Abelias are some of the most rewarding and easiest to grow shrubs, remaining evergreen in zones 8-9 and becoming deciduous in the coldest portions of their range. For a low maintenance planting select an Abelia that grows to the appropriate size for the...
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8
Container Size: 4.5 inch / 20 fl.oz. / 591 ml
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Soil & Moisture: Average moist, well-drained soils.
A polymorphic species, it hybridizes freely with other members of this genus. * Plants can be grown as a low hedge. Hardy to about -20°c. * Clusters of rosy-pink flowers are found at the tips of the branches.
In China, it, and other false hellebore species are collectively called "li lu". * Veratrum nigrum ( Black Hellebore ) is a medicinal plant and poisonous plant native to Asia and Europe .
* Lacy leaves of a deep red in the spring but foliage color fades to light green in early summer. * Fall color is sensational. * Hardier than green-leaved types.
The flowers are trumpet-shaped, 4-9 cm diameter, most commonly blue with a white to golden yellow centre. * Twining vine with 4 inch dark sky-blue flowers. * Ipomoea tricolor is a species of morning glory native to the New World tropics , and widely cultivated...
In China, it, and other false hellebore species are collectively called "li lu". * Veratrum nigrum ( Black Hellebore ) is a medicinal plant and poisonous plant native to Asia and Europe .
Average Viable Seeds/Packet: 939
Common Name: Swamp Verbena, Blue Vervain, Swamp Vervain, American Vervain, False Vervain, Indian Hyssop, Vervain, Wild Hyssop
It is a naturalized species and often a weed in parts of North America, but it is probably native in Alaska and Greenland . * The bright yellow flowers are a common sight in summer meadows.
Crop Year: 2014
Common Name: Tall Buttercup, Meadow Buttercup, Acrid Buttercup
A polymorphic species, it hybridizes freely with other members of this genus. * Plants can be grown as a low hedge. Hardy to about -20°c. * Clusters of rosy-pink flowers are found at the tips of the branches.
* It was believed by some native North American Indian tribes that if the finely ground roots were secretly added to the food of an arguing couple then this would avert a divorce and they would love each other again.
Consider placing it near bodies of water or in native plant gardens. Plants usually die to the ground in winter each year. Crispa occurs on the current year's growth. * The mildly fragrant, pinkish purple flowers grow on a naked stem and hang upside down.
In the summer, leaves are red and clusters of small yellow flowers appear on top of the foliage, to the benefit of pollinators. It is easy to grow in shade and problem soils, and is also resistant to deer.
In Perovskia fashion, plant's stems retain calyxes long after flowers have quit, extending the color pleasure. Blooms mid summer to fall. Compact, pollinator-friendly 2-3' plants are perfectly sized for a small flowerbed in full sun, or and excel blooming...
* A fibre from the bark is used for making cords and rope. * When it does not freeze, the Confederate rose can reach heights of 12 to 15 feet with a woody trunk; however, a much bushier, 5 or 6 feet plant is more typical and provides more flowering.
The huge flowers and clump forming habit of the 'Hardy Hibiscus' make them excellent for adding bold summer color to the perennial garden and landscape. Remember, these are Hibiscus and so will enjoy a fertile soil as well as ample moisture during the...
pH Range: Mildly Acidic, Acidic
Native To / Origin: US-Eastern and Central
Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones: 5,6,7,8,9,10 (mulch in 5,6,7,8)
Well known and especially interesting for children. * If the prey moves around in the trap, it tightens and digestion begins more quickly.Speed of closing can vary depending on the amount of humidity, light, size of prey, and general growing conditions.
New compact hybrid has increased hardiness, disease resistance and tolerance of wet, cold soils! Deer and rabbit resistant. Grows 17-20" high with a 16" spread. Blooms June-September.
These tropical natives prefer high humidity conditions and partially shaded areas. Plants can get as tall as 36''. Flowers measure an incredible 12'' across and are dark maroon-black in coloring.
The flowers are red and scented with numerous yellow stamens in the centre. * This peony can reach between 30 and 60 centimeters in height. It is native to the Caucasus Mountains of Ukraine , as well as areas north of the Black Sea and westward into Romania...
Growing 24'' tall, Gay Butterflies grow best in a sunny well-drained area of the garden. A favorite of the monarch butterfly, the brilliant flowers serve as a rich source of nectar for winged visitors to the garden.
, commonly known as hardy hibiscus or swamp rose mallow, is a vigorous, sturdy, rounded, somewhat shrubby, hairy-stemmed, woody-based perennial of the mallow family. Regular deep watering is advisable.
Bandana Cherry Sunrise Lantana makes a wonderful addition to the landscape or is compact enough to use in containers. This durable and reliable perennial (where hardy) is moderately drought tolerant, deer resistant, salt tolerant, and is generally pest...
Soil & Moisture: Average moist, well-drained soils. Somewhat drought resistant once well-established.
Salt Tolerance: Moderate soil salt tolerance, low aerosol salt tolerance
Interestingly Butterflyweed actually benefits from the annual to semi-annual exposure of the heat of the fires of the Longleaf Pine and Cajun Prairie ecosystems and are stimulated to produce an abundance (on older well-established plants) of bulkier upright...
Soil & Moisture: Well-drained, preferably sandy, dry to moist, poor to moderately fertile.
Grows To: 18-30"H x 24-30"W
Native To / Origin: US - Native to much of the continental US and parts of Canada.
An excellent choice where it can be allowed to naturalize or where it can be enjoyed spilling from large containers or over a wall. Woodland Poppy Mallow is a taprooted native perennial found in south and central US.
Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9
Native To / Origin: US-South East and South Central
Award Winner with a ruffled form and lots of flower buds per stalk. Grows 42" tall and blooms in mid-season with a spicy fragrance. Silvery blue overtones highlight this gorgeous iris.
