Plants for Drying - Displayed by Common Name in Ascending Order - Page 1 of 2
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| Agastache | Agastache cana |
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One of the longest blooming perennials in the garden. Vivid rose purple flower spikes rise above the bronzy green foliage. Forms a compact, branched clump... | 6C-North |  |
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16" | 16" | 5-10 | 4" Green | |||||
| Artemisia | Artemisia ludoviciana |
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An outstanding silver-leaved perennial for any sunny border. This selection spreads less quickly than the older ‘Silver King', with a slightly wider leaf that holds... | 4C-South |  |
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18"-23" | 23"-29" | 2-9 | 4½" White | |||||
| Astilbe (Chinese) | Astilbe chinensis |
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‘Little Vision in Purple’ differs from ‘Visions’ by its more compact plant habit, more finely dissected leaves, and darker colored flowers. These flowers form a... | 12B-North |  |
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12"-15" | 14"-16" | 4-9 | 8" Green | |||||
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A later blooming species useful for extending the bloom season into late summer. Foliage is deeply incised, coarsely textured, and often bronze-green in color. Flowers... | 12B-North |  |
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A late-blooming, low-growing Astilbe that spreads quickly but not aggressively to form a carpet of handsome, finely divided foliage. In late summer, the carpet bristles... | 12B-North |  |
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Dense, poker-like plumes emerge a rich violet-red, then lighten up as they age. Blooms in midsummer. Bold, dark green foliage with a coarse texture. Has... | 12B-North |  |
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The large dense stalks of 'Vision Inferno' feature light pink flowers that rise above robust, deep green, divided foliage in early to mid July. As... | 12B-North |  |
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24"-30" | 14"-16" | 4-9 | 8" Green | |||||||
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Raspberry red plumes are sweetly fragrant with a dense, pyramidal shape. Blooms in midsummer. Large, clear green leaves with a coarse texture. A dwarf selection. | 12B-North |  |
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14"-16" | 12"-15" | 4-9 | 8" Green | |||||||
| Astilbe (Japanes) | Astilbe japonica |
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A species characterized by an early bloom time and glossy green leaves often tinged with red. Flowers are produced in dense, pyramidal clusters. | 12B-North |  |
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20"-24" | 12"-18" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||
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Pure white, open lacy plumes. A member of Astilbe japonica (Japanese Astilbe). A species characterized by an early bloom time and glossy green leaves often... | 12B-North |  |
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24"-30" | 18"-24" | 4-9 | 8" Green | ||||||
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'Montgomery' has dark magenta red, triangular shaped plumes are borne on darker red stems. Leaves emerge with a bronze-red tint in spring, then turn dark... | 12B-North |  |
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20"-24" | 12"-18" | 4-9 | 8" Green | |||||||
| Baby's Breath | Gypsophila paniculata |
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Airy flower sprays are ideal for flower arrangements, fresh or dried. Provides a softening effect for bold colors or large flowers, and is very attractive... | 4C-South |  |
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24"-36" | 24" | 3-9 | 4½" White | |||||
| Blackberry Lily, Leopard Lily | Belamcanda chinensis |
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A profusion of unique star-shaped flowers about 2 inches wide are produced on compact plants. They can vary in color from bright yellow-orange to near... | 10C-North |  |
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24"-36" | 8"-12" | 4-10 | 8" Green | |||||
| Black-eyed Susan | Rudbeckia fulgida |
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Black-eyed Susan 'Viette's Little Suzy' produces long lasting flowers. Little Suzy is shorter than other Black-eyed Susan’s, but despite its size it is a strong,... | 11C-North |  |
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12"-14" | 14"-16" | 3-9 | 8" Green | |||||
| Black-eyed Susan, Gloriosa Daisy | Rudbeckia hirta |
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This mid-sized strain produces large brown-eyed daisy flowers for months on end, in a range of bicolor shades from yellow through gold, orange and bronzy-red.... | 5C-North |  |
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20"-23" | 10"-12" | 5-9 | 4" Green | |||||
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A welcome color addition - deep maroon red with a dark center. Flowers are 3-4" across and produced all summer, even in poor soils. | 5C-North |  |
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24" | 12" | 5-8 | 4" Green | |||||||
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Denver Daisy sports enormous 6" to 8" blooms with outstretched petals of purest yellow. At the base of each petal is a dab or two... | 5C-North |  |
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22"-26" | 10"-18" | 5 | 4" Green | |||||||
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Bright gold, double and semi-double flowers on compact plants all summer. Use for borders, cutting. | 5C-North |  |
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8"-10" | 12" | 4-10 | 4" Green | |||||||
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Durable, easy-to-grow plants add sizzling color all summer long. Masses of bright blooms attract butterflies and make great summer bouquets. | 5C-North |  |
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12"-14" | 18"-24" | 4-10 | 4" Green | |||||||
| Blanket Flower | Gaillardia grandiflora  |
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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... | 5C-North |  |
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18"-30" | 24"-30" | 3-10 | 4" Green | |||||
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Bright red flowers with a wide, bright yellow band. | 5C-North |  |
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14"-16" | 20"-22" | 5-9 | 4" Green | |||||||
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Peach flowers with a bright yellow band. Earlier bloomer than Mesa™ Bright Bicolor and MESA™ Yellow. | 10C-N;5D-N |  |
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14"-16" | 20"-22" | 5-9 | 8" Green | |||||||
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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... | 5C-North |  |
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14"-16" | 20"-22" | 5-9 | 4" Green | |||||||
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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. | 10C-N;5C-N |  |
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16"-18" | 20"-24" | 5-9 | 4" Green | |||||||
| Blue Hair Grass | Koeleria glauca |
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Blue Hair grass has fantastic foliage and nice flowers, which are excellent in dried flower arrangements. Blue Hair grass is an ideal border plant, non-invasive... | 4C-South |  |
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12"-18" | 12" | 6-9 | 6" Green | |||||
| Bluestem (Big) | Andropogon gerardii |
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‘Indian Warrior’ forms a tall, strictly upright clump of green foliage that begins to take on dusky purple tones as early as midsummer. In late summer,... | 12C-South |  |
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5'-6' | 18"-24" | 3-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||
| Brown-eyed Susan | Rudbeckia fulgida |
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Black Eyed Susans are one of the most popular perennials available today, having earned the prestigious Perennial Plant of the Year Award in 1999. | 5C-N;11C-N |  |
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24"-30" | 18"-24" | 4-10 | 4" Green | |||||
| Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii |
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Destined to become the new standard, this new introduction is a terrific improvement over ‘Goldsturm’. While ‘Goldsturm’ can stand waist-high in bloom with tall, wispy... | 11C-North |  |
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14"-16" | 14"-16" | 4-10 | 8" Terra Cotta | ||||||
| Butterfly Flower | Asclepias tuberosa |
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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... | 9C-North |  |
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24" | 24" | 3-9 | 8" Green | |||||
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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... | 5C-North |  |
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| Chives | Allium schoenoprasum |
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Both edible and ornamental! The leaves of common chives can be harvested at any time. They taste much like green onions and have similar hollow... | 8D-North |  |
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| Cockscomb | Celosia plumosa |
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This comb-type cut flower celosia was very impressive, with large, dense carmine red flower combs on nice healthy green stems. 'Tornado Red' is an excellent... | 8D-South |  |
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| Coneflower | Echinacea |
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According to the Dutch hybridizer Marco van Noort, ‘Delicious Candy’ is his best Echinacea in 5 years! The color on this double coneflower is practically... | 12C-North |  |
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18"-24" | 14"-16" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||
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Mini Belle is a miniature version of ‘Southern Belle’. With its bright magenta blooms and strong stems, yet in a smaller version for smaller garden... | 12C-North |  |
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18"-24" | 24"-30" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Named after the popular Orange Skipper butterfly, this fantastic new selection’s saturated, deep neon-tangerine orange color is reminiscent of the wings of her namesake. A... | 12C-North |  |
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15"-18" | 18"-24" | 5-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Fascinators are those fashionable pins that ladies wear in their hair in London for the Queen’s birthday or the ladies in Kentucky wear for the... | 12C-North |  |
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16"-20" | 12"-16" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Dwarf habit, strong sturdy stems, true pink flowers and an exceptionally long bloom time make this an excellent coneflower for any garden. This cross between... | 12C-North |  |
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18"-20" | 18"-20" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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This new introduction features single petaled, flowers the color of orange sherbet that age to soft, raspberry pink. Retains its color until winter frost. Drought... | 12C-North |  |
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16"-18" | 18"-23" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Huge, rosy-red flowers supported by strong stems. Attracts butterflies. | 5D-North |  |
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36"-48" | 24" | 3-9 | 4" Green | ||||||
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This is easily one of the nicest of the double pom-pom type Echinaceas introduced thus far. This plant’s picture perfect qualities include nicely proportional plants... | 12C-North |  |
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18" | 14"-16" | 4-8 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Uniquely-colored double coneflower, light cherry-pink pompom blooms with lime-green centers and brighter cherry flecking on the petals, compact foliage with sturdy well-branched stems, prolific flowering... | 12C-North |  |
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16"-20" | 14"-16" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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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,... | 5D-North |  |
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22"-30" | 18"-28" | 4-9 | 4" Green | |||||||
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Named for the brilliant yellow Cleopatra Butterfly, the blossoms of this fantastic new coneflower mimics its namesake. Incredibly vibrant golden yellow, fragrant flowers with a... | 12C-North |  |
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16"-18" | 12"-16" | 4-8 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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This selection is a very prolific bloomer, a significant improvement on many other varieties currently available. It features graceful drooping bright-pink petals surrounding a large... | 12C-North |  |
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27"-29" | 18"-23" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Unusual double-layered flowers attract butterflies to a wide range of landscape settings. Lovely in perennial, wildflower or cutting gardens and attractive planted with white foxglove,... | 5D-North |  |
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36"-40" | 18"-24" | 3-8 | 4" Green | |||||||
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This outstanding selection has vivid purplish pink flowers with 2 rows of perky petals that never droop. They are presented atop strong, dark red to... | 12C-North |  |
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These flaming red-orange flowers have deeply reflexed petals and a large, dark coppery brown cone. This hot new perennial will add pep to your summer... | 12C-North |  |
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25"-31" | 18"-23" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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This incredibly unique Echinacea was discovered by Piet Oudolf and introduced through Future Plants. Light green ray petals surround the large, green cone of this... | 12C-North |  |
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20"-24" | 12"-18" | 3-8 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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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... | 12C-North |  |
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30"-36" | 24"-30" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Named for the glowing orange Julia Butterfly, the blossoms of this fantastic new coneflower mimics its namesake. Glowing tangerine orange, single flowers with a deep... | 12C-North |  |
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A dwarf version of the well-known native purple coneflower. Large, daisy-like flowers with clear pink, recurved ray petals and large, bronzy-orange central cones appear atop... | 12C-North |  |
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18"-24" | 12"-18" | 3-8 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Lemon Drop is a fully double coneflower with bright yellow petals the color of Lemon Drop candies. Add this color to your garden to brighten... | 12C-North |  |
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15"-18" | 18"-24" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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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... | 5D-South |  |
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36"-36" | 18"-24" | 3-8 | 4" Green | |||||||
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A profusion of true bright pink, pompon-like flowers which measure about 3" across are produced on strong, well-branched stems from mid through late summer. The... | 12C-North |  |
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18"-24" | 12"-18" | 3-8 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Raspberry pink blooms, tipped in white look like berries dipped in white chocolate. How playful is that? A red cone compliments the petal colors perfectly... | 12C-North |  |
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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... | 5D-S;12C-N |  |
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18"-24" | 12"-16" | 3-8 | 4" Green | |||||||
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This first year flowering perennial reportedly keeps on blooming without having to be deadheaded. Each stocky, relatively short plant carried a bouquet of fragrant, 3-4”,... | 5D-S;12C-N |  |
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18"-24" | 12"-16" | 3-8 | 4" Green | |||||||
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Prairie Splendor (TM) boasts and earlier bloom time (up to 2 weeks earlier than other varieties) and an extended flowering period from late June to... | 5D-South |  |
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18"-24" | 18"-24" | 3-8 | 4" Green | |||||||
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‘Purple Emperor’ produces large, fragrant, saturated magenta purple blossoms on sturdy, well-branched stems that are held in perfect proportion to the bushy clump of deep... | 12C-North |  |
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This plant boasts 3” wide, hot magenta pink flowers that really catches your eye from a distance. Flowers lighten to light lavender pink with age.... | 12C-North |  |
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'Solar Flare' is as close as we’ve come to a true red Echinacea. This is a new color for the genus, a kind of deep... | 12C-North |  |
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24"-36" | 18"-24" | 4-8 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Absolutely the color of a ripe cantaloupe! Young flowers look like a brown eyed, double Gerbera and are excellent as a cut flower. As the... | 12C-North |  |
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Selected for its large 4" dark raspberry-red flowers and huge orange cones, dark green foliage with strong sturdy dark stems, very floriferous. | 12C-North |  |
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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.... | 5D-South |  |
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30"-36" | 18"-24" | 3-8 | 4" Green | |||||||
| Cupid's Dart | Catananche caerulea |
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Daisy-like, papery, lavender-blue flowers are borne singly on bare stems from mid to late summer. These stems arise from a neat mound of long, narrow... | 5C-South |  |
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18"-30" | 10"-12" | 4-9 | 4" Green | |||||
| Delphinium | Delphinium elatum |
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Dramatic flowers, excellent cut or beautiful at the back or center of the garden. Especially attractive with foxglove, tall bearded iris and peony. Fertilize well... | 5C-South |  |
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30"-36" | 24" | 3-7 | 4" Green | |||||
| Dusty Miller | Senecio cineraria |
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Finely cut, silvery white, velvety foliage on uniform plants. The striking leaves are superb for adding contrast and texture to beds and borders. The size... | 9D-North |  |
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| Dwarf Garden Rue | Ruta graveolens |
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Gorgeous, ferny silvery-blue mounded foliage plant. A great accent plant with interesting texture that looks good all season long. Small yellow flowers in late summer... | 4C-South |  |
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Silvery, velvety foliage with white, star-shaped flowers. | 5B-South |  |
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12"-12" | 12" | 4 | 4" Green | |||||
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Fragrant gray-green foliage, excellent fresh or dried for arrangements, crafts. | 3B-South |  |
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This long-lived, shrub-like perennial presents long spikes of indigo-blue flowers above pleasing blue-green foliage. Blooms are followed by attractive black seed pods. | 12C-North |  |
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36"-48" | 18"-24" | 3-9 | 8" Green | |||||
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'Pink Lemonade' has unique bicolor flower spikes, the first bicolor of the DECADENCE® series. In late spring to early summer, soft yellow flowers age to... | 12C-North |  |
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42"-48" | 36"-48" | 4-9 | PW 2.0 Gallon | ||||||
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Adding to the array of Baptisia flower colors developed by Dr. Jim Ault of the Chicago Botanic Garden, TWILITE PRAIRIEBLUES™ has deep purple buds which... | 12C-North |  |
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42"-5' | 48"-5' | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | ||||||
| False Spirea | Astilbe arendsii |
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Strong, lavender plumes of Astilbe Amethyst sway above lacy deep green foliage in profusion. Airy plumes in early summer move with the slightest breeze. | 12B-North |  |
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31"-33" | 18"-24" | 4-8 | 8" Green | |||||
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The classic white astilbe, 'Bridal Veil' has lacy white panicles that gently droop at the tips, lending a frothy look to the clump. | 12B-North |  |
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Brilliant electric green foliage emerges in early spring, soon maturing to a palette of burgundy, purple and green. In fall, foliage turns vibrant gold, orange... | 12B-North |  |
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'Fanal' has been around since 1933 but remains one of the best red Astilbes. It is attractive in almost every season. The fernlike foliage emerges... | 12B-North |  |
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20" | 12"-15" | 3-8 | 8" Green | |||||||
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Very dark red buds open to reveal striking, deep red flowers with rose highlights; they truly glow as their name implies. Flower plumes are narrowly... | 12B-North |  |
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Snow white flowers on dense, pyramidal plumes. Blooms in early summer. Shiny, dark green foliage provides tremendous contrast for the light-colored plumes. | 12B-North |  |
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24"-28" | 18"-20" | 4-9 | 8" Green | |||||||
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This selection features a low mound of lacy green foliage, topped by large branching heads of fragrant, triangular bright pink plumes. Good for a shady... | 12B-North |  |
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12"-16" | 14"-18" | 4-9 | 8" Green | |||||||
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A later blooming species useful for extending the bloom season into late summer. Foliage is deeply incised, coarsely textured, and often bronze-green in color. Flowers... | 12B-North |  |
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28" | 16"-20" | 4-9 | 8" Green | ||||||
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A gorgeous four foot tall astilbe with showy, clear salmon pink plumes over boldly divided dark green leaves that may have bronze edging. Plant this... | 12B-North |  |
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40"-48" | 24"-36" | 3-9 | 8" Green | |||||||
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'Amber Moon' is useful for brightening up the shade garden as well as providing beautiful long-stemmed flowers for fresh and dried bouquets. The foliage emerges... | 12B-North |  |
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34"-38" | 22"-28" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | ||||||
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This beautiful perennial has lacy, deep blue-green, waxy foliage with a light silver overlay. Red stems carry panicles of deep salmon pink buds which open... | 12B-North |  |
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24"-36" | 24" | 4-9 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||||
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Mid-late, shiny dark green foliage with bright shell pink flowers, produces twice as many flowers than other types, often reblooms. | 12B-North |  |
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16"-20" | 18"-24" | 3-8 | 8" Green | ||||||
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Rich coral-rose, arching plumes are very large, open, and drooping; very different than typical astilbe flowers. Blooms are presented on tall stems above the glaucous... | 12B-North |  |
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30" | 24"-28" | 4-9 | 8" Green | ||||||
| Feather Reed Grass | Calamagrostis acutiflora |
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Avalanche has white variegated foliage, the narrow green leaves have a bright gold center which radiates out in the sunlight. Attractive tan wheat-like seeds appear... | 12C-South |  |
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40"-48" | 12"-24" | 4-7 | 8" Green | |||||
| Fountain Grass (Purple) | Pennisetum setaceum |
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Gracefully arching, wine-purple foliage topped with burgundy, soft bottlebrush plumes up to 1' long appear in midsummer. Enjoy its winter interest too-the plumes and the... | 4C-N,12C-S |  |
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30"-36" | 18"-24" | 9 | 1 Gallon White | |||||
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The first-ever variegated Purple Fountain Grass! This striking cultivar was discovered and selected from a batch of P. ‘Rubrum’. The new leaves are... | 4C-N,12C-S |  |
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24"-36" | 24" | 9-11 | 1 Gallon White | ||||||
| Gayfeather; Blazing Star | Liatris spicata |
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Multiple wands of bright violet-purple flowers open from top to bottom beginning in early summer. All together, Liatris is a very strong vertical accent... | 6C-North |  |
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36"-48" | 16"-20" | 3-9 | 4" Green | |||||
| Giant Reed Grass (Variegated) | Arundo donax |
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Once called "The king of grasses", this green and creamy-white variegated grass is striking as a specimen or as a screen planting. Hue plumes in... | 12C-South |  |
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8'-14' | 5'9"-6' | 6-11 | 8" Green | |||||
| Globe Thistle | Echinops bannaticus |
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Beginning in early summer, intense blue spheres measuring 1.5" across appear on tall, unbranched stems. Bumblebees and nocturnal moths delight in their sweet nectar. This... | 11C-North |  |
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36"-48" | 24" | 3-8 | 8" Green | |||||
| Goldenrod | Solidago x |
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This perennial has it all! It's easy to grow, provides a showy splash of color in the garden when little else is blooming, attracts butterflies,... | 11C-South |  |
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8"-14" | 12"-18" | 5-8 | 8" Green | |||||
| Grass (Hare's Tail) | Lagurus ovatus |
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Grow this delightful little annual grass that is excellent for cutting and preserving. This is one of those ornamental grasses that you grow first on... | 4C-South |  |
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12"-20" | 10"-16" | 4-10 | 6" Green | |||||
| Heather (Scotch) | Calluna vulgaris |
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'Spring Torch' gets its name from the vibrant color of its new growth in spring. The mid-green leaves are tipped in shades of cream, orange,... | 4B-South |  |
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12"-18" | 20"-25" | 3-7 | 8" Terra Cotta | |||||
| Hydrangea (Bigleaf) | Hydrangea macrophylla |
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Big Easy has exceptionally large, vividly colored mop-head flowers, the largest of perhaps any mop-head hydrangea. The huge blooms go through a wonderful progression of... | 12A-North |  |
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24"-36" | 36"-48" | 5-9 | 3 Gallon | |||||
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A very strong rebloomer with rich color. The Let's Dance reblooming series continues to improve and expand with Blue Jangles™, a compact selection with delightful rich... |
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A strong, reliable bloomer with an abundance of intensely colored mophead blooms. Flower color ranges from a rich violet-purple color on acidic soils to a... | 12A-North |  |
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Let’s Dance Starlight is the first ever new wood blooming lace-cap. It’s hardy, dependable and colorful. The massive blooms are vivid pink (or blue) with... | 12A-North |  |
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24"-36" | 24"-36" | 5-9 | 3 Gallon | |||||||
| Hydrangea (Climbing) | Hydrangea anomala petiolaris |
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A charming vine for the shade! One of the most spectacular of all climbing vines! Prized for its wonderfully fragrant flowers with showy white bracts.... | 12B-South |  |
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