Plants in family asparagaceae
Hosta 'Zebra Stripes'
Hosta 'Zebra Stripes' is a hybrid with striking white foliage and frosty green veins. It forms an 8-inch tall by 28-inch wide clump and produces lavender flowers on 20-inch scapes in midsummer. This hosta holds its foliage color best with good morning sun, making it a unique addition to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Youre So Vein'
Hosta 'Youre So Vein' is a dwarf plant with dark green, cardboard-like leaves and unique grey-green vein highlights. It forms a 6-inch tall by 15-inch wide clump and produces 7-inch spikes of medium lavender flowers in early July.
Hosta 'June Moon'
Hosta 'June Moon' is a Lachman hybrid with large, puckered lime-chartreuse leaves bordered by a wide cream margin. It forms a slow-growing clump and produces near-white flowers on tall scapes in late summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Vulcan'
Hosta 'Vulcan' is a vigorous perennial with striking foliage, featuring pure white centers bordered by dark green. It forms clumps about 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for shaded garden areas. This hosta is a sport of 'Captain Kirk' and is appreciated for its bold leaf pattern. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding life to any garden space.
Hosta 'Emerald Necklace'
Hosta 'Emerald Necklace' is an upright growing clump-forming plant with small, slightly twisted leaves on long petioles. The leaves feature a 'stitched' darker green edge, adding a unique texture to shaded garden areas. This hosta produces light lavender flowers on 30-inch tall scapes in midsummer, providing a subtle yet elegant display. Its compact size and distinctive foliage make it a popular choice for shade gardens.
Hosta 'Bingo'
Hosta 'Bingo' forms 31-inch wide clumps of thick, corrugated blue-green foliage with a 1.5-inch wide band of gold border. It produces lavender flowers on 28-inch scapes in late spring, making it a striking addition to shade gardens.
Eucomis comosa 'Innocence'
Eucomis comosa 'Innocence' is a hybrid perennial developed for the cut flower market, featuring fleshy green basal leaves and a 20-inch tall flower spike. It blooms in midsummer with light pink flowers, making it a striking addition to gardens. This plant thrives in sunny locations and is suitable for xeriscaping.
Hosta 'Age Of Gold'
Hosta 'Age Of Gold' is a giant clump-forming plant with large, round, corrugated leaves. It grows 2 feet tall and 5 feet wide, producing white flowers on 4-foot tall stalks in midsummer, making it a standout in shaded garden areas.
Agave titanota 'X Rays'
Agave titanota 'X Rays' is a striking succulent forming a 1-foot tall by 3-foot wide rosette. Its thick blue-grey leaves are accented by a wide central band of muted creamy white. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens.
Dracaena hanningtonii
Known as Samurai dwarf or sword sansevieria, this short perennial succulent has an alternating pattern of leaf growth that creates a spiral appearance when viewed from above. It is one of about 70 Sansevieria species and is known for its unique growth pattern.
Eucomis 'Mini Tuft Cherry Blossom'
Eucomis 'Mini Tuft Cherry Blossom' is a compact, fast-growing plant with shiny green, heavily ruffled leaves. It produces 10-inch tall stalks of pure white flowers in late June.
Hosta 'Crusader'
Hosta 'Crusader' is a hybrid plant resulting from a cross with H. 'Halcyon' and H. 'Resonance'. It features heavily corrugated, roundish, dark green leaves with a white margin. In midsummer, it produces pale lavender flowers on 30-inch scapes, making it a striking addition to shaded gardens.
Ruscus aculeatus 'Wheelers'
Ruscus aculeatus 'Wheelers', a relative of the Eurasian poet's laurel, is known for its spiny, dark evergreen foliage and bright red berries in early fall and winter. This self-fruiting plant can grow up to 54 inches tall and serves as an edible asparagus substitute. Its root extract is used to treat varicose veins and hemorrhoids, adding medicinal value to its ornamental appeal.
Hosta 'Unruly Child'
Hosta 'Unruly Child' is a compact perennial with glossy green leaves that are wavy, ruffled, and twisted. It forms a 1-foot tall clump and produces 28-inch tall spikes of lavender flowers, making it a charming addition to shaded garden areas.
Aspidistra retusa 'Nanjing Green'
Aspidistra retusa 'Nanjing Green' is a hardy perennial known for its resilience in cold temperatures down to 6°F. This plant forms clumps of medium green leaves with striking raised veins and small chartreuse spots. It thrives in shaded areas and is low maintenance, making it an excellent choice for both indoor and outdoor settings. The leaves can last up to three years, and the plant is adaptable to various soil conditions, provided there is good drainage. Its bold texture and upright form add visual interest, while its flowers, which appear at the base of the foliage, often bloom in winter. This plant is also durable in less-than-ideal conditions, making it a superb houseplant option.
Hosta 'Golden Waffles'
Hosta 'Golden Waffles' is a clumping perennial known for its brilliant golden leaves and intensely corrugated texture. It forms a 4-foot wide clump and produces 22-inch scapes of pure white flowers in early summer. This hosta is ideal for shaded garden areas, providing vibrant color and texture.
Hosta ventricosa 'Aureomaculata'
Hosta ventricosa 'Aureomaculata' features foliage with a gold, chartreuse, and green pattern in spring, turning solid green in hot weather. It forms 2-foot wide clumps and produces 26-inch scapes of dark lavender and white striped flowers in midsummer. This plant is ideal for shaded gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding a touch of color and texture to garden spaces.
Liriope muscari 'Monroe White'
'Monroe White' is a clumping variety of monkey grass introduced in 1957, known for its wide, dark green foliage and pure white flowers that bloom in mid-August. This evergreen perennial forms 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide clumps, making it a handsome presence in shade gardens. It thrives in average soil with good moisture and drainage, preferring shade over direct afternoon sun. The plant's clumps do not require division, and its late summer blooms add a touch of freshness to the garden.
Hosta 'Blue Sliver'
Hosta 'Blue Sliver' is a small perennial known for its narrow, wedge-shaped, powder blue leaves that form 15-inch wide clumps. In late spring, it produces 1-foot tall spikes of lavender flowers, adding a touch of color to shaded areas. This hosta thrives in light shade and is ideal for use in rock gardens, fairy gardens, or as groundcover. Its unique foliage and low-maintenance nature make it a favorite among gardeners.
Agave parryi 'J C Raulston'
Agave parryi 'J C Raulston' is a striking plant with large symmetrical rosettes and a 15-foot tall flowering spike. It is well-adapted to wet, humid winters and attracts hummingbirds with its yellow flowers. This agave is slow to offset and thrives in sunny locations.
Asparagus officinalis 'Mary Washington'
Asparagus officinalis 'Mary Washington' is an heirloom variety known for its thick stalks and heavy yield. This semi-hardy perennial has a buttery and robust flavor and features fern-like foliage. It can produce for up to thirty years, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. This low-maintenance plant is disease resistant and cold and heat-tolerant.
Disporopsis bakerorum 'Bill Baker'
Disporopsis bakerorum 'Bill Baker' is a newly recognized species forming a 20-inch tall patch with glossy evergreen leaves. It produces small star-shaped white flowers in mid-April and resembles Disporopsis pernyi. This plant is drought-tolerant and has been selected for the Great Plant Picks program for the Pacific Northwest.
Hosta 'Fragrant Queen'
Hosta 'Fragrant Queen' is a striking perennial with glossy, dark green leaves bordered by a wide creamy edge. This plant forms clumps about 16 inches tall and 2 feet wide, making it an excellent groundcover. In midsummer, it produces light lavender flowers that are not only beautiful but also fragrant, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for cottage gardens and dry shade areas. The plant's variegated foliage adds a touch of elegance to any garden setting. It is also salt-tolerant, making it a versatile choice for various landscapes.
Aloe 'Morning Dew'
Aloe 'Morning Dew' is a versatile succulent from the Asphodelaceae family, native to regions like Madagascar and Southern Africa. It features long leaves and thrives in both outdoor and indoor environments, making it a popular choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Muscari 'Mountain Lady'
Muscari 'Mountain Lady' is a charming plant with unique two-toned florets that bloom in mid-spring. Originating from Spain, it is highly adaptable and thrives in sun or partial sun, quickly naturalizing in various soil types. Its sweet spring scent and clusters of bubbly flowers attract pollinators.
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.
Hosta 'Brendas Beauty'
Hosta 'Brendas Beauty' is a perennial with heavily veined, dark green leaves and a unique butterscotch center variegation. It forms clumps about 2 feet wide and produces medium lavender flowers on 2-foot stalks. This plant is ideal for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in part sun to light shade environments.
Hosta 'King Tut'
Hosta 'King Tut' is a hybrid plant with bright gold, heavily textured, wide leaves forming a 2-foot wide clump. It produces near white flowers in early summer on 3-foot tall scapes. This plant is a striking choice for adding color and texture to shaded garden areas, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Tuff Tuft Silver'
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Tuff Tuft Silver' is a clump-forming mondo grass discovered in Sichuan, China. It forms 8-inch tall by 15-inch wide evergreen clumps and produces short pendent spikes of silvery white flowers in early June. This plant is suitable for ground cover in shaded garden areas, providing year-round interest with its dense foliage and seasonal blooms.