2016 REFERENCE
GUIDE
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Tuxedo™ Weigela
a note from the Vanstones It has been another great year, and we are thankful for all of you that have partnered with us to make it what it was. As we look back we can identify trends and patterns which help us plan for 2016. A few things are worth mentioning.
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Honorine Jobert Anemone
Edibles. Have you noticed it? We found a massive increase in demand for anything to do with the kitchen. Herbs and vegetables were on nearly every truck leaving the yard and consumers kept coming back for more. We were glad to have a good number of tried as well as trendy items in the collection to meet this need. You will notice a substantial number of new items in this program beginning on page 53. How will you sell more edibles and satisfy your customers in 2016? Colour. Since entering the annual market in 2013 we have been amazed at the appetite of gardeners everywhere for bright, colourful plants to decorate their home or yard or patio. Once again we are offering many new items as well as increasing the number of patio ready products such as planters and hanging baskets. Check out the order form for a full listing of this product line.
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Red October Big Bluestem
Simplicity. We recognize that in a fast paced society with many different voices calling for our attention, we all look for simple and convenient solutions to our challenges. That is why we continue to refine and improve our selection of perennials and shrubs so that you can offer solutions to your customers that will make them successful. It is important to us that you enjoy your relationship with Vanstone and we strive to make everything simple. Paperless ordering, improved online resources, and seamless logistics are designed for you. Collaboration. This industry has been good to us over the years, and we feel that it is important for us to reach out and give back where we can. We are very excited to announce that we are a new test site for All-America Selections and we will see the first plants in the trial grounds in the spring of 2016. This is specifically a herbaceous perennial trial and we are pleased to be able to contribute to the industry in this way. All of us at Vanstone wish you the very best for 2016. We value our relationship with you and genuinely want you to succeed. Thanks for your trust. Enjoy the reference guide.
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Little Napoli Tomato
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Table of Contents PREMIUM ANNUALS................................................................................................... 8
SHRUBS........................................................................................................................... 4
SMALL FRUITS.............................................................................................................15
SHELTER TREES...........................................................................................................18
PERENNIALS.................................................................................................................19
SMALL FRUIT
FERNS.............................................................................................................................50 GRASSES.......................................................................................................................51
VEGETABLES................................................................................................................53
HERBS............................................................................................................................58
Guarantee PERENNIALS
Our stock is guaranteed to be of high quality, true to name, and graded to the standards of the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association. We will gladly entertain your claim within thirty days of shipping and will proudly stand behind our plants to ensure that you are satisfied.
Our Mission We will provide the best value for our customers so that they can in turn provide the same for their customers. Value is found in honest and pleasant relationships, convenient and simple ordering, fair pricing, and of course, the best plants. We will always strive to do our best.
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LEGEND: A key to how the Reference Guide works 1. Genus 2. Species
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Cornus alba ‘Bailhalo’ (PP8,722, CBRAF) 150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Ivory Halo® Dogwood
white
May and June
Zone 3
This Bailey selection was developed as a compact form of silver dogwood and exhibits a compact, tidy form. The branching is tighter and the texture is a little finer than most dogwoods.
9. Season of Bloom 10. Description 11. Hardiness Zone
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3. Cultivar
SHRUBS
SHRUBS ACER - Maple Acer ginnala ‘Bailey Compact’ 2m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
white
Bailey Compact Amur Maple May and June
Zone 2
This variety is an improved form of Amur Maple with finer branching, more compact and dense form, and terrific fall colour. It is great as a specimen plant or in a small hedge. Fragrant flowers.
Bailey Compact Amur Maple
BERBERIS - Barberry Berberis thunbergii ‘Monomb’ 70cm x 70cm
full sun
yellow
Cherry Bomb® Barberry June
Zone 3
Provides interest in the landscape all season with rich, deep red foliage and arching branches. Excellent for a low formal hedge or compact accent plant.
Berberis thunbergii ‘Concorde’ 50cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Concorde® Barberry
June
Zone 3
This dwarf variety has smooth, velvety purple foliage and a great compact form. It is well suited for a low growing border.
Berberis thunbergii ‘Bailgreen’
90cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
yellow
Jade Carousel® Barberry June
Zone 3
The rich green foliage on this selection turns to bright scarlet orange early in the fall and persists well into the season. It maintains a tidy, compact form and makes an excellent dense hedge.
Cherry Bomb Barberry
Berberis thunbergii ‘Rose Glow’ 90cm x 90cm
full sun
yellow
Rose Glow Barberry
June
Zone 3
This selection has light pink foliage with darker mottled patches that darken with the season. Red berries appear in late summer; plant in full sun for best colour.
Berberis thunbergii ‘Gentry’ (PP9,461, CBRAF) 50cm x 70cm
full sun
yellow
Royal Burgundy® Barberry June
Zone 3
The rich, velvety-red foliage on this selection won’t fade even in the heat of summer. As fall comes on the foliage deepens in colour. Outstanding for neatness and compact, rounded form.
Berberis thunbergii ‘Monry’ (PP11,332, CBRAF) 60cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Sunsation® Barberry
June
Zone 4
This selection is vibrant in the landscape as a compact accent plant with it’s bright, golden yellow foliage. Plant in full sun or light shade and well drained soils.
Concorde® Barberry
CARAGANA - Caragana Caragana frutex ‘Globosa’ 90cm x 90cm
full sun
Globe Caragana
Zone 2
Excellent tolerance for heat and drought; use as a formal hedge or specimen plant. Dark green foliage remains consistent through the summer.
CORNUS - Dogwood Cornus alba ‘Aurea’
200cm x 200cm full sun to partial shade
white
Prairie Fire Dogwood
May and June
Zone 3
This shrub boasts of bright golden leaves throughout the summer and fall and then attractive red stems through the winter. Highly visible in the landscape.
Cornus alba ‘Cream Cracker’ (PP12,830)
Rose Glow Barberry
150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
creamy white
Cream Cracker™ Dogwood
May and June
Zone 3
This lovely dogwood boasts a compact, rounded form with green leaves and striking creamy golden margins. Developed as an improvement on the old mottled dogwood
Cornus alba ‘Bailhalo’ (PP8,722, CBRAF) 150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
white
Ivory Halo® Dogwood
May and June
Zone 3
This Bailey selection was developed as a compact form of silver dogwood and exhibits a compact, tidy form. The branching is tighter and the texture is a little finer than most dogwoods.
Cornus alba ‘Jefreb’
125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
white
Little Rebel® Dogwood
May and June
Zone 2
Little Rebel® offers crisp green foliage throughout the growing season in combination with a round compact form. It’s smooth bark is blood-red in winter.
Little Rebel® Dogwood
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Cornus alba ‘Silver Charm’
150cm x 120cm full sun to partial shade
white
Silver Charm Dogwood
May and June
Zone 2
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This selection feautures a dense, compact growth habit along with excellent green and silver variegation. Developed by Ron Boughen for improved cold hardiness and northern performance.
Cornus stolonifera ‘Farrow’ (PP18,523) 100cm x 100cm
full sun
white
Arctic Fire™ Dogwood
May and June
Zone 3
This compact selection has dark red winter twigs and a compact, tidy growth habit. The parent species is native to North America and shows good hardiness and performance in the landscape. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Cornus stolonifera ‘Neil Z’ (PP24,812,CBRAF) 100cm x 100cm
full sun
white
Pucker Up!™ Dogwood
May and June
Arctic Fire™ Dogwood
Zone 3
This red stemmed dogwood is unlike any other with glossy, puckered foliage that is distinctive and attractive. The leaves are thick and highly resistant to leaf spot. Plant growth is compact and tidy. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
COTINUS - Smokebush Cotinus coggygria ‘Ancot’ 3m x 2m
full sun
cream
Golden Spirit Smokebush June
Zone 4
Spring foliage ranges from brilliant gold to a shade of lime green. Fall colour is often seen in shades of red and orange The flowers are large and showy and creamy in colour.
Cotinus coggygria ‘Royal Purple’ 3m x 2m
full sun
cream
Royal Purple Smokebush June
Zone 4
Fuzzy creamy beige plumes stand out above the dark foliage. This collector item will often die back to the snow line but produce a well formed shrub by mid-summer. Plant in full sun for best results.
Pucker Up!™ Dogwood
COTONEASTER - Cotoneaster Cotoneaster lucida
200cm x 200cm full sun to partial shade
pinkish white
Hedge Cotoneaster
May and June
Zone 2
This vigorous growing shrub is widely used as a hedge. The dark, shiny leaves turn an orange-red colour in the fall and dark berries persist through winter.
DIERVILLA - Bush Honeysuckle Diervilla sessilifolia ‘LPDC Podaras’ (PP19,391) 80cm x 80cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Cool Splash® Bush Honeysuckle June and July
Zone 3
Cool Splash® is the first variegated diervilla and its bright white stands out dramatically, even in shady borders. The cool foliage stays bright and clean right up until the first frost.
EUONYMUS - Burning Bush Euonymus alatus ‘Select’ 150cm x 150cm
full sun
pink seed pods
Golden Spirit Smokebush
Fire Ball® Burning Bush
September
Zone 3
The branches have interesting corky ridges which protrude from the bark. Deep green foliage throughout the summer gives way to brilliant red and long-lasting fall coloration. The plant will perform in a variety of soil types and locations. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Euonymus nana ‘Turkestanica’
100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
pink seed pods
Turkestan Burning Bush
August to September
Zone 3
The narrow dark green leaves on this shrub turn a brilliant red in fall and persist throughout the winter. The late summer fruit pods are a noticeable pink colour against the dark foliage.
EXOCHORDA - Pearl-Bush Exochorda x ‘Niagara’ (PP21,665, CBR4690) 100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
white
Snow Day™ Surprise Pearl-Bush April and May
Zone 4
Cool Splash® Bush Honeysuckle
Large white blooms cover this plant in a flood of spring flowers. This strong grower has a neat, compact habit and is an excellent plant for the spring landscape. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
FORSYTHIA - Forsythia Forsythia ovata ‘Northern Gold’ 200cm x 200cm
full sun
bright yellow
Northern Gold Forsythia
April and May
Zone 2
Masses of bright yellow flowers grace this large shrub before the leaves even appear. A very hardy selection and a welcome sight in the dreary days of early spring.
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Fire Ball® Burning Bush
Forsythia x ‘NIMBUS’ (PP23,838,CBR4608) 75cm x 75cm
full sun
golden yellow
Show Off® Sugar Baby Forsythia April and May
Zone 3
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Bring the brilliant flowers of forsythia down to a compact, manageable form and you have Sugar Baby! This plant is packed with intense colour and is perfect for smaller yards and gardens. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
HIPPOPHAE - Sea Buckthorn Hikul Dwarf Sea Buckthorn
Hippophae rhamnoides ‘Hikul’ 125cm x 125cm
Show Off® Sugar Baby Forsythia
full sun
Zone 2
An excellent rounded, dwarf shrub. Fine silver foliage lasts all season long. Extremely tolerant of dry alkaline soils. Very durable and cold hardy.
HYDRANGEA - Hydrangea Hydrangea arborescens ‘Annabelle’
100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
white, large
Annabelle Hydrangea
July and August
Zone 3
This is a smaller shrub with flowers that are anything but small! Large white blooms and attractive foliage help explain why this continues to be an exceptional choice for the Prairies.
Hydrangea arborescens ‘Abetwo’ (PP20,571, CBR4166) 100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
white, massive
Incrediball® Hydrangea
July and August
Zone 3
This new and improved version of Annabelle comes with improved stem strength and massive blooms. Each bloom has on average 4x the petal count of Annabelle, and is held up proudly even after the rain. This wonderful introduction is sure to remain a top-seller for years. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Hikul Dwarf Sea Buckthorn
Hydrangea arborescens ‘NCHA1’ (PPAF, CBRAF) 90cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Invincibelle® Spirit Hydrangea July and August
Zone 3
This pink flowering hydrangea is what we’ve all been waiting for! It is built on the hardy foundation of Annabelle and breaks the colour barrier with shades of rich pink. In addition to this, $1.00 from the sale of every plant is donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Hydrangea paniculata ‘ILVOBO’ (PP22,782, CBR4910) 80cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
white
Bobo™ Hydrangea
July and August
Zone 3
This dwarf hydrangea is completely engulfed in large white blooms in summer. The stems are stiff and upright and hold the flowers up proudly for an eye-catching display. Excellent in small yards. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Bombshell’ (PP21,008) 80cm x 90cm
Bobo™ Hydrangea
full sun to partial shade
white, large
Bombshell Hydrangea
July and August
Zone 3
This is a terrific breakthrough with profuse flowering all summer long on a densely formed and very tidy plant. There are more flowers on this than any other Hydrangea paniculata variety. This great selection comes from Ball Ornamentals.
Hydrangea paniculata ‘SMHPFL’ (PP25,135,CBRAF) 125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
rich pink
Fire Light™ Hydrangea
July and August
Zone 3
Fire Light™ is a terrific new plant with upright, dense flower heads that transform from pure white to rich pomegranate-pink. The thick and sturdy stems make a great presentation in the landscape. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Limelight’ (PP12,874, CBR2319) 125cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
green to ivory
Limelight Hydrangea
August and September
Zone 3
Unique lime green blooms in mid summer turn to a deeper ivory tone in the fall. Flower heads are massive and are held upright. Excellent in mass or as a specimen. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Fire Light™ Hydrangea
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Little Lamb’ (PP15,395) 100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
white
Little Lamb Hydrangea
July to September
Zone 3
Little Lamb is a wonderful selection for smaller gardens and tight spots. The flowers come in delicate white masses and are dependable year after year in northern gardens. This also does well as a cutflower fresh or dried. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Jane’ (PP22,330,CBR3914) 100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
white
Little Lime™ Hydrangea
July to September
Zone 3
Little Lime is a dwarf form of the ever popular Limelight and sports the same great flowers and colour scheme, except it is about one third the size and is a great fit for smaller urban landscapes. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Bombshell Hydrangea
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Hydrangea paniculata ‘SMHPLQF’ (PPAF,CBRAF) 90cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
white/burgundy
Little Quick Fire® Hydrangea
June to September
Zone 3
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It has the same early bloom time as Quick Fire™, but this dwarf plant is about one third the size. The flowers quickly age to deep burgundy red before other varieties start to flower. Excellent option for a patio container. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Hydrangea paniculata ‘DVPpinky’ (PP16,166, CBR2892) 125cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
pink, massive
Pinky Winky™ Hydrangea
July to September
Zone 3
Pinky Winky™ is truly amazing because of its hardiness and vigorous flower production. Blooms are often 30cm long and cover the plant all over. Use as a specimen plant or for a stunning hedge. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Bulk’ (PP16,812, CBR3398) 125cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
pink
Little Quick Fire® Hydrangea
Quick Fire™ Hydrangea
May and June
Zone 3
This hydrangea selection is a breakthrough in that it flowers a month sooner than other varieties. It is known for exceptional hardiness and consistency. By the time most other hydrangeas are starting to flower this is already a rich pink showcase. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
LONICERA - Honeysuckle Lonicera tatarica ‘Honeyrose’ 3m x 3m
full sun to partial shade
rosy red
Honeyrose Honeysuckle
May and June
Zone 2
This selection remains in a tidy upright form and produces masses of rosy red blooms over bluish green foliage. Improved over ‘Arnold Red’ for its resistance to aphid damage and its growth habit.
Lonicera x brownii ‘Dropmore Scarlet Trumpet’ 3m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
orange red
Scarlet Trumpet Honeysuckle June and July
Zone 2
Pinky Winky™ Hydrangea
This is one of the best flowering vines for the Prairies due to its hardiness and colorful appeal throughout the summer. The flowers are a unique trumpet shape.
Lonicera x xylosteoides ‘Miniglobe’ 100cm x 100cm
full sun
white
Miniglobe Honeysuckle June
Zone 3
This is a compact, globe shaped shrub whose new leaves contrast nicely with the slightly darker older leaves. It is excellent for a smaller landscape; very hardy.
MICROBIOTA - Cypress Microbiota decussata
20cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Siberian Cypress Zone 2
This hardy evergreen item has foliage somewhere between a fern and a juniper. It remains a low spreading plant and is tolerant of drought and shade. The foliage turns from a medium shade of green in summer to a bronze or copper shade in winter.
Scarlet Trumpet Honeysuckle
PARTHENOCISSUS - Ivy Parthenocissus quinquefolia 6m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
Virginia Creeper Zone 2
This is a very popular climbing vine due to its hardiness and vigor. The large green leaves turn to bright shades of red in the fall.
Parthenocissus quinquefolia ‘Engelmanii’ 6m x 3m
full sun to partial shade
Engleman Ivy Zone 3
This ivy is an aggressive one which needs no support; it clings tightly to smooth surfaces and remains in place. Excellent choice for covering a wall or large exposed surface.
PHILADELPHUS - Mockorange Philadelphus lewisi ‘Blizzard’
150cm x 90cm full sun to partial shade
white, fragrant
Blizzard Mockorange
June and July
Zone 2
Siberian Cypress
This medium sized shrub is covered with masses of fragrant white blossoms in the middle of June. It is very hardy and does well despite hard winters.
Philadelphus x ‘Snowbelle’
125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
white, fragrant
Snowbelle Mockorange
June and July
Zone 3
This terrific Canadian introduction keeps a great compact form and produces loads of pure white, double blooms which have a compelling citrus-like fragrance. This plant should be placed near walkways or patios where this can be enjoyed!
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Snowbelle Mockorange
PHYSOCARPUS - Ninebark
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Phycocarpus opulifolius ‘Jefam’ (PPAF) 150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Amber Jubilee® Ninebark
white
July and August
Zone 3
This ninebark was selected for its striking foliage which emerges in bright tones of orange and yellow and deepens to shades of burgundy and purple in the fall. It keeps a rounded and dense form and is excellent in feature plantings or in mass or hedging. First Editions® Collection
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Podaras 1’ (PP22,361) 75cm x 75cm
Amber Jubilee® Ninebark
full sun to partial shade
Burgundy Candy Ninebark
white
July and August
Zone 3
Rich burgundy foliage is persistent from spring until fall. White blooms appear in early summer. Compact habit is excellent for foundation and shrub border use. Good mildew resistance.
Phycocarpus opulifolius ‘Mindia’ (PP16,371, CBR2892) 175cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
pinkish white
Coppertina™ Ninebark
July and August
Zone 3
This selection brings a fresh look to the group of ninebark plants with a blend of purple and golden foliage. The leaves begin the summer as a very coppery shade of red and by fall are a rich red hue. Pinkish white flowers grow in summer. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Dart’s Gold’
150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Dart’s Gold Ninebark
white
July and August
Zone 2
This shrub is one of the best medium sized, golden leaved shrubs available on the Prairies. It has good vigour and hardiness.
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Monlo’ (PP11,211)
Burgundy Candy Ninebark
150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Diabolo® Ninebark
white
July and August
Zone 3
This is a very distinguished plant with deep purple leaves and good form. The creamy white flowers accent nicely with the dark foliage.
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Podaras 3’ (PP22,362) 90cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
Lemon Candy Ninebark
white
July and August
Zone 3
Brilliant fluorescent golden foliage covers this plant all summer long. It loves the sunshine and keeps a nice tidy and compact form so is well suited to the confined spaces of today’s landscapes.
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Seward’ (PP14,821, CBR2641) 150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
white
Summer Wine™ Ninebark
July and August
Zone 3
Summer Wine™ is an improvement over Diabolo® with increased stem strength and greater density. It is a strong grower but maintains a tidier and more compact form. The creamy white flowers and compact habit make this a wonderful selection. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Summer Wine™ Ninebark
Tiny Wine™ Ninebark
Physocarpus opulifolius ‘SMPOTW’ (PPAF,CBRAF) 100cm x 90cm full sun to partial shade
white
July and August
Zone 3
This great new ninebark is the most compact on the market, but yet it brings improved vigor and a sturdy upright habit. The leaves are glossy and small and the flower displays are exceptional and make a terrific impression both in containers and in the landscape. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
POTENTILLA - Potentilla Potentilla fruticosa ‘Coronation Triumph’ 100cm x 90cm
full sun
bright yellow
Coronation Triumph Potentilla June to September
Zone 2
This variety provides bright yellow blooms all summer long and is very tolerant of drought and poor soil quality. Many uses can be found in the landscape.
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Goldfinger’ 100cm x 100cm
Tiny Wine™ Ninebark
full sun
golden yellow
Goldfinger Potentilla
June to September
Zone 2
Goldfinger has large yellow flowers and has larger leaves than most potentillas. It grows in a dense and compact manner; it requires very little maintenance.
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Goldstar’ 75cm x 100cm
full sun
deep yellow
Goldstar Potentilla
June to September
Zone 2
The blooms on this compact selection are some of the largest from the entire potentilla collection. It remains quite low growing and is excellent in borders.
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Kupinpa’ (PP22,732) 75cm x 100cm
full sun
pink
Happy Face® Pink Paradise Potentilla June to September
Zone 2
A better pink potentilla! The clear pink, semi-double flowers hold their colour longer than other pink potentillas. An excellent choice for low-maintenance colour all summer long. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Happy Face® Pink Paradise Potentilla
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Potentilla fruticosa ‘White Lady’ (PP22,761) 75cm x 100cm
full sun
white
Happy Face® White Potentilla June to September
Zone 2
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Extra large, pure white flowers adorn this plant from spring to late summer. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Lundy’ (PP22,176, CBR4912) 75cm x 100cm
full sun
deep yellow
Happy Face® Yellow Potentilla June to September
Zone 2
The big, bright flowers will stand out from all others, blooming in abundance from spring until late summer. The dense habit and dark, healthy foliage adds to its appeal. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Potentilla fruticosa ‘UMan’ (PP12,258, CBR0755) 60cm x 90cm
full sun
orange, yellow
Mango Tango™ Potentilla
June to September
Happy Face® White Potentilla
Zone 2
As a recent development from the University of Manitoba, this potentilla selection is sure to fit into the Prairie landscape. Due to it’s size, it will fit into many different applications. The bicolour flowers are most dramatic in cooler weather.
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Pink Beauty’ (PP9,874, CBR0174) 100cm x 100cm
full sun
pink
Pink Beauty® Potentilla
June to September
Zone 2
The clear pink blooms on this plant are a nice contrast to the clean green foliage beneath. The flower colour is best in cooler weather.
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Snowbird’ 75cm x 75cm
full sun
bright white
Snowbird Potentilla
June to September
Zone 2
Snowbird has clean and bright foliage. Flowers are mostly double on mature plants. The consistently bright flowers make this easily the best white potentilla available.
Happy Face® Yellow Potentilla
PRUNUS - Cherry Prunus triloba ‘Multiplex’ 3m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
double pink
Double Flowering Plum May
Zone 3
This large shrub can be easily noticed when it is covered in pink blossoms in early spring before the leaves appear. A good hardy background plant in the landscape.
Prunus x cistena
200cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
pink
June
Cistena Cherry Zone 3
The deep reddish purple foliage makes this shrub stand out all season long. It is a very popular plant in the landscape and provides excellent contrast.
RHODODENDRON - Rhododendron Rhododendron x ‘Amy Cotta’ (PP11,311) 75cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
lavender
Amy Cotta Rhododendron
June and July
Zone 4
Mango Tango™ Potentilla
This is a rich pink, heavy flowering form of PJM and brings with it a dense and semi-dwarf habit. The foliage is glossy and small and stays clean all summer. It is an excellent plant for smaller sites. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Rhododendron x ‘PJM’
125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
lavender
PJM Rhododendron
June and July
Zone 4
Early spring blooms contrast nicely with the dark foliage. The leaves turn to a rich mahogany in the fall, and this variety is one of the hardiest in its family.
RHUS - Sumac Cutleaf Smooth Sumac
Rhus glabra ‘Laciniata’ 200cm x 200cm
partial shade
Zone 3
This is similar to the ordinary smooth sumac except with divided leaves. It tends to spread out and is good in mass plantings. The foliage .
Amy Cotta Rhododendron
Tiger Eyes® Staghorn Sumac
Rhus typhina ‘Bailtiger’ (PP16,185)
150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Zone 4
Tiger Eyes® is a wonderful Bailey introduction with leaves developing as bright lemon green but soon changing to a rich golden shade. The brilliant fall colours of yellow, orange, and scarlet really mark out this selection. First Editions® Collection
RIBES - Currant Ribes alpinum
100cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
Alpine Currant Zone 2
This dense compact shrub is a favorite for hedges. The Schmidt form that we grow is resistant to mildew. It is quite responsive to shearing and trimming.
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Tiger Eyes® Staghorn Sumac
Ribes sibirica
200cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Siberian Currant
Zone 2
SHRUBS
This is another suitable hedging plant and is slightly larger and more robust than Alpine Currant. It has improved fall coloration and has golden twigs in winter.
ROSA - Rose The Never Alone Rose™ Never Alone Foundation in partnership with the Canadian Football League Alumni Association and the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association presents the Never Alone Rose.
Never Alone Rose™
Never Alone Foundation is a national registered charity committed to improving the lives of people affected by cancer. Your purchase of this resilient Canadian rose helps to ensure cancer patients and their families are Never Alone in their journey.
Rosa
75cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
red/white
June to August
Never Alone™
Zone 3
A superb made-in‐Canada dwarf rose. This highly disease resistant Morden selected hardy rose has deep green leaf colour with saw-tooth edges. The flower (4-5cm) with deep red edges and vibrant white middle to a pale yellow is undeniably spectacular.
The Canadian Artists Series Canadian Artist roses are exciting new releases from AAFC through work at the research stations in Morden, MB and St.Jean, QC. They have been developed for Prairie hardiness and are own rooted and repeat bloomers.
Rosa
Campfire™ Rose
90cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
June to August
Bill Reid™
Zone 3
This great plant brings a compact form and good disease resistance along with rich yellow blooms throughout the summer.
Rosa
90cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
June to August
Campfire™
Zone 3
This terrific selection has tri-coloured flowers in shades of red, yellow, and white and forms a tidy, durable plant. It has great disease resistance and season long interest.
Rosa
90cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
red
June to August
Emily Carr™
Zone 3
This second release from the Canadian Artists Series is named after the famous Canadian painter. It covers itself in clusters of large, deep red blooms all season. This is sure to be a long-term winner with its rich flower colour, disease resistant foliage and cold hardiness.
Emily Carr™ Rose
Rosa
90cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
red
June to August
Felix Leclerc™
Zone 3
This prolific cultivar is an upright shrub and covers itself in clusters of large, pink blooms all season long. It has arching growth, pink flowers and exceptional disease resistance.
The Parkland Series Parkland roses are our own prairie developed roses from the Morden Research Centre. They are the result of many crosses using the native prairie rose, Rosa arkansana and exhibit remarkable hardiness and vigour. The series was first introduced in the 1960s and has had many years since to prove its worth in the frigid Canadian prairies.
Rosa
125cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
crimson red
Cuthbert Grant
June to August
Zone 2
This award winning rose has become a favorite with Prairie gardeners over the years. Its hardiness, vigour, and disease resistance make it worthy of all acclaim it receives. The flowers produced all summer resemble hybrid tea roses in their fully double form.
Morden Blush Rose
Rosa (PP8054) 60cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
ivory to pink
June to August
Morden Blush
Zone 2
This selection is loved for the masses of light pink, double blossoms which cover its clean foliage throughout the entire summer. Flowers are a richer shade of pink in cooler weather.
Rosa (PP8060) 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
orange red
Morden Fireglow
June to August
Zone 2
A unique shade somewhere between orange and red make these semi-double blossoms a real showpiece in Prairie gardens. The form is compact and tidy and disease resistance is excellent.
Rosa (PP9122) 60cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
deep pink red
Winnipeg Parks
June to August
Zone 2
These fragrant, double blooms are borne all summer and are accented by the deep, attractive foliage of the shrub. The fruit is also an attractive red colour.
Winnipeg Parks Rose
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SALIX - Willow 200cm x 200cm
Flame Willow
full sun
SHRUBS
Salix alba ‘Flame’
Zone 2
This variety is named for the bright orange-red stems exhibited year round. Foliage remains a glossy green throughout the summer but has lovely golden yellow fall colour.
Dwarf Blue Leaf Arctic Willow
Salix purpurea ‘Nana’
100cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
Zone 2
This makes an excellent accent plant with its unusual blue, fine textured foliage. The twigs turn purple in winter; it makes an excellent hedge.
Black Tower Elder
SAMBUCUS - Elderberry Sambucus nigra ‘Gerda’ (PP12,305, CBR2663) 250cm x 200cm
full sun
light pink
Black Beauty™ Elder
July and August
Zone 3
Black Beauty™ is a special elder with bright purple foliage and light pink blossoms. The colours are rich and very intense. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Sambucus racemosa ‘EIFFEL 1’ (PP23,633) 150cm x 80cm
full sun
pink
Black Tower Elder
June and July
Zone 4
The fantastic burgundy colored foliage on this upright shrub creates a garden spire to behold. Softly cut edges provide an elegant texture. Bright pink flowers are followed by blackish red berries that provide seasonal forage for wildlife. Deciduous.
Sambucus racemosa ‘Goldenlocks’ 90cm x 90cm
full sun
white
Goldenlocks Elder
June and July
Zone 3
Goldenlocks is a proven variety developed in Manitoba with great form and texture. The golden leaves are very finely divided and the branching is sturdy. Red berries appear by late summer.
Sambucus racemosa ‘SMNSRD4’ (PPAF, CBRAF) 200cm x 200cm
full sun
white
Lemony Lace™ Elder
Lemony Lace™ Elder
June and July
Zone 3
It’s a colorful, shaggy mound of gold threads with colorful reddish new growth. The foliage is deeply cut resulting in a compact irregular mound with extremely fine texture. White spring flowers produce red fruit in fall. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
SORBARIA - False Spirea Sorbaria sorbifolia ‘Sem’ (PP16,336) 100cm x 100cm
partial to full shade
creamy white
Sem False Spirea
July and August
Zone 3
This plant will forever change the way you think about Sorbaria! Wonderful pinkish red foliage appears in spring and slowly changes to a take on a greenish hue. Masses of creamy white blossoms cover the plant in summer. Excellent as a compact accent plant or dense hedge.
Sem False Spirea
SPIRAEA - Spirea Spiraea betulifolia ‘Tor Gold’ (PPAF,CBRAF) 60cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
white
Glow Girl® Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
Bright lemon lime foliage shines brightly throughout the summer on this outstanding little plant. The spring flowers are pure white and the habit is perfectly tidy and compact. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Spiraea betulifolia ‘Tor’ 60cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
white
Tor Birch Leaf Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
This is a special new spirea with rounded leaves and a compact, mounding form. Flat clusters of white pom-pom flowers adorn the plant through the summer. Foliage is a shade of bluish green.
Spiraea bumalda ‘Goldflame’ 75cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Goldflame Spirea
June to August
Zone 3
Glow Girl® Spirea
This makes an excellent accent plant with its rich golden bronze foliage. The flowers are a nice shade of pink and continue throughout the summer. A proven Prairie item.
Spiraea japonica ‘Mertyann’ 40cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
bright pink
Dakota Goldcharm® Spirea June and July
Zone 3
This shrub is considered by some to be the best compact spirea selection available. It maintains a tidy form and produces golden foliage that gets brighter with time. The flowers continue throughout the summer.
Spiraea japonica ‘Galen’ (PP21,712,CBR4072) 75cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
rich pink
Double Play® Artisan® Spirea June and July
Zone 3
These great spireas are marked by vibrant foliage and bright, full flowers. This variety has bluegreen foliage that emerges as rich purple in spring. The rich, pure pink flowers are unique and make a lovely cap for this full, compact mounded shrub. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
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Double Play® Artisan® Spirea
Spiraea japonica ‘Tracy’ (PP21,588,CBR4073) 90cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Double Play® Big Bang™ Spirea June and July
Zone 3
SHRUBS
Massive pink flowers that hardly seem normal for spireas adorn bright yellow foliage throughout the summer. Spring foliage glows orange and is a real eye-catcher. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Spiraea japonica ‘SMSMBK’ (PPAF,CBRAF) 90cm x 90cm
Double Play® Big Bang® Spirea
full sun to partial shade
white
Double Play® Blue Kazoo® Spirea June and July
Zone 3
Cool blue foliage is the perfect contrast to this hardy plant’s crisp white blooms. Hints of burgundy in the new growth foreshadow the rich red foliage colour it develops in fall. Excellent neat mounding form. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Spiraea japonica ‘Yan’ (PP21,615,CBR4079) 40cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
bright pink
Double Play® Gold Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
These great spireas are marked by vibrant foliage and bright, full flowers. People love this variety for its rich, golden foliage and abundant pure pink flowers. It maintains a wonderful tidy form. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Spiraea japonica ‘SMNSJMFR’ (PPAF, CBRAF) 60cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
red
Double Play® Red Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
A flower colour breakthrough, this is the first and only spirea with true red flowers. Add in showy burgundy spring foliage for a perfect combo. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Spiraea japonica ‘Fire Light’ 60cm x 90cm
Double Play® Red Spirea
full sun to partial shade
pink
Fire Light Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
This newer variety has a great compact form and rich orange foliage which will not revert to green like Goldflame often does. An excellent cold-hardy staple plant for the Prairie landscape.
Spiraea japonica ‘Goldmound’ 60cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Goldmound Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
This is a dwarf ball-shaped plant with bright yellow leaves and pink flowers. The flowers develop in early summer and the foliage gets brighter with time.
Spiraea japonica ‘Little Princess’ 60cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
rose pink
Little Princess Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
Masses of bright pink flowers cover this shrub in the summer and provide a nice contrast with the dark green foliage underneath. Suitable for many different landscape applications.
Spiraea japonica ‘Magic Carpet’ (PP9,363) 60cm x 60cm
Neon Flash Spirea
full sun to partial shade
dark pink
Magic Carpet™ Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
This colourful plant with its lime green leaves tipped with red is a must have for the landscape. The fall colour is a dramatic shade of red. Dark pink flowers are a highlight in mid summer.
Spiraea japonica ‘Neon Flash’ 60cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
neon red
Neon Flash Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
Bright neon-red flowers appear over a long period and are offset by a neat mound of rich green foliage that becomes dark burgundy in fall. Creates a colorful low hedge or mass planting.
Spiraea media ‘Darsnorm’
100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
white
Snow Storm™ Spirea
June and July
Zone 3
This variety is noted for its massive white domes of bloom held above large, soft green leaves. The fall colour is superb with shades of purple and red foliage. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Spiraea x van houtei ‘Bridal Wreath’
Snow Storm™ Spirea
200cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
white
Bridal Wreath Spirea
June and July
Zone 2
This medium sized shrub produces long arching branches covered with masses of pure white flowers. It tends to slowly spread outward and is very hardy.
SYRINGA - Lilac
O
ur larger lilacs are generally classed into three groups: American Lilacs, Preston Lilacs, and French Lilacs. American Lilacs (S. x hyacinthiflora) flower heavily early in the season, are very fragrant, and are non-suckering. Preston Lilacs (S. x prestoniae) flower very late and are marked by extreme hardiness and a tight, non-suckering habit. French Lilacs (S. vulgaris) are the classic lilacs with mid-spring fragrant blossoms and large, upright form.
Syringa x hyacinthiflora ‘Mount Baker’ 3m x 3m
full sun to partial shade
white
May
Mount Baker Lilac
Zone 2
Fragrant and incredibly prolific single blooms cover this plant in the spring. It grows to be a large shrub and will always be a focal point when in bloom.
Mount Baker Lilac
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Syringa x hyacinthiflora ‘Pocahontas’ 3m x 3m
full sun to partial shade
deep purple
May
Pocahontas Lilac Zone 2
SHRUBS
This selection has excellent hardiness and vigor and has long been a favorite on the Prairies. The single flowers open with a reddish tinge and deepen to purple.
Syringa meyeri ‘Palibin’
100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
lilac pink
Dwarf Korean Lilac
May and June
Zone 3
This dwarf lilac has excellent uniform growth and overall vigour. It forms a low clump and slowly spreads outward. The flowers are highly fragrant and showy.
Syringa patula ‘Miss Kim’
200cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
lavender
June and July
Miss Kim Lilac Zone 3
Pocahontas Lilac
This introduction has distinctive bluish panicles of fragrant blossoms that occur later in the summer. Fall finds the flowers turning deeper purple and foliage turning a deep purplish green.
Syringa x prestoniae ‘Coral’ 3m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
light pink
Coral Lilac
June
Zone 3
This lilac selection has thick, leathery leaves and is quite fast growing. Large clusters of flowers are held above the foliage.
Syringa x prestoniae ‘Donald Wyman’ 3m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
reddish purple
Donald Wyman Lilac
June
Zone 3
This lilac selection has thick, leathery leaves and is quite fast growing. Large clusters of flowers are held above the foliage.
Syringa x prestoniae ‘Minuet’ 3m x 150cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Minuet Lilac
June
Zone 2
Minuet Lilac
This is a very hardy large shrub suitable for the Prairie landscape. Pale pink flowers are produced in early summer. Minuet is the most compact Preston lilac.
Syringa x prestoniae ‘Royalty’ 4m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
royal purple
Royalty Lilac
June
Zone 2
Dark, royal purple flower clusters rise above the foliage on this large shrub. It is the largest of the Preston series and is very hardy.
Syringa vulgaris ‘Charles Joly’ 3m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
reddish purple
May
Charles Joly Lilac Zone 3
This French hybrid lilac grows vigorously and produces larges trusses of deep red flowers in late spring. It suckers and is excellent for a large hedge. Very fragrant.
Syringa vulgaris ‘Madame Lemoine’ 3m x 3m
full sun to partial shade
white
Madame Lemoine Lilac May
Zone 3
Sensation Lilac
This showy lilac bears panicles of double white flowers on a wide, spreading bush. It has been used for decades in cold regions and is a very dependable selection.
Syringa vulgaris ‘President Grevy’ 3m x 2.5m
full sun to partial shade
lilac blue
President Grevy Lilac
May
Zone 3
Double lilac blue blossoms are produced in abundance on this vigorous shrub. Nice upright growth habit and heavy fragrance.
Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ 3m x 3m
full sun to partial shade
purple/white
May
Sensation Lilac Zone 3
This outstanding lilac produces a unique bi-colour flower over darker foliage than most of the French hybrids. The flower is a deep shade of purple with a crisp white border.
Syringa vulgaris ‘Wonderblue’
125cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
sky blue
May
Wonderblue Lilac Zone 3
Bloomerang® Dark Purple Lilac
This compact grower has single, sky blue flowers and makes a wonderful addition to the landscape with limited space. It is also useful as a cutflower.
Syringa x ‘SMSJBP7’ (PPAF,CBRAF)
150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
deep lilac
Bloomerang® Dark Purple Lilac June and August
Zone 3
This new development brings increased vigour and a slightly larger size than Bloomerang® Purple, but it packs tons of showy, fragrant, and recurring blooms into the landscape all summer long. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Syringa x ‘Penda’ (PP20,575,CBR4071) 125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
deep lilac
Bloomerang® Purple Lilac
June and August
Zone 3
This great plant comes as a result of a search for a dwarf lilac with improved flower colour and display as well as a re-blooming habit. It has a compact, full growth habit and exhibits resistance to mildew and other leaf diseases. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
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Bloomerang® Purple Lilac
VIBURNUM - Cranberry
SHRUBS
Viburnum dentatum ‘Christom’
150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Blue Muffin® Arrowwood
white
May and June
Zone 3
This outstanding arrowwood selection is compact and produces masses of white flowers in late spring which are followed by blue berries in fall. It tolerates either sun or shade and has remarkable reddish fall colour. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Viburnum opulus ‘Nanum’ 60cm x 60cm
Blue Muffin® Arrowwood
partial to full shade
Dwarf European Cranberry
white
June
Zone 3
This compact shrub is grown for its display of green foliage in a tidy form. It is suitable for shaded locations. The white flowers are quite small and insignificant.
Viburnum opulus ‘Sterile’ 3m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
Snowball Viburnum
white
June
Zone 2
Snowball produces large clusters of white flowers in June that look like giant snowballs. A very hardy and vigorous shrub.
Viburnum trilobum ‘Bailey Compact’
100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
white
Bailey Compact American Cranberry June
Zone 2
This compact cranberry form is wonderful for smaller landscapes. The foliage is a rich green that turns a delightful shade of red in the fall. Produces white flowers followed by red fruit.
Viburnum trilobum ‘J.N. Select’
200cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Crimson Kisses™ Weigela
white
Redwing® American Cranberry June
Zone 2
This great selection has terrific spring foliage which is tinted red followed by pure white flowers. Bright red fruit appears in fall and persists throughout the winter season. Fall foliage is a stunning shade of red. It remains more compact and tidy than the species.
WEIGELA - Weigela Weigela florida ‘Slingco 1’ (PPAF, CBRAF) 70cm x 70cm
full sun to partial shade
bright red
Crimson Kisses™ Weigela
June to September
Zone 4
This reblooming beauty will make you feel loved all summer long, with its extended flowering time. Features an abundance of bright red bell-shaped flowers, with a compact form that behaves well in the landscape.
Weigela florida ‘Carlton’ (PP20,025, CBR3860) 125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
My Monet™ Weigela
reddish pink
Ghost™ Weigela
June to September
Zone 3
This great Weigela has eye-catching buttery foliage which becomes somehwat irridescent as the summer heat comes. Dark, reddish-pink flowers cover the plant in early summer and again in mid and late summer as this is considered a re-bloomer. Provides interest all season long. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Weigela florida ‘Minuet’ 90cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
magenta
Minuet Weigela
June to August
Zone 3
This is likely the hardiest of the weigelas and can be counted on from year to year. The flowers are a nice bright shade of pink and have slight fragrance. Foliage is green with a purplish hue.
Weigela florida ‘Verweig’ (PP16,824, CBR3315) 30cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
rich pink
My Monet™ Weigela
June to August
Zone 3
My Monet™ is one of the most exciting Weigelas in the entire collection. It provides constant colour even without the flowers, but the complete package makes an irresistable item for borders or feature containers. Foliage is brightly variegated in tones of green, pink, and white. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Maroon Swoon™ Weigela
Weigela florida ‘Slingco 2’ (PPAF, CBRAF) 125cm x 80cm full sun to partial shade
deep red
Maroon Swoon™ Weigela
June to September
Zone 4
One look at the extravagant deep red blooms will make your heart beat a little faster. Abundant rich red blooms on deep green foliage that contrasts for a stunning effect.
Weigela florida ‘Red Prince’
125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
rich red
Red Prince Weigela
June to August
Zone 3
Produces bright red flowers that retain their colour as time goes on rather than fading. A second bloom often occurs in mid summer. Foliage is a medium shade of green.
Weigela florida ‘Bokraspiwi’ (PP23,781, CBR4655) 40cm x 70cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Spilled Wine® Weigela
June to August
Zone 4
Stunning dark red, wavy leaves and a spreading habit with hot pink-magenta flowers. This is a smaller plant that is wider than it is tall. A wonderful plant for adding lots of color in mass plantings. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Spilled Wine® Weigela
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Wine and Roses® Weigela
Weigela florida ‘Alexandra’ (PP10,772, CBR2642) 125cm x 90cm full sun to partial shade
pink
June to August
Zone 4
Produces very clean dark purple foliage and is covered throughout the summer with rosy pink flowers. Excellent contrast between flowers and foliage makes this an outstanding shrub. Proven Winners® Color Choice® Flowering Shrubs
Weigela florida ‘Velda’ (PPAF, CBRAF) 70cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
white
Tuxedo™ Weigela
June to September
Zone 4
Add a touch of classy elegance to your garden. True white bell shaped flowers are a striking contrast against the dark foliage.
Wine and Roses® Weigela
SMALL FRUIT
SMALL FRUIT AMELANCHIER - Saskatoon Amelanchier alnifolia ‘Lee #3’
175cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
purple
July
Lee #3 Saskatoon Zone 3
This great selection ripens earlier than most varieties and has nicely sized fruit which is great for fresh eating and processing. The plant remains compact and tidy and is great for homeowners.
Amelanchier alnifolia ‘Lee #8’ 2m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
purple
July
Tuxedo™ Weigela
Lee #8 Saskatoon Zone 3
This is a variety to choose for consistent fruiting, good yields, and good eating. It comes as a cross from Thiessen and Northline.
Amelanchier alnifolia ‘Martin’
300cm x 250cm full sun to partial shade
purple
Martin Saskatoon
July to August
Zone 2
This variety was selected by Dieter Martin in Saskatchewan for exceptionally large and tasty fruit with a very uniform ripening habit. The plant is vigorous but maintains good upright form.
Amelanchier alnifolia ‘Nelson’
150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
purple
Nelson Saskatoon
July to August
Zone 2
Nelson is a late blooming variety producing lovely fruit with a reduced number of seeds. The plant is compact and exhibits excellent hardiness.
Amelanchier alnifolia ‘Smoky’ 3m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
purple
July
Martin Saskatoon
Smoky Saskatoon Zone 3
Of all the saskatoons available, this is likely the most popular. The fruit is large and good to eat and works well in commercial applications.
ASPARAGUS - Asparagus Asparagus officinalis ‘Millennium’ 125cm x 100cm
full sun
rich green spears
Millennium Asparagus
April and May
Zone 2
This new male hybrid sets the standard for vigour, yield, and disease resistance. It is noted for consistency from season to season.
FRAGERIA - Strawberry Frageria
25cm x 50cm
full sun
bright red and juicy
Strawberry Zone 2
Millennium Asparagus
These variety selections will perform well in cold regions and provide a variety of everbearing and the more traditional summer-bearing habit. Cultivar:
Description:
Fort Laramie .................... everbearing, mid sized fruit from June to September Kent ........... June-bearing, heavy yields of large, juicy fruit, good for commercial Seascape ............................................ day-neutral, mid-sized fruit, great for planters Tristar ........................... day-neutral, nicely sized, juicy and sweet, very productive
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Fort Laramie Strawberry
LONICERA - Honeysuckle Lonicera caerulea ‘Aurora’ 125cm x 125cm
full sun
blue
Aurora Honeyberry
June
Zone 2
This variety has excellent fruit size and tremendous overall vigor. Native to Russia, these plants are very hardy. This variety is also useful as a pollinator for Borealis and Tundra.
Lonicera caerulea ‘Borealis’ 125cm x 125cm
Borealis Honeyberry
full sun
blue
Borealis Honeyberry
June
Zone 2
This new development comes from Dr. Bob Bors at the University of Saskatchewan and is a part of the Haskap group of selections. These have similar traits to the other honeyberries but exhibit improved nutraceutical qualitites and significantly larger fruit size. Use Honeybee as a pollinator.
SMALL FRUIT
Lonicera caerulea ‘Honeybee’ 150cm x 125cm
full sun
blue
Honeybee Honeyberry
June
Zone 2
This new variety from the U of S has been developed as a new pollinator for the existing varieties. It brings improved fruit qualities when compared to older varieties and has an aggressive and upright habit making it ideal for pollinating nearby plants.
Lonicera caerulea ‘Tundra’ 125cm x 125cm
full sun
blue
Tundra Honeyberry
June
Zone 2
This variety has been selected as the best for use in applications involving mechanical handling. The fruit picks clean off the plant without any bleeding and remains firm while maintaining excellent flavour for both fresh eating and processing. Use Honeybee as a pollinator.
Carmine Jewel Cherry
PRUNUS - Cherry Prunus x cerasus ‘Carmine Jewel’ 2.5m x 2m
full sun
dark red
Carmine Jewel Cherry
August
Zone 2
Carmine Jewel has been gaining in popularity in recent years due to it’s widespread success in the landscape. It is very hardy and produces piles of fruit good for eating, cooking, flavouring, or making wine. It is also an excellent landscape plant.
Prunus x cerasus ‘Crimson Passion’ 2.5m x 2m
full sun
bright red, large
Crimson Passion Cherry
August
Zone 2
Crimson Passion produces the largest and sweetest fruit of the Prairie hardy dwarf cherries. Fruit can be eaten fresh or processed and used in cooking.
Prunus x cerasus ‘Cupid’ 2.5m x 2m
Crimson Passion Cherry
full sun
bright red, huge
Cupid Cherry
August to September
Zone 2
This recent release from the group of dwarf cherries produces the largest and the latest fruit. The flavour is good for eating and cooking and the plant shows good vigour.
Prunus x cerasus ‘Juliet’ 2.5m x 2m
full sun
bright red
Juliet Cherry
August to September
Zone 2
This variety is a favourite for fresh picking and eating due to a good sugar content and nicely sized fruit. It has moderate vigour and a low sucker count.
Prunus x cerasus ‘Romeo’ 2.5m x 2m
full sun
dark red
Romeo Cherry
August to September
Zone 2
Good fruit for fresh eating and processing. Deep red colour is similar to Carmine Jewel but it ripens later in the season. The plant is very productive and is the best choice for making juice.
Prunus cerasus ‘Evans’ 4m x 3m
Juliet Cherry
full sun
bright red, prolific
August
Evans Cherry
Zone 2
The tasty fruit produced in late summer is abundant and can be counted on year after year. It is good for all manner of things including eating and cooking.
RHEUM - Rhubarb Rheum rhubarbum ‘Canada Red’
100cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
bright red
Canada Red Rhubarb
May to September
Zone 1
This variety consistently produces red stalks throughout the clump. The stalks are quite juicy and flavourful and the plant is extremely hardy.
Rheum rhubarbum ‘Macdonald’
100cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
bright red
Macdonald Rhubarb
May to September
Zone 1
This popular variety has large, bright red stalks. It is a vigorous grower and boasts exceptional resistance to root disease..
Macdonald Rhubarb
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RIBES - Currant Ribes ‘Ben Nevis’ 90cm x 90cm
full sun to partial shade
black
Ben Nevis Black Currant
July and August
Zone 2
This is a very productive plant with large, firm berries. The plants are very disease resistant, hardy, and dependable.
Ribes ‘Red Lake’
125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
red
Red Lake Red Currant
July and August
Zone 2
Red Lake is a vigorous selection that is one of the first to break dormancy and it produces heavily. The red fruit is good for wines and jellies.
Ribes ‘White Pearl’
white
July and August
Zone 3
SMALL FRUIT
125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
Ben Nevis Black Currant
White Pearl Currant
A prolific bearer once fully established. In spring, clusters of yellow-green flowers are followed by long, hanging clusters of ripe, round, “pearl-white” berries. Great fresh or in jellies and pies.
Ribes hirtellum ‘Hinnonmaki Red’
125cm x 125cm full sun to partial shade
red
Hinnonmaki Red Gooseberry July and August
Zone 2
Hinnonmaki Red produces large red fruit which is excellent for eating fresh as well as making tarts and jams.
Ribes x nidigrolaria
175cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
deep purple
July and August
Jostaberry Zone 3
This plant is a cross between black currants and gooseberries and brings along the best of both fruits. The fruit is larger than a currant and grows on thornless bushes for more pleasant harvesting than goosberries. The fruit is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants and is great for processing.
Hinnonmaki Red Gooseberry
RUBUS - Raspberry Rubus
200cm x 100cm
full sun
dark red, tasty
Boyne Raspberry
July and August
Zone 2
Boyne has likely been the best producer we’ve ever sold. It consistently produces lots of nicely sized and flavorful fruit and is good for eating and cooking.
Rubus
200cm x 100cm
full sun
deep gold
Fall Gold Raspberry
July and August
Zone 3
This terrific producer brings large golden fruit in clusters throughout the summer. The fruit is firm and very sweet and flavourful and is very suitable for fresh eating.
Rubus
150cm x 100cm
full sun
rich red
Red Bounty Raspberry
July and August
Zone 2
This is another introduction from the U of S and was the clear winner in a recent field trial in southern Alberta. It yields exceptionally well and has a sweeter taste than conventional varieties.
Rubus
200cm x 100cm
full sun
dark red, huge
Jostaberry
Red Mammoth Raspberry
July and August
Zone 2
This introduction from the University of Saskatchewan produces loads of the largest raspberries you’ve ever seen. The sweet fruit is ripe in July.
VACCINIUM - Blueberry Vaccinium
100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
dark blue
Chippewa Blueberry
August
Zone 3
Chippewa is another selection that is completely self-fertile and requires no other pollinator plant. The fruit is somewhat sweeter than Northblue but very similar in its yielding.
Vaccinium
100cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
dark blue
Northblue Blueberry
August
Zone 3
Red Bounty Raspberry
Northblue is a great selection with a great upright form and good vigour. The flavour is distinct and makes for exellent fresh eating.
Vaccinium
75cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
dark blue
Northsky Blueberry
August
Zone 3
Northsky maintains a compact form while producing medium, sweet fruit and doesn’t require any cross-pollination. Valuable as a landscape plant as well.
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Chippewa Blueberry
VITIS - Grape Vitis
6m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
purplish blue
July and August
Beta Grape
Zone 3
This grape selection produces sweet fruit almost as large and tasty as the Ontario Concord grapes. Excellent for eating and processing.
Vitis
6m x 2m
Beta Grape
full sun to partial shade
large rich blue
Big Blue Grape
July and August
Zone 3
This terrific variety loves to show off with large clusters of rich, purpish blue fruit and an individual fruit size that is rarely seen in these cold regions. The delicious fruit is perfect for fresh eating as well as processing.
SHELTER TREES
Vitis
6m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
soft green
Big Green Grape
July and August
Zone 3
Massive clusters of large grapes are the normal for this great new selection. The fruit is not only large, but it is sweet and excellent for fresh consumption as well. A great Prairie hardy variety.
Vitis
6m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
dark blue
July and August
Valiant Grape
Zone 2
Valiant is similar to Beta but matures earlier and exhibits more hardiness. It is a prolific producer and is excellent for making wine and jellies. An excellent choice for the Prairies.
Big Blue Grape
SHELTER TREES POPULUS - Poplar Populus canescens ‘Tower’ 12m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
Tower Poplar
Zone 2
This shelterbelt tree demonstrates good hardiness and disease resistance. It makes a good screen and remains in a very tidy, columnar form.
Big Green Grape
Populus tremula ‘Erecta’ 10m x 1m
full sun to partial shade
Swedish Aspen
Zone 2
This hardy tree makes a good windbreak and adds interest with fall colour. It is seedless for less mess and the branches do not extend to the ground.
Populus x ‘Prairie Sky’ 24m x 4m
full sun to partial shade
Prairie Sky Poplar
Zone 2
This tree is highly desired for its upright growth habit and neat appearance. It grows very rapidly (1m/season) and is resistant to rust and canker.
Populus x ‘ACWS151’ 12m x 3m
full sun to partial shade
Sundancer Poplar
Zone 2
This great new poplar hybrid comes as a PFRA introduction and was selected for great upright and narrow growth as well as resistance to the bronze leaf disease.
Swedish Aspen
Prairie Sky Poplar
Sundancer Poplar
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PERENNIALS ACHILLEA - Yarrow Achillea clypeolata 50cm x 50cm
full sun
golden yellow
Silver Yarrow
June to September
Zone 3
We consider this plant to be one of the most under-rated perennials we grow! Vibrant silver foliage lasts all season long and is accented by bright, golden yellow flowers all summer. Non-invasive.
Achillea millefolium ‘Laura’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun
deep red
Laura Yarrow
June to September
Zone 3
Laura Yarrow
Compact and tidy growth habit topped with ruby-red blooms with white eyes.
Achillea millefolium ‘Little Susie’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun
medium pink
Little Susie Yarrow
June to September
Zone 2
This great variety has medium pink flowers over fine, lacy foliage. The plant is compact and well branched.
Achillea ptarmica ‘Noblessa’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun
double white
Noblessa Yarrow
June and July
Zone 2
These dainty, double white flowers cover the deep green foliage and have a similar look to masses of baby’s breath. The plant is well branched and has a nice, compact form.
ACONITUM - Monkshood 125cm x 80cm full sun to partial shade
purplish blue
July and August
Monkshood Zone 2
Little Susie Yarrow
Tall and very showy throughout the late summer months. Hardy and dependable.
AEGOPODIUM - Goutweed Aegopodium podagraria ‘Variegatum’ 30cm x 60cm
full sun to full shade
creamy white
Bishops Goutweed
June to October
Zone 2
This classic groundcover provides bright cream and green variegation all summer in almost any application. It works best in a confined setting as it has a mildly invasive habit.
AGASTACHE - Anise Hyssop Agastache x ‘Blue Fortune’ 80cm x 60cm
full sun
lavender blue
Blue Fortune Anise Hyssop
August and September
Zone 3
This easy to grow perennial produces lavender blue, bottlebrush flowers on sturdy stems. It blooms for a long period of time and is a great colour source in late summer.
Agastache x ‘Golden Jubilee’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun
purple blue
Blue Fortune Anise Hyssop
Golden Jubilee Anise Hyssop
August and September
Zone 3
This award winning perennial is similar to ‘Blue Fortune’ but has showy golden-chartreuse to lime green foliage depending on sun exposure. Lavender blue, bottlebrush-like flowers are held on strong, upright stems from midsummer to early fall.
AJUGA - Bugleweed Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’ 10cm x 30cm
full sun to full shade
violet blue
Black Scallop Bugleweed
May and June
Zone 3
Shiny, nearly black leaves have neat scalloped edges and violet blue flowers appear in spring.
Ajuga reptans ‘Burgundy Glow’ 10cm x 30cm
full sun to full shade
blue
Burgundy Glow Bugleweed May and June
Zone 3
Foliage is a unique blend of green and cream and burgundy and makes a wonderul groundcover.
Ajuga reptans ‘Chocolate Chip’ 5cm x 20cm
full sun to full shade
blue
Black Scallop Bugleweed
Chocolate Chip Bugleweed May and June
Zone 3
This highly prostrate groundcover has chocolate purple foliage and bright little blue flowers.
Ajuga reptans ‘Golden Glow’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun to full shade
deep blue
Golden Glow Bugleweed
May and June
Zone 3
Forms a low carpet of rounded leaves, brightly splashed with creamy-yellow and mint-green. Short spikes of deep blue flowers appear in mid to late spring. Less vigorous than other Ajuga varieties.
Ajuga reptans ‘Mahogany’ 10cm x 40cm
full sun to full shade
blue
Mahogany Bugleweed
May and June
Zone 3
Provides a cheery display of bright blue flowers in spring over rich mahogany-purple foliage that gets almost black in the fall with cool weather.
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Golden Glow Bugleweed
PERENNIALS
Aconitum napellus
Ajuga reptans ‘Pink Lightning’ 5cm x 25cm
full sun to full shade
medium pink
Pink Lightning Bugleweed
May and June
Zone 3
Magnificent mint green leaves are edged in white and have a crinkly texture. The flowers are prolific and are a great shade of rich pink.
ALCEA - Hollyhocks Alcea ficifolia ‘Las Vegas’ 160cm x 40cm
full sun
single, rich mix
Las Vegas Mixed Hollyhocks
July to September
Zone 3
This great new perennial has a splendid mixture of brilliant colours ranging from brown to red to pink, white, and yellow. The foliage is a unique fig-leaf style and forms a sturdy clump.
Pink Lightning Bugleweed
Alcea rosea ‘Chaters Mix’ 160cm x 30cm
full sun
bright mix
Chaters Mix Hollyhocks
July to September
Zone 3
This well known perennial makes a standout display of fully double blooms though summer. This magnificent mix includes bright tones of red, yellow, salmon, purple, and more.
Alcea rosea ‘Fiesta Time’ 80cm x 30cm
full sun
deep pink
Fiesta Time Hollyhocks
July to September
Zone 3
This vibrant seed selection produces relatively short spikes of double, cerise pink, fringed blossoms beginning in midsummer. This is a first year flowering perennial.
Alcea rosea
160cm x 30cm
Spotlight Single Hollyhocks
full sun
July to September
Zone 3
This new series of an old favourite group of plants produces vibrant colours and single blooms.
PERENNIALS
Cultivar:
Las Vegas Mixed Hollyhocks
Description:
‘Spotlight Blacknight’ .............................................. dark black-purple ‘Spotlight Mars Magic’ ............................................ brilliant shade of red ‘Spotlight Radiant Rose’ ........................................ brilliant pink ‘Spotlight Sunshine’ .................................................. bright cheery light yellow
ALCHEMILLA - Lady’s Mantle Alchemilla mollis 40cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
chartreuse
May to August
Lady’s Mantle Zone 2
The large, circular leaves are a soft shade of green and look refreshing when covered with beads of water after dew or rain showers. The flowers are an almost electric shade of yellow.
ALYSSUM - Alyssum Alyssum montanum ‘Tekara’ 20cm x 40cm
Fiesta Time Hollyhocks
full sun
golden yellow
Tekara Basket-of-Gold
April to June
Zone 3
This is a mat-forming perennial with prostrate stems bearing narrow, grey-green leaves and, in mid to late spring, small clusters of golden-yellow flowers. Excellent in rock gardens and patio pots.
ANEMONE - Anemone Anemone multifida ‘Rubra’ 40cm x 20cm
partial shade
carmine red
Red Cutleaf Anemone
April to June
Zone 2
This hardy perennial branches from its base to make a low mound of airy leaves that are cut into narrow, linear leaflets. A profusion of bright red flowers have a yellow centre.
Anemone sylvestris 40cm x 30cm
partial shade
white
Snowdrop Anemone
April and May
Zone 3
Double white blossoms are a real treat in spring. Bright green foliage remains through summer.
Anemone x ‘Honorine Jobert’
Tekara Basket-of-Gold
80cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
white
Honorine Jobert Anemone
July to September
Zone 3
Elegant, dazzling white flowers surround frilly yellow stamens with chartreuse centers. Large flowers adorn tall waving stems above an attractive mound of rich dark green leaves. Perennial Plant of the Year 2016
ANTENNARIA - Pussytoes Antennaria dioica ‘Rubra’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
wine red
Pussytoes
May
Zone 1
This prostrate groundcover shows off with soft, silvery foliage and wine red flowers in spring.
ANTHEMIS - Marguerite Anthemis carpatica ‘Snow Carpet’ 15cm x 30cm
Honorine Jobert Anemone
full sun
pure white
Snowy Marguerite
May to July
Zone 3
This great little plant forms a dense cushion of fine green foliage and is then smothered with an abundant display of snow white, long-lasting, and re-blooming flowers.
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Anthemis sancti-johannis 40cm x 50cm
full sun
bright orange
Orange Marguerite
July to September
Zone 2
This item is more compact than the others but makes up for it with vibrant lasting orange flowers.
Anthemis tinctoria ‘Charme’ (PP15,200) 30cm x 40cm
full sun
golden yellow
Charme Dwarf Marguerite
July and August
Zone 3
This award winning plant has been selected for its dwarf, compact habit and prolific displays of golden yellow flowers. The flowers are long lived and do not self-seed.
AQUILEGIA - Columbine Aquilegia caerulea ‘Origami Mix’ 35cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
bright mix
Origami Mix Columbine
May to July
Origami Mix Columbine
Zone 2
This columbine has an extended bloom time, up to 12 weeks, which is much longer than the older varieties. It produces large 10cm flowers in a variety of colors including blue, pink, red, white, and yellow. It has a uniform habit and is great in the garden or in patio containers.
Aquilegia canadensis 25cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
bright red/yellow
Little Lanterns Columbine
May and June
Zone 2
This dwarf selection is tough and reliable and has showy red flowers with yellow corollas.
Aquilegia vulgaris ‘Nora Barlow’ 80cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
pink, showy
Nora Barlow Columbine
May and June
Zone 2
The pink flowers on this variety are rimmed with green and white and are striking in the garden.
60cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
vivid mix
McKana’s Giant Columbine May and June
Zone 2
Winky Blue-White Columbine
These plants are a delight with a continual mix of vivid colours throughout early summer.
Aquilegia x vulgaris ‘Winky Blue-White’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
blue/white
Winky Blue-White Columbine May and June
Zone 2
Great upward-facing flowers are held up on durable stems throughout early summer.
Aquilegia x vulgaris ‘Winky Red-White’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
pink/pink
Winky Red-White Columbine May and June
Zone 2
Abundant displays of red and white flowers are held up proudly on sturdy stems all summer long.
Aquilegia x vulgaris ‘Winky Rose-Rose’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
pink/pink
Winky Rose-Rose Columbine May and June
Zone 2
This selection forms a compact, sturdy clump and exhibits rose-pink flowers with pink centres.
ARABIS - Rockcress Arabis caucasica ‘Pixie Cream’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun
pure white
Winky Red-White Columbine
Pixie Cream Rockcress
April and May
Zone 3
This plant forms a mounding cushion of grey-green leaves, completely smothered by sweetly fragrant creamy-yellow flowers in mid spring, each with a tiny yellow eye. Perfect for the rock garden, growing in walls or edging a sunny border.
ARALIA - Spikenard Aralia cordata ‘Sun King’ 80cm x 80cm
partial shade
white
Golden Japanese Spikenard July and August
Zone 3
This new perennial emerges in spring with large, bright gold leaves. The foliage will remain bright gold throughout the summer with minimal sun exposure, but in full shade the tones will be lime green. Tall spikes of tiny white flowers appear in summer followed by inedible, purple berries.
Golden Japanese Spikenard
ARMERIA - Thrift Armeria maritima ‘Bloodstone’ 20cm x 30cm
full sun
pink
Bloodstone Thrift
May and June
Zone 3
Bright purple-pink, ball-shaped flower clusters on thin, leafless stalks held well above tiny mounds of evergreen, grassy foliage. Excellent for rock and alpine gardens; very durable and salt-tolerant.
ARTEMISIA - Sage Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Silvermound’ 30cm x 50cm
full sun
Silvermound Zone 1
This top-seller has unique silver foliage that is very lacy and delicate looking but thrives in hot and dry conditions. It forms a tidy low mound and is dependable season after season.
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Bloodstone Thrift
PERENNIALS
Aquilegia x caerulea ‘McKana’s Giant’
Silver Brocade
Artemisia stelleriana ‘Silver Brocade’ 30cm x 40cm
full sun
Zone 2
Bright frosted white foliage is nicely textured and is a beautiful accent in a perennial border.
ARUNCUS - Goatsbeard Aruncus diocius ‘Kneiffii’ 80cm x 80cm
full sun to partial shade
Cutleaf Giant Goatsbeard
white
June and July
Zone 3
This plant forms a medium-sized mound of finely-cut green leaves and is great in the perennial border. Creamy-white plumes of flowers appear in early summer.
Cutleaf Giant Goatsbeard
ASCLEPIAS - Milkweed Ascelpias incarnata ‘Ice Ballet’ 100cm x 65cm
full sun
Ice Ballet Milkweed
white
June to August
Zone 3
Forms a tall, upright clump of long green leaves, bearing clusters of white vanilla-scented flowers in mid-summer that are a magnet to butterflies!
Ascelpias incarnata ‘Soulmate’ 100cm x 65cm
full sun
deep pink
Soulmate Milkweed
June to August
Zone 3
Forms a tall, upright clump of long green leaves, bearing clusters of cherry-pink flowers with a tiny white centre. These have a delightful vanilla fragrance and are a favourite of butterflies.
Ascelpias tuberosa 60cm x 60cm
PERENNIALS
Soulmate Milkweed
full sun
Butterfly Flower
orange
June to August
Zone 3
Leathery green foliage forms a nice bush with deep orange flowers in mid to late summer.
Ascelpias tuberosa ‘Hello Yellow’ 60cm x 60cm
full sun
golden yellow
Hello Yellow Butterfly Flower June to August
Zone 3
This virtually hassle-free perennial offers three months of golden yellow blooms from early through late summer. The flowers, which are heavily laden with nectar and pollen, are particularly attractive to hummingbirds, Monarch butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects.
ASTER - Aster Aster alpinus ‘Dark Beauty’ 20cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
violet blue
Dark Beauty Alpine Aster
June and July
Zone 2
Low growing mound produces vibrant blue flowers with bright yellow centres.
Aster alpinus ‘Pinkie’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun
intense pink
Pinkie Alpine Aster
May and June
Zone 2
This low growing, mat-forming perennial produces carpets of large, rich pink daisies.
Kickin® Carmine Red Aster
Aster dumosus ‘Blue Boy’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
bluish purple
Blue Boy Aster
September and October
Zone 3
A tremendous mound of rich blue flowers from early fall until well after the first frost.
Aster novae-angliae ‘Purple Dome’
100cm x 75cm full sun to partial shade
Purple Dome Aster
royal purple
September
Zone 3
This great variety forms a tidy rounded mound covered in rich purple flowers. It is one of the best varieties for fall colour and also makes an excellent cutflower.
Aster Kickin® 60cm x 70cm
Kickin® Lilac Blue Aster
Kickin® Asters
full sun
August to October
Zone 4
This series has a superb habit, forming a very full, bushy, relatively short mound of finely textured green foliage. From late summer through mid-fall, every inch of the foliage is completely covered in flowers, creating a huge splash of color that is so needed in the garden late in the season. Cultivar:
Description:
‘Carmine Red’ ................................................................. magenta red with gold button ‘Lavender’ ......................................................................... soft lavender with gold button ‘Lilac Blue’ ......................................................................... lilac blue with gold button ‘Pink Chaffon’ ................................................................. pastel pink with gold button ‘Sapphire’ .......................................................................... purple blue with gold button
ASTILBE - Astilbe Astilbe chinensis ‘Little Vision in Purple’ (PP21,855) 35cm x 30cm
full sun to full shade
raspberry purple
Little Vision in Purple Astilbe July and August
Zone 3
This dwarf plant features showy, raspberry-purple plumes over a compact mound of elegant, lacy bronze-green leaves. A robust floriferous variety that tolerates sun and heat better than others. Will rebloom if plants are cut back. Excellent in containers or as a cutflower.
Little Vision in Purple Astilbe
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Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision in Pink’ (PP11,860, CBR1333 60cm x 50cm
full sun to full shade
rosy purple
Vision in Pink Astilbe
July and August
Zone 3
Pale pink plumes rise above a dense and compact plant in mid-summer. The leaves are large and blue-green in colour and a course texture. Vigorous perfomer.
Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision in Red’ (PP11,965, CBR1334) 40cm x 40cm
full sun to full shade
dark red
Vision in Red Astilbe
July and August
Zone 3
Dark red blossoms set this item apart from Visions as an alternative in the compact size range.
Astilbe japonica ‘Peach Blossom’ 60cm x 60cm
full sun to full shade
salmon pink
Peach Blossom Astilbe
August and September
Zone 3
Younique Cerise™ Astilbe
The fine green foliage of spring and summer give way to lovely pink blooms in late summer.
Astilbe japonica ‘Radius’ 60cm x 50cm
part sun to full shade
bright red
Radius Astilbe
July and August
Zone 3
Refined green foliage forms a large clump. Bright red blooms on triangular plumes are showy.
Astilbe ‘Verscerise’ (PP20,661) 35cm x 40cm
partial shade
scarlet red
Younique Cerise™ Astilbe
July to August
Zone 3
The Younique™ series is noted for outstanding garden performance, compact growth and heavy flowering. Vibrant display of flower spikes are uniform and early to arrive compared to other astilbe.
Astilbe ‘Verssilverypink’ (PP20,656) 35cm x 40cm
partial shade
soft pink
Younique Silvery Pink™ Astilbe July to August
Zone 3
Astilbe ‘Verswhite’ (PP19,845) 35cm x 40cm
partial shade
ivory white
Younique Silvery Pink™ Astilbe
Younique White™ Astilbe
July to August
Zone 3
The Younique™ series is noted for outstanding garden performance, compact growth and heavy flowering. Vibrant display of flower spikes are uniform and early to arrive compared to other astilbe.
AUBRIETA - Rock Cress Aubrieta x cultorum ‘Royal Blue’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun to full shade
deep blue
Royal Blue Rockcress
April to June
Zone 3
This low mounding item has semi-succulent green leaves and a deep blue carpet of flowers.
Aubrieta x cultorum ‘Royal Red’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun to full shade
carmine red
Royal Red Rockcress
April to June
Zone 3
Green, semi-succulent foliage forms a low mound and is covered with bright, carmine red flowers.
Younique White™ Astilbe
BAPTISIA - Wild Indigo Baptisia australis
120cm x 60cm full sun to partial shade
indigo blue
Blue Wild Indigo
June and July
Zone 3
Short pikes of deep blue flowers followed by curly black seed pods useful in dried arrangements. Perennial Plant of the Year 2010
BERGENIA - Saxifrage Bergenia cordifolia 30cm x 30cm
partial shade
pink spikes
Heartleaf Bergenia
April and May
Zone 2
Glossy, leathery leaves clumps that are mostly evergreen produce clusters of little pink flowers.
Bergenia cordifolia ‘Bach’ 30cm x 40cm
partial shade
soft pink
April and May
Bach Bergenia
Zone 3
Forms a compact clump of dark-green foliage with a crinkled edge turning coppery-red in the cooler fall season. In the spring it produces orange-purple stalks bearing soft pink to white flowers.
Bergenia cordifolia ‘Baby Doll’ 30cm x 40cm
partial shade
pink
Bach Bergenia
Baby Doll Bergenia
April and May
Zone 3
Large glossy green leaves turn a beautiful shade of maroon-red in the fall and gorgeous clusters of blooms open up on short thick stems. Light pink flowers slowly turn to a more intense hot pink.
Bergenia cordifolia ‘Winter Glow’ 25cm x 30cm
partial shade
pinkish red
Winter Glow Bergenia
April and May
Zone 3
This plant forms a bright clump of shiny, evergreen leaves with a unique leathery look. Bright pinkish red flowers form in thick clumps throughout late spring and early summer.
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Baby Doll Bergenia
PERENNIALS
The Younique™ series is noted for outstanding garden performance, compact growth and heavy flowering. Vibrant display of flower spikes are uniform and early to arrive compared to other astilbe.
BRUNNERA - Siberian Bugloss Jack Frost Brunnera
Brunnera macrophylla ‘Jack Frost’ (PP13,859) 30cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
clear blue
May and June
Zone 3
Large silvery leaves with a metallic shimmer make a perfect backdrop for delicate blue flowers. Perennial Plant of the Year 2012
Sea Heart Brunnera
Brunnera macrophylla ‘Sea Heart’ (PP24,684) 25cm x 40cm
Sea Heart Brunnera
part sun to full shade
pink and blue
May and June
Zone 3
Forms a clump of very thick, heart-shaped leaves that are green-on-silver with pronounced veining. Sprays of two-tone pink and blue forget-me-not flowers appear in spring. A superb garden plant.
BUPTHALMUM - Sunwheel Bupthalmum salicifolium 40cm x 40cm
full sun
bright golden yellow
June and July
Sunwheel Zone 3
This uniform mound of deep green produces a long-lasting carpet of golden daisies. Tolerant of highly exposed and very hot locations. Excellent selection.
CAMPANULA - Bellflower Campanula carpatica ‘Blue Clips’ 25cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
Blue Clips Harebells
blue
July to September
Zone 2
Blue Clips is a proven item for the Prairies with a compact mounded form and prolific displays of mid-blue flowers that bloom all summer. Re-blooming is enhanced with dead-heading.
PERENNIALS
Dickson’s Gold Bellflower
Campanula carpatica ‘Deep Blue Clips’ 25cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
violet blue
Deep Blue Clips Harebells
July to September
Zone 2
This selection is similar to Blue Clips but produces a darker shade of violet blue flowers.
Campanula carpatica ‘White Clips’ 25cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
White Clips Harebells
white
July to September
Zone 2
Similar in form to the other harebells but with a pure white display of colour throughout summer.
Campanula cochlearifolia ‘Blue Baby’ 10cm x 15cm
full sun to partial shade
dark blue
Blue Baby Bellflower
June to August
Zone 2
This compact showpiece blooms freely for much of the summer. Very easy care.
Campanula garganica ‘Dickson’s Gold’ 10cm x 20cm
Takion Blue Peach Leaved Bellflower
full sun to partial shade
Dickson’s Gold Bellflower
blue
June to August
Zone 3
This unique bellflower features bright golden-yellow leaves and loose clusters of bright-blue flowers. It forms a low, compact mound, ideal for the rock garden or edging, and particularly nice in container gardens.
Campanula glomerata ‘Superba’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
dark violet
Clustered Bellflower
June to August
Zone 2
Upright form with chubby spikes of blue in mid-summer. Foliage is coarse and deep green.
Campanula persicifolia ‘Takion Blue’ 50cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
Takion Blue Peach Leaved Bellflower
lavender blue
June and July
Zone 3
This series is unique because it is about half the height of typical C. persicifolia and they have very large, outward facing flowers. They are naturally compact and very floriferous.
Campanula persicifolia ‘Takion White’ 50cm x 30cm
Takion White Peach Leaved Bellflower
full sun to partial shade
Takion White Peach Leaved Bellflower
pure white
June and July
Zone 3
This series is unique because it is about half the height of typical C. persicifolia and they have very large, outward facing flowers. They are naturally compact and very floriferous.
Campanula poscharskyana ‘Blue Rivulet’ (PP20,082) 15cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
blue
Blue Rivulet Serbian Bellflower June and July
Zone 3
This compact selection forms a spreading patch of small green heart-shaped leaves, bearing loads of star-shaped, lavender-blue flowers with a white eye. Nice as a groundcover.
Campanula poscharskyana ‘Blue Waterfall’ 15cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
blue
Blue Waterfall Serbian Bellflower June and July
Zone 3
This cascading rockery plant provides vibrant colour and will tolerate some shade.
Campanula punctata ‘Cherry Bells’ 50cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
cherry red
Cherry Bells Bellflower
July to September
Zone 3
Huge, cherry red bells with a light pink to white edge borne on arching, leafy stems. Divide every few years to encourage new growth and vigorous performance.
Blue Rivulet Serbian Bellflower
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CENTAUREA - Cornflower Centaurea montana 60cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
Bachelor Button
electric blue
June to August
Zone 3
Upright form with vibrant blue flowers. Drought tolerant and re-blooming if cut back in summer.
Centaurea montana ‘Amethyst in Snow‘ (PP18,284) 40cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
Amethyst in Snow Bachelor Button
white with purple
June to August
Zone 3
Mounds of silver-green foliage are covered in lovely white flowers with royal purple centres.
CERASTIUM - Snow-in-Summer Cerastium alpinum lanatum 5cm x 25cm
full sun
Alpine Mouse Ears
bright white
June
Alpine Mouse Ears
Zone 2
Silvery foliage is smothered in white flowers in June. Growth is much denser than C. tomentosum.
Cerastium tomentosum 10cm x 30cm
full sun
bright white
June
Snow in Summer
Zone 2
Silvery gray foliage covered with bright white flowers in June. Prostrate form and very durable.
CHELONE - Turtlehead Chelone obliqua 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
Pink Turtlehead
dark pink
August and September
Zone 3
Stiff spikes of pink flowers, excellent for cutting. Prefers a moist location.
Chrysanthemum rubellum ‘Autumn Elegance’ 60cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
single pink
Autumn Elegance Chrysanthemum August and September
Pink Turtlehead
Zone 3
Large, single pink daisies are a fall treat. Developed in Manitoba for durability and hardiness.
Chrysanthemum x morifolium
full sun to partial shade
Hardy Garden Mum
August and September
Zone 3
Garden mums are garden staples which are loved for long lasting displays of colour in the fall when so many other flowers have finished for the season. They are durable and rewarding to grow. Cultivar:
Height: Description:
‘Baby Tears’ ‘Holly’ ‘Morden Cameo’ ‘Morden Canary’ ‘Morden Delight’ ‘Morden Fiesta’ ‘Morden Gaiety’ ‘Morden Garnet’
30cm 40cm 50cm 50cm 50cm 40cm 40cm 40cm
white pop-pom flowers, compact bright golden yellow pop-pom flowers, compact double white with creamy centres bright yellow, double, strong upright habit rich bronze, double bright purple, fully double, compact habit vibrant orange, double, tidy compact habit deep red, fully double, compact growth habit
Holly Mum
CIMICIFUGA - Bugbane Cimicifuga simplex ‘Brunette’
150cm x 45cm full sun to partial shade
creamy white
Brunette Bugbane
August and September
Zone 3
Dark, rich purple foliage forms an upright clump and large spikes of creamy white tower above.
CLEMATIS - Clematis Clematis heracleifolia ‘China Purple’ 90cm x 80cm
full sun to partial shade
violet blue
China Purple Bush Clematis
August and September
Zone 3
This plant bears interesting clusters of fragrant rich violet-blue flowers starting in mid summer. Fluffy seed heads usually appear in late fall. It has an upright, sprawling habit.
Clematis macropetala ‘Joe Zary’
250cm x 150cm part sun to full shade
violet
Morden Delight Mum
Joe Zary Clematis
April and May
Zone 2
Developed in Saskatchewan by S.J. Zubrowski, this durable and proven selection is making a comeback by popular demand. Massive displays of star-shaped flowers come early in the year and often a second flush comes in mid-summer. The seedheads are also showy.
Clematis paniculata ‘Sweet Maxi’ 3m x 1m
full sun to partial shade
creamy white
Sweet Autumn Clematis
August and September
Zone 2
Masses of creamy white and sweetly scented blooms appear in late summer and are persistent.
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China Purple Bush Clematis
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CHRYSANTHEMUM - Chrysanthemum
Clematis paniculata ‘Sweet Summer Love’ (PP24,044,CBRAF) Sweet Summer Love Clematis 3m x 1m
full sun to partial shade
violet
July to September
Zone 3
This terrific new development brings the durable performance of Sweet Autumn but flowers a month sooner and produces masses of cranberry-violet blooms with sweet fragrance.
Clematis tangutica ‘Kugotia’ 3m x 1m
full sun to partial shade
Golden Tiara™ Clematis
golden with red
July to October
Zone 2
Rich golden blooms are heightened by dark red centres. Attractive seed heads persist through the winter and provide excellent appeal.
Sweet Summer Love Clematis
Clematis viticella ‘Purpurea Plena Elegans’ 3m x 1m
full sun to partial shade
burgundy purple
Purpurea Plena Elegans Clematis July to October
Zone 3
This great selection produces masses of rich, reddish-purple flowers that are smaller in size (9cm) but are ruffled and double and very showy. Flowers come in summer and again n the fall.
Clematis x hybrida 2m x 1m
full sun to partial shade
Cultivar:
PERENNIALS
Golden Tiara™ Clematis
Large Flowering Hybrid Clematis July to September
Zone 3
Description:
‘Blue Boy’................................................................. mauve with deeper centres ‘Bees Jubilee’......................................................... mauve with deeper centres ‘Comtesse de Bouchard’................................ pink to mauve ‘Diamond Ball’...................................................... soft blue-white, semi-double ‘Dutchess of Edinburgh’................................ creamy white, double, large ‘Ernest Markham’............................................... magenta red with brown stamens ‘Elsa Spaeth’........................................................... rich violet purple ‘Jackmanii’............................................................... fabulous purple, top-seller for years Jolly Good™............................................................ purple, re-blooms for extended period ‘John Paul II’........................................................... pale pinkish white ‘Nelly Moser’.......................................................... pale mauve-pink, deep purple-pink bar Pink Mink®............................................................... bright pink, prolific, re-blooming ‘Polish Spirit’......................................................... rich velvety purple ‘The President’..................................................... deep purple, red stamens ‘Ville de Lyon’........................................................ carmine red, gold stamens ‘Warsawska Nike’............................................... soft velvety purple, gold stamens
CONVALLARIA - Lily-of-the-Valley Convallaria majalis 20cm x 30cm
full sun to full shade
pure white
Lily-of-the-Valley
May and June
Zone 3
Delicate white bells are highly fragrant. Excellent for massing together in background areas.
Diamond Ball Clematis
COREOPSIS - Tickseed Coreopsis grandiflora ‘Early Sunrise’ 40cm x 30m
full sun
bright yellow
Early Sunrise Tickseed
June to September
Zone 3
Bright yellow flowers are semi-double and are held nicely upright for long lasting enjoyment.
Coreopsis grandiflora ‘Sunfire’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun
Sunfire Tickseed
yellow and burgundy June to September
Zone 3
Similar to the well known Early Sunrise but flowers are yellow with rich burgundy centres.
Coreopsis rosea ‘America Dream’ 25cm x 40cm
full sun
pink
American Dream Tickseed
June to September
Zone 3
Very fine mounding foliage provides a delicate backdrop for bright pink blossoms..
Jolly Good™ Clematis
CYPRIPEDIUM - Lady Slipper Cypripedium calceolus 20cm x 20cm
partial to full shade
yellow, delicate
Yellow Ladyslipper
May and June
Zone 3
The intricate detail of the little orchid blossoms are a treat to observe in the garden. This plant grows wild in the Prairies but has been collected and propagated for domestic use.
DELOSPERMA - Ice Plant Delosperma nubigenum 5cm x 20cm
full sun
yellow
May
Yellow Ice Plant
Zone 3
Tiny succulent green leaves form a prostrate carpet and flowers appear in spring. Rockery plant.
Delosperma x ‘DSAB13-1’ (PPAF) 10cm x 30cm
Jewel of Desert Opal Ice Plant
full sun
fuschia
Jewel of Desert Opal Ice Plant May to September
Zone 4
This new series is a breakthrough in Delosperma with terrific blooming from spring to frost. Opal is smothered in bright fushia flowers. Drought resistant.
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Delosperma x ‘Jewel of Desert Topaz’ (PP23,492) 10cm x 30cm
full sun
orange/white
Jewel of Desert Topaz Ice Plant May to September
Zone 4
This new series is a breakthrough in Delosperma with terrific blooming from spring to frost. Topaz is covered with bright orange flowers with a white eye. Drought resistant.
DELPHINIUM - Larkspur Delphinium grandiflorum 30cm x 30cm
full sun
Summer Colors Series
June to September
Zone 3
Totally unlike the tall, spiky Delphinium cultivars, these little beauties stand at a height of 25-30cm and form compact mounds of well-branched foliage. They put on a spectacular show from early summer to fall with bright sprays of flowers which cover the lacy leaves. Cultivar:
Jewel of Desert Topaz Ice Plant
Description:
‘Summer Morning’...............................romantic, light pink ‘Summer Nights’....................................satiny, midnight blue ‘Summer Stars’........................................bright white
Delphinium x elatum 70cm x 40cm
full sun
Magic Fountains Series
July and August
Zone 3
This series is noted for being compact and producing sturdy flowers spikes that do not require staking. Florets are large and bright. Excellent in the low maintenance perennial border. Cultivar:
Description:
‘Blue Fountain’........................................dark blue with a dark bee ‘Cherry Fountain’...................................cherry pink with a white bee ‘Sky Blue Fountain’..............................light sky blue with a white bee ‘White Fountain’....................................pure white with a white bee
Delphinium x elatum 150cm x 60cm
full sun
Summer Colors Series New Millenium™ Series
July and August
Zone 3
This great series showcases some of the brightest and most exciting blossoms seen to date. Many are fringed and double and very showy. Flowers spikes are durable and require less staking.
Cultivar:
Description:
‘Blushing Brides’........................................ pink shades with white bee, semi-double ‘Black Eyed Angels’.................................. frilly white with black bee ‘Blue Lace’....................................................... light blue with a pink tinge ‘Dusky Maidens’......................................... violet with dark bee, double and fringed ‘Lilac Ladies’.................................................. clear lilac purple with a white and lilac striped bee ‘Moonlight Blues’...................................... medium blue with blue and black bee, semi-double ‘Purple Passion’.......................................... deep purple with a white bee ‘Royal Aspirations’................................... deep blue with white bee ‘Sweethearts’............................................... intense pink with white bee Delphinium x elatum ‘Dwarf Stars’ 60cm x 40cm
full sun
New Millenium™ Dusky Maidens
New Millenium™ Dwarf Stars Delphinium
vibrant mix
July and August
Zone 3
This new series retains the look of high quality tall Delphinius but in a much shorter package. Sizeable spires of purple, blue, mauve, pink, lilac, or cream flowers are borne on short, strong stems.
DIANTHUS - Pinks Dianthus alwoodii ‘Frosty Fire’ 20cm x 30cm
full sun
deep red
Frosty Fire Pinks
July to September
Zone 3
This terrific plant forms a dense clump of finely textured, silvery green foliage which is covered in brilliant deep red flowers throughout the summer. The flowers are fragrant.
Dianthus barbatus ‘Sooty’ 35cm x 25cm
full sun
deep maroon
Sooty Sweet William
June to August
Zone 3
New Millenium™ Dwarf Stars
Deep maroon flowers have a wonderful fragrance. The green foliage matures to a metallic mahogany later in the summer.
Dianthus deltoides ‘Arctic Fire’ 10cm x 30cm
full sun
white, red eye
Arctic Fire Maiden Pinks
May to August
Zone 2
A low growing, spreading selection that produces white flowers with a bright red centre eye.
Dianthus deltoides ‘Flashing Lights’ 10cm x 30cm
full sun
scarlet
Flashing Lights Maiden Pinks May to August
Zone 2
This plant forms a low mound of deep green foliage and is smothered with deep scarlet blooms in early and mid-summer.
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Frosty Fire Pinks
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Dianthus deltoides ‘Zing Rose’ 20cm x 30cm
full sun
Zing Rose Maiden Pinks
bright pink
May to August
Zone 2
This item has a low growing and spreading habit and produces a carpet of bright pink flowers.
Dianthus gratianopolitanus ‘Bath’s Pink’ 20cm x 25cm
full sun
Bath’s Pink Cheddar Pinks
soft pink
May to July
Zone 3
Loads of single, soft pink blooms cover low mounding, fine textured foliage though early and mid summer months.
Dianthus gratianopolitanus ‘Firewitch’
Bath’s Pink Cheddar Pinks
15cm x 25cm
full sun
Firewitch Cheddar Pinks
magenta
May to July
Zone 2
The deep blue-green foliage persists through heat and drought. Masses of vibrant magenta flowers with a lacy fringe are held up in May and then again sporadically through the summer. Perennial Plant of the Year 2006
Dianthus gratianopolitanus ‘Spotty’ 20cm x 30cm
full sun
Spotty Cheddar Pinks
rose with white
June and July
Zone 3
Flowers are a bright rose tone with a delicate white finge and speckles throughout.
Dianthus gratianopolitanus ‘Tiny Rubies’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
Tiny Rubies Cheddar Pinks
pink, tiny
June and July
Zone 2
Masses of tiny delicate flowers are held upright over a compact, deep green clump.
Dianthus plumarius ‘Sweetness’
PERENNIALS
20cm x 30cm
Firewitch Cheddar Pinks
full sun
Sweetness Garden Pinks
red mix
June and July
Zone 3
Mixed flowers include tones from pink to rose to red and are showy and fragrant. Compact habit.
Dianthus x ‘Apple Slice’ (PP21,842) 25cm x 30cm
full sun
red with pink
FRUIT PUNCH™ Apple Slice Pinks June to September
Zone 4
This colorful perennial produces fragrant, double, velvety red blossoms with pale pink markings atop a low mound of blue-green foliage. Use it to edge sunny borders and pathways.
DICENTRA - Bleeding Heart Dicentra formosa ‘Aurora’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
White Fernleaf Bleeding Heart
white
May to September
Zone 3
Gray green, fern-like foliage forms a dense rosette. Flowers are a shade of ivory white.
Dicentra formosa ‘Luxuriant’ 30cm x 30cm
FRUIT PUNCH™ Apple Slice Pinks
full sun to partial shade
Fernleaf Bleeding Heart
red
May to September
Zone 3
Gray green foliage is finely dissected and fern-like. Upright flowers are a rich shade of red.
Dicentra spectabilis 60cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
Old Fashioned Bleeding Heart
pink
May and June
Zone 2
This garden classic features the well known heart-shaped flowers that hang beneath arching stems and are pink with white accents. The plant maintains an upright form.
Dicentra spectabilis ‘Alba’ 60cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
white
White Old Fashioned Bleeding Heart May and June
Zone 2
The same as the pink form except with pure white blossoms. Very striking when in bloom.
Dicentra spectabilis ‘Hordival’ (PP22,739) 60cm x 40cm
Valentine® Old Fashioned Bleeding Heart
full sun to partial shade
Valentine® Old Fashioned Bleeding Heart
red
May and June
Zone 2
Much like the species, this variety grows quickly to form a robust clump of deep green foliage topped with arching flower stems with deep red blossoms and white tips in late spring. When the foliage is emerging in spring, it has a tinge of pretty purple color to it.
DIGITALIS - Foxglove Digitalis grandiflora 60cm x 50cm
partial to full shade
butter yellow
Yellow Foxglove
June to August
Zone 3
Strong, arching stems hold up gorgeous displays of light yellow bells. Very unique appeal.
Digitalis mertonensis 90cm x 60cm
partial to full shade
raspberry rose
June to August
Pink Foxglove Zone 3
Tall, upright form with terrific spikes of rich rose bells. Foliage is deep green and wrinkled.
Digitalis obscura ‘Sunset’ 45cm x 45cm
partial to full shade
yellow to orange-brown
Sunset Foxglove
June to August
Zone 4
This plant has yellow orange-brown nodding flowers with red highlights. More drought tolerant than the others, this dwarf Foxglove brings a great new colour to this perennial group.
Sunset Foxglove
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Digitalis purpurea ‘Pam’s Choice’ 100cm x 60cm
partial to full shade
Pam’s Choice Foxglove
creamy white
June to August
Zone 4
Creamy white bellflowers with deep burgundy splotched throats. Very unusual.
Digitalis purpurea ‘Snow Thimble’ 100cm x 60cm
partial to full shade
White Foxglove
pure white
June to August
Zone 3
Similar in form to other foxglove selections but with bright white flowers and a very upright habit.
ECHINACEA - Coneflower Echinacea purpurea ‘Cheyenne Spirit’ 100cm x 60cm
full sun
Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower
brilliant mix
July to September
Zone 3
Pam’s Choice Foxglove
A bright mix of deep red, orange, purple, scarlet, cream, yellow, and white! The form is compact and well branched and it flowers freely right from the first year.
Echinacea purpurea ‘Doubledecker’ 100cm x 60cm
full sun
Doubledecker Coneflower
purple-red
July to September
Zone 3
Strong upright stems hold large, two-tiered double flowers. First year plants may be single.
Echinacea purpurea ‘Prairie Splendor’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun
Prairie Splendor™ Coneflower
deep rose
July to September
Zone 3
This exciting new variety produces large, deep pink flowers and comes on display earlier than most other coneflower varieties. The growth habit is uniform and tidy.
50cm x 50cm
full sun
deep pink
PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower July to September
Zone 3
Plants form a midsized mound of coarse dark-green leaves, bearing large daisy flowers with magenta-pink petals surrounding an orange-brown central cone by midsummer.
Echinacea purpurea ‘PAS702918’ 50cm x 50cm
full sun
white
Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower
PowWow® White Coneflower July to September
Zone 3
This exciting variety features pure white petals overlapping a golden-yellow cone. Loads of blooms over many weeks throughout the summer. Attractive to butterflies. Excellent as a cutflower.
Echinacea x hybrida 60cm x 40cm
full sun
Double Scoop™ Series
June to August
Zone 4
Abundant displays of fully double flowers are brilliantly coloured and do not fade through summer heat. Branching is good anf foliage stays clean for excellent garden performance. Cultivar:
Description:
’Bubble Gum’............................................soft medium pink ‘Mandarin’ ..............................................warm, tropical orange ‘Raspberry’ ..............................................rich deep red
Echinacea x hybrida 60cm x 40cm
full sun
PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower Sombrero® Series
July to September
Zone 4
Sturdy, compact plants have proven hardiness for years of enjoyment in the garden. Very floriferous in bright, rich colors. This series is well branched and very uniform and dependable in habit. Cultivar:
Description:
’Adobe Orange’.......................................bright, pumpkin orange ‘Flamenco Orange’...............................brilliant orange ‘Hot Coral’ ..............................................orange red ‘Lemon Yellow’........................................vibrant yellow ‘Salsa Red’ ..............................................deep red
ECHINOPS - Globe Thistle Echinops bannaticus ‘Star Frost’ 90cm x 60cm
full sun
pure white
Star Frost Globe Thistle
July to September
PowWow® White Coneflower
Zone 3
Dazzling silvery white globes are held proudly above deep green, thistle-like foliage. The flowers are golf ball sized and are wonderful in the landscape and for use as a cutflower.
Echinops ritro 80cm x 60cm
full sun
metallic blue
July
Globe Thistle Zone 3
Unique, metallic blue globes are held high above prickly, deep green foliage. Thrives in heat.
EPIMEDIUM - Bishop’s Hat Epimedium x rubrum 25cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
carmine red
April and May
Barrenwort Zone 3
New growth is a reddish colour and slowly matues to green. Red flowers resemble columbine.
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Sombrero™ Lemon Yellow Coneflower
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Echinacea purpurea ‘PAS702917’
ERIGERON - Fleabane Erigeron x ‘Prosperity’ 50cm x 50cm
full sun
lavender blue
Prosperity Fleabane Daisy
June to August
Zone 2
This plant has bright lavender-blue flowers for many weeks, over a bushy clump of green foliage.
ERYNGIUM - Sea Holly Eryngium planun ‘Blue Glitter’ 80cm x 60cm
Baby Joe Pye
full sun
brilliant deep blue
Blue Glitter Sea Holly
July and August
Zone 3
Small silvery blue flowers resemble thistle heads. Cooler weather enhances flower colour.
EUPATORIUM - Boneset Eupatorium maculatum ‘Gateway’
180cm x 50cm full sun to partial shade
rosy pink
Gateway Joe Pye
July to September
Zone 3
Rosy, umbrella like flower heads tower above the garden and provide a real focal point.
Eupatorium purpurea ‘Baby Joe’ (PPAF) 80cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
fuschia
Baby Joe Pye
July to September
Zone 3
This Joe Pye is smaller than most selections but remains an excellent item for the back of a perennial border. Bright fuschia coloured flowers over rich green foliage makes a great accent point.
EUPHORBIA - Spurge Euphorbia polychroma
PERENNIALS
40cm x 50cm
Bonfire Spurge
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Cushion Spurge
May and June
Zone 3
Forms a dome of green that is covered by yellow flowers. Foliage turns a wonderful red in fall.
Euphorbia polychroma ‘Bonfire’ (PP18,585) 25cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow green
Bonfire Spurge
May and June
Zone 4
Brightly contrasting chartreuse flowers rest on top of warm red foliage. Very showy selection.
FILIPENDULA - Meadowsweet Filipendula rubra ‘Venusta’
150cm x 75cm full sun to partial shade
reddish pink
Martha Washington’s Plume July
Zone 3
This tall upright perennial produces massive flower panicles over interesting rough green leaves.
GAILLARDIA - Blanket Flower Gaillardia aristata ‘Arizona Apricot’ 30cm x 40cm
Arizona Apricot Blanket Flower
full sun
yellow/apricot
Arizona Apricot Blanket Flower June to September
Zone 3
This great new selection has bright yellow flowers with apricot coloured centres. The flowering is rich and uniform and is produced on a compact, durable plant.
Gaillardia aristata ‘Arizona Red’ 30cm x 40cm
full sun
red/orange
Arizona Red Blanket Flower
June to September
Zone 3
This great summer flowering plant produces bright orange-red flowers with a very slight orange rim on the tips of the petals. It performs well in full sun and is loved for long lasting durable blooms.
Gaillardia aristata ‘Arizona Sun’ 30cm x 40cm
full sun
red/yellow
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower
June to September
Zone 3
This award winning selection produces brick red flowers with bright yellow edges and continually re-blooms for the entire summer. Excellent in full sun and high exposure areas.
Gaillardia grandiflora ‘Burgundy’ 60cm x 80cm
Arizona Red Blanket Flower
full sun
wine red
Burgundy Blanket Flower
July to September
Zone 3
Deep wine red blossoms are held upright above medium green foliage. Very dependable.
Gaillardia grandiflora ‘Dwarf Goblin’ 25cm x 40cm
full sun
red/yellow
Dwarf Goblin Blanket Flower July to September
Zone 3
This vibrant selection produces a steady flow of red and yellow bi-coloured flowers.
Gaillardia x grandiflora ‘Mesa Yellow’ 40cm x 50cm
full sun
bright yellow
Mesa™ Yellow Blanket Flower June to September
Zone 3
This midsized selection blooms the first year and features solid bright-yellow petals surrounding a large golden button eye. It forms a very uniform, compact, well-branched plant with a strong, upright habit. It tends to flower about 2-3 weeks earlier than comparative varieties.
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower
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GALIUM - Sweet Woodruff Galium odoratum 15cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
white, scented
Sweet Woodruff
May and June
Zone 3
This shade loving groundcover produces a wonderfully fragrant carpet of pure white blooms.
GENTIANA - Gentian Gentiana cruciata ‘Blue Cross’ 25cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
blue violet
Blue Cross Gentian
July to September
Zone 3
This compact, durable plant produces intense blue violet flowers that are framed by small spoonshaped leaves which form crosses. Good drought resistance.
Biokovo Cranesbill
GERANIUM - Cranesbill Geranium cantabrigiense ‘Biokovo’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
white with pink
Biokovo Cranesbill
May and June
Zone 3
Grows quickly to form a low carpet of fragrant, glossy green foliage with some red fall colour. Dainty white flowers with pink sepals appear in late spring. Perennial Plant of the Year 2015.
Geranium dalmaticum 20cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Pink Cranesbill
June to August
Zone 3
Green leaves turn orange in fall. Continuous blooming with pink blossoms.
Geranium pratense ‘Dark Reiter’ 20cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
lilac blue
Dark Reiter Cranesbill
June to August
Zone 3
Geranium sanguinium ‘New Hampshire Purple’ 20cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
reddish purple
Dark Reiter Cranesbill
New Hampshire Purple Cranesbill May to August
Zone 3
Deep reddish purple flowers form a great carpet for a very attractive, durable groundcover.
Geranium x ‘Brookside’
80cm x 100cm full sun to partial shade
royal blue/red
Brookside Cranesbill
June to August
Zone 3
One of the largest mounding cranesbill is covered with royal blue flowers with rich red veins.
Geranium x ‘Rozanne’ (PP12,175) 50cm x 80cm
full sun to partial shade
violet blue
Rozanne® Cranesbill
June to August
Zone 3
Known for masses of saucer-shaped flowers which keep coming from early summer until frost comes. Lush green foliage sets off the delicately veined flowers. Perennial Plant of the Year 2008
Rozanne® Cranesbill
GEUM -Geum Geum chiloense ‘Blazing Sunset’ 50cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
red
Blazing Sunset Geum
July and August
Zone 3
This delightful fully double, scarlet red geum produces flowers that measure up to 50% larger than other varieties and continue to bloom over a very long period from late spring into summer.
GYPSOPHILA - Baby’s Breath Gypsophila paniculata ‘Festival’ (PP8651) 40cm x 50cm
full sun
soft pink
Festival® Pink Baby’s Breath July and August
Zone 3
This new selection is loved for its neat and uniform habit with grey-green foliage. The soft pink flowers are produced in dense sprays over a long period of time. Great performer all summer long!
Gypsophila paniculata ‘Danfestar’ (PP14,818) 40cm x 40cm
full sun
pure white
Festival® Star Baby’s Breath
July and August
Zone 3
This selection is loved for its neat and uniform habit with grey-green foliage. The pure white flowers are produced in dense sprays over a long period of time. Great performer all summer long!
Gypsophila paniculata ‘Rosyveil’ 50cm x 50cm
full sun
pink, delicate
Blazing Sunset Geum
Rosyveil Baby’s Breath
July and August
Zone 3
Gray green foliage is completely buried with a massive dome of deliate pink flowers.
Gypsophila paniculata ‘Snowflake’ 90cm x 80cm
full sun
white
White Baby’s Breath
May and June
Zone 3
Early summer flowers form a large, upright mound and are useful in cut and dried arrangements.
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Festival® Pink Baby’s Breath
PERENNIALS
An attractive, dark-leafed selection that forms a compact mound of finely-cut, plum purple foliage. Leafy scapes carry clusters of nicely contrasting, lilac blue flowers.
Gypsophila repens ‘Filou Rose’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun
Filou Rose Creeping Baby’s Breath
pink
May and June
Zone 3
Forms a low mound of fine green leaves covered with intense pink, large flowers in early summer.
Gypsophila repens ‘Filou White’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun
Filou White Creeping Baby’s Breath
white
May and June
Zone 3
Forms a low mound of fine green leaves covered with pure white, large flowers in early summer.
HELENIUM - Helen’s Flower
Mariachi™ Fuego Helenium
Mariachi™ Series
Helenium autumnale Mariachi™ 40cm x 50cm
full sun
July to September
Zone 3
This collection of Helen’s Flower boasts an upright, compact habit with great branching. The colours are vibrant and the flowers are excellent in the garden or as a cutflower. Cultivar:
Description:
‘Fuego’ (PPAF) ............................................................... orange with gold ‘Salsa’ (PPAF)................................................................... red with light orange glow ‘Siesta’ (PPAF)................................................................. deep, true red ‘Sombrero’ (PPAF)........................................................ bright yellow
Helenium x ‘Double Trouble’ (PP18,206) 80cm x 50cm
full sun
bright yellow
Double Trouble Helenium
July and August
Zone 3
PERENNIALS
This variety of sneezeweed is a breakthrough with large double flowers. The centres are a prominent gold and are surrounded by frilly rows of bright yellow. The flowers are produced all throughout the summer and are also excellent as a cutflower.
Mariachi™ Salsa Helenium
Helenium x ‘Ruby Tuesday’ (PP18,234) 60cm x 40cm
full sun
deep red
Ruby Tuesday Helenium
July and August
Zone 3
This great variety features very dark red flowers that almost appear as black upon opening. The petals are quilled and the form is controlled and very durable and upright.
HELIOPSIS - False Sunflower Heliopsis helianthoides ‘Lights of Loddon’ 100cm x 60cm
full sun
golden yellow
False Sunflower
July to September
Zone 2
This classic performer comes year after year with bright golden yellow displays of colour. It maintains a tidy upright form and rarely needs staking. Dead-heading prevents self-seeding.
Heliopsis helianthoides ‘Loraine Sunshine’ 75cm x 40cm
full sun
golden
Variegated False Sunflower
July to September
Zone 2
Foliage is a vibrant green and white variegation and is covered with flowers throughout summer.
Mariachi™ Siesta Helenium
Heliopsis helianthoides ‘Tuscan Sun’ (PP18,763) 50cm x 50cm
full sun
golden yellow
Tuscan Sun False Sunflower
June to September
Zone 3
This great plant brings the brilliant floral display that we have come to love with Heliopsis along with a terrific dwarf form factor. The plant loves to show off for weeks on end and is a reliable and hardy Prairie performer.
HELLEBORUS - Hellebore Helleborus orientalis 50cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
mixed
Mixed Hellebore
April and May
Zone 4
Includes a wide range of superbly vigorous, large flowered, and heavily spotted blossoms in shades of pink, red, purple, yellow, green, apricot, and more. This collection is durable and showy.
HEMEROCALLIS - Daylily
Double Trouble Helenium
Hemerocallis cultivars
full sun to partial shade
Cultivar:
Always Afternoon Daylily
‘Always Afternoon’ ‘Bonanza’ ‘Chicago Apache’ ‘Daring Deception’ ‘Eenie Allegro’ ‘Eye On America’ ‘Going Bananas’ ‘Hyperion’ ‘Ikebana Star’ ‘Little Business’ ‘Moses Fire’
July to September
Zone 3
Daylily
Height: Flowers: 50cm dusky rose, plum eye, green throat (14cm) re-bloomer 60cm soft orange yellow with burgundy collar (13cm) 70cm bright scarlet, green throat, ruffled edges (18cm) 60cm lavender,dark purple eye, ruffled (13cm) re-bloomer 40cm rose with mauve centre rib; apricot sepals (8cm) 65cm creamy with plum eye, green throat (14cm) re-bloomer 50cm lemon yellow, outstanding, continuous blooms (12cm) 70cm bright golden yellow, fragrant (12cm) 55cm creamy white, greenish throat, double (14cm) re-bloomer 35cm rose-raspberry with chartreuse throat (9cm) re-bloomer 55cm fully double red (15cm) re-bloomer
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‘Rosy Returns’ ‘Ruby Stella’ ‘Stella d’Oro’ ‘Strawberry Candy’ ‘Summer Wine’
50cm 30cm 25cm 60cm 60cm
bright rose, pink eye, yellow throat(10cm)re-bloomer dark wine red, yellow throat (10cm) re-bloomer bright golden yellow, fragrant (6cm) re-bloomer strawberry red, dark centre (12cm) re-bloomer wine red with yellow eye (14cm) re-bloomer
HEUCHERA - Coral Bells Heuchera micrantha ‘Palace Purple’ 50cm x 50cm
full sun
cream
Palace Purple Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 3
Rich purple, crinkled foliage is a highlight in the full sun garden. Forms a tidy mound. Creamy white flowers are produced through mid summer. Perennial Plant of the Year 1993
Heuchera x ‘Amethyst Mist’ 50cm x 50cm
full sun
creamy pink
Little Business Daylily
Amethyst Mist Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 4
New foliage is deep maroon-purple and all leaves have rich royal purple undersides. Striking.
Heuchera x ‘Jefmist’ 25cm x 25cm
full sun
bright red
Arctic Mist® Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 3
This great variety has been developed on the Prairies for outstanding green and white marbled foliage and brilliant red flowers. The plant forms a dense and compact mound and the flower stalks are short and very sturdy. Excellent for low growing perennial borders and as cutflowers.
Heuchera x ‘Brandon Pink’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun
pink
Brandon Pink Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 2
Heuchera x ‘Caramel’ (PP16,560) 30cm x 30cm
full sun
cream
Electra Coral Bells
Caramel Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 3
This vigorous performer has fuzzy, bright yellow-orange leaves with purple-red undersides. It has a great compact habit and produces cream coloured flowers.
Heuchera x ‘Electra’ (PP21,856) 25cm x 25cm
partial to full shade
white
Electra Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 4
The large leaves emerge bright yellow with dark red veining but as the season progresses, they soften to chartreuse with lighter red veins, holding their colour all summer. Great colour in shade.
Heuchera x ‘Fire Alarm’ (PP24,525) 25cm x 25cm
partial shade
white
Fire Alarm Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 4
This low-growing selection features thick, leathery, red leaves that change from orange-red to bronze-red throughout the season. Short sprays of small white bell flowers in summer.
Heuchera x ‘Ruby Mist’ 50cm x 50cm
full sun
red
Fire Alarm Coral Bells
Ruby Mist Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 2
These green leaves have a silvery shimmer and the flowers are a rich shade of red. Very hardy.
Heuchera x ‘Silver Scrolls’ (PP12,066) 50cm x 50cm
full sun
light pink
Silver Scrolls Coral Bells
June and July
Zone 2
This is a terrific foliage plant for adding colour towards the front of a shady garden. The rounded leaves are silver and burgundy in spring, deepening to silver and near black later in the season.
HOSTA - Hosta Hosta fortunei ‘Francee’ 40cm x 60cm
partial to full shade
lavender
August
Francee Hosta Zone 3
Foliage is a consistent dark green with a perfect white edge. Very refined and elegant.
Hosta fortunei ‘Patriot’ 100cm x 120cm
partial to full shade
lilac
August
Patriot Hosta
Silver Scrolls Coral Bells
Zone 3
One of the best variegated varieties around. Medium green with a wide, bold white margin.
Hosta sieboldiana ‘Frances Williams’ 50cm x 70cm
partial to full shade
white
Francis Williams Hosta
August
Zone 3
This beautiful sport of Elegans has similar large blue leaves but with a rich yellow border.
Hosta sieboldiana ‘Great Expectations’ 60cm x 70cm
partial to full shade
white
Great Expectations Hosta August
Zone 3
This unusual and exotic variety comes with golden leaves with a wide blue margin. The leaves are huge and make a bold statement in the hosta bed.
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Soft green leaveas are clean and shimmering and are topped with tall stalks of clear pink flowers.
Hosta tardiana ‘Blue Wedgewood’ 25cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
Blue Wedgewood Hosta
lavender
August
Zone 3
This compact little selection has lovely little blue-green leaves and fragrant blooms in fall.
Hosta tardiana ‘First Frost’ 40cm x 50cm
partial to full shade
lavender
August
First Frost Hosta Zone 3
Attractive blue leaves have a 2cm margin of cream that will slowly mature to white. Selected as the 2010 AHS Hosta of the Year.
Blue Wedgewood Hosta
Hosta tardiana ‘Halcyon’ 40cm x 60cm
partial to full shade
violet
August
Halcyon Hosta Zone 3
The leaves of Halcyon are perhaps the bluest of all hostas that we grow and are heavily ribbed.
Hosta tardiana ‘June’ 35cm x 50cm
partial to full shade
lavender
August
June Hosta Zone 3
The foliage on this item is small and refined and is a unique golden shade with a blue margin.
Hosta x ‘Abiqua Drinking Gourd’ 45cm x 80cm
partial to full shade
white
Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta August
Zone 3
This medium-sized selection has frosty blue leaves that are cupped, and will actually hold water. Pale lavender flowers appear in July. 2014 AHS Hosta of the Year.
Hosta x ‘August Moon’ 50cm x 75cm
PERENNIALS
First Frost Hosta
partial to full shade
white
August Moon Hosta
August
Zone 3
Bright crinkled golden foliage looks excellent when planted in mass.
Hosta x ‘Big Daddy’ 75cm x 120cm
partial to full shade
white
August
Big Daddy Hosta Zone 3
Leaves are large and a deep shade of blue. Considered by some to be the best blue hosta.
Hosta x ‘Blue Mouse Ears’ 12cm x 20cm
partial to full shade
lavender
Blue Mouse Ears Hosta
August
Zone 3
Blue mounding dwarf with small round gray green leaves that have incredible substance. Lavender flowers are on short scapes in perfect proportion to the clump size. 2008 AHS Hosta of the Year
Hosta x ‘Curly Fries’ 15cm x 30cm
Curly Fries Hosta
partial shade
lavender
August
Curly Fries Hosta Zone 3
This dwarf selection features an arching habit with narrow, rippled, chartreuse leaves. Lavender flowers appear midsummer. Plant in morning sun to maintain the bright chartreuse foliage. 2016 AHS Hosta of the Year
Hosta x ‘Earth Angel’ 90cm x 90cm
partial to full shade
lavender
Earth Angel Hosta
August
Zone 3
This remarkable sport of Blue Angel is the first giant blue hosta to have a margin! Leaves are a a hazy blue with a 3cm margin of creamy white. 2009 AHS Hosta of the Year
Hosta x ‘Empress Wu’ (PP20,774) 110cm x 120cm
partial to full shade
reddish violet
Empress Wu Hosta
August
Zone 3
This is the largest hosta known in the industry! It’s size makes it a tremendous focal point in the landscape. Huge, thick, dark green, deeply veined leaves form a massive upright clump.
Hosta x ‘Fire Island’ 40cm x 60cm
Empress Wu Hosta
partial to full shade
lavender
August
Fire Island Hosta Zone 3
This medium-sized selection has pointy leaves that begin brilliant yellow-gold in spring, changing to medium green in summer. Considered by some to be the best gold leafed variety.
Hosta x ‘Fire and Ice’ 50cm x 70cm
partial to full shade
lavender
Fire and Ice Hosta
August
Zone 3
Pure white leaves with a deep green, splattered margin. Very striking variety
Hosta x ‘Guacamole’ 45cm x 70cm
partial to full shade
lavender
Guacamole Hosta
August
Zone 3
Light apple green leaves with a dark, blue-green margin. Flowers are fragrant.
Hosta x ‘Honeybells’ 50cm x 70cm
partial to full shade
pale lavender
Honeybells Hosta
August
Light golden green leaves are ribbed and wavy and give interesting texture to the landscape.
Fire Island Hosta
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Hosta x ‘Liberty’ (PP12,531) 60cm x 90cm
partial to full shade
lavender
Liberty Hosta
August
Zone 3
Wide, jetting, yellow margins slowly lighten to a creamy tone and accent blue green leaves. The heavy leaves have great slug resistance. 2012 AHS Hosta of the Year.
Hosta x ‘Night Before Christmas’ 70cm x 70cm
partial to full shade
pale lavender
Night Before Christmas Hosta August
Zone 3
These long and narrow leaves have white centres and broad dark green margins.
Hosta x ‘Paul’s Glory’ 75cm x 75cm
partial to full shade
Paul’s Glory Hosta
lavender
August
Zone 3
Liberty Hosta
Yellow leaves with bluish green margins that fade to parchment white.
Hosta x ‘Praying Hands’ 45cm x 45cm
partial to full shade
lavender
Praying Hands Hosta
August
Zone 3
Upright, narrow, tightly folded leaves resemble hands folded in prayer. The dark green leaves are heavily rippled with thin gold margins. 2011 AHS Hosta of the Year.
Hosta x ‘Rainforest Sunrise’ 25cm x 25cm
partial to full shade
lavender
Rainforest Sunrise Hosta August
Zone 3
This exciting plant has leaves that emerge light green and then quickly develop dark green margins and a radiant gold centre. Mature leaves become thick and puckered. 2013 AHS Hosta of the Year.
Hosta x ‘Regal Splendor’
partial to full shade
lavender
Regal Splendor Hosta
August
Zone 3
Frosty gray-blue leaves are stunningly edged in creamy white. Wonderful upright habit.
Hosta x ‘Remember Me’ 30cm x 60cm
partial to full shade
pale lilac
Praying Hands Hosta
Remember Me Hosta
August
Zone 3
This medium-sized specimen selection begins bright yellow in spring, with a narrow green edge. By summer the leaf center is snow-white with a streaky blue green margin.
Hosta x ‘So Sweet’ 30cm x 50cm
partial to full shade
purple
August
So Sweet Hosta Zone 3
Shiny green leaves with wide, creamy-white margins. Flowers are showy and very fragrant.
Hosta x ‘Sum and Substance’ 75cm x 150cm
partial to full shade
white
Sum and Substance Hosta August
Zone 3
Enormous greenish gold leaves have an attractive sheen and are unparalleled in size.
Hosta x ‘Sun Power’ 70cm x 120cm
partial shade
mauve
August
Sun Power Hosta
Rainforest Sunrise Hosta
Zone 3
This selection has large chartreuse to gold leaves, with lavender flowers in midsummer. Best with morning sun to bring out the colour. Foliage has a slightly crinkled texture and is quite durable.
Hosta x ‘Victory’ 80cm x 70cm
partial to full shade
light lavender
August
Victory Hosta Zone 3
This majestic, vase-shaped hosta forms a giant clump of huge, shiny green leaves with yellow margins. The foliage is of good substance but takes some time to show its mature traits.
Hosta x ‘Wheee!’ (PPAF) 35cm x 50cm
partial to full shade
light lavender
August
Wheee! Hosta Zone 3
This great new variety has highly ruffled leaves right from the base to the leaf tips. The leaves are bright green with creamy margins and are durable and well formed.
Hosta x ‘Whirlwind’ 15cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
lavender
August
Whirlwind Hosta
Victory Hosta
Zone 3
Creamy white leaves with irregular, deep green margins. Very miniature in size.
Hosta x ‘Wide Brim’ 60cm x 90cm
partial to full shade
lavender
August
Wide Brim Hosta Zone 3
Rounded, blue-green leaves have a wide cream to gold margin and are nicely textured.
Hosta x ‘Wolverine’ 40cm x 80cm
partial to full shade
lavender
August
Wolverine Hosta Zone 3
Blue-green leaves have tidy gold margins and are long and tapered in shape. The form is tidy.
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PERENNIALS
80cm x 90cm
HOUTTUYNIA - Chameleon Plant Houttuynia cordata ‘Chameleon’ 20cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
white
August
Chameleon Plant Zone 3
Interesting tri-coloured foliage blends tones of white, green, and orange. Intriguing spreader.
HUMULUS - Hops Humulus lupulus 6m x 2m
Chameleon Plant
full sun to partial shade
green
Common Hops
July and August
Zone 3
This vigorous growing vine comes from ground level each spring and is an excellent climber.
Humulus lupulus ‘Aureus’ 6m x 2m
full sun to partial shade
golden yellow
July and August
Golden Hops
Zone 3
This vigorous growing vine comes from ground level each spring and has masses of bright golden foliage. It is a vigorous climber and produces small hops..
IBERIS - Candytuft Iberis aurosica ‘Sweetheart’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
rich pink to lilac
May to July
Pink Candytuft Zone 3
This low growing perennial produces a lovely carpet of blooms throughout the summer.
Iberis sempervirens ’Snow Cushion’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
white
Snow Cushion Candytuft
April and May
Zone 3
PERENNIALS
The glossy, evergreen foliage of this plant forms a perfect compact mound. This selection is smothered by clusters of small white flowers in late spring, lasting for several weeks.
Golden Hops
IRIS - Iris Iris germanica
full sun to partial shade
May
Bearded Iris
Zone 2
Bearded Iris remains a very important group of garden perennials, and we are offereing a whole new collection. These plants remain one of the most elegant displays of colour and design in the early summer and are a staple in the perennial border.
Snow Cushion Candytuft
Cultivar:
Height:
Flowers:
‘Autumn Circus’.............................75cm.................... white outlined in rich blue-violet, re-blooming ‘Batik’...................................................60cm.................... large purple, spattered and streaked with white ‘Immortality’...................................70cm.................... white, re-blooming ‘Lenora Pearl’..................................60cm.................... salmon pink self, tangerine-colored beards ‘Mallory Kay’...................................80cm.................... dark cherry red, lightly scented ‘Summer Olympics’....................75cm.................... soft yellow, yellow falls, white center, re-blooms ‘Spartan’.............................................75cm.................... dark-as-night wine red, incredible color ‘Victoria Falls’.................................90cm.................... light blue with white throat and beards Iris pallida ‘Albo Variegata’ 60cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
blue
May and June
Variegated Iris Zone 3
Interesting green and white striped foliage is topped with large blue flowers with yellow beards.
Iris pseudacorus 90cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
June
Yellowflag Iris
Zone 2
This large iris is suited for moist areas and waterways but works in tall perennial borders as well.
Iris sibirica
full sun to partial shade
June and July
Siberian Iris Zone 2
This iris group is typically known for taller and narrower leaf blades and later flowering.
Mallory Kay Bearded Iris
Cultivar:
‘Concord Crush’...........................70cm...................... large, vibrant blue, double ‘Moon Silk’......................................70cm...................... soft buttery yellow with lighter centre ‘Pink Parfait’..................................70cm...................... soft lavender, fully double, very showy ‘Strawberry Fair’.........................75cm...................... very ruffled strawberry pink, blue markings
Iris versicolor ‘Gerald Darby’
Height:
100cm x 50cm full sun to partial shade
Flowers:
blue
Gerald Darby Blueflag Iris
May and June
Zone 2
This vigorous iris has tall branching purple black stems which carry many blue flowers with large golden signals in early summer.
Concord Crush Siberian Iris
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KNAUTIA - Crimson Scabious Knautia macedonica ‘Mars Midget’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun
ruby red
Mars Midget Crimson Scabious June to September
Zone 4
Bright ruby red flower heads are abundantly produced from early summer to late fall. The plant habit is tidy and compact and excellent in the perennial border.
LAMIASTRUM - False Lamium Lamiastrum galeobdolon ‘Herman’s Pride’ 30cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
yellow
Herman’s Pride False Lamium June
Zone 2
Finely detailed foliage is variegated with green and metallic silver and is topped in yellow in June.
Mars Midget Crimson Scabious
LAMIUM - Lamium Lamium maculatum ‘Anne Greenaway’ 15cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
mauve
Anne Greenaway Lamium
June to September
Zone 2
Neat green leaves are edged in bright gold with a light silver stripe in the centre. The flowers are lavender mauve in spring followed by a lighter rebloom in the fall.
Lamium maculatum ‘Aureum’ 15cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
mauve
Golden Lamium
June to September
Zone 2
Bright golden foliage forms a thick carpet that slowly spreads. Non-invasive.
Lamium maculatum ‘Beacon Silver’ 15cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
pink
Beacon Silver Lamium
June to September
Zone 2
Lamium maculatum ‘Chequers’ 20cm x 50cm
partial to full shade
deep rosy purple
Ghost Lamium
Chequers Lamium
June to September
Zone 2
Dark green foliage with a silver stripe is very striking. Deep purplish flowers come all summer.
Lamium maculatum ‘Ghost’ 25cm x 50cm
partial to full shade
purple
Ghost Lamium
June to September
Zone 2
This outstanding selection forms a spreading patch of silver leaves with clusters of deep magentapurple flowers that appear in spring, then continue on and off until fall. Quite upright.
LAVANDULA - Lavender Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote Blue 30cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
deep blue
Hidcote Blue Lavender
July to September
Zone 3
Frosted silved foliage forms a dense mound. Deep blue flowers are highly aromatic.
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead Dwarf’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
lavender
Munstead Dwarf Lavender
July to September
Phenomenal™ Lavender
Zone 3
Grayish green foliage forms a mound. Wiry stems hold up aromatic lavender flowers.
Lavandula x intermedia ‘Phenomenal’ (PP24,193) 75cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
lavender
Phenomenal™ Lavender
July to September
Zone 3
This selection forms a bushy mound of silver foliage, with long spikes of purple-blue flowers. It makes a terrific floral display and is good for cut flowers and for drying.
LEUCANTHEMUM - Shasta Daisy Leucanthemum superbum ‘Banana Cream’ (PP23,181,CRB4203) Banana Cream Shasta Daisy 45cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
butter yellow
July to September
Zone 3
Massive flowers open up a bright lemon yellow and develop rich butter yellow colouring before lightening to creamy white. The flowers are full and continue to develop all summer long.
Leucanthemum superbum ‘Becky’ 75cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
white, single
Becky Shasta Daisy
Becky Shasta Daisy
July to September
Zone 3
Very sturdy, upright form with deep green foliage. Flowers are large, showy, and enduring. Perennial Plant of the Year 2003
Leucanthemum superbum ‘Crazy Daisy’ 70cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
white, double
Crazy Daisy Shasta Daisy
June to August
Zone 3
Piles of fluffy double white flowers cover this upright plant. The flower petals are finely cut and sometimes nearly conceal the yellow eye!
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Crazy Daisy Shasta Daisy
PERENNIALS
Metallic silver foliage is rimmed in deep green and spreads to form a thick carpet. Very hardy.
Leucanthemum superbum ‘LEUZ0001’ (PPAF) 30cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
pure white
Freak!® Shasta Daisy
June to August
Zone 3
This plant is covered with loads of fluffy-looking flowers formed from layers of white petals. The 5 to 6 cm flowers are evenly distributed all over compact, well-branched plants. Re-bloomer.
Leucanthemum superbum ‘Real Dream’ 35cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Real Dream Shasta Daisy
June to August
Zone 4
Excellent plant features large flowers with multiple layers of greenish-yellow petals surrounding a large gold centre. Petals gradually fade to white as the flower matures. Excellent for cutting.
Freak!® Shasta Daisy
Leucanthemum superbum ‘Snowcap’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
pure white
Snowcap Shasta Daisy
June to August
Zone 3
Produces single white daisies on compact, exceptionally uniform plants. Very long lasting.
Leucanthemum superbum ‘Silver Princess’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
white, single
Silver Princess Shasta Daisy
July to September
Zone 3
Mid sized shasta daisy boasts medium green foliage and pure white single flowers.
Leucanthemum superbum ‘Snow Lady’ 20cm x 20cm
full sun to partial shade
white, single
Snow Lady Shasta Daisy
July to September
Zone 3
This All America winner remains compact and produces masses of bright white daisies.
Leucanthemum superbum ‘Starburst’ 70cm x 40cm
PERENNIALS
Real Dream Shasta Daisy
full sun to partial shade
white, single
Starburst Shasta Daisy
July to September
Zone 3
This is an upright, clump-forming perennial with upright stems bearing large, white flowers with yellow centres. Excellent for cutflowers.
LEWISIA - Bitter Root Lewisia longipetala x ‘Little Mango’ 15cm x 15cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow orange
Little Mango Bitter Root June
Zone 3
Develops a compact rosette. Early summer flowers are dark yellow-orange tones.
Lewisia longipetala x ‘Little Raspberry’ 15cm x 15cm
full sun to partial shade
red
Little Raspberry Bitter Root June
Zone 3
Develops a compact rosette. Early summer flowers are an intense shade of raspberry red.
LIATRIS - Blazing Star Liatris spicata ‘Floristan White’
Starburst Shasta Daisy
70cm x 30cm
full sun
white
Floristan White Blazing Star July and August
Zone 2
Bright white flower spikes arise from a solid green clump and make a nice accent in the garden.
Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun
rosy purple
Kobold Blazing Star
July and August
Zone 2
This selection remains much more compact but produces the same well known showy spikes.
LIGULARIA - Golden Ray Ligularia dentata ‘Midnight Lady’ (PP16,113) 100cm x 80cm full sun to partial shade
golden
Midnight Lady Golden-Ray August
Zone 3
Large maroon-black leaves form a striking clump that is topped with stalks of golden yellow daisylike flowers. This plant needs plenty of moisture for optimal performance.
Ligularia dentata ‘Othello’
100cm x 80cm full sun to partial shade
Little Raspberry Bitter Root
golden
Othello Golden-Ray
August
Zone 3
These plants form a clump of large, rounded dark-green leaves with a purple backside. Taller stems appear in June, bearing clusters of bright golden orange daisy flowers.
Ligularia stenocephala ‘Lanternchen’ (PP14621,CBR2400) 80cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
bright yellow
Little Rocket Golden-Ray August
Zone 3
This selection was chosen for its compact habit and heavy flower production. A profusion of bright yellow flower spikes rocket above the clump of large, rich green, serrated leaves in midsummer.
Ligularia stenocephala ‘The Rocket’
150cm x 120cm full sun to partial shade
bright yellow
The Rocket Golden-Ray
August
Zone 3
This large, mounding plant has highly textured green foliage and produces bright yellow blooms.
Little Rocket Golden-Ray
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LILIUM - Lily Lilium asiatica
full sun to partial shade
June and July
Asiatic Lilies Zone 3
Asiatic lilies are loved for their vibrant colour and mid-summer blooms. These selections remain sturdy and somewhat compact and are durable garden performers.
Cultivar:
‘Tiny Bee’...........................................30cm.................... bright yellow, compact ‘Tiny Dancer’...................................30cm.................... rich pink with creamy throat, compact ‘Tiny Ghost’......................................35cm.................... pure magenta red, compact ‘Tiny Nanny’....................................40cm.................... pure white, compact ‘Tiny Orange Sensation’.........35cm.................... large, bright orange blooms with maroon spots ‘Tiny Padhye’...................................40cm.................... white petal tips stained deep red at the base ‘Tiny Pearl’........................................40cm.................... rich pink, compact ‘Tiny Sensation’............................35cm.................... yellow tips, reddish brown centres and accents ‘Tiny Shadow’.................................40cm.................... burnt orange, maroon centres, compact
Height:
Lilium orientale ‘Dizzy’ 90cm x 20cm
full sun to partial shade
Flowers:
white with red
Tiny Dancer Asiatic Lily
Dizzy Oriental Lily
July to September
Zone 3
This long flowering oriental lily features silvery white blooms with deep red stripes and speckles.
Lilium orientale ‘Garden Party’ 60cm x 20cm
full sun to partial shade
white yellow
Garden Party Oriental Lily
July to September
Zone 3
Lilium orientale ‘Salmon Star’
100cm x 25cm full sun to partial shade
orange/salmon
Salmon Star Oriental Lily
July to September
Tiny Nanny Asiatic Lily
Zone 3
These flowers jump out with their soft pink petals overlaid with thick orange mid-ribs and orange speckling throughout. They are bring wonderful fragrance to the garden.
Lilium orientale ‘Stargazer’
100cm x 25cm full sun to partial shade
red/pink
Stargazer Oriental Lily
July to September
Zone 3
This popular lily features a large reddish pink flower with white edges and accents. Very showy.
Lilium tigrinum ‘Splendens’ 80cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
orange
July to September
Tiger Lily Zone 3
This great classic perennial produces strong upright stems with loads of down-facing, orange blooms that have a terrific brown speckling throughout. It is also quite fragrant.
LINUM - Flax
Salmon Star Oriental Lily
Linum perenne nanum ‘Sapphire’ 25cm x 20cm
full sun to partial shade
sapphire blue
Dwarf Blue Flax
June to September
Zone 2
Very fine green foliage grows upright and is topped with lovely blue flowers that are continually produced from early summer until frost. Sapphire is a compact version of the species.
LUPINUS - Lupine Lupinus polyphyllus ‘Minarette’ 60cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
mixed
Dwarf Lupine Mix
June and July
Zone 3
A dwarf lupine with a vibrant mix of colours. Flower stalks are sturdy.
Lupinus x polyphyllus 60cm x 40cm
full sun
mixed
Gallery Mixture
June and July
Zone 3
This compact mixture produces flowers in a wide range of colours including white, pink, red, yellow, and deep blue. The flower spikes are very large and showy.
Lupinus x polyphyllus 80cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
Dwarf Blue Flax
Russell’s Hybrids
June and July
Zone 3
These lupines are noted for sturdy flower stalks that do not require staking as well as full, vibrant flower colours. Best vigour is seen if rejuvenated every other year. Cultivar:
Description:
‘Blue’ .............................................................................................. blue with a white banner ‘Pink’ ................................................................................... pink with a white banner ‘Red’ .............................................................................................. carmine red shades ‘Yellow’ ...................................................................................................... light yellow
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Gallery Mixture Lupine
PERENNIALS
Excellent dwarf variety with sturdy upright habit and stunning flowers that are pure white with soft yellow centres and reddish speckling throughout.
LYCHNIS - Campion Lychnis alpina ‘Lasveb’ 15cm x 15cm
full sun to partial shade
dark pink
Lely Deep Rose™ Arctic Campion May and June
Zone 3
This Fleuroselect winner was chosen for abundant displays of brillliant dark pink flowers. It is well suited to container planting as well as alpine gardens.
Lychnis arkwrightii ‘Vesuvius’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
orange red
Vesuvius Campion
June and July
Zone 3
Rich, burgundy green foliage. Flowers are very brightly coloured and are nice for cutting.
Lely Deep Rose™ Arctic Campion
Lychnis chalcedonica 90cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
bright red
June to August
Maltese Cross Zone 2
Very old-fashioned and long lived perennials with red globes atop of strong stems. Very hardy.
Lychnis chalcedonica ‘Carnea’ 80cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
salmon pink
Dusty Pink Maltese Cross
June to August
Zone 2
A somewhat subdued form of the well known maltese cross with mild pink flowers.
Lychnis flos-cuculi ‘Lychjen’ (PP14,139) 40cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Jenny Campion
May and June
Zone 3
Soft pink flowers have a ragged outline and give this plant its common name of ragged robin. This lovely little plant does well in moist, shaded perennial borders.
PERENNIALS
Lychnis viscaria ‘Winebird’
Jenny Campion
30cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
dark reddish purple
Winebird Catchfly
May and June
Zone 3
This is a dark purple form of the well known catchly. In midsummer, massed panicles of purple-red flowers are held atop strong thin stems, which are indeed, sticky enough to trap the odd small fly.
LYSIMACHIA - Loosetrife Lysimachia ciliata ‘Firecracker’ 60cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Firecracker Loosetrife
June to September
Zone 2
Rich bronze purple leaves form a loose clump. Nodding yellow flowers contrast beautifully.
Lysimachia nummularia 5cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Creeping Jenny
May to August
Zone 2
This prostrate spreader is excellent for creeping and trailing. Cheery yellow flowers.
Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’
Alexander’s Loosetrife
5cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Golden Creeping Jenny
May to August
Zone 2
Bright golden foliage forms a good mat or trailing plant. Does best in a shaded location.
Lysimachia punctata ‘Alexander’ (PP10,598) 60cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Alexander’s Loosetrife
June to September
Zone 2
Brightly variegated green and cream foliage with exciting golden yellow flower spikes.
MALVA - Mallow Malva moschata ‘Appleblossom’ 50cm x 50cm
full sun
soft pink
Apple Blossom Musk Mallow July to September
Zone 3
This perennial maintains a tidy form and remains moderately sized for the medium perennial border. The flowers are produced in abundance and are a soft pink shade.
Malva sylvestris ‘Zebrina’ 90cm x 90cm
Balmy Lilac™ Bee Balm
full sun
rose/maroon
Zebrina Mallow
July to September
Zone 4
These large flowers are a light shade of rose pink but have exotic veins of deep maroon.
MONARDA - Bee Balm Monarda didyma ‘Balbalmac’ (PPAF) 30cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
lilac
Balmy Lilac™ Bee Balm
June to August
Zone 3
Excellent early-flowering, compact monarda series. This dwarf variety is incredibly mildew resistant and brings bold shows of lilac purple flowers throughout the summer.
Monarda didyma ‘Balbalmose’ (PPAF) 30cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
rose pink
Balmy Rose™ Bee Balm
June to August
Zone 3
Excellent early-flowering, compact monarda series. This dwarf variety is incredibly mildew resistant and brings bold shows of rose pink flowers throughout the summer.
Balmy Rose™ Bee Balm
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Monarda didyma ‘Blue Stocking’ 80cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
deep violet
Blue Stocking Bee Balm
June and July
Zone 3
Strong upright form with deep violet blooms and a light, grayish green foliage. Mildew resistant.
Monarda didyma ‘ACreef’ (PP16,741) 80cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
deep rich pink
Coral Reef Bee Balm
July and August
Zone 3
This popular monarda introduction boasts a sturdy form, disease resistance, and rich pink flowers.
Monarda didyma ‘ACmum’ (PPAF) 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
pink-mauve
Grand Mum® Bee Balm
July to September
Zone 3
This most recent introduction comes from the Morden Research Station and attracts attention because of its pinkish flowers that look like giant chrysanthemums.
Monarda didyma ‘ACrade’ (PP19,580) 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
lavender-purple
Coral Reef Bee Balm
Grand Parade® Bee Balm
July to September
Zone 3
This compact, mid-sized plant is covered with bright flowers throughout mid-summer. The foliage is deep green and demonstrates excellent mildew resistance.
Monarda didyma ‘Jacob Kline’ 90cm x 70cm
full sun to partial shade
red
Jacob Kline Bee Balm
June and July
Zone 3
Produces the truest red flowers and is the tallest of our monarda. Strong mildew resistance.
Monarda didyma ‘Marshall’s Delight’ 60cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Marshall’s Delight Bee Balm June and July
Zone 3
Grand Parade® Bee Balm
MYOSOTIS - Forget-Me-Not Myosotis sylvatica 20cm x 20cm
full sun to full shade
indigo blue
Woodland Forget-Me-Not
May to September
Zone 3
This little biennial enjoys most environments and comes reliably from self-seeding. Excellent in a border or a companion to spring bulbs to cover up spent foliage.
NEPETA - Catmint Nepeta faassenii ‘Novanepjun’ 25cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
lavender blue
Junior Walker™ Catmint
May to September
Zone 2
This compact Nepeta retains the non-reseeding quality of its popular parent ‘Walker’s Low’ at a much smaller size. Blue-green foliage contrasts nicely with lavender-blue flowers for a long blooming window from mid-May through September.
Nepeta faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’ 40cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
purplish blue
Walker’s Low Catmint
June to August
Zone 2
Junior Walker™ Catmint
This recent plant of the year is dependable to produce masses of gentle colour throughout the summer season and is hardy to perform year after year. 2007 Perennial Plant of the Year
OENOTHERA - Primrose Oenothera missouriensis 20cm x 30cm
full sun
papery yellow
Yellow Evening Primrose
June and July
Zone 3
Narrow rich green foliage has a sprawling habit. Large, bright lemon yellow flowers
Oenothera speciosa ‘Twilight’ 50cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
pale pink
Twilight Evening Primrose
June and July
Zone 3
This is an upright, herbaceous perennial that has mid-green foliage with a distinctive purplebronze central marking, most pronounced in young growth. The flowers are large, clear pink and produced throughout summer in large quantities.
Twilight Evening Primrose
PAEONIA - Peony Paeonia lactiflora 80cm x 80cm
full sun
Garden Peony Selections June
Zone 2
These classic perennials are as old as gardening itself but have been enhanced over the years by improved new varieties. Staking will prevent the plants from falling in the event of strong wind or heavy rainfall. Excellent as a cutflower. Cultivar:
Flowers:
deep buds open to coral peach, outstanding bright red rich, deep red, double pure white pink over pale pink, double
‘Coral Charm’..................................... ‘Felix Crousse’................................... ‘Karl Rosenfeld’............................... ‘Mme. Emil Lemoine’................... ‘Mon. Jules Elie’...............................
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Coral Charm Peony
PERENNIALS
A Prairie development with clean green foliage and bright pink flowers. Good disease resistance.
‘Red Charm’........................................ deep merlot-red, very showy and large ‘Sarah Bernhardt’........................... dark rose pink ‘Sorbet’.................................................. soft pink/white/soft pink
Paeonia tenuifolia 60cm x 60cm
full sun
double red
June
Fernleaf Peony
Zone 2
A special plant collector’s item! The foliage is so fine that it almost looks artificial and the large flowers are fully double and an exotic shade of red. Very long lived perennial.
Paeonia x ‘Bartzella’
Red Charm Garden Peony
100cm x 75cm full sun to partial shade
Bartzella Itoh Peony
yellow
June
Zone 3
This is a vigorous plant with an abundance of huge semi double to double lemon yellow blooms and small red flares that glow in the afternoon sun. The large, well formed blossoms carried high above the green foliage also make great cut flowers. This variety is certainly a favourite.
Paeonia x ‘Canary Brilliants’
100cm x 75cm full sun to partial shade creamy yellow apricot
Canary Brilliants Itoh Peony June
Zone 3
This brilliant Itoh is semi-double to fully double. The flowers are yellow to creamy yellow with apricot hues in center. Some blooms remain light yellow while others become very brilliant in color
Paeonia x ‘Callie’s Memory’
100cm x 75cm full sun to partial shade
creamy with maroon
Callie’s Memory Itoh Peony June
Zone 3
The large, semi-double flowers appear mid-season and are yellow-cream in colour, edged in a deeper russet, with maroon flares and picotee edge. Very showy.
PERENNIALS
Canary Brilliants Itoh Peony
Paeonia x ‘Julia Rose’
100cm x 75cm full sun to partial shade
rose shades
Julia Rose Itoh Peony
June
Zone 3
Single to semi-double blooms open cherry red and change to orange and later yellow as the flowers mature. The result is an attractive mix of blooms on one plant. Very vigorous and floriferous.
Paeonia x ‘Singing in the Rain’
100cm x 75cm full sun to partial shade
yellow to pink
Singing in the Rain Itoh Peony June
Zone 3
Semi double flowers are yellow but heavily flushed and suffused with pink when first open. From a distance newly opened flowers appear light orange and they truly sing in the rain! Multi-coloured blooms on a floriferous plant with many side buds make this plant a real favourite.
PAPAVER - Poppy Papaver nudicaule ‘Champagne Bubbles’ 35cm x 35cm
Callie’s Memory Itoh Peony
full sun
mixed
Champagne Bubbles Iceland Poppy June to September
Zone 3
A bright pastel flower mixture is continually produced all summer long over tender green foliage.
Papaver nudicaule ‘Wonderland Mix’ 35cm x 25cm
full sun
mixed
Wonderland Mix Iceland Poppy June to September
Zone 3
This mix features large flowers on strong stems. Being wind and cold resistant, these poppy plants are very hardy and offer color very early and throughout season.
Papaver orientale ‘Allegro’ 80cm x 30cm
full sun
orange
Orange Oriental Poppy June
Zone 3
Massive orange-red flowers are produced on tall stalks in late June. Clumps of hairy green leaves.
Papaver orientale ‘Beauty of Livermere’ 100cm x 30cm
full sun
dark red
Red Oriental Poppy
June
Zone 3
Massive red flowers are produced on strong, tall stalks in late June. Clumps of hairy green leaves.
Wonderland Mix Iceland Poppy
Papaver orientale ‘Princess Victoria Louise’ 80cm x 30cm
full sun
soft pink
Pink Oriental Poppy
June
Zone 3
Large salmon-pink flowers have black centres and arrive on tall, sturdy stalks in late June.
Papaver orientale ‘Royal Wedding’ 80cm x 30cm
full sun
white/black
White Oriental Poppy
June
Zone 3
These large white blossoms have black centres and are very showy in late June.
PENSTEMON - Beard-Tongue Penstemon barbatus ‘Clearly Coral’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun
bright coral
Clearly Coral Beard-Tongue June to August
Zone 3
Short spikes of bright coral flowers are borne over clean green mounds of foliage. Developed in Manitoba for excellent hardiness and vigour in the Prairie landscape.
Pink Oriental Poppy
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Penstemon barbatus ‘Elfin Pink’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun
clear pink
Elfin Pink Beard-Tongue
June to August
Zone 3
Spikes of clear pink blossoms rise above a compact mound of green. Good vigour and hardiness.
Penstemon barbatus ‘Prairie Dusk’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun
vivid purple
Prairie Dusk Beard-Tongue
June to August
Zone 3
Nice upright spikes of vivid purple blossoms have a wonderful lifespan. Good as a cutflower.
Penstemon digitalis ‘Husker Red’ 75cm x 40cm
full sun
pink
Husker Red Beard-Tongue
July to September
Zone 3
Mounds of bronze-green foliage push up spikes of light pink blossoms. Foliage colour is enhanced in full sun. Plant in mass for the best effect. Perennial Plant of the Year 1996
Clearly Coral Beard-Tongue
PEROVSKIA - Russian Sage Perovskia atriplicifolia 90cm x 80cm
full sun
blue
Russian Sage
July to September
Zone 3
This wonderful plant is hardy and drought tolerant and produces vibrant silver foliage. Flowers arrive in mid summer and remain a cool blue almost up until frost. Perennial Plant of the Year 1995
Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Crazy Blue’ (PPAF) 40cm x 50cm
full sun
blue
Crazy Blue Russian Sage
July to September
Zone 3
A cloud of deep, mauve-blue flowers rise on upright spikes above the aromatic, silvery green foliage. One of the smallest russian sage varieties available and a good fit for smaller gardens.
Persicaria polymorpha 200cm x 200cm
full sun
white
Giant Fleeceflower
June to September
Crazy Blue Russian Sage
Zone 2
This magnificent perennial forms a strong upright clump and is covered in large, bright white blooms for weeks on end. It tolerates heat and drought and performs reliably year after year.
PHLOX - Phlox Phlox borealis 10cm x 30cm
full sun
pink
Arctic Phlox
May and June
Zone 2
Bright and fine green foliage forms a dense carpet. Early summer flowers are a bright pink.
Phlox carolina ‘Bill Baker’ 35cm x 40cm
full sun
pink
Bill Baker Phlox
May and June
Zone 3
A compact and versatile plant with great mildew resistance, Bill Baker will produce fragrant lavender-pink flowers with light centers. It flowers early and shows colour before summer phlox.
Phlox divaricata ‘Blue Moon’ 25cm x 30cm
full sun
blue, fragrant
Early Purple™ Summer Phlox
Blue Mountain Phlox
May and June
Zone 3
This mounding plant flowers early in the year with highly fragrant, light blue flowers.
Phlox paniculata
full sun
Summer Phlox
July to September
Zone 3
This group of perennials is well loved for their massive blooms which first appear in mid summer and provide interest up until frost comes. The form is upright and neat for the perennial border. Cultivar:
Height: Flowers:
‘David’......................................... 90cm.............pure white, fragrant, PPA 2002 Early Dark Pink™.................. 40cm.............dark pink with darker pink eyes Early Purple™.......................... 40cm.............bright purple with white starburst centres Early White™............................ 40cm.............beautiful pure white Flame™ Coral.......................... 40cm.............vibrant coral red, naturally compact and sturdy Flame™ Pink............................ 40cm.............fuchsia pink with a darker pink eye, fragrant, compact Flame™ Purple....................... 40cm.............rich purple with a small darker eye, fragrant, compact Flame™ Red.............................. 40cm.............red with a deeper red eye, fragrant ‘Orange Perfection’............ 80cm.............deep salmon/orange ‘Starfire’...................................... 80cm.............cherry red, dark foliage
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Flame™ Coral Summer Phlox
Flame™ Red Summer Phlox
PERENNIALS
PERSICARIA - Fleeceflower
Phlox subulata 15cm x 30cm
full sun
May and June
Moss Phlox
Zone 3
These plants form a low groundcover and are completely matted with colour in early summer. Cultivar:
Candy Stripes Moss Phlox
Flowers:
‘Amazing Grace’..................................................................... white with mauve eyes ‘Autumn Rose’...............................................................................................................pink ‘Blue Hills’........................................................................................................................blue ‘Candy Stripes’..................................................................... pink and white bi-colour ‘Maysnow’..................................................................................................................... white ‘Scarlet Flame’................................................................................................................red
PHYSOSTEGIA - Obedience Plant Physostegia virginiana ‘Miss Manners’ (PP12,637) 75cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
white
Miss Manners Obedience Plant July and August
Zone 2
Excellent displays of pure white spikes of flowers throughout the summer. The habit of this plant is tidy and it will not spread around like some other Physostegia.
Physostegia virginiana ‘Pink Bouquet’ 90cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Pink Bouquet Obedience Plant July and August
Zone 2
This plant has a lovely upright form and develops tall pink flower spikes in late summer.
Physostegia virginiana ‘Pink Manners’ (PP23,482) 75cm x 40cm
PERENNIALS
Pink Manners Obedience Plant
full sun to partial shade
pink
Pink Manners Obedience Plant July and August
Zone 2
Large displays of lavender pink flowers are held proudly upright over a very neat, sturdy plant. This new selection requires no staking and is not invasive or messy in the garden.
PLATYCODON - Balloonflower Platycodon grandiflorus ‘Fuji Blue’ 50cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
deep blue
Fuji Blue Balloonflower
July and August
Zone 3
Plants form a mound of green foliage, bearing inflated buds that open into star-shaped violet-blue blossoms. This medium-height selection is great for the border and excellent as a cutflower.
Platycodon grandiflorus ‘Fuji Pink’ 50cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
soft pink
Fuji Pink Balloonflower
July and August
Zone 3
Plants form a mound of green foliage, bearing inflated buds that open into star-shaped soft pink blossoms. This medium-height selection is great for the border and excellent as a cutflower.
POLEMONIUM - Jacob’s Ladder
Fuji Blue Balloonflower
Polemonium boreale ‘Heavenly Habit’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
blue
Heavenly Habit Jacob’s Ladder June
Zone 3
Blue and fragrant--a rare combination! Forms a neatly compact clump of glossy, ferny green foliage topped with fragrant, blue blossoms with a yellow halo and white eye.
Polemonium reptans ‘Touch of Class’ (PP19,768) 35cm x 35cm
full sun to partial shade
light blue
Touch of Class Jacob’s Ladder June
Zone 3
Striking foliage with lacy green leaves edged in creamy white which take on a pink tinge in cooler weather. Clusters of pale blue bells top the foliage in mid summer.
POLYGONATUM - Solomon’s Seal Polygonatum multiflorum ‘Variegatum’ 60cm x 60cm
Fuji Pink Balloonflower
partial to full shade
creamy white
Variegated Solomon’s Seal June
Zone 2
Strong arching stems of bright variegated foliage form a dense and slowly spreading clump. In early summer the stems are thick with little hanging bells that are delicate and sweetly fragrant. Perennial Plant of the Year 2013
PRIMULA - Primrose Primula denticulata 20cm x 20cm
partial to full shade
pink, lilac, white
Drumstick Primrose
April and May
Zone 2
This mixed primrose variety flowers very early in the spring and shows wonderful hardiness.
Primula japonica ‘Miller’s Crimson’ 30cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
red
Miller’s Crimson Primrose
May and June
Zone 3
This selection produces candelabra-type or whorls of rose-red blossoms mid to late spring.
Primula x ‘Assiniboine’ 10cm x 15cm
partial to full shade
mixed
Assiniboine Primrose
May
Soft green leaves form are topped with soft pink flowers. A hardy Manitoba introduction.
Miller’s Crimson Primrose
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Zone 2
PULMONARIA - Lungwort Pulmonaria saccharata ‘Majeste’ 25cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
blue
May
Majeste Lungwort Zone 3
Mottled green foliage turns to silver by mid-summer. Early summer flowers are little balls of blue.
Pulmonaria saccharata ‘Sissinghurst White’ 25cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
Sissinghurst White Lungwort
white
May
Zone 3
Deep green foliage is speckled with silver and bright white flowers are a wonderful contrast.
Raspberry Splash Lungwort
Pulmonaria saccharata ‘Raspberry Splash’ (PP12,138) 25cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
rich pink
May
Zone 3
Assiniboine Primrose
A top selection for vigour and flower production with sizeable clusters of large, bright raspberry pink flowers which age to lilac purple. Forms an upright clump of dark green, silver spotted foliage.
PULSATILLA - Pasque Flower Pulsatilla vulgaris ‘Papageno’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun
mixed
Double Frills Mix Pasque Flower April
Zone 3
This terrific spring plant produces fringed to semi-double flowers with a mix of colour ranging from pure white to bright pink, dark red, and blue violet tones. The foliage is fine and ferny.
RHEUM - Ornamental Rhubarb Rheum palmatum var. tanguticum
150cm x 150cm full sun to partial shade
Ornamental Rhubarb
white to pink
May to July
Zone 3
Raspberry Splash Lungwort
RUDBECKIA - Gloriosa Daisy Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Goldsturm’ 60cm x 50cm
full sun
Black-Eyed Susan
yellow/black
July to September
Zone 3
This classic perennial produces bright yellow flowers with black centres from late summer until frost. It brings a terrific splash of colour and looks great in mass. Perennial Plant of the Year 1999
Rudbeckia fulgida ‘Little Goldstar’ (PP22,397) 35cm x 30cm
full sun
yellow/black
Little Goldstar Black-Eyed Susan July to September
Zone 3
This terrific perennial produces a dome of the well-loved golden-yellow blossoms but now in a compact and sturdy form. Flowers are produced steadily for a long time through late summer.
Rudbeckia hirta ‘Prairie Sun’ 70cm x 50cm
full sun
Gloriosa Daisy
yellow/green
July to September
Zone 4
This award winning variety produces large, light yellow flowers with green centres. Very stable.
Rudbeckia hirta ‘Rustic Colors’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun
Ornamental Rhubarb
Gloriosa Daisy
red-bronze
July to September
Zone 4
This dwarf selection produces mixed flowers from red to mahogany and re-blooms all summer.
Rudbeckia nitida ‘Herbstsonne’ 175cm x 70cm
full sun
Autumn Sun Coneflower
lemon yellow
July to September
Zone 2
Forms a massive upright clump with tall stalks of lemon yellow daisies. Excellent for cutting.
Rudbeckia triloba ‘Prairie Glow’ 100cm x 70cm
full sun
Prairie Glow Brown-Eyed Susan
yellow, bright red eye
July to October
Zone 3
This plant is a clump forming, well -branched, strong, upright plant with red-brown stems with 8cm across bronzy-orange and yellow daisy-like flowers from early summer until frost.
SAGINA - Pearl Wort Sagina subulata 5cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
white
June to August
Little Goldstar Black-Eyed Susan
Irish Moss Zone 3
Very fine, moss-like foliage forms a dense mat and is covered with tiny white flowers by June.
Sagina subulata ‘Aurea’ 5cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
white
June to August
Scotch Moss Zone 3
Vibrant, golden yellow foliage forms a dense mat and is an excellent highlight in a rock garden.
SALVIA - Sage Salvia nemorosa ‘Ostfriesland’ 45cm x 45cm
full sun to partial shade
deep blue
East Friesland Sage
June and July
Zone 3
Similar to Blue Queen but with deeper blue flower colour and a more compact and durable form.
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Prairie Glow Brown-Eyed Susan
PERENNIALS
Large clump of large pointy-edged leaves tinged with bronzy-red in spring, later becoming green. Bizarre spikes of flowers tower overhead in summer in shades of creamy white to soft pink to red.
Salvia nemorosa ‘Mainacht’ 45cm x 45cm
full sun to partial shade
blue violet
May Night Sage
May to June
Zone 3
Long lasting blue violet spikes make this sturdy variety a perennial favourite. Deadhead to encourage reblooming. Excellent as a cutflower. Perennial Plant of the Year 1997
Salvia nemorosa ‘New Dimension Blue’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
violet blue
New Dimension Blue Sage
June and July
Zone 3
Well branched, compact plants with sturdy displays of blue-violet flowers on deep purple stems.
New Dimension Blue Sage
Salvia nemorosa ‘New Dimension Rose’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
New Dimension Rose Sage
June and July
Zone 3
Well branched, compact plants with sturdy displays of rose pink flowers on pinkish purple stems.
Salvia nemorosa ‘Sensation Blue’ (PPAF) 25cm x 30cm
full sun
blue
Sensation Blue Sage
June and July
Zone 3
This selection is compact with chubby spikes of rich medium blue. Excellent for cutting. Drought tolerant once established. Excellent for the perennial border or in a patio container.
Salvia nemorosa ‘Sensation Rose’ (PPAF) 25cm x 30cm
full sun
pink
Sensation Rose Sage
June and July
Zone 3
This selection is compact with chubby spikes of rich magenta pink. Excellent for cutting. Drought tolerant once established. Excellent for the perennial border or in a patio container.
SAPONARIA - Soapwort
PERENNIALS
New Dimension Rose Sage
Saponaria ocymoides 20cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
bright pink
May and June
Soapwort Zone 2
This low growing perennial forms a mound of green and is smothered with bright pink by May.
SAXIFRAGA - Saxifrage Saxifraga x arendsii ‘Purple Robe’ 10cm x 20cm
partial shade
carmine pink
Purple Robe Mossy Saxifrage April to June
Zone 3
Exhibits similar form to the white mossy saxifrage but with deep, carmine pink flowers.
SCABIOSA - Pincushion Flower Scabiosa columbaria ‘Butterfly Blue’ 30cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
lavender blue
Butterfly Blue Pincushion Flower June to October
Zone 3
This mounding perennial produces large lavender blue pincushion flowers all summer long. The foliage is bright and clean throughout the summer. Perennial Plant of the Year 2000
Sensation Blue Sage
Scabiosa columbaria ‘Pink Mist’ 30cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Pink Mist Pincushion Flower June to October
Zone 3
A mounding selection that produces endless displays of pink pincushions held high and strong.
SEDUM - Stonecrop Sedum kamtschaticum ‘Variegatum’ 10cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
rich yellow
Variegated Russian Stonecrop July and August
Zone 2
Green and yellow variegated foliage forms a prostrate carpet. Rich yellow flowers accent in mid summer.
Sedum reflexum 15cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Blue Spruce Stonecrop
July and August
Zone 2
Oblong blue foliage looks like mini spruce trees and forms a thick mat. Bright yellow flowers.
Sensation Rose Sage
Sedum rupestre ‘Angelina’ 5cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Angelina Stonecrop
July and August
Zone 3
This plant is a great low-growing groundcover noted for bright golden-yellow succulent foliage and yellow flowers in mid to late summer. It is similar to the popular S. relexum except for the golden foliage. Excellent for rock and alpine gardens.
Sedum sieboldii 15cm x 30cm
full sun
pink
October Stonecrop
September and October
Zone 3
Silver blue scalloped foliage with clusters of star shaped, bright pink flowers in fall. Unique arching habit with good hardiness. The entire plant turns light to deep pink with colder temperatures.
Sedum spectabilis ‘Autumn Fire’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
rose
Autumn Fire Stonecrop
August to October
Selected for a tight growth habit, thick foliage, and brightly coloured rosy flower heads.
October Stonecrop
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Zone 2
Sedum spectabilis ‘Autumn Joy’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
bronze
Autumn Joy Stonecrop
August to October
Zone 2
This classic upright perennial has thick green foliage and massive bronze domes in late summer.
Sedum spectabilis ‘Elsie’s Gold’ (PP20,368) 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
bronze
Elsie’s Gold Stonecrop
August to October
Zone 3
This new plant is a great dwarf version of Autumn Joy with golden marginal leaf variegation and a tidy, compact form. Flowers open as a soft pink and fade to bronze by late fall.
Sedum spurium ‘Red Carpet’ 10cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Red Carpet Stonecrop
July and August
Zone 2
Elsie’s Gold Stonecrop
This prostrate groundcover is a deep, bronzy red colour with bright pink mid summer flowers.
Sedum spurium ‘Tricolor’ 10cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Tricolor Stonecrop
July and August
Zone 2
Exciting green, red, and cream variegation. Forms a dense carpet covered with pink in summer.
Sedum telephium ‘Sunset Cloud’ 15cm x 40cm
full sun
red
Sunset Cloud Stonecrop
July to September
Zone 3
This colourful selection has an upright, arching habit with purple foliage that emerges green in spring. Clusters of rose-red flowers appear in late summer. Good as a cutflower.
Sedum x ‘Golden Carpet’ 10cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Golden Carpet Stonecrop
July and August
Zone 2
Sedum x ‘Matrona’ 40cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
bronzy pink
Sunset Cloud Stonecrop
Matrona Stonecrop
August to October
Zone 2
Large, gray green foliage has a tinge of purple. Jumbo flower domes rise above the plant.
Sedum x ‘Postman’s Pride’ (PP16,831) 45cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
reddish pink
Postman’s Pride Stonecrop
July and August
Zone 3
Characterized by bushy, compact growth with very dark brown to almost black succulent leaves. Dark purple flower buds open to a dark, pinkish-red flower colour. Excellent sturdy form.
Sedum x ‘T Rex’ 60cm x 80cm
full sun to partial shade
rose pink
T Rex Stonecrop
August and September
Zone 3
Sharply toothed edges on the strongly upright foliage, and clusters of cream buds open to enormous rose pink flower clusters.
Postman’s Pride Stonecrop
SEMPERVIVUM - Hens and Chicks Sempervivum arachnoideum 10cm x 20cm
full sun
pink
Cobweb Hens and Chicks
June to August
Zone 3
Light green succulent rosettes are covered with silvery, web-like hairs. Pink flowers by mid June.
Sempervivum arachnoideum ‘Kalinda’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
pink
Kalinda Hens and Chicks
June to August
Zone 3
This great variety has large succulent leaves that are held in tight green heads with blood red tips.
Sempervivum arachnoideum ‘Robin’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
deep pink
Robin Hens and Chicks
June to August
Zone 3
Lovely cranberry rosettes fade to pale green tips and are accented by silvery web-like hairs in the centre of each rosette. This is an excellent complement to Cobweb.
Sempervivum tectorum ‘Sunset’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
deep pink
Sunset Hens and Chicks
June to August
Zone 3
T Rex Stonecrop
Emerald green leaves have red tips and take on an orange-red glow in cooler weather..
Sempervivum x ‘Ashes of Roses’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
deep pink
Ashes of Roses Hens and Chicks June to August
Zone 3
This exciting form has rosettes of deep purple with green accents. Silvery hairs are a highlight.
Sempervivum x ‘Calcareum’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
light pink
Calcareum Hens and Chicks June to August
Zone 3
This green form is accented by brown leaf tips. Rosettes reach a good size over time.
Sempervivum x ‘Desert Bloom’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
light pink
Desert Bloom Hens and Chicks June to August
Zone 3
Deep gray-green rosettes are highlighted by rosy red centers. Perfect for rock garden plantings.
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PERENNIALS
This low growing green groundcover produces bright, golden yellow flowers in mid summer.
Sempervivum x ‘Purple Beauty’ 10cm x 20cm
full sun
pink
Purple Beauty Hens and Chicks June to August
Zone 3
Rosettes are large and deep reddish purple and flowers are medium pink. Very popular item.
SOLIDAGO - Goldenrod Solidago x ‘Laurin’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun
golden yellow
Laurin Goldenrod
August to October
Zone 3
Mounding green foliage is covered with large golden yellow plumes late in the summer.
Laurin Goldenrod
STACHYS - Lamb’s Ears Stachys lanata 30cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
pink
Lamb’s Ears
June
Zone 3
This well known perennial produces mounds of grayish leaves with a soft, wooly texture.
Stachys monieri ‘Hummelo’ 45cm x 50cm
full sun
purple
June and July
Alpine Betony
Zone 3
This perennial forms a low mound of crispy green foliage. In early summer the upright spikes of bright-purple flowers appear, which attract bees to the nectar. Deadhead to promote re-blooming.
STATICE - Statice Statice limonium 60cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
lavender
Sea Lavender
July to September
Zone 3
PERENNIALS
Airy lavender clouds of delicate flowers are produced by mid summer and last until fall.
Alpine Betony
TANACETUM - Painted Daisy Tanacetum coccineum ‘Robinson Giant Mix’ 70cm x 40cm
full sun
vibrant mix
Robinson Giant Mix Painted Daisy July and August
Zone 2
A vibrant mixture of daisies are produced in mid summer and are excellent as cutflowers.
Tanacetum coccineum ‘Robinson Pink’ 70cm x 40cm
full sun
pink/yellow
Robinson Pink Painted Daisy July and August
Zone 2
Soft pink daisies with yellow eyes are held up on stiff stems and make excellent cutflowers.
Tanacetum coccineum ‘Robinson Red’ 70cm x 40cm
full sun
red/yellow
Robinson Red Painted Daisy July and August
Zone 2
This produces scarlet-red flowers which measure 7cm wide and are daisy-like with a bright yellow center. It has interesting ferny foliage much like that of yarrow.
Robinson Red Painted Daisy
THALICTRUM - Meadow-rue Thalictrum delavayi ‘Hewitt’s Double’
130cm x 55cm full sun to partial shade
mauve
Hewitt’s Double Meadow-Rue July and August
Zone 3
Magnificent sprays of double, mauve purple flowers are produced on tall, dark stems. Terrific accent plant for deep in the perennial border. Distinctive green foliage forms a nice mound.
THYMUS - Thyme Thymus citriodorus 20cm x 30cm
full sun
pink
June and July
Lemon Thyme
Zone 3
Small green leaves give off a distinct lemon scent when touched. Loads of pink flowers in June.
Thymus citriodorus ‘Doone Valley’ 10cm x 30cm
Hewitt’s Double Meadow-Rue
full sun
deep pink
Doone Valley Thyme
June and July
Zone 3
This low, creeping variety, has dark green foliage tipped with bright gold in fall. It has a pleasant lemony fragrance. A nice display of bright purple-pink flowers appears in mid summer.
Thymus praecox ‘Albus’ 5cm x 20cm
full sun
white
White Creeping Thyme
June and July
Zone 2
This form is highly prostrate with tiny deep green leaves and a thick carpet of white blossoms.
Thymus praecox ‘Coccineus’ 5cm x 20cm
full sun
mauve
Mauve Creeping Thyme
June and July
Zone 2
This prostrate creeping form is blanketed in early summer with rich mauve flowers.
Thymus pseudolanuginosis 8cm x 20cm
full sun
pink
June to August
Wooly Thyme
Zone 2
Grayish green, fuzzy foliage makes a great low mat in rock and alpine locations. Needs drainage.
Doone Valley Thyme
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Thymus serphyllum 15cm x 30cm
full sun
purple
Mother of Thyme
July to September
Zone 3
Forms a low growing, spreading mat of green with is covered in lovely purple through summer.
Thymus serphyllum ‘Pink Chintz’ 10cm x 30cm
full sun
salmon pink
Pink Chintz Thyme
May to July
Zone 3
One of the first thymes to flower each year, this charming and reliable cultivar bursts into bloom in spring with unique salmon-pink flowers. It is quite tolerant of dry conditions, but grows robustly with plenty of water.
TIARELLA - Foamflower
Pink Chintz Thyme
Tiarella wherryi ‘Jade Peacock’ (PPAF) 25cm x 25cm
partial to full shade
white
Jade Peacock Foamflower
May and June
Zone 3
Low maintenance, evergreen shade perennial which emerges chartreuse with a deep red centre in spring and matures to a glossy, jade green with a deep purple centre. Creamy white flowers are borne prolifically over a compact, clumping plant.
TRADESCANTIA - Spiderwort Tradescantia x andersoniana ‘Bilberry Ice’ 25cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
lilac/white
Bilberry Ice Spiderwort
June to September
Zone 3
These flowers are lilac with white edges and are produced steadily for months on end. The foliage forms a dense clump and requires minimal effort for great performance.
50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
violet blue
Blue and Gold Spiderwort
June to September
Zone 3
Amazing bright golden foliage is a real eyecatcher with deep violet blue flowers.
Tradescantia x andersoniana ‘Concord Grape’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
dark violet
Jade Peacock Foamflower
Concord Grape Spiderwort
June to September
Zone 3
The plain green blades form a slowly spreading clump. Flowers are a unique shade of purple.
Tradescantia x andersoniana ‘Leonora’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
blue
Leonora Spiderwort
June to September
Zone 3
Large blue flowers are borne all summer long. Foliage is strong and healthy with a bushy habit.
TROLLIUS - Globeflower Trollius x cultorum ‘Golden Queen’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
deep yellow
Golden Queen Globeflower
July and August
Zone 3
Divided green foliage forms a compact mound. Long, wiry stems hold up rich yellow globes.
Trollius x cultorum ‘New Moon’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
yellow
Bilberry Ice Spiderwort
New Moon Globeflower
July and August
Zone 3
Divided green foliage forms a compact mound. Large, creamy yellow flowers on strong upright stems make a terrific spring and summer display as well as great cut flowers. Prefers cooler spots.
VERONICA - Speedwell Veronica gentianoides ‘Little Blues’ 15cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
blue
Little Blues Speedwell
May to July
Zone 3
This new plant is a lovely little creeping ground cover, blooming in late spring. It produces short, bright, light blue flower spikes in early summer. It is also nice in a mixed container.
Veronica prostrata ‘Aztec Gold’ (PP13,354) 10cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
blue
Aztec Gold Speedwell
June and July
Zone 3
Little Blues Speedwell
Low golden mounds of foliage are a real eyecatcher. Mid summer blooms are electric blue.
Veronica spicata ‘Red Fox’ 40cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
deep pink
Red Fox Speedwell
June to August
Zone 2
Showy pink to red spikes are a highlight in a perennial border throughout the summer months.
Veronica teucrium ‘Royal Blue’ 40cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
royal blue
Royal Blue Austrian Speedwell July and August
Zone 2
Bright green mounding foliage turns into a brilliant blue mound by mid summer.
Veronica whitleyi 5cm x 20cm
full sun to partial shade
mauve-blue
Whitley’s Speedwell
June and July
Zone 3
A spreading mat of small gray-green leaves is smothered by soft blue flowers in early summer.
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PERENNIALS
Tradescantia x andersoniana ‘Blue and Gold’
Veronica x ‘Sunny Border Blue’ 50cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
dark violet blue
Sunny Border Blue Speedwell June to August
Zone 2
Upright form with green, crinkled foliage and seemingly endless displays of short, violet blue flower spikes. Very durable and popular in the perennial border. Perennial Plant of the Year 1993
VINCA - Periwinkle Vinca minor
10cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
blue
April to June
Periwinkle Zone 3
An excellent groundcover forming mats of shiny green foliage with clear, periwinkle blue flowers.
Purple Labrador Violet
VIOLA - Viola Viola labradorica 15cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
china blue
Purple Labrador Violet
May to July
Zone 2
Low tufts of purple-tinged leaves with purple, violet type flowers. Prefers a cool, moist location.
WALDSTEINIA - Barren Strawberry Waldsteinia ternata 15cm x 30cm
partial to full shade
yellow
Barren Strawberry
June
Zone 3
Forms a dense mat of shiny leaves that somewhat resemble those of a strawberry. A good lowmaintenance groundcover that is studded by little yellow flowers in the spring
FERNS
Barren Strawberry ATHYRIUM - Lady Fern Athyrium filix-femina 30cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
Lady Fern Zone 3
Bright green, lacy fronds form dense little clumps.
Athyrium filix-femina ‘Frizelliae’ 30cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
Tatting Fern
Zone 3
This low-growing and soft-textured fern forms a compact clump with bright green fronds that look like beaded, lacy embroidery. It prefers well-drained but moist locations.
Athyrium filix-femina ‘Lady in Red’ 60cm x 50cm
Lady in Red Fern
partial to full shade
Lady in Red Fern
Zone 3
This selection features vibrant burgundy stems contrasting beautifully with the lacy green fronds. The burgundy color in the stems develops fully after the second dormancy. Excellent accent plant.
Athyrium x ‘Ghost’ 60cm x 45cm
partial to full shade
Ghost Fern
Zone 3
This cross between Athyrium filix-femina and nipponicum has frosted apple-green fronds that seem to glow in the shade. The stems are purple and have a strong upright habit.
DRYOPTERIS - Wood Fern
FERNS
Dryopteris erythrosora 40cm x 40cm
full sun to full shade
Autumn Fern Zone 4
Compact habit, new young fronds are coppery-pink, contrasting well with old green fronds.
Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Barnesii’
Narrow Male Fern
75cm x 35cm
full sun to full shade
Narrow Male Fern Zone 2
This great upright fern produces long fronds of delicate looking foliage that has good durability and maintains a tidy habit. It has a ruffled appearance and is also great in floral arrangements.
Dryopteris filix-mas ‘Crispa’ 30cm x 30cm
full sun to full shade
Crinkled Male Fern Zone 2
An easy woodland fern which tolerates a fair bit of sun. Triangular fronds of lacy dark green leaves with ruffled edges; upright and compact.
MATTEUCIA - Ostrich Fern Matteuccia struthiopteris 90cm x 40cm
partial to full shade
Native Fern Zone 2
This native fern still grows wild along riverbanks and in shaded woods and is a wonderful addition to the back of a shaded garden. Lacy green foliage is most appreciated when massed together.
Crinkled Male Fern
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ORNAMENTAL GRASSES ANDROPOGON - Bluestem Andropogon geraldii ‘Red October’ (PPAF) 180cm x 50cm
full sun
red
Red October Big Bluestem
September and October
Zone 3
Deep green foliage emerges in spring with notable red tips, but the real show begins after the first frost produces a flurry of vivid red. Tall, scarlet red inflorescences sway in the fall breeze. Striking.
ARRENATHERUM - Oat Grass Arrenatherum bulbosum ‘Variegatum’ 25cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
light tan, showy
July
Bulbous Oat Grass
Red October Big Bluestem
Zone 2
This dwarf grass forms a nice clump with fine cream and white variegation.
CALAMAGROSTIS - Reed Grass Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Avalanche’ 125cm x 40cm
full sun
tan, persistent
Avalanche Feather Reed Grass July
Zone 3
A great new variegated form of feather reed grass with similar habit to the well known Karl Foerster. The leaves are green with a bright white margin. Feathery seed heads form in late summer and persist through fall and winter for excellent late season appeal.
Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ 125cm x 40cm
full sun
tan, persistent
Foerster’s Feather Reed Grass July
Zone 3
This staple Prairie item has bright green blades that give way to thick tan seedheads on sturdy and long-lasting stems. Provides interest all winter long. Perennial Plant of the Year 2001
Foerster’s Feather Reed Grass
DESCHAMPSIA - Hair Grass Deschampsia caespitosa 75cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
bronzy/mustard
July
Tufted Hair Grass Zone 3
Upright growing habit; forms a tidy, controlled clump with very attractive seed heads developing by mid July and persisting throughout the summer and fall.
Deschampsia caespitosa ‘Bronzeschleier’ 75cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
bronze
Bronze Veil Tufted Hair Grass July
Zone 3
FESTUCA - Fescue Festuca glauca ‘Skinner’s Blue’ 25cm x 30cm
full sun to partial shade
tan brown
Skinner’s Blue Fescue
August
Zone 2
Bronze Veil Tufted Hair Grass
Very fine, tough blue blades contribute to a low growing, dense mound. Bright blue colour. Selected in northern Manitoba for superior hardiness and durability.
HAKONECHLOA - Japanese Forest Grass Golden Japanese Forest Grass
Hakonechloa macra ‘Aureola’ 40cm x 40cm
partial shade
Zone 4
Long, arching bamboo-like golden leaves with narrow, dark green margins make a terrific accent plant for the shady garden. Perennial Plant of the Year for 2009
HELICTOTRICHON - Oat Grass Helictotrichon sempervirens ‘Saphire’ 80cm x 60cm
full sun
tan brown
August
Blue Oat Grass Zone 3
Narrow, tough blades are an intense shade of blue and attract a lot of attention.
Skinner’s Blue Fescue
HIEROCHLOE - Sweet Grass Hierochloe odorata 50cm x 60cm
full sun to partial shade
Sweet Grass Zone 3
This native Prairie grass thrives in rich moist soil but is adaptable to nearly any location. It spreads through rhizomes and was traditionally used in aboriginal ceremonies.
IMPERATA - Blood Grass Japanese Blood Grass
Imperata cylindrica ‘Red Baron’ 50cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
Zone 3
Foliage is a unique mix of burgundy and green that turns to rich red throughout by fall.
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Japanese Blood Grass
GRASSES
This grass has long lasting bronzy-green flower spikes in summer that mature to bronze-yellow in fall. Dense clumps of dark green foliage. Excellent accent plant for the border or mass planted.
KOELERIA - Hair Grass Koeleria glauca 25cm x 25cm
full sun to partial shade
tan
July
Blue Hair Grass Zone 3
Tidy little clumps of narrow, fine blue blades are accented by lovely tan seed heads.
LEYMUS - Lyme Grass Blue Dune Lyme Grass
Leymus arenarius ‘Blue Dune’ 60cm x 60cm
Agassiz Red Maiden Grass
full sun to partial shade
Zone 3
Striking silver blue foliage is a standout in any landscape. An excellent groundcover and effective in bank stabilization. Spreads vigorously by rhizomes, filling in large areas quickly. Deciduous.
MISCANTHUS - Maiden Grass Miscanthus purpurascens 150cm x 90cm
full sun
golden
Flame Grass
August
Zone 3
This wonderful cold hardy grass produces light, purplish foliage throughout the summer and transforms to bright red-orange in the fall. It forms an excellent, tidy clump in the landscape.
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Agassiz Red’ 120cm x 80cm
full sun
Agassiz Red Maiden Grass
burgundy
August
Zone 3
A striking midsize plant featuring brilliant fall coloured foliage and stems. It has a nice upright habit and is a great addition to the perennial garden.
PANICUM - Switch Grass
Blood Brothers Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum ‘Blood Brothers’
130cm x 80cm full sun to partial shade
Blood Brothers Switch Grass
red
August
Zone 3
This terrific new plant forms an upright, vase-shaped mound of green-blue leaves and the tips develop blood-red tones by midsummer that get better through the autumn. Sprays of small reddish flowers develop into tan seedheads by late fall. One of the best Panicum on the market.
Cheyenne Sky Switch Grass
Panicum virgatum ‘Cheyenne Sky’ (PP23,209) 90cm x 40cm
full sun to partial shade
wine red
August
Zone 3
This selection forms a tight, vase-shaped clump of blue-green foliage that begins turning wine red in early summer. By late summer, nearly the entire clump is drenched in color and is topped by matching wine-red flower panicles held just above the foliage.
GRASSES
Panicum virgatum ‘Heavy Metal’
125cm x 50cm full sun to partial shade
Cheyenne Sky Switch Grass
airy, reddish
Heavy Metal Switch Grass August
Zone 3
This selection has a very strong upright habit and develops very showy seed by late summer. The foliage is a metallic shade of blue and turns yellow by fall.
Panicum virgatum ‘Northwind’
125cm x 75cm full sun to partial shade
Northwind Switch Grass
airy, green
August
Zone 3
This selection forms a tall, narrow mound of olive-green leaves, bearing airy heads of tiny green flowers in late summer. Fall colour is golden, fading to tan. Perennial Plant of the Year 2014
Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’ 70cm x 50cm
full sun to partial shade
red
August
Red Switch Grass Zone 3
This grass produces medium green blades which are red tipped early in the year and turn into a spectacular burgundy colour by mid summer. The form is dense and very upright.
PHALARIS - Ribbon Grass Phalaris arundinacea ‘Picta’ 50cm x 75cm
Northwind Switch Grass
full sun to partial shade
Variegated Ribbon Grass
tan, showy
August
Zone 2
This is excellent for massing and the variegated foliage remains bright and clean all summer.
Phalaris arundinacea ‘Feesey’ 60cm x 75cm
full sun to partial shade
tan, showy
Strawberries & Cream Ribbon Grass August
Zone 2
This newer selection of Ribbon Grass provides a nice shade of pink in the variegation in spring and early summer. It also maintains an upright growth habit.
SCHIZACHYRIUM - Little Bluestem Schizachyrium scoparium ‘The Blues’ 90cm x 40cm
full sun
silvery blue
The Blues Little Bluestem
July and August
Zone 3
This grass cultivar has a great, upright form with greyish blue, narrow blades. It takes on an orange hue in the fall which compliments the fluffy, silvery seedheads. Excellent for dry and eroded sites.
The Blues Little Bluestem
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VEGETABLES BROCCOLI Artwork
Fruit size: 15cm
Days to Harvest: 50
A unique stem broccoli that produces a tasty bouquet that can be eaten in its entirety. Gardeners just pinch off the main head and tender side shoots keep coming. All-America Selections Winner.
CELERY
Artwork Broccoli
Tango
35cm x 15cm
Days to Harvest: 80
Early, very heavy yields with extremely smooth stalks. Excellent eating quality - tender and sweet.
CUCUMBER Burpless #26 30cm x 125cm
Fruit size: 25cm
Days to Harvest: 60
This great burpless variety has smooth, dark green fruit and grows on a very compact structure.
Patio Snacker 30cm x 125cm
Fruit size: 20cm
Days to Harvest: 39
Short vining plant is well-branched and high-yielding, producing dark green fruits with great flavour and a nice crunch. Fast growing and vigorous in the garden.
Salad Crop
30cm x 150cm
Tango Celery Fruit size: 20cm
Days to Harvest: 62
Compact plants produce uniform, tasty, dark green fruit. Good for growing on fences or trellises.
EGGPLANT Patio Baby
40cm x 30cm
Fruit size: 9cm
Days to Harvest: 45
This unique, high-yielding, compact variety produces individual sized eggplants very early with a wide harvest window. The plants are thornless for easy harvest. Excellent for patio gardens.
Satin Moon 50cm x 70cm
Fruit size: 15-20cm
Days to Harvest: 50
Expect big, bushy plants that bear large oval fruit that are smooth and firm. Excellent fruit quality.
Turkish Orange 50cm x 70cm
Fruit size: 7-10cm
Days to Harvest: 50
Salad Crop Cucumber
Stunning red-orange heirloom variety from Turkey. The small fruit are eaten when green and are good for stuffing when they turn orange. Heavy yielding and insect resistant.
GOJI BERRY Shanghai Express 40cm x 50cm
Fruit size: 1-2cm
Days to Harvest: 95
This improved selection produces red fruit the year when seeds are started early in the greenhouse. The sweet berries can be eaten fresh or added to soups and stews.
GOURD Galaxy of Stars 30cm x 150cm
Fruit size: 8-12cm
Days to Harvest: 95
Hybrid mix produces unique star shaped fruit in yellow, cream, orange, green, and white with varying striped patterns. Great for fall displays.
Turkish Orange Eggplant
GROUND CHERRIES Aunt Molly’s 50cm x 50cm
Fruit size: 1-2cm
Days to Harvest: 70
Delicious tropical taste in an attractive paper wrapper! Ground cherries are very sweet and taste a bit like pineapples. Can be used in preserves, pies, over ice-cream, or eaten fresh. The fruit from these prolific plants can be stored for 3-4 weeks after harvesting.
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Galaxy of Stars Gourd
KALE Kale Storm
25cm x 30cm
Days to Harvest: 25
A well balanced mix of purple, green, and blue varieties are all presented together in one convenient mix. This will not bolt in containers and is a terrific patio item for continual fresh harvests.
Scarletbor
40cm x 30cm
Kale Storm
Days to Harvest: 70
Vigorous variety produces red-purple foliage that deepens in colour and becomes curlier in cooler weather. Can be harvested at baby stage or left to mature. Highly attractive as an ornamental too.
LETTUCE Alfresco Mix
30cm x 30cm
Days to Harvest: 14-21
Grow your own truly garden-fresh salads! This colourful and nutricious mix includes red and green leaf lettuces with arugula, endive, and radicchio to give a true Mediterranean flavour and look.
Summer Picnic Mix
30cm x 30cm
Days to Harvest: 14-21
This terrific mix is blended for heat tolerance so you can enjoy salad all summer long. It is an all lettuce mix including red and green varieties.
MELON
Scarletbor Kale
Sugar Cube
30cm x 150cm
Fruit size: 908 gram
Days to Harvest: 81
Each plant produces multiple 2-lb cantaloupes with deep orange flesh that measures a sweet 14% sugar content on the Brix scale. Plus, Sugar Cube has excellent disease resistance and shelf life.
PEPPER SWEET BELL PEPPER Admiral
Fruit size: 11x11cm
Days to Harvest: 80
Strong plants with good fruit cover produce continuous harvests of great tasting blocky, fourlobed yellow peppers for fresh eating, grilling, and cooking. Can harvest green 2-3 weeks earlier.
Better Belle II
Admiral Pepper
Fruit size: 10x13cm
Days to Harvest: 70
These peppers are ready to harvest early, producing tasty, thick-walled fruit as big as 13 cm across. Compact and vigorous, these plants are high-yielding even when grown in patio pots. Fruit matures from green to deep orange, making an attractive addition to salads and veggie trays.
Big Bertha
Fruit size: 18x10cm
Days to Harvest: 72
Big Bertha produces thick-walled, crisp peppers that are extremely sweet. Up to 7 in. (19 cm) long, the fruit matures from dark green to shiny red. They don’t produce many seeds, making them excellent for slicing, as well as stuffing and salads.
Nikita
Fruit size: 8x10cm
Days to Harvest: 65
Glowing red-orange peppers are loaded with flavour. Blocky, thick-walled fruit holds its crispiness even when cooked at high heat. Well branched plants produce early and prolifically.
Nikita Pepper
Red Belt
Fruit size: 7x13cm
Days to Harvest: 55
Produces plenty of large, true red Lamuyo peppers and performs well through the summer heat.
Wizard
Fruit size: 11x10cm
Days to Harvest: 72
High yields of blocky, smooth and three to four lobed fruit. Fruit is green and turns red late in fall.
HOT PEPPER Gong Bao
Fruit size: 10x1cm
Days to Harvest: 85
These slender, thin-walled peppers have a pungent flavour and are good eaten fresh or cooked. Fruit is easy to dry and use throughout the year. Very productive plants set fruit continuously.
Wizard Pepper
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Giant Ristra
Fruit size: 16x4cm
Days to Harvest: 80
High yields of uniformly shaped fruit are good for fresh, roasted, or dried use. This has the look of a more mild pepper but is quite hot like a cayenne. String together for drying or ornamental use. All-America Selections Winner.
Hungarian Hot Wax
Fruit size: 14x3cm
Days to Harvest: 70
In less than three months you can begin harvesting these versatile, yellow-to-red peppers. These hot, tapered fruits are great for pickling or drying, using in salsa or adding spice to any recipe.
Hot Sunset
Fruit size: 18x3cm
Hot Sunset Pepper
Days to Harvest: 85
Easy to grow and colurful in the garden. Thick skinned, moderately hot banana peppers are easy to stuff and great for frying. All-America Selections Winner.
Jalafuego
Fruit size: 10x5cm
Days to Harvest: 70
Large, strong plants bear super-pungent peppers. The extra long length is suitable for growing conditions that might limit the size of other hot peppers.
Mosquetero
Fruit size: 15x7cm
Days to Harvest: 90
Slightly flat, tapered peppers are very large, smooth and two-lobed. Good shape for stuffing with mild to moderate heat for making salsa or chili. Dark green skin colour.
SWEET PEPPER Carmen
Fruit size: 15x6cm
Jalafuego Pepper
Days to Harvest: 65
Distinctive, tapered Italian bull’s horn style fruit. Very sweet raw or cooked. Earlier and more adapable than other Italian peppers. All-America Selections Winner.
Flavorburst Hybrid
Fruit size: 13x10cm
Days to Harvest: 72
Delightfully sweet and juicy. These easy-to-grow peppers produce a bountiful harvest of golden fruit. You might need to stake your plants if the stalks begin to bend.
Mama Mia Giallo
Fruit size: 20x4cm
Days to Harvest: 85
Long tapered fruits are easy to peel for fresh eating, roasting, and grilling. The plants are spacesaving with a compact and bushy habit. All-America Selections Winner.
Pretty N Sweet
Fruit size: 4x3cm
Mosquetero Pepper
Days to Harvest: 60
The name says it all - this plant is equally edible and ornamental! Compact plants bear lots of colourful, sweet, and mild peppers. Prolific producer. All-America Selections Winner.
SQUASH ACORN (WINTER SQUASH) Honey Bear
50cm x 125cm
Fruit size: 10cm
Days to Harvest: 90
Sweet, single-serving sized squash on compact, bush-type plants - good for small space gardens. All-America Selections Winner.
Taybelle
40cm x 200cm
Pretty N Sweet Pepper Fruit size: 17cm
Days to Harvest: 72
High quality, mildew resistant acorn squash matures from dark green to jet black. Semi-bush plants are good for higher density planting.
BUTTERNUT (WINTER SQUASH) Honeynut
40cm x 250cm
Fruit size: 13cm
Days to Harvest: 85
The first widely available small-fruited butternut squash in a high-germinating, uniform strain. Higher yielding than traditional butternuts with sweet, individual-size squash.
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Honey Bear Squash
SPAGHETTI (WINTER SQUASH) Tivoli
50cm x 150cm
Fruit size: 24cm
Days to Harvest: 98
The first bush-type spaghetti squash - short vines make this a real spacesaver! Smooth, lightyellow exterior with creamy, easy-to-shred flesh. All-America Selections Winner.
ZUCCHINI (SUMMER SQUASH) Ball’s Zucchini 60cm x 125cm
Brice Zucchini
Fruit size: 18cm
Days to Harvest: 48
Extra-early, proven performer with exceptionally high yields of slender, straight, glossy green fruit.
Brice
60cm x 125cm
Fruit size: 10cm
Days to Harvest: 45
High yields of round zucchinis that are light green with large white freckles. Harvest small; ideal for gourmet cooking. Good disease resistance.
Golden Zebra 60cm x 125cm
Fruit size: 20cm
Days to Harvest: 50
Straight, blocky, and cylindrical fruit is bright golden yellow with crisp and flavourful flesh.
SWISS CHARD Bright Lights
30cm x 30cm
Golden Zebra Zucchini
Days to Harvest: 60
This stunning mix produces delicious, mildly flavoured stems in yellow, gold, orange, pink, violet, green, red, and even striped! The tender bronze to dark green leaves are best harvested young for salads or eaten like spinach or beet greens. All-America Selections Winner.
TOMATO BEEFSTEAK tomato Big Beef
Fruit size: 325g
Days to Harvest: 73
Extra meaty with a true homegrown flavor and just the right balance of sugars and acids. Big Beef produces extra-large, “beefy” fruit and the large, vigorous and disease-resistant plants are quite manageable when staked or grown in large cages. All-America Selections Winner.
Big Brandy
Chef’s Choice Orange Tomato
Fruit size: 400g
Days to Harvest: 80
This Heirloom Marriage™ variety is a cross between Big Dwarf and Brandywine and results in great flavoured pink flesh and great yields throughout the season.
Chef’s Choice Orange
Fruit size: 400g
Days to Harvest: 75
This quick-finish, crack-resistant hybrid variety comes from the popular heirloom Amana Orange. Excellent bright orange colour holds without fading even in cooking. Superior taste and texture for an early-maturing variety with high yields. All-America Selections Winner.
Cherokee Carbon
Fruit size: 300g
Days to Harvest: 75
A robust purple beefsteak with rich flavour and outstanding resiliance in the garden. This Heirloom Marriage™ variety is a cross of Cherokee Purple and Carbon.
Supersteak Hybrid
Cherokee Carbon Tomato
Fruit size: 500g
Days to Harvest: 80
Producing fruits as large as 2 lbs. (908 g), Supersteak Hybrid is a giant among tomatoes. Smooth skin and a meaty texture make it perfect for sandwiches. One slice covers the whole thing!
SMALL-FRUITED tomato Chocolate Sprinkles
Fruit size: 25g
Days to Harvest: 55
This outstanding new variety produces loads of unique, striped fruit with terrific sweetness.
Fantastico
Fruit size: 25g
Days to Harvest: 50
This early grape tomato variety is late blight resistant and produces up to 350 tomatoes per plant. The long clusters are held out from the plant for easy harvesting. All-America Selections Winner.
Chocolate Sprinkles Tomato
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Orange Zinger
Fruit size: 26g
Days to Harvest: 60
This crack-resistant variety offers more usable fruit than previous orange varieties. Dark orange, 4cm cherry tomatoes have big, well-balanced sweet flavour.
Rapunzel
Fruit size: 25g
Days to Harvest: 68
Unique, long cascading trusses hold up to 40 very sweet, bright red cherry tomatoes per truss.
Terenzo
Fruit size: 20g
Days to Harvest: 56
Orange Zinger Tomato
Low-growing, trailing plant holds up well in summer heat and produces big yields of sweet, crackresistant, 3cm cherry tomatoes. All-America Selections Winner.
sALAD AND PASTE tomato Little Napoli
Fruit size: 60g
Days to Harvest: 60
This is one of the only patio romas and it has great disease resistance. Small plants are highyielding - harvest enough at one time for a batch of sauce or salsa! Excellent patio plant.
Perfect Flame
Fruit size: 125g
Days to Harvest: 70
This Heirloom Marriage™ variety is a cross between Peron and Flamme. Terrific trusses of consistent and blemish free fruit are produced from mid-summer until well into the fall season.
Supremo
Little Napoli Tomato Fruit size: 200g
Days to Harvest: 68
Compact plants yield many uniform, elongated, extra-large fruit that are firm and red. Concentrated production period. Widely adpted; sets well in hot weather.
sLICER tomato Burpee’s Big Boy® 45cm x 120cm
Fruit size: 240g
Days to Harvest: 78
A long-time best seller with firm, smooth, red fruit; great flavour; excellent quality. It was introduced back in 1949 and has continued to be a favourite since then for heavy yields of great fruit.
Better Boy
Fruit size: 350g
Days to Harvest: 70
One Better Boy plant once yielded more than 340 lbs of fruit, earning it a Guinness World Record! You may not pick that much from your own plant, but plan on growing plenty of big, bright red fruits perfect for slicing, canning, and sauces.
Carmello
Fruit size: 300g
Perfect Flame Tomato
Days to Harvest: 75
This high-yielding French slicing variety has a good sugar/acid balance, nice round shape, juicy interior, and crack-resistant skin. Glowing orange colour adds a great new dimension.
Genuwine
Fruit size: 300g
Days to Harvest: 75
This Heirloom Marriage™ variety is a cross between Costoluto Genovese and Brandywine. It ripens about two weeks earlier than Brandywine and has lovely, consistent fruit.
Homeslice
Fruit size: 170g
Days to Harvest: 63
The perfect slicer tomato for containers and small gardens. The early, compact, and mounding plants produce bountiful harvests of round fruit with true tomatoe flavour.
Skyreacher
Fruit size: 150g
Skyreacher Tomato
Days to Harvest: 79
Strong branches bear small, round slicers with beautifully striped red-orange exterior. Grows blemish-free and split-resistant and performs well in a variety of conditions.
SPECIALTY tomato Indigo™ Cherry Drops
Fruit size: 32g
Days to Harvest: 65
Indigo varieties are exceptionally high in anthocyanins, noted by the indigo colour on the fruit. This produces purple and black cocktail cherry tomatoes with deep red flesh. Highly productive.
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Indigo™ Cherry Drops Tomato
Indigo™ Kumquat
Fruit size: 35g
Days to Harvest: 75
Indigo varieties are exceptionally high in anthocyanins, noted by the indigo colour on the fruit. This produces oblong grape tomatoes that are tangerine orange with a full purple cap.
Indigo™ Rose
Fruit size: 65g
Days to Harvest: 75
Indigo varieties are exceptionally high in anthocyanins, noted by the indigo colour on the fruit. This is the first true purple tomato and produces plum-like, round fruit with intense flavour.
Indigo™ Kumquat Tomato
Indigo™ Starburst
Fruit size: 25g
Days to Harvest: 72
Indigo varieties are exceptionally high in anthocyanins, noted by the indigo colour on the fruit. This produces golden globe tomatoes with light indigo flecking on the crown.
WATERMELON Crimson Sweet 40cm x 300cm
Fruit size: 7-11kg
Days to Harvest: 90
Dark and light green striped, oval fruit are 25-30cm long and delightfully sweet and juicy. Very productive with each plant producing 3-5 large fruits.
Indigo™ Starburst Tomato
HERBS BALM Lemon
Height: 30cm
Fresh leaves burst of lemon when squeezed. A truly delightful tea made from the dried leaves is our favourite anytime tea as it both stimulates the heart and calms the nerves.
BASIL African Blue
Dolce Fresca Basil
Height: 60cm
This unusual variety is loved for its attractive purplish-blue cast, strong growth habit, and sweet camphor scent. Leaf veins, flower spikes and stems are purple while the rest is green.
Boxwood
Height: 30cm
This compact, small-leafed herb looks like a typical boxwood, and makes a highly ornamental and fragrant edging for the patio or a container by the patio door. It’s great for pesto, too!
Dolce Fresca
Height: 35cm
This All-America Selections Winner develops as a mid-sized plant with a unique bushy habit that holds its size in the garden. When other varieties get tall and leggy, Dolce Fresca remains tidy.
Envigor™
Height: 60cm
This excellent genovese basil has large leaves and intense flavour. This variety also has the benefit of resistance to the three msot common diseases to affect basil. A Richters variety.
Greek Columnar
Greek Columnar Basil
Height: 80cm
This basil is a staple garden plant with an upright, columnar habit and great flavour. The fragrance is spicy with hints of cinnamon, allspice, cloves, and even citrus.
Herbalea™ Green Ball
Height: 30cm
This is a new variety of non-flowering basil which has a compact and rounded growth habit, high leaf production, and tolerance to low temperatures. Excellent vigour and garden performance.
Herbalea™ Red Ball
Height: 30cm
This new variety of basil has a compact and rounded growth habit, high leaf production, and tolerance to low temperatures. It has purple-red leaves with green outlines and blooms very late.
Herbalea™ Wild Magic
Height: 50cm
Wild Magic is outstanding with a fruity scent and great longevity. It has full leaves which open almost black and turn dark green but can have a reddish hue to them. In bloom, it has pink flowers.
Herbalea™ Wild Magic Basil
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Lettuce-Leafed
Height: 40cm
Very large, somewhat crinkled leaves are about 12cm long and almost as wide. Distinctive flavour is similar but not as strong as sweet basil. Especially good in pasta dishes.
Pesto Perpetuo
Height: 60cm
This basil not only produces copious amounts of leaves for cooking but also is easy on the eye. It has creamy white variegated leaves and a columnar habit. It does not flower and will not bolt.
Red Rosie
Height: 45cm
This is a uniform and compact variety with a nice red colour on slightly cupped leaves. It is great for containers or in-ground planting.
Siam Queen Thai
Lettuce-Leafed Basil
Height: 75cm
This very regal looking plant has dense deep purple inflorescences contrasting with the dark green leaves. Spicy anise-licorice aroma and flavour; excellent served fresh. All-America Selections Winner.
Sweet Dani Lemon
Height: 55cm
Whether its terrific lemony flavor or long-lasting ornamental shows you’re looking for, this plant fits the bill. Vigorous and fast-growing, Sweet Dani adds more flavor in culinary usage, thanks to up to 75% more total essential oils than standard lemon basil varieties. All-America Selections Winner.
Sweet Italian Large Leaf
Height: 60cm
This is THE authentic Neapolitan Basil for Italian cuisine, especially pesto. You can use it fresh or dried. This plant is a warrior in the garden, where it repels pests including aphids, mites and tomato hornworms.
Pesto Perpetuo Basil
BORAGE Borage
Height: 60cm
These flowers just make you feel happy, whether you’re eating them or using them to decorate a cake. Try adding chopped young leaves and flowers to salads or summer drinks. The flowers have a gentle cucumber taste and are refreshing in the heat of summer.
CALENDULA Calypso Orange
Height: 25cm
This neat, compact variety was developed for gardens, but it is high in faradiols which are believed to be responsible for calendula’s anti-inflammatory activity. In the garden, Calypso Orange provides a continuous display of large flowers with bright, clean orange colour and dark centres.
CARAWAY
Siam Queen Thai Basil
Annual Caraway
Height: 50cm
These spicy seeds add European character to cabbage dishes, including coleslaw and especially sauerkraut. They have often been used in ryebread, buns and cakes, as well as in soups and stews. Fresh leaves, used as a garnish, add flavour to vegetables.
CATNIP Lemony
Height: 40cm
While some varieties have a faint scent resembling lemon, here is a lemon catnip that truly smells of lemons. What a wonderful way to sip tea before bedtime to help you sleep!
CHAMOMILE German
Height: 50cm
This classic produces cheery masses of white flowers which as often used to decorate food and drinks, but it is loved most for the delicious tea made from the flowers. Excellent with spearmint.
Calypso Orange Calendula
CHIVES Geisha Garlic
Height: 50cm
Thsi new variety has just the right amount of garlic flavour and has a vigorous growth habit. The leaves are slightly wider, flatter, and more refined. All-America Selections Winner.
Onion
Height: 30cm
Chives make an attractive edging for any flower or vegetable garden and are a versatile kitchen herb that’s excellent for seasoning a wide array of recipes. Chives grow well in gardens or patio containers with tall, green, grasslike leaves ending in purple pom-pom flowers.
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Geisha Garlic Chives
CILANTRO Santo Cilantro
Height: 40cm
One of the most popular fresh herbs, this cilantro is fast growing and slow to bolt, so you can harvest later into the season. Its unmistakable sharp scent and taste have made it the staple herb in salsa and other Mexican dishes. The leaves can be cut at any time for use in cooking.
CUMIN Cumin
Borage
Height: 25cm
Fragrant, ferny foliage can be used while young for salads. This plant grows best in warm areas and will produce seed even in northern areas if started early.
DILL Fernleaf
Height: 35cm
The perfect patio container dill! Unlike taller, floppy varieties, these dwarf, compact plants do not need staking and won’t topple over. Add in later flowering and lush, dark green leaves, and you’ve got plants that look great all season. Use it fresh, frozen and dried to enjoy the taste all year long.
FEVERFEW Feverfew
Height: 50cm
Research indicates that a few leaves of feverfew infused in a tea or eaten in a sandwich daily reduce the number and severity of migraine attacks in some sufferers. Additional benefits include a sense of well-being, lack of tension and relief from arthritis.
Feverfew
LAVENDER Ellagance Ice
Height: 30cm
Great as a garden plant and for drying and arranging with rich green foliage and large, elegant flowers that bloom all summer and attract butterflies. It makes a fragrant addition to flower arrangments with dense, upright flowers on sturdy stems.
Ellagance Purple
Height: 30cm
Great as a garden plant and for drying and arranging with rich green foliage and large, elegant flowers that bloom all summer and attract butterflies. It makes a fragrant addition to flower arrangments with dense, upright flowers on sturdy stems.
LEMONGRASS Lemongrass
Ellagance Ice Lavender
Height: 25cm
This attractive grass is used in Asian cuisine to add a distinctive sweet and sour flavour. The leaves and stalks can be used fresh or dried and kept for off-season use.
MARJORAM Sweet Marjoram
Height: 45cm
Marjoram is sweeter and spicier than oregano but used in much the same way. This herb is great combined with garlic, onion, thyme, or basil and you can even harvest the flowers for salads. Used fresh or dried, its leaves are perfect for salads, dressings, lamb dishes, and soups.
MINT Apple
Height: 40cm
This has a slightly fruity scent and taste and is perfect for fruit salads and garnishing drinks.
Chocolate
Lemongrass
Height: 40cm
Chocolate mint is very similar in form and appearance to peppermint, but on closer inspection one will detect a faint sweet scent reminding of a minty chocolate treat at dessert time.
Mojito
Height: 40cm
This is clearly different from most other mints -- its scent and flavour are agreeably mild and warm, not pungent nor overly sweet like other mints. Like all mints it is easy to grow and will happily provide more than enough fresh sprigs for your drinks and dishes.
Orange
Height: 30cm
People love this variety for its very special fragrance. Its hint of citrus is tantalizing in fruit punches, teas and potpourris. The oil is an ingredient in chartreuse and perfumes.
Mojito Mint
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Peppermint
Height: 15cm
Peppermint is easy to grow and spreads quickly, so try it in a patio container or even a container “planted” in the garden. It’s best as a dried herb with vegetables, as a garnish, in sauces and combined with other herbs to make tea. This wonderfully aromatic mint also makes great potpourri.
Pineapple Variegated
Height: 45cm
This is considered one of the most attractive mints with white streaks that vary with the season. Another benefit is a flavour that is completely unique, a pineapple taste that combines well with dishes using ham, fruit cups or fruit salads.
Spearmint
Height: 15cm
Pineapple Variegated Mint
Perfect for cooking or as a garnish, spearmint is best fresh, harvested as soon as you see it bloom. It spreads vigorously through its roots making it difficult to maintain in a garden, so we recommend growing it in pots. Use its flavorful leaves with vegetables and in any summer drink.
OREGANO Common
Height: 90cm
This versatile culinary herb is widely used, most often dried, in Italian dishes, tomato sauce, pizza, fish and salad dressing. Oregano requires little maintenance and makes an excellent edging plant or ground covering even in dry garden spots.
Greek
Height: 50cm
This is the herb that is synonymous with pizza and tomato sauce, as well as Italian dishes, fish, and salad dressings. The wild spice of ancient Greece, this was originally grown only for medicinal use but is used by today’s gardener for warm and spicy flavor that is stronger than regular oregano.
Hopley’s Purple
Italian Oregano
Height: 50cm
A great ornamental variety that features mild oregano flavour with the bonus of tiny purple blooms in late summer and fall. It has great tolerance for heat and drought once established.
Hot & Spicy
Height: 50cm
This very flavourful variety makes a great addition to Mexican dishes and can also be used as a substitute for regular oregano but with only about half of the amount required.
Italian
Height: 90cm
This versatile culinary herb is widely used, most often dried, in Italian dishes, tomato sauce, pizza, fish, and salad dressing. This plant requires little maintenance and performs well in the garden.
Variegated
Height: 50cm
Pretty green and white leaves make this oregano as popular in the garden as it is in the kitchen.
Variegated Oregano
PARSLEY Italian Dark Single
Height: 40cm
This herb’s flat, deeply cut dark green leaves are very flavorful and attractive in any herb garden. It can be used for flavoring meat, soups and salads but is most widely used as a garnish. It grows well in sun or part shade, and adds texture to mixed containers.
Triple Curled
Height: 30cm
This parsley’s wonderful flavor and its excellent source of vitamins and minerals make it an herb garden favorite. It is fast growing and produces closely curled dark leaves. When mature, it holds for a long time, making harvesting easy. Use as a flavoring or garnish.
ROSEMARY Arp
Height: 50cm
Triple Curled Parsley
This is a very durable variety and gives great displays of pale blue flowers over the greyish foliage. It provides a wonderful accent in stews, breads, vegetables and meats.
Barbeque
Height: 90cm
Produces nice long, straight branches that can be cut to skewer lengths to grill meats, veggies, and even fruits such as strawberries or pineapple. The savoury essence of rosemary comes through beautifully without overpowering the food.
Blue Spires
Height: 60cm
This vigorous, cold-hardy rosemary boasts lovely lavender-blue flowers, a dense upright habit and good disease resistance. The aroma is gentle and soothing and a great addition to any herb garden.
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Barbeque Rosemary
Common
Height: 60cm
A very versatile and popular herb, rosemary makes a beautiful ornamental plant, as well as great culinary seasoning with exceptionally flavorful leaves. Clip individual rosemary leaves or stem tips as needed, and use for flavoring meats, poultry and potatoes.
Huntington Carpet
Height: 20cm
This prostrate variety is excellent in patio containers and in the front of the garden bed as it reaches out with strong green foliage and blue flowers.
Huntington Carpet Rosemary
SALVIA Garden
Height: 60cm
Sage is one of the best garden herbs because when protected, it will grow into a sturdy perennial shrub in many climates. The leaves are best when harvested before or just after blooming. Use fresh or dried with poultry, sausages, meats and vegetables.
Icterina
Height: 30cm
With all its variegated leaves, this variety looks great in the garden and tastes great in main courses, salads, and breads.
Pineapple
Height: 50cm
This variety has a fabulous pineapple scent and brilliant red flowers. It is useful in drinks, chicken dishes, cheese and in jams and jellies. Grow indoors as a houseplant in good light settings.
Icterina Sage
Purple
Height: 40cm
Marbled green, white, and purple leaves provide colour in herb gardens and flavour to many popular dishes. The aromatic foliage is delightful either fresh or dried.
Tricolor
Height: 40cm
Marbled green, white, and purple leaves provide colour in herb gardens and flavour to many popular dishes. The aromatic foliage is delightful either fresh or dried.
SAVORY Summer
Height: 40cm
The peppery-tasting leaves of this plant are wonderful for seasoning lamb dishes as well as various poultry and fowl dishes common in Atlantic Canada. A light sprinkling on a salad is a nice touch.
SORREL
Pineapple Sage
Garden
Height: 40cm
Large, succulent, slightly acid-tasting leaves give zest to salads and any dish which is bland in itself. Profusion is a major improvement over standard varieties because it does not flower or go to seed at all. Produces bushels of tender, fleshy leaves all season long. Soothing to the digestive tract.
STEVIA Sweet Leaf
Height: 60cm
The incredibly sweet leaves of this South American native are an herbal alternative to sugar and are up to 30 times sweeter. Each bushy, high-yielding plant yields close to 250 g of dried leaves.
TARRAGON French
Height: 90cm
This classic herb has dark green, shiny leaves with a distinctive flavour. Requires light, well-drained soil in a sunny location.
French Tarragon
THYME English
Height: 25cm
This variety is a perennial favourite in the kitchen with versatile seasoning that is good for soups, poultry, fish, vegetables, and sauces.
Hi Ho Silver
Height: 25cm
This attractive garden plant brings classic thyme flavour to chicken, vegetables, and suaces.
Hi Ho Silver Thyme
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Orange
Height: 40cm
Wonderful orange and spice scent, a rare combination in the world of herbs. The remarkably strong clear orange flavour lingers in the mouth pleasingly without the harsh after taste of other thymes. This has all manner of possibilities in the kitchen and in tea.
Summer
Height: 30cm
This is a handsome, low-growing plant with aromatic leaves used to flavor meats, poultry, stews, sauces, soups and dressings. Harvest mid-June through mid-July. Leaves are used fresh or dried. Thyme is excellent in patio containers and is virtually free of pests and disease.
Orange Thyme
VERBENA Lemon
Height: 90cm
This essential herb has sweet, strongly lemon-flavoured leaves that blend well with most other tea herbs. Leaves enhance all drinks, salads, jellies, sauces, soups, fish or meat dishes and desserts which call for lemon as an ingredient or a garnish.
Herb Combinations These carefully selected combinations are available in patio-ready containers and are great for season-long harvests of complimentary herbs that you need most.
Summer Thyme
Fiesta Add a zesty Mexican flare to your dishes with this great mix including Cilantro, Chives, and Parsley. Throw in some of your own tomatoes and hot peppers for a great salsa.
Grillmaster Keep this mix close to your barbeque for big harvests of Rosemary, Parsley, and Chives.
Italian Kitchen Imagine yourself basking in the Tuscan sun as you enjoy savoury harvests of Basil, Oregano, Parsley, and Thyme. All of the key elements are included for a mouth-watering Italian feast.
Kitchen Classics Enjoy bountiful harvests of these essential herbs throughout the summer. Included in this great mix is Rosemary, Basil, Oregano, and Dill.
The Fisherman
Lemon Verbena
Spice up your next meal from the lake with this combination of Oregano, Salvia, and Thyme.
Taste of Asia Add a new flair to your Asian cuisine with fresh harvests of Lemongrass, Chives, and Thai Basil.
Tea Party Sit in the shade on a hot summer afternoon or curl up in front of the fire on a cold winter evening with a rich cup of tea. This collection includes Lemon Balm, Chamomile, Peppermint, and Lavender.
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Herb Combination Planters
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