Narrowleaf Milkweed 12 ea4"$12 ea

Asclepias fascicularis Calscape

The single most important host plant for Monarch butterflies in California — full stop. Its long, thin pointed leaves give it a soft, wispy look, and its clusters of lavender to pinkish-white flowers are also excellent nectar sources for adult butterflies and hummingbirds. Grows fast to three feet tall, dies back to the ground in winter, and returns reliably each spring. Easy to grow in full sun with good drainage, even with no summer water. Plant in masses for the greatest impact on pollinators.

Desert Penstemon 3 ea1g$24 ea

Penstemon pseudospectabilis Calscape

A showy Mojave Desert native with reddish-pink tubular flowers and distinctive paired leaves that are fused around the stem. Grows as a rounded shrub to about a meter tall, and when in bloom it's constantly visited by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Adaptable to most of southern California — give it plenty of sun and fast drainage and it will reward you generously.

Firecracker Penstemon 2 ea1g$24 ea

Penstemon eatonii Calscape

A striking perennial with tall spikes of tubular scarlet-red flowers that hummingbirds can't resist. Native to desert mountains and the Mojave Desert, it grows in small mounds of lance-shaped basal foliage and sends up stems over three feet tall in spring and summer. Heat-loving and very drought tolerant once established — excellent in rock gardens, interior valleys, and desert landscapes.

Showy Penstemon 3 ea1g$24 ea

Penstemon spectabilis Calscape

Lives up to its name — easily one of the showiest penstemons, with spectacular wide-mouthed, violet to electric-blue tubular flowers from late winter into summer. Fast-growing to 2–4 feet tall and just as wide, with large, toothed leaves. Blooms abundantly from its first year. A favorite of hummingbirds and native bees, often self-seeding in nearby spots once happy. Fairly deer resistant.

Margarita BOP Penstemon 3 ea1g$24 ea

Penstemon heterophyllus 'Margarita BOP' Calscape

A beloved garden selection discovered growing at the "Bottom of the Porch" at Las Pilitas Nursery. This hybrid of P. heterophyllus and P. laetus forms a tidy low mound about 18 inches tall and 2 feet wide, covered in iridescent tubular flowers that open sky-blue and fade to rich rose-purple. Long-blooming and adaptable. Cut back spent flower spikes to encourage repeat flowering. A hummingbird magnet and one of the most reliable penstemons in cultivation.

Scarlet Bugler 2 ea1g$24 ea

Penstemon centranthifolius Calscape

One of the most hummingbird-beloved natives in southern California, with tall upright stems reaching 2–4 feet topped with whorls of narrow, brilliant scarlet-red tubular flowers perfectly shaped for long-billed hummers. The smooth blue-green foliage is attractive on its own, and the plant has a clean, upright silhouette all season long. Found naturally in chaparral and coastal sage scrub. Drought tolerant once established; give it excellent drainage and full sun.

Midnight Penstemon 2 ea1g$24 ea

Penstemon 'Midnight' Calscape

A richly colored hybrid penstemon with deep violet-purple tubular flowers of an unusually saturated hue — one of the darkest penstemons available. Compact and tidy at 18–24 inches tall, it fits easily in borders, containers, or between other drought-tolerant perennials. Blooms spring through summer and draws hummingbirds and native bees reliably. A great plant for adding bold color depth to the native garden palette.

Common White Yarrow 10 ea4"$12 ea

Achillea millefolium Calscape

An all-star native ground cover with ferny, aromatic foliage and flat-topped clusters of pure white flowers that dry beautifully. The true native species, historically used for a variety of medicinal purposes. Durable and easy to grow in a wide range of soils with very low water needs once established — spreads by rhizomes to form a lush, weed-suppressing mat. Foliage grows 4–8" tall with flower stalks reaching up to 3 feet. Excellent pollinator plant that supports butterflies and beneficial insects throughout its long bloom season.

Paprika Yarrow 4 ea1g$24 ea

Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' Calscape

A vibrant cultivated selection of common yarrow with eye-catching deep red to rich scarlet flower heads that fade to soft pink and cream as they age — giving each flat-topped cluster a beautiful multi-toned effect. The same tough, drought-tolerant constitution as the native species, with the added drama of warm color. Pollinators love it just as much as they love the white form. Excellent cut flower and striking in mass plantings or mixed borders.

Lilac Queen Yarrow 3 ea1g$24 ea

Achillea millefolium 'Lilac Queen' Calscape

A soft, sophisticated cultivar with flower heads in dusky lavender-lilac — an unusual and lovely color in the yarrow palette. Shares all the toughness and low-water adaptability of the species. The muted purple tones look beautiful alongside silvers, blues, and deep greens in the native or Mediterranean garden. Fades gracefully and dries well for arrangements.

Terra Cotta Yarrow 3 ea1g$24 ea

Achillea millefolium 'Terra Cotta' Calscape

Warm, earthy tones set this cultivar apart — flowers open in shades of apricot, salmon, and russet, maturing to soft buff and cream as they age. The shifting palette across a single planting creates a naturally rich tapestry effect. As tough and deer-resistant as the species. A lovely complement to grasses, salvias, and other warm-toned natives. Superb in dried arrangements.

Blue-Eyed Grass 3 ea1g$24 ea

Sisyrinchium bellum Calscape

A charming, tufted perennial with grassy foliage and a profusion of small blue-purple flowers with yellow centers blooming from winter through early summer. Very easy to grow and self-sows readily, naturalizing into a cheerful meadow over time. Goes dormant in summer — a perfect partner for other low-water perennials. Widely distributed throughout California from coastal bluffs to high-elevation forests.

Yellow-Eyed Grass 3 ea1g$24 ea

Sisyrinchium californicum Calscape

A delicate, clump-forming perennial with narrow, blade-like leaves and cheerful bright yellow star-shaped flowers from spring through early summer. Grows 8–12 inches tall and naturally found in moist areas along the coast — perfect for rain gardens, wet meadows, or borders with regular irrigation. Self-sows freely in favorable conditions.

Hollyleaf Redberry 2 ea$24 ea

Rhamnus ilicifolia Calscape

A tough, handsome evergreen shrub with glossy, holly-like leaves with spiny margins and attractive bright red berries in summer that birds relish. Native to chaparral slopes and foothill woodlands across much of California, it makes a fine drought-tolerant hedge or wildlife screen. Slow to moderate growing to 6–15 feet tall. Full sun to part shade; very drought tolerant once established. An excellent choice for naturalizing and providing year-round structure in the garden.

Native Blackberry 6 ea$24 ea

Rubus ursinus Calscape

California's native blackberry — the wild ancestor of most commercial blackberry cultivars. A vigorous trailing or climbing vine with white flowers in spring and sweet, small black fruits in early summer that are beloved by birds, mammals, and humans alike. Provides excellent habitat thickets for nesting birds. Spreads by runners and cane tips; best given room to roam on a slope, at a fence, or at the edge of a naturalistic planting. Very drought tolerant once established.

Oregon Grape 3 ea$24 ea

Mahonia aquifolium (Berberis aquifolium) Calscape

A bold, upright evergreen shrub with glossy, compound, holly-like leaves that often flush bronzy-red in winter and cool weather — one of the most ornamental natives in any season. Dense clusters of fragrant yellow flowers in late winter to early spring are followed by dusty blue-purple berries prized by birds and usable by people for jelly and juice. Grows 3–6 feet tall. Shade tolerant and adaptable. A natural under oaks and in woodland garden settings.

Catalina Currant 6 ea1g$24 ea

Ribes viburnifolium Calscape

Known by the common names Catalina Perfume and Evergreen Currant, this moderate to fast-growing shrub has an open wide-spreading form, growing 3–4 feet tall and spreading to 6 feet wide. Small clusters of rose-pink flowers bloom in late winter to mid-spring, followed by small red fruits that attract birds. A good choice for planting underneath an oak canopy, extending long reddish stems horizontally where the tips may root. The leaves exude a sticky, citrus-scented sap — its signature fragrance after rain. Drought tolerant once established; tolerant of clay soils. Best in dry shade and useful for erosion control on dry slopes.

Scarlet Monkeyflower 4 ea1g$24 ea

Mimulus cardinalis Calscape

One of the most striking streamside perennials in California, with large, velvety scarlet-red flowers that hummingbirds target relentlessly. Found along streams, seeps, and wet canyon walls from sea level to about 8,000 feet. Grows vigorously to 2–4 feet tall in moist to regularly watered conditions. Dies back in winter and returns reliably from the roots. Though it loves moisture, it can tolerate periods of summer drought better than many riparian plants. A spectacular accent or container plant.

Seep Monkeyflower 4 ea1g$24 ea

Mimulus guttatus Calscape

A cheerful, bright yellow monkeyflower commonly found along streams, seeps, ditches, and wet meadows throughout California and the West. Flowers are bright canary yellow with small red-spotted throats, blooming heavily from spring through early summer. Variable in size — can be a small annual or a robust perennial to 3 feet tall depending on conditions. Excellent for rain gardens, pond edges, and any area with regular moisture. Self-sows freely once established.

Rosada Coral Bells 3 ea1g$24 ea

Heuchera 'Rosada' Calscape

A UC Davis Arboretum All-Star — and for good reason. This hybrid of H. maxima and H. sanguinea earns its spot in any garden with a reliable three-month bloom period and exceptional toughness. Medium green leaves can reach 4 inches across and form clumping rosettes 12–18 inches tall and 1–2 feet wide. Numerous 14-inch spikes of light pink flowers appear in spring and carry through into summer. Tolerates clay soil well and needs only infrequent water once established. Beautiful in masses under oaks, along shaded borders, or in containers.

Palace Purple Coral Bells 4 ea4"$12 ea

Heuchera 'Palace Purple' Calscape

The 1991 Perennial Plant of the Year and still one of the most planted coral bells anywhere. Large, lustrous, star-shaped leaves shift from deep olive green to purplish-bronze to brilliant deep purple, with striking metallic amethyst undersides that catch the light beautifully. In late spring, slender dark red stems rise 18–20 inches above the evergreen foliage carrying airy panicles of creamy-white bell-shaped flowers. Deer and rabbit resistant. Clump-forming to about 12 inches tall and 16 inches wide. Grows in part shade to deep shade; color is most intense with some shade protection from hot afternoon sun.

Santa Ana Cardinal Coral Bells 4 ea1g$24 ea

Heuchera 'Santa Ana Cardinal' Calscape

A vigorous and heat-tolerant California hybrid coral bells producing masses of bright cardinal-red flower spikes over a long season — one of the heaviest-blooming heucheras available. Large glossy green leaves form a handsome, full basal clump. Excellent in part shade to filtered light; tolerates more warmth than many heucheras. Hummingbirds are strongly attracted to the vivid flower color. A natural choice for southern California gardens where summer heat can challenge other coral bells.

White Autumn Sage 2 ea1g$24 ea

Salvia greggii 'White' Calscape

A pure white-flowered selection of Autumn Sage, one of the most beloved and reliable hummingbird salvias in cultivation. Compact and tidy at 2–3 feet tall and wide, with small aromatic leaves and an exceptionally long bloom season from spring through fall. The clean white flowers are striking against the dark green foliage and pair beautifully with bolder-colored companions. Drought tolerant once established; easy and very garden-worthy.

Amethyst Bluff Purple Sage 2 ea1g$24 ea

Salvia leucophylla 'Amethyst Bluff' Calscape

A standout cultivar of our native Purple Sage, selected for its superb compact form and prolific lavender-pink flower whorls. Woolly silver-gray foliage is intensely aromatic and gives the plant excellent drought resistance and deer resistance. Grows 3–5 feet tall and equally wide — a beautiful silvery anchor plant for the native or Mediterranean garden. Flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies in spring and early summer. No supplemental water needed once established.

White Sage 5 ea4"$12 ea

Salvia apiana Calscape

An iconic southern California native — one of the most aromatic plants in any garden, with large, powdery-white to pale green leaves that almost glow in afternoon light. Tall flower stalks rise 4–5 feet in spring, covered in whorls of white to pale lavender flowers that attract hummingbirds, native bees, and butterflies in spectacular numbers. Deeply drought tolerant and long-lived. The name apiana refers to bees — it is one of the premier bee plants in its range. A sacred plant in Indigenous California cultures. Give it excellent drainage and full sun; resents summer irrigation.