Plants in family lamiaceae
Scutellaria montana 'Blue Sky'
Scutellaria montana 'Blue Sky' is a rare plant found only in isolated populations in Tennessee and Georgia, listed as a threatened species. It forms 15-inch tall clumps with small hairy green leaves and blue-lavender snapdragon-like flowers in May and June. This plant thrives in slightly acidic, well-drained outcrops and open forests, making it a unique addition to native plant gardens.
Ajuga reptans 'Silver Beauty'
Ajuga reptans 'Silver Beauty' is a slow-spreading plant with grey-green foliage edged in white. It produces short spikes of blue flowers in spring, making it a charming addition to shaded garden areas. This plant is well-suited for dry shade and is resistant to rabbits.
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Sky Fire'
Plectranthus scutellarioides 'Sky Fire' is a tender perennial with intense purple and scarlet foliage edged in lime green. It thrives in sunny conditions and requires temperatures above 55 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant benefits from good soil drainage and regular pinching of flower buds to maintain its vibrant foliage.
Physostegia virginiana 'Vivid'
Physostegia virginiana 'Vivid' is an upright perennial with deep pink, cup-shaped flowers that bloom from June to September. It attracts butterflies and prefers full sun with well-drained soil. The plant is non-aggressive, making it a suitable choice for garden borders.
Physostegia virginiana 'Eyeful Tower'
Physostegia virginiana 'Eyeful Tower' is a giant perennial that grows 6-7 feet tall, with glossy green foliage and large clusters of pink, snapdragon-like flowers in late summer. It spreads less invasively than other species and prefers moist growing conditions.
Lavandula angustifolia 'Silver Mist'
Lavandula angustifolia 'Silver Mist' is a perennial celebrated for its intensely fragrant purple-lavender flowers and striking silvery foliage. This plant is a favorite among honeybees and butterflies, providing a rich nectar source. It is a long-blooming variety that is both cold hardy and heat tolerant, thriving in poor, well-drained soils. Deer and rabbit resistant, it requires full sun and good air circulation to flourish. This drought-tolerant lavender is perfect for waterwise gardens and benefits from pruning after flowering and in early spring.
Origanum 'Kent Beauty'
Origanum 'Kent Beauty' is a hybrid ornamental oregano with glaucous green leaves and pendulous pink flower heads. It grows to about 10 inches tall and is often used in summer containers for its decorative appeal.
Salvia sylvestris 'Blueberry Beret'
Salvia sylvestris 'Blueberry Beret' is a compact dwarf form of Salvia, reaching about 15 inches in height and 18 inches in width. It is known for its vibrant blue flowers that peak in April and May, with occasional reblooms in summer. This plant is attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds and is resistant to deer and rabbits. It thrives in full sun and is drought tolerant, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and rock gardens.
Westringia fruticosa 'Wynyabbie Gem'
Westringia fruticosa 'Wynyabbie Gem' is an evergreen plant with whirled leaves and showy blueish purple flowers. It blooms prolifically and attracts pollinators, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens. This plant thrives in a variety of conditions and provides a long blooming season, adding color and interest to landscapes.
Salvia greggii 'Radio Red'
Salvia greggii 'Radio Red' is a vibrant plant with bright red tubular flowers and aromatic apple-green foliage. Blooming from spring to fall, it attracts hummingbirds and pollinators. This heat and humidity-tolerant plant grows 18-24 inches tall and wide, preferring full sun and well-drained soil.
Salvia glabrescens 'Autumn Enchanter'
Salvia glabrescens 'Autumn Enchanter' is a vigorous plant from Japan, forming a 30-inch tall clump with large pink flowers featuring a violet lip. It prefers shade to sun and is generally avoided by deer and rabbits. This plant is known for its wide range of soil tolerance and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Salvia koyamae
Salvia koyamae is a perennial native to Honshu, Japan, known for its soft yellow tubular flowers that bloom from late summer through fall. It forms a 2-foot tall by 3-foot wide clump and prefers a shady woodland setting. This deer-resistant plant features hastate, hairy green leaves, adding a bold effect to gardens. Its lax habit creates a loose ground cover, making it ideal for naturalistic plantings. Salvia koyamae's unique foliage and late-season blooms make it a favorite among gardeners seeking to add interest to shaded areas.
Glechoma hederacea 'Variegata'
Glechoma hederacea 'Variegata' is a variegated ground cover with round, greyish-green leaves edged in white. It produces tiny pale purple flowers in spring and is ideal for part sun to shade areas.
Stachys byzantina 'Helen Von Stein'
Stachys byzantina 'Helen Von Stein' is a low-maintenance plant with large, fuzzy silver-green foliage. It grows to a height of 10 inches and spreads 18-24 inches. This drought-tolerant plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soil.
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium 'Campbell Carpet'
Pycnanthemum tenuifolium 'Campbell Carpet' is a native narrow-leaf mountain mint with minty fragranced foliage. It forms a superb groundcover, reaching 18 inches tall and spreading 7 feet wide in three years. The plant attracts pollinators with its lavender-white flowers and has attractive smoky purple seed heads that remain through winter.
Salvia greggii 'Orange Yucca Do'
Salvia greggii 'Orange Yucca Do' is a woody shrub that blooms for about six months, peaking in late summer to fall. It is sun-loving, drought-tolerant, and attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators. This plant requires cutting back by half to two-thirds in late winter to maintain its shape.
Salvia sylvestris 'New Dimension Rose'
Salvia sylvestris 'New Dimension Rose' is a perennial plant developed by Kieft-Pro-Seeds, featuring fragrant basal foliage and 16-inch tall flower spikes. The dark violet buds open to clear pink flowers from early May until summer heat arrives. It requires good drainage and plenty of sun, making it a vibrant addition to sunny gardens.
Salvia greggii 'Burgundy'
Salvia greggii 'Burgundy' is a woody shrub that blooms for about six months, peaking in late summer to fall. It is drought-tolerant and attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Salvia greggii 'San Raphael'
Salvia greggii 'San Raphael' is a woody shrub with a spreading habit, reaching 3 to 4 feet wide. It features narrow linear foliage and orange-yellow flowers that bloom in spring and fall, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators.
Monarda 'Petite Delight'
Monarda 'Petite Delight' is a dwarf bee balm with dark green crinkled foliage and compact lavender pink flower heads. It grows up to 15 inches tall and forms a 3-foot wide clump, known for its good mildew resistance.
Clinopodium nepeta ssp. glandulosum
Clinopodium nepeta ssp. glandulosum is a hardy plant with aromatic soft-green leaves and tiny pale lilac-white blooms. It thrives in poor soil conditions and hot sun, growing 12 to 18 inches tall. This plant is deer and rabbit resistant and attracts bees and beneficial insects.
Salvia nemorosa 'Mainacht'
Salvia nemorosa 'Mainacht' is a compact perennial known for its rich blue flower spikes that bloom from late spring through fall. It is popular with butterflies and features blue-gray, lance-shaped aromatic foliage. This hardy plant thrives in sun, heat, and humidity, and is both deer resistant and drought tolerant once established.
Salvia farinacea 'Strata'
Salvia farinacea 'Strata' is a striking perennial known for its bicolor blue and white flower spikes that bloom from late spring through fall. This plant reaches about 15 inches in height and thrives in full sun, making it drought-tolerant and ideal for attracting bees and other pollinators. It is hardy to 0°F in well-drained soils and is not typically eaten by deer or rabbits, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Conradina glabra 'Torreya Dwarf'
Conradina glabra 'Torreya Dwarf' is a federally endangered plant native to the Florida Panhandle, specifically the Apalachicola region. It features dark green, needle-like evergreen leaves and light lavender flowers that bloom in early spring. This small shrub grows to about 1 foot tall and 18 inches wide, making it suitable for compact garden spaces. Its unique habitat and conservation status add to its botanical interest.
Salvia jamensis 'Blast'
Salvia jamensis 'Blast' is a woody shrub with masses of peachy salmon flowers in spring and a spectacular fall show. It forms 4-foot tall and 6-foot wide clumps, thriving in sunny areas with good drainage. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators.
Nepeta 'Neptune'
Nepeta 'Neptune' is a compact plant with large violet-blue flowers and aromatic dark-green foliage. It is drought-tolerant and resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a hardy choice for gardens in USDA zones 4 to 10. This sun-loving plant quickly reblooms, providing continuous color throughout the growing season.