Blue Diamonds Scabiosa

The Scabiosa japonica 'Blue Diamonds¦, also known as Pincushion Flower, is a dwarf selection that only reaches 6 inches tall. The wonderful lilac-blue flowers bloom from June to October. µBlue Diamonds¦ is a reminiscent of a pincushion full of pins. With its green foliage, it has a plant spread of 12-18", and it is disease resistant. µBlue Diamonds¦ is great for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds and does excellent in rock gardens. It will do excellent for front-of-the-border areas, with Coreopsis µMoonbeam', Dianthus 'Bath's Pink', in mass plantings or as cut flowers.

Pink Lemonade Scabiosa

The Scabiosa Pink Lemonade, 'Scabiosa columbaria', also known as Pincushion Flower, has wonderful light pink flowers that bloom from June to October. With its green foliage, it has a plant height of 10÷ and a spread of 12-18"and is disease resistant. It is best to plant Scabiosa in full sun, with well-drained soil and it should be watered regularly throughout the warmer months to increase its overall performance. It will do excellent for front-of-the-border areas, with Coreopsis µMoonbeam', Dianthus 'Bath's Pink', in mass plantings or as cut flowers.PPAF

Satin Doll Spiderwort

The Spiderwort Satin Doll, 'Tradescantia andersoniana', has compact and upright green foliage with large pink flowers. The flowers open for one day but new blooms appear from June to October. With a plant height of 12-15÷ and a spread of 18-24÷, it is one that should not be missed. The contrast of the flower color and foliage make it a definite eye catcher. µSatin Doll¦ mixes beautifully with wild and naturalistic woodlands, in any perennial bed or as a border plant and attracts butterflies. Try µSatin Doll¦ with Geranium µJohnson¦s Blue¦ or Alchemilla µLady¦s Mantle¦. PPAF

Shimmer Mixed Spiderwort

The Spiderwort Shimmer Mixed, 'Tradescantia andersoniana', has compact and upright green foliage with large pink, lilac, blue, rose, mauve and occasional white flowers. The flowers open for one day but new blooms appear from June to October. With a plant height of 30÷ and a spread of 24-36÷, it is one that should not be missed. µShimmer Mixed¦ mixes beautifully with wild and naturalistic woodlands, in any perennial bed or as a border plant and attracts butterflies. Try µShimmer Mixed¦ with Geranium µJohnson¦s Blue¦ or Alchemilla µLady¦s Mantle¦. PPAF

Honeysong Purple Stokes Aster

The Aster Honeysong Purple, 'Stokesia laevis', has leathery, strap-like leaves that form a clump at the base with huge true royal purple daisy-like flowers with a hint of red at the end of the stem. The powdery blue flowers bloom from July until frost have a plant height of 14÷ and a plant spread of 18-24÷. µHoneysong Purple¦ Aster will do best in a full sun area with morning shade and well-drained soil. Great for summer color in beds, borders or containers it produces excellent cut flowers. To increase bloom time, deadhead after the first initial flowering.

First Light Sunflower

The Sunflower First Light, 'Helianthus salicifolius µFirst Light¦, a Blooms of Bressingham plant, displays a solid mass of 2÷ daisy light yellow flowers. The fuzzy, linear green leaves make a wonderful contrast with the flowers. µFirst Light¦ has a plant height of 4¦ and a spread of 28÷. Try Helianthus as cut flowers, in the back of beds or borders, with Ornamental Grasses or Asters. Birds also love the seeds that are produced. µFirst Light¦ will give a stunning explosion of color to any perennial garden.

Low Down Sunflower

The Sunflower Low Down, 'Helianthus angustifolius µLow Down¦, a Blooms of Bressingham plant, is a dwarf form of Helianthus µFirst Light¦. It has a solid mass of deep gold flowers. The fuzzy, linear green leaves make a wonderful contrast with the flowers. µLow Down¦ has a plant height of 12÷ and a spread of 20÷. Helianthus should be planted in full sun with average to well-drained soils. Try Helianthus as cut flowers, in the back of beds or borders, with Ornamental Grasses or Asters. µLow Down¦ will give a stunning explosion of color to any perennial garden. PP 13,197

Sweet Woodruff

The Galium Sweet Woodruff, 'Galium odoratum', is a new ground cover that has delicate white flowers that look wonderful with its dark green foliage. When dried, the leaves are mildly fragrant. Galium blooms from late spring to early summer. µSweet Woodruff¦ has a plant height of 6-12÷ and a plant spread of 12÷. It requires full sun but will tolerate morning shade and moist, well drained soil. (More shade is required in warm climates.) Use µSweet Woodruff¦ as an edging perennial, in a naturalized area, or as a ground cover beneath shrubs.

Crow Feather Foam Flower Tiarella

The Tiarella Crow Feather, 'Tiarella hybrid', also known as Foamflower, is becoming one of the most popluar shade perennials on the market today. µCrow Feather¦ has bright green foliage with purple to black centers and is very fragrant. Best of all, the winter colors are more exciting. They are a mix of red, pink, black and purple. Tiarella will do best in full shade and need average to moist soil. They can be planted as a ground cover or mingled with other shade loving plants. PPAF

Neon Lights Foam Flower Tiarella

The Tiarella Neon Lights, 'Tiarella hybrid', also known as Foamflower, is becoming one of the most popular shade perennials on the market today. µNeon Lights¦ has deeply cut fuzzy green foliage. The highlights of black and purple patterns make it what it is. Best of all, the coloration is more intense during the winter months, not to mention being lightly fragrant. Try planting this popular perennial with Lamium µWhite Nancy¦, Hosta µPatriot¦ or µJapanese Painted Fern¦. They can be planted as a ground cover or mingled with other shade loving plants. PPAF

Sea Foam Foam Flower Tiarella

The Tiarella Sea Foam, 'Tiarella hybrid', also known as Foamflower, is becoming one of the most popular shade perennials on the market today. µSea Foam¦ has deeply cut fuzzy green foliage. No other Tiarella has a better contrast in the leaf color. The highlights of black and purple patterns make it what it is. Tiarella will do best in full shade and need average to moist soil. Try planting this popular perennial with Lamium µWhite Nancy¦, Hosta µPatriot¦ or µJapanese Painted Fern¦. They can be planted as a ground cover or mingled with other shade loving plants. PPAF

Aztec Gold Veronica

The Veronica Aztec Gold, 'Veronica spicata', is an easy to grow perennial that adds beauty to any garden. This creeping ground cover produces wonderful short spikes of sky blue flowers that bloom from June till September. With its brilliant golden foliage, it has a plant height of 3÷ and a spread of 1-2¦. µAztec Gold¦ needs a full sun area with well-drained soil. Try µAztec Gold¦ with Hemerocallis µStella de Oro¦ or Veronica µWhite Icicles¦. Veronica is great for the first time gardener plus it is deer resistant. PPAF

Blue Streak Veronica

The Veronica Blue Streak, 'Veronica spicata', is an easy to grow perennial that adds beauty to any garden. This Veronica produces wonderful spikes of lavender blue flowers that bloom from June till September. With its brilliant green foliage, it has a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 18-24÷. µBlue Streak¦ needs a full sun area with well-drained soil. Deadhead the flowers after the first bloom to prolong its bloom time. Try µBlue Streak¦ with Hemerocallis µStella de Oro¦ or Veronica µWhite Icicles¦. Veronica is great for the first time gardener plus it is deer resistant. PPAF

Yellow Yarrow

The Yarrow Anthea, 'Achillea millefolium', a Blooms of Bressingham plant, is an upright yellow flowered Yarrow that blooms from June through September, providing excellent color throughout the summer months. With fern-like aromatic, silvery to gray-green foliage, it is considered to be one of the best yarrows in any landscape. Yarrow should be planted in full sun and is tolerant of hot humid summers. For an attraction to butterflies, deer and rabbit resistant, one can¦t go wrong with this plant. PP8828

Bright Edge Yucca

The Adam's Needle, 'Yucca filamentosa µBright Edge¦, is a clump forming perennial with tufts of dark green leaves edged in golden yellow. In the summer time, the foliage is even more golden. The creamy, bell-shaped, white flowers hover over the foliage. The red coloration on the long blades highlight the flowering crown. µBright Edge¦ has a plant height of 18÷ and a spread of 20÷. It should be planted in full sun and in a well-drained area. µBright Edge¦ looks great in a subject garden or in containers and is also a butterfly attractor.

Color Guard Yucca

The Adam's Needle, 'Yucca filamentosa µColor Gard¦, is a clump forming perennial with yellow strips down the middle of the dark green foliage, looking ribbon-like. In the winter months, the foliage turns pink. The creamy, bell-shaped, white flowers hover over the foliage and are fragrant. The red coloration on the long blades highlight the flowering crown. µColor Gard¦ has a plant height of 24÷ and a spread of 36÷. It should be planted in full sun and in a well-drained area. µColor Gard¦ looks great in a subject garden or in containers and is also a butterfly attractor.

Navy & White Columbine

The Columbine µNavy and White', 'Aquilegia', also known as the Spring Magic Series, is a beautiful, striking, easy to grow spring blooming perennial. The green foliage adds texture and color in the fall to any of your perennial beds. With a height of 14÷ and a plant spread of 18÷, you won¦t want to miss this. 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. It is a definite eye-catcher.

Pleat Columbine

The Columbine Double Pleat Blue and White, 'Aquilegia hybrida µDouble Pleat Blue and White¦, 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. The exquisite pleated flowers are mostly purple-blue and white, but one may find pink and white like petticoats. 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.

Scabiosa - Samanthas Pink

The Scabiosa 'Samanthas Pink', is a vigorous and robust Pinchusion plant, displaying large pink flowers. The lovely medium pink blooms on long stems also cut well. æSamanthas PinkÆ is reminiscent of a pincushion full of pins. With its gray-green foliage, it has a plant height of 16ö and a spread of 12-18". It is also disease resistant. It is best to plant Scabiosa in full sun, with well-drained soil and should be watered regularly throughout the warmer months to increase its overall performance. Deadheading after the first bloom will encourage repeat bloom time. æGiant BlueÆ is great for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds and does excellent in rock gardens. It will do excellent for front-of-the-border areas, with Coreopsis æMoonbeam', Dianthus 'Bath's Pink', in mass plantings or as cut flowers.

Hosta - Pineapple Poll

The Hosta 'Pineapple Poll' exhibits intriguingly twisted and undulating leaves with an upright habit. The dark green leaves are heavily rippled and have good slug resistance. Leaves are 10" long x 4" wide.The lavender flowers bloom from July to August, however, HostaÆs are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 19" and a spread of 40-50ö, this Hosta provides bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. Hosta æPineapple Poll' needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained area. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A show stopper in containers.

Catmint - Little Titch

The Catmint 'Little Titch', 'Nepeta 'Little Titch', is one of the smallest in the Catmint family. With a bloom time of May through September, it is more upright and compact than many on the market today. 'Little Titch' requires full sun and will tolerate morning shade. It has a plant height of 8-10" and a plant spread of 12-15". The abundant lavender blue flowers have a light fragrances with mid-green leaves. Use 'Little Titch' in front of border, as an edging plant, or in rock gardens. This Nepeta is drought and seaside tolerant and attracts hummingbirds. For best results, deadhead after each bloom time. This plant was discovered at Four Seasons Perennials in Great Britain.

Catmint - Sweet Dreams

The Catmint 'Sweet Dreams', 'Nepeta 'Sweet Dreams', is distinguished by its eye catching dark burgundy floral bracts and large deep green leaves. This Nepeta prefers moderate shade with moist soil, as it was found growing on shady, mountainous rocks in the cliffs of Japan. With a plant height of 18" and a width of 24-36", is has clear pink flowers that bloom from July to September. For best results, deadhead after each bloom time. 'Sweet Dreams' can be used as a border plant and in mass plantings.

Coneflower - Harvest Moon

The Coneflower 'Harvest Moon', 'Echinacea 'Harvest Moon' PPAF', is one of the newest on the market today. This Echinacea has a plant height of 24" and a plant spread of 18-24". As part of the Big Sky Series, 'Harvest Moon' is a great addition in any perennial garden. For best growing results, plant in full sun. The deep golden-yellow petals have an orange cone with 4" fragrant flowers and will bloom from June to August. 'Harvest Moon' is hardy and a vigorous grower and ideal for cutting. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Coneflower - Twilight

The Coneflower 'Twilight', 'Echinacea 'Twilight' PPAF', is the third newest Echinacea in the Big Sky Series. The rose petals surround its red cone with a wonderful fragrance. 'Twilight' has a height of 24" and a plant spread of 18-24". For best results, plant in full sun and water moderately. 'Twilight' will bloom from June to August and is excellent as cut flowers or in mass plantings. 'Harvest Moon' is hardy and a vigorous grower. Butterflies will be strongly attracted to this Echinacea. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Coral Bell - Key Lime Pie

The Coral Bells 'Key Lime Pie', 'Heuchera 'Dolce Key Lime Pie' PPAF', is a new and exciting variety in the coral bell family. This foliage on this particular Heuchera is stunning all year long. For best results, 'Key Lime Pie' should be planted in full sun in the north, but generally prefers full shade in the south. It is not known for the flowers it produces but it will attract hummingbirds at bloom time. Use this coral bells as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as a border plant or as an edger along paths and walkways. 'Key Lime Pie' should not be left out of any shade perennial garden. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Coral Bell- Crème Brule

The Coral Bells, 'Crème Brule', 'Heuchera 'Dolce Crème Brule' PPAF', is a new and exciting variety in the coral bell family. With a height of 8-12" and a plant spread of 16-24", this perennial is hardy from zones 5-9. It is grown more for its foliage color but the small blooms with attract hummingbirds. The improvements on this coral bell must be seen to be appreciated. It features creamy colors and rosy brown sugar highlights. 'Crème Brule' will tolerate morning sun but does require afternoon shade. Use this coral bell as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as a border plant or as an edger along paths and walkways. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Daisy - Broadway Lights

The Shasta Daisy 'Broadway Lights', 'Leucanthemum hybrid 'Broadway Lights' PPAF', is one of the newest daisies on the market today. The huge daisies open to a bright yellow and turn from shades of cream to pure white as they mature. With a plant height of 18-24" and a spread of 24-36", 'Broadway Lights' will bloom from late spring to early summer and should be planted in full sun to part shade. If deadheaded promptly, bloom time will occur again in late summer. Try this daisy in containers or to add impact in any perennial garden. The ease of growing this plant males it great for the beginner gardener. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Dianthus - Eastern Star

The Dianthus 'Eastern Star', 'Dianthus 'Eastern Star', has large pink and red flowers with raisin-red velvety centers. Best grown in full sun, it has a plant height of 6-9" and a spread of 12". It is heat and drought tolerant and a great addition to any perennial garden. The blooms on this particular dianthus are a huge improvement from most dianthus on the market today. Use 'Eastern Star' as a border plant or in rock gardens. It has become a definite favorite for southern gardeners. Because it is deer and disease resistant, it is a great choice in open meadow settings.

Dianthus -Neon Star

The Dianthus 'Neon Star', 'Dianthus 'Neon Star', is a new and delightful Dianthus in the Star Series. With its vibrant florescent pink flowers, the blue-gray foliage adds contrast in any perennial garden. 'Neon Star' has a plant height of 6-9" and a spread of 12" and should be planted in full sun. The blooms on this particular dianthus are a huge improvement from most dianthus on the market today. Use 'Neon Star' as a border plant or in rock gardens. It has become a definite favorite for southern gardeners. Because it is deer and disease resistant, it is a great choice in open meadow settings.

Evening Primrose- Missouri Primrose

The Evening Primrose 'Missouri Primrose', 'Oenothera 'Missouri Evening Primrose', is a Missouri native plant found on limestone glades and rocky prairies in the Ozark region. The beautiful canary yellow flowers add great color in any perennial garden and will bloom from May to August. This easily grown Oenothera should be planted in full sun and a well-drained area. With a plant height of 9-12" and a spread of 12-18", the mildly fragrant flowers open for only one day, usually late afternoon but will last until the following morning. Best used in front of borders or rock gardens, it will add color in wild gardens, meadows, cottage gardens or in native plant gardens. Do not over water.

Gaillardia - Fanfare

The Blanket Flower 'Fanfare', 'Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Fanfare' USPP#15892', is one of the best on the market today. 'Fanfare' is known for its two-toned daisy like blooms with trumpet-shaped petals. With bright yellow tips and scarlet-red centers, it is a must in any perennial garden. Bloom time will last from early June until early fall. 'Fanfare' has a plant height of 18-24" and a spread of 15-18" and should be planted in full sun in a dry area. Deer and rabbits tend to avoid this particular Gaillardia. Plant 'Fanfare' in borders, containers or use as cut flowers. Do not over water. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Gaillardia -Oranges & Lemons

The Blanket Flower 'Oranges and Lemons', 'Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Oranges & Lemons' USPP', is extremely eye catching in any perennial garden. 'Oranges and Lemons' is a huge improvement to the common Gaillardia, with a plant height of 24" and a spread of 18-24". It has as many as 75 flowers that open at a single time. The beautiful bright tangerine petals are tipped in yellow and surround its orange and yellow central cone. Plant Gaillardia in full sun in a well drained area. Deer and rabbits tend to avoid this particular Gaillardia. 'Oranges and Lemons' can be used in borders, containers or use as cut flowers. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Grass - Elijah Blue Fescue

The Ornamental Grass 'Elijah' Blue', 'Festuca glauca', also know as Blue Fescue, is a wonderful ornamental grass that should not be passed by. With its bluish gray foliage, the plumes appear overwhelming from June to July. 'Elijah Blue' has a plant height of 12" and spread of 12-24". This grass prefers full sun, but will tolerate morning shade. Combined with blue and purple flowers, such as Salvia and Veronica, it adds color and contrast to any perennial garden. For best results, comb through the plant in winter to remove dead foliage. Keep well watered in hot summer months, especially when becoming established.

Grass - Fairy Tails Fountain Grass

The Ornamental Fountain Grass 'Fairy Tails', 'Pennisetum 'Fairy Tails' PPA', is a new variety on the market today. With dark, wheat colored foxtail blooms rising above the foliage in spring and summer, it is one not to pass by. 'Fairy Tails' should be planted in full sun and has a plant height and width of 3-5'. This low maintenance ornamental grass is extremely heat tolerant. Use in beds, in mass plantings or with Rudbeckia, Heliopsis or Gaillardia.

Grass - Ice Dance Sedge

The Ornamental Grass 'Ice Dance', 'Carex 'Ice Dance', also known as Sedge, is a great addition to a shaded perennial garden. This easily grown Sedge prefers wet soil and is low maintance, but does need regular waterings. 'Ice Dance' has a plant height and spread of 12-15". With grass-like green leaves, the centers are pure white with triangular stems, as compared to rounded grass stems. Try planting this Sedge in woodland gardens, as a border plant or combined with Heuchera and Ferns. It has no significant insect or disease problems.

Grass - Little Bunny Fountain Grass

The Ornamental Grass, Pennisetum 'Little Bunny', Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny', is an extremely adaptable grass with a low level of maintenance care. This miniature Fountain Grass is ideal for rock gardens. With a plant height of 8-10" and a spread of 12-24", it is one of the smallest in its family. 'Little Bunny' should be planted in full sun to part shade and needs medium to wet moisture. The plumes on Little Bunny will appear from August to October, appearing whitish green. It is very suitable for border fronts, and the plumes can be used in fresh and dried flower arrangements. Fountain grass has no known pest or disease problems.

Grass - Little Kitten Miscanthus

The Ornamental Grass 'Little Kitten', 'Miscanthus 'Little Kitten', is one ornamental grass that cannot be missed. Being similar to a cat’s tongue, this Miscanthus forms a foliage clump to only 15" tall. The pointed, narrow leaves are showy, with plumes of silver-white with pink and reddish tinges that appear in August. The plumes will last well into the winter and can be used as fresh or dried flower cuttings. 'Little Kitten' should be planted in full sun to part shade and prefers a moist soil area. Try this ornamental grass as a front of the border plant with Coreopsis, Echinacea or Liatris.

Grass - Redhead Fountain Grass

The Ornamental Fountain Grass 'Redhead Fountain Grass', 'Pennisetum 'Redhead', produces very soft plumes that are smoky rose in color, all season long. 'Red Head’ begins to show its enormous bottlebrush plumes in mid to late summer. The deep purple buds mature to smoky purple plumes. In the fall the leaves turn gold in color. Use this plant in containers, in sunny borders, meadows, rock gardens, and foundation plantings. 'Red Head' looks great in late-season containers. The bushy plumes are great as cut flowers if they are cut soon after they emerge. In late fall or early spring cut the foliage back almost to the ground before growth starts in spring. This plant has no serious insect or disease problems and is not usually appealing to deer.

Grass- Dallas Blues Switch Grass

The Ornamental Grass 'Dallas Blues Switch Grass', 'Panicum 'Dallas Blues' PPAF', also known as Switch Grass, is one of the finest native ornamental grasses. This fast grower has blue foliage and tan to pink flower spikes that appear in late summer to early fall. Extremely heat and humidity tolerant, it will do wonderful in drier areas. With a plant height of 4-6' and spread of 18", try planting with Echinacea and Salvia or in mass plantings. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Hollyhock - Queeny Purple

The Hollyhock 'Queeny Purple', 'Alcea rosea 'Queeny Purple', is the shortest and first purple Hollyhock available as a single color. With a plant width of 1-2' and a height of 20-30", it is perfect for smaller space gardens. "Queeny Purple' will flower early in the spring. Perfect for cuttings, the purple flowers are 3-4" wide but appear larger on their dwarf plant. Hollyhock must be watered heavily during the growing season and should be planted in full sun. Great for cut flowers or planted with Salvia 'Snow Hill' or Veronica 'Icicles'. 2004 All-America Selection.

Oriental Poppy - Champagne Bubbles

The Oriental Poppy 'Champagne Bubbles Group','Paver oriental 'Champagne Bubbles', is a hardy perennial with a profusion of blooms. This easily manageable plant has fuzzy bluish green foliage with a mix of flowers: orange, yellow, salmon, gold, coral and white. 'Champagne Bubbles' needs to be planted in full sun, in a moist but well drained area. It has a plant height and width of 24" and blooms from May until July. Poppies are best used as cut flowers, as a border plant and as underplantings to larger, late flowering perennials. They do go dormant in July or August, and the foliage will die back completely to the ground. Avoid planting in wide open spaces.

Penstemon - Mystica

The Penstemon 'Mystic', 'Penstemon 'Mystica', is a new Penstemon, similar to 'Husker Red'. This Penstemon has light lavender-pink blooms. It should be planted in full sun to light shade in a well drained area. ‘Mystic’ is an all year bloomer that starts with bronze rosettes of foliage in early spring then produces numerous bronze stems over a long period in early summer. With a plant height of 28-32”, ‘Mystic’ is more elegant than other Penstemon in its family. A major attractor to butterflies and hummingbirds. If you love Penstemon 'Husker Red', don't miss out on this variety.

Sedum - Black Jack

The Sedum 'Black Jack', 'Sedum 'Black Jack' PPAF, is a recent discovery at Walters Garden in Michigan. The stems and foliage are darker than most sedum in its family. It has 2' tall clumps of purple stems with black to purple foliage. With a plant height and width of 24", its 8" pink flower heads bloom in September, making a wonderful contrast with its foliage. Plant in full sun to part sun with other Sedum or Salvia, it also makes a wonderful border plant. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Veronica - Eveline

The Veronica 'Eveline', 'Veronica longifolia 'Eveline' USPP 14888, is one of the newer Veronicas out today. This easy to grow perennial has purplish-pink flower spikes that bloom throughout June to September. 'Eveline' must have good drainage and requires low to moderate watering. Plant in full sun, in containers or in mass plantings. This Veronica is deer resistant and does attract hummingbirds and butterflies. With a plant height of 12-18" and width of 18", it is one not to be missed. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Astilbe - Country and Western

The Astilbe ‘Country and Western’, Astilbe arendsii 'Country and Western' (PP14969), is a colorful feathery flower with bright puffy pink blooms and shiny deep green foliage. Country and Western is part of the new Music series of Astilbes which are known for their large puffy blooms. The flowers contrast wonderfully with the dark green glossy foliage. Astilbe ‘Country and Western’ blooms in early summer.Astilbes are grown most successfully in rich soil and under partial sun. The biggest key to successful growth of your Astilbes is water....they require a lot of water. The soil must remain moist. If the soil drys out the plant will falter quickly, especially in the sun. Wait to cut the foilage back until spring as that will protect the plant during the winter. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before the flowers emerge. Astilbes can be used as cut flowers, perennial borders or shade gardens with Hosta’s and Ferns.

Astilbe - Hennie Graffland

The Astilbe ‘Hennie Graafland’, Astilbe simplicifolia 'Hennie Graafland', is a colorful feathery flower with light pink blooms and shiny bronze-green foliage. Hennie Graafland is part of the simplicifolia group which are known for their fine textured foilage. The flowers contrast wonderfully with the dark bronze-green foliage. Astilbe ‘Hennie Graafland’ blooms in mid summer.Astilbes are grown most successfully in rich soil and under partial sun. The biggest key to successful growth of your Astilbes is water....they require a lot of water. The soil must remain moist. If the soil drys out the plant will falter quickly, especially in the sun. Wait to cut the foilage back until spring as that will protect the plant during the winter. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before the flowers emerge. Astilbes can be used as cut flowers, perennial borders or shade gardens with Hosta’s and Ferns.

Astilbe - Lollypop

The Astilbe ‘Lollypop’, Astilbe japonica 'Lollypop' (PP11,966), is a colorful feathery flower with hot pink blooms, dark purple stems and dark green shiny foliage. Lollypop's beautiful flowers contrast wonderfully with the dark green foliage. Astilbe ‘Lollypop’ blooms in early summer.Astilbes are grown most successfully in rich soil and under partial sun. The biggest key to successful growth of your Astilbes is water....they require a lot of water. The soil must remain moist. If the soil drys out the plant will falter quickly, especially in the sun. Wait to cut the foilage back until spring as that will protect the plant during the winter. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before the flowers emerge. Astilbes can be used as cut flowers, perennial borders or shade gardens with Hosta’s and Ferns.

Bellflower - Birch Hybrid

The Bellflower Birch's Hybrid, Campanula 'Birch's Hybrid', has a wonderful lavender-blue fluted bell-shaped flowers with bright evergreen foilage. This ground cover is best used in rock gardens, as an edging or in tubs and pots. ‘Birch's Hybrid’ blooms from late spring to late summer if deadheaded regularly. ‘Birch's Hybrid' should be planted in full sun or partial shade and requires moist, well-drained soil.

Bellflower - Dickson's Gold

The Bellflower Dickson's Gold, Campanula garganica 'Dickson's Gold', has a wonderful blue flowers with yellow-light greenfoilage. This ground cover is best used in rock gardens, as an edging or in tubs and pots. ‘Dickson's Gold’ blooms from constantly during the summer. ‘Dickson's Gold should be planted in full sun or partial shade and requires moist, well-drained soil. The contrast of blue flowers against the yellowish foilage makes this variety stand out in the border.

Black-eyed Susan - Henry Eilers

The Black-eyed Susan 'Henry Eilers’, Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers', has tubular star shaped yellow flowers with large dark eyes. The green foliage sits at the bottom of the tall daisy-like flowers. Black-eyed Susans need to be grown in full sun in somewhat moist soil conditions in a well-drained area. It is great in borders, for cut flowers or for naturalized areas. Black-eyed Susans attract butterflies, provides food for birds in the winter and is mildew-resistant. Plant in masses with Veronica ‘Goodness Grows’ or with ornamental grasses.

Bleeding Heart - Goldheart

The Bleeding Heart 'Gold Heart', Dicentra spectabilis 'Gold Heart' (CPBR#0974), is a fast-growing perennial with rose pink, heart-shaped flowers. The blooms look wonderful against its bright gold foliage. Bleeding Heart's should be planted in full sun to partial shade but will also do well in full shade. It is somewhat heat tolerant and needs moist soil. Do not let the soil dry out. Dicentra will bloom from late spring to early summer and is a major attractor to butterflies. Bleeding Heart's are perfect as border plants or in a shade garden.

Brunnera - Looking Glass

The Brunnera 'Looking Glass', Brunnera macrophylla 'Looking Glass' (PPAF), is a showstopper with it's shiny silvery foilage topped in spring with beautiful blue flowers. Looking Glass requires either full or part shade and produces it's georgeous blooms in early spring to summer. In the north, morning sun is tolerated and in the south, dense shade is necessary. Looking Glass is a great perennial to brighten up shady areas and will look great with any shade plant on the market today. It does require consistently moist soil and it does not need a lot of care, being a sure garden pleaser.

Coneflower - Fancy Frills

The Coneflower Fancy Frills, Echinacea purpurea 'Fancy Frills' (PP17,209), has a double layer of flower petals which give it an unique fringed look. It produces beautiful pink daisy-like flowers. The Fancy Frills blooms from June to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on long dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase 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.

Coneflower - Green Envy

The Coneflower 'Green Envy', Echinacea purpurea 'Green Envy', is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful light green fading to pink daisy-like flowers. The Green Envy blooms from July to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on tall dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase 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.

Coneflower - Purple Little Magnus

The Coneflower 'Purple Little Magnus', Echinacea purpurea 'Little Magnus', one of the best coneflower dwarf varieties, is similar to it's big brother Magnus. It produces beautiful purle daisy-like flowers. The Purple Little Magnus blooms from July to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase 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.

Coneflower - Razzmattazz

The Coneflower Razzmatazz, Echinacea purpurea 'Razzmatazz' (PP13,894), is the first double flowered coneflower in existance. It produces beautiful pink double bloom daisy-like flowers. The Razzmatazz blooms from June to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on long dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase 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.

Coneflower - Sundown

The Coneflower Sundown, Echinacea Big Sky™ 'Sundown' (PPAF), is another hybrid coneflower in the Big Sky™ series. It produces beautiful orange, very fragrant, daisy-like flowers. The Sundown blooms from June to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on long dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase 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.

Coral Bells - Caramel

The Coral Bells Caramel, Heuchera 'Caramel' (PP16,562), has unique caramel colored foilage on a vigorous growing plant. This variety of coral bell thrives on heat and humidity and is one of the most hardy of all the coral bells. Coral Bells are grown more for their foliage color but the small blooms that they contain will attract hummingbirds. The improvements on this coral bell must be seen to be appreciated. It features creamy colors and rosy brown sugar highlights. Like most Coral Bells, it thrives in partial sunlight but once established it will also grow in shade. Use this coral bell as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as a border plant or as an edger along paths and walkways.

Coral Bells - Lime Rickey

The Coral Bells Lime Rickey, Heuchera 'Lime Rickey' (PP16,210), has outstanding chartreuse leaves that produce an abundance of small white flowers. The ruffled leaves then turn to lime green for the remainder of the growing season. For best results, Lime Rickey should be planted in full sun in the north, but generally prefers full shade in the south. Use this coral bells as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as a border plant or as an edger along paths and walkways. Lime Rickey should not be left out of any shade perennial garden.

Coral Bells - Marmalade

The Coral Bells Marmalade, Heuchera 'Marmalade' (PP15,945), has maple leafed foilage in varying shades of amber to bronze. Taller shoots of brown colored flowers appear on this evergreen plant in late spring. Coral Bells are grown more for their foliage color but the small blooms that they contain will attract hummingbirds. Like most Coral Bells, it thrives in partial sunlight but once established it will also grow in shade. This variety of Coral Bell may also grow in full sun in cooler climates. Use this coral bell as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as a border plant or as an edger along paths and walkways.

Coral Bells - Obsidian

The Coral Bells Obsidian, Heuchera 'Obsidian' (PP14,836), with it's Jet Black leaves, has the darkest foilage to date of the Coral Bells. Taller shoots of cream colored flowers appear on this evergreen variety in June. Plant the Obsidian with Coral Bells Lime Ricky, Marmalade or Peach Flambe for a fantastic color contrast. Coral Bells are grown more for their foliage color but the small blooms that they contain will attract hummingbirds. Like most Coral Bells, it thrives in partial sunlight but once established it will also grow in shade. Use this coral bell as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as a border plant or as an edger along paths and walkways.

Coral Bells - Peach Flambe

The Coral Bells Peach Flambe, Heuchera 'Peach Flambe' (PP17,195), produces perhaps the most striking color yet of all the Coral Bells. The ruffled leaves have a soft peach color in the spring and fall and are bright orange with a touch of red during the summer. Taller shoots of white colored flowers appear on this variety in late spring. Coral Bells are grown more for their foliage color but the small blooms that they contain will attract hummingbirds. Like most Coral Bells, it thrives in partial sunlight but once established it will also grow in shade. Use this coral bell as a ground cover, in rock gardens, as a border plant or as an edger along paths and walkways.

Coreopsis - Autumn Blush

The Coreopsis Autumn Blush, Coreopsis 'Autumn Blush' (PPAF) is a wonderful new variety to the Coreopsis family. The fern like leaves make a great contrast with the daisy shaped flowers. Autumn Blush is a long blooming plant that has beautiful yellow flowers with a burgundy colored eye turning to all burgundy in the fall. It tolerates the heat and humidity extremely well and flowers best in a sunny location. It should be cut back in late summer to extend the bloom period. Coreopsis Autumn Blush looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens.

Coreopsis - Heavens Gate

The Coreopsis Heaven's Gate, Coreopsis rosea 'Heaven's Gate' (PP16,016) is a wonderful new variety to the pink Coreopsis family. The green fern like leaves make a great contrast with the daisy shaped flowers. Heaven's Gate is a long blooming plant that has beautiful pink flowers fading to a purplish eye which surround a tiny yellow center. Coreopsis Heaven's Gate looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens.

Coreopsis - Sunshine Superman

The Coreopsis Sunshine Superman, Coreopsis pubescens 'Sunshine Superman' produces bright yellow flowers with an orange center contrasted by dark green lance-shaped leaves. Sunshine Superman is a long blooming perennial that blooms all summer long and right into fall. It tolerates the heat and humidity extremely well and flowers best in a sunny location. Coreopsis Sunshine Superman looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens.

Daisy - Goldrush

The Shasta Daisy Goldrush, Leucanthemum superbum ‘Goldrush’, is one of the longest blooming daisies in the Leucanthemum family. It is the only short shasta daisy with a unique double fringed flower. Almost all other varieties are at least 6 inches taller. Goldrush has bright, large, white beautiful flowers held above its dark green foliage. Goldrush blooms from July to October, and if deadheaded, the blooming time will be extended. Combine Goldrush with Veronica “Royal Candles”, Perovskia ‘Russian Sage’ or Scabiosa “Butterfly Blue”. It also is great for formal and informal gardens, as cut flowers, in mass plantings or in the perennial border. This low maintenance perennial is great for first time gardeners.

Daisy - Snowcap

The Shasta Daisy Snowcap, Leucanthemum superbum ‘Snowcap’, has bright, large, white beautiful flowers woth yellow eyes held above dark green foliage. Snowcap has a long bloom period and a compact growth habit. Deadheading the plant will extend the bloomtime. Snowcap is great for formal and informal gardens, as cut flowers, in mass plantings or in the perennial border. This low maintenance perennial is great for first time gardeners.

Daylily - Crystal Pinot

The Daylily Crystal Pinot, Hemerocallis 'Crystal Pinot', has large fringed flowers with purple centers with cream petals and dark green semi-evergreen foliage. Crystal Pinot will bloom from early to mid summer and is a constant rebloomer. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. The will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - Daring Deception

The Daylily Daring Deception, Hemerocallis 'Daring Deception', has beautiful dark purple centers with light pink petals and dark green semi-evergreen foliage. Daring Deception will bloom from early to mid summer and is a constant rebloomer. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. The will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - Darla Anita

The Daylily Darla Anita, Hemerocallis 'Darla Anita' (Kinnebrew, '00), has big ruffled pink flowers edged in yellow with green evergreen foliage. Darla Anita will bloom from early to mid summer and is a constant rebloomer. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. The will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - El Desperado

The Daylily El Desperado, Hemerocallis 'El Desperado' (Stamile, '91), has large yellow flowers with a purple eye above a green throat with green foliage. El Desperado will bloom early in the season and then repeat bloom late in the season. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. The will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - First Knight

The Daylily First Knight, Hemerocallis 'First Knight', has large white-lemon yellow flowers with a distinct yellow ruffled edge on each petal that sits atop semi-evergreen green foliage. First Knight will bloom early in the season and then repeat bloom late in the season. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. The will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - Frances Joiner

The Daylily Frances Joiner, Hemerocallis 'Frances Joiner' (Joiner, '88), has large 5 1/2 inch double peony type blooms that are beige color and fade to rose on towards the edges on green foliage. Frances Joiner is a mid-season rebloomer. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. The will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - Night Embers

The Daylily Night Embers, Hemerocallis 'Night Embers' (Stamile, '97), has large 5 inch double blooms that are cherry red in color and with a striking white edge on semi-evergreen foliage. Night Embers will bloom from early to mid season and is a constant rebloomer. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. They will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - Purple D' Oro

The Daylily Purple D' Oro, Hemerocallis 'Purple D' Oro' (DeGroot, '00), has edge ruffled blooms that are lavender in color and with a yellow throat on semi-evergreen foliage. Purple De Oro is related to the very popular Stella D' Oro Daylily and will bloom from June through October. It is a reliable rebloomer. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. They will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - Pygmy Plum

The Daylily Pygmy Plum, Hemerocallis 'Pygmy Plum' (Moldovan, '90), has large edge ruffled blooms that are plum colored with a small lemon green throat on semi-evergreen foliage. Pygmy Plum will bloom for in June and July and is a constant rebloomer. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. They will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - Rosy Returns

The Daylily Rosy Returns, Hemerocallis 'Rosy Returns' (Apps, '99,PP9779), is a dwarf variety that has large 4 inch bright rose flowers with a dark pink eye and yellow throat on green foliage. Rosy Returns will bloom from June until frost and may be hardy all the way to zone 2. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. They will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Daylily - Storm of the Century

The Daylily Storm of the Century, Hemerocallis 'Storm of the Century' (Carr, '00), has almost 6 inch ruffled blooms that are purple with a gold edge and a yellow and green throat on green foilage. Storm of the Centure will bloom mid-season and is a constant rebloomer. It can survive harsh conditions that many other plants can not and prefers full sun for the best performance.Daylilies are some of the easiest plants to grow and are a good choice for any gardener. They will grow in almost any soil and handle drought to wet soil conditions. Use for stand alone plantings, edging, in borders or in mixed containers and tubs.

Dianthus - Cranberry Ice

The Dianthus Cranberry Ice, Dianthus 'Cranberry Ice' (PPAF), has intricately patterned 1 1/2 inch pink flowers with a purple eye and pink frilled edge with mounded blue-green foliage. It is heat and drought tolerant for short periods however produces the best foilage and flowers in areas not so warm and dry. It is truly a great addition to any perennial garden and is a favorit as a border plant or in rock gardens.

Dianthus - Fire Star

The Dianthus Fire Star, Dianthus 'Fire Star' (PPAF), has vibrant red flowers with a dark red eye with evergreen grey-green foliage. This plant blooms the best in the early summer however will rebloom in the fall if deadheaded. It is truly a great addition to any perennial garden and is a favorite as a border plant or in rock gardens.

Dianthus - Pixie Star

The Dianthus Pixie Star, Dianthus 'Pixie Star' (PPAF), has vibrant pink flowers with a dark red eye with evergreen grey-green foliage. This plant blooms from spring through Fall an will have lots of blooms if continually deadheaded. It is truly a great addition to any perennial garden and is a favorite as a border plant or in containers.

Dianthus - Strawberry Sorbet

The Dianthus Strawberry Sorbet, Dianthus 'Strawberry Sorbet' (PPAF), has dark red flowers with pink splotched petals and a matching pink edge on blue-green foliage. This plant blooms from spring through Fall an will have lots of blooms if continually deadheaded. It is truly a great addition to any perennial garden and is a favorite as a border plant or in containers.

Fuschia - Cape Horn™

The Fuchsia Cape Horn, Fuchsia 'Cape Horn'™, is a truly hardy fuchsia with very distinctive single bloom flowers of magenta and purple coloring. The flowers appear mid summer through frost. They are great plants for greenhouses, window boxes, baskets, homes, and flower beds. Fuchsias should be planted in warm, sheltered spots in well-drained soil. These plants have dark green leaves often with red stems. Fuchsia are one of the Hummingbirds favorite flowers. Fuchsias do not like to dry out. Keep the soil moist to the touch from spring through autumn. In many parts of the country (and especially if planted in a hanging pot) the fuchsia will require daily watering.

Gallardia - Arizona Sun

The Blanket Flower Arizona Sun, Gaillardia 'Arizona Sun', is extremely eye catching in any perennial garden. The beautiful bright red petals are tipped in gold and surround its orange and yellow central cone. Arizone Sun will flower from June through autumn. Gaillardia thrive in hot sunny sites and need well drained soil. Deer and rabbits tend to avoid this particular Gaillardia. Arizona Sun can be used in borders, containers or use as cut flowers and was a 2005 All-American Selection.

Geranium - Carol

The Geranium Carol, Geranium cinereum 'Carol' (PP14,002), has rich, magenta colored flowers with darker veins and darker colored eyes that bloom from June until August. Carol can be planted in full sun to partial shade. For best results, plant in a dry to average moisture area and make sure the site is well-drained. The Geranium family is well known for its stunning fall colors that include reds, oranges, and yellows. It is a superb plant for cottage gardens, container growing, borders or informal borders in mass plantings. There is an attaction to bees and butterflies and it is very disease and deer resistant. A great plant for a beginner gardener.

Geranium - Hocus Pocus

The Geranium Hocus Pocus, Geranium pratense 'Hocus Pocus', has rich, sky blue colored flowers with darker veins and a lighter colored eye that begins blooming in early summer. This beautiful perennial is unique in it has chocolate brown, almost bronze, foliage. Hocus Pocus can be planted in full sun to partial shade. For best results, soil should be of average to moist and well-drained. The Geranium family is well known for its stunning fall colors that include reds, oranges, and yellows. It is a superb plant for cottage gardens, container growing, borders or informal borders in mass plantings. There is an attaction to bees and butterflies and it is very disease and deer resistant. A great plant for a beginner gardener.

Geranium - Purple Pillow

The Geranium Purple PIllow, Geranium cinereum 'Purple Pillow', has dark purple flowers and a darker colored eye that blooms all summer long. This beautiful perennial is contrasted by wonderful blue-green foliage. Purple Pillow should be plant in full sun to partial shade. For best results, soil should be of average to moist and well-drained. The Geranium family is well known for its stunning fall colors that include reds, oranges, and yellows. It is a superb plant for cottage gardens, container growing, borders or informal borders in mass plantings. There is an attaction to bees and butterflies and it is very disease and deer resistant. A great plant for a beginner gardener.

Geranium - Spring Time

The Geranium Springtime, Geranium phaeum 'Springtime' (PP13,785), has purple colored flowers that blooms all summer long. Springtime can be planted in full sun to partial shade. For best results, plant in a dry to average moisture area and make sure the site is well-drained. Springtime has vareigated foliage in the spring and tolerates dry shade better than most geraniums. The Geranium family is well known for its stunning fall colors that include reds, oranges, and yellows. It is a superb plant for cottage gardens, container growing, borders or informal borders in mass plantings. There is an attaction to bees and butterflies and it is very disease and deer resistant. A great plant for a beginner gardener.

Hosta - Big Daddy

The Hosta Big Daddy, Hosta 'Big Daddy', is a large selection that has huge, frosty blue leaves that are cupped and heavily quilted. The pale lavender flowers come on in July, however, Hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Big Daddy is no exception. Hosta Big Daddy needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot and has good slug resistance. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Blue Angel

The Hosta Blue Angel, Hosta 'Blue Angel', has huge, heart-shaped blue-grey leaves and tall stems producing cream colored flowers. The cream flowers of this fast growing hosta bloom in mid-summer, however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Blue Angel is no exception. Blue Angel needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot and has excellent slug resistance. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Blue Umbrellas

The Hosta Blue Umbrellas, Hosta 'Blue Umbrellas', is one of the largest of the blue shaded hosta's. It has huge blue-green leaves that are cupped downward like an unbrella. The pale lavender flowers of this fast growing hosta appear in June, however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Blue Umbrellas is no exception. Blue Umbrellas performs best if planted in full shade but will tolerate some direct sun. Plant in any moist and well-drained spot. Blue Umbrellas has excellent slug resistance. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Center of Attention

The Hosta Center of Attention, Hosta 'Center of Attention', has large heart shaped leaves that makes a small-sized clump to 18 inches wide. It is an outstanding variety that features a color combination of three shades in the heart shaped leaves. The golden center brightens to a creamy white as the season progresses. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Center of Attention is no exception. Center of Attention needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot and has excellent slug resistance. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Guacamole

The Hosta Guacamole, Hosta 'Guacamole', is a medium sized hosta that has yellowish leaves with a wid green margin and stems producing white colored flowers. The white flowers of this fast growing hosta bloom in late summer, however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Guacamole is no exception. Guacamole needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Gypsy Rose

The Hosta Gypsy Rose, Hosta 'Gypsy Rose', is a sport of the popular hosta Striptease. It is a medium sized hosta that has a creamy white to yellow leaves with a wid green margin and stems producing lavender colored flowers. The lavender flowers of this fast growing hosta bloom in late summer, however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Gypsy Rose is no exception. Gypsy Rose needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Liberty

The Hosta Liberty, Hosta 'Liberty' (PP12,531), is a sport of the well known variety Sagae and is considered by many to be the finest hosta ever introduced. It is a medium sized hosta that has a dark green leaves with a wide golden yellow margin that changes to cream in the summer and stems producing lavender colored flowers. The lavender flowers of this fast growing hosta bloom in late summer, however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Liberty is no exception. Liberty needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot. Liberty is one of the best variegated slug resistant hosta's. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - On Stage

The Hosta On Stage, Hosta 'On Stage', is one of the largest yellow and green variegated hosta's there is. The large pointed leaves are deeply veined and are green with a varying shades of yellow-gold in the center. The pale lavender flowers of this fast growing hosta appear in early summer on 4 foot stems, however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and On Stage is no exception. On Stage performs best if planted in full shade but will tolerate some direct sun. Plant in any moist and well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Paul's Glory

The Hosta Paul's Glory, Hosta 'Paul's Glory', was Hosta of the year in 1999. The large pointed leaves are a brilliant gold with a wide blue edge. The pale lavender flowers of this fast growing hosta appear in early summer on 2 foot stems, however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Paul's Glory is no exception. Paul's Glory performs best if planted in full shade but will tolerate some direct sun. Plant in any moist and well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Red October

The Hosta Red October, Hosta 'Red October', is considered one of the best of the red stalked hosta's. The long narrow leaves are blue-green on top and white underneath. What makes this hosta interesting is the stalks are almost red with the red fading into the leaf itself. The lavender flowers of this hosta appear on stems that are dark purplish red however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Red October is no exception. Red October performs best if planted in full shade but will tolerate some direct sun. Plant in any moist and well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Revolution

The Hosta Revolution, Hosta 'Revolution', is a sport of the popular hosta Loyalist which in turn is a sport of the hosta Patriot. It is considered one of the most distinctive hosta's to be released in years. It has cream colored leaves that are speckled with green and a irregular dark green margin around the leaves. The lavender flowers of this hosta appear on 20 inch stems, however hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Revolution is no exception. Revolution will tolerate shade to partial sun and should be planted in any moist, well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.

Hosta - Stained Glass

The Hosta Stained Glass, Hosta 'Stained Glass', is a sport of the hosta Guacamole and was Hosta of the year in 2006. It is considered one of the best hosta's to be released in years. It has shiny, deeply veined, golden foliage which almost appears to give the leaves a stained glass effect. Each leaf is surrounded by a dark green margin. The fragrant lavender flowers of this hosta appear in late summer, however hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Stained Glass is no exception. Stained Glass is a sun tolerant hosta and should be planted in any moist, well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener.