Downy Skullcap
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Our catalog, arranged by botanical names, contains descriptions and cultural information about each of the 1600+ varieties that we grow. This information is based on our experience in growing these plants (in Zone 7), as well as the experiences of our customers. Sandy personally trials many of our selections in her display gardens. When we add a new variety, we provide the best information that we can find on that plant at the time. In addition to individual entries we also provide quick reference lists of plants for particular conditions or purposes, such as clay soil, long bloomtime, groundcovers, coastal sites, deer resistance, etc. Because we grow a large number of Hosta, ferns, and daylilies we have quick reference charts to help you choose the size, color or other characteristics of these plants. You can access these lists and charts by clicking on the Plant Solutions tab above.
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Erect, vase-shaped native fern with lance-shaped, divided fronds. Deciduous. Deer resistant. Cut off old frond in fall. Tattered fronds may be removed at any time.
More Details1/2" -3/4" purple-blue flowers smother the foliage for an extended period of time. Ground hugging, bright green mats of evergreen foliage. Excellent plant for using between stepping stones as it can tolerate light foot traffic. Deer resistant. Lig
More Details1/2"-3/4" white flowers smother the foliage for an extended period of time. Ground hugging, bright green mats of evergreen foliage. Excellent plant for using between stepping stones. Tolerates light foot traffic. Space on 12" centers.
More DetailsThis native has trailing stems of heart-shaped, scalloped green leaves that hug the ground, rooting as they go. Hooded, two-lipped, violet blue blooms appear on 3" spikes above the foliage. This is a good, non-aggressive native replacement for Aju
More DetailsEvergreen, creeping plant with tiny leaves that send out the aroma of mint when brushed or stepped on. Light lavender flowers in summer. this is a strong spreader and makes a tight groundcover. Moderate foot traffic. Space on 12" centers.
More DetailsWonderful, mat forming groundcover that features tight green, aromatic foliage. Tiny lavender flowers in summer. Plant between stones so that the gentle mint scent is released when walked on. Moderate foot traffic. Space on 6" centers.
More DetailsPretty green leaves are quilted and fragrant. A wonderful culinary herb from Cuba with a distinctive warm, mild sweet flavor, not pungent or overbearing - perfect for a genuine Mojito. Wonderful with other dishes as well! Like other mints it will
More DetailsNative wildflower. Nodding clusters of 1" fragrant trumpet-shaped flowers that are pink in bud but open to blue. Foliage is dormant in summer. Deer resistant. Self sows where happy. Occasionally a plant will have white rather than blue blooms, an
More DetailsThin silvery-gray foliage with pink flowers that turn white. New foliage is tinted red. Orange-red fall color. Excellent dwarf variety. Long blooming and deer resistant. Bold, clump former that is well suited to mass plantings
More DetailsVery fine textured foliage with attractive bronze red flowers that turn to silver. Graceful, upright, arching habit. Long blooming and deer resistant.
More DetailsSmaller version of 'Zebrinus' that has a neat arching shape and vivid yellow horizontal banding. Reddish plumes in August. Long blooming and deer resistant. Plant Patented.
More DetailsNarrow, vertically variegated leaves are grayish-blue to blue-green and creamy white. Lovely. Long blooming and deer resistant.
More DetailsGraceful, upright habit. Prominent creamy stripes create a dramatic white effect. Long blooming and deer resistant.
More DetailsLeathery, round, deep green, opposite leaves line stems that hug the ground. Pairs of tiny, four-petaled white flowers in summer are followed by a single red berry in fall. A slow-growing groundcover, it will tolerate deep shade. Plants prefer not
More DetailsA robust performer with large, cherry red flowers that tower over most other Monarda in summer. Foliage emerges bronze and matures to green. Attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. Deer resistant. Native cultivar.
Plant patented
More DetailsNaturally short, bushy perennial with intricately sculpted, pale pink blooms unlike any other. Excellent mildew resistance. Native to the eastern United States and attractive to all pollinators.
Shear after blooming to refresh foliag
More DetailsThe aromatic foliage emerges a rich burgundy-wine color and matures to green. Short, compact plants with pale lavender pom-pom flowers in late spring. Clump-forming. Native.
More DetailsShowy, pom-pom shaped red flowers atop upright, clumping foliage in summer. Its fragrant leaves are unappealing to deer and rabbits, while native pollinators love it as a nectar source. Spreads by rhizomes. Native.
Drought tolerant but wil
More DetailsCompact, short plants with bright pink blooms over deep green leaves flower early in the season. Mildew resistant and they maintain their neat habit throughout the season. Long blooming.
More DetailsCompact plants are early blooming with pretty magenta purple flowers. They are mildew resistant and maintain their neat habit throughout the season. Plant patented.
More DetailsDeep lavender to violet-blue flowers are surrounded by showy, colorful bracts. Mildew resistant, fragrant foliage. Attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. Deer resistant. Can be grown under black walnut trees. Native cultivar.
More DetailsMid-height plants have dark green foliage setting off brilliant cherry red blooms in mid to late summer. Plants form upright clumps that gradually enlarge, but do not "run" all over the garden. Mildew resistant. Sugar Buzz series.
More DetailsCoral-pink blooms over very mildew resistant, fragrant foliage. Introduced by the Morden Research Center who also developed the "Petite" series. Plant Patented. Attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. Deer resistant. Native cultivar.
More DetailsVery large, vibrant, hot pink flowers bloom on upright mounds of glossy, dark green foliage. Flower color may lighten slightly to create a two-tone effect. Mildew resistant.
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