This is an easy, versatile perennial that works well as a groundcover, in rock gardens and in containers. Orchid Frost is a cultivar of Lamium maculatum, which belongs to the mint family. Unlike most varieties of lamiums, Orchid Frost holds up remarkably well during the summer months, without foliage scorching or being overcome with leaf spots. It bears bright, orchid-pink flowers during both the spring and the fall over its variegated silver foliage. - Paul Pilon

This compact cultivar will bloom naturally or can easily be forced throughout the year. Lavender 'Hidcote Superior' is an improved version of the very popular cultivar lavender 'Hidcote'. The improvements over its predecessor include enhanced uniformity, consistent quality and improved flower power. This cultivar of English Lavender remains compact and is very suitable for container production or in border plantings. - Paul Pilon

With its artistic look and marketing versatility, this chameleon-like cultivar stands out from the competition. The recent introduction is capturing the admiring gaze of gardeners and growers alike. - By Paul Pilon

Here are just a few reasons the Perennial Plant Association chose this as the 2003 Perennial Plant of the Year. Leucanthemum 'Becky' is quickly becoming one of the most common varieties of Shasta daisy in commercial production today. This long-lived variety has gained so much attention that the Perennial Plant Association has selected Leucanthemum Becky as the 2003 Perennial Plant of the Year. - Paul Pilon

Perennial Solutions This award winner works well as a container plant or in the landscape. - By Paul Pilon