by White Fox | Nov 10, 2024 | Blog
Dwarf birch (Betula nana) is a resilient arctic shrub that rarely exceeds one meter in height, thriving in the harsh conditions of northern tundra and mountainous regions. It's characterized by small, rounded leaves (0.5-2 cm) with toothed margins and...
by White Fox | Nov 10, 2024 | Blog
Diapensia lapponica is a remarkable arctic-alpine plant that's perfectly adapted to life in extreme northern environments. This compact evergreen forms dense cushion-like mats just 2-5 cm tall and spreads 10-20 cm wide, featuring small leathery leaves arranged in...
by White Fox | Nov 10, 2024 | Blog
Crowberry (Empetrum nigrum) is a hardy evergreen shrub in the heather family that thrives in Arctic and subarctic regions. It's a low-growing plant, reaching only 6-12 inches tall, with needle-like leaves and distinctive black berries that mature from pink. The...
by White Fox | Nov 10, 2024 | Blog
Cotton grass (Eriophorum) isn't actually a grass but rather a sedge that produces distinctive white, cotton-like seedheads measuring 2-3 cm in diameter. This resilient plant thrives in wetland habitats across the Northern Hemisphere, particularly in bogs and...
by White Fox | Nov 10, 2024 | Blog
The cloudberry (Rubus chamaemorus) is a resilient Arctic plant that produces distinctive amber-colored berries in northern regions across North America, Europe, and Asia. Growing just 10-25 cm tall, this low-lying perennial herb thrives in acidic, moisture-rich...