Plants in family asteraceae
Chrysanthemum 'Golden Snowflakes'
Chrysanthemum 'Golden Snowflakes' is a durable perennial introduced by Plant Delights/JLBG in 2020. It features clusters of 1.5-inch light yellow, heavily quilled flowers with a dark yellow central button. This plant has indeterminate spreading potential and is known for its sturdy stalks and open growth habit. It attracts butterflies and is suitable for a wide range of garden settings.
Echinacea 'Tangerine Dream'
Echinacea 'Tangerine Dream' is a vibrant perennial with bright orange, non-fading flowers that are sweetly fragrant. It grows on well-branched 30-inch stems and requires good soil drainage. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds and is drought-tolerant once established.
Aster frikartii 'Mönch'
Aster frikartii 'Mönch' is a robust perennial known for its blue daisy-like flowers that bloom in late summer. This plant is a favorite among butterfly enthusiasts and is resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance addition to gardens. It thrives in sunny locations and is suitable for rain gardens, providing a splash of color when many other plants have finished blooming. Its sturdy nature makes it a reliable choice for various garden settings.
Echinacea 'Secret Glow'
Echinacea 'Secret Glow' is a perennial plant known for its double golden-orange flowers that bloom starting in June. It grows on 3-foot tall stalks, which may lodge after heavy rains. This plant is attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds and is resistant to deer and drought. 'Secret Glow' is a vibrant addition to gardens, providing color and interest throughout the summer.
Heliopsis helianthoides
Heliopsis helianthoides, commonly known as false sunflower, features bold yellow blooms with darker centers and a long blooming season. It attracts pollinators and birds, thrives in a variety of conditions, and is drought-tolerant, making it a low-maintenance garden choice.
Gaillardia 'Yellow Goblin'
Gaillardia 'Yellow Goblin' is a vibrant perennial known for its golden yellow flowers that bloom throughout the summer. This plant is attractive to butterflies and is resistant to rabbits, making it a great choice for sunny gardens. It thrives in a wide range of USDA zones from 3a to 10b, providing a splash of color in various climates.
Leucanthemum superbum 'Whoops A Daisy'
Leucanthemum superbum 'Whoops A Daisy' is a dense, well-branched plant that forms a 15-inch tall mound. It features deep green foliage and is smothered with 3-4 inch wide white daisies starting in early June. This plant fares exceptionally well in hot, humid summers and requires good drainage.
Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight'
Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight' is a sun-loving perennial yarrow with a long blooming season, showcasing flowers in shades from pale apricot to deep red. This plant is part of the Tutti Frutti series and is known for its heat and humidity tolerance. Its disease-resistant foliage and deer resistance make it a reliable choice for borders, rock gardens, and mixed containers. The flowers, which change color as they mature, are also excellent for cut flower arrangements.
Gaillardia grandiflora 'The Sun'
Gaillardia grandiflora 'The Sun' is known for its golden yellow flowers, making it suitable for trailing over walls and drives. This plant thrives in sunny locations and is attractive to butterflies. Its vibrant flowers and trailing habit make it a popular choice for adding color to garden borders and rock gardens.
Eutrochium maculatum 'Gateway'
Eutrochium maculatum 'Gateway' is a striking North American prairie perennial known for its large, fragrant mauve-pink flower clusters that can reach up to eight inches long. Blooming from mid-summer through fall, it attracts butterflies and other pollinators, while its seedheads provide food for birds in winter. This plant is highly adaptable, tolerating moist to wet soils and various soil types, and is rarely damaged by deer. Its upright growth habit and consistent moisture requirements make it a versatile addition to gardens, particularly in areas with cold climates. 'Gateway' is celebrated for its ecological benefits and has received the GreatPlants Award for its outstanding garden performance.
Coreopsis 'Sienna Sunset'
Coreopsis 'Sienna Sunset' is a prolific bloomer with burnt sienna flowers that age to salmon-orange, attracting butterflies. It blooms from June to July, with some flowers lasting until fall. This plant requires a sunny spot with average soil and reblooms when deadheaded.
Echinacea 'Kismet Red'
Echinacea 'Kismet Red' is a hybrid plant with 18-inch tall black stems and scarlet red flowers that bloom from mid-June. It is known for repeat blooming after cutting to the ground, making it a vibrant addition to gardens.
Echinacea 'Leilani'
Echinacea 'Leilani' is a perennial with sturdy 40-inch tall stems and large, bright yellow flowers that bloom from June onwards. It requires well-drained soil and benefits from cutting old stalks to the ground for reflowering. This plant is a striking addition to sunny garden areas, attracting butterflies and other pollinators.
Gazania 'Orange Peacock'
Gazania 'Orange Peacock' is a vibrant perennial originating from the high elevation grasslands of South Africa. It features narrow green leaves with white felted undersides and striking orange daisies with a darker ring. The flowers are not only visually appealing but also edible, and have been used in traditional treatments. This plant requires good winter drainage and thrives in sunny conditions, making it ideal for bright, open garden spaces. Its ability to attract butterflies adds ecological value to gardens. 'Orange Peacock' is a resilient plant that can withstand various environmental conditions, making it a versatile addition to any garden. Its unique appearance and adaptability make it a favorite among gardeners looking for a splash of color and texture.
Gaillardia 'Arizona Sun'
Gaillardia 'Arizona Sun' is a hardy perennial that features vibrant red centers surrounded by a bright yellow ring, resembling a sunburst. This plant is drought-tolerant and blooms profusely from June through autumn, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. It forms a compact mound, growing 8-12 inches tall and 12-15 inches wide, making it ideal for xeric and fire-wise landscaping. 'Arizona Sun' thrives in sandy soil and full sun, and it can self-seed, although deadheading is recommended to encourage more blooms.
Echinacea 'Mango Meadowbrite'
Echinacea 'Mango Meadowbrite' is a perennial created by Dr. Jim Ault, featuring 3-inch wide, mango-colored fragrant flower heads. This plant is known for its unique orange-mustard color and attracts butterflies.
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Harrington's Pink'
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae 'Harrington's Pink' is an upright aster known for its vigorous growth and abundant pink flowers in late summer. It attracts butterflies and is resistant to rabbits, making it a resilient choice for sunny gardens.
Liatris microcephala 'White Sprite'
Liatris microcephala 'White Sprite' is a white-flowered selection known for its 2-foot tall by 3-foot wide deciduous mound. It features radial spikes with narrow green foliage, blooming in late June. This drought-tolerant plant prefers well-drained sunny sites and is a favorite for butterflies, making it a vibrant addition to sunny garden areas.
Tanacetum bipinnatum
Tanacetum bipinnatum is a wildflower native to the sand dunes around the Great Lakes, known for its yellow daisy-like flowers and distinct odor when crushed. It thrives in sandy, sunlit conditions and is threatened by habitat destruction and invasive species. This plant is a rare and threatened native, requiring conservation efforts in some regions.
Gaillardia 'Mesa Red'
Gaillardia 'Mesa Red' is a dark-red perennial that blooms from summer to fall, attracting bees and butterflies. It is cold and heat-resistant, drought-tolerant once established, and grows 14-16 inches tall and wide, preferring full sun and well-drained soil.
Solidago shortii 'Solar Cascade'
Solidago shortii 'Solar Cascade' is a federally endangered plant native to Indiana and Kentucky, known for its 30-inch tall stalks topped with showy gold panicles from late August through October. It thrives on alkaline clay slopes and is a treat for hummingbirds.