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Perennial 

Descriptive Listing 

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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Seduction Series 

Achillea ‘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 

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 D 

Cannot ship to Canada. 

Achillea millefolium ‘Saucy Seduction’ PP20782 

Achillea ‘Pretty Belinda’ 

ACHPBG1 (Yarrow) An 

improvement over ‘Apple 

Blossom’; improved habit and 

stronger flower color. Rich 

pink, flat-topped flower clusters 

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 fischeri 

ACOFIG1 (Azure Monkshood) 

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 D 

Cannot ship to Canada. 

Achillea millefolium 

‘Strawberry Seduction’ PP18401 

Achillea millefolium 

‘Sunny Seduction’ PP20808 

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 ‘Moonshine’ 

Achillea 

‘Pretty Belinda’ 

Achillea millefolium ‘Saucy Seduction’ PP20782 

ACHSAG1, 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’ PP18401 

ACHSSG1, ACHSS72 Large clusters of strawberry red flowers 

with a gold center form a domed canopy atop a robust, compact, 

upright clump of grey-green foliage. Mature flowers turn 

buff yellow, extending the interest late into the season. 

Achillea millefolium ‘Sunny Seduction’ PP20808 

ACHSUG1, ACHSU72 Flowers open intense lemon yellow, 

lightening to pastel yellow. New flowers are produced all 

summer. A tremendous improvement over ‘Moonshine’. 

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Aconitum ‘Blue Lagoon’ 

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Aconitum fischeri

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Aconitum napellus 

Photo courtesy of David Culp 

Actaea pachypoda ‘Misty Blue’ 

Aconitum napellus 

ACONAG1 (Common Monkshood) 

Striking, upright spikes of violetblue 

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 symmetrically 

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 greygreen 

foliage is edible. From Thompson 

& Morgan. 

18in/ESu-LSu/Z6-9/30ct S 

Award: FQM 

Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’ 

AGABFG1 (Anise Hyssop) A hybrid 

of A. rugosa and A. foeniculum. Lavender 

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. Welladapted 

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’ PP15815 

AJUBS30, AJUBS128 (Bugleweed) 

Attractive smaller-scale groundcover 

with glossy, near-black, scalloped 

leaves. Shocking violet blue flowers 

appear on short spikes in spring. 

Stays compact without growth 

regulators. 

3-6in/MSp-LSp/Z4-10/30 & 128ct C 

Asexual 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 

Adenophora ‘Amethyst’ 

Agastache ‘Blue Fortune’ 

Agastache ‘Purple Haze’ 

Agastache aurantiaca 

‘Apricot Sprite’ 

Ajuga reptans 

‘Black Scallop’ PP15815 

Ajuga reptans ‘Burgundy Glow’ 

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

Photo courtesy of Pat Acheff 

Photo Courtesy of Jelitto Staudensamen GmbH 

Agastache ‘Bolero’ 

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Alcea Halo Series 

Alcea Spotlight Series 

Alcea rosea Halo Series - Blush 

Alcea rosea 

‘Blacknight’ 

Alcea rosea 

‘Mars Magic’ 

Photo courtesy of Thompson & Morgan 

Alcea rosea Halo Series - Cerise 

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. Varieties 

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 - Blush 

ALCHB30, ALCHB72 

Large, white flowers with a prominent fuchsia red halo and yellow center 

Alcea rosea Halo Series - Cerise 

ALCHC30, ALCHC72 

Large, cerise pink flowers with a deep purple halo 

Alcea rosea ‘Sunshine’ 

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. 

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Chater’s Double Hybrids 

Alcea rosea ‘Fiesta Time’ 

ALCFT30, ALCFT72 (Hollyhock) 

This vibrant seed selection 

produces relatively short 

spikes of double, cerise pink, 

fringed blossoms beginning 

in midsummer. The shorter 

height makes it more suitable 

to courtyard gardens and containers 

than its taller cousins. 

First year flowering. 

3ft/MSu/Z(6)7-9/30 & 72ct S 

Alcea ‘Summer 

Memories’ 

WGI Exclusive Intro 

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ALCSM30 (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 

Alcea rosea Chater’s 

Double Hybrids–Mixed 


Double Hybrids–Pink 

Alcea rosea PEACHES 

‘N’ DREAMS 

ALCPD30 (Hollyhock) 

From the breeding program 

of Thompson & Morgan. Tall, 

strong stalks bear large, fully 

double, creamy-peach flowers 

(sometimes tinged with 

raspberry pink). Deeply lobed, 

green leaves. 

4-6ft/MSu/Z3-9/30ct S 

Award: Thompson & Morgan 

Plant of the Year 

Alchemilla mollis 

ALCMO30, 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 


Double Hybrids–Scarlet 

Photo courtesy of MasterTag 


Double Hybrids–Yellow 

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 

Photo courtesy of Thompson & Morgan 

Alcea rosea ‘Fiesta Time’ 

Alcea rosea PEACHES 

‘N’ DREAMS 

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. 

EXCLUSIVE 

Alcea 

‘Summer Memories’ 


Alchemilla mollis 

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Allium ‘Millenium’ 

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. 

Allium senescens 

‘Blue Eddy’ 

Alstroemeria INCA ICE (‘Koice’) 

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 beautifully 

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. 

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Amsonia ‘Blue Ice’ 

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 picture 

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 attractive, 

pinwheel-like rosettes of 

blue-grey to grey-green foliage 

which resemble “small swirling 

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 D 

Cannot 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 yellow 

flowers are produced in 

clusters of 20 or more. Bred 

for garden use. Has overwintered 

here for 4 years. 

2-3ft/MSu-LSu/Z5-9/20ct T 

Amsonia hubrichtii 

Amsonia ‘Blue Ice’ 

AMSBIG1 (Blue Star) Clusters 

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 hubrichtii 

AMSHUG1 (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 


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 attractive 

dark green foliage. 

3-4ft/LSu-EFa/Z4-8/20 & 72ct T 

Anemone sylvestris 

ANESY30 (Snowdrop Anemone) 

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 

Anemone Harmony Series 

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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 

Anthemis tinctoria 

‘Charme’ PP15200 

ANTCH30, 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 summer. 

Does not set viable seed. 

Drought tolerant. 

12-16in/ESu-EFa/Z3-9/30 & 

72ct C 


Anemone cornaria Harmony 

Series - Blue 

Anemone cornaria 

Harmony Series - 

Orchid 

Anemone cornaria 

Harmony Series - 

Scarlet 

Photo courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden 

Anemone 

‘Honorine Jobert’ 

Anemone sylvestris 

Photo courtesy of Park Seed 

Anemone 

‘Queen Charlotte’ 

Anthemis tinctoria 

‘Charme’ PP15200 

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 - Blue 

ANEHB20, ANEHB72 Huge 3-3 ½”, periwinkle purple flowers 

with a navy blue button center. 

8-12in/MSp-LSp/Z6-9/20 & 72ct S 

Anemone cornaria Harmony Series - Orchid 

ANEHO20, 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 


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Aquilegia Songbird Series 

Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture Company Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture Company Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture Company Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture Company 

Aquilegia ‘Blue Bird’ 

Aquilegia ‘Cardinal’ 

Aquilegia ‘Dove’ 

Aquilegia ‘Goldfinch’ 

Aquilegia ‘Robin’ 

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 

‘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 x caerulea 

‘Origami Mix’ 

Aquilegia ‘Dorothy Rose’ 

Aquilegia x caerulea 

‘Origami Mix’ 

AQUOM30, AQUOM72 (Columbine) 

This hybrid blooms 

for up to 3 months. Large, 3 

in. flowers in a range of colors: 

blue, pink, red, white, and yellow. 

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, redorange 

flowers with short spurs 

dangle from tall stems above a 

beautiful mound of green foliage 

beginning in late spring. 

12-16in/LSp-ESu/Z3-9/30ct S 

Arabis caucasica LITTLE 

TREASURE Deep Rose 

ARADR30 (Rock Cress) A 

spreading groundcover with 

vibrant rose pink blossoms. 

A uniform habit and flowering 

performance makes this 

a top-rated selection. Excellent 

groundcover for slopes or 

sunny, dry areas. 

4-6in/MSp/Z3-8/30ct S 

Award: FQM 

Aquilegia ‘Spitfire’ 

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Photo courtesy of S&G Flowers 

Arabis caucasica LITTLE 

TREASURE Deep Rose 


Armeria Ballerina Series 

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Photo courtesy of Kieft-Pro Seeds 

Armeria pseudarmeria 

‘Ballerina Lilac’ 

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 summer 

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 

Armeria pseudarmeria ‘Ballerina Red’ 


‘Ballerina Lilac’ 

ARMLI30, ARMLI72 Vibrant 

lilac pink blossoms 


‘Ballerina Red’ 

ARMBR30, ARMBR72 Rose 

red flowers. 

Award: FGM ‘09 


‘Ballerina White’ 


‘Ballerina White’ 

ARMBW30, ARMBW72 Pure 

white flowers. 

Award: FGM ‘09 

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 

Artemisia dracunculus 

‘Sativa’ 

ARTSAG1 (True French Tarragon) 

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 

Armeria maritima 

‘Bloodstone’ 

ARMBL30, ARMBL72 (Common 

Thrift, Sea Pink) Bright 

purple-pink, ball-shaped 

flower clusters on thin, leafless 

stalks held well above the tight 

mounds of evergreen, grassy foliage. 

Native to coastlines where 

few other plants can handle the 

high salt concentration. 

8-10in/MSp-ESu/Z3-8/30 & 72ct 

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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 

Aralia cordata ‘Sun King’ 

Armeria maritima 

‘Bloodstone’ 

Artemisia dracunculus 

‘Sativa’ 


Artemisia schmidtiana 

‘Silver Mound’ 

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Fall Color 

Aruncus aethusifolius 

Aruncus dioicus 

Aruncus aethusifolius 

ARUAE30, 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. Excellent 

fall color. 

10-12in/ESu-MSu/Z3-7/30 & 

72ct S 

Award: RHS 

Aruncus dioicus 

ARUDI30, 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’ PP15798 

ARUML20, ARUML72 (Goat’s 

Beard) The perfect size Aruncus 

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 T 


Asarum splendens 

ASASP30 (Chinese Wild 

Ginger) Vigorous, spreading 

groundcover with heart-shaped, 

dark green leaves elegantly mottled 

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, compact 

clusters followed by typical 

milkweed seed pods. Clump 

former. Spreads by rhizomes. 

Non-invasive. 

3-5ft/MSu-EFa/Z3-9/#1 Grade S 

Asclepias tuberosa 

ASCTU30, ASCTU72 (Butterfly 

Weed) A hassle-free perennial, 

with three months of tangerine 

orange blooms followed by 

green fruits filled with silverywhite, 

silky seeds. Excellent 

long-lasting cut flower. Breaks 

dormancy late. 

24in/ESu-LSu/Z3-9/30 & 72ct S 


‘Hello Yellow’ 

ASCHY30, ASCHY72 (Butterfly 

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 

Aruncus 

‘Misty Lace’ PP15798 

Asarum splendens 

Asclepias incarnata 

‘Cinderella’ 

Asparagus ‘Purple Passion’ 

ASPPPG1 A sweet (20% more 

sugar) and nutty flavored selection. 

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 


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Asparagus 

‘Jersey Giant’ 

Asparagus ‘Purple Passion’ 


KICKIN Asters 

A 

Aster Blue Autumn 

(‘Oudshoorn 1’ PP17400) 

Aster dumosus 

‘Wood’s Light Blue’ 

Photo courtesy of Cultivaris 

Aster 

KICKIN 

‘Lavender’ 


Aster 

KICKIN 

‘Lilac Blue’ 

Aster dumosus 

‘Wood’s Purple’ 

Aster novae-angliae 

‘Purple Dome’ 

Aster novi-belgii 

‘Alert’ 

Aster Blue Autumn 

(‘Oudshoorn 1’ PP17400) 

ASTBAG1, ASTBA72 (Aster) 

Remarkably vivid violet blue, daisylike 

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 C 


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’ selections 

have shown excellent resistance 

to mildew and rust. 


72ct C 

Aster dumosus ‘Wood’s Purple’ 

ASTWUG1, ASTWU72 (New York 


semi-double, purple flowers are produced 

atop dwarf, compact plants 

that do not require staking. ‘Wood’s’ 

selections have shown excellent 

resistance to mildew and rust. 


72ct C 

Aster novae-angliae 

‘Purple Dome’ 

ASTPDG1, ASTPD72 (New England 

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. 


72ct C 

Aster novi-belgii ‘Alert’ 

ASTALG1, ASTAL72 (New York 


deep purplish-red flowers are produced 

prolifically. A terrific accent 

to fall-blooming grasses. This species 

has an especially compact habit and 

the flowers are great for cutting. 


72ct C 


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, creating 

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. 


Aster KICKIN ‘Pink Chiffon’ 

ASTKPG1, ASTKP72 Pastel pink flowers with a 

gold button center. 



Aster KICKIN ‘Pink Chiffon’ 

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Astilbes are often used to add 

bright splashes of color to 

shade gardens. In northern 

climates, they can also thrive 

in full sun. Their ferny textured 

foliage forms an attractive 

clump topped with showy 

flower plumes in summer. 

Astilbes combine perfectly 

with Hostas, Brunnera, and 

Tall Bearded Irises. 

MICHIGAN GROWN 

Astilbe 

CULTURE 

Simplicifolia Group–Characterized 

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 establish 

than the Arendsii Group, 

requiring about 3 years to reach 

maturity. 

Astilbe ‘August Light’ 

Astilbe ‘Bressingham Beauty’ 

Arendsii Group–Developed by 

famed German nurseryman 

George Arends, this group includes 

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 blooming 

and moderately drought tolerant 

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. 

Visit www.WaltersGardens.com 

for growing information. 

Astilbe ‘Bridal Veil’ 

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 salmonrose 

flowers held in long, 

gracefully arching plumes. 

Medium green leaves form 

attractive mounds of bold 

foliage. A sport of ‘Cattleya’ 

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. 


28in/ESu/Z4-9/2 eye D 

Award: RHS 

Astilbe 

‘Burgundy Red’ 

Astilbe ‘Burgundy Red’ 

ASBBRG1 Dark red scapes 

carry raspberry colored buds 

which open to rich burgundy 

red, triangular flower 

plumes. As the flowers age, 

they turn a vibrant shade of 

fuchsia. Glossy, deep green, 

finely dissected foliage. 


18-20in/ESu-MSu/Z4-9/2 

eye D 

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MICHIGAN GROWN ASTILBE 

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Astilbe chinensis 

‘Milk and Honey’ 

Photo courtesy of Visions 


‘Purple Candles’ 



‘Vision in Pink’ PP11860 



‘Maggie Daley’ 

Astilbe chinensis ‘Vision 

in White’ PP18965 


‘Visions’ 

Astilbe ‘Delft Lace’ PP19839 


‘Vision in Red’ PP11965 


‘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. 



‘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 

& silver when young. Vigorous; 

prolific bloomer. 



‘Purple Candles’ 

ASBPCG1 (‘Purpurkerze’) (Chinese 

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 statement 

in the garden. 

42in/MSu/Z4-9/2 eye D 


‘Vision in Pink’ PP11860 

ASBVPG1, 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 D 



‘Vision in Red’ PP11965 

ASBVRG1, 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 



‘Vision in White’ PP18965 

ASBVWG1, 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 D 



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’ PP19839 

ASBDLG1, 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 


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MICHIGAN GROWN 

Astilbe ‘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 ‘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 

‘Deutschland’ 

Astilbe ‘Fanal’ 

Astilbe 

‘Elisabeth van Veen’ 

Astilbe ‘Glow’ 

Astilbe ‘Elisabeth van Veen’ 

ASBELG1 A brightly colored 

selection with vibrant raspberrypurple 

plumes on deep red stems. 

The glossy, green foliage is sometimes 

tinged with red and forms 

an attractive clump in the garden. 

Japonica group. 


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 popular 

red variety. Vigorous grower. 



Award: RHS 

Astilbe ‘Glow’ 

ASBGLG1 (‘Glut’) Very dark red 

buds open to deep red flowers with 

rose highlights. Narrowly triangular 

plumes are held upright. Leaves 

are bronze-red in spring, turning 

mid-green by summer. Arendsii 

group. 


Astilbe ‘Peach Blossom’ 

ASBPBG1 Delicate peach flowers 

with a hint of pink. Full plumes 

lend a frothy appearance to the 

clump. Glossy, green foliage. Japonica 

group. 


Astilbe ‘Radius’ 

ASBRDG1 This impressive selection 

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. 


Astilbe ‘Montgomery’ Astilbe ‘Peach Blossom’ 

Astilbe ‘Radius’ Astilbe ‘Red Sentinel’ 

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ASTILBE 

A 

Astilbe ‘Rheinland’ 

ASBRHG1 Clear rose-pink flowers 

are held in large, diamondshaped 

panicles. Very floriferous 

and vigorous. Large, mid-green 

leaves. One of the best early pink 

Astilbes. Japonica group. 


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. 


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. 


Astilbe ‘Sprite’ 

ASBSSG1 (Dwarf Astilbe) Shellpink 

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 ‘Rheinland’ 

TAKE AWAY TIP 

All 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. 


Astilbe ‘Rise and Shine’ 

Astilbe ‘Snowdrift’ 


Astilbe ‘Sprite’ 

Astilbe ‘White Gloria’ 


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MICHIGAN GROWN ASTILBE 

BREEDER PROFILE 

Jan Verschoor 

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 working 

a summer job at a reputable perennial nursery. 

After his father retired, Jan introduced perennial production 

into the family business, focusing 

first on cut flowers and then on breeding. 

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 fabulous 

finished plants. Faster finishing plants produce 

bunches of fragrant, triangular plumes. Individual 

colors are offered below. Arendsii group. 



Award: PBM 

YOUNIQUE 

Series 


Astilbe YOUNIQUE 

CARMINE 

(‘Verscarmine’ PP20324) 

SHORT ‘N 

SWEET Series 


Astilbe 

‘Fireberry’ PP20658 

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. 


Astilbe 

YOUNIQUE LILAC 

(‘Verslilac’ PP19847) 

Astilbe 

‘Sugarberry’ PP20674 

Astilbe ‘Fireberry’ PP20658– 

SHORT ‘N SWEET Series 

ASBFBG1 A new dwarf Astilbe from 

Jan Verschoor with vibrant raspberry 

pink, diamond-shaped plumes. Midgreen, 

petite foliage forms a relatively 

short, finely textured clump. Makes 

a nice addition to combination containers. 





Astilbe YOUNIQUE SILVERY PINK 

(‘Verssilverypink’ PP20656) 

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Astilbe YOUNIQUE WHITE 

(‘Verswhite’ PP19845) 

Astilbe ‘Sugarberry’ PP20674– 

SHORT ‘N SWEET Series 

ASBSUG1 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. 




Aurinia saxatilis 

SUMMIT 

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, prostrate 

mound in the landscape. 

7-9in/ESp-LSp/Z3-7/30ct S 

Baptisia 

DECADENCE Series 

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BREEDER PROFILE 

Hans Hansen 

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. 

Baptisia DECADENCE Series 

Baptisia 

DECADENCE 

‘Blueberry Sundae’ PPAF 

Baptisia 

DECADENCE 

‘Dutch Chocolate’ PPAF 

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 

‘Lemon Meringue’ PPAF 


‘Blueberry Sundae’ PPAF 

WGI Exclusive Introduction 

BAPBSG1 (False Indigo) More vibrant, 

indigo blue flowers and a shorter, wellbranched 

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 C 

All propagation prohibited. 

Proven Winners® label and container required. 

Recommended Finish Size: Premium 1-Gallon 


‘Dutch Chocolate’ PPAF 


BAPDCG1 (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 C 





‘Lemon Meringue’ PPAF 


BAPLMG1 (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 C 




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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. 

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 growers 

in the US other than 

Walters Gardens, Inc. 

offer bare root Baptisia. 

Photo courtesy of Chicagoland Grows® 

This native perennial 

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 counterparts, 

offering a much 

greater value for the 

end consumer. 

Baptisia 

PRAIRIEBLUES 

Series 

Baptisia 

SOLAR FLARE PRAIRIEBLUES 

(‘Solar Flare’ PP20408) 

Baptisia australis 

Baptisia ‘Purple Smoke’ 

ADDED VALUE: In our trials, members 

of the PRAIRIEBLUES Series 

bloomed the first year from bare root 

without providing supplemental lighting. 

Photo courtesy of Chicagoland Grows® 

Baptisia 

TWILITE PRAIRIEBLUES 

(x variicolor ‘Twilite’ PP19011) 

Baptisia australis 

BAPAUG1, BAPAU72 (Blue 

False Indigo) Showy indigoblue 

flowers carried on tapering 

spikes up to 1 ft. long. They 

are held just above the dense, 

bushy mounds of soft bluegreen 

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 


Baptisia TWILITE 

PRAIRIEBLUES 

(x variicolor ‘Twilite’ PP19011) 

BAPTWG1 (False Indigo) 

Purple buds open to violetpurple 

flowers with lemon 

yellow keels. Blue-green foliage 

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 


Award: UGA 

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Belamcanda chinensis 

BELCHG1 (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 



BELHYG1 (Blackberry Lily) A 

profusion of bright yellow, unspotted, 

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. 


B 


‘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, pearshaped 

seed pods burst open to 

reveal clusters of black seeds in 

fall. Resistant to leaf spot. 


Bergenia cordifolia 

‘Winter Glow’ 

BERWI30, BERWI72 (‘Winterglut’) 

(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 durable 

groundcover. 

12-15in/ESp-LSp/Z3-8/30 & 

72ct S 



‘Freckle Face’ 

Fall Color 

WALTERS GARDENS IS PROUD 

TO WELCOME... 

Kelly Oates 

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 improvement 

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 interesting 

perspective on both the market demands for new and 

distinct perennials as well as the science involved in creating 

them. 

Kelly loves bold flowering plants and enjoys hybridizing 

Rudbeckia, Monarda, Dicentra, Helleborus, and just about 

anything else she stumbles upon blooming. Look for terrific 

new introductions to come from Kelly in the future! 



Bergenia cordifolia 

‘Winter Glow’ 

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