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Pat Fitzgerald of Fitzgerald Nurseries in Ireland has selected some nifty variations and variegations of this versatile, sturdy genus. He describes his creations as “colorful, multifunctional, and easy.”(pictured above)Carex o. Evercolor® 'Everest' PP20955Deep green blades flanked with snowy white edges.Mature height 17" 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 develo

A retail staple, purple fountain grass routinely tops our list of best-selling ornamental grasses.'Rubrum' is so well-known and loved, that it barely needs an introduction. A rapid grower with prolific blooming power, purple fountain grass requires little more than a quality start, sunny space, and well-draining soil for spectacular results.High impact! With a mid-range mature height of three to five feet, it stands nicely in large, fast-growing sweeps or gracefully as a single. Container-friend

Indigenous plants are a big deal. We are excited about Shining Star™, an exclusive from our breeding/selection program. Its variegated leaves bring a fresh, bright mojo to the "little bluestem" category. In trials, it has proven its mettle in widely varying climates and soils. Shining Star™ is our third native grass introduction, joiningPanicum v. 'Hot Rod' and Muhlenbergia c. Fast Forward®.Key Features● Unique green and creamy-white variegated basal foliage.● Blades blush pale pink with co

As one of the top-selling genera in North America, Hosta is a proven favorite among growers, gardeners, and landscape professionals for a nearly endless variety of applications. They are so well known that the common name; Plantain lily is hardly used.Strengthen your perennial program with a large selection of easy-to-grow Hosta. Tempt customers with bold and bicolor, a cute container-friendly compact, or go blue and big. Coveted for their low-maintenance, shade-friendly nature, these six winnin

Advance your perennial program with a host of low-maintenance, easy-to-grow Hosta varieties. Available in a broad spectrum of sizes, forms, and gorgeous foliage colors, this landscape essential is one of the top-selling genera in North America.Don't miss this hot commodity! Great growers and gardeners know warm season planting allows time for full, mature development before winter rest. Next spring, you'll reap the rewards of planning and planting ahead with fat, retail-ready gallons bursting f