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ACANTHUS - BEAR’S BREECHES
— Requires well-drained soil, preferably a loam, with some shade in the
hottest areas. Plants need to be mulched well in areas with colder winter
weather. Can be invasive.
31949
Acanthus balcanicus
— This wonderful
Acanthus
belongs in every border with its 2' rosette of lacy foliage at its base and
it’s tall, to 30" flower spikes of soft purples, pinks and whites in early
to mid summer. 2 Gallon $19.95
31469
Acanthus caroli-alexandri
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9)
This species is very similar to the more common A. spinosus, but
doesn’t grow as tall. Perfect for the more sheltered, but sunny location. 3
Gallon $24.95
Acanthus hungaricus
— See
A. balcanicus.
31111
Acanthus mollis
— (0°F,
USDA Zones 7-10) This species is tall, growing to 5' when in bloom. The
leaves are spineless, up to 2' long, and lobed with deep dissections.
Flowers appear in late spring or early summer; 3' long racemes of white
flowers, accented by purple stems. 2 Gallon $19.95, 3 Gallon $24.95
31364
Acanthus spinosus
—
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) Soft mauve and white flowers have green spiny bracts
on long spikes, to 4'. The deeply cut, dark green leaves form dense clumps.
2 Gallon $19.95
ACHILLEA - YARROW
— Yarrows are sun loving, and drought-resistant once established. Most
prefer dryer sites, well-drained even poor soil and are intolerant of heavy
wet soils. Butterflies enjoy their flat-top flowers.
31450
Achillea millefolium ‘Colorado’
— Always a mix of flower colors ranging from white to yellow-beige to
apricot to deep rose, just like the colorful layers in a Colorado canyon.
Cont. $4.95
ACORUS - SWEET FLAG
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Acorus calamus ‘Variegatus’
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-10) This perennial grows to 30'', its strap like
foliage is deep green with white margins. Loves stream banks and bog edges
and sunshine. The flower spike on this Arum relative is 6-8'' of
small flowers similar to that in a jack-in-the-pulpit. Also called Sweet
Flag has long been recognized by Native Americans as a medicinal plant. We
are excited to offer this North American native! 1 Gallon $9.95
Acorus gramineus -
Japanese Sweet Flag — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-10) This
iris-looking perennial favors boggy or rich, well-irrigated soil, such as
pond edges. The semievergreen narrow leaves of Japanese sweet flag are 1/2"
wide, and about 6 - 12" long. Plants grow into large clumps from slowly
spreading rhizomes. Inconspicuous flowers.
30281
Acorus gramineus
‘Ogon’
This bold, semievergreen perennial has rich golden yellow foliage and
grows to about 10" tall. 1 Gallon $11.95
30459
Acorus gramineus
‘Variegatus’
— Does very well as a marginal
or submerged water plant. It’s dark green, narrow, stiff, leaves are
dressed with creamy variegation. Grows best in light shade. Very nice
planted in masses along pond edges or stream sides. 1 Gallon $11.95
ACTAEA - BANEBERRY
— Syn. Cimicufuga. Plant in deep,
well-drained, fertile and preferably humus-rich soil with partial shade.
Will probably need to be staked for best results.
31148
Actaea racemosa ‘Atropurpurea’
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) Superbly rich royal purple foliage in the spring,
that turns to a light purple- green by summer. The beautiful creamy white
flower spikes that arrive in the fall against the dark purple foliage are
outstanding. Heavenly fragrant. 1 Gallon $23.95
AEGOPODIUM - BISHOP’S WEED
31308
Aegopodium podagraria ‘Variegatum’
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9)
This perennial forms a low, dense mat, which has a tendency to become
invasive if not restricted by containers, or deadheaded before the flowers
go to seed. However, it is ideal for those areas that need a vigorous ground
cover. Thrives in either full or partial shade. Leaves are deep green, 4-8"
long, and are irregularly edged with white. In early summer, umbels of small
white flowers brighten the entire plant. May reach 12-24" in height. 1
Gallon $8.95
AGAPANTHUS - LILY OF THE NILE
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Members of
the lily family with round open flower heads of many small, hanging, flared,
tubular flowers, usually in shades of blue to lavender blue. Some varieties
completely evergreen. Rosettes of long, glossy, straplike leaves, up to 1-2'
in length form the back drop for taller flower spikes. This striking group
of summer flowering perennials boasts many hybrids great for rich, moist
soil in a sunny spot. Protect with a layer of mulch during the winter. They
both blend well in the mixed border and triumph individually as specimens in
the landscape.
32411
Agapanthus ‘Elaine’ — 3'
tall with 8" elongated flower heads of intense lavender purple. 1 Gallon
$12.95
32449
Agapanthus inapertus ssp pendulus ‘Graskop’
— An unusual form of
Agapanthus
this dark blue variety has 30-40 black buds that open to dark blue flowers
that hang from the flowerhead like the streamers from a cheerleaders
pom-pom. Flowers reach to 3'. 2 Gallon $34.95
32452
Agapanthus x ‘Mood Indigo’
— This terrific hybrid is the parent plant to our ever popular A.
Stormcloud. Collect the whole family with this 24'' high dark blue variety
of Agapanthus! 1 Gallon $11.95
32450
Agapanthus praecox
spp. orientalis ‘Black Pantha’
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-8) A lovely large hybrid Agapanthus with the
darkest blue flowers available commercially. Flowers consistently to 3', and
sterile so no worries of becoming invasive in some habitats. 2 Gallon $34.95
30805
Agapanthus ‘Rancho White’
— This is an evergreen dwarf variety that reaches a height of 12-18". It has
narrow foliage and sparkling white flowers. 1 Gallon $11.95
32045
Agapanthus ‘Storm Cloud’
— Semievergreen, to 20°F, and tall-growing. Rich violet flowers will sway in
the breeze above the arching, strappy foliage. 1 Gallon $15.95, 2 Gallon
$34.95
31609
Agapanthus ‘Tinkerbell’ —
This hybrid is an evergreen dwarf, with creamy variegation along the leaves,
and lovely, light blue flowers. 1 Gallon $15.95
AGAVE
32422
Agave polyphyla — (-30°F,
USDA Zones 4-7) Commonly called the spiral aloe, is an endangered native of
the Maluti Mountains in Lesotho, Africa. Its name comes from the carefully
placed leaves spiraled into a rosette. It is hardier than most Aloes, but
should be given excellent drainage in winter. Outstanding by any measure. 1
Gallon $15.95
ALCHEMILLA
- LADY’S MANTLE
— Alchemilla prefers a humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. These
perennials are tolerant of sun, but prefer some shade in the hotter extremes
of their growing range. For a second flush of growth in the fall, cut the
plants back and water in the summer. To prevent self-sowing, deadhead after
flowering.
30001
Alchemilla mollis —
(-30°F, USDA Zones 4-7) This commonly planted Alchemilla grows in
clumps 2' or taller, and as wide. The large, nearly round leaves have
scalloped edges, and dainty chartreuse flowers appear in loose cymes from
early summer on. Lovely in cut bouquets, either fresh or dried. While
invasive, it can be easily contained. 1 Gallon $9.95
ALLIUM
— Producing stunning, globular flowers on tall tubular stems, these plants
are related to edible onions, though many varieties are actually pleasantly
fragrant. They prefer full sun or partial shade in soil with organic matter
and sand mixed in. Foliage dies back to the ground each winter. Divide
rhizomes in spring, and remove bulb offsets in the fall. Keep dry when
dormant.
32333
Allium senescens ‘Blue Twister’
— What a great addition to our perennials. This straplike foliage twists
creating a wildly textured blue green mound that will surely draw comments.
As if that weren’t enough it’s summer flowers come forth like purple
fireworks! Cont. $3.95
ALOE
32487
Aloe polyphylla
— (15°F,
USDA Zones 9-12) This is a unique succulent that ounce you see it you will
remember it for its uniform spiral placement of the leaves and its wonderful
slate blue color. It is not hardy in colder climates, however it will grow
as a fine house plant. 1 Gallon $9.95
AMSONIA
— Amsonias will grow in any moist, well-drained soil, in sun to light
shade. They will tolerate an occasional drought once established. Suitable
for a herbaceous border, or to edge a woodland setting. Use caution when
handling, as contact with the plant’s milky sap may irritate skin.
30379
Amsonia hubrechtii —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) An excellent clump-forming perennial. Sky blue
flowers are produced over a long blooming period in late spring. In the
fall, the willowlike, mid-green leaves turn bright yellow. Plants will grow
to 3' tall and 4' wide. 1 Gallon $11.95
31767
Amsonia illustris —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-9) This clumping perennial has broadly ovate, to
lance-shaped leaves of bright green. In late spring to early summer the
plants bear open panicles of light blue flowers on erect stems. This
specimen will grow to 4' tall and 18" wide. 1 Gallon $11.95
32355
Amsonia tabernaemontana
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9)
This native of the eastern United States prefers moist to damp soils. It is
clump forming, leaves are 1/3rd as wide as they are long, 1-2˝", and a nice
green. Flowers of light blue grace the stems from spring to early summer. 1
Gallon $11.95
ANEMONE - WINDFLOWER
— Plant deeply in moisture-retentive soil, where it will get shade to
part-shade. Mulch heavily in cold winter climates, and protect from midday
sun in hotter regions. Excellent for fall color! Note: all parts of these
plants are poisonous if ingested.
Anemone nemorosa
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) This is a
vigorous, low-growing creeper. The leaves are palmate, with the leaflets
lobed and toothed. Flowers are generally white with a pink flush, and borne
in the spring. After flowering, the foliage usually dies back. Grows to only
6" tall and 1' or more in width.
31130
Anemone nemorosa ‘Bracteata Pleniflora’
— This plant makes its presence known in the garden with its semi-double
white blooms, each surrounded by a ruff of leaves below the narrow tepals.
The inner tepals are either white, or white with green tips, and the outer
ones are green. 1 Gallon $9.95
the glory of spring! It is very easy to grow, and
makes an excellent ground cover under rhododendrons and other plants.
Emerging in the spring with attractive lacy leaves, it suddenly covers
itself with snowy-white double flowers. Cont. $6.95
30015
Anemone nemorosa ‘Blue’
— This congenial little perennial will compliment any garden with its
single, blue flowers opening in spring, above dark green, deeply cut
leaves. Cont. $6.95
ARMERIA - SEA PINKS
— Armeria prefer free draining, sunny places in the garden. This is
one garden plant that is tolerant of seaside locations and poor soil. Mulch
or gravel should be applied to the area where the plants are to help
drainage.
Armeria maritima
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Dark green linear leaves and flowers of pink,
white and reddish-purple on stiff 8" stems. Blooms from spring into summer
brightening your day.
32389
Armeria maritima ‘Pink Powderpuff’—
Tight green mound with large puffy pink flowers. 1 Gallon $9.95
ARISAEMA
30043
Arisaema ciliatum var. liubaense
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) This Chinese Arisaema has umbrella-like
foliage that has linear segments radiating from the central stem and the
outstanding flower is dark maroon with cream stripes. 1 Gallon $19.95
32482
Arisaema taiwanense
- Cobra Lily
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) For
dramatic foliage and dramatic bloom without being ostentatious, this is it!
Large leaves with lobes to 1' radiate from the center like spokes on a
wheel, on thick stalks of light green with black blotches. These wonderful
green, green leaves herald the emerging deep, black-purple hood with a long,
almost black tongue. 1 Gallon $14.95
ARTEMISIA
— Artemisias are a group of sun loving plants with beautiful foliage.
They will tolerate locations that have light shade, but they should be
provided with well-drained, fertile soil. These plants don’t like wet
winters. Known to adapt to hot, humid summers.
30826
Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’
— (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) A hybrid between
A. absinthum and A.
arborescens, this artemisia makes an attractive filler plant with its
silvery, felted, finely divided foliage. A woody-based shrub, it can also be
a quick-growing perennial. 1 Gallon $12.95
31920
Artemisia vulgaris ‘Cragg-Barber Eye’
— Syn. ‘Craig Barber Eye’. (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Wonderful yellow, finely
dissected foliage with green striping with tiny white flower heads on dense
panicles in summer. This cultivar can grow 2-4' tall and wide, but can
spread farther by its rhizomes. Prefers poor to moderately fertile soils. 1
Gallon $12.95
ARUNCUS
— Aruncus prefer moist, fertile soils with full to partial shade. Some of
the species, such as A. dioicus can tolerate drier conditions and
full sun.
30753
Aruncus aethusifolius
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Fine
feathery foliage and reddish stems are adorned with spikes of soft white
flowers in the summer. Occurring in great plumes which look almost like
clouds floating over the foliage. 1 Gallon $12.95
30173 Aruncus italicum dioicus
— Syn. A. sylvester (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) . Flowers are tiny
on tall feathery plumes of white. Dark green leaves are on long stalks 3-4'
tall. A lovely addition to the wild garden. 1 Gallon $12.95
ASARUM - WILD GINGER
— Native to the forested
regions of western North America, asarum grows well in full to partial
shade. Give moderately fertile, humus-rich, neutral to acidic, moist,
well-drained soil.
Asarum caudatum
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) This
evergreen low-growing perennial is suitable for a ground cover on shrub
borders and other shady places. It fairly quickly forms wide mats of rich
green, somewhat glossy, kidney-shaped leaves. Brownish red, bell-shaped
flowers with 3 tail like petal tips open in spring at ground level.
32453
Asarum caudatum f.
album
— What a great selection to be
able to bring you. Same evergreen low-growing plant for the shade
garden, except for its lovely greenish white flowers that stand out
better than the usual cinnamon brown. Cont. $5.95
31508
Asarum splendens
—
(-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Thick, arrow-shaped leaves with silver marbling
overlays. Features a clumping, rather than a running habit. 1 Gallon $12.95,
2 Gallon $19.95
ASTILBE
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Astilbe require deep, moist, organically
rich soil. Provide good drainage, especially during the winter. These plants
can be grown in sun in moderate climates, but grow in semi-shade, or shelter
in warmer climates.
31123
Astilbe arendsii ‘Weisse Gloria’
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Late
summer and early fall it bears large plumes of white flowers. Will be 3'
tall and 2' wide. 1 Gallon $10.95
31515
Astilbe x japonica
‘Peach Blossom’
— Peach-pink flower panicles over mid-green foliage. Grows 24''x18''. 1
Gallon $9.95
ASTRANTIA - MASTERWORT
— In general, Astrantia require moist, fertile, humus-rich soil and
good drainage. They like sun and partial shade, but A. major will
tolerate drier conditions than the rest of the genus. Great for woodland
gardens, in moist borders, or on a streamside. They die back in winter even
in milder climates.
Astrantia major
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-7) With basal
foliage that is 3-6" long, toothed, and lobed, this astrantia is clump
forming, 2-3' tall.
30980
Astrantia major ‘Claret’
— Red flowers and red tinted
stems and leaves on a 2' plant for part sun or shade. A great cut
flower. Cont. $9.95, 1 Gallon $14.95
BELAMCANDA
— Belamcanda is a genus of only two species, originating in India,
China, Japan, and the former USSR, and growing in sandy, coastal meadows and
grasslands. Grow in moist, well-drained soil that does not dry out in
summer, in full sun or partial shade.
30386
Belamcanda chinensis —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-10) Called the blackberry lily or the leopard lily,
this perennial is quite exciting. It is clump-forming, and easily divided by
it’s rhizomes. In summer it bears a succession of many showy 2" flowers of
orange with red spots. Flowers are then followed by ornamental black seeds
that are first enclosed in beige capsules. The foliage is sword-shaped and
tall, making the plant look somewhat iris-like. Anywhere from 18-36" tall
and 8" wide. 1 Gallon $12.95
BERGENIA - PIG SQUEAK
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-8) Bergenia are tolerant of a wide variety of
conditions but soil that is too rich can cause soft foliage. Providing the
plant with poorer soil conditions and some exposure, you will enhance the
winter color. This plant prefers some shade, but will thrive in full sun if
soil is deep and moist enough.
30047
Bergenia ‘Bressingham Ruby’
— The mound of rounded, deep green leaves are up to 8" long. The foliage is
maroon on the underside, and will turn beet red in the winter. In the
spring, flowers of a very intense red are borne on nodding cymes. Will get
1' tall. 1 Gallon $14.95
30965
Bergenia ‘Bressingham White’
— Has large, dark green foliage which is adorned by blooms that start out
light pink and then fade to a pure white. They reach 12-15'' in height and
blooms appear in the spring. 1 Gallon $12.95
31673
Bergenia ciliata —
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) Large (12'') fuzzy, rounded leaves and white flowers
in early spring make this deciduous Chinese species a standout. Part shade
and moisture retentive soil. Low growing to 10''. 1 Gallon $17.95
31035
Bergenia cordifolia ‘Winter Glow’
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) Deep
reddish pink flowers bloom in spring, held above evergreen leaves. In the
winter the leaves turn deep red. Will be 1' in height. 1 Gallon $17.95
BLETILLA - CHINESE GROUND ORCHID
— These easy to grow, hardy orchids grow from a small pseudobulb that are
best planted in masses, 1-2" deep in well drained humus-rich soil. Leaves
are long and strappy with lengthwise pleats. Orchid-like flowers are borne
on stocks above the foliage in clusters of 7-12. Bloom period is generally
from early summer until frost. Do not allow plants to dry out, and provide
protection from frost. Does best in partial shade.
32163
Bletilla striata
—
(-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) This little orchid is native to Japan and has
clusters of rose-pink to magenta nodding flowers, up to 12 on a stem. It
will bloom for about 6 weeks starting in early summer. 2 Gallon $14.95
31090
Bletilla striata var rosea—
Lovely orchid like hard to find form with light pink flowers that are
darker in the throat. 1 Gallon $11.95
BOLTONIA
31129
Boltonia asteroides ‘Snowbank’
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Reaching
4' in height and 3' in width, boltonia produces mounded clusters of pure
white florets in panicles 4-6" in width in late summer and fall. Five inch
lance-shaped blue-green leaves will become greener as they mature. Grow in
fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. 1 Gallon $16.95
CERASTIUM - SNOW-IN-SUMMER
30452
Cerastium tomentosum
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-7) This
delightful treasure can be grown in any soil as long as it is provided with
good drainage and sun. The silvery white foliage creeps along, forming dense
mats that are covered from late spring to early summer with star-shaped pure
white blooms. 1 Gallon $12.95
CHELONE - TURTLEHEAD
31785
Chelone glabra — (-30°F,
USDA Zones 4-9) Syn. C. obliqua var. alba. Erect perennial
with square stems and short stalked, lance shaped, green leaves 2-8'' long,
bearing white or pink tinged white flowers 1'' long with white beards. Grows
to 24-36'' tall and 18'' wide in deep, fertile, moist soil in partial shade.
1 Gallon $9.95, 2 Gallon $14.95
31131
Chelone obliqua — (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-9) Lance-shaped, dark green leaves 2-8" long are deeply cut and
veined on this upright turtlehead. Beginning in late summer, dark pink or
purple tubular flowers are held in short racemes accented by a beard inside
each lip. The plants will be up to 2' tall and 1' wide. Ideal conditions
would be deep, rich moist soil although it can tolerate heavy clay or boggy
ground. 3 Gallon $19.95
CIMICIFUGA
— See Actaea.
COREOPSIS
— Attractive to bees, coreopsis should be grown in fertile, well-drained
soil in full sun or partial shade. Deadhead to prolong flowering. They tend
to self-sow, and the seeds attract birds. Have a long blooming period,
especially if you deadhead the old blooms.
31133
Coreopsis grandiflora
‘Sunray’
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Double
deep yellow flower heads, on this plant that will be 20 to 30" tall. 1
Gallon $12.95
CORYDALIS
— (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) Although Corydalis have varying cultivation
requirements, the species we list all need humus rich, moist, well-drained
soil and partial shade.
Corydalis flexuosa —
Fairly new to the gardening scene, this species blooms April-June, new
flowers are constantly opening throughout the period. Small, elongated
tubular-shaped flowers bloom profusely on delicate, graceful stems. Deeply
incised leaflets form rounded leaves, green on some cultivars, purple tinged
on others. A great accent in the garden.
than other corydalis, this one is a spreading, clump
forming plant. Flowers are a good, true blue and begin to appear in late
spring. Given the Award of Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society of
England. 1 Gallon $12.95
32302
Corydalis flexuosa ‘Rainier Blue’ —
Similar to its brothers this Corydalis is a mounding perennial
with delicate green foliage the tubular flowers of icy blue. Cont.
$11.95, 1 Gallon $17.95
CROCOSMIA
Crocosmia x
crocosmiiflora — (-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) A group of hybrids with firey hues from
yellows to oranges to reds, appearing in late summer. Erect, sword-shaped
foliage forms a wonderful fountain of green surrounding the strong, arching
flower stalks that hummingbirds enjoy. The plants will multiply for a truly
striking show. Best grown in fertile, humus rich, well drained soil in full
sun.
31430
Crocosmia x
crocosmiiflora ‘Lucifer’
— This is a taller, early
blooming variety. Upward facing 2" long, deep flame-red blooms appear in
June. Reaches 3-4' in height. 1 Gallon $11.95
32390
Crocosmia x
crocosmiiflora ‘Orange Crush’
— Blue-green foliage with a tidy
habit, very floriferous clear orange, lightly fragrant, and with
outstanding seed pods for arrangements! This cultivar has it all. 2002
All-American Winner. 1 Gallon $11.95
CYCLAMEN
30081
Cyclamen coum
— (-20°F,
USDA Zones 5-9) Distinctive roundish, heart shaped leaves have striking
patterns. It may take several years for the leaves to fully develop their
characteristic markings. Flowers are deep rose, appearing in late winter or
early spring. Cont. $2.50
DELOSPERMA - ICE PLANT
32071
Delosperma cooperi
—
(-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) This great little groundcover is perfect for your
rock garden or dry slope. It forms a carpet of soft green, fleshy,
succulent-like leaves with purple daisy-like flowers in summer. Give this
ice plant full sun and dry sandy or rocky soil and watch it shine! 1 Gallon
$12.95
DIANELLA
30852
Dianella tasmanica - Flax lily —
(20°F, USDA Zones 9-10) A
tufted form with clumps of stiff, rough-margined leaves to 4'. Blue violet,
star shaped flowers with yellow anthers followed by dark-blue berries.
Blooms early summer. 1 Gallon $9.95
DICENTRA - BLEEDING HEART
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) In the wild, Dicentra grow in moist
locations including woodlands. Some are useful for shady borders, or
woodland gardens. They generally prefer some shade, especially in the hotter
areas and are short-lived in areas with milder winters. They prefer to be
provided with very well-drained, humus rich soil. Although they like some
moisture, dicentra will not survive in ground that remains constantly
wet.
31157
Dicentra formosa — This
is a spreading plant with red-pink colored, heart-shaped flowers that arch
above green fernlike leaves. Spreads by rhizomes. 1 Gallon $10.95
30465
Dicentra spectabilis —
(-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) This great plant has a looser habit and less
dissected foliage than the other bleeding hearts. In spring, the
heart-shaped, 1" pink flowers with white inner petals are lined on one side
of a nodding panicle. This one tolerates sun in cooler climates and will die
back after blooming. 1 Gallon $11.95
30600
Dicentra spectabilis ‘Alba’
— Similar to the species, but has pure white flowers. 1 Gallon $11.95
DIERAMA - WANDFLOWER
30050
Dierama pulcherrimum
— (10°F, USDA Zones 8-10) This
native of South Africa is a special form with 2' swordlike leaves and
longer, arching stems that produce dense, pendulous spikes of flowers. The
bell-shaped flowers are bright purple to almost white and bloom in summer.
Plant in sun to part shade and in light, moist neutral to acidic soil. It is
a graceful plant, especially well-suited to areas around a pond or waterway,
or where a breeze can give movement to the flower stalks. 1 Gallon $10.95
DISPORUM - FAIRY BELLS
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Grow all species of Disporum in cool,
moist, well drained, humus rich soil in partial shade.
30078
Disporum cantoniense
—
(0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) This vigorous, evergreen species from China unfurls
its shiny green, bamboo-like shoots in early spring, often with a hint of
purple as leaves emerge. Shoots quickly grow to about 3' and are topped by
clusters of red-purple bell shaped flowers with a hint of yellow inside. As
the flowers fade, clusters of berries ripen to a shiny, dark, blue-black and
are held all winter long. An outstanding addition to any woodland garden.
Does quite well in containers. 1 Gallon $11.95
32000
Disporum cantoniense ‘Green Giant’
— New growth is great on this
plant shades of pink, white, and green, maturing to green with glossy
leaves. Crisply fragrant, bell-shaped flowers on this 5-7’ tall plant!
Excellent specimen for height in the shade garden. 2 Gallon $19.95, 3
Gallon $24.95
ECHINACEA - CONE FLOWER
— Should be planted in full sun and well-drained, rich soil, most are
drought tolerant. Easy to grow and long valued as an herbal remedy; the
butterflies love it! The cones work well in dried arrangements.
Echinacea purpurea
— (-40°F, USDA Zones 3-9) A
super-hardy plant with narrow, dark green leaves lining stems that stretch
to 3' above the ground. At the top of these stems are large, daisy-like with reflexed purple rays drooping from an orange central disk, which becomes
more conical with age. Blooms throughout the summer.
31159
Echinacea purpurea ‘Magnus’
— Blooming from the middle of summer to fall, large, 7" wide flowers
have dark orange centers and deep purple horizontal
petals. Blooms through the
summer. 3 Gallon $24.95
32075
Echinacea
purpurea ‘Razzmatazz’pp
#13,894 — This incredibly showy Echinacea has numerous petaloids
in a mounded center atop a single layer of normal petals. Young flowers
have green centers and as the flowers open the green shrinks. Put some
sparkle in your perennial border! 1 Gallon $15.95
30815
Echinacea purpurea ‘White Swan’
— White-flowered variety of the robust perennial has a orange-brown cone
with a bristly texture and honey scent. Height to 2˝', with flowers 3-4"
across. 3 Gallon $19.95
EPIMEDIUM - BISHOP’S HAT
— Low-growing, evergreen to semievergreen with creeping underground stems.
Beautiful divided leaves appear on wiry petioles. An exceptional foliage
plant. Likes limestone, but adapts to all but extremely acid soils. Tolerate
sun but perform best in partial to full shade.
30101
Epimedium acuminatum —
(-10°F, USDA Zones 6-9) The multicolored foliage of this plant is so nice.
Light green young leaves are unevenly marked with red hues, as foliage ages
it becomes glossy and strongly toothed. Leaflets on this species are
lanceolate shaped, in groups of 3. April-June flowering, these flowers are
delicate and appear to float above the 12'' mounding foliage. A great plant
to place in light to full shade to contrast many of the deep green plants
that thrive in this condition. 1 Gallon $11.95
30079
Epimedium x cantabrigense
— (-30°F, USDA Zone 4-8) Flowers are a lovely orange-red. Leaves are
elongated and heart-shaped. The new leaves are reddish bronze in spring,
turn to dark green in summer and red in the fall. 2 Gallon $14.95
31976
Epimedium grandiflorum ‘Orion’
— Leaves emerge with a coppery cast
in spring and provide the perfect foil for the deep rose flowers rising on
15'' flower spikes just above the 2-3'' leaflets. 1 Gallon $19.95
0812
Epimedium x perralchicum
‘Frohnleiten’
— A good, robust plant up to 1'
tall, with yellow flowers and evergreen leaves of three leaflets that emerge
bronze in spring. The flowering stems are leafless and the spurs slightly
curved up. 1 Gallon $15.95
30109
Epimedium x rubrum
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-8) A low-growing plant (6" to 1') with smooth green
leaves and small, bicolor crimson and cream flowers. The foliage emerges
beautiful bronze, later turning to green tinged with bronze. 1 Gallon $15.95
30892
Epimedium sempervirens ‘Okuda’s White’
— Creeping, 10'' tall evergreen. Exceptional winter foliage with white
flowers. 1 Gallon $14.95
31339
Epimedium x warleyense
— Eye catching coppery red inner sepals, small bright yellow petals and
green anthers distinguish this Epimedium. Grows to 12". Excellent for the
wild garden. Cont. $8.95, 1 Gallon $15.95
30103
Epimedium x youngianum
— (-20°F, USDA Zones 5-8) A cross of E. grandiflorum and E.
diphyllum. Excellent groundcover for shady areas with good moisture.
Will grow to 8'' tall with a spread of 1'. 1 Gallon $17.95
Erythronium
32050
Erythronium revolutum - Pink Fawn Lily
— (-10°F, USDA Zone 6) A native to
the coastal lowlands of the Pacific Northwest found in dense, moist
woodlands. Nodding pink flowers float above green, straplike leaves with
purple mottling. Blooms from bulbs in early spring. Cont. $10.95
EUPHORBIA
— Many of the
Euphorbias
listed in this section are subshrubs or shrubs. We have chosen to list all
in the Perennial Section. Most Euphorbias have significantly reduced
flower parts. The flower is actually called a cyathium. The inflorescences
have many small cyathiums on the end of axes, grouped together usually in a
small but showy cyme. Grown for contrast of interesting cymes to foliage, or
for the foliage itself. A very unusual and diverse genus.
32441
Euphorbia Blackbird
USPP #17,178 — (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) This new selection is similar in habit
to the ever popular ‘Red Wing’. Though has a deep purple black foliage that
holds well through the year. A compact Euphorbia at 18'' x 18'', our
favorite time with this plant is during spring when the lime green flowers
top the deep foliage, WOW! 1 Gallon $15.95
Euphorbia characias
— (0°F, USDA Zones 7-10) Some of the
most exciting for the landscape. Somewhat drought tolerant and do best in
full sun. Cut flower stalks after seed heads form to encourage vigorous new
growth and to prevent seeding around if that proves to be a problem.
30077
Euphorbia characias ‘Portuguese Velvet’
— A small form of Euphorbia,
this one only grows to 18" with convex leaves. Flowers are 1/8" in size,
black surrounded by yellow bracts. 1 Gallon $11.95
30089
Euphorbia characias ssp.
wulfenii
— Great looking long, gray-green leaves cover the burgundy stems and
contrast spectacularly with the full heads of chartreuse. Bushy
evergreen plant grows to 4'. 1 Gallon $10.95
31175
Euphorbia cyparissias —
(-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9). Blue-green leaves turn yellow in the fall.
Yellow-green flowers bloom from mid spring to midsummer. It will be 8-16"
tall and can spread indeterminately. 1 Gallon $11.95
31046
Euphorbia cyparissias ‘Clarice Howard’
— Low-growing to 1' in height.
It prefers dry and sunny growing conditions. New foliage is dark red and
matures to blue-green. Summer flowers are chartreuse. 1 Gallon $12.95
30748
Euphorbia myrsinites —
Blue-green spiraling succulent leaves are spaced very closely on the stems.
Flowers in umbels of 5 to 10 with showy yellow bracts. A superior plant for
the border, wall or rock garden. Grows to about 8" tall. 1 Gallon $11.95
0229
Euphorbia ‘Red Martin’ —
A delightful evergreen plant with color all year long. Stems and leaves are
tinted purple. 1 Gallon $11.95
FRAGARIA
— (-30°F, USDA Zones 4-9) Fragaria thrives in alkali, sandy soils.
Give them full sun to light dappled shade.
Fragaria chiloensis - Beach or Sandcherry
— If you are acquainted with the Oregon coast, you will know this plant
well. It grows on the sand and is a familiar sight. The small leaves are a
glossy green, and it has white, 1" flowers. Very small red fruit, ready in
May, has an intense strawberry taste. It has a height of 6-8" with long
runners and is very well suited for erosion control. Pruning overwintered
foliage will encourage luscious new growth in spring. Tolerant of alkaline
soil, drought and full sun.
30207
Fragaria chiloensis ‘Else Frye’
— This cultivar was named after
a noted Northwest gardener. The extra vigorous plants sport red runners
and create a good semievergreen ground cover of glossy green leaves,
white flowers and red berries. Cont. $4.50
FRANCOA
30024
Francoa appendiculata
— (0°F, USDA Zones 7-9) This native of Chile is related to Heuchera.
The light green foliage is reminiscent of Primula and will mound
close to the ground. Inflorescence spikes rise up to 2', displaying
lovely star shaped flowers whose color naturally varies from pink to
lavender shades. A tremendous addition to the perennial border I can’t
wait to fit one into mine. 1 Gallon $11.95
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