Perennials M - Z

Manfreda 'Macha Mocha'

Sarracenia x catesbaei

Sarracenia 'Doodle Bug' COPF

Sarracenia 'Lady Bug'

This bigeneric hybrid between Manfreda variegata and Agave celsii was raised and named by well-known plant explorer Carl Schoenfeld of Yucca Do Nursery. Manfreda 'Macha Mocha' features thick, rubbery green leaves which are covered in red spots when grown in high light exposures. The 3 ft. clump of foliage is topped by 8 ft. flower spikes in late spring. For full sun, well- drained soils. Hardy in Zones 8 and 9. NEW! Sarracenia x catesbaei is a naturally occurring hybrid of S. flava and S. purpurea from the coastal plain areas from Virginia to South Carolina. Sarracenia x catesbaei forms dramatic, flaring open-mouthed pitcher with a fantastic network of red veins. The 12 to 18 inch leaves are topped by "flying saucer like" red flowers.

This hybrid of our native S. alabamensis and S. psittacina has eight inch, green cobra-shaped pitchers with prominent red veins around the near white top of the leaf. For very moist, boggy conditions in full sun. Hardy in Zone 5 to 9.

NEW! Another addition in the 'Little Bug' series, 'Lady Bug' features cute little red pitcher reminiscent of a submarine's periscope. The red leaves with white flecking on the terminal midsection comprises a 8 to 10 inch clump. For full sun in very moist to wet conditions in zones 5 to 9.

Sarracenia 'Love Bug'

Sarracenia 'Red Bug' PP#13,412/COPF

Silene caroliniana 'Bubblegum'

Silene 'Prairie Fire' PPAF

NEW! This "Little Bug" pitcher plant hybrid forms a 8 to 10 inch clump of deep red pitcher-shaped leaves. Each tube-shaped leaf, (darkest red at the terminal end) displays a flaring hood. White flecks accent the red pigment in the foliage. For moist, wet bog-like soils in full sun. Hardy in zones 5 to 9. This pitcher plant introduction from the North Carolina Botanical Gardens is a hybrid between S. rubra and S. wherryi. An amazing vigorous selection, 'Red Bug' produces red narrow cobra-like pitchers on 8 inch clumps. For full sun in wet to boggy sights. Hardy in Zone 5 to 9. Asexual propagation prohibited by law. This is a selection of one of our over-looked native perennials that is a great addition to the spring garden. Multitudes of pink star-like flowers cover the dark green foliage in late April, early May. 'Bubblegum' prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is an excellent candidate for the rock garden. Hardy in Zone 4 to 8.

This Silene selected by Neil Dibol from Prairie Nursery in Wisconsin features numerous brilliant red flowers on loose panicles in late July - August. Assumed to be a natrual tetraploid based on the larger flower and foliage than the average type. Grows to 3 1/2 to 4 feet. For moist well-drained areas in full sun. Hardy in Zone 4 to 8. Asexual propagation without a license in prohibited by law.

Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Lucerne'

Tanacetum vulgare 'Isla Gold'

Thalictrum delavayi' Hewitt’s Double'

Tricyrtis formosana 'Emperor'

(Blue-eyed Grass)  The narrow iris-like mound of foliage of 'Lucerne' is topped by 3/4 inch violet-blue flowers with a yellow throat.  A choice perennial perfect for the rock garden or for adding late spring color in the front of the spring border.  Grows to 8 inches.  Hardy in Zone 4 to 9.

This stunning Tansy features fine, lacy foliage bright yellow in color. With its finely dissected leaves, it may be showcased next to darker foliaged perennials with bold foliage to add contrast in form and texture. Best growth occurs in full sun and well drained soils. 'Isla Gold' will form a clump 4 feet in height and width over time. Hardy in Zone 4 to 9 Perhaps the showiest thalictrum in flower, 'Hewitt's' displays sprays of double flowers in a rich mauve color. Reaching a height of 4 to 6 feet, it is best suited against a wall or shrub where its magnificent floral display may be showcased against a darker green background. The blue-green columbine like foliage provides a delicate foil for the flowers. Best growth occurs in moist, well drained soils in light shade. Hardy in Zone 4 to 9. This bright new introduction from Plant Delights Nursery features gold wedge-shaped leaves bordered by a creamy white margin. The 12 inch clump of foliage is topped by purple speckled flowers in mid summer. 'Emperer' prefers moist woodland soils in light to medium shade. Hardy in Zone 6 to 9.

Tricyrtis 'Lemon Twist'

Yucca aloifolia 'Marginata'

Yucca smalliana 'Bright Edge'

Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard'

'Lemon Twist' is a hybrid between T. flava and T. ohsumiensis, introduced by Darrell Probst. It features thick, light green leaves peppered with darker spots. In October light yellow flowers top the 12 inch clump of foliage. For moist woodland condiditons. Hardy in Zone 4 to 9.

This fantastic selection of our native Yucca aloifolia features dramatic dark green leaves edged with a rich creamy-white margin. This trunk-forming yucca can reach a height of up to 7 feet and is crowned with 2 foot spikes of white bell-shaped flowers in early summer. For well-drained exposures and full sun in Zone 6 to 9. A rarely offered gem.

Yucca 'Bright Edge' displays narrow dark green leaves edged with a bright gold margin. Of a more compact nature than the filamentosa types, 'Bright Edge' works well in smaller perennial borders and rock gardens. Three foot flower stems hold masses of white bell-shaped flowers in midsummer. Hardy in Zone 5 to 9.

Probably the most dramatic of the variegated yucca, this awesome selection was brought back from Japan by Paul Aden of Hosta fame. 'Color Guard' produces lance-shaped leaves that are bright gold, edged with a green margin. It holds color better than the other medio variegated types. In midsummer the 4 foot clumps send up 5 to 6 foot stalks which support dozens of white bell-shaped flowers. Add pizzazz to your summer perennial border! Requires well drained soils in full sun to light shade. Hardy in Zone 5 to 10.

Yucca recurvifolia 'Gold Ribbons'

Yucca filamentosa 'Golden Sword'

Yucca filamentosa 'Hairy'

Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata'

This selection of Yucca recurvifolia by Sean Hogan of Cistus Nursery features soft, weeping leaves with a yellow center and a gray-green margin. With maturity it will form a trunk with spikes of large white bell-shped flowers in mid summer. Hardy in Zone in 6b to 9.

This popular variety has a yellow leaf center which is brightest in the spring and autumn. Its lance-shaped foliage is narrower than 'Color Guard' and is held more upright. Imposing 6 foot flower stems tower over the 4 foot clump of foliage in midsummer. Great for adding dramatic interest to the garden. Hardy in Zone 5 to 9.

This form of Yucca filamentosa was selected by Tom Foley for its extreme amount of filaments along the edges of the blue-green sword-like leaves. The 18 in. tall x 3 ft. wide clump is topped by spikes of white, bell-shaped flowers in summer. Hardy in Zone 5 to 9. (Zone 4 with protection).

This fantastic selection of Yucca gloriosa features thick, blue-green leaves with a wide gold margin. In summer, the margin brightens to a rich cream. In time the 2 to 3 feet wide clump will form a trunk to 4 feet tall. A great specimen plant for the sunny border. Hardy in Zone 6b to 10.

Yucca linearifolia

Yucca nana

Yucca recurvifolia 'Variegata'

Zantedechia aethiopica 'White Giant'

(Syn Yucca rostrata var linearis) This Texas and Northern Mexico native features long narrow pale-green leaves on a trunk to 5 feet tall. A newly classified species uncommon to the trade. Hardy in Zone 7 to 10.

(Yucca harrimaniae ssp harrimaniae) This cute little rock garden yucca hails from the Utah-Colorado border. This dwarf form of Yucca harrimaniae was given species status in 1998. Ideal for full sun in well-drained soil. Yucca nana will form a 12 inch by 12 inch clump over time. Its very narrow gray-green leaves are covered in white filaments. White bell-shaped flowers top the clump in summer. Hardy in Zone 5 (4) to 7.

This is a selection of Yucca recurvifolia with an interesting chartreuse margin bordering the blue leaves. Yucca recurvifolia is native to the Southeastern United States (Georgia to Louisiana), and will develop into a large plant up to 6 feet in height over time. The foliage is soft and arches gracefully against the trunk. Spikes of 2 foot white flowers top mature plants inmidsummer. Hardy in Zone 6b to 10.

This giant selection of Z. aethiopica features 3-foot clumps of white-speckled, ruffled arrow-shaped leaves topped by 7 foot tall flower stems carrying the white boot-shaped flower. For full sun and moist soils. Hardy in Zone 7 to 10.