Blog

From the dawn of time, ferns have seen it all. Many of our best sellers graced the world's gardens over a century ago. Before that, their foliar ancestors shared the planet with really big reptiles during the Jurassic era, a likely inspiration for the newest cultivar to catch our attention. Both Dryopteris varieties shown grow to a mature height of 18-24" and are hardy for Zones 5-9. We've included a look at the unique foliage of Fortune's cold hardy holly ferns and eve

From the breeding wizardry of North Carolina State University and the team at Darwin Perennials, we offer two stellar ornamental grasses that have a unique advantage: They're infertile - functionally sterile - so you won't need to block any pesky pop-ups. Miscanthus sinensis Bandwidth™ PP29460  Will Bandwidth™ magically endow the garden with Wi-Fi? Probably not, but the broad bands of bright gold on its stiff, upright blades guarantee great garden a

  Agastache, also known as "Mexican hyssop," is a delightful addition to any sunny garden border, infusing the air with an enchanting scent of sweet licorice. This robust North American native genus, often dubbed "hummingbird mint," is a favorite among gardeners not just for its aromatic charm but also for its remarkable ability to draw in a flurry of beneficial pollinators like butterflies, bees, and of course hummingbirds. And here’s the cherry on top:

  These well-behaved sedges create sturdy, compact, and uniform mounds of glossy blades available in various sizes and colors. The subtle flowers on these oshimensis types develop into interesting bristle-like seed heads.  Hardy in Zones 6-9, these 'grasses' are designed for partly shady areas but tolerate sunny spots nicely. They thrive best in moist, well-drained soil.   EverColor® Carex typically stay evergreen throughout most winters. The

Need a way to keep your benches full and your heating bills low? With the right crops, an early start is a profitable plan.Calamagrostis xacutiflora“Feather reed grass” is a classic cool-season grass that thrives on warm days and easy-to-maintain night temperatures. We offer six varieties of this handsome, versatile species.'Avalanche'A handsome variegated form. Green blades with snowy white central bands.Height: 3’Zones 4 – 10'Eldorado'Variegated, with a bold gold stripe down the middle of each