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Acaena
saccaticupula 'Blue Haze' (New Zealand
Bur) Perennial. Low growing silvery green
creeper. Different from known cultivar, pointed serrated
leaves, not round. Slow grower, needs ample water. Height
1".
Light: Part Sun. Zone: 5
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Acaena
inermis 'Purpurea' (Purple New Zealand Bur)
Foliage makes a nice amethyst-colored carpet across the ground. Cream
flowers spikes arise in summer. Semi-Evergreen in cool areas.
Light: Part Sun to Part Shade. Zone: 5. Traffic: Light. |
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Achillea
tomentosa 'Lemon' Very
hardy and tough, drought loving carpet on the ground. Fuzzy, gray
foliage creeps along the ground until late spring when the plant throws
up the most cheery yellow bloom about the ground. Ht 3-4 Zone: 4 |
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Acinos
alpinus (Rock-Thyme)
Light green, loose cushion forming plant. Loves hot, dry weather and
being ignored! Deep lilac in color, turning to light pink when fading in
summer.
Height: 4-6 Light: Full Sun Zone: 5 |
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Ajuga
pyramidalis 'Metallica Crispa'
(Maroon Bugleweed) A fast
spreading, semi-evergreen groundcover. About 6 tall and a 12 to 16
spread. Quickly forms a dense mat with deep blue or violet flowers with
pyramid shape from spring to early summer. Zone 3 to 8. |
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Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' (Variegated Bugleweed)
A dense, low growing
groundcover with tri-colored leaves ranging from purple
to white to green. Blue flowers late spring to early
summer. Sun to partial shade. Zone 3
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Ajuga reptans 'Catlin's
Giant' (Blue Bugleweed) A polite ground cover. Spreading
by runners, they quickly form mats of foliage. Huge
leaves with a reddish cast topped by large, bright blue
flower spikes in spring. Prefers Shade to Part Shade.
Height 8". Zone 3
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Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate
Chip' (Dwarf
Bugleweed) Attractive groundcover provides small, chocolate
chip colored foliage. Blue flower spikes in spring. Perfect evergreen
selection, especially beneath trees and shrubs where little else can
grow. Care: Extremely easy to grow! Prefers regular watering. Spring
bloom. Height 1-2". Spacing 12". Moderate growth. Zone 3
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Ajuga reptans 'Golden
Glow' Blooms: late Spring
Habit: low-growing, spreading groundcover Uses: gardens, landscapes,
mixed containers Flowers: blue Foliage: patterned gold Height: 3 in.
Spread: 30 in. Hardiness: 3 Variegated creamy yellow, green and maroon
foliage. Violet blue flowers in May-June. Ht. 4 in |
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Ajuga reptans 'Rubra' (Prostrate Bugleweed) A shade tolerant, low
spreading variety with margined maroon leaves.
Spikes of blue flowers in early spring. Height 4".
Zone 3
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Ajuga reptans 'Silver
Beauty' (Silver Beauty Bugleweed) Olive-gray foliage is the outstanding
feature of this low-growing groundcover. Grows well in
sun or shade and a wide variety of soil conditions.
Height 6". Zone 3
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Anacyclus depressus
'Silver Kisses'
(Mt. Atlas Daisy)
Very tight and compact plant. Attractive gray lacy foliage gives way
to white daisy flowers in spring, which completely cover the plant.
Excellent for dry, gritty areas, or along a path. Perfect for patios and
borders. Semi-evergreen in warmer climates. Light: Sun to Part Sun Zone:
3 Traffic: Moderate |
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Antennaria carpatica (Pussytoes)
Super tough gray, almost
white creeper that forms a dense mat. Light gray felt foliage slowly
creeps to cover the ground entirely. Perfect plant for dry, gritty
areas. Cream/brown flowers in summer. Height: 2 Light: Full Sun Zone: 2 |
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Anthemis carpatica 'Karpatenschnee'
(Mountain Dog-Daisy)
Great textured foliage of grayish blue
(white down). This plant forms a nice cushion of foliage that is fast
growing and re-blooms well. Best grown in a lime free soil and is
perfect as a border plant. White daisy flowers with yellow sunray center
in early summer. Height: 6 Light: Full Sun Zone: 6 |
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Arabis
ferdinandi-coburgii 'Old Gold' (Golden Rock
Cress)
Brilliant green and gold star shaped rosettes form nice clumps in the
garden. Great for borders or around shrubs. White flowers on 2 stems in
spring
Height: 2-4 Light: Full Sun Zone: 5 |
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Arabis sturrii
(Mountain Rockcress) Very tight,
compact and durable evergreen plant. Deep green star shaped foliage
keeps a tight mat as it spreads. Excellent plant for dry gritty areas,
or along a path. Will also adjust to normal garden conditions as well.
Perfect for patios and borders. Light: Sun to Part Sun Zone: 3 Traffic:
Moderate |
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Arctostaphylos
uva-ursi
(Bearberry)
This groundcover is excellent around shrubs
in native settings. Also thrives in sandy soils and is used widely for
erosion control. Protect from winter sun & wind where snow is limited.
Foliage turns bronze in winter. Flowers white through spring. Berries
turn red in fall and persist through winter. Light: Part Sun to Shade.
Zone: 2 |
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Armeria maritima 'Rubrifolia'
(Red Leaf Sea Thrift)
Very shiny, green, hair-like foliage that turns reddish purple tones in
the spring and holds darker color the rest of the year. Excellent as a
border plant. Needs good drainage. Deep pink pom-pom flower in late
spring bloom.
Height: 6-8 Light: Sun to Part Shade Zone:4 |
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Armeria maritima 'Victor
Reiter' (Dwarf Sea Thrift)
Tiny mounds of compact gray-green tufts with tiny flowers that look like
little pom-poms. Light pink flowers in late spring. Height: 2-3
Light:Sun to Part Shade Zone: 3 |
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Artemisia viridis 'Tiny
Green' (Tiny Green Artemisia)
Pale green foliage is finely textured and has a nice aroma. Forms a
loose mat and will take much neglect. Good for tough to grow spots.
Pale, tiny cream buds open in bunches, but are pretty unnoticeable in
late spring. Height: 2-3 Light: Sun to Part Shade Zone: 3 |
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Asarum europeum (European Ginger) A distinguished
evergreen ground cover forming low mats of dark evergreen
richly glossy, heart shaped foliage. Shaded, woodland
site with well amended, organic soil. Curious brownish
flowers are borne under the foliage. Height 8". Zone
5
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Aster linearifolius
Numerous stems of green grassy-leaf
wands bear many purple daisies late summer to fall. Charming rock garden
basic. 6" x 8" Tall. |
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Buchloe dactyloides
(Buffalo Grass)
Buffalo grass grows mostly in the North American prairies. They have a
dry climate during the summer, and a very cold and windy climate in the
winter. Buchloe is a warm-season, native short-grass. It grows 2 to 5
inches tall and spreads about six to 12 feet. It has a round hollow stem
with gray, green curly leaves. In winter it turns tan and in the autumn
it turns lavender.. In dry seasons it gets brown, and stops growing, and
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Carex berggrenii
(Nutbrown Sedge)
Ornamental Grass. Chestnut brown foliage
make this little sedge an excellent choice for a unique pathway plant or
woodland walkway. Small insignificant white flowers in early summer.
Height 1-2". Spacing 6". Slow growth rate. Hardy to zone 5.
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Carex speciosa 'Velebit
Humilus' (Sedge) Ornamental Grass.
Low growing sedge that resembles a mop of green hair. This plant forms
nice mounds and does not take over. It flowers in late spring with a
nice cream bloom, not extremely showy, but a nice addition. Useful in
woodland settings, along rocks and near ponds. Height 4-6". Spacing 12".
Moderate grower Hardy to zone
4.
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Cerastium alpinum
lanatum (Alpine
Mouse-Ear)
Hairy, light gray hairy foliage feels like felt. It forms dense cushions
on the ground. This plant needs sharp drainage, but also cant be left
to dry out. White flowers top this gray carpet in summer.
Height: 2-4 Light: Full Sun. Zone: 3
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Cerastium
tomentosum
(Snow-in-Summer)
Low spreading silver foliage that forms a lovely gray carpet on the
ground. Needs well drained soil. Tons of white flowers in the summer.
Height: 3 Light: Sun to Part Shade Zone: 3
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Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
(Blue Plumbago)
Relatively fast spreading groundcover which
is often used for edging borders or walks. Combines well with a good
selection of other groundcovers. Excellent late season, bright-blue
floral display. Foliage turns bronzy after frost. 6-10 tall. Light:
Part Sun to Shade. Zone: 5 |
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Chamaemelum nobile
(Roman Chamomile) This spreading plant forms a soft textured
mat of aromatic, light green foliage. Small yellow button flowers make a
nice accent. Excellent lawn substitute. Delightful groundcover for beds
and borders.
Care: Very frost hardy plants thrive in nearly any soil and require
little attention. Water liberally during growth period. Mow before bloom
time to control height.
Ht. 2"-6" Fast growth rate. Summer bloom.
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Convallaria majalis 'Rosea' (Pink Lily of the Valley) A moderate to fast growing
groundcover with an indefinite spread. Medium to dark green foliage
grows about 6-8" tall. A great cover for underneath trees. Nicely
fragrant, light pink flowers from mid to late spring. Too much sun
will burn the plant. Grows best in light to dense shade. Zones 3-7.
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Convallaria majalis
(White Lily of the Valley) A moderate to
fast growing groundcover with an indefinite spread. Medium to dark green
foliage grows about 6-8" tall. A great cover for underneath trees.
Nicely fragrant, white flowers from mid to late spring. Too much sun
will burn the plant. Grows best in light to dense shade. Zones 3-7. |
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Cymbalaria muralis
(Kenilworth Ivy)
Perfect plant for shady walkways, rock
walls or next to a pond. This little creeper spreads rapidly with
kidney-shaped leaves, topped by tiny lavender flowers with yellow
throats. Very reliable to come back year after year. Summer bloom.
Height 2". Spacing 12". Fast growth rate. |
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Dianthus
gratianopolitanus 'Sternkissen' (Cheddar Pink)
Tight mound of blue green foliage. Flowers bloom close to the foliage.
Pink/purple blossoms in the shape of stars bloom in late spring.
Height: 3 Light: Full Sun. Zone: 3
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Dianthus 'Tiny Rubies'
(Cheddar
Pink) Tough steel blue foliage that will grow in a wide range
of situations. In spring, this plant is adorned with little hot pink
flowers. Great look for entryways, courtyards, or pathways. Evergreen in
warmer climates, semi-evergreen in cooler areas. Light: Full Sun to Part
Sun. Zone: 3. Traffic: Light |
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Eleocharis radicans
(Miniature Rush)
Ornamental Grass. Thousand of tiny, grass-like blades rising just above
the ground to form the most perfect little deciduous lawn. Deep green in
color, with tiny little flower beads in summer. Perfect no-mow lawn
substitute for pond area. Loves wet feet. Goes dormant in winter
months. Summer bloom. Height 1-2". Spacing 8". Moderate growth rate. |
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Erigeron scopulinus
(Sunny-Side Up Fleabane) Very tight mats of deep green foliage. Super tight to the ground.
Miniature white daisies with yellow centers bloom close to the stems in
late spring.
Height: ½ Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 4 |
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Erigeron trifidus
(Three-Lobed Daisy)
Neat wiry green-gray foliage forms sweet tufts on the ground. Very nice
border plant. Pretty lavender flowers with yellow centers in early
summer.
Height: 2 Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 5 |
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Erinus alpinus
(Fairy Foxglove)
Low growing carpet of olive green serrated tufts. Excellent plant to use
in rock gardens or dry creeks. Spikes of violet flowers bloom in late
spring.
Height: 6 Light: Full Sun. Zone: 6 |
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Erysimum
kotschyanum (Dwarf Yellow
Wallflower) Attractive ground cover
with light green, jagged leaves. Deep yellow flowers
cover the entire plant when in bloom. Excellent for rock
garden, crevices and borders. Height 1-3". The old
standard is still one of the best to start spring. Nice
cheery yellow flowers begin to bloom as crocus and
forsythia's start in the garden. Light: Sun. Zone: 4
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Erysimum
kotschyanum 'Orange Flame' (Dwarf
Orange Wallflower) Attractive ground
cover with light green, jagged leaves. Nice mat forming
habit with bright orange flowers. Excellent for rock
garden, crevices and borders. Height 1-3" Light: Sun
Zone 4
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Euonymus fortunei 'Coloratus'
(Purple Winter Creeper)
Relatively fast growing groundcover used
for large sized areas. Evergreen foliage which turns purplish in fall,
and darkens with winter. Rooting stems help with the rapid growth.
Light: Full Sun to Part Shade. Zone: 5 |
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Euonymus fortunei
'Kewensis' (Dwarf
Winter Creeper) Groundcover-evergreen. Good plant
for erosion control. Flowers are inconspicuous. Tiny
green leaves 1/4" wide. Very elegant trailing plant.
Slow grower to 2".
Light: Sun. Zone 4
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Fragaria (Berries
Galore) A
stoloniferous, herbaceous, densely carpeting, creeping groundcover.
Covers sloping banks at a mediate rate. Very attractive plants. Can
withstand light foot traffic. Relatively tolerant to drought
conditions, but appearance looks best when kept moist. Fruit is a small,
cone-shaped strawberry. Excellent for making jams. Flowers from spring
to early summer. Zone 5-6 |
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Fragaria 'Variegata'
Ground
cover to 4 high, spreading by runners. Beautiful dark green leaves with
broad white borders and white flowers in spring. Occasional large,
edible strawberries, but not as bearing as the other varieties. Zones
3-8. |
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Fragaria vesca (Alpine Strawberry) A perennial with
small edible fruit that thrives in poor soil. A clump
grower, with no runners, it is ideal as a groundcover or
as an under-planting. Plant around the bird bath for a
great bird treat. Full Sun to Part Shade. Zone 5.
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Fragaria vesca 'Golden
Alexandria'
(Golden Alpine Strawberry)
A very attractive alpine strawberry
with contrasting yellow foliage and small red fruits that have a rich,
sweet flavor. The plants will crop for many weeks and may be grown in
patio containers or in the open ground. The pale golden yellow foliage
gives all year round interest. Golden Alexander will flower and fruit in
the first year. An excellent plant for retail sales. |
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Galium odoratum
(Sweet Woodruff)
A relatively fast growing groundcover.
Combines well with other shade plants and produces very uniform growth.
Star shaped foliage becomes aromatic when dried. White flowers mid to
late spring. Enjoys moist, rich soil. 6-10 in height. Light: Moderate
to Dense Shade. Zone: 4 |
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Glechoma
hederacea 'Variegata' (Variegated
Ground Ivy) Perennial. Dense creeper that
spreads rapidly. Attractive white variegation on green
leaves. This plant works well for hanging baskets or as
ground cover. Small purple flowers in the spring and
summer Light: Part Sun Zone 5
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Gypsophila cerastoides
(Crawling Baby's Breath)
Cool light gray-green creeping foliage forms a nice carpet on the
ground. Great plant for borders and around shrubs. Late spring plant is
completely engulfed in white flowers with purple veins. Height: 3
Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 5 |
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Hedera helix
(English Ivy)
Evergreen, hardy, old-fashioned climbing
vine. Little or no maintenance required. Climbs quickly in moist, rich
soils. Tolerates drought, high-heat conditions, but enjoys a periodic
deep watering. Light: Full Sun to Dense Shade. Zone: 5. |
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Hedera helix
'Baltica' (Baltic
Ivy) Medium sized triangular foliage. Known for the prominent
white veins throughout the leaves. Hardy plant. Evergreen foliage. Used
widely in the Mid-West and the East. Can be used as a groundcover or as
a climbing vine. Does well in full sun to shade. Zone 5.
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Hedera helix
'Goldheart' (Gold Heart Ivy)
Leaves small, widely spaced on pink to maroon stems, with bright
yellow-blotched centers and wide green borders. Central gold color
constant; only the intensity varies with the environment.
Tolerates shade. Zone 6.
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Hedera helix
'Needlepoint' (Needlepoint Ivy)
Evergreen,
hardy, old-fashioned climbing vine. Little or no maintenance required.
Climbs quickly in moist, rich soils. Tolerates drought, high-heat
conditions, but enjoys a periodic deep watering. Has defined 3-Lobed
birdfoot foliage. Light: Full Sun to Dense Shade. Zone: 5 |
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Hedera helix
'Spetchley (Dwarf Ivy) One of the smallest of all
ivies stands less than an inch high. This creeper is an
attractive dark green that turns to maroon in winter for
double the pleasure. Care: Very frost hardy plants thrive
in nearly any soil and require little attention. Water
liberally during growth period. Slow growth rate. Height.
1" Spacing 12". Zone 5.
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Hernaria
glabra 'Green Carpet' (Rupturewort) Perennial.
This plant is an excellent evergreen creeper. Tiny,
tight, green leaves that trail along the ground, forming
an extremely dense groundcover. Flowers are little white
stars, too small to really notice. Foliage turns bronze
in color during the winter months. Height 1-2". Zone
5
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Holcus mollis 'Albo-Variegata'
(VARIEGATED VELVET GRASS)
Leaves are heavily
striped white, with foliage that reaches a height of only
8" tall. A low growing, variegated form with a rapid
growth habit. Good as a ground- cover or edging, it
prefers light sandy soil. Quite showy and much less
vigorous than the species. Hardy to Zone 5.
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Houstonia
caerulea (Bluets) A beautiful
perennial wildflower from North America. This plant thrives in
humus-rich soil. Use in the front border, in a woodland setting or as an
under-story plant with azaleas and rhododendrons. Late summer bloom.
Height 3". Spacing 8". Slow growth rate. Hardy to Zone 4.
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Houttuynia
cordata 'Chamaeleon' A shade tolerant
herbaceous groundcover with an attractive green, yellow,
and red variegation that is most pronounced in full sun.
Spreads widely with underground rhizomes. Will grow well
in very wet conditions, and does well in average soils
with some shade. Grows to 18". Zone 6
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Hutchinsia
alpina (Chamois
Cress) Charming little creeper that looks like a flattened
Candytuft on the ground. Deep green serrated leaves make quite a sweet
impression, followed by dainty white tufts in spring. Excellent in a
rock garden, as a border plant, or used between stones. Evergreen in
warmer climates, semi-evergreen in cooler areas. 3" tall. Fast growth
rate. Zone 3.
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Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides
(Variegated
Pennywort)
Green, White and Yellow create a wonderful array of color for the
ground. Leaves root as they go to form an endless carpet of color. Small
White/Green flowers come and go quickly. Excellent around ponds,
stepping stones, or any damp area in need of a face lift. Light: Shade
to Part Shade Zone: 5 Traffic: Moderate |
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Iberis sempervirens
'Snow Cushion' (Candy Tuft) This is a
very short selection of Candytuft that grows half the height of
'Snowflake,' reaching about 5 to 6 inches tall. Large, dense flower
heads of pure white color over needle like-evergreen foliage. Zones 3-9. |
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Isotoma fluviatilis (Blue Star
Creeper) Perennial. Excellent fast spreading
creeper with light green oblong leaves. Flowers are
star-shaped, light blue which bloom predominantly in the
spring. However, if given enough attention, this plant
will flower for you many times. Height 2-3"
Spring/summer bloom Light: Part Sun. Zone 5
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Lamiastrum galeobdolon
'Herman's Pride' (Golden Dead Nettle)
Often used as a soil binder on banks. Can be used in small to moderate
sized spaces, seeing it is considered more of a clumper than a spreader.
Bright silvery foliage helps brighten shady areas. Tolerates sun only if
given ample water when hot. Light: Light to Dense Shade Zone: 4 |
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Lamium maculatum
'Beacon Silver' (Spotted
Dead Nettle) Low tight mat of silver leaves with
green lining. Pink flowers appear in late spring-early
summer. Zone 4
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Lamium maculatum 'Beedham's
White' (Spotted
Dead Nettle) Used as a cover where it cannot outgrow its
bounds. Flowers are most effective in spring, then again in summer.
Attractive yellow foliage, with a white blotch along the mid-rib.
Performs better in shade than sun.
Light: Shade Zone: 3 |
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Lamium maculatum 'Chequers' (Spotted
Dead Nettle) Used as a cover where
it cannot outgrow its bounds. Flowers are most effective in spring, then
again in summer. Larger foliage than the species. Pink flowers. Green
leaves with a white stripe down the mid-rib.
Light: Shade Zone: 3 |
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Lamium maculatum 'Elizabeth
de Haas' (Spotted
Dead Nettle) Used as a cover where it cannot outgrow its
bounds. Flowers are most effective in spring, then again in summer.
Foliage produces splashes of cream, yellow and chartreuse to a
background of green and white. Lavender-pink flowers are prominent
against the foliage.
Light: Shade Zone:3 |
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Lamium maculatum 'Red
Nancy' (Spotted
Dead Nettle) Used as a cover where it cannot outgrow its
bounds. Flowers are most effective in spring, then again in summer.
Silver-White foliage. Looks as if snowed upon. Helps brighten those dark
areas. Red/Dark Pink flowers.
Light: Shade Zone: 3 |
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Lamium maculatum 'Shell
Pink' (Spotted
Dead Nettle) Used as a cover where it cannot outgrow its
bounds. Flowers are most effective in spring, then again in summer.
Silver-White foliage. Looks as if snowed upon. Helps brighten those dark
areas. Light pink flowers.
Light: Shade Zone: 3 |
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Lamium maculatum 'White
Nancy' (Spotted Dead
Nettle) Used as a cover where it cannot outgrow its bounds.
Flowers are most effective in spring, then again in summer. Silver-White
foliage. Looks as if snowed upon. Helps brighten those dark areas. White
flowers.
Light: Shade Zone: 3
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Leontipodium souliei
(Creeping Eidelweiss)
White felt-like green foliage on the top and gray on bottom make this a
super plant for the garden. Has a great look around roses and shrubs.
Unique cream starflower in late spring/ early summer will intrigue
passers by.
Height: 4 Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 5 |
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Leptinella potentillina
(Bronze Brass Buttons)
Creeping green foliage turning bronze in the summer. Nice growth habit
and different color than other Leptinellas. All green instead of gray.
Little yellow buttons in spring.
Height: 1-2 Light: Sun to Part Shade Zone:6 |
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Leptinella purpurea
(Purple Brass Buttons)
Soft,
grayish-purple, fern like foliage creeps along to make a perfect living
carpet on the ground. Mini yellow button flowers top the carpet in
spring. Use in woodland settings, pond edges and around conifers.
Evergreen in warmer climates, semi-evergreen in cooler areas.
Light: Part Shade to Shade Zone: 5 Traffic: Moderate
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Leptinella
squalida (New Zealand Brass Buttons) Perennial.
Evergreen creeper with foliage that is soft and hairy,
almost fern-like. Grey-green in color, tinged with bronze
in the fall, flowers are small yellow buttons. Height
1-2" Light: Part Shade. Zone 5
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Leptinella x
'Pratt's Black' (Black Brass Buttons)
Perennial. Beautiful bronze, almost black,
fern-like foliage creeps to form a soft and fuzzy mat. Great look for
entryways, courtyards, or pathways. Excellent choice to plant over dwarf
spring blooming daffodils for a stunning array of color in spring. Small
yellow button flowers are in summer. Seems to enjoy the acidic nature of
the soil under cedar trees. Summer bloom. Height 1-2". Spacing 12".
Moderate growth rate. |
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Linaria alpina
(Toadflax)
A blue-green carpet forming plant. Violet flowers with yellow orange
markings on the lower lip. Blooms from June to September. Light: Full
Sun to Light Shade Zone: 4 |
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Linaria lobatus
(White Toadflax)
Perennial. Cute ground hugging selection
that features green, shamrock-shaped leaves clumped together and topped
with white flowers. Nice addition for beds and borders. Perfect in
crevices and incredible in containers. Can mound if put into tight
quarters. Spring bloom. Height 2". Spacing 6". Moderate growth rate. |
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Lotus
corniculatus 'Floro-Pleno'
(Double Bird's Foot Trefoil)
This creeper forms a dense carpet of dark
green, tiny leaves that will make itself comfortable in just about any
setting. Use it as a quick fill between stepping stones or by itself as
a lawn substitute. Completely covered by orange buds, which open to
double yellow flowers this plant has it all. Summer bloom. Ht. 2-4".
Spacing 6". Fast growth rate. Hardy to
4.
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Lysimachia
japonica 'Minutissima' (Miniature
Moneywort) Perennial. Tiny bright green leaves,
turning to dark green as it matures. Sweet yellow
flowers (twice the size of the leaves) cover the plant
completely in late spring/summer. Very slow. Height
1" Light: Part Shade. Zone 5
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Lysimachia
nummularia (Moneywort/Creeping
Jenny) Perennial . These plants root at each
leaf node so these plants will grow anywhere, but usually
in the place you least expect it. Loves moist areas. This
variety spreads rapidly by nickel size, green, round
leaves, which cling tightly to the ground. Flowers are
bright yellow. Height 2" Summer bloom. Zone 4
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Lysimachia
nummularia 'Aurea'
(Golden Moneywort/Creeping
Jenny) Spreading plant that
features small, round, ruffled, gold leaves and yellow flowers. Very
versatile, it will cover in a damp area and be just as happy on a dry
slope. Use in borders, near drain spouts or in containers. One of the
best dependable groundcovers for areas where other plants fail. Summer
bloom. Height 2-6". Spacing 12-18". Fast growth rate. |
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Mazus radicans
Super cool creeper
that is brown/green/splotched with black in color. Incredibly tight to
the ground and grows well, but not insane as other varieties of Mazus.
It is tops in summer for about 4-6 weeks with a white/purple and yellow
bloom-much bigger than the foliage itself. Very unusual. Ht 14
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Mazus reptans
'Alba' (White Creeping Mazus) Perennial. Bright green,
low-growing mat with white flowers that spreads rapidly.
Some die-back in harsh winter, but should resurface in
the spring. Height 2" Spring/summer bloom. Zone 4
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Mazus reptans
'Purple' (Purple Creeping Mazus) Perennial. Abundant tiny
purplish/blue flowers with white and yellow markings
cover this green carpet in the spring through fall that
spreads rapidly. Some die back in harsh winter, but
should resurface in the spring. Height 2"
Spring/summer bloom.
Light: Sun. Zone 4
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Mentha requienii
(Corsican Mint) Perennial. A soft, low
growing creeper that forms a tight green carpet. Perfect
between stones, or in a planter. Tiny plant always sends
off a gentle scent of mint when brushed. Tiny lavender
flowers. Summer bloom. Height 3" Light: Part Sun.
Zone 7
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Muehlenbeckia
axillaris nana (Creeping
Wire Vine) Perennial. Tiny, dark, glossy, green
leaves on wiry stems make this plant stand out in any
rock garden. Transparent white fruits with black seeds
are very attractive, then form tiny white stars. Loves
drought conditions, high wind, and poor soil. Height
2-4" Light: Sun. Zone 6
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Pachysandra
procumbens (Allegheny Spurge)
Slow growing, semi-evergreen groundcover. Dull-green foliage turns
reddish to cold. Purplish flowers born near the stem in early spring.
6-12" tall with a 4+ foot spread. Light: Part Sun to Shade Zone: 4 |
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Pachysandra
terminalis (Japanese
Spurge) Pachysandra is a slow growing
groundcover which grows to 6" to 12" in height.
One of the most popular groundcovers available today,
Pachysandra does well in a wide area of the country,
rarely has any disease or insect problems, and once
established is virtually maintenance free. Pachysandra is
best used in shaded areas, and is an excellent companion
plant under rhododendrons, azaleas, dogwoods, and
many other shrubs and small trees that grow in shaded
locations. Zone 4
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Pachysandra
terminalis 'Green Sheen' (Japanese
Spurge) Bright shiny foliage makes this a great
improvement over the usual pachysandra. Similar to the
species in shade tolerance and growth habits. Zone 5
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Pachysandra
terminalis 'Silver Edge'
Pachysandra terminalis 'Silver Edge', has thin silver-white margins,
hence the name 'Silver Edge.' This plant is a slower growing variegated
form of Japanese Spurge which is an old-time ground cover plant with
versatile modern day use. Japanese Spurges are evergreen the year round
and are self-sustaining and always looks well. Ideal for partly shaded
or full shade areas.
Once established, a Pachysandra planting will
eliminate grass cutting and weeding. Your lawn work stops where this
plant starts. Japanese Spurge is the only satisfactory plant that will
grow as a ground cover under Pine Trees.
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Petrohagia saxifraga
(Tunic Flower)
Light green grass-like foliage grows tall, then spills over and blooms a
dianthus like flower for 6 weeks in summer. Cut back after bloom to push
new growth and fill in thicker. Very elegant trailing plant that is
useful surrounding a border, spilling over a wall or in a meadow. Light
pink flowers in summer.
Height: 6-8 Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 6 |
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Potentilla
crantzii 'Pygmaea'
(Cinquefoil) Perennial. Very
reliable clumping perennial that will thrive in poor conditions. Forms a
dense that will slowly get larger with time, giving a soft, undulating
appearance. Spring/summer bloom. Height 2-4". Spacing 8". Slow growth
rate
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Potentilla
nepalensis 'Shogran'
(Red Cinquefoil)
This is a very versatile plant with dark carmine flowers in early
Spring/Summer that will highlight any garden! Its compact habit of 6
makes it perfect for the front of the border and rock garden plantings.
Shogran cinquefoil also has a nice scarlet fall color, which adds
interest late into the season. Full sun with moist, well-drained soil is
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Potentilla
neumanniana 'Nana' (Verna) (Cinquefoil) Groundcover.
Very durable plant to use as a lawn substitute, over
bulbs or to cover a hillside. Fast spreading runners are
covered with dark green leaves that will choke out most
weeds when established. Yellow flowers will cover plant
in early summer. Height 2-6" Light: Sun. Zone 4
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Potentilla reptans
'Pleniflora'
(Double Yellow
Cinquefoil)
Super groundcover. Deep green trailing
evergreen foliage grows 4-6, completely covering everything in its
path. Double yellow flowers make an outstanding show in summer. Height:
4-6 Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 4 |
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Pratia
pendunculata 'County Park' Small
leaf perennial creeper, deep green in color. Spreads on
top and under ground to form a tight carpet of color.
Deep violet blue flowers bloom spring through fall. Ht.
2-4" Zone 5
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Raoulia australis
(Scabwort)
Rock garden perennial. Tiny, gray leaves
from dense mat to make a perfect groundcover. Also produces
inconspicuous yellow flowers. Prefers dry conditions and is excellent
for dry pathway. Wonderful rock garden addition. Plant rock garden bulbs
for a beautiful garden all year. Care: Tough plant that needs rocky,
sandy type soil to perform best. Hates winter wet unless given the best
drainage. Spring bloom. Height 1". Spacing 6". Slow growth rate. |
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Ruellia humilus
(Fringe-Leaf/Prairie/Wild Petunia)
Large lavender funnel-shaped flowers (up to 2") from June through
August, leaves up to 4" long, average to dry soil, sun to partial shade,
drought tolerant, rare, endangered in Pennsylvania, easy to grow, 1'
tall. |
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Sagina subulata
'Aurea' (Scotch Moss) Groundcover.
Dense moss-like tufts of slender stems, which grow
together to form a carpet of gold. Small, star-shaped
white flowers cover in late spring. Useful as a ground
cover, but also very reliable between stepping stones.
Height 1" Light: Part Sun. Zone 5
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Sagina subulata
'Verna' (Irish Moss) Groundcover.
Dense moss-like tufts of slender stems, which grow
together to form a carpet of green. Small, star-shaped
white flowers cover entire plant in late spring. Useful
as a ground cover, but also is the most reliable to put
between paving blocks and stepping stones. This plant
does re-seed. Height 1" Light: Part Sun. Zone 5
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Satureja mont. 'Repanda'
(Creeping
Winter Savory) A low
growing form of winter savory. Excellent addition to a rock garden.
Foliage has a strong flavor to be used in cooking. Covered with white
flowers from September to October. Light: Full Sun to
Light Shade Zone: 5 |
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Scutellaria alpina 'Arcobaleno'
(Alpine Skullcap) A selection of mixed colors including:
Blue, baby blue, violet, white, rose and yellow. Grow 6 to 12 inches
tall. Blooms in mid summer, and best grown with well drained soils in
full sun or open dappled shade. Plants grow 12 inches wide and are
slowly spreading clumps. Zones 5-8 |
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Scutellaria alpina
'Moonbeam' (Yellow Alpine Skullcap) Deep gray-green foliage topped with
clear, light yellow flowers from May to August. A nice, compact clumping
habit for a full sun border. Grows to 10 in height. Hardy to Zone 5. |
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Scutellaria pontica
(Skullcap)
Gray-green leaves form a loose mat, which will take the most rugged
conditions. Performs best when neglected and given serious heat. Bright
red/purple tubular flowers cover in summer. Height: 6-8 Light: Full
Sun. Zone: 6 |
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Sedum 'Acre' (Goldmoss Stonecrop) Delightful
spreading groundcover forms patches of bright green and yellow foliage. It resembles moss until it becomes covered with
masses of tiny yellow flowers. Creeping plants look great
between pavers or in chinks of stone walls. One of the
hardiest succulents available. Height 1-2" Light:
Sun. Zone 4
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Sedum album
chloroticum 'Baby Tears' (Stonecrop)
Succulent. Great deep green, low growing, teardrop leaves form an
evergreen carpet. In autumn, foliage turns burgundy red. White flowers
in summer are a wonderful complement. Great for rock gardens, borders,
and containers. Striking spilling over banks or rock walls. Care: Very
frost hardy plants tolerate poor soil, but demand good drainage.
Requires little if any attention. Summer bloom. Height 2". Spacing 12".
Moderate growth rate.
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Sedum album Coral
Carpet (Coral Carpet Stonecrop)
Deep green foliage looks like tiny balls stacked on one another. Foliage
is evergreen and turns red when stressed from heat or cold. White umbel
panicles in summer. Height: 4 Light: Full Sun. Zone: 6 |
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Sedum hispanicum
minus
Succulent,
unique light gray fleshy leaves are completely covered with whitish/pink
flowers in summer, evergreen, blooms mid to late summer, grows 2". Zone:
5 |
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Sedum hispanicum
minus 'Purple Form' (Blue
Carpet Stonecrop) Succulent. Quite useful as a groundcover or in rock
gardens, this plant forms tight gray-blue foliage that changes to deep
blue, and then lovely hues of purple when cold. In late summer, foliage
is completely covered with small pink star shaped flowers. Excellent
where drought conditions prevail. Care: Very frost hardy plants tolerate
poor soil, but demand good drainage. Requires little if any attention.
Summer bloom. Height 1-3". Spacing 8". Moderate growth rate
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Sedum humifusum
(Miniature Mexican Stonecrop)
Super tiny and tight deep-green foliage in spring, keeping itself in
check. Turns bright red in heat and cold. Will re-seed itself. Brilliant
yellow star flowers in summer. Height: 1 Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone:
4 |
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Sedum kamtschaticum 'Variegatum'
Similar in
habit to the standard S. kamtschaticum but with pale green leaves edged
in white and tinged with pink, orange-yellow flowers, blooms early to
mid summer, grows 4-9". Zone: 3
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Sedum lydium (Stonecrop) Succulent. Brilliant, green, fleshy
succulent leaves turn completely red in drought or cold. Yellow blooms
are a nice complement. Great for rock gardens, borders and along
pathways. Makes an incredible carpet as a lawn substitute. Care: Very
frost hardy plants tolerate poor soil, but demand good drainage.
Requires little if any attention. Summer bloom. Height 1-3". Spacing 6".
Moderate growth rate. Zone 3.
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Sedum pachyclados
(Stonecrop)
Incredible blue rosettes form a perfect plush carpet. Tips are serrated
which seem to catch a drop of water and hold it up like a prized
diamond. Small, star-shaped white flowers cover in summer. Perfect for
rock gardens and borders. Evergreen in warmer climates. Light: Full Sun
to Part Sun Zone: 4 Traffic: Moderate |
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Sedum requieni (Miniature Stonecrop) Succulent. Indestructible,
low-maintenance, plants with tiny green leaves that form a tight mat.
Perfect for drought-tolerant conditions. Use as groundcover or rock
garden addition. Care: Very frost hardy plants thrive in nearly any soil
and require little attention. Good drainage is a must. Inconspicuous
bloom. Height1/4". Spacing 6". Slow growth rate.
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Sedum rupestre
'Angelina'
This wonderful new
easy-to-grow sedum has fleshy needle-like foliage makes a nice mat to 3'
wide of bright yellow foliage that provided the opportunity for some
really cool color combinations in the ground as well as containers. The
flowers are yellow, but that's nebulous because you won't notice them
against the foliage. Well drained soils work best for most sedums. Zone:
5-8, at least 6" tall. |
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Sedum sieboldii
(October Daphne Stonecrop)
Forms a perfect little mound of arching
stems covered with fleshy, round, blue-green foliage which is edged with
a deep pink line for an interesting highlight. Bright rose flowers in
late summer to fall. Likes well-drained soil. Zone 4-9. |
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Sedum spathulifolium
'Cape Blanca' (Silver
White Stonecrop
Fleshy green leaves covered with a
silvery-white waxy powder. Covered in Star-shaped yellow flowers in
tight clusters. 4 Tall. 12 Wide. Full sun and well drained soil. Zones
5-9 |
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Sedum spurium 'Dragon's
Blood' (Stonecrop)
Colorful ground cover for hot, dry sunny
areas. Star-shaped flowers of wine red form a carpet of color from late
June until August. The rich green foliage becomes bronze in the fall.
Semi-evergreen, they retain their foliage almost all year. Excellent for
banks, slopes, borders or edgings. Zone: 3
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Sedum spurium
'John Creech' (Stonecrop) Succulent. Excellent creeping sedum that
forms a tight mat as it spreads. Bright green stems root at every node,
turning burgundy in the fall. Foliage grows much denser than other
spuriums, making it an exceptional choice for pathways and patios.
Summer bloom. Height 2-4". Spacing 12". Moderate growth rate.
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Sedum spurium 'Red
Carpet' (Red
Carpet Stonecrop) Reddish foliage throughout the season,
becoming a deep crimson when the weather cools off. Rarely flowers but
when it does. Not as vigorous as most other spuriums, wich may be good
in a sense. Zones 3-8. Closely related to Sedum spurium Dragons Blood |
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Sedum spurium 'Tri-Color' (Stonecrop)
Low,
creeping, mat-like sedum. 2-6" tall, spreading indefinitely. Foliage
holds its best color in full sun, but can tolerate light shade. Blooms
mid to late summer with pink to purplish heads. Foliage colors green,
white and red. Very drought tolerant. Light: Full Sun to Light Shade
Zone: 3 |
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Sedum
'Weihenstephaner Gold' An ideal,
low-mounding, very neat groundcover. Covers itself with golden-yellow
flowers in July. Grows to about 4" in height. Light: Full Sun Zone: 4 |
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Sempervivium arachnoideum
(Spiderweb Hens & Chicks)
4" tall and
spreading indefinitely. Foliage covered with white hairs that extend
from leaf tip to leaf tip. Actually appearing to be cobweb like. Bright
rose-red flowers are born midsummer.
Light: Full Sun Zone: 5 |
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Sempervivium montanum
(Hens & Chicks)
This old time favorite will always
please the eye. Succulent, cactus-like foliage is topped with
rosy-purple flowers from June to July. Grows to be 3-10 tall and has a
9 spread. Grow in Sun to part shade. Zones 3-8. |
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Sempervivium tectorum
(Hens & Chicks)
Succulent, cactus-like foliage with
red tips are topped with rosy-purple flowers from June to July. Grows to
be 3-10 tall and has a 9 spread. Grow in Sun to part shade. A little
more adaptable to hard-to-grow conditions than montanum. Zones 3-8. |
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Sempervivium 'Winter
Hardy Mix'
(Hens & Chicks)
This slow growing, hardy groundcover
never fails to amaze. Centrally based with a mother plant, and gives off
little offspring in a symmetrical matter. This cactus-looking
plant gets to be 12" tall and will spread indefinitely. Purplish-Red
flowers are effective in summer. High tolerant of drought, and
needs excellent drainage. Accepts full sun to light shade.
Zone 4. |
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Silene alpestris
Very endearing plant
in the landscape. Kelly green foliage is soft and soothing in and around
shrubs. Late spring is when the show begins with 3-4 double white
flowers that rise over the pretty green foliage and move ever so nice as
the wind blows. Zone: 5 Ht.3-6 |
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Spergularia rubra
(Ruby Sand Spurry)
Neat green-silvery foliage. Looks great around roses, shrubs or in a
pathway. Flowers are hot pink and bloom in late spring.
Height: 4-6 Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 4 |
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Stachys densiflora
'Alba' (White Betony)
Deep green serrated leaves, veins are deep and noticeable. Foliage is
bushy and feels good to the touch. Nice display in borders and excellent
around miniature roses. Flowers form white spikes in summer topping the
green mounds.
Height: 2-4 Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 5 |
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Thymus Archers Gold
(Gold Thyme)
Bright gold foliage all year long, plus it has a nice aroma when
crushed. Excellent for herb garden walkways, or around rose beds. Light
lavender/pink blooms in late summer. Height: 2 Light: Full Sun Zone: 5 |
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Thymus doeriflora "Bressingham'
(Pink Bressingham Thyme)
A fabulous creeping thyme that is very
reminiscent of Woolly thyme, only with light green foliage. Use under
roses, between pavers, or as a curbside planting. Hot pink blooms turn
to soft pink, engulfing the entire carpet to make a dazzling effect.
Summer bloom. Height 2". Spacing 8". Moderate growth rate. |
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Thymus herba-berona
(Caraway Thyme) Nice Caraway scented
groundcover. Also sold as an herb. Goes great in rock gardens and in
hanging baskets. Grows 2-5" in height with shiny, dark-green
leaves. Blooms lavender flowers. Great for flavoring of meats, poultry
and fish. Zone 5. |
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Thymus 'Longwood'
(Longwood Thyme) Prostrate
silver-gray foliage similar to wooly thyme with
multitudes of 6" pink flower spikes that persist for
two months in mid-summer. Choice rock garden plant. |
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Thymus 'Pink Chintz'
(Pink Thyme) Soft, hairy, grey-green foliage.
Pink flowers born July through August. Height: 1-2 Blooms in the
Summer. Zones 4-9. |
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Thymus praecox
'Highland Cream' (Highland Cream Thyme)
Perennial. Vibrant new creeping thyme with bright cream and gold foliage
with a touch of green in the middle. Exhilarating color make this an
absolute must for entryways and patios. This plant puts its best foot
forward when it comes into bloom with soft pink flowers that fade to
white in spring. Height 2". Spacing 8". Moderate growth rate.
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Thymus
pseudolanuginosus (Woolly
Thyme) Perennial Aromatic, sun-loving, herb that
forms beautiful, evergreen mats. As a ground cover, it
will carpet dry slopes, spread among rocks or give
texture to a perennial garden. Also widely used as a
container plant or hanging basket. Summer bloom. This
variation's dusty grey foliage creates a nice effect in
large plantings. Pink flower. Height 3" Light: Sun.
Zone 4
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Thymus serpyllum
'Albus' (White Creeping
Thyme) Perennial Aromatic, sun-loving, herb that
forms beautiful, evergreen mats. As a ground cover, it
will carpet dry slopes, spread among rocks or give
texture to a perennial garden. Summer bloom. This
variation is a terrific mat-forming groundcover. Emerald
leaves with white flowers. Height 2" Light: Sun.
Zone 4
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Thymus serpyllum
'Coccineus' (Red Creeping
Thyme) Perennial. Delightful evergreen plant that creeps and
forms a solid mat of fine texture. Dark green foliage turns bronze in
autumn. Brilliant light rose flowers add to its interest and create a
versatile groundcover that will cover dry slopes, fill in between rocks
or liven hanging baskets and containers. Excellent for over-planting
bulbs. Good drainage is a must. Summer bloom. Height 2". Spacing 12".
Moderate growth rate.
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Thymus serpyllum
'Elfin' (Elfin Thyme) Perennial
Aromatic, sun-loving, herb that forms beautiful,
evergreen mats. As a ground cover, it will carpet dry
slopes, spread among rocks or give texture to a perennial
garden. Summer bloom. This variation is a delightful,
miniature thyme. Green foliage shows off with pretty pink
flowers. Slow grower. Great for rock gardens. Height
1-2" Light: Sun. Zone 4
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Thymus serpyllum
'Magic Carpet' (Magic Carpet Thyme) Perennial. A new creeping thyme that
forms a tight grip on the ground to make an impressive lawn substitute,
border plant or pleasant planting between stepping stones. Deep green
foliage has a nice scent when stepped on and explodes with
carmen pink flowers in the summer. Height 2" Spacing 8". Moderate growth
rate.
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Thymus 'Spicy
Orange' (Spicy Orange Thyme) Perennial. This unique thyme will intrigue
passersby when you use this as a walkway plant or curb planting. Light
green needle-like foliage creeping along to form a nice green carpet
that covers itself with soft pink flower spikes in the summer. Height
3-4". Spacing 8". Moderate growth rate.
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Thymus vulgaris
'Aureus" (Gold Thyme) Perennial. A low mounding thyme with
golden foliage and rose-purple flowers. Can be used as an
ornamental or to make herbal tea.
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Thymus
serpyllum 'Rosea'
(Pink Creeping Thyme)
1-3 tall. Indefinite spread. Dark green,
trailing foliage with a mint-like fragrance when crushed. Pink flowers
born late spring to early summer. Light: Full Sun Zone: 3 |
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Thymus x
citriodorus 'Doone Valley' (Doone Valley Thyme) Perennial.
Delightful lemon fragrance is a bonus with this beautiful
gold and green variegated thyme. Foliage turns red tints
in the winter. Pale lilac flowers add to its interest.
Makes a nice border or rock garden addition. Does well in
containers. Plant where fragrance can be appreciated.
Care: Very frost hardy plants thrive in nearly any soil
and require little attention. Good drainage is a must.
Moderate growth rate. Height 2"-4". Summer
bloom. Spacing 12".
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Trifolium repens
'Atropurpurea' (Bronze
Dutch Clover) Perennial. Vigorous groundcover with deeply
divided, reddish-bronze leaves edged in green. White pom-pom flowers are
an added bonus. Valuable in hot dry areas, for erosion control on slopes
or in a woodland setting. Care: Very easy to grow selection can be mowed
after blooming. Requires little attention. Summer bloom. Height 3"-6".
Spacing 12". Fast growth rate.
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Trifolium repens
'Dragon's Blood'
Ground-hugging gem. Mint green leaves
with blood red 'drips' in the center. Looks like dragon scales. (I'm
sure every gardener knows what they look like!) Not invasive. Very
unique. Great in a container or the rock garden. Best in a sunny site in
moist, well-drained soil. (2") Zone: 3 - 9 |
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Veronica allionii
(Blue Pixie Speedwell)
Tight mat-forming green foliage makes a great carpet anywhere. Light
blue, small spikes arise in early summer to make a great show.
Height: 4 Light: Full to Part Sun. Zone: 4. |
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Veronica
liwanensis (Turkish
Veronica) Perennial. Great drought tolerant
plants that thrive on sun and heat. Fast growers for dry
banks or rock gardens. Always excellent performers. This
variation has tiny, glossed over, oval leaves that creep
along the ground to form a neat, little evergreen mat.
Nice cobalt blue flowers. Height 2" Late Spring.
Light: Sun. Zone 4.
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Veronica oltensis
(Speedwell)
Rock garden perennial. Dainty, olive green,
serrated leaves bring your eye down to ground level only to be surprised
by the abundant blue flowers that completely engulf this little creeper.
Looks like a small doily on your garden floor. Spring/summer/fall bloom.
Height 1/4". Spacing 8". Moderate growth rate.
Hardy to zone 4.
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Veronica pectinata 'Blue'
(Woolly Veronica)
Rock garden perennial. Quite a delightful
little creeper with serrated leaves that soften any border or pathway
where it is given room to roam. Forms a nice carpet of color on the
ground when it becomes covered in the spring by light blue saucers.
Height 2". Spacing 12". Moderate growth rate. Hardy to zone
5.
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Veronica
pectinata 'Rosea' (Woolly Veronica) Rock
garden perennial. Lovely gray foliage creates a soft carpet in your
garden. Adorned by rose-pink flowers with white eyes, this creeper is an
impressive sight. Use in a rock garden, retaining wall, or in a dry
creek. Summer Bloom. Height 2". Spacing 8" Moderate growth rate. Hardy to zone 5.
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Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue'
A semi-prostrate, spreading plant growing to 8" tall.
Featuring spires of tiny, round, blue flowers, which bloom in late
April-May. May re-bloom intermittently throughout the summer. Foliage is
reddish-green in spring turning to deep green in summer and finally
turning bronze in fall.
Grow in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade.
Remove faded flower spires to prolong bloom. If grown in the St. Louis
area, 'Georgia Blue' should be grown in a protected location and given a
good winter mulch since it is only winter hardy. Zones 6 9. |
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Veronica prostrata
'Heavenly Blue'
"Heavenly Blue" forms a carpet of
fine-green foliage that is decorated in late spring or early summer with
countless small spikes of bright-blue flowers. A great choice for the
rock garden or the edge of a sunny border. Because it takes some foot
traffic, it can be planted between stones in a dry-laid walk or terrace.
Speedwells were given their botanic name (Veronica) to honor St.
Veronica, who was said to have wiped away Christs tears. Grown for
their delightful, long-lasting spikes of (usually) deep-purple flowers
and easy care. The name Veronica is thought to have arisen because
markings on the flowers of some species resemble the markings on the
sacred handkerchief of St. Veronica.
Full sun and well-drained soils are
their only demands; otherwise they are relatively easy to grow.
Speedwells provide a lively contrast with other flower shapes. They vary
in height, habit, and bloom time, but all prefer full sun and
well-drained soil.
A deer proof perennial. Height: 4 in.
Width: 10 in. Bloom Time: early summer Flower Color: Blue Hardiness:
Zone 4 Light: full sun Soil: sandy loam Moisture: moist |
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Veronica repens
'Sunshine' (Golden
Creeping Speedwell) Perennial. Same great
creeping habit as our incredibly durable V. repens, but
what a difference this will make in a dark corner.
Brilliant gold foliage creeps and hugs the ground quickly
and quietly. Pale purple flowers in spring. Height
1" Light: Sun. Zone 4
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Veronica repens (Creeping Speedwell) Perennial. Always
an excellent performer. This variation is a good
small-scale groundcover. Small shiny green leaves work
well covering over bulbs, between paving stones, or in a
perennial garden. Fast grower. Lavender to white flowers.
Spring bloom. Height 1-3" Light: Part Shade. Zone 5
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Veronica
surculosa 'Waterperry Blue' (Creeping
Blue Speedwell) Perennial.
Great drought tolerant plants that thrive on sun and
heat. This variation has creeping shiny green foliage
that turns bronze in the winter. Great spreading habit
with large, sky-blue flowers. Height 2-6" Light:
Sun. Zone 5
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Veronica
x 'New Century'
(Speedwell)
Perennial . Beautiful newer introduction
crossing Veronica liwanensis and Veronica pectinata to create a durable
deep green foliage that softly creeps to form an evergreen carpet.
Small, upright blue flower spikes create the illusion of a sea of blue.
Foliage turns bronze in winter for added interest. Nice bed, border and
rock garden addition. Care: Easy to grow in any good, well-drained soil.
Water regularly for best display. Summer bloom. Height 3". Spacing 12".
Moderate growth rate. |
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Vinca minor (Periwinkle,
Myrtle) A relatively fast growing groundcover with an
indefinite spread. Shiny, dark green, evergreen foliage on trailing
stems. Frequently roots at nodes. Perfect, 5 parted, lilac-blue flowers.
Blooms profusely in spring, and shows fewer flowers all season long.
Zones 4 - 7.
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Vinca minor
'Bowles' Most of the same attributes as the straight
species. Flowers are a more intense blue and a bit larger than the
species. 'Bowles' blooms more reliably and numerously throughout
the season after the primary flowering period in the early spring. Also
clumps more than the straight species. Zones 4 - 7. |
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Vinca minor 'Sterling Silver'
A relatively fast growing groundcover
with an indefinite spread. Silver-white variegated leaves on trailing
stems. Frequently roots at nodes. Lilac-blue flowers in early spring. A
numerous blooming period also in the fall that will last through a few
frosts. Zones 4 - 7. |
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Vinca minor
'Variegata' (Variegated
Vinca) A relatively fast growing groundcover with an indefinite
spread. Butter-yellow variegated foliage on trailing stems. Frequently
roots at nodes. Lilac-blue flowers. Brightens up areas beneath trees.
Zone 5.
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Viola coreana 'Sylvia
Hart'
(Cyclamen-Leaved Violet)
Great cyclamen looking foliage of green and silver on rounded leaves.
Nice border plant for those shady areas. Hot pink/ purple flowers in
late spring adorn this beauty. Height: 4 Light: Full to Part Shade.
Zone: 4 |
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Viola labridorica
(Labridor Violet)
Perennial. One of the best groundcovers
available. This selection features green/blue/black leaves that change
colors through the season. Small lilac flowers engulf plant mid spring.
Makes a useful groundcover, especially around trees and under shrubs.
Excellent as a natural groundcover for woodland bulb gardens. Spring
bloom. Height 2-4". Spacing 12". Moderate growth rate.
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Viola rostrata
A violet colored rosy purple. Like Labrador Violet, this species begins
as a heavily flowered clump, then creeps along during the growing
season, becoming mat-like by fall then dying back to a central crown
again. Self-sows readily. Sun to shade. Blooms in May. Color: rose
purple. Height: 3-6 in. Moist |
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Viola yakusimana
(Japanese Violet)
The smallest viola there is. Mounding habit of tight, tight, tight deep
green teardrop-shaped leaves. Flowers are ½ the size of a pencil eraser.
Will keep bloom for 4-6 weeks and will re-seed nicely. Tiny white
flowers with purple and yellow throat in spring and into part of summer.
Height: 1-2 Light: Full to Part Shade. Zone: 6 |
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Waldsteinia
ternata (Dry Strawberry) This
tufted, mat-forming, evergreen groundcover has a relatively slow growth
rate. Spreads indefinitely and gets to be 4-6" high. Blooms from late
spring to early summer with yellow flowers. Adapts to a wide range of
soils. Accepts full sun to light shade. Zone 4.
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