Spring 2008

PERENNIALS

A - D || E - L || M - Y

Ferns || Grasses || Cross Reference || Ground Covers
Plants for Shade (Full or Partial) || Plants for Full Sun || Plants for Part Sun

Road Salt Tolerant Plants || Plants that like Boggy or Wet Conditions || Drought Tolerant Plants
Plants for Sunny and Dry Locations || Plants for Rock Gardens || Plants that are good for Drying
Fragrant Flowers or Foliage || Cutting Flowers || Native Plants || Spring Bloomers || Fall Bloomers || Long Bloomers

Echinacea (Coneflower) Large daisy-type, cone-shaped flowers, mid-summer to fall. Coarsely toothed leaves. Prefers light, loamy soil preferred, adapts to any well-drained soil. Deadhead to prolong blooming. rought tolerant. Native.    Big Sky After Midnight – dark magenta purple, black-red cone, black stems – fragrant - blue-green foliage – dwarf – 12”    Big Sky Harvest Moon – gold with gold orange cone – scented –  24-30”    Big Sky Summer Sky – scented light orange, rose halo, orange cone - 36”    Big Sky Sundown – intense orange, fragrant flowers – 36-40”    Big Sky Sunrise  – citron yellow, gold cone – rose scent – 30-36”    Big Sky Twilight – best red – large flowers – strong stems –30”    Purple Fantasy – deep purple, dwarf – drought tolerant –36”    purpurea Bright Star – rose-pink petals, maroon towards center - coppery brown cone – 30-36”    purpurea Doubledecker (Doppelganger) – rose-pink short petals on center cone after second flowering season – some  single flowers in first season – strong stems – 40”    purpurea Fatal Attraction (NEW) – vivid purple-pink petals – strong  dark red almost black stems – 26”    purpurea Hope – soft pink flowers – large and sturdy – 24”    purpurea Magnus - magenta rose – flat, non drooping petals - 24-36”    purpurea Prairy Splendor (NEW) – early bloom – extended flowering period – 4-6”, rose-pink blooms – 24” purpurea Ruby Star – carmine red blooms – summer – 36-40” Echinops (Globe Thistle) Ornamental flower, good dried. Ordinary soil.  Late summer.     Veitch’s Blue – many small, steel-blue globes – sturdy stems – 30-36” Epimedium Clumping semi-evergreen ground cover. Good for dry shade. Tiny flowers in spring. Slow to establish.    Baby Doll Pink – spurless flowers emerge dark pink buds, open to soft pink, dark pink edge- plant grows to mature height after blooming.    Dark Beauty - green foliage emerges chocolate-purple - topped with large purple-and-white bicolor flowers in spring - 12”    Lilafee – lavender flowers – 12-15”    Rose Queen – dark rose flowers with long white spurs – foliage  emerges deep bronze maturing to green - 8x12”    sulphureum – young leaves flushed red – yellow blooms, pink spurs Eupatorium (Joe-Pye Weed) Attractive, very tall, flat-topped clusters of flowers in late summer-fall. Tolerates wet sites.    maculatum Gateway – huge lavender flowers – purple spotted stems – late-summer - 72-84”    purpureum Little Joe – large mauve flower heads – attractive green foliage – short and compact - mid-summer – 48”    rugosum Chocolate – small white flowers – deep red foliage – purple  stems – 3-4’ Euphorbia (Spurge) Colorful bracts surround inconspicuous flowers in May. Foliage turns dark red in fall.    amygdaloides Helena’s Blush – chartreuse and white striped - green and white foliage, pink under sides – 10-14”    polychroma - clear yellow – dark red fall foliage - 12” Filipendula (Meadowsweet) Extremely hardy and pest resistant. Impressive plume-like flowers in early spring. Prefers moist (tolerates soggy) soil and some shade.    Kahome - fine froth of rosy flowers in July-August with a over low mounds of pale green foliage - 8-12” Fragaria (Alpine Strawberry) Ornamental relative of the fruit-bearing strawberry, these plants are known more for their blossoms than their fruit. Can be used as a low growing ground cover or in containers. Likes sandy soils.    Pink Panda - pink flowers - glossy dark green foliage - 5”    Lipstick – deep pink flowers – long blooming - small red fruits – 6-8”    Red Ruby – rose-red flowers – strawberry-like foliage – 4-6” Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Showy, daisy-type blooms. Excellent cut flower and border plant. Well-drained soil. Summer.    aristata Arizona Sun – fiery orange-red flowers tipped in yellow – small, compact – continuous bloomer – 8-10”    aristata Bijou – showy red, yellow tips – blooms all season – 8-10”    aristata Oranges & Lemons – peachy-orange flowers with yellow tips – gold cone – blue-green foliage – 22-26”    Fanfare – trumpet-shaped scarlet-bright yellow tips – compact – 12-15”    Goblin - red with yellow margin, brown center – long bloomer - 12”    Granada – bright yellow petals, crimson center – 12” Galium (Sweet Woodruff) Tiny, white star-shaped flowers above a carpet of finely cut green leaves. Moist, slightly acidic areas. Beneath shrubs or naturalized.    odoratum – fragrant clusters of tiny  white flowers in spring - 6” Gaura (Wand Flower) Flowers resemble butterflies on long wispy stems, early summer to frost. Protect from wind. Well-drained soil. Drought and heat tolerant.    Karalee Petite Pink – bright pink flowers – deep-red foliage – 18-22” Geranium (Cranesbill) Long blooming with attractive foliage. Hardy. Good in rock garden.    Johnson’s Blue – vivid periwinkle blue – fine-cut leaves – 15-18”    New Hampshire Purple – magenta-purple flowers –intricately cut leaves turn crimson in fall – compact mounds –12-18    Orkney Cherry – small, bright pink flowers – bronze foliage – 12-18”    Rozanne – violet-blue, white eye – lightly marbled lime foliage - 18-20”    Tiny Monster - purple-violet flowers – finely cut green foliage –groundcover – 16-18” Geum (Avens) Red, orange or yellow single or double flowers  with. Shiny, deep green foliage. Dead-head for repeat bloom. Enjoys ample Moisture, good drainage and protection from hot afternoon sun.    chiloense Lady Strathedon – double yellow flowers  – 2’    coccineum Borisii – bright orange flowers – fuzzy green leaves - 9-12” Gypsophila (Baby's Breath) Long lasting cut flowers. Airy, graceful. Deep well-drained alkaline soil. Dislikes being disturbed. Good cover for dying bulbs. Summer.    Bristol Fairy– double white blooms over green foliage - 36”    Festival Star – white blooms – compact and mounding – 6-10”    Pink Fairy – light pink double flowers – 18”    Viette’s Dwarf – pink sprays fade to white – 15” Hedera (Ivy) Outstanding hardiness and dark, glossy, closely set foliage. Grown on walls, as a ground cover and in borders. Prefers moist soil. Helenium (Helen’s Flower, Sneezeweed) Tall daisy-like flowers in late summer or fall. Average, infertile, moist to wet soil. Pinch in late spring. Divide in early spring.    Double Trouble – double yellow flowers - strong stems – compact - 32”    Goldrausch – golden yellow speckled with orange or brown – 48”    Lorraine Sunshine – golden sunflowers – white leaves, dark veining - 36”    Red and Gold Hybrids – large red and gold daisy-like flowers –36-48”    Sahin’s Early Flowerer – red flowers, streaked orange and yellow – 3’ Helianthus (Perennial Sunflower)    First Light – 2” bright yellow, dark centers – fall – 48” Heliopsis (False Sunflower, Ox Eye) Large bright daisies bloom July to frost. Drought tolerant. Well drained, fertile soil. Divide clumps every few years.    Ballerina – golden-yellow flowers – strong stems – bushy form – 3’    Bressingham Doubloon – large, semi-double, golden flowers – sturdy stems – 48-60”h x 18”w    Loraine Sunshine – single golden yellow, daisy-like flowers variegated white leaves with green veining – 30”    Summer Nights – golden yellow, mahogany eye - purple-red stems, green leaves tinged with purple – 36-48”    Summer Sun – bright yellow and gold – 36-48” Helleborus (Lenten Rose) Unusual nodding cup-shaped flowers over evergreen foliage. Easy to grow, prefers moist soil. Blooms late winter to early spring . Protect against damage from ice and snow. All parts of plant are poisonous.    Blue Lady – round, upright purple-blue flowers –20”    Pink Lady – whitish with pink blush – 22”    Red Lady – very large red flowers – 20”    White Lady Spotted – pure white flowers, white center spots – 18” Hemerocallis (Daylily) Very hardy garden flower that requires little maintenance. Heat and drought resistant, but loves moisture. Gold or Orange Shades    Apricot Sparkles - ruffled diamond dusted apricot petals – rebloomer   Bright Sunset – coppery-orange, golden orange band, deep green  throat – ruffled edges – very fragrant – 36”    Rocket City – large sweet orange tepals – light orange throats – 36”    Stella de Oro – profuse bright gold flowers - reblooms best if spent flowers are deadheaded – 15” Lavender or Purple Shades    Bela Lugosi – true purple blooms, lime green throat – 33”    Prairie Blue Eyes – lavender-purple, bluish eye and yellow throat – 33”    Razzamatazz – miniature – medium purple  - dark purple veining and pale purple midribs – bright yellow throats – extended bloom – 20” Pink Shades    Bama Music – pink petals, lemon-yellow eyes – green throats – 36”    Barbara Mitchell - soft pink blossoms, celery-green throats – long-     flowering – rebloomer - 20”    Hush Little Baby – heavily ruffled – rose-pink flowers – yellow-green throat – long blooming – 22”    Pretty In Pink – fragrant lavender-pink with deep green throat – deeply curved sepals – long blooming – nice foliage – 27”    Sue Royhbauer – rose-pink, yellow watermark, green throat – high bud count – 8 week initial bloom – rebloomer – 20”    Wineberry  Candy – long blooming – orchid pink tepals with wine- purple eye and yellow-green throat – lightly ruffled petals – 22” Red Shades    Bama Bound – dark red with yellow band and green throat – tightly recurved petals – ruffled edges – 24”    Pardon Me – miniature cranberry-red, yellow mark, green throat – mid-July to mid-October – 18” Yellow Shades    Going Bananas – lemon-yellow – continuous bloom – 19-22”    Happy Returns – lemon yellow – early season consistent bloomer - extended bloom – heat tolerant – 16-18” Heuchera (Coral Bells) Tiny flowers on tall wispy stems. Low, mounding foliage. Borders and containers. Best coloration in afternoon shade. Rich, well-drained soil.    Amethyst Myst – black-purple foliage with a silvery-blue overlay and  black veining, purple undersides – creamy color flowers - 8” x  26”    Citronella – citron yellow leaves with silver undersides – enjoys deep shade – cream flowers – 12”h x 14”w Frosted Violet – emerges maroon-purple, matures to plum-purple – fine hairs give a frosted look - 12” x 30”    Marmalade – peach and honey leaves, bright purple under-sides – red buds open to white flowers    Plum Pudding – purple leaves with darker veining and deep purple undersides – ruffled – creamy colored flowers – 8” x 26”    Venus – silver leaves, deep green veins – white flowers – 15”    Vesuvius – deep purple foliage – cherry-red flowers - 24” Heucherella (Foamy Flowers) Cross between Heuchera and Tiarella: flower and foliage color of heuchera and unique leaf shapes, winter interest of tiarella. Prefers loose, rich soil with good drainage, but retains some moisture. Best performance in morning sun and afternoon shade. Blooms mid-spring.    Stoplight – white blooms - radiant leaves with dark red blotch that feathers out through the veins - 6”/18”    Strike it Rich Pink Gem - greenish silver foliage with burgundy veins in cool weather - floriferous - hardy – 8” Hibiscus (Rose Mallow) Large saucer-shaped flowers. Large, oval, dark green leaves, downy undersides. Fertile soil in a damp or wet location. Blooms late summer until frost. Breaks dormancy in late spring. Not available until July.    Blue River ll  - pure white no contrasting eye - 60”    Fireball – flaming red, overlapping petals – green leaves flushed with purple - compact – 36-48”    Kopper King – white, red eye that bleeds through the veins-ruffled petals – copper-red leaves – 42”    Luna Blush – 6-7” blooms - white with red eye and pink blush  around edges – dense – well branched – 2-3’h x 24-30”w    Luna Pink Swirl – 8” blooms – white flowers stroked with pink, rose   and red feathers – 2-3’h x 2-3’w    Luna Red – 7-8” blooms – deep dark red – 2-3’h x 24-30”w    Peppermint Schnapps – 8-10” blooms – pink with deep red streaks   and red eye – 3-4’    Pink Elephant – 12” pink, ruffled blooms – deep red eye – 5-6’    Plum Crazy – light plum, purple veins – purple maple leaves – 48”    Red Heart – single bloom with scarlet-red center    Summer Storm (NEW) – 8” blooms – pink with rose veining and magenta eye – deep wine-purple foliage – 4’    Turn of the Century – bicolor – dark red to light pink – alternating  petal colors – strong shrub-like form – 6-8’ Hosta (Plantain Lily) Very hardy plants which thrive in cool, shady locations. Ornamental foliage from spring until frost with a wide variety of leaf sizes, shapes and colors. Good ground cover. Almost maintenance free.    abiqua Drinking Gourd – white flowers – dark, blue-green wavy  leaves in a cupped form – good slug resistance - 16 x 22”    albo marginata - dark green leaves, bright creamy-white edges - does well in sun - lavender blooms in July - short 18"    Americana – thick leaves with dark green margines – pure-white, narrow centers – 24”h x 36”w    August Moon - vivid chartreuse, round, cupped leaves in spring - in summer months, thick leaves turn a golden color - best color with some sun - 20''x 30''    Beckoning – large, heart-shaped green leaves green turn  gold with wide blue-green margins – 34”x 48”    Blue Angel – large, blue-green leaves – white flowers – mounding – slug resistant – 36”x 48”    Cameo – mini, round, green leaves – white margins fading dark and lighter toward the midrib – 6”h x 12”w    Crowned Imperial – broad thick green leaves, narrow, white, edges - pale lavender, funnel shaped flowers – fast grower – 24”h x 40”w    Dancing in the Rain - pale lavender blooms - white centers on foliage,  blue-green streaks and margins - center greens-up in heat - 32”x 40”    Flemish Sky – slightly cupped, broad, pointed blue leaves with wavy  margins – 12”h x 20”w    Francee - medium green leaves, white edges - lavender flowers - 20x36”    Hadspen Blue – pale lavender flowers – steel blue slightly cupped leaves – 14”x 18”    Halcyon - striking blue spear shaped foliage - white to pale lavender  flowers bloom from July to August - vigorous grower - 24”x 36”                  Katsuragawa Beni – crimson colored petioles and red spots – narrow, pointed, shiny green leaves – 12”h x 16”w    Niagra Falls – huge, dark green leaves – pie crust edges – deeply  impressed veins – pale lavender blooms – 30”h x 48”w    Patriot – lavender flowers – dark green, crisp white margin – sun tolerant – 22”x 26”    Royal Standard - large, dark green leaves - light lavender fragrant   flowers - vigorous but needs full shade - 18”x 36-48”    sieboldiana Elegans – huge, blue-gray, rounded leaves - heavily   textured  and corrugated –white flowers – slug resistant – best blue color in light sun – 20”x 34”    Sum & Substance – light lavender flowers – huge leaves turn from green to gold with sun exposure–slug resistant – 36”x 60”    Unforgettable – upright, vase-shaped – wide, jetting gold margins – corrugated at maturity – lavender blooms – 22”h x 37”w    Wide Brim - deep blue-green center, very wide, irregular creamy margins with gold tints at maturity - lavender flowers - 20”x 32-36” Houttuynia Attractive vigorous spreading groundcover for sunny or shady spots. Likes wet areas like moist soil or shallow water.    cordata Chameleon – variegated white, pink, red, gold and green in full sun, green and yellow in shade – 6-9” Hypericum (St. John’s Wort) Spreading woody perennial. Yellow cup-shaped flowers most of the summer. Prefers well-drained soil. Also listed in the Shrub section. Iberis (Candytuft) Low mounds of evergreen foliage covered with masses of white flowers in spring. Great edging plant, groundcover or tumbling over rock walls.    sempervirens - pure white flowers - deep green leaves – 12”    sempervirens Tahoe – white blooms – compact – March-June - 8-10” Incarvillea (Hardy Gloxinia) Large exotic trumpet-shaped flowers. Prefers partial shade, well-drained rich soil in a protected area. Does not like to be disturbed.    delavayi – rose-purple with yellow throat - medium green leaf - 12-18” Iris Always a favorite perennial. Late spring bloom. A great cut flower. A splendid display with peonies. Germanica (German or Bearded Iris)    Sunny location. Prefers slightly alkaline, well-drained soil. Grow dry,   do not overwater. Large flowers bloom early summer.    Autumn Circus – white with blue-violet – veining and edges – blooms early – reblooms if cut back – 34”    Batik – royal purple with white flecks – sword-shaped foliage - reblooms – 24”    Beverly Sills – lacy coral-pink – prolific bloomer – 35”    Clarence – pale-blue standards – ruffled, violet-blue falls – large white beards – reblooms – 35”    Enchanted One – gold-yellow standards – pale lavender falls – gold trim – 35”- will rebloom    Harvest of Memories – yellow – sweet scent – will rebloom – 38”    Immortality – pure white, light yellow beards – reblooms all summer – 2-3’  Painted Clouds– delicate pink, blush falls – drought tolerant – 30-36” siberica (Siberian Iris)    Non-bearded blooms, easy to grow, mostly pest free.    Rich, moist acidic soil in sunny location. Tolerates dry conditions and partial shade once established.    Butter and Sugar – creamy white standards, butter yellow falls, green-yellow veins – may rebloom in fall – 28”    Pink Haze – lavender-pink, white edge, crimson blaze – 30-36”    Ruffled Velvet – velvety, deep violet and gold falls – 24-30”    Silver Edge – sky-blue, thin silver margins – moist, acidic soil - 24-30”    Strawberry Fair –strawberry falls – light pink standards – white signal – heavily ruffled – late bloomer – 29” Lamiastrum (Golden Dead Nettle) Fast spreading ground cover. Average soil. Blooms all summer.    Herman’s Pride - silvery leaves, green veins – creeping habit - 8-12” Lamium (Spotted Dead Nettle) Good contrast plant. Breaks dormancy early spring and foliage lasts until late fall. Best in some shade to deep shade. Blooms all summer.    maculatum Beacon Silver – silver leaves with narrow green margins –  lavender-pink hooded flowers – weed smothering – 4-8”    maculatum Golden Anniversary – bright pink - tricolor variegated foliage in silver, yellow, green – 4-8”    maculatum Orchid Frost – orchid-pink – silvery blue variegated – heavy bloomer -disease resistant - 4-6”    maculatum Pink Chablis – soft pink – apple-green leaves, silver overlay – 6”    maculatum White Nancy - white – white and green variegation - 6-8” Leucanthemum (Shasta Daisy) White daisies all summer. Rich, well-drained soil, moderate moisture. Deadhead regularly or cut back after first flush to promote reblooming. Mulch over winter.    Aglaia – fringed white petals, yellow centers - 24-36”    Becky – white -  sturdy - 36-42” (2003 Perennial of the Year)    Brightside – white flowers – disease resistant foliage – 32”    Broadway Lights – profuse bright to buttery yellow and white blooms - spring to summer  - dense form - 18-24”    Crazy Daisy – frilly white doubles - butter center – 24-28”    Highland White Dream – semi-double – upright – 24-30”    Little Princess – pure white huge – compact – bushy – 12”    Snowcap – long-lasting, pure white – compact – 10-12” Lewisia (Bitter Root) Narrow, fleshy evergreen leaves with stems topped by large, showy clusters of flowers. Needs excellent drainage. Place fine gravel around crown to prevent rot. Beautiful addition to a rock or alpine garden.    Little Plum – purple-pink with a hint of orange – evergreen 6” x 12”                     Sunset Hybrids - showy bold colored flowers - 10" X 12” Liatris (Gayfeather) Tall feathery spikes which open from the top of each stalk downwards. Long lasting cut flower. Makes a striking vertical effect in a garden. Prefers fertile, sandy soil. Summer.    punctata – Native - dense purple panicles – 20”    scariosa White Spires – Native – large white buttons – 3-4’h    spicata Floristan Violet – rosy purple – 36-40”    spicata Kobold - rosy lavender flower wands – compact - 24” Ligularia (Ragwort or Senecio) Bold foliage. Need humus enriched soil, ample moisture. Works well at water’s edge. Late summer bloom.    Britt-Marie Crawford - deep chocolate leaves, purple under  sides, orange daisy-like flowers – 30”    Desdemona – gold daisy-like flowers – purple leaves and stems – 3-4’    Fantaisie – thick, deep green leaves – purple petioles – undulating leaf  margins – glossy, burgundy undersides – golden yellow blooms – 2’    Little Rocket – bright yellow flower spikes – enjoys afternoon Sun –  heart-shaped foliage – 20” Lilium (Lilies) Exquisite colors and fragrances. Prefers slightly acid, porous, well-aerated soil, rich in humus. Needs good air circulation. Check our benches in our perennial area for additional varieties. asiaticus (Asiatic Lily) First lilies to bloom, usually by July. Leaves are close together and spiral up the stem. Naturalizes well. 24-48”    Cappuccino – creamy petals, bronze-red center – 30-48”    Lollypop – large white flowers with raspberry red tips – 27”    MT Duckling – well formed, deep pink flowers – compact habit –upward facing blooms – 16-20” orientales (Oriental Lily) Large, fragrant flowers in mid-summer. Taller than Asiatic – 24-48”    Sorbonne –fragrant, deep ink with white stripe – 26-33”    Stargazer – blended crimson and soft pink, white edge and throat – July-August – 28”    Tom Pounce – soft pink with yellow stripe – 24-30” Liriope (Lily Turf)  Evergreen groundcover. Good for edging paths and borders. Use for erosion control. Well-drained soil. Tolerates competition from tree roots. Cut to ground in winter to promote new foliage.    muscari Big Blue – violet flower spikes – dark green grass-like mounding foliage - fountain-like  habit – 12-18”    Spicata – silver, white – fine green edges – 8” Lithodora Low growing, slightly mounded. Evergreen, hairy foliage and stems. Brilliant blue tubular flowers in late spring. Loose, well-drained soil.  Great in rock gardens or spilling over walls.    diffusa Grace Ward – bright blue – dark green foliage – 10”    diffusa White Star – flowers are white with blue edges – 12”x 12” Lobelia (Cardinal Flower) Popular for borders and woodland gardens. Easy to grow. Prefers moist locations and afternoon shade. Tall clusters of tubular, star-like flowers blooming in late summer.    cardinalis – fire red flower spikes – upright habit - native - 36-48”    Fan Scarlet – vivid scarlet-red flowers – compact mound – bronze  foliage – 24”    fulgens Queen Victoria – bright red flowers - red-bronze foliage – 3-5’ Lupinus (Lupines) Showy short lived perennial. Dark palm-shaped leaves with spikes of brilliantly colored pea-shaped flowers in early summer. Mulch in summer to keep soil moist and roots cool. Good winter drainage essential. Seeds and seedpods are poisonous.    Chatelaine – elegant pink and white spears – 3-4’    My Castle – red flowers – June – 15-18”    Russell Hybrids – rich shades of blues, purples, reds, yellows – 24-36”    Gallery Hybrids – large flower spikes in June on compact, dwarf plant.    Gallery Blue – shades of blue – 15-18”    Gallery Pink – sweet pea shaped pink flowers – compact – 24-36”    Gallery Red – red flowers – 24-36”    Gallery Yellow – yellow flowers – 24-36” Lychnis (Catch Fly) Upright plants with bright summer blooms. Good in borders or landscapes. Self-sows. Good drainage essential.    Gardener’s World – improved – double, rich-red – carnation-like  flowers – silver, wooly foliage – 26-26”    Orange Dwarf - dark bronze foliage - orange-red flowers in summer - 18” Lysimachia (Circle Flower) Vigorous. Damp, even wet areas. Unusual flowers. Late summer.    punctata Golden Alexander – starry yellow flowers in leaf axils –lime green leaves, creamy yellow margins - 24”    Snow Candles – hybrid of clethroides – more compact – longer     flowering – white, gooseneck blooms – 12-16”