Perennials

Common Name: Gayfeather, Blazing Star Multiple wands of bright violet-purple flowers open from top to bottom beginning in early summer. Narrow, opposite leaves are up to 10 inches long at the base of the plant and decrease in length up the stems. All together, Liatris is a very strong vertical accent for the garden. It is a staple item for cutting gardens; it adds a bright, vertical element to bouquets. Height: 3.0-4.0 Feet Spread: 16.0-20.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9 Flower Color: Purple shades Foliage Color: Green shades Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

REALFLOR® Leucanthemum superbum 'Real Dream' is a wonderful summer-blooming perennial with large daisy flowers. The large flowers have 3 layers of greenish-yellow petals and large golden centers. Yellow petals gradually fade to white as the flower matures. his variety is very floriferous with improved disease resistance. It prefers well-drained soil in the sunny border. Deadhead to encourage continuous bloom. Origin: UK, REALFLOR® Description / Plant Notes: USDA Zone 5-9 (-20°F or -28°C) Three layers of broad green-lemon petals Tidy clumping habit, 16″ x 14″ Improved disease resistance Patent Status: PP 25,664

Plump, violet-blue flower spikes fill the air with their sweet fragrance. 'Grosso' is a cross between L. angustifolia and L. latifolia and is a larger plant overall than these species. Its long flower stems make this variety especially good for use in bouquets. L. intermedia tends to bloom a bit later in the summer than other lavenders with a possible repeat bloom towards fall. These hybrids were first developed in France for use in perfumes and essential oils. eight: 24.0-30.0 Inches Spread: 18.0-24.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 5,6,7,8,9 Flower Color: Purple shades Foliage Color: Green shades Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun

‘Victoria Falls’ is aptly named, as this blue iris has lovely ruffled petals that mimic water movement. Light lavender blue falls and standards, with a white patch in the center of each fall, highlighting the white beards. This variety will put a show from early midseason to late season, and then again in fall. Reblooms to zone 4. Height: 40.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 Flower Color: Blue shades Foliage Color: Green shades Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris have similar flowers to the more familiar Tall Bearded Iris, but on a dwarf plant that blooms much earlier. A good choice for the rock garden, or as an edging at the front of the border. Prefers a warm sunny site with good drainage. Easier to grow, and generally tougher than the Tall Bearded Irises. This selection has flowers in shades of soft to deep blue. Clumps may be easily divided every 3 to4 years in August. Drought tolerant once established. Dwarf bearded Iris are also often described as I. pumila. Large Height 15-30 cm 6-12 inches Spread 20-30 cm 8-12 inches

white rebloomer! Pristine, snow-white ruffled blooms offer a crisp, sophisticated show. A captivating and prolific bloomer. . This variety will put a show from early midseason to late season, and then again in fall. Reblooms to zone 4. Height: 40.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 Flower Color: Blue shades Foliage Color: Green shades Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

(='Variegata') Also known as the Zebra Iris, this is a very old garden plant, still as popular as ever. It forms a low clump of sword-like leaves, with golden-yellow and grey-green stripes running lengthwise, remaining nearly evergreen in mild winter regions. Fragrant lavender-blue flowers appear in early summer. Excellent for cutting. Plants must have excellent drainage, particularly in hot, humid summer regions or areas with wet winters. Clumps may be easily divided every 3 to 4 years in late summer, exactly as you would treat a Bearded Iris.

Common Name: Hosta Nicely mounded leaves are dark green with wide, irregular margins of buttery yellow Attractive buds open to pale lavender flowers on 24" scapes in mid to late summer Prefers full shade to 3/4 day of sun A real eye-catcher! Hostas are exceedingly popular perennials in today's gardens due to their versatility in the landscape. Their subtle colors, tall flower scapes, and broad, coarse leaves fill a niche in garden designs that few other plants can achieve. Their large leaves provide excellent coverage for dying bulb foliage.

This fascinating, full-shade hosta is truly magical! Curious white leaves are a welcome surprise as they emerge in spring. As it matures, the leaves transform into a blend of green and cream. Lavender flowers grace your garden by early summer. Performs best in full shade. Direct sun can burn the foliage. Grows 12-15'' high

A very interesting variegated hosta whose leaf color changes throughout the season, 'Whirlwind' (Plantain Lily) is a lovely addition to shady areas. It forms attractive, dense mounds of ovate to heart-shaped, folded, twisted and pointed, creamy white to lime green leaves with broad dark green margins. Height: 20.0 Inches Spread: 40.0 Inches Scape Height: 30.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9 Flower Color: Purple shades Foliage Color: Variegated Sunlight: Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Common Name: Hosta Like no other hosta; definitely a collector's item Upright, narrow, tightly folded leaves resemble hands folded in prayer Dark green leaves are heavily rippled with very narrow, gold margins Leaves have a matte finish above but are folded, revealing their shiny undersides Lavender flowers on 18" scapes are abundant in late summer Height: 14.0-18.0 Inches Spread: 12.0-16.0 Inches Scape Height: 18.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9 Flower Color: Purple shades Foliage Color: Variegated Sunlight: Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

Ovate leaves have dark green centers and outstanding, crisp white, streaked margins (margins are creamy-yellow in spring) Leaves are of better than average substance, are slightly wavy, and display good sun tolerance Lavender flowers appear on 30" scapes in midsummer Attracts both hummingbirds and songbirds A sport of H. 'Francee' Hostas are exceedingly popular perennials in today's gardens due to their versatility in the landscape. Their subtle colors, tall flower scapes, and broad, coarse leaves fill a niche in garden designs that few other plants can achieve. Their large leaves provide excellent coverage for dying bulb foliage. Hostas also grow well in city environments where the air may be polluted by car exhaust, etc. Height: 22.0 Inches Spread: 30.0 Inches Scape Height: 30.0 Inches Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9 Flower Color: Purple shades Foliage Color: Variegated Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun) Full Shade (< 4 hrs. Direct Sun)

(Mature Size: 16"T x 37"W) American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year 2001, 'June' Hosta is a sport of 'Halcyon' with beautiful foliage. This hosta is consistently number one in the popularity polls and for good reason. A Must Have!!! Forms a perfect mound of gold leaves with a wide blue-green margin.

'Halcyon' is one of the best and most popular of the blue hosta cultivars. An erect plant to 14" tall featuring a mound of flat, spear-shaped, heavily-textured, blue-green leaves and racemes of bell-shaped, pale lilac-blue flowers on 26" scapes. This cultivar retains blue leaf color longer than most other blue hostas. 12'' high x 20'' wide

Adorable miniature hosta round, blue-green to grey-green leaves with a creamy white margin Forms a perfectly symmetrical mound; moderate growth rate rock gardens, and containers Prefers light to full shade

small to medium sized hosta that is hard to miss in the spring garden Leaves emerge brilliant yellow on red petioles; red coloring extends from the base of the petiole up into the leaves As the season progresses, the foliage darkens to chartreuse, but the red petioles remain all season long The broadly ovate leaves are slightly corrugated with distinctly rippled margins at maturity Lavender flowers are produced in midsummer Vigorous grower; best in full shade 12'' high x 20'' wide

Dancing Queen’ emerges bright yellow and remains yellow all season long. The large leaves have a prominent pie crust edge, adding even more pizzazz to this colorful hosta. In mid to late summer, the foliage lightens to soft yellow and the clump is topped with pale lavender flowers. 18'' high x 30'' wide

'Big Daddy' is a large, blue-leaved hosta that grows in a mound to 28" tall and to 40" wide.

Blue-eyed Grass USDA Zone: 4-9 Plant number: 1.493.030 A charming selection of the Blue-eyed Grass, valuable in the rock garden as well as for edging in the border. Plants form a low clump of grassy green leaves, bearing bright blue star-shaped flowers in late spring for several weeks. Not really a grass, these are close cousins to the more familiar garden Iris. This selection is one of the best for areas with hot, humid summers. Clumps may be easily divided in fall or early spring. A true little gem!Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Spring Height 15-20 cm 6-8 inches Spread 15-20 cm 6-8 inches