Poor Soil Plants - Displayed by Common Name in Ascending Order - Page 1 of 4

‘Color Guard’ bears bright creamy-yellow leaves with green edges. During the cooler months of fall and winter, the light leaf centers take on rose overtones.

This Yucca forms a uniform, spiky, rounded clump of sword-like, blue-green to glaucous grey-green leaves lined with an extraordinary number of curly white filaments. Its habit is much more uniform and is overall smaller than the straight species.

Impressively stout flower scapes carry white, bell-shaped flowers in early to midsummer.

A beautiful plant for the garden bed or patio pots. Also makes an excellent gift. Grow as an annual or a perennial, where plants will be covered with blooms throughout the season. Extra-thick flower petals extend the time blooms are showy in the garden.

Interesting balloon-like buds burst open into beautiful bell-shaped flowers. Exceptional branching and thick flower petals make for long-lasting light pink blooms.

This selection forms a compact mound of green foliage, bearing inflated buds that open into star-shaped semi-double white flowers. The small habit of this variety makes it a good choice for rock gardens and mixed containers.

Pop Star™ Blue balloon flower boasts huge blue flowers that burst into a star shape! It is a very compact habit, making it great for outside, or inside. Works well in a rock garden, as a border front for beds or patio containers, and is easy and fast to grow!

Pop Star™ Blue balloon flower boasts huge blue flowers that burst into a star shape! It is a very compact habit, making it great for outside, or inside. Works well in a rock garden, as a border front for beds or patio containers, and is easy and fast to grow!

Interesting balloon-like buds burst open into beautiful blue, dwarf bell-shaped flowers. ‘Sentimental Blue’ is an excellent low-growing border or rock garden plant. It is a prolific bloomer that is pest and disease free.

Though not a member of the mint family, this plant has a distinct herbal scent that has hints of citrus. Because its leaves contain citronellol, the essential oil distilled from this plant has a repellent effect on insects. The lavender flowers are a favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds.

Stachys ‘Summer Crush’ produces bicolor flower spikes in shades of pink and white. The flowers are held upright on almost leafless stems above clumps of green foliage. The deer-resistant, clay-tolerant plants spread by rhizome and will spread gradually in evenly moist, sunny spots. Mature plants have some resistance to drought. Great planted in multiples adjacent to dark purple bloomers.

this species forms large, rounded clumps of green, long and narrow, textured leaves. It is lovely even when it's not in bloom. In midsummer, sturdy spikes of lavender-rose flowers shoot up through the foliage, putting on quite a display.

This powerhouse of a plant is just 2 feet tall, but sends up dozens upon dozens of giant daisies over a long season, bringing butterflies and bees to pay their respects all summer long. The long-lasting blooms combine rich shades of red and maroon with that trademark big black eye, so you can imagine how terrific they look in the vase.

This selection features countless copper-orange flowers with glowing yellow tips on each fluted petal. Top-notch flowering continuing into fall, the autumnal-hued blossoms highlight silvery-green compact foliage. Deer resistant and carefree.

Gaillardia Copper Sun, from the SpinTop Series, features an excellent branching habit with multiple buds on every stem. Compact, uniform and extremely early flowering, this series demonstrates excellent heat tolerance in all regions. Large flowerheads are pollinator favorites. Very drought resistant. Pairs nicely with the soft blues of perennial Geraniums. Completely carefree.

For vibrant color, try the newest addition to the early blooming Spintop series. Radiant orange flowers with serrated yellow tips bloom over compact and uniform foliage all summer long.

This very compact selection from the SpinTop series has flat, serrated, rich medium red petals and prominent gold stamens. Attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Heat tolerant and actually prefer poorer soils.

A prolific display of flowers that is sure to enhance sunny beds and borders. Bright yellow blooms with a large red eye sit just above compact clumps of green foliage. Blooms start in late spring, but the real show is put on in late summer into fall. Sturdy and heat tolerant - perfect for waterwise gardens.

Wine-red blooms measure a whopping 3 inches across! In the middle of these striking red petals is a button-like center which emerges bright yellow and then slowly changes to oxblood-red. This juicy center attracts butterflies like crazy.

Bright red flowers with a wide, bright yellow band.

Beautiful, red scalloped petals surround a sunny yellow, flat cone. A compact, well-branched plant that grows 14 to 16 inches tall and 20 to 22 inches wide. Good for cut flowers.

Very drought tolerant once established, Mesa Red shows intense, non-fading color all season on upright plants that perform well in landscapes and mixed containers.

Very drought tolerant once established, Mesa Yellow shows intense, non-fading color all season on upright, well-branched plants that perform well in landscapes and mixed containers.

This selection forms a dense tuft of bluer-than-blue leaves that remain blue all season. Spikes of tan flowers in early summer. Excellent for mass planting, edging, or in the rock garden. Clumps are easily divided in early spring, and this should be done every 2 to 3 years. Evergreen in mild areas, in colder winter regions the leaves should be trimmed back in late winter right to the base. Flower spikes may also be removed in summer, if desired.

Soft powdery blue, spiky foliage that keeps its color year round makes this grass a top pick. ‘Elijah Blue’ is a small, clumping grass with a rounded habit. In early summer, wheat-like seed heads are produced on tall, spikey stalks in great numbers.

This selection of Amsonia bears gorgeous plump navy blue buds in late spring, opening to vivid periwinkle blue, star-shaped flowers. They are larger than the species and are borne in clusters at the ends of each stem.

Native perennials are trending, and Bluestar is the classic North American perennial! ‘Storm Cloud’ is a very exciting new variety that performs well for both northern and southern growers. In spring, new stems emerge near-black with leaves that are very dark green with silver veins. The stems stay dark throughout spring. Light periwinkle blue, star-shaped flowers completely cover the foliage in late spring, and rebloom for many weeks afterward. Although the main interest of this plant is in spring, it maintains a great garden presence throughout the summer and fall. Its wide, mounded habit lends itself well to be used in place of shrubs in the landscape. Younger plants will have more of a vase-like habit, but make sure to give this plant some space for when it reaches its mature size. This easy care, heat and humidity tolerant, deer resistant perennial is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for low maintenance or native perennials.

This southern native has very narrow, needle-like leaves that line the stems like bottle brushes. Surprisingly, they are soft as silk to the touch. From late spring thru early summer, 2-3" wide clusters of small, light blue, star-shaped flowers are borne above the short mound of ferny foliage. After blooming, it quickly grows to reach a height of about 3 feet.

Spiky, dark green, grass-like foliage gives way to bright purplish-blue, star-like flowers. Though they bloom the heaviest in late spring and early summer, the plants may continue to bloom sporadically all summer long.

Big Bluestem are perfect for providing height and color to the garden, coming into prime a little earlier than other ornamental grasses. The foliage of ‘Blackhawks’ emerges deep green to dark purple in spring and deepens to near black by fall here in Michigan. This grass matures a little more than a foot shorter than ‘Indian Warrior’. One of the very best Big Bluestem from hybridizer Brent Horvath.

Dubbed the "monarch of the prairie", this native grass was once the dominant component of the American tallgrass prairie. It adapts easily to a wide range of soil and moisture conditions as long as full sun is provided. This long-lived grass has a variety of uses including screening, naturalizing, restoring prairies, and nesting materials for birds and mammals.

This wonderful selection of native prairie grass will reach five to six feet tall with foliage that develops red highlights, then turns burgundy-copper in fall; deep red flowers held on red stems in late summer; plant in full sun for best color.

'Rain Dance' features red-tipped foliage, deeper green than the species, that turns totally maroon in fall. In fact, cool temperatures spread the red, painting every blade maroon. Adding to the interest are upright, rich red flower spike clusters up to 4 inches long on red stems in varying tones. Seed heads branch into three parts (hence the common nickname "turkeyfoot grass"). They open and dance attractively despite the unattractive moniker.

Part of its attraction is its dizzying array of red, maroon, scarlet and green tones. Blooms appear from approximately August until frost, but the gorgeous, vibrant coloring gives it interest in summer and winter alike.

Full-sized flowers on a compact butterfly bush! Pugster White® buddleia offers huge white flower spikes for a classic look that is especially enjoyable on summer nights.

A delightful mix of free-flowering plants provides shimmering color over many weeks. Clumps perform best when left undivided. Presents a great display in a wildflower garden or natural area. Drought tolerant.

A virtually hassle-free, very long lived perennial, this cultivar of our native A. tuberosa offers three months of golden yellow blooms from early through late summer. Deadheading the flowers will stimulate another bloom cycle about a month after the first one.

The flowers, which are heavily laden with nectar and pollen, are particularly attractive to hummingbirds, Monarch butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects.

Gather bouquets of Asclepias all summer long; the long stems are wonderful for cutting and are long-lasting. Sear the ends of the cut stems over a flame to stop the milky sap from leaking out.

Following the fabulous flowers, green fruits develop which rupture to reveal seeds with long, silvery-white, silky hairs reminiscent of its cousin, common milkweed. These are great to use in dried flower arrangements.

A virtually hassle-free, very long lived perennial, offering three months of tangerine orange blooms (occasionally red or yellow) from early through late summer. Deadheading the flowers will stimulate another bloom cycle about a month after the first one. The flowers, which are heavily laden with nectar and pollen, are particularly attractive to hummingbirds, Monarch butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects.

Gather bouquets of Asclepias all summer long; the long stems are wonderful for cutting and are long-lasting. Sear the ends of the cut stems over a flame to stop the milky sap from leaking out.

Following the fabulous flowers, green fruits develop which rupture to reveal seeds with long, silvery-white, silky hairs reminiscent of its cousin, common milkweed. These are great to use in dried flower arrangements.

An award-winning, first year flowering, compact herb. Early blooming, blue-purple flowers stand up well over time, which translates to a better shelf life at the garden center. It's compact and uniform in growth, an improvement over what you can normally expect from seed. The sweet, minty smell will stop you in your tracks-a perfect addition to the herb or ornamental garden.

Uniform, compact and easy to grow! Effectively brightens their surroundings in beds and borders.

A blanket of pure white! Large clusters of flowers carpet the narrow, evergreen leaves from mid to late spring. The profile of this variety is shorter and wider than our other Iberis offerings. Evergreen foliage is dark green and semi-glossy, making for an attractive appearance all season.

The combination of big, wide-open, butterfly-shaped purple blooms and near-black stems is electrifying on this compact, free-flowering Lobelia! ‘Starship Blue’ earns its name with the eye-catching shade of purple borne on its blooms, but its merits go far beyond beauty. It is a hummingbird magnet, and because it flowers from midsummer into mid-fall, you get a longer season of winged visitors!

The combination of big, wide-open, butterfly-shaped burgundy blooms and near-black stems is electrifying on this compact, free-flowering Lobelia! ‘Starship Burgundy’ earns its name with the eye-catching shade of velvet-red borne on its blooms, but its merits go far beyond beauty. It is a hummingbird magnet, and because it flowers from midsummer into mid-fall, you get a longer season of winged visitors!

Summer-flowering perennial attracts hummingbirds. Showy, mid-height plants covered with masses of flowers are ideal for containers for the center of the border. Sturdy, bushy plants are low maintenance. Produces masses of flowers.

This perennial has similar excellent bronzing on the leaves to its predecessor, but adds better basal branching and is earlier to flower. Cardinal red flower spikes.

Truly the “cat’s meow”, the best Nepeta we’ve seen yet! Unlike most Nepetas that have a bit of a wild, unkempt look, this first class selection keeps its tidy, dense, rounded shape all season long.

Its small, grey-green, aromatic leaves are topped with well-branched stems carrying spikes of sky blue flowers with purple calyxes from early summer into early fall.

‘Cat’s Meow’ has everything today’s gardeners are looking for: a low maintenance, drought tolerant, deer resistant, long blooming perennial that looks great all season.

Like ‘Cat’s Meow’, this selection shares an improved tidy habit, though it is a bit smaller and more compact in size overall. In its first year, ‘Purrsian Blue’ forms a small, perfectly rounded, densely branched clump of tiny, green leaves. In year two, the plant maintains its compact mounding habit but nearly doubles its spread to just over two feet across.

This is a very floriferous selection whose flower power is amplified by its having its flowers spaced closely together on the stems. Periwinkle blue flowers are coddled by dark purple calyxes just above the aromatic foliage from early summer into early fall.

‘Purrisan Blue’ has everything today’s gardeners are looking for: a low maintenance, drought tolerant, deer resistant, long blooming perennial that looks great all season.

A purr-fect Catmint for fans of ‘Cat's Meow’ who love the look but want a smaller scale version. In addition to being a little over half the height, ‘Cats Pajamas’ also blooms about 2-3 weeks earlier than ‘Cat's Meow’. The ball-shaped habit carries long, dark flower stems that hold indigo blue flowers. Unlike older varieties that only produce flowers at the top of the stems, this improved Catmint has blooms from the soil to the tips of the stems. Even when the flowers are past peak, the color of the rosy purple calyxes give your garden an additional splash of color. As an added bonus, the small, aromatic leaves keep deer and rabbits away. Try this shorter stature plant in city gardens or near the front of the border.

Chartreuse yellow foliage glows for three seasons out of the year! Contrasting clusters of lavender-blue flowers bloom early summer and unlike other Nepeta, this variety will continue to bloom into fall without being cut back.

This selection of Catmint is a sterile dwarf of N. ‘Walker’s Low’ and only reaches approximately 40cm (16 inches) tall. It features blue-green leaves that are highly aromatic when crushed or bruised so an excellent addition planted along a garden path. Small pale lavender flowers are densely clustered and bloom from May to September. Shear back the initial flower spikes for continuous bloom. Attractive to our feline friends.

Fragrant, heart-shaped foliage with white or lavender flowers. Catnip is adored by cats! Also use in teas, seasoning, and cat toys.

American Chestnut is gone from the forests, a victim of the chestnut blight caused by an introduced fungus. This disease began in New York City in 1904, spread rapidly, and within 40 years had virtually wiped out this once abundant species. Fortunately, there is no threat of extinction; sprouts continue from roots until killed back by the blight, and cultivated trees grow in western states and other areas where the parasite is absent. Blight-resistant chestnuts such as hybrids between American and Chinese species are being developed for ornament, shade, and wildlife. The wood of this species was once the main domestic source of tannin, the edible chestnuts were a commercial crop, and the leaves were used in home medicines.

A new look in Clematis! This non-vining Clematis is completely herbaceous, meaning that it dies back to the ground at the end of the growing season. Blue bell-shaped flowers appear from late May to June, with some rebloom into the later summer months. After it is finished blooming, attractive cream thread-like seed heads appear. Broad, green foliage completes the package of this unique perennial. New leaves have a bronze cast to the undersides. This plant benefits from staking, cages, or neighboring plants for support.

Riding on the coattails of the much-talked-about ‘Stand by Me’ comes a new color for the Bush Clematis type! This variety has the same performance as ‘Stand by Me’ but with a lavender shade of flowers to join the original's blue. Dark purple buds open to lavender purple, bell-shaped, nodding flowers. Attractive cream thread-like seed heads follow. Broad, green foliage. This plant benefits from staking, cages, or neighboring plants for support.

A compact, free flowering Clematis producing 4"-5" deep pink flowers with a white center bar and having attractive bronze foliage in late spring. Ideal for containers.

A popular and classical free flowering Clematis producing masses of large bright mauve-pink rounded flowers with cream anthers.

Deep purple with lighter markings down the middle of each petal. A very robust grower. June and September blooming.

A large-flowered variety, 7"-8" in diameter. Large red flowers with deep red-pink stripe. Filaments white with cream-beige anthers. Occasional early flowers may be semi-double. Introduced into the U.K. by Jim Fish in 1975 from plant(s) sent to him from Argentina by Dr. Rupple himself. Blooms from May-June and again from Aug.-Sept. One of the best striped clematis; a very strong grower.

A large-flowered variety, 4"-6" in diameter. Magenta-red petals with a velvety sheen and golden anthers. Blooms sparcely from June-July, followed by masses of flowers from Aug.-Oct. A vigorous grower; one of the easiest-to-grow clematis.

A free flowering cultivar. Single or Semi-Double. Blue flowers are profusely born through May - June. During Summer it is repeat flowering and excellent for container gardening.

Medium-size rich pink flowers with ruffly edges and reddish anthers. Vigorous grower with 5-6" flowers blooming June and September.

A large-flowered variety, 6"-8" in diameter. Lovely, perfectly formed, pure white flowers with purple-violet anthers. Blooms from May-June and again from July-Sept. Foliage is bronze when young. Suitable for containers.

C. Huldine is considered the best repeat blooming white clematis. Graceful 4" white flowers with yellow anthers on vigorous vines produce an incredible floral show. Blooms July through October. Royal Horticulture Society Award of Garden Merit winner. This premium variety is at the forefront of Clematis breeding - form and coloration are truly breathtaking.

Elegant, white, early Summer flowers, initially striped green, with contrasting chocolate -red centers and mid-green leaves. This compact, large-flowered clematis is excellent for growing in a large container or through a shrub or tree. Coping well in full sun or partial shade, it produces a second flush of satiny flowers from August to September.

Five- to seven-inch rounded petals of deep purple even darkening towards the edges. Striking bronze anthers. Profuse blooming Clematis throughout the summer.

5" deep rosy-pink, very free flowering, compact plant. Also known as Kakio, from Japan. It is a real eye-catcher. A rebloomer, this plant blooms both in early summer and late summer.

A large-flowered variety, 4"-6" in diameter. Glowing crimson-red flowers with blunt tipped, recurving sepals and contrasting cream-colored anthers. Blooms from July-Oct. Combine with purples and yellows for an outstanding color combination.

Very large 6-7″ silvery lilac flowers, giving a most unusual color clematis. This selection is rarely seen in American gardens despite its worth. Flowers have creamy-white anthers, and the 6-8 petals overlap, making a very full flower. Blooms June, July and late August. Does well in full to partial shade. Clematis Silver Moon has been given the Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society. Picton, UK, 1971.

A large-flowered variety, 6"-8" in diameter. Deep violet-blue flowers with prominent dark reddish-purple anthers. Continuous bloomer and does not fade in the sun. Blooms from May-June and again from Sept.-Oct. Makes a good cut flower.

There are few true red varieties of Clematis and this is one of the best. Flowers open to reveal an exquisite velvety, maroon-red color, before gently aging to dusky crimson. With a neat compact habit, Clematis ‘Westerplatte’ makes a superb choice for growing in patio containers. Flowers are 4-5″ in size. Very free flowering. Blooms late June to early Autumn.

Clematis durandii boasts rich periwinkle blossoms with yellow eyes that nearly obliterate the foliage of this heirloom hybrid from early through late summer. Clematis are prized for their profuse display, but this French hybrid (developed around 1820 and related to the classic C. x jackmanii) is an overachiever, boasting 4-inch blooms that offer weeks of dazzling cut flowers.

Clematis durandii reaches 10 feet tall and blooms all summer. It is considered a nonclinger or nonclimber (unless its vines are tied to a trellis or other structure) due to the fact that its vines aren't strong enough to grow up. They tend to fall over, giving it a form more like a bush. It's great for growing in a container or being allowed to meander among small shrubs. For heaviest flowering, prune back to 12 inches from the ground in early spring.

4-5" flowers of white background with purple veins throughout, turning all purple on the edges. Very distinctive variety that we are sure will become a real popular variety. Introduced in 1995! Blooms July, August, and September.

The 2" bell-shaped flowers are intense deep blue/purple with lighter blue recurved petals. Flowers fade to indigo-blue. This lax clinger is fragrant and very free flowering.

Pink tulip shaped flowers with a cherry red bar. Beautiful continual summer bloomer.

Small 2-3" tulip-like flowers. The 4-6 petal flowers are a deep red with reddish brown anthers. Very stunning! Blooms July thru September.

A charming, fragrant, nodding flower with four petals of light blue. The 2" deep flowers have recurving tips to the petals. Blooms July-September.

4" true red semi-campanulate flowers. Vigorous grower, flowering most of the summer season. Very stunning color.

Easy to grow and lots of flowers, that's the hallmark of Szczepan Marczynski's breeding.

Pink Mink™ hits the mark head on with an abundance of bright pink-on-pink blooms from early summer to early fall. Now everyone can grow Clematis!

Sweet Autumn Clematis is the famous vine for a great arbor-covering cloud of small white flowers in summer and fall.Very vigorous grower with clusters of small very fragrant white flowers.

Wouldn't it be great if Sweet Autumn clematis flowered sooner and longer and came in other colors? Now it does! ‘Sweet Summer Love’ gives you everything you want: the flowers, the fragrance, the ease of growth and cranberry-violet blooms that start over a month earlier than others. This breakthrough vine is from award-winning clematis breeder Szczepan Marczyski of Poland. It will add lots of drama to gardens when trained up a trellis or other support.

Huge, rosy-red flowers supported by strong stems. Attracts butterflies.

This stunning first-year flowering echinacea captures the spirit of the North American plains by producing a delightful mix of flower colors from rich purple, pink, red and orange tones to lighter yellows, creams and white. This wide range of flower colors on well branched, durable plants are sure to please the color preferences of any gardener. As an added bonus, ‘Cheyenne Spirit’ does not require a lot of water and offers a wide range of uses from the perennial border, in a mass landscape planting, in a butterfly garden or as a cut flower.

These wonderful summer and autumn bloomers are a favorite. They form a mound of green leaves with taller stems bearing daisy-shaped blooms. This selection offers a unique color combination. The outer edge of the petals are yellow-green and bleed into a pale, lilac-pink in the center, surrounding a bronze cone. A magnet to butterflies and excellent cutflowers. Ideal for sunny borders, the flowers are great for cutting.

A classic purple coneflower. Beautiful rose-pink ray petals with a coppery-brown, spiky central cone comprise the huge, flat flower heads. Newer blooms are more intense in color and fade to pale rose as they age.

This first-year flowering, dwarf echinacea comes in vibrant colors that will light up the garden. The blooms are loved by pollinators, and the seed cones create interest in the winter garden and attract birds. A great fresh or dried cutting flower.

First year flowering Echinacea from seed. Well-branched plant habit. Perfect patio and garden plant with excellent heat and drought tolerance.

Pure white flowers with a golden yellow cone measured 3-4” across with wide, overlapping, reflexed petals. From early through late summer, the flowers are produced prolifically on stiff, well-branched stems. More branches result in more flowers per plant and a showier display in the landscape.

This first year flowering perennial reportedly keeps on blooming without having to be deadheaded, though you may still want to trim back spent flowers to maintain a tidy appearance.

According to PanAm Seed, their PowWow Echinaceas are more floriferous, faster to flower, and genetically shorter than other seed grown varieties.

This variety is incredibly impressive for a seed grown Echinacea. It’s no surprise that it is a 2010 All America Selections winner. This first year flowering perennial reportedly keeps on blooming without having to be deadheaded, though you may still want to trim back spent flowers to maintain a tidy appearance.

In plant trial gardens, it was noted how floriferous the plants were. Each stocky, relatively short plant carried a bouquet of fragrant, 3-4”, deep purple-pink to near-magenta flowers on stiff, branched stems. More branches result in more flowers per plant and a showier display in the landscape. It was noted that the older flowers were nearly the same magenta color as the new flowers; the flowers held their bright coloration very well as they aged.

A showy perennial wildflower that blooms heavily from mid-spring to late summer, often with sporadic blooms into fall. Early- and long-blooming, Prairie Blaze Vintage Lime sets daisyesque flowers with pink rays having lime-green tips. Borne on short, sturdy stems, the uniquely colored flowers make excellent, long-lasting cuts for floral arrangements and bouquets.

Left in the garden, the flowers attract bees and butterflies; and the dried end-of-season seed heads that follow provide sustenance for songbirds as well as interest for the winter garden.

The 4-6" wide, dark rose flowers are presented atop compact, well-branched plants.

A classic white coneflower. Pure white ray petals reflex downward, away from the coppery-brown, spiky central cone. Their sweet honey-like fragrance attracts masses of butterflies. ‘White Swan’ is a bit shorter in stature than many other coneflowers.

"Alan's Pride" is a botanical marvel with zesty lime-green flowers that stands a graceful 2' tall. This first-year flowering perennial, named in honor of the renowned plant breeder Alan Sparkes, adds a vibrant touch to your garden. Its unique beauty is a lively hub for pollinators, making it a resilient and prideful addition to your garden landscape. A 2022 Fleuroselect Novelty Award Winner for its unique color and first-year blooming habit.

Provides a great display in the first year, with many seasons of incredible color thereafter. Flowers open rosy red and soften in color with age. Also a nice way to attract birds and butterflies.

Provides a great display in the first year, with many seasons of incredible color thereafter. Flowers open red and soften in color with age. Also a nice way to attract birds and butterflies.

Provides a great display in the first year, with many seasons of incredible color thereafter. Flowers open yellow/orange and soften in color with age. Also a nice way to attract birds and butterflies.

4" bright scarlet orange flowers. Flowers held over dark green foliage and demonstrates good branching. Intense color lightens to coral orange with age.

Melon-colored flowers and matching melon cones. At 5-5½" wide these are among the largest flowers in the collection. Petals are held horizontally and overlap for maximum display. The cantaloupe flower color is lighter than ‘Orange You Awesome’ and not a true yellow like ‘Yellow My Darling’.

4½" fuchsia pink flowers are made of overlapping, horizontally held petals for an exceptionally showy display. The dark cone and stems of the plant contrast with the brightness of the petals, accentuating the vibrancy of the flowers. Exceptional garden performance.

A breakthrough in Echinacea breeding! From mid through late summer, highly fragrant, 3 inch, spicy red-orange flowers bloom with a papaya orange halo in the pom-pom center. The glowing orange flowers have terrific visual impact from quite a distance, especially when planted in groups. Be sure to cut a few for a fresh bouquet that will last nearly two weeks. Though it is a hybrid of two species, ‘Hot Papaya’ strongly exhibits the traits of E. purpurea in foliage and habit. The plant forms a strong, sturdy clump with robust, deep green foliage and thick stems with maroon markings. It grows about three feet tall in the landscape, making it a good choice for the middle of the flower border.

‘Raspberry Beret’ has fully double intense raspberry pink flowers, 4" wide, with ray petals to match. Petals are slightly lighter than the cone.

4½" pompom flowers with wide, overlapping ray petals. Flowers open orange before transitioning to a coral pink with matching ray petals. The color shift gives the impression of two different flower colors on the plant at once.

Double pompom flowers open magenta pink before maturing to a medium pink. Flowers are produced over a large rosette of foliage with almost no exposed stem.

Saturated strawberry red, double pom-pom flowers that don’t bleach out as they age, putting on a sizzling hot show of color in the landscape.

Double flower form is eye-catching. Features brilliantly colored blooms of hot pink with an almost black eye when first opening!

A tanager is a type of bird that comes in an array of colors, but most often associated with a brilliant orange red-the perfect namesake for this dramatically colored coneflower. 3½", rich tangerine orange flowers with heavily overlapping petals and dark cones is produced on dark stems above dark foliage. Noted for its incredible basal branching.