PAEONIA - GARDEN PEONY
32275 Paeonia anomala — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) This
herbaceous species has one to two crimson flowers per stem. Yellow stamens shine
on these nodding flowers in spring. Foliage is dissected twice giving it a
feathery look. Mounds to 2'. 2 Gallon $24.95
Paeonia lactiflora — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) The "Queen of
Garden Flowers", loved by gardeners since the beginning of recorded history this
is the original from which many thousands of peonies have been selected and
hybridized. Flowers are produced in late spring and early summer. The handsome
dark green foliage changes colors prior to winter’s arrival. Plant peonies in
deep, enriched soil, kept moist but well-drained. While neutral to slightly
alkaline soil is preferred, the plants tolerate acid conditions nicely. Place
the eye 1-2" below surrounding soil level, being careful not to plant too deeply
as poor flowering will result. Full sun is preferred; however, in hot summer
areas provide some afternoon shade. Easy to grow and a joy to own!
32221 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Baroness Schroeder’ —
Originating in 1889, this cultivar is an oldie but goodie. Big, double white
flowers with a kiss of soft pink mid to late season on a larger than average
sized bush. 2 Gallon $24.95
32485 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Coral Charm’ — An outstanding
coral color with long lasting blooms for cutting with a fine bowl-shaped
form. Particularly valuable in the southern climates, where many Peonies
don’t do too well, this variety preforms very well. A must have in any
garden. 1 Gallon $24.95
32486 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Do Tell’ — This early, heavy
bloomer, with single flowers of a deep magenta-pink and yellow stamens
should be in any garden. It is a winner. 2 Gallon $36.95
32289 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Dr. Alexander Fleming’ —
Beautiful heavy double blooms in a medium pink grace this fantastic mounding
perennial. Perfect for flower arrangements as it is fragrant too! 2 Gallon
$24.95
30791 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Duchesse de Nemours’ —
Creamy white with yellow centers. 2 Gallon $24.95
32219 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Felix Supreme’ An improved
form of ‘Felix Crousse’, this mid season bloomer is a double, rich ruby
red. 2 Gallon $24.95
30789 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Festiva Maxima’ — White
with a few red flecks. 2 Gallon $24.95
32326 Paeonia lactiflora ‘First Out’ — Early
blooming, as you might guess from the name, this peony is a great way to
start the season in your yard. The flowers are deep red and bloom
heavily, great interplanted with light flowered evergreen azaleas for a
Asian touch in the garden. 2 Gallon $29.95
32099 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Gay Paree’ — This variety
will have you singing "I love Paris in the springtime..." And does it
sizzle, hot fuchsia petals form a lovely backdrop to a semiorbiculare
mass of creamy pink stamenoids. Will mound shorter than 3'. 2 Gallon
$29.95
32420 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Henry Sass’ — A magnificent
large fully double pure white variety with strong stems and deep green
foliage. To us this is a truly classic peony! 2 GAL. $24.95
31844 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Kansas’ — Clear, carmine
red, double flowers. 2 Gallon $24.95
32327 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Karl Rosenfield’ —
Introduced in 1908 this plant is nearing it’s well deserved Centennial!
Brilliant crimson, double flowers make a lovely statement in the garden.
Time tested, this strong stemmed cultivar is well worth the effort of
planting. 2 Gallon $24.95
30793 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Krinkled White’ —
Semidouble, white with yellow centers. 2 Gallon $24.95
32475 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Little Red Gem’ — A
small-flowered, dingle red that gets only 15'' high. Truly a little
"Gem". Its’ fernlike foliage just add to its interest. 1 Gallon $26.95
32100 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Laura Dessert’ — This
variety has an RHS Award of Garden Merit. Grows to 3' with deep green
foliage. Flowers are the color of creamery butter and densely ruffled
over the yellow stamens. 2 Gallon $24.95
31846 Paeonia lactiflora ‘President Roosevelt’ —
Brilliant double red, very large rose form. Great cut flower. 2 Gallon
$29.95
31590 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ — Late in
the season, this robust perennial bears very large, double, fragrant,
rose-pink flowers. 2 Gallon $24.95
32421 Paeonia lactiflora ‘Walter Faxon’ — A fully
double light pink bloom that is great for cutting. 2 Gallon $24.95
Paeonia officinalis — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9)
32085 Paeonia officinalis ‘Rachel’ — These big,
double, bright crimson blossoms will knock your socks off! Blooms
midseason on 30-36'' stalks. 2 Gallon $19.95
PENSTEMON - BEARD TONGUE
— Penstemon is
one of those plants that needs some special care. They do not adapt well to
conditions much different from their native habitat. Give them full sun, or
shade lightly in hot regions. .
32125 Penstemon ‘Blackbird’ — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) Deep,
purple burgundy flowers appearing in summer until the first frost. Broad,
green leaves stand out against the striking, reddish stems. A favorite
amongst the purples! 2 Gallon $19.95
PEROVSKIA
30680 Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Spire’ - Russian
Sage — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-10) Chosen as perennial of the year, this
vigorous, heat and drought tolerant once established, this aromatic
semi-shrub grows to 3-5', and as wide. Leaves are covered in silvery hairs
that give gray-green cast to the foliage. Lavender blue flowers appear on
spikes, creating an airy look. Give very good drainage and full sun.
Excellent! 1 Gallon $14.95
PETASITES - BUTTERBUR
30541 Petasites frigidus var. palmatus ‘Golden Palms’ —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) A new Petasites that boasts large twelve-inch
palmate leaves emerging in bright gold. This one prefers moisture and
partial shade. The pink flower spikes bloom in February. 1 Gallon $16.95
31276 Petasites japonicus — (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-9) Blooming late winter and spring, yellowish white flowers up
to ½" wide precede the foliage, which is mounded. Kidney shaped leaves can
reach up to 32" wide. Invasive, can make an impenetrable ground cover. This
plant is tolerant of most poor soils, but prefers shade and a lot of water.
2 Gallon $19.95
PHLOX — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) For
phlox, the soil must be deep and porous. Enrich it well with organic
materials to help retain moisture and add fertility. Water deeply at the
roots during dry spells, but avoid wetting the foliage, as it causes rot.
Thinning is beneficial to increase air circulation to all parts of the
plant. This one is a sun lover.
Phlox arendsii — These heavy bloomers are crosses of P.
divaricata and P. paniculata. Unequaled in the Phlox family for showy blooms
over a long period throughout the summer. Intermediate growers, 25-30" x
12-18".
32223 Phlox arendsii ‘Babyface’— Baby pink, sweetly
fragrant flowers with pretty, rosy-red eyes, mid to late summer. An
excellent flower for arrangements and for attracting butterflies. 1
Gallon $10.95
Phlox paniculata
32177 Phlox paniculata ‘David’ — Bright white flowers
to 4'. Excellent in the cut flower, hummingbird and butterfly garden. 1
Gallon $10.95
PHORMIUM - NEW ZEALAND FLAX — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-10)
Semievergreen in warmer regions, this dwarf plant tends to die back
completely in cooler areas. Give it well drained, moist, fertile soil. This
hardy flax resists drought, salt, and even pollution. We have previously
listed Phormiums as Zone 9-10, as per our references. Our experiences and
our growers both point to this being hardier plant so we have changed our
published hardiness.
Phormium cookianum
31733 Phormium cookianum ‘Flamingo’ — The evergreen
foliage has vertical stripes of apricot-pink, orange, and yellow and
unlike other flax, is ideal as a container specimen. Compact growth
habit to 2’. 1 Gallon $26.95
32431 Phormium cookianum ‘Maori Maiden’ — Syn.
‘Rainbow Maiden’. If pink is your color this is your plant, mostly pink
leaves are striated with bronze. Wow, pink all year! Cont. $13.95, 1
Gallon $19.95
31180 Phormium cookianum ‘Maori Sunrise’ — This
hybrid has slender variegated foliage; apricot and pink stripes with
bronze margins, that can get up to 5' long. In summer, upright panicles
of yellow flowers bloom on stalks that can reach 6'. 1 Gallon $16.95
31641 Phormium ‘Pink Stripe’ — Pretty in pink! This broad
leaved plant has pretty pink edges on it’s bronze-green leaves. It has a
bushy habit and will grow about 3-4’ tall. Very nice! 1 Gallon $14.95, 5
Gallon $49.95
32014 Phormium ‘Rainbow Queen’ Syn. ‘Maori Queen’ — To 5’
with pink-red edges on bronze-green leaves. Cont. $13.95
31736 Phormium ‘Sundowner’ — A large clump-forming,
upright grower to 6’ with bronze-green leaves accented by rose-pink margins
that fade to cream. Tubular, yellow-green flowers on upright panicles in
summer. 2 Gallon $19.95, 3 Gallon $29.95
Phormium tenax — A clump-former with rigid upright leaves
that are long (10'), dark-green above, but blue-green on the underside.
Reddish-purple panicles of red tubular flowers bloom in the summer. Can grow
to 12' tall and 6' wide.
32413 Phormium tenax ‘Bronze’ — Large to 6' plant
with upright straplike leaves of a striking bronze purple topped in
season with orange-red flowers. 3 Gallon $29.95
31734 Phormium tenax ‘Dusky Chief’ — Very dark
purple-bronze, stiff, narrow leaves. On the upper surface is a cream
midrib and dark margins, and on the lower surface is a dark midrib as
well as margins. Can reach 6’ or more when mature. 2 Gallon $34.95
31354 Phormium tenax ‘Jack Spratt’ — Jack Spratt, who
could eat no fat, would love these slim, stiffly upright bronze blades.
Grows to about 2'. Occasionally, and we mean occasionally, purple stems
carrying red flowers appear. This one is considered hardier than some of
the others. Cont. $12.95, 1 Gallon $21.95
30710 Phormium tenax ‘Tom Thumb’ — Great for flower
arrangements, it is more dwarf than most and can be grown in a container
or rockery. Move indoors during cold weather. The leaves grow to 15"
long and are bright green edged in bronze. 1 Gallon $12.95
31033 Phormium ‘Yellow Wave’ — Broad, arching
yellow-green leaves up to 3' long on a clump forming perennial. Dull red
tubular flowers held in dense reddish purple panicles up to 12' long appear
in summer. Will be 12' tall by 6' in width. 3 Gallon $29.95, 4 Gallon $44.95
PHYSOSTEGIA
30185 Physostegia virginiana ‘Rosea’ — Syn. P.
speciosa. The tubular, magenta pink flowers grow on graceful stems above
the narrow gray-green foliage. Blooms beginning in summer through the
fall. 1 Gallon $15.95
PODOPHYLLUM - MAYAPPLE
32314 Podophyllum delavayi — This Mayapple has large
leaves, 12''-15'', with plum mottling, pattern on each plant is variable.
Leaves are on 15'' stalks creating a canopy over the flowers and fruit of
this unusual and lovely perennial. After leaves open in spring, stalk axils
produce buds of narrow petalled red flowers, followed by apple shaped fruit.
Outstanding, whenever encountered. 1 Gallon $29.95
31737 Podophyllum ‘Kaleidoscope’ PPAF — (-10°F, USDA
Zones 6-9) Of Himalayan origin, each 3' tall stem produces two umbrella-like
hexagonal leaves parallel to the ground, one leaf larger than the other, to
18'' wide and are colored with various greens mottled with purplish-bronze
and silver. Under the leaves are 7 to 20 tubular, burgundy-red flowers
nearly 2'' long, blooming in summer. Very interesting plant and hard to
find! 1 Gallon $29.95
32315 Podophyllum pleianthum — You’ll take a moment of
pause when you see these 18'' beautiful glossy broad leaves. This Chinese
native reaches 2' and has clusters of red flowers pendant from the stems.
Will give a difficult deep shade area just the right amount of pizazz. CONT.
$26.95
POLEMONIUM - JACOB’S LADDER — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) In
nature, polemonium are found in arctic and alpine locations. Since stream
sides are their best habitat, you will want to give them partial shade in
cool, moist conditions. In places where summers are moderate, they will
tolerate full sun.
32472 Polemonium repens ‘Heaven Scent’ — A lovely new
Polemonium with a ferny texture makes this an excellent pairing with small
to medium hosta and astilbe in the perennial bed. May to June its flowers
arrive and dance over the 1' mounded foliage, purple-blue with deeper
accents and a light fragrance make this plant true to its name. Couldn’t
your haven stand to have a little heaven too? Cont. $9.95
POLYGONATUM - SOLOMON’S SEAL — Solomon’s seal grow best
in moist, woodland type soils that are humus rich and fertile. They will
tolerate sun but prefer partial shade.
31385 Polygonatum biflorum — (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) This
is a lovely woodland plant of the lily family. Beginning in late spring,
enchanting, tiny soft green-white bells hang down along the undersides of
tall, arching 3-5' stems. Leaves are lovely emerald green. Enjoys lots of
shade but can take considerable sun when the moisture is adequate. 1 Gallon
$12.95
32227 Polygonatum hirtum — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Creamy
flowers with a kiwi tip hang from the 2-4' stems in June, followed by black
fruit for continued interest. A charming woodland perennial for that open
shady area you need to fill. 1 Gallon $12.95
32228 Polygonatum multiflorum — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8)
Medium-sized Solomon’s seal at 2-3', with the arching stems typical of the
genus. Fragrant, half-inch, creamy flowers grace the stems in June, followed
by shiny black fruit. 2 Gallon $18.95
PRATIA
30135 Pratia puberula ‘Alba’ - White Star Creeper —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Small plant with creeping, branching stems and tiny
rounded leaves. ¾" flowers of soft white stars. Requires sun to partial
shade and frequent watering. A native of New Zealand. 1 Gallon $9.95
31579 Pratia pendunculata - Blue Star Creeper — (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-7) Syn. Isotoma fluviatalis and Laurentia fluviatilis. Lush
green mat growing 1-3" tall with star shaped light blue flowers. This ground
cover will spread indefinitely and take light foot traffic. Cont. $4.95
PRIMULA - PRIMROSE — (-40°F, USDA Zones 2-8) Primroses do
best with semi-shaded sites in moist soils. Amend with a lot of humus, and
mulch in the summer. They really resent hot, dry locations. Don’t allow them
to dry out.
32435 Primula vulgaris - English Primrose — (-30°F, USDA
Zones 4-8) Bright green, slightly hairy, scalloped leaves form a tight
little rosette at the base of the plants. Flowers stems are 8" high, and are
born singly, or 2-3 per stem in more vigorous cultivars, blooming in early
spring. Grow in partial shade, in humus-rich or peaty, moist soil. They can
tolerate full sun only if soil remains moist. Cont. $4.95
PULMONARIA - LUNGWORT — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Virtually
all of the lungworts are intolerant of strong sun so give them partial to
full shade. They prefer cool, moist, humus-rich soil. Blooms in spring and
early summer.
Pulmonaria longifolia — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8)
30668 Pulmonaria longifolia ‘E.B. Anderson’ — Long,
narrow and usually spotted with white, the leaves form a plant of 12".
The flowers are vivid violet-blue, appearing in late spring. 1 Gallon
$12.95
Pulmonaria saccharata — Clumps of evergreen foliage with
elliptic, white-spotted leaves to 11" long. The stem leaves are nearly as
large as the basal leaves. From late winter to late spring, bears
funnel-shaped, red-violet, violet or white flowers.
31288 Pulmonaria saccharata ‘Dora Bielefeld’ — Green
leaves are accented by silver spots. Abundant clear pink flowers bloom
from late winter to late spring. 1 Gallon $12.95
31386 Pulmonaria ‘Smokey Blue’ — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8)
The foliage has very large, heavily spotted dark green leaves. The blooms
are an appealing soft dusty blue. The contrast makes a very desirable plant.
1 Gallon $11.95
RODGERSIA — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Rodgersia loves to be
grown near water and will thrive in bog gardens or stream and pond
locations. Elsewhere, give it rich, moist soil. Keep it watered in drier
locations to prevent the leaves from scorching. Give sun to partial shade.
30064 Rodgersia aesculifolia — A large, dramatic
perennial with leaves up to 18" long composed of 5-7 toothed, 10" leaflets.
In summer, produces creamy white to pink flowers in panicles up to 24" long,
rising on stalks. Grows to 6'. 1 Gallon $11.95
30840 Rodgersia henrici — This is a great border
perennial. The pink-red flowers stand out and are highlighted by the bronze
tinged foliage. The stalks are a bright red that adds even more color to
this hardy plant. 1 Gallon $11.95
ROMNEYA — Give Romneya full sun, and well-drained,
fertile soils with shelter from cold dry winds. These plants are drought
tolerant once established, but resent transplanting and are sometimes
difficult to get started. Due to the specifics of this plant, we reserve the
right to not offer replacements if the plant does not survive.
31240 Romneya coulteri — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-10)
Spectacular perennial growing to 8' or more. The stems and deeply cut leaves
are gray green. White flowers, blooming late spring to summer, are up to 9"
wide with petals of crepe paper texture. These petals surround a mass of
golden stamens. Very fragrant. 1 Gallon $29.95
RUDBECKIA - CONEFLOWER — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-10)
Rudbeckia are among the easier plants to grow. Give them moderately fertile,
well-drained soil, with sun or partial shade, and watch them bloom.
30505 Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii ‘Goldstrum’ — A
late summer blooming perennial with golden yellow, rays with black disks.
Grows to 3' tall. 1 Gallon $12.95
Rudbeckia hirta — Blooming from late summer to early fall, 3" rays are pale
to golden yellow and have brownish purple disks. Will be 1-3' tall and 1-1½'
wide.
30259 Rudbeckia hirta ‘Indian Summer’ — The warmth of
late summer is captured in the single and double, brilliant golden
yellow rays. This plant grows to 3-4', and they make excellent cut
flowers. 1 Gallon $12.95
30272 Rudbeckia nitida ‘Herbstsonne’ — Syn. R. ‘Autumn
Sun’. Lemon-yellow rays with a green disk make this a bright addition to
your late summer and autumn garden. It can reach over 5'. 2 Gallon $24.95
SAGINA
30300 Sagina subulata - Irish Moss — (-30°F, USDA Zones
4-8) Mat forming perennial with slender rooting stems and light green leaves
that are pointed. Five-petaled tiny white flowers adorn this beauty of a
ground cover. Great in rock gardens and for bonsai. Planted among your
stepping stones or as a lawn substitute, this dense ground cover is tough
and beautiful at the same time. Cont. $3.95
30301 Sagina subulata ‘Aurea’ - Scotch Moss — Stems
and leaves are yellow-green. Cont. $3.95
SAXIFRAGA
31873 Saxifraga x urbium — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-7)
Vigorous and spreading with large rosettes of spoon shaped, toothed,
green leaves to 1" across. Upright, branching stems bear loose, long
panicles of tiny, star shaped, pink-flushed white flowers. Great used as
a ground cover, even in poor soil. 1 Gallon $11.95
SCABIOSA - PINCUSHION FLOWER — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9)
Pincushion flowers need well drained, neutral to alkaline soil. You can add
lime if the soil is acidic. These plants don’t do well in hot, humid
climates. Will be long flowering if they are deadheaded.
Scabiosa caucasica
30250 Scabiosa caucasica ‘Butterfly Blue’ — Lavender
blue flowers grace the 12" stalks, rising from dense basal gray-green
foliage. The outer flower petals are finely frilly, the center
resembling a pincushion full of pins. Blooms from mid spring on. 1
Gallon $11.95
30999 Scabiosa caucasica ‘Pink Mist’ — A true soft
pink flowering companion to ‘Butterfly Blue’. 1 Gallon $11.95
SCHIZOSTYLIS — Good for late season color, they demand
moisture for good growth and bloom. Provide these plants with humus rich,
well drained soil and summer mulch. Cold zones require winter protection,
shelter from the wind, and also provide shade in hotter climates.
Schizostylis coccinea - Crimson Flag — (0°F, USDA Zones
7-9) This rhizomatous perennial with narrow virtually evergreen leaves to
18" grew originally in damp areas. Open, cup shaped 2" flowers line spikes
in the fall. Excellent for cut flowers.
31461 Schizostylis coccinea ‘Coral Pink’ — Coral pink
flowers. 1 Gallon $11.95
30035 Schizostylis coccinea ‘Oregon Sunset’ —
Long-lasting 2" watermelon red flowers, appear on stalks above the grass
like foliage in late summer and fall. Plant height is 18". 1 Gallon
$11.95
SEDUM - STONECROP — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Stonecrops
are a wide group of succulents that are found naturally in a variety of
habitats. They grow very easily in lean, fast draining soil. Water these
plants sparingly, as they are found in more arid regions.
32291 Sedum ‘Purple Emperor’ — This late summer bloomer
has pink flowers to contrast its nearly black, purple foliage. A great plant
for accent or contrast in the perennial bed grows to 16''. 2 Gallon $15.95
30787 Sedum ‘Ruby Glow’ — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9)
Especially effective massed in the front of a border. Forms sprawling clumps
of stems, with deciduous, succulent foliage edged and tinged dark red.
Vigorous, flat clusters of small deep pink to ruby red flowers bloom in the
summer. Grows to 1-2' tall. 1 Gallon $9.95
Sedum spectabile — This is considered the showy one in
the stonecrop family, especially when flowering in summer. The terminal
flowers are displayed on 3-4" inflorescences that appear ‘fuzzy’ as the
stamens are longer than the petals.
31139 Sedum spectabile ‘Star Dust’ — Another showy
little clump-forming member of the stonecrop family, ‘Star Dust’ loves
sun, will reach 2' and will tantalize you in the fall with large flat
heads of starry white blooms. 1 Gallon $8.95
SCILLA — A large group of woodland plants in the lily
family. Easy to grow. Most will naturalize slowly.
32024 Scilla peruviana — (10°F, USDA Zones 8-9)
Strappy leaves to 12" begin to make nice clumps in fall. Sometimes there are
as many as 50 sizeable blue-lavender stars emerging from the leaves in late
spring to early summer, lasting up to 6 weeks. It goes dormant for a brief
period after blooming but will tolerate garden watering. An easy plant for
part shade in humus rich, well draining soil. 1 Gallon $12.95
SISYRINCHIUM
32386 Sisyrinchium bellum ‘Rocky
Point’ — This dwarf blue-eyed grass is a charmer. It has been described as
"robust" and "vigorous" which is exactly what one wants in this super little
plant. Rock gardeners already know this plant and its time we all knew it. 1
Gallon $9.95
SMILACINA - FALSE SOLOMON’S SEAL
30994 Smilacina stellata - Starflower — (-40°F, USDA
Zones 3-7) This arching woodland plant grows to about 3' tall. In the summer
it bears crowded terminal racemes of white or white-green flowers. The 6"
panicles are followed by red to blue berries. 1 Gallon $12.95
STERNBERGIA
31912 Sternbergia lutea — (0°F,
USDA Zones 7-9) A bulb that prefers well- draining soils. Produces
lance-shaped, dark green leaves, and golden yellow flowers 1½'' across in
fall, sometimes also in spring. Grows 6-8'' tall. 1 Gallon $18.95
STOKESIA
32399 Stokesia laevis ‘Blue Danube’ — (-20°F, USDA Zones
5-9) A compact growing selection to 18''. Large true blue flowers, similar
to daisies with a darker blue center surrounded by a plethora, yes,
sometimes that’s the only word that works, a plethora of shaggy, narrow
petals. It’s a wonderful, long blooming summer perennial. 1 Gallon $9.95
32028 Stokesia ‘Peachie’s Pick’ — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9)
A compact growing selection to 18''. Large true blue flowers, similar to
daisies with a darker blue center surrounded by a plethora, yes, sometimes
that’s the only word that works, a plethora of shaggy, narrow petals. It’s a
wonderful, long blooming summer perennial. 1 Gallon $9.95
SYMPHYTUM - COMFREY — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Symphytum
grows well in moist, moderately fertile soil in sun or partial shade.
Foliage can be kept nice by removing the flower stems as they form.
30915 Symphytum ‘Hidcote Blue’ — Rhizomatous perennial
with ovate, mid-green leaves to 10" long and in mid to late spring, cymes of
red buds open to pale blue flowers. Grows to 18" tall and wide. 1 Gallon
$9.95
31378 Symphytum ibericum ‘Goldsmith’ — Foliage is dark
green, edged and splashed with yellow and cream. In late spring, pendent,
tubular flowers in clustered pairs open pink and mature to white, then blue.
1 Gallon $9.95
TANACETUM - COSTMARY
31758 Tanacetum balsamita — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) An
attractive, mat-forming perennial in the daisy family, this herb bears
numerous, tiny white flowers with yellow centers in late summer and early
autumn. Foliage is oblong and scalloped, with silver-haired leaves up to 12"
long. Grown for its balsam scented foliage it can reach 3' tall and 18"
wide. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. 1 Gallon $9.95
THALICTRUM - MEADOW RUE — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) This
perennial prefers moist, humus-rich soil, and partial shade. Taller forms
may need to be staked.
Thalictrum flavum — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Commonly
known as Yellow Meadow Rue, this clump forming perennial produces numerous,
small, fragrant, bright yellow flowers atop thick, furrowed stems. Grows to
3' tall and 18'' wide.
30970 Thalictrum flavum ssp. glaucum — Syn. T.
speciosissimum. Dusty Meadow Rue. The glaucous stems and foliage are
distinctive features of this plant. The leaflets have prominent veins
beneath, and larger panicles of yellow flowers. 1 Gallon $13.95, 2
Gallon $19.95
32317 Thalictrum isopyroides — (-15°F, USDA Zones 6-10)
This perennial is grown mostly for its nearly metallic blue-gray foliage.
Rounded habit to 12'' is the perfect nest for the panicles of yellow flowers
to 18''. A gorgeous color combination for a sunny border, or part shade in
warmer climates. 1 Gallon $13.95
TRADESCANTIA - Spiderwort — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) This
is one plant that you are okay to ‘neglect’. It needs to be ‘starved’ to
prevent excessive growth. This means planting in poorer soil, giving it
minimal water and fertilization. However, if you live in hot, dry areas,
give it more water and some light shade. If you significantly cut it back,
you will not only get new growth, but it will also re-flower as weather gets
cooler.
Tradescantia x andersoniana — Grass like foliage forms
dense clumps up to 2' with similar spread. Pretty, 1", 3 petal flowers
appear from late spring on through the fall.
30486 Tradescantia x
andersoniana ‘Concord Grape’ — Purple flowers. 1 Gallon $11.95
30742 Tradescantia virginiana ‘Red
Cloud’ — This distinctive plant has regal purple-veined foliage with
prolific blooms of rosy red and a long flowering period from June-September.
1 Gallon $12.95
TRICYRTIS - TOAD LILY — Give Tricyrtis at least light
shade and slightly acid, humusy deep soils. The roots should never be
allowed to dry out. This means mulching well and giving regular watering
during hot weather. Will need mulch in cooler climates that don’t get snow
cover. T. latifolia will tolerate drier conditions.
30782 Tricyrtis formosana — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Syn.
T. stolonifera. Orchid-like in appearance, these small flowers are white
with purple spotting. Bloom occurs in late summer and fall, adding color to
our fading beds. Leaves are shiny deep green with darker spots. Probably the
most easily grown of the species. Very interesting. Grows 30" tall. 1 Gallon
$11.95
31500 Tricyrtis formosana ‘Samurai’ — Known best for
its golden edged foliage and compact form, this vigorous Toad Lily will
grow to be only 12-18" tall. In fall, there are soft lavendar lily-like
flowers with plum spotting and yellow throats in clusters along the
stems. 1 Gallon $14.95
TRILLIUM — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) A delightful but rare
find in the wild (some are endangered), these flowers grow in loose leafy
soil in woodland regions of North America. Each plant has flowers consisting
of 3 petals of different coloring and sizing, and 3-petalled leaves. They
are easy to grow, but do not like being moved much, so select a spot they
can stay in for awhile. This is a great plant for a woodland setting. Give
moist, humus-rich soils in a cool partially shaded location. Mulch in the
fall with leaf mold. Some selections may be slower to flower.
30777 Trillium erectum — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Native
to eastern North America, this species has deep purple-red flowers. 1-2' in
early spring. 1 Gallon $12.95
30776 Trillium luteum — Yellowish or bronze green,
fragrant flowers. 1 Gallon $12.95
30251 Trillium nivale — Dwarf White Trillium. A charmer!
Short stalked, upright pure white flowers with oblong petals turning pink
with age that forms a tidy clump. Propagated from garden stock. 1 Gallon
$12.95
30764 Trillium recurvatum — Native to the Plains States,
this plant blooms in the spring. Deep maroon flower petals are held erect in
the center of a spiral of leaves. 1 Gallon $12.95
30775 Trillium sessile — (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Native
to eastern North America, this Trillium has very dark red to burgundy
flowers with mottled green leaves. 1 Gallon $12.95
TROLLIUS - GLOBEFLOWER — (-10°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Trollius
is an excellent low maintenance plant for watersides or bog gardens. If it
is planted anywhere else, make sure you provide it with water retentive
soil. Prefers to have some shade. Blooming is extended if deadheaded,
flowers are good for cut arrangements.
Trollius x cultorum
31093 Trollius x cultorum ‘Lemon Queen’ — In late
spring, 3" pale yellow flowers bloom above the mounded leaves. The plant
will be 24" tall. 1 Gallon $12.95
VANCOUVERIA
30545 Vancouveria hexandra — (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) This
Pacific Northwest woodland native is perfect for a shady area ground cover.
Growing to 12" high and spreading more, it displays delicate, finely cut
foliage reminiscent of the Maidenhair Fern. Loose panicles of small white
flowers are produced in late spring. Consider it a wonderful edging for
Hostas! Give it moist, well enriched, acid soil. 1 Gallon $11.95
VINCA - PERIWINKLE
Vinca minor — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-11) Much in demand as a
fast and easily grown ground cover, this trailing plant has glossy green
foliage. The leaves are oval and held on short stalks. The flowers appear in
mid spring and are long-lasting. Give full sun for best flowering, and
anything but dry soil.
30497 Vinca minor ‘Alba’ — White flowers. Cont. 5.95
30499 Vinca minor ‘Double Blue’ — Double violet-blue.
30249 Vinca minor ‘Variegated’ — Blue flowers and
variegated foliage.
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