Plants in family fabaceae
Genista lydia 'Golden Template'
Genista lydia 'Golden Template' is a xeriscape-friendly plant with bright yellow flowers that bloom for over a month. It features dark green leaves and thrives in dry, well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for low-water gardens.
Baptisia 'Lightning Rods'
Baptisia 'Lightning Rods' forms a 5-foot tall by 5-foot wide rigidly upright clump with bare legs, allowing for planting underneath. It features a midriff of small green foliage topped with 20-inch long spikes of light creamy yellow flowers. This plant is deer resistant and drought tolerant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Wisteria sinensis
Wisteria sinensis is a vigorous vine known for its breathtaking blue to lavender flowers that appear in foot-long panicles before the leaves. This fast-growing plant can reach heights of 15 to 20 feet and is deer-resistant. It requires full sun and well-drained soil, with pruning enhancing its abundant flowering.
Lespedeza thunbergii 'White Fountain'
Lespedeza thunbergii 'White Fountain' is a stunning perennial bush clover introduced by Nancy Goodwin. This deciduous grower reaches 6 feet tall and 12 feet wide, with weeping branch tips adorned with sprays of white pea-like flowers in late summer and fall. It is cut to the ground in spring, making it a dramatic addition to gardens seeking late-season interest.
Cercis canadensis 'Hearts Of Gold'
Cercis canadensis 'Hearts Of Gold' is a specimen tree with vibrant foliage that transitions from orange-red to bright gold. It produces pea-shaped lavender buds in spring and is a favorite among pollinators. This tree thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil, making it a stunning addition to any landscape.
Cercis canadensis 'Appalachian Red'
Cercis canadensis 'Appalachian Red' is an ornamental tree known for its vibrant red-pink spring blooms and dark blue-green summer foliage. It is pollinator-friendly and easy to care for, thriving in well-drained soil and full to partial shade. This tree adds seasonal interest with its colorful foliage and pea-like blooms.
Baptisia 'Cherries Jubilee'
Baptisia 'Cherries Jubilee' is a vigorous hybrid with dark mahogany buds and cinnamon-colored flowers with yellow keels. It forms a 3-foot tall and wide clump and is drought and deer resistant. This plant is a striking addition to gardens with its unique flower color and form.
Baptisia 'Angelina'
Baptisia 'Angelina' is a 4-foot tall clump-forming plant with dark stems and many flower spikes. It features light yellow flowers with black buds and is a hybrid with genes from Baptisia albescens.
Baptisia australis var. minor
Baptisia australis var. minor is a floriferous perennial known for its light blue flowers and deer-resistant nature. This plant produces over fifty 3-foot tall flower spikes and forms a smaller clump than B. australis, making it suitable for smaller gardens. Its drought tolerance and ability to attract pollinators make it a valuable addition to any garden seeking early spring color.
Pueraria montana var. lobata
Pueraria montana var. lobata is a fast-growing deciduous vine with trifoliate light green leaves edged in white. It produces small clusters of flowers with a scent reminiscent of Nu-grape soda in late summer. This vine is known for its rapid growth and ability to cover large areas, making it suitable for ornamental purposes in gardens. Its unique foliage and fragrant flowers add interest to any landscape.
Baptisia 'Sparkling Sapphires'
Baptisia 'Sparkling Sapphires' is a compact, deciduous plant known for its rich, dark blue flowers that bloom in late April. It grows to about 2.5 feet tall and 3 feet wide, forming a deer-resistant clump. This plant is versatile, tolerating both wet and dry soils, and thrives in full sun, making it a resilient addition to gardens.
Indigofera decora 'Alba'
Indigofera decora 'Alba' is a white-flowered form of a plant native to China and Japan. It forms a slowly spreading patch, reaching about 2 feet tall and 4 feet wide. This winter-deciduous plant features pinnate foliage and produces 6-inch long branched panicles of white flowers starting in early April. It grows well in light shade or part sun, making it suitable for various garden settings. 'Alba' is drought-tolerant and can be used in cottage gardens, as cut flowers, or in green roofs. Its ability to attract insects adds ecological value to gardens. This plant is a beautiful and resilient choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of elegance to their landscape.
Baptisia 'Blue Bunchkin'
Baptisia 'Blue Bunchkin' is a perennial plant introduced in 2021, known for its striking blue-lavender flower spikes. It forms a clump about 42 inches tall and wide, with dense flower spikes reaching 14 inches in height. Blooming in early to mid-May, this plant attracts butterflies and is resistant to deer. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, making it a great addition to cottage and rain gardens.
Amorpha notha 'Half Back'
Amorpha notha 'Half Back' is a hybrid plant with bottlebrush-like purple flowers and bright orange stamens. It grows 4-6 feet tall and wide, flowering in late May. This plant is a host to bees and skipper caterpillars.
Baptisia 'Pink Truffles'
Baptisia 'Pink Truffles' is a compact perennial that forms a 2.5-foot tall and 3-foot wide clump. It features dusty green foliage and blooms with mauvy pink flowers in late April. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens. It is a North American native plant, adding ecological value to its ornamental appeal.
Wisteria frutescens ssp. macrostachya 'Aunt Dee'
Wisteria frutescens ssp. macrostachya 'Aunt Dee' is a deciduous, twining vine known for its clusters of fragrant, light purple flowers. It requires support to grow and thrives in deep, moist, well-drained soil. All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested, but it is resistant to diseases and pests.
Erythrostemon gilliesii
Erythrostemon gilliesii, commonly known as Desert Bird of Paradise, is a South American native with woody stems and lacy, grey-green leaves. It features bright yellow petals with red stamens and is highly drought-tolerant, requiring full sun for blooming.
Albizia julibrissin
Albizia julibrissin, commonly known as the mimosa tree, is a fast-growing deciduous tree with fern-like foliage and striking pink flower clusters. Originally from Asia, it is a nitrogen-fixing legume that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. The tree is hardy in USDA zones 6-10 and can reach heights of 20-35 feet. While it tolerates drought and heat, it can become invasive in some climates, so careful management is advised.
Lespedeza thunbergii 'Spilt Milk'
Lespedeza thunbergii 'Spilt Milk' is a Japanese selection with foliage speckled with creamy flecks and leaves that turn dark purple as they grow. It forms 6-foot tall by 8-foot wide deciduous clumps and produces clusters of lavender flowers in midsummer and late September, adding color to gardens.
Robinia pseudoacacia
Robinia pseudoacacia, native to the Appalachian Mountains, is a fast-growing deciduous tree known for its fragrant white spring flowers. It fixes nitrogen in the soil and is tolerant of urban pollution, drought, and cold. This tree is used for erosion control and produces rot-resistant hardwood.
Vachellia edgeworthii
Vachellia edgeworthii, also known as Camel thorn or Giraffe thorn, is a drought-tolerant and frost-hardy tree native to southern Africa. It produces yellow flowers in late spring or early summer and can be cultivated as a bonsai. This tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Lupinus 'Gallery Blue'
Lupinus 'Gallery Blue' is a perennial plant that produces striking spires of blue flowers in late spring, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. This deer-resistant plant prefers cool conditions and thrives in rich, organic, well-drained soil. It can grow in full sun to part shade, making it versatile for different garden settings. The plant's vibrant blooms and ability to attract pollinators make it a favorite among gardeners looking to add color and life to their landscapes.