‘Collier’ daylily
Hemerocallis hybrids
Other apricot-colored daylilies will look dull in comparison to this vibrant, crowd-pleasing variety. ‘Collier’ is … Continued
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angel wing begonia
Begonia coccinea
Angel wing begonias prefer bright, indirect light year-round. When wintering indoors, water when the soil dries … Continued
Hosta ‘Empress Wu’
Hosta (Skaggs 2008)
This giant grows an incredible 4′ high x 9′ wide in a semi-upright habit and … Continued
borage
Borago officinalis
Big fuzzy plant bears uncommonly true-blue flowers which are prized for garnishes and salads from … Continued
cardinal climber
Ipomoea x multifida
Large, glossy green leaves with fingers have a fantastic tropical palm-like look. Vigorous growing vines … Continued
moonflower
Datura inoxia, Datura metel
Showy large white blooms open over rich dark foliage and deep red stems punctuated with … Continued
Egyptian papyrus grass, paper reed
Cyperus papyrus
Exotic-looking, fantastic bold form with pendulous leaves atop upright stems. This fast grower makes an … Continued
glossy abelia
Abelia x grandiflora
Trumpet-shaped pale pink flowers bloom during late summer and fall. Lustrous dark green foliage turns … Continued
sage
Salvia officinalis
With very broad gray leaves, plants grow great in herb planters and beds. ‘Berggarten’ has … Continued
lavender
Lavandula angustifolia/ x intermedia / x ginginsii
Well-drained soil, winter mulch and a planting site near stone or concrete footing to create … Continued
curry
Helichrysum italicum 'Dwarf'
Silver-grey needle-like foliage smells like curry-delightful to brush against in the garden. Not commonly used … Continued
holy red and green basil
Ocimum sanctum
The true sacred basil grown in India. Clove-scented leaves are used in salads and other … Continued