53 records

  • Plant Name & Description

    Botantical Name

  • Table Mountain Ice Plant Delosperma 'John Proffitt'

    Creeping, mat-forming perennial succulent. Resembles D. cooperi but more cold hardy. Dark pink flowers appear in early-summer and bloom until fall. Bright-green knobby leaves have purple highlights in the winter. Avoid excessive water. Prefers well-drained soils and handles heat and drought well.

  • Tabletop Juniper Juniperus scopulorum 'Tabletop'

    Evergreen shrub with flattened top and outspreading branches. Gray-green leaves are scale-like and compressed. Tolerant of alkaline soils and drought. Requires little maintenance.

  • Takara Itoh Peony Paeonia 'Smith Opus 2'

    Clump-forming herbaceous perennial. Abundant mid-green deeply-lobed foliage grows on stiff upright stems. Large fragrant double pink flowers are loose and airy. Petals flare and have darker pink edges with contrasting yellow stamens in the centers. Plant in fertile well-drained soils. Tolerates some drought once established. Itoh peonies, or intersectional peonies, are hybrids of the tree peony (P. lemoinei) and garden peony (P. lactiflora).

  • Tall Coreopsis Coreopsis tripteris

    A dramatic late-blooming coreopsis growing to heights of up to 9 feet. Disk-shaped flowers are yellow with burgundy-brown centers, and bloom in flat clusters atop the plants. Can spread readily and thrives in moist, disturbed soils. Native to the eastern half of the US.

  • Tallhedge Buckthorn Rhamnus frangula 'Columnaris'

    Narrow growing deciduous shrub commonly used as a hedge. Dark green, glossy, oval leaves retain their green color into the fall. Small whitish green flowers bloom in spring followed by reddish purple inedible berries. Prefers consistent watering.

  • Tangerine Southernwood Artemisia abrotanum 'Tangerine'

    Semi-evergreen, rarely flowering, perennial herb or shrub depending on cultivation techniques. Green, feathery foliage has a fragrance similar to tangerine and is used herbally such as an insect repellant. Occasionally may produce small flower/seed heads. Requires very little water. Plant in well-drained soils and shear back in spring. Will grow taller if left unsheared.

  • Tanyosho Pine Pinus densiflora 'Umbraculifera'

    Dwarf cultivar of Japanese Red Pine. Small evergreen slow-growing tree. Light green needles, 2-8 inches in length, are borne in pairs. Grown as a multi-trunked tree. Exfoliating red-orange bark is attractive. Needs moderate amounts of water. Plant in well-drained soils. Tolerates some shade in warmer climates.

  • Tara Prairie Dropseed Sporobolus heterolepis 'Tara'

    An ornamental grass valued for its upright vase shape and smaller stature compared to others within the species. Tara features finely textured foliage that fades to a warm orange red in the fall. Flowers are fragrant with hints of coriander. Seed heads tower above the foliage, and the seeds are attractive to birds and do not freely spread. This grass is ideal for rock gardens, foreground plantings and other areas that would be too overwhelmed with a larger ornamental grass.

  • Tatarian Maple Acer tataricum

    Small, deciduous, often multi-stemmed tree. Bright green leaves are broadly ovate, entire or with up to 3 lobes. Leaves turn red or yellow in autumn. Inconspicuous greenish-white flowers bloom in spring followed by winged seeds. Plant in well-drained soils. Tolerates some drought and alkaline soils.

  • Taylor Juniper Juniperus virginiana 'Taylor'

    An elegant and hardy screening tree with an upright, narrow form. The foliage is semi-soft, densely grown, and emerald green to blue-green in color. This Juniper may turn a bronze shade in winter.

  • Taylor's Sunburst Lodgepole Pine Pinus contorta 'Taylor's Sunburst'

    This Pine will give you a burst of “light” every spring as its new growth comes out a vibrant golden-yellow color. This color lasts for weeks before it fades to a lighter yellow-green and eventually becomes a classic Pine green as the foliage hardens. Spring also brings small cherry red cones. This is a cultivar of a species native to Utah.

  • Tennessee Coneflower Echinacea tennesseensis

    Native to glades near Nashville Tennessee, this coneflower is on the Federal Endangered Species list. It is smaller than its close cousin the purple coneflower. Magenta to purple flowers bloom in summer, with flat disks of rectangular petals surrounding a dark, cone-shaped center. Hybridizes readily with other coneflowers.

  • Terracotta Yarrow Achillea 'Terracotta'

    Herbaceous perennial with aromatic fern-like foliage topped with clusters of coppery-bronze flowers. Tends to spread quite aggressively and should be divided when clumps become too large. Drought tolerant once established. Tolerant of many soil types.

  • Texas Hummingbird Mint Agastache cana

    Upright growing herbaceous perennial. Spikes of dark-pink flowers bloom throughout the summer and are favored by hummingbirds. Gray-green leaves release a bubblegum-like fragrance when crushed or brushed. Prefers well-drained soils with moderate to low amounts of water.

  • Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince Chaenomeles x superba 'Texas Scarlet'

    Moderately growing flowering deciduous shrub. Covered with deep red blossoms in late-winter to early-spring. Develops edible green fruit that ripens to yellow and is related to apples and pears. Easy to establish. Prefers moderate amounts of water.

  • Thai Pink Jade Garden Phlox Phlox paniculata 'Thai Pink Jade'

    Large clusters of crisp, cotton-candy pink flowers sit on tall leafy stems, blooming abundantly throughout the summer. Perfect for adding height and color to the middle of perennial borders. A vigorous grower selected for its resistance to mildew.

  • The Blues Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'The Blues'

    The branches of this weeping evergreen spread irregularly and droop creating a unique shape. Silvery-blue foliage matches the species. Use as a focal point in the garden. Attracts year-round interest.

  • The Blues Little Bluestem Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues'

    An attractive grass with deep grey-blue upright foliage turning to dark orange-red in fall. It continues to remain attractive in winter. Prefers full sun and low moisture. Handles a variety of soils. Produces a small seedhead in late summer to mid-autumn. Tolerant of heat and drought. Easily adapts to a wide range of soil conditions.

  • The Governor Lupine Lupinus 'The Governor'

    Upright perennial with medium green, palmately-compound leaves. Bears beautiful spikes of striking blue and white pea-like flowers in early summer. This variety is included the Band of Nobles hybrids of the Russell strain. Grows in full sun to part shade with regular to moderate waterings.

  • The Pearl Brideflower Achillea ptarmica (The Pearl Group)

    A group of double-flowered cloned yarrow unlike most other yarrow species. Green leaves are not fern-like or dissected but lance-shaped and finely toothed. Profuse, white, button-like flowers bloom throughout the summer. Tolerant of many soil types and drought.

  • The President Clematis Clematis 'The President'

    Compact early-flowering climbing vine. Summer brings 4-6" rich purple blossoms with silvery underside. Attractive wispy seed heads appear after flowering. Group 2 type clematis. Requires some pruning to shape and to keep vine healthy.

  • Therese Bugnet Rose Rosa 'Thérèse Bugnet'

    Deciduous flowering shrub. Clusters of fragrant light-pink to fuschia flowers bloom in late-spring to early-summer and continue to bloom sporadically throughout the summer. Stems are very thorny. Leaves are green with deep veins and serrated edges. Proper care and pruning will ensure healthy plants with many blossoms.

  • Thornless Cockspur Hawthorn Crataegus crus-galli var. inermis

    A small, reliable deciduous tree with great ornamental value and multi-season interest. Late spring brings abundant white flowers, followed by attractive red fruit that ripens in the fall and serves as a good source of food for birds. Bronze-red fall color is excellent. This thornless variety is easy to use in any landscape. Native to eastern North America and resistant to drought and poor soils.

  • Thousand Flower Aster Bolotonia asteroides var. latisquama 'Snowbank'

    An herbaceous perennial with small, lance-shaped, gray-green foliage. Late summer brings upright and loose branching stems that are covered in white daisies with yellow centers, which are good for cut flowers and attract butterflies. The overall look is airy and meadow-like.

  • Threadleaf Rubber Rabbitbrush Ericameria nauseosa subsp. consimilis

    Deciduous shrub native to the western United States. Aromatic pale-green leaves grow on glabrous green stems. Produces clusters of golden flowers in late-summer. Deep roots and leaf color account, in part, for its drought tolerance. Requires no additional watering once established. Tolerates many soil types. Pruning will keep it looking good in the residential landscape.

  • Three-Leaf Sumac Rhus trilobata

    A native deciduous shrub that grows 4-6 feet tall and forms large clumps. Deep green summer foliage assumes a brillant bronze-red color in fall. Spikes of edible red fruit develop in late summer. Berries can be used to make a lemonade-like drink. Branches were used by some Native American tribes to make baskets. Very cold hardy and drought resistant. Also known as squawbush or skunkbrush.

  • Thunderhead Sedum Sedum 'Thunderhead'

    This succulent has very large, dark, rose-colored flowers that resemble a summer thundercloud. The stout, upright stems look great in the mid-border. This plant has handsome grey-green foliage which is a nice offset to long lasting flowers.

  • Thyme-leaf Speedwell Veronica oltensis

    Tiny evergreen leaves and blue-purple flowers make this groundcover an attractive option for crawling on rock walls or between pavers in a path. It's slow-growing but long-lived and very adaptable to many sites.

  • Tiger Eyes Sumac Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger'

    This compact form of the staghorn sumac is considered to be superior to the species due to its manageable size and minimal suckering. Its highly dissected leaves emerge a chartreuse hue but quickly turn a bright yellow. Insignificant yellow flowers give way to the standard cone-shaped red fruit clusters in summer. Fall turns the foliage a glowing scarlet. It is tolerant of many soil types except for poorly drained ones. Probably the best staghorn sumac for the landscape.

  • Tilton Apricot Prunus armeniaca 'Tilton'

    Small, deciduous, fruit-bearing tree. White flowers appear in spring followed by golden-yellow fruitwith a red blush. Can be used in jams and jellies and preserved by canning or drying. Apricots tend to tolerate very dry situations but produce the best fruit with plenty of water and with proper maintenance.

  • Timeless Glow Coral Bells Heuchera 'Timeless Glow'

    ‘Timeless Glow’ received its name for the bright chartreuse yellow foliage that turns lime green with age. An increase in sunlight will bring out more of the yellow tones, while colder weather turns the semi-evergreen leaves shades of pink and orange. The vibrant rounded foliage contrasts beautifully with the equally vibrant rosy-pink blossoms that sit atop slender stems.

  • Tina Sargent Crabapple Malus sargentii 'Tina'

    This crabapple is of very small stature, forming a spreading shrub of no more than four or five feet tall. It's covered in clouds of white flowers in early-spring that give way to bright red fruit. The fruit is very sour and best left to the birds. Its leaves are green and ovate.

  • Tiny Rubies Maiden Pink Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Tiny Rubies'

    A compact perennial which forms a low cushion of olive-green leaves. Fragrant double rose-pink flowers grow on individual stems. deadhead after blooming. This plant looks great in rock gardens and borders. Drought tolerant once established.

  • Tiny Wine Ninebark Physocarpus opulifolius 'SMPOTW'

    Coarse foliage is a rich wine-red color. Its branching is dense and basically upright. Clusters of pinkish-white flowers bloom in spring. The bark of older specimens exfoliates. The exfoliating bark provides a winter interest when the leaves are gone. It is tolerant of a wide range of conditions including heavy, alkaline soils.

  • Tomato Soup Coneflower Echinacea 'Tomato Soup'

    Large, bright red, daisy-like flowers bloom in summer to fall, fading to pink with age. The foliage forms a clump of dark-green foliage in the spring. Best bloom occurs with moderate water and late-afternoon shade.

  • Tor Birchleaf Spirea Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor'

    Mounding deciduous shrub with small, green leaves. Clusters of white flowers bloom in late-spring and if pruned as they fade, will rebloom. Foliage exhibits red, oranges and yellows in the fall. Best grown with moderate amounts of water. Prune out older branches to promote new growth and more blossoms.

  • Totally Tangerine Avens Geum 'Totally Tangerine'

    This tough perennial grows in mounds of fuzzy green foliage with airy stems loaded with apricot colored flowers appearing in late-spring to early-summer. It prefers moderate amounts of water and will tolerate some shade.

  • Tree Cholla Opuntia imbricata

    Large, tree-like cactus that purportedly reaches 8 feet in parts of its natural habitat. Long, tubular stems with many sharp spines that can puncture gloves. The stem pieces of the tree cholla are different from other chollas in that they don't detach as easily. cup-shaped magenta flowers bloom in late-spring to early summer.

  • Tricolor Sage Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor'

    Compact, shrubby, perennial cultivar of culinary sage. Grown primarily for ornamental properties but can be used for culinary purposes as well. Oblong leaves are marbled gray-green and cream with purple and pink tones. Leaves are wrinkled and highly aromatic. Clusters of lavender blue flowers grow on spikes in spring.

  • Tricolor Stonecrop Sedum spurium 'Tricolor'

    An evergreen perennial that forms a low carpet of green, pink, and creamy-white variegated foliage. Small pink flowers bloom in early to late-summer. Plant in well-drained soils and avoid overwatering. Works great in rock gardens.

  • Triumphans Spirea Spiraea x billardii 'Triumphans'

    This hybrid spirea is known for its late blooms, often blooming into summer. It grows best in moist, acidic soils, so may not be suitable for all waterwise gardens. Billowy pink flowers grow in clusters up to four inches tall. Slightly serrated leaves grow on dark stems.

  • Tufted Evening Primrose Oenothera caespitosa

    The large, fragrant white flowers of this native primrose open at sunset, blooming from late spring through early fall. Their four heart-shaped petals start out white and turn pink with age. Rosettes of toothed, lance-shaped leaves are silvery and neatly mound-shaped. This xeric plant is tolerant of poor, well-drained soils, making it a great choice for rock gardens. Native to the western United States.

  • Tulip Tulipa spp.

    A group of flowering bulbs that vary in color, bloom time and height. Flowers are solitary and borne on stiff upright stems. Can be single- or double-petaled and practically any color except blue. Gray-green to green leaves vary from strap-like and narrow to broadly oval. As with most bulbs, tulips are drought avoiders, blooming in spring when water is abundant and lasting through the dry periods in dormancy. Unfortunately, they are a favorite treat for deer.

  • Turkenlouis Oriental Poppy Papaver orientale 'Türkenlouis'

    This clump forming herbaceous perennial has large, brilliant orange-red flowers with black centers that bloom in late-spring to mid-summer. The papery petals are deeply cut, giving them a fringed appearance. The light green leaves are hairy and sharply lobed. The leaves go dormant after flowering, to help the plants survive late summer drought, and reappear again in the fall.

  • Turkestan Onion Allium karataviense

    Low-growing ornamental onion with broad, deeply veined, gray green strap-like leaves. There are often attractive smears and streaks of purple along the foliage. Globe-shaped clusters of pink flowers bloom in spring.

  • Turkish Cedar Cedrus libani var. stenocoma

    Large evergreen subspecies of Cedar of Lebanon native to southwest Turkey. Trees are pyramidal in form but more rounded with maturity. Short, green needles and open branching create a very picturesque specimen tree. Cones are held upright on branches. Tolerant of many soil types and drought. Plant in an area with plenty of room to grow.

  • Turkish Delight Stonecrop Sedum ussuriense 'Turkish Delight'

    Low-growing, succulent leaves are burgundy with a black cast. Clusters of deep red flowers bloom in late-summer to fall. Due to it's diminutive size, it works well in rock gardens and containers. It doesn't need much water to thrive.

  • Turkish Speedwell Veronica liwanensis

    Low-growing, slowly spreading perennial groundcover that makes a great low-maintenance lawn alternative. Plant Select winner for 1997. Tiny oval leaves are dark green and form a dense mat of dark green foliage. Clusters of small, lavender-blue flowers bloom throughout the spring. Tolerant of many soil types, drought, and shade.

  • Turquoise Tails Stonecrop Sedum 'Turquoise Tails'

    This native succulent of the Mediterranean requires very little attention in order to thrive. Greenish-blue leaves are rounded and grow in pointed clusters. Cream-yellow flowers bloom in the mid-summer on tall stems. It requires very little water and would be a great choice for a rock garden.

  • Turtleturf Prairie Junegrass Koeleria macrantha 'BarKoel'

    Slow-growing bunch grass heavily marketed as a turf grass. Turtle turf is a derivative of prairie junegrass. Grows well in infertile soil and requires less fertilizer and mowing than Kentucky bluegrass with only 70-80% of the water. Not tolerant of excessive traffic and has trouble competing with invasive weeds. Does not spread.

  • Twilight Evening Primrose Oenothera speciosa 'Twilight'

    This spreading perennial has paper-thin pale pink cup-shaped flowers that bloom throughout the summer. Foliage starts out a deep plum color then matures to green-bronze with purple variegation. A fast-growing and low-water plant, Twilight Evening Primrose is perfect in mass plantings or as a groundcover.

  • Twinberry Honeysuckle Lonicera involucrata

    The twinberry is indigenous to much of North America. It is a large shrub with attractive, glossy, oval leaves that give the shrub a shiny appearance. It produces insignificant yellow flowers in pairs which give way to dark purple to black berries that also grow side-by-side. The berries are technically edible but too bitter to be eaten by anything other than the birds.

  • Twisted Leaf Yucca Yucca rupicola

    A smaller yucca that has leaves which start out long and straight, but twist as they mature. The foliage is green with white or red edges. Tall flower stalks display a cluster of bell-shaped, white blossoms in early summer.