Genus, species, cultivar	Common Name	Plant type, habit, country of origin	Zones	Interest	Cultural Conditions	Care	Notes	Key # Date Planted
Star ratings: *** = water-wise, ** = will tolerate some drought, * = prefers water. M = Molbak's Nurseries Recommended Drought-Tolerant Plants for the Pacific Northwest.
R = Recommended as drought-tolerant in Debra Prinzing & Mary Robson, Washington & Oregon Gardener's Guide. All zones and other watering recommendations from Sunset Western Garden Book.
Acanthus mollis (Acanthaceae)	Bear's breech	Perennial, up to 5 ft tall and 3 ft wide; native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean.	5-24	Tall spikes of hooded whitish, rose, or purple summer flowers beneath spiny green or purplish bracts;  spineless leaves to 2 ft long are deeply lobed and cut.	Sun or shade in well-drained soil amended with organic matter; prefers moderate to regular water but will tolerate dry soil.	Cut off prickly spikes after bloom; fertilize once in spring with 5-1-1- when growth starts; mulch after growth stops in fall.	Allow ample space for plants to expand; naturalizes vigorously once established through spreading root system; enjoyed by slugs and snails.	#25 **
Alchemilla mollis (Rosaceae)	Lady's Mantle	Perennial, evergreen in milder areas, up to 2 ft tall and wide; native to Asia Minor.	A2, A3; 1-9, 14-24	Fresh green scalloped leaves hold beads of water; airy bunches of lime yellow flowers in spring and early summer are held on stems above leaves.	Full sun or shade in well-drained soil amended with organic matter; prefers regular water but will tolerate dry soil.	Trim off dead leaves at end of winter; fertilize once in spring when growth starts with 5-10-10; cut off flowers before they set seed if you don't want new seedlings.	Self sows; enjoyed by slugs but will quickly grow new leaves. If plant declines in hot summer weather, cut off all foliage and keep well watered to encourage new growth.	#33 **
Berberis thunbergii var. atropurpurea nana 'Crimson Pygmy' (Berberidaceae)	Dwarf Redleaf Japanese Barberry	Deciduous shrub, 2 ft tall and 4 ft wide; native to Japan.	A3; 2b-24	Reddish purple foliage, thorny branches, insignificant flowers; needs sun to develop color.	Full sun or light shade in well-drained, netural soil; water-wise (M, R).	Prune to allow sun to inner branches or they will die; renew mulch annually.	No pests; deer resistant; prefer acid soils.	#16, 1997 ***
Chrysanthemum maximum (Asteraceae)	Shasta Daisy	Perennial, 2-4 ft tall.	A1-A3; 1-24; H1	Leathery green leaves, gold-centered white multipetaled flowers in summer and fall.	Full sun to light shade in rich, well-drained soil; moderate to regular water	Easily grown from seed; divide established clumps every 2 to 3 years. Gall causes root crown to split into weak growing points that soon die; dig out affected plants and do not replant daisies in the same spot.	Great in borders and as cut flowers; enjoyed by slugs and snails	#1, 1997 *
Cornus kousa 'Ruby Slipper' (Cornaceae)	Chinese, Japanese, Korean or Kousa Dogwood	Deciduous shrub or tree, up to 20 ft tall and wide; native to Korea and Japan.	2-9, 14-17	Pink flowers on horizontal growth of limbs in spring/early summer; inch-long red fruits hang below branches in late summer/fall.	Sun to part shade in slightly acidic soil; once established water only in dry spells.	Apply 2-3 inches of mulch once a year; allow to grow as multistemmed shrub or train to single-trunked tree.	Less susceptible to anthracnose than C. florida or C. nuttallii.	#2, 1997 **
Cotinus coggyria purpureus (Anacardiaceae)	Smoke Tree	Deciduous shrub or tree, typically 12 to 15 ft tall and wide; native from southern Europe to central China.	2-24	Bronzy purple leaves and pinky tan flowers that give way to fuzzy lavender seed pods give interest from April to late fall.	Needs sun and fast drainage; does best under stress in poor or rocky soil; water-wise (M, R).	Needs no water or fertilizer after first 2 summers; can cut down to the ground regularly to force 3 to 8 ft limber summer shoots.	Naturally multistemmed but can be trained to a single trunk; can be pruned to keep to 8 to 10 ft; resistant to oak root fungus; deer enjoy it.	#20, 1997 ***
Crocosmia  x crocosmiiflora 'Lucifer' (Iridacaea)	Montbretia	Perennial from corm, up to 4 ft tall; native to tropical and southern Africa.	5-24; H1, H2	Sword-shaped leaves in basal clumps; small red mid- to late-summer flowers on branched stems.	Sun to part shade in hot areas in rich, well-drained soil; regular water during growth and bloom (R), water-wise (M).	Fertilize with 5-10-10 in spring; divide clumps every 4 years or so when vigor and flower quality decline.	Spreads freely; attracts hummingbirds	#3, 199? **
Crocosmia ??? (do we have another color as well as red?) (Iridaceae)
Dicentra spectabilis (Fumariaceae)	Common Bleeding Heart	Perennial, 2-3 ft tall and wide; native to Japan.	1-9, 14-24	Soft green leaves and pink heart-shaped flowers with white teardrop on graceful arching stems in late spring to early summer; plants go dormant in midsummer.	Best in partial shade in rich, light, moist, porous soil; avoid overly wet conditions; water-wise in WA because it is dormant through most of our dry season.	Fertilize when growth starts; mulch in fall for winter protection; mark spot before it goes dormant in July or early August.	Short lived in mild-winter areas.	#30, 1997 **
Dicentra spectabilis 'Alba' or 'Pantaloons' (Fumariaceae)	White Bleeding Heart	Perennial, 2 to 3 ft tall and wide; native to Japan.	1-9, 14-24	Soft green leaves and white heart-shaped flowers with  teardrop on graceful arching stems in late spring to early summer; plants go dormant in midsummer.	Best in partial shade in rich, light, moist, porous soil; avoid overly wet conditions; water-wise in WA because it is dormant through most of our dry season.	Fertilize in early spring when growth starts; mark spot before it goes dormant in July or early August; mulch in fall.	Short lived in mild-winter areas; can divide in fall after dormancy; few pest problems.	#30, 1998 **
Fragaria chiloensis (Rosaceae)	Beach or Sand Strawberry	Evergreen perennial groundcover, 4 to 5 inches tall native to Pacific Coast beaches and bluffs of North and South America.	4-24	Amost year-round interest with glossy green leaves that turn red in fall, white spring blossoms, and red summer fruit.	Sun to partial shade in rich soil; drought tolerant once established.	Mow or cut back annually to encourage new growth and prevent stem buildup.		#5 ***
Fuchsia magellanica (Onagraceae)	Hardy Fuchsia	Deciduous shrub that dies back to ground when killed by frost and grows up to 6 ft tall and wide in a season; native to Chile and Argentina.	3b-9, 14-24; H1	Gemlike drops of red and violet flowers bloom on 3-ft arching stems from summer until frost.	Sun to partial shade in well-drained soil amended with compost; mulch to keep soil moist; protect from hot sun; regular water but will tolerate late summer drought.	Keep branches over winter to protect roots; mulch 4-5 inches in winter; prune frost-damaged wood in late spring after removing mulch.	In areas where it is not killed back by frost each year, can reach 10 ft tall and wide; vulnerable to fuchsia gall mite; enjoyed by aphids, spider mites, and white flies.	#6, 1997 **
Geranium x  cantabrigiense 'Biokovo' (Geraniaceae)	Cranesbill Geranium 'Biokovo'	Semi-evergreen perennial groundcover, 6 to 8 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide; one of its parents (G. dalmaticum) is native to Croatia and Albania.	1-24	White flowers with light pink veins and stamens in mid summer above dark green foliage that turns red to orange in the fall.	Prefers sun with some afternoon shade; not fussy about soil as long as it's well drained; water-wise (M, R).	Cut back after bloom for repeat bloom in the fall.	Attracts butterflies and bees; disease and deer resistant.	***
Geranium	Cranesbill	Perennial, 6" tall			Sun with afternoon shade; moist, well-drained soil; regular water.	Divide in early spring if plants become overcrowded.		#15, various dates *
Helichrysum angustifolium (Asteraceae)	Curry Plant	Perennial, to 2 ft tall and wide; native to southern Europe	13-24	Narrow, nearly white leaves emit a currylike smell; bright yellow flowers in clusters from midsummer to fall.	Full sun in well-drained soil; moderate water.		Not used in curry, but a few leaves can add a pleasant aroma to a meat or salad dish.	#8, 2002 **
Helleborus orientalis (Ranunculaceae)	Hellebore, Lenten Rose	Evergreen perennial, 1ft tall;  native to Grrece, Turkey, and the Caucasus.	2b-10, 14-24	Deep green foliage, stiff and leathery with 5-11 sharply toothed leaflets; long-lasting 2-4 inch white to pink flowers in late winter/spring.	Shade for best blooms; good slightly alkaline soil with organic material; once established will handle summer dry spells; water-wise (M, R).	Fertilize in spring with 5-1-1; mulch; prune out flowering stalk after bloom; prune out old leaves at winter's end; add lime to acidic soil.	Pest resistant; establishes new seedlings slowly; some seed too easily.	#17, 1998 ***
Helleborus niger (Ranunculaceae)	Christmas Rose	Evergreen perennial, 1 ft tall and 1-1/2 ft wide; native to Europe.	1-7, 14-17	Lustrous dark green leaves divided into 7-9 lobes with few large teeth; white, 2-inch flowers from Christmas to spring turn pinkish with age.	Shade for best blooms; good slightly alkaline soil with organic material; once established will handle summer dry spells; water-wise (M, R).			***
Heuchera micrantha 'Palace Purple' (Saxifragaceae)	Coral Bells, Alum Root	Evergreen perennial, to 1-1/2 ft tall; native to California, Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.	1-10, 14-24	Maplelike, rich brownish or purplish leaves; whitish or greenish flowers from May to fall carried on 2 to 3 ft stems.	Sun to partial shade; well-drained, humus-rich soil; regular water until established.	Mulch; trim down to 4 inches every spring; cut spent flowers to stimulate reblooming; dig and divide every 3 years.	Leaves retain color year-round if given adequate sunlight; afternoon sun can sunburn leaves.	#7, 2003 **
Hydrangea macrophylla (Hydrangeaceae)(which one do we have?)	Lace Cap Hydrangea	Deciduous shrub, to ? Ft tall; native to Japan.	3b-9, 14-24	Thick, shiny, coarsely toothed leaves;summer (?) flowers  in big clusters (what color?);	Sun to partial shade; rich, porous, acidic soil; regular water.	Prune after bloom; cut out older stems; fertilize with a high-nitrogen fertilizer twice a year.	Flowers on old wood; the lower the soil pH, the bluer the flowers;enjoyed by deer.	#27, 2002 *
Hydrangea paniculata 'Grandiflora' (Hydrangeaceae)	Pee Gee Hydrangea	Deciduous shrub, to 10-15 ft tall and 8 ft wide; native to Japan and eastern China.	A2, A3; 1-21	Leaves are 5 inches long, turning bronzy in fall; large clusters of summer white flowers slowly fade to pinky bronze.	Sun to partial shade (can take shadier areas than other hydrangeas); regular to moderate water.	Prune in late dormant season	Can be trained as a 25-ft tree but performs best as a shrub.	#28, ???? **
Hydrangea quercifolia (Hydrangeaceae)	Oakleaf Hydrangea	Deciduous shrub, to 6 ft tall and 8 ft wide; native to southeastern US.	2b-23	Oak-shaped leaves turn bronze and crimson in fall; elongated clusters of white flowers in late spring and early summer turn pinkish purple as they age.	Can take drier spots once established.	Prune after bloom.		#26, 1997 **
Iris?
Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' (Lamiaceae)	English Lavender	Evergreen shrub, to 2ft tall and wide; native to mountains of southern Europe.	2-24	Smooth, narrow, silvery gray-green leaves, violet spikes of mid-summer flowers on 12-inch stems; fragrant.	Full sun in sandy to average well-drained soil; water-wise (M, R).	To keep plants from getting leggy, prune in spring to just above woody part of the stems.	Bees love lavender; deer dislike it (can use it as a protective barrier around plants deer like to eat).	#12, 1999 ***
Lychnis coronaria (Caryophyllaceae)	Dusty Miller, Rose Campion	Perennial, to 2-1/2 ft tall and 1-1/2 ft wide; native to southern Europe.	1-9, 14-24	Silky white foliage and magenta early to mid-summer flowers.	Full sun to partial shade; tolerates adverse soils and drought.		Self-sows freely if faded blossoms are not removed.	#29 ***
Meconopsis cambrica (Papaveraceae)	Welsh Poppy	Perennial, 1 to 2 ft tall and 1 ft wide; native to western Europe.	1-9, 14-17	Orange or yellow, 3-inch poppies from spring to fall.	Sun to shade in loose, acid soil; drought tolerant.		Self-sows freely.	***
Nandina domestica 'Compacta' (Berberidaceae)	Heavenly Bamboo	Evergreen shrub, to 4 to 5 ft tall and 3 ft wide; native to China and Japan.	4-24; H1, H2	Lightly branched, canelike stems with lacy, fine-textured green leaves that start reddish, turn light green and then bronzy in the fall; loose white blossoms in late spring or early summer.	Sun to shade; prefers rich soil with regular water but will tolerate drought; water-wise (R).	Unpruned clumps may become top heavy, so cut oldest canes to the ground in spring before new growth appears.	Subject to chlorosis (yellowing of leaves) in alkaline soil; add chelated iron; best color in full sun, but in full sun needs some water to look its best.	#24, 1997 **
Narcissus (Amaryllidaceae)	Daffodil or Narcissus	Bulb, various heights; native to Europe and North Africa.	all zones	Bloom February to April	Full sun; some water except when dormant; water-wise in WA because dormant in summer.	Fertilize each spring when 1 inch tall; leave foliage after bloom; dig and divide occasionally.	Enjoyed by slugs and snails; deer resistant.	1998 ***
Paeonia lactiflora (Paeoniaceae)	Herbaceous Peony	Perennial, to 4 ft tall and 3 ft wide; native to China.	A1-A3; 1-11, 14-20	Blooms late spring/early summer.	Full sun in soil amended with well-rotted manure or compost; regular water.	Deadhead to prevent seed formation; fertilize after flowering and again in the fall; cut back all stems to ground in the fall; provide support for blossoms.	If botrytis is a problem, spray with copper fungicide in the spring and provide good air circulation around plants.	#21, 1997 *
Perovskia atriplicifolia (Lamiaceae)	Russian Sage	Shrubby perennial, to 3 ft tall and wide; native to western and central Asia.	2-24	Grayish white upright stems with gray-green foliage tipped in late spring and summer with widely branched sprays of tiny lavender-blue flowers that form a mist of color about the foliage.	Full sun in any soil as long as drainage is good; drought tolerant.	Trim off spent blossoms to extend bloom season; cut nearly to ground each spring before new growth starts.	Spreads by underground stems to form new clumps.	#31, 2002, moved in 2004 ***
Polemonium caeruleum (Polemoniaceae)	Jacob's Ladder	Perennial, 1 to 3 ft tall and 1 to 1-1/2 ft wide; native to Europe and Asia.	1-11, 14-17	Upright plant with ferny medium green leaves and lavender-blue pendulous flowers in early summer.	Partial to full shade in moist, well-drained soil; regular water.	Fertilize once in spring before blooming.	Self-seeds freely.	#14 *
Pratia pendunculata (Campanulaceae)	Blue Star Creeper	Evergreen perennial groundcover, 2 to 5 inches tall; native to Australia.	4-9, 14-24	Forms mats by stolons and rhizomes; star-shaped light-blue flowers in late spring and intermittently throughout summer.	Partial sun in fertile, loamy, relatively moist soil; will survive extended dry spells.		Growth is moderate to fast; tolerates light foot traffic.	#34
Rhododendron 'Rocket'  (Ericaceae)	Rhododendron	Evergreen shrub, to 5 ft tall and wide.		Large green glossy leaves; coral-pink flowers with scarlet blotch in May.	Part shade in acidic, well-drained soil amended with lots of organic matter; regular water in summer.	Tip-pinch young plants to make them bushy; prune in later winter or early spring to shape. Fertilize with acid fertilizer as buds swell and feed again when new leaves begin to grow as blooms fade. Topdress with compost in early fall.	No need to deadhead, but plant looks neater if you do; deer don't like them.	#13, 1997 *
Rosa 'Meipotal' P.P. 8841 Carefree Delight (Rosaceae)	Hybrid Shrub Rose	Deciduous shrub, 3 ft tall and 5 ft wide; bred in France.		Single, medium-pink flower with eye and yellow stamens in large clusters on short stems from May to fall.	Sun in moist, well-drained soil; regular water; water-wise (M).	Thin out dead, weak, and old growth; give repeated feedings during flowering season.	Resistant to black spot, mildew, and rust.	#9 **
Rosa rugosa alba (Rosaceae)	Rugosa or Ramanas Rose [check]	Deciduous shrub, to 5 to 7 ft tall and wide; known in antiquity.		Blush-pink buds open to single, flat, 5-petaled, fragrant white flowers with yellow stamens, continuous bloom from late spring to fall; scarlet hips, yellow fall leaf color.	Sun in moist, well-drained soil; regular water; water-wise (M).	Thin out dead, weak, and old growth; give repeated feedings during flowering season.	Disease resistant.	#10 **
Schizostylis coccinea (Iridaceae) [do we have this?]	Crimson Flag	Perennial from rhizome, to 2ft tall; native to South Africa.	5-9, 14-14; H1, H2	Upright, swordlike leaves and spike of closely set red flowers with star-shaped blossoms.	Sun to light shade in rich, well-drained soil; water generously when flowering and more sparingly otherwise.	If clumps become cramped, divide in early spring; each division should have at least 5 shoots.		#4 *
Sedum album	White Stonecrop	Evergreen perennial, to 3 to 6 inches tall; native to Europe.	1-24	Stalkless alternate, cylindrical to flattened leaves form a low mat that turns reddish in winter; white flowers in loose terminal panicles in mid- to late summer on leafless stalks.	Sun to light shade in sandy, well-drained soil; drought tolerant.		Tolerates shade but flowers best in sun.	***
Sedum telephium 'Autumn Joy' (Crassulaceae)	Sedum Autumn Joy, Stonecrop	Perennial, to 24 inches tall and wide; native to China.	1-24	Light green foliage yellows in fall; pink flat flowerheads from August to September turn rosy red in fall.	Full sun in dry soil.	For better blooms, cut back entire plant by one-half around July 4.	Attracts butterflies and bees; disease resistant.	#23, 1997 ***
Thalictrum aquilegifolium (Ranunculaceae)	Meadow Rue	Perennial, to 2 to 3 ft tall and 1 ft wide; native to Europe and northern Asia.	2-10, 14-17	Bluish green columbine-like foliage; clouds of fluffy stamens in mid to late spring.; spent flowers leave attractive seed heads.	Light shade; regular water.	Divide clumps every 4 to 5 years.	Need some winter chill.	#22, 1997 *
Tulipa (Liliaceae)	Tulip	Bulb, various heights; native to Central Asia and Turkey.	1-24	Bloom from March to May.	Full sun during bloom in rich, sandy soil; regular water during growth and bloom; water-wise in WA because dormant in dry season.	Replant in a new site every few years.		***
Viburnum x bodnantense 'Dawn' (Caprifoliaceae)	Viburnum	Deciduous shrub, to 10 ft tall and 6 ft wide.	4-9, 14-24	Dark green, deeply veined leaves turn scarlet in fall; fragrant deep pink flowers from fall to spring.	Full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil amended with compost; generally drought tolerant once established.	Fertilize in early spring with 5-1-1 or 6-2-2 slow-release fertilizer; maintain 2 ro 3 inches of mulch year round; prune to prevent legginess.	Aphids, thrips, spider mites, scale, and root weeviles are potential pests; keep sulfur sprays off foliage; deer don't like them much.	#18, 1997 **
Viburnum tinus 'Spring Bouquet' (Caprifoliaceae)	Laurustinus Viburnum	Evergreen shrub, 4 to 6 ft tall and wide; native to the Mediterranean.	4-10, 12-24	Leathery dark green leaves with edges slightly rolled under; new stems are wine red; pink buds open to fragrant white flowers from fall to spring; metallic blue fruits last through summer.	Full sun to partial shade in well-drained, moisture-retentive soil amended with compost; generally drought tolerant once established.	Fertilize in early spring with 5-1-1 or 6-2-2 slow-release fertilizer; maintain 2 ro 3 inches of mulch year round; prune to prevent legginess.	Can be trained as a small tree.; susceptible to mites; prone to mildew near the ocean.	#19, 1997 **