Plants in family lamiaceae
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.
Ocimum basilicum 'Italian Sweet'
Sweet Italian Large Leaf Basil is excellent for Italian cuisine and can be used fresh or dried. It is known for its strong, tall growth and enormous leaves, making it a staple in many kitchens.
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty'
Ajuga reptans 'Bronze Beauty' is a groundcover plant with bronze-hued evergreen foliage and 4-inch tall spikes of lavender flowers. It is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 10 and spreads quickly, making it ideal for covering large areas. This plant is deer-resistant and prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Agastache 'Blue Boa'
Agastache 'Blue Boa' is a hardy perennial known for its stunning gentian-blue to violet-purple flower spikes that bloom from early summer to late fall. This plant is heat and humidity tolerant, making it ideal for USDA zones 5-9. It attracts pollinators, including native bees, and features fragrant minty-licorice foliage. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Salvia microphylla 'Fuschia'
Salvia microphylla 'Fuschia' is a woody shrub with vibrant fuchsia blooms that attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. It blooms from late spring through fall, is drought-tolerant, and thrives in sunny locations.
Pycnanthemum albescens 'Malcolm Vidrine'
Pycnanthemum albescens 'Malcolm Vidrine' is a fragrant plant native to the Southeast US, known for its silvery green foliage and spearmint scent. It produces tiny mauve flowers in early October and is easy to grow under average moisture conditions. This plant is both pollinator-friendly and drought-tolerant.
Salvia greggii 'Big Pink'
Salvia greggii 'Big Pink' is a woody shrub with large, violet-pink flowers and dark maroon calyces, blooming from May to November. Native to Mexico, it is a sun-loving, drought-tolerant plant that attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators. This deer-resistant shrub requires pruning in late winter to maintain its rigidly upright form.
Vitex agnus-castus
Vitex agnus-castus is a winter-hardy tree with true-blue flower spikes and aromatic leaves. It attracts pollinators and butterflies and is drought-tolerant, making it a versatile choice for various climates.
Ajuga tenorei 'Toffee Chip'
Ajuga tenorei 'Toffee Chip' is a sport from Ajuga 'Valfredda', featuring tiny green leaves with a creamy yellow border. It is not aggressive and is suitable for miniature train settings or small rock gardens. In June, it produces 3-inch tall flower spikes of tiny purple flowers, adding a touch of color to the landscape.
Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow'
Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' is a groundcover with tricolor leaves, featuring light green edges with a pinkish-purple overcast. It forms a moderately spreading mat and produces 4-inch spikes of blue-lavender flowers in late April.
Thymus praecox ssp. britannicus
Thymus praecox ssp. britannicus, also known as creeping thyme, is a low-growing plant with hairy leaves and stems, often used as groundcover. Its grey, woolly foliage makes it suitable for rock gardens and well-drained soils. This ornamental plant is adaptable to cold climates and is valued for its ability to attract butterflies.
Salvia glechomifolia
Salvia glechomifolia is a creeping perennial from Oaxaca, Mexico, known for its blue-violet flowers on 12-inch stems. It forms a groundcover mat and can survive temperatures as low as 0 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant is ideal for sunny to partially shaded areas and attracts butterflies while being resistant to deer.
Comanthosphace japonica
Comanthosphace japonica, a Japanese shrub mint, forms a 3-foot tall and wide mass of upright stems with golden yellow leaves. The foliage may fade in warm summer nights, but cutting back encourages a brighter reflush. In October and November, it is topped with yellow bottlebrush-like flowers, making it a striking addition to gardens.
Ajuga reptans 'Catlin's Giant'
Ajuga reptans 'Catlin's Giant' is a robust ground cover plant with short spikes of blue flowers and bronzy-red, aromatic leaves. It thrives in USDA zones 4 to 8 and is semi-evergreen in warmer climates. This plant is tolerant of foot traffic and deer-resistant, making it an excellent choice for areas with high activity. 'Catlin's Giant' prefers moist, well-drained soil and can adapt to various sun and soil conditions, providing a lush, flowering carpet that attracts pollinators.
Salvia glabrescens 'Shi Ho'
Salvia glabrescens 'Shi Ho' is a shade-tolerant plant with dark purple flowers and dark green hastate leaves. It forms an 18-inch tall and wide clump and blooms in October. This plant prefers moist, rich soils and is avoided by deer and rabbits, making it a resilient choice for gardens.