Plants in family asparagaceae
Cordyline australis 'Red Sensation'
Cordyline australis 'Red Sensation' is a hardy tropical plant with dramatic purple-red foliage. It thrives in bright sun and is reliable in warmer climates, adding a striking visual element to gardens.
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 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 'Little Wonder'
Hosta 'Little Wonder' is a compact plant ideal for edging, growing up to 6 inches tall and 12 inches wide. It features medium green oval leaves with a creamy white edge and produces purple flowers on 14-inch scapes in early summer. This plant is well-suited for part sun to light shade and is a favorite in cottage gardens and shaded areas.
Hosta 'Mango Tango'
Hosta 'Mango Tango' is a sport of Hosta 'Dance with Me', forming a 20-inch tall clump with glossy, medium green leaves and a creamy-yellow central pattern. It produces 2-foot spikes of lavender flowers in late summer, adding color to shaded garden areas. This hosta is suitable for part sun to light shade and is a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Hosta 'First Dance'
Hosta 'First Dance' is a striking perennial known for its large, gold-centered leaves with green edges. This plant forms a substantial clump, reaching up to 2 feet in height and spreading 5 feet wide. The leaves are heavily corrugated and ruffled, adding texture to shaded garden areas. It is a sport of Hosta 'Dancing Queen' and is appreciated for its vibrant foliage. This hosta thrives in part sun to light shade and is a favorite among gardeners for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Rohdea japonica 'Striped Delights'
Rohdea japonica 'Striped Delights' is a variegated seedling known for its unique genetic makeup. This evergreen perennial is drought-tolerant and thrives in dry shade, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Agave xylonacantha 'Lophantha'
Agave xylonacantha 'Lophantha' is a unique hybrid succulent known for its snaggle-tooth forms, growing as a 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide clump. It attracts hummingbirds with its flowers and is a resilient plant, resistant to deer and rabbits. This agave is well-suited for xeriscaping and thrives in sunny environments.
Hosta 'White Knight'
Hosta 'White Knight' is a perennial with light green, strap-shaped leaves that form a large clump. It produces fragrant light lavender flowers, similar to honeybells. This hosta is ideal for shaded areas, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, and adding a striking visual element to garden landscapes.
Aspidistra elatior 'Lennons Green'
Aspidistra elatior 'Lennons Green' is an evergreen perennial with narrow leaves that form a 2-foot tall clump. It is low maintenance, thriving in both moist and dry soils, and is durable in less than ideal conditions.
Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Ichi Moro Ji'
Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Ichi Moro Ji' is a unique Japanese selection known for its dark green leaves with a central chartreuse band and spots. This low-maintenance perennial forms a tight clump of vertical stalks, reaching 3 feet tall. It grows well in both moist and dry soils with good drainage and is ideal for shaded areas.
Hosta 'Crested Surf'
Hosta 'Crested Surf' is a rapidly multiplying perennial known for its elongated green leaves with clear white edges and wavy margins. This plant produces dark lavender flowers in mid-summer, adding a splash of color to shaded gardens. It is a popular choice for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a valuable addition to cottage gardens and rain gardens. Hosta 'Crested Surf' thrives in light shade and is suitable for use as a groundcover or in mixed perennial beds. Its ability to attract various pollinators makes it an excellent choice for gardeners looking to support local wildlife.
Hosta 'Tutu'
Hosta 'Tutu' is a large perennial with blue-grey leaves that have a gentle undulation. It forms a 40-inch wide clump and produces light lavender flowers in late summer. This hosta is attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. It thrives in light shade to full shade and is suitable for use as a groundcover or in rain gardens.
Maianthemum japonicum 'Korean Treasure'
Maianthemum japonicum 'Korean Treasure' is a delightful perennial that emerges in late March with 15-inch long, arching stalks. It features a terminal cluster of frothy white flowers in April, adding a touch of elegance to woodland gardens. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in dry shade, making it suitable for gardens with limited sunlight. Native to regions like China, Japan, and Korea, it is a versatile addition to any shade garden. Its green foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season.
Hosta 'Golden Teacup'
Hosta 'Golden Teacup' is a plant introduced by AHS president Jim Wilkins, featuring an 18-inch wide clump of heavily corrugated, thick round foliage. The leaves emerge bright gold in spring and transition to chartreuse, while 1-foot scapes of pure white flowers appear in late spring. This hosta is a striking addition to shaded garden areas.
Hosta sieboldiana 'Frances Williams'
Hosta sieboldiana 'Frances Williams' is a large, hardy perennial known for its blue-green leaves with a chartreuse edge and white bell-shaped flowers that bloom in mid-summer. This plant attracts pollinators and hummingbirds, making it a lively addition to shaded garden areas. It grows 2-3 feet in height and 3-4 feet in width, preferring well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Pest resistant and low-maintenance, it requires division every 3-5 years to maintain its vigor.
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.
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.
Hosta 'Ocean Isle'
Hosta 'Ocean Isle' is a sport of Hosta 'El Dorado', featuring large, green leaves with a wide golden border. It grows to 20 inches tall and spreads 45 inches wide, producing light lavender flowers in early summer that attract hummingbirds. This plant thrives in part sun to light shade and is a striking addition to any garden with its bold foliage.
Hosta 'Chartreuse Wiggles'
Hosta 'Chartreuse Wiggles' is a dwarf hosta with bright gold, very narrow leaves that have wavy edges. It forms a compact clump about 9 inches wide and produces clusters of lavender flowers in late summer. This plant is ideal for adding a splash of color to shaded garden areas and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Dark Star'
Hosta 'Dark Star' is a hybrid plant with long, pointed, wavy blue-green leaves and a wide, creamy margin. It forms an 18-inch wide clump and produces 2-foot tall spikes of lavender flowers in midsummer.
Agave isthmensis 'Moon Disc'
Agave isthmensis 'Moon Disc' is a compact succulent forming a 6-inch tall and wide rosette. Its thick leaves display a unique white central pattern with a glaucous border. This plant is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and ideal for container gardening. It originates from Mexico and is suitable for xeriscaping in sunny to partially sunny areas.
Hosta 'Green Sheen'
Hosta 'Green Sheen' is a perennial with waxy-coated green leaves backed in white. It produces light lavender flowers and is suitable for light shade. This plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and is ideal for dry shade and rain gardens.
Hosta 'Blue Troll'
Hosta 'Blue Troll' is a hybrid plant with thick, satiny blue leaves forming a 2-foot wide clump. It produces pale lavender flowers in late spring, making it a charming addition to shaded garden areas.
Yucca flaccida 'Yellow Striper'
Yucca flaccida 'Yellow Striper' forms a 2-foot tall by 4-foot wide rosette of green foliage with central yellow striping. Its hairy flower stalk reaches 8 feet tall, opening into pendulous white bells that attract nocturnal moths. This drought-tolerant plant is ideal for xeriscaping and adds architectural interest to gardens.
Hosta 'Camelot'
Hosta 'Camelot' is a little-known clumper from England, recognized for its powder-blue leaves. It forms 14-inch tall clumps topped with light lavender flowers in midsummer, making it a standout in shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Shirley Vaughn'
Hosta 'Shirley Vaughn' is a giant clump-forming perennial with wavy green leaves and a wide cream-yellow margin. It grows up to 60 inches wide and produces 3-foot spikes of lavender flowers in July, attracting pollinators to the garden.
Agave asperrima 'Coahuila'
Agave asperrima 'Coahuila' is a reliable agave from Coahuila, Mexico, known for its thick, powder-blue foliage and giant flower spikes that can reach up to 15 feet tall. It forms a 4-foot wide clump and thrives in dry, mountainous terrain.
Hosta 'Sunshine Glory'
Hosta 'Sunshine Glory' is a hybrid plant with thick, round, limey-chartreuse leaves and a wide white border. It forms 5-foot wide clumps and is topped with 29-inch tall scapes of lavender flowers in midsummer. This hosta is known for its intensely corrugated foliage.
Agave bracteosa 'Monterrey Frost'
Agave bracteosa 'Monterrey Frost' is a variegated succulent with sandpapery green foliage edged in creamy white. It grows to about 1 foot tall and 18 inches wide, thriving in part shade. The plant produces fragrant yellow blooms that attract hummingbirds, making it a delightful addition to gardens.