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<strong>Thyme</strong> <strong>After</strong> <strong>Thyme</strong> Herbs & Perennials 2011 Retail Catalog<br />
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Wolverine Hosta................................................ lavender 24” 36”<br />
Unique eye catching variety has long tapering blue-green leaves with a<br />
golden margin. Fast growing variety that has a cascading appearance..<br />
.......................................................................... 4” - N/A, Gallon - $16.00<br />
Houttuynia cordata Camelon................................................... HOUTTYNIA<br />
late spring white 6-12” Zone 3-8<br />
Makes a spectacular ground cover of color – yellow, green, scarlet to<br />
red. Variegated leaves are fragrant w<strong>he</strong>n crus<strong>he</strong>d and smell a lot like<br />
cilantro. Is more controllable w<strong>he</strong>n planted in dry sites but will colonize in a<br />
wet area and can be invasive..................................4” - $4.25, Gallon - $7.50<br />
Hyacinthoides hispanica (syn. Scilla peruviana)......... CARIBBEAN LILY<br />
spring blue 6-12” 6-9” Zone 7-10<br />
A stunning addition to t<strong>he</strong> garden with large blue long-lasting flowers.<br />
T<strong>he</strong> bloom is an amazingly beautiful sp<strong>he</strong>re made up of tiny individual blue<br />
stars.......................................................................... 4” – N/A, Gallon - $7.50<br />
Hydrangea................................................................................... Hydrangea<br />
See Woodies section for several varieties and colors<br />
Hypericum calcynium Brigadoon..................................AARON'S BEARD<br />
spring gold 15-18” Zone 5-7<br />
Bright yellow foliage tipped with red edges bear unique gold flowers in<br />
t<strong>he</strong> spring. This upright groundcover becomes woody with age and benefits<br />
from pruning of old wood to promote new growth. .........................................<br />
................................................................................4” - $4.50, Gallon - $8.00<br />
Hypericum x moseranum Tricolor......................................... HYPERICUM<br />
summer yellow 12-24” Zone 5-9<br />
A striking semi-evergreen sub-shrub with attractively variegated green,<br />
cream and pink leaves with red stems. Yellow flowers bloom sporadically all<br />
summer. Grow in well-drained soil in full sun..........4” - $4.50, Gallon - $8.00<br />
Hyssop officinalis........................................................................... HYSSOP<br />
lavender 18-24” Zone 3-11<br />
Lovely lavender flowers on dainty evergreen foliage. Hyssop is a great<br />
attractor for butterflies, bees and birds. Leaves can be used sparingly<br />
in salads and marinades as too much may be bitter. Can be used fresh<br />
or dried but it must be harvested at t<strong>he</strong> peak of maturity and dried in a<br />
well circulated sunny room for six days. Makes a great <strong>he</strong>rbal tea. Very<br />
aromatic!.................................................................4” - $ 4.00, Gallon - $7.50<br />
Iris chrysographis Black Form................................................ BLACK IRIS<br />
spring black 12-18” Zone 3-9<br />
Very unusual velvety black flowers on a 12-18” plant. Narrow grey-green<br />
blades. Spreads by rhizomes. Prefers drier conditions t<strong>he</strong>n ot<strong>he</strong>r irises, so<br />
be sure to add some sand or grit for our clay soils..........................................<br />
.................................................................................4” - N/A, Gallon - $10.00<br />
Iris cristata............................................................................CRESTED IRIS<br />
early spring<br />
This dwarf woodland native is low maintenance w<strong>he</strong>re soil is rich and<br />
moist. A strong performer, t<strong>he</strong> flowers are soft and striking in a woodland<br />
bed or rock garden. Let t<strong>he</strong>m spread to form a surprising carpet in t<strong>he</strong><br />
spring. This group of iris benefits from t<strong>he</strong> addition of lime and organic<br />
matter to t<strong>he</strong> clay soils of Georgia. So drought tolerant it will live under a<br />
maple tree!................................................................. 4” - $6.00, Gallon –N/A<br />
Alba...................................................................... white 4-6” Zone 5-8<br />
Striking pure white flower petals with yellow crests peek out from dwarf<br />
green foliage. A hard to find species.<br />
Blue...................................................... blue 6-9” 12-18” Zone 3-9<br />
Lovely lavender to light blue flowers on upright foliage with white and<br />
yellow crests.<br />
Powder Blue Giant................................ blue 6” 12-15” Zone 5-8<br />
Three inch bright blue flowers with golden crests and darker blue accents.<br />
Bigger, bolder, and more vigorous than t<strong>he</strong> species.<br />
Tennessee White............................ white 8-10” 12-24” Zone 3-9<br />
A wonderful native selection from Plantsman, Don Shadow in Winc<strong>he</strong>ster<br />
Tennessee. Vigorous spreader and prolific bloomer. Spectacular white<br />
flowers with yellow crests in t<strong>he</strong> spring.<br />
Iris ensata Variegata...................................VARIEGATED JAPANESE IRIS<br />
early summer blue with white 34” Zone 4-9<br />
Striking green centered with white-edged leaves that hold t<strong>he</strong>ir<br />
variegation throughout t<strong>he</strong> season. Blue-purple flowers in early summer.<br />
This iris is a strikingly beautiful one because of its bright variegation.............<br />
.................................................................................4” - N/A, Gallon - $12.00<br />
Iris germanica...................................................................... BEARDED IRIS<br />
summer Zone 3-9<br />
A hardy long lived perennial that requires minimal maintenance. T<strong>he</strong><br />
flowers have six petals. Three upright called standards and three hanging<br />
called falls. A fuzzy line or beard runs down t<strong>he</strong> middle of each fall...............<br />
.................................................................................4” - N/A, Gallon - $10.00<br />
Autumn Circus................................................................. violet 36”<br />
Blue-violet peppering on a near white bloom. Rebloomer spring and fall.<br />
Limited availability.<br />
Before t<strong>he</strong> Storm.......................................................... black 24”-36”<br />
Flowers are so dark purple t<strong>he</strong>y appear black!! Blooms in mid to late<br />
summer. Fragrant flower. Available in fall only.<br />
Clarence................................................... white and lavender 30”-36”<br />
Pale blue to lavender falls with an upright white standard. Rebloomer<br />
spring and fall. Available in fall only.<br />
Feedback............................ lavender 36”<br />
A classic purple almost blue bloom. Really<br />
lovely. Rebloomer spring and fall. Limited<br />
availability.<br />
Harvest of Memories........ yellow 36-48”<br />
A spectacular bright yellow with an amazing<br />
fragrance. Rebloomer spring and fall. Limited<br />
availability.<br />
Immortality.......................... white 24-36”<br />
Pure white blooms with a yellow beard.<br />
Rebloomer spring and fall. Limited availablilty.<br />
NEW!! Millenium Sunrise..... apricot 36”<br />
Golden apricot colored blooms that are 4”<br />
wide and 7” tall on strong stems. Rebloomer spring, summer and fall.<br />
Available in fall only.<br />
NEW!! Red Hawk.................................................................. red 24”-36”<br />
Deep red flowers in late summer are beautiful and fragrant. Available in<br />
fall only. Pair with Before t<strong>he</strong> Storm to show your Georgia Bulldog spirit.<br />
Iris louisiana...................................................................... LOUISIANA IRIS<br />
summer various colors 3-4’ 3’<br />
Looking for a plant that will thrive in a site with full to part sun and moist<br />
soil? This is it! Sword-like foliage with spring to summer flowers. A single<br />
plant can grow to be a 3’x3’ clump in two years. Evergreen foliage adds<br />
great architectural interest. Plant with t<strong>he</strong> rhizomes on top or above soil<br />
level..........................................................................4” - N/A, Gallon - $12.00<br />
Black Gamecock....................................... black/purple 24” Zone 4-9<br />
Deep blue-black flowers with a narrow golden line signal.<br />
NEW!! Bold Pretender........................................... rose 30” Zone 4-9<br />
This native Iris has rose red bi-toned petals that burst with color. Excellent<br />
for t<strong>he</strong> edge of a pond or boggy area but does not require those<br />
conditions.<br />
Heat<strong>he</strong>r Stream................... lavender 26”-42” 12”-15” Zone 6-10<br />
Delicate lavender flower petals with yellow crests peek out from lovely<br />
green sword-like foliage. Will tolerate being planted in a consistently<br />
moist area or along a stream or bog.<br />
NEW!! Her Highness.................................. white 24”-36” Zone 6-11<br />
Stately large pure white flowers with ruffled edges and narrow graceful<br />
foliage.<br />
Jack Attack................. purple and gold 24”-36” 12”-24” Zone 5-9<br />
Deep wine red to purple flower petrals with golden yellow contrasting<br />
signals. T<strong>he</strong> flower edges have a slightly ruffled texture and are super<br />
cute.<br />
Spicy Cajun..................... violet and yellow 38” 12”-24” Zone 4-9<br />
Spice up your garden with this lovely two toned Iris that has violet petals<br />
with a striking yellow eye and tall green foliage. Thus giving all t<strong>he</strong><br />
colors of Mardis Gras all on one plant!<br />
(native to S.E. United States or derived from native), Light Requirements ( = Full Sun, = Partial Shade, = Shade) Season of Bloom, Flower Color(s), Winter Interest, Height,<br />
Width, Butterfly Plant, Hummingbird, = No Deer, = No Rabbit. Note: Variety & Cultivar names are in Italics. Common names are in all CAPS.