Plants in family asparagaceae
Aspidistra lutea 'Mai Chau'
Aspidistra lutea 'Mai Chau' is a dwarf species with wide leaves that spread outward. It produces small yellow flowers emerging from leaf bases in mid-October and is native to the area near Mai Chau, Vietnam. This plant is well-suited for shaded areas and adds a unique texture to gardens.
Hosta 'King Tut'
Hosta 'King Tut' is a hybrid plant with bright gold, heavily textured, wide leaves forming a 2-foot wide clump. It produces near white flowers in early summer on 3-foot tall scapes. This plant is a striking choice for adding color and texture to shaded garden areas, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta tardiva
Hosta tardiva is a rare hybrid hosta with large, crinkled, bright green glossy leaves, distinct from other hostas. It forms a 2-foot wide clump and produces 30-inch scapes with purple bell-shaped flowers in late summer, attracting pollinators.
Rohdea japonica 'Miyako No Jo'
Rohdea japonica 'Miyako No Jo' is an evergreen plant with glossy, dark green leaves that form a vase-shaped clump up to 20 inches tall. It features a white border on its leaves and bright red berries in late fall and winter, making it a striking specimen plant.
Yucca carnerosana
Yucca carnerosana, also known as the giant Spanish dagger, is a tree yucca native to arid regions of western Texas and northern Mexico. It grows up to 20 feet tall with rigid, dagger-like leaves and produces snowy white flowers. This deer-resistant plant thrives in alkaline soils at elevations of 3,000 to 5,000 feet.
Hosta 'Zounds'
Hosta 'Zounds' is a perennial with heavily-textured, brilliant gold foliage that forms a 4-foot wide clump. It produces light lavender flowers on 30-inch tall stalks and is attractive to hummingbirds. This hosta is suitable for shaded areas and can be used as a groundcover.
Hosta 'Hollywood Lights'
Hosta 'Hollywood Lights' is a tetraploid mutation of Hosta 'On Stage', forming a 2-foot tall by 4-foot wide clump. It features dome-like, dark green leaves with a bright yellow center and produces light lavender flowers in mid-July.
Agave salmiana var. ferox 'Asperrima'
Grown from seed collected near La Escondida, Mexico, these winter-hardy natural hybrids grow to 5 feet tall and 12 feet wide. They have grey-green coloration, upturned leaf tips, and produce scant few pups at the clump base.
Hosta 'Iceberg'
Hosta 'Iceberg' is a vigorous hybrid known for its fast-growing clump that can reach up to 55 inches in width. It features medium-green leaves with a gold border that ages to a creamy edge. In late summer, it produces 3-foot tall scapes of dark lavender flowers, attracting hummingbirds. This hosta is a favorite for its striking foliage and ability to thrive in shaded garden areas.
Hosta capitata
Hosta capitata is a small species hosta with wavy-edged, medium green leaves. It produces lavender flowers in summer, clustered at the top of 18-inch scapes. This plant is vigorous and easy to grow, making it suitable for shaded borders and dry, rocky areas.
Hosta 'Color Glory'
Hosta 'Color Glory' features a wide gold center with a corrugated blue edge, topped with short stalks of white flowers. It is susceptible to early spring frost, which may discolor the yellow portion of the leaf.
Hesperaloe funifera 'White Flowers'
Hesperaloe funifera 'White Flowers' is a lesser-known species of false yucca from northeastern Mexico. It features narrow, spineless foliage and produces 8-foot spikes of white flowers in early summer. This plant forms a 6-foot-wide clump and thrives in sunny locations.
Hosta 'Azure Gem'
Hosta 'Azure Gem' is a small, fast-multiplying blue hosta with miniature Hosta sieboldiana-like foliage. Its dusty blue, heart-shaped leaves are corrugated with prominent veins, adding texture and interest to shaded garden areas. This plant forms a very small clump, reaching only 7 inches tall and 18 inches wide, making it ideal for rock gardens or as a groundcover. In June, it produces 15-inch scapes of lilac flowers, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Hosta 'Azure Gem' is a hybrid with parents including Hosta 'Silver Bay' and Hosta venusta, ensuring a robust and reliable growth habit. Its compact size and unique coloration make it a standout choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of blue to their plantings. This hosta's adaptability to various light conditions and low maintenance needs make it a popular choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Aspidistra sichuanensis
Aspidistra sichuanensis, native to Sichuan Province, China, is a tough houseplant with dark green leaves lightly spotted with chartreuse yellow. It thrives in low-light conditions and can survive temperatures as low as 12 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant features rosy red flowers at ground level in late March and is known for its resilience and low maintenance requirements.
Hosta 'Stained Glass'
Hosta 'Stained Glass' is a sport of Hosta 'Guacamole', known for its brilliant, shiny gold foliage with a dark green margin. It forms a 3-4 foot wide clump and produces lightly fragrant lavender flowers in midsummer. This sun-tolerant hosta thrives in light, open shade and attracts bees.
Hyacinthus orientalis
Hyacinthus orientalis, commonly associated with Easter, is a fragrant bulb plant ideal for pots, containers, and garden beds. It features three flowered spikes adorned with starry baby pink flowers, offering a delightful scent. This plant thrives in high-light conditions and is suitable for outdoor settings. It is a seasonal favorite, often used as a gift or for memorial occasions, and is known for its low water and humidity requirements.
Hosta 'Mississippi Delta'
Hosta 'Mississippi Delta' is a giant blue-grey hosta that forms a 5-foot wide clump. Its slightly rippled leaves are complemented by 40-inch branched scapes with pure white flowers in midsummer. This plant is a striking choice for shaded areas, offering impressive foliage and blooms.
Yucca gloriosa var. variegata
Yucca gloriosa var. variegata is a deer-resistant yucca hybrid with blue-green leaves and cream margins. It grows up to 48 inches tall and features large, white, bell-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds.
Agave titanota 'Banana Peel'
Agave titanota 'Banana Peel' is a striking succulent with a rosette form, reaching 1 foot in height and 18 inches in width. Its wide green leaves are bordered with a muted gold edge that ages to green, making it a splendid choice for container gardening. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts birds and insects.
Hosta 'Love Pat'
Hosta 'Love Pat' is a slow-growing hosta with intensely corrugated, deep blue foliage that forms a 3-foot wide clump. It produces white flowers in early summer that attract hummingbirds. This easy-to-grow perennial is ideal for shaded areas and adds texture and color to garden landscapes.
Agave multifilifera 'Silly String'
Agave multifilifera 'Silly String' is a non-offsetting clump-forming plant with very narrow dark green leaves and a central chartreuse stripe. It grows to 18 inches tall and 2 feet wide, with random white markings and abundant prematurely white hair.
Agave mitis 'General Zaragoza'
Agave mitis 'General Zaragoza' is a seed-grown succulent collected from high elevations near General Zaragoza, Mexico. Known for its drought tolerance and evergreen nature, this plant is well-suited for xeriscaping and can attract hummingbirds. It thrives in sunny to partially shaded areas and is a resilient choice for rock gardens.
Hosta 'Gay Blade'
Hosta 'Gay Blade' is a clump-forming perennial known for its bluish leaves with clear white margins and light lavender flowers that bloom in late summer. This plant spreads to about 2 feet wide and is a favorite among gardeners for its ability to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It thrives in full to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil. 'Gay Blade' is also resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for shade gardens. Its striking foliage and delicate flowers add elegance to any garden setting.
Hosta 'Praying Hands'
Hosta 'Praying Hands' was named the 2011 Hosta of the Year for its unique dark green crinkled leaves with a narrow creamy yellow border. It forms a 2-foot wide clump and produces 18-inch spikes of light lavender flowers. This hosta attracts butterflies and prefers more sun than other varieties.
Rohdea japonica 'Go Dai Takane'
Rohdea japonica 'Go Dai Takane' is an evergreen perennial with glossy, wavy leaves bordered in white. It forms a clump about 15 inches tall and 2 feet wide, producing red berries in winter. This plant is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in shaded areas, making it a versatile addition to gardens.
Agave colorata 'Misashibo'
Agave colorata 'Misashibo' is a rare agave from northwestern Sonora, Mexico, known for its horizontal leaf banding and solitary growth habit. It matures at 1 foot tall by 2 feet wide and produces a 10-foot tall spike of orange and yellow flowers.
Agave potatorum 'South Pole'
Agave potatorum 'South Pole' is a slow-growing succulent introduced in 2023, featuring blue leaves with a creamy white center. This compact plant forms a clump about 6 inches tall and 9 inches wide, and it offsets reasonably well. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping or rock gardens.
Hosta 'Sweet Home Chicago'
Hosta 'Sweet Home Chicago' is a selection known for its golden leaves with a 1/2-inch wide green margin. It grows to 30 inches tall and 45 inches wide, producing light lavender flowers in early summer. This hosta thrives in part sun to shade and is a favorite among hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Gold Standard'
Hosta 'Gold Standard' features a deep green border surrounding a golden center, forming 3-foot wide clumps. It produces sturdy stalks of lavender flowers in summer, with the brightness of the gold varying with light exposure. This plant is suitable for shade gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.