Plant List A - D

ABELIA

hybrid 'Confetti': "Confetti Glossy Abelia". Evergreen shrub. Pale pink flowers in spring-fall. Full sun - partial shade. Height 4-5 ft., width 4-5 ft.

grandiflora 'Edward Goucher': “Pink Glossy Abelia”. Beautiful, semi-evergreen shrub with gracefully, arching branches. Small bell-shaped, lilac-pink flowers; leaves turn bronzy in fall. Useful as a border planting, divider, or informal hedge. Full sun- partial shade. Moderate grower to 4-6' tall, 5' wide. Zones 6-9.

'Kaleidoscope': "Kaleidoscope Glossy Abelia". This is a sport of Abelia x grandiflora 'Little Richard'. A compact shrub noted for its stable bright gold & green, variegated foliage & bright red stems on new growth. With cooler fall temperatures foliage takes on a combination of golden yellow, vivid orange, & bright red colors. Foliage will not fade or burn with full sun exposure. Light pink buds produce white, tubular flowers blooming mid-summer & persist into fall. It has a dense, low, mounding habit; 2-2½' tall by a 3-3½' spread. Full sun-partial shade, but color is more distinct in full sun. Zones 6-9.

'Plum Surprise': "Plum Surprise Abelia". This variety is a cross between 'Edward Goucher' & 'Francis Mason' & its most striking features are the Autumn & Winter foliage color & evergreen habit. It forms an unusual weeping, spreading mound with fine-textured foliage. In early Spring, the foliage matures to an emerald green & remains this way throughout the Summer. A relatively late bloomer, 'Plum Surprise' features white flowers that have a purple blush tone with pale yellow throats. Height to 36", width to 67". Full sun-partial shade. Zones 6-9.

'Raspberry Profusion': "Raspberry Profusion Abelia". This selection is a cross between 'Edward Goucher' & Abelia chinensis, but is earlier to flower. It grows into a dense, compact shrub when it is established in the landscape. During the Summer, the glossy foliage is medium to dark green. 'Raspberry Profusion' is deciduous in the Winter months & a very heavy bloomer. The fragrant, raspberry pink clusters start to appear in mid-Spring & practically cover the plant by mid-Summer. Height to 57", width 73". Full sun-partial shade. Zones 6-9.

ACANTHUS

mollis: "Bear's Breech". The one species well known to gardeners. The basal leaves are up to 5' long & quite broad, with deep, sharply toothed lobes. They are thick & leathery, with a shiny deep green upper surface. The flower spikes may rise as much as 6', carrying dozens of white to pink flowers with reddish purple hoods. Sun-partial shade, especially in hotter climates. Hardy to 0°F.

ACER

japonica 'Acontifolium': "Dancing Peacock Maple". She is a show off, with large foliage that dances in the breezes & turns gold & crimson in the fall. When established, it can take a lot more sun & wind than most maples.

negundo 'Flamingo': "Flamingo Box Elder / Flamingo Ash-Leaved Maple". Strong pink overtones to attractive cream & green variegated foliage will brighten your early spring landscape. Golden fall color. This small deciduous tree is perfect for small spaces. Full sun-partial shade in warmer areas. Fast grower to 30-35' tall & wide. Zones 1-10, 12-24.

palmatum: "Japanese Maple". Deciduous shrub or tree. Growing red spring foliage color, summer soft green, & fall scarlet, orange, yellow. Leaves are deeply cut into 5-9 toothed lobes. Needs filtered shade in valley.

palmatum 'Akaji Nishiki': "Bonfire Maple". Buds open in the late spring with bright crimson. This will remain about a month. By early summer turning a bronze, & later turning green. Fall color is flame red tones. Small upright tree to about 13' tall. Group: unusual feature.

palmatum 'Atropurpureum Select': "Red Japanese Maple". Strong growing upright tree. Grown from seedling. Usually spring & early summer will be red followed by a general fading to bronze tones which are dull, but some also turn back to green. Overall height of the tree is 33'. Group: palmate.

palmatum 'Bloodgood': "Bloodgood Maple". Very popular large leaf, upright growing tree to 20'. Foliage color is red or black-red & holds its color into late summer better than most red leafed forms. Dark red petioles, shiny dark green underside. It will not bronze out. Group: palmate.

palmatum 'Burgundy Lace': "Burgundy Lace Maple". This maple is from the ribbon leaf group. Foliage color in spring & summer is burgundy red, & as the season progresses, it turns bronzy or greenish. It will burn in full hot sun. A small tree to 13'. Group: deeply divided.

palmatum 'Butterfly': "Butterfly Maple". This is a spectacular small leaf variegated tree rarely finding leaves the same. The variegation is a cream color on a bluish to pale green. The variegation can range from an entire leaf being variegated to just the margins. In the spring, the white portions of the leaves are pink & in the fall the white portions are a magenta color. The seed of this tree are very small & have a cream color to them. The growth is usually short & twiggy to a height of 10-14'. Group: variegated.

palmatum 'Crimson Prince': "Crimson Prince Maple". This cultivar is very similar to 'Bloodgood', but the five or seven lobed leaves hold their purple-red color to the fall, are slightly larger, & has a much nicer habit. It forms an upright tree, reaching 6m high. Very beautiful form with perfect structure. Not as dark as 'Emperor I', & growth rate is faster.

palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Queen': "Crimson Queen Maple". Good deep red colored foliage through the growing season, not bronzing out in the summer. Fall color ranges into the extreme bright scarlet tones. Scarlet petiole. Strong growing dissectum variety, beautifully cascading form. Tree grows to 8' tall, 13' wide. Group: dissectum.

palmatum dissectum 'Ever Red': "Ever Red Maple". New spring growth is its show. New Foliage has fine silvery hairs which makes the new growth appear to be gray. It soon loses the pubescence & attains the rich deep red foliage. This variety will not hold its color through summer, the more shade it has the longer it will hold its color. Grows to 10-12' tall & an equal spread. Group: dissectum

palmatum dissectum 'Garnet': "Garnet Maple". Foliage color is a rich red-orange of the gem stone garnet. In shade, it holds a greenish cast, but in a sunny location, garnet color develops. A vigorous grower to 8' tall. A beautiful, cascading, mound-shaped specimen. Group: dissectum.

palmatum dissectum atropurpureum 'Inaba Shidare': "Leaves of Rice Plant Maple". The difference between this dissectum & others is that the leaves are larger. The petioles are a bright red. The leaves develop a deep tone of purple-red as they grow into the summer & retaining their color all season. They do not bronze out in the late season. Fall color turns from purple red to a crimson tone. This dissectum tends to be more upright in its growth habit. Group: dissectum.

palmatum dissectum 'Palmatifidium': "Palmatifidium Weeping Maple". Foliage is long & slender, with a rich green color in the summer. Yellow, gold, & crimson blends together very colorful in the fall. Growth is sturdy, durable, hardy, & strong cascading form. Group: dissectum.

palmatum dissectum atropurpureum 'Red Dragon': "Weeping Red Dragon". This is a new selection similar to 'Crimson Queen' with a strong growth habit. Foliage color is a darker purple-red & it holds its color through the summer into the fall.

palmatum dissectum 'Rubrifolium': "Akahigata Maple". Foliage is a brown-red or rust-red, with green main veins showing. Color is retained well into the summer changing to a rich, dark green. Fall color is a rich gold with occasional crimson edges. The bark is a powdery green with minute white striations. Fairly strong growing dissectum. Group: dissectum.

palmatum dissectum atropurpureum 'Ruby Lace': "Weeping Ruby Lace Maple". Red foliage similar to 'Crimson Queen'.

palmatum dissectum 'Sieryu': "Sieryu Maple". This dissectum is an upright form. Foliage is a bright green with a light tip of red as it unfolds. The reddish tip fades to a bright green soon after it unfolds. Short stiff petiole. Bark is a dark brown green. Fall color is a bright gold to a light yellow with a tinge of crimson in most leaves. Strong upright growth, but not overly vigorous to about 13-15' tall. Group: dissectum.

palmatum dissectum 'Tamukeyama': "Tamukeyama Weeping Maple". New foliage is a deep crimson red when unfolding, but soon turns dark purple red. Color holds all summer long. Fall color is bright scarlet. The bark of the twig & young branches is a deep maroon red, overcast with a white tone. A strong, cascading variety. Group: dissectum.

palmatum dissectum 'Viridis': "Green Laceleaf Maple". Weeping bright green foliage holds well through the summer. Partial shade is where this variety does its best. In the fall, foliage color is a golden color with splashes of crimson. Strongly cascading, branching habit. Group: dissectum.

palmatum 'Emperor I': "Emperor I Maple". Attractive foliage with rich dark red coloring in summer turns brilliant scarlet in fall. Interesting blackish-red bark. Airy form well suited for use as a small lawn tree. More cold hardy than others. Leaf buds appear later in spring, avoiding danger of late frosts. Deciduous. Filtered sun. More vigorous grower than others to 15 feet tall & wide. Grafted. USDA 4-8.

palmatum 'Fireglow': "Fireglow Maple". Brighter in color than a 'Bloodgood' maple. Dark red leaf, holds deep red color through late summer. Able to withstand a lot of sun. Strong upright grower to about 10' tall.

palmatum 'Kagiri Nishiki': "Kagiri Nishiki Maple". This is a true variegated roseo-marginatum. The petiole are pinkish in color. Basic foliage color is deep green with a bluish cast - never a bright green. White margin appear on all leaves, but the width will vary. The enter markering of the leaves are pink to a rose coloring. The rose & cream area change to a vivid rose-crimson in the fall. The growth habit is somewhat open, but upright to about 15' tall. Group: variegated.

palmatum atropurpureum 'Moonfire': "Moonfire Maple". Excellent, purple-red, almost black-red foliage being almost opalescent. Diffused sun gives it a faint blue overtone. Color holds well through summer and doesn't bronze out. Center veins of the leaves are also a deep purple-red, & the underside of the leaf as a rich, deep reddish-green. This is a strong upright growing tree to 17' tall. Fast growing when young. Group: palmate.

palmatum 'Nuresagi': "Wet Heron Maple". Rich deep black-purple-red leaves in spring & early summer appearing opalescence, with a slight bluish overtone in certain light. In summer, turning a slight deep green & the veins becoming dark red. The bark of twigs & branches is a deep maroon color with a gray overtone. A very hardy upright grower to 20' tall.

palmatum 'Okagami': "Mirror Maple". Purplish red new foliage deepening into shiny blackish red as they mature. Very strong color lasting into the summer when green begins to blend in. Fall colors brighten to various tones of red & scarlet. Petiole is a reddish color. Delightful upright to 13' tall. Group: palmate.

palmatum 'Oshio Beni': "Oshio Beni Maple". Coloration of foliage is more of a orange-red than a purple red. The new foliage is very bright, but as the season advances, it becomes bronzed to a dull reddish-green. It doesn't retain its color as well as 'Bloodgood' or 'Moonfire'. Fall color is a bright scarlet. Petiole are reddish in color. Vigorous, sturdy upright to 28' tall. Group: palmate.

palmatum 'Ozakazuki': "Osakazuki Maple". A good rich green color through the growing season. Fall color is intense crimson, almost like the burning bush. Petioles are stiff & short. The first few years it grows fast, then begins to slow down to a overall height of 20' tall.

palmatum 'Red Emperor': "Red Emperor Maple". An improvement to 'Bloodgood'. The dark red leaf color lasts throughout the season. Fiery crimson leaves in the fall. Height 10-20' tall; 10-15' spread. Zones 4-8.

palmatum 'Sango Kaku': "Coral Bark Maple". Brilliant coral color of the bark is this maple's outstanding feature. The color is brilliant in the fall then intensifies as winter approaches. The younger the wood, the stronger the color. Bright green leaves with a tinge of red on the outer margins, but fading as the leaf matures. Fall color is yellow gold with a strong blend of apricot & light red. Overall height of 25' tall. Group: unusual feature.

palmatum 'Shindeshojo': "Shindeshojo Maple". Spring foliage is flaming scarlet, to crimson scarlet for the first couple of months. In the summer, reddish green color, with occasionally light cream or white speckles, & in the fall, the color is blends of oranges & reds. Slender petioles are red-brown in color. Young bark is also reddish-brown. Tree grows to about 7' tall. Group: unusual feature.

palmatum 'Shirazz': "Gwen's Rose Delight Maple, Shirazz Japanese Maple". USPP# 18,728P3. A spectacular new cultivar originating at The Duncan & Davies Nursery. This uniquely colored variegated plant is exceptional. Fully mature leaves give a multi colored effect being tones of olive-green-grey flecked with silver & a striking marginal variegation of white highlighted with pink blushed tips. New growth is red & autumn tones are of bright crimson-red. Deciduous. Height 12-15' tall; spread 10'. Zones 4-8.

palmatum 'Summinagashi': "Summinagashi Maple". Spring foliage color is a bright purple-red, summer becoming almost a black-red or a very deep maroon. Late summer to fall gradually turning to a deep green-red or brown-red. This variety holds its color better if given a little afternoon shade. The petiole are red in color. This is a strong, vigorous, semi-upright small tree to about 13-15' tall. Group: deeply divided

rubrum 'Frank Jr.' P.P. #16,769: "Redpointe® Maple". Brilliant red fall color plus upright, broadly pyramidal form make this Schmidt introduction a standout. The refined form & foliage of the best Acer rubrum cultivars combine with the faster growth rate normally found in Acer x. freemanii. A straight & dominant central leader results in strong branch angles that make it easier to grow. Height to 45' with a 30' spread. Zone 5.

rubrum 'October Glory': "October Glory® Red Maple". Outstanding large fall color tree. Deep reddish-purple foliage color is reliable even in warmer climates, not ideally suited for good color & the leaves are retained later than most cultivars. This maple produces a tall, rounded form bearing light green foliage in spring & summer. A super choice for high profile shade tree in front or backyard. Well suited to larger sites in groves for dramatic effect. Line a drive or boulevard for a stately entry. Full sun. Deciduous. Moderate to fast growing 40-50' tall, 30-40' wide. Zones 3-9.

x freemanii 'Jeffersred' P.P. #4864: "Autumn Blaze Maple". Upright branching, broadly oval shape. Medium green foliage turns to brilliant, long lasting, orange-red in fall. Height to 50' with a 40' spread. Zone 3.

x freemanii 'Autumn Fantasy': "Autumn Fantasy Maple". A Red & Silver Maple hybrid. Summer color resembles Silver Maple. In the fall, the leaves turn a bright red on top with magenta pink on the back, even in mild climates. As fall progresses, top side of leaf darkens but underside remains magenta pink. Colors the first year. Mature height 40-50' & spread up to 40'. Zone 4.

ACHILLEA

millefolium 'Paprika': "Paprika Yarrow". This striking perennial yarrow forms a spreading mat of fern-like, mid-green foliage. Rising 18" above the foliage, are large flat heads of yellow centered scarlet red flowers that age from red through salmon pink, creamy yellow to brown in late spring thru the summer. Full sun. Attractive to butterflies & deer tolerant. Height 1-2'; width 2-3'. Hardy to at least 0ºF.

AEGOPODIUM

podagraria 'Variegatum': "Variegated Bishop's Weed". Groundcover. Quickly forms a low, dense mass of green foliage edged in white. This creates a luminous effect in the shade. Vigorous grower to 10" high & 12" wide. Full sun to partial shade. Deer resistant. USDA zones 4-9.

AGAPANTHUS

africanus 'Dwarf White': "Dwarf White Lily of the Nile". Beautiful mini version of the popular original. Small clumps give rise to white flower clusters on erect stalks. Exciting rock garden or border item. Excellent in containers. Evergreen perennial. Full sun-partial shade. Moderate grower to 8-12" tall & wide, stalks up to 18" tall. Zones 8-11.

africanus 'Peter Pan': "Dwarf Blue Lily of the Nile". Beautiful mini version of the popular original. Small clumps give rise to deep blue flower clusters on erect stalks. Exciting rock garden or border item. Excellent in containers. Evergreen perennial. Full sun-partial shade. Moderate grower to 8-12" tall & wide, stalks up to 18" tall. Zones 8-11.

africanus 'Queen Anne': "Queen Anne Lily of the Nile". Beautiful clumps of strap-like foliage & dense flower clusters on tall stalks. Good for firescaping. Evergreen. Full sun-partial shade. Foliage to 12-15" High & wider, flower stalks to 2' tall. Zones 8-11.

africanus 'Tinkerbell': "Tinkerbell Lily of the Nile". Unique variegated foliage, light green with a cream edge, makes this a striking accent plant. Grows to 16" tall in a clump. Blooms light blue flowers on 18" stems in May & June. Tender to prolonged freezing temperatures.

hybrid 'Elaine': (Patented). "Elaine Lily of the Nile". This hybrid variety differs from other Agapanthus selections in its exceptional vigor and in having large heads, 6-8" in diameter, of dark blue-violet flowers. On 4-4½' flower stalks. Plant height is 24-30". It has an upright leaf, 2½-3" wide. Blooms 3-4 weeks later than regular Agapanthus. Very similar to 'Mood Indigo'. Developed by L. A. County Arboretum.

hybrid 'Ellamae': (Patented). "Ellamae Lily of the Nile". This hybrid variety differs from other Agapanthus selections in its exceptional vigor and in having large heads, 6-8 in diameter, of deep purple / blue flowers. Lighter than 'Elaine'. On 5-5½' flower stalks. Plant height is 30-36". Has pendula leaf, 2½" wide. Blooms 3-4 weeks later than regular Agapanthus. Developed by L. A. County Arboretum.

hybrid 'Storm Cloud': "Storm Cloud Lily of the Nile". Evergreen in warmer part of range. Developed from deciduous 'Mood Indigo' & an evergreen Agapanthus. It has deep blue-violet flower clusters on 4' stems. Full sun - partial shade.

AGONIS

flexuosa 'After Dark': "After Dark Willow Myrtle". 'After Dark' is an evergreen woody tall shrub to a small weeping tree. It has dark purple to almost black leaves with a graceful arching habit. The leaves are strongly perfumed and mature trees have small white flowers in spring. 'After Dark' is easy to grow and is semi-hardy, growing in temperatures down to 28°F. Propagation is by tissue culture.

AJUGA

reptans 'Black Scallop': "Black Scallop Carpet Bugle". Dark as night foliage with gorgeously scalloped leaves that are larger than Mahogany's', and darker than 'Catlin's Giant'. A knockout in patio pots, combos, and as a striking accent with white, gold, or light colored plants. Sun - shade. Height 4-6". Zones 4-11.

ALOYSIA

triphylla: "Lemon Verbena". A small, evergreen shrub. Lemon-scented foliage adds fragrance to the entire garden & flavor to teas & cold beverages. Small, pale lilac purple flowers appear in summer. Moderate grower. Height from 12-36"; width to 18". Partial to full sun. Zone 10-8.

ALSTROEMERIA

'Little Miss' Series: "Peruvian Lily". These do best in high light & cool temperatures. Growing from underground rhizomes, the plant sends up small vegetative growth. When the plant is ready to bloom, new shoots come springing out & quickly to nice sturdy stems with blooms.

          'Christina': Creamy yellow flowers.

          'Natalie': Light pink flowers.

          'Tara': Orange-red flowers

'Princess' Series: "Peruvian Lily ". These do best in high light & cool temperatures. Growing from underground rhizomes, the plant sends up small vegetative growth. When the plant is ready to bloom, new shoots come springing out & quickly to nice sturdy stems with blooms.

          'Fabiana': Pale yellow flowers. Height to 25-35 cm.

          'Felicia': Lime yellow flowers. Height 25-35cm.
          'Isabella': Orange flowers with yellow markings. Height 25-35cm.
          'Julietta': Purple flowers with a white edge. Height 30-40cm.
          'Oxana': Rose pink flowers with a yellow throat. Height 25-35cm.
          'Theresa': Rose pink & white bicolor flower. Height to 25-35cm.
 

ANEMONE

hybrids: "Windflower". These are all Japanese Anemones, known for their ability to bloom from summer to fall, liking partial shade & soil that does not dry out. They get 2-4' tall, & have dark green, lobed, hairy leaves.
          'Honorine Jobert': Single, white flower.

          'Queen Charlotte': Semi-double, pale pink flower.
          'September Charm': Single, pink flower.
          'Whirlwind': Semi-double, white flower.

ARBUTUS

hybrid 'Marina': "Marina Strawberry Tree". Evergreen tree to 40', usually less. Hybrid of uncertain parentage. Resembles A. unedo, but has larger leaves, rosy pink flowers in the fall. Good garden substitute for madrone. Zones 8,9,14-24.

ARCTOSTAPHYLLOS

densiflorus 'Howard McMinn': "Howard McMinn Manzanita". One of the most popular of the Manzanitas, for several good reasons. It is rounded in form & profusely branched, growing 3-6' tall. It has shiny green leaves & abundant light pink flowers. It responds exceptionally well to pruning - even shearing, & tolerates a far greater range of soils & watering regimes than most manzanitas. Full sun.

'Emerald Carpet': "Emerald Carpet Manzanita". This fine introduction by the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden has already surpassed some old standard uva-ursi cultivars in popularity. It forms a dense mat of narrow, shining, emerald green leaves, decorated by white flowers in winter. It requires moderate watering in hot summer areas. Full sun.

ARGYRANTHEMUM

frutescens 'Bright Carmine': "Marguerite Daisy". Bright, magenta-red, single flowers with yellow centers. Attractive, divided green leaves on upright, bushy plants. Flowers are excellent for cutting, & in the garden continue to bloom until hard frost. Full sun.

frutescens 'Comet Pink': (Cobsing) "Marguerite Daisy". Attractive divided gray-green leaves on upright, bushy plants. Single, medium pink flowers. Flowers are excellent for cutting, & in the garden continue to bloom until hard frost. Full sun.

frutescens 'Comet White': (Cobrey) "Marguerite Daisy". Attractive divided gray-green leaves on upright, bushy plants. Single, pure white flowers. Flowers are excellent for cutting, & in the garden continue to bloom until hard frost. Full sun.

frutescens 'Madeira™' Series: "Marguerite Daisy". Upright, mounded plants with long-lasting flowers. Well branched plants with abundant, daisy-like blooms. Attracts butterflies to the garden. Blooms all summer. Grows to 8-12" tall. Full sun. Use in mixed containers, pots & landscapes. Performs well outdoors until 1st frost.

          'Cherry Red': Bright cherry red flowers with a red center.

          'Crested Ivory': White flowers with a tufted center.

          'Crested Merlot':Double, burgundy red flowers.

          'Crested Yellow': Bright yellow flowers with a tufted center.

          'Deep Pink': Single, deep pink flowers with a yellow & pink center.

          'Red': Single, red flowers with a red & yellow center.

ARMERIA

alliacea: "Thrift". Clumps 2-6" high & 20" wide produce 8-16 blossom stalks with bright pink flowers. Blooms spring to early summer. Full sun. Zones 1-9,14-24.

maritima 'Splendens': "Common Thrift". Hot pink blossoms give some color year round in mild climates. Blooms April-July. Grows in compact tufts with grass-like green foliage. Excellent choice for rock gardens or seaside conditions. Evergreen foliage. Height 6-10". Zone 3.

ASTER

novae-angliae 'Purple Dome': "New England Aster/Michaelmas Daisy". This dwarf cultivar typically grows 18-24" tall & 3' wide with a low, bushy habit. Features a profuse bloom of dark purple flowers (1.5" across) which can entirely cover the plant with bloom from mid-August until early October. No staking required. Attractive to butterflies & birds. Good cut flower. Low habit makes this a good fall blooming plant for the border front or butterfly garden. Also used as an edger. Full sun. Height 18-24" tall. Zones 5-8.

novi-belgii 'Celeste': "New York Aster / Michaelmas Daisy". A striking dark blue color developed by Yoder for anyone who wants to enhance the fall garden with a color not seen in mums. Does well in spring through fall. Also recommended for greenhouse pots. Flower size is ¾-1¼". Average height & spread.

novi-belgii 'Hazy': "New York Aster/Michaelmas Daisy". USPPAF. Dark pink to raspberry, single flowers on well-mounded plants. Medium growth habit. Early season bloomer.

novi-belgii 'Loke Viking': "New York Aster / Michaelmas Daisy". Deep raspberry colored flowers contrast perfectly against dark dense foliage. Slightly brighter color than 'Jenny'. Midseason flowering.

novi-belgii 'Magic': "New York Aster / Michaelmas Daisy". USPP# 15,690.The top selling purple aster that everyone talks about. Ideal mounded plant with darker color, better keeping quality, & better weather tolerance than 'Purple Viking'. Medium growth habit. Early season bloomer.

novi-belgii 'Melody': "New York Aster / Michaelmas Daisy". Large, blue-lavender flowers. Lavender in the sun, blue in the shade. Strong & well mounded plants. Early season flowering.

novi-belgii 'Purple Viking': "New York Aster / Michaelmas Daisy". Large, lavender purple flowers on medium sized plants. Blooms early- mid season. Hardy to zone 5. USPP #10,357.

novi-belgii 'Winston Churchill': "New York Aster / Michaelmas Daisy". Early flowering, compact habit with excellent color retention. Medium red, large sized flowers in mid-season. Susceptible to mildew. Height 10-12".

AZALEA

belgian indica 'Chimes': "Chimes Azalea". This collection of Azaleas grows best when not exposed to direct sun. These bushy plants can reach 3-5' tall, 4-6' wide & are covered with lush, bright green foliage, an excellent background to spectacular masses of large, semi-double, dark red flowers. Evergreen. Peak blooming period for each cultivar may vary in different regions of the country. Blooms late February to April.

Glenn dale hybrid 'Red Bird': "Red Bird Azalea". 2-2½" red flower with purplish red blotch. Early bloomer. Semi-evergreen. Upright to 5'. Prefers acid soil in partial shade.

hybrid 'Happy Days': "Happy Days Azalea". Deep violet-purple, double blooms on lush, bright green foliage. Heavy bloomer in spring, occasionally throughout the year. Evergreen. Best when not exposed to direct sun.

hybrid 'Shiro Chan': "Shiro Chan Azalea". White flowers on oval-shaped, green leaves.

kurume 'Coral Bells': "Coral Bells Azalea". Coral pink hose in hose blooms with darker pink centers & veins. Flowers are backed by tiny evergreen foliage on a low spreading form. Blooms early to mid-season. Zones 6-9. Does best when planted in partial shade.

kurume 'Hino Crimson': "Hino Crimson Azalea". Profusion of single, crimson blooms on compactly branched mound. Does best in partial shade. Blooms mid-season. Zones 6-9.

kurume 'Sherwood Orchid': "Sherwood Orchid Azalea". Compact, twiggy plants, densely clothed in small, glossy leaves. Small, red violet flowers are borne in incredible profusion. Plants have mounded or tier form, look handsome even out of bloom. Widely used as houseplants. Grow well outdoors, but can not endure hot, dry summer winds. Hardy to 5°F / -15°C. Zones 5-9, 14-24; H1, H2.

kurume 'Sherwood Red': "Sherwood Red Azalea". Compact, twiggy plants, densely clothed in small, glossy leaves. Small, orange- red flowers are borne in incredible profusion. Plants have mounded or tier form, look handsome even out of bloom. Widely used as houseplants. Grow well outdoors, but can not endure hot, dry summer winds. Hardy to 5°F / -15°C. Zones 5-9, 14-24; H1, H2.

rutherfordiana 'Alaska': "Alaska Azalea". Single to semi-double, snow-white blooms with distinctive chartreuse blotch on throat. Sun tolerant. Mid-season to late. Plants can reach 3-5' tall, 4-6' wide.

rutherfordiana 'Constance': "Constance Azalea". Light orchid pink flowers. Bushy, 2-4' plants with handsome foliage. Zones 14-24.

satsuki 'Shiko': "Shiko Azalea". Satsuki azaleas are lovely treasures from Japan. Satsuki means fifth month referring to the basic blooming period. They are excellent, slow-growing, mounding shrubs 2½-3' high, 3-3½' wide, having small deep green leaves on dense, twiggy branches. They are also popular for use in creating bonsai. Evergreen. Single, frilled lavender with dark lavender stripes; low dwarf plant. Late season. Zones 7-9.

southern indica 'Brilliant': "Brilliant Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Single flowers of watermelon red. One of the most reliable azaleas for the southern U.S. Moderate grower to 6-8' tall & wide. Midseason to late.

southern indica 'Duc de Rohan': "Duc de Rohan Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Single flowers of salmon pink, slow grower to 5-6' tall. Early to midseason.

southern indica 'Fielder's White': "Fielder's White Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Frosty white flowers. Mid season.

southern indica 'George Tabor': "George Tabor Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Masses of showy, single blooms, light orchid variegated with white. Moderate grower to 6-8' tall, 4-6' wide. Midseason.

southern indica 'Orange Pride': "Orange Pride Azalea".Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Bright orange flowers.

southern indica 'Phoenicia': "Phoenicia Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Brilliant, single lavender blooms are displayed against excellent dark green foliage. Moderate grower to 6-8' tall & wide. Midseason. Zones 8-9.

southern indica 'Pink Lace': "Pink Lace Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Light rose pink flowers.

southern indica 'Pride of Dorking': "Pride Of Dorking Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Brilliant red flowers.

southern indica 'Red Ruffles': "Red Ruffles Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Masses of showy single to semi-double blooms of deep red with frilly petals. Semi-shade in extremely hot areas. Moderate grower to 3-6' tall & wide. Blooms midseason & occasionally throughout the year.

southern indica 'Southern Charm': "Southern Charm Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Masses of large, showy single blooms of deep rose. Moderate grower to 6-8' tall & wide. Midseason.

southern indica 'White April': "White April Azalea". Sun grown azalea when given proper growing conditions produce a mass of early spring color that brightens any planting. They grow well where they receive full sun, but should not be planted where they will get reflected heat. Excellent foliage backs the blooms. Evergreen. Pure white flowers. Mid-late season.

BERBERIS

thunbergii f. atropurpurea 'Admiration' PP#16,921: "Admiration Japanese Barberry". This vibrant Berberis is a real eye-catcher suitable for the landscape or as a container plant. 'Admiration' has bright orange-red foliage with yellow margins. The color continues throughout the summer season. To date, no flowers have been observed. Plants have passed the USDA Cereal Rust Disease Trials in MN. This variety has been added to the Federal Register as an approved cultivar. Broad upright habit. Full sun to partial shade. Zone 5.

thunbergii atropurpurea 'Crimson Pygmy': "Crimson Pygmy Dwarf Japanese Barberry". A dwarf, densely branched form displaying deep crimson colored foliage all season long, best in full sun. Excellent for borders or small hedges. Deciduous. Full sun. A slow grower to 2' tall, 3' wide. Zones 4-8.

thunbergii 'Monlers' P.P.# 9577: "Golden Nugget™ Dwarf Japanese Barberry". A new golden barberry in an exciting, compact, dwarf form. Displays attractive, non-burning, golden foliage with a orange cast most of the season. Excellent color contrast in borders. Deciduous. Spring flowers are insignificant. A slow grower to only 1-2' tall & wide. Full sun. Hardy to -30 to -20°F.

thunbergii 'Orange Rocket': "Orange Rocket Japanese Barberry". Upright, columnar habit covers the landscape with colorful, rusty orange foliage. Plants have passed the USDA Cereal Rust Disease Trials in MN. This variety has been added to the Federal Register as an approved cultivar. Works well in the landscape in a mass planting, as a specimen plant, or in a container. 51" height x 16" wide. Full sun-part shade. Zone 5.

thunbergii 'Red Carpet' PPAF: "Red Carpet Japanese Barberry". Broad, low spreading habit covers the landscape with colorful, reddish-orange foliage. Plants have passed the USDA Cereal Rust Disease Trials in MN & have been added to the Federal Register as an approved cultivar. Works well in the landscape in a mass planting, as a specimen plant, or in a container. 31" in height & 47-55" in width. Full sun to partial shade. Zone 4.

thunbergii 'Rose Glow': "Rose Glow Japanese Barberry". Graceful branching makes a wonderful hedge, barrier planting or single accent. Deep rose-red glow over mottled white & green foliage in spring. Bright red berries in fall & winter. Deciduous. Full sun. Slow grower to 5' tall,4' wide. Zones 4-8.

thunbergii 'Rosy Rocket' PP#18,413: "Rosy Rocket Japanese Barberry". Upright, columnar habit covers the landscape with colorful, reddish foliage. Plants have passed the USDA Cereal Rust Disease Trials in MN & have been added to the Federal Register as an approved cultivar. Works well in the landscape in a mass planting, as a specimen plant, or in a container. 47" tall & 16" wide. Full sun - partial shade. Zone 5.

BERGENIA

cordifolia: "Heartleaf Bergenia, Saxifraga". Excellent evergreen perennial displays large heart-shaped, glossy, dark green leaves in bold rosettes. Stalks of pink flowers are lovely spring accents. Effective in shaded foreground plantings & borders. Partial shade. Foliage to 12" high, clumps to 24" wide. Flower stalks to 12-15" tall. Zones 4-8.

crassifolia: "Winter Blooming Bergenia, Piqsqueak". Dark green leaves to 8" or more across, with wavy, sparsely toothed edges. Dense clusters of pink flowers bloom in winter & early spring on erect stems that stand well above the leaves. Classic California garden plant for dry or moist shady border. Partial to full shade. Foliage clumps may reach 1 ½' tall.

BETULA

alba: "European White Birch". Graceful, open-branched pyramidal form tree. Distinctive flaky white bark makes interesting landscape show. A wonderful yard tree that has terrific fall color. Deciduous. Full sun. Fast grower 30-35' or taller, 15-20' & more wide. Zones 2-7.

jacquemontii: "Whitebarked Himalayan Birch". Exhibits the brightest white bark of any tree for a truly distinctive & exciting show. Graceful, open-branched pyramidal form. A wonderful large yard tree with terrific yellow fall coloring. Deciduous. Full sun. Fast grower to 35-40' tall, 18-20' wide; larger with age. Zones 4-7.

nigra 'Dura Heat': "Dura Heat River Birch". Heat resistant, glossy, deep green foliage gives this cultivar a fresh look through the heat of the summer, even in the Southern U.S. It branches freely, giving it better density & a more compact appearance than the species. Attractive exfoliating bark is a medley of cream & tan colors. Height to 40'; spread to 30'. Broadly pyramidal shape. Yellow fall color. Reported to have good resistance to bronze birch bore. Zone 5.

pendula 'Crimson Frost': "Crimson Frost Birch". A striking landscape tree with dark purple foliage & exfoliating white & cinnamon bark. Broadly pyramidal to oval shape reaching 40' high & 30' wide. Burgundy fall color. Zone 4.

BIDENS

ferulifolia 'Peter's Gold Carpet': Larger, brighter yellow flowers & tighter internodes (more compact) than 'Goldie' or 'Goldmarie'. Trailing habit, takes full sun & heat. Fragrant.

BRACHYCOME

billabong 'Mauve Delight': "Mauve Delight Swan River Daisy". A compact grower with dainty, pale mauve blossoms & deep green, toothed leaves. Full sun.

hybrid 'Toucan Tango': "Toucan Tango Swan River Daisy". This brilliant, deep lavender daisy will keep home gardeners in the pink all the way through the hottest summer months because it never stops flowering. Formerly known as Ultra'. Easier to grow & more attractive than the already popular 'Hawkesbury River Daisy'. Its greatest asset is its compact growth habit. Its foliage stays very tight, even in warm night conditions. This tends to extend shelf life. The flowers are larger, deeper blue, & more numerous than the standard Brachycome.

BUDDLEIA

The English Butterfly Series: "Butterfly Bush". Bushy, upright/mounding plants one-third the size of most davidii cultivars, produce enormous, arching panicles of fragrant flowers. Their rich, jewel-like colors resist fading & are butterfly, bee, & hummingbird delights. Unmatched for beauty & impact. Fast growing to 4-5' tall. Full sun. Zone 5-9.

          davidii 'Adonis Blue™': Dark blue flowers.

          davidii 'Peacock™':Magenta purple flowers.

          davidii 'Purple Emperor™': Dark purple flowers.

davidii 'Black Knight': "Black Knight Butterfly Bush". Summer color from dark, violet-purple flower spikes. Showy flowers are fragrant & attract butterflies. Good background or accent plant. May be slightly hardier than other varieties. Deciduous. Full sun-partial shade. Fast grower to 6-8' tall, 4-6' wide. Zones 5-9.

davidii 'Pink Delight': "Pink Delight Butterfly Bush". Conical clusters of bright pink flowers in summer emit delightful fragrance that attracts butterflies. Good background or accent plant with a compact habit of growth. Deciduous. Full sun - partial shade. Fast grower to 6-8' tall, 4-6' wide. Zones 5-9.

BUXUS

microphylla 'Golden Dream': "Golden Dream Boxwood". The beautiful golden edged leaves of this Boxwood truly live up to its name. 'Golden Dream' is a compact, evergreen shrub that grows nearly 2' tall & will take on a more or less naturally rounded shape. The leaves are bright green, decoratively bordered with gold. This fully hardy plant prefers fertile, well-drained but somewhat damp soil. The plant is wonderful in a patio or balcony container & is attractive on its own in a border or in small groups. Its compact proportions also make it very suitable for planting in perennial gardens or mixed containers. Full sun. Zone unknown, but at least tolerant of 6-9.

microphylla japonica: "Japanese Boxwood". A small, dense rounded shrub favored for hedges. ½" leaves are fine textured & oblong. Slow growth in warm climates is valuable for low maintenance once mature. Performs in colder regions with increased vigor. Winter cold may cause a slight bronze cast to leaves. Suited to low to medium height sheared hedges & topiary forms. Does equally as well unclipped for a more naturalistic barrier. Evergreen. Full or partial shade. Slow to moderate growth 4-6' tall & as wide.

microphylla japonica 'Green Beauty': "Green Beauty Boxwood". Excellent compact evergreen shrub for small hedges. Retains its dark green foliage in the coldest winters & hottest summers. Full to partial sun. Moderate grower to 4-6' tall & wide, when unpruned. Zones 5-9.

microphylla japonica 'McCall's Variegated': "McCall's Variegated Boxwood". Compact evergreen shrub. Full sun-partial shade. 4-6' tall & wide. Foliage is green & yellow variegated.

microphylla japonica 'Winter Gem': "Winter Gem Boxwood". Excellent densely branched evergreen shrub for small hedges. Among the hardiest of boxwoods, retains it's dark green velvety foliage color in winter. Full sun to partial shade. Moderate grower to 4-6' tall & wide. Zones 5-9.

sempervirens 'Monrue' PP#15243: "Green Tower™ Boxwood". The perfect hedge plant for tight spaces with strong topiary value. Very columnar form produces lustrous dark green leaves with lighter underside. Medium to fine texture foliage does not brown-out in winter. Widely adaptable in well drained soils; preference for limestone soils with PH 6 or higher. Evergreen. Full sun. Moderate to fast growth to 9' tall, 1-2' wide. Evergreen. Fragrant petal-less creamy yellow flowers in April - May. Full to partial sun. Zone 5-9.

sempervirens 'Suffruticosa': "Dwarf English Boxwood". The best dwarf European boxwood for small scale applications. Grows slowly at just 1 per year to reduce need for shearing in formal hedges, edges, & topiary. Natural form is rounded with dense foliage & fine branching. Resistant to box leaf miner. Protect from extremes of heat & cold. Evergreen. Full sun. Slow growth to 30" tall & as wide. Zones 5-8.

x. 'Green Mountain': "Green Mountain Boxwood". Vigorous growing boxwood when young. Dense, upright form with bright green leaves that retain their color through winter. Natural cone-shaped form if left unsheared, excellent hedge. Evergreen. Full sun-partial shade. Moderate grower to 5' tall & 3' wide. Zones 4-9.

CALIBRACHOA

hybrid: "Million Bells". Even though these look like Petunias, they are not, but an entirely different genus, Calibrachoa. They have hundreds of Petunia-like flowers, small Petunia-shaped foliage, and a trailing habit. Vigorous. Hardy to zone 8.

     'Million Bells' Series: Incredibly easy to grow, 'Million Bells' are hugely popular. Their profuse self-cleaning flowers arrive in spring and keep going until fall. Among the most hummingbird friendly plants on the market. Full sun-part shade. Upright bush types height 6-12"; trailing types height 1-3". Zones 9-11.
          'Cherry Pink': Vibrant hot pink, almost red, flowers with a yellow center. A day- length insensitive variety.

          'Crackling Fire': Hot orange flowers with yellow centers.

          'Terra Azul': Lavender flowers with a yellow center.

          'Terra Bella': Light yellow flowers with red veins.

          'Terra Cotta': This was a big attention getter at the trials because of its unique flower color, yellow with a reddish 

           blush. Flower color varies from flower to flower. Hardy to zone 8. Vigorous.

    'Superbells' Series: With their unique colors & outstanding performance, 'Superbells' add a new dimension to the fall garden. Semi-upright & very heat tolerant. Particularly lovely in color combos, window boxes, hanging baskets, & pedestal containers. The red is really red & truly outstanding. Hummingbirds & butterflies find it irresistible. Sun - partial shade. Height 6-10". Zones 9-11.

          'Apricot Punch': Orange-gold flowers. One of the smallest, most compact grower in the series.

          'Dreamsicle': Shimmery orange flowers. A strong performer.

          'Pink': Bright pink flowers.

          'Red': A true red flower. Attracts hummingbirds.

          'Saffron': Canary yellow flowers. A huge grower.

          'Tequila Sunrise': Orange flowers with splashes of red.

CALLISTEMON

citrinus 'Little John': "Dwarf Bottlebrush". Small, 1½-2" blood red blooms cover the top of this colorful grower for an extended season. Dense branches are covered with blue-green leaves. Versatile, dwarf size is perfect for today's smaller gardens. Evergreen. Full sun. Slow grower to only 3' tall & 5' wide. Zones 8-11.

CALYLOPHUS

hybrid 'Southern Belle': "Southern Belle Sundrops". A premium hybrid of C. serrulatus (Yellow Evening Primrose) the lush, finely textured foliage provides a cool contrast to the bright, sunny yellow flowers. In cool fall weather the blooms take on peachy orange highlights. Full sun. Height 12-14". Zones 8-11.

CANNA

'Can Do' Series: "Canna Lily". Large, lance-shaped leaves resemble those of Banana or Ti Plants. Spikes of large, showy, irregularly shaped flowers reminiscent of ginger lilies bloom in summer,fall. These Cannas have showy flower clusters selected for the brightest colors. The garden height is approximately 36". These are easy to grow & flourish in warm conditions & even in moist areas.

          'Apricot': Dark apricot flowers on bronze foliage.

          'Pink': Bright pink flowers on green foliage.

CAMELLIA

hiemalis: These graceful evergreen shrubs clothe themselves with hundreds of blossoms set against a lavish background of dark green leaves. Their ability to flourish in full sun or shade allows for greater freedom of use in the landscape as an untrimmed low hedge or high screen, espalier, borders, or groundcovers. Upright growers can reach 10' high & wide, low spreaders at 4-5' high & wider; those with weeping habit at 2-3' high & wider. These sizes are approximate to suit local conditions & care.
          'Chansonette': Brilliant pink formal double blooms. Flowers are perfect for

           cutting. Cascading spreader to 6' high & 8' wide. Blooms midseason.
          'Shishi Gashira': Bright rose, semi-double blooms. Flowers are perfect for cutting. Low

           spreader to 3' high & 6' wide. Blooms late season.
          'Showa-No-Sakae': Lovely, soft pink, semi-double blooms. Flowers are perfect for

           cutting. Low spreader. Blooms early season.

japonica: Spectacular group of plants favored for their bloom display in fall & winter in the milder areas of the U.S. (the south & Pacific coastal areas). Evergreen densely-branched shrubs from 6-8'+ high & wide to small trees with time reaching 20-25' high, 20' wide under ideal conditions & care. Smaller size maintained with judicious pruning. Shelter from strong sun & drying winds is preferred for best performance. Sitting in a northern exposure, under a broad eave or under tall trees for filtered sunlight is recommended. Zones 8-10.
          'Blood of China': Deep salmon red with a medium, semi-double to loose peony form.  

           Vigorous compact growth with a late season bloom.
          'Colonel Firey': Spectacular, formal dark red blooms, very large in size. Mid to late

           season.
          'Debutante': Medium-large, light pink, peony form flowers. Early to midseason. Takes

           some sun. Vigorous growth.
          'Glen 40': Spectacular, deep red, formal double blooms. Mid to late season bloomer.
          'Jordan's Pride': Light pink with an irregular white margin & streaked with deep pink.

           Spectacular, semi-double, peony-form blooms. Midseason bloomer.
          'Joshua E. Yountz': White with a large peony form. Slow compact growth with a late

           season bloom.
          'Julia Drayton': (same as C.j. 'Mathotiana') Very large, rose form to formal double,

           deep crimson, sometimes purplish cast. Vigorous upright grower. Takes cold & stands

           up well in hot summer areas. Does not grow very well along the southern California

           coast. Mid-late season.
          'Kramer's Supreme': Large, magnificent, deep red, peony form blooms feature a

           delightful fragrance. Midseason.
          'Kumasaka': Spectacular, bright rose pink, double blooms. Blooms mid-late season.
          'Magnoliaflora': Medium to large, semi-double blush pink flowers. Many blossoms,

           good cut flower. Medium grower of compact yet spreading form. Blooms mid to late

           season.
          'Margie': Large, formal double, white flowers. Blooms early-mid season.
          'Mathotiana Supreme': Extremely large, double blooms with loose, irregular flaming

           crimson petals. Midseason.
          'Mrs. Charles Cobb': Spectacular, dark red blooms, semi-double to loose peony form.

           Midseason.
          'Mrs. Tingley': Medium, formal double, salmon pink blooms. Mid to late season.
          'Pearl Maxwell': Spectacular, soft shell pink, formal double, blooms. Mid to late

           season.
          'Prof. Charles Sargent': Medium, full peony flower form. Dark red flowers.
          'Shiro Chan': Spectacular blooms with sparkling white petals with occasional light pink

           at the base. Midseason.

sasanqua: These graceful evergreen shrubs clothe themselves with hundreds of blossoms set against a lavish background of dark green leaves. Their ability to flourish in full sun or shade allows for greater freedom of use in the landscape as an untrimmed low hedge or high screen, espalier, borders, or groundcovers. Upright growers can reach 10' high & wide, low spreaders at 4-5' high & wider; those with weeping habit at 2-3' high & wider. These sizes are approximate to suit local conditions & care.
           'Appleblossom': Profuse blossoms with white petals edged in vivid cerise-red.

            Upright. Midseason.
           'Cleopatra': Rose pink, semi-double flowers with narrow curving petals. Growth is

            erect, fairly compact. Takes clipping well.
           'Diana': Very large, single flowers of soft pink with bright yellow stamens are a

            feature of this extremely fast & upright grower. Flowers throughout fall & winter.
           'Hana Jiman': Large, white, semi-double flowers with pink edges. Fast, open growth.

            Good for espaliers.
           'Helen': A free flowering plant with an elegant upright growth habit. Masses of pink

            buds are produced which open white with a delicate soft pink shading. Flowers are

            medium in size, informal double with golden yellow stamens mixed with small petals

            and petaoids. Flowering over a long period, it is quick growing, making an excellent

           screen or garden specimen. Flowers throughout autumn & winter.
          'Jean May': Large, shell pink, double blooms. Upright. Midseason.
          'Jenni': Produces large flowers which are a full, informal double, white edged with

           dark pink. This vigorous upright grower has beautiful glossy dark green foliage. A

           quick growing variety which makes it perfect for hedging or screening. Flowers

           throughout fall & winter.
          'Kanjiro': Profuse, semi-double blossoms with rose pink petals edged with rose red.

           Upright growth. Blooms mid-season.
          'Petite': A delightful small leafed compact growing variety with dainty, pale pink

           informal flowers borne in profusion during autumn & winter. Perfect for low hedging,

           borders, pots, & topiary. Ideal as a replacement for box hedges. When clipped to

           shape can form a hedge up to 1m high.
          'Setsugekka': Large, white, semi-double flowers with ruffled edges. Upright.

           Midseason.
          'Susan': Flowers are a large single, white, broadly edged with magenta purple. A

           vigorous upright grower with dark green foliage which makes it ideal as a specimen

           plant or tall hedge. Flowers throughout autumn & winter.
           'White Doves': Sparkling white, semi-double blooms. Flowers are perfect for cutting.

            Spreader. Midseason.
          'Yuletide': Single, brilliant, fiery red blooms centered with bright yellow stamens.

            Upright. Late season.

CAMPANULA

portenschlagiana: (muralis) "Dalmation Bellflower". Perennial. Low, leafy, mounding mats. Roundish, heart-shaped, deep green leaves with deeply toothed, slightly wavy edges. Flaring bell-shaped, violet blue flowers to 1" long; 2 or 3 on each semi-erect stem. Blooms May - August. Fine plant for edging or as small scale groundcover. In warm regions best in partial shade. Spreads moderately fast, is sturdy, permanent, & not invasive. Easily increased by division. Height 4-7.

poscharskyana: "Serbian Bellflower". Open, star-shaped, violet blue blossoms. Vigorous, spreading plant. Blooms April - June. Height 12". Zone 4.

CAMPSIS

radicans: (Bignonia radicans). "Common Trumpet Creeper". Most widely used in cold winter areas. Deep freeze will kill it to the ground, but new stems grow quickly. Each leaf has up to 11 leaflets. Flowers are 3" long orange tubes with scarlet lobes flaring to 2" wide. Grows fast to 40' or more, bursting with health & vigor. Semi-evergreen to deciduous. Full sun to partial shade.

CARPINUS

betulus 'Fastigata': "Pyramidal European Hornbeam". An attractive, columnar tree; dense branches when young, spreading into a broad cone shape with age. Clean looking dark green foliage turns yellow-orange in fall. Great for screens & street tree. Deciduous. Full sun. Moderate growing to 35-45' tall, 25-35' wide. Insignificant yellow flowers.

CARYOPTERIS

clandonensis 'First Choice': "First Choice Blue Mist". Deciduous. Dense, dark green leaves nicely set off the deep purplish blue flowers, emerging from dark blue buds. Blooms July - September. Attracts bees & butterflies. Height 30-36". Zone 6.

x clandonensis 'Grand Bleu': "Grand Bleu Blue Mist". Hot out of France, another number selected from 'Heavenly Blue'. It's compact shape & dark blue flower color contrast with the dark, glossy green foliage from August until frost. Height to 3'. Sun to partial shade.

CEANOTHUS

'Concha': "Concha Wild Lilac". Densely clad foliage in dark green, 1" leaves. Dark blue, 1" flower clusters. One of the best for gardens. Tolerates summer water. Hardy to 15°F/-9°C 6-7' tall, 6-8' wide. Zones 6-9,14-24.

'Dark Star': "Dark Star Wild Lilac". Evergreen shrub. Full sun. Height 5-6' tall, 8-10' wide. Tiny, ¼", dark green leaves with dark cobalt blue 1½" flower clusters in spring. Similar to 'Julia Phelps', maybe better. Deerproof.

griseus horizontalis: "Carmel Creeper California Lilac". One of the most popular Ceanothus on the west coast. Excellent as a large scale groundcover or bank planting. Glossy, bright green leaves back light blue 1" flower clusters in spring. Evergreen. Full sun. Moderate growing to 18-30" tall, spreading 5-15'. Zones 9-11.

griseus horizontalis 'Yankee Point': "Yankee Point Carmel Creeper". One of the best groundcover types. Looks refined. Glossy, dark green, 1½" leaves. Medium blue 1" flower clusters. Height 2-3' tall, 8-10' wide. Full sun.

'Julia Phelps': "Julia Phelps Wild Lilac". Small, dark green foliage. Dark indigo blue, 1" flower clusters. 4½-7' tall, 7-9' wide. Full sun. Evergreen shrub.

maritimus 'Valley Violet': "Valley Violet Maritime Ceanothus". California native plant. Best small Ceanothus for the Central Valley garden. Clusters of dark violet flowers blooms in spring. Attracts beneficial insects. Full sun-part shade. 2' tall x 4' wide.

'Ray Hartman': "Wild Lilac". A fast growing, mounding evergreen shrub/small tree growing to 15-20' tall and about as wide. It has large, rounded smooth dark green leaves & medium blue flower spikes in late winter through early spring. Full sun. Tolerates both well drained sandy soils or heavier clay. Drought tolerant. Needs protection from deer as they like the new growth. Great on the coast but also tolerates inland heat. Hardy to 10ºF but will be severely damaged below 5ºF.

thyrsiflorus 'El Dorado': "El Dorado Blue Blossom". A rare gold variegated form of this California native. Dramatic contrast between yellow in foliage & profuse blue flowers in spring, then variegation adds interest the rest of the year. Improved resistance to heat reduces risk of burning inland. Upright form makes high profile specimen against dark walls, as screen or single dramatic specimen. Insists on rapid drainage, not particular about fertility, & is best protected from hot afternoon sun as in its natural canyon habitat. Evergreen. Full sun-partial shade. slow growth to 8' tall & wide. Zones 7-11.

x. pallidus 'Marie Simon': "Marie Simon Wild Lilac". Ceanothus x pallidus is a hybrid group allegedly resulting from the further crossing of Ceanothus x delilianus with Ceanothus ovatus, an eastern species. 'Marie Simon' is one of the most beautiful. A plant with a dainty habit, 'Marie Simon' grows from 2-3' tall & forms broad mounds. The soft pink flowers are produced in dense conical clusters on the new growth in June. Sporadic flowering may continue into September. This is a vigorous plant that makes an impressive display.

CEDRUS

atlantica 'Glauca': "Blue Atlas Cedar". Bold, pyramidal form with sparkling silvery-blue foliage. One of the most popular evergreen conifers. A spectacular specimen for large landscape areas. Full sun. Slow grower to 40-50' tall, 20-25' wide. Larger with age. Zones 6-9.

atlantica 'Glauca Pendula': "Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar". A dramatic, drooping form makes this evergreen plant a special addition to any landscape. Use as a large specimen or accent. Pendant branchlets display icy-blue needles. Full sun. Slow grower with spreading branches 15-20' wide. Zones 6-9.

deodara: "California Christmas Tree". Large, pyramidal form with attractive silvery gray-green foliage. Graceful, arching branches. As name suggests, a wonderful living Christmas tree; give plenty of room in the landscape. Evergreen. Full sun. Moderate grower to 35-45' tall, 25' wide. Larger with age. Zones 7-9.

deodara 'Pendula': "Weeping Deodar Cedar". Attractive silvery gray-green foliage grows flat on ground or will drape attractively over rocks or wall. Evergreen. Full sun. Zones 7-9.

CELTIS

sinensis: "Chinese Hackberry". Leaves to 4" long, smoother & glossier than other Hackberries with scallop-tooth edges. Similar in growth habit to the Common Hackberry, but smaller (to 40' tall & wide). Drought tolerant. Full sun - partial shade. Zone 6.

CERASTIUM

tomentosum: "Snow In Summer". A multitude of small white flowers decorate silvery gray foliage. Blooms May - June. Height 6". Zone 3.

CERATOSTIGMA

plumbaginoides: "Leadwort". Highly dependable, easy to grow, & very decorative. It sports attractive foliage that changes from green to bright red during cool temperatures. Prolific, true blue flowers appear in early July & continue for many weeks. Adds color & beauty to any container, landscape, or fall-themed planting. Sun - shade. Height to 6". Zones 6-11.

CERCIS

canadensis: "Eastern Redbud". Beautiful in the landscape valued for its timing; the rosy pink flowers appear on bare branches bridging the gap between Winter & Spring. Round headed but with horizontally tiered branches in age. Rich green foliage turns a showy yellow in fall. Deciduous. Full sun. Moderate grower to 30' tall, 25-35' wide. Zones 1-24.

canadensis 'Forest Pansy': "Forest Pansy Redbud". Beautiful landscape tree valued for its brilliant scarlet-purple colored new foliage, maturing to maroon. Rosy-pink flowers on bare branches bridge the gap between winter & spring. Deciduous. Full sun. Moderate grower to 20' tall, 25' wide. Zones 5-9.

reniformis 'Oklahoma: "Oklahoma Redbud". Beautiful garden tree valued for its timing; petite purple-red flowers on bare branches bridge the gap between winter & spring. New foliage has soft pink tint, maturing to lustrous rich green. Deciduous. Full sun. Moderate grower to 15' tall & wide. May develop multiple trunks. Zones 6-9.

CESTRUM

'White Chocolate': Fast grower. Great shrub accent in the garden. Climbing / twining wood stems bear white flower clusters from Spring to frost. Winter flowering in coastal climates. Can be used in low water landscapes. Full sun. Height 48-60"; spread 36-48". Zones 9-11.

CHITALPA

tashkentensis 'Pink Dawn': "Pink Dawn Chitalpa". Small deciduous tree tends to be multi-stemmed. Long, narrow, bright green leaves back large clusters of trumpet-shaped pale lavender flowers with pale yellow throats. Full sun. Fast growing to 25' tall & wide. Zones 6-8.

CINNAMOMUM

camphora: "Camphor Tree". When crushed, the rich green, 2½-5" leaves of this stately, boldly branched tree have a camphor fragrance. New growth is colorful pink to bronzy red. Inconspicuous, but fragrant flowers bloom profusely in spring, followed by small blackish fruit. Beautiful in the rain as trunk looks black. Litter & competitive roots can be a problem. Evergreen. Full sun. Slow grower, its upright branches to 40-45' tall, spreading wider. Zones 8-10.

CLEMATIS

armandii 'Snowdrift': "Snowdrift Evergreen Clematis". A vigorous climber with evergreen, dark glossy foliage. Fragrant, pure white, 3" flowers in early to late spring. Sun-partial shade. Length 15-20'. Zones 7-11.

'Ascotiensis': Very large, deep blue flowering clematis. Blooms June & August.

'Barbara Harrington': A sport from 'Comtesse de Bouchard'. Sepals are red purple, more intensely red between the central veins. Sepal reverses are purple with lighter bars. They are somewhat downy. The filaments are white with yellow anthers. This summer bloomer has its main crop on the current year's growth. Prune this back hard at the end of winter to encourage new growth. Full sun. Zones 5-8.

'Bees Jubilee': Large, deep pink with rose bar flowers. Light brown anthers. Free flowering plant. Lower growing, compact shrub. Should face north, east, or west. Blooms May, June, & August.

'Beth Currie': Overlapping plum-purple petals have a crimson central bar & reddish cream anthers. Flowers are 4-5" in size. Blooms May-June & August.

cl. 'Arctic Queen' Evitwo(N): An Evison/Poulsen cultivar raised by Raymond Evison in Guernsey and introduced in 1994.This outstanding double clematis far outperforms any other double clematis currently available, for its amount of flowers. It produces double flowers on both old & new growth.The 4-7" flowers have clear creamy white sepals & yellow anthers. It produces many flowers per stem & has good foliage. Ideal for a small garden or container culture. Suitable for cut flowers. Blooms early summer-late summer & early fall. Zones 4-9. Part of the Regal™ Evison/Poulsen® collection.

cl. 'Bonanza'™ Evipo031(N): An Evison/Poulson cultivar& introduced at Chelsea in 2006. Very free flowering mauve/blue flowers with pale yellow anthers. Blooms mid-summer to early autumn. Zones 4-9. Part of the Festoon™ Evison™/Poulson® Collection

cl. 'Clair de Lune' Evirin (N): An Evison/Poulsen cultivar introduced in 1997 to celebrate the Centenary Year of EMI, the record label company & the song title Blue Moon, one of their best selling song titles. Raised by Raymond Evison in his Guernsey Nursery & launched at the 1997 Chelsea Flower Show. A compact free flowering plant, suitable for any position in the garden, the flowers retain their color best in a shady situation. An ideal plant for container culture, for the patio or small garden. The flowers measure 6-7" across & have a base color of white, which is suffused with pale lilac becoming darker at the edges of the sepals. The sepals have most attractive wavy edges, a stunning feature of the flower. The slightly smaller summer flowers are generally darker in color. The pretty sepal color is shown to great effect by the contrasting dark red anthers. A very good cut flower clematis. Blooms late spring-early summer, & late summer-early autumn. Zone 4-9. Part of the Gardini™ Evison™/Poulson® Collection.

cl. 'Franziska Maria'™ Evipo008 (N): An Evison/Poulsen cultivar introduced at the Chelsea 2005 Flower Show, this clematis is named after Raymond Evison's youngest daughter: Franziska. Very free flowering, compact double clematis. Repeat flowering. An exceptional free & long-flowering compact cultivar, double clematis far outperforms any other double clematis currently available. It produces the most beautifully shaped double flowers ever, on both old & new growth. It has many flowers per stem & has good foliage. The blue-purple flowers are full & perfectly formed & follow a repeat flowering pattern lasting throughout the summer to early autumn. The 4-6" flowers have mid-blue sepals & yellow anthers. It is ideal for container growing or for the smaller garden, but it also looks outstanding with variegated wall trained shrubs. Suitable for cut flowers. Zones 4-9. Part of the Regal™ Evison/Poulsen® collection.

cl. 'Harlow Carr'™ Evipo004 (N): An Evison/Poulson cultivar introduced at Chelsea in 2004 as part of the Bicentenary Plant Collection. This plant is outstanding in its ability to produce flowers over a long period of time. It generally has four deep purple blue sepals, which are slightly twisted, there are gaps between the sepals which give it added charm. The flowers are about 3" wide & have a dark blackish brown center; it is very hairy like that of C. durandii making it a very different clematis from other established cultivars. It is brilliant with free standing, wall trained or climbing roses, marvelous with any other wall trained shrubs & a must for growing with gray foliaged flat spreading conifers. It is non-clinging but does grow well up into, or over other plants. Some training & tying in will be required in windy exposed conditions. Blooms in early summer. Zones 4-9. Part of the Victorian™ Evison/Poulsen® collection.

cl. 'Hyde Hall'™ Evipo009 (N): An Evison/Poulson cultivar introduced at Chelsea in 2004 as part of the Bicentenary Plant Collection. Large, early flowering cultivar. Creamy white flowers, with a hint of green & pinkish brown anthers. This compact, free-flowering plant is ideal for growing in a container for the patio or small town garden. Its flowers are off white with sometimes green or pink tinges to the sepals & they are 5-7" in diameter & are borne on the previous season's stems from May to June. The stamens are light chocolate brown, giving a good contrast to the sepals. It cannot be considered a good repeat flowering plant, this is offset by the sheer volume of early summer flowers. As well as being grown in a container, it is rather good with other wall trained shrubs or climbers for the smaller garden. Zone 4-9. Part of the Gardini™ Evison™/ Poulson® Collection.

cl. 'Rosemoor'™ Evipo002 (N): An Evison/Poulson cultivar introduced at Chelsea in 2004 as part of the Bicentenary Plant Collection. This rose colored large flowered clematis has a distinct reddish-purple color with yellow stamens, which contrast spectacularly with the color of the sepals. Its flowers are 5-6" in diameter & are borne both from the previous season's stems & on the current season's growth, giving it a flowering period from May to September. Very good repeat flowering. Deep red with yellow anthers. It too can be grown with roses & other wall trained shrubs. It looks marvelous with ceanothus especially the pale blues, but other gray foliage shrubs with blue flowers make a marvelous foil for this cultivar. The volume of flowers it produces over such a long period of time is rather staggering. Zones 4-9. Part of the Gardini™ Evison™/ Poulson® Collection.

cl. 'Wisley'™ Evipo001 (N): An Evison/Poulson cultivar introduced at Chelsea in 2004 as part of the Bicentenary Plant Collection. A modern day Jackmanii type with some viticella blood in its veins, received the Wisley name because of Wisley's proximity to Woking where Clematis Jackmanii was raised way back in 1858. It has bluish flowers of the typical Jackmanii look, but with the vigor & free flowering habit of a viticella cultivar. Semi-nodding violet-blue flowers. The four, sometimes five or six, sepals have crinkled edges & are about 4-5" in diameter. It is the long, very free flowering habit of this clematis that makes it stand out from other clematis, flowering almost from June to September. Yellow anthers. It is an ideal plant to grow with wall trained, free standing or climbing roses, it is outstanding for growing with yellow flowered plants or plants with variegated foliage. Zone 4-9. Part of the Victorian™ Evison/Poulsen® collection.

'Comtesse de Bouchard': Velvet rose-pink, large flowers with yellow anthers. Very profuse bloomer. Best selling pink Clematis. Full sun-partial shade. Moderate growing to 6-10' long.

'Duchess of Edinburgh': Rosette shaped, double white flowers with yellow anthers. Blooms May, June, & September.

'Elsa Spath': Large, mid-blue flowers with red anthers. Strong free flowering plant. Blooms May - September.

'Gillian Blades': Large, pure white flowers with ruffled edges & gold anthers. Blooms May, June, & September.

'Hagley Hybrid': 4", rosy-mauve to shell pink flowers with red anthers. Blooms early summer to lat summer. Plant in a shady location as flowers will quickly fade in full sun. Zones 3-9.

'Jackmanii': The most profuse blooming dark purple Clematis. June, July, & September blooming. Deciduous. Full sun-partial shade. Fast growing to 18' long. Zones 4-9.

'Josephine'™: 'Evijohil'. Flowers have 6-8 base petals which are almost bronze, tinged with green & a darker bar. Inner petals are lilac with pink bar. As the flower ages, the base petals fall away giving a pompom effect. Best if planted in sun. Blooms June through August.

'Lady Northcliffe': The 5" blooms begin rich blue fading to lavender blue with a darker bar. The contrasting anthers are pale green with cream colored filaments. A lovely, underused flower. Early flowering in the spring on the previous year's growth. If you hard prune, you eliminate most or all of the early blooms. Instead, groom this after flowering by cutting back the top 1/3 to 1/2 of some stems. This encourages growth for possible summer bloom. Full sun. Zones 4-9.

'Lincoln Star': Raspberry-red with light edge petals. Very large pointed flowers with dark red anthers. Blooms May, June, & September.

'Miss Bateman': Star-shaped, pure white flowers with dark showy stamens. Very free flowering plant.

'Mrs. Cholmondeley': Very large, true blue prolific blooming clematis. Blooms May, June, & September.

'Nelly Moser': Produces an amazing display of flowers; pink petals with a dark pink bar in center & reddish- brown stamens. Woody vine with leathery textured, dark green foliage. Deciduous. Full sun-partial shade. Fast growing vine to 15' long. Zones 4-9.

'Niobe': 6", deep red flowers with yellow anthers. Blooms late spring to early autumn. Flowers become very dark in hot climates. Suitable as a cut flower. Zones 4-9.

'Pink Champagne': 5", deep rosy-pink, very free flowering, compact plant. Also known as 'Kakio', from Japan. Blooms May, June, August, & September. It is a real eye catcher.

'Pink Fantasy': Beautiful, 4-5" pale pink flower with darker pink bar and very attractive anthers. Blooms late June - September. A good repeat bloomer!

'Rhapsody': Very pretty free-flowering clematis with stunning sapphire blue petals which deepen in color with age. Creamy yellow anthers. Blooms July-September.

'Rouge Cardinal': 4", velvety crimson flowers with brown anthers, fade as the flower ages. Blooms mid-summer to early afternoon. Zone 3-9.

'The President': Large, rich purple flowers. A good, reliable, free flowering plant. Suitable as a cut flower. Attractive seed heads. Blooms May - September. Deciduous. Full sun. Moderate grower to 6-10' long. Zones 4-9.

'Warsaw Nike': A rich, velvet purple variety which produces 5" wide open flowers in late May through September. Grows to a height of approximately 8-10'.

'Will Goodwin': True blue flowers with large overlapping sepals & gold stamens.

CLIVIA

miniata hybrid: "Kaffir Lily". Showy perennial displays large, deep green, strap-like leaves & intense orange flower heads on tall stems. An absolutely gorgeous accent, border plant, or container specimen. Evergreen. Prefers dry partial to full shade. Moderate growing to 1½ - 2½' tall & wide. Zones 9-11.

CLYTOSTOMA

callistegioides: "Lavender Trumpet Vine". Evergreen vine with rapid-growing woody branches. Glossy dark green leaves are a lovely contrast to the light lavender, trumpet-like flowers, over a long blooming period. Grows in full sun-partial shade. Fast grower to 15-25' long. Zones 9-11.

COLEONEMA

pulchrum: "Pink Breath of Heaven". Light, wispy shrub displays attractive, tiny pink blooms over long season. Heath-like leaves are very fragrant when crushed; use along walkways or paths where branches can be reached. Evergreen. Full sun-partial shade. Moderate grower to 3-6' tall & wide. Zones 8-11.

pulchrum 'Sunset Gold': "Sunset Gold Pink Breath of Heaven". Evergreen shrub. Pink flowers. Bright yellow new growth, usually hiding the bright green older leaves & stems. Grows 1½' tall & 4' wide. Good on banks or hillsides, along paths where you can break off & bruise a twig to enjoy the foliage's fragrance. Frequently used next to buildings, though a little wispy for such use.

COLEUS

hybrids: These new, bigger, sun & heat loving varieties have revolutionized container gardens. Their brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. Excellent mid-height fillers in pots. Coleus do best in temperatures above 45ºF & need protection from the cold.

          'Big Red Judy': A large, bold plant with rich red leaves & an upright habit. With a

            height & width of 3-4' & a preference for either sun or shade. It's an excellent choice

            for just about anywhere.

          'Coco-Loco™': Interestingly shaped leaves splotched & splashed with near black, burgundy,

            purple & green. Adaptable as a houseplant. Attracts birds & hummingbirds. Deer resistant.

            Heat tolerant. Sun or shade. Upright habit. Height to 24-30" tall; spread 24-36".
          'Colorblaze™ Kingswood Torch': The flaming magenta foliage is overlaid with orange & burgundy &

            makes for a truly hot combination on this strong grower. Height to 12-18".

          'Colorblaze™ LifeLime': Chartreuse foliage. Sun tolerant. Compact habit. 10-14" tall.

          'Henna': Very uniform with serrated foliage in a unique chartreuse to copper color complimented by dark burgundy

           undersides. Mounded, upright habit. Height 18-24". Sun or shade exposure. Hardy to 32ºF.

          'Lemon Sensation": Crimson edging accentuates the chartreuse leaves of this beautiful Coleus. The extremely lobed

           margins & rose colored stems add a delicate look to a tough plant. Height 16-24".

          'Lemon Twist': Crimson edging accentuates the chartreuse leaves of this beautiful Coleus. The extremely lobed  

           margins & rose colored stems add a delicate look to a tough plant. Height 16-24".

          'Pineapple Splash': Easy to grow. 'Pineapple Splash' boasts a striking contrast with

            lucious yellow leaves featuring dashes of crimson veination. Enjoys all light

            conditions & grows 2-3' tall.

           'Rustic Orange':It's easier to find a word that rhymes with orange than it is a Coleus with better colors. A fantastic

            blend of every possible shade of reddish yellow, use 'Rustic Orange' to heat up combos or for filling gaps in summer

            borders. Height 12-16". Sun-shade. Zones 10-11.
           'Velvet Lime': A velvety sheen on burgundy leaves with olive green margins makes

            'Velvet Lime' an imaginative additions to containers. A new Athens Select variety.

             Very heat tolerant. Height 12-24

'Stained Glassworks' Series: Full sun. Great for mixed containers.
          'Copper': Smoky rose red foliage. Compact, mounding habit.
          'Daffy: Richly fingered rosy purple foliage over a rich olive green.
          'Defiance': Burgundy foliage with wide, greenish yellow smooth edges.
          'Kiwi Fern': Raspberry with yellow-edged, finger-like leaves.
          'Molten Lava': Dark brick center with bright crimson jagged edge.
          'Oompah': Toothy edges are a shimmering green framing bright purple & red center. Upright mounded.

          'Rose Explosion': Hot pink foliage with spotty maroon edging.
          'Tilt A Whirl': Red foliage with golden yellow tracing on a ruffled, toothed edge.

            Yellow centers.
          'Witch Doctor': Bright lime green leaves, lined with purple. Very cutleaf form.

COLOCASIA

esculenta 'Illustris': "Imperial Taro,Black Caladium, Elephant Ear". This almost black, big-leafed Elephant Ear with dramatic green veination. Needs constant moisture to look its best. A real conversation starter. Height 12-48". Sun - partial shade. Zones 8-11.

CONVOLVULUS

cneorum: "Bush Morning Glory". Evergreen shrub. Best in zones 7-9, 12-24; marginal in zones 5 &6. Native to southern Europe. Rapid growing to 2-4' tall & as wide. Silky-smooth, silvery gray, lance-shaped leaves 1-2½" long. Pink tinted morning glories with yellow throats open from pink buds, May - September. Give light soil & fast drainage. Prune severely to renew plant; can get leggy if left alone.

COPROSMA

'Evening Glow': "Evening Glow Mirror Plant". Incredibly colorful foliage shrub for tropical gardens. Glossy green leaves feature golden variegation in spring & summer, turning rusty orange-red in winter. Fabulous accent for foundation, border, or containers. Performs best in well drained soils & avoid heavy pruning during the hot summer months. Full sun-partial shade. Moderate growth to 5' tall & wide. Zones 9-11.

prostrata 'Kiwi Gold': "Kiwi Gold Mirror Plant". A popular groundcover and bonsai plant, with narrow butter-yellow branchlets that bear a plethora of small, shiny green leaves splashed & splattered with gold. 'Kiwi Gold' has a prostrate, compact habit. Growing to 1'x4' when mature. Full sun - partial shade. Use as a groundcover, bonsai, borders, containers, hanging baskets, or as a houseplant. Zones 8-11.

'Rainbow Surprise': "Rainbow Surprise Mirror Plant". Year round foliage display on a tidy evergreen plant. Summer leaves are emerald green variegated with cream accented in pink. Fall brightens to magenta & bold red with olive in the winter. Shiny thick leaves are wind resistant for lower hedges, beds, & borders. Best pruned in cool season. Prefers well drained soils. Evergreen. Full sun, shaded in afternoon. Moderate growth to 5' tall & about as wide.

repens 'Golden Glow' PPAF: "Golden Glow Mirror Plant". New, colorful glossy green-leaved plant with golden variegation in spring & summer. Colors turn rusty red in cool temperatures. Fabulous accent plant or showy hedge. Growing to 5'x5' when mature. For best color, feed regularly with an all-purpose fertilizer. Full sun - partial shade. Use in beds, containers, hedging landscapes, bonsai, or as a houseplant. Zones 8-11.

repens 'Taupata Gold': "Taupata Gold Mirror Plant". An upright habit & variegated evergreen shrub with soft gold foliage & bright green centers. 'Taupata Gold' shines as a hedge or accent plant in mixed containers. Growing to 5'x2½' when mature. Tolerates coastal winds & salt spray. Use as hedging, beds, borders, houseplant, bonsai, or containers. Full sun - partial shade. Zones 8-11.

repens 'Tequila Sunrise' PP#18392: "Tequila Sunrise Mirror Plant". A superior, easy-to-grow new variety with an upright divergent habit. Stunning foliage changes from lime green & yellow in the spring to sunset orange & burgundy as the weather cools. Grows to 3½'x3½' when mature. Use in gardens, landscapes, beds, containers, hedging, or bonsai. Full sun - partial shade. Zones 8-11.

CORDYLINE

australis 'Cardinal': This exciting, new cultivar of Cordyline features glossy, bright red foliage with lightly colored, central ribs & a soft growth habit. The cardinal red leaves & rich pink mid-rib combination offers consumers a unique & colorful plant for architectural plantings or combination containers. Upright growth habit. Full sun. Hardy to 20ºF.

australis 'Dark Star': This is a focal plant with an upright habit to 25' tall. It is a palm-like, sub-tropical tree that grows erect until with some age it will fork to produce more heads. The very dark reddish bronze swordlike strap leaves give this cultivar its name. It can reach 20-25' tall & spreads about 12'. It is not noted for the flowers, but creamy white panicles will form on older trees, & later will produce berries. As with other Cordyline, this plant flourishes in full sun to light shade & prefers good drainage. Fairly drought tolerant, but grows more lush with regular irrigation. It is hardy to zones 9-10, 0°F. Fragrant white flowers bloom on clusters on the mature plant in late spring. This plant appears to be a mutation of 'Red Star'.It is like 'Red Start' but distinctly darker.

australis 'Red Sensation': New Zealand. Deep red-burgundy, sword-like leaves make this an outstanding choice as a focal point in the landscape or in large container plantings with bright colored perennials & silver foliage. Fragrant, white flowers top the stems in early summer. Moderate growing to 8-10' tall, 5' wide. Water regularly, when top 3" of soil is dry. Full sun-partial shade. Hardy to 20-30° F.

australis 'Red Star': Bright burgundy-red, sword-like leaves make this an outstanding choice as a focal point in the landscape or in large container plantings with bright flowered perennials & silver foliage plants. Fragrant, white flowers top the stems in early summer. Moderate growing to 8-10' tall, 5' wide. Once established needs only occasional water. Evergreen. Full sun-partial shade. Hardy to 20-30°F. Zone 8.

australis 'Sundance': Sparsely branched palm-like tree. Green leaves with a red mid-rib which becomes pinkish-cream with age. Evergreen. Sun. Min. Temp. 10°F. Zone 8.

'Electric Pink': An outrageously bright pink colored plant with an upright habit of many narrow dark maroon leaves that are edged with bright pink - truly electric! It's growth habit appears similar in appearance to other brightly colored Cordyline australis cultivars, though it seems to be more clump forming. Light shade - full sun, but color is enhanced in full sun. White, fragrant flowers in spring. Height 2-4', width 2-4'.

'Purple Sensation': This exciting, new cultivar of Cordyline features purple foliage with distinct red mid-ribs. It exhibits a multi-branching, upright habit as a young plant. Full sun. Height 3-18'. Hardy to 20ºF.

COREOPSIS

grandiflora 'Early Sunrise': Yellow, semi-double flowers. Spreads to form a large clump. Height to 18". Blooms June - September. Full sun. Zone 5.

grandiflora 'Flying Saucers': USPP #10299. A noteworthy introduction by David Tristram, breeder of Scabiosa 'Butterfly Blue' & Spiraea 'Magic Carpet'. Large, glowing golden flowers appear in June & just keep blooming right through summer & well into fall. Perfect for front of border or for patio pots, & also a sturdy cut flower. Full sun. Height 15". Zone 5.

'Jethro Tull': USPPP. Forms compact, bright green clumps with many flowering stems. Spreads rapidly. Golden yellow blooms with unique fluted petals. Blooms June-August. Height 12-15". Zone 5.

'Sienna Sunset' USPPP: "Sienna Sunset Tickseed". A sport of Coreopsis 'Creme Brulee', this large, burnt sienna daisy lightens to orange as it matures. A thread-leaf type, it has finely textured foliage & blooms all summer. Attracts butterflies but resists deer. 'Sienna Sunset' puts an interesting flower color in the front or middle of a perennial border or in mixed containers. It's outstanding planted in masses & makes a pretty cut flower. Full sun. Remove spent flowers to encourage continous bloom. Height 16-20"; spread to 24". Blooms April -September. USDA Zone 5.

verticillata 'Moonbeam': "Moonbeam Theadleaf Tickseed". A thread-leaf type with finely textured, airy foliage. A profusion of creamy yellow flowers from spring-summer. Full sun. Moderate grower to 1-1½' tall, 2' wide. 1992 Perennial of the Year. Zones 3-9.

COTINUS

coggygria 'Royal Purple': "Royal Purple Smoke Tree". Dramatic, long-lasting, pinkish-purple, smoke-like airy seed clusters backed by reddish-purple foliage creates a prized small tree or large accent shrub. Foliage holds color all summer, turning scarlet in fall. Deciduous. Full sun. Moderate grower to 15' tall, 10-12' wide. Zones 4-8.

COTONEASTER

dammeri 'Coral Beauty': Outstanding groundcover, its dense prostrate branches hold twiggy branchlets covered with rich green foliage. Purple tinge to fall foliage enhances profusion of coral-red berries. Evergreen. Full sun. Fast growing to 2' high to 6' wide. Zones 5-8.

dammeri 'Lowfast': This is an evergreen groundcover that grows only to 1' tall & spreads to about 12' wide by trailing stems, which root when they touch the ground. White flowers in the spring are followed by bright red berries. Grows in full sun or part shade. Drought tolerant. Zone 5.

CROCOSMIA

'Severn Sunrise': Crocosmia isdistinguised by tall, sword-shaped leaves & arching stems of colorful flowers.The blooms attract hummingbirds & are excellent for cutting. Good for the back of a border or against a wall where its strong texture & vibrant blossoms can stand out, it thrives in full sun pr partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. Tightly clustered blossoms in sunrise shades of yellow & orange-red with a yellow throat in August-September. This early bloomer has upward-facing blooms on a robustly growing plant. Height 30-36"; spread 18". USDA Zone 7.

CRYPTOMERIA

japonica: "Japanese Cryptomeria". Evergreen. Graceful conifer, fast growing (3-4' per year) in youth. Eventually skyline tree to 100' tall, 30' wide at base. Straight columnar trunk; thin red-brown bark peels off in strips. Foliage soft bright green to bluish green in growing season, brownish purple in cold weather. Slightly pendulous branches are clothed in ½" long, needle-like leaves. Roundish, red-brown cones ¾-1" wide. These trees are sometimes used in closely planted groves for a Japanese garden effect. Resistant to oak root fungus. Full sun. Zones 4-9, 14-24.

CUPHEA

hyssopifolia: "False Heather". Compact shrublet with flexible, leafy branchlets. Leaves evergreen, ½ - ¾" long, very narrow. Tiny summer flowers in pink, purple, or white are scarcely half as long as leaves. White form the most useful. Takes ordinary soil; sun-partial shade; lots of moisture. Height 1-2'.

          'Lavender': Lavender pink flowers.

          'White': White flowers.

rosea 'Lavender Lace': A fast growing, full flowering beauty. A thousand miniature purple flowers against lacy glossy-green foliage forms a dense, colorful contrast. Blooms year round, but most heavily in the warmer days of spring & summer. Heat tolerant.

CUPRESSOCYPARIS

leylandii 'Emerald Isle': Similar to Cupressocyparis leylandii, but has bright green foliage on a plant 20-25' tall, 6-8' wide. Grows very fast. Most often planted as quick screening. Long, slender, upright branches with flattened foliage sprays give youthful trees a narrow, pyramidal form, though they can become open & floppy. Produces small cones composed of scales. Will accept a wide variety of soils & climate conditions; takes strong wind.

CUPRESSUS

sempervirens 'Glauca': "Blue Italian Cypress". Outstanding classic Mediterranean cypress with attractive blue-green foliage. An ideal conifer to dominate a landscape with its densely branched, narrow columnar form. Evergreen. Full sun. Fast grower to 60-80' tall, 2-3' wide; can be larger. Zones 7-10.

sempervirens 'Monshel' P.P. #12933: "Tiny Tower™ Italian Cypress". The perfect compact Italian cypress that retains its small size indefinitely. Exceptionally dense, blue-green foliage on a rigid, columnar form is a valuable architectural accent both in the summer & under winter snow. Perfect in containers & for small, high profile city gardens. Requires no shearing but, adapts well to topiary applications. Full sun. Very slow growth to just 8' tall & 2' wide in first decade, then 25-30' tall & to 3' wide at maturity. Evergreen. Zones 7-10.

DASYLIRION

wheeleri: "Silver Desert Spoon". Twisted & curled blue green leaves add texture to your garden. Edges of the ribbon like leaves are lined with fine thorns that meet at the base of the trunk to form small spoons. An exciting specimen for large containers or accent to a water wise garden. Evergreen. Full sun. Slow growing. Cream-colored flowers emerge in summer on tall spikes. Drought tolerant. Attracts beneficial insects.

DELPHINIUM

elatum 'Dasante Blue': "Dasante Blue Larkspur". Compact perennial. 'Dasante Blue' shows off vibrant blue flowers with light purple accents & white bees in spring. Upright habit to 28-34". Full sun. Hardy to -30ºF.

DIANTHUS

'Wicked Witch': "Wicked Witch Cottage Pinks". Clove scented, deep cherry red flowers rise above dense, grayish green foliage. Blooms April - June. Full sun. Use as a border front, rock garden, or as a cut flower. Height 6-8" tall. Zone 3.

hybrid 'Cranberry Ice': "Cranberry Ice Cottage Pinks". Part of the Whetman Dessert Series. These Dianthus have compact mounding foliage, typically 10-14" in height & spread at peak bloom time. Foliage is fine & generally glaucous. Flowers held 6" above the foliage. Day neutral & perpetual flowering, these have the best display in early spring. Repeat bloom if cut back throughout the season. In late spring through early summer, masses of cranberry red & bright pink flowers cover the dense mound of blue-green foliage. The flower petals have serrated edges which match the bold pink spots on the center of each petal. Full sun-partial shade. Deer resistant. Attracts butterflies. Zones 5-9.

hybrid 'Raspberry Swirl': "Raspberry Swirl Cottage Pinks". Part of the Whetman Dessert Series. These Dianthus have compact mounding foliage, typically 10-14" in height & spread at peak bloom time. Foliage is fine & generally glaucous. Flowers held 6" above the foliage. Day neutral & perpetual flowering, these have the best display in early spring. Repeat bloom if cut back throughout the season. In late spring through early summer, masses of light pink petals eclipsed by a bold red border & pierced by a striking white center cover the dense mound of blue-green foliage. A vigorous grower & prolific bloomer. Full sun-partial shade. Deer resistant. Attracts butterflies. Zones 5-9.

hybrid 'Strawberry Sorbet': "Strawberry Sorbet Cottage Pinks". Part of the Whetman Dessert Series. These Dianthus have compact mounding foliage, typically 10-14" in height & spread at peak bloom time. Foliage is fine & generally glaucous. Flowers held 6" above the foliage. Day neutral & perpetual flowering, these have the best display in early spring. Repeat bloom if cut back throughout the season. In late spring through early summer, masses of intricately patterned deep velvety red flowers with bright pink splotched petals & a matching picotee edge. Cover the dense mound of blue-green foliage. Fragrant. Full sun-partial shade. Deer resistant. Attracts butterflies. Zones 5-9.

x 'Firewitch': "Firewitch Cottage Pinks". Spreading, low growing form with deep blue-green foliage & magenta blooms. Exceptional long period of bloom makes it a best seller. Height to 6". Full sun. Zones 4-8, H8-1.

x 'Star' Series: "Cottage Pinks". An exciting new series of Dianthus with compact, mounding foliage & long blooming period. Height 5-7". Blooms May - September. Zone 5.
          'Eastern Star': Striking flowers are deep pink with maroon centers & white stamens.

           Mat forming foliage is compact & silvery gray. Blooms from late spring into fall. Height

           2". Zones 3-8.
          'Fire Star': Vivid fire red blossoms with darker crimson around the eye. Grayish green

            leaves. Lovely fragrance of cloves.
          'Neon Star': Bright neon magenta flowers & compact, silvery blue foliage.
          'Pixie Star': Fragrant, semi-double pink flowers have a light pink blotch. Beautiful

           silvery gray foliage.
          'Shooting Star': Overlapping petals of magenta with a plum colored ring around the

           center. Smells of cloves. Bluish green leaves. This is the most compact variety, making

           it a great rockery plant.

DIASCIA

x. hybrida 'Sun Chimes': "Twinspur". 'Sun Chimes' offer the largest flowers available in Diascia & a full range of color. They are also early to flower & continue their show of color from spring to fall. Flowers have two prominent spurs on the back; these bear oils attractive to pollinating bees. Blooms are carried in spike-like clusters at stem ends from spring through early summer, often into fall.
          'Burgundy': Burgundy red.

          'Coral': Coral pink.
          'Peach Improved': Dark peach.
          'Red': Scarlet red.
          'Rose': Dark rose pink.

DICENTRA

spectabilis: "Bleeding Heart". Perennial. Sun - partial shade. Pink outer petals with white inner petals. Arching stems have dainty, heart-shaped flowers May - June. Clump forming. Summer dormancy. Height to 24".

DIETES

bicolor: "Fortnight Lily, African Iris". Iris-like plants with fans of stiff, narrow evergreen leaves; form dense, long-lasting clumps. Flowers resembling small Japanese irises consist of three outer & three inner segments. Stems are 2-3' tall. Flowers about 2" wide & circular in outline, light yellow with dark brown to maroon blotches. Each flower lasts only one day, but supply of flowers on a stem is seemingly endless. Flower stems last only one year. Excellent in permanent landscape plantings with pebbles & rocks, shrubs, & other long-lived perennials. Full sun-partial shade.

bicolor 'Premium Yellow': "Fortnight Lily, African Iris". Iris-like plants with fans of stiff, narrow evergreen leaves; form dense, long-lasting clumps. Flowers resembling small Japanese irises consist of three outer & three inner segments. Stems are 2-3' tall. Lemon yellow flowers have a brown blotch & are about 2" wide & circular in outline. Each flower lasts only one day, but supply of flowers on a stem is seemingly endless. Flower stems last only one year. Excellent in permanent landscape plantings with pebbles & rocks, shrubs, & other long-lived perennials. Full sun-partial shade.

vegeta: (Dietes iridioides, Moraea iridioides). "Fortnight Lily, African Iris". Stems to 3' tall. Waxy, white flowers to 3" across have yellow-orange blotches, a few orange marks bases of inner three segments; three style arms - appendages radiating from flower's center - are usually pale violet. To prevent self-sowing & prolong bloom, break off blossoms individually. Don't cut flower stems (they last for more than a year) until they clearly have stopped producing blooms; then cut back to lower leaf joint near base of stem.

DIGITALIS

purpurea 'Camelot' Series: "Foxglove". Extremely eye-catching and unique, Digitalis' main feature is the tall flower stems that stand upright over the downy, oblong foliage. Colorful, scented, bell-shaped blooms cover the stems on all sides. Performs best in very moist soil and partially shaded areas. Garden height is 3½ - 4'. Zones 4-8.

          'Lavender': Lavender flowers with white rimmed dark throat speckling.

          'Rose': Rose pink flowers with white rimmed dark throat speckling.

          'White: White flowers with dark throat speckling.

DISTICTUS

buccinatoria: "Scarlet Trumpet Vine". Amazing warm season color display for fences, high walls, or arbors. Produces blood-red trumpet-shaped flowers with a yellow throat. Climbs by tendrils. Evergreen. Full sun. Vigorous grower to 40-50' long. Zones 9-11.

buccinatoria 'Rivers': "Royal Trumpet Vine". Hybrid with light rosy lavender flowers, throats aging to pink. Handsome dark green foliage on stems 15-20' long. Leaves are slightly more rounded, lighter green, & glossier. More tender than D. buccinatoria. Sunny location. Evergreen.

DODONEA

viscosa 'Purpurea': "Purple Hopseed Bush". Great color show, bronzy-green foliage turns purple-red in fall; pinkish fruit brightens summer. Dense branches can be trimmed as a hedge or espalier; unpruned it makes a superb evergreen screen. It can also be trained as a standard tree. Full sun. Fast grower to 12' tall, 6-8' wide. Zones 8-11.

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