ACANTHUS
- BEAR’S BREECHES
Requires well-drained soil, preferably a loam, with some shade in the
hottest areas. Plants need to be mulched well in areas with colder winter
weather. Can be invasive.
Acanthus mollis
—
(0oF, USDA Zones 7-10) This species is tall, growing to 5’ when
in bloom. The leaves are spineless, up to 2’ long, and lobed with deep
dissections. Flowers appear in late spring or early summer; 3’ long racemes
of white flowers, accented by purple stems.
NEW 32549
Acanthus mollis ‘Tasmanian Angel’ — Huge glossy dark green
leaves with white margins and mottling create a mound with white and
purple flower spikes up to 3 ft tall, blooms Jun-Aug. Part shade to shade.
Long flowering period. 1 GAL $35.95
ACHILLEA -
YARROW
Yarrows are sun loving, and drought-resistant once established. Most prefer
dryer sites, well-drained even poor soil and are intolerant of heavy wet
soils. Butterflies enjoy their flat-top flowers.
NEW
31395 Achillea
millefolium ‘Moonshine’ — Fine, feathery leaves of silver-gray set
off the large, yellow flowers, and evoke an image of the moon and its
aureole. Cont $9.95
NEW
30377 Achillea
millefolium ‘Paprika’ — Large flower heads are colored like a
sunset: red with yellow centers that gradually change to orange and golden
hues as they mature. Cont $9.95
ACTAEA
- BANEBERRY — Syn. Cimicufuga
Plant
in deep, well-drained, fertile and preferably humus-rich soil with partial
shade. Will probably need to be staked for best results.
Actaea racemosa
31148 Actaea
racemosa ‘Atropurpurea’ — (-40oF, USDA Zones 3-9) Superbly
rich royal purple foliage in the spring, that turns to a light purple-
green by summer. The beautiful creamy white flower spikes that arrive in
the fall against the dark purple foliage are outstanding. Heavenly
fragrant. 1 GAL $29.95
30637 Actaea
racemosa ‘Hillside Black Beauty’ — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-8)
Dark purple-black foliage is topped in the fall by 1’ long fragrant white
flowers with hints of pink. Stems of this striking plant can reach 4-7’
tall, and 2-3’ wide. 1 GAL $22.95
AGAPANTHUS
- LILY OF THE NILE
(-10oF, USDA Zones 6-9) Members of the lily family with round
open flower heads of many small, hanging, flared, tubular flowers, usually
in shades of blue to lavender blue. Some varieties completely evergreen.
Rosettes of long, glossy, strap-like leaves, up to 1-2’ in length form the
back drop for taller flower spikes. This striking group of summer flowering
perennials boasts many hybrids great for rich, moist soil in a sunny spot.
32411 Agapanthus
‘Elaine’ — This gem is 3’ tall with 8" elongated flower heads of intense
lavender purple. 1 GAL $15.95, 2 GAL $34.95
32449 AGAPANTHUS
inapertus ssp pendulus ‘Graskop’ — An unusual form of Agapanthus
this dark blue variety has 30-40 black buds that open to dark blue flowers
that hang from the flowerhead like the streamers from a cheerleaders pompom.
Flowers reach to 3’. 2 GAL $34.95
NEW
32562 Agapanthus
‘Northern Star’ — Star-like, dark blue flowers held in clusters above
foliage. Blooms summer. Ht 24 in. Full sun to part shade. 1 GAL $15.95
NEW
30154 Agapanthus
‘Peter Pan’ — A dwarf hybrid, this little guy, nonetheless produces
loads of medium blue, trumpet-shaped flowers, on stems only 12" high. 1 GAL
$15.95
32450 Agapanthus
praecox spp. orientalis ‘Black Pantha’ — (-10 F, USDA Zones 6-8)
A lovely large hybrid Agapanthus with the darkest blue flowers
available commercially. Flowers consistently to 3’, and sterile so no
worries of becoming invasive in some habitats. 2 GAL $34.95
32045 Agapanthus
‘Storm Cloud’ — Semi-evergreen, to 20oF, and tall-growing.
Rich violet flowers will sway in the breeze above the arching, strappy
foliage. 2 GAL $34.95
31609 Agapanthus
‘Tinkerbell’ — This hybrid is an evergreen dwarf, with creamy
variegation along the leaves, and lovely, light blue flowers. 1 GAL $15.95
NEW
32563 Agapanthus
‘White Superior’ — Rounded clusters of white flowers in July-August.
Deciduous, one of the hardiest Agapanthus. ht. 30-36" 1 GAL $15.95
AJUGA
- BUGLEWEED
(-40oF, USDA Zones 3-8) A low, creeping plant, excellent as a
ground cover. Ajuga will tolerate dry, shady conditions, but ideally
prefers organic, moisture-retentive soil, in partial shade. Full sun will
scorch the leaves, so plan accordingly.
30012 Ajuga
pyramidalis ‘Metallica Crispa’ — This little gem has basal rosettes of
tightly crinkled, curled leaves of purple-blue with a metallic sheen.
Evergreen in warmer climates. Somewhat hard to see, violet-blue flowers rise
out of the plant center, in dense whorls from spring through early summer.
Plant height to 6" tall. Cont $3.95, 1 GAL $8.95
Ajuga reptans
— A low, matting evergreen, this perennial spreads by rhizomes. Flowers
appear in spring and early summer in 4-6" spires, and are generally blue in
color. Plants take sun or some shade, but will have a little broader leaf in
sunny conditions. Most varieties grow to about 4" tall.
NEW
32388 Ajuga
reptans ‘Black Scallop’ PP15815 — A very nice low growing
(4-6")perennial groundcover with glossy large dark black-purple scolloped
leaves and deep blue flower from early spring to early summer. I can be
planted in full sun to partial shade, but has the best color in the
brighter light. Evergreen in milder climates. Expands well our groundcover
opportunities. 1 GAL $12.95
NEW
30097 Ajuga
reptans ‘Chocolate Chip’ — Chocolate lovers will find this plant hard
to resist, with chocolate brown foliage, and lacy blue flowers, it’s a
combination that’s hard to beat! Grows to only 3" high. Part shade to sun.
1 GAL $8.95
NEW
32559 Ajuga
reptans ‘Dixie Chip’ PPAF. — Violet flower spikes in late spring, atop
green, cream, pink variegated foliage. Part shade. Ht. 3-4". Spread 8-10".
Cont $4.95
NEW
30860 Ajuga
reptans ‘Silver Carpet’ — This form has a great silver sheen to the
leaves.
ALCHEMILLA
- LADY’S MANTLE
Alchemilla
prefers a humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. These perennials are
tolerant of sun, but prefer some shade in the hotter extremes of their
growing range. For a second flush of growth in the fall, cut the plants back
and water in the summer. To prevent self-sowing, deadhead after flowering.
30001 Alchemilla
mollis — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-7) This commonly planted
Alchemilla grows in clumps 2’ or taller, and as wide. The large, nearly
round leaves have scalloped edges, and dainty chartreuse flowers appear in
loose cymes from early summer on. Lovely in cut bouquets, either fresh or
dried. While invasive, it can be easily contained. 1 GAL $9.95
ALLIUM
Producing stunning, globular flowers on tall tubular stems, these plants are
related to edible onions, though many varieties are actually pleasantly
fragrant. They prefer full sun or partial shade in soil with organic matter
and sand mixed in. These are clump-forming plants, that only need dividing
when crowded.
32333 Allium
senescens ‘Blue Twister’ — What a great addition to our perennials. This
straplike foliage twists creating a wildly textured blue green mound that
will surely draw comments. As if that weren’t enough it’s summer flowers
come forth like purple fireworks! CONT $4.95
AMSONIA
Amsonias will grow in any
moist, well-drained soil, in sun to light shade. They will tolerate an
occasional drought once established. Suitable for a herbaceous border, or to
edge a woodland setting. Use caution when handling, as contact with the
plant’s milky sap may irritate skin.
31767 Amsonia
illustris — (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-9) This clumping perennial
has broadly ovate, to lance-shaped leaves of bright green. In late spring to
early summer the plants bear open panicles of light blue flowers on erect
stems. This specimen will grow to 4’ tall and 18" wide. 1 GAL $11.95
32355 Amsonia
tabemaemontana — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) This native of the eastern
United States prefers moist to damp soils. It is clump forming, leaves are
1/3rd as wide as they are long, 1-2½", and a nice green. Flowers of light
blue grace the stems from spring to early summer. 1 GAL $11.95
ANEMONE
- WINDFLOWER
Plant deeply in moisture-retentive soil, where it will get shade to
part-shade. Mulch heavily in cold winter climates, and protect from midday
sun in hotter regions. Excellent for fall color! Note: all parts of these
plants are poisonous if ingested.
Anemone
nemorosa
— (-30oF,
USDA Zones 4-8) This is a vigorous, low-growing creeper. The leaves are
palmate, with the leaflets lobed and toothed. Flowers are generally white
with a pink flush, and borne in the spring. After flowering, the foliage
usually dies back. Grows to only 6" tall and 1’ or more in width.
30053 Anemone
nemorosa ‘Alba’ — This little Anemone is certainly the glory of
spring! It is very easy to grow, and makes an excellent ground cover under
rhododendrons and other plants. Emerging in the spring with attractive
lacy leaves, it suddenly covers itself with snowy-white double flowers. A
beautiful sight! The foliage stays on the plant another month or two into
the summer, then the plant completely disappears until next spring! Cont
$6.95
30015
Anemone nemorosa ‘Blue’ — This congenial little perennial will
compliment any garden with its single, blue flowers opening in spring, above
dark green, deeply cut leaves. Cont $6.95
ANOMATHECA
NEW 31080
Anomatheca laxa — (0oF, USDA Zones 7-10) Syn. Lapeirousia
laxa. Narrow green leaves up to 14" long form the basal foliage of this
anomatheca. In late spring, stems arise from the basal foliage upon
which bloom trumpet-shaped pink flowers that have dark spots on the lower
petals. Grows to 1’ tall. Cont $9.95
ARISAEMA -
JACK-IN-THE-PULPIT
A woodland plant, preferring partial shade and humus rich, neutral to
acidic, moist soil. Perfect for a natural or woodland landscape planting.
Plant 12-18" apart for a unique flowering display in the summer time.
30043 Arisaema
ciliatum var. liubaense — (-10oF, USDA Zones 6-9) This
Chinese Arisaema has umbrella-like foliage that has linear segments
radiating from the central stem and the outstanding flower is dark maroon
with cream stripes. 1 GAL $19.95
32482
Arisaema taiwanense - Cobra Lily
— (-10oF, USDA Zones 6-9)
For dramatic foliage and dramatic bloom without being ostentatious, this is
it! Large leaves with lobes to 1’ radiate from the center like spokes on a
wheel, on thick stalks of light green with black blotches. These wonderful
green, green leaves herald the emerging deep, black-purple hood with a long,
almost black tongue. Every garden needs at least one of these cobra lilies
to jump at unsuspecting visitors. 1 GAL $14.95
ARTEMISIA
Artemisias
are a group of sun loving plants with beautiful foliage. They will tolerate
locations that have light shade, but they should be provided with
well-drained, fertile soil. These plants don’t like wet winters. Known to
adapt to hot, humid summers.
Artemisia vulgaris
— (-30oF,
USDA Zones 4-8)
31920 Artemisia
vulgaris ‘Cragg-Barber Eye’ — Syn. ‘Craig Barber Eye’. Wonderful
yellow, finely dissected foliage with green striping with tiny white
flower heads Prefers poor to moderately fertile soils. 1 GAL $12.95
ARUNCUS
Aruncus prefer moist, fertile soils with full to partial shade. Some of the
species, such as A. dioicus can tolerate drier conditions and full
sun.
30753
Aruncus aethusifolius
— (-30oF,
USDA Zones 4-8) Fine feathery foliage and reddish stems are adorned with
spikes of soft white flowers in the summer. Occurring in great plumes which
look almost like clouds floating over the foliage. 1 GAL $12.95
NEW
30173 Aruncus
dioicus — (-40oF, USDA Zones 3-9) An outstanding specimen
plant for the partially shaded garden. Looking much like a very large white
Astilbe, Goat’s Beard has similar foliage and feathery, creamy white flower
plumes up to 1 ft. long. 1 GAL $12.95
ASARUM
- WILD GINGER
— Native to the forested regions of
western North America, asarum grows well in full to partial shade. Give
moderately fertile, humus-rich, neutral to acidic, moist, well-drained soil.
Asarum
caudatum
— (-30oF,
USDA Zones 4-8) This evergreen low-growing perennial is suitable for a
ground cover on shrub borders and other shady places. It fairly quickly
forms wide mats of rich green, somewhat glossy, kidney-shaped leaves.
Brownish red, bell-shaped flowers with 3 tail like petal tips open in spring
at ground level.
32453 Asarum
caudatum f. album — What a great selection to be able to bring
you. Same evergreen low-growing plant for the shade garden, except for its
lovely greenish white flowers that stand out better than the usual
cinnamon brown. A great option for everyone from the avid shade gardener
to the patio container gardener. 1 GAL $8.95
31508 Asarum
splendens — (-10oF, USDA Zones 6-9) Thick, arrow-shaped
leaves with silver marbling overlays. Features a clumping, rather than a
running habit. 1 GAL $12.95, 2 GAL $19.95
ASTER
Aster dumosus
NEW
31778 Aster
dumosus ‘Wood’s Pink’ — (-40oF, USDA Zones 3-9) This very
hardy, fall blooming aster has flowers of clear pink with a yellow eye
atop dark green, compact foliage which shows very high resistance to rust
and mildew. Grows 12-16’’ tall. 1 GAL $9.95
NEW
30084 Aster
x frikartii — (-10oF, USDA Zones 6-9) A prolific
blooming and very sturdy perennial with soft textured foliage and fragrant
lavender-blue daisies. It blooms in summer through fall. 1 GAL $12.95
Aster
novae-angliae
— (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-8)
NEW
30389 Aster
novae-angliae ‘Purple Dome’ — Beautiful deep purple, semidouble
flowers. A more compact version at 18" tall and 30" wide. Mildew
resistant. 1 GAL $9.95
Aster
novi-belgii
— (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-8)
NEW
30387 Aster
novi-belgii ‘Alert’ — This New York Aster is a deep NEW crimson
red, and a compact form at 12-15’’ tall. Divide in the spring each year or
two, replanting new growth and discarding the old center. For shorter,
bushier clumps, cut stems back halfway during the summer. 1 GAL $9.95
ASTILBE
(-30oF, USDA Zones 4-8) Astilbe require deep, moist,
organically rich soil. Provide good drainage, especially during the winter.
These plants can be grown in sun in moderate climates, but grow in
semi-shade, or shelter in warmer climates. Does not tolerate high heat.
Astilbe Hybrids
NEW
32497 Astilbe
‘Fireberry’ PPAF — In a series of dwarf Astilbes from hybridizer Jan
Verschoor comes this vibrant raspberry pink selection with diamond-shaped
plumes. Colorful blossoms are produced atop a relatively short clump of
foliage in early to midsummer. 1 GAL $11.95
NEW
32498 Astilbe
‘Younique Carmine’ — Members of the Astilbe Younique™ Series offer a
higher flower scape count and compact foliage. Fast growing plants quickly
form a nice mound of petite foliage topped by bunches of fragrant,
triangular, fuchsia-red plumes. 1 GAL $11.95
NEW
32501 Astilbe
‘Younique Lilac’ — Fast growing plants quickly form a nice mound of
petite foliage topped by bunches of fragrant, triangular, lavender pink
plumes. 1 GAL $11.95
NEW
32502 Astilbe
‘Silvery Pink’ — Fast growing plants quickly form a nice mound of
petite foliage topped by bunches of fragrant, triangular, pale pink
plumes. 1 GAL $11.95
NEW
32499 Astilbe
‘Younique White’ — Fast growing plants quickly form a nice mound of
petite foliage topped by bunches of fragrant, triangular, ivory white
plumes. 1 GAL $11.95
ASTRANTIA -
MASTERWORT
In general, Astrantia require moist, fertile, humus-rich soil and
good drainage. They like sun and partial shade, but A. major will
tolerate drier conditions than the rest of the genus. Great for woodland
gardens, in moist borders, or on a streamside. They die back in winter even
in milder climates.
Astrantia major
— (-30oF,
USDA Zones 4-7) With basal foliage that is 3-6" long, toothed, and lobed,
this astrantia is clump forming, 2-3’ tall.
30980 Astrantia
major ‘Claret’ — Red flowers and red tinted stems and leaves on a 2’
plant for part sun or shade. A great cut flower. 1 GAL $14.95
BEGONIA
The begonia that we are offering you are good for outdoor sites. You will
want to lift the tubers and put them up for the winter. They grow best with
fertile, well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to slightly acidic soils. .
NEW
30719 Begonia
grandis - Hardy Begonia — (-10oF, USDA Zones 6-9) The
branching stems on this begonia bears ovate, coarsely serrated, olive-green
leaves that are 4" long, that sometimes have red overtones on the under
side. In the summer, there arise from the foliage pendant cymes of fragrant
white and pink flowers. Grows to 2’ tall. 1 GAL $8.95
BELAMCANDA
Belamcanda
is a genus of only two species, originating in India, China, Japan, and the
former USSR, and growing in sandy, coastal meadows and grasslands. Grow in
moist, well-drained soil that does not dry out in summer, in full sun or
partial shade.
30386 Belamcanda
chinensis — (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-10) Called the blackberry
lily or the leopard lily, this perennial is quite exciting. It is
clump-forming, and easily divided by it’s rhizomes. In summer it bears a
succession of many showy 2" flowers of orange with red spots. Flowers are
then followed by ornamental black seeds that are first enclosed in beige
capsules. The foliage is sword-shaped and tall, making the plant look
somewhat iris-like. Anywhere from 18-36" tall and 8" wide. 1 GAL $12.95, 2
GAL $17.95
NEW
32234
Belamcanda chinensis ‘Hello Yellow’ — Like a ray of sunshine, this
happy-faced dwarf blackberry lily shines its adorable buttery yellow
flowers in late summer on 20" tall spikes. 10" tall foliage stays long
after the flowers are gone to show off the purple-black ‘blackberry’
seeds. 2 GAL $9.95
BERGENIA -
PIG SQUEAK
(-40oF, USDA Zones 3-8) Bergenia are tolerant of a wide variety
of conditions but soil that is too rich can cause soft foliage. Providing
the plant with poorer soil conditions and some exposure, you will enhance
the winter color.
30044
Bergenia ‘Baby Doll’ — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-8) Bronze tinted,
mid-green
leaves form a basal clump of foliage from which rises soft pink flowers that
darken with age. Plant grows to 12" tall, and blooms in mid to late spring.
1 GAL $14.95.
30047 Bergenia
‘Bressingham Ruby’ — The mound of rounded, deep green leaves are up to
8" long. The foliage is maroon on the underside, and will turn beet red in
the winter. In the spring, flowers of a very intense red are borne on
nodding cymes. Will get 1’ tall. 1 GAL $14.95
30965 Bergenia
‘Bressingham White’ — Has large, dark green foliage which is adorned by
blooms that start out light pink and then fade to a pure white. They reach
12-15’’ in height and blooms appear in the spring. 1 GAL $14.95
Bergenia cordifolia
— (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-8)
NEW
31562 Bergenia
cordifolia ‘Eroica’ — Dark purple flowers in early spring. Foliage
changes from light green to deep copper in fall, then a brownish red after
first frost. 1 GAL $14.95
NEW
31035 Bergenia
cordifolia ‘Winter Glow’ — Deep reddish pink flowers bloom in spring,
held above evergreen leaves. In the winter the leaves turn deep red. Will
be 1’ in height. 1 GAL $14.95
BLETILLA -
CHINESE GROUND ORCHID
These easy to grow, hardy orchids grow from a small peudobulb that are best
planted in masses, 1-2" deep in well drained humus-rich soil. Leaves are
long and strappy with lengthwise pleats. Orchid-like flowers are borne on
stocks above the foliage in clusters of 7-12. Bloom period is generally from
early summer until frost. Do not allow plants to dry out, and provide
protection from frost. Does best in partial shade.
32163 Bletilla
striata — (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-8) This little orchid is
native to Japan and has clusters of rose-pink to magenta nodding flowers, up
to 12 on a stem. It will bloom for about 6 weeks starting in early summer. 1
GAL $11.95, 2 GAL $14.95
BOLTONIA
31129 Boltonia
asteroides ‘Snowbank’ — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-9) Reaching 4’
in height and 3’ in width, boltonia produces mounded clusters of pure white
florets in panicles 4-6" in width in late summer and fall. Five inch
lance-shaped blue-green leaves will become greener as they mature. Grow in
fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. 1 GAL $14.95
BRUNNERA -
SIBERIAN BUGLOSS
Brunnera macrophylla
— (-40oF, USDA
Zones 3-7) This eye catching plant has heart shaped deep green leaves that
emerge with the flowers. Delicate, airy spray-like clusters of sky-blue
flowers are similar in shape to Forget-me-not. Clump-forming in habit, it
grows to 18" tall. A good ground cover that prefers fertile, humus rich,
constantly moist, well drained soil in cool, partial shade.
NEW
32504
Brunnera macrophylla
‘King’s Ransom’ PPAF
— ‘King’s Ransom’ PPAF displays a
wide, creamy yellow margin and light cream frosting over the remainder of
the silver leaves. After the dainty blue forget-me-not type flowers are
produced in spring, the margins lighten to creamy white. This plant has a
slightly smaller habit than ‘Jack Frost’, making it just the right size to
tuck into combination containers. Cont $16.95
NEW
32282
Brunnera macrophylla
‘Looking Glass’ PPAF
— These leaves are so light and so
nearly metallic you can see yourself in them. Lovely effect with green
veins showing through the variegation and the leaf edges pulled under.
Just wonderful when the petite blue flowers bloom over the mounding
foliage. A "Shining Star" for your shady border. 1 GAL $12.95
CAMPANULA -
BELLFLOWER
The various species of campanulas have differing cultural conditions, but
all require fertile, moist, well-drained soil, with good drainage the most
important factor.
Campanula barbata
— (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-8) Showy, bell-shaped flowers ranging from
blue to white have petals fringed with white hair. These flowers line erect
stems up to 12" high in early summer. Rosettes of narrowly lance shaped and
hairy medium green leaves clothe this little perennial.
NEW
30821 Campanula
barbata ‘White Clips’ — Like the species, but with pure white flowers.
Cont $4.95
NEW
32505 Campanula
carpatica ‘Pearl Deep Blue’ — A profusion of cup-shaped,
upward-facing, 2 inch wide, vivid blue-violet flowers with lighter centers
float above the mound of dark green foliage from late spring to late
summer if deadheaded regularly. Forms compact, uniform clumps making it a
good choice for edging, containers, the front of borders, or growing among
rocks. Cont $4.95
NEW
32506 Campanula
carpatica ‘Pearl Light Blue’ — A profusion of cup-shaped,
upward-facing, 2 inch wide, light blue flowers float above the mound of
dark green foliage from late spring to late summer if deadheaded
regularly. Prefers to have its roots in cool soil; summer mulch is useful,
particularly in hot summers. Tends to be more compact than other
carpaticas and blooms 2-3 weeks earlier Cont $4.95
NEW
30579 Campanula
garanica ‘Dickson’s Gold’ — (-40oF, USDA Zones 3-8) The small
kidney-shaped leaves are toothed and yellow to yellow-green. In the summer,
this productive bloomer has star-shaped, bright blue flowers. 1 GAL $9.95
CANNA
(10oF, USDA Zones 8-11) Cannas prefer well manured, deep,
fertile soil with full sun. They definitely need to be watered during dry
spells as most are not drought tolerant, but on the other extreme, you don’t
want to keep them too wet either. Provide good drainage. Deadheading will
encourage new flowers. In areas where they are not hardy, you will want to
lift them for the winter after the foliage has died back.
NEW
30060 Canna
‘Wyoming’ — Brown-purple leaves with dark purple veins are the foliage of
this 6’ plant. In summer, frilled orange blooms with dark orange margins
are borne on racemes. 2 GAL $19.95
CHELONE
- TURTLEHEAD
31785 Chelone
glabra — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-9) Syn. C. obliqua var.
alba. Erect perennial with square stems and short stalked, lance
shaped, green leaves 2-8’’ long, bearing white or pink tinged white flowers
1’’ long with white beards. Grows to 24-36’’ tall and 18’’ wide in deep,
fertile, moist soil in partial shade. 2 GAL $14.95
31131 Chelone
obliqua — (-20oF, USDA Zones 5-9) Lance-shaped, dark green
leaves 2-8" long are deeply cut and veined on this upright turtlehead.
Beginning in late summer, dark pink or purple tubular flowers are held in
short racemes accented by a beard inside each lip. The plants will be up to
2’ tall and 1’ wide. Ideal conditions would be deep, rich moist soil
although it can tolerate heavy clay or boggy ground. 2 GAL $19.95
CONVALLARIA
- LILY OF THE VALLEY
NEW
31786 Convallaria
majalis var. rosea — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-7) This
vigorous, rhizomatous perennial produces pairs of ovate, lance shaped,
stalked leaves to 1½-8’’ long. Arching racemes of bell shaped, strongly
scented, pale mauve pink flowers are borne in spring. Grows to 8’’ tall and
spreads indefinitely in humus rich, moist soil in full sun. 1 GAL $8.95
COREOPSIS
Attractive to bees, coreopsis should be grown in fertile, well-drained soil
in full sun or partial shade. Deadhead to prolong flowering. They tend to
self-sow, and the seeds attract birds. Have a long blooming period,
especially if you deadhead the old blooms.
NEW
32547 Coreopsis
‘Jive’ PPAF — ‘Jive’ PPAF produces masses of white flowers with a large,
saturated burgundy eye and an orange center. The burgundy eye is the
dominant color. Coreopsis is easy to grow, making it a good choice for
beginners. 1 GAL $9.95
NEW
32507 Coreopsis
‘Little Sundial’ PP18460 — Looking for a perennial that blooms all
summer? Try ‘Little Sundial’ PP18460! This little beauty produces single,
1.5" diameter, golden yellow flowers with a deep maroon eye from early
through late summer. Its compact, upright, uniform habit makes it a great
choice for growing in containers, as a bedding plant, or as edging. 1 GAL
$9.95
DELPHINIUM
- LARKSPUR
Delphinium elatum
— (-40oF,
USDA Zones 3-7) These New Millennium Series hybrids are strong stemmed,
growing to 6’ tall and reputed to be longer lived and more heat tolerant
than other older hybrids. All are heavily petaled.
NEW 32508
Delphinium elatum ‘New Millennium Stars’ — ‘New Millennium Stars’ is a
mix of all the New Millennium Hybrid delphiniums including: ‘Blue Lace’,
‘Blushing Brides’, ‘Green Twist’, ‘Double Innocence’, ‘Misty Mauves’,
‘Morning Lights’, ‘Pagan Purples’, ‘Purple Passion’, ‘Royal Aspirations’,
and ‘Sunny Skies’. Therefore, the flowers will range in color from white
to pink to purple and will range in height from 3 to 6 feet. 1 GAL $9.95
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Delphinium elatum ‘Sunny Skies’ — Bold spires of light sky blue to
mid-blue flowers with white bees stand up to 6’ tall, adding a dramatic
presence to the landscape in early summer. The flower form may be double
or semi-double. Removing spent flower spikes will result in another round
of blooms on secondary spikes in late summer and fall. 1 GAL $9.95
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Delphinium grandiflorum ‘Summer Morning’ — Totally unlike the tall,
spiky Delphinium cultivars, this little beauty stands at a height of
10"-12" and forms compact mounds of well-branched foliage. It puts on a
spectacular show from early summer to fall, with romantic light pink
flowers which cover the lacy leaves. 1 GAL $9.95
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Delphinium grandiflorum ‘Summer Nights’ — This little beauty stands at
a height of 10"-12" and forms compact mounds of well-branched foliage. It
puts on a spectacular show from early summer to fall, with satiny midnight
blue flowers which cover the lacy leaves. Though it is short-lived, it is
worth using as edging, a bedding plant, or in containers combined with
brightly colored annuals. 1 GAL $9.95
DIANELLA
30852 Dianella
tasmanica - Flax lily — (20oF, USDA Zones 9-10) A tufted form
with clumps of stiff, rough-margined leaves to 4’. Blue violet, star shaped
flowers with yellow anthers followed by dark-blue berries. Blooms early
summer. 1 GAL $9.95
DIANTHUS
(-20oF, USDA Zones 5-9) This species includes both carnations and
pinks which are grown for their flowers. Although specific needs may vary,
they all need to be planted in a sunny position in a fast draining, neutral
to alkaline sandy loam.
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32514 Dianthus
‘Coconut Punch’ PPAF — This little perennial packs quite a punch! Its 1.5 -
2" wide, fluffy looking, fragrant, double blossoms are intricately pattered
in contrasting shades of red and white. The flowers open deep red with large
white blotches in the center of each petal. 1 GAL $9.95
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32552 Dianthus
‘Coconut Suprise’ PPAF — Double bright white flowers with crimson centers.
Bloom spring to summer. Full sun. Ht 7". Can you resist a dwarf white
carnation like flower? 1 GAL $9.95
Dianthus
deltoides
— (-40oF, USDA Zones 3-10) A wide mat of loose foliage sends up
delicate stems, each offering a small, fragrant flower varying in color from
white to purple. If deadheaded, it will flower heaviest in early summer and
again in fall.
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32513 Dianthus
deltoides ‘Artic Fire’ — Smaller, icy white blooms with a sharply
contrasting, bright fuchsia ring around the medium pink eye zone light up
their surroundings. Each of the 5 flower petals have serrated edges,
looking as if they have been trimmed with pinking shears, hence the common
name ‘Pinks’. 1 GAL $7.95
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31797 Dianthus
‘Frosty Fire’ — Double, chinese lacquer-red blooms explode above mounds of
icy blue-green, evergreen foliage. If deadheaded, this cultivar will flower
in early summer and in the fall. 1 GAL $9.95
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32515 Dianthus
‘Fusion’ PPAF — This brand new virus-indexed Dianthus presents an
ever-changing array of flower color patterns. Single, blood red flowers
emerge with two deep pink blotches on each petal. As the flowers expand, the
blotches fuse and the petals turn coral pink with a serrated red edge. In
their final stage, the flowers are coral pink with a red eye. The changing
effect is dazzling! ‘Fusion’s’ flowers exude a spicy fragrance. Forms a 5
inch tall, grassy clump of blue-green foliage. 1 GAL $9.95
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32553 Dianthus
‘Pop Star’ PP18,222 — Double soft magenta flowers on compact plants. Blooms
May-Oct. Full sun. Ht.6-8". Spread 12-18". Zone 4-9. 1 GAL $9.95
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32554 Dianthus
‘Starlette’ — Frilly, double bright pink flower with dark eye. Compact blue
green foliage. Bloom Spring to Summer. Full sun. Ht 8". 1 GAL $9.95
DICENTRA -
BLEEDING HEART
(-30oF, USDA Zones 3-8) In the wild, Dicentra grow in
moist locations including woodlands. Some are useful for shady borders, or
woodland gardens. They generally prefer some shade, especially in the hotter
areas and are short-lived in areas with milder winters. They prefer to be
provided with very well-drained, humus rich soil. Although they like some
moisture, dicentra will not survive in ground that remains constantly
wet.
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32555 Dicentra
‘Burning Hearts’ — Deep rose-red flowers from spring to late summer
above ferny, blue green foliage. Compact habit. Part sun to full shade,
moist soils. Ht 12". 1 GAL $24.95
30463
Dicentra eximia
‘Luxuriant’
— Commonly known as Western bleeding heart, this perennial is great for
borders, cottage gardens or wildflower gardens. Cherry-red, heart-shaped
flowers are borne on racemes above ferny foliage from mid-spring through the
summer. 1 GAL $12.95
31157 Dicentra
formosa — This is a spreading plant with red-pink colored, heart-shaped
flowers that arch above green fernlike leaves. Spreads by rhizomes. 1 GAL
$12.95
30465 Dicentra
spectabilis — (-40oF, USDA Zones 3-9) This great plant has a
looser habit and less dissected foliage than the other bleeding hearts. In
spring, the heart-shaped, 1" pink flowers with white inner petals are lined
on one side of a nodding panicle. This one tolerates sun in cooler climates
and will die back after blooming. 1 GAL $12.95
30600 Dicentra
spectabilis ‘Alba’ — Similar to the species, but has pure white
flowers. 1 GAL $12.95
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31719 Dicentra
spectabilis ‘Gold Heart’ — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-8) Strong
growing variety with deep pink heart-shaped flowers. The new foliage has a
reddish tint to it, gradually turning a bright golden yellow and finally
lime green in summer. 1 GAL $24.95
DIERAMA
- WANDFLOWER
30050
Dierama pulcherrimum
— (10oF, USDA
Zones 8-10) This native of South Africa is a special form with 2’ swordlike
leaves and longer, arching stems that produce dense, pendulous spikes of
flowers. The bell-shaped flowers are bright purple to almost white and bloom
in summer. Plant in sun to part shade and in light, moist neutral to acidic
soil. It is a graceful plant, especially well-suited to areas around a pond
or waterway, or where a breeze can give movement to the flower stalks. 1 GAL
$10.95
DISPOROPSIS
- EVERGREEN SOLOMON’S SEAL
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Disporopsis perneyi
— (0oF, USDA
Zones 7-9) Rhizomatous perennial with lance-shaped leaves, very similar to
Solomon’s Seal (Polygonatum), but it is evergreen. Lemon scented white
flower bells hang from 16" stems, either singly or in pairs, in early
summer. A lovely evergreen edition to the woodland garden. Grow in moist but
well drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. 2 GAL $19.95
DISPORUM -
FAIRY BELLS
(-30oF, USDA Zones 4-9) Grow all species of Disporum in
cool, moist, well drained, humus rich soil in partial shade.
Disporum cantoniense
— (0oF,
USDA Zones 7-9) This vigorous, evergreen species from China unfurls its
shiny green, bamboo-like shoots in early spring, often with a hint of purple
as leaves emerge. Shoots quickly grow to about 3’ and are topped by clusters
of red-purple bell shaped flowers with a hint of yellow inside. As the
flowers fade, clusters of berries ripen to a shiny, dark, blue-black and are
held all winter long.
32000 Disporum
cantoniense ‘Green Giant’ — New growth is great on this plant shades
of pink, white, and green, maturing to green with glossy leaves. Crisply
fragrant, bell-shaped flowers on this 5-7’ tall plant! Excellent specimen
for height in the shade garden. 2 GAL $19.95
ECHINACEA -
CONE FLOWER
Should be planted in full sun and well-drained, rich soil, most are drought
tolerant. Easy to grow and long valued as an herbal remedy; the butterflies
love it!
Echinacea purpurea
— (-40oF, USDA
Zones 3-9) A super-hardy plant with narrow, dark green leaves lining stems
that stretch to 3’ above the ground. At the top of these stems are large,
daisy-like with reflexed purple rays drooping from an orange central disk,
which becomes more conical with age. Blooms throughout the summer.
Butterflies nectar on most varieties and birds love the dry seeds.
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32517 Echinacea
‘Harvest Moon’™ — Aptly named, this selection sports earthy gold
flowers the color of a harvest moon with a golden orange cone. The nice
wide flower petals are slightly reflexed and overlap, giving the blossoms
a full, substantial presence. Plant it up close where you can enjoy its
delightful rose-like fragrance. 1 GAL $13.95
32075
Echinacea purpurea
‘Razzmatazz’pp
#13,894 — This incredibly showy Echinacea has numerous petaloids in
a mounded center atop a single layer of normal petals. Young flowers have
green centers and as the flowers open the green shrinks. Put some sparkle
in your perennial border! 2 GAL $19.95
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32518 Echinacea
‘Sundown’ PPAF — At last, a coneflower that’s not purple! This selection
sports warm russet-orange flowers with a prominent, brownish central cone.
Their nice wide petals are slightly reflexed and overlap, giving the
blossoms a full, substantial presence. Plant this one up close where you can
enjoy its delightful rose-like fragrance. Sundown™ is similar to ‘Sunset’
PP16424 but stands about 8-10 inches taller. Though the flowers are slightly
smaller, Sundown™ is a more vigorous grower. 1 GAL $13.95
EPIMEDIUM -
BISHOP’S HAT
Low-growing, evergreen to semi-evergreen with creeping underground stems.
Beautiful divided leaves appear on wiry petioles. An exceptional foliage
plant. Likes limestone, but adapts to all but extremely acid soils. Tolerate
sun but perform best in partial to full shade. Give rich, moist soil,
tolerates dryer conditions in full shade.
30101 Epimedium
acuminatum — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) The multicolored foliage of this
plant is so nice. Light green young leaves are unevenly marked with red
hues, as foliage ages it becomes glossy and strongly toothed. Leaflets on
this species are lanceolate shaped, in groups of 3. April-June flowering,
these flowers are delicate and appear to float above the 12’’ mounding
foliage. 1 GAL $11.95
30079 Epimedium
x cantabrigense — (-30oF, USDA Zone 4-8) Flowers are a
lovely orange-red. Leaves are elongated and heart-shaped. The new leaves are
reddish bronze in spring, turn to dark green in summer and red in the fall.
2 GAL $14.95
Epimedium grandiflorum
— (-20oF,
USDA Zone 5-8)
31976 Epimedium
grandiflorum ‘Orion’ — Leaves emerge with a coppery cast in spring and
provide the perfect foil for the deep rose flowers rising on 15’’ flower
spikes just above the 2-3’’ leaflets. 1 GAL $14.95
30812 Epimedium
x perralchicum ‘Frohnleiten’ — A good, robust plant up to 1’
tall, with yellow flowers and evergreen leaves of three leaflets that emerge
bronze in spring. The flowering stems are leafless and the spurs slightly
curved up. 1 GAL $14.95
32489 Epimedium
x warleyense ‘Orange Queen’ - Lovely soft orange flowers 8" to
10" above leaves. Flowers usually in April. 1 GAL $12.95
ERYSIMUM -
WALLFLOWER
Wallflowers like to have poor to moderately fertile , well-drained alkaline
soil in full sun. The are ideal as sunny borders, or in a rock garden and
will tolerate dry conditions.
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31810 Erysimum
‘Sunlight’ — Fresh yellow flowers atop crisp, green mats. This
wallflower fits in anywhere with good drainage. Grows 3-4’’ tall and 1½’
wide. 1 GAL $11.95
EUPHORBIA
— Many of the Euphorbias
listed in this section are subshrubs or shrubs. We have chosen to list all
in the Perennial Section. Most Euphorbias have significantly reduced
flower parts. The flower is actually called a cyathium. The inflorescences
have many small cyathiums on the end of axes, grouped together usually in a
small but showy cyme. Grown for contrast of interesting cymes to foliage, or
for the foliage itself. A very unusual and diverse genus.
30089 Euphorbia
characias ssp. wulfenii— Great looking long, gray-green leaves cover the
burgundy stems and contrast spectacularly with the full heads of chartreuse.
Bushy evergreen plant grows to 4’. 1 Gallon $10.95 30089 Euphorbia characias
ssp. wulfenii — Great looking long, gray-green leaves cover the burgundy
stems and contrast spectacularly with the full heads of chartreuse. Bushy
evergreen plant grows to 4’. 1 GAL $10.95
31175 Euphorbia
cyparissias — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-9). Blue-green leaves turn
yellow in the fall. Yellow-green flowers bloom from mid spring to midsummer.
It will be 8-16" tall and can spread indeterminately. 1 GAL $11.95
31046 Euphorbia
cyparissias ‘Clarice Howard’ — Low-growing to 1’ in height. It prefers
dry and sunny growing conditions. New foliage is dark red and matures to
blue-green. Summer flowers are chartreuse. 1 GAL $12.95
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30010 Euphorbia
polychroma - Cushion Spurge — (-30oF, USDA Zones 4-10) Syn.
E. epithymoides. A bushy evergreen subshrub species displaying bright
green ovate leaves. Bright yellow, 3" wide bracts appear during late spring.
Growing to about 1’ tall, it provides shining color in the garden. 1 GAL
$11.95
FILIPENDULA
- MEADOWSWEET
(-40oF, USDA Zones 3-9) Prefers moderately fertile, leafy, moist
but well-drained soil. Can be planted beside ponds or streams, as it prefers
wet soils. If the soil is drier, it will lose some of its height. Winter
mulch in cold zones. Give it sun or partial shade.
32564 Filipendula
rubra ‘Venusta Magnifica’ — A valuable clumping foliage plant with deep
rose pink clouds of fragrant flowers. The fragrant foliage is deeply cut and
rich green. It will grow to 5’. 1 GAL $12.95