49th Annual Spring Plant Sale

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1 49th Annual Spring Plant Sale Saturday, May 13 and Sunday, May 14, 2017 Plant Sale Hours Saturday, May 13, 9 am to 4 pm Sunday, May 14, 9 am to 4 pm The sale will be held at the Arboretum s picnic shelter area near the Marion Andrus Learning Center. Come early for best selection. We do not hold back items or restock. Our wagons are always in short supply. Please bring carrying containers for your purchases: boxes, wagons, carts. There will be a pickup area where you can drive up and load your plants. We also have a few golf carts with volunteers to drive you and your plants to your car. Payment Please assist us in maximizing our support of the MLA by using cash or checks. However, if you wish to use a credit card, we gladly accept Visa, Master- Card, Amex and Discover. Volunteers will make a list of your purchases which you will hand to a cashier for payment. Please keep your receipt as you may need to show it to a volunteer as you exit. There will be an Express lane for purchases of 10 items or fewer. Table of Contents Shade Perennials Ground Covers for Shade.6 Ferns...7 Sun Perennials Rock Garden Perennials Annuals Hemerocallis (Daylily)..16 Martagon Lilies.16 Paeonia (Peony).17 Roses..18 Hosta Woodies: Vines.22 Trees & Shrubs Minnesota Natives.24 Ornamental Grasses Herbs Vegetables The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska, MN Telephone: The Arboretum is located southwest of Minneapolis on Hwy. 5, nine miles west of I-494, just west of Hwy. 41.

2 Shade Perennials Interest in Shade Gardening continues to grow as more homeowners are finding their landscapes becoming increasingly shady because of the growth of trees and shrubs. Shade plants are those that require little or no direct sun, such as those in northern exposures or under trees or in areas where the sun is blocked for much of the day. Available from us are many newly introduced plants and old favorites which can add striking foliage and appealing flowers to brighten up your shade garden. You will find Shade Perennials in the SHADE BUILDING. Many of the shade perennials will tolerate some sun as noted in their description. Actaea pachypoda (white baneberry) -- 2 H. Also called Doll's Eyes for the distinctive dark "pupil" mark on the ends of their white berries. Persisting for four to six weeks in late summer to early fall, the berries extend from the stem on thick, reddish stalks. MN Native. Actaea racemosa (aka Cimicifuga racemosa) (bugbane) H. A striking woodland species that creates a strong vertical statement in a shade or border garden. The white, candle-like flower spires provide late summer blooms. Actaea simplex Atropurpurea (aka Cimicifuga simplex Atropurpurea ) (snakeroot) H. Fragrant, pale pink flowers. Deep green to bronzy-purple foliage. Early fall. Actaea simplex Brunette (aka Cimicifuga simplex Brunette ) (snakeroot) H. Fragrant creamy-white to pale pink plumes. Blackpurple lacy foliage. Rich moist soil, shade to part shade in back of border. Avoid disturbing once established. Aug-Sept. Actaea simplex James Compton (aka Cimicifuga simplex James Compton ) (snakeroot) -- 3 H. Compact habit. Fragrant creamy-white plumes. Deep bronze foliage. Rich moist soil, shade to part shade in back of border. Aug-Sept. Adenophora lilifolia (lilyleaf ladybells) --3 H. Nodding light blue bells are gently lobed and fragrant. Free-flowering. MN Native. Ajuga Chocolate Chip (dwarf bugleweed)--4 H. Rich chocolate colored foliage. Blue flowers. Spring. Ajuga reptans Binblasca (bugleweed)--3-6 H. Compact spreading habit. Large, glossy dark purple-black scalloped leaves. Deep blue spikes of flowers in early spring to early summer. Good ground cover. Alchemilla sericata Gold Strike (lady s mantle) H. Low-ground cover with chartreuse flowers blooming late spring to early summer. Good filler in bouquets. Full sun to partial shade. Amsonia Blue Ice (blue star) H. Dark lavender-blue flowers in dense terminal clusters bloom for long period in late spring to early summer. Narrow dark green leaves turn brilliant yellow in fall. Very easy to grow with few pests. Amsonia hubrichtii (blue star) H. Steel-blue flowers. Willowy foliage turns golden in fall. Native to SW U.S. Early spring. Anemone hupehensis September Charm (Japanese anemone) H. Silvery rose-pink flowers. Sept-Oct. Anemone multifida Rubra (anemone) H. Glowing carminered flowers. Deeply divided, hairy basal leaves. May-June. Anemone sylvestris (snowdrop anemone) --18 H. Single pure white solitary flowers about 1 1/2 wide and often nodding. May-June. Anemone tomentosa Robustissima (grape leaf anemone) H. silvery-pink single flowers. Rich, well-drained soil. Prefers partial shade. Aug-Oct. Anemonella thalictroides (rue anemone) H. Delicate, woodland perennial with fern-like, dark green foliage and pink or white blossoms in spring. Spring. MN Native. Anemonella thalictroides 'Cameo' (double rue anemone) H. Pale clear-pink double flowers in spring with finely divided fern-like foliage. May go dormant in early summer. Rare. Anemonella thalictroides 'Snowball' (double rue anemone) H. White to light-pink double flowers in spring with finely divided fern-like foliage. May go dormant in early summer. Rare. Aquilegia Origami Blue & White (columbine) H. Extra large blue flowers with white centers are held upright on compact plants. Aquilegia Origami Red & White (columbine) --16 H. Dainty red and white flowers on a compact many branched plant. Cut back in the fall. Aquilegia Origami Rose & White (columbine) H. Extra large rose-pink flowers with white centers are held upright on compact plants. Aquilegia caerulea Blue Jay (Rocky Mountain columbine) H. Deep blue sepals, white petals. Aquilegia chrysantha (golden columbine) H. Fragrant, longspurred, canary-yellow flowers. Thin leaves are downy on their underside. May-July. Aralia racemosa (American spikenard) H. Stately white plumes, clusters of black drupes. Roots used in root beer and medicinally. Ginseng family. MN Native. Aralia cordata Sun King (Japanese spikenard) H. Bright gold compound leaves. Tall spikes of tiny white flowers followed by ornamental black fruit. Aruncus aethusifolius (dwarf goat s beard) H. Deep green, finely divided foliage with reddish fall color. Creamy-white flowers in early summer. Seed pods. Can take full sun if soil remains moist. Aruncus dioicus Child of Two Worlds (goat s beard) -- 4 H. Showy white panicles, feathery foliage. Early summer. Aruncus dioicus Kneiffii (dwarf goat s beard) H. Compact stature and very finely-cut foliage. Creamy white flowers bloom in late spring. Asarum canadense (Canadian wild ginger) H. Excellent groundcover with heart-shaped leaved and thick rootstalk. Small reddish-brown flowers form under the leaves in May. MN Native. Asarum europaeum (European wild ginger) -- 5 H. An excellent ground cover for shaded situations with glossy, evergreen leaves 2-3. The flowers are greenish-purple or brown. Easily propagated by division. Astilbe 'Chocolate Shogun' (false spirea) H. Chocolate-purple lacy foliage is the deepest darkest foliage color by far in an Astilbe. Blooms of soft pink appear in late summer. Astilbe Delft Lace (false spirea) H. Apricot-pink plumes on red stems in early to midsummer. Lacy blue-green foliage overlaid with silver. Leaves can have red highlights. Burgundy fall color. Astilbe arendsii Fanal (false spirea) --Arendsii Group H. Narrow, dark red flower; bronze foliage. Astilbe chinensis Maggie Daley (false spirea) H. Purple plumes. Distinctive foliage. Astilbe chinensis Purple Candles (false spirea) H. Tall variety with purple-red plumes and bronze and green foliage. Astilbe chinensis Visions in White (false spirea) H. Large creamy-white plumes. Smooth, glossy, green foliage. Astilbe japonica Deutschland White (false spirea) --24 H. Clear white flowers. Astilbe japonica Montgomery (false spirea) H. Deep orange-red plumes on dark red stems. Astilbe japonica Rheinland (false spirea) H. Bright pink flower, floriferous. Astrantia major Star of Billion (masterwort) H. Flowers all summer long! A superb modern variety of one of the oldest cottage garden plants. Glossy green-and-white blooms. Bergenia cordifolia Red Beauty (pigsqueak) H. Thick, cabbage -like foliage and deep purple-red flowers. The leaves change to burgundy in the fall. Bergenia cordifolia Winterglut / Winter Glow (pigsqueak) H. Large glossy, thick, cabbage-like leaves are bright green, but turn bronze in cold weather. Red flower. Spring. Bergenia purpurascens (purple bergenia) H. Dark pink to purplered flowers. Foliage sometimes purple especially in fall. Spring. Bergenia x hybrida Perfect (heartleaf bergenia) -- Lilac-red flower, purple-brown foliage. Brunnera macrophylla Alexander s Great (Siberian bugloss) 14 H. A gigantic mound of heart shaped, heavily silvered leaves. Blue flowers in the spring. Brunnera macrophylla Variegata (Siberian bugloss) H. Heart -shaped leaves boldly splashed with creamy-white and green. Bright blue Forget-me-not flowers appear in mid to late spring. 2

3 Shade Perennials, Continued Chelone glabra (white turtlehead) -- 3 H. White to pale pink flowers resembling a turtle s head. Shiny rich dark green leaves. Pinch to reduce height. Does well in acid soil. Late summer. MN Native. Chelone lyonii Hot Lips (pink turtlehead) H. Rose-pink flowers. Lustrous, deep green foliage. Bronze-green early season growth. Prefers moist site. Aug-Sept. Chelone lyonii Tiny Tortuga (turtlehead) H. Thick, dark green foliage. In late summer, plants produce upright stems of large dark pink hooded flowers. Cimicifuga simplex Atropurpurea See: Actaea simplex Atropurpurea Cimicifuga simplex Brunette See: Actaea simplex Brunette Cimicifuga simplex James Compton See: Actaea simplex James Compton Convallaria majalis (lily of the valley) -- 8 H. Fragrant, waxy, bell-like flowers are pendant on upright spikes in June. Dicentra formosa Luxuriant (bleeding heart) H. Ferny, green foliage. Cherry-red flower, ever-blooming from May-October. Dicentra spectabilis (aka Lamprocapnos spectabilis) (bleeding heart) H. An old favorite. Forms graceful mounds of foliage with an equal spread. The pink heart-shaped flowers appear in late May and June. Welldrained soil. Dicentra spectabilis Alba (aka Lamprocapnos spectabilis Alba ) (bleeding heart) H. Similar to D. spectabilis, has lighter green foliage and pure white flowers. June. Dicentra spectabilis Gold Heart (aka Lamprocapnos spectabilis Gold Heart ) (bleeding heart) H. Pink flower. Unusual chartreuse foliage. A spring beauty! Dicentra spectabilis Hordival Valentine (aka Lamprocapnos spectabilis Hordival Valentine ) (bleeding heart) H. Heart-shaped flowers with red outer petals and white inner petals. Dark green foliage has hint of red. Digitalis ambigua (aka Digitalis grandiflora) (yellow foxglove) -- 2 H. Soft, butter-yellow flowers marked brown. Grey-green basal rosette of leaves. June-July. Toxic. Digitalis purpurea Candy Mountain (foxglove) -- Rosy-pink flowers face upward on strong stems that withstand wind and rain. Attracts hummingbirds and resists deer! June-July. Toxic. Biennial. Digitalis purpurea Dalmatian Peach (foxglove) H. Pinkishpeach flowers lighten to a soft peach with tiny orange speckled throats. Compact clumps. Sun - partial shade. Attracts hummingbirds & butterflies. Deer & rabbit resistant. Toxic. Digitalis x mertonensis (foxglove) H. Very large rose to coppery flowers. Big velvety foliage. Divide often. June-July. Toxic. Dracocephalum argunense Fuji Blue (bigflower dragonhead) H. Spikes of brilliant blue hooded flowers. Needle-like, green foliage; clumping habit. Early June to mid-aug. Part Shade - Sun. Epimedium x rubrum (bishop s hat) H. Early in the season, the thin, heart-shaped leaves of this plant have a red tinge, which turns to bronze in the fall. Epimedium x versicolor Sulphureum (bishop s hat) H. Light yellow flowers. This selection is one of the best for use as a ground cover. May-June. Part Shade - Sun. Galium odoratum (sweet woodruff) -- 6 H. A garden favorite because of its delicate growth, 4-petaled white flowers from early May to mid-june, and sweet-scented elliptic leaves. Excellent ground cover. Leaf has been used in wines and liqueurs. Helleborus x hybridus (Lenten rose) PPA H. Dark green, leathery leaves may be evergreen. Several nodding, cup-shaped flowers in shades of purple, pink, and mauve. Good vigor. Requires cool, evenly moist but well-drained site in part shade. Helleborus x hybridus Royal Heritage (Lenten rose) H. One of the earliest perennials to bloom. This strain produces blooms in shades from white through to pink, red, maroon and near black. Hepatica acutiloba Louise (sharp-lobed hepatica) -- 6 Discovered by Louise Koehler of Owatonna, MN. When flowers first open on this double cultivar, the outer petals are bright pink. As they age they turn pale blue. A real gem. Hepatica americana (round-lobed hepatica) -- 6 H. Leaves with rounded lobes distinguish this species. The pale lilac to pinkish-white flowers appear very early in the spring. March to June. Heuchera Apple Crisp (coral bells) H. Ruffled, strongly dissected, bright green leaves that are overlaid with silvery-white, holding well the whole season. Short stems of small white bell flowers appear in late spring. Heuchera Berry Smoothie (coral bells) H. Gently lobed leaves are bright rose-pink in spring darkening to bronze-red by summer. Taller stems of small ivory bell flowers appear in late spring. Heuchera Cajun Fire (coral bells) H. Gently lobed leaves that are red in spring, turn black in summer and then maroon in fall. White bell flowers on dark stems. Heuchera Champagne (coral bells) H. Leaves change from peach to gold to champagne-gold over the season. Light peach flowers most of the season. Heuchera Crimson Curls (coral bells) H. Deep reddish-purple leaves with curled edges. Whitish flowers in summer. Heuchera Marmalade (coral bells) H. Leaves vary in shade from amber to peachy bronze, forming a sturdy evergreen mound. Taller sprays of brownish flowers appear in late spring. Heuchera Pear Crisp (coral bells) -- 7 H. Ruffled yellow-green foliage. Best, lustrous color with two hours of morning sun. White flowers. May-June. Heuchera Raspberry Ice (coral bells) H. Leaves with dark purple veins over a background of raspberry and icy silver leaves with burgundy undersides. Showy, dark pink flowers. Heuchera Southern Comfort (coral bells) H. Large lobed leaves of cinnamon peach, changing to copper and amber as they mature. Creamy-white flowers in late summer. Heuchera Sweet Tart (coral bells) -- 5 H. Tangy, lime-colored foliage in a tight mound. Bicolored cerise and hot pink flowers on dark stems. June-Oct. Heuchera sanguinea Snow Angel (coral bells) H x 12 W. mounds of light green/cream variegated foliage. Spikes of white flowers fade to pink. Heucherella Brass Lantern (foamy bells) H. Burnished gold to deep apricot leaves with brick red centers emerge in spring and turn deep olive-purple in winter. White flowers on reddish stems in spring. Heucherella Buttered Rum (foamy bells) -- 7 H. Buttery-caramel, maple-like foliage turns rose-red in fall. White flowers. May-June. Heucherella Dayglow Pink (foamy bells) H. Forms a low mound of lobed leaves, mint green in color, with dark purple veining. Brilliant pink flowers appear in late spring. Heucherella Redstone Falls (foamy bells) H. Mounding and trailing habit. Ruby splashed foliage turns to reds and browns in fall. Makes a good ground cover. White flowers. Grows well in sun, too. May- June. Heucherella Stoplight (foamy bells) H. Bright-yellow leaves with a star shaped center marking of beet red. Short spikes of white flowers appear in late spring. Lamium maculatum Pink Pewter (spotted dead nettle) H. Pink flowers. Ground cover. Lamium maculatum White Nancy (spotted dead nettle) H. Beautiful white-flowering form of Beacon Silver. Brightens dark locations. Ground cover. Ligularia Little Rocket (leopard plant) H. Narrow spires of yellow flowers with dark stems. Grey-green, deeply toothed foliage creates a compact mound tall. Mid- to late summer. Ligularia dentata Britt-Marie Crawford (leopard plant) H. Large, leathery, glossy, deep chocolate-maroon leaves with dark purple undersides. Orange-yellow daisy-like flowers on black-purple stems. July-Aug. Ligularia dentata Desdemona (leopard plant) H. Yellow-orange daisy-like flower. Bronzy-green foliage on upper side, purple underneath. July-Sept. Ligularia dentata Midnight Lady (leopard plant) H. Large, rounded dark, shiny purple-black leaves. Bright golden-orange daisy flowers. Ligularia dentata Othello (leopard plant) H. Yellow-orange flowers. Attractive mahogany-red foliage. July-Sept. Lobelia cardinalis (cardinal flower) -- 3 H. Green foliage, scarlet spikes. Hardier than Queen Victoria. MN Native. 3

4 Shade Perennials, Continued Lobelia siphilitica (great blue lobelia) H. Erect, stems produce lavender-blue, tubular flowers crowded together on the upper stem. MN Native. Lobelia speciosa Fan Scarlet (cardinal flower) 24 H. Compact habit, shiny bronze foliage, upright spikes scarlet flowers in midsummer. Full sun - partial shade. Attracts butterflies. Deer & rabbit resistant. Lysimachia nummularia Aurea (golden moneywort) -- 2 H. Goldenyellow foliage and bright yellow flower. Beautiful creeping vine. Best in wet to moist soils. Good ground cover. May-Sept. Mertensia virginica (Virginia bluebells) H. A strong stout perennial with a smooth stem. Loose, one-sided blue flower clusters nodding in early spring. Goes dormant after flowering. MN Native. Minuartia verna (Irish moss) -- 3 H. Dense mat of small, dark green, narrow leaves. Tiny white flowers. Prefers shade, protected location, but will tolerate some sun. May be used as a ground cover. Mukgenia Nova Flame H. Amazing combination with dark pink flowers from the Bergenia mother and jagged leaves edges and great fall color from the Mukdenia 'Crimson Fans' father. Myosotis sylbatica Victoria Blue (forget-me-not) H. Biennial. Grey-green leaves with clusters of bright sky-blue flowers with a tiny yellow eye. Pachysandra terminalis Green Carpet (Japanese spurge) H. Rich green foliage, more compact and hardier than species. Good ground cover. Phlox divaricata (wild blue phlox) H. The flowers, atop sticky stems, are slightly fragrant and range in color from pale blue to lavender to violet. MN Native. Podophyllum peltatum (mayapple) H. Large leaves form an umbrella over small white waxy flowers. Yellow fruits resemble very small apples. Easily grown under trees in rich moist soil. Will tolerate some sun. Polemonium reptans Stairway to Heaven (creeping Jacob s ladder) H. Blue bells. An attractive plant for the wild garden, may be divided after blooming. Polemonium reptans Touch of Class (creeping Jacob s ladder) H. Pale blue bells. An attractive plant for the wild garden, may be divided after blooming. Polemonium yezoense Purple Rain Strain (purple-leaf Jacob s ladder) H. An unusual form of Jacob's ladder, this plant forms a lush mound of ferny foliage in a stunning black-purple shade, later becoming green. Upright stems of soft blue phlox-like flowers appear in late spring. Deadhead for rebloom. Polygonatum biflorum (small Solomon s seal) H. Woodland wildflower with arching stem. White flowers followed by black berries. MN Native. Polygonatum humile (dwarf Solomon's seal) H. This easy-togrow, dwarf selection has green leaves on arching stems and clusters of dangling, dainty, white, bell flowers in late spring. Polygonatum odoratum Variegatum (variegated Japanese Solomon s seal) H. Burgundy stems support soft green leaves with creamywhite margins. Fragrant tiny, white bell flowers in late spring and early summer mature to blue-black berries in the fall. Golden-yellow fall foliage. Prunella Freelander Blue (self heal) H. Spikes with deep violet to blue bell-shaped flowers. Lance shaped leaves. Prunella Summer Daze (self heal) H. Mat forming ground cover. Dense spikes of rose-purple flowers. Does well in light sun. Pulmonaria Raspberry Splash (lungwort) H. Raspberry-pink flowers. Early spring bloom time. Well-drained soils. Part shade to full shade. Tolerant to Black walnut & deer. Pulmonaria Sissinghurst White (lungwort) H. Clusters of clear white bells, the green leaves are lightly spotted in silver. Pulmonaria Trevi Fountain (lungwort) H. Lance-shaped leaves are medium green with silver spots. Cobalt-blue flowers. Early spring. Rodgersia henrici 'Cherry Blush' (Rodger s flower) H. Large palmate leaves that emerge a deep brick red color. Plumes of airy pink flowers. Rodgersia pinnata Hercules (Rodger s flower) H. Bronzetinged palmate leaves with pink flowers blooming in mid-summer. Sagina subulata (Corsican pearlwort) H. Moss-like evergreen perennial. Suited for shady site, is excellent for planting between stepping stones. Small white flowers on short stalks. Sagina subulata Aurea (Corsican pearlwort) H. Yellowish leaves with white flowers. Plant in between stepping stones. Sanguinaria canadensis (bloodroot) H. A spring woodland flower of the poppy family. White, waxy flowers. Prefers rich, slightly acid soil. March-May. MN Native. Sanguinaria canadensis f. multiplex (double bloodroot) -- 6 This naturally occurring double bloodroot has not been dug from the wild; it is propagated by division by a northern grower. White water-lily like flowers for woodland or shade garden. Prefers moist, well-drained, rich humus soil. March-May. Stylophorum diphyllum (celandine poppy) H. Gray-green, lobed and toothed leaves, large, poppy-like, yellow flowers. Less aggressive than the introduced European species. Thalictrum aquilegiifolium (columbine meadow-rue) H. Provides late spring flowers and delicate, blue-green foliage to perennial borders, wildflower gardens or meadows. Zone 5. Thalictrum rochebruneanum (meadow-rue) -- 5 H. Reddish-lilac flowers. Glabrous foliage. Striking! Mid-July to early Sept. Tiarella Spring Symphony (foamflower) H. Profusion of pink flowers. Deeply cut leaves marked with black blotch in their centers. Compact, clump-forming habit. Mid-to late spring. Tricyrtis formosana (toad lily) H. Flowers are white with heavy reddish-purple spotting and yellowish throats. Leaves generally remain attractive throughout the growing season. Trillium erectum (red trillium) -- Large leaves. Solitary red arching flowers. The fruit is an oval red berry. Part-shade in rich, moist soil. April- May. Trillium grandiflorum (snow trillium) H. Handsomest of the trilliums. Sessile leaves, narrowly pointed with solitary white becoming faint pink as the flower ages. Moist, rich woodland soil. April-June. MN Native. Trillium grandiflorum (snow trillium, double form) H. The most desirable trillium of all for most gardeners, with double white flowers set above all-green foliage. Rare. MN Native. Trillium luteum (yellow trillium) H. Mottled leaves vary from lanceolate to rounded. Stalkless golden or bronze-green 2 flowers with erect petals. Lemony fragrance. Part-shade. Tolerates dampness. April- May. Trillium undulatum (painted trillium) H. White flower with a reddish-purple ring in the throat. Blooms in early to late spring followed by scarlet berries. Green leaves are infused with maroon. Requires strongly acidic soil. Naturally grows in the shade of eastern white pine and balsam fir. Trollius chinensis Golden Queen (globe flower) -- 2 H. Deep orangeyellow, cup-shaped flowers. Deeply lobed and toothed leaves. May-Aug. Vinca minor Bowles Variety (periwinkle) H. Evergreen groundcover with dark green leaves and intense blue-violet flowers appear just above the foliage. Viola Etain (violet) H. Yellow flowers with lavender margins. Viola Purple Showers (marsh blue violet) -- 6 H. Very large deep purple flowers. Deep green, glossy leaves form a spreading mound of foliage. Prefers lightly shaded, evenly moist site. Long-blooming. 4

5 Ground Covers for Shade ABOUT THE AUXILIARY You can grow something beautiful under your trees and shrubs and throughout your shady border. Some of these tough plants have interesting leaves and some have flowers. You will find these useful ground covers in the SHADE BUILD- ING. Ajuga Chocolate Chip (dwarf bugleweed)--4 H. Rich chocolate colored foliage. Blue flowers. Spring. Ajuga reptans Black Scallop Binblasca (bugleweed)--3-6 H. Compact spreading habit. Large, glossy dark purple-black scalloped leaves. Deep blue spikes of flowers in early spring to early summer. Good ground cover. Asarum canadense (Canadian wild ginger) H. Excellent groundcover with heart-shaped leaved and thick rootstalk. Small reddish-brown flowers form under the leaves in May. MN Native. Asarum europaeum (European wild ginger) -- 5 H. An excellent ground cover for shaded situations with glossy, evergreen leaves 2-3. The flowers are greenish-purple or brown. Easily propagated by division. Convallaria majalis (lily of the valley) -- 8 H. Fragrant, waxy, belllike flowers are pendant on upright spikes in June. Epimedium x rubrum (bishop s hat) H. Early in the season, the thin, heart-shaped leaves of this plant have a red tinge, which turns to bronze in the fall. Epimedium x versicolor Sulphureum (bishop s hat) H. Light yellow flowers. This selection is one of the best for use as a ground cover. May-June. Part Shade - Sun. Lamium maculatum Pink Pewter (spotted dead nettle) H. Pink flowers. Ground cover. Lamium maculatum White Nancy (spotted dead nettle) H. Beautiful white-flowering form of Beacon Silver. Brightens dark locations. Ground cover. Pachysandra terminalis Green Carpet (Japanese spurge) H. Rich green foliage, more compact and hardier than species. Good ground cover. Phlox divaricata (wild blue phlox) H. The flowers, atop sticky stems, are slightly fragrant and range in color from pale blue to lavender to violet. MN Native. Sagina subulata (Corsican pearlwort) H. Moss-like evergreen perennial. Suited for shady site, is excellent for planting between stepping stones. Small white flowers on short stalks. Sagina subulata Aurea (Corsican pearlwort) H. Yellowish leaves with white flowers. Plant in between stepping stones. Vinca minor Bowles Variety (periwinkle) H. Evergreen groundcover with dark green leaves and intense blue-violet flowers appear just above the foliage. Viola Etain (violet) H. Yellow flowers with lavender margins. Viola Purple Showers (marsh blue violet) -- 6 H. Very large deep purple flowers. Deep green, glossy leaves form a spreading mound of foliage. Prefers lightly shaded, evenly moist site. Long-blooming. Minnesota Water Garden Society The Auxiliary is a group of Arboretum enthusiasts who volunteer time and talent to support the work of the Arboretum. Volunteer and educational opportunities exist on many levels for our members. The Auxiliary presents fundraising events which include: Spring Plant Sale (in May), Summer Garden Tours (in July), Fall Harvest Sale and Quilt Raffle (in September) and Holiday Sale (in December). To prepare for our fund-raising events we have specialty groups who combine their talents and help others learn new skills in the following areas: Quilting (Contemporary and Traditional Groups), Floral Designers (aka Hot Glue Gun Girls), Fiber Arts (aka Material Girls), Botanicals (aka Spice Girls), Garden Art Group and Paper Crafting Group. The Auxiliary holds quarterly meetings followed by luncheons with educational speakers. Workshops and informal get-togethers during the year provide educational, enrichment, and socializing opportunities for our members. We have a Board of Directors and produce a quarterly newsletter. The Auxiliary welcomes all Arboretum members to join. You can join by calling or Auxiliary Quilt Raffle Our 25th Annual Quilt is now on display in the Great Hall of the Oswald Visitor Center. This year s masterpiece was created by the Auxiliary s Contemporary Quilters Group. It is machine pieced, hand appliquéd and machine quilted. It is sure to be a treasured heirloom for some lucky winner. Tickets for the raffle may be purchased next to the Gift Shop in the Oswald Visitor Center for only $2.00 each. The drawing will be held during the Auxiliary s Harvest Sale, September 23rd at 2:00 pm. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE PRESENT TO WIN! The Minnesota Water Garden Society will not be participating in this year s sale. We look forward to them being with us again in the future. If you have questions about the Society, or if you need fish for your pond, please contact Marty Barke at Spring to early summer. 5

6 Ferns Ferns are essential in shade gardens. They provide spectacular foliage and many different shades of green. They combine beautifully with Hosta and other shade plants and fill spaces left by early spring bulbs such as Narcissus and tulips. They are tough, long-lasting and easily grown. They are low-maintenance plants that have excellent disease and insect resistance. For optimum results, grow them in a cool location with well-drained and moisture-retentive soil. You will find Ferns in the SHADE BUILDING. Adiantum pedatum (maidenhair fern) H. Feathery fronds, black stems. Needs moist, woodsy, acid soil. MN Native. Athyrium Branford Beauty (painted fern)_ H. Cross between the lady fern and Japanese painted fern, combining the best traits of both parents. This forms a midsized mound of upright silvery-grey fronds, the leaves held on red stems. Athyrium Ghost (Niponicum var. pictum x A. filix-femina) (lady fern) H. Large, vigorous, showy fern with silver lacy-cut lanceshaped leaves. For fairly moist semi-shade. Upright vase-shaped habit. Athyrium filix-femina (lady fern) H. Large, vigorous showy fern with lacy-cut lance shaped leaves. For fairly moist semi-shade. Athyrium filix-femina Lady in Red (lady fern) H. Large, vigorous, showy fern with lacy-cut lance-shaped leaves. Red stems hold their color all season. For fairly moist semi-shade. Not evergreen. Athyrium niponicum var. pictum (Japanese painted fern) -2 H. Exciting purple, gray, green variegated foliage. Perfectly hardy. Dryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance' (autumn fern) -- Pink fiddleheads turn coppery orange as they unfurl. Fronds age to a lustrous dark green. Dryopteris erythrosora (autumn fern) H. The name comes from the coppery-pink color of the new fronds, which contrast beautifully with the more mature dark green ones. Matteuccia struthiopteris (ostrich fern) -- 3 H. Erect gracefully arching plants. Edible fiddle-heads. MN Native. Onoclea sensibilis (sensitive fern) H. Coarse fern found in wet soils where it can stand considerable exposure to sun. Grows easily in shade and humus-rich acid soil. MN Native. Osmunda regalis (royal fern) -- 4 H. Majestic fern growing in moist soils usually at edge of permanent water. Fresh green fronds. Adaptable to a variety of soil types and conditions. MN Native Auxiliary Summer Garden Tours Sunday, July 16 Tuesday, July 18 Wednesday, July 19 Come tour with us in air conditioned motor coaches followed by Sunday brunch or weekday lunch buffet which will be served on the Morgan Terrace outside the Snyder Building. Once again the Auxiliary has discovered four lovely gardens that are a source of comfort and fun, both for the owners and those who visit. They include a restored shoreline providing a natural habitat for wildlife and plants, beautiful wooded areas as well as sunny gardens, many water features, a rock garden, and a mix of beautiful trees, flowers, hostas, interspersed with herbs, fruits and vegetables. Reservations will be available beginning May 1st. Online information and registration available at Call with questions. Our 33nd Year of Garden Tours! Photo by Heidi Henderson & Doug Miller, 6

7 Sun Perennials Full sun perennials are those plants we most often see in the glossy gardening magazines that make our pulses run faster. They are the backbone of traditional perennial borders and cottage gardens with their riot of color, fragrance and eye-catching textures and shapes. Full-sun perennials are easy to grow as long as they aren t planted in heavy clay soils which stay wet in winter and can lead to rotting. Many sun plants will tolerate some shade in the morning or late afternoon, but sun between 9 am and 3 pm is critical to their success. You will find Sun Perennials in the SUN TENT. Many of the sun perennials will tolerate some shade as noted in their description. Achillea Moonshine (yarrow) -- 2 H. Finely dissected, silvery foliage. Light yellow flowers. Achillea Saucy Seduction (yarrow) H. Rich rose-pink flowers, each with a tiny white eye. Upright habit. Good cut flower. Summer. Achillea millefolium Strawberry Seduction (yarrow) H. Upright, compact habit. Feathery, finely divided, dark green foliage. Aromatic when crushed. Strawberry-red flowers with bright yellow eyes, in umbels. Long blooming. Drought tolerant. Achillea millefolium Sunny Seduction (yarrow) H. Upright, compact habit. Feathery, finely divided, dark green foliage. Aromatic when crushed. Flowers open lemon-yellow then lighten to pastel yellow. Long blooming. Drought tolerant. Aconitum Carmichaelli Arendsii (monkshood) H. Deep purple flowers that bloom September-October. Toxic. Aconitum fischeri (monkshood) H. Azure blue flowers blooming in late summer to early fall. Toxic. Agastache Blue Fortune (hyssop) H. Violet-blue flowers. Needs well-drained soil. Agastache rupestris Orange Hyssop (hyssop) H x 12 W. Full sun to part shade. The flowers are bronze with hints of orange and yellow. Full season of blooms. Well-drained soils. Alcea rosea Black Knight (hollyhock) H. Dark maroon to jet black 4 blooms covering sturdy stalks. Blooms all season. Full sun. Rust resistant. Attracts bees. butterflies & birds. Alcea rosea Queeny Purple (hollyhock) H All America Award Winner. Compact for smaller spaces. Magenta-purple flowers with pompom centers surrounded by a ring of fringed petals. Full sun. Attracts bees, butterflies & birds. Deer & rabbit resistant. Drought tolerant. Alcea rosea Spotlight Mars Magic (hollyhock) H. Tall spikes of single flowers in various shades of red over a low mound of foliage. Flowers appear the first season. Cut back to 8 after blooming. Full sun. Attracts bees, butterflies & birds. Deer and rabbit resistant. Drought tolerant. Alcea rosea Sunshine (hollyhock) H. Tall spikes of single bright yellow flowers held over a low mound of foliage. Cut back to 8 after blooming. Full sun. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. Deer & rabbit resistant. Drought tolerant. Allium caeruleum (ornamental onion) H. Deep, clear blue, and its tiny flowers are arranged in clusters 1 across. One of a few true blue ornamental onions. Allium senescens Glaucum (ornamental onion) H. Blue-grey cowlick leaves, rosy flowers. A choice plant, especially for rock gardens. Aug-Sept. Allium tanguticum Summer Beauty (ornamental onion) H. Long blooming, large flowering ornamental onion with 1 1/2" lavenderpurple pom-poms above shiny, dark green, strap-like foliage. Angelica gigas (Korean angelica) H. Ambitious self-seeder. Most members of this genus tend to die after flowering. However, this species lives another 1-2 years. Deep purple flower. Late summer bloom. Armeria maritima Splendens (thrift) H. Dark pink flowers. Over green grassy clump. Artemisia stelleriana Silver Brocade (dusty miller) H x 24-30W. A recent introduction, makes a dense mat of prostrate foliage. Asclepias incarnata (swamp milkweed) H. Lovely vanilla fragrance coming from large rosy pink flowers possibly hosting several Monarch or Swallowtail butterflies. MN Native. Asclepias incarnata Ice Ballet (swamp milkweed) H. Longblooming, bright white selection of swamp milkweed. Dark green foliage. Asclepias speciosa (showy milkweed) 40 H. Bell-shaped umbels of purple-pink flowers all summer. MN Native. Asclepias tuberosa (butterfly weed) H. Features clusters (umbels) of bright orange to yellow-orange flowers atop upright to reclining, hairy stems with narrow, lance-shaped leaves. MN Native. Aster novi-belgii Alert (New York aster) H. Dwarf plant. Deep crimson flowers in fall. Aster oblongifolius Dream of Beauty (aromatic aster, fall aster) H. Sugar-pink flowers with burnt orange centers. Grey-green foliage. Vigorous grower, even in clay! Sept-Oct. Aster oblongifolius Raydon s Favorite (aromatic aster) H. Medium blue, fine textured single ray flowers in September and October, aromatic foliage. Baptisia Prairieblues 'Solar Flare' (false indigo) H. Tall spikes of pea flowers start out brilliant yellow and fade to deep orange as they age. Baptisia x variicolor Prairieblues Twilite (false indigo) H. A true bi-color Baptisia with deep purple-violet flowers and a lemon-yellow keel in center. Full sun - light shade. Baptisia australis (blue wild indigo) H. Spikes of blue pea-like blooms in June, black seed pods useful in dried arrangements. Clovershaped foliage of blue-green. Good cutting flower as well. Light acid soil, full sun to partial shade. Baptisia lactea White Prairie (white wild indigo) H. Full sun, most soils, slow growing, long living. A true show piece. Baptisia australis var. minor (dwarf wild indigo) H. Indigo blue flowers on what looks like a miniature version of Baptisia australis. Calamintha nepeta Montrose White (calamint savory) H. Pure white flowers all summer on a compact, mounding plant. Callirhoe involucrata Wine Cups (poppy mallow) 1999 Plant Select Winner -- 5 H x W. Rich wine red flowers with white eye cover the plant all summer. Most soils. Campanula Summertime Blues (bellflower) H x 16 W. Sun to part shade. Drooping silver-blue bells over dark green mound. Sandy or clay soils. Campanula carpatica Weisse Clips / White Clips (Carpathian bellflower) H. White flowers. Choice rock garden plant. June-Oct. Campanula glomerata Freya (clustered bellflower) H. Clusters of star-shaped lilac-purple flowers in June and July. Strong upright habit. Deer resistant. Campanula punctata Cherry Bells (spotted bellflower) H. Large, tubular, bell-like flowers 2 long are cherry red with inside spotting. Deer resistant. Upright habit. Midsummer bloom time. Centaurea montana (mountain bluet) -- 2 H. Large, showy violet-blue cornflower. Blooms May until midsummer, often with a secondary bloom in September. Will spread easily in good soil. Centaurea montana Amethyst in Snow (mountain bluet) H. Large, showy white cornflower with purple centers. Blooms May until midsummer, often with a secondary bloom in September. Will spread easily in good soil. Coreopsis Creme Brulee (tickseed) H. Buttery-yellow flowers. Coreopsis grandiflora Early Sunrise (tickseed) H. Semi-double golden-yellow flowers. June-Sept. Coreopsis grandiflora Solanna Golden Sphere (tickseed) H. Fluffy golden-yellow, pom pom flowers. Leathery green foliage. Early summer to late fall. Coreopsis verticillata Moonbeam (tickseed) H. Soft yellow flowers appear singly on short stalks continuously blooming from early summer right into fall. Dalea purpurea Stephanie (purple prairie clover) H. Bright lavender flowers, orange stamens, and delicate foliage. July-Aug. Delphinium Magic Fountain Dark Blue (larkspur) H. Dark blue shades with blue-black bees. Delphinium Magic Fountain Sky Blue (larkspur) H. Sky blue flowers with white bees. Delphinium Pacific Giant Blue Bird (larkspur) -- 5 H. Tall spires of clear blue flowers, each with a contrasting white bee above clumps of deeply cut foliage. Flowering in June and July. 7

8 Sun Perennials, Continued Delphinium Pacific Giant Summer Skies (larkspur) H. Deeply cut green leaves, with tall spikes of satiny flowers. Light-blue petals, with a white bee. Delphinium grandiflorum Summer Cloud (Siberian larkspur) H. Compact habit. Bicolor deep blue & white flowers with lacy foliage from early to late summer. Full sun - partial shade. Attracts hummingbirds & butterflies. Deer & rabbit resistant. Delphinium grandiflorum Summer Nights (Siberian larkspur) H. Dwarf form. Loose spikes filled with indigo blue flowers on compact plants. Full sun - partial shade. Attracts bees, butterflies & hummingbirds. Deer & rabbit resistant. Dianthus Coconut Surprise (pinks) H x 8-10 W. Spicy fragrance. Grey-blue foliage in a compact habit. Long bloom time. Double frilly white petals with a burgundy eye. Dianthus Frosty Fire (pinks) H. Double cherry-red flowers flecked with white. Blue-grey dwarf foliage. Long flowering period. Dianthus Kahori (pinks) H. Compact mound of grey-green foliage topped with pink flowers in spring continuing sporadically through most of the summer. Full sun. Attracts butterflies. Deer resistant. Dianthus Raspberry Swirl (pinks) H. Single, light pink flowers with deep maroon picotee edges and eye. Ages with the pink going to white and the maroon to magenta. Dead heading may get another bloom in the fall. Full sun - Partial shade. Attracts butterflies, deer resistant. Dianthus barbatus Heart Attack (sweet William) H. Bears showy clusters of velvety-red fragrant flowers from late spring to early summer. Excellent cut flower. Prune back hard in midsummer. Dianthus deltoides Zing Rose (maiden pinks) -- 6 H. Cerise-scarlet flowers cover low, dense green foliage. Long blooming. Summer. Dwarf habit. Well drained soils. Tolerates shade. Dianthus gratianopolitanus Feuerhexe / Firewitch (cheddar pinks) PPA H. Dense blue foliage under bright raspberry-red flowers. Clove-like fragrance. Excellent as a border edger or ground cover for sunny slopes. Cut back spent flowers to promote rebloom. Dictamnus albus var. purpureus (gas plant) H. Plants form a bushy, upright clump of lemon-scented, glossy green leaves. Spikes of spidery-looking mauve-pink flowers appear in early summer. Echinacea Big Sky Sundown (coneflower) H. Deep burntorange petals surrounding a large cinnamon brown button-shaped cone. Echinacea Cheyenne Spirit (coneflower) H. Fiery tones of red, orange, and yellow, this drought-tolerant perennial ignites the garden from summer to fall. Cheyenne Spirit is deer-resistant and makes gorgeous summer bouquets. Echinacea Hot Summer (coneflower) H. Single flowers with narrow petals surrounding an orange-brown cone. Flowers bloom yellow, turn orange and then a vibrant red, within a few days. Echinacea purpurea Playful Meadow Mama (coneflower) H. Giant two-toned flowers that have pink petals with white tips, fluted on the end. Huge orange center cone, upright and clumping habit with dark green foliage. Echinacea purpurea PowWow White (coneflower) H. White rays with a yellow center cone. Reblooms without deadheading! Wellbranched stems do not need staking. Attracts birds and butterflies! Deer and drought resistant. June-July. Echinacea purpurea PowWow Wild Berry (coneflower) H. Deep purple-pink flowers. Reblooms without deadheading! Echinops ritro (globe thistle) H. Globular metallic-blue flower heads. June-Sept. Eupatorium dubium 'Little Joe' (Joe-Pye weed) H. Dwarf cultivar of our native Joe-Pye weed. It has the familiar large domes of lavenderpink flowers that attract lots of butterflies in late summer and early fall. Eupatorium maculatum Gateway (Joe-Pye weed) H. Pinkishpurple flowers, 9 to 15 per head. Purple speckled and mottled stems. Aug -Sept. Eupatorium rugosum Chocolate (chocolate-leaf snakeroot) -- 4 H. Chocolate leaves with deep shiny purple stems. Open terminal cluster of tubular, bright white flowers. Sept.-Oct. Euphorbia polychroma First Blush (cushion spurge) -- Yellow flowers with chartreuse bracts at the ends of the stems from mid to late spring. Narrow leaves emerge rose in spring, turning green in color with showy white variegation and tinges of pink that turns brick red in the fall. Euphorbia polychroma (cushion spurge) H. A perennial growing into a dense clump. Spreads slowly. Yellow bracts in early spring. Soft green foliage turns bright red in fall. Euphorbia polychroma Bonfire (cushion spurge) H. A perennial growing into a dense clump. Spreads slowly. Purple, red, and orangetoned foliage accented with chartreuse. Color lasts all season. Yellow bracts in early spring. Filipendula Hexapetala (meadowsweet) H. Shorter than most Meadowsweets with a stockier fuller habit. White flowers. Filipendula Kahome (dwarf meadowsweet) H x W. Deep pink flowers over a low mound of ferny leaves. Useful in moist areas. Clumps may be divided easily in spring. Filipendula rubra Venusta (queen-of-the-prairie) H. Wide heads of pink flowers. Fragrant. June-Aug. Gaillardia aristata Arizona Apricot (blanket flower) H. Large, daisy-like flowers with layers of pointed petals, yellow on the edges, deepening to rich apricot in the center. Gaillardia aristata Arizona Red Shades (blanket flower) H. Brilliant red flowers bloom from June to Sept. Geranium Brookside (cranesbill) H. Large, cup-shaped, purple-blue flowers have dark purple veins and white centers. Compact habit and long summer bloom period. Geranium macrorrhizum Bevan s Beauty (bigroot geranium) H. Deep magenta flowers with red sepals. Aromatic plant makes a good ground cover. Spring-late summer. Geranium pratense 'Dark Reiter' (meadow cranesbill) H. A fairly new cultivar, has a short mounded habit and dark leaves. Bright lilac-blue blossoms appear in spring, and pinching back after flowering encourages more blooms in fall and helps maintain its neat habit. Geranium sanguineum Max Frei (bloody cranesbill) H. Compact variety forms a low mound of fine-textured green foliage, bearing a nice display of bright magenta-pink flowers in late spring and well into the summer. Geranium sanguineum (bloody cranesbill) H. Reddish-purple to pale pink flowers. Dense mat of deeply divided leaves. June-Sept. Geranium x Johnson s Blue (cranesbill) H. Excellent long flowering hybrid with very large brilliant-blue flowers. Easy to grow. Heat tolerant. May-Aug. Geranium x cantabrigiense Biokovo (cranesbill) H. White petals with tinge of pink. Lovely succession of bloom. Valuable for border or ground cover. June-July Perennial of the Year. Geum coccineum Borisii (Boris avens) H. Brilliant orange 1/2 flowers carried on leafy stems. Likes well-drained soil, sun. Good ground cover. Early summer. Geum rivale Flames of Passion (avens) H. Semi-double dark red flowers are upright on red wiry stems. Compact habit and profuse bloomer. Full sun - partial shade. Attracts butterflies. Deer & rabbit resistant. Geum triflorum (prairie smoke) H. Prairie Smoke is one of the first prairie flowers to bloom in the spring. 3 flowers on long stalks, generally red but may be a reddish shade of pink, purple or brown. Fruit is a dry seed with a 2-inch long feathery plume. The plumes are reminiscent of smoke blowing in the wind. MN Native. Helenium autumnale Salsa (sneezeweed) H. Bright red flowers surrounding a golden/chocolate center. Full sun. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. Deer resistant. Helenium autumnale Sombrero (sneezeweed) H. Compact variety with bright yellow petals surrounding a yellow cone over dark green foliage. Good for cutting. Full sun. Attracts butterflies, rabbit resistant. Helenium autumnale Mariachi Fuego (sneezeweed) H. Compact, bushy habit. Intense orange and gold daisy-like flowers. June- Sept. Heliopsis helianthoides Summer Sun (oxeye, false sunflower) H. Soft-yellow, daisy-like flowers. Summer through fall. 8

9 Sun Perennials, Continued Heliopsis helianthoides var. scabra Burning Hearts (oxeye, false sunflower) H. Features daisy-like flowers (2-3 diameter) with yelloworange rays surrounding brownish-yellow center cones. Flowers bloom throughout summer. Hibiscus moscheutos Disco Belle Pink (hardy hibiscus, rose mallow) H. Flowers feature petals which are pink on the edges fading to white with a deep pinkish-red eye surrounding a prominent creamy white to pale yellow central staminal column. July to September bloom. Hibiscus moscheutos Disco Belle Rosy Red (hardy hibiscus, rose mallow) H. Flowers feature rosy red petals surrounding a prominent and showy creamy white to pale yellow central staminal column. Blooms July to September. Hibiscus moscheutos Disco Belle White (hardy hibiscus, rose mallow) H. Flowers feature white petals with a maroon eye surrounding a prominent and showy white to pale yellow central staminal column. Blooms July to September. Hibiscus moscheutos Kopper King (hardy hibiscus, rose mallow) H. Copper-red leaves provide a striking backdrop to the huge, hollyhock-like light pink flowers with red veining and a bright red eye. Hibiscus moscheutos Pink Clouds (hardy hibiscus, rose mallow) H. Large, deep-pink flowers. Blooms over a long period through the heat of summer; mature leaves the size, color and shape of Norway maple leaves. Hibiscus moscheutos Plum Crazy (hardy hibiscus, rose mallow) H. Plum colored flowers with a beacon shape and purple streaks from the eye to the edges of the petals. Iris Edith Wolford (tall bearded iris) H. Light canary-yellow standards, medium blue-violet falls. Iris germanica Apricot Silk (tall bearded iris) H. Apricot petals with orange beards. Early to mid-season blooms. Reblooms. Iris germanica On Edge (tall bearded iris) -- 3 H. Standards are light lavender with stitched pale lavender blue. Falls are white with deep violet purple edge and old gold beard. Late spring/early summer. Iris sibirica Caesar s Brother (Siberian iris) H. produces deep purple flowers in late spring on rigid stems which rise high above a clump of arching, narrow, grass-like, linear leaves. Iris sibirica Flight of the Butterflies (Siberian iris) H. Dainty but durable. Flowers have petals of dark blue, with falls with veins the color of the petals and separated by bands of sky blue that fade to white at the edges. Iris sibirica Halcyon Seas (Siberian iris) H. Large, mediumblue flowers on graceful stems are held high above the dark green, slender, grass like foliage. Iris sibirica Jamaican Velvet (Siberian iris) H. Features velvety reddish-purple blooms (with royal purple veining) atop slender stems. Iris sibirica Pansy Purple (Siberian iris) H. Rich, almost regal purple flowers have a beautiful velvety look to them and is a unique color. Iris sibirica Ruffled Velvet (Siberian iris) H. This mid-sized selection has rich, velvety deep purple flowers with gold markings. Iris versicolor (northern blue flag iris) H. Beardless blue flowers splashed with yellow. Native wild iris found in wet soils. Self-sows freely. May-July. MN Native. Kalimeris yomena Variegata (kalimeris) -- 2 H. Creamy-gold and white variegated, aster-like foliage. Lavender daisy-like flowers from July to September. Leontopodium alpinum (edelweiss) -- 6 H. Woolly rosette bracts. White foliage. Likes sun and a well-drained, sandy soil. July-Aug. Leptinella squalida Platt s Black (black brass buttons) H.Tiny, almost black leafed, ferny foliage with minute white button-like flowers. Good ground cover or rock garden plant. Leucanthemum x superbum Becky (Shasta daisy) PPA H. Long lasting, large 2 1/2-3 dia. single white flower. Mid-late summer. Leucanthemum x superbum Alaska (Shasta daisy) -- 2 H. Large, single white flower. June-July. Leucanthemum x superbum Snow Cap (Shasta daisy) H. Sturdy, compact habit. Classic dwarf Shasta daisy raised by British plantsman Alan Bloom over 30 years ago. Bright white flower with a yellow center. Long blooming. June-Aug. Lewisia longipetala x cotyledon Little Plum (bitterroot) -- 4 H x 6 W. Evergreen leaves are thick and fleshy, grow in rosettes, and become matlike. Large, intense rose-purple flowers. Requires well-drained soil. May- June and Sept. Liatris aspera (rough blazing star) H. A spike of rounded, rayless, pinkish to lavender (sometimes white) flower heads along stiff erect stems covered with grayish hairs. MN Native. Liatris spicata Kobold (spike gayfeather, blazing star) H. Darkpurple flower. Compact habit. Sept. Lilium Black Beauty (oriental lily) H. Red edged with white. Lilium Star Gazer (oriental lily) H. Crimson with white edges. Lilium Tabledance (oriental trumpet lily) H. Large, stunning blooms of cerise pink with white centers. The lightly fragrant blooms were award winners for four years in a row at the Keukenhof in Holland. Lilium Tiny Bee (dwarf Asiatic lily) H. Large, up-facing, yellow flower with subtle black freckles. M. Lilium Tiny Ghost (dwarf Asiatic lily) H. large, up-facing flowers of rich, magenta purple-red. M. Lilium Tiny Hope (dwarf Asiatic lily) H. Red flower. E. Lilium Tiny Nanny (dwarf Asiatic lily) H. Large, up-facing pure white flowers. M. Lilium Tiny Padhye (dwarf Asiatic lily) H. Large, up-facing flowers with white petal tips stained deep red at the base. A very striking bicolor. M. Lilium Tiny Pearl (dwarf Asiatic lily) H. Large, up-facing, rich pink flower. M. Lilium orientale Casa Blanca (oriental lily) H. Sweetly fragrant, bowl-shaped pure white flower. Good cut flower. Lupinus Popsicle Blue (lupine) H. Dwarf variety with purplish-blue flowers and emerald green foliage. Attracts hummingbirds! Late spring to early summer. Lupinus Popsicle Red (lupine) H. Dwarf variety with bright red flowers and emerald green foliage. Attracts hummingbirds! Late spring to early summer. Lupinus Russell Hybrids (lupine) H. Long, closely set spikes of extra-large blue-purple flowers all summer. Grey-green foliage. Lycoris squamigera (resurrection flower) H. Full sun to part shade. Mulch in winter. Naturalizes by bulb-offsets. Needs only moderate water during summer after the leaves die back and before the flowering stems emerge. Rose-pink flowers tinged with lilac. Malva sylvestris Zebrina (high mallow) -- 3 H.White to deep pink flowers with petals conspicuously feathered with purple or dark red. Monarda Blaustrumpf / Blue Stocking (bee balm) -- 3 H. Deep violet -purple flowers. Monarda Coral Reef (bee balm) H. Neon coral-pink flowers. Monarda Grand Parade (bee balm) H. Large, shaggy lavender-purple flowers in mid to late summer. Foliage is delightfully fragrant. Monarda Jacob Cline (bee balm) -- 4 H. Large red flowers. Vigorous. Mildew resistant. Monarda Marshall s Delight (bee balm) H. Medium pink flowers. Mildew resistant. Monarda Petite Delight (bee balm) H. Purple flowers. Mildew resistant. Monarda Raspberry Wine (bee balm) H. Clear wine-red flowers. Disease resistant. Long flowering. Monarda bradburiana ( Bradbury s monarda, eastern bee balm) H. A great plant for bees and hummingbirds. Long-lived cut flower. Lilac to pink flowers. Monarda didyma Grand Mum (bee balm) H. Rounded, compact habit. Mauve-pink flowers and aromatic dark green foliage. Highly resistant to mildew. 9

10 Sun Perennials, Continued Nepeta x faassenii Kit Cat (dwarf catmint) H. Grey-green leaves that are highly aromatic when crushed or bruised. Two-lipped blue flowers. Nepeta racemosa Little Titch (dwarf catmint) H. Compact, very long blooming Catmint with deep blue blooms. Aromatic, textured foliage is silvery blue-green with deep veins. Nepeta racemosa Walker s Low (blue catmint) PPA H. Mounds of grey-green foliage. Soft lavender-blue flowers are whorled and borne on spikes. Long blooming. April-Oct. Oenothera fruticosa Sonnenwende / Summer Solstice (sundrops) H. Clusters of bright yellow flowers. Shiny deep bronze foliage. Opens in the evening. June. Papaver orientale Allegro (oriental poppy) H. Dwarf plants. Enormous, dazzling 6 black-eyed scarlet flowers. June-July. Papaver orientale Beauty of Livermere (oriental poppy) H. Dark oxblood-red flowers. June-July. Papaver orientale Royal Wedding (oriental poppy) H. Pure white flower with black centers. Penstemon Dark Towers (beardtongue) H. Spikes of lavender -pink flowers in summer. Deep purplish-red foliage all season. Penstemon Prairie Twilight (beardtongue) H. Black upright stems holding clusters of tubular flowers. Blooms are dusty rose-pink with a white throat and beard. Penstemon schmidel Hot Pink Riding Hood (beardtongue) H. Hot pink tubular flowers are a magnet for hummingbirds. Prolific bloomer. Rabbit resistant and drought tolerant. Penstemon schmidel Purple Riding Hood (beardtongue) H. Vigorous, upright and compact habit. Dark red purple and dark blue flowers arranged on strong stems. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Excellent choice for perennial borders and cutting gardens. Penstemon schmidel Red Riding Hood (beardtongue) H. Beautiful, bright red, tubular flowers on long stems cover this hummingbird attracting variety. The upright habit and long lasting color make this a great plant for perennial borders, rock gardens and cut flower displays. Perovskia atriplicifolia Filigran (Russian sage) H. Highly dissected foliage and longer flowering period than the species. Lavenderblue flowers. July-Sept. Perovskia atriplicifolia Little Spire (Russian sage) H. Airy spires of gray-green leaves with small lavender-blue flowers. Shorter than the species. Shrub-like, gives off sage odor when brushed. Well-drained, sunny location. Cut to 4 in spring. July-Sept. Persicaria polymorpha (fleece flower) H. Fluffy creamy-white plumes bloom all summer. Phlox paniculata Bambini Candy Crush (garden phlox) H. Compact variety with candy-like flowers. The flowers are bicolored pink and white and you can enjoy them from early summer until autumn. Phlox paniculata Coral Flame (garden phlox) H. Large clusters of fragrant flowers are vibrant coral-red, starting in midsummer. Remove faded blooms to encourage more buds. Phlox paniculata David (garden phlox) H. This tall selection has clear white heads, over a clump of dark green foliage. Sweetly fragrant as well. Phlox paniculata Laura (garden phlox) H. Dense, fragrant flowers of are deep lavender purple with a white eye. Phlox paniculata Nicky (garden Phlox) H. Fragrant, magenta -purple flowers, which are the darkest of all tall garden phlox. Phlox paniculata Flame Pink (garden phlox) H. Compact plant with a large head of dark pink flowers and an even darker eye. Phlox paniculata Flame Purple (garden phlox) H. Beautiful fragrant purple flowers with white flares near the center, that bloom prolifically all summer, on a compact plant. Phlox paniculata Flame Red (garden phlox) H. Bold, fragrant, conical red star-shaped flowers from early summer to early fall. Phlox paniculata Red Super (garden phlox) H. Bright red, fragrant blooms that will attract hummingbirds. Phlox paniculata Flame White (garden phlox) H. Large clusters of fragrant flowers having clear white petals, starting in midsummer. Phlox subulata Apple Blossom (creeping phlox) -- 3 H. Pink flowers. Prefers acid soil. Blooms early spring. Phlox subulata Atropurpurea (creeping phlox) H. Dark green needle-like leaves, smothered by tiny, bright, rosy-red flowers. Phlox subulata Emerald Blue (creeping phlox) H. Fastspreading, low-growing. Creates a carpet of pale lavender, bluish flowers in the spring. Phlox subulata Snowflake (creeping phlox) H. Loose clusters of large star-shaped, pure white flowers cover the top of this mat-forming creeper. Physostegia virginiana Miss Manners (obedient plant) H. Glistening white, snapdragon flowers over shorter, deep green glossy foliage. Very tidy and a well behaved non-spreader. Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Double Blue' (dwarf balloon flower) H. Fluffy, semi-double blue flowers emerge from unique, balloon shaped buds. Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Double Lavender' (dwarf balloon flower) H. Balloon-like buds burst open into lavender-blue flowers which measure up to 2-3 inches across. Platycodon grandiflorus 'Astra Double Pink' (dwarf balloon flower) 6-12 H. Star-shaped blooms that measure 2 3 inches in diameter. Petals are long lasting and plants flower continuously. Platycodon grandiflorus Fairy Snow (dwarf balloon flower) H. Features 1.5" diameter white flowers with blue veins inside which appear singly or in small clusters. Blooms throughout the summer. Platycodon grandiflorus Hakone Double Blue (balloon flower) H. Rich violet-blue double balloon-shaped buds. Well-drained garden soil. Does well in semi-shade. Platycodon grandiflorus Sentimental Blue (balloon flower) -- 8 H. Hybrid dwarf bred for use as pot plant, blooms first year. Many intense blue flowers. Potentilla 'Arc En Ciel' (cinquefoil) H. Narrow yellow petal edges accent the double crimson non-fading blooms. Forms a trailing clump of strawberry-like foliage. Pulsatilla vulgaris var. rubra (pasqueflower) H. Rich red form of the pasqueflower. Mound of finely dissected foliage with flower stems bearing large red flowers. Pulsatilla vulgaris (pasqueflower) H. Lavender bell-shaped flowers. Ratibida columnifera (Mexican hat, prairie coneflower) H. Mexican Hat is the mahogany-red colored form of prairie coneflower that blooms from mid-summer into fall. A good naturalizing wildflower. MN Native. Ranunculus repens Buttered Popcorn (gold variegated buttercup) H. Gold, chartreuse, and green variegated serrated leaves. Most colorful in sun. Yellow flowers. Good ground cover. Rudbeckia Denver Daisy (black-eyed Susan) H. Striking, dark -eyed, long-rayed golden daisy. Hybridized from native Rudbeckia hirta. Rudbeckia fulgida Goldsturm (black-eyed Susan) PPA H. Large deep yellow flowers, bronzy-black cone center. Nicely branched plant. Superior hardy variety. Rudbeckia fulgida Viette s Little Suzy (black-eyed Susan) H. Golden-yellow flowers with dark cones. Disease resistant. Late summerfall. Salvia nemorosa Blauhügel / Blue Hill (sage) H. Violet spikes in late spring. Salvia nemorosa Caradonna (sage) H. Spires of intense violet -blue to deep purple flowers. Deep purple stems. Deadhead for longer blooming. June-July. Salvia nemorosa Mainacht / May Night (sage) H. PPA 97 Outstanding, deep purple, long flowered cultivar. Compact habit. June-July. Salvia nemorosa Schneehügel / Snowhill (sage) --18 H. Whiteflowered counterpart to Blauhügel. Numerous spikes of white flowers throughout the summer if spent blooms are regularly removed. Salvia nemorosa Sensation Deep Blue (sage) H. Beautiful spikes of blue flowers rising above the foliage from early summer to early fall. Salvia nemorosa Sensation Medium Deep Rose (sage) --12 H. Deep lavender-rose spikes in late spring. Will bloom all summer if deadheaded regularly. Aromatic foliage resists deer. 10

11 Sun Perennials, Continued Sanguisorba officinalis var. microcephala 'Little Angel' (burnet) -- Green and white variegated foliage topped with maroon button flowers on strong, slender stems in late summer. Sanguisorba tenuifolia, (burnet) -- A tall graceful beauty for the August-September garden. Raspberry wine colored bottle brush flowers on 4-6' stems dance in the early morning light and are an attractive compliment to ornamental grasses. Scabiosa Blue Butterfly (pincushion flower) H. Gray-green leaves with lavender-blue flowers. Long bloom period. Scabiosa superba Mongolian Mist (pincushion flower) H. Large dazzling purple-blue full pincushion-like flowers rising above deep green textured mounds of foliage. Sedum Autumn Joy (stonecrop) H. Rich mauve heads, aging to coppery in fall. 18 mound of light green foliage that looks great throughout the season. Sedum Cherry Truffle (stonecrop) H. Two-toned plum & gray-green leaves mature to purple-black in summer. Late summer large clusters of pink flowers on short upright spikes. Drought tolerant. Sedum Desert Red (stonecrop) -- 6 H. Spreading habit. Blue-green foliage. Deep rose-pink flowers in late summer mature to shiny red seed heads. Choice! Sedum Dragon s Blood (stonecrop) H. Red-margined green foliage turns brilliant red with cool fall temperatures. Deep red flowers. Sedum Lemon Drop (stonecrop) -- 6 H. Frosty-green foliage. Bright lemon-yellow flowers. Aug.-Sept. Sedum Rock n Grow Lemonjade (stonecrop) H. Bright citron yellow blossoms rather than the typical pink. Yellow seed heads take on rosy peach tones in cold weather. Compact, mounded habit. Sedum Mr. Goodbud (stonecrop) H. Blue-green serrated foliage with dark red stems which add winter interest. Very large dense heads of light purple buds open to dark purple flowers. Aug.-Sept. Sedum Rock n Grow Pure Joy (stonecrop) H. Forms a low, rounded mound in spring, growing to just under 1' tall by summer. Light green leaves become covered in a dome of bubblegum pink flowers followed by pretty seed heads. Sedum Touchdown Teak (stonecrop) H. Glossy red-brown to purple-brown leaves, red stems, and a vigorous, upright-but low habit. Rose-red flowers in summer. Sedum cauticola Lidakense (pink stonecrop) H. Rounded, bluegreen leaves, flushed with purple. Glistening pink star flowers appear in late summer, clustered at the ends of each stem. Sedum kamtschaticum (stonecrop) -- 4 H. Star-shaped deep golden flowers open from pink buds. Glossy, deep green leaves. Spreads to 10 wide. Late summer. Sedum sieboldii Mediovariegatum (stonecrop) H. Pink flowers. Grey foliage with cream stripe in mid-leaf. Choice variety. Sedum spurium 'Blaze of Fulda' (stonecrop) 1-3"H x 12"W. Dark redorange foliage with clusters of bright rose-pink star-shaped flowers. Creeping variety. Mat forming. Sempervivum Black (hens-and-chicks) H x 6-12 W. Tolerates heat, drought and neglect! Medium rosettes of rich chocolate brown. Spikes of pastel flowers in summer. Sempervivum Desert Bloom (hens-and-chicks) H. Deep graygreen rosettes are highlighted by rosy-red centers. Sempervivum Forest Frost (hens-and-chicks) H x 6-8 W. Small rosettes of apple-green with silvery cobweb threads. Short spikes of pastel flowers in summer. Tolerates heat and drought. Sempervivum Red Rubin (hens-and-chicks) H. Mounding evergreen perennial boasts large rosettes of burgundy-tinged leaves. Sempervivum Rocknoll Rosette (hens-and-chicks) H. Mediumsized rosettes range from deep wine red at the tips to apple green at the base. Sempervivum Twilight Blue (hens-and-chicks) -- Large olive-green leaves shaded lavender, with purple tips. Sempervivum calcareum Mrs. Giuseppi (hens-and-chicks) -- 4 H. Rosettes. Grey-blue leaves with eye-catching triangular tips dipped in rich maroon. Sempervivum, Specialty Blend (hens-and-chicks) -- Rich blend of sempervivum and jovibarba. Short spikes of pastel flowers in summer. Tolerates heat and drought. Solidago Little Lemon (goldenrod) H. Compact with bright, light yellow flowers beginning in late summer and lasting well into fall. Solidago rugosa Fireworks (goldenrod) H. Golden-yellow flowers that appear like fireworks over red-tinged, arching foliage. Clump -forming. Distinctive! Aug-Oct. Stachys byzantina Helene von Stein (lamb s ear, betony) H. Huge grey-green, fuzzy leaves. Clump forming. Good ground cover or front of the border subject. Tolerates hot weather. Stachys officinalis Hummelo (aka Stachys monieri) (lamb s ear, betony) H. Dark green, glossy foliage in a basal mound. Roselavender flower spikes on short stalks all summer. Stachys officinalis Pink Cotton Candy (lamb s ear, betony) -- 2 H. Cotton candy pink flowers. Clumps of green basal foliage. Early to midsummer. Thymus Doone Valley (creeping thyme) H. Tiny deep pink flowers. Spicy lemony fragrance. Good ground cover. Thymus serpyllum Magic Carpet (thyme) -- 2 H. Creeping habit. Very small, hairy leaves with sweet, lemon scent. Carmine-pink flowers. May- July. Tolerates heat and drought conditions. Tradescantia Pink Chablis (spiderwort) H. Triangular bright pink blooms with delicate white edges and central magenta stamens. Attracts butterflies. Repeat blooms in late summer. Tradescantia Sweet Kate (spiderwort) H. Deep blue flowers. Vibrant golden-yellow grass-like foliage. Ideal for borders and woodland settings evenly moist. Tradescantia Concord Grape (spiderwort H. Rich purple flowers; frosty-blue foliage. June-October. Veronia First Love (ironweed) H. Plentiful spikes of fluorescent pink flowers from July-Sept. Deep green foliage. Compact, drought resistant. Veronia Red Fox (ironweed) H. Long flowering variety with tapering stems. Bright pink-red spikes. June-Aug Veronica Magic Show Blue Skywalker (speedwell) H. Tall, full and not too broad. Abundant blue flower spikes that add height and color to late summer plantings. Veronica Purpleicious (speedwell) H. Upright, clumping habit. Dark purple flower spikes. Narrow, lance-shaped medium green leaves. Good cut flower. Long summer bloom time. Veronica Royal Candles (speedwell) H. Violet-blue flowers on branched spikes. Veronica prostrata Aztec Gold (creeping speedwell) H. Mounding clump of rich golden-yellow leaves, contrasting beautifully with the bright-blue flowers in late spring. Veronica spicata Icicle (speedwell) H. Pure white spikes are very pleasing against the light green foliage. Zauschneria garrettii Orange Carpet (California fuchsia) H. Low-growing mat of small green leaves, bearing small scarlet orange trumpet blooms from mid summer into the autumn. 11

12 Rock Garden Perennials If you haven t caught rock gardening fever, it s only a matter of time before you are seeking out those buns, cushions and other compact plants that delight and inspire. We offer many varieties to plant in a small trough, a rock wall, a raised bed, on a large mound in a natural or gardener-made rock formation. Use them to create a miniature or fairy garden. All they require is excellent drainage and most like full sun exposure. Rock Garden plants are located in the SUN TENT. Allium senescens Glaucum (ornamental onion) H. Blue-grey cowlick leaves, rosy flowers. A choice plant, especially for rock gardens. Aug-Sept. Artemisia stelleriana Silver Brocade (dusty miller) H x 24-30W. A recent introduction, makes a dense mat of prostrate foliage. Campanula carpatica Weisse Clips / White Clips (Carpathian bellflower) H. White flowers. Choice rock garden plant. June-Oct. Callirhoe involucrata Wine Cups (poppy mallow) 1999 Plant Select Winner -- 5 H x W. Rich wine red flowers with white eye cover the plant all summer. Most soils. Dianthus Coconut Surprise (pinks) H x 8-10 W. Spicy fragrance. Grey-blue foliage in a compact habit. Long bloom time. Double frilly white petals with a burgundy eye. Dianthus Frosty Fire (pinks) H. Double cherry-red flowers flecked with white. Blue-grey dwarf foliage. Long flowering period. Dianthus Kahori (pinks) H. Compact mound of grey-green foliage topped with pink flowers in spring continuing sporadically through most of the summer. Full sun. Attracts butterflies. Deer resistant. Dianthus Raspberry Swirl (pinks) H. Single, light pink flowers with deep maroon picotee edges and eye. Ages with the pink going to white and the maroon to magenta. Dead heading may get another bloom in the fall. Full sun - Partial shade. Attracts butterflies, deer resistant. Dianthus deltoides Zing Rose (maiden pinks) -- 6 H. Cerise-scarlet flowers cover low, dense green foliage. Long blooming. Summer. Dwarf habit. Well drained soils. Tolerates shade. Dianthus gratianopolitanus Feuerhexe / Firewitch (cheddar pinks) PPA H. Dense blue foliage under bright raspberry-red flowers. Clove-like fragrance. Excellent as a border edger or ground cover for sunny slopes. Cut back spent flowers to promote rebloom. Dianthus deltoides Zing Rose (maiden pinks) -- 6 H. Cerise-scarlet flowers cover low, dense green foliage. Long blooming. Summer. Dwarf habit. Well drained soils. Tolerates shade. Filipendula Kahome (dwarf meadowsweet) H x W. Deep pink flowers over a low mound of ferny leaves. Useful in moist areas. Clumps may be divided easily in spring. Geranium pratense 'Dark Reiter' (meadow cranesbill) H. A fairly new cultivar, has a short mounded habit and dark leaves. Bright lilac-blue blossoms appear in spring, and pinching back after flowering encourages more blooms in fall and helps maintain its neat habit. Geum triflorum (prairie smoke) H. Prairie Smoke is one of the first prairie flowers to bloom in the spring. 3 flowers on long stalks, generally red but may be a reddish shade of pink, purple or brown. Fruit is a dry seed with a 2-inch long feathery plume. The plumes are reminiscent of smoke blowing in the wind. MN Native. Leontopodium alpinum (edelweiss) -- 6 H. Woolly rosette bracts. White foliage. Likes sun and a well-drained, sandy soil. July-Aug. Leptinella squalida Platt s Black (black brass buttons) H.Tiny, almost black leafed, ferny foliage with minute white button-like flowers. Good ground cover or rock garden plant. Lewisia longipetala x cotyledon Little Plum (bitterroot) -- 4 H x 6 W. Evergreen leaves are thick and fleshy, grow in rosettes, and become matlike. Large, intense rose-purple flowers. Requires well-drained soil. May- June and Sept. Nepeta x faassenii Kit Cat (dwarf catmint) H. Grey-green leaves that are highly aromatic when crushed or bruised. Two-lipped blue flowers. Nepeta racemosa Little Titch (dwarf catmint) H. Compact, very long blooming Catmint with deep blue blooms. Aromatic, textured foliage is silvery blue-green with deep veins. Nepeta racemosa Walker s Low (blue catmint) PPA H. Mounds of grey-green foliage. Soft lavender-blue flowers are whorled and borne on spikes. Long blooming. April-Oct. Phlox subulata Atropurpurea (creeping phlox) H. Dark green needle-like leaves, smothered by tiny, bright, rosy-red flowers. Phlox subulata Emerald Blue (creeping phlox) H. Fastspreading, low-growing. Creates a carpet of pale lavender, bluish flowers in the spring. Phlox subulata Snowflake (creeping phlox) H. Loose clusters of large star-shaped, pure white flowers cover the top of this mat-forming creeper. Pulsatilla vulgaris var. rubra (pasqueflower) H. Rich red form of the pasqueflower. Mound of finely dissected foliage with flower stems bearing large red flowers. Pulsatilla vulgaris (pasqueflower) H. Lavender bell-shaped flowers. Ranunculus repens Buttered Popcorn (gold variegated buttercup) H. Gold, chartreuse, and green variegated serrated leaves. Most colorful in sun. Yellow flowers. Good ground cover. Sedum Autumn Joy (stonecrop) H. Rich mauve heads, aging to coppery in fall. 18 mound of light green foliage that looks great throughout the season. Sedum Desert Red (stonecrop) -- 6 H. Spreading habit. Blue-green foliage. Deep rose-pink flowers in late summer mature to shiny red seed heads. Choice! Sedum Dragon s Blood (stonecrop) H. Red-margined green foliage turns brilliant red with cool fall temperatures. Deep red flowers. Sedum Lemon Drop (stonecrop) -- 6 H. Frosty-green foliage. Bright lemon-yellow flowers. Aug.-Sept. Sedum Rock n Grow Pure Joy (stonecrop) H. Forms a low, rounded mound in spring, growing to just under 1' tall by summer. Light green leaves become covered in a dome of bubblegum pink flowers followed by pretty seed heads. Sedum cauticola Lidakense (pink stonecrop) H. Rounded, bluegreen leaves, flushed with purple. Glistening pink star flowers appear in late summer, clustered at the ends of each stem. Sedum kamtschaticum (stonecrop) -- 4 H. Star-shaped deep golden flowers open from pink buds. Glossy, deep green leaves. Spreads to 10 wide. Late summer. Sedum sieboldii Mediovariegatum (stonecrop) H. Pink flowers. Grey foliage with cream stripe in mid-leaf. Choice variety. Sedum spurium 'Blaze of Fulda' (stonecrop) 1-3"H x 12"W. Dark redorange foliage with clusters of bright rose-pink star-shaped flowers. Creeping variety. Mat forming. Sempervivum Black (hens-and-chicks) H x 6-12 W. Tolerates heat, drought and neglect! Medium rosettes of rich chocolate brown. Spikes of pastel flowers in summer. Sempervivum Desert Bloom (hens-and-chicks) H. Deep graygreen rosettes are highlighted by rosy-red centers. Sempervivum Forest Frost (hens-and-chicks) H x 6-8 W. Small rosettes of apple-green with silvery cobweb threads. Short spikes of pastel flowers in summer. Tolerates heat and drought. Sempervivum Red Rubin (hens-and-chicks) H. Mounding evergreen perennial boasts large rosettes of burgundy-tinged leaves. Sempervivum Rocknoll Rosette (hens-and-chicks) H. Mediumsized rosettes range from deep wine red at the tips to apple green at the base. Sempervivum Twilight Blue (hens-and-chicks) -- Large olive-green leaves shaded lavender, with purple tips. Sempervivum calcareum Mrs. Giuseppi (hens-and-chicks) -- 4 H. Rosettes. Grey-blue leaves with eye-catching triangular tips dipped in rich maroon. Sempervivum, Specialty Blend (hens-and-chicks) -- Rich blend of sempervivum and jovibarba. Short spikes of pastel flowers in summer. Tolerates heat and drought. Thymus Doone Valley (creeping thyme) H. Tiny deep pink flowers. Spicy lemony fragrance. Good ground cover. 12

13 Rock Garden, Continued Thymus serpyllum Magic Carpet (thyme) -- 2 H. Creeping habit. Very small, hairy leaves with sweet, lemon scent. Carmine-pink flowers. May-July. Tolerates heat and drought conditions. Veronica prostrata Aztec Gold (creeping speedwell) H. Mounding clump of rich golden-yellow leaves, contrasting beautifully with the bright-blue flowers in late spring. Zauschneria garrettii Orange Carpet (California fuchsia) H. Low-growing mat of small green leaves, bearing small scarlet orange trumpet blooms from mid summer into the autumn. Annuals You will find Annuals outside of the Hosta Building Aeonium Kiwi (Aeonium percarneum Kiwi ) -- Succulent -- Part sun. Rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves that are brilliantly colored. The leaves in the center are pale yellow and progressively the leaves get greener to the outside of the rosette. The edges of the leaves are red. Yellow flowers bloom in the summer. Alternanthera Grenadine (Alternanthera ficoidea 'Grenadine') (Joseph s coat) -- Sun/Part Shade H x 9-12 W. With bright burgundy leaves and rich pink veins, the leaves on this plant are striking and unique. Alternanthera Red Threads (Alternanthera ficoidea Red Threads ) (Joseph s coat) -- Sun/Part Shade H x 9-12 W. Slender-leaved perennial selection that doesn't wander, forming a textured carpet in shades of deep burgundy. Begonia Dragon Wing Pink (Begonia aconitifolia x B. coccinea Dragon Wing Pink ) -- Part Shade/Shade H. Rosy pink flowers. Leaves become bronze tinged in sunlight. Begonias are one of the few plants that bloom under almost any light conditions, but they do best in light shade. Begonia Dragon Wing Red (Begonia aconitifolia x B. coccinea Dragon Wing Red ) -- Part Shade/Shade H. Scarlet Red flowers. Leaves become bronze tinged in sunlight. Begonias are one of the few plants that bloom under almost any light conditions, but they do best in light shade. Capsicum NuMex Easter (Capsicum annuum NuMex Easter ) (ornamental pepper) -- Sun. 10 H. Small clusters of fruits on top of plant in colors from lavender to light yellow maturing to light orange. Cotyledon (Cotyledon tomentosa subsp. ladismithiensis) (bear s paw) -- Succulent -- Sun. The leaves are yellow-green, with 1-3 teeth. The flowers are orange-red to almost yellow in color. Crassula Campfire (Crassula coccinea Campfire ) -- Succulent -- Sun/Part Shade. Light green foliage maturing to striking, flame-like coloration of reddish-orange. A must for trough gardens. Cuphea (Cuphea cyanea) (cigar plant) -- Sun/Bright Shade. Bright pink tube; bright yellow corolla with two, maroon petals (Bat's Ears) and red stamens. Bluish foliage. Good in combos. Dichondra Silver Falls (Dichondra argentea Silver Falls ) -- Sun. Trailing, vigorous, fan-shaped silver foliage on silver stems, very heat and drought tolerant. Echeveria Painted Lady (Echeveria derenbergii Painted Lady ) -- Small rosettes of triangular shaped leaves with red margins. Clusters of yellow flowers with red tips. Evolvulus Blue my Mind (Evolvulus hybrida Blue my Mind ) -- Sun H. Miniature, indigo-blue, morning glory flowers cover spreading plants. For containers, baskets, and bedding. Gaura Siskiyou Pink (Gaura lindheimeri Siskiyou Pink ) -- Sun H. Butterfly-like rose-pink flowers open from deep maroon buds on rigid wiry stems. May-Aug. Heliotrope Marino Blue (Heliotropium arborescens 'Marino Blue') -- Part Sun. 15 H. Features beautiful clusters of fragrant royal blue flowers with white overtones at the ends of the stems from late spring to early fall. Toxic Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Coral (Impatiens x hybrida SunPatiens Compact Coral ) -- Sun/Shade H. Upright. Large flowers with coral-pink tones. Unaffected by Downy Mildew. Impatiens SunPatiens Compact Tropical Rose (Impatiens x hybrida SunPatiens Compact Tropical Rose ) -- Sun/Shade H. Upright. Large flowers with magenta-red tones. Unaffected by Downy Mildew. Impatiens SunPatiens Spreading Carmine Red (Impatiens x hybrida SunPatiens Spreading Carmine Red ) -- Sun/Shade. 36 H. Spreading. A large variety with pinkish-red flowers. Unaffected by Downy Mildew. Impatiens SunPatiens Spreading Tropical Orange (Impatiens x hybrida SunPatiens Spreading Tropical Orange ) -- Sun/Shade. 36 h. Spreading. Another large variety. This one with orange flowers and variegated foliage. Unaffected by Downy Mildew. Lampranthus Pink Vygle (Lampranthus blandus Pink Vygle ) -- Succulent -- Produces masses of pale pink blooms which dance above mint-green foliage. Lantana Bandana Cherry Sunrise (Lantana camara Bandana Cherry Sunrise ) -- Sun. 24 H. Tubular flower clusters are multicolored yellow, orange and red. Lantana Bandana Red (Lantana camara Bandana Red ) -- Sun. 24 H. Tubular flower clusters are multicolored red with yellow overtones. Lantana, Landmark Citrus (Lantana camara Landmark Citrus ) -- Sun. 24 H. Tubular flower clusters are orange flowers with yellow centers. Lantana Landmark Yellow (Lantana camara Landmark Yellow ) -- Sun. 24 H. Tubular flower clusters are light to brilliant yellow. Marigold Durango Bee (Tagetes patula Durango Bee ) (French marigold) -- Sun H. Rich, orange and yellow anemonelike flower heads. Early flowering. Marigold Fireball (Tagetes patula Fireball ) (French marigold) -- Sun H. Blooms start out a very dark, bronze red in early spring and finish to a fiery orange as the flowers mature. Marigold Lemon Drop (Tagetes patula Lemon Drop ) (French marigold) Sun. 5-8 H. Sunny yellow, petite flower on small, compact plants. Lemon Drop adds a bright spot of color to the front of the bed, patio containers, and window boxes. Morning Glory Grandpa Ott (Ipomoea imperialis Grandpa Ott ) -- Heirloom -- Sun H. Intense violet-blue, with a ruby red star produced in profusion. Morning Glory Heavenly Blue (Ipomoea imperialis Heavenly Blue ) -- Sun. 6-8 H. Sky blue trumpet flowers with white throats. Morning Glory Scarlet O Hara (Ipomoea nil Scarlet O Hara ) -- Sun H. Fast-growing vines with attractive foliage and cheerful rosy red 3-4" flowers. Origanum Amethyst Falls (Origanum Amethyst Falls ) Sun H x 24 W. Amethyst flowers hang from hop-like cones with textured glaucous blue leaves. Spicy scent. Cones dry and extend the bloom time. Ruellia (Ruellia brittoniana) (Mexican petunia) -- Sun/Part Shade. 1-3 H. Willow-like foliage constantly covered with 1-2", rich blue, petunia-like flowers all summer. Salvia Amistad (Salvia guaranitica x Salvia gesneriiflora) -- Sun/ Part Shade. 3-5 H. This spectacular variety has huge violet-purple flowers held by dark blue-black calyxes. Salvia Black and Bloom (Salvia guaranitica 'Black and Bloom') -- Sun/Part Shade. 2-3 H. Deep cobalt blue flowers with black calyces. Flowers appear on spikes to 15 long over a long mid-summer to fall bloom. 13

14 Annuals, Continued Salvia Wendy s Wish (Salvia hybrida Wendy s Wish ) -- Sun/Part Shade. 2-3 H. Vivid magenta tubular flowers with fluted tips will attract hummingbirds in droves from late spring until fall! Large glossy foliage. Sedum japonicum Tokyo Sun -- Succulent -- Sun (stonecrop)--2 H x 8 W. Tiny yellow succulent leaves. Best yellow color in sun, more lime-green in shade. Senecio spp. Mini Blue -- Succulent -- 4 H. Sun/Part Shade. Dwarf form of South Africa's Senecio repens. Powder blue, cylindrical, tapered leaves; white pom pom flower heads. Talinum paniculatum Kingwood Gold (golden jewels of Opar) -- Sun. 18 H x W. Bright pink flowers and reddish seed pods on tender golden foliage. Seed pods can be dried. Zinnia elegans Magellan Mix -- Sun H. Large, fully double 4 to 5 inch blooms in electrifying colors of coral, cherry, ivory, orange, pink, scarlet, salmon and yellow. Zinnia elegans State Fair -- Sun H. Jumbo 5" semi-double dahlia-type flowers, a wide range of colors and tall, robust plants. Colors include red, yellow, orange, purple, pink, white and bi-colors. Zinnia Profusion 5-Color Mix -- Sun H. Highly prolific bloomers produce masses of 2" semi-double apricot, cherry, fire, orange and white flowers. Annual Kits Check out the My Garden Combo Kits located near the Hosta Building. These kits, including seven plants in professionally designed combinations, are ready for planting in patio containers, window boxes or ground beds. Combinations for both sun and shade are available with color schemes to tempt every gardener. The plants are grown in eco-friendly fiber wrap pots, eliminating plastic waste. These pots can be placed directly into the soil and will compost away over the summer. Come and pick your favorites for that special container or spot in your garden. Andersen Horticultural Library The Andersen Horticultural Library is a non-circulating reading and reference library, part of the University of Minnesota library system and the only horticultural research library in the Upper Midwest. The collection includes 10,000 volumes, more than 500 periodicals on horticulture, botany, natural history and landscape architecture. It maintains one of the largest seed and nursery catalogue collections in the country, including over 1,200 current and over 100,000 historical catalogues dating to the mid-1800 s. SPECIAL AUXILIARY CREATIONS Auxiliary members have created some very special Garden Embellishments including toad houses, garden mushrooms, hypertufa and basket pots. They will all be available at this year s Auxiliary Plant Sale Calendar of Auxiliary Events Summer Garden Tours: Sunday, July 16 Tuesday, July 18 & Wednesday, July 19 Fall Harvest Sale: Saturday, September 23 & Sunday, September 24 Quilt Raffle Drawing: Saturday, September 23 Holiday Sale: Friday, December 1, Saturday, December 2 & Sunday, December 3 For more information about the Auxiliary events or becoming an Auxiliary member: or arbaux@umn.edu Whether you are an Arboretum visitor who wants to know more about an interesting tree you ve seen, a scholar who wants to research the origin of plant species or an avid gardener who wishes to locate a rare plant for your own garden, then you need to visit the Andersen Horticultural Library in the Snyder Building at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Friendly and knowledgeable staff are on hand to help you. 14

15 Hemerocallis (Daylily) One of the most popular perennials available, Daylilies have been cultivated since Roman times. There are thousands of cultivars in nearly every color except blue. Low maintenance, they will grow in just about any soil with no serious pests. Excellent for borders or mass plantings. Careful selection will provide you with blossoms spring to fall. Daylilies are found in the Sun Tent VE-Very Early, E-Early, EM Early Mid-season, M-Mid-season, LM-Late Mid-season, L-Late. Hemerocallis Apricot Sparkles (daylily) H. Apricot flowers with a light dusting. Blooms in early June and continues into fall with a succession of 2 stems, each bearing 9 10 buds. EM. Hemerocallis Bela Lugosi (daylily) H. Purple flower with lime green throat. Very sun fast. M. Hemerocallis Bright Sunset (daylily) H. Burnt copperyorange flower with a golden-orange band and small green throat. Ruffled edges. Dark green foliage. Very fragrant. E. Hemerocallis Lavender Blue Baby (daylily) H. Lavender blue eye set against lavender pink petals. The glowing green throat accents the bold color. EM. Hemerocallis Pardon Me (daylily) --18 H. Repeat bloomer. Great red variety with a rich dark wine-red with yellow-green throat. High bud count. M. Hemerocallis Passionate Returns (daylily) H. Blooms for about 3 ½ months. 4, rosy red, ruffled flowers have perfect form. LM. Hemerocallis Purple de Oro (daylily) H. Purple flower with light midribs and gold-green throat. Fragrant. Reblooming EM. Hemerocallis Ruby Stella (daylily) H. Fragrant, ruby-red trumpet-shaped flowers. Long blooming. E to L. Hemerocallis Stella de Oro (daylily) H. Starts blooming in June and continues throughout the summer if seed pods are removed and if grown in rich, fertile soil. Golden-yellow flowers. E to L. Hemerocallis Strawberry Candy (daylily) --6 H. Strawberry-pink flower. EM. Hemerocallis Strutter s Ball (Trophytaker daylily) H. This selection features large, six-inch, deep cranberry-purple flowers with a lemon throat. LM. Hemerocallis Sunday Gloves (daylily) H. Near white daylilies. Fragrant, 5½" flowers have pale yellow eyes and slightly green throats. EM. Martagon Lily Martagon Lilies are a group of shade loving lilies that thrive in moist, well-drained soil. They can take a season to settle in but will reward your patience with years of exquisite flowers. Truly an under-used plant that grows very well in our area. They make great companions for Hosta. You will find Martagon Lilies in the SHADE BUILDING. Lilium martagon x Arabian Knight H. Up to twenty nodding recurved blooms are rusty-red with large creamy-gold spots. Hybridized by George Slate, named by Hugh and Ruth Cocker, Rochester, MN. June. Lilium martagon x Claude Shride H. Fifteen to twenty purplish-red recurved blooms with a few yellow-orange spots and slightly ruffled petals. Named for the hybridizer Claude Shride by Hugh and Ruth Cocker of Rochester, MN. June. Lilium martagon x Fairy Morning --3 H. New! Light pink base color with lemon yellow flares and small red spots. Orange pollen, looks like a shooting star. June. Lilium martagon x Guinea Gold H. Pink buds open to delicate buttercup-yellow flowers that blend to pastel pink. Accented with brown spots. Hybridized by Frank Skinner of Canada in June. Lilium martagon x Orange Marmalade H. Striking dark orange-red outfacing flowers on rather tall stems. Pollen-free. Hybridized by Ed Robinson of Canada. June. Lilium martagon x Sunny Morning H. Striking deep orangeyellow recurved flowers with gold circular spots. Hybridized and named in Holland. Formerly known as Nicotine. Very desirable. June. Lilium martagon x Lilium Hansonii Terrace City H. Beautiful pastels, soft yellow flowers blending to baby pink tips with delicate spotted pattern. Fifteen to twenty blooms in a perfect candelabrum. May-June. Hardy Lily Bulbs Come early for best selection of hardy lily bulbs: Newest and old favorite Asiatics in a kaleidoscope of colors and patterns, richly fragrant Trumpet lilies, spicy Orientals, newest and classic Orienpets, rich in color and fragrance. For the shady garden there is a good variety of Martagon lilies in pots and bulbs. We promise you will find many lily varieties that you will find nowhere else. 15

16 Paeonia (Peony) The peony is a true king of the garden. Peonies are easy to grow, preferring full sun & rich well-drained soil. They are excellent in the border, as a hedge or as an accent plant. Do not plant too deeply or fertilize too heavily, as this may cause non-blooming. Plant the eyes no deeper that 2 below soil level. Use a sturdy hoop to provide the needed support for the taller varieties. Peonies are found outside on the east side of the HERB BUILDING. VE-Very Early, E-Early, EM Early Mid-season, M-Mid-season, LM-Late Mid-season, L-Late. Paeonia Bartzella (peony) H. Semi-double. Large lemonyellow flowers with soft red center flares. Upright flowers. This cross between an herbaceous and a tree peony will tolerate some shade. E to M. Paeonia Battle Flag (peony) -- Rare variety not usually offered. Deep red outer guard petals with the center staminodes speckled with gold tips. Unusual and refined. Paeonia Carefree (peony) H. Japanese type of a medium red color. Blossoms open freely and abundantly. Very dependable. M. Paeonia Cora Louise (peony) H. Semi-double. White flowers with striking deep lavender flares. Slightly fragrant. E to M. Paeonia Coral Charm (peony) H. Semi-double. Large coral to peach flowers. Vigorous bush. E. Paeonia Cornelia Shaylor (peony) -- Double. Pale rose petals with a collar of white in its center. Fades to white after opening. L. Paeonia David Harum (peony) -- Double. Light crimson flower. Good cut flower. M. Paeonia Do Tell (peony) -- Japanese type. Soft pink flower with rose center. Pleasing color combination. M. Paeonia Douglas Brand (peony) -- Double. Brilliant, full double red flowers on strong stems. Flowers 9-10 dia. All-time best peony for Midwest gardens. M. Paeonia Duchesse de Nemours (peony) -- Double. One of the oldest peonies still in commerce. Deeply cupped white double with a hint of yellow in the center. Fragrant. M. Paeonia Duluth (peony) H. Double. Fine foliage of a deep rich green. White flowers. A variety that is not well known. L. Paeonia Edward F. Flynn (peony) -- Double. Brilliant dark red. Compact plant. L. Paeonia Eliza Lundy (peony) H. Double hybrid. Miniature Red Charm in flower form. Deep maroon flowers. E. Paeonia Ella Christiansen (peony) -- Double. Medium pink, fragrant flowers. Good cut flower. LM. Paeonia Elsa Sass (peony) -- Double. Creamy-white flowers. One of the best double whites ever introduced. L. Paeonia Elsie Picket (peony) -- Double. Dark pink flowers. M. Paeonia Fairy Princess (peony) H. Single. True red petals surround yellow stamens. Holds up to the rain. E. Paeonia Faribo Gold (peony) -- Japanese type. Brilliant yellow center surrounded by white guard petals. Excellent grower. Holds up in the rain. M. Paeonia Fern Leaf (peony) -- Double. Rare. Crimson double flowers on bright green, fern-like foliage. Prefers lighter soil. E. Paeonia Festiva Maxima (peony) -- Double. Fragrant, white flowers with prominent crimson flakes on central petals. E. Paeonia Florence Nichols (peony) H. White, mixed-width petals. Very fragrant. L. Paeonia Frances Willard (peony) -- Double. Opens pale pink changing to white with yellow suffusion in collar. M. Paeonia Friendship (peony) -- Single. Bright pink flower edged in white. A floriferous hybrid short in stature. Blooms before most garden peonies. E. Paeonia Gay Paree (peony) H. Japanese type. Cerise-pink outer guard petals surround a creamy-white center. L. Paeonia Green Lotus (peony) H. Single. White flowers with streaks of lime-green and soft pink highlights. E. Paeonia Henry Sass (peony) -- Double. Large pure white flowers. LM. Paeonia Laura Dessert (peony) H. Double anemone type. Soft lemon-yellow. M. Paeonia Loretta Frank (peony) -- Single. Dark pink flower. Medium size plant with stiff stems. It is a good bloomer and keeps well when cut. E. Paeonia Lottie Dawson Rea (peony) H. Double. Light pink flower with exquisite tints. Lightly fragrant. M. Paeonia Missie s Blush (peony) H. Double. Blush flowers may fade to white. Very fragrant. M. Paeonia Mme. Butterfly (peony) H. Japanese type. Purplerose flowers. Holds up well in rain. M. Paeonia Mrs. A.M. Brand (peony) H. Double. Very large, fragrant, clear white flowers. Heavy rich green foliage. L. Paeonia Mrs. Euclid Snow (peony) H. Double. Fragrant, delicate flesh-pink flowers fade to creamy-pink. Rays of deeper pink spread throughout the blossom. M. Paeonia Myrtle Tischler (peony) H. Double. A large flower of excellent deep rose-pink color. Blooms 9-10 dia. Tall stiff stems that can carry this large, flat bloom. Blooms are fully double and the foliage is bright green. M. Paeonia Nick Shaylor (peony) H. Double. Large, flesh-pink flowers with markings of a deep pink. Dark green foliage. L. Paeonia Nippon Beauty (peony) H. Japanese type. Deep red with gold-tipped centers. Petals, petaloids and tips of the carpels all the same color. M. Paeonia Nippon Gold (peony) H. Japanese type. Medium pink guard petals surround finely divided staminodes. Blooms hold their color and form longer than most. M. Paeonia Norma Volz (peony) H. Double. Very large white flowers with a pink blush. Strong stems, dark green foliage. Fragrant. L. Paeonia Paul M. Wild (peony) -- Double. Large, full double red flower which retains its color in the heat. Medium height, strong stems. M to L. Paeonia Paula Fay (peony) H. Semi-double. Radiant rosepink flowers that open well, dark foliage. A tidy garden plant. E. Paeonia Pink Hawaiian Coral (peony) H. Semi-double. Coral flower with delicate yellow stamens. Fragrant. E. Paeonia Red Charm (peony) H. One of the top hybrid peonies in the country. A true red with perfectly formed, bomb-shaped flowers. Stiff stems hold blooms erect. E. Paeonia Red Grace (peony) H. Double. Bright, deep red, large, globe-shaped flowers. E. Paeonia Requiem (peony) H. Single. White blooms with a hint of pink when first open. Tall macrophylla hybrid with very dark green foliage. Pistils have lovely red tops. Spicy fragrance. E. Paeonia Sarah Bernhardt (peony) H. Double. Classic peony. Dark rose pink, double flower with an occasional stamen. Strong plant. L. Paeonia Scarlet O Hara (peony) H. Single. Fiery red flowers. Robust, strong stems. Very long blooming. E. Paeonia The Fawn (peony) H. Double. Pink with darker speckles scattered throughout the blooms. The color fades towards the edges, Midseason. Paeonia Tish (peony) H. Japanese type. Tall. Dark red flower with gold-tipped center. Blooms freely on strong healthy plants. M. Paeonia Topeka Garnet (peony) H. Single. Rich garnet-red flower. Unique color. Abundant bloomer. M. Paeonia Vivid Rose (peony) H. Double. Bright pink, fragrant flowers. LM. Paeonia Westerner (peony) H. Japanese type. Tall plant with large medium pink flowers with yellow centers. M. Paeonia x smouthii (peony) H. Single. Rare. Brilliant magentared blooms with yellow stamens. Finely divided leaves. Native from Ural Mountains of Russia to Pamir Mountains of Central Asia. E. 16

17 Rosa (Roses) Our custom is to offer you shrub roses that have been grown on their own roots. In cold climates, own-root roses tend to be hardier and remain true to the original variety should they die back to the ground in the winter. Most modern shrub roses have been developed for disease resistance which lessen the need for chemical spraying. All are winter hardy for Zone 4 and do not require 'tipping'. The roses are potted for your convenience. The newly developed roots are fragile and may be damaged during transplanting which could cause growth set-back. Please use caution when spreading the root systems. You will find Roses outdoors on the east side of the Hosta Building. Rosa Above and Beyond First Editions U.S.A., (10-14ft H) Large flowered climber, clusters of five or more orange buds per stem open into apricot semi-double to double flowers, recurrent bloom, extreme cane hardiness, resistant to fungal diseases. Rosa All the Rage Easy Elegance -- Shrub U.S.A., (3-5ft H) Multi-colored rose with tight coral buds swirling open to apricotcolored blossoms with luminous yellow centers. Blooms age to lipstick pink before dropping cleanly away. Everblooming. Rosa Campfire First Editions -- Shrub Canadian Artist Series, (3ft H.) Blooms are pink bi-color, everblooming, semi-double blooms, with dark green glossy foliage. Excellent disease resistance. Rosa Champagne Wishes Easy Elegance -- Shrub U.S.A., (3-4ft H) Clusters of soft apricot buds open to shades of antique white with a hint of apricot. Double recurrent blooms. Superior disease resistance. Rosa Como Park Easy Elegance -- Shrub U.S.A., (2-3ft H) Blooms early, producing masses of lightly-scented, 3-inch double recurrent blossoms that will blanket your shrub in red brilliance from late spring until early fall. Dark, glossy green foliage is disease resistant Rosa Foxi Pavement / Buffalo Gal -- hybrid rugosa Germany, (2.5-4ft H) The loosely arranged semi-double blooms appear repeatedly in intensely fragrant clusters of deep lavender pink backed by dense, glossy foliage of light green. Autumn characteristically brings a display of dark red hips along with the added bonus of colorful fall foliage. Rosa Henry Kelsey (Kordesii x hybrida) -- Explorer Series Canada. (7-10ft H) This is a hardy climber with medium red semidouble blooms (25 petals) in large clusters. It blooms repeatedly and has a spicy fragrance. The long canes have a trailing habit, or will climb with support. Rosa High Voltage Easy Elegance -- Shrub U.S.A., (4-5ft H) Shockingly beautiful clusters of double yellow blossoms are held high on sturdy canes. Super clean foliage complements the fragrant blooms. Upright, vase-shaped habit will stand up in the back of the border or stand out as an accent. Recurrent bloomer. Rosa Lena Northern Accents -- Shrub U.S.A., (2-3ft H) Lena is blanketed in stunning frilly white flowers with pink tips at the ends of the stems from late spring to early fall. The flowers are excellent for cutting. It has green foliage throughout the season. The fruits are red hips displayed in late fall. Everblooming. Excellent disease resistance. Developed by Kathy Zuzek, University of MN. Rosa Lillian Gibson -- Hybrid Blanda U.S.A., (5-10ft H) Lillian Gibson' is a large-growing hardy rose, which produces an abundance of lightly scented double light pink flowers in early summer; tall, bushy and upright habit. No repeat bloom. Hardy and resistant to disease. Dr. Leon Snyder s favorite rose. Dr. Snyder was the first director of our Arboretum from 1958 until Rosa Little Mischief Easy Elegance -- Shrub U.S.A., (2-3ft H) Compact everblooming rascal with new blooms of deep-pink with a white eye contrast nicely with the older, lighter pink blooms. Low-growing habit and disease-resistant foliage. Rosa Morden Sunrise Parkland Series. -- Shrub Canada, (2-3ft H) Fragrant, semi-double blooms are held in trusses of up to 15 flowers, opening orange, aging to bright yellow and finally creamy white. A low-growing, hardy shrub with upright canes and glossy, deep green foliage. Everblooming. Rosa My Girl Easy Elegance -- Shrub U.S.A., (3-5ft H) Adorable, round, deep pink buds are held in cluster of 5 to 30, opening to ruffled blossoms so full they almost hide the centers. Offers tremendous flower effect. Backed by medium green foliage, proven to be highly resistant to black spot with little to no defoliation. Compact, upright habit with good repeat bloom. Rosa Mystic Fairy Easy Elegance -- Shrub U.S.A., (3-4ft H) Blooms of rich red with pink undertones carpet the plant in massive clusters all summer long. New foliage is glossy red, which slowly gives way to dark green mature leaves, a striking complement to the blooms. This compact, vigorous shrub rose is crown hardy to zone 4 and resistant to both blackspot and mildew. Everblooming. Rosa Super Hero Easy Elegance -- Shrub U.S.A., (3-6ft H) Clusters of perfect, red hybrid tea-shaped blossoms stand out strongly against clean, medium to dark green, satiny foliage. Try this neat, compact, disease-resistant shrub in the border or foundation planting. Everblooming. Rosa Ole Northern Accents -- Shrub U.S.A., (2-3ft H) Has double light pink, everblooming, masses of flowers. Above average disease resistance. Compact habit. Developed by Kathy Zuzek, University of MN. Rosa Sigrid Northern Accents -- Shrub U.S.A., (3-4ft H) The flower color is intense and everchanging through the season. Cool weather will produce deeper red color in the blooms, hot weather results in a vibrant lilac pink. Fully double flowers are borne in enormous clusters. Everblooming. Excellent disease resistance. Developed by Kathy Zuzek, University of MN. Rosa Summer Waltz -- Shrub U.S.A., (4-4.5ft H) Is covered with double-cupped frilly pink flowers, everblooming through-out the season until frost. The lightly fragrant flowers fade to light pink as they age. Above average disease resistance. U of MN Introduction. Rosa Sven Northern Accents -- Shrub U.S.A., (2-3ft H) Exhibits unique color ranges from violet to mauve to rich dark pink. Masses of blooms cover this compact, low-maintenance shrub followed by a good showing of hips in the fall. The fragrant pink blooms contrast beautifully with the dark green foliage. Everblooming. Above average disease resistance. Developed by Kathy Zuzek, University of MN. 17