Salvia 'Coral Nymph'

(Salvia coccinea)

This easy to grow salvia is a prolific self-seeder.

Loofah

(Luffa aegyptica)

Also known as the dishrag gourd, this cucurbit family member is related to cucumbers and gourds.

Flame Acanthus

(Anisacanthus wrightii)

This fiery-bloomed shrub is a hummingbird beacon.

Chenille Plant

(Acalypha sp.)

This perennial groundcover's fuzzy red "tails" are a hit in the Discovery Garden's Touch Bed.

Yellow Prairie Coneflower

(Ratibida columnaris)

This tough yellow wildflower is a reliable perennial in the Wild Garden.

Italian Dandelion

(Cichorium intybus)

Also known as chicory, this red-veined dandelion produces a several months-long profusion of cornflower blue blooms.

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Would love to hear back from anyone knowing the name of this plant. Blooms are very similar to Buttonbush (Cephalanthus occidentalis) but leaves are significantly smaller and glossier.

Coral Plant

(Jatropha multifida)

Lovely coral bloom, striking foliage mark this butterfly favorite.