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Abutilon 'Moonchimes'--staked
Evergreen shrub
3-5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dwarf plant with large, soft yellow bells appearing in most months. Prune to keep shapely.
Flowering maple
Flowering maple
Abutilon 'Seashell'--staked
Flowering maple
Evergreen shrub
4'h/4'w
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dainty pinkish cream bells have light red calyces on this free flowering shrub. The delicate light color of the flowers
shows up well in shade.
Abutilon 'Snowflake'--staked
Flowering maple
Evergreen shrub
4'h/4'w
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dainty form of flowering maple with flared white bell flowers produces flowers year round in mild areas.
Abutilon 'Soft Sunrise' TM--staked
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Abutilon x suntense
Flowering maple
Evergreen shrub
4'h/w
Showy specimen
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Grey-fuzzy leaves on vase-shaped, erect shrub with large, intense lavender, 4" wide-open flowers blooming summer-fall.
Abutilon x suntense 'Deep Magic'
Evergreen shrub
4'h/w
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Large, lavender blue, wide-open flowers in spring on this fuzzy leaved shrub.
Abutilon x suntense 'Soft Snow'
Evergreen shrub
5'h/w
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Grey-fuzzy leaves; large, near white, wide-open flowers have faintest lavender blush. Heavy spring bloom.
Abutilon 'Tiger Eye'--staked
Flowering maple
Evergreen shrub
8'
Use in mixed plantings, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Tall erect shrub has shiny green leaves. Orange bell flowers with striking red veins droop on long stems and attract
hummingbirds.
Abutilon 'Tangelo'--staked
Flowering maple
Evergreen shrub
4-5'+h\6'w
Use in bright shade gardens, for long color.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Compact, spreading form; pendant bright orange flowers year round in mild climates. Attractive to hummingbirds.
Oven's wattle
Acacia rigens
Needle wattle
Evergreen shrub
7-9'
Use in mixed plantings, dry gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Light airy shrub or small tree makes the typical bright yellow flowers in spring. Adaptable to moderately heavy soils.
Japanese maple
Acer pentaphyllum
Maple
Deciduous tree
20'
Use as specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
An open, arching habit and narrow leaf segments distinguish this Chinese maple. Valued for its relatively small stature
and graceful form.
Achillea abrotanoides
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
18-24" high
Use in dry gardens, on banks and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLow lacy leaves are light green and aromatic. Strongly erect stems produce lacy clusters of light yellow flowers in early
summer.
Achillea 'Appleblossom'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
2'h
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degFerny green leaves spread to form a mat, flat heads of dark pink flowers that age to creamy white make a dramatic
effect. Spring and summer bloom.
Achillea clavenae
Evergreen perennial
3 inches high, 2 feet wide
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Forms dense, low silver-leaved mat with white flowers on 4-8" stems.
Silvery yarrow
Achillea 'Crackadoo'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
18"-2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Feathery leaves in a spreading mat stay low. Pale orange flowers age to a light bright gold. Bloom period extended with
moderate watering.
Achillea 'Credo'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
18"-2'
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0degBright lemon yellow flowers in flat heads blend well in any garden planting scheme. Bloom period is extended with
moderate watering.
Achillea filipendulina 'Coronation Gold'
Fernleaf Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
3 feet high, 1 foot + wide
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Ferny grey clumps with very erect flowering stems and flat heads of yellow flowers in spring. Taller and stiffer than
most millefolium hybrids.
Achillea 'Heidi'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
2 feet high, 1 foot + wide
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading ferny green mats; flowers are deep pink fading to pale pink.
Achillea 'Hoffnung'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
2'h/3'+w
Use in borders, mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Pale apricot flowers open on flat heads and age to soft creamy yellow. Spreading clumps.
Achillea x kellereri
Evergreen perennial
10 inches high, 1 foot wide
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Forms dense, grey mound with large, pure white flowers on 8-10" stems.
Yarrow
Yarrow
Yarrow
Achillea 'Sunbeam'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
2'h
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degStiff upright stems carry flat heads of vivid yellow flowers in spring and early summer.
Achillea 'Terracotta'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
1-2'h
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degDissected grey leaves form low, ferny mat; flat heads of tawny orange flowers fade to yellow; color combination creates
nice effect.
Achillea tomentosa 'King George'
Dwarf yarrow
Evergreen perennial
3 inches high, 1 foot wide
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, grey-green mats producing pale yellow flowers through summer.
Achillea tomentosa 'Maynard's Gold'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
8"h/2-3'w
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Golden flower heads on stems to 8" displayed atop prostrate green foliage mat in summer.
Achillea 'Weser River Sandstone'
Yarrow
Evergreen perennial
2'h
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings,
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0degFlat heads of bright coral pink flowers fade to dusky pink then to cream on this distinctive yarrow cultivar.
Achillea --varieties
2'h
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degFerny leaves; flat heads with flowers various colors.
Sweet flag
Sweet flag
Sweet flag
Aeonium 'Cyclops'
Succulent perennial
4-5'
Use in containers, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Bold succulent perennial carries huge rosettes of dark burgundy leaves on stout stems. Color is best in full sun, protect
from hard frost.
Aeonium decorum
Pinwheel
Succulent perennial
1'h/1-2'w
Use in mixed plantings, containers.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Tender/protect
2-3" green rosettes have red margins and cover this well branched subshrub; pink fls. Use in containers, protect from
hard frost.
Aesculus californica
California buckeye
Deciduous tree
20 feet high, 30 feet wide
Small specimen tree or large shrub
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Beautiful, showy white flower spikes in late spring are set over large leaves. Thick stems provide good structure when
dormant. CA native.
Aethionema 'Warley Rose'
Evergreen perennial
6 inches high,1 foot wide
Good for rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense, mounding growth. Bright pink flower clusters in spring.
Stonecress
Pentapterygium
Agapetes serpens
Pentapterygium
Evergreen shrub
1-3 feet high, 5 feet wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Arching stems. Evergreen leaves, reddish new growth. Pendant red flowers. Very effective in containers.
Agastache 07-24
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Agastache aurantiaca
Orange hummingbird mint
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Aromatic leaves stay low; spikes of bright soft orange flowers appear in spring and summer. Attracts hummingbirds.
Moderate water brings repeat bloom.
Agastache aurantiaca hybrid
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Wands of bright orange flowers are carried over low green aromatic leaves on this long blooming mint. Attractive to
hummingbirds.
Agastache 'Blue Fortune'
Anise hyssop
Deciduous perennial
2'
Use in borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Erect stems to 2', new growth flushed purple. Tight terminal heads of lavender blue flowers in summer.
Agastache 'Burning Bright'
Deciduous perennial
2-3'
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Slender stems carry clusters of bright red orange flowers in spring and summer. Attractive to hummingbirds. A.
rupestris hybrid/SCN intro.
Agastache 'Burning Rose'
Evergreen perennial
To 2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
To 2', with erect stems carrying many clusters of 1" purplish rose flowers in summer. Attractive to hummingbirds.
Agastache cana
Mosquito plant
Evergreen perennial
To 2'
Borders, flower gardens
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
To 2', branching flowering stems. Clusters of 1" very dark pink flowers bloom summer-fall. Aromatic minty fragrance to
leaves.
Agastache cana hybrid
Evergreen perennial
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Agastache cana x rupestris
To 2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Agastache 'Dark Lights'
To 2'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
To 3'+,erect.Narrow greyish leaves, coral-red flowers
Agastache 'Electra' TM
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Green, spicy scented leaves stay low; masses of vivid orange flowers appear on erect spikes in spring and summer.
Attractive to hummingbirds.
Agastache 'Flashing Lights Strain'
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Seed strain produces plants with flowers in bright colors late spring to fall. Fl colors vary from lavender to pink to rose
to orange.
Agastache 'Gold Flash'
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use in flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Soft gold flowers on 2'+ spikes appear late spring to late summer on this easy perennial. Attractive to hummingbirds.
Agastache mexicana hybrids
Evergreen perennial
3-6'h
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Tall stems with clusters of showy flowers in summer and fall. Fl. colors range from soft orange to bright pink and
magenta. Aromatic lvs.
Agastache mexicana 'Sangria'
Evergreen perennial
4'+
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Tall stems bear clusters of bright rose pink flowers in summer and fall. Long bloom with moderate watering. Attractive
to hummingbirds.
Agastache 'Pink Panther'
Evergreen perennial
To 2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Rosy pink fls. held in full clusters on 2'+stems in summer.
Agastache pringlei
Evergreen perennial
To 2'
Use in flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Aromatic green leaves in low clumps; heads of dark lavender fls. in summer. More compact than some of the larger
hybrids.
Anise hyssop
Agave parryi
Century plant
Succulent perennial
2' rosette
Use in dry borders, on banks and in mixed plantings.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Robust, spine-toothed rosettes form dense colonies. Older clumps produce fl. stems to 10+, with yellow fls.
Agave 'Sharkskin'
Succulent perennial
2-3'h/3-4'w
Use in dry gardens, on banks, in rock gardens.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dark grey green rosettes with spine tipped leaves make tight attractive colonies for year-round presence among more
ephemeral flowers.
Agave vilmoriniana
Octopus agave
Succulent perennial
3'high rosette
Use in mixed plantings, dry borders and containers.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Fleshy blue green leaves have spine at tip, and form sculptural rosette. Slender flower stems to 6-8'+ carry plantlets.
Agonis flexuosa 'Jervis Bay After Dark'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade.
Agropyron smithii
Western wheatgrass
Grass
2'
Use in meadows, large scale mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense spreading grass with erect blue-grey leaves creates a nice effect. Adaptable to intense heat and cold. Native to
western U.S.
Agrostis pallens--bronze form
Leafy bent grass
Grass
1'
Use for naturalizing, in meadows and for natural lawns.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Green thicketing grass quickly colonizes a wide area. Widespread in California habitats.
Agrostis [scabra]
Grass
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
High mountain grass for cool meadow and mixed plantings has fine, textured, rich blue-green leaves and masses of airy
flowers, summer. CA native.
Ajuga 'Pink Beauty'
Evergreen perennial
To 8"
Matting groundcover, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting groundcover with dark green leaves puts up spikes of light pink flowers.
Carpet bugle
Carpet bugle
Five-leaf akebia
Ornamental onion
Allium dichlamydeum
Bulbous perennial
1 foot high
Good for rock gardens, pots
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Neat clumps. Summer deciduous. Clusters of bright pink flowers in spring. CA native.
Ornamental onion
Allium flavum
Small yellow onion
Bulbous perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps of greyish leaves produce broad cheery heads of bright yellow flowers in spring and summer. Can seed
around.
Allium senescens 'Blue Twister'
Bulbous perennial
8"h
Use in flower gardens, containers, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Round heads of pink flowers held among low grey leaves in summer.
Allium senescens var. glaucum
Bulbous perennial
4-8 inches high
Good for rock gardens, pots.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bulbs radiate spoke-like at ground level. Summer flowers are lavender-pink on 6" stems.
Ornamental onion
Allium sikkimense
Bulbous perennial
To 1' h
Containers, rock gardens
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Nodding lilac flower clusters atop 1' flower stem bloom in summer.
Allium taquetii
Ornamental onion
Bulbous perennial
1'+
Use in flower gardens, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10degClumps of green leaves produce loose clusters of reddish purple flowers in midsummer.
Allium unifolium
Ornamental onion
Bulbous perennial
1-2 feet high
Good for rock gardens, pots.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Forms many stemmed colonies with large clusters of 1/2" pink blossoms. Summer dormant. CA native.
Allium validum
Swamp onion
Bulbous perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Swamp onion grows naturally in mountain meadows; 2-3' stems carry heads of rose to white fls. in summer. CA native.
Alocasia cucullata 'Jade Millie'
Elephant's Ear
Evergreen perennial
4'
Use in containers and shade gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Tender/protect
Shiny erect leaves on this tropical perennial are heart shaped. Best in fertile, moist soil. Does well in containers in warm
shaded areas.
Aloe arborescens
6-8'
Most soils. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Aloe arborescens--yellow fl.
6-8'
Most soils. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Torch aloe. To 6'. Spikes of yellow fls in winter.
Aloe 'Blue Elf'
1'
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Aloe ciliaris
Climbing aloe
Succulent perennial
6'+
Use on sturdy trellis or structure.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Clambering aloe can spread on the ground or over sturdy structures. 12" spikes of orange red flowers in spring.
Aloe cooperi
Grass aloe
Succulent perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low leaves make sturdy clumps on this S. African grassland aloe. Spikes of large orange flowers rise to 2' in summer.
Deciduous in cold climates.
Aloe fosteri
Large spotted aloe
Succulent perennial
5'+
Use in mixed plantings, succulent and dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Large rosettes to 2'+ high have purple streaked and spotted leaves. Flower stems to 5' display bright orange (sometimes
yellow) fls in late summer.
Aloe humilis
Spider aloe
Succulent perennial
6"
Use in containers, rock gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Cheery small aloe forms tight clumps of upcurved leaves. Bright orange flowers droop from flower spikes in spring.
Aloe 'Johnson's Hybrid'
Succulent perennial
to 18"h
Rock gardens, borders
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Low spreading clumps produce bright orange flowers on 12-18" stems above fleshy light green leaves. Blooms for a very
long season.
Aloe reitzii
Succulent perennial
to 2'h/w
Use in dry borders, flower gardens, containers.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Late summer spikes of bright red flowers that age to lemon yellow on this substantial succulent perennial from South
Africa. Fl. stems to 4-5'.
Aloe x spinosissima
Gold tooth aloe
Succulent perennial
12-18"
Use in dry borders, on banks, and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Spreading clumps of succulent rosettes put up flower spikes with showy orange flowers in spring.
Aloe striatula
Hardy aloe
Succulent perennial
To 5' high and wide
Use in dry borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Stems with deep green leaves mound to 5'. Many graceful spikes of golden yellow flowers in June.
Aloinopsis spathulata
3" high
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Aloinopsis thudichumii
3" high
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Alonsoa incisifolia
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Low leaves send up 18" wands with bright burnt orange flowers with dark centers spring through fall.
Alonsoa meridionalis
Mask flower
Evergreen perennial
Low
Use in mixed plantings or flower borders.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Fast growing perennial produces vivid orange flowers for months. Will rebloom after cutting back. Can reseed.
Shell ginger
Alstroemeria aurea
Lily of the incas
Tuberous perennial
2-4'h
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degSpidery golden yellow fls. are carried in clusters on top of erect stems in spring and summer. Great cut flowers.
Alstroemeria 'Casablanca'
Peruvian lily
Tuberous perennial
3-4'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Robust cultivar carries large white flowers with dark markings.
Alstroemeria 'Coral Dwarf'
Peruvian lily
Tuberous perennial
18-24"
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large coral flowers have white margins on this compact perennial.
Alstroemeria 'Diana'
Lily of Peru
Evergreen perennial
10-18"
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degBuff and soft pink flowers on short stems present an unusual color tone on this dwarf lily of Peru. Best in sun, will
bloom summer to fall.
Alstroemeria 'Henry's Violet'
Lily of Peru
Tuberous perennial
2-3'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degViolet and white flowers appear in spring and summer on this spreading perennial. Great cut flower.
Amarygia hybrid--white
Bulbous perennial
2-3'
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Amorpha canescens
Lead plant
Deciduous shrub
3-4'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Soft grey, fine textured, divided leaves on willowy stems; dense spikes of blue-purple fls. have brt gold stamens. Spring
bloom.
Ampelocalamus scandens
Bamboo
20'+
Use as specimen, screening
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Clumping bamboo with large shiny leaves covers a wide area with its drooping stems.
Ampelodesmos mauritanicus
Grass
6', fl. stems to 10'
Use in large scale plantings.
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Large bold clumps are attractive all year; flower stems to 9-10' rise in spring. Similar to pampas grass in scale, but
rarely reseeds.
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata
Blueberry climber
Deciduous vine
To 10'+
Grow on wall, trellis, fence.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Vine with dark deeply lobed leaves, in fall turning colors of yellow, orange & red. Tiny fls. in summer become bright,
metallic blue berries in fall.
Amsonia tabernaemontana
12-18"
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Anacyclus pyrethrum var. depressus 'Silberkissen'
Evergreen perennial
2 inches high, 1 foot wide
Good for rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Moroccan native. Trailing, matting daisy-like white flowers bloom in summer from red buds.
Bog rosemary
Andropogon glomeratus
2-3'
Tolerates heavy soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy beardgrass. 2-3'. Stiff stems, red in fall.
Andropogon ternarius
Splitbeard bluestem
Grass
2-3'
Use in mixed or meadow plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Narrow blue-green leaves turn copper shades in fall. Late summer flowers develop fluffy silver seedheads that can last
through winter. Clumping.
Anemanthele lessoniana (Stipa arundinacea)
New Zealand wind grass
Grass
2-3'h
Use it in borders and meadows, or under trees.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Elegant, evergreen grass, making fountains of narrow leaves mixing orange and green shades. Graceful, drooping flower
clusters.
Kangeroo paw
Anigozanthos flavidus--green
Kangaroo paw
Evergreen perennial
3' lvs
Used in borders, and on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Evergreen with shiny, dark leaves. Flowers are bright chartreuse-green on 4-6' stems.
Anigozanthos flavidus--pink
Kangaroo paw
Evergreen perennial
lvs. 2 feet + high
Used in borders, and on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Evergreen, shiny, dark green leaves. Pink tubular fls. are carried on stems to 4'+. Attractive to hummingbirds.
Anigozanthos flavidus--red
Evergreen perennial
3-6'+h fl. stems.
Used for banks and borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Kangaroo paw; 3-6' flower stems, tubular flowers with fuzzy hairs on stems and flowers. Long lasting flowers above
iris-like fan leaves.
Anigozanthos flavidus--assorted
4'+h
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Anigozanthos 'Gold Fever'
Kangaroo paw
Evergreen perennial
3'+h
Use for showy display.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Evergreen iris-like clumps produce 3'+ stems of yellow flowers with bright orange fuzz. Overall effect is of vivid gold
flowers. Spring-summer bloom.
Kangaroo paw
Kangaroo paw
Anisacanthus wrightii
Flame acanthus
Deciduous shrub
To 4'+
Use in dry borders, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Thicketing shrub from Texas carries bright orange trumpet flowers in summer and fall. Open habit. Prune in early
spring.
Anisodontea x hypomandarum 'Tara's Pink'
Cape mallow
Evergreen shrub
To 4'+
Specimen or hedge shrub
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy, to 4'+. Lobed leaves, 1" profuse pink flowers bloom much of the year. Twiggy plant can be easily shaped with
pruning.
Anomatheca (Lapeirousia) laxa
Cormous perennial
...
Snapdragon
Aquilegia caerulea
Rocky Mountain columbine
Deciduous perennial
Up to 2 feet + high stems
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Masses of blue and white longspur flowers attract hummingbirds.
Aquilegia 'Cathy's Giant'
Columbine
Deciduous perennial
to 3'+ fl. stems
Used in borders and flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
3" + spurless velvety burgundy-black flowers bloom in spring on branched stems above delicate fernlike foliage.
Aquilegia 'Cathy's Red'
Deciduous perennial
2'+
borders
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degLarge spurless red flowers are open and somewhat nodding on this seed strain. Spring bloom.
Columbine
Aquilegia chrysantha
Golden columbine
Deciduous perennial
3 feet + high stems
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Much-branched flower stems with clear yellow long-spurred flowers in spring.
Aquilegia chrysantha 'Yellow Star'
Golden columbine
Deciduous perennial
3'+h
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Yellow, very long-spurred flowers are carried over the leaves on this reliable spring perennial.
Aquilegia 'Clematiflora'
Columbine
Deciduous perennial
2'+h
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spring blooming columbines do not have the typical spurred flowers. Open flowers in a variety of colors are cupped and
generally nodding.
Aquilegia 'Dainty Doubles'
Columbine
Deciduous perennial
12-18"
Borders, rock gardens, flower gardens
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
12-18" dwarf. Finely cut leaves, many small double rose to purple flowers in spring.
Aquilegia 'Dark Dancer'
Columbine
Deciduous perennial
2'
Use in borders and flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large sprays of graceful red-purple flowers in spring. Fern like leaves.
Aquilegia 'Deep Dreams'
Columbine
Deciduous perennial
to 2'+
Borders, flower gardens, shade gardens
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
2' (or larger) perennial with elegant sprays of large single maroon to violet flowers in spring.
Aquilegia 'Double Delight'
Columbine
Deciduous perennial
2'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Many long-lasting rose pink pom pon flowers in spring on this easy perennial.
Aquilegia eximia
Serpentine columbine
Deciduous perennial
3'+h
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens, on moist banks.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degCA columbine carries bright red and greenish yellow flowers on tall, somewhat sticky stems in early summer. Attractive
to hummingbirds.
Aquilegia formosa
Western columbine
Deciduous perennial
2 feet + high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large red and yellow nodding flowers in spring. Blossoms attract hummingbirds. Dainty blue-green foliage attractive in
border February- October.
Columbine
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Aquilegia rockii
Columbine
Deciduous perennial
1'+h
Use in rock gardens, small scale plantings.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degRich lilac fls held over lacy leaves in spring on this dwarf species of columbine.
Aquilegia 'Rose Ballet'
Columbine
Deciduous perennial
2 feet + high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Delicate fern-like foliage. Heavy blooming in spring. White and pink flowers.
Aquilegia 'Rose Madness'
Deciduous perennial
2'+h
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degDoubled rose pink flowers held over lacy leaves in spring.
Columbine
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Aquilegia sibirica
Siberian columbine
Deciduous perennial
Fl. stems to 30"
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rich blue purple flowers are generously displayed over ferny leaves in spring.
Aquilegia sibirica hybrid--coral pink
Deciduous perennial
2-3'
Flower gardens, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tall stems with many large coral pink flowers on this floriferous hybrid.
Columbine
Columbine
Rockcress
Rockcress
Aralia californica
Elk clover
Deciduous perennial
6'+
Use in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 10degUnusual perennial to 6' from shaded canyons and streamsides in California. Bold shiny leaves look tropical, round fl.
heads mature to black fruits.
Arbutus andrachne
Evergreen shrub
To 30'
Use in dry gardens, as specimen tree or shrub.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Mediterranean equivalent to our California madrone is easier to grow than our native tree. It will develop shiny red bark,
white fls, red berries.
Arbutus 'Marina'
Mediterranean madrone
Evergreen tree
Up to 50 feet high+wide
Beautiful specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large, shiny, evergreen leaves against reddish bark. Large pink flower clusters. Yellow, orange and red 1" edible fruits.
Can be grown as shrub.
Arbutus 'Marina'--standard
Mediterranean madrone
Evergreen tree
Up to 50 feet high+wide
Beautiful specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large, shiny, evergreen leaves against reddish bark. Large pink flower clusters. Yellow, orange and red 1" edible fruits.
Arbutus menziesii
California madrone
Evergreen tree
20-40 feet high and wide
Beautiful specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
This native forms broad, round head. Red, shaggy bark with white flowers and red berries. Beautiful cinnamon bark.
Arbutus menziesii--standard
Madrone
Evergreen tree
20-40'h
Use for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degNative tree is well known for its cinnamon bark and scultural form. White flowers are followed by red fruits.
Arctostaphylos 'Arroyo Cascade'
Manzanita
Evergreen shrub
6"h/6-8'w
Use on banks, or as groundcover.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Rose pink flowers in spring appear freely on this low, dense manzanita. A Santa Barbara Botanic Garden introduction.
Arctostaphylos 'Austin Griffiths'
Manzanita
Evergreen shrub
10'h/6'w
Use for specimen shrub, or in dry borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Erect shrub/small tree with smooth glossy dark branches and clusters of light pink flowers in early spring. New growth
is bronzy red.
Arctostaphylos silvicola
Bonny Doon manzanita
Evergreen shrub
5-8'h/w
Use on banks, and in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10degVery grey to grey-white leaved shrub needs excellent drainage and little summer water. White flowers in spring. Native
to Santa Cruz mountains.
Arctostaphylos silvicola 'Grey Eagle'
Silverleaf manzanita
Evergreen shrub
4-5'h/w
Use on banks, for naturalizing and in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10degUpright shrub with chalk grey lvs, on shiny red-brown stems; clusters of white flowers attract hummingbirds in spring.
Best with good air circulation.
Arctostaphylos 'Sunset'
Manzanita
Evergreen shrub
4-5'h/6'w
Use as groundcover or on banks, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dark red branches hold white flowers in late winter and earliest spring, and bronzy new leaves follow the flowers. Heat
tolerant.
Bearberry Manzanita
Bearberry
Bearberry
Sandwort
Aristea ecklonii
Aristea
Evergreen perennial
2 feet + high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Iris-like clumps carry many bright blue flowers in late spring and summer. Can seed around.
Aristea major
Evergreen perennial
5-6'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
South African perennial makes sturdy iris-like foliage clumps to 2'; spikes of bright blue fls. that reach to 5'+ appear in
summer.
Aristida purpurea
Purple threeawn
Grass
1'h/w
Use for naturalizing, dry gardens and on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Narrow green leaves on densely tufted warm season grass are complemented by red purple flushed flower spikes in
spring. Pendant flowers dry tan.
Aristolochia californica--staked
Dutchman's pipe, Pipevine
Deciduous vine
to 10'+
Used as climber, and groundcover
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Odd pipe-shaped flowers of maroon + cream bloom late winter + spring. Furry, heart-shaped leaves emerge after the
blossoms. CA native.
Aristolochia clematitis
Deciduous perennial
2-3'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Birthwort
Aristolochia fimbriata
Hardy Dutchman's pipe
Deciduous perennial
4" high by 2-3' wide
Use in containers, or as small scale groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Cascading Dutchman's pipe can be grown as short vine if tied up. Fringed brown and yellow flowers in summer are
unusual. Veined leaves.
Aristolochia gigantea--staked
10'+t
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Tender/protect
Aristolochia grandiflora--staked
Giant Dutchman's pipe.
Evergreen vine
6-10'
Use on fences, walls, in protected areas.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Tender/protect
Huge cream flowers with purple patterning hang in summer and early fall on this lush, vigorous vine. Protect from hard
frost.
Aristolochia littoralis (elegans)--staked
Calico flower
Evergreen vine
to 10'+
For trellis and wall.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Calico flower. Odd pipe-shaped flowers of velvety deep maroon-purple 3" + long and some even larger. Glossy small
heart-shaped leaves. Not invasive.
Aristolochia trilobata (macroura)--staked
Pipe vine
Evergreen vine
8-10'
Use for bold display.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Shiny leaved vine produces large brown "pipes" with very long tips in summer. Protect from hot sun and hard frost.
Does well in containers.
Armeria alliacea
Evergreen perennial
12 inches high
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Broad bright green leaves. 1" rosy pink flowers. Deadhead for repeat blooms.
Sea pink
Sea pink
Sea thrift
Wormwood
Artemisia californica
California sagebrush
Evergreen shrub
3-5'high
Use on banks, in dry borders, for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Pungent scented silvery shrub common on coastal California hillsides.
Angel's Hair
Artemisia stellerana
Beach wormwood
Deciduous perennial
Up to 2' high
Used in borders, for seasonal ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rhizomatous, matting. Light grey-green, deeply lobed leaves; summer flower stems w/dense clusters of small yellow
heads.
Artemisia tridentata var. vaseyana
Mountain sagebrush
Evergreen shrub
to 3' h/w
Dry banks, back of sunny borders
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Wedge-shaped silvery, aromatic leaves on erect branches in age forming lovely gnarled trunks. Fl. branches 1' long,
lovely after fls. aged. CA native
Arthropodium candidum
Deciduous perennial
1'
Use in containers, small scale plantings.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Delicate bronze leaves stay low; fl. spikes rise to 1' and carry clouds of starry white flowers in summer.
Arthropodium cirrhatum
Rienga lily
Evergreen perennial
2-3' high and wide
Use in shade and woodland gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Wide grey-green leaves in tall rosette;summer spike of showy white flowers.
Arthropodium strictum
Evergreen perennial
To 18"
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Green grassy-looking clumps produce long stems with starry dark lavender flowers in spring and summer.
Arum italicum 'Marmoratum'
Arum
Tuberous perennial
Up to 1' by 2'
Useful for summer-dry shade, containers.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Winter-growing, spring-blooming. Dark arrow-shaped leaves with white veins, greenish white calla like flowers.
Summer dormant.
Arum palaestinum
Black calla
Tuberous perennial
1'+
Use in shade gardens and flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
White veined leaves arise in late summer and fall, spring buds are green outside, interior is dark purple with black
spadix. Dies down in summer.
Arundinaria gigantea
Bamboo
To 15'
Use as thicketing barrier, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Canebrake bamboo. Eastern native to 15', lush 10" long, broad leaves. Bright green and yellow culms, spreading.
Asarina barclaiana--staked
Evergreen vine
10'+h
Use on trellis, walls, into shrubs
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dense, slender-stemmed; unusual 2" rich purple snapdragon-like flowers bloom mostly in summer. Leaves are dark and
softly shining.
Asarina erubescens 'Alba'--staked
Evergreen vine
10'+h
Use on trellis, fences.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Easy vine bears large white trumpet flowers in summer. Good grower, but not rampant.
Asarina procumbens
Evergreen perennial
5" high by 2' wide
Use as edging, in borders, rock gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting perennial with pale yellow snapdragon flowers in summer.
Wild ginger
Asclepias curassavica--gold
Milkweed
Evergreen perennial
4-5'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Willowy stems carry heads of bright golden fls. in summer. Caterpillars of monarch butterflies eat leaves. Fluffy seeds in
pods. All parts poisonous.
Asclepias curassavica 'Wildfire'
Scarlet milkweed
Evergreen perennial
3'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
This selection of scarlet milkweed has dark red flushed leaves and dark red & yellow fls. held in clusters in summer.
Seed pods have ornamental fluff.
Asclepias fascicularis
Narrow-leaf milkweed
Deciduous perennial
2-3'
Use on banks, in dry borders, butterfly gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
California milkweed grows in sun or part shade, and spreads to form a patch. Small white to pink fls. in heads in
summer. Attractive to butterflies.
Asclepias incarnata
3'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Swamp milkweed. Pink fls. in clusters in summer.
Asclepias speciosa
Milkweed
Deciduous perennial
To 3'
Use in flower gardens, open meadows.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large, furry leaves, with summertime broad clusters of cream + maroon flowers. Caterpillars of monarch butterflies eat
leaves. CA native.
Asclepias tuberosa
Butterfly weed
Deciduous perennial
Up to 3 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
From the Eastern U. S.. Clumping from base to display broad, waxy, bright orange flowers.
Asclepias verticillata
Whorled milkweed
Deciduous perennial
1'+
Use in mixed plantings, dry gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Eastern U.S. milkweed carries heads of sweetly scented cream flowers in midsummer. Spreading clumps, ornamental
fruits. Attractive to butterflies.
Asparagus densiflorus 'Myers'
Foxtail asparagus fern
Evergreen perennial
2 feet high
For the shade garden, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Stiff stems with small green lvs give plumed effect. Great container plants. White flowers, red berrries.
Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri'
Sprenger asparagus
Evergreen perennial
To 3'
Use as climber or groundcover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
To 3', arching. Billowy shiny dark green "leaves", white flowers followed by red berries.
Asparagus densiflorus 'Sprengeri Compact'
Sprenger asparagus fern
Evergreen perennial
2 feet high
For the shade garden, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Compact clumps. Dense, shorter stem fern. Clean, bright evergreen leaves. White flowers, red berrries.
Asparagus retrofractus
Ming fern
Fernlike perennial
Up to 6 feet high
For the shade garden, containers.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Arching stems from dense clump carry threadlike leaves for a fluffy effect. Dotted with white flowers in summer. Good
as cut foliage.
Asparagus 'Tidy Tim'
12-15"
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Asparagus virgatus
African broom fern
Evergreen perennial
3'
Use in mixed plantings, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Narrow erect stems fluff out and develop needle-like green leaves to create a dense, finely textured, feathery mass to 3'.
Smooth stems, spreading.
Asphodeline lutea
King's spear
Tuberous perennial
3-4'+high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Shoots appear in fall, and stay in low, fluffy light green clumps through winter. Tall stems carry starry yellow flowers in
spring. Summer dormant.
Aspidistra elatior
Cast iron plant
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in shade gardens, containers, or as houseplant.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Old fashioned, durable perennial keeps glossy green leaves all year and has adaptable constitution. Spreads slowly. Fls.
low to the ground.
Hart's tongue
Astelia banksii
Evergreen perennial
4'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumps of silver leaves are more narrow than in the widely grown A.c. 'Silver Spear'. Short spikes of ivory flowers often
appear in summer.
Astelia chathamica 'Silver Spear'
Astelia
Evergreen perennial
Up to 5' high & wide
Striking specimen plant for shady nooks, containers.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Tight clump of arching, tapered silvery leaves up to 4' long. Older crowns produce spikes of greenish flowers followed
by showy orange berries.
Astelia nivicola 'Red Gem'
Astelia
Evergreen perennial
1'+
Used in borders, for containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
New Zealand native. Arching, silky- haired leaves form dense, dramatic clumps.
Aster chilensis 'Purple Haze'
California aster
Deciduous perennial
to2'h
Use on banks, in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Fall blooming California daisy bears bright blue purple flowers on 1-2' stems. Spreads widely. Santa Barbara Botanic
Garden introduction.
Aster x frikartii 'Moench'
Hardy aster
Deciduous perennial
Up to 2 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping, with many large lavender-blue flowers with gold centers from mid-summer through fall.
Aster lateriflorus 'Prince'
Deciduous perennial
2'high x 2'wide
Use in borders and flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Distinctive foliage is rich blackish purple; small pinkish flowers cover the dark stems in summer. Makes an upright
mound to 2'.
Aster rugulosus 'Asrugo'
to2'h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Aster tataricus 'Jindai'
2-3'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
False spiraea
Astilboides tabularis
Deciduous perennial
3'+
Use in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Medium shade. Hardy to 0degDramatic perennial with large (to 2' across!) leaves in moist, fertile soil. Airy plumes of creamy flowers in summer.
Keep moist, control snails.
Astilbe hybrids--mixed
2'+
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0deg1-2'+ fl. stems. Fluffy white to dark pink plumes.
Astrantia major 'Moulin Rouge' PP#16549
2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Athanasia acerosa
Evergreen shrub
3-5' high and wide
Striking specimen shrub
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Stout, contorted trunks. Thick brushes of dissected grey leaves. Yarrow-like heads of yellow flowers from sea green
buds in spring and summer.
Athanasia pinnata
3-4'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Athyrium filix-femina
Fern
3-6' high arching fronds
Good for shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Winter deciduous. CA native with lacy apple-green fronds in whorls.
Lady fern
Chilean cedar
Satsuki azalea
Azaleadendron
Azara dentata
Azara
Evergreen shrub
6-10 feet tall and wide
Beautiful specimen shrub or small tree.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Lush, dense growth. Shiny evergreen leaves. Fragrant yellow flowers in summer.
Azara lanceolata
Evergreen shrub
10'+h/w
Use in foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Evergreen shrub carries small yellow, lightly scented flowers in spring. Lance shaped leaves create a nice pattern on the
arching stems.
Azara microphylla
Boxleaf azara
Evergreen shrub
10' + high/ wide
Useful for screens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Arching fan-like branches need tip pruning in youth to give shape. Sweetly scented small white flowers in late winter.
Azara microphylla 'Variegata'
Boxleaf Azara
Evergreen shrub
To 10'+
Use as foundation shrub, focal point.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Small cream and green leaves on drooping stems make an elegant, airy shrub to lighten up the shade garden. Tidy in
habit.
Babiana angustifolia
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
6-12"
Use in containers, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Wide, softly furry green leaves; bright blue fls on 12" spikes in spring. Let dry in summer.
Babiana 'Blue Gem'
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
6-12" high
Used in borders, for pots.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping, prolific. Winter through spring growth, abundant spring blooms of purple with light centers.
Babiana 'Bright Eyes'
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
15"
Use in flower gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Spring bloom with many stems of purple flowers with lighter centers; allow to dry out in summer.
Babiana 'Dark Mood'
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
6-12" high
Used in borders, for pots.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping, prolific. Winter through spring growth, bright red violet flowers with maroon markings in spring. Let dry in
summer.
Babiana 'Deep Dreams'
Cormous perennial
6-12"
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Deep blue flowers with muted white markings. Let dry in summer.
Baboon flower
Baboon flower
Babiana rubrocyanea
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
6-8" high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping, prolific. Winter through spring growth. Purple flowers with red centers. Allow to dry out in summer.
Babiana 'Scintillation'
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
6-12" high
Used in borders, for pots.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping, prolific. Winter through spring growth, lavender and white flowers. Let dry in summer.
Babiana 'Snowdrop'
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
6-12" high
Used in borders, for pots.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping, prolific. Winter through spring growth with white flowers. Allow to dry out in summer.
Babiana stricta hybrids
Cormous perennial
6-12" high
Used in borders, for pots.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping, prolific. Winter through spring growth. Flowers purple to white. Dormant in summer.
Baboon flower
Babiana vanzyliae
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
8-12"
Use in containers, rock gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Creamy yellow flowers held over furry pleasted leaves in spring.
Babiana villosa
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
12"+
Use in containers or rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bright dark red flowers are displayed on spikes held over the pleated leaves in spring. Let dry in summer.
Babiana hybrids--mixed
Baboon flower
Cormous perennial
8-12"
Use in containers, summer dry gardens, for showy display.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Spikes of flowers in white, rose, or blue purple rise in spring and continue for a month or more. Best to dry off in
summer.
Baccharis pilularis 'Blue Mound'
Coyote bush
Evergreen shrub
3'h/5'w
Use on banks and in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Baccharis pilularis 'Pigeon Point'
Coyote brush
Evergreen shrub
1-2' high, 6'+ wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Low, bushy, spreading growth. Evergreen bright green foliage. Rounded leaves. Attracts beneficial insects.
Baccharis pilularis 'Twin Peaks #2'
Dwarf coyote brush
Evergreen shrub
2' high, 8' wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Low and mounding with evergreen grey-green narrow foliage. Great groundcover. Attracts beneficial insects.
Baeckea virgata
Baeckea
Evergreen shrub
8'+ high/ wide
Beautiful specimen small tree or large shrub.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Australian shrub has fountainlike growth with slender stems. Fragrant white flowers. Aromatic leaves when crushed.
Baileya multiradiata
Desert marigold
Evergreen perennial
to 1'
Use in dry gardens and on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Silvery leaves; 8-12" thin stems carry bright golden daisy flowers over the low foliage mound. Generally not long-lived,
but very showy in bloom.
Ballota pseudodictamnus
Ballota
Evergreen shrub
Up to 18" high, 3'+ broad
Excellent bank and border plant
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Neat, bushy shrublet with textured "evergrey" leaves. Small white flowers with purple spots in summer.
Bambusa glaucescens 'Alphonse Karr'
Hedge bamboo
Bamboo
25'
Beautiful specimen plant.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Tightly clumping. Culms and branches bright yellow with dark green stripes. New shoots pink flushed.
Bambusa glaucescens 'Golden Goddess'
Bamboo
10'
Beautiful specimen plant.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Tightly clumping. Slender yellowish stems with dense brushes of small leaves.
Hedge bamboo
Bambusa textilis
Weaver's bamboo
Bamboo
20-40' high
Dramatic specimen.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Deep green leaves on arching culms to 2" in diameter. Forms broad clumps. Thin walled culms are used for weaving.
Bambusa tuldoides
Bamboo
15-40'
Use for dramatic effect.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping bamboo brings bold presence to the garden. Green culms to 2" wide.
Bambusa ventricosa
Buddha's belly bamboo
Bamboo
20-40 feet high
Dramatic large specimen.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Internodes swell ( "Buddha's belly") when plants grown in containers and kept dry. Plants in ground have bright green
zigzag culms. Clumping.
Bambusa ventricosa 'Kimmei'
Buddha's belly bamboo
Bamboo
20-40'+h
Use as elegant screen or hedge.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Internodes swell ( "Buddha's belly") if grown in containers and kept dry. Culms yellow striped green. Clumping,
vigorous zigzag stems if in ground.
Hardy begonia
Begonia vitifolia
4'
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Tender/protect
To 4'+. Huge dark green leaves, white flowers.
Berberidopsis corallina--staked
Berberidopsis
Evergreen vine
10 feet + high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Twining Chilean shrub often grown as vine. Dainty dark red lantern-shaped summer flowers.
Berberis calliantha
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Foundations, borders, woodland gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dark green, firm textured leaves have whitish undersides; pendulous spikes of creamy yellow flowers in spring. Compact
habit.
Berberis darwinii
Darwin's barberry
Evergreen shrub
5-7 feet high, 7 feet wide
Useful for screens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Fountain-like growth, prickly dark green leaves. Profuse bloom of orange flowers in early spring, then dark blue edible
berries.
Berberis darwinii 'Sunglow'
Evergreen shrub
10'h/7'w
Use in mixed and foundation plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degVigorous shrub produces generous clusters of extra vivid golden orange flowers in late winter and early spring. Blue
berries follow flowering.
Berberis empetrifolia
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degBerberis holstii
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun.
Berberis x stenophylla 'Irwinii'
Barberry
Evergreen shrub
to 4-5 feet high
Useful for low hedges, foundation plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clusters of golden flowers in early spring are followed by blue fruit held into fall. Prickly small dark green leaves, slow
to moderate growth rate.
Berberis x stenophylla 'Nana'
Barberry
Evergreen shrub
2'h/w
Use in foundation plantings, or mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degDense tight shrub has prickly dark green lvs and displays bright golden flowers in summer. Develops into a compact
rounded mound in time.
Berberis thunbergii 'Aurea Nana'
Golden barberry
Deciduous shrub
2-3'+high
Use as accent plant in cool sun or shade.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Light golden leaves provide vivid color all season. Protect from hot sun and dry situations.
Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'
Japanese barberry
Deciduous shrub
1 1/2 feet high
Useful for hedges, foundation plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dwarf selection with bright red new leaves, maturing to dark red.
Beschorneria yuccoides
Red-yucca
Evergreen perennial
3'+ feet high
Use it for bold display.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
This Agave relative forms compact, grey-green clumps. Soft red and green bell flowers on 4' bright pink stems in
spring.
Bessera elegans
6-12"
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Betula occidentalis
Water birch
Deciduous shrub
10'+
Use in mixed and woodland plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degCalifornia birch has cinnamon trunks and can be grown as a shrub or a tree. Native to mountain streamsides.
Bidens triplinervia var. macrantha
Deciduous perennial
Low
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Forms broad mound. Golden, cosmos-like flowers, against dark green divided leaves.
Bignonia capreolata 'Tangerine Beauty'
Evergreen vine
20'+
Use on fence, trellis, or groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large orange trumpet fls. appear in late spring on this sturdy evergreen vine. Can cling to rough surfaces. Generally not
thick or dense.
Billardiera longiflora--staked
Purple appleberry
Evergreen vine
To 6-8'
Walls, arbors.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Slender climber with narrow, dark green leaves. Pale yellow flowers produce large purple berries in summer.
Billbergia nutans
Evergreen perennial
1 foot + high
For containers, shady borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Bromeliad forming tight clumps with flowers of hot pink, green and blue, blooming in winter.
Queen's tears
Billbergia x windii
Queen's tears
Evergreen perennial
1 foot + high
Use it for containers, shady borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Bromeliad forming tight clumps with nodding flowers bright pink with blue and green.
Blechnum chilense
Chilean hard fern
Evergreen fern
to 3'h
Use in shade gardens for bold effect.
Light acid soil. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15degDark green hand shaped fronds of this evergreen fern stay fairly erect. Spreads to form a handsome patch in shaded
gardens.
Blechnum gibbum 'Silver Lady' TM
Dwarf tree fern
Evergreen fern
3-4'h
Use in shade gardens, protected areas.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Dwarf tree fern makes short trunk, and is very effective in shade gardens.
Blechnum penna-marina
Blechnum
Fern
Up to 6 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense, spreading groundcover with copper tints to new fronds.
Blechnum spicant
Fern
Up to 2 feet high
Good for shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dark green fronds similar to sword fern, with erect fertile fronds in summer. CA native.
Deer fern
Bolax glebaria
Bolax
Evergreen perennial
2" high, to 2' wide
For borders, ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tight, spreading, prickly evergreen mat, with shiny, dissected leaves and tiny yellow flowers in spring.
Bomarea frondea--staked
Evergreen vine
4 feet + high
Drape over walls, rockery.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Vining Alstroemeria ally, red and yellow flower clusters in fall and winter.
Lily-of-the-Incas vine
Bomarea sp.--orange&yellow--staked
Evergreen vine
4-6'+h
Use on walls, fences, trellis.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Vining Alstroemeria ally bears large clusters of showy, tubular orange and yellow flowers at stem tips in summer.
Bomarea sp.--red--staked
Evergreen vine
6'+h
Use on fences, walls, trellis.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Vining Alstroemeria ally produces full heads of red tubular flowers at the tips of stems in summer. Needs protection
from frost to protect new growth.
Borinda boliana
Bamboo
20'h+
Use as graceful screen, accent
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Mountain bamboo has shiny bluish stems, lacy sprays of leaves. Spreads by short rhizomes, forming open clumps.
Borinda (Fargesia) fungosa
Bamboo
10-15' high
Dramatic specimen plant.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping bamboo with billowy foliage, pink bracts on new growth.
Bamboo
Red boronia
Boronia 'Lipstick'
Evergreen shrub
4'+/3'w
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Vivid rose-purple bells are held along the branches on this vase-shaped shrub with flexible branches in spring.
Boronia megastigma 'Harlequin'
2-3'h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Boronia megastigma 'Hot Chocolate'
Brown boronia
Evergreen shrub
2-3' high
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Profuse early spring flowers are incredibly fragrant. Selected for its very shiny red-brown petals and exceptional winter
hardiness.
Boronia megastigma 'Jack Maguire's Red'
Evergreen shrub
3-5'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction. Slender, erect shrub with incredibly fragrant deep red bell flowers carried along the
branches in early spring.
Bothriochloa barbinodis
Cane bluestem
Grass
3'
Use in dry borders, on banks, and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping grass with bluish leaves. Thin fl. stems to 3' topped with cottony silver tufts. Very drought tolerant. California
and Southwest native.
Bouteloua curtipendula
Side oats grama
Grass
18"
Use in mixed and meadow plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
One sided spikelets dangle from thin flower stems in summer on this easy clumping grass. Native to the western US.
Yellow fall color.
Bouteloua gracilis
Blue grama
Grass
12-18" h
Used on banks
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Eyelash-like flowers turn straw colored, last for months on this clumping dryland grass native to CA and the southwest.
Deciduous in winter.
Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Mini'
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bravoa geminiflora
Bravoa
Tuberous perennial
Up to 2 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Orange-red tubular flowers hang along 18" spikes in summer. Plants develop into dense, many-stemmed clumps.
Briza media
Quaking grass
Grass
1 foot high
Used in borders, meadows.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clusters of nodding seed heads may be used in dried arrangements, and rattle in a light breeze. Rich green clump is
evergreen.
Briza media 'Variegata'
18"-2'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Quaking grass; dense yellow-var. clumps
Brodiaea californica
Brodiaea
Cormous perennial
2'+
Grow in mixed plantings, dry gardens or in containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10degTall stems display terminal clusters of reddish purple flowers in late spring to summer. Long bloom period. Bulbs do
best kept dry in summer.
Brodiaea elegans
Harvest brodiaea
Bulbous perennial
12" high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Loose umbels of lustrous blue-purple flowers appear in early summer on this California grassland native bulb. Best
when kept dry in summer.
Bromus benekenii
Denver brome
Grass
1'+
Use in meadows, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping bright green, softly hairy leaves sparkle on dewy mornings. Adaptable to dry shade with tree root competition
as well as the coast.
Brugmansia 'Angel Blush' PPAF
Angel's trumpet
Evergreen shrub
6'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Somewhat compact form of angel's trumpet has large soft pink trumpets in summer and fall. Protect from hard frost.
Brugmansia 'Angel Yellow' PPAF
6'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Brugmansia arborea
Angel's trumpet
Evergreen shrub
8-10'
Use in shade gardens and patio plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Species form of angel's trumpet carries many white, sweetly scented flowers in summer and fall. Fls. not as pendant or
as large as big hybrids.
Brugmansia aurea
Evergreen shrub
10'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Angel's trumpet
Angel's trumpet
Angel's trumpet
Angel's trumpet
Brugmansia hybrid--white
10'+h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Brugmansia x insignis 'Pink'
Angel's trumpet
Evergreen shrub
to 6'+ high
Use in protected areas, part shade.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Angel's trumpet carries large pink flowers in summer. All parts of this plant are poisonous.
Brugmansia 'Jamaican Yellow'
Angel's trumpet
Evergreen shrub
to 6'+ high
Use in protected areas.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Large golden yellow trumpets age to soft yellow as they hang from the branches of this upright shrub. All parts
poisonous.
Brugmansia sanguinea 'Inca Princess'
Evergreen shrub
to 15' high
Use in borders, or against walls.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Large growing Angel's Trumpet with light yellow flowers.
Brugmansia sang. 'Inca Princess' x vulcanicola
15'h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Brugmansia sanguinea 'Inca Queen'
Evergreen shrub
to 15 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Large-growing tree-like selection. Orange-red flowers with yellow centers.
Angel's trumpet
Brugmansia suaveolens--variegated
Angel's Trumpet
Evergreen shrub
5-6'
Use in foundations, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Cream, green and grey leaves form a rounded shrub. Large, fragrant, white trumpets appear in summer and fall. Protect
from hard frost.
Brugmansia 'Super Nova'
Angel's Trumpet
Evergreen shrub
5'+h
Use in protected area.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Angel's trumpet bears very large single white drooping flowers in summer and fall. Best with protection from hot sun
and hard frost.
Brugmansia vulcanicola
Evergreen shrub
6-8'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Tubular fls. are similar in size to B. sanguinea and come in range of colors from coral to cream. Summer bloom.
Brugmansia 'Yellow Trumpet'
Evergreen shrub
6-10'
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Wide golden yellow trumpets on this showy subtropical shrub.
Angel's Trumpet
Brunnera macrophylla
Siberian bugloss
Deciduous perennial
18" high/2' wide
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large leaves form compact clump, bearing sprays of bright-blue "forget-me-not" flowers in spring. Best in part shade to
shade.
Brunnera macrophylla 'Sea Heart' PP#24684
Forget me not
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large heart shaped leaves are shiny silver with green veins; bright blue "forget me not" flowers appear in spring.
Buchloe dactyloides
Buffalo grass
Grass
4-6"
Use as informal lawn, meadow.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading dryland grass makes grey-green tufts for informal turf. Spreads by stolons, and is dormant in winter.
Buchloe dactyloides 'Buffalo Bill' TM
1'
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Buffalo grass. Spreading dryland grass for informal turf.
Buchloe dactyloides 'Buffalo Gal' TM
1'
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Buffalo grass. Dense, low female selection
Buddleja asiatica
Evergreen shrub
8'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Tending to be tall and narrow, this shrub carries spikes of very sweetly scented white flowers in winter. Protect from
hard frost or lose flowers.
Buddleja davidii 'African Queen'
Butterfly bush
Deciduous shrub
To 8' high and wide
Use it in mixed plantings and borders, as a specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Fountainlike growth. Long, wandlike stems with furry, paired leaves. Long, dense clusters of fragrant, deep violet
flowers in later summer/fall.
Butterfly bush
Butterfly bush
Butterfly bush
Buddleja davidii--mixed
8-15'h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Butterfly bush. To 8'h+w. Fl. various colors.
Buddleja 'Flutterby Flow Lavender' PP#22098
1-2'h/ 3-4'w
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Buddleja 'Fl. Grande Peach Cobbler' PP#22144
6-8'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Buddleja 'Lochinch'
Butterfly bush
Deciduous shrub
5 feet high, 4 feet wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Silvery leaves densely held on a sturdy shrub; fragrant lavender blue flowers appear in 4" panicles. Prune to shape.
Buddleja x pikei 'Hever'
Butterfly bush
Deciduous shrub
to 8'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Hybrid butterfly bush has greyish leaves, and showy, rounded clusters of fragrant mauve pink flowers are carried in
summer.
Buddleja x weyeriana 'Honeycomb'
Deciduous shrub
5-6'h
Use in borders, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading shrub; spikes with rounded clusters of scented golden fls. in spring and summer.
Butterfly bush
Bulbine frutescens
Succulent perennial
1'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bright yellow flowers on spikes are showy much of the year. Clumps spread to 2-3' across. Needs some shade in not
areas.
Bulbine frutescens 'Hallmark'
Succulent perennial
to 2'h.
Use in flower gardens, borders, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Freely branching, trailing stems. Succulent green leaves. Soft orange flowers bloom summer-fall. Fibrous roots.
Bulbinella robusta
Bulbinella
Bulbous perennial
2-3 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Vigorous, clumping habit, bright green leaves. Kniphofia-like bright yellow "torches" in winter. Can go summer-dry;
dormant in summer.
Buxus sempervirens
Evergreen shrub
Up to 15 feet high
Useful for screens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense foliage, dark green oval leaves. Shear to form into hedges, topiary.
English boxwood
Boxwood
Calamagrostis brachytricha
Korean feather reed grass
Grass
3'+
Use in borders, on banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright green leaves on this lush clumping grass, with flowers it can reach 4'. Leaves turn yellow in fall before dormancy.
Shade tolerant.
Calamagrostis [epigejos]
4'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Calamagrostis foliosa
Leafy reed grass
Grass
Up to 2 feet high
Used in borders, meadows.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Densely clustered arching stems on low compact clumps. Pale blue-green feathery flowers. CA native.
Calamagrostis nutkaensis
Pacific reed grass.
Grass
3-5'
Use on banks and in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Coastal California native grass has wide bright green leaves and puts up purplish fl. stems in spring. Fls. dry to a straw
color.
Calamintha nepeta 'Blue Cloud'
Evergreen perennial
12-18"
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Soft green aromatic leaves form a dense leafy mound; well branched flower spikes carry many small light blue flowers in
summer.
Calamintha nepeta 'White Cloud'
12-18"
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Calandrinia spectabilis
Evergreen perennial
2'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Wide blue grey, succulent leaves form low mound; large bright rose purple fls. appear in summer on long arching flower
stems.
Calandrinia umbellata
Rock purslane
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings, containers for vivid color.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Bright red violet flowers are carried from early summer to fall on this cheery perennial.
Calceolaria arachnoidea
Evergreen perennial
lvs to 8", fls. to 18"
Use in rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
White furry leaves on a compact clump; leafless stems carry dark purple "purse" flowers in summer. Needs good
drainage and air circulation.
Calceolaria corymbosa
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Rosette with broad green leaves puts up 1' stems with bright yellow pouch flowers in summer.
Calceolaria integrifolia
Evergreen shrub
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bright yellow pouched flowers appear in large clusters in summer on this subshrub.
Pouch flower
Pocketbook flower
Callicarpa acuminata
Beautyberry
Deciduous shrub
6-8'h
Use in mixed plantings, shrub borders, foundations.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Leafy shrub bears clusters of soft pink fls. in late summer along stems; these mature into thick clusters of shiny bright
red violet berries in fall.
Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion'
Beautyberry
Deciduous shrub
6-8 feet high and wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Erect, neat habit; leaves give yellow fall color. Small lavender flowers along stems lead to showy clusters of bright
purple berries in fall.
Callirhoe involucrata
Wine cups
Deciduous perennial
6" high, 2-3' wide
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low rosettes have rounded green leaves; flowering stems are prostrate and carry a succession of vivid 2" rose purple fls
in summer. Long bloom.
Callistemon 'Cane's Hybrid'
Bottlebrush
Evergreen shrub
6'+
Use in foundations, shrub borders.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction. Silvery foliage on pendant branches holds pale pink flowers.
Callistemon 'Cane's Hybrid'--staked
10'hx5-8'w
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala. To 10', bushy. Pale pink fls. Silky new lvs.
Callistemon 'Cane's Hybrid'--staked
Bottlebrush
Evergreen shrub
10'hx5-8'w
Use for shrub borders, accent, screening.
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction. Leafy shrub with silky grey new leaves on willowy stems. Pale pink flowers in
typical clusters in spring.
Callistemon 'King's Park Special'
Bottlebrush
Evergreen shrub
10'
Use in hedges, mixed plantings, shrub borders.
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fast, easy shrub bears masses of very bright red "bottle-brush" flowers in spring and early summer. Very attractive to
hummingbirds.
Callistemon 'King's Park Special'--staked
Bottlebrush
Evergreen shrub
To 8-10'+
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bright red flowers are very attractive to hummingbirds on this bottlebrush cultivar. Spring bloom.
Callistemon 'Little John'
Bottlebrush
Evergreen shrub
3 feet high and wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Dwarf selection with dense, round habit. Striking, blood-red brush-like blossoms. Leaves damaged with hard frost.
Callistemon 'Mauve Mist'
Evergreen shrub
6-10 feet high and wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense, rounded habit, with silky new leaves and bright mauve-pink brushes in summer.
Callistemon 'Taree Pink'
6-10'h
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bottlebrush
Scotch heather
Scotch heather
Scotch heather
Scotch heather
Scotch heather
Scotch heather
Calluna vulgaris--white fl
1-2'h
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degScotch heather; green leaves, white fls. summer.
Calluna vulgaris 'Winter Chocolate'
Scotch heather
Evergreen shrub
10" high, 1'+ wide
Use as edging, in mixed plantings and rock gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Leaves combine green and orange shades, late summer fls are soft lavender; winter brings chocolate flush to lvs. Red
tips in spring.
Calocedrus decurrens
Incense cedar
Evergreen tree
to 70' high
Specimen tree.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, evergreen Western conifer develops pyramidal shape with age. Foliage has great aroma. Slow at first, moderate
growth later.
Calocephalus brownii
Cushion bush
Evergreen shrub
1-2' high, 3' wide
Use in borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Intricately branched white stems and leaves provide a "tumbleweed" effect on this Australian shrub. Button-like heads of
yellow flowers.
Calostemma purpureum
Garland lily
Bulbous perennial
Used in borders, or containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense colonies of arching leaves. Funnel-shaped, purple-red summer flowers.
Calothamnus villosus
Silky net bush
Evergreen shrub
5-8'
Use in banks, dry borders.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Open shrub from Australia with soft new growth, bright red flowers in one sided spikes held along the stems in spring.
Calycanthus chinense
Chinese allspice
Deciduous shrub
5-7'
Use for foundations, or in woodland garden.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Aromatic, light green leaves on a spreading shrub. Large light pink flowers are carried in early summer.
Calycanthus floridus--compact green fl. form
Deciduous shrub
4-5'
bold display
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10degSpice bush; large fragrant leaves, green magnolia-like flowers with strawberry-like scent.
Carolina allspice
Calycanthus occidentalis
Western spice bush
Deciduous shrub
8' high,12' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Rounded shrub grows along central and northern California streamsides. Dark red summer flowers have a spicy
fragrance. Shade inland.
Calylophus drummondianus
Sundrops
Evergreen perennial
To 1'x2'
Borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low mound with dark narrow 1-3" leaves, bright clear yellow 2" cupped flowers bloom summer-fall at shoot tips.
Calylophus hartwegii
To 1'x2'
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Calylophus hartwegii 'Texas Gold'
Evergreen perennial
1' high, 2+' wide
Use in dry gardens, on banks and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Vivid yellow flowers are displayed over narrow green leaves on this low, spreading perennial. Summer bloom. Slightly
larger than C. drummondianus.
Calystegia macrostegia var. cyclo. 'Candy Cane'
Morning glory
Evergreen vine
10' + high
For fence, groundcover
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Coastal morning glory; 2-3" white & pink flowers profusely bloom summer-fall against dark green arrow-shaped leaves.
CA native.
Camellia chrysantha
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Camellia 'Cinnamon Cindy'
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Small white peony form flowers are nestled in pale pink petals on this erect shrub. Fls. have a pleasant fragrance.
Winter-spring bloom.
Camellia 'Crimson Candles'
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Use in foundation plantings, shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Vigorous, free flowering camellia has pointed red buds that open to 3" single rose red flowers in winter and early spring.
New growth is shiny red.
Camellia cuspidata
6'+
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Camellia 'Egao Corkscrew'
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Use as specimen shrub or in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Zig-zag pattern of growth makes very interesting pattern on this hybrid. Large, semi-dbl. rose pink flowers have ruffled
edges, bloom Dec.-Feb.
Camellia forrestii
Evergreen shrub
6-8'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense, small leaved species camellia bears many white flowers in winter and spring. New growth reddish.
Camellia fraterna
Evergreen shrub
To 6'+
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Winter to spring bloom is profuse on this species camellia. Clusters of small white, lightly fragrant flowers appear near
the tips of branches.
Camellia 'Golden Spangles'
Evergreen shrub
6'+
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Camellia grijsii
Evergreen shrub
6-8'
Use in shrub borders, shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Open habit with dark green leaves and single white flowers that open flat. Bloom is December to February.
Camellia 'High Fragrance'
Evergreen shrub
6'+
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Good sized peony form light pink flowers are sweetly scented in winter and early spring on this erect, vigorous hybrid.
Camellia japonica 'Black Magic'
Evergreen shrub
8'+
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Large flowers are dark glossy red, and semi-double to rose form. Dark green leaves have serrated edges.
Camellia japonica 'Bokuhan'
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Camellia japonica 'Hanafuki'
Evergreen shrub
8'+
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Semi-double soft pink flowers are very cupped, with prominent yellow stamens. Leaves are shiny and green. Fls.
winter-spring.
Camellia japonica 'Hanami Gasa'
Snow camellia
Evergreen shrub
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
White rose form flowers are doubled with irregular rose red stripes on this distinctive rusticana camellia.
Camellia japonica 'Holly Bright'
Evergreen shrub
6'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dark green leaves are distinctively crinkled; semi-double flowers are glossy salmon red. Compact plant. December to
February bloom.
Camellia oleifera
Evergreen shrub
10-20'
Use as foundation plant, or in shrub border.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Open growth habit. Small creamy flowers are fragrant. One of the hardiest species.
Camellia rosaeflora 'Cascade'
Evergreen shrub
To 10'+
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Upright camellia bears carries small light pink single flowers along somewhat pendant branches in early spring.
Camellia salicifolia
Evergreen tree
Specimen, or foundation plant
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Small tree with narrow, dark green leaves. Early spring blooming white flowers.
Camellia 'Salute'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Camellia sasanqua 'Mary Jane Butler'
Evergreen shrub
8-10'
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Smallish dark green leaves, single white flowers have rose pink edges and prominent cluster of yellow stamens in center.
Fall to winter bloom.
Camellia sasanqua 'Mine-no-yuki'
8-10'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Camellia 'Shiro Wabisuki'
Evergreen shrub
6'
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Small single white, fragrant flowers on an upright, compact shrub. Mid-winter bloom.
Camellia sinensis 'Blushing Maiden' COPF
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Showy specimen, foundation plant, tub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy shrub to 8'+. Dark shiny leaves, profuse 1"+ light pink flowers. COPF royalty plant.
Camellia sinensis 'Teabreeze' COPF
Tea
Evergreen shrub
6'+
Use in foundations, shrub borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Shiny green leaves; white, lightly scented single flowers in early spring. Young leaves used for tea production.
Camellia 'Spring Festival'
To 10'+
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dbl. medium pink rose form, pale center. Narrow habit.
Camellia 'Sweet Emily Kate'
Evergreen shrub
To 6'+
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Small peony-form, blush pink fls. are densely held on branches. Growth is somewhat pendulous.
Camellia 'Sweet Jane'
Camellia
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Use in shade gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Long blooming camellia bears small peony form flowers winter through spring. Outer petals are dark rosy pink; inner
petals are light pink.
Camellia transnokoensis
Evergreen shrub
To 10'+
Use in mixed plantings, shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Narrow upright shrub has dark green shiny leaves. Buds with red tints open to snowy white small flowers. Bloom
December to February.
Camellia tsaii
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Use in shade gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Narrow dark green lvs and nice grey stems are willowy in effect. Small white flowers are borne profusely in winter and
early spring. Light fragrance.
Camellia x williamsii 'Donation'
To 10'+
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Camellia x williamsii 'Francis Hanger'
Evergreen shrub
To 10'+
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Single pure white flowers are scattered among glossy dark green leaves on this camellia.
Camellia x williamsii 'Freedom Bell'
To 10'+
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Camellia 'Yume'
Evergreen shrub
To 6'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Fragrant 3" single flowers are profuse in winter; petals often alternate white and pink for a striking effect. Spreading,
somewhat open habit.
Camellia --mixed
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia
Beach evening primrose
Evergreen perennial
to 4"h
Use as groundcover or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Low perennial spreads from a central stem. Bright yellow flowers appear in spring and summer. CA native found on
sandy slopes and coastal dunes.
Campanula alliariifolia
Deciduous perennial
2'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Soft leaves,clumping. Creamy bell fls. on long stems held over the basal foliage.
Campanula barbata
Deciduous perennial
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Campanula 'Birch Hybrid'
Evergreen perennial
6 inches high
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Densely-matting selection. Masses of nodding, purple flowers in summer.
Bellflower
Carpathian bellflower
Bellflower
Serbian bellflower
Canna x ehemannii
Canna lily
Tuberous perennial
6'+high fl. stems.
For bold display by pool or pond. Great in containers.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Large green leaves, nodding clusters of shiny dark rose flowers held above foliage on 6'+ stems, blooming in summer.
Canna 'Electric Rose'
Canna
Tuberous perennial
3-4'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bright rose pink flowers are held over lush green leaves on this compact hybrid canna. Summer bloom, easy care.
Canna 'Endeavour'
Canna lily
Tuberous perennial
5-6 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Winter deciduous. Brt.red medium-sized fls.blm.summer.Large blue-green leaves. Hybrids grow well in sun in ground
or in pots submerged 6-8" in water.
Canna 'Erebus'
Canna lily
Tuberous perennial
4-5 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Winter deciduous. Salmon-pink medium-sized fls.Large blue-green leaves. Hybrids grow well in sun in ground or in
pots submerged 6-8" in water.
Canna 'Harvest Moon'
Tuberous perennial
To 5'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Large leaves are medium green and lush; soft yellow flowers are carried in summer.
Canna
Canna
Canna 'Lucifer'
Canna lily
Tuberous perennial
3-4' fl. stems.
Bold display near pool, pond, in container.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
3 to 4' high flower stems have bright red flowers with yellow edge held above huge leaves. Summertime bloom.
Canna 'Mango Melange'
Canna
Tuberous perennial
4-5'
Use in mixed plantings for bold color.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bright soft red-orange flowers are well displayed over and among lush green leaves on this canna. Flowers appear in the
warm months.
Canna
Canna 'Spotti'
Canna lily
Tuberous perennial
To 6'
Use for tropical effect in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Wide green leaves are lush; flowers are yellow with soft red spotting.
Canna 'Striped Beauty'
Tuberous perennial
To 6'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Leaves prominently striped with yellow. Flowers are a clear pale yellow and emerge from soft red buds.
Canna 'Stuttgart'
To 6'
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Canna 'Stuttgart'
Tuberous perennial
To 6'
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
White and green leaves; pale orange flowers.
Canna
Canna 'Sunshine'
Tuberous perennial
To 6'
Use for bold display
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Soft yellow flowers speckled orange provide vivid color in summer over lush green leaves.
Canna
Canna hybrids--mixed
3-6'
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun/light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
3-6'. Large lush leaves; bright fls. in summer.
Cannomois grandis
Restio
to 10'
Use in mixed plantings, for bold display.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dramatic clumping restio puts up fat culms in spring; draping "leaves" create airy effect.
Cantua buxifolia 'Hot Pants'--staked
Evergreen shrub
to 8 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Arching habit. Pendant blossoms of glowing cerise displayed in spring.
Magic-flower-of-the-Incas
Blue sedge
Blue sedge
Carex filifolia
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Carex flagellifera
Sedge
1 1/2 feet high
Used in borders, meadows.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Arching leaves form dense clumps that give fountain-like effect.
Carex pendula
Drooping sedge
Sedge
4-5'+
Use as accent in large gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large clumping evergreen sedge has beautiful, arching pendulous flower stems. Tough and adaptable, generally
evergreen. Will grow in water.
Carex perdentata
Golden Texas sedge
Sedge
8-12"
Use as groundcover or natural lawn.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rhizomatous sedge is colored bright yellow green in full sun, and darker green if planted in shade. It will form a natural
lawn if left to roam.
Carex phyllocephala
Sedge
to 3'+
Use in shade or water gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Distinctive sedge makes vase shaped clumps to 3', with leafy "top-knots" at stem ends.
Carex phyllocephala 'Sparkler'
Sedge
2-3'
Use for bold display.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Prominent white variegation is showy all season on this variegated sedge.
Carex praegracilis
Western meadow sedge
Sedge
6"
Use on banks, for meadow plantings or naturalizing.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Western meadow sedge spreads by rhizomes and can be used as a rough lawn substitute. Can take heavy soil and/or
drought.
Carex praegracilis 'Shady Canyon'
6"
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Western meadow sedge. Rhizomatous, lawn substitute.
Carex radiata
Eastern wood sedge
Sedge
6-12"
Use in meadows, mixed plantings, as natural lawn.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping, fine-textured sedge is medium glossy green, with subtle coppery seedheads in spring. Evergreen in most
areas.
Carex remota
European meadow sedge
Sedge
1'
Use in meadows, tolerates light foot traffic.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Evergreen sedge makes fine textured, rich green clumps, with bronzy highlights in winter. Good in groups and masses.
Carex retroflexa
Texas sedge
Sedge
1'
Use as natural lawn, or in swathes or meadows.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
This fine textured, medium green clumping sedge is found in nature as a groundcover under oaks. It is mowable and
adaptable to foot traffic.
Carex riparia 'Variegata'
Variegated pond sedge.
Sedge
3-4'
Use in wet gardens and at pond's edge.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spring shoots appear almost pure white on this variegated pond sedge as it appears after dormancy. Spreading in moist
soil.
Carex secta
Sedge
3'+
Useful in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Mounding New Zealand sedge provides year round structure in the garden. Great among perennial flowers and shrubs.
Ceanothus cordulatus
Mountain whitethorn
Evergreen shrub
2-5'
Use on banks, and for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Stiffy branched shrub can develop a flat-top effect with age. Branchlets develop spine tips with time. Profuse white fls in
spring. CA native.
Ceanothus cuneatus--excellent form
Buckbrush
Evergreen shrub
4-8'
Use on banks, in mixed plantings, for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Angular stuff shrub has small leaves and is covered in spring with masses of fragrant white to palest pink flowers. CA
native.
Ceanothus 'Cynthia Postan'
California lilac
Evergreen shrub
6-8'h/w
Use on banks, for foundations and large scale plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Shiny dark green leaves on a dense rounded shrub. Bronzy buds, violet blue flowers for a long period in late spring.
Ceanothus 'Dark Star'
Wild lilac
Evergreen shrub
6 feet high, 12 feet wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Extremely dense habit. Masses of cobalt blue flowers in spring are well displayed against very dark green leaves.
Ceanothus dentatus
2'+ high
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15deg2'+ high, spreading. Small lvs, slender stems, brt blue fls.
Ceanothus dentatus 'Bluette'
Evergreen shrub
5'high
Use on banks, or in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degSmall leaves set on slender stems make a dense compact dark green mound to 5'. Many puffs of dark blue flowers in
spring.
Ceanothus dentatus [x thyrsiflorus]
Evergreen shrub
4' high, 6-8' wide
Use on banks, in mixed plantings, for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degShiny green leaves on spreading stems are evergreen. Clusters of small bright blue flowers are abundant in spring. CA
native (probable) hybrid.
Ceanothus foliosus 'Berryhill'
Wavyleaf ceanothus
Evergreen shrub
2-3'h/4-6'w feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Mounding in habit, to 2-3' high, 4-6' wide. Tiny leaves, round clusters of brilliant blue spring blossoms.
Ceanothus 'Frosty Blue'
Wild lilac
Evergreen shrub
7-10'h/12'+w
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Bushy, upright growth. Clean, shiny leaves. Masses of blue flowers come from white frosted buds in spring. Later
blooming than some.
Ceanothus 'Gloire de Versailles'
Wild lilac
Deciduous shrub
6-10' tall, 12-15' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Hybrid involving eastern U.S. and Mexican species bears a profusion of light blue flowers in summer. Blooms on new
wood.
Ceanothus gloriosus
Pt. Reyes ceanothus
Evergreen shrub
to 1'h/5'+w
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Sturdy, prostrate shrub with dark, toothed leaves. Decorated by lavender-blue flower clusters, paired along the stems in
spring.
Glory bush
Wild lilac
Ceanothus maritimus
Evergreen shrub
1' + high by 3'+wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low, compact, creeping habit. Dense, short flower clusters of soft blue in spring.
Hoover ceanothus
Hoover ceanothus
Hoover ceanothus
Wild lilac
Centranthus lecoqii
Valerian
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Showy heads of pinkish lavender flowers on this species of valerian. Can naturalize. Also known as C. ruber--lavender
pink.
Centranthus ruber 'Albus'
Valerian
Evergreen perennial
2 feet + high
Used in borders, on banks.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Semi-shrubby habit, naturalizes. Profuse bloom of white flowers on erect stems in late spring-summer. Good cut flower.
Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus'
Evergreen perennial
2 feet + high
Used in borders, on banks.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Semi-shrubby habit, naturalizes readily. Profuse bloom of dark red flowers.
Valerian
Valerian
Centranthus ruber--mixed
Valerian
Evergreen perennial
2'+h
Use on banks, in borders and mixed plantings.
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Valerian; greyish leaves, white to dark pink flowers. Can naturalize.
Cephalaria galpiniana
Evergreen perennial
18"
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLow, finely divided dark green leaves form tight, tidy clump. Scabiosa-like flowers are light bright yellow and appear
through summer.
Cerastium alpinum ssp. lanatum
Alpine mouse ear
Evergreen perennial
3"h
Use in containers, rock gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLow furry grey-white leaves form a tight; large white flowers held over the leaves in spring.
Cerastium candidissimum
Evergreen perennial
To 6" h/2'wide
Use in small scale plantings, rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLow furry grey-white leaves form low mound; white flowers in spring. Not rampant like C. tomentosum.
Cerastium tomentosum
Evergreen perennial
3 inches high
Used in borders, on banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Forms compact, low mats. White flowers blanket the plant in June.
Snow-in-summer
Ceratostigma griffithii
Himalayan plumbago
Deciduous perennial
2-3 feet high
Used in borders, on banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Mounding in habit, with many, bright blue flowers late summer-fall. Scattered red leaves in fall. Grows in sun or shade,
can take drought.
Ceratostigma minus
Deciduous shrub
3'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Erect shrub carries a somewhat lighter hue of the typical bright blue flowers in summer and fall on this Chinese
plumbago.
Ceratostigma plumbaginoides
Chinese plumbago
Deciduous perennial
1 foot + high
Used in borders, on banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading groundcover forms lush carpets. Bright deep blue flowers held over the leaves in fall. Leaves develop red
tones in fall and winter.
Ceratostigma willmottianum
Chinese plumbago
Deciduous shrub
2-4 feet high
For borders, foundation plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bright gentian blue flowers summer-fall on this vase-shaped shrub. Red leaves in fall.
Cercidiphyllum japonicum
Katsura tree
Deciduous tree
Up to 40' high
Showy specimen tree keeps neat form.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dainty new leaves are red-tinged in spring. Leaves turn yellow to orange in fall and have "cotton candy/strawberry"
fragrance before they fall.
Cestrum aurantiacum
Orange cestrum
Evergreen shrub
6-10' tall, 5-8' wide
Use it as a specimen shrub, or in large tubs.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Upright shrub with lush, tropical-looking leaves and clusters of bright orange flowers from spring to fall, followed by
white berries.
Cestrum x cultum 'Cretan Purple'
Evergreen shrub
8'h/w
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Sprays of out-facing dark bright lavender purple tubular flowers are carried in summer on this quick and leafy green
shrub.
Cestrum elegans 'Rose'
Evergreen shrub
To 6'+
Use as specimen shrub, back of borders, espalier.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
To 6'+, upright stems. Large soft leaves, profuse clusters of spring-summer dark pink flowers attract hummingbirds.
Red berries follow.
Cestrum elegans 'Smithii'
Evergreen shrub
8-10 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lush, tropical foliage. Long bloom season with pink flowers and bright red berries.
Pink cestrum
Cestrum nocturnum
Night jessamine
Evergreen shrub
To 10' high/ wide
Use it as a specimen shrub, in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Robust shrub, easily pruned and shaped. Large, dark, shiny leaves, clustered night-fragrant, greenish flowers in summer,
white berries.
Cestrum sp.--sim. aurantiacum
8-10'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Chaenomeles 'Cameo'
Flowering quince
Deciduous shrub
3 to 4' high
Use as specimen, back of border.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dwarf, spreading habit; large, soft apricot- pink flowers bloom late winter-early spring.
Chaenomeles 'Contorta'
Flowering quince
Deciduous shrub
4-5' high
Use as specimen, bonsai.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degUndulating branches carry white and pink tinged flowers in late winter and early spring. Excellent as bonsai subject.
Chaenomeles 'Contorta Orange'
Flowering quince
Deciduous shrub
To 2'+
Show as specimen, bonsai.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Contorted branches stay low and spreading; single orange flowers bloom late winter-early spring.
Flowering quince
Chaenomeles 'Hime'
Deciduous shrub
To 6'+
Showy specimen
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Flowering quince. To 6'+, bushy. Profuse single red flowers bloom late winter-early spring.
Flowering quince
Chaenomeles 'Hollandia'
Flowering quince
Deciduous shrub
8 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Profuse, large red flowers bloom in late winter. Deciduous until bloom is finished. Toothed,shiny green lvs. Reblooms in
fall.Good cut buds+fls.in wtr
Chaenomeles 'Jet Trail'
Flowering quince
Deciduous shrub
3'+
Use in borders, foundations.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degPure white flowers in late winter and early spring on this lower growing cultivar of flowering quince.
Chaenomeles 'Kurokoji'
Deciduous shrub
6'
Showy specimen
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy. Dark, narrow green leaves with velvety red flowers blooming late winter to early spring.
Flowering quince
Chaenomeles 'Oyashima'
Flowering quince
Deciduous shrub
To 4'+
Showy specimen, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
To 4'+. Well-branched. Dark, narrow leaves emerge after late winter-early spring blooming double white flowers.
Chaenomeles 'Pink Lady'
Flowering quince
Deciduous shrub
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright coral pink fls. are carried along branches in late winter and spring on this free flowering shrub.
Chaenomeles 'Toyo Nishiki'
Flowering quince
Deciduous shrub
4-6 feet tall
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Arching growth. Attractive deciduous foliage. Flowers mixed, pink to white on plant at same time.
Chaenorrhinum glareosum
Dwarf snapdragon
Evergreen perennial
6-12" tall, spreading
Fine for the low border, banks, walls, rock gardens
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact, mounding plant with small dark leaves, violet snapdragon-like flowers much of the year.
Chaenorrhinum origanifolium 'Blue Dreams'
8-12"
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low mat. Dark blue-purple "snapdragons", yellow throat.
Chaenorrhinum origanifolium 'Summer Skies'
Evergreen perennial
8-12"
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low mat. Dark blue-purple "snapdragons", yellow throat.
Chamaebatiaria millefolium
Fernbush
Deciduous shrub
4-5'
Use in dry shrub borders, mixed plantings, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Feathery light green leaves are aromatic; clusters of small white flowers appear in summer. Native in California and
many western states.
Ellwood cypress
Lawson cypress
Hinoki cypress
Use in foundation or mixed plantings.
Desert willow
Shasta daisy
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Chrysanthemum weyrichii
Flowering perennial
3 inches high
Good for rock gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting, spreading habit. Large rose- pink flowers just above leaves in spring.
Japanese daisy
Bamboo
Chusquea foliosa
Bamboo
20'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Long thin drooping leaves are held on golden clumps with green nodes. Clumping.
Chusquea gigantea (breviglumis)
Bamboo
To 15'+
Screen or use as specimen
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
To 15', arching. Large, leafy bright green sprays held stiffly along dark green stems. Enlarged nodes. Clumping.
Chusquea mimosa
Bamboo
to 20'h
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Many small leaves on erect stems create very graceful effect. Mature stems dark red. Clumping.
Chusquea [montana]
Bamboo
6-10'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Chusquea pittieri
Bamboo
25'
Use in containers, specimen planting.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Arching stems, dense circle of drooping branchlets have almost continuous brush of bright green 2" leaves. Excellent
clumping bamboo.
Chusquea sulcata
Bamboo
To 15' high
Use as specimen, screen.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Clumping, graceful bamboo has golden culms with dark green nodes. From southern Mexico.
Chusquea sulcata #1
to 15' h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Chusquea sulcata #2
to 15' h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Chusquea sulcata #3
to 15' h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Cinnamomum japonicum
To 30'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Evergreen tree, aromatic leaves
Cissus striata--staked
Grape ivy
Evergreen vine
10-20'
Use on trellis, fences.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dark green vine for light shade grows quickly and presents a delicate but very dense appearance. Many blue black
berries follow tiny flowers.
Cistus x aguilarii--aka 'Blanche'
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
6-8' high
For borders, banks, hedges.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Bright green wavy-edged leaves. Large pure white flowers bloom spring and into summer. One of the taller growing
rockroses.
Rockrose
Use on banks, in dry gardens.
Rockrose
Rockrose
Cistus incanus
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
3'+h/w
Use on banks and in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Grey leaves, dark pink flowers.
Cistus incanus 'LASCA Select'
Evergreen shrub
3'+h/ 8'w
For dry borders and banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy, to 3'+ high by 8' wide. Grey-green 1-1/2" leaves, dark mauve spring flowers.
Rockrose
Cistus inflatus
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
2'h/3'+w
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Green fuzzy leaves form a dense mound to 2' high and 3' wide. Masses of white flowers in spring.
Cistus incanus ssp. tauricus
3'+h/w
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Cistus 'Jessamy Beauty'
2-3'h/6'w
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dark green lvs; large white fls. with red spots. 2'h/6'w.
Cistus ladanifer 'Bashful'
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
1'+
Use on banks, in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dwarf rockrose selection has shiny aromatic dark green leaves and produces many large white flowers in spring.
Cistus ladanifer 'Paladin'
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
4-5'h/w
Use on banks, in dry borders, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dark green, aromatic leaves form dense mound; 3" white flowers with red petal spots are abundant in spring. Leaf
fragrance strongest on warm days.
Cistus x laxus
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Medium green leaves are tidy all year; bright white flowers appear in abundance in spring.
Cistus x laxus 'Snow White'
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
4-5'h/w
Use on banks and in mixed plantings, dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense mound of crinkled light green leaves is covered in spring with pure white 2" flowers.
Cistus x obtusifolius
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
3'h/w
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degMasses of 2" white flowers cover the dark green leaves on this hybrid rockrose. Spring bloom is profuse.
Cistus populifolius ssp. major
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
5-6'h/w
Use on banks, in borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degLarge, broad light green leaves with wavy edges are distinctive on this rockrose. 2-3" white fls. appear in spring.
Cistus x purpureus
Orchid rockrose
Evergreen shrub
4 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Compact habit with narrow dark green leaves. Good seaside plant. Large purplish rose flowers in late spring.
Cistus 'Ruby Cluster'
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
3'h/5-6'w
Use on banks, in dry gardens and borders.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degClean white flowers have red splotch on each petal in this showy hybrid rockrose. Green leavs, mounding habit, red
buds.
Cistus salviifolius 'Gold Star'
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
1'h/6'w
Use on banks, in dry borders and gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degLow spreading rockrose carries masses of white flowers in spring. Each petal has a golden spot at the base, adding to the
effect.
Cistus salviifolius 'Prostratus'
Evergreen shrub
1 foot high, 6 feet wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Forms wide-spreading, dense mounds. Covered in spring with pure white flowers.
Rockrose
Rockrose
Rockrose
Clematis 'Liberation'
Deciduous vine
10'
Use on fences, trellis.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLarge late spring flowers are deep pink with a cerise bar. Late summer flowers are smaller. Light pruning in spring.
Clematis ligusticifolia
Western virgin's bower
Deciduous vine
10 feet + high
For fences, trellises, banks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
California native species has large divided leaves with clusters of white flowers followed by fluffy seedheads.
Clematis 'Lincoln Star'
Deciduous vine
10'+
Use on fences, trellis.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degHybrid clematis has rich raspberry red petals with white edges; bloom time is spring, and again in late summer. Prune
lightly over winter.
Clematis 'Little Mermaid'
Succulent perennial
4-6'
Use in mixed plantings, on short trellis, amoung shrubs.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Semi-double 3-4" flowers are an unusual shade of coral pink; fls appear in spring and fall. Light pruning only.
Clematis macropetala hybrids
Deciduous vine
10'
Use on fences, trellis, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degElegant drooping flowers have spreading sepals, and appear in spring. Fls. range in color from pink to lavender blue.
Prune, if needed, after bloom.
Clematis 'Madame Baron Veillard'
Hybrid clematis
Deciduous vine
12 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Lilac rose 4-5" open flowers bloom June and September. Blooms on new wood; can be pruned in late winter to low, live
buds.
Clematis 'Madame Edouard Andre'
Deciduous vine
10'
Use on fences, trellis.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0deg5-6" velvety red flowers with cream anthers in summer for a long season. Blooms on new growth, can be hard pruned in
late winter to low, live buds.
Clematis mandshurica
Manchurian clematis
Deciduous perennial
4-5'
Use in borders, flower gardens, among shrubs.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Perennial displays masses of sweetly scented starry white flowers in midsummer. Dies down to the ground in winter.
Clematis 'Marie Boisselot'
Clematis
Deciduous vine
10'+ high
Used for fences, walls, trellises
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
6-9" pure white, single flowers with yellow centers. Spring, fall bloom. Spring bloom on previous season's growth; only
light pruning in winter.
Clematis 'Masquerade'
Clematis
Deciduous vine
To 10' high
Use it on fences, walls, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Well-branched vine with large divided leaves, 7" lavender flowers with mauve bars. Blooms late spring, early fall. Prune
lightly in late winter.
Clematis 'Miss Bateman'
Deciduous vine
10'
Use on fence, trellis.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0deg5"+ white fls are carried in late spring and late summer. Compact form suits container growing. Prune lightly in late
winter.
Clematis pauciflora
Rope vine
Deciduous vine
10'h+
Use on dry banks, or in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degSouthern California native clematis grows rapidly and carries many small white flowers in spring. Plumy fruits are
ornamental.
Clematis 'Perle d'Azur'
Hybrid clematis
Deciduous vine
To 12'
Use on walls, fences, arbors.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Midsummer to fall bloom. Sky blue flowers are slightly bell shaped. Free flowering, blooms on new growth. Prune to
low, live buds, late winter.
Clematis 'Petit Faucon'
Deciduous perennial
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings, among shrubs.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clematis 'Picadilly'
Hybrid clematis
Vine
Up to 10 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Deciduous hybrid. Summer blooming with 5" bright purple flowers.
Clematis 'Pink Champagne'
Hybrid clematis
Deciduous vine
7 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Purplish-pink 6" open flowers bloom May-June and Aug-Sept. Compact. Good cut flowers. Only light pruning, late
winter.
Clematis pitcheri
Deciduous vine
10'h
Use on fence, trellis.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degSpecies clematis bears many 1-2" purplish or dark blue urn shaped flowers with green recurved tips in summer.
Dormant to ground in winter.
Clematis 'Princess Diana'
Deciduous vine
8-9'
Use among shrubs, on trellis or fences.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degTexensis hybrid bears miniature whitish pink tulip-like fls. with rich pink interior coloring. Blooms June-July and
September. Dies down in winter.
Clematis 'Proteus'
Clematis
Deciduous vine
8-10'+
Use on fences, trellis.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spring and fall bloom on this soft mauve pink semi-double to double fl. cultivar. Spring bloom is on last years' wood;
prune only lightly in winter.
Clematis 'Ramona'
Hybrid clematis
Deciduous vine
To 14'
walls & fences
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degBears 5-6" open, pale lavender-blue fls with deep red center from June-Sept. Plant roots in shade, stems grow into sun.
Only light pruning, winter.
Clematis 'Rebecca' TM
8-10'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clematis recta 'Purpurea'
4'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clematis 'Rhapsody'
Deciduous vine
8-10'
Use on fence, trellis.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0deg4-5" flowers are dark blue and deepen in color as they age. Free flowering. Blooms summer and fall on new growth.
Prune in winter to low, live buds.
Clematis 'Roguchi'
Deciduous vine
6'
Use in mixed plantings, on short trellis, among shrubs.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degRich 2" blue purple bell flowers appear from spring to fall. Herbaceous hybrid of Clematis integrifolia and C. durandii.
Clematis 'Rouge Cardinal'
Hybrid clematis
Deciduous vine
Up to 10 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very free-blooming hybrid with 5", velvety, deep red flowers blooming in spring and fall.
Clematis 'Royalty'
8-10'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clematis 'Sapphire Indigo' PP#17012
3-4'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
3-4' h/w. Dark purple 4" flowers age dark blue. Long blm.
Clematis 'Snow Queen'
Hybrid clematis
Vine
To 8'
For trellis, wall, or climbing trees, or container
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Deciduous hybrid with 6" wide-open white flowers blooming May-June and August. Good cut flowers. Plant roots in
shade, stems may climb into sun.
Clematis 'Sugar Candy'
Deciduous vine
10'h
Use on fences, trellis.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degVigorous vine, 6" mauve flowers with darker bar show best color out of hot sun. Late spring to fall bloom. Only light
pruning in late winter.
Clematis 'Sunset'
Clematis
Deciduous vine
Up to 10'+ high
Used for fences, walls, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Beautiful hybrid with large dark red flowers late spring to fall. Spring bloom is on previous yrs. growth; only light
pruning in winter.
Clematis tangutica
Golden clematis
Deciduous vine
10 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Slender-stemmed, dense growth. 2" waxy yellow bells bloom summer to fall followed by decorative seed heads enjoyed
by many small finches.
Clematis terniflora
Sweet autumn clematis
Deciduous vine
20' high
Use on fences, trellis, with strong support.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Easy vine produces masses of sweet scented white flowers in fall. Vigorous grower. Can be cut low in winter.
Clematis texensis
Scarlet clematis
Deciduous vine
10'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degPendant red urn-shaped flowers in summer, mature to fluffy seed heads. Attractive to hummingbirds. Dies to the ground
in winter.
Hybrid clematis
Summersweet
Japanese cleyera
Parrot's beak
Parrot's beak
Coleonema album
White breath of heaven
Evergreen shrub
3-5' tall
Showy specimen shrub, foundation plant.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Spreading, fine growth. Tiny fragrant leaves. Small white flowers.
Coleonema pulchellum
Breath of heaven
Evergreen shrub
3-6' tall
Showy specimen shrub, foundation plant.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fragrant light green leaves form soft, upright shrub. Masses of small pink flowers.
Coleonema pulchellum--compact form
Breath of heaven
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Showy specimen shrub, foundation plant.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Breath of heaven. Bushy, low; fragrant foliage, pink flowers bloom late winter and spring.
Coleonema pulchellum 'Danny's Gold Sport'
Breath of heaven
Evergreen shrub
4' high, 6' wide
Use it as a specimen shrub, in borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Compact, somewhat spreading shrub with aromatic foliage, bright yellow in new growth; small light pink flowers.
Coleonema pulchellum--magenta flower
3-4'h/5'+w
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Coleonema pulchellum 'Sunset Gold'
Breath of heaven
Evergreen shrub
2' high, 4'+ wide
Showy specimen shrub, foundation plant.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Almost flat-topped shrub has bright golden new leaves. Foliage is fragrant, and small pink flowers are carried in spring.
Colocasia esculenta 'Black Magic'
Taro
Tuberous perennial
6'+h
Use for tropical effect, bold display.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Darkest purple-black stems and leaves on this perennial. New growth is dark green with dark veins. Will die down with
winter cold.
Colocasia esculenta 'Chicago Harlequin'
Taro
Evergreen perennial
6'+h
Use for bold display, tropical effect.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Huge leaves are velvety blue-green; stems are cream, green and pink with vertical striping. Will down down with winter
cold.
Colocasia esculenta 'Fontanesii'
Elephant's ear
Tuberous perennial
To 6' high leaf stems
Use near pool, in containers, shade garden
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Taro. Purple-black leaves reach 3' in length,1'+ wide, on underground spreading tubers. Bright yellow calla-like flowers.
Protect from wind.
Colocasia esculenta 'Illustris'
Taro
Tuberous perennial
6'+h
Use for bold display.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Protection from wind keeps huge dark leaves with vivid green veins attractive all season. Dormant with cold
temperatures.
Colocasia esculenta 'Metallica'
Taro
Tuberous perennial
6'+h
Use for tropical effect, bold display.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Large velvety blue-green leaves and dark stems need protection from wind to look their best. Dormant with cool weather.
Colquhounia coccinea var. mollis
Deciduous shrub
To 10'h
Borders, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy, upright shrub with soft grey leaves; dense clusters of bright orange tubular flowers in summer and fall. Mint
relative.
Commelina coelestis
Deciduous perennial
2'+
Use in borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Lush green upright stems carry clusters of bright blue flowers in summer.
Convolvulus cneorum
Bush morning glory
Evergreen shrub
2-4 feet high
For borders, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Broad, funnel-shaped, 2" white flowers against striking silver foliage on a rounded shrub. Somewhat drought tolerant.
Convolvulus mauritanicus
Evergreen perennial
3 inches high
Used for ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Trailing habit for ground cover or container. Lavender flowers summer through fall.
Giant dracaena
Cabbage tree
Coreopsis gigantea
Giant coreopsis
Evergreen perennial
4'
Use on banks, and in dry borders.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Thick trunks with "topknots" of lacy leaves create a distinctive profile. Yellow daisies in spring. Can be dormant with
summer drought. CA native.
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'
Tickseed
Deciduous perennial
To 18" high
Use it in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Leafy low clumps have broad bright green leaves. A succession of large golden yellow "daisies" are produced through
the summer months.
Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sterntaler'
Deciduous perennial
18"
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degReliable perennial daisy carries yellow flowers with dark centers for a long season in summer.
Coreopsis 'Limerock Passion' PP#15979
1-2'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0deg1-2'. Fine leaves; lavender pink daisies summer-fall.
Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby' PP#15455
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in border, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degMasses of ruby red daisies appear among narrow leaves in summer and fall on this striking perennial.
Coreopsis maritima
Evergreen perennial
2'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Plains coreopsis
Australian fuchsia
Australian fuchsia
Bearberry cotoneaster
Cotoneaster glaucophyllus
3-4'h/6-8'w
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Cotoneaster horizontalis
Deciduous shrub
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degRock c; Prostrate, with stiff stems, small shiny leaves in herringbone pattern ,white flowers followed by red berries.
Cotoneaster microphyllus var. thymifolius
Evergreen shrub
2 feet high, 5 feet wide
Used as a ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact form with stiff, upright branches and clusters of long-lasting red berries.
Cotoneaster nummularioides
Most soils. . Full sun.
Dwarf rockspray
Crocosmia 'Solfatare'
Cormous perennial
2-3'h
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10degArching clumps of bronze iris-like leaves carry sprays of soft apricot flowers in summer.
Crocosmia 'Star of the East'
Deciduous perennial
2-3'h
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degLarge, vivid golden orange flowers have pale centers on this very striking selection. Empty seed pods mature bright red
to extend interest.
Crocosmia 'Twilight Fairy Crimson'
16-20"
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degCrocosmia 'Venus'
Montbretia
Cormous perennial
to 20" fl. stems.
Use in flower gardens and borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Winter deciduous. Broad sword-like leaves in fans, in clumps. Peachy-yellow flowers bloom in summer-fall.
Crocosmia 'Voyager'
Cormous perennial
2-3'h
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degArching stems carry bright golden yellow flowers in summer. Spreading clumps.
Crocosmia 'Vulcan'
Monbretia
Cormous perennial
18-24"
Use in flower and cutting gardens, or mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Midsummer brings vivid red flowers over wide green leaves on this very compact form of an easy perennial. Dormant in
winter.
Crotalaria agatiflora
Evergreen shrub
6 feet + high
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fast growth, heavily-branched from base. Beak-shaped chartreuse flowers in summer.
Macnab cypress
Cupressus macrocarpa
Monterey cypress
Evergreen tree
20'-40'+ high
Specimen tree, also used as windbreak, hedge.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Narrow, slender, upright branches. Form is pyramidal in youth, and more open at maturity. Performs best on coast,
often used as windbreak.
Cupressus macrocarpa 'Aurea'
Golden Monterey cypress
Evergreen tree
15-30'
Use in mixed plantings for bold effect.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Lemon yellow form of the golden Monterey cypress develops a dense conical habit; leaves stay in the juvenile phase of
growth. Best near the coast.
Cupressus macrocarpa 'Citriodora'
Golden Monterey cypress
Evergreen tree
15-20'+
Use as specimen, or for naturalizing.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Golden form of the Monterey cypress grows more slowly than the typical species. Best near the coast.
Cupressus macrocarpa--golden
Golden Monterey cypress
Evergreen shrub
15-30'
Use as foundation plant or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degClosely branched shrub or small tree keeps vivid golden color all year. This selection is from Carman's Nursery.
Cupressus macrocarpa 'Saligna Aurea'
Golden threadleaf cypress
Evergreen shrub
To 20'+
Use as specimen, or for foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Weeping very slender branches have golden tips and slowly form an elegant draping shrub. Good form and texture all
year.
Cupressus sempervirens 'Glauca'
Blue Italian cypress
Evergreen tree
Up to 60 feet high
Use as a specimen tree, also for lining driveways, etc.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Familiar form eventually develops into dense, narrow columnar tree.
Cyclamen graecum
Tuberous perennial
6"
Use in containers, rock gardens, small areas.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Silver or light green marked leaves; delicate light to dark pink fragrant fls. with reflexed petals held in fall and winter.
Let dry over summer.
Cyclamen hederifolium
Tuberous perennial
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Cyclamen hederifolium--silver leaf
Tuberous perennial
8-12"
Use in containers, shade gardens, for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Fall-blooming species has heart-shaped silver leaves and holds dainty pink fls over attractive foliage.
Cyclamen persicum--selected wild strains
Tuberous perennial
6-8"
Use in shade gardens, containers, woodlands.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Green heart shaped leaves often have silver patterns and markings; white to pink flowers with backswept petals
fall-spring. Let dry in summer.
Cymbopogon citratus
Most soils. keep moist. Sun/shade. Tender/protect
Orange cyrtanthus
Cream cyrtanthus
Cyrtanthus hybrid--red
Bulbous perennial
1 foot high
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Evergreen fountains of leaves. Tubular fragrant, bright-red blossoms.
Red cyrtanthus
Ifafa lily
Cyrtanthus sanguineus
Bulbous perennial
1'h
Use in containers, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Cheery bright red flowers appear in summer over evergreen leaves.
Cyrtanthus suaveolens
Bulbous perennial
1'h
Use in containers, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Bright red flowers with a clove scent are carried in spring on this South African bulb. Easy in containers.
Cytisus 'Carla'
4-5'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Daboecia cantabrica 'Alba'
Irish heath
Evergreen shrub
1-2 feet high
For rock gardens, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright green leaves on upright stems are a great backdrop for the pure white lantern-like flowers that appear from spring
to summer.
Daboecia cantabrica 'William Buchanan'
Irish heath
Evergreen shrub
1-2 feet high
For rock gardens, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, prostrate habit with deep green leaves. Rose-purple lantern-like flowers bloom summer-fall.
Dahlia 'Aztec Sunshine'
Dahlia
Tuberous perennial
5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degBright yellow single flowers are abundant all summer on this erect, dense perennial. Dark green leaves, black stems. No
need to stake or dig tubers.
Dahlia coccinea hybrids
Dahlia
Tuberous perennial
3-5' h/w
Use in borders, flower gardens and for showy color.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Easy perennials produce masses of fls. in various colors from early summer to fall. Tubers can be left in ground over
winter in most areas.
Dahlia cocc. hyb.--dk lvs/red fls
3-5'+
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15deg-
Blue dampiera
Dampiera purpurea
1-2'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dampiera trigona 'Purple Wire'
Evergreen perennial
1-2'
Use as ground cover, in mixed plantings or in containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Narrow green stems form a dense tangled mass. Vivid blue purple flowers are displayed in spring and summer.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction.
Danae racemosa
Poet's laurel
Evergreen perennial
2-4'
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Flexible stems with glossy green leaves arch out from a narrow crown and present a neat elegant appearance all year.
Insignificant flowers.
Danthonia californica
California oat grass
Grass
1'
Use in mixed or meadow plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10degBright green clumping grass puts up arching stems with broad seed heads in spring. Does well in part shade. CA native.
Danthonia species--Craggy Peak NC
1'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10deg-
Daphne bholua
Evergreen shrub
6-10'
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Himalayan daphne grows taller than wide; very fragrant pink flowers appear along the stems in spring.
Daphne caucasica 'Leucanthe'
Deciduous shrub
Up to 5' high
Used in foundation plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy, deciduous, clusters of cream and pink fragrant flowers. Disease resistant.
Caucasian daphne
Winter daphne
Daphniphyllum macropodum
Evergreen shrub
To 20'+
Effective in shade gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Handsome, long, shiny leaves have light undersides, small green fls, black berries. Protect from hot sun.
Darmera peltata
Indian rhubarb
Deciduous perennial
18 inches + high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
CA streamside native has large 15" umbrella leaves; sprays of bergenia like pinkish white fls. in spring.
Darmera peltata 'Nana'
Dwarf Indian rhubarb
Deciduous perennial
15"
Use in shade gardens, moist areas.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Half size selection of Indian rhubarb has the typical umbrella leaves in smaller scale. White to pink fls. in spring.
Darwinia citriodora 'Seaspray'
Evergreen shrub
2'h/4-5'w
Use on banks, or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense shrub has grey-green leaves and carries terminal flowers with bright burnt orange bracts. Spring bloom.
Darwinia leiostyla 'Mt. Trio'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Dasylirion wheeleri
Spoon flower
Evergreen perennial
lvs to 3'+, fl. stem to 8'
Spectacular plant for dry garden.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
4' fountain of arching, grey, spine-edged leaves. Tall flower stems, many small white flowers. Sculptural plant for banks
and dry borders.
Davidia involucrata
Deciduous tree
To 30'+
Use as specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dove tree. Round crown. In May 6" white bracts open between heart-shaped leaves.
Dove tree
Decaisnea fargesii
Blue bean
Deciduous shrub
To 15'
Use as specimen shrub.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Unusual shrub has lush divided leaves. Small spikes of yellow flowers mature to 2-4" metallic blue bean-like seedpods.
Best in fertile moist soil.
Delosperma congestum
Hardy ice plant
Succulent perennial
4"h
Use in containers, rock gardens, or for edging.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very hardy succulent makes tight cushions of foliage that are covered with bright yellow flowers in the summer months.
Delosperma cooperi
Succulent perennial
6" x 2'
Use as ground cover in cold areas.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting succulent. Dark narrow leaves, purple-red fls in summer. Very cold hardy.
Delosperma 'Fire Spinner'
4" x 2'
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Delosperma 'Jewel of Desert Topaz' PP#23492
6" x 2'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Delosperma lavisiae
Hardy ice plant
Succulent perennial
6" x 2'
Use for edging, in rock gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Densely matting succulent has dark green narrow lvs and bright purple-rose flowers in summer. Hardy.
Delosperma 'Orange Wonder' PPAF
4" x 2'
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Delosperma sutherlandii
Hardy ice plant
Succulent perennial
6" x 2'
Use in rock gardens, as edging or on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting succulent, with dark narrow leaves, vivid red violet flowers in summer.
Dendromecon harfordii
Island bush poppy
Evergreen shrub
6'+ high by 8' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Native to CA Channel Islands. Round spreading habit. Bright yellow flowers in spring, summer. Minimal root
disturbance when planting important.
Dendromecon rigida
Bush poppy
Evergreen shrub
6' h
Use on banks, in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Narrow grey-green leaves are held on flexible stems; bright yellow fls are showy in spring with scattered summer bloom
in watered gardens. CA native.
Dermatobotrys saundersii
Evergreen shrub
2'
Use in containers or mixed plantings, in protected areas.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
An epiphyte in nature, this shrub grows in the forks of trees. Striking tubular red flowers appear in late winter-spring.
Great in containers.
Deutzia ningpoensis
Deciduous shrub
5-6'
Use in mixed plantings, shrub borders.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLeafy shrub carries many white fls. with dark calyces in drooping clusters in spring. Flowers resemble styrax bells.
Deutzia 'Pink Pompon'
Deciduous shrub
4-5' high
Use as foundation shrub.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degLarge clusters of double pink flowers bloom late spring and summer.
Deutzia
Deutzia 'Rosalind'
Deutzia
Deciduous shrub
To 6'+
Use as foundation shrub.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
To 6'. Slender arching stems, large sprays of deep pink flowers bloom late spring and summer. Leaves turn orange-red in
fall.
Deutzia scabra--pure white
Deciduous shrub
5-6'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Pure white flowers appear in spring on this easy shrub.
Deutzia 'Strawberry Fields'
Deciduous shrub
5-6'
Use in mixed plantings, or as foundation shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Profuse spring bloom of mauve and white flowers is very effective on this easy shrub.
Dianella 'Blushy'
Evergreen perennial
To 18"
Use in shade and foundation plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Graceful clumps of narrow, arching cream variegated leaves have a pinkish blush when young. Lightens up shade
plantings.
Dianella caerulea 'Casitas Springs'
Evergreen perennial
18"-2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Blue-grey leaves stay in tidy clumps; starry blue flowers mature to purple fruits in summer.
Paroo lily
Dianella intermedia
Turutu
Evergreen perennial
2 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders, near pools.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Thicket forming with fountain of leaves. White flowers bloom in summer followed by long-lasting deep-blue berries.
Dianella revoluta
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade.
Dianella revoluta 'Little Rev' PP#17719
2-3'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dianella tasmanica
Flax lily
Evergreen perennial
Up to 4 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fountainlike growth. Dark, evergreen foliage. Sprays of light blue flowers, deep blue berries held in summer.
Dianella tasmanica 'Yellow Stripe'
to 4'h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Pink
Diascia anastrepta
Evergreen perennial
1-2'
Use for edging, low plantings, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Leafy low mats produce spikes of bright coral pink flowers. Each flower has a vivid yellow eyespot. Long bloom, easy
care.
Diascia 'Blackthorn Apricot'
Evergreen perennial
8-12"
Use as edging, in borders or containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Spreading green mats carry spikes with salmon apricot flowers over a long season.
Diascia integerrima
Twinspur
Evergreen perennial
12-18" high by 2-3' wide
Borders, flower gardens, edging.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
1-2', upright. Narrow leaves on spreading stems; showy, deep pink fls.
Diascia integerrima 'Coral Canyon'
Evergreen perennial
12-18"
Use in mixed plantings, for edging and in flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Perennial introduced by the Plant Select Program has spikes of bright coral pink flowers all summer. Spreading dense
clumps.
Dichelostemma multiflorum
Cormous perennial
2'
Use in dry borders, on banks,
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Round, dense clusters of lavender blue flowers are held on leafless stems in spring. CA native.
Wild hyacinth
Dichondra sericea
Silver dichondra
Evergreen perennial
1"mat
Use as ground cover in rock gardens, or for edging.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tight, very low roundish silver leaves spread to cover the ground; creating a shiny silver mat.
Dichroa febrifuga
Evergreen shrub
4-6'
Use in shade gardens or as a foundation plant.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Evergreen foliage. Clusters of delicate blue flowers are followed by purple berries.
Dicksonia antarctica
Fern
12 feet + high
Good for shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Slow growing, hardy with 3-6' arching fronds. Fuzzy trunks.
Dierama igneum
Cormous perennial
2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degDwarf fairy wand with pendant lavender bells on long thin flower stems.
Dierama jucundum
Cormous perennial
2'
Use in flower gardens, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Smaller form of fairy wand grows to 2'. Lavender pink to coral flowers appear in early summer.
Dierama 'Miranda'
Fairy wand
Cormous perennial
3'
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degFoliage clumps to 30", flower stems arch to 3'+ and carry pendant bright lavender flared bells in early summer.
Dierama pendulum var. robustum
Cormous perennial
2'lvs
Specimen, borders, flower beds.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degGrass-like 2'leaves. 3-4' wand carry dangling broad pink bell shaped flowers in early summer. Evergreen clumps.
Dierama pendulum var. robustum--white
White fairy wand
Cormous perennial
3-4 feet tall
Used in borders, meadows.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tight, grass-like clumps. Long, narrow, flattened leaves. 3-6' arching stems, large bell-shaped white flowers in mid- to
late spring.
Dierama pulcherrimum
Cormous perennial
Flower stems 3-6 feet tall
Used in borders, meadows.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tight, grass-like clumps with 3-6' arching stems, bell-like pink-white flowers.
Fairy wand
Fairy wand
flower gardens
Fairy wand
Dierama reynoldsii
Fairy wand
Cormous perennial
18" leaves
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degGrass-like 18" leaves make thin clumps; long wands carry petite, very dark purplish red bell fls that emerge from snowy
white bracts.
Dierama tyrium
Fairy wand
Cormous perennial
5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degRobust form of fairy wand forms tight clumps; flower stems to 6' droop at the tips and carry small rose to deep maroon
bells.
Dietes bicolor
Fortnight lily
Evergreen perennial
2 feet high
Used in borders, planters.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Erect, clumping habit. 2" light yellow flowers with maroon blotches on three-parted flowers that bloom summer to fall at
2-week intervals.
Dietes bicolor 'Liz's Selection'
Evergreen perennial
2-3 feet
Use in foundation or mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Sturdy dark green clumps to 2'. Larger than typical creamy yellow fls with dark maroon petal blotches.
Dietes grandiflora
African iris
Evergreen perennial
To 3'+
Use in mixed or foundation plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Tough clumps with dark narrow leaves. Large white flowers with yellow centers in spring and summer.
Fortnight lily
Fortnight lily
Fortnight lily
Fortnight lily
Fortnight lily
Digitalis x mertonensis
Strawberry foxglove
Evergreen perennial
3 feet stems of flowers
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rosettes of attractive, large leaves. Large rose-pink flowers marked with white and brown bloom in summer.
Digitalis obscura
Narrow-leaved foxglove
Evergreen perennial
18"
Use in dry borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact shrublet with erect stems carries drooping burnt orange bells in summer. Good in rock gardens and
occasionally watered borders.
Digitalis purpurea 'Foxy'
Common foxglove
Evergreen perennial
3 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rosettes of attractive, large leaves. Flowers purple, rose, pink, white.
Digitalis purpurea ssp. heywoodii
Foxglove
Evergreen perennial
3' stems
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
This common foxglove has greyer than typical leaves, and the usual attractive spikes of light pink to creamy white
drooping bell flowers.
Digitalis sibirica
Foxglove
Evergreen perennial
4'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dark green leaves are good background for narrow spires of creamy flowers that rise in spring and early summer.
Digitalis thapsi
Foxglove
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use in flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
More compact than the typical foxglove, this species has firmer leaves, and clear pink fls. on 2'+ stems in spring. Easily
perennial.
Digitalis trojana
Helen of Troy foxglove
Evergreen perennial
24-30"
Use in mixed plantings, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Shiny dark green leaves stay in a low rosette; spikes to 2 feet carry creamy white flowers intricately marked with rust
and gold.
Digitalis thapsi 'Spanish Peaks' TM
Foxglove
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tidy perennial foxglove has felted leaves and is smaller in scale than common foxglove. Rose purple fls. in spring.
Dilatris ixioides
2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Diplolaena angustifolia 'Orange Urchin'
Yanchep rose
Evergreen shrub
3'
Use in rockeries, dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction. Airy shrub displays showy orange "pincushion" flower heads in late winter and early
spring.
Diplolaena dampieri 'Feather Duster'
Evergreen shrub
3'+high/ 6'+w
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms intro. Tight pendant brushes of burnt orange fls are carried on stems in winter and spring. Dense
bush, long bloom.
Distichlis spicata
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade.
Distictis buccinatoria
Blood red trumpet vine
Evergreen vine
20 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Vigorous large vine for walls and sturdy fences. Closely-branched, rapid- grower. 4" red-orange trumpet flowers.
Distictis laxiflora
Vanilla trumpet vine
Evergreen vine
20'
Use on trellis or fence in frost free area.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Glossy leaves are attractive on vanilla trumpet vine. Pale violet trumpet flowers fade to cream in a long bloom season.
Protect from hard frost.
Distictis 'Rivers'
Royal trumpet vine
Evergreen vine
15 feet + high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Evergreen, vigorous with clean, shiny leaves. Bright rosy mauve trumpet-like flowers. Protect from hard frost.
Dorycnium hirsutum
Evergreen perennial
to 2'
Use in mixed plantings, dry gardens and borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dracocephalum botryoides
...
Dracocephalum rupestre
Deciduous perennial
1'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low clumps of dark green leaves; dense heads of showy blue purple flowers held on almost leafless stalks in summer.
Drepanostachyum hookerianum--green form
Bamboo
to 30'
Use as graceful screen, large accent plant.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Billowy clumping bamboo with dark green culms and graceful form.
Drepanostachyum khasianum
Clumping bamboo
Bamboo
12'+
Use for screen or background plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping. Glossy green culms have subtle maroon coloring above the nodes. Compact form, with relatively small
leaves.
Drepanostachyum sengteeanum (falconeri)
Bamboo
15-20'+
Use for graceful screen, or focal point.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Very graceful clumping bamboo. Slender arching green stems, narrow bright green leaves. Protect from hot afternoon
sun.
Drepanostachyum sengteeanum 'Ocean Spray'
Bamboo
to 20'
Use in graceful screen, for great texture.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Tightly clumping bamboo has bright green culms. This selection has lusher, darker green leaves than the typical form,
and looks better in winter.
Drimys lanceolata
Mountain pepper
Evergreen shrub
8 feet high, 6 feet wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Red-tinged glossy leaves, dark red bark. Dense evergreen shrub looks neat all year, small white flowers in spring.
Drimys winteri--multi-trunked
Winter's bark
Evergreen tree
To 20' high
Small specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Crooked branches with aromatic bark, mahogany in color. Fragrant white flowers in early spring.
Drimys winteri var. chilense
Winter's bark
Evergreen shrub
15'+
Can be grown as shrub or small tree.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Starry white flowers are borne in profusion in spring along the branches of this distinctive shrub/small tree.
Drosanthemum micans
Succulent perennial
5"
Use as groundcover, in dry gardens or on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Matting succulent with low leaves; vivid yellow flowers open from bright red buds. Summer bloom.
Dryopteris arguta
Evergreen fern
1-3 feet tall
Good for shade gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
CA native. Erect, lacy fronds from creeping rhizomes are evergreen.
Dryopteris cycadina
Shaggy shield fern
Fern
2'h
Use in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0degFronds erect and arching, forming a vase shaped clump in time. New growth in spring is distinctive, covered with dark
scales. Semi-evergreen.
Dryopteris dilatata
Fern/Fernlike Plant
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0degTo 4'. Broad, bright green lacy, triangular fronds.
Dryopteris erythrosora
Evergreen fern
1 foot high
Good for shade gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Evergreen, forming compact colonies. Glossy fronds with bronze new growth.
Autumn fern
Dryopteris filix-mas
Deciduous fern
1'h
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0deg-
Male fern
Dudleya attenuata
Succulent perennial
6"h
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dudleya brittonii
Live-forever
Succulent perennial
6'+
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Ghostly Baja California native has large rosettes of powdery white leaves. Pale yellow flowers on 1-3' stems in spring.
Dudleya brittonii--green form
Live forever
Succulent perennial
12-18" h/w
Use in dry gardens, containers, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Green rosettes grow to an impressive size on this succulent from Baja California and Mexico. Pale yellow flowers
appear on long stems in spring.
Dudleya [brittonii x cymosa]
1-2'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dudleya caespitosa
Succulent perennial
4" high
Use in rock gardens, containers, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Clumping tight grey rosettes slowly expand. Spikes of yellow flowers in spring. Coastal southern California native.
Dudleya caespitosa [x cymosa]
6"h
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Dense clusters of succulent rosettes, orange fls. Spreading.
Dudleya cymosa
Live-forever
Succulent perennial
6 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Calif. coastal native. Succulent rosettes 4-12" flowers stems with clusters of yellow to red flowers.
Dudleya cymosa ssp. pumila
Succulent perennial
6"h
Use in containers, rock gardens, dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Petite green to purplish rosettes to 5 inches across display many branched clusters of golden orange flowers in spring.
Dudleya edulis
San Gabriel mountains dudley
Succulent perennial
6"h
Use in containers, dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Tight clumps of cylindrical, succulent light green leaves; long stems of creamy white flowers in summer.
Dudleya farinosa
Cliff lettuce
Succulent perennial
to 1'h
Use in containers, rock gardens, for edging.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Native to coastal California, this succulent makes tidy green or grey rosettes in clumps. Pale yellow fls. appear on spikes
in spring.
Dudleya hassei
Live-forever
Succulent perennial
Stems to 1' high
Used in borders, on banks and as a small-scale ground cover.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Forms small colonies from prostrate trunks. Dense clusters of cylindrical leaves, pinkish stems, light yellow flowers.
Dudleya lanceolata
Live-forever
Succulent perennial
1'h/w
Use on banks, in containers and rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Grey-silver rosettes put up 12-18" flowering stems with bright yellow fls. in summer. CA native.
Dudleya pulverulenta
Live-forever
Succulent perennial
1 foot high and wide
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Broad rosettes of succulent leaves covered with chalky silvery-grey wax are quite striking. Pale yellow flowers.
Duranta repens 'Sarasota'
Sky flower
Evergreen shrub
5-12'
Use as shrub or small tree in protected areas.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Thin spikes with bright blue violet flowers appear in the warm months on this central American shrub. Must have
protection from hard frost in winter.
Duranta repens 'Silver Lace'
Evergreen shrub
4'+
Use in protected areas, for bold display.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Cream and green leaves present a bright light appearance; spikes of blue violet flowers in late summer.
Duranta repens 'Variegata'
Evergreen shrub
4'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Bright yellow and green leaves on an easy shrub; spikes of blue flowers in summer.
Pride of Tenerife
Tower of jewels
Echium wildpretii
Tower of jewels
Biennial
Up to 8' high
Use it as a decorative specimen, on banks, in rockery.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Spectacular crown of grey sword-shaped leaves up to 12" long in first year. In second spring, sends up "tower"
w/hundreds of small rose-pink flowers.
Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Gold Rush' COPF
Paper Bush
Deciduous shrub
5-6'
Shade gardens, woodland or mixed borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Distinctively branched upright shrub. Papery bark, long leaves, clusters of yellow flowers in early spring. Best in a
sheltered position.
Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Rubra'
Paper bush
Deciduous shrub
To5-6'
Use in shade gardens, as specimen.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Daphne-like shrub. Grey-green leaves, clustered red&yellow flowers at the tips of branches in early spring.
Edraianthus graminifolius
Evergreen perennial
To 6"h/1'w
Perennial border
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Campanula relative. Low, narrow leaves form hummocks of deep green lvs. Deep purple bell flowers bloom late
spring-summer.
Edraianthus pumilio
Evergreen perennial
Low
rock gardens
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Campanula relative. Low, tight tuft of silvery leaves. Purple bell flowers in summer.
Elaeagnus x ebbingei 'Gilt Edge'
Evergreen shrub
6-10'h
Use for screening, large scale plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Tough, durable shrub with broad yellow-banded leaves is an attractive hedge or screening plant. Small silvery fls. in fall
have carrying fragrance.
Elegia capensis
Restio
To 6'+
Use in mixed plantings, poolside plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Erect wiry green stems with large bracts in thick clumps arch gracefully. Chaffy flowers at shoot tips. Forms dense
thickets, but does not run.
Barrenwort
6-12"
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0degEpimedium x perralchicum 'Frohnleiten'
Evergreen perennial
6-12"
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0degDivided lvs. with wiry stems form a wide patch in time; large yellow fls. appear in spring. New spring leaves reddish.
Slow to moderate in growth.
Epimedium pinnatum--bright yellow
Barrenwort
Evergreen perennial
6-12 inches high + wide
For shady borders, ground cover.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Broad carpets with beautiful leaves, bright yellow flowers.
Epimedium pinnatum ssp. colchicum
Barrenwort
Evergreen perennial
6-12"
Use in woodland and shade gardens.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0degWiry stems hold tough,broad, divided leaves; short spikes of yellow flowers are bright in early spring. Slowly spreading
woodland groundcover.
Epimedium pubigerum 'Orangekoningin'
6-12"
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0degEpimedium x rubrum
Barrenwort
Deciduous perennial
6-12 inches high + wide
For shady borders, ground cover.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Broad carpets with beautiful leaves, delicate flowers, fine fall color.
Eremophila glabra
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Eremophila maculata 'Aurea'
Emu bush
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use in dry gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Austrialian shrub has tidy, rounded habit. Bright yellow fls are carried along the stems in the warm months of the year.
Provide good air circulation.
Eremophila racemosa
Easter egg bush
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use on dry banks, in borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Long bloom season on this durable Australian shrub. Flowers start golden, then age to dark pink.
Erica canaliculata 'Rosea'
Heather
Evergreen shrub
6-8'
Use as foundation plant or in mixed border.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bushy, loose shrub to 6', taller than wide. Masses of small pink flowers in fall and winter. Great cut flower.
Erica canaliculata 'Rubra'
Christmas heather
Evergreen shrub
6 feet + high
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bushy, billowy shrub with fine foliage has upright habit. Masses of tiny rose-pink flowers are held along the stems in the
winter months.
Erica carnea 'Loughrigg'
Scotch heather
Evergreen shrub
Use in foundation plantings, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low dark green mound; many dark pink flowers winter-spring.
Erica carnea 'Myretoun Ruby'
Winter heath
Evergreen shrub
6"h/12-18"w
Use in rock gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLow, mounding shrublet has dark green needle-like leaves; rose pink flowers darken to ruby red. Blooms winter to
spring.
Erica carnea 'Purple Beauty'
Winter heather
Evergreen shrub
1'h/2'w
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low, mounding shrub makes tidy mound of narrow dark green lvs; spikes of dark purple flowers in summer-fall.
Erica carnea 'Springwood Pink'
Evergreen shrub
1'h/2'w
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLow, mounding heather with dark green leaves; spikes of clear pink flowers.
Erica carnea 'Springwood White'
1'h/2'w
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low, mounding; dark green lvs; white fls. winter-spring.
Erica carnea 'Vivellii'
Spring heather
Evergreen shrub
1' high, 3-4' wide
For borders, large rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Mounding growth. Dark evergreen foliage. Tiny deep pink flowers.
Erica x darleyensis 'Alba Mollis'
Heather
Evergreen shrub
1' high, 3-4' wide
For borders, large rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Mounding growth. Dark evergreen foliage. Winter to early spring bloom.
Irish heather
Use in mixed plantings.
Interior goldenbush
Erigeron x moerheimii
Evergreen perennial
6-12" high, 3' wide
For borders, banks and walls.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Trailing stems, dense foliage. Masses of pinkish lavender flowers most of the year.
Erigeron 'Olga'
Evergreen perennial
6"+h
Use as edging, in mixed plantings or flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low tight clumps of shiny green leaves carry bright lavender flowers on short stems in spring and summer.
Erigeron species--Sonora Pass
Evergreen perennial
12-16"
Use in mixed plantings, dry borders.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Long green leaves stay low and form a neat clump; lavender daisy flowers held well over the foliage in summer. CA
native.
Erigeron 'W. R.'
Fleabane hybrid
Evergreen perennial
6-12" high, 2' wide
For borders, and banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low crowns of grey-green leaves. Upright flower sprays, large lavender "daisy" flowers with yellow centers, bloom
summer-fall.
Eriocephalus ericoides
Evergreen shrub
2'h
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Eriodictyon californicum
Yerba santa
Evergreen shrub
3-6'h
Use on banks, in dry borders or for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Spreading by underground roots, this CA shrub is often used to stabilize banks. Shiny green leaves, lavender flowers in
spring. Open habit.
Eriogonum arborescens
Santa Cruz Is. buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
3-5 feet high and wide
For borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Narrow greyish foliage on vase shaped shrub; creamy pink, flat flower heads in summer. Buckwheats are great for
beneficial insects. CA native.
Eriogonum x blissianum
Buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
3-5'h
Use on dry banks, in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Narrowly oval blue-grey leaves on an upright shrub; wide heads of creamy white flowers in summer and fall. Hybrid of
E. arborescens and E. giganteum.
Eriogonum crocatum
Saffron buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
1-2 feet high and wide
Use for borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Silvery evergreen leaves on low mounding shrub. Chartreuse-yellow flowers in summer. CA native.
Eriogonum elongatum
Buckwheat
Evergreen perennial
2'+h
Use on banks, in dry borders and for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Compact leafy mounds to 1'; slender grey fl. stems rise in summer to 3' and round heads of pinkish white fls. appear
along the stems. CA native.
Eriogonum fasciculatum 'Theodore Payne'
Buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
1'h/3-6'w
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dark green low mat carries round clusters of pink fls in summer. Buckwheats are great plants for beneficial insects, bees
and butterflies. CA native.
Eriogonum fasciculatum var. foliolosum
California buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Use on banks, in dry gardens and for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Sturdy shrub with narrow green lvs makes a compact mound. Balls of pinkish white flowers in early summer age to
rusty brown. Great bee/insect plant.
Eriogonum fasciculatum var. polifolium
California buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
24-30 inches high
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Shrubby buckwheat has sturdy erect stems lined with narrow green leaves; heads of white flowers cover the leaves in
early summer. CA native.
Eriogonum fasciculatum 'Warriner Lytle'
Buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
18"h/4'+w
Use on banks or in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Low dark green buckwheat with interlaced branches makes dense, spreading, durable groundcover. Pinkish white
flowers age to rust. CA native.
Eriogonum giganteum
St. Catherine's lace
Evergreen shrub
5'+h/w
For dry borders, banks, naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Upright shrub with bold greyish leaves makes huge, nearly flat heads of cream flowers in summer. Spectacular bloom is
long lasting. CA native.
Eriogonum grande var. rubescens
Red buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
1-2'h
Use in dry gardens, in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Mounding buckwheat to 1-2'. Bright rose flowers in round heads in summer attract beneficial insects. Grey leaves.
Eriogonum grande var. rubescens 'Ruby'
Red buckwheat
Evergreen shrub
1-2 feet high and wide
Use for borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Low grey leaves make dense mound; soft pink to dark pinkish red flowers are held in round clusters over the stems in
summer. CA native.
Eriogonum latifolium
Chalk buckwheat
Evergreen perennial
1-2'h
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Grey leaves form a dense low cushion. Rounded heads of creamy white flowers appear in summer. Great nectar plant for
native bees. Coastal CA native.
Eriogonum parvifolium
Evergreen shrub
2'h
Use on banks, in mixed plantings and in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Coastal CA buckwheat has wedge shaped green leaves and round heads of pink flowers in summer. Stems are
intertwined to form a dense low shrub.
Sea holly
Eryngium variifolium
Sea holly
Evergreen perennial
To 2'
Flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Glossy green basal leaves have distinctive white markings; spiny flower heads are whitish. Summer bloom.
Erysimum asperum
Wallflower
Biennial
2'+h
Use on banks, in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10degLow leafy rosettes give rise to tall stems with light lemon yellow, scented flowers in spring and summer.
Erysimum 'Bowles' Mauve'
3'+h
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10deg-
Erysimum concinnum
Pt Reyes wallflower
Evergreen perennial
1'+h
Use in dry borders, on banks and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Large cream flowers on spikes are sweetly fragrant in spring on this low CA native perennial.
Erysimum kotschyanum
3-5"
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10degMatting wallflower. Low green leaves, orange fls, spring.
Erysimum menziesii
Coastal wallflower
Evergreen perennial
1'+h
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Low tight mounds of dark green narrow leaves; heads of fragrant, small bright yellow fls. emerge from red buds. Very
long bloom with moderate water.
Erysimum pulchellum
Wallflower
Evergreen perennial
6 inches high
For borders, banks, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense, soft mat. Dark evergreen foliage. Fragrant orange flowers.
Erythrina x bidwillii
Deciduous shrub
10 feet + high
Showy specimen shrub/tree.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Bold treelike growth. Dark evergreen leaves. Spikes of glowing red flowers in summer.
Coral tree
Escallonia laevis
Pink escallonia
Evergreen shrub
12'+
Use as hedge, screen, foundation plant.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degFast, leafy shrub makes an attractive bronzy large mound. Clusters of pink buds open to light pink flowers.
Escallonia 'Lou Allen'
Dwarf escallonia
Evergreen shrub
3-4 feet tall
Specimen shrub, foundation plant.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense, mounding growth. Shiny evergreen leaves. Dark pink flowers.
Escallonia 'Red Elf'
Evergreen shrub
To 4-5' x 8'+
Use it for foundation plantings, hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense shrub with slender, rather stiff branches, glossy pointed leaves, and clusters of red flowers at the shoot tips in
summer.
Escallonia rubra
Evergreen shrub
5 to 10 feet tall
Specimen shrub, hedge.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Sturdy, upright growth. Large glossy leaves. Deep rose-pink flowers.
Red escallonia
Wood spurge
Euphorbia mellifera
Evergreen shrub
6'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Wide leaved euphorbia makes 5' shrub. Spring flowers are honey scented and mature to warty seed capsules. Protect
from hard frost.
Euphorbia myrsinites
Ornamental spurge
Evergreen perennial
Up to 1' high, 3' broad
Striking accent plant; also useful in borders, on banks
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Thick, prostrate stems radiate from a central crown. Silvery leaves, clusters of yellow-bracted flowers in spring. ALL
PARTS POISONOUS!
Euphorbia nicaeensis
Evergreen perennial
1-2'
Use in dry borders, rock gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low perennial with triangular grey-green leaves and semi erect stems. Bright chartreuse fls. in heads in spring.
Euphorbia polychroma
Euphorbia
Deciduous perennial
8-12 inches high
Used in borders, on banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping, with dark green leaves, yellow flower bracts, good fall color. ALL PARTS POISONOUS!
Euphorbia sikkimensis
Deciduous perennial
3'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
New shoots are a striking red; slender stems to 3' carry chartreuse flowers in summer. Spreads somewhat at the root, but
is not overpowering.
Euphorbia wallichii
Deciduous perennial
3'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Stems to 3' carry fresh dark green leaves and bright heads of yellow flowers in midsummer. Best in moist fertile soil.
Euryops lateriflorus
3'
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Euryops tysonii
Evergreen shrub
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Hardy South African daisy shrub carries cheery bright yellow flowers in summer and fall.
Euryops virgineus
Honey euryops
Evergreen shrub
3-5' high and wide
Use in mixed plantings for quick color.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
South African shrub has willowy branches covered with tiny green leaves. Heads of small bright yellow daisies are
carried at stem tips winter- spring.
Falkia repens
Evergreen perennial
5"
Use as wide spreading groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Vigorous spreading mat with shiny green leaves; white rounded fls. are similar to morning glories. Summer fls. are
pinkish in bud.
Fallugia paradoxa
Apache plume
Evergreen shrub
4-6' by 5'
Use on dry banks, for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
White flowers in spring are followed by showy, feathery, pinkish seed heads; native to mountains of higher deserts in
California and the southwest.
Umbrella bamboo
Fargesia nitida
Fountain bamboo
Bamboo
Up to 10' high and wide
Useful as a specimen shrub, for screens, tubs.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Elegant clumping bamboo, making fountains with dark, slender stems. Dark green upper leaf surface, blue undersides
give a glittering effect.
Fargesia nitida 'Anceps'
Fountain bamboo
Bamboo
12'
Use as screen, focal point, in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
This form of fountain bamboo has smaller leaves than some, and is more tolerant of summer heat. Dark culms, graceful
form. Clumping.
Fargesia nitida 'Eisenach'
6-12'
Most soils. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Fountain bamboo. 12', clumping, for shade. Dark culms.
Fargesia papyrifera
Bamboo
15'+h
Use in screens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Clumping bamboo; new culms blue grey, then age to yellowish, large sprays of leaves.
Fargesia robusta
Bamboo
10'+h
Use in mixed plantings, for screening or lush effect..
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bright green culms have large creamy white bracts when they are young. Habit of this clumping bamboo is fairly
upright.
x Fatshedera lizei
to 5'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Fatsia japonica 'Variegata'
Japanese aralia
Evergreen shrub
To 8'h
Use for bold display in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large variegated leaves create dramatic effects in containers or the ground. Creamy fls. in fall can develop black fruits.
Control snails/slugs.
Feijoa sellowiana
Pineapple guava
Evergreen shrub
10-20 feet high + wide
Showy specimen shrub, can be used for hedge, screening.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense grey-green shrub has edible red flowers in spring that mature to delicious fruit in fall. Useful as foundation shrub
or for screen.
Feijoa sellowiana 'Mammoth'
Pineapple guava
Evergreen shrub
To 10'
Foundations, hedging or fruit production.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense, grey leaved shrub. Pretty red flowers develop into large, green skinned, tasty fruits. Self fertile.
Festuca californica
California fescue
Grass
3-5'
Use on banks, under trees and in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Elegant native grass forms green clumps to 2'h/3'w. Airy flower stems rise to 4-5' in spring. Grows on north slopes
under trees in nature.
Festuca californica 'Blue Fountain'
Grass
3-4 feet tall
For borders, meadows.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Large clumping bunchgrass. Bright evergreen leaves. Tall, wandlike flower stems.
California fescue
Idaho fescue
Festuca mairei
Atlas fescue
Grass
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Durable greyish green mound is evergreen in mild areas; flower stems in summer are subtle. Adaptable throughout
California, except for desert areas.
Festuca mairei--showy flower form
2-3'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Atlas fescue. 2-3'. Narrow light green lvs, tidy clumps.
Festuca rubra
1'h
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Festuca rubra 'Jughandle'
Red fescue
Grass
1 foot high
Used in borders, meadows.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
An unusually fine-leaved, blue-grey selection of red fescue, making dense, low hummocks. Needs some irrigation in hot
summer areas.
Hair fescue
Strawberry
Fragaria 'Chaval'
Strawberry
Evergreen perennial
3-4" high x 3' wide
Groundcover, spills over planter box.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush carpets of shiny evergreen foliage. Many plantlets are formed on runners and quickly fill area. White flowers
bloom spring-summer.
Fragaria chiloensis 'Green Pastures'
Strawberry
Evergreen perennial
6" high x 3' wide
Groundcover
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush carpets of shiny, thick, evergreen foliage. Many plantlets are formed on runners and quickly fill area. White
flowers bloom spring and summer.
Maiden's wreath
Francoa sonchifolia
Evergreen perennial
1-3 feet tall
For borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Evergreen clumps. Interesting leaves, wandlike stems of pink flowers in summer.
Maiden's wreath
Franklinia alatamaha
Franklin tree
Deciduous tree
Up to15-30 feet high
Showy specimen tree.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dark green leaves can turn bright red in fall. Fragrant white 5 petalled flowers in summer. Extinct in its native Georgia
habitat.
Fraxinus dipetala
Flowering ash
Deciduous tree
To 15' x 15'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bright divided leaves; fragrant white flowers appear in dense clusters in spring. CA native can be grown as tree or
shrub.
Freesia alba
6-12"
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Freesia fucata
6-12"
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Fremontodendron hyb. 05-04
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degFremontodendron hyb. 05-05
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degFremontodendron hyb. 05-06
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degFremontodendron hyb. 07-01
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degFremontodendron hyb. 07-02
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degFremontodendron hyb. 07-03
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degFremontodendron hyb. 07-04
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degFremontodendron hyb. 07-05
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15deg-
Tree fuchsia
Hardy fuchsia
Blanketflower
1-2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Galium odoratum
Sweet woodruff
Deciduous perennial
Low, spreading
Groundcover, woodland plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense carpeting perennial with narrow, whorled green leaves has tiny white flowers in spring and summer. Foliage is
fragrant.
Galtonia candicans
Summer hyacinth
Bulbous perennial
3 feet + high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Clumping, with 1-2' leaves, elegant tall stems of white flowers in summer.
Galtonia viridiflora
Summer hyacinth
Bulbous perennial
3'+h
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degRobust stems of bright green bell-shaped flowers are produced in mid summer on this durable perennial.
Galvezia (Gambelia) speciosa
Island snapdragon
Evergreen shrub
3-4'h
Use on banks, in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Mounding shrub with light green leaves and many bright red flowers in summer.
Galvezia (Gambelia) speciosa ['Boca Rosa']
Island snapdragon
Evergreen shrub
3-4'h
Use on banks, in dry borders, and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
3'. Rounded bushy shrub with arching stems, many red tubular flowers and light green leaves. Best with some summer
water.
Galvezia (Gambelia) speciosa 'Firecracker'
Evergreen shrub
3-4 feet high and wide
Used for borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense, billowy growth. Evergreen foliage. Bright red flowers in fall. CA native.
Island snapdragon
Garrya fremontii
10'+h
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degGaultheria hookeri
Chinese wintergreen
Evergreen shrub
2-3'h/3-4'w
Use in shade gardens and mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Drooping white bell flowers develop into a succession of blue, purple and mauve fruits. Low evergreen mound.
Gaultheria miqueliana
Evergreen shrub
1'
Use in shade gardens, for groundcover or edging.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low spreading evergreen shrub for shade has tidy dark leaves. White urn-shaped spring flowers mature to white berries
in fall.
Gaultheria procumbens
Wintergreen
Evergreen shrub
1'
Use in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low, dense evergreen shrub; 1" dark green, tough textured leaves, white flowers are followed by red berries.
Gaultheria shallon
Salal
Evergreen shrub
2-5 feet high + wide
Used as a ground cover.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Shiny green leathery leaves on erect stems, White urn shaped flowers, purple berries. Spreading. CA native.
Gaura lindheimeri
Evergreen perennial
3'+
Banks, borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Easy perennial with low clumps of leaves. Many thin stems carry white flowers spring to fall.
Gaura lindheimeri 'Rosyjane'
Gaura
Deciduous perennial
To 2'
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Selection of the long blooming gaura has red purple flushed leaves and bicolored flowers on long stems. White petals
have wide rosy edges.
Gaura lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink'
Pink gaura
Evergreen perennial
3-4 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy habit. Arching, wand-like stems, narrow, shiny, red-tinged leaves. Clusters of deep pink, narrow-petalled flowers
in long succession.
Gaura lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Snow' TM
Evergreen perennial
1- 2'
Use in borders, on banks, and mixed plantings.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Suncrest introduction. Sport of G. l. 'Siskiyou Pink' has the compact habit of that cultivar, with abundant white flowers
for a long season.
Gaura lindheimeri 'Summer Clouds'
White gaura
Evergreen perennial
3-6 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy habit. Arching, wand-like stems, narrow, shiny leaves. Clusters of white, narrow-petalled flowers in long
succession from pink buds.
Gazania linearis
Hardy gazania
Evergreen perennial
10"
Use as edging, in flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Hardy gazania has the typical low, sturdy form of the species; bright yellow daisy flowers appear among dark green lvs.
in summer and fall.
Gazania 'Slate'
Evergreen perennial
4-8"
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Silvery-grey leaves are a good backdrop for the large daisy flowers. Petals are creamy white with red central zone; fl.
center is vivid yellow.
Genista lydia
Dwarf broom
Deciduous shrub
1-2 feet high
For borders, ground cover.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Forming dense, wiry, arching mound. Nearly leafless stems. Bright clear yellow flowers cover the branches in spring.
Genista pilosa
Deciduous shrub
1'+h/4-5'w
Use on banks, for groundcover.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Thin green stems form densely interlaced low mass, and are covered with bright yellow pea flowers in spring.
Gentiana cruciata
1'+
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degGentiana dinarica
Gentian
Deciduous perennial
6"h
Use in rock gardens, containers, for bold display.
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLow clumping perennial produces deep blue, up-facing trumpet fls. in summer over shiny green leaves. Easy and
vigorous.
Gentiana scabra var. procumbens
Gentian
Deciduous perennial
6-12 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low dense mound of shiny, deep green leaves; bright true-blue trumpets project upward in summer.
Gentiana sino-ornata
6-12"h
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Gentiana septemfida var. lagodechiana
Blooming Peren
6"h
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLarge bright blue flowers at ends of prostrate stems.
Gentiana sino-ornata
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Geranium 'Azure Rush' PP#22684
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Geranium 'Bertie Crug'
Evergreen perennial
6-8"h/2'+w
Use as groundcover, edging, or in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degRounded dark bronze leaves on spreading stems; vivid pinkish violet flowers are carried for a long season.
Geranium 'Blue Sunrise' PP#12955
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Geranium 'Brookside'
1-2'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degGeranium californicum
5-6"h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10degGeranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'
Hardy geranium
Evergreen perennial
1 foot high
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Many white to light pink flowers bloom spring-summer. Carpet forming with finely textured evergreen leaves.
Geranium 'Chocolate Candy'
Evergreen perennial
8-12"h
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
6". Clumping with dark chocolate colored leaves and pink flowers in summer.
Geranium cinereum 'Ballerina'
Hardy geranium
Evergreen perennial
6-12 inches high
For borders, rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tight, low clumps. Evergreen grey-green foliage. Nearly everblooming with pale flowers with dark centers and veins..
Geranium cinereum 'Laurence Flatman'
Evergreen perennial
6-12"h
Use in mixed plantings, for edging or in rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLow, tight clumps of silvery leaves, darker pink flowers than 'Ballerina' have very dark centers. Spring and summer
bloom.
Geranium cinereum var. subcaulescens
Hardy geranium
Evergreen perennial
6-12 inches high
For borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tight, low clumps. Evergreen, dark green foliage. Nearly everblooming with rich deep pink flowers with dark centers..
Geranium cinereum v. subcaulescens 'Splendens'
6-12"h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLow, compact clumps; dark magenta flowers.
Geranium clarkei 'Kashmir Purple'
Deciduous perennial
1'+
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Finely divided leaves, spreading clumps. Rich purple fls. in spring and early summer.
Geranium endressei 'Wargrave Pink'
Evergreen perennial
6-12 inches high
For borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bushy, mounding growth. Lush foliage, clear pink flowers spring through summer.
Hardy geranium
Hardy geranium
Hardy geranium
Geranium richardsonii
Hardy geranium
Evergreen perennial
6-12"
Use in mixed plantings, among shrubs and for edging.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degWestern U.S. native geranium forms leafy clumps to 12-18"; bright white flowers appear throughout the year.
Geranium x riversleaianum 'Mavis Simpson'
Evergreen perennial
6'h/2'w
Borders, flower beds.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Foliage rosette with silvery green leaves; spreading stems with light pink flowers all summer.
Geranium x riversleaianum 'Russell Pritchard'
Evergreen perennial
1-2 feet high
For borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy growth. Attractive dark leaves. Many purplish red flowers in summer.
Hardy geranium
Geranium robustum
2-3'/3'+
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Shrubby geranium with grey cut leaves and many lavender fls.
Geranium 'Rozanne' PP#12175
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLow mounding geranium is distinguished by a bright lavender blue flowers and a very long bloom season.
Geranium sanguineum
Deciduous perennial
6-12" high, 2' wide
For borders, rock gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low carpets. Attractive dark leaves. Blood-red flowers in summer.
Bloody geranium
Hardy geranium
Hardy geranium
Geranium 'Stanhoe'
Cranesbill
Evergreen perennial
Under 1' high, up to 3' broad
Beautiful in borders, banks, shade gardens, rock walls.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Matting to mounding plant with dense, unusually colored foliage, sprays of light pink flowers in summer.
Geranium sylvaticum 'Birch Lilac'
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degBright lilac flowers appear over soft light grey green leaves in spring on this easy perennial.
Geranium
x Gordlinia grandiflora
to 20'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Gordonia axillaris
Gordonia
Evergreen shrub
10-30' tall and wide
Use it as a specimen shrub, train as small tree.
Light acid soil. . Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Beautiful bushy shrub with thick, deep green leaves up to 6" long. Clusters of snow-white, camellia-like blossoms with
orange stamens in early spring.
Gordonia lasianthus
Evergreen tree
To 50'+
bold display
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Sun/light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tree to 50'+; 6" dark, glossy leaves, large white flowers.
Graptopetalum paraguayense
Ghost plant
Succulent perennial
5" high
Use in containers, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Thick grey succulent leaves on dense rosettes; forming loose mats. Rosy tints on new growth. Yellow flowers in spring.
Graptosedum 'Vera Higgins'
Succulent perennial
6"h/1-2'w
Use in containers, for edging or in small scale plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Small reddish bronze rosettes are held at the tips of short stems. Yellow flowers in summer. Protect from hard frost.
Graptoveria 'Debbie'
Succulent perennial
6"
Use in containers, for edging and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Thick blue-grey/smokey purple succulent leaves in tidy rosettes; spikes of peach colored fls in summer. Protect from
hard frost.
Grevillea alpina 'East Grampians'
Evergreen shrub
2'h/4'+w
Specimen shrub, bank cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Mounding growth. Fuzzy bright green leaves, orange and yellow flowers in late winter, spring.
Grevillea
Grevillea 'Constance'
Grevillea
Evergreen shrub
8 feet+ high,12 feet wide
Dramatic specimen shrub, tall screen.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Tough, vigorous, takes shearing well. Orange-red flowers bloom over a long season. Narrow green leaves.
Grevillea 'Firesprite'--staked
9-12'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
9-12'; narrowly divided green leaves, bright red flowers.
Grevillea x gaudichaudii
Evergreen shrub
3inches high,12 feet wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Prostrate, very widely spreading. Reddish new growth, dark red flowers.
Grevillea
Grevillea
Grevillea
Gunnera
Gunnera manicata
Giant rhubarb
Deciduous perennial
6-8'
Use for bold display, water gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Truly huge perennial with giant leaves and prickly stems. Can reach 10' wide. Good poolside plant. Evergreen in frost
free areas.
Gypsophila cerastioides
6-12"h
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Gypsophila repens 'Alba'
Creeping baby's breath
Deciduous perennial
6-12 inches high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Trailing plant. Dense foliage. Small white flowers, spring through summer.
Gypsophila repens 'Rosea'
Creeping baby's breath
Deciduous perennial
6-12 inches high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Trailing plant. Dense foliage. Small bright pink flowers.
Habranthus brachyandrus
Rain lily
Bulbous perennial
6-10"
Use in mixed plantings, containers, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Spreading clumps of shiny dark green leaves. Upfacing trumpet flowers are light rose pink, with purple throat. Summer
bloom.
Habranthus robustus
Bulbous perennial
6-10" high flower stalk
For borders, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Makes dense carpets. Dark, clean foliage. Huge pink flowers.
Rain lily
Habranthus species--pink
Bulbous perennial
6-10" high flower stalk
For borders, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Makes dense carpets. Clean grey- green leaves, huge pink flowers.
Rain lily
Habranthus texanus
Rain lily
Bulbous perennial
6 inch high flower stalk
For borders, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense clumps of dark, clean foliage. Bright yellow crocus-like flowers with red petal backs are quite showy in
mid-summer.
Haemanthus albiflos
Bulbous perennial
12" high, 2' wide
Good for containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Clumping, with large, thick leaves and showy "brushes" of white flowers during winter.
Blood lily
Haemanthus katherinae
Bulbous perennial
3 feet + high
For borders, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Clumping growth. Huge, tropical- looking leaves with balls of red-orange flowers in summer.
Blood lily
Halimiocistus 'Ingwersenii'
Evergreen shrub
2'h/8'+w
Use as ground and bank cover.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degHybrid rockrose stays low and spreads to form a wide, dense mat. Pure white fls. in spring bloom for quite a while.
Halimiocistus sahucii
Evergreen shrub
1-2' high, 4-6' wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense prostrate growth. Clean, dark foliage covered with white flowers in spring.
Rockrose
Halimiocistus wintonensis
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
2 feet high, 3+ feet wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense, mounding growth. Soft, grey green leaves. Profuse display of white flowers with red central zone in spring.
Halimiocistus wintonensis 'Merrist Wood Cream'
Evergreen shrub
2'h
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degSmall grey green leaves on 2' shrub. Profuse spring bloom brings many creamy yellow flowers with reddish brown
central markings.
Halimium lasianthum
Rockrose
Evergreen shrub
2-3 feet high and wide
Use in dry borders, on banks, for groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense, mounding growth. Soft, grey green leaves. Bright yellow flowers in spring.
Halimium lasianthum 'Hannay Silver'
Evergreen shrub
2-3'h
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degSmall grey leaves on a low dense shrub; bright rich yellow 5 petaled flowers are abundant in spring.
Halimium lasianthum 'Sandling'
Evergreen shrub
2-3'h
Use in dry gardens, on banks and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degLow mounding shrub has grey leaves. Late spring flowers are bright yellow, with a small red spot on the base of each
petal.
Halimium lasianthum ssp. formosum
2-3'h
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15deg2'x4'; small grey leaves, red spot on bright yellow petals.
Halimium ocymoides
Evergreen shrub
2-3'h
Use in dry borders, on banks and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degSmall leaves make low grey mound; bright yellow spring flowers have red centers and are profuse.
Halimium x pauanum
Evergreen shrub
5-6'h/5'w
Use in mixed plantings and dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degTall grey shrub displays many bright yellow flowers in spring. Nice mixed with green leaved rockroses on banks.
Hardenbergia violacea 'Alba'
3'h/w
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Hardenbergia violacea 'Canoelands'
Evergreen vine
10'+
Use on walls, fences, trellis, for winter color.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Very narrow leaved form of this Australian vine. Bright blue-purple flowers are abundant in winter and early spring.
Hebe
Hebe 'Hinerua'
Whipcord hebe
Evergreen shrub
3' high, 5' wide
Use for tidy, neat form in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tiny leaves set on stiff upright stems are olive green in color. Plant keeps tidy habit all year. If flowers appear, they will
be white.
Hebe 'Sapphire'
Evergreen shrub
4'
Use in mixed plantings, shrub borders.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Neat green leaves look good all year; red winter flush. Purple flowers on dense spikes in summer.
Hebe [strictissima]
Evergreen shrub
4-6'
Use in borders, flower gardens, shrub borders.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Sturdy shrub is neat in appearance. Sparkling pink buds open to white flowers on dense spikes.
Hebe traversii
Evergreen shrub
5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
One of the hardier hebes, this neat shrub bears its spikes of pale lavender flowers in summer.
Hebe 'Turkish Delight'
Evergreen shrub
3'h/w
Use in mixed plantings, foundations.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Shiny red-purple new leaves are striking; lt. violet flower spikes appear in summer.
Hebe 'Watson's Pink'
Evergreen shrub
3'h/w
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens, foundations.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Rounded shrub produces bright pink flowers in spikes in early summer. Keeps good form all year.
Hebe 'White Heather'
3'h/w
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Hebe 'Wiri Blush'
3'h/w
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Hebe 'Wiri Joy'
3'h/w
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Hedychium coccineum
Flowering perennial
6-10 feet high
Use it for bold display.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense, tropical-looking thickets. Large, dark leaves. Orange-red flowers.
Hedychium coronarium
Flowering perennial
6-10 feet high
Use it for bold display.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense, tropical-looking thickets. Large, dark leaves. Fragrant white flowers.
Butterfly ginger
Hedychium densiflorum
6-10'h
Most soils. keep moist. Light shade.
Hedychium 'Elizabeth'
6-10'h
Most soils. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Ginger lily; 8'+; large leaves, fragrant peachy pink fls.
Hedychium flavum
Flowering perennial
6-10 feet high
Use it for bold display.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense, tropical-looking thickets. Lush foliage. Fragrant, yellow flowers.
Ginger lily
Hedychium gardnerianum
Flowering perennial
5 feet high
Use it for bold display.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense, tropical-looking thickets. Lush foliage. Fragrant, yellow flowers.
Kahili ginger
Hedychium greenei
Ginger lily
Evergreen perennial
5 feet high
Use it for bold display.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense, tropical-looking thickets. Dark, red-tinged leaves, with deep red undersides; orange-red flowers in summer.
Hedychium hybrid--peach
6'
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Hedychium hybrids
6'
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Hedychium 'Kewense'
Evergreen perennial
6-7'
Use in shade gardens or warm sheltered spots.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Vigorous ginger grows to 7' and produces bright coral pink fls in summer. Best in warm spot, but not in hot sun. Protect
from hard frost.
Hedychium 'Kin Kaku'
Ginger lily
Flowering perennial
Up to 6' tall
Use it for large borders, shade gardens, tubs.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lush, tropical-looking thickets. Dark, narrow leaves, fragrant, light peach flowers in summer and fall.
Hedychium spicatum
3'
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Helenium bigelovii
Bigelow's sneezeweed
Deciduous perennial
2'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large yellow daisy flowers are held over lush green leaves in summer on this California native from mountain meadows.
Helenium 'Chelsey' PP#16332
2'+
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Helenium hoopesii
Mountain sneezeweed
Deciduous perennial
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Found in mountain meadows, this perennial has shiny low leaves. Stems of golden daisies appear in spring and summer.
Helianthemum nummularium 'Annabel'
Evergreen shrub
Low
borders
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10degLow grey mats with many double medium rose pink flowers in spring.
Sunrose
Sunrose
Sunrose
Sunrose
Sunrose
Sunrose
Lenten rose
Daylily
Use in flower gardens.
Daylily
Daylily
Daylily
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Daylily
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Daylily
Daylily
Daylily
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Daylily
Use in mixed plantings.
Daylily
Daylily
Daylily
Daylily
Use in mixed plantings.
Hemerocallis 'Plush'
Daylily
Deciduous perennial
2 feet high and wide
For perennial borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Semidwarf selection. Neat clumps, long season, deep rose flowers.
Hemerocallis 'Pure Light'
Daylily
Deciduous perennial
2-4 feet tall and wide
For perennial borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Vigorous selection. Attractive foliage, large deep red flowers.
Hemerocallis 'Quick Results'
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLemon yellow flowers, green throat. Semi-evergreen.
Daylily
Use in flower gardens.
Daylily
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Daylily
Daylily
Hermannia stricta
12"h
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Hermannia verticillata
Honeybells
Evergreen shrub
1-2' high
Use it on mounds, banks, trailing over walls.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Spreading, slender-stemmed shrublet with dissected, bright green leaves. Carries many sweetly scented, pendant yellow
bells in spring, summer.
Hesperaloe parviflora
Red yucca
Evergreen perennial
4'
Use on banks, in dry borders, and containers.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps of tough grey leaves, coral red fls. on long stems attract hummingbirds from spring into midsummer.
Great container plant.
Hesperaloe parviflora--yellow
Evergreen perennial
4'
Use in dry gardens, mixed plantings, containers.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps of grey leaves, spikes of bright yellow flowers are showy in summer. Attractive to hummingbirds.
Hesperantha baurii
Evening flower
Cormous perennial
1-2 feet and wide
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Narrow clumps. Arching spikes of clear pink starry flowers held over grasslike leaves in spring.
Heterocentron elegans
Spanish shawl
Evergreen perennial
6" high, 1-3' wide
For shady borders, rock gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Trailing/matting plant, nice for ground cover or hanging baskets with vivid rose purple flowers held among deep green
leaves in summer and fall.
Heteromeles arbutifolia
California toyon
Evergreen shrub
8 feet+ high and wide
Dramatic specimen shrub, good for naturalizing.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
CA native with large, bold leaves carries clusters of white flowers in early summer. These are followed by red winter
berries.
Heteromeles arbutifolia--staked
Toyon
Evergreen shrub
8'+h
Use for naturalizing, for banks and foundations.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Large dark green leaves display white fl. clusters in June, red berries develop in fall and winter. Common and attractive
in coastal CA hills.
Heteromeles arbutifolia 'Barrel Springs'
Toyon
Evergreen shrub
8'+h
Use for naturalizing, on banks, in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
California native selected for large dark green lvs, dark red berries. White flowers appear in June, berries brighten winter
months.
Heteromeles arbutifolia 'Bountiful'
Toyon
Evergreen shrub
8'+h
Use in mixed plantings and for naturalizing.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Clean dark green leaves, large clusters for white flowers develop into showy red berries. CA native.
Heteromeles arbutifolia 'Davis Gold'
Toyon
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Use as specimen shrub, border, naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Large, bold leaves. Dense, rounded form. White flowers in summer; golden orange berries in fall and winter. CA native.
Coral bells
Heuchera 'Genevieve'
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
2-3'h
Use on banks, in flower gardens, and mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degDense clumps with attractive evergreen leaves. Masses of deep pink flowers. RSABG introduction.
Heuchera hirsutissima 'Santa Rosa'
Coral bells
Flowering perennial
6-12" high and wide
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps. Attractive evergreen leaves, reddish stems, white flowers.
Heuchera 'Lillian's Pink'
Evergreen perennial
18"
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Clumping, with dense leaves; 18" stems carry medium pink flowers in spring and early summer.
Coral bells
Heuchera maxima
Island alum root
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense 18" clumps of attractive, evergreen leaves. Pink buds produce masses of creamy white flowers in spring on stems
to 3'. CA native.
Heuchera micrantha
Alum root
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in shaded gardens and small scale plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Creeping California native is found on shaded, moist banks in nature. Delicate spikes to 18" display fragrant clouds of
tiny creamy flowers in spring.
Heuchera micrantha 'Martha Roderick'
Alum root
Flowering perennial
1-2 feet high and wide
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense clumps. Attractive evergreen leaves. Sprays of tiny pink flowers.
Heuchera micrantha 'Melting Fire'
1'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Heuchera micrantha 'Painted Lady'
Alum root
Flowering perennial
1-2 feet high and wide
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Showy patterned leaves. Sprays of tiny white flowers.
Heuchera micrantha var. erubescens
1-2'h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Heuchera 'Obsidian' COPF, USPPP
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Darkest leaves are near black, smooth and rounded. Thin red stems carry ivory flowers in spring. Great in contrast with
other plants.
Heuchera 'Obsidian' PP#14836
2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Heuchera 'Old La Rochette'
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
H. maxima hybrid. Large bold lvs on dense clumps. 2' stems with light pink fls. in late spring.
Heuchera 'Opal'
Alum root
Evergreen perennial
2-3 feet high and wide
Use it for bold display, borders, shady nooks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large clumps. Broad, toothed evergreen leaves.Stems 2-3' tall produce hundreds of pink buds opening to white flowers
over long season.
Heuchera 'Pearl Blush'
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Sturdy Suncrest selection is one of the large coral bell hybrids. Lvs form dense clumps, fl. stems to 2' have cream fls
opening from soft pink buds.
Heuchera 'Pewter Moon'
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Maroon leaves have silvery markings; creamy white flowers are carried on thin stems in spring. Nice contrast with other
perennials and shrubs.
Heuchera rubescens
Pink alumroot
Evergreen perennial
6-12"
Use in small scale plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0degMatting coral bell from the mountains of California and the west. Dark green leaves, thin red stems carry white flowers
in spring and summer.
Heuchera sanguinea 'Firefly'
Coral bells
Flowering perennial
1-2 feet high and wide
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps. Attractive evergreen leaves. Bright red bells in spring.
Heuchera sanguinea 'Silver Indiana'
Evergreen perennial
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degHeuchera sanguinea 'White Cloud'
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
1-2 feet high and wide
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
A tidy, clumping perennial with rosettes of roundish, lightly patterned, dark green leaves. Sprays of small white bells
appear in spring and summer.
Heuchera 'Santa Ana Cardinal'
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
2-3 feet high and wide
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden introduction. Dense clumps have attractive evergreen leaves. Masses of rose red
flowers in spring.
Heuchera 'Stormy Seas'
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
1'+
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degRich maroon leaves age silvery and provide good texture and color contrast year-round; small white flowers in spring.
Heuchera 'Susanna'
Coral bells
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degHummingbirds like this clumping perennial that produces spikes with many small dark red flowers in spring and
summer. RSABG introduction.
Heuchera villosa 'Brownies' PPAF
1-2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Heuchera 'Wendy'
Alum root
Evergreen perennial
2-3 feet high and wide
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large clumps. Broad, toothed evergreen leaves. Stems up to 3' high carry hundreds of pink flowers over long season.
RSABG introduction.
Heuchera hybrids--mixed
1-3'h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degCoral bells. Slender stems with white to dark pink fls.
Heucherella 'Bridget Bloom'
Heuchera/Tiarella hybrid
Flowering perennial
1 foot high, 2 feet wide
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, tidy clumps. Evergreen leaves. Bright pink flowers in spring.
Hibanobambusa tranquillans
Bamboo
Bamboo
To 4-6'
Use in shade gardens, or mixed borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dramatic specimen bamboo; slowly spreading. Slender arching stems with glossy green leaves. Good in containers and
open ground.
Hibanobambusa tranquillans 'Shiroshima'
Bamboo
3-5 feet tall
Dramatic specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Slender, arching stems. Large, shiny, evergreen leaves are striped creamy white. Spreading.
Bamboo
Hibbertia aspera
Hibbertia
Evergreen shrub
Up to 2' high, 4' wide
Useful for borders, banks, ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
A neat, low shrub with rich, dark green foliage. Bright yellow flowers, mainly in spring, but occasional flowers in
summer.
Hibbertia pedunculata
Evergreen shrub
6 to 8" high by 2' wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Trailing growth. Attractive evergreen foliage. Bright yellow flowers.
Button flower
Hippeastrum hybrids
Bulbous perennial
1-2 feet flower stalk
For borders, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Robust clumps. Large, thick leaves. Stout stems, huge red flowers.
Giant amaryllis
Hippeastrum mandonii
Bulbous perennial
2'h
Bold display, containers.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dark green leaves on nearly evergreen clump. Large flowers with green centers and red petals.
Hippeastrum papilio
Butterfly amaryllis
Bulbous perennial
1-2'h
Use in containers, mixed plantings for bold effect.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Holodiscus discolor
Sea foam
Deciduous shrub
To 6-10'
Use on banks, for naturalizing.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Shrub to 10'. Veiny light green leaves; pendant clusters of tiny creamy flowers in late spring and early summer. CA
native.
Holodiscus microphyllus var. glabrescens
Dwarf ocean spray
Deciduous shrub
to 3'
Use in dry borders, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Mountain form of cream bush grows to 3'. White flowers in summer turn an attractive rusty red in seed. CA native.
Hosta 'Corralitos Moon'
Deciduous perennial
1-2'h
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0degBroad, creamy yellow leaves spring to fall. Pale lavender flowers. Bait for snails.
Plantain lily
Hosta 'Minibelle'
Hosta
Deciduous perennial
8-12"
Use in shade gardens, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very dwarf hosta has 2" deep green leaves; spikes of lavender flowers are displayed in midsummer.
Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon'
Deciduous perennial
To 15"
Use it in shade gardens, for ground cover, at poolside.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting perennial with broad 2-3" leaves, irregularly variegated with red and yellow. Odd white-bracted flower clusters
spring/sum. Spreading.
Humulus lupulus 'Aureus'
Golden hops
Deciduous vine
to 10'
Use among shrubs or on fence or trellis.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Pale yellow leaves all season on this twining perennial. Stems have rough texture which helps them cling to shrubs or
support.
Humulus lupulus 'Aureus'--staked
Golden hops
Deciduous vine
to 10'
Use on fences and trellis.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degGolden leaves on this vigorous vine turn to light green at the end of summer, and provide great foliage contrast. Dies to
the ground in winter.
Hunnemannia fumariifolia
Mexican tulip poppy
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use on banks, and in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Bright yellow flowers from late winter to fall on this evergreen perennial. Flowers last well if cut for arrangements when
in bud.
Hydrangea anomala ssp. petiolaris
Climbing hydrangea
Deciduous vine
Crawling 6 + feet
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright, shiny foliage on this vining hydrangea. White "lace cap" flower clusters in summer.
Lacecap hydrangea
Lacecap hydrangea
Lacecap hydrangea
Use for foundations, in borders.
Hymenoxys argentea
Perky Sue
Evergreen perennial
8"
Use in rock gardens, containers, dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bright yellow daisies are held over silver leaves in early spring on this low, tidy perennial daisy.
Hymenoxys grandiflora
Alpine sunflower
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in containers, rock gardens, small scale plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large bright yellow daisies held over low leaves in summer on this western US native.
Hymenoxys scaposa
Evergreen perennial
8-12"
Use in rock gardens, for edging or containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Diminutive perennial produces bright yellow daisies on threadlike stems held high over tufting clumps for a very long
season.
Hypericum empetrifolium 'Nanum'
Evergreen shrub
2" high, 2' wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Prostrate, with heath-like foliage, little yellow flowers.
Hypericum kelleri
St. John's wort
Flowering perennial
1 inch high, 1 foot wide
For borders, small-scale ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense mat with tiny leaves, small yellow flowers in summer.
Hypericum reptans
Evergreen shrub
2 inches high, 2 feet wide
Used as a ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense mats. Clean, bright foliage. Yellow flowers over long season.
Sweet shrub
Blood grass
Incarvillea arguta
Evergreen perennial
To 3'+h
Borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dark green feather-like leaves on wand like stems form vase shaped clump; many clear pink trumpet flowers in summer.
Incarvillea delavayi
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Stemless perennial makes low clumps that produce stems with showy bright rose pink trumpet flowers in spring and
early summer.
Incarvillea delavayi 'Snowtop'
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
White trumpet flowers are produced in spring and early summer on this showy perennial.
Incarvillea mairei
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Incarvillea sinensis
Evergreen perennial
To 1'+h
Use in mixed plantings, containers.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumps have feather-like leaves; flower stems to 1'+ carry light rose pink trumpets in spring and summer.
Indigofera australis
Deciduous shrub
5'+
Use in borders, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Upright, arching Australian shrub carries many bright rose pink pea flowers on short stems in summer. Dark pea pods
add interest after bloom.
Indigofera cytisoides
Evergreen shrub
4-5'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Erect, rounded shrub produces upright spikes of rose purple flowers in fall.
Indigofera heterantha
Deciduous shrub
To 5-7'
Use in borders, foundations, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Delicate grey-green leaves are a nice background for the bright purplish pink flowers that appear in summer and fall on
this erect shrub.
Indigofera incarnata
Evergreen shrub
To 3'
bold display
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun/light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Light green leaves on drooping stems, spikes of pendant pale pink flowers appear much of the year.
Indigofera incarnata 'Alba'
Deciduous shrub
To 3'
Use in woodland gardens, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Wisteria like white fls. in clusters in summer on this lush, low shrub.
Indigofera kirilowii
Deciduous shrub
3'h/3+'w
Use on banks, in large borders, and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Suckering shrub forms dense cover at 3' high. 4-5" spikes of bright rose pink flowers appear in early summer. Good for
large scale groundcover.
Indigofera [pendula]
Deciduous shrub
5-8'
Use in mixed plantings, woodland gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun/light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Received as Indigofera pendula, the flower spikes on this shrub are definitely erect, with rose pink flowers. Narrow
shrub, lacy leaves.
Indigofera 'Rose Carpet'
Deciduous shrub
12h/2'+w
Use as ground cover or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun/light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low pea shrub covers its branches in short rose pink flower spikes in summer and fall. Creates fine-textured ground
cover.
Indocalamus latifolius
. . . Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Indocalamus tessellatus
Bamboo
3 to 6' high
Excellent in containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Graceful, arching stems with 3-4" nodes and 1 to 2' long large leaves. Spreading.
Dwarf bamboo
Iochroma cyaneum
8-15'h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Iochroma cyaneum 'Burgundy'
Evergreen shrub
8' high and 6' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lush growth, large tropical- looking leaves. Maroon flowers in summer.
Iochroma
Iochroma
Siskiyou iris
Douglas iris
Douglas iris
Pacifica iris
Japanese iris
Japanese iris
Use pondside, in moist gardens.
Japanese iris
Use pondside, or for bold display.
Japanese iris
Japanese iris
Iris ensata--mixed
Japanese iris
Deciduous perennial
2-4'
Use in moist borders, on pond margins.
Most soils. keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large flat flowers are carried in mid summer in various colors over erect leaves in dense clumps.
Iris 'Escalona'
Pacific coast hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1-2'h
Use in mixed plantings and on banks, dry gardens.
Light acid soil. drought tol.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degJoe Ghio Pacifica hybrid. Dark red flowers have thin gold petal edges on this vigorous selection. Spring bloom.
Iris 'Extra Credit'
Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degGhio hybrid iris displays bright gold flowers with brown veining and petal edges over dark green leaves in spring.
Iris 'Eye-Catching'
1'h
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degIris 'Father Figure'
Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degGhio hybrid iris makes clumps of dark green leaves. Yellow flowers with brown markings appear in spring and early
summer.
Iris 'Forty Niner'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in dry borders, on banks, in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degLow narrow leaves for evergreen clumps; spring flowers are golden yellow, overlaid with neat henna veining.
Iris 'Full Moon'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1-2'h
Use in mixed plantings, on banks and in dry gardens.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degLarger scale than some Pacifica hybrids, this iris makes sturdy clumps and displays large soft yellow flowers over dark
green leaves in spring.
Iris 'Glacier Lake'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use on banks, in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degStiff compact clumps to 12" have dark green leaves. Spring flowers are white with turquoise shading on falls.
Iris 'Golden Ruffles'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use on banks and in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Ruffled golden yellow flowers appear over dark green evergreen leaves in spring.
Iris 'Gorda'
Pacifica hybrid
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in dry gardens or mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degTidy low clumps have narrow dark green leaves; red violet flowers have a dark central eye. Spring bloom. SCN hybrid.
Iris gracilipes
Deciduous perennial
4-6"
Use in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low clumps of soft green leaves have drooping tips; light lilac iris flowers appear in late spring and early summer.
Graceful.
Iris hartwegii
1'h
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degIris 'Idle Chatter'
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degSilvery orchid flowers stand out nicely among the narrow green leaves of this Pacifica hybrid iris.
Iris innominata 'Ed Wood'
Del Norte County iris
Evergreen perennial
1 foot high and wide
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dainty clumps have slender, dark green, tough leaves in fountain-like clumps. Dark purple flowers appear in spring. CA
native.
Iris innominata--yellow
Evergreen perennial
1 foot high and wide
Good for rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Fountainlike clumps. Slender leaves, yellow flowers in spring.
Pacific iris
Pacifica iris
Iris 'Nada'
2'
Most soils. keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Iris 'Native Warrior'
Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
8 inches high and wide
Good for rock gardens.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dwarf Pacific coast hybrid iris with large maroon flowers in spring. Narrow shiny dark green leaves.
Iris 'Night Crossing'
Ghio Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
12-18 inches
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degDeep green strap-shaped leaves in evergreen clumps to 18" high. Dark blue purple flowers have white markings, spring
bloom.
Iris 'Now Showing'
Ghio Pacifica hybrid
Evergreen perennial
8"h/w
Use in mixed plantings, dry gardens and on banks.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degDeep crimson flowers have golden standards and a golden petal edge. Spring bloom.
Iris 'Ocean Blue'
Ghio Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings, in part shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degSturdy blue-green leaves form tidy clumps, spring flowers are dark blue purple with white markings.
Iris 'Orchid Eyes'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. drought tol.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degSCN introduction is a dwarf plant, similar to Iris 'Little Warrior' but somewhat larger. Violet flowers in spring.
Iris 'Orchid Glow'
Pacific coast hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use on banks, in border and flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Short, tidy clumps carry large velvety purple flowers with dark centers in early spring. Evergreen clumps.
Iris 'Pacific Miss'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degBright medium true blue flowers with darker blue centers on this striking hybrid iris. Flowers appear in spring over
evergreen leaves.
Iris Pacifica (Pacific Coast) Hybrids
Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
12-18" high + wide
Good for borders, shade gardens, banks.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Evergreen, fountainlike clumps. Spring flowers in many colors and combinations.
Iris Pacifica--MNS 03-03
1'h
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degIris Pacifica--Ghio hybrids
Evergreen perennial
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degIris Pacifica Hybrids--JG2006
1'h
Light acid soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degVigorous, clumping natives; many colors.
Pacifica iris
Pacifica iris
Use on banks, in dry borders, mixed plantings.
Pacifica iris
Iris 'Peachy'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings, on banks and in dry gardens.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degSoft creamy flowers with pink standards and violet center brighten the spring garden. Smaller scale than many Pac.
hybrids.
Iris 'Petite Violets'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degSmaller scale clumps than some of the largest Pacifica hybrids; graceful spring flowers are in shades of violet on this
seed strain. Free flowering.
Iris 'Pink Parfait'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
12-18"
Use in mixed plantings, in dry borders and on banks.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Soft pink flowers with raspberry patterned center are displayed over bright green leaves. Spring bloom.
Iris 'Pretty Eyes'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use on banks, in borders.
Light acid soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degClumping, evergreen perennial carries many bright rosy lavender flowers with dark maroon base on falls in spring.
Suncrest Nurseries introduction.
Iris prismatica
Deciduous perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degLavender blue flowers in summer on this iris from the eastern United States.
Iris 'Referee'
Pacifica hybrid
Evergreen perennial
10"
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Short stiff leaves are tidy all year; bright, ruffled gold flowers are prominent in spring. Ghio Pacifica hybrid.
Iris 'Rose & Copper'
Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
1'+
Use in mixed plantings, borders, on banks.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Tough evergreen clumps; spring flowers combine shades of rose and copper. Long bloom.
Iris 'Rosie Dark Eyes'
1'h
Light acid soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degIris 'Rosy Elf'
Evergreen perennial
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degIris ''Round Midnight'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'+
Use in mixed plantings, borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Evergreen clumps produce large blue purple flowers with a white spray pattern in spring.
Iris 'Royal Velvet'
Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degEvergreen clumps. Rich red violet flowers have vivid gold center. Spring bloom.
Iris 'San Felipe'
Pacifica hybrid
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use on banks, in dry borders and flower gardens.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degGhio Pacifica hybrid is russet with yellow edge, and violet center.
Pacifica hybrid
Iris tectorum
Evergreen perennial
1'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Roof iris
Iris thompsonii
1'h
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degIris 'Tiki'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
12"
Use on banks, in dry borders, or for spring show.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Neat clumps of evergreen leaves produce reddish brown flowers with vivid light violet blue markings. Joe Ghio hybrid.
Iris 'Umunhum'
Pacifica hybrid
Evergreen perennial
1'+
Use on banks, in borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Ghio Pacifica hybrid. Spring flowers are bright rusty gold with darker markings and undersides on the petals. Evergreen
clumps.
Iris unguicularis
Algerian iris
Evergreen perennial
1' x 2-3'
Use in foundations, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense evergreen clumps send up bright lavender, delicately violet-scented blooms in late winter and early spring. Very
drought tolerant.
Iris 'Velvet Dreams'
Pacifica hybrid iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings or dry gardens.
Light acid soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Clumping hybrid iris displays velvety deep purple flowers with subtle white and yellow spray pattern in spring. SCN
hybrid.
Iris 'Violeta'
Pacifica iris
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degCompact evergreen clumps are decorated with vivid violet flowers with a yellow & white spray pattern in spring.
Suncrest Nursery introduction.
Isoplexis isabelliana
Evergreen shrub
3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Erect subshrub with long green leaves and dense spikes of buff-orange irregular flowers in spring and summer.
Attractive to hummingbirds.
Isopogon anethifolius 'Curra Moors'
...
Isopogon formosus
Evergreen shrub
5-6' high, 8' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy, upright growth. Unusual foliage.Bright mauve pincushion flower heads bloom in spring.
Drumsticks
Itea ilicifolia--staked
Holly Sweetspire
Evergreen shrub
8-12'
Use for bold display, in shrub borders and mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Glossy leaves look good all year; late summer brings 6-12" long drooping catkins with fragrant greenish white fls. Light
shade in hot areas.
Itea virginica 'Little Henry'
Sweetspire
Deciduous shrub
3' high by 3' wide
Use in mixed borders, or foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Thin spikes of fragrant white flowers in summer on this dwarf cultivar. Bright red fall color is an added bonus.
Itea virginica 'Merlot'
Virginia sweetspire
Deciduous shrub
3-4'
Use in foundation and mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rounded shrub can be grown in wet soil; spires of white fls. appear in summer. Fall color is generally bright red.
Ixia monadelpha
Cormous perennial
2'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Thin erect leaves; lilac or pink to white flowers on wand-like stems in spring.
Ixia paniculata
Ixia
Cormous perennial
2 feet high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Compact clumps. Upright growth, spring bloom, many cream-colored flowers.
Ixia viridiflora
Ixia
Cormous perennial
2 feet high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Compact clumps. Upright growth, spring bloom. Flowers turquoise and black.
Jasminum angulare
South African jasmine
Evergreen vine
To 10'+
Use as groundcover or on fence or trellis.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Dark green leaves are lush on this slowly spreading vine. White, sweetly scented flowers appear from summer to fall.
Protect from hard frost.
Jasminum azoricum
Jasmine
Evergreen vine
To 10' high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Clusters of fragrant white flowers appear in summer. Dark green leaves have a rich satiny sheen.
Jasminum grandiflorum
Deciduous vine
To 10'
Use on fences, trellis or among shrubs.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
White flowers in summer are sweetly fragrant on this clambering vine. Never dense, it can weave its stems through other
shrubs.
Jasminum officinale
White jasmine
Deciduous shrub
To 18'
Use as shrub or vine.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very fragrant white fls in summer on delicate green stems; can be grown as loose shrub or with support as vine. Hardy
to cold.
Jasminum parkeri
Dwarf Jasmine
Evergreen shrub
1 foot high, 2 feet wide
Small specimen shrub, rock garden plant.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense stiff-stemmed shrub forms tiny-leaved mound, excellent for rock gardens. Many 1/2" yellow flowers in summer.
Jasminum polyanthum
Pink Jasmine
Evergreen vine
15'+ high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Vigorous vine bears many clusters of fragrant white flowers that open from rosy pink buds from winter-summer.
Jasminum polyanthum 'Pepita'
Pink jasmine
Evergreen vine
15'+h
Use on trellis, fences.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dark green, divided leaves; deep rose buds open to bright pink, very fragrant flowers in late winter and early spring.
Jasminum x stephanense
Deciduous vine
15'+h
Use on fences, trellis.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Light textured vine has creamy yellow new growth, and pale pink, lightly scented flowers in early summer.
Jovellana punctata
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Leafy subshrub with panicles of pouch flowers that are light lilac spotted darker purple in summer.
Juncus 'Carman's Japanese'
Carman's Japanese rush
Rush
2 feet high and wide
Use it for borders, meadows, poolside.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Clumping, evergreen, and fine textured. Showy seeds. Good by pools + ponds. Used for Tatami mats.
Juncus decipiens 'Curly-wurly'
Rush
1'h/w
Use in containers, rock gardens, for edging.
Most soils. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 15degDiminutive spiral rush produces coiled green stems and is evergreen. Great accent plant.
Juncus effusus 'Bay Blue'
2'h
Most soils. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Juncus effusus 'Gold Strike'
Rush
3'h
Use in moist gardens.
Most soils. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degVery stiff dark green stems with gold vertical striping. Great texture plant.
Juncus effusus 'Quartz Creek'
Rush
2-3'h
Use in water gardens, moist areas, on banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degStiff erect round stems are dark green and stay neat in all seasons. Selected in southern Oregon for its fine form by Dave
Fross.
Juncus effusus 'Spiralis'
Rush
1-2 feet high
Used in borders, at poolside.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Forms tight clumps of irregularly twisted, spiraling, wiry stems.
Corkscrew Rush
Mexican rush
Use in meadow plantings.
Juncus pallidus
Rush
Rush
6' high
Use it at poolside, in borders, containers.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Giant rush. Dense clump with tall, deep green, leafless stems. Clusters of brownish, chaffy flowers in spring and
summer. Watch for reseeding.
Juncus patens
Rush
Up to 3 feet high
Use for borders, meadows.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Native to CA, Oregon. Dense thickets of slender stems. Chaffy flowers. Can naturalize.
Justicia leonardii
Flowering perennial
3 feet high and wide
Used in borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Grey-green stems and velvety leaves. Bright orange flower clusters, spring-fall.
Justicia
Kennedia nigricans--staked
Coral Pea
Evergreen vine
6 feet high and wide
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lush, vigorous growth. The very exotic 2" yellow and black flowers resemble large wasps.
Kennedia prostrata
Coral pea
Evergreen perennial
6'+
Used as a ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense, lush carpet, or can be grown as a vine if supported. Vivid red pea-like flowers with yellow center in winter and
early spring.
Kennedia prostrata--staked
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Lush lvs.; bright scarlet pea fls. Climbing form.
Kerria japonica 'Picta'
Deciduous shrub
To 4-5
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Arching, to 5'. Lvs. edged in white, pale orange fls.
Kerria japonica 'Pleniflora'
Japanese rose
Deciduous shrub
To 6-8'
Use in shrub borders, woodland gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Arching stems, to 8'. Glossy green stems carry many double golden yellow flowers on bare branches in early spring.
Kerria japonica--single orange/Myrtle Wolf
Japanese rose
Deciduous shrub
Up to 8' high 8'+ wide
Used as a specimen shrub and in borders, hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Graceful, slender-stemmed shrub with deeply veined leaves, single orange-yellow flowers up to 2" across are carried in
early spring.
Kirengeshoma palmata
Deciduous perennial
Up to 4' high, 2'+ wide
Use it for shady nooks, borders, containers.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Elegant clumping perennial with large, divided basal leaves. Leafy stems are tipped by clusters of large yellow bells in
late spring and summer.
Knautia macedonica
Evergreen perennial
To 2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Basal foliage clumps, many small Scabiosa-like flowers in summer and fall. Color can vary from lavender to pink to
maroon.
Knautia macedonica 'Mars Midget'
Deciduous perennial
1'
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low foliage clumps put up slender flower stems to 1', ruby red flowers are rounded and similar to scabiosa. Bloom
summer to fall.
Knautia mac. 'Thunder & Lightning' PP#21437
1'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Kniphofia 'Alcazar'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
3' high
Use in borders, on banks, for bright color.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense spikes of bright orange-red flowers in late spring and early summer.
Kniphofia baurii
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
2'h
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Sturdy spikes hold fat heads of orange buds that open to greenish yellow flowers and attract hummingbirds. Bloom time
is late in the summer. Easy.
Kniphofia caulescens
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
3'h
Use in mixed plantings, for bold effect.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Wide soft blue-grey leaves are in sturdy rosettes; thick fl. stems in midsummer carry pale yellow fls. that are coral in
bud.
Kniphofia 'Christmas Cheer'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
4-5'high
Use in borders and flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Robust clumps of dark green leaves are evergreen; sturdy spikes of orange flowers in fall and early winter.
Kniphofia 'Cobra'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
3'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Thin spires on this plant are burnt orange and fade to cream.
Kniphofia 'Cool Knip'
Evergreen perennial
5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Wide grey-green leaves form clump to 30". Thick flower stems rise in midsummer; greenish yellow buds open to pale
yellow flowers.
Kniphofia 'Dwarf Yellow'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in borders, flower gardens
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low, green, grassy clumps of narrow leaves; spires are bright yellow in early to mid summer.
Kniphofia 'Echo Mango' PP#21706
Evergreen perennial
3'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Poker plant has apricot flowers on 3-4' stems in spring. Repeats bloom later in the season.
Poker plant
Poker plant
Use in flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Kniphofia 'Inferno'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
5'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, for bold display.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Sturdy foliage clumps to 2'+ high, strong stems rise to 5-6' in summer and carry large heads of bright orange flowers.
Kniphofia 'Little Maid'
Poker Plant
Evergreen perennial
2 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Cream-yellow flower spikes are carried in spring and early summer.
Kniphofia 'Malibu Yellow'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use in mixed plantings, on banks and in flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Deep yellow flowers are displayed on 2'+ stems in mid summer.
Kniphofia 'Minister Verschuur'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bright yellow fls. on 2' stems, early to mid summer.
Kniphofia multiflora
Deciduous perennial
5'
Use in mixed plantings for bold effect.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Tall extremely narrow spires to 6' carry stubby orange buds that open to short tubed out-facing flowers in summer.
Great effect. Bees love it.
Kniphofia 'Nancy's Red'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
3-4'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dark orange flowers are carried on 4' stems in summer.
Kniphofia northiae
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
3'
Use for bold foliage texture, form.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Wide leaves make bold rosettes, and there is little branching in the clump. Short stems with orange to cream fls. in
spring. Great effect.
Kniphofia 'Orange Flame'
Evergreen perennial
2'+
borders
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Orange spikes on compact plants.
Kniphofia 'Primrose Beauty'
Poker Plant
Deciduous perennial
3 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Winter deciduous. Full-sized hybrid with bright yellow torches.
Kniphofia 'Royal Strain'
Red hot poker
Evergreen perennial
3-4'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Sturdy spikes carry vivid deep orange flowers in late summer and fall; evergreen clumps have bright green leaves.
Kniphofia sarmentosa
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
3'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Glaucous leaves stay low; spikes rise to 2-3' and carry coral orange flowers that age pale yellow. Blooms can start in fall
and last for months.
Kniphofia 'Shining Sceptre'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
3'h
Use in flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Glowing apricot buds open to soft yellow fls. on 3' stems in early summer.
Kniphofia thomsonii
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
5'
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tall stems with widely spaced, curved apricot orange flowers appear for a long season on this striking perennial.
Kniphofia 'Tower of Gold'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
5'
Use in mixed plantings, large scale landscapes.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Strong foliage clumps to 3'. Orange to golden yellow fls. are in fat heads on tall spikes in mid to late summer. Luther
Burbank hybrid.
Kniphofia 'Vanilla'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
2' +
Use in borders and flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Ivory to light yellow flowers carried on 2' stems. Spring to summer bloom.
Kniphofia 'Yellow Cheer'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
5'
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bright green leaves form fairly erect clumps to 3'; shining golden orange flowers appear in late summer on stalks to 5'+.
Kniphofia 'Zululandii'
Poker plant
Evergreen perennial
5-6'+
Use in mixed plantings for bold display.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fat spikes of vivid orange flowers appear in winter on 5-6' stems. Flower spikes burned with hard frost, though plants
survive.
Kniphofia hybrids--mixed
2-3'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
2' fl. stem with orange or yellow flowers.
Koeleria macrantha 'Barkoel'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Koeleria macrantha 'Irish Green'
June grass
Grass
1-2'
Use in meadows, natural lawns and mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Densely clumping, soft emeral green foliage is topped by showy silvery flowers that dry to an attractive tan. Evergreen,
cool season grower, compact.
Koeleria macrantha 'Spanish Silver'
June grass
Grass
1-2'
Use in meadows, mixed plantings and as natural lawn.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Densely clumping, soft silvery grey foliage is topped by silvery flowers in early summer that dry tannish. Evergreen,
cool season grower, compact.
Koelreuteria paniculata
to 30'h
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Kolkwitzia amabilis 'Pink Cloud'
Rope grass
Grass
6'
Use on banks, in large scale plantings.
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Evergreen grass makes sturdy clumps to 6' high and 8' wide. Golden flowers carried over the leaves in summer.
Lachenalia aloides--late flowering orange
Cape Cowslip
Bulbous perennial
8-12 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Winter-blooming, summer-dormant. Bright orange flowers often bloom March through April.
Lachenalia aloides 'Pearsonii'
Cape Cowslip
Bulbous perennial
8-12 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Winter-blooming, summer-dormant. Nodding yellow flowers with red base, green tip.
Lachenalia aloides 'Wayne's Tricolor'
Bulb/Corm/Tuber
...
Cape cowslip;Tipped maroon,chartreuse,yellow+orange.
Lachenalia contaminata
Wild hyacinth
Bulbous perennial
8-12"h
Use in containers, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Short spikes of flowers appear in spring over low, green leaves. Petals are white with central dark stripes.
Lachenalia mutabilis
Cape Cowslip
Bulbous perennial
8-12 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Winter-blooming, summer-dormant. Lavender buds open to bright yellow flowers.
Lachenalia pendula
Cape Cowslip
Bulbous perennial
8-12 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Coral-red 1 1/2" flowers in winter are held over lush green leaves. Summer dormant.
Lamiastrum galeobdolon
Yellow archangel
Evergreen perennial
Under 1' high, 4-6' broad
Ground cover for shade; hanging basket plant.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush, vigorous growth. Slender, trailing stems. Oval, silver-patterned leaves. Summer clusters of 2-lipped, light yellow
flowers.
Lamiastrum galeobdolon 'Herman's Pride'
Deciduous perennial
6" x 1-2'
Accent plant or small-scale ground cover for shade
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Densely clumping perennial with short trailing stems and silver-patterned leaves. Clusters of hooded yellow flowers at
the shoot tips in summer.
Lamium maculatum 'Beacon Silver'
Dead nettle
Deciduous perennial
5"h/3-5'w
Most soils. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Silver leaves have green edges and make nice groundcover for shade; dark mauve pink flowers in spring.
Lamium maculatum 'Pink Pewter'
Dead nettle
Deciduous perennial
5"h/3-5'w
Use as groundcover in shade gardens.
Most soils. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Evergreen in mild winter areas, this bright groundcover carries heads of soft pink flowers over silvery leaves in spring.
Dead nettle
Laurel
English Lavender
Hybrid Lavender.
English lavender
Spanish lavender
Spanish Lavender
Bush Mallow
Lepechinia calycina
Pitcher sage
Evergreen shrub
3-5'
Use on banks, in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Soft grey aromatic leaves on this California native shrub. Bell shaped bluish white flowers in spring.
Lepechinia cardiophylla
Pitcher sage
Evergreen shrub
4'+
Use in mixed plantings, dry borders and on banks.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Soft greyish green aromatic leaves and long spikes of lightest lavender fls. distinguish this leafy southern California
pitcher sage. Easy to grow.
Lepechinia chamaedryoides
Evergreen shrub
5'h
Use in mixed plantings, borders.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Erect shrub from South America bears masses of bright lavender blue bell shaped flowers in late spring.
Lepechinia fragrans
Fragrant Pitcher Sage
Evergreen shrub
3 feet+ high, 4 feet wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Many lavender-pink flowers attract hummingbirds. Open habit. Mint aroma to leaves. CA native.
Lepechinia fragrans 'El Tigre'
Fragrant pitcher sage
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use on dry banks, in mixed plantings and borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Light grey-green leaves are softly furry and fragrant on this CA native shrub. Long loose spikes of dark pink fls. appear
in spring and summer.
Lepechinia ganderi
Pitcher sage
3-4'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lepechinia hastata
Pitcher sage
Evergreen shrub
6' high, 8' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large, fuzzy, fragrant, arrow-shaped grey leaves. Showy spikes of purple-red flower clusters in late summer and fall.
Leptodactylon californicum
Prickly phlox
Evergreen shrub
1'+
Use on banks, in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Prickly shrublet bears showy bright rose pink flowers in spring. Found on dry slopes in southern California.
Leptodermis oblonga
Deciduous shrub
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Neat shrub carries bright lilac tubular flowers in summer and fall.
Leptospermum continentale 'Horizontalis'
Evergreen shrub
1-2'h/4-6'+w
Banks, groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Small triangular green leaves on this widely spreading shrub. Masses of bright white flowers in spring.
Leptospermum grandiflorum
Evergreen shrub
6'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Leptospermum laevigatum
Australian tea tree
Evergreen shrub
20-30'
Use as large shrub or small tree or in hedges.
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Draping branches carry small grey-green leaves; showers of white flowers appear along the branches in spring. Older
plants develop picturesque form.
Leptospermum scoparium--mixed
6'+
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Tea tree. Bright flowers, long bloom. Mixed colors.
Leptospermum turbinatum 'Flat Rock'
Evergreen shrub
6-8'+
Use for foundation planting, shrub borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dark green leaves can have bronze cast; masses of single pure white flowers in late spring. Dense growth.
Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar'
Deciduous perennial
5-6'
Use in borders, flower gardens, for bold display.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Graceful perennial puts up wand like stems that droop at the tips, and carry showy clusters of dark rosy purple pea
flowers in late summer.
Lespedeza thunbergii 'White Fountain'
Deciduous perennial
6'h/w
Use in back of borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush drooping branches bear clusters of white pea flowers in late summer and fall. Profuse, showy bloom.
Lessertia montana
Evergreen shrub
4'h/w
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Airy South African shrub with small divided grey leaves and red "parrot's beak" flowers dangling from stems in spring.
Bright rose inflated fruits.
Lessingia filaginifolia 'Silver Carpet'
Common sandaster
Evergreen perennial
5"h/4+'w
Use as groundcover, on banks or in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low and spreading with furry grey leaves and lavender pink daisies in spring and summer. CA native introduced by the
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden.
Leucadendron argenteum
Silver tree
Evergreen tree
To 30'
Use for bold display in containers, or protected places.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Striking silver leaves on erect shrub/small tree. Needs good drainage and protection from hard frost.
Leucadendron galpinii
Evergreen shrub
4-6'h/4'+w
Use in shrub borders, as specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Erect shrub with narrow blue-grey leaves. Grey "cone" flowers in early spring. Good foliage texture and slender form.
Best with limited summer water.
Leucadendron linifolium
Evergreen shrub
5-6'
Use as foundation shrub, for cut foliage.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fine textured shrub to 6'; yellow leaves highlight flower "cones" in spring. Useful for cut foliage.
Leucadendron 'Rising Sun'
6'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
6'. Sturdy stems with pinkish red bracts winter-spring.
Leucadendron 'Rising Sun'
6'
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Leucadendron 'Safari Goldstrike'
Evergreen shrub
6'
Use in dry gardens and borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bright yellow bracts around the central female "cone" are showy in winter. Great for cut flowers.
Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset'
Conebush
Evergreen shrub
To 10+
Use as specimen shrub or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Thick stemmed shrub displays red floral leaves for months in fall and winter. Prospers in low water plantings.
Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset' x self
Evergreen shrub
5-7'
Use for bold display.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Infrequent summer water and cool roots best for this South African shrub. Winter-spring flowers are showy, with leaves
turning bright red and cream.
Leucadendron salignum 'Summer Red'
4' high, 6' wide
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Leucadendron salignum 'Winter Red'
3-4' high, 6' wide
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lewisia hybrid--yellow
Lewisia
Succulent perennial
to 8"
Use in containers, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Light shade. Hardy to 0degYellow to pastel peachy yellow flowers on sprays over succulent crowns; good drainage essential.
Lewisia 'Pink Cloud'
Lewisia
Succulent perennial
3-6 inches high + wide
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large bright pink fls on 6-10" stems over succulent green leaves. Good drainage essential. L. cotyledon hybrid. CA
native.
Lewisia 'Rainbow'
Lewisia
Succulent perennial
to 8"
Use in rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 0degSucculent green rosettes put up stems of bright flowers in vivid colors. Flowers are single to semi-double, in shades of
pink, red and yellow.
Lewisia 'Sunset Strain'
Lewisia
Succulent perennial
3-6 inches high + wide
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Hybrid strain of native succulent. Dazzling flowers, orange to pink and red.
Lewisia 'White Cloud'
Lewisia
Succulent perennial
3-6 inches high + wide
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Native succulent. Forms rosettes with umbrella-like sprays of pure white flowers.
Lewisia hybrids--mixed colors
Succulent perennial
Low
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Light shade. Hardy to 0degSucculent rosettes, sprays of bright flowers.
Leymus (Elymus) arenarius 'Findhorn'
Blue lyme grass
Grass
1-2'
Spreading grass for banks, large areas.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degCreeping metallic blue grass is winter deciduous. It excels in sandy soil and tolerates coastal exposure. Grows in
summer.
Leymus (Elymus) arenarius 'Glaucus'
Blue lyme grass
Grass
2'+
Use for soil stabilization, large meadows.
Most soils. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degWidely spreading grass has attractive wide grey-blue blades. Great for soil stabilizaion, best suited for large areas or
among tall shrubs.
Leymus (Elymus) cinereus
Great Basin wild rye
Grass
6-8'
Use in meadow plantings, on banks, and dry borders.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Generally erect in form, this slowly spreading grass makes nice clumps in time. Native to California and the west, it is
drought and cold tolerant.
Leymus (Elymus) condensatus 'Canyon Prince'
Giant wild rye
Grass
3'h
Useful on banks, borders and for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degThicketing grass; wide grey green leaves form dense clump. Spreads, but is not rampant. CA native.
Leymus (Elymus) mollis
to 1'+
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0deg-
Libertia ixioides
Libertia
Evergreen perennial
Up to 2 feet high
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Iris relative from New Zealand. Dense, evergreen clumps, pure white upward-facing flowers on dark stems in spring.
Libertia ixioides 'Taupo Sunset'
16"
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Libertia peregrinans
Libertia
Evergreen perennial
1-2 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Iris relative from New Zealand. Evergreen fans of variegated leaves. Brightest orange in winter months.
Ligularia dentata 'Desdemona'
Deciduous perennial
2 1/2'
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degShowy lvs. are dark green, red beneath.Orange fls.
Lilium pardalinum
Leopard lily
Bulbous perennial
3-5'
Use in containers, moist gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
CA native streamside lily displays bright orange spotted flowers on stems to 6' in summer.
Lilium pardalinum 'Gualala Giant'
Giant leopard lily
Bulbous perennial
4'+ high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Vigorous selection of California streamside native produces tall spikes of nodding dark orange and yellow flowers in
summer.
Lilium parryi
Lemon lily
Bulbous perennial
4-6'
Use in containers, shade gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Yellow flowers with a wonderful fragrance top the stems of this lily from the mtns of southern California and Arizona.
Summer bloom.
Lilium 'Pumpkin'
Native lily
Bulbous perennial
4'+h
Use in containers, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Hybrid lily has bright orange flowers on 3-5' stems in summer. Selected from Corralitos hybrid seed strain.
Limonium californicum
Western marsh rosemary
Evergreen perennial
12"
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Found in coastal habitats, this perennial has low, dark green leaves and displays clouds of tiny lavender flowers in
spring. Needs moderate water.
Limonium latifolium
Statice
Deciduous perennial
To 2' high
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Hardy statice makes compact clumps of smooth green leaves; summer flowers in large airy sprays are bluish, with white
calyces.
Limonium [minutifolium?]
Evergreen perennial
To 12"
Use in rock gardens, small scale plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low mat with dark, round lvs. Sprays of purple flowers.
Limonium perezii
Sea Lavender (Statice)
Evergreen perennial
Up to 3 feet high
Used in borders, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Great for coastal plantings. Huge flower clusters. Purple flowers with white center.
Limonium psilocladon
Statice
Evergreen perennial
1 foot high and wide
Used in borders, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Matting habit, great for coastal rock gardens. 6" flower stems with purple flowers.
Linaria purpurea
Toadflax
Evergreen perennial
3 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Snapdragon relative. Erect habit with many purple flower spikes, summer-fall. Can seed around a bit.
Linaria purpurea 'Canon Went'
Toadflax
Evergreen perennial
3 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Snapdragon relative. Erect habit with many light pink flower spikes, summer-fall. Can seed around a bit.
Linum lewisii
Flowering perennial
1-2 feet high and wide
Used in borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low, mounding. Narrow, blue-grey leaves. Cornflower blue flowers, spring-fall.
Blue flax
Tanbark oak
Stone-seed
Lobelia bridgesii
3-4'+
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Lobelia 'Brightness'
Deciduous perennial
To 3'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0degRobust, to 3'+. Massive spikes of deep red flowers in summer. Keep moist.
Lobelia cardinalis
Cardinal flower
Deciduous perennial
2-3' high
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low clumps of bright green leaves; vivid true red flowers on 18-30" spike in summer. Needs moist situation. CA native
strain.
Lobelia cardinalis 'Sitting Bull Falls'
Cardinal flower
Deciduous perennial
3' high
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Shiny green leaves stay low; 3' spike carries bright pink flowers in summer. Typical form has red flowers.
Lobelia excelsa
Deciduous perennial
3-4'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
South American lobelia holds its bright orange and yellow flowers over narrow leaves in summer.
Lonicera etrusca
Evergreen vine
15'+
Use on fence or trellis, or as mounding shrub.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Scandent shrub or vine has masses of pale yellow fragrant flowers in spring. Can be deciduous with hard frost.
Lonicera hildebrandiana
Burmese Honeysuckle
Vine
To 10 feet high
For fences, walls, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Evergreen giant, with tropical leaves. Develops twisted trunks. Huge cream/gold, very fragrant flowers.
Lonicera hispidula
California honeysuckle
Evergreen vine
To 15'
Use on banks, or under trees.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Clusters of light pink flowers mature to striking translucent peachy red berries in fall. This CA native is great on dry
banks and under trees.
Lonicera interrupta
Chaparral honeysuckle
Evergreen shrub
4-5'
Use on banks, or in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Shrubby honeysuckle has arching stems that weave through shrubs if they can. Small yellow flowers on stem tips in
spring.
Lonicera japonica 'Halliana'--staked
Hall's Honeysuckle
Vine
15' high
For fences, walls, trellises, ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Evergreen/part deciduous. Vigorous growth for fences, and ground covers. Highly fragrant white flowers fade to creamy
yellow.
Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea'--staked
Purple Japanese honeysuckle
Vine
To 10' +
Use it on fences, trellises, arbors, for ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush, massive vine with dark green leaves, purplish beneath. Fragrant, purple and white, tubular flowers much of the
year.
Lonicera nitida 'Baggesen's Gold'
Box honeysuckle
Evergreen shrub
6' high
Used as a ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Gold foliage lights up a shady corner. Easily pruned into hedges. Dense, twiggy, moderate growth. Burgundy highlights
in winter.
Lonicera nitida 'Lemon Beauty'
Evergreen shrub
To 3-5'
Use as low hedge, accent foliage shrub.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degGolden variegated foliage is held on firm stems and presents rounded dense form.
Lonicera nitida 'Maigrun'
Box honeysuckle
Evergreen shrub
3 feet high, 8 feet wide
Used as a ground cover, or for low hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Evergreen, fast spreader, white flowers and shiny purple fruits. Good for low hedges. Ok in acid or alkaline soils.
Lonicera nitida 'Red Tip'
Box honeysuckle
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use as foundation shrub, neat hedge.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense, hedging bush. Deep green leaves are set off by the shiny purplish red new growth.
Lonicera syringantha 'Grandiflora'
Deciduous shrub
5'
Use in foundations, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Twiggy, arching shrub has intensely fragrant lavender flowers in spring and early summer.
Lupinus obtusilobus
1-2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lupinus paynei
Evergreen shrub
5-6'
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Leaves are silvery on this lupine; ultimate stature can be over 5'. Flowers can be red violet to dark purple, with
occasional other colors. CA native.
Lupinus polyphyllus var. burkei
Lupine
Deciduous perennial
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush green leaves form leafy mounds to 18"; spikes of bright lavender blue fls. in summer. California native from moist
mountain meadows and slopes.
Lupinus sericatus
Cobb Mountain lupine
Evergreen perennial
1'h/2'+w
Use on banks, in dry borders and native gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Wide silver leaves form low foliage mound; spikes of pinkish mauve flowers rise to 2' in spring. CA native.
Luzula nivea
Snowy woodrush
Rush
fl. stems to 18"
Use in shade gardens, borders, woodland gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Neat foliage clump of grey-green leaves to 8"; white flowers on tall stems in spring. Evergreen in most areas; may be
deciduous in coldest locations.
Luzula sylvatica 'Marginata'
Golden-edged woodrush
Grass
1 foot high by 2 feet wide
Used as a ground cover.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Broad gold-edged glossy leaves form wide mounds. Good in woodland displays. Airy flowers in spring. Evergreen.
Lygeum spartum
False esparto grass
Grass
2-3'
Use for groundcover, under trees or in meadows.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degMediterranean grass has fine, narrow grey-green leaves; summer flowers look like flecks of cotton, dried persistent tan
bracts are ornamental.
Lygodium japonicum--staked
Fern
4 to 8 feet tall
Good for shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Twines up onto any support or over walls. Vegetative and sporing fronds look different.
Climbing fern
Lyonia lucida
Fetter bush
Evergreen shrub
5-6' high
Use as foundation shrub, or in borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Leathery, dark green leaves on a bushy shrub; clusters of white urn-shaped flowers in spring and summer. Gaultheria
ally.
Lyonothamnus floribundus ssp. asplenifolius
Catalina ironwood
Evergreen tree
15-30 feet+ high
Showy specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Lacy leaves. Broad heads of white flowers bloom in early summer on erect, narrow tree with red bark. CA native.
Lysimachia ciliata 'Purpurea'
Deciduous perennial
To 3' high
Useful for perennial borders.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Leafy perennial with large purple-tinged leaves. Tall stems bearing clusters of bright yellow flowers in summer.
Lysimachia clethroides
Gooseneck loosetrife
Deciduous perennial
Up to 3' high and wide
Use it in perennial borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Vigorous, bushy perennial, leaves to 6" long. Striking spikes of white flowers in summer in arching clusters on tops of
leafy stems.
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
Golden creeping jenny
Deciduous perennial
4"h/3-4'+w
Use as ground cover, for showy color, in shade.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0degQuickly spreading, absolutely flat mat has golden leaves and creamy flowers. Great for bright color in shady places.
Maackia amurense
Deciduous tree
15'
Use as patio tree, or in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0degWhite fragrant pea fls. are tinged with blue and appear in mid summer on this small tree.
Machaeranthera (Aster) bigelovii
Purple aster
Deciduous perennial
2-3'
Use in dry borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dryland daisy makes masses of purple daisies in fall.
Macleaya cordata
Plume poppy
Deciduous perennial
6 feet+ high and wide
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Broad thickets of spreading upright stems with large blue-grey lobed leaves. Flesh pink flower plumes in summer on tops
of all the stems.
Macleaya microcarpa
Plume poppy
Deciduous perennial
5-6'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Large rounded grey leaves are held on erect stems; airy sprays of abundant tiny flowers create a pinkish cloud in
mid-summer. Great background plant.
Macleaya microcarpa 'Kelway's Coral Plume'
Plume poppy
Deciduous perennial
5-7'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading clumps put up stems with wide grey leaves topped by spikes of airy pink flowers to create a fluffy cloud
effect.
Magnolia 'Betty'
Deciduous shrub
8 feet+ high and wide
Showy specimen tree.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy growth. Attractive foliage. Tulip-shaped rose-pink flowers.
Magnolia
Magnolia denudata
Yulan magnolia
Deciduous tree
35' by 40'
Showy specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Deciduous, with graceful smooth trunks. 6" white, fragrant blooms in great quantities Feb. and March..
Magnolia 'Forrest's Pink'
Deciduous tree
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Deep pink broad flowers on bare branches in spring.
Magnolia x loebneri 'Dr. Merrill'
Deciduous shrub
10 feet+ high and wide
Showy specimen tree.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy growth. Attractive foliage. Many-petalled white flowers in spring.
Magnolia
Magnolia
Magnolia sieboldii
Deciduous tree
to 30'h
Bold display, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Can be grown as shrub or tree. Fragrant white and pink flowers in late spring.
Oyama magnolia
Star magnolia
Star magnolia
Magnolia 'Susan'
Deciduous shrub
8 feet+ high and wide
Showy specimen tree.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy growth. Attractive foliage. Tulip-shaped, purplish red flowers.
Magnolia
Magnolia 'Vulcan'
Deciduous tree
to 25'
Use for bold display.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Large ruby red flowers appear before the leaves on this impressive hybrid. Tree is rounded in form when mature.
Mahonia (Berberis) aquifolium
Oregon grape
Evergreen shrub
4-6'
Use in borders, foundation plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Stiff, durable shrub bears yellow flowers in spring that mature to blue edible berries. Cool sun on the coast, or light
shade inland.
Mahonia (Berberis) aquifolium 'Compacta'
Oregon grape
Evergreen shrub
2-4 feet high and wide
Used in foundation plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spreading to form a loose patch, this low shrub has attractive, prickly evergreen leaves, yellow flowers and blue berries.
Mahonia (Berberis) 'Arthur Menzies'
Oregon grape
Evergreen shrub
6'+ high
Used in foundation plantings, shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Very erect Mahonia with large leaves; spikes of showy bright yellow flowers in late winter and early spring, followed by
blue berries.
Creeping mahonia
Malacothamnus jonesii
Evergreen shrub
6'
Use on banks, in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Spreading upright stems have grey leaves and soft pink flowers in spring and summer. CA native.
Malacothamnus palmeri 'Hanging Valley'
Santa Lucia bush mallow
Evergreen shrub
6'
Use on banks, in dry borders or for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Bush mallow from Monterey County has wide grey leaves and congested heads of pink flowers in summer.
Malacothamnus palmeri 'Jolon'
Santa Lucia bush mallow
Evergreen shrub
4'
Use on banks, for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Spreading clumps with green leaves and white flowers in congested heads in spring and summer. CA native.
Malacothamnus palmeri var. lucianus
Arroyo Seco bush mallow
Evergreen shrub
4'
Use on banks and in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Grey green leaves on upright stems; spikes of lavender pink flowers in spring and summer.
Malus 'Centurion'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Mandevilla laxa
Chilean jasmine
Deciduous vine
10'+ high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Lush, attractive, dark green foliage. Clusters of fragrant white flowers in summer. Does well in hot sun.
Mandevilla laxa 'White Star'
Chilean jasmine
Deciduous vine
10'+h
Use on fences, trellis.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dark narrow leaves are a great background for the white, very fragrant trumpet flowers that appear in summer. Does
well in hot sun.
Marrubium bourgaei 'All Hallows Green'
Horehound
Evergreen perennial
12-18"
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Soft perennial has furry light mint green, rounded leaves that form a tight low mound. Foliage effect is quite striking;
flowers more subtle.
Marsilea drummondii
Common Nardoo
Water fern
To 1'h
Use in water gardens, poolside plantings
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense clumps, long stalks, large clover-like leaves on this water fern.
Matteuccia struthiopteris
Deciduous fern
To 6'h/3'w
Use in shady moist gardens.
Most soils. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0degStately fern is very graceful as it unfurls its fronds in spring; can spread to form colony.
Matudea insignis
Evergreen shrub
To 15'+
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Graceful,arching. Large, dark leaves, purple new growth
Meehania cordata
5"h/2-4'w
Most soils. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 10deg-
Ostrich fern
Melaleuca decussata
6-8'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Melaleuca incana
Grey honey myrtle
Evergreen shrub
6-9' tall by 6' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Large shrub with furry evergreen leaves; arching form with drooping branches. Small creamy flowers along the branches
in spring.
Melaleuca incana--staked
6-7''
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
6-7'h/8'w; soft, fuzzy grey leaves, cream flowers.
Melaleuca thymifolia
Honey myrtle
Evergreen shrub
3-5 feet tall
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy, arching growth and slender stems on this very compact shrub. Fragrant foliage. Puffs of pink flowers.
Melianthus comosus
Evergreen shrub
5-7'
Use in shrub borders, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Honey bush relative is finer in texture, and smaller in leaf and flower.
Melianthus major
Honey bush
Evergreen shrub
6-12' high, up to 6' wide
Use it as a specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
A striking shrub, making several often-contorted trunks from the base. Large feathery, grey-green leaves, topped by
spikes of deep red flowers.
Melianthus major 'Purple Haze'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Melica californica
California melic
Grass
12-18"
Use on banks, for naturalizing and in dry gardens.
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
California native bunchgrass is larger scale than M. imperfecta. Green leafy clumps to 12-18", flower stems to 30".
Melica ciliata
Hairy melic grass
Grass
1-2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low green leaves in tidy clumps; spring flowers on arching stems to 2' are creamy white with a fluffy appearance. From
Europe, Asia.
Melica imperfecta
California melic
Grass
1-2'
Use on banks, in borders, for naturalizing.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Slender stems and airy flowers are typical for this bright green CA bunchgrass. It grows well in sun or light shade. Leafy
clumps to 12" high.
Melinis nerviglumis
Ruby grass
Grass
1-2'
Use in mixed plantings, or rock gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fine textured grey-green lvs in dense clumps; soft pink, furry fls in spikes are held over the leaves in summer.
Melinis nerviglumis 'Savannah'
Ruby grass
Grass
1-2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Fine textured grey-green leaves form a low tidy clump; summer flowers are carried in a furry, rose pink tuft on 12"
stems. Limited reseeding.
Melittis melissophyllum
To 18"
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Clumping,with sweet-scented hairy lvs, purple to pink fls.
Melliodendron xylocarpum
Deciduous tree
To 20' h
Use in woodland gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Styrax ally has large dark green leaves, and many white bell flowers in summer.
Metasequoia glyptostroboides
Deciduous tree
To 50' by 30'
Showy specimen tree.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Symmetrical growth. Tiered branches. Soft, deciduous leaves. Fall color.
Dawn redwood
Michelia doltsopa
Michelia
Evergreen shrub
30'+ high/15' wide
Showy specimen tree.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Roundish, dense canopy. Fragrant cream-colored flowers in spring. Large leaves burned in cold winters.
Michelia doltsopa 'Silver Cloud'
Tree
30'+ high by 15 feet wide
Showy specimen tree.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Roundish, dense canopy. Large leaves. Fragrant cream-colored flowers.
Michelia
Michelia figo
Banana shrub
Evergreen shrub
10'+ high/wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Shiny evergreen leaves on a dense, shapely shrub; intensely fragrant creamy flowers held along the branches.
Michelia figo 'Port Wine'
Evergreen shrub
8' high/wide
Specimen shrub, foundations.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Glossy green leaves and purplish-red fragrant flowers on a neat, rounded shrub.
Banana shrub
Michelia x foggii
Evergreen tree
20'
Use for bold display, or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Hybrid elegant shrub/small tree bears fragrant white flowers in spring.
Michelia maudiae
Evergreen shrub
To 20'+
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Evergreen shrub or small tree. Blue-green leaves, spring white flowers have sweet, spicy scent, red fruits.
Michelia yunnanensis
Evergreen shrub
10'+h
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
To 8'+, bushy. Dark shiny leaves, fragrant white flowers.
Michelia yunnanensis 'Snowbird'
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Use for bold display, in foundation or mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dark green evergreen leaves; fragrant white flowers along the stems in spring, cinnamon scales on buds and stems.
Suncrest introduction.
Microlepia strigosa
Fern
2-3 feet high
Good for shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Easily-grown semi-hardy clumping fern with delicate-appearing fronds.
Lace fern
Mimulus aurantiacus
Monkeyflower
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Use on banks, dry borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
The common orange monkeyflower brightens California hillsides much of spring and summer. Prune to keep shapely.
Taller than many cultivars.
Mimulus aurantiacus 'Electric Pumpkin'
3'+
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degMimulus aurantiacus 'Pine Canyon'
Monkeyflower
Evergreen shrub
2'+
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degSelected for its light yellow ruffled flowers rather than the typical orange, this CA native shrub repeats bloom with
moderate watering.
Mimulus bifidus 'Cone Peak'
Monkeyflower
Evergreen shrub
1-2'
Use on banks, in dry borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degLeafy subshrub carries bright orange flowers in spring and summer. Bloom season is extended with occasional water.
CA native.
Mimulus bifidus--creamy yellow
Bush monkeyflower
Evergreen shrub
1-2'h/2'+w
For borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low and spreading, this cream-yellow monkeyflower covers its leaves with flowers in spring. Moderate summer water
will bring repeat bloom. CA native.
Mimulus bifidus 'Junipero Serra'
Mock azalea
Evergreen shrub
To 18"
Borders, banks, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Bushy, to 18". Large light orange flowers with white markings in the throat. Moderate summer water encourages repeat
bloom.
Mimulus cardinalis
Scarlet monkeyflower
Deciduous perennial
1-2 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders, poolside.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
This is a lush perennial found at streamsides in California and the West, with bright green leaves and tubular scarlet
flowers in summer.
Mimulus cardinalis 'Santa Cruz Island Gold'
Monkeyflower
Deciduous perennial
1-2'h
Use in moist flower gardens
Most soils. keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 10degStems with soft lush green lvs carry tubular golden orange fls at their tips on this Tilden Botanic Garden introduction.
Streamside CA native.
Mimulus puniceus
Bush monkey flower
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Use in borders, on banks, or for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bright red flowers on an upright shrub. Prune to keep compact; moderate water promotes long bloom. From Santa
Catalina Island.
Mimulus puniceus x longiflorus
Bush monkey flower
Evergreen shrub
Up to 3' high and wide
Use it in borders, on banks and mounds
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Showy native with upright stems, narrow resinous leaves, and large tubular, dark red flowers from late spring to fall.
Mimulus 'Richard's Red'
Monkey flower
Evergreen shrub
1-2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degLow shrub with dark green lvs and brittle branches; vivid true red flowers in flushes throughout spring and summer.
Hybrid of CA native species.
Mimulus 'Rosy Belle'
Monkeyflower
Deciduous perennial
1-2'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 10degHybrid monkeyflower carries bright pink flowers in summer. Parents are streamside dwellers, so it needs to be kept
moist.
Mimulus 'Ruby Slippers'
Monkeyflower
Evergreen shrub
18-24"
Use in mixed plantings, on banks or in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degCheery monkeyflower was selected at the UCSC Arboretum. Ruby red flowers are abundant on upright tidy plants. CA
native.
Mimulus 'Valentine'
Monkeyflower
Evergreen shrub
1-2'
Use on banks, in mixed plantings or dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Vibrant red flowers are set among bright green leaves on this monkeyflower selection. Moderate watering will encourage
repeat bloom.
Mimulus 'Yellow Belle'
Monkey flower
Deciduous perennial
1-2'h
Use in moist gardens.
Most soils. keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 10degLax stems with soft green leaves are sprinkled with golden yellow flowers in summer on this hybrid monkeyflower. CA
native.
Miscanthus --John Greenlee
6-8'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Miscanthus floridulus
6-8'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Miscanthus junceus
Okavanga delta grass
Grass
5-8' high
Use in mixed plantings, informal screens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Erect evergreen grass forms large sturdy clumps. Long leaves create a starburst effect. Flowers inconspicuous. From
southern Africa.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio'
Japanese silver grass
Grass
5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact selection holds flowers well over the narrow green leaves and reaches just 5' in height, with typical erect habit.
Deciduous in winter.
Eulalia
Eulalia
Zebra grass
Miscanthus sinensis--mixed
6'h
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0deg4-6' grass. Erect clumps, silvery fls.
Miscanthus transmorrisonensis
Evergreen miscanthus
Grass
Lvs. 3' h, clump 6'+ wide
Used as a large scale ground or bank cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense evergreen clumps of glossy green leaves to 3'. Graceful flower stems to 5'. Clumps can spread to 6'+ across in
time.
Mitraria coccinea
Evergreen shrub
To 5'+
Use in shade and woodland gardens, containers.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Sending out long limber stems that climb through other shrubs, this glossy leaved shrub can reach to 5'. Bright red
"goldfish" fls. in summer.
Modiolastrum lateritium
Modiolastrum
Evergreen perennial
18 inches high, 3 feet wide
Used in borders, meadows.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Broad carpets. Lush, dark leaves. Salmon flowers marked with red are carried on wandering stems.
Molinia caerulea 'Skyracer'
Tall moor grass
Grass
to 6-8'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degRich green leaves and erect habit distinguish this grass. Leaves grow to 2-3', fl. stems rise to 6'+. Effective in mixed
plantings.
Molinia caerulea 'Variegata'
Moor grass
Grass
Up to 3' high and broad
For borders, meadows, banks.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact clump with narrow 12-18" leaves, 3' summer flower stems. Flower heads are purplish, then tan. Deciduous in
winter.
Monarda punctata
Wild bergamot
Deciduous perennial
2'
Use in borders, mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Perennial beebalm carries heads of small spotted fls. in summer. Showy white and pink bracts are prominent under the
fl. heads.
Monochaetum
Montanoa arborescens
Evergreen shrub
10-20'h
Use in shrub borders.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Large, leafy shrub grows quickly and carries many clusters of showy creamy white daisies in fall.
Montanoa grandiflora
Mexican tree daisy
Evergreen shrub
10-15 feet high and wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Heavy, arching stems. Bold leaves and many fragrant white flowers in fall and early winter. Needs moderately frost free
site to fully bloom.
Moraea polystachya
Moraea
Cormous perennial
1-2 feet high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Arching, slender leaves and stems. Bright lavender, iris-like flowers appear in fall and early winter.
Moraea ramosissima
Moraea
Cormous perennial
1-3 feet tall
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Clumps of bright, shiny foliage put up well branched stems with many bright yellow flowers in spring.
Muhlenbergia capillaris
Hairy awn muhly
Grass
2 feet high & wide
Used in borders, meadows.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Long narrow leaves form a dense cushion to 2' high, with delicate, airy violet- colored flowers in late summer. Heat and
drought tolerant. Evergreen.
Muhlenbergia capillaris--purple/Florida
2'h/w
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degMuhlenbergia capillaris 'White Cloud'
White cloud muhly
Grass
2-4'
Use in mixed plantings for striking flower display.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degFrothy clusters of greenish ivory flowers sparkle in late summer over foliage clumps. Long narrow leaves form firm
dense cushions to 2' or more high.
Muhlenbergia dubia
Pine muhly
Grass
To 3' t. fl. stems
Use on banks or as filler in back of border.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Narrow foliage clump to 18" tall, with thin flower stems to 3' in summer and fall. Forms symmetrical rounded silhouette.
Evergreen.
Muhlenbergia dumosa
Bamboo muhly
Grass
To 6'
Borders, foundations.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Thin tough stems resemble bamboo, and carry many small green leaves. Makes a billowy silhouette in time. Slowly
spreading.
Muhlenbergia emersleyi
Grass
2'+ high and wide
Use on banks and in borders.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact grey-green clumps; airy sprays of silvery flowers in summer and fall.
Bull grass
Muhlenbergia filipes
Grass
2'h/w
Use in mixed plantings, on banks and dry borders.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLow dense clumps can reach 2-3' across. "Clouds" of tiny rose flowers appear over the foliage in late summer and fall.
Muhlenbergia gigantea
Grass
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Muhlenbergia lindheimeri
Lindheimer muhly
Grass
4'h/w
Used in borders, meadows.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Substantial foliage clumps to 3' are blue-green; thin stems of purple-silver flowers to 5'+ appear in late summer and fall.
Evergreen.
Muhlenbergia 'Pink Flamingo'
Pink flamingo muhly
Grass
3-4'
Use for bold display or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Erect leafy clumps to 3'+, sending up many striking light pink flower plumes in late summer and fall. Does well in warm
areas.
Muhlenbergia porteri
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade.
Muhlenbergia pubescens
Grass
30"
Use in borders, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Evergreen dense clumps to 30", flower stems carry soft grey flowers and rise to 4' in summer. Needs little maintenance.
Muhlenbergia richardsonis
Mat muhly
Grass
5" high, spreading
Use in meadow plantings or as groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very fine textured blue green grass forms low tangled wiry cushions in the warm season. Useful in informal meadow
plantings, dormant in winter.
Muhlenbergia rigens
Deer grass
Grass
3'+
borders
Most soils. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degRobust clumps with foliage to 18", thin flower stems to 3'+. Late summer flowering creates an ornamental silhouette.
CA native.
Muhlenbergia sp.--Mexico
Grass
6'
Use on banks, in mixed plantings and dry gardens.
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10degSturdy grass is similar to the CA native deer grass, but larger. Dense leafy clumps to 3', thin fl. stems to 6'+.
Mukdenia rossii (Aceriphyllum r.)
Deciduous perennial
2'
Use in shade and water gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low clumps with attractive lobed leaves turn bright colors in fall. Flower stems can rise to 2' and carry many small
white flowers in early spring.
Muscari macrocarpum
Muscari
Bulbous perennial
6-12" high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Long-lived, clumping bulbs. Sturdy leaves. Fragrant purple and yellow flowers.
Myoporum laetum 'Carsonii'
Evergreen shrub
20-30'
Use for hedging, screens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Fast growing tree/shrub for coastal or frost-free areas. Valued for quick screens. Small white summer fls. followed by
purple fruits.
Myrtle
Neomarica gracilis
Walking iris
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Clumping iris flowers spring to early summer. Flowers have white outer petals, with inner segments marked with blue,
brown and yellow.
Nepeta x faassenii
Catmint
Evergreen perennial
1-2' high/wide
Used in borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Soft, furry, aromatic grey leaves form low mounds; lavender flowers on spikes are abundant in spring, with scattered
flowers in summer.
Nepeta x faassenii 'Blue Wonder'
Catmint
Evergreen perennial
12-18" high/wide
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Blue-lavender flowers clusters through summer over greyish green, aromatic leaves. Shear for repeat waves of flowers.
Nepeta x faassenii 'Snowflake'
White catmint
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in borders, mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Catmint. 1'mound. Grey-green nicely aromatic lvs, white fls. in spring and summer.
Nepeta x faassenii 'Walker's Low'
Catmint
Evergreen perennial
6"h/2'w
Use in borders, on banks, in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low, spreading mats of aromatic foliage bear bright lavender blue fls in spring and throughout the summer. Shear
periodically to encourage bloom.
Nepeta x faassenii--white
Flowering perennial
1-2 feet high and wide
Used in borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Mounding growth. Soft, furry, aromatic leaves. Small white flowers.
Catmint
Catmint
Catmint
Nepeta --mixed
2'
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10degCatmint. Low mounds, lavender blue fls.
Nerine bowdenii 'Wayne's Rose'
Nerine
Bulbous perennial
2 feet high
For containers, rock gardens, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense clumps. Attractive shiny leaves. Large pink flower clusters in fall.
Nerine filamentosa
Nerine
Bulbous perennial
8-12 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense clumps with thread-like leaves. Spidery pink flowers in fall.
Nerine hybrid--unusual deep red
2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Hardy bulb, to 2'; large deep red flowers.
Nerine masoniorum
Nerine
Bulbous perennial
4-8 inches high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense clumps. Attractive shiny leaves. Pink flower clusters in fall.
Nerine sarniensis 'Blanchfleur'
Bulbous perennial
1-2 feet high
Good for pots.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense clumps. Attractive shiny leaves. Large white flowers in fall.
Guernsey Lily
Guernsey lily
Guernsey lily
Guernsey lily
Guernsey lily
Guernsey lily
Guernsey lily
Guernsey lily
Nolina bigelovii
Desert nolina
Evergreen shrub
3-9'
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Slow growing desert species develops a trunk in time, crowned with the rosette of leaves. Spikes of cream flowers can be
3-5' long.
Nolina microcarpa
Evergreen perennial
3'clump
Use in dry gardens, banks, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tough narrow leaves form graceful, long lasting clumps. Short spikes of creamy white flowers are produced in summer.
Nolina parryi
Evergreen shrub
3-6'
Use in dry borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Developing a short trunk over time, this species keeps terminal rosettes. Stems of white flowers can reach 5'. CA native.
Nolina texana
Bear grass
Evergreen perennial
3-4'
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Narrow, tough leaves form a dense rounded clump; white flowers on short stems are produced in summer. Plants do not
form trunk.
Nothofagus antarctica
Deciduous tree
to 50'
Use as foundation tree
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Fern like dark green leaves turn yellow in fall; open growth habit makes handsome form.
Southern beech
Nothofagus cunninghamii
Southern beech
Evergreen tree
To 50'+
Foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Elegant evergreen tree to 50'. Sprays of small, dark shiny leaves are carried on arching and spreading branches.
Nothofagus dombeyi
30'+
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Odontonema callistachyum
6'+h
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
To 8'. Lush green lvs, purple fls in spikes. Long bloom.
Oenothera caespitosa
Desert evening primrose
Evergreen perennial
6-12" by 2'
For borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact clumps with grey leaves; huge white flowers with pink tinge are fragrant at night. CA native.
Oenothera fruticosa 'Fyrverkeri'
Evergreen perennial
1-2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degMaroon leaves carry 18" stems with red buds that open to large vivid yellow flowers.
Oenothera missouriensis
Missouri evening primrose
Deciduous perennial
4-8" by 3'
Used in borders, meadows.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Prostrate stems have long green leaves. Huge yellow flowers are displayed in late spring and summer
Oenothera missouriensis 'Greencourt Lemon'
Missouri evening primrose
Deciduous perennial
1'h/2'w
Borders, rock gardens, flower beds.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Silvery leaves on prostrate stems; large pale yellow flowers in summer. Tough and beautiful perennial.
Oenothera rosea
Evergreen perennial
3" high by 1 foot wide
Used in borders, meadows.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense mats. Small evergreen leaves. Deep pink flowers spring-fall.
Oenothera speciosa
Mexican evening primrose
Deciduous perennial
18"+
Use as groundcover on banks, among shrubs.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degLight pink to white flowers are quite showy on this widely spreading groundcover. Best in sun.
Oenothera speciosa 'Rosea'
Deciduous perennial
18"+
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degLarge pink flowers on spreading stems. Lovely in spring.
Olive
Navelwort
Mondo grass
Ophiopogon jaburan
To 12"
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Ophiopogon jaburan 'Vittatus'
Evergreen perennial
To 12"
Use in shade gardens, as groundcover, or in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clump forming perennial with white stripes on young leaves that age green. Small white fls. develop into metallic blue
fruits.
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Gyoku Ryu'
Mondo grass
Evergreen perennial
To 6"
Use in shade gardens, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very low, dense form of mondo grass forms carpet, purple berries follow lavender flowers.
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Kyoto'
Evergreen perennial
To 4"
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very low, dense dark green carpet for shade, purple berries.
Mondo grass
Origanum vulgare
Evergreen perennial
Low
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low, easy perennial makes spreading mats; dense heads of light pink fls. are held on 18" stems in summer.
Origanum vulgare 'Kaliteri'
Greek oregano
Evergreen perennial
18"
Use in herb gardens, mixed plantings, dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Grey leaves are quite aromatic; heads of white fls appear in spring and summer. This selection said to be "the best" for
flavor and aroma.
Origanum vulgare ssp. hirtum
Greek oregano
Evergreen perennial
Low
Use in herb gardens, for edging and in mixed plantings.,
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low green leafy cushions are pleasantly aromatic and can be used for seasoning; clusters of small white fls, summer.
Origanum 'White Anniversary'
Marjoram
Evergreen perennial
8" high/2-3' wide.
Use in perennial border, shade border.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low mounds of broad cream variegated leaves form 2-3' wide groundcover with white summer flowers.
Ornithogalum thyrsoides
Chincherinchee
Bulbous perennial
2'+h
Use in containers, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Green leaves can reach 12" and are lax; striking spikes of bright white flowers appear in spring and summer.
Orphium frutescens
Evergreen perennial
18"
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Stocky erect subshrubs have bright green leaves; shiny bright pink rounded flowers appear in clusters at stem tips in late
spring/summer.
Orthrosanthus chimboracensis v. centroamericanus
Morning flag
Evergreen perennial
1-2 feet high and wide
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Iris-like clumping plants makes tight erec;t mound; spikes of bright blue flowers appear in spring and summer.
Osmanthus x burkwoodii
Evergreen shrub
To 6'
Use as foundation shrub, or in borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact, evergreen shrub with firm shiny green leaves carries white fragrant flowers along the branches in spring.
Osmanthus decorus
Evergreen shrub
5-7'
Foundations, shrub borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Leathery dark green leaves on a spreading shrub; small white fragrant flowers in spring.
Osmanthus delavayi
Osmanthus
Evergreen shrub
4-6 feet high and wide
Beautiful specimen shrub, foundation plant.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spreading, neat growth. Dark evergreen leaves, fragrant white flowers in late spring.
Osmanthus x fortunei 'San Jose'
Evergreen shrub
6'+ high and wide
Used in foundation plantings.
Tolerates heavy soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Slow, dense, evergreen with holly-like leaves. Fragrant cream-orange flowers bloom in Oct.
Osmanthus
Osmanthus fragrans
Sweet olive
Evergreen shrub
10'+ high/wide
Used in foundation plantings.
Tolerates heavy soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Compact, dense, habit. Can be kept as a shrub or trained as a small tree. Tiny, white fragrant flowers in spring-summer.
False shamrock
Oxalis brasiliensis
Oxalis
Bulbous perennial
Up to 1' high
Used for low borders, rock gardens, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Non-invasive species with green green leaves, many rose-pink flowers in spring.
Oxalis depressa (inops)
1'h
Most soils. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
6", spreading, bright green leaves., rose-pink fls.
Oxalis hirta
Tuberous perennial
5 inches high
For borders, containers.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Makes small mats. Fall to winter growth, bright rose-pink flowers. Summer dormant.
Wood sorrel
Lucky clover
Pachysandra procumbens
Allegheny spurge
Deciduous perennial
6-12"
Use as groundcover in shady gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Slowly spreading perennial with mottled grey leaves and short spikes of fragrant white fls. in spring. Can be evergreen in
mild climates.
Pandorea jasminoides 'Alba'
Bower vine
Evergreen vine
10-20 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lush growth. Shiny evergreen leaves. Clusters of large, tubular white flowers.
Pandorea jasminoides 'Lady Di'
10-20'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Bower vine; dark, shiny leaves; clusters white trumpets.
Pandorea jasminoides 'Rosea Superba'
Bower vine
Vine
10-20 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lush growth. Shiny evergreen leaves. Clusters of large, bright pink with deep red throat, tubular flowers.
Pandorea jasminoides 'Variegata'
Bower vine
Vine
10-20 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lush growth. Shiny evergreen leaves with creamy margins. Clusters of large, tubular pink flowers.
Pandorea pandorana
Wonga wonga vine
Evergreen vine
20 feet+ high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Massive vine. Attractive evergreen leaves are covered with clusters of cream-colored flowers in spring.
Pandorea pandorana 'Golden Showers'
Wonga wonga vine
Evergreen vine
20'+h
Use on large trellis, fences.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Vigorous vine is covered in spring with clusters of golden yellow fls. that are flushed red in bud. Shiny leaves look good
all year.
Panicum bulbosum
To 3'
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Panicum virgatum 'Cloud Nine'
Tall switch grass
Grass
To 6'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tall switch grass has very erect blue stems to 6'+. Pale flowers appear at tips in summer. Deciduous in winter.
Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'
Blue switch grass
Grass
To 5'+
Use in borders, flower gardens and mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very erect form, to 5' on this prairie grass. Blue lvs. all season; dormant in winter.
Panicum virgatum 'Prairie Sky'
Blue switch grass
Grass
4'+
Use in borders, on banks.
Tolerates heavy soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Erect spreading grass, very blue-green leaves and airy flowers. Yellow fall color, dormant in winter.
Panicum virgatum 'Rotstrahlbusch'
Red switch grass
Grass
Up to 4' high and wide
Use it in borders, on banks, for meadows.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Makes dense thickets, with graceful, slender stems, red-tinged leaves and lacy flower panicles in summer. Vivid red fall
color. Winter-deciduous.
Papaver pilosum
Evergreen perennial
1 foot high
For borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Fuzzy evergreen leaves, slender stems, bright soft orange flowers.
Perennial poppy
Parahebe
Parochetus communis
Shamrock pea
Deciduous perennial
3"+ high
Good for rock gardens, shade gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense spreading carpets of bright, lush green foliage. Bright blue pea flowers held above the leaves in spring, with
scattered bloom till fall.
Parrotia persica
Persian parrotia
Deciduous tree
Up to 30' high and wide
Showy small specimen tree.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tiered habit. Large, deeply veined leaves turning brilliant shades in fall. Clusters of small flowers w/red stamens in
spring.
Parthenocissus henryana 'Green Velvet'
Deciduous vine
To 10'+
Use it on walls, fences, arbors
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Beautiful dark green velvety leaves turn vivid red to orange in fall. Clings to surfaces. Blue berries.
Parthenocissus henryana--white-veined
Silvervein creeper
Deciduous vine
10-30 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Showy silver-patterned leaves display best color when grown in shade. Decorative blue berries. Good red fall color.
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Virginia creeper
Deciduous vine
20 + feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Vigorous vine with attractive divided leaves. Fine fall color. Decorative berries.
Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Purple Falls'
Deciduous vine
To 20'+
Use on fences, walls, trellis.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Attractive vigorous vine has nice plum purple fall color.
Virginia creeper
Pasithea caerulea
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Borders, banks, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Grassy, green leaves in clump. Stems to 2' carry bright blue flowers in late spring. Can go completely dormant in
summer.
Passiflora actinia
Passion flower
Evergreen vine
10-30'
Use on fences, trellis.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Oval lvs with purple undersides. Bloom is in spring and fall, with many scented white fls. with showy purple striped
filaments.
Passiflora adenopoda
Passion flower
Evergreen vine
10'+
Use on fences, trellis.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Tender/protect
Distinguished by the short hairs on leaves that cling to any surface, this passion flower produces white flowers. White
filaments have purple stripes.
Passiflora alata 'Ruby Glow'
Evergreen vine
10-30'
Use in frost free gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Tender/protect
Tender passionflower carries very fragrant flowers with maroon petals and violet filaments.
Passiflora antioquiensis
Passion flower
Evergreen vine
10-30'
Use for showy flowers.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Species passion flower needs coastal conditions, dislikes heat. Incredible vivid pink flowers are carried at tips of long fl.
stems in cool season.
Passiflora 'Blue Bouquet'
Evergreen vine
10-30'
Use on fences, walls.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Vigorous vine has lavender blue flowers with darker center in summer. Rick McCain hybrid.
Passiflora 'Blue Horizon' TM
Passion flower
Evergreen vine
10-30'
Use on walls, fences.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
White petals behind a purple blue corona on this very showy P. Worley hybrid passion flower. Summer bloom.
Passiflora caerulea
Blue crown passion flower
Evergreen vine
15'+
Use on walls, fences, trellis.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Greenish white flowers with purple crown are ornamental in summer. Dies to the ground in colder climates.
Passiflora caerulea 'Constance Elliott'
White passion vine
Evergreen vine
10 to 15 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Luxuriant growth. Bright evergreen leaves, white flowers in summer.
Passiflora caerulea 'Spyder' TM
Evergreen vine
To 10'+
Use on fences, trellis.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Narrow segments on leaves get quite large when grown in shade. White flowers with blue filaments appear in summer.
Passiflora citrina
Passion vine
Evergreen vine
Up to 10' high, 15'+ wide
Use it on fences, trellises, walls.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Unusual species with nearly triangular, 3-lobed leaves. It carries 2" yellow bells much of the year, most heavily in fall.
Passiflora 'Coral Glow'
Coral passion vine
Evergreen vine
20 + feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lush, rampant growth. 3-lobed evergreen leaves with satiny texture. Showy coral-pink flowers up to 4" broad.
Passionflower
Passiflora 'Jeannette'
10-30'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Passiflora 'Kewensis'
Evergreen vine
10-30'
Use in protected locations on fences, trellis.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Hybrid passionflower has bubble gum pink flowers with a white corona. Protect from hard frost.
Passiflora 'Lavender Lady'
Passion vine
Evergreen vine
10-20 feet high
Used for walls, fences, trellises.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Lush growth, shiny evergreen leaves, 2-tone lavender flowers most of year.
Passiflora 'Leonor'
Evergreen vine
10-30'
Use on fences, trellis.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Large flowers have light violet petals, blue filaments on this hybrid passionflower.
Passionflower
Patersonia fragilis
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in borders, flower gardens, foundations.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Tough firm leaves in evergreen clumps. Spikes of rounded blue flowers appear in late spring.
Patersonia glabrata
Evergreen perennial
1-2 feet high
For borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Iris relative making compact evergreen clumps. Lavender flowers.
Australian iris
Patersonia occidentalis
Evergreen perennial
1-2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Evergreen leaves form tight clumps to 18". Flower spikes hold a series of rounded bright blue flowers in spring and early
summer.
Patrinia scabiosifolia
Deciduous perennial
4'
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLarge leaves on low foliage clumps; mid to late summer brings full fluffy heads of small acid yellow flowers. Showy.
Paullinia thalictrifolia--staked
Evergreen vine
10' + high and wide
Trellis and fence vine
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Twining fern like vine. Delicate appearing foliage, yet strong. Granny-Smith apple green leaf color. Collected in
Chiapas, Mexico.
Paulownia tomentosa
Empress tree
Deciduous tree
30'+
Use for bold effect.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Large leaves give bold, tropical effect. Round brown fl. buds carried all winter, open to showy spikes of purple trumpet
fls in spring on bare stems.
Pelargonium cordifolium
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Erect stems carry large heart shaped, grey-green leaves; dark pink flowers appear in spring and summer.
Pelargonium crispum 'Dissectum'
Evergreen shrub
2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Pelargonium 'French Lace'
Evergreen shrub
To 2'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Creamy yellow and green leaves make a fairly upright billowy mass; pink flowers in spring.
Scented geranium
Pelargonium tomentosum
Peppermint geranium
Evergreen shrub
1-2'h/5'w
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Quick growing geranium has velvety light green leaves with a minty fragrance. Small white flowers are displayed in
early summer. Protect from frost.
Pelargonium 'Veronica Contreras'
Scented geranium
Evergreen shrub
To 2'+
Use in flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Dense subshrub to 2' has sweetly fragrant, crinkled green leaves and many light pink flowers with vivid pink centers in
early summer.
Pellaea andromedifolia
Evergreen fern
1'h
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10deg1' native rock fern; wiry stems, dark green leaflets.
Coffee fern
Pellaea falcata
Evergreen fern
12-20"h
Shade border and pot plant.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Light shade. Tender/protect
Slow spreading colonies formed of glossy dark green segments on 1'+fronds.
Sickle fern
Pellaea mucronata
Bird's foot fern
Fern
1 foot high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tough, hardy native. Wiry black stems, small blue-green leaflets.
Pellaea rotundifolia
Button fern
Fern
6 to 12" high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Rounded, glossy, dark green leaflets line wiry stems that arch forming airy mound. Fairly easily grown fern in sun on
coast, dappled shade inland.
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Caudatum'
1-2'
Most soils. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'
Chinese pennisetum
Grass
2' tall, 3'+ broad
Used in borders, meadows, on banks.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Graceful fountain-like clump, with dark, narrow leaves. Flowers in summer with cream "brushes", turning pale tan.
Deciduous in winter.
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Little Bunny'
Chinese pennisetum
Grass
1' or less high, spreading
Used for borders, meadows, banks.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dwarf selection forms dense hummocks, with 6", nearly horizontal stems, dark green leaves, turning golden yellow in
fall. Winter deciduous.
Pennisetum frutescens
Naked fountain grass
Grass
4-5'
Use as background grass, or for erosion control.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Clumping, tall flowering grass has evergreen, glaucous blue-green stems that persist after leaves fall, creating an
interesting effect in winter.
Pennisetum massaicum
Red bunny tails
Grass
2'
Use in meadows or mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping dark green grass is topped by showy "rabbit's foot" flowers that emerge reddish black and dry to a deep tan.
Spring to summer bloom.
Pennisetum orientale
Oriental fountain grass
Grass
18 inches high and wide
Used in borders, meadows.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping. Glossy, blue-green leaves turn yellowish-straw color in winter months. Showy pink flowers in summer.
Pennisetum orientale 'Tall Tails'
Oriental fountain grass
Grass
Fl stem to 5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Clumping grass with low green leaves; tall stems carry tan to light pink drooping plumes in summer and fall.Leaves die
down in winter.
Pennisetum setaceum 'Cupreum'
Fountain grass
Grass
2-4 feet tall
Good for containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Shiny burgundy deciduous foliage, clumping. Plumelike pinkish flower heads. Semi-deciduous in winter. Cut back in
early spring.
Pennisetum setaceum 'Eaton Canyon'
Dwarf fountain grass
Grass
2'h x 2'w
Use in front of border and in flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Low clumps of greenish purple leaves; pinkish plumes of flowers in summer.
Pennisetum spathiolatum (sphacelatum?)
Slender veldt grass
Grass
2'
Use in mixed plantings, in meadows, or borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Evergreen grass sends up 2-3' vertical flower stalks which sway over lower mounding foliage. Not known to be weedy.
Pennisetum setaceum 'Red Riding Hood'
Dwarf red fountain grass
Grass
18"
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dwarf form of red fountain grass has narrow red leaves and pink plumes in summer. Cut back in early spring.
Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum Dwarf'
3'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Dwarf red fountain grass. To 3', pink plumes in summer.
Penstemon alamosensis
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in dry gardens, on banks, or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low rosettes of oval blue-grey leaves are attractive all year; fl. spikes to 2'+ carry vivid coral orange flowers in summer
and fall.
Penstemon 'Arctic Fox'
12-18"
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Penstemon azureus
Azure penstemon
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use on banks, in dry borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low penstemon puts up stems of yellow buds that open to bright blue flowers in spring and early summer. CA native.
Penstemon azureus var. angustissimus
Evergreen perennial
1-2'
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low blue-green narrow leaves are evergreen. Spikes of bright blue flowers appear from yellow buds in spring and
summer. CA native.
Penstemon barbatus
Evergreen perennial
1-2'
Borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Basal foliage clump is glossy green; 18 inch flower spikes carry dark pink flowers in summer.
Penstemon campanulatus
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10degNarrow green leaves on densely clumping plant. Light purple and white flowers in spring and summer.
Penstemon campanulatus hybrids
Evergreen perennial
to 2'h
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10degCheery spikes of narrow flowers range from pink to lavender to purple in this floriferous seed strain. Smaller scale than
gloxinioides hybrids.
Penstemon cardinalis
Penstemon
Evergreen perennial
Up to 3' high and wide
Borders, banks, flower gardens, naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Robust perennial makes compact clumps, with rounded green leaves up to 8" long. Tall stems display clusters of 1"
tubular true red flowers.
Penstemon centranthifolius
Scarlet bugler
Evergreen perennial
2-4'
Use on banks, in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Thick somewhat succulent grey leaves stay low; spikes of red flowers attract hummingbirds in spring and summer. CA
native.
Penstemon clevelandii hybrid
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in dry borders and on banks, in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low grey leaves with firm substance; bright rose pink flowers are carried on 2'+ spikes in spring and summer. Hybrid of
CA species.
Penstemon cobaea
Wild foxglove
Evergreen perennial
2' high
Use in borders and flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Broad glossy basal leaves; spikes carry big lavender purple flowers in late spring and summer. Largest flower of the
genus.
Penstemon cyananthus
Wasatch penstemon
Evergreen perennial
1-2'
Use in rock gardens, dry borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low shiny green leaves stay in a basal rosette; flower spikes to 2' rise in early summer and carry bright blue flowers.
Penstemon 'Dainty Pink'
2'h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Garden penstemon
Penstemon oliganthus
Mountain meadow penstemon
Evergreen perennial
18"
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Stems of dainty light blue purple fls with white throat form clouds of color over low green leaves on this lovely mtn
penstemon.
Penstemon palmeri
Beardtongue
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dryland penstemon puts up long spikes of fragrant pink flowers over toothed leaves. Native to southern California
deserts and the southwest.
Penstemon 'Papal Purple'
Evergreen perennial
18"
Use in flower gardens, for edging or dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dark green leaves stay low and neat; spikes of light purple fls. with white throats appear in summer.
Penstemon x parishii
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use on banks, in dry borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Hybrid of California native penstemons has tall stems of vivid pink to cerise flowers held over firm textured grey leaves.
Spring to summer bloom.
Penstemon parryi
2'+
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Penstemon 'Pike's Peak Purple'
Evergreen perennial
1'+h
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degCompact penstemon with narrow leaves. Purple flowers have striped throat. Spring to fall bloom.
Penstemon pinifolius 'Compactus'
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in containers, rock gardens, for edging.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tidy shrublet to 1' has needle like green leaves and bright red-orange flowers on spikes held over the leaves. Great for
small scale plantings.
Penstemon spectabilis
Beard tongue
Evergreen perennial
2-3 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Sturdy, large-leaved perennial carries tall stems of blue purple or pinkish purple flowers in spring. CA native.
Penstemon strictus
Rocky Mountain penstemon
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use in borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spikes of rich blue purple flowers are carried in summer over mats of shiny green leaves.
Penstemon 'Tower of Power' TM
Evergreen perennial
3'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15degTall stems carry generous clusters of rose-purple flowers with white centers. Long bloom.
Penstemon 'Utah Natives'
Prairie penstemon
Evergreen perennial
1 foot+ high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low evergreen foliage mats. Upright stems. Flowers white to red, purple.
Penstemon utahensis
Evergreen perennial
18"
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Penstemon venustus
2'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Penstemon whippleanus
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings, dry borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Medium green leaves stay in a low mound; flower stems to 2' carry darkest purple flowers in summer.
Pernettya mucronata 'Rubra'
Evergreen shrub
2-4'h/w
Use in shrub borders,or as foundation
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Neat evergreen shrubs have white urn shaped flowers in spring, followed by bright rose red berries. Suckering habit.
Great ground cover.
Perovskia abrotanoides
Russian sage
Deciduous perennial
3-5' high/wide
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Upright, arching stems. Dissected leaves. Airy sprays of lavender flowers in summer, white stems. Can spread to form
nice patch.
Perovskia 'Filigran'
Russian sage
Deciduous shrub
To 3'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dissected white leaves; spikes of lavender blue flowers in summer. Can take moderate to little water, and spread to form
wide patch.
Perovskia 'Longin'
Russian sage
Deciduous shrub
4' high, 2' wide
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Showy, furry purple flower calyx with protruding lavender flower. Toothed silvery-grey aromatic leaves. In winter,
prune to ground, for strong shoots.
Persicaria affinis 'Dimity'
Deciduous perennial
1'h/2'+w
Use as edging, in front of moist borders.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dark green mats produce short spikes of dark rose pink flowers in summer. Keep moist for best results.
Philadelphus 'Fallbrook'
Deciduous shrub
To 5-7'
Foundations, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Very long blooming cultivar. White, flat petalled flowers in spring and summer.
Mock orange
Philadelphus 'Galahad'
Mock orange
Deciduous shrub
To 6'
Use as foundation shrub, in borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Small leaved cultivar of mock orange. Fragrant white flowers in early summer. Dense growth.
Philadelphus lewisii 'Covelo'
Mock orange
Deciduous shrub
6-8' high,10' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Arching stems with bright 3" toothed green leaves produce fragrant 2" white flowers from mid spring to summer. CA
native.
Philadelphus lewisii 'Goose Creek'
Mock orange
Deciduous shrub
6-8' high,10' wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Arching stems to 6-8'. Clean green leaves, lightly fragrant 1-1/2" double white flowers bloom late spring and summer.
CA native.
Philadelphus mexicanus
Mock orange
Evergreen shrub
Vining to15' +
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Arching stems, bright green leaves. Intensely fragrant cream-colored flowers in summer. Can be grown as shrub or vine.
Deciduous with hard frost.
Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow'
Mock-orange
Deciduous shrub
To 3-4'
Use it as a specimen shrub, in mixed plantings, etc.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Graceful shrub with closely branched stems, small dark furry leaves, and intensely fragrant white flowers in summer.
Philotheca myoporoides 'Galaxy'
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use in borders, foundations, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction. Rounded shrub has many starry white flowers in winter and spring that open from
pink buds. Leaves have spicy scent.
Philotheca myoporoides 'Profusion'
Long leaf waxflower
Evergreen shrub
4-6'
Use for foundations, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Upright rounded shrub with aromatic leaves, and many white star-shaped flowers carried along the stems in winter and
spring.
Philotheca verrucosa 'Starbright'
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use for foundations, in borders and flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction. Many starry pink flowers are held along the stems in late winter and spring, with
scattered bloom throughout year.
Phleum nodosum
Grass
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Phlomis cashmeriana
18"
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10deg-
Timothy
Phlomis cretica
Evergreen shrub
18"h/3-4'w
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10degThick, furry triangular leaves form dense, low dome. Bright yellow flowers in early spring.
Phlomis fruticosa
Jerusalem sage
Evergreen shrub
3-5' high/wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy growth. Furry evergreen leaves. Balls of bright yellow flowers in spring and early summer.
Phlomis lanata
Evergreen shrub
2'h/3'w
Banks, borders, dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low, dense shrub with small, rounded yellowish green leaves. Clusters of golden yellow flowers in summer.
Phlomis lychnitis
Evergreen shrub
8-12"
Use in rock gardens, dry borders.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low clumps of grey-green leaves; heads of yellow fls are carried in spring.
Phlomis monocephala
Evergreen shrub
4'
Use in dry borders, on banks and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense rounded shrub to 4' retains golden yellow leaves all year. Typical yellow flowers appear in spring.
Phlomis purpurea
Evergreen shrub
5' high by 4' wide
Use in shrub borders, dry gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Felted grey leaves on this evergreen shrub; dense clusters of purplish pink flowers on tall stems.
Phlomis samia
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use in borders, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps produce spikes with pink flowers in interrupted clusters in early summer.
Phlomis taurica
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Perennial phlomis keeps broad furry leaves low; flower spikes to 2' carry heads of soft pink flowers.
Phlox 'Chattahoochee'
8-12"
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Phlox 'Miller's Hybrid'
Creeping phlox
Evergreen perennial
Low mat, up to 2' broad
Use for perennial borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense mat with dark, narrow leaves. Masses of bright pink 5-petalled flowers in spring.
Phormium 'Alison Blackman'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
4' high
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degOlive green leaves with broad creamy yellow striping stay fairly erect on this cultivar of flax. Nice color and structure
for the winter garden.
Phormium 'Apricot Queen'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
3-5 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Tough, evergreen leaves banded with yellow, and an apricot flush. Good winter color.
Phormium 'Carousel'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
3'+
Use in mixed plantings, for year round color.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Compact New Zealand flax has bronze leaves with pink and light orange edges, presenting a light, bright combination.
Phormium colensoi 'Chocolate Baby'
Mountain flax
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use for good form and color year-round.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Chocolate brown leaves provide good contrast for perennial and annual flowers.
Phormium colensoi 'Cream Delight'
Mountain Flax
Evergreen perennial
3'
Borders, specimen, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Smaller growing flax; arching leaves with creamy yellow centers, green edges and reddish edges.
Phormium colensoi--dwarf selection
Mountain flax
Evergreen perennial
To 3'
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dwarf form of New Zealand flax is tidy all year with clean green leaves. Yellow-green flowers mature to striking black
seed pods.
Phormium colensoi 'Emerald Dwarf'
Evergreen perennial
To 2'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
2' clump of broad dark, shiny green leaves looks good all year. Summer flowers are yellow-green.
Phormium colensoi 'Flamingo'
Evergreen perennial
3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Popular perennial makes neat clumps of soft rose and bronze leaves.
Phormium 'Dazzler'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
3'h/ 3'+ w
Use in mixed plantings, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Wide, dark red leaves have dark pink stripes and drooping tips. Graceful form.
Phormium 'Doug's Warrior'
4-5'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Phormium 'Duet'
Mountain flax
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Good looking foliage year-round.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dwarf flax has green leaves with creamy yellow edges. Provides good color and form all year and is a nice backdrop for
perennial flowers.
Phormium 'Dusky Chief'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
Leaves up to 4-5' tall
Use it for bold display, in borders, rockery.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Tightly clumping, with shoots of folded, sword-shaped leaves, colored a uniform reddish purple, even more vivid in
winter.
Phormium 'Ed Carman'
Evergreen perennial
3'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Shiny narrow milk chocolate brown leaves have silvery/pink edges on this quiet, elegant selection of New Zealand flax.
Phormium 'Evening Glow'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
3-4'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Soft reddish pink leaves have red purple margins on this striking N.Z. flax cultivar. Leaves are somewhat lax, creating a
soft clump.
Phormium 'Firebird'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
4-6'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Bright rose red leaves have bronze margins, colors soften with time. This flax has a firmly erect habit, creating striking
upright clumps.
Phormium 'Golden Ray'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
4-5'
Use in mixed plantings, for bold effect.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Sturdy perennial with olive green leaves flushed pinkish orange when young and with wide gold margins when mature.
Phormium 'Green Glow'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
4-5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Upright clumps of wide green leaves are attractive all year; providing structure among more ephemeral perennials and
annuals.
Phormium 'Guardsman'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
6-7'+
Specimen, foundations, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Strong erect clumps colored dark pink and maroon, with red margins.
Phormium 'Hawkin's Sport'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degShiny brown leaves with green centers are twisted, creating an attractive form. Compact size makes it useful in many
planting situations.
Phormium 'Jester'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
4'
Use for contrast and bold display.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degMuted bronze/green leaves with soft coral pink centers make lax clumps.
Phormium 'Lady in Red'
New Zealand flax
Evergreen perennial
4-5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Wide reddish brown leaves with drooping tips are graceful on this selection of New Zealand flax. Provides good winter
texture and color in the garden.
Phormium 'Lime Crush'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degPhormium 'Margaret Jones'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degPhormium 'Misty Cream'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Phormium 'Pancho's Sport'
Evergreen perennial
4-5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degErect leaves have greenish chocolate centers and creamy yellow edges. Sport of 'Rainbow Chief'.
Phyllostachys bambusoides
Bamboo
30-70 feet high
Spectacular tall screen.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spectacular "groves" of bright green stems, masses of dark leaves. Spreading.
Timber bamboo
Phyllostachys bissettii
Bamboo
To 30'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading, with a dense habit. Upright culms carry drooping leaves. More heat tolerant than some species.
Phyllostachys bissettii 'Dwarf'
To 18'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Phyllostachys decora
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Phyllostachys dulcis
Sweetshoot bamboo
Bamboo
To 40'
Screens, hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Brushes of deep green leaves along stems, running type. Green stems to 2" across, shoots lack bitter taste of other
species.
Phyllostachys edulis (P. pubescens)--sel. forms
Bamboo
30-70 feet high
For giant grove effects.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spectacular thickets. Showy culms, elegant dark foliage.
Moso bamboo
Phyllostachys praecox
Bamboo
30'
Use for hedging; large areas.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spreading bamboo with tall stems that can be 3" in diameter. Lush, dark, shiny leaves; edible shoots.
Phyllostachys rubromarginata
Bamboo
30-50'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
30'+; culms to 2" diameter;
Phyllostachys sp.--bambusoides complex
Bamboo
30-70 feet high
Giant grove effects.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Large thickets. Dark green stems, lacy clouds of narrow leaves.
Green bamboo
Phyllostachys vivax
Timber bamboo
Bamboo
35-70'
Use as hedge or screen, in large plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Fast growing, large timber bamboo has large shiny leaves and dark green stems. Stems pale with age and contrast well
with new shoots. Running type.
Physocarpus capitatus 'Siskiyou Beauty'
Ninebark
Deciduous shrub
6-8'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clusters of small white fls. open from pinkish buds on this California streamside shrub. Protect from hot afternoon sun
in inland areas.
Physocarpus opulifolius 'Luteus'
Deciduous shrub
5-6'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degBright limey yellow leaves in spring mature to gold. Early summer small white fls are in loose clusters. Best in cool sun
or light to medium shade.
Pickeringia montana
Chaparral pea
Evergreen shrub
to 6'
Use on banks, in dry borders and for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spiny rounded shrub puts out bright pink pea flowers in early summer. CA native.
Pieris 'Flaming Silver'
Lily of the valley shrub
Evergreen shrub
5'+
Use in shade gardens, foundation plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0degCream edged leaves are a great contrast to the bright red new growth; drooping spikes of white flowers in spring. Faster
growing than some cultivars.
Pieris japonica 'Christmas Cheer'
Evergreen shrub
3 feet + high and wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Billowy, spreading growth. Bright evergreen leaves. Masses of pink flowers.
Lily-of-the-valley shrub
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Lily-of-the-valley shrub
Lily-of-the-valley shrub
Pieris 'Snowdrift'
Evergreen shrub
To 6'+
Use in woodland gardens, shrub borders.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Sturdy rounded shrub has dark green leaves ; masses of white flowers in spring.
Pimelea ciliata 'Snow Clouds'
Evergreen shrub
1-2'h/2'+w
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Heads of white flowers appear on stem tips in early spring on this neat, tidy shrub. UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction.
Pimelea humilis 'Small Fry'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Pimelia prostrata
Flowering perennial
3 to 5 inches high
Used in borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Trailing stems. Dense evergreen foliage. Small white flower clusters.
Rice flower
Pinellia ternata
Pinellia
Tuberous perennial
6-12 inches high
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Clumping, nearly evergreen. Interesting flowers held mostly in the leaves, but project their long "tails" well over the
foliage.
Pinellia tripartita
Tuberous perennial
12"
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10degArum like clumps produce flowers held mostly below the attractive leaves, but flowers lift their long "tails" well over the
foliage.
Piper kadzura
Japanese pepper
Evergreen vine
12'+
Use on fences, trellis, in shrub borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Scandent shrub clings to structures as it climbs. Firm, dark green leaves are heart shaped. Small cream fls. mature to
small red berries.
Piptochaetium fimbriatum
Pinyon ricegrass
Grass
1-2'
Use in dry borders, mixed plantings, dry shade.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Fine texture bunchgrass grows in the warm season. It will grow in dry shade and forms a tidy clump. Airy flowers held
over the leaves.
Pittosporum crassifolium
Karo
Evergreen shrub
10'+ high by 8' wide
Useful as a windbreak.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Gray green leaves dense on branches. Small maroon flowers in spring, with black seeds in summer.
Pittosporum crassifolium 'Compactum'
Dwarf Karo
Evergreen shrub
3-4 feet tall and wide
Useful for hedges, foundation plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense, mounding growth. Clean, bright evergreen leaves, grey beneath.
Pittosporum eugenioides
Tarata
Evergreen shrub
20 feet + high
Useful for screens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Upright, bushy. Attractive dark stems, shiny leaves. Takes shearing. Clusters of dark purple flowers.
Pittosporum eugenioides 'Variegata'
Tarata
Evergreen shrub
20'+
Use in hedges, screens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Variegated form of Tarata brings light color to shrub borders or hedges.
Pittosporum 'Garnettii'
Evergreen shrub
10'+
Use in mixed plantings, or for foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Durable evergreen shrub brings light to shaded gardens with its cream and grey green round leaves, often with pinkish
highlights. Dark stems.
Pittosporum tenuifolium
Evergreen shrub
8-20 feet high
Useful for screens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy head. Dark stems, shiny evergreen leaves. Easily sheared. Clusters of dark purple flowers.
Kohuhu
Variegated kohuhu
Dwarf kohuhu
Bamboo
Dwarf bamboo
Pleioblastus gramineus
Bamboo
Up to 12 feet high
For borders, screens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Finely-textured, grass-like leaves and slender stems create filmy screen. Erect habit. Spreading.
Bamboo
Dwarf bamboo
Cape plumbago
Poa arachnifera
Texas bluegrass
Grass
12-18"
Use as natural lawn, in meadows and pathways.
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Creeping evergreen grass spreads underground to form colonies. Dark green leaves topped by silvery flowers in spring.
Not for small areas.
Poa cita
18-24"
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Poa colensoi
12-18"
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Poa labillardieri
12-18"
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Poa secunda
Pine bluegrass
Grass
12-18"
Use for naturalizing, in dry gardens and on banks.
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low clumps have soft blue-green leaves; flower stems can have purplish-pink tones, airy flowers. Native to CA and
many places. Sun to shade.
Podalyria sericea
Evergreen shrub
3' high and wide
Use in dry gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Rounded shrub has rounded silvery leaves; soft rose pink pea flowers appear in winter and early spring. Ornamental
inflated fruits follow.
Podocarpus alpinus 'Blue Gem'
Evergreen shrub
to 2'h
Use as foundation shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dwarf spreading shrub with blue leaves, pink new growth.
Podocarpus gracilior
Evergreen tree
To 50'.
Foundations.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Rounded form or can be grown as espalier.
Podocarpus salignus
Willow-leaf podocarpus
Evergreen tree
50'
Use as foundation tree.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Chilean conifer to 50' has drooping branches and very deep green narrow leaves all year. Best in acid, fertile soil with
regular to moderate water.
Polemonium caeruleum
Jacob's ladder
Deciduous perennial
1-2 feet tall
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Leafy upright stems. Clusters of purple-blue flowers in summer.
Polemonium caeruleum 'Brise d'Anjou' PP#9781
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degCream edged leaves are very striking; heads of blue fls. are neat in contrast.
Jacob's ladder
Polemonium occidentale
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degDense clusters of lavender blue or white flowers on top of upright stems in summer. CA native.
Polemonium yezoense 'Purple Rain Strain'
Jacob's ladder
Deciduous perennial
1-2'
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Light acid soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degClumps of ferny leaves are purple in winter. Blue flowers in summer
Poliomintha longiflora
Evergreen shrub
2-3 feet tall and wide
For borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Compact habit. Shiny evergreen, aromatic leaves. Lavender flowers.
Mexican oregano
Polystichum tsussimense
Tsusima holly fern
Evergreen fern
1'
Use in shade gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Medium shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Fine textured dark green fern. Good for small scale plantings in shade.
Potentilla atrosanguinea
Cinquefoil
Evergreen perennial
1 foot high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps. Silvery, semi-deciduous leaves. Scarlet flowers in spring.
Potentilla atrosanguinea--yellow
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in borders and mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degClear yellow flowers held over silvery low leaves in spring and early summer. Easy and reliable.
Potentilla aurea
1'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degSilvery basal leaves; sprays of golden yellow flowers.
Potentilla megalantha
Cinquefoil
Flowering perennial
6" high by 1 to 2' wide
Good for rock gardens, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Furry, nearly evergreen leaves. Large yellow flowers.
Potentilla calabra
Evergreen perennial
12"
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low silvery leaves; bright yellow flowers in spring.
Potentilla 'Flamenco'
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Easy, reliable perennial displays vivid red flowers on stems held over lush green leaves in spring and early summer.
Potentilla (Dasiphora) fruticosa 'Abbottswood'
Shrubby cinquefoil
Deciduous shrub
2-3'
Foundation plantings, shrubby borders
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Broad, dense mound. Dark dissected leaves make a beautiful backdrop for large snow-white flowers in late spring,
summer.
Potentilla (Dasiphora) fruticosa 'Apricot Whisper'
Deciduous shrub
2-3' tall
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bushy growth. Attractive deciduous foliage. Pastel apricot flowers spring-summer.
Shrubby cinquefoil
Shrubby cinquefoil
Prostanthera linearis
To 5'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
To 5'+. Narrow green leaves, red stems, purple flowers.
Prostanthera ovalifolia--"excellent purple"
Mint bush
Evergreen shrub
4'
Use in mixed plantings, shrub borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Australian mint bush has spicy aromatic foliage. Leaves are covered in mid spring with lavender purple flowers.
Prostanthera ovalifolia 'Variegata'
Mint bush
Evergreen shrub
4-5'
Specimen shrub, foundations, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Creamy variegation on the aromatic leaves contributes to the bright, light foliage mass. Lavender flowers in spring.
Prostanthera phylicifolia
Mint bush
Evergreen shrub
5'h x 3'w
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Broad oval shrub is covered with bright purple flowers in spring. Narrow leaves have a nice aroma.
Prostanthera 'Poorinda Bride'
Mint bush
Evergreen shrub
4'h
Use for bold display, foundation shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction. Narrow leaved shrub forms a rounded mound. Masses of palest pink flowers cover
the branches in spring.
Prostanthera rotundifolia 'Ghost Cave'
Mint bush
Evergreen shrub
5'
Use in mixed plantings, shrub borders.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Australian mint bush has a vase shaped habit and nicely scented leaves. Spring brings profuse bloom; rich purple fls.
virtually cover the lvs.
Prostanthera rotundifolia 'Rosea'
Round-leaf mint bush
Evergreen shrub
to 5' tall/wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bushy habit. Small, aromatic leaves are covered with masses of small bright pink flowers in spring.
Prostanthera species/unidentified
Evergreen shrub
...
Protea neriifolia
Pink mink
Evergreen shrub
To 5-6'
Use in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
South African shrub with feather-petalled flowers is best in sun with cool roots and watering only in cool spells in
summer.
Prunella grandiflora 'Loveliness'
Self heal
Evergreen perennial
6-10"
Use as groundcover in sun or shade.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degSpreading leafy mats hold "helmet" clusters of lavender blue flowers in spring and early summer.
Prunella grandiflora 'Pagoda Magenta'
Evergreen perennial
6-10 inches high
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush mats. Clean, dark foliage. Dense clusters of magenta flowers.
Self-heal
Self-heal
Prunella incisa--magenta
Flowering perennial
6-10 inches high
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush mats. Clean, dark foliage. Densely clustered flowers spring-fall.
Self-heal
Prunella laciniata
Self-heal
Evergreen perennial
6-10 inches high
Used in borders, rock gardens, for groundcover.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lush spreading mats. Clean, dark foliage. Densely clustered mauve pink flowers spring-fall.
Prunus andersonii
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun.
Desert peach.
Prunus emarginata
8-15'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Prunus ilicifolia
Holly-leaved cherry
Evergreen shrub
8-15'
Useful for tall hedges, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense, shiny green leaves are attractive all year. Short spikes of white flowers in late spring are followed by decorative
berries. CA native.
Prunus ilicifolia var. lyonii
Catalina cherry
Evergreen tree
10-20'h
Use in mixed plantings, for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degGlossy leaves are attractive all year; short spring spikes of white fls. can mature to dark red berries. Can be used for
screen or hedge. CA native.
Prunus lusitanica
Evergreen shrub
10-30 feet high
Useful for tall hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Evergreen shrub or tree. Densely branched. Good background plant. White flowers.
Portugal laurel
Pseudopanax
Pseudosasa usawai
Bamboo
To 16'
Screens, hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spreading bamboo is only found on Taiwan.
Psilostrophe tagetina
2'high/3'wide
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright yellow daisies in summer and fall.
Psoralea pinnata
Blue pea
Evergreen shrub
To 8'+
Use in shrub borders, and foundations.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Erect, bushy, bright green shrub to 8'. Many purple and white pea flowers in spring.
Pteris cretica 'Albo-lineata'
Brake
Fern
12-18"h
Use it in shady nooks, containers.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Unusual, easily grown fern. It is tightly clumping, with long, arching stalks which carry spidery cream-variegated fronds
Pultenaea villosa 'Butterscotch'
Evergreen shrub
1-2'h/3'+w
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bright yellow pea flowers occur along the stems in summer and fall on this dense low shrub. UCSC/Koala Blooms
introduction.
Punica granatum 'Nana'
Evergreen shrub
Up to 3 feet high and wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense round shrub with bright orange flowers, and red fruit. Bonsai.
Dwarf pomegranate
Pomegranate
Puya alpestris
Puya
Evergreen perennial
3' clump
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense, yucca-like crowns. Long green leaves have recurved thorns. Spectacular, unearthly blue-green fls. on dense spike
to 6' in summer.
Puya coerulea var. violacea
Evergreen perennial
2', to 6'
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Spiny silvery rosettes to 3' high and wider than tall. Fl spikes in spring carry deep blue flowers. May take a few years to
bloom.
Puya mirabilis
Puya
Evergreen perennial
Lvs. to 2', fl. stems to 5'
Use on banks, in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Low crowns to 18" of narrow, prickly leaves; flower stems to 5' carry creamy green flowers in mid summer.
Puya mirabilis x alpestris
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use for bold display.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Spiny dense rosettes to 2-3'; fl. stems to 5'. Fls can be deep bluish green to a pale creamy blue green, depending on
genetic makeup.
Puya venusta
1' leaves, 2-3' fl. stem
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Pyrethropsis hosmariensis
Evergreen perennial
To 8" x 18"
Rock gardens, edging, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dense, shapely grey mound. Covered with large white daisies in winter and spring.
Pyrrosia hastata
Fern
6-12 inches high
Good for shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Leathery evergreen fronds. Good for containers.
Felt fern
Pyrrosia lingua
Fern
6-12 inches high
Good for shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Leathery evergreen fronds. Good for containers.
Pyrrosia lingua--crested
Fern
1 foot high and wide
Good for shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Leathery evergreen fronds. Good for containers.
Quercus agrifolia
Coast live oak
Evergreen tree
20-60 feet high
Beautiful shade tree, specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense evergreen tree. Rounded canopy with distinctive form over time; shiny leaves, decorative acorns.
Quercus berberidifolia
Scrub oak
Evergreen shrub
12-15'
Use for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense, toothed leaves are evergreen on this slow growing shrubby oak. Great for naturalizing on banks and in rocky
places.
Quercus chrysolepis
40'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Quercus chrysolepis--shrubby form
Evergreen tree
30'+
Use for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Canyon live oak has dark green leaves with pale undersides. Leaves can be toothed or entire.
Quercus douglasii
Deciduous tree
25'+
Use for naturalizing.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Native to drier parts of California. Picturesque oak with great winter silhouette.
Blue oak
Quercus durata
Leather oak
Evergreen shrub
to 9 feet
Use on banks, in foundation plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
This shrubby oak is well suited to hot dry sites. Stiff stems carry prickly tough leaves and form rounded mounds.
Quercus garryana
Deciduous tree
25'+
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Quercus kelloggii
Black oak
Deciduous tree
To 60'
Use for naturalizing, on banks.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Black oak. Pinkish new growth matures to large lobed leaves. Good yellow fall color. CA native.
Quercus lobata
Valley oak
Deciduous tree
Up to 60 feet + high
Useful as a shade tree.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Massive, spreading branches. Checked thick bark is decorative after just a few years. Lobed leaves.
Quercus wislizenii
Interior live oak
Evergreen tree
to 30-60'
Use in foundation plantings and for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Dark green leaves and reddish brown bark make this a fine oak for foundation plantings and naturalizing.
Ranunculus cortusifolius
Buttercup
Deciduous perennial
Up to 2 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Broad sprays of bright yellow flowers in early spring. Large, lush round leaves. Dies to the ground in summer.
Raoulia australis
Raoulia
Evergreen perennial
Up to 2 inches high
Good for rock gardens, walls.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Tight carpeting wooly-grey leaved mat crawls over the ground. Tiny yellow flowers spring. Good in pots.
Ratibida columnifera
Mexican hat
Deciduous perennial
2'+ h
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Distinctive perennial carries bright flowers in summer. Drooping yellow to orange petals surround dark, columnar cone
like center.
Ratibida columnifera 'Black Hat'
Mexican hat
Deciduous perennial
2'+ h
Use in flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Selection of Mexican hat displays dark red petals drooping from a blackish central cone. Summer bloom.
Rehmannia elata 'Rose Glow'
Chinese foxglove
Deciduous perennial
2 feet + high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tall stems carry bright hot pink 3" bell flowers spring to fall. Flowers often marked with yellow/white/purple in the
throat. Gently spreads.
Rehmannia elata 'Snow Glow'
Chinese foxglove
Deciduous perennial
2 feet + high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
White bell flowers with purple + yellow marking like foxglove bloom from April to November on this gently spreading
perennial. SCN seed strain.
Restio brunneus
Restio
4-5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense, dark green columns of smooth stems rise to 5'; golden flower cones top the stems in winter.
Restio festuciformis
Restio
18"
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fine light green smooth culms in tight clump; golden feathery fl. heads. Effect is very grass-like, and plants look good all
year.
Restio quadratus
Square stem restio
Restio
5-6'h/8'+w
Use for screen or backdrop.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Feathery draping culms with square stems rise from a tight clump. Ultimate clump size is wider than tall. Dense fine
foliage.
Restio similis
Restio
18" high, 2-3' wide
Use in mixed plantings
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dark green grass-like perennial carries subtle bronze flowers in early spring. Clumps can be softly draping.
Restio tetraphyllus
Restio
3-6'h
Use in water gardens, or moist gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Thin green stems radiate from a narrow base, forming sculptural soft tuft. Great texture plant; looks good in all seasons.
Retama monosperma
Bridal veil broom
Evergreen shrub
8-10'
Use in mixed plantings for dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Draping grey stems are covered with fragrant white flowers in spring. Can be grown as a small tree, with an airy
silhouette.
Rhagodia spinescens
Australian saltbush
Evergreen shrub
3-5'
Use in dry borders, mixed and foundation plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense shrub with small grey leaves takes poor soil conditions and provides durable presence. Insignificant flowers.
Italian buckthorn
Rhodocoma arida
Restio
5-6'
Use in mixed plantings, dry borders, or banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Very columnar clumps with thin blue stems, tiny bronze bracts at tips of stems. Juvenile foliage has fluffy appearance.
Rhodocoma capensis
Restio
Restio
5-7'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Arching evergreen clumps are very dark green. Grown for great form, long lasting cut stems. Avoid phosphorus
fertilizers and rich soils.
Rhodocoma foliosa
Restio
Restio
5'
Use in mixed plantings, for foliage form and texture.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Erect slowly expanding clumps with feathery green culms; spring flowers lacy and draping on male plants; female
flowers white.
Rhodocoma gigantea
5-8'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense, green, feathery clumps. Foliage to 4', fls. to 5-8'.
Rhododendron 'Fragrantissimum'
Evergreen shrub
5-6'+
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Large, very fragrant white flowers appear in spring on this old fashioned favorite. Open growth habit.
Rhododendron 'Hot Shot Variegated'
Evergreen shrub
3'
Use in woodland gardens, or borders.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Cream variegated leaves are nice all year; bright red flowers in spring.
Rhododendron kiusianum 'Komo Kulshan'
3'
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
2'+. Very compact. Rose pink fls. with light pink center.
Rhododendron kiusianum 'Otomo no Mai'
3'
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
To 3'+. Dark pink double fls, blooms twice.
Rhododendron 'Lemon Mist'
Evergreen shrub
3'
Use for foundations, shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Shapely, compact shrub has clusters of lemon yellow flowers in early spring.
Rhododendron occidentale 'Delicatissima'
Deciduous shrub
4-8 feet high and wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Fragrant light pink flowers in early summer. Fall yellow color to leaves.
Western azalea
Star flower
Star flower
Lemonade berry
Rhus ovata
Evergreen shrub
12 feet + high and wide
Useful for screens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Evergreen upright, spreading shrub with pink and white flowers in clusters, bloom in spring.
Sugar bush
Gooseberry
3-5'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Pale green berries are large and edible on this selection of gooseberry.
Ribes indecorum
White flowering currant
Partly deciduous shrub
Up to 6' high and wide
Used as a specimen shrub, for hedges.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Bushy native shrub with soft, bright green leaves, tresses of small white flowers in winter.
Ribes malvaceum
Chaparral currant
Evergreen shrub
6-8' h
Use in dry borders, on banks or naturalize.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degCream & pink flowers in long tassels appear in spring on this CA chaparral shrub with aromatic leaves.
Ribes malvaceum 'Christy Ridge'
Chaparral currant
Deciduous shrub
to 6' high
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Leafy shrub to 6' carries short spikes of pink flowers in winter and spring. Deciduous in summer if not watered. CA
native.
Ribes malvaceum 'Dancing Tassels'
Chaparral currant
Evergreen shrub
6-8' h
Use in mixed plantings, shrub borders.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degVery long drooping clusters of pink buds develop into pinkish white flowers in spring. Erect, fairly tidy habit. CA native.
Ribes malvaceum 'Rinconada Rose'
Chaparral currant
Deciduous shrub
6-8' h
Use on banks, in dry borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degSpikes of rose pink flowers are held among fuzzy green leaves in spring on this CA native shrub. Can lose leaves in
summer in dry gardens.
Ribes malvaceum 'Wunderlich'
Chaparral currant
Evergreen shrub
6-8 feet high and wide
Used in foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Erect, semi-evergreen shrub with aromatic leaves. 3" flower clusters are white and pink, blooming in late winter. CA
native.
Ribes malv. v. viridifolium 'Ortega Beauty'
Chaparral currant
Evergreen shrub
6-7'
Use on banks, dry borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Vivid pinkish red flowers dangle in long clusters from sturdy stems on this CA native. Late winter and early spring
bloom. Aromatic leaves.
Ribes nevadense
Mountain pink currant
Deciduous shrub
5'
Use in mixed plantings, for naturalizing.
Most soils. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Drooping clusters of pink flowers in spring. Native to middle elevations of California northern mountains.
Ribes roezlii var. cruentum 'Dixie Glade'
Sierra gooseberry
Deciduous shrub
3'
Use on banks, in mixed plantings, dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spiny stems carry small vivid red-purple and white flowers in spring. Prickly fruits follow. CA native, from mountain
slopes.
Ribes sanguineum 'Barrie Coate'
Pink flowering currant
Deciduous shrub
6' high, 4-6' wide
Use as a specimen shrub, in foundation plantings,
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bushy, upright, with textured, lobed leaves, pendant clusters of deep pink flowers on bare stems in winter, blue berries.
Ribes sanguineum 'Brocklebankii'
Golden flowering currant
Deciduous shrub
To 4'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Golden leaf form of flowering currant keeps bright light leaf color all season. Medium pink flowers appear on short
spikes in spring.
Ribes sanguineum 'King Edward VII'
Red flowering currant
Deciduous shrub
4-6' high by 6' wide
Used in foundation plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Arching branches form round shrub. Many clusters of carmine red flowers. Fragrant leaves. Deciduous.
Ribes sanguineum--mixed
6-8'h/8'
Tol. heavy soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10degTo 8'. Flowering currant. Dark pink to white flowers.
Ribes speciosum
Fuchsia-flowering gooseberry
Deciduous shrub
4-6 feet high and wide
Specimen and barrier shrub.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Barrier shrub with masses of pendant red flowers in late winter and early spring. Attracts hummingbirds. Deciduous in
summer. CA native.
Ribes speciosum 'Pincushion'
Fuchsia flowered gooseberry
Deciduous shrub
2'h/w
Use on banks, in dry borders.
Most soils. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 10degBright red flowers dangle from stiff prickly stems in late winter and early spring. Deciduous in summer. This form stays
quite low.
Ribes speciosum 'Rana Creek'
Fuchsia-flowered gooseberry
Deciduous shrub
5'h/w
Specimen and barrier shrub
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Very spiny shrub with masses of red flowers dangling from its branches in late winter and early spring. Deciduous in
summer in dry gardens.
Ribes viburnifolium
Catalina currant
Evergreen shrub
4' high, 8' wide
Used as a ground cover.
Tolerates heavy soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Spreading, tall groundcover for dry shade with spicily fragrant green leaves. Small translucent red tasty berries.
Ribes viburnifolium--Tree of Life form
Catalina currant
Evergreen shrub
4'h/5'+w
Good groundcover under native oaks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
This form of Catalina currant has larger leaves and a slightly looser habit than the typical form of the species. Great
groundcover for dry shade.
Rodgersia aesculifolia
Fingerleaf rodgersia
Deciduous perennial
2 feet + high and wide
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Summer flower spikes. Clusters of tiny white blooms in tiers. Hairy leaves.
Rodgersia pinnata
Featherleaf rodgersia
Deciduous perennial
2-4 feet high and wide
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Polished appearance to leaves. Flowers pale to deep pink in clusters of tiny blooms.
Rohdea japonica--crested form
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in shade gardens for reliable texture.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Sturdy rosettes of long ridged leaves look attractive all year in the shade garden, and spread slowly. Cream spring fls.
are followed by red fruits.
Rohdea japonica 'Mure Suzume'
Evergreen perennial
8-10"
For shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Glossy green leaves marbled and striped creamy white have firm texture and great presence in the shade garden. Dwarf
form.
Rohdea japonica--selected form
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in shade gardens for bold effect.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Glossy wide, firm textured dark green leaves, shade.
Rohdea japonica--variegated
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Evergreen leaves with yellow edges form large clumps in the shade garden, providing reliable form and bold texture.
Yellow fls. in spring, red fruit.
Romneya coulteri
Matilija poppy
Deciduous shrub
Up to 8 feet high
Showy specimen plant for banks or mixed plantings..
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Crepe-paper like 8" white flowers have yellow centers. Best if there is no root disturbance during transplant. Clumps
spread. CA native.
Romneya coulteri 'Butterfly'
Deciduous shrub
5-8 feet high
Showy specimen plant.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Robust colonies, thick-stemmed with 6" + flower white, round, overlapping petals.
Matilija poppy
Matilija poppy
Romulea bulbocodium
Cormous perennial
4-6"
Use in mixed plantings, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright violet crocus-like flowers are held among green grassy leaves on this cormous perennial from the Mediterranean.
Spring bloom.
Romulea gigantea
6"h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense clumps; grassy leaves; small violet flowers.
Romulea monadelpha
6"h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Grassy lvs; vivid red fls. have dark centers.
Romulea subfistulosa
Cormous perennial
6"h
Use in containers, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Long thin grassy leaves precede the vivid rose purple crocus-like flowers with yellow centers outlined with dark black.
Spring bloom, summer dry ok.
Rosa 'Altissimo'
Deciduous shrub
8'
Use for bold display
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Shrub rose makes sturdy long canes to 6'+ that carry clusters of very large, shining true red fls. in spring and summer.
Fat orange hips in fall.
Rosa 'Altissimo'--staked
Modern rose
Deciduous shrub
Up to 10 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Climber. Stiffly erect canes carry laquer- red saucer-like single blossoms. Flowers may be followed by fat orange hips.
Rosa 'Ballerina'
Deciduous shrub
3' high, 4'+ wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Many loose clusters of pink with white centers, single-petal flowers. Blooms throughout summer.
Floribunda
Miniature rose
Sweetheart rose
Hybrid musk
Hybrid musk
Rosa 'Surrey'
Deciduous shrub
3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low compact rose bears double pink flowers spring and summer. Clean, disease resistant leaves.
Rosa 'The Fairy'
Deciduous shrub
Up to 4 feet + high
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Ruffled soft-pink flowers in clusters that cascade to ground. Disease resistant.
Polyantha
Rosa 'Westerland'
Deciduous shrub
To 6' x 6'
Borders, flower gardens, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
New growth is reddish purple on this strong shrub. Large double flowers are apricot-orange. Free flowering.
Rosa 'Westerland'--staked
Deciduous shrub
To 6' x 6'
Use on fences or drape over trellis.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Purplish new leaves on long stems are very distinctive; large double apricot to coppery flowers appear for a long season.
Rosa woodsii ssp. ultramontana
Mountain rose
Deciduous shrub
4-6'
Use in woodland or mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Upright stems are covered with prickles, soft rose pink flowers appear in summer followed by orange hips. Spreading to
make a colony.
Rosa --assorted
5-6'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low to erect shrubs. Fls. various colors.
Roscoea alpina
Deciduous perennial
18"
Use in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Roscoea cautleoides
Deciduous perennial
To 18"
Use in shade gardens, and in containers.
Most soils. Keep moist. Medium shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Ginger ally puts up lush, narrow leafy shoots in spring; these are topped in summer by pale yellow orchid-like flowers.
Best in fertile, acid soil.
Roscoea purpurea
Deciduous perennial
To 18"+
Use in shade gardens, containers.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Ginger ally has erect leafy stems to 1', topped in summer by orchid-like light purple fls.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Barbeque'
Rosemary
Evergreen shrub
4-6'h/2-3'w
Use in dry gardens or mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Valued by cooks for pungent edible leaves, rosemary plants are also valued because deer rarely nibble them. Bright blue
fls, spring.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Blue Spire'
Rosemary
Evergreen shrub
5' high/ 3'+ wide
Useful for hedges, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Upright, branching at base, with abundant medium blue flowers in spring. Thick, fragrant leaves.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Boule'
Rosemary
Evergreen shrub
2'h/3'+w
Use on banks, for groundcover.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degLow , very rounded form with arching branches that carry bright blue fls. in spring.
Rosemary
Rosemary
Rosemary
Use on banks, in mixed plantings, dry borders.
Rosmarinus officinalis--mixed
variable
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Rosemary; 1-5'+, blue flowers.
Rostrinucula dependens
Deciduous shrub
6'h/w
Use in mixed plantings, shrub borders, for bold display.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Chinese shrub has rounded form. Abundant summer flowers appear in stiff drooping spikes, with pink stamens sticking
out on all sides.
Rubus calycinoides 'Emerald Carpet' COPF
Evergreen perennial
4" high, up to 6' wide
Used as a ground cover
Most soils. drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Densely rooting carpet has dark, roundish, fuzzy green leaves, pale beneath. White 5-petalled flowers in spring and
summer.
Rubus lineatus
Deciduous shrub
Up to 6 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Makes thicket of arching stems. Striking veined leaves with undersides covered with silky hairs.
Rubus parviflorus
Thimbleberry
Deciduous shrub
6'+
Use in shade gardens, woodland plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Suckering shrub with erect stems wanders through woodland gardens; white spring flowers make edible light red
"thimble" fruits. CA native.
Rubus spectabilis
Salmonberry
Deciduous shrub
6' high
Use in woodland plantings or for naturalizing.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Softly prickled stems carry dark green leaves and bright pink flowers in spring. Flowers become light red edible berries.
Spreads by runners.
Rudbeckia fulgida v. sullivantii 'Goldsturm'
Black-eyed Susan
Deciduous perennial
Up to 2' high, 3' broad
Fine for borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping perennial with lush, dark foliage. Large golden flower heads with black centers in summer.
Rudbeckia hirta 'Becky Mix'
Black-eyed Susan
Deciduous perennial
8-10" high
Use it in borders, flower gardens; good for cutting.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Extra dwarf, compact form. Profuse flowers to 6" across varying in color from lemon yellow to gold to bright orange,
each with darker contrast to ctr.
Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherokee Sunset'
To 2'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rudbeckia hirta 'Indian Summer'
Black-eyed Susan
Deciduous perennial
Up to 3' high
Use it in borders, flower gardens; good for cutting.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
A robust, winter-deciduous perennial with large, furry basal leaves, golden "daisies" with black centers, up to 6" broad.
Rudbeckia hirta 'Sonora'
Black eyed Susan
Deciduous perennial
1'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degLarge golden flowers have wide mahogany centers on this free flowering daisy. Summer bloom.
Ruellia humilis
Deciduous perennial
2'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Ruellia macrantha
Evergreen shrub
3 feet + high
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bushy, upright. Large evergreen leaves. Bell-shaped pink flowers in fall.
Ruellia
Rumohra adiantiformis
Leatherleaf fern
Fern
Up to 3' high
Good for shade plantings, containers.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Compact clump with erect,sturdy, glossy fronds. Makes excellent, long-lasting cut foliage.
Ruschia multiflora
Succulent perennial
2-3'
Use as ground or bank cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
2-3' mound has succulent blue-green leaves and red to purple stems; many small white flowers are held along the
branches in summer.
Ruscus aculeatus 'Wheeler's Variety'
Butcher's broom
Evergreen perennial
2'h/w
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Stiffy erect perennial spreads slowly. Great reliable perennial for shade gardens, with large bright red berries in late
summer and fall.
Ruscus hypoglossum
Butcher's broom
Evergreen perennial
1 foot high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Forms upright, tough thickets.Tiny white flowers borne directly on "leaves", red berries. Good groundcover under oaks.
Ruscus hypophyllum
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Light shade. Hardy to 15degUpright stems of tough shiny green leaves are useful in shade gardens as well as for cut foliage. Spreading clumps.
Russellia equisetiformis
Firecracker plant
Evergreen shrub
3'h/ draping 4'+
Use in containers, or spilling over rocks and walls.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Arching bright green branches are mostly leafless; vivid red tubular flowers appear in the warm months. Attractive to
hummingbirds.
To 5'+
Pitcher sage
Salvia 'Bedazzle'
Sage
Evergreen perennial
12-18" high, 2'+ wide
Use in dry gardens, on banks and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Probable hybrid of Salvia pachyphylla and S. sonomensis stays low, with grey-white lvs and spikes of bright blue fls set
on rosy bracts.
Salvia barrelieri
Evergreen perennial
5'
Use in flower gardens, dry borders, on banks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Leaves stay low on this species; fl. stems rise to 5-6' in spring and bear large lavender blue flowers for a few months.
Salvia 'Bee's Bliss'
Bee's bliss sage
Evergreen shrub
1'h/3-5'w
Use on banks, or for groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Chance hybrid with blue grey leaves and dense, low habit. Lavender blue flowers in spring. Widely spreading.
Salvia blepharophylla
Perennial sage
Evergreen perennial
2 feet high
For borders, banks, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Large bright orange-red flowers appear spring to fall on this showy perennial. Plants spread to form a large vivid patch
in time.
Salvia brandegei 'Pacific Blue'
Brandegee's sage
Evergreen shrub
3-4' high, 5'+wide
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Narrow dark green leaves on a rounded shrub; spikes of bright light blue flowers in early summer. CA native.
Salvia 'Bright Eyes' PP#22491
Sage
Evergreen shrub
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Vivid true red flowers set on dark stems have bright white central "eye". Dense green leafy shrub has long bloom season.
Salvia buchananii
Perennial sage
Evergreen perennial
1-2 feet tall
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Dark green, shiny foliage, spreading by underground stems to make a large patch. Furry, deep magenta flowers on
spikes in summer.
Salvia 'Byron Flynt'
Evergreen shrub
6'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30deg
Leafy erect hybrid sage has many narrow royal purple flowers in summer and fall. Protect from hard frost and strong
winds.
Salvia cacaliaefolia
Perennial sage
Flowering perennial
2-3 feet tall
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Makes broad colonies with trailing stems. Bright blue flowers spring to fall.
Salvia caespitosa
Deciduous shrub
1'
Use in rock gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low shrublet with furry light green leaves produces large light pink flowers on arching stems in late spring. Good
drainage important.
Salvia canariensis
Evergreen shrub
4-5'
Use in borders and flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Furry white backed leaves densely cover this upright shrub. Spikes of dark mauve fls. and purplish bracts in summer
and fall.
Salvia canescens var. daghestanica
Evergreen perennial
12"
Use in rock gardens and for edging.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
White leaves form tight rosettes, these spread in dense clumps; fl. stems to 18" carry dark blue purple fls. in summer.
Salvia 'Celestial Blue'
Sage
Evergreen shrub
3'+
Use in dry gardens, on banks, for showy display.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Hybrid of CA species has vase shaped form; bright blue purple fls. are carried in clusters over rosy bracts. Good
drainage, air circulation important.
Salvia chamaedryoides
Germander sage
Evergreen shrub
3 feet tall and wide
For borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bright grey-green leaves and showy blue flowers in summer. Spreads to form a broad patch over time.
Salvia chiapensis
Sage
Evergreen shrub
2 feet
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Wide mounds with satiny evergreen leaves, and arching spikes of vivid rose-red violet flowers. Protect from hard frost.
Salvia chionophylla
Evergreen shrub
5"h/3-4'w
Rock gardens, loose ground cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Small rounded, creamy grey leaves on widely spreading stems; short spikes of blue flowers in summer. Forms loose, low
mats.
Salvia 'Christine Yeo'
Sage
Evergreen shrub
2'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Green leaves and dark blue purple flowers appear spring to fall on this durable sage. Spreads by underground rhizomes,
but easily controlled. Dense.
Salvia clevelandii 'Alpine'
Cleveland sage
Evergreen shrub
4'+
Use on banks, in dry gardens and for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15degGrey green leaves are aromatic, blue-purple flowers appear in dense whorls at stem tips in spring and summer. Selected
for sturdy constitution.
Salvia clevelandii 'Deer Spring Silver'
Cleveland sage
Evergreen shrub
4'+
Use in mixed plantings, on dry borders and banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
California native shrub has highly aromatic grey-green leaves; bright blue-purple flowers are carried in dense whorls on
18" stems, summer.
Salvia clevelandii--hybrids
Evergreen shrub
4'+
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degHybrids of California sage were originally thought to be S. clevelandii. Bushy plants, with aromatic lvs and balls of
lavender blue fls, late spring.
Salvia coahuilensis hybrid
Bush sage
Evergreen shrub
2-3' high, 3-5' broad
Used in borders, on banks
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
A spreading shrub with small, dark leaves, producing stems of deep purple flowers much of the year.
Sage
Sage
Sage
Salvia 'Gracias'
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Use on banks, in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degLow spreading sage quickly covers a wide area. Blue fls. appear in early spring. Hybrid of California species.
Salvia greggii 'Desert Pastel'
Evergreen shrub
2'
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degPeach colored flowers appear in spring and fall in hot climates, and spring to fall in mild areas.
Salvia greggi deep red
Evergreen shrub
3-5 feet tall and wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Rugged, bushy plant. Attractive evergreen leaves, showy red flowers in summer.
Texas sage
Texas sage
Texas sage
Texas sage
Texas sage
Texas sage
Salvia greggii--assorted
2-3'
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15deg2-3', bushy shrubs, bright fls. spring-summer.
Salvia guaranitica
Anise scented sage
Deciduous perennial
To 4'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy sage bears bright cobalt blue flowers in summer and fall. Cut to ground in early spring.
Salvia guaranitica 'Argentina Skies'
Deciduous perennial
To 4'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Upright stems carry light blue flowers in summer and fall. Spreads at the root to form a clump; new shoots from the
ground every spring.
Texas sage
Salvia jurisicii
Deciduous perennial
1'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low mound with finely divided leaves, lavender blue or mauve pink "upside down" flowers appear in spring and
summer.
Purple sage
Salvia lycioides
Canyon sage
Evergreen shrub
18"
Use in dry borders, mixed plantings, rock gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Low shrub carries bright true blue flowers in spring and fall. Best in situations where it is not too crowded. From Texas
and Mexico.
Salvia madrensis
Sage
Evergreen perennial
6 to 10 feet tall
Showy specimen sage.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Stout, angled, upright stems bear large leaves. Spikes of yellow flowers appear in summer and fall. Can die down with
heavy frost.
Salvia 'Marine Blue'
Sage
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
This sage grows upright to 2'+ with textured blue green leaves and long stems of bright blue purple flowers. S.
chamaedryoides hyb. but grows larger.
Salvia melissodora
Grape scented sage
Evergreen shrub
To 6'
Use in borders, or as specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Billowy shrub bears lavender blue flowers that smell like ripe grapes. Light green leaves. Can bloom summer into late
fall. Protect from hard frost.
Salvia mellifera 'Green Carpet'
Evergreen shrub
2'h/4'+w
Use as groundcover on banks, or in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Aromatic leaves and fast growth make this valuable as ground cover on dry banks. Light bluish fls. in spring. Good bee
plant. CA native.
Salvia mellifera 'Sweet Honey'
Black sage
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use on banks, in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Selected for the pleasing quality of its aromatic green leaves, this selection makes a rounded shrub to 3-4'. Whitish
flowers. CA native.
Salvia mellifera 'Terra Seca'
Evergreen shrub
Up to 3' high, 6-8' wide
Used as a ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Spreading to 4' +. Dark, aromatic leaves, whitish flowers in spring. Good bee plant. CA native.
Black sage
Sage
Salvia munzii
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Use on banks, in dry border and gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Mounding sage from Baja California bears light blue flowers in spring.
Kitchen sage
Sage
Salvia purpurea
Evergreen shrub
6'
Use in mixed plantings, shrub borders in mild winter areas.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Leafy shrub displays spikes of pretty lavender purple flowers in fall and winter. Not suited for frosty areas, as flowers
will burn.
Salvia regla 'Huntington'
Sage
Deciduous shrub
Up to 5 feet high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fairly erect form. Large orange-red flowers in fall attract hummingbirds. Best to prune only in early spring or when in
active growth.
Clary sage
Use in borders and mixed plantings.
Salvia semiatrata
Evergreen shrub
To 3'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
3-4' shrub. Rich green leaves on dense, twiggy shrub; blue and black fls held on short spikes in summer and fall. Protect
from hard frost.
Salvia serpyllifolia hybrids
Evergreen shrub
18"h/3'+w
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low, bushy sage spreads by underground runners to form wide, dense patch. Red violet flowers appear for a long
season.
Salvia 'Shell Dancer' PP#20680
Evergreen shrub
2'+
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Hot rose and salmon bicolor flowers are carried from summer to fall on this compact hybrid sage. A Suncrest Nurseries
introduction.
Salvia 'Shirley's Creeper'
Black sage hybrid
Evergreen shrub
3-4'high/6'+wide
Use as ground or bank cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Aromatic shrub with dark green leaves spreads and mounds over the ground; light blue flowers are borne in late spring.
CA native hybrid.
Salvia sinaloensis
Sage
Evergreen shrub
12" high and wide
For borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Small shrublet with dark, lustrous, purple-tinged leaves. Deep blue flowers appear in the summer months..
Salvia sonomensis-- Fremont Pk. sels.
Sonoma sage
Evergreen perennial
6"h/3'+w
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low matting CA native sage does best on rocky, well drained soil, with occasional water in summer. Spikes of light to
dark blue flowers, spring.
Salvia sonomensis 'Fremont's Carpet'
Sonoma sage
Evergreen perennial
Low
Use in dry borders and on dry banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spikes of blue purple fls. appear in spring on this widely spreading perennial sage. Best in rocky soils where winter mud
doesn't cover stems. CA nat.
Salvia sonomensis 'Gorda'
Sonoma sage
Evergreen perennial
Low
Use on banks, in dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Carpeting CA sage for sun or dry shade does best in lean soil with rocky mulch. Furry grey leaves, bright blue purple
fls. in spring.
Salvia sonomensis 'Pine Canyon'
Sonoma sage
Evergreen shrub
Low
Use on banks, around rocks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degCompact form of Sonoma sage has grey-green rounded lvs. Spikes of lavender blue fls. in spring. Best in lean, rocky
soil with good drainage.
Salvia sonomensis 'Spring Snow'
Low
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15deg-
Salvia spathacea
Hummingbird sage
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use on banks, in dry gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spreading perennial with sweetly aromatic large leaves puts up sturdy spikes of bright rosy magenta flowers in spring.
CA native.
Salvia spathacea 'Avis Keedy'
Pitcher sage
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in shade gardens and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Yellow flowered form of pitcher sage from Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Spreading clumps; pale yellow fls. on spikes
in spring and summer.
Salvia spathacea 'Kawatre'
Evergreen perennial
2 feet high
For borders, shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Broad clumps. Large, aromatic leaves. Spikes of showy red flowers. CA native.
Sage
Perennial sage
Perennial sage
Sage
Salvia tingitana
Evergreen shrub
to 2'h/w
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Erect shrubs with wide, light green leaves carry pale yellow and light blue flowers in spikes in early spring. Leaves are
aromatic.
Salvia uliginosa
Evergreen perennial
4-6'h
borders
Tol. heavy soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Thin green leaves on spreading stems. Tall stems carry bright blue and white flowers in summer. Appreciates moist soil.
Salvia 'Ultra Violet' PP#21411
18"
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Salvia urica
Evergreen shrub
2-3'
Use in flower gardens, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Compact leafy shrub with erect stems. Short spikes of intense blue purple flowers appear spring to fall. Protect from
hard frost.
Salvia vazquezii
Evergreen shrub
6'+
Use for bold display in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Large vivid rose magenta flowers appear among showy colored bracts on drooping clusters in fall and winter. Protect
from hard frost and wind.
Salvia 'Verona'
Evergreen perennial
2'h/w
Borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Rough textured, dark green basal rosettes produce 2' stems of bright blue purple flowers in summer on this perennial
sage.
Salvia verticillata 'Purple Rain'
Deciduous perennial
2'
Useful in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Leafy clumps to 1'; arching spikes of purple flowers held over the grayish green leaves in summer.
Salvia villosa
Evergreen shrub
1'h/2'w
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Soft grey leaves on loosely spreading shrub; blue flowers in spring and summer.
Salvia viscosa
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Rough leaves have slightly undulating edges. Masses of small red violet flowers carried on spikes in spring and early
summer.
Salvia wagneriana
Evergreen shrub
6-10'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Tender/protect
Fast growing scandent shrub can clamber through trees; winter flowers are magenta with showy red violet bracts.
Protect from frost.
Salvia 'Waverly'
Evergreen perennial
3-5'h/4-5'w
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Purplish green leaves on arching stems form a dense mass to 3-5'; long spikes of palest lavender flowers, calyx is fuzzy
purple. Long blooming.
Salvia 'Whirly Blue'
Cleveland sage hybrid
Evergreen shrub
4'+
Use in dry borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Hybrid sage has aromatic leaves and dense whorls of lavender blue flowers late spring to early summer. Attractive to
hummingbirds. CA native.
Salvia 'Yellow Bird' TM
Evergreen shrub
18"
Use on banks, in borders, flowers gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bright yellow flowers from peachy buds appear from spring to fall on this compact sage.
Salvia --assorted varieties
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Perennials to shrubs. Many small bright flowers.
Salvia --SCN hybrids
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Sambucus canadensis 'Aurea'
American elderberry
Deciduous shrub
To 8'
Use in borders, foundations, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Leafy, fast shrub. Lush golden leaves in spring and summer. White fluffy fls, black fruits. Can be pruned hard to
maintain form.
Sambucus mexicana (nigra ssp. caerulea)
Blue elderberry
Deciduous shrub
To 8'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Native elderberry makes loose shrub. Fluffy white flowers mature to full clusters of chalky blue to black berries. Fruits
attractive to birds.
Sambucus nigra 'Black Beauty' USPP#12305
Elderberry
Deciduous shrub
8'+h/w
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degRich purplish brown leaves are held spring to fall; rounded clusters of tiny pink fls. are prominent in spring.
Lavender cotton
Sarcococca salicifolia
Evergreen shrub
4-5'
Use in shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 10degNarrow, shiny dark green leaves on upright stems on this shade loving shrub; small fragrant flowers in winter and early
spring.
Sasa borealis
Bamboo
6'
Use for screens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Hardy bamboo has large leaves; spreading habit makes it useful for screening.
Sasa kurilensis
Bamboo
Bamboo
3-8'
Use in mixed plantings, large gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading bamboo makes large thickets. Slender stems carry striking large dark, shiny leaves with paler undersides.
Sasa megalophylla 'Densa'
Bamboo
2'
Use as groundcover in shade.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact sdlg of Sasa megalophylla 'Variegata' creates low mats of large shiny leaves. Spreading habit.
Sasa palmata var. nebulosa
Bamboo
6'
Use as screen for shady areas.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Slender stems carry huge dark leaves on this spreading bamboo.
Sasa veitchii
Bamboo
To 3'
Shade gardens, low hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Thicketing bamboo, spreads by runners. Ornamental large dark green drooping leaves. Dry leaf edges in fall and winter
look like variegation.
Sasaella masamuneana f. albostriata
Bamboo
2-4 feet high
For planters, hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Elegant dwarf bamboo with cream- colored margins + irregular striping.
Dwarf bamboo
Scabiosa farinosa
Pincushion flower
Evergreen shrub
Up to 2' high and wide
Used in borders, on banks
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
A neat, small shrub with thick leathery leaves. Produces many heads of tiny lavender flowers in summer.
Scabiosa graminifolia
Scabiosa
Deciduous perennial
12" high by 18" wide
Use in borders, flower or rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Long, narrow leaves are silky and silvery; lavender blue flowers carried spring to fall. Makes tidy mound.
Scabiosa lucida
Pincushion flower
Flowering perennial
6-8" high
Unusual rock garden plant.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Small cushion with dark, dissected leaves. Many lavender-blue flower heads in spring and summer.
Scabiosa ochroleuca
Pincushion flower
Flowering perennial
to 15" high
Unusual rock garden plant.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Small cushion with dark, divided + undivided leaves. Many light creamy yellow flower heads in spring and summer.
Scabiosa 'Vivid Violet' PP#19260
Scabiosa
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low mounds of divided green leaves; many rounded, light blue violet flowers appear in summer and fall. Mildew
resistant.
Scaevola 'Alba'
Fan flower
Evergreen perennial
2-4" high, 2'+ wide
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Low, openly spreading growth. Evergreen foliage, white flowers.
Scaevola 'Mauve Clusters'
Fan flower
Evergreen perennial
8" high, 3-6 feet wide
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Lavender fan-shaped flowers summer. Forms lush mats. Bright green leaves.
Schisandra chinensis--staked
Deciduous vine
To 20'
Use on fences, trellis, trees.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Vining shrub grown for its pink to rose fragrant flowers in spring and summer. Best in fertile soil in light shade.
Schizachyrium scoparium
Grass
2-3'
Use in borders, on banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Silvery seed heads in late summer. Leaves develop orange and red shades in the fall.
Little bluestem
Skullcap
Scutellaria resinosa
Skullcap
Flowering perennial
Up to 1' high, 2'+ broad
Use it in borders, flower gardens,
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
A matting or mounding perennial with lush, dark foliage, tight clusters of purple to white, helmeted flowers in summer.
Scutellaria siphocampyloides
Skullcap
Deciduous perennial
To 1'x2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Slender clumping perennial produces stems to 12" topped with bright blue purple skullcap flowers in early summer. CA
native.
Scutellaria species--violet fl.
Skullcap
Evergreen perennial
1' x 2-3'
Use in borders, rock gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Low shrublets have shiny dark green leaves and slender stems with dark purple skullcap flowers.
Scutellaria suffrutescens
Skullcap
Evergreen shrub
1' x 2'
Use it in rock gardens, on banks, for edging.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Tidy low mound with closely set grey-green leaves. The plant is covered by irregular bright rose pink, sage-like
blossoms in summer.
Sedum album
...
Sedum album 'Nigra'
Succulent perennial
4" high
Use as edging, small scale groundcover, in containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Small fat green succulent leaves are tightly held on spreading stems. Lvs darken to near black in winter. Starry cream
fls, summer.
Sedum alboroseum 'Frosty Morn'
Succulent perennial
12-18"
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Light green leaves have cream edges; bright rounded heads of white to light pink flowers are carried in summer. Erect
stems to 18".
Sedum 'Autumn Fire' COPF
Succulent perennial
12-18"
Use in mixed plantings, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Upright clumps carry dense heads of rosy pink flowers that age deep red then bronze red as autumn progresses. Long
color display.
Sedum 'Bertram Anderson'
Succulent perennial
Low
Use in borders, flower gardens, or mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Thick deep purple leaves stay low to the ground; heads of dark pink fls held at ends of branches in summer.
Sedum divergens 'Old Man Bones'
Succulent perennial
4"
Use in containers, rock gardens, for edging.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Small green leaves on low matting succulent flush red purple in summer. Yellow flowers.
Sedum hispanicum
Succulent perennial
4"
Use in containers, for edging and flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Narrow grey green leaves form a very low dense mat; leaves are covered in light pink flowers appear in summer.
Sedum lanceolatum
Spearleaf stonecrop
Succulent perennial
4"
Use in containers, on banks, in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting succulent has narrow grey lvs and clusters of yellow flowers spring-summer. Native to California and western
mountains, on rocky slopes.
Sedum 'Lime Zinger' PP#24632
6" high, 18" wide
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting succulent; narrow grey leaves; yellow fls.
Sedum makinoi 'Ogon'
Succulent perennial
Low
Use as edging, in containers or mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Very low golden mat spreads in time; heads of yellow flowers in summer. Provides great vivid foliage color in sun or
light shade.
Sedum 'Matrona'
Sedum
Succulent perennial
To 2' high
Use in perennial border, or containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dark grey leaves tinged with purple. Flower clusters atop 2' stems bloom in summer with large heads of soft pink.
Sedum oaxacanum
Succulent perennial
3"
Use in rock gardens, containers, for edging.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Succulent from Mexico forms an attractive low mat with fat green leaves set on red stems. Yellow starry flowers appear
in summer.
Sedum obtusatum
Sierra stonecrop
Succulent perennial
3" high
Use in containers, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Diminutive succulent from the Sierra Nevada has thick grey green leaves with pink edge. Starry yellow fls in summer.
Slow growing.
Sedum oreganum
Stonecrop
Succulent perennial
To 6" high, 1'+ wide
Use it in rock gardens, planters, rock walls.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Matting evergreen perennial. Reddish stems, flat green, fleshy leaves, large clusters of starry yellow flowers in summer.
CA native.
Sedum pachyclados
Succulent perennial
to 1'h
Use for edging, and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Light green leaves form a succulent mat; starry cream flowers appear in early spring. Neat in appearance all year.
Sedum palmeri
Succulent perennial
1-2'
Use in flower gardens, foundations.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bright yellow starry flowers are held over light green leaves in late winter to early spring on this cheery succulent
perennial.
Sedum 'Purple Emperor'
Succulent perennial
to 1'h
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rich dark purple leaves from spring to fall on this striking low perennial; heads of pink flowers in summer.
Sedum reflexum 'Blue Spruce'
Low
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Houseleek
Use in containers, for edging, and in small spaces.
Senecio palmeri
2'
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Senecio talinoides 'Jolly Gray'
Succulent perennial
1'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Low spreading succulent has 5" grey leaves that are held at right angles to the ground; subtle cream fls. are carried in
summer.
Senecio vitalis
Blue chalk fingers
Succulent perennial
18"
Use in containers, frost free plantings.
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Succulent perennial with erect, rounded blue-grey stems. Protect from hard frost.
Sequoia sempervirens 'Aptos Blue'
Evergreen tree
70 feet + high
Useful as a shade tree.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dark blue-green leaves on horizontal branches, branchlets hang down.
Coast redwood
Coast redwood
Sequoiadendron giganteum
Tree
75 feet + high
Specimen tree.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Slow-moderate growth. Densely branched. Neat, grey-green foliage.
Big tree
Serruria florida
To 10+
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Sesleria albicans
Balkans moor grass
Grass
12-18"
Use in meadows or mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Cool season grass makes tidy, dark green clumps to 12"; spring flowers to 18".
Sesleria argentea
Silver moor grass
Grass
12-18"
Use in meadows and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Cool season grass with narrow green leaves makes clumps to 12", silvery flowers in summer.
Sesleria autumnalis
Autumn moor grass
Grass
1-2 feet high and wide
Use in borders, meadows, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dependable, clumping yellow-green grass is always tidy. Flowers emerge silvery white and dry to an attractive deep tan.
Adaptable.
Sesleria caerulea
Blue moor grass
Grass
6-12 inches high
Used in borders, meadows, edging.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Petite clumping grass has rich blue-green foliage; flowers are insignificant. Best with some winter chill, and not suited to
hot iclimates.
Sesleria 'Greenlee Hybrid'
Greenlee moor grass
Grass
6-12"h/w
Use as small scale groundcover, or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tidy clumping grass has beautiful medium green leaves and tan flowers. Useful for small scale meadows. Evergreen.
Sesleria heufleriana
Meadow moor grass
Grass
8-10"
Use as natural lawn, or in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Lustrous dark green foliage has chalky white leaf undersides, creating an interesting effect. Clumping, evergreen.
Sesleria nitida
Grey moor grass
Grass
12-16"
Use singly in mixed plantings, or in drifts.
Most soils. Occasional watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping grass with grey foliage is topped with showy dark flowers in late winter. Evergreen, it makes nice silver tufts
in the garden.
Shepherdia argentea
Buffalo berry
Deciduous shrub
5-10'
Use in mixed plantings, for naturalizing.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Silvery shrub spreads by suckers to form a large patch. Tough and adaptable. Red berries develop if male and female
plants present.
Shibataea kumasaca
Bamboo
2-4 feet tall
For planters, hedges.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Thicketing bamboo with slender stems, zigzag branches, and dark green leaves.
Dwarf bamboo
Sidalcea hickmanii
Evergreen perennial
12-18"h
Use on banks, in dry gardens and rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10degSmall scale California perennial forms tight clumps of grey-green leaves; wands of lavender pink flowers extend 8-12"
over the foliage in spring.
Sidalcea malvaeflora--selected form
Checkerbloom
Evergreen perennial
4-6" high, 4' wide
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spreading California perennial forms low hummocks. Showy dark pink mallow flowers appear along the stems in spring
and summer.
Sidalcea oregana 'Brilliant'
Evergreen perennial
To 2'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Clumping, with stems to 2'+ with carmine pink flowers.
Sideritis cypria
Evergreen perennial
1'+
Use on banks, in mixed plantings and rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Thick furred leaves are white and held densely on erect stems. Dark fl. spikes to 18" have chartreuse bracts and small
yellow fls. in spring.
Silene californica
6"h
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Silene dioica 'Clifford Moor'
Evergreen perennial
18"h
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Yellow edged low leaves attractive in all seasons. Bright rose pink flowers rise in summer.
Silene laciniata
Indian pink
Deciduous perennial
12-18"h
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright red flowers with deeply cut petals are held on stems over low leaves. Summer bloom, attractive to hummingbirds.
Silene schafta 'Splendens'
Evergreen perennial
4"h
Use in rock gardens, containers, for edging.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright green leaved tight clump looks good all year. Profuse, bright pink flowers are held over leaves in early summer.
Sinningia 'Shelby'
Tuberous perennial
18"
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Hybrid sinningia puts up stems to 18" in midsummer with drooping soft rose pink bells. Dies down in winter.
Sinningia tubiflora
Tuberous perennial
1-2' high/ wide
Use in borders, flower gardens, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Clumping, tuberous-rooted plant with furry grey-green leaves. Fragrant, tubular white flowers in summer.
Winter-deciduous.
Sinobambusa tootsik 'Albostriata'
Temple bamboo
Bamboo
To 20'+
Use as beautiful screen or hedge, or in large tubs.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dense thicket of 1 1/2" culms with bold, bright cream and green leaves. Spreading.
Sisyrinchium [angustifolium]
Blue-eyed grass
Evergreen perennial
8-10 inches high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense grassy like bluish green foliage. Masses of fls.in spring and summer of purplish blue color with yellow center.
Sisyrinchium bellum 'Arroyo de la Cruz'
Blue-eyed grass
Evergreen perennial
Up to 1' high, 1'+ broad
Useful for borders, banks, rock gardens
Most soils. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Compact grassy clump. Clouds of blue violet star-shaped flowers in spring and summer. Will die down with summer
drought.
Sisyrinchium bellum 'Ft. Bragg'
Blue-eyed grass
Evergreen perennial
8"h x 12"w
Use it on banks in perennial borders.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Dwarf, clumping habit. Spring-blooming with large lavender, violet-centered flowers.
Sisyrinchium bellum 'H Bar H White'
Evergreen perennial
Up to 12 inches high
Used in borders, meadows.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
White flowers on this clump forming dainty iris relative. Blooms spring to summer.
Blue-eyed grass
Blue-eyed grass
Kangaroo Apple
Sparmannia africana
African linden.
Evergreen shrub
10'+
Bold display, foundations.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Large furry green leaves are tropical in appearance; many white flowers in winter and early spring.
Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rugosa
Apricot mallow
Evergreen shrub
To 2'+
Use on banks, in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
California desert shrub forms loose mound and produces vivid orange flowers in spring and summer. Needs good
drainage and air circulation.
Sphaeralcea coccinea
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Sphaeralcea fendleri var. venusta
Evergreen perennial
To 3-5'
Borders, banks
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
3'+ stems carry spikes of silky medium pink flowers in summer; spreads by underground stems. Low leaves in winter
months.
Sphaeralcea fulva 'La Luna'
Mallow
Evergreen shrub
4'+
Use in dry borders, on banks, and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bushy Baja California mallow has yellowish leaves and many white flowers in spikes in spring.
Sphaeralcea incana
Globe mallow
Flowering perennial
3-4' high, 6'+ broad
Use it in borders, on banks, in flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spreading by underground rhizomes, with slender upright stems, grey-green leaves, long clusters of orange 1" blossoms
in summer and fall.
Sphaeralcea incana--dark pink
Evergreen shrub
To 3'+
Use in mixed plantings, dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Erect wand-like stems to 3'+ spread a bit at the root; Grey-green leaves are the backdrop for the dark pink flowers.
Spring and summer bloom.
Sphaeropteris cooperi (Alsophila australis)
Australian Tree Fern
Fern
12-20 feet high and wide
Good for shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Protect from wind. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Fast growing. Finely divided bright green fronds unroll from furry brownish-tan croziers. Fronds drop cleanly from
trunk.
Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor'
Birch leaf spiraea
Deciduous shrub
To 3'
Use in borders, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense shrub, to 3. White flowers in clusters in late spring and early summer. Good fall color on the leaves--shades of
gold, bronze and red.
Spiraea x bumalda 'Anthony Waterer'
Dwarf red spiraea
Deciduous shrub
2-3 feet high and wide
Specimen shrub, foundation plant.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, rounded habit. Bright carmine flowers bloom June to fall. Leaves with maroon tinge.
Spiraea x bumalda 'Candlelight'
Deciduous shrub
To 3'
Use in foundation or mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Soft yellow leaves are less shocking than some spiraea cultivars. Heads of pink fls. in spring. Compact habit.
Lamb's ears
Stachys citrina
Evergreen perennial
6"h/2'w
Use in rock gardens, for edging and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clump with light green leaves; short spikes of pale yellow flowers in summer. Good low maintenance perennial.
Stachys coccinea
Scarlet hedge nettle
Evergreen perennial
2'+ tall
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Low fuzzy green leaves carry long stems with bright red flowers in summer and fall. Native to southwest U.S.
Stachys discolor
Deciduous perennial
6"h/1'w
Use in containers, rock gardens, small scale plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Quilted dark green leaves make tidy clumps; large creamy flowers are held in dense heads in spring. Striking in bloom.
Stachys monieri
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in mixed plantings, for edging or flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps of textured green leaves; dark rose purple fls. in dense heads are carried on stems above the foliage in
summer.
Stachys monieri 'Snowy'
Evergreen perennial
1'
Use in flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bright green quilted leaves stay close to the ground in a tidy clump; clear white fls. are carried in dense heads on 8"-1'
stems.
Stachys thirkei
Evergreen perennial
1' high/2-3' wide
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Like lamb's ears, but greener. Makes dense furry carpets; upright flower stems to 12" carry attractive mauve pink
flowers in late spring.
Stachyurus praecox 'Leucotrichus'
Deciduous shrub
6'
Use in woodland gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Curious shrub carries stiffly pendant spikes of yellow flowers in earliest spring. Valued for early spring bloom.
Stackhousia monogyna
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Staphylea pinnata
15'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Bladdernut.
Stauntonia hexaphylla--staked
Stauntonia vine
Evergreen vine
30' h
Use as large climber on trees, fences.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Robust vine bears fragrant white fls. in summer. Edible egg shaped purple fruits form if male and female plants present.
Native to Korea and Japan.
Stenomesson miniatum
Bulbous perennial
1'+
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Bright orange bells flowers held over broad dark green leaves. Summer bloom.
Stenomesson species--yellow
Bulbous perennial
18"
Use in containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Clumps of dark green leaves produce fl. stems to 18" in summer carrying trumpet shaped soft yellow bells.
Stenomesson variegatum
Bulbous perennial
1-2'
Use in containers, and protected areas.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20deg
Long, strap-shaped leaves form clumps; loose clusters of drooping trumpet-shaped coral red & green bells are carried in
summer and fall.
Stipa gigantea
Giant feather grass
Grass
4-6 feet tall
Useful for bank plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spectacular. Flowers spikes bloom in June with dangling shiny golden awns that dance in the wind. Evergreen foliage
clump to 18"high by 3' wide.
Stipa gigantea 'Little Giant'
Grass
3'
Use on banks, in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degDwarf selection of giant feather grass; green leafy clump to 1' high, golden flowers on stems to 3'. Spring bloom.
Stipa ichu
2-3'
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15degStipa leucotricha
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun.
Stipa ramosissima
Australian plume grass
Grass
5-7'
Borders, informal screens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Very erect grass with thin green leaves. Summer flowers give the appearance of tan clouds among the bamboo like
stems. Watch for reseeding.
Stipa species--Chile
Grass
2-3'
Use on banks, in meadows and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Tight upright clumps of narrow dark green leaves reach from 18" to 2'; airy flowers on stems to 30".
Stokesia laevis 'Aster White'
Stokes' aster
Evergreen perennial
6-12 inches high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping, with broad basal leaves, branched stems, and large white heads.
Stokesia laevis 'Blue Danube'
Stokes' aster
Evergreen perennial
1-2 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact clumps, 3" lavender blue flowers like double daisies, with lacy divided rays.
Stokesia laevis 'Mary Gregory'
Stokes' aster
Evergreen perennial
1'+
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLarge creamy yellow, fringed fls. on 1'+ stem are freely produced in summer and fall on this reliable perennial.
Strelitzia juncea
4-5'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Tender/protect
Strelitzia reginae
4-5'
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Tender/protect
Strobilanthes sp.
Evergreen shrub
3-4'
Use in flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Shiny narrow leaves are very dark; lavender flowers appear in fall and early winter. Protect from hard frost.
Stylophorum diphyllum
Celandine poppy
Deciduous perennial
2'
Use in shade gardens, in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Unusual poppy relative has light green leaves and bright yellow flowers in spring and summer.
Styrax japonicus
Japanese snowdrop tree
Deciduous shrub
15-20'
Foundations, specimen, woodland gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Elegant, graceful shrub or small tree. White bell shaped flowers in early summer.
Styrax japonicus 'Roseus'
Japanese snowdrop tree
Deciduous shrub
To 20'+
Use in woodland gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Graceful shrub/small tree with horizontal branches. Pretty pink bell flowers droop from branches in spring.
Styrax redivivus
Snowdrop bush
Deciduous shrub
6-10'
Use in borders, mixed planting, as specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0degGraceful shrub with oval form. White bell flowers droop from the branches in spring. CA native.
Swainsona galegifolia 'UCSC White'
Semishrubby perennial
Up to 3' high, 4' broad
Use it as a specimen shrub, for shady nooks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Graceful subshrub with arching stems, bright green divided leaves, clusters of snow-white pea-flowers from spring to
fall.
Swainsona procumbens
Evergreen shrub
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Pale pink flowers in lush racemes are well displayed on this low subshrub.
Symphoricarpos albus 'Tilden Park'
Snowberry
Deciduous shrub
2-4 feet high and wide
Specimen shrub, informal hedge.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bushy, blue-green leaves and pinkish white urn-shaped flowers mature to large white berries in fall. CA native.
Symphoricarpos mollis
1-2'h/w
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Creeping snowberry.
Symphytum 'Goldsmith'
Low
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Symphytum 'Wisley Blue'
Low
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Medium shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Tagetes lemmonii
Mexican marigold
Evergreen shrub
6'+ high/wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Bushy, upright growth. Dissected, aromatic foliage. Bright orange flowers in winter and throughout the year. Deer
resistant.
Talinum calycinum
Fameflower
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in small scale gardens, dry borders, containers.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Vivid rose-purple flowers on slender stems are abundant in summer and fall on this tidy perennial. Succulent green
leaves.
Tanacetum haradjanii
Evergreen perennial
4-8 inch high
For borders, ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Matting and mounding. Dense silvery foliage with yellow flower heads.
Tansy
Teucrium betonicum
Evergreen shrub
To 5'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Erect oval shrub with broad, light green, aromatic leaves bear spikes of bright mauve flowers in spring. Hard frost burns
leaves but plants recover.
Teucrium chamaedrys
Germander
Evergreen shrub
Up to 1' high, 2-3' wide
Used as a ground cover, on banks, in borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low mound with dark, shiny toothed leaves. Plant is covered with small, tight clusters of reddish purple flowers in
summer.
Teucrium chamaedrys 'Compactum'
Evergreen perennial
15" high by 2' wide
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dark green mat. Dense purplish- pink flower spikes in summer. Fragrant leaves.
Germander
Bush Germander
Bush Germander
Teucrium hircanicum
2'+
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
2'+; rough green leaves; spikes of red violet flowers.
Teucrium hircanicum 'Paradise Delight'
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Rough green leaves stay fairly low; spikes of red violet flowers appear in spring and summer. Undemanding perennial.
Teucrium marum
Cat thyme
Evergreen perennial
12" high
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, twiggy habit; with pungent blue-grey tiny leaves. Rose-pink flowers in summer. Great treat for felines.
Teucrium montanum
Evergreen perennial
1'h
Use in rock gardens, for edging and in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degNarrow leaves form low dark grey-green mats. Spring to early soft yellow summer flowers come from clustered red buds
in dense heads.
Teucrium polium
Evergreen shrub
1'
Use in rock gardens, for edging and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low subshrub with grey leaves forms dense mound; yellow fls. appear just over the leaves in summer.
Teucrium polium--pink fl.
Evergreen perennial
4"h/1-2'w
Use in mixed plantings and dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low, dense cushion has greyish white leaves; fat buds open to lt. pink flowers in spring. Moderate to occasional
watering.
Teucrium pyrenaicum
Evergreen perennial
3" high/2'+ wide
Use in rock gardens, for edging or in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Round, pleated green leaves hug the ground and form mats; round heads of creamy fls are nestled among the leaves in
early summer. Great in shade.
Thalictrum aquilegifolium 'Album'
Meadow rue
Deciduous perennial
3-4'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumping, with lacy delicate leaves. Full fluffy heads of white flowers in early summer are quite showy.
Thalictrum aquilegifolium 'Purpureum'
Meadow rue
Deciduous perennial
3'h
borders
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degDelicate leaves are ferny in appearance. Broad fluffy heads of lavender purple flowers appear in late spring and summer.
Thalictrum delavayi 'Album'
6'+h
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Thalictrum delavayi var. decorum (finetii)
Meadow rue
Deciduous perennial
6'+h
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degLacy leaves stay low; tall stems to 6' carry many dangling larger-than-typical lavender pink flowers, creating a graceful
airy picture.
Thalictrum dipterocarpum
Chinese meadow rue
Deciduous perennial
5 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Delicate, columbine like leaves; tall spikes of dainty lavender flowers is produce in spring and early summer.
Thamnochortus rigidus
Restio
Restio
2'+
Use for foliage texture in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Evergreen rush-like perennial forms dense mound of fluffy foliage. Summer flower stems have bronzy bracts and are
very long lasting. Actual fls. tiny.
Thelypteris puberula
Sonora maiden fern
Deciduous fern
2-3'+
Use in shade gardens.
Most soils. Keep moist. Medium shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Rhizomatous fern for moderately moist sites has finely divided dark green fronds. Native to wet areas in lower California
and Arizona deserts.
Themeda australis 'Blue Roo' PPAF
8"
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Thermopsis macrophylla
California false lupine
Deciduous perennial
2-5'
Use on banks, in dry borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Soft grey leaves on upright stems; yellow flowers in spikes in early summer. Clumps spread in time. CA native for sunny
slopes.
Thermopsis montana
False lupine
Deciduous perennial
2'+
Use on banks, in borders and mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Silky leaves are soft to touch, and topped with short stems of bright yellow pea flowers in spring and early summer.
Thomasia solanacea 'Velvet Star'
Evergreen shrub
4-6'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense shrub withsoft light green leaves produces clusters of pendant starry pale pink flowers with red centers through
the year. UCSC/Koala Blooms.
Thuja occidentalis 'Rheingold'
American arborvitae
Evergreen shrub
4-6'
Use in mixed plantings, or as foundation shrub.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degSoft yellow-orange lvs. darken in winter. Keeps dense form all year.
Thujopsis dolobrata 'Nana'
Evergreen shrub
Up to 15 feet high
Used in foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Slow growing, erect habit. Slender, flat branchlets. Good in containers.
Deerhorn Cedar
Deerhorn cedar
Use in mixed plantings.
Thunbergia battiscombei
Evergreen shrub
Up to 6 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Evergreen. Somewhat vining or fountain shaped. Showy blue flowers, spring-fall.
Thunbergia
Thunbergia grandiflora
Vine
To 25'+
Use on walls and fences.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Robust vine. Rich green leaves to 6". Large blue trumpet flowers in summer.
Thunbergia 'Sunlady'
Black eyed susan vine
Evergreen vine
10'+h
Use on trellis in protected locations.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Fast vine has fuzzy leaves and golden yellow flowers with a dark eye in summer. Protect from hard frost.
Thymus caespititius 'Tuffet'
Thyme
Evergreen perennial
Flat
Use in mixed plantings, for edging.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degFlat mat with light green leaves and small pink flowers in summer.
Thymus camphoratus
Camphor thyme
Evergreen shrub
To 12" high
For borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Intricately branched, mounding dome has intensely aromatic dark green leaves and showy heads of rose-pink flowers in
summer.
Thymus x citriodorus 'Argenteus'
Silver thyme
Evergreen perennial
6-12" high
Used in borders, for ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading, matting habit, with silver variegated leaves. Lavender flowers in summer. Good as seasoning.
Thymus x citriodorus 'Lime'
Lime thyme
Evergreen perennial
6-8 inches high
Used in borders, for ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Forms spreading mounds of limey green foliage. Fragrant leaves are a delicious herb. Lavender pink flowers in summer.
Thymus x citriodorus 'Sweet Greens'
Thyme
Evergreen perennial
4" x 2'+
Use as edging, in borders, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense mats with green leaves are sweetly fragrant on this selection. Lavender pink flowers are abundant in early
summer.
Thymus x citriodorus 'Variegatus'
Lemon thyme
Evergreen perennial
6-8" high
Used in borders, for ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Forms spreading mounds. Fragrant yellow and green leaves are a delicious herb. Lavender flowers.
Thymus 'Elizabeth'
Evergreen perennial
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0deg-
Thymus hirsutus
Thyme
Evergreen perennial
4-6 inches high
Used in borders, for ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low, dense matting habit for fine- textured ground cover. Pink flowers.
Thymus 'Pink Chintz'
Evergreen perennial
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Tiny-leaved mat.Brt pink fls in spring
Thyme
Thymus pseudolanuginosus
Woolly thyme
Evergreen perennial
Flat
Use in rock gardens, or as groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Woolly thyme.Tight mats of furry grey leaves, widely spreading. Lavender pink flowers may appear in summer.
Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley'
Evergreen perennial
4-6"
Use for edging, in mixed plantings and containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low matting perennial has aromatic green leaves edged white, and flushed pink in new growth. Lavender pink fls. in
summer.
Thymus 'Rose Williams'
Thyme
Evergreen shrub
12" high, 2' wide
Use as edging, in dry gardens, or herb plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Low shrublet is densely covered with aromatic grey-green leaves; light lavender pink flowers from rose pink buds in
spring and summer.
Thymus serpyllum var. albus
Mother-of-thyme
Evergreen perennial
4"h
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degFlat, wide-spreading dark green mat is dotted with white flowers in late spring, early summer. Not as aromatic as many
other thymes.
Thymus serpyllum 'Coccineus'
Mother of Thyme
Flowering perennial
4 inches high
Used in borders, for ground cover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Forms dense, dark green mats. Purple-red flower spikes in summer.
Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'
Evergreen perennial
1-2" high, up to 2' broad
Ground cover for sunny sites.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, low mat with tiny leaves, summer clusters of small lavender-pink flowers.
Mother-of-thyme
Thymus vulgaris
1-2'h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
To 18"+, woody; grey leaves, lavender flowers.
Thymus vulgaris 'Ray Williams'
Evergreen shrub
1-2 feet high
For borders, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, shrubby habit. Floriferous bloom of lavender flowers in summer.
Thymus vulgaris 'Silver Posie'
1-2'h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Thymus varieties--mixed
flat to low matting
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Flat to low mats; various fl. colors.
Common thyme
Thysanolaena latifolia
Tiger grass
Grass
to 10'+
Use in protected gardens for tropical effect.
Most soils. Keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Evergreen clumping, bold grass has large glossy green leaves on arching stems. Creamy flower plumes in late summer.
Protect from hard frost.
Tiarella cordifolia 'Oakleaf'
to 1'h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degFoamflower. Deeply lobed lvs, spreading. Pink fls.
Tiarella 'Snowflake' ('Snow Flake'?)
Evergreen perennial
12-18" high
Use in shade borders and woodland gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Rounded green leaves have purple makings; thin spikes of white flowers in spring.
Tiarella wherryi
False miterwort
Flowering perennial
6-12" by 2'
Used in borders, shade gardens.
Light acid soil. Keep moist. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact clumps. Attractive evergreen foliage. Tiny light pink flowers bloom in spring.
Tibouchina heteromalla
Evergreen shrub
4-5'
Use in borders, flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. keep moist. Wind protect. Tender/protect
Rich purple flowers in clusters of 7-12 held on spikes above lush, silky green leaves on this vase-shaped shrub.
Tibouchina organensis
5-8'h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Tibouchina urvilleana (semidecandra)
Evergreen shrub
5-18 feet high
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Brazilian native with fast growth, 3" purple flowers most of the year.
Princess Flower
Townsendia glabella
3-4"
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Trachelium caeruleum
Throatwort
Flowering perennial
2-4 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Treat as annual in cold areas. Clusters of purple flowers make good cut flowers.
Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Goshiki'--staked
Star jasmine
Evergreen vine
To 6'
Use on trellis, fences, in shade gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Light vine with bright cream, pink and green leaves carries clusters of scented creamy flowers in spring-summer.
Trachycarpus wagnerianus
Chusan palm
Palm
to 20'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Leaf fans to 2' across are smaller than the typical Chinese windmill palm. Trunks fibrous with age.
Tradescantia occidentalis
Western spiderwort
Deciduous perennial
12-18"
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Much like the typical spiderwort in form and flower, this southwestern U.S. native has grey-green stems and leaves, and
the typical pretty blue fls.
Tradescantia virginiana 'Bilberry Ice'
Deciduous perennial
1-2'h
Most soils. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degWhite fls. with lavender center.
Tradescantia virginiana 'Charlotte'
Deciduous perennial
1-2'h
Most soils. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0deg1-2'; vivid pink flowers.
Virginia spiderwort
Use in mixed plantings.
Virginia spiderwort
Use in mixed plantings
Triteleia bridgesii
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15degTriteleia hyacinthina
White brodiaea
Cormous perennial
2 1/2 feet
Good for meadows, rock gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Starlike white flowers with dark center bloom in spring on this CA native bulb. Bright dark green leaves. Summer
dormant.
Triteleia laxa 'Queen Fabiola'
Ithuriel's spear
Cormous perennial
1-2 feet high
Good for meadows, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
CA native. Grass-like leaves. Broad clusters, trumpet-like blue purple flowers in spring.
Triteleia peduncularis
Long-rayed brodiaea
Cormous perennial
Up to 1 foot high
Good for meadows, rock gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Late spring blooming CA native bulb bears white flowers in long-rayed starry clusters. Great in summer dry gardens.
Tritonia crocata 'Charles Puddles'
Flame freesia
Cormous perennial
1-2 feet high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Spectacular seed strain, spring bloom flowers of coral, pink, and white. Summer dormant.
Tritonia crocata--creamy white/pale pink
Cormous perennial
1-2'h
Use in containers, mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degCreamy white and pale pink flowers are produced on stems held over the iris-like leaves in spring. Can dry in summer.
Tritonia crocata--pink w/coral ctr.
1-2'h
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15deg1-2'; iris-like leaves; pink fls. have dark center.
Tritonia crocata 'Princess Beatrix'
Flame freesia
Cormous perennial
1-2 feet high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Summer dormant. Cup-shaped blossoms painted brilliant orange in spring.
Tritonia crocata 'White Glory'
Flame freesia
Cormous perennial
1-2 feet high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Summer dormant. Cup-shaped blossoms are white, tinged with pink. Spring bloom.
Tritonia disticha
Cormous perennial
1'+
Use in flower gardens, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Summer blooming bulb bears coral pink flowers with yellow markings on slender arching stems.
Tritonia 'Flaming Fancy'
Flame freesia
Cormous perennial
12-18"
Use in mixed plantings, containers, summer-dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Vivid coral orange flowers are held on spikes in spring. Let dry in summer.
Tritonia hyalina
Dwarf flame freesia
Cormous perennial
1 foot high
Good for rock gardens, containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Summer dormant. 1" blossoms, painted bright orange with transparent "windows".
Oxypetalum caeruleum
Ugni molinae
Chilean guava
Evergreen shrub
To 6' high
Useful for hedges, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Huckleberry-like shrub with moderate growth develops into dense, rounded bush. White flowers ripen to edible dark
reddish fruits.
Ugni molinae 'Flambeau'
Variegated Chilean guava
Evergreen shrub
4-6' high
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Variegated form of Chilean guava grows slowly. Very attractive grey-green leaves have cream edges and new lvs are
flushed pink.
Ugni molinae--wild reselect
Chilean guava
Evergreen shrub
6' high
Use in mixed plantings, hedges and shrub borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Small, firm dark green leaves with pointed tips are held on well branched dense shrub. White flowers mature to small
dark, edible and tasty fruits.
Umbellularia californica
Evergreen tree
Up to 80 feet high
Useful as a shade tree.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense, oval shrub or large tree with spreading canopy. Purple berries in fall.
Sea onion
Vaccinium 'O'Neal'
Southern highbush blueberry
Deciduous shrub
5'h
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Valued for great tasting fruit, this selection also has a low chill requirement. Plants grow to 5', and it begins to bear early
in the season.
Vaccinium ovatum
Evergreen huckleberry
Evergreen shrub
Up to 10 feet high and wide
Used in foundation plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Native from British Columbia to California, this dense shrub has a graceful branching habit with shiny, clean leaves.
White fls. make edible fruits.
Vaccinium ovatum 'Blue Madonna'
Huckleberry
Evergreen shrub
5'
Use in mixed plantings, shade and native gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Neat leaves on this compact CA native huckleberry have a bluish cast. Pinkish flowers mature to blue-black edible
fruits. Heavy blooming/fruiting.
Vaccinium ovatum 'Indians Wanderer'
Huckleberry
Evergreen shrub
to 3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spreading by underground stems; this form of huckleberry stays relatively low. Sturdy 3' stems are erect. White fls,
edible dark fruits. CA native.
Vaccinium ovatum 'Wunderlich'
Huckleberry
Evergreen shrub
Up to 10' by 12'+
Used in foundation plantings.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Vigorous, large lvd. selection of our native huckleberry with shiny new coppery leaves. Edible blue fruits follow small
pinkish white fls. CA native.
Vaccinium parvifolium
Red huckleberry
5-6'
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade'
Pink lemonade blueberry
Deciduous shrub
4-5'h/w
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Glossy narrow leaves turn orange and red in fall, deep pink sweet fruits are ready to sample late summer through fall.
Low chill requirements.
Vaccinium 'Sharpblue'
Blueberry
Deciduous shrub
4-6' high
Grow for the delicious fruit as well as ornamental features.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low chill (200 hours below 45 deg.) blueberry has very long bearing season. Can be evergreen in mild areas. Self fertile,
but better with pollinator.
Vaccinium 'Sunshine Blue'
Southern highbush blueberry
Deciduous shrub
3-4' high
Use in mixed plantings, for edible fruits.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dwarf selection has bluer leaves than most cultivars. Low chill variety (150 hours below 45 deg.) Best when planted
with other cultivars.
Vaccinium "Surprise"
Deciduous shrub
6'+
Use in mixed plantings.
Light acid soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Blueberry produces good quantities of tasty fruits in summer.
Blueberry
Vaccinium vitis-idaea
Evergreen shrub
8-12 " high, 2' wide
Used as a ground cover.
Light acid soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Closely-branched habit, spreading from rhizomes. Edible red berries.
Foxberry
Vancouveria chrysantha
Golden inside out flower
Evergreen perennial
12-18"
Use in shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Light shade. Hardy to 0degFernlike leaves form a slowly spreading carpet, yellow flowers are held over the leaves in spring. Native to far northern
California and sw Oregon.
Vancouveria hexandra
Inside-out flower
Deciduous perennial
12-18" high and wide
Used in shady borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Native from Washington to CA. Lacy carpets slowly spread, delicate white flowers are held over the leaves in spring.
Excellent for dry shade.
Vancouveria planipetala
Evergreen perennial
Up to 2 feet high
Used in shady borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Native Oregon to CA. Evergreen carpets, fern- like leaflets. Excellent in dry shade.
Redwood ivy
Veltheimia viridifolia
Bulbous perennial
To 2'+h
Useful in containers and shade gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Large bulb w/long, wavy leaves puts up a spike with many coral-pink tubular fls. in spring.
Verbascum bombyciferum 'Polarsommer'
Mullein
Evergreen perennial
2-4 feet + high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Huge rosettes of furry grey-white leaves.Thick, furry white stems to 6' high carry bright yellow flowers in spring and
summer.
Verbascum chaixii 'Album'
Mullein
Evergreen perennial
2'+
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dark green basal leaves, narrow flower spikes are densely covered with white flowers with purple centers. Summer
bloom.
Verbascum chaixii 'Sixteen Candles'
Evergreen perennial
3'
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Broad 1' basal leaves put up many branched spikes with bright yellow fls. with violet filaments.
Mullein
Verbena bonariensis
Brazilian verbena
Evergreen perennial
3-6 feet high
Use in mixed plantings, flower or cutting gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Dense clusters of violet flowers are on very long stems over the rough leaves. Attractive to butterflies, and very long
blooming. Can reseed.
Verbena 'Homestead Purple'
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Verbena lilacina 'De la Mina'
Evergreen shrub
2' high/wide
Use in dry gardens, on banks, in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Rounded shrub carries bright lavender purple, sweet scented flowers in summer. Protect from hard frost. Baja California
native.
Verbena peruviana 'Red Devil'
Verbena
Evergreen perennial
4-6" high by 3-4' wide
Use as groundcover, or in borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Bright green leaves carpet the ground; broad flower heads are bright red on this selection. Long bloom.
Verbena rigida 'Polaris'
18-30"
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Verbena 'Snow Flurry'
Low
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Verbena stricta
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Verbena 'Tapien Blue Violet' PP#9411
Evergreen perennial
To 6" high
Use for edging, as ground cover.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degDense, low mat. Dissected leaves, reddish violet flowers in spring and summer.
Verbena tenuisecta 'Lacy Pink'
Moss verbena
Evergreen perennial
1'h/4w
Use in mixed plantings, for ground cover.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Spreading mats of dissected leaves, bright pink flowers appear in heads in summer..
Verbena --mixed
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15degCarpeting perennial. Bright fls. in various colors.
Veronica 'Giles Van Hees'
Deciduous perennial
To 1'h/w
Use in borders, flower gardens, for edging.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low, tight mat with many spikes of vivid dark pink flowers in spring and summer.
Veronica incana
Evergreen perennial
6-12 inches high
Used in borders, banks.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Evergreen. Lavender-blue flowers in early summer. Matting with 2" grey leaves.
Speedwell
Veronica oltensis
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Veronica pectinata
Evergreen perennial
Low
Use in rock gardens, or for edging, containers.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degSmall woolly grey-green leaves form a loose, low mat. Bright light lavender blue flowers show up well in spring and
early summer.
Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue'
Evergreen perennial
4"h/2'w
Use in borders, or as groundcover.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0degSlender trailing stems with roundish leaves make a compact mat. Incredibly bright blue flowers in spring, often through
summer.
Veronica spicata 'Blue Fox'
Speedwell
Deciduous perennial
1 foot + high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Compact clumps with dark purple- blue flower spikes in spring-summer.
Veronica spicata 'Pink Damask'
Deciduous perennial
2'
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degCompact clumps produce 18" stems with soft pink flowers in summer.
Veronica spicata 'Red Fox'
Deciduous perennial
1'+ h
Use in mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degBright rose red fls. are carried on erect spikes over green leaves on this easy perennial.
Veronica spicata 'Romiley Purple'
Deciduous perennial
1'+ h
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 0degCompact clumps; 18" stems, dark violet fls.
Veronica 'Waterperry'
Speedwell
Deciduous perennial
4"h/2'w
Useful in borders, or as edging.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Speedwell. Prostrate stems have round, glossy leaves. Small, round lavender blue flowers are carried spring through fall.
Veronica 'Whitewater' PP#22783
Speedwell
Evergreen perennial
Low
Use as groundcover, between shrubs, for edging.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Prostrate green mat with rounded shiny green leaves; masses of bright white flowers in spring and summer.
Veronica wormskjoldii
Low
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Speedwell. Low, with masses of bright blue flowers.
Verticordia plumosa 'Pink Lace'
Feather flower
Evergreen shrub
2 feet + high, 2 feet wide
Showy specimen shrub.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
UCSC/Koala Blooms introduction. Dainty fringed clusters of lavender pink flowers set on thin stems. Shrub has a
heath-like appearance.
Vetiveria zizanioides
Vetiver
Grass
4-5'
Useful for erosion control, on banks and back of the border.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Durable clumping grass makes a strong vertical column. Leaves blush purple red in fall. Fragrant roots source of vetiver
oil. Adaptable.
Fragrant snowball
Arrowwood
Dog violet
Vitex rotundifolia
Deciduous shrub
2'h/4'w
Banks, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Sprawling shrub; roundish grey-green leaves, short spikes of blue violet flowers in summer. Good bank cover.
Vitex trifolia var. purpurea
Evergreen shrub
4-5'
Striking foliage shrub, in flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 25-30 deg.F.
Lush, purple backed leaves are very striking on this rounded shrub; spikes of blue purple flowers in summer. Deciduous
with hard frost.
Vitex trifolia 'Variegata'
Evergreen shrub
to 4' x 8'
Use in borders, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Olive leaves have creamy edges and maintain good foliage color all season. Short spikes of lavender fls. in summer.
Vitis amurensis
Deciduous vine
To 20-30'
Use on fences and arbors.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Vigorous climber with large angular leaves; young shoots reddish. Great burgundy fall color. Small black berries in fall.
Vitis californica
California grape
Deciduous vine
10'+ h/w
Use on walls, fences, trellis.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
California grape grows quickly for dense cover. Seed from plants w/dark green lvs, prolific small purple black berries in
fall. Nice fall color.
Vitis californica 'Walker Ridge'
California grape
Deciduous vine
10-20'+
Used for walls, fences, strong trellis and banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Pink new foliage-spring, vivid green through summer, yellow and red in fall. Vigorous growth, small dark fruits in fall.
Vitis coignetiae
Crimson glory vine
Deciduous vine
To 30'
Use on fences and arbors.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Vigorous climber; large roundish leaves can be brightly colored in fall. Inedible black fruits in fall.
Vitis girdiana
Desert wild grape
Deciduous vine
To 10'
Use on fences, trellis, banks.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
California native grape from the southern part of the state. Leaves have a greyish cast. Strong growth, small berries in
fall.
Vitis 'Roger's Red'
Roger's red grape
Deciduous vine
10-20'h/w
Use on strong trellis, fence or or bank cover.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Hybrid with California native grape has large shiny leaves and small dark grapes in fall; great red fall color. Vigorous
growth.
Vitis vinifera 'Purpurea'
Tenturier Grape
Deciduous vine
10'+
Use on walls, fences, trellis.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Form of common grape with plum purple leaves; white fur on newest leaves; Very attractive mixed with other vines,
Deep purple fruits.
Wachendorfia thyrsiflora
Wachendorfia
Tuberous perennial
Up to 3 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Well-drained soil. Keep moist. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Iris-like pleated leaves form small thickets; dense clusters of 3/4" yellow flowers are held on 5'+ spikes in summer.
Watsonia aletroides
Bugle lily
Cormous perennial
8-12 inches high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Plant appears in fall, blooms in spring. Deep coral-pink tubular flowers.
Watsonia beatricis 'Coral Spires'
4'+
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20deg
Evergreen, to 4'; coral-orange flowers.
Watsonia beatricis x --bright orange
Bulb/Corm/Tuber
...
Clumping, to 3'+;bright orange fls
Watsonia beatricis 'Rose's Flame'
Bugle lily
Cormous perennial
4 feet +
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Dense thickets with upright leaves and stems. Spikes of bright orange flowers.
Watsonia beatricis, selected strains
Bugle lily
Cormous perennial
4 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Forms large thickets of 2' fans of leaves. Tubular flowers, from white to crimson. Evergreen. Attractive to
hummingbirds.
Watsonia beatricis West Hills Strain/Cherry
Bugle lily
Cormous perennial
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Forms large thickets of 2' fans of leaves. Tubular cherry-red flowers. Evergreen.
Watsonia beatricis--West Hills Hybrids
Cormous perennial
4'stem
Use in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Full sun. Hardy to 10degEvergreen clumps look good all year; spikes of flowers in early summer are generally rose to cherry. Can reseed, but not
a menace.
Watsonia beatricis--West Hills Str/raspberry
Bugle lily
Cormous perennial
4 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Forms large thickets of 2' fans of leaves. Tubular raspberry-red flowers. Evergreen. Attractive to hummingbirds.
Watsonia coccinea
Cormous perennial
1'
Use in mixed plantings, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Short stems to 1' with dark pink flowers in spring. Summer dormant.
Watsonia galpinii
Cormous perennial
...
Watsonia gladioloides
Cormous perennial
2'
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Species gladiolus forms erect clumps with firm leaves; large bright red orange flowers appear in summer.
Watsonia humilis
Dwarf bugle lily
Cormous perennial
6-12 inches high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Broad leaves, bright pink flowers with dark centers. Dwarf species. Spring bloom, summer deciduous.
Watsonia hybrids
Cormous perennial
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Watsonia intermedia
Pink bugle lily
Cormous perennial
1-2 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Blooms profusely with bright pink flowers with dark centers bloom in spring. Summer deciduous.
Watsonia lepida
2'h
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Wedelia trilobata
6-12"h
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Weigela 'Abel Carriere'
Deciduous shrub
5-6'+
Foundations, borders.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spring flowers are large and rosy carmine. Prune after bloom to keep compact. Easy and floriferous.
Weigela florida 'Foliis Purpureis'
Deciduous shrub
To 6'+
Use in borders, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Leafy shrub has purple-tinged leaves and masses of clear pink flowers in spring. Best with annual pruning; after bloom
is the best time.
Weigela hybrid--pink two-tone
Deciduous shrub
5'
Use in borders, foundations.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Green leaves are a nice contrast to the clear pink, two-toned flowers on this generous shrub. Best with annual pruning;
prune after bloom.
Weigela 'Red Prince'
Weigela
Deciduous shrub
Up to 6' high and wide
Useful for hedges, foundation plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clusters of red funnel flowers bloom May-June. Erect stems. Deciduous. Prune hard.
Weigela 'Variegata Nana'
Weigela
Deciduous shrub
3 feet high and wide
Useful for hedges, foundation plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Pink clusters of funnel shaped flowers bloom in May-June. Leaves are green + cream.
Weinmannia trichosperma
Palo santo
Evergreen tree
To 60'+
Use in foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Evergreen tree with fern like leaves produces short rounded spikes of white flowers in spring and summer. Flowers
reputed to produce great honey.
Westringia fruticosa
Coastal rosemary
Evergreen shrub
Up to 6' high and wide
Useful for hedges, foundation plantings.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 15-20 deg.F.
Spreading, mounding, dense grey-leaved shrub with white flowers almost all year around.
Westringia fruticosa 'Blue Gem' PPAF
5-6'
Well-drained soil. Occasional watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Westringia
Japanese wisteria
Japanese wisteria
Japanese wisteria
Japanese wisteria
Japanese wisteria
Japanese wisteria
Chinese wisteria
Silky wisteria
Grass tree
Datil yucca
Yucca brevifolia
Joshua tree
Succulent shrub
15-30'
Use in dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10degTree-like shrub slowly forms erect branched form. Leaves over 1 foot long; greenish white flowers on spikes. From
deserts of California and southwest.
Yucca 'Bright Edge'
Yucca
Evergreen perennial
lvs 1-2';fl. stm 3-4'
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Creamy bell flowers on 3-4'spikes; basal rosette of leaves grey green with bright yellow margins.
Yucca desmetiana 'Blue Boy'
Spanish bayonet
Evergreen shrub
10'
Use for bold display in mixed plantings, dry gardens.
Well-drained soil. drought tol.. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Adaptable yucca grows in relatively dry or moderately watered gardens. Can be grown single stem or with some
branches. Fl stem to 1'+, white fls.
Yucca filamentosa 'Variegata'
Adam's needle
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Basal rosette of leaves with margin of cream-white. Curly threads on margins. Fl. stems to 4'+ have creamy white fls.
Yucca flaccida 'Golden Sword'
Evergreen perennial
2-3'
Use in mixed plantings, for bold display.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Sturdy clumps of golden foliage; summer spikes produce creamy white fls. Good for foliage color and contrast, adds
nice form to the winter garden.
Yucca flaccida 'Ivory Tower'
Yucca
Evergreen perennial
lvs to 2', fl. stems to 4'
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Soft yucca with drooping grey-green leaves in dense rosettes; with broad torches of ivory blossoms on stems to 4' in
summer.
Yucca flaccida 'Yellow Stripe'
Yucca
Evergreen perennial
lvs. 1-2'; fl. stem to 3-4'
Use on banks, in borders and mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0degClumping yucca with yellow and grey-green striped leaves; summer flower stems bear large creamy flowers. Reliable
foliage color.
Yucca glauca
Soapwell
Evergreen perennial
1-2 feet + high
Use it for bold display, borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumps with blue-green leaves and 3' spike of fragrant green-cream flowers in summer.
Yucca 'Garland Gold'
Evergreen perennial
2'
Use as specimen for bold display
Most soils. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Dense clumps of bright yellow leaves have green edges. Spikes of ivory flowers on 3' spikes may appear in summer.
Yucca rostrata
To 16'
Most soils. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Yucca (Hesperoyucca) whipplei
Our Lord's Candle
Evergreen perennial
Foliage to 3'
Use on banks, in dry borders. Specimen.
Well-drained soil. drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Spine tipped grey leaves in tight rosette; flower spike to 15' with creamy flowers. Plant away from people and animals.
CA native.
Yucca whipplei "var. caespitosa"
Lord's candle
Evergreen perennial
2', fl. stem to 6'
Use on banks, dry borders.
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
This form of Lord's candle makes spreading clusters of very sharp spine-tipped rosettes. Robust fl. stems carry showy
white flowers. CA native.
Yushania (Arundinaria) anceps
Bamboo
Bamboo
Up to 15 feet high
Beautiful screen, specimen shrub.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Non-agressive runner. Elegant stems produce broad sprays of branchlets.
Yushania anceps 'Pitt White'
Bamboo
15'+
Use as informal hedge, screen or in containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Long drooping leaves are carried on stems that can arch almost to the ground. Elegant in form, this bamboo spreads in a
moderate way.
Yushania chungii
To 12'
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spreading clumps.
Yushania maling
Bamboo
To 20'+
Use as screen, or for foliage texture.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Hardy bamboo has grey-green culms, and many stiff dark leaves. Spreads by short rhizomes to form thickets.
Anigozanthos 'Ruby Velvet'
Well-drained soil. Drought tolerant. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25deg
Zantedeschia aethiopica
White calla lily
Tuberous perennial
4 feet high
Used in borders, flower gardens.
Tolerates heavy soils. Drought tolerant. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 15 deg. or less
Large, bold, sometimes invasive, nearly evergreen, with basal clump. White flowers in spring. Can go dormant with
summer drought.
Zantedeschia aethiopica 'Childsiana'
Tuberous perennial
1'
Flower gardens, edging.
Most soils. keep moist. Sun/shade. Hardy to 15degDwarf white calla, only grows to 1' high. White flowers are large in proportion to the plant.
Calla lily
Calla lily
Zanthoxylum piperitum
Japanese pepper
Deciduous shrub
8-15'
Use in foundations, shrub borders.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Spiny shrub can also be grown as small tree. Greenish yellow flowers in summer are followed by reddish fruits. Dense,
compact form.
Zantedeschia --assorted
To 18"+
Most soils. keep moist. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 20-25deg
Calla lily. Classic fls. in pink, white, yellow.
Zephyranthes atamasco
Bulbous perennial
6-10" high flower stem
For rock gardens, pots.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Late spring to early summer 3" snow-white trumpets open from light pink buds.
Atamasco lily
Zephyranthes candida
Zephyr lily
Bulbous perennial
8-12" high
Used in borders, rock gardens.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun or light shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Evergreen with white crocus-like flowers bloom in late summer and fall. Drought-deciduous, resumes growth with first
rains.
Zephyranthes citrina
Rain lily
Evergreen perennial
6-10"h
Use in mixed plantings, for edging and in containers.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Bright yellow flowers are set among narrow green leaves. Not as vigorous as other rain lily species.
Zephyranthes flavissima
Yellow rain lily
Bulbous perennial
6-10"h
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Glossy bright green leaves form dense clumps; vivid golden yellow flowers appear for a long period in summer.
Vigorous and easy.
Zephyranthes 'La Buffa Rosa'
Rain lily
Bulbous perennial
6-10"h
Use in flower gardens, mixed plantings.
Most soils. Moderate watering. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Low clumps send up large white to pink flowers in summer. Clumps of blue green leaves increase in size over time.
Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset'
Rain lily
Evergreen perennial
6-10"h
Use in mixed plantings.
Most soils. moderate irrig.. Sun/shade. Hardy to 0 deg. or less
Clumps of shiny green leaves; typical rain lily flowers are shades of salmon to peachy pink. Summer bloom.
Zieria arborescens
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. .
Zieria pilosa
Evergreen shrub
18"x3'
Use in dry borders, banks, mixed plantings.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 20-25 deg.F.
Furry blue grey leaves on sturdy stems make low dense mounds; great in combination with other dry garden shrubs and
flowers. Subtle pink fls.
Zinnia grandiflora
Prairie zinnia
Deciduous perennial
3" x 8"
Use in banks, dry gardens, rock gardens.
Well-drained soil. Moderate watering. Full sun. Hardy to 10 deg. or less
Bright yellow daisies form a carpet on the ground on this spreading perennial. Blooms late spring to fall.