All Plants
ASTILBE x arendsii 'White Gloria' False Spiraea, Meadow Sweet Perennial: Deciduous. Deer resistant. Fern-like leaves carry clusters of tiny flowers in spring-summer. Good cut flower, border and woodland plant. Waterside is okay-tolerates bog. Attracts butterflies. Bloom color: creamy white. Size: 2' x 3'. Exposure: light sun to shade. Water: moist. USDA Z6. |
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ATHYRIUM nipponicum 'Pictum' (A. goeringianum 'Pictum') Japanese Painted Fern Fern: Deciduous perennial. Native of Japan. Pink to burgundy stems carry soft gray-green leaves. The fronds grow to 1.5' long and plant makes a tight, slow spreading clump 1-2' high and 1.5' wide. Exposure: part shade/shade. Water: moist. USDA Z4. |
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BALLOTA 'All Hallow's Green' (Marrubium) Evergreen subshrub: Drought tolerant and deer resistant. Nice evergreen border plant primarily grown for its apple green foliage. Shear back to keep plant tidy. Height: 12-18 inches. Width: 12-18 inches. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate/dry. USDA Z8. |
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BAMBUSA multiplex Clumping Bamboo A very beautiful semi-tropical bamboo perfect for hot areas. Gorgeous 1" diameter canes and lush foliage. New culms emerge a sunny bright yellow and are decorated with random green and pink-striping. Wonderful interior plant. Height: 20'. Exposure: sun. |
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BAPTISIA 'Lunar Eclipse' (Prairieblue Series) False or Wild Indigo Per. Herb: Tolerates deer, humidity, & salt/seaside. Long lived, needs 2-3 yrs to reach maturity & full flowering potential-but it's worth it. Attracts bees, hummers & butterflies. Cottage garden, cut flower, border & meadow plant. Blue green folg holds spires of lupine-like flowers that start lt lemon over cream then change to cream, pale lilac & shades or prpl/blue in late spring-early summer. Ht: 3-4 ft. W: 4 ft. Exp: sun. Water: mod/dry. USDA Z4-9. PP #25,875 |
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BAPTISIA 'Solar Flare' (Prairieblue Series) False or Wild Indigo Perennial Herb: Tolerates deer, humidity, & salt/seaside. Long lived, needs 2-3 yrs to reach maturity & full flowering potential-but it's worth it. Attracts bees, hummingbirds & butterflies. Cottage garden, cut flower, border & meadow plant. Blue green folg holds spires of lupine-like flowers that start lemon ylw then change to orange to violet blush in late spring-early summer. Ht: 3-4 ft. W: 3-4 ft. Expos: sun. Water: mod/dry. USDA Z4-9. PP #20,408 |
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BAPTISIA x variicolor 'Twilite' (Prairieblue Series) syn. 'Twilight' False or Wild Indigo Perennial Herb: Tolerates deer, humidity, & salt/seaside. Long lived, needs 2-3 yrs to reach maturity & full flowering potential-but it's worth it. Attracts bees, hummers & butterflies. Cottage garden, cut flower, border & meadow plant. Blue green foliage holds spires of lupine-like flowers that are violet-purple w/yellow keels in late spring-early summer. Ht: 3-5 ft. W: 3-5 ft. Exposure: sun. Water: mod/dry. USDA Z4-9. PP #19,011 (B. australis x B. sphaerocarpa) |
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BASIL 'Genovese' Organic Heirloom Basil Heirloom-Pesto lovers unanimously recommend Genovese as the best variety for pesto due to its distinctively sweet flavor. Plants are strong producers of dk green, glossy lvs w/a characteristic spoon shape. Yields 7 to 8 cuttings. Though used mainly as a culinary herb, this basil has many therapeutic qualities as well. Biennial herb. Height: 18-24. Width: 15. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. (Maturity: 68 days) |
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BASIL 'Holy' (Sacred, Tulsi, Monk's Basil) Organic Holy Basil Sacred Basil sets itself apart w/its pungent aroma & many medicinal properties. Whole lvs are crisp & clove flavored, very cooling in summer salads. Good flavoring vegetable in stir fry & steamed dishes. In additional to many nutritional values, it also has medicinal properties. Excellent pollen & nectar source for bees. Easy to grow. Height: 3 feet. Plant in sun/pt shade. An annual but will last longer w/regular pruning. (Maturity: 75 days) |
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BASIL 'Sweet Thai' Organic Basil Flavorful garnish for sweet dishes. It has a clove-like licorice flavor w/a hearty aroma that compliments the hot spicy flavors of Thai cuisine. It is lovely as a potted herb, an edible bedding plant or it can be used in floral arrangements. Compact plants sport relatively small green lvs w/dk purple stems & blossoms. Lvs are 2 long & plants reach 12-18 tall. (Maturity: 63 days) (Ocimum basilicum var. americanum Sweet Thai) |
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BAUMEA rubiginosa 'Variegata' Variegated Rush, Golden Sword Perennial: Evergreen. Deer resistant. Native to New Zealand. A slow spreading grass-like plant. Stiff, upright growth habit with narrow, tubular dark green foliage with yellow variegation, 18-24" x 24". Nice pot or bog plant. Tolerates boggy conditions w/free standing water. Sun/part shade. Water: moderate/moist. USDA Z6-11. (syn. Machaerina rubiginosa 'Variegata') |
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BEAN, FAVA 'Broad Windsor' Organic Heirloom Fava Bean Heirloom-One of the largest dry beans youll find anywhere. Plants are 3-4 in height w/pods that are 5-8 in length. All parts of the plant are edible. Seeds are high in protein, vitamins & minerals. Beans may be eaten fresh & green, or dried for future use. The lvs can be enjoyed by preparing them similarly to spinach. Support wstakes and stringing. Can also be used as a nitrogen fixing winter cover crop. Plant in sun. |
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BEGONIA 'Gene Daniels' Cane-type Begonia Shrub: Cane-type, very large, upright grower. Coral-pink flowers are on continuous display. The flowers are set off by huge dark bronzey-green heart-shaped leaves with a red reverse. Good for porches, patios, large containers or tropical settings. Perennial outdoors where there is no frost or can be used as a houseplant in bt., indirect light. Late winter into summer. Height: 4-6'. Width: 4-6'. Exp: part shade/shade. Water: mod. USDA Z9. Hardy to at least 30° F. |
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BEGONIA hybrid 'Belleconia Rose' Belleconia Series Begonia Shrub: A spectacular series of cascading begonias with a tight teardrop habit, excellent branching & a multitude of medium to large-sized, fully double flowers all summer long. Heat-tolerant & doesnt require any deadheading. Ideal in large hanging baskets, mixed containers & window boxes. Bloom color: rose pink. Height: 8-12". Width: 8-12". Prefers part-shade to shade. Water: moderate-dry. USDA Z10. PPAF |
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BEGONIA hybrid 'Belleconia Salmon' Belleconia Series Shrub: A spectacular series of cascading begonias with a tight teardrop habit, excellent branching & a multitude of medium to large-sized, fully double flowers all summer long. Heat-tolerant & doesnt require any deadheading. Ideal in large hanging baskets, mixed containers & window boxes. Bloom color: salmon-coral. Height: 8-12". Width: 10-14". Prefers part-shade to shade. Water: moderate-dry. USDA Z10. PPAF |
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BEGONIA hybrid 'Belleconia Snow' Belleconia Series Shrub: A spectacular series of cascading begonias with a tight teardrop habit, excellent branching & a multitude of medium to large-sized, fully double flowers all summer long. Heat-tolerant & doesnt require any deadheading. Ideal in large hanging baskets, mixed containers & window boxes. Bloom color: white. Height: 8-12". Width: 10-14". Prefers part-shade to shade. Water: moderate-dry. USDA Z10. PPAF |
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BEGONIA hybrid 'Summerwings Apricot' Summerwings Series Shrub: An elegant series of single-flowered cascading begonias with a bushy habit, excellent branching & a multitude of medium-sized, graceful flowers all summer long. Heat-tolerant & doesnt require any deadheading. Ideal for hanging baskets, mixed containers & window boxes. Bloom color: apricot. Height: 8-12". Width: 10-14". Prefers part-shade to shade. Water: moderate-dry. USDA Z10. PPAF |
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BEGONIA hybrid 'Summerwings Dark Elegance' Summerwings Series Shrub: An elegant series of single-flowered cascading begonias with a bushy habit, excellent branching & a multitude of medium-sized, graceful flowers all summer long. Shining coral-red flowers resemble glowing embers over rich bronze-green foliage w/maroon reverse. Heat-tolerant & doesnt require any deadheading. Ideal for hanging baskets, mixed containers & window boxes. Size 8-12" x 8-12". Prefers part-shade to shade. Water: mod.-dry. USDA Z10. PPAF |
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BEGONIA hybrid 'Summerwings Ebony & Orange' Summerwings Series Begonia Shrub: An elegant series of single-flowered cascading begonias with a bushy habit, excellent branching & a multitude of medium-sized, graceful flowers all summer long. Bright orange flowers are truly vibrant over dark green-black foliage. Heat-tolerant & doesnt require any deadheading. Ideal for hanging baskets, mixed containers & window boxes. Size 8-12" x 8-12". Prefers part-shade to shade. Water: mod.-dry. USDA Z10. |
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BEGONIA maculata Polka Dot, Spotted or Clown Begonia Perennial: Evergreen. Brazil native. Olive green leaves w/ silvery spots & red undersides. Upright stems have segments which resemble bamboo. Blooms: spring-fall with open white flowers (sometimes red) with bright yellow centers. Ht: 3 ft or more. As a houseplant needs bright, indirect light. Fertilize every 2-4 weeks. Water when top 1/2 inch of soil is dry. Enjoys a warm spot w/ humidity (kitchen/bathroom). USDA Z10. Toxic to people & pets if ingested. |
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BELLIUM minutum Miniature Mat Daisy Perennial: Evergreen. Forms a flat carpet of small light-green lvs, bearing a long display of tiny white daisies w/pk reverse. Use for edging or a small-area ground cover. Excellent growing in alpine containers or troughs & between patio or pathway stones. Tolerates moderate foot traffic once established. Blms: late spring/summer. Ht: 2-4". W: 12-16". Blm color: white. Exp.: sun/pt shade. Water: mod/moist. USDA Z7 |
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BERBERIS thunbergii 'Orange Torch' Japanese Berberis, Barberry Deciduous shrub: A distinctive & unique variety with golden foliage, an eye catching orange edge, and pale yellow mid-spring blooms. The orange color deepens in cooler temperatures with pretty bright red berries in the fall. Good for hedges/borders. Drought tolerant & deer resistant. Height: 3-4'. Width: 2-3. Water: moderate. Exposure: sun/part shade. USDA Z5. |