Height: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Spread: 50 - 100cm (20 - 40 IN.)
Very upright clump form with thick deep green foliage that highlights strong stems with many branched panicles of hooded white to pale purple, edged darker purple blooms that start in late summer early fall. Prefers a moist well drained soil.
Height: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Spread: 50 - 100cm (20 - 40 IN.)
Height: 1.25m (4 FT.)
Spread: 50 - 60cm (20 - 24 IN.)
Most vigorous, purple-black bugbane with deeply cut, lacy foliage. Stems with bottlebrush-like wands of fluffy, shell pink to white, fragrant blooms from late summer to early fall. Specimen and woodland plant. Low maintenance; cut back in late fall. Requires moist soil.
Height: 1.25m (4 FT.)
Spread: 50 - 60cm (20 - 24 IN.)
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: 60cm (24 IN.)
Numerous, bottlebrush-like, fragrant, white and occasional pink blooms in early summer contrast dark, purple-black stems and deeply cut foliage. Slow growing; can take up to three years to mature. Requires full sun in cool-season climates. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: 60cm (24 IN.)
Height: 40cm (16 IN.)
Spread: Spreading (Spreading)
A fast-spreading groundcover with heart-shaped, toothed, cream and green variegated foliage. Tall stalks with clusters of dainty white blooms in spring. Best in contained areas. Tolerates most well-drained soils and conditions.
Height: 40cm (16 IN.)
Spread: Spreading (Spreading)
Height: 60 - 75cm (24 - 30 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Long-blooming plant with spikes of lavender-blue in mid-summer, highlighted by deep green foliage. Foliage and blooms are licorice scented and edible. Deadhead to lengthen bloom time. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 60 - 75cm (24 - 30 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Height: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Showy spikes of lavender or purple blooms atop matt green, licorice-scented, edible foliage early summer to fall. All parts of this herb are edible. Native plant great for naturalizing and attracting pollinators. Plant where it has room to spread.
Height: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Height: 10 - 15cm (4 - 6 IN.)
Spread: 60cm (24 IN.)
Colourful groundcover with tiny spikes of purple-blue blooms in early spring and summer complemented by large, crinkly, glossy purple-black scalloped foliage. Excellent in container and rock gardens. Drought tolerant once established in a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 10 - 15cm (4 - 6 IN.)
Spread: 60cm (24 IN.)
Height: 10 - 15cm (4 - 6 IN.)
Spread: 60cm (24 IN.)
Semi-evergreen groundcover with burgundy, green and cream-white variations on rounded foliage. New foliage has pink tones which turn to a burgundy hue in fall. Short spikes of purple, bell-shaped blooms in late spring. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 10 - 15cm (4 - 6 IN.)
Spread: 60cm (24 IN.)
Plant names containing PBRAF, PP numbers and the like, may not be asexually propagated. Reproduction of these patented plants in any form, is prohibited. The symbols used to represent plant characteristics are based on our research and experience. Outcome may vary based on climate and conditions.
Full Sun: Varieties that require 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive and produce blooms to their full potential. The Plants with this icon are often heat-tolerant.
Partial Shade: Varieties that require 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants often prefer less intense heat.
Full Shade: Varieties that require less than 4 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants are often not heat-tolerant.
CVI: Certified Virus Indexed Prunus Pyrus and Malus varieties for export to the US.
New: All new variety additions to Bron and Sons within the last three years.
Attracts Hummingbirds: Varieties with brightly colours, nectar-rich blooms. Often tubular shaped with a strong, sweet fragrance.
Attracts Butterflies: These varieties often provide nectar on which butterflies feed. They can also be host plants that females lay their eggs on.
Attracts Birds: Varieties that provide food, cover and nesting areas for birds. Most commonly plants and trees that produce berries, fruits, seeds and nectar.
Plants for Pollinators: Varieties that provide nectar and pollen to pollinators. These plants are often brightly coloured and very fragrant. Many of the best plants to attract pollinators are native plants as they produce large amounts of nectar and pollen vs hybrid varieties.
Drought Tolerant Once Established: Plants that have the ability to withstand extended periods without watering once they are established, but may still need to be mildly supplemented during extended dry periods.
Fire Resistant: These choices are presented as a basic guideline from credible sources, to increase resilience to wildfires. Fire resistant does not mean fire proof. Plants on this list may burn if they are not selected for site and local conditions as well as being properly maintained.
Cut or Dried Flowers: Plants that have beauty and appeal with a longer stem. Often maintainting a sweet fragrance and an extended vase life.
Deer Tolerant: Varieties with the ability to withstand deer feeding without detrimental outcomes. Also included are varieties that deer prefer to avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to deer browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
Rabbit Tolerant: Varieties that deter rabbits; often has prickly, spiky or jagged foliage. May also refer to toxic varieties that rabbits will avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to rabbit browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
