Ernest Markham Clematis

The Clematis µErnest Markham¦, Viticella x group, has dark red, magenta blooms that flower in July and range in height of 12-15¦ and has a spread of 3¦. The foliage is dark green and makes a great contrast with the flower color. Clematis prefers full sun but will tolerate shade in the morning in a well-drained area. The tops of Clematis prefer full sun while their roots prefer a cool, shady area. It is best to heavily mulch the root zone to provide this cool, shady area. (Restricted States: AK, AZ, CA, FL, HI, OR, OT, WA)

Mrs. Bradshaw Geum

The Geum 'Mrs. Bradshawµ, Geum chiloense, produces lovely scarlet, semi-double flowers that are shaped like small roses. Its fresh green, fuzzy foliage makes it different from the rest. µMrs. Bradshaw¦ needs full sun but can tolerate afternoon shade, in moist well-drained soil. It is a perfect addition to any cottage garden, makes a wonderful combination with bright yellows, gold¦s and true blues (like Delphiniums, Salvias), for borders and mass plantings and for cuttings.

Torchy Hibiscus

The Hibiscus 'Torchy', is one of the darkest red flowering varieties in the Fleming series. It aslo has very thick ruffled flowers that make it somewhat unique. 'Torchy' stands 4' in height and has 3 lobed leaves that are light green and offer a very interesting contrast. It is best to plant this Hibiscus in a full sun area and it will tolerate most soil types. 'Torchy' looks wonderful with grasses, and as a background plant.

Autumn Moor Grass

The Grass, 'Autumn Moor', Sesleria autumnalis, is very upright.This grass is a tough yet beautiful evergreen with vivid yellow green to almost chartreuse foliage. The attractive flowers grow up to 4" to 6" long, and emerge as purplish black upright spikes. The blades are held erect and become silvery white in late summer to fall. The lime green foliage is ideal for edging. A phenomenal grass to use as a large-scale groundcover, a filler in beds, or as an underplenting for shrubs and trees.

Big Bluestem Grass

The Grass, 'Big Bluestem', Andropogon gerardii, is a native prairie grass. This grass is also called Turkey feet because the shape of the seed heads look like turkey feet. It is also called beard grass. The name big bluestem grass comes from the fact that this grass can grow to very big, 4 to 7 feet as a matter of fact. The hairy blades, which can get to be 12 inches long and 1/2 inch wide, will get a red tinge on the leaves as they get older, and turn bronze in the fall. Very attractive grass which works well as an accent plant or in mass plantings.

Blue Oat Grass

The Grass 'Blue Oat Grass', Helictotrichon sempervirens , is more enduring than blue fescues. Blue Oat grass is the best choice for accents. The clear blue summer foliage echoes with dwarf blue spruce and blue junipers. For a dramatic effect, try Helictotrichon with deep maroon leaved canna lilies. The blades are upright and divergent. Blue Oat grasses are mostly grown for its metallic blue foliage. The handsome flowers resembling one-sided oat panicles appear in June and grow 1-2 feet above the leaves.

China Love Grass

The Grass 'China Love Grass', Eragrostis sp., is a dense mounded grass with a handsome compact foliage. The beautiful, pinkish-red, airy flowers, from summer to fall, form a dense, cloud-like appearance over clumping, dwarf foliage. Place this grass in full sun. China Love grasses begin to bloom early. This fescue-like plant produces fluffy drifts of pinkish red flowers through summer. As the seed heads mature, they turn an enchanting shade of gold.

Henryi Clematis

The Clematis µHenryi¦, Lanuginosa X group, has white flowers with brown anthers that bloom in June and September and range in height of 10-12¦ and a spread of 3¦. The red flowers are approximately 6-8÷ wide. Clematis µHenryi¦ was a winner of the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit and one can see why. The tops of Clematis prefer full sun while their roots prefer a cool, shady area. It is best to heavily mulch the root zone to provide this cool, shady area.

Jackmanii Clematis

The Clematis µJackman¦, Clematis x jackmanii, is the best blooming Clematis in its family. With dark purple flowers that bloom in July, it ranges in height of 7-10¦ and has a spread of 3¦. The foliage is dark green and makes a great contrast with the flower color. Clematis µJackmanii¦ needs a supporting structure to grow properly but will also grow over large shrubs. The tops of Clematis prefer full sun while their roots prefer a cool, shady area. It is best to heavily mulch the root zone to provide this cool, shady area.

Niobe Clematis

The Clematis µNiobe¦, Jackmanii x group, has dark red with gold anthers blooms that flower in June to July and range in height of 6-10¦ and has a spread of 3¦. The red flowers are approximately 6-8÷ wide. Clematis µNiobe¦ received the Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society and one can see why. The tops of Clematis prefer full sun while their roots prefer a cool, shady area. It is best to heavily mulch the root zone to provide this cool, shady area. (Restricted States: AK, AZ, CA, FL, HI, OR, OT, WA)

Biedermeier Columbine

The Columbine 'Aquilegia Biedermeier Columbine¦, also known as Aquilegia µBiedermeier', is a beautiful, easy to grow spring blooming perennial. The blue-green foliage adds texture and color in the fall to any of your perennial beds. It is best used in rock gardens or in containers and for beds and borders, in cottage gardens and it attracts butterflies. Enjoy this popular flower in your garden or as a cut flower.

Denver Gold Columbine

The Columbine 'Denver Gold', Aquilegia chrysantha, has large, very showy, yellow flowers that can measure over 3" across. The fragrant flowers reflect the sunshine of their Rocky Mountain home. µDenver Gold¦ blooms in late spring, and if deadheaded, will be a heavy reblommer. ß Columbine is a profuse self-seeder so it should be planted 12-18÷ apart. It is best used in rock gardens or in containers and for beds and borders, in cottage gardens and it attracts butterflies. Enjoy this popular flower in your garden or as a cut flower.

Kims Knee High Coneflower

The Echinacea µKim's Knee High¦, Echinacea purpurea, also known as Coneflower, is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful large flowers with deep pink petals & bright orange centers.The large, fragrant flowers bloom from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu¦s, fight off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Magnus Coneflower

The Echinacea µMagnus¦ Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, also known as Purple Coneflower, Hedge coneflower, and Black Sampson, is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful deep purple daisy-like flowers, a bit larger than the rest of its family. It was Perennial Plant of the Year in 1998, one can see why. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu¦s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Pikes Peak Purple Penstemon

The Penstemon µPikes Peak Purple¦, Penstemon x mexicale, has constant small, violet-purple flowers that bloom all summer long with narrow, lance-shaped evergreen foliage. It is best to plant Penstemon in a full sun location, having a moist, well-drained area. Being drought tolerant, µPikes Peak Purple¦ looks great in a perennial border, in a naturalized setting, in rock gardens or for cuttings. Hummingbirds and butterflies love this perennial, not to mention being deer resistant.

Matrona Sedum

The Sedum µMatrona¦ is one of the finest of all upright sedums in its family. Its sturdy, dark burgundy stems look wonderful with its gray green leaves, edged with a deep rose color. The umbrella-like flower heads are maroon to pale pink. Blooming from August to September, it has a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 12÷. µMatrona¦ is a great choice for beds and borders and excellent as cut flowers. It is also a great butterfly and bee attractor and is disease resistant.

Blue Verbena Patio Temari

The Verbena Patio Temari - (Blue) is well suited for container plantings because of their bushier, upright growth habit. Patio Blue will reward you with a bountiful show of bright velvety blue blooms on top of dark green, lush, fern-like foliage. This Verbena is a vigorous grower and will quickly fill your containers to brighten up those empty corners of the patio. Also great for use as borders in the landscape. Temari's bushy and upright habit makes for masses of richly colored flowers that cascade over the edges of pots and window boxes.

Chaters Mix Hollyhock

The Hollyhock 'Chater's Mix', Alcea rosea, has a wide array of flower colors including pink, red and yellow. The Hollyhock family is made up of a rather large group that exhibits tall stature (4-6') and being biennial in nature. Although Hollyhocks are short lived, they reseed themselves. The large blooms of 'Chater's Mix Hollyhock' flower in the summer months. Alcea is a wonderful plant near the back of the border, working great along walls or fences. They are best planted in full sun in a well-drained area.

Albormarginata Hosta

The Hosta µAlbomarginata¦, Hosta undulata, has soft green leaves with white bands, making it very striking. The Hosta flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 32-36÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

August Moon Hosta

The Hosta µAugust Moon¦, Hosta sieboldiana, has wide, heart-shaped gold colored foliage with slightly rippled margins, making it very striking. The white to pale lavender flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 24÷ and a spread of 24-36÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Aureomarginata Hosta

The Hosta Aureomarginata, Hosta fortunei, has a heart-shaped deep green foliage with a yellow band. The purple flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 36-48÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage.This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Elegans Hosta

The Hosta 'Elegans', Hosta sieboldiana, is an extra large Hosta with heart-shaped leaves. Being blue-green in color, it has a heavy, deeply tucked texture with powdery like cast which make it very striking. The white flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Fragrant Bouquet Hosta

The Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet, displays wavy leaves with a creamy edge and are apple green in the middle.The1998 AHS Hosta of the Year boasts wavy leaves with a creamy edge and apple green in between. The fragrant white flowers flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 20÷ and a spread of 32-36÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses.

Francee Hosta

The Hosta µFrancee¦, Hosta fortunei, has heart-shaped dark green leaves with narrow yellow changing to white margins. The lavender flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 36-48÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Francis Williams Hosta

The Hosta µFrancis Williams¦, Hosta sieboldiana, is a large Hosta with wide yellow margins that surround blue-green centers, making it very striking. The white flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 24÷ and a spread of 48-60÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hot Pink Verbena Patio Temari

The Verbena Patio Temari - (Hot Pink) is well suited for container plantings because of their bushier, upright growth habit. Patio Hot Pink will reward you with a bountiful show of bright velvety pink blooms on top of dark green, lush, fern-like foliage. This Verbena is a vigorous grower and will quickly fill your containers to brighten up those empty corners of the patio. Temari's bushy and upright habit makes for masses of richly colored flowers that cascade over the edges of pots and window boxes.

Red Verbena Patio Temari

The Verbena Patio Temari - (Red) is well suited for container plantings because of their bushier, upright growth habit. Patio Red will reward you with a bountiful show of bright velvety red blooms on top of dark green, lush, fern-like foliage. This Verbena is a vigorous grower and will quickly fill your containers to brighten up those empty corners of the patio. Temari's bushy and upright habit makes for masses of richly colored flowers that cascade over the edges of pots and window boxes.

Rose Verbena Patio Temari

The Verbena Patio Temari - (Rose) is well suited for container plantings because of their bushier, upright growth habit. Patio Rose will reward you with a bountiful show of bright velvety rose blooms on top of dark green, lush, fern-like foliage. This Verbena is a vigorous grower and will quickly fill your containers to brighten up those empty corners of the patio. Temari's bushy and upright habit makes for masses of richly colored flowers that cascade over the edges of pots and window boxes.

Blue Purple Verbena pedula Superbena

The Verbena pedulla superba - (Blue Purple), displays blue- purple super large flowers. It exhibits strong and vigorous growth and combines mildew resistance which are Superbena's specialties. This tremendously improved Verbena is like nothing you've ever seen.This Verbena is perfect for baskets, patio containers, on balconies and window boxes or as an outstanding flowering groundcover. It is already a mega-seller because of its colors and upright trailing-cascading habit.

Burgandy Verbena pedula Superbena

The Verbena pedulla superba - (Burgandy), displays burgundy super large flowers. It exhibits strong and vigorous growth and combines mildew resistance which are Superbena's specialties. This tremendously improved Verbena is like nothing you've ever seen.This Verbena is perfect for baskets, patio containers, on balconies and window boxes or as an outstanding flowering groundcover. It is already a mega-seller because of its colors and upright trailing-cascading habit.

Neon Sedum

The Sedum µNeon¦, Sedum spectabile, is topped with large heads of neon bright pink flowers that reaches a height of 18-24÷ and has a plant spread of 18-24÷. The dark gray-green foliage makes this plant attractive in any garden. Sedum µNeon¦ blooms from August to September. Sedum 'Neon' needs to be planted in full sun in well-drained soil. It is also a great butterfly and bee attractor and disease resistant.

Purple Emperor Sedum

The Sedum 'Purple Emperor', also known as Stonecrop, has dark purple, almost black leaves with compact purple stems. In the summer, they are topped with heads of pinkish, purple flowers. With a plant height of 15÷ and a spread of 12-23÷, it is wonderful in any landscape. Sedum µPurple Emperor¦ was awarded the Outstanding Perennial Plant Award from the International Hardy Plant Union in 2002. 'Purple Emperor' is a great choice for beds and borders and excellent as cut flowers. It is also a great butterfly and bee attractor and disease resistant.

Vera Jameson Sedum

The Sedum µVera Jameson¦, also known as Stonecrop, is a wonderful ground cover with bold color for the fall season. µVera Jameson¦ has a height of 6-8÷ and a spread of 12÷. The dense, star shaped, pink flowers appear in late summer and last in fall, and bloom from May to September. The new growth shows blue-green leaves that turn into deep mahogany red in the fall that can¦t be missed. It is also a great butterfly and bee attractor and is disease resistant.

Snow in Summer

The Cerastium µSnow in Summer¦, Cerastium tomentosum, is a wonderful bright-white, star shaped flower that blooms from last spring to early summer. The silvery, mat-forming foliage looks great as a ground cover, in rock walls or between stepping-stones. This easy to grow perennial requires full sun and will grow in dry to moist soils that are well drained. For a perennial that can be planted anywhere, µSnow in Summer¦ is the way to go.

Concord Grape Spiderwort

The Spiderwort 'Concord Grape', Tradescantia µConcord Grape¦, has dark bluish-green foliage with purple flowers. The flowers open for one day but new blooms appear from June to October. The contrast of the flower color and foliage make it a definite eye catcher. µConcord Grape¦ mixes beautifully with wild and naturalistic woodlands, in any perennial bed or as a border plant and attracts butterflies. Try µConcord Grape¦ with Geranium µJohnson¦s Blue¦ or Alchemilla µLady¦s Mantle¦.

Sweet Kate Spiderwort

The Spiderwort 'Sweet Kate', Tradescantia, has a brilliant gold leaf form. This new import from the UK is taking the gardening world by storm! The brilliant golden foliage (brightest in full sun) is highlighted with a procession of deep blue flowers from late spring until fall. If flowering slows, behead the plant and it will start to regrow and flower all over again. Each plant is a true masterpiece. Fantastic in shade gardens and combos. A vigorous grower.

Klaus Jelitto Stokes Aster

The Aster µKlaus Jelitto Stoke¦s¦ Aster, Stokesia laevis, has leathery, strap-like leaves that form a clump at the base with large daisy-like flowers at the end of the stem. The powdery blue flowers bloom from July until frost have a plant height of 18÷ and a plant spread of 18-24÷.µKlaus Jelitto Stoke¦s¦ Aster will do best in a full sun area with morning shade and well-drained soil. To increase bloom time, deadhead after the first initial flowering.

Prairie Dusk Penstemon

The Penstemon µPrairie Dusk¦, Penstemon barbatus, has tall vivid purple tubular blooms and dark green leathery foliage. Blooming in early summer, it has a plant height of 30÷ and a spread of 12-18÷. The foliage on µPrairie Dusk¦ is beautiful all year long. It is best to plant Penstemon in a full sun location, having a moist, well-drained area. Being drought tolerant, µPrairie Dusk¦ looks great in a perennial border, in a naturalized setting or for cuttings. Hummingbirds and butterflies love this perennial, not to mention being deer resistant.

Prairie Splendor Penstemon

The Penstemon µPrairie Splendor¦ has large flowers of white, rose, lavender and pink with narrow, lance-shaped evergreen foliage. The flowers only last for about four weeks in midsummer but defiantly don¦t want to be missed. µPrairie Splendor¦ has a plant height of 26÷ and a spread of 18-24÷. Being drought tolerant, µPrairie Splendor¦ looks great in a perennial border, in a naturalized setting, in rock gardens or for cuttings. Hummingbirds and butterflies love this perennial, not to mention being deer resistant.

Red Rocks Penstemon

The Penstemon µRed Rock¦, Penstemon x mexicale, has constant small, bright, rich, magenta flowers that bloom all summer long with narrow, lance-shaped evergreen foliage. It is best to plant Penstemon in a full sun location, having a moist, well-drained area. Being drought tolerant, µRed Rock¦ looks great in a perennial border, in a naturalized setting, in rock gardens or for cuttings. Hummingbirds and butterflies love this perennial, not to mention being deer resistant.

Pink Peony

The Pink Peony, Paeonia lactiflora. Although there are many Peonies on the market in this day and age, at this time we have chosen unnamed varieties, simply pink, red and white. Peonies are one of the best cut flowers and are often used in the Midwest to decorate gravesites on Memorial Day. All of our peonies are widely adaptable to most soils across the country. Peonies are one of the longest lived perennials and are often split and divided by their owners and given to other gardeners.

Red Peony

The Red Peony, Paeonia lactiflora. Although there are many Peonies on the market in this day and age, at this time we have chosen unnamed varieties, simply pink, red and white. Peonies are one of the best cut flowers and are often used in the Midwest to decorate gravesites on Memorial Day. All of our peonies are widely adaptable to most soils across the country. It also looks good in mass. It is not uncommon to see peonies planted along the driveway or lane in a mass.

Sunny Border Blue Speedwell Veronica

The Veronica µSunny Border Blue¦, Veronica spicata, also known as Speedwell, is an easy to grow perennial that adds beauty to any garden. This Veronica produces wonderful dark blue flowers that bloom from June till September. µSunny Border Blue¦ was voted Perennial of the Year in 1993, and one can see why. Try µSunny Border Blue¦ with Hemerocallis µStella de Oro¦ or Veronica µWhite Icicles¦. Veronica is great for the first time gardener plus it is deer resistant.

Purple Coneflower

The Echinacea µPurple Coneflower¦, Echinacea purpurea, is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful lavender to purple daisy-like flowers. Coneflowers produce large, fragrant flowers bloom from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu¦s, fight off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Denver Botanic Garden Brome Grass

The Grass 'Denver Botanic Garden Brome', Brachypodium sylvaticum, is a mounded ornamental grass. It is beautiful with Hosta and Ferns. The soft downy foliage and slender oat-like flowers need good drainage to look their best. They can be planted along banks of ponds, incorporated into perennial gardens, grouped together, utilized as a ground cover along walkways, paths or on steep banks. They aren't fussy about soil requirements, are drought tolerant as well as insect and disease resistant.

Gold Standard Hosta

The Hosta 'Gold Standard', Hosta fortunei, has heart-shaped large broad leaves with creamy yellow and variable dark green margins. The pinkish, lavender flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 24÷ and a spread of 36-48÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

White Swan Coneflower

The Echinacea µWhite Swan¦ Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful white daisy-like flowers. The large, fragrant flowers bloom from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu¦s, fight off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Amber Waves Coral Bells

The Heuchera 'Amber Waves', Heuchera micrantha, also known as Coral Bells and Alumroot, is a gold leaf coral bells! After years of waiting, the folks at Terra Nova have produced one of the most unique coral bells that we have ever grown. Heuchera 'Amber Waves', which won the "Best New Plant" You will be dazzled by this new introduction and a winner of several European awards. From Dan Heims' prolific breeding program, the light rose colored flowers definitely play second fiddle to the stunning, ruffled, amber gold foliage.

Amethyst Myst Coral Bells

The Heuchera µAmethyst Myst¦, Heuchera x µAmethyst Myst¦, also known as a Coral Bell and Alumroot, has unique, deep purple foliage that is dusted with silver, unlike the other burgundies of its family. In springtime, light pink flowers appear that last into the summer, however, Coral Bells are not known for their flowers, but their foliage. µAmethyst¦ Myst looks especially good around the edge of borders, near variegated plants, woodland edges, rock gardens, perennial borders, or in mass to form an attractive ground cover. Great for a beginner gardener.

Green Spice Coral Bells

The Heuchera 'Green Spice', Heuchera micrantha, also known as Coral Bells, Alum Root, Crimson Bells, is a vigorous growing variety has excellent leaf color contrast, large, dark gray-edged silver leaves with purple veining. The summer blooming flowers are cream colored and contrast nicely with the dark color of the foliage. It is impressive in seasonal container gardens. Green Spices exhibits excellent growth qualities and is more shade tolerant than most hybrid coral bells.

Palace Purple Coral Bells

The Heuchera µPalace Purple¦, Heuchera micrantha, also known as Alumroot or Coral Bell, is one of the most popular Coral Bells on the market. Being named Perennial of the Year in 1991, one can see why. With its unique deep purple foliage, fading to bronzy green in hot summers and its dark red stems, makes it a little different than the rest. µPalace Purples¦ looks especially good around the edge of borders, near variegated plants, woodland edges, rock gardens, perennial borders, or in mass to form an attractive ground cover.

Plum Pudding Coral Bells

The Heuchera µPlum Pudding¦, Heuchera x µPlum Pudding¦, also known as a Coral Bell and Alumroot, has unique pewter gray and silver foliage with undercurrents of deep purple. In the spring time, small green and maroon flowers appear that last into the summer, however, Coral Bells are not known for their flowers, but their foliage. µPlum Pudding¦ looks especially good around the edge of borders, near variegated plants, woodland edges, rock gardens, perennial borders, or in mass to form an attractive ground cover.

Purple Petticoats Coral Bells

The Heuchera 'Purple Petticoats', Heuchera micrantha, also known as Coral Bells, Alumroot and Crimson Bells is a robust, stocky Heuchera that's easy and reliable. This plant is simply superb! This new Dan Heims introduction is destined to become one of the best from the entire line of coral bells.As in most Coral Bells, the flowers are insignificant The strongly ruffled leaves are a rich chocolate with bright burgundy undersides. Try it in combos with purples, yellows, and reds.

Eruption Hibiscus

The Hibiscus 'Eruption', grows to 3' in height and is perfectly names with its explosion of 8" hot pink flowers. It is one of the best bloomers in the Fleming Family of Hibiscus. The oak shaped leaves have purple castings which also make this variety quite unusual. The color of this flower must be seen to be believed.It is best to plant this Hibiscus in a full sun area and it will tolerate most soil types. 'Eruption' looks wonderful with grasses, as a background plant or with Hibiscus 'Fantasia' and Hibiscus 'Old Yella'.

White Peony

The White Peony, Paeonia lactiflora. Although there are many Peonies on the market in this day and age, at this time we have chosen unnamed varieties, simply pink, red and white. Peonies are one of the best cut flowers and are often used in the Midwest to decorate gravesites on Memorial Day. All of our peonies are widely adaptable to most soils across the country. The white peony featured here has a very clean, pure white flower that really is a wonderful specimen in the garden.

Argentus Thyme

The Thyme 'Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus' displays a pale gray green foliage edged with bright white. This Thyme is a cool-color stunner with a semi-trailing habit.It should be planted in full sun, tolerating some morning shade, in a well-drained area. It does well in dry soils, but prefers a moist location. Itis perfect for rock gardens, near stones or bricks, or along pathways. It is a favorite to honeybees.

Golden Tiara Hosta

The Hosta µGolden Tiara¦ has heart-shaped green leaves with wide chartreuse and white margins foliage, making it very striking. The dusky lavender flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not only known for their flowers. With a plant height of 12÷ and a spread of 24-36÷, µGolden Tiara¦ provides bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Halcyon Hosta

Hosta 'Halcyon', Hosta tardiana, is a vigorous grower and is known as one of the best blue Hosta¦s. The white to pale lavender flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 24÷ and a spread of 32-36÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. It is also extremely slug-resistant due to its thick leaves. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses.

June Hosta

The Hosta 'June', Sport of H. Hacyon, displays leaves with a green edge and are have gold colored centers. The fragrant violet flowers flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 16÷ and a spread of 32-36÷, this Hosta provides bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses.

Lancifolia Hosta

The Hosta µLancifolia¦ was reported to be the first Hosta in America. The oval to lance-shaped, shiny green and slightly wavy foliage, makes this variety very striking. The dark purple flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 12÷ and a spread of 32-36÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Patriot Hosta

The Hosta µPatriot¦, Hosta fortunei, has heart-shaped, glossy medium green leaves with a large white margin, making this variety very striking. The Hosta flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 22÷ and a spread of 36-48÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Dwarf Fountain Grass

The Grass 'Dwarf Fountain Grass', Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'. The dwarf fountain grass 'Hameln' is a great grass for a specimen or in mass plantings. The leaves are narrow and arch, add to this seed-heads that resemble bottle brushes which are a rose copper bristly head. They can be planted along banks of ponds, incorporated into perennial gardens, grouped together, utilized as a ground cover along walkways, paths or on steep banks. They aren't fussy about soil requirements, are drought tolerant as well as insect and disease resistant.

Dwarf Variegated Ribbon Grass

The Grass 'Dwarf Variegated Ribbon grass', Phalaris arundinacea dwarf garters, is an outstanding, upright arching grass. It is similar to 'Strawberries and Cream', except the white-striped foliage loses its pink tint by early summer. It's also better mannered and not as floppy. Showy, soft white flowers rise 6 - 12" above the foliage. Even after the first frost has turned the foliage and flowers a warm beige, their beauty remains throughout the winter. Dwarf Varigated Ribbon grasses are agressive growers.

Dwarf White Striped Sweet Flag Grass

The Grass 'Dwarf White Striped Sweet Flag', Acorus gramineus Variegatus, is a mounded, non-invasive rhizone. This old garden favorite loves moist conditions. The arching sword-like foliage will light up shady corners, form attractive mass plantings, or add a bold accent.Sweet Flag is neither a sedge or a grass but a grass-like perennial and does well planted by the side of a pond or any boggy spot. It is evergreen and will grow in light shade or sun.

Evergold Sedge Grass

The Grass 'Evergold Sedge', Carex hoshimensis 'Evergold' is a mounded grass. A Japanese sedge that forms a low cascading clump of evergreen leathery leaves with a sunny cream-colored stripe down the center.'Evergolds' will tolerate dry shade but prefers sites with moist, rich soil. A choice plant for edging or in the rock garden. It is a great container plant as well as a good ground cover .

Feather Reed Grass

The Grass 'Feather Reed Grass', Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster', is a beautiful upright grass. 'Karl Forester' is a cool season grower with dark green, shiny foliage that appears in early spring and lasts until late fall. The flowers appear in June - earlier than many other ornamental grasses.It grows best in moist, well-drained fertile soil, and does well in moist heavy clay soil. This is a cool-season grass, which allows planting or transplanting in spring or fall. It truly has year-round beauty.

Golden Fruited Sedge Grass

The Grass 'Golden Fruited Sedge', Cyperales Cyperaceae Carex aurea, is a mounded sedge grass. A sedge with beautiful silver foliage and showy spring flowers that yield bright yellow fruit. A choice Hosta companion. A very nice tufted perennial grass. They can be planted along banks of ponds, incorporated into perennial gardens, grouped together, utilized as a ground cover along walkways, paths or on steep banks. They aren't fussy about soil requirements, are drought tolerant as well as insect and disease resistant.

Fantasia Hibiscus

The Hibiscus 'Fantasia' is one of the most ruffled Hibiscus in its family. The lavender gray flowers are a great contrast with its maple-shaped leaves. It looks great in any setting or grouping. It is best to plant this Hibiscus in a full sun area and it will tolerate most soil types. 'Fantasia' looks wonderful with grasses or as a background plant.

Silver Scrolls Coral Bells

The Heuchera µSilver Scrolls¦, Heuchera x µSilver Scrolls¦,also known as a Coral Bell and Alumroot, has unique plum and silver foliage with deep purple veins, which mature to green. In the springtime, white flowers appear that last into the summer, however, Coral Bells are not known for their flowers, but their foliage. (It can tolerate some morning sun.) µSilver Scrolls¦ look especially good around the edge of borders, near variegated plants, woodland edges, rock gardens, perennial borders, or in mass to form an attractive ground cover.

Snow Angel Coral Bells

The Heuchera µSnow Angel¦, Heuchera sanguinea,also known as Alumroot or Coral Bell, has unique light green marbled foliage with light cream variegation. In the springtime, pinkish-red flowers appear that last into the summer, however, Coral Bells are not known for their flowers, but their foliage. µSnow Angel¦ looks especially good around the edge of borders, woodland edges, rock gardens, perennial borders, or in mass to form an attractive ground cover.

Strawberry Swirls Coral Bells

The Heuchera 'Strawberry Swirl, Heuchera x 'Strawberry Swirl', also known as Coral Bells, Alumroot and Crimson Bells, have ruffled green leaves overlaid with silver veining. They are a lovely background for the gorgeous strawberry pink flowers. What sets this plant off from the others is the very tall (30") stalks of coral-pink blooms which give off a mild fruit aroma. They look especially good around the edge of borders, woodland edges, rock gardens, perennial borders, or in mass to form an attractive ground cover.

Velvet Night Coral Bells

The Heuchera 'Velvet Night', Heuchera x 'Velvet Night', also known as Coral Bells, Alumroot and Crimson Bells is the darkest of the dark Coral Bells. This plant virtually glows in the garden or in pots. When underplanted with Lysimachia 'Goldilocks', or contrasted with golden foliaged hostas, this superb perennial really jumps. Look closely and you will see that they are also covered with very fine hairs that give them their velvety appearance. Late spring to early summer bloom.

American Dream Coreopsis

The Coreopsis µAmerican Dream¦, Coreopsis rosea, has a rosy pink daisy-like flower with a yellow center. In the Tickseed family, the dark green fernlike, thin and delicate foliage makes a great contrast to any garden. Blooming from June to October, µAmerican Dream¦ stands at 15÷ tall and a plant spread of 18-24÷. It is very effective in naturalized areas, rock and cottage gardens, ground cover or wild gardens. No garden should be without it.

CrFme Brulee Coreopsis

The Coreopsis µCrFme Brulee¦ is new to the market and has bright deep yellow flowers that blooms from June through October. In the Tickseed family, µCrFme Brulee¦ has larger flowers than most Coreopsis in its family. µCrFme Brulees¦ have a plant height of 24÷ and a spread of 18÷. The bright green thread leaf foliage makes a great contrast with the flower color. Coreopsis µCrFme Brulee¦ looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens.

Fireball Hibiscus

The Hibiscus 'Fireball', is the second most popular Fleming Hibiscus on the market today, growing to a height of 3-4'. 'Fireball' has bright burgundy flowers that explode over purplish 'cut-leaved' foliage. It has the best flower in the Fleming Hibiscus species because of its overlapping nature, texture, red color and outer shape components. 'Fireball' looks wonderful with grasses, as a background plant or with Hibiscus 'Old Yella' and Hibiscus 'Torchy' or as an alternative plant to Hibiscus 'Lord Baltimore'.

Coral Red Verbena pedula Superbena

The Verbena pedulla superba - (Coral Red), displays coral red super large flowers. It exhibits strong and vigorous growth and combines mildew resistance which are Superbena's specialties. This tremendously improved Verbena is like nothing you've ever seen.This Verbena is perfect for baskets, patio containers, on balconies and window boxes or as an outstanding flowering groundcover. It is already a mega-seller because of its colors and upright trailing-cascading habit.

Red Dragon

The Persicaria µRed Dragon¦ is a wonderful variety in the Persicaria family. With its superb, variegated maroon leaves with burgundy heart shaped centers and a white chevron, it has a plant height of 2¦ and a spread of 18-23÷. The flowers are white and bloom in June and July, but this plant is more noted for its foliage. It does need a well-drained area, making sure it is not over watered. µRed Dragon¦ will look great in any perennial garden, in mixed container, woodland edge or near ponds and streams.

Little Spire Russian Sage

The Perovskia µLittle Spire Sage¦, Perovskia atriplicifolia, is an exciting new variety to the Sage family. Growing only 3¦ high with a plant spread of 12-18÷, it is one that should not be missed. The lavender-purple flowers make a great contrast with its silvery, fragrant foliage. Deadhead for repeat bloom time. It does need a well-drained area. µLittle Spire¦ looks great anywhere in the garden. It is resistant to deer, attracts butterflies, an excellent choice for hot, dry gardens, and has attractive winter foliage.

Blue Hills Salvia

The Salvia µBlue Hills¦, Salvia nemorosa µBlauhugel¦, has glowing purple stems loaded with true blue flowers that bloom from June to October. With its gray-green aromatic foliage, it makes an attractive accent all summer long. µBlue Hills¦ has a plant height of 15÷ and a spread of 18-24÷ and stays in excellent compact form. Salvia µBlue Hills¦ should be planted in full sun in a moist well-drained area. Blooms look wonderful next to Sedum µMatrona¦, Achillea 'Coronation Gold' and Saliva µSnow Hill¦.

Caradonna Salvia

The Salvia µCaradonna¦, Salvia nemorosa, has glowing purple stems loaded with violet-purple flowers that bloom from June to October. With its gray-green aromatic foliage, it makes an attractive accent all summer long. Salvia µCaradonna¦ was awarded the Outstanding New Perennial in 2000 by the International Hardy Plant Union. It is hardy for container gardening and provides excellent cut flowers. Blooms look wonderful next to Sedum µMatrona¦, Achillea 'Coronation Gold' and Saliva µSnow Hill¦.

East Friesland Salvia

The Salvia µEast Friesland¦, Salvia nemorosa µOstfriesland¦, has glowing purple stems loaded with violet-purple flowers that bloom from June to October. With its blue-green, lance-shaped aromatic foliage, it makes an attractive accent all summer long. It has a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 18-24÷ and stays in excellent compact form. Salvia µEast Friesland¦ should be planted in full sun in a moist well-drained area. Blooms look wonderful next to Sedum µMatrona¦, Achillea 'Coronation Gold' and Saliva µSnow Hill¦.

Early Sunrise Coreopsis

The Coreopsis µEarly Sunrise¦, Coreopsis grandiflora, is a definite superstar among yellow flowers. This All-American Selections Gold Metal Award Winner has yellow flowers flush to orange-yellow near the center and bloom June through October. In the Tickseed family, the dark green thread leaf foliage makes a great contrast with the flower color. It should be cut backing early and late summer to extend the bloom period. Coreopsis µEarly Sunrise¦ looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens.

Golden Toupee Fescue Grass

The Grass 'Golden Toupee Fescue', Festuca ovina glauca 'Golden Toupee', is a beautiful tufted ornamental grass. A superb choice for a showy border planting or rock garden, the tight clumps of bright yellow foliage also complement conifers and other evergreens and also work well in containers. Somewhat insignificant, pale green flowers first appear in flattened, terminal panicles above the foliage on erect, slender stems in early summer, maturing to a straw color by mid-summer Pest and disease free.

Royal Standard Hosta

The Hosta µRoyal Standard¦ is a vigorous, large Hosta with dark green leaves, making this variety very striking. The light lavender fragrant flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 36-48÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Golden Variegated Hakone Grass

The Grass 'Golden Variegeted Hakone Grass', Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola', is a mounded non-invasive rhizome grass. It has brilliant yellow, bamboo-like foliage streaked with green lines. In the fall, the leaves turn an intense ruby pink. Attractive as a specimen, in mass plantings, or in combination with other shade loving plants. Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil with light shade or half-day sun. The yellow variegation turns red/brown if grown in too much sun. Pest and disease free.

Golden Variegated Sweet Flag Grass

The Grass 'Golden Variegated Sweet Flag', Acorus gramineus Ogon, is a mounded, non-invasive rhizome grass. It is great for containers, edging or as a groundcover. Fragrant, butter yellow sword-like blades create a striking contrast. Rich golden yellow foliage grows to 10 inches high, 1 foot spread. It has a typical philodendron flower that can be used fresh or dried. It grows well in pots, ponds, as an edging or groundcover and even grows indoors. It doesnªt like to dry out but can handle sun or shade.

Green Sedge Grass

The Grass 'Green Sedge', Carex dipsacea, is a mounded sedge. It is striking and versatile. Green Sedge features slender, iridescent olive green leaves.It does well in a variety of conditions, especially mixed containers. This perennial is a native plant.Contrary to true ornamental grasses, Green Sedge grows well in shaded situations with moist, well-drained soil. These grass-like, clumping plants are grown for foliage effect in borders, containers, ground cover, rock gardens and water gardens.

Heavy Metal Switch Grass

The Grass 'Heavy Metal Switch Grass', Panicum virgatum, is also known as Blue Switch Grass. The 'Heavy Metal' switch grass has a striking metallic blue leaf color. It has a very upright, erect growth habit and will not fall over in a heavy rain. In autumn, pink flowers are formed and the fall leaf color is yellow.The loose, broad, weeping plumes of purple-green spikelets, bloom stalks rise above the foliage. It is quite handsome when used in groups. It thrives in full to partial sun.

Horsetail Rush Grass

The Grass 'Horsetail Rush', Equisetum hyemele, is an upright mounded, clumping rhizome. An ancient plant with bushy, slender stems and a weeping habit. When young, the slender stems grow horizontally but the plant sends up thicker, vertical stems as it ages. In winter, the evergreen, gray green foliage turns a rich bronze. It has jointed, hollow stems that are furrowed and green with black bands that give it a bamboo-like appearance.

Indian Grass

The Grass 'Indian Grass', Sorghastrum nutans, is a clump forming native grass that reaches 4-5' in height. Indian grass is one of the most important native tall grasses. There are prominent claw-like lobes or "rabbit-ears" at the point where the leaf blade attaches to the stem. Indian Grasses have plume-like seed heads that turn a chestnut brown, and later take on a grey coloration. This grass is fairly tolerant to drought conditions. Seeds are consumed by birds and small mammals.

Limerock Passions Coreopsis

The Coreopsis µLimerock Passions¦ is a sport of Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby'. It has beautiful lavender pink, glossy flowers that cover the finely cut foliage. The dark green thread-like foliage makes a great contrast with its flower color, blooming from June through October. µLimerock Passions¦ is extremely drought tolerant with a plant height of 16÷ and a spread of 34÷. Coreopsis µLimerock Passions¦ looks great with Coreopsis µMoonbeam¦, Coreopsis µSweet Dreams¦, and with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens.

Limerock Ruby Coreopsis

The Coreopsis µLimerock Ruby¦ has beautiful rosy red, glossy flowers that cover the finely cut foliage. The dark green thread-like foliage makes a great contrast with its flower color, blooming from June through October. µLimerock Ruby¦ is extremely drought tolerant with a plant height of 12÷ and a spread of 23-27÷. It should be cut backing early and late summer to extend the bloom period. Coreopsis µLimerock Ruby¦ looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens.

Moonbeam Coreopsis

The Coreopsis µMoonbeam¦, Coreopsis verticillata, is the most popular perennial in its family. µMoonbeam¦ was named Perennial of the Year in 1995 and one can see why. With its clusters of light yellow, daisy-like blooms and its green airy fernlike foliage, µMoonbeam¦ Coreopsis blooms from June through October and is mildew resistant. Coreopsis µMoonbeam¦ looks great with Coreopsis µSweet Dreams¦, and with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens. No garden should be without it.

Pink Coreopsis

The Coreopsis 'Pink', Coreopsis rosea, is the first pink, with a yellow center, flowering variety of the Coreopsis family. In the Tickseed family, the daisy like blooms flower from June through October with a plant height of 10-12÷ and a spread of 14-18÷. The dark green fernlike foliage makes a great contrast with the flower color. It should be cut backing early and late summer to extend the bloom period. µPink¦ Coreopsis looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens.

Marcus Salvia

The Salvia µMarcus¦, Salvia nemorosa, is a new dwarf version of the Salvia µMay Night¦. With its compact, dense habit of growing, it is easy to accommodate in any perennial garden. Spikes of intense violet-blue flowers bloom on top gray-green foliage and flower from June to October. µMarcus¦ has a plant height of 12÷ and a spread of 12-18÷. It is hardy for container gardening, as a border plant and provides excellent cut flowers. Blooms look wonderful next to Sedum µMatrona¦, Achillea 'Coronation Gold' and Saliva µSnow Hill¦.

Variegata Hosta

The Hosta µVariegata¦, Hosta undulata, has dramatic, narrow, lance-shaped wavy leaves with white centers edged in green, making it very striking. The Hosta flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 24-36÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses.

Wide Brim Hosta

The Hosta µWide Brim¦ has a deep blue-green center with very wide, irregular margins of cream with gold tints at maturity, making it very striking. The lavender flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta¦s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 20÷ and a spread of 32-36÷, Hosta¦s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage.This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses.

Hardy Ice Plant

The Delosperma µHardy Ice Plant¦, Delosperma cooperi, is a wonderful ground cover that has single, deep rose to purple blooms. The foliage, said to make this plant a real winner, is deep green, almost succulent looking and extremely shinny. Delosperma has a plant spread of 12-24÷ and a height of 4÷. Hot conditions keep the flowers blooming most of the summer and it requires little to no care. Delosperma looks great as a ground cover in a rock garden or in front of a perennial border.

Icicles Licorice

The Licorice Plant, Helichrysum thianschanicum, is ideal for adding texture and structure to the front of borders. It exhibits long, narrow, velvety silver-colored foliage. Licorice plants have a upright compact habit. This perennial is cold tolerant. It is a very popular accent plant which looks like miniature silver Pine. Strong, quick to grow, with a compact habit. Yellow flowers may appear in summer.

Ann Chowning Iris

The Iris µAnn Chowning¦ has intense velvety red flowers with deep yellow signals. With a velvety texture and beautiful evergreen foliage, it has a plant height of 36÷ and a width of 18-24÷. Blooming from spring into summer, µAnn Chowning¦ would be an attractive backdrop for your garden. It is an easily grown Iris. Iris µAnn Chowning¦ is useful in many ways. It can also be used in difficult banks and preventing erosion. They also make magnificent cut flowers and are resistant to deer.