2012 Retail Catalog - Gertens

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Perennials
Liatris | Gayfeather, Blazing Star continued
Liatris spicata ‘Floristan White’
Zone 3-9 H 36” x W 20” July-Sept white
Large spikes of white flowers, excellent for cutting. This plant adds a strong vertical element to the garden.
P4160 #1 cont. $6.99*
Liatris spicata ‘Kobold’
Zone 3-9 H 24-30” x W 18” July-Sept lavender rose
Early blooming, compact variety with lavender rose spikes. Good for attracting butterflies and birds.
P4170 #1 cont. $6.99*
Ligularia | Ragwort, Ray Flower
Large, impressive perennials with attractive foliage and spectacular flowers—either clusters of golden daisies or tall golden spikes. This plant must have
part shade and constant moisture. It does best with morning sun in very moist soil.
Ligularia dentata ‘Britt Marie Crawford’ (PP16113)
Zone 4-9 H 3-4’ x W 3-4’ July-Aug yellow-orange
Deep colored yellow-orange flowers really stand out against the chocolate-maroon foliage.
P4175 #2 cont. $19.99*
Ligularia dentata ‘Desdemona’
Zone 4-9 H 3-4’ x W 3-4’ July-Aug golden yellow
New leaves emerge beet red in spring, then fade to greenish-bronze. Golden yellow daisy-like flowers on deep purple stems.
P4180 #2 cont. $12.99*
Ligularia dentata ‘Midnight Lady’
Zone 3-8 H 3-4’ x W 3-4’ July-Aug orange-yellow
Bright orange-yellow daisy on tall stems. Foliage forms a large mound with dark shiny purple-black leaves.
P4182 #2 cont. $12.99*
Ligularia japonica
Zone 4-8 H 4-5’ x W 4’ July-Aug yellow-orange
Giant, glossy green, deeply lobed exotic foliage is a must have for your shade garden. Large golden yellow-orange daisy-like flowers in summer.
P4183 #5 cont. $26.99*
Ligularia stenocephala ‘Little Rocket’ (PP14621)
Zone 3-8 H 3’ x W 3-4’ July-Aug yellow
Dwarf form of ‘The Rocket’, bright golden yellow spikes and large, dark green toothed leaves.
P4185 #2 cont. $14.99*
Ligularia stenocephala ‘The Rocket’
Zone 4-9 H 4-5’ x W 3-4’ July-Aug yellow
Bright golden yellow spikes and large, toothed leaves. An impressive specimen.
P4190 #2 cont. $12.99*
Ligularia przevalskii ‘Dragon Wings’
Zone 4-8 H 36-48” x W 30-36” July-Aug yellow
Huge, deeply divided leaves define this prehistoric looking marvel. Dark purple stems hold the dense spikes of hot yellow flowers.
P4191 #2 cont. $16.99* NEW! Available 5/1
Lilium | Lily
Hardy and beautiful, easy to grow in full sun to light shade. Fertilize monthly & keep soil moist. The dwarf hybrids bear large flowers on very sturdy
stalks. No staking is required. Oriental lilies have a strong fragrance compared to Asiatic lilies which have a light fragrance.
Lilium ‘Black Out’ (Asiatic)
Zone 3-9 H 3’ x W 2’ June-July red-black
Extremely dark red, almost black flowers that contrast nicely with its dark green foliage.
P4192 #1/7” cont. $9.99*
Lilium ‘Crossover’ (Asiatic) (PPAF)
Zone 3-9 H 16” x W 14” June-July white/maroon
Compact, with white flowers and a large maroon pattern in the center. Good for containers or as an accent plant.
P4195 #1/7” cont. $9.99*
Lilium ‘Ladylike’ (Asiatic) (PPAF)
Zone 3-9 H 16” x W 14” June-July peach/yellow
Flowers are a beautiful soft peach with a yellow center. Strong, upright stems.
P4200 #1/7” cont. $9.99*
* Prices, sizes and availability are subject to change.
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