The good news is that there are thousands of attractive plants to choose from that are not invasive. … For example, hostas, hybrid tea roses, most garden hydrangeas, boxwoods, tulips, daffodils, garden salvias, dwarf shrub junipers, and peonies are all non-native to the region but are not known to be invasive.

When did hostas come to the US?

Hostas were first grown in America in the mid 1800s.

Which plant is native to North America?

Winterberry. Winterberry (Ilex verticillata) is a deciduous holly native to eastern North America. Its showy red berries provide a feast for birds and other wildlife during the winter—but note that only the fertilized female plants produce berries, so keep a male in the area as well.