Plants in family asparagaceae
Dasylirion glaucophyllum
Dasylirion glaucophyllum, one of the largest sotols, is native to Hidalgo, Mexico, and features wavy, powder blue leaves that are over an inch wide. This drought-tolerant plant is known for its impressive 7-foot tall flower spike adorned with small white flowers that age to tan. It has been successfully cultivated since 1999 and is well-suited for xeriscaping and rock gardens. Its deer-resistant nature and striking appearance make it a standout in any landscape.
Hosta 'Blue Vision'
Hosta 'Blue Vision' is a blue hosta with heavy-textured powder blue leaves and an upright shape. It forms a 40-inch wide clump and produces white flowers on 24-inch scapes. Its striking foliage and form make it a standout in shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Brendas Beauty'
Hosta 'Brendas Beauty' is a perennial with heavily veined, dark green leaves and a unique butterscotch center variegation. It forms clumps about 2 feet wide and produces medium lavender flowers on 2-foot stalks. This plant is ideal for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in part sun to light shade environments.
Hosta 'Teaspoon'
Hosta 'Teaspoon' is a small plant with deeply-cupped, green leaves forming an 18-inch wide clump. It produces 20-inch scapes of lavender flowers in midsummer, attracting hummingbirds. This plant is ideal for shaded gardens and adds texture and color to the landscape.
Hosta 'Rainbows End'
Hosta 'Rainbows End' is a small- to medium-sized hosta with thick, glossy leaves featuring bright golden centers and wide green borders. It forms clumps about 16 inches wide and produces short, reddish-purple flower spikes with dark lavender flowers, attracting hummingbirds.
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Kizan'
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Kizan' is a variegated form of the Queen Victoria century plant, featuring a solitary rosette of thick, wide green leaves with a creamy border. This very slow-growing plant requires ample sun to maintain its variegation and should not be overwatered. Its rare offsets and striking appearance make it a prized addition to any succulent collection.
Eucomis 'Mini Tuft Bright Pink'
Eucomis 'Mini Tuft Bright Pink' is a compact dwarf pineapple lily with dusty purple foliage. It forms a clump about 10 inches tall and 15 inches wide, producing spikes of pink-lavender flowers starting in late June. This plant is a result of crossing Eucomis vandermerwei and Eucomis zambesiaca, making it a unique addition to gardens. Its compact size and colorful blooms make it suitable for various garden settings, including rock gardens and containers.
Agave isthmensis 'Ohi Raijin Shiro Nakafu'
Agave isthmensis 'Ohi Raijin Shiro Nakafu' is a rare evergreen succulent from Oaxaca, Mexico, known for its compact size and variegated foliage. It forms a tight clump up to 6 inches tall and wide, making it an excellent choice for container gardening. This plant is slow-growing and produces yellow flowers in spring. It requires bright sunlight and infrequent watering, thriving in well-drained organic cactus mix. With a frost tolerance of 50°F, it is suitable for hardiness zones 9b to 11b.
Hosta 'So Sweet'
Hosta 'So Sweet' is a medium-sized perennial celebrated for its fragrant, near-white flowers that bloom in late summer. Its green leaves are bordered with gold, which ages to a creamy edge, creating a striking visual contrast. This hosta forms a 3-foot wide clump and is the last to go dormant, providing extended seasonal interest. It was named the 1996 Hosta of the Year, highlighting its popularity and appeal. Ideal for shaded or partially sunny gardens, it attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding life and movement to the landscape.
Hosta 'Ebb Tide'
This plant forms a 3-foot wide clump with pointed green leaves bordered by a rippled golden edge. It produces 3-foot scapes of pure white flowers in early summer.
Hosta 'White Necklace'
Hosta 'White Necklace' is a perennial plant that forms a 4-foot wide clump of glossy green leaves with creamy white edges. In late summer, it is topped with 4-foot scapes of lavender flowers, adding a touch of elegance to shaded garden spaces.
Hosta 'Seasons In The Sun'
Hosta 'Seasons In The Sun' is a large perennial forming a clump 28 inches tall and 4 feet wide. It features thick, corrugated golden leaves with wavy margins and near-white flowers atop tall scapes in mid-summer. This hosta is a hybrid of several varieties, making it a robust choice for shaded gardens.
Hosta 'Days End'
Hosta 'Days End' is a giant plant known for its shiny, dark green leaves with a golden border. This plant forms a 6-foot wide clump and features 34-inch scapes of light lavender flowers in midsummer. Its unique foliage and ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds make it a popular choice for gardens seeking a touch of elegance and color. The plant's substantial size and vibrant flowers make it a standout feature in any garden setting.
Hosta 'Climax'
Hosta 'Climax' is a sport of H. 'High Noon', featuring heavily-corrugated green leaves with a golden border. It forms a clump over 4 feet wide and has a vase-shaped habit. In late spring, it produces 32-inch scapes of light lavender flowers, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Sweet Tater Pie'
Hosta 'Sweet Tater Pie' is a plant with thick, waxy leaves that are very wavy and glossy, in a chartreuse-golden color. It forms a 30-inch wide clump and produces purple, star-like flowers in midsummer. This hosta is a vibrant addition to gardens, offering both foliage and floral interest.
Hosta 'Taffeta'
Hosta 'Taffeta' is a hybrid hosta with dark green leaves that glitter in the light, forming 3-foot clumps. It produces 2-foot scapes of large lavender and white striped bells, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This plant thrives in part sun to light shade and is a popular choice for shaded gardens and borders.
Hosta 'Korean Snow'
Hosta 'Korean Snow' is a stable streaked and speckled hosta with butterscotch and grey speckling on light green leaves. It forms 2-foot wide clumps topped with dark purple flowers in late summer.
Ledebouria luteola 'A1sa194'
Ledebouria luteola 'A1sa194', a South African false scilla, forms a small caudex and features 6-inch arching stalks of purple-spotted, revolute grey-green leaves. It blooms with short spikes of greyish flowers in summer and can re-seed in rock gardens, making it a unique addition to any collection.
Hosta 'Blue Dimples'
Hosta 'Blue Dimples' forms an 18-inch wide clump with thick, powdery blue foliage. It produces clusters of lavender flowers, adding color to shaded garden areas. This hosta is a reliable choice for attracting pollinators and enhancing garden diversity.
Hosta 'Barbara Ann'
Hosta 'Barbara Ann' is a striking variety with corrugated blue-grey leaves bordered by a wide, pure white edge. It forms large clumps 3-4 feet wide and is topped with 2-foot tall spikes of pure white flowers in late spring. This hosta is a favorite for shade gardens, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Pizzazz'
Hosta 'Pizzazz' is a striking plant with rounded, heavily pebbled, powdery blue leaves and a wide, cream margin. This hosta forms a 4-foot wide clump and produces 2-foot stalks of pale lavender flowers in early summer. 'Pizzazz' is ideal for shaded garden areas, offering a unique foliage display and attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Journeys End'
Hosta 'Journeys End' is a striking perennial known for its large, pointed, and heavily-ruffled leaves. The leaves are bright gold with a wide, dark green border, forming a clump up to 4.5 feet wide. In summer, it produces 3-foot spikes of near-white flowers. This plant is a sport from Hosta 'Choo Choo Train' and is popular in shade gardens.
Hosta 'Blazing Saddles'
Hosta 'Blazing Saddles' is a hybrid perennial with a 4-foot wide clump of oblong, dark green leaves edged in creamy white. It is known for its excellent vigor, even in challenging conditions, and produces 2-foot tall spikes of medium-lavender flowers in early summer. This plant is a hybrid of Hosta 'Blue Umbrellas' and is appreciated for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Aloe 'Walmsley's Bronze'
Aloe 'Walmsley's Bronze' is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant known for its ability to reproduce in numerous ways. It thrives in sunny areas with ample light and requires porous, well-draining soil. This plant needs little watering and benefits from periods of drought between waterings. It can withstand freezing temperatures below 40°F, making it a resilient choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance yet visually appealing plant.
Hosta 'Hans'
Hosta 'Hans' is a slow-growing hosta with thick, rugose blue-green leaves and a cream center. It forms a 21-inch tall by 32-inch wide clump and produces pale lavender flowers on 20-inch scapes in late spring. This hosta is a sport from Hosta 'Blue Mammoth' and is ideal for shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'White Wall Tire'
Hosta 'White Wall Tire' is a unique hybrid that combines the durability of Hosta 'Undulata' with the growth form of Hosta 'Fortunei'. It forms large clumps up to 3 feet wide and features white leaves that develop green speckles as they mature. In late summer, it produces 30-inch scapes of light lavender flowers. This hosta prefers good morning sun and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Liriope minor 'Torafu'
Liriope minor 'Torafu' is a dwarf mondo grass with very narrow leaves and horizontal banding. It forms a thick patch in 3-4 years and is ideal for groundcover in shaded areas. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in part sun to shade.
Hosta 'Hillbilly Blues'
Hosta 'Hillbilly Blues' is a hybrid plant featuring a 3-foot wide rosette of deeply-veined, powder-blue leaves. In late summer, it produces 16-inch scapes of light lavender flowers. This hosta is appreciated for its attractive foliage and ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.