Spring bulbs
Coral Drops The Coral Drops, 'Bessera Elegans', is an Heirloom (1830) plant that produces up to 30 rich coral-red flowers which are accented by white stripes and scarlet-red midrib. The thin leaves spread out on the ground and the wiry stems produce fuchsia-like flowers. This plant prefers well-drained, sandy soil. This plant blooms in July and is hardy in zones 8-10.
Peony Tree Shimane Island Collection These Tree Peonies display huge, ruffled, satin-like flowers that are super hardy! Every garden needs a tree peony. Fortunately for us, tree peonies are now slightly more available. There are very few plants that can compete with a tree peony in full bloom. A mature plant can have in excess of a hundred flowers and these can be 10" or more across! The flowers range in color from maroon, crimson, scarlet, various shades of pink, to pure white. There are also tree peonies with yellow or purple flowers. The Chinese refer to the tree peony as 'Moutan'.
Crocosmia Lucifer The Crocosmia Lucifer, 'Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora', a spring planted corm, produces beautiful red flowers. The flowers are very showy, and they make great cut flowers. The Crocosmia is also commonly known as Monbretia. Crocosmias are clump forming and bloom best in crowded conditions. This plant has attractive foliage.
Daylily Stella De Oro With dark green foliage, this daylily will reach a height of 12” and a plant spread of 12-24”. It has been named Perennial of the Year. ‘Stella de Oro’ will bloom from May through July, with outstanding color and a definite re-bloomer, more than any in its family. ‘Stella de Oro’ prefers a full sun area that is well-drained. Use for cut flowers, massing, edging, borders or in mixed containers and tubs.
Gladiolus Blue Isle The Blue Isle, 'Gladiolus Blue Isle', a spring planted corm, exhibits magnificent dark blue flowers with a light blue heart. Gladiolas are also commonly called Sword Lily or Corn Flag. Plant in groups of six or more in the garden, or grow lots of them for cuttings in a bed. To extend the time of flower availability of your Glads, plant in two week intervals from early spring through June. Glads are easy to grow and like to be in full sun and in well drained soil. Increase water and fertility when flowers begin to develop, then plant 4" deep in clay soils, 6" deep in others; the deeper the planting the less need for staking.
Crocosmia Emily Mckenzie The Crocosmia Emily McKenzie, 'Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora emily mckenzie', a spring planted corm, produces beautiful orange flowers with red centers. The flowers are very showy, and they make great cut flowers. The Crocosmia is also commonly known as Monbretia. Crocosmias are clump forming and bloom best in crowded conditions. This plant has attractive foliage.
Crocosmia George Davidson The Crocosmia is also commonly known as Monbretia. Crocosmias are clump forming and bloom best in crowded conditions. Hummingbirds flock to their blooms.
Gladiolus Cheops Gladiolus are also commonly called Sword Lily or Corn Flag. Plant in groups of six or more in the garden, or grow lots of them for cuttings in a bed. To extend the time of flower availability of your Glads, plant in two week intervals from early spring through June.
Astilbe Visions In Pink The Astilbe Chinensis Visions in Pink PP#118, 'Astilbe Chinensis', has clear raspberry pink plumes that light up shady garden spaces in spring. Drifts of this Astilbe are stunning when paired with other white blooming shade plants like Japanese Orchids or Peonies. Mass astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens for maximum color and impact.
Astilbe Visions In Red Astilbe is admired for its attractive foliage and elegant flower plumes. These spring blooming beauties are ideal for borders, containers, and gardens on the edge of woodlands. Mass astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens for maximum color and impact.
Astilbe Visions In White Throughout the summer lacy deep green foliage adds ferny texture to garden beds long after the blooms have faded.
Canna Taney In late summer large apricot flowers open and fade to orange and yellow tones.
Fuchsia Hardy Madame Cornelissen This vigorous, hardy fuchsia performs best in a partially shady site, protected from cold, drying winds.
Fuchsia Hardy Ricartonii If you love Fuchsia in hanging baskets, then you'll adore this plant.
