Plants in family asparagaceae
Rohdea japonica 'Kinshu No Matsu'
Rohdea japonica 'Kinshu No Matsu' is a Japanese native sacred lily known for its striking variegated foliage. It forms a compact clump about 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide, with long, arching green leaves irregularly streaked with creamy white. In early winter, it produces ornamental red fruit, adding a splash of color to shaded gardens. This evergreen perennial is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a resilient choice for dry, shaded areas. Its unique patterned foliage makes it a standout in rock gardens or as a filler in fairy gardens.
Hosta 'Eleanor Lachman'
Hosta 'Eleanor Lachman' is a slow-growing plant with creamy white leaves edged in dark green. It forms a semi-upright clump about 15 inches wide and produces 10-inch spikes of medium lavender flowers in late spring. It prefers morning sun and should be kept out of deep shade.
Hosta 'Fall Bouquet'
Hosta 'Fall Bouquet' is a small hosta with black-green foliage and dark purple-red petioles. It forms an 18-inch wide clump and produces lavender flowers on 16-inch tall red scapes in mid-October. This plant is ideal for shade gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. It is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9 and can thrive in both dry and wet shade conditions.
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 'Eternal Flame'
Hosta 'Eternal Flame' is a sport of Hosta 'Whirlwind', known for its quilted, black-green leaves with a central pattern of white. This plant forms a 2-foot wide clump and features 15-inch tall spikes of light lavender flowers in midsummer. It is not recommended for deep shade, making it ideal for part sun to light shade areas. The plant's unique foliage and ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds make it a popular choice for gardens seeking a touch of elegance and color.
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 'Lemon Twist'
Hosta 'Lemon Twist' is a bright golden hosta with long, pointed, twisty leaves featuring wavy margins. It forms a 4-foot wide clump and produces 40-inch scapes of light lavender flowers. This hosta is ideal for shaded or partially sunny gardens, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Its unique foliage and flower color make it a standout in any garden setting.