2022 ’ s Best New Plants
Every gardener has old standbys that keep the garden looking great through the seasons. But it’s fun to mix it up a bit and try something different now and then. What better way to find a new favorite?
There are lots of new flowers and foliage plants that will bring a warm glow to your borders and containers this year. Smaller-sized perennials and shrubs, fragrant flowers and low-maintenance plants seem to be some of the common themes among the new intros. The container at right was a real standout in my garden last summer. There’s something for everyone in this new crop of plants!
As usual, you’ll want to shop early for new introductions—some of them will be a little harder to find until the nurseries are able to build up more stock. Now, let’s take a look at the new plant lineup for 2022!
1 Sunbeam mandevilla Mandevilla hybrid
Nonstop yellow blooms from late spring to frost make this mandevilla a great addition to deck or patio containers. Its bushy habit doesn’t need any pruning or even a trellis!
Tender Perennial What’s new: Unusual flower color for mandevillas Light: Full sun to part shade Soil: Moist, well-drained Size: 12 to 24 in. tall, 24 to 36 in. wide Cold hardy: USDA zones 10 to 11 Introducer: Suntory Flowers Source: Local garden centers
2 Safari ™ South African phlox Jamesbrittenia hybrid
You may not have heard of South African phlox yet, but you will — this new plant series is definitely worth growing. It’s long blooming, heat tolerant and easy care. It has a full trailing habit, perfect near the front of a container. That’s Safari Dawn in the photo at right. There’s one other color in the series so far, Safari Sky, with lavender and white blooms.
Long-blooming, heat-tolerant and loaded with flowers Full sun Moist, well-drained 6 to 12 in. tall, 12 to 24 in.USDA zones 10 to 11 Proven Winners Garden Crossings, ™ 616-875-6355,
