Plants in family asparagaceae
Cordyline australis 'Southern Splendor'
Cordyline australis 'Southern Splendor' is a subtropical evergreen known for its narrow leaves with coral-pink margins and dark gray-green centers. It may produce white blooms in summer and is hardy in zones 9-11. This plant prefers full sun or partial shade and is rarely damaged by deer, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Hosta 'Waterslide'
Hosta 'Waterslide' is a hybrid perennial with distinctive powder-blue leaves that are wide, ruffled, and twisted. This plant forms a clump about 16 inches tall and 30 inches wide, producing medium lavender flowers in mid-August. It thrives in rich, moist soil and is well-suited for clay or amended clay soils. Ideal for woodland gardens, this hosta adds bold texture and a touch of blue to shaded areas.
Hosta 'Inaho'
Hosta 'Inaho' features small, narrow green leaves with a gold edge and occasional streaking. The streaking fades in late summer, adding a dynamic visual element to shaded garden areas. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Polygonatum odoratum 'Pacman'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Pacman' is a compact perennial reaching up to 20 inches tall, introduced in 2013. It features heavily-pleated green leaves and unique purple-emerging, twisting stalks. The plant produces small, bell-shaped white flowers and spreads slowly through thick underground rhizomes. It thrives in shady conditions, making it a great choice for woodland gardens.
Hosta sieboldiana 'Golden Meadows'
Hosta sieboldiana 'Golden Meadows' is a stunning perennial with creamy white-centered leaves that age to a muted gold, bordered by blue-green. This plant forms an 18-inch tall clump and thrives in part sun to light shade. Its unique foliage makes it a standout in any garden, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Vera Verde'
Hosta 'Vera Verde' is a Japanese selection known for its narrow, green, ruffled leaves with a creamy edge. It forms 16-inch wide clumps and is topped with 18-inch spikes of purple flowers in late summer. This hosta thrives in light shade and is perfect for cottage gardens and rain gardens. 'Vera Verde' attracts hummingbirds and insects, adding vibrant life to shaded garden areas. Its unique foliage and flower spikes make it a standout choice for gardeners seeking bold, colorful plants.
Agave 'Mr Ripple'
Agave 'Mr Ripple' is a striking plant from Mexico, possibly a natural hybrid of Agave salmiana. It forms a 5-foot tall by 8-foot wide clump of broad, blue-green leaves. This agave is drought-tolerant and attracts hummingbirds when in bloom, making it a standout in any garden.
Hosta 'High Kicker'
Hosta 'High Kicker' is a perennial with grey-green foliage and a dramatic rippled edge. It features powdery white indumentum on the leaf backs and lavender flowers in late summer. The plant is notable for its unique long pedicle for seed display.
Agave lophantha 'Goldfinger'
Agave lophantha 'Goldfinger' is a striking plant that resembles typical Agave lophantha but with leaves that turn brilliant gold in cold weather. It forms 18-inch tall by 3-foot wide rosettes and is known for its offsetting patch. This agave is a unique choice for gardens seeking a touch of color.
Agave sisalana 'Marguerita Madness'
Agave sisalana 'Marguerita Madness' is a variegated form of agave known for its long, narrow, sword-like leaves. The blue-green foliage with a white border makes it a striking addition to any garden. This plant is used for fiber production and thrives in sunny, well-drained environments.
Hosta ventricosa 'Flame Stitch'
Hosta ventricosa 'Flame Stitch' is a reverse variegation of H. ventricosa 'Aureomarginata', featuring creamy white leaves with a dark green edge. It forms 2-foot wide clumps and produces 30-inch scapes of large, dark purple, bell-like flowers in late summer. This plant thrives in shade and is a striking addition to any garden.
Agave isthmensis 'Rum Runner'
Agave isthmensis 'Rum Runner' is a drought-tolerant agave cultivar with yellow stripes and gray-green leaf margins. It reaches about 10 inches in diameter and produces numerous offsets. This plant requires well-draining soil and protection from frost.
Hosta kiyosumiensis
Hosta kiyosumiensis is a species from Japan, forming clumps 3 feet wide and 2 feet tall. It has shiny, medium green leaves and produces purple flowers on tall scapes in early summer.
Hosta 'Lucy Vitols'
Hosta 'Lucy Vitols' is a dwarf hosta with heavily corrugated golden leaves bordered by dark green. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces pale lavender flowers on 16-inch scapes in early summer. This plant is ideal for shade gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Dracaena fragrans 'Ray Of Sunshine'
Dracaena fragrans 'Ray Of Sunshine' is an indoor plant with bright yellow stripes on slender leaves, preferring indirect, bright light. It can grow 6-10 feet tall, making it a striking addition to any indoor space.
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Shiroshima Ryu'
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Shiroshima Ryu', a Japanese selection of mondo grass, is known for its striking white-striped leaves that add a dramatic vertical element to gardens. This perennial works well as a groundcover, particularly in woodland settings, where it can lighten up darker areas. It thrives in part sun to shade and is suitable for dry shade conditions, making it a versatile choice for various garden environments. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 6a to 10b, offering a reliable option for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, ornamental grass with unique foliage.
Hosta 'Mountain Fog'
Hosta 'Mountain Fog' is a small clump-forming perennial with long, narrow foliage featuring a creamy center and green border. The center changes to green in summer heat, while new growth becomes cream-centered in cooler nights. In midsummer, it is adorned with lavender flowers, making it a charming addition to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Prairies Edge'
Hosta 'Prairies Edge' is a striking plant introduced in 2015, known for its corrugated foliage with a dark green border and a central gold pattern that brightens over time. It forms an 18-inch tall clump with nearly white flowers on 28-inch stalks in midsummer.
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 'Teenyweeny Bikini'
Hosta 'Teenyweeny Bikini' is a vigorous clump with creamy white leaves bordered by dark green, producing dark purple flowers in late August. It attracts low-flying hummingbirds and thrives in shade.
Hosta 'Warwick Curtsey'
Hosta 'Warwick Curtsey' is a fast-growing perennial with dark green heart-shaped leaves edged in gold. It forms a 20-inch wide clump and produces light purple flowers in early summer. This hosta is ideal for part sun to light shade and is a favorite in cottage gardens and as a groundcover, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Monument Circle'
Hosta 'Monument Circle' is a shade-loving perennial with blue-grey foliage and a central pattern of creamy gold that fades to blue-green. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces 2-foot spikes of lavender flowers in midsummer.
Aspidistra zongbayi 'Yunnan Sunbeam'
Aspidistra zongbayi 'Yunnan Sunbeam' is a durable plant collected in Yunnan, China, known for its 6-inch petioles and 8-inch long green leaves with a wide central stripe of creamy yellow. This plant forms a 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide clump and is suitable for less than ideal conditions, thriving in both moist and dry soils with good drainage. It must be grown in shade and is an excellent houseplant due to its bold texture and upright form. 'Yunnan Sunbeam' is a superb choice for those seeking a resilient and visually striking plant.
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall'
Convallaria majalis 'Hardwick Hall' is a deciduous groundcover known for its fragrant white flowers and striking glaucous leaves with a golden border. This vigorous clone grows up to 9 inches tall and is deer-resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens. It blooms in spring and is well-suited for shaded areas, adding a touch of elegance with its patterned foliage. Originating from Europe and Asia, it attracts butterflies and is ideal for cottage gardens.
Hosta 'Mount Everest'
Hosta 'Mount Everest' is a fast-growing hosta with large angular leaves of medium green and a yellow to cream border. It forms a 16-inch tall by 3-foot wide specimen and produces tall spikes of light lavender flowers in mid-summer.
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.