Tanacetum ‘Robinson’s Crimson’
Painted Daisy  (Zone 5)
These are great summer bloomers with vibrant, brightly colored flowers and dissected, fern-like foliage. ‘Robinson’s Crimson' is a dark red selection that grows to 2-3' tall. The Mid-season flowers are extremely showy and make fantastic cut flowers for summer arrangements. Plants perform best in full sun to part-shade with average well-drained soil. An excellent perennial for the cutting garden. This species is also the source of the natural insecticide Pyrethrum.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Tanacetum 'Robinson’s Rose’
Painted Daisy  (Zone 5)
This perennial is a beautiful pink blooming selection in the Robinson’s Painted Daisy Series. Vivid 2-3" double pink flowers are borne on top of 2-3' plants. This cultivar blooms in Early to Mid-season and makes a fantastic perennial for cut flowers, and dried ones as well. The foliage is an attractive medium green color and is finely divided. They prefer a full sun to part-shade site with well drained garden soil. A great choice for the border or in small massing. This species is also the source of the natural insecticide Pyrethrum.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Tanacetum ‘Robinson’s Mixed’
Painted Daisy  (Zone 5)
As the name implies, this cultivar has flowers in mixed shades of pink, crimson, and rose. The Early to Mid-season bloom appears atop these 2-3' plants. These make great cut flowers, as well as wonderful dried flowers. The fern-like foliage is a medium green and finely dissected. These plants grow best in a well-drained garden soil with a full sun to part-shade site. These make great border and cutting plants. We recommend dividing the plants every 2-4 years to rejuvenate them and maintain optimal performance. This species is also the source of the natural insecticide Pyrethrum.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Tellima ‘Forest Frost’
Fringe Cups  (Zone 5)
Similar in appearance to Heuchera, Fringe Cups are native to the pacific Northwest. ‘Forest Frost’ is a deep shade-loving perennial with stunning, quilted foliage. In spring and summer the foliage is green with silver mottling between the veins. In cooler fall weather the foliage becomes burgundy with a silver overlay on top. Chartreuse flowers borne in spring fade to a pretty pink. Mature foliage mound reaches 8" and the flower spikes grow to 28". Plants perform best in cool, moist, organic, woodland type soil. Useful as a massing shade plant and at the front of the border where the small unusual flowers can be most appreciated.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Teucrium chamaedrys
Germander  (Zone 4)
Small, dark-green, glossy leaves grow on the somewhat woody stems of this plant. This compact grower is most commonly used as a low hedge in knot gardens. The tiny lilac-pink blooms almost detract from the foliage. This plant can grow to 12" and needs rich well-drained soil in full sun.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Thalictrum aquilegifolium
Meadow Rue  (Zone 5)
What a graceful plant! The light, airy leaves resemble those of a columbine (Aquilegia). The purple blooms, that appear light and airy as well, resemble a cloud wafting above the plant. While this plant is somewhat short-lived it is immensely attractive. Even after the blooms are spent the seed pods continue to provide interest. This plant can grow up to 3' and is heat tolerant but requires a moist, part-shade area.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

False Lupine  (Zone 5)
An easier to grow alternative to Lupines. It is a prolific bloomer with bright yellow lupine-like flower spikes that bloom in spring. It is an eastern U. S. native that was developed and improved at North Creek Nurseries. Mature height is 15-20” tall. Plants prefer full sun and well drained soil.

Thalictrum rochebruneanum
Lavender Mist Meadow Rue (Zone 4)
Japanese native that makes a great background plant with its delicate and airy texture. It reaches 4-6’ tall with sturdy and self-supporting purple stems. Pendulous lavender pink flowers have pale yellow sepals. Makes a better show when planted in groups of 3 or more. Prefers part sun and moist soil.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Thymus ‘Doone Valley’
Doone Valley Thyme  (Zone 5)
Creeping variety with lemon-scented glossy leaves that have a yellow variegation that develops during the growing season. The variegation along with the reddish, purple flowers that bloom in spring add a great color combination to the garden. It grows just 4" tall, so it is great to use in walkways or the front of the border.
...............Available in 3" Herb and 1-Quart containers.

Thymus 'Elfin'
Elfin Thyme  (Zone 5)
As its name indicates, this is a cute little plant. Spreading mats of tiny, deep green leaves create a cushion like effect on the ground. Pink flowers sit atop this plant that only reaches 1" in height.
...............Available in Groundcover and 3" Herb containers.

Thymus pulegioides
Lemon Creeping Thyme  (Zone 5)
A vigorous green leaved creeper with pink flowers and vibrant lemon aroma. It grows to just 2" tall so it is an excellent plant to use in walkways, so the scent can be enjoyed more often.
...............Available in 3" Herb and 1-Quart containers.

Thymus praecox ‘Albiflorus’
White Creeping Thyme  (Zone 5)
This aromatic creeping thyme grows to 2" and has tiny, bright green leaves and starry white flowers that bloom from midsummer to early fall. The foliage forms a low-growing mat, which can tolerate some traffic. Only grows an inch tall.
...............Available in Groundcover and 3" Herb containers.

Thymus praecox 'Pink Chintz'
Pink Chintz Thyme  (Zone 5)
This dwarf creeping thyme has fuzzy light-gray leaves and pink flowers, which forms a low growing mat. Only grows to .5 – 3" tall and prefers dry well-drained soil with full sun
...............Available in Groundcover and 3" Herb containers.

Thymus praecox ‘Pseudolanuginosus’
Wooly Thyme  (Zone 5)
This silvery-gray creeper creates a woolly effect in the garden with it’s soft, pubescent foliage. Pale pink flowers bloom in summer. It grows up to 4" tall when in flower and can spread up to 12".
...............Available in Groundcover, 3" Herb, and 1-Quart containers.

Thymus serphyllum
Mother of Thyme  (Zone 5)
Beautiful pink flowers bloom in spring on this little groundcover. Its’ grass green leaves gives off a wonderful scent when walked upon so plant it where you will often tread and enjoy. It grows to 6" in flower and can spread up to 12".
...............Available in 3" Herb container only.

Thymus serphyllum 'Magic Carpet'
Magic Carpet Thyme  (Zone 5)
Carmine-pink flowers are produced from late spring to summer atop aromatic, dark green foliage. Excellent for use as a groundcover or between stepping stones as it reaches only 2" tall.
...............Available in Groundcover and 3" Herb containers.

Thymus ‘Wedgewood’
English Thyme  (Zone 5)
Upright growing thyme with slightly variegated leaves of muted greens and yellows. The pinkish-lavender flowers bloom in late spring and summer. It grows 8-12" tall.
...............Available in 3" Herb and 1-Quart containers.

Tiarella ‘Black Snowflake’ (PP13684)
Foamflower Zone 4
Deeply cut leaves with near-black venation are very showy and give meaning to the dramatic name. It has a mound forming habit that shows off the fragrant white flowers in the spring. A Terra Nova Introduction. Foliage grows to 12", and flowers to 12". It prefers full to part sun and moist well drained soil.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Tiarella cordifolia ‘Brandywine’
Foamflower  (Zone 3)
This genus of native plants should be included in gardens way more often than it has been in the past! This selection is one of the more vigorous growers with apple-green heart-shaped leaves with prominent red veins. The flowers, which appear in Early-season, are light pink and last 6-8 weeks. ‘Brandywine’ grows to 10" and is known for its excellent bronze foliage color in the cool weather of spring and fall. ‘Brandywine’ makes an excellent groundcover if provided with moist soils high in organic matter and part to full-shade.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Tiarella cordifolia ‘Lace Carpet’
Lace Carpet Foamflower  (Zone 4)
This is another awesome cultivar of our native foamflower, selected by the Primrose Path Nursery. This variety grows 8-10" and features mottled dark green leaves with very deeply cut foliage, and the typical white flower spikes of Tiarella. It is a running ground cover that will form beautiful solid mats of lustrous foliage. It is a reliable, hardy perennial for part shade.
................Not available for 2008.

Tiarella cordifolia ‘Oakleaf’
Foamflower  (Zone 4)
A very long blooming selection with airy light pink flowers in early season and continuing sporadically until fall. It is a clump forming selection with attractive oakleaf shaped foliage that is bronze in early spring and burgundy in winter. It grows 10-12" and is native to the Eastern U.S. woodlands. It requires a moist well-drained soil preferably high in organic matter and partial shade conditions. An excellent choice for woodland paths and gardens!
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Tiarella ‘Elizabeth Oliver’
Foamflower  (Zone 4)
A hybrid selection of our Eastern U.S. native that features deeply lobed leaves with red markings. It is a clump forming type that reaches 6" tall and slowly spreads to form nice colonies. The light pink flowers are produced in profusion in early season and continue sporadically in summer and fall. Native to rich moist woodlands, Tiarellas require part-shade and a well-drained soil preferably high in organic matter.
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Tiarella 'Iron Butterfly' (PP12396)
Foamflower  (Zone 4)
Green cut leafed foliage has contrasting deep purple centers. Large, fragrant, white flowers bloom for an extended time from spring into summer. Introduced by Terra Nova and grown extensively; a very popular variety. Foliage mounds reach 8" tall, when in bloom plants reach 11" tall.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Tiarella ‘Mint Chocolate’ (PP11379)
Foamflower  (Zone 4 )
Elongated light-green leaves are shaped like maple leaves with rounded tips and chocolate brown veins. Full spikes of fragrant toffee-colored flowers bloom in spring. This plant has a nice clump forming habit. Foliage grows to 11", and flowers to 14". It prefers full to part sun and moist well drained soil.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Tiarella 'Neon Lights' (PP13289)
Foamflower  (Zone 4)
Wow! Large flowers hover over dark-centered foliage with neon green edges in the spring! An ideal white flowering groundcover for the shade garden; a spectacular choice especially for its intensely colored, deeply lobed, evergreen foliage. Perfect for moist soils high in organic matter in medium to heavy shade. Foliage mounds reach 6-8" tall, when in bloom plants reach 16" tall.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Tiarella ‘Pink Skyrocket’ (PP13382)
Foamflower  (Zone 4)
An amazing new Tiarella selection exhibiting superb flowers! Loads of pink flower spikes are produced in early spring and held tightly above the deeply dissected foliage. The foliage itself is an attractive dark green with purple colored veins and leaf centers. Foliage mound grows to 6" and the flower spikes reach 11". Does best in part shade and average to moist woodland soils. Looks nice in the front of shaded perennial borders, anywhere the flowers can be easily seen and enjoyed. Makes good cut flowers and are fragrant!
...............Available in IMPACT container only.

Tiarella ‘Spring Symphony’ (PP12397)
Foamflower  (Zone 4)
This showy cultivar has both vibrant foliage and flowers! The pink flower spikes bloom in mid-spring atop the lobed green foliage with black midribs. The flower spikes accent the foliage nicely. Foliage mound grows to 7" and the flower spikes reach 10". Best planted in masses for maximum foliage and floral effect.
...............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACT containers.
 

Tiarella 'Stargazer Mercury' (PP16734)
Foamflower  (Zone 4)
Star-shaped leaves are the selling point with this plant! Deep purple central veins run through each leaf that is cut into palmate lobes. If that is not enough, loads of pink flower spikes bloom prolifically from the spring and into the summer. Another great Terra Nova introduction to the Proven Winner^® program. Foliage mound grows 8" tall, and the flowers can reach up to 12".
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Tiarella wherryi
Foamflower  (Zone 4)
White spikes of flowers arise from the foliage of this plant. It is similar to Tiarella ‘Slick Rock' and looks just as attractive, but there are a few key differences. The leaves are slightly larger and the plant is taller, reaching 12". Tiarella wherryi is also a clump former whereas T. ‘Slick Rock' slowly spreads. Another great native shade plant for moist, rich soils!
................Not available for 2008.

Tradescantia ‘Bilberry Ice’ 
Spiderwort  (Zone 4)
‘Bilberry Ice' has white flowers that are splashed with lavender in the center and grows to 18". Like other Tradescantias, the flowers open in the morning and close in the evening and the plants prefer part-sun and moist soil conditions. We will update you on our success with this plant in our own display garden as the season progresses!
...............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACT container.
 

Tradescantia 'Blue Denim'
Spiderwort  (Zone 3)
This new selection of the Eastern U.S. native Spiderwort has true-denim-blue flowers atop clean, grey-green foliage. The foliage remains attractive throughout the season and although it can reach 28" tall does not flop terribly or require staking. Grows best in full sun or part-shade and moist garden soils.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.

Tradescantia ‘Concord Grape’
Spiderwort  (Zone 4)
'Concord Grape' grows to 18" with grape-colored blooms and attractive frosty-blue foliage. The 1-3" wide flowers appear in Mid-season and continue for many weeks. These require a full sun site and moist well-drained soil. Plants will be less floriferous in part-shade. The short height makes this plant an excellent for the garden border. When foliage gets an unkempt look after blooming, cut back to 10" to stimulate clean re-growth in early fall.
...............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACT containers.
 

Tradescantia ‘Lilac Frost’
Spiderwort  (Zone 4)
This great hybrid spiderwort has lovely lilac flowers and plain green strap-like foliage. This vigorous selection will grow to 18-24" tall and form a heavy mass over time. The blooms appear in Mid-season with each flower lasting only a few days, however, with such an abundance of flowers the blooms will persist over many weeks. Plant in full sun and moist, well-drained soil for best performance. Flowers open in the morning and close at night. This is one of the best growers we have!
................Not available for 2008.

Tradescantia ‘Mrs. Loewer’
Spiderwort  (Zone 4)
Larry Lowman, an energetic native plantsman from Arkansas, originally discovered this plant in Mrs. Loewer’s yard, which was actually a prairie remnant that never got mowed. This selection has light blue flowers and blooms in Mid-season. The foliage is an attractive bluish-green hue, with the flowers growing atop the 30" stems. This cultivar is more drought tolerant than other cultivated spiderworts and therefore is a nice choice for hotter, drier areas. Plant in full sun and average to dry soil and enjoy this long-blooming, low maintenance perennial!
...............Not available for 2008.

Tradescantia ohiensis
Spiderwort  (Zone 5)
This grass-like plant is a native to the eastern US. The narrow foliage is blue-green and grows 24-36" tall. It flowers from summer into fall with shades of blue, pink and purple. It is a tough performer in the garden. It likes full sun to part shade and is a drought tolerant species.
...............Not available for 2008.

Tradescantia ‘Red Cloud’
Spiderwort  (Zone 4)
This selection is probably the most popular red blooming cultivar in the trade. The rosy-red Mid-season blooms open in the morning and close at night on these 18-24" plants. Prefers full to part-sun and moist, well-drained garden soils. A great plant as it is very floriferous and undemanding in its cultural requirements.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

 

Tradescantia ‘Red Grape’
Spiderwort  (Zone 4)
‘Red Grape' is a newer cultivar, similar to the popular ‘Concord Grape' selection. Vibrant red flowers appear in Mid-season atop the grayish-green foliage. Like other Spiderworts, the 1" blooms open in the morning and close in the evening, with each flower lasting only a few days. ‘Red Grape' grows to 15-18" in full to part-sun with average to moist soils.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Tradescantia ‘Snowcap’
Spiderwort  (Zone 4)
‘Snowcap' is a great white blooming hybrid that Allan Armitage says is "probably the purest white form". It bears loads of 3", clean white flowers in Mid-season. Grows to 18" in full to part sun and moist to average garden soil. The long, narrow strap-like leaves are a medium green color. Like the other Tradescantias, the flowers open in the morning and close at night.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Tradescantia ‘Sweet Kate’
Spiderwort  (Zone 5)
This unusual selection is sure to catch your eye! The foliage is a vibrant yellow-chartreuse that makes a bold statement. This spiderwort reaches 18" tall and blooms a brilliant blue throughout the summer. Perfect to add some punch to a mixed border or container.
...............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACTS containers.
 

Tradescantia ‘Zwanenburg Blue’
Spiderwort  (Zone 4)
One of the most popular and readily available blue flowering hybrids in the trade. This very floriferous selection produces 3" wide violet-blue flowers in Mid-season. Prefers full to part-sun and moist to average garden soil. Growing to 18" this is a great choice for massing and use in the border.
................Not available for 2008.

Tricyrtis formosana ‘Hatatogisa’
Toad Lily  (Zone 5-6)
Save room in the shade garden for some of these! Orchid-like blue and white flowers with purple spots begin blooming in September. A truly hardy selection that grows to 24" tall and spreads slowly to form small clumps when grown in a moist, fertile soil. Because of the unique flowers, this group of plants (Tricyrtis) should be planted in a location where the flowers can be seen up close!
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Tricyrtis formosana ‘Samurai’
Toad Lily  (Zone 4)
This newer variegated form of the Japanese Toad Lily has creamy-gold edges against the dark green foliage. The orchid-like flowers are purple with purple spotting and yellow throats. Grows to 16" in part to full shade with fertile moisture-retentive soils. Plants bloom for six weeks between September and November. Looks best toward the front of the border where the small blooms can be fully appreciated!
...............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACT containers.
 

Tricyrtis ‘Hayley Cameron’
Toad Lily  (Zone 5-6)
Honestly, we have had a hard time finding printed information about this plant that we picked up on a PPA tour some years ago. From our own experience it is a great Toad Lily with bluish-purple flowers tinged with white in late season atop strong growing dark green foliage. It grows to 18" tall and makes a nice shade groundcover if planted in a semi-protected site in Zone 5. Remember to display these so that the small orchid-like flowers can be easily enjoyed.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Tricyrtis hirta ‘Miyazaki’
Toad Lily  (Zone 5-6)
Toad lilies are one of the latest blooming perennials. ‘Miyazaki’ has a lilac flower with dark crimson-purple blotching. Great for the part-shade garden that has moist rich soil. Reaching 2-3’ tall and blooming for and extended period in the fall this plant should be placed near the front of the border so the unusual flowers can be showcased.
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Tricyrtis hirta ‘Miyazaki Gold’
Toad Lily  (Zone 4)
The graceful arching stems of this beauty for the shade are covered with attractive green leaves edged in gold. In early fall, white flowers spotted with crimson appear. ‘Miyazaki Gold’ is one of the older toad lily selections in the trade but one definitely worth growing. Mature plants reach 3’ and perform best with ample shade and enough moisture to prevent the foliage from becoming scorched during the hot summer. Plant toward the front of the border where the small orchid-like flowers may be most appreciated!
...............Not available for 2008.
 

Tricyrtis ‘Lightning Strike’ 
Toad Lily  (Zone 4)
This toad lily is grown as much for its’ unusual streaked foliage as it is for its cool flowers. ‘Lightning Strike’ has gold-striped variegated leaves and lavender orchid-like flowers which appear in early fall. Foliage mound grows to 24", and the flower spikes top out at 26". Plants perform best when planted in part to full shade with moist soil. Plant toward the front of the border where the small orchid-like flowers may be most appreciated!
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Tricyrtis ‘Moonlight Treasure’
Toad Lily Zone 4
A cute little treasure for the shade garden! This little guy grows to just 10" tall with deep green glossy foliage. Flowers are large, deep, butter-yellow blooms that grow from the leaf axils. Prefers moist, rich soils and part shade. Blooms appear in late summer into fall.
...............Not available for 2008.

Tricyrtis ‘Sinonome’
Toad Lily  (Zone 5-6)
A hybrid selection that appears to us to be hardy in zone 5(b) in our test garden. ‘Sinonome' has purple flowers with white spots (speckling) appearing in late summer and lasting into fall. The plants grow to 30" tall and spread by stolons to form a nice size colony in the shade garden. Plant these near a pathway so that the orchid-like flowers can be enjoyed up close!
...............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACT containers.
 

Trifolium repens ‘Pentaphyllum’
Black-leaved Clover  (Zone 5)
A unique groundcover for the shade. Leaves are a deep, dark purple edged in green, but the more sun it gets, the more golds and light greens appear. You have a good chance of finding four-leaved clovers with this plant! It likes moist, rich soils and full to part shade. Plants grow 10-12" tall.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Trollius chinensis 'Golden Queen'
Globeflower  (Zone 3)
Globeflower is an excellent plant for the wet area in your garden or to plant alongside a pond or water bog. 'Golden Queen' has dark green leaves and large 3-4" golden orange flowers in late spring and early summer. The flowers are wonderful for use in fresh flower arrangements. Plants prefer full sun to part shade and are vigorous growers that reach 18-24" tall, 36-42" when in bloom.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Verbascum ‘Carribean Crush'
Mullein  (Zone 5)
Tall stalks of ruffled flowers bloom in shades of rosy-peach to yellow at the same time! The flower spikes grow up from neatly formed rosettes of silvery-green leaves that are fuzzy to the touch!
..............Available in IMPACT container only.

Verbascum ‘Jackie’
Mullein  (Zone 5)
 ‘Jackie' has mounds of low-growing foliage topped by spikes of peach colored flowers with purplish stamens. A great plant for containers, it requires a well-drained soil and a full sun location. Plants grow to only 18" tall and flowers begin to appear in Mid-season and will bloom continuously if deadheaded.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Verbascum ‘Lavender Lass’ (PP16658)
Mullein (Zone 5)
Spikes of lavender-colored flowers bloom atop ruffled gray-green foliage. Since the plant is sterile it will bloom continuously if occasionally deadheaded. When in flower plants are 22" tall. Be sure to plant in full sun in an area with excellent drainage. Deer resistant.
...............Not available for 2008.

Verbascum ‘Sugar Plum’ (PP16224)
Mullein  (Zone 5)
This wonderful dwarf introduction has spikes of large, clear, plum-colored flowers held tightly above the foliage. Flowers appear for several months in summer with occasional deadheading. Plants perform best in full sun with sharply draining soil. Mulleins resent wet feet anytime of the year so be careful not to overwater or rotting may occur. Foliage mound grows to 8" and the flower spikes reach 18". Makes a good cut flower. Best planted in a dry sunny border with other summer blooming plants.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Verbascum ‘Summer Sorbet’ 
Mullein  (Zone 5)
An improved selection with iridescent raspberry-peach flowers with a flush of deep raspberry near the center. Unlike many verbascum, this beauty will continue to bloom even if it is not dead-headed! Blooms appear throughout Mid-season atop nice glossy green foliage. Grows to 24” tall in full sun and a well-drained soil. Spider mites can sometimes be a problem so you may have to treat accordingly.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Verbascum phoeniceum ‘Violetta’
Mullein  (Zone 5)
This cultivar has unusual vibrant dark purple blooms in mid-summer, which grow from a basal rosette of light green leaves. The drought tolerant plant will grow 2½-3’ and will rebloom if deadheaded. Verbascums require full sun and well-drained soil, especially in winter. ‘Violetta’ is a great plant for attracting butterflies and also to use for cut flowers.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Verbena bipinnatifida Valley Lavender^TM
Plains Verbena  (Zone 4)
This is a very long blooming perennial, showing color from spring through to fall. Deep lavender blooms face upwards atop lacy green foliage. Great for use as a  groundcover as it grows 3-6" tall. It can be used in place of less hardy verbenas such as V. ‘Homestead Purple’. Plant in full sun.
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Verbena bonariensis
Vervain (Zone 6-7)
Very tall, upright, airy textured plant. Lavender blue flowers bloom in 2-4" panicles that sit atop 3-4’ wiry stems. Texture is great to use in the middle of the border where the plants have a backdrop to sit against. Plants can be pruned back to create more branching and a slightly different effect. Full sun and well-drained soils are preferred. Plants are marginally hardy in Zone 6, but are known to reseed themselves.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Veronica alpina ‘Alba’
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
‘Alba' is a vigorous, white flowering selection that grows to 6" tall. The Mid-season blooms appear atop the shiny, 1-2" long foliage. Plant in a sunny site with average garden soil and remove the spent flowers to encourage continuous bloom. A great choice for the rock garden or front of the perennial border. The flowers may also be used in fresh arrangements.
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Veronica austriaca ‘Crater Lake Blue’
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
This 15-18" tall selection shows off its intense deep blue flowers for at least 2-3 weeks in Mid-season. ‘Crater Lake Blue' is a very popular selection with a more prostrate habit than other speedwells. The 1-2" oblong, dark green foliage provides a nice background for the vibrant flowers. Plant in average, well-drained garden soil in a sunny area, perhaps along the edge of a garden path where its spreading habit can be most appreciated.
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Veronica austriaca ‘Royal Blue’
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
‘Royal Blue' is a great, low-growing selection of the European species Veronica austriaca. Similar to ‘Crater Lake Blue’, this is also shorter than the species growing to only 12-18". The deep blue flowers are produced in Mid-season and last for several weeks. The oblong, 1-2" foliage is an attractive dark green color. An excellent choice to edge the perennial border or to use in a rock garden. Grows best in full sun to part-shade with average, well-drained garden soil.
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Veronica austriaca ‘Trehane’
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
‘Trehane' is an unusual variegated cultivar with golden yellow foliage that will brighten any sunny spot in the garden. Short flower spikes with deep blue flowers are produced in Mid-season. This groundcover reaches only 6-8" tall. For best performance, plant in full sun and a well-drained garden soil. The variegated foliage and deep blue flowers make a striking combination in the perennial garden!
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Veronica dabneyi
Creeping Speedwell  (Zone 2)
This speedwell is relatively unknown in the perennial industry. This species is a creeping groundcover used mainly for rock gardens and edgings. This very tough selection has attractive pink flowers in Mid-season and grows 6" tall. The evergreen foliage stays very clean throughout the growing season. Plant in full sun and well-drained garden soils and be sure to provide good drainage, especially in winter.
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Veronica genianoides ‘Ramona’
Gentian Speedwell (Zone4)
Great mat-forming species with deep green, glossy foliage. It grows 12" tall when in flower with its icy blue spikes of blooms. An easy grower, this one is more tolerant of moist soils than other veronicas.
..............Available in 1-Quart only.

Veronica ‘Giles Van Hees’
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
This outstanding spike Veronica produces clear-pink flower in Mid-season on 6" tall plants. Like most Veronicas, this selection prefers a full sun to part-sun site with average to well-drained soils. The foliage stays extremely clean and attractive throughout the growing season and with occasional deadheading this plant will bloom throughout the summer. An awesome dwarf selection!
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Veronica liwanensis
Turkish Speedwell  (Zone 2)
Turkish Speedwell is prostrate and dense, rooting along the stems to make a soil-holding mat. In spring, small spikes of lovely blue flowers cover the plants. Plants are free-flowers and undemanding. With sufficient water, reblooming will occur in late summer. Grows 2-4" tall and 12" wide.
...............Available in Groundcover container only.

Veronica ‘New Century’
Creeping Speedwell  (Zone 4)
Nice mat forming variety that becomes covered with small, round, pale-blue flowers. This carpet of flowers appears in April and May. Foliage grows just 2" tall and stays semi-evergreen through the fall and winter. It prefers full sun and average soils.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Veronica 'Pink Damask'
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
Among the Veronica’s, 'Pink Damask' is one of the taller cultivars on the market. This will grow to 2-3’ with a 2’ spread. The ¼" pastel pink flowers are produced abundantly along the slender racemes. They bloom for 6-8 weeks in early summer. Deadhead for maximum flower production. Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. The soil should not be allowed to dry out too much, especially during hot dry summers. Great in mixed summer perennial borders and as showy cut flowers.
...............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACT containers.

Veronica peduncularis ‘Georgia Blue’
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
‘Georgia Blue' produces copious amounts of beautiful, round, deep blue flowers in Mid-season. When planted in a full sun to part sun site with average, well-drained soil this plant will grow to 12". The small, dark green leaves are slightly toothed and with the onset of cooler fall temperatures take on a purplish hue. An excellent choice for mass color at the front of the border.
...............Available in Groundcover and 1-Quart containers.

Veronica prostrata 'Heavenly Blue'
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
This cultivar forms a carpet of fine green foliage that is decorated in late spring or early summer with countless small spikes of bright-blue flowers. A great choice for rock gardens or the edge of a sunny border. Because it takes some foot traffic, it can be planted between stones. Grows 3-4" tall and 6" wide.
...............Available in Groundcover container only.

Veronica repens
Creeping Speedwell  (Zone 4)
This prostrate plant trails over rocks and the ground vigorously! The shiny green foliage grows to only 1” tall and sends out light blue, almost white, flowers in mid to late season. This is a perfect choice for a ground cover, rock garden, rock walls, or the front of the border. For best performance, plant in full sun to part-shade and moist well-drained soils.
................Not available for 2008.
 

Veronica ‘Royal Pink’
Speedwell  (Zone 3)
This hybrid features soft pink flower spikes in late spring and early summer that are held above attractive medium green foliage. Deadheading will help promote continuous bloom. Mature plants grow to 16". Somewhat drought tolerant once established. Plants prefer part to full sun and average garden soils. The flowers are a nice addition to cut flower arrangements.
...............Available in IMPACT container only.
 

Veronica spicata ‘Minuet’
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
This speedwell has pure pink flower spikes in mid-season atop silver-green foliage. It grows 15" tall and is ideal for edging, mixed borders, and rock gardens.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Veronica spicata ‘Royal Candles' (PP18932)
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
This introduction from England is quite floriferous! The intense, deep, violet-blue flower spikes are produced in abundance in Mid-season on 15-18" plants. The dark green foliage compliments the upright flower spikes quite nicely. Plant in full sun and average garden soils.
...............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACT containers.
 

Veronica stelleri
Alpine Speedwell  (Zone 5)
A North American perennial native to the western U.S. This is a low growing groundcover species endemic to rocky slopes and rocky soils. Growing to only 6-8", this species produces deep blue-violet flower spikes atop small, oblong dark green foliage. Blooms in late summer for at least several weeks. Could be used as a slower growing groundcover, edging plant, and rock garden or scree plant.
..............Available in 1-Quart and IMPACT container.
 

Veronica ‘Waterperry Blue’
Speedwell  (Zone 4)
‘Waterperry' is undoubtedly one of the best groundcover Veronicas! Growing to only 4-6", this tough plant forms a solid mat of medium green foliage that turns a bronzy-purplish hue with the onset of cooler fall and winter temperatures. Light blue flowers are produced in Mid-season on top of the foliage, which appears to stay at least semi-evergreen (except for the coldest regions of the U.S.). This perennial performs optimally in a full sun, well-drained garden soil.
...............Available in Groundcover, 1-Quart and IMPACT containers.
 

Veronicastrum virginicum
Culver’s Root  (Zone 4)
A distinct Eastern U.S. native that is excellent for both form and flower. Upright spikes of white Veronica-like flowers appear atop 4' tall plants in late summer. If perfectly sited it can grow up to 6' tall and in any case will maintain a very vertical form in the garden. Plants should be given at least ¾ of a day sun to prevent legginess. Plant in a moist, well-drained soil. This plant could find a home in any border and is a must for the wild or native garden!
...............Available in IMPACT container only. Limited quantities.  
 

Viola cornuta
Tufted Pansy  (Zone 5-6)
This excellent group of Early-season bloomers grows to 4-8" tall. The eye-catching blooms will enliven any part-shade to shade garden with their diminutive charm and grace. If cut back in summer these plants, which perform best in cool areas with average garden soil, will rebloom in fall. We offer the following selections for 2008: Blue, Yellow.
...............All are available in 1-Quart only.
 

Viola cornuta ‘Bowles Black’
Tufted Pansy  (Zone 4)
This is a viola that is sure to get attention! Pure black flowers bloom in early season on this 4-8" tall plant. It is a great color to contrast with other plants or just to fulfill that dark side of your personality!
..............Available in 1-Quart only.

Viola ‘Columbine’
Tufted Pansy  (Zone 5)
This dainty little plant has dark green foliage and unique flowers! The striking flowers are a heavily streaked purple-blue and white and bloom in early spring. The foliage reaches 6" tall. ‘Columbine’ is a great addition to the mixed border or container garden.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

 

Viola cornuta ‘Toyland' Mix
Tufted Pansy  (Zone 5)
This mix is a beautiful array of bright flower colors including shades of white, yellows and purples. No two flowers are the same! There is an abundant variation of faces and markings! This mix grows 4-8" tall and grows best in cool areas with average garden soil.
..............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Viola ‘Etain’
Tufted Pansy  (Zone 5)
This little pansy has brilliant bitonal flowers that are a soft yellow with lilac-violet edges. The flowers appear in early spring to mid summer. The green foliage grows to 8" tall. A definite must have for the mixed border or window box!
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Viola ‘Rebecca’
Violet  (Zone 6)
This old-fashioned favorite is a tidy with striking creamy white flowers with purple margins that bleed inward. Only reaching 10" tall, the compact green foliage makes this violet perfect for the front of the border or container gardening. Plants bloom from spring through fall and should be treated as an annual.
..............Available in 1-Quart only.

Viola Sorbet^TM 'Purple Duet’
Tufted Pansy  (Zone 5-6)
An eye catching early season bloomer with mauve and deep violet flowers atop attractive 8" tall foliage. Best if grown in a part-shade situation and if they are cut back they may rebloom in fall.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Viola ‘Purple Showers’
Sweet Violet  (Zone 4)
‘Purple Showers' is a fantastic, relatively new Viola selection on the market. Dale Hendricks, of North Creek Nursery in Pennsylvania, refers to this perennial as "the energizer bunny of Violas". The large, deep purple blooms are produced primarily in Early to Mid-season but it will bloom sporadically for several months thereafter. The vivid flowers are complimented quite nicely by the deep green, glossy foliage. ‘Purple Showers' will grow to 6" tall when planted in light to deep shade and average to moist, rich garden soil.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.  Limited availability.
 

Viola koreana ‘Syletta’
Cyclamen-leaved Violet  (Zone 4)
A 4-6" cultivar, this plant features dark blackish-green leaves and contrasting silvery veins. Bright purple blooms are produced in spring. The plants are mainly clump formers, but will reseed. It prefers shade to part-shade.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Viola labradorica
Labrador Violet  (Zone 3)
Native to the Northern U.S. and Greenland, this underused violet sports beautiful, small, purplish-blue flowers, mainly in Early season with sporadic bloom through the summer. The foliage mounds grow to 6" tall an are an attractive deep purple color that complements the flowers quite nicely. This selection spreads by creeping rhizomes and self seeds very heavily to form nice, self-sustaining colonies in the garden. Plant in part-shade to shade and average garden soils.
...............Available in 1-Quart only.
 

Viola tricolor
Johnny Jump Up  (Zone 5)
An old-fashioned garden favorite that everyone knows no matter how it is listed in reference books! The cheery purple, yellow, and white flowers add a light touch to the informal garden. This 6" tall beauty is best planted in a part-shade situation where they are free to seed and move around at their own discretion. An easy-to-grow favorite!
...............Available in 1-Quart only.

Waldsteinia ternata
Barren Strawberry  (Zone 4)
This groundcover is quite adaptable to a wide range of sites around the garden as it tolerates sun and light shade. Once established, plants even thrive in the very dry conditions found under trees or on a bank. The foliage, which is evergreen and resembles that of strawberries, builds up into a dense carpet. The flowers, in late spring and early summer, are single, bright yellow, and stand out well against the deep green foliage. Grows 6-8" tall and 4-6" wide.
..............Available in Groundcover container only.