Rhode Island Native Perennials

Below are perennials that are native to the state of Rhode Island. Included on this list are some cultivars (cultivated varieties) and naturally-occurring hybrids that vary only slightly from the parent species.

Some native gardeners choose to incorporate cultivars into their plantings and some do not. You can identify these plants by the addition of an extra name in apostrophes (such as 'May Breeze').

For a more detailed look at Rhode Island native plants, please cross-reference the USDA's PLANTS Database.