Plants in family asparagaceae
Polygonatum odoratum 'Red Legs'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Red Legs' is distinguished by its bright carmine red stalks and large foliage, with leaves reaching up to 6 inches long. This selection is notable for having the largest leaves among red-stalked varieties, making it a striking addition to gardens.
Agave parrasana 'Globe'
Agave parrasana 'Globe' is a compact, globe-shaped plant found in Coahuila, Mexico. It grows 2 feet tall and wide, with powder blue leaves featuring great bud-imprints. This agave thrives in dry soil during winter months, making it suitable for colder zones.
Hosta 'Ghost Spirit'
Hosta 'Ghost Spirit' is a mutation of Hosta 'Valentine Lace', featuring blue-green, heart-shaped leaves with creamy-white centers that transition to a ghostly white. This plant forms 2-foot wide clumps and produces black-purple flower scapes with lavender flowers in late spring, adding a mystical touch to shaded gardens.
Hosta 'Solar Flare'
Hosta 'Solar Flare' is a giant hosta with an upright form, featuring large, pointed golden leaves. It grows up to 30 inches tall and 4 feet wide, with 3-foot spikes of light lavender flowers appearing in mid-July. This plant is a striking addition to shade gardens, offering bold foliage and attractive blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Tears Of Gold'
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Tears Of Gold' is a clump-forming plant with narrow green foliage streaked with gold. Occasionally, it produces all-green or solid gold leaves. This plant thrives in part sun to shade and is suitable for dry shade gardens. It is native to Japan and adds a unique texture to garden landscapes.
Hosta 'St Paul'
Hosta 'St Paul' is a striking perennial with extra-wide blue-green borders and bright golden centers on its thick leaves. This plant is a sport of Hosta 'Paul's Glory' and produces light lavender flowers in the summer. It is well-suited for shaded areas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. This hosta is also tolerant of dry shade and can be used as a groundcover in gardens.
Yucca potosina
Yucca potosina is a tree-like species native to east central Mexico, reaching up to 26 feet tall. It features stiff, narrow leaves up to 3 feet long and produces white elongated flowers. This yucca is native to the Chihuahuan Desert and has a palm-like appearance with concave green leaves. It is often mistaken for Yucca carnerosana until it flowers. The plant thrives in full sun and is suitable for xeriscaping, making it a hardy choice for arid landscapes.
Agave potatorum 'Snowfall'
Agave potatorum 'Snowfall' is a striking succulent known for its silvery blue leaves and compact growth habit. This plant forms a clump that can reach 16 inches tall and 3 feet wide, with mature leaves featuring a 1-inch wide border. It is similar to Agave 'Bluewinds' but larger, making it a standout in any garden. 'Snowfall' is drought-tolerant and thrives in sunny locations, making it ideal for xeriscaping and rock 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.
Hosta 'Paradise Power'
Hosta 'Paradise Power' is a perennial plant known for its striking golden foliage with a dark green edge that becomes more pronounced with age. It forms a large mound about 4 feet wide and produces light lavender flowers on 2-foot tall spikes in midsummer. This hosta is versatile, thriving in part sun to light shade and is suitable for various garden settings, including cottage gardens and rain gardens. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Additionally, it is tolerant of dry and wet shade conditions, as well as seaside environments.
Hosta 'Pixie Dancer'
Hosta 'Pixie Dancer' is a miniature hosta introduced in 2018, forming a dense clump just 2 inches tall and 9 inches wide. It features pointed green leaves and medium lavender flowers in late June. This plant is perfect for fairy gardens or small shaded areas.
Eucomis 'Can Can'
Eucomis 'Can Can' is a hybrid with flushed purple leaves and a green leaf rosette. It features 28-inch tall purple spikes of lavender-pink buds and white flowers, followed by purple seed pods. This plant thrives in sunny environments.
Agave bracteosa 'Squidget'
Agave bracteosa 'Squidget' is a dwarf cultivar with a 6-inch tall by 15-inch wide rosette of scabrous green evergreen leaves. It is smaller than typical agave rosettes and is known for its drought tolerance.
Asparagus setaceus 'Lowestoffe'
Asparagus setaceus 'Lowestoffe' is a South African native with long, twining stems and soft, bristly dark green foliage. This ornamental plant features tiny white flowers in spring and red fruit in fall, adding seasonal interest. It is winter-hardy to 7 degrees Fahrenheit and thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil. Its delicate appearance and resilience make it a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor settings.
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.
Hosta 'Dawns Early Light'
Hosta 'Dawns Early Light' is a fast-growing perennial with a 3-foot-wide mound of corrugated foliage. The leaves are brilliant gold in spring, changing to chartreuse by summer, and do not scorch. It produces 30-inch scapes of light lavender flowers in early summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Polygonatum falcatum 'Nippon Sunbeam'
Polygonatum falcatum 'Nippon Sunbeam' is a striking plant with variegated foliage and 30-inch long arching stalks. It features creamy white tubular flowers in early May and purple-black fruit clusters in late August, forming a 2-foot wide clump over five years.
Hosta 'Great Arrival'
Hosta 'Great Arrival' is a large perennial forming a 50-inch wide clump with round, blue-green leaves and a creamy light yellow border. It produces 2-foot spikes of white flowers in late spring and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Little Razor'
Hosta 'Little Razor' is a small, gold-leafed plant ideal for rock gardens. It is a hybrid of H. Sum and Substance and H. venusta, featuring narrow golden leaves and medium lavender flowers in mid-summer. This hosta is well-suited for shaded areas and adds a touch of color and texture to garden spaces.
Hosta 'Swamp Thing'
Hosta 'Swamp Thing' forms an 18-inch tall by 4-foot wide clump with shiny green leaves bordered by golden-yellow. It produces purple, spider-like flowers in mid-June, attracting hummingbirds. This hosta is ideal for shaded garden areas and offers a striking visual appeal with its colorful foliage.
Hosta 'Alpine Aire'
Hosta 'Alpine Aire' is a medium-sized hosta with chartreuse gold foliage and light lavender flowers on a 22-inch scape. This plant is ideal for shaded garden areas, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds with its subtle beauty. 'Alpine Aire' is a versatile groundcover, suitable for rain gardens and areas with light shade, adding a splash of color to any landscape.
Cordyline fruticosa
Cordyline fruticosa, also known as the 'Cabbage Plant' or 'Good Luck Plant', is recognized for its hot pink leaves and spiraling fan-like growth. It thrives in bright light and high humidity, reaching heights of 9-13 feet. This plant is adaptable to various light conditions and is known for its air-purifying properties.
Agave scabra ssp. zarcensis
Agave scabra ssp. zarcensis is a thick-leaved agave from Mexico, growing up to 4 feet tall and wide. It is hardy to 10°F and thrives in full sun with low water use, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping.
Hosta 'Peter Pan'
Hosta 'Peter Pan' is a small to medium-sized plant with blue clumps and lavender flowers. It is ideal for shaded garden areas, adding a touch of color and texture.
Hosta 'Viking Sunshine'
Hosta 'Viking Sunshine' is a compact plant with rounded golden leaves that brighten as it approaches flowering. This 2021 introduction blooms with lavender flowers starting in mid-June. It forms a clump about 10 inches tall and 3 feet wide, making it a great choice for shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Lakeside Dividing Line'
Hosta 'Lakeside Dividing Line' is a perennial plant featuring glossy, dark green leaves with a striking white central streak. It produces tall spikes of light lavender flowers in late June, reaching up to 30 inches in height. This hosta is ideal for shaded garden areas and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. It serves well as a groundcover and is suitable for cottage gardens and rain gardens. The plant is also tolerant of dry shade conditions, making it versatile for various garden settings.
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Bluebird'
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Bluebird' is a super-dwarf mondo grass forming tight clumps resembling golf balls. Discovered in the late '70s, it is ideal for rock gardens and thrives in part sun to shade.
Hosta 'Grand Tiara'
Hosta 'Grand Tiara' is a hybrid perennial with a 22-inch wide clump of round golden leaves featuring a narrow green pattern. It blooms with purple flowers in midsummer and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This hosta thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for groundcovers and rain gardens.
Agave ocahui var. longifolia
Agave ocahui var. longifolia is a rarely grown century plant from Sonora, Mexico, forming a 30-inch tall by 5-foot wide clump. It features straight, green leaves without side spines and a reddish-pink flower spike that turns brown and yellow. This plant thrives in dry conditions and is well-suited for xeriscaping.