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Iberis sempervirens ‘Snowflake’ CandytuftCascading over a rock wall, at the front of the border, or in a rock garden, this popular evergreen dwarf has clusters of white flowers at 9–12” that appear from April to June. After flowering, it should be cut back to maintain the foliage and keep it compact. ‘Snowflake’ is an abundant bloomer with large green leaves and prefers well-drained alkaline soil. Plant 18” apart.

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Iris cristata Dwarf Crested IrisNative to the eastern United States, Iris cristata is a fast grower with creep-ing fleshy stems and fans of bright green strappy leaves. An excellent groundcover with charming blue-violet flowers carried above the foliage mid to late spring. Grows 6” tall. Plant rhizomes at ground level or higher in well-drained soil and partial shade. Plant 12” apart.

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Iris cristata ‘Eco Bluebird’Dwarf Crested IrisThis vigorous selection of the darling native dwarf crested Iris has lavender-blue flowers with orange crests and white throats surrounded by darker blue mar-gins. 6” tall foliage is more dense and vigorous than the species. Combine with Tiarella ‘Running Tapestry’ and Christmas Fern.Plant 12” apart.

Iris cristata ‘Powder Blue Giant’ Dwarf Crested IrisSporting 3” powder blue flowers with gold crested falls, this wonderful spring bloomer has a vigorous growth habit that makes it useful as a groundcover. Grows 6-8” tall. Lovely with other native selections such as Aquilegia ‘Corbett’, Chrysogonum virginianum and Phlox ‘May Breeze’.Plant 12” apart.

Iris cristata ‘Tennessee White’ Dwarf Crested IrisTake me back to good ole Rocky Top, home of this white form of the sweet Crested Iris. The 6-10” fan-like foliage spreads with enthusiasm and puts on a lengthy show of bright white flowers with pale yellow crests in late spring. Plant in dry shade or full sun with consistent moisture. Plant 12” apart.

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Iris ensata Dinner Plate™ ‘Blueberry Pie’Japanese IrisRemarkable blooms, 6” in diam-eter, are deep purple and blue with contrasting yellow centers. Flowers appear on 24-36” tall stems in early summer surrounded by upright sword-shaped vertical leaves. This fantastic cut flower grows in moist sites with full sun and prefers roots to be shaded by other perennials.Plant 18” apart.

Zones 5 - 9

Zones 5 - 9

Iris ensata ‘Moonlight Waves’Japanese IrisPond edges and moist borders welcome these glowing white blooms to soften bold colors or to compliment pale pinks and blues. Clumps of sword-shaped foliage prefer moist to wet soil during the growing season but are unlikely to survive emersion in water during the winter. Grows to 24-36” tall and blooms in late spring to early summer. Plant 18-24” apart.

Iris ensata ‘Variegata’ Variegated Japanese IrisStriking leaf blades at 30” have a creamy white edge and rich blue-violet 3-petal flowers in June and July. Worth growing just for the foliage, the flowers complement the bright, variegated foliage. Use with Peonies and Summer Phlox.Plant 18” apart

Zones 4 - 9

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Iris germanica ‘Immortality’Tall Bearded IrisA wonderful companion to long-blooming roses, ‘Immortality’ begins to bloom in late spring and will continue off and on into fall. Flowers with pure white ruffled petals and pale lemon-yellow beards bloom on 29” tall stems and have a very noticeable sweet fragrance. Remove spent flowers to encourage re-blooming. Plant 24” apart.

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Iris germanica ‘Champagne Elegance’Tall Bearded IrisThis bearded Iris puts on a stunning presentation of sophistication with copious blooms in June and a repeat bloom in late summer. Fragrant flowers have near-white standards and light apricot ruffled falls with 7-10 buds per stem. Grows 34” tall.Plant 24” apart.

Iris germanica ‘Feedback’Tall Bearded IrisExpect positive remarks from admirers of the intense violet-blue flowers with ruffled petals and yellow beards. Blossoms have a noticeably sweet fragrance, appearing in late spring and again in late summer. Strong stems to 36”. Will appreciate a little fertilizer after the first bloom.Plant 24” apart

Iris germanica ‘Rare Treat’Tall Bearded IrisThis Tall Bearded Iris is a…no don’t say it...special surprise. Pure white petals are edged with bluish-purple marks and top 34” tall stems in mid to late spring. Phew.Plant 24” apart.

Zones 3 - 9

Zones 3 - 9

Zones 3 - 9

Iris germanica ‘Harvest of Memories’German IrisBright yellow blooms with ruffled petals have a subtle sweet fragrance and appear in late spring, sometimes to be enjoyed again in late summer to fall. Grows to 36-38” tall. Tall bearded iris will not tolerate wet soils in winter and prefers moderate, well-drained moisture during the growing season.Plant 24” apart.

Iris germanica ‘Peggy Sue’German IrisLovely re-bloomer with soft pink standards and pale pink falls marked by reddish-pink beards. Fragrant blooms top 34” tall stems and sword-shaped foliage. Great cut flower!Plant 24” apart.

Iris germanica ‘Spartan’German Iris300 are not necessary to make a state-ment in the sunny border. One clump provides intense color from the velvety and ruffled deep red blooms. Grows to 35” tall and requires full sun and well-drained soil. German irises should be divided every 3-4 years to improve blooming performance. Plant 24” apart.Photo courtesy of Lancaster Farms

Iris germanica ‘Titan’s Glory’German IrisThe huge violet-purple blooms are an amazing 6” tall and 5” across and will command attention when planted in large groupings. 36” tall stems have 6-8 buds per stem. Long blooming in early May. Try with Aquilegia ‘Corbett’, Allium, Baptisia and Peonies. Plant 24” apart.

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Iris sibirica ‘Caesar’s Brother’Siberian IrisDeep blue-violet is simply gorgeous on this most rugged and easy-to-grow 36” beardless Siberian Iris. It flowers in June, has deep roots making it somewhat drought-resistant, and is great for holding a steep bank in place. As each clump becomes bigger over time, weeds are literally crowded out. It will easily tolerate a bit of shade in the heat of summer. Plant 18” apart.

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Iris sibirica ‘Silver Edge’Siberian IrisFrom early to mid-summer the silver-edged light blue to dark blue flowers are accented with yellow and white blazes on the falls. After blooming, the 20” tall erect bluish-green grassy leaves are a graceful garden accent shimmer-ing in the breeze. Try with Alchemilla mollis, Geranium ‘Rozanne’ and Phlox ‘Daughter of Pearl. Plant 18” apart.

Iris sibirica ‘Snow Queen’Siberian IrisPure white characterizes this 30” beardless Siberian Iris. Relatively pest-free and easy to grow, the June flowers are medium-sized about 18” above the slender green leaves. Performs best in rich, moist soil, but will tolerate dry soil and part shade. Try with Aquilegia ‘Little Lanterns’, Achillea ‘Moonshine’ and Dianthus Rockin’™ Red.Plant 18” apart.

Iris versicolorBlue Flag Iris or Wild IrisNative Iris versicolor prefers moist soils and is perfect for water’s edge. Bluish-purple flowers appear in May–June on 24–30” tall stems. Tolerates part shade and is adaptable to many climates. Use with other moisture lov-ing native perennials such as Lobelia cardinalis and Senecio aureus.Plant 18” apart.

Kalimeris incisa ‘Blue Star’False AsterAster-like blooms appear earlier in sum-mer than Asters and continue for many weeks.The flowers are pale blue and appear in profusion on compact 18” tall foliage in June. A mid-summer trim will encourage continuous blooms into late summer. Kalimeris loves heat and humidity and is drought tolerant once established. Prefers well-drained soil in full sun. Plant 18” apart

Zones 5 - 9

Isotoma fluviatilis Blue Star CreeperAdorable sky blue star shaped flowers bloom from late spring through summer. The medium green rounded leaves form a dense 2-3” mat and will creep between stepping stones or along a garden path. Tolerant of heavy foot traffic and a variety of moisture levels and soil types, it is ideal for use as a small area lawn replacement or planted around spring bulbs. Plant 10” apart.

Zones 5 - 9

Iris versicolor ‘Purple Flame’ Blue FlagThe sword-shaped leaves of this early spring phenomenon emerge dark plum-purple and catch the eye of early season plant hunters. Gradually the leaves change to green and are followed by a good show of blue flowers in late spring. Plant along pond or stream edges or in consistently moist garden sites for best leaf color. Grows 2-3’ tall. Brought to us by the magical gardens of Mt. Cuba and our friends at North Creek Nurseries, Inc. Plant 24” apart.

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Kniphofia uvaria‘Flamenco’ Red Hot Poker, Torch LilyThis old garden favorite will that will brighten up a cloudy day! ‘Flamenco’ mixes up red, orange, and yellow flower spikes that reach 30-36” in sum-mer. Green sword shaped foliage grows to 24” and is semi-evergreen. Plant in well drained soil, with absolutely no wet feet and cut back foliage to 3” in spring. Plant 18” apart.


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Lamiastrum galeobdolon ‘Herman’s Pride’Yellow ArchangelThe small green leaves with striking silver variegation form tidy mounds at 15–18”, which spread evenly in the high shade, and dryish soil it likes best. A dependable ground cover where little else will grow; the small yellow flowers are a bonus in May. A nice alternative to the Lamiums. Plant 18” apart.

Zones 4 - 9

Lamium maculatum ‘Beacon Silver’Dead Nettle An especially good ground cover for shady areas under trees, ‘Beacon Silver’ seems to prefer a bit more shade than our other varieties. The metallic silver leaves are edged in green at 8”, the pink flowers are a bright contrast in April–July, and to top it off, the foliage turns a bit bronze as our weather cools in fall. Plant 18” apart.

Lamium maculatum ‘Red Nancy’Dead NettleShiny foliage at 8-10” with leaves of silver edged with green brighten up the shady garden. ‘Red Nancy’ sports very rosy pink flowers from April to July that contrast nicely with the shiny foliage. Lamium thrives in dry shade sites and is adaptable to a wide range of light conditions. An excellent ground cover choice for planting under shade trees or and to fill in large areas quickly. Plant 18” apart.

Lamium maculatum ‘Shell Pink’Dead Nettle The popularity of this hardy ground cover is understandable when you consider that it tolerates poor soils, spreads rapidly, thrives in dry shade sites, handles a range of light conditions, and has lovely green and white variegated foliage that shines in shady areas under trees. ‘Shell Pink’ has soft pink flowers close above the 8” foliage from April to July. Plant 18” apart.

Lamium maculatum ‘White Nancy’Dead NettleVigorous in its spreading habit, ‘White Nancy’ has green-edged silver leaves with white flower clusters close to the 8” leaves from April to July. In the shade or semi-shade, its luminous leaves look cool and peaceful on a hot summer day. An excellent ground cover choice for planting under shade trees or and to fill in large areas quickly.Plant 18” apart.

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Lavandula angustifoia ‘Hidcote’English LavenderNative to the western Mediterranean region, ‘Hidcote’ is a compact mounded form that grows 12-20” and produces deep violet blue flower spikes July through August. The silvery-gray leaves are very fragrant and are useful, along with the flowers, in potpourris and sachets. Avoid wet feet!Plant 18 - 24” apart.

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Lamium maculatum ‘Purple Dragon’ Dead Nettle‘Purple Dragon’ is an excellent performer in shade with deep purple flower clusters that are a bit more robust than other La-mium. Silver leaves with green margins are topped with the purple blooms in spring and sporadically in late summer to fall. Grows 4-8” tall.Plant 18” apart.

Zones 4 - 9

Zones 4 - 9

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’English LavenderA wonderful summer bloomer with light lavender-blue flowers and fragrant gray green foliage that is compact at 12-18”. English lavender is also grown for its oils that are used in perfumes and the foliage that is used in potpourris and sachets. ‘Munstead’ was named for Munstead Woods in England where it was grown by British garden designer Gertrude Jekyll. Plant 12” apart.

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Lavandula x intermedia ‘Grosso’Fat-Spiked Lavender‘Grosso’ seems to bloom forever; the fat, dark violet long spikes appear in June and July. Notorious for its extreme fragrance, prolific blooming, and butterfly attraction, it has long been cultivated in Europe for its essential oil. Grows 24 to 36” tall and is excellent in the herb or flower garden. The silvery gray foliage is also delightfully fragrant. Plant 18” apart.

Lavandula x intermedia ‘Provence’Lavender ‘Provence’ is a “mid-season blooming” Lavender with fragrant, dark violet flower spikes and silver-gray, globular, bushy foliage. It flowers June - August to a height of 24–30”. On summer days, it has heady fragrances that fill the air. Combine with Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’, Dianthus ‘Firewitch’, and Santolina. Plant 18” apart.

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Lavandula x intermedia ‘Phenomenal’ LavenderFrom Lloyd Traven of Peace Tree Farm this exceptional lavender has dense foliage and a uniform growth habit, root and foliage disease resistance, and a bit more moisture tolerance than other selections. Fragrant silver foliage grows to 24-32” tall with lavender-blue flower spikes from late spring through summer. Good winter hardiness. PP#24193 Plant 24” apart.

Leptinella x ‘Platt’s Black’Brass ButtonsThe miniature leaves of dark bronze and green have a fern-like appearance and form a mat soft enough for a fairy to nap on. At only 2” in height the tiny foliage is ideal for filling in cracks and crevices, or planting between stones or in the rock garden. Petite yellow flowers are produced in spring. Provide afternoon shade and average moisture.Plant 12” apart.

Zones 6 - 9

Leucanthemum x ‘Becky’Shasta DaisyPerennial Plant of the Year 2003Big, strong, familiar white daisies with the yellow center bloom for many weeks during July and August up to 36”. Shiny green leaves complement the flowers that never need staking. While average well-drained soil is fine, remember that good winter drainage is also important. It’s hard to think of a happier bloom in your mid-summer fresh-cut arrangements, or nodding in a sunny border. Plant 18” apart.

Zones 5 - 9

Leucanthemum x superbum ‘Darling Daisy’Dwarf Shasta DaisyLong-blooming ‘Darling Daisy’ offers classic white shastas on compact 12-16” tall foliage that does not require staking. Blooms continue from spring to fall with routine deadheading. Perfect for border edging or in containers with Coreopsis, Salvia and Gaillardia. Plant 12” apart.Photo Courtesy of GreenFuse

Leucanthemum x Double Angel Daisy®Dwarf Shasta DaisyTry this for the frill of it! Fully double white flowers have drooping rays and frilly central petals surrounding a yellow center. Spring to summer blooms sit right on top of the 15-18” tall foliage and do not require staking. Deadheading keeps plants fresh and encourages new blooms. Plant 18” apart. Photo Courtesy of GreenFuse


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Lavandula x intermedia Sensational! ® LavenderLavandula Sensational!® is the latest lavender from Peace Tree Farm with excellent cold and heat/humidity toler-ance and a wide geographic bloom range. Sensational!® has incredibly large, thick dark lavender-blue flowers. Flowers and stems have a sweet floral scent with low camphor. Broad leaved, thick and tough silver foliage is dense with excellent branching and grows 24-30” tall. Plant 30-36” apart. Photo courtesy of Peace Tree Farm. New

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Leucanthemum x Western Star Leo™Dwarf Shasta DaisyThe pretty Shasta daisy with its pure white petals surrounding a thick yellow center can be enjoyed all summer on this compact 12-18” tall variety (as long as Lad doesn’t eat them). The dense foliage has lance-shaped dark green leaves and is very well-branched. Regular dead-heading keeps plants tidy and blooms coming back.Plant 18” apart.

Zones 5 - 9

Liatris spicata ‘Floristan White’White Gay FeatherSome of the many virtues of this native will surely fit your requirements. This is the white version with numerous tall spikes 24–30” that open their flowers from the top down in July and August. It thrives in most any type of soil, handles drought, is a butterfly magnet, and is beautiful in the border or by the waterside. Foliage has deep shiny green grass-like leaves. Plant 24” apart.

Zones 5 - 9

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Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’Purple Gay FeatherImagine the rosy purple spikes of this Liatris grouped in the border. All the characteristics apply that we described for ‘Floristan White’, but in a striking purple that combines beautifully with oranges and strong blues. Grows 24-30” tall. Maintenance free and a butterfly magnet, it never needs dividing. Just cut back. Plant 24” apart.

Ligularia dentata ‘Desdemona’LigulariaLeaves and flowers are both remarkable on this big, handsome plant for waterside or moist border. The large leaves are bronzy-green on the top and purple underneath. Orange-yellow daisy-like flowers in August can be nearly 3” across with brown centers. The branching stems grow to 3’ and are sturdy enough not to need staking. Prefers part shade to do its best. Plant 18” apart.Zones 4 - 9

Ligularia stenocephala ‘The Rocket’LigulariaGive this specimen plant some room and part shade. It will grow to 4’ or so with its long spikes of deep yellow flowers in late June. It has lots of large green triangular leaves with coarse jagged edges and stiff flower stems. Very effective near a stream or at the edge of a woodland. Plant 18” apart.

Zones 5 - 9

Leucanthemum x superbum Realflor® ‘Real Charmer’Shasta DaisyThis shasta daisy will no doubt be a real charmer from the retail bench to the sunny border with its blooms of creamy white and lemon yellow frilly petals. Deadhead to keep plants tidy and en-courage continuous flowering. Grows 22” tall. PP27687Plant 18” apart.

Leucanthemum x superbum ‘Madonna’Dwarf Shasta DaisyA new introduction for 2020, this seed variety has a uniform habit and a very strong bloom performance. Pure white flowers with yellow centers are produced on top of fading flowers from summer to fall. Dark green foliage grows 10-12” tall, our shortest variety offered. A perfect companion to so many summer blooming perennials. Plant 15” apart.

Zones 5 - 9

Ligularia dentata ‘Pandora’Ligularia / Dwarf Golden RayDark purple glossy leaves in spring and early summer are smaller and the foliage is more compact than ‘Desdemona’ al-lowing it to fit in tight spaces or contain-ers. The 12-14” tall foliage ages to dark olive-green by mid-summer and compli-ments Japanese Painted Ferns, Hosta and Carex. Golden yellow flowers appear in mid-summer. PPAFPlant 15” apart.

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Lilium Lily Looks™ SeriesDwarf Asiatic Hardy LilyBursting with color in early to mid-summer, these compact lilies are offered in many bold and beauti-ful colors with very high bud counts and are perfect for the front of the border, rock garden and contain-ers or as a cut flower.

‘Tiny Bee’ blooms bright yellow with black spots near the center of the flower. Grows 12-14” tall and has 5-7 buds per stem.

‘Tiny Comfort’ has dark red flowers have 5-7 buds per stem. Grows 12-14” tall.

‘Tiny Epic’ has deep burgundy flowers have creamy-yellow tips. 5-7 buds per stem. Grows 14-16” tall.

‘Tiny Heroes’ has tangerine orange blooms that are bright and cheerful. Grows 14-16” tall with 5 to 7 buds per stem.

‘Tiny Parrot’ has golden yellow upward facing blooms that are splashed with burgundy red. Dark green glossy foliage grows 12-14” tall.

‘Tiny Pearl’ has deep pink flowers with 5-7 buds per stem. Grows 14-16” tall.

Plant 12” apart.

Zones 3 - 9 F

Lilium (Oriental)‘Casa Blanca’Oriental Hardy LilyThis fragrant pure white Oriental Hardy Lily blooms in July to 48”. It is consid-ered by many experts to be the finest of its kind. Oriental Hardy Lilies are taller than the Asiatic, most having a striking fragrance, and they bloom later in the season. Plant 18” apart.


Lilium (Oriental )‘Stargazer’Oriental Hardy LilyThe brilliant crimson of this fragrant Oriental Hardy Lily is speckled and edged with pure white. Grows 30-36” tall and blooms in July. ‘Stargazer’ is outstanding in containers, borders, or as a cut flower in a vase. Try with Paeonia ‘Sarah Bernhardt’, Salvia ‘Rose Marvel’ and Geranum ‘Ingwersen’s Variety’.Plant 18” apart.

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Zones 4 - 9 F

Lilium (Oriental)‘Sunny Keys’Dwarf Oriental Hardy LilyWe all want to go to the sunny Keys...Wonderfully fragrant large eye-catching flowers are dark pinkish-red with thin white edges on the petals. Dark green foliage grows 16-18” tall and has 2-4 flowers per stem. Blooms appear in mid to late summer. PPAFPlant 18” apart.

Lilium (Oriental) ‘Sunny Bonaire’Dwarf Oriental LilyAs refreshing as a Caribbean breeze in summer, the fragrant upward-facing pale pink flowers with ruffled petals and orange anthers are just as delightful. 5-7 buds per stem. At just 18” tall this compact beauty is ideal for the front of the border. Try with Hemerocallis ‘Cherry Cheeks’, Gaillardia Mesa™ Yellow, and Dianthus EverLast™ White + Eye. PPAFPlant 18” apart.

Zones 4 - 9 F

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Lithodora diffusa ‘Grace Ward’Grace Ward LithodoraThere are few flowering plants that have such a contrast of bright blue flowers and deep green foliage reaching 4-6”. It has nice texture and spreading mat form. It flowers in the spring with some reblooming in the fall. Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil, trim back after blooming. Considered a tender perennial in our area, it is a drought tolerant plant worth having in any sunny garden spot. Plant 12” apart.

Zones 5 - 9 Lobelia cardinalisRed Cardinal FlowerBrilliant red spikes up to 36” rise above the bronzy light green foliage on this native perennial that is happy in a moist, part-shady spot, or in the sun. You will see its flowers from August into September along a woodland path or by the edge of a pond, and if you wait a minute you may see how much hummingbirds enjoy it as well. Plant 18” apart.

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Zones 5 - 9

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Lobelia siphiliticaBlue Cardinal FlowerA bit more sun-tolerant than the Red Lobelia, the blue spikes of this native flower in August and September with the same upright growth habit and a bushier shape. Growing 3–4’ tall. The blue Lobelia likes a moist to average growing situation. Combines well with Eupatorium coelestinum, Chelone ‘Hot Lips’ and Carex plantaginea.Plant 18” apart.

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Lobelia cardinalis ‘Black Truffle’Cardinal FlowerEmerging spring foliage is nearly black, transforming to deep maroon in summer and holding this color throughout the growing season. Brilliant red flowers bloom on 3-4’ stems in August and September. Perfect water-side attraction for hummingbirds and butterflies. PP#25687Plant 18” apart.

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Lupinus Staircase™ SeriesStaircase™ LupinesStaircase™ Lupines are the first in the Lupinus genus to continue to bloom from late spring into summer. New shoots emerge as long as night temperatures are below 72°F and faded flowers are re-moved. We are offering four of the spectacular colors which make excellent cut flowers, or they can be planted alone in containers or massed in the border. Prefers well drained, slightly acid soil. Palm-shaped leaves and blooms grow 16-20” tall. Plant 18” apart.

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Mazus reptans Creeping Blue MazusQuick to spread by rooting stems, this versatile ground cover forms a carpet of tight little light green leaves to a maximum height of 1”. Abundant bright blue flowers dot the foliage in May-June. Able to handle some foot traffic, it is the perfect choice between stones on a path. Also works well as a carpet under rose bushes or in the rock garden. A tough ground cover, it will perform best in moist soil.Plant 18” apart.

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Mertensia virginicaVirginia Blue BellsOne of the most welcoming sights in early spring is our native Virginia Blue Bells. The dangling tubular flowers are sapphire blue in color with hints of pink on 2’ stems among rich green foliage. After blooming in April and May in the moist light shade it loves, the plant goes completely dormant, so plant them among Ferns, Hostas and Hydrangea. Plant 18” apart.

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Mazus reptans ‘Albus’Creeping White MazusLiterally a carpet of bright green small leaves that spread rapidly in full sun to make a thick mat at about 1”. Moisture-tolerant, tough and hardy, this Mazus sports white flowers in May and June just above the foliage. It works well in the rock garden, as an underpinning to roses, or between stepping-stones or pavers along a pathway. This is a strong grower and can’t be beat as a ground cover alternative. Plant 18” apart.

Meehania cordataCreeping MintA native of rich woodlands in the mountains of Pennsylvania south to North Carolina and west to Ohio and Tennessee, this lovely little mint at spreads by runners covering the woodland floor. 3-6” tall foliage is adorned with masses of 1” violet-blue flowers in May and June. Try interlacing between native Bleeding hearts and Christmas fern. Provide moist organic soil in dappled shade. Plant 12” apart.

Lysimachia nummulariaCreeping JennyThis little ground hugger (3-4”) is always sought after and enjoyed by gardeners despite its aggressiveness. The species has small round green leaves with root nodes between that account for Creep-ing Jenny’s ability to fill in around steps, rocks, or pathways. Equally gracious spill-ing over a container or window box, it has fragrant little yellow flowers in May. Plant 18” apart.

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Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’Golden Creeping JennySharon Branson, key nursery staffer, likens gold-leaved ‘Aurea’ to a “shower of golden coins” covering the ground at 3-4” where this best selection of Creeping Jenny brightens the rock garden or pathway between stepping stones. No matter that the yellow flowers in May are lost in the bright foliage. Try it as an underpinning to Geranium ‘Rozanne’ or the rich dark blue of Veronica ‘Royal Candles’ spikes. Plant 18” apart.


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Monarda didyma Balmy™ RoseDwarf Bee BalmUsed at the front of the border, this com-pact 10-12” tall bee balm will draw eyes to the long blooming vivid rose-pink flow-ers. Rabbits and deer will leave it alone while bees and butterflies will be buzzing around the mildew resistant foliage. Pre-fers moist, well-drained soil. PP#26567Plant 15” apart.

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Monarda didyma ‘Jacob Cline’Bee BalmA native garden classic with a strong minty foliage fragrance, this June–August bloomer has big red, globe-shaped flower heads of tubular petals that are irresistible to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. ‘Jacob Cline’ is the most mildew-resistant red Bee Balm known. It grows to a height of 5’ and looks best planted in bold groups in the border. Plant 24” apart.

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Monarda didyma ‘Petite Delight’Dwarf Bee BalmAt 15-18”, ‘Petite Delight’ has compact foliage that is clump forming, and produces pink-lavender flowers in July and August. Very good mildew resistance. Try with Siberian Iris, Echinacea and Stachys ‘Hummelo’.PP#10784. Plant 18” apart.


Monarda didyma Balmy™ PurpleDwarf Bee BalmEven though foliage is short at only 12’” tall, the frilly reddish-purple flowers have the same mesmerizing effect on bees and butterflies as taller varieties. Improved mildew resistance makes this a great choice for the front of the sunny border. PP#25561Plant 15” apart.

Monarda fistulosaWild bergamotNorth American native wild bergamot is a must for the meadow or natural-ized area. In mid-summer the showy lavender-pink flowers will draw hum-mingbirds, bees and butterflies. 2-4’ tall foliage has aromatic leaves that can be used in teas and are also deer resistant. Tolerates dryish soil but prefers moist well-drained soil.Plant 24” apart.

Monarda bradburianaEastern BeebalmThis central and southern U.S native beebalm will be a welcome addition to the mid-Atlantic garden with its mildew-resistance and clumping (non-spreading) habit. Light pink, purple-spotted blooms appear in late spring to summer draw-ing hummingbirds and butterflies to the tubular flowers. Fragrant, low-growing, loosely upright foliage is gray-green and grows 12-24” tall. Plant 18” apart.

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Monarda x ‘Raspberry Wine’Bee BalmIntoxicating ‘Raspberry Wine’ boasts ruby red blooms and raspberry-like buds bringing airborne visitors from afar. Blooming June - Aug, the aromatic foliage at 3-4’ tall is tough and mildew resistant. Give lots of space in well-drained soil and full sun. The hummingbirds love this one! Plant 24” apart.

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Musa basjooHardy Japanese BananaBring the tropics to your patio with this hardy banana know to survive -20 degree temperatures. Large paddle-shape medium green leaves reach up to 15-20’ forming an umbrella-like canopy. Plants will need consistent moisture and some protection from strong winds. In zone 5 & 6, plants grown in the ground should be cut back after the first frost, wrapped in burlap, and provided heavy mulch. Plant 10-15’ apart.

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Nepeta x ‘Cat’s Pajamas’CatmintThe kitty P.J.s of the catmint family, this compact selection is consumed with indigo-blue flowers from the bottom of the 12-14” stems to the top. Blooms appear early, multiply quickly and are long-lasting. Cut back after the first flowers are finished to encourage re-blooming. A perfect Nepeta for the rock garden, container or tucked around roses. Plant 18” apart.

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Nepeta racemosa ‘Blue Wonder’CatmintIs it any wonder this compact Catmint is a popular choice for the front of the border or the rock garden? Long-lasting lavender-blue flower spikes begin their show in early summer on 12-15” tall mounded gray-green foliage. Re-blooming occurs into fall with ocassional trims. Plant 15” apart.

Nepeta kubanica ‘Neptune’CatmintBeefy blue flowers pack a lot of color on the compact 8-12” tall foliage and will be a favorite of butterflies. The foliage stays tidy in mixed containers or borders. Plant in the herb garden where the large leaves can be dried and used to make tea. PP#29556Plant 15” apart.

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‘Bubblegum Blast’PP#27497 24” tall.

‘Blue Moon’PP#29549 20” tall.

‘Cherry Pops’PP#27618 20” tall.

Monarda Sugar Buzz® SeriesBee BalmSweet nectar! Compact mounds of fragrant foliage are topped with large 2” vibrant flowers in mid-summer. The well-branched foliage with strong stems fills out but does not take over the garden. These bee balm show a good resistance to powdery mildew and will attract a lively group of pollinators! ‘Blue Moon’ has uniquely attractive purple-tinged foliage that combines well with the lavender-blue flowers. ‘Bubblegum Blast’, ‘Cherry Pops’ and ‘Pink Frosting’ have dark green foliage that is topped with vivid shades of pink.Plant 18 – 24” apart.

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‘Pink Frosting’PP#29548 14-16” tall.

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Nepeta x faassenii ‘Cat’s Meow’ CatmintCompact spikes of long blooming lavender-blue flowers with dark purple calyxes grow to 17-20” tall, slightly taller than ‘Cat’s Pajamas’. Blooms will appear in early summer and will continue to fall attracting a host of pollinators when combined with Achillea ‘Little Moon-shine’, Coreopsis and dwarf summer Phlox. Deer resistant but not cat resis-tant. PP#24472 Plant 24” apart.Photo Courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc. New

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Pachysandra terminalisJapanese spurgeLeathery green veined and slightly toothed oval leaves grow alternately on 8-12” stems. Small white flowers appear in early spring. This evergreen ground cover will spread in most soil types, more rapidly in organically rich soil. Suitable as a lawn substitute planted under a tree canopy. Include in the woodlawn garden with Polygonatum ‘Variegatum’, Japanese Beech Fern and Carex ‘Everillo’.Plant 6” apart.

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Origanum rotundifolium ‘Kent Beauty’Ornamental OreganoHere is a great container plant, but also one especially useful in a rock garden. Beautiful dusty-rose to deep mauve-pink flowers appear on hop-like bracts with small, oval gray-green veined leaves. Flowers bloom at 10” from June-September on another drought-tolerant, long blooming perennial, quite happy to perform in poor, well-drained sandy soil. Plant 18” apart.

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Pachysandra procumbensAllegheny spurgeBright green foliage of this native Pachysandra emerges upright 6-12” in spring complimented by fragrant, bottlebrush-like white flowers on 2-4” long spikes. Foliage matures to a pewter-green that is coarsely toothed and mottled, and becomes prostrate. Plant in part to full shade in moist humus-rich soil.Plant 18” apart.

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Oenothera speciosa ‘Siskiyou’Evening PrimroseIt is hard to believe that the delicate, cup shaped, light pink flowers belong to such a tough, low maintenance plant. The mounding foliage grows to 8-10” with lance shaped irregularly toothed leaves. A great ground cover for a dry slope but can be invasive. Mingles well with Verbena bonariensis.Plant 18” apart.

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Nepeta x faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’CatmintPerennial Plant of the Year 2007A sun lover if there ever was one, its airy masses of small flowers are deep lavender starting in June and through most of the sum-mer. 24-30” tall foliage has fragrant gray-green leaves. Shearing back after first flowering will encourage repeat blooms. Nepeta does best at the edge of the border in dryish, ordinary soil where its bushy foliage will compliment other full sun perennials such Hemerocallis ‘Stella de Oro’, Achillea ‘Coronation Gold’, and many others. Massed along a pathway, its delightful fragrance is released when brushed. Plant 18” apart.

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Oenothera fruticosaSundropsNorth American native sundrops is a loose spreading ground cover that is suitable for poor, dry or sandy soils. It produces lemon-yellow cupped flow-ers in late spring to early summer atop 15-24” foliage with reddish stems and narrow green leaves. Perfect for the natu-ralized garden, dry slope or meadow. Use with Sisyrinchium ‘Lucerne’ and Amsonia ‘Blue ice’.Plant 24” apart.

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Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sarah Bernhardt’Garden PeonyThe pink double flowers cover the foliage of ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ from May to June to a height of 2–3’. Remember to plant the eyes (or buds) so that the tops of the eyes are no more than 2” below the surface of the soil. In heavy clay soil plant them 1” deep. Shallow planting will not hurt the plants, and will encourage flower production. Plant 24” apart.

Paeonia lactiflora ‘Shirley Temple’Garden PeonyThe red shoots of Peonies emerging from the ground have signaled spring to gen-erations of gardeners. Often considered the best and most beautiful cut flower, the Peony may live 20 to 30 years or more, and once planted, can be left to grow undisturbed indefinitely. ‘Shirley Temple’ has pure white double flowers, grows to 2–3’, and blooms in May and June. Plant 24” apart.

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Paeonia lactiflora ‘Felix Crousse’ Garden PeonyThis is a gorgeous carmine-red double flowering Peony, 2–3’ tall, blooming in May and June. All of our Peony varieties have 3 to 5 eyes per plant. When it reaches maturity in 3 to 5 years, it will be about 2–4’ wide in late spring or early summer. The lovely dark green foliage stays attractive and shapely all summer long. Plant 24” apart.

Paeonia lactiflora ‘Victoire de la Marne’Garden PeonyLarge, fully double magenta flowers are held on 30-36” strong deep red strong stems in early summer. Foliage has a bronze-red tinge in spring. This very floriferous variety with a notable fragrance was hybridized shortly after the first Battle of the Marne in France (during the First World War). Plant 24” apart.

Paeonia lactiflora ‘Festiva Maxima’Garden Peony‘Festiva Maxima’ made its debut in 1851 with its lovely double white blooms with red spots. It flowers in May and June and grows 2–3’ in height. The flow-ers are light enough on their stems to survive wind and rain. Try with Allium ‘Globemaster’, Iris ‘Silver Edge’ and a mix of spiky Digitalis. Plant 24” apart.

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Paeonia lactiflora ‘Bowl of Beauty’Garden PeonyThis striking bi-colored Japanese form has fuchsia-rose outer petals that cup around a puffy ivory center. Blooming in late spring, the lightly fragrant flowers can be as much as 10” across and are well-supported on strong 26” tall stems. The mounded medium green foliage remains attractive after blooming and is a nice companion to later blooming perennials or shrubs. Plant 24” apart.

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Paonia lactiflora ‘Adolphe Rousseau’Garden PeonyIn cultivation since 1890, ‘Adolphe Rousseau’ has been gracing gardens far and wide with its semi-double and double cerise-red blooms. Expect blooms in late spring to early summer atop red-tinged stems and handsome dark green foliage. Blooms may be single until plant is established in the garden. 31-35” tall. Plant 24” apart.

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Paonia lactiflora ‘Charles’ White’ Garden PeonyAKA ‘Charlie’s White’, the 6-8” double blooms have large pure white outer pet-als and a fluff of creamy white inner pet-als. This early flowering variety is ideal for cutting for its fragrance and beauty. Attractive 33-35” tall foliage is red-tinged in early spring and fall. Plant 24” apart. New

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Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’BeardtonguePerennial Plant of the Year 1996This under-used perennial has reddish-purple leaves and stems, is evergreen, and produces nodding, tubular white flower bells with just a hint of pink on open thin spikes in June. The flowers reach a height of 2–3’. An excellent cut flower easily grown if given adequate water in the summer to prolong bloom time, it can also handle quite a bit of dry sun. Plant 18” apart.

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Perovskia atriplicifoliaRussian SagePerennial Plant of the Year 1995The clouds of blue-violet spikes grow to 4’ on gray-white aromatic stems. Loves heat, good drainage, and blooms from July to September. Its texture serves as a complement to lower perennials and ground covers such as Artemisia, Coreopsis, Hypericum, Liriope, and Sedum. It looks great with taller plants such as Daylilies, Maiden Grass & tall Phlox. Plant 24” apart.

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Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Little Spire’ Dwarf Russian SageAll of 2-1/2’ tall and about 12” in spread, ‘Little Spire’ has the same fragrant foliage, insect and disease resistance, and drought tolerance, with the bonus of at least 15 weeks of flowering. July well into fall, the tu-bular light blue flowers do their thing combined with a plethora of other sun lovers. Like all Perovskia, it must have plain, very well-drained soil, and lots of sunshine. PP#11643 Plant 18” apart.

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Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’Russian SageUpright spires of aromatic silvery green foliage grow 18” to 36” tall. Long bloom-ing lavender-purple to blue flowers appear on strong stems from mid to late summer. This perennial is a good choice for mass plantings in full sun and well-drained dryish soils.Plant 18” apart.

Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Jean Baby’Russian Sage…Blue jean baby, L.A. lady, seamstress for the band…thanks Bernie and Elton for all those years of great music! Thanks to Walters Gardens for the introduction of this early blooming, vigorous yet manageable selection that grows 28-34” tall with puffy lavender-blue spikes from mid-summer to fall. PP#29281 Plant 24” apart. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

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Paeonia suffruticosaTree PeonyJapanese grafted Tree Peonies are classified as a deciduous shrub but we have included with the herbaceous types. Our five colorful selections in lavender, pink, red, yellow and white have large semi-double flowers 5-7” across. Flowers appear before herbaceous peonies in early spring (April to early May) and are produced on last years stems. It is best to not disturb tree paeonies for the first few years with only a light trim in early fall if necessary. Do not cut after frost. Mature height will be 3-4’. Surround with Aquilegia, Calamintha, and spring blooming Phlox.Plant 48” apart.

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Phlox divaricata ‘May Breeze’Woodland PhloxAdd this to your woodland garden or afternoon shaded border to add a bright spot in spring. Loose clusters of fragrant, pale blue (near white) flowers sit atop the dark green foliage in late April to May. ‘May Breeze’ blooms a little later than ‘Blue Moon’ and grows 8-10” in moist sites and spreads slowly with little maintenance. Plant 18” apart.

Phlox glaberrima ‘Triple Play’Smooth PhloxThis native Phlox offers a striking combination of lavender-pink flowers in April above variegated foliage of green and creamy white narrow leaves. At 24”, the crisp foliage continues to impress well beyond bloom time and into the fall when it becomes tinged with pink. Plant in moist, well-drained soil. PP#21329. Plant 18” apart.



Phlox Earlibeauty® Daughter of PearlPhloxPearl, Pearl, Pearl…sing Lester and Earl. Try this beauty with conical clusters of white flowers with light purple eyes that top upright foliage in June and July. The narrow leaved somewhat glossy foliage has good resistance to powdery mildew and will be a lovely addition to the sunny border or meadow. Grows 36” tall. PP#27267Plant 12” apart.



Phlox divaricata ‘Blue Moon’Woodland PhloxThis perfect companion to emerging ferns and blooming foam flower helps bring alive the woodland garden in early spring. The violet-blue flowers of ‘Blue Moon’ are showier than others of the spe-cies and will be noticed hovering about 12-18” above the woodland floor. Dark green foliage has a mounded and slow creeping habit. Plant 12” apart.

Phlox paniculata Flame™ Pro Dwarf Summer PhloxFlame™ Pro Phlox have large bright flower clus-ters topping compact 14-16” foliage from late spring through summer. These shorter selec-tions work well in containers and the front of the border.Flame™ Pro Baby Doll has coral-pink flowers with dark pink eyes.Flame™ Pro Cerise is vivid reddish-pink.Flame™ Pro Violet Charme has purple blooms with a white eye.Plant 15” apart.

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Phlox stolonifera ‘Sherwood Purple’Creeping PhloxWhen spring is around the corner, these lovely lavender-purple flowers will be anticipated. Blooms appear on 8” stems above a mat of dark green rounded foliage. A spectacular show celebrating winter’s end as it creeps through the shady bed with other spring blooming natives such as Aquilegia canadensis ‘Corbett’, Dicentra eximia and Tiarella ‘Brandywine’.Plant 18” apart.


Phlox subulata‘Amazing Grace’Moss PinksA mass of pure white flowers with reddish-pink eyes cover the dark green needle-like foliage in mid to late spring. 4-6” tall evergreen foliage will spread throughout the summer, more rapidly if plants are trimmed after blooming. Great choice for the well-drained rock garden. Plant 18” apart.

Phlox stolonifera ‘Home Fires’Creeping PhloxKeep the fires burning for this eastern North American native! The vivid pink blooms glow on 6-10” stems above deep green ground-hugging foliage in April and May. A woodland garden must, evergreen ‘Home Fires’ will fill in quickly around companions without pushing them out. Under trees and shrubs the evergreen foliage is exceptional. Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Plant 18” apart.

Phlox paniculata Sweet Summer® QueenSummer PhloxQuite short for the species at only 12-15” tall, the large salmon-pink domed flower clusters almost completely consume the bronze-green foliage. Each flower has a darker pink eye and is very fragrant. Use near the walkway or in containers with Coreopsis ‘Starlight’, Nepeta ‘Cat’s Pajamas’ and Sedum sieboldii.Plant 12” apart.


Phlox subulata ‘Candy Stripes’Moss PinksOld-fashioned Moss Pinks with a sweet twist of white and bright pink striped flowers cover the foliage in April and May. Long after the blooms have faded, the evergreen needle-like foliage continues to offer texture and fill for the rock garden or along pathways. The 4-6” tall foliage prefers some afternoon shade in hot summers. Look out for possible re-blooming in the fall. Plant 18” apart.


Phlox paniculata ‘Nicky’ Summer PhloxIn addition to its compact height of 24-30”, ‘Nicky’ has magnificent deep rose-purple flower clusters during July-August. Mildew-resistant and sweetly fragrant, butterflies and hummingbirds will find it as appealing. ‘Nicky’s’ startling color is captivating. Plant with Lilium ‘Stargazer’, Geranium sanguineum ‘Album’ and Hemerocallis ‘Pandora’s Box’.Plant 18” apart.



Phlox paniculata ‘Jeana’Summer Phlox‘Jeana’ is a jewel with pleasingly fragrant lavender-pink flower clusters, smaller than most P. paniculata but very floriferous none-the-less. Undeniable mildew resistance keeps the medium green leaves clean all summer with blooms from mid-summer to early fall. Cut back half way in June to produce more flowering stems. Grows to 3-5’.Plant 18” apart.


Phlox paniculata Flame™ RedDwarf Summer PhloxThe same large panicle flowers clusters as taller P. paniculata only with compact foli-age that tops out at 18”! Vivid magenta-red flowers bloom in mid-summer on strong stems and will re-bloom after a trim. This is an improved version of the original Flame Red offering better disease resistance. PP#28646Plant 18” apart.

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Phlox subulata ‘Purple Beauty’Moss PinksIn harmony with its moss phlox partners, ‘Purple Beauty’ blooms for many weeks in spring. Adding to the palette are bright purple flowers with a darker violet eye. Spreading needle-like foliage benefits from a trim after flowering to encourage a mounding growth habit. Grows 4-6” tall.Plant 18” apart.


Phlox subulata ‘Scarlet Flame’Moss PinksThe scarlet red to crimson flowers in April and May will not go unnoticed by passersby. Plant along the garden path or rock wall and watch your kitten curl up in the bright green moss-like foliage. The 4-6” tall foliage prefers some afternoon shade in hot summers and is fairly drought tolerant. Dead-heading will encourage re-blooming.Plant 18” apart.


Physostegia virginiana ‘Miss Manners’Obedient PlantWe all wonder at its common name since Physostegia likes to roam a bit and seems anything but obedient. But ‘Miss Manners’ appeal is when you experience its clumping form and non-spreading habit. Expect a multitude of white tubular flowers at 18–24” opening from the bottom of the spikes upward in Aug and Sept. PP#12637. Plant 18” apart.

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Phlox subulata ‘Emerald Blue’Moss PinksDreamy light blue flowers hug the ev-ergreen needle-like foliage in April and May. Lovely planted in mass or com-bined with spring blooming daffodils, the 4-6” tall foliage continues to offer texture throughout the year. Prefers some afternoon shade in hot summers and is fairly drought tolerant. Dead-heading will encourage re-blooming. Plant 18” apart.


Physostegia virginiana ‘Pink Manners’Obedient PlantA bit taller than ‘Miss Manners’ with the same sturdy stems that do not need staking, the pale lavender-pink tubular flowers of this selection bloom in late summer along the upright 36” stems. Prefers moist, well-drained soil but will grow in average moisture. PP#23482 Plant 18” apart.

Phlox subulata ‘Drummond’s Pink’Moss Pinks‘Drummond’s Pink’ boasts larger flowers than other P. subulata and forms a tight mass of darker green needle-like foliage. Deep pink flowers have a red center and will cover the 4-6” tall foliage in April and May. Flowers and foliage will make an attractive planting along a well-drained sunny walkway or creeping over a stone wall. Plant 18” apart.


Phlox subulata Phlox Trot™ Pink Moss PhloxFilling the gap between ‘Candy Stripe’ and ‘Drummond’s Pink’, this new selec-tion offers large light pink flowers from early to late spring. The spreading foliage has improved vigor and grows 4-6” tall. Create a spring border or plant in the rock garden with other native selections such as Aquilegia ‘Corbett’, Amsonia ‘Blue Ice’ and Iris cristata ‘Tennessee White’.Plant 15” apart.


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Platycodon grandiflorus ‘Astra Blue’Balloon FlowerSingle violet-blue flowers open from inflated balloon-like buds from June to August above compact 6–8” tall foliage. Attractive in window boxes or contain-ers, it will also be an excellent choice for the border. Try it in combination with Hemerocallis ‘Stella De Oro’ and Salvia ‘Snow Hill’ for a trio of comple-mentary colors.Plant 18” apart.


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Polemonium reptans ‘Stairway to Heaven’Variegated Jacob’s Ladder‘Jacob’s Ladder’ greets spring with tri-colored foliage of green with white leaf margins that are tinged with pink. Lavender blue flowers emerge above a mound shaped plant, growing to 12”. It is an ideal companion for Hosta ‘Blue Angel’ and Heuchera ‘Palace Purple’. PP#15187. Plant 12” apart.

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Polygonatum odoratum ‘Variegatum’Variegated Solomon’s SealPerennial Plant of the Year 2013It’s the long, graceful arching 3’ stems of alternate leaves with their white edges that attract shade gardeners to this woodland plant. But a bonus is the clusters of white tubular flowers that dangle under the leaves in May and June. Give the plant reliable moisture in rich soil and it will reward you for years. Plant 15” apart.

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Pulmonaria x ‘Trevi Fountain’LungwortStunning deep cobalt-blue flower clusters are carried above the heavily silver-spotted dark green foliage in April and May. The parentage of P. longifolia makes this lungwort a good choice for hot humid southern climates. Foliage fills out quickly in the partly shaded garden and grows to 12” tall. Plants must be provided well-drained soil or will rot, especially in wet winters. PP#13047 Plant 18” apart.Zones 4 - 9

Pulmonaria x ‘High Contrast’ LungwortIf the excellent mildew resistance and survivability in hot summers is not enough to entice gardeners, add the striking foliage and pink/blue flowers in spring to seal the deal. Silvery and wavy spear-shaped leaves have mottled dark green margins which show off the pink flowers that fade to blue. Grows to 9” tall. PP#12337.Plant 18” apart.

Pulmonaria x ‘Raspberry Splash’LungwortUpward facing clusters of bell-shaped vibrant raspberry and purple flowers top the mounded, spotted foliage in early spring. 12-14” tall foliage with narrow silver-spotted leaves makes an attractive ground cover or edger in the shade garden. PP#12138 Plant 18” apart.

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Polemonium caeruleum ‘Bressingham Purple’Jacob’s LadderPurple-tinged ferny foliage emerges in spring and is adorned in late spring with clusters of intense blue flowers on 18-24” tall dark burgundy stems. Clumping foliage becomes deep green in summer and returns to purple in the fall. Prefers rich, moist soil and some afternoon shade in hot climates. PP#15367 Plant 18” apart.

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Platycodon grandiflorus ‘Astra Pink’Balloon FlowerBalloon like buds burst open to pale pink bell shaped flowers in the summer. With a compact habit growing only 8-10” tall, it is perfect for containers, as an edging or in the rock garden. Try planting with Scabiosa ‘Butterfly Blue’, Armeria ‘Splendens’ and Leucanthemum ‘Western Star Leo’. Plant 12” apart.

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Pulmonaria x ‘Shrimps on the Barbie’LungwortShrimps on the barbie down under or deep pink tubular flowers dangling in profusion above white-spotted foliage in the Mid-Atlantic? Blooms appear in spring on 10” tall deer resistant foliage. Plant in well-drained soil. PP#28646 Plant 18” apart.Photo courtesy of TERRA NOVA® Nurseries, Inc.

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