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Contents - Babikow

Contents
how to order.............................................................................2
directions....................................................................................3
New Plant List...........................................................................4
Perennials and Groundcovers...........................................5
Grasses........................................................................................ 44
Ferns............................................................................................ 49
Bamboo...................................................................................... 50
Climbing Plants...................................................................... 50
Annuals..................................................................................... 51
hanging Baskets..................................................................... 61
Pansies........................................................................................63
Kale............................................................................................. 67
Design Aid for Landscapers............................................... 68
Plant Spacing.......................................................................... 76
Symbols used in this catalogue:

denotes new additions
•
denotes native plants or selections
V
denotes plants propagated vegetatively
S
denotes plants propagated by seed
Perennial Plant Association Grower Award 2008
mgga grower of the year 2001
Catalogue Design by Megan White
Photography: All photos taken at Babikow Greenhouses by Tim Babikow, Martina Carter,
Stephanie Peer, and Megan Koterba.
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how to order
Phone: 410.391.4200 Toll free 800.835.7617
e-mail: [email protected]
Fax: 410.574.7582
Mailing Address: 7838 Babikow Road, Baltimore, MD 21237
Visit Us: 7838 Babikow Road, Baltimore, MD 21237
When using GPS: 7838 Babikow Road, Rosedale, MD 21237
Nursery Hours. 7:30 am to 4:30 pm (et) weekdays. Open Saturday 7:30 AM to 12 PM April, May and
October. Closed Friday afternoon July, August, December, January, and February.
Terms. We are pleased to extend credit to established accounts. New accounts are set up as credit card
purchases until a credit history has been established. Open accounts are payable net 30 days of invoice
date. Accounts 30 days overdue will receive a finance charge of 2% per month (an annual rate of 24%).
Accounts with a balance over 60 days will become cod. Accounts presenting checks or credit cards
that are returned due to insufficient funds will be charged $25.00 per incident.
We accept visa, mastercard, discover and american express.
Minimum charge for credit card sales is $10.00.
Personal checks will not be accepted.
Prices. Our prices are subject to change without notice. Our prices include any royalty
or patent fees.
Claims. We honor claims made within three days after receiving plants.
Guarantee. We guarantee plants to be true to name.
Labeling. Plants intended for retail sales have an identifying label with relevant information including
planting instructions. Bar codes have been assigned to each plant variety.
Packaging. Annuals and pansies are in plastic pots and pack 18 per tray. Perennials are
in plastic pots and pack 12 per tray.
Visitors. Nursery visits are encouraged. Please make an appointment for a guided tour.
Open House dates for 2016 are Friday, April 8, and Friday, September 9.
Shipping:
Grower Truck & Minimum Order Schedule
DistanceMinimumDelivery
20 miles$150.00 $40.00
20–40300.0070.00
40–60 450.00100.00
60–75 600.00130.00
75–100900.00200.00
100–1251200.00 270.00
125–1501500.00 400.00
150–1752500.00 600.00
175–2003500.00 775.00
200+ Please call for a quote.
*Please note that we use MapQuest as a reference for all delivery charges regarding mileage.
Customer Pick-up. Please place orders at least one day before pick-up. Orders require one day to
process. Your cooperation is appreciated!
Advance Orders. Orders placed in advance will be shipped or picked up according to scheduled
delivery time. Otherwise, plant material will become available for sale.
Cancelled Orders: A 20% restocking fee will be charged for cancelled orders which have been
processed.
Wholesale Only: Ask our sales staff for recommended retail sales outlets.
directions
From the northeast. I-95 south to exit 67; Rt 43 west to second traffic light; left on
Perry Hall Blvd; left on Buck’s School House Road; right on Babikow Road.
From the south. I-95 north through Fort McHenry Tunnel to exit 67; Rt 43 west to
second traffic light; left on Perry Hall Blvd; left on Buck’s School House Road; right on
Babikow Road.
From the north. I-83 south to I-695 interchange; I-695 east to exit 33 north; I-95
north to exit 67; Rt 43 west to second traffic light; left on Perry Hall Blvd; left on
Buck’s School House Road; right on Babikow Road.
From the west. I-70 east to I-695 interchange; I-695 north to exit 33 north; I-95
north to exit 67; Rt. 43 west to third traffic light; left on Perry Hall Blvd; left on Buck’s
School House Road; right on Babikow Road.
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New Plants for 2016
Perennials
• Anemone virginiana (Tall Thimbleweed)
Asarum splendens ‘Quicksilver’
• Coreopsis ‘Red Satin’- (Permathread™ PPAF)
• Coreopsis tinctoria (Plain Coreopsis)
• Echinacea pallida (Pale Purple Coneflower)
• Erigeron pulchellus ‘Lynnhaven Carpet’ (Robin’s Plantain)
• Heuchera ‘Blackout’ (PPAF) (Coral Bells)
• Ratibida columnifera ‘Red Midget’ (Mexican Hat Plant)
• Solidago rugosa (Wrinkle Leaf Goldenrod)
Stachys monieri ‘Hummelo’ (Lamb’s Ear)
• Zizia aurea (Golden Alexanders)
Grasses
Acorus gramineus ‘Ogon’ (Golden Variegated Sweet Flag)
• Bouteloua curtipendula (Sideoats Grama)
• Carex albicans- (White-tinged Sedge)
• Carex vulpinoidea (Brown Fox Sedge)
Annuals and Pansies
Bacopa Atlas® Series
Begonia Rose Green leaf
Calibrachoa Crave® Series
Calibrachoa Kabloom® Series
Calibrachoa NOA® Papaya
Canna Cannova™ F1 Series Lemon
Impatiens Super Elfin™ Series
Pansies Matrix® Series Beaconsfield
Pansies Matrix® Series Citrus mix
Pansies Matrix® Series Deep Blue blotch
Pansies Matrix® Series Scarlet
Petunias Easy Wave® Coral Reef
Petunias Easy Wave® Pink Passion
Petunias Easy Wave® Yellow
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Key:
• Native plant or selection
 New for 2016 V propagated vegetatively S propagated by seed
Perennials and Groundcovers
One-quart perennials are sold in units of 12 per variety
size $
ACANTHUS — Bears Breeches (Light Shade)
hungaricus. Deeply cut leaves with mauve pink flowers. June. Ht. 3 feet. Z5–7........... V1G 5.00
mollis. Large, shiny, dark green leaves provide bold structure. Plant in well drained
soil in full sun. June. Ht. Grows to 3 feet. Z7–10...................................................... V1G 5.00
spinosus. Long, dark green, deeply divided foliage with spiny points. Mauve foxglovelike flowers. June. Ht. 2 feet. Z5–7.......................................................................V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
ACHILLEA — Yarrow (Sun)
‘Coronation Gold’. Golden yellow flower heads. Excellent for cutting and drying.
June–September. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8.............................................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
millefolium ‘Appleblossom’ (Apfelblüte). Rose pink flower heads turning light pink.
July/August. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–9............................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Oertel’s Rose’. Rose-pink flowers fade to near white. Deep green foliage. June–
September. Ht. 12-15 inches. Z3–8............................................................................ V1Q 2.45
—’Paprika’. Pale orange turning red flowers. July–August. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8........... V1Q 2.45
—‘Red Beauty’. Crimson flower heads. July–August. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Red Velvet’. Rosy-red flower clusters hold color beautifully. Re-blooms all summer
long. Sun/light shade. Ht. 2-3 feet. Z4-8.................................................................... V1Q 2.45
— ‘Strawberry Seduction’, PP18401. Strawberry red flowers with golden yellow
center in summer. Upright, long blooming, deer resistant and
drought tolerant. Ht. 18-24 inches. Z4-8.................................................................. V 1Q 2.95
—‘Summer Wine’. Burgundy with a long blooming season. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8........ V1Q 2.45
‘Fireland’ (Feuerland). Brick red flowers; strong, sturdy stems. Ernst Pagels intro.,
named for Tierra Del Fuego (The Land of Fire). Summer. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8............. V1Q 2.45
‘Moonshine’. Bright yellow flowers. Silver fern foliage. Great cut flower. June–
September. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z3–8........................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Terra Cotta’. Brick orange fading to soft yellow. June–August. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8.... V1Q 2.45
ACONITUM — Monkshood (Partial Shade)
carmichaelii ‘Arendsii’. Leathery, dark green, glossy leaves. Medium blue. September.
Ht. 3 feet. Z3–7. In 1 gallon:...................................................................................... V1G 3.60
ACTAEA — Cimicifuga (Partial Shade) Bugbane
• racemosa. (Snakeroot) Creamy green flowers on bold tropical leaves. July. Ht. 4–5
feet. Z4–8.................................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
• ‘Misty Blue’. Bluish-green foliage which contrasts well with the greens found in the
woodland garden. It was discovered in a planting of unknown origin at Mt. Cuba
Center. The large, white “doll’s eyes” (fruit) are borne on reddish pedicels in
September. Carefree and long-lived. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z3–8............................................ V1G 7.50
simplex ‘Brunette’. Very dark purple foliage with tall white, blushed with pink, flower
spikes in September. Surprisingly fragrant. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8. In 1 gallon:............. V1G 7.50
matsumurac ‘White Pearl’. Pale green leaves. Soft white flowers. September.
Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–9...................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
AGAPANTHUS — Lily of the Nile (Sun)
Best in full sun, well drained soil, drought tolerant.
‘Blue Heaven’. Re-blooming Agapanthus with medium to dark blue blooms on green,
evergreen foliage. Rising to 36”, blooms appear mid-summer and early fall. Selected
for its long season of flowering. Z7-11. PP14989....................................................... V 2G10.00
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AGASTACHE — Hyssop (Sun)
aurantiaca x ‘Tango’. Brilliant, fiery orange flower spikes. Gray green aromatic foliage.
A magnet for hummingbirds, butterflies, honeybees. June-October. Ht. 14 inches.
Z5–9............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
‘Black Adder’. Mint-like foliage and smoky violet-blue flowers on 2–3 foot spikes
from July until frost. Prefers poor, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Z6–9......... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Blue Fortune’. Fragrant mint-like foliage and deep blue flower spikes.
July–September. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z6–9........................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Firebird’. Glowing raspberry red flowers. June–October. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z6–10............. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• foeniculum ‘Golden Jubilee’. Chartreuse-golden, licorice-scented foliage with blue
bottlebrush-like flower spikes in midsummer. Ht 2–3 feet. Native selection
(New Mexico, Texas). Z6–9........................................................................................ S1Q2.45
‘Heatwave’. PP19662. Hot pink flowers over green foliage from June until frost.
Tolerant of heat and humidity. Ht. 36 inches. Z5-9.................................................. V 1Q 2.95
‘Purple Haze’. Long racemes of blue violet flowers that never seem to stop. July until
frost. More tolerant of winter wetness than its pink cousins. 2–3 feet. Z6–10........... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Tutti Frutti’. Racemes of fragrant lavender pink flowers from June to fall. Grows to
4 feet. Z6–10............................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
AJANIA — Chrysanthemum (Sun)
pacifica. Silver edged, gray leaves with silver undersides. Small yellow button flowers.
Tolerant of poor soils but requires well drained soils. October–November.
Ht. 18 inches. Z6–9.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
AJUGA — Bugleweed (Sun/Shade)
‘Black Scallop’. PP15815. Dark burgundy/black foliage with blue flower spikes in late
spring. Extremely hardy groundcover can be walked on and mowed over. Heat and
humidity resistant. 4–6 inches. Space 12–18 inches apart. Z4–9............................... V1Q 2.45
‘Bronze Beauty’. Glossy bronze foliage. Blue flowers. May–June. 6 inches. Z3–9......... V1Q 2.45
‘Burgundy Glow’. White, purple and silver variegated foliage. Blue flowers.
May–June. Ht. 6 inches. Z3–9................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
‘Chocolate Chip’. (‘Valfredda’). Small – really small – chocolate colored leaves. An
excellent groundcover growing to 3 inches. Blue flowers in May. Z3–9..................... V1Q 2.45
‘Catlin’s Giant’. Spreading groundcover with large bronze-green foliage. Blue flowers
in spring. Tolerant of sun, drought and poor soils. Up to 7.5
inches; spread 1–2 feet. Z4–8..................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
ALCEA — Hollyhock (Sun)
Tall, stately flower. Spikes are noted for their dignified appearance. The perfect choice
for beds and borders. Plant in organic rich, well-drained soil.
rosea hybrids ‘Simplex’. Mixed colors. Single flowers. July. Ht. 4–5 feet. Z4–9........... S1Q2.45
—‘Nigra’. Dark red almost black single flowers. July. Ht. 4–5 feet. Z4–9...................... S1Q2.45
rugosa. Pale yellow single flowers. July. Ht. 4–5 feet. Z4–9............................................ S1Q2.45
ALCHEMILLA — Lady’s Mantle (Sun/Partial Shade)
erythropoda. Scalloped blue green leaves and lime green flowers. Excellent
groundcover. June. Ht. 6 inches. Z3–7....................................................................... S1Q2.45
mollis. Fan-shaped soft gray green foliage illuminate water droplets. Excellent for
borders, rock gardens or mass plantings. Best in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained
soil. June–July. Ht. 15-18” Spread 18-24”. Z3–7....................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
ALLIUM — Ornamental Onion (Sun)
• cernuum. (Nodding Onion). North U.S. native wildflower. Great for borders, rock
garden, or lightly shaded woodland. Low grassy clump, bearing upright stems with
tiny bell-shaped clusters of soft pink to lilac flowers in late spring. Drought tolerant,
deer resistant. Sun/part shade. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z3–9............................................. V1Q 2.45
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karataviense. Large lilac gray globular flowers. June. Ht. 10 inches. Z5–9.................... V1Q 2.45
sphaerocephalon ‘Drumstick’. Reddish purple globes in July and August. Well
drained dry soils. Drought tolerant. Ht. 2 feet. Z5–10.............................................. V1Q 2.45
AMSONIA — Bluestar (Sun/Partial Shade)
• hubrichtii. PPA Plant of the Year 2011. Very fine foliage with blue star shaped flowers.
Excellent fall foliage. May. Ht. 3 feet. Z5–9............................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• tabernaemontana. Periwinkle blue flowers on narrow leaves. Part shade. May.
Ht. 24 inches. Z3–9.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
• —‘Blue Ice’. Excellent blue – really blue – flowers that last 5 weeks or more in late
spring. More compact than the species. May. Ht. 15 inches. Z5–9........................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
ANEMONE — Windflower (Partial Shade)
• canadensis. (Meadow Anemone) Clear white single flowers from mid spring into
early summer. Native to Eastern U.S. Best in moist rich soils, will tolerate dry
conditions. Sun–part shade. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z4–8................................................ V1Q 2.45
hybrida ‘Andrea Atkinson’. Single to semi-double large white flowers. Blooms later
than most cultivars. September–October. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–8.................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Bressingham Glow’. Rose red semi-double flowers on thick sturdy stems.
September–October. Ht. 2 feet. Z6–9........................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Honorine Jobert’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2016. White
single flowers 2-3’ across. September–October. Ht. 3-4 feet. Spread 12-18” Z4-8.... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Max Vogel’. Extra-large pearl pink semi-double flowers. Very vigorous. August–
October. Ht. 3 feet. Z6–9........................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Pamina’. Semi-double rose-pink flowers with yellow stamens and dark green
foliage. September–October. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z6–9........................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Queen Charlotte’. (Königin Charlotte). Pink semi-double flowers. September–
October. 3–4 feet. Z6–9.............................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon................................................................................................................... V1G 3.60
—‘September Charm’. Pink single flowers. August–October. Ht. 2–3 feet.
Z6–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Serenade’. Semi-double medium pink flowers August–October. Ht. 2–3 feet.
Spread 2.5 feet. Z5–7.................................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Whirlwind’. (Wirbelwind). Semi-double white flowers. September–October.
Ht. 2–3 feet. Z6–9...................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
sylvestris. (Snowdrop Anemone) White fragrant flowers. April. Re-blooms in late
summer. Ht. 8–12 inches. Z4–8................................................................................. S1Q2.45
tomentosa ‘Robustissima’. Soft pink flowers. The hardiest and most vigorous of
the fall flowering anemones. August–September. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z5–9........................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
•virginiana. (Tall Thimbleweed). Early spring/early summer, white blooms on tall
stems develop into thimble shaped seed heads rise above lobed green foliage. Great
native wildflower suitable for moist areas. Found in wet meadows, prairies, & open
woodlands. Best in pt. shade. Ht. 3 ft x 1-2 ft wide. Z3–8........................................ V1Q 2.45
ANGELICA — (Sun)
gigas. Bold architectural foliage supports deep red globular flowers. Summer. 4–5 feet.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ S1G3.60
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AQUILEGIA — Columbine (Sun/Partial Shade)
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Produces nodding flowers in spring. Best in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil. May
go dormant midsummer if stressed by heat or drought.
caerula hyb. ‘Biedermeier’. Compact habit. Mixed colors. April. Ht. 12”. Z3–8......... S1Q2.45
canadensis. Lemon yellow petals with deep red spurs. May. Ht. 2 feet. Z3–8............... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
—‘Corbett’. Solid light yellow. May. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z3–8....................................... S1Q2.45
—‘Little Lanterns’. Dwarf, compact version of the species. May. Ht. 12 inches. Z3–8.S1Q2.45
—‘Pink Lanterns’. Short spurred blooms have pink outer petals surrounding strawcolored inner petals. Blooms in late spring; deadhead to prevent seeding in or let it
spread for a naturalized woodland garden. Ht. 12 inches. Z3-8................................. S1Q2.45
flabellata var. pumila ‘Selection’. Bright blue flowers with white spurs. April.
Ht. 8 inches. Z3–8...................................................................................................... S 1Q 2.45
—‘Nana Alba’. Pure white flowers. April. Ht. 10 inches. Z3–8...................................... S1Q2.45
‘Nora Barlow’. Mauve with light green flowers. Very exotic looking. April. Ht. 2 feet.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
vulgaris ‘Ruby Port’. Dark ruby red and double flowers. April. Ht. 2 feet. Z3–8......... S1Q2.45
ARISAEMA — Jack-In-The-Pulpit (Shade)
ringens. Green spathe with white stripes outside and deep purple inside. Surprisingly
large glossy leaves. Early spring. Ht.12-18 inches. Z5–9............................................ S 1G18.00
sikokianum. Spathe dark purple with pure white tube on inside and curious pure
white knob. April. Ht. 15 inches. Z5–9...................................................................... S 1G18.00
ARMERIA — Thrift (Sun)
maritima ‘Alba’. Pure white globular flowers. May–June. Ht. 8 inches. Z4–8............... S1Q2.45
—‘Pink Lusitanica’. Rich pink flowers with rounded heads. Ht. 8 inches. Z4–8......... S1Q2.45
—‘Splendens’. Bright rose flowers with globular heads. May–June. Ht. 8 inches.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
ARTEMISIA — Wormwood (Sun)
arborescens ‘Powis Castle’. Shrubby plant with lacy gray foliage. 2-3 feet. Z6–9......... V1Q 2.45
schmidtiana ‘Silver Mound’. Foliage is fern like and silver-gray and has a mounding
habit. Ht. 8–10 inches. Z4–8..................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
ARUM — Italian Arum (Shade)
italicum ‘Pictum’. Broad spear-shaped leaves marbled with veins of gray. Stout stalks
support columns of orange-red berries in summer. Ht. 12 inches. Z5–8................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
ARUNCUS — Goatsbeard (Partial Shade)
aethusifolius. Creamy white spikes on ferny foliage. Excellent fall foliage. June–July.
Ht. 10–12 inches. Z4–9.............................................................................................. S1Q2.45
• dioicus. Creamy white plumes on feathery foliage. June–July. 4–5 feet. Z4–9............... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
ASARUM — Ginger (Shade)
• canadense. Grown for its beautiful heart shaped leaves. Appropriate near water and in
damp woodland settings. Performs best in slightly acidic, organic-rich soil. Spring.
Ht. 4–10 inches. 12–24 inch spread. Z4–6................................................................ V1Q 5.00
 splendens ‘Quicksilver’. (Asian Wild Ginger). This fantastic Asian ginger has large dark green
leaves heavily adorned with silvery mottling throughout. Its rhizomatous habit
makes it even more desirable as groundcover for moist woodland conditions with
light shade. Ht. 8–12 inches. Spread 10-12 inches. Z6–9.......................................... V1Q 5.00
ASCLEPIAS — Butterfly Weed (Sun)
• incarnata. Rosy pink vanilla-scented flower clusters in July/Aug. Prefers medium-wet,
well drained soils. Attractive seed pods. Great for pollinators. Ht. 3-4 feet x 18-24”
wide. Z3–9.................................................................................................................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
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• —‘Ice Ballet’. Long-lasting pure white flowers. Summer. Ht. 3–4 feet. Spread 12-18”.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
• tuberosa. Clusters of bright orange-yellow flowers contrast its dark green linear foliage.
Prefers full sun, fertile well drained soil, drought tolerant. Magnet for Monarchs.
June-Sept. Ht. 2 feet. Z3–9......................................................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• —‘Gay Butterflies’. Shades of red, orange and yellow flowers from June-July. Native
Selection that is an ideal nectar source for all types of butterflies. Drought tolerant.
Deer resistant. Excellent cut. Ht. 24-30”. Z3-9.......................................................... S1Q2.45
ASTER — Michaelmas Daisy (Sun)
• cordifolius. Symphyotrichum cordifolium. (Blue Wood Aster). Clouds of dark to light
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blue flowers with yellow centers in fall. Good naturalizer under trees or in open
woods. Best in part shade with 3 or more hours of sun. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–9. ........... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
divaricatus. Eurybia divaricata. (White Wood Aster). Twiggy black stems with small
white flowers. Tolerates dry shade. Fall. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z3–8....................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon................................................................................................................... V1G 3.60
—‘Eastern Star’. Eurybia divaricata. White small flowers in September and October.
Shorter than the species, with mahogany stems. Average to dry soil. Shade–part
shade. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z3–8................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
ericoides ‘Snow Flurry’. Very low growing, forms a dense carpet and is smothered
with small single white flowers with gold centers in September. A strong grower
with a new look and use. Ht. 6 x 24”. Z5–8.............................................................. V1Q 2.45
laevis ‘Blue Bird’. (Smooth Aster). Stiffly arching stems to four feet tall are covered
with one-inch, violet-blue with yellow flowers from late summer into fall.
Clumping growth habit. Very disease resistant. Sun to part shade. Ht. 3–4 feet.
Z4–8. .......................................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon................................................................................................................... V1G 3.60
lateriflorus ‘Lady in Black’. Dark purple almost black lacy foliage, twiggy stems and
branches support lots of tiny pale lilac flowers with rosy stamens. September–
October. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–8....................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
novae angliae. Symphyotrichum novae angliae. (New England Aster). One of the tallest
and most magnificent of the native asters. Bright blue to pink to purple flowers with
orange center, from August late into fall. Important late season nectar source for
butterflies. Ht. 2–5 feet. Spread 2–3 feet. Z4–8......................................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Purple Dome’. Very compact growth habit. Deep purple. Fall. Ht. 18 inches.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
novi belgii. Symphyotrichum novi belgii. (New York Aster). Mid-Atlantic native of
moist to wet meadows. Flowers in shades of blue and purple starting in late August.
Full sun, average to moist soil. Cut back early for compact habit. Ht. 3–4 feet.
Spread 3 feet. Z4–8..................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
oblongifolius ‘October Skies’. Medium blue flowers on bushy 18 inch foliage.
Excellent groundcover potential. Full sun, adaptable to any soil condition. Fall.
Z5–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Raydon’s Favorite’. Medium blue fine textured single ray flowers in September.
Drought tolerant and tough. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8........................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
spectabilis. Eastern Showy Aster. Violet bloom with yellow center in fall. This native
aster does well in dry, sandy soils and is found growing in open woods, fields, or
along roadsides. Sun. Ht. 12-24 inches. Z4-8............................................................V 1Q 2.45
tataricus ‘Jindai’. Large deep green foliage and stout flower stems produce clusters of
sky blue single flowers from early September thru October. This is a vigorous,
stoloniferous plant shorter than the species. Ht. 4–5 feet. Z5–8................................ V1G 3.60
• ‘Woods Light Blue’. Clear blue single flowers with golden centers. Fall.
Ht. 12 inches. Z5–8.............................................................................................V1Q 2.45
• ‘Woods Pink’. Pale pink flowers with light yellow centers. Mildew and rust resistant.
Fall. 12 inches. Z5–8................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
• ‘Woods Purple’. Deep purple single flowers with golden centers. Mildew and rust
resistant. Fall. Ht. 12 inches. Z5–8............................................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
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Key:
ASTILBE — False Spiraea (Partial Shade)
arendsii ‘Bridal Veil’ (Brautschleier). White. Mid June. Ht. 2 feet. Z4–8.................... V1G 3.60
—‘Erika’. Clear bright pink. Long slender plumes. Late June. Ht. 3 feet. Z4–8............ V1G 3.60
—‘Fanal’. Deep blood red. June. Ht. 30 inches. Z4–8................................................... V1G 3.60
chinensis ‘Pumila’. Purplish rose. Good groundcover. July–August. Ht. 12–15 inches.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Purple Candles’ (Purpurkerze). Deep purple red plumes are narrow and very
upright. Bold form. One of the best tall, late Astilbes. July. Ht. 3 feet. Z4–8............ V1G 3.60
—‘Visions’. Luscious upright raspberry red sturdy plumes. Deep green sweetly scented
foliage. July. Ht. 15 inches. Z4–8............................................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Vision in Pink’. PP11860. Clear pink blooms. July. 20–30 inches. Z4–9................ V1G 5.00
—‘Vision in Red’. PP11965. Deep red buds open to pinkish-red blooms. Stems are
red above bronze-green foliage. July. Ht. 1.5–2 feet. Z4–9......................................... V1G 5.00
—‘Vision in White’. PP#18965. Thick, fragrant, pure white plumes over thick,
coarse, dark green foliage. Blooms in July/ August Ht. 20 inches. Z4-9....................V 1G 5.00
japonica ‘Deutschland’. White. Early June. Ht. 2 feet. Z4–8........................................ V1G 3.60
—‘Peach Blossom’. Soft salmon pink. June. Ht. 2 feet. Z4–8....................................... V1G 3.60
—‘Red Sentinel’. Scarlet red. June. Ht. 2 feet. Z4–8..................................................... V1G 3.60
—‘Rheinland’. Rose pink. Early June. Ht. 2 feet. Z4–8................................................. V1G 3.60
simplicifolia ‘Henny Graafland’. Rose pink. Shiny dark green foliage. July.
Ht. 15 inches. Z4–8.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Inshriach Pink’. Pink flowers with bronze foliage. July. Ht. 12 inches. Z4–8........... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Snow Drift’. Clear white. July. Ht. 22 inches. Z4–8................................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Sprite’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1994. Pale pink with dark
foliage. July. Ht. 10 inches. Z4–8............................................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
thunbergii ‘Ostrich Plume’ (Straussenfeder). Rich coral pink and pendulous. June.
Ht. 3 feet. Z4–8.......................................................................................................... V1G 3.60
‘Younique Carmine’. PP#97747. A low mound of lacy green foliage, topped by
fuchsia-red plumes in early to mid-summer. Ht. 16-20 inches. Z4-9....................... V 1G 5.00
BAPTISIA — False Indigo (Sun/Light Shade)
• leucantha ‘Alba’. Small round white flowers on 12-18” racemes in June Charcoal gray
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stems. Drought tolerant. Deer resistant. Excellent cut. Ht. 2-3 feet. Z3-8................. V1G 3.60
australis. 2010 PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR. Upright habit, small
round blue flowers. Prefers moist, well drained-dry soils with low nutrient levels.
May/June. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8. .................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Carolina Moonlight’. Creamy yellow spikes of pea-shaped flowers. Very tough and
adaptable. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8. In 1 gallon:.................................................................... V1G 5.00
‘Purple Smoke’. A very vigorous plant with charcoal green stems and giant flower
heads of dusty purple. May–June. Ht. 3–4 feet. ........................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
sphaerocarpa. Bright, buttery yellow flowers on blue-green foliage. Very sturdy stems.
Drought tolerant. July. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–8. In 1 gallon:............................................ S1G3.60
— ‘Screaming Yellow’. Brilliant golden yellow flower spikes in May-June. Dark green
foliage. Compact, rounded habit. Drought and deer resistant. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–8.
In 1 gallon:...........................................................................................................V1G 5.00
‘Solar Flare Prairieblues™’. PP20408. Blooms emerge lemon-yellow and age to a
unique orange -violet blush. Flower spikes rise well above the blue-green foliage.
Ht. 30-36 inches. Z3-9...............................................................................................V 1G 5.00
BEGONIA — Hardy Begonia (Partial Shade)
grandis. Pale pink flowers, reddish buds. July until frost. 18–24”. Z6–9. In 1 gallon:... S1G3.60
—‘Alba’. White form of the above. Z6–9. In 1 gallon:................................................... S1G3.60
Key:
BELAMCANDA — Blackberry Lily (Sun) (Iris Domestica)
chinensis. Orange flowers with foliage similar to Iris. July–August. 2–3 feet. Z5–10..... S1Q2.45
BERGENIA — (Partial Shade)
ciliata. Big bold dark green leaves pubescent to coarsely hairy on both sides. Clear
pink to white flowers. Early spring. Ht. 12 inches. Z5–9........................................... S1G5.00
cordifolia. Pink flowers and glossy, evergreen, heart shaped leaves. Good groundcover.
April–May. Ht. 12 inches. Z5–8................................................................................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
—‘Rotblum’. Red flowering form of the above. Z5–8.................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
—‘Winter Glow’ (Winterglut). Bright red flower clusters in early until late spring.
Glossy, heart-shaped leaves, with dramatic reddish-bronze color in fall and winter.
Ht. 12–15 inches. Spread 12 inches. Z5–8................................................................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
BOLTONIA — (Sun/Partial Shade)
• asteroides. (Thousand-flowered Aster) Native to the eastern U.S. Typically occurs in
wet prairies, wet meadows, marshes, and stream banks. White flowers explode into
bloom in late summer. Lives up to its common name. Ht. 3–6 feet. Z4–8............... V1Q 2.45
• —‘Pink Beauty’. Profusion of small pink aster-like flowers. August–October.
Ht. 4–5 feet. Z4–8...................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
• —‘Snowbank’. Pale lilac to white tiny daisy flowers. August–October. 4–5 feet. Z4–8.V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
BRUNNERA — Siberian Bugloss (Shade).
Sky-blue forget-me-knot flowers. Mid to late spring. Deer resistant. Moist rich soils.
macrophylla. Clear blue. Dark green, heavy textured foliage. May–June. 15 inches.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
— ‘Dawson’s White’. Heart-shaped green leaves boldy edged with creamy-white.
This is a choice collector’s plant. Ht. 12-16 inches. Z4-8........................................... V1Q 3.25
—‘Jack Frost’. PP13859. PPA Plant of the Year 2012. Heart-shaped leaves with silver
overlay and green veins and edges. The leaves increase in size from spring to
summer. Ht. 12–15 inches. Z3–8..........................................................................V 1G10.00
—‘Looking Glass’. PP17829. A solid silver leaf sport of the very popular B. ‘Jack Frost’.
The shimmering leaves will dazzle in any shade garden. Height 12–15 inches,
with 12–15 inch spread. Z3–8. .................................................................................. V 1G10.00
— ‘Sea Heart’. PPAF. An improved B. ‘Jack Frost’ with larger heart-shaped leaves
with more pronounced variation and more heat tolerant. Ht. 14-16 inches. Z3-8.... V1G 7.50
— ‘Silver Heart’. PPAF. An improved Brunnera ‘Looking Glass’ with almost solid
silver foliage and narrow green veins. More vigorous and heat tolerant. Ht. 14-16
inches. Z3-8................................................................................................................ V1G 7.50
CALAMINTHA — Calamint (Sun)
nepetoides. Compact growth habit. Long cymes with a multitude of tiny white to
lilac flowers. June–October. A good alternative to Lavandula. Ht. 15 inches.
Z5–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
CALLISIA — (Partial Shade)
• rosea ‘Morning Grace’. AKA. Tradescantia.Wonderful rock garden plant. Narrow
medium green leaves with three-petaled rose-pink flowers. May-August. Attractive
to pollinators. Prefers moist, rich acidic soils in part shade. Ht. 8-10 inches.
Z6-10.......................................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 4.00
CAMASSIA — Quamash (Partial Shade/Shade)
• quamash. American Wild Hyacint. Violet- blue flowers on 18 inch. stems in
April- May. Excellent naturalizer. Deer resistant. Grows in moist meadows and on
grassy slopes. Tolerates wet / soggy soil. Ht. with flower 18 inches. Z4-8.................V 1G 5.00
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Key:
CAMPANULA — Bell Flower (Sun/Partial Shade)
persicifolia ‘Alba’. Single large white flowers. June. Ht. 2 feet. Z3–9........................S1Q2.45
—‘Telham Beauty’. Single sky blue flowers. June Ht. 2 feet. Z3–9..........................S1Q2.45
poscharskyana ‘Blue Waterfalls’ or ‘Camgood’. PP13161. Profuse dark blue
flowers. May-August. Tolerant of dry shade. Ht. 8–10 inches. Spreads to 2 feet.
Z4–7....................................................................................................................V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:...........................................................................................................V1G 4.00
• rotundifolia. (Harebell) Large, blue bell shaped flowers in June–July. Native wildflower.
Sun–part shade, well-drained soils. 12 inches. Z3–9.................................................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:...........................................................................................................S1G3.60
CARYOPTERIS — Bluebeard (Sun)
clandonensis ‘Dark Knight’. The deepest blue. July–September. 30-36”. Z5–9........... V1G 5.00
—‘Longwood Blue’. Rich blue flowers, silver foliage. July–September. Ht. 3–4 feet.
Z5–9............................................................................................................................ V1G 5.00
CASSIA — Wild Senna (Sun/pt. Shade) aka Senna Marilandica
• marilandica. Yellow flowers on deeply cut leaves. Excellent choice for open woods and
moist meadows. Drought tolerant. Thrives in clay. July–August. Ht. 4 feet. Z4–9.... S1G3.60
CERASTIUM — Snow in Summer (Sun)
tomentosum ‘Yoyo’. White silvery foliage. White flowers. Good groundcover with
stone. May. Ht. 6 inches. Z4–9.................................................................................. S1Q2.45
CERATOSTIGMA — Leadwort (Sun/Light Shade)
plumbaginoides. Excellent groundcover. Bright blue flowers from June until frost.
Foliage turns a nice red in the fall. Ht. 8–12 inches. Z5–9........................................ V1Q 2.45
CHELONE — Turtlehead (Sun/Partial Shade)
Tubular flowers resemble little turtles with open mouths. Appropriate near
water and in damp woodland settings. Grow in fertile, humus-rich soil
• glabra. White flowers on dark green foliage. Late summer. Ht. 2–4 feet. Spread 1-2’.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• lyonii ‘Hot Lips’. Pink flowers on glossy dark green foliage. Dark purple stems and
leaf petioles. Late summer. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–7........................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• — ‘Tiny Tortuga’. PPAF. Compact form of C. Hotlips. Glossy dark green foliage
with reddish stems and hot pink flowers. Strong branching habit producing loads
of blooms in late summer/ fall. Deer and disease resistant. Ht. 12-15 inches. Z4-9. V 1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 4.00
CHRYSOGONUM — Green and Gold Star (Shade/Partial Shade)
• virginianum. Native low-growing groundcover with star shaped, yellow flowers in
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spring and fall. Native to rich woods in southeastern U.S. Best in part shade to
heavy shade and moist rich soils. Ht. 6-10 inches. Spread 18–24 inches. Z5–9........ V1Q 2.45
—‘Allen Bush’. Short and hairy foliage. Yellow flowers. May. Ht. 8 inches. Z5–9......... V1Q 2.45
—var. australe. Deep green glossy foliage. Yellow flowers. May. Ht. 3–6”. Z5–9.......... V1Q 2.45
—‘Pierre’. Compact and low growing with a light green foliage and golden,
flowers in spring. Long blooming and evergreen in mild winters. Ht. 3-6 inches
x 12” wide. Z5–9.................................................................................................V 1Q 2.45
—Superstar. Deep green, semi evergreen foliage is topped with golden flowers in mid
to late spring. Sun with moisture/partial shade. Ht. 6-8 inches. Spread 24 inches.
Z5-9............................................................................................................V.............. 1Q2.45
CIMICIFUGA — SEE ACTAEA
Key:
COREOPSIS — (Sun)
Well drained soils with average-dry moisture.
• auriculata ‘Nana’. Dark green foliage with yellow flowers. Drought tolerant.
Late spring/early summer. Ht. 8 inches. Z5–9........................................................... V1Q 2.45
•‘Full Moon’ Big Bang™. PP19364 . Large, canary yellow flowers reach a full 3 inches
across. Good mounding habit and compact form. Great cut. Butterflies.
Ht. 18–24 inches. Z5–9.............................................................................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• grandiflora ‘Early Sunrise’. Golden yellow semi-double flowers. May–July.
Ht. 18–24 inches. Z5–9.............................................................................................. S1Q2.45
• —‘Sunray’. Double golden yellow flowers. June–July. Ht. 12–15 inches. Z5–9........S1Q2.45
• ‘Jethro Tull’. PP18789. A natural cross between C. ‘Zampfir’ and C. ‘Early Sunrise’.
Single brilliant golden flowers with fluted petals. April-May. Ht. 12–18 inches.
Spreads 18-24 inches. Z5–10. .................................................................................... S1Q2.95
•‘Red Satin’. (Permathread™ PPAF). Sturdy stems, fine thread leaf foliage and deep-red
flowers all summer. Sun. Ht. 15-18 inches. Spread 18-22 inches. Z5-9....................V 1Q 2.95
• ‘Red Shift’. PP20412. Large flowers starting out a creamy yellow with red center.
With cooler temperatures the red color slowly bleeds into the creamy yellow petals.
Nice mounding habit. Best in moist, well drained soil. Ht. 24–36 inches. Z5–9...... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• rosea ‘American Dream’. Pink flowers on dark needlelike foliage. All summer.
Ht. 15 inches. Z4–8.............................................................................................V1Q 2.45
• —‘Sweet Dreams’. PP12720. Another Blooms winner. Bicolor flowers. White ray petals
with raspberry base surrounding yellow centers. Needlelike foliage. Ht. 18–24 inches.
Z4–8. .......................................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
• ‘Route 66’. PP 20609. Yellow tickseed flowers painted with a ring of burgundy around
the crown that bleeds out to tips of each petal. Dramatic color transition in fall and
remains until frost. 24 inches. Z5–8........................................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• ‘Sienna Sunset’. PP 20470. Light orange flowers decorate any sunny perennial border in
early summer, well into fall. Flowers fade to a rich salmon color as the season
progresses. Arching habit. Shearing promotes rebloom. Ht. 16–20 inches. Z5–9..... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• ‘Tequila Sunrise’. PP9875. Orange-yellow daisies rise above attractive varigated
foliage. June–July. Ht. 15 inches. Z5–8...................................................................... V1Q 2.45
•tinctoria (Plains Coreopsis). This North American native plant displays yellow
flowers with red centers. Suited for informal naturalized settings. Good for erosion
control. Mid summer season nectar plant. Freely self-seeds in optinmum
conditions. Sun-partial shade. 24-48 inches tall x 12-18 inches wide. Z2-11............V 1Q 2.45
• tripteris. Lemon yellow flowers with black eye on very strong 6–8 foot stems. July–
September. Z5–8......................................................................................................... S1G3.60
• verticillata ‘Creme Brulee’. PP16096 Blooms of Bressingham. A more vigorous version
of ‘Moonbeam’ that fills in faster in the spring and has larger flowers that occur all
along the stem rather than just above the foliage, giving a fuller overall appearance.
Ht. 18–24 inches. Z5–8.............................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
• — ‘Mayo Clinic Flower of Hope’ aka ‘Electric Avenue’, PPAF. Large, electric
yellow flowers over compact dark green foliage. Celebrating 150 years of service to
humanity, the Mayo Clinic has selected this Coreopsis as the Mayo Clinic Flower
of Hope™ to symbolize the spirit of hope and healing through the beauty of nature.
Ht.18-24 inches. Z5-9.................................................................................................V 1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:............................................................................................................V1G 5.00
• —‘Moonbeam’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1992. Dark green
needlelike foliage. Pale yellow flowers bloom all summer. Ht. 15 inches. Z5–8......... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.95
• —‘Zagreb’. Very compact and dense foliage. Golden yellow flowers bloom all summer.
Ht. 12-18 inches. Z5–8.............................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:............................................................................................................V1G 3.95
CORYDALIS — Yellow Bleeding Heart (Partial Shade)
lutea. Dense mounds of ferny foliage. Yellow flowers similar in shape to Dicentra
eximia. Very drought tolerant. All summer. Ht. 15 inches. Z5–8.............................. S1Q2.45
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CROCOSMIA — (Sun)
‘Lucifer’. Bright red. Narrow grassy leaves. June–August. Ht. 3 feet. Z6–9.................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
CYCLAMEN — (Light Shade)
hederifolium. Possibly the best Cyclamen for the garden. Dark pink to white flowers
appear in September to October. Leaves resemble ivy and are dark to pale green
with patterns of whitish markings, appearing with or shortly after the flowers. An
outstanding plant for dry shade with good drainage and alkaline soils. Z6–9............ S1Q2.95
DELOSPERMA — Ice Plant (Sun)
Tolerant of heat and drought. Thrives in full sun with good drainage. Doesn’t like
winter wet feet.
cooperi. Rose purple flowers with white centers. Fleshy foliage with procumbent
growth habit. Good drainage a must. Rock gardens. May–June. Ht. 6 in. Z6–9......V 1Q 2.45
dyeri. Ground hugging succulent leaves form a tight mat. Dark orange to red flowers
in summer. Best in gritty, well-drained soils. Ht. 2 inches. Spread 12 inches. Z5–8..V1Q 2.45
‘Fire Spinner®’. Glossy apple green foliage, remaining green in the winter with a
bronze cast. Flowers in spring and early summer with centers of hot pink
surrounded by orange petals. Flowering sporadic throughout the summer.
Ht. 1-2 inches. Spread 12-18 inches. Z5-10.............................................................. V 1Q 2.45
floribundum ‘Starburst’. Very clear pink flowers with white centers on shiny deep
green almost metallic looking foliage. Excellent for the rock garden. May–June.
Ht. 6 inches. Z6–9...................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
herbeum. (White Ice Plant) This southern African native produces an impressive
display of white blooms all summer long on a low, creeping succulent plant. Perfect
for rock gardens and very dry, poor soils. Ht. 4–6 inches. Z5–10.............................. V1Q 2.45
‘Mesa Verde’. A marvelous new salmon flowering ice plant from the Denver Botanic
Gardens. Perfect as groundcover for a hot dry site. May–June. Ht. 2 inches. Z4–8.. V1Q 2.45
nubigenum ‘Basutoland’. (Yellow Ice Plant). A mat forming species excellent for the
rock garden or over a wall. Very hardy. One inch rayed yellow flowers. May–June.
Ht. 2-4 x 18 inches wide. Z5–9.................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
DELPHINIUM — Tall Larkspur (Sun/Part Shade)
• exaltatum. Tall Larkspur is native to Pennsylvania and the Mississippi Valley. Large
numbers of lavender flowers appear in June on branched flower stems. Leaves
are deeply divided. Plants grow to 3-6 feet. Z4–8....................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
DENDRANTHEMA — Chrysanthemum (Sun)
‘Sheffield’. Peach pink single daisy flower. Excellent growth habit. September–
November. Ht. 24-36 inches. Z5-9............................................................................. V1G 3.60
DIANTHUS — Pinks (Sun/Partial Shade)
‘Early Bird™ Frosty’. Exceptionally early, long-flowering and fragrant. Low, grassy,
blue-green foliage and double snow-white flowers, appearing early spring and lasting
through summer. Drought tolerant once established. Ht. 4-6 inches. Z5-9.............. V 1Q 2.45
gratianopolitanus ‘Bath’s Pink’. Small lavender pink flowers. June. A Georgia Gold
Medal winner. Ht. 6 inches. Z4–9.............................................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Firewitch’ (Feuerhexe). PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2006.
Spreading, low growing form with deep blue green foliage and magenta flowers.
Ht. 6 inches. Z4–8...................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Tiny Rubies’. Pink flowers on mats of turf-like foliage. June. Ht. 4 inches. Z4–8.... V1Q 2.45
x allwoodii ‘Frosty Fire’. Makes a tight mound of very silvery blue foliage, topped in
spring with bright cherry red, fragrant flowers. Summer and fall re-blooming if
dead-headed. Tolerant of heat and humidity. Sun. Ht. 6”. Spread 15”... Z4–8......... V1Q 2.45
Key:
DICENTRA — Bleeding Heart (Sun/Shade)
• eximia. Fern like foliage combines with dainty heart shaped flowers. Best in fertile,
humus-rich, well drained soil. Shade/Part shade. June–September. Ht. 12–18”.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.95
In 1 gallon:................................................................................................................ S1G5.00
formosa ‘Luxuriant’. Cherry red flowers on top of blue green ferny foliage. Well
drained, rich moist soils. Fern leaved, Bleeding Heart. May. Ht. 12–15 inches.
Z4–8. In 1 gallon:..................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
spectabilis. Pink heart shaped flowers. May. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8........................................ V1G 3.60
—‘Alba’. White form of the above. Z3–8........................................................................ V1G 3.60
DIGITALIS — Foxglove (Sun/Partial Shade)
grandiflora. One of the hardier, more cold tolerant Foxglove. Flowers yellow with
brown spots.Will rebloom in early autumn with dead heading. June–July. Ht. 2–3
feet. Z4–8.................................................................................................................... S1Q2.45
ferruginea ‘Gigantea’. (Rusty Foxglove). Yellow to yellow/red rust brown veined
flower bells on black stems. June–July. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8........................................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
mertonensis. Shiny, deep green leaves. Showy red flowers. June–July. Ht. 3 ft. Z4–8....S 1Q 2.45
purpurea ‘Alba’. White bell shaped flowers. June–July. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
—Excelsior Hybrids. Large flowering pink shades. June–July. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8....... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
—‘Foxy’. (Dwarf Foxglove). This compact selection produces flowers of soft pastel
shades, from cream to pink to rose in early summer. Flowers the first year from
seed. Best in rich, moist soil in sun to part shade. Ht. 2.5 feet. Z4–8........................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
— ‘Snow Thimble’. The first pure, snow-white flowering seed strain among foxgloves.
Low rosettes of leaves in the first year, bursting into flower the second spring, then
setting seed. Best in a rich, moist soil. Ht. 3-4 feet. Spread 12-18 inch. Z4-9...........V 1Q 2.45
DORONICUM — Leopard’s Bane (Sun/Light Shade)
orientale ‘Magnificum’. Single yellow daisy flowers. April–May. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–7..S1Q2.45
—‘Little Leo’. Bright yellow 2.5–inch semi-double daisy-like flowers. April–May.
Ht. 12–15 inches. Z4–8.............................................................................................. S1Q2.45
ECHINACEA — Purple Cone Flower (Sun)
Plant in ordinary, well drained soil. Tolerates hot, dry conditions. Great attraction for
butterflies.
Big Sky™ Series. This new series of Echinaceas, a cross between E. purpurea and E.
paradoxa, comes from Itsaul Nurseries in Atlanta, GA.
• ‘Harvest Moon™’. PP17652. Wide, golden, overlapping reflexed rays. Orange
cone. Rose-like fragrance. Well-branched and stocky with many flowers.
Drought tolerant. Summer. Ht. 24–30 inches, spreads 18–24 inches. Z4–9........ V1G 5.00
•‘Sunrise’™. PP16235. Citron-yellow rays and golden cone, with a rose-like
fragrance on fuller-toothed leaves and wider flower petals. Well branched, stocky
and vigorous grower. 30–36 inches; spread Ht. 18–24 inches. Z5–9. In 1 gallon..V1G 5.00
•‘Sundown’™. PP17659. Broad petals in varying shades of orange and rose with a
deep orange cone. Ht. 30–36 inches. Z5–9. In 1 gallon:...................................... V1G 5.00
• hybrida ‘Cheyenne Spirit’. Delightful mix of flower colors from rich purple, pink,
red and orange tones to lighter yellows, creams and whites. Well branched, durable
plant. Ht. 24 inches. Z4-9..........................................................................................S 1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• ‘Flame Thrower’. PP21932. This reliable rebloomer has two-toned orange and yellow
flowers that are hot, hot, hot! Here’s a fragrant choice that is easy to grow and
blooms all summer. Sun. Ht. 40 inches. Z4–9........................................................... V1G 7.50
• ‘Hot Summer’. PP20687. New introduction for 2010. This is a breathtaking plant.
The flowers emerge yellow and then darken to red as they mature, leaving a
beautiful kaleidoscope of color on one plant. June–September. Ht. 36”. Z4–8......... V1G 7.50
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•pallida. Narrow, drooping petals hug orange-brown cones in summer. Deep taproot
makes this adaptable to hot, dry conditions. Found in any dry meadows, and open
woods. Tolerant of humidity and poor soils. Self-seeds. Ht. 3-4’ x 18” wide. Z3-10.S 1Q 2.45
• ‘Pixie Meadowbright’TM. PP18546. Floriferous, compact E. tennesseensis hybrid
from Chicagoland Grows. Upward-facing soft pink flowers in summer. Ht.
24–30 inches. Z4–9..............................................................................................V1G 7.50
• ‘Pow Wow White’. Super showy variety produces an abundance of color-packed
blooms. Ideal choice for beds, borders, and cutting beds. Ht. 18-24” x 12-16” wide.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
• ‘Pow Wow Wild Berry’. This AAS 2010 Flower Award Winner has deep rose-purple
ray petals and dark reddish-purple center cones. The flowers are 3 to 4 inches wide
and retain their color longer than other Coneflowers. Bushy, lower growing selection.
Long flowering without deadheading. Ht. 24 inches. Z3–9....................................... S1Q2.45
• purpurea. Rose pink flowers all summer. Butterfly magnet. Very drought tolerant.
Easy to grow in average to dry soils. Sun. Ht. 2-3 feet. Z4–8.................................... S 1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• —‘Doubledecker’. Rose purple flowers; by the second year of blooming, have twin
flowers emanating from the cone of the mother flower. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–8.............. S 1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• —‘Kim’s Knee High’. PP12242. A shorter, more compact version of Purple Cone
Flower that retains its identity by vegetative propagation. High energy Kim Hawks
of NicheGardens is responsible for selecting this beauty. Grows to 2 feet. Z3–9.
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• —‘Magnus’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1998. A dazzling display
of rose-pink daisies with dark brown cone centers. July–September. Ht. 2–3 feet.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• —‘Rubinstern’ (Ruby Star). Intense, carmine-red colored blosoms attract butterflies
to the garden. July–September. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–8.................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• —‘White Swan’. Snowy white daisies with a coppery cone bloom in midsummer.
July–August. Ht. 24–36” x 18” wide. Z4–8............................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
ECHINOPS — Globe Thistle (Sun)
bannaticus ‘Blue Glow’. Intense blue flower heads. Summer. Ht. 3 feet. Z4–8............ S1Q2.45
EPIMEDIUM — Barrenwort. (Partial Shade/Shade)
Mostly evergreen, drought tolerant, competes well with tree roots, deer resistant. Best
in fertile humus rich well drained soil.
grandiflorum ‘Lilafee’. Lavender violet flowers and vigorous. May. Ht. 8-10” x 12-16”
wide. Z4–8.................................................................................................................. V1Q 3.00
perralchicum ‘Frohnleiten’. Yellow flowers. Dense habit. Nice red foliage markings in
the fall. May. Ht. 6-12 inches. Z5–8.......................................................................... V1Q 3.00
rubrum. Red flowers. Compact growth habit. May. Ht. 8-12 inches. Z5–8.................. V1Q 3.00
versicolor ‘Sulphureum’. Light yellow flowers. Excellent foliage. Evergreen.
May. Ht. 8-12 inches. Z5–8....................................................................................... V1Q 3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 7.50
warleyense. Copper colored flowers atop large green leaves with a reddish margin make
this hybrid barrenwort from Warley Garden (England) a must for dry shade.
Ht. 15 inches. Z5–8.................................................................................................... V1Q 3.00
—‘Orange Queen’. Evergreen mounds of dark green leaves, bearing sprays of
coppery-orange flowers in mid to late spring. Ht. 18 x 24” inches. Z4–8................. V1Q 3.00
— youngianum ‘Niveum’. White flowers. May. 6-8 inches. Z5–8................................ V1Q 3.00
ERIGERON — (Robin’s Plantain)
•pulchellus ‘Lynnhaven Carpet’. (Robin’s Plantain). Slowly spreading, easy to grow,
native groundcover. Lavender-white, daisy like flowers in spring. Great for erosion
control. Ht. 12-15 inches. Sun/pt. shade. Z5-9.......................................................... V1G 3.60
Key:
ERYNGIUM — Sea Holly (Sun)
planum ‘Blaukappe’. Intense blue flower heads. July–August. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–9....... S1Q2.45
• yuccifolium. (Rattlesnake-Master). Unique, eye-catching native plant for a dry and
sunny site. Leaves are arranged in a rosette that resembles Yucca. 4-5 ft. flower
stems, topped with thistle-like bluish silver flowers. Z5-9......................................... S 1G 3.60
EURYBIA — See Aster divaricata.
EUPATORIUM — (Sun/Partial Shade)
• coelestinum. (Conoclinium)(Hardy Ageratum). Fluffy sky blue flowers. Excellent
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cut. August–October. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–9.............................................................V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
dubium ‘Baby Joe’. PP20320. Cabernet colored flowers on bright green foliage.
Blooms midsummer to late fall. Excellent border plant due to its shorter height.
Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–9. In 1 gallon:................................................................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Little Joe’. (PP16122). A mutation of the popular Joe Pye Weed; grows only
4 feet tall. More appropriate for small gardens. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–9........................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
fistulosum. (Joe Pye Weed). Huge rounded mauve pink flowers from July to
September. Native to floodplains, meadows, moist thickets and roadsides.
Ht. 5–8 feet. Z4–8...................................................................................................... S1G3.60
hyssopifolium. Underutilized for larger installations on dry, hot, sunny sites. Flat top
white flower clusters on fine textured foliage bring to mind masses of white clouds.
Blooms late summer. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8................................................................... S1G3.60
maculatum ‘Gateway’. (Joe Pye Weed). Large rounded flower heads of purplish rose
on dark purple stalks. Leaf stems are deep purple. August. Ht. 5–7 feet. Z4–8......... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
rugosum ‘Chocolate’. (Ageratina altissima). Chocolate leaves with deep purple
stems and leaf petioles. Clusters of bright white flowers in September. Toxic to
people and animals. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8...............................................................V1Q 2.45
EUPHORBIA — Spurge (Sun/Partial Shade)
amygdaloides var. robbiae. Spreading evergreen rosettes that are an enticing, rich
green. Spires of flat yellow-green bracts add unique interest to a garden. It performs
best in loose, well drained humus-rich soil. Tolerant of many conditions including
sun, moist or dry shade or poor soils. May-June. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z5–7................ V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
‘Black Bird.’ PP17178. Compact, evergreen dark purple foliage with large clusters of
yellow-green flowers in spring. Great container or border plant. Best color in full
sun. Ht. 16-18 inches. Z6-9...................................................................................... V 1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
cyparissias ‘Fen’s Ruby’. A compact plant somewhat resembling a dwarf conifer. Its
stoloniferous habit makes it an excellent groundcover for well-drained soils. Useful
over rocks on a slope or in a container. Its foliage is fine textured, whorled and
deep bronze to ruby new growth. Small light green flowers in late spring.
Ht. 6–10 inches. Z6–8................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
martinii. A natural hybrid (E. amygdaloides x E. characias) spurge that is clump
forming and abundantly branched. Elongated upright flowers with light green
bracts appear on top of reddish-toned foliage in early spring. Mostly evergreen.
Ht. 12 inches. Z6–9....................................................................................................V 1Q 2.45
— ‘Ascot Rainbow’. PP21401. Striking greenish blue foliage with a yellow edge. The
foliage becomes flushed with shades of red, pink, and orange during cooler
months. Variegated green, lime, and cream flowers in the spring. Drought and
heat tolerant. Ht. 20 inches. Z6–9.............................................................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Rudolph’. PP17257. An evergreen perennial with charming winter interest. Bluegreen foliage which develops red accents as the weather cools. In the spring, sprays
of chartreuse and red flowers appear on this compact and worry-free perennial.
Ht. 18–24 inches. Spread 24 inches. Z6–9................................................................. V1Q 2.95
—‘Tiny Tim’. PP16930. (Tiny Tim Spurge). A compact martinii, growing to
10–12 inches in flower. Long-lived flowers with bright red centers set off by
chartreuse outside. Z6b–8. ......................................................................................... V1Q 2.95
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Key:
FARFUGIUM — Ligularia (Shade/Light Shade)
japonicum ‘Aureomaculatum’. The Leopard Plant. Bold shiny leaves spotted with
yellow dots. Tall stalks with abundant yellow daisy flowers in July. A tender
perennial. Ht. 2 feet. Z7–9......................................................................................... V1G 5.00
—‘Giganteum’. Similar to species, except for the giant size of each leaf; about 15
inches across. Leaves are so thick and glossy that they do not seem real. Yellow
daisy-like flowers on tall, branched flower stems in late summer. Ht. 3–4 feet.
Z8–10.......................................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
—‘Crispatum’. Wild, crested fans of gray foliage with pink highlights. Use as an
accent plant in containers. Grows to 2 feet with yellow daisy flowers. Ht. 2’. Z7–9.. V1G 5.00
FILIPENDULA — Meadowsweet (Sun/Partial Shade)
purpurea ‘Elegans’. Flowers white with red anthers. June–July. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–9...... V1G 3.60
• rubra ‘Venusta Magnifica’. Rose-red flower heads. July–August. Ht. 4–5 feet. Z4–9... V 1G 3.60
FRAGARIA — (Sun/Shade)
‘Lipstick’. An improved ornamental strawberry with luscious deep green foliage and
bright red flowers appearing from April to June. Grows to 8 inches in average
garden soil. Useful as groundcover or in containers as a trailing plant. Z3–8............. V1Q 2.45
GAILLARDIA — Blanket Flower (Sun)
• x grandiflora ‘Arizona Apricot’. Compact, ever-blooming selection with soft orange-
yellow tipped petals. Extremely heat tolerant, it’s a great choice for full sun, poor
soil sites. Z4-10........................................................................................................... S1Q2.45
• —‘Arizona Red Shades’. Dwarf, well branched variety that thrives in dry heat. Brick
red petals and a darker burgundy cone keep coming all summer. Ht. 10-12 inches.
Z3-10.......................................................................................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• —‘Arizona Sun’. Large, fiery red blooms, tipped by a ring of rich flame
yellow from June to September. Very compact and uniform growth habit. Requires
well drained soil and full sun. Drought, heat, and salt tolerant. Ht. 12–15 inches.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• —‘Mesa Yellow’. Flowers are 3 inches across with a butter cone center and
yellow petals. Compact and everblooming. Sun. Ht. 12-18 inches. Z5-10................ S1Q2.45
GALIUM — Sweet Woodruff (Aspercula odorata) (Part Shade/Shade)
odoratum. Fragrant white flowers.Vigorous groundcover for moist areas.
May. Ht. 6 inches. Z4–7............................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
GAURA — (Sun)
• lindheimeri ‘Siskiyou Pink’. Spikes of clear pink flowers on willowy stems. Flowers all
summer. Ht. 18-24 inches. Z6–9................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• —‘Whirling Butterfly’. Larger white flowers and dwarf form of the above. Flowers all
summer. Ht. 24-30. Z3–9........................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
GENTIANA — (Sun)
• ‘True Blue’. PP20433. Large 2 inch upward-facing true blue bell flowers from mid
summer to early fall. Blooms appear up and down stems. Best in ordinary soil with
even moisture. Ht. 15-20” x 12-24”. Z4-7................................................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
GERANIUM — Crane’s Bill (Sun/Part Shade)
‘Ann Folkard’. Golden yellow foliage emerges in the spring. Flowers are a rich purple
suffused with pink tinges and a black eye with black veins. A good weaver and
excellent rock garden plant. May–June. Ht 12-15 inches. Z4–7................................ V1G 5.00
‘Brookside’. True blue with white center. Flowers from May to midsummer and then
again from September until frost. Compact growth habit. Ht. 15–18 inches. Z4–7.V 1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
Key:
cantabrigiense ‘Berggarten’. A very pure mid pink. Excellent foliage. Great
groundcover. June. Ht. 12 inches. Z4–8..................................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Biokovo’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2015. Light pinkish white
flowers. Excellent shiny foliage which turns red in the fall. Great groundcover. June.
Ht. 12 inches. Z4–8.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Karmina’. Rich raspberry pink flowers. June. Ht. 12 inches. Z4–8........................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
‘Dilys’. A hybrid of G. sanguineum and G. procurrens. It forms mounds up to 10” in
height and 3 feet in spread. The flowers are a soft purple with deep veins. Weaves
in and around other plants or rocks. Good as groundcover, for hanging containers
or for hanging over walls. June–October. Z5–8.......................................................... V1Q 2.95
‘Johnson’s Blue’. Blue flowers. June. Ht. 15–18 inches. Spread 24-30 inches. Z4–8..... V1G 3.60
• maculatum. Pink to lavender flowers in spring. Bold green foliage. Great woodland
native. Ht. 12-18 inches. Z4–8. ................................................................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• —‘Espresso’. Introduced by Dale Hendricks of North Creek Nurseries. Chocolate
colored leaves and soft pink flowers in early June. Ht. 15 inches. Z4–8.................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
macrorrhizum ‘Bevan’s Variety’. Deep magenta. Tolerant of heat and humidity,
fragrant foliage, fall color. June–July. Ht. 12 inches. Z4–8......................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Ingwersen’s Variety’. Pale pink flowers. Tolerant of heat and humidity, fragrant
foliage, fall color. June–July. Ht. 12 inches. Z4–8....................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
‘Rozanne’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2008. PP12175. Long lasting
large violet blue flowers with white centers. May–frost. Ht. 18 inches.
Z5–8. In 1 gallon:....................................................................................................... V1G 6.00
sanguineum. Fine-textured dark green foliage, bearing a bright display of magenta
pink flowers in late spring, well into summer. Tolerant of a wide range of soil and
climate conditions, including hot, humid weather. Ht. 12 inches. Spread 18 inches.
Z4–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Album’. Pure white flowers. Prostrate habit. June. Ht. 8 inches. Z4–9...................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
— ‘Cedric Morris’. Large magenta pink flowers in spring; repeats in summer. Large,
finely divided leaves with nice fall color. Mounding habit. Ht. 12–15 inches. Z4–8.V 1Q 2.95
—lancastriense. Soft salmon pink flowers. Prostrate growth habit. June. Ht. 6 inches.
Z4–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.95
—‘Max Frei’. Carmine rose. May–July. Ht. 8 inches. Z4–9........................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
GEUM — (Sun/Partial Shade)
Best in average, well drained soil with medium moisture. Sensitive to winter wet feet.
coccineum ‘Borisii’. Bright orange flowers. Great fall foliage. May. 12 inches. Z5–7.... S1Q2.45
‘Blazing Sunset’. Large double scarlet-red flowers. A prolific bloomer that starts early
and keeps going all summer. Height with flower 24 inches. Z5–9............................. S1Q2.45
HELENIUM — Sneezeweed (Sun)
• autumnale ‘Mariachi Fuego™’. Dwarf Helenium with bright red and yellow bi-
color flowers. Plants remain compact and flowers are held nicely above the foliage,
excellent branching for continuous bloom midsummer to early fall. Ht. 16-20
inches. Spread 20-24inches. Z4-9. USPPP. Z4-9........................................................V 1G 5.00
• ‘Canary’. (Kanaria). Bright canary yellow. Often grown commercially as a cut flower.
July–September. Ht. 3ft. Z4–9.................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
• flexuosum ‘Tiny Dancer’. Great low-growing, floriferous native Sneezeweed.
Fringes of bright yellow petals look like hundreds of yellow-skirted dancers in
motion. Midsummer to fall. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z4–10............................................. V1Q 2.45
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• ‘Moerheim Beauty’. Mahogany red. Very floriferous. July until frost. Ht. 3 feet.
Z4–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• ‘Mardi Gras’. PP15124. Splashy yellow, orange, and red petals.
June–August. Ht. 36–40 inches. Z4–9....................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
HELIANTHUS — Perennial Sunflower (Sun)
• angustifolius ‘Gold Lace’. Golden yellow flowers on six-foot stems provide an
excellent contrast to a blue October sky. Narrow shiny leaves add texture.
Ht. 5–7 feet. Z6–10.................................................................................................... V1G 3.60
• ‘Lemon Queen’. A free flowering plant to brighten the late summer garden. Lots of
bright yellow single flowers from July till late September. Plant in dry not-so-fertile
soils. Ht. 5–7 feet. Z5–9............................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• salicifolius ‘First Light’. PP13150. Swamp Sunflower. An explosion of golden yellow
flowers from September through October on upright sturdy stems. Dark green,
fuzzy clumps of linear foliage. Native selection. Sun. Ht. 48 inches. Z5–9a.............. V1G 3.60
HELIOPSIS — False Sunflower (Sun)
• helianthoides. Ox-eye native sunflower found in flood, fields, and wood’s edge. Two-
inch golden yellow flowers June until August. Good naturalizer in dry or moist
conditions. Self sowing butterfly magnet. Birds love the seeds in fall. Ht. 4–5 feet.
Z5–9............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
• —‘Summer Nights’. Deep golden yellow flowers up to two inches in diameter, many
with mahogany centers, atop dark red stems and red-tinged foliage. Tall upright
clumping habit. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–9........................................................................... S1Q2.45
• —‘Sommersonne’ (Summer Sun). Golden yellow daisy flowers. July–September.
Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8...................................................................................................... S1Q2.45
HELLEBORUS — (Shade)
argutifolius. (Corsican Hellebore). Light green leaves are veined and coarsely toothed
along the margins. Shrubby. Flowers yellow green, cup shaped and nodding. March.
Ht. 2 feet. Z5–9.......................................................................................................... S1G7.50
foetidus. (Bear’s Foot Hellebore). Dark green, deeply lobed leaves. Evergreen. Pale green
cup-shaped flowers with purple margins and tips. March. Ht. 18 inches. Z5–9........ S1G7.50
— ‘Brandywine’™. This terrific seed collection from breeder David Culp boasts
a full range of colors including dark reds, spotted pinks, picotees, and apricots.
Ht. 12–18 inches. Z4–9.............................................................................................. S1G7.50
—‘Ivory Prince’ (Walhelivor). PP16199. Selected for its vigor and compact, upright
habit. Beginning late winter, burgundy-pink buds open up to outward-facing ivory
flowers that age to pink and eventually green. Evergreen blue-green foliage and dark
burgundy stems. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z 4–9. ............................................................... V1G 7.50
—‘Pine Knot Select’. Clear colors with less muddiness make these special.
Ht. 18 inches. Z5–9.................................................................................................... S1Q3.75
In 1 Gallon:................................................................................................................. S1G6.00
—‘Royal Heritage’. Wide variety of flower colors including shades of purples, reds,
near-blacks, whites, greens and pinks. Nodding, cup-shaped flowers to 2-inch
diameter from early February through April. Glossy, deeply cut, dark green,
evergreen leaves. Bloom period can be longer in mild winters. Ht. 18–24 in. Z4-9..S1G7.50
niger. (Christmas Rose). Large white flowers with orange-yellow anthers. January–
March. 14 inches. Z5–9.............................................................................................. S 1G10.00
HEMEROCALLIS — Daylily.
E: Early Blooming
M: Mid-blooming
L: Late-blooming
REDS
‘Pardon Me’. Cranberry red with chartreuse throat. Re-blooms. 3 inch bloom. ML.
Ht. 18 inches. Z3–9. In 1 gallon:.......................................................................... V1G 5.00
PINKS
‘Corryton Pink’. Pearl pink. 6.5 inch bloom. EM. Ht. 32 inches. Z3–9.................. V1G 5.00
‘Lullaby Baby’. Light pink. 3.5 inch bloom. EM. Ht. 20 inches. Z3–9................... V1G 5.00
Key:
‘Mini Pearl’. Blush melon pink self with yellow green throat. A fantastic multiple
bloomer with high bud count. Established plants bloom for more than
4 weeks. EM. Ht. 16 inches. Z3–9........................................................................ V1G 5.00
‘Rosy Returns’. PP9779. Large 4-inch bright rose flowers with a dark pink eye
and yellow throat on green foliage. June–frost. Re-blooms. Ht. 12–14 inches,
spread 18–24 inches. Z3–9.................................................................................... V1G 5.00
‘Strawberry Candy’. Strawberry pink with red eye. Very popular. Very reliable.
4.25 inch bloom. EM. Re-blooms. Ht. 26 inches. Z3–9...................................... V1G 5.00
LAVENDERS
‘Catherine Woodbury’. Lavender with green throat. 6 inch bloom. M. Ht. 30 in.
Z3–9....................................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
— ‘Purple de Oro’. Same dwarf habit as Stella de Oro but with a beautiful purple
shade. Midsummer to early fall. Ht. 12 inches. Z3-9................................................ V 1G 5.00
WHITES
‘Joan Senior’. Multiple AHS award winner! White 6 inch flowers with lime green
throats and recurved petals on 24 inch scapes. EM. Ht. 18-24 inches. Z3-9........ V1G 5.00
YELLOWS
‘Happy Returns’. The moon yellow version of ‘Stella de Oro’. All summer.
Ht. 12 inches. Z3–9............................................................................................... V1Q 3.00
In 1 gallon:............................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
‘Hyperion’. Pale yellow. 5 inch bloom. M. Ht. 32 inches. Z3–9............................... V1G 5.00
‘Mary Todd’. Yellow. 6 inch bloom. E. Ht. 22 inches. Z3–9..................................... V1G 5.00
‘Northfield’. Pale yellow. 5 inch bloom. M. Ht. 36 inches. Z3–9............................. V1G 5.00
‘Stella de Oro’. Golden yellow. 4 inch bloom. All summer. Ht. 12 inches. Z3–9..... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:............................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
HEUCHERA — Coral Bells (Partial Shade)
• americana. Native to the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, found in rich woods, rocky
slopes. Leaves are slightly ruffled, green with silver between the veins, becoming
reddish with cold weather. Pinkish-green flower spikes in May. Height 12 inches.
24–30 inches with flower. Z4–9................................................................................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.50
• —‘Dale’s Selection’. Excitingly variable silver and blue marbled foliage due to
being propagated from seed. An excellent drought tolerant groundcover.
Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8.................................................................................................... S1Q2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G5.00
•‘Blackout’. USPP#20613 (Coral Bells). Almost true black, glossy black leaves with
rounded edges. Cream colored flowers in summer. Ht. 12-18”. Z4-9. In 1 gallon:... V1G 6.00
• ‘Frosted Violet’. PP15085. Light pink flowers on large mounds of pink-purple foliage
with darker veining. Late spring. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8. In 1 gallon:.......................... V1G 5.00
• ‘Marmalade’. PP15945. COPF. Rich, shiny, undulating foliage ranging in color from
umber to deep sienna. Hot pink undersides. Showy all seasons, a great landscape
choice which performs well in both sun and shade. Ht. 10 inches, with flowers 16
inches. Spread 8–12 inches. Z4–9............................................................................... V1G 5.00
• ‘Melting Fire’. New curly leaves emerge firey red, at maturity foliage appears heavily
ruffled with deep maroon coloration. Ht. 18” when in bloom. Pt. shade/shade.
Z4-8........................................................................................................................... S 1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• micrantha ‘Palace Purple’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1991.
White flowers on large purple-bronze foliage. May. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8.................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• ‘Obsidian’. PP14836. Glossy jet black-maroon leaves darkening as season progresses.
Cream flowers in June/July. Vigor and consistant performance under a variety of
garden conditions make this a fool-proof choice. Sun/pt. shade. Ht. 24” with
flower. Z4-9................................................................................................................ V 1G 6.00
• ‘Plum Pudding’. Shiny, dark purple ruffled leaves with faint silver marbling. Pink
flowers in June–July. Ht. with flower 24 inches. Z5–9............................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
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• ‘Raspberry Regal’. Blue-green foliage. Dark red flowers in profusion. Great cut.
May. Ht. 12-18 inches, with flower 36 inches. Z3–8................................................. V 1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• sanguinea ‘Coral Petite’. The perfect solution to all your fairy garden needs!
Compact, ‘Coral Petite’ tops out at just 1’ tall - flowers included! Rich green leaves,
lightly frosted with white. In summer, airy crimson flowers emerge on wine colored
stems. Best in pt. shade. Z3-9......................................................................................V 1Q 2.45
• ‘Silver Scrolls’. PP12066. Metallic silver with dark bronze veining brings to mind
foliage that’s black and white. Ht. 8 inches; 24 inches in bloom. Z4–9..................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• ‘Snow Angel’. Mounds of creamy white and green mottled foliage with sprays of
rose-red flowers in early summer. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z4–8. In 1 gallon:.................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• ‘Southern Comfort’. PP20364. Large rounded leaves (each to 9” wide) emerge
cinnamon-peach but mature to burnished copper and amber and generally retains
good color throughout the growing season. Small white flowers in open, airy
panicles appear in summer. Ht. 10–14 inches; 18–22 inches with flower.
Sun–part shade. Z4–8................................................................................................. V1G 6.00
• ‘Stainless Steel’ PP23349. Metallic silver-green foliage with purple veins and
eggplant-purple undersides. Early spring foliage is almost pure silver, and large
white flowers appear in spring on chocolate brown stalks 18” above the foliage.
Best in moist well drained soil in pt. shade/ shade. Ht. 8-12 inches, Spread 12
inches. Z4-9................................................................................................................V 1G 5.00
• villosa ‘Autumn Bride’. Big, bold apple-green foliage. Very tough. Septemberflowering. Ht. 24 inches. Z3–8................................................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• —‘Brownies’. A villosa hybrid with chocolate colored foliage turning green with
purple undersides. White to cream flowers bloom in mid-summer. Robust and
easy to grow. Sun–part shade. Ht. 16 inches high and 20 inches wide. Z4–9............ V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• —‘Caramel’. PP16560. Vigorous clump-forming Coral Bells that features
apricot-colored foliage and light pink to cream-colored flowers on 15 inch scapes
in June–July. Leaves emerge golden yellow in spring, maturing to amber-apricotcaramel by summer. Best color in part afternoon shade. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z4–9.
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 6.00
• —‘Citronelle’. PP17934. A new, flashy sport of H. ‘Caramel’. Large-lobed, limeyellow leaves will draw attention in the garden! Strong grower, sun-tolerant.
Ht.10–15 inches. Spread 15–24 inches. Z4–9. In 1 gallon:....................................... V1G 6.00
• —‘Mocha’. PP18386. Stunning large rich purple leaves that deepen in summer sun.
Creamy white flowers July–October. Tolerant of heat, humidity. Best in sun with
some afternoon shade. Ht. 12–18 inches. Spread 18–24 inches. Z4–9...................... V1G 5.00
HIBISCUS — Rose Mallow (Sun)
• ‘Blue River II’. Large pure white flowers up to 10 inches. Deep green foliage with a
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blue cast. Late summer. 4–5 feet. Z5–9...................................................................... V1G 3.60
‘Kopper King’. PP10793. Copper colored maple cut leaves. 12 inch white flowers
with a bright red eye. Grows to over 3 feet. Asexual propagation prohibited. Z4–9.. V1G 5.00
‘Lady Baltimore’. Large deep pink flowers with a red eye, much more attractive than
it sounds. Deeply cut foliage. July–August. 4–5 feet.Z5–9......................................... V1G 3.60
‘Lord Baltimore’. Large, deep red flowers. Finely divided foliage creates a nice contrast
of textures. July–August. 4–5 feet. Z5–9..................................................................... V1G 3.60
moscheutos. (Swamp Rose Mallow).White (sometimes with red center) to pink
3–4 inch flowers August to September. Native, found in salt or bracken marshes,
ditches, and shallow water. Best in sun to part shade. 5–7 feet. Z5–8........................ V1G 3.60
HOSTA — Funkia (Shade)
‘Blue Angel’. Thick-substanced blue green leaves. Near white. 30 inches. Z3–9............ V1G 4.50
‘Blue Cadet’. Blue green heart-shaped leaves. Lavender. July. Ht. 15 inches. Z3–9........ V1G 4.00
‘Diamond Tiara’. A sport of H. Golden Tiara. Medium green leaves with white wavy
margins. Neat dense clump of variegated foliage with purple flowers on 27-inch
scapes mid to late summer. Ht. 14 inches. Spread 30 inches. Z3–9........................... V1Q 5.00
Key:
fortunei ‘Francee’. Heart shaped leaves with sharply contrasting white margins.
Lavender. July. Ht. 20 inches. Z3–9........................................................................... V1G 4.00
—‘Gold Standard’. Golden leaves with green margins. Lavender. July. Ht. 20 inches.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ V1G 5.00
‘Ginkgo Craig’. Small mounds of narrow-leafed foliage with white margins. Purple.
August. Ht. 10 inches. Z3–9....................................................................................... V1Q 2.95
‘Golden Tiara’. Light green with golden chartreuse border. Purple. August.
Ht. 14 inches. Z3–9.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.95
‘Guacamole’. Very fragrant almost-white flowers in summer complement the avocadogreen, darker-edged leaves. A sun-tolerant fast grower. Ht. 22 inches. With flower
36 inches. Z3–9.......................................................................................................... V1G 6.00
‘June’. Pointed leaves have gold centers with blue green margins. A sport of H.
‘Halcyon’. Light violet flowers in July on 20-inch scapes. Z3–9................................. V1G 5.00
‘Kabitan’. Narrow, dark green leaves with golden yellow center. Violet flowers in July.
Shade. Ht. 12 inches. Z2–8........................................................................................ V1G 7.50
‘Krossa Regal’. Powdery blue upright leaves form vase shaped clump. Lavender. July.
Ht. 3 feet. Z3–9.......................................................................................................... V1G 4.00
‘Patriot’. Very wide white margins. Lavender flowers. Ht. 20 inches. Z3–9................... V1G 5.00
‘Paul’s Glory’. An awesome plant. Brilliant gold leaves with a wide blue edge. A sport
of H. ‘Perry’s True Blue’. Light lavender flowers on 24 inch scapes in late spring.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ V1G 5.00
‘Royal Standard’. Deep green shiny leaves. Fragrant white flowers in late summer.
Ht. 3 ft. Z3-9.............................................................................................................. V1G 4.00
sieboldiana ‘Elegans’. Large blue round leaves of heavy texture. White flowers. June.
Ht. 30 inches. Z3–9.................................................................................................... V1G 4.00
—‘Frances Williams’. Large heavily corrugated leaves with blue green centers and
yellow margins. White flowers. June. Ht. 30 inches. Z3–9........................................ V1G 5.00
—‘Great Expectations’. Wide irregular margin of blue and green enveloping yellow
cream center. Leaves round, puckered and good substance. The inverse of H.
‘Frances Williams’. White flowers. June. Ht. 30 inches. Z3–9................................... V1G 6.00
—‘Halcyon’. One of the finest. Medium-sized clump of round blue leaves. ‘Halcyon’
holds its color well, is vigorous, and has good substance. Blue lavender flowers in
summer. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–9..................................................................................... V 1G 5.00
‘So Sweet’. Medium size dark green leaves with golden margin changing to creamy
white. Fragrant, near-white flowers in August. Ht. 22 inches. Z5–10........................ V1G 5.00
‘Sum and Substance’. Huge mound of thick-substanced, golden leaves that are the
largest of any hosta. Pale lavender. Late July. Ht. 36 inches. Z3–9............................. V1G 6.00
‘Zounds’. Brilliant gold foliage with near white flowers. Slug resistant. Late June.
Ht. 20 inches. Z3–9.................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
HYPERICUM — St John’s Wort (Sun)
calycinum. Large yellow flowers with showy stamens. Good groundcover. June–
August. Ht. 10 inches. Z5–9....................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Brigadoon’. (Aaron’s Beard). A golden leaf form of the already popular “St. John’s
Wort.” Yellow flowers. Good massed. Thrives in well-drained soils in part sun.
June–August. Ht. 15-18” full x 18-24” wide. Z5–7................................................... V1G 3.60
IBERIS — Hardy Candytuft (Sun/Light Shade)
sempervirens ‘Purity’. Attractive evergreen foliage becomes smothered with longlasting pure white flowers. Shows good tolerance to a wide range of soil conditions.
May. Ht. 10 inches. Z5–9........................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
ISOTOMA— (Sun/light Shade) aka Laurentia fluvilatilis
fluvatialis ‘Blue Star Creeper’. Great groundcover, for the woodland garden and
between stepping stones. 1” tall mat of round, green leaves and tiny light blue
flowers in spring. In a slightly moist site expect a 12-18” spread. Z5-10.................... V1Q 2.45
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IRIS — (Sun)
• cristata. (Dwarf Crested Iris). Blue violet flowers. Good groundcover for shady
situations. Prefers rich well drained soils that benefits from lime and organic
materials. April–May. Ht. 6-8 inches. Z5–8............................................................... V1Q 2.95
• —‘Tennessee White’. (Dwarf Crested Iris). Vigorous spreader and prolific bloomer.
White flowers with yellow crests in spring. Good groundcover for shady situations.
Ht. 6-8” x 12-24”. Z3-9............................................................................................. V1Q 2.95
domestica. See Belamcanda chinensis.
ensata. (Japanese Iris). An assortment with a wide spectrum of colors: blue, lavender,
violet, red, pink, white. June–July. 3 feet. Z4–9.......................................................... V1G 5.00
pseudacorus. (Water Iris) Yellow. Moist situations. May. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–9................ S1G3.60
sibirica ‘Caesar’s Brother’. Rich deep blue flowers. Old time favorite. June. Ht. 2 ft.
Z4–9............................................................................................................................ V1G 3.60
—‘White Swirl’. Solid white with swirl. June. Ht. 30 inches. Z4–9.............................. V1G 3.60
• versicolor. (Blue Flag Iris). Blue flowers. June. Ht. 3 feet. Z4–9..................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
KALIMERIS — Asteromoea (Sun/Some Shade)
incisa ‘Blue Star’. Pale blue daisy flowers that bloom all summer. Very tough and easy
to grow. Ht. 18 inches. Z5–9...................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
integrifolia ‘Daisy Mae’. An easy to grow, low maintenance, everblooming compact
plant with white, single daisy flowers over deep green foliage throughout the
summer. Ht. 24 inches. Z5–9..................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
KIRENGESHOMA — Yellow Wax Bells (Partial Shade)
palmata. Multiple stemmed bush with large palmate leaves. Cymes on nodding
branches with bell shaped yellow flowers. Another great foliage plant. Late summer.
Ht. 3 feet. Z5–8.......................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
koreana. A bit taller than palmata with flower stems more erect. Flowers somewhat
softer yellow than palmata. Blooms late summer. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z5–8....................... V1G 5.00
KNAUTIA — (Sun/Partial Shade)
macedonica ‘Mars Midget’. Ruby red flowers for the entire growing
season. Compact and dwarf. Ht. 15 inches. Z5–9...................................................... S1Q2.45
LAMIUM — (Partial Shade/Shade)
maculatum ‘Beacon Silver’. Silver leaves with narrow green edges. Groundcover.
Pink flowers. April. Ht. 8 inches. Z4–9...................................................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Purple Dragon’. P15890. Rich purple flowers and bright silvery foliage;
excellent compact groundcover in moist, well-drained soils. Ht. 4–8 in. Z3–8....... V1Q 2.45
—‘Shell Pink’. Pink flowers on silver foliage. May. Ht. 6 inches. Z4–9......................... V1Q 2.45
—‘White Nancy’. White flowers on silver foliage. Ht. 6 inches. Z4–9.......................... V1Q 2.45
LAVANDULA — Lavender (Sun)
angustifolia ‘Hidcote’. Aromatic deep purple flowers. Silver foliage with compact
habit. Evergreen. June. Ht. 12-18 inches. Z5–9......................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Munstead’. Compact, mounding gray foliage and fragrant rich lavender-blue
flower spikes. Used in perfumes, sachets, oils. Late spring to summer. Ht. 12-18
inches. Z5-9................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
intermedia ‘Grosso’. Huge dark violet flower heads. June. Ht. 30 inches. Z5–9........... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Provence’. Bushy globular growth habit. Dark violet flowers. June. Ht. 3 ft. Z5–8.. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Phenomenal’. Tolerant of heat & humidity with superior winter survival.
Resistant to root and foliar disease. Remarkable fragrance and flower presentation
in spring and summer. Ht. 2-4 feet. Spread 2-4 feet. Z6-9. PPAF.............................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
Key:
LEPTINELLA — Brass Buttons (Sun–Part Shade)
squalida ‘Platt’s Black’. Unusual groundcover forms a dense mat of fern-like foliage of
green and black. Prefers rich, acidic soil. Tolerates foot traffic. Ht. 1–2 inches.
Z5–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
LEUCANTHEMUM — Chrysanthemum (Sun)
x superbum ‘Becky’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2003. An elegant
long season display of 4” blooms on strong sturdy stems. Best in fertile, well
drained soil. June. Ht. 3–4 ft x 2-3 ft wide. Z5–9...................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Snow Lady’. Very compact habit. Single white flowers. June. Ht. 12 inches. Z3–7.. S1Q2.45
—‘Snowcap’. Especially compact selection. Masses of single white flowers with yellow
centers in early summer. Excellent choice for edging or mixed containers.
Ht. 12 inches. Z4–9.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
LEWISIA — Bitterroot (Sun)
• cotyledon. Evergreen obovate leaves forming a rosette mound of foliage. Mix of pink,
orange, red, salmon, yellow, and white flowers. Rock garden. May–June.
Ht. 8 inches. Z4–6...................................................................................................... S1Q2.45
longipetala-hyb. ‘Little Plum’. Purple-pink blossoms with just a hint of orange upon
opening. Flowers from May until mid-June and again in September. Well-drained,
gritty soil. Ht. 6–8 inches. Z4–8. ............................................................................... S 1Q 2.45
—‘Little Peach’. Beautiful, small, and evergreen. Soft peach, orange, and yellow flowers
May–June and again in September. Well drained soil. Deer, insect, and
disease resistant; tolerant of heat and humidity. Ht. 6–8 inches. Z4–8...................... S 1Q 2.45
LIATRIS — Gayfeather (Sun)
• microcephala. (Dwarf Blazing Star). Fluffy, rounded rose-purple flowers on slender
spikes. August–September. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z4–7................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• spicata. Excellent for border or meadow. Spikes of lavender flowers from summer
into fall atop narrow ribbon foliage. Vertical habit. Excellent cut. Drought and salt
tolerant. July. Ht. 3–5 feet x 2 feet wide. Z3–9.......................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• —‘Kobold’. Spikes of lavender flowers from summer into fall atop narrow ribbon
foliage. Drought resistant, good cut. Ht. 1-2 feet. Z3-9............................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
LIGULARIA — (Partial Shade)
dentata ‘Othello’. Very dark purple leaves and stems. Deep orange, long lasting flowers.
August. 3–4 feet. Z5–9............................................................................................... V1G 5.00
‘Desdemona’. In 1 gallon................................................................................................V 1G 5.00
stenocephala ‘The Rocket’. Erect spikes of yellow flowers with black anthers. Large
rounded leaves with jagged edges. June. 3–4 feet. Z3–9............................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Little Rocket’. PP14621. All of the wonderful attributes of ‘The Rocket’ plus it’s
a lot shorter, but remains architectural. June. 2-3 feet. Z3–9 .................................... V1G 5.00
LIRIOPE — Lilyturf (Sun/Shade)
muscari ‘Big Blue’. Evergreen with lavender blue flowers. August. 12 in. Z6–10.......... V4I 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Monroe White’. Evergreen with white flowers. August. 12 inches. Z6–10............... V4I 2.45
—‘Royal Purple’. Evergreen grass-like foliage, dark purple flowers in late summer.
Drought and heat resistant. Sun or shade. 12 inches. Z6–10..................................... V4I 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Variegata’. Yellow and green striped leaves with blue flowers. August.
12 inches. Z6–10........................................................................................................ V4I 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
spicata. Narrow green leaves with purple flowers and black fruit. Spreads rapidly.
Excellent groundcover. August. 12 inches. Z6–10...................................................... V4I 2.45
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‘Silver Dragon’. Silver white and green striped leaves. Spreads well. August.
12 inches. Z6–10........................................................................................................ V4I 2.45
LOBELIA — Cardinal Flower (Sun/Partial Shade)
Flourishes in moist soil with organically rich soils.
• ‘Black Truffle’. PPAF. Deep maroon to black foliage and brilliant red blooms in
summer. This one holds its color throughout the growing season. Ht. 3-4 ft. Z5-8..V1G 5.00
• cardinalis. Dense spikes of brilliant red blooms are a hummingbird magnet. Offsets
from lower leaves put down roots which become the plant next year. Moist soil
conditions. July–September. Ht. 2–4 feet. Z3–8........................................................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• siphilitica. Erect habit with blue spikes. Tolerates drier locations than cardinalis.
August. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8......................................................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
LYSIMACHIA — Loosestrife (Sun/Partial Shade)
japonica ‘Minutissima’. (Miniature Moneywort). Very low-growing with tiny
pinhead-sized evergreen foliage. Looks great filling in between rocks and spilling
over container edges. Well drained soils.Tiny yellow flowers in summer. Ht. 1 inch.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
nummularia ‘Aurea’. (Creeping Jenny). Golden green mat-forming foliage. Excellent
groundcover. Yellow flowers. May. Ht. 3 inches. Z3–8............................................... V1Q 2.45
MARSHALLIA — (Shade/Partial Shade)
• grandiflora. Pink Scabiosa-like flowers in July above attractive dark green foliage.
Ht. 18–24 inches in flower. Z5–9............................................................................... V1Q 2.45
MAZUS — (Sun/Partial Shade)
reptans. Attractive, small-leaved, mat-forming groundcover. Lavender flowers.
May–June. Ht. 2 inches. Z5–9................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Albus’. White flowering form of the above. Somewhat more vigorous. Z5–9........... V1Q 2.45
MERTENSIA — Virginia Blue Bells (Shade)
• virginica. Produces lovely pink buds that open to sapphire blue bell flowers. Excellent
in woodland settings and waterside plantings. Best in organic-rich, well drained
soils. Keep well-watered. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8............................................................ V1Q 2.45
MONARDA — Bee Balm (Sun/Partial Shade)
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didyma ‘Blue Stocking’. (Blaustrumpf). Deep violet flowers. June–July. Ht. 3 ft.
Z3–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
—‘Jacob Cline’. A vigorous plant with big red flowers and aromatic foliage. June.
Ht. 3-4 x 3-4’ wide. Z3–9........................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Marshall’s Delight’. Rose pink. Mildew resistant. June–July. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–9......... V1Q 2.45
—‘Prairie Night’. (Prairie Nacht). Wine red. June–July. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–9..................... V1Q 2.45
fistulosa. (Wild Bergamot). Pink to lavender. Tolerates drier soil than M. didyma.
Great naturalizing wildflower. June–July. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z3–8...............................V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
punctata. Purple-spotted, tubular yellow flowers in late summer.. Can grow 2-3 feet
high and wide. Great nectar plant. resistant to deer browsing. Self-seeds. Z6-11.......V 1Q 2.45
‘Raspberry Wine’. Clear wine-red flowers. Very mildew resistant. June–August. Ht.
3–4 feet. Z3–8............................................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
NEPETA — Catmint (Sun)
faassenii ‘Six Hills Giant’. Large lavender flowers. May–July. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–9........ V1Q 2.45
— ‘Junior Walker’. PP 23074. The non-reseeding progeny of ‘Walker’s Low’.
Low-growing, compact lavender-blue flowers from late spring through summer
over aromatic blue-green foliage. Ht. 18 inches. Z5-9................................................V 1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
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NATIVE
Asclepias
Monarda
Aster
Rudbeckia
Penstemon
Delphinium
Gaillardia
TEXTURE
Farfugium
Dicentra
Pennisetum
Hakonechloa
Adiantum
Amsonia
Thymus
LIME & GOLD FOLIAGE
Sedum
Lantana
Lysimachia
Coleus
Heuchera
BLUE
Achillea
Elymus
Corydalis
Nepeta
Sedum
Dianthus
RED & PURPLE
Kale
Coleus
Begonia
Sedum
Heuchera
SILVER
Heuchera
Artemisia
Salvia
Lamium
MULTICOLOR
Hypericum
Euphorbia
Ajuga
Coleus
Musa
Hypoestes
Phlox
Sedum
GREEN ROOF
Sempervivum
Dianthus
Festuca
Thymus
SPRING BLOOMING
Primula
Brunnera
Anemone
Paeonia
Baptisia
SUMMER BLOOMING
Zinnia
Solidago
Liatris
Leucanthemum
Kalimeris
Astilbe
Hemerocallis
FRAGRANT & AROMATIC
Thymus
Pycanthemum
Gallium
Agastache
Lavandula
FALL INTEREST
Tricyrtis
Viola
Sedum
Helianthus
Anemone
Aster
Aconitum
BIRDS & BUTTERFLIES
Eupatorium
Asclepias
Agastache
Echinacea
Solidago
Crocosmia
Cabbage
COMMERCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: ANNUALS
Pansy
Petunia
Ipomoea
Begonia
Zinnia
Gomphrena
Vinca
Marigold
Coleus
COMMERCIAL: PERENNIALS, GRASSES, FERNS
Echinacea
Dryopteris
Geranium
Rudbeckia
Ceratostigma
Coreopsis
Perovskia
Calamagrostis
Key:
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—‘Walker’s Low’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2007.
A tough, low-growing Catmint with gray foliage and strong bluish-purple flowers
from spring until frost. Ht. 18 inches. Z5–9.............................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
OENOTHERA — Evening primrose (Sun)
• berlanderi ‘Siskiyou’. A more floriferous and compact plant than O. speciosa.
Pink flowers June–July. Z5–9................................................................................V1Q 2.45
• fruticosa. Sundrops. Large yellow cup-like flowers on reddish green foliage in early
summer. Best in sandy soil. Full sun. Ht. 18–24 inches high; spread 2 feet. Z4–9.... V1Q 2.45
• —‘Fireworks’. (Fyrverkeri). Bronze foliage and deep red stems. Bright yellow
flowers in June. Ht. 15 inches. Z4–9.......................................................................... V1Q 2.45
OPHIOPOGON — (Shade)
japonicus. (Mondo Grass). Dark green needle-like foliage. Excellent for masses or
borders. Lilac blooms, bright blue berries nestle in lush dense foliage. Creeping
habit. Part sun–shade. 6–12 inches. Z6–10. .............................................................. V4I 2.45
—‘Nana’. (Dwarf Mondo Grass). Very compact habit. Mounds of short dark
green leaves providing excellent texture. 4–6 inches. Z6–9......................................... V4I 2.95
planiscapus ‘Niger’. Black leaves make this plant striking as a groundcover or in
multicolored lawns. Very tolerant of heat and drought. 8-12 inches..........................V 1G10.00
ORIGANUM — Oregano (Sun)
laevigatum ‘Kent Beauty’. Unique drooping pink-bracted hop-like flowers bloom in
whorls from summer to fall. Aromatic foliage. Use as groundcover, in rock gardens,
or in containers. Ht. 6–10 inches. Z6–9.....................................................................V 1Q 2.45
PACHYSANDRA PROCUMBENS — (Part Shade/Shade)
• Allegheny Spurge. A fantastic native ground cover. Mottled leaves clearly veined
with tooth edges. Bronze foliage in the fall. Fragrant pink flower spikes. April.
Shade. Moist, acidic, well drained soils. Ht. 6-12 inches x 18-24” wide. Z4-9.....V1Q 5.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 7.50
PACKERA AUREA — Groundsel or Ragwort (Sun/Shade) (Syn. Senecio Aureus)
• aureus. Showy yellow dasy-like blooms on wiry stems appear in spring. A semi-
evergreen groundcover for moist shady locations. Well suited for rain gardens.
Even moisture with well drained soils in sun or shade. Ht. 18–18 inches. Z4–9....... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
PAEONIA — Peony (Sun)
—lactiflora ‘Festiva Maxima’. Clear white with red spots. May–June. Ht. 2–3 feet.
Z3–8.....................................................................................................................V 2G10.00
—‘Karl Rosenfield’. Deep red. May–June. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z3–8................................V 2G10.00
—‘Monsieur Jules Elie’. Light rose pink. May-June. 2-3 feet. Z3-8 .............................V 2G10.00
—‘Sarah Bernhardt’. Deep pink. May–June. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z3–8.................................. V 2G10.00
—‘Shirley Temple’. Clear white. May–June. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z3–8................................... V 2G10.00
PAPAVER — Oriental Poppy (Sun)
Best in organically rich, fertile soil with medium moisture. Needs well drained soil.
orientale ‘Allegro’. Large scarlet flowers. May. Ht. 12-18”. Z3–7.................................. S1Q2.45
—‘Beauty of Livermere’. Large dark red flowers with black stamens. May–June.
Deer resistant. Ht. 30–36 inches. Z3–7...................................................................... S1Q2.45
—‘Brilliant’. Orange scarlet. Black stamens. May–June. Ht. 24-36 inches. Z3–7......... S1Q2.45
—‘Princess Victoria Louise’. Salmon pink flowers with black stamens. May. 30 inches.
Z3–7............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
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PENSTEMON — Beard Tongue (Sun)
• digitalis. White to light purple flowers in early summer. Best in fertile, well drained
soil with average moisture. Deer resistant. Native to open woods and meadows.
Ht. 2-4 feet. Z3-8....................................................................................................... S1Q2.45
• —‘Husker Red’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1996. Striking deep
red foliage is complimented by porcelain white flowers. Very drought tolerant. June.
Ht. 24-30”. Z4–9........................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• smallii. Native to the eastern U.S. White throated rosy lavender trumpets flowers
spike during months of May and June. Dependable native great for mass plantings
and hillsides. Drought resistant. Attracts hummingbirds and beneficials. Ht. 18-24”.
Z5–9............................................................................................................................ S 1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
PEROVSKIA — Russian Sage (Sun)
atriplicifolia. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1995. Elegant bright
lavender blue flower plumes. Gray white stems and aromatic foliage. July–
September. Very drought tolerant. Ht. 4 feet. Z5–9................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Little Spire’. PP11643. Dwarf Russian Sage. Features aromatic, gray-green
foliage on stiff, upright square stems with tubular, violet-blue flowers to provide
good texture and color. Blooms from June until frost. Drought tolerant.
Ht. 1.5–2 feet. Z5–9............................................................................................V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 4.00
‘Filagran’. Soft, deeply divided gray foliage. Striking lavender blue flowers. All summer.
Drought tolerant. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–9......................................................................... V1Q 2.45
PERSICARIA — Polygonum (Sun/Partial Shade)
amplexicaulis ‘Firetail’. Outstanding red flower spikes over big spreading bushes
of medium green. All summer. Ht. 4 feet. Z6–9........................................................ V1G 3.60
polymorpha. Large, long lasting white plumes in the summer. Stems turning coral in
the fall. A large tough plant tolerant of drought. Blooms July-Aug. Ht. 3-5 feet.
Spread 3-4 feet. Z6–9.................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
PHLOMIS — Jerusalem Sage (Sun/Partial Shade)
fruticosa. White woolly and hairy foliage support bright yellow flower whorls at shoot
tips. Very drought tolerant. Late summer. Ht. 1-2 feet. Z6–8.................................... S1Q2.45
tuberosa. Bold, rough textured foliage with dense axillary clusters of lavender pink
flowers in the summer. Drought tolerant once established. Good cut flower. Ht.
4–5 feet. Z5–9............................................................................................................. S1Q2.45
PHLOX — (Sun/Light Shade)
• divaricata. Wild Blue Phlox. Native woodland phlox. Highly fragrant clusters of blue
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flowers in spring. Prefers humusy, moist, well drained soil. Drought tolerant once
established. Light shade. 8–12 inches. Z3–8............................................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Blue Moon’. Violet fragrant blue blooms in April through May. Best in pt. shade.
Moist- average moisture. Ht. 12-18 inches. Spread 8-12”. Z3-8................................ V1Q 2.45
—‘London Grove Blue’. Fragrant blue flowers in spring. Compact growth habit and
burgundy winter foliage. Light shade/Shade. 8-10 inches. Z4–8............................... V1Q 2.45
—‘May Breeze’. Fragrant, light blue (almost white) flowers in early spring. Very
compact. Ht. 12–15 inches. Shade/Pt. Shade. Z4–8.................................................. V1Q 2.45
paniculata ‘Bright Eyes’. Pink with crimson eye. Summer. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8................ V1Q 2.45
—‘David’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2002. Pure white. Summer.
Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8.......................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Eva Cullum’. Warm pink with red eye. Summer. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8........................... V1Q 2.45
—Jeana. Sweetly scented, lavender-pink flowers, vibrant midsummer through early
autumn. Ht. 3-5 ft. Z3-8............................................................................................V 1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Laura’. Large heads of purple flowers with white eye. Summer. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z3–8.V 1Q 2.45
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narrow scribble of green in the center. Large pink flower heads develop by
midsummer. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8..................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Orange Perfection’. Salmon orange. Summer. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8............................... V1Q 2.45
—Shortwood. Fragent pink flowers in summer. Mildew resistant. Ht. 42-48 inches.
Z4-8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
stolonifera. (Creeping Phlox). PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1990.
Pink flowers in early to mid spring. Spreads rapidly. Thrives in moist, well drained
soils. Drought tolerant once established. Ht. 6–8 inches. Z5–8................................. V1Q 2.45
—‘Blue Ridge’. Sky blue. April. Ht. 8 inches. Z5–8...................................................... V1Q 2.45
—Bruce’s White. Pure white with yellow eye. April. 8-12” tall. Z4-8........................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Home Fires’. Deep pink. Very showy. April. Ht. 8 inches. Z4–8.............................. V1Q 2.45
—‘Sherwood Purple’. Purple blue. April. Ht. 8 inches. Z4–8....................................... V1Q 2.45
subulata. Low-growing, evergreen moss-like foliage, covered with fragrant flowers in
mid spring. Sun-loving groundcover or for planting amongst rocks. Deer resistant.
Its dense root system is useful in erosion control. Best in poor, sandy soil. Ht. 4
inches. Sun. Z5–9.
—‘Candy Stripe’. Pink and white striped flower in mid spring...................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Emerald Blue’. Light blue flowers in mid-spring....................................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Emerald Pink’. Pink flowers in mid-spring. .............................................................. V1Q 2.45
—‘Purple Beauty’. Purple flowers in midspring............................................................. V1Q 2.45
—‘Snowflake’. Clear white flowers in mid-spring........................................................... V1Q 2.45
PHYSOSTEGIA — Obedient Plant (Sun/Partial Shade)
• virginiana. Pink to purple flowers on 3–4 foot spikes. Blooms June–September. Z3–9.V 1Q 2.45
• —‘Miss Manners’. PP12637. Well behaved clump forming habit. Pure white flowers
from June to September. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z3–9..................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon................................................................................................................... V1G 3.60
• —‘Pink Manners’. Spikes of lavander pink flowers contrast with dark green, glossy
foliage. Easy to grow, no staking required. Ht. 30-36 inches. Spread 20 inches.
Z3-8. PP23482............................................................................................................ V1G 5.00
• —‘Vivid’. Deep rose pink. July–September. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z3–9.................................... V1Q 2.45
PLATYCODON — Balloon Flower (Light Shade)
grandiflorus ‘Sentimental Blue’. Balloon-like buds burst open to blue star-shaped
flowers. Plant in organic-rich, well drained soil. June Ht. 6-8 inches. Z3–8.............. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
POLEMONIUM — Jacob’s Ladder (Light Shade)
• reptans. A free-flowering woodland native with light blue flowers topping ladderlike
foliage in late spring. Prefers moist, organic-rich soils. Ht. 15–18 inches. Z4–8........ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:...........................................................................................................S1G3.60
• —‘Blue Pearl’. Glossy blue flowers. Spring. Ht. 10-12 inches. Z4–8............................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
POLYGONATUM — Solomon’s Seal (Shade)
• commutatum. (P. giganteum). Robust with greenish white bell shaped flowers in
May. Graceful arching single stems atop dark green foliage. Dark
blue (almost black) berries in fall. Ht. 2-4 feet. Z5–8...........................................V1G 5.00
humile. (Dwarf Solomon’s Seal). A lovely woodland creeper with upright stems and
glossy, somewhat pleated leaves. Lots of pure white flowers dangle from leaf axils
in spring. Ht. 6–8 inches. Z5–8...........................................................................V1Q 3.00
multiflorum ‘Variegatum’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2013.
Green with cream white variegated leaves. Maroon stems. Ht. 18 inches. Z5–8...V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:...........................................................................................................V1G 5.00
POTENTILLA — (Sun)
atrosanguinea ‘Gibson’s Scarlet’. Dark red flowers on jagged leaves with silver
undersides. April. Ht. 12 inches. Z4–7....................................................................... S1Q2.45
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PRIMULA — Primrose (Partial Shade)
japonica. Produces very sturdy flowers stalks of purplish, yellow centered flowers.
Appropriate near water and in damp woodland settings. Perfers fertile, well drained
soils and cooler temperatures. May–June. Ht. 12-18 inches. Z4–8............................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
vialii. Rocket shaped spikes of flowers in a shocking combination of mauve-pink and
scarlet red in early summer. May self-seed when happy. Best in pt. shade and moist
location. Ht. 12-15 in. Z6-9.......................................................................................S 1Q 2.45
PULMONARIA — Lungwort (Shade/Partial Shade)
longifolia ‘Diana Clare’. First-class clump forming variety features shimmery, silver
leaves with light green splashes throughout. Violet-blue flowers in April-May.
Ht. 8-12 inches. Z4–9..........................................................................................V1Q 3.00
‘Trevi Fountain’. PP13047. Nice mounding variety that features slender,
silver-spotted leaves and large cobalt-blue flowers in April. Ht. 10–12 inches.
Z4–9. In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................V1G 5.00
PYCNANTHEMUM — Mountain Mint (Dappled Shade)
• muticum. Superior to virginianum with broader and more lustrous leaves, silvery
bracts and pinkish flowers. And then there’s that fragrance! Widely adaptablesuited for full sun-shade, moist-dry conditions. Perfect for naturalized areas, slopes,
and wild flower gardens. Ideal choice to attract pollinators. Ht. 2–3 feet x 24” wide.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
RATIBIDA — (Sun)
•columnifera ‘Red Midget’. (Mexican Hat Plant). Long, prominent cones surrounded
by reflexed petals in shades of deep reddish-brown, orange and yellow. May self sow.
Mid summer until frost. Drought and deer resistant. Ht. 24-36 inches. Z3-8.......... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
RODGERSIA — (Partial Shade/Shade)
aesculifolia. Broad bronze leaves on hairy stalks. Creamy white pink flowers form wide
pyramids. Moist situations. July–August. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z5–7.................................... S1G3.60
sambucifolia. White flowers. July–August. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z6–7...................................... S1G3.60
tabularis. Circular leaves can reach 3 feet in width and are a pleasing pale green.
Cream flower spikes. Very bold plant for moist situations. July–Aug. Ht. 3–5 ft.
Z5–7............................................................................................................................ S1G3.60
ROHDEA — Lily of China (Shade)
japonica. Leathery evergreen spear-like leaves. Another texture plant for groundcover in
dry shade. Short spikes of red berries in the fall and winter. Ht. 12–15 inches.
Z6–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
ROSMARINUS — Rosemary (Sun)
officinalis ‘Arp’. Upright habit. Aromatic. Culinary. Ornamental. Ht. 2–3 feet.
Z7–10.......................................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—prostratus. Spreading habit. Aromatic. Culinary. Ornamental. Ht. 6 inches.
Z7–10.......................................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
RUBUS — Creeping Raspberry (Sun or Shade)
calcynoides. A member of the blackberry family which has white flowers, then reddish
orange fruit in June. Foliage turns bright red in the fall. A potentially excellent
commercial groundcover. Ht. 6–10 inches. Z6–9...................................................... V1Q 2.45
RUDBECKIA — Coneflower (Sun)
• fulgida var deamii. (Deam’s Coneflower). Free-flowering, mound-forming Black-eyed
Susan with bright yellow flowers set off by dark centers. Good substitute for R.
‘Goldstrum’; no leaf spots. July–November. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–9................................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
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• —var. fulgida. Very striking native wildflower with thinner, shinier foliage and large
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orange-yellow daisies blooming well into fall, offering late nectar source for
pollinators and butterflies. Prefers average-dry soils. Drought tolerant once
established. July-October. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–9............................................................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
laciniata. Cutleaf Coneflower. Bright yellow somewhat drooping flower heads with
green cone. July-September. Native wildflower. Deer resistant. Very adaptable to
moist conditions. Ht. 5-8 feet. Z3-9........................................................................... S1G3.60
—‘Goldquelle’. Cutleaf coneflower. Bright yellow double flowers July– September.
Highly dissected foliage. North American native cultivar. Drought tolerant, deer
resistant. Good cut. Best in sun–part shade. Ht. 3 feet. Z4–9.................................... S1G3.60
maxima. Big bold silver blue leaves. Light yellow flowers with large dark cones.
A great plant. July–September. Ht. 6–8 feet. Z5–9.................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
missouriensis. Daisy-like flowers with yellow rays and black center in June- October.
Often spreads to form large colonies in the wild. Ht. 2-3 feet. Z5-8......................... S1Q2.45
speciosa ‘Viette’s Little Suzy’. PP8867. Dwarf Black-eyed Susan. Deep yellow flowers
in July lasting until frost. Introduced by Viette’s Nursery and patented by Blooms
of Bressingham. Grows to 15 inches. Z4–8................................................................ V1G 5.00
subtomentosa ‘Henry Eilers’. Strong upright clump with long flower spikes. Unusual
‘rolled’ bright yellow strap-like flowers. August–September. Ht. 4–5 feet. Z4–8...... V1G 5.00
—‘Little Henry’. PPAF. The same blooms of ‘Henry Eilers’, but one third shorter.
The quilled gold flowers bloom summer until frost. Height. 30 inches.
Z4--8........................................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
triloba. Deep golden flowers with dark stems with tri-lobed bushy green foliage,
prolific bloomer. July–September. Ht. 3 feet. Z4–7.................................................... S1Q2.45
SAGINA — Pearlwort (Partial Shade/Shade)
subulata. Fine, moss-like evergreen foliage for moist shade. Tiny white flowers in
May. 1 inch mats. Z5–7.............................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
—‘Aurea’. Golden green mats of moss-like foliage for moist shade. 1 inch mats. Z5–7.V1Q 2.45
SALVIA — Violet Sage (Sun)
argentea. Giant silver leaves are like a woolly mat with woven texture. Very nice in
the rock garden or as a feature plant in a combination container. Ht. 12 inches.
Z4–7............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
‘Eveline’. PP14905. Two-toned pink and purple flowers from mid-spring to early
summer. Ht. 1.5 feet–2 feet. Z6–10........................................................................... V1G 5.00
guarauitica ‘Black and Blue’. Deep cobalt-blue flowers pair with near black stems
and calyes. Hummingbird magnet. July-frost. Ht. 2-3 feet. Z8-10............................ V1G 3.60
• lyrata ‘Purple Knockout’. Violet to purple tubular shaped flowers on branched
spikes. Its real appeal is its wide and very decorative foliage which is bronze in
spring, purple in summer and red in fall. May self sow. Sun/ pt. shade.
Ht. 18 inches. Z5-8..................................................................................................... S1Q2.45
nemorosa ‘Blue Hill’ (Blauhügel). Best in light, well drained soil with even
moisture. Fertile soils may cause floppiness. June–September. Ht. 16-20”. Z4–8...... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Caradonna’. Long flowering variety, similar to S. ‘Ostfriesland’ but with
glowing dark stems. Violet-blue flowers on 24–30 inch spikes. 18 inch spread.
Z4–8.....................................................................................................................V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘East Friesland’. (Ostfriesland). Deep blue violet. June–September. Ht. 18 inches.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Marcus’. PP13322. Good for small spaces and containers. Violet-blue flowers on
top of grey-green foliage in early summer until fall. Deadhead after first bloom for
better re-blooming. Ht. 12 inches; spread 12–18 inches. Z4–8................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 4.00
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—‘May Night’. (Mainacht). PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1997.
Dark indigo violet flowers with purple bracts. Prefers average, clay, or sandy soils
that are well drained. Tolerant of heat and humidity. May–June. Ht. 18-24”.
Z4–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
verticillata ‘Purple Rain’. Lilac flowers. Excellent foliage. June–Frost. Ht. 2 ft. Z4–7... V1G 3.60
SANTOLINA — Lavender Cotton (Sun)
chamaecyparissus ssp. nana. (incana nana). Silver foliage. Compact habit. Yellow
button flowers. June–July. Ht. 12 inches. Z6–10....................................................... V1Q 2.45
rosemarinifolia. (virens). Deep green needlelike foliage. Yellow button flowers.
June–July. Ht. 12 inches. Z6–10................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
SARCOCOCCA — Sweet Box (Partial Shade)
hookeriana var. humilis. White fragrant flowers in March. An excellent evergreen
groundcover. Ht. 1–2 feet. Z6–9................................................................................ V1Q 5.00
SCABIOSA — Pincushion Flower (Sun)
columbaria ‘Butterfly Blue’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2000.
Sky blue. Flowers all summer and well into autumn. Ht. 15 inches. Z5–9............... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Pink Mist’. PP08957. Pink version of the above. Z5–9............................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
ochroleuca ‘Moon Dance.’ Shorter and more compact than species. Light yellow
pincushion flowers. Good in rock gardens, mixed containers. June–October.
Height with flowers 16 inches. Z5–8.......................................................................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
SCUTELLARIA — (Partial shade/Shade)
• ovata. Heartleaf skullcap. An underused shade loving native with purple- metallic
heart-shaped foliage in spring and showy blue-purple flowers early summer.
Nectar source for butterflies. Deer resistant. Will colonize. Pt. shade/ shade. Ht.
18 inches. Z4-9........................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
SEDUM — Stonecrop (Sun)
Best in light, well drained soils. Average-dry moisture.
acre. (Gold Moss Stonecrop). Evergreen, low-growing, trailing sedum with tiny yellow
flowers in spring. Good groundcover. Excellent in rock gardens or containers.
Ht. 2–4 inches. Z3–8.................................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
‘Autumn Fire’. An improved form of S. ‘Autumn Joy.’ Holds up better against the
elements and does not collapse. Flowers appear in July and change from pale green
to pink to bronze in September. Ht. 18–24 inches; spread 20–30 inches. Z3–9....... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Autumn Joy’. (Herbstfreude). Flower heads develop a cream lime color in August,
then a blush of pink becoming a rich pink to a salmon bronze then a coppery red.
Toothed, gray green fleshy leaves. August–winter. Ht. 18-24 inches. Z3–8............... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Bertram Anderson’. Dusty pink flowers on top of smoky purple foliage in
September. An improvement on Vera Jameson, with darker foliage and a sturdier
habit. Ht. 6–8 inches. Z3–8....................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
‘Blue Carpet’. Very tiny blue fleshy leaves. Good groundcover and excellent in rock
garden. Ht. 2–4 inches. Z3–8..................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
cauticolum ‘Lidakense’. Stunning smoky blue to amethyst foliage. Purple-gray
buds opening to starry rose-colored flowers. Excellent in borders, rock gardens, or
mass plantings. Ht. 10-12 inches x 12” wide. Z3–9................................................... V1Q 2.45
dasyphyllum. (Blue Tear Sedum). Tiny pebbles of blue foliage with tiny white flowers
in summer. Perfect for little spaces. A must-have for troughs, stone wall pockets,
rock gardens, and containers. Ht. up to 1 inch. Z6–8................................................ V1Q 2.45
floriferum ‘Weihenstephaner Gold’. Dense compact green foliage that forms a
loose evergreen mat with dazzling golden yellow star like flowers in summer. Nice
red color in fall. Great groundcover. June. Ht. 4-6 inches x 12-18” wide. Z3-9........ V1Q 2.45
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kamtschaticum. Mounds of golden yellow flowers on scalloped green leaves. Nice
orange color in the fall. June–August. Ht. 6 inches. Z3–8......................................... V1Q 2.45
makinoi ‘Ogon’. (Japanese Golden Sedum). Tiny-leaved groundcover with bright
gold foliage. Forms a dense mat. Best color with some afternoon shade. Tiny
starlike yellow-green flowers in summer. Ht. 2–4 inches. Z7–9................................. V1Q 2.45
‘Matrona’. Large fleshy purple leaves support pale frosty pink flower heads. Ht. 30
inches. Late summer. Z3–8......................................................................................... V1G 3.60
reflexum ‘Blue Spruce’. Bluish, conifer-like succulent foliage with yellow flowers
in July. Ht. 6-10 inches. Z3–8..............................................................................V1Q 2.45
‘Rosy Glow.’ Small, spreading stonecrop grows to 8” tall and features bluish-green
leaves in whorls and clusters of dark ruby flowers from summer to early fall.
Tolerates part shade, heat, drought and poor soils. Z3-9............................................ S1Q2.45
rupestre ‘Angelina’. (PPAF). A quick spreading groundcover with needle-like
foliage. It starts the growing season chartreuse, turns golden yellow in the
summer and ends in the fall with rich copper shades. Useful in containers and
hanging baskets. Ht. 6–10 inches x 24”. Z3–9.....................................................V1Q 2.45
sexangulare. (Watch Chain Stonecrop). Vigorous groundcover with jellybean foliage
that turns rose and copper in the sun. Yellow blooms in midsummer. Use on green
roofs or as a groundcover for sunny spots. Ht. 6–10 inches x12” wide. Z3–9........... V1Q 2.45
sieboldii. (October Plant). Rose pink flower heads, with blue-gray leaves form a rosette
pattern. September–October. Ht. 6-12 inches x 12”. Z3–8....................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Neon’. A fluorescent rose pink. Thick, rounded flower clusters have very consistent
color. Vibrant from some distance away. Blooms in September. Ht. 15 inches.
Z3–8. .......................................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
spurium ‘Fuldaglut’. Bright red orange foliage. Red flowers. Good groundcover.
July. Ht. 4 inches. Z3–8.............................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
—‘John Creech’. Low spreading groundcover Sedum with very small green leaves.
Clusters of pinkish-purplish flowers in midsummer. Drought tolerant. Ht. 2 inches;
spreads 10 inches. Z3–8.............................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
—‘Red Carpet’. Red-tinged foliage turns deep burgundy in fall and winter. Slowspreading groundcover. Drought-tolerant. Ht. 3–4 inches, spreads 15 inches.
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—‘Tricolor’. Green and white with pink edge. Summer. Ht. 3–4 inches. Z3–8............ V1Q 2.45
takesimense. (Syn Phedimus ‘Golden Carpet’). Succulent, bright, scalloped green
leaves and star-shaped yellow flowers in summer. Similar to S. kamtschaticum, but
evergreen. This stonecrop makes a foot-wide upright clump. Ht. 8 inches. Z3–9..... V1Q 2.45
• ternatum. (Three-Leaved Stonecrop). Petite white flowers bloom above and evergreen
mat of thick, fleshy leaves. Beautiful in shady borders and woodland gardens.
Tolerates drought, but looks best in moist conditions. Ht. 3-6 inches x 10” wide.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
‘Vera Jameson’. Purplish gray foliage. Bright rose flowers. August. Ht. 6–8 in. Z3–8.... V1Q 2.45
SEMPERVIVUM — Hen and Chicks (Sun)
‘Chick’s Mix’. An assortment of 5 of the most popular varieties on the market: Forest
Frost, Cobweb Buttons, Desert Bloom, Red Rubin and Green Wheel. Use in
containers and rock gardens. Ht. 3-6 inches. Z4–9.................................................... V1Q 2.95
Hardy mixed. Wide assortment of colored succulent foliage. Pink flowers in June.
Use in rock gardens, between stones and small crevices. Z5–8................................... V1Q 2.45
SENECIO AUREUS — See Packera Aurea
SILENE — Fire Pink (Sun/Shade)
• caroliniana ‘Short and Sweet’. (Wild Pinks) Covered with pink flowers in the
spring. Great native groundcover. Prefers bright shade. Ht. 4–8 inches; spreads to
8 inches. Z4–7............................................................................................................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
• virginica. Fire Pink is a native wildflower to the eastern U. S. Occurs on rocky wooded
slopes and open woods. Scarlet red flowers in spring atop long, slender stems. Prefers
moist, sandy or clay soils. Requires excellent drainage. Ht. 12–20 inches, spreads up
to 18 inches, Z4–8...................................................................................................... S1Q2.45
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SISYRINCHIUM — Blue-Eyed Grass (Sun/Partial Shade)
• angustifolium ‘Lucerne’. Bright blue star like flowers on grasslike foliage from May
to August. Flowers open when the sun is out. Ht. 10 inches. Z5–8........................... V1Q 2.45
• —‘Suwannee’. A great native groundcover. Clouds of sky blue flowers from spring well
into summer. Very versatile: sun or shade, moist or dry sites. Ht. 8–10 inches.
Z6–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
SOLIDAGO — Goldenrod (Sun/Partial Shade)
• caesia. Arching wands of pure gold for dry shade. Very nice with native asters and
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canadensis ‘Crown of Rays’. (Strahlenkrone). Large dazzling golden flower plumes. July–August. Ht. 2 feet. Z3–8”................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
flexicaulis. Shade loving Solidago that will naturalize. Prefers sandy, loam or clay soils
with high organic matter. Best with medium moisture and well drained sites- will
tolerate some drought once established. Ht. 18-24”. Spread 12-15”. Z4-9................ S1Q2.45
odora. Fragrant leaves give off an anise scent when crushed. Tidy, clump-forming
habit and is not weedy or aggressive in the garden. Native to savannas & pinelands
of the eastern U.S. Sun, tolerates light shade. Ht. 2-4 feet. Z4-9............................... S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
rugosa. (Wrinkle Leaf Goldenrod). Rough-stemmed Goldenrod. Golden sprays of
flowers from late summer to frost, supporting 115 species of moths, butterflies,
native bees, and other pollinators. Native to the Mid Atlantic. Sun/light shade.
Medium to wed soil. Ht. 1-6.5 feet. Z3–9................................................................. S1Q2.45
rugosa ‘Fireworks’. Golden yellow flowers that flare like a display of fireworks. Does
not cause hayfever. Tolerates moister soils than other solidago species. Clump
forming. Great nectar and pollen source. August–October. Ht. 24-30”. Spread
24-30”. Z3–9.............................................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
shortii ‘Solar Cascade’. Golden-yellow flowers are borne in axillary clusters along
reflexing stems from late summer into fall. Deep green, glossy foliage remains clean
throughout the growing seasons. full sun or partial shade. Ht.24-30 inches. Z3-8....V1G 3.60
sphacelata ‘Golden Fleece’. Golden yellow. Unique foliage. August–October.
Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
SPIGELIA — (Sun)
• marilandica. Upright habit, thin textured leaves and wonderful trumpet shaped
flowers, reddish pink with yellow throat. Blooms all summer. Best in
ordinary, well drained garden soil. Ht. 1-2 feet. Z6–10..............................................V 1G 5.00
SPIRANTHES — Ladies’ Tresses (Sun/Partial Shade)
• cernua var. odorata. (Nodding Ladies Tresses). This classic bog plant is a native
orchid and features small, very fragrant, hooded white flowers in spiral-like rows
on spikes growing 9–18 inches tall. September–October. Ht. 8–24 inches. Spreads
up to 1 foot. Z5–8. .................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
STACHYS — Lamb’s Ear (Sun)
byzantina ‘Silver Carpet’. Few to no flowers. Soft silver foliage. Ht. 6–12 inches.
Z4–9............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
‘Helene von Stein’. (Big Ears). Big fuzzy silver leaves. Great groundcover. June.
Ht. 12 inches. Z4–9 ................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
 monieri ‘Hummelo’. (Lamb’s Ear). Lavender-purple flowers atop tall, leafless stems.
Small mounding clumps. Selected for strong flower production. Summer. Deer
resistant, good cut. Sun/part shade. Ht. 18-20 inches. Spread 18 inches. Z4-8......... V1G 3.60
STOKESIA — Stokes Aster (Sun)
• laevis. Lilac-blue flowers. Dark evergreen leaves with white vivid ribs. June/July.
Ht. 18in. Z5–9............................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
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• laevis ‘Blue Danube’. The classic blue Stokes Aster. A reliable bloomer from June-
August. Tolerates hot and dry conditions in well-drained soils. Ht. 18 in. Z5–9....... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• —‘Klaus Jelitto’. Large blue flowers. Named for respected German seedsman and
founder of Jelitto Staudensamen. Plant in well-drained soils. Ht. 18 inches. Z5–9... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• —‘Mary Gregory’. Yellow flowers mid summer. As is the case with laevis types, a
tough plant for the mid Atlantic. Ht. 18 in. Z5–9..................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
• —‘Purple Parasols’. PP10660. Large (4-inch) flowers on erect, leafy stems growing to
18 inches tall. Blooms light blue, becoming darker blue, then bluish purple to
reddish purple and finally dark hot pink. June–July. Ht. 12–18 inches; spread
12–18 inches. Z5–9.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
STYLOPHORUM — (Shade)
• diphyllum. (Golden Wood Poppy). Golden yellow flowers. Light green leaves divided
and lobed. Good groundcover for moist, shady location. April–June. Ht. 15 inches.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
SYMPHYOTRICHUM — See ASTER.
TEUCRIUM — Germander (Sun)
chamaedrys. Whorls of purplish or white flowers. Small rounded dark green leaves.
Woody stems. Summer. Ht. 2 feet. Z6–9................................................................... V1Q 2.45
THALICTRUM — Meadow Rue (Sun/Partial Shade)
aquilegifolium ‘Black Stockings’. Fluffy flower heads, darker purple than T.
aquilegiifolium and with dark, near black stems. Despite its height it seems to stand
up well to wind and weather, holding its shape well into autumn. Summer
blooming Ht. with flower 4-5 feet. Z5-9.................................................................... V1G 5.00
aquilegifolium purpureum. Bluish green feathered foliage and rose- red flower heads
on tall talks. For any rich, leafy, well-drained soil in partial shade to full sun. MayJune. Ht. 2-3feet. Z5-9............................................................................................... S1Q2.45
rochebrunianum. Sprays of deep lavender flowers. Breathtaking specimen.
July–August. Ht. 4–6 feet. Z4–8................................................................................. S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
THERMOPSIS — Carolina Lupine (Sun)
• caroliniana. Yellow blossoms in long racemes. June. Ht. 4 feet. Z5–8........................... S1G3.60
THYMUS — Thyme (Sun)
Prefers light, rock, gritty, or nutrient poor, well drained soils. Tolerates hot, dry
conditions. Great fragrant groundcover.
citriodorus ‘Aureus Variegatus’. (Golden Lemon Thyme). Gold and glossy dark green
foliage when in full sun. Lemon scented. Aromatic. Culinary. Ornamental.
Ht. 6–8 inches. Z5–7.................................................................................................. V1Q 2.45
praecox ‘Pink Chintz’. A very low grower, excellent for planting between pavers.
Attractive dark green foliage and profuse salmon-pink flowers beginning in early
spring. Tolerant of dry conditions, but grows vigorously with extra water. Sun.
Ht. 1 inch. Z5–7......................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
pseudolanuginosus. (Woolly Thyme). Gray mats of soft, aromatic foliage.
Pink flowers. Ht. 2 inches. Z6–7................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
serphyllum ‘Albus’. Mats of aromatic foliage. Nice in rockery. White. 3 inches. Z5–7.V1Q 2.45
—minus. Very, very dwarf and very small leaves. Ht. 1 inch. Z4–8............................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Pink Panda’. Groundcover thyme. Clear pink flowers in early summer. Perfect for
containers, rockgardens or walls. Sun. Ht. 1 inch. Z4–8............................................ V1Q 2.45
—‘Roseum’. Pink flowers. Bright green foliage. 1 inch. Z4–8........................................ V1Q 2.45
vulgaris ‘Silver Posie’. (Silver Thyme). Green leaves with white edges. Pink stems.
Upright habit. Will NOT ‘green out’ in summer heat. Lavender-pink flowers in
summer. Aromatic and culinary. Ht. 12 inches. Z6-9................................................ V1Q 2.45
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TIARELLA — Foamflower (Shade/Partial Shade)
• ‘Candy Striper’. Large, deeply cut leaves with dark striping along each lobe. Pink
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Z4-9............................................................................................................................ V1G 7.50
cordifolia. Great groundcover with white foamy flowers. April–May. Ht. 8 inches.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
—‘Brandywine’. A vigorous grower with glossy dark green leaves. Excellent bronze
fall/winter color. Creamy white flowers for 6–8 weeks starting in spring. Clump
former with some short runners. Ht. 8–10 inches. Z4–8........................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Running Tapestry’. Small leaves with burgundy veins in each leaf. An outstanding
plant. White, fragrant flowers. April–May. Ht. 8 inches. Z4–8.................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
‘Elizabeth Oliver’. Deeply lobed leaves with lots of red markings form slowly spreading
clumps. Light pink flowers in spring. Native to eastern U.S. Ht. 8–10 inches.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
TRADESCANTIA — Spiderwort (Light Shade)
•ohioensis. (Ohio Spiderwort). Bluish grass-like foliage with bluish flowers from
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garden. Sun–part shade. Ht. 2–4 feet. Z5–8............................................................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
x andersoniana ‘Bilberry Ice’. Bi-color white flowers with a lavender splash in June.
Very compact growth habit and quite drought tolerant. Ht. 15-18 inches. Z3–9..... V1Q 2.45
‘Concord Grape’. Frosty blue foliage and rich purple flowers in June. This plant is
classic! Long blooming and vigorous. Grows to 18 inches. Z5–8............................... V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Purple Profusion’. A very long blooming deep purple flowered plant with attractive
gold stamens. Deep green and healthy foliage. Grows to 18–24 inches. Z5–8.......... V1Q 2.45
‘Red Grape’. Frosty blue foliage with bright glowing red violet flowers. A really wild
and crazy color. Blooms in June. 2 feet. Z5–8............................................................ V1Q 2.45
‘Snowcap’. Pure white flowers in June. Ht. 18 inches. Z5–8.......................................... V1Q 2.45
‘Sweet Kate’. Bright blue flowers contrast quite nicely with golden yellow foliage.
Very vigorous. Ht. 18 inches. Z5–8............................................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
TRICYRTIS — Toad Lily (Partial Shade)
hirta ‘Miyazaki’. Pale purple flowers with darker purple spots. September. Ht. 2–3
feet. Z5–8.................................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
‘Samurai’. This tough garden plant has green and cream variegated foliage
with a compact rhizomatous habit. Flowers are purple with dark spots and yellow
throat. Ht. 18 inches. Z4–8........................................................................................ V1Q 2.45
‘Sinonome’. White flowers spotted with bright purple. Fall flowering. Drought
tolerant. Considered by Horticulturist Rick Darke to be the best garden Tricyrtis.
Excellent cut flowers. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–8................................................................... V1Q 2.45
TROLLIUS — Globe Flower (Sun/Partial Shade)
chinensis ‘Golden Queen’. Bright orange-yellow flowers. May–June. Ht. 2 ft. Z3–7. .S1Q2.45
europaeus. True butter yellow flowers. Ht. 1–2 feet. Late spring. Z3–7......................... S1Q2.45
VERBENA — (Sun)
bonariensis. Self supporting wiry stems. Tiny purple fragrant flowers on dense spikes.
All summer. May self sow. Ht. 3–5 feet. Z7–10......................................................... V1Q 2.45
—‘Lollipop’. A dwarf form of Verbena bonariensis. 2 feet tall by 2 to 3 feet wide.
Small clusters of lavender flowers throughout the summer until frost. Heat and
drought-tolerant. Butterflies, good cut. Z7-10............................................................ V1Q 2.45
• canadensis ‘Homestead Purple’. Deep purple verbena flowers. All summer. Ht. 15
inches. Spread 24-36”. Z7–10..................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
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• —‘Homestead Red’. Vibrant red Verbena that follows in the footsteps of its famous
Purple cousin. Thrives in summer heat and drought. Sun. Ht.6-8 inches. Spread
2-3 feet. Z7-9.............................................................................................................. S1Q2.45
• hastata. (American Blue Vervain). Tall thin purplish-blue flower spikes from July–
September on stiffly erect, branching stems. Short-lived perennial that readily
self-sows where happy. Native to wet meadows of the eastern U. S. Height with
flowers 4–6 feet. Spread 1–2.5 feet. Z3–9................................................................... V1Q 2.45
VERNONIA — Ironweed (Sun)
• lettermannii ‘Iron Butterfly’. Great new native selection, compact and vigorous. In
late summer it is covered with true purple flowers. Attracts butterflies. Native to
rocky flood plains; tolerant of hot dry locations, yet can withstand brief periods of
inundation. Ht. 30–36 inches. Z4–9.......................................................................... V1G 5.00
• noveboracensis. This native plant provides a striking, vertical display of purple-red
flowers. Appropriate for informal gardens and naturalized areas. Does best in light,
well drained soils. Adaptable to both wet and dry sites, sun or filtered shade.
August–October. Ht. 4–7 ft. x 2-4 ft. Z5–8............................................................... S1G3.60
VERONICA — Speedwell (Sun/Light Shade)
peduncularis ‘Georgia Blue’. Lots of round blue flowers in spring. Evergreen
groundcover with foliage that turns bronzy-purple in winter. Ht. 6 in. Z5–8........... V1Q 2.45
spicata ‘Royal Candles’. PP18932. Upright, compact habit. Violet flower spikes on
foliage less subject to lower leaf die-out. Ht. 15 inches. June–August. Z6–9............. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
—‘Tickled Pink’. PP16182. Bright clear pink flowers, early summer until frost.
Compact, dense foliage. Sun. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z6–9.............................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Sunny Border Blue’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 1993. Deep blue
spikes. June–August. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z6–9............................................................ V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.60
‘Waterperry’. Small light blue flowers smother this groundcover in early summer
Foliage turns a nice purple in winter. Functions well as 4–6” groundcover. Z5–8..... V1Q 2.45
‘Whitewater’. Excellent groundcover with glossy green leaves and pristine white
flowers from spring to early summer. will tolerate light foot traffic. Sun/ pt. shade.
Ht.4-6inches. Z4-7..................................................................................................... V1Q 2.45
VERONICASTRUM — Culver’s Root (Sun/Partial Shade)
• virginicum. Strong, vertical stems. Spikes of tiny, very pale blue or white flowers.
Late summer. Ht. 4–6 feet. Z5–8............................................................................... S1G3.60
• —‘Lavender Towers’. Long spikes of pale purple flower spikes in mid summer. Ht.
4-5 ft. Spread 2-3 ft. Prefers moist, well drained soils. Z3-10..................................... V1G 5.00
VINCA MINOR — Trailing Periwinkle (Creeping Myrtle) (Sun/Shade)
A fast growing excellent evergreen ground cover for full sun, shade and semi-
shaded areas. Dark green oval-shaped foliage and blue flowers in early spring.
Ht. 6-8 inches. Z3-8................................................................................................... V4in 1.65
VIOLA — Sweet Violet (Partial Shade)
cornuta ‘Purple Showers’. Large dark purple flowers that bloom from spring to fall.
Heart shaped leaves and fragrant flowers for moist situations. 8 inches. Z4–8........... V1Q 2.45
‘Etain’. Large-flowered pansy with lemon yellow flowers edged with deep lavender.
Prolific bloomer. Spring well into summer. Part shade–shade. 6–8 inches. Z4–8...... V1Q 2.45
riviniana. Dark green to purple foliage all season. Blue flowers in early spring. An
excellent, strong groundcover for moist shady locations. Grows to 6 inches. Z3–7... S1Q2.45
• walteri ‘Silver Gem’. Prostate blue violet. Tough native ground cover with trailing
stems and delicate violet-blue flowers. Grows a tidy but dense mat of attractive silver,
heart shaped foliage with green veining. Excellent ground cover. Drought tolerant
once established. Pt. shade/shade. Ht. 3-5 inches. Z6-8............................................. V1Q 2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 4.00
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WALDSTEINIA — Barren strawberry (Shade)
ternata. Evergreen. Dark, dense strawberry-like foliage. Yellow flowers. April–May.
Excellent groundcover. 6–8 inches. Z5–8................................................................... V1Q 2.95
ZIZIA — (Full Sun to Partial Shade)
• aurea. Golden clusters of 3-4” umbels in May and June. Native to stream banks, moist
meadows, and floodplains. Very attractive to butterflies. Medium to wet well
drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Ht. 24-36 inches. Spread 1.5-2 feet. Z3-9..S1Q2.45
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.60
Ornamental Grasses
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ACORUS — Sweet Flag (Partial Shade)
• calamus. Wide green leaves. Rhizomatous roots. All parts of this plant are fragrant.
For moist situations. Ht. 2–4 feet. Z3–10.................................................................. V1G 3.75
gramineus. Green narrow leaves whorled to form a vase. Great texture. For moist
situations or groundcover. Ht. 8 inches. Z6–10......................................................... V1Q 2.95
—‘Pusilleus Minimus Aureus’. Golden foliage and low growing make this an
excellent plant to brighten a moist shady location. Ht. 3 inches. Z4–11................... V1Q 2.95
 —‘Ogon’. (Gold Variegated Sweet Flag). Golden-colored leaves with green stripes.
Plenty of color to jazz up shady spots or moist, sunny areas. Spreads slowly by
rhizomes. Leaves emit a fresh citrus scent when pinched or bruised. Shade-sun.
Ht. 10-12 inches. Z5-10.............................................................................................V 1Q 2.95
ANDROPOGON — (Sun)
• geraldii. (Big Bluestem). One of the major tall prairie grasses. Blue-green foliage turns
silvery blue in summer and red, orange, and purple in fall. Flowers July–September.
Ht. 5 feet, 7 feet with flower. Z3–9............................................................................ S1G3.75
• virginicus. (Broom Sedge). Tolerant of dry to average soil types. A nice golden yellow
(as in Ginkgo biloba) in late summer and early fall. A very stylish orange in the
winter. Ht. 3 feet. Z5–9.............................................................................................. S1Q2.50
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.75
BOUTELOUA — Blue Graina (Sun)
•curtipendula. (Sideoats Grama). A warm season short prairie grass with blue-green
foliage fading to golden-brown to red-orange and purple shades. Purplish
inflorescence lightens to tan in the fall. Small oat like seeds develop on the side of
the stalk. Native to open rocky woods and mixed grass prairies. Drought, deer
tolerant, good erosion control. Sun. Ht. 18-24 inches, spread 18-24 inches. Z3-9.. V1G 3.75
• gracilis. (Blue grama grass). A small handsome North American Native with
distinctive purple plumes in July to September. Grey-green foliage turns bright gold
in the fall. Drought tolerant. Sun. Ht. 8-15 inches. Z4-9.......................................... V1G 3.75
• —‘Blonde Ambitions’. Airy chartreuse flowers float horizontally amids blue-green
foliage from mid-summer to fall. Native selection. Great if massed. Sun. Ht. 12-30
inches. Z4-9. PP22048................................................................................................ V1G 5.00
CALAMAGROSTIS — Feather Reed Grass (Sun)
x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR 2001
Strong vertical accent in the garden. Feathery flower flumes emerge in springsummer that start at pink tinged beige color, turning a golden yellow- then light
brown in fall- lasting well into the winter. Prefers fertile, well drained soils with
even moisture, but will tolerate drier soils. Great in mass, borders, or in containers.
May. Ht. 6 feet with flower. Z5–9.............................................................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.75
brachytricha. Vertical habit. Very nice round flower spikes. Fall flowering. Ht. 4 feet
with flower. Z5–9........................................................................................................ V1G 3.75
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CAREX — Sedge
•albicans. (White-tinged Sedge). Native sedge with narrow grass-like arching leaves.
Spreads slowly from underground rhizomes and gradually form colonies. Best in
moist location, but tolerates dry shade. Part shade/shade. Ht. 12-18 inches. Spread
18-24 inches. Z4-8......................................................................................................V 1Q 2.95
buchananii. (Leather Leaf Sedge). Full sun. Narrow bronze leaves with curly tops.
Ht. 2 feet. Z7–9.......................................................................................................... V1G 3.75
dolichostachya ‘Kaga-nishiki’. (Gold Fountains). Long, slender leaves bordered
in gold define elegance. Plant in partial shade. Ht. 12 inches. Z5–9.......................... V1Q 2.95
elata ‘Bowles’ Golden’. (‘Aurea’). Shade. Golden variegated sedge for moist situations.
An outstanding groundcover. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–8...................................................... V1G 5.00
flacca (glauca). This blue-green sedge has a dense, clump-forming, but slowly creeping
habit. Light blue-green leaves which are glaucus beneath (also called Carex glauca).
Best if used in mass in moist, lightly shaded areas. Competes well with shallow tree
roots. Ht. 6-10 inch. Z5-9. In 1 Gallon..................................................................... V1G 5.00
—‘Blue Zinger’. Bluish gray foliage. Flowers late spring. Good groundcover, border,
rockgarden or container plant. Deer resistant. Drought tolerant once established.
Slow spreader. Ht. 10–12 inches. Spread 12–24 inches. Z5–8. ................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• laxiculmis Bunny Blue™ (Hobb). Low growing, evergreen, native sedge with silverblue
foliage. Clump forming groundcover for moist to average shady areas with good
drainage. Ht.8-12 inches. Spread 12-16 inches. Z6-10. In 1 gallon:.......................... V1G 5.00
morrowii ‘Ice Dance’. (Silver Variegated Japanese Sedge) A slow running form of
Carex morrowii ‘Variegata’. More vigorous and brighter foliage than the latter.
Tolerant of drought. An excellent semi-evergreen groundcover for shade to part
shade. Ht. 12 inches. Z5–9......................................................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
—‘Silver Sceptre’. Narrow leaves with white margins add fine texture. It has a running
habit making it even more useful as shade groundcover. Ht. 12 inches. Z5–8.......... V1Q 2.95
• muskingumensis. (Palm Sedge). Sun-pt. shade. Narrow leaves grow along the arching
culms and cluster at the tips creating a “palm leaf.” Very decorative as groundcover,
especially for a wet, sunny location. Ht. 2 feet. Z5–9................................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• —‘Little Midge’. (Minature Palm Sedge). Bright green foliage resembling Bamboo.
Performs well as groundcover in wet areas with sun. Grows to 10 inches. Z5–9....... V1Q 2.95
oshimensis Evercolor™ ‘Everillo’. Lime green arching leaves become golden yellow
when they mature. A morning sun location helps hold the brightest color, which
fades to chartreuse in more shade. Ht: 12-14 inch. Z6-9. PP21002.......................... V1G 5.00
— ‘Evergold’. Sun-pt. shade. Green margins with golden yellow centers and stripes.
Ht. 10 inches. Z5–9.................................................................................................... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
pendula. (Weeping Sedge). Shade–part shade. Brown flowers pendulous. Average to
moist soil; will take moist and dry shade. Ht. 2 feet; 3 feet with flower. Z5–9.......... S1G3.75
• pennsylvanica. Pt. shade. This sedge continues to be the best little sedge for the
woodland garden. It speads by rhizomes and is very tolerant of dry conditions, yet
it handles wetness. It grows to 8 inches and flowers in May Z4–8............................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
• plantaginea. (Seersucker Sedge). Sun-pt. shade. A unique plant distinguished by its
one inch wide leaves that are dimpled, resembling seersucker fabric. In early spring
it produces delicate purplish flowers held on 12 inch flower stalks. Grows best in
shade or part shade, in moist, average or dry soils. Ht. 8–12 inches. Z 4–8.............. V1G 5.00
• stricta. (Tussock Sedge). Native to wetlands and moist forests. Dense green mound
of long, quarter-inch wide leaves. Spreads by rhizomes. In the wild the old foliage
decomposes and enriches the soil. Flowers in May. Plant at or near the water line.
Great for wetland restorations. Sun/part shade. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–8.......................... V1Q 2.95
•vulpinoidea. (Brown Fox Sedge). Fox Sedge is a cool season grass and can be found in
wet meadows, marshes, ditches, prairies, and fields in almost every state of the US.
Great plant for moist open woods, erosion control, rain gardens, storm water basins.
Tolerates saturation and flooding up to 6 inches. Blooms in June. High wildlife
value. Sun/ pt.shade. Ht.1-3 feet. Z3-8.......................................................................V 1Q 2.95
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CHASMANTHIUM — (Sun/Partial Shade)
• latifolium. (Northern Sea Oats). Flat oat-like seed heads on dark bamboo-like foliage.
Good naturalizer for dry shade. Prefers well drained soils. July. Ht. 3 feet.
Spread 1-3’. Z5–8....................................................................................................... S1Q2.50
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.75
DESCHAMPSIA — (Sun/Partial Shade)
• caespitosa. (Tufted Hair Grass). Dense dark green leaves. Airy panicles in June.
Ht. 2 feet. Z4–9.......................................................................................................... V1G 3.75
• flexuosa. Wavy hairgrass. A cool season, drought-tolerant grass, native to the US.
Forms tidy clumps of fine-textured green blades. Fountaining flowers in late May.
Part shade–shade. Ht. 8 inches; with flowers 18–24 inches. Z4–9............................. V1G 3.75
ERAGROSTIS — Love Grass (Sun)
• spectabilis. (Purple Love Grass). Fluffy clouds of bronze-red plumes in full sun.
Irresistable texture for the late summer garden. Native. Found in dry, sandy fields.
Ht. 18–24 inches. Z5–8.............................................................................................. V1G 3.75
FESTUCA — Fescue (Sun)
glauca ‘Elijah Blue’. Without doubt the bluest Festuca available. Coarse textured
foliage. Ht. 10–12 inches. Z4–8................................................................................. V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 5.00
HAKONECHLOA — Japanese forest grass (Partial Shade)
macra. Dark green Japanese forest grass. Arching foliage suggestive of motion. Open
panicles in July and August. Excellent groundcover. Ht. 2 feet. Z4–9....................... V1Q 3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 6.00
—‘Aureola’. PPA PLANT OF THE YEAR 2009. Green and yellow variegation.
Unique growth habit suggestive of motion. Great as a groundcover or for
multicolored lawns. Summer. Ht. 18 in. Z6–9........................................................... V1Q 3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 7.50
—‘Allgold’. Dwarf form of Japanese Forest Grass creates a bright spot in the shady or
woodland garden. Bright gold in part sun and more chartreuse in full shade. The
arching foliage is slightly more upright than the species. Will take full sun. Moist,
well-drained soil. Ht. 9–14 inches. Spread 18–24 inches. Z6–9................................ V1G 7.50
HELICTOTRICHON — Avena Grass (Sun)
sempervirens. (Blue Oat Grass). Forms architectural mound of powder blue foliage
topped ith tan flower clusters in summer. Best in normal or dry soils. Ht. 2 feet.
Z4–8............................................................................................................................ V1G 3.75
—‘Sapphire Fountain’. (Saphirsprudel). An improvement on the species with slightly
wider blade. Stiff, blue, spiky foliage with flowers in June. Ht. 12–18 in. Z4–8. .....V 1G 3.75
IMPERATA — (Sun)
cylindrica ‘Red Baron’. (Japanese Blood Grass). FOR SALE ONLY WITHIN
MARYLAND. Red leaves with green stripes. Dramatic groundcover. For
multicolored lawns. Ht. 12 inches. Z6–9................................................................... V1Q 2.95
JUNCUS — Rush (Sun/Partial Shade)
• effusus. (Common Rush). Dark green round spiky stems. Clump-forming wetland
plant. Sun–part shade. Ht. 2–4 feet. Z4–9. ............................................................... S1Q2.95
• —‘Big Twister’. (Corkscrew Rush). Large, spiraling foliage resembling giant
corkscrews twisting and turning, creating a dramatic effect. Prefers moist to
wet conditions. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z5–11.................................................................. V1G 5.00
• tenuis. (Poverty Rush) Forms short, attractive clumps in just about any location with
moist to wet soil. Especially nice in waterside gardens. Performs best in slightly
alkaline organic rich soil. Ht. 12-24” tall x 12-24” wide. Z3-9..................................S 1Q 2.95
LEYMUS — Elymus (Blue Lyme Grass) (Sun)
arenarius ‘Blue Dune’. Best blue color and striking flowers in late summer. Ht. 2 feet.
Z4–9............................................................................................................................ V1G 3.75
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MISCANTHUS — (Sun)
sinensis ‘Adagio’. Thin silver gray foliage. Dwarf. Flowers begin pink, then turn
white. Burgundy fall color. Fall. Ht. 4 feet; 5 feet with flower. Z6–9......................... V1G 3.75
—‘Gracillimus’. (Maiden Grass). Graceful slender arching leaves. Upright flower
stalks. Golden yellow fall color. Fall. Ht. 6 feet. Z5–9................................................ V1G 3.75
—‘Morning Light’. Narrow silver and green variegated leaves. Excellent plant.
Fall. Ht. 4 feet; 6 feet with flower. Z5–9.................................................................... V1G 5.00
—‘Little Kitten’. A petite Miscanthus sinensis forming a mound of narrow, green
foliage topped with silvery white plumes in late summer/ fall. Perfect for containers
or for the small garden. Ht. 1-3 feet. Z5-10............................................................... V1G 5.00
MOLINIA — (Sun/Partial Shade)
arundiacea ‘Skyracer’. (Tall Moor Grass) Upright, bold, tall. Bright yellow fall color.
Ht. 3 feet; with flowers 6–8 feet. Z4–8....................................................................... V1G 3.75
MUHLENBERGIA — Pink Muhly Grass (Sun/Light Shade)
• capillaris. Fine textured, glossy green leaves topped with cloudlike
pink inflorescence. Stunning when massed. Ht. 3 feet. Z6–10.................................. S1Q2.50
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.75
NASSELLA — Feather Grass (Sun/Light Shade)
• tenuissima. (syn. Stipa) An indispensable grass that contributes grace and elegance to
the garden every season of the year. Fine textured jade green blades topped by silky
cream colored inflorescences. Excellent for summer containers! Prefers average-dry
soil moisture. Does not like winter wet feet. Ht. 18-24”. Z7–9................................ S 1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon: Z5-9......................................................................................................... S1G5.00
OPHIOPOGON — See Perennial Section
PANICUM — Switch Grass (Sun)
• virgatum. A major prairie grass of the Midwest. Versatile and tolerant of varied
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conditions: wet, dry, sun, hot, any soil type. Upright with yellow-orange fall color
and an airy cloud of seed heads that persist well into winter. Ht. 3 feet; with flower
4 feet. Z5-9 ................................................................................................................ S1Q2.50
In 1 gallon: .................................................................................................................S 1G 3.75
—‘Cape Breeze’. Selected for the upright habit, compact size and early flowering.
Great texture and movement in the landscape! Salt & drought tolerant, deer
resistant. Ht. 24-30inches. Spread 20 inches. Z4-9. PPAF..........................................V 1G 5.00
—‘Cloud Nine’. Vertical growth habit with bluish foliage. Taller than ‘Heavy
Metal’. A good substitute for Miscanthus. Ht. 5–6 feet. Z4–9.................................. V1G 3.75
—‘Dallas Blues’. P11202. Wide, arching blades, as blue as blue can be, form really
large clumps. Huge, basketball sized flower heads are more substantial and longer
lasting than those of many other selections. Very drought tolerant. Ht. 5–6 feet.
Z4–9............................................................................................................................ V1G 5.00
—‘Heavy Metal’. Vertical growth habit with blue foliage. No need for staking. July.
Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–9...................................................................................................... V1Q 2.50
In 1 gallon: .................................................................................................................V 1G 3.75
—‘Northwind’. PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR AWARD 2014.
Upright and sturdy blue green foliage. Like most Panicum, very tolerant of drought.
July. Ht. 6 feet.Z4–9................................................................................................... V1G 5.00
—‘Shenandoah’. This Panicum is such a bright red, experienced horticulturists have
mistaken it for Blood Grass. It colors up by June and has red flowers by August.
Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–9.................................................................................................V1Q 2.50
In 1 gallon: .................................................................................................................V 1G 3.75
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PENNISETUM — Fountain Grass (Sun)
advena ‘Fireworks’. Varigated Red Fountain Grass PP18504. Stripes of red, pink,
burgundy, green and white explode in gracefull arches. Best color in full sun.
Ht. 48 inches. Z9-10..................................................................................................V 1Q 3.00
alopecuriodes. (Fountain Grass). Lush tropical cascading leaves. Arching flowers in
August. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z5–9......................................................................................... V1G 3.75
—‘Cassian’. Excellent fall color. July Ht. 2–3 feet. Z5–9................................................ V1G 3.75
—‘Hameln’. (Dwarf Fountain Grass). Early flowering. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z5–9........... V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.75
—‘Little Bunny’. (Miniature Fountain Grass). Very dwarf curiosity plant. Ht. 12
inches. Z5–9................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.95
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.75
orientale. Early to flower. White flowers turn pinkish. Tolerates light shade. Ht. 2 feet.
Z6–9............................................................................................................................ S1G3.75
—‘Karley Rose’. PP12909. Deep green foliage and dark, smokey rose-purple
flower spikes, larger and fuller than the species. Longer bloom period:
June until September. Drought tolerant. Ht. 2–3 feet; spread 2 feet. Z5–8............ V1G 5.00
setaceum ‘Rubrum’. Long red flowers on purple cascading foliage. June until frost.
Ht. 3–4 feet. Z9-10..................................................................................................... V1Q 2.50
PHALARIS — (Sun) Ribbon Grass.
arundinacea ‘Picta’. Green and white variegated leaves.
Groundcover. Moist situations. Ht. 2 feet. Z4–9........................................................ V1G 3.75
SCHIZACHYRIUM — Little Bluestem (Sun)
• scoparium. Native warm-season grass for poor dry soils. Displays bluish-green foliage
that turns red by Autumn. Best not to plant after mid-September. Sun. Ht. 3–4 ft.
Z3–8............................................................................................................................ S1Q2.50
• —Standing Ovation’. Selected for its upright habit and electrifying fall color.
Does well in poor, dry soils. Bluish-green stems and leaves transition to a sizzling
display of oranges, reds, yellows, and purplish-browns in the fall. Deer Resistant.
Ht. 3-4 feet. PPAF. Z3-8............................................................................................. V1G 5.00
SESLERIA Autumn Moor Grass (Sun/Pt. Shade)
autumnalis. Yellowish foliage. Flowers in late summer. Very drought tolerant. Happy
in coastal or rocky sites. Ht. 12 inches. Z5-8. ............................................................ V1Q 2.50
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V1G 3.75
SORGHASTRUM — Indian Grass (Sun)
• nutans. (Indian Grass). Native warm-season grass for average to dry meadows. Yellow
to deep gold fall color. Found in moist or dry fields and roadsides. Sun. Ht. 3–4
feet. Z2–9.................................................................................................................... S1G3.75
• —‘Indian Steel’. Bluish-green leaf blade with yellow fall color. Seedheads good for
wildlife. Blooms from July-Frost. Ht. 4-6 feet. Z2-9 ................................................. V1G 3.75
SPOROBOLUS — Prairie Dropseed (Sun)
• heterolepis. A graceful American Native with fine-textured, emerald green
leaves, adding a touch of elegance to any planting. Blooms in August to September.
Foliage turns orange in fall. The seedhead has a faint but unmistakable fragrance,
a combination of fresh popcorn and cilantro. The highly nutritious seeds are much
sought after by birds. Very drought and heat tolerant. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z3–8................ S1Q2.50
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G3.75
• wrightii ‘Windbreaker’. Sturdy, upright habit, medium green strap-like foliage and
showy flower spikes in summer. Great native substitute for pampas grass. Ht.7-8
feet. Spread 6-8. Z5-9.V.............................................................................................. 1G5.00
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Ferns
one-quart Ferns are sold in flats of 12 per variety.
ADIANTUM — (Part Shade/Shade)
• pedatum (Northern Maidenhair Fern). Shade. Light green delicate leaves on shiny
size $
dark stems. Ht. 18 inches. Z3–8................................................................................. S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
ATHYRIUM — (Part Shade/Shade)
• felix femina (Lady Fern). Stems are red-brown. Foliage a fresh green. Prefers moist
shade. Ht. 2 feet. Z4–8............................................................................................... S1Q3.00
‘Ghost’. Upright Lady Fern with silver-white fronds. Leaves age to light green, with
new fronds appearing throughout the season. Ht. 18-24 inches. Spread 12-18
inches. Z4–8................................................................................................................ S1Q3.00
nipponicum ‘Pictum’ (Japanese Painted Fern). PPA PERENNIAL PLANT OF
THE YEAR 2004. Cool grey-green fronds with silvvery highlights and maroon
stalks. Prefers moist, well-drained solis. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z3–8............................... S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
CYRTOMIUM — Holly Fern (Part Shade/Shade)
falcatum ‘Rochfordianum’. Glossy dark green fronds resemble holly. Moist, rich soil.
Ht. 1–2 feet. Z6–10.................................................................................................... S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
DRYOPTERIS — (Part Shade/Shade)
atrata (Shaggy Shield Fern). Firm, dark green fronds with drooping tips
before unfurling. Very elegant. Ht. 2–3 feet. Z4–8..................................................... S1Q3.00
erythrosora (Autumn Fern). Bold glossy green burnishing with cold temperature.
Ht. 1–2 feet. Z4–8...................................................................................................... S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
—‘Brilliance’™. This Autumn Fern has bold glossy green fronds. Copper-red spring
growth has more intense coloring and is longer lasting than species. Clumping
habit; drought-tolerant once established. Ht. 18-30 inches. Z5–8............................. S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
x complexa ‘Robust’. Mass of upright arching stems with deeply divided fronds.
Thick and sturdy. Best in moist, rich soil but drought tolerant once established.
Ht. 3-4 feet. Z5–8....................................................................................................... S1Q3.00
felix mas (Male Fern). Fronds in vase shaped cluster. Very vigorous on fertile
soil in open woodlands. Ht. 3 feet. Z2–8................................................................... S1Q3.00
—‘Barnesii’. A slender, stiffly erect plant with toothed margins. Ht. 3 feet tall and
4 inches wide. Z2–8.................................................................................................... S1Q3.00
• goldiana (Goldie’s Fern). Leathery dark green foliage. Tolerates sun if in moist
situation. Ht. 3 feet. Z3–8.......................................................................................... S1Q3.00
• marginalis (Eastern Wood Fern). Sometimes evergreen. Ht. 18–24 inches. Z3–8....... S1Q3.00
tokyoensis (Tokyo Wood Fern). Fronds up to 3 feet long, erect and deciduous.
Z5–8. In 1 gallon:....................................................................................................... S1G4.50
MATTEUCCIA — (Part shade/Shade)
• struthiopteris (Ostrich Fern). Dainty, arching dark green fronds. Roams freely in
moist conditions. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z4–8......................................................................... S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
ONOCLEA — (Part shade/Shade)
• sensibilis (Sensitive Fern). Bold arching leaves. For moist situations. Roams freely
when conditions are adequately moist. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z4–8............................... S1Q3.00
OSMUNDA — (Part shade/Shade)
• cinnamomea (Cinnamon Fern). Cinnamon colored stems. Spreads with vigor.
Best in wet, acidic soils. Ht. 3–4 feet. Z3–7............................................................... S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
• regalis (Royal Fern). Large erect foliage. For moist situations. Ht. 4–5 feet. Z4–7........ S1Q3.00
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POLYSTICHUM — (Part shade/Shade)
• acrostichoides (Christmas Fern). Big mounds of radiating fronds. Shining dark green
foliage. Evergreen. Ht. 1–2 feet. Z4–8........................................................................ S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
polyblepharum (Tassel Fern). Shining deep green foliage. Absolutely beautiful fern.
Evergreen. Ht. 12–18 inches. Z4–8............................................................................ S1Q3.00
In 1 gallon:.................................................................................................................. S1G4.50
THELYPTERIS — Beech Fern (Part shade/Shade) aka Phegoptens
decursive pinnata. Soft light green fronds. Good in rock gardens. 12–24 in. Z4–9...... S1Q3.00
Bamboo
size $
FARGESIA
robusta. Clump forming. Very dark green foliage. More heat-tolerant than other
commonly cultivated species. Partial shade recommended for hot locations.
20 feet. Z6–9............................................................................................................... V 1G20.00
In 7 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V 7G50.00
rufa. A relatively short bamboo, with olive green canes that emerge with reddish leaf
sheaths. Clump-forming and noninvasive. A fabulous addition to any garden! Best
in part shade. 8 feet. Z5–9.......................................................................................... V 1G20.00
In 7 gallon:.................................................................................................................. V 7G50.00
sp. ‘Scabrida’. The most exciting colors of any hardy clumping bamboo: the young
culms have dark orange sheaths, opening gradually to reveal steel-blue and lavender
culms, aging to an olive green. Ht. 12 - 14 feet. Z6-9............................................... V 1G20.00
Climbing Plants
size $
CAMPSIS — Trumpet Vine (Sun)
• radicans. Orange trumpet flowers. Vigorous. Native. Summer. Sun. Z4........................ V1G 5.00
CLEMATIS — (Sun/Part Shade)
‘Jackmanii’. Deep purple flowers in June and July. 8–10 feet. Z5–9.............................. V1G 6.50
paniculata. (Sweet Autumn Clematis) Small white flowers in profusion in September
and October. Very fragrant. 20–30 feet. Z5–9............................................................ V1G 6.50
• virginiana. Virgin’s bower. This native vine produces numerous showy clusters of white
blossoms. Seed provides equal ornamental appeal. July–September. Sun or shade.
9 feet. Z6–8................................................................................................................. V1G 6.50
LONICERA — Honeysuckle (Sun-Part Shade)
• sempervirens. Vigorous, deciduous, twining trumpet vine. Large blooms scarlet to
orange-red on the outside, yellow inside, appearing in late spring. Red berries in
fall. Prefers average, well drained soil. Tolerates drought and dry soil once
established. 10–20 feet. Z4–8..................................................................................... V1G 6.50
• —‘John Clayton’. Showy vining honeysuckle. Compact habit. Large yellow flowers
May–June. Profuse production of orange-red berries in fall. Native. Sun.
6–12 feet. Spread 3–5 feet. Z4–9................................................................................ V1G 6.50
PASSIFLORA — Passionflower (Sun)
• incarnata. (Wild Passion Flower). Rapid-growing, climbing vine native to the U. S.
Fragrant, fringed flowers with white petals and sepals and a central crown of pinkish
purple. July–September. Yellow fleshy edible fruit (maypop) in fall. Sun.
Up to 25’ long. Z6–9.................................................................................................. V1G 6.50
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Annuals
Contract growing, Quantity Discounts and special job quotes are available.
Four-inch Annuals are sold in flats of 18 per variety.
Six-inch annuals are grown for june availability or earlier by special order.
size $
AGERATUM — Floss Flower (Sun/Light Shade)
‘Blue Hawaii 5.0’. Fluffy blue flowers. Ht. 6”. Spread 6-8”........................................... S4I .82
ALTERNANTHERA — Joseph’s Coat (Sun/Partial Shade)
‘Red Thread’. Wine-colored leaves are needle-like and thickly packed. Useful as
annual groundcover or in mixed containers. 10–15 inches......................................... V4I 1.65
ALYSSUM — Lobularia maritima (Sun/Light Shade)
CLEAR CRYSTAL® SERIES. Six to ten inches in height, spread 12–14 inches.
Large, fragrant flowers.
Lavender Shades........................................................................................................ S4I .82
Purple Shades............................................................................................................. S4I .82
White.......................................................................................................................... S4I .82
ANGELONIA — Summer Snapdragon (Sun/Part Shade)
Orchid shaped flowers on airy panicles far above mats of toothed foliage.
Alonia ‘Dark Blue.’ 10–20 inches. Dark blue flowers on dark green foliage.................. V4I 1.65
SERENA™ SERIES. The first seed-grown angelonia offers compact plants at less
expensive pricing. A Fantastic Flowers Selection. Tolerates hot and dry conditions.
Ht 10-12 inches.
Blue.............................................................................................................................S4I
Lavender Pink............................................................................................................ S4I
Purple......................................................................................................................... S4I
Waterfall Mix. Purple plus a sky blue and white segregating mix.............................. S4I
White. ........................................................................................................................ S4I
ANGELMIST™ SERIES. Virus-free vegatively produced. Very heat and drought
tolerant. Blooms all summer. Useful in commercial beds and mixed containers.
Ht. 4-10 inches. Sun.
Dark Purple Spreading.............................................................................................. V4I
White Spreading........................................................................................................ V4I
ARCHANGEL™ SERIES. Sturdy new line with flowers that are three times larger
than other varieties and don’t need deadheading. Ht. 12-14 inches. Sun.
Dark Purple............................................................................................................... V4I
Pink............................................................................................................................ V4I
White.......................................................................................................................... V4I
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ARGYRAnthemum — Marguerite daisy (Sun/Part Sun)
Ideal annual suitable for containers, rock gardens, and borders.
Butterfly. Upright, mounded and well branched with long lasting, bright lemon
yellow flowers. Ht. 14-18 inches; Spreading 12-16 inches......................................... V4I 1.65
MADEIRA™ SERIES. Compact and uniform habit, early flowering and branching.
Very vigorous upright habit, works well in mixed containers and full sun landscapes.
Ht. 12-18 inches; Spreading 16-20 inches.
Deep Pink.................................................................................................................. V4I 1.65
Double White.............................................................................................................V4I 1.65
Red.............................................................................................................................. V4I 1.65
BACOPA — Sutera ( Sun/Partial Shade)
 ATLAS® SERIES
Blue. Extra-large flowers, early blooming, semi-trailing................................................... V4I 1.65
White. PP18194. Extra-large flowers, vigorous, semi-trailing......................................... V4I 1.65
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BEgonia — ( Sun/Shade)
BIG SERIES. Noted for their early bloom, large flowers, and vigorous habit.
Red with Bronze Leaf. .............................................................................................. S4I
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Red with Green Leaf ................................................................................................. S4I
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Rose with Bronze Leaf .............................................................................................. S4I
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 Rose with Green Leaf.................................................................................................S4I
In 6 inch:............................................................................................................... S6I
Pink with Green Leaf.................................................................................................S4I
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COCKTAIL SERIES. A classic group. Compact growth and dark bronze foliage.
6–8 inches. Very reliable in the commercial landscape.
‘Gin’. Bright rose pink. .............................................................................................. S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Vodka’. Bright scarlet red. ......................................................................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Whiskey’. Pure white. .............................................................................................. S4I
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DRAGON WING™ SERIES An amazing plant with angelwing leaves and large
scarlet or pink pendulous blooms. Useful in mixed containers and even better
massed in the garden. It forms large mounds growing to 15 inches.
Pink............................................................................................................................ S4I
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Red.............................................................................................................................. S4I
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SUPER OLYMPIA® SERIES. Early flowering and good landscape performance.
Large blooms on green-leaved, compact plants. 6–8 inches.
Pink............................................................................................................................ S4I
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Red.............................................................................................................................. S4I
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Rose............................................................................................................................. S4I
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CALADIUM — (Shade)
Aaron. Medium-sized leaf, green around the edges with pure white center and veins.
Ht. 12-24 inches......................................................................................................... V1Q 2.50
Candidum. Medium-sized leaf, white with green veins. A classic. 18 inches.................. V1Q 2.50
Carolyn Whorton. Hot scarlet veins on pale pink center with dark green border.......... V1Q 2.50
Kathleen. Salmon pink with green border. 12–18 inches............................................... V1Q 2.50
Miss Muffet. Strap leaf type. Graceful, narrow pointed leaves. Cream to chartreusecolored with deep rose speckles................................................................................... V1Q 2.50
Pink Beauty. Medium mottled pink with dark green border.......................................... V1Q 2.50
Postman Joyner. Very deep red with dark green border. 12–18 inches.......................... V1Q 2.50
 Red Flash. Large to extra large leaves, vivid red with pink flecks and dark green border.
Ht. 18-24 inches......................................................................................................... V1Q 2.50
White Queen. Large pure white leaves with a tiny green outline. Dark red main
vein and midribs. Ht. 10-20 inches............................................................................ V1Q 2.50
CALIBRACHOA — Miniature Petunias (Sun/Bright Shade)
 CRAVE® SERIES.
Sunset.......................................................................................................................... S1G1.65
 KABLOOM® SERIES.
Deep Blue................................................................................................................... S1G1.65
Deep Pink.................................................................................................................. S1G1.65
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NOA® SERIES.
‘Almond Blossom’. White with soft pink eye and yellow throat................................ V4I
‘Blue Legend’. Medium blue-purple with yellow eye................................................. V4I
Mega ‘Magenta’. Hot deep pink with yellow eye....................................................... V4I
 Papaya. Orange.......................................................................................................... V4I
Ultimate ‘Pink’. Medium pink.................................................................................. V4I
‘Red’ IPD.................................................................................................................... V4I
‘Yellow’. Bright solid yellow........................................................................................ V4I
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CANNA — (Sun)
CANNOVA™ F1 SERIES. Robust growth, extensive branching and lavish
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flowering, 3-4 inch flowers from late spring to late summer. Ht. 30-48 inches.
Spreads 14-20 inches.
Lemon........................................................................................................................ S1G3.50
Bronze Scarlet. with bronze foliage............................................................................ S1G3.50
Red Shades................................................................................................................. S1G3.50
Rose............................................................................................................................. S1G3.50
Yellow.......................................................................................................................... S1G3.50
TROPICAL SERIES. Extra dwarf cannas from seed. Brilliantly colored 18-30”.
Red.............................................................................................................................. S1G3.50
Salmon. with green foliage......................................................................................... S1G3.50
White. with green foliage............................................................................................ S1G3.50
CELOSIA — (Sun)
CASTLE SERIES. Burgundy, solid dark red bold foliage. Ht. 2-3 ft. Eight inch plumes atop
plants 12-15 inches high.
Mix. Contains an assortment of the Castle colors...................................................... S4I
Orange. Orange plumes. Good color retention.......................................................... S4I
Scarlet. Bright red plumes with good color retention................................................. S4I
Yellow. Yellow plumes. Good color retention............................................................. S4I
Glorious Pink. Pink plumes. Good color retention........................................................ S4I
‘New Look’. A great basal branching selection with scarlet plumes on bronze foliage.
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CLEOME — Spider Flower (Sun/Part Shade)
QUEEN GROUP. Three- to five-foot plants with airy panicles bloom all summer and
produce strongly scented foliage.
Violet. Dark lavender.................................................................................................. S4I .82
‘Helen Campbell’. White........................................................................................... S4I .82
COLEUS — Solenostemon (Sun/Part Shade)
Considered by many to be the consummate foliage plant in the landscape or container.
We are pleased to offer a wide selection of the best sun- and shade-loving Coleus.
‘Blair’s Witch’. Medium-sized roughly toothed leaves. Darkest burgundy center with
yellow, green, scarlet border and accents..................................................................... V4I 1.65
‘Burgundy Sun’. An attractive burgundy shade that keeps it color throughout the
season. Compact habit. 2 ft......................................................................................... V4I 1.65
‘Fright Night’. Explosions of croton-like long narrow foliage. Yellow with olive fringe
and slashes of pink. Sun or shade. 1-2 feet.................................................................. V4I 1.65
‘Glennis’. Bright yellow foliage marked with red shading on leaf tips and subtle green
accents. Sun or shade. 2 feet........................................................................................ V4I 1.65
‘Henna Red’. Attractively toothed, chartreuse to copper leaves. The leaves curl upward
and expose their showy burgundy undersides. A medium-size, upright variety. Full
sun gives the brightest colors. Provide moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Ht. 2 feet...... V4I 1.65
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‘Inky Fingers’. Hand-shaped leaves, solid black with thin green border. Trailing........... V4I
‘Life Lime’. Chartreuse foliage......................................................................................... V4I
‘Mardi Gras’. A Bourbon Street extravaganza. Black deeply cut fern-like foliage with
sparkling multi-colored border. 18 inches................................................................... V4I
‘New Orleans’. Pointed leaves with dark red centers and yellow margins. 2 feet............ V4I
‘Pineapple’. Gold leaves are wine-purple at the base. Purple stems and leaf petioles.
Excellent container plant. 2 feet.................................................................................. V4I
‘Pistachio Nightmare’. Everyone has a mental image of the old fashioned coleus.
This is it. Hot pink centers, dark red and green on the margins. Florence
Babikow grew these outside her chicken pen. 2 feet................................................... V4I
‘Plum Parfait’. Burgundy and florescent pink striped fringed leaves with lime accents.
Loud. Lovely. 2–3 ft.................................................................................................... V4I
‘Saturn’. Burgundy leaves with lime centers. 2–3 feet..................................................... V4I
‘Spitfire’. Compact bronze red scarlet foliage grows 18-24 inches.................................. V4I
‘Sunset’. New foliage leafs out a warm yellow and then becomes cranberry red with
age. The effect is a warm, round sun setting in a soft red sky. Excellent. 2–3 feet...... V4I
‘Wasabi’. Neat sharp edges and a pungent chartreuse color give this Coleus an edge in
container plantings. Sun or shade. Provide moist, fertile, well-drained soil.
Ht. 30 inches. ............................................................................................................. V4I
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SOLAR GROUP. Coleus in this group perform best in full sun. They are large
leaved and big bold plants. Excellent in the landscape and containers and work
well with other bold plants such as Cannas or Colocasias.
‘Solar Eclipse’. Large leaves with dark red centers, green margins and highlights of
fluorescent pink and yellow. Works well in containers. 2–3 feet............................ V4I
‘Solar Flare.’ Dark red center with yellow margins. 1–2 feet..................................... V4I
‘Solar Red’. Burgundy foliage with hot pink center. 2–3 feet.................................... V4I
‘Solar Shadow’. Very large leaves, green at the base with dark red tips and
highlights of yellow and pink in between. A very choice bold plant. 3 feet.......... V4I
‘Solar Storm’. Metallic red, pink, and green markings. Not for the faint of heart.
2–3 feet................................................................................................................... V4I
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SUNLOVER GROUP.
‘Cranberry Salad’. Lime green leaves with evenly distributed cranberry red streaks.
2–3 feet................................................................................................................... V4I 1.65
‘Gays Delight’. Pale greenish yellow leaves with jet black veins. 2–3 feet.................. V4I 1.65
‘Red Ruffles’. Big, wavy dark red leaves. 2–3 feet...................................................... V4I 1.65
WIZARD GROUP. Compact and uniform, medium leafed, popular choice for
gardens, baskets, and planters. Easy care, late flowering. Best in part shade/shade.
Ht. 12-14 inches.
Wizard Mix. Includes all colors except Pastel............................................................. S4I .82
COLOCASIA — Elephant Ears (Mostly Shade/Moist)
antiquorum ‘Illustris’. Large bright green leaves with black shading between veins.
Fast growing. Up to 6 feet........................................................................................... V1G 6.00
‘Diamond Head’. Glossy chocolate-black, lightly ruffled-edge, 15” long leaves. 4 ft..... V1G 6.00
‘Maui Gold’. Chartreuse foliage highlighted with thin purple accents including a small
purple dot where the petiole connects......................................................................... V1G 6.00
COSMOS — (Sun)
SONATA GROUP. An old time annual with renewed interest. Assets include a long
blooming time (June until frost), tolerance of poor soils, and tendency to act as an
excellent filler in the mixed garden. Grows to 2 feet.
‘Carmine’. Purplish-red.................................................................................................... S4I .82
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‘White’............................................................................................................................. S4I .82
DIANTHUS — (Sun)
Ideal Select Mix. A well-balanced mix of white, red, violet, rose and picotee shades..... S4I .82
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SUPER PARFAIT GROUP. Early flowering compact plants have good basal
branching with an abundance of 2-inch blooms.
‘Raspberry’. Crimson red with dark eyes. 6 inches.................................................... S4I .82
‘Strawberry’. Scarlet with dark eyes. 6 inches............................................................. S4I .82
TELSTAR SERIES. Early to flower and very floriferous plants with one-inch
blooms on ten-inch plants.
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DRACAENA — (Sun)
indivisa. (Dracaena spikes) Erect habit. Medium green leaves. A favorite for container
planters........................................................................................................................ V4I 1.65
DUSTY MILLER — Senecio cineraria (Sun)
‘Silverdust’. Silver-white finely-lobed leaves. Uniform habit. 12 inches.......................... S4I .82
ENSETE — Banana (Part Shade)
ventricosum ‘Maurelli’. Red Abyssinian Banana. Bold tropical foliage is dark maroon
with bright red stems. Inedible fruit. Up to 8 feet tall. Great patio plant! ................. V1G 6.00
EUCALYPTUS — (Sun/Part Shade)
‘Silverdollar’. Large round silver leaves. Good dried in floral arrangements................... S4I .82
EUPHORBIA — (Sun–Part Shade)
hypericifolia ‘Hip Hop’. PPAF. Compact, mounding foliage with clouds of nonstop,
airy, self-cleaning white flowers. Excellent in mixed or solo containers....................... V1Q 2.50
FUCHSIA — (Light Shade/Part Sun)
‘Gartenmeister Bonstedt’. Bronze foliage and long single flowers with orange sepals
and orange corolla. Upright growth habit reaching 2 feet. A prize plant for mixed
containers as well as the flower border......................................................................... V4I 1.65
GERANIUM — Pelargonium (Sun)
Pinto Pink. Extra-large (5-6inch) blooms in a bright shade of pink with splashes
of white at the very center......................................................................................... S4I
PINTO PREMIUM SERIES. 2013 AAS Winner. Uniform habit, flower size, and
bloom time. Displays large, full flower heads on shorter stems. 14-16 inch plants.
Deep Red.................................................................................................................... S4I
Salmon. ......................................................................................................................S4I
Scarlet......................................................................................................................... S4I
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GOMPHRENA — Globe Amaranth (Sun)
GNOME SERIES. Ten- to twelve-inch plants. More uniform than the ‘Buddy’ series.
Pink. Light pastel pink..................................................................................................... S4I .82
Purple.............................................................................................................................. S4I .82
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HELICHRYSUM — Licorice Plant (Sun)
petiolare. (Trailing Dusty Miller) Hairy silver foliage with circular leaf shape and a
trailing habit make this plant ideal for containers. Requires bright light.................... V4I
—‘Limelight’. Chartreuse trailing foliage........................................................................ V4I
—‘Variegatum’. Blue-gray and cream leaves on compact plants with trailing habit.
Very nice in mixed containers..................................................................................... V4I
thianschanicum ‘Icicles’. Foliage silver frosted. Great texture, mounding habit.
Adapts to heat well. Excellent in mixed containers..................................................... V4I
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‘Fragrant Delight’. Intensely fragrant vanilla-scented clusters of purple flowers............. V4I 1.65
HYPOESTES — Polka Dot Plant (Partial Shade)
SPLASH™ SELECT SERIES. These compact plants with large uniform spots are
very useful in mixed containers as well as annual groundcover.
‘Pink’........................................................................................................................... S4I
‘Red’............................................................................................................................ S4I
‘Rose’........................................................................................................................... S4I
‘White’........................................................................................................................ S4I
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IMPATIENS — (Sun/Shade)
 SUPER ELFIN™ SERIES. Well known for its abundant blooming, compact habit,
and overall vigor in the landscape. Basal branching plants growing 6-8 inches.
Lipstick. Hot pink...................................................................................................... S4I
Bright Orange............................................................................................................ S4I
X P Blue Pearl............................................................................................................ S4I
X P Clear Mix............................................................................................................ S4I
X P Pink..................................................................................................................... S4I
X P Red....................................................................................................................... S4I
X P Violet................................................................................................................... S4I
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IPOMOEA — Sweet Potato Vine (Sun)
batatus ‘Ace of Spades’. Black heart-shaped leaves. Plentiful trailing foliage.................. V4I
—‘Blackie’. Dark purple black leaves are deeply lobed. Excellent trailing or vining
in hanging containers or window boxes or groundcover............................................. V4I
—‘Margarita’. Chartreuse foliage, need we say more? Excellent for hanging containers
or window boxes or groundcover................................................................................ V4I
—‘Pink Ice’. Tricolored foliage: green, white and pink. Excellent as ground cover as
well as in containers..................................................................................................... V4I
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LANTANA — (Sun)
This woody shrub from South America is easily one of best groundcover annual
landscape plants for the mid-Atlantic because of its tolerance for heat and humidity.
It is one of the best for attracting butterflies! Deer resistant.
‘Confetti’. Oldie but goodie. Red, pink and wine multi-colored flower. 2–3 feet.......... V4I
‘Dallas Red’. Mounding bright red flowers. 3–4 feet...................................................... V4I
‘Goldsonne’ (Golden Sun). Trails of bright yellow flowers. 12–16 inches..................... V4I
‘Lemon Drop’. Pale yellow flowers with buttery centers emerge in an explosion for
sight and smell with a light citrus scent...................................................................... V4I
‘Miss Huff ’. Rose, orange, yellow. Upright. Can reach 6 feet in height when mature... V4I
‘New Gold’. Golden yellow. Mound forming. Heat tolerant. Extremely profuse blooms.
Compact. The best Lantana for the commercial landscape. 15–20 inches................. V4I
‘New Snow White’. Upright. Cream............................................................................... V4I
‘Pink Caprice’. Upright. Soft pink with yellow. Up to 4 feet......................................... V4I
‘Radiation’. Golden orange to deep orange. 3–6 feet when mature................................ V4I
‘Samantha’. Lovely green and yellow variegated foliage. Lemon yellow flowers.
Mounding habit. Up to 24 inches.............................................................................. V4I
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LOBELIA — (Part Shade)
RIVIERA SERIES. Another upright early-flowering Lobelia that grows to 4 inches.
‘Blue Eyes’. Blue with white eyes................................................................................ S4I
‘Lilac’. Soft lilac pink.................................................................................................. S4I
‘Marine Blue’. Clear mid-blue similar to Blue Moon................................................ S4I
‘Midnight Blue’. Dark blue flowers and bronze foliage. Good for containers........... S4I
‘Rose’. Carmine flowers with white eyes, bronze foliage............................................ S4I
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‘White’. White with a touch of blue........................................................................... S4I .82
MARIGOLD — (Sun)
DURANGO SERIES. Outstanding garden performers. 2 in. anemone-type flowers.
‘Flame’. Mahogany petals with orange edge............................................................... S4I .82
‘Yellow’........................................................................................................................ S4I .82
JANIE SERIES. Dwarf 8–10-inch plants with 2-inch flowers.
‘Bright Yellow’. .......................................................................................................... S4I .82
‘Deep Orange’............................................................................................................ S4I .82
‘Flame’. Fluffy red flowers with orange petal tips....................................................... S4I .82
SAFARI SERIES. French-style Marigolds at their best. Extra large 2-inch flowers
on bushy 10–12-inch plants.
‘Scarlet’....................................................................................................................... S4I .82
‘Yellow Fire’. Yellow streaked with red at the base of each petal................................ S4I .82
TAISHAN SERIES. Early flowering. Double 3-inch blooms on 12–15-inch plants.
‘Orange’...................................................................................................................... S4I .82
‘Yellow’........................................................................................................................ S4I .82
‘Vanilla’. A soothing cream white, like French vanilla ice cream. Fluffy 2–3-inch
double flowers. Compact 16-inch plants. .................................................................. S4I .82
MELAMPODIUM — Medallion Plant (Sun/Shade)
‘Showstar’. Small yellow star shaped daisy flowers. Mounds to 15 inches. Tolerates dry
shade............................................................................................................................ S4I .82
MUSA — Banana (Sun)
‘Basjoo’. The world’s most cold-hardy Banana. This 16-20’ tall running species makes
a thick, green stem that sports 6’ long, narrow, green leaves arching from the top
of the trunk. Full sun. Z7-10 possible colder.............................................................. V1G 6.00
sumatrana ‘Zebrina’ (Rojo).Very attractive reticulated red and green foliage.
Up to 10 feet in height. Great in containers!.............................................................. V1G 6.00
NEW GUINEA IMPATIENS — (Sun/Shade)
DIVINE SERIES. This next generation of seed-grown New Guinea Impatiens is all
about uniformity and performance. Featuring larger flower size, better flower form
and excellent range of color.
‘Lavender’. ................................................................................................................. S4I
‘Mix’............................................................................................................................ S4I
‘Orange’...................................................................................................................... S4I
‘Pink’. IPD.................................................................................................................. S4I
‘Scarlet Red’................................................................................................................ S4I
‘Violet’. IPD............................................................................................................... S4I
‘White’........................................................................................................................ S4I
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SONIC SERIES.
‘Deep Purple’............................................................................................................. V4I
‘Light Pink’................................................................................................................ V4I
‘Lilac’.......................................................................................................................... V4I
‘Pink’........................................................................................................................... V4I
‘Orange’...................................................................................................................... V4I
‘Deep Red’.................................................................................................................. V4I
‘Salmon’...................................................................................................................... V4I
‘White’........................................................................................................................ V4I
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OSTEOSPERMUM — African Daisy (Sun)
AKILA SERIES. F1 Hybrid, flowers earlier and more freely from spring to late
autumn. Most compact seed series available.
‘Lavender Shades’....................................................................................................... V6I 2.25
‘Purple’....................................................................................................................... V6I 2.25
‘White Purple Eye’..................................................................................................... V6I 2.25
MARGARITA SERIES. Known for its minimal need for growth regulators,
fantastic natural branching habit and uniformity.
‘Bronze Bicolor’......................................................................................................... V6I
‘Cool Purple’.............................................................................................................. V6I
‘Dark Pink’................................................................................................................. V6I
‘Lilac’.......................................................................................................................... V6I
‘Purple’....................................................................................................................... V6I
‘White’........................................................................................................................ V6I
‘Yellow’........................................................................................................................ V6I
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PENNISETUM — Fountain Grass (Sun)
advena ‘Fireworks’. PP18504. Varigated Red Fountain Grass PP18504. Stripes of red,
pink, burgundy, green and white explode in gracefull arches. Best color in full sun.
Ht. 48 inches. Z9-10..................................................................................................V 1Q 3.00
setaceum ‘Rubrum’. Long red flowers on purple cascading foliage. June until frost.
3–4 feet........................................................................................................................ V1Q 2.50
PENTAS — Egyptian Star Cluster (Sun)
BUTTERFLY SERIES. Performs well in hot, humid situations. Somewhat taller
than New Look Group. Its large flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
12–22 inches.
‘Deep Pink’................................................................................................................. S4I
‘Lavender Shades’....................................................................................................... S4I
‘Red’. .......................................................................................................................... S4I
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PERILLA — (Partial Shade)
‘Tricolor’. A coleus look-alike with rose, yellow, and green-marked foliage. Upright,
bushy growth. Flourishes in summer heat if well-watered. 18–36 inches................... V4I 1.65
PETUNIA — (Sun/Partial Shade)
DREAMS SERIES. Free-flowering tightly branched plants.
‘Appleblossom’........................................................................................................... S4I
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‘Burgundy’. ............................................................................................................... S4I
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‘Midnight’. Violet blue............................................................................................... S4I
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‘Pink’........................................................................................................................... S4I
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‘Red’............................................................................................................................ S4I
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‘Sky Blue’. .................................................................................................................. S4I
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‘White’........................................................................................................................ S4I
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‘Mix’............................................................................................................................ S4I
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MADNESS® SERIES. Compact and very floriferous.
‘Total Madness’. A selection of all the colors in the Madness Group........................ S4I .82
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‘Yellow Madness’. Light yellow flowers in profusion................................................. S4I .82
In 6-inch:................................................................................................................ S6I 2.25
WAVE® SERIES. These wonderful spreading low-growing 6-inch plants flower all
summer without needing to be cut back. They tolerate heat and humidity better
than any other seed-propagated Petunia. Excellent as groundcover as well as in
containers.
‘Blue’. Midnight purple flowers with dark centers..................................................... S4I
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‘Misty Lilac’. .............................................................................................................. S4I
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‘Lavender’................................................................................................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Pink’. Light pink flowers with light centers............................................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Purple’. Magenta with dark centers........................................................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Rose’. Deep rose pink................................................................................................ S4I
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EASY WAVE® SERIES. More mounded and less spreading than the Wave Group.
 ‘Coral Reef ’. .............................................................................................................. S4I 1.15
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Formula Mix’. Pinks, purple, red and white............................................................. S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
 ‘Pink Passion’. ........................................................................................................... S4I
In 6 inch:............................................................................................................... S6I
 ‘Red Velour’................................................................................................................ S4I
In 6 inch:..................................................................................................................... S6I
‘Shell Pink’. A very clever color. Looks good with purple.......................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘White’. White waves!................................................................................................. S4I
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PLECTRANTHUS — (Sun/Part Shade)
‘Mona Lavender’. PP13858. A hybrid developed at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
in Cape Town, South Africa. This lovely plant has an upright bushy growth habit
and covers itself in showy lavender flower spikes. Foliage is dark green with a black
reverse. Up to 32 inches high...................................................................................... V1Q 2.50
PORTULACA — Moss Rose (Sun)
HAPPY TRAILS SERIES. An unusually wide assortment of colors. Free
flowering, drought tolerant 6-inch plants are excellent in the garden.
‘Mix’. From cream to gold to pink to scarlet to white..................................................... S4I .82
SALVIA — Sage (Sun/Light Shade)
— ‘Victoria’. Large intense violet blue spikes on plant 18 inches tall. Drought
tolerant........................................................................................................................ S4I .82
In 6 inch:..................................................................................................................... S6I 2.25
VISTA SERIES. Improved performance in the landscape. 10–12 inches in height
with 8-inch spread. Flower spikes are vibrant, well-packed, and fade-resistant.
‘Purple’. Deep dark purple......................................................................................... S4I .82
‘Red’. Bright red.......................................................................................................... S4I .82
‘White’........................................................................................................................ S4I .82
SCAEVOLA — Fan Flower (Sun)
TOP POT SERIES. 12–18 in. high, 18–24 in. spread. Fragrant. Attracts butterflies.
‘Blue’. PP19658.......................................................................................................... V4I 1.65
‘Pink’. PPAF. .............................................................................................................. V4I 1.65
‘White’. PP19728....................................................................................................... V4I 1.65
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SETCREASEA — Purple Heart (Sun/Partial Shade)
pallida. (Purple Heart). Striking deep purple foliage. Heat, drought tolerant.
2–3 feet........................................................................................................................ V4I 1.65
SNAPDRAGON — (Sun)
SNAPSHOT SERIES. Bushy compact plants bloom early and thrive in cool
weather. 6–10 inches.
‘Burgundy’.................................................................................................................. S4I
‘Pink’........................................................................................................................... S4I
‘Red’............................................................................................................................ S4I
‘Rose’........................................................................................................................... S4I
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STROBILANTHES — Persian Shield (Sun)
dyerianus. Dark purple leaves with pink highlights makes its foliage a perfect
complement to flowering plants in mixed containers. Grows 4–5 feet and is an
excellent house plant................................................................................................... V4I 1.65
TORENIA — Wishbone Flower (Part Shade)
KAUAI™ SERIES. Compact and densely branched plants that bloom all summer
and perform amazingly well in summer heat and humidity.
‘Deep Blue’. Dark blue with light blue center............................................................ S4I .82
‘Rose’. Rose pink with white spots. Very nice............................................................. S4I .82
‘White’. ...................................................................................................................... S4I .82
MOON™ SERIES. Tolerates summer heat and humidity. Outstanding trailing,
branching, and self-cleaning habit.
‘Blue Moon’. PPAF. Clear medium blue.................................................................... V4I 1.65
‘Purple Moon’. PP13723. Dark blue-violet............................................................... V4I 1.65
‘Rose Moon’. PPAF. Light rosy pink.......................................................................... V4I 1.65
VINCA — Catharanthus roseus (Sun/Partial Shade)
TITAN™ F1 SERIES. Big flowers! Titan™ series is disease-resistant and more cooltolerant than other Vinca series. 14 to 16 inches high. Spread 10–12 inches.
‘Apricot’. Apricot with rose eye................................................................................... S4I
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‘Blush’. Blush pink with rose eye................................................................................ S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Bubble Gum Mix’. Blush, Icy Pink, and Rose.......................................................... S4I
‘Burgundy’. Deep wine color..................................................................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Dark Red’. Deep red with darker eye........................................................................ S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Icy Pink’. Pale pink with soft mid-pink eye.............................................................. S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Lavender Blue Halo’. Soft lavender with large white eye......................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Lilac’. Medium purple with darker eye..................................................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Polka Dot’. White with small red eye....................................................................... S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Punch’. Bright magenta............................................................................................. S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Pure White’. Solid white with no eye........................................................................ S4I
In 6 inch:................................................................................................................ S6I
‘Rose’. Bright rose with small yellow eye.................................................................... S4I
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VINCA VINE — (Sun/Shade)
major ‘Variegata’ (Vinca Vine). Blue flowers. Leaf edges are a creamy white and
centers are blue green. Excellent for window boxes and containers............................ V4I 1.65
—‘Maculata’. Foliage is marked with yellow lines........................................................... V4I 1.65
minor ‘Illumination’. PP12132. Golden yellow leaves with dark green edges. ............. V4I 1.65
ZINNIA — (Sun)
elegans ‘Magellan Mix’. Dwarf 12 to 14-inch plants with large, double blooms........... S4I
grandiflora ‘Swizzle Cherry and Ivory’. Large double bi-color blooms. Red petals
with ivory tips. Dwarf 10–12-inch plants................................................................... S4I
—‘Swizzle Scarlet and Yellow’. Red petals with bright golden tips. 10–12 inches........ S4I
hybrida ‘Profusion Cherry’. Early, continuous flowering. Resistant to Powdery
Mildew and Bacterial Leaf Spot.................................................................................. S4I
—‘Profusion Fire’. Intense deep orange-red................................................................... S4I
—‘Profusion Orange’. Clear mid-orange....................................................................... S4I
—‘Profusion White’........................................................................................................ S4I
Zahara®. Disease-tolerant and drought-tolerant.
— ‘Mix’. 2.5 inch single blooms in brilliant shades of red, rose, pink, orange, yellow,
and white..................................................................................................................... S4I
— ‘Yellow’. Bright yellow single flowers. 12–18 inches. ................................................ S4I
— ‘Starlight Rose’. White petals with rose blaze. Color pattern varies by
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Eight, ten, and twelve-inch baskets
size $
ACALYPHA — (Partial Sun)
pendula (Chinelle Firetail Plant). Fuzzy red pendulous plumes on dark green foliage.
Excellent as container plant by itself or combined with other plants......................... V10I 9.00
ANGELONIA — Summer Snapdragon (Sun/Part Shade)
Orchid shaped flowers on airy panicles far above mats of toothed foliage.
ANGELMIST™ SERIES SPREADING VARIETIES. Low growing groundcover. Makes a
big impact in baskets.
Dark Purple Spreading. Deep color, matches series for branches and flowering...... V10I 9.00
White Spreading........................................................................................................ V10I 9.00
BACOPA — Sutera cordata (Sun/Part Shade)
White or Blue.................................................................................................................. V10I 9.00
BEGONIA — (Part Shade)
Dragon Wing. Red or pink............................................................................................. S10I9.00
Richmondensis. Pink blooms. Upright stems to 2 feet tall............................................. V10I 9.00
‘Santa Cruz Sunset’. Large, shatterproof, fiery red-orange flowers and deep green
foliage. Heat, drought, and rain tolerant, self-cleaning, cascade habit........................ S10I9.00
TUBEROUS BEGONIAS.
Amstel Group. Rose, pink, orange, or red................................................................. V10I 9.00
Dragon Group........................................................................................................... V10I 9.00
Illumination Group................................................................................................... V10I 9.00
Solenia Group. Cherry, dark pink, light pink, light yellow, salmon coral................. V10I 9.00
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CALIBRACHOA — (Sun/Bright Shade)
LINDURA® SERIES. Compact habit, early flowering, uniform, assorted colors.
Light Blue, Red, Purple, Pink, White or Yellow.......................................................... V10I 9.00
TRIXI™ MIXES. Attractive color combinations.
Superbells Series. PPAF. Cherry, Peach, Plum, Terra Cotta, Red, Pink, Yellow, White..V10I 9.00
Superbells Mixed Per Basket.......................................................................................... V10I 9.00
CHLOROPHYTUM — Variegated Spider Plant
comosum ‘Vittatum’....................................................................................................... V8I 6.00
COLEUS — Solenostemon (Sun)
Assorted Sun Coleus. See Coleus list on pages 53-54. One variety per basket.............. V10I 9.00
FUCHSIA — (Part Shade)
Assorted colors. Pinks, purples, whites, reds................................................................... V10I 9.00
GERANIUM — (Sun)
IVY GERANIUM.
Assorted colors. Lilac, Purple, Merlot, Rose, Red, Pink, Bi-color, White, Salmon,
and more................................................................................................................ V10I 9.00
LEMON GERANIUM.
Citronella Scented Geranium. Deeply toothed green foliage with strong lemon
fragrance. Insignificant flowers............................................................................... V10I 9.00
SURVIVOR® SERIES. Uniform habit, strong vigor and superior branching ensures continued flowering. Bright large-headed flowers.
Lavender, Pink, Red.................................................................................................... V10I 9.00
IMPATIENS — (Shade)
Musica Series. Fully double, delicately formed rosebud flowers deliver a continuous
dazzling display of irrisistible color. Part shade/shade.................................................. V10I 9.00
Fiesta Series. Patented. Double flowers, like little roses. Appleblossom, Lavender
Orchid, Pink Ruffle, Purple Piñata, Rose, Salmon, Sparkler Hot Pink, Sparkler
Orange, Sunrise, Salsa Red, White.............................................................................. V10I 9.00
LANTANA — (Sun)
Assorted Lantana. See Lantana list on page 56 for varieties.
One variety per basket. ............................................................................................... V10I 9.00
NEW GUINEA IMPATIENS
TAMARINDA® Group. A vigorous NGI with large or extra-large flowers and
fantastic branching. Very uniform. Amethyst, Dark Red, Dark Salmon, Orange,
Pink, Purple, Red Bi-color, True Pink, Violet, White................................................. V10I 9.00
SONIC GROUP.
Assorted colors. Cherry, Hot Rose with Gold, Red with Gold, Light Pink, Magic
Pink, Scarlet Blush, Sweet Burgundy, Sweet Cherry, Sweet Purple, Sweet
Orange, Sweet Red, White..................................................................................... V10I 9.00
PETUNIA — (Sun/Part Shade)
GLOW™ SERIES.
Assorted Colors........................................................................................................... V10I 9.00
PICNIC™ SERIES.
SANGUNA™ SERIES.
SUNCATCHER™ SERIES. Gorgeous, prolific flowers all along the stems
through summer into fall. Award-winning performance in containers.
Assorted colors. Dark Lavender Vein, Lavender, Plum Vein, Purple, Salmon Vein,
Sapphire, White...................................................................................................... V10I 9.00
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SUPERCAL® SERIES.
SUPERTUNIA® SERIES. Award winning petunias with wide
color selection and heat tolerance. Patented.
Assorted colors, including: Bermuda Beach, Cotton Candy, Double Dark Blue,
Double Pink, Lavender Pink, Lemon Plume, Mini Blue, Mini Blue Veined,
Mini Bright Pink, Mini Purple, Priscilla, Raspberry Blast, Royal Magenta,
Royal Velvet, White................................................................................................ V10I 9.00
SURFINA SERIES. Assorted colors............................................................................. V10I 9.00
SCAEVOLA — (Sun)
Assorted colors. Blue, White, Pink................................................................................. V10I 9.00
SETCREASEA — (Sun/Partial Shade)
Purple Heart. .................................................................................................................. V8I 6.00
TORENIA — (Part Shade)
Assorted colors. Rose, Violet, Blue................................................................................. V10I 9.00
VERBENA — (Sun)
‘Homestead Purple’........................................................................................................ V10I 9.00
‘Assorted Colors’............................................................................................................. V10I 9.00
 LANAI SERIES. Assorted colors................................................................................... V10I 9.00
MIXED ANNUAL BASKET
A carefully selected mixture of our annuals in a twelve-inch terracotta-colored hanging
basket.
Mixed annuals................................................................................................................. 10I9.00
Mixed annuals................................................................................................................. 12I15.00
Pansies
Four-inch pansies are sold in flats of 18 per variety
4” SPRING PANSY PRODUCTION
DELTA SERIES
Medium-sized 2.5 to 3-inch blooms.
Blue Blotch....................................................................................................... S4I
Lavender Blue Shades...................................................................................... S4I
Mix Citrus........................................................................................................ S4I
Pink Shades...................................................................................................... S4I
Premium Beaconsfield..................................................................................... S4I
Premium Mix Blotch. Assorted blotched varieties........................................... S4I
Premium Pure Light Blue............................................................................... S4I
Premium Pure Primrose.................................................................................. S4I
Premium Pure Violet....................................................................................... S4I
Premium Pure White....................................................................................... S4I
Premium Pure Yellow....................................................................................... S4I
Premium Red Blotch.......................................................................................S 4I
Premium Rose Blotch......................................................................................S 4I
Premium True Blue.......................................................................................... S4I
Premium White Blotch................................................................................... S4I
Premium Yellow Blotch................................................................................... S4I
Pure Deep Orange........................................................................................... S4I
Pure Red........................................................................................................... S4I
Pure Rose.......................................................................................................... S4I
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MATRIX SERIES
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Medium-large 2.5-3 inch flowers on short, strong stems; excellent branching
habit.
Blue Blotch.......................................................................................................S 4I
Deep Blue Blotch............................................................................................. S4I
Deep Orange....................................................................................................S 4I
Light Blue.........................................................................................................S 4I
Mix Clear.......................................................................................................... S4I
Morpheus......................................................................................................... S4I
Purple. ............................................................................................................. S4I
Red Blotch........................................................................................................ S4I
Rose..................................................................................................................S 4I
Rose Blotch...................................................................................................... S4I
Scarlet...............................................................................................................S 4I
True Blue..........................................................................................................S 4I
White. .............................................................................................................. S4I
White Blotch. .................................................................................................. S4I
Yellow................................................................................................................ S4I
Yellow Blotch.................................................................................................... S4I
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PENNY SERIES. Early to flower. Plentiful 1-inch blooms on 6-inch
high plants. Excellent cool weather plant.
Deep Blue......................................................................................................... S4I
Mix Citrus........................................................................................................ S4I
Mix Lane........................................................................................................... S4I
Orange.............................................................................................................. S4I
Violet................................................................................................................. S4I
White................................................................................................................ S4I
Yellow Clear...................................................................................................... S4I
Yellow Jump-Up............................................................................................... S4I
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Coconut Swirl. Cream with lavender picotee................................................... S4I .82
Orange Duet.................................................................................................... S4I .82
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6” SPRING PANSY PRODUCTION
DELTA SERIES
Premium White Blotch................................................................................... S6I
Premium Pure White....................................................................................... S6I
Premium Yellow Blotch................................................................................... S6I
Premium Pure Yellow....................................................................................... S6I
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Deep Blue Blotch............................................................................................. S6I 2.25
Deep Orange....................................................................................................S 6I 2.25
Light Blue.........................................................................................................S 6I 2.25
Mix Clear.......................................................................................................... S6I 2.25
Purple. ............................................................................................................. S6I 2.25
True Blue..........................................................................................................S 6I 2.25
Rose..................................................................................................................S 6I 2.25
Scarlet...............................................................................................................S 6I 2.25
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White................................................................................................................S6I 2.25
Yellow................................................................................................................ S6I 2.25
4” FALL PANSY PRODUCTION
DELTA SERIES
Fire. A mix of fiery golden and scarlet shades with mahogany accents............. S4I
Lavender Blue Shades...................................................................................... S4I
Pink Shades...................................................................................................... S4I
Pure Primrose................................................................................................... S4I
Pure White........................................................................................................ S4I
Tapestry............................................................................................................. S4I
Violet White..................................................................................................... S4I
Yellow Blotch.................................................................................................... S4I
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HALLOWEEN SERIES
Medium-sized 2.5 to 3 inch flowers.
Halloween II..................................................................................................... S4I .70
IMPERIAL SERIES
Medium-sized 2.5 to 3 inch flowers.
Antique shades. Rose, cream, apricot, peach shades........................................ S4I .70
MATRIX® SERIES
habit.
Beaconsfield.....................................................................................................S 4I
Deep Orange.................................................................................................... S4I
Citrus Mix........................................................................................................S 4I
Clear Mix..........................................................................................................S 4I
Light Blue.........................................................................................................S 4I
Mix Blotch........................................................................................................ S4I
Morpheus.........................................................................................................S 4I
Orange.............................................................................................................. S4I
Purple. ............................................................................................................. S4I
Red Blotch........................................................................................................ S4I
Rose..................................................................................................................S 4I
Rose Blotch...................................................................................................... S4I
Scarlet...............................................................................................................S 4I
True Blue..........................................................................................................S 4I
White Blotch. .................................................................................................. S4I
Yellow................................................................................................................ S4I
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Low maintenance and frost tolerant that out perform other winter varieties.
Small and thick petals hold up in rain and snow.
Clear Mix XP...................................................................................................S
Deep Orange...................................................................................................S
Purple XP.........................................................................................................S
Scarlet XP.........................................................................................................S
True Blue XP....................................................................................................S
White XP..........................................................................................................S
Yellow XP.........................................................................................................S
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Citrus Mix........................................................................................................ S4I
Deep Blue......................................................................................................... S4I
Denim Jump-Up.............................................................................................. S4I
Lane Mix........................................................................................................... S4I
Orange.............................................................................................................. S4I
Primrose Bicolor..............................................................................................S 4I
Red Blotch........................................................................................................ S4I
Violet................................................................................................................. S4I
White................................................................................................................ S4I
Yellow................................................................................................................ S4I
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SORBET™ SERIES. Lots of .75-inch blooms on 6–8 inch plants.
Coconut Swirl. Cream with lavender picotee.................................................... S4I .70
Orange Duet..................................................................................................... S4I .70
6” FALL PANSY PRODUCTION
DELTA SERIES
Beaconsfield..................................................................................................... S6I
Fire. A mix of fiery golden and scarlet shades with mahogany accents............. S6I
Pure Light Blue................................................................................................ S6I
Pure Primrose................................................................................................... S6I
Pure Red........................................................................................................... S6I
Pure Violet........................................................................................................ S6I
Pure White........................................................................................................ S6I
White Blotch.................................................................................................... S6I
Yellow Blotch.................................................................................................... S6I
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Beaconsfield. ...................................................................................................S 6I
Citrus Mix. ......................................................................................................S 6I
Clear Mix.......................................................................................................... S6I
Deep Blue Blotch.............................................................................................S 6I
Light Blue Improved....................................................................................... S6I
Mix Blotch........................................................................................................ S6I
Deep Orange....................................................................................................S6I
Purple. ............................................................................................................. S6I
Rose................................................................................................................... S6I
Scarlet. .............................................................................................................S 6I
True Blue..........................................................................................................S 6I
White Blotch. .................................................................................................. S6I
Yellow................................................................................................................ S6I
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PANOLA XP SERIES
Low mantience and Frost Tolerant that out perform other winter varieties.
Small and thick petals hold up in rain and snow.
Clear Mix XP...................................................................................................S
Deep Orange XP.............................................................................................S
Purple XP.........................................................................................................S
Scarlet XP.........................................................................................................S
True Blue XP....................................................................................................S
White XP..........................................................................................................S
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Deep Blue......................................................................................................... S4I
Red Blotch........................................................................................................ S4I
Yellow................................................................................................................ S4I
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Kale
ORNAMENTAL KALE
Dynasty (Osaka) Round Leaf Type. Compact, tight cabbage heads grow 11-12 inches high.
Pink............................................................................................................................ S8I 2.00
Red.............................................................................................................................. S8I 2.00
White.......................................................................................................................... S8I 2.00
Emperor (Nagoya) Wavy Leaf Type. Dwarf, very uniform. Very ruffled! Grows 3-6 inches high.
Red.............................................................................................................................. S8I
Rose............................................................................................................................. S8I
White.......................................................................................................................... S8I
Red Bor. Deep, dark purple with ruffly, recurved foliage. Up to 3 feet tall..................... S8I
Glamour Red Kale. ........................................................................................................S 8I
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Peacock Kale Feather Leaf Type. Feather-like foliage; open, airy structure.
Red.............................................................................................................................. S8I 2.00
White.......................................................................................................................... S8I 2.00
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Design Aid for Landscapers
aesthetic Considerations
Architectural (Bold Foliage):
Acanthus
Actaea
Arisaema ringens
Angelica gigas
Canna
Colocasia
Ensete
Fargesia
Helleborus
Hibiscus
Kirengeshoma
Ligularia
Miscanthus
Musa
Osmunda species
Rodgersia tabularis
Rohdea japonica
Rudbeckia maxima
Acanthus
Acorus
Ajuga
Alchemilla
Althernanthera
Amsonia hubrichtii
Artemisia
Arum italicum Pictum
Asarum
Aster ‘Lady In Black’
Bergenia
Brunnera
Caladium
Canna
Carex
Coleus
Corydalis
Dianthus
Dicentra eximia
Epimedium
Eryngium
Eucalyptus
Euphorbia
Farfugium
Ferns
Galium
Geranium
Hakonechloa
Helichrysum
Helictotrichon
Helleborus
Heuchera
Hosta
Imperata
Ipomoea
Iris cristata
Lewisia
Leymus ‘Blue Dune’
Ligularia
Lysimachia nummularia
Lysimachia minutissima
Ophiopogon
Origanum
Pachysandra
Penstemon ‘Husker Red’
Phlox stolonifera
Polemonium reptans
Pulmonaria
Rodgersia
Rohdea
Rubus calcynoides
Sagina subulata
Santolina
Sarcococca
Sedum
Sempervivum
Senecio aureus
Setcreasea
Stachys
Stylophorum
Tiarella
Viola koreana
Waldsteinia ternata
texture:
Silver Foliage:
Achillea cultivars
Ajania pacifica
Artemisia cultivars
Cerastium tomentosum
Eucalyptus
Helichrysum
Lavandula
Oenothera ‘Lemon Silver ‘
Perovskia
Phlomis fruiticosa
Salvia argentea
Santolina incana nana
Sedum sieboldii
Stachys cultivars
Red foliage:
Ajuga cultivars
Althernanthera
Actaea ‘Brunette’
Begonia (Cocktail Gr.)
Bergenia
Celosia New Look
Coleus
Eupatorium ‘Chocolate’
Heuchera cultivars
Hibiscus ‘Kopper King’
Imperata ‘Red Baron’
Ornamental Cabbage
Panicum cultivars
Pennisetum rubrum
Persicaria ‘Red Dragon’
Setcreasea purpurea
Sedum ‘Fuldaglut’
Sedum ‘Red Carpet’
Helichrysum Limelight
Heuchera ‘Citronelle’
Hosta sum & substance
Ipomoea Margaurite
Lysimachia n. Aurea
Sagina subulata ‘Aurea’
Sedum ‘Angelina’
Helictotrichon
Hosta cultivars
Mertensia virginica
Nepeta cultivars
Panicum cultivars
Rudbeckia maxima
Salvia farinacea
Salvia verticillata
Sedum cultivars
Sisyrinchium
Lime foliage:
Acorus min. aureus
Agastache G. Jubilee
Carex ‘Bowles Golden’
Coleus
Hakonechloa ‘Aureola’
Blue foliage:
Alchemilla
Allium karataviense
Baptisia australis
Caryopteris cultivars
Corydalis
Dianthus
Festuca ‘Elijah Blue’
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Multicolored foliage:
Acorus argenteostriatus
Ajania pacifica
Ajania pacifica
Ajuga ‘Burgundy Glow’
Althernanthera
Arum italicum Pictum
Asarum ‘Splendens’
Athyrium species
Carex cultivars
Coleus
Coreopsis ‘Tequila Sunrise’
Farfugium aureomaculata
Heuchera ‘Snow angel’
Hosta cultivars
Ipomoea Pink Ice
Lamiastrum galeobdolon
Lamium
Lantana Samantha
Miscanthus cultivars
Pachysandra procumbens
Persicaria ‘Red Dragon’
Phlox ‘Nora Leigh’
Polygonatum Variegatum
Pulmonaria
Sedum cultivars
Thymus aureus variegatis
Tiarella cultivars
Dryopteris erythrosora
Echinacea
Epimedium
Geranium cultivars
Heuchera cultivars
Miscanthus cultivars
Origanum
Panicum cultivars
Pennisetum cultivars
Persicaria
Rohdea iaponica
Rubus calcynoides
Rudbeckia
Schizacharium ‘The Blues’
Sedum cultivars
Sempervivum
Sorghastrum cultivars
Sorghastrum nutans
Tiarella cultivars
Viola labradorica
Hemerocallis ‘Hyperion’ and
‘Lullaby Baby’
Iberis
Lantana
Lavandula
Marigold
Monarda
Nepeta
Paeonia
Pansy
Perovskia
Petunia
Phlox
Pycanthemum muticum
Rosmarinus
Salvia
Santolina
Sarcococca
Tiarella
Thymus
Helianthus
Heliopsis
Hemerocallis
Heuchera
Hosta
Knautia
Lantana
Lavandula
Liatris
Lobelia
Lysimachia
Marigold
Monarda
Nepeta
Nicotiana
Oenothera
Origanum
Penstemon
Persicaria
Petunia
Phlox paniculata
Physostegia
Rudbeckia
Salvia
Scabiosa
Sedum
Solidago
Stokesia
Trollius
Verbena
Vernonia “Iron Butterfly’
Veronica
Zinnia
Fall Interest:
Amsonia
Ajuga
Andropogon species
Aruncus aethusifolius
Asters
Bergenia
Calamagrostis cultivars
Cassia
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
Chasmanthium latifolium
Coreopsis cultivars
Dianthus
Fragrant and Aromatic:
Agastache
Ageratum
Alyssum
Artemisia
Asclepias incarnata
Calamintha nepetoides
Clematis paniculata
Dianthus
Eucalyptus
Galium
Geranium
Viola
Butterflies and Birds:
Achillea
Agapanthus
Agastache
Ageratum
Allium
Alyssum
Aquilegia
Asclepias
Aster
Anemone
Belamcanda
Boltonia
Calamintha
Caryopteris
Celosia
Coreopsis
Crocosmia
Delphinium
Dendranthema
Dianthus
Digitalis
Echinacea
Echinops
Eupatorium
Gaillardia
Gaura
Helenium
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Green Roof Plants
Grasses
herbeum, nubigenum
‘Basutoland’
Dianthus deltoids ‘Zing Rose’,
gratianopolitanus ‘Bath Pink’,
‘Firewitch’,
‘Tiny Rubies’
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’
Phlox subulata types
Salvia argentea
Santolina rosemarinifolia (virens)
Saponaria ocymoides
Sedum acre,
Perennials
‘Bertram Anderson’,
Achillea millefolium types
cauticola ‘Lidakense’,
Alchemilla
‘Weihenstephaner Gold’,
Aquilegia canadensis ‘Little
forsterianum ‘Silver Stone’,
Lanterns’
kamtschaticum,
Armeria maritima ‘Alba’, maritima
kamtschaticum ‘Variegatum’,
‘Pink Lusitanica’
makinoi ‘Ogon’,
Artemisia stelleriana ‘Silver
‘Matrona’,
Brocade’
rupestre ‘Angelina’,
Aster oblongifolius ‘October
sexangulare,
Skies’, obl. ‘Raydon’s Favorite’
sieboldii,
Cerastium tomentosum
spruinum
Delosperma cooperi, dyeri,
‘Fuldaglut’
foribundum ‘Starburst’,
Andropogon virginicus
Carex flacca
Deschampsia caespitosa, flexuosa
Koeleria glauca
Nasella tenuissima
Sesleria autumnalis, caerulea,
nitida
Sporobolus heterolepsis
‘John Creech’
‘Red Carpet’
‘Tricolor’
ternatum
Sempervivum
Teucrium chamaedrys
Thymus citriodorus,
serphyllum ‘Albus’,
serphyllum minus,
serphyllum ‘Roseum’,
praecox ‘Pink Chintz’
Tradescantia ohioensis
Rain Garden Plants
Dry Zone
Andropogon virginicus (sun/
pt.shade)
Aquilegia canadensis (sun/
pt.shade)
Asclepias tuberosa (sun)
Aster laevis (sun)
Baptisia alba (sun)
Baptisia australis (sun)
Deschampsia caespitosa
Echinacea purpurea (sun/
pt.shade)
Muhlenbergia capillaris (sun)
Penstemon digitalis (sun)
Phlox subulata (sun)
Rudbeckia
Schizachyrium scoparium (sun)
‘Suwannee’ (sun/ pt.shade)
Sporobolus heterolepsis (sun/
pt.shade)
Thelypteris noveboracensis (sun/
pt.shade)
Tiarella cordifolia (pt.shade/
shade)
Tradescantia ohiensis (sun/
pt.shade)
Veronicastrum virginicum (sun/
pt.shade)
Viola labradorica (pt.shade)
Moist Zone
Amsonia tabernaemontana (sun/
pt.shade)
Aster divaricatus (pt.shade/shade)
Aster novae-angliae (sun/ pt.
shade)
Dry–Moist Zone
Anemone
canadensis
Amsonia hubrichtii (sun/
Chelone glabra (sun/ pt.shade)
pt.shade)
Chelone lyonii (sun/ pt.shade)
Baptisia australis (sun)
Coreopsis lanceolata (sun)
Chasmanthium latifolium (sun/
Coreopsis tripteris (sun/ pt.shade)
shade)
Chrysogonum virginianum (sun/ Eupatorium dubium (sun/
pt.shade)
pt.shade)
Eupatorium maculatum (sun/
Coreopsis verticillata
pt.shade)
Eupatorium fistulosum (sun)
Helianthus angustifolius (sun)
Eryginum yuccifolium
Liatris spicata (sun/ pt.shade)
Geranium maculatum (sun/
Lobelia cardinalis (sun/ pt.shade)
pt.shade)
Lobelia siphilitica (sun/ pt.shade)
Hibiscus moscheutos (sun)
Phlox divaricata (pt.shade/ shade)
Iris cristata (pt.shade)
Monarda fistulosa (sun/ pt. shade) Phlox paniculata (sun/ pt.shade)
Physostegia virginiana (sun)
Oenothera fruticosa (sun)
Panicum virgatum (sun/ pt.shade) Polystichum acrostichoides (pt.
shade/ shade)
Phlox stolonifera (pt.shade/
Rudbeckia laciniata (sun/
shade)
pt.shade)
Pycanthemum muticum (Sun/
Solidago
sphacelata (sun/
pt.shade)
pt.shade)
Sedum ternatum (pt.shade)
Stylophorum diphyllum (pt.
Senecio (Packera) aureus (sun/
shade/ shade)
shade)
Silene caroliniana (sun/ pt.shade) Verbena hastata (sun/ pt.shade)
Sisyrinchium ‘Lucerne’ &
Moist–Wet Zone
Acorus calamus (sun/ pt.shade)
Asclepias incarnata (sun/ pt.shade)
Athyrium felix femina (pt.shade)
Carex pennsylvanica (pt.shade/
shade)
Carex stricta (sun/ pt.shade)
Eupatorium coelestinum (sun/
pt.shade)
Iris versicolor (sun/ pt.shade)
Juncus effusus (sun)
Mertensia virginica (pt.shade/
shade)
Monarda didyma (sun/ pt.shade)
Panicum virgatum (sun/ pt.shade)
Rudbeckia fulgida (sun/ pt.shade)
Solidago rugosa (sun/ pt.shade)
Sorghastrum nutans (sun/
pt.shade)
Tradescantia virginiana (sun/
pt.shade)
Vernonia noveboracensis (sun/
pt.shade)
Wet Zone
Carex muskingumensis (sun/
pt.shade)
Onoclea sensibilis (shade)
Osmunda cinnamonea (sun/
shade)
Osmunda regalis (pt.shade/
shade)
Salt Tolerant
Perennials
Achillea millefolium
Agapanthus species
Ajania pacifica
Armeria maritima
Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ and
‘Silver Mound’
Calamagrostis ‘Karl Foerster’
Delosperma species
Dianthus allow. ‘Frosty Fire’
Dianthus gratianopolitanus &
allwoodii types
Eryngium planum
Gaillardia
Helictotrichon sempervirens
Spring Blooming
Ajuga
Amsonia
Anemone sylvestris
Aquilegia
Arisaema
Armeria
Asarum
Bergenia
Brunnera
Camassia
Carex cultivars
Cerastium
Chrysogonum
Corydalis
Dianthus
Dicentra
Doronicum
Epimedium
Helleborus hybridus
Hemerocallis species & hybrids
Heuchera micrantha ‘Palace
Purple
Hosta plantaginea
Iberis ‘Purity’
Liriope spicata & muscari
Lonicera species
Lymus (Elymus) arenarius
‘Blue Dune’
Miscanthus species
Muhlenbergia capillaris
Ophiopogon japonica
Pennisetum alopec.
Rosmary officinalis
Santolina chamaecyparissus
Schizachyrium scoparium
Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’
Waldsteinia ternata
Euphorbia
Fragaria
Galium
Helleborus
Heuchera
Iberis
Iris cristata
Lamiastrum
Lamium
Lewisa
Mazus
Mertensia
Nepeta
Paeonia
Pansies
Papaver
Phlox woodland and
subulata types
Polemonium
Primula
Pulmonaria
Sarcococca
Senecio aureus
Sesleria caerulea
Sisyrinchium
Stylophorum diphyllum
Tiarella
Trollius
Viola
Waldsteinia
Echinops
Eryngium
Eupatorium
Festuca
Filipendula
Gaillardia
Gaura
Geranium
Geum
Helenium
Helictotrichon
Heliopsis
Hemerocallis
Hibiscus
Hosta
Hypericum
Iris species
Kirengeshoma
Knautia
Lavandula
Leucanthemum
Liatris
Ligularia
Liriope
Lobelia
Miscanthus
Molinia
Monarda
Oenothera
Origanum
Panicum
Pennisetum
Penstemon
Perovskia
Persicaria
Phlomis
Phlox carolina
Phlox maculata
Phlox paniculata
Physostegia
Platycodon
Potentilla
Rodgersia
Rudbeckia
Salvia
Scabiosa
Sedum
Solidago
Sorghastrum
Stokesia
Teucrium
Thalictrum
Thermopsis
Thymus
Tradescantia
Verbena
Vernonia
Veronica
Veronicastrum
Annuals
Ageratum
Alternanthera
Coleus
Dusty miller
Ivy Geranium
Lantana
Calibrachoa
Pentas
Petunia x hybrida
Portulaca grandiflora
Vinca, Catharanthus roseus
Summer Blooming
Acanthus
Achillea
Actaea
Agapanthus
Agastache
Alcea
Alchemilla
Allium
Andropogon
Angelica gigas
Annuals
Aruncus
Asclepias
Aster divaricatus
Astilbe
Baptisia
Begonia grandis
Belamcanda
Calamagrostis
Campanula
Carex Pendula
Chasmanthium
Chelone
Cimicifuga
Coreopsis
Corydalis lutea
Crocosmia
Delosperma
Dendranthema
Deschampsia
Digitalis
Echinacea
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Fall Blooming
Aconitum
Ajania
Anemone
Aster
Begonia grandis
Boltonia
Caryopteris
Ceratostigma
Chelone
Dendranthema
Helianthus
Miscanthus
Pansies
Perovskia
Rudbeckia
Scabiosa
Sedum
Tricyrtis
Caryopteris
Ceratostigma
Chelone
Cimicifuga racemosa
Dicentra spectabilis
Digitalis
Echinacea
Epimedium
Euphorbia
Geranium macrorrhizum
Helleborus
Lamium
Lantana
Lavandula
Leymus
Matteuccia struthiopteris
Miscanthus
Molinia
Monarda
Nepeta
Onoclea sensibilis
Origanum
Osmunda
Pennisetum
Perovskia
Polystichum acrostichoides
Primula japonica
Pulmonaria
Salvia
Santolina
Sarcococca
Stachys
Thymus
Viola labradorica
Achillea cvs.
Agastache cvs.
Angelonia
Asclepias tuberosa
Artemesia
Amsonia hubrectii
Baptisia australis
Calamintha neptoides
Calabrachoa
Cassia marilandica
Celosia
Coreopsis verticillata cvs.
Corydalis lutea
Delosperma cvs.
Deschampsia caespitosa
Dianthus gratianoplitanus cvs
& x allwoodii cvs.
Echinops
Eryngium yuccifolium
Gaura ‘Whirling Butterflies’ &
‘Siskyou Pink’
Geranium macrorrhizum
‘Ingwersens’ & ‘Bevans Variety’
Hypericum calycinum
Helictotrichon sempervirens
Helopsis helianthoides
Kalimeris ‘Blue Star’ & ‘Daisy
Mae’
Lavandula angustifolia cvs.
Lantana
Nepeta cvs.
Papaver orientale cvs.
Panicum virgatum & cultivars
Pervoskia atriplicifolia
Pennisetum alopecuroides
‘Hamln’
Penstemon digtalis ‘Husker
Red’
Portulaca
Rudbeckia fulgida var. dreamii
Salvia nemorosa cvs.
Santolina species
Sempervivum
Sporobelis heterolepsis
Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’
Stachys ‘Helen v. Stein’
Thymus cvs.
Verbena bonariensis ‘Homestead Purple’
Veronica spicata cvs.
Flowering Vinca
Zinnias
Agapanthus
Ajuga
Arum
Bergenia cordifolia
Carex Evergold
Carex Ice Dance
Carex Kaga Nishiki
Carex pendula
Carex Silk Tassel
Dryopteris atrata
Dryopteris marginalis
Euphorbia robbiae
Fargesia
Festuca
Helictotrichon
Helleborus
Juncus effusus
Lamiastrum galeobdolon
Leymus
Liriope
Marshallia
Ophiopogon
Phlox stolonifera and subulata
Polystichum polyblepharum
Rohdea
Santolina
Sarcococca
Sempervivum
Senecio aureus
Deer Resistant
Achillea
Aconitum
Ageratum
Alchemilla
Allium
Amsonia
Angelica
Aquilegia canadensis
Arisaema
Artemisia
Arum
Baptisia
Begonia
Bergenia
Brunnera
Campanula persicifolia
Full Sun- Hot Dry Sites
Evergreen
Dry shade Tolerant
Iris cristata
Epimedium
Geranium
Astilbe
Aster divaricatus
Hosta
Deschampsia
Euphorbia
Helleborus
Lamium
Chelone glabra
Chelone Lyonii ‘Hot Lips’
Dicentra eximia spectabalis
Eupatorium cvs.
Sedum ternatum
Matteuccia struthiopetris
Mertensia virginica
Osmnuda cinnamonea
Onoclea sensibilis
Primula japonica
Senecio aureus
Polygonatum commutatum
Polemonium reptans
Polemonium reptans
Rodgersia
Bergenia cordifolia & cvs.
Lobelia cardinalis & siphlitica
Iris
Mondarda fistulosa
Monarda didyma cvs.
Pycanthemum muticum
Liatris spicata
Lobelia cardinalis & siphilitica
Phlox paniculata cvs.
Panicum virgatum & cvs.
Physostegia virginiana
Senecio aureus
Sedum ternatum
Moist Soil Shade
Actea racemosa
Alchemilla mollis
Anemone cvs.
Athyrium felix femina
Brunnera macrophylla cvs.
Carex Bowles Golden
Carex Evergold
Carex pennsylvanica
Carex stricta
Moist Soil Full Sun
Asclepias incarnata
Alchemilla mollis
Carex stricta
Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Karl
Foster’
Eupatorium cvs.
Echinacea cvs.
Rudbeckia fulgida & cvs.
Hibiscus
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COMMERCIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Tough, Proven Plants, Aesthetically Pleasing, Tolerant of Weather Extremes,
Long Lasting Show of Flower and Foliage, Low Maintenance.
Annuals
Althernanthera
Angelonia
Asclepias
Begonia
Canna
Celosia
Coleus
Helichrysum
Lantana
Marigold
Melampodium
Pansies
Pennisetum rubrum
Petunia Wave Group
Salvia
Setcreasea
Torenia
Vinca
Zinnia
Perennials
Acanthus
Achillea
Aegopodium
Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’
Ajuga
Amsonia hubrichtii
Armeria
Artemisia
Aruncus
Aster divaricatus
Aster ‘Lady In Black’
Astilbe
Baptisia australis
Begonia grandis
Bergenia
Boltonia
Brunnera
Calamintha neptoides
Campanula punctata
Caryopteris
Cassia marilandica
Chelone lyonii
Chrysogonum
Cimicifuga
Coreopsis verticillata
Corydalis lutea
Delosperma
Dendranthema ‘Sheffield Pink’
Dianthus
Dicentra eximia
Echinacea purpurea
Epimedium
Equisetum
Eupatorium
Euphorbia
Fragaria
Galium
Gaura
Geranium
Geum
Heliopsis
Helleborus
Hemerocallis
Heuchera americana
Heuchera villosa
Hibiscus
Hosta
Houttuynia
Hypericum
Iris
Lamiastrum
Lamium
Leucanthemum ‘Becky’
Liatris
Ligularia
Liriope
Lysimachia
Mazus
Mertensia
Monarda
Nepeta
Origanum
Perovskia
Persicaria
Phlox divaricata
Phlox paniculata
Phlox stolonifera
Physostegia
Polemonium reptans
Pulmonaria
Rodgersia
Rohdea
Rubus calcynoides
Rudbeckia
Salvia
Santolina
Sarcococca
Scabiosa
Sedum
Sempervivum
Senecio aureus
Solidago
Stachys
Stylophorum diphyllum
Teucrium chamaedrys
Thymus
Tiarella
Tricyrtis sinonome
Verbena
Veronica
Viola
Waldsteinia
Athyrium nipponicum pictum
Cyrtomium fortunei
Dryopteris
Matteuccia struthiopteris
Onoclea sensibilis
Osmunda
Polystichum
Thelypteris
Imperata Red Baron
Leymus Blue Dune
Miscanthus
Molinia
Ophiopogon
Panicum
Pennisetum
Phalaris
Schizacharium
Sesleria
Sorghastrum
Sporobolus heterolepis
Ferns
Perennial Grasses
Andropogon virgincus
Calamagrostis
Carex
Chasmanthium
Festuca
Hakonechloa
Thrill, Fill & Spill
Ideas for Containers.
Thrill Plants with height that make bold statements
Amsonia hubrechtii
Banana-Musa
Canna
Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Karl Forester’
Crocosmia
Dracena
Miscanthus
Molinia ‘Skyracer’
Pennisetum ‘Rubrum’, ‘Fireworks’
Pervoskia atriplicifolia
Persicaria ‘Fire Tail’
Salvia nemorosa cvs.
Verbena bonariensis
Fill
Plants that will fill in the width of the pot, creating the bulk
Acanthus mollis
Begonia
Coleus
Colocasia
Dianthus
Dusty Miller
Euphorbia cvs.
Farfugium gigantea
Farfugium ‘Auromaculata’
Ferns
Helleborus
Heuchera ‘Southern Comfort’, ‘Frosted
Violet’, ‘Mocha’
Hypericum calycinum
Spill
Kalimeris ‘Blue Star’, & ‘Daisy Mae’
Lantana
Marigold
Nepeta ‘Walkers Low’
New Guinea Impatiens
Sagina subulata & aurea
Stachys ‘Helen v. Stein’
Sedum ‘Angelina’, ‘Blue Carpet’, ‘Ogon’
Vinca
Zinnia
Plants that trail over the side of the pot, the cascade effect
Althernanthera
Artmemisia ‘Silver Brocade’ & ‘Silver Mound’
Bacopa
Calibrachoa
Geranium ‘Rozanne’, ‘Brookside’
Hackonecloa ‘Aureola’ & ‘AllGold’
Helichyrsum
Lamiastrum galeobdolon ‘Variegatum’
Lamium maculatum cvs.
Lysmachia aurea
Impomea
Petunia ‘Wave Series’
Vinca vine
Veronica
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PLANT SPACING CHART
Spacing on Centers at:
Area in
Sq FT
25
50
75
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
3500
4000
4500
5000
7500
10000
Multiplier
4”
225
450
675
900
1350
1800
2250
2700
3150
3600
4050
4500
9000
13500
18000
22500
27000
31500
36000
40500
45000
67500
90000
9.
6”
100
200
300
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
1600
1800
2000
4000
6000
8000
10000
12000
14000
16000
18000
20000
30000
40000
4.
8”
57
114
170
227
341
454
565
682
795
909
1022
1136
2272
3408
4544
5680
6816
7952
9088
10224
11360
17040
22720
2.28
10”
36
72
108
143
214
286
357
428
500
571
643
714
1428
2142
2856
3570
4284
4998
5712
6426
7140
10710
14280
1.44
12”
25
50
75
100
150
200
250
300
350
400
450
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
3500
4000
4500
5000
7500
10000
1.
15”
16
32
48
64
96
128
160
192
224
256
288
321
641
962
1282
1603
1923
2244
2564
2885
3205
4808
6410
.64
18”
11
22
33
44
67
89
111
133
155
178
200
222
444
666
888
1110
1332
1554
1776
1998
2220
3330
4440
.44
24”
6
12
19
25
38
50
63
75
88
100
113
125
250
375
500
625
750
875
1000
1125
1250
1875
2500
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If you need to calculate the number of plants needed for an
area not on the chart, please use the following formula:
Area in Sq Feet x Spacing Mulitplier = Number of Plants Needed
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