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AJUGA (Bugleweed) Zone 3-9 Part shade to shade Ajuga reptans is an evergreen groundcover that can grow in the shade of large trees where grass is hard to establish. Unlike many perennials that are grown only for their flowers, ajuga is prized for its attractive, colorful foliage that looks nice all year.
'Black Scalop' This attractive small-scale groundcover has glossy, near-black, scalloped leaves and a dense habit. The deepest foliage color is achieved when plants are sited in full sun and in cooler temperatures. From mid to late spring, short (4-6") spikes of deep blue flowers stand upright above the low, spreading foliage. The effect is stunning when planted en masse. 'Black Scallop' PP15815 tends to spread more slowly and stay naturally compact compared to other kinds of Ajuga, making it suitable for use as an edging. It also fits nicely into rock gardens and mixed container plantings. It is reported to be resistant to powdery mildew. $5.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Sparkler' NEW 2010 24" wide by 3" high. Entirely new! A sparkly NEW variegated Ajuga. 'Sparkler' has thick, dark green, shiny foliage covered in creamy-white splashes that light up the floor of a garden like nothing else. 'Sparkler' has hybrid vigor and is an awesome accent or foil in containers, as a ground-cover, or as an edging for the border. Lovely blue flowers. $5.00	Photo Terra Nova Nursery
ANEMONE Zone 3-9 Sun or Part Shade A wonderful foliage plant that blooms in the fall.
'Pamina' NEW 2010 36" wide by 48" high. A unique and beautiful fall blooming perennial! Charming pink flowers measuring up to 3 in. across dance in the wind on tall scapes above attractive, rich green foliage from late summer into fall. The leaves resemble small grape leaves and form a mound about 1 ft. tall. Since they are a bit late to rise in the spring, these plants are an ideal cover for the dying foliage of spring bulbs. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Whirlwind' NEW 2010 36" wide by 48" high. A unique and beautiful fall blooming perennial! Charming white flowers measuring up to 3 in. across dance in the wind on tall scapes above attractive, rich green foliage from late summer into fall. The leaves resemble small grape leaves and form a mound about 1 ft. tall. Since they are a bit late to rise in the spring, these plants are an ideal cover for the dying foliage of spring bulbs. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
ARUM Zone 5-9 An unusual little plant for the woodland garden, or any shady area that is not too dry.
'italicum' NEW 2010 12" wide by 8-12" high, part shade to shade.Leathery green arrowhead leaves, with white marbling, appear in the fall. These remain all winter and spring, with hooded white flowers hiding among them in May. In summer, the leaves become dormant and disappear, but are replaced by a grand display of orange berries in August, held in heads like a rattle. Although this is a little slow to establish, plants will remain for years in the garden. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
ARUNCUS (Goat's Beard) Zone 2-9 Sun or Part Shade From early to midsummer, plants are adorned with 3-4" long, feathery spikes of creamy white flowers. This plant is great for tucking into small areas of a shade or rock garden. In fall, the foliage becomes a brilliant patchwork of yellow and orange.
'aethusifolius' A miniature Goat's Beard with the same traits as A. dioicus at roughly 1/3 the size. This selection grows only 12 in. tall with fine, glossy, fern-like foliage. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
ASARUM (Wild Ginger) Zone 3-9 Part shade to full shade This is a first-rate groundcover plant for shady areas, native to the woodlands of Eastern North America.
'canadense' NEW 2010 12" wide by 6" high. All wild gingers are worth growing, but this is the one that gardeners seem to like most. The soft, velvety texture of the light green, heart-shaped 6-inch leaves is its most attractive point. The leaves are deciduous, which makes this species far more adaptable than others, as it is less susceptible to late frosts and other vagaries of the early spring climate. It forms a solid patch of downy green kidney-shaped leaves, with ground-hugging brown flowers hiding beneath. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'euorpaeum' NEW 2010 8" wide by 4-8" high. This is a first-rate groundcover plant for shady areas, much sought after by gardeners, and seldom in good supply. It will slowly form a solid patch of glossy, dark green rounded leaves, which remain evergreen in mild winter regions. Brownish flowers are insignificant, hiding underneath the foliage. Use this in small areas, since the plants take a few years to establish. Combines well with miniature Hosta, primroses and low-growing ferns. Once established, the plants will self-seed sparingly. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
ASTER Zones 3-8 Sun Asters are excellent cut flowers and attract butterflies. They make a terrific accent to fall blooming grasses and the changing colors of the trees. They are native to North America and are generally very easy to grow.
'Wood's Blue' Densely packed clusters of clear light blue flowers provide outstanding color in the garden from late summer into fall. Since this species has a dwarf, compact habit, it will not require staking. 'Wood's' selections have shown excellent resistance to mildew and rust. 12-16" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Wood's Pink' Densely packed clusters of charming pink, semi-double flowers provide outstanding color in the garden from late summer into fall. Since this species has a dwarf, compact habit, it will not require staking. 'Wood's' selections have shown excellent resistance to mildew and rust. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Wood's Purple' Densely packed clusters of charming purple, semi-double flowers provide outstanding color in the garden from late summer into fall. Since this species has a dwarf, compact habit, it will not require staking. 'Wood's' selections have shown excellent resistance to mildew and rust. 12-16" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
ASTILBE (Please click for separate Astilbe page)
BAPTISIA (False Indigo) Zone 2-9 Full sun A native North American wildflower, False Indigo is an excellent choice for sunny gardens all over the continent.
'australis' NEW 2010 36" WIDE BY 36" HIGH. Plants form a tall, bushy clump of grey-green foliage, with long spikes of pea-like flowers, in shades of violet-blue. A good substitute for Lupines, in areas where they are difficult to grow. Makes an excellent cut flower, also attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant, once established. Plants may be increased by dividing in spring, every 4 to 5 years, or by moving any seedlings that may appear, while they are still small. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00 Perennial Plant of the Year 2010.	Photo Walters Gardens
'Purple Smoke' NEW 2010 36" WIDE BY 50" HIGH. It forms a tall, bushy mound of grey-green foliage, with long spikes of smoky violet-blue and purple flowers, held on black stems. A good substitute for Lupines, in areas where they are difficult to grow. Makes an excellent cut-flower, and is also attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant, once established. Plants may be increased by dividing in spring, every 4 to 5 years. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Twilite Prairie Blues' NEW 2010 36" WIDE BY 50" HIGH. Purple buds open to violet-purple flowers with lemon yellow keels. blue-green foliage forms a large, shrub-like clump. Matures quickly; 3 yer old plants can have 100 or more flowering stems. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
BERGENIA Zone 4-9Bergenia are incredibly hardy, and reliably evergreen throughout nearly the entire continent. Bergenia sometimes look a little beaten up by winter: simply remove any browned or ugly leaves in mid spring.
'Lunar Glow' NEW 2010 18" wide by 15" hugh. New leaves unfurl a creamy yellow in the spring and hold the light yellow through most of the summer in Oregon. A cool mutation out of B. ‘Solar Flare’. ‘Lunar Glow’ has the traditional bold, evergreen leaves of the Bergenia in addition to lovely dark pink flowers in the spring and burgundy red leaves in winter. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
BRUNNERA Zone 2-9 Part shade to Shade Brunneras are classic perennials that are treasured for their shade tolerance and lovely blooms. They make a fantastic groundcover, though the variegated forms may be slower to spread than the species. Try growing them in containers too so they will be close at hand when you want to snip a few blooms for a spring bouquet.
'Hadspen Cream' NEW 2010 12-18" wide by 12-18" high. A superb specimen perennial, forming a clump of heart-shaped leaves boldly splashed with creamy-white and green, the edges later turning ivory and finally soft yellow. Sprays of bright blue Forget-me-not flowers appear in mid to late spring. This is a choice collector's plant, much in demand, but with limited supply. Excellent for the woodland garden. Keep out of direct sun, as the white leaf edges will scorch easily. $20.00
'Jack Frost' A sight to behold! The leaves of 'Jack Frost' are intricately detailed with a crackle-like finish. Though the leaves are dark green, they have a heavily frosted overlay which allows only the green veining to show through. From mid to late spring, baby blue, forget-me-not type blossoms are held in clusters several inches above the shimmering foliage. The effect is breathtaking. 12-16" high. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
CARYOPTERIS Zone 4-9 Full sun A deciduous shrub with aromatic foliage. It's flowers, in clustered whorls along the stem, attract bees and butterflies. It is most often used in borders and containers.
'Gold Giant' 36" wide by 48" high. Gorgeous gold foliage with dramatic, nearly black stems holds its colour well in hot weather. Blue flower clusters accentuate the leaves. Vigorous, upright grower. Blooms August to September. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
CIMICIFUGA (BLACK SNAKEROOT) Zone 4-9 Full Shade to Part Shade A fantastic, aristocratic looking perennial that is a must for any perennial collection. The lacy clumps of dark purple foliage are not unlike Astilbe, but flowers are held on tall stems, in a bottle brush spike. Good for late summer and fall interest, but it's main attraction is the foliage which is wonderful all season long.
'atropurpurea' NEW 2010 30" wide by 60" high. Bugbanes are late-season blooming perennials, generally planted in rich moist woodland situations. This is a variable strain, valued for its large Astilbe-like leaves that range in colour from deep green to bronzy purple. Arching wands or bottlebrush spikes of fragrant pale-pink flowers rise above the clump in early fall. Great for cutting. In cool summer areas this will grow well in sunny sites, otherwise choose a part-shade location protected from hot afternoon sun. Plants will take about three years to develop into a mature clump. A striking specimen! $20.00
'Chocoholic' NEW 2010 24" wide by 36" high. This shorter snakeroot grows about half the size of 'Hillside Black Beauty' with the same purplish black foliage. Fragrant, bottlebrush flowers open mauve-pink, then lighten to white. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'HILLSIDE BLACK BEAUTY' Masses of striking, dark purplish-black foliage contrasted by long, white bottlebrush blooms fascinates the eye and peaks everyone's curiosity. The darkest Cimicifuga to date, 'Hillside Black Beauty' is truly a collector's item. Though the young foliage tends to be green, it quickly deepens to an almost iridescent purple-black. In late summer, the 4'-7' tall stems are topped with foot-long, fragrant, white flowers blushed with pale pink. Cimicifuga is a wonderfully lacy, airy backdrop in the garden. It is especially attractive when combined with variegated or yellow foliage. Discovered by Mary Ann McGourty of Hillside Gardens, Connecticut and introduced through Plant Haven. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
COREOPSIS (TICKSEED) Zone 5-9 Full Sun
'Ruby Frost' NEW 2010 32" wide by 26" high. To see this plant is to want it. Large, deep ruby flowers are fringed with a collar of frosty white. Plant habit is choice, with its flowers held up at jaunty angles. Truly a color-break in the world of Coreopsis. All Coreopsis require excellent drainage. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Terra Nova Nursery
DARMERA Zone 3-9 Full sun to part shade An interesting waterside plant with huge round, lobed leaves that form a wide clump.
'peltata' NEW 2010 48" wide by 48" high. An interesting waterside plant with huge round, lobed leaves that form a wide clump. Clusters of soft pink flowers appear on stalks before the leaves in early spring, and are very unusual for cutting. In appearance this is a little like a miniature Gunnera, but much hardier. Native to the western USA. Must have moist soil. In hot, humid regions, choose a partly shaded site to prevent the leaves from scorching. May be divided in early fall. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
DIASCIA (Twinspurs) Zone 5-9 Full sun to part shade Although widely grown in England for years, Twinspurs have only just started to become known in North America.
'Coral Canyon' NEW 2010 18" wide by 18" high. They have an extended blooming time, often flowering all summer and fall. Excellent cascading out of containers and baskets, spilling over retaining walls, or planted in the garden as an edging. Even though the hardiness of this plant may be limited, it is worth growing even as an annual. Remove faded flowers regularly, or trim hard in midsummer. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
DICENTRA (BLEEDING HEARTS) Zone 2-9 Sun to Shade Dicentra is most at home in woodland settings. It likes rich, loose soil that is evenly moist but also well-drained. At planting time, add lots of compost, humus, or peat moss to the soil to enhance its water retention capabilities. Plants will not grow well in heavy clay soils. Dicentra should be planted in locations that are protected from high winds and early frosts, such as the edges of woodlands or on the north or east sides of buildings.
'Burning Hearts' NEW 2010 10" wide by 18" high. This recent introduction forms a vigorous mound of powdery blue-grey leaves, topped by clusters of heart-shaped flowers in a glowing rose-red shade. Probably the darkest flowered form yet to be available. Excellent for edging, and very useful for mixed containers and tubs. Removing faded flowers regularly will promote lots of new buds to form. In cool summer regions plants may tolerate direct sun. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Gold Heart' This brilliant spring beauty will shine like a beacon in the spring and summer landscape. It is a selection of Nori Pope from England's Hadspen House. 'Gold Heart' produces arching sprays of pink bleeding hearts in spring above shocking gold foliage. Best in light shade and moist soil. Excellent in the shade garden combined with Cimicifuga 'Brunette' or any selection of burgundy foliaged Heucheras. Not available until 2009. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'spectablis' A classic charmer! One of the oldest but still irreplacable perennials in cultivation. Old-fashioned Bleeding Hearts form large, bushy clumps of powdery-green foliage comprised of cut or lobed leaves on fleshy stems. In late spring, chains of puffy heart-shaped flowers with rose-pink petals and white tips dangle beneath the arching, leafless stems. These racemes make delightful additions to fresh bouquets, lasting about 2 weeks in a vase. In cooler climates with adequate moisture, the bloom time may be extended into early summer. 30-36" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
spectablis 'Alba' Every bit as charming as the pink form, D. s. 'Alba' forms large, bushy clumps of powdery-light green foliage comprised of cut or lobed leaves on fleshy stems. In late spring, chains of puffy, white, heart-shaped flowers dangle beneath the arching, leafless stems. These racemes make delightful additions to fresh bouquets, lasting about 2 weeks in a vase. In cooler climates with adequate moisture, the bloom time may be extended into early summer. 30" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
ECHINACEA (Please click for separate Echinacea page)
EPIMEDIUM 3-9 Sun to Part shade to Shade The best Epimedium species for use as a groundcover, this species quickly spreads by rhizomes. From mid to late spring, clusters of small red flowers with short, white or pale pink spurs hover just above the foliage.
'RUBRUM' Barrenwort are superb shade-garden plants, excellent for edging or groundcover. Plants form a bushy mound of dark green leaves, bearing sprays of cherry-red flowers in mid to late spring. Although they will take a couple of years to reach a mature size, plants are long-lived and very sturdy. Old leaves should be pruned to the ground in late winter to show the flowers to best effect. Drought tolerant once established. Beautiful bronze foliage colour in winter. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
EUPHORBIA Zone 3-9 Full sun Cushion spurge quickly forms a perfect mound of narrow, pale green leaves topped off with long-lasting, glowing chartreuse bracts in early spring. The foliage continues to look great all summer and turns bright red in fall.
'Ascot Rainbow' NEW 2010 20" wide by 20" high. The foliage is topped by clusters of variegated cream, lime, and green flowers (bracts) in spring. In the cooler months, the foliage at the ends of the stems becomes flushed with shades of red, pink, and orange. The unique variegated foliage of 'Ascot Rainbow' PPAF is phenomenal and looks fantastic in thegarden from spring through fall. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
FERNS Zone 3-9 Part shade to Shade Ferns grows best in moist soil with a neutral to moderately acidic pH. Partial to full shade is best; some sunlight is necessary to draw out the coloring. To protect the crowns and tender shoots in the spring, it is best to leave the old fronds on the plant over the winter. They can be removed in the spring when the new fronds reach 6 inches tall. If division is necessary, do so in the spring.
Athyrium felix-forma 'LADY IN RED This fern's vibrant burgundy stems coupled with its dark green fronds will compliment everything else in your shade garden. When planted amidst the dark purple leaves of coral bells, its burgundy stems really stand out. Note: The burgundy color in the stems develops after the second dormancy. 30-36" HIGH. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum' 'JAPANESE PAINTED' 2004 Perennial Plant of the Year! One of the most colorful ferns for the garden, the Japanese Painted Fern has silvery-grey fronds which are dusty purple towards the center. They are set off by the purplish-red veins and stems. This fern has a low and mounding habit, slowly spreading by rhizomes to form dense colonies. The fronds are positioned in a way that creates a horizontal layering effect much like you see in Dogwood trees. 12-18" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
Athyrium 'OKANUM' 'Okanum' has been described as being similar to the Japanese Painted Fern but with more subtle coloring. The sturdy, arching, triangular fronds are silvery green with dark red stems. As the season progresses, the fronds deepen to solid green. Some sun will help to draw out this coloring. This is a well-behaved, clumping fern that is right at home in woodland gardens combined with blue and gold hostas. It has received the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society, a very high honor. 12-18" HIGH. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
Dryopteris 'GOLDEN MIST' NEW 2010 24" high by 24" high. This beautiful new Asian wood fern is similar to Autumn Fern (D. erythrosora) but is a bit larger and more open in habit. The new growth is a unique shade of golden yellow, which matures to glossy deep green, triangular, bipinnate fronds. This is an evergreen fern, so it should be planted where it is protected from winter winds. Its culture is the same as that of Autumn Fern. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
Matteuccia struthiopteris 'OSTRICH' One of the largest and most popular ferns in cultivation today. The dark green, pinnate fronds are shaped like ostrich plumes, being much wider at the top and tapering down to a bare stipe. The first set of leaves is sterile and has a gracefully arching form. These leaves can reach heights of 6 feet in ideal environments. This set of leaves dies back by early to midsummer and is replaced by a set of fertile, dark green leaves which are about half the height of the sterile ones. These leaves turn a shiny greenish bronze in fall, becoming brown in winter. They remain standing all winter long. Ostrich ferns need plenty of space to grow since they are rapid spreaders. They spread by dense underground runners which extend out in all directions, quickly forming colonies. 3-6 feet high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
FILIPENDULA Zone 3-9European Meadowsweet is a border perennial with bold, ferny foliage similar to Astilbe. Plants form a bushy clump, bearing sprays of white flowers in early summer.
purpurea 'Elegans' NEW 2010 28" wide by 36" high. This selection of Meadowsweet forms a sturdy, upright bush with a bold appearance. Large heads or panicles of deep pink flowers appear in summer, against deep green lacy foliage. Stunning towards the back of a moist border, and especially nice at the waterside. Good for cutting. Plants cannot dry out during the summer. Native North American wildflowers. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
GAILLARDIA Zone 5-9 Full sun Blanket Flowers are long-blooming perennials, well suited to hot sunny sites. They form a low mound of light-green leaves, bearing upright stems of large daisy-type flowers.
'Fancy Wheeler' NEW 2010 16" wide by 10" high. This very compact selection has bicolor petals of deep red, tipped with golden yellow. Attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Not the best choice for heavy clay soil that will stay wet through the winter. Removing faded flowers will encourage constant blooming. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Jazzy Wheeler' NEW 2010 16" wide by 12" high. This very compact selection has tangerine petals tipped yellow, around a golden button eye . Attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Not the best choice for heavy clay soil that will stay wet through the winter. Removing faded flowers will encourage constant blooming. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
GAULTHERIA Zone 3-9 Part Shade Common Wintergreen is one of our most durable, aesthetically pleasing, and widely distributed natives; yet when it comes to intentionally planting it in our landscapes, most gardeners do not even consider it. Here is a classic example of America's fascination with the exotic to the exclusion of perfectly fine plants that grow right under our noses.
'procumbens' NEW 2010 12" wide by 6" high. One of our native North American wildflowers, and a charming plant for areas with moist, acidic soil. Plants form a low, spreading mat of rounded, glossy green leaves. Small soft-pink bell flowers are followed by large scarlet berries, which are edible. Foliage turns bronze in the winter. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
GERANIUMS (CRANESBILL) Zone 2-9 Full sun to part shadeOne of the most durable of garden perennials, the hardy geraniums are the great uniting excitement in gardens. The attractive foliage, mounding habit and beautiful bursts of flowers make this a favourite.
'Perfect Storm' NEW 2010 20" wide by 12" high. A profusion of small, magenta-pink flowers with a black center and black veins cover these low, spreading plants from late spring into midsummer. The velvety grey-green foliage provides the perfect backdrop for the brilliant blooms. Hardy geraniums are wonderful filler plants for any landscape, either residential or commercial. They blend nicely with most other perennials and offer continuous color throughout the summer months. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Rozanne'Huge, glowing violet blue, saucer-shaped flowers with distinctive white eyes and reddish-purple veining are held above mounds of deep green foliage that is slightly marbled with chartreuse. This is an amazingly free-flowering cultivar; it keeps the blooms coming from late spring into mid-fall. In one season, one vigorous plant will cover a 2-3 sq. foot area. It looks especially nice when complimented by yellow or chartreuse flowers or foliage. This dynamite new selection was introduced by Blooms of Bressingham. 18-20" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
GEUM Zone 5-9 Full sun to part shade Also known as Avens, this offers a flash of hot colour for the early summer border. Plants form a low clump of coarse green leaves, with branching stems held above bearing medium-sized rounded flowers.
'Eos' NEW 2010 10" wide by 11" high. One peek and you will see why this glowing plant was named after the goddess of the dawn! Bright orange flowers punctuate this golden statement. The compact habit makes this plant a natural for sunny containers and for the front of the border in the garden. Easy and carefree. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Terra Nova Nursery
'Fireball' NEW 2010 24" wide by 30" high. 'Fireball' has large golden yellow semi double flowers picoteed in red, a compact habit and reblooms. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Terra Nova Nursery
GRASSES
Calamagrostis 'Avalanche' (Calamagrostis acutiflora) A stunning variegated form of 'Karl Foerster' brought to us from Steve Schmidt of American Ornamental Perennials. The reverse variegation of C. 'Overdam', this selection has deep green leaves with a wide white stripe down the center. The variegation remains distinctively appealing throughout the growing season. This is the perfect plant to use as a screen or backdrop in your garden due to its distinctly upright and clumping habit. 'Avalanche' prefers to be grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Be sure to provide plenty of moisture in extremely hot weather. Cut back to 6 in. in spring before new growth begins. Propagate by division in either spring or fall. 4-5 feet high. Full sun. Zone 4-9. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Calamagrostis'Karl Foerster' (Calamagrostis acutiflora) Perennial Plant of the Year for 2001. This is a cool season, clumping grass with a compact, erect growth habit. It is especially prized in the north where the magnificent, wheat-like seed heads appear in late spring and last all season long. C. 'Karl Foerster' provides a great backdrop for lower growing, flowering perennials throughout the year. It is also useful for screening purposes and will not reseed. A good choice for heavy clay soils. 'Karl Foerster' prefers sunny, dry conditions. It can be grown in nearly any soil, including heavy clay. Be sure to provide plenty of moisture in extremely hot weather. Cut back to 6 in. in spring before new growth begins. Propagate by division in either spring or fall. 5 feet high. Full Sun.Zone 4-9. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
Carex 'Evergold' (Carex hachijoensis) One of the most popular variegated sedges, this selection has creamy-yellow leaves with deep green margins. They cascade softly to the ground in a fountain-like manner. Unlike many other sedges, this one prefers dry to average soil moisture. It makes an excellent groundcover and is also interesting in pots. It makes an excellent groundcover and is also interesting in pots. 12" high. Part shade to shade. Zone 4-9. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Carex 'Ice Dance' (Carex hachijoensis) With its wide, strappy leaves measuring 1/4 to 1/2 inch across, this carex makes a bold statement in the shade garden. The leaves are dark green with bright white variegated edges. Small, cream, bottlebrush-like flowers are produced in mid-spring but are rather insignificant to the plant's ornamental value. This variety will grow in a variety of conditions, from nearly full sun to shade in average to moist soil. Unlike many other sedges, 'Ice Dance' is a slow to moderate spreader that should be used as a groundcover or contained in pots. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Festuca 'Elijah Blue' (Festuca glauca) Soft powdery blue, spiky foliage that keeps its color all year round makes this grass a top pick. One of the more durable and longer-lived varieties, 'Elijah Blue' is a small, clumping grass with a rounded habit. In early summer, wheat-like seed heads are produced on tall, spikey stalks in great numbers. Prefering dryer conditions, this is the perfect grass for rock gardens, in stone troughs or pots, for costal climates, or even for use as edging. The Festuca genus is at its best when given full sun and well-drained soil. Afternoon shade is recommended, however, in the warmest regions of the country. Festucas are valued for their clumping habit and are proven performers in areas with cooler climates. In mild areas they act evergreen, but in cooler areas they should be trimmed back almost to the base either before the onset of winter or in early spring. If division is required, it is best performed in the spring so the divisions have time to root in before the onset of winter. 8-10" high, full sun. Zone 4-8. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
Miscanthus 'Purpurascens' One of the very best Miscanthus cultivars available today. Its fantastic fall color, upright habit, early flowering time, and extreme cold hardiness have certainly earned it this recognition. From early to midseason, the leaves are a pleasant grey-green. In the fall, they turn a brilliant reddish orange, hence the name 'Flame Grass'. The seed heads begin to appear in late summer with magenta hues. As winter approaches, they transform into silky white plumes which are especially lovely when backlit by the early morning or late afternoon sun. 4-5 feet high. ZONE 4-9. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
Panicum 'Dewey Blue' Selected by internationally renowned ornamental grass expert Rick Darke for its showy blue color and beautiful fountain-like habit, this grass offers a very long season of interest in the garden. The glaucous grey-green to grey-blue leaves have an upright arching habit, which makes it a choice focal point or specimen for the center of the border. The height and habit of this plant varies depending on the soil fertility and available moisture. It is more upright and shorter in less fertile, drier soils. In late summer or early fall (depending on your climate), strong, upright to arching stems are topped by light, airy, blue-tinged flowers followed by tan seed panicles which continue to provide visual interest well into the winter months. 3-4 feet high. ZONE 4-9. $15 or $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
HELENIUM Zone 4-9 Full sun to part shade Also known as Helen's Flower, or Sneezeweed, there are many fine hybrid selections, valued for their late summer display of bright daisy-like flowers.
'Helena Red Shades' NEW 2010 This strain features flowers in many autumn shades, from yellow to gold, orange, red and bronze. Excellent in the border, as well as for cutting. Often needs to be staked. Plants may be pinched back in June to reduce the height. Easily divided in early spring. Performs best when grown in a moist, rich soil and watered during summer droughts. Powdery mildew can sometimes be a problem. Attractive to butterflies. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
HELIANTHUS Zone 4-9 Full Sun An excellent, hardy perennial relative of the annual sunflower. This forms an upright and bushy clump of coarse green leaves, bearing a late summer display of double golden-yellow daisy flowers.
'Guillick's Variety' NEW 2010 36" wide by 72" high. Large yellow sunflower type blooms with dark centre. Blooms July to September. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
HEMEROCALLIS (Please click for separate Hemerocallis page)
HEUCHERA (Please click for separate Heuchera page)
HIBISCUS Zone 4-9 The hardy forms of hibiscus are valued for their showy late-summer display of enormous satiny blooms. These flower best in areas with long, hot summers. Plants form an upright, bushy mound well suited to the back of a perennial border.
'CRANBERRY CRUSH NEW 2010 48" wide by 48" high. You will love the short but full, compact habit and scarlet red flowers of this new Hibiscus. It represents a breakthrough in hybridizing and an improvement over older cultivars with its pristine habit and substantial flowering ability over a long bloom period. Since it is an indeterminate bloomer, the flowers are produced at the nodes all up the flowering stems rather than just at the top like some other cultivars. Near-black buds open to glossy, deep scarlet red, 7-8 inch wide flowers with heavily overlapping petals. These dramatic blossoms cover the plant from midsummer to early fall. They are set against a perfect backdrop of glossy deep green, leathery, maple-like leaves with slight purple overtones. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'TURN OF THE CENTURY' NEW 2010 48" wide by 72" high. Valued for its late summer display, 'Turn of the Century' produces unusual, bicolored flowers ranging from dark red to light pink. Petals alternate colors, giving them the appearance of a 5-veined pinwheel. Strong, shrub-like foliage, which is more compact than standard hibiscus, supports these beautiful blooms in mid to late summer. Makes an outstanding accent plant. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
IRIS Zone 3-9 Full sun Irises are generally heavy feeders, and should be fertilized 3 times per year: first in the spring when new growth appears, second right after bloom, and third in the fall. When planting them for the first time or when transplanting, use a no-nirtrogen fertilizer such as 0-10-10 worked into the soil. Division is recommended every 3-4 years to maintain healthy plants and achieve the maximum bloom. The best time of year to plant irises is in late summer after they are done blooming. Dig up the entire clump and use a sharp knife to cut apart the rhizomes. Keep only the newer ones around the outer edge of the clump and discard the old, woody center. Replant the new divisions 12-18 in. apart to allow ample room for new growth and good air circulation. Planting at the correct level is critical to the plant's health and flower production. Rhizomes should be planted so the soil barely covers the top of them, or 1-2 in. deep in light, sandy soil. Doing so will help to prevent soft rot. Rhizomes should be planted at the soil surface. If planted too deeply, it can reduce the amount of blooms per season.
Germanica 'Jurassic Park' NEW 2010 20" wide by 40" high. •Canary yellow, broadly ruffled standards •Blended purple falls with silver beards •Blooms from late spring into early summer. Fragrant. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Germanica 'Loop de Loop' NEW 2010 20" wide by 40" high. This selection has white ""standards"" and ""falls"" with striking midnight-violet edging. Choose a sunny position, with a well-drained, loamy soil. Bearded Iris are heavy feeders, so plan to fertilize in early spring, and again in late summer. Plants should be divided every 3 to 4 years, in August. Fragrant. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Germanica 'Mallory Kat' NEW 2010 20" wide by 40" high. Tall dark cherry-red with ruffled edges. A beautiful fragrant iris. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Germanica 'Speeding Again' NEW 2010 20" wide by 40" high. The dark blue-violet color of the large flowers is dramatically punctuated with a white zonal pattern at the center of the ruffled falls. Good vigor and fragrant. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Germanica 'Violet Turner' Violet-purple bitone. Not only does it have a beautiful floral color with shining tangerine beards, Violet Turner also has a pronounced sweet fragrance and tends to rebloom in the summer. 30" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Aureo Variegata' (pallida) Striking golden variegated foliage with green and creamy yellow stripes. Classic lavender-blue flowers in late spring. The brightly colored, striped foliage effectively add interest and cheer anywhere they are planted. Their relatively short stature make them good for edging. 22" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Variegata' (pallida) Striking green and ivory striped leaves. New foliage emerges in spring with creamy yellow margins that fade to ivory as the season progresses. Classic lavender-blue flowers in late spring. The brightly colored, striped foliage effectively add interest and cheer anywhere they are planted. Their relatively short stature make them good for edging. 22" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
KIRENGESHOMA (Yellow Waxbells) Zone 4-9 Sun to part shade to full shade. This is a first-rate foliage plant, forming an exotic-looking, upright mound of toothed green maple-shaped leaves.
'Palmata' Flowers appear in late summer as tubular sulphur-yellow bells, rising above the leaves on purple-black stems. A good candidate for planting in a cool, damp woodland garden. Plants can be somewhat slow to establish and appreciate a mulch of leaves to keep the soil moist and cool. Beautiful in combination with Hostas, ferns, Astilbe, Toad-lilies and other shade-loving perennials. One of the few late-flowering woodland perennials. Great for cutting. Easily divided in spring, every 4 to 5 years. Cut the dead foliage and stems back to the ground in late autumn. Received a Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit (1993). 36-48" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
LAMIUM (Dead Nettle) Zone 2-9 Part shade to shade Lamium will brighten up any shady site with its silvery leaves, including under trees. Growth will be most compact in moist, well-drained soils, but it can grow in drier areas, though it may tend to open up. Lamium is evergreen in mild regions and herbaceous in cooler zones. In both areas, it will benefit by a shearing in the spring to stimulate healthy, new growth. Clumps can easily be divided in spring or early fall.
'Lemon Frost' NEW 2010 20" wide by 8" high. This selection forms a spreading patch of small heart-shaped chartreuse yellow and silver leaves. Clusters of rose-purple flowers appear in spring, then continue off and on until fall. Plants will burn if placed in any direct sun. Also easily divided. $5.00
'Orchid Frost' NEW 2010 20" wide by 8" high. Silvery-white leaves with scalloped, blue-green margins are a lovely backdrop for the delicate, orchid-pink flowers which are produced profusely in midspring and sporadically throughout the summer. The distinctive, two-toned effect of the leaves is unlike any other Lamium, and it simply glows in the shade. This chance seedling also appears to be much more resistant to foliar diseases than other varieties. Lamium makes an excellent, weed-smothering groundcover and is also a good mask for dying bulb foliage. $5.00
'Pink Pewter' Beautiful display of dark green, silvery leaves with white centers. The short spiked salmon pink flowers make it a wonderful ground cover. With a plant height of 6” and a spread of 12-24”, Lamium ‘Pink Pewter’ blooms from May to July. ‘Pink Pewter’ will grow best in shade, but will tolerate some afternoon sun in a moist area. $5.00
'White Nancy' Nearly all-silver leaves with narrow, blue-green margins are a lovely backdrop for the pure white, hooded flowers which are produced from mid spring to early summer. This variety is particularly dense and low, making it an excellent, weed-smothering groundcover. Lamium is also a good mask for dying bulb foliage. 4-8" high. $5.00	Photo Walters Gardens
LEUCANTHEMUM (Shasta Daisy) Zone 5-9 Full sun to Part Shade Shasta Daisies are all-time favorites for the perennial border. The cheery flowers begin to appear in late spring and continue on for several months if faithfully deadheaded. Shastas mix so effortlessly with other perennials that no garden should be without them!
'Banana Cream' NEW 2010 24" wide by 18" high. The 4 inch wide flowers are lemon yellow when they open, brightening to light butter yellow and finally to creamy white as they mature. An extra row of ray petals gives the flowers a fuller appearance than truly single varieties. Since it produces flower buds at each axillary shoot, ‘Banana Cream’ PPAF blooms prolifically all summer long atop strong, upright stems. We knew we had something special with ‘Banana Cream’ when we cut a fresh bouquet of the lemon yellow flowers for the office and two weeks later the flowers still looked as fresh and yellow as the day they were cut! $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
LIGULARIA (Big Leaf) Zone 3-9 Part shade to shade Ligularias are at their best when grown in cool, moist locations in part shade. Protection from the hot, afternoon sun in the south is essential to prevent wilting. They are a natural for the pond side where there is a constant supply of moisture, though they do require good drainage.
'Britt-Marie Crawford' Broad, glossy, dark chocolate leaves with dark purple undersides make an extremely bold statement in the garden. In late summer, golden orange, daisy-like flowers are perched atop purplish-black stems for an all-together captivating composition. There's nothing quite like it! This selection is a Cotswold Garden introduction. 3-4 feet high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'The Rocket' 5-6 feet high, an imposing specimen if planted in full sun will wilt by mid-day, but wilted leaves will recover at night. Does best in shade. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
LILIES Zone 4-9 Full sun to part shade 'Stargazer' Red and pink blooms, fragrant, 32" high. These are started from bulbs and we use the largest size available and put three per pot. $20.00
LUPINS Zone 3-9 Part shade to sun Grow Lupines in full sun or light shade. They require rich organic soil with slight acidity and good drainage. They thrive in cool climates, and find it difficult to survive in areas with extremely hot summers. Applying mulch around the root zone will help to keep the roots cool and will protect them over the winter. Deadheading spent flowers will prolong the bloom time, as well as rejuvenate the plants in cool areas. These plants tend to attract aphids, but this can be avoided by cutting them back periodically, or spraying for the pests before they become a problem.
'My Castle' NEW 2010 16" wide by 40" high. 'My Castle' produces richly colored spikes of brick red flowers. They really come into their own during warm, sunny days and cool nights and look especially lovely when grown in masses with similar varieties. This variety is a member of the Russell Hybrids which grow about 1 foot taller and bloom about 2 weeks later than the Popsicle Series Lupines. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Popscicle Blue' One of the most popular of all the Popsicle Series Lupines. Large spikes of solid purple-blue flowers are produced in early summer, with several flower stems rising above the attractive fan-shaped leaves. They are about a foot shorter than the Russell Hybrids and bloom about 2 weeks earlier too. 18-24" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Popscicle Red' Large spikes of solid red flowers are produced in early summer, with several flower stems rising above the attractive fan-shaped leaves. They are about a foot shorter than the Russell Hybrids and bloom about 2 weeks earlier too. 18-24" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'The Governor' NEW 2010 20" wide by 36" high. Pea-shaped, bright marine blue and white flowers on tall spikes are like a sea of tranquility when planted en masse. These plants come into their own during warm, sunny days and cool nights. They look especially lovely when grown in masses with similar Lupine varieties. This variety is a member of the Russell Hybrids which grow about 1 foot taller and bloom about 2 weeks later than the Popsicle Series Lupines. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
MALVA (Mallow) Zone 4-9An old Cottage-garden favourite, this cousin to the Hollyhock has similar satiny flowers in a soft lavender-purple shade, exotically striped with deep maroon veins. It forms an upright, bushy mound that may need to be staked if grown in rich soil. This is a short-lived perennial or biennial, often flowering itself to death in the first year, but comie back the next year from self-sown seedlings. Excellent in containers, or the sunny border. In cold regions this is well worth growing, because of the long blooming season. Flowers are attractive to butterflies. Also known as Striped Mallow.
'Zebrina' NEW 2010 24" wide by 48" high. One tough perennial! 'Zebrina' sports soft pink flowers with striking, raspberry-purple veins, achieving a pinwheel effect. These outstanding 2 inch, bowl-shaped flowers are produced in abundance from early summer to frost on robust, shrub-like plants. Heat and drought are not a problem for this perennial. Though it is sometimes short-lived, Malva will self-seed readily assuring years of blooms. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
MONARDA (Bee Balm) Zone 3-9 Part shade to full sun Monarda is native to eastern North America, so it is easy to grow and it multiplies quickly. The flowers' sweet nectar attracts scores of hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees to the garden. The aromatic foliage smells like mint when crushed and is often used to flavor teas.
'Colrain Red' NEW 2010 30" wide by 48" high. Whorls of bright red florets with a touch of yellow are perched atop the stout, square stems of this monarda from midsummer to early fall. It has demonstrated a high resistance to mildew. 'Colrain Red' was selected from the Chicago Botanic Garden's Plant Evaluation Program as an outstanding perennial for Midwest gardens. The flowers' sweet nectar attracts scores of hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees to the garden. The aromatic foliage smells like mint when crushed and is often used to flavor teas. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Purple Rooster' NEW 2010 30" wide by 48" high. Large, true royal purple flowers are produced over most of the summer on clean, mildew-free plants that never required staking despite their three foot height. Fantastic true royal purple flowers and clean foliage. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
PACHYSANDRA 'Green Carpet' Pachysandra has long been a favorite groundcover for the shade. It is prized for its clean, evergreen foliage and speed of colonization once established. Pachysandra can be grown on slopes or level ground, which makes it an ideal candidate for shady river banks or under trees. In early to mid spring, bottle brush-like, white flowers are produced above the new growth. $5.00
PAEONIA (Peony) Zone 2-9 Sun to Part Shade Peonies are classic garden plants that add a bit of nostalgia and charm to the garden. Their fragrant blooms and lush foliage have made them popular for years, and with the recent resurgence in breeding, they will continue to improve. Peonies are simple to grow and can be utilized in many ways, including mass plantings, specimens, or hedges. By choosing a mixture of early, midseason, and late blooming varieties, you can have blooms for up to 6 weeks. A permanant, sunny or partly shady site is ideal for Garden Peonies. Protection from afternoon sun and from harsh winds will help to prolong the lives of the the exotic flowers. Peonies will perform best in well-drained, evenly moist, rich soil with a pH near neutral and they are drought-tolerant once established. When planting a Garden Peony, the depth is particularly important. To ensure flowering, the eyes must be planted 1.5 to 2 inches below ground level. An annual topping of compost is recommended each Fall. Though peonies may be slow to establish, you can be assured that they are developing a deep, substantial root system which will help to produce flowers that are well worth the wait. Once established, peonies can live 50 years or more.
'Felix Crousse' Carmine-red blossoms with a silvery sheen are lavishly produced in early summer. This is a fragrant, double variety. 28" high. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Festiva Maxima' NEW 2010 24" wide by 34" high. Noticeably fragrant, white blooms with red drizzled throughout the center is the highlight of this reliable bloomer. The flowers have a massive, loose form. This popular double is one of the most widely available peonies in cultivation today. It blooms in late spring. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Kansas' Large, bright watermelon red flowers which are fully double appear on strong, dark green stems in early summer. The color is sunfast, ensuring top performance, and it contrasts well with the mid-green foliage. Cut a few stems to bring the lovely scent of the blossoms inside. 32" high. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Karl Rosenfield' Paeonia 'Karl Rosenfield' Peony-Garden Brilliant, fuchia-red blooms are both sizable and fragrant. This double variety blooms from early to midsummer. 34" high. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Mons. Jules Elie' Broad, smooth, rose-pink guard petals surround a mound of recurved, silvery-pink petals, giving the flower a slight two-toned effect. This bomb peony blooms in early summer. 30" high. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Sara Bernhardt' NEW 2010 24" wide by 34" high. Gigantic, double, apple blossom pink flowers are an old fashioned favorite. This variety blooms in early to midsummer. 'Sarah Bernhardt' was selected as the 2004 Dried Cut Flower of the Year by the Assoc. of Specialty Cut Flower Growers. $20.00	Photo Walters Gardens
PERVOSKIA (Russian Sage) Zone 4-9 Sun The ideal plant for hot, dry climates! Russian Sage is classified as a subshrub or woody perennial. It performs very well in full sun and any well-drained soil. Average to dry moisture levels are ideal, and few pests bother this plant. If pruning is necessary, do so in Spring when new growth appears. Prune back to just above the lowest bud.
'atriplicifolia' 1995 Perennial Plant Association Plant of the Year! Airy spikes of lavender-blue flowers top strong stems with small, finely dissected, silvery-green leaves. Its loose, open habit makes this perennial an effective filler in the back of the border. 36-48" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Little Spire' Was selected for its relatively short, upright habit which prevents the leaning that is typical of the species. Small, narrow, grey-green leaves compliment the lavender-blue flowers. This cultivar has a wonderfully long blooming period beginning in late summer and continuing well into the fall. 25" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
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POLEMONIUM (Jacob's Ladder) Zone 3-9 Sun to part shade Easy to grow, polemoniums prefer a cool, moist environment with protection from afternoon sun. Deadheading will encourage sporadic reblooming in late summer. Though it seldom needs to be divided, it may be done in spring or fall.
'Snow and Sapphires' Snow and Sapphires' is an outstanding cultivar which makes a bold statement in the garden. The large fern-like leaflets are light green with a winter white border. Fragrant, sky-blue flowers appear on tall stems above the mounded foliage in early summer. 24-30" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
POLYGONATUM (Solomon's Seal) Zone 2-9 Part Shade to Shade Solomon's Seal is a natural plant for the shady woodland garden, even tolerating heavy shade. Deep, rich, moist soil is best. Solomon's Seal is sometimes slow to establish itself, but is very long-lived and easy to maintain once it does. Divide plants in the spring or fall.
'variegata' A classic beauty for the woodland garden. Grown mostly for its clean variegated, soft green foliage which turns yellow in fall, Solomon's Seal is a charming plant for the shade. Standing about 18" tall and arching slightly at the top, the unbranched stems with large, alternate leaves support the dangling white flowers below. On quiet spring evenings, the flowers exude a subtle lily-like fragrance. The stems are beautiful in cut flower arrangements. 18-24" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
PRIMULA (Primrose) Zone 4-7 Part shade to full shade Primroses will produce dazzling flowers each spring if they are well-maintained. Ideally, they should be planted in heavy, humus-rich, boggy soils, perhaps near bodies of water where their shallow roots will not dry out. Primula capitata can be grown in full sun, but only if the plants are located in boggy soil. Otherwise, they should be planted in partial shade. Plants will go dormant in hot, dry summer weather unless they are kept well-watered. Though they are fully hardy in the north, primroses need protective insulation such as snow cover in the late winter months so they are not lost to late hard freezes.
'Pacific Hybrids' Highly praised for its large flower size and clear, vibrant colors. Flowers freely in a wide range of colors including yellow, maroon, lavender, white, pink, and blue-violet. Most have large eyes of contrasting colors. The 'Pacific Hybrids' put on a fantastic color show in early spring. 6-8" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Salvana' NEW 2010 8" wide by 6-9" high. This cheerful spring bloomer produces unique button-like flowers atop powdery silver stems. They make a delightful addition to spring bouquets. The deep violet-blue, trumpet-shaped flowers are held in pincushion-like clusters. Each cluster is dusted with silver on top, matching the silver flower stems. They rise above the basal rosette of oblong, serrated, green leaves from late spring into early summer. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
RHEUM Zone 4-9 Related to regular old garden rhubarb, the ornamental forms are wonderful for their bold, architectural effect in the border. Stems are not edible. CAUTION: Harmful if eaten.
'tanguticum' NEW 2010 This form has large pointy-edged leaves tinged with bronzy-red in spring, later becoming green. Bizarre spikes of flowers tower overhead in summer, in shades of soft pink to red, and these are interesting as cut flowers. Plants must have a rich, moist site to perform their best. Clumps may be divided in early spring, but this is seldom necessary. Roots have been used medicinally in China, but the stems are not edible. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Budd Gardens
SAGINA (Moss) Zone 4-7 Full sun Sagina grows best in full sun. Evenly moist soil is best and good drainage is essential. The foliage will begin to brown if the plants get too dry. For best results, plant it in a container where moisture and light levels can be controlled.
'Scotch Moss' A creeping, moss-like, evergreen groundcover that can be used as a replacement for lawn in cool-summer regions. Irish Moss is especially beautiful growing between pavers and flagstones on a path or wall. It can also be used as an underplanting beneath taller plants. Delightful tiny white flowers appear atop the tight green carpet of foliage from late spring to midsummer. Yellow foliage, 2-4" high. $5.00
'Irish Moss' A creeping, moss-like, evergreen groundcover that can be used as a replacement for lawn in cool-summer regions. Irish Moss is especially beautiful growing between pavers and flagstones on a path or wall. It can also be used as an underplanting beneath taller plants. Delightful tiny white flowers appear atop the tight green carpet of foliage from late spring to midsummer. Green foliage, 2-4" high. $5.00
SALVIA (Sage) Zone 4-9 Full sun Salvia is easy to grow in almost any climate. Though it is drought tolerant, it will bloom better with regular watering. Deadheading encourages a longer bloom time. If plants get leggy during the season, cut them all the way back to the newly developed foliage. If cut back, plants may rebloom in fall but often the flowers are fewer and smaller.
'Caradonna' This is a fairly new selection from Zillmer Pflanzen in Uchte, Germany. It is similar to 'East Friesland' but with two distinct differences: a rigidly upright habit and dark purple flower stems which accentuate the bright violet-blue flowers. They are great in fresh bouquets. The leaves are aromatic when crushed. 24-30" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'East Friesland' NEW 2010 24" wide by 18" high. Spikes of vibrant violet-purple flowers stand at attention above the nicely mounded foliage of 'East Friesland'. Its foliage is aromatic when crushed. This is the perfect choice for containers or the front of the border. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Walters Gardens
'Maynight' 1997 Perennial Plant Association Plant of the Year! This award winning salvia is a top performer in the landscape. Dense spikes of deep violet-purple flowers are produced in early summer and will continue longer if deadheaded. This is a clump forming plant with oblong leaves which are aromatic when crushed. Use it in containers, beds, and borders. 18" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
SAMBUCUS Zone 2-9 Part shade to full sun Sambucus (elder or elderberry) is a genus of between 5 and 30 species of shrubs or small trees, formerly placed in the honeysuckle family.
'Thundercloud'This is a selection from Cotswold Garden Flowers. Extraordinarily black burgundy foliage darkens best in the full sun The pink flowers give way to dark fruits which are enjoyed by the song birds. 6 feet high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
SEDUM (Stonecrop) Zone 2-9 Part shade to full sun Sedum is one of the most popular perennials grown in American gardens because it is very easy to grow and hardy in most areas of the country. Because of its thick, succulent leaves which can store water, sedum is drought tolerant. It should be sited in average to poor soil that is well-drained. Plants grown in rich soil tend to be lanky and open. Most varieties should be grown in full sun to light shade. The lower growing types, however, will survive in partial shade. Divide sedum every 3-4 years to maintain its compact growth habit. Older plants tend to split in the center if they have not been divided. Pinching the taller varieties back by half in early summer will also help prevent them from splitting. This plant is not usually bothered by pests or diseases. The seed heads of the taller varieties provide excellent winter interest and food for birds. Remove them in spring when the new growth begins to show. Tall, upright sedums form substantial clumps of foliage which can be substituted for shrubs in the landscape. Their stout, sturdy stems support the massive flower heads which develop in summer and burst into bloom in fall. If left standing, they provide winter interest and food for birds.
'Aureum' NEW 2010 The creeping selections of Stonecrop are excellent groundcover plants, particularly for hot, dry sites with poor soil. Forms a low carpet of fleshy, rounded lyellow-green leaves, spreading to form a thick patch. Clusters of bright yellow star flowers appear in summer. A fast grower, this is best kept away from slower alpine plants that it might smother. Good choice for tubs and mixed containers. $5.00
'Blue Carpet' The creeping selections of Stonecrop are excellent groundcover plants, particularly for hot, dry sites with poor soil. Blue-gray foliage in summer then changing to deep blue and lovely hues of purple in colder weather. In late summer, foliage is completely covered with small pink star- shaped flowers. Extremely heat drought tolerant. A good plant for walkways,rock gardens and container plantings. 2" high. $5.00
'Coral Carpet' NEW 2010 The creeping selections of Stonecrop are excellent groundcover plants, particularly for hot, dry sites with poor soil. It forms a low carpet of small, rounded green leaves that are clustered together like little beads, taking on rich red tones in summer and winter. White star flowers appear in summer. Nice in a rock garden, but keep this fast grower away from slower alpine plants that it might smother. Grows well in containers. Easy to propagate; simply break pieces off before they begin to flower and stick them in the ground. Good winter effect. Useful for planting in green roofs or in rock walls. Short enough to use between flagstones in a patio or walkway. $5.00
'Ogon' The creeping selections of Stonecrop are excellent groundcover plants, particularly for hot, dry sites with poor soil. This beautiful perennial will brighten up a rock garden, wall, container or any place a small scale, shallow rooted groundcover is needed. The low mat has bright golden yellow flowers in the spring. Needs good drainage, sun to light shade (all but the hottest sun) and moderate water. 1" high. $5.00
'Purple Emperor' 2002 ISU Perennial Award for Best New Introduction! 'Purple Emperor' has very dark reddish-purple foliage and a semi-upright habit. It captures your attention from the moment the dusky purple leaves emerge in spring, and forms a solid substantial mass of foliage. In late summer, dusty rose flowers appear in large clusters atop the bright reddish-purple stems. These blossoms age to bronze in the fall. 16" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
SEMPERVIRENS (Hens and Chickens) Zone 2-9 Full sun Sempervivum is comprised of one large rosette called the "hen" which sprouts many smaller rosettes around it called "chicks". As the plants age, the "hen" may die out and be replaced by the "chicks". Plants can be divided easily at any time by pulling up some of the "chicks" and replanting them elsewhere. Sempervivum is the perfect plant for hot, dry, sunny locations with very well-drained soil. Though they can adapt to a variety of soil types, they perform best in gritty soil. If a groundcover effect is desired, space plants close together because they grow slowly. This plant is particularly effective when planted in the cracks and crevices of stone walls or walkways. It is also very attractive in containers.
'Braunii' Small, dark green leaves covered with fine white hairs form tight rosettes which measure about 2 inches across. Their sharply pointed tips are occasionally flushed with red. This color may vary per season. Unique yellow flowers are produced on leafy stalks in midsummer. 3-4" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Cobweb' One of the most distinctive types of Sempervivum. Aptly named, 'Cobweb' is covered with fine, white threads which crisscross between the leaves' tips like a cobweb. Each rosette of pointy, blue-green leaves grows about 1 inch wide. Their color may vary from season to season. Unusual rose-red flowers are produced on leafy stalks in midsummer. 3-4" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Pilioseum' Forms medium to large rosettes of grey-green leaves. This color may vary from season to season. These rosettes have a rounded, semi-loose form. 3-4" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Purple Beauty' Sports medium sized, semi-open rosettes of succulent leaves with deep purple tips and green centers. This color may vary from season to season. This variety requires especially sharp drainage. 3-4" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
THALICTRUM (Meadow Rue) Zone 5-9Meadow-rue has beautiful, lacy foliage a little bit like a Columbine or Maidenhair Fern in effect.
'Black Stockings' NEW 2010 24" wide by 58" high. Tall almost black stems, with green leaves, topped with a large flat topped flower cluster of lavender, fluffy flowers. Very showy for the back of the border. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Terra Nova Nursery
'Evening Star' NEW 2010 8" wide by 15" high. A lovely woodland and shade container perennial with maidenhair-like foliage. Leaflets colored olive, tan, and copper to red-brown are held on wiry stems; each with a central silver star. Tufts of lavender flowers float over the foliage spring through summer. An exciting new perennial for some enchanted evening. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00	Photo Terra Nova Nursery
TIARELLA (Foamflower) Zone 3-9 Part shade to full shade Tiarellas are riding on a tidal wave of popularity thanks to their shade tolerance, unusual leaf shape, dramatically marked foliage, repeat flowering, and light fragrance. Tiarellas prefer woodland conditions: humus-rich, moisture retentive soil and dappled to full shade. If properly sited, they will keep their nice foliage all winter long, shedding it only when the warmer days of spring arrive. Divide them in early spring before flowering or later in the summer if desired.
'Black Snowflake' One of the most elegant foamflowers to date, 'Black Snowflake' PP13684 sports deeply dissected, glossy, green leaves with prominent black-purple centers. The new growth is nearly all black, resembling its namesake. Typical of Tiarella, this coloration is more pronounced in cooler weather. This selection is a clump-former. Lightly fragrant, white, star-like flowers appear on 12 inch tall spikes in spring. They seem to capture the filtered sunlight, lighting up their shady surroundings. 12" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Crowfeather' An excellent new Tiarella introduced in 2002 by Terra Nova. Sports bright green, deeply lobed leaves with purple-black feathering throughout the midrib and veins. Typical of Tiarella, this coloration is more pronounced in cooler weather. This is probably the best Tiarella for winter color; the leaves become a colorful brocade of pink, red, purple, and black. This selection is a strong grower with a clumping habit. In the spring, 12 inch tall spikes of star-like, slightly fragrant, tawny-pink flowers appear above the foliage. They seem to capture the filtered sunlight, lighting up their shady surroundings. 8" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Iron Butterfly' The leaves of this selection are very broad and more deeply dissected than any of the others. They are glossy green with prominent black-purple centers. Typical of Tiarella, the coloration is more pronounced in cooler weather. During the fall and winter, the foliage takes on a purplish-bronze coloring. This selection is a clump-former. From spring into early summer, lightly fragrant, white, star-like flowers appear on 12-16 inch tall spikes. They seem to capture the filtered sunlight, lighting up their shady surroundings. 6-8" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Mystic Mist' The leaves of this selection are very broad and more deeply dissected than any of the others. They are glossy green with prominent black-purple centers. Typical of Tiarella, the coloration is more pronounced in cooler weather. During the fall and winter, the foliage takes on a purplish-bronze coloring. This selection is a clump-former. From spring into early summer, lightly fragrant, white, star-like flowers appear on 12-16 inch tall spikes. They seem to capture the filtered sunlight, lighting up their shady surroundings. 9" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Sugar and Spice' Dan Heims of Terra Nova Nurseries has been hybridizing Tiarella for years and has introduced many fantastic cultivars to date. But after he came up with 'Sugar & Spice' PP16738, he saw no need to continue hybridizing in this genera. 'Sugar & Spice' has everything Dan has ever looked for in a tiarella: glossy, deeply dissected leaves with a prominent central blotch, abundant pink and white lightly fragrant flowers, and beautiful winter foliage color. This clump forming selection is a show stopper in shaded gardens and containers. 8" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
TRADESCANTIA (Spiderwort) Zone 3-9 Full sun to full shade Tradescantia is adaptable to many types of soil as long as it is moist and well-drained. It will grow in any amount of sunlight, from full sun to full shade. In full sun, plants must be kept moist to prevent scorching. Plants will have nicer foliage, though perhaps fewer flowers, in partial to full shade. After flowering declines, cut plants all the way back. This will encourage new growth and a second round of bloom. This clump-forming perennial is easy to divide in either the spring or in early fall. Seedlings may sprout around the parent plant, but they are easily lifted and moved. Tradscantia is very attractive when planted in a naturalized area or by a pond or stream.
'Concord Grape' Triangular, concord grape blossoms with sulphur yellow stamens. Each 1.5 inch wide, 3-petaled flower only lasts for one day, but the plants have lots of buds, extending the bloom time up to eight weeks. The flowers are self-cleaning, so deadheading is not necessary. This cultivar has frosted blue-green foliage which remains compact, making it attractive both in bloom and out. 15-18" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
'Red Cloud' Triangular, rose-red blossoms. Each 1-2 inch wide, 3-petaled flower only lasts for one day, but the plants have lots of buds, extending the bloom time up to eight weeks. The flowers are self-cleaning, so deadheading is not necessary. 15-18" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
VERONICA (Speedwell) Zone 3-9 Full sun to part shade This perennial is tolerant of a wide range of well-drained soil types. Amending soils, especially very heavy and light types, with generous amounts of organic matter will result in improved performance. Although tolerant of partial shade, it will flower better in full sun. Deadheading will promote additional blooms. Shear back the foliage if it becomes worn-looking after flowering.
'Royal Candles' Masses of violet-blue spikes dart up above the compact, upright, deep green foliage of 'Royal Candles' PPAF all summer long. Butterflies love to drink their sweet nectar. Unlike some other veronicas, the bottom foliage of this variety does not die out. This trait coupled with its shorter habit makes it ideal for the front of the border, as an edging, or in containers. Many people consider this cultivar to be the best upright form of veronica. 15-18" high. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
VINES
Lonicera 'Dropmore Scarlet' NEW 2010 Trumpet Honeysuckle is a native vine that needs a trellis or pole in order to climb. This selection features clusters of crimson and yellow flowers in late spring, then off and on until frost. Although not fragrant, the flowers are very attractive to hummingbirds. Foliage is blue-green in colour, remaining attractive well into the winter. May also be grown as a spreading groundcover. Prune back hard every 2 to 3 years in order to force dense growth from the base. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
Parthenocissus 'engimanii' NEW 2010 One of the finest vines for covering walls as it clings to the smoothest surfaces with great tenacity. Olive green glossy foliage turning brilliant red in autumn; grows rapidly. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00
YUCCA (Adam's Needle) Zone 3-9 Full sun to part shade Yuccas thrive in any type of well-drained soil including those that are very dry. Though they will grow in partial shade, they reach their full potential only if they receive sun all day long. Many yuccas do not bloom until they are mature. Once they start, though, you will see that they were worth the wait. The flower stalks retain some ornamental value after the blooms have faded. Mature plants sometimes develop plantlets near their base. These can be dug and transplanted elsewhere if desired.
'Golden Sword' NEW 2010 In early to midsummer, spectacular sturdy flower stalks rise 4-6 feet tall from the center of the plant. The individual bell-shaped, creamy white flowers are 2-3 inches long and dangle from the stems like earrings. $12.00 or 3 for $35.00

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