Plants in family lamiaceae
Salvia 'Stampede Punch'
Salvia 'Stampede Punch' is a woody shrub that forms 18-inch tall by 2-foot wide clumps, known for its fruit punch pink flowers with black calyces. Blooming from mid-spring until fall, this sun-loving plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant. It requires trimming in late winter and thrives in well-drained soil, making it a vibrant addition to gardens. The plant is favored by hummingbirds and pollinators, adding ecological value to its ornamental appeal.
Piloblephis rigida
Piloblephis rigida is a native shrub mint from Florida, known for its tiny aromatic green leaves and small lavender flowers that attract butterflies. It grows in sandy, acidic soils and is used to make a hot tea for reducing fevers. This easy-to-grow plant is suitable for containers in non-winter hardy regions.
Ocimum basilicum 'Purple Ruffles'
Ocimum basilicum 'Purple Ruffles' is an annual herb with striking purple and maroon ruffled leaves and dark purple stems. It produces white blooms and retains its color and flavor when fresh, dried, or cooked. This basil requires full sun and enriched, well-drained soil, making it a flavorful addition to herb gardens.
Clinopodium coccineum 'Amber Blush'
Clinopodium coccineum 'Amber Blush' is a plant native to the Florida Panhandle, known for its tubular bright yellow flowers with a slight blush of orange. It forms a 2-foot tall and 3-foot wide clump and is a favorite of hummingbirds. This plant thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic sandy soils.
Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips'
Salvia microphylla 'Hot Lips' is a fast-growing woody shrub known for its bicolor flowers with red tips and white lips. It forms a clump about 30 inches tall and 6 feet wide, blooming for about six months from late summer to fall. This sun-loving, drought-tolerant plant is highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators. Its flowers change color with the seasons, adding dynamic interest to gardens.
Salvia glabrescens 'Momobana'
Salvia glabrescens 'Momobana' is a Japanese sage with glossy, dark green leaves and hot pink flowers that bloom in October. It forms 18-inch tall clumps and prefers moist, organic soils in shaded areas.
Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead'
Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead' is a highly fragrant English lavender with silvery-grey foliage and long-lasting, showy flower spikes. Known for its cold hardiness and heat tolerance, this perennial thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is deer-resistant and supports beneficial pollinators, making it a valuable addition to any garden. The plant is also used in culinary applications and home crafts, such as soaps and dried flower arrangements. 'Munstead' is easy to care for, rarely needing pruning, and is highly disease-resistant.
Lavandula angustifolia 'Imperial Gem'
Lavandula angustifolia 'Imperial Gem' is a fragrant lavender variety with silvery-green foliage and purple flower spikes. It attracts butterflies and bees and reblooms quickly after deadheading. This plant is deer-resistant and thrives in hot, dry, sunny environments. It is a root hardy perennial in zones 5-9 and requires well-drained soil. 'Imperial Gem' is popular for use in bouquets, crafts, and tea, adding a touch of elegance and fragrance to any garden.
Callicarpa dichotoma 'Issai'
Callicarpa dichotoma 'Issai' is a compact shrub known for its brilliant purple berries that last into winter, attracting birds like mockingbirds and robins. It features pink flowers and bright green foliage, thriving in full sun or partial shade. This drought-tolerant plant is pest and disease resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens.
Thymus serpyllum 'Aureus'
Thymus serpyllum 'Aureus' is a low-maintenance herb known for its bright yellow foliage and lemony aroma. It produces purple flowers and serves as an excellent ground cover. This plant attracts butterflies and thrives in sunny, low-moisture conditions.
Physostegia virginiana 'Olympus Gold'
Physostegia virginiana 'Olympus Gold' is notable for its bright creamy leaves with a green central stripe, which turn green in warm weather. It produces pink, snapdragon-like flowers in late summer and spreads by rhizomes. This plant thrives in moist soils and is drought-tolerant.
Salvia puberula 'Hidalgo'
Salvia puberula 'Hidalgo' is a bushy sage that reaches about 3 feet in height and width, known for its fuzzy light green leaves and pink flowers that bloom in early fall. This perennial is native to Mexico and attracts butterflies while being resistant to deer and rabbits. It thrives in sunny to partially sunny locations and can tolerate both dry and slightly moist conditions. Its unique texture and vibrant blooms make it a standout in any garden, particularly in rain gardens or as a sun perennial.
Salvia 'Blue Marvel'
Salvia 'Blue Marvel' is a hardy perennial known for its vibrant violet-blue flowers that bloom from spring to frost. It grows to about 10-12 inches tall and a foot wide, with aromatic dark gray-green foliage. This plant is a favorite among bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, and is both heat and cold tolerant. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and once established, it is drought tolerant. Additionally, it is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens in USDA zones 4 to 9.
Leonotis leonurus 'Snow Tiger'
Leonotis leonurus 'Snow Tiger' is a deer-resistant perennial with white ball-like flower clusters along its stems. It forms a 3-foot tall and wide clump with narrow fuzzy-green leaves, blooming from late October. This plant is known for attracting hummingbirds and is suitable for sunny gardens.
Salvia leucantha 'Eder'
Salvia leucantha 'Eder' is a chartreuse yellow-edged variety of Salvia leucantha, with 3-foot tall stalks and terminal spikes of fuzzy purple flowers in early October. It requires dry soil in winter to survive in marginal hardiness zones.
Sideritis cypria
Sideritis cypria is an erect perennial herb endemic to Cyprus, known for its densely hairy shoots and bright yellow flowers. It thrives on dry limestone cliffs and requires well-drained soils. This member of the mint family has evergreen silvery foliage.
Salvia microphylla 'San Carlos Festival'
Salvia microphylla 'San Carlos Festival' is a compact plant with red-violet flowers that bloom from early May through November. It attracts hummingbirds and thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions.
Lamium galeobdolon 'Hermans Pride'
Lamium galeobdolon 'Herman's Pride' is a dwarf groundcover with medium green leaves featuring silver veining. It grows 8 inches tall and 14 inches wide, producing yellow flowers in spring. This plant is suitable for slightly moist woodland gardens and is resistant to rabbits, making it a practical choice for shaded areas.
Thymus 'Highland Cream'
Thymus 'Highland Cream' is an evergreen herb with medium green foliage and variegated yellow margins. It blooms with soft pink clusters in summer and has a citrusy-lemon scent. This low-growing ground cover is drought tolerant once established and is deer and rabbit resistant, thriving in full sun and partial shade.
Salvia guaranitica 'Rhythm And Blues'
Salvia guaranitica 'Rhythm And Blues' forms a dense 3-foot tall clump with dark green leaves and dark blue-purple flowers from early July to frost. It thrives in full sun to bright shade and grows in wet to fairly dry soils. This plant is favored by hummingbirds and is avoided by deer and rabbits.
Lavandula dentata
Lavandula dentata, commonly known as French Lavender, is an evergreen shrub with highly fragrant, gray-green foliage. It forms a mound about 2-3 feet tall and wide, adorned with purple flower spikes. The flowers are versatile, used fresh or dried in culinary and cosmetic applications. This plant thrives in sunny locations and is a staple in Mediterranean-style gardens.
Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners'
Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners' is a clump-forming plant with long spikes of pink flowers that remain in position when twisted. It has strong-stemmed foliage and prefers moist soil, thriving in full sun to partial shade. This plant is also deer resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.