Staff Seasonal Favorites

Try these super selections!

We hope that our Staff Seasonal Favorites will become must-haves for your own garden. These are personal picks and proven performers in our New England climate. Be sure to ask for them (the plants AND the people) when you come to the Garden Center!

Spring

Rhododendron 'Olga Mezitt' (image 1)
In my opinion, Rhododendron 'Olga Mezitt' is the best of the PJM varieties. Its outstanding clear pink flowers cover the plant in early May and glossy aromatic foliage turns to a dark bronze-copper as winter approaches. Plus, it can withstand the cold New England winter. . . a must-have in a "Weston Nurseries" garden! 'Olga Mezitt' is named for Ed Mezitt's mother.
Pam Spry, Horticultural Sales

Brunnera 'Jack Frost' (image 2) is one of the most lovely, user friendly shade perennials I know. The leaves with their silver over-lay appear long before hostas and most other shade plants. They are clean, fresh and adorable and THEN, they bloom clouds of blue forget-me-not flowers which last for almost two months, increasing in height and volume as the plant grows to it's mature size. The silver leaves with green veins and edges are the perfect companion for small and medium blue hosta, making them seem even bluer. Brunneras prefer dry shade which is easy to come by and seem impervious to insect damage and infestation. Great for moon gardens or outdoor living spaces where no watering systems are located.
Lee Thomas, Perennial Sales