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Abundant clear silvery foliage that combines with pale lemon yellow flowers is an elegant improvement over 'Moonshine'. If cut back after blooming, produces a robust second bloom. Compact habit, forming a sturdy clump with no tendency to run. Does well in poor, dry soil. H 2' Z4

A vigorous grower that grows to 3' tall. Large clusters of lilac-pink to peach colored flowers. Grows well in sun and poor, dry soil. Z3

A bright mix of red, pink, apricot, yellow, cream and pure white. Like to be in full sun. Bloom from June until September. H 2' Z3

An unusual dark pink to orange brown color spectrum. Performs well in poor dry sites. H 24" Z4

Deep wine red flowers mature to purple. Long lasting, fade-resistantcolor. Drought tolerant. H 30" Z4

Rich violet blue hooded flowers appear on tall sturdy stems. This improved Monkshood requires no staking. Grow in full sun to part shade in moist well drained soil. Once established we don't recomment transplanting or dividing. H 3-4' Z5

Pure white blooms edged in blue are borne on tall stems. Try as a hardy and well behaved substitute for Delphiniums. Grows in full sun to part shade in well drained soil. H 40" z3

Ivory-white flowers are borne profuselyy on heavily branced stems above compact plants making this an excellent choice for front of the border. Full sun to part shade in a moise, well drained spot. H 24-30" Z3

A graceful, fine-leaved, fern with arching stems. This is a dwarf, ruffled leaf form. Native plant enjoys cool, moist, shady locations. Spreads slowly. Z3

BENEFITS
Shorter, sturdier habit with more flowers than other white-flowered varieties.

BLOOM SEASON & HABIT
Pure white flowers from midsummer to early fall. Leafless flower stalks arise from clumps of lily-like foliage.

LOCATION
Full sun. USDA Hardiness Zones 8 to 10; AHS Heat Zones 12 to 1.

USE
Excellent cut flower. Provides exotic flower display in borders or beds. Good for mass displays.

SIZE
36" tall by 18" wide. Use 3 plants per square yard.

CULTURE
Plant in well-drained soil. Do not allow plants to dry out except when dormant. In cold zones, plant in containers and move indoors to overwinter.

Distinctive white edge on leaves creating three seaons of interest. Yellow tansy-like flowers in October. Full sun to partial shade. Grows to 12-15". Z6

The real old-fashioned Hollyhock, with big, single flowers in clear colors- white, pink & purple. Blooms in early summer and is best suited in full sun and well drained soil. Grows to 8' in right conditions. Z5

A tender perennial with shiny black blossoms fading to deep burgandy in the center. Performs best in full sun and rich, moist soil. Reaches a height of 6'.

Improved selectiopn. Grown for its compact tidy ghabit, bluish chartreus foliage and tiny yellow flowers appearing in late spring. Plant in partial shade in constantly moist soil.

Large rich pink double blossoms appear in late summer early fall on compact plants. Shade tolerant. Grow in moist, well drained soild. H 2' Z6

Single silvery-pink flowers blooming in the early fall. Grows 2-3'. Plant in partial shade, moist, well drained soil. Z6

Large clear pink semi-double flowers. Great fall color! Plant in a lightly shaded spot in rich, moist soil. H 2' Z6

Interesting deep-green flowers in an assortment of colors in May and June. Shade toloerant. performs well in any well-drained soil. H 18" Z3

Brown flowers with chocolate frangrances. Grows to 18". Z4

Unusual eye catching foliage appears sun splashed with golden streaking. Plant in partial shade in moist site. H 20" Z4

Unique, double flowering pink/mauve. Blooms May-June. SHade tolerant. any well-drained soil. Short spur. H 18-24" Z4

A compact grower with a lovely array of mixed colors in May-June. Flowers are in shades of white, pink, and purple. Full sun to light shade; any well drained soil. Short spur. H 16" Z3

Pure white 1" flowers form a dazzling solid mass above rich deep green small leaved foliage in mid-late spring. Useful as a groundcover in a rock garden or between stepping stones in a sunny well drained site. H 8" Z4

Bright 6" stems bear white flowers on fine grassy clumps. Blooms from May to July. Full sun. Z4

Bright carmine pink round flower clusters appear in early spring above glossy grass-like green foliage. H 8-10" Z4

The black sheep of the wormwood family. Sprays fo tiny cream-white flowers produce a striking contrast against the distinctive blackish-green foliage and rich mahogany stems. Prefers well-drained soil in full sun. H 4' Z3

Large, silver shallowly incised leaves on erect stems. A wonderful contrast plant mixed with an bright flowering plant. Plant in a sunny spot in well drained soil. H 18". Z4

Bushy plant with fine, feathery, silver foliage. Delightful fragrant. Full sun, well drained soil. Great contrast plant. Grows to 2-3'. Z6

A traditional favorite. FIne silvery foliage, that forms a dwarf mound, with a spread of 2'. Excellent edging or rock garden plant. FUll sun in excellently drained soil. H 6-8". Z3

Japanese native naturalized along our coast. Creeping, lobed silver-white foliage makes a great ground cover or specimen. Needs full sun and perfect drainage. H 8" Z3

Miniature goatsbeard with dense, fine foliage and short panicles of creamy-white flowers in late spring to early summer. Likes light shade and adequate moisture. H 12" Z5

A statement in size! Astilbe like foliage forms a broad shrub with arching white plumes in mid summer. Prefers sun to partial shade and moist soil. H 6-8' Z3

A mixture of yellow, orange, and red flowers on 2' stems. FUll sun, bl;ooms in July and August. Grows 24-28". Z5

A rose-pink, semi-double flower on 2-3' stems. More compact than other New England Asters. Fall blooming. Z4

A sun loving aster with multitudes of semi-double deep purple flowers on compact bushy plants in Sept.-Oct. Mildew resistant. Grow in a sunny, well drained site. h 18" Z4

An endless procession of lavender pink flowers are born in profusion from mid-summer to frost. Besr at border front in well-drained soil and sun. Grows to 20". Z4

Masses of striking deep violet-blue flowers with bright yellow eyes appear from late summer until frost. Compact, bushy habit. Grow in full sun in well drained soil. H 24" Z5

Classic form with erect full spikes of fine pure pink above handsome foliage mounds. Grows to 40". Z4

Fluffy blooms of glowing rose pink. Grows to 2 1/2'. Z4

Early bloomer. Rose-pink flowers on 3' stems. Z4

Fluffy plumes of glowing rose pink. Grows to 2 1/2'. Z4

Mid-season pink blossoms on 2 1/2-3' stems. Z4

Early blomming, red flowers on 2' stems. Z4

July blomming. A low grower with bright pink flowers on 1 - 1.5' spikes. Z4

The whites form to date. Bright green mounds of cut foliage are topped by white plumes. Perfect in contrast to deeper colours. Grows to 2'. Z6

Lilac-rose flowers blooming in July and August. Grows best in semi-shade, and tolerates drier soil. Good groundcover. H 12"

Early, mid-season creamy pink blossoms on 2' spikes. Z4

Clear rose colored spikes in early summer. Grows to 24'. Z4

Nominated 'Perennial Plant of the Year for 1994'. Eye-catching, poised and graceful with sprays of subtle pearl pink above a canopy of finely cut dark green foliage for months. Grows to 12-18". Z4

Pink flowers in mid summer. Grows to 3'. Z4

A clump-forming fern with painted pink to gray toned foliage on a maroon stalk. AThe colorful veriegated foliage make this a unique fern that stand out in the landscape. ALthough tolerant of heavy shade, it will do better in light shade. H 15-20". Z5

Deep gold flowers on bushy plants. An airy mass of colors in early spring. Wonderful planted in a wall or any well drained sunny site. H 12" Z5

A mixed strain of Bellis with colors ranging from white to pink to red. Blooms spring to early summer on 4-5" stems. Good for edging or in the rock garden. Full sun to partial shade. Z3

An improved form with bright burgandy foliage in the winter and early blooming pink flowers in spring. The heavy duty foliage remains cleaner throughout the summer and winter months than the species. Performs best in partial shade will tolerate heavy sun to deep shade provided rich moist soil. H 20-24" Z4

A robust, pure white flowered form of Bergenia 'Bressingham Ruby'. Unlike many white cultivars, 'Bressingham White' is a vigourous grower with heavy heads of flowers in early spring. H 20" Z4

Leaves mostly basal, forming a dense, bright green, plant, darkening with age. Many small, blue, Forget-me-not-like flowers appear with the leaves Flowers from April to May. Plant in partial shade. H 15" Z4

A low dense mound covered in large blue flowers on 8" stems, mid-summer. Sun to part shade. Adaptable to a wide variety of soil conditions. Z3

Large white flowers on 8" stems. Blooming mid-summer. Sun to partial shade, adaptable to a wide variety of soil conditions. Z3

Nodding stems of clear blue, bell-shaped flowers in mid-summer. Full sun to partial shade. Average soil. Grows to 2-3'. Z3

Rose-pink blossoms in June and July. Likes full sun, and well drained soil. Grows to 2'. Z4

Early to mid-summer bloomer. Solitary blue flowers on erect 12-24" stems. Full sun or partial shade, well drained soil. Z3

A silver foliage carpet covered with white flowers in late spring. Full sun and well drained soil. Z2

Rose pink blossoms open up atop 2-3' red stems bearing rich green leaves. Better foliage than the species. Bronze foliage in early spring provides an additional season of interest. Z4

Rich rose-purple flower resembling a turtle's head in August and September. Sun to partial shade, moisture tolerant. H 2-3'. Z4

Multitudes of light, silvery-pink daisy-like flowers September through October. Very disease and drought resistant. Rapid spreading clumps. Hardy where other fall mims fail. H -3' Z4.

Perennial blooming in OCtober with pale pink flowers. Very hardy. Full sun and well drained soil. Drought tolerant. Grows to 3'. Z5

Creamy white flowers with dark purplish leaves. H 5-6' Z4.

Perennial, blooming in late summer with bright double yellow flowers with a red center. Full sun. Grows to 3'. Z4

A 1989 Gold Medal winner with double yellow flowers beginning in late May. Prefers full sun in well-drained soil. Grows to 18". Z4

Golden-yellow flowers 2" across appear on 18-20" stems. Bloom from June until October. Z4

Delicate rosy-pink flowers bloom all summer on thread leaf foliage. A vigorous grower, excellent for dry sunny areas. H 12" Z5

Bears large golden flowers on compact clump forming plants. Doesn't spread like other thread leaved tickseed. H 24" Z3

Dark fine cutleaf foliage with creamy yellow flowers. A profuse bloomer from late spring to late fall. Full sun & well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. 1992 Perennila Plant of the Year. H 24" Z3

A new introduction featuring electric blue flowers above finely textured foliage. Performs well in dry shade. H 12-15" Z5

Flame orange flowers are borne on long arching stems over Iris-like foliage, making a stunning cut flower. Grow in full sun in rich moist soil. H 24" Z6

Spectacular cut flower or border plants. Lare arching spikes draped with trumpet-shaped, brunt orange flowers rise from handsome clumps of sword-like foliage. Needs sun and well-drained soil. In extremely cold climates, mulch well or lift and store. H 2' Z5

Arching spray of scarlet-red blossoms appear July-September on 30" stems above Iris-like fans. One of the hardiest Crocosmia introduced. In warmer wetter zones, may become invasive, but in New England this well behaved stunner forms slow colonies. Z5

Navy blue, only 20" tall. Z4

Fronds are light green. Rhizomes creep underground and spread rapidly. Dry fronds are hay scented are turn almost white in fall. Invaluable landscape plant that can handle very dry and shady locations. Grows to 24". Z3

Fragrant double white flowers in late spring/early summer on 12" stems. Z4

A late spring flowering old fashioned perennial with a mix of red and white flowers. Full sun. Rich, well-drained soil. Grows to 12-15". Z4

Low mats of gray-green foliage. Double-pink flowers in spring. Full sun in well-drained soil. Great rock garden plant. Grows to 6". Z3

Fern-like richly colored foliage that is bluer than other varieties. Rich rose-red flowers are born form late spring to fall. Light shade and moist soil. H 12" Z4

This bleeding heart features durable bluish foliage and numerous bright pink blooms that last from late spring until fall. Shade to partial shade and moist soil. H 15" Z3

White flowering form of the old fashioned bleeding heart. Partial shade. H 3' Z3

These self seeding biennials bear spikes of nodding tubular flowers in late spring to early summer. They prefer a moist site in full sun. A charming old cottafe garden favorite.

Large, bell-shaped, rose colored flowers in summer. One of the best Digitalis with attractive foliage and large flowers. A true perennial. Full sun to partial shade. Moist well-drained soil. Grows to 3'. Z4

Large flowers in a variety of colors from June to July. Grows to 4'. Z4

Deciduous fern growing to 18" in height, 12" in spread. New fronds are coppery-pink in spring, maturing to deep green and turning bright red in the fall. Fronds persist well into winter. Light shade and moist soil. Z5

Selected form with good bright color and non-drooping ray florets. This long lasting cut flower blooms from early summer to early fall in full sun. Drought tolerant. The 1998 Perennial Plant of the Year. H 3' Z4

This cultivar features large broad petaled purple-magenta flowers that can grow to 4" in diameter. Blooms profusely from mid-summer to early fall. Plant in full sun. Drought tolerant. H 3-5' Z3

An elegant creamy white selection with bronze cones. Long blooming in full summer sun. Drought tolerant. H 2' Z3

Globular lavender-blue flowers on tall stems in July-September. Coarse, spiny foliage. Full sun. Can be used for dried arrangements. Drought resistant. Grows to 3-5' Z3

Erect plant with single 1" rich blue-lavender flowers with yellow centers in mid summer. Full sun, well-drained soil. Grows to 3-4'. Z6

Blooms all summer with white, changing to pink daisy-like flowers. Good for bed and containers.

Richly colored chocolate leaves are borne on shiny purple-black stems. Pure white flowers appear in early fall and last until frost. This fabulous cut flower performs well in full sun with adequate moisture. Z4

Improved cultivar of the native species. Brighter blue large fluffy flower heads appear from August through September. H 20" Z6

A fine froth of rose flowers in mid-late summer top low tuffs of pale green heavily textured foliage. Plant in a constantly moist area in partial shade. H 12" Z4

An excellent compact cultivar producing arching sprays of richly fragrant fluffy white flowers with red anthers extending above maple like ruffled foliage. Adds striking texture to the garden. H 30-40" Z5

Deep pink flowers are held above lofty plants in mid summer. Strong stems are self supporting and tolerate abusive winds and rains. Plant in full sun with adequate moisture. H 6' Z3

LEafy stems bear creamy-white to yellowish flowers from late spring into summer. With it's bright yellow & green varigation, this is a great accent plant for moist shady areas. Grows to 2'.Z5

Large bright pink flowers dot the low trailing mounds of glossy green foliage in July and August. Needs full sun and well drained soil. H 3' Z4

Red flowers with yellow margins. Grows to 1'. Z4

Has a bi-color 'Flame' effect. The large yellow-orange flowers have handsome mahogany centers. Grows to 2'. Z4

Gold, green and cream variegated foliage adds an extra season of interest to this lonf blooming perennial. Pink to white flowers appear on 2-3' stems. Good draining improves winter hardiness. Z6

Spectacular wine red buds open to rosy pink flowers atop 30" stems. Shorter and tidier than the species bearing darker foliage. Z5

New foliage appears a bright golden chartreuse then fades to a light green providing a striking pallette for the bright magenta flowers with black eyes. A wonderful plant which weaves its way through the garden or up into nearby shrubs. Never fear, it's non-invasive and in fact, quite well behaved. Full, although leaf color is better in partial shade and rich moist soil. H 12" Z5

A great new introduction bearing bubble gum pink, slightly irridescent flowers. A 1997-98 Blooms of Bressingham indroduction. Grows well in partial shade. Drought tolerant. H 24" Z5

Plants bear white tinged pink flowers in June-July. Grows to 6-8". Z5

A small compact plant with deeply cut gray-green foliage. Flowers most of the summer with soft pale pink flowers with prominent dark pink veins. Z5

Bushy plant with brilliant magenta flowers in spring and pungent scented leaves. Full sun to part shade in any soil conditions. H 18". Z4

An effective weed smothering groundcover for tough dry conditions bearing magenta flowers with deep red sepals. Foliage is large with a pungent spicy scent and is nearly evergreen. Full sun to part shade in any soil conditions. H 15" Z4

Magenta-red flowers with black centers on big, handsome plants with broad textural foliage. An impressive plant with a lot of impact. Plants perform best in broken shade with rich, moist soil. H 3' Z5

Prostrate growth, drought and heat tolerance, long bloom season and bright carmine flowers with dark veins make this a very classy garden subject. Z4

Thought to be the best form bearing pink flowers with magenta veining on tight mounds of foliage. Blooms almost all summer. Heat and drought tolerant. Z3

A G. pratense cultivar bearing wite flowers with lavender splashes on the petals. Full sun in rich moist soil. H 2". Z5

Long blooming variety begings in late-summer and continues into fall with masses of bronze red flowers atop 3-4' stems. Plant in full sun in moist conditions. Z3

A 1997-98 Blooms of Bressingham introduction bearing coppery orange flowers atop sturdy 39" stems (No staking). Larger blossoms than other varieties. Z3

Pure pink double with a 2' spread of small green foliage. They can withstand dry and even starved soil, but require a well drained site. Wherever there is sun and drainage they will flower freely summer-long. H 12" Z5

Three to four inch orange daisy-like flowers on 3-4' stems throughout the summer. Excellent cut flower and a vigorous naturalizer for wild gardens. Full sun. Easily adapts to different soil types. Z4

Large golden yellow daisy flowers from mid-summer to frost. A stunning variety with unique variegated foliage. Leaves are white with dark green veins. H 16" Z4

An evergreen perennial with white cup-shaped flowers in late winter. Prefers sun to part shade and deep rich neutral to slightly limey soil. It is particularly desirable because of its large late blooms. Grows to 12" Z4

Leathery dark green foliage. Three to 4" wide flowers to purple in earlyspring. Shade and rich soil. H 1-2' Z4

Lovely old-fashioned plant that is returning to popularity amonf those suffering from new variety burn-out. Tall, slender, lemon-yellow and lemon-scented. Narrow grass-like foliage. The first daylily to bloom. Z4

Pale yellow repeat bloomer, to 24". Z3

Fragrant lemon yellow, early. Grows to 36"

Ruffled, round, clear lavebder blooms accented by darker veins and near white mibribs. 5 1/4" flowers appear midseason above the lush green foliage. H 16" Z4

Spectacular violet blooms appear on 30" stems in mid-summer. This repeat bloomer is a 1998 Blooms of Bressingham indroduction. Z4

Intense orange, 6" flower with striking yellow-gold midribs and deeper orange-red blush surrounding a gold throat with green heart appear mid to late season. H 24" Z4

Pale yellow 3 1/2" fragrant flowers appearing early with repeat blooming. High bud count, and plants rapidly increase in size. H 14" Z4

Golden yellow flowers are produced in early summer which, when they begin their repeat bloom cycle return as fully double blossoms on this dwarf plant. A 1998 Blooms of Bressingham introdution. Z4

3 3/4" delicate peach-pink flowers accented be a coral eye form in midseason with repeat blooming. Handsome clumps of rich blue-green foliage form quickly. H 15" Z4

Dwarf, with gold blossoms. Repeat bloomer. Grows to 20". Z3

Large bronze-purple crinkled leaves, bright purple beneath, form a striking mound from which rise arching stems topped by fine off-white flowers. The darkest and most reliab;e bronze leaved heuchera. Sun and heat tolerant in moist well drained soil. H 28". Z4

The classic deep purple Heuchera, bearing ivy shaped leaves and small white flowers in late spring. The foliage color makes this a great addition to the perennial garden. Full sun to partial shade. Perennial Plant of he Year in 1994. Grows to 1-2'. Z4

An interesting hybrid of two genera (Heuchera x Tiarella). Vigorous and long-blooming, from spring through summer. Light pink. Full sun to partial shade. Moist, well-drained soil. Grows to 20". Z5

Large grower, with white, red and pink flowers 6" in diameter. Best in full sun dand moist soil. H 4'

Green leaves edged in white. Grows to 18". Z4

A selection of H. sieboldiana thought to be one of the best large leaved blues available. Rounded, puckered foliage with white flowers on 30" scapes. H 20" Z4

Light green heart-shaped laves, yellow margins. Four-inch leaves form a tight, low mound. Purple flowers. H 12" Z4

Green heart-shaped leaves with white margin. Lavender flowers in July and August. Grows 15-20". Z3

Large roung puckered blue and light green leaves. The center of the leaf is yellow-cream. A dense mass of white flowers appear in midsummer. H 22". Z3

Blue-green round puckered leaves with wide golden border. Lavender-white flowers. H 2-3'. Z3

Hybrid of H. plantaginea. Upright grower with light green leaves and fragrant soft lavender flowers. Grows rapidly to form large clump. H 24" Z4

Large, oval, powder blue upright leaves. Pale lavender flowers on 4' stems in July. H 3' Z4

A large specimen plant with dark forest green leaves and a wide pure-white margin; lavender flowers early in mid-summer. H 22" Z3

Vigorous hybrid of H. plantaginea. Fast growing green-leaved form wiht large, well-shaped, very fragrant white flowers. A good selection as it does well in sun or shade. Grows to 28". Z4

Large blueish cupped leaves are heavily textured. Fragrant white flowers appear on compact scapes in early summer. A specimen. Grows to 36". Z3

A huge chartreause-gold specimen. This variety is slug resistant. White flowers appear in mid-summer. H 3'. Z3

Blue-green center with wide irregular cream and gold margins. Large pale lavender flowers in summer. H 18". Z4

Violet blooming in late spring with a cream white veriegation. Well-drained soils.Cultivated for orris-root used by the perfume industry. Likes a warm, sunny spot. Grows to 3-4'. Z4

Excellent in wet area-though tolerates average soils. Bright yellow flowers in early summer. Full sun to partial shade. Grows to 3-5'. Z4

Deep purple flowers. Grows to 3'. Z4

Native blue flag of swamps and wet ditches. Adapts to drier soils. Grows to 3'. Z3

A bushy plant with large creamy-yellow flowers in September. Needs lime-free moist soil. Grows to 3'. Z6

Red tipped blooms with yellow bases appear in midsummer and continue into fall on slender flower spikes. Thin grass like foliage. Plant in full sun in well draines soil. A 1997-98 Blooms of Bressingham introduction. H 24" Z5

Vigorous plant put forth wide flower heads with pale orange top and golden yellow bases in early summer. A heavy bloomer requiring full sun and a well drained site. A 1997-98 Blooms of Bressingham introduction. H 3' Z5

A spectacular dwarf with free-flowering, deep blue flowers and gray-green foliage. Grows to 16" Z5

The ultimate shasta daisy! Large, single white blossoms appear on 30-36" sturdy stems from June to October. Holds up well to heat and humidity. Z4

A low, tight vigorous plant blanketed with single white blossoms in early summer. Long lasting. H 20" Z4

Pure white double blooms nearly tennis ball size. A noteworthy new cut flower. Grows to 30". Z4

Creamy white flowers. Z3

Spike Gayfeather. A compact variety with dark purple flowers in August and September. Full sun. Grows to 24". Z3

A busy plant with a fine display of deep golden-orange flowers on branching stems. Reaching 5' and spreading 2'. Z4

An Alan Bloom introduction with large green leaves and tall spikes of yellow flowers in late summer. Sun to part shade. Moist soil. Allow plenty of space. Grows 4-5'. Z4

Gorgeous gentian-blue flowers on prostrate, hairy plants in spring. Needs lime-free soil and a protected site. Z6

Erect plant with red tube-like flowers in racemes, early to late summer. Light shade and moist soils are preferred. Excellent wetland and water garden plant, though it adapts well in the border garden. Attracts hummingbirds. H 3-4'. Z3

Brillant red flowers & bronze foliage. Plants grow to 5' in flower. Full sun to partial shade. Moist soil. Can also be grown partially submerged in water gardens. Z6

Spikes of blue flowers in late summer. Does better in partial shade and likes plenty of miosture. Native to the northern United States. Grows to 2'. Z4

This vigorous perennial has numerous white, arching flowers. Enjoys moist soils in full sun to partial shade. Can be grown partially submerged in the water garden. Z4

A tall grower to 4-6', with large broad leaves. A wonderful addition to the shade garden. Prefers very moist site and lots of humus. The sourse of edible 'fiddleheads' in early spring. Z4

Strong red , mildew resistant. Grows to 3 1/2'. Z4

A bright pink flowered cultivar know to have mildew-resistance. Moist soil. Full sun to partial shade. Monarda's are one of the easiest perennials to grow. H 3' Z4

Deep purple-lilac flowers.

Tough perennial with gray, aromatic foliage and blue flowers in loose spikes in summer. Somewhat sprawling growth is healthiest in full sun and well-drained soil. A spledid plant to accompany roses. Grows to 12-15". Z3

The largest catmint, with larger leaves & large deep blue flowers. Grows to 2 1/2'. Z3

Extremly hardy selection bearing blue flowers on compact plants. Seems to bloom all summer long! Full sun and good drainage. H 2-3'. Z4

Large white flowers on sturdy 18-24" stems in late summer and early fall. One of the most colorful perennials in the fall landscape. Full sun, well drained soil. Z5

A low grower with large yellow flowers in summer. Tolerant of poor soils and drought conditions. Full sun. Grows to 10". Z4

Prostrate variety suitable in a rock garden or front border. Fragrant pink flowers persist all summer. Tolerates dry soils. Full sun. Grows to 10". To 2-3". Z5

A splendid plant for many uses. Mats of dark foliage give rise to 2' flower stems that bear clusters of dark pink flowers from mid summer on, followed by maroon seed hearts that carry color into the fall. Can be dried. Drought tolerant. Spreads, but not an invasive nuisance. Z5

Large, vase-shaped fern with upright cinnamon-colored fronds in center. Enjoys shade and moist soil. Grows to 3-4'. Z4

Absolutely breathtaking 5" silky flowers in clear, paint-box pastels. Short-lived perennials that reward you with blooms from early spring to mid summer. Great cut flowers. Grows to 15". Z3

Smaller flowers in deeper, bright colors. Stunning bedders and cut flowers. TO 12'. Z3

Truly deep red flowers. Full sun and good drainage. Z4

Brilliant orange flowers. Z3

Bronze foliage throughout the season with 2-3' spikes of white bells in June. Perennial plant of the year in 1996. Z6

A graceful perennial with gray-green foliage and blue flowers throughout the summer. Pungent foliage when crushed. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Perennial plant of the year in 1995. H 3-4'. Z5

Very fine textured ferny foliage. Long bloomer from July to September. Preforms well in hot dry locations, but requires a well drained site. H 42". Z5

Charming deep pink flower, shaded paler with time, colorful autumn tints. A vigorous grower with good color in mid summer. Grows to 9-18". Z6

Long blooming foundation of the summer garden. Bright red 3-4" stems of flowers from July to frost. Vigorous grower performs best in light shade. H 4' Z5

Large, scarlet bottle brush flowers from early summer to mid fall. Full flower spikes with good color plus the added benefit of shorter plant habit. H 30" Z5

A native phlox with lustrous, thick, mildew-resistant foliage & white flowers that last three weeks at mid-summer. Full sun to partial shade and rich, moist soil. Grows to 4'. Z3

Warm pink with a red eye. Plant has thin leaves with raised, reticule veins and with minutely ciliate-toothed margins. Z4

Lilac blue flowers with a star shaped crimson eye on 30-36" stems in summer. One of the most mildew resistant cultivars yet introduced. Moist well-drained soil and full sun. Z3

Pink flowers with dark pink eye in summer. Slightly taller and nearly mildew resistant. H 45". Z4

A profuse bloomer producing masses of pink flowers in spring. This long bloomer forms a mat of narrow leafy foliage. Performs well in full sun and shade. H 10" Z4

Large clear pale blue flowers form a tidy mat of color in early spring. Needs a well drained site. Tolerates rocky conditions well. H 6" Z4

Similar in growth habit to P. subulata, but with finer, neater foliage. Brilliant magenta flowers appear from May-June. Striking color! H4". Z5

Clear white leaf margins. Very showy foiliage, pink flowers in mid-summer. Z4

Deep blue balloon flowers on short (8") stems, summer. Well drained soil. Sun to part shade. Z5

A spectacular elegantly variegated form of Jacob's Ladder with bi-colored leaves. The variegated ranges from cream to gold with the color intensifying on the flower stems. Produces lavender flowers in early summer. Stable variegation. A 1997-98 Blooms of Bressingham Indroduction. Performs well in full sun to part shade as long as adequate moisture is provided. H 20" Z4

Evergreen foliage on cascading stems. Native woodland plant requires light shade and moist well-drained soils. Grows to 15". Z4

Display of dangling, rich blue flowers and silver marked foiliage, leafy & vigorous with a 1 x 2' spread. Earlier blooming and taller than the species. Z4

The outermost basal leaves are somewhat tapered to the petiole, always with large, white, overlapping spots. Z4

Silvery spots on foliage. Pink flowers fade to blue in spring. Enjoys shade and moist soils. Grows to 18". Z3

An elegant plant bearing pure white flowers over deep green leaves with clear silvery white spots. H 10" Z4

A popular summer bloomer with masses of yellow flowers. The 1999 Perennial Plant of the Year. H 3' Z3

Masses of 2' golden flowers with dark cones on wiry stems cover the tidy narrow foiliage of this little gem. Its short stature and well behaved growth habit make it perfect for the front of the border or as a container subject. Long blooming late July-September. H 16" Z4.

Erect plant with violet-blue flowers mid-summer to frost. Prefers sun and well-drained soil. Grows to 12-16". Z4

Deep blue flowers on graceful branching spikes. Produces a solid second bloom if sheared after first blooming. H 3" Z4

Dark purple flower spikes are borne on compact coarsly foliaged plants in late spring to early summer. Performs well in full sun in well drained garden soil. Drought tolerant. 1997 Perennial Plant of the Year. H 18-24" Z5

Large leaved, bushy plants bear smokey purple flowers from late spring to mid summer. Tolerante of poor soils with average moisture. H 2' Z5

Pink flower spikes. Summer flowering. Full sun. Drought tolerant. H 24" Z4

Low growing vigorous spreading hardy form that blooms deep purple countinuosly. An excellent rock garden plant. Average soil in full sun to partial shade. H 8" Z4

An extravagant performer with lavender blue blooms from May to heavy frost. Neat, compact habit. Plant in full sun in well drained soil. H 18-24" Z5

Large clear pink flowers throughout the summer on 12" stems. Adapts to a wide variety of soil conditions and tolerates partial shade. PP08957 Asexual propogation prohibited. H 18-24" Z5

Primrose yellow flowers 1" wide in summer. Foliage is gray-green. A clump grower and outstanding plant when grown in full sun and well-drained soil. H 3' Z5

Masses of pink flowers gradually turning from red to bronze in August-September. A durable plant that can take care of itself. Sun or light shade. Any well-drained soil. Z4

A low tight mound of tidy foliage bearing richer blue-burgandy color than 'Verna Jameson'. Blooms are bright carmine-rose in August-September. A spectacular plant for a well drained, sunny spot. H 10" Z4

Large heads of showy, deep-rose flowers. Blossoming late summer through fall. Sun to light shade. Any well-drained soil. Grows to 12-18" Z4

Flowers a deeper rose-red. Same attractive bronze foliage as 'Bronze Carpet'. Excellent groundcovers for sunny locations with poor soil. Z3

Dramatic foliage with wide white bands provide eason long interest. White to pink flowerheads appear in autumn on this compact grower. provide full sun and a well drained location. H 21" Z4

Variegated green and white foliage. Yellow flowers come into bloom in the spring. H 4-5". Z3

A ground cover. In cooler weather the white edges of the green leaves are touched with pink. Spectacular in a large area and interesting in a rock garden. Full sun to part shade. Any well-drained soil. Z4

New hybrid with deep purple leaves and pink flowers in late summer, early fall. Forms cascading mounds. Full sun and average soil. Grows to 9-12" Z4

Deep rose flowers. Excellent for cut flowers. Z5

Pure white double flowers on long stems drape over the bluish foliage of this groundcover or hanging basket specimen. H 3". Z5

A compact clump with gold flower clusters that radiate out like an explosion of fireworks in late summer. Full sun to partial shade. Tolerates poor soils. H 3-4'. Z3

Broad leaves twice the size of other Lambs Ears. A strong clumping habit. Z4

Large white with pink blossoms bloom in July and last until frost. Great for cut flowers. H 12" Z5

Three-foot-tall plant has clouds of purple flowers in summer. Grows in a moist spot in partial shade. H 4' Z5

Exotic lily-like blooms cover graceful arching stems in early October. Blooms light cream mottled with purple inside. Perfect in the shade garden. Grows 1-3'. Z5

Dark blue flowers throughout the summer. Grows to 12-15". One of the largest blooming Veronicas. Z3

Clean white flowers from early June until frost. Lustrous spot-free foliage. Full sun to light shade. Average garden soil. Z3

Neat clump grower with dense spires of color from mid June through August. Full sun to part shade. Fertile well-drained soil. Reaches 10-15" in height. Z4

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