Plants in family lamiaceae
Scutellaria mellichampii 'Bluffton Blues'
Scutellaria mellichampii 'Bluffton Blues' is a native plant from the southeastern United States, forming 2-foot tall stems with tightly clumping growth. It blooms with lavender blue flowers from June until frost, making it a beautiful addition to gardens. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts insects, making it a valuable choice for pollinator-friendly gardens.
Thymus camphoratus
Thymus camphoratus is a flowering plant in the mint family, endemic to southwest Portugal. This erect subshrub grows 6-12 inches tall and features ovate-triangular leaves with pink or purple flowers. It thrives in heathlands and xerophilic scrub on stabilized dunes, making it a fragrant and attractive groundcover.
Salvia 'Evolution'
Salvia 'Evolution' is a compact plant with purple blooms that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. It blooms from early summer to fall and is known for its weather resistance and low maintenance. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Callicarpa dichotoma 'Early Amethyst'
Callicarpa dichotoma 'Early Amethyst' is a mid-sized shrub known for its fluffy pink blossoms and striking lavender fruit clusters. Its arching stems make it a graceful addition to gardens, attracting pollinators like butterflies and providing bird-friendly berries. This woody perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moderately moist, well-drained soil. It is particularly hardy in cold climates, where it can act as a perennial. Pruning is best done in late winter or early spring to maintain its shape and health.
Salvia glabrescens 'Elk Yellow Purple'
Salvia glabrescens 'Elk Yellow Purple' is a Japanese forest sage with light yellow flowers flecked with dark purple. It forms 18-inch tall clumps of glossy, dark green leaves and blooms in September/October. This plant prefers shade and moist, organic soils, attracting pollinators while being generally avoided by deer and rabbits.
Salvia 'Mes Azur'
Salvia 'Mes Azur' is a hybrid plant known for its dense habit and profusion of purple flowers. This woody-stemmed shrub grows 2 feet tall and 5 feet wide, blooming for about six months. It requires good drainage and bright sun, making it drought-tolerant and a favorite among hummingbirds and pollinators. Regular trimming in late winter helps maintain its shape and encourages new growth.
Ajuga tenorei 'Valfredda'
Ajuga tenorei 'Valfredda' is a unique perennial from Italy, featuring narrow, chocolate-colored foliage and tiny spikes of dark blue-lavender flowers in early spring. This plant is ideal for woodland gardens, offering a striking contrast with its dark leaves. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance option for diverse garden settings.
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 'Red Velvet'
Salvia 'Red Velvet' is a woody shrub hybrid of S. greggii and S. microphylla, known for its large velvety red flowers. It forms a 4-foot tall and wide clump within three years and blooms for about six months, peaking in late summer into fall. This sun-loving plant is drought tolerant and attracts hummingbirds and other pollinators. Although not self-cleaning, its vibrant blooms and resilience make it a popular choice for gardens. Salvia 'Red Velvet' adds a splash of color and life to any landscape.
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.
Monarda 'Balmy Purple'
Monarda 'Balmy Purple' is a compact perennial known for its mildew resistance and ability to attract pollinators. It features edible lilac blooms and grows to about 12 inches tall and 10 inches wide, thriving in zones 4-9. This plant is a great addition to gardens looking for a splash of color and ecological benefits.
Origanum vulgare 'Aureum'
Origanum vulgare 'Aureum' is a creeping form of oregano with golden, fragrant foliage. It is suitable for use as a ground cover or in rock gardens, and its aromatic leaves can be used in cooking. This plant thrives in sunny locations and is a delightful addition to any garden, offering both visual appeal and culinary uses.
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.
Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop'
Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop' is an evergreen groundcover with larger, darker purple leaves and flowers than its parent. It forms a dense mat of crinkled, glossy foliage and is topped with blue-purple flowers in late spring.
Salvia 'Indigo Spires'
Salvia 'Indigo Spires' is a hybrid salvia introduced in 1979, known for its upright 3-foot tall clump and arching spikes of dark blue-purple flowers. It blooms throughout the summer and until frost, providing a long-lasting floral display. This plant is a favorite among butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Salvia 'Indigo Spires' is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, thriving in sunny locations with well-drained soil.
Salvia leucantha 'Ferpink'
Salvia leucantha 'Ferpink' is a striking Mexican Salvia with a unique color combination of silver white calyces and pink flowers. This perennial can grow up to 3 feet tall and 6 feet wide in a single season, blooming from late September. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. Its flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, adding life to any garden.
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.
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.
Salvia sylvestris 'Caradonna'
Salvia sylvestris 'Caradonna' is a perennial plant known for its striking dark purple stems and vivid blue-violet flower spikes that bloom in midsummer. It forms a compact clump about 12 inches tall and 18 inches wide, making it a favorite among hummingbirds. The plant's felty green leaves add texture to gardens, and it is recognized for its drought tolerance and deer resistance. This salvia is also appreciated for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to cottage gardens and rock gardens alike.
Salvia 'Rhapsody In Blue'
Salvia 'Rhapsody In Blue' is a compact deciduous plant with dark green leaves and 22-inch tall spikes of blue-purple flowers. It blooms from mid-April into June and prefers an open location with good air movement and soil drainage.
Salvia farinacea 'Augusta Duelberg'
Salvia farinacea 'Augusta Duelberg' is a hardy perennial known for its silvery-white flowers that bloom from May until frost. This plant grows up to 30 inches tall and 4 feet wide, thriving in full sun and various soil types. It is heat- and drought-tolerant, making it low maintenance and valuable for pollinators. Additionally, it is not typically eaten by deer or rabbits.
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.
Salvia 'Grape Soda'
Salvia 'Grape Soda' is a tough perennial hybrid with narrow green leaves and a shrubby 2-foot height. It blooms in spring and fall with hundreds of clear purple flowers. This sun-loving plant is drought-tolerant and attracts hummingbirds and pollinators.
Salvia 'Stampede Lavender'
Salvia 'Stampede Lavender' is a semi-evergreen plant with woody stems and lavender pink flowers. It blooms for about six months and is highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators. This sun-loving, drought-tolerant plant requires pruning in late winter and thrives in well-drained soil.
Salvia 'Rockin Deep Purple'
Salvia 'Rockin Deep Purple' is a hybrid known for its vivid violet flowers with black calyx, blooming from June through September. This plant attracts bumblebees and can be cut to the ground during summer for maintenance. It is a striking addition to gardens, offering a splash of color and wildlife attraction.
Stachys coccinea 'Hot Spot Coral'
Stachys coccinea 'Hot Spot Coral' is a native plant of the southwestern US, known for its bright coral-red tubular flowers. It is adaptable to most soils and is a favorite of hummingbirds. This plant is hardier than expected and grows up to 18 inches tall.
Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire'
Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire' is a compact form of Russian sage, reaching 2 feet tall. It blooms with dusty lavender-purple flowers in late summer and fall, thriving in bright sun and dry soils for best results.
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.