The NOT Fine Print
Unless otherwise indicated, there is a minimum order total of $150.00.
before tax (VA residents only) and shipping.
Before you order:
Please be assured that our goal as native plant growers with over 45 years of experience, is to support the intention and needs of our customers. Whether you are an industry professional or home conservationist, or if you just like GREAT plants! We want your return business!
We are always available to answer questions about a plant's cultural needs or to assist our customers with any questions to make working with Mid Atlantic Natives a superior experience. To do this, we cannot stress enough the importance of selecting the right species for your application and environment. Each plant species has detailed information for its suitable, preferred environment (Sun, wet, dry, acidic, etc.) We provide this information so you can make the best selections and have the best results. (as in, I planted a water plant in a desert dune and don't know why it died!!)
Before selecting plants, please ask yourself:
Are the site conditions correct for the species you select? Do you know how to correctly plant? Are you able to provide the aftercare needed?
It is important to us that you are successful with your investment. We would rather not sell our plants then have a dissatisfied, unprepared customer or, equally as upsetting to us, any plant mortality.
Because we have no control over how plants are handled after they are shipped, or of any element of a planting project from design to installation, we cannot offer any guarantees of plant survival. Please make sure you select plant material suitable for your project’s conditions and environment. All Sales Are Final
We are careful to keep varieties true to name, but mistakes sometimes happen. It is mutually agreed that our liability for any errors is confined to replacement with correct species or, if not available, credit of the purchase price.
In the event of an incorrect count we will send the missing items. There is no opportunity for a credit unless those items are not available. The credit will be for the missing amount only.
Damage
Because of the type of packaging and custom-designed box style we use, shipping issues are rare. If there is a problem with your purchased items, it must be reported to us within 72 hours of receipt. Photos of the shipping materials and plants will be requested.
Claims resulting from carrier issues will result in your order being replaced or refunded once the claim is settled with the carrier.
Please report any other problems immediately, and we will make every effort to resolve any issues to your satisfaction. Under no circumstances will the claim amount exceed the order amount.
Inspections
Our nursery stock has been inspected by the Virginia Department of Agriculture. Your order will be shipped with a VA Nursery Inspection certificate. A copy of our current nursery certificate is here.
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Description
Saururus cernuus, Lizard’s tail, Native Perennial Plugs, Native Wetland Plant Plugs, VA ecotype
Aquatic animal habitat support:
Attractive Flowers:
Average Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects:
Clay Soil- High clay content, fine texture:
Erosion Control:
Flood Tolerant:
Full – Part Sun (6+ hours of sun):
Game Birds:
Herbaceous Emergent:
Loamy Soil- mostly silt, sand, some clay:
Native to Coastal Regions:
OBL- Almost always occur in wetlands:
Occasionally wet soil (non tidal):
Perennial:
Pollinator support:
Sandy soil, coarse texture:
Small Mammals:
Threatened / Endangered:
Waterfowl:
Wet soil (Tidal):
Full Sun:
Botanic Name (s): Saururus cernuus
Common Name(s): Lizard’s tail
Mature height : 1.5-4.5ft
Bloom Time:June-September
Bloom color:White
Sun Exposure: Full Sun Part Sun
Soil moisture: Wet
Soil Type: Clay Soil- High clay content, fine texture
Loamy Soil- mostly silt, sand, some clay
Sandy soil, coarse texture
Flood depth:0-12″
Native Habitat: Fresh tidal and non tidal marshes, swamps, shallow water
Notes: Fragrant flower, often forms extensive colonies
Flood Tolerant Erosion Control Fragrant
Average Wildlife Value: Game Birds Small Mammals Waterfowl
OBL- Almost always occur in wetlands
Native to Coastal Regions
Threatened / Endangered: Connecticutt, Rhode Island
Native Perennial
Native Herbaceous Emergent
Pollinator Support
Aquatic animal habitat support
Benefit
Use Ornamental: Water garden, Bog or pond area
Use Wildlife: Valued by wood ducks.
Use Medicinal: Also called “breast weed,” as it was used to treat inflammation of the breasts and other portions of the body. (Lamb/Rhynard)
Warning: The young shoots and leaves provide forage for cattle and sheep, but when overeaten this plant may be toxic. Humans should generally avoid ingesting plants that are toxic to animals.
Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Fragrant Flowers: yes
Attracts: Birds
Deer Resistant: High
Saururus cernuus is a medicinal and ornamental plant native to eastern North America. It grows in wet areas or shallow water, and can be up to about a meter tall.
Saururus cernuus, Lizard’s tail, Native Perennial Plugs, Native Wetland Plant Plugs, VA ecotype




