Plants in family fabaceae
Baptisia alba var. alba 'Wayne County Form'
Baptisia alba var. alba 'Wayne County Form' is a southern species forming a 3-foot tall mound with blue-green foliage. It produces 1-2 foot tall spikes of pure white flowers in late spring and is a great substitute for lupines. This plant is native to the United States and attracts butterflies.
Centrosema virginianum 'Pea Brain'
Centrosema virginianum 'Pea Brain' is a deciduous vine native to the southeastern United States, from Illinois to Texas. It features dark green trifoliate leaves and lavender-blue flowers that bloom throughout the summer. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained sandy soils, attracting butterflies such as long-tailed skippers and northern cloudywings. It is endangered in New Jersey and is known for its late dormancy break, typically sprouting in mid-May.
Erythrina bidwillii
Erythrina bidwillii is a hybrid plant known for its vibrant red flowers that attract hummingbirds, blooming from June until frost. This plant forms a 6-foot tall by 8-foot wide mound of arching stalks with giant, pea-like foliage. It is a cross between Erythrina herbacea and Erythrina crista-galli, making it a unique addition to gardens that favor butterfly and bird attraction. Erythrina bidwillii is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, thriving in sunny locations and adding a tropical flair to any landscape.
Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Skyline'
Gleditsia triacanthos f. inermis 'Skyline' is a thornless variety of honey locust with a dramatic pyramidal form and thousands of tiny, toothed leaflets. Its green foliage turns golden-yellow in fall, and it is known for its strong branches and sturdy trunk. This tree is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and tolerates a wide range of conditions, including heat, cold, drought, and urban environments.
Pediomelum piedmontanum 'Columbia'
Pediomelum piedmontanum 'Columbia' is a rare North American native plant found in sandy, open alkaline sites. It forms a 3-foot tall by 3-foot wide clump and produces lavender flowers in June. This plant attracts native bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens.
Lespedeza thunbergii 'Edo Shibori'
Lespedeza thunbergii 'Edo Shibori' is a two-tone flowering bush clover with rose pink and white bicolor flowers. It grows 5 to 6 feet tall and 10 feet wide, with weeping branches that fold upwards in winter.
Erythrina herbacea 'Supply Sider'
Erythrina herbacea 'Supply Sider' is a striking plant introduced in 2021, featuring flaming red, tubular flowers. It grows up to 3 feet tall and has bean-like green leaves. This plant forms a large underground caudex and produces pea-like pods with red seeds if pollinated. It has historical uses by Native Americans for medicinal purposes.
Cercis canadensis 'Gilded Hearts'
Cercis canadensis 'Gilded Hearts' is a versatile plant that can be grown as a shrub or tree, reaching heights of 15-20 feet. It features fluorescent pink blooms and heart-shaped leaves that transition from gold to green. This wildlife-friendly plant is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9 and thrives in full sun.
Cercis canadensis 'Cascading Hearts'
Cercis canadensis 'Cascading Hearts' is a small tree with drooping limbs and lavender-pink flowers in early spring. Its heart-shaped foliage and compact size make it ideal for courtyards or small gardens.
Baptisia sphaerocarpa 'Screamin Yellow'
Baptisia sphaerocarpa 'Screamin Yellow' is a drought-tolerant perennial with bright yellow flowers on 11-inch spikes. It forms a deer-resistant clump and is a selection from native plant expert Larry Lowman.
Robinia pseudoacacia 'Purple Robe'
Robinia pseudoacacia 'Purple Robe' is an improved variety of Black Locust known for its fragrant purple flower clusters. This fast-growing, drought-tolerant tree reaches 2-3 feet per year and is hardy in USDA zones 4-8. It features reddish bronze leaves that mature to dark blue-green and is less thorny than the native Black Locust.
Baptisia 'Blue Towers'
Baptisia 'Blue Towers' is a hybrid plant known for its very upright, tower-like form reaching up to 4.5 feet. It features tall flower spikes with large blue-lavender flowers and begins blooming around late April. This award-winning plant is a striking addition to gardens.
Baptisia sphaerocarpa 'A1t005'
Baptisia sphaerocarpa 'A1t005' is a heat and drought-tolerant plant from Texas, featuring blue-green leaves and pure yellow flowers on tall spires. It forms spherical tan seed pods in late summer.
Baptisia 'Yellow Towers'
Baptisia 'Yellow Towers' is a hybrid plant known for its tall clumps and large buttery yellow flowers. Released in 2017, it grows to 52 inches tall with 18-inch flower spikes. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Styphnolobium japonicum 'Millstone'
Styphnolobium japonicum 'Millstone' is a deciduous tree with elegant upsweeping branches and bright green foliage. It produces creamy white bell-shaped flowers in late spring and attracts pollinators. The leaves turn brilliant yellow in fall, and the tree is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 10.
Albizia julibrissin 'Eh Wilson'
Albizia julibrissin 'Eh Wilson', also known as the silk tree, features silky, tassel-like pink flowers from May through August. Its fern-like leaves provide dappled shade, and it grows 20-35 feet tall and 20-40 feet wide. This fast-growing tree is drought-tolerant and adapted to hot, dry conditions, making it ideal for low-water landscapes.
Cercis canadensis 'Alba'
Cercis canadensis 'Alba' is an ornamental tree known for its sweet-pea like white flowers in spring and heart-shaped leaves. It grows 18-25 feet tall with a spread of 15-18 feet, featuring yellow foliage in fall and 3-inch seedpods in winter. This tree is adaptable to various soil types and attracts bees and butterflies.
Cercis chinensis 'Don Egolf'
Cercis chinensis 'Don Egolf' is a compact, easy-care plant with erect, fastigiate branches and a pronounced floral display in early spring. Its rosy purple flowers cover bare branches, and it features glossy, heart-shaped dark-green leaves. This plant is sterile, producing no seed pods, and has excellent disease resistance.
Caragana arborescens 'Walker'
Caragana arborescens 'Walker' is a small deciduous shrub with a distinctive weeping appearance. It features bright yellow flowers in spring and feathery compound leaves that turn yellow in the fall. This hardy and drought-tolerant plant is easy to grow, making it a practical choice for various landscapes. Its dense, feathery canopy provides a unique texture, and its weeping form adds an elegant touch to gardens. The shrub's resilience and adaptability make it a valuable addition to any garden setting.
Trifolium repens 'Wheatfen'
Trifolium repens 'Wheatfen' is a groundcover plant with dark-red purple leaves and small, ever-purple clover-like foliage. It roots at each node, quickly forming a 3-foot wide patch in one season. In mid-summer, it produces pink-red clover flowers, adding a splash of color to the garden. This perennial is ideal for sun to part sun locations and is well-suited for use in European-style gardens.
Baptisia 'Pink Ice'
Baptisia 'Pink Ice' is a hybrid plant forming a 3.5-foot tall and 5-foot wide mound of glaucous green foliage. It features 2-foot long spikes of soft pink flowers that bloom from mid-to-late April. This plant is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a great addition to cottage gardens.
Ebenopsis ebano
Ebenopsis ebano, native to Texas and Mexico, is a leguminous plant with short branches and tiny dark green leaves. It blooms light yellow to white flowers from late summer to early fall and is highly drought-tolerant, thriving in well-drained soil.