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Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
1 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Achillea (Yarrow) Coronation Gold
Low maintenance, upright perennial with golden flower clusters. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Drought tolerant
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
• May rebloom if cut back after flowering
Achillea Millefolium (Common Yarrow) Summer Pastels Low maintenance, upright perennial with flower clusters in assorted colors. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 15-18 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Drought and salt tolerant
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
Achillea (Yarrow) Moonshine
Low maintenance, upright perennial with yellow flower clusters and attractive silver-grey foliage. Blooms 12-16 weeks beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Drought tolerant
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
2 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Heirloom
Alcea Rosea (Hollyhock) Chater’s Double Mix
Upright biennial with flower spikes in a mix of colors. Great for the back of a flower bed. Blooms for 4-8 weeks beginning in July
• Best in sun
• Height 5-8 ft. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators
Alcea Rosea (Hollyhock) Dwarf Majorette Mix
Dwarf upright biennial with flower spikes in a mix of colors. Blooms summer to early fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-30 in. Spacing 18-36 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators
• Heirloom
Alcea Rosea (Hollyhock) Indian Springs
Dwarf upright biennial with flower spikes in a mix of colors. Great in cottage gardens. Blooms for 6-8 weeks beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 5-6 ft. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
3 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Alcea Rosea (Hollyhock) Nigra
Upright biennial with dark maroon, almost black, flowers. Blooms summer to fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 6-8 ft. Spacing 24 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil.
• Good cut flower.
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies and pollinators
• Heirloom
Alchemilla Mollis (Lady’s Mantle)
Spreading perennial herb with star shaped greenish-yellow flower clusters and attractive, scalloped foliage. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 10-15 in. Spacing 10-12 in.
• Prefers rich well-drained soil
• Good cut flower, great filler in arrangements
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Allium (Wild Onion)
Upright annual with white flower clusters. Great for rock gardens. Blooms beginning in mid-summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Attracts pollinators
• Toxic to dogs and cats
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
4 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Allium (Ornamental Onion) Millennium
Upright perennial with 2” globe shaped, purple flower clusters. Blooms 3-4 weeks beginning in mid-summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to deer, resistant*
• Attracts butterflies
Anemone Hybrida Konigin Charlotte
Upright perennials with large, semi-double pink flowers. Blooms 4-6 weeks beginning in late August.
• Sun to part shade.
• Height 22-24 in. Spread 15-18 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates moderately wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Aquilegia (Columbine) Origami Mix
Upright perennial with large flowers in a mix of colors.
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 20-24 in.
• Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in June
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Heat tolerant
• Good cut flower
• Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
5 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Aquilegia (Columbine) Winky Red and White
Upright perennial with upward-facing, red and white flowers. Blooms late spring to early summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 12-14 in. Spread 12-14 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates heat
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Aquilegia Canadensis (Wild Columbine)
Upright perennial with nodding, scarlet and yellow flowers. Great in cottage gardens and naturalized areas. Will self-seed. Blooms beginning in late spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 24-36 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates dry soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Arisaema Triphyllum (Jack in the Pulpit)
Upright perennial with nodding, scarlet and yellow flowers. Great in cottage gardens and naturalized areas. Will self-seed. Blooms beginning in mid-spring, followed with red berries in late summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 12-24 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil
• Attracts birds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
6 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Artemesia Schmidtiana (Wormwood) Silver Mound
Mounding perennial with feathery silver-green foliage. Can be used in wreaths and flower arrangements.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 10-12 in. Spread 15-18 in.
• Tolerates drought, road salt
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Good filler in cut flower arrangements
• Resistant to deer* and rabbits
Aruncus (Goat’s Beard)
Upright clumping perennial with plumes of creamy white flower clusters above fern-like, dark green foliage. Blooms early to mid-summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 4-6 ft. Spread 2-4 ft.
• Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil
• Resistant to deer and rabbits*
• Attracts birds and butterflies
Asclepias Incarnata (Swamp Milkweed)
Upright perennial with fragrant pink or white flowers. Great in small spaces or rock gardens. 6-8 weeks beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-36 in. Spread 21-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates clay soil, wet soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
7 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Asclepias Tuberosa (Butterfly Milkweed)
Upright perennial with bring orange flower clusters. Naturalizes well. Blooms beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-30 in. Spacing 12-15 in.
• Tolerates drought, road salt, clay soil
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, pollinators
Aster Alpinus (Woods Blue Aster)
Upright perennial with blue flowers. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in September.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-15 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, road salt, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer* and rabbits
• Attracts birds and butterflies
Aster Alpinus (Woods Pink Aster)
Upright perennial with pink flowers. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in September.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-15 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, road salt, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
8 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Aster Alpinus (Woods Purple Aster)
Upright perennial with purple flowers. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in September.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-15 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, road salt, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
Aster Novae-Angliae (New England Aster)
Upright perennial with violet-blue flowers. 2-3 months beginning in August.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-4 ft.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, road salt, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
Aster Novae-angliae Purple (Dome Aster)
Upright perennial with purple flowers. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in August.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-15 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, road salt, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
9 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Astilbe Arendsii Purple Rain
Upright perennial with plumes of rosy-purple flowers. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in early summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height to 24 in. Spread to 18 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Astilbe Chinensis Vision in Red
Upright perennial with plumes of rose-red flowers. Blooms beginning in mid-summer.
• Part shade 12-15 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Astilbe Chinensis Bella Mix
Spreading perennial with plumes in a mix of flowers. Nice groundcover in cool shady areas. Blooms beginning in mid-summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 12-15 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
10 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Astilbe Chinensis Little Vision Pink
Upright perennial with plumes of pink flowers. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in early summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height to 24 in. Spread to 18 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates clay soil, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Asarum Canadense (Wild Ginger)
Spreading perennial groundcover with heart shaped leaves and purplish-brown flowers. Blooms in spring.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 6-12 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
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Asarum Europaeum (European Ginger)
Spreading perennial groundcover with heart shaped leaves and small, purplish-brown flowers. Blooms in spring.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 6 in. Spread 8-12 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil, alkaline soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
11 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Baptisia Australis (False Indigo)
Upright perennial with white flower spikes and attractive blue-green foliage and seed pods. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-4 ft. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Attracts butterflies
Bellis Perennis (English Daisy) Bellissima Mix
Mounding biennial with semi-double daisy-like flowers and a range of colors. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in early spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 6-10 in. Spread 6-10 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates clay soil, sandy soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Bergenia Cordifolia (Heartleaf Bergenia)
Upright perennial with rose-pink flowers. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in May.
• Best in sun
• Height t12-15in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates clay soil, sandy soil, dry soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
12 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Campanula Carpatica (Blue Clips)
Spreading perennial with blue up-facing blue flowers. Good in rock gardens and borders or as a groundcover for a small area. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 4-6 in. Spread 10-12 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil.
• Can be used as cut flower
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts Hummingbirds
Campanula Carpatica (White Clips)
Spreading perennial with white up-facing blue flowers. Good in rock gardens and borders or as a groundcover for a small area. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 4-6 in. Spread 10-12 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil.
• Can be used as cut flower
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts Hummingbirds
Campanula Medium (Canterbury Bells)
Upright biennial with bell shaped flowers in white, pink, and blue. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-36 in. Spread 12 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates clay soil, sandy soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
13 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Catananche Caerulea (Cupid’s Dart)
Upright perennial with lavender flowers with dark centers. Blooms summer to fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer*
Catananche Caerulea (Cupid’s Dart) ‘Amor White
Upright perennial with white flowers with purple centers. Blooms mid-summer to early fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer*
Chrysanthemum Coccineum (Pyrethrum Daisy)
Upright perennial with masses of daisy-like flowers in shades of red and pink and scenter foliage. Blooms summer – fall starting in the second year
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
14 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Clematis Panticulata (Sweet Autumn Clematis)
Climbing perennial vine which fills with fragrant, creamy-white flower clusters. Great for arbors, pergolas, fences, and trellises. Blooms late summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 10-20 ft.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates clay soil, sandy soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Clematis, Alaina
Climbing, profusely flowering perennial vine. Great for fences and trellises. Blooms early summer. Reblooms in late summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 4-5 ft.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates clay soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies, pollinators
Clematis, Nubia
Climbing, profusely flowering perennial vine. Great for fences, and trellises. Blooms early summer. Reblooms in late summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 3-5 ft.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates clay soil
• Resistant to deer* Attracts butterflies, pollinators
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
15 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Cleome Hassleriana (Spider Flower) Rose Queen
Upright annual often treated as a perennial as it self-seeds readily. It has dramatic rose-pink flower clusters on scented foliage. Blooms late summer to fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-5 ft. Spread 1-2 ft.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Coreopsis Grandiflora (Tickseed) Early Sunrise
Upright perennial with deep yellow flowers. Blooms beginning all summer beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 10-24 in. Spread 10-24 in.
• Prefers moist soil, but well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, rocky soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
• Remove spent flowers to promote new bloom
Coreopsis Verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) Moonbeam
Upright perennial with creamy yellow flowers. Blooms 3-4 months beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 15-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, rocky soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
• Remove spent flowers
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
16 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Coreopsis Verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) Zagreb
Upright perennial with bright yellow flowers. Blooms 3-4 months beginning in early summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 15-18 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, rocky soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
• Remove spent flowers
Delphinium (Larkspur) Magic Fountain Mix
Upright perennial with spectacular flower spikes in lavender, white and blue. Blooms for 1-2 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 20-24 in.
• Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Delphinium (Larkspur) Magic Fountain Cherry Blossom
Upright perennial with spectacular rose/mauve flower spikes. Blooms 1-2 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 2-3 ft. Spread up to 2 ft.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
• Remove spent flowers
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
17 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Dianthus Barbatus (Sweet William)
Upright perennial with fragrant flowers in a mix of colors. An old-fashioned garden favorite. Easily grown. Often re-seeds.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 10-12 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Dianthus Deltoides Siberian Blue
Rapidly growing spreading perennial with fragrant, blue flowers and attractive mat-like foliage. Easily grown. Great in rock gardens. Blooms 1-2 months beginning in May.
• Best in sun
• Height 6-12 in. Spread 6-12 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Drought tolerant
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Dianthus Deltoides (Maiden Pinks) Zing Rose
Rapidly growing spreading perennial with fragrant rose red flowers and attractive evergreen mat-like foliage. Great in rock gardens. Blooms for 1-2 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 6-8 in. Spread 6-12 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
18 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Dianthus Gratianopolitanus Firewitch (Cheddar Pinks)
Spreading perennial with fragrant pink flowers. Great in rock gardens. Blooms for 3 weeks beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 6-8 in. Spread 8-10 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Dianthus Plumarius (Pinks) Rockin’ Rose
Mounding perennial with fragrant lavender flowers. Great in rock gardens. Blooms for 3 weeks beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 16-20 in. Spread up to 16 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Dicentra Spectabilis (Bleeding Heart)
Upright perennial with rose and white flowers and feathery foliage. An old-fashioned cottage garden favorite. Blooms for 4-6 weeks beginning in April.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 18-30 in. Spread 28-30 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
19 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Dicentra Spectabilis Alba (Bleeding Heart)
Upright perennial with rose and white flowers and feathery foliage. An old-fashioned cottage garden favorite. Blooms for 4-6 weeks beginning in May.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 18-36 in. Spread 24-36 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits
• Attracts butterflies
Digitalis Purpurea (Dalmation Foxglove) Mix
Upright perennial with flower spines in a mix of colors. Blooms for 4-6 weeks beginning in early summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 3-5 ft. Spread 1-2 ft.lk
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Echinacea Hybrida (Coneflower) Cheyenne Spirit
Upright perennial with showy, multicolored daisy-like flowers. Naturalized well. Blooms June to August.
• Height 24-30 in. Spacing 15-18 in.
• Sun to part shade
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, rocky soil
• Excellent cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
• Remove spent blooms
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
20 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Echinacea Purpurea (Coneflower) Magnus
Upright perennial with bright purple flowers. Blooms for 2-3 months beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 2-3 ft. Spread 1-2 ft.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, rocky soil
• Great cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
• Remove spent blooms
Echinacea Purpura (Coneflower) Sombrero Sangrita
Upright perennial with large daisy-like orange-red flowers. Naturalizes well. Blooms for 2-3 months beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 20-24 in. Spread 20-24 in.
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, sandy soil
• Great cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
• Remove spent blooms
Echinacea Purpurea (Coneflower) White Swan
Upright perennial with showy, scented pure white flowers. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Sun to part sun
• Height 2-3 ft. Spread 1-2 ft.
• Tolerates drought, heat, clay soil, rocky soil
• Great cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
• Remove spent blooms
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
21 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Eryngium Planum (Sea Holly)
Rapidly growing, unique perennial with steel blue flowers. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in July.
• Sun to part sun
• Height up to 3 ft. Spread 2-3 ft.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Fern – Athyrium Filix-Foemina (Lady Fern)
Upright broadleaf perennial fern with green fronds. Great in woodland garden. Great background plant for semi-shady areas.
• Prefers part shade
• Height 2-3 ft.
• Prefers moist, acidic soil
• Tolerates clay soil, wet soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
Fern – Athyrium Niponicum Pictum (Japanese Painted Fern)
Slow growing upright broadleaf perennial fern with delicate silver variegated fronds on reddish stems. Great in woodland garden or streamside.
• Needs shade
• Height 12-15 in.
• Prefers moist soil
• Tolerates clay soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
22 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Fern – Matteuccia Struthiopteris (Ostrich Fern)
Upright broadleaf perennial fern with attractive fronds. Native to boggy areas. Spreads somewhat rapidly.
• Prefers part shade
• Height 4-6 ft.
• Prefers moist, acidic soil
• Tolerates clay soil, wet soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
Gallardia (Blanket Flower)
Upright perennial with red and yellow flowers. Dependable, hearty and prolific plant. Blooms for 3 months beginning in May.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought and salt
• Good, showy cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
• Remove spent flowers
Gaillardia Grandiflora Arizona Sun
Compact upright perennial with deep red and yellow flowers. Blooms June-September.
• Best in sun
• Height 8-12 in. Spread 8-12 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought and salt
• Good, showy cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
• Remove spent flowers
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
23 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Gaillardia Grandiflora Mesa Red
Upright, bushy perennial with vivid red flowers. Prolific bloomer. Blooms June-September.
• Best in sun
• Height 14-16 in. Spread 20-22 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought and salt
• Good, showy cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
• Remove spent flowers
Geranium Sanguineum (Cranesbill) Elke
Spreading perennial with pink flowers with white centers. Hardy and reliable. Great in rock gardens, in the front of a bed, or as a groundcover. Blooms for 3-4 months beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 9-12 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Geranium Sanguinum Album
Spreading perennial with white flowers. Hardy and reliable. Great in rock gardens, in the front of a bed, or as a groundcover. Blooms until frost.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 12-14 in. Spread 15-19 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates heat, drought, clay soil
• Resistant to de, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
24 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Geranium Ibericum (Cranesbill) Johnson’s Blue
Spreading perennial with bright blue flowers. Hardy and reliable. Great in rock gardens, in the front of a bed, or as a groundcover. Blooms for 3-4 months beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 20-24 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought once established
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Grass, Andropogon Red October (Big Bluestem)
Upright perennial broadleaf grass with panicles of green/purple when in bloom. Great red fall color! Blooms late summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 2-3 ft.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
Grass, Calamagrostis Acutiflora Karl Foerster (Feather Reed Grass)
Upright broadleaf perennial grass with blooms that open green, turn burgundy read, then fade to gold. Good fall color.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 5-7 ft. Spread 1-2 ft.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, wet soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
25 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Grass, Calamagrostis Acutiflora Overdam (Feather Reed Grass)
Upright evergreen broadleaf grass with yellow spike flowers. Bold accent plant. Golden fall color. Blooms in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 4-5 ft.
• Prefers acidic soil
• Tolerates drought, wet soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds
Grass, Carex Glauca (Blue Sedge Grass)
Spreading evergreen broadleaf grass with fine, arching leaves of grey blue. Excellent ground cover.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 6-8 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, wet soil, light foot traffic
• Resistant to deer*
Grass, Deschampsia Golden Dew (Tufted Hair Grass)
Fine-textured perennial grass with airy golden flowers and large, feathery seed heads. Provides great texture and winter interest. Blooms spring to summer.
• Sun to light shade
• Height up to 24 in. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Attracts birds
• Resistant to deer*
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
26 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Grass, Deschampsia Flexuosa (Crinkled Hair Grass)
Perennial grass with yellow-green stems topped by feathery bronze panicles when in bloom. A great choice for adding height and structure to a garden. Blooms spring to summer.
• Sun to light shade
• Height up to 30 in. Spacing 24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soils, sandy soils
• Attracts birds
Grass, Elymus Glaucus (Wild Rye)
Fast growing, spreading perennial grass. Very tolerant of soil conditions. Does well in containers.
• Best in sun
• Height 2-3 ft.
• Tolerates drought, poor soil
• Attracts butterflies
Grass, Festuca Ovina Elijah Blue (Blue Fescue)
Upright mounding perennial grass with silver-blue color that hold up well all summer. Does well in containers. Attractive groundcover.
• Best in sun
• Height 10-12 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil
• Resistant to deer*
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
27 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Grass, Miscanthus Purpurascens (Autumn Flame Grass)
Upright evergreen broadleaf perennial with silver panicles and a brilliant red-orange fall color. Great for winter interest as well. Blooms in fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-5 ft.
• Tolerates drought, Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
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Grass, Miscanthus Sinensis Silberfeder (Silver Feather Grass)
Upright evergreen broadleaf perennial with graceful green foliage and silvery white flowers. Good fall color and winter interest. Large size makes it ideal for screens or hedges. Blooms late summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 6-9 ft.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits
• Attracts birds
Grass, Panicum Virgatum Hot Rod (Switch Grass)
Upright perennial grass with blue green blades that turn deep maroon in fall. Excellent fall color!
• Best in sun
• Height 3-4 ft.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, salt
• Resistant to deer
• Attracts birds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
28 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Grass, Panicum Virgatum Heavy Metal (Switch Grass)
Upright perennial grass with attractive, blue-gray foliage with red highlights and tan flowering sprays in late summer. Red coloring darkens in fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-4 ft.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, salt
• Resistant to deer
• Attracts birds
Grass, Panicum Virgatum Ruby Ribbons (Switch Grass)
Upright evergreen broadleaf perennial grass with strong vertical clumps of long narrow foliage that turns burgundy red in the fall. Buff brown flowers develop in fall. Great fall color!
• Best in sun
• Height 3-5 ft.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin
Grass, Pennisetum Alopecuroides Hameln (Dwarf Fountain Grass)
Upright deciduous broadleaf perennial with dark green, arching leaves in neat clumps. Rosy-pink flower bloom in fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 1-2 ft.
• Tolerates drought, wet soil
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin
• Attracts birds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
29 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Grass, Phalaris Arundinacea Picta (Strawberries and Cream Ribbon Grass)
Fast growing, upright deciduous broadleaf perennial with variegated, bright green and white leaves. Spreads easily. Great choice for rain garden. White to pink flowers bloom in early June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 2-3 ft.
• Tolerates drought, wet soil
• Resists Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin
• Cut back to 6 in. mid-summer
Grass, Phalaris Picta (Bebb’s Sedge)
Clump forming perennial grass with delicate cascading foliage
• Best in sun
• Height to 36 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil
Grass, Phalaris Arundinacea Picta Strawberries and Cream (Tri-color Ribbon Grass)
Spreading upright perennial grass with variegated white and green leaves that turn blush pink in spring and fall. Blooms in summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-27 in. Spread 35-47 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
30 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Schizachyium Pairie Blue (Little Bluestem)
Upright perennial grass with purple-blue leaves and silvery brown flowers in late summer. Great for rock gardens, prairie plantings or cottage gardens.
• Best in sun
• Height 2-4 ft.
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, poor soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
• Native to Wisconsin
Grass, Spartina Pectinata Aureomargina (Variegated Cord Grass)
Fast growing spreading deciduous broadleaf perennial with yellow and green variegated leaves. Good for wet areas and rain gardens.
• Best in sun
• Height 4-5 ft.
• Tolerates drought, poor soil, wet soil
• Good cut flower
Helianthus Tuberosus (Jerusalem Artichoke)
Tall, showy perennial in the sunflower family. It has bright yellow flowers on strong stems. Blooms August-September.
• Best in sun
• Height 6-10 ft. Spread 3-5 ft.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, sandy soil, rocky soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
31 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Catherine Woodbury
Upright perennial with pink trumpet flowers with a yellow center. Great for beds, borders and planted alongside shrubs in foundation plantings. Blooms July-August.
• Full to part sun
• Height 24-30 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soils
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Chicago Apache
Upright perennial with red trumpet flowers with a yellow/green center. Great for beds, borders and planted alongside shrubs in foundation plantings. Blooms July-August.
• Full to part sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 18-24
• Prefers moist, well-drained soils
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Frans Hals
Upright perennial with 5-inch red/orange trumpet flowers. Great for beds, borders and planted alongside shrubs in foundation plantings. Blooms July-August.
• Full to part sun
• Height 2220-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soils
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
32 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Joan Senior
Upright perennial with creamy white flowers with a yellow center. Great for beds, borders and planted alongside shrubs in foundation plantings. Blooms July-August.
• Full to part sun
• Height 20-25 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soils
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Little Grapette
Upright perennial with rose-purple flowers with a yellow center. Great for beds, borders and planted alongside shrubs in foundation plantings. Blooms June-July.
• Full to part sun
• Height 10-12 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soils
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Roadside Orange
Upright perennial with fragrant orange flowers. Easily grown, dependable bloomer. Blooms 3-6 weeks beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-20 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soils
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
33 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Pink Wings
Upright perennial with 3-inch pink flowers. Blooms in summer. Rebloomer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 20-24 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Red Ribs
Upright perennial with red-orange and yellow flowers. Easily grown. Pest free. Blooms in summer. Rebloomer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 28-34 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Ruby Stella
Upright perennial with fragrant, 2.75-inch red flowers with ruffled edges. Easily grown, dependable bloomer. Blooms June-August. Rebloomer.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-20 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soils
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
34 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hemerocallis (Daylily) Stella D’ Orro
Upright perennial with fragrant, 2-3-inch yellow flowers with ruffled edges. Easily grown, dependable bloomer. Blooms June-August.
• Best in sun
• Height-20 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soils
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Black Taffeta
Mounding perennial with delicate pink flowers on tall slender stems, but mostly used for its striking foliage. It has glossy, blackish-purple ruffled leaves in a neat mound. Blooms in June.
• Full to part sun
• Height (foliage) 10-12 in. Spread 10-15 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Caramel
Mounding perennial with delicate pink flowers on tall slender stems, but mostly used for its striking foliage. It has caramel-colored leaves with burgundy undersides in a neat mound. Blooms in June.
• Full to part sun
• Height (foliage) 6-8 in. Spread 14-20 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt, heat, humidity, dry shady locations
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
35 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Citronelle
Mounding perennial with delicate cream flowers on tall slender stems, but mostly used for its striking foliage. It has citron-colored, ruffled leaves with silver undersides in a neat mound. Blooms in June.
• Full to part shade
• Height (foliage) 10-12 in. Spread 10-14 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt, sandy soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Kassandra
Mounding perennial with delicate white flowers on tall slender stems, but mostly used for its striking foliage. Leaves emerge in caramel tones, aging to pinkish oranges. Blooms in June.
• Full to part shade
• Height (foliage) 16-20 in. Spread 16-20 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Lime Rickey
Mounding perennial with delicate white flowers on tall slender stems, but mostly used for its striking foliage. It has lime green, ruffled leaves in a neat mound. Blooms in June.
• Full to part shade
• Height 8-18 in. Spread 14-18 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
36 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Marvelous Marble
Compact upright perennial with bronze-purple flowers on tall slender stems and ruffled, bronzy-red and green leaves. Blooms beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 8-18 in. Spread 12-14 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Melting Fire
Mounding perennial with delicate white flowers on tall slender stems, but mostly used for its striking foliage. It has heavily ruffled, red leaves that age to maroon. Blooms beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 8-18 in. Spread 12-14 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Midnight Rose
Mounding perennial with glowing red flowers on tall slender stems and ruffled, purple leaves with pink spots. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 12-24 in. Spread 12-20 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
37 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Palace Purple
Mounding perennial with delicate white flowers on tall slender stems, but mostly used for its striking foliage. It has ruffled, bronzy-purple leaves. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in May.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 12-16 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Pink
Spreading perennial with pink flowers on tall slender stems and ruffled, green leaves. Blooms 4-8 weeks beginning in late spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 8-18 in. Spread 12-14 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Heuchera (Coral Bells) Stainless Steel
Upright perennial with carmine red flowers on tall slender stems and steely-purple foliage. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in May.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 10-20 in. Spread 12-16 in.
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
38 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hibiscus Moscheutos Disco Belle Pink
Upright perennial with large, spectacular, pink and white flowers. Good for a screen or border or in a large container. Blooms 2-4 months beginning in mid-summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 4-6 ft.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates clay soil, sandy soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Hosta Albo Marginata
Spreading perennial with lavender flowers and silver-edged, dark green leaves. Blooms 3-5 weeks beginning in August.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 15-18 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil.
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta August Moon
Spreading perennial with large, yellow, rounded leaves. Easy to grow. Blooms in June.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 18-24in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates drought, salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
39 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hosta Big Daddy
Spreading perennial with fragrant purple flowers and large, blue leaves with best color when grown in shade. Easy to grow. Blooms in summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 24-30 in. Spread 24-36 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates heavy shade, salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Blue Ivory
Mounding perennial with fragrant purple flowers and blue leaves with wide creamy white outer edges. Great in traditional shade gardens or beneath shrubs. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in August.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 18-20 in. Spread 22-24 in.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates heavy shade, clay soil
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Dream Queen
Spreading perennial with lavender flowers and rounded blue-green leaves with creamy ivory centers. Blooms 3-5 weeks beginning in July.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 10-12 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
40 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hosta Elegans
Irregular perennial with large, showy bright green leaves and blue flowers. Blooms in summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 18-24in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta First Frost
Spreading perennial with white flowers and blue-green leaves with edges that emerge gold and fade to white as eh season progresses. Blooms in summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 16-24 in. Spread 18-24in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Fragrant Blue
Mounding perennial with pale lilac flowers and blue-green leaves. Easy to grow. Blooms 1-2 months beginning in July.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 18-24 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
41 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hosta Frances Williams
Spreading perennial with white flowers and strongly veined, heart shaped, blue-green leaves edged in greenish yellow. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in mid-summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 12-24 in. Spread 12-24in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Gold Standard
Spreading perennial with lavender flowers and small green twisted leaves. Easy to grow. Blooms 3-5 weeks beginning in July.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 12-24 in. Spread 12-18in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Golden Tiara
Spreading perennial with lilac-blue flowers and green, spear shaped leaves. Blooms 4-8 weeks beginning in August.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 12-15 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
42 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hosta Guacamole
Mounding perennial with white fragrant flowers and green leaves with chartreuse-gold streaks. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in August.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 16-18 in. Spread 24-26 in.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates salt
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Honeybells
Mounding perennial with fragrant lavender flowers and large, elongated, grass-green leaves. Easy to grow. Blooms 1-2 months beginning in July.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 24-30 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Inniswood
Spreading perennial with fragrant lavender flowers and chartreuse to gold leaves with a deep green edge. Easy to grow. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in August.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
43 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hosta Krossa Regal
Spreading perennial with fragrant lilac flowers and frosty blue leaves. Easy to grow. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 12-24 in. Spread 12-24in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Mouse Ears
Mounding perennial with pale lilac flowers and round blue-green leaves that curl at the ends and look like mouse ears. Easy to grow. Blooms 3-4 weeks beginning in mid-July.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 12-15 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Raspberry Sundae
Mounding perennial with fragrant deep lavender flowers and variegated leaves and deep burgundy stalks. Blooms for 6-8 weeks beginning in August.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 16-18 in. Spread 24-26 in.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
44 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hosta Royal Standard
Spreading perennial with fragrant white flowers and glossy green leaves. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in August.
• Part shade to shade
• Height to 18 in. Spread to 24 in.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Stained Glass
Spreading perennial with fragrant lavender flowers and bright golden-yellow leaves edged in green. Blooms in summer.
• Part shade to shade
• Height to 18 in. Spread to 24 in.
• Prefers good soil.
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Hosta Yellow Splash Rim
Upright perennial with lavender flowers and green leaves edged in yellow. Blooms 2-4 weeks beginning in early July.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 18-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil.
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
45 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Hosta Albomarginata (Variegated Common Hosta)
Spreading perennial with large, oblong, wavy green leaves and delicate flower spikes. Blooms beginning in July.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 15-18 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil.
• Tolerates salt
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Iris Pallida Variegata (Sweet Zebra Iris)
Upright perennial with fragrant bluish-purple flowers and variegated green and cream foliage. Blooms 3-5 weeks beginning in late May.
• Prefers sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spacing 15-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, salt
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
Iris Pseudacoris (Yellow Flag Iris)
Upright perennial showy yellow flowers and medium green foliage. Spreads rapidly. Blooms 3-5 weeks beginning in late May.
• Prefers sun
• Height 4-5 ft. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers moist soil
• Tolerates acidic soil, poorly drained, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
46 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Iris Siberica (Siberian Iris) Butter and Sugar
Upright perennial with fragrant white and yellow flowers. Blooms 3 weeks beginning in May.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 24-28 in. Spacing 20-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, wet soil, clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Iris Siberica (Siberian Iris) Caesar’s Brother
Upright perennial with fragrant violet flowers. May self sow. Blooms 3-6 weeks beginning in May.
• Sun to part shade
• Height to 36 in. Spacing to 24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Iris Siberica (Siberian Iris) Charming Billy
Upright perennial with fragrant violet flowers with touches f white and yellow. Blooms 3 weeks beginning in May.
• Sun to part shade
• Height to 36 in. Spacing to 24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
47 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Iris Siberica (Siberian Iris) Painted Woman
Upright perennial with rose-red and gold flowers with white centers. Blooms 3-6 weeks beginning in May.
• Sun to part shade
• Height to 36 in. Spacing to 24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Iris Siberica (Siberian Iris) Swans in Flight
Upright perennial with 5-inch white flowers and medium green foliage. Nice around water. May self sow. Blooms 3-6 weeks beginning in late May.
• Prefers sun
• Height 18-28 in. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, disease, deer*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Iris Siberica (Siberian Iris) Yellow Tail
Upright perennial with creamy yellow flowers and medium green foliage. Nice near water. May self sow. Blooms 3-6 weeks beginning in late May.
• Prefers sun
• Height 18-28 in. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to Juglan’s (black walnut) toxin, disease, deer*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
48 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Lamium Maculatum (Spotted Dead Nettle) Beacon Silver
Rapid spreading perennial with pink flowers and heart shaped silver leaves edged in green. Great as a groundcover in shady areas. Blooms 1-2 months beginning in early May.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 4-6 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
Lavandula Aungustifolia (English Lavender)
Upright perennial herb with fragrant light purple flowers. An old-fashioned favorite. Great in cottage or rock gardens. Blooms 3-4 weeks in mid-summer.
• Best in sun
• Height to 1-2 ft. Spread 1-2 ft.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, sandy soil, rocky soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies, pollinators
Lavendula Angustifolia Munstead (Lavender)
Compact mounding perennial herb with fragrant light purple flowers. A cottage herb garden favorite. Great in rock gardens and perennial borders. Blooms in early summer, may bloom again if cut back after first bloom.
• Best in sun
• Height to 12 in. Spread to 12 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil.
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, sandy soil, rocky soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies, pollinators
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
49 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Leucanthemum Superbum (Shasta Daisy) Alaska
Upright perennial with white petaled, 3 to 4-inch flowers that have a yellow center. Very dependable plant. Blooms for 6-8 weeks beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-30 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Liatris Scariosa (Gayfeather, Blazing Star) White Spire
Upright perennial with fragrant white flower spikes which open from the top down. Great in beds and low borders. Avoid wet areas. Blooms for 4-8 weeks beginning in August.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, heat, sandy soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Liatris Spicata Kabold (Gayfeather, Blazing Star)
Upright perennial with rosy-lavender flower spikes with open from the top down. Great in beds and low borders. Avoid wet areas. Blooms for 3-4 months beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil
• Good cut or dried flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
50 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Liqularia (Leopard Plant) Little Rocket
Upright perennial with bright yellow flower spires above attractive leaves. Nice in water setting. Blooms for 4-8 weeks beginning in early summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 2-4 ft. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers good, moist soil
• Tolerates wet soil, clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Attracts butterflies
Lilium Asiaticum (Lily) Hot Spot Pink
Rapidly growing upright perennial with fragrant pink and burgundy flowers. Very hardy. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-60 in. Spacing 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates sandy soil, acidic soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Lilium Asiaticum (Lily) Orange
Rapidly growing upright perennial with fragrant orange flowers. Very hardy. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-60 in. Spacing 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates sandy soil, acidic soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
51 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Lilium Asiaticum (Lily) Pink
Rapidly growing upright perennial with fragrant pink flowers. Very hardy. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-60 in. Spacing 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates sandy soil, acidic soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Lilium Asiaticum (Lily) Red
Rapidly growing upright perennial with fragrant red flowers. Very hardy. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-60 in. Spacing 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates sandy soil, acidic soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Lilium Asiaticum (Lily) White
Rapidly growing upright perennial with fragrant white flowers. Very hardy. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-60 in. Spacing 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates sandy soil, acidic soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
52 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Lilium Asiaticum (Lily) Yellow
Rapidly growing upright perennial with fragrant yellow flowers. Very hardy. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-60 in. Spacing 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates sandy soil, acidic soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Lilium Orientalis (Lily) Stargazer
Rapidly growing upright perennial with spectacular rose-red and white flowers with yellow stamens. Very hardy, vigorous and disease free. Blooms 1-2 months beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-60 in. Spacing 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates sandy soil, acidic soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Lobelia Cardinalis (Cardinal Flower) Rose
Upright perennial with brilliant rose-red flowers. Blooms for 2-3 months beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 2-3 ft.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Tolerates wet soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
53 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Lobelia Speciosa (Cardinal Flower) Fan Scarlet
Upright perennial with brilliant red flowers. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 2-3 ft. Spacing 10-12 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Lobelia Speciosa (Cardinal Flower) Starship Rose Deep
Upright perennial with hot pink flowers. Blooms summer to late summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 20-24 in. Spacing 8-12 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates wet soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Lupinus (Lupine) Russell Mix
Upright perennial fragrant flower spikes in a mix of colors. Spectacular in bloom! Best on cool weather conditions. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 2-3 ft. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
54 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Malva Sylvestris (Hollyhock Malva, Zebra Mallow) Zebrina
Upright perennial with white and purple flowers. Great for cottage gardens or the backs of borders. Will self-seed. Virtually pest and disease free. Blooms beginning in June.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 3-4 ft. Spacing 12-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Monarda (Bee Balm) Bee You Bee Free
Rapidly growing upright perennial with purplish-pink flowers. Easy to grow. Naturalizes well. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 2-3 ft. Spacing 10-12 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Monarda (Bee Balm) Mix Red Shades
Rapidly growing upright perennial with fragrant burgundy flowers. Easy to grow. Naturalizes well. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 30-36 in. Spacing 2-3 ft.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
55 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Nepeta (Catmint) Junior Walker
Compact spreading perennial with lavender-blue flowers. Easy to grow. Blooms 3-4 months beginning in May.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-18 in. Spacing 12-24 in.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates drought, rocky soil
• Resistant to rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Oenothera Stubbei (Pink Evening Primrose)
Spreading perennial with pink flowers. Easy to grow. Blooms beginning in summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 6-8 in. Spacing 12-24 in.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates drought
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds
Pachysandra Terminalis (Japanese Carpet Spurge)
Spreading perennial with white flowers. Excellent groundcover for shady areas or on banks and slopes for erosion control. Blooms in spring
• Part shade to shade
• Height 6-8 in. Spacing 18-20 in.
• Prefers good, moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
56 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Paeonia Hybrida (Peony) Bartzella
Upright perennial with large, luminous yellow semi to fully double flowers with a delightful fragrance. Sturdy stems do not need staking. Blooms 3-4 weeks beginning in late spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 24-36 in. Spread 24-36 in.
• Prefers neutral, well-drained soil
• Great cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Paeonia Hybrida (Peony) Julia Rose
Upright perennial with large, single to semi-double blossoms that change color over time, from cherry red to orange then apricot. Saturday stems usually do not require staking. Blooms 2-4 weeks beginning in late spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 24-36 in. Spread 24-36 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Great cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Paeonia Lactiflora (Peony) Coral Sunset
Upright perennial with fragrant coral flowers. Blooms 2-4 week beginning in late spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 24-36 in. Spread 24-36 in.
• Prefers neutral, well-drained soil
• Great cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
57 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Paeonia Lactiflora (Peony) Sarah Bernhardt
Upright perennial with large, fragrant, double rose-pink flowers. Blooms 2-4 weeks beginning in early summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-36 in. Spread 30-36 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Great cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Paeonia Lactiflora (Peony) Shirley Temple
Upright perennial with fragrant, blush-pink 8” flowers that fade to ivory as they age. Blooms beginning in late spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 30-36 in. Spread 30-36 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Great cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Papaver Orientale (Oriental Poppy)
Upright perennial with 4-6” flowers in a variety of colors. Blooms 3-5 weeks beginning in May. Dormancy follows bloom.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 24-48 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
58 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Penstemon Digitalis (Beardtongue)
Upright perennial with white flowers. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-30 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil, dry soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Penstemon Hybrida (Beardtongue) Firebird
Upright perennial with white-throated crimson flowers on wine-red stems. Blooms mid-summer to fall.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-30 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers very well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil, dry soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Penstemon Digitalis (Beardtongue) Husker Red
Upright perennial with pinkish-white, bell-shaped flowers on wine-red stems and lovely bronze-red leaves. Blooms beginning in late spring.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-30 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers very well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil, dry soil, salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
59 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Penstemon Hartwegii (Beardtongue) Tubular Bells Wine Red
Upright perennial with red bell-shaped flowers with white throats. Blooms 3-4 months beginning in summer.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil, dry soil, salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Perovskia Atriplicifolia (Russian Sage)
Upright perennial with blueish spikes and silvery aromatic foliage. Blooms beginning in late summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 36-48 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil, dry soil, salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Phlox Paniculata (Garden Phlox) Bright Eyes
Upright perennial with fragrant clusters of pink flowers with red centers. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 15-18 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Tolerates clay soil
• Like other phlox, may be prone to powdery mildew
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
60 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Phlox Paniculata (Garden Phlox) Orange Perfection
Upright perennial with fragrant salmon-orange flower clusters. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 15-18 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Good cut flower
• Tolerates clay soil
• Like other phlox, may be prone to powdery mildew
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Phlox Paniculata (Garden Phlox) Red Riding Hood
Upright perennial with fragrant red flower clusters. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 15-18 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil, well-drained soil
• Good cut flower
• Tolerates clay soil
• Like other phlox, may be prone to powdery mildew
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
Phlox Sublata (Creeping Phlox) Candy Stripe
Spreading perennial with pink and white flowers. Great groundcover. Blooms 4-6 weeks beginning in spring.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-6 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, salt
• Shear after blooming for compact growth habit
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
61 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Phlox Sublata (Creeping Phlox) Emerald Blue
Spreading perennial with lavender-blue flowers. Great groundcover. Blooms 4-6 weeks beginning in spring.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-6 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, salt
• Shear after blooming for compact growth habit
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Phlox Sublata (Creeping Phlox) Emerald Pink
Spreading perennial with hot pink flowers. Great groundcover. Blooms 4-6 weeks beginning in spring.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-6 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, salt
• Shear after blooming for compact growth habit
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Phlox Sublata (Creeping Phlox) Scarlet Flame
Spreading perennial with rose-red flowers with dark centers. Great groundcover. Blooms 4-6 weeks beginning in spring.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-6 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, salt
• Shear after blooming for compact growth habit
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
62 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Phlox Sublata (Creeping Phlox) Snowflake
Spreading perennial with white flowers. Great groundcover. Blooms 4-6 weeks beginning in spring.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-6 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, salt
• Shear after blooming for compact growth habit
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Phlox Sublata (Creeping Phlox) Trot Pink
Spreading perennial with lilac-pink flowers. Great groundcover. Blooms 4-6 weeks beginning in spring.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-6 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, salt
• Shear after blooming for compact growth habit
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Physostegia Virginiana (Obedient Plant)
Rapidly growing upright perennial with pink and white snapdragon-like flowers on sturdy stems that need no staking. Blooms beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 24-48 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
63 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Platycodon (Balloon Flower)
Upright perennial with blue flowers. Buds resemble balloons before opening to a 5 petaled flower. Blooms beginning in July.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, hummingbirds, butterflies
• Also comes in pink and blue
Polemonium Caeruleum (Jacob’s Ladder)
Upright perennial with cup-shaped blue flowers standing above fern-like foliage. Blooms in spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Resistant to deer*
Polygonatum Cummutatum (Solomon’s Seal)
Upright perennial with finely divided, fern-like foliage and fragrant, greenish-white flowers on tall, arching stems. Blooms in May.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 3-4 ft. Spread 2-3 ft.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
64 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Polygonatum Odoratum Variegatum (Solomon’s Seal)
Upright perennial with finely divided, fern-like foliage with soft, creamy edges and fragrant, greenish-white flowers on tall, arching stems. Blooms in May.
• Part shade to shade
• Height 3-4 ft. Spread 2.-3 ft.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
Pumonaria (Lungwort) Raspberry Splash
Upright perennial with pink to blue flowers and silvery mottled foliage. Blooms in mid-spring.
• Best in part shade
• Height 6-8 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Pulmonaria Saccharata (Lungwort) Mrs. Moon
Upright perennial with pink to blue flowers and silvery mottled foliage. Blooms in mid-spring.
• Best in part shade
• Height 6-88-12 in. Spread 8-12 in.
• Prefers rich, moist soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
65 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Pyrethrum Daisy (Painted Daisy)
Upright perennial 3” daisy-like flowers in shades of red and pink. Cut back after first flowering to promote second bloom. Blooms beginning in early summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spacing 18-24 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, sandy soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Ratibida Columnifera (Prairie Coneflower)
Upright perennial wildflower with drooping yellow petals surrounding a brown center. Blooms in beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-26 in.
• Prefers dry neutral soil
• Tolerates drought
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
• Native
native
Rudbeckia Fulgida (Black Eyed Susan) Goldsturm
Upright perennial with golden yellow flowers. Great in a cottage garden, meadow or prairie setting. Blooms beginning in mid-summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spacing 12-15 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, rocky soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
66 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Rudbeckia Hirta (Gloriosa Daisy, Yellow Oxeye Daisy)
Upright perennial with golden and orange bicolored flowers. Great in a cottage garden, meadow or prairie setting. Blooms early summer to frost.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-36 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, butterflies
Rudbeckia Triloba (Brown Eyed Susan)
Rapidly growing upright perennial with golden yellow flowers. Great in an informal cottage garden, meadow or prairie setting. Blooms beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height 5-6 ft. Spacing to 3 ft.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, rocky soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Rue Graveolens (Common Rue)
Mounding perennial with small, yellow flowers. Nice for a sunny border. Blooms beginning in mid-summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-36 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, rocky soil
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
67 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Salvia Pratensis (Meadow Sage) Rosea
Upright perennial with rose-lavender flowers. Great accent plant to give structure to a sunny border. Blooms beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height to 18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought once established
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
• Remove spent flowers to encourage repeat bloom
Salvia Sylvestris (Meadow Sage) Blue Queen
Upright perennial with blueish-purple flowers. Great accent plant to give structure to a sunny border. Blooms beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 8-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought once established
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
• Remove spent flowers to encourage repeat bloom
Salvia (Meadow Sage) Rose Queen
Upright perennial with blueish-purple flowers. Great accent plant to give structure to a sunny border. Blooms beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 8-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought once established
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
68 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Sanguinaria Canadens (Bloodroot)
Spreading perennial wildflower with white blooms. Woodland shade plant. All parts of plant have red sap, hence the name Bloodroot. Great in woodland gardens or under shrubs. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in early summer.
• Needs shade
• Height 8-12 in. Spread 8-12 in.
• Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil
• Resistant to rabbits*
Scabiosa Columbaria (Pincushion Flower) Butterfly Blue
Upright perennial with lavender flowers. Easy to grow. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 16-18 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Scabiosa Japonica (Pincushion Flower) Blue Diamonds
Upright perennial with lavender flowers. Easy to grow. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
69 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Scabiosa Japonica (Pincushion Flower) Ritz Rose
Upright perennial with light pink flowers. Easy to grow. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 18-24 in. Spread 12-15 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Sedum Erythrostictum Variegated Frosty Morn
Upright deciduous succulent perennial with fragrant pink flowers and variegated foliage. Great in rock gardens. Easily grown. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in August.
• Best in sun
• Height to 24 in. Spread to 18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Sedum Spurium Tricolor
Compact, spreading perennial with pink flowers and variegated foliage. Great in rock gardens. Easily grown. Blooms 6-8 weeks beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height to 4 in. Spread to 12 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
70 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Sedum Spurium Voodoo
Compact, spreading perennial with burgundy flowers on green and red foliage which turns bronze in winter. Great in rock gardens. Easily grown. Blooms 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height to 4 in. Spread to 12 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Sedum Telephium Autumn Joy
Upright perennial with rose-pink flowers. Great interplanted with shrubs. Easily grown. Blooms beginning in late summer.
• Best in sun
• Height12-18 in. Spread 15-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Sedum Telephium Chocolate Cherry
Upright perennial with rose colored flowers with dark, glossy, purple-grey foliage with provides striking color contrast with other plants. Easily grown. Blooms beginning in late summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 12-18 in. Spread 15-18 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
71 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Sempervivium (Hens and Chicks)
Slow growing, spreading rosette shaped perennial with mostly pink flowers. Will form groups of rosettes. Great in rock gardens. Easily grown. Blooms in summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 1-4 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Smilacina (False Solomon’s Seal)
Upright spreading perennial with white flower clusters in late spring and clusters of red berries in fall. Easily grown. Naturalizes. Blooms beginning in late summer.
• Part shade-shade
• Height 12-24 in. Spread 10-18 in.
• Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Solidago Rugosa (Goldenrod) Fireworks
Upright perennial with fragrant golden-yellow on arching stems. Does not cause hay fever. Great late-season favorite of pollinators. Easily grown. Blooms beginning in late summer.
• Best in sun
• Height 24 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates drought, clay soil, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts birds, butterflies, pollinators
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
72 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Thymus Serpyllum (Creeping Thyme)
Rapidly growing spreading perennial herb with bright purple flowers. Great for between stepping stones. Blooms beginning in late spring.
• Best in sun
• Height 3-6 in.
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil, salt
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies
Tricyrtis (Toad Lily) Empress
Upright perennial with white flowers spotted with purple. Great for late-season color in shady areas. Blooms beginning in late summer.
• Part to full shade
• Height 24-30 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers moist soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to rabbits*
Tricyrtis (Toad Lily) Taipei Silk
Upright perennial with creamy-white flowers with lavender edges and purple spots. Great for late-season color in shady areas. Blooms beginning in late summer.
• Part to full shade
• Height 24-30 in. Spread 18-24 in.
• Prefers moist soil
• Tolerates heavy shade
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to rabbits*
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
73 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Verbena Hastata (Vervain) Blue
Upright, long blooming perennial with blue flowers. Blooms from May until frost.
• Best in sun
• Height 24-36 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers good soil
• Tolerates drought, wet soil
• Good cut flower
• Attracts butterflies, pollinators
Veronica Spicata (Speedwell) Red Fox
Upright perennial with rose-red flowers. Great in perennial borders and rock gardens. Blooms for 2-3 months beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height 15-28 in. Spread 12-18 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Veronica Subsessilis (Speedwell) Sunny Border Blue
Upright perennial with violet-blue flowers. Great in perennial borders and rock gardens. Blooms for 2-3 months beginning in July.
• Best in sun
• Height to 24 in. Spread to 24 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Most perennials are $4.95-6.95. Prices and availability are subject to change. Not all are available at all locations.
74 *Any statement of resistance to wildlife in a generalization, not a guarantee!
Veronica Teucrium (Speedwell) Royal Blue
Upright perennial with blue flowers. Great in perennial borders and rock gardens. Blooms for 6-8 weeks beginning in June.
• Best in sun
• Height to 16 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates salt
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Vinca Minor (Periwinkle) Darts Blue
Spreading perennial with blue flowers. Great evergreen groundcover. Blooms beginning in spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height 2-4 in. Spread 12-24 in.
• Prefers good, well-drained soil
• Tolerates drought, dry soil, rocky soil, salt
• Resistant to deer, rabbits*
• Attracts butterflies
Zizia Aptera (Golden Alexander)
Rapidly growing upright perennial with heart shaped leaves and golden yellow flower umbels. Great in prairie, meadow, or cottage gardens. Blooms 3-5 weeks beginning in late spring.
• Sun to part shade
• Height to 1-3 ft. Spread 1-2 ft.
• Tolerates clay soil, dry soil
• Good cut flower
• Resistant to deer*
• Attracts butterflies, pollinators