Perennials - E -  Plant Nursery

Coneflower Collection
Echinacea

The Coneflower Collection, 'Echinacea', will cover your garden in a blanket of Coneflowers with this bright and cheery collection. Try out the all the new cultivars and see which ones are your favorites. These large, daisy-like flowers with striking, dark button eyes love full sun and well drained soils. Butterflies flock to their flowers. Their flowers are sturdy and long-lasting in the garden or in cut flower arrangements.

Coneflower - After Midnight
Echinacea 'after midnight'

The Coneflower 'After Midnight' PPAF, Echinacea, is the combination of magenta blooms, black stems, and reddish-black cones. Just a foot high and wide, this new Big Sky Echinacea is packed with color that will draw the eye from across the garden. The strongly fragrant, brilliant magenta coneflower blooms are large, rising on long, stiff black stems that stand out in the vase as well as the garden. Even the central cone is showier than usual, sporting reddish-black hues. Wonderfully fragrant, it's ideal for cutting as well as for the garden and containers.For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste.

Echinacea - Prairie Coneflower
Echinacea angustifolia

The Echinacea Prairie Coneflower, 'Echinacea angustifolia', is a more potent narrow leaf species of Purple Coneflower and is used for its suspected medicinal value. This Coneflower is used by Native Americans to treat snakebites and other maladies. It is an easy to care for North American Native Wild Flower. It is long lived ah has a relatively long bloom period of 30 to 60 days. Coneflowers will grow in a variety of conditions. The 1 to 2 inch flowers have pink drooping petals with large cone-like dark purple centers.Prairie Coneflower Echinacea will perform in full sun or light shade. In very hot summer climates, provide some afternoon shade. Well drained soil is a must for Echinacea Coneflowers as they cannot withstand standing water. Plant in early spring, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost or as late as 2 months before the first fall frost. They make excellent cut flowers and borders.

Coneflower - Coconut Lime
Echinacea 'coconut lime'

The Echinacea 'Coconut Lime', Echinacea, is the first ever double-flowered, white Echinacea. The flower heads feature a ring of white petals surrounding a large pom-pom of pale green florets. These blooms are big, but the stems are strong enough to hold them. 'Coconut Lime' not only looks great in the border but also is a distinctive and very long-lasting cut flower. It's as easy to grow as any traditional Coneflower.Coconut Lime is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fight off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste.

Coneflower - Double Decker
Echinacea 'double decker'

The Coneflower 'Double Decker', Echinacea purpurea, has daisy like flowers of yellow, magenta and white and have striking dark button eyes. This coneflower set itself apart from all others by its double layer of petals. A beauty and easy to grow, it attracts butterflies. Thrives in heat and increases in beauty year after year. Also great for long lasting bouquets.For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste.

Coneflower - Fancy Frills
Echinacea 'Fancy Frills'

The Coneflower Fancy Frills, Echinacea purpurea 'Fancy Frills' has a double layer of flower petals which give it an unique fringed look. It produces beautiful pink daisy-like flowers. The Fancy Frills blooms from June to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on long dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Green Envy
Echinacea 'Green Envy'

The Coneflower 'Green Envy', Echinacea purpurea 'Green Envy', is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful light green fading to pink daisy-like flowers. The Green Envy blooms from July to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on tall dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Harvest Moon
Echinacea 'Harves Moon' PPAF

The Coneflower 'Harvest Moon', 'Echinacea 'Harvest Moon' PPAF', is one of the newest on the market today. This Echinacea has a plant height of 24" and a plant spread of 18-24". As part of the Big Sky Series, 'Harvest Moon' is a great addition in any perennial garden. For best growing results, plant in full sun. The deep golden-yellow petals have an orange cone with 4" fragrant flowers and will bloom from June to August. 'Harvest Moon' is hardy and a vigorous grower and ideal for cutting. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Coneflower - Jade
Echinacea 'Jade'

The Coneflower Jade PP# 13769, 'Echinacea', is unique and has dramatic clear-white flowers with green tips and a green cone. Large daisy-like flowers with striking dark button eyes. Rose-scented. They produce an abundance of flowers. Easy to grow and undemanding.

Conflower - Mixed Colors
Echinacea 'Mixed'

The Coneflowers Mixed, Echinacea, have daisy-like flowers with striking button eyes. All varieties are care-free, super hardy perennials that are drought, insect and disease resistant. They thrive in heat and increase in beauty year after year. Also great for long lasting bouquets. Butterflies love them too!For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste.

Coneflower - Pink Double Delight
Echinacea 'pink double delight'

The Echinacea 'Pink Double Delight', Echinacea purpurea, has a shorter, more compact habit than most coneflowers. A profusion of bright bubblegum pink, pompon-like, double flowers are produced on strong, well-branched stems from mid summer through early fall! The large 3 inch flowers are long-lasting, turning lavender pink as they age. Flowers are consistently double and are double right away upon blooming. The stems are sturdy and numerous, for a full appearance in containers and in the garden. Shorter than Razzmatazz and Double Decker, and blooms sooner with double flowers from the start.Pink Double Delight is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fight off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste.

Coneflower - Purple Little Magnus
Echinacea 'Purple Little Magnus'

The Coneflower 'Purple Little Magnus', Echinacea purpurea 'Little Magnus', one of the best coneflower dwarf varieties, is similar to it's big brother Magnus. It produces beautiful purle daisy-like flowers. The Purple Little Magnus blooms from July to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Echinacea - Purple Coneflower
Echinacea purpurea

The Echinacea Purple Coneflower, 'Echinacea purpurea', is a long lived tough perennial that withstands drought, wind and humidity and it is used for its suspected medicinal value. This easy to care for North America Native Wildflower is an excellent addition to any garden. The Purple Coneflower has 2 to 3 inch long drooping petals that are surrounded with a purple/maroon/brown conical center, 3 inches in diameter. The flowers appear on tall stems above the foliage. The bloom period is during the summer for 30 to 60 days.Purple Coneflower Echinacea will perform in full sun or light shade. In very hot summer climates, provide some afternoon shade. Well drained soil is a must for Echinacea Coneflowers as they cannot withstand standing water. Plant in early spring, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost or as late as 2 months before the first fall frost. They make excellent cut flowers and borders>/p>

Coneflower - White Swan
Echinacea purpurea

The Echinacea ‘White Swan’ Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful white daisy-like flowers. The large, fragrant flowers bloom from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘White Swan’ coneflowers, stand 3’ high with a plant spread of 18-24”. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fight off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Purple
Echinacea purpurea

The Echinacea ‘Purple Coneflower’, Echinacea purpurea, is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful lavender to purple daisy-like flowers. Coneflowers produce large, fragrant flowers bloom from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Purple Coneflower’ stands 3’ high with a plant spread of 18-24”. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It hass been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fight off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Kims Knee High
Echinacea purpurea

The Echinacea ‘Kim's Knee High’, Echinacea purpurea, also known as Coneflower, is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful large flowers with deep pink petals & bright orange centers. ‘Kim’s Knee High’ is the newest and smallest variety to be added to the Echinacea family. The large, fragrant flowers bloom from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Kim's Knee High’ stands 2’ high with a plant spread of 12-23”. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fight off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Magnus
Echinacea purpurea

The Echinacea ‘Magnus’ Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, also known as Purple Coneflower, Hedge coneflower, and Black Sampson, is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful deep purple daisy-like flowers, a bit larger than the rest of its family. It was Perennial Plant of the Year in 1998, one can see why. Blooming from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Magnus’ stands 3’ high with a plant spread of 18-24”. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Little Giant
Echinacea purpurea 'Little Giant'

The Coneflower Little Giant, 'Echinacea purpurea', is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful, huge clear pink daisy-like flowers. It is named little because it is short and giant because of its huge 5” bloom size. ‘Little Giant’ is a dwarf form of ‘Giant Ruby’. Blooming from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Little Giant’ stands 12-14” high with a plant spread of 12”.For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, combining great with Leucanthemum ‘Becky Daisy’ or in cottage gardens, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but it is also said to be a potent medicine. Echinacea is said to increase immune function, reduce the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Sparkler
Echinacea purpurea 'Sparkler'

The Coneflower Sparkler, 'Echinacea purpurea', is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful, huge rose-pink daisy-like flowers. ‘Sparkler’ shares the great attributes of its sister, ‘Little Giant’. However, it develops leaf variegation that contrasts very well with the flower. Blooming from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Sparkler’ stands 2’ high with a plant spread of 18”.For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, combining great with Leucanthemum ‘Becky Daisy’ or in cottage gardens, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also is said to be a potent medicine. Echinacea is said to increase immune function, reduce the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Razzmattazz
Echinacea 'Razzmattazz'

The Coneflower Razzmatazz, Echinacea purpurea 'Razzmatazz' is the first double flowered coneflower in existance. It produces beautiful pink double bloom daisy-like flowers. The Razzmatazz blooms from June to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on long dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Sundown
Echinacea 'Sundown'

The Coneflower Sundown, Echinacea Big Sky™ 'Sundown' is another hybrid coneflower in the Big Sky™ series. It produces beautiful orange, very fragrant, daisy-like flowers. The Sundown blooms from June to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on long dark green stems with dark green foilage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.

Coneflower - Sunrise
Echinacea 'Sunrise'

The Coneflower Sunrise, 'Echinacea purpurea', is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful citron yellow daisy-like flowers. The center of this coneflower starts out green and turns gold. Blooming from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Sunrise’ stands 30-35” high with a plant spread of 18”.For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, combining great with Leucanthemum ‘Becky Daisy’ or in cottage gardens, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but it is also said to be a potent medicine. Echinacea is said to increase immune function, reduce the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system. PPAF

Coneflower - Sunset
Echinacea 'Sunset'

The Coneflower Sunset, 'Echinacea purpurea', is an easy to grow flower that produces vibrant orange daisy-like flowers, overlapping one another. The center of this coneflower is brownish, making it different than the rest. Blooming from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Sunset’ stands 24-30” high with a plant spread of 18”.For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, combining great with Leucanthemum ‘Becky Daisy’ or in cottage gardens, it is a definite must. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but it is also said to be a potent medicine. Echinacea is said to increase immune function, reduce the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system. PPAF

Coneflower - Twilight
Echinacea 'Twilight' PP17651

The Coneflower 'Twilight', 'Echinacea 'Twilight' PP17,651', is the third newest Echinacea in the Big Sky Series. The rose petals surround its red cone with a wonderful fragrance. 'Twilight' has a height of 24" and a plant spread of 18-24". For best results, plant in full sun and water moderately. 'Twilight' will bloom from June to August and is excellent as cut flowers or in mass plantings. 'Harvest Moon' is hardy and a vigorous grower. Butterflies will be strongly attracted to this Echinacea. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited.

Grass - Horsetail Rush
Equistetum hyemale

The Grass 'Horsetail Rush', Equisetum hyemele, is an upright mounded, clumping rhizome. An ancient plant with bushy, slender stems and a weeping habit. When young, the slender stems grow horizontally but the plant sends up thicker, vertical stems as it ages. In winter, the evergreen, gray green foliage turns a rich bronze. The Horsetail Rush, also known as the Scouring Rush, is one of the oldest plants to be used by man. It reaches heights to 4 feet, and is a durable plant. It has jointed, hollow stems that are furrowed and green with black bands that give it a bamboo-like appearance.

Grass - China Love
Eragrostis species

The Grass 'China Love Grass', Eragrostis sp., is a dense mounded grass with a handsome compact foliage. The beautiful, pinkish-red, airy flowers, from summer to fall, form a dense, cloud-like appearance over clumping, dwarf foliage. Place this grass in full sun. China Love grasses begin to bloom early. This fescue-like plant produces fluffy drifts of pinkish red flowers through summer. As the seed heads mature, they turn an enchanting shade of gold.

Winter Aconite
Eranthis hyemalis

The Winter Aconite, 'Eranthis hyemalis', a fall planted bulb, is one of the earliest spring flowering bulbs to flower. It can often be seen coming up through the snow. The plant produces yellow flowers on very short stems. The entire plant is only about 5 inches tall. They are a spreading plant that make a great addition as a border due to their size. Winter Aconite like moist well-drained soil and grow well in full sun or partial shade.

Foxtail Lily - Orange
Eremurus Cleopatra

The Foxtail Lily Orange, 'Eremurus Cleopatra' produces impressive tall spikes of hundreds of small, orange, lilylike flowers on a tall stem. These spectacular flowers make a colorful and bold statement in the early summer garden. Towering at the back of the sunny border, the leafless flower stalks grow above green, strap-shaped leaves. The roots of the Foxtail Lily must be handled very carefully. The soil should be well-drained, so add sufficient sand to heavy clay soils. Although the tubers are winter hardy, a mulch layer is highly recommended.

Foxtail Lily - Mixed Colors
Eremurus 'Mix'

The Foxtail Lilies Mixed, Eremurus, originating from Tibet, is one of the most colorful flowers and long-lasting as a cut flower. Thrive in well-drained sunny sites, blooming for 10-15 years without dividing. Outstanding cut flower with long vase life. These Foxtail Lilies produce impressive tall spikes of hundreds of small, lily like flowers on a tall stem.These spectacular flowers make a colorful and bold statement in the early summer garden. Towering at the back of the sunny border, the leafless flower stalks grow above green, strap-shaped leaves. The roots of the Foxtail Lily must be handled very carefully. The soil should be well-drained, so add sufficient sand to heavy clay soils. Although the tubers are winter hardy, a mulch layer is highly recommended.

Foxtail Lily - Shelford Pink
Eremurus 'Shelford Pink'

The Foxtail Lily 'Shelford Pink', Eremurus, produces beautiful salmon pink flowers. Originally from Tibet, one of the most colorful flowers and long-lasting as a cut flower. Flowers late May to June. Thrive in well-drained sunny sites, blooming for 10-15 years without dividing. Outstanding cut flower with long vase life. Top size bulbs.These spectacular flowers make a colorful and bold statement in the early summer garden. Towering at the back of the sunny border, the leafless flower stalks grow above green, strap-shaped leaves. The roots of the Foxtail Lily must be handled very carefully. The soil should be well-drained, so add sufficient sand to heavy clay soils. Although the tubers are winter hardy, a mulch layer is highly recommended.

Foxtail Lily - Yellow
Eremurus Stenophylius

The Foxtail Lily Yellow, 'Eremurus Stenophylius' produces impressive tall spikes of hundreds of small, yellow, lilylike flowers on a tall stem. These spectacular flowers make a colorful and bold statement in the early summer garden. Towering at the back of the sunny border, the leafless flower stalks grow above green, strap-shaped leaves. The roots of the Foxtail Lily must be handled very carefully. The soil should be well-drained, so add sufficient sand to heavy clay soils. Although the tubers are winter hardy, a mulch layer is highly recommended.

Grass - Northern Pampas
Erianthus ravennae

The Grass 'Northern Pampas Grass', Erianthus ravennae, grass is an outstanding plant. The tall flower stalks of this grass stand well above the foliage. The foliage grows in an arching, fountain-like way. The silvery white flower stalks are good for drying. Northern Pampas grass makes an excellent specimen plant.Pampas Grass grows the best in sun filled places with somewhat damp ground. It also grows well along a small stream bank or in a shallow moist ravines. An amazing feature about Pampas Grass is that it can live in almost any habitat. This amazing grass can grow in hard, rocky areas, flooded areas, dry and damp ground plus its normal habitat. The leaves die during frosts in northern climates, but grow back in the spring.

Daisy - Mad Marion
Erigeron

The Daisy Mad Marion, 'Erigeron', is a new Proven Winners plant that has unique white flowers that darken to a deep pinkish purple. Anywhere the sun shines hottest, is where the Mad Marion wants to be. Mad Marion blooms continuously all summer long. This daisy is excellent for borders, rock gardens and mixed containers. Daisy's require a sunny spot with fertile, well-drained soil and should be kept well watered in the summer. The daisy is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds, plus they are resistant to deer. These daisys are winter hardy to USDA Zones 8-11 and they are grown as an annual in other cooler climatic zones. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. The deeply cut, dark green leaves are aromatic when bruised.For zones 8-11, this plant can also be a perennial.

Eryngium - Amazing Jackpot
Eryngium 'Amazing Jackpot'

The Sea Holly Eryngium Amazing Jackpot, 'Eryngium Amazing Jackpot PPAF', is a Sea Holly that has bluish flowers with steel-blue bracts which are tightly clustered together. Use this plant in full sun with good drainage. Eryngium tolerates sandy soil and salt air, making it perfect for seaside gardens. It is hardy zones 4-8.

Eryngium - Paradise Jackpot
Eryngium 'Paradise Jackpot'

The Sea Holly Eryngium Paradise Jackpot, 'Eryngium Paradise Jackpot PPAF', is a spectacular Sea Holly that produces masses of steel-blue bracts and flowers on strong stems that are perfect for fresh flower arrangements. If you enjoy dried flower arrangements too, then this perennial is a must for your sunny dry garden. Few flowers hold their color as well as this metallic blue beauty. It is hardy zones 5-8.

Dogtooth Violet
Erythronium Pagoda

The Dogtooth Violet, 'Erythronium', are great naturalizing bulbs that produce yellow flowers and have brown mottled foliage. The mottled foliage adds extra interest to this plant. The Dogtooth Violet has nodding, colorful, solitary, lily-like flowers on leafless stems. They are also know as adder's-tongue or trout lily. This plant flowers in mid spring. It generally grows in groups of dozens to hundreds of plants. The solitary yellow flowers can truly brighten a landscape.

Pineapple Lily - Montana
Eucomis Autumnalis

The Eucomis Montana, 'Eucomis Montana', is a Pineapple Lily that bears mesmerizing flower-spikes whose color begins a pale green-white and mature to a lovely burgundy wine. Eucomis is a tough perennial bulb that performs well in average soils that do not remain too moist. Avoid over-fertilizing to ensure strong upright flower stems. They are hardy zones 7-10, They would thrive in zone 6 if planted in a protected area.

Gateway Joe-Pye Weed
Eupatorium purpureum

The Eupatorium ‘Gateway Joe-Pye Weed’, Eupatorium purpureum, is a wonderful lavender purple bloomer that stands 4’ tall with a plant spread the 29-35”. ‘Joe-Pye Weed’ is more compact and shorter than other perennials in its family. With beautiful wine red stems that develop large green leaves, it is a definite attractor to butterflies and bees and is deer resistant.Eupatorium ‘Gateway Joe-Pye Weed’ should be planted in full sun, but can tolerate some afternoon shade. Make sure it has a moist, well-drained area for optimal success. ‘Joe Pye Weed’ looks wonderful with Rudbeckia ‘Black Eyed Susan’, Aster ‘Woods Purple’, with ornamental grasses or in a perennial border. It is a great background plant but does need a lot of room to grow.

Dwarf Joe Pye Weed - Little Joe
Eupatorium purpureum 'Little Joe'

The Little Joe-Pye Weed, 'Eupatorium purpureum', is a wonderful lavender purple bloomer that stands 4’ tall with a plant spread the 29-35”. ‘Little Joe-Pye Weed’ is more compact and shorter than other perennials in its family. With beautiful wine red stems that develop large green leaves, it is a definite attractor to butterflies and bees and it is deer resistant.Eupatorium ‘Little Joe-Pye Weed’ should be planted in full sun, but can tolerate some afternoon shade. Make sure it has a moist, well-drained area for optimal success. ‘Little Joe Pye Weed’ looks wonderful with Rudbeckia ‘Black Eyed Susan’, Aster ‘Woods Purple’, with ornamental grasses or in a perennial border. It is a great background plant but does need a lot of room to grow.

Chocolate Mist Flower
Eupatorium rugosum

The Eupatorium ‘Chocolate Mist Flower’, Eupatorium rugosum, also known as White Snakeroot, has a shiny, deep purple stem with chocolate leaves. ‘Chocolate Mist’ is a wonderful white bloomer that stands 4’ tall with a plant spread the 29-35”. ‘Chocolate Mist’ is a definite attractor to butterflies and bees and is deer resistant. Eupatorium ‘Chocolate Mist’ should be planted in full sun, but can tolerate some afternoon shade. Make sure it has a moist, well-drained area for optimal success. ‘Chocolate Mist’ looks wonderful with Rudbeckia ‘Black Eyed Susan’, Aster ‘Woods Purple’, with ornamental grasses or in a perennial border. It is a great background plant but does need a lot of room to grow.

Euphorbia - Bonfire
Euphorbia Bonfire

Euphorbia Bonfire, Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire' PPAF, is a hot new perennial with striking mahogany red foliage. Unlike other Euphorbias that may turn red in the fall, 'Bonfire' displays its smoldering red foliage all summer long! Radiant chartreuse flower bracts provide a nice contrast in the spring. 'Bonfire' has a nice mounding habit with foliage that is resistant to deer and rabbits. 'Bonfire' grows best in well-drained, poor-to-moderately fertile soil. Divide every two to three years or as needed. Late-summer cutback can be beneficial if plants start to "birdnest." Use gloves since sap may irritate skin of susceptible individuals.

Euphorbia - Diamond Frost®
Euphorbia 'Diamond Frost'

The Euphorbia 'Diamond Frost®', 'Euphorbia', produces light, airy, and delicate white flower that will thrive all season long. Diamond Frost is heat and drought-tolerant. Deadheading is not necessary for this low maintenance plant.

Euphorbia - First Blush
Euphorbia First Blush

Euphorbia First Blush, Euphorbia epithymoides 'First Blush' is a spectacular cushion spurge with light green leaves that are edged in bright rose-pink and cream from spring into summer. The beautiful, compact mounds are topped with striking bright yellow, almost chartreuse, bracts that appear in spring and gradually mature to match the foliage. A deer and rabbit resistant perennial! 'First Blush' grows best in well-drained, poor-to-moderately fertile soil. Divide every two to three years or as needed. Late-summer cutback can be beneficial if plants start to "birdnest." Use gloves since sap may irritate skin of susceptible individuals.

Evening Primrose - Lemon Drop
Evening Primrose Lemon Drop

Evening Primrose Lemon Drop, Oenothera 'Lemon Drop™' is a new evening primrose that is quickly gaining popularity among gardeners and garden writers. 'Lemon Drop' is a Proven Winners Perennial and also the recipient of the "Editor's Choice Award" from Country Living Gardener™. This new selection is covered with vibrant lemon yellow flowers all summer, even when the temperatures sizzle. It has a lovely upright habit with dark green foliage. The bright daffodil yellow flowers of 'Lemon Drop' blooms do not need deadheading and are a good candidate for hot sunny areas or mixed containers. This easily grown oenothera should be planted in full sun and a well-drained area. The mildly fragrant flowers open for only one day, usually late afternoon but will last until the following morning. Best used in front of borders or rock gardens, it will add color in wild gardens, meadows, cottage gardens or in native plant gardens. Do not over water.