Perennials

Previously considered part of the arum family, sweet flag now has a family of its own, Acoraceae. The 10-12” narrow, sedge-like foliage looks yellow from a distance but on closer inspection there is noticeable irregular green striping along the length of the leaves. Residing in bogs and marshes they will be content near the edge of ponds or streams in part shade to sun. Learn More

A new dark foliage introduction claiming to be shorter than the classic snakeroot selection 'Hillside Black Beauty'. Plants mature 2-3' in height with a familiar display of late season fragrant flowers that emerge pink and fade as they fully open. An excellent option for a promient mid-border location in either full sun or bright shade. Learn More

An exciting new cultivar discovered at Mt. Cuba Center in Greenville, Delaware featuring shadowy blue-green foliage. Like the native woodland baneberry, panicles of white flowers appear in spring eventually developing the characteristic “doll’s eyes” on distinct red pedicels which persist for weeks into the fall. Requires moist, humus rich soils in part sun to light shade. Learn More

It’s hard to believe this is an ajuga and clump forming to boot! The green furrowed foliage has creamy white margins which highlight the intense dark blue flowers that appear in spring. The 12-18” plants should be sited in part sun to light shade with moist but well-drained soils. Learn More

A bizarre plant with dramatic, dark green, mottled stems that can reach 5' tall each one topped by a huge divided leaf. In May, mature tubers produce an unusual foul smelling flower consisting of a deep purple spathe and a striking purple-maroon spadix. After flowering the plant will “rest” for a month or so before the foliage emerges. Learn More

It seems there is a recognition problem in the botanical classification of this bluestar; it has also been sold as A. tabernaemontana var. montana ‘Alba’. Found as a chance seed strain, it was introduced by Seneca Hills Perennials back in 2007. This compact perennial, up to 18”, is much like A. tabernaemontana ‘Short Stack’, but features sparkling white flower clusters in spring. Grow in full sun to part sun in moist soils with good drainage. Learn More

Terminal clusters of sky-blue, star-shaped flowers appear in spring atop 24-30" stems of dark green willow-like foliage. Leaves turn bright yellow in the fall. Learn More

This stunning, hard to find woodland shade perennial has glossy Actea-like foliage. Unusual, summer blooming, lavender-pink flowers hang from 2-3' wiry stems. Needs moist, well-drained soil rich in humus. Learn More

We have hand picked the brightest seedlings of this spectacular herbaceous Aralia showcasing bright gold foliage in spring. As the season progresses the pinnate leaves turn chartreuse. At this time, curious white flower umbels emerge on 2' spikes, towering above the 3' x 3' leafy stems. Purple-black fruit are formed as the flowers fade. Plants are at their best when sited in a humus-rich shade border that receives some morning sun. Learn More