Plants in family ranunculaceae
Clematis 'Barbara Harrington'
Clematis 'Barbara Harrington' is a striking vine with magenta flowers that bloom from late June to September. The flowers, about 4 inches across, have pointed petals and require a supporting structure to grow. This plant thrives in rich, porous, alkaline soil and prefers full sunlight with shaded roots. It is best pruned back hard at the end of winter to encourage healthy growth.
Anemone coronaria 'Italian White'
Anemone coronaria 'Italian White' is a charming perennial with white petals and striking black centers. It blooms in early spring, reaching a height of 8 to 12 inches. This plant is suitable for outdoor gardens in USDA zones 8 to 10 and requires medium humidity and water levels. It is considered a pet hazard, so caution is advised around animals.
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White'
Thalictrum aquilegiifolium 'Nimbus White' is a meadow rue with sturdy, charcoal black stalks and columbine-like foliage. It produces clusters of pure white frothy flower heads, being the first to flower in mid to late April. This plant is deer and rabbit resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Helleborus foetidus 'Ruth'
Helleborus foetidus 'Ruth' is a compact, evergreen perennial with dark-green, almost black foliage. It produces green flowers in late fall or winter, adding interest to the garden during the colder months. This plant is suitable for part sun to shade and is resistant to rabbits, making it a durable choice for various garden settings.
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Violet W Dark Spots'
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Violet W Dark Spots' is a deer-resistant plant with violet flowers featuring darker purple spots. It is a hardy perennial suitable for shaded garden areas.
Anemonoides blanda
Anemonoides blanda is a spring-flowering ephemeral with a showy mixture of pink, blue-violet, and white blooms. This carefree and easy-to-grow plant is great for containers and naturalizing. It is deer and rabbit resistant, thriving in full sun and partial shade with well-drained rich soil.
Helleborus niger 'Hgc Jacob'
Helleborus niger 'Hgc Jacob' is a compact, early-flowering perennial known for its large, pure white flowers that bloom from November to January. This plant forms a 1-foot tall by 1-foot wide clump and features glossy, dark green foliage that is deer-resistant. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for dry shade areas. Its winter blooms and resilience make it a valuable addition to shade gardens and winter landscapes.
Helleborus hybridus 'Sandy Shores'
Helleborus hybridus 'Sandy Shores' features ivory-peach flowers with a dark purple center, blooming in late winter. This evergreen perennial is drought-resistant and thrives in well-drained soils. It provides nectar for honeybees and is a prolific re-seeder.
Helleborus hybridus 'White Pearl'
Helleborus hybridus 'White Pearl' is a semi-double lenten rose with white petals edged in red. This winter-flowering plant is drought-resistant and thrives in well-drained soils. It provides nectar for honeybees and is a prolific re-seeder, making it a valuable addition to winter gardens.
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Double White'
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Double White' is a perennial plant known for its double white flowers. These hand-selected seedlings are suitable for cottage gardens and are resistant to deer and rabbits. This plant thrives in part sun to shade and adds elegance to spring gardens with its winter flowering habit.
Aquilegia canadensis 'Corbett'
Aquilegia canadensis 'Corbett' is a charming perennial known for its solid yellow, nodding flowers that bloom in mid-spring. This plant forms 18-inch tall clumps and is well-suited for gardens that receive sun to light shade. It is a reliable choice for gardeners looking for a plant that comes true from seed and adds a splash of color to their spring garden. Its adaptability to various light conditions and its cheerful blooms make it a delightful addition to any landscape.
Hepatica henryi
Hepatica henryi is one of the rarest liverleaf species, known for its difficulty to grow. It features green foliage and produces white to blue flowers in early spring. This plant is native to China and thrives in light shade to shade conditions.
Clematis 'Jan Fopma'
Clematis 'Jan Fopma' is a hybrid vine known for its small, red-lavender, bell-shaped flowers with lighter edges. Blooming from July to September, this plant is a cross between Clematis integrifolia and Clematis fusca, developed by Dutch breeder Wim Snoeijer. It grows as a 5-foot long scrambler, making it ideal for trellises or as a ground cover. Its unique flower shape and color attract butterflies and hummingbirds, adding charm to gardens.
Helleborus ericsmithii 'Pink Beauty'
Helleborus ericsmithii 'Pink Beauty' is a hybrid plant with grey-green leaves and dusty purple flower stalks. The flowers open ivory and pink, aging to dusty pink, and are deer-resistant. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 6 and above, making it a reliable choice for shaded gardens.
Helleborus hybridus 'Confetti Cake'
Helleborus hybridus 'Confetti Cake' is an evergreen plant that forms 18-inch tall clumps with double white flowers speckled with raspberry-to-burgundy. Blooming in late winter, it is drought resistant and provides nectar for honeybees, making it a valuable addition to woodland gardens.
Helleborus niger 'Snowbells'
Helleborus niger 'Snowbells' is a semi-double Christmas rose known for its horizontally held flowers that begin blooming in mid-December. This plant is part of a new seed strain from Walters Gardens and is ideal for winter gardens.
Anemone 'Meron Bordeaux'
Anemone 'Meron Bordeaux' is a captivating plant with silky deep-plum blooms and royal-purple eyes accented by black stamens. This hardy perennial is suitable for USDA zones 7-10 and is resistant to deer and rabbits. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moderate, consistent moisture in organically-rich soil. The plant's curly, fern-like foliage adds texture to garden beds. 'Meron Bordeaux' is an excellent choice for adding a splash of color to gardens, with its striking flowers making a bold statement.
Thalictrum flavum 'Illuminator'
Thalictrum flavum 'Illuminator' is a 5-foot tall specimen with blue columbine-like foliage that emerges with a gold overlay. It produces clusters of tiny airy yellow flowers in late spring, adding a bright touch to gardens.
Helleborus hybridus 'Mardi Gras Single White W Red Blotch'
Helleborus hybridus 'Mardi Gras Single White W Red Blotch' is a striking plant with picotee-style flowers, featuring white petals with a red-purple blotch. This hybrid is part of the Helleborus family, known for its shade tolerance and ability to thrive in a variety of garden settings.
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Yellow W Purple Eyezone'
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Yellow W Purple Eyezone' is a unique plant with yellow flowers featuring a dark purple violet eyezone. It is a result of selective breeding and adds a striking color contrast to gardens.
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Aureovariegata'
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Aureovariegata' is a perennial known for its green and yellow mottled foliage that turns mostly golden in summer. It typically produces flowers in the purple range and is suitable for dry shade gardens.
Adonis amurensis 'Hanazono'
Adonis amurensis 'Hanazono' is a rare sport known for its bright yellow, green-centered, fully double flowers. Blooming in mid-January, this plant features lacy cutleaf foliage and goes dormant by late spring.
Helleborus hybridus 'Amethyst Glow'
Helleborus hybridus 'Amethyst Glow' is a winter-flowering plant with very dark purple flowers edged in pink. It is drought-resistant and provides nectar for honeybees, making it a valuable addition to woodland gardens.
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Red 2 Qt'
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Red 2 Qt' is a unique lenten rose with rarely seen red flowers. This evergreen perennial is deer-resistant and thrives in part sun to shade. It is suitable for cottage gardens and can be used as a cut flower. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4a to 8b.
Helleborus hybridus 'Mardi Gras Single White With Red Spots'
Helleborus hybridus 'Mardi Gras Single White With Red Spots' is a perennial known for its striking picotee-style flowers. The blooms are white with small red-violet specks, adding a unique touch to shaded garden areas. This plant is part of the Helleborus family and is appreciated for its early spring flowering and ability to thrive in dry shade conditions.
Clematis 'Silmakivi'
Clematis 'Silmakivi' is a compact climbing plant known for its light blue flowers with creamy yellow anthers. It blooms from June through September and requires a supporting structure to thrive. This clematis prefers full sun with shaded roots and should be pruned after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.
Hepatica nobilis 'Lithuanian Blue'
Hepatica nobilis 'Lithuanian Blue' is an evergreen perennial with three-lobed foliage and dark blue flowers that bloom in mid-spring. It originates from wild-collected seed in Lithuania.
Delphinium requienii
Delphinium requienii is a biennial plant native to Southwest Europe, featuring a glossy bright green basal rosette and mauvy purple flowers on 3-foot tall stalks in late spring. After flowering, the plant disappears and reappears in early fall, reseeding itself in place. It is suitable for sunny locations and attracts butterflies, making it a charming addition to gardens.