Code Plant Name Description Zone Currently
Available
Price
tsumin Tsuga canadensis 'Minuta' This extremely tiny hemlock has an extremely tight growth habit, putting on less than 1/2" a year. Excellent subject for troughs. 3 Y $6.00
verall Veronica allionii An easy to grow little veronica that forms compact mats of green foliage giving rise to 3-4" deep blue flower spikes in June-July. Prefers sun or pt. shade and good drainage. Stays very tight in lean troughs. 5 Y $4.00
vercin Veronica cineria A diminutive plant for troughs or scree, needing excellent drainage. Small grey linear leaves compliment sky blue 3" flower spikes. 6 Y $5.00
vergeo Veronica peduncularis 'Georgia Blue' True blue starry-eyed flowers above mounding foliage in late spring. Grows to about 8" and spreads modestly. The semi-evergreen foliage takes on a burgundy cast in cool temperatures. 5 Y $5.00
verwat Veronica 'Waterperry' Irresistible sky-blue flowers above shiny geen foliage in May-June. 5 Y $5.00
viogry Viola grypoceras (koreana) This viola goes by many names in the trade. Its flowers are incidental, but the silvery veined cyclamen-like foliage is very impressive. Not long-lived but self-sows reliably. Great in troughs--weed out the extras! 5 Y $5.00
viorod Viola 'Rodney Davey' V. 'Rodney' has golden splashed foliage that catches your eye and is very good for brightening dark corners. Self-sows coming quite true from seed. Rogue out the occasional green ones. 5 Y $4.00

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