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Helianthus salicifolius 'First Light'
Helianthus salicifolius 'First Light'
Common Name: willowleaf sunflower

An explosion of golden yellow flowers combined with a manageable height makes this a superior selection. Despite its name, this plant can be found literally blanketed in flowers in the late summer and into the fall when most other Helianthus are past. Flowers form on upright, self-supporting stems but instead of the typical tall sunflower, Helianthus 'First Light' forms a nice, compact clump of fuzzy, linear leaves topping out just above 3 feet.

Height: 3-4 Feet
Spread: 2-3 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-9

Lavandula × intermedia Phenomenal™ 'Niko'
Lavandula × intermedia Phenomenal™ 'Niko'
Common Name: lavender

A uniform plant both in production and the garden. Extremely tolerant to heat & humidity with superior winter survival and hardiness to Zone 5 - this lavender has been tested in several locations in Minnesota and Michigan with excellent results. Also resistant to common root and foliar diseases. Blooms best after vernalization. Developed & introduced by Peace Tree Farm. Required breeder tags must ship with all orders.

Height: 2-3 Feet
Spread: 2-3 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5-9

Penstemon digitalis
Penstemon digitalis
Common Name: beardtongue

In early summer, white or light-pink-tinted, tubular 1" flowers on branching, hollow stalks rise above a basal rosette of lustrous dark green leaves. Drought tolerant, tough as nails, and deer resistant. The tubular flowers make an excellent landing pad for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds alike!

Height: 3-4 Feet
Spread: 18 Inches
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-8

Stachys 'Silver Carpet'
Stachys 'Silver Carpet'
Common Name: lamb's ears
This cultivar features smaller leaves and finer texture than 'Helene von Stein', and seldom blooms. Silky hairs cover the leaves, giving them a very silvery appearance overall. Great for hot, dry locations.
Height: 12 Inches
Spread: 12-18 Inches
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-9