Astilbe – Fanal

Red Flowers Above Lacy Bronze Foliage The Astilbe ‘Fanal’, Astilbe arendsii, is a colorful feathery flower with deep red blooms and lacy deep green or bronze-green foliage. The foliage in spring is mahogany, but as autumn approaches, the blooms turn to shades of brown that look wonderful in winter snowscapes. The flowers contrast wonderfully with the dark green glossy foliage.  Astilbe ‘Fanal’ blooms in midsummer and is 24” tall and a plant width of 18-24”.  Do not allow Astilbe ‘Fanal’ to dry out. ‘Fanal’ is most successfully grown in a shady area but can tolerate some morning sun.  A moist, well-drained area is a key factor for growing a healthy plant. In order to keep Astilbe looking good for the next year, do not cut it back in the winter, (the old foliage helps protect the plant from winter damage), but prune in early spring. Astilbe is considered to be deer resistant and will attract hummingbirds.  Use ‘Fanal’ Astilbe as beautiful cut flowers for a grand bouquet!   Plant it in perennial borders or shade gardens with hosta’s and ferns. You will be pleased with the results! *Red Blooms Above Lacy Dark Green Foliage *Blooms Mid Summer *Deer and Rabbit Resistant

Astilbe – Delft Lace

Pink Flowers Above Blue Green Foliage Astilbe Delft Lace, Astilbe ‘Delft Lace’ PPAF, will brighten up your landscape with its beautiful lacy foliage. The waxy foliage is a deep blue-green with a light silver overlay that gives it a unique look, and added excitement, as a seasonal garden player. This new variety is reported to have more attractive foliage and stronger flower stems than ‘Peach Blossom’.   Its bright-red stems rise above blue-green leaves, holding plumes of apricot-pink flowers trimmed with deep salmon pink buds. Astilbes are long-lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun.  They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically there. Though they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement–lots of water.  Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in the sun. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before flowering starts.  Wait to cut back the old foliage until spring; it will help protect the plant from winter damage. If the flowers are picked when half open, the blooms are useful for cutting and make gorgeous bouquets. The more sun this rugged and beautiful plant gets, the darker the foliage!  Plant ‘Delft Lace’ where everyone can enjoy its brilliant colors! *Unique Blue Green Lacy Foliage *Red Stems and Pink Flowers *Deer and Rabbit Resistant

Astilbe – Maggie Daley

Late Summer Blooming Astilbe Astilbe Maggie Daley, Astilbe chinensis ‘Maggie Daley’, displays a profusion of showy spikes of lavender-purple panicles in mid to late summer. The fuzzy flowers are full and packed closely together.  They resemble a bouquet as they sit on top of shiny, bronze-green foliage.   ‘Maggie Daley’ blooms later than other astilbes and grows best in rich soil that is consistently moist. Astilbes are long-lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun.  They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically. ‘Maggie Daley’ is a robust and somewhat drought resistant plant that is similar to Astilbe ‘Visions’. Though they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement–lots of water.  The plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in the sun. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before flowering starts. Wait to cut back the old foliage until spring; it will help protect the plant from winter damage. Maggie Daley is an excellent perennial for lightly shaded areas.  Plant this dense, vigorous growing plant for additional color in the lightly shaded area of your garden. *Blooms Mid to Late Summer *Purple Fuzzy Full Blooms

Astilbe – Visions in Red

Red Plumes Over Bronze Foliage The Astilbe Chinensis Visions in Red PP#119, ‘Chinensis Visions’, produces large rusty maroon red flowers that are tinted with a faint rosy tone that is ever-changing as the flower plume matures throughout the summer.   The ‘Visions in Red’ plumes offer a striking contrast against the lacy, bronze-green foliage.  These mid summer blooming beauties are ideal for borders, containers, and gardens on the edge of woodlands. Astilbe is admired for its attractive foliage and elegant flower plumes.  The summer lacy bronze green foliage adds a ferny texture to garden beds long after the blooms have faded. For maximum color and impact, mass ‘Red Visions’ astilbe in groups in partly to fullly shaded gardens. Astilbe needs well drained, but moist and highly organic soil; humusy forest gardens are a perfect example of where these plants will thrive. This Astilbe will tolerant full sun in cooler climates and attracts butterflies and humingbirds, but is disease, deer, and rabbit resistant. Drifts of this ‘Visions in Red’ Astilbe are stunning as the deep red buds open into purplish-red plumes.  Pair with other mid summer blooming shade plants like Japanese Orchids, summer blooming Astilbes, or annuals. *Large, Dense, Red Plumes in Mid Summer *Lacy Bronze Green Foliage *Attracts Hummingbirds and Butterflies, but is Deer and Rabbit Resistant

Astilbe – Visions in White

Red Plumes Over Bronze Foliage The Astilbe Chinensis Visions in White, ‘Astilbe Chinensis PPAF’, produces a mulitude of large, fragrant, soft, white, triangular flowers that float above bronze green foliage for weeks. The ‘Visions in White’ is a robust plant with  linen white plumes that offer a striking contrast against the mound of glossy, dark bronze green, lacy foliage.   These mid summer blooming beauties are also ideal for containers, and gardens on the edge of woodlands.  For maximum color and impact, mass astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens. They are heat tolerant and will bloom until late summer, attracting butterfiles and hummingbirds. Astilbe needs well drained, but moist and highly organic soil; humusy forest gardens are a perfect example of where these plants will thrive, but these will tolerant drier soils than other Astilbes.  They are diease, deer and rabbit resistant. The bright clear fragrant flowers reflect dappled sunlight in gardens for a dazzling effect.  Drifts of this ‘Visions in White’ Astilbe are stunning and add an elegantly refined display in the landscape! *Prolific Dense White Plumes *Blooms Mid Summer Through Fall *Attracts Hummingbirds and Butterflies, but is Deer and Rabbit Resistant

Astilbe – Color Flash

Color Changing Leaves on Shady Plant Astilbe Color Flash (False Spirea), Astilbe x arendsii ‘Color Flash’, has a stunning new contrast of foliage colors! The deeply cut ferny leaves start off bright lime green, and then mature to a rich burgundy purple to a bronze color.  All foliage colors are present on each plant since the leaves come out in different stages!   ‘Color Flash’ displays striking pink plumes that grow upright to about 10 inches above the plant. This astilbe would make a great new addition to your part shade garden.  For a brilliant and colorful effect plant them in masses; use also in borders or containers. It is best to apply a thick layer of mulch around the root zone over the growing season to conserve soil moisture; since it prefers moisture, water regularly for abundant flowers and nice foliage. The multi-colored foliage is deer and rabbit resistant; attracts butterflies. ‘Color Flash’ is a “must have” because of its long blooming period, great color, attractive foliage, and low, low maintenance! *Pink Plumes in Spring *Color Changing Ferny Leaves *Deer and Rabbit Resistant

Astilbe – Radius

Red Plumes From Red Foliage Astilbe Radius, Astilbe ‘Radius’, is an outstanding new hybrid that starts showing off in the spring when the foliage emerges dark red, and then matures to dark green. Astilbe ‘Radius’ blooms profusely in midsummer when the dark red flowers buds open to deep rose-red plumes that butterflies and hummingbirds love. Radius is perfect for ‘lifting’ shady areas. Deadheading will not increase blooms, so leave the dried seed heads to provide late season interest. Cut back hard in spring. Radius blooms are slightly fragrant and makes a great cut flower. Astilbes are long-lived perennials that are most comfortable when grown in rich soil and light shade to filtered sun. They will grow in full shade, but will not bloom as prolifically there. Though they are easy to grow, Astilbes have one critical requirement–lots of water. Plants must have consistently moist soil; dryness leads to a quick demise, especially in the sun. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before flowering starts. Wait to cut back the old foliage until spring; it will help protect the plant from winter damage. They are deer and rabbit resistant. *Red Foliage Matures to Green *Mid Summer Red Plumes *Attracts Butterflies, Resists Rabbits and Deer

Begonia – Dragon Wing Red

The Begonia Dragon Wing Red, ‘Begonia x hybrida’, is a beautiful shade plant growing up to 15 inches tall with a a spread of up to 18 inches. Dragon Wing Pink Begonias perform very well in the landscape with excellent heat tolerance and garden performance. Dragon Wing Pink is part of a new series that is very heat tolerant and has wing-like, glossy green leaves. It’s an excellent companion with other annuals in containers and hanging baskets. The Dragon Wing works great in full sun but the look in partial shade is absolutely awesome. These plants bloom almost constantly and have angel-wing shaped, dark green leaves that are spectacularly glossy with huge panicles of red flowers hanging down. This plant is ideal for hanging baskets on the front porch or in large containers. Begonia Dragon Wings prefer planting beds that are well drained and organic-rich.

Astilbe – Peach Blossom

Full Pink Spring Blooms The Astilbe ‘Peach Blossom’, is a brilliant pink and quite the handsome plant for the perennial border. It produces masses of full pink feathery flower plumes and has fern like lacy dark green foliage. Astilbe is admired for its attractive foliage and elegant flower plumes, attracting butterfiles and hummingbirds. These spring blooming beauties are ideal for borders, containers, and gardens on the edge of woodlands. Throughout the summer, lacy deep green foliage adds ferny texture to garden beds long after the blooms have faded. You can plant astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens for maximum color and impact. Astilbe needs well drained, but moist and highly organic soil; humusy forest gardens are a perfect example of where these plants will thrive. This is one of the most drought tolerant astilbe. It is also disease, deer and rabbit resistant. *Full Pink Blooms in the Spring *Attracts Hummingbirds and Butterflies *Deer and Rabbit Resistant

Anemone – Pretty Lady Diana

Late-Blooming, Compact Perennial with Outstanding Flowers The Pretty Lady Diana is a late-blooming perennial with outstanding floral color. These anemone plants would look great as a border at the front of your flower garden or as container plantings on your patio. For late season color in your yard, the Pretty Lady Diana can’t be beat! The green foliage brightens up the spring landscape long before the flowers appear.Two-inch flowers bloom profusely from mid-summer to fall, creating a perfect complement to your other fall bloomers with their vibrant, deep pink intensity. You’ll marvel at how the bright yellow stamens of each flower highlight the salmon hues, creating an effect that causes them to visually pop out of your landscape. Your Pretty Lady Diana is a variety of anemone that has earlier and longer blooms than others, but is also valued because of its compact nature. If you’ve always wanted anemones in your yard, but couldn’t use them because of their height, the Pretty Lady Diana is a great alternative. The Pretty Lady Diana is clearly a great alternative to the larger variety of anemone and a lovely choice for many locations in your garden. They are long-lived and don’t require a lot of special care. Why not plant a few today for some bright splashes of summer and fall color in your yard! *Large Pink Flowers*Compact Plant*Summer to Fall Blooms

Begonia – Nonstop® Mocca Yellow

The Begonia Nonstop Mocca Yellow, Begonia x tuberhybrida Begonia Nonstop® Mocca Yellow, adds a sizzle of color to that part shade to shade location in your garden. The large, full, double yellow flowers of Nonstop® Mocca Yellow makes a real statement in your patio planters all summer long. Mocca Nonstop Yellow brings a whole new dimension of beauty and performance to the family: chocolate-bronze foliage, lush and full, that lasts from spring till frost, plus improved heat tolerance! The large, full, yellow colored flowers of Nonstop® Mocca Yellow has foliage that makes the perfect backdrop for the flowers as well as a lovely contrast to green leaved begonias or any other neighboring bedding plants. The Begonia Nonstop Mocca Yellow blooms hold for several weeks, adding magnificent over-the-top beauty to the home. Unlike many Begonias, it won’t flop or melt if seriously hot weather arrives early in your climate.If you pick them too early they may fail to open properly and if you pick them too late they may not last in your vase all that long.This plant can be a perennial in zones 9-11. In zones 3-8 it is an annual only.

Astilbe – Country and Western

Pink and Puffy The Astilbe ‘Country and Western’, Astilbe arendsii ‘Country and Western’ (PP14969), is a colorful feathery flower with bright puffy salmon-pink blooms and shiny deep green foliage. Country and Western is part of the new Music series of Astilbes which are known for their large puffy blooms. The flowers contrast wonderfully with the dark green glossy foliage. Astilbe ‘Country and Western’ blooms on 18 stalks in early summer. Astilbes are grown most successfully in rich soil and under partial sun. The biggest key to successful growth of your Astilbes is water….they require a lot of water. The soil must remain moist. If the soil dries out the plant will falter quickly, especially in the sun. Wait to cut the foliage back until spring as that will protect the plant during the winter. Fertilize Astilbes in late spring before the flowers emerge. Astilbes can be used as cut flowers, perennial borders or shade gardens with Hosta’s and Ferns. Astilbe is considered to be deer and rabbit resistant and will attract hummingbirds. *Early Summer Pink Puffy Blooms *Part Shade Plant *Deer and Rabbit Resistant

Begonia – Dragon Wing Pink

The Begonia Dragon Wing Pink, ‘Begonia x hybrida’, is a beautiful shade plant growing up to 15 inches tall with a a spread of up to 18 inches. Dragon Wing Pink Begonias perform very well in the landscape with excellent heat tolerance and garden performance. Dragon Wing Pink is part of a new series that is very heat tolerant and has wing-like, glossy green leaves. It’s an excellent companion with other annuals in containers and hanging baskets. The Dragon Wing works great in full sun but the look in partial shade is absolutely awesome. These plants bloom almost constantly and have angel-wing shaped, dark green leaves that are spectacularly glossy with huge panicles of pink flowers hanging down. This plant is ideal for hanging baskets on the front porch or in large containers. Begonia Dragon Wings prefer planting beds that are well drained and organic-rich.

Begonia – Nonstop® Mocca Pink Shades

The Begonia Nonstop Mocca Pink Shades, Begonia tuberhybrida Nonstop® Mocca Pink Shades, is the most trusted name in tuberous Begonias, and for good reason — these plants are very heavy-blooming and ultra-dependable season after season. Mocca Pink Shades brings a whole new dimension of beauty and performance to the family: chocolate-bronze foliage, lush and full, that lasts from spring till frost, plus improved heat tolerance! The large, full, double pink colored flowers of Nonstop® Mocca Pink Shades make a real statement in your patio planters all summer long. The foliage makes the perfect backdrop for the flowers as well as a lovely contrast to green leaved begonias or any other neighboring bedding plants. The blooms hold for several weeks, adding magnificent over-the-top beauty to the home. Unlike many Begonias, it won’t flop or melt if seriously hot weather arrives early in your climate. This plant can be a perennial in zones 9-11. In zones 3-8 it is an annual only.