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www.<strong>Friends</strong><strong>School</strong><strong>Plant</strong><strong>Sale</strong>.com May 10–12, <strong>2013</strong> • <strong>Friends</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>Plant</strong> <strong>Sale</strong> 15<br />

Garden Perennials<br />

We accept cash, checks, Amex,<br />

Visa, MasterCard & Discover<br />

Flax, Blue Linum perenne<br />

Single blooms on wiry stems. Blooms late spring<br />

through summer. May be short-lived, but reseeds.<br />

Í∏Â¥<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot:<br />

P237 Blue Flax ß—Fea<strong>the</strong>ry sprays of blue flowers all<br />

summer 18”h<br />

P238 Saphyr, L. perenne nanum ß—Dwarf and compact,<br />

same big blue flowers. 8–10”h<br />

P239 Fleeceflower Persicaria filiformis<br />

Painter’s Palette—Colorful leaves, jointed stems, and<br />

astilbe-like flowers. Not invasive. 24”h Í∏ç<br />

$3.00—3.5” pot<br />

P240 Fleeceflower, Giant<br />

Persicaria polymorpha<br />

Plumes of fluffy white blooms like giant astilbe or<br />

goat’s beard in late May or early June through<br />

September, when it develops pinkish seed heads. Very<br />

slow to emerge in <strong>the</strong> spring, <strong>the</strong>n takes off. Even<br />

more magnificent and shrub-like in its second year.<br />

Drought tolerant and very hardy. 60”h by 60”w Í∏<br />

$6.00—1 quart pot<br />

Foamflower Tiarella<br />

Tiny spring flowers, but most often grown for <strong>the</strong><br />

attractive foliage. See also Foamy Bells. Í∏Óç˝Ω<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot:<br />

P241 Wherry’s Foamflower, T. wherryi ß—Clumpforming.<br />

Pink and white flowers. Fragrant. 10”h<br />

$3.00—2.5” pot:<br />

P243 Heartleaf Foamflower, T. cordifolia—Mounding<br />

ground cover with foamy, white flower stalks in<br />

early spring. Spreads by stolons. 6–12”h<br />

$6.00—4.5” pot:<br />

P244 Running Tapestry, T. cordifolia—Vigorous ground<br />

cover with red speckled foliage. White blooms.<br />

8–12”h<br />

$8.00—4.5” pot:<br />

P245 Iron Butterfly ß—Unusually long, maple<br />

shaped leaves are cool mint green on <strong>the</strong> edges<br />

and deep purple-black in <strong>the</strong> middle. Curving<br />

stems host densely clustered pink buds and wisps<br />

of starlike ivory flowers. 16”h<br />

Foamy Bells Heuc<strong>here</strong>lla<br />

A beautiful intergeneric cross between coral bells and<br />

foamflower (Heuchera and Tiarella). Blooms spring<br />

through summer with spikes of bell flowers. Neat<br />

foliage similar to foamflower. Does well with hostas<br />

and ferns. Í∏Ó˝<br />

$4.00—1 quart pot:<br />

P246 Bridget Bloom ß—Clump-forming, green with<br />

brown veins. White and pink flowers. 15–18”h<br />

$12.00—4.5” pot:<br />

P247 Brass Lantern—Brassy gold and red mapleshaped<br />

leaves are really a beacon in a mixed bed.<br />

Spikes of white flowers on dark stems. Best color<br />

in light shade. 20”h<br />

P248 Solar Eclipse ß—In a word: Wow! Deeply scalloped,<br />

red-brown leaves bordered in electric lime<br />

green form a vigorous mound. 10”h<br />

P249 Sweet Tea ß—Scalloped copper-orange leaves<br />

with cinnamon-russet centers and hints of rose<br />

grow in dense layers with white flowers on 27”<br />

stalks in spring. Beautiful. 20”h by 28”w<br />

P250 Forget-Me-Nots Myosotis alpestris<br />

Victoria Blue—Masses of little flowers bloom late<br />

spring and summer. Prefers moist soil. Reseeding biennial.<br />

8” Í∏<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot<br />

Foxglove, Common Digitalis purpurea<br />

Long spikes of tubular flowers heavily mottled inside.<br />

Blooms in late spring and again in fall. Excellent for<br />

bees and hummingbirds. Leaves poisonous. Flowers<br />

<strong>the</strong> first year. Needs winter mulch. Hardy biennial.<br />

Í∏Ω˙Â¥<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot:<br />

P251 Camelot Lavender ß—40”h<br />

P252 Camelot Rose ß—Deep rose pink flowers with<br />

a burgundy interior. 40”h<br />

$6.00—4.5” pot:<br />

P253 Candy Mountain ß—Unusual, upward-facing<br />

foxglove. Fat spires of rose pink blooms on strong<br />

stems. 36–<strong>56</strong>”h<br />

P254 Foxglove, Pink Digitalis thapsis<br />

Spanish Peaks—Spikes of raspberry rose flowers in early<br />

summer over a trim mat of furry foliage. Thrives in a<br />

variety of soils. 12”h Í∏ Ω¥ $3.00—2.5” pot<br />

P255 Foxglove, Straw Digitalis lutea<br />

Narrow spikes of petite lemon yellow blooms. More<br />

reliably perennial than o<strong>the</strong>r foxgloves. 36”h Í∏ Ω¥<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot<br />

P2<strong>56</strong> Foxglove, Willow Leaf ß<br />

Digitalis obscura<br />

Sub-shrub with flowers ranging from yellow through<br />

orange and rust with red spots inside. Blooms late<br />

spring through midsummer. From Spain. Cut back in<br />

March to assure vigorous new growth. 12–48”h Í Ω¥<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot<br />

P257 Fumeroot, Ferny<br />

Corydalis cheilanthifolia<br />

Dainty, fern-like leaves are lovely until winter. Very<br />

early miniature yellow flowers. Leaves stay green in<br />

<strong>the</strong> garden long after <strong>the</strong> true ferns have died back.<br />

10”h Í∏ ‰ $3.00—3.5” pot<br />

Gas <strong>Plant</strong> Dictamnus albus<br />

Star-shaped flowers on multiple spikes in early summer.<br />

Best cultivated in full sun and rich, well-drained<br />

soil. It resents being disturbed once established.<br />

Can cause skin irritation; wear long pants, sleeves<br />

and gloves when working around it. 24–36”h Í∏¥<br />

$3.00—2.5” pot:<br />

P258 Pink, ‘Purpureus’<br />

P259 White<br />

P260 Gentian, True Blue Gentiana ◊<br />

Open funnel shaped blooms of <strong>the</strong> most amazing electric<br />

blue shade, mid to late summer. Deer resistant.<br />

24–30”h Í∏ ∫˙<br />

$15.00—1 gal. pot<br />

See also <strong>the</strong> native BOTTLE GENTIAN, <strong>page</strong> 49<br />

P261 Ginger, European Asarum europaeum<br />

A beautiful evergreen groundcover for moist, woodland<br />

gardens. 2-3” leaves are lea<strong>the</strong>ry and glossy. Bellshaped<br />

greenish purple or brown flowers are hidden<br />

beneath foliage. Blooms in early spring. Prefers slightly<br />

acid soil. 4”h ∏Ó ˝¥<br />

$5.00—3.5” pot<br />

See also <strong>the</strong> WILD GINGER, <strong>page</strong> 49<br />

Globe Flower Trollius<br />

Spring blooms. Truly <strong>the</strong> queen of <strong>the</strong> buttercup family,<br />

with strong stems requiring no staking. Thrives in<br />

very moist conditions and poorly draining clay soils,<br />

but will adapt to well-drained soil too. 긴<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot:<br />

P262 Golden Queen, T. chinensis ß—Each stem is<br />

topped by large bright tangerine blossoms. 24”h<br />

∫<br />

P263 White, T. albiflorus ◊ß—Flowers start blooming<br />

when <strong>the</strong> stalk is only 4” high, looking like a<br />

white buttercup or anemone with prominent yellow<br />

centers. From wet alpine meadows, w<strong>here</strong> it<br />

pops up as <strong>the</strong> snow recedes. 24”h ‰<br />

$6.00—4.5” pot:<br />

P264 New Moon ß—Pale creamy-yellow flowers on a<br />

vigorous grower. 24”h<br />

P265 Globe Thistle Echinops ritro<br />

Buds are silver, opening to dark blue globes June–July.<br />

Dramatic prickly leaves. 24–48” ÍΩ $1.50—2.5” pot<br />

P266 Goatsbeard Aruncus dioicus<br />

Tall background plant for wild borders. Slow to establish.<br />

Delicate lacy white blooms May–June, Showy, very<br />

hardy and heat tolerant. 72” Í∏ÓΩ<br />

$3.00—3.5” pot<br />

P267 Goatsbeard, Dwarf<br />

Aruncus aethusifolius<br />

Noble Spirits—Delicate foliage. Panicles of tiny white<br />

flowers over dainty foliage, blooms June–July. Good for<br />

troughs. 10” Í∏Ó‰Ω<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot<br />

P268 Golden Lace Patrinia scabiosifolia ◊<br />

Airy, see-through stems of chrome-yellow flowers add<br />

novelty to your late summer garden. Fabulous paired<br />

with Brazilian verbena. One of <strong>the</strong> best new perennials<br />

to come along in <strong>the</strong> last couple of decades. Great cut<br />

flower. 48–72”h Í<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot<br />

Goldenrod Solidago<br />

Fall-blooming stunners. Í∏ ∫Ω¥<br />

$5.00—3.5” pot:<br />

P269A Golden Baby—Great cut flower. Forms a compact<br />

clump covered in dense golden plumes. Not<br />

an aggressive spreader. 18–24”<br />

$6.00—4.5” pot:<br />

P269B Fireworks—Rated #1 in <strong>the</strong> goldenrod trials at<br />

<strong>the</strong> Chicago Botanic Garden. Long arching spires<br />

of brilliant yellow tiny daisy flowers cascade in all<br />

directions above <strong>the</strong> compact foliage. It doesn’t get<br />

mildew or rust, nor is it a garden thug. Dramatic<br />

blooms alongside asters, grasses, and joe pye<br />

weed. Great in autumn bouquets. 36–48”h<br />

See also <strong>the</strong> native GOLDENROD, <strong>page</strong> 50<br />

P270 Gooseneck, Purple ß<br />

Lysimachia atropurpurea<br />

Beaujolais—Forms a low growing mound of gray<br />

foliage set with arching spikes of burgundy-wine flowers.<br />

Blooms from May to September. Great cut flowers.<br />

***** 24–36”h Í∏ ∫˙ $3.00—3.5” pot<br />

P271 Green and Gold ◊<br />

Chrysogonum virginianum<br />

Norman Singer’s Form—Groundcover with small but<br />

showy yellow flowers and circular leaves, mounding<br />

low and wide. Good for dry shady areas under trees.<br />

Blooms from May to October. May benefit from winter<br />

protection. 4–6”h Í∏ ˝ $6.00—4.5” pot<br />

P272 Hea<strong>the</strong>r, Summer Calluna vulgaris<br />

White, pink, purple, or red flowers in late summer.<br />

The tiny scale-like foliage also comes in a range of<br />

colors. Requires well-drained, poor, acidic soil.<br />

24–36”h Í∏ ç¥<br />

$6.00—3.5” pot<br />

Helen’s Flower Helenium hybrids<br />

Great late-season color on numerous small daisy-like<br />

blooms with reflexed petals. One of <strong>the</strong> easiest of all<br />

perennials. Nicknamed “sneezeweed” because <strong>the</strong><br />

dried leaves were once used to make snuff, not because<br />

it aggravates allergies. Í∏∫¥<br />

$2.00—2.5” pot:<br />

P273A Sahin’s Early Flowerer ß—Deep orange-red<br />

3” daisy flowers with dark brown and yellow<br />

cones develop cheerful orange and yellow streaks<br />

on <strong>the</strong> petals. Excellent cut flower. Flowers midsummer.<br />

30”h<br />

$4.00—in Bulbs & Bareroots each:<br />

273B Red Jewel ◊—Deep rich burgundy petals with<br />

blue undertones and sometimes yellow tips. The<br />

brown-maroon center has a gold edge. Long<br />

blooming period. 30–36”h<br />

$6.00—4.5” pot:<br />

P274 Mardi Gras—Quarter-sized fringed blooms of<br />

gold blotched with bright orange. Quite a show!<br />

Everyone wanted to know what it was in Pat’s<br />

garden. 30”h<br />

P275 Ruby Tuesday ß—Compact, with burgundy-red<br />

fluted petals widely spaced around a prominent<br />

center that matures from mahogany to gold.<br />

July–September blooms. 18–24”h<br />

See also <strong>the</strong> native HELEN’S FLOWER, <strong>page</strong> 50<br />

Hellebore Helleborus hybrids<br />

Among <strong>the</strong> first flowers of spring. Blooms look like<br />

wild roses. Very long-lived perennial in <strong>the</strong> right spot;<br />

perfect for moist, woodland areas.. Lea<strong>the</strong>ry evergreen<br />

leaves. Needs rich soil and good drainage. ∏Ó¥<br />

$8.00—1 quart pot:<br />

P276 Hybrids—A range of colors including white, yellow,<br />

pink, green and purple. 18”h<br />

$10.00—1 gal. pot:<br />

P277 Sunshine hybrids ◊—Colors range from<br />

pinks to white, green to almost black. 12–18”h<br />

Hen and Chicks Sempervivum<br />

Attractive rosettes tolerate hot, dry conditions. Grown<br />

on rooftops in Europe, hence <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>r common name,<br />

house leeks. Í ˝‰¥<br />

$1.50—2.5” pot:<br />

P278 Mix ß—Species mixture. 3–4”h<br />

$3.00—2.5” pot:<br />

P279 Mrs. Giuseppi, S. calcareum—One of <strong>the</strong> most<br />

interesting color and geometric patterns. Grayblue<br />

leaves have eye-catching maroon, triangular<br />

tips. Each hen grows up to 4” wide with a flock of<br />

bright chicks. 3”h<br />

P280 Oddity, S. tectorum—Unusual rolled, bright green<br />

leaves in a tight rosette. 3–6”h<br />

P281 Twilight Blues—Large olive-green shaded lavender<br />

leaves with purple tips. 3–6”h<br />

$4.00—3.5” pot:<br />

P282 Cobweb, S. arachnoideum—Looks like a spider<br />

web with its fine silvery hairs joining <strong>the</strong> tips of<br />

each leaf. 8”h<br />

$6.00—4.5” pot:<br />

P283 Royal Ruby—Ruby red foliage with smooth waxy<br />

leaves. Holds color all season. 3–4”h<br />

$10.00—6 plants in a pack:<br />

P284 Cobweb Buttons, S. arachnoideum ß—Pale-green<br />

rosettes look like a spider has covered <strong>the</strong> tips<br />

with silky, gray threads. Pink starry flowers on 4”<br />

spikes in summer. 1–3”h<br />

P285 Hen and Chicks, Mini ß<br />

Jovibarba hirta<br />

Among <strong>the</strong> tiniest of <strong>the</strong> Hen and Chicks. Ideal for<br />

dish garden, trough, bonsai accent, crevice garden,<br />

model railroads. The “chicks” detach and form rollers<br />

to move across <strong>the</strong> garden. Needs a well-drained site.<br />

1–2”h Í<br />

$2.00—2.5” pot<br />

Key<br />

Í Full sun<br />

∏ Part sun/part shade<br />

Ó Shade<br />

Ω Good for bees<br />

ı Bird food source<br />

∫ Butterfly-friendly<br />

˙ Hummingbird-friendly<br />

ç Attractive foliage<br />

Ç Culinary<br />

´ Edible flowers<br />

˝ Ground cover<br />

 Medicinal<br />

˜ Minnesota native<br />

‰ Rock garden<br />

† Cold-sensitive:<br />

keep above 40°F<br />

¥ Toxic to humans<br />

ß Saturday restock<br />

About those<br />

stars…<br />

Throughout, you will<br />

notice plants that are<br />

marked with five stars<br />

(★★★★★). These plants<br />

have been awarded five<br />

stars by Heger and<br />

Whitman in <strong>the</strong> 2011<br />

edition of Growing<br />

Perennials in Cold Climates<br />

as one of <strong>the</strong> very best<br />

plants available on <strong>the</strong><br />

market.<br />

Foxglove

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