Plants in family asparagaceae
Disporopsis pernyi
Disporopsis pernyi, also known as Evergreen Solomon's Seal, is a robust plant native to the rocky mountains of southern China. It forms a 4-foot wide patch of 1-foot tall stalks with thick, round evergreen leaves. In mid-spring, it produces small, fragrant white flowers, followed by fleshy dark purple fruit. This plant thrives in woodland conditions and is an excellent groundcover with its glossy dark-green leaves and arched stems. It is drought-tolerant and performs well in both sun and shade.
Agave victoriae-reginae
Agave victoriae-reginae, native to Mexico, is a slow-growing succulent known for its tight rosettes and thick, dark green leaves with dramatic white bands. It is drought-tolerant and requires full sun and well-draining soil. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 9-12 and blooms after 40 years, after which it dies.
Eucomis montana
Eucomis montana is a unique perennial from the Drakensberg Mountains in South Africa, known for its dense spike of greenish flowers topped with green bracts. This plant features a basal rosette of strap-shaped leaves with purple spots and can grow up to 15 inches tall. It thrives in grasslands on rocky hillsides and is rare in cultivation, potentially offering frost-hardiness. The flowers are pure white with a brown or black central ovary, making it a striking addition to any garden. Eucomis montana is a tetraploid species, meaning it has four sets of chromosomes, and it was first described in 1967. It contains homoisoflavanone in its bulbs, a compound of interest for its potential medicinal properties. This plant is threatened in its native habitat, making conservation efforts important for its survival. It is suitable for gardens that mimic its natural environment, such as rock gardens or dry shade areas.
Hosta minor
Hosta minor is a small hosta collected during a 1997 Korean expedition. It forms 15-inch wide clumps with pointed, long green leaves and produces 30-inch tall scapes of dark lavender flowers in early June. This hosta is well-suited for dry, rocky hillsides in deep shade.
Sansevieria 'Kirkii Coppertone'
Sansevieria 'Kirkii Coppertone' is an easy-care houseplant with tall, sharply-pointed, sword-shaped leaves. It is highly adaptable and tolerant of low-light conditions, making it a popular choice for indoor environments.
Sansevieria 'Black Gold Hahnii'
Sansevieria 'Black Gold Hahnii' is an easy-care houseplant with tall, sharply-pointed, sword-shaped leaves. It is tolerant of low light levels and is known for its adaptability, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Sansevieria 'Moonshine'
Native to West Africa, this plant has silvery-green leaves with bold green edges that grow in a rosette pattern. It can grow up to 4 feet tall in its natural habitat and 2 feet indoors, blooming in spring and summer with fragrant green and white flowers. The plant is drought-tolerant, prefers moderate watering, and thrives in bright, indirect light. It is low-maintenance and suitable for USDA zones 10-11.
Eucomis humilis
Eucomis humilis, a species of pineapple lily, is native to the Drakensberg mountains of South Africa. It is known for its wide leaves with red-purple patterning at the base and white flowers on 18-inch tall scapes in August. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in damp habitats and can be grown outside in mild frost conditions. Eucomis humilis is a short summer-growing bulbous plant, making it a unique addition to rock gardens and water-fed grasslands.
Dracaena 'Red Margined'
Dracaena 'Red Margined' is an evergreen tree known for its air-purifying qualities and easy care. It features stiff, ribbon-like green leaves with red margins and slim, curving stalks. This plant thrives in low light conditions, making it a popular choice for indoor environments.
Sansevieria robusta
Sansevieria robusta is a low-light tolerant houseplant with tall, sharply-pointed, sword-shaped leaves. It is easily adaptable and requires minimal care, making it a popular choice for indoor spaces.
Ruscus aculeatus
Ruscus aculeatus, also known as butcher's broom, is a rare evergreen shrub with narrow, sharp foliage. It grows up to three feet tall and four feet wide, thriving in dry shade. This plant is deer-resistant and requires a male or bisexual companion to produce red berries.
Aspidistra fungilliformis 'China Star'
Aspidistra fungilliformis 'China Star' is a low-light house plant introduced by Plant Delights/JLBG in 1999. It features medium green leaves speckled with tiny yellow freckles and white ground-hugging flowers in January. This durable plant grows well in both moist and dry soils with good drainage, making it a versatile choice for indoor and outdoor settings.
Rohdea japonica 'Chirimen Boshi'
Rohdea japonica 'Chirimen Boshi' is an evergreen sacred lily with distinctive V-shaped leaves and a narrow creamy white edge. It grows to 12 inches tall and spreads 20 inches wide, producing red berries in fall. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in shaded areas.
Agave americana 'Mediopicta Aurea'
Agave americana 'Mediopicta Aurea' is a smaller form of the giant Agave americana, known for its bright yellow leaves with blue edges. This succulent grows up to 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide in containers, making it suitable for limited spaces. It requires full sun and well-drained conditions, thriving in dry environments. Its striking foliage and compact size make it a popular choice for xeriscaping and container gardens.
Agave geminiflora 'Leaping Lizards'
Agave geminiflora 'Leaping Lizards' is a variegated mutation with narrow, flexible green leaves bordered in creamy yellow. It forms a 20-inch tall by 3-foot wide rosette and prefers more water during the growing season, making it a striking addition to xeriscapes.
Agave palmeri 'Ruby Az'
Agave palmeri 'Ruby Az' is a succulent originating from Ruby, Arizona, forming a 2-foot tall and wide solitary green rosette. It is notable for its set of teeth and is well-suited for xeriscaping and sunny locations.
Agave multifilifera 'Basaseachic Falls'
Agave multifilifera 'Basaseachic Falls' is a strain from Copper Canyon, Mexico, occurring at 800 feet elevation near Basaseachic Falls. It forms an 18-inch tall by 2-foot wide solitary clump of dark green pointed leaves with white stripes and hairs. This agave is known for its variable size and leaf banding, making it a distinctive addition to gardens.
Hosta 'Ellerbroek'
Hosta 'Ellerbroek' is a perennial plant known for its striking dark green leaves with a wide golden edge. It produces tall spikes of light lavender flowers in mid-summer, adding a touch of elegance to shaded gardens. This hosta is an improved form of H. 'Fortunei Aureomarginata' and is appreciated for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for use as a groundcover in cottage gardens. The plant is also tolerant of dry and wet shade conditions, making it versatile for various garden settings.
Hosta 'Dance With Me'
Hosta 'Dance With Me' is a sport of H. 'Summer Music', featuring golden heart-shaped leaves with a dark green border. It forms a 2-foot wide clump and produces 2-foot tall spikes of light lavender flowers in late summer. This hosta is appreciated for its unique foliage and ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Hosta 'Dust Devil'
Hosta 'Dust Devil' is a striking plant with wide, pointed dark green leaves edged in creamy white. It forms large clumps up to 4 feet wide and produces 3-foot tall scapes of medium lavender flowers. This hosta is well-suited for shaded areas and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Scilla forbesii
Scilla forbesii, also known as glory-of-the-snow, is a bulbous plant with cornflower blue, star-shaped flowers that bloom in early spring, even through snow. It is deer-resistant and naturalizes easily, thriving in full sun or partial shade. Planting in groups enhances its visual impact in gardens.
Hosta 'Phantom'
Hosta 'Phantom' is a seedling of H. 'Riptide', known for its thick, heavily rippled green leaves with a greyish cast. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces 30-inch tall scapes of light lavender flowers. This hosta thrives in shaded garden areas and is ideal for cottage gardens and rain gardens. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding life and color to garden spaces.
Hosta 'Spotlight'
Hosta 'Spotlight' is a giant perennial forming a 4-foot wide clump of shiny golden foliage. It features semi-upright growth and produces 38-inch tall scapes of light lavender flowers in midsummer. This plant is ideal for shaded gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Agave striata
Agave striata, native to Northeastern Mexico, is a century plant known for its rosettes of thin, narrow leaves and tall flower spikes. The plant's leaves are stiff and sharp, forming a dense cluster that can survive temperatures as low as 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Its flowers attract hummingbirds, and the plant is well-suited for xeriscaping due to its drought tolerance.
Erythronium 'Pagoda'
Erythronium 'Pagoda' is a hybrid plant that emerges in mid-March with glossy green leaves and flower spikes reaching 8 inches tall. It features large yellow flowers and goes dormant by late May. This plant prefers rich, slightly moist soils and adds a burst of color to spring gardens.
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gipsy Queen'
Hyacinthus orientalis 'Gipsy Queen' is a spring bulb known for its tall spire of curly, bell-shaped peach blooms that are highly scented. It features a rosette of strappy green leaves and thrives in full sun to part shade with moderate moisture. This perennial can be forced indoors or planted in outdoor containers.
Agave de-meesteriana 'Variegata'
Agave de-meesteriana 'Variegata' is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant known for its variegated leaves. It requires ample light, preferably from a south-facing position, and thrives in porous, well-draining soil. This plant needs little watering and benefits from periods of drought between waterings, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping.
Yucca filamentosa 'Bright Edge'
Yucca filamentosa 'Bright Edge' is a clump-forming perennial with dark-green leaves edged in golden yellow and creamy white flowers. It is extremely hardy, drought-tolerant, and attracts butterflies.
Hosta 'Paradigm'
Hosta 'Paradigm' is a fast-growing perennial with glossy, bright gold leaves bordered by dark blue-green. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces light lavender flowers in early summer, attracting hummingbirds. This hosta thrives in shaded areas and is known for its striking foliage.
Hosta 'Mishima Fukurin'
Hosta 'Mishima Fukurin' is a Japanese hybrid resembling a dwarf Hosta 'Regal Splendor'. It features upright petioles with outfacing green leaves edged in yellow. This plant forms clumps about one foot tall and two feet wide, topped with dark purple flowers in midsummer.