J – Hepatica (Hepatica americana)

Prized by small bees, hepatica flowers close at night and during rainfall to protect its pollen. It is a rare and threatened species in Nova Scotia.

K – Jerusalem Artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus)

A sun-loving member of the aster family, these tall plants are often seen at the edge of meadows where it has sufficient room to grow.

L – Boreal Starwort (Stellaria borealis)

This plant is a common host to several moth caterpillar species that serve as an important food source for songbirds.

Print of graphite on paper original.

This alphabet features 26 different native species of plants found in Atlantic Canada. All items are printed on archival-quality, 100lb, matte white paper.