Common name:Peruvian Lily, Alstroemeria
Botanical name:Alstroemeria hybrids

The deciduous rhizomes of this Peruvian Lily will often run aggressively if not controlled. They grow best in full to partial sun with some summer watering in dry climates. The florist strains can reach 6' tall, while the compact strains range from 12" 36" tall. For extra long, florist quality stems, stake or grow through netting for support.

Common name:Japanese anemone
Botanical name:Anemone X hybrida

A plant that flourishes in all zones, the Anemone japonica is a long-lived, fibrous-rooked tree which produces great fall color when grown in partial shade. Its graceful, branching stems rise 2'-4' out of clumps of dark green, 3'-5' hair-covered lobes. The flowers of this plant are semi-double and appear in either white, silvery-pink, or rose colors. Once established, it spreads rapidly as long as the roots remain undisturbed. It comes in a variety of colors.

Common name:Sky Flower. Golden Dew-Drop
Botanical name:Duranta erecta

This vining shrub grows from 15'-25' tall and 8'-12' wide. This plant blooms profusely with clusters of blue flowers all through the summer. Orange-yellow berries follow the flowers. Full sun and regular water are necessary to keep this shrub looking and performing its best.

Common name:Geranium Magnificum
Botanical name:Geranium X 'Magnificum'

Clouds of single lavender flowers are produced from spring through fall on this plant, which should be planted in areas that receive part sun. -Monterey Bay Nursery