Plants in family asparagaceae
Rohdea japonica 'Shishi'
Rohdea japonica 'Shishi' is a dwarf plant with dark green leaves that curl inward like a ram's horn. It forms a clump about 3 inches tall and 15 inches wide over five years, making it a vigorous choice for a dwarf rohdea. This plant is slow to offset and thrives in light shade to shade, adding a unique texture to garden spaces.
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.
Ruscus aculeatus 'Sparkler'
Ruscus aculeatus 'Sparkler' is a self-fruiting butcher's broom with spiny-leafed evergreen foliage. It matures at 2 feet tall and wide, is drought-tolerant, and prefers shade but can tolerate hot afternoon sun. This plant produces bright red berries from fall through spring.
Muscari aucheri 'Dark Eyes'
Muscari aucheri 'Dark Eyes' is a fast-growing perennial bulb known for its deep blue florets with bright white rims. This plant is both cold and heat tolerant, thriving in USDA zones 3 to 9. It naturalizes easily, making it perfect for colonizing small garden areas. Muscari 'Dark Eyes' prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and its pleasant scent attracts pollinators. Deer seldom bother this plant, making it a reliable choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance beauty.
Hosta 'Warwick Edge'
Hosta 'Warwick Edge' is a small, fast-growing hosta hybrid with heart-shaped blue-green leaves edged in white. It grows to about 18 inches wide and 8 inches tall, producing light lavender flowers on 14-inch spikes in late spring. This plant is ideal for shaded areas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Mardi Gras'
Hosta 'Mardi Gras' is a large hosta variety that combines the size of H. nigrescens 'Elatior' with the texture and variegation of H. 'Christmas Tree'. It forms a 3-foot wide clump of blue-green leaves with a creamy white band and produces 3-foot tall scapes of pure white flowers in midsummer. This hosta is ideal for shade gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta longipes var. latifolia
Hosta longipes var. latifolia, also known as the rock hosta, is native to rocky cliffs and features matte finish rounded thick green leaves. This plant forms a symmetrical clump and is topped with 24-inch scapes of medium lavender flowers in late summer. It is sought-after for hybridizing and thrives in sunny rock cracks at high elevations.
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.
Hosta 'Sea Thunder'
Hosta 'Sea Thunder' is a center-variegated hosta with glossy green leaves and creamy gold-centered variegation. It forms a 1-foot tall by 1-foot wide clump and produces lavender flowers in summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Flemish Sky'
Hosta 'Flemish Sky' is a compact plant with thick, pointed, grey-blue leaves. It forms a 9-inch tall clump and produces 18-inch spikes of light lavender flowers in late summer.
Hosta 'Little Black Scape'
Hosta 'Little Black Scape' is a perennial plant with 5-inch wide heart-shaped leaves that change from dull green to chartreuse gold. It features jet-black scapes and medium-lavender flowers on 22-inch tall stems. This plant performs best in more sun, especially morning sun.
Hosta 'Flower Power'
Hosta 'Flower Power' is a large-growing hybrid that emerges with a grey-blue cast, transitioning to apple green. It forms a 4-foot wide clump and is known for its very large, fragrant white flowers. This hosta thrives in shaded areas and is a favorite for its impressive size and scent.
Polygonatum odoratum 'Chanticleer'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Chanticleer' is a unique perennial known for its large, silvery-backed leaves that sway gracefully in the breeze. Over 15 years, it can form a wide patch up to 6 feet across, with stalks reaching 3 feet in height. This plant is particularly attractive in shaded gardens and is resistant to rabbits. It is also known to attract butterflies and birds, making it a lively addition to any garden. Originating from Korea, China, and Japan, it thrives in part sun to shade conditions. Its white or cream flowers bloom in spring, adding a delicate touch to its robust foliage. The plant is drought-tolerant and suitable for dry shade areas, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Aspidistra vietnamensis 'Seiun'
Aspidistra vietnamensis 'Seiun' is a small-growing cast iron plant with dark green leaves speckled with yellow. It is a superb houseplant for northern climates, as it can withstand temperatures down to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. This low-maintenance perennial thrives in both moist and dry soils with good drainage and must be grown in shade.
Asparagus officinalis 'Jersey Supreme'
Asparagus officinalis 'Jersey Supreme' is an early-season asparagus variety known for its cold hardiness and disease resistance. It thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, and it is recommended to wait one year after planting before harvesting.
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Porcupine'
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Porcupine' is a clonal selection known for its perfectly symmetrical form and white leaf markings. This plant is painfully slow-growing and requires good winter drainage and a slightly sloped planting site. It produces 15-foot tall stalks of yellow flowers, which are great hummingbird magnets, making it a unique addition to xeriscaping and drought-tolerant gardens.
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 amica
Agave amica is a miniature variegated plant with narrow green foliage bordered by wide white edges. It produces 3-foot tall spikes of fragrant pure white flowers in late summer. Known for its hardiness, this plant is easy to grow and more winter hardy than its unmutated counterparts. It forms clumps about 1 foot tall and 3 feet wide.
Hosta 'August Moon'
Hosta 'August Moon' is one of the earliest large gold hostas, known for its slightly cupped foliage that becomes more pronounced with age. This plant is spectacular in mid-summer, producing light lavender flowers. It is a versatile groundcover that thrives in light shade and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.
Hosta 'Royal Crest'
Hosta 'Royal Crest' is an upgraded replacement for Hosta 'Royal Standard', forming a 28-inch tall by 50-inch wide clump of thick green leaves. It produces 3-foot tall spikes of near white, very fragrant flowers in mid-August to September. This plant is very sun tolerant in soils with some moisture, making it a versatile choice for gardens.
Agave schidigera 'Shira Ito No Ohi'
Agave schidigera 'Shira Ito No Ohi' is a drought-tolerant plant that thrives in ample light and well-draining soil. It requires little watering and can endure drought periods, making it a resilient choice for sunny gardens.
Hosta 'Little White Lines'
Hosta 'Little White Lines' is a new small seedling mutation known for its narrow leaves with a narrow white border and lavender flowers that bloom in early summer. This plant is ideal for shaded areas, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds with its delicate blooms. Its compact size and unique foliage make it a charming addition to cottage gardens or as a groundcover in shaded areas. Its adaptability to various conditions and low maintenance needs make it a favorite among gardeners.
Hosta 'Am I Blue'
Hosta 'Am I Blue' is a perennial plant with a 44-inch wide clump of corrugated blue-green foliage. In late spring, it produces 2-foot tall flower spikes with pale lavender blooms. This hosta is suitable for shaded areas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Rohdea japonica 'Yattazu Yan Jaku'
Rohdea japonica 'Yattazu Yan Jaku' is an evergreen plant with glossy green leaves and creamy white blotches. It produces 3-inch tall stalks of red berries in late fall. This plant thrives in light shade to shade and is a striking addition to any garden.
Hosta 'Crown Jewel'
Hosta 'Crown Jewel' is a small hosta ideal for rock gardens, featuring extremely crinkled chartreuse heart-shaped leaves with a white edge. It produces lavender flowers, adding a delicate touch to its vibrant foliage. This plant thrives in shaded areas and is a favorite among gardeners for its unique leaf texture and color. Hosta 'Crown Jewel' is a charming addition to any garden, providing visual interest and contrast with its striking appearance.
Hosta 'Fantastic'
Hosta 'Fantastic' is a shade-loving perennial with twisted, corrugated blue-grey leaves that form 4-foot wide clumps. It produces near-white flowers on 2-foot bloom scapes in mid-spring, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This hosta is ideal for cottage gardens and rain gardens, offering lush groundcover with its thick, pebbled foliage.
Agave albopilosa
Agave albopilosa is a rare succulent discovered on a remote cliff in Mexico, known for its upturned leaves with white tufts of hair. It resembles Agave victoriae-reginae and grows to about 1 foot tall and 20 inches wide. This plant is easy to grow in containers and is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping. Its rarity and unique appearance make it a prized addition to succulent collections. Despite its scarcity, it shares the hardiness of its relatives, thriving in similar conditions.
Polygonatum filipes
Polygonatum filipes is native to southern China, featuring knobby rhizomes and arching stems with heavily-ribbed leaves. It produces greenish-white flowers in May, followed by blue-green berries.
Hosta 'Peedee Gold Flash'
Hosta 'Peedee Gold Flash' is a compact perennial with narrow golden leaves bordered by dark green. It forms an 18-inch wide clump and produces purple flowers in early summer. The base of its petioles is a striking red-violet, adding a unique touch to shaded garden areas. This hosta is well-suited for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in light shade.