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Aconitum fischeri (monkshood)
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#1 gal. pot available for only: $8.95
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Striking 18-24" tall spikes with blue flowers from late summer to early fall when few other flowers are in bloom. Each individual flower is shaped like a little helmet or hood, giving the plant its common name of monkshood. Strong stems do not not require staking, making this plant a great choice over delphiniums. Distinctive deeply divided, dark green glossy foliage is pretty even when the plant is not in bloom. Prefers part shade, especially afternoon shade, but will tolerate more sun given more moisture and rich soil.
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Acorus calamus (variegated sweet flag)
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4.5" pot available for only: $4.95
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Chartruese and green stripes dense, grassy 12" clumps make a bright accent or groundcover at water's edge or in poorly draining areas, but will also tolerate drier soil in shade. This North American native plant's roots were used by Native Americans and later pioneers as a candy.
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Acorus gramineus 'Ogon' (Japanese rush)
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4.5" pot available for only: $4.95
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Green and white stripes on grassy 12" tall foliage make a bright contrast at water's edge or in shade gardens. This small grassy foliage plant also makes a nice container specimen. Excellent plant for water's edge, but will also tolerate drier soil in shade.
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Actaea pachypoda (baneberry, cohosh or doll's eyes )
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#1 gal. pot available for only: $12.95
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Spring bloomer with white flowers, this bushy native plant sports glossy white berries that resemble doll's eyes. Grows to 3' tall in part to full shade.
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Adenophera liliifolia 'Amethyst' (ladybells)
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4.5" pot available for only: $4.95
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This Asian campanula relative grows to 30” tall, with spikes of flaring lavender-blue bells summer to fall. Fragrant flowers are good for cutting too. Plants form fleshy roots that spread with age. Deadheading will promote more bloom. Loves rich, moist soil but tolerates dry, hot periods and also self sows.
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Aegopodium podagraria Variegatum' (bishop's weed)
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4.5" pot available for only: $4.95
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Densely foliaged fast covering groundcover with silver edged leaves, this easy to grow plant sports clusters of small white flowers in late summer. Thrives in poor soil, but prefers some shade. An excellent plant for difficult shade areas where not much else will grow. Grows 10-15" high.
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Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow' (bugleweed)
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4.5" pot available for only: $4.95
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Dark green foliage is edged in shades of creamy-white and rose-burgundy. In fall, mature leaves turn deep bronze. From mid to late spring, blue flower spikes emerge over spreading foliage. This cultivar is slower spreading than other varieties, making it a good choice for edging or other applications where controlled growth is needed. Ajugas grow well in the shade of large trees where grass is hard to establish and resources are not plentiful. Prized for its attractive, colorful foliage that looks nice all year and contrasts easily with hostas and other perennials.
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Ajuga reptans 'Dixie Chip' (bugleweed)
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4.5" pot available for only: $4.95
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Small rounded leaves like 'Chocolate Chip', but with colorful green, cream, and rose-purple variegated foliage. From mid to late spring, short spikes of violet blue flowers stand upright above the low, spreading foliage. Its petite size makes this variety suitable for planting between stepping stones, in wall crevices, or in other small spaces. Try mixing it with a creeping thyme for contrast.
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Ajuga tenorii 'Chocolate Chip' (bugleweed)
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4.5" pot available for only: $4.95
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Narrow, burgundy leaves grow only 4" high and are topped in late spring by purple-blue flower spikes. Nice texture and super low habit.
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Alchemilla mollis (lady's mantle)
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4.5" pot available for only: $4.95
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An excellent border plant or groundcover, blooms in early summer. Airy sprays of greenish-yellow hover over large, round leaves with serrated edges. Grows best in cool, moist areas. Plants grow 12-18" tall and wide.
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