Plants in family amaryllidaceae
Crinum amoenum
A cousin of Crinum americanum, this plant is native to India and adapts well to normal garden conditions. It forms a clump and blooms with fragrant white flowers with wine-purple stamens in early July.
Zephyranthes 'Fantasy Island'
Zephyranthes 'Fantasy Island' is a bulbous plant with large, 3-inch wide flowers featuring white petals edged in pink. It is low maintenance and winter-hardy in zone 7 and warmer, thriving in sunny locations with average moisture.
Allium 'Purple Rain'
Allium 'Purple Rain' is a striking ornamental plant known for its vibrant purple blooms that resemble fireworks. These nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a lively addition to gardens. It blooms in mid to late spring and features dense clumps of grassy foliage with a mild onion scent. Ideal for containers, borders, and mixed gardens, it thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade in hotter climates. The plant prefers well-drained soil with moderate moisture and is rarely disturbed by squirrels, rodents, or deer.
Zephyranthes 'Viva Las Vegas'
Zephyranthes 'Viva Las Vegas' is a vibrant plant known for its intensely pink flowers with a small white eye. This plant blooms from July through September, particularly after rain, and thrives in dry to moderately moist soils with plenty of sun. It is a 2023 introduction from Plant Delights/JLBG, resulting from a cross between Zephyranthes drummondii 'Fedora' and Zephyranthes 'Smokin' Hot'.
Crinum 'Royal White'
Crinum 'Royal White' is a hybrid crinum lily known for its large mound of glossy green foliage and striking white flowers with maroon-wine stripes. These fragrant blooms appear from midsummer to fall, reaching a stalk height of 30 inches. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in sunny locations, making it a great choice for cottage gardens and rain gardens. It attracts hummingbirds and insects, adding life to any garden setting. 'Royal White' is also salt-tolerant, making it suitable for seaside gardens.
Narcissus romieuxii 'Julia Jane'
Narcissus romieuxii 'Julia Jane' is a native of the Atlas Mountains, forming a 5-inch tall clump with flexible needle-thin foliage. It blooms in winter with light butter-yellow, hoop-like flowers, and its flowering time varies with the weather.
Lycoris albiflora 'Phils Gold'
Lycoris albiflora 'Phils Gold' is a hybrid plant known for its striking 21-inch cinnamon-colored stalks and clusters of 6-7 frilly, light butter-yellow flowers. Each petal features a central peach stripe, adding to its visual appeal. The plant's winter foliage emerges in October and remains until late spring, providing year-round interest. 'Phils Gold' is a unique addition to gardens, offering a blend of beauty and resilience.
Habranthus floryi 'Purple Base'
Habranthus floryi 'Purple Base' is a striking perennial known for its giant rosy pink flowers with a crimson purple throat. The flowers, which can reach 2-3 inches in length, bloom on 15-inch stalks and face horizontally. This plant forms large clumps up to 3 feet wide, often seen in old Southern gardens. It flowers after rain and continues until frost, providing a long-lasting display. 'Purple Base' thrives in both sun and shade, making it versatile for various garden settings. Its ability to produce up to two dozen flower stems in small clumps adds to its appeal. This plant is a beautiful addition to any garden, offering vibrant color and a unique floral display.
Lycoris incarnata 'Stargazer'
Lycoris incarnata 'Stargazer' is a hybrid plant featuring creamy white flowers with dark purple stems. Standing 28 inches tall, its foliage emerges in late winter, adding a unique touch to gardens. This plant is suitable for rock gardens and is deer-resistant.
Agapanthus 'Black Pantha'
Agapanthus 'Black Pantha' is a perennial known for its tall flowering stalks that reach up to 4 feet, topped with dark violet flowers with white stripes. Blooming from late June, this plant adds a dramatic flair to gardens with its large, 9-inch wide flower heads. It thrives in full sun to part sun and is suitable for rain gardens and sunny perennial borders.
Allium sativum 'Artichoke Sicilian'
Allium sativum 'Artichoke Sicilian' is a softneck garlic variety with large cloves and a mild, spicy flavor. It is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and grows up to 2 feet tall. This garlic requires full sun and very well-drained soil.
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Cherry Charm'
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Cherry Charm' is a hybrid plant known for its striking hot pink flowers with blue tips, blooming on 20-inch tall stalks in early August. This plant is a member of the Amaryllid family and is appreciated for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is drought-tolerant and can thrive in dry shade, making it suitable for various garden settings, including cottage and rock gardens. The narrow green leaves emerge in the fall, adding to its ornamental appeal. This hybrid is also deer-resistant and can be used as a cut flower, adding vibrant color to floral arrangements.
Rhodophiala bifida 'Hill Country Red'
Rhodophiala bifida 'Hill Country Red' is an Argentine amaryllis relative known for its carmine-red, horizontally-facing flowers on 15-inch stalks. This plant is evergreen through winter and goes dormant in late spring. Named 'Hill Country Red' in 2011, it thrives in sunny to lightly shaded areas and is drought-tolerant. Its striking red flowers make it a popular choice for cottage gardens and rock gardens, adding vibrant color to the landscape.
Allium nutans 'Pam Harper'
Allium nutans 'Pam Harper' is a deer-resistant plant with slightly twisted, glaucous leaves and 15-inch tall spikes of floral balls. It blooms from early June through September, with pure white flowers that may take on a light pink hue in cool nights.
Lycoris rosea 'Rose Parade'
Lycoris rosea 'Rose Parade' is a hybrid plant known for its frilly, narrow-petalled rosy-pink flowers that bloom on 17-inch tall stalks in mid-July. Its winter-growing foliage emerges in early October, adding seasonal interest to gardens. This hybrid combines traits from Lycoris radiata and Lycoris sprengeri.
Lycoris albiflora 'Apricot Lace'
Lycoris albiflora 'Apricot Lace' is a hybrid plant featuring rustic red scapes and clusters of creamy white, narrow-petaled flowers with a central peach stripe. The stigmas age to pink, adding a unique touch to the blooms. This plant has green basal winter-growing foliage that emerges in October, making it a striking addition to gardens.
Agapanthus 'Blue Yonder'
Agapanthus 'Blue Yonder' is a striking plant that produces 3-foot tall spikes of cobalt blue flowers with darker central streaks. It is winter hardy into Zone 5b and begins flowering in mid-June. This plant is highly attractive to pollinators like bumblebees.
Narcissus 'Ice Follies'
Narcissus 'Ice Follies' is a perennial ornamental bulb known for its snow-colored petals and large, sun-colored cup. These fragrant flowers are hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9 and are excellent for cut flowers and indoor forcing. They require full sun for the strongest stems and growth and are resistant to deer and rodents. After blooming, the flowers should be deadheaded, and the leaves pruned to the ground once they yellow. This daffodil variety adds a touch of elegance to spring gardens.
Zephyranthes 'Java'
Zephyranthes 'Java' is a low-maintenance plant with 2.5-inch wide flowers that are orange-brown with a yellow center. It blooms in response to rain and is winter hardy in zone 7. This plant thrives in sunny locations with average moisture.
Crinum 'Liberty Bells'
Crinum 'Liberty Bells' is a hybrid plant known for its large, glossy green foliage and striking flowers. It features 42-inch tall flower stalks that bloom in mid-May, showcasing white flowers with a burgundy stripe and saturated burgundy red on the petal back. The flowers emerge horizontally before becoming pendent, adding a unique visual element to gardens.
Allium sativum 'Spanish Roja'
Allium sativum 'Spanish Roja' is an heirloom garlic variety known for its strong flavor and easy-to-peel thin skin. It grows well in cold climates and produces tan cloves with striped mahogany-violet hues. This plant requires full sun and well-drained soil, making it a popular choice for northern gardens.
Crinum americanum 'St Marks'
Crinum americanum 'St Marks' is a North American native crinum lily that thrives in moist to wet soils and can form a 10-foot wide patch over a decade. It features glossy dark green foliage and 2-foot tall spikes of white, star-shaped flowers pollinated by nocturnal sphinx moths.
Narcissus bulbocodium 'Golden Bells'
Narcissus bulbocodium 'Golden Bells' is a hybrid daffodil from the Netherlands, known for its vigorous and superior flowering. It blooms in late March with golden hoop petticoats atop 8-inch tall stems. This plant is appreciated for its tidy growth habit and bright spring display.
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Gem'
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Gem' is a hybrid plant with soft pink flowers featuring blue tips, blooming on 18-inch tall stems in mid-August. It is a unique addition to gardens, offering a delicate floral display.
Crinum lugardiae 'White Dove'
Crinum lugardiae 'White Dove' is a dwarf South African Crinum known for its narrow, glossy green leaves and lightly fragrant, pure white flowers. This plant forms a clump that can reach 1 foot tall and 3 feet wide, with up to 13 stalks per clump, each 2 feet tall. It blooms from early August to late September, with over 100 flowers opening simultaneously, creating a stunning display. Crinum lugardiae 'White Dove' is a hardy perennial that thrives in sunny locations and is well-suited to rain gardens. Its ability to attract butterflies adds ecological value, supporting local biodiversity. This plant's ornamental appeal and adaptability to various conditions make it a versatile addition to any garden. Its low maintenance requirements and striking floral display make it a favorite among gardeners looking to enhance their landscape with a touch of elegance.
Narcissus 'Sunny Girlfriend'
Narcissus 'Sunny Girlfriend' is a highly ruffled split cup daffodil with a white perianth and coral trumpet. It offers a pleasant fragrance and features medium green foliage. This daffodil thrives in full sun or partial shade, adding a cheerful touch to spring gardens.
Narcissus 'Chromacolor'
Narcissus 'Chromacolor' features a large salmon-colored cup with white petals, offering a fragrant bloom in mid-season. It is deer-resistant and hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. This daffodil is suitable for indoor forcing and adds a splash of color to gardens.
Crinum 'Dragon Lady'
Crinum 'Dragon Lady' is a robust cultivar known for its lightly fragrant flowers that bloom from mid-July through August. This plant, introduced by Marcelle Sheppard, is a cross between Crinum americanum and Crinum scabrum. It is a fast grower and multiplier, reaching a flower height of 2 feet. 'Dragon Lady' is appreciated for its resilience and ability to thrive in a variety of garden settings.