A gem in the late summer garden! Veronicastrum virginicum 'Lavendelturm' displays eye-catching branching spires of pale lavender flowers that seem to glow from mid-summer to early fall. With a candelabra look, these graceful inflorescences are nicely complemented by lanceolate, dark-green leaves that are arranged in whorls around the stem. Tough, and long-lasting, this Veronicastrum is perfect for adding interesting vertical lines and late summer color to the garden. Deer resistant, it attracts scores of butterflies and is highly prized for its cut flowers!

This Echinacea species gets the attention of many gardeners. Why? The lovely combination of the prominent central cone and thin, pale pink to purple flower petals gracefully hanging like tassels, makes them one of the most attractive prairie perennials. Aside from the subtle form and color of its elegant flowers, Echinacea pallida, commonly known as Pale Purple Coneflower also features a dark green foliage of long, slender, toothless leaves. Blooming from late spring to midsummer, this attractive upright perennial is worthy of a place in pollinator gardens, perennial borders, prairies, or wildflower gardens.