Search Results

Rope Grass is so called because of its tough evergreen blades that have been used for basketry and ropes. This robust and stately fountain of grass native to the Mediterranean has impressive flower heads. Plant in a well-draining, sheltered and sunny location where you can also enjoy the purple-infused tan inflorescences...

Single white blooms on arching stems rise up in late summer over exquisitely variegated light and dark green triangular leaves. Very well suited to areas with dry summers as it goes dormant and then delightfully surprises you as the summer garden is starting to look a little tired. Also known as...

A particularly low and dense selection of Oregon sunshine or wooly sunflower. Maintains the signature silvery-grey leaves, golden-yellow daisy-like flowers, and LONG summer bloom time. Politely naturalizing. Mature size: 6-8 in T x 24 in W. Minimum temperature: -15° F

In summer, small clusters of scarlet-red, star-shaped flowers on long, sometimes reclining stems. 5 inch-long, lance-shaped leaves at base. Minimum temperature: -20° F

Papery-looking, popsicle-orange double flowers brighten the garden for weeks on end on 18-inch stems. Self-sows lightly to create some unexpected winning combinations. Mature size: 12-18 in T & 12 in W Minimum temperature: -10° F

Commonly called ‘striped squill’ this bulb presents racemes of fragrant frosty white blooms for up to 6 weeks in spring. Each of its six rounded star-shaped petals sports a central blue vein pointing towards a small yellow center. Happy in full sun to part shade and fertile, well-drained, soil. Moist in spring with...

This distinctive Euphorbia has striking variegation of cream & blue-green with a blush of hot pink in the cooler months. The blooms will echo this color palette with the addition of just enough lime-green. Euphorbias are a very tough plant, excellent both for containers or in the garden. Euphorbia 'Ascot Rainbow' tolerates...

It's the perfect small Astilbe for a container on a shaded porch or placed at the front of the shade border. 'Perkeo' grows in a small mound between 8" and 10" tall with finely dissected deep green foliage and new growth emerging with a reddish-bronze cast. Pink plumes bloom June – August. AGM winner!...

For a bit of fleeting beauty, 'Silva' has a subtle but so effective silver strip down the mid-rib of the leaf in youth. Hooded and tongued, mauve and purple flower clusters bloom in spring on substantial and sturdy 16-inch clumps. Minimum temperature: -10° F

This shrub commonly reaches 6-10 feet tall but can reach 16 feet tall in ideal conditions. Bright green, 5-inch long leaves have hairy edges and undersides. 1 inch long, tubular yellow flowers bloom in pairs (hence the common name) in late spring to early summer, sometimes much earlier in temperate locations....

A miniature, upright cedar with stubby branches bearing very short, dark green needles. It looks naturally like a bonsai; perfect for a small garden or container, 'Kenwith' grows slow and stays small. Evergreen miniature tree; 24-36 inches after 10 years. Minimum temperature: -10° F

South African native found in the deep sands of the Western coast and Cape Flats. Tolerates alkaline or neutral soils. Restios are clump forming architectural plants that are interesting container specimens, this one is a giant-tufting and unbranched species. Size: 6.5 ft Tall x 3-13 ft WideMinimum temperature: 20° F Photo attribution: Dinkum,...

This easy-to-grow Asian aroid is a tuberous herbaceous perennial native to forests and sheltered meadows. Tripartita refers to the three-part leaves, similar to their horticultural cousins, Jack-in-the-pulpit foliage. The unusual flowers resemble a pale green calla lily with an up to ten inch long whip-like spadix, which persists May - July. Pollinated female...

Pure white starburst flowers in late spring on upright stems. Wet to boggy soil is best but it also does fine in a border with regular water. Rarely offered bulb. Mature size: 1 ft T Minimum temperature: 0° F

Bolder purple daisy-like flowers with yellow centers bloom spring through summer. Bright blooms appear to float above the foliage in low morning or evening light. It's happy at the coast and tolerates valley clay! Prefers part shade if grown inland. Mature size: 2 ft T x W Minimum temperature: -20° F

Pretty pink flowers cover dark green to purple-green mounding, evergreen foliage in spring through fall. It's undemanding and would be good as a container plant, or a weed-suppressing ground cover. Keep in mind it's more inclined toward alkaline rather than acid soil, coming from the Mediterranean. Evergreen perennial groundcover; mature size: 6 in...