Horsford Gardens & Nursery

Panicum 'Northwind'
Switch Grass

ZONE 4, HT 5-6’, FULL SUN
A great grass for anywhere in the landscape. The dark green upright foliage can be admired as a specimen, alongside ponds and streams, or in large container plantings. The unique seed heads are arranged at the center of the plant in late summer.

Panicum 'Shenandoah'
Shenandoah Red Switch Grass

ZONE 4-10, HT 4', SUN
A compact and upright form, this plant's leaves begin blue-green in early summer, take on dark red tones by July and turn completely wine colored by September.

Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'
Heavy Metal Switch Grass

ZONE 4, HT 60", SUN/PART SHADE
Its glaucous-blue leaves have a very erect growth habit giving this grass a more formal look, softened by the appearance of its seed heads. Tolerates many soils.

Papaver orientale 'Carmen'
Oriental Poppy

ZONE 3, HT 20", SUN
Bold red flowers will make a showy statement in your garden in early summer. Velvety fringed petals with black centers. Foliage often goes dormant after blooming and will begin growing again once the temperatures cool down. Simply just plant a bushy perennial, such as Calamintha or Coreopsis, to hide the dormant foliage.

Papaver orientale 'Manhattan'
Oriental Poppy

ZONES 3-7, HT 30", FULL SUN
These poppies have deep rose-pink blooms with striking black centers. They bloom in late spring to early summer, then the foliage dies back. Be sure to plant them where other perennials or annuals will fill in the gap.

Papaver orientale 'Patty's Plum'
Oriental Poppy

ZONE 3-9, HT 32", SUN
Very unusual dark plum flowers fade to a chocolate brown. Blooms in late May to June. Prefers well-drained soil.

Papaver orientale 'Prince of Orange '
Oriental Poppy

ZONE 3-7, HT 30", SUN
Four- to five-inch large orange flowers with black centers bloom in May. Plant in sandy, loamy soil. Foliage will go dormant in the middle of summer and reappear in early fall.

Papaver orientale 'Queen Alexander'
Oriental Poppy

ZONE 3-7, HT 30", SUN
Beautiful, clear salmon-pink flowers, 4-5" across, bloom in May. Plant in sandy, loamy soil. Pair with annuals or late-blooming perennials since the fuzzy foliage will go dormant in mid summer.

Papaver orientale 'Scarlet O'Hara'
Oriental Poppy

ZONE 3, HT 16", SUN
This floriferous variety has beautiful scarlet red flowers and lush, dark green foliage. Plant in full sun and well drained soil and enjoy vibrant blooms in late spring. Makes a great cut flower and interesting addition to a dried bouquet.

Papaver orientale 'Turkenlouis'
Oriental Poppy

ZONE 3, HT 30", SUN
This is one of the hottest poppies you will find. Dark orange-red frilly blooms appear in early summer. Shimmering fringed petals and light green foliage look great with brightly colored annuals. Plant in groups of 3 for the most impact.

Pardancanda norrisii
Candylily

ZONE 5-10, HT 24-36", SUN
A mix of many colors -- a rainbow if you will. Flowers in summer and fall, takes any kind of soil, and tolerates heat well. Attractive, iris-like foliage.

Pennisetum alopecuroides
Fountain Grass

ZONE 5-9, HT 3-4', SUN
Narrow green leaves, lush arching foliage. Fountain grass is an excellent plant for mass plantings, groupings or as a specimen plant. Attractive silvery-brown flower spikes appear in late summer, last into winter, and make great additions to your flower arrangements. Hardiness has been debated, but they have survived several years at the Burlington Country Club.

Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'
Dwarf Fountain Grass

ZONE 5, HT 2-3', SP 1-2', SUN
A compact form of fountain grass. Seed heads appear in July and open greenish-white, then turn creamy tan. Prefers well drained soil. In areas without much winter snow cover, mulching is advised. Forms an upright arching clump. Great for the borderd, containers, or mass plantings!

Penstemon barbatus 'Elfin Pink'
Beardtongue

ZONE 3-8, HT 12", SUN/PART SUN
Stunning bright pink flowers in June and July. Well-drained soil.

Penstemon barbatus 'Pinacolada'
Beardtongue

ZONE 4, HT 8-12", SUN
This variety begins flowering in early summer, much earlier than the other Penstemons. It produces lush panicles of deep violet flowers that last well into the summer. Likes very well drained soils. Plant this in your sun garden and watch as all the hummingbirds flock right to it to feed on the nectar of the gorgeous flowers.

Penstemon barbatus 'Prairie Dusk'
Beardtongue

ZONE 3-8, HT 20", SUN/PART SUN
Rosy purple flowers in June and July on flower spikes that look a bit like snapdragons and will add a vertical element to your garden. Well-drained soil.

Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'
Beardtongue

ZONE 3-8, HT 30", SUN
An introduction from the University of Nebraska. Bronze-red foliage and white flowers with a tint of pink in late spring and early summer. Drought tolerant.

Penstemon 'Magdalena Sunshine' Beardtongue

ZONE 4, HT 18-24", SUN
Bright sunny yellow flowers bloom over smoothly textured, light green foliage from midspring to midsummer. The perfect rock garden plant. Drought tolerant, deer resistant, and easy to grow!

Penstemon 'Prairie Splendor' Beardtongue

ZONE 4, HT 18-24", SUN
Use this perennial to bring hummingbirds to your rock garden. Blooms in early summer in shades of rose, lavender, and white. Pair with Butterfly Weed and Foxglove for a great combination. Requires very well drained soils and lots of sun.

Perovskia atriplicifolia
Russian Sage

ZONE 4-9, HT 36-48", SUN
Long spikes of silvery-blue flowers on tall plants in late summer. Aromatic foliage. Everyone seems to want this plant -- we sell out every year! Leave last year's stems until you see new growth in the spring, then
cut back to about 4-6"" from the ground.

Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Blackfield'
Fleece Flower

ZONE 4, HT 36-40", PT/FULL SUN
A very showy perennial! Bottle brush like flowers bloom all summer in shades of red. Will naturalize is moist areas but also does well in dry sites. Even grows in clay. Deadheading will help to encourage new blooms. Attracts butterflies!

Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Firetail'
Fleece Flower

ZONE 4, HT 3-6', SUN/PT SUN
Bright crimson spikey flowers bloom all summer and then into fall. Arrow shaped dark green foliage takes on some fall color. Naturalizes well. A vigorous grower, but not invasive. One plant can grow up to 4' wide. Grows best in sun and somewhat moist soil.

Persicaria bistorta 'Superba'
Japanese Fleece Flower

ZONE 4-8, HT 24", PART SUN
Formerly known as Polygonum, its showy, pale-lilac bottlebrush flowers bloom in early summer over a bed of slender light green leaves. People want some every year when it blooms in our shade garden. Prefers some shade during the heat of summer. Good fall color. Spreading but not invasive.

Persicaria Microephala 'Red Dragon'
Fleece Flower

ZONE 5, HT 3', SUN
An intriguing perennial that looks great towards the back of a perennial garden or planted in a mixed shrub border. Dramatic purple, silver, and mint lance-shaped leaves with purple stems. Delicate, baby's breath-like flowers from summer to fall. Not invasive. Flowers make good filler for floral arrangements.

Persicaria polymorpha
Giant Fleece Flower

ZONE 3-8, HT 4-5', SUN/PART SUN
A strong landscape plant that comes highly recommended by the world's top landscape architects! Masses of creamy-white flowers bloom for a long time in the summer. Bold leaves provide wonderful structure in the garden.

Phlox divaricata
Woodland Phlox

ZONE 3, HT 12", SP 18", PT/FULL SHADE
A great creeping groundcover for shade. Needs moist, well drained soil. Semi-evergreen foliage is covered with blue flowers April-June. Self seeds which helps it to naturalize more quickly. Looks good with Hostas and ferns.

Phlox divaricata 'Blue Moon'
Woodland Phlox

ZONE 3, HT 12-18", PT/FULL SHADE
No shade garden is complete without P. divaricata! Fragrant violet-blue flowers bloom reliably each spring. Grows best in rich moist soil. Will tolerate morning sun. Very care free! Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds!

Phlox divaricata 'Clouds of Perfume'
Wild Sweet William

ZONE 4-9, HT 12", SUN/PART SUN
This spring blooming woodland phlox has deliciously fragrant, lavender flowers. It performs best in part shade, but will survive in sun with consistent moisture. It may go partially dormant if it gets too dry.

Phlox divaricata 'Manita'
Woodland Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 10", SHADE
Beautiful white flowers with an indigo eye in spring. Great for mass plantings. Does best in bright shade and rich soil. An excellent choice for mass
plantings.

Phlox divaricata 'May Breeze'
Woodland Phlox

ZONE 4, HT 12-15", PT/FULL SHADE
This Phlox looks great woven through a woodland garden or planted among spring bulbs. Beautiful fragrant white flowers with a purple eye bloom for several weeks in spring. Will naturalize and can be used as a groundcover. You will love the sweet fragrance.

Phlox paniculata 'Blue Paradise'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 3-8, HT 40", SUN/PART SUN
Extremely fragrant, fluorescent blue florets with dark eyes are borne on large clusters in mid to late summer. These tall phlox make great cut flowers.

Phlox paniculata 'Bright Eyes'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 36", SUN
Always a dependable grower, this phlox offers a profusion of soft pink blooms highlighted by a darker pink eye. Blooms July until frost.

Phlox paniculata 'David'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 42", SUN
Very fragrant white flowers and highly mildew resistant foliage make this a wonderful phlox cultivar! Blooms in late summer. Perennial Plant of the Year in 2002.

Phlox paniculata 'David's Lavender' Garden Phlox

ZONE 4, HT 3-4', SUN/PT SUN Large, If you are looking for a tall brightly colored perennial, you found it! Fragrant bright lavender flowers begin blooming in late spring and persist into midsummer. Self seeds so be sure to deadhead if you don't want volunteers next spring. Highly mildew resistant!

Phlox paniculata 'Junior Dance'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 18", SUN
Wow! These fragrant hot coral pink blossoms continue to put on a show all summer long. Their short stature and mildew resistant foliage make them great towards the front of your bed.

Phlox paniculata 'Junior Dream'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 18-22", SUN
A dreamy addition to your perennial garden, this prolific bloomer produces flowers all summer! Bright purple, fragrant blossoms on short, bushy plants attract hummingbirds, butterflies and your neighbors. Plus, it resists the dreaded powdery mildew.

Phlox paniculata 'Laura'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 24-30", SUN
This plant bears huge panicles of fuschia purple flowers with each floret having a distinct white star in its center. The fragrant blossoms appear in mid to late summer. Very mildew resistant. Makes a beautiful cut flower and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.

Phlox paniculata 'Nicky'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 36", SUN
A great cut flower that will attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Fragrant magenta flowers with pale centers, the darkest purple of the phloxes, obtains its darkest color in cool temperatures. Good mildew resistance.

Phlox paniculata 'Orange Perfection' Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 24-36", SUN
This plant has beautiful salmon colored flowers. Blooms late July until frost. A heavy bloomer that will light up your garden. Really stands out when paired with Phlox 'David'.

Phlox paniculata 'Robert Poore' Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 60", SUN
Multiple stems are topped with rounded panicles of medium pink flowers in mid to late summer. This variety is more tolerant of heat and humidity than the other varieties of P. paniculata but still requires some maintenance to sustain its vigor. Perfect for the backside of any perennial garden.

Phlox paniculata 'Shortwood'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 42", SUN
Even though its name is 'Shortwood', this is a tall and stately garden phlox! The fragrant pink flowers with dark pink eyes in mid to late summer resemble those of 'Eva Cullum' (its mother) and it gets its great mildew resistance from 'David' (its father).

Phlox paniculata 'Starfire'
Garden Phlox

ZONE 4-8, HT 24-36", SUN
This plant displays beautiful cherry red flowers. They are fragrant and bloom from late July until frost. Foliage is also red tinged.

Phlox stolonifera 'Blue Ridge'
Creeping Phlox

ZONE 3-8, HT 8", PART SUN
Sky blue flowers in spring. Forms a very pretty groundcover under deciduous trees. Prefers slightly acid and well-drained soil typical of a woodland setting.

Phlox stolonifera 'Sherwood Purple'
Creeping Phlox

ZONE 3-8, HT 8", PART SUN
Masses of purple flowers in the spring. This is one of the best ground covers for the shade garden. Pair it with Hostas and ferns for early spring color.

Phlox subulata 'Atropurpurea'
Creeping Phlox

ZONE 3, HT 4-6", SUN
Hot pink flowers create a great show of color in mid spring. Very popular for stone wall plantings due to its spreading and cascading habits. Get even more spring color and plant this Creeping Phlox with your spring bulbs.

	Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe' Mountain Pink
	ZONE 2-9, HT 4-6", SUN Great new bicolor of pink and white that mixes nicely with other spring Phlox.

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Blue'
Creeping Phlox

ZONE 2-9, HT 6", SUN
Beautiful light blue flowers cover this plant in spring. Needle-like foliage adds texture all summer long. Use as edging plant, in the rock garden, or as a ground cover.

Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'
Creeping Phlox

ZONE 2-9, HT 6", SP 10", SUN
Use for edging, rock gardens, or ground cover. In the spring, when we most need color, this plant will give you loads of light pink blooms.

Phlox subulata 'Purple Beauty'
Creeping Phlox

ZONE 3-8, HT 4", SUN
This phlox is a beauty with its blanket of purple blooms in late spring. A groundcover that would look great paired with yellow daffodils or tulips.

Phlox subulata 'Snowflake'
Moss Phlox

ZONE 2, HT 4-6", SUN
A great groundcover with spring color. Small white star-shaped flowers spill across a dense mat green needle-like foliage. Great for mass plantings.