Nandina ‘Gulf Stream’
‘Gulf Stream’ Heavenly Bamboo
Nandina ‘Gulf Stream’ is a workhorse of a plant. It provides year-round interest in the garden, but really starts to shine during the fall and winter months.
If you’re l…
Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Wilma Goldcrest’
‘Wilma Goldcrest’ Cypress
This is one adorable little conifer.
‘Wilma Goldcrest’ is a perfect plant for those tight spaces where you really want a splash of bright color. In the ground, they’ll reac…
Pinus flexilis ‘Vanderwolf’s Pyramid’
Vanderwolf’s Pyramid Limber Pine
The ‘Vanderwolf’ Pine has proven itself a good conifer choice for a hot, dry spot; one that won’t get too large and has soft, two-toned needles. This western North A…
Agave neomexicana
Hardy Agave
Hardy Agaves capture us like no other plant. Their almost mathematical geometry is mesmerizing, and they are tough as nails. One of the true survivors on our property- managing the dips…
Ilex meserveae ‘Blue Girl’
Blue Girl Holly
Holly may seem a bit pedestrian of a choice for a plant of the week, but it fits the season and the red berries brighten up these gray fall days. Plus ‘Blue Girl’ Holly is deer resis…
Mahonia x media ‘Charity’
Charity Mahonia
Looking for a dramatic addition to your drought tolerant shade garden that is plagued by deer? Mahonia ‘Charity’ is a large, upright, evergreen shrub for shade to morning sun a…
Salvia x ‘Ultra Violet’
Ultra Violet Sage
It’s always nice to find plants that come on strong when everything else has tired out. This Sage starts up the last half of summer and continues into fall with it’s vibrant purple…
Salvia x ‘Heatwave’
‘Heatwave’ Series of Autumn Sage Hybrids
So many compliments to give this autumn sage hybrid! We planted the ‘Blaze’ variety because I like all flowers that get close to true red. No pinks. Bonni may…
Pinus thunbergii ‘Thunderhead’
Thunderhead Dwarf Japanese Black Pine
‘Thunderhead’ Japanese Black Pine is a wonderful compact specimen conifer. Like most pines it is drought tolerant and deer resistant but what sets it apar…