This salvia, with its unique purple stem, shines in the landscape and is easy to produce. Salvia 'Caradonna' is a unique cultivar of the reliable genus and species Salvia nemorosa. The violet-blue flowers are similar to other cultivars of this species except they are held on purple stems that provide an added element of texture. In the landscape, it is often used in borders and cut flower gardens where there is full sun to partial shade. - Paul Pilon

This dwarf meadow sage is well suited for container production. Avoid crown and root rots by refraining from excessively moist or wet conditions. - By Paul Pilon

Containers, landscapes, mass plantings — this is a versatile sedum. - By Paul Pilon

This perennial's dark purple foliage allows for sales even before flowering. - By Paul Pilon

Suitable for production in a range of container sizes from 4 inch to 1 gal., solidago 'Little Lemon' is a cold-beneficial plant that prefers full sun. - By Paul Pilon