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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Acanthus longifolius
Tsnum: 96147
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Bear's Breech
Family Acanthaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Around 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Mauve and greenish white
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 30
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 70 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 1 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea
Tsnum: 09141
Variety
Cultivar 507
Common Name Hybrid Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 8-10 inches
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, cut flowers fresh or dried
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Peach to Pink
Flower Size: clusters up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 2 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea
Tsnum: 17055
Variety
Cultivar New Vintage™ Red
Common Name New Vintage™ Red Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 11in
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 10
Bed: New
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 3 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea
Tsnum: 17054
Variety
Cultivar New Vintage™ Rose
Common Name New Vintage™ Rose Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 10
Bed: New
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 4 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea
Tsnum: 17056
Variety
Cultivar New Vintage™ Violet
Common Name New Vintage™ Violet Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 60
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 10 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 20
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 30
Bed: New
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 5 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea filipendulina
Tsnum: 80193
Variety -0-
Cultivar Coronation Gold
Common Name Coronation Gold Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 2.5 feet
Source Springbrook Gardens
Plant Width: 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Pale greyish green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, cut flowers fresh or dried
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 5
6/14 30
6/28 90
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 50 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 50
Bed: A
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 6 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea filipendulina
Tsnum: 84206
Variety -0-6
Cultivar Parker's Variety
Common Name Parker Fernleaf Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Spreads over 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright, spreading
Foliage Color: Light green to greyish-green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, cut flowers fresh or dried
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed A, fair in bed C
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 50
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 30 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: A
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 7 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea millefolium
Tsnum: 76040
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Common Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 10
6/14 30
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 60 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7 30
Bed: H
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 8 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea millefolium
Tsnum: 11079
Variety
Cultivar 505
Common Name 505 Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Salmon
Flower Size: Clusters up to 5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 80
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 10 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 40
8/24 50
9/7 60
Bed: A
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 9 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea millefolium
Tsnum: 11080
Variety
Cultivar 507
Common Name 507 Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright/Spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent, less compact than Achillea 505
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Light pink/Peach to Tan
Flower Size: Umbel up to 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 70
7/5 90
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 40
8/24 50
9/7 60
Bed: A
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 10 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea millefolium
Tsnum: 92235
Variety taygetea
Cultivar Debutante
Common Name Debutante Yarrow
Family Compositae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Greyish white
Flower Size: Clusters up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 11 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea millefolium
Tsnum: 82011
Variety -0-
Cultivar Roseum
Common Name Rose Common Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 11 inches in bed H, About 1.5 feet in bed B
Source GM Nurseries Inc.
Plant Width: Spreads up to 5 feet in bed H, Spreads about 9 feet in bed B
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pink, pale pink to white
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 40
6/14 50
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 80 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 30
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7 30
Bed: H
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 12 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea millefolium
Tsnum: 10067
Variety
Cultivar Summer Berries
Common Name Summer Berries Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 11 inches
Source Takii
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Red to yellow
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 13 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea millefolium
Tsnum: 10102
Variety
Cultivar Tutti Frutti Strawberry Delight
Common Name Tutti Frutti Strawberry Delight Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 19 inches
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow to red
Flower Size: Clusters up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: D
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 14 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea sibirica
Tsnum: 99185
Variety
Cultivar Love Parade
Common Name Love Parade Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Jelitto Perennial Seeds
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 2 feet tall
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 20
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 30
7/12 20
6/21 100 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GD
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 15 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea teretifolia
Tsnum: 98002
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 16 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea x
Tsnum: 84129
Variety -0-
Cultivar Moonshine
Common Name Moonshine Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 17 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Light grayish green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut or dried flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: clusters 2-5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7 20
6/14 30
6/28 50
7/5 60
7/12 70
6/21 40 7/19 80
7/26 90
8/9 100
8/16
8/24
9/7 30
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 17 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Achillea x hybrida
Tsnum: 97212
Variety
Cultivar Anthea
Common Name Anthea Yarrow
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 30
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 70 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 40
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 18 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Actaea racemosa
Tsnum: 12000
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Black Cohosh
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 1 foot
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 7 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 10
7/5 60
7/12 80
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 40
8/9 20
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 19 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aegopodium podagraria
Tsnum: 81211
Variety -0-
Cultivar variegatum
Common Name Snow-on-the-Mountain
Family Apiaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: About 15 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated medium green with white leaf margins
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: good
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size: clusters up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: good
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 30
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 40 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 20 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache
Tsnum: 12135
Variety
Cultivar Desert Solstice
Common Name Desert Solstice Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: about 2 feet
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: about 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright, clump
Foliage Color: Medium green to blue green
Landscape Uses: Borders, xeric, fragrant flowers and foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Dark pink
Flower Size: 1-2 inch length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 30
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GB
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 21 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache
Tsnum: 14117
Variety
Cultivar Kudos Ambrosia
Common Name Kudos Ambrosia Dwarf Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Deep Pink-Purple
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 16 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GB
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 22 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache
Tsnum: 14114
Variety
Cultivar Kudos Gold
Common Name Kudos Gold Dwarf Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Golden Orange
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 foot
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: J
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 23 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache
Tsnum: 14115
Variety
Cultivar Kudos Mandarin
Common Name Kudos Mandarin Dwarf Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Light Orange
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 13 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: G
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache
Tsnum: 14118
Variety
Cultivar Kudos Silver Blue
Common Name Kudos Silver Blue Dwarf Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 20 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache
Tsnum: 17103
Variety
Cultivar Morello
Common Name Morello Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache
Tsnum: 14138
Variety
Cultivar Rosie Posie
Common Name Rosie Posie Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Walters Gardens/Proven Winners
Plant Width: About 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Magenta
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 - 2.5 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 60
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: A
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache barberi
Tsnum: 17038
Variety
Cultivar Bolero
Common Name Bolero Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 21 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 19 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache cana
Tsnum: 17037
Variety
Cultivar Firebird
Common Name Firebird Hummingbird Mint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 22 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Agastache foeniculum
Tsnum: 99148
Variety
Cultivar Blue Fortune
Common Name Blue Fortune Anise Hyssop
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Lavender purple
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Ajuga reptans
Tsnum: 80174
Variety -0-
Cultivar Bronze Beauty
Common Name Bronze Beauty Bugleweed
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 1About 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Purple to green
Landscape Uses: Groundcover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size: Less than 1 inch in size
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 7 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 10
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: D
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Ajuga reptans
Tsnum: 15160
Variety
Cultivar Burgundy Glow
Common Name Burgundy Glow Bugleweed
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: groundcover
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy with purple
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 5
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Ajuga reptans
Tsnum: 11061
Variety
Cultivar Dixie Chip
Common Name Dixie Chip Bugleweed
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 5 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Dark green to purple
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 10
5/31 5
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Ajuga reptans
Tsnum: 12041
Variety
Cultivar Party Colors
Common Name Party Colors Bugleweed
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Purple, green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Blue/violet
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 1 inch, not showy
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 3 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Akebia quinata
Tsnum: 12001
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Chocolate Vine
Family Lardizabalaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed 6 foot fence
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Has spread over 2 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Alcea rugosa
Tsnum: 95080
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Hollyhock
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 7.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Alchemilla mollis
Tsnum: 96233
Variety
Cultivar Auslese
Common Name Auslese Lady's Mantle
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 14 inches
Source Gold Nuggets
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium bluish green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Yellow-green
Flower Size: Loose panicles up to 8 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 16 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 100
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium
Tsnum: 17104
Variety
Cultivar Millenium
Common Name Millenium Ornamental Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Eason Horticulture Resources
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 50
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium
Tsnum: 04087
Variety
Cultivar Pink
Common Name Pink Ornamental Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source AAS All Season
Plant Width: About 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Lavender, must have reverted back if these plants ever did produce pink flowers
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 5
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 70
6/21 100 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 60
8/16 20
8/24
9/7
Bed: D
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium altaicum
Tsnum: 12120
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Ornamental Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 2-3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 40
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium caeruleum
Tsnum: 11040
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Blue Globe Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size: Ball shaped flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 10
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 20
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium caerulrum
Tsnum: 13127
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Blue Globe Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Bulb
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 100
7/5 80
7/12 40
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium geranianum
Tsnum: 11041
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Ornamental Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: Plant with flowers is around 30 inches tall, 4 inches tall
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 20 inches, 5-6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 3.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium geranianum
Tsnum: 11119
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Ornamental Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: Plant with flowers is around 2 feet tall, 4 inches tall
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 20 inches, 5-6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 3.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium giganteum
Tsnum: 09190
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Giant Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source -0-
Plant Width: Up to 4 feet spread
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2.5-3 feet
5/24 100
5/31 done
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium ramosum
Tsnum: 12136
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Chinese Chives
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Edible, containers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: 1/8 inch individual flowers
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5
7/12
6/21 60 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium scorodoprasum
Tsnum: 11037
Variety ssp. Jajlae
Cultivar
Common Name Jajlae Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet L, 11 inches E
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 3 feet L, about 1.5 feet E
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: up to 2.25 feet tall
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 30
6/14 100
6/28 70
7/5 60
7/12 30
6/21 100 7/19 40
7/26 50
8/9 40
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium scorodoprasum
Tsnum: 11120
Variety ssp. Jajlae
Cultivar
Common Name Jajlae Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet L, 11 inches E
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 3 feet L, about 1.5 feet E
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: up to 2.25 feet tall
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 30
6/14 100
6/28 70
7/5 60
7/12 30
6/21 100 7/19 40
7/26 50
8/9 40
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium senescens
Tsnum: 04142
Variety
Cultivar Montanum 01MS01C-1
Common Name Montanum Ornamental Onion
Family Liliaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source AAS All Season
Plant Width: Around 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White to lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium tanguticum
Tsnum: 92234
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Nodding Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: 9 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2 to 3 inches, consists of clusters of flowers less than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: 2-2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 50
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 80
7/12 70
6/21 100 7/19 60
7/26 70
8/9 50
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Allium x
Tsnum: 01104
Variety
Cultivar 01M501C-1
Common Name Experimental Ornamental Onion
Family Amaryllidaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source All American Selections
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 2.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 40
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 60
6/28 40
7/5 40
7/12 40
6/21 40 7/19 40
7/26 40
8/9 60
8/16 40
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Alopecurus pratensis
Tsnum: 97110
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Foxtail Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan cylindrical seed heads
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 -4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 52 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Alyssum
Tsnum: 17044
Variety
Cultivar Golden Spring
Common Name Golden Spring Basket of Gold
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 11 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 100
5/31 50
6/7 30
6/14 20
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 10
6/21 20 7/19 10
7/26 10
8/9 5
8/16 5
8/24 5
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Alyssum stribrnyi
Tsnum: 17110
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Alyssum
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 80
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 90
6/21 100 7/19 70
7/26 60
8/9 30
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 54 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Amsonia illustris
Tsnum: 96161
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Bluestar
Family Apocynaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Dr. James Ells
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Very pale blue
Flower Size: Individual star shaped flowers up to .75 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet tall
5/24 20
5/31 80
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 55 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Amsonia tuberosa
Tsnum: 17105
Variety
Cultivar Storm Cloud
Common Name Storm Cloud Bluestar
Family Apocynaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Walters Gardens, Inc. /Proven Wi
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: small shrub
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light Blue
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 56 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anchusa azurea
Tsnum: 10041
Variety
Cultivar Dropmore
Common Name Dropmore Blue Bugloss
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size: Up to 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 30
6/7 100
6/14 40
6/28 5
7/5 5
7/12 5
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 10
Bed: GD
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anchusa capensis
Tsnum: 17203
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Summer Forget-Me-Not
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Indigo
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 100
8/16 60
8/24 30
9/7 10
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Andropogon gerardii
Tsnum: 94132
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Big Blue Stem
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 feet
Source Express Seed Co.
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, bluish to red-purple with cold weather
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, temporary screen, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Maroon-tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: Up to 7 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Andropogon gerardii
Tsnum: 17059
Variety
Cultivar P003S
Common Name WINDWALKER® Big Blue Stem
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 61 inches
Source Plant Select®
Plant Width: 37 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Andropogon gerardii
Tsnum: 99186
Variety
Cultivar Pawnee
Common Name Big Blue Stem
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 60 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, bluish to red-purple with cold weather
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, temporary screen, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Maroon-tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone hupehensis
Tsnum: 15043
Variety
Cultivar Lady Julia
Common Name Lady Julia Windflower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green to dark green
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Goos
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Goos
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 20
Bed: H
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone hupehensis
Tsnum: 14171
Variety
Cultivar Lady Diana
Common Name Lady Diana Windflower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet GA, About 1 foot F
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed GA, fair in bed F
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta to light pink
Flower Size: 3-4 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet in bed GA, 1 footin bed F
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 30
8/9 60
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: F
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone hupehensis
Tsnum: 14056
Variety
Cultivar Lady Diana
Common Name Lady Diana Windflower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 30 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 2 feet in bed GA, About 1 foot in bed F
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed GA, fair in bed F
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta to light pink
Flower Size: 3-4 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet in bed GA, 1 foot in bed F
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 30
8/9 60
8/16 80
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GA
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone hupehensis
Tsnum: 14176
Variety
Cultivar Lady Susan
Common Name Lady Susan Windflower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches in bed E, About 1 foot in bed F
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 1 foot in bed E, about 2 feet in bed F
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor in bed E, fair in bed F
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta to pink
Flower Size: 3 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 10
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone hupehensis
Tsnum: 14057
Variety
Cultivar Lady Susan
Common Name Lady Susan Windflower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches in bed E, About 1 foot in bed F
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 1 foot in bed E, about 2 feet in bed F
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor in bed E, fair in bed F
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta to pink
Flower Size: 3 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 10
8/24 20
9/7 60
Bed: F
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone multifida
Tsnum: 15098
Variety
Cultivar Rubra
Common Name Red Pacific Anemone
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: about 2 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: about 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: upright
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: About 6 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 5
7/12 5
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone pulsatilla
Tsnum: 81078
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Pasque Flower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Plant Width: Around 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple with yellow center, silvery pubescence on outside of petals
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5 20
4/12 60
4/19 50
3/13
3/27 Budding
Page 68 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone sylvestris
Tsnum: 08139
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Snowdrop anemone
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: 4 feet in bed A
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair in bed A, poor in bed GA
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, attractive seed heads also
Flower Color: White with yellow anthers
Flower Size: Around 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, attractive seed heads also
Flower Height: Up to 8-10 inches
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone sylvestris
Tsnum: 96146
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Snowdrop Anemone
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair in bed A, poor in bed GA
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, attractive seed heads also
Flower Color: White with yellow anthers
Flower Size: Around 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, attractive seed heads also
Flower Height: Up to 8-10 inches
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 5
9/7 20
Bed: A
9/21
4/5 70
4/12 35
4/19 25
3/13 Budding
3/27 40
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone vitifolia
Tsnum: 76045
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Windflower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4.5 feet
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Up to 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White and pink with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 10
8/9 40
8/16 60
8/24 100
9/7 30
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Anemone x hybrida
Tsnum: 86193
Variety -0-
Cultivar Prince Henry
Common Name Prince Henry Windflower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1.5 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Spread to about 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Mauve-pink and white, yellow anthers
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 30
Bed: K
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Antennaria parvifolia
Tsnum: 94145
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Pussytoes
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 1.5 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: About 5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Grey green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control, rock garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Whitish seed heads/ flowers initially resemble cats' toes before seeds disperse
Flower Size: Flower clusters about 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 4 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aquilegia
Tsnum: 13098
Variety
Cultivar Dorothy Rose
Common Name Dorothy Rose Columbine
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: 3-4 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 2 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Compact mound
Foliage Color: Blue gray
Landscape Uses: Borders, butterflies, woodland areas
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White and hot pink
Flower Size: 2 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 20-26 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aquilegia
Tsnum: 09091
Variety
Cultivar Songbird
Common Name Songbird Columbine
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: 7 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Rose pink and white center
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 7 inches
5/24 10
5/31 100
6/7 60
6/14 40
6/28
7/5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aquilegia chrysantha
Tsnum: 10097
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Denver Gold Columbine
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: About 8 inches
Source Little Valley Nursery
Plant Width: About 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Borders
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good-Excellent
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers 2-3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good-Excellent
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 20
6/7 60
6/14 30
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 20 7/19 10
7/26 10
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aquilegia chrysantha
Tsnum: 00090
Variety
Cultivar Denver Gold
Common Name Denver Gold Columbine
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 100
6/14 100
6/28 40
7/5 10
7/12
6/21 60 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 5
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Arabis alpine ssp. Caucasica
Tsnum: 14027
Variety
Cultivar Snowcap
Common Name Snowcap Alpine Rockcress
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: up to 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: 1/8"
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: 7 inches
5/24 10
5/31 5
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Arabis spp.
Tsnum: 04209
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Rockcress
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than .5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31 5
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Armeria maritima
Tsnum: 88228
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Sea Thrift
Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Height: Foliage height around 5 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, reddish hue in winter
Landscape Uses: Border, groundcover, erosion control, xeriscape, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta
Flower Size: Ball shaped flowers approximately .5 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/24 40
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 40
6/28 60
7/5 40
7/12
6/21 50 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Armeria maritima
Tsnum: 92191
Variety -0-
Cultivar Victor Reiter
Common Name Dwarf Sea Pink
Family Plumbaginacae
Plant Height: Foliage height around 6 inches
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, reddish hue in winter
Landscape Uses: Border, groundcover, erosion control, xeriscape, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta
Flower Size: Half an inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/24 50
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 50
6/28 10
7/5 10
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Arrhenatherum elatius
Tsnum: 84154
Variety bulbosum
Cultivar Variegatum
Common Name Tuber Oat Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated dark green and white
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pale Bright Green, almost white
Flower Size: Seed head cluster up to 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Arrhentherum tuberosum
Tsnum: 97093
Variety
Cultivar Varigatum
Common Name Variegated Oat Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches tall
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated off-white and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan (unimportant)
Flower Size: Seed head inflorescence up to 5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Artemisia
Tsnum: 05047
Variety
Cultivar Silver Brocade
Common Name Silver Brocade Sage Brush
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 3 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover w/ upright flower stalks
Foliage Color: Silver/grey
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, wildflower garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Yellowish white
Flower Size: Individual flowers tiny, less than .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 60
7/12 20
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Artemisia frigida
Tsnum: 11047
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Fringed Sage
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 1.5 feet
Source Dr. Klett
Plant Width: Spread to About 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Silvery grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, rock garden, alpine garden, native planting, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Artemisia lactiflora
Tsnum: 99151
Variety
Cultivar Guizho
Common Name Guizho White Mugwort
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 72 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark purplish-green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Loose inflorescence up to 8 inches, individual flowers tiny
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 5
8/24 20
9/7 70
Bed: GE
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Artemisia ludoviciana
Tsnum: 88217
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Prairie Sage
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 2 foot
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: Has spread to about 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Grey-green
Landscape Uses: Border, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Artemisia versicolor
Tsnum: 12074
Variety
Cultivar Sea Foam
Common Name Sea Foam Artemisia
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: About 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded
Foliage Color: Silvery grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 budding
Bed: H
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Artemisia versicolor
Tsnum: 04112
Variety
Cultivar Sea Foam
Common Name Sea Foam Artemisia
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 14 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Spreading mound
Foliage Color: Silvery grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size: Spike clusters 5-6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: apprx. 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Artemisia vulgaris
Tsnum: 09184
Variety
Cultivar Oriental Limelight
Common Name Varigated Mugwort
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 48 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Variegated light and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, temporary screen, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Around 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 budding
Bed: GD
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aruncus dioicus
Tsnum: 96105
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Goat's Beard
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellowish white
Flower Size: Clusters up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aster
Tsnum: 83227
Variety -0-
Cultivar Finalist
Common Name Finalist Aster
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 6 inches
Source Spring Hill Nursery
Plant Width: about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 budding
9/7 10
Bed: E
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aster
Tsnum: 11058
Variety
Cultivar Raspberry Swirl
Common Name Raspberry Swirl Aster
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pinkish-purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aster
Tsnum: 11051
Variety
Cultivar Vibrant Dome
Common Name Vibrant Dome Aster
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 8 inches
Source Monrovia
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded/ domed clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 22 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 budding
9/7 10
Bed: B
9/21 80
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aster
Tsnum: 92186
Variety -0-
Cultivar White Opal
Common Name Michaelmas Daisey `White Opal'
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 4 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Around 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading mound
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 60
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aster novi-belgii
Tsnum: 94097
Variety
Cultivar Violet Carpet
Common Name Violet Carpet New York Aster
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 2.5 feet
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread over 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Lavender purple
Flower Size: Less than 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 50
Bed: A
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aster novi-belgii
Tsnum: 96173
Variety
Cultivar Winston Churchill
Common Name Winston Chruchill New York Aster
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Less than 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 30
Bed: A
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Aster sericeus
Tsnum: 10138
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Silky Aster
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 5 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 10
8/24 30
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Astilbe
Tsnum: 02073
Variety
Cultivar Peach Blossom
Common Name Peach Blossom False Spirea
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green leaves, reddish stems
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Off-white to pale pink
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 30
8/16 10
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Astilbe x arendsii
Tsnum: 80210
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name False Spirea
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 14 inches
Source DeGroot Inc.
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Panicle inflorescence up to 6 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 40
6/21 40 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Astilbe x arendsii
Tsnum: 07131
Variety
Cultivar Colorflash Lime
Common Name Colorflash Lime Spirea
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Anthony Tesselar
Plant Width: Up to 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green leaves
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale pink
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 20
9/7 100
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Astrantia major
Tsnum: 85181
Variety -0-
Cultivar Margery Fish
Common Name Margery Fish Astrantia
Family Apiaceae
Plant Height: 1.5-2 feet
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, dried flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Whitish pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 40
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: K
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Baptisia
Tsnum: 14045
Variety
Cultivar Lemon Meringue
Common Name Lemon Meringue False Indigo
Family Fabaceae
Plant Height: 2.5 feet
Source Walters Gardens/Proven Winners
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: yellow, white
Flower Size: 5-7 inches tall, 1-1.5 inches wide
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2.5 feet tall
5/24 70
5/31 40
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Baptisia australis
Tsnum: 83276
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name False Indigo
Family Fabaceae
Plant Height: Around 4.5 feet
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: Over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, mass, background plant, ornamental dried seedpods
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers approx. 1 inch in length, flower clusters up to 1 foot
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet tall
5/24 60
5/31 100
6/7 30
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Baptisia sphaerocarpa
Tsnum: 17146
Variety
Cultivar Screamin Yellow
Common Name Screamin Yellow False Indigo
Family Fabaceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: Up to 13 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Bergenia cordifolia
Tsnum: 83237
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Pink Bergenia
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 inches
Source Spring Hill Nursery
Plant Width: Up to 13 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, red fall color
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: clusters 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5 20
4/12 40
4/19 30
3/13
3/27 Budding
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Bergenia crassifolia
Tsnum: 13128
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Pigsqueak
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Up to 13 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, red fall color
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Bergenia hybrid
Tsnum: 92251
Variety -0-
Cultivar Evening Glow
Common Name Evening Glow Bergenia
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 inches
Source Monrovia Growers
Plant Width: Up to 13 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, red fall color
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Lavender-pink
Flower Size: individual flowers .25 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Brunnera macrophylla
Tsnum: 95018
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Heartleaf Bugloss
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot in height
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: up to 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green pubescent leaves
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size: Individual flowers are tiny, less than .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 16 inches
5/24 30
5/31 60
6/7 20
6/14 5
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buddleia
Tsnum: 13059
Variety
Cultivar Buzz Ivory
Common Name Buzz Ivory Butterfly Bush
Family Buddlejaceae
Plant Height: About 4.5 feet
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Woody Perennial
Plant Habit: Rounded
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, patio plant, butterflies
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: 4-5 inch raceme length
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 1-4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buddleia
Tsnum: 13057
Variety
Cultivar Buzz Magenta
Common Name Buzz Magenta Butterfly Bush
Family Buddlejaceae
Plant Height: About 5 feet
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 2.5 - 3 feet
Plant Type: Woody Perennial
Plant Habit: Rounded
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, patio plant, butterflies
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Magenta
Flower Size: 4-5 inch raceme length
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 1.5-5.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5 30
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 90
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buddleia
Tsnum: 13056
Variety
Cultivar Buzz Pink Purple
Common Name Buzz Pink Purple Butterfly Bush
Family Buddlejaceae
Plant Height: About 3 feet
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Woody Perennial
Plant Habit: Rounded
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, patio plant, butterflies
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple with some pink
Flower Size: 4-5 inch raceme length
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 1-3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5 20
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buddleia
Tsnum: 13058
Variety
Cultivar Buzz Violet
Common Name Buzz Violet Butterfly Bush
Family Buddlejaceae
Plant Height: About 3 feet
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Woody Perennial
Plant Habit: Rounded
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, patio plant, butterflies
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Violet
Flower Size: 4-5 inch raceme length
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5 20
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buddleia davidii
Tsnum: 96089
Variety
Cultivar Nanhoensis
Common Name Nanhoe Blue Compact Butterfly Bush
Family Buddlejaceae
Plant Height: About 6 feet
Source Greenleaf Nursery Co.
Plant Width: About 6 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 7 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buddleia davidii
Tsnum: 97069
Variety
Cultivar Royal Red
Common Name Royal Red Butterfly Bush
Family Buddlejaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 feet
Source Bailey Nurseries
Plant Width: Over 6 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 20
8/9 40
8/16 60
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: I
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus
Tsnum: 14076
Variety
Cultivar Arctic Emerald
Common Name Arctic Emerald Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus
Tsnum: 98086
Variety
Cultivar Green Mountain
Common Name Green Mountain Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source Greenleaf Nursery Co.
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Hedge, Specimen, Topiary
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus microphylla
Tsnum: 81194
Variety koreana
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Korean Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source USDA/NC-7, Ames, IA
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Hedge, Specimen, Topiary
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus microphylla
Tsnum: 85145
Variety koreana
Cultivar Wintergreen
Common Name Wintergreen Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source Synnestvedt Nursery
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Hedge, Specimen, Topiary
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus microphylla
Tsnum: 90043
Variety -0-
Cultivar Wintergreen
Common Name Wintergreen Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source Bailey Nurseries
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Hedge, Specimen, Topiary
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Deck Area
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus microphylla asiaticum
Tsnum: 08124
Variety
Cultivar Gregem
Common Name Baby Gem Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source Greenleaf Nursery Co.
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Hedge, Specimen, Topiary
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus sempervirens
Tsnum: 17093
Variety
Cultivar Monrue
Common Name Green Tower® Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source Monrovia Growers
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus x
Tsnum: 07004
Variety
Cultivar Arctic Emerald
Common Name Arctic Emerald Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
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5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus x
Tsnum: 14077
Variety
Cultivar Conrowe
Common Name Gordo Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses:
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5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Buxus x
Tsnum: 07071
Variety
Cultivar Green Gem
Common Name Green Gem Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source Carlton Plants
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Hedge, Specimen, Topiary
Insect Problems:
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5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Buxus x
Tsnum: 92125
Variety -0-
Cultivar Green Velvet
Common Name Green Velvet Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source Bailey Nurseries
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Hedge, Specimen, Topiary
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
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5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Buxus x
Tsnum: 07003
Variety
Cultivar Krazgreen
Common Name Green Ice Boxwood
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height:
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
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Comments on plant:
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Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Woody
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Calamagrostis
Tsnum: 97286
Variety
Cultivar Karl Foerster
Common Name Karl Foerster Reed Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet in bed GB, about 4 feet in bed GA
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 3 feet in bed GA, 2 feet in bed GB
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, mass, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 5 feet in bed GA, 4 feet in bed GB
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Calamagrostis
Tsnum: 97053
Variety
Cultivar Karl Foerster
Common Name Karl Foerster Reed Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet in bed GB, about 3 feet GA
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 3 feet in bed GA, 3.5 feet in bed GB
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, mass, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 5 feet in bed GA, 4 feet in bed GB
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Calamagrostis acutiflora
Tsnum: 96051
Variety
Cultivar Oredam
Common Name Overdam Reed Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, mass, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Calamagrostis acutiflora
Tsnum: 95140
Variety
Cultivar Oredam
Common Name Overdam Reed Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: About 3 feet
Source HortExpo
Plant Width: Around 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, variegated
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Golden tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Calamagrostis brachytricha
Tsnum: 96291
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Korean Reed Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet in beds H F, Around 3.5 feet in bed GA
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 5 feet in bed H, About 3.5 feet in bed GA, 6 feet in bed F
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purplish-tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3 to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Calamagrostis brachytricha
Tsnum: 96174
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Korean Reed Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet in beds H F, Around 3.5 feet in bed GA
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 5 feet in bed H, About 3.5 feet in bed GA, 6 feet in bed F
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purplish-tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3 to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Calamagrostis brachytricha
Tsnum: 96289
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Korean Reed Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet in beds H F, Around 3.5 feet in bed GA
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 5 feet in bed H, About 3.5 feet in bed GA, 6 feet in bed F
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purplish-tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3 to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Calamagrostis brachytricha
Tsnum: 96288
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Korean Reed Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet in beds H F, Around 3.5 feet in bed GA
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 5 feet in bed H, About 3.5 feet in bed GA, 6 feet in bed F
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purplish-tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3 to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Calamintha nepeta
Tsnum: 97176
Variety
Cultivar White Cloud
Common Name White Cloud Calamint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 14 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White to lavender
Flower Size: Tiny flowers form clusters up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Callicarpa dichotoma
Tsnum: 13017
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Purple Beauty Berry
Family Verbenaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
Plant Habit: Rounded
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Borders, or part shade areas
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Light Pink
Flower Size: Clusters up to 3"
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 20
8/9 40
8/16 50
8/24 40
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Callirhoe involucrata
Tsnum: 99176
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Winecups
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: 1 inch
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: about 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Reddish-purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 30
7/12 40
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Campanula
Tsnum: 17113
Variety
Cultivar Adansa Pink
Common Name Adansa Pink Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Schoneveld
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24 40
9/7 30
Bed: O
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Campanula
Tsnum: 17112
Variety
Cultivar Adansa Purple
Common Name Adansa Purple Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Schoneveld
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 20
8/9 40
8/16 30
8/24 40
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Campanula
Tsnum: 17114
Variety
Cultivar Adansa White
Common Name Adansa White Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Schoneveld
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 30
8/9 60
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 40
Bed: O
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Campanula
Tsnum: 17111
Variety
Cultivar Ambella Dark Blue
Common Name Ambella Dark Blue Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Schoneveld
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 30
Bed: O
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Campanula carpatica
Tsnum: 81246
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Harebells
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Blue and white
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 60
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 80
8/9 50
8/16 40
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: E
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Campanula carpatica
Tsnum: 97214
Variety
Cultivar Light Blue Clips
Common Name Light Blue Clips Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Lavender-blue
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 12 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5 30
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7 20
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Campanula carpatica
Tsnum: 88183
Variety -0-
Cultivar White Clips
Common Name White Chips Harebell
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: Around 10 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White, some plants have reverted to blue
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 60
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 60
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: B
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Campanula latifolia
Tsnum: 92189
Variety macrantha
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Macrantha Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 11 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Up to 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31 budding
6/7 5
6/14 70
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Campanula pacifica
Tsnum: 92133
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Pacific Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Little Valley Nursery
Plant Width: about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Blue-violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: Up to 2 foot
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28 40
7/5 50
7/12 60
6/21 60 7/19 70
7/26 50
8/9 40
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 10
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Campanula perscifolia
Tsnum: 91201
Variety -0-
Cultivar Blue
Common Name Blue Peach Leaved Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: Around 5 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; erect flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 80
6/14 70
6/28 20
7/5 80
7/12 60
6/21 10 7/19 40
7/26 30
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Campanula poscharskyana
Tsnum: 09100
Variety
Cultivar Blue Waterfall
Common Name Blue Waterfall Bellflower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: About 12 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: Up to 24inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Blue-lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers 1-1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 70
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 40 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: I
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Campsis radicans
Tsnum: 88106
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Trumpet Vine
Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed up to 4 feet on foot fence
Source USDA/NC-7, Ames, IA
Plant Width: Has spread over 4 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Campsis radicans
Tsnum: 15075
Variety
Cultivar Flava
Common Name Yellow Trumpet Creeper
Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Height: 10 feet
Source Monrovia Growers
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Campsis x tagliabuana
Tsnum: 15076
Variety
Cultivar Madame Galen
Common Name Madame Galen Trumpet Creeper
Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Height: 10 feet
Source Monrovia Growers
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Carex
Tsnum: 14028
Variety
Cultivar Ice Dance
Common Name Ice Dance Sedge
Family Cyperaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: About 2feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green with yellow edges
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, grass garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: 6-8 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Carex buchananii
Tsnum: 95144
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Leather Leaf Sedge
Family Cyperaceae
Plant Height: About 3 feet
Source HortExpo
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Maroon
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, grass garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: 5-6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Carex flacca
Tsnum: 15165
Variety
Cultivar Blue Zinger
Common Name Blue Zinger Sedge
Family Cyperaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump, mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, grass garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Carex ornithopoda
Tsnum: 86128
Variety -0-
Cultivar Variegata
Common Name Variegated Sedge
Family Cyperaceae
Plant Height: Up to 9 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: About 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated off-white and dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Carex siderosticha
Tsnum: 97107
Variety
Cultivar Variegata
Common Name Variegated Sedge
Family Cyperaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated yellow-green and green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Carex trifida
Tsnum: 06074
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Mutton Bird Sedge
Family Cyperaceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source Sahin
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Yellowish green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Brown
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Around 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Catananche caespitosa
Tsnum: 17140
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Mediterranean Alpine Dandelion
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Centaurea bella
Tsnum: 12142
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Evergreen Bachelors' Button
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: Has spread to about 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding mat
Foliage Color: Grey-green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, or for edging
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink, pale purple
Flower Size: 2-3 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 40
6/7 60
6/14 30
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Centaurea dealbata
Tsnum: 88248
Variety -0-
Cultivar Rosea
Common Name Knapweed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 1.5 feet
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pink and white thistle-like flowers
Flower Size: Up to 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet tall
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 40
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 60
6/21 60 7/19 40
7/26 20
8/9 5
8/16
8/24 5
9/7
Bed: H
9/21 5
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Centaurea macrocephala
Tsnum: 84209
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Golden Globe Centaurea
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; upright flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh or dried cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 10
9/7 30
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Centaurea montana
Tsnum: 83244
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Perennial Bachelor Button
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Around 1.5 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage or wildflower garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple and indigo blue
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 40
5/31 20
6/7 5
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 30
7/12 70
6/21 5 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 50
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 30
Bed: H
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Centaurea montana
Tsnum: 14062
Variety
Cultivar Black Sprite
Common Name Black Sprite Perennial Cornflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage or wildflower garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Dark Maroon
Flower Size: 1-2 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/24 40
5/31 80
6/7 90
6/14 30
6/28 10
7/5 10
7/12 30
6/21 10 7/19 40
7/26 40
8/9 50
8/16 40
8/24 60
9/7 70
Bed: A
9/21 80
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Centaurea simplicicaulis
Tsnum: 14166
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Cornflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage or wildflower garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: individual flowers about 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: About 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Cerastium tomentosum
Tsnum: 80173
Variety -0-
Cultivar Silver Carpet
Common Name Silver Carpet Snow in Summer
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Spreads over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading mound
Foliage Color: Silver/light green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Approximately .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 12-18 inches
5/24 100
5/31 100
6/7 80
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
Tsnum: 91211
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Plumbago
Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading mound
Foliage Color: Medium green, red to maroon fall color
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size: individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 20
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: A
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Chasmanthium latifolium
Tsnum: 97029
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Wild Oats
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Emerald Coast Growers
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, dried flower arrangements
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Seed heads begin green, turn reddish bronze with cold weather
Flower Size: Individual seed heads from 1 to 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 100
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Chasmanthium latifolium
Tsnum: 12042
Variety
Cultivar River Mist
Common Name River Mist Sea Oats
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated off-white and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, dried flower arrangements
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan tinged with pink
Flower Size: Seed heads around 1 to 1.5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Chelone obliqua
Tsnum: 86018
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Turtlehead
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: foliage up to 2.5 feet
Source Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 5
9/7 60
Bed: K
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Chrysanthemum serotinum
Tsnum: 86171
Variety -0-
Cultivar Herbstern
Common Name Herbstern Giant Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 4 feet
Source USDA, Glendale, MD
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 9 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 5
8/24 40
9/7 100
Bed: C
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Chrysanthemum x
Tsnum: 97143
Variety
Cultivar Sheffield's Hillside Pink
Common Name Sheffield's Hillside Pink Chrysanthemum
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 21 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: planting has spread over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale pink with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 10-12 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Chrysanthemum x superbum
Tsnum: 81136
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Shasta Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: about 1.5 feet
Source Inter-State Nursery
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White petals with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 20
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19 100
7/26 80
8/9 20
8/16 10
8/24 5
9/7 20
Bed: E
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis
Tsnum: 13034
Variety
Cultivar Diamantina
Common Name Diamantina Clematis
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: 2-3 Feet
Source Bailey Nurseries
Plant Width: 2 Feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light purple
Flower Size: 5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1-3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 5
8/16 30
8/24 80
9/7 100
Bed: VC
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis
Tsnum: 13035
Variety
Cultivar Reflections
Common Name Reflections Clematis
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Bailey Nurseries
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 70
6/14 100
6/28 80
7/5 30
7/12 10
6/21 100 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 30
9/7 50
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis heracleifolia
Tsnum: 05026
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Virgin's Bower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2 inches, silvery seed heads remain after flowers have faded
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 5
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis heracleifolia
Tsnum: 96050
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Virgin's Bower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2 inches, silvery seed heads remain after flowers have faded
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 budding
9/7 40
Bed: J
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis hexapetala
Tsnum: 15020
Variety
Cultivar 'Mongolian Snowflakes'
Common Name Mongolian Snowflakes Clematis
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: About 2 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: about 4 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 1-1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 80
6/21 40 7/19 40
7/26 20
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis integrifolia
Tsnum: 76053
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Clematis
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Around 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/24 70
5/31 100
6/7 50
6/14 20
6/28 10
7/5 10
7/12 40
6/21 10 7/19 70
7/26 50
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis patens
Tsnum: 12002
Variety
Cultivar Captain Thuilleaux
Common Name Captain Thuilleux Clematis
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed up to 4.5 feet
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Has spread to around 2 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta pink and white
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Vine climbed up to 4 feet this season
5/24 budding
5/31 20
6/7 100
6/14 30
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 10
8/16 20
8/24 40
9/7 70
Bed: VC
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis recta
Tsnum: 89197
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Clematis
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Vining
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Up to 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 20 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis species
Tsnum: 09188
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Clematis
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed up to 2 feet
Source -0-
Plant Width: Has spread to around 2 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Vine climbed almost 2 feet this season
5/24 10
5/31 20
6/7 70
6/14 50
6/28 100
7/5 30
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26 10
8/98/16
8/24 10
9/7 20
Bed: VC
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Clematis terniflora
Tsnum: 11076
Variety mandshurica
Cultivar
Common Name Sweet Autumn Clematis
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed up to 3.5 feet
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: has spread to over 2 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31 5
6/7 5
6/14 70
6/28 70
7/5 50
7/12 20
6/21 100 7/19 50
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 40
9/7 30
Bed: VC
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 14139
Variety
Cultivar Broad Street
Common Name Broad Street Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow with red center, fades to all red
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1-1.5 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 17122
Variety
Cultivar Gilded Lace
Common Name Gilded Lace Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Plants Nouveau
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 90
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 15155
Variety
Cultivar Ka-Pow Cerise
Common Name Ka-Pow Cerise Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 12 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Magenta with Yellow to white edges
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 6-9 Inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 60
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19 50
7/26 60
8/9 40
8/16 30
8/24 50
9/7 20
Bed: I
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 17116
Variety
Cultivar Little Bang™ Starbright
Common Name Little Bang Starbright Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 14 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 25 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 40
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 10
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 17115
Variety
Cultivar Little Bang™ Starstruck
Common Name Little Bang Starstruck Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 14149
Variety
Cultivar Little Bird
Common Name Little Bird Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: 3 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 10
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7 40
Bed: D
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 15156
Variety
Cultivar Proise
Common Name Proise Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 12 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Magenta with Yellow to white edges
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 6-9 Inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 50
7/5 80
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19 50
7/26 40
8/9 30
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 10
Bed: I
9/21 5
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 15123
Variety
Cultivar Proise
Common Name Ka-Pow™ Lemon Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 10 inches
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: 11 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale Yellow
Flower Size: 1-1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 20
8/9 5
8/16 10
8/24 70
9/7 80
Bed: N
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 17117
Variety
Cultivar Rosanna
Common Name Rosanna Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 11055
Variety
Cultivar Route 66
Common Name Route 66 Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Monrovia
Plant Width: 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Dark red and yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 17120
Variety
Cultivar Solanna™ Glow
Common Name Solanna Glow Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 50
7/12 80
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 17119
Variety
Cultivar Solanna™ Golden Crown
Common Name Solanna Golden Crown Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 11 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 16 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 30
Bed: O
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 17118
Variety
Cultivar Solanna™ Golden Sphere
Common Name Solanna Golden Sphere Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 11 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis
Tsnum: 17121
Variety
Cultivar SunKiss
Common Name SunKiss Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source PanAmerican/Kieft
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 50
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 60
8/24 80
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis grandiflora
Tsnum: 03065
Variety
Cultivar Baby Sun
Common Name Baby Sun Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 2 feet
Source Benary
Plant Width: Around 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 10 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7 20
Bed: A
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis tripteris
Tsnum: 99081
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Tall Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 6.5 feet
Source Brian Grubb
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 10 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, temporary screen, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 7.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 5
8/16 30
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis verticillata
Tsnum: 80194
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Threadleaf Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 3 feet
Source Springbrook Gardens
Plant Width: A planting has spread to about 7 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 80
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 30
9/7 10
Bed: B
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis verticillata
Tsnum: 14150
Variety
Cultivar Electric Avenue
Common Name Electric Avenue Threadleaf Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: 3 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 30
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: D
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis verticillata
Tsnum: 94155
Variety
Cultivar Moonbeam
Common Name Moonbeam Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Spreads over 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.25 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 5
8/9 20
8/16 30
8/24 50
9/7 70
Bed: A
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Coreopsis verticillata
Tsnum: 14039
Variety
Cultivar Tweety
Common Name Tweety Tickseed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12-14 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 12-14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: 3 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 12-14 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 60
8/9 40
8/16 50
8/24 30
9/7 20
Bed: C
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Cotoneaster apiculatus
Tsnum: 80397
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Cranberry Cotoneaster
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: Up to about 2 feet
Source Hines Nursery
Plant Width: About 4 feet
Plant Type: Woody perennial shrub
Plant Habit: Cascading shrub
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, attractive red fruit lends winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Pink, insignificant flowers
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than .5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: Up to 14 inche
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Crambe kotschyana
Tsnum: 00100
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Colewort
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source Welby/ Plant Select
Plant Width: 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Massive loose panicles feature tiny white flowers less than .5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet tall
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28 50
7/5 10
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Cyclamen hederifolium
Tsnum: 17036
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Persian Violet
Family Primulaceae
Plant Height: 5 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 30
8/16 10
8/24 20
9/7 10
Bed: New
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Delosperma
Tsnum: 14165
Variety
Cultivar Alan's Apricot
Common Name Alan's Apricot Ice Plant
Family Aizoaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: Spread about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pale pink with yellow center
Flower Size: About 2 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: up to 4 inches
5/245/31 20
6/7 60
6/14 70
6/28 70
7/5 50
7/12 30
6/21 100 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 90
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Delosperma
Tsnum: 12088
Variety
Cultivar P0015
Common Name Firespinner Ice Plant
Family Aizoaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red and orange
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Delosperma
Tsnum: 17123
Variety
Cultivar Stireman Orange
Common Name Stireman Orange Ice Plant
Family Aizoaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Plant Select®
Plant Width: 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 10
8/9 40
8/16 20
8/24 30
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Delosperma
Tsnum: 17124
Variety
Cultivar Stireman Raspberry
Common Name Stireman Raspberry Ice Plant
Family Aizoaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Plant Select®
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: groundcover
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 10
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 40
8/9 60
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Delosperma cooperi
Tsnum: 95024
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Hardy Iceplant
Family Aizoaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: About 4 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium to light green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flowers up to 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: D
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Delosperma cooperi
Tsnum: 04191
Variety
Cultivar Dwarf
Common Name Dwarf Iceplant
Family Aizoaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Magenta pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 inches
5/245/31 budding
6/7 40
6/14 60
6/28 70
7/5 50
7/12 20
6/21 100 7/19 10
7/26 10
8/98/16
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Delosperma nubigenum
Tsnum: 12113
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Yellow Iceplant
Family Aizoaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2.5 inches
Source IR-4 Studies (extras)
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Apple green, leaves turn red with cold weather
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: About 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2 inches
5/245/31 20
6/7 30
6/14 5
6/28
7/5
7/12 5
6/21 5 7/19 10
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 5
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Delphinium
Tsnum: 09125
Variety
Cultivar Magic Fountains
Common Name Magic Fountains Delphinium
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Up to 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Dense flower spikes up to 16 inches long
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 30
6/21 5 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Deschampsia caespitosa
Tsnum: 99180
Variety
Cultivar Northern Lights
Common Name Northern Lights Tufted Hair Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark Green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: Greenish tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Deschampsia caespitosa
Tsnum: 97106
Variety
Cultivar Vivapar
Common Name Tufted Hair Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 3 feet, lodged
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Greenish tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Desmanthus illinoensis
Tsnum: 17144
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Bundleflower
Family Fabaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 5
8/16 30
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: G
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17196
Variety
Cultivar American Pie™ Georgia Peach Pie
Common Name American Pie Georgia Peach Pie Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Eason Horticulture Resources
Plant Width: 9 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light pink With dark Pink Center
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 5
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 13131
Variety
Cultivar Constant Beauty
Common Name Constant Beauty Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 5-6 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light pink, red eye
Flower Size: 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 7-8 inches
5/245/31 5
6/7 20
6/14 15
6/28 10
7/5 40
7/12 20
6/21 5 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 40
8/16 10
8/24
9/7 20
Bed: N
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 11054
Variety
Cultivar Firestar
Common Name Firestar Pink
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Monrovia
Plant Width: Planting has died back to About 11 inches lining and 15 inches total K
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Silvery blue-grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, very showy
Flower Color: Fragrant, deep red fringed flowers
Flower Size: Up to 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, very showy
Flower Height: Up to 7 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 10
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 10
8/98/16 5
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17148
Variety
Cultivar Flow™ Crane Beach
Common Name Flow Crane Beach Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Hilverdakooij
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 80
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 40
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24 60
9/7 70
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 14145
Variety
Cultivar Kahori
Common Name Kahori Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta
Flower Size: 2 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 inches
5/24 40
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 80
6/28 40
7/5 30
7/12 20
6/21 50 7/19 20
7/26 20
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: GA
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17142
Variety
Cultivar Kahori Pink
Common Name Kahori Pink Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24 30
9/7 40
Bed: O
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17143
Variety
Cultivar Kahori Scarlet
Common Name Kahori Scarlet Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24 30
9/7 50
Bed: O
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17129
Variety
Cultivar Mountain Frost™ Pink Carpet
Common Name Mountain Frost Pink Carpet Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 50
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 40
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 40
Bed: O
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17128
Variety
Cultivar Mountain Frost™ Pink PomPom
Common Name Mountain Frost Pink PomPom Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 70
7/5 80
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 50
Bed: O
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17126
Variety
Cultivar Mountain Frost™ Pink Twinkle
Common Name Mountain Frost Pink Twinkle Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 50
8/24 40
9/7 50
Bed: O
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 227 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17130
Variety
Cultivar Mountain Frost™ Rose Bouquet
Common Name Mountain Frost Rose Bouquet Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 80
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 40
8/9 20
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 30
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17125
Variety
Cultivar Mountain Frost™ Silver Strike
Common Name Mountain Frost Silver Strike Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 40
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 70
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17127
Variety
Cultivar Mountain Frost™ White Twinkle
Common Name Mountain Frost White Twinkle Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 50
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7 40
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17138
Variety
Cultivar Odessa Amy
Common Name Odessa Amy Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White with dark Pink Center
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 30
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 60
9/7 50
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 231 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17139
Variety
Cultivar Odessa Joelle
Common Name Odessa Joelle Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 30
9/7 10
Bed: O
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 232 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17141
Variety
Cultivar Rockin'™ Red
Common Name Rockin' Red Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source PanAmerican/Kieft
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17131
Variety
Cultivar Sunflor Abby
Common Name Sunflor Abby Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7 40
Bed: O
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17137
Variety
Cultivar Sunflor Desire
Common Name Sunflor Desire Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Deep Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 90
7/12 80
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7 70
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17132
Variety
Cultivar Sunflor Esmay
Common Name Sunflor Esmay Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink with dark pink center
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 50
7/5 60
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 30
8/24 40
9/7 50
Bed: O
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17136
Variety
Cultivar Sunflor Kaylee
Common Name Sunflor Kaylee Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light pink With dark Pink Center
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 50
7/5 40
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7 70
Bed: O
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17135
Variety
Cultivar Sunflor Megan
Common Name Sunflor Megan Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light pink With dark Pink Center
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 80
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 50
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 70
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17133
Variety
Cultivar Sunflor Mimi
Common Name Sunflor Mimi Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Peach
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 30
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 40
8/24 50
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus
Tsnum: 17134
Variety
Cultivar Sunflor Nora
Common Name Sunflor Nora Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 80
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24 50
9/7 30
Bed: O
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus hybrid
Tsnum: 14051
Variety
Cultivar Pomegranate Kiss
Common Name Pomegranate Kiss Pinks
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue/grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good, fragrant
Flower Color: Red with pink edges
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good, fragrant
Flower Height: Up to 7 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 70
6/14 50
6/28 10
7/5 20
7/12 30
6/21 20 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 40
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: K
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus interspecific
Tsnum: 12095
Variety
Cultivar EverLast Lavender + Eye
Common Name EverLast Lavender + Eye Pink
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Selecta
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue/grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 40
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28 50
7/5 100
7/12 90
6/21 60 7/19 70
7/26 50
8/9 40
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: N
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus interspecific
Tsnum: 12096
Variety
Cultivar EverLast Lilac + Eye
Common Name EverLast Lilac + Eye Pink
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Selecta
Plant Width: Around 18 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Lavender/pink with burgundy eye
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 7 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 20
6/14 70
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 10
Bed: A
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus interspecific
Tsnum: 12118
Variety
Cultivar EverLast Orchid
Common Name EverLast Orchid Pink
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Selecta
Plant Width: Around 1 foot
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 7 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 20
6/14 70
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 50
8/24 20
9/7 10
Bed: A
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dianthus plumarius
Tsnum: 87267
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Border Pink
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Grey/blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/24 10
5/31 70
6/7 90
6/14 70
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12 5
6/21 40 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dicentra
Tsnum: 12045
Variety
Cultivar Burning Hearts
Common Name Burning Hearts Bleeding Heart
Family Papaveraceae
Plant Height: less than 1 inch
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Pale bluish green
Landscape Uses: Front border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Raspberry red
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dicentra spectabilis
Tsnum: 94088
Variety
Cultivar Alba
Common Name White Japanese Bleeding Heart
Family Papaveraceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches in height
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: Up to 2 foot spread
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to light green
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch, clusters greater than 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 60
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dicentra spectabilis
Tsnum: 17031
Variety
Cultivar Hordival Valentine
Common Name Hordival Valentine Bleeding Heart
Family Papaveraceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium to light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dictamnus albus
Tsnum: 14070
Variety
Cultivar Purpureus
Common Name Dittany
Family Rutaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 5
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Digitalis sp.
Tsnum: 94140
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Foxglove
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet in bed GB, 4 inches in bed E
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 2 feet in bed GB, 10 inches in bed E
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; upright flower stalks
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 8 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet in bed E, up to 4.5 feet in bed GB
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 60
6/28 10
7/5 5
7/12
6/21 40 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Doronicum carpetanum
Tsnum: 99103
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Leopard's Bane
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Foliage height up to 24 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Planting has spread 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow "daisy-like" flower
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 30
5/31 80
6/7 60
6/14 40
6/28 20
7/5 10
7/12 20
6/21 30 7/19 50
7/26 80
8/9 50
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: GA
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Dracocephalum argunense
Tsnum: 17177
Variety
Cultivar Fuji Blue
Common Name Fuji Blue Dragonhead
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Indigo
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Duchesnea indica
Tsnum: 88230
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Mock Strawberry
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately .5 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Less than 4 inches
5/24 10
5/31 20
6/7 20
6/14 20
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 20 7/19 30
7/26 40
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacae purpurea
Tsnum: 10078
Variety
Cultivar Bravado
Common Name Bravado Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source Takii
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape, fresh cut flowers, dried seed heads lend winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: about 3 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: good
Flower Height: 1.5-2 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 30
7/5 70
7/12 80
6/21 10 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 15028
Variety
Cultivar Supreme Cantaloupe
Common Name Supreme Cantaloupe Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 2.5 feet
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape, fresh cut flowers, dried seed heads lend winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size: 3-4 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2.5-3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 30
7/26 60
8/9 90
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: A
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 15036
Variety
Cultivar Supreme Elegance
Common Name Supreme Elegance Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 3 inches
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: 5-6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium to Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border fronts, rock gardens, massed
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink petals deep pink center
Flower Size: 3-5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 70
7/5 80
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 40
8/24 5
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 17149
Variety
Cultivar Butterfly™ Rainbow Marcella
Common Name Butterfly Rainbow Marcella Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Plants Nouveau
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 10
8/9 30
8/16 50
8/24 60
9/7 70
Bed: O
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 12046
Variety
Cultivar Coconut Lime
Common Name Coconut Lime Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White with green, some orange in center
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 30
7/5 60
7/12 70
6/21 10 7/19 100
7/26 40
8/9 30
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7 30
Bed: GA
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 13096
Variety
Cultivar Double Decker
Common Name Double Decker Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border fronts, rock gardens, massed
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: 3-5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5 30
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 30
9/7 20
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 15157
Variety
Cultivar Joy
Common Name Joy Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 inches
Source Hilverdakooij
Plant Width: About 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, cut flowers fresh or dried, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange and pink
Flower Size: 3-4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 7 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 15128
Variety
Cultivar Mooodz® Cosy
Common Name Mooodz® Cosy Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source HilverdaKooij
Plant Width: About 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium to Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border fronts, rock gardens, massed
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink with Red center
Flower Size: 1-3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 15
6/28 50
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: M
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 15127
Variety
Cultivar Mooodz® In Love
Common Name Mooodz® In Love Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 18 inches
Source HilverdaKooij
Plant Width: About 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border fronts, rock gardens, massed
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink with Orange center
Flower Size: 2-2.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 90
7/12 100
6/21 10 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 15129
Variety
Cultivar Mooodz® Shiny
Common Name Mooodz® Shiny Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 2 inches
Source HilverdaKooij
Plant Width: About 2 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium to Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border fronts, rock gardens, massed
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White petals Yellow center
Flower Size: 2.5-3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1.5-2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 08109
Variety
Cultivar Panther Pink
Common Name Panther Pink Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: foliage up to 3 feet
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, cut flowers fresh or dried, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Magenta-pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 40
9/7 50
Bed: A
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 17151
Variety
Cultivar Sombrero® Granada Gold
Common Name Sombrero Granada Gold Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 17 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 80
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 10
Bed: O
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 17150
Variety
Cultivar Sombrero® Lemon Yellow Improved
Common Name Sombrero Lemon Yellow Improved Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 16 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 50
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea
Tsnum: 17152
Variety
Cultivar Sombrero® Sangrita
Common Name Sombrero Sangrita Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 15 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 84130
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Purple Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 19 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: 15 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape, fresh cut flowers, dried seed heads lend winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink/purple with orange/black center
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 12-16 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 11042
Variety
Cultivar Bravado
Common Name Bravado Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 inches
Source Annual Trial Garden
Plant Width: Around 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape, fresh cut flowers, dried seed heads lend winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink petals with orange and black center
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 10
7/5 40
7/12 70
6/21 5 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: E
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 84131
Variety -0-
Cultivar Bright Star
Common Name Bright Star Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape, fresh cut flowers, dried seed heads lend winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink petals w/ brown-orange center
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 14 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 30
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 10
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 14044
Variety
Cultivar Double Scoop Bubble Gum
Common Name Double Scoop Bubble Gum Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Foliage up to 2 feet
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, cut flowers fresh or dried, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 1-2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: A
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 14047
Variety
Cultivar Double Scoop Raspberry
Common Name Double Scoop Raspberry Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: Around 2 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, cut flowers fresh or dried, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: About 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 17153
Variety
Cultivar Green Twister
Common Name Green Twister Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 15 inches
Source Jelitto Perennial Seeds
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple and green
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 14042
Variety
Cultivar Little Annie
Common Name Little Annie Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 3 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Around 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, cut flowers fresh or dried, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 10
7/5 30
7/12 70
6/21 5 7/19 90
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: C
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 07142
Variety
Cultivar Magnus
Common Name Magnus Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: about 28 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: spreads about 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, cut flowers fresh or dried, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor to fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink petals with orange/brown cone center
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 60
7/12 70
6/21 10 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: G
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 04119
Variety
Cultivar Primadonna Deep Rose
Common Name Primadonna Deep Rose Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Benary
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape, fresh cut flowers, dried seed heads lend winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink petals, orange/brown center
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Echinacea purpurea
Tsnum: 14046
Variety
Cultivar Sombrero Sandy Yellow
Common Name Sombrero Sandy Yellow Coneflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Around 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower garden, cut flowers fresh or dried, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Light Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 1-1.5 feet (in bed L), 3 feet ( in bed C)
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 10
8/16 20
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Echinops exaltatus
Tsnum: 80197
Variety -0-
Cultivar Taplow Purple
Common Name Taplow Purple Globe Thistle
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Springbrook Gardens
Plant Width: 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Xeriscape, border, cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size: Ball-shaped flowers up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 40
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 40
9/7 70
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Echinops ritro
Tsnum: 84153
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Globe Thistle
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 40 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, fresh or dried cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good - aphids on flowers cause curling and yellowing of leaves and flowers
Flower Color: Blue-indigo
Flower Size: Ball shaped flowers approximately 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good - aphids on flowers cause curling and yellowing of leaves and flowers
Flower Height: 3-5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 20
8/9 50
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Echium amoenum
Tsnum: 09151
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Red Feathers
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Little Valley Nursery
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; upright flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 8 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 50
6/7 80
6/14 70
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 10
6/21 40 7/19 20
7/26 40
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Ephedra distachya
Tsnum: 80002
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Joint Fir
Family Ephedraceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Washington Park Arboretum
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than .5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Epilobium angustifolium
Tsnum: 83051
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Fireweed
Family Onagraceae
Plant Height: About 3 inches
Source Mountain Meadows Nursery
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pinkish purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter, large flower clusters reach over 1 foot
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 70
8/9 40
8/16
8/24
9/7 5
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Epimedium × versicolor
Tsnum: 17035
Variety
Cultivar Sulphureum
Common Name Bishop's Hat
Family Berberidaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green with red blush
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Erica carnea
Tsnum: 95141
Variety
Cultivar Springwood White
Common Name Springwood White Heather
Family Ericaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source HortExpo
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, fragrant foliage, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Ericameria nauseosus ssp. nauseosus
Tsnum: 12008
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Dwarf Blue Rabbitbrush
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Silvery grey green
Landscape Uses: Erosion control, wildflower garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 20
9/7 60
Bed: GD
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Erigeron species
Tsnum: 82153
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name North American Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Inter-State Nursery
Plant Width: up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Lavender petals with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Eriogonum umbellatum var. aureum
Tsnum: 10134
Variety
Cultivar 'Psdowns'
Common Name Kannah Creek Buckwheat
Family Polygonaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, reddish hue with cold weather
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, wildflower garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor to fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Clusters approx. 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/24 40
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 100
6/28 20
7/5 10
7/12
6/21 30 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Erodium chrysanthum
Tsnum: 12073
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Golden Storksbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: Up to 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, wildflower garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pale yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than .5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/24 60
5/31 40
6/7 10
6/14 20
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 30 7/19 30
7/26 50
8/9 60
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: H
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Eryngium yuccifolium
Tsnum: 90007
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Button Snake-root
Family Apiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2.5 feet
Source Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Ball-like flowers around 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Eupatorium maculatum
Tsnum: 91013
Variety -0-
Cultivar Gateway
Common Name Joe-Pye weed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Mauve-purple
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 5.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 10
8/16 40
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Eupatorium rugosum
Tsnum: 99150
Variety
Cultivar Chocolate
Common Name Chocolate Mist Flower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 3 feet
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Purple, Dark Green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Up to 2 inch clusters, individuals less than 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 budding
Bed: GA
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Euphorbia
Tsnum: 06081
Variety
Cultivar Bonfire
Common Name Bonfire Spurge
Family Euphorbiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Yoder Brothers Inc.
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: New- Yellow/green, Old- Red/maroon
Landscape Uses: Border, early spring color
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 foot
5/24 80
5/31 20
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12 10
4/19 70
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Euphorbia epithymodies
Tsnum: 10042
Variety
Cultivar First Blush
Common Name First Blush Cushion Spurge
Family Euphorbiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Variegated white, green, and some pink
Landscape Uses: Border, early spring color
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters are up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/24 10
5/31 30
6/7 20
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 20
Bed: B
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Festuca amethystina
Tsnum: 89016
Variety superba
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Fescue
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source American Horticultural Society
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green to purple to tan
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: seed clusters about 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Festuca cinerea
Tsnum: 97098
Variety
Cultivar Elijah's Blue
Common Name Elijah's Blue Fescue
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 28 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan (unimportant)
Flower Size: Around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Festuca cinerea
Tsnum: 11046
Variety
Cultivar Festina Color Grass
Common Name Festina Blue Fescue
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Annual Trial Garden
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green to tan
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to About 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Festuca glauca
Tsnum: 13133
Variety
Cultivar Beyond Blue
Common Name Beyond Blue Blue Fescue
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: approx.. 18 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Around 2-3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Festuca glauca
Tsnum: 97116
Variety
Cultivar Sea Urchin
Common Name Sea Urchin Fescue
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 16 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Festuca mairei
Tsnum: 12143
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Atlas Fescue
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2.5 feet
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: Around 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump, mound
Foliage Color: Grey-green
Landscape Uses: Naturalized areas, groundcover for large areas, xeric once established
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: 6-9 inches
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 5
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Festuca ovina glauca
Tsnum: 94138
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Blue Fescue
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Express Seed Co.
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan (unimportant)
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Festuca ovina glauca
Tsnum: 94192
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Blue Fescue
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source Express Seed Co.
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan (unimportant)
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Filipendula rubra
Tsnum: 13018
Variety
Cultivar Venusta
Common Name Venusta Queen of the Prairie
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 4 feet
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Wet areas, cut flower, border (rear), large gardens
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale Pink
Flower Size: Clusters up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 10
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Filipendula vulgaris
Tsnum: 95082
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Meadowsweet
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source American Horticulturist Seed Cata
Plant Width: Up to 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump of basal foliage; upright flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, water garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Clusters up to 5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 2.5-3 feet tall
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 40 7/19
7/26 30
8/9 20
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Fragaria vesca
Tsnum: 87262
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Native Wild Strawberry
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Up to 7 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Groundcover, wildflower garden, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Fragaria vesca
Tsnum: 17034
Variety
Cultivar Variegata
Common Name Variegated Strawberry
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 1-3 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 5-8 ft.
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaillardia
Tsnum: 17158
Variety
Cultivar Galya™ Blazing Sun
Common Name Galya Blazing Sun Blanket Flower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 13 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow with Red Center
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaillardia
Tsnum: 17157
Variety
Cultivar Galya™ Wild Fire
Common Name Galya Wild Fire Blanket Flower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaillardia
Tsnum: 17159
Variety
Cultivar Galya™ Yellow
Common Name Galya Yellow Blanket Flower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 14 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 60
7/12 80
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaillardia
Tsnum: 17156
Variety
Cultivar Spintop Orange Halo
Common Name Spintop Orange Halo Blanket Flower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 17 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaillardia
Tsnum: 17155
Variety
Cultivar Spintop Red
Common Name Spintop Red Blanket Flower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 15 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 16 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaillardia aristata
Tsnum: 17040
Variety
Cultivar Mesa
Common Name Mesa Blanket Flower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 30
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaillardia x grandifolia
Tsnum: 15130
Variety
Cultivar Sunset Cutie
Common Name Sunset Cutie Blanket Flower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 8-9 inches
Source Eason Horticulture Resources
Plant Width: 11 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Red with Yellow edges and center
Flower Size: About 2 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: About 10-11 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Galium odorata
Tsnum: 82205
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Sweet Woodruff
Family Rubiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: planting has spread to 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers are tiny, less than .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaura
Tsnum: 17160
Variety
Cultivar Grace™ Blush
Common Name Grace Blush Whirling Butterflies
Family Onagraceae
Plant Height: 14 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 20 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Peach
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 40
8/9 60
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gaura
Tsnum: 17161
Variety
Cultivar Grace™ Haze
Common Name Grace Haze Whirling Butterflies
Family Onagraceae
Plant Height: 15 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 40
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium
Tsnum: 07141
Variety
Cultivar Blue Sunrise
Common Name Blue Sunrise Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: Around 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to light green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium
Tsnum: 14169
Variety
Cultivar Eureka Blue
Common Name Eureka Blue Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet in bed A, 1 foot in bed E
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Mass planting, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 4 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 2.5 feet
5/24 5
5/31 10
6/7 90
6/14 100
6/28 70
7/5 90
7/12 80
6/21 80 7/19 50
7/26 30
8/98/16
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium
Tsnum: 14048
Variety
Cultivar Eureka Blue
Common Name Eureka Blue Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Mass planting, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 4 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 2.5 feet
5/24 5
5/31 10
6/7 90
6/14 100
6/28 70
7/5 90
7/12 80
6/21 80 7/19 50
7/26 30
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium
Tsnum: 09089
Variety
Cultivar Gerwat
Common Name Rozanne Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: Around 18 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: Over 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 30
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 60 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium
Tsnum: 09041
Variety
Cultivar Jolly Bee
Common Name Jolly Bee Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 80 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 60
9/7 50
Bed: I
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium
Tsnum: 89175
Variety -0-
Cultivar Russell Pritchard
Common Name Russell Pritchard Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Hines Nursery
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: Up to 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/24 80
5/31 100
6/7 70
6/14 20
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 40
8/9 50
8/16 60
8/24
9/7 10
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium
Tsnum: 03062
Variety
Cultivar Tiny Monster
Common Name Tiny Monster Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source EuroAmerican
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Up to 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 16 inches
5/245/31 10
6/7 50
6/14 70
6/28 80
7/5 60
7/12 50
6/21 100 7/19 30
7/26 20
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: G
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium cantabrigiense
Tsnum: 92167
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Pink Compact Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Mass planting, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 4 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 12 inches
5/245/31 10
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 10
7/5
7/12
6/21 30 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium himalayense
Tsnum: 91206
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Lilac Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 5
5/31 20
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 50
7/12 40
6/21 100 7/19 30
7/26 30
8/9 40
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7 40
Bed: N
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium macrorrhizum
Tsnum: 89176
Variety -0-
Cultivar Bevans Beauty
Common Name Bigroot Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 16 inches
Source Hines Nursery
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Up to 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 10
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium magniflorum
Tsnum: 00138
Variety
Cultivar La Veta Lace
Common Name La Veta Lace Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches in bed I, 1 foot in bed GE
Source Welby/ Plant Select
Plant Width: 2 feet in bed GE, About 1 foot in bed I
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial to semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 60
7/5 30
7/12 10
6/21 100 7/19 5
7/26 5
8/9 5
8/16 5
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium platypetalum
Tsnum: 92168
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Broad Petaled Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: Around 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 30 7/19
7/26 5
8/9 20
8/16 30
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geranium sanguineum
Tsnum: 86204
Variety prostratum
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Creeping Prostrate Cranesbill
Family Geraniaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: About 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7 50
6/14 70
6/28 30
7/5 30
7/12 20
6/21 60 7/19 20
7/26 20
8/9 20
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Geum
Tsnum: 15140
Variety
Cultivar Fire Storm
Common Name Fire Storm Avens
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: About 9 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 60
5/31 100
6/7 40
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Geum
Tsnum: 12048
Variety
Cultivar Totally Tangerine
Common Name Totally Tangerine Geum
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2.5 feet
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: planting has spread to around 4.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Red-orange fading to light orange
Flower Size: 2-3 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: around 3 feet
5/24 80
5/31 100
6/7 40
6/14 30
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 10
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gillenia trifoliata
Tsnum: 17033
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Indian Physic
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Globularia punctata
Tsnum: 12132
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Globe Daisy
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial, semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green, glossy
Landscape Uses: Xeric, borders, rock and alpine gardens or troughs
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: 2-3 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 14 inches
5/24 60
5/31 100
6/7 40
6/14 20
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Goniolimon tataricum
Tsnum: 94102
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name German Statice
Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; upright spreading flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, dried flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 9 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 12 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 60 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gypsophila
Tsnum: 17162
Variety
Cultivar Festival™ Pink Splash
Common Name Festival Pink Splash Baby's Breath
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Gypsophila
Tsnum: 17163
Variety
Cultivar Festival™ White Flare
Common Name Festival White Flare Baby's Breath
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 50
Bed: O
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gypsophila paniculata
Tsnum: 04085
Variety
Cultivar Festival Star
Common Name Festival Star Baby's Breath
Family Caryophylaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet
Source Proven Winners
Plant Width: About 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than .5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/24 5
5/31 10
6/7 30
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 90
6/21 100 7/19 80
7/26 70
8/9 60
8/16 50
8/24 40
9/7 30
Bed: C
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Gypsophila paniculata
Tsnum: 96042
Variety
Cultivar Pink Fairy
Common Name Pink Fairy Baby's Breath
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source 1995 Herbicide Study
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White fades to pale pink
Flower Size: .5 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 5
5/31 50
6/7 90
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 70
6/21 100 7/19 50
7/26 20
8/9 10
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helenium
Tsnum: 10064
Variety
Cultivar Double Trouble
Common Name Double Trouble Sneezeweed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source McGregor Plant Sales
Plant Width: about 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.25 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 30
7/26 50
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helenium
Tsnum: 17164
Variety
Cultivar Mariachi™ Bandera
Common Name Mariachi Bandera Sneezeweed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Plants Nouveau
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 10
7/5 50
7/12 80
6/21 7/19 90
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 80
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helenium
Tsnum: 13049
Variety
Cultivar Ruby Tuesday
Common Name Ruby Tuesday Sneezeweed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: about 4 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Borders, cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red (reverted to yellow 7.29.15)
Flower Size: Up to 3"
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: about 4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: C
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helenium
Tsnum: 17060
Variety
Cultivar Short and Sassy
Common Name Short and Sassy Sneezeweed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 9 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 30
7/12 80
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 50
Bed: New
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helenium autumnale
Tsnum: 04144
Variety
Cultivar Rotgold
Common Name Rotgold Sneezeweed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source 2004 Herbicide Study
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red to yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helenium x
Tsnum: 01095
Variety
Cultivar Red and Gold
Common Name Red and Gold Sneezeweed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 40 inches
Source All American Selections
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red and yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 20
8/9 40
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GA
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helenium x
Tsnum: 01096
Variety
Cultivar Red with Yellow Edge
Common Name Red with Yellow Edge Sneezeweed
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 4 feet
Source All American Selections
Plant Width: 3 feet, lodging
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 30
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GA
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helianthus
Tsnum: 17165
Variety
Cultivar Autumn Gold
Common Name Autumn Gold Sunflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 16 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: upright
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 budding
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helianthus maximiliani
Tsnum: 85043
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Maximilian sunflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 9 feet before , 5 feet
Source Weddle Native Gardens
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 budding
9/7 budding
Bed: G
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helianthus maximiliani hybrid
Tsnum: 15024
Variety
Cultivar 'Lemon Queen' x 'Dakota Sunshine'
Common Name Maximilian Sunflower Hybrid
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: about 10 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual Flowers around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 5
8/9 30
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: C
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helichrysum flanaganii
Tsnum: 16088
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Strawflower
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helictotrichon sempervirens
Tsnum: 88223
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Blue Avens
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Seed heads up to 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helictotrichon sempervirens
Tsnum: 92164
Variety
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Blue Avena Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet in bed GB, 2.5 feet in bed E
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Seed heads up to 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 50
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helictotrichon sempervirens
Tsnum: 92266
Variety
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Blue Avena Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 2.5 feet in bed GB, 2.5 feet in bed E
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent in bed GB, good in bed E
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Seed heads up to 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 50
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Heliopsis helianthoides
Tsnum: 80199
Variety scabra
Cultivar Incomparabilis
Common Name Incomparable Oxeye Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 10 inches
Source Springbrook Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, cut flowers fresh or dried
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent
Flower Color: Golden yellow semi-double to double
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Heliopsis helianthoides
Tsnum: 17048
Variety
Cultivar Sunstruck
Common Name Sunstruck Oxeye Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Green variegated
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31 5
6/7 40
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 70
9/7 40
Bed: New
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Heliopsis helianthoides
Tsnum: 09043
Variety
Cultivar Tuscan Sun
Common Name Tuscan Sun Oxeye Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: foliage up to 3 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: planting spread to about 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Golden yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 5
6/14 40
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 60 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: K
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Heliopsis helianthus var. scabra
Tsnum: 17039
Variety
Cultivar Burning Hearts
Common Name Burning Hearts Oxeye Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 10 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green/reddish
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow w/ Orange Center
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helleborus
Tsnum: 10080
Variety
Cultivar Cherry Blossom
Common Name Cherry Blossom Lenten Rose
Family Ranunculacae
Plant Height: Up to 1.5 feet
Source -0-
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Petals are burgundy outside, pale green inside
Flower Size: 1 - 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus
Tsnum: 15134
Variety
Cultivar H0251
Common Name Snow Crystal Hellebore
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: about 6 inches
Source HilverdaKooij
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark Green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: about 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Helleborus x hybrid
Tsnum: 13109
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Maestro
Common Name Gold Collection Maestro Helleborus
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus orientalis
Tsnum: 99049
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Lenten Rose
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot in bed GD, 14 inches in bed F
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 4.5 feet in bed GD, about 2.5 feet in bed F
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: One plant has pale mauve/burgundy flowers in bed GD, the other plant has pale yellow-green flowers in bed F
Flower Size: Flowers are up to 2.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 1-1.5 feet (in bed F), 2 feet in bed GD
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus orientalis
Tsnum: 99189
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Lenten Rose
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot in bed GD, 14 inches in bed F
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 4.5 feet in bed GD, about 2.5 feet in bed F
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: One plant has pale mauve/burgundy flowers in bed GD, the other plant has pale yellow-green flowers in bed F
Flower Size: Flowers are up to 2.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 1-1.5 feet (in bed F), 2 feet in bed GD
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus orientalis
Tsnum: 99161
Variety
Cultivar Royal Heritage Strain
Common Name Royal Heritage Strain Lenten Rose
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 foot
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Burgundy/mauve pink petals with pale yellow anthers
Flower Size: 2 to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: About 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5 20
4/12 15
4/19 5
3/13 Budding
3/27 40
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Scientific Name Helleborus x ballardiae
Tsnum: 10058
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Cinnamon Snow
Common Name Gold Collection Cinnamon Snow Lenten Rose
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 20 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Red-purple
Flower Size: Clusters up to 3 inches in size, individual flowers less than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Around 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus x ballardiae
Tsnum: 10059
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Pink Frost
Common Name Gold Collection Pink Frost Lenten Rose
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Yellow/green tinged with pink
Flower Size: 1 - 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: around 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus x hybrid
Tsnum: 13112
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Champion
Common Name Gold Collection Champion Helleborus
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: bright green
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus x hybrid
Tsnum: 13114
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Ice Breaker Corsica
Common Name Gold Collection Ice Breaker Corsica Helleborus
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: bright green
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: up to 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus x hybrid
Tsnum: 13110
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Ice Breaker Pico
Common Name Gold Collection Ice Breaker Pico Helleborus
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: Up to 4 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus x hybrid
Tsnum: 13111
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Ice Breaker Prelude
Common Name Gold Collection Ice Breaker Prelude Helleborus
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: pale green with pinker edges
Flower Size: 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: Up to 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus x hybrid
Tsnum: 13113
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Monte Cristo
Common Name Gold Collection Monte Cristo Helleborus
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 10
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus x hybrid
Tsnum: 13117
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Platinum Rose
Common Name Gold Collection Platinum Rose Helleborus
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: bright green with tan edges
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: 6-8 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Helleborus x hybrid
Tsnum: 13115
Variety
Cultivar Gold Collection Snow Dance
Common Name Gold Collection Snow Dance Helleborus
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 9 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, winter and early spring interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: bright green
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: Up to 4 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 04151
Variety
Cultivar Betty Woods
Common Name Betty Woods Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Around 1.5 feet
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Around 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale orange on ruffled petals
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 04153
Variety
Cultivar Brocaded Gown
Common Name Brocaded Gown Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale yellow with ruffled recurved petals
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5 20
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 80324
Variety -0-
Cultivar Butter Curls
Common Name Butter Curls Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale yellow
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 100
8/9 20
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 06051
Variety
Cultivar Chateu Blanc
Common Name Chateu Blanc Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale-yellow to white
Flower Size: Up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5 40
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 04146
Variety
Cultivar Custard Candy
Common Name Custard Candy Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches in bed E, 2 inches in bed GA
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: 2 feet in bed E 1.5 feet in bed GA
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale yellow with burgundy ring and yellow-green center
Flower Size: 4-5 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 18 inches in bed GA, 2.5 feet in bed E
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 70
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 07118
Variety
Cultivar Custard Candy
Common Name Custard Candy Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Yellow with a Red ring around the center
Flower Size: 4-5 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to a foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 50
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 13051
Variety
Cultivar Double Pardon Me
Common Name Double Pardon Me Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright, clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Borders, mass plantings, groundcover
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red orange
Flower Size: Individual up to 5"
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 100
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 04155
Variety
Cultivar Ed Murray
Common Name Ed Murray Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 19 inches
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Up to 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Burgundy/ deep red with some yellow in throat
Flower Size: Around 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 07122
Variety
Cultivar Ed Murray Red
Common Name Ed Murray Red Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet in bed C, 1 foot in bed E
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet in bed C, 2 feet in bed E
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed C, fair in bed E
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Burgundy/ deep red with some yellow in throat
Flower Size: Around 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet E C
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 10
7/5 60
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 04152
Variety
Cultivar Fairy Tale Pink
Common Name Fairy Tale Pink Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 20 inches
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Around 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pale peach to yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet tall
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 80
7/5 100
7/12
6/21 60 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 11091
Variety
Cultivar Fire King
Common Name Fire King Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed B, Poor in bed K
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange-red
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 - 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 30
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 06047
Variety
Cultivar Golden Prize
Common Name Golden Prize Daylilly
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Golden yellow
Flower Size: 4 to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 50
7/5 80
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 06045
Variety
Cultivar Ida's Magic
Common Name Ida's Magic Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: about 1 foot
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Recurved ruffled petals from peach pink to yellow
Flower Size: Flowers up to 5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 50
8/9 20
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 80325
Variety -0-
Cultivar Magic Wand
Common Name Magic Wand Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: 9 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale orange
Flower Size: 5-6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 100
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 05078
Variety
Cultivar Martha Adams
Common Name Martha Adams Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: 20 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Deep red with a yellow throat
Flower Size: 4-5 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 20 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 05080
Variety
Cultivar Neal Berrey
Common Name Neal Berrey Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 15 inches
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: 15 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Recurved, pale pink outer petals with darker pink, ruffled inner petals.
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 50
7/5 80
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 06052
Variety
Cultivar Red Suspenders
Common Name Red Suspenders Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 14 inches
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Up to 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red with yellow throat
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 20
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 06049
Variety
Cultivar Ruffled Apricot
Common Name Ruffled Apricot Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Around 6 inches
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange, fading to light orange
Flower Size: Flowers up to 5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 06048
Variety
Cultivar Russian Rhapsody
Common Name Russian Rhapsody Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 17 inches
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Mauve pink
Flower Size: 4 to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 30
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 06054
Variety
Cultivar Vintage Bordeaux
Common Name Vintage Bordeaux Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Deep burgundy slightly ruffled petals with yellow throat
Flower Size: Around 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis
Tsnum: 04148
Variety
Cultivar Wedding Band
Common Name Wedding Band Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: About 2.5 feet in bed GA, About 2 feet in bed I
Source Margaret Wolf
Plant Width: About 3 feet in bed GA, About 2 feet in bed I
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale yellow with ruffled recurved petals
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2-2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 50
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis fulva
Tsnum: 99179
Variety kwanso
Cultivar
Common Name Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Celia Tannehill
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Hemerocallis x
Tsnum: 76044
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Orange Hybrid Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Orange-yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 80
6/28 100
7/5
7/12
6/21 90 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hemerocallis x
Tsnum: 76065
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Yellow Hybrid Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Around 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Orange-yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 80
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 90 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hemerocallis x
Tsnum: 97133
Variety
Cultivar Hall's Pink
Common Name Hall's Pink Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 17 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Light pink with Yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hemerocallis x
Tsnum: 97134
Variety
Cultivar Stella D'Oro
Common Name Stella D'Oro Daylily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 20 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7 5
6/14 10
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 10 7/19 40
7/26 20
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 90
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hesperaloe parviflora
Tsnum: 10086
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Red yucca
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Coral pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch long, large loose panicle clusters up to 2 feet
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heterotheca villosa
Tsnum: 87153
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Hairy Golden Aster
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 5 feet
Source American Horticultural Society
Plant Width: Around 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 10
8/9 20
8/16 30
8/24 40
9/7 60
Bed: M
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 17198
Variety
Cultivar TNHEUNEA
Common Name NORTHERN EXPOSURE Amber Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: about 6 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: about 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: mounding
Foliage Color: Red/orange
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 15039
Variety
Cultivar Delta Dawn
Common Name Delta Dawn Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: About 6 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Alpine garden, border, containers, edging, evergreen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: good
Flower Color: Pale Yellow
Flower Size: raceme about 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: good
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 15040
Variety
Cultivar Georgia Plum
Common Name Georgia Plum Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: About 3 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: purple
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale Yellow
Flower Size: Loose flower clusters up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3-8 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12 30
6/21 40 7/19 60
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 40
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 15038
Variety
Cultivar Spellbound
Common Name Spellbound Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: about 6 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: about 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: mounding
Foliage Color: purple and dark green
Landscape Uses: Alpine garden, border, containers, edging, evergreen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: bright green with red
Flower Size: raceme up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: up to 1.5 foot
5/245/31
6/7 20
6/14 80
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 12079
Variety
Cultivar Amethyst Myst
Common Name Amethyst Myst Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Up to 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Purple tinged with pale green, darker purple veins
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pinkish white
Flower Size: Loose flower clusters up to 8 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/245/31 budding
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 15026
Variety
Cultivar Big Top Gold
Common Name Big Top Gold Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: About 3 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: About 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: light green and brown
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 15133
Variety
Cultivar Black Taffeta
Common Name Black Taffeta Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Eason Horticulture Resources
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green with shades of dark purple
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 12049
Variety
Cultivar Blackout
Common Name Blackout Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 11 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark purple, almost black
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Loose flower clusters up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 70
7/5 60
7/12 30
6/21 90 7/19 10
7/26 5
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 17106
Variety
Cultivar Blondie
Common Name Blondie Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 9 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: mounding
Foliage Color: Straw/pink
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 17106
Variety
Cultivar Blondie
Common Name Blondie Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: Straw/pink
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 10
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 15131
Variety
Cultivar Glitter
Common Name Glitter Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Eason Horticulture Resources
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: pale green with dark green veins
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Loose flower clusters up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 70
6/21 100 7/19 50
7/26 40
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 15150
Variety
Cultivar Heureka Sweet Princess
Common Name Heureka Sweet Princess Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Cultivaris
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Red glossy
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pale Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 60
7/12 30
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 14159
Variety
Cultivar Pink Lipstick
Common Name Pink Lipstick Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Deep Pink
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 40
6/7 100
6/14 100
6/28 50
7/5 20
7/12 30
6/21 100 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 13095
Variety
Cultivar Sashay
Common Name Sashay Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 4-5 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: About 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green top with burgundy bottom sides
Landscape Uses: Alpine garden, border, containers, edging, evergreen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Raceme up to 3 inches in size, individual flowers less than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 8 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 17199
Variety
Cultivar TNHEUNEL
Common Name NORTHERN EXPOSURE Lime Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: about 6 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: about 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: mounding
Foliage Color: Lime green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera
Tsnum: 17197
Variety
Cultivar TNHEUNES
Common Name NORTHERN EXPOSURE Silver Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: mounding
Foliage Color: Silvery green with red blush
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera americana
Tsnum: 92082
Variety -0-
Cultivar Palace Purple
Common Name Palace Purple Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Purple
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera sanguinea
Tsnum: 87270
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Up to 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Coral red
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 8 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 foot
5/24 budding
5/31 20
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera sanguinea
Tsnum: 09116
Variety
Cultivar Snow Angel
Common Name Snow Angel Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: About 4 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: Medium green with yellow swatches
Landscape Uses: Alpine garden, border, containers, edging, evergreen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Red pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: about 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera sanguinea
Tsnum: 01069
Variety -0-
Cultivar Snow Angel
Common Name Snow Angel Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceaae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Welby Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Variegated pale green and medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Coral red/ pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: about 6 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 40
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 60
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera sanguinea
Tsnum: 05048
Variety
Cultivar Splendens
Common Name Splendens Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 inches
Source 2005 Herbicide Study
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Coral red
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera villosa
Tsnum: 14173
Variety
Cultivar Big Top Burgundy
Common Name Big Top Burgundy Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches I, About 1 foot in bed GA
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 1 foot I, About 2 feet in bed GA
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Burgundy with green
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent in bed GA, Good in bed I
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: 7-8 inch long raceme inflorescence
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: About 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 50
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera villosa
Tsnum: 14054
Variety
Cultivar Big Top Burgundy
Common Name Big Top Burgundy Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches I, About 1 foot in bed GA
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 1 foot I, About 2 feet in bed GA
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Burgundy with green
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent in bed GA, Good in bed I
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: 7-8 inch long raceme inflorescence
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: About 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 50
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 421 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera villosa
Tsnum: 11085
Variety
Cultivar Brownie
Common Name Brownie Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source McGregor Plant Sales
Plant Width: Around 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Brownish green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size: Loose flower clusters up to 8 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 40
8/16 70
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 422 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera villosa
Tsnum: 17107
Variety
Cultivar Carnival Plum Crazy
Common Name Carnival Plum Crazy Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: mounding
Foliage Color: Silvery-purple
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 10
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 100
7/26 70
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera villosa
Tsnum: 12050
Variety
Cultivar Pinot Gris
Common Name Pinot Gris Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Top side of leaves are orange/pinkish green, underside of leaves are pink with pale green veins
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White with pink
Flower Size: Clusters up to 1 inch, individual flowers less than .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 20
6/28 50
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19 20
7/26 40
8/9 60
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 424 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera villosa hybrid
Tsnum: 15041
Variety
Cultivar Circus
Common Name Circus Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: About 3 inches
Source Creek Hill/Eason
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: light green, dark green veins
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size: 3-8 inch long raceme
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera x
Tsnum: 96209
Variety
Cultivar Bressingham Hybrids
Common Name Bressingham Hybrids Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green with light green spots
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Coral-red
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera x
Tsnum: 06077
Variety -0-
Cultivar Dolce Licorice
Common Name Dolce Licorice Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Proven Winners
Plant Width: Up to 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark purple, almost black, with hints of silver
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pinkish white
Flower Size: Loose flower clusters up to 9 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 30
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 427 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera x
Tsnum: 99046
Variety
Cultivar Ebony and Ivory
Common Name Ebony and Ivory Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green with hints of silver
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Clusters up to 3 inches in height
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to Good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera x
Tsnum: 09098
Variety
Cultivar Firefly
Common Name Firefly Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1.5 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size: Clusters up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 foot
5/245/31 5
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 80
6/21 100 7/19 50
7/26 30
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera x
Tsnum: 14029
Variety
Cultivar Midnight Rose
Common Name Midnight Rose Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark purple, light pink streaks
Landscape Uses: Shade garden, Border, Mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: 5-6 inch long raceme inflorescence
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 10 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 30
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera x
Tsnum: 96211
Variety
Cultivar Palace Passion
Common Name Palace Passion Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 9 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Top side of leave are dark to medium green, underside of leaves are purple
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Clusters up to 3 inches in size, individual flowers less than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 10 inches
5/245/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 80
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera x
Tsnum: 03088
Variety
Cultivar Ruby Bells
Common Name Ruby Bells Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green with hints of silver
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Coral red
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 20
6/28 60
7/5 30
7/12 10
6/21 100 7/19
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heuchera x brizoides
Tsnum: 11099
Variety
Cultivar Firefly
Common Name Firefly Coral Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: Up to 11 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size: Clusters up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heucherella
Tsnum: 15044
Variety
Cultivar Buttered Rum
Common Name Buttered Rum Heucherella
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: about 3 inches
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: about 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: Red to maroon
Landscape Uses: Alpine garden, border, containers, edging, evergreen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heucherella
Tsnum: 15045
Variety
Cultivar Cracked Ice
Common Name Cracked Ice Heucherella
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: about 2 inches
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: medium green with shades of red-purple
Landscape Uses: Alpine garden, border, containers, edging, evergreen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Raceme up to 3 inches in size, individual flowers less than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: good
Flower Height: 10-12 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 20
8/9 40
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Heucherella
Tsnum: 15132
Variety
Cultivar Honey Rose
Common Name Honey Rose Foamy Bells
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: .5 feet
Source Eason Horticulture Resources
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mounding
Foliage Color: Brownish pale green, brownish red
Landscape Uses: Alpine garden, border, containers, edging, evergreen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Off-white
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus
Tsnum: 14123
Variety
Cultivar Cherry Cheesecake
Common Name Cherry Cheesecake Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: 60 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White with red stripes
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 8 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 40
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus
Tsnum: 14025
Variety
Cultivar Heart Throb
Common Name Heart Throb Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Around 5 feet in bed E, around 4 feet in bed G
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: about 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Deep Red
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 30
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 20
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus
Tsnum: 14170
Variety
Cultivar Heart Throb
Common Name Heart Throb Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Around 5 feet in bed E, around 4 feet in bed G
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: about 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Deep Red
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 30
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus
Tsnum: 11075
Variety
Cultivar Jazzberry Jam
Common Name Jazzberry Jam Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: Up to 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent to excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Magenta pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 8 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 30
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus
Tsnum: 11074
Variety
Cultivar Summer Storm
Common Name Summer Storm Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: About 4 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: has spread over 15 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green to red to maroon
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Raspberry pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 8 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 20
8/24 60
9/7 100
Bed: K
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus
Tsnum: 17200
Variety
Cultivar SUMMERIFIC® Cherry Choco Latte
Common Name SUMMERIFIC Cherry Choco Latte Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: 36 inches
Source Walters Gardens, Inc. /Proven Wi
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Brick Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 30
8/9 5
8/16 5
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus hybrid
Tsnum: 14050
Variety
Cultivar Cranberry Crush
Common Name Cranberry Crush Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Up to 36 inches in bed I, 4 feet in bed GA
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Up to 36 inches in bed I, 3.5 feet in bed GA
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Deep Magenta
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 8 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 - 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 30
8/9 60
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 40
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus hybrid
Tsnum: 14174
Variety
Cultivar Cranberry Crush
Common Name Cranberry Crush Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches in bed I, 5 feet in bed GA
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Up to 14 inches in bed I, 3 feet in bed GA
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Deep Magenta
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 8 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 - 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 30
8/9 60
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 20
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus moscheutos
Tsnum: 09039
Variety
Cultivar Carafe Bordeaux
Common Name Carafe Bordeaux Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: 4.5 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent
Flower Color: Reddish-pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 8 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 20
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus moscheutos
Tsnum: 09130
Variety
Cultivar Cordials Cherry Brandy
Common Name Cherry Brandy Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: 4 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Red to maroon
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent to excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Deep Magenta
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 8 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 40
Bed: E
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus moscheutos
Tsnum: 09132
Variety
Cultivar Cordials Cinnamon Grappa
Common Name Cinnamon Grappa Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: 32 inches in bed GB, 3.5 feet in bed C
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 18 inches in bed GB, 3-3.5 feet in bed C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Reddish-pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 8 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3.5-4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 20
Bed: GB
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus moscheutos
Tsnum: 14035
Variety
Cultivar Cristi
Common Name Cristi Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Bailey Nurseries
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 8 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet A
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 30
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hibiscus moscheutos
Tsnum: 14032
Variety
Cultivar Luna Red
Common Name Luna Red Hibiscus
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Around 3 feet
Source Kieft Seeds
Plant Width: around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 20
8/24 50
9/7 100
Bed: C
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hosta
Tsnum: 15027
Variety
Cultivar Autumn Frost
Common Name Autumn Frost Hosta
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: about 4 inches
Source Walter's Gardens/Proven Winnr
Plant Width: about 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: variegated
Landscape Uses: Border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: about 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 100
8/9 40
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hosta
Tsnum: 10047
Variety
Cultivar Blue Ivory
Common Name Blue Ivory Hosta
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated dark blue-green with off-white leaf margins
Landscape Uses: Border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pale Lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 100
8/9 20
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hosta
Tsnum: 17032
Variety
Cultivar Brother Stefan
Common Name Brother Stefan
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hosta sp.
Tsnum: 94113
Variety
Cultivar Francee
Common Name Francee Plantain Lily
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated medium green with white leaf margins
Landscape Uses: Border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 30
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hosta sp.
Tsnum: 94114
Variety
Cultivar Ginkgo Craig
Common Name Ginkgo Craig Plantain Lily
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: about 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated dark green with off-white leaf margins
Landscape Uses: Border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hosta tsushimensis
Tsnum: 83108
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Hosta
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Around 10 inches
Source US Nat'l Arboretum
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 30
8/16 60
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hosta ventricosa
Tsnum: 89021
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Blue Plantain Lily
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source American Horticultural Society
Plant Width: Up to 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1.5-2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Humulus lupulus
Tsnum: 12082
Variety
Cultivar Aureus
Common Name Golden Hops
Family Cannabaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed 6 foot fence
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Has spread to over 4 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green to yellow green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen, dried flowers lend winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Greenish-yellow, dry to reddish-tan
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 to 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Vine has climbed up the 6 foot fence, flowers are produced near the top portions of the vine
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hyacinthoides hispanica
Tsnum: 09186
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Wood Hyacinth
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated dark blue-green with off-white leaf margins
Landscape Uses: Border, shade plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pale Lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hypericum calycinum
Tsnum: 86123
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name St. John's Wort
Family Hypericaceae
Plant Height: Up to 20 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 5.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flower around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: Up to 9 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Hypericum tetrapterum
Tsnum: 04098
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Square-stemmed St. John's Wort
Family Hypericaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 inches
Source Benary
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flower around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 70
8/9 30
8/16 10
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iberis
Tsnum: 03094
Variety
Cultivar Snow Cushion
Common Name Snow Cushion Candy Tuft
Family Crucifereae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 17 inches
Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/245/31 done
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iberis
Tsnum: 11045
Variety
Cultivar Snowball
Common Name Snowball Evergreen Candytuft
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1.5 foot
Source Annual Trial Garden
Plant Width: about 6 feet
Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Clusters are 1 to 2 inches , but are very dense, covering the plant
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 foot
5/24 5
5/31 5
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iberis
Tsnum: 17166
Variety
Cultivar Snowsation
Common Name Snowsation Candytuft
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iberis sempervirens
Tsnum: 04066
Variety
Cultivar Snow Thimble
Common Name Snow Thimble Candytuft
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source Jelitto Perennial Seeds
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 2 feet
Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
Plant Habit: Mounded
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Clusters less than 1 inch; around .5 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31 10
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iberis sempervirens
Tsnum: 83211
Variety -0-
Cultivar Snowmantle
Common Name Snowmantle Evergreen Candytuft
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: Around 1.5 foot
Source Inter-State Nursery
Plant Width: spreads over 2 feet
Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Cluster up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Height: Up to 16 inches
5/24 40
5/31 10
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5 20
4/12 40
4/19 50
3/13
3/27 Budding
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iberis sempervirens
Tsnum: 14143
Variety
Cultivar Whiteout
Common Name Whiteout Candytuft
Family Brassicaceae
Plant Height: 3-4 inches in bed GA, 6 inches in bed E
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 4-5 inches in bed GA, about 1 foot in bed E
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair in bed GA, good in bed E
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Clusters less than 1 inch; around .5 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 4-5 inches
5/24 60
5/31 20
6/7 10
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5 15
4/12 65
4/19 90
3/13
3/27 Budding
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Incarvillea olgae
Tsnum: 16097
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Trumpet Flower
Family Bignoniaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 10
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 20
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Inula royeana
Tsnum: 01054
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Blackbud Inula
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source Plant Select/Welby
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 50
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19 100
7/26 40
8/9 10
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 80246
Variety -0-
Cultivar 7-16
Common Name 7-16 Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: 4 - 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2 - 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 20
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 05061
Variety
Cultivar Acoma
Common Name Acoma Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: up to 10 inches
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: about 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Color: Purple and white
Flower Size: Up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 100
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 80245
Variety -0-
Cultivar Babbling Brook
Common Name Babbling Brook Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: About 2 ft.
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: Spread over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Pale blue w/ white and yellow beard
Flower Size: 4 - 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: 2 - 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 95104
Variety
Cultivar Before the Storm
Common Name Before the Storm Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: About 10 inches
Source Karl Jorgensen
Plant Width: planting has spread to around 4.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Deep purple, close to black
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 40
6/14 20
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 80260
Variety -0-
Cultivar Blue Line
Common Name Blue Line Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light bluish-green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Blue/ purple
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19 10
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 05064
Variety
Cultivar Grand Waltz
Common Name Grand Waltz Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple with orange throat and beard
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 80248
Variety -0-
Cultivar L-2
Common Name L-2 Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: About 18 inches
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good, fragrant
Flower Color: Purple with white blotches in center of falls, yellow beard
Flower Size: 4 to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good, fragrant
Flower Height: Up to 24 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 100
6/7 30
6/14 20
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 05068
Variety
Cultivar Samurai Warrior
Common Name Samurai Warrior Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Dark red with orange center
Flower Size: 3 to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 10
5/31 60
6/7 10
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 95109
Variety
Cultivar Shopper's Holiday
Common Name Shopper's Holiday Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 16 inches
Source Karl Jorgensen
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Color: Light pink
Flower Size: Up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Height: 16 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 95102
Variety
Cultivar Silver Fox
Common Name Silver Fox Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 14 inches
Source Karl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White petals with hints of stripes in the center, orange/rec beards
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 100
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 80253
Variety -0-
Cultivar Stepping Out
Common Name Stepping Out Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good, fragrant
Flower Color: Deep purple w/large white patches on falls, blue and yellow beard
Flower Size: 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good, fragrant
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 95113
Variety
Cultivar Summit Angel
Common Name Summit Angel Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 20 inches
Source Karl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 20 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Up to 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 80
6/7 40
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 80247
Variety -0-
Cultivar Summit Flame
Common Name Summit Flame Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size: 4 - 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/24 50
5/31 done
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 05069
Variety
Cultivar Summit Sun
Common Name Summit Sun Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Carl Jorgenson
Plant Width: Planting has spread to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Peach, white and purple
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 3-3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 17145
Variety
Cultivar Tomichi Creek
Common Name Tomichi Creek Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Iris
Tsnum: 95112
Variety
Cultivar Triffid
Common Name Triffid Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Karl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Pale yellow/ off white, blue and yellow beards.
Flower Size: 5 - 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 40
5/31 100
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris lactea
Tsnum: 96290
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Around 6 feet in bed N and in bed GA, Has spread to about 8 feet in bedM
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Lavender/blue and white
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 2-3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 -2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris lactea
Tsnum: 96287
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet in bed N, 30 inches in bed GA
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Around 6 feet in bed N, 2 feet in bed GA, Has spread to about 8 feet in bed M
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Lavender/blue and white
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 2-3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: 1.5-2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris lactea
Tsnum: 96144
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Around 6 feet in bed N and in bed GA, Has spread to about 8 feet in bed M
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Lavender/blue and white
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 2-3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: 1.5-2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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Scientific Name Iris missouriensis
Tsnum: 83058
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Missouri Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Stan Metzger
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pale indigo/ lavender
Flower Size: 2 to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris pallida
Tsnum: 97130
Variety
Cultivar Variegata
Common Name Variegated Sweet Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Variegated off-white and pale green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White with purple edges on falls
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris pseudacorus
Tsnum: 12089
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Yellow Flag Water Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 2.5 feet
Source Volunteer
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Water plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: 4-5 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris sibirica
Tsnum: 82014
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Siberian Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source GM Nurseries Inc.
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Medium to light green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 100
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: D
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris typhifolia
Tsnum: 97241
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Welby Gardens
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, water garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White with purple edge
Flower Size: 3 inch height, 6 inch width
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99121
Variety
Cultivar 85-P-17A
Common Name 85-P17-A Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to about 1 foot
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Yellow standards with red falls
Flower Size: 4 to 5 inch flowers
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: 2 - 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 493 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99133
Variety
Cultivar 87-21-1
Common Name 87-21-1 Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow with orange beard
Flower Size: 4 to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1 to 2 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 494 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99143
Variety
Cultivar 95-P-2
Common Name 95-P-2 Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White with narrow orange beard
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 495 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99131
Variety
Cultivar 9S-P-1
Common Name 9S-P-1 Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale pink
Flower Size: 3 inch height, 6 inch width
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 18 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 30
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 496 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99122
Variety
Cultivar Amy Renee
Common Name Amy Renee Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 16 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good/fragrant
Flower Color: Pale orange and orange yellow falls w/ darker orange beard
Flower Size: 4 to 5 inch flowers
Flower Effectiveness: Good/fragrant
Flower Height: 1 - 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 497 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99136
Variety
Cultivar Azure Whir
Common Name Azure Whir Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: spread over 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Very pale blue w/slightly darker blue beard
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 498 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99141
Variety
Cultivar Candace Aleen
Common Name Candace Aleen Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White w/orange inner beard
Flower Size: 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 14 inches
5/24 20
5/31 40
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 499 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99139
Variety
Cultivar Champagne Elegance
Common Name Champagne Elegance Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: Spread over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green, white tint
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Very pale pink standards with mauve falls and red/orange beard
Flower Size: 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 foot
5/24 20
5/31 80
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 500 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99129
Variety
Cultivar Coral Coast
Common Name Coral Coast Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: Planting spreads about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Off-white falls with very pale peach-orange standards, red beard
Flower Size: 4 to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 30
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 501 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 92205
Variety -0-
Cultivar Dorethea K. Williamson
Common Name Louisiana Iris Hybrid
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: planting has spread to about 3.5 feet
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: Up to 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Medium to light green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 502 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99144
Variety
Cultivar Eternal Bliss
Common Name Eternal Bliss Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 503 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99126
Variety
Cultivar Fortunata
Common Name Fortunata Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: Planting has spread to About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Deep purple
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet tall
5/24 budding
5/31 30
6/7 10
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 504 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99132
Variety
Cultivar Justine Margaret
Common Name Justine Margaret Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Light pink
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 40
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 505 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99134
Variety
Cultivar Lacy Lucy
Common Name Lacy Lucy Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Pale pink w/ orange-red beard
Flower Size: 4 - 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: 3 - 3.5 feet
5/24 20
5/31 50
6/7 10
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99164
Variety
Cultivar Little Norway
Common Name Little Norway Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Pale blue and white
Flower Size: 4 - 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: 2 - 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 507 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99128
Variety
Cultivar Majestic Summit
Common Name Majestic Summit Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Pink standards with lavender falls, red-orange beard
Flower Size: Up to 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: 2 - 3 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 508 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99127
Variety
Cultivar Margaret Louise
Common Name Margaret Louise Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale pink w/ reddish pink beard
Flower Size: 4 - 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 509 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99124
Variety
Cultivar Morning Favor
Common Name Morning Favor Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 11 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: planting has spread to 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Around 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 510 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99123
Variety
Cultivar Mysterious
Common Name Mysterious Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: Up to 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: About 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple with yellow center
Flower Size: 3 inch height, 6 inch width
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 18 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 511 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99135
Variety
Cultivar Peachy Summit
Common Name Peachy Summit Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange and white with red-orange beard
Flower Size: 3 to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 512 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99138
Variety
Cultivar Song Sung Blue
Common Name Song Sung Blue Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: About 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good, fragrant
Flower Color: Pale blue with darker blue beard
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good, fragrant
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 513 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99130
Variety
Cultivar Stockholm
Common Name Stockholm Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 514 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99142
Variety
Cultivar Summit Avalanche
Common Name Summit Avalanche Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: Planting spread to about 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Pale blue
Flower Size: 3 to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: 1.5 to 2.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 515 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99125
Variety
Cultivar Summit Rose
Common Name Summit Rose Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Peach with orange
Flower Size: 3 inch height, 6 inch width
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 16 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 516 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Iris x
Tsnum: 99163
Variety
Cultivar Yum Yum
Common Name Yum Yum Iris
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source Carl Jorgensen
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Light green, white tint
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Color: Pale orange/ peach with some white in the beard
Flower Size: 4 - 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, fragrant
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 517 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Juncus species
Tsnum: 14109
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Rush
Family Juncaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, foliage for dried flower arrangements, water plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: tan with deep red tip
Flower Size: inflorescence up to 2 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 518 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kalimeris pinnatifida hortensis
Tsnum: 98095
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Orphanage Plant
Family Compositae
Plant Height: About 4 feet in bed G, 8 inches in bed B
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 7 feet in bed G, Planting has spread to about 6 feet in bed B
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed G, fair in bed B
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Off-white to pale yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 15
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 40
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 519 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kalimeris pinnatifida hortensis
Tsnum: 97288
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Orphanage Plant
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 4 feet in bed G, 8 inches in bed B
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 7 feet in bed G, Planting has spread to about 6 feet in bed B
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed G, fair in bed B
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Off-white to pale yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 520 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kalimeris pinnatifida hortensis
Tsnum: 97051
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Orphanage Plant
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 3 feet in bed G, 8 inches in bed B
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 2 feet in bed G, Planting has spread to about 6 feet in bed B
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed G, fair in bed B
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Off-white to pale yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 521 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Knautia macedonica
Tsnum: 08134
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Pincushion Flower
Family Dipsacaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source -0-
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Raspberry red
Flower Size: Up to 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 5
5/31 20
6/7 70
6/14 100
6/28 30
7/5 60
7/12 80
6/21 40 7/19 90
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GD
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 522 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia
Tsnum: 02058
Variety
Cultivar Flamenco
Common Name Flamenco Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Around 1 feet
Source AAS/Benary
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Erect clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cut fresh flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 108
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 523 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia
Tsnum: 17167
Variety
Cultivar Mango Popsicle™
Common Name Mango Popsicle Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Yellow Green
Landscape Uses: Border, cut fresh flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 50
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 524 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia
Tsnum: 17168
Variety
Cultivar Redhot Popsicle™
Common Name Redhot Popsicle Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 15 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Yellow Green
Landscape Uses: Border, cut fresh flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 20
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 30
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 525 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia caulescens
Tsnum: 09149
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet in bed GC, 2 feet in bed C
Source Little Valley Nursery
Plant Width: About 3.5 feet GC, 2.5 feet C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange to yellow
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 7 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 - 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 526 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia caulescens
Tsnum: 12123
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Regal Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet in bed GC, 2 feet in bed C
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: About 3.5 feet in bed GC, 2.5 feet in bed C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Specimen, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor in bed GC, Good in bed C
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange to yellow
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 7 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 - 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 20
8/9 80
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 5
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 527 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia hirsuta
Tsnum: 00177
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Dwarf Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Around 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow, orange to red
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 30
8/16 70
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 528 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia hirsuta
Tsnum: 12051
Variety
Cultivar Fire Dance
Common Name Fire Dance Dwarf Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red to yellow
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 14 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 529 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia rooperi
Tsnum: 04084
Variety
Cultivar Royal Castle
Common Name Royal Castle Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet in bed L, 2.5 feet in bed C
Source Benary
Plant Width: Around 3 feet in bed L, About 3 feet C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cut fresh flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red, orange, and yellow
Flower Size: inflorescence up to 10 inches, flowers 1 inch long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 - 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 20
6/14 70
6/28 40
7/5 20
7/12 30
6/21 100 7/19 10
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia species
Tsnum: 09187
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Torch Flower
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Up to 22 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size: Spike fluorescence up to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 100
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 30
7/26 10
8/98/16
8/24 budding
9/7 70
Bed: B
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 531 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia uvaria
Tsnum: 92183
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Red Hot Poker Mix Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: Around 2 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium to light green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange to yellow
Flower Size: Flower cluster up to 5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 10
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 532 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Kniphofia x hybrids
Tsnum: 91207
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Torch Lily
Family Asphodelaceae
Plant Height: 29 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red, orange, yellow
Flower Size: Flowers 2-3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 80
7/12
6/21 50 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 533 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lamium
Tsnum: 17170
Variety
Cultivar Lami™ Dark Purple
Common Name Lami Dark Purple Deadnettle
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 11 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 17 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green with white highlight
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 30
7/12 40
6/21 10 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 534 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lamium
Tsnum: 17169
Variety
Cultivar Lami™ Mega Purple
Common Name Lami Mega Purple Deadnettle
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 16 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green with white highlight
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 535 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lamium galeobdolon
Tsnum: 94108
Variety
Cultivar Herman's Pride
Common Name Herman's Pride Nettle
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green with Grey spots
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: About 8 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 536 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lamium maculatum
Tsnum: 15161
Variety
Cultivar Anne Greenaway
Common Name Anne Greenaway Dead Nettle
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Variegated silver and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 20
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 537 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lamium maculatum
Tsnum: 99056
Variety
Cultivar Chequers
Common Name Chequers Spotted Dead Nettle
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Variegated silver and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purplish pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/24 5
5/31 5
6/7 20
6/14 40
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 60 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GD
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 538 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lamium maculatum
Tsnum: 09111
Variety
Cultivar Pink Chablis
Common Name Pink Chablis Spotted Dead Nettle
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Variegated silver and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale pink
Flower Size: Clusters up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 10
6/28 50
7/5 60
7/12 70
6/21 30 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: I
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 539 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lavandula
Tsnum: 14141
Variety
Cultivar Platinum Blonde
Common Name Platinum Blonde English lavender
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 14 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: *Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 30
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 50
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 540 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lavandula angustifolia
Tsnum: 17045
Variety
Cultivar SuperBlue
Common Name SuperBlue Lavender
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 30
6/14 70
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 90
6/21 100 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: New
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 541 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lavandula species
Tsnum: 11090
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Lavender
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Around 1.5 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Grey-green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: inflorescence up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 foot
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 20
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 80 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GC
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 542 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lavatera thuringiaca
Tsnum: 92198
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Tree Mallow
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 ft.
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: About 4 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody/ herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pale pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 3-7 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 40
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 40
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 543 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lavatera thuringiaca
Tsnum: 92265
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Tree Mallow
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody/ herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pale pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 3-7 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 40
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 40
Bed: C
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 544 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lavendula angustifolia
Tsnum: 04137
Variety
Cultivar Hidcote Superior
Common Name Hidcote Superior English Lavender
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Kieft Seeds
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Grey-green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 40
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GD
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 545 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lavendula angustifolia
Tsnum: 11052
Variety
Cultivar Oxford Gem
Common Name Oxford Gem Lavender
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Around 16 inches
Source Monrovia
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Grey-green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Clusters up to 1.5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 40
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 70 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 546 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leontopodium alpinum
Tsnum: 12016
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Edelweiss
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 11 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Silvery grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, alpine garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Greyish white
Flower Size: Up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 547 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum
Tsnum: 14137
Variety
Cultivar Daisy May
Common Name Daisy May Shasta Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Walters Gardens/Proven Winners
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White petals with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: up to 2 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 5
6/14 10
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 50 7/19 100
7/26 70
8/98/16
8/24
9/7 10
Bed: A
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 548 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum
Tsnum: 17173
Variety
Cultivar Lucille™ Chic
Common Name Lucille Chic Shasta Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 90
8/16 100
8/24 70
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 549 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum
Tsnum: 17172
Variety
Cultivar Lucille™ White
Common Name Lucille White Shasta Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 46 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 70
8/9 90
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 550 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum
Tsnum: 17171
Variety
Cultivar Sweet Daisy Christine
Common Name Sweet Daisy Christine Shasta Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 48 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 30
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24 60
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 551 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum
Tsnum: 17174
Variety
Cultivar White Magic
Common Name White Magic Shasta Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 36 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 60 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 30
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 10
8/9 20
8/16 20
8/24 30
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 552 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum maximum
Tsnum: 97218
Variety
Cultivar Becky
Common Name Becky Shasta Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 10 inches in bed GD, planting has spread to about 5 feet in bed E
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White with yellow center
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2.5-3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 30
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 553 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum sp.
Tsnum: 13125
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Garden Mum
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 5 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 10
8/24 30
9/7 70
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 554 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum superbum
Tsnum: 09084
Variety
Cultivar Broadway Lights
Common Name Broadway Lights Shasta Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale yellow with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 2-3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 80
8/9 60
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 555 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum x
Tsnum: 08104
Variety
Cultivar 98-89-7 REGAL
Common Name Hybrid Mum
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 4 inches
Source Anthony Tesselar
Plant Width: about 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Purple/pink with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 40
Bed: E
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 556 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum x
Tsnum: 08088
Variety
Cultivar ADB37
Common Name Hybrid Mum
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Anthony Tesselar
Plant Width: Spread about 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 10
Bed: M
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 557 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum x
Tsnum: 08072
Variety
Cultivar ADB45
Common Name Hybrid Mum
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 24 inches
Source Anthony Tesselar
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 50
8/9 80
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: I
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 558 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum x
Tsnum: 08085
Variety
Cultivar ADB46
Common Name Hybrid Mum
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 1 foot
Source Anthony Tesselar
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Purple/pink with yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: 2-2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 30
Bed: A
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 559 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Leucanthemum x
Tsnum: 08101
Variety
Cultivar ADB71
Common Name Hybrid Mum
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Around 2 feet
Source Anthony Tesselar
Plant Width: Around 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow with orange edges, yellow center
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 5
8/24 10
9/7 40
Bed: J
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 560 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lewisia
Tsnum: 17175
Variety
Cultivar TNLEWCC
Common Name CONSTANT Coral Lewisia
Family Portulacaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 10
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 70
8/9 10
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 561 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Liatris spicata
Tsnum: 90076
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Gayfeather
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 5 inches in bed B, 7 inches in bed E
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: About 1 foot in bed B, 1.5 feet in bed E
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Erect clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 1 foot
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2.5-3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 100
8/9 40
8/16 5
8/24 5
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 562 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Ligularia
Tsnum: 12052
Variety
Cultivar Little Rocket
Common Name Little Rocket Leopard Plant
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12
6/21 5 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 563 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Ligularia
Tsnum: 12053
Variety
Cultivar Osiris Fantaisie
Common Name Osiris Fantaisie Leopard Plant
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 14 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 16 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green leaves with hints of purple, purple stems
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Golden yellow
Flower Size: Daisy-like flowers up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 20
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lilium
Tsnum: 10053
Variety
Cultivar Tiny Dino
Common Name Tiny Dino Lily
Family Liliaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red-orange
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lilium lancifolium
Tsnum: 81095
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Tiger Lily
Family Liliaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source US Nat'l Arboretum
Plant Width: 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red-orange
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 566 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lilium lancifolium
Tsnum: 81182
Variety -0-
Cultivar Bright Star
Common Name Bright Star Lily
Family Liliaceae
Plant Height: Around 4 inches
Source Inter-State Nursery
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers, specimen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White with yellow throat
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 567 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Limonium binervosum
Tsnum: 16096
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Rock Sea Lavender
Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal rosette
Foliage Color: Medium green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 20
Bed: GC
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Limonium latifolium
Tsnum: 84222
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Sea Lavender
Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; upright spreading flower stalks
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh or dried cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Inflorescence features leafless branching flower stalks with dense sprays of tiny lavender flowers, each branch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 30
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 30
9/7 20
Bed: L
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Limonium minutum
Tsnum: 16087
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Dwarf Statice
Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Small, bristly, clump of foliage
Foliage Color: Medium green glossy
Landscape Uses: Rock Garden, Border, fresh or dried cut flowers, early spring and winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 50
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GC
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 570 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Limonium smelinii
Tsnum: 92238
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Siberian Statice
Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 12.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; upright spreading flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh or dried cut flowers, early spring and winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Loose flower clusters up to 1 foot
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 10
8/16 40
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: D
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 571 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lindelofia longiflora
Tsnum: 16089
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Himilayan Lindelofia
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump forming
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 5
5/31 20
6/7 20
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 5 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 572 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Linum capitatum x dolomiticum
Tsnum: 12159
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Yellow Flax
Family Linaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: about 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Dense mound, semi-evergreen
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, naturalized areas, xeric
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: 2 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Around 1.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 50
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 50
8/9 40
8/16 30
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: B
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Linum narbonense
Tsnum: 12149
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Blue Flax
Family Linaceae
Plant Height: 12-18"
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 12-18"
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Dense mound, semi-evergreen
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, naturalized areas, xeric
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Blue lavender
Flower Size: 2 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 12-24 inches
5/24 60
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 80
6/28 30
7/5 30
7/12 20
6/21 40 7/19 20
7/26 5
8/9 5
8/16 5
8/24
9/7
Bed: K
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 574 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Liriope muscari
Tsnum: 17097
Variety
Cultivar EXC 051
Common Name Purple Explosion™ Liriope
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Greenleaf Nursery Co.
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Erect
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: B
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 575 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Liriope muscari
Tsnum: 15099
Variety
Cultivar Variegata
Common Name Variegated Lilyturf
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Variegated, Light and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 576 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lonicera prolifera
Tsnum: 00063
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Grape Honeysuckle
Family Caprifoliaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed to over 4 feet
Source USDA/NC-7, Ames, IA
Plant Width: Has spread to over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous/ semi-woody vine
Plant Habit: Vining
Foliage Color: Grey green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31 5
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: Unknown
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 577 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lonicera sempervirens
Tsnum: 15080
Variety
Cultivar Magnifica
Common Name Magnifica Trumpet Honeysuckle
Family Caprifoliaceae
Plant Height: 5 feet
Source Monrovia Growers
Plant Width: 4 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 30
6/28 40
7/5 30
7/12 10
6/21 100 7/19 30
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 30
8/24 50
9/7 30
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 578 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lupinus
Tsnum: 14071
Variety
Cultivar Russell hybrid mixture
Common Name Russell Hybrid Mix Lupine
Family Fabaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Mass planting, Rock garden, Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Raceme up to 10 inches in length
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2.5-3 feet
5/24 50
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 20
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 579 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lupinus
Tsnum: 17176
Variety
Cultivar Westcountry™ Blacksmith
Common Name Westcountry Blacksmith Lupine
Family Fabaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Eason Horticulture Resources
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple and White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 580 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lychnis chalcedonica
Tsnum: 88252
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Maltese-Cross
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Red, super deep
Flower Size: Flower clusters 3 to 4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 40
9/7 5
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 581 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lysimachia ciliata purpurea
Tsnum: 98096
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Loosestrife
Family Primulaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread up to 6.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Purple
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately .5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 60
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 50
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lysimachia nummularia
Tsnum: 82243
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Moneywort
Family Primulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: 1-2 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 90
7/26 30
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 583 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Lysimachia punctata
Tsnum: 86197
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Circle Flower
Family Primulaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 12 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 80
6/28 100
7/5 80
7/12 50
6/21 100 7/19 30
7/26 20
8/9 40
8/16 50
8/24 60
9/7 50
Bed: K
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 584 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Malva alcea
Tsnum: 88141
Variety fastigiata
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Mallow
Family Malvaceae
Plant Height: Around 2.5 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 585 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Marrubium rotundifolium
Tsnum: 10088
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Silverheels Horehound
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 2-4 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Silver-green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, xeriscape, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: poor
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Tiny flowers less than .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: poor
Flower Height: 10-12 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: L
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 586 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Mentha x piperita
Tsnum: 84217
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Peppermint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, culinary garden, fragrant foliage, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pale lavender
Flower Size: Flower clusters at each node smaller than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: I
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 587 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus
Tsnum: 09134
Variety
Cultivar Mysterious Maiden
Common Name Mysterious Maiden Maidengrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Foliage to 6 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Erect clump
Foliage Color: Medium green with yellow horizontal banding, not as conspicuous as 'Strictus', 'Zebrinus' or 'Super Stripe'
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tannish green
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 9 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 7.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 588 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus floridulus
Tsnum: 99166
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Giant Chinese Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Around 9 feet
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Spreads out in a circle, over 10 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Wide medium green leaves with a white midrib
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Whitish tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 11 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 589 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97033
Variety
Cultivar Condensatus
Common Name Condensatus Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 5 feet
Source Emerald Coast Growers
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purplish tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 9 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 7.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 590 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97104
Variety
Cultivar Gracillimus
Common Name Maiden Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan with white tint
Flower Size: Inflorescence around .5 feet
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 6.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 591 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 86213
Variety -0-
Cultivar Gracillimus
Common Name Maiden Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 feet in bed J, 6 feet in bed C
Source Monrovia Growers
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 7 feet in bed J, About 5 feet in bed C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 9 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 5.5 feet in bed J, 7 feet in bed C
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 592 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 86290
Variety -0-
Cultivar Gracillimus
Common Name Maiden Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 feet in bed J, 6 feet in bedC
Source Monrovia Growers
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 7 feet in bed J, About 5 feet in bed C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 9 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 5.5 - 7 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 593 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97034
Variety
Cultivar Malepartus
Common Name Malepartus Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 72 inches
Source Emerald Coast Growers
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purplish bronze
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 594 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97054
Variety
Cultivar Morning Light
Common Name Morning Light Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 4 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Narrow medium to light green leaves with a white midrib
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Greenish tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 7 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 595 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97105
Variety
Cultivar Purpurascens
Common Name Purpurascens Japanese Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 48 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, red-orange with cold weather
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Reddish bronze
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 8 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 596 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97035
Variety
Cultivar Sarabande
Common Name Sarabande Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 feet in bed GB, Around 3 feet in bed GA
Source Emerald Coast Growers
Plant Width: Around 5 feet in bed GA, 6.5 feet in bed GB
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 9 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 597 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 09083
Variety
Cultivar Superstripe
Common Name Superstripe Maiden Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green leaves with frequent horizontal yellow-green banding
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Bronze-red
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Around 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 598 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97091
Variety
Cultivar Variegatus
Common Name Variegated Japanese Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 40 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated light green/medium green and off-white striping down the length of the leaf
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Reddish tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 8 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 599 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97287
Variety
Cultivar Yaku Jima
Common Name Yaku Jima Japanese Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 feet in bed GB, Around 5 feet in bed GD
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 2 feet in bed GB, 6 feet in bed GD
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Narrow medium to dark green leaves with a white midrib
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Bronze tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 11 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 600 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97092
Variety
Cultivar Yaku Jima
Common Name Yaku Jima Japanese Silver Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 feet in bed GB, Around 4 feet in bed GD
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 6 feet in bed GB, 2 feet in bed GD
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Narrow medium to dark green leaves with a white midrib
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Bronze tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 11 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 601 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97285
Variety
Cultivar Zebrinus
Common Name Zebra Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Wide, medium green leaves with horizontal yellow-white bands, white midrib
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Bronze tan to green
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 7 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 7.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 602 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Miscanthus sinensis
Tsnum: 97094
Variety
Cultivar Zebrinus
Common Name Zebra Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Wide, medium green leaves with horizontal yellow-white bands, white midrib
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Bronze tan to green
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 7 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 7.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 603 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda
Tsnum: 17182
Variety
Cultivar Bee-You™ Bee-Merry
Common Name Bee-You™ Bee-Merry Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Plants Nouveau
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 30
8/9 10
8/16 budding
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 604 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda
Tsnum: 10061
Variety
Cultivar Pink Supreme
Common Name Pink Supreme Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Around 5 inches
Source McGregor Plant Sales
Plant Width: 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3-3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 60
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 605 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda
Tsnum: 17179
Variety
Cultivar Pochahontas Pink
Common Name Pochahontas Pink Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 10
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24 20
9/7 30
Bed: O
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 606 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda
Tsnum: 17181
Variety
Cultivar Pochahontas Purple Rose
Common Name Pochahontas Purple Rose Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24 30
9/7 50
Bed: O
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 607 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda
Tsnum: 17180
Variety
Cultivar Pochahontas Red Rose
Common Name Pochahontas Red Rose Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 50
8/9 60
8/16 70
8/24 80
9/7 100
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 608 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda
Tsnum: 17178
Variety
Cultivar Pochahontas White Blush
Common Name Pochahontas White Blush Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 budding
9/7 budding
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 609 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda didyma
Tsnum: 15032
Variety
Cultivar Pardon My Pink
Common Name Pardon My Pink Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source Walters Gardens/ Proven Winner
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, herb garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower Clusters up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 30
8/9 20
8/16 10
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 610 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda didyma
Tsnum: 15031
Variety
Cultivar Pardon My Purple
Common Name Pardon My Purple Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: about 1 foot
Source Walters Gardens/ Proven Winner
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, herb garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 611 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda didyma
Tsnum: 91208
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: up to 19-20 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, herb garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 5
9/7 20
Bed: L
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 612 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda didyma
Tsnum: 17050
Variety
Cultivar Balmy™ Purple
Common Name Balmy™ Purple Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 10
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24
9/7 10
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 613 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda didyma
Tsnum: 14072
Variety
Cultivar Grand Mum
Common Name Grand Mum Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: about 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, herb garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Fluorescent Pink
Flower Size: 4-5 inch long tube, 8-9 inch diameter flower head
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 14 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 614 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda didyma
Tsnum: 11064
Variety
Cultivar Jacob Cline
Common Name Jabob Cline Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Scarlet
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 4 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 90
7/26 100
8/9 40
8/16 20
8/24 budding
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 615 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Monarda didyma
Tsnum: 14164
Variety
Cultivar Raspberry Wine
Common Name Raspberry Wine Bee Balm
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 6 Inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 616 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Muhlenbergia reverchonii
Tsnum: 14147
Variety
Cultivar UNDAUNTED Ruby Muhly
Common Name UNDAUNTED Ruby Muhly Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 foot
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, grass garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: tan
Flower Size: hair - like inflorescence up to 9 inches long, seed heads about .25 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 2 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 617 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Mukgenia
Tsnum: 17183
Variety
Cultivar Nova™ Flame
Common Name Nova Flame Bergenia
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 618 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nepeta
Tsnum: 15124
Variety
Cultivar Aroma Violet
Common Name Aroma Violet Catmint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Danziger
Plant Width: about 2 feet in bed J & I
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, grass garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Violet
Flower Size: .5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 10 inches J I
5/24 50
5/31 70
6/7 40
6/14 20
6/28 5
7/5 30
7/12 50
6/21 10 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: I
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 619 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nepeta
Tsnum: 15125
Variety
Cultivar Purple Haze
Common Name Purple Haze Catmint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: about 4 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, grass garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: .5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 5 inches
5/24 40
5/31 70
6/7 40
6/14 30
6/28 5
7/5 5
7/12
6/21 20 7/19 10
7/26 30
8/9 40
8/16 60
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: I
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 620 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nepeta cataria
Tsnum: 84214
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Catnip
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Around 1.5 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Around 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, herb garden, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Clusters up to 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31 10
6/7 20
6/14 40
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 70
6/21 100 7/19 60
7/26 40
8/9 20
8/16 30
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: A
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 621 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nepeta faassenii
Tsnum: 17047
Variety
Cultivar Cat's Meow
Common Name Cat's Meow Nepeta
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Walters Gardens/ Proven Winner
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Silvery blue
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 20
5/31 90
6/7 100
6/14 10
6/28 5
7/5 50
7/12 70
6/21 5 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24 30
9/7 40
Bed: New
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 622 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nepeta mariae
Tsnum: 17147
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Catmint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 623 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nepeta x faassenii
Tsnum: 09101
Variety
Cultivar Walker's Low
Common Name Walker's Low Catmint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Clusters up to 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 20
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 80
8/9 60
8/16 50
8/24 60
9/7 40
Bed: GB
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 624 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nepeta x racemosa
Tsnum: 14172
Variety
Cultivar Novanepjun
Common Name Walkers Low Catmint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet in bed H, About 5 inches in bed G
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet in bed H, About 1 foot in bed G
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good in bed H, Fair in bed G
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1/4 of an Inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/24 60
5/31 80
6/7 100
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 60
7/12 50
6/21 100 7/19 30
7/26 60
8/9 40
8/16 20
8/24 40
9/7 60
Bed: G
9/21 80
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 625 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nepeta x racemosa
Tsnum: 14168
Variety
Cultivar Novanepjun
Common Name Walkers Low Catmint
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet in bed H, About 5 inches in bed G
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet in bed H, About 1 foot in bed G
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent in bed H, Fair in bed G
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1/4 of an Inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/24 60
5/31 80
6/7 100
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 60
7/12 50
6/21 100 7/19 30
7/26 60
8/9 40
8/16 20
8/24 30
9/7 60
Bed: H
9/21 90
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 626 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Nolina texana
Tsnum: 09020
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Bear Grass
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: 1 feet
Source Mountain States
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, background plant, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Green to pink
Flower Size: Flower cluster up to 8 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 627 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Oenothera macrocarpa
Tsnum: 98126
Variety incana
Cultivar
Common Name Silver Blade Evening Primrose
Family Onagraceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Welby Gardens
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 50
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 628 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Oenothera macrocarpa
Tsnum: 96057
Variety
Cultivar Fremontii
Common Name Fremont Evening Primrose
Family Onagraceae
Plant Height: Around 6 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Silvery grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26 50
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 629 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Oenothera missouriensis
Tsnum: 92240
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Ozark Sundrops
Family Onagraceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 4 inches when open
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 10
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12
6/21 40 7/19
7/26
8/9 30
8/16 60
8/24 30
9/7 50
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 630 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Oenothera tetragona
Tsnum: 92239
Variety -0-
Cultivar Sonnenwende
Common Name Sonnenwende Summer Solstice
Family Onagraceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 100
6/28 50
7/5 20
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Ophiopogon nigresens
Tsnum: 96104
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Black Mondo Grass
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Black
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Pale pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers are tiny, less than .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 100
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 632 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Origanum rotundifolia
Tsnum: 00142
Variety
Cultivar Kent Beauty
Common Name Kent Beauty Ornamental Oregano
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Welby/ Plant Select
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Cascading mound
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, rock garden, dried flower arrangements
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Hop-like pale green bracts tinged with lavender, tiny purple flowers
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Around 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 20
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GC
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 633 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Osteospermum barberi
Tsnum: 00113
Variety compactum
Cultivar Purple Mountain
Common Name Purple Mountain Sun Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Welby/ Plant Select
Plant Width: About 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches tall
5/245/31 5
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28 10
7/5 10
7/12 5
6/21 40 7/19 5
7/26 5
8/9 10
8/16 20
8/24 30
9/7 20
Bed: I
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 634 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pachysandra terminalis
Tsnum: 12011
Variety
Cultivar Green Sheen
Common Name Green Sheen Japanese Pachysandra
Family Buxaceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: planting has spread to around 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, border, shade garden, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 1 inch, not showy
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 635 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80312
Variety -0-
Cultivar Best Man
Common Name Best Man Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta pink
Flower Size: Up to 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 2 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 40
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80322
Variety -0-
Cultivar Bu-Te
Common Name Bu-Te Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: about 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White petals to yellow center
Flower Size: Up to 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 100
6/14 20
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80313
Variety -0-
Cultivar Charlies White
Common Name Charles White Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Up to 6 inches diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 4 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 60
6/7 100
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 638 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80323
Variety -0-
Cultivar Doreen
Common Name Doreen Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink petals with yellow center
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 100
6/14 80
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 639 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80314
Variety -0-
Cultivar Hoosierland
Common Name Hoosierland Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta pink
Flower Size: Up to 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 2 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 640 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80320
Variety -0-
Cultivar Mr. Thim
Common Name Mr. Thim Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: Around 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Medium Pink
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 641 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80319
Variety -0-
Cultivar Pink Dawn
Common Name Pink Dawn Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink petals fade to white, yellow center
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/24 5
5/31 70
6/7 100
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 642 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80317
Variety -0-
Cultivar Prairie Moon
Common Name Prairie Moon Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: about 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White petals to yellow center
Flower Size: Up to 6 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 70
6/7 done
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 643 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80315
Variety -0-
Cultivar Sweet 16
Common Name Sweet 16 Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: about 2 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale pink to white
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 20
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 644 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia x
Tsnum: 80316
Variety -0-
Cultivar Vivid Rose
Common Name Vivid Rose Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Klehm Nursery
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 100
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 40 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 645 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paeonia
Tsnum: 17041
Variety
Cultivar Red Charm
Common Name Red Charm Peony
Family Paeoniaceae
Plant Height: up to 1 foot
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 646 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum amarum
Tsnum: 16051
Variety
Cultivar Dewey Blue
Common Name Dewey Blue Bitter Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 647 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 97055
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Switch Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 feet in bed GA, 3 feet in bed GB
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet in bed GA, About 3 feet in bed GB
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good to poor - lodging
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 1 foot
Flower Effectiveness: Good to poor - lodging
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet in bed GA, up to 6 feet in bed GB
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 648 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 85018
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Switch Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5.5 feet
Source Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 9 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 5.5 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 649 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16036
Variety
Cultivar Badlands
Common Name Badlands Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 36 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 650 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 14033
Variety
Cultivar Cheyenne Sky
Common Name Cheyenne Sky Red Switch Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: About 3 feet
Source Walters Gardens/Poven Winners
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Maroon with some green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, grass garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: 8-9 long, 5-6 inch diameter seed head
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 651 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16040
Variety
Cultivar Cloud 9
Common Name Cloud 9 Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 60 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 652 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 03102
Variety
Cultivar Dallas Blues
Common Name Dallas Blues Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 feet
Source Bath Nursery
Plant Width: Around 4.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Loose inflorescence up to 1 foot in size
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 653 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16044
Variety
Cultivar Dust Devil
Common Name Dust Devil Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 654 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16043
Variety
Cultivar Heavy Metal
Common Name Heavy Metal Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 40 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 655 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16039
Variety
Cultivar Hot Rod
Common Name Hot Rod Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 656 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16048
Variety
Cultivar Northwind
Common Name Northwind Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 48 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 657 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 99167
Variety
Cultivar Prairie Sky
Common Name Prairie Sky Switch Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor - location too shady
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Loose inflorescence up to 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Poor - location too shady
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 658 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16041
Variety
Cultivar Rehbraun
Common Name Rehbraun Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 40 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 659 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16049
Variety
Cultivar Rotstrahlbusch
Common Name Rotstrahlbusch Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 36 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 660 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16052
Variety
Cultivar Ruby Ribbons
Common Name Ruby Ribbons Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 31 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 25 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 661 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16042
Variety
Cultivar Shenandoah
Common Name Shenandoah Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 662 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16038
Variety
Cultivar Thunder Cloud
Common Name Thunder Cloud Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 60 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 663 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Panicum virgatum
Tsnum: 16037
Variety
Cultivar Warrior
Common Name Warrior Switchgrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 60 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 48 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green with red
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 664 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Papaver orientale
Tsnum: 90092
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Oriental Poppy
Family Papaveraceae
Plant Height: Foliage up to 10 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial to semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, dried ornamental seed heads
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Salmon pink with dark center
Flower Size: Up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 3 to 4 feet tall
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 100
6/28 10
7/5
7/12
6/21 40 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 665 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Papaver orientale
Tsnum: 97163
Variety
Cultivar Cedar Hill
Common Name Cedar Hill Oriental Poppy
Family Papaveraceae
Plant Height: Foliage up to 6 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Around 18 inches
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, dried ornamental seed heads
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink petals with purple center
Flower Size: Up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 20
6/7 100
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 666 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Papaver orientalis
Tsnum: 80176
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Oriental Poppy
Family Papaveraceae
Plant Height: 2 inches in bed GD, 4 inches in bed E
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 5 inches in bed GD, about 1 foot in bed E
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, dried ornamental seed heads
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White with dark purple center and spots on petals
Flower Size: Up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 667 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pardancanda
Tsnum: 15093
Variety
Cultivar Dazzler
Common Name Dazzler Candylily
Family Iridaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, fresh cut flowers, dried ornamental seed heads
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Multicolored
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 100
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 668 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Tsnum: 87198
Variety hirsuta
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Hirsute Virginia Creeper
Family Vitaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed 6 foot fence
Source USDA/NC-7, Ames, IA
Plant Width: Has spread to over 10 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 669 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Tsnum: 76003
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Virginia Creeper
Family Vitaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed 6 foot fence
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Has spread to over 10 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 670 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Paxistima canbyi
Tsnum: 09087
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Mountain Lover
Family Celastraceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Small shrub
Plant Habit: Spreading to Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Dark Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 671 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pennisetum alopecuroides
Tsnum: 97113
Variety
Cultivar Cassian
Common Name Cassian Fountain Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Around 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 672 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pennisetum alopecuroides
Tsnum: 97046
Variety
Cultivar Hameln
Common Name Hamelin Dwarf Fountain Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 4.5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Around 2.5 feet GD
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 673 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pennisetum alopecuroides
Tsnum: 97056
Variety
Cultivar Moudry
Common Name Moudry Fountain Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet in bed GE, About 3 feet in bed GD
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 2 feet in bed GE, 2.5 feet in bed GD
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Blackish-green
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 2 -3 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 674 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pennisetum alopecuroides
Tsnum: 95143
Variety
Cultivar Weserbergland
Common Name Weserbergland Fountain Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 3.5 feet
Source HortExpo
Plant Width: planting has spread to about 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Seed inflorescence 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 3-3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 675 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 11098
Variety
Cultivar Blue Riding Hood
Common Name Blue Riding Hood Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 15 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 16 inches in bed L, 10 inches in bed M
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo blue
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch in length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 1.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 70
6/14 100
6/28 40
7/5
7/12
6/21 90 7/19 10
7/26 10
8/9 40
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 20
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 676 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 11095
Variety
Cultivar Hot Pink Riding Hood
Common Name Hot Pink Riding Hood Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: Around 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch in length
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 677 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 89024
Variety -0-
Cultivar Husker Red
Common Name Husker Red Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: foliage up to 2 feet
Source American Penstemon Society
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Dark green to maroon-red, older plants revert to green, brighter red fall color
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White tinged with lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch in length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28 10
7/5
7/12
6/21 60 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 678 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 17051
Variety
Cultivar Lavender Riding Hood®
Common Name Lavender Riding Hood® Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 70
6/14 100
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 20
6/21 40 7/19 30
7/26 40
8/9 60
8/16 80
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: GC
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 679 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 17052
Variety
Cultivar Marble Riding Hood®
Common Name Marble Riding Hood® Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Marbled Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28 80
7/5 40
7/12 20
6/21 100 7/19 30
7/26 40
8/9 10
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: GC
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 680 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 15144
Variety
Cultivar Novapenbel
Common Name Little Bells™ Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: about 1 foot
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: about 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers .75 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 681 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 16092
Variety
Cultivar Paint Brush
Common Name Paint Brush Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 30
6/14 100
6/28 20
7/5 10
7/12
6/21 60 7/19 30
7/26 50
8/9 70
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7 20
Bed: GC
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 682 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 15166
Variety
Cultivar Purple Rock Candy
Common Name Purple Rock Candy Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: About 6 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: About 5 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch in length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 683 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 17057
Variety
Cultivar Red Riding Hood®
Common Name Red Riding Hood® Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31 budding
6/7 30
6/14 20
6/28 10
7/5 30
7/12 50
6/21 10 7/19 60
7/26 70
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 30
9/7 40
Bed: GC
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 684 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon
Tsnum: 17154
Variety
Cultivar Sally's Surprise
Common Name Sally's Surprise Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 10
8/9 40
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 20
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 685 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon centranthifolius
Tsnum: 16091
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Scarlet Bugler
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: About 12 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: About 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 686 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon cobaea
Tsnum: 81017
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Prairie Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: About 12 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: About 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, naturalized areas, xeric
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1 inches long, .5 inch wide
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 20
6/28 40
7/5 budding
7/12 70
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 50
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon digitalis
Tsnum: 87289
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Penstemon
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source American Penstemon Society
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers approx.. 1 inch long, .75 inches wide
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1.5-3 feet
5/245/31 5
6/7 60
6/14 100
6/28 50
7/5 5
7/12
6/21 100 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon heterophyllus
Tsnum: 87291
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Foothill Penstemon
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source American Penstemon Society
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in length; flower clusters up to 9 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 70
6/14 30
6/28 5
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon 'Novapename'
Tsnum: 15147
Variety
Cultivar Amethyst Quartz™
Common Name Amethyst Quartz™ Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: about 14 inches
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 16 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon pinifolis
Tsnum: 03117
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Pineneedle Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source University of Nebraska
Plant Width: Up to 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Red Orange
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 10
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 80
6/21 70 7/19 60
7/26 40
8/9 20
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: G
9/21 5
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 691 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon pseudospectabilis
Tsnum: 17108
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Desert Beardtonuge
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source Home and Garden Show
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Magenta
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 692 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon x
Tsnum: 15146
Variety
Cultivar Coral Baby
Common Name Coral Baby Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: About 10 inches
Source Plant Select®
Plant Width: About 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Deep Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers 1 inch long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 40
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 50
8/16 20
8/24 5
9/7
Bed: H
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 693 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon x mexicali
Tsnum: 15145
Variety
Cultivar Carolyn’s Hope
Common Name Carolyn’s Hope Pink Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Plant Select®
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers 1 inch long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 60
7/5 100
7/12 60
6/21 5 7/19 40
7/26 70
8/9 50
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7 20
Bed: H
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 694 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon x mexicali
Tsnum: 12148
Variety
Cultivar Lakewood Purple
Common Name Lakewood Purple Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaeae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, naturalized areas, xeric
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1 inch long, .5 inches wide
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 10
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 80
6/21 80 7/19 60
7/26 40
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: GA
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 695 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon x mexicali
Tsnum: 09121
Variety
Cultivar Pike's Peak Purple
Common Name Pike's Peak Purple Beardtongue
Family Plantiginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 15 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 40
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 80
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 60
8/24 30
9/7 10
Bed: J
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 696 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Penstemon x mexicali
Tsnum: 10089
Variety
Cultivar Psmyers
Common Name Shadow Mountain Beardtongue
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower garden, cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch in length
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: 1-1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 40
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 60
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: G
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 697 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Perovskia
Tsnum: 15126
Variety
Cultivar Novaperlac
Common Name Little Lace™ Russian Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 16 inches in bed I, 10 inches in bed H
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: About8 inches in bed H, About 10 inches in bed I
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, fragrant foliage, xeriscape, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue-Indigo
Flower Size: Inflorescence 3-10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 16 inches in bed I, About 10 inches in bed H
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Perovskia atriplicifolia
Tsnum: 15034
Variety
Cultivar Peek-A-Blue
Common Name Peek-A-Bllue Russian Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Walters Gardens/ Proven Winner
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Grey-Green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, fragrant foliage, xeriscape, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: about .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 30
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GA
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Perovskia atriplicifolia
Tsnum: 86199
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Russian Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3.5 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 8 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-woody shrub
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Grey-green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, fragrant foliage, xeriscape, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Inflorescence over 1 foot
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 5.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: K
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Perovskia atriplicifolia
Tsnum: 14167
Variety
Cultivar Buffalo Feathers
Common Name Buffalo Feathers Russina Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: foliage up to 14 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: 18 Inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, fragrant foliage, xeriscape, winter interest
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Inflorescence .5 feet
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: K
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Perovskia atriplicifolia
Tsnum: 17053
Variety
Cultivar CrazyBlue
Common Name CrazyBlue Russina Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: upright
Foliage Color: Grey-Green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: New
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 702 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Persicaria amplexicaulis
Tsnum: 97230
Variety pendula
Cultivar Taurus
Common Name Taurus Fleece Flower
Family Polygonaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 feet
Source Welby Gardens
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 15 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Magenta pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 15
6/14 70
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 703 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Persicaria polymorpha
Tsnum: 13097
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Fleece Flower
Family Polygonaceae
Plant Height: About 3.5 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: About 5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Specimen or group in borders, naturalized areas
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers 1/4 of an inch, spike inflorescence 3-4 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 100
6/14 100
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phalaris arundinacea picta
Tsnum: 97048
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Ribbon Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 15 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Variegated off-white and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 705 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlomis alpinus
Tsnum: 97200
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Alpine Phlomis
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 20 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; erect flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Clusters up to 1.5 foot tall
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 15
6/7 60
6/14 70
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlomis cashmeriana
Tsnum: 01065
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Cashmere Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Plant Select/Welby
Plant Width: About 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; erect flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 8 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 5
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox
Tsnum: 17185
Variety
Cultivar Cherry Cream
Common Name Cherry Cream Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 26 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink with Dark pink Center
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7 20
Bed: O
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 708 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox
Tsnum: 02067
Variety
Cultivar Crystal Mix
Common Name Crystal Mix Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Around 3 feet
Source Annual Garden 2001/Daenfeldt
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems: Some powdery mildew
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink and white
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 30
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 40
Bed: A
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 709 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox carolina
Tsnum: 88257
Variety -0-
Cultivar Miss Lingard
Common Name Thick-leaf Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Around 10 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant: *Reverted from Phlox carolina 'Miss Lingard'
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Around 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 80
8/16 60
8/24 50
9/7 30
Bed: C
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 710 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox divaricata
Tsnum: 88233
Variety laphamii
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Sweet William Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 5 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 711 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox glaberrima
Tsnum: 14034
Variety
Cultivar Triple Play
Common Name Triple Play Smooth Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 14 inches
Source Eason Horticulture Resources
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Green with light green edges, variegated
Landscape Uses: Border, mass plantings
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: Flower head 4 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1-2 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 90
6/14 80
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 712 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox kelseyi
Tsnum: 15002
Variety
Cultivar 'Lemhi Midnight'
Common Name Lemhi Midnight Creeping Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: About 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 713 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox kelseyi
Tsnum: 15001
Variety
Cultivar 'Lemhi Purple'
Common Name Lemhi Purple Creeping Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: About 4 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 714 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 76034
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: About 12 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 9 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual up to 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 10
8/24 20
9/7 40
Bed: B
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 715 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 13053
Variety
Cultivar Classic Cassis
Common Name Classic Cassis Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Dark Pink
Flower Size: Individual up to 1"
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5'
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 60
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: B
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 716 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 96190
Variety
Cultivar David
Common Name David Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: 4-4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 70
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24
9/7 30
Bed: H
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 717 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 17061
Variety
Cultivar Early Dark Pink®
Common Name Early Dark Pink® Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7 10
6/14 80
6/28 100
7/5 20
7/12 80
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 80
8/9 40
8/16 10
8/24 30
9/7 40
Bed: GC
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 718 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 17042
Variety
Cultivar Early Pink Dark Eye®
Common Name Early Pink Dark Eye® Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 20
6/28 80
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 50 7/19 100
7/26 70
8/9 50
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7 10
Bed: GC
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 719 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14142
Variety
Cultivar Early Purple
Common Name Early Purple Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: about 1.5 feet
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: about 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 20
6/28 90
7/5 100
7/12 70
6/21 70 7/19 60
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7 40
Bed: M
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 720 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14122
Variety
Cultivar Early White
Common Name Early White Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 50
8/16 10
8/24 20
9/7 40
Bed: GB
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 721 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14129
Variety
Cultivar Flame Blue
Common Name Flame Blue Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: About 2 feet
Source Bartels
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Light Purple/ Almost Blue / Almost White
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 20
8/24 40
9/7 60
Bed: A
9/21 80
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 722 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14120
Variety
Cultivar Flame Coral
Common Name Flame Coral Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Coral
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 14 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 40
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 50
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 723 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14127
Variety
Cultivar Flame Pink
Common Name Flame Pink Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 90
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 70 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 60
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 724 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14128
Variety
Cultivar Flame Pink Eye
Common Name Flame Pink Eye Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 4 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink with white center
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 80
9/7 60
Bed: B
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 725 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14121
Variety
Cultivar Flame Purple Eye
Common Name Flame Purple Eye Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 4 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink-purple with whit center
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: E
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 726 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14132
Variety
Cultivar Flame Violet
Common Name Flame Violet Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: dark-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Violet
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 10
6/28 90
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 20
8/16 10
8/24 30
9/7 50
Bed: C
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 727 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 14126
Variety
Cultivar Flame White Eye
Common Name Flame White Eye Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 4 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: White with pink center
Flower Size: 4-5 inch inflorescence, Individual 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 30
7/5 70
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 80
8/16 50
8/24 40
9/7 30
Bed: E
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 728 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 17043
Variety
Cultivar Glamour Girl
Common Name Glamour Girl Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 36 inches
Source Walters Gardens/ Proven Winner
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 40
8/16 10
8/24 20
9/7 30
Bed: GC
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 729 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 10063
Variety
Cultivar Piña Colada
Common Name Piña Colada Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Around 1.5 feet
Source McGregor Plant Sales
Plant Width: 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White to pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in size, flower clusters up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 30
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 90
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7 20
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 730 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox paniculata
Tsnum: 13054
Variety
Cultivar Sherbet Cocktail
Common Name Sherbet Cocktail Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: About 3 feet
Source McGregor Plant Sales
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems: Some powdery mildew
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light pink and white
Flower Size: Individual up to 1"
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 731 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox stolonifera
Tsnum: 80212
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Creeping Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source DeGroot Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5 45
4/12 70
4/19 50
3/13 5
3/27 15
Page 732 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox subulata
Tsnum: 11106
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Moss Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: Up to planting has spread to about 4 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Very small, less than .5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 4 inches
5/24 20
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 733 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox subulata
Tsnum: 86285
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Creeping Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Country Lane Wholesale Nursery
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 4 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Less than 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Height: Around 6 inches
5/245/31 done
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5 70
4/12 100
4/19 95
3/13 Budding
3/27 20
Page 734 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox subulata
Tsnum: 14130
Variety
Cultivar Early Spring Blue
Common Name Early Spring Blue Moss Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 5 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: about 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, containers, cut flowers, butterflies, fragrance
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 4-5 inches
5/24 10
5/31 5
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5 75
4/12 90
4/19 70
3/13 10
3/27 50
Page 735 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox subulata
Tsnum: 14134
Variety
Cultivar Early Spring Dark Pink
Common Name Early Spring Dark Pink Moss Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: Spread over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1-2 inches
5/24 50
5/31 70
6/7 10
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 736 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox subulata
Tsnum: 14124
Variety
Cultivar Early Spring Lavendar
Common Name Early Spring Lavendar Moss Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: about 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: about 9 inches
5/245/31 done
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 737 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox subulata
Tsnum: 14133
Variety
Cultivar Early Spring Light Pink
Common Name Early Spring Light Pink Moss Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: Spread about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 3-4 inches
5/24 60
5/31 20
6/7 5
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 738 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox subulata
Tsnum: 14135
Variety
Cultivar Early Spring Purple
Common Name Early Spring Purple Moss Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 1-4 inches
Source Bartels
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1-2 inches
5/24 30
5/31 80
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 739 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox subulata
Tsnum: 96137
Variety
Cultivar Emerald Blue
Common Name Emerald Blue Moss Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source 1995 Herbicide Study
Plant Width: Around 4.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 740 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox tirsa
Tsnum: 92170
Variety -0-
Cultivar Boothman's Variety
Common Name Lavender Phlox Darkeye
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 7 inches
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 8 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Flowers are 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent, flowers cover plant
Flower Height: Up to 5 inches
5/24 5
5/31 done
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5 100
4/12 100
4/19 90
3/13 15
3/27 70
Page 741 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox x
Tsnum: 07130
Variety
Cultivar Bar Thirty-Six
Common Name Bar Thirty-Six Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3.5 feet
Source Anthony Tesslar
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pink with white edge
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 40
9/7 30
Bed: K
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 742 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox x
Tsnum: 07128
Variety
Cultivar Bar Thirty-Three
Common Name Bar Thirty-Three Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Around 3 feet
Source Anthony Tesslar
Plant Width: Around 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems: Some powdery mildew
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Magenta pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in size, flower clusters up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 30
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24 10
9/7 20
Bed: A
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 743 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phlox x
Tsnum: 07127
Variety
Cultivar Bar Thirty-Two
Common Name Bar Thirty-Two Garden Phlox
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Around 3 feet
Source Anthony Tesslar
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems: Some powdery mildew
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in size, flower clusters up to 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 10
6/28 30
7/5 40
7/12 80
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 40
8/24 10
9/7 20
Bed: A
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 744 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phygelius
Tsnum: 15025
Variety
Cultivar Pheeges Passionate Pink
Common Name Pheeges Passionate Pink Cape Fuchsia
Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Height: About 1.5 feet
Source McGregor Plant Sales
Plant Width: About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers 1.5-2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 745 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Phygelius speciosa
Tsnum: 99112
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Hardy Cape Fuchsia
Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Red-orange
Flower Size: 2-3 inch long tube
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GA
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 746 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Platycodon grandiflorus
Tsnum: 14073
Variety
Cultivar Mariesii
Common Name Maries Balloon Flower
Family Campanulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 5-6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Mass planting, Rock garden, Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size: 4 inch diameter, 2-3 inch length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 12 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 30
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 10
8/98/16 60
8/24 30
9/7
Bed: G
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 747 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Polemonium caeruleum
Tsnum: 92230
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Jacob's Ladder
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: Light purple with white
Flower Size: Clusters up to 1 inch in diameter, individual flowers .5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/24 10
5/31 40
6/7 60
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 10 7/19 20
7/26 50
8/9 70
8/16 30
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 748 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Polemonium caeruleum
Tsnum: 05033
Variety
Cultivar Brise d' Anjou
Common Name Brise d' Anjou Variegated Jacob's Ladder
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Home and Garden Show
Plant Width: Up to 4 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated dark green with light green leaf margins
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 749 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Polemonium caeruleum
Tsnum: 14112
Variety
Cultivar Brise d'Anjou
Common Name Brise d'Anjou Jacob's Ladder
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: variegated
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 750 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Polemonium yezoense
Tsnum: 15095
Variety
Cultivar Purple Rain Strain
Common Name Purple Rain Jacob's Laddeer
Family Polemoniaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: mounding
Foliage Color: dark green, takes on deep purple later in season
Landscape Uses: mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 40
5/31 60
6/7 40
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 751 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Polygonum aubertii
Tsnum: 12021
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Silverlace Vine
Family Polygonaceae
Plant Height: Has climbed trellis over 8 feet
Source Carlton Plants
Plant Width: Has spread to over 5 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Vining
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers are tiny, less than .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Vine has climbed up trellis to more than 8 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 752 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Polygonum cuspidatum
Tsnum: 82007
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Japanese Fleeceflower
Family Polygonaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source US Nat'l Arboretum
Plant Width: Up to 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to light green to red
Landscape Uses: Border, mass
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Pinkish white
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 budding
9/7 100
Bed: C
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 753 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Potentilla megalantha
Tsnum: 81010
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Cinquefoil
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 11 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31 10
6/7 40
6/14 20
6/28 20
7/5 10
7/12 5
6/21 20 7/19 20
7/26 10
8/9 60
8/16 40
8/24 20
9/7 30
Bed: E
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 754 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Potentilla nepalensis
Tsnum: 88234
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Nepal Cinquefoil
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches to 2 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 10
6/7 20
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 70
6/21 100 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 60
9/7 50
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 755 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Potentilla nepalensis
Tsnum: 98128
Variety
Cultivar Ron McBeath
Common Name Ron McBeath Cinquefoil
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Welby Gardens
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 16 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 756 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Potentilla nevadensis
Tsnum: 92150
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Creeping Cinquefoil
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 inches
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 6 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around .5 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 3 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 20
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 20 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: H
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 757 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Potentilla recta
Tsnum: 83343
Variety -0-
Cultivar Warrenii
Common Name Warren's Cinquefoil
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches L
Source EPS
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent
Flower Height: 15-16 inches (in bed GE), up to 2 feet in bed L
5/24 20
5/31 40
6/7 100
6/14 20
6/28 10
7/5 5
7/12 5
6/21 20 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 60
8/16 80
8/24 50
9/7
Bed: L
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 758 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Primula auricula
Tsnum: 15097
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Primrose
Family Primulaceae
Plant Height: about 5 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: about 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: light green
Landscape Uses: mass planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple edges Yellow center
Flower Size: About 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5 15
4/12 40
4/19 60
3/13 Budding
3/27 5
Page 759 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Prunus subhirtella
Tsnum: 11083
Variety
Cultivar Pisnshazam
Common Name Pink Snow-Showers Weeping Cherry
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 7 feet
Source Dr. Klett
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Woody deciduous tree
Plant Habit: Upright weeping
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 760 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pterocephalus depressus
Tsnum: 15005
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Carpeting Pincushion Flower
Family Caprifoliaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, groundcover
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Light Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 2-3 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 761 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pulmonaria
Tsnum: 14160
Variety
Cultivar Gaelic Spring
Common Name Gaelic Spring Lungwort
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Walters Gardens/Proven Winners
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial vine
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Green with light green spotting
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Indigo/Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 5
5/31 5
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5 35
4/12 25
4/19 10
3/13 Budding
3/27 55
Page 762 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pulmonaria saccharata
Tsnum: 87248
Variety -0-
Cultivar Mrs. Moon
Common Name Mrs. Moon Lungwort
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Up to 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated dark green with pale green spots
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Clusters up to 3 inches in size, individual flowers less than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Around 10 inches
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5 45
4/12 30
4/19 10
3/13 Budding
3/27 25
Page 763 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pulmonaria sp.
Tsnum: 13126
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Lungwort
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: 13 inches
Source Unknown
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Green with light green spotting
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Lavender, white
Flower Size: Clusters up to 3 inches in size, individual flowers less than . 5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: apprx 1.5 foot
5/24 10
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 764 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pulmonaria x
Tsnum: 97122
Variety
Cultivar Roy Davidson
Common Name Roy Davidson Lungwort
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 9 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated dark green with pale green spots
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Clusters up to 3 inches in size, individual flowers less than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Around 10 inches
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5 50
4/12 40
4/19 15
3/13 Budding
3/27 70
Page 765 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Pulmonaria x
Tsnum: 97123
Variety
Cultivar Sissinghurst White
Common Name Sissinghurst White Lungwort
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 9 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Variegated dark green with pale green spots
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Clusters up to 3 inches in size, individual flowers less than .5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Around 10 inches
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5 40
4/12 25
4/19 10
3/13 Budding
3/27 40
Page 766 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Rheum australe
Tsnum: 96192
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Ornamental Rhubarb
Family Polygonaceae
Plant Height: Up to 14 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light green, pink edging
Flower Size: 4-5 inch clusters
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 4-4.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 767 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Rosa
Tsnum: 17049
Variety
Cultivar Black Forest™
Common Name Black Forest™ Rose
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: 2.5 feet
Source Blooms of Bressingham
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Small shrub
Plant Habit: Upright mounded
Foliage Color: Medium green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 768 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Rudbeckia
Tsnum: 17186
Variety
Cultivar American Gold Rush
Common Name American Gold Rush Black Eyed Susan
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Intrinsic Perennial Gardens
Plant Width: 20 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 90
9/7 70
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 769 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Rudbeckia
Tsnum: 97233
Variety
Cultivar Viette's Little Suzy
Common Name Viette's Little Suzy Black Eyed Susan
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Welby Gardens
Plant Width: planting spread to about 3.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers or dried seed heads, xeriscape, wildflower garden, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Golden yellow with black/brown center
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 5
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: B
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 770 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Rudbeckia fulgida
Tsnum: 99052
Variety
Cultivar Goldstrum
Common Name Goldstrum Blackeyed Susan
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 1.5 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers or dried seed heads, xeriscape, wildflower garden, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Golden Yellow
Flower Size: 5 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 30
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GD
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 771 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Saccharum ravennae
Tsnum: 97109
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Hardy Pampas Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: About 10 feet in bed GA, 6 feet in bed GC
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 3 feet in bed GA, 6 feet in bed GC
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green, hints of maroon and tan with cold weather
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Tan to maroon
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 1 foot
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: About 12 feet tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 772 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Saliva nemorosa
Tsnum: 10077
Variety
Cultivar New Dimension Blue
Common Name New Dimension Blue Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source Kieft Seeds
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue-violet
Flower Size: Clusters up to 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 14-18 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 40
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 60
6/21 70 7/19 80
7/26 50
8/9 30
8/16 10
8/24 40
9/7 60
Bed: A
9/21 80
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 773 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia
Tsnum: 17187
Variety
Cultivar April Night
Common Name April Night Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 40
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 774 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia
Tsnum: 17190
Variety
Cultivar Rose Marvel
Common Name Rose Marvel Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Darwin Perennials
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 775 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia
Tsnum: 17189
Variety
Cultivar Sallyrosa™ Jumbo Pink
Common Name Sallyrosa Jumbo Pink Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 50
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 30
8/24
9/7 30
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 776 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia
Tsnum: 17188
Variety
Cultivar Spring King
Common Name Spring King Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Dummen Orange
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 20
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 10
7/26 50
8/9 80
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7 20
Bed: O
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 777 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia argentea
Tsnum: 96205
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Silver Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 9 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens/Plant Se
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; upright spreading flower stalks
Foliage Color: Silvery grey green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Clusters up to 8 inches in length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 778 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia indica x moorcroftiana
Tsnum: 16100
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Shangri-la Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal rosette
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 10
5/31 70
6/7 100
6/14 60
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 779 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia nemerosa
Tsnum: 02056
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 inches
Source AAS/Benary
Plant Width: Up to 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Spike inflorescence up to 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 50
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 70 7/19 70
7/26 40
8/9 30
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 60
Bed: C
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 780 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia nemerosa
Tsnum: 14175
Variety
Cultivar Burgundy Candles
Common Name Burgundy Candles Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 7 inches in bed H, 1.5 feet in bed C
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 11 inches in bed H, About 2.5 feet in bed C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1 inch, inflorescence up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2 -2.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 100
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 30 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 781 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia nemerosa
Tsnum: 14059
Variety
Cultivar Burgundy Candles
Common Name Burgundy Candles Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 7 inches in bed H, 1.5 feet in bed C
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 11 inches in bed H, About 2.5 feet in bed C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1 inch, inflorescence up to 10 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2 - 2.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 100
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 20
6/21 30 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: H
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 782 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia nemorosa
Tsnum: 14053
Variety
Cultivar Lyrical Blues
Common Name Lyrical Blues Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Up to 22 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Spike inflorescence up to 8 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches to 2.5 feet
5/24 budding
5/31 20
6/7 50
6/14 100
6/28 80
7/5 40
7/12 30
6/21 100 7/19 50
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 60
8/24 50
9/7 80
Bed: L
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 783 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia nemorosa
Tsnum: 14052
Variety
Cultivar Lyrical Silvertone
Common Name Lyrical Silvertone Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12-15 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Up to 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Spike inflorescence up to 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 20
6/14 100
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 30 7/19 70
7/26 50
8/9 30
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 784 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia reptans
Tsnum: 15006
Variety
Cultivar Compact
Common Name Compact West Texas Grass Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 1.5 foot
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo/deep blue with white towards stem
Flower Size: .5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 20
9/7 60
Bed: M
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 785 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia ringens
Tsnum: 15007
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Rumanian Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: About 1.5 feet
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pale Purple
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 1.5 feet long consisting of clusters about 3 inches wide at 1.5-2 inch intervals
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 3 feet (fallen over, was taller)
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 30 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 40
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 786 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia verticillata
Tsnum: 04207
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Lilac Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches in bed in bed GD
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: Planting spreads to about 2 feet in bed GD
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright, spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Clusters up to 7 inches in length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 100
7/26 70
8/9 40
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7 20
Bed: GD
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 787 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Salvia x
Tsnum: 11062
Variety
Cultivar Pink Friesland
Common Name Pink Friesland Meadow Sage
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Rose-pink and purple
Flower Size: Flower clusters 4-6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 10-14 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 90
6/7 40
6/14 20
6/28 10
7/5 10
7/12 30
6/21 10 7/19 50
7/26 70
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: L
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 788 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sanguisorba tenuifolia
Tsnum: 12137
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Chinese Burnet
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: About 4 feet
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Darker green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Burgundy
Flower Size: Flower Cluster about 2 inches long, .5 inches thick
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 10
8/24 60
9/7 100
Bed: GA
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 789 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Santolina chamaecyparissus
Tsnum: 09146
Variety
Cultivar Lemon Fizz
Common Name Lemon Fizz Lavender Cotton
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source Pacific Plug and Liner
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Yellow-green and green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Clusters .5-.75 inches
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 10
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 5 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 790 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Santolina incana
Tsnum: 11101
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Lavender Cotton
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Rounded clump
Foliage Color: Grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrant foliage
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately .5 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 10 7/19 100
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24 5
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 791 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Saponaria ocymoides
Tsnum: 99054
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Rock Soapwort
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, rock gardens
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink and white
Flower Size: Individual flowers around .5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Less than 1 foot
5/245/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 70
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 20 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 792 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Saponaria ocymoides
Tsnum: 13060
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Rock Soapwort
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, border, containers, xeric, edging, evergreen, ground cover
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: 1/4 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 4-8 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 100
6/7 100
6/14 80
6/28 10
7/5
7/12
6/21 30 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 793 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Satureja montana
Tsnum: 09119
Variety
Cultivar var. illyrica
Common Name Purple Winter Savory
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 10 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, fragrant foliage, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers around .5 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 50
Bed: M
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 794 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Saxifraga x urbium
Tsnum: 12056
Variety
Cultivar Aureopunctata
Common Name Golden London Pride
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Skagit Gardens
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Basal foliage
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 40
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 795 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Scabiosa
Tsnum: 10073
Variety
Cultivar Blue Note
Common Name Blue Note Pincushion Flower
Family Dipsacaceae
Plant Height: 6-9 inches
Source Kieft Seeds
Plant Width: Up to 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Basal foliage, upright flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue-lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31 budding
6/7 5
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 80
7/12 50
6/21 100 7/19 40
7/26 50
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24
9/7 20
Bed: A
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 796 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Scabiosa
Tsnum: 09092
Variety
Cultivar Butterfly Blue
Common Name Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower
Family Dipsacaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Lavender/purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 12 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 60
6/28 80
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 70 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: N
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 797 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Scabiosa columbaria
Tsnum: 11103
Variety
Cultivar Pink Mist
Common Name Pink Mist Pincushion Flower
Family Dipsacaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: Up to 14 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage, upright flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink - some flowers have reverted to lavender (All lavender 7.29.15)
Flower Size: Up to 1.5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 798 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Schizachyrium
Tsnum: 15008
Variety
Cultivar 'Standing Ovation'
Common Name Standing Ovation Little Bluestem
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: About 4 feet
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-Green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 799 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Schizachyrium scoparium
Tsnum: 99165
Variety
Cultivar Blaze
Common Name Blaze Little Blue Stem
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 2 feet in bed GE, About 3 feet in bed GD
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Red
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Seed heads1 - 1.5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 800 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Schizachyrium scoparium
Tsnum: 16050
Variety
Cultivar Blue Heaven
Common Name Blue Heaven Little Bluestem
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 20 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 20 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 801 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Schizachyrium scoparium
Tsnum: 16046
Variety
Cultivar Jazz
Common Name Jazz Little Bluestem
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 36 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 802 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Schizachyrium scoparium
Tsnum: 16045
Variety
Cultivar The Blues
Common Name The Blues Little Bluestem
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 30 inches
Source National Ornamental Grass Trial
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: N/A
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 803 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Scrophularia
Tsnum: 17192
Variety
Cultivar Cardinale™ Red
Common Name Cardinale Red Red Birds In a Tree
Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Terra Nova Nurseries
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Red
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 40
9/7 60
Bed: O
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 804 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Scutellaria scordifolia
Tsnum: 16095
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Blue Skullcap
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Broad oval
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 30 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 40
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 805 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum
Tsnum: 15035
Variety
Cultivar Pure Joy
Common Name Pure Joy Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source Walters Gardens/ Proven Winner
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: pink with darker tips
Flower Size: Clusters about 2-3 inches, individual flowers .25 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 90
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: K
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 806 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum
Tsnum: 13061
Variety
Cultivar Autumn Charm
Common Name Autumn Charm Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 16 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: 12-18"
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Light green with white edge
Landscape Uses: Border, sunny and hot areas, xeric, containers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: 8-9 inch diameter compound umbel
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: About 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 5
8/24 20
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 807 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum
Tsnum: 09126
Variety
Cultivar Neon
Common Name Neon Showy Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: About 18 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: about 2 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 20
9/7 100
Bed: N
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 808 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum
Tsnum: 17193
Variety
Cultivar Peace and Joy PPAF
Common Name Peace and Joy Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Intrinsic Perennial Gardens
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Blue/green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 60
8/16 30
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: O
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 809 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum
Tsnum: 11067
Variety
Cultivar Zi Juan Pink Sundae
Common Name Zi Juan Pink Sundae Sedum
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 2.5 feet
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 5
Bed: B
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 810 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum acre
Tsnum: 88235
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Gold Moss
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: About 3 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Spread about 2 feet in bed M, Planting has spread to about 9 feet in bed H
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcovet
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: up to 4 inches
5/245/31 5
6/7 15
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 80
7/12 60
6/21 100 7/19 20
7/26
8/98/16 10
8/24
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 811 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum aizoon
Tsnum: 80123
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Aizoon Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: planting reads about 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 100
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12
6/21 60 7/19 20
7/26 20
8/9 20
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 812 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum album
Tsnum: 88236
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 2 foot
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 50
8/16 30
8/24
9/7
Bed: GD
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 813 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum ellacombianum
Tsnum: 92086
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Walters Gardens Inc.
Plant Width: Around 6 feet
Plant Type: Semi-Evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Clusters up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: 8 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 10
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 30
8/9 40
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 814 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum kamtschaticum
Tsnum: 80401
Variety -0-
Cultivar Floriferum
Common Name Floriferum Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Around 3 inches in bed H, About 2 inches in bed C, 2 inches in bed E
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 6 feet in bed H, About 4 feet in bed C, 2.5 feet in bed E
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Clusters up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 inches
5/24 30
5/31 100
6/7 40
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 815 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum kamtschaticum
Tsnum: 80400
Variety -0-
Cultivar Floriferum
Common Name Floriferum Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Around 3 inches in bed H, About 2 inches in bed C, 2 inches in bed E
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 6 feet in bed H, About 4 feet in bed C, 2.5 feet in bed E
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Clusters up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 inches
5/24 30
5/31 100
6/7 40
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 816 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum kamtschaticum
Tsnum: 80122
Variety -0-
Cultivar Floriferum
Common Name Floriferum Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Around 3 inches in bed H, About 2 inches in bed C, 2 inches in bed E
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to around 6 feet in bed H, About 4 feet in bed C, 2.5 feet in bed E
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Clusters up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 inches
5/24 30
5/31 100
6/7 40
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 20
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 817 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum kamtschaticum
Tsnum: 80131
Variety -0-
Cultivar Variegatum
Common Name Variegated Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 7 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Variegated off-white and medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orange/yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/245/31 5
6/7 30
6/14 50
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 80
7/26 70
8/9 60
8/16 80
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 818 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum littorale
Tsnum: 12160
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 7 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 1 foot
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 50
6/28 70
7/5 40
7/12 20
6/21 100 7/19 10
7/26 20
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 50
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 819 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum rosea
Tsnum: 84025
Variety integrifolia
Cultivar -0-
Common Name King's Crown Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Around 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape, native planting
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red bead-like flowers
Flower Size: Flower cluster up to 1 inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 50
6/7 50
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum sediforme
Tsnum: 11089
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Pale Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Lauren Springer
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Blue-green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 inches tall
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 821 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum selskianum
Tsnum: 05059
Variety
Cultivar Spirit
Common Name Spirit Sedum
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Dr. Hartley
Plant Width: About 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 5 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 10
9/7 30
Bed: I
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum spectabile
Tsnum: 91210
Variety -0-
Cultivar Autumn Glory
Common Name Autumn Glory Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 18 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Up to 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Red-burgundy
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 4.5 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19 5
7/26 20
8/9 60
8/16 80
8/24 90
9/7 100
Bed: I
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 823 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum spectabile
Tsnum: 98140
Variety
Cultivar Autumn Joy
Common Name Autumn Joy Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source IR-4 herbicide study
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pinkish red
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 10
8/16 20
8/24 40
9/7 100
Bed: G
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 824 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum spectabile
Tsnum: 97135
Variety
Cultivar Variegated
Common Name Variegated Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches in bed M, foliage up to 2 feet in bed A
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Plant has lodged, spreads up to 2 feet in bed A; About 1.5 feet in bed M
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Variegated off-white and pale green
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink, yellow with red center
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 -24 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 30
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 825 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum spurium
Tsnum: 80128
Variety -0-
Cultivar Dragon's Blood
Common Name Dragon's Blood Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Reddish green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 20
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 40
6/21 40 7/19 30
7/26 20
8/9 30
8/16 40
8/24 60
9/7 70
Bed: M
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sedum x
Tsnum: 01105
Variety
Cultivar Bronze Leaf
Common Name Bronze Leaf Stonecrop
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source All American Selections
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Red
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, rock garden, erosion control, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GE
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 827 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sempervivum hybrida
Tsnum: 04126
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Hybrid Hens and Chicks
Family Crassulaceae
Plant Height: 3 inches
Source 2004 Herbicide Study
Plant Width: Planting has spread to almost 2 feet
Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading clump
Foliage Color: Reddish green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 3 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Around 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 5
8/9 20
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sesleria autumnalis
Tsnum: 03105
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Autmn Moor Grass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Bath Nursery
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: inflorescence around 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 50
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 829 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sidalcia
Tsnum: 92142
Variety -0-
Cultivar Party Girl
Common Name Mini Holly Hock
Family Malvaceaee
Plant Height: Around 4 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: about 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Individual flowers less than 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 20
8/9 40
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 830 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sideritis syriacus
Tsnum: 17184
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Ironwort
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 1 foot
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5 5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 20
8/16 10
8/24 30
9/7 40
Bed: B
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 831 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Silene
Tsnum: 13055
Variety
Cultivar Rolly's Favorite
Common Name Rolly's Favorite Campion
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Mound
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Beds, borders, large containers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Light pink
Flower Size: 2 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 18 inches
5/24 100
5/31 100
6/7 70
6/14 50
6/28 20
7/5 10
7/12
6/21 30 7/19
7/26 5
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 832 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Silphium perfoliatum
Tsnum: 95078
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Cup Plant
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 9 feet
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Around 7 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Individual flowers around inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Around 9 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 10
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 40
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 833 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Solidago
Tsnum: 17058
Variety
Cultivar Barseven
Common Name Sweety® Goldenrod
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Bartels
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 budding
7/12 5
6/21 7/19 30
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 100
8/24 60
9/7 30
Bed: New
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 834 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Solidago rigida
Tsnum: 04140
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Rigid Goldenrod
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 48 inches
Source 2004 Herbicide Study
Plant Width: 36 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium grey-green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 4 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 5.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 10
8/16 40
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GE
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 835 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Solidago speciosa
Tsnum: 12131
Variety
Cultivar Wichita Falls
Common Name Wichita Falls Showy Goldenrod
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Foliage up to 3 feet
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Late summer perennial border, naturalized area, attracts bees and butterflies.
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Multiple 5-8 inch Spike florescence
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 3-3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 budding
9/7 budding
Bed: GB
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 836 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Solidago virgaurea
Tsnum: 84213
Variety -0-
Cultivar Peter Pan
Common Name Peter Pan Goldenrod
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: foliage up to 3 feet
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: planting has spread over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 6 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 30
8/16 60
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: L
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 837 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Solidago x
Tsnum: 81242
Variety -0-
Cultivar Cloth of Gold
Common Name Cloth of Gold Goldenrod
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: about 4 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: about 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 8 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 10
8/16 50
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: E
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 838 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sorghastrum nutans
Tsnum: 97037
Variety
Cultivar Sioux Blue
Common Name Sioux Blue Sorghastrum
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 feet
Source Emerald Coast Growers
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Blue green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Orangish brown
Flower Size: Inflorescence around 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 6 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GB
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 839 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sporobolus airoides
Tsnum: 12134
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Alkali Sacaton
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 3 feet
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Tall, upright
Foliage Color: Silvery-green
Landscape Uses: Borders, xeric, naturalized areas
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Color: Green-purple to tan
Flower Size: 10 inch tall, 6-8 inch diameter seed head
Flower Effectiveness: Excellent
Flower Height: 2-3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 840 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sporobolus heterolepis
Tsnum: 12129
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Prairie Dropseed
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump, upright
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Tolerates hot, dry areas. Prairies, meadows, native plant gardens, wild areas or slopes. Also effective in large rock gardens. Accent for foundation plantings or borders.
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Seed heads up to 7 inches long, 2-3 inches wide
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 841 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sporobolus wrightii
Tsnum: 04188
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Giant Sacaton
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: About 4 feet
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green to tan
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, temporary screen, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Clusters of Inflorescences, inflorescences about 3 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 100
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 842 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Sprobolus heterolepis
Tsnum: 15009
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Prairie Dropseed
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: About 12 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Tolerates hot, dry areas. Prairies, meadows, native plant gardens, wild areas or slopes. Also effective in large rock gardens. Accent for foundation plantings or borders.
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Inflorescence 4-5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GA
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 843 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Stachys byzantina
Tsnum: 81219
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Lamb's Ears
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: 30 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage; erect flower stalks
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple and grey
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 6 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 30
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 844 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Stachys dregeana
Tsnum: 16090
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Lamb's Ear
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: 8 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Spreading
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: GC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 845 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Stipa tenuissima
Tsnum: 96061
Variety
Cultivar Ponytails
Common Name Ponytails Needlegrass
Family Poaceae
Plant Height: Around 2.5 feet
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial grass
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green to blonde tan
Landscape Uses: Border, xeriscape, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Tan
Flower Size: Fibrous seed heads up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: Up to 3 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 846 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Symphytum officinale
Tsnum: 87205
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Comfrey
Family Boraginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 feet
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, culinary/herb garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good to fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to .5 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good to fair
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 10
6/14 70
6/28 30
7/5 20
7/12 10
6/21 40 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24 30
9/7
Bed: I
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 847 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Syringa reticulata
Tsnum: 98077
Variety
Cultivar Summer Snow
Common Name Summer Snow Tree Lilac
Family Oleaceae
Plant Height: 20-25 feet
Source Schichtel's Nursery
Plant Width: 15 feet
Plant Type: Woody deciduous tree
Plant Habit: Round
Foliage Color:
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: White
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 848 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tanacetum densum amani
Tsnum: 97174
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Partridge Feather
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Silvery grey
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower cluster up to 2 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 8 inches
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 50
7/5 70
7/12
6/21 30 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 849 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tanacetum ptarmiciflorum
Tsnum: 12066
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Silver Feather
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Dr. Klett
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial to semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Silvery grey green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Individual flowers 0.5 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 4 inches
5/24 budding
5/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 20
6/28 100
7/5
7/12
6/21 60 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tetraneuris scaposa
Tsnum: 17204
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Bittersweet
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/9 10
8/16 20
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: B
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 851 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tetraneuris scaposa
Tsnum: 17191
Variety
Cultivar Prairie Sunshine
Common Name Prairie Sunshine Bittersweet
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16 budding
8/24 budding
9/7 30
Bed: E
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 852 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tetraneuris scaposa
Tsnum: 17201
Variety
Cultivar Sego Supreme Dancer
Common Name Sego Supreme Dancer Bittersweet
Family Asteraceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12 30
6/21 7/19 60
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GC
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 853 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Teucrium canadense
Tsnum: 80179
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Germander
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1 foot
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium to dark green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 12 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 10
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 70
9/7 30
Bed: A
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 854 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Teucrium chamaedrys
Tsnum: 80178
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Germander
Family Lamiaceae
Plant Height: Up to 11 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial to semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 11 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 80
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 70
9/7 50
Bed: H
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 855 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Teucrium hircanicum
Tsnum: 16099
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Wood Sage Germander
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 18 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Broad oval
Foliage Color: Silvery green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 50
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 50
Bed: GC
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 856 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Thalictrum aquilegifolium
Tsnum: 76031
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Meadow Rue
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source Unknown
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium bluish green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems: Some powdery mildew
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Poor
Flower Height: 3 feet
5/24 80
5/31 90
6/7 75
6/14 10
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 857 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Thalictrum speciosissimum
Tsnum: 95085
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Dusty Meadow Rue
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2.5 feet
Source American Horticulturist Seed Cata
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Inflorescence up to 4 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 50
7/5 100
7/12 60
6/21 10 7/19 20
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 858 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Thermopsis montana
Tsnum: 83088
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Golden Banner
Family Fabaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Plants of the Southwest
Plant Width: About 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: 1 inch diameter, 1.5 inch length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Around 14 inches
5/24 done
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 859 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tiarella cordifolia
Tsnum: 09160
Variety
Cultivar Susquehanna
Common Name Susquehanna Foam Flower
Family Saxifragaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: Up to 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Dark green with reddish veins
Landscape Uses: Border, shade garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: white
Flower Size: inflorescence up to 4 inches in size
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: Up to 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 860 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tilia cordata
Tsnum: 96136
Variety
Cultivar Globe
Common Name Globe Linden
Family Tiliaceae
Plant Height:
Source Schichtel's Nursery
Plant Width:
Plant Type: Woody deciduous tree
Plant Habit: Round
Foliage Color:
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality:
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: South of Garden
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 861 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tradescantia
Tsnum: 15037
Variety
Cultivar 'Radtrad'
Common Name Amethyst KisSpiderwort
Family Commelinaceae
Plant Height: About 1 foot
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: About 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Deep Purple
Flower Size: Flower clusters around 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: About 1 foot
5/24 20
5/31 70
6/7 90
6/14 40
6/28 10
7/5 5
7/12 5
6/21 20 7/19
7/26 10
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24 30
9/7 40
Bed: B
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 862 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tradescantia
Tsnum: 12100
Variety
Cultivar Radtrad
Common Name Radtrad Spiderwort
Family Commelinaceae
Plant Height: Around 6 inches
Source Perennial Trials
Plant Width: Up to 12 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/24 20
5/31 40
6/7 80
6/14 70
6/28 20
7/5 10
7/12 20
6/21 40 7/19 10
7/26 10
8/9 20
8/16 20
8/24 30
9/7 50
Bed: C
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 863 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tradescantia ohiensis
Tsnum: 83344
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Spiderwort
Family Commelinaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source EPS
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Color: Lavender-blue
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to poor
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 40
6/14 80
6/28 20
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 30 7/19 40
7/26 30
8/9 5
8/16
8/24 5
9/7
Bed: J
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 864 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Tradescantia virginiana
Tsnum: 87219
Variety -0-
Cultivar Red Cloud
Common Name Red Cloud Spiderwort
Family Commelinaceae
Plant Height: Up to 12 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Spread over 4.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, erosion control, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Color: Hot pink
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: fair
Flower Height: Up to 30 inches
5/24 80
5/31 100
6/7 90
6/14 40
6/28 10
7/5 5
7/12 10
6/21 20 7/19 10
7/26 20
8/9 10
8/16
8/24 10
9/7 20
Bed: J
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 865 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Trifolium arvense
Tsnum: 92087
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Rabbit's Foot Clover
Family Fabaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source -0-
Plant Width: Up to 11 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent
Flower Color: Reddish-purple to grey
Flower Size: Individual flowers up to 2 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good to Excellent
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: G
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 866 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Trollius europaeus
Tsnum: 97185
Variety
Cultivar Orange Princess
Common Name Orange Princess Globe Flower
Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading clump
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, fresh cut flowers
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Lemon yellow
Flower Size: 1 to 2 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/24 50
5/31 75
6/7 30
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 867 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Verbascum atroviolaceum
Tsnum: 16098
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name Purple Mullein
Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 6 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal rosette
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 20
5/31 60
6/7 30
6/14
6/28
7/5 20
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 50
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 40
9/7 20
Bed: GC
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 868 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Verbascum chaixii
Tsnum: 04083
Variety
Cultivar Sixteen Candles
Common Name Sixteencandles Mettle-leaved Mullein
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Jelitto Perennial Seeds
Plant Width: Around 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Basal foliage, upright spreading flower stalks
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, wildflower or cottage garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Yellow
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 15 inches, individual flowers are tiny, less than .25 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 4 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 869 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 14038
Variety
Cultivar Atomic Violet
Common Name Atomic Violet Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 3 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: About 8 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Clusters up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31 5
6/7 50
6/14 100
6/28 40
7/5 30
7/12 60
6/21 100 7/19 80
7/26 70
8/9 50
8/16 60
8/24 40
9/7 30
Bed: H
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 870 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 14036
Variety
Cultivar Baby Doll
Common Name Baby Doll Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 20 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 40
6/28 100
7/5 30
7/12 20
6/21 70 7/19 10
7/26
8/9 20
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7 20
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 871 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 04106
Variety
Cultivar Blue Feathers
Common Name Blue Feathers Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Jelitto Perennial Seeds
Plant Width: Up to About 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Clusters up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 3.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 10
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 70
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7 50
Bed: H
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 872 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 11056
Variety
Cultivar First Love
Common Name First Love Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 5 inches
Source Monrovia
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 3 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 100 7/19 100
7/26 60
8/9 50
8/16 40
8/24 30
9/7 10
Bed: C
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 873 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 14060
Variety
Cultivar Hocus Pocus
Common Name Hocus Pocus Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Ground Cover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, ground cover
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Spike fluorescence up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Upto 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 budding
7/5 5
7/12 20
6/21 7/19 40
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 50
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 874 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 16094
Variety
Cultivar Light Blue Moody Blues
Common Name Light Blue Moody Blues Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 12 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spikes
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 10
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 80
6/21 40 7/19 60
7/26 80
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 60
9/7 40
Bed: GC
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 875 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 15139
Variety
Cultivar Novaverblu
Common Name Dark Blue Moody Blues™ Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: About 10 inches
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: About 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Ground Cover
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Landscape Uses: Rock garden, ground cover
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Spike inflorescence Up to 3 inches long\
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 15
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 80 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 80
Bed: M
9/21 60
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 876 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 15138
Variety
Cultivar Novavermau
Common Name Mauve Moody Blues™ Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: about 18 inches
Source The Conard Pyle Co.
Plant Width: about 1.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, cottage garden, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Spike inflorescence 2-8 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: up to 1.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 70
7/26 50
8/9 70
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: I
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 877 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 16093
Variety
Cultivar Pink Moody Blues
Common Name Pink Moody Blues Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 24 inches
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spikes
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 70
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 20 7/19 100
7/26 60
8/9 50
8/16 70
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: GC
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 878 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 00149
Variety
Cultivar Reavis
Common Name Crystal Rivers Veronica
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2 inches
Source Welby/ Plant Select
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 4 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Blue-violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers are tiny, less than .25 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 3 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 5
6/28 30
7/5 40
7/12 10
6/21 20 7/19 10
7/26 10
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24 10
9/7
Bed: J
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 879 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 09118
Variety
Cultivar Reavis
Common Name Crystal Rivers Veronica
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Plant Select
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue/purple
Flower Size: Less than .25 of an inch in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 inches
5/24 50
5/31 30
6/7 20
6/14 20
6/28 40
7/5 50
7/12 20
6/21 40 7/19 20
7/26 10
8/9 30
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: D
9/21 10
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 880 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 17195
Variety
Cultivar Ronica™ Blue
Common Name Ronica Blue Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 10
7/5 20
7/12 40
6/21 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 20
8/16 30
8/24 50
9/7 70
Bed: O
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 881 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 17194
Variety
Cultivar Ronica™ Fuchsia
Common Name Ronica Fuchsia Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Danziger
Plant Width: 10 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Dark green glossy
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Pink
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 40
7/5 50
7/12 60
6/21 7/19 50
7/26 40
8/9 20
8/16 20
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: O
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 882 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 10045
Variety
Cultivar Stelleri Mann's Variety
Common Name Stelleri Mann's Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo blue
Flower Size: Spike clusters 3-4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 6-10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 90
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 80
9/7 60
Bed: A
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 883 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 92162
Variety -0-
Cultivar Sunny Border Blue
Common Name Sunny Border Blue Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 2 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo-blue
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28 5
7/5 40
7/12 70
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: B
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 884 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica
Tsnum: 14049
Variety
Cultivar Teucrium hybrid
Common Name Teucrium Hybrid Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 1.5 Foot
Source CSU Perennial Trial
Plant Width: 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Mass planting, Rock garden, Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Violet
Flower Size: 1/8 inch individual flowers
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 1 Foot
5/24 100
5/31 100
6/7 50
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 885 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica allioni
Tsnum: 88221
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Green Acres Nursery
Plant Width: 18 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Very showy, flowers cover plant
Flower Color: Blue-violet
Flower Size: Flower clusters approximately 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Very showy, flowers cover plant
Flower Height: Up to 7 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 886 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica alpina alba
Tsnum: 97177
Variety
Cultivar
Common Name White Alpine Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 6 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: About 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31 budding
6/7 5
6/14 20
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 60
6/21 70 7/19 70
7/26 80
8/9 60
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 80
Bed: A
9/21 30
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 887 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica grandis
Tsnum: 87235
Variety holophylla
Cultivar Blue Charm
Common Name Blue Charm Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 20 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue/purple
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 18 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26 5
8/9 20
8/16 50
8/24 70
9/7 100
Bed: J
9/21 70
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 888 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica liwanensis
Tsnum: 15017
Variety
Cultivar True White Form
Common Name White Turkish Veronica
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: about 5 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, Cottage Garden, Rock Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31 5
6/7 10
6/14 20
6/28 30
7/5
7/12 20
6/21 40 7/19 20
7/26 20
8/9 10
8/16 10
8/24 20
9/7
Bed: M
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 889 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica longifolia
Tsnum: 17046
Variety
Cultivar Vernique™ Deep Blue
Common Name Vernique™ Deep Blue Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 1.5 feet
Source Greenfuse
Plant Width: 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 30
6/14 60
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 80
6/21 100 7/19 40
7/26 60
8/9 80
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 60
Bed: New
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 890 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica pectinata
Tsnum: 87187
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Blue Woolly Veronica
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: 4 inches
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Planting has spread over 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial/ semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Individual flowers approximately .25 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 4 inches
5/24 5
5/31 5
6/7 5
6/14 10
6/28 40
7/5 50
7/12 60
6/21 30 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: L
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 891 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica penduncularis
Tsnum: 96150
Variety
Cultivar Georgia Blue
Common Name Georgia Blue Speedwell
Family Plantiginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2.5 feet
Source Denver Botanic Gardens/Plant Se
Plant Width: About 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green with white variegation
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Less than .25 inch width, 1 inch length
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 2.5 feet
5/245/31 budding
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 40
6/21 60 7/19 20
7/26 30
8/9 50
8/16 60
8/24 70
9/7 50
Bed: J
9/21 20
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 892 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica prostrata
Tsnum: 98099
Variety
Cultivar Trehane
Common Name Trehane Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Bluestone Perennials
Plant Width: about 1 foot
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Yellow-green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: fair
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: 1 inch spike inflorescence
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: 2-3 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 893 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica spicata
Tsnum: 80090
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Spike Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: About 6 inches
Source GM Nurseries Inc.
Plant Width: Around 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Indigo-violet
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 1 foot
5/245/31 budding
6/7 5
6/14 20
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 80
6/21 60 7/19 30
7/26 40
8/9 30
8/16 10
8/24 20
9/7 5
Bed: A
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 894 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica spicata
Tsnum: 83235
Variety
Cultivar Blaufuchs
Common Name Blue Fox Speedwell
Family Scrophularriaceae
Plant Height: About 20 inches in bed D, up to 6 inches in bed C
Source -0-
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet in bed D, about 1 foot in bed C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 20 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 70
7/26 60
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: D
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 895 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica spicata
Tsnum: 83235
Variety -0-
Cultivar Blue Fox
Common Name Blue Fox Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: About 20 inches in bed D, up to 6 inches in bed C
Source Spring Hill Nursery
Plant Width: Up to 1.5 feet in bed D, about 1 foot in bed C
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Blue
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 4 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 20 inches
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 5
6/28 100
7/5 100
7/12 100
6/21 40 7/19 70
7/26 60
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 70
Bed: D
9/21 50
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 896 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronica spicata
Tsnum: 96199
Variety
Cultivar Icicle
Common Name Icicle Speedwell
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Around 18 inches
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Around 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green, chlorosis
Landscape Uses: Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Woodland Garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 7 inches long
Flower Effectiveness: Fair to good
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14 budding
6/28 20
7/5 40
7/12 100
6/21 7/19 100
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: A
9/21 40
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 897 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Veronicastrum virginicum
Tsnum: 96200
Variety
Cultivar Album
Common Name White Culver's Root
Family Plantaginaceae
Plant Height: Around 3 feet
Source Paulino Gardens
Plant Width: Around 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Border, mass, background plant
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flower spikes up to 6 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Up to 5 feet
5/245/31
6/7 budding
6/14 budding
6/28 budding
7/5 20
7/12 50
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: N
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 898 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Vinca minor
Tsnum: 82151
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Periwinkle
Family Apocynaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Inter-State Nursery
Plant Width: Planting is competing with moneywort, has spread to over 3 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Border, ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Fair to good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: Lavender
Flower Size: Individual flowers around 1 inch
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Around 10 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: E
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 899 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Vinca minor
Tsnum: 96059
Variety
Cultivar Golden Bowles
Common Name Golden Bowles Periwinkle
Family Apocynaceae
Plant Height: Up to 8 inches
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: Planting has spread to about 6 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Variegated yellow-green and medium green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Color: White
Flower Size: Flowers are less than .5 inches in diameter
Flower Effectiveness: Fair
Flower Height: Up to 6 inches
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Vinca minor
Tsnum: 89178
Variety -0-
Cultivar Rosea
Common Name Rose Periwinkle
Family Apocynaceae
Plant Height: Up to 10 inches
Source Hines Nursery
Plant Width: Planting has spread to over 12 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Dark green
Landscape Uses: Ground cover, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good to Excellent
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Purple
Flower Size: Flowers are 1 inch in diameter or less
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: 6 to 8 inches
5/24 5
5/316/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12 10
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: B
9/21
4/5 30
4/12 40
4/19 15
3/13 Budding
3/27 10
Page 901 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Vinca minor
Tsnum: 87238
Variety -0-
Cultivar Variegata
Common Name Variegated Periwinkle
Family Apocynaceae
Plant Height: 2 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: groundcover
Foliage Color: Light green variegated
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Periwinkle
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: New
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 902 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Vitis x
Tsnum: 16101
Variety
Cultivar St. Theresa Seedless
Common Name St Theresa Grape
Family Vitaceae
Plant Height: 7 feet
Source Garden and Home Show
Plant Width: 4 feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color:
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/24 budding
5/31 5
6/7 5
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
Page 903 of 908
2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Waldsteinia fragariodes
Tsnum: 91154
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Barren Strawberry
Family Rosaceae
Plant Height: Up to 4 inches
Source Gulley Greenhouse
Plant Width: Up to 3 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Groundcover
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Groundcover, wildflower garden, erosion control
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: C
9/21
4/5
4/12 10
4/19 5
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Wisteria macrostachys
Tsnum: 05119
Variety
Cultivar Aunt Dee
Common Name Aunt Dee Wisteria
Family Leguminosae
Plant Height: Has climbed 6 foot fence
Source Carlton Plants
Plant Width: Has spread to over 4 horizontal feet
Plant Type: Semi-woody vine
Plant Habit: Vine
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Vine, temporary screen
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Color: Lavender purple
Flower Size: Flower clusters up to 10 inches
Flower Effectiveness: Good
Flower Height: Vine has climbed all the way up a 6 foot fence
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: VC
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Yucca filamentosa
Tsnum: 82199
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Yucca
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Up to 2.5 feet
Source Bluebird Nursery Inc.
Plant Width: about 2 feet
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: Clump
Foliage Color: Medium green
Landscape Uses: Xeriscape, rock garden
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Light green to white
Flower Size: Individual flowers 4-5 inch diameter
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height: Up to 2 feet
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: F
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Yucca glauca
Tsnum: 81011
Variety -0-
Cultivar -0-
Common Name Soapweed
Family Asparagaceae
Plant Height: Around 2.5 feet
Source Denver Botanic Gardens
Plant Width: Up to 2.5 feet
Plant Type: Semi-evergreen to evergreen
Plant Habit: Upright spreading
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses: Border, specimen, xeriscape
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Poor
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: * Bloom did not occur
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19
7/26
8/98/16
8/24
9/7
Bed: H
9/21
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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2017 Perennial Trial EvaluationDepartment of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Colorado State University
Scientific Name Zauchneria garrettii
Tsnum: 17202
Variety
Cultivar Orange Carpet
Common Name Orange Carpet California Fuchsia
Family Onagraceae
Plant Height: 6 inches
Source Plant Select Trials
Plant Width: 24 inches
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Plant Habit: clump
Foliage Color: Light green
Landscape Uses:
Insect Problems:
Disease Problems:
Cultural Problems:
Nuisances:
Plant Quality: Good
Comments on plant:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Size:
Flower Effectiveness:
Flower Height:
5/245/31
6/7
6/14
6/28
7/5
7/12
6/21 7/19 70
7/26 100
8/9 100
8/16 100
8/24 100
9/7 100
Bed: GC
9/21 100
4/5
4/12
4/19
3/13
3/27
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