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Tall Bearded Iris Siberian Iris Japanese Iris Louisiana Iris pgs 141-142 page 143 page 144 page 144 Tall Bearded Iris Northern Regions Southern Regions When to Plant Plant 25ct plugs in LWi-MSp Plant 25ct plugs in LWi-ESp ABBREVIATION CODES E Early (mid to late May) M Mid (late May to early June) L Late (early to mid-June) RE Usually repeats bloom FR Fragrant Tall Bearded Iris plugs are available in 25ct trays, pictured below, for spring shipping January 9 - April 8, 2017. They typically require Photo courtesy of The California Flowerbulb Company, Inc. 6-8 weeks to finish for spring sales. Iris ‘Beverly Sills’ Iris ‘Earl of Essex’

We highly recom- Iris ‘Feed Back’ mend ordering IRGFB25 (Hager) Large, blue-violet early as these popular blossoms with yellow beards. items typically sell Ruffled petals are displayed in out. a widely flared form. Strong, well-branched stems. Pro- Hardy in zones 3-10. nounced sweet fragrance. Our best rebloomer here in Michigan. Reblooms to zone 4. D Iris ‘Beverly Sills’ Iris ‘Earl of Essex’ Traits: 36in–EM–RE–FR–25ct Iris ‘Feed Back’ IRGBS25 (Hager) Uniform IRGEE25 (Zurbrigg) A coral pink self with lacy plicata type Iris: white Iris ‘Harvest of Memories’ edges and impeccable flowers have orchid vio- IRGHM25 (Zurbrigg) Radiant form. An extremely fast let veining and stippling yellow self with widely ruffled grower and very heavy on the edges. Pale or- petals. Slight sweet fragrance. bloomer. Still one of the ange beards are infused Dependable rebloom in summer most sought-after irises with pale violet. Strong and fall. Displays outstanding today. Reblooms to zone 5. rebloomer to zone 4. branching and bud count. Vigor- Traits: 35in–EM–25ct D Traits: 35in–E–RE–25ct D ous grower. Reblooms to zone 4. D Traits: 38in–M–RE–FR–25ct Iris ‘Harvest of Memories’

x/x/x/x/x = foliage height / scapeSee height p. 141 for(where abbreviation applicable) codes / bloom time / zone / size offered 141 HI Tall Bearded Iris Iris ‘Immortality’ NEW! Iris ‘Night Owl’ NEW! Iris ‘Sultan’s Palace’ IRGIM25 (Zurbrigg) Ruffled, IRGNO25 (Schreiner) This IRGSH25 (Schreiner) Choose this pure white self with pale dark-flowering Iris variety is regal variety if you’re looking lemon-yellow beards. Strong aptly named because of its for an Iris with rich color. Velvety sweet fragrance. Nearly ever- rich, near-black, dark vio- maroon-red petals have slightly blooming once established. let-blue flowers. In bright sun- ruffled falls for a graceful look. Has the most consistent light, you’ll notice the velvety Traits: 34in-M-25ct D reblooming ability through- texture of the petals. Light out the country. Reblooms to ruffling make this iris very zone 3. eye-catching and attractive. NEW! Iris ‘Titan’s Glory’ Traits: 29in–M–RE–FR–25ct D Traits: 38in-ML-25ct D IRGTG25 (Schreiner) This Dykes Medal winner is one of the best purple Iris on the market. Fra- NEW! Iris ‘Maui Moonlight’ NEW! Iris ‘Shipshape’ grant, intensely dark violet pur- Intermediate Bearded Iris IRGSH25 (Babson) This is a ple flowers are large and ruffled. IRGMM25 (Aitken) This inter- classic blue iris with a long Traits: 37in-EM-25ct D mediate bearded iris is shorter flowering season because of than typical Tall Bearded Iris, its high bud count. Medium Iris ‘Immortality’ but still demands a presence blue flowers are large and Iris pallida in the garden. Bright lemon wide with attractive ruffling ‘Argentea Variegata’ yellow flowers have incredibly and flaring. Winner of the IRGAV25, IRGAVG1 (Sweet Iris) ruffled edges. Great branching American Dykes Medal, the Striking green and ivory striped New! means good flower power in highest award that an Iris can form. New foliage emerges with the landscape. receive. creamy yellow margins that fade Traits: 23in-M-25ct D Traits: 38in-M-25ct D to ivory as the season progresses. Classic lavender-blue flowers in late spring. The most reliable and disease resistant of all Tall New! New! Bearded Irises. Traits: 34in–E–25ct & G1 D

Iris pallida ‘Variegata’ IRGVA25, IRGVAG1 (Sweet Iris) Striking golden variegated foliage with green and creamy yellow stripes make this one at- Photo courtesy of Bouwmeester Plants tractive even when not in bloom. Iris ‘Maui Moonlight’ Classic lavender-blue flowers. The most reliable and disease resis-

Photo courtesy of Bouwmeester Plants Photo courtesy of Bouwmeester Plants tant of all Tall Bearded Irises. Traits: 34in–E–25ct & G1 D New! Iris ‘Night Owl’ Iris ‘Shipshape’

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Photo courtesy of Bouwmeester Plants Photo courtesy of Bouwmeester Plants Iris ‘Sultan’s Palace’ Iris ‘Titan’s Glory’ Iris pallida Iris pallida ‘Variegata’ ‘Argentea Variegata’

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Unlike their tall bearded cousins, Siberian Irises prefer moist soil and bloom a bit later. Their slender, spiky leaves add wonderful texture to the landscape even when the plants are not in bloom.

Iris sibirica NEW! Iris sibirica ‘Butter and Sugar’ ‘Over in Gloryland’ IRSBSG1, IRSBSG2 (Siberian Iris) IRSOGG1 (Siberian Iris) An espe- Creamy white standards, butter cially showy selection. 5in wide, yellow falls, and greenish-yellow deep blue-purple standards veins. May rebloom in fall. Performs and falls have a light yellow and best in moist, acidic soil. Blooms cream blaze with blue-purple before the Japanese but after the veining. Blooms before the Japa- Tall Bearded. nese but after the Tall Bearded. D D Iris sibirica Iris sibirica 28in/ESu/Z3-9/G1 & G2 34in/ESu/Z3-9/G1 ‘Butter and Sugar’ ‘Caesar’s Brother’ Limited Supply.

Iris sibirica ‘Caesar’s Brother’ IRSCBG1, IRSCBG2 (Siberian Iris) Iris sibirica ‘Ruffled Velvet’ Deep purple self and a yellow and IRSRVG1, IRSRVG2 (Siberian Iris) A white blaze with black veining. dramatic selection with red-pur- Performs admirably in moist, ple standards, velvety darker acidic soil. Blooms before the Jap- purple falls, and a black and gold anese but after the Tall Bearded. blaze. Performs admirably in 36-42in/ESu/Z3-9/G1 & G2 D moist, acidic soil. Blooms before the Japanese but after the Tall STELLAR SELLER Bearded. 24-30in/ESu/Z3-9/G1 & G2 D Iris sibirica ‘Contrast in Styles’ IRSCSG1 (Siberian Iris) This showy selection is named for its incred- ‘Iris sibirica ‘White Swirl’ Iris sibirica ‘Contrast in Styles’ ible contrasting color patterns. IRSWSG1, IRSWSG2 (Siberian Iris) 3-5in flowers have rich wine pur- Widely flared, ivory-white self, with ple standards and falls with light- a touch of gold near the throat. New! er blue-purple styles. Semi-flaring One of the finest whites available. falls display prominent white and Performs admirably in moist, yellow signals with purple veining. acidic soil. Blooms before the Jap- D 28-34in/ESu/Z3-9/G1 anese but after the Tall Bearded. 30in/ESu/Z3-9/G1 & G2 D

Iris sibirica Iris sibirica Iris sibirica ‘Over in Gloryland’ ‘Ruffled Velvet’ ‘White Swirl’

x/x/x/x/x = foliage height / scapeSee height p. 141 for(where abbreviation applicable) codes / bloom time / zone / size offered 143 HI Louisiana Iris Japanese Iris Louisiana Irises have very large, beardless flowers with Japanese Iris rhizomes should be planted 2-3in deep in wide, open flaring petals. They require boggy to consis- heavy, rich, acidic, consistently moist soil. Never let the soil tently moist, acidic soil and regular fertilization. dry out. With proper care, they will become large, healthy plants with huge flowers. Iris ‘Black Gamecock’ (Louisiana Group) IRLBGG1 (Louisiana Iris) Known for having “out- rageous vigor”, this iris multiplies rapidly when sited properly. Blooms reliably each year. Huge 4-6in flowers open flat to display their velvety deep purple petals with a narrow gold signal. 2-3ft/ESu-MSu/Z4-10/G1 D

Photo courtesy of Niels Mulder Iris ‘Black Gamecock’ Iris ensata ‘Lion King’

Iris ensata ‘Lion King’ IRELKG1 (Japanese Iris) This extraordinary, majestic plant pro- duces gigantic 7-8in, fully double blossoms with standards and falls much larger than the species. Each petal displays a wide, grape purple edge that feathers into the pure white center. Tall, stately perennial. 3-4ft/ESu/Z4-9/G1 D

Knautia macedonica Kniphofia hirsuta ‘Thunder and Lightning’ ‘Fire Dance’ PP21437 KNIFD30, KNIFD72 (Red Hot Pok- KNATL30, KNATL72 (Knautia) er) Shorter variety better suited Knautia macedonica Light green leaves are shaped to smaller city gardens. Coral ‘Thunder and Lightning’ PP21437 like lightning bolts with creamy red and yellow flower spikes are yellow to white margins. Com- produced atop a low-growing, pact, shorter selection with thick clump of narrow, arching, the same deep reddish purple blue-green foliage. Hardiest flowers as the species. We ship selection to date from Jelitto clean stock. Seeds. 12-18in/ESu-EFa/Z5-9/30 & 72ct C 20in/ESu-LSu/Z4-9/30 & 72ct S Asexual propagation prohibited.

Kniphofia ‘First Sunrise’ PP16036 KNIFSG1 (Red Hot Poker) This floriferous hybrid from hybridiz- er Luit Van Delft sets the garden ablaze with loads of solid fluo- rescent orange, torch-shaped flower spikes. Forms a relatively compact clump of green, strappy foliage. A colorful perennial for hot, dry areas. 30-36in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/G1 D Kniphofia ‘First Sunrise’ Kniphofia hirsuta Asexual propagation prohibited. PP16036 ‘Fire Dance’

144 Phone: 888-925-8377 • Fax: 800-752-1879 • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.WaltersGardens.com Lagerstroemia BARISTA™ Collection L BARISTA™ Crapemyrtles are specifically bred for the Northern market. These selections perform well in our West Michigan climate, overwintering in our zone 6 winters. All of the members of this collection bloom on new wood. NEW! Lagerstroemia Lagerstroemia ‘Like a Latte’ PPAF New! ‘Bubble Tea’ PPAF WGI Introduction! WGI Introduction! LAGLL20, LAGLL72 (Crapemyrtle) A pe- LAGBT20, LAGBT72 (Crapemyrtle) This tite habit with branched, woody stems. crapemyrtle will have attractive, Attractive, dark green foliage with semi-glossy, medium green foliage for burgundy veining. In late summer, you to enjoy all summer long. In late coppery red buds open to pure white summer, the round habit explodes flowers. with flower buds that bubble up to 1½-2ft/LSu-EFa/Z6-9/20 & 72ct C the top of the shrub with enormous, Asexual propagation prohibited. triangular-shaped bright lilac purple flower clusters. 2½-3ft/LSu-EFa/Z6-9/20 & 72ct C NEW! Lagerstroemia Lagerstroemia ‘Bubble Tea’ PPAF Asexual propagation prohibited. ‘Spiced Plum’ PPAF WGI Introduction! LAGSP20, LAGSP72 (Crapemyrtle) An Lagerstroemia ‘Cherry Mocha’ PPAF exciting new color to the collection. WGI Introduction! Rosy red flower buds open to raspber- LAGCM20, LAGCM72 (Crapemyrtle) ry purple flowers. Dark red stems hold A very refined shrub for the landscape. deep green leaves with heavy olive Woody, burgundy-colored stems bear highlights, forming a compact, round- semi-glossy burgundy foliage. Cherry ed habit as stellar as the flowers. red flowers open from shiny red buds, 2-2½f/LSu-EFa/Z6-9/20 & 72ct C contrasting nicely with its dark foliage. Asexual propagation prohibited. 2-2½ft/LSu-EFa/Z6-9/20 & 72ct C Lagerstroemia ‘Cherry Mocha’ PPAF Asexual propagation prohibited. Lagerstroemia ‘Sweet Macchiato’ PPAF Lagerstroemia ‘Frappe Pink’ PPAF WGI Introduction! WGI Introduction! LAGSM20, LAGSM72 (Crapemyrtle) Up- LAGFP20, LAGFP72 (Crapemyrtle) The right, branched, and bushy selection. most floriferous of the BARISTA™ Dark blue-green foliage with glossy Collection. Coral red buds open to deep red new growth. In late summer, perfectly formed, true pink flower glossy red buds burst open to sweet, clusters. Well branched, brown, woody hot pink flower clusters with mustard stems hold rich green dark leaves. New yellow stamens. growth at tips are glossy deep red. 2½-3ft/LSu-EFa/Z6-9/20 & 72ct C 2-2½ft/LSu-EFa/Z6-9/20 & 72ct C Asexual propagation prohibited. Asexual propagation prohibited. Lagerstroemia ‘Frappe Pink’ PPAF

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Lagerstroemia Lagerstroemia Lagerstroemia ‘Spiced Plum’ PPAF ‘Like a Latte’ PPAF ‘Sweet Macchiato’ PPAF

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Northern Regions Southern Regions When to Plant G1s in ESp-LSp Plant G1s in Fall, MWi-ESp Plant 30s in LWi-LSp Plant 30s in MWi-ESp Plant Plant 72s in LSu (best)-ESp Plant 72s in EFa, MWi-ESp

Lavandula angustifolia Lavandula angustifolia Lavandula angustifolia ‘Essence Purple’ PPAF ‘Blue Cushion’ ‘French Perfume’ Lavandula angustifolia from seed; a quick turn for ‘Blue Cushion’ growers. Grey-green foliage LAVBCG1 (English Lavender) forms a compact, rounded Many compact lavenders have mound topped with intensely smaller flowers and uneven fragrant, deep purple flowers. flowering, but this one forms 12-16in/MSu-EFa/Z5-9/30 & 72ct S a compact, rounded cushion of fragrant, grey-green foliage topped with a uniform, dense Lavandula angustifolia mass of deep blue flowers ‘Hidcote’ which lighten to pale blue. LAVHIG1, LAVHI30, LAVHI72 (En- 16in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/G1 C glish Lavender) Very fragrant, deep violet-purple flower spikes fill the air all summer long Lavandula angustifolia with their sweet perfume. The silver-grey foliage remains com- ‘Essence Purple’ PPAF pact, making it a good choice LAVEUG1, LAVEU72 (English Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ for edging. Lavender) One of the very best 16-18in/MSu-EFa/Z5-9/G1, 30 & in our trials; consistently out- 72ct S standing performance. Forms STELLARSTELLA a perfectly rounded, uniform, SELLER dense clump of green, aromatic Lavandula angustifolia foliage. Retains its shape all sea- ‘Munstead’ son. Bright blueberry colored LAVMSG1, LAVMS30, LAVMS72 (En- flowers bloom early. glish Lavender) Rich lavender C 18in/ESu-EFa/Z5-9/G1, 72ct flower spikes all summer long. Asexual propagation prohibited. Its compact habit and relatively short stature makes this selec- Lavandula angustifolia tion a good choice for edging. ‘French Perfume’ One of the hardiest lavender. 12-16in/LSp-LSu/Z5-9/G1, 30 & LAVFP30, LAVFP72 (English 72ct S Lavender) This award winning STELLAR Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’ selection blooms the first year SELLER

146 Phone: 888-925-8377 • Fax: 800-752-1879 • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.WaltersGardens.com Lavandula angustifolia Lavandula a. SWEET ROMANCE® ‘Silver Mist’ L LAVSMG1, LAVSM72 (English Lavender) Lavandula angustifolia The brightest silver foliage of any SWEET ROMANCE® Lavender; ghostly whitish appear- (‘Kerlavangem’ PP23001) ance from a distance. Forms a bushy, LAVSRG1, LAVSR72 (English very well-branched, uniform clump Lavender) This early blooming of aromatic foliage. Lavender purple lavender flowers well without flowers appear a bit later than typical vernalization. Plump, rich violet Lavenders. Rare selection. purple, branched flower spikes 16-20in/MSu-EFa/Z5-9/G1, 72ct C top the compact mound of grey- green foliage beginning early summer. A staple item for every Lavandula x intermedia ‘Grosso’ sunny garden. LAVGRG1, LAVGR72 (English Lavender) 12-18in/ESu-EFa/Z5-9/G1, 72ct C A cross between L. angustifolia and L. All propagation prohibited. latifolia. Fragrant, plump, violet-blue Proven Winners® label and container flower spikes. Blooms a bit later than required. Recommended Finish Sizes: the others and may rebloom in fall. Premium 1-Gallon (G1), Trade 1-GL (72ct) Especially good for cutting.

STELLAR 24-30in/MSu, EFa/Z5-9/G1, 72ct C SELLER Lavandula angustifolia SWEET ROMANCE® (‘Kerlavangem’ PP23001) Lavandula x intermedia PHENOMENAL™ (‘Niko’ PP24193) LAVPHG1, LAVPH72 (English Lav- ender) Popular new selection from Peace Tree Farms. Toler- ates warm and cold extremes without dying back, resistant to common diseases, and a strong grower in production and landscapes. Large hedge type; forms a dense, very broad mound of silvery green foliage topped with long, rich lavender purple flower wands. Very hardy. 24-32in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/G1, 72ct C Asexual propagation prohibited.

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Photo courtesy of Lloyd Traven Lavandula angustifolia Lavandula x intermedia Lavandula x intermedia ‘Silver Mist’ ‘Grosso’ PHENOMENAL™ (‘Niko’ PP24193) What Sets Our Bare Root Lavender Apart

Here in West Michigan, we are blessed Our bare root lavenders easily fill out pre- with sandy loam soils, reliable snow cover, mium 1-gallon containers and have a short and moderate temperatures. Lavender finish time. Since the foliage has already naturally thrives under these conditions. been shaped for you, there is less labor We carefully manage the growth, shaping, required for you to grow attractive finished and digging of our bare root lavenders to plants. For a relatively small input cost, you ensure our customers receive the highest can have high margin plants finished in quality, generously sized #1 Grade material. just 6-8 weeks in spring.

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Northern Regions Southern Regions When to Plant 72s in LSu(best)-Spring Plant 72s in EFa-ESp Plant Plant 30s in LWi-LSp Plant 30s in MWi-MSp Leucanthemum AMAZING DAISIES™ Collection AMAZING DAISIES™ are a must-have for any garden—shining in both landscapes and combination containers. Full sun and good drainage are a must to grow these varieties successfully.

Leucanthemum superbum AMAZING DAISIES™ Leucanthemum superbum AMAZING DAISIES™ ‘Banana Cream’ PP23181 DAISY MAY® (‘Daisy Duke’ PP21914) Leucanthemum superbum AMAZING DAISIES™ Leucanthemum superbum AMAZING DAISIES™ ‘Banana Cream’ PP23181 DAISY MAY® (‘Daisy Duke’ PP21914) WGI Introduction LEUDM30, LEUDM72 (Shasta Daisy) Incredibly impressive, super LEUBC30, LEUBC72 (Shasta Daisy) Huge 4-5in flowers open lemon compact, highly floriferous selection. 3in, single, pure white, yellow, brightening to light butter yellow and finally to creamy daisy-like flowers form a solid dome of blooms. Grows 20-24in tall white as they mature. Buds are produced at each axillary shoot, and blooms early into late summer in the Midwest; shorter and ensuring a long season of bloom. Vigorous grower with excellent longer blooming in warmer zones. disease resistant, compact, dark green foliage. Suitable for containers. 12-24in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/30 & 72ct C 15-18in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/30 & 72ct T All propagation prohibited. All propagation prohibited. Proven Winners® label and container required. Proven Winners® label and container required. Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon STELLAR SELLER STELLAR SELLER

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Leucanthemum superbum Leucanthemum superbum ‘Alaska’ Leucanthemum superbum ‘Becky’ ‘Highland White Dream’

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Leucanthemum superbum ‘Snowcap’

Leucanthemum superbum ‘Spoonful of Sugar’ PPAF

Leucanthemum superbum ‘Alaska’ Leucanthemum superbum ‘Snowcap’ LEUAL30 (Shasta Daisy) Broad 3in wide LEUSN30, LEUSN72 (Shasta Daisy) Pure flowers are pure white with yellow cen- white, 2-3in single flowers are produced in ters. They are borne on long stems which profusion atop compact, bushy mounds are perfect for cutting. This is the hardiest of foliage. Sturdy uniform plants. Due to strain of Shasta available. its compact nature, this variety tolerates 24-36in/ESu-LSu/Z4-9/30ct S adverse weather conditions better than the others. Suitable for containers. Leucanthemum superbum ‘Becky’ 12-15in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/30 & 72ct C LEUBE30, LEUBE72 (Shasta Daisy) Durable in hot, humid summers. 3in, single, white blooms on strong stems are ideal for cutting. Does not require staking. NEW! Leucanthemum superbum Leucanthemum superbum 36-42in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/30 & 72ct C ‘Spoonful of Sugar’ PPAF ‘Thomas Killen’ WGI Exclusive Introduction STELLARSTELLA SELLER LEUSS30, LEUSS72 (Shasta Daisy) Boasts an Leucanthemum superbum Leucanthemum superbum enormous flower size and an incredibly ‘Thomas Killen’ ‘Highland White Dream’ compact, dome-like habit. 4½in, creamy LEUTK30, LEUTK72 (Shasta Daisy) Though LEUHW30 (Shasta Daisy) Often compared to the white flowers have two rows of very long technically a single, this variety has a dou- award winning ‘Becky’, this selection displays petals that are held tight against the attrac- ble row of petals and crested golden cen- the same exemplary garden performance. Very tive, dark green foliage. A free-flowering ters, giving the flowers a fluffy appearance. large, 4in, white flowers are semi-double variety. The thick, fleshy stems make this variety and are held on starkly upright stems. 16-18in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/30 & 72ct T especially good for cutting. T 24-30in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/30ct T Asexual propagation prohibited. 24-30in/ESu-LSu/Z5-9/30 & 72ct

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Liatris spicata Liatris spicata ‘Floristan Violet’ ‘Floristan White’

Liatris spicata Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’ ‘Kobold Original’

Leucanthemum superbum ‘Whoops-a-Daisy’ PPAF Ligularia ‘Bottle Rocket’ PP24486 Leucanthemum superbum Liatris spicata ‘Whoops-a-Daisy’ PPAF ‘Floristan White’ WGI Exclusive Introduction LIAFWG1 (Gayfeather, Blazing LEUWD30, LEUWD72 (Shasta Star) Multiple wands of creamy- Daisy) Improvement over ‘Snow- white flowers open from top to cap’; better flower coverage, bottom. Narrow, opposite leaves fuller blossoms, and a more are up to 10in long at the base of compact, uniform habit. Forms the plant and decrease in length an exceptionally dense, round- up the stems. Adds a strong ver- ed ball-shaped mound of dark tical element to the garden. green foliage blanketed by large 3-4ft/ESu-LSu/Z3-9/G1 S 3-4in, white flowers with gold centers. Blooms without vernalization. Suitable for containers. Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’ 15-18in/ESu-MSu/Z5-9/30 & 72ct T LIAKOG1, LIAKOG2 (Gayfeather, Asexual propagation prohibited. Blazing Star) Seed form. Bright

STELLAR rosy lavender flower wands SELLER open from top to bottom. Liatris spicata Narrow, opposite leaves are up Ligularia ‘Bottle Rocket’ PP24486 ‘Floristan Violet’ to 10in long at the base of the LIAFVG1 (Gayfeather, Blazing plant and decrease in length up Ligularia ‘Bottle Rocket’ PP24486 Star) Wands of bright violet-pur- the stems. WGI Introduction ple flowers open from top to 18-30in/ESu-MSu/Z3-9/G1 & G2 S LIGBR20, LIGBR72 (Ligularia) A more compact sport of ‘Little bottom. Narrow, opposite leaves Rocket’; delivers excellent garden performance. Perfectly are up to 10in long at the base proportional plant forms a dense clump of thicker, serrat- of the plant and decrease in Liatris spicata ed green leaves with mustard yellow flower spikes held on length up the stems. Adds a ‘Kobold Original’ chocolate stems just at the top of the foliage. Foliage holds strong vertical element to the LIAKDG1 (Gayfeather, Blazing up well in the summer heat. garden. Star) Vegetative selection. A 28-34in/MSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct T 3-4ft/ESu-LSu/Z3-9/G1 S cultivar that offers uniformity All propagation prohibited. in height. Stock is totally from Proven Winners® label and container required. division, not from seed. Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon 18-24in/ESu-MSu/Z3-9/G1 D

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150 Phone: 888-925-8377 • Fax: 800-752-1879 • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.WaltersGardens.com Ligularia dentata ange, daisy-like flowers on dark Liriope muscari ‘Big Blue’ Lobelia cardinalis ‘Britt-Marie Crawford’ stems. Makes a bold statement. LIRBB30 (Blue Lily-turf) Ever- LOBCA30, LOBCA72 (Car- L PP16113 From Jelitto Perennial Seeds. green, grass-like plant with dinal Flower) This lovely LIGBC20, LIGBC72 (Bigleaf Li- 35-40in/LSu/Z4-9/30ct S dark green, strappy leaves and native species is an excellent gularia) Broad, glossy, choco- a vase-like habit. Delightful plant for moist to wet sites. Very late-purple leaves with bright lilac-purple flowers resembling tall, upright spikes of true fire purple undersides make a bold Ligularia ‘King Kong’ PPAF grape hyacinths are displayed red flowers are presented atop statement in the garden. Gold- WGI Exclusive Introduction! above the foliage. Clump-for- the green foliage and are useful en orange, daisy-like flowers LIGKK20, LIGKK72 (Bigleaf mer. Tolerates dry shade. for adding color late in the on purplish-black stems. A top Ligularia) Same dark foliage as 12-18in/MSu/Z5-10/30ct D season. Attracts hummingbirds seller! ‘Britt-Marie Crawford’ but with and butterflies. 3-4ft/LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct T leaves nearly twice as big at 3-4ft/LSu-MFa/Z3-9/30 & 72ct S Asexual propagation prohibited. 16in across. Newest leaves are glossy black-purple that mellow to burgundy purple. Greener Ligularia dentata leaves in full shade--best in ‘Midnight Lady’ morning sun. Golden orange, LIGML30 (Bigleaf Ligularia) This daisy-like flowers. economically priced seed strain 3-4ft/LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct T forms a large clump of broad, Asexual propagation prohibited. dark bronze purple, serrated leaves topped with golden or-

Ligularia dentata ‘Britt- Ligularia dentata Marie Crawford’ PP16113 ‘Midnight Lady’

Ligularia ‘King Kong’ PPAF Liriope muscari ‘Big Blue’ Lobelia cardinalis

Starship Series (Cardinal Flower) Developed by Kieft Seeds, the Starship Series is an improvement from older cultivars, with first year flowering plants, earlier flowering, better branching, and better quality finished plants. 20-24in/MSu-EFa/Z6-10/30 & 72ct S

Lobelia speciosa ‘Starship Deep Rose’ – LOBSD30, LOBSD72 Deep rose pink flowers Lobelia speciosa ‘Starship Scarlet’ – Lobelia speciosa Lobelia speciosa LOBSS30, LOBSS72 Scarlet red flowers ‘Starship Deep Rose’ ‘Starship Scarlet’

x/x/x/x/x = foliage height / scape height (where applicable) / bloom time / zone / size offered 151 Lobelia speciosa Lupinus TUTTI L ‘Vulcan Red’ FRUTTI™ Hybrids LOBVR30, LOBVR72 (Car- LUPTF30, LUPTF72 (Lupine) dinal Flower) An im- Tall, thick flower spikes provement over ‘Queen exhibit the high quality Victoria’. Forms a much of expensive varieties fuller, well-branched, from cuttings, but at strong stemmed plant an affordable price. with a uniform, upright Broad range of solid and columnar habit. Deep bicolor flowers including purple foliage is topped some never seen before; with cardinal red flower rose, red, orange, yellow, spikes. Blooms without cream, light green, blue, vernalization. purple. From Thompson 24-32in/MSu-EFa/Z6-10/30 & Morgan. & 72ct S 36-40in/ESu/Z4-8/30 & 72ct S Photo courtesy of Thompson & Morgan Lobelia speciosa ‘Vulcan Red’ Lupinus TUTTI FRUTTI™ Hybrids

Lupinus polyphyllus MINI GALLERY™ Series

(Lupine) This new series of Lupine from HM New! New! Clause in France is touted as more compact, earlier blooming, and more floriferous than the Gallery Series. In height, these are shorter than the popular Popsicle Series. 14-16in/ESu/Z4-8/30 & 72ct S

NEW! MINI GALLERY™ Series - Blue Bicolor LUPMB30, LUPMB72 Blue and white flowers NEW! MINI GALLERY™ Series - Pink Bicolor LUPMP30, LUPMP72 Pink and white flowers NEW! MINI GALLERY™ Series – Red LUPMR30, LUPMR72 Solid red flowers NEW! MINI GALLERY™ Series - Yellow

Photo courtesy of HM Clause Photo courtesy of HM Clause LUPMY30, LUPMY72 Solid yellow flowers Lupinus polyphyllus Lupinus polyphyllus MINI GALLERY™ Blue Bicolor MINI GALLERY™ Pink Bicolor

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Photo courtesy of HM Clause Photo courtesy of HM Clause Lupinus polyphyllus MINI GALLERY™ Red Lupinus polyphyllus MINI GALLERY™ Yellow

152 Phone: 888-925-8377 • Fax: 800-752-1879 • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.WaltersGardens.com Lupinus Popsicle Series L (Lupine) Members of this series grow about 1ft shorter and bloom about two weeks earlier than the Russell Hybrids. Several flower stems are produced per crown. Available in mixed and single color strains. 18-24in/ESu/Z4-6/30 & 72ct S

Lupinus Popsicle Series – Blue LUPPB30, LUPPB72 Large spikes of solid purple-blue flowers are produced in early summer. Lupinus Popsicle Series – Mixed LUPPM30, LUPPM72 A colorful mix of blue, purple, yellow, red, pink, and bicolor flowers. Lupinus Popsicle Series – Pink LUPPP30, LUPPP72 Large, solid pink or pink/white bicolor flowers are produced in early summer. Lupinus Popsicle Series – Red Lupinus Popsicle Series – Mixed LUPPR30, LUPPR72 Large spikes of solid red flowers are produced in early summer.

Lupinus Popsicle Series – Blue Lupinus Popsicle Lupinus Popsicle Series – Pink Series – Red

Lychnis arkwrightii Malva sylvestris ‘Orange Gnome’ ‘Zebrina’ LYCOG30 (Maltese Cross) MALZE30, MALZE72 (Hol- Brilliant, orange-scarlet lyhock Mallow) Soft pink flowers measuring 1½in flowers with striking, rasp- across are produced in berry-purple markings like abundance for nearly a pinwheel. These 2in wide, 8 weeks. Dark green blossoms are produced in leaves are flushed with great abundance nearly purplish-bronze and are all season long. Heat and an excellent foil for the drought tolerant. blossoms. 2-4ft/ESu-MFa/Z4-8/30 & 12-15in/ESu-MSu/Z3-9/30ct S 72ct S

Lychnis arkwrightii Malva sylvestris ‘Zebrina’ ‘Orange Gnome’

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Northern Regions Southern Regions When to Plant 20s in LWi-LSp Plant 20s in LWi-LSp Plant Plant 72s in LSu Plant 72s in LSu Monarda Leading Lady Series

Monarda ‘Leading Lady Lilac’ PP26431 Monarda ‘Leading Lady Plum’ PP26447

Monarda ‘Leading Lady Lilac’ PP26431 Monarda ‘Leading Lady Plum’ PP26447 WGI Introduction WGI Introduction MONLL20, MONLL72 (Bee Balm) A M. bradburiana hybrid, flower- MONLP20, MONLP72 (Bee Balm) A M. bradburiana hybrid, flowering ing earlier and forming a more petite clump than common M. earlier and forming a more petite clump than common M. didyma didyma cultivars. Densely branched, dark green foliage is topped cultivars. Densely branched, dark green foliage is topped with with lilac purple blossoms. magenta purple blossoms. 10-14in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C 10-14in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C All propagation prohibited. All propagation prohibited.

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154 Phone: 888-925-8377 • Fax: 800-752-1879 • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.WaltersGardens.com Monarda Pardon My Series ML

Monarda didyma ‘Pardon My Cerise’ PPAF WGI Introduction MONPC20, MONPC72 (Bee Balm) This petite selection grows vigorously to form a bushy, compact clump of attractive, aromatic, deep green, glossy foliage. Very mildew resistant. Dark cherry pink flowers sit just atop the foliage. Large 2½-3in flowers on a short plant. 14-18in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C All propagation prohibited.

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Monarda didyma ‘Pardon My Lavender’ PPAF WGI Introduction MONPA20, MONPA72 (Bee Balm) This petite selection grows vigorously to form a bushy, compact clump of attractive, aromatic, deep green, glossy foliage. Very mildew resistant. Light lavender pink flowers sit just atop the foliage. Large 2½-3in flowers on a short plant. 14-18in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C All propagation prohibited. Monarda ‘Pardon My Cerise’ PPAF

Monarda didyma ‘Pardon My Pink’ PP24244 WGI Introduction MONPP20, MONPP72 (Bee Balm) This petite selection grows vigorously to form a bushy, compact clump of attractive, aromatic, deep green, glossy foliage. Very mildew resistant. Cheerful true medium pink flowers sit just atop the foliage. Large 2½-3in flowers on a short plant. 10-12in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C All propagation prohibited.

Monarda didyma ‘Pardon My Purple’ PP22170 WGI Introduction MONPM20, MONPM72 (Bee Balm) This petite selection grows vigorously to form a bushy, compact clump of attractive, aromatic, deep green, glossy foliage. Very mildew resistant. Fuchsia purple flowers sit just atop the foliage. Large 2½-3in flowers on a short plant. 10-12in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C PPAF All propagation prohibited. Monarda ‘Pardon My Lavender’

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Monarda ‘Pardon My Pink’ PP24244 Monarda ‘Pardon My Purple’ PP22170

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WGI Exclusive Introductions New! (Bee Balm) Well-suited to the middle of the flower border, all eight colors in this series are similar in size, bloom time, and vigor, making them easy for growers to schedule. These vigorous cultivars will fill out the container nicely with their dark green, mildew resistant foliage, but won’t overrun the garden. Asexual propagation prohibited.

NEW! Monarda ‘Blue Moon’ PPAF MONBM20, MONBM72 Lavender blue flowers are held by attractive purple bracts. A breakthrough, shorter height for this color. 20in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C

Monarda ‘Bubblegum Blast’ PPAF MONBB20, MONBB72 Hot pink flowers. 24in/MSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C

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Monarda ‘Cotton Candy’ PPAF MONCC20, MONCC72 Light pink buds open to pale pink flowers with light pink centers. 14-16in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C

Monarda ‘Bubblegum Blast’ PPAF

Monarda ‘Cherry Pops’ PPAF Monarda ‘Cotton Candy’ PPAF

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WGI Exclusive Introductions (Bee Balm) Well-suited to the middle of the flower border, all eight colors in this series are similar in size, bloom time, and vigor, making them easy for growers to schedule. These vigorous cultivars will fill out the container nicely with their dark green, mildew resistant foliage, but won’t overrun the garden. Asexual propagation prohibited.

Monarda ‘Grape Gumball’ PPAF MONGG20, MONGG72 Vibrant magenta flowers. 20-24in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C

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Monarda ‘Lilac Lollipop’ PPAF MONLO20, MONLO72 Lavender lilac flowers. 19in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C

NEW! Monarda ‘Pink Frosting’ PPAF MONPF20, MONPF72 Pastel pink flowers form a carpet of blossoms that completely cover the foliage. 14-16in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C

Monarda ‘Rockin’ Raspberry’ PPAF MONRR20, MONRR72 Deep raspberry purple flowers. 20in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 72ct C Monarda ‘Lilac Lollipop’ PPAF

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Monarda ‘Pink Frosting’ PPAF Monarda ‘Rockin’ Raspberry’ PPAF

x/x/x/x/x = foliage height / scape height (where applicable) / bloom time / zone / size offered 157 Monarda didyma Mukdenia rossii L M ‘Purple Rooster’ ‘Karasuba’ MONPR20, MONPR72 (Bee MUKKA20 (Red Leafed Balm) Selected by David Mukdenia) Unique pe- Nedveck of The Flower rennial for partial shade. Factory out of a batch of Green, fan-shaped M. didyma seedlings for leaves are topped by its large, true royal pur- delicate panicles of ple flowers and excellent starry white flowers in mildew resistance. A top spring. Beginning in seller at retail because summer, deep red tones of its unique color and creep inward from the clean foliage. edges. Fire red fall color. 3ft/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/20 & 8-12in/MSp-LSp/Z4-9/20ct 72ct C T

Monarda didyma Mukdenia rossii ‘Purple Rooster’ ‘Karasuba’

Nepeta f. ‘Cat’s Meow’ PP24472

Nepeta faassenii ‘Cat’s Meow’ PP24472

Nepeta faassenii ‘Cat’s Meow’ PP24472 WGI Introduction NEPCMG1, NEPCM72 (Catmint) The new standard in Nepeta and a landscaper’s dream. Low maintenance selection; naturally keeps its tidy, dense, rounded shape all season. Grey-green, aromatic foliage is topped with well-branched stems carrying sky blue flowers with purple calyxes for months. Truly is the “cat’s meow”! 17-20in/ESu-EFa/Z3-8/G1,72ct C All propagation prohibited. Proven Winners® label and container required. Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon (G1), Trade 1-GL (72ct)

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158 Phone: 888-925-8377 • Fax: 800-752-1879 • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.WaltersGardens.com Nepeta faassenii Oenothera missouriensis ‘Purrsian Blue’ PP24788 OENMIG1 (Ozark Sundrop) NL WGI Exclusive Introduction Canary yellow, mildly fragrant, NEPPBG1, NEPPB72 (Catmint) 3in wide flowers. Dark green, This compact selection forms lanceolate leaves. Following a densely mounded clump of the blooms, unusual 2-3in long, green, aromatic foliage and 4-winged seed pods develop nearly doubles its spread in year which are beautiful in dried two. Highly floriferous; peri- floral arrangements. winkle blue flowers with dark 9-12in/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/G1 S purple calyxes are produced for months. 14-18in/ESu-EFa/Z3-8/G1, 72ct C Ophiopogon planiscapus Asexual propagation prohibited. ‘Niger’

STELLARSTELLA OPHNI30 (Black Mondo Grass) SELLER Grass-like plant forms a compact, dense clump of nearly jet Nepeta faassenii black foliage. Looks much like ‘Walker’s Low’ a black Liriope. Short spikes of NEPWLG1, NEPWL72 (Catmint) light purple to white flowers Grey-green, aromatic foliage on are followed by purplish black long, arching stems. Lavender berries in fall. 6-8in/ESu-MSu/Z5-9/30ct T blue flowers are produced over Nepeta faassenii ‘Purrsian Blue’ PP24788 a long period in summer. 2-3ft/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/G1, 72ct C

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Oenothera kunthiana ‘Glowing Magenta’ OENGM30, OENGM72 (Evening Primrose) Fuzzy buds open to deep pink, 4-petaled flowers atop the prostrate, spreading mound of dark green foliage. An unusu- ally compact selection. 6-12in/ESu-LSu/Z5-8/30 & 72ct S Nepeta faassenii Oenothera kunthiana ‘Walker’s Low’ ‘Glowing Magenta’

Oenothera LEMON DROP® Oenothera Oenothera LEMON DROP® missouriensis (‘Innoeno131’ PP16393) OENLD30, OENLD72 (Evening Primrose) Long blooming, heat and drought tolerant, deer resistant, low maintenance perennial; everything today’s gardener is looking for! Vibrant lemon yellow, 1-2in, mildly fragrant, sterile blossoms appear all summer. Low growing, deep green foliage. Requires excellent drainage to overwinter well. 8-12in/ESu-LSu/Z5-10/30 & 72ct C All propagation prohibited. Proven Winners® label and container required. Recommended Finish Size: Trade 1-GL

Photo courtesy of Bob Brown Oenothera LEMON DROP® (‘Innoeno131’ PP16393) Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Niger’

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When to Intersectional Peonies Tree Peonies Garden Peonies Plant Plant in EFa-MFa Plant in MWi-ESp Plant in EFa (best) or ESp

Intersectional Peonies Tree Peonies Garden Peonies pgs 160 page 161 page 162-163 Intersectional Peonies Intersectional peonies are created by crossing herbaceous and woody tree peonies. They offer the best qualities of both including: large flowers in unique colors, robust herbaceous foliage, strong weather resistant stems, longer bloom time, extreme winter hardiness, and increased vigor.

Due to supplier stock issues, Paeonia ‘Bartzella’ intersectional peonies are PAEBAG1 (Intersectional Peony) Roger Ander- very limited. We strongly son’s best intersectional peony introduction. encourage you to order early Huge 6-8in, semi-double to double, pastel yellow flowers have a small rose purple flare for best availability. in the center and a pronounced sweet scent. Blossoms are neatly spaced on the top and sides of the sturdy clump of healthy green, tree peony-like foliage. 30-36in/LSp/Z4-9/G1 TD

Paeonia ‘Bartzella’ NEW! Paeonia ‘Joanna Marlene’ PAEJMG1 (Intersectional Peony) 4-6in, semi-double soft yellow blossoms. This New! peony takes on more peachy tones as the flowers mature, with pink guard flowers. One of breeder Roger Anderson’s favorites. 24-36in/LSp/Z4-9/G1 TD

Paeonia ‘Sequestered Sunshine’ PAESEG1 (Intersectional Peony) Huge 7in, single to semi-double, bright canary yellow blossoms are produced on strong stems that are great for fragrant, fresh bouquets. Flowers are accented by a central boss of showy yellow stamens and red flares. Forms a dense, sturdy clump of dark green, attrac- tively dissected foliage. Paeonia ‘Joanna Marlene’ Paeonia 3-3½ft/LSp/Z4-9/G1 TD ‘Sequestered Sunshine’

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Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Hoki’

Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Hanakisoi’ Paeonia suffruticosa ‘High Noon’

Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Renkaku’ Paeonia suffruticosa Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Shimadaijin’ ‘Shimanishiki’ Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Hanakisoi’ Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Hoki’ Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Shimadaijin’ PATHAG1 (‘Floral Rivalry’) (Tree Peony) PATHOG1 (‘Sweet 17’) (Tree Peony) Lipstick PATSIG1 (‘Island Minister’) (Tree Peony) Rare Apricot-pink petals with a soft pink edge. red, semi-double blooms. Makes a dramat- Imperial Peony with majestic 8in, semi-dou- Semi-double blossoms. ic statement in the garden. ble, fragrant, rich magenta purple blossoms. 4-5ft/LSp/Z4-7/G1G 4-5ft/LSp/Z4-7/G1 G Incredible specimen plant. 3-5ft/LSp-ESu/Z4-7/G1 G Paeonia suffruticosa ‘High Noon’ Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Renkaku’ PATHNG1 (Tree Peony) A strong grower that PATREG1 (‘Flight of Cranes’) (Tree Peony) Paeonia suffruticosa ‘Shimanishiki’ flowers freely in late spring and occa- Lightly fragrant, very large 8in, upward PATSHG1 (‘Fire Flame’) (Tree Peony) Two- sionally reblooms in fall. Very large 6-9in, facing, semi-double blossoms are pure toned reddish purple flowers striped with semi-double, fragrant, clear yellow flowers white with delicately fringed petals. Strong white. Semi-double. with red flares. grower. 4-5ft/LSp/Z4-7/G1 G G 4-5ft/LSp/Z4-7/G1 3-4ft/LSp/Z4-7/G1 G

x/x/x/x/x = foliage height / scape height (where applicable) / bloom time / zone / size offered 161 P Garden Peonies Paeonia ‘Coral Sunset’ Paeonia ‘Duchess de Nemours’ Top 10 reasons why Peonies (Semi-Double) (Double) don’t flower: PAECS3E (Garden Peony) Breeder Roy PAEDN3E (Garden Peony) Fragrant, 1. It is planted too shallow or too deep. Klehm’s favorite! Intense sunset coral, white, globe-shaped blooms with 2. It is getting too much Nitrogen fertilizer. semi-double blossoms with rose over- green carpels and a yellow center tones and a fluffy boss of deep yellow glow. This prolific bloomer has attrac- 3. It is over or undernourished. Peonies stamens are lightly fragrant and long tive foliage and strong stems. thrive with little care and limited lasting in fresh bouquets. Prized for its 34in/LSp/Z3-8/3-5 eye D amounts of fertilizer. exemplary plant habit. 4. The flower buds were killed by a late 28in/LSp/Z3-8/3-5 eye D frost, disease, or excessive heat. Paeonia ‘Felix Crousse’ (Double) PAEFC3E (Garden Peony) Carmine-red 5. There was not enough sunlight to pro- Paeonia ‘Dr. Alexander Fleming’ petals with a silvery sheen are lavishly duce flowers. (Double) produced in early summer. This is a fra- 6. The plant is too young or immature. PAEDA3E (Garden Peony) Fragrant, fully grant, double variety. Frequently used double, pink blooms abound in early in commercial cut flower production. 7. The clump is too large or overcrowded. summer. Many side buds are produced, 28in/ESu/Z3-8/3-5 eye D 8. It has been moved or divided too often. extending the bloom time. The central 9. The plant was cut back before the foli- petals have a tendancy to curl inward, age turned brown in the fall. achieving a sphere-like shape. 30in/ESu/Z3-8/3-5 eye D 10. The soil is too wet or too dry.

Paeonia ‘Coral Sunset’ Paeonia ‘Dr. Alexander Fleming’

Paeonia ‘Duchess de Nemours’ Paeonia ‘Felix Crousse’

162 Phone: 888-925-8377 • Fax: 800-752-1879 • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.WaltersGardens.com Garden Peonies P Paeonia ‘Festiva Maxima’ (Double) Paeonia ‘Karl Rosenfield’ (Double) and is revered for its excellent habit and PAEFM3E (Garden Peony) Noticeably fra- PAEKR3E (Garden Peony) Brilliant fuchsia-red dark green foliage. Glowing hot pink, large, grant, fully double, white blooms with red blooms are a double, semi-rose type. They semi-double flowers have a central boss of drizzled throughout the center. Massive, make wonderful mildly fragrant cut flowers. bright gold stamens and are produced on loose flower form. A reliable bloomer. One Blooms from early to midsummer. strong stems. of the most widely cultivated peonies. 34in/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/3-5 eye D 35in/LSp/Z3-8/3-5 eye D 34in/LSp/Z3-8/3-5 eye D Paeonia ‘Mons. Jules Elie’ (Double) Back By Popular Demand Paeonia ‘Sarah Bernhardt’ (Double) Paeonia ‘Kansas’ (Double) PAEMJ3E (Garden Peony) Broad, smooth, PAESB3E (Garden Peony) Gigantic, double, Back By Popular Demand rose-pink guard petals surround a mound apple blossom-pink flowers are an old PAEKA3E (Garden Peony) Large, bright wa- of recurved, silvery-pink petals, giving the fashioned favorite. This variety blooms termelon red flowers which are fully double flower a slight two-toned effect. This bomb from early to midsummer. Selected as appear on strong, dark green stems in early peony blooms in early summer. the 2004 Dried Cut Flower of the Year by summer. The color is sunfast, ensuring top 30in/ESu/Z3-8/3-5 eye D the Association of Specialty Cut Flower performance, and it contrasts well with the Paeonia ‘Paula Fay’ (Semi-Double) Growers. mid-green foliage. 34in/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/3-5 eye D PAEPF3E D (Garden Peony) This award win- 32in/ESu/Z3-8/3-5 eye ning peony is incredibly showy in bloom

Paeonia ‘Festiva Maxima’ Paeonia ‘Kansas’ Paeonia ‘Karl Rosenfield’

Paeonia ‘Mons. Jules Elie’Paeonia ‘Paula Fay’ Paeonia ‘Sarah Bernhardt’

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Pulcinella Series - Orange

Photo courtesy of Ivy Garth Photo courtesy of Ivy Garth Photo courtesy of Ivy Garth PAPOR30 Bright orange flowers. Papaver nudicaule Papaver nudicaule Papaver nudicaule Pulcinella Series—Orange Pulcinella Series—Red Pulcinella Series—Rose Pulcinella Series - Red PAPRE30 Fire engine red flowers. Pulcinella Series - Rose PAPRO30 Warm rose flowers. Pulcinella Series - White PAPWH30 Pure white flowers. Pulcinella Series - Yellow PAPYE30 Sunny yellow flowers.

Photo courtesy of Ivy Garth Photo courtesy of Ivy Garth Papaver nudicaule Papaver nudicaule Pulcinella Series—White Pulcinella Series—Yellow

Papaver orientalis ‘Beauty of Livermore’ PAPBL30 (Oriental Poppy) Deep oxblood-red flowers measure 4-6in across. One of the finest reds. 30in/LSp-ESu/Z3-7/30ct S

Papaver orientalis ‘Plum Pudding’ PAPPU30 (Oriental Poppy) Improved ‘Patty’s Plum’ with a Papaver orientalis ‘Beauty of Livermore’ more compact habit and longer lasting flowers. Rich plum pink, non-fading flowers are followed by attractive seed heads. May rebloom in late summer. From Thompson & Morgan. 30in/ESu/Z3-7/30ct S

Papaver orientalis ‘Prince of Orange’ PAPPOG1, PAPPO30 (Oriental Poppy) Brilliant flowers the color of tangerines measure 4-5in across. 30in/LSp-ESu/Z3-7/G1, 30ct S Papaver orientalis ‘Plum Pudding’ Papaver orientalis ‘Prince of Orange’

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Papaver orientalis ‘Royal Wedding’ Penstemon ‘Blackbeard’ PPAF

Papaver orientalis ‘Queen Alexander’ PAPQAG1, PAPQA30 (Oriental Pop- py) Bright salmon-pink flowers with smooth, rounded petals measure 4-5in across. 30in/LSp-ESu/Z3-7/G1, 30ct S

Papaver orientalis ‘Royal Wedding’ PAPRWG1, PAPRW30 (Oriental Poppy) Papery white, flouncy flowers measure 4-6in across. 30in/LSp-ESu/Z3-7/G1, 30ct S

Penstemon ‘Elfin Pink’ Penstemon ‘Prairie Dusk’ Perovskia atriplicifolia NEW! Penstemon ‘Blackbeard’ PPAF WGI Exclusive Introduction Penstemon ‘Elfin Pink’ Penstemon ‘Prairie Dusk’ Perovskia atriplicifolia PENBLG1, PENBL72 (Beard- PENEPG1 (Beardtongue) Bright PENPDG1 (Beardtongue) PERATG1 (Russian Sage) Airy tongue) Named for the famous pink, trumpet-shaped flowers Rose-purple, trumpet-shaped spikes of lavender-blue flowers black-bearded pirate, this peren- are borne in profusion on thin flowers are borne in profusion top strong stems with small, nial has incredible dark eggplant spikes. They make a tremen- on thin spikes in early summer. finely dissected, silvery-green purple foliage. Dark purple flower dous color statement when They make a tremendous color leaves. Loose, open habit. stems hold its lilac purple flowers planted in groups. Drought tol- statement when planted in 36-48in/LSu-MFa/Z4-9/G1 C

STELLAR with white flaring tubes. Stays erant and easy to grow. Attracts groups. Drought tolerant and SELLER strictly upright all season long. hummingbirds. easy to grow. Attracts hum- 28-34in/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/G1, 72ct C 12in/ESu/Z3-8/G1 C mingbirds. Asexual propagation prohibited. 24-30in/ESu/Z3-8/G1 D

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Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Denim ‘n Lace’ PPAF WGI Introduction! PERDLG1, PERDL72 (Russian Sage) One of the best Perovskia we offer—a must have! Stays compact, has stronger stems, with a more upright habit than most older varieties. Lacy-like, bright sky blue flowers are held on amethyst calyxes for a very full look. 28-32in/MSu-EFa/Z4-9/G1, 72ct C All propagation prohibited. Proven Winners® label and container required. Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon (G1), Trade 1-GL (72ct)

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NEW! Perovskia atriplicifolia Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Jean Baby’ PPAF ‘Rocketman’ PPAF WGI Exclusive Introduction WGI Exclusive Introduction PERBJG1, PERBJ72 (Russian Sage) A PERRMG1, PERRM72 (Russian Sage) shorter, manageable Russian Sage A narrower, upright vase-shaped that is still vigorous in the land- habit and relatively short stature scape and production. Lavender set this new Perovskia apart. Its blue flowers held in smoky purple aromatic, grey-green, non-dissect- calyxes bloom for a long period ed leaves line the silvery stems starting in midsummer, with the which are topped with large, fluffy color from the calyxes extending textured, lavender blue flowers. appeal into fall. 30-36in/MSu-MFa/Z4-9/G1, 72ct C 28-34in/MSu-EFa/Z4-9/G1, 72ct C Asexual propagation prohibited.

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