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Developed from a native North American wildflower, this is an important source of food for Monarch Butterflies. Forms an upright clump of narrow green leaves, bearing showy clusters flowers in mid to late summer that is sure to attract butterflies.
The seed pods that follow are sometimes used in dried arrangements — pick and dry these while still green. Very late to come up in the spring, so mark the spot by planting daffodils or other companion bulbs.Â
For best growth plant in well-drained sandy soil.Â
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Height:Â 30"
Width:Â 24"
Zone: 4
Photos and data courtesy of Van Noort Bulb -Â http://www.vannoortbulb.com
This heart-leafed Bergenia is compact and hardy. In the summer it blooms larger and more colourful than any other Bergenia variety. A compact and clump-forming evergreen, the  leaves go from a dark green in summer to a deep ruby-red in the fall.Â
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Mature Size:
- Height: 12 - 24"
- Width: 12 - 24"
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Image Courtesy of Ball Seed Company
Textured and bright foliage, the plants form a mound of rounded, velvety soft olive-green leaves, which catch and hold water drops and sparkle in the sun. Makes for good edging shrub and sprays of chartreuse flowers are a nice filler for cut arrangements. An easy-care perennial.
Plants should be sheared back after blooming to rejuvenate the leaves and generally tidy the clumps up for the remainder of the growing season. May be divided in spring or early fall. Often self seeds around the garden.Â
Light Requirement: Full to Part Sun
Flowering Season: Early Summer
Mature Size:
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Height:Â 15"
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Spread:Â 30"
Zone: 3Â
Photos and Data Courtesy of Vanstone Nurseries
Low ground cover with tight flower like foliage that is neat, attractive foliage with a web like cover. Wonderful in the rock garden, along walkways or cascading over stone walls. Easy to maintain. Thrives in hot, dry locations. .
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Flowering Season: Late Summer
Mature Size:
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Height: 6"
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Spread: 10"
Zone: 3A
Very hardy and easy to grow classic garden flower. After blooming trim off dead heads and enjoy a lovely deep foliage shrub throughout the summer.
This plant will look best grown with a peony cage by the 2nd or 3rd year.
Ants are attracted to a sweet nectar on the buds of the peony plant but do not harm them in any way.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Height: 2 - 3'
Width:Â 2 - 3'
Zone: 3
Photos courtesy of Van Noort Bulb Co. & Florissa.Â
Very hardy and easy to grow classic garden flower. After blooming trim off dead heads and enjoy a lovely deep foliage shrub throughout the summer. This plant will look best grown with a peony cage by the 2nd or 3rd year.
 Ants are attracted to a sweet nectar on the buds of the peony plant but do not harm them in any way.
Light Requirement: Full SunÂ
Mature Size:
- Height: 24 - 36"
- Width: 24-36"
Zone: 3
Photo and data courtesy of Van Noort Bulb Co. & Florissa.
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Rudbeckia laciniata 'Herbstsonne' is a substantial plant ideally suited for the rear of a perennial bed. It blooms in late summer, offering an extended display of vibrant yellow hues. Distinguishing itself from ordinary yellow daisies, it boasts large, distinctive petals that flare gracefully backward.
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Mature Size:
- Height: 48 - 72"
- Width: 36 - 60"
Zone: 3
Photos courtesy of Van Noort Bulb Co. & Florissa.
Bee balm is a classic American native and cottage garden favorite, it's beloved by gardeners not only for its beautiful whorled blooms in red, pink, purple and white; but for the evocative fragrance given off by foliage warmed by the sun or touched by the gardener.
And it’s just as beloved by wildlife as it is by gardeners. Plant bee balm and you can be sure of the attention of hummingbirds and bees in the summer and by seed-loving finches in the winter. It’s an all-around garden winner that provides so much for so little effort.
This herb that can be harvested for making tea. Pick the leaves just before blooming and dry completely for the best flavour. Â
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Mature Size:
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Height: 36"
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Width:Â 18"
Zone: 3
Photos courtesy of Bellwyck Horticulture & Aubin Nursery
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Siberian Iris have masses of beautiful flag-like flowers in late spring, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its sword-like leaves remain green in colour throughout the season.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Mature Size:
- Height: 24 - 28"
- Width: 18 - 24"
Zone: 3
Photos courtesy of Jeffries Nursery
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Summer Phlox is very popular for its midsummer display in the sunny border. This selection produces large, fragrant flower clusters. Attractive to butterflies. Excellent cut flower. Flowering is always best in a sunny location. Easy to grow and mildew resistant although Summer Phlox always benefit from a location that provides good air circulation and consistent soil moisture. Drought tolerant. Excellent for containers or in the border. Remove faded flowers to encourage more buds to form.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Height: 12"
Width:Â 8"
Zone: 3
Photo and data courtesy of Aubin Nursery and Bellwyck Horticolor.
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Moss Phlox forms a low mound or cushion smothered by tiny flowers in late spring. Clip plants immediately after blooming to encourage a dense habit. Wonderful in the sunny rock garden, for edging, or in mixed containers. Requires good drainage. Drought tolerant, once established.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Height:Â 6"
Width: 18"
Zone: 2
Photo and data courtesy of Aubin Nursery and Bellwyck Horticolor.
Moss Phlox forms a low mound or cushion smothered by tiny flowers in late spring. Clip plants immediately after blooming to encourage a dense habit. Wonderful in the sunny rock garden, for edging, or in mixed containers. Requires good drainage. Drought tolerant, once established.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Height:Â 6"
Width: 18"
Zone: 2
Photo and data courtesy of Aubin Nursery and Bellwyck Horticolor.
This Flowering groundcover has a clumping habit and is commonly used in borders and rock gardens.
Plants form a mound of deep greens to black leaves, bearing showy spikes of flowers in mid to late spring. Excellent for combining with spring-flowering bulbs.Â
Performs well in pots or mixed containers. Easily divided in spring or early fall.
Light Requirement: Full Shade, Partial Shade and Full Sun
Mature Size:
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Height: 6"
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Width: 20"
Zone: 3
Photos courtesy of Bellwyck Horticultural
The Northern Exposure coral bells are among the hardiest available. This clump-forming perennial forms a dense mound of colourful round leaves with spikes of bell-shaped flowers. Excellent for borders or edging.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Full Shade
Mature Size:
- Height: 14"
- Width: 20"
Zone: 3
Photos and Data Courtesy ofÂ
 This is one of the most floriferous Baptisia we offer, producing loads of brightly colored spikes for many weeks. After the blooming season, 'American Goldfinch' produces attractive round seed pods in the fall. This is the perfect specimen for filling in a large space in your garden or for mass plantings in landscapes.
image courtesy of Ball Horticultural CompanyÂ
The Northern Exposure coral bells are among the hardiest available. This clump-forming perennial forms a dense mound of colourful round leaves with spikes of bell-shaped flowers. Excellent for borders or edging.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Full Shade
Mature Size:
- Height: 14"
- Width: 20"
Zone: 3
Photos and Data Courtesy of Vanstone Nursery
The Northern Exposure coral bells are among the hardiest available. This clump-forming perennial forms a dense mound of colourful round leaves with spikes of bell-shaped flowers. Excellent for borders or edging.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Full Shade
Mature Size:
- Height: 14"
- Width: 20"
Zone: 3
Photos and Data Courtesy of Vanstone Nursery
This majestic larger fern has long, arching fronds. The crested and forked tips of each zesty green leaflet create a unique ruffled texture. Tolerant of some sun and drought once established, this energetic fern has the potential to liven up more challenging areas in the garden. Â
Image courtesy of Iseli Nursery
Dryopteris affinis ‘Cristata-The King’
- Garden Size: 2-4′
- Deciduous
- Hardiness Zone: 4
- Clumping
- Green Foliage
- Shade
