PERENNIAL
ANEMONE
, SNOWDROP: (Anemone
sylvestris): Height:
12”-15”, Full sun to part shade.
Pure white, 2 inch wide flowers are borne singly on bare stems
above the dark green foliage in late spring and again in late
summer. Spreads by
rhizomes. Growing zones
3 to 8.
ARTEMESIA, SILVERMOUND:
(Artemesia, schmidtiana ‘Nana’):
Height: 8”-10”, Full sun to part shade.
Soft, finely cut gray-green foliage forms a low growing
mound. May be trimmed back in midsummer to
control size. Growing zones 3
to 7.
ASTER ,
PURPLE DOME: (Aster
dumosus ‘ Woods Purple’): Height: 16”-24”, Full sun.
Densely packed clusters of semi-double, true purple flowers
appear in late summer and early fall, and last until frost.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
ASTILBE
Astilbe are often used to add a splash of color in shade gardens. They will also perform well in part to full sun if they receive adequate moisture. Arendsii group astilbe are the most common astilbe sold in the U.S. Chinensis group astilbe bloom later and have better drought tolerance than other astilbe. Japonica group astilbe bloom earlier and have glossy foliage.
ASTILBE,
BRIDAL VEIL: (Astilbe ‘Bridal Veil’):
Height: 28”, ¼ sun to ½ sun.
The classic white Astilbe. Lacy
white panicles gently droop at the tips.
Deep green, glossy foliage.
Blooms early to mid summer.
Arendsii group.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
ASTILBE,
BURGUNDY RED: (Astilbe 'Burgundy Red'): Height:
20", ¼ sun to ½ sun. Dark red scapes carry raspberry colored
buds which open to burgundy red triangular flower plumes in early to
midsummer. Glossy, deep green, finely dissected foliage forms
a nice clump. Arendsii group. Growing zones 4 to 9.
ASTILBE,
FANAL (Astilbe 'Fanal'): Height: 20", ¼ sun to ½ sun.
Bright red plumes are presented on upright spires in early summer.
One of the earliest varieties to bloom. Foliage emerges
mahogany red in spring turning green by midsummer. Arendsii
Group. Growing
zones 4 to 9.
ASTILBE,
PEACH BLOSSOM:
(Astilbe ‘Peach Blossom’): Height: 24”, ¼ sun to ½ sun.
Delicate peachy-pink full plumes on glossy green foliage.
Blooms in early summer.
Japonica group.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
ASTILBE,
VISION IN RED (Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red'):
Height: 15", full shade to 1/2 sun. Deep red buds open to
pinkish-red flowers on dense, fuzzy plumes. Red stems and
bronze-green foliage enhance the vibrant blossoms. Chinensis
group. Growing zones 4 to 9.
ASTILBE,
WHITE GLORIA (Astilbe 'White Gloria'): Height:
25"-28", full shade to 1/2 sun. Snow white flowers on dense,
pyramidal plumes. The shiny, dark green foliage provides
tremendous contrast for the light colored plumes. Arendsii
group. Growing zones 4 to 9.
BERGENIA
BERGENIA, WINTER GLOW: (Bergenia
cordifolia ‘Winter Glow’):
Height: 12”-15”, full shade
to full sun. Shiny,
evergreen foliage that resembles cabbage.
Turns reddish-bronze in fall.
Bright pinkish red flowers in clusters on thick stems appear
in spring. Extremely hardy. Growing zones
3 to 8.
BLEEDING HEART
Bleeding heart are native to North America. They perform best in moisture retentive soils and full shade. Often they will begin to die down by midsummer as temperatures rise.
BLEEDING
HEART, FRINGED: (Dicentra eximia):
Height 15”, full shade to ¼ sun.
Clusters of small, rose pink buds open to pale pink heart
shaped blossoms in spring and sporadically into summer.
Ferny, grey-green foliage does not go summer dormant if given
adequate moisture.
Native to eastern North America.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
BLEEDING
HEART, PINK:
(Dicentra spectabilis):
Height: 30”-36”, full shade to ½ sun.
A rapid growing classic native perennial that forms a large
mass of fresh green leaves topped with arching sprays of large,
puffy heart shaped, rose pink flowers with white tips in spring.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
BLEEDING
HEART, WHITE: (Dicentra spectabilis ‘Alba’): Height: 30”, full
shade to ½ sun. Similair
to it’s pink cousin, but pure white flowers hang in chains atop
bright green foliage.
Growing zones 3 to 9. .
CHRYSANTHEMUM
Chrysanthemum (Mum) are late fall blooming plants for full sun locations. Mums perform best in well drained soils. The key to getting your mums to survive winter is to leave the entire plant standing through the winter, then trim it down in spring.
CHRYSANTHEMUM, MAROON:
Height: 24”, width 3'-4'. Full sun.
A large mounded perennial with semi-double reddish-maroon
flowers in late summer and fall.
Allow foliage to remain through the winter to protect the crown,
then trim down to ground in spring.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
CHRYSANTHEMUM, WHITE: Height:
24”, width 3'-5'. Full sun. A large
mounded perennial with semi-double pure white flowers with bright
yellow centers in late summer and fall.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
CHRYSANTHEMUM,
YELLOW: Height:
24”, width 3'-4'. Full sun. A large
mounded perennial with semi-double bright yellow flowers with bright
yellow centers in late summer and fall.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
CIMICIFUGA
CIMICIFUGA, HILLSIDE BLACK BEAUTY: (Cimicifuga ramosa ‘Hillside
Black Beauty’): Height:
4’-7’, ¼ sun to ¾ sun.
Striking dark purple heavily cut foliage on a slow growing plant.
Fragrant, 1 foot long bottlebrush flowers open with a pale
blush pink tinge. Also known by the common
name, "Bugbane". Growing zones 4 to 8.
CONEFLOWER (ECHINACEA)
CONEFLOWER, PURPLE:
(Echinacea purpurea ‘Magnus Superior’):
Height: 40”, full sun to part shade.
An improved form with deeper lavender pink blossoms, large
copper cones, and a more balanced growth habit.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
CONEFLOWER, WHITE SWAN:
(Echinacea purpurea ‘White Swan’):
Height: 30”-36”, full sun to part shade.
Pure white petals with a brilliant coppery colored cone.
Shorter than Purple Coneflower.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
COREOPSIS (TICKSEED)
COREOPSIS, ZAGREB: (Coreopsis verticillata ‘Zagreb’):
Height: 18”-24”, full sun to ½ shade.
An excellent grower with golden yellow flowers on a more
upright habit. Fine,
needle like foliage.
Hardier than ‘Moonbeam’.
Blooms in mid summer.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
DELPHINIUM
Delphinium are stately perennials that make excellent cut flowers. They perform best in full sun and well drained soils. Some varieties may require staking to keep the flower spikes from falling over.
DELPHINIUM, BLUE LACE: (Delphinium elatum ‘Blue
Lace'): Height: 5’-6’,
full sun to part shade. True sky blue flowers with
lavender-pink accents on sturdy, tall stems. Foliage is large
and deeply divided. Blooms early summer, with a rebloom in
late summer or early fall. Best on well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 7.
DELPHIMIUM, BLUSHING BRIDES: (Delphinium elatum ‘Blushing
Brides’): Height: 3’-4’,
full sun to part shade.
Huge spires of rich mulberry pink to soft dusky pink flowers with a
brown or white bee (center) in mid summer.
Large, deeply divided medium green leaves.
Blooms early summer, with a rebloom in late summer or early fall.
Best on well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 7.
DELPHINIUM, PAGAN PURPLES: (Delphinium elatum ‘Pagan Purples’):
Height: 4’-6’, full sun to part shade.
Dramatic spires of very dark bluish-purple flowers with a
white or brown bee.
Blooms midsummer. Large,
deeply divided green leaves.
Growing zones 3 to 7.
DELPHINIUM, PINK PUNCH: (Delphinium elatum 'Pink
Punch'): Height: 3'-5', full sun to part shade. Likely
the deepest pink hardy Delphinium on the market today.
Produces strong, broad spikes of rich mulberry pink, often frilled
flowers with a white, brown, or pink striped bee. Growing
zones 3 to 7. Photo Courtesy of
Walters Gardens Inc.
DIANTHUS (PINKS)
Dianthus are easy to grow, requiring little care. They are drought tolerant and perform well in full sun or part shade. They bloom heavily in late spring and early summer, then sporadically through summer and early fall.
DIANTHUS, FIREWITCH: (Dianthus gratianoplitanus ‘Firewitch’):
Height: 8”, full sun to part shade.
Fragrant magenta pink blossoms are held above fine bluish
foliage in spring, often reblooming in late summer.
Forms a neat, rounded shape.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
DIANTHUS, FROSTY FIRE: (Dianthus ‘Frosty Fire’):
Height: 6”, full sun to part shade.
Double, deep red blooms above soft bluish green foliage.
Blooms in early summer and may rebloom in fall.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
DIANTHUS, SANGRIA SPLASH:
(Dianthus 'Sangria Splash'): Height: 10", full sun to part
shade. Vibrant fuchsia colored flowers have a royal purple
eye, matching wide pinked edges, and tiny flecks of pink splashed on
the petals. The fragrant flowers contrast well with the grassy
gray-green foliage. Blooms in early summer and early fall.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
GRASSES
Ornamental grasses are easy to grow, low maintenance plants. There are two types of grasses, warm season and cool season grasses. Cool season grasses begin growing early in spring, producing their flower (seed) heads in midsummer. Late season grasses begin growing about a month later than cool season grasses, and bloom in late summer and fall. Leave ornamental grasses stand through the winter for seasonal interest, then cut them to the ground in early spring.
GRASS,
AVALANCHE: (Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Avalanche’):
Height: 4’-5’, full sun to part shade.
A variegated form of ‘Karl Foerster’ with deep green leaves
and a wide white stripe down the center.
Upright, vertical form.
A cool season grass.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
GRASS, CALAMAGROSTIS BRACHYTRICHA:
(Calamagrostis Brachytricha): Height 4', full sun to
part shade. Unlike other calamagrostis varieties, this is a
warm season grass that blooms later in the summer, even in part
shade. Purplish red, fluffy bottlebrush plumes age to greenish
tan. Growing zones 4 to 9. Photo
courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc.
GRASS,
ELDORADO:
(Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Eldorado’):
Height: 4’-5’, full sun to part shade.
Green leaves have a bright golden yellow center.
Upright growing with feathery plumes in mid to late summer.
A cool season grass.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
GRASS,
KARL FOERSTER:
(Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’):
Height: 5’, full sun to part shade.
A cool season grass with green leaves, wheat colored seed
heads and a distinct, vertical form.
Blooms in early summer, with seed heads that persist into winter.
The most commonly planted ornamental grass.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
GRASS,
OVERDAM:
(Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Overdam’):
Height: 5’, full sun to part shade.
Variegated foliage has white margins with a pink blush.
Feathery blooms turn tan as they age.
A cool season grass.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
GRASS,
ELIJAH BLUE:
(Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’):
Height: 10”, full sun to part shade.
Fine blue foliage forms a near perfect mound.
Holds its color all year long.
Be sure to provide an adequate supply of moisture until the ground
freezes in fall. A cool season grass.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
GRASS,
FLAME: (Miscanthus
‘Purpurascens’): Height:
4’-6’, full sun to part shade.
Forms an upright clump of green foliage that turns red in
fall. Feathery silver
white seed heads hold all winter.
Well behaved, does not run like some other Miscanthus
varieties. A warm season grass. Growing zones
4 to 9.
GRASS,
PRAIRIE BLUES:
(Schizachyrium scoparium ‘Prairie Blues’):
Height: 3’, full sun.
Gray-blue foliage on a fan shaped plant.
Fluffly silver seed heads followed by a reddish-purple fall
color. Drought tolerant
once established. A warm season grass. Growing zones 3 to 9.
GRASS,
SHENENDOAH:
(Panicum virgatum ‘Shenenandoah’):
Height: 3’-4’, full sun.
Dark red leaf tones in July, turning red in August to wine
color in September. A warm season grass.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
HEUCHERA (CORALBELLS)
Heuchera are primarily grown for their rainbow of colored foliage, although some have showy flowers in addition to their vivid foliage. Heuchera are mounded plants that tend to be evergreen in most climates. Excellent for borders, they will perform best when grown in partial shade (afternoon shade), where they will have the strongest coloration and vigor. Plants grown in full sun or full shade will not have as vivid color and will be smaller. Make sure to have good soil that is well drained and you will have good results.
HEUCHERA, CARAMEL:
(Heuchera ‘Caramel’):
Height: 12”, part sun. A
strong grower with yellow orange leaves and purple red undersides.
Cream color flowers.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
HEUCHERA, GEORGIA PEACH:
(Heuchera ‘Georgia Peach’):
Height: 14”, part sun.
Glowing peach colored leaves with a light silver overlay
measuring up to 8” across.
Creamy white flowers.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
HEUCHERA,
LIME RICKEY: (Heuchera 'Lime Rickey'): Height:
8", part shade to full shade. The brilliant citrus green
ruffled leaves of this selection look wonderful when paired with
dark leafed Heucheras and blue leafed hosta. Small white
flowers. Growing zones 4 to 9.
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc.
HEUCHERA, OBSIDIAN: (Heuchera
'Obsidian'): Height: 10", part sun. Deep purplish-black
leaves have a polished glassy luster. Undersides are shiny and
deep purple. Forms a compact, tight mound. Tiny cream
colored flowers. Growing zones 4 to 9.
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
Inc.
HEUCHERA, PALACE PURPLE:
(Heuchera micrantha ‘Palace Purple’):
Height: 12”, part sun to full sun.
Large leaves are dark green tinted with maroon and have
burgundy undersides.
Tiny white flowers on long stems.
Very hardy and fast growing.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc.
HEUCHERA, PLUM PUDDING:
(Heuchera ‘Plum Pudding’):
Height: 8”, part sun.
Purple leaves with darker purple veining and deep purple
undersides. Cream
colored flowers. Growing zones 4 to
9.
IRIS
Iris are easy to grow, and provide a splash of early color in the garden. They perform best in full sun, and require well drained soil. Iris should be divided often, every 2-3 years, or when the center of the plant becomes bare. Avoid overwatering, and plant with 1/4 to 1/2 of the rhizome exposed above soil level.
IRIS,
PURPLE/WHITE:
Height: 18”, full sun. A
compact grower with true purple beards and white petals.
Best on well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 10.
IRIS,
CAESARS BROTHER:
(Iris sibiricia ‘Caesars Brother’):
Height: 32”, full sun.
Deep purplish blue flowers.
Does well in moist soils.
Blooms after tall iris.
Rapid growing.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
IRIS,
HARVEST OF MEMORIES:
Height: 38”, full sun.
Brilliant lemon yellow flowers with a light, sweet fragrance.
Blooms in early summer.
Growing zones 3 to 10.
IRIS,
LIGHT BLUE: Height:
42”, full sun. Large
powder blue petals and beards.
An early summer bloomer that does best on well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 10.
IRIS,
MAROON: Height: 32”
full sun. Striking deep
wine colored beards with light maroon petals.
Wonderful sweet frangrance.
Blooms in early summer.
Mix with yellow Iris for outstanding contrast.
Growing zones 3 to 10.
JOE PYE WEED (EUPATORIUM)
JOE
PYE WEED, BABY JOE: (Eupatorium Dubium 'Baby Joe'):
Height: 2'-3', Full sun to part sun. A compact form of
Eupatorium with broad panicles of mauve-purple flowers supported on
dark red-purple stems. Attracts butterflies in droves.
Requires a moisture retentave soil. Blooms in late summer.
Growing zones 3-8. Photo courtesy
of Walters Gardens Inc.
JOE PYE
WEED, CHOCOLATE:
(Eupatorium rugosum ‘Chocolate’):
Height: 3’-4’, full sun to part shade.
Striking bronze-purple foliage with creamy white flower
panicles in late summer.
Best in moist soils.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
JOE PYE
WEED, LITTLE JOE:
(Eupatorium dubium ‘Little Joe’):
Height: 3’-4’,
full sun to part shade.
Large domed panicles of mauve pink flowers on dark reddish purple
stems and green foliage in late summer.
Best in moist soils. Growing zones 3 to 8.
LIATRIS
LIATRIS,
KOBOLD ORIGINAL: (Liatris spicata ‘Kobold Original’):
Height: 18"-24", full sun.
Narrow panicles of violet purple flowers on tall stems.
Narrow, medium green foliage on a plant that can tolerate dry
conditions. A clutivar that is totally grown from divisions
yielding a uniformity in height. Growing zones 3 to 9.
LIGULARIA
LIGULARIA, DESDEMONA: (Ligularia dentate ‘Desdemona’):
Height: 3’, full shade to ¼ sun.
Large rounded leaves of heavy substance emerge deep reddish
maroon, turning a greenish bronze.
Golden orange daisy like flowers appear above the foliage in
late summer. Requires a
moisture retentive soil.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
LIGULARIA,
BOTTLE ROCKET:
(Ligularia ‘Bottle Rocket’):
Height: 28"-34", full shade to part sun.
A compact form of ‘Little Rocket’.
Forms a dense clump of large, green serrated leaves with
mustard yellow flower
spikes in mid summer. Requires even moisture.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
LIGULARIA, THE ROCKET:
(Ligularia stenocephala ‘The Rocket’):
Height: 5’-6’, full shade to part sun.
Extra large medium green serrated leaves and stately yellow
flower spikes in mid summer.
Requires moist soils.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
LILY
LILY,
ASIATIC, MONTE NEGRO: (Lilium 'Monte Negro'):
Height: 24"-36", full sun. Deep mahogany red flowers with a
light fragrance in mid summer. An excellent cut flower which
will create an impact in the perennial garden. Growing zones 3
to 9.
MONARDA (BEE BALM)
MONARDA,
JACOB CLINE:
(Monarda ‘Jacob Cline’):
Height: 3’-4’, full sun to part shade.
Also known as Bee Balm.
Fragrant bright red florets atop stocky, square stems.
A rapid growing perennial that attracts hummingbirds and
butterflies. Mildew
resistant, and best on well drained soils.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
MONARDA,
RASPBERRY WINE:
(Monarda ‘Raspberry Wine’):
Height: 3’-4’, full sun to part shade.
Reddish purple flowers and mildew resistant foliage are
characteristics of this variety.
Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.
Long blooming mid summer flower perfect for the back of the
garden. Well drained
soils. Growing zones 4
to 9.
PACHYSANDRA (JAPANESE SPURGE)
PACHYSANDRA, TERMINALIS:
(Pachysandra terminalis):
Height: 6”-10”, Full shade to part shade.
An evergreen groundcover with glossy green leaves and small
white flower spikes in spring.
Can tolerate dry, acidic conditions, making it perfect under
evergreen trees. Growing
zones 4 to 9. Photo
courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc.
PEONY
Peony are one of the longest lived perennials, often surviving 50 years or more. The large blossoms are showy and are the highlight of the spring garden, and make excellent cut flowers. Contrary to popular belief, ants do not cause the blossoms to open, but are attracted to the small amounts of sap avaiable in the flower. Plants peonies in a sunny site with rich well drained soil. Newly planted peonies will spend the first year getting established, and will not be floriferous. Once established, however, peonies have a deep root system which makes them drought tolerant. Plant peonies so the eyes of the plant are 1-1/2" below the soil surface, otherwise flowering may suffer.
The 10 reasons why peonies don't flower: 1) They are planted too deep or too shallow. 2)They are getting too much nitrogen. 3) They are over or under nourished. 4) The buds were killed by a late frost, disease, or excessive heat. 5) There was not enough light for the bud to form. 6) The plants are too young. 7) The clumps are too large or overcrowded. 8) They have been moved or divided too often. 9) The plants were cut back before the foliage turned brown in the fall. 10) The soil is to wet or too dry.
PEONY,
DOUBLE PINK: Height:
36”, full sun. Fully
double true pink fragrant flowers appear in late spring and make
excellent cut flowers. Performs best in well drained soils and full sun. Growing zones 3 to 8.
PEONY,
DOUBLE RED: Height:
30”, full sun. Velvety
red double flowers on stout stems stand up better than most Peonies.
Plant in full sun and well drained soils.
Blooms in late spring.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
PEONY,
DOUBLE WHITE:
Height: 36”, full sun.
Fragrant double white flowers with flecks of red scattered through
the center in late spring.
Prefers well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
PEONY,
EARLY SCOUT: Height:
20”, full sun. Unique
cut foliage is a result of crossing a fern leaf peony with a
standard peony. Flowers
are a single deep red with prominent yellow stamens.
Blooms 1 to 3 weeks earlier than other Peonies.
A rare and hard to find variety that grows much quicker than fern
leaf varieties.
Well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
PEONY,
BOMB STYLE PINK (ALSO KNOWN AS JAPANESE STYLE):
Height: 36”, full
sun. True pink blossoms
with a full, double center surrounded by a layer of single pink
petals in late spring.
Well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
PEONY,
BOMB STYLE WHITE (ALSO KNOWN AS JAPANESE STYLE):
Height: 36”, full
sun. The double centers
of each bloom display a creamy yellow white surrounded by a single
layer of pure white petals.
Blooms in late spring.
Best in well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
PEONY,
JAYCEE: Height: 30", full sun. Fully double flowers with
a brillant rose pink fragrant bloom. A slightly more compact
plant than other peonies. Growing zones 3 to 8.
PEONY,
MAROON: Height:
30”, full sun.
Deep red maroon semi-double flowers in late spring.
A more compact plant than other varieties.
Well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
PHLOX
Creeping phlox require little care, and can tolerate gritty, drier soils once established. An even supply of moisture in the fall will help the plant to emerge in the spring with minimal dry foliage.
Tall garden phlox are an excellent choice to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Garden phlox prefer an even supply of moisture, but overhead watering should be avoided, and plants should be placed to allow for good air curculation to help prevent powdery mildew. When the first set of flowers is spent, trim back lightly to encourage additional blooming.
PHLOX,
CREEPING BLUE:
(Phlox subulata ‘Blue Emerald’):
Height: 6”, full sun to part shade.
A groundcover with bright green foliage and soft lavender
blue flowers in spring.
Well drained soils.
Growing zones 2 to 9.
PHLOX,
CREEPING PINK:
(Phlox subulata ‘Emerald Pink’):
Height: 6”, full sun to part shade.
Low growing spreading plant with brilliant pink flowers in
spring. Well drained
soils. Growing zones 2
to 9.
PHLOX,
BRIGHT PINK: (Phlox
paniculata): Height:
36”, full sun to part shade.
Large heads of fragrant lavender pink appear in midsummer.
Well drained soils.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
PHLOX,
COMPACT PURPLE:
(Phlox paniculata):
Height: 24”, full sun to part shade.
Our own selection with reddish purple flower panicles and a
shorter, more compact habit.
Shows good resistance to powdery mildew.
Well drained soils.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
PHLOX,
DAVID: (Phlox paniculata 'David'): Height: 42", full
sun to part shade. Large heads of fragrant white flowers from
mid to late summer. Bright green foliage on an upright habit.
One of the most powdery mildew varieties available. Best on
well drained soils. Growing zones 4 to 8.
PHLOX,
LAURA: (Phlox
paniculata ‘Laura’):
Height 24”-30”, full sun to part shade.
Fuchia purple flowers have a starry white center in each
flower. Good mildew
resistance. Growing
zones 4 to 8.
PHLOX,
ORANGE PERFECTION: (Phlox paniculata ‘Orange Perfection’):
Height: 36”, full sun to part shade.
Long panicles of salmon orange on strong stems in mid summer.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
PHLOX,
RED RIDING HOOD: (Phlox paniculata 'Red Riding Hood'):
Height 22", full sun to part shade. Vivid clusters of
fragrant, cherry red flowers sit atop strong stems nearly all summer
long. A compact variety that attracts hummingbirds and
butterflies. Blooms midsummer. Growing zones 4 to 8.
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens
Inc.
PHLOX,
STARFIRE: (Phlox
paniculata ‘Starfire’):
Height: 36”, full sun to part shade.
Cherry red fragrant flower clusters in late summer.
Growing zones 4 to 8.
RUDEBECKIA (BLACK EYED SUSAN)
RUDBECKIA, GOLDSTURM:
(Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldsturm’):
Height: 24”-30”, full sun to ½ shade.
A classic perennial with golden yellow daisy like flowers
that have a deep brown center.
Rapid growing and long flowering through the summer.
Growing zones 4 to 10.
PEROVSKIA (SAGE)
SAGE,
LITTLE SPIRE: (Pervoskia
‘Little Spire’): Height:
25”, full sun to part shade.
A shorter and more compact form of Russian Sage.
Small narrow gray green foliage and lavender blue flowers all
summer long. Well
drained to dry soils.
Growing zones 4 to 9.
SAGE,
RUSSIAN: (Perovskia
atriplicifolia): Height:
48”, full sun to part shade.
Airy habit with gray green fine foliage and bluish lavender
flowers all summer long.
Well drained to dry soils. Growing
zones 4 to 9.
SALVIA
SALVIA,
MAY NIGHT: (Salvia
nemorosa ‘May Night’):
Height: 18”-24”, full sun to part shade.
Dense spikes of deep purple blue flowers over a long period.
Gray green foliage.
Growing zones 3 to 8.
SEDUM (STONECROP)
These tough, drought resistant perennials should be in everyones gardens. They require little care, and can tolerate poor, sandy soils. If the soil is rich, or if they receive too much fertilizer, they can grow taller than normal, and may fall over. If left standing through the winter, they add winter interest to the landscape.
SEDUM,
ABBEYDORE:
(Sedum ‘Abbeydore’):
Height: 16”-18”, full sun to part shade.
Compact, upright habit with light pink buds that open to
intense pinkish red flowers.
Blue green foliage.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
SEDUM,
AUTUMN CHARM: (Sedum 'Autumn Charm'): Height:
14"-18", full sun. A stable variegated form of 'Autumn Joy'
sedum. Grey-green leaves have butter yellow, serrated
edges and form an upright clump. Cream colored buds open to
light pink flowers. Well drained soils. Growing zones 3
to 9. Photo courtesy of Walters
Gardens Inc.
SEDUM,
AUTUMN JOY: (Sedum
‘Autumn Joy’): Height:
24”, full sun to part shade.
An extremely popular fast grower with deep rose flowers and
green foliage. Easy to
grow and drought tolerant.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
SEDUM,
MATRONA: (Sedum
‘Matrona’): Height:
18”-24”, full sun to part shade.
A sturdy grower with gray green leaves, burgundy stems and
pink flower clusters.
Growing zones 3 to 9.
SEDUM, MR. GOODBUD: (Sedum 'Mr.
Goodbud'): Height: 16", full sun to part shade. Large 5
to 6 inch clusters of vibrant purple-pink flowers on purple-red
stems. A compact plant with blue-green serrated foliage that
resists flopping. Growing zones 3 to 9.
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc.
SEDUM,
PINK: Height: 24”,
full sun to part shade.
Mint green foliage and bright clear pink flowers on a tight, mounded
plant. Growing zones 3
to 9.
SEDUM,
PURPLE EMPEROR:
(Sedum ‘Purple Emperor’):
Height: 16”, full sun to part shade.
Deep purple to near black leaves with clusters of pink
flowers. Growing zones
3 to 9. Photo
courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc.
POLYGONATUM (SOLOMON'S SEAL)
SOLOMON'S
SEAL, VARIGATED (Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum'):
Height: 18"-24", full shade to part sun. Arching stems line
with variegated green leaves with white edges. The clean
foliage turns gold in fall. Unbranched stems support dangling
white flowers in late Spring. Growing zones 3 to 9.
Perennial Plant Association Plant of the Year for 2013.