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Bay State Perennial Farm is known for its wide selection of perennials. Plants are listed alphabetically by their latin names and can be located by clicking on the first letter of the plant name in the alphabet above.
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Acanthus hungaricus New Plants form large mounds of glossy, dark green, deeply divided leaves that are highly ornamental in their own right. Plants in our border generating much attention long before the flowers appear. When flowers do appear they’re large, turtlehead-like, white with lots of purple venation, tightly encircling the top ¾ length of the 4-5' flower stalks. Bloom begins in late June and may continue into August. Clumps enlarge gradually via rhizomes and will eventually need to be divided. Tolerant of soil types but good drainage is essential for overwintering. Best bloom in full sun. Zone 5.
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ACHILLEA (Yarrow) Extremely hardy, free-flowering, needs well drained soil and full sun. Good for cutting and drying. All are hardy to zone 3.     
‘Anthea’ 30” stems bear light yellow flowers from early summer to early fall, above silver, felty upright foliage, more vigorous than ‘Moonshine’. New flowers form as old flowers fade away to produce a showier, extended bloom period.
‘Coronation Gold’ The classic, with large, bright gold flower heads on 3-3½' stems in late spring, gray-green foliage. Flower stems are thick and sturdy and display the flowers to perfection. Beautiful paired with Salvia n. 'May Night' and Heliotropium 'Marine'. Grow in full sun in average, well drained soil. Zone 4.
millefolium hybrids These are carefree hybrids that thrive in average to poor, well drained soil in full sun and, with minimal cutting back, bloom virtually all summer. Foliage is usually a pleasant shade of green with a light, ferny texture. Plants recover quickly from hard pruning and, if so treated at the first sign of untidiness, will regrow into an attractive, fresh plant in a very short time. Replication of plants could not be easier, simply dig and divide into as many pieces as needed. Plants sometimes grow too vigorously for their own good, depleting nutrients and crowding other plants and we generally make it a practice to significantly reduce clump size every couple of years.
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‘Apricot Delight’ New Developed in Holland and known for its long bloom time, unique flower color and sturdy, compact growth habit. Flowers develop in eye-catching clusters of a chameleon-like blend of pink, apricot and red on sturdy, upright stems, 13” high. This is a garden designers dream plant with its sultry earth tones that compliment almost any scheme.
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‘Pineapple Mango’ New Rich pink flowers fade to salmon and finally to very light yellow carried over sturdy, lacy green foliage. Bloom begins in June and continues for a full month. Cutting plants back after first flush of bloom will encourage additional, intermittent flowers for an extended period. Easy in average, well drained soil, full sun. Zone3.
- 'Pomegranate' Rich velvety red flowers over compact foliage, 24ins. tall.
‘Terra Cotta’ Another earth-toned, designer-friendly yarrow, taller than ‘Apricot Delight’ at 30-36” but with similar rich earthy, burnt orange/yellow coloration. Begins blooming in early summer and, with deadheading, will continue throughout summer. Its unique color is invaluable for toning down stronger shades.
ACONITUM Monkshoods Monkshoods resemble Delphiniums in stature and foliage, but are longer -lived and tolerant of shade and moist (not soggy) soil. Bloom time ranges from mid to late summer to early fall. The taller, more stately varieties sometimes require staking. Hardy to Zone 3. Warning: all parts are poisonous.   .
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carmichaelii ‘Arendsii' 3-4' sturdy spires of dark violet, hooded flowers that need no support. Blooms later than other Aconitum species, Sept.-Oct., persisting well into fall. Combines effectively with Japanese Anemones for a late summer-early fall display.
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Agastache This is a large group of plants that thrive in hot, dry, sunny places and bloom nonstop all summer long. Lots of them are hardy in Zone 5, while many others are more tender, but any that you can get your hands on are worth having. Plants are upright growing with flowers presented on spikes that rise, in most cases, well above the foliage. All parts of the plant are deliciously fragrant and irresistable to hummingbirds and butterflies. Look for tender agastache under "Tenders A" 
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'Black Adder' Strong, bottlebrush-like clusters of dark purple buds appear in early to mid summer and then open a lighter shade of purple creating an exciting two-toned effect. Blooms continue uninterrupted through summer into fall. Its foliage smells distinctly like black licorice when crushed, thus its common name, Anise Hyssop. Grow in full sun. Good drainage is important. An easy to grow, long blooming perennial which has been completely hardy here in Whately, (zone 5).
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Ajuga reptans ‘Burgundy Glow’ 6” blue flower spikes in May over fast spreading, mat-forming, white, pink and purple variegated leaves. Happy almost everywhere, sun, shade, part-shade.
Alcea ficifolia ‘Mixed Singles’ A vigorous, hardy and easy to grow favorite that continues to appeal to so many gardeners who associate Hollyhocks with an earlier, less complicated era. Stately specimens can often be seen thriving on abandoned farm sites around New England. 6-7’ tall. Grows best and is less prone to hollyhock rust when given good, evenly moist soil in full sun.
Alcea rosea ‘Black Beauty’ Almost black, single flowers, the deepest black. 6-8ft. tall. Blooms Jkune-Sept.
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Alcea rugosa (Russian hollyhock) Large, single, pale yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves are produced on 6-7' stalks. Increasingly popular due to its classic form, soft yellow flowers and it’s possible resistance to hollyhock rust. Zone 3.
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Alchemilla (Lady's Mantle) Beautiful foliage plants with sprays of chartreuse flowers in spring/early summer. Prefers partial shade and moisture, with good drainage. Excellent groundcover and edging plant. Cut flowers add an airy effect to arrangements, and dry well.
alpina A diminutive form of the larger, more common garden forms, 5" tall x 20 "wide with bright green deeply lobed leaves and small sprays of yellow-green flowers carried 5-10" above the foliage from June thru Aug. Native to the mountains of Europe where it grow in rich, evenly moist soil, in sun. Striking when massed as a smaller groundcover, also excellently suited to rock gardens and troughs. Zone 3.
mollis Beautiful foliage plants with lovely, gray green, fan-shaped leaves that form an attractive 12" mound, and sprays of tiny chartreuse flowers that hover delicately, just above the leaves in spring/early summer. Flowers are good for cutting and make nice bouquet filliers and, they dry well. Prefers partial shade and moisture, with good drainage. Excellent groundcover, edging plant. Zone 3.
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Allium (Ornamental Onions) Actually bulbs, ornamental onions come in many colors and sizes. Our offerings range from the outrageously large to the diminutive. The foliage on some species goes dormant during or just after flowering, so planting "full-foliaged" plants next door will cover up any unsightly dying leaves.
aflatunense ‘Purple Sensation’ Dramatic 3" purple lilac spheres on 2-3' stems above basal foliage, blooms May June. A striking vertical accent as well as a fantastic cut flower. A member of the garlic family, alliums are rodent resistant and trouble free, asking only rich, well drained soil in full sun. Zone 4.
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aflatunense 'Gladiator' Spectacular, softball-size lilac-purple flowers bloom from late May into June on 3-4' stems. Foliage declines as flowering commences. Zone 5.
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lusitanicum ‘Summer Beauty’ New Large, clear pink globes carried well above the emerald green, grass-like foliage on 2-3' stems, July-August. A tidy, clumping, easy to grow perennial whose golf ball sized spheres contrast so nicely with the many daisy and spike type flowers so prevalent in summer. Grow in full sun with average, well drained soil. Zone 4.
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carinatum ssp. pulchellum Over time and unnoticed by staff this Allium increased in numbers and surprised us with the beautiful show you see in the picture. 15” tall, clumping, with golf ball sized amethyst globes for an extended time, starting in late summer. Self seeds enough to build a substantial community, also divides well,(a tough job if you don’t like the smell of onion!). We have it in front of Hemerocallis ‘Country Melody’ but there are no limits to its use in the sunny border. Easy to grow almost anywhere in full sun, providing a lot of garden bang for the buck!
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sphaerocephalon (Drumstick Allium) Dark maroon, beefy, cone-shaped flowers on strong thin stems, blooms mid summer. This Allium stands out in any garden, effortlessly drawing attention with its vibrant color and stiff vertical habit, and, it naturalize easily to become a welcome, permanent resident of the garden. 30" high. Zone 3.
thunbergii ‘Ozawa’ 12" stems carry clusters of bright purple flowers in fall over foliage that in the fall turns a glowing tawny orange. Grow in sun with good drainage. Zone 3.
Alstromeria
Amsonia Blue Ice’ Compact growing with deep lavender blue flowers blooming in spring. Longer blooming and stronger than the species,(A. montana?). 15in. tall mounds of dark green foliage transition to brilliant yellow in the fall. Zone 5.
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hubrichtii Thread-like leaves, with clusters of blue, star-shaped flowers in June-July. The soft, undulating light green foliage turns a beautiful orange/amber in Autumn. 4-5' tall, zone 5.
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tabernaemontana var. salicifolia A great plant that has it all: easy to grow, pretty pale blue starry flowers in May and June, and attractive willow-like foliage that turns a beautiful orange/gold in fall, 3' tall. Has ornamental appeal all season long with erect, clumping stems of delicate, wispy foliage as much at home in the formal garden as in more naturalized settings. Fall foliage color is spectacular, especially when plants are grouped in drifts. Plant in full sun in average, well drained soil. Zone 3.
Anemone crispa Striking, ruffled and crinkled foliage, with red-tinged edges. Blooms in late summer with single pink flowers similar to those of pink flowered Anemone x hybds., 20" tall. The attractive foliage lends ornamental interest all season and doubly so in late summer when it’s enhanced by elegant pink flowers. Grow in sun or part shade with evenly moist, well drained soil. Zone 5.
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Anemone Tomentosa 'Berkshire Charm' A fall blooming Anemone that has demonstrated reliable hardiness to zone 4. Grows to 40ins. tall and enlivens the fall border with large, single, pink flowers.
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tomentosa ‘Robustissima’ This 3ft. tall, branching, vigorous colonizer produces masses of pale pink flowers that dance on the midsummer and early fall wind. Zone 4
x hybrida (Japanese Anemone) Aristocrats of the late summer-early fall border, Japanese Anemones bloom in shades of white to rich pink, with flower forms from singles to semi-doubles and doubles, rising on stems 2-3' tall, well above the clumps of deep green foliage. Provide rich, organic soil, with good drainage, particularly in winter. Zone 5. Winter protection may not be necessary, but provides some peace of mind. These beauties are well worth any degree of fuss.
'Honorine Jobert' This compact Japanese hybrid produces 3-4’ graceful, branching stems bearing single, pure white blossoms, with yellow center stamens. Sept-Oct. Elegant, long-blooming and vigorous. Deer resistant. Zone 5.
‘Pink Saucer’ Elegant rose-pink, large, single flowers are gracefully carried atop 3ft. stems in late summer/fall. Blooms at least two weeks ahead of most other varieties. Grow in sun in rich, deep, well drained soil with reasonoble moisture or in part to heavier shade where moisture requirements are somewhat reduced. Long-lived and trouble free. Zone 5.
‘Pretty Lady Diana’ New
‘September Charm’
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ANGELICA gigas Curiouser and curiouser are these intriguing, extraterrestrial buds and flowers. 4-5in. wide, oxblood red, flat topped panicles emerge from large, exotic looking, horizontal buds, never failing to astonish and amaze no matter how often witnessed. The unique flower color and form bring excitment to even the tamest border. Blooms July - August. Grow in full sun in good to average, moist, but well drained soil. Zone 4.
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Anthemis ‘Susanna Mitchell’ A remarkably vigorous bloomer from England with prolific, daisy-shaped, creamy white flowers, with primrose yellow centers that bloom from late spring until late summer. Blooming is prolonged when plants are cut back midway through the season. Foliage is low, mounding, fern-like, gray-green in color. 15-24" tall. A cheerful, easy to grow, long blooming perennial for any full sun location. Zone 3.
Aquilegia (Columbine) Spring and early summer flowering. Prefers rich, moist soil in light shade; good drainage extends life. Columine are an important early source of nectar for returning hummingbirds. Unless otherwise noted, all cultivars are hardy to zone 3.
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canadensis The bright red lanterns of this native columbine never fail to delight when happened upon in their natural setting which, here in New England is just about anywhere from open, moist meadows to drier, shady glens. Self seeds prolifically, - the more the merrier of this little gem - and is said to be less appetizing to leaf minors than other columine. 18-24ins. tall. Completely hardy.
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canadensis 'Little Lanterns' A dwarf, brilliantly colored red and yellow version of our native, 10" high.
chrysantha ‘Yellow Queen’ Long-spurred, clear yellow flowers in May-June, 2-3' tall. These large, beautifully colored, classic columbine flowers make a mellow change from the newer, brightly colored, two-toned cultivars and can inpart a welcome degree of serenity to the partially shaded garden. Zone 4.
flabellata 'Ministar' Very appealing, low growing columbines that earn their place at the front to the border, or in the rock garden, with a stunning display of nearly standard sized bright indigo and white flowers flowers. Blooms May and June. 8ins. tall.
'Origami Series' A newer strain of columbine that we've really gotten to like. They are heavy flowering with large flowers in colors that are bright and sharply defined. Plants are well branched and grow to the perfect front to mid-border height of 18ins.
'Origami Blue and White' Dwarf selection with long-spurred flowers of deep blue outer petals and crisp white inner petals with a blue eye, 18".
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'Origami Red and White' Just like 'Origami Blue and White', but deep red instead of blue. Both are early flowering.
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‘Sunburst Ruby’ New Dark ruby, double blossoms that contrast beautifully with the bright gold foliage. Grows to 24" tall and is the perfect specimen to brighten any part to full shade garden.
vulgaris ‘Black Barlow’ A unique Columbine with dramatic, spherical, multi-pronged flowers that resemble small sea urchins, colored so deeply violet as to appear black. Originally developed as a cut flower, plants have sturdy, branched stems that present well in the garden both close up and from a distance, and in a vase as the focus of any arrangement. Zone 3.
vulgaris ‘Clementine Salmon-Rose’ One of a new and exciting series of Columbine with a clean, compact habit and upright flower stems that present the double, upward-facing flowers, bouquet-like, in the center of the tightly mounded foliage. Bloom is heavy and continuous from midspring into summer with large, fully double, salmon colored flowers that are intriguing for their departure form the familiar Columbine form.
Arabis blepharophylla ‘Rose Delight’ A bright, cushion of vivid, rose colored flowers in early spring with low, dense mounds of floiage packed, petal to petal, with cheery, ¾" rose-pink flowers for many weeks in early spring. Foliage mounds to 6" high by 12-18"wide forming a tight hummock of pleasing, blue-green, leaves providing a soft, green launching pad for the avalanche of flowers that bloom just above the foliage. A very welcome sight in early spring. Perfectly suited for the rock garden or any crevice between stones where it pairs beautifully with Aurinia (Basket of Gold) 'Summit', Iberis, any of the trailing Campanula and even Phlox subulata. Heat and drought tolerant. Poorly drained sites should be avoiled. Full sun. Zone 4.
Armeria (Thrift) Another gem for the rock garden or the front of the border. Foliage resembles tidy clumps of grass, from the depths of which appear armies of carmine, pea-sized buds that burst open to melon ball-sized, fluffy, pink globes held just above the foliage on wiry stems. Tolerant of poor, even saline soil conditions. While some plants may suffer from familiarity, such is not the case for me with this little beauty. I like it just as much now as I did when I first saw it twenty five years ago. Zone 4.
maritima ‘Armata Rose’ An improved selection of thrift with brighter, rosy red flowers and cleaner foliage. Forms very dense, grass-like mounds out of which arise short stems carrying 1" wide, domed, almost ball-shaped, flower clusters. Overall height is 4-6" with a tight spread of 12" or more. Flowers are produced in great quanties carried above the foliage on short stems that seem to appear magically from the depths of the very dense foliage. Blooms lasts for many weeks, starting in mid May and continuing well into June. Very adaptable, happy in a range of soils from poor to rich, though requires good drainage wherever it's planted. Full sun. One of the best rock garden type plants, also effective at the front of the mixed border and anywhere that it can be wedged between stones. Also nice in containers. Very appealing. Zone 4.
maritima 'Rubrifolia' Purplish red, grass-like foliage an a profusion of rosy pink flowers in April and May. 8ins. tall.
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ARTEMISIA Outstanding foliage plants, mostly silver, that make excellent foils for both hot and cool colors. With the exception of A. lactiflora, Artemisias love hot, sunny sites with good drainage.
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arborescens 'Powis Castle' A 30in. soft mound of fine, gray-green , feathery foliage. Requires good drainage in full sun. A terrific foil for almost any sun loving, flowering perennial. We use it a lot and it always looks great. I especially like it for those times when I'm in a hurry and out of inspiration. Stick one of these babies in and you're done! Zone 6.
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schmidtiana 'Nana' Strictly a foliage plant, but what foliage! Its compact mound of fine textured, glistening silver foliage is cherished by gardeners every where. At 6" tall by 10" wide its perfect for inserting between rocks at the front of borders, for edging walks, for adding texture and contrast to herb gardens and for mixed container plantings. Its two main requirements are hot, full sun and average, well-drained ,(dry), soil. If during the heat and humidity of summer plants should "open up" in the center, just gather up the foliage and cut it off at ground level. In a very short time you'll have fresh new growth to see you through the rest of the season.
ARUNCUS (Goatsbeard) Goatsbeard can make spectacular specimens, attaining shrub-size (with the exception of A. aethusifolius, the most petite and refined species of the genus) in relatively short order. Even moisture is key, so afternoon shade is generally appreciated in most sites. 
aethusifolius A miniature Goatsbeard forming a tight, low mound of crisp, mint-green foliage, 8-10” tall by 2’ wide. In mid-spring, appropriately miniature and very appealing, creamy-white panicles overspread the tight foliage mounds. Suitable for the the rock garden and the front of the partially shaded border. Zone 3.
dioicus A large, imposing plant, 3-5’ tall with creamy white, Astilbe-like plumes, June-July. Looks like a giant Astilbe and should be treated like one by being given rich, evenly moist, well-drained soil in sun or shade. This is a large stately plant, a heavy hitter that establishes a strong presence at the back of the shade border.
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'Misty Lace' A cross of A. aesthusifolius and A. dioicus that shows excellent tolerance of heat, humidity and cold and has a nice, compact habit, growing 30ins. tall by 24ins. wide. Attractive cream plumes bloom on deep red stems in late spring into summer. The more I see of this plant the more I ljke it. What impresses me most are its sharp, clear lines, especially the unyielding, vertical flower stems that carry just enough bloom, neither too much nor too little. New in ‘09’. Zone 4.
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sinensis ‘Child of Two Worlds’ A compact variety of goat’s beard that grows to around 30" tall with dark green, astilbe-like leaves from which arise sturdy flower stalks carrying dense, 7" long, creamy-white, drooping panicles in late spring. Creates a dramatic presence at the back of the shade garden when in bloom. Best in afternoon to full shade with rich, reasonably moist soil. Zone 3.
x ‘Horatio’ New A cross of A. aethusifolius and A. dioicus with a sturdy, shrub-like appearance, finely dissected foliage and narrow, cream colored flower spikes that bloom on bronzed stems. Flowers take on a unique, two-tone character as they pass into the past bloom stage, adding to the ornamental value. Plants strike a solid pose in the part to full shade garden where the delicate foliage contrasts so effectively with hosta, Astilboides tabularis and Darmera. Rich soil that remains reasonably moist in part to full shade. Consistent moisture is required when plants are used in full sun. 40" high and wide, Zone 4.
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ASARUM europaeum (European Ginger) Dark green, rounded, glossy leaves form tight clumps, 3-4ins high by 12ins. wide. Increases at a slow to moderate rate. Elegant and choice. Zone 4.
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Asclepias purpurascens 3-4in. wide, purple-pink flower heads on 3ft. upright stems, May-July. Foliage is long, narrow and plants have a refinement that meets the standard for use in the mixed perennial border. A big favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds, native. Grow in sun, in average, well drained soil. Zone 3.
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Asclepias tuberosa, (Butterfly Flower) Showy orange flower heads in summer, 2', outstanding wildflower. Requires well drained soil, tolerates poor, dry conditions and drought. Zone 4.
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Asclepias tuberosa ‘Hello Yellow’ Brilliant yellow flowers appear on 24in. sturdy stems mid to late summer. Both flowers and pods are excellent in arrangements.
Aster alpinus ‘Dark Beauty’ Aster alpinus is a cute, short, front-border, spring blooming aster with large, 2½" wide, dark purple, full, thickly petaled flowers with yellow centers, carried on 8-12" stems. Bloom is prolific and the abundant flowers, attractively displayed above rosettes of deep green foliage, create an eye-catching spot of color in spring. Blooms May-June. It's always nice when an especially showy plant is also an easy one to grow. Such is the case with Aster alpinus. Adapted to harsh alpine conditions, this little gem actually does better without a lot of fuss. Just provide a spot in full sun with average soil,(not rich), that's well drained. Good drainage is important. Zone 3.
ericoides ‘Schneegitter’ Forms a low mat of fine-textured foliage only 4ins. tall but with a spread of 3ft. or more. In fall, the stems are completely covered with tiny, 1/2in., white flowers that are not only beautiful, but also serve as a food source for butterflies at a time of year when many flowers are far past bloom. Definite groundcover possibilities, front of the border and rock garden use and excellent subjects for draping over walls. Grow in sun, in average, moist but well drained soil. Foliage has good mildew resistance. Zone 5.
laevis ‘Blue Bird’ Large, clusters of single, 1" or more wide, violet-blue flowers with golden centers, carried atop sturdy, non-flopping stems in Sept.-October. Almost as welcome as the flowers is the smooth, deep green and clean foliage that exhibits oustanding disease resistance. 3-4' tall with a upright, vase-shaped habit. Native from Maine to Georgea and points west, and adapted to lightly shaded areas with average, dryish soil, however, in the garden, plants respond with enthusiam to sun and rich, moist but well drained soil. Zone 4.
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novae angliae 'Alma Potschke’ 3-4ft. plants with stunning, rose-pink flowers from August into fall. This is a large plant that will become ungainly if left to go its own way. We recommend, and always administer here at the nursery, either a one time, decisive cutting back of the whole plant, or a series of pinchings which should not continue beyond the beginning of July.
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novae-angliae ‘Marina Wolkonsky’ Sprays of deep, violet blue flowers in August on 36-48in. stems. An intense, luscious new color on this mildew resistant New England Aster. Zone 3.
- novae angliae ‘Purple Dome’ 1½ in purple daisies on low 15-18in. stems, Sept.-Oct. Combines nicely with Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’. Mildew and rust resistant. Zone 3.
novi-belgii ‘Winston Churchill’ 36" stems bear deep red daisies in fall. Zone 3.
novi-belgii ‘Woods Purple’ This aster boasts a compact habit and exceptional disease resistance, not to mention the abundant rich purple, yellow-centered flowers in Aug.-Sept. 2' high. Butterflies love them but deer are repulsed. Zone 3.
oblongifolius ‘Raydon’s Favorite’ Medium blue, fine textured flowers cover every inch of this aster in September & October Very undemanding in average soil with full sun, tolerates dryer locations. 3' tall with an inclination to gradually widen. Clumps are easily returned to a reasonable size through spring crown division using a garden spade, or, my favorite new tool, a 10lb. fiberglass-handled mattock. Zone 3.
x frikartii ‘Monch’ Lovely, deep blue daisies with yellow centers, bloom all summer. One of the longest blooming perennials. May last for only one season, but it more than earns its keep during that one season with the bountiful production of beautiful blue daisies. 12-18ins. high. Easy in sun, in good, well drained soil. If all else fails, Aster x frikartii and Rudbeckia hirta,(Gloriosa Daisy), will get you through the season!
ASTILBE Astilbes are hard to beat for the flare and shear abundance of their brightly colored plumes. Plant them in sun where moisture is plentiful, otherwise part shade is recommended where they'll do better with less water. Depending on variety, bloom can be had from spring into mid summer. Older plants can be lifted and divided in mid summer without skipping a beat. This is a perennial that has it all - wonderful bloom, excellent foliage and ease of propagation.
‘Bridal Veil’ Thick, feathery, white plumes in late spring on 18ins. stems. Attractive, lacy foliage. Zone 3.
chinensis ‘Visions’ Astilbes are hard to beat for the flare and shear abundance of their brightly colored plumes. Plant them in sun where moisture is plentiful, otherwise part shade is recommended where they'll do better with less water. Depending on variety, bloom can be had from spring into mid summer. Older plants can be lifted and divided in mid summer without skipping a beat. This is a perennial that has it all - wonderful bloom, excellent foliage and ease of propagation. Fragrant, vibrant, raspberry-red upright plumes in July-Aug. Compact grower with bronze-green foliage and 15" stems. Highly recommended!
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chinensis 'Visions in Red' Vibrant, pinkish red flowers opening from deep red buds. The bronze/green foliage contrasts nicely with the red stems. 15ins. high. Blooms early summer.
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chinensis ‘Visions in White’ Soft white plumes bloom May-July above lacy, deep green foliage. Grows 20-30” tall with a sturdy, upright habit and exhibits the same exceptional garden performance as the other members of the ‘Vision’ series.
‘Delft Lace’ An outstanding Astilbe with exceptionally attractive flowers and foliage. In mid July, just when many other Astilbies are beginning to fade, ‘Delft Lace’ is just coming into full bloom. Red stems carry panicles of deep salmon pink buds which open to soft apricot pink flowers. Forms a robust clump of lacy, deep blue-green, glossy foliage which displays burgundy fall color. 2-3’ tall. Its later bloom provides a dash of color to gardens that may be too heavily focused on spring bloom.
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‘Montgomery’ Dark, intensely red, generously fluffed out plumes on lower, 20in. stems. Blooms June-July.
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Short and Sweet Series, ‘Fireberry’ New Dwarf mounds of raspberry-pink flowers over short, compact plants give the whole plant an adorable, compact appearance. Probably the smallest arendsiii type. Only 1' tall.
Short and Sweet Series, ‘Sugarberry’ Petite plants with soft pink, triangular plumes tightly clustered above delicate, lacy foliage. Only 1' tall, perfect for the front of the border, in sun with consistent moisture, or, in part shade where drier is tolerated. Blooms for many weeks starting in early summer. Zone 4.
simplicifolia ‘Sprite’ A dwarf astilbe with shell-pink flowers in gracefully drooping panicles carried on strong, wiry stems. Foliage is highly ornamental, glossy, dark green and deeply toothed to the point of resembling a miniature version of the leaves of Japanese Cut-leafed Maples. 12-15" tall. Blooms mid to late summer. Zone 4.
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thunbergii 'Straussenfeder',('Ostrich Feather') Tall, gracefully drooping, salmon-pink plumes in June -July. A special, distinctive Astilbe that we're happy to be offering after a lapse of several years.
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Younique Series, ‘Cerise’ New Younique Series Astilbies are characterized by higher flower counts and compact foliage. 'Cerise' is even more compact than most and has cherry red buds that open to hot pink flowers. Creates a big, flashy impact for such a little plant. Really effective in larger groupings. Grow in sun in rich, organic soil with consistent moisture.
Younique Series, ‘Silver Pink’ Younique Series Astilbies are characterized by higher flower counts and compact foliage. 'Silvery Pink' has soft pink, fragrant, triangular plumes, 1½-2' tall, begins blooming in early summer and continues for many weeks. Zone 4.
Astilboides (Rodgersia) tabularis Large, rounded, dark green leaves up to 3' across! Very architectural and fanciful. Creamy white, astilbe-like flower plumes are carried above the leaves in June-July but the eye-catching feature of this plant is the foliage. Grows 3' high and wide. Requires rich, organic soil that's evenly moist but not soggy. Part to heavier shade is where they're usually sited but sun is ok as long as the soil remains consistently moist. An excellent choice for pond or stream side planting. Always dramatic and attention-getting and very effective combined with plants of contrasting texture such as Variegated Solomon's Seal, burgundy leaved Cimicifuga, and Japanese Silver Painted Ferns. Zones 5-7.
Astrantia (Masterwort) Astrantias prefer moist, partially shady areas with abundant organic matter. The showy flower heads are surrounded by a "collar" of bracts, creating a star-like effect. Very long-blooming and long-lasting as cut flowers.
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Astrantia major ‘Florence’ An exceptionally long bloomer with lavender-pink flowers blooming June-Sept. on plants 3-4ft. tall. Indispensable in the partially shaded garden as it is one of the few summer-blooming, shade tolerant perennials. Sun to part with reasonably moist soil. Zone 4.
major ‘Princess Sturdza’ New Exceptionally large, white, pin-cushion flowers with green tips at the ends of the petals. The conspicuously larger flower size grabs attention and creates quite a stir in the part-shade garden, June-July and sometimes into August. Zone 4.
major ‘Roma’ A long blooming, vigorous variety with large, silver-pink flower heads with deep pink centers, June-Sept. 24ins. tall. All masterworts make excellent cut flowers. Zone 4.
major ‘Venice’ As spectacular as the city it was named for, this new masterwort entices with gorgeous, rich burgundy flowers from spring through summer on strong, 22in. stems over rich green foliage. Sun to part shade with reasonably moist soil. Zone 4.
Aubrieta Axcent ‘Blue/White Eye’ New Low, spreading, 6" high foliage mats covered with deep, violet-blue flowers with white eyes in April and May. When in bloom, flowers entirely cover the foliage creating a fantastic display. Easy to grow, undemanding plants, suited to sunny areas with average, even poor soil with a neutral or higher pH. Hard pruning after flowering will keep the foliage mat from becoming open and scraggly and will promote renewed flowering. A premire rock garden plant. Also looks great drapping from walls and at the front of sharply drained borders. Zone 3.
Aurinia (Formerly Alyssum) (Basket of Gold) Great for edging, rock gardens, rock walls. Gray-green foliage spread readily into mats, which positively glow when in flower. Needs excellent drainage. Cut back after flowering. Hardy to zone 3.
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saxatilis ‘Summit’ Compact growing and much longer blooming than other selections. Thrives in hot sun and poor to average, well drained soil making it the perfect candidate for rock gardens, for the tops of retaining walls and for the very front of the mixed border where its early, bright yellow flowers will get spring started with a bang!
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