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Spigelia
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Spigelia gentianoides - NOT OUTSIDE NC (Pink Indian Pink)
Sun to Part Sun Zone: 5-10 5" tall Origin: USA alternate image
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New crop available 9-4-2008 Finally, we have an Indian pink that is really pink. Spigelia gentianoides is one of the finest plants we grow in our rock garden. Native to only a small population in AL and another in the Florida Panhandle, this Federally Endangered native makes a small clump, to 1' wide, that is topped with rich pink, gentian-like flowers from late May through June. For us, S. gentianoides continues to flower sporadically throughout the summer. Combine easy to grow, easy to propagate, drought-tolerant, pest-free, great flowers, and small stature...who could want for more? Our original specimens were propagated from the AL population via tissue culture, and now by cuttings. Because of its status as endangered, this plant cannot be shipped outside of NC. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #05000
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Spigelia marilandica (Indian Pink)
Sun to Light ShadeZone: 5b-9 24" tall Origin: USA
If this isn't the region's most beautiful native, then I don't know who is...any votes for Elvis or Dolly? This exquisite woodland perennial makes a dainty-looking 12" wide clump of 2' tall stalks clothed with nondescript green foliage. We have found that it grows equally as well in full sun or light shade, as well as in very moist or bone-dry soils. In late spring, however, the clumps become topped with dozens of spectacular up-facing, tubular, bright red flowers with a dramatically contrasting, yellow center. The clump, which improves with age, will be a true garden show-stopper! This is propagated by tissue culture. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #02315
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Spiranthes
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Spiranthes cernua var. odorata (Nodding Ladies' Tresses)
Sun to Light ShadeZone: 3-9 12" tall Origin: USA
(syn: S. odorata) Truly, an orchid for all gardens...or as close as we will come. This easy-to-grow native orchid is the southern form of S. cernua (or a separate species depending on your choice of taxonomists), ranging from VA south to FL. The ground-hugging, dark-green rosettes spread slowly by underground rhizomes creating a nice colony when growing in native habitats such as moist soils, bogs or swamps. In mid-September, the insignificant rosettes produce incredible 1' tall spikes spiraled with small, white bell-shaped flowers, emitting a delightful fragrance often described as a cross between vanilla and jasmine...a superb plant that everyone should grow! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #03562
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Sprekelia
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Sprekelia formosissima (Aztec Lily)
Sun to Part SunZone: 7b-10, at least 12" tall Origin: Mexico
The Aztec lily is one of those plants that is so spectacular and reliable that we can't imagine gardening without it. What appears to be a tender woodland plant is, in fact, native to rock outcrops in the Mexican mountains. For us, sprekelia has performed best in our dry rock scree in full baking sun. For those in the Deep South, some afternoon shade is best. The bulbs multiply well to make a nice clump of narrow green leaves, which burst into flower in early April and continue through May. After a summer rest, they usually re-flower in the fall. The 6" brilliant red flowers most closely resemble a delicate hippeastrum...truly stunning! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #05279
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Stachys
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Stachys coccinea 'Hot Spot Coral' (Red Betony)
Sun to Part SunZone: 6-7, at least 20" tall Origin: USA
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This southwestern US native (AZ, NM, TX) is surprisingly adaptable to most soils with the exception of poorly drained wet clay. This AZ selection from High Country Gardens makes a wonderful 18" tall x 3' wide mound of small, nepeta-like, grey-green leaves, topped from midspring through early summer with hundreds of bright coral-red, tubular flowers on 20" bloom stalks...a hummingbird's dream come true. This is one of those plants that is much hardier than the books would lead us to believe...important safety tip...never let plants read books.
Visitors to the garden are always oohing and aahing over the never-before seen perennial...now it can be yours too! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #06642
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Stachys 'Countess Helene Von Stein' (Giant Lamb's Ear)
Sun to Part SunZone: 4-9 10" tall Origin: Iran
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The leaves on this spectacular, silver-foliaged lamb's ear are at least twice as large as normal, but still soft and fuzzy (just like your picture of Elvis). Giant lamb's ear is also much more heat- and humidity-resistant. S. 'Countess Helene Von Stein' is supposedly non-flowering, but we have seen two flower stalks in 3 years...does close count in lamb's ears? "The Countess" is great to brighten a dark spot in the garden, or plant one near the outhouse for those unexpected emergencies. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #01036
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Stokesia (Stokes' Aster)
This lone species of stokesia from the pinewoods of the Southeastern US has gained recognition as one of the world’s finest perennials. We are pleased to present several new diverse selections that expand the species far past any forms that were previously known. Stokes’ aster performs great in full sun to light shade and in well-drained soils that range from moist to moderately dry. Stokesia are a great butterfly attractant in the summer garden. |
Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong Purple' (Stokes' Aster)
Sun to Light ShadeZone: 5-9 12" tall Origin: USA
Stokesia 'Honeysong Purple' is an exciting introduction from hosta guru Alex Summers and his son, Alan, of Carroll Gardens. S. 'Honeysong Purple' boasts large, vivid, dark purple flowers with a contrasting reddish-pink center on a nice, compact grower. This is truly the most stunning stokesia on the market...absolutely marvelous! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #04336
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Stokesia laevis 'Mary Gregory' (Yellow Stokes' Aster)
Sun to Light ShadeZone: 5-9 12" tall Origin: USA
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This is a truly exciting native plant find, first introduced to the trade by Niche Gardens. From South Carolina comes this Stokes' aster with creamy yellow flowers, similar in color to Coreopsis 'Moonbeam'. For us, it flowers consistently throughout the summer...this is sure to be the talk of the gardening community...color echos, here we come! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #01404
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Stokesia laevis 'Peachie's Pick' (Stokes' Aster)
Sun to Part SunZone: 5-9 20" tall Origin: USA
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What a stunner! From MI gardener Peachie Saxon comes the best Stokes' aster we have had the pleasure of growing. Everyone who has grown S. 'Peachie' agrees that it is truly the best cultivar on the market. Not only are clumps dense and tight, but the densely compact upright flower spikes are topped with dozens of large blue flowers, from late June to early July. S. 'Peachie's Pick' occurred as a seedling in Peachie's garden and, due to her generosity, the rest is history. If you have only grown seed-strain Stokes' asters in the past, you're in for a major surprise! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #04726
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Syneilesis
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Syneilesis aconitifolia (Shredded Umbrella Plant)
Part Sun to Light ShadeZone: 5-8 15" tall Origin: Japan, Korea alternate image
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(aka: Senecio aconitifolius) Don't bother to look this one up...it's that new to cultivation. I flipped several years ago when I first saw this plant at the US National Arboretum. This woodland Asteraceae (ligularia relative), native to dry hillsides, has become one of the most coveted plants in our garden. In early spring, the white wooly leaves push through the ground like mayapples...or more appropriately, like shredded umbrellas after a hurricane. The exquisite foliage flattens out atop 15" stems by midspring. Expect a decent-sized colony as the rhizomes slowly spread (2' wide in 5-7 years). Flowers...forget the insignificant flowers...and enjoy the luscious foliage! Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml) #03400
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