The Evening Primrose is a long-lived and drought tolerant dwarf perennial that makes a nice ground cover around taller perennials and shrubs. This flowering plant is hardy and looks great when it is spilling over a retaining wall or spreading through a large rock garden.
Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) is a native North American herb with a rich history and distinctive characteristics. Historically used by Indigenous peoples for its medicinal properties, Boneset earned its name from its traditional use in treating fevers and musculoskeletal ailments. Originating from the eastern United States, this perennial plant is recognized for its unique features and growing habits. Boneset typically grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet and has a bushy, upright growth habit. Its leaves are opposite and deeply veined, creating a striking appearance. In late summer to early fall, the plant produces clusters of small, white to pale pink flowers that are highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The seeds of Boneset are borne in fluffy, dandelion-like clusters, aiding in wind dispersal. With its historical significance, robust growth, and attractive bloom, Boneset remains a valuable addition to both medicinal gardens and natural landscapes.
Tall White, Sweet Alyssum produces hundreds of tiny, snow-white flowers on spikes with a fragrance just like honey, making it a beautiful addition to any garden! The 18" tall plants can be tucked at the edge of borders, or along walks. The small, compact size of the Sweet Alyssum makes it excellent for window boxes or in pots -- anywhere its sweet scent may be savored! This variety is also great for attracting beneficial insects, like butterflies and bees.
The Magnus Echinacea is a favored coneflower that produces large, ultra-colorful, bright pink blooms that are sure to stand out! This zinnia differs from other varieties as its giant 4-6 inches long petals stick straight out versus bent-back. These delightful giants begin to bloom in the late spring and will last until fall! Enjoy Magnus in a sunny bed, border or as a statement cut flower in an arrangement.
The Perennial Lupine produces beautiful spikes of purple colored flowers that will bloom from late spring throughout summer! This Lupine variety grows to be about 18-36” tall with vibrant spikes. This variety can be planted throughout a flower meadow or in the garden bed. The Perennial is easy to establish and grow, and Lupines are deer resistant and blooms year after year.
Button Blazing Star (Liatris aspera) is a native wildflower of the central and eastern United States, historically found in dry prairies, savannas, and open woodlands where its tough, deep-rooted nature helped it thrive in harsh conditions. It is known for its thick, sturdy stems topped with rounded, button-like clusters of rosy-purple flowers that open irregularly along the spike, creating a charming, textural look that pollinators—especially bees and butterflies—love. The plant features narrow, lance-shaped leaves that form a basal clump and become smaller up the stem, giving it a clean, upright habit perfect for naturalistic plantings. To grow Button Blazing Star, sow seeds in full sun and well-drained soil, allowing them to undergo natural winter stratification or refrigerate them before planting; once established, it is drought-tolerant, long-lived, and reliably returns each summer with more vibrant blooms.
The Divaricata Phlox is a beautiful blue to lavender colored variety that gives off a wonderful aroma, making it a home garden favorite! This fragrant variety is a showstopper in any garden, container or vase!
Camelot Mix Digitalis, commonly known as foxglove, is a striking biennial to short-lived perennial that produces tall spires of tubular blooms in shades of lavender, rose, white, and cream, often with speckled throats. Growing 36–48 inches tall and about 12–18 inches wide, it adds vertical interest to garden borders and woodland-style plantings. Best suited for part shade to full sun in cooler climates, it thrives in well-drained, moist soil and benefits from regular watering and deadheading to encourage longer bloom time. Hardy in USDA zones 4–9, Camelot Mix is ideal for cottage gardens and attracts pollinators like bees and hummingbirds.
The Ruby Bells Heuchera produces an abundance of intense deep red flowers that make a wonderful, bold statement in any garden! This variety's sweetly fragrant flowers contrast nicely with its richly, bright green foliage.
Lamb’s Ear (Stachys byzantina) is a beloved perennial grown from seed for its soft, silvery foliage and dependable performance in the landscape. Native to the Middle East and parts of the Mediterranean, it has been cultivated for centuries in cottage and herb gardens for both ornamental appeal and traditional uses. Plants form low, spreading rosettes of thick, velvety leaves that resemble a lamb’s ear, with small pink to purple flower spikes appearing in late spring to early summer. It thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil and is especially well suited to borders, rock gardens, and dry or low-water landscapes across temperate regions. Hardy, drought tolerant once established, and generally deer resistant, Lamb’s Ear adds texture, contrast, and year-round interest to gardens.
At maturity, the Rattlesnake Master Eryngium produces uniquely shaped beautiful white blooms that reach up to 4 feet high! This variety prefers moist soils and sites with full sun to partial shade. The Rattlesnake Master has been used medicinally by American Indians as a diaphoretic.
Arabesque Red Penstemon flowers are a captivating variety known for their vibrant, deep red blooms that create a striking contrast against their dark green, lance-shaped foliage. The tubular flowers, characteristic of the Penstemon genus, are arranged in elegant spikes that rise above the plant, drawing the eye with their rich color and graceful form. These blooms are not only visually stunning but also attract hummingbirds and bees, making them a lively addition to any garden. Arabesque Red Penstemon thrives in sunny, well-drained areas and is valued for its resilience and long blooming season, which extends from late spring through summer. This variety embodies a perfect blend of ornamental beauty and natural hardiness, making it a favorite among gardeners seeking to add a splash of red to their landscapes. All American Selection winner in 2014.
The Black Eyed Susan Rudbeckia is a wonderful, stiff upright flower that is stunning and will definitely grab your attention. This variety is an annual or short lived perennial native to the eastern United States. The Black Eyed Susan is probably the most common of all American wildflowers. The characteristic brown, domed center is surrounded by bright yellow ray florets that thrives in most soils in full sun. The Black Eyed Susan is a true sunshine worshiper that forgives neglect.
Dalmatian Foxglove offers uniformity, a great habit and early flowering, making it ideal for home and market growers. Blooms from seed the first year and produces beautiful mix of pinks, purples, white, cream and peach. Best when treated as a fall or spring-planted hardy annual, as winter survival is generally poor when treated as a perennial. Seed has been pelleted for ease of sowing.
The Panorama Bee Balm is a great cutting plant for center pieces. This beautiful flower blooms from July to August on 3' foot plants. This bee balm prefers full sun or afternoon shade.
The Sweet Joe Pye Weed Eutrochium is easy to grow and its vanilla-scented flowers are irresistible for Monarchs, Swallowtails and many other butterflies. If you want to attract butterflies to your garden, this is the plant variety for you! The Sweet Joe Pye Weed can reach up to 7 feet high and does great in shady locations. This beautiful flower blooms pale pink to pale purple flowers from July to September.
Texas Bluebonnet Lupine seeds are a popular choice for gardeners looking to grow the state flower of Texas, known for its striking blue, pea-like blooms. These seeds thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, and once established, the plants are relatively drought-tolerant, making them well-suited for dry climates. Texas Bluebonnets bloom in early spring, creating stunning fields of blue that are both beautiful and beneficial for local pollinators like bees and butterflies. Though they’re typically grown as annuals, Bluebonnets can self-seed and return year after year, making them a favorite for naturalizing gardens. The seeds can be tricky to germinate at first, as they require cold stratification, but once they sprout, they grow into strong, resilient plants that add a splash of color to any landscape.
The Gayfeather Liatris is an excellent variety at attracting butterflies, bees and hummingbirds and matures to 4' in wet to mesic soil conditions. Like many Liatris species, when it begins to bloom it starts at the top and works its way down. This is an excellent Liatris species to plant in wet-medium prairies and perennial gardens and it makes to be a perfect cut flower.
