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Perennials

Yallow

Yarrow is a drought-tolerant wildflower, making it perfect for California gardens. I especially like this compact ‘Moon Dust’ variety, with its creamy-colored blooms and silvery green foliage. Scientific name: Achillea hybrida Cultivar:  Moon Dust

Dusty Miller

Dusty Miller is such a versatile perennial. While its small yellow flowers bloom for many months, I prefer them at the tight bud stage. The striking silver, finely textured foliage is perfect for bouquets. It lasts for many days and can even thrive without a water source, making it ideal …

Dahlia

These “Bee’s Choice” dahlias are originally grown from seeds from Floret Farm, and I saved the tubers for the following year. Cultivar: Bee’s Choice This cactus dahlia (pointed petal type) from a local nursery was grown from tubers.  It did not grow high but managed to bloom. cultivar:  Spider Woman …

Papyrus

Scientific name: Cyperus Papyrus Cultivar: Little Egypt

Japanese Anemone

Scientific name: Anemone x hybrida Cultivar: Honorine Jobert Excellent cut flowers with long stems

Delphiniums

Delphiniums come in different colors with long stems and delicate double petals.  Elegant long-lasting summer flowers are perfect for the cottage garden …

Foxglove

Scientific name: Digitalis purpurea Cultivar: Foxy   Scientific name: Digitalis purpurea Cultivar: Camelot Lavender

Sea Lavender

Scientific name:  Statice Perizii It attracts bees (and the dog).

Peony

Scientific name: Paeonia lactiflora Cultivar: Sarah Bernhardt