Vegetables and Fruits

Cold season vegetables begin to be avaiable in March, with all of your other favorites becoming available after mid-April....please call of stop in for availability. Many other types of vegetables can easily be grown from our large seed selection, such as potatoes, beans, peas, corn, lettuces, and more.Knollwood-grown vegetables are the perfect way to get your garden started and enjoy fresh vegetables all summer, and to store for delicious winter meals.

Check out our Resources page for helpful charts, lists, and tips to get started.

Tomatoes

Knollwood-grown tomatoes give you a great healthy start to your favorite garden edibles.  Below are our varieties grouped by Heirlooms, Cherry (bite-sized), Plum, and Salad/Slicing tomatoes.  Look for plants to begin arriving in mid- to late-April, weather depending.

Fall Vegetables

The following cool season vegetables will begin to be available around the beginning of August.  Also available are seeds for fall sowing of carrots, beets, lettuce, spinach, and other greens.

Bearded Iris

Available in early fall or late summer, Bearded Iris are easy to grow and multiply nicely.

Spring Bulbs

At Knollwood, you'll find one of the area's largest selections of spring-flowering bulbs.  These bulbs are planted in the fall, and become available in late August to mid-September depending on the weather conditions in Holland.  Get a copy of our our bulb hints and tips on our Resources page.

"Bell" Fountain

Water Garden with Bell-type Fountain

Annual Sedge

(Nutgrass, Nutsedge)
Nutgrass Nihilator

Gazing Globes

Classic jewel tone reflecting balls, or unique artglass sparklers, gazing globes add instant elegance and personality to your favorite garden space.

Fountains

A fountain or birdbath in your home or garden adds soothing sound, plays on light, and is enjoyed by birds and butterflies as well.  Available in many shapes, sizes and styles for any situation, they can be made from cement, cast stone, light weight resins, pottery, or glass.

Our selection will vary throughout the year: stop in to see what is currently available.

Statuary

A piece of sculpture or statuary in your garden can make a personal statement and put the finishing touches on the design of your outdoor space.  From whimiscal to classic, there is a piece of garden art that will speak to you!

Cathy's Native and Wildlife Garden

Cathy is an active Master Gardener; you will find her working in our Perennial department although she began working at Knollwood in the Annuals department some years ago.  She likes to focus her garden on using a lot of native perennials which naturally supports her other interest: attracting and supporting wildlife.

Bee and Gold Finch sharing a sunflower.

Colorful Bulbs

Vickie's heavily shaded woods are full of colorful bulbs in spring when the sun can still get through the trees.

Fairy Moon Garden

Chrissys fairy-centric Moon Garden is a lovely, fanciful treat.

Joyce's Colorful Combinations

A collection of Joyces favorite colorful containers...some are mixed plantings, some individual specimens like the orange crocosmia and tropical crotons which can be brought in as houseplants for the winter.

Susan's Garden

You probably know Susan from our annual department: she answers your vegetable questions and does custom plantings for you every year.

Gifts and Decor

Each year, Knollwood transforms from your favorite Garden Center to a beautiful Christmas Shop.  With over a dozen decorated trees for information, hundreds of ornaments, unique Christmas decor, as well gifts, stocking stuffers, gourmet treats and more, we can help you create the Christmas home of your dreams.

Fresh Cut Christmas Trees

The tradition and fragrance of a freshly cut pine Christmas tree can't be beat!  Our trees are displayed in our lighted lot, and hanging for easy, 360° viewing so you can find your perfect tree.  In sizes from 6′ to 10′ tall, “The Classic” Frasier Fir.  Find our Christmas Tree Care Tips on the Guides & Lists page!

Fresh Pine Wreaths

Fresh, fragrant greenery to decorate your home inside and out. Our designers have lots of decorated wreaths for you to choose from, or they'll create one just for you!

Poinsettias

Colors available in each size do vary; shop early for the best selection!

Fresh Pine Porch Pots

Knollwood's Fresh Pine Porch Pots and Decor give you unique, long-lasting, fragrant decoration for your outdoor spaces. Hanging Baskets and Yule Logs provide a special finishing touch to your entrance way.  Centerpieces for your dining and side tables.

Fresh For Fall

Harvest Decor fresh from the fields! Corn Shocks, Gourds, Pumpkins, Squash, Kale, Mums, and more.

Carolina Reaper

World's Hottest

Sweet, fruity flavor until the heat kicks in.  1,596,300 Scoville units (compared to Jalepeno with 3500-8000).. Caution: just 1/4 pepper will make a crazy hot pot of chili.  Do not touch eyes after touching leaves.

New Disease-Resistant Impatiens!

After a resurgence of the Impatiens Downy Mildew Virus last year, it is the perfect time to make a change to the newly developed disease-resistant varieties.  There are two "series": the Imara varieties and the Beacon varieties.  As new introductions the range of colors is not as wide as the older varieties (yet).  Some old favorites might not be available for another season or two, but we believe now it the time to switch and have healthier, more vibrant plants. Below are the colors of Impatiens that will be available in varying quantities.  (Photos via beaconimpatiens.com and syngentaflowers-us.com

Houseplants

Green and blooming plants enhance our interior spaces, help clean and purify the air, and generally make people happier, healthier, and more productive.  We strive have a wide selection of the tried and true favorites, as well as a constantly changing assortment of unusual specimens for you to try.  Many of these plants can be used to enhance your outdoor spaces during the warmer months as well.

Come see our cacti, carniverous, succulents, ferns, terrarium plants, and many, many, other types to find some that are right for you.  We'll be happy to help you choose!

Flowering Gift Plants

Flowering plants instantly brighten the room they are in. Perfect as gifts for any occasion or for your own enjoyment on a windowsill, table, or as a centerpiece. Selections vary by season, and mixed baskets of plants may be ordered for delivery or pick up -- perfect for condolences, get well wishes, birthdays and more. Many can be enjoyed outdoors as annuals.

Roses

Knollwood carries a wide variety of roses; for our complete 2022 list please click here, please call for current availability.  Below are just a few of our favorites.  Our selection is chosen for it's success in our area as well as it's beauty.  Tea roses, floribundas, climbers, and grandifloras are available from approximately late April through early June.  KnockOut, Groundcover, and Shrub roses are available in our Nursery department from mid April throughout the summer.  Be sure to check our Rose Care guide for tips.

Trees and Shrubs

Knollwood's Nursery department strives to offer the most interesting and beautiful trees and shrubs to create the backbone of your landscape and gardens.  Whether chosen for their function or fashion, our trees and shrubs are selected  to thrive in the Miami Valley for years to come.  The staff of certified nurserymen and passionate gardenersis here to help you choose the perfect plants for your individual landscape.

Herbs

Fresh herbs are easy to grow and a delight to eat and work with.  We strive to carry a wide range of common, popular herbs as well as the more unusual varieties.  Our largest selection is available from April through summer; common herbs are available on a limited basis year round.  Stop in or call for full selection.

Visit our Resources page for hints and tips on growing and using herbs; visit our blog, Ideas & Events and search the archives for more recipes!

Mountain Merit

Heirloom

Similar to Celebrity, good disease and crack resistance.  Mild, true tomato flavor.  3-4” Beefsteak type.

Ghost Pepper

'Bhut Jolokia' or 'Ghost Pepper'!
Use caution when growing, harvesting, and eating this one..it is 200 times hotter than the Jalapeno!

Broccoli

'Packman' and 'Premium Crop'

Matures: 45-55 Days

Hanging Baskets

All of your hanging baskets are locally grown and we take great pride in the beauty, quality, and variety we offer.  Besides the classics, we create unique combinations selected to complement and thrive together, as well as a great selection grown in handsome woven wicker cone-shaped baskets.

Mixed Containers

Our mixed planters come in a a variety of sizes and are co-ordinated for sun or shade in a range of color combinations.  Ready to place on your deck or tuck into the landscape for a burst of color without the wait!

Bulbs For Summer

Cannas, Dahlias, Elephant Ears, Calla Lilies, Oriental Lilies, Gladiolas, and more.  Plant in Spring for Summer blooms!

Anachris

Anachris
Oxygenater: One bunch per 75 gallons of water helps control algae growth. Excellent source of underwater oxygen.

Barnyard Grass

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Blooming Baskets

Blooming Baskets of potted, flowering plants to enjoy indoors or out.  Perfect for any occasion: birthday, anniversary, sympathy, get well...we can deliver!

Colorful Annuals and Tropicals

While 90% Of Vickies garden is shaded, she makes full use of her one sunny area to pack it with colorful annuals and tropicals.

White Flowers and Statuary

White flowers and statuary everywhere to make the garden appear to glow in the moonlight.

Water Garden

Joyces water garden has a very natural look with stone, bog plants and water lilies.

Montgomery County Master Gardener

Susan is also a Montgomery County Master Gardener and has collaborated on and presented many of our Spring and Fall Seminars.

Living Christmas Trees

Enjoy your Christmas tree for years to come.  Using a balled-and-burlapped tree gives you all the looks and fragrance of a cut tree, and can be planted in your landscape, adding value and good looks: the environment will thank you!  Be sure to get our Care Guide on the Guides & Lists page to keep it healthy through the holidays and planted succesfully!

Fresh Pine Boughs and Bunches

Loose stems for your decorating, arrangements, and porch pots, as well as arranged bunches for decorating lamposts, porches, windows, and more.

'Cortez Burgundy'

A unique deep burgundy color... rich and appealing.

Water Gardens

Cincinnati Zoo's Best Plants Program

After more than 25 years of trialing plants, The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden knows which plants grow and look best in our region. By focusing that list to the plants that benefit pollinators the most, we have created the Zoo’s Best Plants for Pollinators Plant Series.  A selection of these can be found at Knollwood Garden Center, and a portion of the proceeds from every purchase will support further plant trialing at the Zoo.  Check out more information here, and look for this label at Knollwood!

With many wonderful themes of Christmas Decor, and gifts, and decorated trees for inspiration, there is sure to be a look that speaks to you.  With an extensive selection of unique ornaments, stocking stuffers, gourmet treats, custom-designed wreaths, and arrangements, we are ready to make your home a holiday showplace!

Wild for Wildflowers

Lovely native wildflowers add natural charm to any garden, and are a great way to start a garden collection.  Meadow Anemone, Liver Leaf, Merry Bells, Blood Root, Golden Seal, Ohio's State Wildflower the Trillium and more.

African Violets

Decades of popularity can't be wrong: grow in indirect light and enjoy periodic blooms throughout the year.  Fun to propagate and share, too!

Anise Hyssop

Perennial 

Lavender/purple blooms from mid to late summer.  Flowers are attractive to bees (good nectar plant), hummingbirds and butterflies. Aromatic leaves can be used to make herbal teas or jellies. Seeds can be added to cookies or muffins. Dried leaves can be added to potpourris.

Tomato '4th of July'

Heirloom

Extra juicy, firm, and tasty fruit is large enough to slice for sandwiches by early summer. 

Garden Salsa

8” pepper, full-bodied flavor without overwhelming heat

Dark green matures to red

Especially good in salsa and picante, fried or roasted

Brussel Sprouts

'Royal Marvel'

Arrowheads

Arrowheads
Marginal/ Bog Plants: Attractive, green arrowhead shaped leaves. White blooms in the summer. Grows from 12 – 48 inches tall. Tolerates sun to part shade.

Broadleaf Plantain

Bayer Advanced All-In-One Weed Killer
Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants. Second application may be needed after 10-14 days.

Fairies and Dragons

Fairies, Gargoyles, Gnomes, Animals and many more...a great selection of garden statuary.

Shady Combination

Vickie works in our Annuals department and does many of the custom designed planters our customers request. Here is a shady combination of red caladium, Baby Wing White begonia, and spider plant that thrives on her shady stoop.

View From Dragon Wing Basket

View from Chrissys porch past the Dragon Wing Begonia Basket.

Privacy Planting

A simple perennial and shrub planting for privacy around Joyces patio.

Water Garden

Along with her eclectic annual and perennial displays, Susan has a water garden that you can catch a glimpse of here.

Pre-Lit Christmas Trees

A perfect choice when you when you want the ease of set up, low maintenance, and a perfect tree.  Long lasting lights are securely spead around the tree, and hinged branches mean set up is simple: just connect the 3 to 4 tree sections at the trunk, plug together, fluff, and decorate!  The quality of modern materials makes these faux trees remarkably life-like.

Roping and Specialty Pieces

Fresh pine roping for wrapping and draping fences, posts, porches, doorframes, mantles, and banisters, as well as grave blankets, crosses, and more.

'Ice Punch'

This variety has hot pink bracts bleading into a creamy center... striking and fun.

Natural Look Water Garden

Natural-Look Water Garden

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Antherium

Basil

Sweet Basil

The following varieties may be available at different times:

Sweet, Genovese, Italian Large Leaf, Thai Magic, Amethyst, Mrs. Burn's Lemon, African Blue, Green Bouquet, Poppy Joe's, Genovese Compact, Genovese Red Freddy, Siam Queen

Try it in Garlic and Herb Oven-Fried Halibut

Tomato 'Black Krim'

Heirloom

'Black Krim' A dark maroon beefsteak with a tangy, slightly salty flavor, a juicy texture and thin skin.

Pepper 'Anaheim'

Medium hot pepper

Long and thin, with heavy yields. Dark green matures to red. Also known as 'New Mexican Chile Pepper', it dries and freezes well.

Cabbage

'Stonehead'

Matures: 50 days

Blue Flag Iris

Blue FLag Iris
Marginal/ Bog Plant: Mixed blue flowers in June with grass like foliage. Grows from 24 –30 inches tall and will tolerate full sun to part shade. Other iris that are water-tolerant can be white or yellow.

Brown Patch

Brown Patch

Fairy Gardens

All of the tiny treasures you need to create a magical miniature garden!

Old-Fashioned Wisteria

A beautiful, old-fashioned wisteria blooms in late spring in Vickies yard.

Elephant Ear Container

'Monet'

Peach colored bracts are liberally sprinkled with pink, merging into a pink border.

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Azalea

Florist's Azaleas for indoor gift-giving.  Lovely shades of red, pink, white, and striped blooms.

Bay Laurel

Fresh bay leaves have a much more subtle flavor and are delicious with poultry, pork, and lamb.

Try Potatoes Braised with Fresh Bay Leaves.

Tomato 'Brandywine'

Amish Heirloom
Compact plants produce large (1#), pinkish red fruits with excellent tomato flavor.

Pepper 'Ancho San Martin'

'Poblano' Mildly hot

Fresh: poblano for roasting for stuffing chile rellenos, stews, sauces 

Dried: ancho, used in mole and other sauces

Very high yield of thick fleshed fruit.

Cauliflower

'Self Blanche'

Matures: 68 days

Cattail

Cattails
Marginal/Bog Plant: These plants are found along the edges of a pond where the roots are attached to the muddy bottom and portions of their stems are above the water. Common examples include cattails, and iris.

Carolina Geranium

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Bayer Advanced All-In-One Weed Killer
Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants. Second application may be needed after 10-14 days.

Garden Apparel

Garden Apparel: Sloggers garden shoes, Tula hats, West County gloves and many more for the well-dressed gardener.

'Premium Picasso'

Arrowheads

Arrowheads

Marginal/ Bog Plants: Attractive, green arrowhead shaped leaves. White blooms in the summer. Grows from 12 – 48 inches tall. Tolerates sun to part shade.

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Bergamot

Perennial 

Clusters of lavender, pink or white flowers, looking like ragged pompoms, bloom atop 2-5 ft., open-branched stems.  This has aromatic leaves used to make mint tea. Oil from the leaves was formerly used to treat respiratory ailments. The leaves smell minty.

Tomato 'Cherokee Purple'

Heirloom

Sweet, rich smoky flavor with a refreshing balance of acid.  Very productive with loads of dusky rose to purple fruits.

Pepper 'Basket of Fire'

Hot

A compact leafy semi-trailing plant, perfect for containers. The fruits mature from deep purple through cream and orange to mature to a bright red.The plants have a good tolerance to cooler weather lasting well into the autumn. Harvested fruits are easy to dry as well as being ideal for fresh use.

Kale

'Dwarf Blue Curled Vates' 

Dwarf Papyrus

Dwarf Papyrus
Marginal/ Bog Plant: Green grass like foliage with "starburst like" flowerheads that turn brown in the fall. Grows 12 – 18 inches tall and tolerates sun to part shade.

Chickweed

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Terrariums

Terrariums and supplies for year 'round gardening fun.

Hummingbird Moth enjoying Verbena.

'Sonora White Glitter'

Features outstanding contrast between the deep red and vreamy white on the bracts.

Blue Flag Iris

Blue Flag Iris

Marginal/ Bog Plant: Mixed blue flowers in June with grass like foliage. Grows from 24 –30 inches tall and will tolerate full sun to part shade. Other iris that are water-tolerant can be white or yellow.

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Cyclamen

Elegant and stylish, Cyclamen bloom best in cool seasons...look for them throughout the winter and early spring.  Shades of red, pink, white, and fuchsia with heart shaped leaves.  Grow in indirect light and water from the bottom for best results.

Borage

Tasting mildly of cucumber, the leaves can be added to salads and tea blends. The flowers are edible as well, and when sugared make a pretty cake decoration. It is said to be an excellent tonic for a stressful life!

Tomato 'Jubilee'

Heirloom 1943 All America Selection 

This golden-orange beauty has been around for a long time with good reason. A sweet beefsteak type with low acidity, meaty flesh and very few seeds.

Pepper 'Cayenne'

Hot

5-6" pepper grows on a highly productive plant.  Dark green matures to red.  Very hot pepper with great flavor, can be used fresh or dried, red or green.  Very ornamental plant.

Lettuce

'Buttercrunch'

Elegant Water Garden

Elegant Water Garden

Clover, Large Hop

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Windchimes

Woodstock Windchimes, and many others, are a melodic gift that anyone can enjoy. In sizes from 6" to 48", they can produce a wide range of tones.

Marble

Pink and cream bracts over medium green foliage.  This variety has a very nice shape.

Cattail

Cattails

Marginal/Bog Plant: These plants are found along the edges of a pond where the roots are attached to the muddy bottom and portions of their stems are above the water. Common examples include cattails, and iris.

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Hydrangeas

Typically available during Christmas, Valentines Day, Easter, and Mother's Day.  Bred for big wow-factor in a a small package, they are a variety intended for indoor gift-giving.  However, with lots of care they can be planted outdoors for a small slow-growing specimen.  Standard garden hydrangeas are available in our nursery department.

Calendula

Also known as Pot Marigold, the flowers are colorful and tasty in soups and salads.  Floewrs can be dried as well. Attracts birds and butterflies.

Tomato 'Mortgage Lifter'

Heirloom

One to four pound fruits, nearly seedless; large, meaty, and mild-flavored, perfect for salads and sandwiches.

Pepper 'Cubanelle'

Mildly hot

A long,thin-skinned pepper with mild heat; perfect for frying, stuffing, baking, or used raw or pickled in salads and sandwiches.

Spinach

'Bloomsdale'

Gold Fish & Koi

Gold Fish & Koi
Knollwood does not sell fish for ponds, but we do recommend them! Besides being delightful to watch, they complete the ecosystem-balance of your pond and help control unwanted plant and insect growth.
We do carry fish food and fish-safe pond treatments for your convenience.
The general cause of algae in ponds is excess nutrients from either the overstocking or overfeeding of fish, overfertilization of plants, or too few plants in the pond. A general rule for stocking fishponds is to use 4-6 goldfish and one water lily for every square yard of water surface, or one inch of fish for every 3 gallons.

Clover, White

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Pink

Bright, clear pink bracts in clusters.

Dwarf Papyrus

Dwarf Papyrus

Marginal/ Bog Plant: Green grass like foliage with "starburst like" flowerheads that turn brown in the fall. Grows 12 – 18 inches tall and tolerates sun to part shade.

Kalanchoe

Masses of brightly colored blooms in many colors provide quite a show.  This succulent type palnt is easy to care for, requiring less water than many other houseplants.

Caraway

Biennial 

Tender young leaves can flavor soups and salads; the fruit (seeds) are used in rich dishes, with cabbage preparations, and in breads and baked goods.

Tomato 'Marglobe'

Heirloom
Juicy, deep red fruit, 8-10 oz.

Pepper 'Caribbean Red Habenero'

Very hot

Over 40 times hotter than Jalapenos! Green matures to red 1" peppers.  Very productive plant.  Key ingredient in Jamaican "jerk" seasonings.

Swiss Chard

'Fordhook'

Hornwort

Hornwort
Oxygenator: One bunch per 75 gallons of water helps control algae growth. Excellent source of underwater oxygen.

Common Bermuda Grass

Common Bermuda Grass

Red

Rich deep red bracts over dark green leaves are a very popular selection every year.

Gold Fish & Koi

Gold Fish & Koi

Knollwood does not sell fish for ponds, but we do recommend them! Besides being delightful to watch, they complete the ecosystem-balance of your pond and help control unwanted plant and insect growth.

We do carry fish food and fish-safe pond treatments for your convenience.

The general cause of algae in ponds is excess nutrients from either the overstocking or overfeeding of fish, overfertilization of plants, or too few plants in the pond. A general rule for stocking fishponds is to use 4-6 goldfish and one water lily for every square yard of water surface, or one inch of fish for every 3 gallons.

Mums

Catnip

In a pot or in a bed, this is guaranteed to make you popular with the felines in your life! Cats will nibble on it fresh, or you can easily dry it for a fun treat for kitty later, or make Kitty Cookies with Catnip. (Will it draw cats to your garden? Most likely. But use it to your advantage to draw them to a corner you don't mind them "visiting"!)

Tomato 'Mr. Stripey'

Heirloom

Lower in acid than many varieties.  Huge crops of orange striped red tomatoes with a rich, tangy flavor.

Pepper 'Hungarian Yellow Wax'

Medium hot

Banana pepper: especially good for pickling, about as hot as a jalapeno. Canary yellow to deep red when fully mature.

Lotus

Lotus
Exotic water lotus are available in summer, and they must be overwintered dormant indoors. The huge leaves rising above the water, beautiful blooms, and the unique pods add to the drama. They prefer to be in their own tub, with water 4-6" over the soil.

Dallisgrass

Dallisgrass

White 

Snowy white bracts cover medium green foliage for a beautiful winter display.

Hornwort

Hornwort

Oxygenator: One bunch per 75 gallons of water helps control algae growth. Excellent source of underwater oxygen.

Rieger Begonias

Popular and long-blooming, begonias come in a variety of bright and pastel colors.  They also make an excellent annual in the outdoor shade garden.

Chamomile

Perennial; German and Roman 

Lovely white flowers, use dried flowers in teas and potpourri. Mild apple aroma from leaves and flowers, low-growing, tolerates light foot traffic.

Cabbage

Available in early spring and early fall.

Tomato 'Rutgers'

Heirloom
The famous Jersey tomato with fabulous flavor for both cooking and slicing.

Pepper 'Jalapeno'

Very hot

Fiery, thick-walled, 3" long peppers.  Remove seeds to reduce the heat.  Good fresh, pickled, stuffed, and on nachos!  Dark green to deep red.

Natural Look Water Garden

Natural-Look Water Garden

Dandelion

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Bayer Advanced All-In-One Weed Killer
Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants. Second application may be needed after 10-14 days.

Lotus

Lotus

Exotic water lotus are available in summer, and they must be overwintered dormant indoors. The huge leaves rising above the water, beautiful blooms, and the unique pods add to the drama. They prefer to be in their own tub, with water 4-6" over the soil.

Chervil

An essential French herb, it is best used fresh at the end of cooking or as a garnish. Perfect with chicken, eggs, salad, vegetables, potatoes. Try it in Potato Salad with Chervil and Shallots.

Tomato 'Tumbling Tom'

Heirloom
Cascading, sturdy vines are perfect for baskets or containers, loads of sweet, juicy, 1-2" fruit.

Pepper 'Mariachi'

Medium hot

Fruity hot peppers, good in any application; great fried or cut in salads. Compact plants; tapered, 4" yellow & red peppers.

Parrot Feather

Parrot Feather
Oxygenator: Unusual and attractive feathery foliage with a fluffy texture and light green color floats on the surface and hangs over edges. Good source of underwater oxygen.

Dichondra

In lawns: Scotts Halts
Re-apply every three months.

In flower beds: Corn Gluten (Concern Weed Prevention Plus)
Re-apply monthly.

Parrot Feather

Parrot Feather

Oxygenator: Unusual and attractive feathery foliage with a fluffy texture and light green color floats on the surface and hangs over edges. Good source of underwater oxygen.

Chives

You are most likely familiar with the delicate, onion-y flavor of chives as a garnish for vegetables, salads, soups, and potatoes. The flowers are edible, too, and look great on a salad.

These varieties will be available at varying times: Regular, Garlic

Try them in Garlic Herb Butter for bread, fish, chicken, vegetables.

Cantelope

Cantelope Melon is sweet and productive.

Pepper 'Serrano'

Medium Hot

This hybrid Serrano matures quickly and 3" peppers are typical.  Not too hot, a unique flavor that many prefer to jalapenos.

Patio Pond

Patio Container Pond

Dollar Spot

Dollar Spot

Tadpoles and Frogs

Tadpoles and Frogs

In all but the smallest ponds, frogs and tadpoles should not need any additional food. If sufficiant plants are not available, very small amounts of steamed lettuce may be given. Provide places for them to crouch slightly submerged when fully grown. Water must be clean pond/creek water: tapwater must stand 5-7 days before putting your tadpole in, or adding more water to the pond.

Chocolate Sprinkles

Bite-sized tomatoes are juicy, sweet, and flavorful.  Dusky red with green stripes.

Cilantro

Varieties: Slow Bolting, and Santo

Cilantro is an essential flavor in Mexican and Thai cooking. It has an unmistakeable flavor; to some people, however, the only flavor they detect is soap! To make it more palatable to sensitive ones, be sure to remove all stems before chopping. Try it in Cilantro Pesto, delicious on roast or grilled fish, tacos, and more.

Tomato 'Yellow Pear'

Heirloom: pre-1800!
Bite-size bright yellow fruit is incredibly tangy.

Pepper 'Super Chili'

Very hot

2-3" peppers.  Bred for increased yields and ornamental appeal.  Thin, hot flesh changes from green to orange to red; great in fiery ethnic dishes.

Tadpoles and Frogs

Tadpoles and Frogs
In all but the smallest ponds, frogs and tadpoles should not need any additional food. If sufficiant plants are not available, very small amounts of steamed lettuce may be given. Provide places for them to crouch slightly submerged when fully grown. Water must be clean pond/creek water: tapwater must stand 5-7 days before putting your tadpole in, or adding more water to the pond.

Fairy Rings

Fairy Rings

Water Hyacinth

Water Hyacinths

Floating: Popular floater with trailing roots, balloon like petioles and spikes of lavender flowers when given enough sun. Very prolific; multiplies and can be easily divided.

Cutting Celery

Annual

The delicious flavor of celery from the foliage of this plant flavors soups, broths and salads without the crunchy stringy stems that many don't like.

Cauliflower

Available in early spring and early fall.

Tomato 'Husky Cherry'

Hybrid
Classic cherry tomato: lots of 1 oz. fruit. This is one of four varieties we also offer as a full-grown Patio Tomato in a very large pot.

Sweet Heat

Mildly spicy

Sweet Heat peppers  are sweet and mildly spicy like pepperoncini, with a great smoky flavour. Harvested green or red, and is perfect for grilling or salsa.

Water Hyacinth

Water Hyacinths
Floating: Popular floater with trailing roots, balloon like petioles and spikes of lavender flowers when given enough sun. Very prolific; multiplies and can be easily divided.

Goosegrass

Goosegrass

Water Lettuce

Water Lettuce

Floating: Provides cooling cover for the fish below. Very prolific; multiplies and can be easily divided. Velvety texture and light green color.

Dill

Varieties: Fernleaf and Dukat

Dill is a fast-growing perennial that adds a feathery large presence to the herb garden. For a continuous supply of the leaves, remove flowers before they open; for the seeds, allow the flowers to bloom and ripen. Try it in Easy Refrigerator Dill Pickles. No canning!

Tomato 'Juliet'

Hybrid
1999 All America Selection
This cherry tomato offers a high yield of 1 to 2 oz. fruit, perfect for salads.

Pepper 'Carmen'

Sweet

Italian sweet pepper. Abundant, traditional Mediterranean style horn-shaped peppers sweeten as they redden. Great roasted on salads  and sandwiches.

Water Lettuce

Water Lettuce
Floating: Provides cooling cover for the fish below. Very prolific; multiplies and can be easily divided. Velvety texture and light green color.

Ground Ivy

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Water Lily

Waterlilies

The classic garden pond flower: water lilies are available in hardy varieties that can be over-wintered in your pond, and tropicals that can be stored indoors. They provide excellent, cooling shade for fish and are not difficult to maintain. Hardy water lilies will grow well at water depths of 12-18 inches over the top of the pot.

Epazote

Strongly flavored leaves remind many of citrus or mint.  Used widely in Mexican cooking, it is an excellent addition to bean dishes (and is said to reduce the "after effects").

Cucumbers

You won't believe how easy it is to make Quick Refrigerator Pickles...and no canning!  Bush Pickle, 'Burpless Supreme', 'Spacemaster', 'Fanfare', and English 'Telegraph'.

Tomato 'Sugary'

Hybrid
2005 All America Selection
A dark pink grape tomato with a high yield of 1" fruits all season.

Water Lily

Waterlilies
The classic garden pond flower: water lilies are available in hardy varieties that can be over-wintered in your pond, and tropicals that can be stored indoors. They provide excellent, cooling shade for fish and are not difficult to maintain. Hardy water lilies will grow well at water depths of 12-18 inches over the top of the pot.

Henbit

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
For BEST results, apply in fall. Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Melrose Sweet Italian

Heirloom, Sweet Red Pepper

Popular in Chicago.  Rich, sweet, and flavorful, fried or fresh

Eucalyptus

Grown for its fragrance and unique style.  Pretty in combination planters, or dried for use in arrangements and potpourri.

Tomato 'Sungold'

Exceptionally sweet, bright tangerine-orange cherry tomatoes are fantastic straight off the vine, and in salads and simple sauces.Hybrid

Pepper 'Pimento'

Sweet

Spanish sweet pepper, thick, and mild flesh. Dark green matures to red. 4" fruits are excellent for canning, cooking, salads, and, of course, in olives! Heavy yield.

Water Lily and Frog

Japanese Bentgrass

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Fennel

Varieties: Bronze, Sweet

Never plant fennel with coriander or dill. Fennel has a light licorice/anise flavor good with pork, veal, fish, sauces, stuffings, and salad dressings. The seeds are used as a spice, particularly in breads. The stalk/bulb is delicious when shaved in salads or braised until tender. Try it in Steamed Mussels with Tomato Fennel Broth.

Eggplant

Globe and Japanese varieties.

Tomato 'Sweet Million'

Hybrid
An improvement over Sweet 100, this little cherry tomato offers very sweet 3 cm fruit that is crack- and disease-resistant. Very high yield.

Pepper 'Sweet Banana'

Sweet

Compact plants loaded with glossy, tapered, 6" yellow peppers.  Light green to yellow to orange to red.  Wonderful fried or cut up in salads.

Johnsongrass

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Horehound

Perennial

Black licorice flavored leaves are used in candies, baked goods, and medicinal throat lozenges.

Tomato 'La Roma III Red'

A large, tasty plum tomato. Great for cooking, canning, and sauces

Pepper 'Sweet Giant Marconi'

Sweet

Sweet Italian grilling pepper, 6-8" long, tapered.  Very productive, mature at green to dark red.  Best when cooked.

Knotweed

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Horseradish

The bright flavor of fresh horseradish is a wonderful difference from the bottled versions.  Easy to grow!

Kale

'Dwarf Blue Curled Vates'...rich in vitamins and nutrients.

Tomato 'San Marzano'

This Italian plum tomato is the best for making sauce and puree; low in sugar and acid.

Large Crabgrass

In lawns: Scotts Halts
Re-apply every three months.

Scotts Step 1
Includes fertilizer. 
In flower beds or lawns: Corn Gluten (Concern Weed Prevention Plus)
Re-apply monthly.

Snackabelle Red

Matures to a mini 2" sweet red pepper.  Great snacking, grilling, and stuffing.

Lavender

Varieties: Goodwin Creek, Blueberry Ruffles, Lady, Grosso, Hidcote, Munstead, Provence

A beautiful herb grown mostly for its flowers, use it in potpourri, soaps, oils, and dried arrangements. It's delicate scent and flavor is also delicious is desserts, cookies, sorbets and jelly.

Tomato 'Beefmaster'

Hybrid
A beefsteak-type tomato with a very meaty texture, fruit up to 18 oz.

Golden California Sweet Wonder

Medium-large thick walledSweet bell peppers

Bright green matures to deep yellow with lots of Vitamin C

Leaf Spot

Leaf Spot

Lemon Balm

Light lemon-mint leaves are best used fresh in tea, salads, fruit, punch, etc. Attracts honey bees.

Lettuce 'Buttercrunch'

Tomato 'Better Boy'

Hybrid
A classic: very disease resistant and a good slicing tomato at up to 16 oz.

Pepper 'Better Belle'

Sweet Bell
A classic sweet bell pepper, best at bright green, but will mature to red.

Nimblewill

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Lemon Grass

Annual

Lemongrass has a subtle citrus flavor and can be dried, powdered, or used fresh. A staple in Asian and Thai cooking, the leaves are great in curries and soups, as well as flavoring poultry, vegetables, and fish. It has some mosquito repelling qualities as a patio plant as well.

Tomato 'Better Bush'

Sturdy stem excellent for containers. Sweet, meaty, "real tomato" flavor.Hybrid

Pepper 'Big Bertha'

Sweet Bell

Perhaps the largest elongated sweet bell pepper; plentiful,large fruit Best at bright green, matures to red.

Orchardgrass

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Marjoram

Annual, varieties: Sweet and Zaatar

A relative of oregano, it shares a similar flavor although not as sharp and with hints of thyme and florals.

Lettuce 'Mesclun Mix'

Tomato 'Big Beef'

Hybrid;
1994 All America Selection
A very vigorous grower and highly disease-resistant with a super yield of 10-12 oz. fruit. This is one of four varieties that we grow as Patio Tomatoes in large containers.

Pepper 'Orange Blaze'

Sweet bell

Very sweet at full orange color, early maturity. 4" peppers.

Purple Deadnettle

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
For BEST results, apply in October. Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Mint

Varieties (available at different times):  Pennyroyal, Chocolate, Spearmint, Peppermint, Candy, Mojito, Banana, Corsican, Ginger, and Lime.

Besides the popular peppermint and spearmint, there are all kinds of fun flavors to explore. Mint will spread out and make itself at home, so contain the roots in some way to keep it under control.

Tomato 'Big Boy'

Hybrid
A solid, bright red tomato with outstanding flavor, it is equally good fresh or canned. 16+ oz.

Pepper 'Red Beauty'

Sweet bell

Sweet red bell pepper; Thick-walled, heavy fruits up to 4" long grow bright green, mature to rich red.

Purslane

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Oregano

Varieties: Greek, Italian, Hot & Spicy, Turkestan, Thumbles Variety, Dittany of Crete

With it's robust flavor, oregano is a natural in Greek and Italian cooking. It is an excellent choice for tossing in the grill for added aroma and flavor. It makes a great addition to your mixed flower plantings, draping over the sides. Try it in delicious Greek Lamb Burgers.

Okra

'Jambalaya'

Pepper 'Redskin'

Sweet bell

Meaty, 5-6" red bell pepper on a compact, patio-sized plant.

Pythium

Pythium or Cottony Blight

Pink-A-Licious

Great beefsteak flavor, meaty texture.  Produces glowing pink 5 to 8 oz. tomatoes on upright plants.

Parsley

Varieties: Curled, Italian

Parsley is so much more than the ubiquitous garnish. While it does add a sprinkle of color to any dish without disrupting the flavor, it does have a taste all it's own. Chop some up in a salad mix for a really fresh, green flavor. Parsley grows really well in containers.

Pepper 'Revolution'

Sweet bell

Very firm, extra-large sweet bell peppers. Highly concentrated for early high yield.

Quackgrass

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Lemon Boy

 Easily out-yields and out-tastes other yellows, low in acid.

 Blemish resistant.  Mild flavored. It is attractive sliced and in salads.

Patchouli

This herbs distinctive, strong fragrance is used in soaps and perfumes.

Onions and Garlic

Sets: Standard white, yellow, and red in bulk 
Plants: 'Yellow Granex' (the Vidalia onion), 'Red Candy Apple', 'Walla Walla', and 'White Bermuda'
Garlic: California (standard) sold by the head, as well as pre-packed Elephant garlic.
Shallots
Leeks

View/print Knollwood's Onion and Garlic guide.

Ragweed

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Bayer Advanced All-In-One Weed Killer
Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants. Second application may be needed after 10-14 days.

Orange Wellington

Nearly seedless!  Firm, dense and meaty.  Very prolific, good in containers.

Perilla (Shiso)

Used widely in Japanese cooking, red shiso has an anise flavor, while green is spicier, like cinnamon.  They are used for seasoning, coloring, pickling, and garnishing.  Seeds are sprinkled on salads and rice, leaves often used in sushi and sashimi.  Very nutritious!

Tomato 'Celebrity'

1984 All America Selection.  Exceptionally flavorful and crack resistant fruit up to 8 oz.

Red Thread

Red Thread

Rosemary

Varieties: Arp, Barbecue, Common, Cascade, Tuscan Blue

The needle-like leaves perfume the air with a pine scent at the slightest touch. The leaves are delicious with roasted meats, grilled steaks and chicken, and potatoes. Try using the woody stem with leaves left at the end to skewer shrimp or vegetables for grilling. Try it in Rosemary Foccacia Bread.

Peppers

Peppers: Hot and Sweet

Tomato 'Early Girl'

Hybrid; grafted available
One of the earliest to produce fruit, and continues all summer long. Big yields of firm, red-throughout tomatoes.

Rust

Rust

Sage

Varieties: Autumn Cherry Chief, Common, Golden, Pineapple, Hummingbird, Purple, Mexican Bush, Variegated, White Dalmation, Clary, Golden Delicious, Honeymelon

It's not just for Thanksgiving! Sage has a strong, savory, distinctive taste that intensifies when dried. Often used in stuffings, with pork, and chicken, it is surprisingly good with sauteed salmon as well. Try making easy Fresh Sage Sausage.

Smooth Crabgrass

In lawns: Scotts Halts
Re-apply every three months.

Scotts Step 1
Includes fertilizer. 
In flower beds or lawns: Corn Gluten (Concern Weed Prevention Plus)
Re-apply monthly.

Bush Champion

Determinant

Hybrid, bred for great flavor.  One of the earliest, full-sized tomatoes. Good in containers, use a Container Planting Soil Mix.

Summer Savory

Winter and Summer varieties. 

Mild flavor reminding you of sage and rosemary blends well with soups, sauces, poultry, butters, and vegetables.  Winter Savory has a more peppery bite to it.

Potatoes

'Kennebec', 'Yukon Gold', 'Russet', 'Red Pontiac', 'Fingerling' and 'Blue Adirondack' will be available in bulk.

Potatoes are fun and easy to grow: even in a large tub! You won't believe the flavor of a freshly dug potato...

View/print Knollwood's Potato Growing Guide.

Tomato 'Supersonic'

Hybrid
Huge red 3-4" fruits are flavorful, meaty, and high in sugar content...an excellent choice for roasting.

Snow Mold

Snow Mold

Scented Geranium

Annual, often wintered over indoors

Varieties: Concolor Lace, Lemon Rober, Old Fashion Rose, CitriodorumThese lacey, highly textured leaves have a wonderful fragrance, and the blooms are attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies.

Soft Rush

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Stevia (Sweetleaf)

Stevia

Dried powdered leaves are 300 times sweeter than sugar with no calories! Pinch frequently for best production.

Pumpkin

'Jack O Lantern'

Speedwell

Bayer Advanced All-In-One Weed Killer
Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants. Second application may be needed after 10-14 days.

Sweet Annie

Annual, self-seeds 

The fruity, sweet scent of the foliage makes it perfect filler for fresh flower arrangements and potpourri.

Speedwell, Persian

Bayer Advanced All-In-One Weed Killer
Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants. Second application may be needed after 10-14 days.

Tarragon

Varieties: French, Texas

A clsssic French flavor, the delicate anise taste is behind Bernaise sauce for steak and fish, and white wine sauce for chicken. Try it in Green Goddess Dressing.

Spinach 'Bloomsdale'

Spiderwort

Bonide Chickweed Clover and Oxalis Killer
Two treatments, 3-5 days apart. Safe for use in lawns, avoid other desirable plants.

Thyme

Varieties: English, French, Clear Gold, Golden Lemon, Lemon Creeping, Elfin, Coconut, White Creeping, Lemon, Lime, and Spicy Orange. 

Great with poultry, beef, mushrooms and vegetables Over 300 varieties & flavors in the world. Crushed leaves may ease bee stings. Try easy Gruyere-Thyme Icebox Crackers.

Tall Fescue

RoundUp
Round-Up kills nearly all vegetation and should not be used on desirable lawns and plants. Some weeds, however, do not respond to other herbicides and this becomes the only option beyond manual removal. New planting/seeding can be done with in days in treated areas. Some weeds may require more than one treatment.

Squash 'Acorn'

Delicious halved and baked with butter and brown sugar, or stuffed with a variety of seasonings.

Tumble Windmill Grass

Over The Top Grass Killer

Wild Garlic

Wild Garlic

Squash 'Butternut'

Early Butternut makes a wonderful soup, puree, pasta filling, and is delicious cubed and roasted tossed with salad, pasta, or beans.

Squash 'Spaghetti'

Split the squash and bake or microwave until tender, shred with a fork and enjoy simply buttered or with your favorite pasta squash.

Squash: Summer

'Dixie Crookneck'

Squash: Zucchini

'Ball's Zucchini', 'Spacemiser'

Strawberries and Small Fruits

Strawberry plants: 'Ozark Beauty'
Potted Rhubarb: 'Canada Red'
Potted Rasperries, Blueberries, and Grapes and more will be available in the Nursery Department.

View/print Knollwood's Strawberry Growing Guide and Raspberry Tips.

Tomato

Tomatoes: Hybrids and Heirlooms

Watermelon

'Sugarbaby' is small and sweet, great for home gardens.