Specializing in Annuals since 1987

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Spring/Summer
2015
Specializing in Annuals since 1987
Angelonia
“Serenita Series”
Angelonia angustifolia Serenita
This care-free, continuous bloomer is well-suited to landscapes, gardens and mixed containers.
“Bullet-proof” bedding, heat-loving, with low-water needs. Easy-care, Serenita stands tough through all
kinds of conditions. More compact and manageable than Serena on the bench and in the garden.
Grows in full sun(at least 6 hours)12-14” tall and 12-14” wide.
Blue Skye
Raspberry
Purple
Pink
White
Begonias
“Nightlife Series”
Begonia semperflorens-hybrids, wax begonia
The Nightlife Series boast big, colorful blooms and the darkest bronze foliage of any begonia on the
market, exotic Nightlife adds a touch of glamour to gardens and baskets. Very uniform and early to
flower. This series is a superb performer and an ideal begonia for landscape plantings. Vigorous with a
bushy habit. Grows in Sun to Partial Shade 8-10” tall.
Bronze Leaf Pink
Bronze Leaf Red
Bronze Leaf White
“Dragon Wing” Begonias
Begonia X hybrida
Dragon Wing™ delivers excellent garden
performance across a wide range of conditions.
With a unique beautiful arching, pendulous habit,
this spectacular plant adapts well to hanging
baskets, large containers and in-ground plantings.
Outstanding heat tolerance provides lush, vigorous
growth. Dragon Wing offers a dramatically different
look from standard begonias. Dragon Wing grows
12 to 15” tall and spreads up to 18”.
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Pink
Red
Begonia Odorata “Alba”
This begonia is noted for it's ability to handle strong sun, while
doing just as well in the shade. It features white flowers with a
delicate fragrance and glossy green foliage. Grows up to 3’ tall
and 3’ wide.
Blue Daze (Evolvulus)
Evolvulus glomeratus
Evolvulus, or blue daze, is an evergreen sub shrub that grows in a low,
spreading mound, up to 2-3 ft. in diameter, but no more than 1 ft. tall. It
cannot tolerate wet soils or very rainy periods. Over watering will cause
fungus problems and lead to premature death.
Bush Daisy “Athena Sun”(Euryops)
Euryops pectinatus
Euryops, yellow bush daisy, or African Yellow Daisy is a marvelous addition
to any garden that has a well-drained, full sun situation. This is a plant that
provides sunny, yellow daisy-like flower color against a mat of appealing
finely cut green foliage all season long. It is a tough plant that survives all
but the most extreme warm weather conditions including moderate
drought. Grows 14-18” tall. Not cold hardy.
Canna “Tropical Series”
Canna x generalis
Tropical Series Cannas are a dwarf from seed and can take full sun, high temperatures and grow to 24”
in height with 3-4” flowers. Everyone's favorite for garden-size Cannas that bloom in no time, the
Tropical Series is now available in 7 separate colors -- including crisp new white! All-America Selection
winners for their compact size, large blooms, and ready flowering, these plants are standouts in the
sunny garden.
Red
Rose
Salmon
Scarlet Bronze
White
Yellow
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Caladiums
Fancy Leaf Varieties
Fancy leaf caladiums tend to be taller and have large heart shape leaves. Grow 12-20” tall.
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Celebration
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Fantasy
Moonlight
Full sun to partial shade
Full sun to partial shade
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Red Flash
Rose Glow
Summer Breeze
Full sun to partial shade
Full sun to partial shade
Full sun to partial shade
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Caladiums
Strap Leaf Varieties
Strap Leaf varieties tend to be more compact than Fancy leaf and also have smaller leaves. Strap Leaf
caladiums can withstand more sunlight and typically last longer. Grows 8-16”.
Blushing Bride
Candyland
Peppermint
Partial shade
Sun to partial shade
Partial shade
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Red Ruffle
Sweetheart
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Scarlet Flame
Starburst
White Delight
White Pearl
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Sun to partial shade
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Coleus (Sterile)
Solenostemon scutellarioides
Alabama
Broadway
Large yellow to pinkish to reddish leaves. Alabama
This coleus has burgundy leaves with thin yellow edge.
coleus is an old favorite among landscapers. Grows 16- New genetics similar to Oxblood. Grows 12-24” tall and
14-16” wide. Full sun to partial shade.
24” tall and 14-16” wide. Full sun to partial shade.
Gay’s Delight
Defiance
Large red leaves are outlined in golden yellow.
Not even full sun and hot summer temperatures can
Vigorous, versatile plants are superior performers in sun keep 'Gay's Delight' from thriving. Lime green with red
and shade. Grows 16-24” tall and 16-24” wide.
to purple markings. Grows 16-24” and 14-16” wide.
Full sun to partial shade.
Gold Compacta
Oxblood
This coleus will grow shorter than most other
Velvety leaves of deep maroon with a very fine yellow
vegetative coleus. Grows 12-18” tall and 10-14” wide.
edge. Subtle and elegant coloration on a sturdy, well
Full sun to partial shade.
balanced plant. Grows 16-24” tall and 14-16” wide. Full
sun to shade.
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Oxford Street
Red Head
This coleus has dark red leaves with a slightly yellow Displays bright red leaves that are the truest red color.
edge. A high impact color. Grows 12-20” tall and 12Vigorous, versatile plants are superior performers.
16” wide. Full sun to partial shade.
Grows 16-36” tall and 16-28” wide. Full sun to partial
shade.
Riverwalk
Rustic Orange
This plant sets beautifully serrated leaves of rich
This coleus has lime green leaves with yellow
veins. Grows 12-24” tall and 12-16” wide. Full sun coppery orange with a lighter yellow-gold edging and
salmon-scarlet highlights. Grows 18-24” tall and wide.
to partial shade.
Full sun to partial shade.
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Wasabi
Dark maroon in shade or dark purple in sun with
light green border. Very heat tolerant. Grows 1420” tall and 14-18” wide. Full sun to partial shade.
Durable and rugged for a coleus, Wasabi’s serrated
chartreuse leaves hold their brilliant color without
fading or spotting. Grows 18-30” tall and 16-28” wide.
Full sun to partial shade.
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Celosia “Intenz”
Celosia argentea
Celosia Intenz will grow to be about 14-18 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 12 inches. Its foliage tends to
remain dense right to the ground. This annual bedding plant should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very
adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is considered to
be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application.
Crossandra
“Orange Marmalade”
Crossandra infundibuliformis
Heat-tolerant Crossandra
Marmalade blooms
continuously in full sun to
partial shade making it a
premium landscape plant
in tropical and semitropical areas. Grows 1424”.
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Crown of Thorns
Euphorbia Milii
Euphorbia milii, a native to Madagascar, is a succulent, with thick, fleshy stems adapted for water
storage. These compact varieties can take full sun to partial shade. Once established, Crown-ofThorns requires only an occasional watering, allowing the top 1" of soil to dry out between
applications. It is important not to over water, particularly when day temperatures are below 75F.
Dinni Yellow
Helena White
Karola Red
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Pink Cadillac
Chenille Acalypha “Pendula Red”
‘Pendula Red’ is a unique and popular plant with compact growth and long,
bright red, fuzzy cattail flowers that are easy to grow and can flower all year
long. Great for hanging baskets and summer containers. Spreading habit
and grows 4-6” tall.
Cuphea Hyssopifolia “Lavender”
A lovely lavender Cuphea variety that is extremely versatile and can be
used for small or large containers, combinations, hanging baskets or in
the landscape. Blooms nearly year-round. Grows in Full sun. Can grow
up to 15” tall and 12-15” wide.
Cuphea Hyssopifolia “Brazilian White”
White flowers on glossy, narrow leaved plant. blooms continuously till
frost. Ideal for mixed containers. Height 12-18". Grow in Full Sun.
Duranta "Gold Mound” - Duranta erecta
An award-winning Landscape Elite™ upright shrub with bright yellow and
green foliage that is a perfect addition to any landscape or containers.
Variegated yellow and green foliage. Light blue tubular flowers will appear
from July to October. Heat and sun loving. Grows 10-24” tall.
Ipomoea
Ipomoea batatas
Bright foliage provides a light color for this trailing vine. An excellent foliage contrast in containers, baskets,
window boxes or garden beds. Produces small white flowers in warm tropical conditions, but is mainly sold as a
foliage plant for accent. Grows 10-12” tall and 24-36” wide. Full Sun.
Marguerite
Blackie
Rusty Red
Lantana
Lantana Camara
Mounding habit. Grows 12-24” tall &12-24” wide. Full Sun
Magenta-Yellow
New Gold
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Pink-Yellow
Marigolds
“Hot Packs & Devils”(French)
Tagetes patula
A dwarf French crested-type marigold. An early
bloomer with very large flowers, 2-2½”, on
compact plants. An excellent performer in hot
weather and ideal for late season plantings.
Grows 6-8" tall and 10-12” wide. Full Sun
Yellow
Orange
Little Devil Fire
Mona Lavender
Plectranthus
Very free-flowering with excellent heat and drought tolerance, the plants
put on an intense color display in mixed containers and landscapes.
Upright plants feature flower spikes covered with dark lavender florets
similar to mini-orchids, over fuzzy, dark green foliage that is a rich purple
color on the underside. Grows 12-16” tall and 24” wide. Grows in partial
shade.
Milkweed “Silky Series”
Asclepias curassavica
A must for attracting butterflies as Asclepias is the sole food source for Monarch caterpillars. With three-inch
long clusters these summer flowers are displayed against yellow-green lance-shaped leaves. This well-behaved
selection needs little attention and mixes beautifully with other tall perennials. Once established, they only need
occasional watering but more often during extreme heat. Grows in full sun to partial shade and can reach up to
36-48” tall and 24-36” wide.
Deep Red
Gold
Scarlett
“Northern Lights” Pentas
'Northern Lights Lavender' is a true breeding breakthrough in Pentas. More tolerant to cooler growing
temperatures, more tolerant to low pH levels and equally free flowering in hot or cool landscape settings makes
'Northern Lights Lavender' a standout in traditional southern locales and brings a new dimension to northern
settings. Grows in full sun to partial shade. Grows14-24” tall and 12-24” wide.
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Pentas
“Butterfly Series Pentas”
Pentas lanceolata
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With its hybrid vigor, Butterfly produces larger flowers and umbels, withstands stressful conditions and shows
better garden performance than other commercial seed varieties. Trials show it is about 20% larger than other
seed varieties. Planted outdoors, Butterfly grows fast and finishes fuller and larger. Grows 12- 22” tall and 12-16”
wide. Full sun to partial shade.
“Graffiti Series”
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Nothing outperforms 'Graffiti'® Pentas in a hot sunny location. Bright and beautiful, the large clusters of star
shaped flowers abound above the foliage. Naturally well branched, 'Graffiti''® Pentas form mounds of flowers in
the garden and blankets containers for highest consumer demand. Height: 12-15", 10-14" spread.
Purslane
“Pazazz Series”
Pazazz purslane love tough conditions, showing gorgeous bright-colored flowers in abundance.
These purslane have big flowers and are more upright than other purslane. Pazazz purslane also
flower longer during the day compared to others and has mounding habit. Requires full sun, are
drought tolerant and loves the heat. Grows 4-6” tall and spreads up to 18”.
Fuchsia
Red Flare
Tangerine
Yellow
“Samba” Purslane
Mexican Rose
Samba purslane are ever-blooming landscape/container plants that seem to flourish in brighter sun
and hotter temperatures. They have a larger flower than other purslane and grow flat like a carpet.
Grows up to 4-5” in height and spreads well. Very drought tolerant. Flowers may close on wet and
overcast days.
Bi-Color
Rose (purple)
White
Salvia “Reddy Series”
Salvia splendens
Reddy produces a large number of densely placed bright colored flowers above dark green foliage. It is day
length neutral and performs splendidly in the garden. Grows 8-10” tall & 8-10” wide. Can take sun in Florida’s
winter but grows best in partial shade. Protect from frost.
Lavender
Purple
Red
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White
Salvia “Sally Fun”
Salvia farinacea
Salvia Sally Fun makes a striking expression when planted in masses in your landscape and really is a
whole new generation for Salvia. This plant puts up with bad weather from heat and humidity to
drought and unseasonable cold. Grows 12-24” tall and 12-16” wide. Full sun to partial shade.
Bi-color Blue
Blue
Blue Ocean
White
Torenia “Kauai Series”
Torenia fournieri
Gardeners value Torenia for its superior performance in extreme heat and humidity, and exotic
appearance in small garden settings, mixed combos and color bowls. Also suited to indoor containers.
A great shade performer. Plant in partial shade. Space 8" a part. Grows 8" tall by 8" wide. Best
performance under hot and humid conditions.
Blue/white
Deep Blue
Magenta
Rose
White
Vinca “Cora Series”
Catharanthus roseus
Cora™ is a very well-branched, heavy-blooming plant about 14 to 16” high and 25” wide. Grows in full
sun. Vinca will need to be mulched to prevent splashing water that can spread disease such as Aerial
Phytophthora.
Phytophthora. Do not over water and protect from temperatures under 45F.
Apricot
Burgundy
Deep Lavender
Pink
Red
Strawberry
Violet
White
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Sunpatiens and Sun Harmony
Impatiens x hybrida hort
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Sunpatien & Sun Harmony impatiens are a revolutionary new hybrid impatiens that thrives in
sun and takes the heat. They are the result of an intense breeding program that has spanned
many years and has been tested the world over. Strong weather tolerant plants that hold up well
to wind and rain while thicker petals and foliage are less prone to disease. Grows 24-42” tall
and wide in the garden. Make sure you have good irrigation. Sunpatiens & Sun Harmony’s are
Downey Mildew resistant.
Compact Lavender
12-42” tall
10-26” tall
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Blush Pink
Lilac
Pink
12-42” tall
12-42” tall
Red
12-42” tall
8-28” tall
Royal Magenta
Salmon
12-42” tall
12-32” tall
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Orange
Violet
White
12-32” tall
12-42” tall
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Herbs
Cilantro
Slow Bolting
Parsley
Italian Dark
Basil
Sweet Italian
Mint Mojito
Arugula
Rosemary
Officialis
Basil
Sweet Thai
Basil
Spicy Globe
Chives Onion
Dill Bouquet
Mint Apple
Mint
Chocolate
Mint Lemon
Balm
Mint
Orange
Mint
Pineapple
Mint
Peppermint
Mint
Spearmint
Lavender
Oregano
Compacta
Oregano
Hot N’ Spicy
Parsley
Moss Curled
Rosemary
Prostratus
Sage
Sage Tri-Color
Stevia
Terragon
Thyme
Compacta
Thyme
Citrus
ThymeCreeping
Red
Catnip
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