Plants in family lamiaceae
Salvia 'Mystic Spires'
Salvia 'Mystic Spires' is a perennial known for its compact, well-branched growth and striking royal purplish-blue flowers that bloom from summer to autumn. It is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9 and is drought-tolerant once established. This plant attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds while being resistant to deer and rabbits. It thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and benefits from deadheading for frequent rebloom.
Lamium maculatum 'Pink Chablis'
Lamium maculatum 'Pink Chablis' is a vigorous groundcover with silver and green foliage and cotton candy pink flowers. It grows 8-12 inches tall and spreads 10-14 inches wide, thriving in part sun to shaded areas. This deer-resistant plant blooms in spring and summer, requiring well-drained soil.
Agastache 'Purple Haze'
Agastache 'Purple Haze' is a cold-hardy plant with dark blue-violet flowers and gray-green foliage that emits a minty licorice scent. It blooms from summer until frost and is both drought and moisture tolerant. This plant attracts pollinators and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil.
Salvia sylvestris 'East Friesland'
Salvia sylvestris 'East Friesland' is a dark lavender selection that withstands summer heat well. It offers its best flowering in early spring, making it a resilient choice for sunny gardens.
Monarda 'Leading Lady Plum'
Monarda 'Leading Lady Plum' is a clumping bee balm with glossy green foliage and magenta/plum colored flower heads. It is mildew-resistant and deer-resistant, making it a hardy choice for gardens. This plant blooms starting in early June and attracts bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies.
Ajuga reptans 'Binparcol'
Ajuga reptans 'Binparcol' is a groundcover with larger and thicker leaves than Ajuga 'Burgundy Glow', featuring a wider creamy white border. It forms a 4-inch tall clump that spreads 2.5 feet wide in five years, producing short spikes of small lavender flowers in spring. This plant attracts hummingbirds and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Clerodendrum speciosissimum 'Arkansas Hardy'
Clerodendrum speciosissimum 'Arkansas Hardy' is a tropical-looking perennial with upright woody stems and velvety green leaves. It produces striking scarlet-red flowers in late summer and early fall, attracting hummingbirds. This plant can grow up to 7 feet tall in warm climates and is winter hardy in USDA zone 7b. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, making it a resilient choice for gardens in various climates.
Monarda didyma 'Gardenview Scarlet'
Monarda didyma 'Gardenview Scarlet' is an ornamental clump-forming perennial known for its tubular, two-lipped red rose flowers and dark green aromatic foliage. It attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds and is highly resistant to powdery mildew. This plant thrives in full sun and rich, well-drained soil.
Salvia greggii 'Texas Wedding'
Salvia greggii 'Texas Wedding' is a hardy sub-shrub with deer-resistant woody stems and small, narrow evergreen leaves. It produces masses of white flowers from late spring into fall, attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators. This low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soils and full sun, making it ideal for drought-tolerant gardens.
Salvia 'Madeline'
Salvia 'Madeline' is a perennial plant discovered by Piet Oudolf, known for its bicolor flowers with a blue upper calyx and white lower lip. It attracts hummingbirds and thrives in bright sun with good drainage.
Salvia greggii 'Purple Pastel'
Salvia greggii 'Purple Pastel', also known as 'Autumn Sage', is a compact woody shrub that blooms heavily in spring and fall. It is drought-tolerant, attracts pollinators, and requires well-drained soil.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Arp'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Arp' is a hardy rosemary variety discovered in Arp, Texas, known for its ability to survive temperatures as low as -10°F. It features grey-green, fine-textured foliage and dark blue flowers, growing up to 7 feet tall and 10 feet wide. This fragrant, deer-resistant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Conradina canescens 'Gray Ghost'
Conradina canescens 'Gray Ghost' is a dwarf shrubby mint native to the southeastern United States. It forms a 3-foot wide evergreen clump with fragrant short gray leaves and small light mauvy-lavender flowers in April. This plant secretes monoterpenes to deter encroaching vegetation and requires well-drained soils. 'Gray Ghost' is drought tolerant and deer resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Collinsonia punctata 'Yellow Creek'
Collinsonia punctata 'Yellow Creek' is a native perennial to the Southeast US, forming 4-foot tall clumps with bold-textured, fuzzy green leaves. It emits a menthol-like fragrance and produces small yellow flowers from early fall through October, while being highly drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.
Salvia microphylla var. neurepia
Salvia microphylla var. neurepia is a clump-forming plant with small green leaves that release a fruity scent when crushed. It produces pinkish-red flowers from late spring through fall, attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators. This sun-loving, drought-tolerant plant blooms for nearly six months, making it a vibrant addition to gardens.
Marrubium peregrinum
Marrubium peregrinum is a perennial plant with fuzzy, round foliage, ideal for rock gardens. It requires excellent drainage and good air movement to thrive. This plant is well-suited for sunny locations and can add texture and interest to garden landscapes. Its unique foliage and adaptability to dry conditions make it a practical choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants.
Salvia jamensis 'Rose Bicolor'
Salvia jamensis 'Rose Bicolor' is a hybrid salvia with rosy and light yellow flowers. It forms a woody clump and blooms from late April, with a pause in summer, resuming in mid-September.
Thymus argaeus 'Wild Turkey'
Thymus argaeus 'Wild Turkey' is a low-growing evergreen mat native to Turkey, reaching just 1 inch in height but spreading up to 8 feet wide. It features tiny lavender flowers in early June and is valued for its use in wild tea and as a culinary spice, with oils that have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
Salvia sylvestris 'Violet Riot'
Salvia sylvestris 'Violet Riot' is a perennial plant with aromatic basal leaves and 2-foot tall branched flower spikes. It produces dark violet-purple flowers with a purple-black floral calyx, offering a denser habit and more concentrated color than 'May Night'. This plant thrives in full sun with good drainage and is suitable for cottage gardens, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Salvia sylvestris 'Violet Riot' is a vibrant addition to any garden, providing long-lasting color and fragrance.
Phlomis longifolia
Phlomis longifolia is an evergreen shrub native to the hills of Cyprus, Turkey, and Lebanon, known for its bright yellow flowers in spring and early summer. It grows up to 3 feet wide and features felted green sage-like leaves. This plant is hardy to -10°C and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil.
Salvia jamensis 'Golden Girl'
Salvia jamensis 'Golden Girl' is a woody shrub that forms a 2-foot tall by 4-foot wide patch, blooming from late April through summer with butter-yellow flowers tinged with orange. This sun-loving, drought-tolerant plant attracts hummingbirds and requires trimming in late winter.
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Lifelime'
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Lifelime' is a tender perennial known for its striking chartreuse-colored foliage. This sun-loving plant thrives in temperatures above 55°F and is sensitive to frost. It requires well-drained soil and benefits from having its flower buds pinched off to maintain its vibrant appearance. 'Lifelime' can be grown as a houseplant and is perennial in USDA zones 10-11, making it a versatile addition to both indoor and outdoor gardens.
Comanthosphace stellipila
Comanthosphace stellipila is a Japanese selection of mountain shrub mint, forming an 18-inch wide clump with 3-foot long woody stems. It has fuzzy green leaves edged in chartreuse gold and light pink brush-like spikes that bloom in mid-October. This plant thrives in various soil and moisture conditions, adding a touch of color to fall gardens.
Salvia greggii 'Raspberry Royale'
Salvia greggii 'Raspberry Royale' is a woody shrub with raspberry-colored flowers that bloom heavily in spring and fall. It forms a large, dense bush and is highly favored by hummingbirds and other pollinators. This drought-tolerant plant requires trimming in late winter and thrives in sunny locations.
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Sedona Sunset'
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Sedona Sunset' is a versatile plant with coppery-orange foliage that adapts to all lighting conditions. It is well-branching and can be grown as a houseplant in high humidity or outdoors after the last spring frost. This plant is heat-tolerant and suitable for various garden settings.
Monarda 'Leading Lady Lilac'
Monarda 'Leading Lady Lilac' is a compact bee balm with fragrant foliage and light lavender flowers that bloom in early June. It forms a 1-foot tall by 30-inch wide patch and is tolerant of humidity. This plant attracts pollinators and is resistant to deer.