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Create beautiful beds around curving walkways with our groundcovers & grasses.

We at Sunset magazine are excited to

announce the introduction of the new

Sunset Western Garden Collection. Since

1967, we have delivered gardening

knowledge especially for the Western

United States in our Sunset

Western Garden Books,

and we are especially pleased to release

these top performing plants uniquely

suited for the Western garden. Reap

the rewards for seasons to come as we

explore innovative breeding projects and

bring the best finds to you.

Exceptional Plants forthe Western Garden

United States in our Sunset

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Exceptional Plants forthe Western Garden

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Consistent Plant Info You Can Plant by

A plant’s performance is governed by the

total climate: length of growing season,

timing and amount of rainfall, winter lows,

summer highs, wind, and humidity.

The Sunset Western Garden Collection

plant tags and this catalog will help you

choose the best plants from the collection

for your specific climate area and your

garden.

Look for these familiar icons:

Full Sun

Part Sun

Shade

Little Water

Moderate Water

Regular Water

Ample Water

Attracts Butterflies & Hummingbirds

Patios made brighter with striking grasses and

weeping perennials.


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‘Kaleidoscope’ AbeliaAbelia x grandiflora ‘Kaleidoscope’ PP16988

Looking for a dwarf, easy care evergreen shrub that flowers and provides year long color? Kaleidoscope is as versatile as it is colorful, with chameleon-like foliage that changes with the seasons from golden yellow in spring, to orange-red in fall.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Soft pink buds and white flowers SIZE 2-3’ H x 3-3.5’ WHABIT HabitSUNSET ZONES 4-24, 28-35

Bumble Bee™ Arctotis Arctotis Bumble Bee™ PP19170

Bright yellow daisy flowers rise above dense, silvery green foliage. The compact, upright habit looks good in containers or garden borders, and the plentiful blooms are sure to attract butterflies. Deer resistant.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Yellow flowers spring through summerSIZE 8-10” H x 12-16” WHABIT UprightSUNSET ZONES 8,9, 14-24

Cherry Frost™ Arctotis Arctotis Cherry Frost™

Deep red daisy flowers rise above dense, silvery green foliage. The compact, upright habit looks good in containers or gardens, and the plentiful blooms are sure to attract butterflies. Deer resistant.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Deep red flowersSIZE 10-16” H x 12-16” WHABIT UprightSUNSET ZONES 8,9, 14-24

Mix & match arctotis in fun, playful colors. Best of all,

they’re deer resistant!

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Hearts & Tarts™ Arctotis Arctotis Hearts & Tarts™

Bright orange-red daisy flowers rise above dense, silvery green foliage. The compact, upright habit looks good in containers or gardens, and the plentiful blooms are sure to attract butterflies. Deer resistant.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Orange-red flowersSIZE 8-12” H x 10-12” WHABIT UprightSUNSET ZONES 8,9, 14-24

Pink Sugar™ ArctotisArctotis Pink Sugar™

Daisy flowers in the sunset hues of pink, orange and yellow rise above dense, silvery green foliage. The compact, upright habit looks good in containers or gardens, and the plentiful blooms are sure to attract butterflies. Deer resistant.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Multicolored flowersSIZE 10-14” H x 12-16” WHABIT UprightSUNSET ZONES 8,9, 14-24

‘Silver Shadow’ Compact AsteliaAstelia chathamica x nervosa ‘Silver Shadow’ PP22195

Bold strappy silver foliage adds height to container gardens and succulent plantings. This evergreen, clumping perennial contrasts well with darker leafed Phormium and Loropetalums. Can be used as an indoor plant in bright indirect light.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM InsignificantSIZE 3’ H x 3-4’ WHABIT ClumpingSUNSET ZONES 5, 6,14-17, 19-24

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‘Evergold’ Carex Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’

Unbeatable choice for edging and mass planting as a ground cover. Arching blades of evergreen, variegated dark green and creamy yellow foliage are great for adding color and texture to plantings or containers. Tolerates dry shade with occasional watering.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM InsignificantSIZE 12-18” H x 12-18” WHABIT ClumpingSUNSET ZONES 3-9, 14-24

‘Diamond Heights’ CeanothusCeanothus thyrsifl orus var. griseus ‘Diamond Heights’

Brilliant, variegated foliage spreads making this an excellent ground cover or container plant. Clusters of pale blue flowers are secondary to the dense growth of the dark green splashed chartreuse to yellow leaves.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Pale blue flower clusters in springSIZE 1’ H x 4-5’ WHABIT Low growingSUNSET ZONES 5-9, 14-24

Water-wise Astelia offers year-round interest,

easy care, heat tolerance& adds height to

container gardens.


‘Design-A-Line Burgundy’ Cordyline Cordyline ‘Design-a-Line Burgundy’ PPAF

Striking, burgundy-colored weeping foliage forms a tight, dense clump. The long, narrow leaves have enough substance so they arch gracefully. Exciting option for adding height to containers or mixed borders.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM White flowers mid to late summerSIZE 3’ H x 3’ WHABIT ClumpingZONES 6-9, 12-24

Jubilation™ Gardenia Gardenia jasminoides ‘Leeone’ PP21983

Tropical gardenia fragrance on a cold hardy, easy care plant. Jubilation flowers from spring through fall with masses of white blooms. Plant near patios, porches, decks, and other outdoor living areas where the fragrance can be enjoyed.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM White flowers in spring, reblooming summer to fallSIZE 3-4’ H x 3-4’ WHABIT UprightSUNSET ZONES 7-9, 12-16, 18-24

‘Pineapple Popsicle’ Kniphofia Kniphofia ‘Pineapple Popsicle’ PPAF

Pineapple Popsicle is a versatile re-blooming perennial that will fill your garden with clear yellow flowers spikes from June through October. Great for adding height and structure to a mixed border, container, or cut flower arrangement.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Yellow flowers summer through fallSIZE 14-26” H x 25” WHABIT ClumpingSUNSET ZONES 4-24


Variegated Flax LilyDianella tasmanica ‘Variegata’

Strappy, boldly variegated, yellow-striped green leaves are a sublime accent for shady areas. Added interest is provided by the small, light blue flowers that mature to long lasting, bright blue berries. Makes an attractive accent in containers.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Light blue flowers in springSIZE 15-18” H x 12” WHABIT ClumpingSUNSET ZONES 9, 14-24

‘Peaches and Cream’ LoniceraLonicera periclymenum ‘Inov 86’ PP21839

This new honeysuckle has huge fragrant blooms, and will keep blooming all summer and fall. Perfect in the landscape, or in containers, Peaches and Cream will keep its shape, and won’t become garden pest. As easy to grow as it is gorgeous, it tolerates heat, humidity and drought.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Pink and white flowers SIZE 5-6’ H x 2-3’ WHABIT Climbing or groundcoverSUNSET ZONES 4-24

‘Soft Caress’ MahoniaMahonia eurybracteata ‘Soft Caress’ PP20183

Few plants offer the texture that ‘Soft Caress’ provides in the shade garden. In winter, bright yellow flowers stand atop the slender, bamboo-like foliage. Compact enough to use in containers, yet large enough for foundation plantings or borders.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Bright yellow flowers followed by blue berriesSIZE 3’ H x 3’ WHABIT UprightSUNSET ZONES 6-9, 14-24

A trio of containers repeats color for

impact. Purple hued accents from Black

Adder Phormium & Purple Pixie Loropetalum

spice up the mix.



Emerald Snow® LoropetalumCompact Loropetalum ‘Shang-white’ PP21738

Covers with pure white blooms in spring, and sporadically through summer and fall; dense, green foliage with lime green new growth. Layered growth habit requires little pruning.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM White bloomsSIZE 3’-4’ H x 3’-4’ WHABIT Compact, moundingSUNSET ZONES 6-9, 14-24

Purple Diamond®

LoropetalumCompact Loropetalum chinense ‘Shang-hi’ PP18331

Combining colorful flowers and foliage with controlled growth, Purple Diamond is a gem. Unlike some other loropetalums that can swallow your house, this one grows 4 to 5 feet tall and wide. Showy pink flowers appear in spring and sometimes summer. Deep, rich purple foliage holds its color all season.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Magenta RibbonsSIZE 4’ H x 4’ WHABIT Compact, moundingSUNSET ZONES 6-9, 14-24

Purple Pixie®

LoropetalumWeeping Loropetalum chinense ‘Peack’ PP18441

With its dwarf size and weeping habit, Purple Pixie is great as a ground cover but can also add vibrant color to containers. Showy pink flowers and rich purple foliage all season.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Magenta RibbonsSIZE 1’ H x 4-5’ WHABIT Compact, moundingSUNSET ZONES 6-9, 14-24, 26, 28, 31


Georgie Mimulus Series

Shrubby, mounding growth is covered with flowers that are larger than other mimulus. These four bloom steadily throughout the season, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Great low maintenance plant for containers and beds.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Available in red, tangerine, yellow or whiteSIZE 24-36” H x 18-36” WHABIT MoundingSUNSET ZONES 8-9, 14-24

The Georgie Mimulus series attracts birds & butterflies

and is drought tolerant.Try combining the four

vivid colors.

‘Georgie Red’Mimulus ‘Georgie Red’ PPAF

‘Georgie Yellow’Mimulus ‘Georgie Yellow’ PPAF

‘Georgie Tangerine’Mimulus ‘Georgie Tangerine’ PPAF

‘Georgie White’Mimulus ‘Georgie White’ PPAF


Blush Pink®

NandinaNandina domestica ‘AKA’ PP19916

Unique, blush-colored young foliage from spring until fall, turning to deep green mature foliage. Blush Pink makes the perfect short hedge or color accent to evergreen shrubs. Its low growth habit is perfect for any garden or mixed container.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM NoneSIZE 2’ H x 1.5’-2’ WHABIT CompactSUNSET ZONES 3-33

Flirt™ NandinaNandina domestica ‘Murasaki’ PP21391

Stunning, deep red, new growth accentuates the evergreen leaves of this nandina. Flirt has superior color through the summer unlike similar varieties. Look for fruit in colder zones.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM NoneSIZE 1’-2’ H x 1.5’-2’ WHABIT CompactSUNSET ZONES 3-33

These new nandinas add year round interest

with richer color than traditional varieties.

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Blush PinkNandinaNandina domestica ‘AKA’ PP19916

Unique, blush-colored young foliage from spring until fall, turning to deep green mature foliage. Blush Pink makes the perfect short hedge or color accent to evergreen shrubs. Its low growth habit is perfect for any garden or mixed container.

Plant FeaturesBLOOMBLOOMSIZESIZEHABITHABITSUNSET ZONESSUNSET ZONES

with richer color than traditional varieties.


Riding Hood PenstemonPenstemon barbatus ‘Blue Riding Hood’ PPAF

Masses of bright flowers on compact, sturdy plants set Riding Hood Penstemon apart. These easy care perennials will fill your border, rock garden, or containers with color from summer through fall. Penstemon attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and make good cut flowers too.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Available in blue & hot pink flowersSIZE 18” H x 24” WHABIT ClumpingSUNSET ZONES 4-24

‘Blue Riding Hood’PenstemonPenstemon barbatus ‘Blue Riding Hood’ PPAF

‘Hot Pink Riding Hood’ PenstemonPenstemon barbatus ‘Hot Pink Riding Hood’ PPAF

Plant Penstemon to attract butterflies & hummingbirdsto your garden.


‘Black Adder’ PhormiumBlack New Zealand Flax PP20451

Dramatic dark burgundy foliage on this evergreen perennial hold their color, and their size. Leaves can be used in flower arrangements.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM NoneSIZE 3’-4’ H x 3’ WHABIT ClumpingSUNSET ZONES 7-9, 14-24

‘Cream of Mint’ PittosporumPittosporum tobira ‘Shima’

Dense, compact habit with mint green evergreen leaves irregularly edged with creamy white. Low maintenance and easy to grow, it makes a perfect accent, low hedge or border plant. Does better with afternoon shade in warmer climates.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM White flowers in springSIZE 2-3’ H x 2-3’ WHABIT CompactSUNSET ZONES 5,6, 9-31

Black Adder adds dramatic interest with

its dark burgundy foliage that lasts

year-round.


‘Chef’s Choice’ RosemaryRosemary offi cinalis ‘Roman Beauty’ PP18192

An outstanding new rosemary specially selected for its higher oil content and spicy flavor. With a compact, mounding habit, this is the rosemary of choice for container, herb and kitchen gardens.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Violet blue flowers in springSIZE 12-18” H x 12” WHABIT Compact, moundingSUNSET ZONES 4-24

Amistad™ Salvia Salvia Amistad™ PPAF

Dark purple flowers with nearly black calyx bloom constantly from early spring until frost. Amistad is more compact and has a fuller habit then other guaranitica types. Flowers are a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds.

Plant FeaturesBLOOM Deep purple flowers spring to frostSIZE 3-4’ H x 3’ WHABIT Compact, clumpingSUNSET ZONES 9, 14-24

Salvia’s dark purple fl owers bloom constantly, pulling in hummingbirds & butterfl ies like a magnet.

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pulling in hummingbirds & butterfl ies like a magnet.

Gardening isn’t only about digging a

hole, watering well or even fertilizing;

gardening is a lifestyle choice, just like

living in the West.

We know the West is different than

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