Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley'

Thymus pulegioides, commonly called broad-leaved thyme or lemon thyme, is a low-growing, evergreen subshrub or semi-woody perennial native to grassy slopes, barrens, and forest openings in the temperate lowlands of Europe. Mature plants will reach up to 8" tall and spread to fill a similar area. The prostrate to spreading, square stems have distinct hairs along their edges. The fragrant, elliptic to oval-shaped leaves can reach 0.5" long and 0.25" wide. Rounded clusters of small, tubular flowers are held on upright stems above the rest of the plant in summer. The flowers are pale pink to purple and reach around 0.25" long. The blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other insect pollinators.

The specific epithet pulegioides means "resembling a plant that repels fleas". This is most likely about Mentha pulegium (pennyroyal), which shares similar flowering characteristics and growth habits to this species.

Carex morrowii 'Variegata'

Carex morrowii 'Variegata' is a semi-evergreen Japanese Sedge forming a low, slow-spreading tufted mound of narrow, arching, glossy, deep green leaves adorned with fine creamy-white edges. In mid to late spring it bears inconspicuous brown flower spikes on long stems. Attractive both in shape and foliage, this highly decorative grass is evergreen in USDA Zones 8-9. Easy care, it is one of the most beautiful ornamental grasses for the garden, where it provides a lovely contrast with other plants, mulch, or gravel.

• Forms a densely tufted, spilling tussock of slender, iridescent foliage that shimmers in slight breezes. It mixes beautifully with almost any flowering bulbs or perennial plants to create spectacular and elegant mobile combinations.
• Grows easily about 12-18 in. tall (30-45 cm) and 18-24 in. wide (45-60 cm).
• Enjoys full sun to shade and thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soils. The best foliage color is obtained in the part shade rather than in sun. Foliage may bleach if grown in full sun. Do not let the soil dry out.
• This is a graceful accent plant for beds, borders, rock gardens, city or cottage gardens, and as ground cover. Excellent choice to brighten shady areas. Does well in containers too where it adds wonderful character and texture to your plant combinations.
• Deer tolerant, it requires very little care and provides almost year-round interest.
• Generally disease and pest free.
• Where not evergreen, the foliage should be cut to the ground and removed in late winter.
• Propagate by plant division in spring or seeding in the fall.

Deschampsia cespitosa ‘Northern Lights’

This colorful selection of Hair Grass forms a well-behaved clump of narrow leaves, strongly striped with creamy white and green, blushed with pink in the spring. Plants fit well into borders as an edging, in the rock garden, or in mixed containers. Rarely flowers. In warm summer regions, this grows best in partial shade. Clumps may be easily divided in spring or early autumn. Remove any all-green portions of the plants as soon as noticed, since these are more vigorous and will eventually take over the entire clump. Evergreen.

Pachysandra terminalis 'Green Carpet'

Pachysandra terminalis, commonly called Japanese pachysandra, is a shrubby, evergreen ground cover that grows 8-12" high and spreads by rhizomes to form a dense carpet of rich, dark green foliage. Oval leaves (2-4" long) appear primarily in whorls at the stem ends. Tiny white flowers in 1-2" long, terminal (hence the species name) spikes bloom in early spring. Flowers are not particularly showy, but on close inspection are quite attractive.

Genus's name comes from the Greek words pachys meaning thick and aner or Andros meaning stamen concerning the thickened white filaments.

• Forms a mat up to 6-8 in. tall (15-20 cm) and 12-18 in. wide (30-45 cm).
• A part shade to full shade lover, it is best grown in rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. This plant is not fussy about soils and tolerates a wide range of conditions. Soils shouldn't be allowed to dry out. Clay soil, dry soil, and drought tolerant! Highly tolerant of urban pollution too.
• Perfect for shade gardens, as a groundcover, or underplanting shrubs. Great for banks and slopes, erosion control, and woodland gardens.
• A hardy, low-maintenance and forgiving perennial, it is also deer and rabbit resistant. 
• Virtually pest-free and disease free. May be attacked by slugs and snails.

Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Yankee Point' (Californian Lilac)

Californian Lilac 'Yankee Point', Ceanothus 'Yankee Point', Ceanothus thyrsiflorus 'Yankee Point'

Fast-growing and durable, Ceanothus griseus var. horizontalis 'Yankee Point' (Californian Lilac) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub noted for its abundant clusters of fluffy China-blue flowers in spring to early summer. The flowers are so profuse that they literally cover the shrub, transforming the plant in an explosion of blue. The blooms are borne on horizontal arching branches clad with shining dark green leaves, 2 in. long (5 cm). Attractive to birds and butterflies, 'Yankee Point' is regarded as one of the best low-growing Ceanothus for use as a large-scale groundcover. It is also useful on banks and slopes or in the foreground in mixed borders. It is the most commonly grown selection in California gardens.

• Grows up to 2-3 ft. tall (60-90 cm) and 8-10 ft. wide (240-300 cm).
• Thrives in fertile, sandy or loamy, well-drained soils in full sun. Appreciates afternoon shade in hot summer areas. Established plants need little summer water. Drought tolerant.
• Excellent choice as a groundcover, for wall-side borders, bank stabilization or in butterfly gardens.
• Prune immediately after flowering.
• Propagate by root semi-ripe cuttings in mid to late summer and hardwood cuttings from late fall to midwinter.

Keep an eye out for scale insects, honey fungus

Taxus x media hillii

Hill's Yew will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 7 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more.

This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. However, you may want to keep it away from hot, dry locations that receive direct afternoon sun or which get reflected sunlight, such as against the south side of a white wall. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid, and parts of it are known to be toxic to humans and animals, so care should be exercised in planting it around children and pets.