Plants in family asparagaceae
Hosta 'Alakazaam'
Hosta 'Alakazaam' is a small-growing hosta with narrow, wavy green leaves edged in creamy gold. It forms a compact clump about 5 inches tall and 15 inches wide, producing spikes of purple flowers in midsummer. Its variegated foliage and compact size make it a charming addition to shaded garden areas.
Hosta plantaginea 'Ming Treasure'
Hosta plantaginea 'Ming Treasure' is a cultivar known for its chartreuse-edged leaves and fragrant pure white flowers that bloom on 2-foot tall stalks. This plant attracts hummingbirds in August and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it a delightful addition to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Whirlwind Tour'
Hosta 'Whirlwind Tour' is a sport of Hosta 'Whirlwind' with thick lime-green leaves bordered by a wide dark edge. The central leaf pattern changes to creamy white, and it forms 38-inch wide clumps. In summer, it produces 3-foot tall scapes of lavender flowers.
Hosta 'Iron Gate Delight'
Hosta 'Iron Gate Delight', introduced in 1981, is known for its 5-inch long oval leaves with a gold border that changes to cream. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces extremely fragrant lavender flowers on 2-foot scapes in midsummer.
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.
Eucomis 'Tiny Piny Coral'
Eucomis 'Tiny Piny Coral' is a compact hybrid known for its extremely wavy-edged leaves and 6-inch spikes of pink flowers that bloom starting in July. This plant forms a 6-inch tall by 18-inch wide clump and is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for rock gardens and xeriscaping. It attracts insects and thrives in sunny locations.
Hosta 'Spilt Milk'
Hosta 'Spilt Milk' is a hybrid plant with blue-green cupped foliage featuring streaking and misting in the center of each leaf. It forms 4-foot wide clumps and produces 20-inch tall scapes of pure white flowers in late spring. This hosta is ideal for shaded garden areas and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Echo The Sun'
Hosta 'Echo The Sun' is a standout plant with brilliant, ruffled golden foliage that reaches 19 inches in height and forms a 4-foot-wide clump. Its vibrant color makes it a striking addition to woodland gardens, where it can brighten shaded areas. This hosta is known for its thick leaves, which contribute to its robust appearance and ability to thrive in various garden settings.
Aspidistra pulchella 'Spiderman'
Aspidistra pulchella 'Spiderman' is a durable perennial known for its unspotted leaves and spider-like purple and yellow flowers. It grows up to 18 inches tall and thrives in shade, making it ideal for less-than-ideal conditions. This plant is low maintenance and can tolerate both moist and dry soils.
Hosta 'Eleanor Reath'
Hosta 'Eleanor Reath' is a shade-loving perennial with large, corrugated blue leaves and white flowers. This plant is ideal for adding texture to garden beds and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives in light shade and can tolerate dry conditions, making it a versatile groundcover. The plant's striking foliage and flowers make it a popular choice for cottage gardens and rain gardens.
Hosta 'Stingray'
Hosta 'Stingray' is a hybrid hosta with large, 4-foot wide clumps of wide, long, and very pointed shiny deep-green leaves with scalloped edges. It produces 6-foot tall scapes of medium lavender flowers in late spring, making it a striking addition to shaded gardens.
Hosta 'Cherish'
Hosta 'Cherish' is a miniature hosta with an 8-inch wide clump of round blue-green leaves with a creamy-yellow center. It produces lavender flowers on 11-inch spikes in midsummer and requires moist soil.
Ophiopogon jaburan 'Vittatus'
Ophiopogon jaburan 'Vittatus', or giant clumping mondo grass, features striped green and white leaves. It grows up to 30 inches tall and 6 feet wide, producing white flowers in August and cobalt blue fruit from October to December.
Agave gentryi
Agave gentryi is a plant from northern Mexico with glossy green, deeply-channeled foliage and large black spines. It prefers dry soils, especially during cold, wet winters, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping. This agave adds a bold, architectural element to gardens with its striking appearance.
Hosta 'Diamond Lake'
Hosta 'Diamond Lake' is a perennial with large, deeply-corrugated, powder-blue foliage and wavy leaf edges. It grows to 17 inches tall and 45 inches wide, producing light lavender flowers on 28-inch scapes. This maintenance-free plant thrives in rich, moist soil and is a great nectar source for honeybees, preferring light shade to early morning sun.
Yucca filamentosa 'A1fl167'
Yucca filamentosa 'A1fl167' is a native plant from DeKalb County, Georgia, known for its narrow blue twisted leaves and 4-foot tall flower spikes of white bells in late spring. It thrives in full sun and is well-suited for rocky environments. This deer-resistant plant adds a unique architectural element to any landscape.
Hosta 'Lunar Eclipse'
Hosta 'Lunar Eclipse' is a medium-sized clumper with chartreuse gold leaves edged in white. It produces light lavender flowers on 27-inch scapes, adding a touch of elegance to shaded gardens. This plant is suitable for dry shade and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Golden Fantasma'
Hosta 'Golden Fantasma' is a miniature hosta that forms a compact clump about 3 inches tall and 1 foot wide. Its narrow, pointed gold leaves are topped with short scapes of purple flowers in July. This hosta is a hybrid with parentage including Hosta 'Orange Marmalade' and Hosta kikutii. It thrives in light shade and is ideal for adding a splash of color to shaded garden areas. 'Golden Fantasma' is a charming addition to hosta collections and small garden spaces.
Hosta 'Bedazzled'
Hosta 'Bedazzled' is a small clump-forming plant with round, blue-green leaves edged in golden-yellow. It is a hybrid of Hosta 'Little Wonder' and Hosta 'Love Pat', growing 7 inches tall and 21 inches wide.
Hosta 'Ellerbroek'
Hosta 'Ellerbroek' is a perennial plant known for its striking dark green leaves with a wide golden edge. It produces tall spikes of light lavender flowers in mid-summer, adding a touch of elegance to shaded gardens. This hosta is an improved form of H. 'Fortunei Aureomarginata' and is appreciated for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for use as a groundcover in cottage gardens. The plant is also tolerant of dry and wet shade conditions, making it versatile for various garden settings.
Hosta 'Big Daddy'
Hosta 'Big Daddy' is a large blue hosta known for its very puckered leaves with good texture. It forms a 5-foot wide clump and produces near-white flowers on 36-inch tall scapes in late spring. This hosta is ideal for adding bold foliage to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Thumbelina'
Hosta 'Thumbelina' is a compact, fast-growing perennial that forms a mound up to 2 feet wide. Its nearly round, medium green leaves are bordered with creamy white, and it produces 18-inch tall scapes of lavender flowers in early summer. This plant is ideal for woodland borders and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Birchwood Parky's Gold'
Hosta 'Birchwood Parky's Gold' is a vigorous, medium-sized plant with heart-shaped, chartreuse gold foliage. It produces hundreds of pale lavender flowers in spring, making it a great choice for woodland borders. This hosta thrives in part sun to light shade and is a low-maintenance option for adding color and texture to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'High Society'
Hosta 'High Society' is a small, slow-growing plant with powder-blue leaves featuring a narrow central pattern that changes from gold to white. In late spring, it is topped with pale lavender flowers. This hosta is ideal for shaded gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Polygonatum odoratum 'Koryu'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Koryu' is a unique Japanese selection of Solomon's seal, known for its slightly arching stalks and distinctive grey-green leaves with a raised dragon-ridge pattern. This perennial plant reaches about 16 inches in height and produces small, dangling white flowers in the spring. It is well-suited for shaded areas and can attract butterflies and other insects. The plant is drought-tolerant and can thrive in dry shade, making it a versatile addition to gardens. Its foliage adds a textured, ornamental quality to landscapes, and it is resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners.
Eucomis 'Tugela Ruby'
Eucomis 'Tugela Ruby' is a plant with green leaves heavily flushed with purple and 2-foot tall maroon spikes with ivory flowers. The flowers have a purple center, adding a unique touch to gardens. This plant is drought-tolerant and suitable for sunny locations.
Aspidistra grandiflora
Aspidistra grandiflora is a low-maintenance perennial identified as a new species in 2007. It forms an 18-inch tall by 2-foot wide specimen with glossy green leaves dotted with bright yellow. Flowers resembling giant yellow spiders appear in June. This plant thrives in shade and is durable in less than ideal conditions.
Hosta 'Bob Olson'
Hosta 'Bob Olson' is a small hosta with a 1-foot wide, semi-upright mound of narrow rippled foliage. Its dark green leaves have a wide, creamy-golden border, and it produces 16-inch tall scapes with medium-purple flowers in late summer. This fast-growing plant is ideal for shaded gardens, adding texture and color.