Plymouth Nursery

Daydream’s lighter color flowers are quite attractive. In cooler weather, the flowers fade to paler blue around the bright yellow centers, creating an appealing “halo” effect. Blooms early September. Plants are full of flowers. Best in full sun in moist, well drained soil in an area with good air flow. Attracts bees.

Rose colored, trumpet-shaped blooms appear in late May and persist through September. A beautiful, seedless variety that is very well mannered. Fast growing self clinging vine. Plant in full sun in moist, well drained soil.

Somehwhat shrubby perennial with dark green leaves and white, yellow-centered daisylike flowers in fall. If plants are not killed to the ground over the winter, cut them nearly to the ground in early spring to control their height, otherwise may grow to 3-4’ tall. Height 24 in. with a spread of 24 in. Flowers with adorable white daisies.

'Gilt Edge' is clothed in gracefully ornate rich green lily-like leaves that are edged with golden yellow. Robust, yet well behaved habit. Height 12 in. with a spread of 24 in. Flowers have rosy purple hues.

Whereas most Heucheras flower in the spring, this Heuchera ‘Autumn Bride’ sends up numerous creamy white flowers in the fall for a gorgeous, end-of-season finale.
Height 18-24 in with a spread of 18 in. flower color is White.

Height: 2-4 ft.
Spread: 2-3 ft.
This clump-forming, perennial grass bears large, drooping, oat-like flower spikelets from slender, arching branches. The blue-green, bamboo-like leaves often turn a bright yellow-gold, especially in sunnier sites, in fall. Prefers shade and moist soil. More controlled growth in drier soil. Seeds easily and has been used to prevent soil erosion along streams. The seed stalks are attractive in flower arrangements. Larval host to Skipper butterflys.

Height: 15 in.
Spread: 18-24 in.
Pale pink buds mature to rosy-red flat flower clusters August to September. Evergreen stems may last till spring. Plant in rock gardens, borders or as a single specimen plant (in groups of 3 or more). Will tolerate poor dry soils, full sun and heat.

Height: 24-30 in.
Spread: 12-24 in.
'Maestro' forms a sturdy upright clump of blue-green foliage which gradually turns purple as the season progresses. Large 5-7” flower heads bear bright red buds which open to light pink blossoms held on bright purple stems in late summer. Use in the perennial border, massing, and for cutting.

Height: 8-10 in. Zone: 4. Spread: 15-18 in. Large clusters of 1/2 inch wide violet-blue flowers bloom in early spring over long pointed silver green leaves. Blooms with the crocus and continues to see the daffodils. Tolerates heat. Great ground-cover for the shade or to lighten up a woodland setting. Best in full to partial shade in moist, humus rich soil. Also called Bethlehem Sage.

Height: 4 ft. Zone: 4. Spread: 3-4 ft. 12” white flowers have bright red centers that streak out thru the venation. Blooms midsummer thru frost. Lobed maple-like leaves are copper-red above and orange-red beneath. Fast growing. Plant in full sun in moist to wet soil. Good for bog or waters edge. Use in the background, or with ornamental grasses.

Height:18-30 in. Zone: 4. Spread: 12 in. This fine border plant
produces brilliant fragrant orange flowers from July to August.
Excellent for fresh bouquets. Thrives in full sun and dry, sandy
soil. Good choice for meadows or naturalizing. Canoe-shaped pods
send forth silky seeds and are often used in dried arrangements.

Height: 36-60 in. Zone: 4. Spread: 18-24 in. Long lasting, large, 4” semidouble, pink flowers are shaded purple underneath and bloom on 20” stems late summer to fall. Long-lived perennial with a woody base that reaches up to 5’ tall. Staking may be necessary, especially to keep plants upright after a rain. Divide in fall or early spring. Slow to establish, but then spreads rapidly. Adds color to partially shaded fall borders. Mulch for winter.

Multi-petaled and multi-colored Delphinium plants get just 24-30" tall. Compact, sturdy stalks. Heavy flowering. Hardy.

Use as a fall decoration in pots, or use as an in-ground border. Good even after frost!

Hardy fall mums are usually available late August through October and come in many colors and sizes. Call for specific information and pricing.