Plants in family asteraceae
Chrysanthemum 'Frosty'
Chrysanthemum 'Frosty' is a perennial plant discovered by Ted Stephens, known for its foliage that appears frosted with white in cool weather. It forms 1-foot tall by 3-foot wide clumps and produces small pink daisies in early fall. This plant attracts butterflies and is suitable for cottage gardens, adding seasonal interest with its unique foliage and blooms.
Farfugium japonicum 'Escargot'
Farfugium japonicum 'Escargot' is a hybrid with large, unique leaves resembling snail spirals. It forms a 20-inch tall clump topped with bright yellow daisy-like flowers in late October.
Dahlia 'Terracotta'
Dahlia 'Terracotta' is a compact plant forming a 2-foot tall by 3-foot wide mound with purple foliage. It features 3 to 4-inch wide golden orange flowers with darker streaks, blooming from early summer through fall. This dahlia attracts butterflies and thrives in sunny locations, adding vibrant color to garden beds.
Tanacetum corymbosum
Tanacetum corymbosum is a perennial from the Caucasus Mountains, known for its mounds of dissected foliage and clusters of small white flowers. This plant is ideal for sunny gardens and attracts butterflies.
Dahlia 'Pineland's Princess'
Dahlia 'Pineland's Princess' is a tall, impressive plant with rosy pink, spiky blooms that feature creamy white and rosy pink petals. It blooms all summer long and prefers well-drained soil. This perennial is hardy in zones 8 and up, and its striking flowers make it a favorite for gardeners looking to add a splash of color to their summer gardens.
Kleinia neriifolia
Kleinia neriifolia, native to the Canary Islands, is a succulent with purplish stems that can grow up to 7 inches tall. It forms a woody stem and is slightly cold tolerant when dormant. This plant requires a lot of light and is prone to rot if overwatered, but cuttings can grow easily after callousing.
Echinacea purpurea 'Ruby Giant'
Echinacea purpurea 'Ruby Giant' is a selection from Echinacea 'Magnus', known for its large, bright clear pink flowers with upcurved petal tips. The fragrant blooms attract hummingbirds and make a striking addition to gardens. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in sunny locations, offering a vibrant display throughout the summer.
Echinacea 'Autumn Sun'
Echinacea 'Autumn Sun' is a summer-blooming perennial with a greenish cone and yellow petals. It grows up to 6 feet tall and is both cold and heat tolerant. This xeric plant attracts butterflies and pollinators, providing seeds for birds in winter.
Aster 'Professor Kippenburg'
Aster 'Professor Kippenburg' is a charming perennial with semi-double, lilac-blue flowers that bloom from late summer until frost. It attracts bees and butterflies and is deer resistant. This plant thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil with moderate to low moisture. It is cold hardy in USDA zones 3-8 and benefits from pinching back in late spring for denser growth.
Gerbera 'Drakensberg Apricot'
Gerbera 'Drakensberg Apricot' is a hardy perennial known for its creamy peach daisy-like flowers that bloom atop 15-inch tall stalks. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies, making it a great choice for cottage and rock gardens. It blooms in spring, summer, and fall, providing a long-lasting display of color. Gerbera 'Drakensberg Apricot' thrives in full sun and is well-suited for xeriscaping, requiring minimal water once established.
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Viette's Little Suzy'
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Viette's Little Suzy' is a dwarf variety of Black-Eyed Susan with a long blooming period. It features bright yellow petals with brown centers and coarse, deep green foliage. This plant attracts butterflies and provides food for birds, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.
Farfugium japonicum 'Lunar Landing'
Farfugium japonicum 'Lunar Landing' is a unique plant with crinkly foliage that resembles endive. It forms a 15-inch wide clump of rounded dark green leaves, with leaf-cratering becoming more pronounced as the plant matures. This perennial thrives in part sun to shade and is native to regions like China, Japan, and Korea. Its distinctive appearance makes it a standout in any garden.
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Little Goldstar'
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Little Goldstar' is a heavy-blooming, knee-high perennial with vibrant yellow-orange flowers. It blooms from midsummer to fall and serves as a nectar source for butterflies and honeybees. This plant is hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, thriving in full sun or partial shade.
Coreopsis 'Autumn Blush'
Coreopsis 'Autumn Blush' is a complex hybrid featuring butter-yellow flowers with a reddish-brown center. It forms a 2-foot wide by 1-foot tall clump with purple stems and narrow foliage. This plant blooms from June until September, attracting butterflies to the garden.
Echinacea purpurea 'Fatal Attraction'
Echinacea purpurea 'Fatal Attraction' is a perennial known for its 26-inch tall, sturdy wine-black stems and intense pink flowers. Flowering begins in late June, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny garden areas. Echinacea purpurea adds vibrant color and wildlife interest to gardens, making it a great choice for naturalistic or cottage garden settings.
Echinacea 'Sandy Yellow'
Echinacea 'Sandy Yellow' is a yellow-flowered coneflower from the Sombrero series, known for its vigorous, well-branched clump. The flowers are butterscotch yellow, aging to near white.
Dahlia coccinea 'Hidalgo Crimson'
Dahlia coccinea 'Hidalgo Crimson' is a vigorous plant collected in Hidalgo, Mexico, with an open habit and 2-inch brilliant orange-red flowers. It forms 3-foot tall by 6-foot wide mounds and blooms in late summer.
Liatris spicata 'Kobold'
Liatris spicata 'Kobold' is a native US plant known for its narrow leaves and striking pink-purple spikes that appear in midsummer. Growing up to 14 inches tall, it serves as a great vertical accent in gardens. This perennial is well-suited for sunny locations and attracts butterflies, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.
Delphinium 'Summer Mornings'
Delphinium 'Summer Mornings' is a compact perennial with pale pink flowers and deep green foliage. It blooms from early summer through fall and is cold-hardy in USDA zones 3-7. This plant is resistant to deer and rabbits and grows to a height and width of 10-12 inches. It thrives in full sun with afternoon shade and well-drained, enriched soil. Deadheading encourages reblooming, making it a delightful addition to gardens.
Achillea 'Salmon Beauty'
Achillea 'Salmon Beauty' is a German hybrid yarrow with rosy salmon pink flowers that bloom all summer. It is a butterfly-attracting plant that thrives in sunny locations.