Friends School of Minnesota 1365 Englewood Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55104

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Open gate (State Fair map, below) 36 Metro Transit bus stop 35W SNELLING AVE. UNDERWOOD ST. UNDERWOOD SNELLING AVE. LARPENTEUR AVE. COOPER ST. RANDALL AVE. Mother’s Day Weekend CLEVELAND AVE. Minnesota COMMONWEALTHTH State Fair May 11,12,13, 2012 280 COMO AVE. Hyacinth Bean COSGROVE AVE COSGROVE Minnesota State Fair DAN PATCH AVE. Dolichos lablab COMMONWEALTH DAN PATCH Page 29—grown Grandstand UNIVERSITY AVE. from seed or THE MIDWAY P CARNES AVE. C014B 94 Free Admission JUDSON AVE. LIGGETT ST. UNDERWOOD ST. UNDERWOOD CANFIELD ST. COMO AVE.

SNELLING AVE. www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com 23nd Annual Friends School Plant Sale May 11, 12, and 13, 2012 Friday 9:00 A.M.–8:00 P.M.• Saturday 10:00 A.M.–6:00 P.M. Sunday 12:00 NOON–4:00 P.M. Sunday is discount day—one-third off at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand • Free admission • Free parking www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com [email protected] • 651–621–8930 What’s New GOLDHEART BLEEDING HEART. PHOTO BY NANCY S. How to This Year? Do the Sale New plants Every year, more than 10,000 people visit the Plant There will be over 400 new varieties at the sale, Sale. We make changes each year to make the shop- each marked with the ◊ sign. Some highlights: ping experience as smooth as possible. Read this • Nine lilies in the Perennials section plus a half- section for an overview of the sale and look for other dozen martagons in Rare Plants hints throughout the catalog and on the website. • Over three dozen hostas chosen by our hosta What do I do when I arrive? expert There are many free spaces to park (see map, page 2) • Several apple varieties, including columnar apples near the Grandstand where the sale is held. that are super for smaller spaces • Hanging basket tomato and strawberry plants; Once you arrive, get a wristband from the booth in great for gardeners with limited space the center of the Garden Fair (see page 2 for more • Seven magnolias, including ones bred in Green Bay information on the wristband system). • A dozen succulents, nine coleus, and too many While you wait for your time to enter, visit the roses to list Contents Garden Fair. You will be outside for this part, so • Thirteen tomatoes, including ones developed by dress for the weather! local plantsman Art Boe for short, cool growing ARTICLES seasons. These have long been unavailable. Create an Online List ...... 3 How do I shop? • Ramps! The native perennial onion relative. About Friends School ...... 3 Before entering the building, make sure you have a clipboard and tally sheet to record your plants and Seed Savers Exchange at the sale Garden Fair ...... 4 their prices. (Or make a list ahead of time with our Workshops ...... 5 Seed Savers Exchange is coming printable online shopping list. See page 3). to the plant sale! They’ll be Seed Savers Exchange . . . . .28 While we have a limited number of carts available, indoors (east of the central stair- Ranching Caterpillars . . . . .50 case) by the Vegetable section. it’s a great idea to bring your own wheeled wagon Map to the Sale . . . . .back cover They’ll be selling lots of seeds, or cart (no sleds or trains, please). On Friday, there including a few vegetables too will also be students from Friends School who can fragile and cold-sensitive to do well as plants at the PLANT LISTINGS help you carry your plants. sale. They’ll also be holding workshops and sharing Rare and Unusual Plants . .6–7 Once you’re inside, the maps and signs will help you info on seed saving in the Garden Fair (more on page Herbs ...... 8–10 to find the plants you are looking for. 5). See their list of seeds on page 28. Perennials ...... 11–22 When’s the best time to come? Succulents have moved Daylilies ...... 14 Each time has its own flavor. Friday and Saturday The Succulents have moved to the front of the Hosta ...... 16 morning tend to have the most people, so if you Annuals section. For too many years these great Lilies ...... 19 come at those times you will see the Plant Sale at its plants languished in the back of the big room, so now most festive and busy! Water Plants ...... 22 they’ll be right there to greet you when you arrive. Vegetables ...... 23–26 Friday and Saturday later in the afternoon or evening Main gate open, all systems are go are great for relaxed shopping with little waiting, Climbing Plants ...... 27, 30 The main gate to the Fairgrounds (on Snelling and there are still lots of plants. Avenue) will be open and parking should be easier Annuals ...... 31–40 Are there lines? because Living Green Expo is scheduled for the Succulents ...... 31 There are three lines that you might experience: weekend before the plant sale. Things will be more Hanging Baskets ...... 39 as they were in 2010. Indoor Plants ...... 40 1. Wristband line: this usually happens in the mornings (see page 2 for booth opening times). Garden Fair Fruit ...... 41–42 Lots of new offerings in the Garden Fair, including Roses ...... 43 2. Pre-entry line: this is where you go, briefly, when your wristband number is called. mushrooms you can grow at home and information Shrubs and Trees ...... 44–47 on bee-friendly plants. See pages 4 and 5. We’re also Native Wild Flowers . . .48–52 3. Checkout line: This line peaks 2–3 hours after offering workshops on a range of topics. See page 5. the sale opens. It may look long but it moves, in Grasses ...... 52–53 Reminder: the sale opens at 9 a.m. on Friday the words of one shopper, “freaky fast.” Look for INDEX continued on page 2 Did you know you can make your By Common Name ...... 54 Maps and more about shopping list online? SEE PAGE 3 By Latin Name ...... 55 “doing” the sale: SEE PAGE 2 2 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com

REST CHECKOUT ENTRANCE REST ROOMS ROOMS Hanging Baskets Hanging Baskets N Order Water Plants Indoor Plants Free parking. It’s legal to tallying WE park on non-posted streets and Perennials Annuals S there’s a large parking lot south- ATM west of the Grandstand (the EXIT Cashiers Bulbs & Bareroots Succulents Midway during the Fair). INFO DESK Seed Climbers Rare Price Check, Savers Master Gardeners booth Vegetables East door

Herbs Vegetables Volunteer Curbside plant pickup ENTER entrance Fruit Roses only DAN PATCH Natives Grasses AVENUE REST Shrubs and Trees ROOMS Fruit Garden Fair GRANDSTAND Get wristbands here Disability access. Concerned about physical accessibility to the sale? Please call 651–621–8930 and we’ll call you back to discuss options. CHAMBERS STREET LIGGETT AVENUE Workshops NELSON STREET

P Food vendors not an entrance CARNES AVENUE CARNES AVENUE

Wristbands each morning How to Do the Sale continued from page 1 Before the sale opens and after opening, until the number the volunteer with the “Enter Line Here” sign. of people wanting to get in lets up, shoppers are given a Later in the day, there are no wristbands, no entry lines, and either a short or no checkout line. numbered paper wristband as they arrive (one per person). How are the plants organized? This means you don’t have to stand in line the entire Within each section (Herbs, Grasses, etc.) plants are alphabetical based on their common names, time. It’s the fairest way to handle the number of people and have the same numbers as in this catalog. who want to enter the sale at the same time. Who can answer my questions? Wristbands are distributed starting at:

PHOTO BY JENN M. Look for volunteers in green aprons or tie-dyed shirts, or sale organizers in pink hats, Ask Me! • Friday: 7:00 a.m. tags, or even balloons on their hats. The website and this catalog are full of information and (sale opens at tips for shopping. The Info Desk is under the central staircase. 9:00 a.m.) • Saturday: 8:30 What about checking out? ROUND UP a.m. (sale opens Checkout is a two-step process: Your plants are Friends School Plant Sale is both at 10:00 a.m.) added up at one table, then you pay at the cashier a community event and a • Sunday: 9:00 a.m. tables. You can pay with cash, check or credit/debit fund-raiser for the Friends School (sale opens at card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American of Minnesota. 12:00 noon) Express). There is an ATM between the tally tables We hope you will consider “round- Once the sale opens, you will enter the building in a group, and the cashiers. ing up” your bill to the nearest $5. Rare Plants has its own cashier. You must purchase according to the number on your wristband. Thank you for any rare plants at the time you select them. Then take If you arrive early, plan to visit our outdoor Garden Fair considering a your plants with you during the rest of your shopping. round-up after picking up your wristband (see page 4 for more on the Always write the full price on your tally sheet. On donation. Garden Fair). Please stay on the Garden Fair side of the discount Sunday, the one-third discount is taken at the register. street until your wristband number is called. After checkout, you can leave your plants at Curbside Plant Pickup west of the Please plan to be near the entrance at the west end of the Grandstand and return to pick them up with your car. (If you used one of our shopping carts you Grandstand in time to line up with your group. Don’t cannot take the cart to your car.) Volunteers will help at the curb. You will receive a number to worry…we’ll have volunteers to help. differentiate your plants from others’. Please note: If you have friends arriving later than you or How can I get more inolved in the sale? parking the car, they will be given a number at the time of their arrival, not yours. This system makes the waiting Sign up to volunteer for four hours (www.volunteer.friendsschoolplantsale.com) and qualify to process fair for everyone, and we appreciate your buy your plants at the volunteer-only pre-sale on Thursday evening. If you have ideas for cooperation. plants or other ways to improve the sale, please email [email protected].

If you leave the area and return after your group has entered Everyone is a volunteer the building, you may go into the sale with the next group This is a school fundraising event put on entirely by donated efforts. Take a moment to look that’s admitted. around and realize that everyone working is freely giving his/her time and abilities. Let’s cele- brate what a group of people can create with a great idea, a ton of elbow grease, and a little luck! www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 3 Create an Online Shopping List or years, many of you have loved going through Thanks! our printed catalog and circling the plants you The Friends School Fwant to buy. Perhaps you also wrote out a shop- You can browse Plant Sale is put ping list to use at the sale. Now there’s a great new through photos together by hundreds way to find and list your plants using the plant sale’s of volunteers. by category new website. This catalog is Every one of the sale’s 2,300+ plants now has its (annual, brought to you by: own page on our website, most with a large photo. You perennial, etc.) Annamary Herther can look at all the plants one by one, as you did with the or color. Carol Herman paper catalog. Or you can ask the site to show you only Chris Dart plants that fit certain options, such as sun requirements, Colleen Fitzpatrick height, and color. For instance, you can search for pink Dan Nordley annuals that are 12–24” tall and need full sun. Gretchen Hovan Whenever you find a plant you’re interested in, you can Henry Fieldseth click “Add to My List” and save it to your own online list. Huong Nguyen Joan Floren It’s easy and fun. Judy MacManus This list can be a temporary one that you print or LoRene Leikind email to yourself, or you can save the list for as long as you like by Mary Maguire Lerman entering your email address and creating a password. The saved list can Mary Schwartzbauer have plants added to it or deleted from it until you get it just right. Nancy Scherer Just print your finished list and bring it to the sale. The list will Pat Rose include every plant’s catalog number and price, and it will automatically Pat Thompson be in numerical and Ryan Hogan alphabetical order in the Sara Barsel same way that the plants Tina Hammer are organized on the Toria Erhart tables at the sale. If you saved a list on the website last year, Friends School you can log in again this You can ask the site to show you just the of Minnesota year and find it still plants that meet your needs. Shown here: pink 1365 Englewood Ave. Saint Paul, Minn. waiting for you. If you annuals that are 12–24” tall that need sun. 55104 want to start fresh, clear your list before you start 651–917–0636 adding new plants. Or if info@FriendsSchool you plan to buy a lot of PlantSale.com the same plants, you can www.FriendsSchool

reuse your list, adding Your online list shows each plant’s catalog FORM SAMPLE SHOPPING LIST PlantSale.com and subtracting plants as number and price. It’s easy to remove plants Catalog # Name Price Qty Subtotal you wish. If a plant is on A221 Hibiscus, Maple Sugar $5 3 your old list but is not if you change your mind. On the cover being offered in this N083 Virginia Blue Bells $5 3 Purple Hyacinth Bean, year’s sale, it won’t have a price or a catalog number. C038 Bill MacKenzie (clematis) $8 1 Dolichos lablab ‘Ruby Moon’—available If you like to do your list by hand, that’s fine, too. You can download a P540 Pinks, Baths, Fire Witch $1.50 5 from the Seed Savers PDF of our blank shopping sheet at www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/doing. Exchange booth at the Or download a PDF of our blank shopping sheet at sale or in Climbing www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/doing Plants, C014B. Photo by Nancy Scherer.

Check our website for answers to frequently asked questions: www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/faq Or email questions to [email protected] Little School, Big Sale On behalf of all the students and staff at Friends School of Our plant sale started out on a single table to help raise funds Minnesota, thank you for supporting our plant sale! Many of you for scholarships and keep tuition low. Twenty-two years later, the may be coming to the Friends School Plant Sale for the first time Friends School Plant Sale raises an amount equal to over half of the and perhaps don’t know very much about the school or why we $400,000 of tuition aid given each year to families with diverse devote so much energy to such a large-scale fundraiser. socioeconomic backgrounds. As an independent school, it is neces- Friends School is an independent Quaker school in St. Paul’s sary we charge tuition, but over 30 percent of our students receive Midway neighborhood. We serve over 165 students in kindergarten need-based grants, covering up to 90 percent of tuition. This through 8th grade. Founded in 1988, we offer a strong academic pro- fundraiser allows us to honor our commitment to equality, diversity gram grounded in values and practices that promote peace and com- and accessibility. munity. The Friends School Plant Sale now requires over a thousand Like many of the 85 Friends schools nationwide, we are a progres- volunteers to make the sale a success. We are proud that nearly sive education school that believes children learn best through active, hands-on les- every Friends School family, along with hundreds of other volunteers, help make sons. Conflict resolution, environmental education and the arts are highly valued at the sale happen. We are also grateful to the core of very dedicated people who Friends School. work year-round, year after year, to plan, order and organize the beautiful plants Most importantly, we believe learning should be joyful, requiring deep thinking you purchase. The sale is a wonderful example of a community working together and engaging multiple senses. If you are interested in learning more about to do good work for an important cause. Friends School of Minnesota, I encourage you to explore our website at We thank you, sincerely, for your support, and invite you to visit Friends www.fsmn.org. I also invite you to talk with any of the student or family School of Minnesota (or our website) and find out more about the little school volunteers working at the sale. behind the big sale. —Lili Herbert, Head of School 4 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com

spaces; find out simple alterations to your landscape that can give them homes. With healthy bee populations, you’ll reap the benefits of increased pollination and beautify your landscape at the same time. Hours at the Garden Fair Garden Fair: Thursday, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.; Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Located in the grassy field southwest of the Grandstand. Giving Tree Gardens EXHIBITOR HOURS A full-service, earth-friendly landscap- Thursday . . . 5:00–9:00 p.m. (volunteers’ pre-sale) Some exhibitors may be open ing and organic gardening company. Friday ...... 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. We offer design, installation and main- shorter or longer hours. tenance of land scapes and gardens that Saturday . . . . 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. create a positive environmental impact. We also offer Sunday . . . . . 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Some may NOT be on-site consultation for homeowners, businesses, neigh- borhood groups and nonprofits looking to go green! All exhibitors are outside unless noted otherwise. open on Sunday. www.givingtreegardens.com BFG Supply ◊ Dick’s Designs Growing Blue Flowers My insect repellants, hand sanitizers, salves Unique rain barrels, from short and portly to tall and Specializing in rustic garden ornaments and soaps are all handmade with 100% narrow. Each rain barrel comes with a brass spigot, made from recycled scrap iron, including natural ingredients, in harmony with overflow valve with hose, rubber bungee cork and a animals, birds, flowers, and much more! nature. www.growingblueflowers.com mesh screen for catching debris. One option is recycled This will be Dick’s eighth year at the barrels from American and French wineries and Plant Sale. Holistic Health Farms Kentucky distilleries, made of solid oak, each barrel with Down Home Enterprises (formerly Urban Farming) We educate people to grow food its own unique markings and wine or whiskey stains. locally using organic practices as a means to food securi- 55–59 gallon capacity. Garden art, from rusty garden flowers to a mix of stained ty, better health, and as a springboard to economic self- glass to bird feeders to kinetic movement. Steel, glass, Minnesota Bonsai Society ◊ sufficiency. Stop by our table to get more information. stone and antique finds. Whimsical snails, insects to We will be offering burlap coffee bags in exchange for a The Minnesota Bonsai Society was enjoy in your garden setting. donation, which can be used for weed control on garden founded in 1971 to assist members in pathways, around plants for moisture retention, to pro- learning the art of bonsai. The society Eureka Pots of Minnesota ◊ tect plants, to grow potatoes…there are a million uses! offers a Novice Workshop for Create your own unique garden stack. Add an artful www.holistichealthfarms.com beginners and a wide variety of touch to your garden, deck or home. Mix and match col- programs and activities for all levels orful ceramic pieces from a variety of shapes and sizes The Mikeology Store ◊ of bonsai skill. Visit us at the Friends sale or at our with botanical-inspired themes ranging from traditional Cultivators of exotic mushrooms, sharing informat how website, www.minnesotabonsaisociety.org. to playful. Made by hand in Minnesota using winter- wild mushrooms are commercially cultivated and how you hardy durable stoneware. www.eurekapots.com Bovine Basic can grow a mushroom garden at home while discussing Garden Club of Ramsey County the many healthy facets of mushroom consumption, their 100% cow manure, anaerobically digested for use as a symbiotic relationship with plants and their overlooked soil amendment. 99%+ weed seed-free. 100% manure From beginners to master gardeners, role in our eco system. www.mikeologystore.com nutrient value. www.DairyLandNatural.com whether you have a large garden or a patio pot, you’ll find encouragement, Minnesota State Brandy Tang helpful tips, garden visiting, and great Horticultural Society speakers at monthly meetings of the Brandy Tang offers contemporary eco- A nonprofit membership organi- Garden Club of Ramsey County. Yearly friendly, socially conscious products. At zation that serves northern gar- dues are $10 for one person, $15 for a dual membership. the Plant Sale, Brandy Tang will feature deners through education, Upcoming events are listed at our website, gardening items, including American- encouragement and community. www.ramseygardeners.org made tomato cages, trellises, and Members enjoy a variety of valuable benefits, including hooks in fresh-picked summer colors; Garden Iron Imports the award-winning magazine, Northern Gardener. recycled garden art; and recycled toys for “little Offering a Special Discount on membership at gardeners.” www.brandytang.com Baskets, planters, topiaries, trellises, arbors, gazebos, window boxes, armillary spheres, fences, chandeliers, Friends School Plant Sale (for details, see our ad, page 30). Ceramic Chinn benches, chairs, decorative items, and more. www.northerngardener.org Featuring Planting Rings at the Plant Gardening for Bees ◊ Paramount Green Sale. Planting Rings act as a root barrier The U of M Bee Lab will provide information about easy Local supplier of pure worm castings fertilizer, including similar to sinking a potted plant. steps gardeners can take to make their gardens more bee premium, six-part all-natural and organic potting soil Planting Rings have vertical sides, no friendly. Not all flowers are equal in providing bees with blend and household worm castings tea brewer. Bring the bottom and are made from frost-hardy the nutrition they need to thrive; find out what flowers life back to your soil, with our highly active products guar- clay. This allows superior drainage and bees prefer. Many wild solitary bee species need nesting anteeing results! www.paramountgreenorganic.com durability as compared to buried standard pots. Chicken Run Rescue ◊ The only urban chicken rescue of its kind, depending on donations and sales of art merchandise to continue helping chickens. Don’t breed or buy—adopt! There is a special need for rooster homes. There are never enough homes for displaced and impounded domestic fowl, mostly chickens. Chicken Run provides birds with love, shelter, and vet care;, locates and screens adopters within 90 miles of the Twin Cities; and transports the birds to their new homes. www.brittonclouse.com/chickenrunrescue Chicken Stix A revolution in home gardening. With Chicken Stix, you can quickly and easily create yard and garden fences and enclo- sures safely to keep critters out of your prized garden or keep your chickens in the yard. Reduces injury, saves time, eliminates waste, easy storage, adaptable, versatile. www.chickenstix.webs.com Cowsmo Making and selling organic compost and potting soils throughout the midwest. Owned and operated by fifth-gen- eration dairy farmers near Cochrane, Wisconsin. Cowsmo Compost is the finest compost available in the Midwest. www.rwdairy.com Curtis Ingvoldstad, Wood Sculptor I custom carve trees both in yards and in my studio. I have created special pieces for the Plant Sale, such as unique statues for the garden, inspired benches and one- of-a-kind furniture. www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 5

Permaculture ◊ Permaculture gets at concepts that are common sense for many: good design means ecological sustainability and social vibrancy. Find out how to apply the principles of per- maculture design in your garden. Workshops Plantjotter ◊ Plantjotter is a web application for Free and held under the tent near the center of the gardeners to keep track of their garden- ing efforts. You can keep notes, create plant lists and a task Garden Fair unless otherwise noted. FRIDAY SATURDAY calendar, and upload photos and files. Supporting the site is a plant database to help you easily create plant lists by Bonsai Tips and Demos location. There are also over 145 care sheets for perennial Members of the Minnesota Bonsai Society will be working plants and a general maintenance calendar. on their plants, and offering a list of plants that are good Demos Demos www.plantjotter.com candidates for bonsai. at booth at booth Seed Savers Exchange ◊ PRESENTER: Members of the Minnesota Bonsai Society Selling heirloom vegetable and flower seeds inside at the plant sale. In the Garden Fair, Growing Your Own Mushrooms providing information on how to save tomato Grow a mushroom garden at home. Find out about 9:00 a.m. seeds. www.seedsavers.org the many healthy facets of mushroom consumption, their symbiotic relationship with plants, and their Terrace Horticultural Books overlooked role in our ecosystem.

Located inside the Grandstand near PRESENTER: The Mikeology Store, cultivators of the center stairway. Books, gardening ephemera, exotic mushrooms periodicals and journals, seed packets, seed and plant catalogs, and unframed botanical Improving Your Soil art. The Twin Cities’ premier seller of used and new Healthy trees, plants, shrubs—and the flowers, fruit or 12:00 noon gardening books. www.terracehorticulturalbooks.com aesthetics we hope to get from them—all start with Webster Farm Organic ◊ balanced, healthy soil. Come learn more about the basics of how to assess your soils and what it takes to develop An ecological farm northwest of the metro area, estab- a healthy environment for the things you plant and cultivate. lished in 1980. Our 20-week CSA, Salad Days, features 450 varieties of vegetables and herbs from many cultures. We PRESENTER: Mike Kinney, Bovine Basic focus on more variety and less of each for smaller house- holds. Visit us at www.websterfarmorganic.com or call Introduction to Permaculture (320) 983-2289. “Permaculture” is a new term for a lot of people, but 1:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. gets at concepts that are common sense for many: Winsome Orchids Good design means ecological sustainability and social Located inside the Grandstand under the center stairway. vibrancy. I will show how we can all apply the principles Hardy and non-hardy orchids. Full listing of plants at of permaculture design in our gardens, using the www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/winsome. resources available at the Friends Plant Sale, and in the ◊ process create a healthier environment and stronger Wolcott Art communities. Welded steel garden structures and ornamentation. PRESENTER: Ben Kercheval, student of permaculture Worm Composting for the Simple Person ◊ Off to a Good Start: How to set up and maintain your own easy home worm Seeds and Transplants composting system. Recycle kitchen waste and have great Find out about transplanting your seedling plants from an 11:00 a.m. fertilizer for your house plants or garden. Free worms experienced organic farmer. There are some simple steps while they last; limited number of pre-made kits available to follow for the best garden performance. for purchase. Available all day Saturday for consultation. PRESENTER: Nett Hart, Webster Farm Organic ◊ Yardly Art Saving Seeds A wide variety of unique, functional garden art by St. Paul Heirloom tomatoes are packed with color, flavor, 11:30 a.m. artist Sharon Miller-Thompson. By mixing metals with and good nutrition, but they also tend to be harder to handmade, hand glazed terra cotta clay and/or glass, find in garden stores than hybrid varieties. Ensure 3:00 p.m. Miller-Thompson creates birdhouses, birdbaths, trellises access to your favorites by saving your seed from year and garden baubles that each become a focal point with a to year. A quick and easy demonstration of tomato function. She also designs and creates custom, one of a seed saving, including seed processing, fermentation, kind, gates, fences and more for clients. www.yardlyart.com drying, and storage techniques.

PRESENTER: Jessica Babcock, commercial trial FOOD AT THE PLANT SALE gardens manager at Seed Savers Exchange Hampden Park Co-op Worm Composting Located midway between St. Paul and Minneapolis. A How to set up and maintain your own easy home worm 10:00 a.m. unique, traditional, and volunteer-based co-op, providing a composting system. Recycle kitchen waste and have great full line of natural and organic foods, including bulk food, fertilizer for your house plants or garden. Also available 2:00 p.m. spices, nuts, produce, dairy and meat. At Hampden Park all day Saturday for consultation. Co-op, everyone is welcome. We’ll be giving away free fruit each morning at the Plant Sale. www.hampdenparkcoop.com PRESENTER: Lynda Mader, amateur worm composter Kettle Corn If you miss a workshop or demonstration, stop by the booth Popped fresh with a mix of sweet and salty. It’s a State Fair treat in May! of the presenter for a one-on-one review. Smokey’s Charbroiler Featuring quarter-pound chopped beefsteak burgers, all- beef hot dogs, and breast-meat chicken strips. Plus • Costco bratwurst, fancy extra-long french fries, onion rings, corn Thanks dogs, grilled chicken or ham sandwiches, and fountain pop. • Cub Open Thursday 10:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m. to all the grocery stores that • Eastside Co-op Friday 8:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. allow the Friends School Plant • Kowalski’s Sunday 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Sale to reuse their strawberry • Lunds More exhibitors may be added to the flats so our shoppers have boxes • Rainbow Garden Fair. Please check our to carry their plants in! • Seward Co-op website for updates: www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/gardenfair • Whole Foods 6 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Rare and Unusual How the Rare Plants Perennials booth works Barrenwort Epimedium ◊ Fumeroot continued U029A Mexican Cliffrose ◊ The Rare Plants booth is These varieties are recent introductions from modern $10.00—4.5” pot: Cowania mexicana straight ahead as you plant explorers.Í∏ U012 Blue Panda, C. flexuosa ◊—Electric-blue, long, Delicate, sweetly fragrant cream-to-yellow 1” rose-like come in the main door. $22.00—4” pot: pointed, tubular flowers dangle from burgundy flowers in May or June. Interesting shaggy twisted U001 E. pubescens—Flowers look like white stars with stems held above lacy blue-green foliage. Blooms in branches. In fall, white wispy silky 2” plumed seeds. It serves a limited num- four points and protruding gold centers, growing spring and fall. Fragrant. 8–16”h ∏ Grows on rocky, limestone soils. Drought-tolerant. 36–72”h Í $4.00—2.5” pot ber of shoppers at a in airy 24” sprays. Red mottled leaves. From U015 Grass of Parnassus ◊ China. 18–24”h time. Parnassia glauca U029B Onion, Blue-Flowered $25.00—4” pot: Allium beesianum Rare Plants has its own “Bog-stars” is certainly a more descriptive common U002 Kaguyahime—Large rose-pink and purple flowers name for the plant, since it is not a grass and not from Unusual true deep blue mini-onion from China. cashier, so once you with narrow, sharply arrowhead-shaped foliage Greece. Shiny, five-petaled 1” white flowers with ele- Nodding umbels of small bell flowers in September. Í have made your selec- attractively mottled with burgundy-red. gant green stripes bloom in late summer and fall on $9.00—2.5” pot tions, you pay there Discovered in a Japanese garden. 12”h stems rising out of a rosette of leathery leaves. Its Orchid, Fringed Platanthera before leaving the booth See more BARRENWORT, page 11 habitat is bogs, damp meadows and the edges of lakes Hardy orchids native to northern boggy areas and wet with your plants. and streams. Moist, alkaline soil. Rescued from road meadows. Rescued from development. Í∏˜ U003 Bloodroot, Double widening. 12–15”h Í∏ ˜ $35.00—6” pot Sanguinaria canadensis $35.00—6” pot: U016 Green Dragon, Little ◊ Multi-petaled flowers look like miniature water lilies. U030 Lesser Purple Fringed Orchid, P. psycodes — Buds pop up in early spring followed by tightly rolled Pinellia pedatisecta One flower stem of this reddish-purple orchid Jack-in-the-pulpit cousin from northern and western can contain 20–50 butterfly-like blooms! 12–36”h silver-green leaves that unfurl to as much as 8” wide. ◊ Prefers moist, humus-rich soil. Should be divided every China and Japan. Palm-like divided leaves. Spreads. U031 Northern Bog Orchid, P. hyperborea —Tiny few years. 10–12”h ∏˜‰ $20.00—4” pot 15”h Í∏ ¥ $5.00 each—bareroot lime-green florets fill the tall spikes of this wild orchid. Thrives in any consistently moist habitat, See also BLOODROOT in natives, page 48 U017 Hepatica, Dark Magenta ◊ although it prefers alkaline soils. 12–36”h Hepatica nobilis U004A Cactus, Lee’s Dwarf Snowball Orchid, Lady’s Slipper Cypripedium ◊ Exquisite, vibrant flowers in spring. An unusual color Escobaria leei Lady’s slippers want cool soil and and morning sun. for hepatica. 2–6” ∏ $29.00—4” pot This tiny gem quickly forms a cluster of nearly white, Blooming size plants; rootstock rescued from develop- bulbous stems. A flush of pink flowers cover it in late See also the native HEPATICA, page 50 ment or seed-grown. ˜ spring. May survive the winter in a sheltered spot. Can U018 Hydrangea, Variegated Climbing $35.00—6” pot: be kept in a pot and brought indoors. 2”h Í U032 Large Yellow, C. pubescens—The easiest of all $5.00—2.5” pot Hydrangea petiolaris ‘Firefly’ Martagon Clusters of fragrant flowers with showy white bracts. orchids to grow, and can live up to 100 years. See more CACTUS in succulents, page 31 Lily Early summer blooming. Very slow to establish but Blooms in May. Most shade-tolerant of the lady’s ∏Ó U004B Daylily, Notify Ground Crew ◊ worth the wait. Self-clinging by aerial rootlets. Golden slippers. 12–24”h U033 Pink and White Showy, C. reginae—Our largest Hemerocallis ‘Notify Ground Crew’ to chartreuse leaf margins with the variegation bright- est in spring. Once established can grow about two and showiest native orchid and the Minnesota Trumpet-shaped 5” bright yellow flowers are slightly feet per year. 30’h Í∏¥ $12.00—2.5” pot state flower. Blooms mid to late June. Beautiful fragrant. Its unfussy wild look would work well with contrasting white petals and sepals with a moc- tall native plants. Opens in the afternoon. Mid-season. U019 Iris, Rock Garden Iris sp. ◊ casin-shaped “slipper” flooded with rose or crim- Í∏ 48–72”h $29.00—1 gal. pot Light purple or white rock garden iris grown from son. Needs more sun but without warming the ∏ See more DAYLILIES, page 14 plants at the local rock garden society sale. Originally soil. 18–36”h from Chen Yi of Kaichen Nursery in China. 4–6”h ͉ U034 Small Yellow, C. parviflorum—Often found in wet- Elm, Miniature Ulmus parvifolia $10.00—3.5” pot lands but does well in upland gardens, too. 12”h Truly miniature elms, perfect for a rock garden, bonsai, U020 Iris, Purple Flag ∏ fairy garden, or outdoor model railroad. Resistant to Iris versicolor ‘Gerald Darby’ U035 Orchid, Hooded Lady’s Tresses Dutch elm disease. Winter protection recommended. ͉ Foliage emerges dark purple, fading to green in sum- Spiranthes romanzoffiana ◊ $9.00—2.5” pot: mer. Large purple blooms. 24–36”h Íç¥ Hood-shaped, small white to creamy flowers spiral U005 Seiju—Toothed, glossy leaves and mottled bark. $16.00—1 gal. pot around stem. Grows in bogs and meadows, blooming 2–10’h See more IRIS pages 17 and 50 from June to October. Vanilla-like scent is a plus. $29.00—2 gal. pot: Í∏ ˜ U021 Lavender, Cynthia Johnson ß Rescued from development. 5–20”h U006 Hokkaido—Will reach one foot in five years, tak- $35.00—6” pot Lavandula angustifolia ing 30 years to reach three feet. Bark becomes ◊ corky with age. 1–3’h Selected by Betty Ann Addison of Rice Creek Gardens U036 Orchid, Yellow Widelip for its ability to survive our winters. Probably the only Liparis loeselii U007 Freesia, Hardy Lapeirousia laxa ◊ lavender that will truly grow as a perennial here. 24”h Loose cluster of .75” yellow-green flowers on a stalk Six to twelve salmon-pink flowers with red eyes, on one- Í $7.50—2.5” pot with just two leaves at the base. June-July bloom. sided spikes. Narrow foot-long leaves. Native to South Grows in fens and bogs in the eastern United States ͉ See more LAVENDER page 9 Africa. 4–12”h $5.00—4” pot and Canada. Rescued from development. 2–10”h ͘ ◊ U008 Fremont’s Leather Flower ◊ U022 Leatherwood Dirca palustris $35.00—6” pot Yellow Lady Clematis fremontii An attractive landscaping plant with branch architec- U037 Peony, Caucasian ◊ Slipper ture, abundant early yellow flowers, and compact Bell-shaped lavender to white flowers nodding at the growth form in shaded or open areas. Many pairs of Paeonia caucasica end of slender stalks from May to June. Lovely seed tiny flowers in late April just before the leaves appear. Attractive sage-colored foliage and single 3–4” bright heads. This clematis is a compact shrub rather than a Native peoples used the inner bark for fish line and pink to crimson flowers. From the meadows and vine. Native to small areas in Missouri, Kansas, and woodland clearings of the Caucasus Mountains in the Í∏ ‰å¥ cordage. When moistened, the bark is flexible enough Nebraska. 18”h by 12”w to use in basketry. Has an oval shape without any Republic of Georgia. Very early bloomer. 24–39”h Í $22.00—1 gal. pot pruning. Easy, drought tolerant, adaptable to most $39.00—1 gal. pot Í∏Ó ˜¥ Fritillary Fritillaria soils, and deer resistant. 10’h U038 Peony, Fernleaf Paeonia tenuifolia $18.00—5.25” pot A spring-flowering member of the lily family with bul- Brick-red single flowers with feathery foliage. Blooms bous roots. All require excellent drainage, including Lily, Martagon Lilium in May. Divisions of plants rescued from 19th century the two offered here. Add grit to the bottom of the Recurved blooms dangle from upright stems like ele- farmsteads by a local peony collector. 12–18”h Í planting hole and mulch with compost to enrich the gant candelabra in June. Very easy to grow, preferring $59.00—2 gal. pot soil. Deer, rabbit and squirrel resistant. Í part shade. Self-sows in a good site. All parts of the lily U039 Peony, Early Scout $15.00—1 gal. pot: plant are toxic to cats. Í∏Ó ◊ Paeonia ‘Richard Carvel’ × P. tenuifolia U009 Lutea Maxima, F. imperialis —From the top $29.00—4.5” pot: down: a crown of curly leaves like a green camp- Very early-blooming single to semi-double hybrid with U023 Arabian Knight, L. martagon ◊—Many nod- dark crimson-red flowers above ferny foliage. Deer fire, a hanging cluster of two to five bright lemon ding, recurved blooms in rusty-red with large resistant. (Auten 1952) 18–24”h Í∏¥ yellow bells, a thick bare stem like a green pole, creamy-gold spots. 36–48”h then larger whorls of leaves at the base. Requires $20.00—2 gal. pot U024 Asian, L. tsingtauense ◊—Wild lily from China good drainage and rich soil. Blooms late spring. and Korea. Up to six orange star-shaped blos- U040 Peony, Bartzella Paeonia Itoh hybrid 24–36”h soms. 18–36”h U010 Persian Bells, ◊—For lovers of black Canary yellow 9” double blossoms with red flames at F. p e r s i c a U025 Hanson’s Lily, L. hansonii ◊—Wild lily from or near-black flowers. A stalk of 10–30 nodding the center. Slightly spicy scent. This cross between the Japan with golden-orange blooms, spotted red. woody and herbaceous peonies has strong stems that bell flowers in dark shades of purple, plum, and 36–60”h brown-black. Blue-green foliage. May–June. hold up well in rain (no support needed). Mature U026 L. martagon ◊—Native woodland lily from 12–36”h plants can bear 30 flowers. Deer resistant. 24–36”h Europe to Russia. Many pink to purple spotted Í¥ $46.00—2 gal. pot Fumeroot Corydalis flowers. 72”h ◊ Dainty leaves and blooms. Deer, rabbit, and squirrel U027 Orange Marmalade, L. martagon —Dark resistant. ‰ orange-red, outfacing pollen-free flowers on tall stems. 36–48”h Lutea Maxima Fritillary $2.00—2.5” pot: U028 Sunny Morning, L. martagon ◊—Deep orange- ◊ U011 Common Fumeroot, C. solida —Clusters of yellow recurved flowers with gold circular spots. purplish flowers on mounds of attractive fern-like 48–60”h blue-green foliage. Dies back to the ground by midsummer. 6–12”h Í∏Ó www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 7 We accept cash, checks, Amex, Rare and Unusual Visa, MasterCard & Discover

Tender Perennials Key U041 Peony, Molly-the-Witch ◊ These plants need to be over-wintered indoors; they will not tolerate frost. It’s fun to Í Full sun Paeonia mlokosewitschii outfox our Minnesota winters. ∏ Part sun/part shade Delicate-looking pale lemon yellow 5” blooms. Bronze- Ó Shade red emerging foliage. A very rare and sought-after U059 Aloe, Fan Aloe plicatilis U069B Flamboyant Tree ◊ plant. Gets its common name from its hard-to-pro- ç Attractive foliage 10” blue-green leaves arranged in a fan. Tubular scar- Delonix regia nounce species name. 23–27”h $29.00—1 gal. pot ı Bird food source let-orange flowers. Slow-growing. 12–18”h ͆¥ Butterfly-shaped 5” flowers in shades of red, orange Peony, Woody Paeonia suffruticosa ∫ Butterfly-friendly $25.00—6” pot and yellow will bloom even when the tree is dwarfed Woody peonies require at least four to five hours of † Cold-sensitive: More ALOE in Herbs, page 8 and Succulents, page 31 as bonsai or grown as a houseplant. Mimosa-like feath- sunlight daily. Good drainage is essential in a loamy ery leaves close up at night. When dormant in winter, keep above 40°F soil with high humus content to a depth of at least Calla Zantedeschia aethiopica keep tree completely dry. This is a tree whose height Ç Culinary 24”. Once established, you will be rewarded each year Elegant cut flowers and large, arrowhead-shaped will vary depending on how many years you over-win- ´ Edible flowers with an abundance of beautiful, huge flowers. Woody Í∏†¥ Í leaves. Keep moist. ter it. Syn. Poinciana regia. $8.00—5.25” pot ˝ Ground cover peonies can live more than a hundred years. ˙ Deer resistant. 36–60”h by 48–72”w Í∏¥ $12.00—2 gal. pot: U070 Gourd, Snake ◊ Hummingbird-friendly U060 Florist’s White—White 8” rolled goblets in  $30.00—1 gal. pot: Trichosanthes kirilowii var. japonica Medicinal spring and summer. Green leaves. 36”h ‰ U045 Lavender Large, white, five-petalled flowers with numerous long Rock garden U046 Purple $15.00—1 quart pot: white whiskers along the ends of its petals. Handsome U047 Red, ‘Taiyo’ U061 Giant Calla—White-speckled green leaves are giant tropical leaves, too. Various parts of the plant are ˜ Minnesota native U048 Salmon Pink waist-high with a classic creamy white-cupped edible. Give it rich, well-drained soil and a trellis, and å U.S. native fragrant flower on a stalk. Late spring-mid sum- water it well during the growing season. Over-winter $50.00—2 gal. pot mer blooms. Keep well watered. Winter indoors. the tuberous root in the basement. 20–60’ ÍÇ¥ U049 Orange, ‘Kinkaku’ ß Saturday restock 72”h $19.00—1 quart pot U050 Purple, ‘Shima Daijin’ ¥ Toxic to humans U051 Yellow, ‘Kinshi’ Citrus Citrus U071 Malagasy Fire Bush ◊ Peony $60.00—3 gal. pot: Fragrant white flowers and glossy green foliage. Uncarina peltata U052 Ariadne ◊—Fragrant semi-double peachy- Heights will vary depending on how many years you Golden yellow flowers with a purple throat resemble ͆´Ç yellow blossoms with rose-red flares, veins and over-winter them. Need excellent drainage. petunias or morning glories. Alien-looking seed pods edges, beautifully formed with rounded outer and $25.00—4” extra deep pot: have half-inch hooked spines. Lifting the thickened ruffled inner petals. Strong stems; midseason U063 Lemon, Eureka ◊—Sparkling green and white root system periodically creates a cool, gnarled bonsai bloom. variegated leaves with pinkish new growth and look. Rich, well drained soil. From Madagascar. Over- ∏¥ $70.00—3 gal. pot: buds. Immature fruit is green and yellow striped winter as a houseplant. 36–96”h $4.00—3.5” pot U053 Boreas ◊—A true specimen plant with very turning to yellow at maturity with tart pink flesh. ◊ ç U072 Puya Puya venusta large, fragrant, burgundy-red semi-double blooms A gorgeous ornamental. Stunning rosettes of silvery gray, succulent, spiny midseason. Named for the god of the North U064 Lemon, Meyer, C. × meyeri—Good ornamental leaves form a great pink-stemmed, wax-like spike filled Wind, the ruffled flower petals do look twisted plants for compact size and productivity. Leaves with deep reddish violet flowers. A spectacular terres- and wind-swept. are dark green, with young leaves and shoots dark purple. Fruits are yellow and rounder than a tial bromeliad from Central and South America. Over- Í∏ U054 Pine, Japanese Umbrella ◊ true lemon with a slight orange tint when ripe. winter as a houseplant. 36–60”h $5.00—2.5” pot Sciadopitys verticillata Sweeter and less acidic than the common lemon U073 Royal Paint Brush ◊ Like umbrella spokes, this tree’s thick, waxy, glossy with a fragrant, edible skin. Haemanthus albiflos needles are clustered at the end of the branches. This U065 Lime, Kaffir, C. hystrix—Grown primarily for its Feathery white blossoms begin in April and can last rare evergreen conifer from Japan grows slowly but is attractive and distinctively shaped “double until July. But the show is not over. Clusters of bright long-lived and retains its green color in winter. Broad leaves.” Prized by Thai cooks, they can be used red berries follow and can be enjoyed for many more pyramid to narrow cone shape, but can also have mul- fresh or dried and can be stored frozen. This months. 12”h ∏† ¥ $5.00—2.5” pot tiple stems. Prefers a rich, acidic soil, and protection small thorny tree is well suited to container from winter winds. In 10 years will reach 6–8’ tall. growing. It can bloom year-round and may bear U074 Vase Plant Aechmea ‘Del Mar’ ◊ Calla Í small, very bumpy green fruit. 20–30’h by 15–20’w $149.00—3 gal. pot Bromeliad with wide green leaves and spectacular U066 Mandarin, Tango, C. reticulata—A new seedless flowers, each one like a sculpture in white, purple and U055 Pinks, Mossy Dianthus freynii ◊ variety. Sometimes called “zipper skins” because pink. Í∏ $25.00—5.25” pot Spiky blue-green mossy carpet with tiny pink flowers they are so easily peeled. Self-fruiting and easy to in summer. 2”h by 12”w ͉¥ $2.00—2.5” pot grow if they aren’t over-watered. Bright orange, Voodoo Lily nearly seedless fruit. Trillium Trilium ◊ Not house plants, these tender perennials from the col- lection of a local aroid enthusiast should be planted in Early spring woodland wonders. ∏Ó‰å U067 Dahlia, Tree Dahlia imperialis the garden, then brought inside for the winter. A care Fast-growing, gigantic dahlia from Central America $22.00—4.5” pot: sheet will be provided with each plant. ∏Ó U056A Sweet Wakerobin, T. vaseyi—Chocolate-red nod- won’t flower this far north, but is fun to grow for its Indian Voodoo Lily, Sauromatum venosum—Purplish ding blossoms are the largest flowers of the trilli- tropical foliage and thick bamboo-like stems. These green tubular flower with dark purple markings, sur- um family. 12–24”h were used by Aztecs as water pipes. Its tubers can be Í rounding a blackish purple central spike. Following the U056B Twisted Trillium, T. stamineum—Narrow twisty stored for the winter like regular dahlias. 96”h ∫dž bloom, large green leaves emerge on purple, mottled chocolate-maroon petals and prominent stamens. $10.00—5.25” pot stems. Usually blooms in early summer. 24–36”h Lightly mottled leaves. 12–18” U068A Desert Rose, Smooth U075 $4.00—bareroot See more TRILLIUM, pages 22 and 52 Adenia glauca U076 $14.00—extra large bareroot U057 Wood Poppy, Japanese ◊ South African succulent with large, green swollen Tree of India, Amorphophallus konjac—Reddish purple Hylomecon japonicum trunk base and large flat leaves almost like a five-leaf spathe, each with a protuding dark brown spadix. Each clover. Greenish cream flowers. Base prefers shade, flower is followed by a solitary, huge leaf on a mottled Minature woodland poppy from Japan forms low slow- leaves need more light, but keep out of stong sun. stalk. The overall appearance is like a tree with a ly spreading mounds with four-petalled bright yellow Acidic soil. Keep fairly dry in winter. 36”h Í∏ ¥ smooth, spotted trunk. 36–54”h Ç flowers. Disappears underground after flowering in $5.00—2.5” pot U077 Í∏ $6.00—bareroot spring. 6–12”h $29.00—4” pot U078 U068B Dinosaur Food ◊ $19.00—extra large bareroot Gunnera tinctoria U079 Giant Voodoo Lily, Typhonium giganteum— Giant rhubarb from Chile with prehistoric-looking 4–5’ 12” arrowhead-shaped leaves in early summer. In mid- leaves on thick stalks can be put on the edge of a pond summer, a bizarre 10” flower at ground level is light or stream for the summer. Like rhubarb, the stalks are purple with a velvety black lining and a black spadix. Annuals edible. The deeply lobed leaves have jagged margins 20”h $8.00—bareroot and a coarse, prickly texture. Needs constant moisture, U080 Wattakaka Dregea sinensis ◊ True annuals, grown from seed each year. but the crown should be above water level. Fertilize well. Can be over-wintered dry in the basement like Nodding umbels of sweetly fragrant star flowers in summer, creamy white speckled with rosy red. Heart- cannas. 72”h by 72”w Í∏† $8.00—4.5” pot Maize, Giant Zea shaped gray-green fuzzy foliage. A twining climber Corn is a giant ornamental grass that needs no staking U069A Elephant’s Foot ◊ from China. Bring indoors in winter; may not bloom Lemon and looks impressively tropical. Green leaves on a Dioscorea sylvatica the first year. Prefers light or bright shade. 4–10’h Í∏Â¥ super fat stalk. Might have time here in Minnesota to Enlarged fat root growing partly above the soil (the $5.00—2.5” pot flower. These two varieties are from Peru. 144–200” “caudex”) develops a cool, crackled, gray-brown bark Í´ U081 Yucca, Red Hesperaloe parviflora with age. A twining stem grows from the root with Narrow blue-green yucca-like foliage topped by 36–48” glossy, variably heart-shaped leaves that renew periodi- $8.00—1 gal. pot: stems each carrying dozens of small reddish-pink, bell- cally. Clusters of tiny greenish-yellow flowers may U082 Cuzco Gigante—Grown near Machu Picchu. shaped flowers. Great hummingbird plant and bloom on a mature plant, but it’s mainly grown for the U083 Inca Red—Will not produce the purple 6” cobs it extremely drought tolerant. Full sun in well-drained, bizarre root and ornamental foliage. From the edges of does in its Peruvian home. dry soil. An excellent patio accent. May survive out- African forests. Watering keeps plant growing indoors doors in a proper microclimate. 36”h Í in winter, but it can be allowed to go dry and dormant. $5.00—2 quart pot 72–84”h ÍÂ¥ $15.00—4” pot 8 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Herbs Key H001 Aloe Vera Aloe vera ß H033 Catnip Nepeta cataria ß H039 Chives, German Allium senescens ß Í Full sun Succulent whose juice is used to treat burns, poison Leaves are euphoric for cats and mildly sedative for us. Elegant, flat shiny 12” leaves may be used like chives. ∏ Part sun/part shade ivy, and rashes. Bring indoors as a house plant. Good for salads and tea, vitamin C. Perennial. 12–36”h 2” spheres of lavender flowers July-September. Í∏ †Â Í∏ÇÂ Ó Shade 12–24”h $2.00—2.5” pot by 12”w $1.50—2.5” pot Excellent in the flower border. Perennial. 18–20”h Í∏Ó ∫Ç´Â $1.50—2.5” pot H002 Anise Pimpinella anisum H034 Celery, Cutting ß ç Attractive foliage Feathery foliage used fresh in salads and soups while Apium graveolens var. secalinum ‘Afina’ H040 Cilantro Coriandrum sativum ı Bird food source the seeds are used to flavor other cooked foods. A seasoning celery that does not produce an enlarged Flowers, leaves, roots and seed can all be used to flavor ∫ Butterfly-friendly Umbrella-like clusters of tiny white flowers. Annual. stalk. More aromatic and flavorful than regular celery. a wide variety of foods, especially Mexican and Thai Í † Cold-sensitive: 36”h $1.50—2.5” pot It looks like flat-leafed parsley and is packed with big dishes. Popular in salsa. Seed is coriander. Annual. 35 seeds. 24–36”h Í Ç´Â $1.25—seed packets keep above 40°F H003 Ashwaganda ß◊ celery flavor. Used to flavor soups and stews. Tender Ç perennial. 12–18”h ÍÇ $2.50—3.5” pot Culinary Withania somnifera H041 Coffee Coffea arabica ß ´ See more CELERY varieties on page 23 Edible flowers Greenish white flowers, orange-red ripe fruit. Tender Shiny, evergreen leaves make for a nice patio plant to ˝ Ground cover perennial used in ayurvedic medicine. ÍÂ¥ H035 Chamomile, German ß winter indoors. Mature plants produce an abundance ˙ Hummingbird-friendly $3.00—3.5” pot Matricaria recutita of jasmine-scented white flowers. Best in filtered sun-  Basil see box below light and fast-draining potting soil, kept moist. 15–20’ Medicinal Small white and yellow flowers with apple scent. ͆ ‰ in its African home, smaller here. Rock garden H030 Bay Laurel Laurus nobilis Flowers make calming tea or bath. Dries well. Good in $5.00—4” pot arrangements or potpourri. Annual, 12” spacing. Bay leaf, the well-known seasoning, is an excellent ˜ 12–18”h Í∏ Ç´Â $1.50—2.5” pot H042 Comfrey Symphytum officinale Minnesota native container plant. A tree that can spend the winter as a å U.S. native house plant, it’s popular for growing in tubs and large H036 Chamomile, Roman ß Fuzzy, broad leaves and bell-shaped cream, purple or pink flowers. An important herb in organic gardening, pots. Í∏dž $11.00—1 quart pot Chamaemelum nobile ß Saturday restock having many medicinal and fertilizer uses. Comfrey is a Blood Leaf (Cook with Chicken, Originates in northwestern Europe and Northern great “green manure” in a permaculture landscape. ¥ Toxic to humans Makes Body Strong), see page 32 Ireland. Gray-green leaves and flowers like miniature Perennial; aggressive spreader. 24”h Í∏ white daisies. The leaves are thicker than German $5.00—4” pot Borago officinalis ß H031 Borage chamomile. The flowers smell like apples. Perennial. H044 Coriander, Vietnamese ß Í Ç´Â Profuse blue and pink flowers are an attractive and 12”h $2.50—3.5” pot Persicaria odorata tasty garnish. Excellent for bees. Young leaves good in H037 Chives Allium schoenoprasum ß salads. Self-sowing annual. 24”h Í∏ ∫Ç´ The leaf is dark green with a maroon “V,” and has a $2.50—3.5” pot Easy to grow and once established lasts for years. strong cilantro-like fragrance and a slightly peppery Divide every few years. Perennial. 12–24”h taste. Also known as rau ram, it’s eaten fresh in H032 Caraway Carum carvi ß Í∏∫Ǵ˜ $1.50—2.5” pot Vietnamese cuisine for salads and raw summer rolls, as Feathery-leaved biennial. Grown primarily for its seeds well as in some soups and stews. Moist soil. Tender H038 Chives, Garlic Allium tuberosum ß to season soups, stews, breads and pastries. Leaves are perennial; won’t go to seed quickly like cilantro. also edible. May self sow. 24”h ÍÇ Abundant white flowers in late summer; edible gar- 24–36”h ͆ $2.50—3.5” pot $2.50—3.5” pot nish. Flat leaves with fine flavor. Perennial and reseeds ß readily. 12–18”h Í∏Ó ∫Ç´Â $1.50—2.5” pot H045 Culantro Eryngium foetidum Aloe Mexican and South American native, much used in the cuisine of the Caribbean, Thailand, India, and Vietnam. Dries well and can be used fresh like cilantro, with a stronger, citrus-like flavor. Annual. 12–18”h Í∏ † $1.50—2.5” pot Basil Ocimum Í´ÇÂ∫† H046 Cumin Cuminum cyminum Its seeds are used in Indian, Mexican and Cuban cui- Even gardeners who don’t cook love basil in their gardens. Great for tea, pesto, salads and dressings. These sine. Small, white or pink umbels like little Queen Anne’s Lace flowers. Self-seeding annual. 24”h Í annual plants are native to sunny, warm Mediterranean climes and will not withstand frost. Plant any of $1.50—2.5” pot the basils where they will be brushed against to release the scent. 12” spacing unless noted. Great for bees. H047 Cumin, Black Nigella sativa ß Don’t plant outdoors until late May! White petals are bluish-green near the tip, surrounding a fancy ball-like fruit capsule in which the seeds devel- op. Ground seeds smell like fennel, anise or nutmeg $2.00—3.5” pot: $2.00—4 plants in a pack: and taste slightly bitter, spicy and piquant. Self-seeding H005 Sweet Genovese, O. basilicum ß—Prolific and popular. H017 Oriental Breeze, O. basilicum ß—A basil bred for cut flower annual. 6–12”h Í $2.00—4 plants in a pack Wonderful for pesto, tomato dishes and salads. 24–36”h Ø and container use. Very floriferous and fragrant. 4–6” long H048 Curry Plant Helichrysum italicum ß $2.00—4 plants in a pack: flower heads are white with purple bracts. 12–18”h Dwarf with gray foliage and yellow flowers, very fra- African Tree ◊ß ß H006 , O. gratissimum —Lime green 4” fuzzy H018 Red Rubin, O. basilicum —Large-leaved purple version of grant. Use like bay leaves to flavor soups, stews and ç leaves smell of cloves or allspice. Spikes of edible 6–9” deli- sweet basil. 18–24”h marinades, then remove before serving. Essential oils cate white or purple-tinged flowers can be used in salad or as H019 Spicy Globe, O. basilicum ß—The “good basil” of French are used in lotions and soaps. Tender perennial. 6–8”h decoration. Tender perennial, can be wintered indoors. 48”h cuisine. Dwarf with small leaves makes a sweet edging plant. Í∏ dž $2.50—3.5” pot H007 Cinnamon ß , O. basilicum —Dark purple flowers. Sharp cin- 12”h H049 Dill, Bouquet ß namon aroma, wonderful fragrance. Narrower green leaves H020 Sweet Genovese, O. basilicum ß—Prolific and popular. with purple stems. Finest tea basil, good in fruit salads. Anethum graveolens ‘Bouquet’ Wonderful for pesto, tomato dishes and salads. 24–36”h 12–24”h ç Leaves and seeds for vinegars, dressings and pickles. H021 Thai Magic ß—Late flowering with large leaves. Popular in Excellent for bees and caterpillars. Self-seeding annual. H008 Holy, O. sanctum ß—Traditional religious and medicinal sig- Thai food. Purple bracts and magenta flowers. 18–22”h 12” spacing. 36”h Í ∫Ç´Â $1.50—2.5” pot nificance in South Asia. Purple flowers. Takes part shade. 18”h H022 Thai, Siam Queen, O. basilicum ß—Huge green leaves con- H050 Epazote Chenopodium ambrosioides ß trast nicely with sturdy, purple stems. Outstanding fragrance H009 Lemon, O. basilicum ß—Delicious small-leaf variety com- A pungent herb used in Mexican and South American and flavor: sweet and spicy with anise overtones. Used in bines flavors of lemon and basil. 12–24”h cooking. Widely used in bean dishes, it is supposed to Asian cooking. 28–39”h ç reduce the after effects of eating beans. Easy to grow, H010 Lime, O. americanum ß—Dark green leaves with lime fra- Í ÇÂ¥ $2.50—3.5” pot: reseeding annual. 36”h $2.50—3.5” pot grance. 12”h ß Fennel Foeniculum vulgare H011 Magic Michael, O. basilicum ß—All-America selection. H023 African Blue, O. kilimajarium × O. purpureum —Showy Sweet anise-like flavor. Bulbous base can be cooked as Purple bracts and small creamy white flowers. Great foliage purple flowers on vigorous, bushy plants with purplish green ç a vegetable. Leaves and seeds are used to flavor soups, in a mixed container. 12–18”h ç leaves. 36”h ß salads, sauces, cookies and fish. Hardy biennial. H012 Mammoth, O. basilicum ß—Very large ruffled leaves, espe- H024 Amethyst Improved —Darkest purple basil with thick, Í∫Ç´Â cially suitable for drying or stuffing. Familiar sweet basil fla- turned-down leaves like the classic Genovese. Compact habit, ç $1.50—2.5” pot: vor. 12–24”h full flavor. 16–20”h H051 Florence ß—24–48”h ◊ß H013 Minette, O. basilicum ß—Delicious, eye-catching basil creat- H025 Aristotle —Dense, small-leafed Greek basil with strong stems and late flowering. Tolerant of poor weather. $2.50—3.5” pot: ing perfect spheres of bright green that stay compact and uni- ß Best harvested at 6” tall. 6–12”h H052 Zefa Fino —Lovely form in the garden. Resists form all season.Perfect for edging, miniature knot gardens, or bolting. 12”h in containers. 10”h by 10”w H026 Cardinal, O. basilicum ß—Ornamental enough for your $4.00—6 plants in a pack: flower garden, but still tasty. Burgundy stems and a rich red H014 Mixed Four-Pack ß—One each of Sweet, Lemon, Spicy ß feathery bloom. Spicy fragrance. 24–30”h ç H053 Bronze —Attractive feathery smoky-bronze Globe and Thai Siam Queen. foliage has a mild flavor. Makes a great container ß H015 Napoletano, O. basilicum ß—Heirloom variety from Italy H027 Greek Columnar, O. basilicum —Wonderful columnar plant, too. Self-seeds. 36–48”h ç form of culinary basil. Slow to flower. 24–36”h by 24”w with light green crinkled leaves. 36”h H054 Fenugreek Trigonella foenum-graecum H028 Pesto Perpetuo, O. basilicum ß—Variegated leaves, green H016 Opal, O. basilicum ß—Purple leaves and anise flavor. Widely used in Middle Eastern and Indian cooking. with a creamy white edge. Does not flower. Columnar habit. 12–36”h ç Leaves used as an herb and the seeds as a spice in A great culinary basil with a slightly lemon flavor. 18–36”h ç curry. Smoky, caramel-like flavor. Annual. 24”h ÍÇ Basil planting tip: It is a good idea to vary the location H029 Puck ◊ß—Compact Genovese basil with large leaves, $1.50—2.5” pot where you plant your basil each year. Basil is susceptible specifically bred for growing in containers. 12–24” to fungal diseases that accumulate in soil over time. Rotate your crops! www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 9 Herbs Geranium, Scented Pelargonium Marjoram, Sweet Origanum Oregano continued Key Grows well in containers. Colorful flowers. Delicious A mild, sweet oregano. Used in vinegars, soups and $2.50—3.5” pot: Í Full sun fragrances. Bring indoors for winter. ͆´ dressings. Add fresh leaves to salads. Good herbal H101 Hot and Spicy ß—More strongly flavored than ∏ Part sun/part shade Í∏ $2.50—3.5” pot: bath. Excellent for bees. Tender perennial. regular oregano. Annual. 18–24”h Ó Shade H055 Lemon Fizz ß—Highly lemon-scented and $1.50—2.5” pot: H102 Jim Best ß—Ornamental semi-trailing foliage mauve and darkest pink bi-color flowers on H082 O. majorana ß—18”h ∫Ç´Â marbled with gold. Purple stems; purple-green ç Attractive foliage bracts surround the pink summer flowers. upright plants. 12–24”h $2.50—3.5” pot: ı Bird food source ß Drought tolerant once established. Best in part H056 Lady Plymouth —The scent of the crinkly H083 Zaatar ◊ß—Soft gray-green leaves, tastes like ∫ shade. 12”h by 30”w ç Butterfly-friendly green and white variegated leaves is variously a combination of sweet majoram, thyme and H103 Santa Cruz ß—Showy variety with compact hop- † Cold-sensitive: described as “rose,” “citrus,” and “eucalyptus.” oregano. Not to be confused with Za’atar the like rosy flowers and dark green foliage. May sur- keep above 40°F You’ll have to smell it for yourself. Clusters of herb blend. 4–6”h small flowers are pale pink with purple markings. vive our winters. 10”h Ç Culinary 12–24”h H084 Marshmallow Althaea officinalis ß $3.00—3.5” pot: ´ Edible flowers ß H057 Mosquito Plant —Citrus-scented. Said to repel Native to Europe, the leaves and roots of this reliable H104 Golden, Aureum—Yellow-green foliage. A strik- ˝ Ground cover mosquitos. Small pink-lavender flowers with a medicinal and edible plant have been used for cen- ing ground cover with mild flavor. May need win- ˙ Hummingbird-friendly darker eye. 24–36”h turies. Beautiful in the garden with white to light pink ter protection. 6–12”h  Medicinal $3.00—4” pot: flowers, it thrives in moderately fertile, well-drained H106 Oregano, Cuban ß ‰ Rock garden H058 Variegated ◊ß—Rounded leaves with streaks soil. Perennial. 36–72”h Í∏ ÂÇ Plectranthus amboinicus variegatus of white. 12–24” $2.50—3.5” pot Large furry leaves with a white margin; oregano-scent- ˜ Minnesota native H059 Ginger, White Hedychium coronarium Mint Mentha ed. Used in Caribbean cooking and as a substitute for å U.S. native This cousin of culinary ginger has lance-shaped leaves Aromatic garden fillers. Easily cultivated spreader. sage in dressings. Also a great foliage plant for contain- Í∏´Ç and 6–12” clusters of white, fragrant flowers, very late Good for teas and potpourris. 12” spacing. er combinations. 24”h Í∏ç $3.00—4” pot ß Saturday restock in the season, that look like butterflies. Edible roots, Ø $1.50—2.5” pot: H107 Oregano, Mexican Poliomintha ß Certified organic though tastes different from the usual culinary variety. ß ¥ Not hardy here. 36–60”h Í ∫´Ç† H085 Peppermint, M. × piperita —Refreshing tea, iced Shrub-like plant with pale green leaves and a unique Toxic to humans $4.00—5.25” pot or hot. Good in fruit salads. Easily dried for year- peppery flavor. Grows large quickly. Deer-resistant round use. Excellent for bees. Perennial. 24”h  with light pink tubular flowers, beloved of humming- H060 Gotu Kola Centella asiatica ß H086 Spearmint, M. spicata ß—Softer flavor than pep- birds. Annual. 36”h ÍÇ˙ $2.50—3.5” pot Creeping herb used as a leafy green in Asian cuisine, permint. Great for teas, meat, fish, fruit and veg- H108 Papalo ß an accompaniment to curry, in salads and to make tea. etables. Excellent for bees. Perennial. 24”h  Keep well-watered. Treat as an annual. 3–6”h Í∏ † Porophyllum ruderale subsp. macrocephalum $1.50—2.5” pot $2.50—2.5” pot: An ancient Mexican herb with piquant and ornamental H087 Grapefruit, M. aquatica citrata—Large puckered green leaves. Like a super cilantro, it has a complex fla- H061 Horseradish Armoracia rusticana leaves and the scent of grapefruit. Perennial. 18”h vor. Unlike cilantro, it retains its flavor after drying. Spicy root used as a condiment. Provide rich soil for H088 Lime, M. aquatica citrata—Bright green leaves Good in soups, salads, tacos, beans and meats. Annual. the most pungent roots. Does best planted in the with a strong lime scent and flavor. Try this in 36”h Í $1.50—2.5” pot ground; in a smaller garden you might want to contain your favorite salsa recipe or toss one in your next it by planting in a pot or tub buried in the ground. margarita. Treat as an annual. 24”h Parsley, Curly Petroselinum hortense Í∏Ç Quintessential garnish, chock full of vitamins. Perennial. 36”h $3.00—Bareroot each $2.50—3.5” pot: Promotes healthy skin. Can be chewed to freshen ß H089 Berries and Cream ß—May be perennial with H062 Hyssop, Pink breath (not just for humans; add it to your dog’s food, winter mulch. 18–24”h Hyssopus officinalis ‘Nectar Rose’ too). You can dig one up in the fall and pot it for fresh H090 Chocolate, M. × piperita ß—Bronzy foliage with a Aromatic perennial with dense spikes of pink to purple greens in the winter. Biennial. 6” spacing. 12”h chocolate scent. Perennial. 24”h flowers. Mixes well with rosemary and lavender for Í∏∫Ç H091 Corsican, M. requienii ß—Creeping fragrant fragrance and color. Slightly bitter leaves can be added ß perennial. Good in rock gardens and along paths. H109 $1.50—2.5” pot to salads. Traditionally used in cough syrups. 18–24”h Ø Tolerates light foot traffic. May survive our win- H110 $3.00—4 plants in a pack Í∏ ˜ $2.00—2.5” pot ters. 0.5”h ˝‰ H063 Jiaogulan ß◊ H092 Ginger ß—Spicy ginger-scented mint with green Gynostemma pentaphyllum leaves striped with gold. Treat as an annual. Í´Ç 18–24”h Ç Lavender Lavandula Literally “twisting-vine orchid,” it’s known as the H093 Mojito, M. × villosa ß—You could use spearmint “herb of immortality” in China. Most commonly used in your Cuban mojito, but this is the real deal. Everyone loves lavender. Tender perennial from southern Europe in herbal teas. Part of the cucumber or gourd family. The flavor is mild and warm, rather than pungent Treat as an annual. 48”h Í $2.50—3.5” pot can be wintered indoors or treated as an annual. ‘Munstead’ and sweet. Treat as an annual. 18–24”h may survive our winters, but a new variety—‘Cynthia H064 Jute, Tossa Corchorus olitorius ß◊ H094 Orange, M. aquatica citrata ß—Dark green, round Used mainly in the cuisines of southern Asia, the leaves tinged with purple. Purple flowers. Lemon Johnson’—listed on page 6 is hardy in Minnesota. Needs excel- Middle East, and North Africa, it has a slippery texture odor when crushed, and slight orange flavor. lent drainage to survive the winter. Flowers are very fragrant like okra. The seeds are also used as a flavoring. Makes good tea. Perennial. 24”h ß and dry beautifully for potpourri. Requires moist soil, humidity, and heat. Not hardy in H095 Pineapple, M. suaveolens variegata —Variegated Í leaves with a fruity scent. Perennial with winter Minnesota. 72”h $4.00—4” pot $1.50—2.5” pot: mulch. 24–36”h ç ß◊ H065 Land Seaweed Salsola komarovii H096 Spearmint, Curly, M. spicata ‘Crispa’ ß— H066 Lady, L. angustifolia ß—A fine annual variety. Smells good in the garden Shoreline plant valued in Japan also known as okahijiki Creeping, fragrant spearmint with very ruffled, and in sachets and potpourris. Good for bees. AAS winner. 8–10”h or saltwort. Crunchy, juicy leaves and stems are rich in ornamental leaves. May need winter protection. H067 Munstead in a small pot, L. angustifolia ß—English lavender. Excellent nutrients and used for salads, sushi and steamed 24”h low-growing variety for edging a path or border. A somewhat hardy foods. Similar to Salsola soda. 45 days. 6–18”h Í H097 Mint, Lemon Monarda citriodora ß lavender in our climate. 12–18”h $2.50—3.5” pot Lemon-scented leaves are delicious and often used in $2.50—3.5” pot: Lavender see box at right teas. Tiered pinkish-purple showy flowers are long H068 Blueberry Ruffles, L. stoechas ß—Gray-green foliage is the perfect back- Lavender Cotton moved to Annuals, A331 lasting in fresh bouquets and dry nicely. Inhale steam for colds. Native to Appalachia. Annual. 24–36”h Í∏ drop for the extra large purple flowers each topped with rippled bracts H078 Leek, Threecorner ◊ ÇÂå $2.50—3.5” pot rimmed in pink. Early blooming series of Spanish lavender from Australia with cute “eared” blossoms. 12–24”h Allium triquetrum H098 Mixed Herbs H069 Fern-Leaf, L. pinnata buchii ß—Beautiful feathery foliage. 36”h Rapidly spreading Mediterranean plant with attractive Sage, thyme, oregano and basil. Classic cooking com- ß white flowers. Mild onion flavor. Use entire plant raw panions. ÍØ $3.00—4 plants in a pack H070 Fred Boutin, L. × intermedia —English lavender with silvery leaves and or cooked. Perennial. 12–24”h ∏Ç∫˙´ excellent fragrance. 24–36”h $5.00—3.5” pot H099 Onion, Egyptian Walking H071 French, L. stoechas ß—Lavender of the French countryside. Upright gray Allium cepa ‘Proliferum’ H079 Lemon Balm Melissa officinalis ß foliage. 24–36”h Ç´Â A non-flowering onion that produces small clusters of Aromatic sweet herb with a strong lemon odor and fla- ß reddish, marble-sized bulbs (bulbils) at the tops of the H072 Goodwin Creek —Unusual light-gray-green foliage with a thick, vor. Small flowers in late summer. Makes a refreshing leaves. As these bulbils increase in size and weight the coarse, appealing texture. 24–36”h iced tea or seasoning in breads and desserts. Mulch for leaves bend to the ground and the bulbils take root. ß winter protection. Excellent for bees. Perennial. 24”h H073 Kew Red, L. stoechas —Red-violet blooms add a new color to the This allows the plant to “walk” around the garden. The Í∏ Ç´Â $1.50—2.5” pot Lavender species. Silver-green foliage. Very decorative for edging and tops, underground bulbs, and bulbils are all edible. containers. 18”h ß However, many people prefer to eat only the green H080 Lemon Grass Cymbopogon citratus ß tops and immature bulbils because both the bulbs and H074 Munstead in a medium pot, L. angustifolia —English lavender. Leaves and stalks are used in Asian cooking and in Excellent low-growing variety for edging a path or border. A somewhat teas. Many medicinal and culinary uses. It is frost-ten- mature bulbils can be very pungent. Perennial (and ÍÇ´ hardy lavender in our climate. 12–18”h der and should spend the winter in a sunny window. fun). 18–24”h $2.50—2.5” pot ͆Ç H075 Provence × ß Best in containers. 60”h $1.50—2.5” pot Oregano Origanum vulgare , L. intermedia —Variety from the French countryside. Light purple flowers. More moisture tolerant than other varieties. 24–36”h H081 Lovage Levisticum officinale ß Essential for Italian and Greek cooking. Leaves can be H076 Sweet, L. heterophylla ß—One of the tallest lavenders, very productive Leaves have a strong celery taste and are used to flavor used fresh or dried in tomato sauces, soups, meat, fish Í∏∫˝´Ç and fragrant. Sturdy, straight stems. 36–48”h soups, stews, casseroles, and we’ve heard of an amaz- and salads. Perennial. ing relish. Has been used as a love charm. Flowers in $1.50—2.5” pot: H077 Violet Lace, L. stoechas ß—Bushy and fragrant with deep violet flower umbels. Perennial. 36–72”h Í∏ Ç H100 Greek, O. vulgare hirtum ß—The most flavorful spikes capped with twisty rosy feathers. Blooms early. 24”h $2.50—3.5” pot oregano, according to herb aficionados. 12–36”h 10 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Herbs Key Parsley, Italian Petroselinum hortense Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis H141 Sweet Annie Artemisia annua ß Í Full sun Same as curly parsley, but with flat leaves. Í∏ $8.00—1 gal. pot: This fast-growing annual herb has a fabulous fragrance ∏ Part sun/part shade H111 ß $1.50—2.5” pot H122 Get a head start ß—Same as H115 but an older and fern-like foliage. Great for making scented wreaths Ó Shade H112 Ø $3.00—4 plants in a pack plant in a large pot. 12”h or potpourri. Reseeds heavily. Native to Ethiopia, it is the recently discovered source of a new treatment for H113 Patchouli Pogostemon heyneanus ß H123 Rue Ruta graveolens malaria. 48”h Í $1.50—2.5” pot ç Attractive foliage Attractive herb with blue-green foliage and delicate ı Tropical native of the East Indies. Used for the fra- H142 Tarragon, French ß Bird food source grance of the dried leaves. Treat as an annual. 12”h yellow flowers. Rue should never be ingested by preg- ∫ Butterfly-friendly ͆ $2.50—3.5” pot nant women. Can cause contact dermatitis in some Artemisia dracunculus † Cold-sensitive: people. Treat as an annual. 18–24”h Í∏ Â¥ Strong licorice-flavored herb. Good flavoring in vine- keep above 40°F H114 Pineapple Weed Matricaria discoidea $1.50—2.5” pot gar; popular in omelettes, chicken, and carrots. Root Ç Culinary A petalless chamomile with greenish-yellow dome- ß◊ can be potted in late fall for winter windowsill use. shaped flowers that exude a pineapple aroma when H124 Sage, Bee Salvia apiana 36”h Í †Ç $2.50—3.5” pot ´ Edible flowers crushed. Good for tea. Thrives in poor soil, footpaths Aromatic white flowers are very attractive to bees. Used ˝ ß Ground cover or roadsides. Flowers in early summer, then dies. Its as incense. Also called white sage, it can take up to three H143 Tarragon, Mexican Tagetes lucida ˙ Hummingbird-friendly seeds germinate in late summer, then the small plants years to reach mature size. A tender perennial that can Blessed with the sweetness of licorice, this dark green Í Â Medicinal over-winter to bloom the following season. 2–16”h be overwintered. 24–48”h $2.50—3.5” pot tender perennial is handsome in the garden and will Í∏ Ç´˝Â˜ not reseed in Minnesota. Can be used like French tar- ‰ Rock garden $2.00—4 plants in a pack Sage, Culinary Salvia officinalis ragon, although somewhat milder in flavor. 36”h Í Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis Used traditionally in poultry stuffing and sausage. ˜ $2.50—3.5” pot Minnesota native Enhances many meat and veggie dishes, vinegars and Wonderful in salads, egg dishes, breads and vegetable Thyme Thymus vulgaris å U.S. native dishes. Sage is used to freshen breath. Dried leaves dressings. Use for a refreshing bath or hair rinse. Bushy, cushion-forming shrublet. Small leaves and among linens discourage insects. Excellent for bees. Perennial in warmer zones; here you’ll need to winter wiry structure. Ornamental as well as culinary and ß Saturday restock it indoors. Likes poor soil, not too much water, and hot Perennial, but not reliable here. 20” spacing. Í∫Ç´˙ makes a soothing tea. Easy to grow. Very hardy. ¥ Toxic to humans sun. Suitable for bonsai. Deer usually don’t eat rose- ÍÇ Excellent for butterflies and bees. Used medicinally for mary. $1.50—2.5” pot: sore throats and coughs. Good in pots. Perennial. $1.50—2.5” pot: H125 Common ß—24”h Í∫´ÇÂ ß H115 Seed-grown —12”h $2.50—3.5” pot: $1.50—2.5” pot: $2.50—3.5” pot: H126 Berggarten ß—Broad leaves with silver accents, H144 English ß—6”h ˝ ß H116 Athens Blue Spire —Upright plants with blue ornamental. Good flavor. 18”h $2.50—3.5” pot: H127 Fruit Scented ß—Large lime green heart-shaped blooms. 18”h H145 Caraway ß—Great ground cover with a strong ß leaves smell of sweet tropical fruit. 24–36”h H117 Barbeque —Upright, long-stemmed rosemary caraway scent. 6”h H128 Icterina ß—Gold and green foliage. Compact and perfect for topiary and for making barbeque H146 Elizabeth Tabor ß—Bright green leaves. 6–8”h decorative, great for containers. 12–15”h ç skewers. Small pale blue flowers from mid to late H147 English Miniature ß—Very tiny leaves. Forms a H129 Pineapple ß—Sweet pineapple scent with red spring. Large needles. 24–48”h thick, spreading patch of medium green. 1–3”h ß flowers. Yellow-green foliage. Blooms late sum- H118 Creeping —Low growing 6”h H148 French ß—10”h ß mer or early fall. 48”h ç H119 Gorizia —Robust rosemary with equally robust H149 Gold Lemon ß—6”h H130 Purple ß—Purple-tinged leaves and bluish-pur- white-backed leaves. Large, light lavender-blue H150 Lime ß—Bright green foliage. Pink flowers, cit- ple flowers, lovely in containers. 24–36”h ç flowers in spring. Good plant for evergreen tex- rus scent. 6–12”h H131 Tricolor ß—Green, pink and white foliage. Very tural contrast in the garden. Densely packed H151 Silver Edge ß—Narrow-leaved with silver-gray attractive. 15”h ç branches of dark green needles. 48”h foliage. Compact and great for containers. 4”h H120 ß Spice Island —A pungently flavored rosemary. H132 Sage, Lavender Salvia lavandulifolia Upright habit. Good for topiaries. 24–36”h H152 Tong Ho Chrysanthemum coronarium ß Needs a dry location and winter mulch. Silver foliage H121 Tuscan Blue ß—Upright habit and slightly glossy Delicious and aromatic, the leaves are great for salad, with lavender fragrance and blue to violet-blue flowers. foliage. 36”h stir fries and soups. An old-fashioned garden plant of Syn. S. hispanorum. 12–18”h Í∏ ∫´˙ Europe, its popularity has spread throughout Asia as $2.00—2.5” pot well. Leaves are best when harvested young; cut back H133 Savory, Summer Satureja hortensis ß for a second crop. Annual. 12–24”h ∏¥ Mildly peppery leaves used green or dried for sauces, $2.00—4 plants in a pack stuffings, soups, lentils and beans. Favored in H153 Vanilla Grass Anthoxanthum odoratum A Note from Mr. Yuk Mediterranean cooking. Makes a nice tea which is use- Great for potpourri. A European bunchgrass that will ful for stomach aches. Annual. 18”h Í∏ Ç´Â We mark some plants in the catalog with a Mr. Yuk sign. These are establish readily in areas of poor fertility. The scent of $1.50—2.5” pot plants known to be toxic to humans in some way. We do this this grass made it popular as bedding straw. Widely ß because we care about your health, but the issue is complex, so H134 Savory, Winter Satureja montana naturalized in North America. Perennial and spreading. 12–24”h Í $2.50—2.5” pot please read the full-length article about this on our website. Peppery-flavored leaves used for sauces, stuffings, soups, stews, lentils and bean dishes, especially in H154 Verbena, Lemon Aloysia triphylla ß North Africa. Makes a nice tea that is useful for stom- There are, however, a few plants in the sale that are Tender perennial; can be potted and wintered inside. ach aches. Perennial. 18”h Í∏ Ç´Â particularly poisonous, capable of causing serious illness or Wonderfully fragrant lemony herb. Light green pointed $1.50—2.5” pot death to humans: leaves. Great for topiaries. 36”h Í Â´† H135 Sesame, Black ß $2.50—3.5” pot Common name Botanical name Catalog number Sesamum indicum ‘Kurogoma’ H155 Vietnamese Balm Elsholtzia ciliata Angel’s Trumpet Datura or Brugmansia A059–A061, A589–A590 Seeds used to flavor a variety of Asian foods, such as In Vietnamese cuisine, this lemony herb is called rau stir-fry or salad. In China, creates a crunchy coating for kinh gioi and is among the leafy herbs served with Castor Bean Ricinus communis A123–A125 meat and fish. In Korea, the leaves are eaten. Annual. soups and grilled meats. Pale purple flowers bloom in ∏Ç 18–36”h $2.50—3.5” pot flat spikes in fall. Spreads by both seed and rhizomes. Foxglove Digitalis P243–P249 Shiso Perilla frutescens Not winter-hardy. 24”h Í $3.00—4” pot Monkshood Aconitum P455–456 Cinnamon-scented leaves with crimped edges are used H156 Yerba Buena Clinopodium douglasii ß in Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine in sushi, spring Mat-forming, aromatic, drought-tolerant perennial It is generally a bad idea to go chewing on ANY plant that is not rolls, sauces, salads, and stir fry. Reseeding annual; with small glossy green leaves. Has a pungent spicy Í∏†Ç´ç clearly for human consumption, Mr. Yuk sticker or no. We get expert seedlings emerge in June. mint scent and flavor. 4–6”h Í∏ ˝å advice on this issue, but individuals vary and experts do not know $2.00—4 plants in a pack: $2.50—3.5” pot H136 Red, P. frutescens crispa ß—Ornamental purplish- everything. red leaves. A beautiful container accent. 24–36”h What about medicinal plants?  $4.00—6 plants in a pack: H137 Vietnamese, ‘Tia To’ ß—The taste of this green Never assume that a medicinal plant is safe or nontoxic. Many highly and purple shiso is variously described as mint- ¥ basil, curry-like, and a combination of cumin, Poems about poisonous plants or plant parts contain medicinal compounds that are extracted from them in specific ways. Several of the highly toxic cilantro and parsley with a hint of cinnamon. Try the seasons on it for yourself! Used in Asian cooking. 18–24”h plants above are also medicinal (Angel’s Trumpet, Castor Bean, ß Minnesota’s Foxglove). Friends School Plant Sale does not recommend the use of H138 Sorrel, French Rumex scutatus any plant marked as medicinal for self-medication or treatment of Early season greens with tangy lemon flavor. Long- prairie. lived perennial that can sustain frequent and severe others. cutting. Everyone should have some! Great in soup or By Gene Stark, Í Ç´Â Use Mr. Yuk as your guide, use common sense, and be careful out salad. 24”h $1.50—2.5” pot owner of Glacial there. If you want to read more, a full-length article about this can be H139 Spikenard, American Aralia racemosa Ridge Growers, found on our website: Stately white plumes followed by clusters of black berries. Roots used in rootbeer. A great landscape a long-time partner www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/poisonous-plants plant, too. Perennial subshrub. 36–60”h Í∏ Âå with the plant sale. $8.00—1 quart pot Another article by Mr. Yuk about responsible gardening can be found H140 Stevia Stevia rebaudiana ß NORTH STAR PRESS at www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/responsible-gardening Sweeter than sugar! The South American herb you’ve read about as a sugar replacement. Treat as an annual. $9.95 • www.ourbooks.myshopify.com 12”h Í∏†Ç $2.50—3.5” pot www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 11 Garden Perennials P001 Alyssum, Perennial Astilbe continued Balloon Flower continued Key Alyssum montanum ‘Luna’ $6.00—1 quart pot: $12.00—1 gal. pot: Í Full sun Forms a low, trailing mound of silvery-gray leaves, P021 Straussenfeder (Ostrich Plume), A. thunbergii— P043 Astra Double Lavender ◊—A dwarf variety ∏ Part sun/part shade bearing masses of bright-yellow flowers in mid to late Salmon pink flowers in open feathery arrange- with large semi-double lavender-blue flowers that Ó Shade spring. Clip plants lightly after blooming to maintain a ment. 36”h by 24”w form in July from balloon-like buds. 6–12”h bushy habit. Requires good drainage. Drought tolerant $6.00—4.5” pot: ç Attractive foliage once established. Evergreen. 4”h Í∫‰ Barrenwort Epimedium P022 Glow, A. × arendsii ◊ß—Old favorite with ı Bird food source $1.50—2.5” pot Good for dry shade, with wiry stems and leaves that glowing dark red buds that open to striking rose- appear to float above them. The young leaves are ∫ Butterfly-friendly ß red on long narrow plumes. Fern-like foliage is P002 Anemone, Cutleaf flushed red and then turn green in early summer. † Cold-sensitive: bronze-red turning to medium green. 30”h Anemone multifida rubra ‘Annabella Deep Pink’ Evergreen in all but the harshest winters. To keep it keep above 40°F P023 Jacqueline, A. simplicifolia ◊ß—Large, airy looking its best, this plant should be sheltered from Ç Hot pink blooms June–August over lacy foliage. pink plumes over dark green foliage. Blooms late Culinary Í∏‰¥ cold, dry winds. Í∏Ó˝ ‰ 8–12”h $1.50—2.5” pot spring to early summer. 24”h ´ Edible flowers Anemone, Fall-Blooming Anemone P024 Montgomery ß—Deep red to scarlet flowers with $5.00—3.5” pot: ˝ Ground cover dark red-bronze glossy foliage changing to green P044 Yellow, E. sulphureum—From mid to late spring, Stunning display of blooms. They prefer light shade, ˙ Hummingbird-friendly in the spring. Blooms mid-summer. Tolerates full clusters of small flowers with pale yellow sepals moist, well-drained soil and a little protection.  Medicinal Í∏‰¥ shade. ***** 20–24”h and primrose-yellow petals hover just above the foliage. 12”h ‰ Rock garden $8.00—1 quart pot: $3.00—4” pot: P025 Color Flash, A. × arendsii ◊ß—Grown for its $8.00—1 quart pot: P003 Robustissima, A. tomentosa ß—A vigorous ˜ Minnesota native leaves as much as its flowers. Leaf color changes P045 Lilafee, E. grandiflorum—Lavender-purple blooms Himalayan anemone with grape-leaf foliage and å from green to burgundy to purple to gold. Light in spring. 8”h U.S. native single, soft pink flowers. Spreads. 30”h pink flowers in spring and summer add to the P004 September Charm, A. japonica hupehensis ß— See more BARRENWORT in rare plants, page 6 ß mix. 12–18”h ç Saturday restock Light pink flowers. 24–48”h P046 Bear’s Breeches Acanthus spinosus Ø Certified organic Avens Geum P005 Anemone, Narcissus ß Very handsome dark green deeply divided leaves with ¥ Toxic to humans Anemone narcissiflora Well-drained soil is a must, as they may die out in spiny points. Soft mauve flowers. The leaves of heavy clay soils. Í∏ White 1–1.5” flowers with prominent fluffy yellow Greece’s Corinthian columns are modeled after $1.50—2.5” pot: Acanthus. Can be over-wintered indoors if you prefer; center. Will form large, multi-stemmed clumps. Í∏ Blooms May–June. 12–18”h Í∏ ∫‰¥ P026 Double Bloody Mary, G. flora plena ß—Clusters of makes a beautiful houseplant. 48”h $1.50—2.5” pot large, double burgundy red flowers in summer. $7.00—1 quart pot About those 14”h ‰ Beardtongue Penstemon stars… P006 Anemone, Snowdrop ß $2.50—2.5” pot: Hummingbird magnets. Fragrant. Í∏∫˙å Throughout, you will Anemone sylvestris P027 Koi, G. coccineum—Goldfish orange buttercup-like $1.50—2.5” pot: notice plants that are Fragrant large white flowers in spring. 12”h ∏¥ blooms are held above a mound of glossy green P047 Miniature Bells, P. × mexicali ß—Mixed shades of marked with five stars $1.50—2.5” pot foliage. Blooms May through July. 6–8”h pink, purple, and rose bloom in spires all summer (★★★★★). These plants have been awarded five P007 Angelica, Korean Angelica gigas $6.00—4.5” pot: over blue-green rosettes of lance-shaped foliage. stars by Heger, Lonnee, P028 Totally Tangerine ◊ß—Imagine having five Easy, drought tolerant, and a good cut flower. Architectural and dramatic, with huge, bold leaves and and Whitman in the times the flowers of a typical Geum, and in a tan- 15”h striking flowers produced in mid to late summer in brand-new edition of talizing tangerine color. Blooms nonstop over sev- $2.00—2.5” pot: large round clusters. Flowers and stems become a rich, Growing Perennials in Cold eral months. Attractive fuzzy foliage. 30”h ß purplish red. Seedpods are beautiful in the garden, as P048 Prairie Dusk —Ruby-lavender flowers midsum- Climates as one of the well as in the vase. Attracts bees when in bloom. P029 Baby’s Breath ß mer are carried on strong upright stems. Petals very best plants available Biennial or short-lived perennial; reseeds. 48–72”h streaked with crimson. 18”h on the market. ∏Ó Â Gypsophila paniculata ‘Snowflake Double’ $2.50—2.5” pot See also the native BEARDTONGUE, page 48 Multitude of white, airy blooms in summer. 36”h Í ◊ P008 Apache Plume Fallugia paradoxa $1.50—2.5” pot Bee Balm, Bradbury’s A glorious native of the Southwest. Anemone-like pale Baby’s Breath, Creeping Monarda bradburiana pink to white blossoms May to September, followed by Pinkish to whitish, purple-spotted flowers in dense feathery pink seedheads lasting into winter. Xeriscape Gypsophila repens heads. Each flower head rests on a whorl of showy, plant. 36–60” Í∏ å $3.00—2.5” pot Lower growing. Great for hot, sunny, well-drained soils purplish, leafy bracts in May and June. The aromatic and rock gardens. 5”h ͉ ˝ P009 Aster, Alpine gray-green leaves may be used in teas. Will not spread $1.50—2.5” pot: Aster alpinus ‘Dark Beauty’ as other bee balms do. Í∏∫Ç˙å P030 Alba—White. $1.50—3.5” pot: Very compact daisy-like flowers with 2” deep-purple P031 Rosea ß—Pink. flowers and yellow centers, blooming late spring and P049 M. bradburiana ß—12–24”h by 24”w early summer. 10–12”h by 18”w Í∏‰ Bachelor’s Buttons Centaurea montana $2.50—2.5” pot: $2.00—2.5” pot Hardy, long-blooming, and durable perennials for bor- P050 Prairie Gypsy—3” fragrant flower clusters of rasp- Aster, Bushy Aster dumosus ders, containers and cut flowers. Large delicate, finely berry pink floral tubes. 18–24”h fringed flowers. Spreads by stolons. Í∏´ Shorter, fall-blooming asters with yellow centers. Good See also the native BEE BALMS, page 48 Í∏∫ $1.50—2.5” pot: for butterflies and bees. ß P032 Mountain Bluets ß—Pale purple/blue flowers. P051 Bellflower, Carpathian $2.00—2.5” pot: 12–24”h by 12”w Campanula carpatica ‘Blue Clips’ P010 Alert ß—Double crimson red blooms. ***** Excellent edging plant. Dainty flowers with long 10–12”h $2.00—2.5” pot: blooming season. ***** 8”h Í∏˝ ‰ P011 Professor Anton Kippenburg—Lavender-purple P033 Purple Heart—Bi-colored blooms with delicate $1.50—2.5” pot blooms. ***** 10–14”h white petals and a purple center. 28–32”h P052 Bellflower, Dalmatian P012 Wood’s Blue—Pastel lavender-blue blooms for $6.00—4.5” pot: four to six weeks in late summer and fall. ***** P034 Amethyst in Snow ß—Bi-color blooms that are Campanula portenschlagiana ‘Resholt Variety’ 8–12”h snow white with royal purple centers, over Robust, mound-forming plant from the mountains of P013 Wood’s Purple ß—A medium-orchid color, mounds of silver-green foliage. Flowers May–June Croatia with upward facing star flowers. Although it blooming for four to six weeks in late summer with some rebloom in fall. 14”h likes to send runners out around the garden, it is worth and fall. ***** 8–12”h P035 Black Sprite ◊ß—Striking purple-black spi- growing and giving it room to roam, just for its vivid blue flowers. ***** 8–10”h ͉ $2.50—2.5” pot See also the NATIVE ASTERS, page 48 dery starbursts contrast dramatically with gray- green, silvery leaves. Feathery flowers will P053 Bellflower, Japanese P014 Aster, Stokes’ rebloom in late summer if you shear them. 14”h ◊ Campanula punctata ‘Cherry Bells’ Stokesia ‘Klaus Jelitto’ $12.00—4.5” pot: Long red bells with white tips, strong upright habit. Fluffy fringed 3–4” blue-violet daisies bloom summer P036 Gold Bullion—Vivid blue spiky flowers over Vigorous and spreading. 24–30”h Í∏ $3.00—4” pot until frost. Relaxed habit. Easy to grow in well-drained bright, clean chartreuse foliage. Lovely contrast. soil, with a long blooming period in summer. Mulch 12–15”h P054 Bellflower, Peachleaf ß for winter. 18”h Í∏∫ $4.00—1 quart pot Campanula persicifolia Balloon Flower Platycodon grandiflorus ‘Persian Blue’ Large bell-shaped blue flowers on tall stems May to Astilbe Astilbe A useful, hardy plant named for its large, inflated-look- June. Mounding foliage. Durable. 36”h Í∏¥ Grown for striking plume-like panicles of tiny flowers. ing buds, which open into starry, bell-shaped flowers. $1.50—2.5” pot Grow in a border or woodland. Í∏Ó Easy to grow. Í∏‰ $1.50—2.5” pot: $1.50—2.5” pot: P055 Bellflower, Serbian ß P015 Astary Mix, A. × arendsii ß—Fluffy rose or white P037 Fuji Blue ß—Beautiful with white lilies. 24”h Campanula poscharskyana plumes in late spring and early summer. 12”h P038 Fuji Pink ß—24”h Light lavender-blue, star-shaped flowers on trailing ß P016 Astary Rose, A. × arendsii —Dark pink. 12”h P039 Sentimental Blue ß—Dwarf version, quick to plants. Blooms summer. Drought resistant. Spreads by ß P017 Taquetti, A. chinensis taquetti —Lilac shades on flower. ***** 6”h underground runners. 4–8”h Í∏Ó ˝ ‰ narrow, dense plumes. Good cut flower, blooms $2.00—2.5” pot: $1.50—2.5” pot late summer. Tolerates dry conditions. 36”h P040 Fairy Snow ß—White blooms with blue veining See also the native BELLFLOWER, page 48 $3.00—3.5” pot: all summer long on dwarf plants. Emerges late so ß P018 Bridal Veil, A. × arendsii ß—White. ***** 36”h mark its location. 10”h P056 Betony, Big Stachys grandiflora P019 Fanal Red, A. × arendsii ß—Deep red blooms P041 Hakone Double Blue ß—Fully double bright Native to central Asia, fabulous landscape plant has July/August. Bronze foliage. ***** 36”h blue-violet blooms. 24”h wonderful wrinkled, hairy foliage in a lush mound and Fall-Blooming $3.00—4” pot: $2.50—2.5” pot: erect, densely packed spikes of purple-rose flowers. Wonderful cut flower and loved by bees. 48–72”h Í∏ Anemone P020 Deutschland, A. japonica ß—White. 18–24”h P042 Shell Pink—Very light pink. 24”h ¥ $1.50—2.5” pot 12 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Garden Perennials Visa, MasterCard & Discover Key P057 Birdsfoot Trefoil, Double Bleeding Heart, Fringed Dicentra Brunnera continued Í Full sun Lotus corniculatus ‘Plenus’ Prefers light soil. At home around rocks or ledges. $9.00—2.5” pot: ∏ Part sun/part shade Yes, it is related to the common weed, but this variety Dislikes hot, dry locations. Spreads slowly to form a P086 King’s Ransom ◊—Silver-green leaves etched ∏¥ Ó Shade will not self-seed. Double yellow flowers, orange in solid colony. Will naturalize in woodland areas. with darker green veining and a wide cream bor- bud. Will form mats where planted. Tolerates foot traf- $4.00 each—in Bulbs & Bareroots: der that matures to creamy white. Quite heat-tol- ͉¥ ç Attractive foliage fic. 4–10”h $2.50—2.5” pot P072 Aurora, D. formosa—Gray-green fern-like foliage erant. Deer resistant. 12”h ı Bird food source Bitter Root Lewisia with white flowers. Blooms heavily in spring and $12.00—1 gal. pot: then periodically throughout the summer. Good ß ∫ Butterfly-friendly Rockgarden succulents. ͉ P087 Hadspen Cream —Pale green leaves with rich cut flower. 12–15”h cream-colored margins. Blue flowers. 15”h † Cold-sensitive: $2.50—2.5” pot: $5.00 each—in Bulbs & Bareroots: keep above 40°F P058 Little Plum, L. × longipetala—Large intense rose- Bugleweed Ajuga reptans P073 Luxuriant Red, D. eximia × formosa—Racemes of Ç Culinary purple flowers with a touch of orange at first on red flowers from midspring to midsummer. Excellent shade-loving ground cover. Blue flowers in ´ short upright stems. Lance-like leaves in strong Edible flowers Spreading. ***** 12”h by 18”w late spring and early summer. Large areas can actually ˝ Ground cover rosettes. Blooms May–June, reblooming in be mowed (or cut with a string trimmer to refresh the ˙ September. Easy to grow. 4”h Bleeding Heart, Old-Fashioned foliage). Tolerant of poor soils but does prefer mois- Hummingbird-friendly ∏Óç˝å $4.00—3.5” pot: Dicentra spectabilis ture.  Medicinal P059 Siskiyou, L. cotyledon—Alpine that prefers partial Each spring, long arching sprays are loaded with $4.00—1 quart pot: ‰ Rock garden shade and good drainage. Compact mix of pink to dozens of heart-shaped flowers with drooping inner P088 Black Scallop ß—Large scalloped purple-black white flowers with spoon-shaped dark green petals. Prefers compost-rich soil and part shade. ∏Ó¥ leaves show off rich blue flower spikes. Darkest ˜ Minnesota native leaves. Blooms throughout summer. 12”h $2.50 each—in Bulbs & Bareroots: in more sun, it’s a great addition to a black- å U.S. native themed garden or combined with silver or char- Black-Eyed Susan Rudbeckia P074 Pink—The classic Grandma used to grow. Root grows a blooming size plant this spring; watch treuse foliage. 3–6”h by 36”w ß Blooms summer and fall. Drought-tolerant and easy. Saturday restock eager sprouts push up through the soil. ***** $4.00—4 plants in a pack: Ø Í∏∫å¥ Certified organic 24”h P089 Bronze ß—4–8”h ¥ Toxic to humans $1.50—2.5” pot: P075 White, D. spectabilis alba—Exquisite white blos- P090 Burgundy Glow ß—Variegated foliage of bur- ß P060 Goldsturm, R. fulgida —Deep yellow flowers soms. ***** 24”h gundy, cream and green. 4–8”h with soot-black cone. Performs well. Spreads. ß $10.00—4.5” pot: P091 Mahogany —Lush, almost black-burgundy ***** 24”h P076 Valentine ß—Cherry-red hearts suspended from leaves. 4–8”h $7.00—1 quart pot: About those arching burgundy stems. Ferny foliage matures P092 Bugloss ß P061 Herbstsonne (Autumn Sun)—Bright yellow 5” from plum to gray-green. 24–30”h stars… single flowers in fall. Spectacularly tall back of Anchusa azurea ‘Dropmore Blue’ $14.00—1 gal. pot: Throughout, you will the border plant that does not require staking. Smothered in gentian-blue forget-me-not blooms in P077 Gold Heart—Peach-colored stems with metallic notice plants that are Requires good moisture. 96”h mid to late summer. Looks great with any chartreuse gold leaves and rich pink flowers. Dormant in marked with five stars foliage. Excellent for back of border. Easy to grow in See also the native BLACK-EYED SUSAN, page 48 summer. ***** 24–36”h (★★★★★). These plants well-drained or sandy soil and tolerates some shade. have been awarded five P062 Blackberry Lily ß Bleeding Heart, Yellow Pseudofumaria Short-lived perennial, best treated as a reseeding bien- nial. (Pronounced “byou-gloss”; think “bugle.”) stars by Heger, Lonnee, Belamcanda chinensis Interesting additions to the shade garden. Both sport 48–60”h Í∏ $1.50—2.5” pot and Whitman in the Sword-shaped leaves and speckled orange flowers on lovely flowers and ferny foliage, looking good in the brand-new edition of 36” stems in August. When each bloom is done, it garden all season. Blooms until frost. Short-lived P093 Burnet, Menzies’ Sanguisorba menziesii Growing Perennials in Cold twists itself into a cute little spiral (if only daylilies perennials, but tend to self-seed nicely. Lovely along Vivid dark red finger-length catkin blooms and refined, Climates as one of the Í∏‰ would do that!). Clusters of shiny seeds look like rock walls and paths. Syn. Corydalis. feathery blue-gray foliage. 32”h Í $1.50—2.5” pot very best plants available Í∏ ¥ blackberries. May self-seed. 36”h $2.50—2.5” pot: on the market. $1.50—2.5” pot P094 Bush Clover, Weeping P078 White with yellow spots, P. a l b a —White flowers Lespedeza thunbergii ‘Gibraltar’ Blanket Flower Gaillardia with yellow spots. Long flowering period. Spectacular, semi-woody bush with arching branches Compact, bunching plants. Ideal for bedding. Grows Tolerates drier conditions. 12–15”h of fine leaves loaded with stunning deep lavender, and blooms regardless of heat and drought. Requires $3.00—4” pot: orchid-like flowers in late summer. Great for cascading good drainage. Íå P079 Yellow, P. l u t e a ß—Charming tubular flowers like over a wall or mixed into a perennial border. Easy and tiny, yellow fish darting around the blue-green, $1.50—2.5” pot: super-cool. 72”h Í $9.00—1 quart pot delicate foliage. Blooms all season. 12”h P063 Arizona Sun, G. × grandiflora ß—Sun-loving, P095 Buttercup, Groundcover mounding plants with 3” bi-color blooms in brick Bluestar Amsonia and gold. 2005 AAS Winner. 8–10”h Ranunculus repens ‘Buttered Popcorn’ Distinctive blue blooms in early summer. Foliage turns P064 Burgundy, G. × grandiflora ß—Wine-red flowers, Yellow flowers in spring with golden variegations on golden in fall. Clump forming. Í∏ ∫å¥ best in full sun. Daisy-like blooms all summer, deeply lobed leaves. Likes moist soil (wet feet) up to tolerates poor and dry soils and extreme heat. $1.50—2.5” pot: 1” of water, but fine in drier soil, too. Nice in contain- Excellent for butterflies and bees. 24–30”h ∫ P080 Eastern Bluestar, A. tabernaemontana—Steel-blue ers. Spreads aggressively by runners to fill an area fair- flowers in June. Willow-like foliage. Prune to $8.00—4.5” pot: ly quickly. Great underlayment for more upright plants. shape after blooming. 24–48”h Í∏ç˝¥ P065 Frenzy, Commotion series—Burgundy-red with 4–6”h $5.00—3.5” pot yellow tips. Blooms from early summer on a tidy $2.50—2.5” pot: P096 Butterfly Bush P081 Threadleaf Bluestar, A. hubrichtii—Scores of light mound of dark green foliage. Cut back plants or Buddleia alternifolia ‘A rg e n t e a ’ remove spent flowers to encourage blooming until blue, star-shaped flowers for almost a month in Blue-gray leaves with silver undersides. Long arching frost. Wants good drainage. 18–24”h by 24”w early spring. But the real show comes in fall when stems of lilac flowers in June. Powerful butterfly attrac- P066 Moxie, Commotion series ß—Bright yellow, flut- the thread-like foliage turns an electrifying gold- tant. Good tall color for back of the border. 48–72”h Í ed petals create a frilly ruff around a brilliant en yellow. Drought and deer tolerant. 2011 ∫¥ $7.00—1 quart pot orange center. Blooms from early summer on a Perennial Plant of the Year. 36”h tidy mound of dark green foliage. Cut back plants Bowman’s Root Gillenia trifoliata Camas Camassia or remove spent flowers to encourage blooming U.S. natives, also known as wild hyacinth. Í∏å∫˙ until frost. Wants good drainage. 20”h by 24”w One-inch star-shaped flowers float over wiry stems. An ethereal effect in the garden. Good cut flowers; moist $1.50—3.5” pot: Blazing Star Liatris spicata soil. Does not like being transplanted. Syn. P097 Atlantic Camas, C. scilloides ß—Clusters of lightly Long flowers spikes. Seeds eaten by birds. Best in Porteranthus. ∏Ó fragrant pale blue flowers on a leafless two-foot groups. Drought tolerant, but loves water, too. $2.50—2.5” pot: stalk above a low rosette of floppy 6–12” basal Í∏∫¥å P082 G. trifoliata—White flowers with wine-colored leaves. Blooms mid to late spring. 24”h $3.00 for 10—in Bulbs & Bareroots: petioles and stems. Blooms early to mid-summer. $4.00—1 quart pot: P067 Purple—8–10 cm bulbs. 24–36”h Red fall color. 24–36”h Âå P098 Large Camas, C. leichtlinii ◊—Imagine giant $3.00 for 4—in Bulbs & Bareroots: $10.00—4.5” pot: hyacinth blossoms in gorgeous shades of blue, purple, cream or white. Good cut flower. P068 Kobold—Violet blooms. Larger bulbs will produce P083 Pink Profusion—Clear pink flowers appear daintily Tolerates almost any soil and easy to establish, many more stems than smaller bulbs. Plants are above reddish lance-shaped leaves and shimmer in though it prefers moist, humus-rich soil. Very more compact. 10–12 cm bulbs. ***** 18–24”h a light breeze. Blooms summer to fall. 24”h nice underplanted with forget-me-nots. 36–48”h $3.00 for 7—in Bulbs & Bareroots: Brunnera, Heartleaf Brunnera macrophylla P099 Campion, Moss Silene schafta ß P069 Floristan White—8–10 cm bulbs. 24–36”h Heart-shaped felted foliage with clusters of small true blue flowers like forget-me-nots in spring. ∏Ó Clusters of tubular, deep magenta flowers with P070 Blazing Star, Earl’s Liatris squarrosa notched petals bloom July-September over moss-like Shiny, leathery foliage with an abundance of flowers $6.00—1 quart pot: ß clumps of lance-shaped leaves. This delicate-looking per spike, June-September. Long blooming and mois- P084 Green leaves —12–18”h plant is easy to grow in well-drained soil or rock gar- ture tolerant. 18–24”h by 8”w Í∏ ∫˙å $9.00—2.5” pot: dens. 6–10”h ͉ $1.50—2.5” pot $2.50—2.5” pot P085 Jack Frost ◊—Delicate sprays of vivid blue Campion, Sea Silene uniflora See also native BLAZING STAR, page 48 flowers cluster above shimmering silver-veined foliage that glows in the darkest corner of your Cushion of fragrant, puffy white flowers in early sum- P071 Bleeding Heart, Everblooming ͉ Blackberry garden. Rugged and deer resistant. The Perennial mer. Well-drained soil. ß Lily Dicentra ‘King of Hearts’ Plant Association’s 2012 Perennial Plant of the $2.00—2.5” pot: Outstanding rosy pink flowers. Best in humus-rich Year. 12–15”h P100 Compacta—Gray-green foliage. 6–12”h soils. Lovely, fine-cut foliage all summer. Compact P101 Druett’s Variegated—Blue-green leaves edged in habit stays neat all season. Cross between the Japanese creamy-white. 2–6”h by 12”w D. peregrina and an American species. 9–18”h ∏Ó‰¥ $9.00—1 gal. pot www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 13 Garden Perennials

P102 Candy Lily Pardancanda × norrisii ß Columbine Aquilegia Coral Bells continued A mix of oranges, yellows, pinks, and purples, blooming Graceful, complex flowers with a structure like origami. $1.50—2.5” pot: July–September Outstanding intergeneric cross of the vesper iris Beautiful garden performers in a range of colors. Airy foliage. P145 Dale’s Strain, H. americana ß—Marbled leaf with cream and blackberry lily. 24–36”h Í $1.50—2.5” pot Í∏∫˙ flowers. 16”h ß P103 Canterbury Bells ß $1.50—2.5” pot: P146 Firefly, H. sanguineum —Vermillion red blooms. 24”h ß P147 Palace Purple ß—Mahogany leaves, white flowers. Campanula medium ‘Cup & Saucer Mix’ P118 Alpine Blue, A. alpina —Low-growing with large, deep blue flowers midsummer. From central Europe. 18”h Tolerates shade. 10”h Large showy blooms of pink, blue, purple and white. A classic P119 Biedermeier Mix, A. × hybrida ß—Semi-dwarf, bushy clas- $1.50—3.5” pot: cottage garden plant, this biennial bellflower forms a rosette of sic columbine in bright colors. ***** 12”h ß deep green foliage the first year, and in the second year sends up P148 Melting Fire, H. micrantha —Strong curled foliage with P120 Black Barlow, A. vulgaris plena ß—Fully double, spurless, multiple stems with 3” cup-shaped blooms. Native to southern intense purple-red color on mature leaves. The young purple black flowers above fern-like mid-green leaves. 28”h Europe. 36–48”h Í∏ $1.50—2.5” pot leaves on a full grown plant are bright blood red, creating P121 Blue Star, A. caerulea ß—Large blue flowers with long an exciting “hot” center in each plant. Clusters of very P104 Cat’s Claw Mimosa nuttallii ◊ spurs. U.S. native. 24”h å small white flowers on spikes in May-June. 15”h P122 Nana Alba, A. flabellata ß—Pure white flowers. ***** 8”h Like bright pink 4th of July sparklers on 48” trailing prickly $2.00—2.5” pot: P123 Nora Barlow, A. vulgaris plena ß—Double pom-pom, spur- stems with sensitive leaves that fold when touched. Dry to aver- P149 Regina ß—Silvered burgundy-bronze leaves, light pink less flowers in pale green and pink. 24–30”h age soil. Syn. Schrankia nuttallii 24”h Í $1.50—2.5” pot flowers. 36”h P124 Songbird Goldfinch ß—Lemon yellow. ***** 30”h Catmint Nepeta P125 Songbird Mix ß—***** 24–30”h $3.00—4” pot: ß Gray-green foliage on tough, unfussy plants. Í∏ $2.00—2.5” pot: P150 Bing Cherry, H. americana —Pure red leaves. A North Star introduction. 12”h $2.00—2.5” pot: P126 Music Red and Gold ß—Lots of large red and gold long P151 Plum Pudding, H. americana ß—Plum-colored foliage is spurred flowers. Rich colors. Blooms all spring and early P105 Little Titch, N. racemosa—Dense-packed leaves form a low- outstanding. Holds its color well, even in full shade. White growing mat. Small heads of rich blue flowers bloom all summer. ***** 18”h ˝‰ flowers are striking on the dark plum stems. ***** 22”h summer long. 7–10”h $3.00—3.5” pot: P152 ß ß Snow Angel, H. sanguineum —Light green foliage with P106 Walker’s Low, N. × faassenii —Blue blossoms . One of the P127 Clementine Blue, A. vulgaris ß—Double blues. Blue-green light cream marbling. Pink flowers. 10–15”h U of M’s Tough and Terrific perennials. 2007 PPA Plant of foliage is attractive all season. Excellent as cut flowers. $8.00—4.5” pot: the Year. ***** 24–30”h 18–24”h P153 Miracle ß—Young foliage is chartreuse with a heavy smat- $3.00—4” pot: P128 Clementine Red, A. vulgaris ß—Upward-facing double tering of reddish purple in the center. Later, leaves turn a ß spurless fuchsia-red flowers. Blue-green foliage is attractive P107 Blue Wonder, N. mussinii —Spectacular groundcover dramatic brick red with a bright chartreuse-gold edge. ˝ all season. Excellent as cut flowers. 18–24”h form. 6” blue flower spikes. 12–14”h Silvered undersides and pink flowers a bonus. Heat toler- P108 Catmint, Siberian $6.00—4.5” pot: ant. 4–9”h P129 Clementine Salmon Rose, A. vulgaris—Spectacular double ◊ß Nepeta sibirica ‘Souvenir d’Andre Chaudron’ P154 Stainless Steel —Tough as steel, too. New leaves in blossoms, aging from rosy salmon to lavender. Blue-green April are an amazing metallic platinum with subtle maroon Upright habit with larger, medium blue flowers. Very hardy. foliage is attractive all season. Excellent as cut flowers. veins that become more prominent. Mature 3–4” leaves are Spreading. One of the U of M’s Tough and Terrific perennials. 12–24”h more silver in sun, more flushed with pink-purple in shade, ***** 24–48”h Í∏ $6.00—4.5” pot P130 Columbine, Dwarf Aquilegia ecalarata but generally look silver over pale green. Undersides are P109 Chameleon Plant eggplant purple. In early summer creamy white bells bloom Adorable columbine blooms in dark purple; dainty, airy foliage. Houttuynia cordata ‘Chameleon’ from pink buds on 18” wiry burgundy stems. 18”h by Small enough for troughs. Also known as Semiaquilegia. 15”h 20–24”w Red, bronze, cream, yellow and green foliage is fun to design Í∏∫˙‰ $6.00—4.5” pot with. Spreads by rhizomes. We recommend planting in a $8.00—4” pot: See also the wild COLUMBINE, page 49 container. 6–12”h by 24–36”w Í∏ $2.00—2.5” pot P155 Caramel, H. villosa ß—Robust and vigorous. Cream col- ored flowers over peach colored leaves. ***** 10–15”h P110 Chinese Lanterns Physalis franchetti ß Coneflower Echinacea Large reflexed, daisy-like flowers summer to fall. Tolerates hot, $10.00—1 quart pot: Grown for the decorative orange husks around the small fruit in dry conditions. Dependable and showy for border and for natu- P156 Lime Rickey ß—In spring, the foliage emerges a glowing fall. Lasts almost forever in dried arrangements. May spread ralizing. Good cut flower. Excellent for finches. Í∏∫´˙å chartreuse that settles down to a ruffled, frosted lime aggressively. 24–30”h Í∏ ¥ $1.50—2.5” pot green. Small, pure-white flowers also appear in spring on $1.50—2.5” pot: 17” scapes. Contrasts wonderfully with dark foliage. 8”h P111 Chocolate Flower Berlandiera lyrata P131 Baby White ß—Dainty plants with large blooms. Dwarf Clumps of deeply lobed foliage bear soft yellow daisies fragrant form of White Swan. 12”h $10.00—4.5” pot: of sweet chocolate. Maturing seed capsules turn into “green P132 Magnus ß—Rosy-purple petals. Good cut flower. 36”h P157 Fire Chief ◊ß—Bright wine-red foliage all season long. eyes.” Heat-lover that prefers dry soil. Best with minimal water P133 Primadonna Deep Rose ß—Dense clumps with large flow- Pink and white flowers on 18” dark red stems. Some once established. Winter mulch. 12”h by 18”w ͉å ers. 34”h rebloom. 9”h by 12–15”w $3.00—2.5” pot P134 Purple Coneflower E. purpurea ß—Large pink blooms. P158 Obsidian—Black, shiny leaves set off light colors in the gar- den. ***** 10–12”h P112 Clematis, Bush Clematis integrifolia 24–36”h P135 Ruby Star ß—Intense carmine red. 36”h $12.00—4.5” pot: Nodding blue blooms with four slightly twisted petals and cream ß P136 White Swan —Large creamy white blooms with a cop- P159 Georgia Peach, H. villosa—Huge peachy orange leaves with colored anthers, followed by silvery brown seed heads. A small- pery cone. 18–24”h a white overlay turn rose purple in fall. Creamy white flow- er, non-climbing clematis that likes to grow through low shrub- ers. 12–16”h bery or be supported by tomato cages. Mid-season bloom. ***** $10.00—1 quart pot: 24–36”h Í∏¥ $1.50—2.5” pot P137 Big Sky After Midnight—Dwarf with deep magenta-purple Coreopsis Coreopsis flowers with a black-red cone on black stems. 12”h Íå∫ P113 Clematis, Vanilla-Scented Clematis recta P138 Big Sky Sundown—Orange and fragrant! Needs winter pro- Daisy-like flowers in summer. Finely cut foliage. With an explosion of white star-like blossoms and a wonderful tection. 36”h $1.50—2.5” pot: vanilla aroma, this energetic plant is covered with flowers in P139 Big Sky Twilight—Vibrant rose-red flowers with an unusual P160 Early Sunrise, C. grandiflora ß—Double flowers through June and July. Beautiful foliage, too. Grown from seed saved deep red cone. 24–30”h summer. ***** 24”h from an historic St. Anthony Park garden, given to us by Mary $10.00—4.5” pot: $3.00—3.5” pot: Í¥ Maguire Lerman. 72”h by 72”w $1.50—2.5” pot P140 Big Sky Solar Flare ◊ß—Flashy newcomer, like a fire- P161 Sunfire, C. grandiflora—Single flowers have golden yellow See also CLEMATIS in climbing plants, page 30 works display of 5–6” coral-to-red petals and chocolate petals with a contrasting burgundy base. Forms an attrac- and FREMONT’S LEATHER FLOWER in rare plants, page 6 brown cones on dark stems. Stocky plants. 24”h tive mound. ***** 20”h ß P141 Hot Papaya —Fragrant blooms put on a real show in $6.00—1 quart pot: P114 Clover, Red Feather Trifolium rubens ß mid-June: each starts out as a pale orange single and P162 Moonbeam, C. verticillata—Sparkling creamy-yellow flowers becomes a 3” spicy red-orange double flower with a papaya Large silvery buds open to bright crimson candles. Silvery, hairy float on lacy foliage. Blooms July to fall. 15–18”h orange and hot pink halo in its pom-pom center. Like a leaves on this Eurasian native. A magnet for butterflies and P163 Zagreb, C. verticillata—Clear yellow flowers on bushy, slow- Í∏ ∫˙ tribble in a tutu! 24–36”h hummingbirds in July and August. 12–24”h ly spreading plants. Dependable and easy; the hardiest $2.00—2.5” pot $12.00—4.5” pot: coreopsis. It has five stars for a reason! ***** 15”h P142 Tiki Torch ß—Darkest orange 4.5” coneflower with promi- P115 Cohosh, Black Actaea racemosa See also the native and annual COREOPSIS, pages 34 and 49 nent, rounded centers. Spicy fragrance lasts for weeks. Rosettes of green swirling foliage support tall candelabra branch- Beautiful planted with purple salvia. 36”h ◊ ing stems with pearl-like white buds that open to delicate flow- P164 Cranesbill, Alpine ers, attracting bees like crazy in late afternoon. Midwestern $18.00—1 gal. pot: Geranium cinereum ‘Splendens’ native. Syn. Cimicifuga. ***** 60–84”h Í∏Ó Âå¥ P143 Pink Poodle E. purpurea—At first glance, you might think Magenta flowers with a black center pop against a low mat of $7.00—1 quart pot this is a fabulous zinnia or dahlia, but it’s a fully double, gray-green leaves. Drought tolerant, rabbit resistant, and can bright pink puffy coneflower. Flowering can continue from take light foot traffic. 6”h Í∏ ˝ ‰ $6.00—1 quart pot Cohosh, Japanese Actaea simplex late spring through to frost. Good fresh cut or dried flower. Fragrant bottlebrush spires. Good for back of border. Late sum- 24”h Cranesbill, Big-Foot Í∏ç ¥ Geranium macrorrhizum mer bloom. Syn. Cimicifuga ramosa. 40”h See also the native CONEFLOWERS, page 49 $12.00—4.5” pot: Ground cover with spring flowers. Spreads by rhizomes. Í∏Ó˝ P116 Brunette—Deep bronze to black foliage, pink blooms. Coral Bells Heuchera Fragrant. Shorter in sunnier locations. Later bloom time. Leaves form low dense mounds. Arching sprays of fragrant flow- $3.00—3.5” pot: P117 James Compton—Creamy white bottlebrush racemes with ers held well above foliage, late spring into summer. Mainly P165 Bevan’s Variety ß—Deep magenta 1” flowers. Foliage tint- shiny purple foliage. Fall bloom time. grown for the dramatic foliage. Red-flowered varieties are good ed red and bronze in fall. ***** 9–12”h by 18–24”w Í∏ç˝˙‰å for hummingbirds. P166 Walter Ingwersen ß—Glossy, broad, five-lobed light green Bring your own $1.50—2.5” pot: leaves. Soft pink flowers. One of the U of M’s Tough and P144 Bressingham Mix, H. sanguineum ß—Green leaves, pink or Terrific perennials. ***** 12–15”h wagon… red flowers. The airy spikes and full foliage make this plant you’ll be a great accent. Tolerates shade. 12”h glad you did! 14 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com

Daylily Definitions Spider: Long, narrow petals Tetraploid: Larger blooms on husky plants Garden Perennials Extended: Blooms into evening Reblooms: Blooms again after initial flush Early: Mid-season: Late: Daylilies Hemerocallis Í∏´Ç Late June/early July Late July Mid to late August ◊ All of the Daylily Hemerocallis P192 Mauna Loa—Fragrant 5” gold tangerine blend P201 White Formal —Classic 6” flowers of palest Garden favorites; each bloom lasts one day. Very easy with crimped red wire edges, some rosy blush yellow with a green throat. 30”h daylilies listed to grow and prolific. Vigorous but not invasive. Í∏ and a light green throat. Early to mid-season. P202 White Orchid ◊—Light cream, almost white 18–24”h flowers. Late season bloomer. 30”h P183 Autumn Red ß—Bright red. 28”h as bareroot P193 Moonlit Masquerade—Early to midseason $3.00—3.5” pot P203 Wild Ruffles—Striking wide frilly petals. Light can be found bloom. 5.5” flowers, creamy white with a dark honey tinted with pink blends. Mid to late sea- $3.00 each—in Bulbs & Bareroots: purple eye and a picotee edge. Tetraploid. ***** son. 30”h 26”h on the shelves P184 Catherine Woodbury—Orchid-pink, fragrant P204 Yasim—Pale melon flowers with a slight fra- flowers July to August. 18–36”h P194 Night Beacon—Dark black-purple flowers with grance. Blooms early midseason, reblooming. just west of chartreuse centers. Blooms early midseason. P185 Kindly Light 24–36”h —Midseason yellow-green spider. Reblooms. 24–36”h the Perennial 24–36”h P195 Pink Peppermint—Double shell-pink petals. $5.00 each—in Bulbs & Bareroots: P186 Little Women—4” ruffled pale cream-pink trum- section. Late mid-season. 32”h P205 Farnsworth Spider ◊—Gold spider with a pet with cherry eye zone and green throat. Early; bold, sharp star pattern as its purple-burgundy reblooms. 24–36”h P196 Purple d’Oro—This miniature day lily has small reddish-purple flowers with ruffled edges and yel- eye zone. An energetic and valuable addition to P187 Mary Reed —Beautiful purple bi-tone with white lowish throats. Repeat blooms, typically from the garden. Engaging, bright, and an early mid-ribs and yellowish-green throat. Extended May through autumn. 24”h bloomer, like its namesake. 30–36”h mid-summer blooms. 12–24”h P197 Ruby Stella—Re-blooming dwarf with 3” slight- P206 Kobie Hager—Apricot-orange, midseason P188 Prairie Queen ◊ —Soft pink, with ruffled ly fragrant, intense scarlet or wine-red flowers. bloomer. Minnesota-bred. 34”h edges. Early. 34”h Late June bloom and then throughout the sum- P207 Rocket City ◊—Halo of bittersweet orange $4.00 each—in Bulbs & Bareroots: mer. 18”h on a 6” golden orange flower with orange eye. P198 Salieri—Tetraploid with 5.5” almost-black blos- Throat and midribs are lighter orange-yellow, and P189 Bitsy—Cute, short. Early bloomer and rebloomer. soms in mid-season. 26”h the crimped edges lighter still. The many shades Yellow. ***** 16”h of orange make it seem to glow. Blooms last all P199 See Here ◊—Large pale orchid-pink blooms P190 Forsyth Yuletide ◊—Deep red blooms with day. Robust and cheerful: a time-tested, flower- with green throat. Midseason. 18–24”h bright green throat. Midseason bloomer and power daylily from 1967. Early mid-season. 36”h rebloomer. 31”h P200 Strawberry Candy—Strawberry pink blend with rose-red eye-zone and edge, and a golden green P191 Marianne Russell—Pink blooms with darker $6.00 each—in Bulbs & Bareroots: throat. 4.25” blooms. Early to mid-season yellow-green throat. Early season. 28”h P208 Bela Lugosi—Large, 6” very dark deep purple rebloomer. Tetraploid. ***** 26”h with a bright lime green throat. Strong tetraploid with sturdy stem. Award-winner with sunfast col- See also the TALL DAYLILY in Rare Plants, page 6 or, blooms midseason. ***** 33”h

Key Cranesbill, Bloody Geranium sanguineum P177 Daisy, Fleabane Erigeron aurantiacus ß Delphinium continued Í Full sun Cup-shaped flowers. Foliage turns vivid blood-red in Mat-forming orange daisies from Turkestan. Nearly $6.00—4.5” pot: Í∏ ∏ Part sun/part shade fall. Heat and drought tolerant. double 2” blooms with large yellow centers and short, P217 Royal Aspirations ß—Sturdy spire of deep sap- Ó $1.50—2.5” pot: fringe-like burnt-orange petals May–June. 12–18”h phire to navy blue semi-double blossoms with Shade Í¥‰ P167 Dwarf, G. sanguineum nanum ß—Pink to reddish $1.50—2.5” pot contrasting white “bees.” Tolerates our summer heat and humidity so you can get that English ç Attractive foliage purple blooms. ***** 12”h Daisy, Shasta Leucanthemum superbum cottage garden look. Prune after its main June ı $3.00—4” pot: Í Bird food source Classic cut flowers. May need winter protection. bloom for rebloom in September. Fertilize regu- P168 New Hampshire Purple ß—Red-purple flowers, ∫ Butterfly-friendly $1.50—2.5” pot: larly. 40–70”h long blooming season. ***** 12–18”h † Cold-sensitive: P178 Alaska, ß—Single, white with yellow centers. P169 Striatum—Short mounds of dark-green foliage, ß keep above 40°F 24”h P218 Dock, Bloody Rumex sanguineus smothered in stunning light pink flowers with P179 Crazy Daisy ß—Fluffy double white flowers. Ornamental edible foliage with red and purple veins contrasting bloodshot veining. ***** 12”h Ç 30”h and red seedheads. Try it for contrast in a mixed con- Culinary ß tainer. Lovely in a position in which light shines ´ P171 Cranesbill, Hybrid P180 Snow Lady —10”h Edible flowers through it. Might be short-lived but may reseed. 15”h Geranium ‘Jolly Bee’ $2.00—2.5” pot: ˝ Ground cover Í∏ ´¥ $6.00—4.5” pot Periwinkle-blue 2” blooms with violet veins and light P181 Sonnenschein ß—Pale lemon-yellow daisies with ˙ Hummingbird-friendly golden-yellow centers measure 3–5” across. P219 Dragonhead ß Â lavender centers. Vigorous, mounding, and long- Medicinal blooming. New inter-species hybrid for good color and Younger flowers are more yellow especially when Dracocephalum ruyschianum ‘Blue Dragon’ ‰ Í∏ Rock garden garden performance. ***** 18–24”h by 24–36”w given some afternoon shade, while mature flow- Deep violet blue snapdragon flowers cover a mound of $15.00—1 gal. pot ers are creamy white. 30–36”h rosemary-like foliage. Needs good drainage. Flowers ˜ Minnesota native Í Cranesbill, Meadow Geranium pratense P182 Daisy, Thread Petal June–August. 12–18”h $1.50—2.5” pot å U.S. native Great looking foliage all season, including nice fall col- Inula orientalis ‘Grandiflora’ P220 Empress Tree ß◊ or. Í∏ Bold orange-yellow daisies whose lovely, wavy, shaggy, ß Saturday restock Paulownia tomentosa $2.00—2.5” pot: spidery petals are reminiscent of a Van Gogh painting. ¥ Toxic to humans Heart-shaped to five-lobed 24”-wide leaves resemble a P172 Tiny Monster ß—Bright magenta with nonstop Makes a good cut flower. Forms a dense clump of long, catalpa’s. Grown for its tropical look. Tree can grow 12’ blooms. Vigorous growth. 12”h pointed leaves and stiff unbranched stems topped with in one season, then dies back to the ground over win- bright flower heads. 30”h Í∏‰ $2.50—2.5” pot Í $4.00—2” pot: ter. 144”h $6.00—5.25” pot P173 Dark Reiter—Bright lavender-blue flowers in Daylilies see box, above P221 Fairy Foxglove Erinus alpinus spring shine like neon against the deep plum pur- Delphinium Delphinium These winsome pink-violet flowers in May-June are ple lacy leaves. Foliage is more purple in full sun. held on wiry stems above jagged spoon-shaped leaves Compact and slow growing: a good rock garden Colorful flower spikes rise above lobed leaves. Blooms grouped in small tufts. Doesn’t actually resemble a choice. 8–10”h ‰ from summer to fall. Taller varieties do best with stak- ing. Í∏¥ foxglove but instead has simple, flat, five-petalled See also WILD GERANIUM, page 49 blooms. Plant in wall crevices, in a rock garden or $1.50—2.5” pot: trough. Good drainage is essential. 2–4”h ͉ ß ß P174 Creeping Hollygrape P209 Blue Butterfly, D. chinensis —Shorter form. 14”h $2.00—2.5” pot Mahonia repens P210 Magic Fountains Cherry Blossom, D. × elatum ß ß Evergreen mini-shrub with leathery blue-green foliage —Scarlet-red spikes on first-year plants. ***** P222 Fern, Japanese Beech that looks like holly and turns purplish in winter. Deep 36”h Thelypteris decursive-pinnata ß yellow flowers in spring and small clusters of 0.25” P211 Magic Fountains Mix, D. × elatum —Seven sepa- Tufts of narrow, lance-shaped, feathery pale green dark bluish-purple sour edible berries in late summer. rate shades of blue and white. 36”h fronds. Native to Japan, this fast growing fern is deer- ß Prefers humus-rich soil; protect from winter winds. P212 Pacific Giant Astolat, D. × elatum —Pink shades. resistant. Syn. Phegopteris. 32”h Ó $6.00—4.5” pot 12”h ∏Ó $8.00—1 quart pot Astolat was home to Lancelot’s Elaine in Arthurian mythology. ***** 60”h ˙ Fern, Japanese Painted Athyrium P175 Culver’s Root, Blue $2.00—2.5” pot: Brings light and color into shady corners. Í∏Ó˝ Veronicastrum sibericum P213 Blue Mirror, D. grandiflorum ß—Navy blue flow- $3.00—2.5” pot: Blue-lilac flowers in late summer; great for cutting. ers. 24”h P223 Pictum, A. nipponicum ß—The classic painted Upright stems with leaves in whorls. Average to moist P214 Blue Pygmy, D. grandiflorum—The shortest one, fern with soft gray, red and green fronds. ***** soil. 60”h Í∏ $2.50—2.5” pot with gentian-blue flowers. 10”h 12–15”h P215 Pacific Giant Black Knight, D. × elatum ß—Deep See also the native CULVER’S ROOT, page 49 $5.00—3.5” pot: midnight violet. 48–60”h P224 × ß P176 Cupid’s Dart Catananche caerulea ß A. ‘Ghost’ —Cross of American and Japanese $6.00—4.5” pot: painted ferns. Lovely silvery appearance. ***** Silvery lavender-blue flowers with violet centers. Neat P216 Pagan Purples ß—Double blooms in rich purples 24–36”h 24” clumps of silver-green foliage. Excellent cut flow- and blues on sturdy stalks. Better over-wintering ers, fresh or dried. 20–36”h Í∏ $1.50—2.5” pot Delphinium and more tolerant of heat and humidity than old- er varieties. ***** 60–72”h www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 15 We accept cash, checks, Amex, Garden Perennials Visa, MasterCard & Discover P225 Fern, Japanese Wood ß Foamy Bells continued P257 Goatsbeard Aruncus dioicus ß Key Dryopteris erythrosora $12.00—4.5” pot: Tall background plant for wild borders. Slow to estab- Í Full sun Young fronds are copper red, slowly turning dark P241 Sweet Tea ß—Scalloped copper-orange leaves with lish. Delicate lacy white blooms May–June, Showy, very ∏ Part sun/part shade Í∏Ó green. Undersides of fronds bear conspicuous red sori cinnamon-russet centers and hints of rose grow in hardy and heat tolerant. 72”h $3.00—3.5” pot Ó Shade ∏Ó (spore cases). 24”h $6.00—4.5” pot dense layers with white flowers on 27” stalks in P258 Goatsbeard, Dwarf ß spring. Beautiful. 20”h by 28”w ç See also the NATIVE FERNS, page 49 Aruncus aethusifolius ‘Noble Spirits’ Attractive foliage ß ı Flax, Blue Linum perenne P242 Forget-Me-Nots Delicate foliage. Panicles of tiny white flowers over Bird food source Myosotis alpestris ‘Victoria Blue’ dainty foliage, blooms June–July. Good for troughs. ∫ Butterfly-friendly Single blooms on wiry stems. Blooms late spring 10”h Í∏Ó $1.50—2.5” pot † through summer. May be short-lived, but reseeds. Masses of little flowers bloom in late spring and sum- Cold-sensitive: Í∏ Í∏Âå¥ mer. Prefers moist soil. Reseeding biennial. 8”h P259 Goldenrod, Fireworks keep above 40°F $1.50—2.5” pot Ç Culinary $1.50—2.5” pot: Solidago ‘Fireworks’ ´ Edible flowers P226 L. perenne ß—Feathery sprays of blue flowers all Foxglove, Common Digitalis purpurea Rated #1 in the goldenrod trials at the Chicago Botanic ˝ summer 18”h Long spikes of tubular flowers heavily mottled inside. Garden. Long arching spires of yellow tiny daisy flow- Ground cover P227 Saphyr, L. perenne nanum ß—Dwarf and compact, Blooms in late spring and again in fall. Excellent for ers cascade in all directions above compact foliage. ˙ Hummingbird-friendly same big blue flowers. 8–10”h bees and hummingbirds. Flowers the first year. Needs Mildew- and rust-free, and not a garden thug. Looks  Medicinal Í∏˙Â¥ P228 Flax, Pink Linum hypericifolium ß◊ winter mulch. Hardy biennial. dramatic blooming in September with asters, grasses, ‰ Rock garden and joe pye weed. 36–48”h Í∏ ¥ $6.00—4.5” pot Large pink blossoms accented with darker veins. Soft, $1.50—2.5” pot: ß ˜ needle-like foliage. Robust habit. 18–24”h Í P243 Camelot Lavender —40”h See also the native GOLDENROD, page 50 Minnesota native ß $6.00—4.5” pot P244 Camelot Rose —Deep rose pink flowers with a ß å U.S. native burgundy interior. 40”h P260 Gooseneck, Purple P229 Flax, Yellow Lysimachia atropurpurea ‘Beaujolais’ $6.00—4.5” pot: ß Saturday restock Linum flavum ‘Compactum’ Forms a low growing mound of gray foliage set with P245 Candy Mountain ß—Unusual, upward-facing Ø Certified organic Lovely, compact with large yellow flowers. 8”h ͉¥ foxglove. Fat spires of rose pink blooms speckled arching spikes of burgundy-wine flowers. Blooms from ¥ Toxic to humans $4.00—3.5” pot inside, on strong stems. 36–56”h May to September. Great cut flowers. ***** 24–36”h Í∏ ∫˙ $3.00—4” pot Fleeceflower Persicaria P246 Foxglove, Milk Chocolate ß Heartleaf Bergenia cordifolia Jointed stems with astilbe-like flowers. Not invasive. Digitalis parviflora ‘Milk Chocolate’ Í∏ A quintessential shade plant. Native to Siberia, which Elegant spikes are covered in small chocolate-colored tends to be good news for Minnesota gardeners. Í∏Ó About those $3.00—4” pot: flowers. The rich dark green foliage has a sheen that stars… P230 Painter’s Palette, P. f i l i f o r m i s —Colorful leaves. sets these dramatic flower spikes off wonderfully. $1.50—2.5” pot: ß 24”h Flowers June-August. 36”h Í∏ ¥ $6.00—4.5” pot P261 Heartleaf —Huge, shiny heart-shaped leaves Throughout, you will with pink flower stalks in early spring. 12”h ç notice plants that are $4.00—4 plants in a pack: P247 Foxglove, Pink marked with five stars P231 Himalayan Border Jewel, P. affinis—Creeping $2.00—2.5” pot: Digitalis thapsis ‘Spanish Peaks’ ß (★★★★★). These plants ground cover with small, light pink flowers in P262 Red Beauty —Red flowers. Leaves turn red in Spikes of raspberry rose flowers in early summer over a have been awarded five spring. 4”h ˝ the fall. 18”h trim mat of furry foliage. Thrives in a variety of soils. stars by Heger, Lonnee, $10.00—4.5” pot: P232 Fleeceflower, Giant 12”h Í∏ ¥ $2.50—2.5” pot and Whitman in the P263 Pink Dragonfly—Plum foliage in fall. Gorgeous Persicaria polymorpha brand-new edition of P248 Foxglove, Straw Digitalis lutea coral-pink blooms. 12–16”h Growing Perennials in Cold Plumes of fluffy white blooms like giant astilbe or Narrow spikes of petite lemon yellow blooms. 36”h P264 Heather, Summer ◊ Climates as one of the goat’s beard in late May or early June through Í∏ ¥ $1.50—2.5” pot very best plants available September, when it develops pinkish seed heads. Very Calluna vulgaris on the market. slow to emerge in the spring, then takes off. Even P249 Foxglove, Willow Leaf ß Variety of white, pink, purple, and red flowers in late more magnificent and shrub-like in its second year. Digitalis obscura summer. The tiny scale-like foliage also comes in a Í∏ Drought tolerant and very hardy. 60”h by 60”w Sub-shrub with flowers ranging from yellow through range of colors besides green. Requires well-drained, $6.00—1 quart pot orange and rust with red spots inside. Blooms late poor, acidic soil. 24–36”h Í∏ ¥ $6.00—3.5” pot Foamflower Tiarella spring through midsummer. From Spain. Cut back in Helen’s Flower Helenium hybrids March to assure vigorous new growth. 12–48”h Í¥ Tiny spring flowers that are just lovely, but often $1.50—2.5” pot Great late-season color on numerous small daisy-like grown for the attractive foliage. See also Foamy Bells. blooms with reflexed petals. One of the easiest of all Í∏Óç˝ å P250 Fumeroot, Ferny perennials. Nicknamed “sneezeweed” because the $2.00—2.5” pot: Corydalis cheilanthifolia dried leaves were once used to make snuff, not because Í∏∫¥ P233 Skeleton Key ß—Semi-glossy, deeply cut dark Dainty, fern-like leaves are lovely until winter. Very it aggravates allergies. green leaves (4” across) tinged with purple rise early miniature yellow flowers. Leaves stay green in $2.00—2.5” pot: directly from the stolons. Tiny white flowers in the garden long after the true ferns have died back. P265 Sahin’s Early Flowerer ß—Deep orange-red 3” airy racemes bloom in spring for about six weeks 10”h Í∏ ‰ $3.00—4” pot blooms with dark brown and yellow cones develop on numerous, erect, wiry, mostly leafless flower cheerful orange and yellow streaks on the petals. See more FUMEROOT in Rare Plants, page 6 stems. 8–12”h Excellent cut flower. Flowers mid-summer. 30”h P234 Wherry’s Foamflower, ß—Clump- T. w h e r r y i Gas Plant Dictamnus albus $6.00—4.5” pot: forming. Pink and white flowers. Fragrant. 10”h Star-shaped flowers on multiple spikes in early sum- P266 Mardi Gras—Quarter-sized fringed blooms of gold $3.00—2.5” pot: mer. Best cultivated in full sun and rich, well-drained blotched with bright orange. Quite a show! 30”h P235 Heartleaf Foamflower, T. cordifolia—Mounding soil. It resents being disturbed once established. Will P267 Ruby Tuesday ß—Compact, with burgundy-red ground cover with foamy, white flower stalks in cause skin irritation; wear long pants, sleeves and fluted petals widely spaced around a prominent early spring. Spreads by stolons. 6–12”h gloves when working around it. Í∏¥ center that matures from mahogany to gold. July- $6.00—4.5” pot: $3.00—2.5” pot: September blooms. 18–24”h ß P236 Iron Butterfly —Unusually long, maple shaped P251 Pink, ‘Purpureus’—36”h See also the native HELEN’S FLOWER, page 50 leaves are cool mint green on the edges and deep P252 White—24–36”h purple-black in the middle. Curving stems host Hellebore Helleborus P253 Gentian, Blue Cross Gentiana cruciata densely clustered pink buds and wisps of starlike Among the first flowers of spring. Blooms look like ivory flowers. 16”h Attractive leafy stalks topped by groups of 1” deep- wild roses. Very long-lived perennial in the right spot. P237 Running Tapestry, T. cordifolia—Vigorous ground blue flowers. Appreciates rich soil, good drainage, and Leathery evergreen leaves. Needs rich soil and good Í∏ ‰ cover with red speckled foliage. White blooms. some light shade in hot summers. 8–12”h drainage. ∏Ó¥ $6.00—4.5” pot 8–12”h $8.00—1 quart pot: Foamy Bells Heucherella See also the native GENTIAN, page 50 P268 H. × hybridus—A range of colors including white, A beautiful intergeneric cross between coral bells and P254 Ginger, European Asarum europaeum yellow, pink, green and purple. 18”h foamflower (Heuchera and Tiarella) introduced in 1955. A beautiful evergreen groundcover for moist, wood- $12.00—4” pot: Blooms spring through summer with spikes of bell land gardens. 2–3” leaves are leathery and glossy. Bell- P269 Banana Cream Pie, H. orientalis—Early spring 3.5” flowers. Neat foliage similar to foamflower. Does well shaped greenish purple or brown flowers are hidden flowers of creamy yellow with pinkish-red spots. Í∏Ó˝ with hostas and ferns. beneath foliage. Blooms in early spring. Prefers slightly Plant where there’s no afternoon sun. 22”h by 44”w ∏Ó ˝ ¥ $4.00—1 quart pot: acid soil. 4”h $5.00—3.5” pot Hen and Chicks Sempervivum P238 Bridget Bloom ß—Clump-forming, green with See also the WILD GINGER, page 50 Attractive rosettes tolerate hot, dry conditions. Grown brown veins. White and pink flowers. 15–18”h Globe Flower Trollius on rooftops in Europe, hence the other common name, $12.00—4.5” pot: house leeks. Í˝ ‰¥ ◊ Spring blooms. The queen of the buttercup family, P239 Brass Lanterns —Brassy gold and red maple- $1.50—2.5” pot: with strong stems requiring no staking. Thrives in very shaped leaves are really a beacon in a mixed bed. P270 Mix ß—Species mixture. 3–4”h Spikes of white flowers on dark stems. Best color moist conditions and poorly draining clay soils, but Í∏∫ in light shade. 20”h will adapt to well-drained soil too. $2.50—2.5” pot: P240 Solar Eclipse ◊—In a word: Wow! Deeply scal- $1.50—2.5” pot: P271 Mrs. Giuseppi, S. calcareum—One of the most loped, red-brown leaves bordered in electric lime P255 Golden Queen, T. chinensis ß—Each stem is interesting color and geometric patterns. Gray- green form a vigorous mound. 10”h topped by large bright tangerine blossoms. 24”h blue leaves have eye-catching maroon, triangular tips. Each hen grows up to 4” wide with a flock of $6.00—4.5” pot: bright chicks. 3”h ◊ß P256 New Moon, T. × cultorum —Pale creamy- P272 Twilight Blues—Large olive-green shaded laven- yellow flowers on a vigorous grower. 24”h der leaves with purple tips. 3–6”h Foxglove Hen and chicks continue on page 17 16 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Garden Perennials

Hostas are shade-tolerant, but grow best with full morning sun in northern climates such as ours. See our website Hosta ∏Óç˝ for an article on growing hostas and about Hosta VirusX: www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/hosta-takeover Hosta descriptions include terms like rippled, $6.00—4” pot (continued): $8.00—2.5” pot: $10.00—2.5” pot: wavy, cupped, pebbled, and corrugated. These characteristics often do not show up until the P306 Guacamole ◊—Huge, apple-green P319 Alakazaam ◊—Flashy miniature P331 Longfellow ◊—Long, narrow, mod- plant is a few years old, so younger plants may leaves develop dark-green margins and with long, narrow leaves that are green erately twisted and wavy lance-shaped not express them at the time of purchase. brighter chartreuse centers in summer. with bright yellow ruffled margins in leaves. The shiny leaves are light green Color intensifies with more light. Large, spring. Margins brighten to creamy with a creamy-white to pale yellow mar- $5.00—2.5” pot: fragrant, near-white to lavender flowers white in summer. Stiff, horizontally held gin. Lavender, tubular flowers appear in emerge from lavender buds. Greater sun leaf-stems; forms a horizontal mound. July and August. 18”h by 36”w P292 Friends ◊—This vigorous grower tolerance. Multiple award-winner. An Lavender flowers. 5”h by 14”w P332 Luna Moth ◊—Grows quickly to emerges chartreuse and brightens to outstanding, proven landscape plant and P320 American Hero ◊—Tough and form a symmetrical clump of dark green, yellow. The rippled leaves have a slight fast grower. 22”h by 36”w durable. Reliably displays bold variega- heart-shaped leaves of thick substance. twist at the end. Lavender flowers with P307 Regal Splendor ◊—A sport of tion all season with wide, dark-green Wide, light green margins brighten to white throats top the clump in late sum- H. ‘Krossa Regal’ with the same upright, margins and a creamy white to pure yellow in summer. Lavender flowers on mer. 9”h by 24”w vase-like shape. Frosty blue leaves with white center speckled with green. perfectly proportioned scapes. 18”h by ◊ P293 Sagae —Huge, wavy, frosted gray- wavy, narrow, creamy yellow to ivory Lavender flowers. 12”h by 18”w 20”w green leaves with yellow to creamy margins. Lavender flowers. Multiple P321 Autumn Frost ◊—Showy frosty- P333 Rare Breed ◊—Showy, large hosta white margins. Vase-shaped with thick award winner. 36”h by 72”w blue leaves have extra-wide, bright with beautiful tricolored leaves. Green substance. Lavender flowers. Multiple P308 Stained Glass—Brilliant gold center, yellow margins that lighten to creamy margins surround the cream to crisp award winner, consistently high on the wide green margin. Fragrant flowers. white in summer. Bold coloration. Light white center and olive-green zigzags American Hosta Society Popularity Poll. Ideal specimen plant. 2006 Hosta lavender flowers. 12 h by 14”w between the two. Forms a semi-upright 30”h by 70”w Growers Association Hosta of the Year. P322 Dancing Queen—Broad, wedge shaped clump topped with pale lavender flow- P294 Sunshine Glory ◊—Fabulous large ***** 22–24”h leaves of bright yellow with a wonderful ers. 20”h by 36”w green leaves are wonderfully corrugated P309 Sum and Substance—The name says it rippled edge. Vigorous grower, sports and edged with a wide gold margin. $10.00—4” pot: all. Very large chartreuse leathery leaves. lavender flowers in midsummer. 22”h Near-white flowers in early summer. P334 Blue Flame ◊—Frosty blue-green Gold in summer. 60” flower scapes add P323 Empress Wu ◊—One of the largest Excellent for the middle to back of the ˝ with wavy yellow margins. Adds a cool, to the show. ***** 36”h hostas makes a tremendous focal point. hosta border. 20”h by 48”w refined look in the garden. Fragrant, Huge, thick, dark green, deeply veined $7.00—2.5” pot: pale lavender flowers in August. 18”h by $6.00—2.5” pot: leaves form a massive upright clump. P310 Bigga Luigi ◊—Large mound of 40”w P295 Abiqua Drinking Gourd—The unusual Pale reddish violet flowers. 48”h by heavily corrugated blue-green foliage. P335 Emerald Ruff Cut ◊—Striking, feature of this large hosta is the deep 60”w Leaves are broadly oblong with thick sharply contrasting gold-green variega- cupped leaves, which are a dark blue P324 Goodness Gracious ◊—Large, substance, slightly cupped and some- tion. Gold center with a rippled, thin, with a gray underside. White flowers on heart-shaped leaves of good substance what unruly. Near-white flowers. 25”h dark green margin. Pale lavender flow- 22” scapes appear in mid-summer. form a wide-spreading clump. Deeply by 82”w ers. 12”h by 30”w Extraordinary! ***** 16”h by 24–36”w veined, dark green leaves with very P311 Fireworks ◊—Perfect for that special P336 Lemontini ◊—Compact, dwarf-sized P296 Chartreuse Wiggles ◊—Very nar- wide, showy, yellow margins. Light spot. Stiff, narrow, upright leaves of mound of bright gold foliage. Emerges row, wiggly yellow leaves create minia- lavender flowers. 20”h by 24”w heavy substance are creamy white with chartreuse. Slightly shiny, smooth tex- ture mounds of foliage, perfect for P325 Hudson Bay ◊—Wide, bright blue deep green, jagged margins. Light laven- ture; wavy with average substance. edging, walkways, rock gardens, or margins with a thin apple-green ribbon der flowers. 8”h by 12”w ‰ Purple flowers. 7”h by 18”w ‰ troughs. Lavender flowers. 10”h by 25”w contrast nicely with the creamy white P312 Independence ◊—Dark green leaves P297 Cherish—Round leaves with a streaky center all season. Leaves are of heavy $11.00—4” pot: of thick substance have creamy white yellow center that fades to creamy white substance. Near-white flowers. 24”h by margins speckled with green. Large, P337 Deja Blu ◊—Interesting variegation by midsummer. Tiny purple bell shaped 26”w pale lavender flowers. 22”h by 26”w causes second looks. Mature leaves are flowers. Perfect for the small garden. blue-green with a cream jagged ribbon P313 Parhelion ◊—A sport of ‘Sum and $8.00—4” pot: Mini. Variegated sport of ‘Baby that dances between the center and the ‰ Substance’. Huge, rounded leaves are P326 Captain Kirk—Wider dark green leaves Bunting’. 6”h by 12”w yellow-to-chartreuse margin. Light light green to yellow with narrow, cream with heavier substance distinguish this P298 Dawn’s Early Light—Brilliant lemon lavender flowers. 14”h by 18”w margins. Excellent grower, stunning sport of ‘Gold Standard.’ The golden leaf yellow leaves turn chartreuse in early specimen. Lavender flowers. 32”h by center contrasts with the darker margin. summer. Heart-shaped leaves are won- $12.00—2.5” pot: 50”w Pale lavender flowers in midsummer. derfully ruffled and corrugated. Light P338 Rhino Hide ◊—You have to feel it to P314 Rain Dancer ◊—Chartreuse-yellow- 18”h lavender flowers. Dramatic! 20”h believe it! These leaves are the thickest margined sport of the ever-popular ‘Blue P327 Cracker Crumbs ◊—Gold-centered P299 Key West ◊—Intense gold, heart- of any hosta measured and are the ulti- Umbrellas’. The margins, up to 2”, leaves with half-inch-wide green mar- shaped leaves adorn this very large hos- mate in slug resistance. Cupped, puck- frame the large 12” blue-green leaves. gins. Slightly wavy. Fast-growing minia- ta. Bright, filtered shade draws out the ered leaves have wide, blue margins and Pale lavender flowers in early summer. ture in dense, rounded mounds makes gold color. Good grower. Lavender flow- a narrow, light green center that bright- A large imposing plant for the back of an outstanding edger, or rock garden or ers. 28”h by 45”w ens to yellow. White flowers. Sun toler- the border. 32”h by 48”w trough plant. 5”h by 19”w ‰ P300 Northern Exposure ◊—Huge, cor- ant. 20”h by 20”w P315 Remember Me ◊—A sport of ‘June’. P328 Tropical Storm ◊—Heart-shaped, rugated, blue-green leaves develop Leaves emerge yellow with a narrow, puckered leaves of good substance $12.00—4” pot: 2” yellow-green margins that lighten to dark blue-green margin that zigzags emerge green with a light green margin. cream. Forms a large, impressive clump. P339 Liberty ◊—A sport of ‘Sagae’ with towards the midrib. Center brightens to Quickly develops wide, brilliant yellow White flowers. Award winner. 36”h by wide, irregular yellow margins that cream in summers. Lavender flowers. gold margins. Lavender flowers. 10”h by 42”w lighten to creamy white. Leaves have 15”h by 20”w 18”w heavy substance, providing great slug P301 Paradigm ◊—Thick, corrugated, gold P316 Ripple Effect ◊—Unique sport of P329 Wave Runner ◊—Chartreuse in the resistance. Lavender flowers. Striking leaves with irregular, blue-green mar- ‘June’ with long, narrow, wavy, golden center with a heavily rippled inch-wide specimen, a real focal point. Award win- gins. Variegation intensifies later in the yellow leaves. Very narrow, blue-green yellow margin. Slightly corrugated, bet- ner and American Hosta Growers 2012 spring. Light lavender flowers. Award margin occasionally shoots into the cen- ter than average substance. Vigorous Hosta of the Year. 26”h by 40”w winner. 20”h by 24”w ter. Center deepens to chartreuse in grower. Purple flowers. 19”h by 57”w $6.00—4” pot: summer. Forms a low, horizontal mound. Light lavender flowers. 8”h by $9.00—4” pot: P302 Blue Angel ◊—Classic with large 8”w ‰ P330 Orange Marmalade ◊—Puckered blue-green leaves of very heavy sub- ◊ leaves of moderate substance emerge stance in a huge clump. Heavily corru- P317 Sky Dancer —Large spade-shaped yellow with yellow-orange tint and a gated. Slug resistant and easy to grow. gray-blue leaves form an upright spread- blue-green margin. Center lightens to Near-white flowers. Multiple award- ing clump. Ruffled edges add to the dis- near white later in the season. Light winner. ***** 36”h by 72”w tinctiveness of the plant. Lavender flowers open in late summer. 15”h by lavender flowers. 20”h by 45”w P303 Blue Mouse Ears—Cute little hosta 33”w with small, round, gray-green leaves with an incredibly thick substance. Feels like $7.00—4” pot: velvety little ears! ***** 8”h by 19”w ‰ P318 Silver Bay ◊—One of the best blues. ◊ P304 Great Expectations —Thick, Rounded, intense silver-blue leaves are puckered leaves with wide, irregular, thick and seersuckered at maturity. blue-green margins. Creamy yellow to Forms a dense mound. Pale lavender white centers with green jetting towards flowers. Award winner. 14”h by 28”w the center. White flowers. 24”h by 50”w P305 Green Josephine ◊—Sharp contrast Bring your own between the shiny dark green center and the inch-wide, yellow to creamy yellow wagon… margin. The leaf is oval, slightly wavy, you’ll be and smooth-textured. Good substance. Pale purple flowers. 17”h by 42”w glad you did! www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 17 We accept cash, checks, Amex, Garden Perennials Visa, MasterCard & Discover Hen and Chicks continued Hummingbird Mint Agastache P357 Iris, Copper Iris fulva Key $3.00—2.5” pot: As the name says, this mint relative attracts humming- Rust-colored Louisiana iris that will be happy in stand- Í Full sun P273 Oddity, S. tectorum—Unusual rolled, bright green birds. Also goldfinches and butterflies. Requires good ing water or kept well-watered. Winter mulch. ∏ Part sun/part shade Í leaves in a tight rosette. 3–6”h drainage, particularly in winter, in order to be perennial. May–June blooms. 24–48”h $9.00—1 quart pot Ó Shade Don’t cut back fully until spring so that the crown can’t $6.00—4.5” pot: P358 Iris, Crested Iris cristata collect water. Deer resistant. Í∏∫˙å 18–24”h ç P274 Cobweb, S. arachnoideum—Looks like a spider web Low-growing, early-blooming woodland iris. Pale blue- Attractive foliage $1.50—2.5” pot: with its fine silvery hairs joining the tips of each yellow. Sweet! 9”h Í∏Óå¥ $2.50—2.5” pot ı Bird food source P340 Texas Hummingbird Mint, A. cana ‘Heather leaf. Excellent for a child’s garden. 8”h ∫ Butterfly-friendly P275 Royal Ruby ß—Ruby red foliage with smooth Queen’ ß—Brilliant purplish-rose flower masses Iris, Dwarf Bearded Iris pumila † Cold-sensitive: waxy leaves. Holds color all season. 3–4”h late in summer when few perennials are in Charming, long-lived, low-growing perennials. April- bloom. Loves heat and is drought tolerant. 30”h Í∏¥ keep above 40°F $10.00—6 plants in a pack: May blooms. Ç $2.00—2.5” pot: Culinary P276 Cobweb Buttons, S. arachnoideum ß—Pale-green $4.00—3” plug: ´ P341 Blue Fortune, A. rugosa × A. foeniculum ß—One of Edible flowers rosettes look like a spider has covered the tips P359 Smart—Red-violet with a dark purple spot on the ˝ with silky, gray threads. Pink starry flowers on 4” the earliest varieties. Long bloomer with laven- falls. 10–12”h Ground cover spikes in summer. 1–3”h der-blue, bottlebrush flowers on upright stems, P360 What Again—Light lavender-blue standards and ˙ Hummingbird-friendly mid-summer to fall. 36–48”h apricot-yellow falls, accented with icy blue  Medicinal P277 Hen and Chicks, Mini Jovibarba hirta P342 Golden Jubilee, A. foeniculum ß—Golden- beards. Reblooms. 10–12”h ‰ Rock garden Among the tiniest of the Hen and Chicks. Ideal for chartreuse foliage with contrasting blue flowers. dish garden, trough, bonsai accent, crevice garden, P361 Iris, Dwarf Wild Iris setosa canadensis $3.00—2.5” pot: ˜ Minnesota native model railroads. The “chicks” detach and form rollers P343 Coronado Red, A. aurantiaca—Spikes of cheery Purple flowers accented with rich dark veins. Native to å U.S. native to move across the garden. Needs a well-drained site. tubular flowers of yellow stained with orange northeastern U.S. and Canada. Summer bloomtime, Í Í 1–2”h $2.00—2.5” pot from midsummer to frost. Silvery leaves make a prefers moist soil. Syn. Iris setosa nana. 12–15”h ‰å¥ ß Saturday restock nice contrast and are intensely aromatic. A tough $3.00—2.5” pot Hibiscus Hibiscus moscheutos Ø plant for hot, moderately dry areas with well- Certified organic Dinner plate blooms. Breaks dormancy very late; mark P362 Iris, Japanese Iris ensata ‘Variegata’ drained soil. 15–24”h ¥ Toxic to humans the spot so you don’t dig it up by mistake. ÍÂå´ Huge flat, purple iris blooms with green and cream $6.00—4.5” pot: $1.50—2.5” pot: leaves. Native to Japanese and Siberian pond edges, so P344 Bolero, A. cana × A. barberi ◊ß—Licorice-scent- P278 Disco Belle Mix ß—Red, pink or white. Only one it requires moisture, but will do well if watered regu- ed deep bronzy foliage contrasts dramatically with Í∏¥ç color per plant. 25”h larly. 28”h $3.00 each—Bulbs & Bareroots the rosy purple flowers. Long bloomer. 16”h $4.00—2.5” pot: Iris, Siberian Iris sibirica About those See also the annual HUMMINGBIRD MINT, page 35 P279 Pink Clouds—Outstanding selection featuring Blooms after the bearded iris, to extend season. Native stars… intense deep-pink flowers that catch the eye from Ice Plant, Hardy Delosperma to moist areas, so moisture throughout the season is Throughout, you will a long distance. Robust and blooms over a long Low-growing ground cover from South Africa. Protect crucial to healthy plants. Excellent border plant. Í∏ notice plants that are period. Maple-shaped leaves. 48–60”h from winter wetness. Í˝ ‰ $5.00—1 quart pot: marked with five stars (★★★★★). These plants $6.00—1 quart pot: $3.00—2.5” pot: P363 Caesar’s Brother—A very rich pansy-violet. A have been awarded five P280 Luna Red ß—Dramatic 7–8” red flowers bloom ◊ classic, award-winning variety. 24–36”h P345 Fire Spinner —We like orange and magenta stars by Heger, Lonnee, late summer to fall; heat and drought tolerant P364 Welcome Return ß—Velvet deep purple flower together: do you? These cheery little daisies cover and Whitman in the once established. 24–36”h their mat of succulent foliage, looking like some- that reblooms. 24”h ß brand-new edition of P281 Pink Swirl —Huge, 8” blooms swirl open to thing you’d find on a coral reef. Blooms abun- $5.00 each—in Bulbs & Bareroots: reveal brush strokes of pink, rose and cranberry Growing Perennials in Cold dantly in late spring and then throughout the P365 Pink Haze ◊—Slightly ruffled lavender-pink on bright white petals. Remarkably easy to grow Climates as one of the summer. Deer resistant. 2–3”h by 24–36”w with crimson veining and narrow white-rimmed and fast blooming, giving months of breathtaking very best plants available $6.00—4.5” pot: falls, and a gold and burgundy blaze. American Iris pleasure. 24–30”h on the market. P346 D. nubigenum—Succulent, bright yellow-green Society’s highest award for Siberian Iris. See also the TROPICAL HIBISCUS, page 40 foliage that turns reddish in the fall, with single Introduced 1969. Blooms May to June. 24–36”h Hollyhock Alcea yellow ray flowers. Drought tolerant. Requires $6.00—1 quart pot: sandy soils and a hot sunny location. 4”h P366 Butter and Sugar ß—Bright butter-yellow falls Old-fashioned, towering spires of big blossoms resem- between neat white standards. Reblooms. Large bling ruffled petticoats evoke memories of “Grandma’s Indigo, Wild Blue Baptisia field-grown clumps. 28”h garden.” Most are biennial, but reseed for perennial 2010 Perennial Plant of the Year. A classic garden effect. Í´˙ favorite with pea-like flowers and gray-green pea $7.00—1 quart pot: $1.50—2.5” pot: foliage. Blooms in June. Black seed pods later in the P367 Sapphire Royale—Blue-violet flowers with con- trasting falls. A bit more delicate-looking than P282 Chater’s Double Mix, A. rosea ß—72”h season are good for dried arrangements. Does not Í∏Âå¥ ‘Caesar’s Brother.’ 32”h P283 Chater’s Royal Purple, A. rosea ß— Large 3–5” transplant once established. deep purple fully double ruffled blooms. Blooms $1.50—2.5” pot: $8.00—4.5” pot: first year if planted early. 60–72”h P347 Blue, B. australis ß—One of the U of M’s Tough P368 Sky Wings ◊—Dainty sky-blue flowers with P284 Fig leaf, A. ficifolia ß—Single, with blooms in and Terrific perennials. ***** 36–48”h yellow blaze on falls. 24”h ∫˙ light pink to rose to fuchsia. Perennial. 96”h $2.50—2.5” pot: P369 Iris, Variegated ß P285 Indian Spring, A. rosea ß—Old-fashioned singles. P348 Dwarf, B. australis minor—A miniature version of Iris pallida ‘Argenteum’ in rose, pink and white. 60”h the blue-flowered classic garden favorite. ***** ß Lavender flowers early summer. Striking green and P286 Powderpuffs, A. rosea —Double pastel flowers. 15–24”h 48”h white striped sword-leaves throughout the season. $10.00—4.5” pot: 24”h Í∏ ç¥ $8.00—1 quart pot $2.00—2.5” pot: P349 ß Twilite Prairie Blues—An introduction from the P287 Peaches ‘n’ Dreams, A. ficifolia —Enormous flow- Chicago Botanic Gardens. Deep violet-purple See also IRIS, in Rare Plants, page 6, and ers change color with age, two tones at once, from flowers in spires up to 32”. 48–60”h Native Wild Flowers, page 50 peachy-yellow to raspberry pink. The most cold tol- erant of the double hollyhocks. 48–72”h $12.00—4.5” pot: Jacob’s Ladder Polemonium P350 Cherries Jubilee ◊—Deep maroon buds open Fernlike leaves with up to 20 neatly arranged “rungs” $2.50—2.5” pot: to lots of maroon and yellow flowers. A shorter, and an abundance of silky, cup-shaped flowers when P288 Russian Hollyhock, A. rugosa—Radiant light yel- more dense variety. 30–36”h grown in any reasonably well-drained, humus-rich soil. low. Single blooms May to September. Perennial. Í∏Óå 48–84”h See also the native INDIGO, page 50 $1.50—2.5” pot: $3.00—4” pot: P351 Indigo, Yellow Thermopsis montana ß P370 Blue Master, P. foliosissimum ß—Long-blooming. P289 The Watchman, A. rosea nigra—Blackish maroon Yellow, lupine-like spring flowers in 4–12” clusters fol- Considered the best overall with 1” blue flowers singles. 72”h Í∏ å¥ lowed by velvety pods. 24–36”h with orange stamens. 30”h $1.50—2.5” pot Hollyhock, French Malva sylvestris Iris, Bearded Iris germanica P371 Blue Pearl, P. caeruleum ß—Bright blue flowers. Prefers moist, cool conditions. 24–30”h A vintage perennial grown by Thomas Jefferson at Easy to grow with May–June blooms. Clump-formers, Monticello. Considered biennial to short-lived perenni- best in groups. Cultivate iris shallowly. The top of the $2.00—2.5” pot: al, but can be treated as reseeding annuals. Í rhizome should be exposed, so clean soil off them in P372 Heavenly Habit, P. b o r e a l e ß—Attractive clusters $3.00—2” pot: April to let the sun hit it. Highly drought tolerant; of violet-blue flowers, each with a distinct golden P290 Purple Satin ◊—Grape with darker purple well-drained soil. Should be lifted and divided every yellow eye. Dwarf habit makes it ideal in the Í¥ veins, the 2.5” flowers bloom all summer. few years. front of borders or even containers. If deadheads are removed regularly, plants will continue to Unfussy reseeding biennial. Rabbit resistant and $4.00—3” plug: flower throughout the summer. 12”h drought tolerant. 36–48”h P352 Batik—Large royal purple flowers splattered and $3.00—4” pot: streaked with white flecks. Very striking. 35”h $6.00—4.5” pot: ß P291 Zebrina ß—White with purple veining. 48”h P353 Immortality—White with yellow beards. Blooms P373 Bressingham Purple, P. yezoense —Striking deep spring and repeats in fall. 36”h purple-tinged foliage showcases deep blue flow- Hosta see page 16 P354 Megabucks—A daring combination of vibrant ers. Needs cool, moist, light shade. Foliage color fuchsia at the center of the falls edged with a rim most intense in spring and fall. 15”h of butterscotch and bright gold standards above. $10.00—4.5” pot: Eight double buds on each stem. 34”h P374 Stairway to Heaven, P. reptans ß—Lovely, light P355 Stairway to Heaven—Near white standards and cornflower blue flowers over variegated foliage round flaring medium blue falls. Wonderful that is silvery green with cream edges. In cool Hollyhock wave-like ruffles. May-June bloom. ***** 39”h weather, the leaves develop areas of pink color. P356 Tennyson Ridge—Berry-red standards with white Very hardy. 12–15”h ˜ç falls. Speckled and edged in red. Very ruffled. Midseason bloom and later rebloom. 34”h See also the native JACOB’S LADDER, page 50 18 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Garden Perennials Visa, MasterCard & Discover P375 Jasmine, Rock Androsace villosa ‘Stardust’ ß Lungwort Pulmonaria P458 Mullein, Purple Verbascum ‘Violetta’ Dwarf rosettes of shaggy leaves so thickly set with white or pale One of those really nice plants with a terrible name (the spotted As the buds swell, they resemble tiny, dark satin pillows. A deep pink flowers that for a time the foliage lies hidden. Each flower leaves were once thought to cure lung diseases). Early pink buds green, flat rosette of oval-shaped, crinkled leaves provides an has a yellow or pink eye. Native to the Alps and Pyrenees. open to usually blue flowers in spring. A durable groundcover attractive base for the airy and richly colored flowering spikes. Fragrant. Water freely in dry weather. Prefers gritty, well-drained valued for its ornamental foliage. Prefers a cool, moist situation. Brightened by gilt stamens, papery purple blooms are flat-faced soil, in full sun with protection from the wind. Yes, 0.3” is the Spectacular in groups. Early spring. Deer resistant. Í∏Óç˝ and look fabulous in arrangements. Super plant with fuzzy Í∏Ó‰ Í height. 0.3”h $2.00—2.5” pot $6.00—1 quart pot: leaves and candle-like blooms. Self-seeds. 30”h by 18”w $2.00—2.5” pot P376 Jupiter’s Beard Centranthus ruber ß P441 Majeste, P. longifolia—Green leaves turning silver as they mature. ***** 10”h Mum, Minnesota Chrysanthemum × morifolium Clusters of small red flower blossoms; blooms the first season. P442 Mrs. Moon, P. saccharata ß—Silver-spotted dark green Developed by the U of M for hardiness, flowering three weeks Tolerates poor soil. 30”h Í∏Ó $1.50—2.5” pot foliage. 12”h before other mums. Low maintenance and deer resistant. Í¥ P377 Kennilworth Ivy Cymbalaria muralis $6.00—3.5” pot: $2.00—2.5” pot: Dainty creeper with lavender viola-like flowers and rounded P443 Bertram Anderson, P. ◊—Deep green leaves heavily P459 Centerpiece ß—Pink quill-form petals. ***** 12”h leaves. 3–4”h Í∏ ˝‰ $4.00—4 plants in a pack spotted with silver and violet blue flowers make this a most P460 Maroon Pride ß—Dark red sprays of shaggy, 3” blossoms P378 Lady’s Mantle Alchemilla mollis ‘Thriller’ ß colorful perennial. ***** 8–12”h by 24”w cover this vigorous mounded plant. Super hardy and long- P444 Roy Davidson—Attractive mounding habit and long, nar- blooming. 24–36”h Attractive edging ground cover or accent plant. Large silver- row blue-green leaves speckled with silver. 12”h P461 MinnPink ß—1.5” flat, light rose-pink blossoms. Early green rounded leaves that are scalloped and serrated hold tiny $10.00—1 quart pot: season bloom. 12”h drops of water like little jewels. Clusters of tiny greenish-yellow P462 MinnRuby ß—2.5” ruby red flowers. Midseason bloom. P445A Raspberry Splash ß—Profusely blooming, raspberry-coral star flowers in July. A staple of English gardens. ***** 18”h ***** 12”h Í∏Óç˝Â‰ flowers in spring. Very pointed foliage. ***** 12”h $1.50—2.5” pot P463 North Star ß—Yellow. A North Star selection. 12”h P379 Lady’s Tresses, Fragrant Lupine Lupinus polyphyllus P464 Sunny Morning ß—Smothered in clear yellow daisy flow- Spiranthes cernua odorata Pea-type flowers climb stalks in spring. Strong growing plants ers from early to late fall. An excellent cut flower, its fra- form large clumps. Best in cool areas like northern Minnesota. grant ferny leaves add extra interest too. 14”h Porcelain white 12” spires of small, sweetly scented flowers over Í∏å¥ 3–4” foliage on this North American native orchid. Long-lasting P465 New Zealand Brass Buttons cut flower. Damp, compost-rich soils preferred. 12”h Í∏å $1.50—2.5” pot: Leptinella squalida ‘Platt’s Black’ ß $4.00—2.5” pot P445B Gallery Blue —20”h A cute plant from New Zealand with bronze-black leaves like ß P446A Gallery Mix —Includes bi-colors. 20”h tiny ferns or feathers and dark button flowers. Darkest foliage in See also the LADY’S TRESSES in Rare Plants, page 6 ß P446B Gallery Pink —20”h full sun. Use around stepping stones and as a groundcover. ß Lamb’s Ear Stachys byzantina P447A Russell’s Mix —Boldly colored. Should have full sun Prefers a rich acidic soil, regular moisture, and occasional fertil- Silvery fuzzy leaves, purple flowers. Great for a “touching” gar- and plenty of moisture. 36”h izer. 1–2”h by 12”wÍ∏ ‰ $2.50—2.5” pot den. Children love this plant. Í∏ç˝ See also the WILD LUPINE, page 50 Onion, Ornamental Allium $1.50—2.5” pot: Maltese Cross Lychnis These onions are grown for their beautiful flowers and interest- P380 Fuzzy Wuzzy ß—Grown for its silver gray, soft, furry The botanical name, Lychnis, is from a Greek word meaning “lamp” ing foliage. Deer resistant and edible, too! Í∏∫‰´ leaves. Good edging plant. 15”h and refers to this plant’s fiery red flowers. Easy to grow. Í∏ $2.50—2.5” pot: $3.00—4” pot: $1.50—2.5” pot: P466 Cowlick Onion, A. senescens glaucum—A choice plant, espe- P381 Helene von Stein—Taller with huge wooly leaves. 30”h P447B L. chalcedonica ß—Campion-like bright scarlet blooms. cially for edging. Rosy flowers mid-late summer. 6–12”h P382 Silver Carpet—Non-flowering, groundcover form. Intensely 24–36”h $5.00—3.5” pot: silver. 12”h ß P448A Molten Lava, L. × haageana —Red-bronze foliage and P467 Blue Skies, A. tanguticum ◊—Spikes of lavender-blue Lamium Lamium maculatum sizzling orange-red flowers. An excellent combination. 18”h flowers in midsummer. Clump forming. 12–24”h A great ground cover that adapts to dry shade. Most varieties Meadow Rue Thalictrum $12.00—4.5” pot: have silver and white leaves with white margins. Blooms in the Fluffy clouds of many small flowers float above the foliage in P468 Millennium ◊—These rosy-purple orbs are among the spring. Í∏Óç˝ summer. Perfect for woodland settings. Í∏ showiest. Does not self-seed and is deer resistant. 15–18”h $4.00—4 plants in a pack: P469 Sugar Melt ◊—Pink, dome-shaped flowers are irre- $1.50—2.5” pot: P383 Anne Greenway ß—Gold-edged leaves with mint-green sistible to bees and butterflies. Blooms from midsummer P448B Columbine Meadow Rue, T. aquilegifolium ß—Lavender centers and a silver streak down the ribline. More refined through fall. Great rock garden specimen. 6”h powderpuffs in early summer with columbine-like leaves. than the other varieties. Mauve blooms. 6–12”h 36–48”h See also the BLUE-FLOWERED ONION, page 6 P384 Beacon Silver ß—Pink flowers. Foliage is almost entirely P449 Shining, T. lucidum—Creamy yellow flower puffs with glossy silver-white with a green edge. 7”h P470 Oregano, Hop-Flowered dark green, fernlike leaves quite different from other mead- P385 Pink Pewter ß—6”h ow rue foliage. Rose-like fragrance. 36–60”h Origanum ‘Kent Beauty’ P386 Red Nancy ß—***** 6”h Whorls of pink-petaled flowers inside glowing papery purple and P387 White Nancy ß—6”h $3.00—2.5” pot: chartreuse bracts. Gray-green silver-veined nearly heart-shaped P450 Japanese, T. rochebrunianum—Handsome lacy foliage with $5.00—3.5” pot: leaves. Nice in dried flower arrangements. Vigorous trailing small red-lilac panicles that are cute up close and like a P388 Aureum ◊—Enchanting rose-purple flowers, but the real plant with hop-like bracts through the summer and fall. Looks lavender mist from a distance. Purplish-green airy stems. show-stopper is the glow of its chartreuse and silver varie- best cascading over a raised bed, rock garden, or container. Part shade. 36”h gated leaves. Stunning in any shady spot. 6–8”h Aromatic, but usually not used in cooking. Needs good drainage; P451 Spanish Meadow Rue, T. flavum glaucum—Attractive blue drought resistant. 6–12”h by 24”w Í∫Ç ˝ ‰ Ligularia Ligularia foliage and fluffy heads of nice clear yellow flowers in mid- $3.00—2.5” pot Dramatic foliage with golden-yellow daisy-like flowers on sturdy summer. A tall species seldom encountered in gardens. ß◊ 60”h P471 Oregano, Ornamental spikes July–August. Needs consistent moisture. Great with Origanum ‘Rosenkuppel’ astilbes and ferns. Deer resistant. ∏Ó∫ $6.00—4.5” pot: Lavender to rose-pink flowers with a long bloom time. Fragrant $1.50—2.5” pot: P452 White, T. petaloideum ◊—“Chic and elegant,” says a burgundy-flushed green foliage, though not flavored strongly ß Chinese website. In the spring there, these delicate little star- P389 Narrow Spiked Ligularia, L. stenocephala —36”h enough to use in cooking. Needs well-drained soil. 12–18”h by ß ry white flowers cover the grasslands. Intriguingly, its P390 Shavalski’s Ligularia, L. przewalskii —Spikes of yellow 24”w Í $2.00—2.5” pot flowers with black stems. Large, jagged leaves. Not as sen- “petals” are not petals at all, but extra-long stamens on white ‰¥ sitive to drying out as other ligularia. 48”h ∏ filaments. Finely divided blue-green foliage. 12–18”h P472 Pachysandra ß $6.00—1 quart pot: See also the native MEADOW RUE, page 50 Pachysandra terminalis ‘Green Carpet’ ß Great for shade. A low ground cover that will not detract from P391 Desdemona, L. dentata —Huge, rounded, toothed, leath- P453 Mistflower Eupatorium coelestinum ery, purple leaves with red undersides. 36”h your larger plantings. Honey-scented flowers in spring. 6–12”h P392 The Rocket, L. stenocephala ß—Gold flower stalks early and Blue fluffy flower heads in fall brighten the late season garden. Í∏Ó ˝ $4.00—4 plants in a pack all summer with bold, jagged leaves. 72”h Slow to appear in the garden each spring, but may spread. Long- lasting cut flowers. 12–36”h Í∏å¥ $3.00—3.5” pot Pasque Flower Anemone pulsatilla $8.00—1 quart pot: Fragrant, pointed petals and yellow centers with furry stems and P454 Moneywort ß P393 Little Lantern, L. stenocephala—Dwarf hybrid with conical foliage in April and May. These are European varieties, not the clusters of yellow daisy-like flowers over kidney-shaped Lysimachia nummularia ‘Goldilocks’ native wild flower. Easy to grow. Í∏Â¥ foliage. More drought tolerant than ‘The Rocket.’ 24”h Brighter yellow-green than the usual golden moneywort, and $1.50—2.5” pot: $10.00—4.5” pot: spreads more strongly, even on drier soils. Very striking! Native P473 Alba ß—White. 10–12”h in European woodlands and wetlands. 4”h Í∏˝ P394 Britt-Marie Crawford, L. dentata—The darkest, with round- P474 Blue Bells ß—Blue blossoms. 10–12”h $10.00—6 plants in a pack ed glossy chocolate-maroon leaves and purple undersides. P475 Purple ß—Purple. 15”h Outstanding background or accent plant. 36–40”h Monkshood Aconitum P476 Red Bells ß—Bright red blossoms. 4–12”h $10.00—5.5” pot: Graceful plants that can be used in place of delphiniums when See also the native PASQUE FLOWER, page 51 P395 Osiris Café Noir ◊ß—New growth foliage is dark pur- the soil is heavier. Its hooded flowers inspired its common name. ple-black, turning bronze and then olive green with purple Its other common name, wolf’s bane, came from the ancient use Peony Paeonia lactiflora as a wolf poison. Avoid getting the sap on your skin. Í∏¥ veins. Yellow-orange flowers on purple stems in Classic garden favorite with large blooms on a shrub-like, bushy August–September. 12–24”h by 24”w $5.00—1 quart pot: perennial. Easy to grow; flowers late May–June. Í´¥ ß P396 Lily of the Valley Convallaria majalis P455 Fischer’s Monkshood, A. fischeri —Clear blue flower $12.00—1 gal. pot: spikes. From Kamchatka. 25”h Fragrant white flowers in late May. Forms a tight mat that P477 Duchess de Nemours ß—150-year-old creamy-white clas- spreads aggressively. Tolerates full sun to full shade. 8–12”h $9.00—1 quart pot: sic with large fragrant double blooms on sturdy stems. The Í∏Ó˝¥ $7.00 for 10—in Bulbs & Bareroots P456 Bressingham Spire, A. × cammarum—Incredible dark violet center of the flower is a light yellow deepening to pale blue flowers June-August on compact bushy plants. 24”h green at the base of the petals. Blooms early mid-season. Lilies see page 19 34–48”h P457 Moss, Irish Minuartia verna P478 Karl Rosenfield ß—Double red. 20–36”h Cute mat of linear leaves and tiny white flowers, useful for walk- P479 Sarah Bernhardt ß—Double pink. 20–36”h ways and difficult bare spots because it tolerates foot traffic. 6–8”h by 12”w ∏Ó˝‰ $2.50—2.5” pot Peonies continue on page 20 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 19

NOTE: Lilies sold as bulbs can be found in Bulbs & Bareroots along the west (left) side of the Perennial section Lilies Lilium ∫ Lilies make a bold statement in the garden. Most lilies prefer to be planted with their “heads in the sun, feet in the shade” in well-drained soil. They show off best in your garden planted in groups of three to five, and we offer prices to make that affordable. If you plant several groups with different blooming times, you can lengthen the season. Lilies are also good nectar plants for butterflies and moths.

Note: While lilies are nontoxic for humans (the bulbs are edible), they are extremely poisonous to cats.

Unbeatable midsummer color; these bulbs increase year after year. They benefit from being divided Asiatic Lilies 긺 when their stems are as wide as your thumb (more lilies to share!). Bloom at the end of June into July.

$4.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: P401 Tiny Padhye—White petal tips and P405 Sensation, Double—Double blooms $6.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: P397 Blackout—Extremely dark red, almost deep red throat. Blooms late spring to with six outer petals and six uniquely P409 Landini—Deep black burgundy. It black. Four to five flowers per stem. The early summer. 18–24”h shaped inner petals. The flowers are rosy makes a spectacular focal point any- dark green foliage makes a great contrast P402 Toronto—Hot rose pink with a soft red, with a conspicuous creamy white where you place it. 12/14 cm bulbs. to its flower color. 12/14 cm bulbs. 36”h cream and yellow blush in the center. spot near the petal base, and are fragrant 36”h and pollen-free. Good in patio pots and P398 Fata Morgana—Double flowers of Five to seven flowers per stem. 12/14 as cut flowers. 26”h $7.00 each in Bulbs & Bareroots: bright yellow. Petals are lightly spotted. cm bulbs. 46”h Five to seven flowers per stem. 12/14 P406 Tango Orange Art—Rich orange petals P410 Ariadne ◊—Recurved pendant dusty $5.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: cm bulbs. 39”h with burgundy-maroon on the inner rose blooms with creamy peach centers P403 Elodie—Gorgeous double pink with bur- third of each petal. 36–48”h with marbled spotting pattern and light P399 Matrix—Fiery red with an orange gundy spots. Five to six flowers per fragrance. Long, graceful stems carry an brushmark. Three to five flowers per P407 Tiny Bell—Shorter lilies, great for pots stem. 12/14 cm bulbs. 48”h abundance of flowers that last for weeks. stem. 11/12 cm bulbs. 16”h on the patio, or front of the border. P404 Lollipop—White flowers dipped in rasp- 12/14 cm bulbs. Pink brushed with yel- Stems grow taller each year and carry P400 Tiny Ghost—Shorter, great for pots on berry. Very fragrant and vigorous. Three low toward the center. 14–16”h more flowers. Bred in Scotland. ***** the patio, or front of the border. Deep to five blooms per stem. 14/16 cm 48–72”h red sensational blooms will remind you P408 Tiny Snowflake—Shorter, great for bulbs. ***** 24–30”h P411 Eurydice ◊—Recurved raspberry- of ripe raspberries. 12/14 cm bulbs. pots on the patio, or front of the border. rose flowers with tiny spots in late June. 18”h 12/14 cm bulbs. 16”h Light fragrance. 48–60”h ˙

LA Lilies Í∏∫ Oriental Lilies Í∫ These exciting hybrids combine the best features of the longiflorum Oriental lilies are incredibly fragrant hybrids from Japan. They bloom (Easter) and Asiatic lily. July blooms. Fast multipliers, and easy to grow. from the end of July into August and prefer acid soil.

$4.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: $3.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: P428 Tom Pouce—Each petal is outlined P412 Dimension ◊—Dark P413 Royal Sunset—Deep P414 Salmon Classic— with hot pink and has a golden yellow P422 Star Gazer—Deep red to white edge. black-burgundy blos- apricot blooms are Fragrant upfacing midrib. Colors are darker at the points Upward facing flowers, sweet fra- soms in early to mid accented with a glowing peachy-yellow blooms and lighter toward the center. Three to grance. 14/16 cm bulbs. ***** 24–36”h summer. 36”h red center. 36”h with freckles. 36”h four flowers per stem. Mid-season bloomer. 14/16 cm bulbs. 32”h $5.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: P423 Acapulco—Dark pink, very fragrant $6.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: Í∫ with very long bloom time, produces P429 Lodewijk ◊—Large, white pom- Orienpet Lilies four to six flowers per stem. 14/16 cm pom blossoms striped with lime green. bulbs. 44”h 36”h Cross between the oriental and trumpet lilies. Exceptional vigor, P424 Casa Blanca—Huge white blossoms P430 Magic Star ◊—Deep rosy red petals blooming July into August. with sweet scent. Three to six flowers with wine-red sprinkles and white per stem. Extra-large bulbs (16/18 cm). edges form 6–8” double, outward-fac- ***** 48”h $6.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: $7.00 each in Bulbs & Bareroots: ing cheerleader pom-poms in June and P425 Dizzy—White petals with maroon spots July. No pollen means blooms really Conca d’Or P415 —A magnificent cheerful yel- P419 Scheherazade—Deep red recurved flow- and a maroon stripe down the center of last. Water well while it’s growing and low that will reach right up to your face as ers are edged in gold, shading into white each petal. Very showy. Four to six flow- forming buds. Full bloom size achieved you admire it in the garden. Plant in a margins, and the throat shows the same ers per stem. 14/16 cm bulb. 48”h on mature plant. Well drained soil. well-drained sunny site. 16/18 cm bulbs. dramatic color pattern. Can easily reach 8 Muscadet Fragrant. 32–40”h ***** 48–60”h feet or more when established. 4 to 6 feet P426 —Large white flowers with a pink blush in the center and deep pink P431 Sweet Rosy ◊—Double pink blos- P416 Robina—Spectactular rose-red with a (first year), blooms mid-August. ***** 96”h spots. Three to five flowers per stem. soms with white highlights and dark white throat. Very fragrant. Excellent cut 14/16 cm bulb 36”h pink speckles in center. 30”h flowers. 16/18 cm bulb. 52”h $10.00 each in Bulbs & Bareroots: P427 Salmon Star—Sensational 6” salmon $7.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: $7.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: P420 Silk Road—Huge white flowers with flowers brushed pink along the midrib, with a sparkling yellow star in the cen- P432 Farolito—A rare compact oriental lily, P417 Black Beauty—Vigorous, heavily bloom- deep, intensely crimson pink throats, car- ter. Blooms a little later in the season, with luminous baby-pink blooms. ing tall beauty with deep crimson ried on an enormous inflorescence with and should be winter mulched. 14/16 14/16 cm bulb. 18–24”h recurved blooms. Within several years many well-spaced secondary buds for cm bulb 24–36”h you’ll have a stand of statuesque blooms extended blooming time. All this, and it’s that will be the envy of the neighborhood. the most fragrant lily we’ve ever experi- 16/18 cm bulbs. ***** 60”h enced! ***** 48–72”h Í∏∫ P418 Triumphator—Stunning color combina- Other Lilies $13.00 each in Bulbs & Bareroots: tion. Huge, trumpet-like white flowers Cream Luminaries with almost maroon centers. Fragrant and P421 —Graceful 6–12” Lilies from around the world. Bloom times are noted with each species. spectacular, excellent cut flower. 18/20 cm cream-white trumpets with wide petals, a bulbs. 48–60”h gold throat and just a sprinkle of spots. The $5.00—3.5” pot: $8.00—1 quart pot: fragrance combines Trumpet and Oriental P433 Tiger Lily, Double, L. lancifolium flore P436 Turk’s Cap Lily, L. superbum— perfumes. Sturdy stems and vigorous plant. pleno—The same deep orange petals with Downward-facing orange lily blooms with 48–72”h chocolate spots as regular tiger lilies, but with reflexed and spotted petals, up to 40 on a Í∫ more than thirty petals. Blooms at first oddly stem. Native to eastern North America. Will Trumpet Lilies resemble a squid, but then the petals fold back- tolerate more shade than most lilies. May be wards. Flowers throughout August. 32–60”h short-lived, so plant the seeds. Late summer July blooms, after the Asiatic and before the Oriental lilies. bloom. 60–120”h å $5.00—3” plug (3 bulbs per plug): Best in sunny, well-drained location; mulch for winter protection. $8.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: P434 White Crane, L. formosanum ◊— $5.00 for 3 in $7.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: Trumpet-shaped fragrant creamy white blos- P437 Uchida, L. speciosum rubrum—If you’re Bulbs and Bareroots: soms with a pink flush. Blooms in late spring just getting started in your love affair with to early summer. Clump former from Taiwan. lilies, Uchida is a great first choice. Brilliant, ◊ P438 Citronelle —Many P439 Golden Splendor— P440 Pink Perfection—Pink 8–10”h dark pink, recurved petals with white trim bright yellow recurved Huge golden yellow trumpet with a lighter and light speckles. Easy to grow and late blooms with attractive trumpets. 20/22 cm center. Very tall and fra- $7.00 for 3 in Bulbs & Bareroots: blooming. Light fragrance. From Japan. 16/18 black-maroon sprinkles bulbs. 60”h grant. Immense flowers P435 Regal Lily, L. regale—White with a pink cm bulbs. 48”h in July. Four to six per may require staking when reverse and yellow throat. The first fra- stem. Fragrant; summer in bloom. Prefers well- grant trumpet lily to appear each year. See also the martagon lilies, page 6, to late summer bloom. drained soil. Early July June-July bloom time. 20/22 cm bulbs. 24–36”h bloom. 20/22 cm bulb ***** 36–48”h and the native lilies, page 50 60”h 20 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Garden Perennials Visa, MasterCard & Discover Key Peony continued Pinks, Bath’s continued P520 Red Hot Poker ß Í Full sun $16.00—1 gal. pot: $4.00—4 plants in a pack: Kniphofia uvaria ‘Flamenco’ ∏ Part sun/part shade P480 Flame—Hot pink single flowers with orange P498 Sternkissen ß—Pink-purple blossoms in the An exciting mixture of yellows, oranges and hot fiery Ó Shade tones. Strong stems. 24”h shape of stars bloom late spring, just above the reds from June to September. Fiery rocket-shaped $19.00—2 gal. pot: foliage. 3”h blooms with interesting shapes. Requires good ç drainage. 24–36”h Í∏‰ $1.50—2.5” pot Attractive foliage P481 Cora Stubbs ◊—Raspberry-pink flowers with P499 Pinks, Clusterhead ı Bird food source rich pink guard petals surrounding a large vanilla Dianthus carthusianorum P521 Rock Cress, Variegated ß ∫ ice cream scoop center. Fragrant Japanese-form Butterfly-friendly Hailing from the alpine meadows of central and south- Arabis caucasica ‘Variegata’ flowers over lush foliage, midseason. Vigorous † Cold-sensitive: east Europe, these tall growing pinks have small, deep Simple white four-petaled flowers on a compact mat habit. 30–36”h by 24”w keep above 40°F magenta blooms in clumps of up to 50 flowers. give off a sweet fragrance in early spring. Green leaves $19.00—2 gal. pot: Ç Culinary Upright, blooms June through frost. Good for cutting. edged with cream. Best in a sunny, east-facing site with P482 Coral Supreme ◊—Unusual, sought-after Í∏‰ ͉ ´ Edible flowers Best in well-drained soils. 24–36”h good drainage. 6”h by 12–16”w salmon-coral semi-double flowers. Vigorous and $1.50—2.5” pot $2.00—2.5” pot ˝ Ground cover a heavy bloomer. Early season. 36”h by 24–30”w P500 Pinks, Hardy Garden P522 Rock Rose ˙ Hummingbird-friendly P483 Pink Hawaiian Coral P. l a c t i f l o r a × peregrina ◊— Dianthus × allwoodii ‘Desmond’ Helianthemum nummularium ‘Ben More’  Medicinal Coral semi-double fragrant flower with rounded Does best with good drainage. Fully double, 2” bright From the Mediterranean, a cascade of luminous deep ‰ Rock garden petals forming a rose shape. Delicate yellow sta- mens and creamy carpels. Early season. APS Gold cherry red flowers are borne on sturdy stems over orange single-rose-like flowers with tufted yellow sta- Í∏ ‰ Medal Selection. 30–36”h by 30–36”w blue-green foliage. 14”h $2.00—2.5” pot mens on a mat of small leaves. Drought-tolerant. ˜ Minnesota native Spreading plants, good in hot, dry areas. 4”h by 15”w ß å U.S. native Peony, Memorial Day Paeonia officinalis P501 Pinks, Maiden ͉ $3.00—2.5” pot Dianthus deltoides ‘Brilliant’ Old-fashioned double peonies. Early blooming. Deer P523 Rockfoil ß ß Saturday restock resistant. 32”h Í∏¥ Brilliant crimson blooms in late spring and summer. Saxifraga arendsii ‘Purple Robe’ Ø Certified organic Mat forming, it makes a popular edging plant. 6–9”h $16.00—1 gal. pot: Í∏´˝ ¥ $1.50—2.5” pot Tufting soft, mossy plants with tiny reddish-purple Toxic to humans P484A Rosea Plena—Pink blooms with a spicy fragrance. flowers on 8” stems in May. Excellent on walls. A wel- See also MOSSY PINKS, page 7 P484B Rubra Plena—Deep red. come addition to your shady alpine or rock garden. 4”h See more PEONIES in Rare Plants, pages 6–7 P502 Poppy, Blue Meconopsis betonicifolia ß Í∏˝‰ $3.00—3.5” pot Periwinkle Vinca minor Is there a more beautiful bloom than the famous blue P524 Rose Mallow Hibiscus lasiocarpos poppy? Large satiny flowers in an amazing shade of About those Evergreen, trailing for shady areas, including slopes Grows along rivers and in bogs from California to true blue. This plant likes mulch, the north side of the stars… and woods. Tubular five-petaled flowers bloom in Indiana, bearing magnificent huge cream, pink or red house, and a sprinkling in the morning on hot days . Throughout, you will spring, then at times through fall. Does well under flowers, 4–6”across with a deep maroon eye. Fuzzy May be difficult to grow unless you live near the North notice plants that are shrubs or interplanted with spring bulbs; a good trailer foliage. Blooms July and August; loves loamy soil and Shore. These are first-year seedlings. 36”h ∏Ó marked with five stars for containers, too. Takes dry shade when established. moist conditions. 48–60”h Í∏Ó å$1.50—3.5” pot $1.50—2.5” pot (★★★★★). These plants Mowing it low after blooming every couple of years Í∏Ó˝¥ P525 Roseroot Rhodiola rhodantha have been awarded five helps keep it dense. Poppy, Iceland Papaver nudicaule stars by Heger, Lonnee, $2.50—2.5” pot: Blooms the first year in late spring and early summer. This Rocky Mountain native has succulent columns and Whitman in the P48BA Wojo’s Gem—Green and cream variegated A long-blooming poppy, with fragrant delicate flowers. topped by light to deep rose flower clusters in May and brand-new edition of ç 12–24”h Í¥ June. “Rhodiola” is Greek for “rose-like,” and refers to foliage with precious blue blooms. 4–8”h Íå Growing Perennials in Cold the fragrance of the roots. 10”h $1.50—2.5” pot $10.00—6 plants in a pack: $1.50—2.5” pot: Climates as one of the P485B Bowles Cunningham ß—Larger blue blooms. P503 Orange Sage, Flowering Salvia very best plants available 4–8”h by 10–14”w P504 Pink Upright plants with spikes of blooms. Easy to grow on the market. P486 Illumination ß—Golden centers with a green P505 Red and compact. Í∫˙ ç P506 Wonderland Mix ß edge. Very bright with a mottled look. 3–4”h $4.00—3.5” pot: P487 V. minor atropurpurea ß—Deep plum flowers in Poppy, Oriental Papaver orientale P526 Blue Hill, S. × sylvestris ◊—Vivid clear blue spring dot a thick mat of glossy dark green leaves. Spectacular early summer blooms. Large blossoms. spikes start blooming in June. Can be cut back for 1–4”h by 24–36”w Long-lived plants that do not like to be moved and a fall bloom. Drought tolerant. Rabbit and deer Phlox, Creeping Phlox stolonifera require good drainage. Í∏¥ resistant. 20–24”h Spreading plants absolutely covered with flowers in $1.50—2.5” pot: P527 May Night, S. nemorosa—Dark violet blue spikes. Reblooms. ***** 18”h April. Prefers moist soil. ***** 4–8”h Í∏˝ ∫å P507 Allegro ß—Dazzling scarlet, black-eyed flowers. P528 Snow Hill, S. × sylvestris ◊—Pure white frilly $2.00—2.5” pot: Shorter. 16”h ß flowers and olive green aromatic foliage. 14–16”h P488 Home Fires—Deep pink. P508 Beauty of Livermere —Dark oxblood red flow- P489 Sherwood Purple—Masses of purple. ers. 36–48”h Sage, Russian Perovskia atriplicifolia ß P509 Grape —Plum-colored with an almost white Open and wiry, with gray-green stems and clouds of Phlox, Moss Phlox subulata center, silvery foliage. 27”h ß tiny, violet flowers all over, summer through fall. Prune The foundation of the early spring rock garden. Low, P510 Pizzicato —Shorter, mixed colors. 20”h in March or April, cutting back to 6–12”. Í∏ spreading plants absolutely covered with flowers in P511 Royal Wedding ß—White with a black center. 30”h $3.00—3.5” pot: April. Neat mounds of juniper-like foliage for the rest P512 Victoria Louise ß—Huge salmon blooms. 36”h P529 Little Spire ß—Compact version of the classic with of the season. Can be sheared in summer to refresh the $6.00—4.5” pot: long bloomtime. Good for small gardens. 24”h foliage. Deer tend to avoid it. Prefers well-drained, P513 Königin Alexandra—Striking salmon pink blooms Í˝ ‰å sandy soil with regular water. with black centers. 24–30”h $3.00—4” pot: $10.00—6 plants in a pack: P530 Filigran—Soft, lacy presence in the garden. 36”h P514 Prairie Snowball Abronia fragrans ◊ ß P490 Appleblossom ß—Beautiful soft pink blossoms P531 P. atriplicifolia —The showy classic that was with a dark pink center. 4–6”h Almost spherical fragrant blossoms are usually white, 1995 Perennial Plant of the Year. 36–48”h sometimes with green, lavender or pink tones. Flowers P491 Millstream Daphne ß—Deep pink flowers with P532 Sandwort Arenaria ledebouriana darker throats. 6”h open in the evening and close in the morning. Trailing A very interesting little plant that, when not in bloom, P492 Oakington Blue Eyes ß—Pale lavender. 4–8”h habit. Sandy, well-drained soil. Heart’s Delight is Í∫å‰ looks something like a miniature mounding conifer. P493 Scarlet Flame ß—Dark magenta blooms with a another common name. 8–36”h Lush, mossy clumps spread outward as this diminutive darker magenta center. 4”h $1.50—2.5” pot groundcover eagerly creeps over the ground, filling the P494 White Delight—4–8”h Primrose Primula space between stepping stones. Small narrow leaves Sweet early spring blooms. They prefer cool tempera- See also the native PHLOX, page 51 and white five-petaled flowers. The stems root as they tures, a moist, rich humus soil and partial shade. They creep. Moist but well-drained soil a must. Needs win- appreciate full sun in the spring, but must have semi- P495 Pincushion Flower ter protection. 6”h Í∏˝ ‰ $2.00—2.5” pot Scabiosa atropurpurea ‘Chat Noir’ shade as the temperatures warm. ∏¥ Large, very dark red (almost black) white-tipped fully $1.50—2.5” pot: P533 Saxifrage, Maple-Leaved double flowers with a pleasant fragrance, resembling P515 Japanese, P. japonica ß—Fuzzy foliage in pleasing Mukdenia rossii ‘Crimson Fans’ delicate pincushions. Great cut flowers—the more you clumps, blooms in pink to white. 6–12”h Beautiful maple-like leaves that emerge green splashed cut, the more it blooms. A tough, hardy garden per- P516 Pacific Giant Mix, P. × polyantha ß—6”h with bright red and remain red all summer, turning former. Early to late summer bloomer. Requires good $2.50—2.5” pot: gold in the fall. White, bell-shaped flowers. Can be Í∏∫ drainage. 24–26”h $3.00—2.5” pot P517 Drumstick Primrose, P. denticulata—Dense clus- used as a ground cover or a specimen plant. From China. 12–14”h ∏Ó ç¥ $10.00—1 gal. pot P496 Pinks, Alpine Dianthus alpinus ß ters of flowers in red-purple to white above a whorl of textured leaves. 12–14”h Cushions of lance-shaped leaves with fragrant deep P534 Sea Holly, Amethyst pink to crimson or salmon 1.5” flowers. 3–4”h ͉ $9.00—1 gal. pot: Eryngium amethystinum $2.00—2.5” pot P518 Noverna Deep Blue, P. capitata ◊—Intense Beautiful blue spiny globes, leaves of steel blue. 24”h Pinks, Bath’s Dianthus gratianopolitanus deep blue-violet flower heads in June or July. Í $2.50—2.5” pot Powdery white stems and gray-green foliage. Best used in front of border or mixed into a rock garden. 10–12”h Sea Holly, Blue Eryngium Blooms are fragrant and long-lasting, with rebloom. An excellent feature plant and dramatic cut flower. Hot Tight mounds of evergreen, blue-green foliage with- P519 Prophet Flower Arnebia pulchra ß Í Í˝ ‰ sun and well-drained soil. stands light foot traffic; easy to grow. Cute yellow trumpets with five black spots bloom in $1.50—2.5” pot: $2.00—2.5” pot: late spring. Rare alpine species from the Caucasus and P535 Alpine, E. alpinum ß—Heart-shaped, deeply P497 Fire Witch ß—Evergreen, blue-green linear Northern Persia. Beautiful in the botanic gardens of Flowering Sage toothed glossy foliage with long conical purple- foliage. Showy, profuse, magenta blooms, spring Iceland; give it a try! Needs good drainage. 10”h Í∏ blue flowers surrounded by blue-gray bracts and through fall. Heat resistant and cold tolerant. ‰ $1.50—2.5” pot soft spines. 24”h Prefers well-drained soil. 2006 Perennial Plant of the Year. ***** 6”h www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 21 Garden Perennials Sea Holly, Blue continued P545 Solomon’s Seal, Dwarf Polygonatum humile P552B Spiny Star Coryphantha vivipara $3.00—2” pot: Lovely woodland creeper from Japan with glossy pleated leaves on A mini-sphere covered with star-shaped arrays of white 0.5–1” P536 Blue Glitter ◊—Shimmering blue pincushions bring arching stems. Greenish-white flowers dangle from the leaf axils spines and, when ready, 2” flowers in yellow, pink, magenta or much-needed color to that dry, sunny spot in your garden. late spring into early summer, becoming globular black fruit in late purple. A small pincushion cactus from the the Great Plains of Long-lasting cut or dried flowers. 24–36”h summer. Easy to grow. 6–8”h ∏Ó Â‰ $5.00—3.5” pot North Dakota. 5”h Íå‰ $4.00—2.5” pot $10.00—4.5” pot: Solomon’s Seal, Variegated Polygonatum P553 Spirea, Ash Leaf Sorbaria sorbifolia ‘Sem’ ß P537 Big Blue —4” iridescent blue flowers on branching blue Tiny white bell flowers hang below arching stems in spring. Makes a fine low hedge or accent plant with sumac-shaped leaves stems. Silver leaves. Blue throughout the summer. 24–30”h Adds wonderful airy contrast to areas with large-leaved plants that start out pinkish-red in spring then turn chartreuse and ∏Óç P538 Sea Holly, Dwarf Eryngium planum ‘Blue Hobbit’ like hostas. remain that way until frost. Covered with white blooms over a long summer season. Elegant, space-saving, and beautiful. 36”h ∏ The first dwarf sea holly. Very drought tolerant and grows well in $5.00—3.5” pot: $5.00—4.5” pot poor soils. Deeply toothed blue-green leaves. Silver-blue stems, P546 Variegatum, P. falcatum—Gracefully arching maroon stems Spurge, Cushion Euphorbia polychroma darker blue flowers, and spiny blue bracts bring nice texture to are lined with leaves that have been air-brushed with the garden. Great for edging. 8–12”h ͉ $3.00—3” plug streaks of white. Will quickly spread to make a large Great filler plants, in bloom or not. Needs well-drained soil. colony. 15–20”h Í∏ç˝¥ P539 Sea Thrift Armeria maritima ‘Bloodstone’ $8.00—1 quart pot: $1.50—2.5” pot: Neat evergreen clumps of grassy foliage with globe-shaped deep P547 Variegatum, P. multiflorum—Broader white to almost yellow P554 E. polychroma—Yellow bracts in early spring. Foliage turns pink flowers. Easy. Excellent for the front of the border. If the stripes. 24”h maroon in fall. ***** 16–24”h soil is too rich the plants won’t bloom as well. Good winter drainage is essential. 8–10”h Í∏ ˝ ‰ $2.00—2.5” pot See also the native SOLOMON’S SEAL, page 51 $6.00—4.5” pot: P555 Bonfire ß—This plant will stop you in your tracks with its P540 Shamrock, Purple ß Speedwell, Creeping Veronica color variation. It has deep purple, red and orange leaves Trifolium repens ‘Dark Dancer’ Tough, small-size creepers. Í∏∫‰ with crackling yellow bracts in spring. May need winter Nearly black leaves with green edging. A gorgeous and unusual $2.00—2.5” pot: protection. ***** 18”h addition to containers. Grown for its foliage: This isn’t your usu- P548 Giles van Hees—An upright but dwarf speedwell with pink P556 Squill, Siberian Scilla siberica ◊ al lawn clover. 4”h Í∏ç˝¥ $10.00—6 plants in a pack flowers from early summer through frost. ***** 6”h Nodding blue star-shaped blossoms work well under trees and P549 Siberian, V. porphyriana—A tough, creeping mat of rounded P541 Shooting Star, Giant Dodecatheon ‘A p h ro d i t e ’ shrubs, and with other spring bulbs. Seeds itself in a lawn and leaves with purple-blue 6–8” flower spikes. 6–12”h Intense purple-pink flowers on giant (for a shooting star) robust obligingly goes dormant when the lawn first needs mowing. $5.00—1 quart pot: Í∏ plants, blooms May-June. 20”h ∏Ó ˜‰ $9.00—1 quart pot Moist soil. Very hardy. Nice interplanted with hosta. 3–6”h P550 Golden Creeping, V. repens ‘Sunshine’ ß—Tiny white flow- ‰¥ $5.00—3.5” pot P542 Snow in Summer Cerastium tomentosum ß ers and gold-chartreuse foliage. 4”h Stonecrop see box, below Tufts of narrow, silver-gray leaves form a 6”-tall foliage mat. In $10.00—6 plants in a pack: late spring, stems carry clusters of white blooms that form a P551 Tu r k i s h , V. liwanensis ß—Round, glossy leaves and spikes of P589 Stork’s Bill, Yellow Erodium chrysanthum ◊ snow-like carpet. Great for interplanting with bulbs, as edging, abundant tiny blue flowers in spring. Drought-resistant Í˝‰ Sulphur yellow flowers with reddish veining and purple pistils. or in dry stone wall pockets. 6–12”h $1.50—2.5” pot plants form a thick green carpet you can even mow after From stony areas of Greece. Needs good drainage. 4–6”h by P543 Snowdrop Galanthus nivalis flowering. Try planting with spring bulbs. 1–2”h by 18”w 16”w ͉¥ $3.00—2.5” pot Earliest of spring blooms. Small white flowers hang down from P552A Spikenard, Golden Aralia cordata ‘Sun King’ Sundrops Oenothera the stalks like drops. Good for dry partial shade, as under a Red-brown stems lined with 6” bright-gold leaves bring a tropi- Cheery flowers in summer. Í∫ deciduous tree (they grow before the trees leaf out). This spring- cal look to any shady area. Tall spikes of white flowers are fol- $1.50—2.5” pot: blooming bulb will die back shortly after planting, but don’t fret, lowed by decorative black fruit. 48”h × 36”w Íå P590 Ozark, O. missouriensis ß—Large yellow blooms on some- it will come back next spring while the snow is still on the $6.00—2.5” pot ground. Plants will be going dormant at sale time or soon after. what trailing plants June through August. ***** 6–12”h ß 8–12”h Í∏‰¥ $5.00—3.5” pot P591 Pink, O. speciosa —A pink version of sundrops and it’s lovely! 12”h Stonecrop Sedum Í∏‰ ˝ ∫¥ see also annual Stonecrop, page 31 Perennial succulents. Fine Gardening called stonecrop the “most versatile, P582 Striatum, S. middendorfianium ◊ß— $5.00—1 quart pot: drought-tolerant, and easy-to-grow perennial, producing carpets of bloom Slender, slightly saw-toothed leaves are P573 Turkish Delight, S. ussuriense—Deepest edged in bronze which deepens to red in that look spectacular.” burgundy, almost black foliage and the fall. Yellow flowers in summer. 4”h carmine-red flower clusters. 4–6”h Creeping Stonecrop Upright Stonecrop $3.00—3.5” pot: $10.00—6 plants in a pack: Low-growing carpets of textured foliage and Dramatic, taller succulents are fall-blooming. P563 White Stonecrop, S. album ß—Semi- ß contrasting flowers. P574 Angelina, S. rupestre —Amazing, bril- Fragrant. Leave untrimmed for winter interest. creeping with white flowers from June to liant, golden conifer-shaped leaves on $1.50—2.5” pot: August. 8”h by 15”w trailing stems. Orange fall color. $1.50—2.5” pot: P557 Widow’s Cross ß Discovered in a private garden in Emperor’s Wave , S. pulchellum —Lush $4.00—1 quart pot: Ç P583 , S. telephium—Blue- green creeping foliage with brilliant rich Croatia. 6–8”h P564 Bertram Anderson, S. cauticola—Glossy green pointed leaves, dark stems and pink flowers in early summer. Tolerates P575 Blue Spruce, S. pinifolium ß—Cute! purple stems are cloaked with cool, dusty- reddish-purple flowers. The umbrella- shade and moist soil. Likes limestone Dense mats of blue-green pine-like lilac leaves. Hot rose-pink flowers contrast like flower heads bloom from August- walls. 8”h foliage. Yellow blooms. 2–4”h nicely in late summer. ***** 12”h September. 16–18”h P576 Carnea, S. spathulifolium ß—Miniature P565 Lidakense, S. cauticola—Great for rocks $2.00—2.5” pot: rosettes of silvery gray foliage tipped $2.00—2.5” pot: or walls. Compact mounds of rounded P558 October Daphne, S. sieboldii—Foliage is with crimson, bright yellow flowers. P584 Autumn Joy ß—Flowers open pink, blue to bronzy-red foliage with terminal attractive throughout the season with its 3–6”h turn salmon bronze on their way to cop- clusters of starry budded pink flowers in succulent pink-margined, blue-green ß per red. One of the U of M’s Tough and late summer. ***** 3–4”h P577 Chocolate Ball, S. hakonense —Great pads staying low to the ground. The pink color for your fall garden as cooler weath- Terrific perennials. Bred in Germany. flowers don’t appear until well into $4.00—4 plants in a pack: er changes the steel gray leaves to choco- 18”h autumn, for a great late-season point of ß late brown, highlighted with burgundy. P585 Neon, S. spectabile—Deep rose flower interest. 4”h P566 Fuldaglut (Fireglow) —Red-orange foliage and red flowers. Bred in Germany. Yellow blossoms add even more interest. clusters. Vibrant color. ***** 24”h P559 Gray —Evergreen blue-green S. platycladus 4”h Try it in a pot next to something paler or rosettes of leaves with large (for a Sedum) brighter for contrast. 6”h by 30”w $5.00—5.25” pot: P567 Golden Carpet, S. acre—Mat-forming, white flowers with pink centers. 3”h Dwarf Stonecrop ß P586 Garnet Brocade ß—Burgundy bronze yellow flowers in summer. Best in full P578 , S. humifusum — Creeping stems bearing light rosettes of foliage and garnet red flowers. Blooms $3.00—2.5” pot: sun. 2–3”h tightly overlapped green leaves, aging to late summer to fall. 14”h by 18”w P560 Corsican, S. dasyphyllum var. glandulifer- P568 Kamtchatka, S. kamtchaticum—Yellow red. Bright yellow flowers are the size of um ◊—Does your fairy garden, bonsai flowers in early summer. Green leaves. the leaf rosettes. Very sweet. 1”h $6.00—4.5” pot: or trough need a teeny-tiny groundcov- More shade tolerant. ***** 6”h ß P579 Lizard, S. rubens ◊ß—Forming small P587 Xenox —Green foliage tinged with a er? Foliage color ranges from light blue P569 Kamtchatka, Variegated, S. balls of succulent, needle-like leaves, this grayed purple in spring, deepening to a to gray to mauve-lilac. White flowers ß kamtchaticum variegatum —Yellow flow- low growing sedum is an excellent burgundy-purple. Flat, rose flowers keep with pink tinge. Requires excellent ers in early summer, variegated leaves. accent for your rock or dish gardens. their shape past the first frost. Blooms drainage. 2”h by 14”w More shade tolerant. ***** 6”h 3–5”h July–September. ***** 10–14”h P561 Woodland, S. ternatum—Strong spreader P570 Stone Orpine, S. reflexum—Blue-green P580 Miniature, S. requieni ◊ß— with white flowers and green foliage. $11.00—1 gal. pot: leaves, yellow blooms. Best in full sun. Something new for your rock or fairy Shade tolerant. 3–4”h å P588 Thundercloud ◊—A dwarf upright 4–6”h garden. This indestructable groundcover sedum that you will want to grow just for P571 Tricolor, S. spurium ß—Flat, rounded 1” forms an evergreen mat of tiny leaves $3.00—3.5” pot: its frilly foliage, but wait until you see the leaves are white, pink and shades of covered in yellow-white flowers in early ß starry white blossom heads. 8”h P562 White Diamond, S. pachyclados — green. Star-shaped pink blooms all sum- summer. 1”h Low-growing hummocks of tiny glau- mer. 4–6”h by 12”w Old Man’s Bones ◊ß cous, blue-green rosettes bear attractive, P581 , S. globosum — See also ANNUAL STONECROP, page 31 P572 Voodoo, S. spurium ß—Sprawling large white flowers. Sparkles like dia- Like a packed collection of green rat- groundcover contrasts brilliant rose-red, monds after each rainfall. From the tlesnake rattles or columns of fat beads. star-like blooms with rich burgundy mountains of Afghanistan. Full sun. 6”h Acquires a bronzy red cast later in the rounded foliage. Eye-catching. 4–6”h by season. Yellow star flowers in early sum- 24”w mer. 2–4”h by 8–12”w 22 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Garden Perennials Visa, MasterCard & Discover P592 Sunflower, Downy Helianthus mollis P596 Thistle, Globe Echinops ritro ß P611 Trumpet Flower, Scarlet Soft, gray-green foliage covered with fine hairs. Buds are silver, opening to dark blue globes June–July. Ipomopsis aggregata Lemony yellow, 3–4” flowers August–September are Long, prickly leaves. Flower are perfect spheres against Showy spikes of intense red tubular flowers in July and highly attractive to butterflies. Goldfinches will come dramatic leaves. 24–48”h Í $1.50—2.5” pot August. An old-fashioned biennial favorite that and devour the seeds later on. Very drought tolerant. Í∫˙å Thyme, Creeping Thymus serpyllum reseeds. 72”h $2.50—2.5” pot Midwestern native that will spread slowly by rhizomes ◊ if kept dry, faster with water. 48–60”h Í∏ ∫Âå¥ Spreading herb with carpet-like appearance. Releases a P612 Tulip, Wild Tulipa tarda $1.50—2.5” pot spicy aroma when stepped on. Very hardy and extreme- Prized for centuries, these spritely white and yellow ly drought tolerant. May be mowed. Í ˝ ´‰∫ mini tulips will give you spring pleasure for many P593 Sweet Flag, Variegated ß $1.50—2.5” pot: years to come. Four to six blossoms per stem. Reseeds. Acorus gramineus ‘Ogon’ Í∏‰ ¥ P597 Mother-of-Thyme ß—3–6”h 4–6”h $2.00—2.5” pot Dwarf mops of fragrant glossy pale green and yellow $2.00—2.5” pot: striped foliage. Grass-like plants are nice for shallow P613 Tunic Flower Petrorhagia saxifraga pond margins or miniature water features. For wet areas. P598 Variegated—Light golden edges on green leaves. Saxifrage-like groundcover. Clouds of pink flowers on Fragrant when bruised. 10”h Í∏ $2.00—3.5” pot 3”h tangled mats. Almost ever-blooming and so easy to $4.00—4 plants in a pack: grow. 4–6”h by 24”w Í˝‰ $4.00—3.5” pot See also the native SWEET FLAG, page 51 ß P599 Pink Chintz —Very floriferous. 3”h Turtlehead, Pink Chelone lyonii P594 Sweet William ß $10.00—6 plants in a pack: Pink flowers in August and September. Deep green ◊ß Dianthus barbatus ‘Noverna Mix’ P600 Spicy Orange —Crush the light green shiny foliage with red stems. Best in moist soil. Í∏å Old-fashioned beauty and fragrance. Easy to grow needle-like foliage of this groundcover and you $2.00—2.5” pot: biennial. Blooms in spring. 15–24”h Í∏˝ will know why it is also prized for cooking. Pink P614 Hot Lips ß—***** 24–30”h $1.50—2.5” pot flowers attract butterflies in early summer. 2–3”h Ç P615 Pink Temptation ß—15”h P595 Sweet Woodruff Galium odoratum ß ß See also the native WHITE TURTLEHEAD, page 52 Sweetly fragrant tiny white flowers. Blooms May–June. P601 Thyme, Miniature Thymus minus Sometimes used to stuff pillows, leading to good Tiny creeping thyme, the thickness of green paint. P616 Violet Viola koreana dreams! Strong spreader, will grow in those difficult Purple-pink flowers in June. Tough enough for a gar- Decorative silver-marbled heart-shaped leaves with places. 6”h Í∏Ó´˝Â $4.00—4 plants in a pack den path, cute enough for a trough. 0.25”h by 8”w Í blue-violet blossoms. May reseed, but is never a prob- ˝´‰ $4.00—4 plants in a pack lem. 6–12”h Í∏ç´ $2.00—2.5” pot

P602 Thyme, Wooly ß See also the native VIOLETS, page 52 Water Plants Thymus pseudolanuginosus Viper’s Bugloss Echium Ground-hugging perennial, good for planting in P624 Arrowhead, White-Flowered Sagittaria latifolia Bristly spikes of color from Europe. Í¥ crevices, draping down walls and growing between Large wide arrowhead-shaped leaves. White buttercup-type blooms. $2.00—2.5” pot: Oxygenator, competes with algae. Edible, starchy roots were used by Lewis pavers. Smells great to walk on but it won’t take heavy ͘ traffic. 3”h Í˝‰ $3.00—3.5” pot P617 Common, E. vulgare—Blossoms open rose and and Clark for flour on their expedition. 12–24”h $9.00—5.25” pot then turn blue. Looks cute, but watch out for the P625 Cardamom Elettaria cardamomum Toad Lily, Japanese Tricyrtis sharp prickles. Blooms June–July. 36”h P618 Aromatic brown seeds. 24” lance-shaped smooth leaves. Small white or yellow Intriguing small, orchid-like flowers in fall. Prefers Red, E. russicum—A rosette of furry silver leaves flowers with purple veins in spring. Keep moist. Winter indoors. 36–120”h moist soil, forming colonies in good sites. Protect from from which emerge thick flower spikes of bur- ÓÇ $9.00—6” pot early frost so you don’t miss the flowers on this late gundy-fuchsia blooms. 24”h bloomer. Native to China and Japan. ∏ Water Plants see box at left P626 Cattail, Dwarf Typha minima $1.50—3.5” pot: Spiky foliage for shallows. Small, round chocolate-brown catkins. Perfect for P603 T. h i r t a ß—Mauve with spots. 24”h P619 Winecups, Fringed ◊ tubs and small ponds. Plant 1–4” below surface. 24–36”h Í∏ $6.00—4.5” pot: Callirhoe digitata $7.00—5.25” pot P604 Samurai, T. h i r t a ß—Purple blossoms with dark Crepe paper 2” magenta flowers in June and July. Airy P627 Equisetum hyemale Horsetail purple spots and yellow throats. Variegated foliage. Enjoys poor dry soil. Sprawling low plants for Spreading marsh plant with unique jointed stems. Very nice interplanted with foliage with creamy gold edge. Blooms August- an informal look. 24–36”h Í $3.00—2.5” pot astilbes. With no competition, may become invasive. 24–36”h Í∏˜¥ ç September. 18–24”h P621 Yellow Archangel $8.00—5.25” pot P605 Tojen, T. h i r t a ß—White to light pink unspotted Lamiastrum galebdolon ‘Hermann’s Pride’ P628 Hyacinth, Water Eichornia crassipes flowers in late summer. 24–36”h Attractive green and sliver foliage with long, ground- Floating plant with hollow bulbed stems and delicate lavender flowers. $7.00—1 quart pot: hugging stems. Nonspreading. Bright yellow flowers in Excellent water clarifier. Tropical, will not survive winter. Can be grown in a P606 Gilt Edge, T. f o r m o s a n a —Large, vigorous plant Í spring. 8–24”h Í∏Ó $4.00—4 plants in a pack large bowl or tub. $6.00—bagged with gold-edged leaves. Attractive lavender flow- ç P629 Palm, Umbrella Cyperus alternifolius ers in the fall. 24–36”h Yucca Yucca Emergent plant, excellent for tubs or landscaped ponds. Exotic winter house- Trillium Trillium A dramatic spiky plant that sends up a giant flower plant; keep pot in a saucer of water. 60–84”h Í∏ $9.00—8” pot stalk with large bell-shaped ivory flowers. Dense, Spring-blooming woodland wild flowers with whorled mounded clumps of leaves. Í´å P630 Papyrus, Dwarf Cyperus haspan sets of three leaves. Cannot tolerate full sun. Give tril- liums a rich, deep, rather moist soil and year-round $1.50—2.5” pot: Emergent plant, excellent for tubs or landscaped ponds. Exotic winter house- ∏Óå P622 Soapweed, Y. glauca—This is the plant that is Í∏ leaf mulch. plant; keep pot in a saucer of water. Syn. C. isocladus. 18”h native to the drier sites of the great plains. $9.00—5.25” pot $5.00—4.5” pot: ∫ ß 36–72”h See also PAPYRUS, KING TUT, page 40 P607 Red, T. erectum —Maroon-red recurved flowers held above the leaves. 12”h $9.00—1 gal. pot: ◊ß P631 Pickerel Rush Pontederia cordata P608 Yellow, T. l u t e u m ß—Uniquely shaped yellow P623 Color Guard, Y. filamentosa —Add architec- Spikes of lilac-blue flowers. Leaf blades mostly heart-shaped. Thick stems flowers nestled in the center of mottled foliage. tural drama to your garden year-round. Green, creep in mud. This excellent native shallow water plant is a mainstay of north- 12”h sword-shaped leaves with ribs of canary gold take ern water gardens. 12–35”h ͘ $13.00—8” pot on a pink tinge in cool weather. White flower See more TRILLIUM, pages 7 and 52 spikes can reach six feet. 36–72”h Water Lily Pontederia cordata The blooms of these hardy water lilies usually float on the water and have 25 or more petals. $29.00—7” pot: P632 Chromatella ◊—Primrose yellow with maroon and green pads. Needs only 3–4 hours of sun. 36–48”w, 8–12” depth Í P633 Patio Joe ◊—Vigorous, with 27 salmon-colored petals. Pads are pur- ple-green and mottled. 48”w, 8–12” depth Í∏ Nominate a garden Saint Paul and Minneapolis sponsor awards for gardens that beautify our cities. Nominate your favorites! You’ll need a photo and a few words explaining why.

More Plants for Damp Areas Blooming Saint Paul Minneapolis: Metro Blooms Arborvitae, S004–S010 Hibiscus, P278–281 Moneywort, P454 Blueberry, F010–F017 Iris, Blue Flag, N106 Monkey Flower, A394, CATEGORIES: CATEGORIES: Boneset, N047 Iris, Copper P357 N137 business/institutional; boulevard; raingarden; Buttercup, P095 Iris, Dwarf Wild, P361 Papyrus, King Tut, A609 residential; residential; business; Calla, U060–U061 Iris, Japanese, P362 Rose of Sharon, S126 environmental; congregation; Steeple Bush, N184 Canna, A112–120 Iris, Siberian, P363–368 vegetable; public public building; Cardinal Flower, Joe Pye Weed, N111–113 Sweet Potato Vine, N058–N059 Joseph’s Coat, A524–527 (maintained by volunteers); art in the apartment or condo; Daylilies, P183–P208 A319–A322 Sweet Flag, P593, N187 garden; gardening advocate award container/window box Elephant Ears, A596–598 Lily, Michigan, N117 Plus many of the native wild Forget-Me-Nots, P242 Lingonberry, F039–F040 flowers, sedges and grasses ONLINE NOMINATION FORM: ONLINE NOMINATION FORM: Ginger, Variegated A601 Marsh Marigold, N125 www.stpaul.gov/forms.aspx?FID=143 www.metroblooms.org/nominate.php Globe Flower, P255–P256 Mint, H085–H096 Deadline: 6/25/12. Sponsored by the Pioneer Press www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 23

Vegetables want to grow in full sun Í unless otherwise noted. Vegetables Bareroot vegetables are found on the tables in the Vegetable section (NOT in Bareroots). Amaranth Amaranthus V020 Cabbage, Napa ß Eggplant continued These tasty relatives of the familiar ornamental plant Brassica rapa subsp. pekinensis ‘Chinese Blue’ $2.00—3.5” pot: can be eaten like spinach. Just cut and they grow again. Tender and delicious. Elongated cabbage leaves are V042 Thai Green ◊ß—Long slender 12” fruits with $2.00—4 plants in a pack: lighter in color than other Chinese cabbages. Slow bolt- tender light-green skin (no need to peel). Mild, V001 Callaloo, A. tricolor ◊ß—Specialty greens with ing, F1 hybrid. 57 days. $2.00—4 plants in a pack white flesh absorbs flavors well. Prolific and drought resistant. 70–80 days. 3–5” leaves resembling a sweeter spinach. Diced V021 Cabbage, Red ß V043 Udumalapet ◊ß—Light green and purple or shredded they are eaten steamed for breakfast, Brassica oleracea ‘Ruby Perfection’ lunch, or dinner, or used in many popular tropical striped tear-dropped shaped eggplant from India dishes such as Jamaican pepperpot with okra. The Beautiful in spring containers with flowers, too. ripens to golden-yellow with lavender stripes. young shoots are edible, too. Rich in nutrients. $2.00—4 plants in a pack Heavy yields of tender fruit, best eaten when 12–15”h V022 Cabbage, Savoy Brassica oleracea ß about 3” long. 80–90 days. $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Brussels Sprouts $4.00—6 plants in a pack: A crinkly-leafed version, tender and sweet and beauti- ß V002 Yin Tsai, A. viridis ß—High in protein, Yin Tsai is ful in the garden. Great for stuffed cabbage. 90 days V044 Little Fingers —68 days. commonly eaten in parts of Asia, Africa and the $2.00—4 plants in a pack $2.50—3.5” pot: Mediterranean. Strong growing plants with flow- V045 Swallow ß—The best, earliest, Japanese-type Cauliflower Brassica oleracea var. botrytis ers in spikes and red-veined leaves. 15”h eggplant with long, dark, narrow fruits. Very pro- V003 Arugula Eruca sativa ß $2.00—4 plants in a pack: lific. 51 days. V023 Candid Charm ß—White. 65 days. Smoky greens. ´Í∏ $2.00—4 plants in a pack V046 Flower Sprouts ß◊ $4.00—6 plants in a pack: Brassica oleracea ‘Kaleidoscope Mix’ Asparagus Asparagus officinalis V025 Graffiti ß—Largest and darkest of the purple cau- Cross between Brussels sprouts and kale. Grows like Asparagus is one of the few perennial vegetables, liflowers, the color intensifies in full sun. Keeps Brussels sprouts, but leaves remain open rather than which you can expect to produce for many decades. most of its color when cooked, especially if you producing a ball shape. Pretty and nutritious! 90 days. Prepare the soil well with plenty of composted manure. add a bit of lemon juice or vinegar. 80–90 days. Í∏ $4.00—6 plants in a pack Harvest after the third season of planting. V026 Celeriac ß V047 Ground Cherry Physalis pruinosa ß $2.00 each—bareroot: Apium graveolens ‘Giant Prague’ V004 Jersey Knight—Larger spears; said to be the best This cousin of the tomato grows in small bushes with Plant produces 5” round crisp, white celery-flavored producer. fruits encapsulated in inflated pods. Excellent in salsa, roots. Excellent in soups and stews or in vegetable V005 Purple Passion—Purple spears larger, sweeter and the “cherries” can be used like little tomatoes. † juice. Can be shredded for use in salads or slaws. 110 more tender than more common green varieties. $1.50—3.5” pot days. Í $2.00—4 plants in a pack Can be eaten raw; turns green when cooked. Kale Brassica oleracea var. acephala Í∏ Celery Apium graveolens V006 Bitter Melon ß Kale is great in salads, as well as roasted or steamed. $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Momordica charantia ‘Delica Thorn’ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: V027 Giant Red ◊ß—Emerald green leaves with Bumpy, oblong fruit is crunchy and watery in texture, ß red stalks. This heirloom celery is said to be easi- V048 Vates —Blue curled. 12–24”h similar to cucumber or green bell pepper. Used in ◊ß er to grow than the green varieties. 85–95 days. V049 White Russian —Frilled leaves with white soups, stir fries and medicinal teas. This Chinese vine 12–18”h and green veins. The most cold tolerant and bolts has deeply cut foliage and fragrant pale yellow flowers; V028 Tall Utah ß—Medium green stalks and leaves. later in the spring than other kales. Tender and Cabbage worth growing for itself. If you let the fruit mature, it 110 days. 11–12”h sweet, regarded as one of the best tasting kales. turns orange and then slowly splits open revealing 50–60 days. scarlet seeds. Vining. $2.00—3.5” pot ß V029 Celery, Chinese $3.00—4 plants in a pack: V007 Bok Choi Brassica rapa ‘Joi Choi’ ß Apium ‘Tianjin Green’ V050 Winterbor ◊—Cold-tolerant thick, blue-green Thought to be the oldest of the Asian greens, it has Large leaves with small stalks, used in Asian and ruffled leaves. Regrows vigorously for successive been cultivated since at least the 5th century. Stalks French cooking rather than eaten raw. Prefers cooler harvests. F1 hybrid, 60 days. Í are mild and crunchy and the leaves pleasantly tangy; weather. 12–18”h $4.00—6 plants in a pack $4.00—6 plants in a pack: each has different cooking times, so it’s like getting See also CELERY, CUTTING on page 8 V051 Dinosaur Kale, ‘Lacinato’ ß—The flavor is sweet two vegetables for the price of one. V030 Chard, Swiss ß and mild, particularly after frosts. Highly nutri- $2.00—4 plants in a pack tious and ornamental. Very dark blue-green Beta vulgaris cicla ‘Bright Lights’ Broccoli Brassica oleracea var. italica ´Í∏ leaves 10–18” in length and curled under at the Brightly colored stems in red, yellow, violet, pink, and edges. The leaves have a heavily corrugated tex- $2.00—3.5” pot: orange. Dark green textured leaves. Great ornamental ture, but are smooth to the touch. 60–70 days. V008 Premium Crop ß—9” heads. 58 days. Ø value. Harvest can begin in four to five weeks for 36”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: young salad greens. Harvest mature leaves just above V052 Garden Mixer ß—Two each of ‘Lacinato’, ‘Blue V009 Loose-Head, Di Ciccio—So tender and sweet, the soil line so that they can grow back for multiple Scotch Vates Curled’, and ‘Red Russian’. Í∏ ß you’ll want to eat it raw. A cut-and-come-again harvests. 20”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack V053 Redbor —Deep red-purple extremely frilly variety with one small head and lots of side flo- Chinese Red Noodle Bean see page 27 leaves. Tastes good and makes a beautiful gar- rets for several weeks. Italian heirloom. 24–48”h nish, too. Often grown purely as an ornamental. V010 Premium Crop ß—9” heads. 58 days. V031 Collards Brassica oleracea var. acephala ß Plant it with orange daisies or poppies. 36”h ß V011 Romanesco —Unusual lime-green spiral florets The classic dark-green leafy vegetable, packed with Kohlrabi Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes that form fascinating pinnacle heads with a vitamins and fiber. Big plants: allow lots of space in the Kohlrabi is a bit of a mystery if you haven’t grown or superb distinctive flavor. Harvest when the heads garden. Í∏ $2.00—4 plants in a pack eaten it. Not a root vegetable: It’s grown for its round are approximately 4–6” in diameter. 90 days. V032 Cuke-nuts Melothria scabra ß bulbous stems, which taste like broccoli accented by V012 Broccoli, Cabbage and Delicious, crisp little cucumbers, these 1–2” cukes look radish. Eaten raw, with or without peeling, sliced or Cauliflower Mix Brassica oleracea ß just like mini watermelons. A delicate but productive diced in salads or on vegetable platters, grated into Two each of broccoli ‘Premium Crop’, cauliflower vine that clambers through the garden. Excellent for slaws, steamed or boiled like broccoli. The fresh greens ‘Snow Crown’, and cabbage ‘Stonehead’. ´ popping into your mouth as is or for pickling. Prefers are also good cooked. $4.00—6 plants in a pack fertile, well-drained soil. † $1.50—3.5” pot $2.00—4 plants in a pack: V054 ß Eggplant ß◊ Eggplant Solanum melongena † Early Purple Vienna —Purplish outside with V013 Broccoli, Chinese greenish white flesh. 60 days. Brassica ‘Green Lance’ $1.50—3.5” pot: V055 Giant—Heirloom from Czechoslovakia. Doesn’t Also called Chinese kale, gai lohn, kai lan and pak kah V033 Classic ß get woody. But does get huge and stores well. nah. Great in stir-fries. 45–60 days. 24–36”h ´Í∏ V036 Listada de gandia ß—Stunning 8” oval fruits are V056 Grand Duke ß—Green. $4.00—6 plants in a pack white with lavender striping. Listada means ß striped. Heirloom with heavy yields. 80–90 days V057 Leeks ß V014 Broccoli, Purple V037 Neon ß—3–4” eggplants ripen to deep pink. Allium ampeloprasum ‘Rikor’ ´Í∏ Brassica oleracea ‘Violet Queen’ Good flavor, and does well in cooler, short sum- Many plants per pot; separate when planting. Leave Royal purple heads, excellent for salads and dips. mer climates where most eggplant varieties don’t some of this biennial to over-winter in the garden. ´ Cooks up green. 55 days. $2.00—4 plants in a pack grow. 60–65 days. $1.50—3.5” pot V038 Rosa Bianco ß—Italian heirloom variety with Brussels Sprouts Brassica oleracea Lettuce Lactuca sativa white and lavender streaked teardrop fruits. Good Diane Ott Whealy of Seed Savers Exchange recom- Cold-tolerant: Frost actually improves the flavor. Í∏ for baking, slicing and stuffing. 75 days. mends seeding or planting colorful lettuces near the ß $2.00—4 plants in a pack: V039 Round Mauve —Nicely colored variety from base of tulips in spring to hide the tulip foliage. Í∏ V015 Falstaff Red ß—Purple-red sprouts with a China, dusky streaks of purple on white. Best for $2.00—4 plants in a pack: milder, nuttier flavor than most green sprouts. eating when fruits are the size of tennis balls. V058 Amish Deer Tongue ß—1840s heirloom named Color retained when cooked. 98 days Compact plants do well in pots. 80–90 days for its triangular, pointed leaves. Heat tolerant V016 Jade Cross ß—1.5” deep green sprouts. 85 days. $2.00—3.5” pot: and less prone to bolting. Thin midribs, good tex- ß Cabbage, Green Brassica oleracea V040 Little Fingers —Slim, dark purple eggplants in ture and pleasantly sharp flavor. clusters of three or more can be harvested when ß $2.00—3.5” pot: V059 Bibb no longer than your little finger. However, you V060 Forellenschluss ß—Austrian heirloom whose V017 Stonehead ß—Ø can also let them grow longer at no sacrifice to name means “speckled like a trout.” Gorgeous and $2.00—4 plants in a pack: their mild, sweet taste. Delicious stir-fried, tasty romaine splashed in deep red. 55–65 days. Ø V018 Copenhagen ß grilled, or even pickled. 68 days. V061 Green Leaf, ‘Grand Rapids’ ß—Darker leaves. V041 Thai ‘Kermit’ ß—Compact plant produces 2” ◊ß V019 Cabbage, Miniature ß V062 Lolla Rossa —Italian frilled loose-leaf let- round green fruit with white stripes. 60 days. tuce has 5–8” dark red leaves with a light green Brassica oleracea ‘Caraflex’ base. Mild flavor. 55 days. Kohlrabi Cone-shaped pointed cabbages. Nice size for smaller V063 Merlot ß—Frilly burgundy (nearly purple) gardens and containers. $2.00—4 plants in a pack leaves. 55 days. 6–8”h 24 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com

Vegetables want to grow in full sun Í unless otherwise noted. Vegetables Bareroot vegetables are found on the tables in the Vegetable section (NOT in Bareroots). Key Lettuce Lactuca sativa Í∏ V083 Peanuts ß V140 Rhubarb Í Full sun $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Arachis hypogaea ‘Jumbo Virginia’ Rheum rhubarbarum ‘Victoria’ ∏ Part sun/part shade V064 Red Leaf, ‘Red Sails’ ß High yields of large plump peanuts. The best variety Edible red stalks (the red petioles) are tart. Great for Ó Shade V065 Romaine ß for northern climates. Delicious when roasted. High in pies and preserves. Large, green leaf blades are poison- V066 Yugoslavian Red Butterhead ß—Ruby tinged protein. Try making your own homemade peanut but- ous. Vigorous grower. 30–42”h $4.00 each—bareroot leaves form loose decorative heads 10–12” wide. ter. 120 days. † $1.50—3.5” pot ç Attractive foliage V141 Rutabaga Interior leaves are creamy yellow-green dappled ı Bird food source Peppers see below and page 25 with red. Sweet buttery flavor. 58 days. 4–8”h Brassica napobrassica ‘Wilhelmsburger’ ∫ Butterfly-friendly $3.00—4 plants in a pack: V132 Popcorn, Strawberry ß Delicious yellow root vegetable. Excellent for cold stor- † Cold-sensitive: age. 90 days. 12–20”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack V067 Mixed organic—‘Greenstar’ green leaf, ‘New Red Zea mays ‘Strawberry Popcorn’ keep above 40°F Fire’ red leaf, ‘Pirat’ red bibb, and ‘Adriana’ green Small, red strawberry-shaped ears of corn are good for V142 Salsify, Black Ç Culinary bibb. Ø popping and gorgeous for fall decorations. Two to four Scorzonera hispanica ‘Hoffmann’s Schwarze Pfahl’ ´ Edible flowers † $4.00—6 plants in a pack: ears per stalk. 100 days. $4.00—6 plants in a pack Improved variety of a traditional perennial root veg- ˝ Ground cover ß V068 Mixed —‘Majestic Red’ romaine, ‘Revolution’ See also CORN, via Seed Savers Exchange, page 29 etable. It has straight black roots up to 36” long with ˙ Hummingbird-friendly red leaf, ‘Royal Oakleaf’, ‘Monet’ curled green, firm white uniquely flavored insides. It is said to taste  Medicinal ‘Forellenschluss’ speckled romaine, and ‘Sweet Potato Solanum tuberosum like nuts, asparagus, and oyster! Dig roots in October ‰ Rock garden Valentine’ bibb. $1.50—3.5” pot: or leave in the ground all winter. Keeps extremely long ß V069 Malabar Spinach ß V133 All Blue —Deep blue skin and flesh with a thin time if intact. The young leaves and flowers can also be ˜ Minnesota native white line just under the skin. Good for baking or eaten raw or cooked. Showy large double yellow daisy Basella alba var. rubra frying, or make lavender mashed potatoes. Easy flowers a bonus. 100–120 days 24” Í∏ å U.S. native Unusual edible climber with large, reddish, glossy, sen- to grow. Good keeper. 90–110 days. $2.00—4 plants in a pack suous leaves and stems. This plant gets a lot of com- V134 Austrian Crescent ß—Fingerling potato with yel- ß V143 Scallions Allium fistulosum ß Saturday restock ments in our garden at the State Fair. In the heat of low skin and flesh. Long tubers good for boiling, ¥ Toxic to humans summer when all of the garden spinach turns bitter, steaming or salads. 81–90 days. Evergreen hardy white bunching onion. Perennial. One ´ Malabar spinach is at its best. The leaves taste remark- V135 Desiree ß—Red skinned, creamy-yellow flesh. of the first fresh foods in April. $1.50—3.5” pot ably like traditional spinach and can be harvested gener- Disease-resistant heirloom potato from the V144 Shallots Allium ascalonicum ß ously. This is one of the plants used by Hmong cooks. Netherlands. 90–100 days. A connoisseur’s onion with gentle flavor. Multiple Also nice in a container with annual flowers. Í∏ ´ V136 Yukon Gold ß—Yellow skinned, firm golden plants per pot; separate when planting. ´ $3.00—3.5” pot flesh. Early bearing potato. 65–75 days. Melon, Cantaloupe Cucumis melo $1.50—3.5” pot V137 Radicchio Raddichio ‘Indigo’ ß V145 Sunchoke ß The superstar of early muskmelons. † Dark purple chicory—great for salads. Helianthus tuberosus ‘Stampede’ $1.50—3.5” pot: $4.00—6 plants in a pack Harvest edible tubers in spring or fall; cook or roast V070 Minnesota Midget ß—Extra early. Vines seldom Ramps Allium tricoccum ◊ like potatoes, or eat raw for their crunchy sweetness. over 3’ long. Round fruits are 3.5” to 4” in diame- Bright yellow daisy flowers in late summer smell like ter with thick, golden-yellow flesh. Edible to the Native wild leeks, usually found growing in woodlands, chocolate. Perennial that will spread, so plant in an rind with high sugar content. Introduced by U of have inspired cooks for generations. Garlic flavored with area where it is contained unless you plan to harvest it M in 1948. 60–75 days. broad green leaves and deep purple to burgundy bulbs. Harvest in early spring. Entire plant is edible, though if heavily. Great on the alley side of a garage. 96–120”h $2.00—3.5” pot: only leaves are harvested, plant will produce clusters of ∫ $3.00—3.5” pot ß V071 EarliQueen —3.5 to 4 pound, round melons. small white flowers in June. Sow the shiny black seeds Ø Thick, sweet, orange flesh. 80 days. 1” deep to increase your crop. 8–12”h ∏Ó ˜´ $2.50—3.5” pot: $5.00—3.5” pot: $6.00—6 plants in a pack: ◊ß V072 Fast Break —Early cantaloupe with ribbed V138 Ramsey County V139 W. Virginia source ß fruit that can grow to 4 pounds. 65 days. source ß V073 Melon, Jenny Lind ͆ Cucumis melo ‘Jenny Lind’ Hot Peppers Capsicum annuum Known in the Philadelphia markets before 1840 and named after a popular singer of that era. Small 2–2.5 Many shapes and degrees of heat, which are measured $2.00—3.5” pot: pound fruits are slightly ribbed and have a striking † in Scoville units. V098 Habanero, White ß small button or knob on the blossom end. Whitish- V099 Hot Purple ß—Ornamental hot pepper with green flesh is moderately thin, sweet and juicy. 70 $1.50—3.5” pot: purple-green foliage, violet flowers and dark pur- days. 70 days. † $1.50—3.5” pot V084 Anaheim ß—7” fruits, only mildly hot. Good for canning, stuffing, freezing or drying. ple fruit which matures to red. Fruit is very hot. ß Hot White ß V074 Mesclun Mixed species V085 Birdseye Chili ß—Don’t let its 1” size fool you: V100 —Small, round, lantern-shaped A mix of greens for interesting salads. Í∏ this pepper packs a ton of heat. Various colors of white fruit. Fruit is extremely hot. Jalapeño ß $4.00—6 plants in a pack red, yellow, green, purple and black. 90 days. V101 —Prolific and early. 3” fruits go from Jenny Lind Melon dark green to red hot. Hottest when red. Mustard Greens Brassica juncea Í∏ 72”h Ø V086 Cayenne, Red ß—Vigorous plants with slender 2,500–5,000 Scoville units. Korean Dark Green ◊ß Spunky, peppery leaves, packed with vitamins and flavor. fruits 5–10” long, good dried or pickled. Heat: V102 —Heirloom with $2.00—4 plants in a pack: 30,000–50,000 Scoville units (hot!)  3–4” green to red fruit and moderate heat. Great in kimchee and other Korean dishes. 69–80 days V075 Green ß V087 Fish Pepper ß—Pre-1870s African-American $4.00—6 plants in a pack: heirloom. Ornamental green and white variegated $2.00—4 plants in a pack: foliage. Pendant fruits, 2–3” long, ripen from V076 Mizuna Frilly Mixed Colors ß—Red, gold and V103 Hungarian Wax ß—6–8” long and 2” across, cream with green stripes to orange with brown purple. Vigorous, easy, and slow to bolt. 14–16”h sets fruit even in cool weather. Also called Hot stripes to all red. Perfect for salsa. Moderately Banana. V077 Okra, Red ß hot. 80 days. 18–24”h ç V104 Jalapeño ß—Prolific and early. 3” fruits go from V088 Habanero, Orange ß—Small flattened bell Abelmoschus esculentus ‘Red Burgundy’ dark green to red hot. Hottest when red. shape. Green when immature. Heat: Highly ornamental plants with green leaves and red 2,500–5,000 Scoville units. 24–36”h 200,000–300,000 Scoville units (very hot!) stems. Flowers are soft yellow with a dark center ß almost like hibiscus blooms, followed by 6–8” red okra V089 Mulato Isleno —Ripens chocolate brown. $2.50—3.5” pot: pods. A visual treat, not just for the vegetable garden. Used fresh for stuffing, roasting and stewing; V105 Fatalii ß—Bright yellow, bonnet-shaped 3” ´ dried in molé. Not too hot. fruits with an intense fruity-citrus flavor. Rivals 60 days. 12–18”h $2.00—3.5” pot ß V090 Naga Jolokia —Fiery HOT! One of the habanero for heat. Eli’s (of Rush Creek Growers) Onion Allium cepa hottest out there. Red to orange 3” fruit with favorite. 80 days. Separate the individual onions when planting. ´ unusual rough, dented and very thin skin. 160 V106 Pasilla ß—8” elongated green fruits dry to days. 48”h $1.50—3.5” pot: almost black. Classic molé ingredient with a mild V091 Rocoto ß—Now you can eat what the Incas ate V078 Copra (yellow) ß—40–50 plants per pot. to medium heat and a rich distinctive flavor. 80 5,000 years ago: these hot peppers look like small V079 Red Mercury ß—40–50 plants per pot. days. 24–36”h glossy red apples and have thick meaty walls like ß V080 White Sweet Spanish ß—40–50 plants per pot. V107 Poblano —Very mild green peppers, great for bell peppers. Purple star flowers and fuzzy stuffing, especially in chiles rellenos. $4.00—6 pack (multiple plants per cell): foliage. V108 Tabasco ß—2” tapered juicy fruits grow upward ◊ß ◊ß V081 Long Red Florence —Italian heirloom with V092 Satan’s Kiss —Popular heirloom Italian on the stems. Cream-yellow changing to red. a mild sweet flavor. Bulbs are long bottle shaped 2–4” round red pepper is sweet and spicy. 70–80 days. 24–48”h with red color. 100–120 days. Traditionally stuffed with anchovies and moz- See also the WALKING ONION, page 9 zarella and then grilled. 85–90 days. 24–36”h $3.00—4 plants in a pack: V093 Serrano ß—Very hot! ◊ V109 Aurora—Small 10–12” plants, purple and green V082 Parsley, Turnip-Rooted V094 Super Chili ß—Highly ornamental plants, spicy foliage, tapered fruits 1.5” long. Upright fruiting Petroselinum crispum tuberosum ‘Hamburg’ in the cayenne range. habit, ripens from lavender to deep purple to ß This parsley relative resembles a slender beige carrot V095 Thai Dragon —Up near the habanero on the orange and finally to red. Very nice for containers. with a sweet, delicate taste when roasted that blends heat scale; often grown as a potted ornamental. 60–75 days. çØ Potatoes celery, carrots, parsley, and turnip. Used as a winter $2.00—3.5” pot: V110 Bulgarian Carrot—Fluorescent orange and as vegetable since the 16th century in Germany, Holland V096 Cayenne, Long Purple ß—Vigorous plants with hot as they look. Heirloom. Ø and Poland. The roots can be left in the ground in the slender fruits 5–10” long, good dried or pickled. $4.00—6 plants in a pack: fall to sweeten until a hard frost. The leaves taste like Heat: 30,000–50,000 Scoville units (hot!) Â ß strong parsley. Rich, moist soil. 12–30”h V097 Habanero, Chocolate ß—Small flattened bell V111 Mixed Hot Peppers —One each cayenne, $2.00—4 plants in a pack shape. Green when immature. Heat: habanero, jalapeno, poblano, serrano and Thai hot. See also PARSLEY, pages 9, 10 200,000–300,000 Scoville units (very hot!) www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 25

Vegetables want to grow in full sun Í unless otherwise noted. Vegetables Bareroot vegetables are found on the tables in the Vegetable section (NOT in Bareroots). Sweet Potato Ipomoea batatas These varieties are good for northern growing. Sweet Peppers Capsicum annuum ͆ $1.50—3.5” pot: V146 Beauregard ß—Copper-colored, inside and out. † A rainbow of colors and range of shapes, $2.00—3.5” pot: $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Needs a warm location. 100 days. including heirlooms and hybrids. ß ß $2.00—4 plants in a pack: V120 Jimmy Nardello —Brought to the V126 Golden Summer —F1 hybrid, 72 V147 Georgia Jet ◊ß—Orange flesh and tan skin. $1.50—3.5” pot: USA by Guiseppe Nardello from the days. Golden, bell shaped fruits. 100 days. V112 Aconcagua ß—Very large, long frying small village of Ruoti in the Basilicata V127 Golden Treasure ß—Excellent Italian peppers, up to 11” by 2.5”. Tall plants region of southern Italy. “One of the heirloom variety. Large tapered fruits Tomatillo Physalis give good yields over a long season, and best sweet peppers you will ever taste.” are 8–9” long and 2” at the shoulder. Round fruits with a papery husk; remove before eating. the fruit is sweet and delicious. This Long thin gnarly peppers ripen bright Ripens from green to shiny yellow. Vining plants, easy to grow. Sweet-tart flavor great in pepper was named after the tallest red. Productive, low growing plants, Sweet medium-thick flesh and thin ten- † salsas and sauces. mountain in the Western Hemisphere, 24”. 80–90 days. der skin. 80 days. ß $1.50—3.5” pot: located in Argentina. Great for grilling V121 Mini Bell, Chocolate —Brown. V128 Lady Bell ß—Sweet green maturing V148 Purple, P. ixocarpa ß—Slightly smaller and sweet- as well as general use. Compact plants fit nicely into small gar- to red bell pepper. F1 hybrid, 72 days. er than green tomatillos. Makes beautiful purple V113 Chocolate Beauty ß—Ripens to a den spaces or patio planters. The pep- V129 Sheepnose Pimento ß—An Ohio salsa and is great grilled. Grow more than one rich brown color. pers are 1.5” long. 60 days. heirloom. Pumpkin-shaped fruits are 3” Mini Bell, Red ß plant for good pollination. Fruit 90 days from V114 Golden Summer ß—F1 hybrid, 72 V122 —Compact plants fit deep and 4” in diameter. Extremely fla- transplant. days. Golden, bell shaped fruits. nicely into small garden spaces or patio vorful, sweet thick juicy flesh. Good for V149 Tomate Verde (green), P. lanatus ß—75 days. planters. The peppers are 1.5” long. 60 V115 Gypsy ß—Sweet 3–4” peppers, rec- canning. Will keep in excellent condi- days 16”h ommended for cooler climates like ours. tion for three to four weeks in the Tomatoes see below and page 26 Mini Bell, Yellow ß Fruit matures from light yellow to V123 —Compact plants refrigerator. Sturdy plants grow up to Watermelon Citrullus lanatus orange to red. F1 hybrid, 58 days. fit nicely into small garden spaces or 24” tall. 70–80 days. patio planters. The peppers are 1.5” Sweet Banana ß $1.50—3.5” pot: V116 Lady Bell ß—Sweet green maturing V130 —65 days, pale yel- long. 60 days V216 Cream of Saskatchewan ß—Small, round 4–10 to red bell pepper. F1 hybrid, 72 days. low to orange. V124 Purple Marconi ß—A deep purple pound melons with creamy white flesh. V117 Purple Beauty ß—Blocky, 3” by 3” Italian heirloom with a mild, sweet fla- $4.00—6 plants in a pack: Wonderful flavor and such a thin rind that it can’t emerald-green peppers that mature to vor. Ripens to a deep wine red. Good V131 Mixed Sweet Peppers ß—One each be shipped to stores. Brought to Canada by eggplant-purple with thick, crunchy producer. Tapered 6” fruit. Traditionally Purple Beauty, Valencia (orange), Early Russian immigrants. Perfect for home gardens. walls. 70–75 days. ß used for frying, Marconis are also won- Sunsation (yellow), White, Red Knight, V217 Moon and Stars —Surprising yellow dots and V118 Takii Ace ß—An early red Japanese spots sprinkle both the dark green melon and the derful when eaten fresh so try some in and Sweet selection recommended for its excellent a salad. 72 days. Chocolate. leaves. Seeds will produce the same plant next yields and flavor. Small to medium V125 Sweet Banana ß—65 days, pale yel- year. Melon weighs 20–50 pounds. 81–90 days. sized fruits, changing from green to red. low to orange. Ø 6–12”h by 48–72”w A favorite for our region. Flavor is $2.00—3.5” pot: sweet and delicious. 50 days. V218 Sugar Baby ß—8” round melons with red flesh. V119 Valencia ß—Large green fruits ripen- Early. Ø ing to orange.

Bell Pepper Heirloom Tomatoes Lycopersicon esculentum ͆ These varieties were cultivated by farmers Tomatoes need to grow in full sun; they are tropical plants that would prefer around the world decades or centuries a sunny windowsill, coldframe or indoor growlights until the weather warms up. ago. All are open-pollinated, meaning you can save seed from year to year. Heirloom $1.50—3.5” pot: $1.50—3.5” pot: ß Tomato tomatoes tend to be indeterminate (vining V157 Garden Peach ß—100–year-old heirloom. V168 Nyagous —Baseball-sized black fruits are with fruit ripening over time). A few are Small, two-ounce fruits are blush pink when ripe borne in clusters of up to six; very productive. Terms and look more like apricots than peaches. Sweet, Excellent full flavor. 80 days. determinate (bushier, with the crop ripen- prolific and stores well in autumn for winter V169 Plum Lemon ß—Collected from an elderly Indeterminate ing all at one time—good for canning). ripening indoors. 71 days. seedsman at Moscow’s Bird Market during the tomatoes are vining V158 Glacier ß—Very early red-orange medium-sized August 1991 coup. The fruit is 3” long with a and tend to ripen V199 Mixed Heirloom Tomatoes tomato; more cold tolerant. Determinate. 55–65 pointed end—it really resembles a lemon. Meaty, sweet refreshing flavor. 72 days. fruit over an extended Can’t decide? Get one each of Brandywine, Yellow days. ß period of time. These Brandywine, Aunt Ruby’s German Green, and V159 Gold Medal ◊ß—Renamed from Ruby Gold V170 Principe Borghese —Bright red egg-shaped Cherokee Purple. Ø in 1976, this yellow-red bi-color beefsteak with Italian cherry tomato with an intense tomato fla- are traditionally —four plants in a pack $3.00 blush of red on the interior is the winner of the vor and non-watery flesh that makes it ideal for staked. 2008 Seed Savers Exchange Tomato Tasting. drying. Good for containers. Determinate, 75 $1.50—3.5” pot: 75–85 days. days. ß V150 Anna Russian ß—Pinkish-red heart-shaped V160 Hillbilly Potato Leaf ß—Absolutely gorgeous V171 Red Zebra —Huge yield of 2” red fruits with Determinate oxheart slicing tomato. 69–80 days. slicing tomato. Sweet juicy 4–6” flattened fruits light yellow striping (or as some say, yellow fruit tomatoes tend to be with red striping). 80 days. V151 Aunt Ruby’s German Green ß—Some say the about a pound each are yellow. streaked with red bushier and to ripen on the blossom end. Heavy producer. 85 days. V172 Siberian ß—Dwarf sprawling plants with very best flavored green tomato. Sweet, yet spicy, their crop all at one V161 Isis Candy Cherry ß—Gorgeous fruits are mar- early sets of fruit. Egg-shaped 2–3” fruits, good these large, beefsteak tomatoes ripen to a pale time, a feature that green with a hint of yellow. 80 days. bled with red, each with a starburst on the blos- strong flavor. Good for containers. Determinate, som end. Rich flavor is a complex blend of 57–60 days. canners and freezers V152 Big Rainbow ß—Large yellow and red sweetness and fruitiness. Loads of 1.5” fruits on V173 Silvery Fir Tree ß—Russian variety with dis- might note. bi-colored beefsteak tomato. Fruit can be two short trusses. 70–80 days. tinctive ferny silver-gray foliage on compact pounds each. 80–90 days. V162 Jaune Flamee ß—Smallish baseball sized plants. Heavy crops of round, slightly flattened V153 Bonny Best ß—Medium-sized red tomato, orange fruits are good for fresh eating and the 3–3.5” red fruits. Does extremely well in hanging Heirlooms are resistant to cracking; few seeds. Good for canning best for roasting. Early and very high yielding. 70 baskets or on patios. Determinate, 58 days. 24”h INDETERMINATE and slicing. 72–75 days. ç days. unless otherwise ß ◊ß V174 Striped Cavern ◊ß—Gold-striped red fruit V154 Cherokee Purple —This Tennessee heirloom V163 Lemon Drop —Translucent yellow-green noted. is extremely productive and has a very rich toma- cherry tomato with tart-sweet flavor. Winner of with a bell pepper shape. Thick-walled and hol- to flavor. Vines produce a large number of medi- the 2010 Seed Savers Exchange Tomato Tasting. low with just a small cluster of seeds: great for um sized, 10–12 ounce fruits. The flesh is a 80–90 days. stuffed tomato recipes. Keeps four weeks when harvested ripe. Good flavor. 80 days. unique brick red with a rose/purple skin. 80 days. V164 Long Keeper, Gold ß—Yellow eight–ounce fruits V175 Striped German ß—Red and gold stripes, inte- V155 Costoluto Genovese ß—Large, heavily ridged with great taste. Pick all the fruits before the first rior marbled. Beautiful sliced. Medium to large and lobed, deep-red Italian tomato with a won- frost and store in a cool location without the fruit fruit. Smooth texture, good flavor. 78 days. derfully complex flavor that is delicious raw or touching. Will keep up to four months. 76 days. ß cooked down into a rich, hearty sauce. Great for V165 Long Keeper, Red ß—Mature tomatoes can V176 Stupice —Czech heirloom that produces red stuffing. 78 days. keep for months after picking in the fall. The one 2.5” fruits. 55–68 days. ß V156 Dester’s Amish ◊ß—Large red-pink beef- Barbara Kingsolver described in Animal Vegetable V177 Sweet Pea —Looking just like tiny ruby peas, steaks, 16 to 24 ounces, full sweet flavor. Very Miracle. Determinate. 78 days. these are more than a cute novelty. They have an smooth with good crack resistance. Winner of the V166 Mexico Midget ß—Early and very prolific intense complex sweet flavor that’s great for 2011 Seed Savers Exchange Tomato Tasting. plants continue producing throughout the entire snacking and salads. Super huge vining produc- 80–90 days. growing season. Round, half-inch fruits give an tive plant. Indeterminate. 62–75 days. incredible flash of rich tomato flavor, great for V178 Velvet Red ◊ß—Silver-gray foliage with 1” salads. Huong’s favorite. 60–70 days. red slightly fuzzy cherry fruits. Winner of the V167 Mr. Stripey ß—Large, lightly ridged, vibrantly 2009 Seed Savers Exchange Tomato Tasting. colored red-and-yellow striped tomato with a 75–80 days. 72–96”h mild, low acid taste. 80 days. Tomatoes continue on page 26 26 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com

Tomatoes need to grow in full sun; they are tropical plants that would prefer Vegetables a sunny windowsill, coldframe or indoor growlights until the weather warms up. Heirloom Tomatoes Lycopersicon esculentum ͆

$2.00—3.5” pot: $2.00—3.5” pot: $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Tomato Black Cherry ß V179 —Cherry-sized fruits the color V187 Moonglow ß—Medium-sized bright orange V194 San Marzano ß—Elongated 3” fruits. This is a Terms of dark chocolate continue to ripen after light fruits. Solid orange meat, few seeds and wonder- classic Italian paste tomato. Chefs call it the pre- frost. Flavor is wonderful, very rich and sweet. ful flavor. Seed Savers taste test winner 2007. 80 mium tomato. Large plants; heavy yields. 80–90 Indeterminate Vigorous. 65 days, days. Ø days. V180 Blondkopfchen ß—The name means “little tomatoes are vining V188 Moskovich ß—A wonderful, early heirloom V195 Viva Italia ß—Red oval-shaped paste tomato blonde girl.” Heavy yields of clustered, golden and tend to ripen tomato from Siberia that yields an abundance of high in sugar and acid. Good for canning, freezing yellow 1/2” cherry tomatoes. Very sweet. red, six-ounce, round, cold-tolerant fruits with a or sauce. Determinate. 75–85 days. fruit over an extended Sprawling vines. From the Gatersleben Seed Bank luscious, rich taste. 60 days. Ø period of time. These in Germany. 75 days. $3.00—4 plants in a pack: V189 Omar’s Lebanese ß—Mammoth pink fruit as V181 Brandywine ß—Amish heirloom. Deep pink are traditionally large as 3–4 pounds! One of the largest tomatoes V196 Brandywine, 4 pack—Amish heirloom. Deep color. Good-sized and exquisite taste. Very rich staked. you can grow. Superb flavor; sweet, perfect toma- pink color. Good-sized and exquisite taste. Very and distinctively spicy. 78 days. Ø to taste. Good yields on vigorous plants, good tol- rich and distinctively spicy. 78 days. Ø V182 Coyote—Extremely long vines, thick foliage. erance to disease. 80 days. V197 Christmas Grape—Better by the bunch! Highly Determinate Tiny white and yellow translucent cherry fruits ß productive plants yield a steady stream of 1” with a soft skin. Distinctive flavor. “Best tasting V190 Paul Robeson —A Russian heirloom named tomatoes tend to be fruits that are borne in clusters of 10–20. tomato ever!” Prolific, produces heavily until after the singer who won acclaim as a U.S. civil bushier and to ripen Incredibly sweet tomato flavor. 75 days. Ø frost. 65 days. rights advocate. Beefsteaks, purple-black with dark green shoulders, to 4” wide. Dark-red their crop all at one Early Annie ß V198 Czech Bush—Stocky plants produce heavy V183 —3” round, meaty fruits with inside. Very flavorful fruits with a good time, a feature that few seeds on short plants. Particularly good for yields of round 4–6 ounce red fruits. Good flavor, acid/sweet balance. 74 days. nice for containers and tight spaces. 70 days. canners and freezers canning. Determinate. 60 days. Ø V184 Grandpa’s Minnesota ß—Prolific heirloom $2.00—4 plants in a pack: might note. V200 Seed Saver’s Italian—Plants are completely with red, 1” cherries that have a mild sweet fla- V191 Amish Paste ◊ß—Bright red medium toma- vor. 75 days (some sources say fewer days). loaded with fruits weighing over a pound, one of toes with meaty and juicy flesh. Excellent for the most productive varieties. Excellent full Heirlooms are V185 Green Sausage ß—Beautiful elongated 4” fruits sauce and eating fresh. 80 days. tomato flavor. Easy to peel, ideal for slicing and that are green with yellow stripes. Rich, sweet INDETERMINATE V192 Opalka ß—Outstanding for canning and salsa, canning, very little waste. 70–80 days. Ø flavor. Short bushy plants good for containers and unless otherwise this 5” sweet paste tomato is meaty with few produce fruit in great abundance. Determinate, seeds. It looks more like a long pepper than a noted. 75–80 days. Seed Savers taste test winners tomato! 75–85 days V186 Matt’s Wild Cherry ß—Volumes of marble- Dester’s Amish, 2011—V156 $1.50, 3.5” pot V193 Red Fig ß—Grown in American gardens since sized fruits in clusters; great for frequent picking. the 18th century. Very heavy yields of 1.5” pear- Gold Medal, 2008—V159 $1.50, 3.5” pot Tart flavor early, sweeter late in the season. shaped tomatoes. Great for fresh eating but also Vigorous vines. Many modern cherries were bred Lemon Drop, 2010—V163 $1.50, 3.5” pot used as a substitute for figs years ago by garden- from this original, truly wild type found in Moonglow, 2007—V187 $2.00, 3.5” pot Ø ers who would pack away crates of them dried. Eastern Mexico. 70 days. 85 days. Velvet Red, 2009—V178 $1.50, 3.5” pot

Other Tomatoes Lycopersicon esculentum ͆

These tomatoes are either F1 hybrids, bred for productivity and disease resistance, or $2.00—3.5” pot: other recently created commercial varieties. If you save seed from F1 hybrids for next V210 Sweet 100, larger pot ß—Tiny cherry, indeter- year, it will not produce the same kind of fruit. Check each listing to see if it is F1 or not. minate. F1 hybrid, 70 days. Ø V211 Tanana ◊—Early maturing. Medium, light- red, low-acid tomato. Developed in Alaska. Open- $1.50—3.5” pot: $1.50—3.5” pot: pollinated and determinate, 68 days. 24–36”h V201 Carmello ß—Productive yummy red salad V206 Tiny Tim ß—Red half-inch cherry tomatoes on tomato. Open-pollinated and indeterminate. 75 a bushy plant great for containers or small gar- $2.00—4 plants in a pack: days. dens. Determinate and open-pollinated. 55–68 V212 Roma Long ß—A plum tomato with few seeds V202 Jelly Bean ß—Flavorful red grape tomato. Good days. 12–18”h that is good for canning and sauce. Open-polli- producer. Open-pollinated and indeterminate. nated but not generally considered an heirloom 66–72 days. $2.00—3.5” pot: tomato. Determinate. 70–75 days. ◊ V203 Kootenai ◊ß—Early potato-leafed tomato V207 Bonner —Early maturing, medium, red V213 Sweet 100, 4 pack ß—Tiny cherry, indetermi- with medium, red fruit. Good for containers and tomato. Resistant to Fusarium Wilt. Developed nate. F1 hybrid, 70 days. in areas with short cool seasons. Developed by by Art Boe of North Star Nursery in Faribault. Art Boe of North Star Nursery in Faribault. Open- Open-pollinated and determinate. 36–48”h $2.50—3.5” pot: pollinated and determinate, 69–75 days. V208 Imur Prior Beta ◊—Early maturing, small, V214 Indigo Rose ◊ß—Dark purple exterior, V204 Sungella ß—Orange-red golf balls are super tangy-sweet red tomatos. Developed in Norway red interior with 1–2 ounce fruits high in anti- sweet and tasty. Heavy trusses of two-ounce for cool seasons. Open-pollinated and determi- oxidants. Indeterminate, 75–80 days, open fruits. A favorite of experienced tomato growers. nate. 72–84”h pollinated. Open-pollinated and indeterminate. 70 days. V209 Sandpoint ◊—Early maturing, small red V205 Sungold ◊ß—Golden orange sweet-tart tomato. Developed by Art Boe of North Star $4.00—6 plants in a pack: cherry tomato fruit develops in clusters. Bears Nursery in Faribault for cool or short growing V215 Mixed Hybrid Tomatoes ß—One each seasons. Open-pollinated and determinate. Beefsteak, Celebrity, Cherry, Early Girl, Mountain DETERMINATE throughout the season. Hybrid, indeterminate, 60 days. 24–36”h Gold, and Roma. F1 hybrids. TOMATOES AT THE SALE: See also the TUMBLING TIGER TOMATO in a hanging basket, page 39 • Bonner • Early Annie Perennial Edibles Hey, there’s a new • Glacier These are the perennial edibles in this year’s Perennials—daylilies, dwarf cattails, white- • Imur Prior catalog. Some are in vegetables, but others flowered arrowhead, Atlantic camas ramps cookbook • Kootenai can be found in herbs, fruit, perennials or Shrubs and Trees—almond, chokecherry, Look for a write-up native wild flowers. • Mixed Hybrids persimmon, sea buckthorn on the plant sale’s Fruit—The entire page, from Apples to • Principe Borghese Vegetables—asparagus, ramps, rhubarb, scal- website. Strawberries lions, black salsify (Scorzonera), sunchokes • Roma Long If you’ve ever Herbs—Many are perennial, these are of • Sandpoint Before eating any of these plants, we wondered what to note: chives, horseradish, lovage, mint, recommend that you do some research to see do with this • Siberian Egyptian walking onion, winter savory, which parts are tasty and whether cooking is native perennial • Silvery Fir Tree sorrel, and spikenard needed. vegetable, this is • Tanaha Native Wild Flowers—dwarf red blackberry, Email [email protected] if the book for you. ostrich fern (as fiddleheads), nodding and • Tiny Tim you know of other cold-hardy edibles, or prairie onions, prickly pear, giant especially if you know of nursery or seed www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com/ramps • Viva Italia solomon’s seal sources. St. Lynn’s Press, 2012 www.stlynnspress.com www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 27 Climbing Plants Annual Vines Perennial Vines C001 Bell Vine, Purple ß C014B Hyacinth Bean, Purple C025 Asparagus, Vining Asparagus verticillatus Rhodochiton atrosanguineum Dolichos lablab ‘Ruby Moon’ Glossy rich green foliage with many small white flowers in the leaf axils. Spring Beautiful and vigorous in a sunny location. Heart- This year’s cover plant. Rose-purple fragrant wisteria- blooms. Twining. 15’h Í∏ ¥ $3.00—2.5” pot shaped green leaves with long, tubular, dark purple like flowers in loose clusters midsummer through fall C026 Bittersweet Celastrus scandens ‘Autumn Revolution’ flowers with parasol-shaped rose calyces. Climbs by bloom. Elegant purple-tinged heart-shaped leaves. twining. 10’h Í∏ † $2.00—3.5” pot Showy, glossy deep magenta-purple seed pods in fall are This introduction from Bailey Nurseries is a revolution in bittersweet. Not only self- a bonus. Vigorous, fast-growing twining climber that fruiting, it produces berries twice the normal size, every year. Bright red to orange Black-Eyed Susan Vine needs a strong trellis. Grown as food in tropical areas, berries are wonderful in dried arrangements. Vigorous and twining variety of the ͘¥ Thunbergia alata the young shoots, immature pods, and flowers are edi- American native climber. 15–25’h $14.00—1 gal. pot Winsome trailing or twining vine with masses of 1” ble, but dried pods and seeds can cause stomach upset C027 Bleeding Heart Vine, Yellow Dicentra scandens ß tubular flowers with flat, open faces and dark eyes. without special treatment in cooking. Í Ç˙¥ From the Himalayas, this unusual and delicate-looking climber has fern-like foliage Í∏† $7.00—4.5” pot and cascades of bright yellow flowers in summer. Beautiful in the trial garden at $2.00—3.5” pot: C015 Love-in-a-Puff ß Lake Harriet. 10–12’h Í∏ ¥ $2.00—2.5” pot C002 Susie ß—Large 1.5” orange blooms. 4–5’h Cardiospermum halicacabum C028 Bleeding Heart, Climbing Adlumia fungosa $7.00—4.5” pot: Small white flowers followed by light green inflated Biennial for shade. Pearly pink spurred blossoms. Native to Appalachia and the C003 African Sunset ß—Distinctive warm terra cotta pods containing seeds marked with a distinct little north shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota. Climbs by leaf tendrils. 6–10’h Í∏Ó˜ shades. Vigorous. 10’h heart. Quick-growing vines with pretty, lacy foliage are ◊ß $3.00—2.5” pot C004 Arizona Dark Red —Deep persimmon-red. excellent for covering wire fences. Climbs by tendrils. 6–8’h 10’h Í∏ $7.00—4.5” pot Chocolate Vine Akebia ß C005 Sunny Lemon Star —Lemony yellow. 10’h Perfect for fences, pergolas or by the patio where the scent will pervade. Twining. Í∏ C006 Sunny Susy Red Orange ◊ß—The Pantone Malabar Spinach page 24 $9.00—1 quart pot: color of the year for 2012, a deep red-orange. C016 Moonflower, Climbing ß Those color experts must have seen these flow- C029 Five-Leaf, A. quinata—An eye-catching climber with clusters of rounded leaves ers! 6–8’h Ipomoea noctiflora alba and racemes of captivating chocolate-purple blooms with a spicy fragrance. 30’h Giant 5–6” white trumpets unfurl as evening approach- C030 Three-Leaf, A. trifoliata—Elegant twining vine from China with large attractive C007 Bleeding Heart Vine ß es releasing a lovely fragance. The blooms gently spiral three-part leaves and faintly scented dark-purple flowers in mid-spring. Clerodendrum thomsoniae closed with the rising sun. Vigorous twining climber. Combines nicely with a clematis. 4–6’h 10–30’h Í¥ $7.00—4.5” pot This West African vine will repeatedly reward you with Clematis see page 30 massive clusters of white and scarlet flowers. 10–12’h C017 Nasturtium, Climbing ◊ß Í∏ †˙ $8.00—5.25” pot C060 Dutchman’s Pipe Aristolochia durior Tropaeolum ‘Cobra’ Large, heart-shaped dark green leaves, great screening. Excellent larval food for but- C009 Canary Bird Vine ß Dark leaves contrast with brilliant red blossoms on terflies. Small, yellow-brown flowers look like a clay pipe. Tolerant of shade and dry Tropaeolum peregrinum rambling vines. Lovely spilling over a rock wall or tied soil; spreads from the roots. Over time will provide a complete screen of green. to a support. Prolific edible flowers, leaves, and seed Bright yellow flowers and deeply lobed foliage. The Climbs by tendrils. Syn. A. macrophylla. 20–30’h Í∏ÓÂ∫å¥$14.00—1 gal. pot flowers are said to look like canaries, but some see pods. Adds spice and color to salads. Great for window them as troll dolls with wild yellow hair. Blooms all boxes or as a groundcover on a slope. Climbs by long See also GRAPES, page 41 Í∏´ summer into fall. Climbs by long leaf stalks. 12’h leaf stalks. 3’h $7.00—4.5” pot Honeysuckle, Scarlet Trumpet Í∏´ $7.00—4.5” pot Passion Flower Passiflora Lonicera × brownii ‘Dropmore Scarlet’ C010 Candy Corn Flag Manettia luteorubra Outlandish flowers late summer through fall with Blooms, more coral-scarlet than scarlet, are excellent for attracting hummingbirds Blooms resemble candy corn, orange with yellow tips. lush, dark green foliage. Can be grown in a tub and and orioles. Good for fences or trellises. Twining. Bred in Manitoba. 12’h Í˙¥ A fun novelty for small trellises, basket or pots. More allowed to spend winter dormant in a frost-free base- C061 $3.00—4” pot ß vigorous in part shade. Twines. 3–4’h Í∏ † ment. Prefers well-drained soil and plenty of sun. Late C062 $12.00—1 gal. pot $2.50—2.5” pot to break dormancy in spring. Climbs by tendrils. ͆ Honeysuckle, Trumpet Lonicera sempervirens C011 Chinese Red Noodle Bean ß $9.00—3.5” pot: C018 A vigorous grower popular with hummingbirds, nectar-seeking moths and other Vigna unguiculata ‘Red Noodle’ Blue, P. caerulea—Blue and white flowers late summer through fall. 15’h insects. Orange-red berries, which many birds relish, appear after the flowers. Fantastic deep red 18” pods are delicious, full of nutri- C019 Red, P. coccinea—Spectacular red flowers. 15’h Beautiful blue-green foliage. It needs at least a half-day of sun for good blooms. tion, and keep their color when sautéed. This incredible Climbs by twining. Í∏˙¥ ß◊ variety will draw lots of attention. Fast cover for a chain C020 Rex Begonia Vine Cissus discolor $8.00—1 quart pot: Ídž link fence. Twines. 30’h $7.00—4.5” pot Velvety elongated heart-shaped leaves, patterned with C063 Blanche Sandman—Deep rose flowers blooming sporadically from May until C012 Cup and Saucer Vine silver-frost, rich green and a central burgundy stripe. frost. 12’h å The undersides of the leaves, the stem, and the cling- Cobaea scandens C064 John Clayton—Discovered by a member of the Virginia Native Plant Society. ing tendrils are all burgundy-red, while the youngest Lovely, soft yellow, tubular flowers that are fragrant. 10–20’h Striking 2” flowers that change from green to lovely foliage is sprinkled with crimson. Best in light shade violet. If planted in a sheltered spot, the flowers con- $12.00—5.25” pot: with consistently moist soil. Stays 12–36” in contain- ß tinue after early frosts. Graceful climber, suitable for ers and can be trained to a form. Can be over-wintered C065 Major Wheeler —Masses of bright red trumpets that start blooming in late tub culture. Climbs by tendrils. 25’h Í∏ indoors. 10–12’h ∏Ó †ç $10.00—5.25” pot spring. 3–8’h $6.00—3.5” pot C066 Honeysuckle, Variegated ß ß C021 Sky Vine C013 Firecracker Vine Lonicera periclymenum ‘Harlequin’ Mina lobata ‘Exotic Love’ Thunbergia grandiflora ‘Blue Sky’ Foliage is green edged in cream, frequently with pink highlights. Yellow and pink In full sun, one plant can easily produce several hun- Clusters of light blue-purple trumpet flowers 2–3” wide and 4–6” long. Twining shrub form, also good as fragrant flowers from June to October. Compact and slower growing. Moist, well- dred arching sprays of aligned flowers in a spectacular ͆ drained soil. Twining. 10–12’h Í∏ ç˙¥ $3.00—4” pot color combination, August through frost. Each 1” a trailing plant. 15–20’h $3.00—2.5” pot flower begins rich red and matures to orange, then to C022 Snail Vine Vigna caracalla ◊ Hops, Golden Humulus lupulus ‘Au re u s ’ yellow and finally to white. All colors are out at once. Purple blooms in fascinating snail shapes.This twining This fast-growing vine has bright chartreuse, maple-like leaves. Pine-scented green- Self twining; more restrained in part shade. 20’h ish flowers resembling cones are attractive to butterflies. Dried, the flowers are also Í∏†˙ vine has corkscrew shaped blooms summer to early $2.00—3.5” pot autumn, and into winter if you bring it indoors. Climbs a key ingredient in beer brewing. Dies back to the ground each winter. Strong spreader from the roots. Twining. 15–25’h Í∏∫ C014A Gloriosa Lily by twining. 15–20’ ∏ $3.00—2.5” pot C067 $2.00—2.5” pot ß C068 $13.00—1 gal. pot Gloriosa superba ‘Rothschildiana’ Snapdragon, Climbing Asarina Unusual, almost bizarre, 3–5” blooms begin as pale Blooms early summer until frost. Twining. Í∏ C069A Hydrangea, Climbing Hydrangea petiolaris green hanging petals that gradually lengthen, become $7.00—4.5” pot: Clusters of fragrant flowers with showy white bracts. Early summer blooming. From wavy, and arch backward, changing color to yellow and Japan. Very slow to establish but worth the wait. Self-clinging by aerial rootlets. 30’ then scarlet in summer. Lift the roots in fall and over- C023 Red, A. antirrhiniflora ◊ß—Masses of 1” trum- Í∏¥ $8.00—1 quart pot winter dry in a basement. The roots are delicate, so pet shaped brilliant red blooms with yellow See also VARIEGATED CLIMBING HYDRANGEA, page 6 handle them carefully. Climbs by leaf-tip tendrils. throats. Perfect for trellises or hanging pots. 3–6’h 3–4’h Í∏ ¥ bulbs—$8.00 each C024 Victoria Falls, A. purpusii ß—Vibrant 2” magen- C069B Ivy, Boston Parthenocissus tricuspidata ta-purple trumpets with lime bracts and lovely Originally from Japan, not Boston. A dense, self-clinging vine. Brilliant orange color green-gray foliage. Works on a trellis or in a in fall. Berries favored by birds. This vine put the ivy in Ivy League. Self-clinging by mixed container. 8–10’h glue pads. 70’h Í∏ $4.00—2.5” pot See also HARDY KIWI, page 42 Bring your own C070 Monkshood Vine Ampelopsis aconitifolia wagon to the sale… Finely cut foliage makes a lovely cover for walls and fences. Clusters of non-showy, greenish flowers in late summer, followed by bunches of round, bluish fruits that you’ll be mature to orange-yellow in autumn. Climbs by tendrils. 15–25’h Í∏ glad you did! $10.00—1 gal. pot C071 Porcelain Berry Ampelopsis brevipedunculata ‘Elegans’ Vigorous vine, clinging by tendrils, is covered in small tri-lobed leaves with splashes of pink and white, and young pink shoots. Yellow fall foliage and bright blue to pink-purple berries. Best fruiting with more sun, best variegation in light shade. Can be cut to the ground in late winter to control size. 15’h Í∏ $8.00—1 quart pot CLIMBERS CONTINUED ON PAGE 30 28 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Welcome, Seed Savers Exchange Bringing seeds to the Friends School Plant Sale

hat’s the biggest change at this year’s Friends School Plant Sale? Instead of selling cucumbers, pumpkins, and squash as plants, they’ll be sold as seeds instead. We’veW invited Seed Savers Exchange to the plant sale to sell those seeds, plus lots of others from their heirloom collection. Why we decided to make this change: • Mother’s Day weekend is just too early for these ten- der and very fragile plants to be outside, even for the trip to the Fairgrounds. • It’s cheaper and just as reliable to plant them as seeds directly into the ground. • You’ll have access to a lot more varieties. • You can share and swap extra seeds with your friends. We’ll still have other tender vegetables — such as toma- toes, peppers, eggplants, and melons — as plants, since eed Savers Exchange’s mission is to America by members’ ancestors from Europe, save North America’s diverse, but the Middle East, Asia, and other parts of the they need more of a head start in our short growing sea- endangered, garden heritage for future world. son. (Keep them indoors or in a cold frame for a few generations. It does this by building a SSE is a network of farmers and growers who weeks after the sale!) network of people who collect, con- produce 600 varieties of seed for sale to the serveS and share heirloom seeds and plants, public through the Seed Savers Exchange We hope you’ll be so pleased with the larger selection of while educating people about the value of catalog, in retail stores, and this year, at the seeds that you won’t even miss the plants that will no genetic and cultural diversity. Friends School Plant Sale. SSE also produces a longer be available at the sale. SSE is a nonprofit organization supported by giant SSE Yearbook listing thousands more seed sales, donations, and memberships. It was types of seed that the 13,000 members can founded in 1975 by Diane Ott Whealy and Kent request from each other. Seed Savers Exchange will Whealy when Diane’s terminally ill grandfather The exchange listing helped Friends School gave them the seeds of two garden plants: Plant Sale find a source for tomato varieties that be located inside the Grandpa Ott’s morning glory and German Pink were developed by local plantsman Art Boe back tomato. Grandpa Ott’s parents brought the when he was a horticulture professor at the Grandstand at the eastern seeds from Bavaria when they immigrated to St. University of Idaho in the 1970s. You’ll find end of the central stairway, Lucas, Iowa, in the 1870s. several of Boe’s tomatoes—bred to work in SSE is located outside Decorah, Iowa, not far short, cold growing seasons—in this year’s within the vegetable section. from the Minnesota border. Its 890-acre plant sale catalog, and more plants coming from Heritage Farm maintains thousands of heirloom heritage sources in the coming years. garden varieties, most brought to North

Heritage Farm’s Historic Orchard Heritage Animals In the year 1900 there were 12,000 varieties of apples in the U.S. When SSE began to get cuttings of the pre-1900 varieties that SSE is home to one of five major herds of the still exist in government collections and large private collections, they found just 700 varieties were still in existence. From that ancient White Park cattle breed in the U.S. The stock, SSE has developed a diverse public orchard, where hundreds of different varieties of 19th century apples are on display. cattle, which were endangered in their native The trees in the orchard are not treated with any pesticides and receive no special treatment, so if they fruit there, they’re Great Britain during the bombardment of World likely to fruit here. Friends School Plant Sale is hoping to work with SSE to get grafts from their trees to grow these heritage War II, have an important role in maintaining the apples in the coming years. Pictured above are two that we saw when we toured in September: the Crittenden crab (left) and pastures at Heritage Farm. The breed was an unknown russet variety (homely but with excellent flavor). recently upgraded from critical to threatened. www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 29

Save Your Own Seeds Visit or Join SSE You can save your own open-pollinated Seed Savers Exchange’s Heritage Farm outside Decorah, seeds from year to year. Iowa, is open for visitors from March 1–December 23. Tours are available 1:00 p.m. each Saturday and Sunday. Get started by attending one of the demonstrations SSE will be doing in the You can get their catalog (with over 600 seed varieties) Garden Fair (see page 5 for schedule). for free by signing up at www.seedsavers.org/catalog. Joining SSE is a great way to support conserving and promoting heirloom vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs. Members receive a 10 percent discount on purchases from the SSE color catalog, website, and the Heritage Farm gift shop, three issues of The Heritage Farm Companion magazine, and The Seeds the annual Seed Savers Exchange Yearbook, with seeds not available in the catalog. SSE will be selling these varieties at the Friends School Plant Sale: $2.50 per pack

VEGETABLE SEEDS Beets Endive Peas FLOWER SEEDS Mid-April–July Late April–early May, August Late April–early May Bachelor Buttons: Blue Boy; You can plant multiple times to get Bull’s Blood Très Fine Maraîchère Ø Amish Snap mixed colors fresh crops over the season. You can Burpee’s Golden Ø Kohlrabi Champion of England Bee’s Friend also do a second planting of many Chioggia Dwarf Gray Sugar Bells of Ireland of the spring vegetables in late Late April–early May, Cylindra Golden Sweet Ø Calendula: mixture; Radio summer for a second fall harvest. August–early September Detroit Dark Red Purple Vienna Ø Green Arrow Ø California Poppy: mixture Planting times for direct seeding Early Blood Turnip Ø White Vienna Ø Tom Thumb Cockscomb, Amish into the ground, both in spring and Carrots Lettuce Pumpkins Coneflower, Amado Cosmos: Diablo; Sensation late summer, are indicated in italic. Late April–late June Mid-April–early June, Late May – early June mixture; Sea Shells Danvers Ø late August–Labor Day Amish Pie Arugula Cypress Vine, White Dragon Amish Deer Tongue Cornfield Pumpkin Firmament April–early May, Paris Market Baby Oakleaf Ø Musquee de Provence Globe Amaranth: mixture August–mid-September Scarlet Nantes Bronze Arrowhead Radishes Ø Hollyhock, French: Zebrina Arugula St. Valery Bunte Forellenschluss Ø Late April–early May, mid-August Hyacinth Bean: Ruby Moon Apollo Chard Crisp Mint Ø Cincinnati Market (pictured on our cover) Sylvetta Mid-April–July Flame Ø Early Scarlet Globe Johnny Jump-Up: Bowles Black Asian Greens Five Color Silverbeet Ø Forellenschluss French Breakfast Ø Kiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate April–early May, Fordhook Giant Gold Rush Ø Plum Purple Marigold: Red Marietta; Starfire August–mid-September Rhubarb Red Ø Grandpa Admire’s Ø Soybeans Mizuna Ø Signet Collards Green Oakleaf Ø Mid-May–early June Prize Choy Ø Morning Glory: Grandpa Ott’s End of June–first week in July Mantilia Fiskeby Ø Tatsoi Ø Nasturtium: Black Velvet; Georgia Southern Mascara Shirofumi Ø Beans Empress of India; Ladybird; Vates Red Romaine Ø Spinach June–July Milkmaid; Tip Top Corn Rossa di Trento Late April–early May, August Black Valentine Ø Petunia: Old-Fashioned Vining End of May, first two weeks of June Slobolt America Bountiful Phlox, Night: Midnight Candy Blue Jade Ø SSE Lettuce Mixture Bloomsdale Ø Calypso Ø Ø Pinks: Rainbow Loveliness Country Gentleman Ø Tango New Zealand Cherokee Trail of Tears Ø Poppy: Ladybird Golden Bantam Ø Tennis Ball Strawberry Climbing French Ø Spider Flower: mixture Mixed Colors Broomcorn Winter Density Squash, Summer Dragon’s Tongue Star of the Veld Roy’s Calais Flint Ø Yugoslavian Red Butterhead Empress Ø Late May, early June Stock, Night-Scented: Starlight Stowell’s Evergreen Ø Lima Beans Ø Fin de Bagnol Ø Black Beauty Zucchini Sensation Tom Thumb Popcorn Ø Early June–July Hidatsa Shield Ø Golden Zucchini Sunflowers: Autumn Beauty; Two Inch Strawberry Christmas Ø Ideal Market Ø Summer Crookneck Aztec Sun; Evening Sun; Giant Popcorn Ø Henderson Bush Kentucky Wonder Bush Squash, Winter Primrose; Irish Eyes; Italian Cucumbers Melons Kentucky Wonder Pole Late May, early June White; Lemon Queen; Early June Lazy Housewife Ø End of May–third week of July Burgess Buttercup Ø Mongolian Giant; Orange Sun; Ø Amish Ø Pencil Pod Golden Wax A & C Pickling Pennsylvania Dutch Crookneck Ring of Fire; Rostov; mixture; Ø Charentais Provider Ø Bushy Potimarron Taiyo; Tarahumara White Ø Eden’s Gem Ø Purple Podded Pole Ø Crystal Apple Table Queen Seeded; Teddy Bear; Titan; Ø Minnesota Midget Ø Rattlesnake Snap Ø Double Yield Thelma Sanders Ø Torch; Valentine; Velvet Ø Pride of Wisconsin Runner Bean, Scarlet Early Fortune Waltham Butternut Ø Queen Ø Okra Speckled Cranberry Ø Edmonson Turnips Sweet Peas: America; Azureus; Ø Tiger’s Eye Japanese Climbing Mid-June–July Early April, late July–early August Everlasting or Perennial; Ø True Red Cranberry Ø Longfellow Clemson Spineless Purple Top White Globe Grandiflora Mix; Painted Lady Mexican Sour Gherkin Hill Country Red Watermelons Tobacco, Woodland (Night- Parade Ø Red Burgundy Scented) Early June Parisian Pickling Ø Silver Queen Zinnia: Benary’s Giant; Persian Blacktail Mountain Ø Poona Kheera Ø Carpets; Red Cap; Red Spider Golden Midget Russian Pickling Ø Moon & Stars Ø True Lemon Ø Orangeglo Visit www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com/sse2012 for links to descriptions of all these heirloom varieties. 30 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Climbing Plants

Í¥ Clematis Clematis See also BUSH CLEMATIS, page 13, and FREMONT’S LEATHER BUSH, page 6 Clematis climbs by $2.00—2.5” pot: $15.00—1 gal. pot: $15.00—1 gal. pot: C031 Radar Love, C. tangutica ß—Grows rapidly to C047 Huldine ß—Blooms in July from new growth C058 Rosemoor ß—Rose-red huge blooms with yel- twining. The plants form lush vines with an amazing number of and continues through October with sparkling low anthers. 5–6” flowers on both old and new bright yellow, 3–4” pendulous, lantern-shaped like full sun with white flowers accented in yellow. Group IIB. wood, flowering from May to September. Group flowers from July to fall. Beautiful feathery seed- 12–20’h IIA 6–8’h their roots protected heads. Thrives in containers, even in hanging bas- from the hottest kets. Group IIB. 10–15’h C048 Jackman, C. viticella ß—Most popular clematis. C059 Rubromarginata, C. × triternata ß—Heirloom Profuse bloomer with 4” dark velvet purple flow- hybrid of C. flammula with C. viticilla ‘Rubra’ midday rays. Those $3.00—3.5” pot: ers. Blooms mid and late summer. Old variety, from around 1880. Blooms heavily from mid- that tolerate a bit C032 Virgin’s Bower, C. virginiana ß—Native vine introduced about 1860. Group IIB. ***** 10’h summer to fall. The starry, four-petaled flowers are pink tipped and have a wonderfully sweet fra- with long festoons of small white flowers. Very C049 Josephine ß—The simple description: 4–5” more shade have grance. Prune hard at the end of winter to interesting seed heads. Free flowering. Suitable as double flowers in a blending of cream, green, lilac encourage new growth. Group IIB. 10–13’h been marked with ∏ a cut flower. Good to ramble over slopes. Blooms and pink with dark pink center stripes on the in the description. in summer. Seed from northeastern Iowa, south- petals, overall appearing lilac-pink. But the elabo- eastern Minnesota. Group IIB. 12–20’h Í∏˜ rate blooms change color and appearance so dra- matically from bud to seedhead that you almost All clematis are $4.00—2.5” pot: need a video. Blooms start in late spring and con- Perennial Vines toxic to people and C033 Sweet Autumn, C. terniflora—White, 1–2” open tinue for about 10 weeks. Group IA. 8’h C072 Sweet Pea, Everlasting ß pets. Deer resistant. flowers in clusters. Hardy, vigorous and easy to C050 Kilian Donahue ß—Flowers open ruby red at grow; free flowering and very fragrant August- the center, fading to brilliant fuchsia with orchid Lathyrus latifolius ‘Pearl Mix’ September. Seldom needs pruning, but when edges. Then flowers fade to lavender with a pink Pink, red or white blooms with winged stems. Plant in desired, prune in early spring when the buds bar, sporting dancing white anthers, burgundy- a protected area. Climbs by tendrils. 6’h Í∏ ¥ Pruning Groups begin to swell. Syn. C. paniculata. Group IIB. ***** tipped. Early and repeat bloomer. Group IA. $2.00—2.5” pot 15–20’h Group IA includes early 8–10’h Trumpet Creeper Campsis radicans large-flowered hybrids $11.00—3.5” pot: C051 Mrs. Robert Brydon ß—Vigorous, non-climb- Large trumpets in summer. Excellent for attracting ing vine with many small bluish-white flowers hummingbirds, good for butterflies. Vigorous vine; not and Group IIA contains C034 Blue Bird, C. macropetala—Semi-double, small, late summer through fall. Can be tied, allowed to for small spaces. May die back in severe winters, but the early species. Groups slate-blue flowers with creamy-white stamens. cascade down a hill, or be used as a ground cover. regrows from the ground. Climbs by aerial roots. Do Free-flowering in May and June with a good IB and IIB are the late Group IIB. 10’h not plant it next to your house or garage. Í∫˙ sprinkling of repeat bloom throughout the sum- large-flowering hybrids mer. Group IIA. 16’h C052 Niobe ß—Best red clematis. 6” flowers open $2.00—2.5” pot: nearly black, then mature to dark ruby-red with C073 C. radicans ß—Orange. 30’h and late species. C035 Stolwijk Gold, C. alpina—Superimposed against brilliantly contrasting yellow stamens. Very free $8.00—1 quart pot: a dark background, this yellow-leafed clematis flowering. Originated in Poland. Seldom needs C074 Red Sunset—Fiery red trumpet-shaped flowers Group IA offers you beguiling contrast. Nodding, 2” bell- pruning, but if you do, prune in April. Blooms with rich green foliage. It flowers almost all sum- LIGHT TRIM shaped blue flowers appear in May, changing to May to September. Group IA. 8–10’h fluffy silver seed heads for fall interest. Group IA. mer and is a favorite of hummingbirds. 25–35’h Start at top and trim 6–8’h C053 Polish Spirit ß—Queen of the Vines, one of the most prolific blooming of clematis. Masses of rich Wisteria Wisteria shoots back to first Alba Luxurians ◊ß C036 , C. viticella —Abundant, violet-blue, 2–4” flowers. Excellent for use along Charming flowers in long hanging clusters in May or pair of strong buds open-faced pin-wheel flowers are 2–4” wide with fences or on a trellis. Strong stems make good cut early June, followed by fruit pods that remain through- high on the shoot. white petals tipped green. Unusual and tough. flowers. Mulch heavily around the roots. Prune out winter. Best on a strong arbor or pergola. Rapid Blooms July-September. Group IB. 8–12’h hard in early spring. Group IB. 15’h grower, but tolerates brutal pruning. A big vine that Timing: Early spring. Í∏¥ Barbara Harrington ß needs a strong support. Twining. C037 —An exceptional late, C054 Princess Diana ß—A British hybrid of the Group IIA free-flowering plant. The 4” cerise flowers have Texas native Clematis texensis. Bright rose tulip- $12.00—1 gal. pot: pointed petals with a dark border and contrasting shaped flowers that flare wide as they mature. C075 Aunt Dee, W. macrostachya—Cloned from a vigor- TIDY UP yellow anthers. Superb when grown with climb- Long bloom period. Group IIB. 8–10’h ous vine growing near the Minnesota River in ing and rambling roses. Blooms late June through Bloomington. Pale purple (almost white) blooms. Take out dead growth ß September. Group IB. 8–10’h C055 Rebecca —5–7” red blooms with a creamy 15–25’h and prune tips as nec- center May-June, reblooming in August. Group C038 Bourbon ß $15.00—1 gal. pot: essary to keep vine —Vibrant red flower with taxi-yellow IIA. 6–8’h Í∏ anthers from June through early August. 5–6” C076 Blue Moon, W. macrostachya ◊—Large, fragrant within the trellis sup- blooms. A good candidate for containers, due to C056 Rhapsody ß—Sapphire blue petals that deepen lilac-blue flowers on long racemes in early sum- port. Timing: Late its diminutive size. Group IA, but prune again in color as they age. Creamy yellow anthers. mer followed by repeat blooms twice more. Blooms July through September. Group IB. spring or early summer. after first blooms; it will rebloom on new growth Introduced by Rice Creek Gardens. Hardy later in summer. 4–6’h 8–10’h to –40°F, this wisteria can bloom up to three times a year when planted in full sun. These are C039 Cardinal Wyszynski ß—Vigorous Polish inter- C057 Roguchi, C. integrifolia × durandii ß—Exquisite Groups IB & IIB two year old plants from vegetative propagation national gold award winner that glows with 6–8” nodding bells in the deepest shade of inky blue of the original Blue Moon plant. 15–30’h HARD PRUNE deep purplish red flowers from July through cover Roguchi from summer until fall. Glossy C077 Japanese Wisteria, W. floribunda—Fragrant 12–18” Start at ground level September. Group IB. 8–10’h seedheads add visual interest in the later fall gar- den on this hard-to-find garden vine. Group IIB. violet-blue clusters in early June with some Crystal Fountain ß and work up to prune C040 —Lilac blue with a foun- ***** 8’h repeat once established. Plant in a protected site, above a good pair of tain-like center. Unusual 4–5” double flowers. such as the east of a house. 20–40’h Compact, with free and repeat flowering. Suitable buds on each stem, for growing in a container or through small usually about one foot shrubs as well as on trellises. Blooms June- from the ground. September. Group IA. 6–8’h Minnesota State Horticultural Society Timing: Early spring. C041 Diana’s Delight ◊ß—Dark and light laven- Members SAVE $5 on your purchase der-blue blossoms with creamy centers. Blooms of $50 or more at the Friends School Note: Never prune into May–June and September. Group IIA. 4–6’h Í∏ C042 Duchess of Albany C. texensis ß—Pink tulip- plant sale! strong woody stems. Be sure to have your MSHS membership card Do not prune in fall. shaped blossoms with a cherry red bar adorn this small-flowered variety. Blooms July through with you. October. Group IB. ***** 8–10’h Not a member? Join MSHS at our membership C043 Empress ß—Central pink pompon surrounded A Final Note on table during the sale and save $5 off the Pruning Groups by pink with magenta bars. June to Sept. Group IIA. 6’h Í∏ membership AND receive a special gift for joining. Plus $5 off your plant sale purchase. Clematis that bloom in C044 Franziska Maria ß—Free-flowering, compact the spring on old wood, double clematis. Said to outperform any other Package includes: double currently available. Many blue-purple and then again in late ‡Ergonomic Weeder 4–6” flowers per stem. Blooms summer through Northern summer on new growth, fall. Group IA. 5–6’h ‡Current issue of defy definite rules about Gardener magazine C045 Gillian Blades ◊ß —Stunning, 5–8” ruffled ‡Reuseable tote bag the best pruning time, white flowers in late spring and again in late ‡Osmocote Plus Fertilizer since potential flowers summer. IA. 6–8’h ‡Minnesota Hardy booklet ß are removed no matter C046 Henryi —One of the oldest hybrids; from ‡Minnesota Grown directory when or where they are Scotland. Very large pure white flowers with Seed Savers Exchange catalog brown anthers. Blooms June and September. ‡ cut. We have generally Beautiful! Group IA. 10–12’h put these difficult-to- www.northerngardener.org catagorize clematis in ‡ Group IIA. www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 31 Succulents

Succulents are fleshy-leaved plants that store water, and so are adapted to dry conditions A021 Desert Rose Adenium obesum Prickly Pear, Upright Opuntia and containers. The ones below are not hardy in Minnesota, so you might want to consider Fleshy leaves and beautiful 2” pink trumpet- Less hardy relatives of the native prickly pear. Í wintering them indoors in a sunny window or under grow lights. When you bring them shaped flowers. The species name obesum refers to the swollen base of the plant. This outdoors in June, help them gradually adjust to higher light levels by starting them in $2.00—2.5” pot: native of the arid areas of Africa is excellent in A032 Flat Leaf ◊—Cute little upright cac- shade or a northern exposure for two weeks before moving to more light. pots. Can get big over time in a pot if over- tus with very thin pads. wintered. 18–36”h Í $18.00—6” pot For more succulents, see also Moss Roses (page 37). In rare plants, see the cactus (page 6). $10.00—6.5” pot: A022 Dew Plant A033 Variegated Treeform, O. monacantha And don’t forget the perennial and native succulents: Prickly Pear (page 51), Hen and Oscularia deltoides ß variegata ◊—Multiple green and Chicks (page 15), Spiny Star (page 21) and Stonecrop (page 21). Growing on wiry dark red stems, the leaves cream marbled flat pads covered in are fleshy and gray-green with jagged edges. bumps with tiny pink spikes. Red or yel- The heights are approximate. Succulents will grow smaller in small pots and larger in The real dazzle comes with the all-over dis- low flowers on mature plant in summer. large pots. play of bright pink flowers in mid-summer. Prefers morning sun. ¥ Í˝‰ Likes dry conditions. Easy. 12”h See also the native PRICKLY PEAR, page 51 Aeonium Aeonium A012 Cactus, Paraguayan Ball $3.00—4” pot A034 Rose Pincushion Gymnocalycium friedrichii ◊ This relative of hens and chicks forms a A023 Easter Egg Plant Mammillaria zeilmanniana rosette of succulent leaves on a basal stem, Excellent for growing in a sunny window. Adromischus sp. One of the most prolific bloomers among this resembling a miniature palm tree. Heights Filtered sunlight, moderate water in summer Puffy speckled gray-green leaves. Small and group of spherical cactus. Avoid strong sun given are for plants that have been over-win- (allow to dry out before watering). Keep dry Í¥ clumping. $2.00—2.5” pot inside or out. 3”h Í 3.00—2.5” pot tered for several years; annual growth is 4–6” and warm in winter. 4”h ∏¥ per year. Happy in a sunny window all winter. $4.00—2.5” pot Echeveria Echeveria A035A Sea Onion Í Rosette-forming succulents in a range of col- A013 Cactus, Peanut ◊ Ornithogalum caudatum $5.00—4” pot: ors, shapes and textures. Mexican native. Echinopsis chamaecereus Í∏¥ Stalks with 50–100 small, green-striped white A001 Garnet—Rose to dark red rosettes with flowers appear from May to August. Then this Cute, densely branched and ribbed cactus some green. 24–48”h $2.50—2.5” pot: “Pregnant Onion” forms its offspring as small from Argentina. Numerous peanut-like offsets $6.00—4” pot: A024 Assorted—Your choice of interesting bulbils on its sides. Bulb should be allowed to produced along the stems will root easily. In ß echeverias. ç go dormant in winter. 36”h Í∏ ¥ A002 Kiwi —The rosettes are pale yellow in late spring, 1–2” red-orange (Pantone Color of $2.50—2.5” pot the center, with green middles and pink- the Year 2012) flowers bloom. Moderate water $3.00—4” pot: ish red edges. Small yellow flowers may and light shade in summer. In winter, let rest A025 Perle von Nurnberg ß—Like pink roses A035B Silver Sticks bloom in the summer, but it’s the varie- in a cool location with very little water. A growing directly out of the ground. 9”h ç Calocephalus brownii gated leaves you really want. 24–36”h ∏ Í great cactus for beginners. 4–6”h A026 Flapjack ◊ß Very cool...no leaves, but it looks like silver A003 Zwartkop—Dark purple (seemingly $3.00—2.5” pot sticks! Wait until you see it. 8–12”h Í∏ ç black) rosettes. Sounds sinister, but Kalanchoe thyrsiflora ‘Fantastic’ $2.00—2.5” pot actually the plant has an amusing if A014 Cactus, Purple Ball ◊ Dramatic red edging intermixed with golden somewhat dramatic personality that gar- Neochilenia sp. highlights flushing over the large, flattened A040 Spurge, Pincushion den visitors are always attracted to. Silky funnels of color pop from this purple, silvery-green rounded leaves. Robust, Euphorbia enople ‘Purple Spikes’ 36–48”h ball-shaped cactus just when you need color drought-tolerant and a fast grower. Xeriscape. Branching succulent with 2” purple-red spines Í¥ Agave Agave most. Several varieties will be offered. Syn. 24”h $5.00—4” pot on gray-blue-green branches like a mini-cac- Eriosyce 4”h Í $3.00—2.5” pot tus. Color best in light shade but growth more Native to Mexico and the southwestern U.S., Jade Tree Crassula ovata compact in full sun. 6–24”h Í∏ †¥ agave is known for its large, thick fleshy See more CACTUS, page 6 Jade Trees are generally kept as house plants, $3.00—2.5” pot leaves that end in sharp points. A relative of A015A Candelabra Plant ß◊ but they appreciate a trip outside in the warm A041 yucca, agave puts up a tall, single stem when Star of Lundi Euphorbia lactea months. Thick branches with smooth, round- flowering (although it would be unusual for it ed, fleshy leaves. Clusters of small scented Pachypodium saundersii to flower in Minnesota). Í∏å¥ Dragon Bones, Good Luck Cactus, and Milk white or pink star-like flowers. Í∏ Southern African native with white flowers Tree are other names for this many-branched and a thick, bulbous stem. A natural bonsai. $3.00—2.5” pot: $10.00—6.5” pot: cactus look-alike. The triangular stems are 4–6 feet in its native South Africa. 24–48”h Í A005 Hedgehog Agave, A. stricta nana ◊— A027 Variegated. ◊ß shiny green with pale green markings. Like $18.00—6” pot Dwarf with narrow, blue-green needle- other spurge, exudes a milky white sap when $12.00—8” pot: Stonecrop Sedum like leaves. An attractive specimen for cut. Allow to dry between watering. In its ß A028 Classic —The classic jade plant. Good These stonecrops are not hardy here, but are small gardens or containers. 4–6”h native India, it grows to 15’ or more. Í∏¥ as a bonsai or grown to reach shrub pro- so beautiful you’ll want to have them in your $5.00—5.25” pot: $12.00—6.5” pot portions. May flower during the winter containers. Í¥ A006 Mixed Agaves ß A015B Carrion Flower, Dwarf months. 36”h A029 ß $2.00—2.5” pot: A007 Agave, Rattlesnake Mini, clump —Diminutive, but Stapelia sp. instead of a single tree form, it comes in A042 English Stonecrop, S. anglicum—Mass of Manfreda ‘Bloodspot’ Star-shaped flowers with an admittedly a clump. 18–48”h white to pinkish flowers in mid-summer. Similar to agave, with pointy, thick, fleshy unpleasant odor. Resembles a cactus with 2–4”h ∫ A030A Lawyer’s Tongue leaves. Thick blue-green leaves peppered with gray-green, velvety stems that branch up from $3.00—2.5” pot: Í∏ † ◊ cranberry spots and outlined with maroon their base. 6–8”h $3.00—2.5” pot Gasteria sp. A043 Hinton’s, S. hintonii ◊—Bubbly look- edges that terminate in a small spine. Summer A016 Cereus, Monstrose Aloe relative whose thick, strap-shaped leaves ing mat of fuzzy little pale blue-green brings fragrant creamy white tubular flowers spiral into a rosette with age. Scapes of sack- beads will probably make you coo. Small Íå Cereus monstrosis ‘Ming Thing’ or ‘Rojo’ on 24” spikes. 12”h $5.00—1 quart pot like blossoms appear in summer. Wonderful white starry flowers with red anthers. Monstrose cactus grows from random points Aloe Aloe house plant; likes afternoon shade outdoors. From Mexico. It’s possible this plant is and is covered in knobby bumps and whorls. Height dependent on age. Í∏ the almost identical S. mocinianum. 4”h Desert natives with long, thick spiked leaves. Likes warm temperatures in winter; excellent $3.00—2.5” pot A044 S. cepaea ◊—From all around the Í∏˙ for a windowsill garden. They prefer filtered A030B Living Baseball Mediterranean Sea, featuring tall, open $2.50—2.5” pot: light and dry conditions. ‘Ming Thing’ has pyramids of white, star-like flowers and Euphorbia obesa A008 Hoidal hybrids, A. × meyeri—Green and sculptural blue shapes, very short black spines whorled leaves. A very attractive bedding whitish rosettes with green and gray and woolly areoles. White flowers open at Peculiar is the word for this ball-shaped dwarf plant. marks. Coral or yellow flowers. 8–12”h night. ‘Rojo’ is bright green with bright red succulent, which resembles a stone a bit more ¥ bristly spines and wool. 12”h Í¥ Í¥ $5.00—4” pot: than it does a baseball. 8”h ß $5.00—3.5” pot $4.00—2.5” pot A045A Fine Gold Leaf —Trailing chartreuse $3.00—2.5” pot: foliage with tiny leaves. Drought tolerant A009 Tiger Aloe, A. variegata—Spotted leaves A017 Cow’s Hooves A031 Living Stones Lithops and suited to containers. 2–3”h ∫ with a variegated edge. This is a succu- Peperomia graveolens Subtle colors of gray, brown, rust, green and A045B Lemon Coral ß—Spiky chartreuse lent that likes shade and does great on Green and red hoof-shaped leaves cluster on pink, combine with fantastically intricate foliage. Very vigorous and hardy. 6–10”h ∫Ç most window sills. In winter, a 12” tall short stems. 4”h Í $4.00—2.5” pot markings and relatively large flowers. Lithops stalk carries pink to red flowers with originate from South Africa and Namibia, ¥ See also perennial STONECROP, page 21 green edges. 6”h Crassula Crassula where the unusual pebble-like appearance of $5.00—2.5” pot: Good container plants, they thrive on neglect. its leaves evolved to adapt to extreme heat A046 Succulents, Mixed ◊ A010 Variegated Gold Tooth, A. nobilis variegata Most prefer to be out of the hottest noonday and drought and to act as camouflage to make Choose the ones that you like from this mix of Í∏ ◊—Rosette of emerald leaves banded sun. Over-winter indoors. the plant less obvious to foraging animals. trailing and upright succulents. Pat says the with yellow and edged with gold teeth. $2.00—2.5” pot: 2–4”h Í $3.00—2.5” pot one called ‘Gollum’ is her favorite. Í Forms lots of offsets. Spikes of gold- A018 $3.00—2.5” pot Pagoda—Geometric little stacks of trian- A038 Pencil Tree orange tubular flowers. 6–12”h ¥ gular leaves with red tints. 6–12”h Euphorbia ‘Sticks on Fire’ A047 Zebra Plant Haworthia attenuata See more ALOE, pages 7 and 8 $3.00—2.5” pot: Strange branching plant like a skinny little Rosettes of spiky leaves banded or spotted A019 Mixed—Crassula range in size from less ∏ A011 Cactus, Feather ◊ cactus or coral. New stems are copper-red in with white. Greenish-white flowers. 6”h than an inch in height to 6’ shrubs. Mammilaria plumosa cool weather and peachy-yellow in summer, $3.00—2.5” pot Masses of soft white feathery spines make this A020 Crown of Thorns then age to shades of pink, pale orange, yellow Í¥ç one of the friendliest and most beautiful cac- Euphorbia millii ‘Thai Hybrids ‘ and chartreuse. Full sun. 12–24”h $9.00—6.5” pot tus plants. White flowers with strong sweet Prickly stems with large “bract” flowers. 24”h scent. Low, dense mounds. 6”h by 16”w Í¥ Í¥ $4.00—3.5” pot $2.50—2.5” pot 32 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Annual Flowers Visa, MasterCard & Discover Key Ageratum Ageratum A066 Aztec Sweet Herb Lippia dulcis ◊ Begonia, Wax Begonia semperflorens Í Full sun Fuzzy flower heads in attractive umbels. Easy to grow. Central American plant whose odd .5” clover-like Great for sculpting with colors. One of the most versa- ∏ Part sun/part shade Seeds eaten by finches. These are vigorous, taller vari- flower cones, bronzy-purple foliage, and a spicy scent tile plants—use them for bedding, edging, hanging Ó eties, good for cutting. Deer tolerant. Í∏∫ make it an attractive trailing plant. 24–48”h Í¥ baskets, window boxes, patio containers, or as a house Shade Í∏¥ $5.00—4” pot: —2.5” pot $1.50 plant. Easy to grow. 6–12”h ç Attractive foliage A048 Patina Purple ◊ß—Clusters of button flowers A067 Baby Jump Up ß◊ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: ß ı Bird food source in shades of purple, especially a deep reddish Mecardonia ‘GoldDust’ A090 Cocktail Vodka —Bronze leaves, red flowers. purple. Buds and leaves also purplish. Good heat A091 Super Olympia Pink ß—Green leaves, pink ∫ Butterfly-friendly tolerance so blooms all summer. 10–12”h Add some sizzle to your containers. Petite, bright yel- flowers. † Cold-sensitive: low flowers cover this trailing plant from May to frost. ß $5.00—6 plants in a pack: A092 Super Olympia White —Green leaves, white keep above 40°F Very heat tolerant. 2–5”h by 16”w Í $5.00—4” pot A049 Blue Horizon ß—Lavender-blue. 20–30”h flowers. Ç Culinary Bachelor’s Buttons Centaurea cyanus A093 Bells of Ireland Moluccella laevis ß ´ Edible flowers Alyssum, Sweet Lobularia maritima Long strong stems ideal for cut flowers. Easy to grow, Graceful flower spikes are covered with pale green, del- ˝ Ground cover Easy to grow. Forms a thick carpet of tiny flowers, so it makes a beautiful contrast to brighter hued plants. ˙ wonderfully fragrant that it is well worth stooping to Í∏´ icately veined, bell-shaped calyxes. Superb in fresh or Hummingbird-friendly Only the petals are edible. dried arrangements. 20–24”h Í∏  smell them. Perfect for edging or overhanging a sunny Medicinal Í∫ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: $2.00—4 plants in a pack wall. Good in containers. 3–5”h ß ‰ Rock garden A068 Blue Boy —Double blooms in a stunning shade ß◊ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: of blue. 30”h A094 Bird’s Eyes Gillia tricolor A050 Easter Basket Mix ß—Pink, purple and white. ß ˜ Minnesota native A069 Midnight —Striking, nearly black, fluffy double Chocolate-scented! Lavender and white trumpet- A051 Purple ß shaped half-inch flowers with gold and violet throats å U.S. native blooms. 36”h A052 Rose ß and blue stamens. Feathery foliage. Prefers dry soil. A053 White ß Bacopa Sutera cordata Í ß 12–18”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack Saturday restock Trailing, great for containers. Drought tolerant. Í∏ Ø Amaranth, Ornamental Amaranthus A095 Black Varnish ß Certified organic $3.00—4” pot: Tall, bushy plants with deeply colored leaves. Drought- Pseuderanthemum ‘Black Varnish’ ¥ Toxic to humans A070 White ß—Tiny white flowers. 12”h resistant. The leaves and seeds are high in protein. Love dramatic “black” plants? This exotic foliage is the Height depends on soil and exposure. Reseeds. $4.00—4.5” pot: blackest we’ve seen. Pink flowers may peek from ß Í∏†¥ A071 Blue —Blue flowers. 12”h underneath the shiny foliage. Bring inside for the win- $1.50—2.5” pot: $4.00—4” pot: ter. 18–24”h ∏ $4.00—4” pot ß ß A054 Velvet Curtains, A. cruentis —Intense show of A072 Great Dark Pink —Dark pink flowers. 4–8”h Black-Eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta shining crimson foliage topped by curving bur- A073 Great Pink Ring ß—Light pink flowers with pur- gundy fronds like a jester’s cap. Dramatic cut ple centers. 5”h Intriguing varieties that are not reliably hardy here in flowers. 60”h Minnesota, so we treat them as annuals, although they $5.00—4” pot: may give a repeat performance next year. Great for cut ß $2.00—4 plants in a pack: A074 Gulliver White —Extra large white flowers. flowers. Í∏¥ A055 Pygmy Torch, A. hypochondriacus ◊—Dark Vigorous grower. 6–10”h $5.00—6 plants in a pack: crimson 12” flower spikes and burgundy-toned A075 Bat Face Cuphea llavea ß foliage. What makes this poor plant a hypochon- A096A Cherokee Sunset —3–4” double or semi-dou- driac? The species name is from the Greek for Flowers resemble the face of a bat (if you use your ble blooms in yellow, orange, bronze and imagination). Unique red flowers with dark purple and mahogany. 24–30”h “below” (hypo) and “cartilege” (chondos) mean- ß ing “below the ribs” where the ancients believed black markings. Heat tolerant Mexican native. 18–24”h A096B Cherry Brandy —The first red-flowered black- Í∫˙ melancholy to originate. This plant does have $2.50—2.5” pot eyed Susan. Multiple stems produce 3–4” flowers moody colors! 20–24”h ◊ in shades of an unusual muted cherry-red with a A076 Begonia, Art Hodes dark brown eye. 20–24”h $5.00—6 plants in a pack: Begonia ‘Art Hodes’ ß A097A Blood Leaf Iresine ß◊ A056 Tricolor Splendens Perfecta, A. tricolor —Very Dainty white flowers a foot above the very large, tex- colorful leaves of rich red, yellow and bright tured velvety red leaves. Wonderful for larger shaded Pretty red leaves, used in South America and by the green. Early. 36–72”h containers or window boxes—attractive even when it’s Hmong as herbal medicine. Used by the Hmong as part of Cook with Chicken, Makes Body Strong. 36”h Angel Mist Angelonia angustifolia not blooming. 24”h ∏Ó ¥ $8.00—4.5” pot Í $3.00—4” pot Great garden performer, thriving in heat and wet or dry Begonia, Bonfire Begonia boliviensis A097B Blue Shrimp Plant ◊ conditions. Beautiful .75” blooms like tiny orchids or Attractive serrated leaves are shaped like wings and Í∏ snapdragons. Excellent in containers. 10–12”h will cascade over walls or baskets. Season-long blooms Cerinthe major purpurescens ‘Kiwi Blue’ $3.00—3.5” pot: Can be brought inside, dormant, for the winter. Í∏¥ Little-known bushy annual with blue foliage with myr- ß iad purple flowers. Lasts well into fall. 12–18”h Í A057 Serena Lavender —Masses of lavender blooms $4.00—4” pot: $2.00—3.5” pot open on plentiful long, elegant stems all summer. A077 Bonfire Orange ß—Eye-catching profusion of ß A058 Serena Purple —Purple and pink bi-color. red-orange flowers. 12–15”h Butterfly Bush Buddleia ß Angel’s Trumpet Datura A078 Bonfire Scarlet —Darker red. 12–15”h May come back after a mild winter. Some of these have Bushy plants covered with huge trumpet-shaped $5.00—4” pot: been surviving for years near the heated foundation on blooms. Give it plenty of space. Í¥ A079 Bonfire Chocolate Pink ◊ß—Pink 2” flowers, the south side of Friends School. Í∫ $3.00—3.5” pot: standing out against the dark plum chocolate $3.00—3.5” pot: leaves. 12–20”h A059 Beej, Datura inoxia ◊—Unique fuzzy foliage, A098 Attraction—The closest to red so far in butterfly large, upfacing, creamy white flowers. From A080 Begonia, Gryphon ß bush. 55”h A099 India. 48” Begonia ‘Gryphon’ Potter’s Purple—Thick, large dark purple pani- cles. A real standout. 60–72”h $6.00—4.5” pot: Deeply cut black foliage is lined and marbled with A060 Purple—“Hose in hose” double purple blooms. shiny silver. Copper flower spikes. Enjoys being out- $5.00—3.5” pot: 36”h ∫ side for the summer. 14–36”h ∏¥ $5.00—4” pot A100 Black Knight, B. davidii—Blackish-purple blooms. A061 White—Single blooms. 36”h ∫ 48–72”h A081 Begonia, Orange Begonia sutherlandii Butterfly Flower Asclepias curassavica Artichoke Cynara Covered with showy orange flowers all season. A Striking architectural plants. Í tuberous plant with bright green, red-veined lance- From South America. Strong stems hold up umbels of brightly colored flowers very attractive to butterflies. $3.00—3.5” pot: shaped leaves. If grown in a container, bring inside Excellent cut flowers. Í∏∫¥ A062 Moroccan, C. baetica ssp. Maroccana—Unusual before frost. Keep dry until spring, then put outside. Í∏ †¥ small-scale artichoke relative with dramatic nar- 8–12”h $2.50—2.5” pot $5.00—6 plants in a pack: A101 ß row spiny gray-green leaves and purple thistle- A082 Begonia, Raquel Wood Silky Deep Red —Dark red with orange. 28–40”h like flowers. Not fussy, deer resistant, drought Begonia ‘Raquel Wood’ tolerant. 18”h A102 Silky Gold ß—Golden yellow. 28–40”h Named for the woman who was the first director of ß $3.00—4” pot: Friends School. Green leaves with dark brown edges A103 Cabbage Palm, New Zealand ß A063 Globe, C. scolymus ‘Imperial Star’ —A special and marks, pink to rose flowers. (Kusler 1961) 12”h Cordyline australis ‘Red Sensation’ variety for northern gardens. Don’t harvest the ∏Ó $3.00—4” pot Spiky sub-tropical tree is a showy plant with clusters of buds: Let them bloom. The otherworldly purple arching, bronzy red leaves. 36”h Íç $6.00—4.5” pot flower is worth the sacrifice. 48”h ´Â A083 Begonia, Snail Begonia rex ‘Escargot’ ß Cabbage, Flowering Brassica oleracea A064 Artillery Plant Pilea microphylla ◊ Deeply spiraled leaves marked in bands of silver and green curl in on themselves like the shell of a snail. Colorful flowering cabbages last into winter. Edible, Teensy delicate-looking succulent leaves on arching Grown for the foliage. Also makes an excellent house- too! An easy to grow ornamental annual that has its stems. Tiny greenish flowers may bloom for you and plant. 6–12”h Í∏Ó†ç¥ $9.00—-in a 3” pot brightest color when the nights are cool. Frost toler- later shoot pollen. When indoors, prefers humidity and lant. Plant in full sun for best color. Í∏´Ç bright indirect light. From south of the border and way Begonia, Tuberous Begonia hybrida $2.00—4 plants in a pack: south of the border. 8–12”h ∏ $3.00—4” pot Shade lover with huge flowers. Usually grown as an A104 Chidori Red ß—Deep red center, purple outer A065A Asparagus Fern ß annual, but the tubers can be stored over winter and restarted indoors in late winter. 8–12”h Í∏Ó ¥ leaves. 8–12”h Asparagus densiflorus ‘Sprengeri’ A105 Nagoya Mix ß—Highly fringed leaves, early- $3.00—3.5” pot: bloomer. 8”h Long, graceful sprays, fragrant pinkish flowers, coral- ß A084 Orange A106 Peacock Red ß—Red shades, feathery leaves. 6”h red berries at Christmas. To pot with geraniums. ß Íç¥ A085 Red A107 Peacock White ß—Lacy white over green. 24–48” $3.00—3.5” pot ß Tuberous A086 Rose Strikingly intricate. 6–12”h ß Begonia A065B Aster, Pot and Patio Mix Aster ß A087 Salmon (Apricot) A108 Purple Pigeon ß—Greenish purple outer leaves ß Large, frilly flowers in a mix of colors. 8”h Í∏ A088 White with a red center and round heads. 12–18”h ß $2.00—4 plants in a pack A089 Yellow www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 33 Annual Flowers Cabbage, Flowering continued Canna continued Castor Bean continued $2.00—4 plants in a pack: $6.00—5” pot: $3.00—4” pot: A109 Victoria Pigeon ß—Variegated green and white A119 Achira, C. edulis ◊—Edible variety, once an essen- A124 Zanzibar ß—Largest of all the castor bean plants outer leaves with a pale pink center. 12–18”h tial crop of the Incas. Super-vigorous roots are still with green leaves up to 36” wide. You’ll be ß used as food and are a source of arrowroot starch. amazed at how big this guy gets in one A110 Caladium Caladium Roots can be roasted like a potato. Peeled stems and Minnesota summer. Can’t be beat for cost per Large leaves unfold in shades of red, pink, green, and shoots can be stir-fried as a green vegetable like square inch. 120”h white, providing color in shade. The hotter and more bamboo shoots. Edible red and yellow-orange 2.5” $4.00—4.5” pot: humid it gets, the better caladium looks, provided water is ´Ç flowers are attractive in salads. 48–72”h A125 Carmencita ß—8” decorative leaves are a deep available. Varieties: Frieda Hemple (red), White Queen $8.00—1 gal. pot: red-bronze and the flowers are electric rose. (white and pink), Candidum (white), Freida Halderman A120 Song’s ß—Red leaves and small red flowers. 48–72”h (pink), Florida Elise (pink). 24”h ∏†ç¥$9.00—6” pot Selected by a local Hmong grower. 48–60”h ç ß◊ Caladium A111 Calendula ß◊ A126 Chilean Bell Flower A121 Cardoon Cynara cardunculus Calendula officinalis ‘Neon’ Nolana humifusa Plant it for its fabulous architectural good looks. You’ll Lavender-blue funnel-shaped 1” flowers from the Andes This showstopper has ultra-double flowers, glowing in enjoy its bold stalks of huge silver-green prickly serrat- are painted with lilac-black streaks in the centers. Creeps brilliant orange edged in burgundy. 2” blooms provide ed leaves. It is extremely cold tolerant and will survive and cascades. Blooms until frost. Likes well-drained, non-stop color from spring through first frost. Cold- in the garden into December if kept well watered. The even dry soil. 12–18”h ͉$2.00—4 plants in a pack tolerant daisies whose petals can be used in salads. edible leaf stalks taste like artichoke. 60”h ÍÇ May reseed. 24”h Í∏´ $5.00—6 plants in a pack ß $6.00—1 quart pot A127 Chinese Houses Collinsia heterophylla Canna Canna ß California wildflower with pagoda spires of snapdrag- A122A Caribbean Copper Plant on-like light purple and white blossoms. Heavy Grown for its tropical effect with beautiful blooms in Euphorbia cotinifolia ‘Burgundy WIne’ bloomer and a long lasting cut flower. 12–24”h Í summer and fall. Excellent in groups, in mixed borders Doesn’t look like much at the sale, but grows into a $2.00—4 plants in a pack or rising out of containers. Dig clumps in fall and store smokebush-like plant with striking dark-red foliage. in a frost-free location until replanting in spring. Í ß Useful for height in mixed containers, but also in the A128 Cigar Flower $2.00—3.5” pot: garden where it provides great contrast. Bring it in for Cuphea cyanea ‘Caribbean Sunset’ A112 Tropical Red—The Tropical series all have com- the winter. 36”h Í∏¥ç $3.00—4” pot Orange tubular flowers with yellow faces and purple ç pact size and large blooms. 30”h ß ears, and dark green leaves with red stems. Very heat A113 Tropical Salmon ß—Compact size, large blooms, A122B Cassia, Popcorn tolerant, it is good for hummingbirds and needs no and ready flowering. 30”h Cassia didymobotrya dead-heading. 18–24”h Í∫˙ $4.00—4” pot A114 Tropical Scarlet Bronze ◊ß—Rich scarlet Fast growing, graceful, feathery shrub from Africa with flowers over dramatic bronze-burgundy foliage on yellow flowers over long season. It smells exactly like A129 Cineraria Pericallis ‘Senetti Blue Bi-color’ a dwarf plant. 18–30”h buttered popcorn if you rub the leaves or if a breeze ß A115 Tropical Yellow ß—Compact size, large blooms, blows through it. Rounded shape. 48”h by 36”w Í Electric blue and white 3” flowers with black centers and ready flowering. 30”h $6.00—6” pot make a great filler in spring containers. Will rebloom if $6.00—5.25” pot: cut back. Try them with orange or yellow flowers, or Castor Bean Ricinus communis Í∏ ¥ A116A Australia ß—Shiny, burgundy-black foliage and with “black” foliage. 15–23”h $5.00—4” pot Stunning tropical foliage. The entire plant is very poi- orange-red blooms. Creates a “black” background that sonous, particularly the seeds, which should be A130 Cockscomb ß makes other garden flowers stand out. 60”h removed before they ripen. Grow in fertile, well- Celosia argentea crista ‘Amigo Mix’ A116B King Humbert, Red ß—Deep burgundy and green drained soil. It really can get as tall as noted in one leaves, from almost chocolate to deep green with red Bold colors of red, pink and yellow. Drought tolerant summer: it’s a great way to have a tree without the ͆ veins and edges: orange/red flowers. 72”h ç and easy to grow. Very eye-catching. 6”h expense or the commitment! Í¥ A117 King Humbert, Yellow ◊ß—Buttery yellow $2.00—4 plants in a pack flowers with a splash of orange. Apple-green $3.00—4” pot: Coleus see box below foliage. aka ‘Florence Vaughn’ 48–72”h A123 New Zealand Purple ß—Giant dark bronze-pur- A118 Wyoming ß—Bright but soft orange blossoms ple leaves with a metallic sheen. Cream-colored with extremely dark red foliage. 48–60”h ç flowers develop into purple prickly seed pods that Canna match the foliage. 72–96”h Coleus Solenostemon scutellarioides ç† Coleus comes in a wide variety of leaf colors For Sun $4.00—4” pot: $5.00—4” pot: and shapes. Easy to grow. Also grown as a These coleus varieties can take full or part A154 Alabama Sunset ß—Rich cranberry and A166 Religious Rutabaga ◊ß—Long, house plant and easily propagated from cut- sun, and often have more vivid colors than burgundy with golden highlights. pointed, serrated leaves with streaks of tings. Did you know it’s also known as Flame their shadier counterparts. Í∏ 10–14”h yellow, purple, green and red. 16–18”h Nettle? A155 Beauty of Lyon ß—Lance-shaped leaf that A167 Sedona ß—Beautiful southwestern For Shade $2.00—4 plants in a pack: goes from green to bronze to an intense bronze. Don’t miss it! 12–18”h A142 Black Dragon ß—Red leaves with a ◊ß Bring some excitement to a shady corner. The coral center. Bushy in habit. 18–24”h A168 Smallwood’s Driveway — purple-black edge. Compact with large ß colorful leaves are useful planted under trees A156 Fishnet Stockings —Dark-veined Multicolored purple and warm tones, lobed leaves. 10–14”h cross-hatched margins on a green back- with deeply scalloped leaves. (And it where little else will grow. ∏Ó ß A143 Scarlet Poncho —Large, heart-shaped ground. 24–36”h really was discovered in a driveway.) $2.00—4 plants in a pack: leaves are red with chartreuse scalloped A157 Kiwi Fern ß—Great scalloped edges on 12–18”h edges and flecks. Cascading. 10–12”h ◊ß A131 Carefree Mix ß—Oak-leaf shape. narrow purple leaves. Very upright. A169 Songbird —Dark chocolate ruf- A144 Versa Lime ß—Chartreuse to pale 10–14”h 18–20”h fled leaves with raspberry centers. Looks green. 30”h ß A132 Wizard Jade ß—Heart-shaped leaves A158 Merlot —Large dark wine-colored good enough to eat (but don’t). Upright are ivory with green margins. 12–14”h leaves developing a tiny green picotee and mounded. 12–18”h $3.00—4” pot: ◊ß A133 Wizard Pink ß—Heart-shaped leaves edge as they age. 10–14”h A170 Sparkler —Duckfoot frilled gold- A145 Eleanor ß—Red-pink-coral over green. ß with pink centers and ivory and green A159 Stained Glass —Hot pink center, radi- en leaves edged with dark pink, emerald Almost iridescent. A North Star intro- ating out into a dark edge. 12–18”h green blotches and thin burgundy lines. margins. 10–14”h duction. 10–14”h A134 Wizard Sunset ß—Large apricot-red Compact upright habit. 14–18”h A146 Henna ß—Serrated chartreuse-copper $5.00—4” pot: ß leaves, heart-shaped with gold scalloped A171 Swinging Linda —Startling neon rose leaves that curl slightly to show bur- A160 Alligator Tears ß—Saw-tooth green and purple with white edges. Trailing edges. 12–14”h gundy underneath. Looks great with A135 Wizard Velvet Red ß—Burgundy red edges with jagged creamy yellow cen- form. 6–8”h purple, orange, or other hot colors. An ◊ß with darker markings and thin green ters. Mounded form. 20–30”h A172A Trailing Plum —Rich purple- introduction from Costa Rica. 18–24”h A161 Big Red Judy ß—A screaming red dap- burgundy in center of leaf surrounded margins. 10–14”h A147 Merlin’s Magic—Feathery, fantasy leaves pled with golden orange on its large by bright rose with golden edge. Trailing $3.00—3.5” pot: combine purple, green, pink, yellow, and leaves. Vicky says, “This mama could habit. 6–8”h by 18–24”w white with a thin purple border. A136 Chocolate Lime Splash ß—Yellow stop traffic.” Best in full sun, and has A172B Trailing Queen ß—Deep purple trail- 10–16”h green with scattered patches of very great heat and humidity tolerance. 36”h ing coleus with a lacy green border and a A148 Nancy’s Choice ß—Very frilly leaves in ◊ß dark purple. 12”h A162 Fingerpaint —Heart-shaped, shock of hot pink in the center of the dark red, green and yellow. Bushy habit A137 Molten Lava ◊ß—Red on red toothed leaves are either randomly textured leaf. Heirloom variety that has and purple stems. Like a leafy carnival. pizzazz. 24–36”h splashed with red, burgundy, purple, been popular since the Victorian era. 24–30”h A138 Quack ß—Duckfoot leaves on a low- charteuse, and yellow, or are solid red or 8”h A149 New Orleans ß—Very showy; dark red- growing, bushy plant, good for contain- solid yellow. Colors intensify with more A173 Tw i s t a n d Tw i r l ß—Its twisty leaves are purple velvet leaf. 10–14”h ers. Gold background blotched with light. 24–36”h cheerfully splashed with burgundy, A150 Red Ruffles—Rose red leaves with wine maroon, bronze and green. A North Star A163 Glennis—Pale golden heart becoming green, red and yellow. Because it is not veining are speckled with black and have introduction. 8–10”h pink with green, purple and red only neon colored, it mixes well with other narrow light green edges. 14–20”h toward the edges. Sun will deepen the plants and flowers. 24–30”h $4.00—4.5” pot: A151 Rustic Orange—Shades of coral to darker colors. 12–24”h A174 Wasabi ◊ß—Large chartreuse leaves A139 Kong Mosaic ß—Each leaf flaunts a orange. 10–14”h A164 Mariposa ◊ß—Spanish for “butter- with serrated edges. Retains bright color unique pattern of green, red and cream. A152 Tilt a Whirl—Swirling petticoat leaves fly”: 6–8” rich dark purple leaves with throughout season. Upright habit. 22”h of red, purple and light green with frilly ß vibrant crimson pink edges drape down 18–28”h A140 Kong Red —Extremely large leaves. edges tipped in yellow. Named for the to display the colors. 24–32”h Performs best in full shade. 22”h carnival ride made in Faribault, ◊ß ß A165 Nuclear Fusion —Narrow, irregu- A141 Kong Rose —Extremely large leaves. Minnesota. 10–14”h lar leaves splashed in reds and greens. 22”h 12–24”h 34 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Annual Flowers Visa, MasterCard & Discover Key A175 Copperleaf Acalypha wilkesiana ß A212 Firethorn Solanum pyracanthum ß Í Full sun The leaves turn more coppery the more sun they Yikes! Wicked, scary, and bizarre. Half-inch decorative ∏ Part sun/part shade receive. In filtered or partial shade, the leaves have Dahlia orange thorns line the orange veins on both tops and Ó Shade more purple, mauve, and pink tones. Spectacular varia- undersides of the long, deeply lobed blue-green leaves. tions of color wherever it is planted. Heat tolerant. Tender perennial whose tubers can be dug and More thorns on the orange fuzzy stems. Star-shaped 1” Í∏ç¥ stored in a cold but frost-free basement. ç Attractive foliage 24–48”h $2.50—3.5” pot lavender flowers in summer are just the plant’s futile ı ß attempt to look cute. Fiercely beautiful in combination Bird food source Coreopsis, Annual Coreopsis A189 Bishop’s Children with orange flowers and copper foliage. 36”h Í∏ ¥ ∫ Butterfly-friendly Hard to beat for long-lasting displays of blooms Dark purple foliage and stems with blooms in an $2.00—3.5” pot † Cold-sensitive: throughout the summer. May reseed. Í array of scarlet, red and rose shades. 24–36”h Í Flame Flower Celosia argentea plumosa keep above 40°F $5.00—6 plants in a pack: $2.00—3.5” pot Ç Culinary A176 Mahogany Midget, C. tinctoria ß—Superb Dark Angel Glowing plumes and sultry dark bronze foliage. Makes a great dried flower. Drought tolerant. 15”h ͆ ´ Edible flowers mahogany-red dwarf strain. Plants are covered Intensely colored single flowers over black-as- night foliage. Not in the least bit scary! Í $2.00—4 plants in a pack: ˝ Ground cover with masses of rich flowers all summer. 10–12”h A177 Roulette—Golden inner petals form tiger stripes A213 Castle Mix ß—Scarlet, pink, yellow and orange ˙ Hummingbird-friendly $9.00—1 quart pot: on a deep mahogany daisy. 24–36”h A214 Castle Yellow ß Â A190 Dracula—Red-violet blooms. 12”h Medicinal ◊ A215 Chinatown ß—Striking scarlet red flowers on ‰ See more COREOPSIS, pages 13 and 49 A191 Star Wars —Orange-red tips blend into Rock garden yellow toward the center of these 3–5” single dark green to bronze foliage. A knock-out! Cosmos Cosmos bipinnatus flowers that stand out against purple-bronze ˜ Flamingo Flower Celosia spicata Minnesota native Very easy to grow. Daisy-like blooms, 3.5” across, all foliage. 14–16”h å Feathery, wheat-type blossoms on strong stems later in U.S. native summer. Excellent cut flowers. Prefers full sun and ß well-drained soil—great next to a hot alley—but A192 Dark Night summer. Fine cut flower and stunning, trouble-free bor- Í∏∫ der plant. Dries well. Drought tolerant. Peru native. ͆ ß Saturday restock tolerates part shade. Dahlia ‘Dahlinova Hypnotica Dark Night’ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Ø Certified organic $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Maroon (almost black) double blooms with dark ß green foliage. 12–14”h Í $5.00—4” pot A216 Flamingo Purple ß—28–40”h ¥ Toxic to humans A178 Psyche Mix —Deep pink and burgundy. Slow to fade, semi-double. 36–48”h Figaro $5.00—6 plants in a pack: A179 Rose Bonbon—Very double, blowsy pink blooms. A217 Cramer’s Amazon ß—Purple and green variegat- Double blooms. 12–16”h Í∏ 24–36”h ed leaves with plume-like burgundy-rose blooms. A180 Sea Shells Mix ß—Very early blooms with tubu- $2.00—3.5” pot: 48”h ç ß lar petals, unique. 36–48”h A193 Figaro Orange ß A181 Sensation Mix ß—Large (4–6”) semi-doubles. A194 Figaro Violet ß A218 Flax, Scarlet Linum rubrum 36–48”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: This brilliant red flower blooms in profusion, and ß although each flower lasts only a day, the plant pro- A182 Sonata White —Yellow-eyed white blooms. A195 Figaro Mix ß—Yellow, orange, red, gold, duces enough blossoms to last all summer. It is both 20–24”h white, violet. heat and drought resistant. 12–18”h Í $5.00—6 plants in a pack: Goldalia $5.00—6 plants in a pack A183 Double Click Mix ß—Large, frilly double and semi-double flowers in rosy-red, pink, and white Shorter than most dahlias, with a flurry of con- Flowering Maple Abutilon trasting whiskered petals at the center of the with golden centers. 48”h Maple-shaped leaves. Blooms with small hibiscus-like ß bloom. Í∏ A184 Rubenza —Deep red flowers that fade to rose flowers all summer. Makes a great flowering house- red. Fleuroselect Novelty award. 24–48”h $4.00—4” pot: plant, too. Í∏ A196 Orange ß—Deep orange-red outer petals; A185 Cosmos, Chocolate $2.50—2.5” pot: yellow whiskers. 10–12”h A219 Chinese Lanterns, A. megapotamicum—Arching Cosmos atrosanguineus A197 Rose ß—Deep pink flowers with white shoots carry bright green foliage and spectacular Velvety, maroon flowers with the scent of chocolate. whiskers on a compact plant. 6–8”h red and yellow flowers that resemble miniature Over-winter the roots in a cool storage area. 24–36”h A198 Scarlet ß—Rounded red outer petals, soft hot-air balloons. 72”h Í∏ ∫ $2.50—2.5” pot yellow whiskers around a bright yellow cen- $4.00—4” pot: A186 Cosmos, Dwarf ß ter. 10–12”h A220 Bella Mix, ß—3” flowers of rose, salmon, yellow ◊ß Cosmos sulphureus ‘Limara Lemon’ A199 Happy Days Pink and peach. 16”h Large yellow blooms on compact, well-branched Wide pink, slightly stripy petals surround a gold $5.00—4” pot: plants. Very easy to grow. Masses of impressive semi- center. Dark blue-purple-green foliage. Deep red- A221 Lucky Lantern Tangerine, ◊—Bright open- double blooms. Very heat and drought tolerant. 12”h dish foliage that showcases large single blossoms faced, ruffled 3” flowers face outward. Bred by an Í∏∫ $2.00—4 plants in a pack on tall, sturdy, wiry stems. 10”h Í Dahlia Australian university. Long bloom season. Great $5.00—4” pot Cup Flower Nierembergia caerulea houseplant. 12–14”h See also TREE DAHLIA, page 7 Compact plants covered with starry blooms all sum- A222 Forget-Me-Nots, Alpine ◊ mer. Spreading. Needs well-drained soil and hot sun. Eritrichium canum ‘Baby Blues’ 6”h Í Eucalyptus Corymbia Azure blossoms very much like forget-me-nots on $2.00—4 plants in a pack: A tree in its native Australian habitat, treated as an dense flower spikes in summer. Well drained or even ß A187 Blue Mountain —Lavender-blue. annual in Minnesota or wintered indoors. Drought gritty soil. 10–15”h Í∏ $5.00—4” pot ß A188 Mont Blanc —White. tolerant. Í Four O’Clocks Mirabilis Dahlia see box at right $5.00—4” pot: Trumpet-shaped flowers open in late afternoon. A206 Bookleaf Mallee, C. kruseana ◊—Fragrant sil- Blooms from late spring to early fall and is attractive to Daisy, Blue-Eyed Arctotis ver-gray leaves with a red edge. Greenish yellow bees, butterflies and birds. Tender perennial that can Sassy, heat-loving daisies with contrasting silver flowers in late summer. 24–36”h ¥ be dug and stored over the winter, or may survive next foliage. Great for mixed containers or the garden. Í A207 Boxwood ◊ß—Fragrant bouquet filler. Tiny to a heated foundation. Í∏˙¥ $5.00—4” pot: round foliage on upright compact plant. Winter A200 ß indoors. 24–36”h $5.00—6 plants in a pack: Cherry Frost —Intense red daisies with a ß golden eye. 10–16”h A208 Lemon Bush, C. citriodora ◊ß—More pun- A223 Harlequin Mix —Bi-colors, striations and A201 gently lemony than actual lemons or lemon streaks in showy flowers. 24”h Hearts and Tarts—Orange to pink or yellow ß petals with a lighter center. 8–12”h verbena. Plant it near a walkway. Unusual 6” A224 Limelight —Vivid fuchsia blooms atop bright sandpapery, sword-shaped bluish foliage ages to chartreuse foliage speckled with deep green A202 Daisy, Dahlberg ß silver-green then becomes attractively etched flecks. 24”h Thymophylla tenuiloba with red for fall. Pink fuzzy stems. 90’ tall as a A225 Salmon Sunset ◊ß—Fragrant salmon-orange ∫ A trailer with deeply divided, feathery leaves and a pro- tree in its native Australia. 36”h ¥ flowers with a touch of pink. 24–36”h by 18”w fusion of tiny yellow daisy flowers. The leaves have a A209 Falling Stars Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’ Fuchsia, Trailing Fuchsia pungent, lemony odor when crushed. Can be planted Robust bright red funnel-shaped flowers on slightly Brilliant color for shade. Great for window boxes. in rock gardens or in pockets among paving stones or ∏Ó´˙ patio blocks. It makes a great edging plant for well- arching, branched stems add brilliance to any garden. drained sunny areas. 6–12”h Í˝‰ Plant it in moist, well-drained soil. You can either $3.00—4” pot: $5.00—6 plants in a pack leave it in the ground well-mulched or dig up and store A227 Dark Eyes ß—Double red with purple. 18–24”h the corms. 32”h Í $3.00—3.5” pot A228 Swing Time ß—Double red with white. 12–24”h A203 Daisy, Snowland ß A210 Chrysanthemum paludosum ‘Snowland’ Farewell to Spring Fuchsia, Upright Fuchsia Clarkia rubicunda ß Charming dwarf plants with an abundance of sparkling Can be over-wintered indoors, where they flower well white classic daisies with bright yellow centers. A good This rare California native with the great common in low-light conditions. Over a few years, the plants edging plant. 8–12”h Í¥$2.00—4 plants in a pack name has many cup-shaped 3” lavender-pink blooms will get to the shrub form you’d see in Portland or San shading to rose toward the center and bright white Francisco gardens. ∏Ó´˙ ß Í A205 Dusty Miller anthers in late spring. Slender, linear leaves. 36”h $3.00—4” pot: $1.50—2.5” pot Senecio cineraria ‘Silver Lace’ A229 Dollar Princess ß—Red with purple. 12–18”h Old-fashioned garden edging with silvery foliage and A211 Firecracker Flower $4.00—4.5” pot: interesting leaf shapes. 8”h Í∏¥ Crossandra infundibuliformis ‘Florida Summer’ A230 Autumnale. ß—Red and purple flowers perched $2.00—4 plants in a pack Small ornamental tropical shrub with glossy dark on trailing golden leaves flushed with purple and green leaves and unusual 1.5” asymmetrical gold flow- orange. Blooms early and all summer long, keep- ers with flat petals; in south India, women wear these ing the hummingbirds happy. 6–18”h ç Cosmos flowers in their hair. Makes a good houseplant. A231 Gartenmeister ß—Dark green leaves with con- 24–36”h Í $4.00—4” pot tinuous coral-pink to salmon blooms. 24–48”h www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 35 Annual Flowers Fuchsia, Upright continued A257 Gilia, Globe Gilia capitata ß A265 Hibiscus, Maple Leaf ◊ß $5.00—4” pot: Charming blue-purple, clover-like flowers bloom heavi- Hibiscus acetosella ‘Mahogany Splendor’ A233 Billy Green ◊ß—A pendant coral-pink flower ly April–July. Attractive, finely cut foliage. 12”h Í∏ å Resembling a mini Japanese maple with deep bur- with darker center. Bred from a new heat- and $2.00—4 plants in a pack gundy leaves. Dramatic in borders and containers, but sun-tolerant fuchsia discovered in the Caribbean. Globe Amaranth Gomphrena globosa also flourishes as a pond plant. Deer, drought and heat Recommended by Mary Maguire Lerman. Blooms resistant. If you grow them in a container and bring early summer to October. Evenly moist soil. 24”h Easy and long-blooming. Keeps indefinitely as a dried them indoors for the winter, they are likely to bloom! Í∏† Í∏ flower. 36–60”h by 12–18”w Í $5.00—4” pot $5.00—5.25” pot: $2.00—3.5” pot: ß Hummingbird Mint Agastache A234 Firecracker ß—Foliage of green and cream with A258 Fireworks —Tons of strong, tall stems topped with exploding bursts of 1” blooms in hot pink Great-smelling flower spikes. Likely to survive the win- Globe Amaranth crimson veins and crimson undersides. Salmon ter if grown in a well-drained, protected site. Also good orange blooms. 24–48”h ç tipped with bright yellow. Blooms are very differ- ent shapes from other globe amaranths. A show- for winter interest and bird food source. Excellent heat Í∫˙å A235 Gaura ß stopper in the garden and conversation piece tolerance. Gaura lindheimeri ‘Belleza Dark Pink’ when cut for a mixed bouquet. 36–48”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Airy texture. Neat, compact plant with red stems and $2.00—4 plants in a pack: A266 Pink Pop, A. montana ß—Spires of fragrant pur- buds that open to a waving display of beautiful pink A259 Gnome Purple ß—Use this compact plant to plish pink flowers. 10–18”h flowers. Lovely mingling with traditional cottage gar- tuck a little extra color into containers or the rock $4.00—4” pot: den flowers or in a container alongside burgundy or garden. 6”h ∫ The Acapulco series is compact with a long flowering pinkish foliage. They look delicate, but gaura are A260 Strawberry Fields ß—Pinkish red flowers that period with lemon-scented foliage. 14–20”h tough, easy plants. 18”h Í $5.00—4” pot actually resemble strawberries. 24”h A267 Acapulco Orange, A. mexicana ß A268 Acapulco Rose, A. mexicana ß Gazania Gazania A261 Gloxinia, Creeping ß A269 Acapulco Salmon, A. mexicana ß Short daisies are perfect in difficult, hot, dry sites such Lophospermum ‘Great Cascade Wine Red’ See also perennial HUMMINGBIRD MINT, page 17 as a sunny bank or along a driveway. Í Showy basket plant with large, wine red tubular blos- $2.00—3 plants in a pack: soms. Green trailing foliage. 12–36”h Í Impatiens see box below A236 ß $5.00—4” pot Tiger Mix, G. variegata —Shades of yellow, rose, Ivy, English Hedera helix bronze and cream, with attractive, contrasting A262 Goldfish Plant Hypocyrta glabra ß Í∏Ó stripes 8–10”h Vigorous grower. Good for shade. Great for hanging baskets or as a house plant. Green $3.00—4” pot: $5.00—4” pot: leaves with small flowers that look like goldfish, liter- ◊ß A307 Gold Child ß—Golden variegated leaves. ç¥ A237 Sunbathers Totonaca —Rich rusty-red ally! Trailing. 6–12”h Í∏ $3.00—4” pot pointed petals with gold tips and an expanded $4.00—4” pot: fluffy gold center, like an unusual small sun- A263 Helen’s Flower, Annual A308 Duckfoot ß—Small olive green leaves that look flower. Stays open in low light, May–November. Helenium amarum ‘Dakota Gold’ just like little duck feet. A nicely trailing variety. 10–12”h Neatly mounded plants are covered with 1” sunny yel- ç¥ Geranium, Caliente Pelargonium low, daisy-like blooms and finely textured foliage. No A309 Ivy, German deadheading needed. Wider than it is tall. 15”h Í∫¥ Semi-trailing, mounding geranium. Heat tolerant and $2.00—4 plants in a pack Senecio macroglossus ‘Variegatus’ great for containers or hanging baskets. 6–12”h by Red stems with green and cream variegated leaves. ͆¥ See more HELEN’S FLOWER, pages 15 and 50 24–36”w Actually native to South Africa. Often grown as a $5.00—4” pot: A264 Heliotrope houseplant. Í∏ç¥ $3.00—3.5” pot A238 ß ß Caliente Hot Coral —Coral-pink. Heliotropium arborescens ‘Blue Wonder’ A310 Jamaican Forget-Me-Nots ß A239 Caliente Red ß—Deep red. The earliest flowering heliotrope, it maintains a com- Browallia americana pact habit and terrific uniformity. Deep blue flowers. Geranium, Fancy Leaf Pelargonium 2” deep-lilac-blue blooms with a white eye have a flat Beautiful, fragrant umbels for containers, baskets or Erect bushy plants with succulent stems and multi-col- face like a pansy and the delicate casual charm of a for- the garden. 12”h Í∏¥ $2.00—3.5” pot ored leaves. Bring indoors for the winter. ͆´¥ get-me-not. June until frost. 24”h Í∏Ó $3.00—4” pot: $5.00—6 plants in a pack Geranium leaves A240 Fire Dancer ß—Dwarf with small zoned leaves and red flowers. Prolific bloomer. 10–14”h †´ A241 Happy Thoughts ß—Green and white leaves Impatiens with red flowers. 10–14”h Impatiens Impatiens × walleriana Butterfly Impatiens × walleriana Fusion Impatiens × hybrida A242 Mrs. Pat ß—Gold and bronze leaves with pink Summer-long color on shade-loving, com- A new interspecific hybrid, a vigorous Inter-specific impatiens with unusual starry flowers. 10–14”h ∏Ó A243 Occold Shield—Gold and bronze leaves and dou- pact plants. grower covered with graceful blooms held flower shape and strong, tall stems. $2.00—3 plants in a pack: above the foliage until frost. It will brighten According to Northern Gardener, “Watch ble scarlet flowers. 10–14”h ∏Ó A244 Persian Queen ß—Gold leaves and hot pink A270 Accent Star Mix ß—Flowers well all any shady bed, and its semi-trailing form them glow in the shade!” makes it ideal for containers, hanging bas- $4.00—4.5” pot: flowers. 10–14”h summer in pink, red, red-orange, and Í∏Ó A245 Red Heart—Dark zoned leaves and double red purple with a white star pattern on kets and window boxes. A297 Glow ß—Yellow with an orange flowers. 10–14”h each bloom. 6–12”h $4.00—4” pot: throat. 8–18”h A246 Roman’s Tulip ◊ß—Rose-pink tiny tulip A271 Swirl Raspberry ß—Light fuchsia A287 Cherry ß—8”h A298 Heat ß—Rusty orange with a yellow blooms in clusters. 10–14”h shades swirled with darker margins, A288 Lilac ß—8”h throat. 8–18”h A247 Tri-Color ß—Green, bronze and gold leaves with great for containers. 10–12”h Impatiens × walleriana Impatiens × hawkeri red flowers. 10–14”h A272 Xtreme Lavender ß—The Xtremes Double New Guinea A248 Vancouver Centennial ß—Gold leaves with a are prized for being heat tolerant and Looks like a miniature rose, but much easi- Large flowers on upright plants with dark Í∏ brown center splotch and red-orange starry flow- floriferous, with huge 2.5 “ blooms. er to take care of. Early, compact and well- foliage. Í∏Ó ers. 10–14”h 8–12”h branched. $4.00—4.5” pot: A249 Wilhelm Langguth—Green and white leaves with A273 Xtreme Mix ß—8–12”h $4.00—4.5” pot: A299 Lavender ß—8–12”h red flowers. Will become a huge bush. 24–36”h A274 Xtreme Orange ß—8–12”h A289 Cherry ß—8–12”h A300 Red with White ß—8–12”h ß $5.00—4” pot: A275 Xtreme Pink —8–12”h A290 Hot Pink. ß—8–12”h A301 Rose ß—Hot pink. 8–12”h A276 ß ß ß A250 Crystal Palace Gem—Bright red flowers over Xtreme Red —8–12”h A291 Orchid —8–12”h A302 White —8–12”h A277 Xtreme Rose ß—8–12”h ß chartreuse and green variegated leaves. Heirloom A292 Purple —8–12”h $5.00—5.25” pot: A278 Xtreme Salmon ß—8–12”h ß from 1869. 10–14”h A293 Salmon —8–12”h A303 Infinity Pink Frost ß—Pink and A279 Xtreme Violet ß—8–12”h A251 Lotusland ß—Unusual flowers resemble magen- $5.00—4” pot: lighter pink bi-colors. 6–12” A280 Xtreme White ß—8–12”h ta lotus blossoms. Golden foliage with a bronze A294 Fiesta Olé Purple Stripe, I. ß—Like zone. 10–14”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: small white roses splashed with hot Sunpatiens A281 Impreza Cherry Splash ß—Light pink pink. 10–12”h Here’s the solution if you want to create an Geranium, Ivy Pelargonium peltatum with a darker pink eye. 6–8”h edging of impatiens in an area with mixed Fanfare Impatiens × walleriana Leaves are shiny and almost succulent-like; trailing ß sun and shade: an impatiens that loves form. Great for containers and window boxes. ͆¥ A282 Balsam The Fanfare series of impatiens are spread- both. Profuse 3” flowers start early and $3.00—4” pot: Impatiens balsamina ‘Camellia Mix’ ers and trailers that cascade over the sides bloom until frost. Í∏ A252 Crocodile ◊ß—Green with showy white Full sun and plentiful moisture are its of hanging baskets and containers. They $5.00—4” pot: favorites. Old-fashioned double flowers in mesh variegation and pink flowers. 24–36” have the added bonus of handling heat bet- A304 Compact Magenta ◊ß—Vivid shades of white, appleblossom pink, red, A253 Sybil Holmes ß—Double light pink flowers look ter, too. Blooms continuously even with magenta blooms. 24–36”h salmon and violet. Easy to grow and fun to ∏Ó like tiny roses. 12”h neglect. A305 Compact Orange ◊ß— plant for children’s gardens because of the $4.00—4.5” pot: $3.00—4.5” pot: Showstopping orange. 20–24”h exploding seed pods. Will reseed. 18”h Í ß A295 Coral ß—16–20”h by 18–24”w A306 Variegated Spreading White ß—Gold A254 White —6–12”h $5.00—6 plants in a pack leaves with wide green edges. 18”h ç Geranium, Old-Fashioned Pelargonium $4.00—4.5” pot: Bigger Impatiens × walleriana A296 Fuchsia ß—16–20”h by 18–24”w See also IMPATIENS, PARROT, in Like your grandmother’s. Compact, sun-loving and col- Largest blooms. ∏Ó Indoor Plants, page 40 orful. From cuttings. ͆¥ $2.00—3 plants in a pack: $3.00—4” pot: A283 Blitz Mix ß—14–18”h A255 Mohawk ß—Red. 12–18”h A256 Purple Balance—Cherry red with a blue cast. $2.00—4 plants in a pack: ß 12–18”h A284 Carnival Pink —14–18”h A285 Carnival Red ß—14–18”h See also SCENTED GERANIUMS, page 9 A286 Carnival White ß—14–18”h 36 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Annual Flowers Key A311 Jasmine, Brazilian Mandevilla ‘Pink’ Lantana continued Lisianthus continued Í Full sun Vigorous South American woody vine with leathery $4.00—4” pot: $5.00—6 plants in a pack: ∏ Part sun/part shade leaves. Showy, rose-pink, tubular flowers in clusters of A328 Bandana Cherry ß—Multiple colors of dark cher- A344 Mariachi Blue ß—Quadruple blossoms. Staking Ó Shade three to five. Needs a small trellis to grow upright. ry through pink to peach and even yellow/gold. required. 20–24”h Formerly Dipladenia. Í $4.00—3.5” pot Large flowers. 20–26”h A345 Mariachi Lime Green ß—20–24”h ß ç Attractive foliage A312 Jewels of Opar ß $5.00—4” pot: A346 Mariachi Yellow —Soft yellow quadruple blooms. 30–36”h ı Bird food source Talinum paniculatum ‘Kingswood Gold’ A329 Luscious Grape ◊ß—Fragrant rich purple ∫ Butterfly-friendly Lime-green foliage contrasts against other plants. Flowers blossoms with white eyes. 10–16”h by 36”w Lobelia, Compact Lobelia † Cold-sensitive: are long-stemmed, airy panicles of tiny carmine on wiry A330 Larkspur ß Unsurpassable for intense color and neat edging: Give keep above 40°F reddish stems over a long bloom time. Drought-tolerant Delphinium consolida ‘Blue Cloud’ sunny sidewalks the royal treatment. Originally from Ç and will self-sow (but birds like the seeds). One of the South Africa. Flowers through frost. Í∏˙¥ Culinary An airy open habit with sprays of half-inch single blue plants used by the Hmong in cooking. 12”h, flowers to ´ Edible flowers flowers. Self sows. 36–40”h Í∏¥ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: 30”ÍÇ $5.00—6 plants in a pack ˝ Ground cover $5.00—6 plants in a pack A347 Cambridge Blue—Dainty light blue flowers ˙ Johnny Jump-Ups Viola tricolor bloom spring to frost. 4–6”h Hummingbird-friendly Lavender Cotton A348 ß Â An old-fashioned garden favorite. May reseed. 6–12”h Riviera Marine Blue —5”h Medicinal Santolina chamaecyparissus A349 Riviera Midnight Blue ß—5”h ‰ Í∏´Â¥ Rock garden Fragrant, ferny foliage makes good edging. Yellow but- $2.00—4 plants in a pack: $4.00—4” pot: ton-shaped flowers that add nicely to arrangements ß A350 Heat Electric Blue ß—Cobalt blue blooms even in ˜ Minnesota native A313 Angel Amber Kiss —Beautiful rusty orange and can be cooked into a brilliant yellow dye, or dried petals surround a golden center with an extra the hottest summer. 6–12”h by 12”w å U.S. native for wreaths and a moth-repelling potpourri. Likes dry $5.00—4” pot: rosy petal in the center of the bloom. soil and lots of sun. Í∏ A314 King Henry ß—Classic tricolor blossom. A351 Hot Waterblue ◊ß—Trailing light sky blue ß Saturday restock A315 Penny Citrus Mix ß—Mix of cream, primrose $2.00—3.5” pot: flowers. 6–8”h Ø ◊ß Certified organic and yellow. A331 Lemon Fizz —Cool and modern-looking Lobelia, Trailing Lobelia pendula ¥ Toxic to humans A316 Sorbet Blues Mix ß with its wild mop of thread-like yellow-char- A317 Sorbet Lemon Chiffon ß treuse foliage and pale yellow pom-pom flowers. Easy. Beautiful, intense color in window boxes and Pine scent. Best color in sun. 18”h ‰ rock gardens. Flowers through frost. Very early to Joseph’s Coat Alternanthera $3.00—3.5” pot: bloom. 5”h Í∏˙¥ Who needs flowers when you’ve got leaves like these? A332 Silver leaves ß—6”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Í∏†ç¥ Here are a few different varieties to try out. A352 ß Licorice Plant Helichrysum petiolare Fountain Crimson $3.00—3.5” pot: A353 Regatta Marine Blue ß A319 Red Threads. ◊ß—Excellent filler plant in Fuzzy oval leaves. One of the greatest filler plants for A354 Regatta Midnight Blue ß Íç mixed containers. Thread-like foliage in shiny containers. Trailing A355 Regatta White ß dark red. 8”h by 15”w $3.00—4” pot: A356 Lord Anson’s Pea ◊ $3.00—4” pot: A333 Golden ß—Golden leaves. ß Lathyrus nervosus A320 Old-Fashioned ß—The classic color-changing A334 Silver —Silver leaves. ß Lavender-blue sweet pea common all over South foliage plant. 12–24”h A335 Variegated —Variegated silver and gold. America but hard to find here. Will scramble up a $4.00—4” pot: Lion’s Ears Leonotis short trellis, cascade from a container, or mingle with A321 Gold Thread ß—Golden, needle-shaped leaves Giant that doesn’t need staking. Í∏ neighboring plants. Sweet fragrance. Likes cool weath- on bushy plant. 6–12”h $2.50—2.5” pot: er and moist soil. Might prefer morning or filtered sun. $5.00—4” pot: A336 L. leonuris—A circle of one-inch orange tubular Do not disgrace yourself by immaturely giggling over A322 Little Ruby ◊ß—Deep burgundy-fuchsia flowers emerge from rounded, spiny clusters that the common name like the plant ordering committee Í∏ ¥ leaves shaped like the ace of spades with greenish encircle the stems so that it looks like the stems did. 36–48”h $2.00—3.5” pot new growth that keeps the plant looking cheerful. are growing right through the middle of the clus- A357 Love Lies Bleeding ß Tight growth habit. A 2011 introduction. 15–18”h ters. 72–96”h Amaranthus caudatus ‘Red Tails’ A323 Kiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate $5.00—4” pot: Stunning accent plants with long drooping red blooms Polygonum orientale ß A337 Savannah Sunset, L. menthifolia—Dr. Seuss plant up to 24” long. An old favorite, common in American looks like slender green poles with fuzzy pom- Buy it for the name alone. An old-fashioned annual gardens a century ago. Dries well. 48”h Í∏ ¥ poms of orange tubular flowers strung on them bright pink tassel flowers. Giant! Stems can be saved $5.00—6 plants in a pack like beads. 60–72”h ˙ to use like bamboo canes for plant staking. May reseed. Love-in-a-Mist Nigella 96”h Í $3.00—4” pot Lisianthus Eustoma grandiflorum Fine, feathery foliage and adorable seed pods. Can be Lantana Lantana camara Stunning, almost rose-like cut flowers. Long-lasting dried. Self seeds. Needs well-drained soil. Reseeds. Í blooms. Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal. Excellent hummingbird and butterfly plants with dense $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Remove spent blooms for extended flowering. Í∏ flower heads in bright colors. Drought tolerant. Í˙¥∫ A358 Miss Jekyll Sky Blue, N. damescena ß—Double $2.00—3 plants in a pack: $2.50—2.5” pot: rows of pointed blue petals. Twisting green cen- A338 Mermaid Blue ß—Purple blooms. 9–12”h A325 Irene—Multi-colored flowers of yellow, red and ters with a ruff of feathery foliage. 24”h A339 Mermaid Pink ß—Pink blooms. 9–12”h fuchsia on upright, compact plants. 12”h A359 Spanish, N. hispanica ß—Very vigorous. Blooms A326 Variegata—Cheerful yellow flowers and char- $5.00—6 plants in a pack: for most of the summer with faintly scented, treuse-edged foliage. Sterile cultivar that does not A340 ABC Blue Rim ß—Purple and white bi-color deep blue flowers, 2.5” across; bright red stamens set seed, so its energy goes into blooming. 15”h 14–18”h at the center. Good for cutting. 24”h ß $4.00—4.5” pot: A341 ABC Rose —Rose shades to almost peach. $5.00—6 plants in a pack: 36–45”h A327 Lucky Red Flame ß—Profuse bright red and A360 Midnight ß—Dark purple flowers with what A342 Echo Lavender ß—12–14”h orange flower clusters on neat, upright mounds looks like an upside-down black octopus in the A343 Echo Pure White ß—12–14”h of foliage. Drought and heat tolerant. 12–16”h center (this becomes an ornamental seed pod.) Great for flower arranging. Feathery foliage. 36”h Marigolds Tagetes Í´∫ Marigolds like full sun and provide sunny flowers until frost. Excellent for butterflies and caterpillars. A376 Lunacy Orange ß Signet continued Whether called “French” or “African,” they are actually native to Mexico. 3–4” double blooms with tightly $2.00—4 plants in a pack: crested flower heads. A funky novel- A379 Maroon Gem ß—Mahogany. Bi-Color Crackerjack Inca ty marigold. 10”h A380 Tangerine Gem ß—Orange. $2.00—4 plants in a pack Alternating red and gold petals. Big, bold double flowers borne well 4” double blooms. The tall, large- A381 Sunburst Orange above the foliage. A very early and flowered marigolds from Mexico. $2.00—4 plants in a pack: A377 Optiva Splash ß A363 Mr. Majestic ß—A dwarf ver- free-flowering strain. 24”h 18–20”h ß◊ Orange 3” single blooms have bright orange sion of Pinwheel with red and $2.00—4 plants in a pack: $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Can you imagine anything more petals with central red shading. gold bi-color blooms. This A366 Orange ß A371 Orange ß showy than a marigold that can 14–16”h marigold makes a fantastic A367 Yellow ß A372 Yellow ß almost look you in the eye? $2.00—4 plants in a pack compact bedding plant, ideal Disco Little Hero Wonderful as a cut flower too. for containers or the garden. Flowers right through high heat and White French marigolds with single A French crested type with large 12”h humidity. 48–60”h Unusual white marigolds. A364 Pinwheel ß—Single, heirloom flowers. 8–10”h flowers on compact plants. Flowers $5.00—6 plants in a pack $2.00—4 plants in a pack: variety dating back to 1791. $2.00—4 plants in a pack: up to 2.5” across. 6–8”h A382 Vanilla ß—Dreamy white Red and gold petals with dark- A368 Marietta ß—Golden yellow $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Signet Tagetes tenuifolia flowers held at knee height. er yellow centers. 24–36”h with mahogany blotches. A373 Flame ß—Red-orange Lovely bright carpet of tiny single 12–24”h $5.00—6 plants in a pack: A369 Red ß bi-color. blooms, very compact with tiny sin- $5.00—6 plants in a pack: A365 La Bamba ß—Tall French A374 Mix ß gle blooms. Feathery foliage has a A370 Durango Flame ß ß marigold with bright yellow A375 Yellow ß pleasant, citrusy scent. Best for edi- A383 Sweet Cream —Very showy petals striped with brilliant Mahogany with orange-gold edges. ble flowers. 9–12”h 3” odorless blossoms. 18”h 6–12”h orange. Perfect for the middle $2.00—4 plants in a pack: See also TARRAGON, MEXICAN, $2.00—4 plants in a pack of the garden. 30”h A378 Lemon Gem ß—Bright yel- in herbs page 10 low. www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 37 We accept cash, checks, Amex, Annual Flowers Visa, MasterCard & Discover A361 Lupine, Silky Lupinus pilosus ß Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus Pansy continued Lovely blue flowers on a spike, with fuzzy stems and $5.00—6 plants in a pack: $2.00—4 plants in a pack: leaves similar to the American bluebonnet. 36”h Í¥ A403 Apricot Trifle ß—Frilly blooms of mouthwater- A417 Accord Black ß—Gorgeous black blossoms. $3.00—3.5” pot ing apricot salmon. Semi-double appearance. 8”h A418 Chianti Mix ß—Striped and ruffled in shades of ß A362 Mallow, Annual ◊ A404 Black Velvet —Intense dark maroon. 8–12”h terracotta, salmon, rose and wine-red. A405 Empress of India ß—Deep, velvety crimson A419 Delta Cool Water Mix ß—Early flowering, 2.5” Malope ‘Queen Red’ flowers against dark blue-green foliage. 8–12”h blue and white mix. Cottage garden favorite resembling a small hollyhock A406 Ladybird ß—Orange-yellow blossoms with deep A420 Dynamite Blue Blotch ß—Dark blue-violet with Í with satin purple-red flowers. 26–36”h red centers. 8–12”h a darker blotch. $2.00—4 plants in a pack A407 Milk Maid ◊ß—Lightest cream blossoms. A421 Dynamite Orange ß ß Marigold see box, page 36 8–12”h A422 Ultima Morpho —Wonderful bright blue pastel See also CLIMBING NASTURTIUM, page 27 with yellow centers. May prove to be perennial. A384 Mexican Heather ß Pentas Pentas Cuphea rosea ‘Allyson’ Nemesia Nemesia Named for its clusters of five-petaled blooms. Best sell- Shiny green leaves with fine lacy texture contrast with Very fragrant, as well as heat- and cold-tolerant, with er at the Chicago Botanic Garden’s plant sale. Good for lavender-orchid tiny blooms. Drought tolerant. cute little faces like a pansy or Johnny jump up. Petunia butterflies. Í∏∫˙ 12–18”h Í∫ $4.00—4.5” pot Another South African beauty. Great for containers. Í $4.00—4.5” pot: $4.00—4.5” pot: A385 Mexican Sunflower ß ß A408 A424 Appleblossom Pink, —14–24”h Tithonia rotundifolia ‘Torch’ Angelart Cherry—Intense cherry blossoms with ß good heat tolerance. 7–14”h A425 Tall Red, —True red. 30–36”h All-American award winner with huge 3” scarlet- A409 Angelart Orange ß—An intense, true orange. $4.00—4” pot: orange single blooms, great for hedges, tall borders, or 8–10”h A426 Athena Neon Magenta, ß—14–24”h cut flowers. Velvety pointed foliage. Blooms July to A410 Angelart Pear ß—Peachy pink to light orange. Í∫˙ frost. May reseed. 60–72”h 8–10”h A427 Pepper, Ornamental $5.00—6 plants in a pack Capsicum annuum ‘Black Pearl’ $4.00—4” pot: Round, shiny black fruit, maturing to dark red. Bushy, A386 Milkweed, Blue-Flowered A411 Sunsatia Mango ß—Mango, yellow, purple, pink gossy jet-black foliage is perfect for containers. Heat, Tweedia caerulea and cream on each flower. 10–14”h humidity and drought tolerant. These are stunningly Furry 4” heart-shaped gray-green leaves and loose clus- $5.00—4” pot: gorgeous annuals that deserve a place in your flower ters of 1” star-shaped pale to sky-blue flowers with A412 Opal Innocence ß—Extremely fragrant with garden or container solely for their foliage and colorful, darker turquoise centers in summer. Boat-shaped seed blooms that change from iridescent pink to light tropical looking fruits. Edible, but bred for looks, not Í pods. From Brazil and Uruguay. 12–36”h purple. 8–10”h taste. 18”h ͆ç $2.50—2.5” pot $2.00—3.5” pot See also HOT PEPPERS, page 24 Million Bells Calibrachoa Okra, Red see page 24 Multitudes of small petunia-like blooms. Beautiful in A413 Oyster Plant ß◊ Perilla Perilla baskets or window boxes. Fast growing and self-clean- Tradescantia spathacea Showy foliage. Easy to grow in large mixed containers Í ing. Trailing. Clump of shiny green spears with purple backs. or the landscape. Loves heat. Í∏†ç $3.00—4” pot: Interesting white three-petalled flowers in boat-shaped $3.00—4” pot: A387 Blue ß—4–6”h bracts are why one common name is Moses-in-the- A428 Purple Haze—The stem and underside of the leaf A388 Cream with Yellow Veins ß—4–6”h cradle. 12–24” Í∏ ¥ $3.00—4” pot are dark purple and the top is green with darker A389 Scarlet Red ß—4–6”h Painted Tongue Salpiglossis hints showing through. The more light they get, $4.00—4” pot: the darker they are. 18–36”h Trumpet-shaped blooms marked with colorful veins ß A390 Callie Painted Coral —Pink-coral with cream and contrasting throats. Í∏ $4.00—4.5” pot: edges. 4–6”h A429 Magilla ß—Dark purple leaves with brilliant A391 Callie Sunrise ß—Gold with a red eye. 4–6”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: ß pink-purple tones. 24–36”h A392 Superbells Blackberry Punch ß—Deep purple A414 Casino Mix —Red, yellow, orange, rose or pur- flowers with a much darker throat. 6–10”h ple flowers on dwarf plants, ideal for containers and bedding. 10–12”h $5.00—4” pot: A415 Chocolate Royale ß—Velvet deep burgundy ß A393 Voodoo —Pale orange with a variable deep petals with even darker veins. 24–36”h plum netting, so some are more orange and some Boxtops? are more purple. 48” trailing branches. 6–10”h Pansy Viola × wittrockiana Friends School participates in General Mills’ A394 Monkey Flower Mimulus ‘Magic Mix’ß Spring and fall color with velvety petals. May reseed, Boxtops for Education program. Boxtops from specific General Mills products although some hybrids are sterile. 6–8”h Í∏¥´ are worth money to the school. Look for the little coupon logo shown here— Dwarf variety with compact growth, good for cool that’s the part we need. spring weather. Does well in wet soil. Clear colors of $2.00—3 plants in a pack: ß scarlet, yellow, orange, and white. Free flowering. 8”h A416 Fizzy Lemon Berry —Fragrant ruffled yellow, Save them throughout the year, then bring what you have to the plant sale. Í∏ $2.00—4 plants in a pack purple, burgundy with dark purple picotee edges. (Collection cans will be located at the cashiers.) Thanks for your help! Stronger ruffling occurs in cool conditions. Moss Rose Portulaca grandiflora Flowers resemble wild roses borne on low-growing, ͆ succulent plants. Bright colors with enormous appeal. Petunias Petunia Good for hot and dry locations, rock gardens, edging. Good for bees. Easy to grow. 4”h Í Black Dreams Petunia grandiflora A454 Pretty Much Picasso ß $2.00—4 plants in a pack: This rare color in a flower creates contrast Classic 3–4” grandiflora that holds up well A deep violet throat surrounded by a rim A395 Happy Hour Banana ß—Golden yellow. and depth in combinations. Such blooms in rain. 8–12”h of brilliant chartreuse makes this new A396 Happy Hour Mix ß were popular in Victorian and Edwardian $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Supertunia a real show-stopper. Strong A397 Happy Hour Rosita ß—Blooms early with dark times, but look ultra modern now. 8–12”h A443 Midnight ß—Deep blue. trailing habit, blooms all summer. 8–12”h ∫˙ pink semi-double flowers. 2001 All-America $4.00—4” pot: A444 Pink ß—Pastel pink. $4.00—4” pot Selection. A432 Phantom ◊ß—Very dark purple A445 Red ß A455 Prism Sunshine ß A398 Sundial Mix ß black with a large yellow star. A446 White ß Yellow center with a cream edge. AAS A399 Naranjilla Solanum quitoense ◊ $5.00—4” pot: Easy Wave winner. 12–14”h A433 Pinstripe ß—Deepest purple with An intriguing member of the nightshade family from Spreading variety, also great in baskets and $2.00—4 plants in a pack five creamy white stripes forming a South America, grown here as an unusual ornamental containers. 6–8”h by 36”w A456 Sophistica Blue Morn ß foliage plant. Large, heart-shaped leaves, stems, and star. Pair with white, gold, pink, or $2.00—3.5” pot: Deep blue-purple turning pale towards the buds are covered in short purple hairs. Fragrant flow- lavender flowers. A447 Misty Lilac ß—Recommended by center. 10–15”h Í ers, about 1.5” wide, have five petals, white on the Carpet Master Gardener Nancy Rose in the $2.00—4 plants in a pack upper surface, purple and fuzzy underneath. Protect Compact plants with many medium-sized Star Tribune. from strong winds and direct sunlight. 36–48”, but blooms. The heaviest bloomers. 6–12”h Supercascade 96”h where perennial. ∏¥ $5.00—5.25” pot $3.00—4” pot: Petunia grandiflora $2.00—4 plants in a pack: A448 Tidal Wave Silver ß—AAS winner. Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus A434 Blue ß White flowers with a purple throat 3.5” flowers, excellent for baskets and with Prolific bloomer with edible flowers and leaves that A435 Mix ß and veining. good drought tolerance. 10”h ß add spice and color to salads. Excellent for butterflies, A436 Pink $4.00—4.5” pot: $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Í∏∫´˙ ß ß fair for hummingbirds. A437 Plum —Purple with deeper purple A449 Blue ß A457 Burgundy ß $5.00—4” pot: veins. A450 Pink ß A458 Salmon A438 ß A400 Duckalicious ß—A brand new flower form for an Red A451 Rosy Dawn ß—Rose-pink with a ß A439 Sky Blue ß A459 Violet-Flowered old favorite, each bloom like a bouquet of tiny ß white center. Petunia integrifolia yellow ducks’ feet. Even the leaves are lobed A440 Velvet —Burgundy-purple. ß Trailing, self-cleaning, lovely small plum- rather than the usual round shape. Trailing. A441 White Hula Hoop colored blossoms. Good for mass plant- 6–12”h A442 Double Surprise ß Ruffled and early-blooming with a wide white ring. Compact and uniform. 12”h ings. This petunia is a wildflower in $5.00—6 plants in a pack: Dark purple. 8–12”h $4.00—4.5” pot Í∏ Argentina. Blooms from spring until frost. A401 Alaska ß—Variegated foliage. Bright mix of 2” Spectacular. 12–24”h ∫ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: yellow, or orange or red blossoms, sprawling $2.00—4 plants in a pack habit. 8–12”h A452 Hula Hoop Blue ß A402 Alaska Scarlet ß—Variegated foliage and scarlet A453 Hula Hoop Rose ß blossoms. 8–12”h ç 38 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Annual Flowers Visa, MasterCard & Discover Key A430 Persian Shield ß A473 Sage, Silver Salvia argentea Shamrock, Annual Oxalis vulcanicola Í Full sun Strobilanthes dyerianus A biennial grown for its fabulous fuzzy leaves in large Brightly colored flowers and clover-like foliage in low, ∏ Part sun/part shade Grown for its large royal purple leaves with a metallic silver rosettes, flat on the ground. A spike of white mounding mats. Í∏‰¥ Ó Shade sheen. It’s an upright plant, dramatic in containers. flowers will develop in the second year. Plant it where $5.00—4” pot: Í∏ç Í∏ ∫˙ 36”h $5.00—5.25” pot people can bend over to pet it. 12”h A492 Molten Lava ◊ß—Shamrock-like leaves range $2.00—2.5” pot ç Attractive foliage A431 Peruvian Lily in color from chartreuse to orange maroon ı Bird food source Alstroemeria ‘Sweet Laura’ Salvia Salvia depending on the light conditions. Dainty yellow flowers all season long. 6–10”h by 18–24”w ∫ Butterfly-friendly Salvia ranges from Salvia splendens, which is great for Fragrant flowers from South America are bright yellow A493 Plum Crazy ◊ß—Dappled shamrock-like † summer bedding and containers, to taller plants in Cold-sensitive: with spots and brush marks of reddish orange and leaves in a sea of pink, green and white. Exciting other species that have longer spikes of many blooms keep above 40°F mahogany-red. Great cut flowers that last up to two new look in the shade. 1–6”h by 12”w in colors from red to blue. Í∏∫˙ Ç Culinary weeks. Roots can be dug and stored for the winter like A494 Silver Nickel Vine ß ´ Edible flowers dahlias. May survive our winters with a thick mulch $2.00—4 plants in a pack: (or without any mulch, as in our State Fair garden). A474 Evolution Deep Violet, S. farinacea ß—Crowded Dichondra ‘Silver Falls’ ˝ Ground cover 24–36”h Í ˙ $3.00—4” pot with 6” rich fade-resistant violet flower spikes Rounded, fan-shaped silver foliage with a cascading Hummingbird-friendly that keep blooming. Very heat tolerant. 18”h  Petunia see box page 37 habit. Heat and drought-tolerant in sun and shade, Medicinal A475 Forest Fire, S. coccinea ß—Heat tolerant. Airy great for containers. Grows 36–72” long. 2–4”h Í∏ç ‰ Rock garden A460 Pineapple Lily Eucomis comosa ◊ blossoms held above the foliage. 18”h $2.00—2.5” pot A476 Nymph Coral, S. coccinea—Airy salmon blooms. Fragrant South African native has a rosette of tropical- Snapdragon Antirrhinum ˜ Minnesota native looking, thick wavy-edged leaves with flower spikes 10”h ß Old-fashioned favorites; great cut flowers. Í∏∫´˙ å U.S. native densely covered with waxy 1” starry flowers and A477 Sizzler Purple, S. splendens —Short and great crowned with what looks like the top leaves on a for bedding. 10–12”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: A478 Sizzler Red, S. splendens ß—The classic red salvia ß Saturday restock pineapple. Over-winter indoors. 24–30”h Í¥ A495 Aromas Peach Breeze ß—Fragrant tangerine and for bedding. 10–12”h Ø Certified organic $6.00—3.5” pot yellow flowers. Profuse early bloomer. 24–30”h A496 Aromas Red Spice ß—Bright red. 24–30”h ¥ $2.50—2.5” pot: Toxic to humans A461 Pink Mulla Mulla A497 Black Prince ß—Near black velvety crimson A479 Raspberry Royale, S. greggii—Delicate-looking Ptilotus exaltatus ‘Joey’ flowers. Dark foliage. 18”h raspberry-fuchsia flower spikes. Tolerant of heat Unusual pink bottlebrushes. This Australian genus is A498 Frosty Lavender Bells ß—Early blooming fra- and drought. 24”h pronounced “ty-LOH-tus” (from the Greek “ptilon” for grant butterfly type. White and pink. 18–21”h Í ß feather.) 12–15”h $4.00—3.5” pot $3.00—3.5” pot: A499 Madam Butterfly Mix —Double azalea-type blooms in wide range of colors. 24–30”h Pinks Dianthus A481 Black and Blue, S. guaranatica ß—Fabulous late A500 Rocket Mix ß—Tall, great for cut flowers. 36”h Annual pinks are early flowering, staying smothered in summer to fall display. Unusual black calyx and ß deep blue blooms; shrub-like form. Great for con- A501 Rocket Redstone —Bronzy-red foliage. Cherry a perpetual riot of blossoms until frost. May reseed or red flowers. 30–36”h survive the winter. 6–8”h Í∏´ trast with yellow-flowering plants. 36–48”h ß A482 Dancing Flame, S. splendens ß—Resembling an A502 Sonnet White —18–21”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: unusually vibrant coleus until its scarlet flowers A503 Speedy Sonnet Yellow—18–21”h ß A462 Super Parfait Raspberry —Early bloomer. appear in late summer, this salvia has dark green $5.00—6 plants in a pack: ß A463 Wee Willie —Range in reds and whites on leaves liberally splashed with bright gold. Looks A505 Chantilly Deep Orange ß—Flat-faced, jumbo strong, compact plants. best with some light afternoon shade. 36”h blooms cluster on strong 4.5” spikes in spring ß and fall. Longer-lasting in the garden and in the A464 Pocketbook Flower $5.00—4” pot: Calceolaria integrifolia ‘Kentish Hero’ vase than traditional snapdragons. 36–48”h A483 Mesa Scarlet ◊ß—Bright scarlet flowers A506 Chantilly Light Salmon ß—Flat-faced, jumbo Orchid-like puffy pouch flowers start out yellow with above aromatic foliage. Heat and drought toler- blooms cluster on strong 4.5” spikes in spring speckles, then rapidly become orange then orange-red. ant. Excellent cut flowers. 18–24”h and fall. Longer-lasting in the garden and in the This mini-shrub native of Guatemala was a great A484 Wendy’s Wish, S. buchananii—Phenomenal vase than traditional snapdragons. 36–40”h favorite of the Victorians. Can be overwintered fuchsia flowers with fluted tips on sturdy maroon indoors. A rarely seen cutie that appreciates regular stems. Long white stamens add even more Snapdragon, Dwarf Antirrhinum watering. 12”h Í $5.00—4” pot charm. From Australia. 30–40”h A snapdragon for edging. Í∏∫´ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Polka Dot Hypoestes phyllostachya $5.00—5.25” pot: A507 Chimes Mix ß—Early, well-branched. 6–8”h Green foliage splashed and speckled with colors. Good A485 Golden Delicious, S. elegans—Fragrant pineapple A508 Twinny Peach ß—Looking more like butterflies for containers, bedding or as a house plant. 6”h Í∏ç sage with brilliant chartreuse foliage. Red flowers than dragons, these are double flowers. “Peach” in very late fall, but the gorgeous foliage is won- $2.00—4 plants in a pack: is shorthand for shades of melon, peach, yellow ß derful even without blooms. 24”h A465 Confetti Pink and light orange blended together, a unique range A466 Confetti Red ß $5.00—6 plants in a pack: of colors for a snapdragon. Plant with blues and A467 Confetti White ß A486 Blue Angel, S. patens ß—Graceful ultramarine purples, especially purple foliage. 12”h Poppy, California Eschscholzia californica and periwinkle blue tubular blooms on upright A509 Snapdragon, Trailing ß Tough and drought-tolerant. Prefers low-fertility soils stems early July through frost. 24–30”h Antirrhinum ‘Luminaire Harvest Red’ Í∏ A487 Pink, S. splendens ß—Wild form with peach-pink and good drainage. May self seed. 12–18”h Cranberry and gold. Most vigorous of the trailing snap- flowers. It should become quite bushy. Can be $2.00—4 plants in a pack: dragons. Very easy to grow. Heat and cold tolerant. brought indoors for the winter. 48–60”h A468 Mikado ◊ß—Deep orange satiny petals with 8–10”h Í∏ $5.00—4” pot Spiderflower scarlet backs on four-petaled 2–3” flowers. Can A488 Sapphire Flower ß Spiderflower Cleome be cut back for rebloom. Browallia ‘Starlight Blue’ A469 ß Spiderflower performs well through heat and drought. Mission Bells —A mix of beautiful colors on Light blue to lavender star-shaped flowers. Easy to Self-sows for next year. Useful for backgrounds and flat-faced poppy blooms. grow. Prefers light shade. Good for hanging baskets or large beds. Nectar is excellent for bees and fair for hum- A470 Poppy, Ladybird ß pots. Bring indoors before frost for winter pleasure. Í∏Ó mingbirds. Seeds are eaten by finches and juncos. Papaver commutatum ‘Ladybird’ 6–10”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack Í∏˙ Nirvana for poppy lovers! Bushy plants produce 15+ A489 Scarlet Mallow ß◊ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: blooms simultaneously for at least a month and a half. Pentapetes phoenicea A510 African, C. hirta ◊ß—Fluffy, complex pink to Red with black markings inside. May reseed. Best in red-violet flowers with unusual yellow markings. Í¥ Planted by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello, but rarely rich soil. 12–18”h $5.00—6 plants in a pack cultivated in America now. Other common names are Leaves can be eaten as a vegetable. Lacks the A471 Sage, Eyelash Noon Flower and Midday Flower because the blooms prickles of ordinary spiderflower. Blooms summer Ç Salvia blepharophylla ‘Eyelash’ open at noon and close at dawn. The five-petaled blos- till frost. From Africa. 24–36”h soms have an open, almost flat, cup shape with the A511 Rose Queen, C. spinosa ß—36–48”h Vivid red flowers and fuzzy, textured foliage with tiny central anthers protruding so much the flowers look A512 Violet Queen, C. spinosa ß—36–48”h eyelash type hairs on the leaf edges. Blooms summer like red jellyfish. The long, narrow leaves are olive A513 White Queen, C. spinosa ß—36–48”h to fall. 12–18”h Í∏ ∫˙ $2.50—2.5” pot bronze green with serrated edges. Easy. 36–48”h Í∏ $4.00—4” pot: ∫ A472 Sage, Hummingbird ß $2.00—3.5” pot A514 Linde Armstrong, C. spinosa ß—Compact thorn- Salvia subrotunda A490 Sea Holly, Kansas less variety. A ring of rosy-pink blossoms sur- Red-orange flowers that bloom all summer until frost. Eryngium leavenworthii ‘Purple Sheen’ rounded by whiskers. 12–18”h Hummingbirds love it. Attractive bright green heart- An exciting addition to the annual border. Stunning A515 Spike Moss Selaginella sp. ◊ shaped leaves. From Brazil. 48”h ÍÂ∫˙ bright purple dense cylindrical flower heads, like little Mounding primitive plant. Very cute. Great for terrari- $5.00—6 plants in a pack purple pineapples, on this thistle-like Kansas native. A ums. 1–2”h Í∏Ó ‰ $3.00—2.5” pot real knockout for midsummer and fall. Excellent cut and dried flower. 36”h Íå Spikes Dracaena indivisa $5.00—6 plants in a pack A tough-as-nails container plant with an upright vase Plant Sale gift certificates shape. Used as a vertical accent. Can be over-wintered A491 Sensitive Plant Mimosa pudica ß Í∏†ç A GOOD MOTHER’S DAY GIFT! indoors. Native to South and Central America, this creeping $3.00—4” pot: plant has compound leaves that fold inward and droop A516A Green leaves ß—12–30”h Purchase online at www.fsmn.org/plant-sale-gift … You can when touched, then reopen within minutes. A favorite also send a check to Friends School with the name and address of children. 12–30”h Í $2.00—4 plants in a pack $6.00—5.25” pot: A516B Green leaves ß—Larger plant. 30–48”h of the recipient, and we will mail it directly to her! See also the perennial CAT’S CLAW, page 13 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 39 Annual Flowers A517A Spurge, Baby’s Breath ß Tobacco, Flowering continued Euphorbia ‘Diamond Frost’ $5.00—6 plants in a pack: One of the quintessential filler plants. Bright green A532 Grand Old White, N. alata grandiflora ß— Hanging Baskets leaves on small stems give a delicate appearance with Fragrant, old-fashioned white. 32”h clouds of airy white flowers. Heat and drought toler- A533 Lime, N. alata ß—Check out these 1” lime green SPECIALTY BASKETS ant. 10–14”h Í∏¥ç $5.00—4” pot flowers, trumpet-shaped opening to beautiful five-pointed stars that bloom profusely for three A612 Silver Dollar Vine Zerosicyos danguyi 6” basket $12.00 A517B Spurge, Flame Leaf Í months. Looks especially great with blue flowers. Round, shiny, succulent-like leaves on trailing vines. Euphorbia ‘Flame Leaf’ 24–36”h A613 Bougainvillea Bougainvillea 10” basket $32.00 A037 Flame Leaf—Small, delicate-looking purple-black A534 Perfect Mix, N. alata ß—Russian heirloom selec- Petal-like bracts come in a range of colors and last a long time. Blooms all leaves with fine chartreuse margins on wiry stems. tion. Star-shaped blooms in shades of fuchsia, summer with no deadheading. And if you don’t water it, it will come back to Tough bushy plant from the Amazon can be a house- white, salmon, purple, lavender, rust and bronze. Í plant, but is at its best in outdoor containers. 8–12”h 48–72”h life when you do water it. Í∏¥ç $3.00—4” pot A535 Whisper Deep Pink, N. mutabilis × sanderae Combination Baskets for Shade or Sun 12” $38.00 ◊ß A518 Stocks ß —New, award-winner blooms prolifically Creative, ready-to-go baskets each contain three or more varieties of striking in varying shades of white to pink from May until plants in beautiful color and texture combinations. Matthiola incana ‘Katy Purple’ frost. All colors present at once. Excellent disease Shade A614 ∏Ó Tall cutting variety with a lovely fragrance, double rose tolerance. 36” Sun A615 Í blossoms over silvery gray foliage. Heat-tolerant, fra- A536 White to Rose, N. mutabilis ß—Tall stems carry grant flower from old-fashioned gardens. High percent- dozens of 1” pendant tubular blooms that age 12” BASKETS $23.00 age of double flowers. 24–30”h Í∏ from pure white to pale pink to rose pink; all col- $5.00—6 plants in a pack ors appear at once. Curving stalks give the plant Bacopa, White A616 Fuchsia Fuchsia Lobelia Lobelia A633 Sun Daisy Osteospermum the appearance of a group of flying birds. 36–60”h Sutera Í A623–A626 four Heat Electric Blue A537 Woodland Tobacco, N. sylvestris ß—Elongated, Í∏ Cheerful, three-inch daisy-like blooms. Í Begonia Begonia color combinations tubular, star-shaped white flowers form fountains ∏Ó $4.00—4” pot: atop tall stems. Huge leaves. Sweetly scented. A617–619 Bonfire, Million Bells A519 Ostico White ß—White with a slight lavender More shade tolerant than other tobaccos. Orange and Salmon- Geranium, Ivy Calibrachoa A634 tint and purple eye. 6–10”h 48–60”h ∏ Pink Tuberous Ó¥ Pelargonium Callie Sunrise Í A520 Symphony Orange ß—The best color yet. Black-Eyed Susan A627–A629 Petunias Petunia A538 Toothache Plant ◊ Í 8–12”h Vine Thunbergia Three colors A635–A636 ß Acmella oleracea ‘Peek a Boo’ A521 Tradewinds Deep Purple —Vivid purple A620 Í Impatiens, Double Two colors Í blooms. 12–20”h Curious 1” olive-shaped yellow flowers on stalks, each Coleus Solenostemon Impatiens A630 Strawberry, Tarpan $5.00—4” pot: with a rust-burgundy “eye” on top. A cluster of them Pink Energy ∏ † look like bullseye-painted drumsticks or some very A621 Cascade Red Fragaria A637 Pink A522 3D Silver ◊ß—Blooms all day and night with weird eyeball-on-toothpick hors d’oeuvres. Bronze- ∏Ó Impatiens, New flowers, red fruit Í short white petals and an oversized, frilly light tinted stems and foliage. From Brazil. Syn. Spilanthes Guinea Impatiens lavender center. Mounded habit. 10–14”h Fern, Boston Verbena Verbena oleracea 12–15”h by 24–30”w Í∏ ÇÂ¥ A631–A632 A523 Fire Burst ◊ß—Light up the border with a Nephrolepsis A622 Í A638 Lanai Purple $5.00—4” pot Two Rivieras ͆ burst of fire. Coppery gold to red with blue eyes. Star Í 12”h A539 Troy’s Gold ß◊ 12” FIBER BASKETS $29.00 Sweet Potato Vine Ipomoea batatus Plectranthus ciliatus ‘Troy’s Gold’ The hottest trailing vine for baskets and containers. Like a fuzzy coleus with bright yellow foliage splashed Fuchsia A639 Fuchsia Fuchsia A640 Tomato A641 with green while the undersides of leaves, stems, Roots are edible; leaves are poisonous. 24–36”h Í∏ç¥ Fuchsia Emma Rohee’s New Tumbling Tiger—red veins, and new growth are purple. Cute small flowers $3.00—4” pot: Millennium—red and and green striped pear are white dotted with lavender. Can be a houseplant. Louise—pink and ß A524 Blackie —Dark purple. 12”h by 24–36”w ∏ $3.00—4” pot violet, semi-double. near-black fully tomatoes. A525 Golden Margarita ß—Chartreuse. ∏Ó double. ∏Ó Indeterminate, Í $4.00—4” pot: A540 Tuberose, Double Polyanthes tuberosa 55 days. A526 Sweet Caroline Green and Yellow ß—Variegated These white and very fragrant flowers are used in some and vigorous. of the best Hawaiian leis. For exotic fragrance, they’re Verbena continued hard to beat. One blossom from a spike of successive $5.00—4” pot: $5.00—4” pot: ß blossoms is enough to perfume a whole room. This A527 Sweet Caroline Bronze —Light cinnamon color tender perennial bulb is grown here as an annual. A549 Lanai Twister Pink ◊ß—”Best in Class” gar- on deeply lobed leaves. Vigorous. Í∏¥ $3.00—3.5” pot den performance with unique pink and white bi- A528 Texas Bluebonnet Lupinus texensis ◊ ß color flower heads. 8”h by 24”w A542 Twinspur Diascia ‘Genta Orange’ A550 Rococco Double Peach ◊ß—The individual White-tipped clusters of up to 50 fragrant, blue, pea- Semi-trailing abundant small blooms. Nice filler for florets of this fully double variety almost look like like flowers. One of the six lupine species that are the Í¥ early spring containers. Popular cottage garden plants miniature roses. 9–11”h state flower of Texas. 12–36”h $1.50—2.5” pot with many small, delicate flowers. Long flowering sea- A551 ß See also LUPINES, pages 18 and 50 son. 6–12”h Í∏ $5.00—4” pot Verbena, Brazilian Verbena bonariensis Tobacco, Dwarf Flowering Nicotiana Verbena Verbena May not look like much at the sale, but many garden- Long-tubed, 2” blooms are open all day. Easy. Excellent Among the finest of all low-growing bedding plants. ers consider it indispensible, with tall and airy purple nectar source for hummingbirds and moths (including Trailing brilliant colors. Heat and drought tolerant. umbels on many slender stalks. Self seeds. A good cut the hummingbird-like sphinx moth). Seeds for finches Í∏ flower. 48”h Í∏ ∫ $5.00—6 plants in a pack and juncos. 12–18”h Í∫˙å¥ $2.00—4 plants in a pack: Vinca Catharanthus roseus $2.00—4 plants in a pack: A543 Imagination, V. tenuisecta ß—Large flower clus- A529 Havana Lime ß ters in deep blue/violet. Feathery foliage spreads Ever-bloomer for beds in summer and pots in winter. A530 Red ß to 20”. One of garden writer Marge Hols’s all- Waxy, impatiens-like flowers are abundantly produced. Thrives in summer heat. Low maintenance and stays time favorites. 12”h Í∏†¥ Tobacco, Flowering Nicotiana A544 Obsession Blue with Eye—6–12”h neat right up to frost. Mounded habit. Easy and fragrant in the evening. Excellent nectar A545 Obsession Crimson with Eye ß—6–12”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: source for hummingbirds and moths (including the A546 Obsession Mix with Eye ß—12”h A552 Cooler Mix ß—14”h hummingbird-like sphinx moth). Seeds for finches and A547 Peaches and Cream ß—8”h A553 Pacifica Red ß—True red. 16”h juncos. May self sow. 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A562 ◊ß flower. 40–50”h 12”h Grape-O-Licious —Sweet white flowers ß ß with a purple throat make an unusual trailing A571 Benary’s Giant Wine, Z. elegans —Rich bur- A581 Profusion Knee High Red, Z. elegans —A red gundy 4–6” fully double blooms resembling that’s great for cutting. 20–24”h shade plant that is especially nice for containers ß and hanging baskets. Heat tolerant. 10–11”h dahlias are rain, heat and mildew resistant. 36”h A582 Profusion Mix, Z. elegans —12”h A572 Inca, Z. elegans—Sun-worshipping fiery orange A583 Profusion Orange, Z. elegans—Yellowish orange Zinnia Zinnia double blooms are 5” wide. Would look great color. 12”h Quick growers for bright, clear colors. Easy to grow with Black and Blue salvia. 36–40”h A584 Profusion White, Z. elegans ß—2001 AAS win- with blooms all summer. Í∫ A573 Magellan Scarlet, Z. elegans ß—15–17”h ner. 12”h A574 Pinca, ◊ß—Fully double, bright pink 6” A585 Zahara Coral Rose, Z. marylandica ß—Award- $2.00—3 plants in a pack: cactus-type flowers. Great as a cut flower or just winning new zinnia series planted for the Beijing A563 State Fair Mix, Z. elegans ß—Huge blooms up to massed in your garden bed. 36”h Olympics because it performs wonderfully in hot, 6” across. Good for cutting. 36–48”h A575 Queen Red Lime, ß—Maroon outer petals grade sunny, dry places 12–18”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack: to lime centers with shades of rose, mauve, and A586 Zahara Fire, Z. marylandica ß—Reddish-orange. A564 Lilliput Mix, Z. elegans ß—The lilliput zinnia is a soft chartreuse. Double or semi-double. 40–50”h 12–18”h particular magnet for butterflies. 16–18”h A587 Zahara Starlight Rose, Z. marylandica ß—This A565 Lilliput Orange, Z. elegans ß—16–18”h Zinnia, Dwarf Zinnia newest 2.5” bi-color, white with a rose starburst A566 Lilliput Pink, Z. elegans—16–18”h These shorter varieties are more compact than the tall in the center. 8–12”h ß A567 Swizzle Cherry-Ivory, Z. elegans —3.5” bi-color cartoon flowers we usually think of as zinnias. Bright, ß blooms. 6–12”h clear colors. Easy to grow with blooms all summer. A588 Zinnia, Creeping A568 Swizzle Scarlet-Yellow, Z. elegans ß—3.5” bi-color Í∫ Sanvitalia procumbens ‘Aztec Gold’ blooms. 6–12”h $2.00—3 plants in a pack: Tiny golden daisies create a striking contrast to the Í∏ A576 Zahara Yellow, Z. marylandica ß—Cool but bright mat of dark green leaves. 6–12”h pastel yellow. 12–18”h $2.00—4 plants in a pack $2.00—4 plants in a pack: A577 Profusion Cherry, Z. elegans ß—Compact, mound-forming, mildew resistant performer that blooms right up to frost. 12”h Indoor/Outdoor Plants † These taller plants, mostly in large pots, will not fit on our regular tables, so we Hawaiian Ti Cordyline A609 Papyrus, King Tut ß locate them separately at the end of the annuals in the far back corner of the room. Tropical plant with broad blades. Striking Cyperus ‘King Tut’ texture for a large container. This is the plant They’re worth looking for! Smooth triangular stems with what looks that is traditionally used for grass skirts. Íç like green fireworks or the skeleton of an They’re meant to be brought indoors for the winter so you can bring them back $5.00—4” pot: umbrella on top. Although papyrus typically A602 ◊ß grows standing in water, it is surprisingly outside again next year. Or they can be used as annuals for tropical effect if you Renegade —New and distinct tight clump-former with arching dark adaptable and will be happy planted right in don’t have room to bring them indoors. purple to nearly black foliage and a your garden if it gets water regularly. Will glossy lacquered finish. 24”h also grow in a container with the hole Heights are given when possible. Some are trees in their native habitats, but when plugged up or with a saucer of water. $14.00—1 gal. pot: 48–72”h Í∏ $5.00—4” pot grown here in pots and moved inside every winter, their height is limited. A603 Electric Pink. ◊ß—Slim bright pink leaves with a ribbon of maroon in the See also perennial PAPYRUS, page 22 Angel’s Trumpet, Upright Brush Cherry, Topiary center are begging to be paired with A610 Rabbit Ears ◊ Brugmansia Eugenia myrtifolia colors like chartreuse or orange. It’s the Ruttya fruticosa Tender woody tropical bush covered with If you ever wanted to have one of those topi- shocking pink “grass” on our 2012 huge trumpet-shaped blooms, downfacing. aries that are made up of spheres of small postcard. Winter indoors. 24–48”h Bunches of 1–2” flared, tubular, orange-red flowers. Each bloom has two upper petals Plant in a tub to winter indoors. Í∏¥∫ leaves, here’s your chance. Tall and narrow, $19.00—3 gal. pot: that look like rabbit ears, while another com- they make an elegant statement. Í∏ ß $6.00—4” pot: A604 Red Sister, C. terminalis —Leaves are mon name “Jammy Mouth” describes the ß A589 Red, B. sanguinea —Pendulous scarlet $17.00—6” pot: plum and deep burgundy with neon large shiny blackberry-colored patch sur- ß to orange 8–12” trumpets with yellow A593 Two-sphere topiary pink. Syn. C. fruticosa. 36–72”h rounding the center. This patch shows hum- sides. Needs rich soil; shouldn’t be $39.00—3 gal. pot: Hibiscus, Tropical Hibiscus mingbirds where the flower is so full of allowed to dry out. Fertilize regularly. ß nectar it drips out. Bring indoors for the win- A594 Three-sphere topiary Giant blooms with crepe-paper-like petals Prefers cooler summers. Native to Peru. ter. From east Africa. 48”h ∏˙ and glossy foliage. Í 96”h Elephant Ears $5.00—5.25” pot $10.00—1 gal. pot: $5.00—4” pot: A611 Snake Plant ◊ ◊ß A590 Pink ß—Large 8” blossoms. Very reli- A605 Snow Queen —Red blossoms Sansevieria trifasciata able bloomer. 96”h cover this commanding tropical with variegated cream and green foliage. The classic houseplant with upright spears of A591 Banana Musa ‘Siam Ruby’ 72”h green. Great vertical accent in a summer con- tainer. Unkillable. ∏Ó¥ $8.00—5.25” pot Give your patio a tropical feeling with a pot- $15.00—6” pot: ted banana tree. Foliage is a remarkable dark A606 Braided ß—Three stems braided to ruby with lime flecks and streaks, although it form a small tree. Available in a range Someday by Annamary starts out chartreuse and develops more and of colors, and they should be blooming more red as it matures and gets more sun. at the sale, so you can choose the one The yard of my dreams Each leaf has a surprising new pattern of red you like. 36–48”h and and green: some leaves are even half and the yard in my yard half. (Don’t worry that the baby plants look Elephant Ears Colocasia esculenta A607 Impatiens, Parrot have not been formally introduced. are only green.) A banana tree will over- Easy to grow and over-winter indoors. Impatiens niamniamensis winter as a houseplant in a sunny window or Thrives in part to full shade and moist soil. Shiny scarlet and yellow 1.5” shrimp-shaped They are like future lovers in the dormant in a cool dark basement. 72”h Í Í∏Ó blooms with a lime green hood. Scalloped Oscar & Hammerstein tune $8.00—2.5” pot $10.00—6” pot: dark green leaves up to 9” long. Requires “Some Enchanted Evening.” In summer twilight, they see each other A592 Banana, Abyssian ß A596 Black Magic ◊ß—Unusual dramatic moist and preferably somewhat acidic soil. Becomes a houseplant in winter. 48”h ∏Ó “across a crowded room.” Ensete ventricosum ‘Maurelii’ dusty purplish black foliage. 36–72”h A597 Blue Hawaii ß—Vibrant blue-purple $6.00—4” pot Dwarf red Abyssinian banana with foliage In spring, however, veins and margins on green leaves. that is flushed with burgundy-red, especially A608 Mandevilla, White there is just too much light. Stems and the veins on the underside in the new growth and when in full sun. Mandevilla ‘Sun Parasol Giant White’ of the leaves are burgundy. 48”h No incomplete project can fade into darkness. Winters well in the house. Does not like to A598 Coffee Cups, C. esculenta ◊ß— Large trumpet-shaped blooms for a com- The dandelions and creeping Charlie dry out. 72–84”h Í∏ $10.00—1 gal. pot Glossy olive green leaves with dark pur- pletely tropical look. On a 30” trellis. Best in stand in platoons before the bridge ple-black stems, beautifully cupped so a sunny position, but tolerates partial shade. on which possibilities can cross over to Í that the leaves catch the rain. 36–60”h 72”h $15.00—6” pot meet dreamers. A601 Ginger, Variegated Shell But someday, they will meet— Alpinia zerumbet ‘Variegata’ Over by where I keep dividing the hostas. Striking yellow stripes on dark green leaves. The wild and carefree cosmos will make the Fragrant white flowers tinged pink with yel- introductions. low lips and red throats. 48”h Í∏ And they will blend into one living dream $11.00—1 quart pot that will greet me every summer morning when I awake. www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 41 We accept cash, checks, Amex, Fruit Visa, MasterCard & Discover Apple Malus Blueberry continued Grape Vitis Key Beautiful spring flowers and fall fruit. Semi-dwarfing $15.00—1 gal. pot: Grow your own grapes! Vigorous vines are great for Í Full sun rootstock. ÍÇ F015 North Blue—Introduced 1983. Fruit dark blue, covering fences, too. Climbs by tendrils. ÍÇ ∏ Part sun/part shade $39.00—5 gal. pot: large and attractive with good flavor. Developed $11.00—3.5” pot: Ó Shade F001 Honeycrisp—The most popular apple developed at the U of M. 2–3’h by 2–3’w F029A Frontenac Gris—A U of M cold-hardy introduc- at the U of M. Great for eating fresh or storing. F016 Northsky—Pink flowers followed by midseason tion. Blush to white, it's very good for white ç Attractive foliage Ideal for the home orchard. ***** 15–20’h by berries. Developed at the U of M. 2–3’h wines and as a seeded table grape. 8–10’h ı ◊ Bird food source 15–20’w F017 Pink Lemonade, V. —Pink flowers in spring F029B Marquette—Dark purple fruits, developed by the ∫ ◊ and gold and orange foliage in fall. Sweet deep Butterfly-friendly F002 Wolf River —Tart, yellow-green and red U of M’s cold-hardy grape program. Very good for † blushed fruit in late September. Fruits can be up pink berries in summer. 4–5’h by 3–4’w wine and juice. 20’h Cold-sensitive: keep above 40°F to 5” in diameter and weigh 1 lb. Resistant to Cherry, Bush Prunus $13.00—1 gal. pot: apple scab and powdery mildew. 12–16’h by Ç Culinary Extremely ornamental in spring when covered in beauti- F030A Bluebell—Blue-black grape, excellent table qual- ´ 12–15’w ity similar to Concord in taste but hardier. 8–10’h Edible flowers ful flowers followed by bright red fruit. The cherries are ˝ $59.00—7 gal. pot: delicious fresh or make sensational jams or pie. Can F030B Edelweiss—Vigorous, greenish-white grape with Ground cover ◊ F003 Zestar —Crisp white flesh sweet, tangy and bear three or four quarts of berries per plant. 4’h ÍÇ high sugar content. Dessert and wine grape. ˙ Hummingbird-friendly spicy. Excellent for snacking, baking, and sauces. 10–15’h  $8.00—3.5” pot: Medicinal U of M introduction. ***** 10–15’h by 10–15’w F031 Swenson’s Red—Extra sweet, large grape with ◊ ‰ Rock garden F018 Carmine Jewel —A Canadian introduction. crisp yet tender texture. Developed at the U of M, Apple, Columnar Malus Fruit larger than a nickel ripens early, from mid- 1978. 5–6’h ˜ These vertically shaped, compact apple trees can be July to mid-August. Vigorous but few suckers. Minnesota native grown in containers. ÍÇ Self-fruitful. F032 Grape, Wild Vitis riparia ◊ å U.S. native F019 Jan, P. japonica × P. jacquemontii—White blooms $65.00—5 gal. pot: Climbing woody vines produce flowers in late spring. and September fruit. Requires more than one vari- ß F004 Golden Sentinel ◊—White blossoms in spring Fruit appears in summer and ripens by fall. Fruit is Saturday restock ety for pollination. with sweet large golden-yellow fruit in seeded, sour to sweet-tart and juicy. From Lake Marion Ø Certified organic F020 Joel, P. j a p o n i c a × P. jacquemontii—Pink blossoms Íǘ September. Disease resistant. 8–12’h by 2–3’w in Lakeville, Minn. 30’ $5.00—3.5” pot ¥ and September fruit. Self-fruitful. Toxic to humans F005 Northpole ◊—Large crisp red fruit in F033 Hazelnut, American September. 8–12’h by 2–3’w Corylus americana Apple, Crab Malus A rounded shrub with half-inch edible nuts, two to Beautiful flowering trees in spring, plus edible fruit. four in a cluster. Useful in the shrub border and in nat- Í∏Ç uralistic settings; suckers from the roots to form thick- ets. Excellent for wildlife. Jackson County, Minn., $6.00—2” deep pot: source. 6–8’h Í∏Çı˜ $11.00—1 gal. pot F006 Sweet, M. coronaria ◊—A tough species crab that consistently produces clean fruit without Honeyberry Lonicera caerulea var. edulis spray. Very sharp flavor with tannic overtones, A recent introduction from Japan and Russia via good for jelly or sauce with no pectin. Straight Saskatchewan, this honeysuckle has sweet-tart fruit. trunks with a dense round crown. The highest White blooms in the spring turn into long, blue berries yielding native apple, producing over 50 gallons that are ideal for fresh eating or in any dessert. Easily ˜ of fruit on a medium-sized tree. 20–30’h F021 Cherry, Pie Prunus cerasus ‘North Star’ harvested and low maintenance, accepting a wide range of soils. Requires two varieties for fruit. Hardy $69.00—5 gal. pot: Very hardy and very productive U of M introduction. ◊ to –54°F. Í∏Ç F007 Chestnut —Every September, do you look Great for cooking and freezing. Dwarf trees with beau- forward to buying these tasty 2” apples from the tiful spring blossoms, followed by tart full-size cher- $12.00—1 gal. pot: farmers’ market? Introduced by the U of M in ries. Ripens in July. Excellent summer food used by F034 Borealis—Large soft blue fruit. 4–5’h by 4–5’w 1949, the tree actually needs our cold winters for over 80 species of wildlife. Self-fertile. 12–14’h ÍÇ F035 Svetlana—Good pollinator. 4’h by 3’w its large white flowers to bloom their best in ear- $39.00—5 gal. pot ly May. Not at all sour, the crunchy apple has a F036 Huckleberry, Black rich, complex, sweet-tart flavor. Very productive F022 Cherry, Sweet Prunus avium ◊ Gaylussacia baccata ‘Wisconsin’ Apricot flowers and an excellent pollinator. 12–16’h by 10–15’w Yes, a wild, yellow sweet cherry, hardy enough for White, tubular flowers cover this shrub in spring, fol- Minnesota. High-quality fruit with few insect or dis- Apricot Prunus lowed by purplish-black edible berries. Prefers acid ease problems. Takes four to eight years to fruit from soil. 1–3’h Í∏ ǘ $10.00—1 gal. pot Beautiful white flowers in mid spring, followed by a seedling plants like this one. Found in southern heavy crop of early-ripening fruit. Best in a north- or Michigan. Self fruitful. 30–80’h by 30–80’w ÍÇ east-facing location to prevent early blooms and frost $17.00—paper pot ÍÇ damage. Harvest in the second year. Chokecherry see page 44 Remember, Living Green Expo $20.00—2” extra-deep pot: Citrus see page 7 F008 Briana ◊—Heavy yields for an edible land- is the weekend BEFORE scape, originally from northern Russia. Light Currant Ribes orange fruit with a dark orange interior, 1 to 1.5” White flowers followed by fruits in clusters by mid- the plant sale! in size. Dense clusters on short spurs along the summer. The fruit is good for jellies, wines and pre- branches. Rich flavor with few disease or insect serves. For the most fruit production, remove any problems. 15–25’h by 15–25’w stems that are more than four years old. Í∏Ç $39.00—5 gal. pot: $12.00—1 gal. pot: F009 Chinese Mormon, P. armeniaca—Small to medium F023 Red Lake—Vigorous plant that breaks dormancy fruit, golden with red blush. 15–20’h early. Dark red fruits will ripen earlier with addi- Blueberry Vaccinium tional moisture. 4’h Popular for their fruit, compact size and brilliant fall $13.00—1 gal. pot: colors of orange and red. Prefer acidic soil! These are F024 Consort ◊—Clustered, black fruits ripen in late This affordable, family-friendly event will inspire you self-pollinating unless noted otherwise, but will get summer. Resistant to White Pine Blister Rust. to live a healthier, more sustainable life! larger fruit if a different variety is nearby for cross-pol- 4–6’h by 3–4’w lination. ÍåÇ F025 Dogwood, Cornelian Cherry Special features include: $12.00—1 gal. pot: Cornus mas F010 Aurora, V. c o r y m b o s u m —The latest fruiting blue- • Gardening and yard care Late winter clusters of tiny yellow flowers before the berry on the market. Large, sweet berries exhibitors and workshops leaves appear. The fruit is dark ruby red, ripening after August–September. Resistant to cracking and it falls from the tree. Acidic flavor like a mix of cran- store well. Deep red fall color. 4–5’h ˜ • Presentations by Don Shelby berry and sour cherry, it’s mainly used for jam and an F011 Friendship, V. c o r y m b o s u m —Super hardy blueberry on Building a Green Home excellent sauce. Amenable to heavy clay soil. 20–25’h delivers great wild berry taste on vigorous, pro- by 15–20’w Í∏Ç $14.00—1 gal. pot ductive plants. From native plants in Friendship, • Celebrity Chefs and Kitchen Wis. Fruits mid-July to August (early for blueber- F026 Fig, Turkey Ficus carica ß Basics demonstrations on setting ˜ ries). Brilliant orange-red fall color. 3–4’h The easiest indoor fruit. Best outdoors for summer, but up the perfect pantry, using homegrown vegetables, and more F012 Top Hat, V. angustifolia—Attractive, dwarf variety. don’t panic if your fig loses its leaves when you bring it Great for small gardens, even pots or for bonsai. • ‘Growing Up Green’ — products and services that teach kids to ˜ inside for the winter or outside for the summer. 10’h live green Plump, delicious berries. 2–3’h by 5–8’w ÍÇ $15.00—1 gal. pot $14.00—1.5 gal. pot: F013 Northland—Flexible branches do not break under Gooseberry Ribes Gooseberries are half-inch to one-inch round fruits Saturday, May 5 Sunday, May 6 heavy snow loads. Fruit is borne on long and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. loose clusters; nice wild berry flavor. Low stature with a flavor all their own, often used in desserts. Í∫Ç and spreading growth habit also make it an Attracts birds and butterflies. Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Northeast Corner attractive landscape plant. 2–4’h by 3–4’w $13.00—1 gal. pot: $15.00—1 gal. pot: F027 Hinnomaki Red, R. uva-crispa ◊—White blos- www.LivingGreenExpo.MN F014 Chippewa—A 1996 U of M introduction. Ripens a soms in spring. Large, sweet-tart red fruit in week earlier than North Blue. A good plant for summer. Green lobed foliage turns red in fall. Other highlights include creative activities for kids, a Bike Rodeo and the home gardener with large dark blue fruits and 3–5’h by 3–5’w Bike Fashion Show, healthy and wholesome food, and much more. F028 ◊ good blueberry flavor. 2.5–3.5’h by 2.5–3.5’w Pixwell, R. hirtellum —White blossoms in late Tickets available for $3 online, $5 at the door. Kids 18 and under are FREE. spring. Pinkish fruit in summer. Virtually thorn- less and self pollinating. 5’h by 3’w 42 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Fruit Key Kiwi, Hardy Actinidia kolomikta Plum continued Raspberry, Ground Cover Í Full sun Vigorous fruiting vine, not the same as supermarket $69.00—10 gal. pot: Rubus stellarcticus ∏ Part sun/part shade kiwi. Grows in any moist but well-drained soil; should F047 Black Ice ◊—Cross between a cherry-plum and Extremely hardy, low-growing plants without thorns. not become dry in hot weather. Do not over-fertilize. Ó Shade a Japanese dessert plum, resulting in 2” purple- Spreads by rhizomes, making a thick mat of bright Twining; needs a trellis. 12’h Í∏ Ç black fruits. Superior winter hardiness and early green leaves. Small pinkish lavender flowers in late ripening (two to four weeks before others). spring; red fruits in mid-summer. Red and burgundy ç Attractive foliage $4.00—2.5” pot: F037 Arctic Beauty—Pollinating plant with white and Requires a pollinator, such as Toka, within 50 fall color. Plant two varieties for cross-pollination. ı Bird food source Í pink variegated leaves, often used as a screen or feet. ***** 12–20’h 12”h ∫ Butterfly-friendly shade vine because of its dense cover. One polli- $4.00—2.5” pot: † F048 Plum, Wild Prunus americana Cold-sensitive: nator can cover several nearby fruiting kiwi vines. F056 Anna White flowers in May followed by red or yellow edible keep above 40°F F038 Red Beauty—Fruiting plant. Needs a pollinator F057 Sophia Ç Culinary nearby to produce fruit. fruit. Long thorns that can be used as needles. Hardy and drought resistant. Excellent for wildlife. Jackson See also the native BLACKBERRY, page 48 ´ Edible flowers Lingonberry Vaccinium vitis-idaea County, Minn., source. 15–20’h by 15’w Íı˜ ˝ Ground cover This beautiful tiny shrub has reddish new leaves the $11.00—1 gal. pot ˙ Hummingbird-friendly F058 Serviceberry, Saskatoon size of mouse ears that turn glossy green. Clusters of F049 Quince, Common Cydonia oblonga ◊  Medicinal white to pinkish bell-shaped flowers bloom in May and Amelanchier alnifolia One of the most widely used fruits in the world and ‰ Rock garden are followed by bright red tart berries to be used for White flowers in earliest spring give way to showy, edi- cultivated for centuries for its use in jelly, juice and fra- the famous lingonberry preserve or syrup. A circumpo- ble berries in summer and then brilliant fall color. Not grance. The fruit pulp is stewed, baked, made into jel- ˜ lar species, native to northern North America, Europe often commercially available, this multi-stemmed Minnesota native lies and jams and mixed with other fruits to help “set” and Asia. Roots grow shallow. Good planted with blue- shrub can be trained into a small tree. Extremely cold å U.S. native or thicken a mixture. Considered indispensible on berries, rhododendrons or azaleas and other acid- hardy, drought tolerant and not picky about soil condi- many a farm homestead. Grown from seed from an old lovers. 1’h ÍÇ´ tion. Fruits are important to wildlife. Allegan County, ß Saturday restock variety found on a farm in southern Michigan and from Mich., source. A xeriscape plant. 20’h by 10’w Í∏˜ Ø $5.00—2.5” pot: a selection in Vermont. Self fertile. Don’t eat the seeds. Certified organic $11.00—5.5” pot F039 Red Pearl 12’h by 12’w ÍÂÇ ¥ $20.00—paper pot ¥ Toxic to humans F040 Regal Strawberry Fragaria Raspberry Rubus F041 Pawpaw Asimina triloba ◊ Lovely perennial fruits that are easy to grow. They pre- Upright, self-fruitful, moderately suckering, thorny fer sandy soil, but can be grown almost anywhere. Large tropical leaves and purple blossoms give way to shrubs that don’t require staking or support. Clusters Spread by runners. Í´ fruit that has given this small fruit tree the common of white, five-petaled, rose-like flowers with yellow name: Poor Man’s Banana. Sweet, custard-like flavor. anthers give way to raspberries of excellent eating $2.00—4” pot: Excellent source of vitamins and minerals. Requires quality. Í´ F059 Fragoo Pink ß—Ever-bearing with nice size cross pollination for fruit production (two trees). Trial fruits. Great for containers or the garden with $11.00—1 gal. pot: in Minnesota; let us know how yours does. 15–30’h by ◊ pink blossoms. 6–10”h 5–15’w ÍÇ F050 Canby —White blossoms in June. Large sweet red berries in late August and early $3.00—4 plants in a pack: Peach Prunus amydalus September. Very few thorns. Can be grown on a F060 Honeoye ß—June-bearing. One big crop, better Yes, these are edible peaches! Fragrant pink to rose fence or trellis. 3–8’h for canning. 6–10”h F061 Ozark Beauty ß—Ever-bearing; unusually vigor- flowers in spring. Self-fertile. Best in a north- or east- $13.00—1 gal. pot: ous plants with thick foliage and deep roots. facing location to prevent early blooms and frost dam- F051 Anne—Hands-down the best-tasting yellow rasp- 6–10”h Watch for age. Syn. P. p e r s i c a . ÍÇ berry, Anne is also highly productive. Extra-large $39.00—5 gal. pot: berries ripen from late August through October. $3.00—4” pot: ◊ the birdie! F042 Contender ◊—Pink blossoms in midspring and Sparsely thorned. Benefits from spring pruning F062 White Carolina Pineberry —Ghostly white sweet, freestone fruit in late August. Cold-hardy, for summer fruit, or a complete cutback for fall fruit with red seeds. Looks like a strawberry but tolerant of late spring frosts, self-pollinating. fruit. 4–5’h by 4’w tastes like luscious pineapple. 4”h 12–15’h by 12–15’w F052 Autumn Britten ◊—White blossoms in spring. $4.00—6 plants in a pack: F043 Reliance—Soft pink blossoms in early spring are Large sweet red berries ripen in August through F063 Jewel ß—Large, glossy bright red fruits with followed by medium to large freestone peaches fall. Popular for the Midwest. The earliest fall- good firmness and flavor. Summer-bearing, very ı with bright yellow flesh and yellow skin blushed fruiting raspberry. 3–4’h by 3–4’w productive plants. 6–10”h with red. Ripens in August. 12–15’h by 8–10’w F053 Bristol Black—Black raspberry. Bred in New York F064 Mesabi ß—June-bearing. Developed by the U of 1934. Mid-season, good quality fruit. Not suited M for our climate. Disease-resistant, productive F044 Pear Pyrus ‘Bartlett’ to northern Minnesota, but good for Twin Cities plants. Medium to large berries with strong aro- Plants marked Aromatic, juicy bright yellow pear that’s the most pop- area. 4–5’h by 4–5’w ma. 6–10”h ular in North America. Fragrant, showy white flowers F054 Souris ◊—Blossoms in May. Large sweet red with the bird icon mid spring and fruits late August to early September. berries in July. An improved Boyne. 3–5’h by Strawberry, Alpine Fragaria vesca are best for Red and yellow fall color. Can be pruned to optimum 3–4’w These valuable garden plants produce no runners, but providing food to height of 15–18’. Pears are most productive with two $16.00—2 gal. pot: bear numerous small, long, slender berries. Fragrant birds in spring different varieties in the neighborhood for cross-polli- F055 Munger Black ◊—White blossoms on stout and tasty, summer to fall. Likes part shade and regular nation. 20–30’h by 15–20’w ÍÇ$39.00—5 gal. pot water. Nice along paths, and good in containers, too. when other foods canes in late spring to early summer. Large juicy Í∏ are in low supply. Plum Prunus black berries ripen in mid to late summer. 4–7’h by 3–6’w $3.00—3.5” pot: Hardy and great for fresh eating or cooking. ÍÇ F065 Yellow Wonder—Many prefer this white-yellow $39.00—5 gal. pot: berry over traditional red strawberries. F045 Stanley, P. domestica—Freestone European plum Considered sweeter too. Nonspreading. And with dark blue fruits ripening in September. birds ignore them totally. 6–8”h ‰ Sweet, rich flavor. Turns purplish-red when $3.00—4 plants in a pack: canned. High sugar content makes them ideal for F066 Alexandria ß—Red berries on productive plants. drying into prunes. Self-fertile, but yields more 10”h ‰ heavily when pollinated with another European variety. 20–25’h by 20–25’w See also the TARPAN STRAWBERRY in a hanging F046 Toka—Richly flavored exceptionally hardy selec- basket, page 39 tion from South Dakota. Self fruitful and one of the best pollinators. Blooms in May, fruit ripens mid-August to early September. 15–20’h by Planting for Bees 10–12’w Many gardeners know that bees, both native and imported ones, such as honeybees, are not doing so well of late. If you want to plant your garden to help out the bees, here are some of the plants they prefer for food or nesting. These are all native species, recommended by the U of M’s bee lab: N011 Aster, New England—Aster novae-angliae N069 Coneflower, Yellow—Ratibida pinnata ROUNDing UP? N012 Aster, Sky Blue—Aster azureus N072 Cup Plant—Silphium perfoliatum N013 Aster, Smooth Blue—Aster laevis G026 Dropseed, Prairie—Sporobolus heterolepis The Friends School Plant Sale is both a community N018 Beardtongue Large-Flowered—Penstemon N094 Goldenrod, Showy—Solidago speciosa event and a fund-raiser for the Friends School of grandiflorus N099 Hyssop, Anise—Agastache foeniculum Minnesota. N028 Bergamot, Wild—Monarda fistulosa N105 Indigo, White Wild—Baptisia leucophaea N036 Blazing Star Button—Liatris aspera N116 Lead Plant—Amorpha canescens In addition to beautifying your block or planting N040 Blazing Star, Prairie—Liatris pycnostachya N124 Lupine, Wild—Lupinus perennis healthy vegetables for your family, we hope you will N045 Bluebells, Virginia—Mertensia virginica N132 Milkweed, Showy—Asclepias speciosa consider “rounding up” your bill to the nearest $5. G021 Bluestem, Little—Schizachyrium scoparium N135 Mint, Mountain—Pycnanthemum N047 Boneset—Eupatorium perfoliatum virginianum Or consider a donation of an additional $5, $10, or N053, N055 Butterfly Weed—Asclepias tuberosa N141 Onion, Prairie—Allium stellatum $20 to the Friends School’s scholarship fund. N064 Compass Plant—Silphium laciniatum N170 Purple Prairie Clover—Dalea purpurea N067 Coneflower, Narrow-Leafed—Echinacea Thank you for considering a angustifolia round-up donation! Researchers from the U of M’s bee lab will be on hand in the Garden Fair to answer questions about bees and plants for bee habitat. See page 4 for details and schedule. www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 43 We accept cash, checks, Amex, Visa, MasterCard & Discover Rosa Í´ÂÇ Roses Roses love sunshine, but ones that accept part shade are noted with ∏. Climbing Shrub Roses

The canes of these roses grow upright and can be $2.00—2.5” pot: $10.00—5.25” pot: trained to a trellis. John Cabot—Canadian rose that blooms from early R011 Angel Wings R. chinensis ß—Grown from seed R026 Oso Easy Cherry Pie—Bright cherry red flow- summer until frost in a range of shades from orchid- this spring, these sweetly scented miniature roses ers. The flowers are large and single, accentuated pink to fuchsia red. Orange hips. 5–9’h should be blooming with tiny flowers the size of with bright yellow stamens. Reblooms. 1–2’h ˝ peas during the sale. Shades of rose, pink and R001 $13.00—5.25” pot R027 Oso Easy Fragrant Spreader ◊—Abundant white with a high percentage of double blooms. soft pink 2” single flowers in summer that fade to John Davis—Medium pink with red canes. Spicy Excellent for bedding and ideal for patio contain- white. 2’h by 5–6’w ˝ scent. Rebloomer from the Explorer series. 6–8’h ers. Will continue to bloom inside in a sunny R002A $13.00—5.25” pot window. At mature size they’ll have 1.5–2” R028 Oso Easy Paprika—Spice up your life with R002B $24.00—3 gal. pot blooms. 2–3’h Paprika, a low mounded rose with loads of red- dish-orange single blooms with a bright yellow White Rose of Finland—A super hardy, vigorous $5.00—4” pot: eye. Foliage emerges with hints of red in the new climber with pure white, semi-double flowers. Blooms ˝ R012 Adelaide Hoodless—Deep pink, semi-double growth. Reblooms. 1–2’h mid-summer. Registered with the Rose Society by its blooms early summer until frost. 4’h by 3.5’w Swedish name, ‘Polstjarnen’ or Polar Star. It’s resistant R029 Oso Easy Peachy Cream—Double flowers to black spot, mildew and rust. It can be used as a R013 Cuthbert Grant—Fragrant dark purplish-red emerge peach, transform to cream. Low mound- ground cover and will root where it touches the blossoms and dense dark green foliage. Blooms ing prolific bloomer. Self cleaning and black spot ˝ ground. 10’h by 8’w repeatedly from late spring through mid summer. resistant. 1–3’h by 1–3’w R003A $5.00—4” pot Resistant to black spot, mildew and rust. 3–4’h R030 Oso Happy Candy Oh—Large sprays of single, R003B $11.00—1 gal. pot R014 Fairy, The—Soft pink 1” double flowers on cas- candy-apple-red flowers in panicles like peegee cading canes. Shiny, dense foliage. Rebloomer. hydrangeas. Minnesota bred by David Zlesak. William Baffin—Deep pink double flowers in clusters Disease-resistant rebloomer. 3–4’h of up to 30 blossoms. Repeat blooms. At its best clam- 3’h by 4’w Oso Happy Smoothie ◊ bering over a fence, porch or shed. Can be trained to a R015 Red Cascade ◊—Deep red 1–1.5” double R031 —Hot pink blooms pillar. From the Explorer series. 8–10’h flowers with a light pleasant fragrance will bloom from June until frost. Thornless and very winter hardy. Minnesota bred by David Zlesak. 3’h by R004A $5.00—4” pot and re-bloom with vigor. Few small thorns. Often 3’w R004B $11.00—1 gal. pot grown as a groundcover but will cascade or climb R004C $22.00—2 gal. pot 12–15’. Winter mulch. 2–4’h by 6’w Í∏ ˝ R032 Oso Easy Honey Bun ◊—Fragrant blooms range from light pink to yellow to cream all sum- R016 Sea Foam × , R. polyantha—White pompon-like ˝ flowers; globular, double, produces large amounts mer. 2–3’h by 2–3’w of bloom in trusses on trailing canes, ever-bloom- $11.00—1 gal. pot: ing. Vigorous, low-maintenance; sparkling dark, disease-free foliage. 5’h by 2.5’w R033 Prairie Wild, R. arkansana—The pink state flower of Iowa and North Dakota blooms mid- $8.00—2.5” pot: spring through early summer. This is the only R017 Oso Easy Mango Salsa ◊—Pink-salmon native rose that reblooms after its initial June blooms all summer. 2–3’h by 2–3’w ˝ flush of blossoms. Bright red hips replace the Members of the Twin Cities Rose highly scented 2” blossoms. Spreads. Jackson R018 Oso Happy Petite Pink—Sprays of petite bub- County, Minn., source. 1.5–2’h å Club will be available in the rose ble gum pink flowers bloom early summer to frost. A rose from Dr. David Zlesak, a noted local $13.00—5.25” pot: section on Friday morning to answer rose breeder. 2.5–3.5’h by 4’w ˝ R034 Bill Reid ◊—Super-hardy yellow single your questions. $8.00—4” pot: blooms. Repeat blooming Canadian Artists series. 3’h by 3’w Plant the Knockout roses with the crown 4–6” below the soil surface. $24.00—2 gal. pot: David Austin R019 Knockout, Double—Shows color from early R035 Bonica—Clusters of shell-pink blooms with a spring well into fall. Compact, rounded bush with fresh-cut apple scent. Bright orange hips follow purple-green foliage and red flowers. 3–4’h the flowers. Continuous bloom late spring to $24.00—2 or 3 gal pot: R020 Knockout, Sunny—Fragrant 3” golden flowers frost. 4–6’h by 4–6’w Also known as Modern English roses. Blending recent that age to cream. Leaves turn burgundy-violet in gardening concepts with antique flare and fragrance, R036 Como Park—Large red double blossoms. Blooms fall. Orange-red rose hips in winter. Black spot these roses will do fine in our climate with modest late spring to late summer with repeated bloom- and mildew resistant. Reblooms. 3–5’h by 3–4’w winter protection. Their superb qualities justify the ing. Good compact rose from Minnesota’s Bailey extra protection. These roses are all on their own R021 Nearly Wild—Ever-blooming fragrant pink rose. Nurseries. Named for St. Paul’s Como Park. 2.5’h roots. Bushy plant, very attractive and disease resistant. by 2.5’w 2’h by 4’w R005 Golden Celebration ◊—Warm gold-yellow R037 Milwaukee’s Calatrava—White double slightly 5” double cupped flowers with an intense fruity R022 Party Hardy ◊—Clustered, deep pink 4” dou- ruffled petals that blush pink in fall. From the honey perfume, blooming in clusters. Repeat ble blooms all summer. Mild apple fragrance. breeder of the Knockout Rose. Fragrant, long- bloomer that is also resistant to black spot and 2011 Canadian introduction with extra cold toler- blooming. 4–5’h by 3’w mildew. 4–6’h by 3–4’w ance. 4–6’h by 3–4’w R038 Reine des Violettes ◊—Since 1860 crowned ◊ the “queen of the violets.” A double with unusual R006 Graham Thomas —Very double round $9.00—1 quart pot: blooms in bright yellow. Very fragrant, blooming blended deep mauve-lilac-violet blooms and a from summer to fall. Large yellow hips in fall. 5’h R023 Champlain—Fragrant red double blossoms with sweet peppery fragrance. Tiny thorns. Reliably yellow eyes. Blooms repeatedly from late spring repeats. 4–6’h by 4–6’w ◊ R007 Jude the Obscure —Creamy apricot yellow through late summer. Produces tomato-orange R039 Rosa Glauca, R. rubrifolia—Noted for its pur- with shades of pink. The 4–5” double bloom is hips from mid to late fall. 3’h by 3’w chalice-shaped with an indescribable scent that plish-red new foliage and bluish mature leaves, everybody tries to describe: a fruity, tropical per- R024 Hope for Humanity—Passionate dark red 3.5” useful as background or contrast. Shade-tolerant fume like guava, citrus, vanilla, and sweet white clustered blossoms. Vigorous Canadian rose from with good disease-resistance. Light pink, single, wine. Resistant to black spot, mildew, and rust. the Parkland Series. Blooms all season. 5’h by 4’w small flowers produced in June and followed by oblong bright orange hips in late summer. 4–8’h by 4–6’w R025 Prairie Sunrise—Salmon-tinted petals on the Reseeds (birds will spread the seeds in your ◊ outside and deeper apricot petals on the inside, R008 Molineux —Rich bright yellow 2.5–3” neighborhood). 6’h Í∏ blooms develop shades of orange. Plant has an reblooming from summer to frost. Excellent ◊ upright, vase-shaped form. Repeat bloomer. resistance to black spot and mildew. 3’h by 3’w R040 Rosa Mundi —It’s hard to get more classic Resistant to black spot, mildew, and rust. 3–4’h than a rose that’s been grown since at least 1581. by 2–3’w Peppermint candy 3–6” semi-full blooms are ran- domly splashed with white, pink and rose-red, ◊ Thanks to the Plant Sale’s R009 Queen of Sweden —Pink that acquires June–July. The “rose of the world” has a spicy, cit- shades of apricot. Double rose with an incurved rus scent. 3–4’h by 3–4’w Í∏ cup form. Light myrrh fragrance. Repeat bloomer. volunteer Master Gardeners! Resistant to black spot, mildew, and rust. 3.5–6’h Master Gardeners will be on hand throughout R041 Topaz Jewel—A reblooming yellow rose. Sweet, by 2.5–4’w fruity fragrance with a hint of cloves. 4” amber the sale to answer questions (located under yellow blooms deepen in color in cool weather the central stairway). and fade to creamy yellow in heat. 3–5’h Hybrid Tea Many are from Ramsey County: www.co.ramsey.mn.us/mastergardener Bring your own R010 Love and Peace Yellow blend. 2002 AARS winner. Colors brighter than To find your local wagon… the old-fashioned Peace rose and the hardiest hybrid Master Gardener program: you’ll be tea. Hybrid tea roses make excellent cut flowers. 4–6’h by 3–4’w $24.00—3 gal. pot www.extension.umn.edu/offices glad you did! 44 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Shrubs and Trees Key S001 Abelia, Fragrant Abelia mosanensis S018 Blue Beech Carpinus caroliniana ◊ S031 Chokecherry Prunus viginiana Í Full sun Hailing from Latvia, this hardy deciduous shrub has This great native tree grows well in heavy soil and low- Long clusters of white blossoms are followed by red ∏ Part sun/part shade rich pink flowers with fragrance better than a lilac, late er light conditions. The catkins and fruits look a little fruit, ripening to dark black-purple. In spite of the May through mid June. Glossy summer foliage turns like dangling Japanese pagodas—first green, then name, the fruit makes excellent jam or syrup. Can be Ó Shade orange-red in fall. 5–6’h Í∏ $7.00—3.5” pot becoming yellowish brown as they mature into clusters grown as a dense hedge. Good in most soils and attrac- Íı∫˜ ç ◊ of three-winged nutlets. Corrugated blue-green leaves tive to bees, butterflies and birds. 20’h by 6’w Attractive foliage S002 Almond, Dwarf Russian with serrated edges change to red, scarlet and orange $11.00—1 gal. pot ı Bird food source Prunus tenella in fall. The smooth greenish-gray trunk becomes fluted ∫ Butterfly-friendly Showy masses of rosy-pink to white blooms in early with age and seems to have muscles. Its hard, heavy S032 Cranberry, American Highbush Viburnum trilobum † Cold-sensitive: spring. Scarlet foliage in fall. Excellent hedge that wood is used for tool handles, mallets, walking sticks, keep above 40°F attracts bees, butterflies, and birds. 4–6’h by 4–6’w and golf clubs. Tolerant of most soils. 20–35’h by White flower clusters in spring. Red berries persist Ç Í¥ $11.00—1 gal. pot 20–35’w Í∏Ó ˜ $69.00—10 gal. pot into winter. Berries excellent winter food for wildlife. Culinary Í∏Ó∫˜ ´ ◊ Allegan County, Mich., source. 8–12’h Edible flowers S003 Andromeda S019 Boxwood $11.00—5.25” pot ˝ Ground cover Pieris japonica ‘Mountain Fire’ Buxus microphylla ‘Wintergreen’ ˙ Hummingbird-friendly Clusters of urn-shaped, fragrant, white flowers in early Bright green leaves on this hardiest of boxwoods. This Cypress, False Chamaecyparis pisifera  Medicinal spring. New leaves are red. Rich acidic soil. 4–8’h by is the shrub you see trimmed to flat-edged hedges in This native to North America and East Asia has flat, 3–6’w Í∏ ¥ $15.00—1 gal. pot fern-shaped, scale-like leaves rather than needles. ‰ Rock garden formal gardens and labyrinths. Can be kept much smaller by pruning. 3–5’h by 3–5’w Í∏ ¥ Í∏å Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis ˜ $5.00—3.5” pot $3.00—4.5” pot: Minnesota native Wonderful evergreens for the landscape. Í∏¥ S033 Vintage Gold, ß—Strong-growing and golden. å U.S. native S020 Buckeye, Red Aesculus pavia ◊ $3.00—4” pot: Holds its color without fading in summer or win- S004 Teddy—A lovable, huggable little plant that has Fat 4–10” spikes of deep red tubular flowers in spring ter. 1.5–2.5’h ‰ ß Saturday restock contrast with shiny dark green leaves on this slow- become very popular. The foliage is soft and $8.00—4” pot: Ø Certified organic bluish-green but will turn bronze with the onset growing, small tree. In fall, large glossy seeds called buckeyes are produced. 12–15’h by 12–15’w Í∏ ˙¥ S034 Mops—Brilliant gold thread-like foliage and low, ¥ Toxic to humans of winter. 3–5’h ‰ $19.00—6” plant bag mounding shape. 3–4’h by 3–4’w $4.00—4” pot: $10.00—1 gal. pot: S005 Sunkist—Pyramidal to conical shape with exqui- Cardinal Bush Weigela S035 King’s Gold ◊—Golden-yellow threadleaf site year-round color: dense, flattened sprays of Spreading shrub grown for its funnel-shaped flowers foliage. Upright form. Slow grower. 3–5’h by lemon-yellow in spring, turning orange-yellow in Í∏˙ that attract hummingbirds. 3–7’w winter. 4’h by 2–3’w $3.00—4” pot: S036 Cypress, Russian Microbiota decussata $8.00—1 gal. pot: S021 Rumba, W. florida—Semi-dwarf with ruby-red S006 DeGroot’s Spire—Narrow, upright spire-shaped flowers that have a yellow throat. Blooms from Dwarf dense evergreen. Light green in color changing plant with dark green, twisted foliage. Suitable as June through September. 3–4’h to bronze in winter. Excellent for shade. 1’h by 6’w Í∏Ó˝ $24.00—3 gal. pot a specimen or in a container or trough. 7’h $7.00—5.25” pot: $11.00—2 gal. pot: S022 Wine and Roses, W. florida—Dark burgundy-pur- S037 Dogwood, Bloodtwig S007 Rheingold ◊—Cone shaped. Golden foliage ple foliage and intense rosy-pink flowers. Full sun Cornus sanguinea ‘Winter Flame’ turns copper in winter. Slow growing. 4–5’h by for darkest color. 4–5’h In fall, red foliage and yellow stem color. Winter stems 4–5’w $9.00—5.25” pot: are orange-yellow at the base and pink-red at the tips. $12.00—1 gal. pot: S023 Spilled Wine, W. subsessilis—Dark red wavy leaves 8–10’h by 8’w Í∏ ¥å $5.00—4” pot S008 Cutie ◊—Very dwarf with neat globe shape. A complement the hot pink magenta flowers in S038 Dogwood, Golden North Star introduction. 8–10”h by 12”w ‰ spring and fall. 1.5–2’h by 3–4’w S009 ◊ Cornus alba aurea ‘Prairie Fire’ Zmatlik —Narrow, columnar growth. $12.00—5.25” pot: Medium green ruffled foliage. Slow-growing. Here’s the sequence of events: bright gold leaves in S024 My Monet, W. florida—Colorful green, cream and 6–7’h spring, creamy white flowers in late spring, chartreuse pink foliage provides season-long interest, while foliage in summer, blazing red foliage in fall, and final- $15.00—2 gal. pot: bright pink spring blooms provide the icing on ly orange-red branches in late fall and winter. 5–7’h by S010 North Pole—Columnar evergreen with dark green the cake. It can be used as a low mounding peren- 5–7’w Í∏ ¥ $5.00—4” pot winter foliage, resistant to burn. A Proven nial, or massed as a ground cover. 1–1.5’h Winners selection originating at North Star ◊ S039 Dogwood, Kesselring Nursery in Faribault, Minn. Excellent landscape S025 Catalpa, Purple Chokeberry Cornus alba ‘Kesselringi’ plant for narrow spaces or as an accent. 10–15’h Catalpa × erubescens ‘Purpurea’ Leaves have a purplish tinge. White flowers. Purple- by 4–5’w Deep purple new foliage growth. Spectacular white black bark is especially showy in winter. Good for spring flowers and tropical-looking, 10–12” heart- Azalea, Lights Rhododendron birds. 7’h by 7’w Í∏ $5.00—4” pot shaped leaves. Develops interesting cigar-shaped pods The Lights series of hardy azaleas was developed at the that turn brown in the fall. The last tree to leaf out in Dogwood, Pagoda Cornus alternifolia University of Minnesota. The flower buds are hardy to spring, and the last to drop its leaves in the fall. Unique, horizontally layered branching structure, -35°F. 4–5’h by 4’w Í∏∫¥ Í∏ 30–40’h by 30–40’w $79.00—7 gal. pot which accounts for its common name. It has 3–4” flat $12.00—1 gal. pot: S026 Cherry, Black Prunus serotina clusters of small white flowers in spring. Fruit are S011 Mandarin Lights—Heavily flowering, bright small blue-black berries that add considerable color in Pink to white flowers hanging in clusters. Edible scar- orange-red lightly scented flowers. summer as they mature and are much appreciated by let to black fruit in June. Crushed leaves have a distinct S012 Northern Highlights—Cream-yellow bi-color songbirds. Best in filtered shade, but great fall color in Azaleas need acid blooms with orange-yellow highlights. cherry aroma. Yellow to red fall color. Jackson County, Í∏˜¥ Í∏ ı∫˜ sunny spots. S013 Rosy Lights—Extra-fragrant dark pink flowers Minn., source. 50–80’h by 30–60’w soil. Mulch to protect $11.00—4” pot: with rose red contrasts. $11.00—1 gal. pot their shallow roots S040 Golden Shadows—Iridescent lime-green leaves, S027 Cherry, Pin Prunus pensylvanica from drying. Azaleas S014 Azalea, Pink and Sweet broadly edged in gold. Fragrant white clusters of Rhododendron viscosum ‘Pink and Sweet’ The abundance of sour red fruit in summer has earned flower bracts. The foliage turns a reddish purple are deciduous, while this small tree the nickname “Fire Cherry.” Fast grow- ç Purple-pink flowers with a flare of yellow in the throat shade in fall. 10–12’h by 6–8’w ing; small white flowers in spring. Bright red orange rhododendrons keep and a spicy sweet fragrance. Late-blooming. Prefers $19.00—2 gal. pot: fall color. Deer tolerant. 20–40 year lifespan. Jackson light shade. 4’h by 3’w ∏∫å¥ S041 C. alternifolia—Green leaves turn deep burgundy their leaves in winter. County, Minn., source. 20–30’h by 18–25’w ͘ $13.00—1 gal. pot in fall. Native; source stock from Canada. 15’h by $11.00—1 gal. pot 15’w ı S015 Bayberry Myrica pensylvanica See MORE CHERRIES, page 41 S042 Dogwood, Red Twig Cornus sericea Great for texture and fragrant foliage in the garden. S028 Chestnut, Horse ◊ Wax covering the plentiful gray silver berries is used to Aesculus hippocastanum A northern classic, great for winter interest with its red make aromatic and smokeless candles. The bark and branches. Green leaves, white flowers. Rounded shape. wax have been used medicinally. 8’h Í∏ Âå Showy blooms with panicles up to 12” long and 5” Allegan County, Mich., source. 8–10’h Í∏Ó˜¥ $10.00—1 gal. pot wide of white flowers with a blotch of yellow and red $11.00—5.25” pot color at the base, reaching a peak in mid-May. Leaves S016 Birch, Cherry Betula lenta ◊ appear corrugated. In Britain and Ireland, the nuts are S043 Elderberry Sambucus nigra Crushed leaves and stems emit a refreshing winter- used for the popular children’s game conkers (it’s also European native with saw-toothed leaves. Performs green scent. Lovely draping catkins when in bloom. known as the conker tree). 50–75’h Í¥ best if cut back to the ground each spring. Develops interesting scaly bark with age; green leaves $20.00—3 gal. pot Í∏Â¥´ç Íå¥ turn golden yellow in fall. 45–55’h by 30–40’w Chokeberry, Glossy Aronia melanocarpa $8.00—1 quart pot: $14.00—1 gal. pot Glossy, deep green foliage turning brilliant red in fall. S043 Madonna—Green leaves with wide margins of S017 Birch, Dakota Pinnacle White flowers in spring and clustered purple-black gold in sun, chartreuse in shade. Good for smaller Betula platyphylla ‘Fargo’ fruit from September through winter. Good for bor- spaces, growing more slowly than most elderber- ries. 4’h by 4’w Discovered by Art Boe during his years at the ders. Berries are high in antioxidants, the tart juice Í∏ University of North Dakota, this white-barked birch is makes a very healthful jelly. $10.00—5.25” pot: columnar, forming a perfect spire. Yellow fall color. $5.00—4” pot: S044 Black Lace—Intense purple-black foliage is finely 30’h by 7–8’w Í¥ $34.00—2 gal. pot S029 Autumn Magic—Brilliant red fall foliage. 3–6’h by cut, giving it an effect similar to Japanese maple. 4–7’w Soft pink flowers in spring contrast nicely with the dark leaves. Followed by blackish red fall $11.00—5.25” pot: berries which can be harvested or left on the S030 Glossy Black—Allegan County, Mich., source plant to attract birds and wildlife. Full sun for ı˜ 6–8’h by 5’w best color. Can be pruned back for more formal Elderberry settings. 6–8’h www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 45 We accept cash, checks, Amex, Shrubs and Trees Visa, MasterCard & Discover Fir, Balsam Abies balsamea S051 Forsythia, Pink Juniper Juniperus chinensis A popular Christmas tree, narrowly pyramidal with Abeliophyllum distichum roseum Evergreen landscaping shrubs. ç Í∏ dense crown terminating in a slender spire. The only Soft pink early spring bloomer. Flowers show up well $3.00—4” pot: fir native to the North Woods. 40–90’h by 20–30’w with a darker background. This arching shrub is in S071 Í∏˜ Daub’s Frosted—Blue-green foliage frosted in bloom well before the true forsythias show their gold. gold. Great for erosion control or along banks and Í S045 $11.00—1 gal. pot 3–5’h $5.00—2.5” pot slopes. Grows 3–6” each year until mature S046 $17.00—2 gal. pot S052 Fringetree, White height. A favorite of garden writer Bonnie S047 Fir, Korean Variegated Chionanthus virginicus Blodgett. 6’h $13.00—1 gal. pot: Abies koreana ‘Silberlocke’ Slow-growing U.S. native that is especially beautiful in S072 Gold Lace ◊—A spreading evergreen with gold Strongly curved upright needles, new growth with a spring when profuse white blooms appear before the foliage that is most vibrant when grown in full bright white underside. Produces steel blue cones. 20’h foliage. Blue-black fruit may follow in the summer. sun. Can be used in mass plantings or in borders. by 5’w Í¥ $22.00—2 gal. pot Yellow fall color. 6–8’h Í∏ å¥ $14.00—1 gal. pot Deer resistant. 3–4’h by 5–6’w Forsythia Forsythia S053 Harry Lauder’s Walking Stick Juniper, Spreading Juniperus horizontalis The classic spring-blooming shrub. Soft yellow flowers Corylus avellana ‘Contorta’ Spreading shrub. Native to northern Minnesota where line arching branches in April. Forsythias are named for Contorted hazelnut with twisted branches that add to it carpets thin soil on rocks. Í∏½˜ the Scottish botanist William Forsyth, who was superin- its appeal in winter. Medium green foliage changes to tendent of Kensington Gardens in London and one of shades of yellow in fall. Named for a Scottish vaudevil- $9.00—1 gal. pot: the founders of the Royal Horticultural Society. Í∏ lian who carried a twisted walking stick as part of his S073 Blue Mat—Dense evergreen shrub, with long, Í $4.00—3.5” pot: act. 8–10’h $37.00—3 gal. pot flexible, branches. Blue-green foliage turns dark purplish green in winter. Useful as a ground cov- S048 Meadowlark—Noted for the cold-hardiness of its S054 Hemlock, Dwarf er and tolerant of deer, rabbits, drought, and buds. Prune the flower shoots near the old wood Harry Lauder with his Tsuga canadensis ‘Jeddeloh’ slope. 0.5–1’h by 6–8’w as soon as the flowers fade. Foliage turns pur- walking stick. A birds-nest-like selection with feathery, arching tips plish in the fall. 6–10’h $9.00—5.25” pot: and a slightly depressed center. Excellent for smaller S074 Good Vibrations—Attractive chartreuse leaves $5.00—4” pot: Í∏Ó ‰ gardens. 1–3’h $6.00—2.5” pot emerge in spring, change to bright yellow and S049 Citrus Swizzle—Dwarf shrub. Showy foliage then take on orange hues in fall. Spreading hori- emerges chartreuse, with a lime-green variegation S055 Hickory, Shagbark Carya ovata zontal habit. Drought tolerant, deer resistant and in the center of the leaf (which later fades) and This native tree flourishes in any soil, from very dry to good in sandy or rocky soils. 1–1.5’h by 8–10’w then turning burgundy-red in the fall. 2’h by 2’w moderately moist. During the first few years the above- S050 Kumson, F. k o re a n a —Korean forsythia with an ground portion barely grows while the root grows sev- S075 Katsura Cercidiphyllum japonicum intricate network of decorative silver veins in the eral feet into the ground. In spring, its opening Beautiful heart-shaped foliage emerges red and dark green leaves. Attractive foliage remains to terminal buds look like huge red blossoms as they changes to bluish green in summer, followed by apricot Í∏ ˜ brighten the garden once the blooming is done. unfold. Very slow growing. 40’h by 40’w orange fall color. Oval shape. Fall leaves have a nice ç Tolerates part shade. 4–6’h $39.00—6” plant bag aroma. 40’h by 40’w Í $29.00—2 gal. pot Hydrangea see box below S076 Laceshrub Stephanandra incisa ‘Crispa’ Í∏¥ A graceful, low-spreading plant. Miniature, lacy, maple- Hydrangea like leaves unfold a reddish-bronze. Best displayed Watch for draping down a hillside or over a wall. 2–4’h Í∏˝ $4.00—3.5” pot Hydrangea, Annabelle Hydrangea, Oakleaf the birdie! S077 Larch, European Weeping Hydrangea arborescens Hydrangea quercifolia Larix decidua ‘Pendula’ Thrives in part shade. Flowers the second year. å Wonderfully textured oak-shaped leaves with red or Graceful with soft green foliage turning golden in fall. red-purple fall color. It usually will not flower here; Once its clusters of needle-like leaves fall, the rose- $9.00—5.25” pot: grown for its attractive foliage. If buds overwinter, shaped cones remain, dotting the branches through S056 Incrediball—Strong, flop-resistant stems with white blooms midsummer into fall. Able to with- ı massive round 12” blooms. Each bloom winter. Prostrate if not staked. Evergreen in appear- stand drier conditions than other varieties. Í emerges lime green, changes to pure white ance, but drops its needles in winter. and then matures to green. 4–5’h by 4’w $7.00—4” pot: $23.00—2 gal. pot S063 Sikes Dwarf ◊—Handsome, lobed foliage S078 Larch, Japanese Larix kaempferi $11.00—2 gal. pot: with long-lasting scarlet-burgundy-purple fall Plants marked Open conical shape with needles arranged in spirals S057 Invincibelle Spirit—A color breakthrough. color. Requires well-drained soil. Mulch well with the bird icon around the branches. Like its relative the tamarack, The 6–8” mop-head flowers change from dark, for winter. 4–5’h by 4–5’w are best for this conifer will turn gold in fall and then lose its “nee- hot pink to a clear pink that is not affected by providing food to soil acidity. The flower buds are produced on $9.00—4” pot: dles.” Brown cones with fringed scales are attractive. Í new wood, so you’ll get blooms even after S064 Little Honey ◊—Chartreuse-yellow foliage Moderate to fast growth rate. 80–90’h by 30–40’w birds in spring severe winters. Flowers until frost. 3–4’h by in summer turns red in fall. Mulch for winter. $27.00—2 gal. pot when other foods 3–4’w 4’h by 3’w Leatherwood see rare plants, page 6 are in low supply. Hydrangea, Big Leaf Hydrangea, Panicle Lilac Syringa Í∫´ Hydrangea macrophylla Hydrangea paniculata Nothing says spring in Minnesota like fragrant lilacs. Large, showy blooms. The flowers cluster in conical panicles that will $5.00—1 quart pot: bloom even after the harshest winters. Bloom color S079 Dwarf Korean, S. meyeri ‘Palibin’—Also called $5.00—2.5” pot: is not affected by soil acidity. S058 Lemon Wave ◊—The foliage is most strik- Little Leaf Lilac. Excellent low, spreading habit. ing. Each leaf is irregularly variegated with $9.00—1 quart pot: Reddish-purple buds open to single pale lilac fra- midgreen, white and yellow, making the shrub S065 Quick Fire—Blooms about a month before grant flowers. Profuse blooms at an early age. a visual magnet in the woodland garden. other panicled hydrangeas. The flowers turn Leaves are dark green and small. Insect and Flower buds may not be hardy in Minnesota, pink very quickly and will be an extremely mildew resistant. Late bloomer. ***** 3’h by 3’w but the foliage is worth it! 4–5’h dark rosy pink in the fall. Moist, well-drained S080 Miss Kim, S. patula—Abundant orchid-pink soil. 6–8’h blooms from pinky-purple buds, still blooming $10.00—5.25” pot: weeks after the French hybrids have finished. S059 Cityline Rio—Rich blue to purple (depending $10.00—5.25” pot: Sweet and spicy scent and the best fall color, a on the amount of acidity in the soil) with char- S066 Limelight—Bright lime green flowers in late beautiful burgundy-red. Resistant to powdery treuse eyes. Strong stems. Fast and easy to summer. Vigorous and floriferous! 6–8’h mildew. ***** 6–8’h grow. Bloom on previous year’s buds, so don’t S067 Little Lime—Dwarf form of the ‘Limelight’ $6.00—3.5” pot: prune just after flowering. Protect with leaves with green flowers on sturdy stems in sum- S081 Anabel, S. × hyacinthiflora ◊—Early fragrant or mulch. 2–3’h mer. Flowers turn pink in fall. 3–5’h by 4–6’w pink blossoms. Deer resistant. 6–9’h by 8–11’w S082 Betsy Ross ◊—Early fragrant white blossoms S060 Let’s Dance Starlight—The first reblooming S068 Pinky Winky—Giant 12–16” two-toned cover the plant. Mildew-tolerant and deer-resist- lace-cap hydrangea. Massive blooms are vivid flower heads appear on strong, non-drooping ant. First lilac cultivar to be released by the U.S. pink on strong stems. Blooms summer to frost stems in mid-summer. Flowering is indetermi- National Arboretum. 8–10’h by 10–12’w Í∏ on new and old wood. 3’h by 3’w nate, meaning new white flowers continue to S061 Pink Shira—Green young blooms turn red- emerge from the tip of the panicle while the $11.00—1 gal. pot: dish then rich pink. Blooms on new and old older flowers transform to rich pink. 6–8’h S083 Donald Wyman—Purple-lavender buds open to wood. 3–6’h by 3–5’w reddish-purple flowers on large pyramidal spikes $15.00—1 gal. pot: two weeks later than common lilac. 8–10’h $18.00—1 gal. pot: S069 Great Star—4” white wavy windmill flowers S084 Minuet, S. vulgaris—Great dwarf plant with fra- S062 Twist and Shout—Gorgeous multicolored fade to pink. Blooms mid-July to September. grant light pink blooms. Best bloom quality and Panicled blossoms of pink or periwinkle blue, depend- 6–8’h by 6–8’w disease resistance occur in full sun. Prune as Hydrangea ing on soil acidity. Blooms on old and new S070 Vanilla Strawberry—Enormous panicles needed immediately after flowering. Minimal wood from May until frost. Sturdy red stems blend white and pink on upright stems. They suckering. ***** 4–6’h by 6–8’w and glossy dark green leaves turn red-bur- start out creamy white in midsummer, chang- $11.00—1 gal. pot: gundy in fall. Easy to grow. ***** 3–4’h ing to pink, and finally to strawberry red. A S085 Royalty—Dark purple buds open to lilac blooms two multicolored effect through summer and fall. to three weeks later than common lilacs. Foliage has 6–8’h purplish undertone. Non-suckering. 8–10’h S086 Sensation, S. vulgaris—Large trusses of purplish- red florets each sharply edged in white in spring. 8–15’h by 6–12’w 46 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Shrubs and Trees Key Lilac continued Magnolia continued S113 Pine, Dwarf Mugo Pinus mugo ◊ Í Full sun $11.00—2 gal. pot: $39.00—2 gal. pot: Shrubby evergreen conifer with sharp rigid needles ∏ Part sun/part shade S087 Charisma, S. prestoniae—Dwarf purple, good for S103A Barrington Belle ◊—Extremely fragrant 5–6” from the high mountains of Europe. Varies greatly in Ó Shade small spaces. Can be trained to tree form. Non- cup-shaped, strongly textured white flowers with form and size. Very durable and compact mounding suckering, blooming two weeks later than com- a subtle interior pink base from mid to late shape. Slow-growing, very hardy, easy, and adaptable, though preferring well-drained soils. Very drought tol- ç Attractive foliage mon French lilacs. 3’h spring. Upright habit becomes more spreading S088 Prairie Petite ◊—Fragrant pink blossoms with age. Grown on own roots. Hybrid from erant. 2–4’h by 2–4’w Í $18.00—3 gal. pot ı Bird food source mature to lavender. Deer resistant. 3–4’h by 4’w Professor Joe McDaniel. 20’h by 15’w ∫ Butterfly-friendly Pine, Japanese Umbrella see page 6 S089 Red Pixie—In late spring cherry-red buds open into $59.00—5 gal. pot: † Cold-sensitive: deep red-purple flowers that age to light pink. S103B Butterflies—Upright, tulip-like yellow flowers up S114 Pine, Swiss Stone Pinus cembra keep above 40°F Some sporadic rebloom. Reddish stems. May have Attractive conifer that is conical in form while young. Ç to 5” wide, with a light lemon oil aroma. Dark Culinary repeat blooms in summer. 4–6’h by 4–6’w green leaves remains attractive throughout grow- Very slow in growth, and will remain relatively small. ´ Edible flowers $11.00—5.25” pot: ing season. Compact, pyramidal form. Protect Soft 2–3” needles do not turn brown in winter. Remains ˝ Ground cover S090 Bloomerang—Reblooming dwarf lilac produces from high winds. Profuse blooms for seven to thick and dense right down to the ground through most of its life. Makes an excellent evergreen specimen or ˙ Hummingbird-friendly purple-pink blooms in spring and, after a rest nine days late in spring. 18–20’h by 10–15’w period during the heat of summer, flowers again. group planting. Pine seeds (nuts) are edible and large.  Medicinal It comes back, hence the name. Deer resistant S104 Magnolia, Cucumber 25–35’h by 10–15’w ÍÇ $24.00—3 gal. pot ‰ Rock garden Magnolia acuminata and attracts butterflies. 3–4’h by 3–4’w S115 Pine, White Contorted $18.00—2 gal. pot: The unripe fruit is green and shaped like a cucumber, ˜ Minnesota native then matures to a dark red color with bright red seeds. Pinus strobus ‘Contorta’ S091 Miss Kim, S. patula—Abundant panicles of orchid- å The fragrant flowers are small, yellow-green, and borne This white pine has needles and branches twisted all U.S. native pink after pinky-purple buds, still blooming weeks high in the tree April–June. The young tree is pyrami- ways, but maintains an overall pyramidal shape. The after the French hybrids finish. Dense, naturally ß dal, becoming more open with age (as we all should). distinctive light blue-green needles give this robust Saturday restock rounded form, it can be easily kept pruned to 4’. 60’h by 60’w ͆å $20.00—2 gal. pot tree a soft feathery look. Deer resistant. 25’h by 6’w Í Ø Certified organic Some lilac connoisseurs regard this as the most ı˜ $35.00—5 gal. pot ¥ Toxic to humans fragrant of all, with a sweet and spicy scent, and S105 Maple, Japanese having the best fall color, a beautiful burgundy-red. Acer palmatum ‘Atropurpureum’ S116 Pine, White Weeping Resistant to powdery mildew. ***** 6–8’h Seedlings of ‘Bloodgood,’ these trees will range in col- Pinus strobus ‘Pendula’ $34.00—2 gal. pot: or from purple to green turning bright red in fall. Long bluish needles on branches that reach to the S092 Dappled Dawn, S. vulgaris—Gold and green varie- Exquisite in both color and form, this ornamental is ground. A striking accent plant in any garden. gated leaves throughout the season, with double, great in a large patio pot or as a focal point on the lawn Cylindrical brown cones dot the branches. Height mauve flowers in the spring. 6–12’h ∫´ or in borders. Protect from winter wind and sun for determined by staking. 6–15’h by 10–20’w Í∏ $23.00—2 gal. pot S093 Locust, Black outdoor success in Minnesota or bring indooors. 15–20’h Í∏¥ $18.00—1 gal. pot Robinia pseudoacacia ‘Twisty Baby’ See also the JAPANESE UMBRELLA PINE, page 6 Unique multi-trunked shrub with interesting twisted zig- S106 Mockorange Philadelphus × S117 Purple Beautyberry ◊ zag branches. Its limbs twist, turn and kink at each node, virginalis ‘Miniature Snowflake’ Callicarpa dichotoma and even the medium-green leaves are crinkled. The Clusters of fragrant, double white flowers in May or Tiny, round, iridescent lilac-violet berries that grow in plant is particularly attractive in winter with its unusual- June. The common name refers both to the appearance large clusters along arching branches in September and ly shaped limbs: Dusted with snow, it’s a sight to see. of the flowers and to their captivating fragrance. October are loved by birds and flower-arrangers. Planting Í∏¥ Prune long spurts of growth back to encourage twisting 2.5–3’h by 2.5–3’w $12.00—1 gal. pot more than one shrub encourages good fruit set. Pink branches. 8’h by 8’w Í¥ $18.00—1 gal. pot Ninebark Physocarpus opulifolius flowers in summer and yellow autumn foliage. Will die back to the ground in winter. From China, Korea, and Magnolia Magnolia Maple-like leaves and an arching habit. A great shrub Lilac Japan. 3–4’h by 3–4’w Í $7.00—1 quart pot These northern-hardy magnolias need well-drained soil for the landscape with interest from spring to fall. Best and organic-rich matter. Flowers in spring, with foliage with protection from the hottest sun. Blooms S118 Pussy Willow, Dwarf ◊ emerging after blooms fade. Water frequently in hot, June–July. Í∏˜ Salix yezoalpina ‘Wintergreen’ dry weather. Í∏ $3.00—4” pot: Gorgeous yellow and white catkins cover this ground- $15.00—1 gal. pot: S107 Minnesota Sunrise—Spring growth in sunrise hugging pussy willow in late spring. Interesting furry S094 Merrill, M. loebneri—Showy 3” white flowers with shades of yellow and orange darkens to burgundy foliage and good fall color. Great to use flowing just a hint of pink at their base. From a distance as it ages, then turns bright red in fall. Pink through a rock garden. Also good for bonsai. .5–1’h by the tree is a blizzard of white. Fast-growing and umbels of flowers in spring contrast nicely with 6’w Í∏ ˝ ‰¥ $18.00—2 gal. pot vigorous. The most fragrant of the hardy magno- the leaf colors. A North Star introduction. 6–10’h ◊ lias. ***** 30’h by 25’w S108 Royalty—Dark purple leaves. Pinkish-white, but- S119 Quince Chaenomeles ‘Spitfire’ S095 Leonard Messell, M. loebneri—Deep pink buds ton-like flowers in mid-summer followed by Blooming in early spring with long-lasting, deep scarlet open to scented lilac-pink blossoms. ***** showy seed pods. Very attractive, vigorous, and flowers, glossy green leaves and spiny branches on an 15–20’h extremely hardy. 6–8’h ç upright form. Nice for a shrub border or, for the adven- turous, espaliered on a wall. Slow-growing and nearly $18.00—1 gal. pot: $15.00—1 gal. pot: thornless. 8’h by 8’w Í∏ $29.00—5 gal. pot S096 Ann—Upright form, selected for late bloom, with S109 Little Devil, ‘Donna May’—Compact and easy to lightly scented 7–9” red-purple flowers, emerging grow; pest-free. Especially useful for smaller, S120 Redbud from beautifully tapered buds. 8–10’h by 10’w urban gardens. Deep burgundy foliage. White- Cercis canadensis ‘Minnesota Strain’ $30.00—1 gal. pot: pink flowers in June. Bred by Minnesota’s Dr. Rounded to broad spreading shape, often taking on a S097 Elegant Spring ◊—Elegant ivory blossoms with David Zlesak. 3–4’h by 3–4’w picturesque form. Its bright, magenta-pink flowers are inner hints of soft pink. Fragrant. Hybrid of S110 Oak, Bur Quercus macrocarpa plentiful in spring. Yellow fall color and mildly shaggy ‘Leonard Messel’ and ‘White Rose’. 12–15’h by 8’w bark give it multi-season interest. 20–30’h Í∏å Known for its wide, open crown and massive trunk. Its S098 Elizabeth, M. acuminata × denudata—Globe-shaped $65.00—5 gal. pot large sweet acorns in their fringed cups are an impor- Magnolia tree with strongly fragrant, creamy yellow flow- tant wildlife food and the tastiest acorn for people: ers, each with a central cluster of red stamens. Rhododendron, Finnish roast the acorns like chestnuts. Grows from the savan- From the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Grown on Rhododendron hybrids nah of southeastern Minnesota to its far north. So own roots. 20’ in 20 years. 10–12’h by 8’w From the rhododendron breeding program at the U of adaptable it’s happy Alaska to Texas. Slow-growing, S099 Simple Pleasures, M. liliflora × M. ‘Norman Gould’ Helsinki, Finland, and tested at the U of M Landscape long-lived, and drought-resistant. Good drainage. ◊—Blooms at a young age with light lavender- Arboretum. The buds, proven hardy to –29°F, are cones 60–80’h by 60’w Í∏ ˜ı $12.00—1 gal. pot pink, cup-shaped, mildly fragrant flowers. Mid- that become big, tropical-looking pink flowers. The season. Extra hardy with a dense, rounded habit. S111 Pecan, Northern Carya illinoensis ◊ evergreen leaves are a shiny dark green on top and A tetraploid hybrid that produces an abundance Valuable nut-bearing tree of the walnut family. This is downy underneath.Needs well-drained, acidic soil. of seed. 30’h by 15–30’w ∏˙¥ ◊ entirely experimental in our area. The seeds were gath- S100 Spring Petticoats —Ivory blossoms with soft ered from northern Missouri. Seedlings from the same $39.00—2 gal. pot: pink undersides and inner rose flares. Slightly fra- parents have done well in northern Michigan, so it’s S121 Haaga—Dwarf variety with upright habit. Bright grant. Hybrid of ‘Leonard Messel’ and ‘White worth a try here. Deep-rooted and long-lived cousin of pink blooms. 3’h Rose’ introduced in 2010. 30’h by 20’w the hickory tree. Limited quantity. Not likely to reach S122 Hellikki ◊—A dense, compact shrub with dark S101A Spring Royalty ◊—Strongly fragrant, elongat- the huge size it would further south. 40’h by 40’w Í green foliage, in late spring to early summer it ed flowers of deep royal purple-red with an ivory- $27.00—6” plant bag displays violet-red to dark purple flowers that are white interior. Blooms at a young age. From Rhododendrons need ◊ attractive to hummingbirds. A slow grower, it is Dennis Ledvina, a cross of ‘Holland Red’ and S112 Persimmon, American suitable for foundation plantings. 5’h by 5’w acid soil. Mulch to ‘White Rose’. 15–18’h by 8–10’w Diospyros virginiana protect their shallow $39.00—1 gal. pot: Beautiful tree in the ebony family, native to the south- Rhododendron, PJM roots from drying. S101B Gold Star ◊—Star-shaped yellow flowers in eastern and central U.S. It will tolerate poor soil and Rhododendron hybrids dry locations. Pollinating and fruiting flowers grow on Good nectar plants early May on this pyramidal multi-stemmed tree. Among the best varieties for our area. Dark green New foliage is bronze-red. 15–20'h by 20–25' w separate trees, so if you want fruit you should plant at leaves turn purple in winter. Blooms late spring–early for butterflies; S102 Stellar Acclaim ◊—Fragrant, 6–8” pale yellow least three trees. It will be many years util the tree is summer. 4–5’h by 3–5’w Í∏∫ ¥ old enough to fruit. Unripe fruits are very astringent fair for humming- flowers with a rosy base bloom March–April. $15.00—1 gal. pot: Gold fall color. 15’h by 15’w and inedible, but they become sweet and succulent birds. Azaleas are when fully ripe in the late fall. Slow growing; ultimate- S123 Elite—Vigorous, upright and dense growth habit. Blooms later than most PJMs, with reddish-pur- deciduous, while ly may reach 50–75’ but unlikely in Minnesota. Frost does not hurt the fruit; in fact, the fruit persists on the ple flowers. rhododendrons keep tree in edible condition for weeks into the winter; pick- S124 PJM—In the fall, the dark green, glossy leaves turn to cinnamon, eventually darkening to their leaves in winter. ing fruit in December is a rare treat in our northern gardens. 50’h ÍÇ $32.00—6” plant bag purple-black. www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 47 Shrubs and Trees S126 Rose of Sharon, Chiffon Blue Spirea, Blue Caryopteris S151 Tamarack Larix laricina Hibiscus syriacus Beautiful blooms in late summer to fall when other Evergreen in appearance, but drops its needles in win- Tamarack Exquisite crepe-paper blue flowers have a lacy center flowering shrubs have quit. Mulch well for winter pro- ter. Wildlife use the tree for food and nesting. Native of lighter lavender-blue petals that give it a semi-dou- tection and prune back in early spring to about a foot to most of northern North America, including ble appearance. Wine red splashes peek out from the tall. Needs good drainage. Í∏ Minnesota. Tamarack is especially nice in October, center. July through September. A beautiful true blue $8.00—1 quart pot: when its needles turn yellow. Grows rapidly. Very Í hibiscus. 8–12’h $9.00—5.25” pot S138 Longwood Blue—Fragrant, violet-blue flowers intolerant of shade but does well in both wetland and upland situations. 45’h ͘ $13.00—1 gal. pot Saint John’s Wort Hypericum resembling clouds of blue mist. Aromatic lance- shaped, silvery-gray leaves. 2–4’h by 2–4’w ◊ Rich yellow blooms mid July to fall followed by a fruit S153 Tamarisk set that persists through winter. Prefers a cool location, $15.00—1.5 gal. pot: Tamarix ramosissima ‘Pink Cascade’ well-drained soil, and some protection from winter S139 Petit Blue—Wonderful, soft blue mounds over Abundant pink feathery sprays in summer are a good wind. Tough once established. Will cascade nicely in a gray-green foliage in late summer. The seed heads source of honeybee nectar. Soft scale-like foliage turn Rhododendron container. Í∏¥ remain ornamental in winter. 2–2.5’h yellow and reddish in fall. Drought and salt tolerant, $8.00—5.25” pot: Spirea, Japanese Spiraea japonica deer and rabbit resistant. Can be cut to the ground to S127 Sunny Boulevard, H. kalmianum—3’h by 3’w Í∏˝ keep small. Considered an invasive species in drier and Tiny-leaved foliage for ground cover or containers. sandy soils. 12–30’h Í $5.00—4” pot $18.00—2 gal. pot: $3.00—4” pot: ◊ ◊ S128 Brigadoon —Yellow-leafed and more heat-tol- S140 Alpine Gold ß—Very compact with gold leaves S154 Viburnum, Double File erant variety. Small oval leaves are chartruese to and pink flowers. A chance seedling from a Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum gold with reddish edges and new growth. 2” gold nursery in Paynesville, Minn. 1’h Multi-stemmed shrub with layers of horizontal flowers with fuzzy central spray of clustered sta- $6.00—4” pot: branching and showy 4” white flowers in mid-spring. mens. 1–2’h by 2’w Orange, red, and purple fall color. Birds love its red S141 Magic Carpet—Red leaf tips and pink-purple fruit that matures to black in August. Attracts bees, See also the native SAINT JOHN’S WORT, page 52 flowers in summer. 1–1.5’h butterflies and birds. 8–10’h by 8’w Í∏ ∫ S129 Scholar Tree Sophora japonica S142 Spruce, Bird’s Nest $13.00—1.5 gal pot This shapely tree produces masses of pea-like flowers Picea abies ‘Nidiformis’ S155 Wahoo Euonymus atropurpureus in August when you’d least expect them. The resulting Flat-topped with a hollow center, this spruce looks just Native shrub or small tree that is most often grown for seed pods resemble strings of beads. Foliage stays like its name. Slow growing and extremely hardy, this its lavender fruits and pink-scarlet fall color. Occurs in green right into winter, turning slightly chartreuse. is a good choice for adding “bones” to your garden. Í the wild in open woods and thickets, near streams and Very pollution tolerant. 40–60’h by 40’w The lush, bright green branches will keep the garden on wooded slopes. Fruit is attractive to wildlife. $34.00—6” plant bag looking alive all winter. 2–4’h by 4–6’w Í∏ ‰ ◊ 10–15’h Í∏ ˜¥ $29.00—6” plant bag Sea Buckthorn Hippophae rhamnoides $15.00—3 gal. pot Not related to buckthorn. Traditionally used to stimu- S143 Spruce, Black Hills S158 Willow, Golden Curls late digestion, this European native is one of the most Picea glauca densata Salix ‘Golden Curls’ nutritious fruits known. Silver-gray-green leaves are Slightly smaller and denser than other varieties of Corkscrew willow whose twisty branches are orange- thread-like. While the yellowish flowers are not showy, white spruce, this South Dakota native makes an excel- yellow when young, and prized for floral arrangements. they are followed by bright orange egg-shaped berries lent wind break or haven for wildlife. Extremely hardy Wavy leaves turn yellow in fall. Tree can be cut back that persist through winter. Salt tolerant. One of each and long-lived. Prefers a dry location. 30–40’h Íå hard to keep it more shrubby. Very hardy at the plant is needed to get berries; one male can pollinate $9.00—1 gal. pot Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. 20’h by 6–10’w Í∏ multiple nearby females. ÍÇ S144 Spruce, Dwarf Norway $6.00—1 quart pot Watch for $5.00—4” pot: Picea abies ‘Pumila Nigra’ S159 Willow, Scarlet Curls Salix × scarcuzam S130 Pollinator Short, deep green needles. 4–6” cones turn from pur- Curly leaves and twisted golden branches with scarlet the birdie! $26.00—1 gal. pot: ple or green to light brown. Round habit, spreads with stems. Color intensifies after the first frost, so if you’re ◊ S131 Orange Delight —Fruiting plant. 10’h by age. Excellent for bonsai. 3–4’h by 3–4’w Í looking for winter interest, this is the one! Popular at Í¥ 10–15’w $11.00—2 gal. pot the Lake Harriet Peace Garden. 25–30’h $18.00—2 gal. pot S132 Seven Son Tree S145 Spruce, Meyer’s Blue Picea meyeri Winterberry Ilex verticillata Heptacodium miconioides Rare spruce from the Chinese mountains with curving ı Jasmine-scented flowers appear in whorls in September, blue-green needles. Compared to Blue Spruce, it’s less Dwarf, upright, rounded, slow-growing shrub with each whorl containing seven tiny flowers. Next, each prone to pests and disease, is slower growing, and has glossy dark green foliage. Excellent for wet soils. These calyx turns cherry red, like another wave of bloom until softer needles. Good for windbreaks and privacy are cultivars of a Minnesota native. Note: Both polli- November. A bonus is the reddish-brown bark peeling screens. Tolerates a wide range of conditions from nating and fruiting plants are needed to get the charac- away in thin narrow strips to reveal attractive pale brown heavy and wet to sunny and dry. Suitable for bonsai. teristic red berries; you only need one pollinator for Plants marked ∏Ó˜¥ inner bark underneath. Native to China, but quite rare 30–50’h by 18’w Í $15.00—1 gal. pot any number of fruiting plants. with the bird icon and may no longer exist in the wild. Best in a protected $6.00—3.5” pot: Í∏ S146 Spruce, Weeping Picea breweriana are best for spot. 15’h $7.00—4” pot S160 Jim Dandy—Pollinator. 3–6’h A rare native of the northwest. Each branch is lined providing food to Smokebush Cotinus with pendulous draping branchlets. Slow growing. $7.00—3.5” pot: birds in spring Upright, spreading, loose and open shrub turning yel- 60’h Í $20.00—1 gal. pot S161 Red Sprite—Showy display of large red berries in when other foods low-red-purple in fall. The flowers are not noteworthy, winter. 2–3’h S147 Spruce, Weeping White are in low supply. but later form a 6–8” puff of “smoke,” which remains S162A Wintercreeper, Variegated ◊ effective from June through September. Can be pruned Picea glauca ‘Pendula’ Euonymus ‘Canadale Gold’ as a shrub or tree. Í∏ Extremely upright and narrow, with gray-green needles Colorful evergreen, providing bright green foliage with $8.00—4” pot: on branches that weep gracefully in skirts around the base. 12’h by 3’w at the base. Í $24.00—2 gal. pot a gold edge, turning pink-red in cold weather. Its dense S133 Grace, C. coggygria—New leaves emerge an mounding habit makes it an excellent border plant. 4’h intense wine-red and mature to dusky reddish- S148 Sumac, Fragrant by 3.5’h Í∏Ó $6.00—1 quart pot blue. Bright orange-red fall color. Deep pink pani- Rhus aromatica ‘Gro-Low’ cles in early summer. 10–15’h Witch Alder Fothergilla A low spreader with glossy dark green foliage and Blooms heavily with white fragrant bottlebrush flower $32.00—2 gal. pot: superb orange-red fall color. Profuse tiny yellow flow- ◊ spikes in spring; blooms best in sun. Fall foliage in S134 Cotton Candy, C. obovatus ‘Northstar’ — ers. Good for slopes. A low-maintenance ground cover neon hues of yellow, orange and red. Prefers moist, A new variety with fluffy pink blooms in summer that works well in all types of soil. 1–2’h Í∏ ˝˜ acidic, rich, well-drained soils. Will form colonies. and bright orange-red fall foliage. 10–15’h $4.00—4” pot Deer resistant. Í∏ S135 Snowball, Fragrant Viburnum × carlesii S149 Sumac, Tiger Eyes Rhus typhina ‘Bailtiger’ $7.00—3.5” pot: Valued for their fragrance, the flowers are pink to red- S162B Mount Airy, F. major—Summer foliage is dark Goldenleaf form of cutleaf staghorn sumac. New dish in bud and then open into white snowballs in late blue-green. 5–6’h by 4–5’w April to early May. Blue-black berries in late summer. growth is bright chartreuse, quickly changing to yel- Dark green serrated leaves turn dark red in fall. low, both colors contrasting nicely with its rosy-pink $29.00—2 gal. pot: ◊ Rounded, dense shrub with stiff, upright spreading leaf stems. Deeply cut leaflets drape downward. Fall S163 Dwarf, F. g a rd e n i i —Very compact plant. The branches. 4–6’h Í∏ $22.00—2 gal. pot color is yellow, orange and intense scarlet. 6–8’h Í∏ most vibrant fall color. 2–4’h by 2–3’w å $15.00—1 gal. pot Snowberry Symphoricarpos S164 Yellow Horn Xanthoceras sorbifolia Grows on clay and limestone soils. Excellent for wildlife. S150 Sweetfern Comptonia peregrina An upright shrub from north China, its lustrous leaves Good for erosion control. Best in full sun. Í∏Ó Although called sweetfern, it is not a fern. Fragrant turn yellow in fall. Edible nuts. Blooms early, so pro- tect the fall buds from late frosts in spring. Glorious in $4.00—3.5” pot: deep green fern-like foliage makes very nice tea. Blooms are catkins followed by bur-like fruits. Grows May when it covers itself with racemes of white flow- S136 Red Snowberry, S. orbiculatus—Native with pur- well in sand and spreads if it likes the location. 2–3’h ers. Watch their centers change day by day from green ple-red berries that persist through the winter. by 4–6’w Í∏Ó˜ $15.00—1 gal. pot through yellow to pink to red, all seen together at Good for bank plantings. Flowers are yellow- once. Adaptable to many sites except wet ones. Blooms Snowberry white, flushed with rose in June–July. Tolerant of while quite young. 20’h ÍÇ $15.00—1 gal. pot moist soils also. Prune in early spring, if needed. 3–5’h by 4–8’w ˜ S165 Yew Taxus media ‘Sunburst’ ◊ $8.00—5.25” pot: Bring your own A cool lime-green evergreen. Fine-textured foliage S137 Amethyst, S. × doorenbosii—Midsummer pink blooms, wagon… emerges gold in spring, changes to yellow-green in followed by vibrant hot pink fruit. Attractive to birds. summer. A great landscape plant that is adaptable and Dark green foliage. 3–5’h by 3–4’w you’ll be easy to grow. 7’h by 10’w Í∏¥ $8.00—4” pot glad you did! 48 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Native Wild Flowers Visa, MasterCard & Discover Key We use www.usda.org as our source for determining whether a species is native to Minnesota. North American N028 Bergamot, Wild Monarda fistulosa ß Í Full sun natives that were not present in Minnesota are located in our Perennial section (marked with a å symbol). This fragrant member of the mint family has lavender ∏ blossoms July-September. Excellent for butterflies and Part sun/part shade Native flowers are marked with the native symbol ˜ and the source of the plant stock or seed used to grow these Ó Shade moths; attracts hummingbirds. Good for tea. Seed plants is given. Those without the Minnesota symbol are selections or cultivated varieties bred from the Minnesota from Whiteside County, Ill. 24–48”h by 48”w Í ı∫Ç´˙˜ $3.00—3.5” pot ç Attractive foliage species. In those cases, the term “cultivar” or “selection” is used. ı Bird food source Many of these plants are first-season seedlings that will stay quite small their first year while they work on N029 Bishop’s Cap Mitella diphylla ß ∫ Butterfly-friendly developing their root systems, not blooming until their second season in the garden. Spikes of tiny, white, fantastically intricate flowers † Cold-sensitive: with fringed petals from April through June. Maple keep above 40°F leaf-shaped basal foliage with 3” leaves. Moist soil, Ç N001 Alum Root Heuchera richardsonii ß N014 Aster, White Woodland ◊ shade, spreading by seed or rhizomes. Seed from Culinary ∏Ó ˜ ´ Low green basal foliage and slender greenish white Aster divaricatus Crawford and Clayton counties, Wis. 6–16”h Edible flowers $3.00—3.5” pot ˝ flowers and stems. Seed from southwestern Wisconsin. Sprawling carpet of snowflakes in fall. The small but Ground cover 12–36”h Í∏ ˝˙˜ $3.00—3.5” pot ˙ numerous flowers have white single petals with yellow Black-Eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta Hummingbird-friendly centers, fading to subtle burgundy and rose-pink N002 Angelica Angelica atropurpurea ß Daisy-like flowers with yellow petals on single stems.  Medicinal shades, all colors present at once. Black, twiggy stems Biennial or short-lived perennial. Í∏∫¥ ‰ Rock garden Purple-red stems and white flowers. Grows in low for strong contrast. A must in the woodland garden. ground and makes a striking picture. Seed from west- Wisconsin source. 24–36”h by 24–48”w ∏˜ $1.50—2.5” pot: ern Wisconsin. 72”h ͘ $1.50—2.5” pot ß ˜ Minnesota native $4.00—2.5” pot N030 Irish Eyes —Flowers with bright yellow rays and green discs. Cultivar. 24–30”h å U.S. native Aster, Aromatic Aster oblongifolius Baneberry Actaea N031 Toto Gold ß—Great for container gardens. Showy, low-growing, bushy plant with hundreds of Good on wooded hillsides. Attractive cut foliage fol- ß Although the plant is dwarf, the flowers are not, Saturday restock daisy-like flowers in fall. Attractive to butterflies and lowed by stunning berries in late summer and fall. reaching 4–5” in diameter. Prolonged bloom until Ø Certified organic makes an excellent cut flower. Mounds of gray-green ***** ∏Ó¥ frost by cutting back the plant after first flower. foliage create an interesting display through the sum- ¥ Toxic to humans Cultivar. 12–15”h mer. Í∏∫ $7.00—1 quart pot: N015 Doll’s Eyes, A. pachypoda—White berries with $3.00—3.5” pot: $2.50—2.5” pot: About those black tips. Seed source outside Minnesota. 36”h N032 Seed from Allamakee County, Iowa. ß— N003 Dream of Beauty—Sugar-pink flowers with burnt ˜ 12–40”h ˜ stars… orange centers form a dense carpet in many soil Throughout, you will types, including clay. Selected in the Great Plains $9.00—4” pot: $6.00—4 plants in a pack: ˜ notice plants that are by Claude Barr. ***** 12”h N016 Red, A. rubra—Red berries. Hard to find! Seed N033 Seed from northeastern Iowa—12–40”h marked with five stars from Mille Lacs County, Minn. 18–24”h ˜ $6.00—4 plants in a pack: N034 Black-Eyed Susan, Sweet ß (★★★★★). These plants N004 N017 Beardtongue, Foxglove ß have been awarded five Seed from Central Illinois—Typical blue-lavender Rudbeckia subtomentosa flowers with yellow centers. Central Illinois seed Penstemon digitalis Large yellow flowers with shimmering red-brown cen- stars by Heger and ı˜ Whitman in the brand- source. 12–40”h Elongated, shiny green, triangular leaves ripple slightly ters. Blooms August–October. Truly an outstanding new edition of Growing N005 Aster, Big-Leaved Aster macrophyllus ß on upright, narrow plants. White to light pink tubular perennial. Attracts butterflies. Seed from central blooms on vertical stems in June. Not related to fox- Illinois. 24–72”h Í∏∫˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot Perennials in Cold Climates Native ground cover. Blue flowers, September-October glove (Digitalis); it’s so named because the flowers as one of the very best if it gets enough sun. Native to savanna and woodlands resemble miniature foxgloves. Reseeds, though not in N035 Blackberry, Dwarf Red plants available on the in rich soil. Easy to grow, but allelopathic; it creates a bad way. Hummingbird nectar. Wisconsin source. Rubus pubescens market. space for itself by poisoning its neighbor plants. Seed 24–48”h Í∏∫˙˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot This trailing berry makes a great groundcover for any from Pine County, Minn. 12–36”h Í∏Ó ı∫˝˜ moist woodland area. The thornless stems develop $3.00—3.5” pot ß N018 Beardtongue, Large-Flowered decorative white flowers followed by small tart berries. N006 Aster, Heartleaved ß Penstemon grandiflorus It is not a heavy producer, but the berries are well Aster cordifolius Sculptural lavender blooms early summer over gray- worth the work to pick. Seed from St. Louis County, green basal foliage. Prefers a dry spot. Seed from La Minn. 6–12”h Í∏ ˝˜ $7.00—4” pot Clouds of small very pale blue-violet flowers with cen- Crosse County, Wis. 24–40”h Í˙ı∫˜ ters changing from white to deep red from August N036 Liatris aspera Watch for $3.00—3.5” pot Blazing Star, Button through October, heart-shaped deep green leaves, aver- Tufts of lavender flowers loosely line the 24–36” stems age to dry soil. Wonderful cut flowers and winsome in Bee Balm Monarda didyma creating a showy flower spike. Absolutely guaranteed the birdie! the garden. Seed from Clayton County, Iowa. 24–36”h Large flower clusters in July and August. Attracts but- to attract butterflies. Seeds eaten by birds. Protect Í∏ ı∫˜ $3.00—3.5” pot terflies and hummingbirds. Best in sun with space bulbs from rodents. Blooms August to September. N007 Aster, Heath Aster ericoides ◊ around it for good air circulation. Does well in poor Quite adaptable. Seed from Grant County, S.D. soil and good soil, tolerates dry soil. Mint family; good 24–36”h Í∏ı∫˜ $6.00—4 plants in a pack Clusters of small white daisies with yellow centers for tea. These are all mildew-resistant cultivars of a explode profusely all along the stem of the plant in late native species. Í∏˙∫Ç´ N037 Blazing Star, Dotted Liatris punctata ı summer and fall, providing that last bit of color to a Narrow, horizontal leaves are interspersed with the Í $1.50—2.5” pot: garden before winter. Wisconsin source. ***** 24”h magenta-violet blooms. The most drought-tolerant N019 Panorama Red Shades ß—30”h $4.00—2.5” pot blazing star, its roots go down 7–15’. Seed from north- Aster, New England Aster novae-angliae $2.00—2.5” pot: eastern Colorado. 12–36”h ͘ N020 Jacob Cline ß—The best red flowers. ***** 48”h $6.00—4 plants in a pack Plants marked Excellent late-season color. Tolerant of wet soil, but with the bird icon happy in average soil. Í∏∫ $3.00—3.5” pot: N038 Blazing Star, Meadow N021 White ß—24–36”h are best for $2.00—2.5” pot: Liatris ligulistylis providing food to N008 Alma Potschke—Big, bushy plant adorned with $4.00—3.5” pot: Tall stalks of purple blossoms, best in moist soil and ß birds in spring hundreds of charming quarter-size star-like N022 Fireball —Red-purple clusters of tubular blos- full sun. Preferred by butterflies. Seeds eaten by birds. daisies, in rich rosy pink with bright yellow cen- soms on compact plants. 15–20”h Seed from northern Iowa. 36–60”h Í∏ ı∫˜ when other foods ß ters. Cultivar. ***** 36–48”h N023 Petite Delight —Dwarf bee balm whose flow- $6.00—4 plants in a pack are in low supply. N009 Purple Dome ß—A standout in the fall garden. ers are an eye-catching rosy pink: just watch the Performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. hummingbirds flock! Remove spent blooms to Blazing Star, Prairie Liatris pycnostachya Cultivar. ***** 18”h prolong flowering. It adapts to any moist well Densely clustered basal leaves, hairy stems, and dense N010 September Ruby—Each arching branch is covered drained soil and increases quickly. 12–15”h flower spikes of bright purple from midsummer to ear- with ruby red flowers. Cultivar. 48”h N024 Petite Wonder ß—Lovely clear pink flowers in ly autumn. Best in full sun. Í∏ July. From Manitoba. 9–12”h $6.00—4 plants in a pack: $2.50—2.5” pot: N025 Raspberry Wine ß—Wine-colored flowers. ***** N011 Seed from Winona County, Minn.—Lavender, N039 Eureka—A selection that is taller and breathtak- 24–36”h pink or violet blossoms. 24–60”h ı˜ ing in the garden. Great for cut flowers. Reddish- N026 Bee Balm, Spotted ß purple flowers on long spikes. 60”h N012 Aster, Sky Blue Aster azureus ß Monarda punctata $6.00—4 plants in a pack: A best bet for late season beauty and drama. From Rosy whorls around tall stems, actual flowers are pink N040 Seed from Mower County, Minn.—24–48”h ˜ August-October, dozens of 1” lavender to deep blue, to yellow with purple spots. Aromatic. Self-sowing yellow-eyed daisies are held in large sprays (10–25 in a Bloodroot Sanguinaria canadensis biennial. Prefers well-drained sandy soils. Native to bunch). Thrives in dry soil but is even more gorgeous prairie and savanna. Seed from Allamakeee County, White blooms in earliest spring. Widely grown in wild in rich garden soil. Seed from Kenosha County, Wis. Í∏ ∫˙˜ gardens. The roots are used for dye, hence the name. Í∏ ı∫˜ Iowa. 12–36”h $3.00—3.5” pot 12–48”h $3.00—3.5” pot 6–9”h Í∏Óı˜¥ N027 Campanula americana N013 Aster, Smooth Blue Aster laevis Bellflower, Tall $5.00—3.5” pot: Blue star flowers on tall spikes in late summer, not One of the most versatile, appealing, and longest-lived N041 Ramsey County plant source bell-like. Self-seeding biennial, not weedy like the of all the asters. The attractive blue-green foliage is $6.00—4.5” pot: unfortunately ubiquitous European creeping bell- silky smooth. Flowers in profusion late in the season. ß flower. Seed from Winona County, Minn. 24–72”h N042 Wisconsin plant source, S. canadensis Plant in full sun for a stunning floral display. Seed from Í∏ ˜ $6.00—4 plants in a pack Winona County, Minn. ***** 36–60”h Í∏ ı∫˜ See also DOUBLE BLOODROOT, page 6 $6.00—4 plants in a pack Blue-Eyed Grass Sisyrinchium Delicate, late-spring bloomer. Looks like a grass, but then delicate blue blossoms appear. Í∏ $2.00—2.5” pot: N043 Stout Blue-Eyed Grass, S. angustifolium ß— Commercial seed source. 4–12”h ˜ Blazing Star www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 49 Native Wild Flowers

Blue-Eyed Grass continued Butterfly Weed, Pink Asclepias incarnata PACKAGED NATIVE PLANT GARDENS $3.00—3.5” pot: Absolutely beautiful deep rose-pink flowers in large N044 Prairie Blue-Eyed Grass,, S. campestre ß—Seed umbels. Superb cut flowers, and of course butterflies Four plants each of 12 varieties, selected to make a great native planting! from Columbia County, Wis. 4–12”h ˜ find them irresistible. Very long blooming, with the Seed from Minnesota. aroma of buttercream frosting. Íı∫¥ N045 Bluebells, Virginia ß N051 Butterfly Garden $6.00—4 plants in a pack: ı Mertensia virginica ˜ Butterfly Weed , Narrow-leaf Purple Coneflower, Black-eyed Susan, Purple N056 Seed from Kandiyohi County—36–48”h ı ı Blooms in spring, then disappears. Pink buds open to Prairie Clover, Smooth Blue Aster , Sky Blue Aster , Ironweed, Early $6.00—4.5” pot: ı ı lavender-blue bells. Good with daylilies or hosta. Sunflower, Wild Bergamot , Hoary Vervain, New England Aster , Button ß ˜ ı Í∏˜ Wisconsin source. 12–24”h Í∏Ó ı˜ N057 Seed from Jelitto —40”h Blazing Star . 12 4–packs $59.00 $6.00—4.5” pot Cardinal Flower Lobelia cardinalis N173 Raingarden N046 Bog Rosemary Blooms mid to late summer. Spikes of scarlet blossoms Plant a raingarden in low-lying area in the yard or where gutters empty. This Andromeda glaucophylla ‘Arctic Pink’ that attract hummingbirds. Best in partial shade and combination of plants is perfect for a raingarden in a fairly sunny site. Pink moist rich soil. Í∏∫˙˜¥ Evergreen shrub with narrow dark green leathery Butterfly Weed ı, New England Aster ı, Joe Pye Weed ı, Boneset, Helen’s leaves. Clusters of small urn-shaped white to pink $3.00—3.5” pot: Flower, Blue Flag Iris, Cardinal Flower, Blue Vervain, Culver’s Root, Prairie flowers in late spring. Bogs and wet acid soil. Luce N058 Seed from Bremer County, Iowa ß—24–36”h Blazing Star ı, Bristly Sedge, Little Bluestem ı. Í∏˜ 12 4–packs $59.00 County, Michigan, source (Upper Peninsula). 12–24”h $6.00—4 plants in a pack: Í∏ ˜¥ $9.00—1 gal. pot N059 Seed northeastern Iowa—24–36”h ß◊ N047 Boneset Eupatorium perfoliatum Cinquefoil, Woody Potentilla N067 Coneflower, Narrow-leafed ß Tall with pink blossoms July–September. Interesting Cinquefoils may be common in landscaping, but these Echinacea angustifolia leaf texture with leaves pierced by the stem (perforated Í varieties are out of the ordinary. Large pink daisies with turned back petals, July. Most foliage, hence specific name). Prefers the wetter end of $2.00—2.5” pot: highly prized of the coneflowers for its medicinal quali- the garden or edge of pond. Excellent nectar for bees ties. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Prefers and butterflies. 36” Í¥ $3.00—3.5” pot N060 Wooly, P. megalantha—A mound of fuzzy straw- berry-like leaves and bright yellow flowers. dry, sandy, well-drained soil. Upper Midwest seed Brown-Eyed Susan Rudbeckia triloba 10–12”h ‰˜ source. 12–24”h Í∏ ∫˙˜ $3.00—3.5” pot Easy to grow, blooms second year. Short-lived perenni- N061 Wineleaf, P. tridentata—Loose clusters of dainty N068 Coneflower, Pale Purple ß white buttercup flowers in June and glossy leaves al with smaller flowers than black-eyed Susan, but Echinacea pallida blooms more heavily. Use this plant to create some that turn wine and bronze in autumn. Source major excitement in your landscape. Í∏∫¥ from northern Minnesota. 3–6”h by 12–15”w Lavender blooms June/July. Tolerates drier soils. Fair ∫˜ for butterflies. Seed from northern Illinois. 24–48”h $3.00—3.5” pot: Í∏ ∫˜ $3.00—3.5” pot N048 Seed from northeastern Iowa ß—Yellow flowers Columbine, Wild Aquilegia canadensis Ratibida pinnata with dark centers July–October. Self-sows. Red and yellow blossoms in late spring. Easy to grow. N069 Coneflower, Yellow ˜ Attracts butterflies. 24–60”h Excellent nectar source for hummingbirds. Does well One of the most strikingly beautiful of all wild flowers. $6.00—4.5” pot: in dappled shade. Good for edge of woodland or partly Large yellow flowers bloom in profusion in heat of N049 Prairie Glow—Profuse 2.5” gold and burgundy shaded hillside. Does well in moist or dry, flower bor- summer. Blooms July–September. Easy to grow. Seed Í∫˜ daisy flowers are a bi-color variety of the native der, or rock garden. Í∏Óı∫´˙‰ from Stearns County, Minn. 36–72”h $6.00—4 plants in a pack prairie flower. Can be made more compact by $2.00—2.5” pot: pinching it back in May. 36–48”h by 36”w N062 Little Lantern ß—Compact and floriferous culti- N070 Coreopsis, Prairie Coreopsis palmata N050 Bunchberry Cornus canadensis var of the native red and yellow columbine. 18”h Yellow daisy-like blossoms in July. Aggressive, spreads A great native groundcover. The shortest member of $3.00—3.5” pot: by rhizomes to form dense patches. Common on origi- the dogwood family, bunchberry has very showy clus- N063 Seed from Winona County, Minn. ß— nal prairies. Easy to grow. Tolerates dry conditions. Í∏ ∫˜ ters of orange berries in summer. and red fall color. 24–36”h ˜ Seed from Wisconsin. 16–36”h $6.00—4 plants in a pack Slow growing, but a must-have for woodland gardens N064 Compass Plant Silphium laciniatum and restorations. Prefers acid soil. From eastern Maine N071 Culver’s Root ß 4–10”h Í∏ ˝˜¥ $7.00—4” pot Yellow flowers June-September with huge, attractive leaves that point north and south. Tolerates drier soils. Veronicastrum virginicum Butterfly Weed Asclepias tuberosa An excellent choice for a large-scale wildflower garden. Tall and stately with big, dramatic spikes of white flow- Clusters of bright flowers followed by puffy seed pods. Fair for butterflies. Seed from Minnesota, Iowa, or ers July–August. Seed from McHenry, Ill. 72”h Í∏˜ Best in dry soils and full sun. Very attractive to butter- Illinois. 72–120”h Í∏ ∫˜ $3.00—3.5” pot $3.00—3.5” pot flies. Late to break dormancy in spring, so mark the Coneflower, Green-headed N072 Cup Plant Silphium perfoliatum spot where you plant it! ***** Í∏ı∫Â¥ Rudbeckia laciniata Huge leaves catch water at stem joint. There’s nothing $1.50—2.5” pot: like seeing a goldfinch bathing in one of these naturally ß Yellow reflexed petals with greenish disk. Blooms late N052 Gay Butterflies —Mixed reds and yellows. July though October. Native to prairie, savanna, and occuring bird baths! Yellow flowers for an extended Cultivar. 24”h Í∏Ó¥∫ period in later summer. An impressive prairie plant ß woodlands. Spreads. N053 Seed from the upper Midwest —Clear, rich that reseeds freely. Seed from northeastern Illinois. ˜ $3.00—3.5” pot: orange. 24”h 48–96”h Í∏ ˜ $3.00—3.5” pot N065 Seed from McHenry, Ill. ß—72–120”h ˜ $2.50—2.5” pot: Ferns see box below N054 Hello Yellow—Showy bright yellow flowers. $5.00—3.5” pot: Cultivar. 30”h N066 Double—Showy 3–6” light yellow double daisies bloom from summer until fall. Requires staking. $6.00—4 plants in a pack: Cultivar. 72”h N055 Seed from the upper Midwest. ß—Clear, rich orange. 24”h ˜ Ferns N074 Bulblet Cystopteris bulbifera Lady continued N083 Purple Royal ß Curly green bulblets form on the underside of the leaves; $5.00—3.5” pot: Osmunda regalis ‘Purpurescens’ these drop off to become baby ferns. In nature, this grows on N078 Lady in Red, var. angustum ß—Burgundy stems contrast- Lovely purplish red stripes. Horticultural source. ***** shady limestone outcrops, which is good news if you garden ed with green fronds. Best color begins to be seen in the 36–48”h Í∏ ˜ $6.00—4.5” pot ∏Ó ˝˜¥ on alkaline soil. From Ramsey County. 12–30”h second year. Cultivar. ***** 30–36”h ß $5.00—3.5” pot N084 Sensitive Onoclea sensibilis $6.00—2.5” pot: ß ◊ Spreading colonies of smooth, upright fronds. Horticultural N075 Cinnamon Osmunda cinnamomea N079 Victoriae —A favorite ever since Victoria was queen, source. Goes dormant at 40°F (hence the name). 12–36”h One of our most majestic native ferns. Grows in boggy and this lady’s narrow leaflets with their extra frilly tips form Í∏Ó ˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot intricate crosses all along the fronds. 18–24”h ˜ swampy areas, but happy in a well-drained garden, too. Soon ß after the foliage appears in spring, erect, golden yellow, fertile $6.00—4.5” pot: N085 True Ostrich Matteuccia struthiopteris fronds emerge from the center of the crown. Horticultural N080 Mrs. Frizell’s, A. filix-femina ‘Frizelliae’ ß—Also called Vase-shaped fern with huge leaves like ostrich plumes. Grow source. ***** 36–60”h Í∏˝˜ $8.00—1 gal. pot the Tatting Fern. Leaflets have been reduced to rounded in moist shade in a woodland garden, in a damp border, or at the edge of a pond. Vigorous, spreading by rhizomes. Native N076 Interrupted Osmunda claytoniana ß lobes along the mid rib, resembling tatting (hand-made lace). First found in Ireland. Cultivar. 8–12”h to U.S., Europe and Asia. Syn. M. pensylvanica. Horticultural Similar in appearance to cinnamon fern. Prefers moist soil, but source. ***** 36–60”h Í∏Ó ˝˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot will tolerate drought and planting on hillsides. Horticultural $10.00—4.5” pot: ß source. 36–48”h ∏˜ $8.00—1 gal. pot N081 Dre’s Dagger —Thin, deep green fronds that are often Wood Dryopteris criss-crossed, terminating with a small crest. Sport of A striking border fern. Grow in a protected, moist site. Í∏˝ Lady Athyrium filix-femina ‘Victoriae’. ***** 18”h $6.00—4.5” pot: Bright green fronds. Vigorous. Prefers moist rich soil, but is N082 Maidenhair Adiantum pedatum ß N086 Goldie’s Giant, D. goldiana ß—Tufts of long pale green tolerant of sun and drought. ***** Í∏Ó˝ Delicate green foliage in fan-like fronds. Water during fronds. Horticultural source. ***** 48”h by 24”w ˜ $3.00—3.5” pot: drought. Horticultural source. ***** 12–24”h Í∏Ó ˝˜ $8.00—1 gal. pot: N077 Horticultural source ß—24–36”h ˜ $3.00—3.5” pot N087 Eastern Wood Fern, D. marginalis ß—Evergreen, cool dusty-blue fronds. Horticultural source. 18–30”h ˜ 50 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Native Wild Flowers Visa, MasterCard & Discover Key N088 Fire Pink Silene virginica ◊ N099 Hyssop, Anise Agastache foeniculum ß N110 Jacob’s Ladder Polemonium reptans ß Í Full sun The bright crimson to pink flowers can bloom for a Very fragrant purple flowers July–August. Attracts but- Very pretty light blue, bell-shaped flowers in loose ∏ Part sun/part shade month or longer. Native to rich woodlands and rocky terflies and goldfinches favor the seeds. Aromatic clusters appear on sprawling stems in mid to late Ó Shade slopes, it requires a well-drained soil in light to medi- leaves used for tea. Vigorous. Seed from the upper spring. The foliage looks fresh and green all through um shade. Short-lived, it will often self-sow in open Midwest. 24–36”h Í∏∫Ǵ˜ $3.00—3.5” pot the growing season. Likes moist soil. Seed from soil. 12–24”h by 12”w∏ $4.00—2.5” pot Clayton County, Iowa, and Winona County, Minn. ç Attractive foliage ß N100 Hyssop, Purple Giant 18”h ∏Ó ˜ $3.00—3.5” pot ı Bird food source N089 Gentian, Bottle Gentiana andrewsii Agastache scrophulariifolia See more JACOB’S LADDER in perennials, page 17 ∫ Butterfly-friendly Clusters of closed blue flowers, August-October, are a Crowded spikes of pale purple flowers mixed with pale † Cold-sensitive: striking shade that almost glows. Prefers damp soil. green bracts from July through September. Large, fra- Joe Pye Weed Eupatorium Í∏˜ keep above 40°F Seed from southeastern Minnesota. 18–30”h grant leaves end just below the flower spikes. Spreads Incredibly popular in cutting-edge European gardens. $6.00—4 plants in a pack Ç Culinary well (it’s in the mint family). Seed from Houston Moist soil. Í∫Â¥ County, Minn. 48–60”h Í∏ ∫˜ $3.00—3.5” pot ´ Edible flowers N090 Geranium, Wild Geranium maculatum ß $3.00—3.5” pot: ˝ Ground cover Attractive small lavender-pink flowers with blooms N101 Indian Paintbrush ß N111 Sweet Joe Pye, E. purpureum ß—Tall, with pink ˙ Hummingbird-friendly from April–July. Excellent for garden borders and Castilleja coccinea blossoms, July–September. Aromatic. Excellent nectar for bees and butterflies. Seed from Winona  Medicinal massing. Red fall color. Seed from Allamakee County, A dense cluster of beautiful leafy bracts are like bril- Í∏Óı˜ County, Minn. 84”h ˜ ‰ Iowa. 18–30”h $3.00—3.5” pot liant blooms in shades of orange, red, or sometimes Rock garden N112 Wild Joe Pye, seed from Iowa, E. maculatum ß— yellow on this beloved wildflower which is also an Ginger, Wild Asarum canadense Tall and stately with pink panicles. 72–100”h ı˜ important source of nectar for hummingbirds. Seed ˜ Minnesota native Aromatic ground cover. Dark maroon and beige flow- from Aitkin County, Minn. 18–24”h Í∏ ˙˜ $3.00—4” pot: å ers hide under leaves in the spring. Í∏Ó˝´Â˜¥ U.S. native $3.00—3.5” pot N113 Gateway, E. purpureum ß—Wine-colored stems $3.00—3.5” pot: N102 Indigo, Cream Wild with dusty rose flower heads. Compact and stur- ß ß Saturday restock N091 Winona County, Minn., source —4–6”h Baptisia leucophaea dy cultivar. 48–72”h Ø Certified organic $4.00—4” pot: Blue-green, pea-like foliage, this early flowering N114 Kinnikinnick ¥ Toxic to humans N092 Ramsey County source—4–6”h species is adorned with long spikes of creamy yellow Arctostaphyllos uva-ursi flowers that are held horizontally. Particularly effective N093 Goldenrod, Golden Baby Popular native evergreen groundcover. Flat growing, when planted on top of a rock wall where the flowers About those Solidago canadensis ‘Golden Baby’ small, glossy, bright green leaves that turn red in fall. can be viewed at eye level. Seed from Faribault County, stars… Abundant pinkish white flowers, followed by red fruit. Shorter variation of the golden native makes a great Mo. 18”h Í∏ ˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot Throughout, you will cut flower. Forms a compact clump of celosia-like Native to sandy areas, so good drainage is important. Í∏˝ notice plants that are spikes August through October. This cultivar is not an N103 Indigo, Dwarf Amorpha nana Michigan plant source. 6–9”h by 36”w marked with five stars aggressive spreader like its native parent. 24” Í∏¥ Fine-textured foliage capped with attractive spikes of $6.00—4” pot (★★★★★). These plants $5.00—3.5” pot purple flowers. A worthy plant for the low water land- N115 Larkspur, Tall Delphinium exaltatum have been awarded five ß scape. Dry, well drained soils in full sun. Blooms N094 Goldenrod, Showy Blue-flowered native of woodland glades, preferring stars by Heger and May–July. Midwestern seed source. 24”h ͘ Solidago speciosa bright to average shade. Seed from Ohio. 36–72”h Í∏ Whitman in the brand- $2.50—2.5” pot new edition of Growing Graceful long cones of densely clustered yellow mini- ˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot flowers on reddish stems with olive-green foliage. Perennials in Cold Climates N104 Indigo, False Amorpha fruticosa N116 Leadplant Amorpha canescens as one of the very best Blooms August–October. Probably the nicest golden- Loose, airy shrub which often forms dense thickets. Small gray-green shrub with dense spikes of violet- plants available on the rod for sunny locations. Seed from northeastern Iowa Fine-textured foliage on the upper third of the plant. Í∏ ı˜¥ blue flowers in June-August. Nicely textured foliage. market. and southeastern Minnesota. 24–36”h Small purple flowers in narrow, 3–6” spikes from April Tolerates drier soils. Seed from Ramsey County, Minn. $3.00—3.5” pot to June. Useful from the dry prairie to the bog garden. 24–48”h Íı∫˜ $3.00—3.5” pot Grass of Parnassus see rare plants, page 6 Midwestern seed source. 72–120”h Í∏ ˜ $6.00—1 quart pot N117 Lily, Michigan Lilium michiganense N095 Harebells Campanula rotundifolia Orange turban-shaped blooms with brown spots. A delicate plant with purple bellflowers in clusters. N105 Indigo, White Wild ß Rescued from development in Lakeville, Minn. Prefers drier soils. Native to prairie, savanna, and Baptisia leucantha 48–60”h Í∏ ı∫˜ $3.00—3.5” pot woodland edges in northern North America, Europe, Easy to grow in average to dry soils; drought tolerant. and Asia. These may be small at the time of the sale. Small, white, pea-like flowers in late spring on tall, N118 Lily, Prairie Lilium philadelphicum Í∏ ˜ Seed from central Minnesota. 4–20”h dark stems above bluish-green leaves. Attractive seed One of the truly showy woodland species, usually $6.00—4 plants in a pack pods. Seed from southeastern Minnesota. 36–48”h Í found in relatively dry sites. Features 2” deep orange Helen’s Flower Helenium autumnale ˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot blooms with purplish-brown spots. Seed from Burnet Í∏ ∫˜ Reflexed daisies with jagged-edged petals. Thrives in N106 Iris, Northern Blue Flag ß County, Wis. 12–36”h $9.00—4 plants in a pack damp soil. Nicknamed “sneezeweed” because the dried Iris versicolor leaves were once used to make snuff—not because it Large showy flowers brighten sunny marsh areas in N119 Lobelia, Great Blue Lobelia siphilitica aggravates allergies. It grows beautifully in the garden early summer. Seed from Winnebago County, Wis. Bright-blue lipped flowers, July-September. Prefers and is great for clay soil. Í∏∫Â¥ 18–30”h Í∏ ı˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot moist soil, but adapts well to the garden. Good for $2.00—2.5” pot: ß stream banks or damp woods. Attracts hummingbirds. N096 Helena Red—Bright red, edged with golden yel- N107 Ironweed Vernonia fasciculata Seed from Winona County, Wis. 24–36”h Í∏ı˙˜¥ low. The raised centers are dusted with gold for a Tall plants with bright reddish-purple flowers $6.00—4 plants in a pack stunning effect. Cultivar. 48”h July–September. Average to moist soil. Seed from Í∏ ˜ N124 Lupine, Wild Lupinus perennis ß $6.00—4 plants in a pack: Whiteside County, Ill. 48–72”h $3.00—3.5” pot Showy clear-blue pea-like blossoms, May and June. N097 Seed from Winona County, Minn.—Yellow petals Excellent for butterflies, both for nectar and caterpil- with yellow-green centers. 48–60”h ˜ Jack-in-the-Pulpit Arisaema triphyllum lars. Wild lupine is the only food for larvae of the N098 Hepatica One of the easiest native plants to cultivate. Native to endangered Karner Blue butterfly. Rabbits also love to Ironweed savanna and woodlands in neutral soil. Tuberous root Very sweet in the woodland garden, with lavender, eat wild lupine. Must have sandy soil. Tolerates drier burns mouth severely if tasted. 24–36”h Í∏Ó¥ white, pink or blue flowers in April. Liver-colored conditions. Goes dormant after seed. Fewer flowers in leaves persist through winter. 5”h ∏Ó $3.00—3.5” pot: shade. Seed from Crawford County, Wis. 12–24”h ߘ Í∏Ó ∫˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot $10.00—4.5” pot: N108 From Grant County, S.D. N098A Round-Lobed, H. americana ˜ $6.00—4.5” pot: N125 Marsh Marigold Caltha palustris ߘ $12.00—6 plants in a pack: N109 Wisconsin source Bright yellow buttercup-type blooms in early spring. N098B Sharp-Lobed, H. acutiloba—Mille Lacs County Native to swamps and brooksides throughout our area. source. ˜ Grows in prairie, savanna and woodland, but requires year-round moisture. Readily cultivated in a wet gar- den soil or containers. Seed from Washington County, Caterpillar Ranching with Native Plants Minn. 4–16”h Í∏ ˜¥ $6.00—4 plants in a pack N126 May Flower Maianthemum canadense BY VAL CUNNINGHAM Short stems of offset leaves topped with clusters of 12 onarch caterpillar ranching is easy, and inspires whole families to become involved. to 25 star-shaped white flowers. Spreads by rhizomes, fun and a great learning experience Monarchs lay their eggs only on milkweed so will form a nice colony. Use to underplant trees. Seed from Carlton County, Minn. 4–8”h ∏Ó ˝˜ Mfor everyone. There’s no down side— and caterpillars eat only milkweed leaves, so $12.00—6 plants in a pack if you bring caterpillars indoors to raise, you’ll milkweed is what you’ll need. The kinds you’ll N127 Meadow Rue, Early ß actually be helping Mother Nature, because find most often are common milkweed Thalictrum dioicum their survival rate outdoors is very low: less (Asclepias syriaca), with the big, rounded A spring favorite. The flowers have an unusual form— You’ll need: than 10 percent vs. nearly 100 percent when leaves, or butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa and • a large container like little jellyfish in pale green, purple, and yellow. raised indoors. This is one area where “interfer- Asclepias incarnata), with thin, spiky leaves. The drooping stamens sway in the slightest breeze. with a breathable lid ing” with nature is actually encouraged. Many garden stores and native plant April–May bloom time. Seed from the Upper Midwest. • small containers ∏Ó Â˜ Photo by Val Cunningham Photo by Val 8–28”h $3.00—3.5” pot to hold water The whole process, from egg to emergent nurseries—and the Friends School Plant Sale— • milkweed stems butterfly, takes about a month, costs very little sell milkweed and butterflyweed plants. • monarch eggs or Read the whole article, with complete instructions and links to more info, caterpillars on our website at www.friendsschoolplantsale.com/monarchs www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 51 Native Wild Flowers N128 Meadow Rue, Purple ß N143 Pearly Everlasting Thalictrum dasycarpum Anaphalis margaritacea Prickly Pear ÍÇ Tall purple stems. Creamy flowers, June and July. Seed Silver-gray foliage and everlasting snow-white blos- from Jackson and La Crosse counties, Wis. 72”h Í∏ soms. Beautiful border plant. Easy. Horticultural N159 Eastern Opuntia humifusa Plains Opuntia polycantha ı˜ Í∏ ˜∫ $3.00—3.5” pot source. 12–18”h $1.50—2.5” pot Forms flat, blue-green, spiny pads Spreading mats. 6–8”h by 12”w N129 Merrybells Uvularia grandiflora N144 Petunia, Wild Ruellia humilis ß with yellow cactus flowers in June and $8.00—4.5” pot: July. Dry soil. Wisconsin seed source. Clump-forming perennial. Bright yellow nodding Purple flowers with new blooms every afternoon. N164 Claude Barr* red—From south- $8.00—4.5” pot blooms with twisted petals. Easy and desirable for cul- Prefers dry areas. Desirable for the sunny wild garden. eastern Colorado. Reddish tivation. Ramsey County source. 12–24”h Ó˜ Blooms mid to late summer. Seed from Ogle County, N160 Grasslands blooms. $5.00—4” pot Illinois. 6–24”h Í∫˜ $6.00—4 plants in a pack Opuntia cymochila N165 Crystal Tide—White flowers with red filaments. N130 Mexican Hat Ratibida columnifera From Knox County, Nebraska. Yellow Phlox, Garden Phlox paniculata N166 Orange flowered—From Claude Colorful sombreros of mahogany and yellow. A bienni- flowers; heavy bloomer. 12”h å Cultivated varieties with spectacular, colorful blooms Barr. The earliest blooming al cousin of the yellow coneflower. Seed wild-gathered $8.00—4.5” pot valued for their late season color. Very floriferous; Plains Prickly Pear. by Prairie Moon. 24–36”h Í∏∫˜ excellent cut flower. Nectar attracts day-flying sphinx N167 Pink with dark center $6.00—4 plants in a pack Little Opuntia fragilis moths (hummingbird-like moths). Plant with shasta Grows on exposed granite outcrop- N168 Smithwick N131 Milkweed, Poke Asclepias exaltata ß daisies, coneflowers, blazing star, lilies, and grasses. pings. Accompanies moss, so it’s a Opuntia ‘Smithwick’ White blooms in June and July. Normal to dry soil. We have chosen varieties with good mildew resistance. cactus that likes water! Probably the Í∏∫˙ From Claude Barr. Small, yellow flow- Great for butterflies. Seed from Clayton County, Iowa. tiniest prickly pear. 36–72”h Í∏ ı∫˜¥ $3.00—3.5” pot $2.00—2.5” pot: ers with red centers. Prolific grower. $4.00—3.5” pot: May be a hybrid between O. polycantha N145 Bright Eyes ß—Pink with a red eye. ***** 36”h N132 Milkweed, Showy Asclepias speciosa N161 From St. Cloud ◊˜ and O. fragilis. 4–6”h N146 Darwin’s Joyce ß—Variegated leaves with pink $6.00—3.5” pot A tall milkweed that will not spread invasively like the flowers with a dark eye. 25”h ç $6.00—3.5” pot: common milkweed (A. syriaca). It has softly felted gray N162 From Dunn County, * Claude Barr (1887–1982) was a South Dakota $3.00—3.5” pot: cattle rancher and eminent Plains plantsman. leaves and dramatically structured pink flowers that ß Wisconsin—Yellow flowers are sweetly fragrant. Attracts butterflies and bees. N147 David —Very fragrant, pure white, long bloom May–July. 4–6”h by 8–10”w ˜ He supplied Great Plains seeds, plants, and information to the gardening world for years. Average to dry soil. Midwestern seed source. 48”h time. 2002 Perennial Plant of the Year. One of the N163 Thornless, O. fragilis denudata U of M’s Tough and Terrific perennials. ***** His Jewels of the Plains is still the best reference Í∏ı∫˜¥ $2.50—2.5” pot ◊—The spineless pads of this to plains wildflowers and their cultivation. 30–60”h ∫ ◊ ß diminutive mat-forming cactus N133 Milkweed, Sullivan’s N148 Little Laura —Purple with a dark eye. 25”h bear brilliant yellow flowers in Asclepias sullivanti N149 Orange Perfection ß—Reddish-orange. 30”h ß June. 4–6”h Similar to common milkweed (A. syriaca), but less N150 Red Riding Hood —Deep pink. The better to aggressive and with slightly smaller flowers. Visited by see it with. ***** 20”h hummingbirds and a wide variety of bees and butter- $6.00—4.5” pot: Purple Prairie Clover continued Í ß flies (including Monarchs). Wisconsin source. 36”h N151 Sherbet Blend —Fragrant large clusters of pas- $6.00—4 plants in a pack: ∫˙˜ $7.00—3.5” pot tel pink and white flowers with chartreuse edges N170 Seed from Polk County, Minn.—12–36”h ˜ (a first for phlox) emerge from chartreuse buds in N134 Milkweed, Whorled chocolate-maroon bracts, The effect is rather like N171 Pussytoes Antennaria plantaginifolia ß Asclepias verticillata a hydrangea. 24–48”h Low, gray-green almost succulent-appearing foliage. Sweet-scented white flowers and long needle-like N152 Phlox, Prairie Phlox pilosa White flowers like little “cat paws” rise up over the leaves make this wildflower a petite enchanter. Thrives foliage in spring to early summer. Spreads by rhizomes, in poor, dry soil and multiplies rapidly. Seed from Broad heads of deep pink flowers. Very nice wild tolerates drought. Best in full sun. Seed from Winona Í ı∫˜¥ Washington County, Minn. 12–24”h flower for restorations and perennial gardens. Blooms County, Minn. 1–4”h Í∏ ˜˝ ‰ $3.00—3.5” pot $6.00—4 plants in a pack May, June and July. Seed from Iowa. 18–24”h Í∏ ˜ ß N135 Mint, Mountain ß $6.00—4 plants in a pack N172 Queen of the Prairie Filipendula rubra Pycnanthemum virginianum Phlox, Woodland Phlox divaricata Huge; rarely requires support. Peach-pink tiny flowers Prickly Pear Numerous clusters of white blossoms (often with pur- Good spreader. for the shade border or wildflower gar- on red stems. Evenly moist soil; may be aggressive in ple dots) bloom June to September with a great mint den. Very floriferous and the foliage stays nice. The garden soils. Blooms June–July. Seed from Henry aroma. A magnet for butterflies. Can be used for tea perfect groundcover for underplanting spring bulbs, County, Ind. 72–96”h Í∏ ˜ $6.00—1 quart pot and to flavor food. Put it in your garden for fragrance. but not aggressive. May to June blooms. Moist, well- Í∏∫ǘ Seed from Winona County, Minn. 12–36”h drained soil. Í∏˝ Ramps see page 24 $3.00—3.5” pot $2.00—2.5” pot: N174 Rattlesnake Master ß N136 Mint, Wild Mentha arvensis N153 ß Laphamii —Blue flowers. Minnesota seed Eryngium yuccifolium Perennial that prefers moist conditions. Flowers source. 8–12”h ˜ July–September. Used in teas and desserts. Seed from N154 Plum Perfect ß—An enchanting woodsy plant. Dramatic greenish-white prickly blossoms July– Í∏ Ç Prairie Moon. 6–24”h Fragrant, light plum-purple flower with dark vio- September. Provides a great garden accent. Can play $6.00—4 plants in a pack let-purple eye. Cultivar. 10–14”h the same role in the garden as sea holly or globe this- tle. Best in full sun. Seed from southeastern N137 Monkey Flower Mimulus ringens $6.00—4.5” pot: Minnesota. 36–60”h Í∏˜ $3.00—3.5” pot N155 Mary Helen ß—Indigo flowers softly streaked Low, creeping habit. Small, rounded leaves rooting at ß nodes. Excellent as a pond edge or groundcover. Small with deep magenta for an overall violet blue N175 Royal Catchfly Silene regia blue flowers in summer. Seed from Winona County, appearance. Cultivar. 12–15”h Red blooms, July–August. Does well in garden. Seed Í∏ ˜ Í∏˜ Minn. 12–36”h $6.00—4 plants in a pack N156 Poppy, Wood ß from Iowa. 18–24”h Merrybells $6.00—4 plants in a pack N138 New Jersey Tea Stylophorum diphyllum Ceanothus americanus A nice spot of bright yellow in the late spring/early N176 Rue Anemone Anemonella thalictroides Dense foliage and white blooms June–July, followed by summer woodland. Fuzzy green flower buds before White to light pink flowers last all through spring, flat-topped seed clusters. Attractive to bees and butter- blooming, and pleasant long-lasting foliage after bloom April–June. Finely divided, fern-like foliage. May go flies. Midwestern seed source. 24–36”h by 36–60”w time. Seed from Prairie Moon. 12–18”h Í∏Ó ˜ dormant after blooming. Ramsey County source. Í∏ ∫˜ $2.50—2.5” pot $3.00—3.5” pot 4–10”h ∏Ó˜‰¥ $5.00—3.5” pot N139 Obedient Plant ß Prairie Smoke Geum triflorum N177 Rue Anemone, False Physostegia virginiana ‘Rose Crown’ Not enough can be said about this beautiful, all-season Isopyrum biternatum Late summer vivid pink blooms on spreading plants. plant. Nodding, pink, early spring flowers are followed White five-petaled flowers held over green leaves in Very easy care and colorful, but best in a location by feathery, long-lasting seed heads. Showy clumps of early April–June. Forms carpets in woodland gardens. where they cannot crowd out other plants; interplant dark green foliage turn burgundy in fall. Adapts to a Prefers rich, moist soil and dappled shade, but adapt- with native grasses to reduce spreading. Easier to con- variety of sites. Spreads by rhizomes. Seeds eaten by able to other soils. Spring ephemeral; dies back in Í∏ trol in lower sunlight. Cultivar. 36”h Í∏Ó birds. summer. Seed from Mille Lacs County, Minn. 6”h ∏Ó $1.50—2.5” pot $6.00—4 plants in a pack: ˜ $12.00—6 plants in a pack N140 Onion, Nodding Allium cernuum N157 Seed from Stevens County, Minn.—6–13”h ˜ N178 Sage, Prairie Lavender drooping onion flowers. An edible perennial $6.00—4.5” pot: Artemisia ludoviciana ‘Valerie Finnis’ that will reseed nicely. Seed from northern Illinois. N158 Horticultural source—These plants are a year A good cultivar for the border. Silver-white leaves, 24”h Í∏ Ç´˜ ˜ $6.00—4 plants in a pack older with much larger roots. 6–13”h topped in late spring with 8” narrow gray flower N141 Onion, Prairie Allium stellatum Prickly Pear see box, above right spikes. Thrives in a very dry sunny spot. Tolerates a Í∏¥ A very nice, well-behaved onion. Lavender blooms in “hair cut” if it gets unruly. ***** 18–24”h Purple Prairie Clover Dalea purpurea $2.00—2.5” pot July and August. Seed from Winona County, Minn. Prairie Phlox 10–20”h Í∏Ç´˜ $6.00—4 plants in a pack Slender stems with lacy foliage are topped with long, lavender-purple flower heads July–September. Grows Orchids, Native including Lady Slippers, well in most soils. Fair for butterflies and an excellent see rare plants, page 6 cover crop for wildlife. Grows in association with lead- plant. Í∏∫ We’d love to see photos N142 Pasque Flower, Native ß $3.00—2.5” pot: of your plants! Anemone patens N169 Stephanie—Bright flowers on compact bushy Fragrant, pale violet blooms on feathery foliage in plants with as many as 40 stalks per plant. A Please send them to April and May. Easy. Seed from Becker County, Minn. great selection of the Minnesota native with dark- [email protected] or share them on Í Â˜¥ 8–14”h $6.00—4 plants in a pack er green foliage. 15–18”h Facebook, www.facebook.com/plantsale 52 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com We accept cash, checks, Amex, Native Wild Flowers Visa, MasterCard & Discover Key N179 Saint John’s Wort, Great N184 Steeplebush Spiraea tomentosa ◊ N191 Vervain, Blue Verbena hastata Í Full sun Hypericum pyramidatum Spires of showy pink flowers and foliage that turns Native to cordgrass and cattail prairies over most of ∏ Part sun/part shade Yellow flowers, July–August. Prefers moist soil. bright gold and auburn in fall. Makes a fantastic hedge North America, this tall plant likes moist soils and will Ó Shade Attractive seed pods, used in flower arrangements. when planted 36” on center. Requires a rich, moist soil. produce blue violet spikes of flowers. Reseeds. Seed Seed from southeastern Minnesota. 24–60”h Í∏˜¥ 24–36”h by 36”w Í∏∫¥ $9.00—1 quart pot from Pine County, Wis. 36–72”h Í∏ ˜ $6.00—4 plants in a pack ç Attractive foliage $3.00—3.5” pot Sunflower, Early Heliopsis helianthoides ı Bird food source N180 Sarsaparilla, Wild Aralia nudicaulis Abundant 2” yellow blossoms June to September. N192 Vervain, Hoary Verbena stricta ß ∫ Butterfly-friendly White flowers on tall scapes May-July followed by pur- Excellent for butterflies. Exceptionally long blooming Tiny dark blue flowers on mini-candelabras through † Cold-sensitive: ple-black edible berries. Three-leaved plants can be period. Not a true sunflower. Easy to grow, in fact summer, June–September. Prefers dry areas (xeriscape ͘ keep above 40°F mistaken for poison ivy, but don’t be fooled. Creeps on aggressive in good soil. Known as one of the best “clay plant). Seed from Iowa. 24–48”h underground stems. Seed from St. Louis County, busters.” Í∏∫ $3.00—3.5” pot Minn. 12–24”h ∏Ó Â˜ $10.00—4” pot Ç Culinary $2.00—2.5” pot: N193 Vervain, Rose Verbena canadensis N185 Summer Nightsß—Golden yellow, daisy-like ´ Edible flowers N181 Solomon’s Seal ◊ Magenta-lavender blooms on dense mats of dark ˝ Polygonatum biflorum var. commutatum flowers with a mahogany eye on tall dark purple- green. Long bloom time. Horticultural source. 12”h Ground cover red stems and purple-red tinged foliage. The con- Í∏ ˝˜‰ $3.00—3.5” pot ˙ Hummingbird-friendly Arching stems with creamy white bells, hanging one trast is lovely on this cultivar. Flowers for two  Medicinal pair per leaf, followed by green fruits that ripen to months from midsummer, especially if deadhead- N194 Violet, Labrador Viola labradorica ‰ serge blue. Young shoots can be harvested and eaten ed. Excellent for cutting. ***** 36–48”h Rock garden Í∏ Purplish-green foliage and small lavender-blue flowers. like asparagus. Ramsey County source. 30”h ∏˝ Âǘ $5.00—4” pot $3.00—3.5” pot: A great ground cover for shady areas. ˜ Minnesota native N186 Seed from Green County, Wis.ß—24–60”h ˜ $4.00—2.5” pot å N183 Solomon’s Seal, Starry U.S. native N195 Violet, Prairie Viola pedatifida ß Smilacina stellata N187 Sweet Flag, Native Acorus calamus Stripy, spiky, strappy green and white foliage plant for Violet-purple blooms April–June, often reblooming in ß Saturday restock Pyramidal clusters of 20 starry white flowers are pond margins or well-watered garden soil. Tiny green- September. Leaves fan-shaped. Good caterpillar food crowded on wide flower spikes from April–May. ¥ Toxic to humans ish flowers. Fragrant when bruised. 24–30”h Í∏ for butterflies. Prefers a well-drained sunny site. Seed Berries start green with black stripes, turning to mot- $2.50—2.5” pot from Madison County, Iowa. 4–8”h Í∏ ı∫´˜ tled dark wine red. Arching stems emerge in the Trillium Trillium $3.00—3.5” pot spring, spreading by rhizomes to form colonies. A colony of these spring beauties will last for years. Average to moist soil. Ramsey County source. 12–36”h Yarrow Achillea millefolium Í∏Ó ˜ Give trilliums a rich, deep, rather moist soil and year- Cultivated varieties with flat flower heads and lacy $5.00—3.5” pot Í∏Ó˜¥ round leaf mulch. 12–15”h foliage. Long bloom time and good for cutting and dry- $6.00—4.5” pot: ing (they are what architects use as the “trees” around N188A White, T. grandiflorum ß—Very showy large model buildings). Drought tolerant. Í∏∫ white blossoms April–May. Flowers fade to pink $1.50—2.5” pot: as they age. The most common and best trillium Friends School Plant N196 Cassis ß—Many stems with intense magenta for cultivation. Wisconsin source. 12–36”h ı˜ Sale provides shop- umbels. 24–36”h $9.00—4.5” pot: N197 Cerise Queen ß—Cherry-pink. 24–36”h ping carts, but at peak N188B Nodding White, T. f l ex i p e s —2.5” white flowers N198 Summer Pastels—A mix of pink, salmon, yel- ˜ times they can be hard with recurved petals. Michigan source. 12–24”h low,and white. 24–36”h $2.00—2.5” pot: to get. More TRILLIUMS, pages 7 and 22 N199 Paprika—Shades of ruby-red with a yellow eye. N189 Trout Lily, White Erythronium albidum 24–36”h If you can, bring a Low woodland perennial with green leaves mottled $3.00—3.5” pot: wagon to carry with purple. Nodding flowers in mid to late spring. ß Downward-facing, recurved blooms appear at the end N200 Apple Blossom —Compact and vigorous with your plants. Please of leafless stems. Prefers deep, moist loamy soils. Seed blooms in shades of lilac-pink to pale rose. The Bring your from Mille Lacs County, Minn. 4–6”h Í∏˝Â˜ tiny individual blossoms emerge one color, turn label it clearly so it $8.00—4” pot another, and fade to a third. A great cottage gar- doesn’t get mixed up N190 Turtlehead Chelone glabra den flower. 24–36”h $6.00—4.5” pot: with someone else’s. Creamy white turtlehead flowers on arching stems. N201 ◊ß wagon! Blooms July-September. Desirable for the moist wild Desert Eve Terracotta —Clusters of 4” soft garden. Excellent nectar plant for butterflies and bees. terracotta-orange umbels with gold centers and Reseeds. Seed from Winona County, Minn. ***** stripes. Compact and early bloomer. 12–18”h 36–48”h Í∏∫˜ $6.00—4 plants in a pack Most grasses are showiest in late summer and fall. Many grow in attractive clumps and Grasses provide winter interest as well. They can be used to replace Spikes in containers. Annual Grasses and Sedges

G001 Basket Grass ß G008 Japanese Blood Grass ß G014 Sedge, Banana Boat ◊ Oplismenus hirtellus variegatus Imperata cylindrica ‘Red Baron’ Carex siderosticha ‘Banana Boat’ Trailing foliage plant with white, red and green leaves. Excellent Spectacularly showy grass whose long slender light green leaf Inch-wide leaves are yellow with thin green edges and scattered in containers or hanging baskets. 6”h Í∏ ç $3.00—4” pot blades have garnet red tips. The color spreads downward all green stripes. Resembles a mini lance-leaved hosta and looks ß summer until the leaves are blazing crimson by fall. Lovely when great planted with hostas. From the mountain forests of Japan, G002 Bunny Tails Lagurus ovatus backlit by early morning or late day sun. May survive in the gar- China and Korea. May be hardy here with a winter mulch. Fun for children and adults. Fuzzy seed heads on compact grass. den. 18”h Íç $6.00—4.5” pot 6–12”h ∏Ó $7.00—2.5” pot Drought-tolerant; well-drained soil. 20”h Íç $5.00—4” pot G009 Millet Pennisetum ‘Purple Majesty’ ß G015 Silky Thread Grass ß◊ G003 Fiber Optic Grass Isolepsis cernuus Very erect blades with dense black seed heads. Striking in con- Stipa tenuissima It really does look like fiber optic filament, only green. A great tainers or great in the garden. 36–48”h Íç $1.50—2.5” pot Fluffy plumes start out green and turn golden-brown late spring accent grass. Worth bringing inside for the winter, because the to mid summer. Reseeds freely. 12–36”h by 12–36”w Í¥ Íç G010 Ruby Grass Melinus nerviglumis ‘Savannah’ ß mature plant develops a “trunk.” Moist soil. 8–12”h $2.00—2.5” pot $2.50—2.5” pot The grass isn’t pink, it’s the flowers. Blue-green foliage turns purple-red in the fall. 3–4” ruby pink blooms sitting a foot above G016 St. Augustine Grass ß◊ Fountain Grass, Annual Pennisetum setaceum the foliage from late July are real showstoppers. 8–12”h Íç Stenotaphrum secundatum ‘Variegatum’ Striking grasses for containers or the garden. Í∏ $5.00—4” pot Long, thin grass striped white and two shades of green. $3.00—4” pot: Sedge, Brown Carex Vigorously spreads to form a mat or to cascade from a hanging G004 Burgundy Giant ß—Tropical-looking dark maroon-purple Great in containers or the garden. These may survive the winter, basket. Indoors, needs a sunny window. 6–9”h Í∏ foliage with burgundy flower spikes. Introduced by so don’t pull them up in the spring until you are sure. Í∏ $3.00—4” pot Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania. 60”h $3.00—2.5” pot: G017 Switch Grass, Frosted Explosion $5.00—4” pot: G011 Red Rooster, C. buchananii—Stately red-bronze grass with Panicum elegans ‘Frosted Explosion’ ß G005 Cherry Sparkler ◊ß—Variegated, with pink blush over- curled tips. Has proven winter-hardy in Minnesota gardens, Seedheads look like a bunch of sparklers. White airy plumes are taking the cream and green striped foliage as light level so don’t disturb it in the spring even though it looks dead increases. Red burgundy flower plumes skyrocket. 24”h ç prized by flower-arrangers and are great filler plants in contain- (it’s evergreen, or actually, everbrown). 12–24”h Í G006 Fireworks ß—Long stripes of burgundy, hot pink and ers. Will re-bloom after being cut. 24–32”h $3.00—3.5” pot: white. New growth is the most vibrant. In late summer, the $5.00—6 plants in a pack G012 Evergold, C. hachijoensis ◊—Graceful slender light gold flowers look like purple foxtails. 24–30”h leaves with dark green margins are nice with hostas. Syn. $14.00—1 gal. pot: C. oshimensis 8–18”h G007 Prince ß—When nature turns up the heat, this giant grass G013 Prairie Fire, C. testacea—Mounding with glossy leaves that turns up the color. The black-purple foliage gets richer as combine russet orange and olive green. Amazing with the season goes on and can be dried or left for fabulous cushion spurge or any purple or maroon-leaved plant. winter interest in the garden. 72”h 12”h ç www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 53

Most grasses are showiest in late summer and fall. Many grow in attractive clumps and provide winter interest as well. They can be used to replace Spikes in containers and provide vertical, mounding garden Grasses accents. Native grasses have their seed source identified and are marked with the native symbol ˜ Perennial Grasses and Sedges G018 Blue Grama Grass ß Fountain Grass Pennisetum alopecuroides G049 Sedge, Gray’s Carex grayi Key Bouteloua gracilis A garden favorite. Clump-forming. Í∏ Large showy seed heads like spiked medieval clubs. Í Full sun ∏ Dominant through the central Great Plains, ranging $1.50—2.5” pot: Originally found in moist shade, but will grow in many Part sun/part shade east to western Wisconsin. Very good lawn alternative G034 ß locations. Clump-forming. Seed from Wisconsin. Ó Shade Fountain Grass —Graceful, arching foliage in Í∏ ˜ for sandy soils. Low growing, forming attractive silver-purple. Bristly fruit heads. 40–60”h 24–30”h $2.50—2.5” pot clumps of purplish-green. Best in full sun. Seed from ç $8.00—1 quart pot: G050 Sedge, Ice Dance Attractive foliage Minnesota. 12”h Í∏ ˝˜ $1.50—2.5” pot G035 Hameln—Early flowering dwarf fountain grass Carex morrowii ‘Ice Dance’ ı Bird food source G019 Blue Joint Grass ß with copper-tan seedheads. Yellow fall color. White edges on arching green leaves. Vigorous. ∫ Butterfly-friendly Calamagrostis canadensis 24–36”h Clump-forming. 12”h Í∏ $2.50—2.5” pot † Cold-sensitive: keep above 40°F Bluish leaves with delicate, purplish panicles in sum- G036 Indian Grass Sorghastrum nutans ß G051 Sedge, Pennsylvania mer. The Cree used blue joint to make mattresses. Ç Culinary Good grass for gardens. Striking and highly tactile, Carex pensylvanica Clump forming, spreading by rhizomes. Wet to normal ´ with silky gold/yellow/brown seedheads. Tolerates dry Edible flowers soil. Seed from Waushara County, Wis. 36–72”h Í∏ Good for everywhere from prairies to woodlands to ˝ ˜ soil. Clump-forming. Seed from Polk County, Minn. raingardens. Even good in dry shade, and needs no Ground cover $1.50—2.5” pot Í∏˜ 36–72”h ***** $1.50—2.5” pot mowing. Grows well under oaks and with ephemeral ˙ Hummingbird-friendly G020 Bluestem, Big Andropogon gerardii Japanese Forest Grass Hakonechloa wild flowers. Tolerates light foot traffic. Spreading.  Medicinal Known for its “turkey-foot” seed heads. From the Seed from southern St. Louis County, Minn. ***** ‰ Rock garden Best color in part shade. Clump-former with an attrac- Í∏Ó ˜ prairie and savanna. Seed from Polk County, Minn. ∏Ó 6–12”h $6.00—4 plants in a pack Í∏ ı˜ tive draping effect. Looks great in groups. 60–92”h $1.50—2.5” pot ˜ Minnesota native $9.00—4.5” pot: G052 Side-Oats Grama å Bluestem, Little Schizachyrium scoparium G037 Aureola, H. macra ß—Weeping gold blades Bouteloua curtipendula U.S. native A favorite for ornamental and naturalized landscapes. streaked with green that turn intense pink in fall. A fine upright grass whose flowers align on one side of ß Narrow leaves. Prefers sun. Clump-forming. Í∏ 12”h stem. Tolerates dry soil. Prefers sun. Clump-forming. Saturday restock Ø $1.50—2.5” pot: $15.00—1 gal. pot: Seed from Houston County, Minn., and Craw County, Certified organic Í∏˜ G021 Seed from Polk County, Minn. ß—12–36”h ı˜ G038 All Gold ◊—The bright golden color of this Wis. 12–36”h $1.50—2.5” pot ¥ Toxic to humans $6.00—2.5” pot: arching grass is almost metallic and takes on a G053 Sweet Grass Hierochloe odorata ß luminous quality in any shady border. Great when G022 Blue Heaven ◊—Color-changing cultivar. Starts Likes moist to wet soil. Sacred plant for Native About those combined with dark-leaved neighbors. Quick to dark silver-blue, then turns bright gray-blue for the Americans. Used as incense and in braiding and bas- stars… establish and wonderfully vigorous. 8–12”h summer. Red-brown flowers in late July form seed ket-weaving. Aggressive spreader; not for flower bor- Throughout, you will heads with showy white wisps in August and G039 June Grass Koeleria macrantha ß ders. Seed from Wisconsin and Illinois. 12–24”h notice plants that are September, persisting into winter. Foliage turns Í∏˜ Clump-forming grass, most commonly found growing $1.50—2.5” pot marked with five stars burgundy red with pink and violet highlights in ★★★★★ in dry sandy soils. Low-grower suitable for edging ( ). These plants September, holding through November. This selec- Switch Grass Panicum virgatum native restoration plantings. Seed from west-central have been awarded five tion by Mary Meyer at the University of Minnesota Delicate feathery seed heads. Prefers light soil. Clump- Michigan. 12–24”h Í∏ ˜ $1.50—2.5” pot stars by Heger and stays upright all season. ***** 48”h forming. Í Whitman in the brand- $8.00—1 quart pot: Maiden Grass Miscanthus sinensis $1.50—2.5” pot: new edition of Growing G023 The Blues—Cultivar selected for pronounced blue Clump-forming grass from Asia with prominent feath- G054 Seed from Polk County, Minn.—Delicate feathery Perennials in Cold Climates color. Best in dry soils. 12–24”h ı ery flower heads. Í seed heads. Prefers light soil. 36–60”h ˜ as one of the very best plants available on the $2.00—2.5” pot: $2.00—2.5” pot: G024 Bottlebrush Grass Hystrix patula ß market. G040 Flame Grass, M. sinensis purpurescens ß—Wider G055 Shenandoah ß—Most compact and controlled Clump-forming grass with tall spikes that look like gray-green foliage turns brilliant red-orange in growth. Very hardy. Red by mid-summer. bottlebrushes. A must for forest restorations and fall. Narrow silvery plumes in mid-summer. ***** Cultivar. 36”h shady perennial gardens. Excellent for texture. Seed 36–48”h from Rock County, Wis. 36”h Í∏Ó ˜ $6.00—1 quart pot: $1.50—2.5” pot $9.00—4.5” pot: G056 Prairie Fire ß—The spring foliage emerges blue- G041 Gold Bar ß—Dramatic horizontal gold striping green but the tips quickly develop their hallmark G025 Dropseed, Giant Sporobolus wrightii from top to bottom of each blade. Very late in the wine-red coloration. Later, as flowering starts, the Stunning branched, feathery seedheads, the flower season, burgundy inflorescences appear just above leaves bend and curl, creating the image of red stems are up to 7’ tall! Arching, 36–48” leaves. the blades. Great for use in pots and in small urban ribbons with rosy panicles above. Cultivar. Vigorous, clumping, drought-tolerant once established. gardens. Needs winter protection. 36–50”h 48–60”h Watch for A great “see-through” plant. 36–84”h Í∏ å $6.00—4.5” pot: $8.00—1 quart pot Maiden Grass, Giant Miscanthus giganteus G057 Ruby Ribbons ß—Blue-gray spring foliage the birdie! ß An impressive, handsome giant, growing into a tight G026 Dropseed, Northern clump in four to five years. Old canes can be used like matures to deep red with 48” flower spikes. Sporobolus heterolepsis bamboo for garden stakes. Í Cultivar. 24–48”h One of nicest native grasses. Grown for its cloud-like $3.00—4” pot: Tufted Hair Grass Deschampsia caespitosa panicles of pink flowers in midsummer and swirling G042 ß—120–144”h by 48”w Narrow blades with nice mounding habit. Beige and leaves in tight clumps. Seed from Polk County, Minn. chartreuse mops of flowers ripen to airy seed heads. ı $22.00—5 gal. pot: ***** 24–48”h Í∏˜ $1.50—2.5” pot G043 Get a head start with this already-giant specimen. Prefers part shade in moist soil. Clump-forming. ***** Feather Reed Grass Calamagrostis $1.50—2.5” pot: G044 Northern Sea Oats ß Showy, feathery plumes with wheat-colored seed heads G058 Unknown seed source ß—Green arching blades. in fall and winter. Clump-forming. Í Chasmanthium latifolium 12”h Í∏ Plants marked Graceful arching form. Persistent blooms have a fish- $3.00—3.5” pot: $4.00—2.5” pot: with the bird icon like shape. Loosely tufted spreader. 36–60”h Í∏Ó G027 Karl Foerster, × ß—Great for use as a G059 Northern Lights—Tuft of creamy white striped are best for C. acutiflora $1.50—2.5” pot grass hedge. Blooms earlier than most tall grass- leaves with a blush of pink on new growth. providing food to ß es. The 2001 Perennial Plant of the Year. A best- G045 Oat Grass, Blue Foliage turns golden with coral tips in the fall. birds in spring seller. ***** 48–60”h Helictotrichon sempervirens ‘Sapphire’ Striking when combined with ferns and hostas. Cultivar. 36”h Í∏ when other foods $3.00—4” pot: Silver-blue tussocks with gracefully arching plumes. are in low supply. G028 Art’s Golden, C. × acutiflora—Variegated green ***** 24”h Í∏ $3.00—4” pot G060 Woodrush, Greater Luzula sylvatica and yellow. ***** 48–60”h Soft, evergreen tufts are endearing. Thrives in moist ß Rush, Corkscrew Juncus G029 Avalanche, C. × acutiflora —Variegated with a shade. Useful under trees. Forms lush mounds. 12”h Aptly named curly green foliage. Likes to be kept moist, wide white stripe in the center of each blade. ***** Í∏Óå $6.00—4.5” pot Golden seed heads. ***** 48–60”h either in a container or planted in the garden, but any- thing from putting its pot in a dish of water, to keeping $6.00—4.5” pot: its crown 1–6” under water, to just watering it well G030 × El Dorado, C. acutiflora—Gold-centered, varie- seems to work. It even did well in our State Fair garden, More Native Plants gated leaves. ***** 48”h which is very well-drained. Cut back the old stems in G031 ◊ Look for native plants in other sections of the catalog: Korean, C. brachytricha —Feathery mauve- late winter so you can see the fresh green corkscrews in pink blooms are great as a cut stem or left to give spring. Fantastic in flower arrangements. Í∏å Climbers: C026 Bittersweet, C028 Climbing Bleeding Heart, C032 Virgin’s winter interest to your garden. A flowering grass Bower Í∏ $2.50—2.5” pot: that can take some shade. 36–48”h Fruit: F032 Wild Grape, F033 American Hazelnut, F036 Black Huckleberry, G046 Blue Medusa, J. inflexus ß—Dusty blue-green F058 Saskatoon Serviceberry Fescue, Dwarf Blue Festuca ovina glauca foliage. Two-foot wide clumps resemble a dish of Soft tufts for contrast in the perennial border, edging blue spaghetti. Also called ‘Afro.’ 15”h Herbs: H062 Pink Hyssop, H114 Pineapple Weed or ground cover. Good drainage. Clump-forming. Í˝ G047 Spiralis, J. effusus—Chartreuse in spring. 12–18”h Perennial Water Plants: P624 White-Flowered Arrowhead, P627 Horsetail, P631 Pickerel Rush $1.50—2.5” pot: G048 Rush, Path Juncus tenuis G032 Dwarf Blue Fescue ß—10–16”h Rare and Unusual: U015 Grass of Parnassus, U030–U036 Orchids and Lady Very vigorous bright green tubular blades in dense Slippers $3.00—4” pot: clumps. Grows anywhere including compacted soil, Shrubs and Trees: S026 Black Cherry, S027 Pin Cherry, S030 Glossy Black G033 Elijah Blue ß—Considered the best blue fescue. and will spread to form a ground cover. Seed from Chokeberry, S031 Chokecherry, S032 American Highbush Cranberry, S041 and Maintains good color during summer. 10”h Winona County, Minn. 6–14”h Í∏ ˝˜ S042 Dogwoods $3.00—3.5” pot Vegetables: V138, V139 Ramps, V145 Sunchokes 54 Friends School Plant Sale • May 11–13, 2012 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com Index by Common Name A Cactus, Escobaria, 6 F Jamaican Forget-Me-Nots, Browallia, Oregano, Cuban, Plectranthus, 9 Silver Nickel Vine, Dichondra, 38 Abelia, Fragrant, Abelia, 44 Cactus, Gymnocalycium, 31 Fairy Foxglove, Erinus, 14 35 Oregano, Mexican, Poliomintha, 9 Silver Sticks, Calocephalus, 31 Aeonium, Aeonium, 31 Cactus, Echinopsis, 31 Falling Stars, Crocosmia, 34 Japanese Blood Grass, Imperata, 52 Oyster Plant, Tradescantia, 37 Sky Vine, Thunbergia, 27 Agave, Agave, 31 Cactus, Neochilenia, 31 Farewell to Spring, Clarkia, 34 Japanese Forest Grass, Hakonechloa, 53 P Smokebush, Cotinus, 47 Agave, Rattlesnake, , 31 Caladium, Caladium, 33 Feather Reed Grass, , 53 Jasmine, Brazilian, Mandevilla, 36 Snail Vine, Vigna, 27 Manfreda Calamagrostis Pachysandra, Pachysandra, 18 Ageratum, , 32 Calendula, Calendula, 33 Fennel, , 8 Jasmine, Rock, Androsace, 18 Snake Plant, Sansieveria, 40 Ageratum Foeniculum Painted Tongue, Salpiglossis, 37 Almond, Dwarf Russian, , 44 Calla, Zantedeschia, 7 Fenugreek, , 8 Jewels of Opar, Talinum, 36 Snapdragon, Antirrhinum, 38, 39 Prunus Trigonella Palm, Umbrella, Cyperus, 22 Aloe, , 7, 8, 31 Camas, Camassia, 12 Fern, Boston, , 39 Jiaogulan, Gynostemma, 9 Snapdragon, Climbing, Asarina, 27 Aloe Nephrolepis Pansy, Viola, 37 Alum Root, , 48 Campion, Silene, 12 Fern, Bulblet, , 49 Joe Pye Weed, Eupatorium, 50 Snow in Summer, Cerastium, 21 Heuchera Cystopteris Papalo, Porophyllum, 9 Alyssum, Perennial, , 11 Canary Bird Vine, Tropaeolum, 27 Fern, , 49 Johnny Jump-ups, Viola, 36 Snowball, Fragrant, Viburnum, 47 Alyssum Adiantum Papyrus, Cyperus, 22, 40 Alyssum, Sweet, , 32 Candelabra Plant, Euphorbia, 31 Fern, 14, 49 Joseph’s Coat, Alternanthera, 36 Snowberry, Symphoricarpos, 47 Lobularia Athyrium, Parsley, Petroselinum, 9, 10, 24 Amaranth, , 23, 32 Candy Corn Flag, Manettia, 27 Fern, , 15, 49 June Grass, Koeleria, 53 Snowdrop, Galanthus, 21 Amaranthus Dryopteris Pasque Flower, Anemone, 18, 51 Andromeda, , 44 Candy Lily, Pardancanda, 13 Fern, , 49 Juniper, Juniperus, 45 Solomon’s Seal, Polygonatum, 21, 52 Pieris Matteuccia Passion Flower, Passiflora, 27 Anemone, , 11 Canna, Canna, 33 Fern, , 49 Jupiter’s Beard, Centranthus, 18 Solomon’s Seal, Starry, Smilacina, 52 Anemone Onoclea Patchouli, Pogostemon, 10 Angel Mist, , 32 Canterbury Bells, Campanula, 13 Fern, , 49 Jute, Tossa, Corchorus, 9 Sorrel, Rumex, 10 Angelonia Osmunda Pawpaw, Asimina, 42 Angel’s Trumpet, , 32 Caraway, Carum, 8 Fern, , 14 Speedwell, Veronica, 21 Datura Thelypteris K Peach, Prunus, 42 Angel’s Trumpet, , 40 Cardamom, Elettaria, 22 Fescue, , 53 Spiderflower, Cleome, 38 Brugmansia Festuca Kale, Brassica, 23 Peanuts, Arachis, 24 Angelica, , 11, 48 Cardinal Bush, Weigela, 44 Fiber Optic Grass, , 52 Spike Moss, Selaginella, 38 Angelica Isolepsis Katsura, Cercidiphyllum, 45 Pear, Pyrus, 42 Anise, , 8 Cardinal Flower, Lobelia, 49 Fig, Turkey, , 41 Spikenard, Aralia, 10, 21 Pimpinella Ficus Kennilworth Ivy, Cymbalaria, 18 Pearly Everlasting, Anaphalis, 51 Apache Plume, , 11 Cardoon, Cynara, 33 Fir, Balsam, , 45 Spikes, Dracaena, 38 Fallugia Abies Kinnikinnick, Arctostaphyllos, 50 Pecan, Northern, Carya, 46 Apple, 41 Caribbean Copper Plant, Euphorbia, Fir, Korean, , 45 Spiny Star, Coryphantha, 21 Malus, Abies Kiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate, Pencil Sticks, Euphorbia, 31 Apricot, , 41 33 Fire Pink, , 50 Spirea, Ash Leaf, Sorbaria, 21 Prunus Silene Polygonum, 36 Pentas, Pentas, 37 Arborvitae, , 44 Carrion Flower, Dwarf, Stapelia, 31 Firecracker Flower, , 34 Spirea, Blue, Caryopteris, 47 Thuja Crossandra Kiwi, Hardy, Actinidia, 42 Peony, Paeonia, 6, 7, 18, 20 Arrowhead, , 22 Cassia, Popcorn, Cassia, 33 Firecracker Vine, 27 Spirea, Japanese, Spiraea, 47 Sagittaria Mina, Kohlrabi, Brassica, 23 Pepper, Capsicum, 24, 25, 37 Artichoke, , 32 Castor Bean, Ricinus, 33 Firethorn, , 34 Spruce, Picea, 47 Cynara Solanum Perilla, Perilla, 37 Artillery Plant, , 32 Cat’s Claw, Mimosa, 12 Flamboyant Tree, , 7 Spurge, Euphorbia, 21, 31, 39 Pilea Delonix L Periwinkle, Vinca, 20 Arugula, 23 Catalpa, Catalpa, 44 Flame Flower, , 34 Squill, Siberian, Scilla, 21 Eruca, Celosia Laceshrub, Stephanandra, 45 Persian Shield, Strobilanthes, 38 Ashwaganda, , 8 Catmint, Nepeta, 13 Flamingo Flower, , 34 St. Augustine Grass, Stenotaphrum, 52 Withania Celosia Lady’s Mantle, Alchemilla, 18 Persimmon, Diospyros, 46 Asparagus, , 23 Catnip, Nepeta, 8 Flapjack, 31 Star of Lundi, Pachypodium, 31 Asparagus Kalanchoe, Lady’s Slipper, Cypripedium, 6 Peruvian Lily, Alstroemeria, 38 Asparagus Fern, , 32 Cattail, Dwarf, Typha, 22 Flax, , 15, 34 Steeplebush, Spiraea, 52 Asparagus Linum Lady’s Tresses, Spiranthes, 6, 18 Petunia, Petunia, 37, 39 Asparagus, Vining, 27 Cauliflower, Brassica, 23 Fleeceflower, , 15 Stevia, Stevia, 10 Asparagus, Persicaria Lamb’s Ear, Stachys, 18 Petunia, Wild, Ruellia, 51 Aster, , 11, 32, 48 Celeriac, Apium, 23 Flower Sprouts, , 23 Stocks, Matthiola, 39 Aster Brassica Lamium, Lamium, 18 Phlox, Phlox, 20, 51 Aster, Stokes’, , 11 Celery, Apium, 8, 23 Flowering Maple, , 34 Stonecrop, Sedum, 21, 31 Stokesia Abutilon Land Seaweed, Salsola, 9 Pickerel Rush, Pontederia, 22 Astilbe, , 11 Cereus, Monstrose, Cereus, 31 Foamflower, 15 Stork’s Bill, Yellow, Erodium, 21 Astilbe Tiarella, Lantana, Lantana, 36 Pincushion Flower, Scabiosa, 20 Avens, , 11 Chameleon Plant, Houttuynia, 13 Foamy Bells, , 15 Strawberry, Fragaria, 39, 42 Geum Heucherella Larch, Larix, 45 Pine, Pinus, 46 Azalea, , 44 Chamomile, German, Matricaria, 8 Forget-Me-Nots, , 15 Sumac, Rhus, 47 Rhododendron Myosotis Larkspur, Delphinium, 36, 50 Pine, Japanese Umbrella, Sciadopitys, 7 Aztec Sweet Herb, , 32 Chamomile, Roman, Chamaemelum, 8 Forget-Me-Nots, Alpine, , Sun Daisy, Osteospermum, 39 Lippia Eritrichium Lavender, Lavandula, 6, 9 Pineapple Lily, Eucomis, 38 Chard, Swiss, Beta, 23 34 Sunchoke, Helianthus, 24 Lavender Cotton, Santolina, 36 Pineapple Weed, Matricaria, 10 B Cherry, Prunus, 41, 44 Forsythia, Forsythia, 45 Lawyer’s Tongue, Gasteria, 31 Sundrops, Oenothera, 21 Baby Jump Up, , 32 Pink Mulla Mulla, Ptilotus, 38 Mecardonia Chestnut, Horse, Aesculus, 44 Forsythia, Pink, Abeliophyllum, 45 Leadplant, Amorpha, 50 Sunflower, Downy, Helianthus, 22 Baby’s Breath, , 11 Pinks, Dianthus, 7, 20, 38 Gypsophila Chilean Bell Flower, Nolana, 33 Fountain Grass, Pennisetum, 52, 53 Leatherwood, Dirca, 6 Sunflower, Early, Heliopsis, 52 Bachelor’s Buttons, , 11, 32 Plum, Prunus, 42 Centaurea Chinese Houses, Collinsia, 33 Four O’Clocks, Mirabilis, 34 Leek, Threecorner, Allium, 9 Sweet Annie, Artemisia, 10 Bacopa, , 32, 39 Pocketbook Flower, Calceolaria, 38 Sutera Chinese Lanterns, Physalis, 12 Foxglove, Common, Digitalis, 15 Leeks, Allium, 23 Sweet Flag, Acorus, 22, 52 Balloon Flower, , 11 Polka Dot, Hypoestes, 38 Platycodon Chinese Red Noodle Bean, Vigna, 27 Freesia, Hardy, Lapeirousia, 6 Lemon, Citrus, 7 Sweet Grass, Hierochloe, 53 Banana, , 40 Popcorn, Strawberry, Zea, 24 Musa Chives, Allium, 8 Fremont’s Leather Flower, Clematis, 6 Lemon Balm, Melissa, 9 Sweet Pea, Everlasting, Lathyrus, 30 Banana, Abyssian, , 40 Poppy, Blue, Meconopsis, 20 Ensete Chocolate Flower, Berlandiera, 13 Fringetree, White, Chionanthus, 45 Lemon Grass, Cymbopogon, 9 Sweet Potato, Ipomoea, 25 Baneberry, , 48 Poppy, California, Eschscholzia, 38 Actaea Chocolate Vine, Akebia, 27 Fritillary, Fritillaria, 6 Lettuce, Lactuca, 23, 24 Sweet Potato Vine, Ipomoea, 39 Barrenwort, , 6, 11 Poppy, Papaver, 20, 38 Epimedium Chokeberry, Glossy, Aronia, 44 Fuchsia, Fuchsia, 34, 35, 39 Licorice Plant, Helichrysum, 36 Sweet William, Dianthus, 22 Basil, , 8 Poppy, Wood, Stylophorum, 51 Ocimum Chokecherry, Prunus, 44 Fumewort, Corydalis, 6, 15 Ligularia, Ligularia, 18 Sweet Woodruff, Galium, 22 Basket Grass, , 52 Porcelain Berry, Ampelopsis, 27 Oplismenus Cigar Flower, Cuphea, 33 Lilac, Syringa, 45, 46 Sweetfern, Comptonia, 47 Bat Face, , 32 Potato, Solanum, 24 Cuphea Cilantro, Coriandrum, 8 G Lily of the Valley, Convallaria, 18 Switch Grass, Panicum, 52, 53 Bay Laurel, , 8 Gas Plant, , 15 Prairie Smoke, Geum, 51 Laurus Cineraria, Pericallis, 33 Dictamnus Lily, Lilium, 6, 19, 50 Bayberry, , 44 Gaura, , 35 Prairie Snowball, Abronia, 20 T Myrica Cinquefoil, Woody, Potentilla, 49 Gaura Lime, Citrus, 7 Bear’s Breeches, , 11 Gazania, , 35 Prickly Pear, Opuntia, 31, 51 Tamarack, Larix, 47 Acanthus Citrus, Citrus, 7 Gazania Lingonberry, Vaccinium, 42 Beardtongue, , 11, 48 Gentian, , 15, 50 Primrose, Primula, 20 Tamarisk, Tamarix, 47 Penstemon Clematis, Clematis, 13, 30 Gentiana Lion’s Ears, Leonotis, 36 Bee Balm, , 11, 48 Geranium, , 9, 35, 39 Prophet Flower, Arnebia, 20 Tarragon, French, Artemisia, 10 Monarda Clover, Red Feather, Trifolium, 13 Pelargonium Lisianthus, Eustoma, 36 Begonia, , 32 Geranium, Wild, , 50 Purple Beautyberry, Callicarpa, 46 Tarragon, Mexican, Tagetes, 10 Begonia Cockscomb, Celosia, 33 Geranium Living Baseball, Euphorbia, 31 Bell Vine, Purple, , 27 Gilia, Globe, , 35 Purple Prairie Clover, Dalea, 51 Texas Bluebonnet, Lupinus, 39 Rhodochiton Coffee, Coffea, 8 Gilia Living Stones, Lithops, 31 Bellflower, , 11, 48 Ginger, , 15, 50 Pussy Willow, Salix, 46 Thistle, Globe, Echinops, 22 Campanula Cohosh, Actaea, 13 Asarum Lobelia, Lobelia, 36, 50 Bells of Ireland, , 32 Ginger, Variegated Shell, , 40 Pussytoes, Antennaria, 51 Thyme, Thymus, 10, 22 Moluccella Coleus, Solenostemon, 33, 39 Alpinia Locust, Black, Robinia, 46 Bergamot, Wild, , 48 Ginger, White, , 9 Puya, Puya, 7 Toad Lily, Japanese, Tricyrtis, 22 Monarda Collards, Brassica, 23 Hedychium Lord Anson’s Pea, Lathyrus, 36 Betony, Big, , 11 Globe Amaranth, , 35 Tobacco, Flowering, Nicotiana, 39 Stachys Columbine, Aquilegia, 13, 49 Gomphrena Lovage, Levisticum, 9 Q Birch, , 44 Globe Flower, , 15 Tomatillo, Physalis, 25 Betula Comfrey, Symphytum, 8 Trollius Love Lies Bleeding, Amaranthus, 36 Queen of the Prairie, Filipendula, 51 Bird’s Eyes, , 32 Gloriosa Lily, 27 Tomato, Lycopersicon, 25, 26, 39 Gillia Compass Plant, Silphium, 49 Gloriosa, Love-in-a-Mist, Nigella, 36 Quince, Chaenomeles, 46 Birdsfoot Trefoil, , 12 Gloxinia, Creeping, , 35 Tong Ho, Chrysanthemum, 10 Lotus Coneflower, Echinacea, 13, 49 Lophospermum Love-in-a-Puff, Cardiospermum, 27 Quince, Common, Cydonia, 42 Bishop’s Cap, , 48 Goatsbeard, , 15 Toothache Plant, Acmella, 39 Mitella Coneflower, Rudbeckia, 49 Aruncus Lungwort, Pulmonaria, 18 Bitter Melon, , 23 Goldenrod, , 15, 50 Tree of India (Voodoo Lily), Momordica Coneflower, Yellow, Ratibida, 49 Solidago Lupine, Lupinus, 18, 37, 50 R Bitter Root, Lewisia, 12 Copperleaf, Acalypha, 34 Goldfish Plant, Hypocyrta, 35 Rabbit Ears, Ruttya, 40 Amorphophallus, 7 Bittersweet, Celastrus, 27 Coral Bells, Heuchera, 13 Gooseberry, Ribes, 41 M Radicchio, Raddichio, 24 Trillium, Trillium, 7, 22, 52 Black Varnish, Pseuderanthemum, 32 Coreopsis, Coreopsis, 13, 34, 49 Gooseneck, Purple, Lysimachia, 15 Magnolia, Magnolia, 46 Rain Garden, 49 Trout Lily, White, Erythronium, 52 Black-Eyed Susan, Rudbeckia, 12, 32, Coriander, Vietnamese, Persicaria, 8 Gotu Kola, Centella, 9 Maiden Grass, Miscanthus, 53 Ramps, Allium, 24 Troy’s Gold, Plectranthus, 39 48 Cosmos, Cosmos, 34 Gourd, Snake, Trichosanthes, 7 Maize, Giant, Zea, 7 Raspberry, Rubus, 42 Trumpet Creeper, Campsis, 30 Black-Eyed Susan Vine, Thunbergia, Cow’s Hooves, Peperomia, 31 Grape, Vitis, 41 Malabar Spinach, Basella, 24 Rattlesnake Master, Eryngium, 51 Trumpet Flower, Scarlet, Ipomopsis, 22 27, 39 Cranberry, American, Viburnum, 44 Grass of Parnassus, Parnassia, 6 Malagasy Fire Bush, Uncarina, 7 Red Hot Poker, Kniphofia, 20 Tuberose, Polyanthes, 39 Blackberry Lily, Belamcanda, 12 Cranesbill, Geranium, 13, 14 Green Dragon, Little, Pinellia, 6 Mallow, Annual, Malope, 37 Redbud, Cercis, 46 Tufted Hair Grass, Deschampsia, 53 Blackberry, Dwarf Red, Rubus, 48 Crassula, Crassula, 31 Ground Cherry, Physalis, 23 Maltese Cross, Lychnis, 18 Rex Begonia Vine, Cissus, 27 Tulip, Wild, Tulipa, 22 Tunic Flower, Petrorhagia, 22 Blanket Flower, Gaillardia, 12 Creeping Hollygrape, Mahonia, 14 H Mandevilla, White, Mandevilla, 40 Rhododendron, Rhododendron, 46 Blazing Star, Liatris, 12, 48 Crown of Thorns, Euphorbia, 31 Maple, Japanese, Acer, 46 Rhubarb, Rheum, 24 Turtlehead, Chelone, 22, 52 Harebells, Campanula, 50 Bleeding Heart Vine, Clerodendrum, 27 Cuke-nuts, Melothria, 23 Marigold, Tagetes, 36 Rock Cress, Arabis, 20 Tw i n s p u r, Diascia, 39 Harry Lauder’s Walking Stick, Bleeding Heart Vine, Yellow, Dicentra, Culantro, Eryngium, 8 Marjoram, Origanum, 9 Rock Rose, Helianthemum, 20 Corylus, 45 V 27 Culver’s Root, Veronicastrum, 14, 49 Marsh Marigold, Caltha, 50 Rockfoil, Saxifraga, 20 Hawaiian Ti, Cordyline, 40 Vanilla Grass, Anthoxanthum, 10 Bleeding Heart, Climbing, Adlumia, Cumin, Cuminum, 8 Marshmallow, Althaea, 9 Rose Mallow, Hibiscus, 20 Hazelnut, American, Corylus, 41 Vase Plant, Aechmea, 7 27 Cumin, Black, Nigella, 8 May Flower, Maianthemum, 50 Rose of Sharon, Hibiscus, 47 Heartleaf, Bergenia, 15 Verbena, Verbena, 39 Bleeding Heart, Dicentra, 12 Cup and Saucer Vine, Cobaea, 27 Meadow Rue, Thalictrum, 18, 50, 51 Rose Pincushion, Mammillaria, 31 Heather, Summer, Calluna, 15 Verbena, Lemon, Aloysia, 10 Bleeding Heart, Yellow, Pseudofumaria, Cup Flower, Nierembergia, 34 Melon, Cucumis, 24 Rose, Rosa, 43 Helen’s Flower, Helenium, 15, 35, 50 Vervain, Blue, Verbena, 52 12 Cup Plant, Silphium, 49 Merrybells, Uvularia, 51 Rosemary, Rosmarinus, 10 Heliotrope, Heliotropium, 35 Viburnum, Double File, VIburnum, 47 Bloodleaf, Iresine, 32 Cupid’s Dart, Catananche, 14 Mesclun, mixed species, 24 Roseroot, Rhodiola, 20 Hellebore, Helleborus, 15 Vietnamese Balm, Elsholtzia, 10 Bloodroot, Sanguinaria, 6, 48 Currant, Ribes, 41 Mexican Cliffrose, Cowania, 6 Royal Catchfly, Silene, 51 Hemlock, Dwarf, Tsuga, 45 Vinca, Catharanthus, 39 Blue Beech, Carpinus, 44 Curry Plant, Helichrysum, 8 Mexican Hat, Ratibida, 51 Royal Paint Brush, Haemanthus, 7 Hen and Chicks, Sempervivum, 15 Vinca Vines, Vinca, 39 Blue Grama Grass, Bouteloua, 53 Cypress, False, Chamaecyparis, 44 Mexican Heather, Cuphea, 37 Ruby Grass, Melinus, 52 Hen and Chicks, Mini, Jovibarba, 17 Violet, Viola, 22, 52 Blue Joint Grass, Calamagrostis, 53 Cypress, Russian, Microbiota, 44 Mexican Sunflower, Tithonia, 37 Rue, Ruta, 10 Hepatica, 6, 50 Viper’s Bugloss, Echium, 22 Blue Pea Vine, Clitoria, 27 Hepatica, Milkweed, Blue-Flowered, Tweedia, 37 Rue Anemone, Anemonella, 51 Hibiscus, , 17, 35, 40 Voodoo Lily, Amorphophallus, 7 Blue Shrimp Plant, Cerinthe, 32 D Hibiscus Milkweed, Asclepias, 51 Rue Anemone, False, Isopyrum, 51 Hickory, Shagbark, , 45 Voodoo Lily, Sauromatum, 7 Blue-Eyed Grass, Sisyrinchium, 48, 49 Dahlia, Dahlia, 7, 34 Carya Million Bells, Calibrachoa, 37, 39 Rush, Juncus, 53 Hollyhock, , 17 Voodoo Lily, Typhonium, 7 Bluebells, Virginia, Mertensia, 49 Daisy, Blue-Eyed, Arctotis, 34 Alcea Mint, Mentha, 9, 51 Rutabaga, Brassica, 24 Hollyhock, French, , 17 Blueberry, Vaccinium, 41 Daisy, Dahlberg, Thymophylla, 34 Malva Mint, Lemon, Monarda, 9 W Honeyberry, , 41 Bluestar, Amsonia, 12 Daisy, Fleabane, Erigeron, 14 Lonicera Mint, Mountain, Pycnanthemum, 51 S Wahoo, Euonymus, 47 Honeysuckle, Scarlet Trumpet, Bluestem, Big, Andropogon, 53 Daisy, Shasta, Leucanthemum, 14 Mistflower, Eupatorium, 18 Sage, Salvia, 10, 20, 38 Water Lily, Nymphaea, 22 , 27 Bluestem, Little, Schizachyrium, 53 Daisy, Snowland, Chrysanthemum, 34 Lonicera Mixed Herbs, 9 Sage, Prairie, Artemisia, 51 Watermelon, Citrullus, 25 Hops, Golden, 27 Bog Rosemary, Andromeda, 49 Daisy, Thread Petal, Inula, 14 Humulus, Mockorange, Philadelphus, 46 Sage, Russian, Perovskia, 20 Wattakaka, Dregea, 7 Horseradish, , 9 Bok Choi, Brassica, 23 Daylily, Hemerocallis, 6, 14 Armoracia Moneywort, Lysimachia, 18 Saint John’s Wort, Hypericum, 47, 52 White Gossamer, Tradescantia, 39 Horsetail, , 22 Boneset, Eupatorium, 49 Delphinium, Delphinium, 14 Equisetum Monkey Flower, Mimulus, 37, 51 Salsify, Black, Scorzonera, 24 Willow, Salix, 47 Hosta, , 16 Borage, Borago, 8 Desert Rose, Adenium, 31 Hosta Monkshood, Aconitum, 18 Salvia, Salvia, 38 Winecups, Callirhoe, 22 Huckleberry, Black, , 41 Bottlebrush Grass, Hystrix, 53 Desert Rose, Smooth, Adenia, 7 Gaylussacia Monkshood Vine, Ampelopsis, 27 Sandwort, Arenaria, 20 Winterberry, Ilex, 47 Hummingbird Mint, , 17, 35 Bougainvillea, Bougainvillea, 39 Dew Plant, Oscularia, 31 Agastache Moonflower, Ipomoea, 27 Sapphire Flower, Browallia, 38 Wintercreeper, Euonymus, 47 Hyacinth, Water, , 22 Bowman’s Root, Gillenia, 12 Dill, Bouquet, Anethum, 8 Eichornia Moss Rose, Portulaca, 37 Sarsaparilla, Wild, Aralia, 52 Wishbone Flower, Torenia, 39, 40 Hydrangea, , 6, 27, 45 Boxwood, Buxus, 44 Dinosaur Food, Gunnera, 7 Hydrangea Moss, Irish, Minuartia, 18 Savory, Satureja, 10 Wisteria, Wisteria, 30 Hyssop, , 50 Broccoli, Brassica, 23 Dock, Bloody, Rumex, 14 Agastache Mullein, Purple, Verbascum, 18 Saxifrage, Maple-Leaved, Mukdenia, Witch Alder, Fothergilla, 47 Hyssop, , 9 Brown-Eyed Susan, Rudbeckia, 49 Dogwood, Cornus, 41, 44 Hyssopus Mum, Chrysanthemum, 18 20 Wood Poppy, Japanese, Hylomecon, 7 Brunnera, Heartleaf, Brunnera, 12 Dragonhead, Dracocephalum, 14 I Mustard Greens, Brassica, 24 Scallions, Allium, 24 Woodrush, Greater, Luzula, 53 Dropseed, Sporobolus, 53 Scarlet Mallow, Pentapetes, 38 Brush Cherry, Topiary, Eugenia, 40 Ice Plant, Delosperma, 17 Dusty Miller, Senecio, 34 N Scholar Tree, Sophora, 47 Y Brussels Sprouts, Brassica, 23 Impatiens, Impatiens, 35, 39, 40 Dutchman’s Breeches, Dicentra, 49 Naranjilla, Solanum, 37 Sea Buckthorn, Hippophae, 47 Yarrow, Achillea, 52 Buckyeye, Red, Aesculus, 44 Indian Grass, Sorghastrum, 53 Dutchman’s Pipe, Aristolochia, 27 Nasturtium, Tropaeolum, 27, 37 Sea Holly, Eryngium, 20, 21, 38 Yellow Archangel, Lamiastrum, 22 Bugleweed, Ajuga, 12 Indian Paintbrush, , 50 Castilleja Nemesia, Nemesia, 37 Sea Onion, Ornithogalum, 31 Yellow Horn, Xanthoceras, 47 Bugloss, Anchusa, 12 E Indigo, Amorpha, 50 Bunchberry, , 49 New Jersey Tea, Ceanothus, 51 Sea Thrift, Armeria, 21 Yerba Buena, Clinopodium, 10 Cornus Easter Egg Plant, Adromischus, 31 Indigo, Baptisia, 17, 50 Bunny Tails, , 52 N.Z. Brass Buttons, Leptinella, 18 Sedge, Carex, 52, 53 Yew, Taxus, 47 Lagurus Echeveria, Echeveria, 31 Indigo, Yellow, Thermopsis, 17 Burnet, Menzies’, , 12 Ninebark, Physocarpus, 46 Sensitive Plant, Mimosa, 38 Yucca, Yucca, 22 Sanguisorba Eggplant, Solanum, 23 Iris, Iris, 6, 17, 50 Bush Clover, , 12 Northern Sea Oats, Chasmanthium, 53 Serviceberry, Amelanchier, 42 Yucca, Red, Hesperaloe, 7 Lespedeza Elderberry, Sambucus, 44 Ironweed, Vernonia, 50 Buttercup, , 12 Sesame, Black, Sesamum, 10 Ranunculus Elephant Ears, Colocasia, 40 Ivy, Boston, Parthenocissus, 27 O Z Butterfly Bush, , 12, 32 Seven Son Tree, Heptacodium, 47 Buddleia Elephant’s Foot Yam, Dioscorea, 7 Ivy, English, Hedera, 35 Oak, Bur, Quercus, 46 Zebra Plant, Haworthia, 31 Butterfly Flower, , 32 Shallots, Allium, 24 Asclepias Elm, Miniature, Ulmus, 6 Ivy, German, Senecio, 35 Oat Grass, Blue, Helictotrichon, 53 Zinnia, Zinnia, 40 Butterfly Garden, 49 Shamrock, Annual, Oxalis, 38 Empress Tree, Paulownia, 14 Obedient Plant, Physostegia, 51 Zinnia, Creeping, Sanvitalia, 40 Butterfly Weed, , 48 J Shamrock, Purple, Trifolium, 21 Asclepias Epazote, Chenopodium, 8 Okra, Abelmoschus, 24 Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Arisaema, 50 Shiso, Perilla, 10 Eucalyptus, Corymbia, 34 Onion, Allium, 6, 9, 18, 24, 51 C Jacob’s Ladder, , 17, 50 Shooting Star, Giant, Dodecatheon, 21 Polemonium Orchid, Platanthera, 6 Cabbage Palm, N.Z., Cordyline, 32 Jade Tree, Crassula, 31 Side-Oats Grama, Bouteloua, 53 Cabbage, Brassica, 23, 32, 33 Orchid, Liparis, 6 Silky Thread Grass, Stipa, 52 Cactus, Mammilaria, 31 Oregano, Origanum, 9, 18 Silver Dollar Vine, Xerosicyos, 39 www.FriendsSchoolPlantSale.com May 11–13, 2012 • Friends School Plant Sale 55 Index by Latin Name A Brassica, Kale, 23 Dianthus, Pinks, 7, 20, 38 Hylomecon, Wood Poppy, Japanese, 7 O Sanvitalia, Zinnia, Creeping, 40 Abelia, Abelia, Fragrant, 44 Brassica, Kohlrabi, 23 Dianthus, Sweet William, 22 Hypericum, Saint John’s Wort, 47, 52 Ocimum, Basil, 8 Satureja, Savory, 10 Abeliophyllum, Forsythia, Pink, 45 Brassica, Mustard Greens, 24 Diascia, Tw i n s p u r, 3 9 Hypocyrta, Goldfish Plant, 35 Oenothera, Sundrops, 21 Sauromatum, Voodoo Lily, 7 Abelmoschus, Okra, 24 Brassica, Rutabaga, 24 Dicentra, Bleeding Heart, 12 Hypoestes, Polka Dot, 38 Onoclea, Fern, 49 Saxifraga, Rockfoil, 20 Abies, Fir, Balsam, 45 Browallia, Jamaican Forget-Me-Nots, Dicentra, Dutchman’s Breeches, 49 Hyssopus, Hyssop, 9 Oplismenus, Basket Grass, 52 Scabiosa, Pincushion Flower, 20 Abies, Fir, Korean Variegated, 45 35 Dicentra, Bleeding Heart Vine, Hystrix, Bottlebrush Grass, 53 Opuntia, Prickly Pear, 31, 51 Schizachyrium, Bluestem, Little, 53 Abronia, Prairie Snowball, 20 Browallia, Sapphire Flower, 38 Yellow, 27 I Origanum, Marjoram, 9 Sciadopitys, Pine, Japanese Umbrella, Flowering Maple, 34 Brugmansia, Angel’s Trumpet, 40 Dichondra, Silver Nickel Vine, 38 Oregano, 9, 18 7 Abutilon, Ilex, Winterberry, 47 Origanum, Copperleaf, 34 Brunnera, Brunnera, Heartleaf, 12 Dictamnus, Gas Plant, 15 Sea Onion, 31 Scilla, Squill, Siberian, 21 Acalypha, Impatiens, Impatiens, 35, 39, 40 Ornithogalum, Bear’s Breeches, 11 Buddleia, Butterfly Bush, 12, 32 Digitalis, Foxglove, Common, 15 Dew Plant, 31 Scorzonera, Salsify, Black, 24 Acanthus, Imperata, Japanese Blood Grass, 52 Oscularia, Maple, Japanese, 46 Buxus, Boxwood, 44 Dioscorea, Elephant’s Foot Yam, 7 Fern, 49 Sedum, Stonecrop, 21, 31 Acer, Inula, Daisy, Thread Petal, 14 Osmunda, Yarrow, 52 Diospyros, Persimmon, 46 Sun Daisy, 39 Selaginella, Spike Moss, 38 Achillea, C Ipomoea, Moonflower, 27 Osteospermum, Toothache Plant, 39 Dirca, Leatherwood, 6 Shamrock, Annual, 38 Sempervivum, Hen and Chicks, 15, 17 Acmella, Caladium, Caladium, 33 Ipomoea, Sweet Potato, 25 Oxalis, Monkshood, 18 Dodecatheon, Shooting Star, 21 Senecio, Dusty Miller, 34 Aconitum, Calamagrostis, Blue Joint Grass, 53 Ipomoea, Sweet Potato Vine, 39 Sweet Flag, 22, 52 Dracaena, Spikes, 38 P Senecio, Ivy, German, 35 Acorus, Calamagrostis, Feather Reed Grass, 52 Ipomopsis, Trumpet Flower, Scarlet, Baneberry, 48 Dracocephalum, Dragonhead, 14 Pachypodium, Star of Lundi, 31 Sesamum, Sesame, Black, 10 Actaea, Calceolaria, Pocketbook Flower, 38 22 Cohosh, 13 Dregea, Wattakaka, 7 Pachysandra, Pachysandra, 18 Silene, Campion, 12 Actaea, Calendula, Calendula, 33 Iresine, Bloodleaf, 32 Kiwi, Hardy, 42 Dryopteris, Fern, 15, 49 Paeonia, Peony, 6, 18, 20 Silene, Fire Pink, 50 Actinidia, Calibrachoa, Million Bells, 37, 39 Iris, Iris, 6, 17, 50 Desert Rose, Smooth, 7 Panicum, Switch Grass, 52, 53 Silene, Royal Catchfly, 51 Adenia, Callicarpa, Purple Beautyberry, 46 E Isolepsis, Fiber Optic Grass, 52 Desert Rose, 31 Papaver, Poppy, 20, 38 Silphium, Compass Plant, 49 Adenium, Callirhoe, Winecups, 22 Echeveria, Echeveria, 31 Isopyrum, Rue Anemone, False, 51 Fern, Maidenhair, 49 Pardancanda, Candy Lily, 13 Silphium, Cup Plant, 49 Adiantum, Calluna, Heather, Summer, 15 Echinacea, Coneflower, 13, 49 Bleeding Heart, Climbing, Parnassia, Grass of Parnassus, 6 Sisyrinchium, Blue-Eyed Grass, 48, 49 Adlumia, Calocephalus, Silver Sticks, 31 Echinops, Thistle, Globe, 22 J 27 Parthenocissus, Ivy, Boston, 27 Smilacina, Solomon’s Seal, Starry, 52 Caltha, Marsh Marigold, 50 Echinopsis, Cactus, Peanut, 31 Jovibarba, Hen and Chicks, Mini, 17 Easter Egg Plant, 31 Passiflora, Passion Flower, 27 Solanum, Eggplant, 23 Adromischus, Camassia, Camas, 12 Echium, Viper’s Bugloss, 22 Juncus, Rush, 53 Vase Plant, 7 Paulownia, Empress Tree, 14 Solanum, Firethorn, 34 Aechmea, Campanula, Bellflower, 11, 48 Eichornia, Hyacinth, Water, 22 Juniperus, Juniper, 45 Aeonium, 31 Pelargonium, Geranium, 9, 35, 39 Solanum, Naranjilla, 37 Aeonium, Campanula, Canterbury Bells, 13 Elettaria, Cardamom, 22 Buckyeye, Red, 44 K Pennisetum, Fountain Grass, 52, 53 Solanum, Potato, 24 Aesculus, Campanula, Harebells, 50 Elsholtzia, Vietnamese Balm, 10 Chestnut, Horse, 44 Kalanchoe, Flapjack, 31 Pennisetum, Millet, 52 Solenostemon, Coleus, 33, 39 Aesculus, Campsis, Trumpet Creeper, 30 Ensete, Banana, Abyssian, 40 Hummingbird Mint, 17, Kniphofia, Red Hot Poker, 20 Penstemon, Beardtongue, 11, 48 Solidago, Goldenrod, 15, 50 Agastache, Canna, Canna, 33 Epimedium, Barrenwort, 6, 11 35 Koeleria, June Grass, 53 Pentapetes, Scarlet Mallow, 38 Sophora, Scholar Tree, 47 Capsicum, Pepper, 24, 25, 37 Equisetum, Horsetail, 22 Hyssop, 50 Pentas, Pentas, 37 Sorbaria, Spirea, Ash Leaf, 21 Agastache, Cardiospermum, Love-in-a-Puff, 27 Erigeron, Daisy, Fleabane, 14 L Agave, 31 Peperomia, Cow’s Hooves, 31 Sorghastrum, Indian Grass, 53 Agave, Carex, Sedge, 52, 53 Erinus, Fairy Foxglove, 14 Lactuca, Lettuce, 23, 24 Ageratum, 32 Pericallis, Cineraria, 33 Spiraea, Steeplebush, 52 Ageratum, Carpinus, Blue Beech, 44 Eritrichium, Forget-Me-Nots, Alpine, Lagurus, Bunny Tails, 52 Bugleweed, 12 Perilla, Perilla, 37 Spiraea, Spirea, Japanese, 47 Ajuga, Carum, Caraway, 8 34 Lamiastrum, Yellow Archangel, 22 Chocolate Vine, 27 Perilla, Shiso, 10 Spiranthes, Lady’s Tresses, 6, 18 Akebia, Carya, Hickory, Shagbark, 45 Erodium, Stork’s Bill, Yellow, 21 Lamium, Lamium, 18 Hollyhock, 17 Perovskia, Sage, Russian, 20 Sporobolus, Dropseed, 53 Alcea, Carya, Pecan, Northern, 46 Eruca, Arugula, 23 Lantana, Lantana, 36 Lady’s Mantle, 18 Persicaria, Coriander, Vietnamese, 8 Stachys, Betony, 11 Alchemilla, Caryopteris, Spirea, Blue, 47 Eryngium, Culantro, 8 Lapeirousia, Freesia, Hardy, 6 Chives, 8 Persicaria, Fleeceflower, 15 Stachys, Lamb’s Ear, 18 Allium, Cassia, Cassia, Popcorn, 33 Eryngium, Rattlesnake Master, 51 Larix, Larch, 45 Leek, Threecorner, 9 Petrorhagia, Tunic Flower, 22 Stapelia, Carrion Flower, 31 Allium, Castilleja, Indian Paintbrush, 50 Eryngium, Sea Holly, 20, 21, 38 Larix, Tamarack, 47 Leeks, 23 Petroselinum, Parsley, 9, 10, 24 Stenotaphrum, St. Augustine Grass, 52 Allium, Catalpa, Catalpa, 44 Erythronium, Trout Lily, 52 Lathyrus, Lord Anson’s Pea, 36 Onion, 6, 9, 18, 24, 51 Petunia, Petunia, 37, 39 Stephanandra, Laceshrub, 45 Allium, Catananche, Cupid’s Dart, 14 Eschscholzia, Poppy, California, 38 Lathyrus, Sweet Pea, Everlasting, 30 Ramps, 24 Philadelphus, Mockorange, 46 Stevia, Stevia, 10 Allium, Catharanthus, Vinca, 39 Escobaria, Cactus, Lee’s Dwarf Laurus, Bay Laurel, 8 Scallions, 24 Phlox, Phlox, 20, 51 Stipa, Silky Thread Grass, 52 Allium, Ceanothus, New Jersey Tea, 51 Snowball, 6 Lavandula, Lavender, 6, 9 Shallots, 24 Physalis, Chinese Lanterns, 13 Stokesia, Aster, Stokes’, 11 Allium, Celastrus, Bittersweet, 27 Eucomis, Pineapple Lily, 38 Leonotis, Lion’s Ears, 36 Aloe, 7, 8, 31 Physalis, Ground Cherry, 23 Strobilanthes, Persian Shield, 38 Aloe, Celosia, Cockscomb, 33 Eugenia, Brush Cherry, Topiary, 40 Leptinella, N.Z. Brass Buttons, 18 Verbena, Lemon, 10 Physalis, Tomatillo, 25 Stylophorum, Poppy, Wood, 51 Aloysia, Celosia, Flame Flower, 34 Euonymus, Wahoo, 47 Lespedeza, Bush Clover, Weeping, 12 Ginger, Variegated Shell, 40 Physocarpus, Ninebark, 46 Sutera, Bacopa, 32, 39 Alpinia, Celosia, Flamingo Flower, 34 Euonymus, Wintercreeper, 47 Leucanthemum, Daisy, Shasta, 14 Peruvian Lily, 38 Physostegia, Obedient Plant, 51 Symphoricarpos, Snowberry, 47 Alstroemeria, Centaurea, Bachelor’s Buttons, 11, 32 Eupatorium, Boneset, 49 Levisticum, Lovage, 9 Joseph’s Coat, 36 Picea, Spruce, 47 Symphytum, Comfrey, 8 Alternanthera, Centella, Gotu Kola, 9 Eupatorium, Mistflower, 18 Lewisia, Bitter Root, 12 Marshmallow, 9 Pieris, Andromeda, 44 Syringa, Lilac, 45, 46 Althaea, Centranthus, Jupiter’s Beard, 18 Eupatorium, Joe Pye Weed, 50 Liatris, Blazing Star, 12, 48 Alyssum, Perennial, 11 Pilea, Artillery Plant, 32 Alyssum, Cerastium, Snow in Summer, 21 Euphorbia, Candelabra Plant, 31 Ligularia, Ligularia, 18 T Amaranth, 23, 32 Pimpinella, Anise, 8 Amaranthus, Cercidiphyllum, Katsura, 45 Euphorbia, Caribbean Copper Plant, Lilium, Lily, 6, 19, 50 Tagetes, Marigold, 36 Love Lies Bleeding, 36 Pinellia, Green Dragon, Little, 6 Amaranthus, Cercis, Redbud, 46 33 Linum, Flax, 15, 34 Tagetes, Tarragon, Mexican, 10 Serviceberry, 42 Pinus, Pine, 46 Amelanchier, Cereus, Cereus, Monstrose, 31 Euphorbia, Crown of Thorns, 31 Liparis, Orchid, 6 Talinum, Jewels of Opar, 36 Indigo, 50 Platanthera, Orchid, 6 Amorpha, Cerinthe, Blue Shrimp Plant, 32 Euphorbia, Living Baseball, 31 Lippia, Aztec Sweet Herb, 32 Tamarix, Tamarisk, 47 Leadplant, 50 Platycodon, Balloon Flower, 11 Amorpha, Chaenomeles, Quince, 46 Euphorbia, Pencil Tree, 31 Lithops, Living Stones, 31 Taxus, Yew, 47 Tree of India (Voodoo Plectranthus, Oregano, Cuban, 9 Amorphophallus, Chamaecyparis, Cypress, False, 44 Euphorbia, Spurge, 21, 31, 39 Lobelia, Cardinal Flower, 49 Thalictrum, Meadow Rue, 18, 50, 51 Lily), 7 Plectranthus, Troy’s Gold, 39 Chamaemelum, Chamomile, Roman, 8 Eustoma, Lisianthus, 36 Lobelia, Lobelia, 36, 39, 50 Thelypteris, Fern, 14 Monkshood Vine, 27 Pogostemon, Patchouli, 10 Ampelopsis, Chasmanthium, Northern Sea Oats, 53 Lobularia, Alyssum, Sweet, 32 Thermopsis, Indigo, Yellow, 17 Porcelain Berry, 27 Polemonium, Jacob’s Ladder, 17, 50 Ampelopsis, Chelone, Turtlehead, 22, 52 F Lonicera, Honeyberry, 41 Thuja, Arborvitae, 44 Bluestar, 12 Poliomintha, Oregano, Mexican, 9 Amsonia, Chenopodium, Epazote, 8 Fallugia, Apache Plume, 11 Lonicera, Honeysuckle, Trumpet, 27 Thunbergia, Black-Eyed Susan Vine, Pearly Everlasting, 51 Polyanthes, Tuberose, 39 Anaphalis, Chionanthus, Fringetree, White, 45 Festuca, Fescue, 53 Lophospermum, Gloxinia, Creeping, 35 27, 39 Bugloss, 12 Polygonum, Kiss-Me-Over-the- Anchusa, Chrysanthemum, Daisy, Snowland, 34 Ficus, Fig, Turkey, 41 Lotus, Birdsfoot Trefoil, 12 Thunbergia, Sky Vine, 27 Bog Rosemary, 49 Garden-Gate, 36 Andromeda, Chrysanthemum, Mum, 18 Filipendula, Queen of the Prairie, 51 Lupinus, Lupine, 18, 37, 50 Thymophylla, Daisy, Dahlberg, 34 Bluestem, Big, 53 Polygonatum, Solomon’s Seal, 21, 52 Andropogon, Chrysanthemum, Tong Ho, 10 Foeniculum, Fennel, 8 Lupinus, Texas Bluebonnet, 39 Thymus, Thyme, 10, 22 Jasmine, Rock, 18 Pontederia, Pickerel Rush, 22 Androsace, Cissus, Rex Begonia Vine, 27 Forsythia, Forsythia, 45 Luzula, Woodrush, Greater, 53 Tiarella, Foamflower, 15 Anemone, 11 Porophyllum, Papalo, 9 Anemone, Citrullus, Watermelon, 25 Fothergilla, Witch Alder, 47 Lychnis, Maltese Cross, 18 Tithonia, Mexican Sunflower, 37 Pasque Flower, 18, 51 Portulaca, Moss Rose, 37 Anemone, Citrus, Citrus (Lemon, Lime, Orange, Fragaria, Strawberry, 39, 42 Lycopersicon, Tomato, 25, 26, 39 Torenia, Wishbone Flower, 39, 40 Rue Anemone, 51 Potentilla, Cinquefoil, Woody, 49 Anemonella, Kumquat), 7 Fritillaria, Fritillary, 6 Lysimachia, Gooseneck, Purple, 15 Tradescantia, Oyster Plant, 37 Dill, Bouquet, 8 Primula, Primrose, 20 Anethum, Clarkia, Farewell to Spring, 34 Fuchsia, Fuchsia, 34, 35, 39 Lysimachia, Moneywort, 18 Tradescantia, White Gossamer, 39 Angelica, 11, 48 Prunus, Almond, Dwarf Russian, 44 Angelica, Clematis, Clematis, 13, 30 Trichosanthes, Gourd, Snake, 7 Angel Mist, 32 G Prunus, Apricot, 41 Angelonia, Clematis, Fremont’s Leather Flower, 6 M Tricyrtis, Toad Lily, Japanese, 22 Pussytoes, 51 Gaillardia, Blanket Flower, 12 Magnolia, 46 Prunus, Cherry, 41, 44 Antennaria, Cleome, Spiderflower, 38 Magnolia, Trifolium, Clover, Red Feather, 13 Vanilla Grass, 10 Galanthus, Snowdrop, 21 Mahonia, Creeping Hollygrape, 14 Prunus, Chokecherry, 44 Anthoxanthum, Clerodendrum, Bleeding Heart Vine, Trifolium, Shamrock, Purple, 21 Snapdragon, 38 Galium, Sweet Woodruff, 22 May Flower, 50 Prunus, Peach, 42 Antirrhinum, 27 Maianthemum, Trigonella, Fenugreek, 8 Celery, 8, 23 Gasteria, Lawyer’s Tongue, 31 Mallow, Annual, 37 Prunus, Plum, 42 Apium, Clinopodium, Yerba Buena, 10 Malope, Trillium, Trillium, 7, 22, 52 Celeriac, 23 Gaura, Gaura, 35 Malus, Apple, 41 Pseuderanthemum, Black Varnish, 32 Apium, Clitoria, Blue Pea Vine, 27 Trollius, Globe Flower, 15 Columbine, 13, 49 Gaylussacia, Huckleberry, 41 Hollyhock, French, 17 Pseudofumaria, Bleeding Heart, Aquilegia, Cobaea, Cup and Saucer Vine, 27 Malva, Tropaeolum, Nasturtium, 27, 37 Rock Cress, 20 Gazania, Gazania, 35 Cactus, Feather, 31 Yellow, 12 Arabis, Coffea, Coffee, 8 Mammilaria, Tropaeolum, Canary Bird Vine, 27 Peanuts, 24 Gentiana, Gentian, 15, 50 Mammillaria, Rose Pincushion, 31 Ptilotus, Pink Mulla Mulla, 38 Arachis, Collinsia, Chinese Houses, 33 Tsuga, Hemlock, 45 Sarsaparilla, Wild, 52 Geranium, Cranesbill, 13, 14 Jasmine, Brazilian, 36 Pulmonaria, Lungwort, 18 Aralia, Colocasia, Elephant Ears, 40 Mandevilla, Tulipa, Tulip, Wild, 22 Spikenard, 10, 21 Geranium, Geranium, Wild, 50 Mandevilla, 40 Puya, Puya, 7 Aralia, Comptonia, Sweetfern, 47 Mandevilla, Tweedia, Milkweed, Blue-Flowered, Kinnikinnick, 50 Geum, Avens, 11 Manettia, Candy Corn Flag, 27 Pycnanthemum, Mint, Mountain, 51 Arctostaphyllos, Convallaria, Lily of the Valley, 18 37 Daisy, Blue-Eyed, 34 Geum, Prairie Smoke, 51 Agave, Rattlesnake, 31 Pyrus, Pear, 42 Arctotis, Corchorus, Jute, Tossa, 9 Manfreda, Typha, Cattail, Dwarf, 22 Sandwort, 20 Gilia, Gilia, Globe, 35 Chamomile, German, 8 Arenaria, Cordyline, Cabbage Palm, N.Z., 32 Matricaria, Q Typhonium, Voodoo Lily, 7 Jack-in-the-Pulpit, 50 Gillenia, Bowman’s Root, 12 Matricaria, Pineapple Weed, 10 Arisaema, Cordyline, Hawaiian Ti, 40 Quercus, Oak, Bur, 46 Dutchman’s Pipe, 27 Gillia, Bird’s Eyes, 32 Ostrich Fern, 49 Aristolochia, Coreopsis, Coreopsis, 13, 34, 49 Matteuccia, U Sea Thrift, 21 Gloriosa, Gloriosa Lily, 27 Stocks, 39 R Armeria, Coriandrum, Cilantro, 8 Matthiola, Ulmus, Elm, Miniature, 6 Horseradish, 9 Gomphrena, Globe Amaranth, 35 Mecardonia, Baby Jump Up, 32 Raddichio, Radicchio, 24 Armoracia, Cornus, Bunchberry, 49 Uncarina, Malagasy Fire Bush, 7 Prophet Flower, 20 Gunnera, Dinosaur Food, 7 Poppy, Blue, 20 Ranunculus, Buttercup, 12 Arnebia, Cornus, Dogwood, 41, 44 Meconopsis, Uvularia, Merrybells, 51 Chokeberry, Glossy, 44 Gymnocalycium, Cactus, Paraguayan Ruby Grass, 52 Ratibida, Coneflower, Yellow, 49 Aronia, Corydalis, Fumeroot, Ferny, 6, 15 Melinus, Sage, Prairie, 51 Ball, 31 Melissa, Lemon Balm, 9 Ratibida, Mexican Hat, 51 V Artemisia, Corylus, Harry Lauder’s Walking Gynostemma, Jiaogulan, 9 Cuke-nuts, 23 Rheum, Rhubarb, 24 Vaccinium, Blueberry, 41 Artemisia, Sweet Annie, 10 Stick, 45 Melothria, Tarragon, French, 10 Gypsophila, Baby’s Breath, 11 Mint, 9, 51 Rhodiola, Roseroot, 20 Vaccinium, Lingonberry, 42 Artemisia, Corylus, Hazelnut, American, 41 Mentha, Goatsbeard, 15 Mertensia, Bluebells, Virginia, 49 Rhodochiton, Bell Vine, Purple, 27 Verbascum, Mullein, Purple, 18 Aruncus, Corymbia, Eucalyptus, 34 H Snapdragon, Climbing, 27 Cypress, Russian, 44 Rhododendron, Azalea, 44 Verbena, Verbena, 39 Asarina, Coryphantha, Spiny Star, 21 Haemanthus, Royal Paint Brush, 7 Microbiota, Ginger, 15, 50 Cat’s Claw, 13 Rhododendron, Rhododendron, 46 Verbena, Ver vain, 52 Asarum, Cosmos, Cosmos, Dwarf, 34 Hakonechloa, Japanese Forest Grass, Mimosa, Butterfly Flower, 32 Mimosa, Sensitive Plant, 38 Rhus, Sumac, 47 Vernonia, Ironweed, 50 Asclepias, Cotinus, Smokebush, 47 53 Butterfly Weed, 49 Monkey Flower, 37, 51 Ribes, Currant, 41 Veronica, Speedwell, 21 Asclepias, Cowania, Mexican Cliffrose, 6 Haworthia, Zebra Plant, 31 Mimulus, Milkweed, 51 Mina, Firecracker Vine, 27 Ribes, Gooseberry, 41 Veronicastrum, Culver’s Root, 14, 49 Asclepias, Crassula, Crassula, 31 Hedera, Ivy, English, 35 Pawpaw, 42 Moss, Irish, 18 Ricinus, Castor Bean, 33 Viburnum, Cranberry, 44 Asimina, Crassula, Jade Tree, 31 Hedychium, Ginger, White, 9 Minuartia, Asparagus, 23 Four O’Clocks, 34 Robinia, Locust, Black, 46 Viburnum, Snowball, Fragrant, 47 Asparagus, Crocosmia, Falling Stars, 34 Helenium, Helen’s Flower, 15, 35, 50 Mirabilis, Asparagus, Vining, 27 Miscanthus, Maiden Grass, 53 Rosa, Rose, 43 VIburnum, Viburnum, 47 Asparagus, Crossandra, Firecracker Flower, 34 Helianthemum, Rock Rose, 20 Asparagus Fern, 32 Bishop’s Cap, 48 Rosmarinus, Rosemary, 10 Vigna, Snail Vine, 27 Asparagus, Cucumis, Melon, 24 Helianthus, Sunchoke, 24 Mitella, Aster, 11, 32, 48 Bells of Ireland, 32 Rubus, Blackberry, 48 Vigna, Chinese Red Noodle Bean, 27 Aster, Cuminum, Cumin, 8 Helianthus, Sunflower, Downy, 22 Moluccella, Astilbe, 11 Bitter Melon, 23 Rubus, Raspberry, 42 Vinca, Periwinkle, 20 Astilbe, Cuphea, Bat Face, 32 Helichrysum, Curry Plant, 8 Momordica, Fern, 14, 49 Bee Balm, 11, 48 Rudbeckia, Black-Eyed Susan, 12, 32, 48 Vinca, Vinca Vines, 39 Athyrium, Cuphea, Cigar Flower, 33 Helichrysum, Licorice Plant, 36 Monarda, Bergamot, Wild, 48 Rudbeckia, Brown-Eyed Susan, 49 Viola, Johnny Jump-ups, 36 Cuphea, Mexican Heather, 37 Helictotrichon, Oat Grass, Blue, 53 Monarda, B Mint, Lemon, 9 Rudbeckia, Coneflower, 49 Viola, Pansy, 37 Cydonia, Quince, Common, 42 Heliopsis, Sunflower, Early, 52 Monarda, Baptisia, Indigo, 17, 50 Saxifrage, Maple-Leaved, Ruellia, Petunia, Wild, 51 Viola, Violet, 22, 52 Cymbalaria, Kennilworth Ivy, 18 Heliotropium, Heliotrope, 35 Mukdenia, Basella, Malabar Spinach, 24 20 Rumex, Dock, Bloody, 14 Vitis, Grape, 41 Cymbopogon, Lemon Grass, 9 Helleborus, Hellebore, 15 Begonia, Begonia, 32, 39 Banana, 40 Rumex, Sorrel, 10 Cynara, Artichoke, 32 Hemerocallis, Daylily, 6, 14 Musa, W Belamcanda, Blackberry Lily, 12 Forget-Me-Nots, 15 Ruta, Rue, 10 Cynara, Cardoon, 33 Hepatica, Hepatica, 6, 50 Myosotis, Weigela, Cardinal Bush, 44 Bergenia, Heartleaf, 15 Myrica, Bayberry, 44 Ruttya, Rabbit Ears, 40 Berlandiera, Chocolate Flower, 13 Cyperus, Palm, Umbrella, 22 Heptacodium, Seven Son Tree, 47 Wisteria, Wisteria, 30 Beta, Chard, Swiss, 23 Cyperus, Papyrus, 22, 40 Hesperaloe, Yucca, Red, 7 N S Withania, Ashwaganda, 8 Betula, Birch, 44 Cypripedium, Lady’s Slipper, 6 Heuchera, Alum Root, 48 Nemesia, Nemesia, 37 Sagittaria, Arrowhead, 22 X Cystopteris, Fern, 49 Heuchera, Coral Bells, 13 Pussy Willow, 46 Borago, Borage, 8 Neochilenia, Cactus, Purple Ball, 31 Salix, Xanthoceras, Yellow Horn, 47 Heucherella, Foamy Bells, 15 Willow, 47 Bougainvillea, Bougainvillea, 39 D Nepeta, Catmint, 13 Salix, Xerosicyos, Silver Dollar Vine, 39 Blue Grama Grass, 53 Hibiscus, Hibiscus, 17, 35, 40 Catnip, 8 Salpiglossis, Painted Tongue, 37 Bouteloua, Dahlia, Dahlia, 7, 34 Nepeta, Side-Oats Grama, 53 Hibiscus, Rose Mallow, 20 Fern, Boston, 39 Salsola, Land Seaweed, 9 Bouteloua, Dalea, Purple Prairie Clover, 51 Nephrolepis, Y Bok Choi, 23 Hibiscus, Rose of Sharon, 47 Tobacco, Flowering, 39 Salvia, Sage, 10, 20, 38 Yucca, 22 Brassica, Datura, Angel’s Trumpet, 32 Nicotiana, Yucca, Broccoli, 23 Hierochloe, Sweet Grass, 53 Nierembergia, Cup Flower, 34 Salvia, Salvia, 38 Brassica, Delonix, Flamboyant Tree, 7 Brussels Sprouts, 23 Hippophae, Sea Buckthorn, 47 Cumin, Black, 8 Sambucus, Elderberry, 44 Z Brassica, Delosperma, Ice Plant, 17 Nigella, Cabbage, 23, 32 Hosta, Hosta, 16 Love-in-a-Mist, 36 Sanguinaria, Bloodroot, 6, 48 Zantedeschia, Calla, 7 Brassica, Delphinium, Delphinium, 14 Nigella, Cauliflower, 23 Houttuynia, Chamelon Plant, 13 Nolana, Chilean Bell Flower, 33 Sanguisorba, Burnet, 12 Zea, Maize, Giant, 7 Brassica, Delphinium, Larkspur, 36, 50 Collards, 23 Humulus, Hops, Golden, 27 , Water Lily, 22 Sansieveria, Snake Plant, 40 Zea, Popcorn, Strawberry, 24 Brassica, Deschampsia, Tufted Hair Grass, 53 Nymphaea Brassica, Flower Sprouts, 23 Hydrangea, Hydrangea, 6, 27, 45 Santolina, Lavender Cotton, 36 Zinnia, Zinnia, 40