Plants in family asparagaceae
Asparagus officinalis 'Purple Passion'
Asparagus officinalis 'Purple Passion' is a perennial vegetable known for its unique purple spears that are tender and not stringy. It is cold and heat-tolerant, thriving in USDA zones 3-10, and is resistant to disease, rust, and rot. This asparagus variety requires full sun and well-drained soil and is low maintenance. If not harvested, it produces airy green foliage and non-edible berries in fall. It is often grown alongside companion plants like tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant.
Hosta 'Caesar Salad'
Hosta 'Caesar Salad' is a hybrid hosta with very wavy, glossy green leaves. It forms a 15-inch tall by 32-inch wide clump and produces light lavender flowers in early August, thriving even in harsh summer conditions.
Yucca flaccida 'Color Guard'
Yucca flaccida 'Color Guard' is a gold-centered variegated selection similar to Yucca 'Golden Sword'. Its foliage brightens to creamy-gold in midsummer, and it features deer-resistant leaves with curly white hairs. The plant forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces 6-foot stalks of white flowers in spring.
Yucca harrimaniae 'Wayne's Whorl'
Yucca harrimaniae 'Wayne's Whorl' is a striking plant with a short trunk and a 2-foot wide whorl of stiff, hairy, grey-green leaves. It produces 30-inch spikes of large white bells and requires good drainage.
Hosta 'Sundance'
Hosta 'Sundance' is a mutation known for its wide creamy white border and lavender flowers. This plant shares attributes with its parent, making it a reliable choice for shade gardens. 'Sundance' attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding ecological value to its ornamental appeal. It thrives in light shade and is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. Its striking foliage and delicate flowers add elegance to any garden setting.
Agave lechuguilla 'Franklin Mountain'
Agave lechuguilla 'Franklin Mountain' is a drought-tolerant succulent native to Texas's Franklin Mountains. It features 1-foot tall rosettes of glaucous green leaves and prefers very dry soil during winter. This plant is well-suited for rock gardens and xeriscaping, offering a unique, architectural element to landscapes.
Agave parviflora 'Pinpoint'
Agave parviflora 'Pinpoint' is a compact plant with white-centered leaves and pencil-sized, terminal-spined leaves. It forms a mostly solitary clump 6 inches tall by 1 foot wide and produces a 5-foot tall spike of bright golden yellow flowers when mature.
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Tora Fu'
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Tora Fu' is a small Mexican century plant with a distinctive yellow-edged rosette. It grows up to 10 inches tall and 18 inches wide, featuring short, thick, dark green leaves with silver markings. This drought-tolerant plant prefers well-drained soil and is best planted on a slope to protect from excess moisture.
Agave 'Desert Lightning'
Agave 'Desert Lightning' is a striking plant with creamy yellow leaves accented by green undertones and borders. This non-spiny agave forms a clump about 16 inches tall and 2 feet wide. It is not winter hardy but is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it suitable for xeriscaping. Its unique foliage adds ornamental value to gardens.
Hosta 'The Twister'
Hosta 'The Twister' is a small to medium hosta with upright twisted green leaves. It produces lavender flowers on tall scapes, adding vertical interest to shaded gardens. This hosta is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'True Blue'
Hosta 'True Blue' is a clumping perennial with heavy, thick corrugated blue foliage. It spreads to about 60 inches and produces white flowers in mid-summer. This hosta is ideal for shaded garden areas and is attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Gold Heart'
Hosta 'Gold Heart' is a fast-growing clump-forming plant with thick cream-centered foliage bordered by green. It forms 2-foot wide clumps and produces 2-foot spikes of medium lavender flowers in mid-summer. This plant is ideal for shaded areas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Agave sisalana 'Mediopicta'
Agave sisalana 'Mediopicta' is a medium-sized agave known for its long, stiff, narrow leaves with grey-green spineless margins and occasional yellow stripes. It grows 4-6 feet tall and 6-7 feet wide, with flower stalks that can reach 15-20 feet at maturity. This agave tolerates dry conditions but grows faster with regular irrigation and is hardy to around 25°F. It is a striking addition to gardens with its bold foliage and towering flower spikes.
Hosta 'Hacksaw'
Hosta 'Hacksaw' is a compact perennial with narrow, rippled leaves that develop pronounced serrations with age. It forms a clump about 9 inches tall and 28 inches wide, producing purple flowers on 20-inch spikes in late summer. This hosta is a robust grower, ideal for shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Joy Ride'
Hosta 'Joy Ride' is a large hosta variety with wavy, powder blue leaves that form impressive clumps. It grows up to 30 inches tall and 5 feet wide, with light lavender flowers appearing on 2-foot tall spikes in midsummer. Its striking foliage and size make it a standout in shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Sweet Standard'
Hosta 'Sweet Standard' is a white-streaked sport of H. honeybells, occasionally settling into the white-edged variety known as Sugar & Cream. It produces light lavender fragrant flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. This plant is suitable for light shade and is known for its ability to thrive in various garden settings, including cottage gardens and rain gardens.
Hosta 'Rhapsody'
Hosta 'Rhapsody' is a vigorous sport of H. 'Fortunei Stenantha', featuring wide, clear white margins on its leaves. It forms 4-foot wide clumps and produces 28-inch scapes of medium lavender flowers, attracting pollinators and adding elegance to shaded gardens.
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 'Winter Snow'
Hosta 'Winter Snow' is a massive clump-forming plant with huge chartreuse leaves bordered in white. It features arching spikes of large lavender flowers in early summer, attracting hummingbirds. This plant thrives in part sun to light shade and adds a lush, tropical feel to gardens.
Agave parryi 'Giant Grantkids'
Agave parryi 'Giant Grantkids' is a cold-hardy plant introduced by Plant Delights/JLBG in 2024. Originating from the Gila National Forest in New Mexico, it can withstand temperatures down to Zone 5b. This agave averages 3 to 3.5 feet in width and is well-suited for xeriscaping.
Agave palmeri 'Cutty Shark'
Agave palmeri 'Cutty Shark' is a succulent from Sonora, Mexico, featuring tall silver-blue leaves with tiny teeth along the edges. It forms a 3-foot tall and wide clump over seven years and is known for its striking bud imprinting. This plant is suitable for xeriscaping and is resistant to rabbits.
Agave 'Emerald Giants'
Agave 'Emerald Giants' is a hybrid agave with wide, glossy green leaves and large marginal teeth. It can grow up to 5 feet tall and 10 feet wide, making it a striking addition to any garden. This drought-tolerant plant is ideal for xeriscaping.
Hosta 'Tears In Heaven'
Hosta 'Tears In Heaven' is a perennial plant with cascading, intensely powder blue leaves that hold their color well through summer. It forms a clump about 15 inches tall and 28 inches wide, with 2-foot tall stalks of pale lavender flowers appearing in summer. This hosta thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for bog gardens or as a groundcover. Its unique foliage and attractive flowers make it a favorite among gardeners looking for a plant that adds texture and color to shaded areas.
Hosta 'Goodness Gracious'
Hosta 'Goodness Gracious' is a striking perennial with thick, corrugated blue-green leaves bordered by a wide golden edge. This probable tetraploid sport of Hosta 'Satisfaction' forms a 20-inch tall and 2-foot wide clump. In midsummer, it produces pure white flowers that attract hummingbirds. This plant is well-suited for shaded areas and can add a touch of elegance to any garden with its bold foliage and attractive blooms.
Hosta kikutii 'Kifukurin'
Hosta kikutii 'Kifukurin' is a clumping plant with long, pointed, shiny green leaves edged in vivid cream and yellow. It produces medium lavender flowers on scapes in late summer and is suitable for shaded garden areas.
Agave guiengola 'Cream Custard'
Agave guiengola 'Cream Custard' is a striking succulent with thick, fleshy leaves that are creamy white with a wide blue-green border. This slow-growing plant forms a specimen about 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide over five years. Its unique coloration is due to the large amount of white in the leaves, which also contributes to its slow growth rate. 'Cream Custard' is a drought-tolerant plant, making it suitable for xeriscaping and rock gardens.
Hosta 'Neptune'
Hosta 'Neptune' is a perennial with wave-like, heavily-rippled blue leaves and pale lavender flowers that bloom in mid-August. It was named the 2023 American Hosta Grower's Association Hosta of the Year. This plant grows 2 feet tall and 4 feet wide, making it a standout in shaded garden areas.
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Kazo Bana'
Agave victoriae-reginae 'Kazo Bana' is a gold-edged form of agave with thick, dark green leaves bordered by butterscotch-gold. It grows to about 10 inches tall and 18 inches wide, making it a striking addition to rock gardens. This plant is hardy to Zone 7b and attracts hummingbirds.