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As the nation’s leading wholesale perennial grower, we are excited to offer you a vast selection of over 1,000 new and classic perennials of the finest quality. In this section, you will find an abundance of daylilies, hostas, ground covers, ornamental grasses, vines, and many other perennials. We have something to fill every need from drought tolerant varieties to those that bloom all summer.

Don’t miss our Proven Winners® Perennials highlighted in green, over 100 new items in red, and our exclusives and WGI introductions in brown.

Extensive research has been put into the following plant descriptions. While every effort has been made to portray them accurately, please keep in mind that the height, bloom time, and color may differ slightly in various climates throughout North America. Our listings typically describe the characteristics of a three year old plant. They are based on our own experience growing these plants in Michigan as well as numerous other resources including those cited on p. 201 of this catalog.

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Achillea ‘Moonshine’

Aconitum ‘Blue Lagoon’

Achillea ‘Pretty Belinda’

Aconitum fischeri

Seduction Series

Achillea Seduction Series(Yarrow) This impressive Achillea series is the best we’ve seen! Unlike older cultivars with a weaker, open habit, these plants have a compact, sturdy and robust habit. Beautiful cultivated looking varieties; great in containers at retail and admirable performers in the landscape. Bred by Sahin.Asexual propagation prohibited. Special Blooms label required.18-24in/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/#1 Grade, 72ct C

Achillea millefolium ‘Saucy Seduction’ PP20782ACHSAG1, ACHSA72 Flowers open intense fuchsia pink, lightening to medium pink. New flowers are produced all summer, providing an array of color over an extended period.

Achillea millefolium ‘Strawberry Seduction’ PP18401ACHSSG1, ACHSS72 Large clusters of strawberry red flowers with a gold center form a domed canopy atop a robust, com-pact, upright clump of grey-green foliage. Mature flowers turn buff yellow, extending the interest late into the season.

Achillea millefolium ‘Sunny Seduction’ PP20808ACHSUG1, ACHSU72 Flowers open intense lemon yellow, lightening to pastel yellow. New flowers are produced all summer. A tremendous improvement over ‘Moonshine’.

Achillea millefolium ‘Saucy Seduction’ PP20782

Achillea millefolium ‘Strawberry Seduction’ PP18401

Achillea millefolium ‘Sunny Seduction’ PP20808

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AAchillea ‘Moonshine’ACHMOG1, ACHMO72 (Yarrow) Flat-topped, canary yellow flower clusters and bright silver, ferny foliage. This is a clump-forming selection that blooms over a long period. Plants will rebloom if they are cut back. 18-24in/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/#1 Grade, 72ct C

Award: RHS

Achillea ‘Pretty Belinda’ACHPBG1 (Yarrow) An improvement over ‘Apple Blossom’; improved habit and stronger flower color. Rich pink, flat-topped flower clus-ters age to light pink, creating a multi-tonal effect. Ferny, green foliage forms a compact, upright, non-spreading clump. 20in/ESu-MSu/Z4-8/#1 Grade C

Aconitum ‘Blue Lagoon’ACOBLG1 (Monkshood) A shorter selection with bright blue flowers that start to bloom lower on the stalks than typical Aconitums. Deeply divided, dark green foliage. Just the right size for containers or the front of the border. 10-12in/MSu-LSu/Z4-8/#1 Grade DCannot ship to Canada.

Aconitum fischeriACOFIG1 (Azure Monks-hood) Produces upright spikes of lavender-blue flowers. This species has particularly strong stems that will not require staking. Deeply divided, dark green, glossy foliage. 18-24in/LSu-EFa/Z4-8/#1 Grade DCannot ship to Canada.

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Aconitum napellusACONAG1 (Common Monkshood) Striking, upright spikes of violet-blue flowers. The deeply divided, dark green, glossy foliage makes this selection attractive even when it is not in bloom. Rarely bothered by pests or diseases. 3ft/MSu-LSu/Z4-8/#1 Grade D

Actaea pachypoda ‘Misty Blue’ACTMB20 (White Baneberry) Lovely native woodland perennial. Low maintenance and long lived. Forms a sizable multi-stemmed clump of blue-green foliage topped with small clusters of white flowers. Showy white fruits (“doll’s eyes”) are borne on red pedicels in autumn.2-3ft/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/20ct T

Adenophora ‘Amethyst’ADEAM30 (Ladybells) Produces tall spikes of amethyst-blue, nodding, bell-shaped flowers arranged sym-metrically on the stems. They are wonderful in fresh flower bouquets. Nice vertical accent for the middle of the flower border. 30-36in/LSp-MSu/Z3-8/30ct S

Agastache aurantiaca ‘Apricot Sprite’AGAAS30 (Anise Hyssop) This dwarf, compact cultivar produces vibrant peachy apricot colored flower spikes all summer long. The grey-green foliage is edible. From Thomp-son & Morgan. 18in/ESu-LSu/Z6-9/30ct S

Award: FQM

Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’AGABFG1 (Anise Hyssop) A hybrid of A. rugosa and A. foeniculum. Lav-ender blue, bottlebrush-like flowers on strong, upright stems. A very long bloomer. Provides color in the

garden late in the season. 24-36in/MSu-EFa/Z4-9/#1 Grade C

Awards: RHS, ISU

Agastache ‘Bolero’AGABO30, AGABO72 (Hyssop) One of the longest blooming perennials in our gardens. Vivid rose purple flower spikes rise above the bronzy green foliage. Forms a compact, branched clump of aromatic, slug and deer resistant foliage. Well-adapted to dry soils. From Jelitto.16in/MSu-EFa/Z5-10/30 & 72ct S

Agastache ‘Purple Haze’AGAPHG1 (Anise Hyssop) The darkest purple variety we’ve seen yet! Vibrant violet-purple flowers are presented on strong, upright stems. Blue-green foliage. Can be pinched back to restrict height if desired. 3ft/MSu-EFa/Z6-9/#1 Grade C

Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’ PP15815AJUBS30, AJUBS128 (Bugleweed) Attractive smaller-scale groundcover with glossy, near-black, scalloped leaves. Shocking violet blue flow-ers appear on short spikes in spring. Stays compact without growth regulators.3-6in/MSp-LSp/Z4-10/30 & 128ct CAsexual propagation prohibited.

Ajuga reptans ‘Burgundy Glow’AJUBG30, AJUBG128 (Bugleweed) Tri-colored foliage in shades of creamy-white, rose-burgundy, and dark green. In fall, mature leaves turn deep bronze, and newer growth is a rose tone. Produces short spikes of blue flowers. Evergreen. 6in/MSp-LSp/Z3-10/30 & 128ct C

Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’ PP15815

Agastache aurantiaca ‘Apricot Sprite’

Ajuga reptans ‘Burgundy Glow’

Agastache ‘Purple Haze’

Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’

Adenophora ‘Amethyst’

Aconitum napellus Actaea pachypoda ‘Misty Blue’

x/x/x/x/x = foliage height / scape height (where applicable) / bloom time / zone / size offered

Agastache ‘Bolero’

Photo courtesy of Pat Acheff

Photo Courtesy of Jelitto Staudensamen GmbH

Photo courtesy of David Culp

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Alcea Halo Series

Alcea rosea Halo Series - Blush

Alcea rosea hybrids—Halo Series(Hollyhock) From the breeding work of Thompson & Morgan comes this new series of hollyhocks that was 16 years in the making. Variet-ies were selected for their large, single, bicolor flowers. Each displays a prominent, contrasting halo in the center of the flower. Forms a bushy clump of rugose green foliage. Per the breeder, they are hardy perennials.5-6ft/ESu-MSu/Z3-8/30 & 72ct S

Alcea rosea Halo Series - BlushALCHB30, ALCHB72 Large, white flowers with a prominent fuchsia red halo and yellow center Alcea rosea Halo Series - CeriseALCHC30, ALCHC72 Large, cerise pink flowers with a deep purple halo

Alcea rosea hybrids—Spotlight Series(Hollyhock) After 18 years of development, Jelitto released their series of stable, straight color, single flowered hollyhocks. These plants are truly perennial, not biennial.5-6ft/MSu/Z3-9/30 & 72ct S

‘Blacknight’ ALCBL30, ALCBL72 Deep black-purple. ‘Mars Magic’ ALCMM30, ALCMM72 Bright red. ‘Sunshine’ ALCSU30, ALCSU72 Bright yellow.

Alcea Spotlight Series

Alcea rosea ‘Blacknight’

Alcea rosea ‘Mars Magic’

Alcea rosea ‘Sunshine’

Photo courtesy of Thompson & Morgan


Alcea rosea Halo Series - Cerise

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Alcea rosea ‘Fiesta Time’ Alcea rosea PEACHES ‘N’ DREAMS™

Alcea ‘Summer Memories’ Alchemilla mollis

Alcea rosea ‘Fiesta Time’ALCFT30, ALCFT72 (Hol-lyhock) This vibrant seed selec-tion produces relatively short spikes of double, cerise pink, fringed blossoms beginning in midsummer. The shorter height makes it more suitable to courtyard gardens and con-tainers than its taller cousins. First year flowering. 3ft/MSu/Z(6)7-9/30 & 72ct S

Alcea rosea PEACHES ‘N’ DREAMS™ALCPD30 (Hollyhock) From the breeding program of Thompson & Morgan. Tall, strong stalks bear large, fully double, creamy-peach flow-ers (sometimes tinged with raspberry pink). Deeply lobed, green leaves.4-6ft/MSu/Z3-9/30ct S

Award: Thompson & Morgan Plant of the Year

Alcea ‘Summer Memories’WGI Exclusive IntroALCSM30 (Hollyhock) A seed strain selected and hand-picked by Walters Gardens. A mixed color strain of single flowers including: light yellow, white, rose-pink, deep red, burgundy, and orange. They are borne on very tall stalks in midsummer. 6ft/MSu/Z2-8/30ct S

Alchemilla mollisALCMO30, ALCMO72 (Lady’s Mantle) The fuzzy leaves of this species catch the tiny dew droplets that glimmer in the morning sun. Foliage is soft grey-green and nearly round with deep lobes. Produces sprays of tiny, yellow-green flowers in spring. 15-18in/LSp-ESu/Z3-7/30 & 72ct S

Award: RHS

Alcea rosea Chater’s Double Hybrids–Mixed

Alcea rosea Chater’s Double Hybrids–Pink

Alcea rosea Chater’s Double Hybrids–Scarlet

Alcea rosea Chater’s Double Hybrids–Yellow

Chater’s Double Hybrids

Photo courtesy of MasterTag

Alcea rosea Chater’s Double Hybrids(Hollyhock) Ruffled, fully double flowers are produced on tall, sturdy, spikes in midsummer. They open from the bottom of the stalk to the top over a long period. 4-6ft/MSu/Z2-8/30ct S

Mixed ALCMI30 A mixed seed strain of the following colors: pink, apricot, violet, purple, scarlet, yellow, and white.Pink ALCPI30 (Formerly sold as ‘Newport Pink’) Pink. Scarlet ALCSC30 Scarlet red.Yellow ALCYE30 Yellow.

Photo courtesy of Thompson & Morgan

EXCLUSIVE

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Allium ‘Millenium’ALLMIG1 (Ornamental Onion) The best Allium we’ve seen in years! A profusion of large 2” round, bright rosy purple flower clusters appear on strong stems. Forms a pic-ture perfect, compact, upright clump of glossy green, thick and strappy leaves. Does not reseed. 15-20in/MSu-LSu/Z5-8/#1 Grade D Cannot ship to Canada, Georgia, or Idaho.

Allium senescens ‘Blue Eddy’ ALLBEG1 (Ornamental Onion) Named for its attrac-tive, pinwheel-like rosettes of blue-grey to grey-green foliage which resemble “small swirl-ing eddies of water” according

to breeder Mark McDonough. 1 ½” round clusters of light lilac pink flowers appear atop naked stems. Does not reseed.8-12in/LSu-EFa/Z4-8/#1 Grade DCannot ship to Canada, Georgia, or Idaho.

Alstroemeria INCA ICE™ (‘Koice’)ALSII20 (Peruvian Lily) The Inca Collection® Forms a bushy, upright clump of linear green leaves which are covered in flowers in summer. Soft apricot pink and creamy yel-low flowers are produced in clusters of 20 or more. Bred for garden use. Has overwin-tered here for 4 years.2-3ft/MSu-LSu/Z5-9/20ct T

Amsonia ‘Blue Ice’AMSBIG1 (Blue Star) Clus-

ters of plump navy blue buds open to large, vivid periwinkle blue, star-shaped flowers. Broader, bright green leaves turn yellow in fall and form a compact clump. A selection from White Flower Farm. 12-16in/LSp-ESu/Z3-9/#1 Grade C

Amsonia hubrichtiiAMSHUG1 (Arkansas Blue Star) A southern native with very narrow, needle-like leaves that line the stems like bottlebrushes. Produces 2-3 in. clusters of small, light blue, star-shaped flowers. Valued for its golden yellow fall color. 3ft/LSp-ESu/Z4-9/#1 Grade S

Award: PPA ‘11, MOBOT

Allium ‘Millenium’ Allium senescens ‘Blue Eddy’

Amsonia ‘Blue Ice’

Alstroemeria INCA ICE™ (‘Koice’)

Amsonia hubrichtii

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Why are Bare Root Amsonia better?

Walters Gardens, Inc. is one of few, if not the only, wholesale growers in the US who offers Amsonia in bare root form. Though we’ve tried growing it in plugs in the past, we’ve been astounded by the difference in quality since switching to bare root production.

The number of eyes on a #1 grade bare root Amsonia ranges from 5-8 compared to just 1 or 2 in plug form. They finish beauti-fully in a 2-qt or 1-gal container, forming a full and bushy plant. Now that’s value!

Our #1 Grade bare root Amsonia averages 5-8 eyes each.

Finished plants from bare root have 5-8 strong stems each and lush foliage that fills out the pot nicely.


Anemone ‘Honorine Jobert’ANEHJ20, ANEHJ72 ( Japanese Anemone) A classic cottage garden perennial; one of the best for late season interest. Single, 2-3”, pure white flowers with a yellow center are produced atop tall, wiry stems above the attrac-tive dark green foliage. 3-4ft/LSu-EFa/Z4-8/20 & 72ct T

Anemone ‘Queen Charlotte’ANEQC20, ANEQC72 (‘Königin Charlotte’) ( Japanese Anemone) A classic cottage garden perennial; one of the best for late season interest. Large 3-4”, semi-double, light pink flowers with a yellow center are produced atop tall, wiry stems.2-3ft/LSu-EFa/Z4-8/20 & 72ct T

Anemone sylvestrisANESY30 (Snowdrop Anem-one) Pure white, 2 in. wide flowers are borne singly on bare stems above the dark green, divided foliage. This species spreads by rhizomes. Makes a choice groundcover for part shade. 12-15in/LSp-ESu/Z3-8/30ct S

Anthemis tinctoria ‘Charme’ PP15200ANTCH30, ANTCH72 (Dwarf Golden Marguerite) Selected by Inspiration Plants for its dwarf, compact habit and abundance of golden yellow flowers which bloom for several months beginning in early sum-mer. Does not set viable seed. Drought tolerant. 12-16in/ESu-EFa/Z3-9/30 & 72ct CAsexual propagation prohibited.

Anemone ‘Honorine Jobert’

Anemone sylvestris

Anemone ‘Queen Charlotte’

Anthemis tinctoria ‘Charme’ PP15200


Anemone Harmony Series

Anemone cornaria Harmony Series -

Orchid

Anemone cornaria Harmony Series -

Scarlet

Anemone cornaria Harmony Series - Blue

Anemone Harmony Series(Grecian Windflower, Poppy Anemone) Typically grown as spring annuals, these cute dwarf Anemones are perfect for spring dish gardens marketed for holiday sales. Bright green, parsley-like foliage is topped with huge, brilliantly colored blossoms in spring. Goes summer dormant.

Anemone cornaria Harmony Series - BlueANEHB20, ANEHB72 Huge 3-3 ½”, periwinkle purple flow-ers with a navy blue button center.8-12in/MSp-LSp/Z6-9/20 & 72ct S

Anemone cornaria Harmony Series - OrchidANEHO20, ANEHO72 Huge 3”, lavender pink buds open to medium pink flowers with a deep plum purple button center.7-9in/MSp-LSp/Z6-9/20 & 72ct S Anemone cornaria Harmony Series - Scarlet ANEHS20, ANEHS72 Huge 2 ½ - 3 ½”, lacquer red flowers with a white eye and deep plum purple button center.6-10in/MSp-LSp/Z6-9/20 & 72ct S

Photo courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden Photo courtesy of Park Seed

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Aquilegia ‘Blue Bird’

‘Blue Bird’ AQUBL30, AQUBL72 Blue and white shades‘Cardinal’ AQUCA30, AQUCA72 Red and white shades Award: RHS

‘Dove’ AQUDO30, AQUDO72 Very large, pure white flowers Award: RHS‘Goldfinch’ AQUGO30, AQUGO72 Light primrose yellow shades‘Robin’ AQURO30, AQURO72 Rose and white shades

Aquilegia Songbird Series

Aquilegia x caerulea ‘Origami Mix’AQUOM30, AQUOM72 (Col-umbine) This hybrid blooms for up to 3 months. Large, 3 in. flowers in a range of colors: blue, pink, red, white, and yel-low. Uniform growth habit and free-flowering. 14-18in/LSp-ESu/Z3-9/30 & 72ct S

Aquilegia ‘Dorothy Rose’AQUDRG1 (Granny’s Bonnet, Columbine) The light rose-pink flowers of this selection are “hose-in-hose” style, meaning several flowers are set inside one another. Attractive light blue-green foliage. 24-30in/LSp-ESu/Z3-9/#1 Grade S

Aquilegia ‘Spitfire’AQUSP30 (Columbine) A petite hybrid selected by Carl Lowe of England. Small, red-orange flowers with short spurs dangle from tall stems above a beautiful mound of green foli-age beginning in late spring. 12-16in/LSp-ESu/Z3-9/30ct S

Arabis caucasica LITTLE TREASURE™ Deep RoseARADR30 (Rock Cress) A spreading groundcover with vibrant rose pink blossoms. A uniform habit and flower-ing performance makes this a top-rated selection. Excel-lent groundcover for slopes or sunny, dry areas. 4-6in/MSp/Z3-8/30ct S

Award: FQM

Aquilegia ‘Goldfinch’Aquilegia ‘Dove’Aquilegia ‘Cardinal’ Aquilegia ‘Robin’

Aquilegia ‘Spitfire’ Arabis caucasica LITTLE TREASURE™ Deep Rose

Photo courtesy of S&G Flowers

Aquilegia Songbird Series(Columbine) This group of complex hybrids offered by PanAmerican Seed includes a number of named cultivars including the five described at right. Members of this series share a compact habit and large, long-spurred, showy upward-facing flowers measuring 3” in length on average.20-28in/LSp-ESu/Z3-9/30 & 72 S

Aquilegia ‘Dorothy Rose’ Aquilegia x caerulea ‘Origami Mix’

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Aralia cordata ‘Sun King’ARASK20 (Golden Japanese Spikenard) This hardy, tropical looking beauty brightens up the shade garden with its very large, compound, bright gold leaves. Color is greener in deep shade. Tiny white flowers give way to purple-black berries in fall.3ft/MSu-LSu/Z3-9/20ct T

Armeria maritima ‘Bloodstone’ARMBL30, ARMBL72 (Com-mon Thrift, Sea Pink) Bright purple-pink, ball-shaped flower clusters on thin, leafless stalks held well above the tight mounds of evergreen, grassy foli-age. Native to coastlines where few other plants can handle the high salt concentration. 8-10in/MSp-ESu/Z3-8/30 & 72ct CD

Artemisia dracunculus ‘Sativa’ARTSAG1 (True French Tarra-gon) An aromatic culinary herb with a mint-anise flavor. Though it is most often used to flavor vinegar, it’s also great with beef, chicken, fish, soup and salads. Adds a wonderful aroma to the perennial or herb garden. 18in/Z3-8/#1 Grade D

Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Silver Mound’ARTSMG1, ARTSMG2, ARTSM72 (schmidtiana ‘Nana’) (Silver Mound Artemesia) Soft feathery leaves grow into compact, cushion-like mounds. Has multiple applications in the landscape including edging, rock gardens or containers. 8-10in/Z3-7/#1 & #2 Grade, 72ct C

Award: RHS

Armeria Ballerina Series

Armeria pseudarmeria ‘Ballerina Lilac’

Armeria pseudarmeria ‘Ballerina White’

Armeria Ballerina Series(False Sea Thrift) In our trials, the members of this series turned in an excellent garden performance, blooming first in spring and then reblooming sporadically throughout the sum-mer months. Compared to A. maritima, this species has larger 1” flowers, stiffer stems, broader evergreen leaves, and is taller. From Kieft-Pro Seeds.12-14in/MSp-LSp/Z(5)6-9/30 & 72ct S

Artemisia dracunculus ‘Sativa’

Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Silver Mound’

Armeria maritima ‘Bloodstone’Aralia cordata ‘Sun King’


Armeria pseudarmeria ‘Ballerina Red’

Armeria pseudarmeria ‘Ballerina Lilac’ ARMLI30, ARMLI72 Vibrant lilac pink blossoms

Armeria pseudarmeria ‘Ballerina Red’ ARMBR30, ARMBR72 Rose red flowers.

Award: FGM ‘09

Armeria pseudarmeria ‘Ballerina White’ ARMBW30, ARMBW72 Pure white flowers.

Award: FGM ‘09

Photo courtesy of Kieft-Pro Seeds

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Asarum splendensAruncus ‘Misty Lace’ PP15798

Asclepias tuberosa

Asclepias incarnata ‘Cinderella’

Asclepias tuberosa ‘Hello Yellow’

Asparagus ‘Jersey Giant’ Asparagus ‘Purple Passion’

Aruncus aethusifoliusARUAE30, ARUAE72 (Dwarf Goat’s Beard) A miniature selection with the same traits as A. dioicus at roughly 1/3 the size. Fine, glossy, fern-like foliage. Creamy white, 3-4 in. long, feathery spikes of flowers appear above the foliage. Excel-lent fall color. 10-12in/ESu-MSu/Z3-7/30 & 72ct S

Award: RHS

Aruncus dioicusARUDI30, ARUDI72 (Goat’s Beard) Outstanding specimen plant. Looks like a giant white Astilbe. Creamy white flowers are produced on feathery, open panicles which can grow up to 1 foot long. Robust habit; can be grown in place of a shrub in the garden. 4-5ft/ESu-MSu/Z3-7/30 & 72ct S

Award: RHS

Aruncus ‘Misty Lace’ PP15798ARUML20, ARUML72 (Goat’s Beard) The perfect size Arun-cus for smaller gardens. Large, creamy white, feathery plumes

on dark red stems. Selected by Dr. Allan Armitage for its heat and humidity tolerance. The best Aruncus for the south. 2-3ft/ESu-MSu/Z3-7/20 & 72ct TAsexual propagation prohibited.

Asarum splendensASASP30 (Chinese Wild Ginger) Vigorous, spreading groundcover with heart-shaped, dark green leaves elegantly mot-tled with silver. Semi-evergreen; fresh foliage is produced over older leaves each spring. Dark purple flowers are produced under the foliage at soil level. 5-8in/ESp/Z(5)6-9/30ct T

Asclepias incarnata ‘Cinderella’ASCCIG1 (Swamp Milkweed) A hassle-free perennial offering three months of vanilla scented, rose pink flowers in 3-4 in, com-pact clusters followed by typical milkweed seed pods. Clump former. Spreads by rhizomes. Non-invasive. 3-5ft/MSu-EFa/Z3-9/#1 Grade S

Asclepias tuberosaASCTU30, ASCTU72 (Butterfly Weed) A hassle-free perennial, with three months of tangerine orange blooms followed by green fruits filled with silvery-white, silky seeds. Excellent long-lasting cut flower. Breaks dormancy late. 24in/ESu-LSu/Z3-9/30 & 72ct S

Asclepias tuberosa ‘Hello Yellow’ASCHY30, ASCHY72 (But-terfly Weed) A hassle-free perennial with three months of golden yellow blossoms followed by green fruits filled with silvery white, silky seeds. Excellent long-lasting cut flower. Breaks dormancy late. 24in/ESu-LSu/Z3-9/30 & 72ct S

Asparagus ‘Jersey Giant’ASPJGG1 Consistently yields 2-3 times more spears than ‘Mary Washington’. Resistant to rust, fusarium, crown and root rot. Very hardy; adapted to temperate and cool climates. 7-9in green spears with purple bracts. 2 year male plants. 4-5ft/LSp/Z4-6/#1 Grade S

Asparagus ‘Purple Passion’ASPPPG1 A sweet (20% more sugar) and nutty flavored selec-tion. Produces a heavy yield of attractive smoky purple spears which turn green when cooked. Entire spear is usable; no stringy ends. Some resistance to rust, rot, and fusarium. 2 year mostly male plants.3-4ft/MSp-LSp/Z3-10/#1 Grade S

Aruncus dioicus

Fall Color

Aruncus aethusifolius

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KICKIN™ Asters

KICKIN™ Asters (Aster) These naturally compact asters have a superb habit, forming a bushy, relatively short mound of foliage. Every inch of foliage is covered in flowers late in the season, creat-ing a huge splash of color in pots and in the landscape. They really do live up to their name! From Kientzler.

Aster KICKIN™ ‘Lavender’ ASTKLG1, ASTKL72 Soft lavender flowers with a gold button center.18-22in/LSu-MFa/Z5-9/#1 Grade, 72ct C

Aster KICKIN™ ‘Lilac Blue’ ASTKBG1, ASTKB72 Lilac blue flowers with a gold button center.18-22in/LSu-MFa/Z5-9/#1 Grade, 72ct C

Aster KICKIN™ ‘Pink Chiffon’ ASTKPG1, ASTKP72 Pastel pink flowers with a gold button center.15-18in/LSu-MFa/Z5-9/#1 Grade, 72ct C

Aster Blue Autumn (‘Oudshoorn 1’ PP17400)ASTBAG1, ASTBA72 (Aster) Remarkably vivid violet blue, daisy-like flowers are produced freely on strong, upright, disease resistant plants. Withstands windy, rainy weather to deliver an excellent garden performance. From Herbert Oudshoorn. 20-24in/LSu-MFa/Z5-8/#1 Grade, 72ct CAsexual propagation prohibited.

Aster dumosus ‘Wood’s Light Blue’ASTWLG1, ASTWL72 (New York Aster) Densely packed clusters of clear light blue flowers are produced atop dwarf, compact plants that do not require staking. ‘Wood’s’ selec-tions have shown excellent resis-tance to mildew and rust.12-16in/LSu-MFa/Z3-8/#1 Grade, 72ct C

Aster dumosus ‘Wood’s Purple’ASTWUG1, ASTWU72 (New York Aster) Densely packed clusters of semi-double, purple flowers are pro-duced atop dwarf, compact plants

that do not require staking. ‘Wood’s’ selections have shown excellent resistance to mildew and rust. 12-16in/LSu-MFa/Z3-8/#1 Grade, 72ct C

Aster novae-angliae ‘Purple Dome’ASTPDG1, ASTPD72 (New Eng-land Aster) Forms a solid, rounded mound of royal purple flowers. Terrific accent for fall-blooming grasses. The tall flower stems are excellent for cutting. One of the most popular varieties. 18-24in/LSu-MFa/Z3-8/#1 Grade, 72ct C

Aster novi-belgii ‘Alert’ASTALG1, ASTAL72 (New York Aster) Densely packed clusters of deep purplish-red flowers are pro-duced prolifically. A terrific accent to fall-blooming grasses. This species has an especially compact habit and the flowers are great for cutting. 12-15in/LSu-MFa/Z3-8/#1 Grade, 72ct C


Aster Blue Autumn (‘Oudshoorn 1’ PP17400)

Aster dumosus ‘Wood’s Light Blue’

Aster dumosus ‘Wood’s Purple’

Aster novae-angliae ‘Purple Dome’

Aster novi-belgii ‘Alert’

Aster KICKIN™ ‘Lavender’

Aster KICKIN™ ‘Lilac Blue’

Aster KICKIN™ ‘Pink Chiffon’Photo courtesy of Cultivaris

Photo courtesy of Cultivaris Photo courtesy of Cultivaris

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CULTURESimplicifolia Group–Character-ized by glossy, mid-green, lobed leaves which form a compact mound. Open, airy flower panicles are followed by ornamental seed heads which provide additional seasonal interest. Slower to es-tablish than the Arendsii Group, requiring about 3 years to reach maturity.

Arendsii Group–Developed by famed German nurseryman George Arends, this group in-cludes crosses of A. chinensis var. davidii with A. astilboides, and members of the Japonica and Thunbergii Groups. The resulting hybrids comprise over 95% of all Astilbe sold in the US.

Astilbe chinensis–A later bloom-ing and moderately drought toler-ant species. Forms a robust, deeply divided, coarsely textured clump of foliage. Flowers are borne on narrow, branched panicles.

Japonica Group–Noted for its early bloom time and glossy green leaves which are often tinged with red. Flowers are produced in dense, pyramidal clusters.

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Astilbe ‘August Light’

Astilbe ‘Bridal Veil’

Astilbe ‘Bressingham Beauty’

AstilbeAstilbes are often used to add bright splashes of color to shade gardens. In northern climates, they can also thrive in full sun. Their ferny tex-tured foliage forms an attrac-tive clump topped with showy flower plumes in summer. Astilbes combine perfectly with Hostas, Brunnera, and Tall Bearded Irises.

Astilbe ‘August Light’ASBAUG1 (‘Augustleuchten’) Long, scarlet-red plumes. One of the latest reds to bloom. New leaves are tinted red, then turn medium green. Arendsii group. 28in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Bressingham Beauty’ASBBBG1 Dusty salmon-rose flowers held in long, gracefully arching plumes. Medium green leaves form attractive mounds of bold foliage. A sport of ‘Cat-tleya’ introduced by Blooms

of Bressingham®. Arendsii group.36in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Bridal Veil’ASBBVG1 (‘Brautschleier’) The classic white Astilbe. Lacy white panicles gently droop at the tips, lending a frothy look to the clump. Deep green, glossy foliage. Makes a good cut flower. Arendsii group. 28in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Award: RHS

Astilbe ‘Burgundy Red’ASBBRG1 Dark red scapes carry raspberry colored buds which open to rich bur-gundy red, triangular flower plumes. As the flowers age, they turn a vibrant shade of fuchsia. Glossy, deep green, finely dissected foliage. Arendsii group. 18-20in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

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Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision in White’ PP18965

Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions’ Astilbe ‘Delft Lace’ PP19839

Astilbe chinensis ‘Milk and Honey’

& silver when young. Vigorous; prolific bloomer. 30in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe chinensis ‘Purple Candles’ASBPCG1 (‘Purpurkerze’) (Chi-nese Astilbe) Dense, poker-like plumes emerge rich violet-red, then lighten up as they age. Bold, dark green foliage with a coarse texture. Has a unique look; makes a strong color state-ment in the garden. 42in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision in Pink’ PP11860ASBVPG1, ASBVP72 (Chinese Astilbe) Pale pink plumes with a dense, upright form. Large, blue-green leaves with a coarse texture form a robust clump. 18-20in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye & 72ct DAsexual propagation prohibited.

Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision in Red’ PP11965ASBVRG1, ASBVR72 (Chinese Astilbe) Deep red buds open to pinkish-red flowers on dense, fuzzy plumes. Red stems and bronze-green foliage enhance the vibrant blossoms. Forms a robust clump. 15in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye & 72ct D Asexual propagation prohibited.

Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision in White’ PP18965ASBVWG1, ASBVW72 (Chinese Astilbe) Large, creamy white, triangular flower plumes stand above a robust clump of smooth, glossy, green leaves. More refined foliage than a typical chinensis type. Handles warm, dry summer conditions well. 24in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye & 72ct DAsexual propagation prohibited.

Astilbe chinensis ‘Visions’ASBVIG1, ASBVI72 (Chinese Astilbe) Raspberry pink plumes are sweetly fragrant with a dense, pyramidal shape. Large, clear green leaves with a coarse texture form a robust clump. 14-16in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye & 72ct D

Astilbe ‘Delft Lace’ PP19839ASBDLG1, ASBDL72 Red stems carry panicles of deep salmon pink buds which open to soft apricot pink flowers. Forms a robust clump of lacy, deep blue-green, waxy foliage. Foliage displays some burgundy fall color. An improvement over ‘Peach Blossom’. From AB Cultivars. Japonica group. 24-36in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye & 72ct D Asexual propagation prohibited.

Astilbe chinensis ‘Maggie Daley’ASBMDG1 (Chinese Astilbe) Bright lavender-purple plumes are dense and fuzzy. The shiny, dark green foliage is attractive even when the plant is not in bloom. 28in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe chinensis ‘Milk and Honey’ASBMHG1 (Chinese Astilbe) A white Astilbe that holds up under sun and drought! Creamy white plumes turn light pink as they age. Bushy foliage is somewhat marbled with green

Astilbe chinensis ‘Maggie Daley’

Astilbe chinensis ‘Purple Candles’

Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision in Pink’ PP11860

Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision in Red’ PP11965

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ASTILBEAstilbe ‘Deutschland’ASBDEG1 Pure white, open, lacy panicles dance above the glossy, deep green foliage. Attractive even when the plant is not in bloom. Great for brightening up shady gardens. Japonica group. 24-30in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Elisabeth van Veen’ASBELG1 A brightly colored selection with vibrant raspberry-purple plumes on deep red stems. The glossy, green foliage is some-times tinged with red and forms an attractive clump in the garden. Japonica group. 24in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Fanal’ASBFAG1 Blood red flowers are presented in upright spires. One of the earliest reds to bloom. Foliage is mahogany red in spring, turning green by summer. A very popu-lar red variety. Vigorous grower. Arendsii group. 20in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Award: RHS

Astilbe ‘Glow’ASBGLG1 (‘Glut’) Very dark red buds open to deep red flowers with rose highlights. Narrowly triangu-lar plumes are held upright. Leaves are bronze-red in spring, turning mid-green by summer. Arendsii group. 30in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Montgomery’ASBMOG1 Dark magenta red, triangular-shaped plumes are borne on darker red stems. Leaves emerge with a bronze-red tint in spring, then turn dark green. Japonica group. 20-24in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Peach Blossom’ASBPBG1 Delicate peach flowers with a hint of pink. Full plumes lend a frothy appearance to the clump. Glossy, green foliage. Ja-ponica group. 24in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Radius’ASBRDG1 This impressive selec-tion forms a large, robust clump similar to chinensis types but with more refined, green foliage that has a reddish copper cast in spring. Burgundy buds open to bright red, triangular flower plumes on burgundy scapes. 20-26in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Red Sentinel’ASBRSG1 Vibrant scarlet-red flowers are held in open, lacy panicles. Forest green foliage and mahogany-red stems. One of the best reds. Japonica group. 20-24in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Deutschland’

Astilbe ‘Fanal’

Astilbe ‘Montgomery’ Astilbe ‘Radius’ Astilbe ‘Red Sentinel’


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Astilbe ‘Elisabeth van Veen’

Astilbe ‘Glow’

Astilbe ‘Peach Blossom’

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Astilbe ‘Rheinland’ASBRHG1 Clear rose-pink flow-ers are held in large, diamond-shaped panicles. Very floriferous and vigorous. Large, mid-green leaves. One of the best early pink Astilbes. Japonica group. 24in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Award: RHS

Astilbe ‘Rise and Shine’ASBRAG1 Large 8”, hot pink, pyramidal plumes on strong stems. Superior genetics result in a more solid root structure and vibrant flower color. Chinensis hybrid; exhibits increased sun and drought tolerance. 27in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Snowdrift’ASBSNG1 A classic white Astilbe with wide, diamond-shaped plumes. The shiny, green leaves remain attractive even when the plant is not in bloom. Arendsii group. 24in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Sprite’ASBSSG1 (Dwarf Astilbe) Shell-pink flowers in drooping panicles are borne on stiff, wiry stems. Glossy, very deep green leaves form a dense mound. Simplicifolia group. 12-15in/MSu-LSu/Z4-9/1-2 eye D

Awards: PPA, RHS

Astilbe ‘White Gloria’ASBWGG1 (‘Weisse Gloria’) Snow white flowers on dense, pyramidal plumes. The shiny, dark green foliage provides tremendous contrast for the light-colored plumes. Arendsii group. 25-28in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye D

Astilbe ‘Snowdrift’

Astilbe ‘Sprite’ Astilbe ‘White Gloria’

Astilbe ‘Rise and Shine’

Astilbe ‘Rheinland’



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TAKE AWAY TIPAll of the Astilbes we offer are from our own field grown stock here in Michigan. These plants are not bought in from Europe so they have not gone through the mandatory hot water dip which can affect flowering performance. Our Astilbes deliver a superior performance in containers and the landscape.

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Astilbe ‘Fireberry’ PP20658– SHORT ‘N SWEET™ Series ASBFBG1 A new dwarf Astilbe from Jan Verschoor with vibrant raspberry pink, diamond-shaped plumes. Mid-green, petite foliage forms a relatively short, finely textured clump. Makes a nice addition to combination con-tainers. Arendsii group.16in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 eye DAsexual propagation prohibited.

Astilbe ‘Sugarberry’ PP20674–SHORT ‘N SWEET™ SeriesASBSUG1 A floriferous new dwarf Astilbe from Jan Verschoor with soft pink, triangular flower plumes. Petite, dark green foliage forms a short, compact clump of finely textured leaves. Perfectly sized for the front of the border. Arendsii group.10in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 eye DAsexual propagation prohibited.

Astilbe ‘Fireberry’ PP20658

Astilbe ‘Sugarberry’ PP20674

Jan VerschoorBREEDER PROFILE YOUNIQUE™

Series

SHORT ‘N SWEET™ Series

Astilbe YOUNIQUE CARMINE™

(‘Verscarmine’ PP20324)

Astilbe YOUNIQUE LILAC™

(‘Verslilac’ PP19847)

Astilbe YOUNIQUE SILVERY PINK™(‘Verssilverypink’ PP20656)

Astilbe YOUNIQUE WHITE™(‘Verswhite’ PP19845)

Like many Dutchmen, Jan Verschoor got his start in the nursery business through his family’s flower bulb business. His interest in perennials began while work-ing a summer job at a reputable perennial nursery. After his father retired, Jan introduced perennial pro-

duction into the family business, focusing first on cut flowers and then on breed-

ing. His first experience in breeding was with Tall Garden Phlox (see some of Jan’s Phlox introductions beginning on p. 172), but through the years he has also done extensive

work with Iris, Solidago, and Astilbe.

Astilbe YOUNIQUE™ Series This series from Jan Verschoor offers a higher flower scape count and compact foliage that results in fabu-lous finished plants. Faster finishing plants produce bunches of fragrant, triangular plumes. Individual colors are offered below. Arendsii group.16-20in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 eye DAsexual propagation prohibited.

Award: PBM

YOUNIQUE CARMINE™ (‘Verscarmine’ PP20324) ASBYCG1 Fuchsia-red plumes. YOUNIQUE LILAC™ (‘Verslilac’ PP19847) ASBYLG1 Lavender pink plumes. YOUNIQUE SILVERY PINK™ (‘Verssilverypink’ PP20656) ASBYSG1 Pale pink plumes. YOUNIQUE WHITE™ (‘Verswhite’ PP19845) ASBYWG1 Ivory white plumes.






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Baptisia DECADENCE™

‘Blueberry Sundae’ PPAF

Baptisia DECADENCE™

‘Dutch Chocolate’ PPAF

Baptisia DECADENCE™ Series

Aurinia saxatilis SUMMIT™AURSU30 (Basket-of-Gold, Perennial Alyssum) Improved seed strain; very uniform crop with an earlier bloom time. Clusters of golden yellow flowers blanket the foliage in spring. Forms a large, pros-trate mound in the landscape.7-9in/ESp-LSp/Z3-7/30ct S

Baptisia DECADENCE™ ‘Lemon Meringue’ PPAF

Baptisia DECADENCE™ Series

Meet Hans Hansen, one of our resident plant experts and head of the WGI hybridizing team. Hans was a born gardener, working first in his family’s garden at the age of three and then moving on to breeding Asiatic lilies when he was just a teenager. Though he enjoys hybridizing many genera including Baptisia and Paeonia, he is most known for his numerous hosta introductions including ‘Journey’s End’ (p. 136), which he considers to be one of his best. Hans is especially excited to offer you his series of DECADENCE™ Baptisias, which are the result of over a decade of his breeding work.

Hans HansenBREEDER PROFILE

Aurinia saxatilis SUMMIT™

DECADENCE™ Baptisias were hybridized and selected specifically for their shorter, more compact habit and unique flower coloration. All members of this series are produced from cuttings and will bloom the first year. They have terrific impulse appeal at retail.

Baptisia DECADENCE™ ‘Blueberry Sundae’ PPAFWGI Exclusive IntroductionBAPBSG1 (False Indigo) More vibrant, indigo blue flowers and a shorter, well-branched habit set this variety apart from B. australis. Deep blue-green foliage forms a compact, upright mound topped with an excellent floral display. Decorative seed pods in fall. 3ft/LSp-ESu/Z4-9/#1 Grade CAll propagation prohibited.Proven Winners® label and container required.Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon

Baptisia DECADENCE™ ‘Dutch Chocolate’ PPAFWGI Exclusive IntroductionBAPDCG1 (False Indigo) Rich velvety chocolate purple flowers are held on upright stems above the densely compact, deep blue-green foliage. Decorative seed pods follow in fall. Foliage starts lower on the stems, covering the base. Vigorous grower. 2½-3ft/LSp-ESu/Z4-9/#1 Grade CAll propagation prohibited.Proven Winners® label and container required.Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon

Baptisia DECADENCE™ ‘Lemon Meringue’ PPAFWGI Exclusive IntroductionBAPLMG1 (False Indigo) (False Indigo) Impressive vigor compared to other yellow Baptisias. Forms an upright, vase-shaped mound of attractive blue-green foliage topped with long, charcoal stems carrying charcoal buds and lemon yellow flowers. This color really pops!3ft/LSp-ESu/Z4-9/#1 Grade CAll propagation prohibited.Proven Winners® label and container required.Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon

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Why are Bare Root

Baptisia better?

Since Baptisia cannot be imported from overseas, it’s important to find a reliable American supplier. Few, if any, wholesale grow-ers in the US other than Walters Gardens, Inc. offer bare root Baptisia.

This native peren-nial thrives in the sandy loam soil of West Michigan. A typical #1 grade Baptisia has 3-5 eyes and 2-3 stems compared to just 1 in plug form. These bare root liners result in much larger finished plants in containers than their smaller plug-grown counter-parts, offering a much greater value for the end consumer.

Photo courtesy of Chicagoland Grows® Photo courtesy of Chicagoland Grows®

Our #1 grade bare root Baptisia averages 3-5

eyes each.

Finished plants from bare root have 2-3

strong stems each and lush foliage that fills out

the pot nicely.

Baptisia PRAIRIEBLUES™

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ADDED VALUE: In our trials, mem-bers of the PRAIRIEBLUES™ Series bloomed the first year from bare root without providing supplemental lighting.

Baptisia australis BAPAUG1, BAPAU72 (Blue False Indigo) Showy indigo-blue flowers carried on tapering spikes up to 1 ft. long. They are held just above the dense, bushy mounds of soft blue-green leaves. Black seed pods are present from fall into winter.4ft/MSp-LSp/Z3-9/#1 Grade, 72ct S

Awards: PPA, RHS, MOBOT

Baptisia ‘Purple Smoke’BAPPSG1 (Blue False Indigo) A natural hybrid of B. alba and B. australis. Strongly upright, charcoal grey stems support the grey-green foliage and 1½ft long, smoky violet flower spikes. A Niche Gardens/NC Botanical Garden introduction. 4.5ft/MSp-LSp/Z4-9/#1 Grade C

Baptisia SOLAR FLARE PRAIRIEBLUES™ (‘Solar Flare’ PP20408)BAPSFG1 (False Indigo) Lemon yellow flowers take on an orange blush as they age. Mature clumps can have 100 or more flowering stems. Vigorous, shrub-like plant with blue-green foliage. A complex hybrid from Dr. Jim Ault. 3-4ft/MSp-LSp/Z4-9/#1 Grade C Asexual propagation prohibited.

Baptisia TWILITE PRAIRIEBLUES™ (x variicolor ‘Twilite’ PP19011)BAPTWG1 (False Indigo) Purple buds open to violet-purple flowers with lemon yellow keels. Blue-green foli-age forms a large, shrub-like clump. Matures quickly; 3 year old plants can have 100 or more flowering stems. From Dr. Jim Ault. 3.5-5ft/MSp-LSp/Z4-9/ #1 Grade C Asexual propagation prohibited.

Award: UGA

Baptisia ‘Purple Smoke’

Baptisia australis

Baptisia SOLAR FLARE PRAIRIEBLUES™

(‘Solar Flare’ PP20408)

Baptisia TWILITE PRAIRIEBLUES™

(x variicolor ‘Twilite’ PP19011)

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Fall Color

Belamcanda chinensis ‘Freckle Face’

Belamcanda chinensis ‘Hello Yellow’

Belamcanda chinensis

Bergenia cordifolia ‘Winter Glow’

Belamcanda chinensisBELCHG1 (Blackberry Lily) Star-shaped flowers about 2 in. wide vary in color from bright yellow-orange to near red, and are heavily spotted with red. Tan, pear-shaped seed pods burst open to reveal clusters of black seeds in fall. 24-36in/LSu/Z4-10/#1 Grade S

Belamcanda chinensis ‘Freckle Face’BELFFG1 (Blackberry Lily) A profusion of 2in wide, showy orange blossoms with heavy red speckling and shading are produced atop a clump of green, sword-shaped foliage. Tan, pear-shaped seed pods burst open to reveal clusters of black seeds in fall. Resistant to leaf spot.18-24in/LSu/Z4-10/#1 Grade S

Belamcanda chinensis ‘Hello Yellow’BELHYG1 (Blackberry Lily) A profusion of bright yellow, un-spotted, star-shaped flowers are produced above a compact clump of green, sword-shaped leaves. Interesting tan, pear-shaped seed pods burst open to reveal clusters of black seeds in fall. 18-24in/LSu/Z4-10/#1 Grade S

Bergenia cordifolia ‘Winter Glow’BERWI30, BERWI72 (‘Win-terglut’) (Heartleaf Bergenia, Pig Squeak) Shiny, evergreen, cabbage-like leaves with a unique leathery appearance. Turns reddish-bronze in fall and winter. Bright pinkish red flowers in clusters on thick stems. A du-rable groundcover. 12-15in/ESp-LSp/Z3-8/30 & 72ct S

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Walters Gardens is proud to welcome the newest member of our hybridizing team, Kelly Oates. Kelly comes to us from North Carolina State University where she recently completed her Masters degree studying the genetic im-provement of Rudbeckia, the Black-Eyed Susan.

Kelly’s career in Horticulture began while working at Monrovia nursery in Oregon and Ohio. There she gained an appreciation for what it takes to grow quality perennials efficiently. She also recognized the importance of bringing quality new varieties to the consumer and grower.

Kelly’s practical experience in the nursery business, along with her education in plant breeding, gives her an interest-ing perspective on both the market demands for new and distinct perennials as well as the science involved in creat-ing them.

Kelly loves bold flowering plants and enjoys hybridizing Rudbeckia, Monarda, Dicentra, Helleborus, and just about anything else she stumbles upon blooming. Look for ter-rific new introductions to come from Kelly in the future!

Kelly Oates

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