Striking combination of aromatic flowers and foliage provides an airy filler for the garden or bouquet. Beautiful with daylilies, garden phlox or balloon flowers. Drought tolerant. Cut back to 4-6" in spring. 1995 Perennial Plant of the Year.

These low-growing, dwarf plants make a splash in the landscape. Annual dianthus bear abundant flowers in a wide range of colors. Very effective when planted in large groupings, or used as accent in containers or window boxes. Prefers average to alkaline (sweet), well-drained soil.

Wonderfully aromatic flowers and leaves; outstanding in butterfly, herb or rock gardens. Dried flowers and leaves are valued in potpourri, sachets or everlasting arrangements. There are many species of lavender, with a wide range of flower colors and forms. Some are quite winter hardy and others are grown as annuals in many regions.