Master Gardener Plant Sale 2024
Saturday, April 27
9am to 2pm
Pontotoc Farmers Market
25 West Jefferson Street
Pontotoc MS
Master Gardener Annual Fundraiser
Plant List
Plants are still being added!
ANNUALS
ALYSUUM
| Common Names | Sweet alyssum, alyssum, carpet flower |
| Botanical Name | Lobularia maritima |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Mature Size | 3–10 in. tall, 2–4 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full or partial |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral to acidic |
| Bloom Time | Spring, fall |
| Flower Color | White, pink, purple |
| Hardiness Zones | 5–9 (USDA) |
| Native Areas | Europe |
AMARANTH, JOSEPH’S COAT
| Common Names | Amaranth, amaranthus, love lies bleeding, tassel flower |
| Botanical Name | Amaranthus spp. |
| Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 2–4 ft. tall, 1-2 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral, acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Hardiness Zones | 2-11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America, South America |
ASPARAGUS FERN
| Common Name | Asparagus fern |
| Botanical Name | Asparagus aethiopicus, A. densiflorus |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Mature Size | Up to 3 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial (outdoor); bright, indirect light (indoors) |
| Soil Type | Well-drained potting mix |
| Soil pH | Slightly acidic (6.5-6.8) |
| Bloom Time | Spring to fall |
| Flower Color | White; flowers are insignificant |
| Hardiness Zones | 9-11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | South Africa |
ASTER, CALLISTEPHUS TALL PAEONY DUCHESS
Lorem ipsum dolo
| Common Names | Asters, New England asters, frost flowers |
| Botanical Name | Symphyotrichum spp. |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Plant type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 1–6 ft. tall, 1–4 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral, acidic |
| Bloom time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Purple, pink, blue, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 3-8 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America |
r sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
BALSAM
| Common Name | Garden balsam, rose balsam, touch-me-not |
| Botanical Name | Impatiens balsamina |
| Family | Balsaminaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 6–30 in. tall, 6–12 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Loamy, moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Purple, pink, red, white, bicolors |
| Hardiness Zones | 2–11 (USDA); true annual |
BLANKET FLOWER
| GENUS NAME | Gaillardia |
| COMMON NAME | Blanket Flower |
| PLANT TYPE | Perennial |
| LIGHT | Sun |
| HEIGHT | 1 to 3 feet |
| WIDTH | 1 to 2 feet |
| FLOWER COLOR | Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow |
| FOLIAGE COLOR | Blue/Green, Gray/Silver |
| SEASON FEATURES | Fall Bloom, Summer Bloom |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Cut Flowers, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 10, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Division, Seed, Stem Cuttings |
| PROBLEM SOLVERS | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover |
CARDINAL VINE
| GENUS NAME | Ipomoea sloteri |
| COMMON NAME | Cardinal Climber |
| PLANT TYPE | Annual, Vine |
| LIGHT | Sun |
| HEIGHT x WIDTH | 10 to 15 feet X 1 to 2 feet |
| FLOWER COLOR | Red |
| SEASON FEATURES | Fall Bloom, Summer Bloom |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Attracts Birds, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| PROPAGATION | Seed |
CHAMOMILE, GERMAN
| GENUS NAME | Matricaria recutita |
| COMMON NAME | Chamomile, Germain |
| PLANT TYPE | Annual, Herb |
| LIGHT | Part Sun, Sun |
| HEIGHT | 3 to 24 inches |
| WIDTH | 10 to 12 inches |
| FLOWER COLOR | White |
| SEASON FEATURES | Spring Bloom, Summer Bloom |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Attracts Birds, Fragrance, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Division, Seed |
| PROBLEM SOLVERS | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Slope/Erosion Control |
CLEOME, ROSE QUEEN (SPIDER FLOWERS, KITTY WHISKERS)
| Common Name | Cleomes, spider flower, Rocky Mountain bee plant, stinking clover |
| Botanical Name | Cleome |
| Family | Cleomaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 1.5 to 5 feet tall and 1 to 2 feet wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, part sun |
| Soil Type | Average, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic to neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | White, pink, lavender, rose |
| Hardiness Zones | 10, 11 |
| Native Area | South America |
COLEUS, RAINBOX MIX
| Common Name | Coleus |
| Botanical Name | Plectranthus scutellarioides |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial (usually grown as an annual) |
| Mature Size | 6-36 in. tall and wide |
| Sun Exposure | Part shade to full shade |
| Soil Type | Rich, moist, loose soil, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 to 7.0) |
| Bloom Time | Seasonal |
| Flower Color | Blue to white |
| Hardiness Zones | 10-11 (USDA); grown as an annual everywhere |
| Native Area | Asia |
| Toxicity | Toxic to animals |
COLEUS
| Common Name | Coleus |
| Botanical Name | Plectranthus scutellarioides |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial (usually grown as an annual) |
| Mature Size | 6-36 in. tall and wide |
| Sun Exposure | Part shade to full shade |
| Soil Type | Rich, moist, loose soil, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 to 7.0) |
| Bloom Time | Seasonal |
| Flower Color | Blue to white |
| Hardiness Zones | 10-11 (USDA); grown as an annual everywhere |
| Native Area | Asia |
| Toxicity | Toxic to animals |
COLEUS
| Common Name | Coleus |
| Botanical Name | Plectranthus scutellarioides |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial (usually grown as an annual) |
| Mature Size | 6-36 in. tall and wide |
| Sun Exposure | Part shade to full shade |
| Soil Type | Rich, moist, loose soil, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 to 7.0) |
| Bloom Time | Seasonal |
| Flower Color | Blue to white |
| Hardiness Zones | 10-11 (USDA); grown as an annual everywhere |
| Native Area | Asia |
| Toxicity | Toxic to animals |
COSMOS, BRIGHT LIGHTS
| Common Name | Cosmos, Mexican aster, cut-leaf cosmos |
| Botanical Name | Cosmos sulphureus, Cosmos bipinnatus |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 1-6 ft. tall, 1-3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Well-draining soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0–6.8 (Acidic) |
| Bloom Time | Summer through fall |
| Flower Color | Golden yellow, white, pink, magenta, orange, yellow, red, chocolate |
| Hardiness Zones | 2–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | northern South America, Central America, and southern North America |
COSMOS, CANDY STRIPE
| Common Name | Cosmos, Mexican aster, cut-leaf cosmos |
| Botanical Name | Cosmos sulphureus, Cosmos bipinnatus |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 1-6 ft. tall, 1-3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Well-draining soil |
| Soil pH | 6.0–6.8 (Acidic) |
| Bloom Time | Summer through fall |
| Flower Color | Golden yellow, white, pink, magenta, orange, yellow, red, chocolate |
| Hardiness Zones | 2–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | northern South America, Central America, and southern North America |
CYPRESS VINE, MIXED COLORS
| Common Name | Cypress vine, red cypress vine, Indian pink, star glory, hummingbird vine |
| Botanical Name | Ipomoea quamoclit |
| Family | Convolvulaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual vine |
| Mature Size | 6-15 ft. in length, spread of 3-6 ft. |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Fertile, well-drained, and kept evenly moist |
| Soil pH | Neutral to slightly acidic or slightly alkaline |
| Bloom Time | June to October |
| Flower Color | Red; less commonly, pink or white |
| Hardiness Zones | 11-12 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Tropical America |
| Toxicity | Toxic to people and pets1 |
DUSTY MILLER
| Common Name | Dusty miller, silver dust, silver ragwort |
| Botanical Name | Jacobaea maritima |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, annual |
| Mature Size | 1-2 ft. tall, 1-2 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 8–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Mediterranean |
LOBELIA
| Common Name | Lobelia, annual lobelia, edging lobelia, laguna flower |
| Botanical Name | Lobelia erinus |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 6-9 in. tall, 9-10 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Blue, pink, purple, white, red |
| Hardiness Zones | 10-11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Africa |
MARIGOLD, JOLLY JESTER
Jolly Jester French Marigold
Tagetes patula
Asteraceae
Annual
36”
Full sun
Iight sandy or medium loamy, well-drained
Neutral or alkaline
Early to mid-summer until first frost of fall
White & hot pink
2-11
Mexico & SW US
MOONFLOWER (MORNING GLORY VARIETY)
| GENUS NAME | Ipomoea alba |
| COMMON NAME | Moonflower Vine |
| PLANT TYPE | Annual, Perennial, Vine |
| LIGHT | Sun |
| HEIGHT | 8 to 20 feet |
| WIDTH | 3 to 6 feet |
| FLOWER COLOR | White |
| FOLIAGE COLOR | Blue/Green |
| SEASON FEATURES | Fall Bloom, Summer Bloom |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Fragrance, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 10, 11, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Seed, Stem Cuttings |
| PROBLEM SOLVERS | Deer Resistant |
MORNING GLORY, BLUE PICOTEE
| Common Name | Morning glory, common morning glory |
| Botanical Name | Ipomoea purpurea |
| Family | Convolvulaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 6–10 ft. tall, 3–6 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral, acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Purple, pink, blue, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 2–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America |
| Toxicity | Toxic to people1, toxic to pets2 |
MORNING GLORY, MOUNT FUJI BLEND
A vibrant and eye-popping Japanese type morning glory that is considered a rare find in the U.S. Large blooms range from 3-5 inches wide in violet, lavender, rose, and magenta hues. These frilly-edged flowers have snow white margins, making for an illuminating effect. This climbing vine averages 6-8 feet in length and covers a trellis or fence beautifully.
- 6-12 hours of Sun
- Sprouts in 5-21 Days
- Ideal Temperature: 70-75 Degrees F
- Seed Depth: 1/4-1/2″
- Plant Spacing: 8-10″
- Frost Hardy: No
- Ipomoea nil
RUDBECKIA MAXIMA
Though closely resembling black-eyed Susans, right down to the dark flower centers, Rudbeckia maxima is a different species altogether. Known more properly as giant coneflower, it fills aniche where tall flowers are concerned—this native wildflower can attain heights of 7 feet in the garden. The foliage looks great, too, with prominent bluish-green leaves that give this plant the alternate nickname of “cabbage flower.” A must in any cottage garden, giant coneflower tolerates a wide range of growing conditions. But it needs plenty of water and doesn’t have great drought tolerance.
- Native Area: North America
- USDA Growing Zones: 4–9
- Height: 5–7 feet
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
SWEET PEA
| Common Name | Sweet pea, perennial pea, everlasting pea |
| Botanical Name | Lathyrus odoratus |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual, vine |
| Mature Size | 6-8 ft. tall |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Alkaline |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Flower Color | Red, pink, blue, white, lavender |
| Hardiness Zones | 3-8 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe, Mediterranean |
ZINNIA, MINI
| Common Name | Zinnia |
| Botanical Name | Zinnia elegans |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 1-2 ft. tall, 6-18 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Well-draining |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Pink, purple, yellow, orange, white, red |
| Hardiness Zones | 3-10 (USDA) |
| Native Area | South America, North America |
ZINNIA, ENVY
| Common Name | Zinnia |
| Botanical Name | Zinna elegans |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 2-4 ft. tall, 6-18 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Well-draining |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Hardiness Zones | 3-10 (USDA) |
| Native Area | South America, North America |
BIENNIALS
CANTERBURY BELLS
| Common Name | Canterbury bells, cups and saucers |
| Botanical Name | Campanula medium |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual, biennial |
| Mature Size | 20-26 in. tall, 12-18 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained, loamy, sandy |
| Soil pH | Neutral, acidic, alkaline |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Pink, white, purple, blue |
| Hardiness Zones | 5-8 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe |
ROSE CAMPION, CROWN PINK
| Common Name | Rose Campion, Rabbit’s Ears, Crown Pink |
| Botanical Name | Lychnis coronaria |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Plant Type | Biennial, short-lived perennial |
| Mature Size | 12-18 in. high |
| Sun Exposure | Partial to full sun |
| Soil Type | Well-drained, tolerant of most soils |
| Soil pH | Neutral to partly acidic |
| Bloom Time | Early to mid summer |
| Flower Color | Magenta, pink, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 5-8 (USDA) |
| Native Areas | Europe |
PERENNIALS
BEE BALM, MONARDA
| Common Name | Bee balm, horsemint, monarda, bergamot, wild bergamot |
| Botanical Name | Monarda spp. |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 10–48 in. tall, 10–36 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Rich, moist |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Red, purple, pink, white, lavender |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–9 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America |
BLACK EYED SUSAN VINE
| Common Names | Black-eyed Susan vine, clockvine |
| Botanical Name | Thunbergia alata |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, annual, vine |
| Mature Size | 3–8 ft. tall, 3–6 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Loamy, rich, well-draining |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Red, rose, orange, yellow, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 10-11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Africa |
BUTTERFLY WEED
May not be available for 2024
| Common Name | Butterfly weed, butterfly milkweed, pleurisy root, orange milkweed |
| Botanical Name | Asclepias tuberosa |
| Family | Asclepiadaceae |
| Plant type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature size | 1–2 ft. tall, 12-18 in. wide |
| Sun exposure | Full |
| Soil type | Dry, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom time | Summer |
| Flower color | Orange, yellow |
| Hardiness zones | 3–9 (USDA) |
| Native area | North America |
COLUMBINE
| Common Name | Columbine |
| Botanical Name | Aquilegia spp. |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Mature Size | 1-3 ft. tall, 1-2 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full or partial |
| Soil Type | Sandy, loamy, moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Bloom Time | Spring to summer |
| Flower Color | Red, orange, yellow, blue, purple, violet, pink, white |
| Hardiness Zones | Zones 3 to 8 |
| Native Area | North America, Europe, Asia |
COREOPSIS
| GENUS NAME | Coreopsis |
| COMMON NAME | Coreopsis |
| PLANT TYPE | Annual, Perennial |
| LIGHT | Sun |
| HEIGHT | 1 to 4 feet |
| WIDTH | 1 to 3 feet |
| FLOWER COLOR | Orange, Pink, Red, Yellow |
| FOLIAGE COLOR | Blue/Green, Chartreuse/Gold |
| SEASON FEATURES | Fall Bloom, Summer Bloom |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Attracts Birds, Cut Flowers, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Division, Seed, Stem Cuttings |
| PROBLEM SOLVERS | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
CHAMOMILE, ROMAN
For 2024, only German Chamomile
| GENUS NAME | Chamaemelum obile |
| COMMON NAME | Chamomile, Roman |
| PLANT TYPE | Herb, Perennial |
| LIGHT | Part Sun, Sun |
| HEIGHT | 3 to 12 inches |
| WIDTH | 10 to 12 inches |
| FLOWER COLOR | White |
| SEASON FEATURES | Spring Bloom, Summer Bloom |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Attracts Birds, Fragrance, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Division, Seed |
| PROBLEM SOLVERS | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Slope/Erosion Control |
CONEFLOWER, GIANT
| Botanical Name | Redbuckia, Maxima |
| Common Name | Giant coneflower |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Mature Size | 5′ – 7′ tall |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral to acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 3-8 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America |
CREEPING JENNY
| Botanical Name | Lysimachia nummularia |
| Common Name | Creeping Jenny, moneywort, herb twopence, twopenny grass |
| Plant Type | Evergreen ground cover |
| Mature Size | 2-4 in. tall, 12-18 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Well-draining sandy, loamy, or clay |
| Soil pH | Acid, alkaline, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 4-9 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Western Asia, and Europe |
DAISY, SHASTA
| Common Name | Shasta daisy |
| Botanical Name | Leucanthemum × superbum |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | 9 in.-3 ft. tall, 1-2 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Loamy, moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer |
| Flower Color | White |
| Hardiness Zones | 5-9, USA |
| Native Area | North America |
FERN, JAPANESE PAINTED
| Common Name | Japanese painted fern |
| Botanical Name | Athyrium niponicum |
| Family | Athyrium |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | About 18 in. tall and wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial, shade |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral, acidic, alkaline |
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Native Area | Asia |
FOUR O’CLOCKS
| Common Name | Four o’clock plant, marvel of Peru, garden jalap |
| Botanical Name | Mirabilis jalapa (synonym: Mirabilis lindheimeri) |
| Family | Nyctaginaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 2–3 ft. tall and wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Pink, red, yellow, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 9–11, USA |
| Native Area | South America |
HOSTAS
| Common Name | Hosta, plantain lily |
| Botanical Name | Hosta spp. |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 6–48 in. tall, 10–60 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Shade, partial |
| Soil Type | Loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | White, purple, pink |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–9 (USDA) |
HOSTAS
| Common Name | Hosta, plantain lily |
| Botanical Name | Hosta spp. |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 6–48 in. tall, 10–60 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Shade, partial |
| Soil Type | Loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | White, purple, pink |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–9 (USDA) |
IRIS, BEARDED
| Common Name | Bearded iris |
| Botanical Name | Iris germanica |
| Family | Iridaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 12–40 in. tall, 1 –2 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Average, well-draining |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Flower Color | Red, orange, yellow, blue, purple, brown, white, pink, many bicolors |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–9 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Southern Europe and the Mediterranean |
JEWELWEED
| Common Name | Jewelweed, orange jewelweed, spotted jewelweed, spotted touch-me-not |
| Botanical Name | Impatiens capensis |
| Family | Balsaminaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 2–5 ft. tall, 1.5–2.5 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial, shade |
| Soil Type | Moist |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Orange, yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 2–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America |
JOSEPH’S COAT, JOYWEED
| Common Name | Joyweed, Joseph’s coat |
| Botanical Name | Alternanthera ficoidea |
| Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | 6-12 in. tall, 1-1.5 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Moist, well-draining |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Fall |
| Flower Color | White |
| Hardiness Zones | 10-11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | South America, Central America |
LENTEN ROSE
| Common Name | Lenten rose |
| Botanical Name | Helleborus x hybridus |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | 1-2 ft. tall, 1-2.5 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial, shade |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, winter |
| Flower Color | Pink, purple, red, white, green, yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 4–9 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe, Asia |
MALTESE CROSS, JERUSALEM CROSS
Maltese Cross, Scarlet Lychnis, Jerusalem Cross |
Lychnis chalcedonica |
Caryophyllaceae |
Perennial |
24-36” |
Full sun |
Loamy and sandy |
Mildly acidic, alkaline or neutral |
Late May-August |
Red |
3-9 |
Eastern Europe & Western Asia |
MARIGOLD, DESERT
Desert Marigold
Baileya multiradiata
Asteraceae
Perennial
1’-2’
Full sun
Clay, loam or sand
Acid, alkaline or neutral
Yellow
7-10
- Mexico & SW US
MEXICAN HAT (PRAIRIE CONEFLOWER)
| Common Name | Mexican hat flower, prairie coneflower, thimble flower |
| Botanical Name | Ratibida columnifera |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | Up to 3 ft. tall, 18 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Loamy, sandy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral, alkaline |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Orange, yellow, brown |
| Hardiness Zones | 4-9 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America (Mexico) |
MEXICAN PETUNIA
| Common Name | Mexican petunia, Mexican bluebell, Britton’s petunia |
| Botanical Name | Ruellia brittoniana or Ruellia simplex |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, rhizome |
| Mature Size | 1-4 ft. tall, 1-3 ft. long, 1-3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Loamy, sandy, moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Hardiness Zones | 8-11, USDA |
| Native Area | North America, South America, Caribbean |
PASSION FLOWER
May be bareroot for 2024
| Common Names | Passionflower, passion flower vine, maypop, granadilla |
| Botanical Name | Passiflora spp. |
| Family | Passifloraceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, vine |
| Mature Size | 10–30 ft. tall, 3–6 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral, acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Purple, blue, pink, red, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 7–10 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America, South America |
| Toxicity | Varies by type1 |
PERIWINKLE VINE, VINCA
| Common Name | Bigleaf periwinkle, greater periwinkle, blue periwinkle |
| Botanical Name | Vinca major |
| Family | Apocynaceae/dogbane |
| Plant Type | Evergreen perennial |
| Mature Size | 6-8 in. tall |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Well-drained, clay, loam |
| Soil pH | Slightly acidic |
| Bloom Time | Mid to late spring |
| Flower Color | Purple, blue |
| Hardiness Zones | 4-9 (USDA) |
| Native Areas | Southern Europe, Northern Africa, Asia |
| Toxicity | Mildly toxic to humans and animals |
PHLOX
| Botanical Name | Phlox paniculata |
| Common Names | Garden phlox, tall phlox |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Mature Size | 2 to 4 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide (but varies by cultivar) |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to partial sun |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Lavender, lilac, pink, purple, salmon, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 4 to 8, USA (but varies by cultivar) |
| Native Area | Eastern United States |
RICE PAPER PLANT
Rice paper plant (Tetrapanax papyrifer) is a shrubby, fast-growing perennial with gigantic, tropical-looking, palmate leaves and clusters of showy white flowers that bloom in summer and fall. This is a super-huge plant that reaches widths of 5 to 8 feet (1.5-2 m.) and heights of up to 12 feet (4 m.). Growing rice paper plants is a piece of cake if you live in a climate with relatively mild winters free of long, hard freezes.
How to Grow a Rice Paper Plant
You can grow rice paper plants year-round with no worries if you live in the warm climates of USDA plant hardiness zone 9 and above. Rice paper plants grow in zone 7 and 8 (and maybe even zone 6) with plenty of mulch to protect the roots during the winter. The top of the plant will freeze, but new shoots will grow back from the rhizomes in spring. Otherwise, rice paper plants grow in full sunlight or light shade. Nearly any type of soil is fine.
Rice Paper Plant Care
SALVIA, BLUE BEDDER
| GENUS NAME | Salvia, Blue Bedder |
| COMMON NAME | Perennial Salvia |
| PLANT TYPE | Perennial |
| LIGHT | Part Sun, Sun |
| HEIGHT | 1 to 3 feet |
| WIDTH | 1 to 3 feet |
| FLOWER COLOR | Blue |
| FOLIAGE COLOR | Blue/Green |
| SEASON FEATURES | Fall Bloom, Spring Bloom, Summer Bloom |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Attracts Birds, Cut Flowers, Fragrance, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 10, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Division, Seed, Stem Cuttings |
| PROBLEM SOLVERS | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
SHAMROCKS, PINKS
| Common Name | Oxalis, Shamrock, Lucky Clover, Wood Sorrel |
| Botanical Name | Oxalis |
| Family | Oxalidaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual, perennial, corm, or creeping rhizome |
| Mature Size | 2 to 18 inches, species dependent |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil Type | Well drained loam |
| Soil pH | 6.0 to 8.0 |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | White, yellow, purple, pink, red, rose |
| Hardiness Zones | 5 to 10 USDA, species dependent |
| Native Area | Worldwide except Antarctica |
SNAP DRAGON
| Common Name | Snapdragon, dog’s mouth, lion’s mouth, toad’s mouth |
| Botanical Name | Antirrhinum majus |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, annual |
| Mature Size | 6–48 in. tall, 6–12 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Moist, well-draining |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Flower Color | White, yellow, pink, red, orange, purple |
| Hardiness Zones | 7–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Mediterranean, Europe, Asia |
SPIDERWORT
| Common name | Spiderwort, inchplant, dayflower, purple heart |
| Botanical name | Tradescantia spp. |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Plant type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature size | 1 ft.–3 ft. tall, 1–1.5 ft. wide |
| Sun exposure | Full, partial, shade |
| Soil type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom time | Spring, summer |
| Flower color | Blue, purple, pink |
| Hardiness zones | 4b-12a (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America, South America. Central America |
VERBENA, PURPLE
| Common Name | Verbena, annual verbena |
| Botanical Name | Verbena x hybrida |
| Family | Verbenaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual, perennial |
| Mature Size | 9–12 in. tall, 12–18 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Flower Color | White, red, purple, pink, lavender, bi-colored |
| Hardiness Zones | 8–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe |
YARROW, VARIOUS COLORS
| GENUS NAME | Achillea |
| COMMON NAME | Yarrow |
| PLANT TYPE | Herb, Perennial |
| LIGHT | Sun |
| HEIGHT | 6 to 24 inches |
| WIDTH | 2 to 3 feet |
| FLOWER COLOR | Orange, Pink, Red, White, Yellow |
| FOLIAGE COLOR | Blue/Green, Gray/Silver |
| SEASON FEATURES | Fall Bloom, Spring Bloom, Summer Bloom, Winter Interest |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Attracts Birds, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 10, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Division, Seed |
| PROBLEM SOLVERS | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Slope/Erosion Control |
HERBS & VEGETABLES
BASIL, GENOVESE
| Common Name | Sweet basil |
| Botanical Name | Ocimum basilicum |
| Family | Mint |
| Plant Type | Perennial or annual herb |
| Size | 18–24 in. tall and wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun (likes some shade in very hot climates) |
| Soil Type | Somewhat rich soil |
| Soil pH | 5.1–8.5 (acidic to alkaline) |
| Bloom Time | June to frost |
| Hardiness Zones | 10–11 (grown as an annual elsewhere) |
BASIL, THAI
| Common Name: | Thai basil, horapha (Thailand), hun que (Vietnam) |
| Botanical Name: | Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora |
| Family: | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type: | Herbaceous, Perennial, Annual |
| Size: | 12-18 in. tall, 12 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure: | Full, Partial |
| Soil Type: | Moist, Well-drained |
| Soil pH: | 6.5 to 7.5 |
| Bloom Time: | Summer |
| Hardiness Zones: | 10-11 (USDA) |
CALENDULA, POOR MAN’S SAFFRON
May not be available in 2024, looking a bit leggy!
| Common Name | Calendula, pot marigold, common marigold |
| Botanical Name | Calendula officinalis |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, annual |
| Mature Size | 1-2 ft. tall, 1-2 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Yellow, orange, red, white, pink |
| Hardiness Zones | 2a-11b (USDA) |
| Native Area | Mediterranean |
CATNIP
| Common Name | Catnip, catmint |
| Botanical Name | Nepeta cataria |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, herb |
| Size | 2–3 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Loamy, sandy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral, alkaline |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–7 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe, Asia |
| Toxicity | Toxic to cats |
CILANTRO, SLOW BOLT
| Common Name | Cilantro, coriander, Chinese parsley |
| Botanical Name | Coriandrum sativum |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual, herb |
| Size | 1–2 ft. tall, 1–1.5 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial sun |
| Soil Type | Loamy, moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic (6.2 to 6.8) |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall |
| Hardiness Zones | Annual, thrives in 2–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Asia, Europe, Africa |
DILL, MAMMOTH
| Botanical Name | Anethum graveolens |
| Common Name | Dill |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Size | 3 to 5 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Rich, well-drained |
| Soil pH | 6.5 (slightly acidic) |
| Bloom Time | Late summer, early fall |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 2–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe, Asia |
EGGPLANT
| Common Name | Eggplant |
| Botanical Name | Solanum melongena |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, vegetable |
| Size | 2–4 ft. tall, 1–3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral, alkaline (5.5 to 7.5) |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Hardiness Zones | 9b–12a (USDA) |
| Native Area | Asia |
GARLIC CHIVES
| DESCRIPTION | Boasting culinary value in the kitchen and good looks in the landscape, garlic chives make a great garden perennial. Exceptionally hardy, garlic chives thrive in Zones 3 through 9. These plants form slow-expanding clumps of gray-green foliage that stand 1 to 2 feet tall. The leaves feature a mild garlic flavor that is perfect for dishes that need a flavor kick without the boldness of garlic. Harvest leaves anytime they are green. Garlic chives can also be grown inside during winter for culinary use in cold weather months. |
| GENUS NAME | Allium tuberosum |
| COMMON NAME | Garlic Chives |
| PLANT TYPE | Herb, Perennial |
| LIGHT | Sun |
| HEIGHT | 6 to 6 inches |
| WIDTH | null to 2 feet |
| FLOWER COLOR | White |
| SEASON FEATURES | Fall Bloom |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Attracts Birds, Cut Flowers, Fragrance, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Division, Seed |
| PROBLEM SOLVERS | Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
LEMON BALM
| Botanical name | Melissa officinalis |
| Common name | Lemon balm |
| Plant type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Mature size | 1.5–2 ft. tall, 1.5–3 ft. wide |
| Sun exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Soil type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral to acidic |
| Bloom time | Summer |
| Flower color | White, pale yellow |
| Hardiness zones | 3–7 (USDA) |
| Native area | Europe |
LEMON GRASS
| GENUS NAME | Cymbopogon spp. |
| COMMON NAME | Lemongrass |
| PLANT TYPE | Herb, Perennial |
| LIGHT | Sun |
| HEIGHT | 2 to 4 feet |
| WIDTH | 2 to 3 feet |
| FOLIAGE COLOR | Blue/Green |
| SPECIAL FEATURES | Fragrance, Good for Containers, Low Maintenance |
| ZONES | 10, 11, 9 |
| PROPAGATION | Division, Seed, Stem Cuttings |
OREGANO
| Common Name | Oregano |
| Botanical Name | Origanum spp. |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, herb |
| Size | 1–2 ft. tall, 1.5 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Hardiness Zones | 4–10 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe, Asia, Mediterranean |
PEPPER, BANANA
- Name: Banana pepper (Capiscum annuum)
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11
- Light: Full sun
- Soil Needs: Rich, loamy, well-drained soil
- Days to Maturity: 60-80 from transplant
- Scoville Heat Units: 0-500
PEPPER, CALIFORNIA WONDER BELL
| Common Name | Bell Pepper, Sweet Pepper |
| Botanical Name | Capsicum annuum |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Plant Type | Fruit, annual |
| Size | 18 in. to 3 feet tall |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Fertile loam |
| Soil pH | Neutral 6.5-7 |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Hardiness Zones | 9-11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Mexico, Central and South America |
PEPPER, JALAPENO
| Common Name | Jalapeño |
| Botanical Name | Capiscum annuum ‘Jalapeño’ |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial (commonly grown as annual), vegetable |
| Size | 1–3.5 ft. tall, 0.5–1 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Loamy, moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic to neutral (5.8 to 6.8) |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Hardiness Zones | 11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Central America, South America |
SPEARMINT
| Common Name | Mint |
| Botanical Name | Mentha spp. |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, Herb |
| Size | 12–18 in. tall, 18–24 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Type | Loamy, Moist, Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America, Africa, Australia |
SQUASH, YELLOW
TOMATOES, BEEFSTEAK
| Botanical Name | Solanum lycopersicum |
| Common Name | Beefsteak Tomatoes |
| Plant Type | Annual, vegetable |
| Mature Size | 6 feet tall or more |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Fertile, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Slightly acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 2-11, USDA |
| Native Area | Central and South America |
TOMATOES, BETTER BOY
| Botanical Name | Solanum lycopersicum ‘Better Boy’ |
| Common Name | Better Boy tomato |
| Plant Type | Annual vegetable |
| Mature Size | 5-8 ft. tall, 2-3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full; 6 to 8 or more hours per day |
| Soil Type | Loamy, moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | 6.5 to 6.8, slightly acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 3-11, USA |
| Native Area | North America |
TOMATOES, BODACIOUS
Large, round, vibrant, disease-resistant tomatoes, deliver the sweetness of life straight from garden to table.
‘Bodacious’ is our new superstar—gorgeous, juicy and prolific. Lovingly bred by Burpee, these large, round, vibrant, pure-red 10–12 oz. fruits entice with heirloom aromatics and tangy tomato sweetness. Add scrumptious pizzazz to sandwiches, burgers and salads. Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle freshly cut basil over arrayed mozzarella and ‘Bodacious’ slices. Toward the end of July, the bonanza begins: compact 5–6 vines yield 8–10 spectacular fruits a week and a bold, audacious 40–50 per season, per plant. ‘Bodacious’ tomatoes grow in large clusters—easy to pick and no cracking. Excellent “laugh-off-blight” resistance.
TOMATOES, CHEROKEE PURPLE
| Cherokee Purple Tomato | |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Cherokee purple tomato |
| Botanical Name | Solanum lycopersicum ‘Cherokee purple’ |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Plant Type | Vine fruit, annual |
| Mature Size | Vines to 9 ft. long, 2-3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Well draining loam |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Mid-summer |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | Grown as an annual across zones |
| Native Area | Andes Mountains, South America |
TOMATOES, CHERRY BABY
| Common Name | Cherry tomato |
| Botanical Name | Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiforme |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Plant Type | Annual, fruit |
| Size | 4–8 ft. tall, 1–3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic (6.0 to 6.8) |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Hardiness Zones | 2–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | South America |
TOMATOES, REISE (TRAVELING TOMATO)
| Growing Height | 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) |
|---|---|
| Plant Spacing | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Growth Habit | Indeterminate |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 70-80 |
| Propagation Methods | From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Ferment seeds before storing |
| Open Pollinated (OP) | Yes |
| Usage | Fresh, salad |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Small (grape/cherry varieties), Medium (under one pound) |
TOMATOES, ROMA
| Common Name: | Roma tomato, paste tomato |
| Botanical Name: | Solanum lycopersicum |
| Family: | Solanaceae |
| Plant Type: | Annual, vegetable |
| Size: | 3-5 ft. tall, 2-4 ft. spread |
| Sun Exposure: | Full |
| Soil Type: | Loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH: | Acidic |
| Hardiness Zones: | 3-11 (USDA) |
| Native Area: | South America |
| Toxicity: | Toxic to humans1, toxic to pets2 (non-fruit parts) |
TOMATOES, SUPER JUICE
The worlds largest sauce tomato.
SuperSauce. The new tomato superhero. A whole lot bigger, a whole lot better, a Roma with aroma. Weighing in at 2 lb., a whopping 5.5″ tall x 5″ wide, SuperSauce produces gallons of luscious sauce from a single plant harvest – one tomato fills an entire sauce jar. Very few people in the gardening world consider a paste tomato for anything other than making paste or sauce. SuperSauce also makes a superlative salad tomato; its perfect for a meaty and tasty hamburger slice too. Indeterminate, disease-free plants yield a summer-long supply of the exquisitely flavored marinara, tomato gravy or meat sauce plus plenty for salads and slicing.
er mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
ZUCCHINI
BULBS
DAFFODIL BULBS
| Common Name | Daffodil, narcissus |
| Botanical Name | Narcissus spp. |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Plant Type | Bulb, perennial |
| Mature Size | 6–30 in. tall, 6–12 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Rich, moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral, acidic |
| Bloom Time | Late Winter, Spring |
| Flower Color | Yellow, white, orange, pink |
| Hardiness Zones | 4–8 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe, North Africa |
DAYLILIES
| Common Name | Orange daylily, common daylily, tawny daylily |
| Botanical Name | Hemerocallis fulva |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | 2–2.5 ft. tall, 2–2.5 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–9 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Asia |
SPIDER LILIES
| Common Name | Spider lily, hurricane lily, cluster amaryllis, naked lily, surprise lily |
| Botanical Name | Lycoris spp. |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, bulb |
| Mature Size | 1–2 ft. tall, 1–1.5 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral, alkaline |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Red, orange, pink, white, yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 6–10 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Asia |
SUCCULENTS & TROPICALS & HOUSEPLANTS
AIRPLANE PLANT/SPIDER PLANT
| Common Names | Spider plant, spider ivy, ribbon plant |
| Botanical Name | Chlorophytum comosum |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 1–2 ft. tall and wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial, shade |
| Soil Type | Loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Flowers regularly |
| Flower Color | White |
| Hardiness Zones | 9–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Central and Southern Africa |
ALOE
| Common Name | Aloe vera |
| Botanical Name | Aloe barbadensis miller |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Plant Type | Succulent, herb, perennial |
| Mature Size | 12-36 in. tall, 6-12 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Sandy |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Yellow, red, orange |
| Hardiness Zones | 10-12 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Africa |
BEGONIA, ANGEL WING
| Botanical Name | Begonia x corallina |
| Common Name | Angel wing begonia |
| Plant Type | Perennial shrub |
| Mature Size | 12-30 in. tall, 12-24 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial shade |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral to acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer, early fall |
| Flower Color | Pink, red, white, orange |
| Hardiness Zone | 10-11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | South America |
| Toxicity | Toxic to dogs and cats |
BURRO TAIL, DONKEY TAIL SEDUM
| Common Name | Donkey’s tail, donkey tail, burro’s tail, lamb’s tail |
| Botanical Name | Sedum morganianum |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, succulent |
| Mature Size | 1–4 ft. long, 1–2 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Loamy, sandy |
| Soil pH | Neutral, alkaline 3 |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Red, white, yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 10–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America, Central America |
CHINESE EVERGREEN, ALGLAONEMA
| Common Name | Chinese evergreen, Philippine evergreen, Poison Dart Plant |
| Botanical Name | Aglaonema commutatum |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 1–3 ft. tall, 1–3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial, full |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer |
| Flower Color | White |
| Hardiness Zones | 10–12 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Asia |
CHINESE EVERGREEN, ALGLAONEMA
| Common Name | Chinese evergreen, Philippine evergreen, Poison Dart Plant |
| Botanical Name | Aglaonema commutatum |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 1–3 ft. tall, 1–3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial, full |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer |
| Flower Color | White |
| Hardiness Zones | 10–12 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Asia |
FLAMINGO FLOWER
| Common Names | Anthurium, tailflower, flamingo flower, laceleaf |
| Botanical Name | Anthurium spp. |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 12-18 in. tall, 9- to 12-inch wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Spring, summer, fall, winter |
| Flower Color | Red, pink, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 11-12 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Central America, South America, Caribbean |
MORNING GLORY, MOUNT FUJI BLEND
| Common Name | Hens and chicks, hen and chicks, house leek |
| Botanical Name | Sempervivum tectorum |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Plant Type | Succulent, evergreen perennial |
| Mature Size | 6–12 in. tall, 6–18 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Sandy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | Light pink, reddish-purple |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe, Africa |
IVY, ALGERIAN
Best grown in pots or controlled settings. Can climb up to 80 feet.
| Common Name | Algerian Ivy, Canary Island ivy, Canary ivy, or Madeira ivy |
| Botanical Name | Hedera algeriensis or Hedera canariensis |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, evergreen climbing vine |
| Mature Size | N/A; climbs and spreads as much as possible |
| Sun Exposure | Part shade to full shade |
| Soil Type | Fertile and moist |
| Soil pH | Neutral to slightly alkaline |
| Bloom Time | Fall |
| Flower Color | Greenish-white, greenish-yellow |
| Hardiness Zones | 4-13 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Europe, Scandinavia, Russia |
| Toxicity | Toxic to people and pets |
IVY, INGRID LIZ
| Scientific Name | Hedera helix |
| Common Name | Ingrid Liz Ivy |
| Plant Type | Evergreen vine |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Native Range | Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa |
| Height | Can grow up to 10 feet long |
| Foliage | Deep green leaves with splashes of white or yellow |
| Flowering | Small, greenish-yellow blooms |
JADE PLANT
| Common Name | Jade plant |
| Botanical Name | Crassula ovata |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Plant Type | Succulent, perennial |
| Mature Size | 3–6 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral, acidic |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Flower Color | White |
| Hardiness Zones | 11–12 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Africa |
NERVE PLANT
| Common Names | Nerve plant, mosaic plant, fittonia, painted net leaf |
| Botanical Name | Fittonia albivenis |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | 3–6 in. tall, 12-18 in. spread |
| Sun Exposure | Partial |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | White, red |
| Hardiness Zones | 11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | South America |
PHILODENDRUM, HEARTLEAF
| Common Name | Pothos, Golden Pothos, Devil’s Vine, Devil’s Ivy |
| Botanical Name | Epipremnum aureum |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type | Vine |
| Mature Size | 20–40 ft. long, 3–6 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Bloom Time | Rarely flowers |
| Flower Color | Gold/Yellow, Purple/Lavender |
| Hardiness Zones | 10–12 (USDA) |
| Native Areas | Asia |
PILEA, DARK MYSTERY
| Common Name | Pilea, Dark Mystery |
| Botanical Name | Pilea … |
| Family | Urticaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | 6-12 in. tall, 6-12 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial |
| Soil Type | Loamy, Moist but Well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Flower Color | |
| Hardiness Zones | 11-12, USA |
| Native Area | South America, Central America |
POLKA DOT PLANT
| Common Names | Polka dot plant, flamingo plant, freckle face, measles plant, pink dot |
| Botanical Name | Hypoestes phyllostachya |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial in its hardiness zone; annual or houseplant elsewhere |
| Mature Size | 1-2 ft. tall, 1-2 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Partial |
| Soil Type | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer or early fall |
| Flower Color | Lilac or pink |
| Hardiness Zones | 10 to 11, USDA |
| Native Area | Madagascar |
POTHOS, GOLDEN
| Common Name | Pothos, Golden Pothos, Devil’s Vine, Devil’s Ivy |
| Botanical Name | Epipremnum aureum |
| Family | Araceae |
| Plant Type | Vine |
| Mature Size | 20–40 ft. long, 3–6 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral to slightly acidic |
| Bloom Time | Rarely flowers |
| Flower Color | Gold/Yellow, Purple/Lavender |
| Hardiness Zones | 10–12 (USDA) |
| Native Areas | Asia |
REX BEGONIA
| Common Name | Rex begonia |
| Botanical Name | Begonia rex-cultorum |
| Family | Begoniaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 12-18 in. tall, similar spread |
| Sun Exposure | Partial, shade |
| Soil Type | Well drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Hardiness Zones | 10-12 (USDA) |
| Native Area | Asia |
SEDUM, ADOLPHI
- Botanical Name: Sedum adolphii
- Common Name(s): Golden Sedum, Coppertone stonecrop
- Synonyms: Sedum nussbaumerianum, Sedum adolphi
- Pronunciation: SEE-dum ad-OL-fee-eye
- Family & Origin: Crassulaceae family, native to Mexico and Honduras
- Growability: Easy to grow and care for
- Grow Zone: USDA zones 8-11
- Size: Grows up to 10″-12″ inches tall and 2′ feet wide
- Flowering: Produces star-shaped white and yellow flowers during late winter
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Humidity: Does well in 40-60% humidity levels
- Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 65° to 75° degrees Fahrenheit
- Soil: Porous, well-draining, sandy mixture
- Water: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, but avoid overwatering
- Fertilizer: Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a diluted fertilizer at ¼ strength
- Pests & Diseases: Can be susceptible to mealybugs but generally not prone to diseases
- Propagation: Can be propagated through stem cuttings or leaf cuttings
- Plant Uses: Makes a great addition to succulent gardens, rock gardens, or as a houseplant. Can also be used in hanging baskets or as ground cover.
SEDUM, AUTUMN JOY
| Botanical Names | Hylotelephium telephium ‘Herbstfreude’ (‘Autumn Joy’), formerly Sedum telephium ‘Autumn Joy’ |
| Common Names | Autumn Joy, Autumn Joy stonecrop, stonecrop, sedum, rock moss, gold chain |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous, perennial |
| Mature Size | 1.5–2 ft. tall and wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Sandy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral, alkaline |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Pink, red |
| Hardiness Zones | 3-9 (USDA) |
| Native Areas | Europe, Asia |
SEDUM, GOLDEN CREEPING
Scientific Name: Sedum adolphi R.-Hamet
Common Name(s): Adolph’s Sedum, Golden Glow, Golden Glow Sedum, Golden Sedum
Scientific Classification
Family: Crassulaceae
Subfamily: Sempervivoideae
Tribe: Sedeae
Genus: Sedum
Origin: Sedum adolphi is native to Mexico. It grows in rocky terrain and on cliff faces in Veracruz.
Description: Sedum adolphi, also known as Sedum nussbaumerianum, is a lovely, much-branched succulent shrub with spreading, sprawling, or ascending stems and yellow-green leaves that take on the orange-red highlights in full sun. It grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall. Leaves are broadly lanceolate to obovate and up to 1.2 inches (3 cm) long. As stems age, they produce new leaves, shedding the oldest.
SEDUM, VARIEGATED
| Common Names | Sedum, stonecrop, showy stonecrop, border stonecrop |
| Botanical Name | Sedum spp. |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Mature Size | 6–24 in. tall, 12–24 in. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Sandy, loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | White |
| Hardiness Zones | 3–10 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America, South America, Central America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Mediterranean |
WANDERING JEW, SPIDERWORT
| Common Name | Spiderwort, inch plant |
| Botanical Name | Tradescantia |
| Family | Commelinaceae |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Mature Size | N/A (vining species) |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Soil Type | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral to acidic |
| Bloom Time | Year-round |
| Flower Color | White, purple, pink |
| Hardiness Zones | 4b to 12a |
| Native Area | Mexico, South America, Caribbean |
SHRUBS & TREES
ALTHEA, ROSE OF SHARON
| Common Name | Rose of Sharon, shrub althea, rose mallow, Syrian mallow, Syrian hibiscus |
| Botanical Name | Hibiscus syriacus |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Mature Size | 8–12 ft. tall, 6–10 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial |
| Soil Type | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral |
| Bloom Time | Summer, fall |
| Flower Color | Pink, purple, lavender, red, blue, white; often with dark throats |
| Hardiness Zones | 5–8, USDA |
| Native Area | Asia |
ANGEL TRUMPET, YELLOW
| Common Name | Brugmansia, trumpet of death, Angel’s trumpet, Moonflower |
| Botanical Name | Brugmansia |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Plant Type | Perennial, shrub |
| Mature Size | 6–35 ft. tall, 3–10 ft. wide |
| Sun Exposure | Full |
| Soil Type | Moist, but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Flower Color | White, yellow, orange, pink |
| Hardiness Zones | 9–11 (USDA) |
| Native Area | South America |
| Toxicity | Toxic to people, toxic to pets |
WAX MYRTLE
Wax myrtle (Myrica cerifera) is a small, broadleaf evergreen shrub that makes an excellent addition to almost any landscape. In the South they’re popular grown as hedges, but these attractive trees can also be used as specimens. Read here about growing tips for wax myrtle trees and shrubs.
- Botanical name: Morella cerifera; formerly Myrica cerifera
- Height: to 20 feet but often smaller
- Spread: to 20 feet but often smaller
- Sun exposure: partial shade to full sun
- Soil requirements: good drainage and slightly acidic soils.
- Hardiness zones: 7-10
- When to plant: transplant in spring or fall
YAUPON HOLLY
| Common Name | Yaupon holly, yaupon |
| Botanical Name | Ilex vomitoria |
| Family | Aquifoliaceae |
| Plant Type | Shrub, tree |
| Mature Size | 10-20 ft. tall, 8-12 ft. width |
| Sun Exposure | Full, partial, shade |
| Soil Type | Loamy, sandy, clay, silt, moist but well-drained |
| Soil pH | Acidic, neutral, alkaline |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Flower Color | Green, white |
| Hardiness Zones | 7-9 (USDA) |
| Native Area | North America |
Contact us at [email protected]
Developed by McLean Advertising
Designed by J.McDowell