Height: 10cm (4 IN.)
Spread: 25 - 30cm (10 - 12 IN.)
Neat clumps of various-sized succulent rosettes that are green then turn red toward centre and on tips. Rose-pink blooms appear in mid-summer. Great for rock gardens, crevices, containers and walls. Drought tolerant once established in a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 10cm (4 IN.)
Spread: 25 - 30cm (10 - 12 IN.)
Height: 5 - 10cm (2 - 4 IN.)
Spread: 25 - 30cm (10 - 12 IN.)
Unique, neat, low clumps of fleshy blue-green, tight rosettes with white, then red outer tips, covered in web-like fibres. Tall, red stems with pink, star-shaped blooms in summer. Drought tolerant once established in a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 5 - 10cm (2 - 4 IN.)
Spread: 25 - 30cm (10 - 12 IN.)
Height: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Spread: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Masses of tall spikes of pale yellow blooms from mid-to-late summer accented by bright green foliage. Should not cause hay fever - blooms at the same time as ragweed! Tolerates dry soil and drought once established in a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 90 - 125cm (36 - 48 IN.)
Spread: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: Spreading (Spreading)
Native goldenrod that spreads rapidly, forming colonies of tall, solitary spikes with bright yellow blooms that last from late summer until fall. Important source of food for many native pollinators. Excellent plant for field restoration and naturalization projects.
Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5 FT.)
Spread: Spreading (Spreading)
Height: 10 - 15cm (4 - 6 IN.)
Spread: 35 - 40cm (14 - 16 IN.)
Beautiful carpet of silver-green, velvety-soft foliage excellent for borders or use as a groundcover. Though mostly grown for its foliage, it does produce abundant short spikes of light pink blooms in early summer. Should be deadheaded after blooming to maintain a neat appearance. Drought tolerant once established. Does not like wet sites.
Height: 10 - 15cm (4 - 6 IN.)
Spread: 35 - 40cm (14 - 16 IN.)
Height: 20 - 30cm (8 - 12 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Forms a low mound of large, velvety soft, silver-green foliage that has a lamb's-ear shape. Foliage is twice the size of regular lamb’s ear. Pink spike blooms on rare occasions. Very drought resistant when established in well-drained soil.
Height: 20 - 30cm (8 - 12 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Height: 20 - 25cm (8 - 10 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Dense mound of fuzzy, silver-green foliage maintains tighter form than other lamb's ear all season. Pink spike blooms on rare occasions. Low maintenance contrast, edge, groundcover, erosion control or rock garden plant. Prefers drier soil once established.
Height: 20 - 25cm (8 - 10 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Height: 60 - 75cm (24 - 30 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Bright red, daisy-like blooms with a yellow eye on long, upright stems atop bushy mounds of soft, bright green, ferny foliage. Blooms all summer - deadhead for more blooms. Great for containers and cut flowers. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil.
Height: 60 - 75cm (24 - 30 IN.)
Spread: 45 - 60cm (18 - 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.
