Plants in family ericaceae
Vaccinium ashei 'Tifblue'
Vaccinium ashei 'Tifblue' is a prolific fruit-producing blueberry variety from the rabbit-eye family, known for its heat tolerance and large, dark blue berries. It blooms with white and pink bell-shaped flowers in early spring and requires cross-pollination for optimal fruit production.
Rhododendron 'Formosa'
This evergreen shrub is known for its rich, red-pink blossoms with darker blotches, blooming from early spring to midseason and again in early fall. It is a fast-growing, spreading type plant that can be planted in dappled shade. The plant is hardy and provides vibrant color in the garden.
Rhododendron 'Southgate Splendor'
Rhododendron 'Southgate Splendor' is an evergreen shrub with medium pink buds that open to soft-pink blooms. It has dark green, elongated, oval-shaped leaves and grows to a compact size of 4-5 feet tall and wide. This heat-tolerant plant thrives in part shade to shade and prefers slightly acidic soil with good drainage.
Rhododendron formosum
Rhododendron formosum is an evergreen shrub with rich lavender-pink blossoms and darker blotches. It blooms from early spring to midseason and sometimes again in early fall. This fast-growing plant is suitable for dappled shade and is known for its fragrant flowers.
Rhododendron 'Conlef'
This true dwarf variety produces bright, rich-pink blooms in spring, summer, and fall, with clusters containing 4-6 flowers. It has glossy, rich evergreen foliage with winter bronzing and grows to 3 feet tall and 3.5 feet wide. It is popular with hummingbirds and butterflies and is hardy from USDA zones 6a-10b.
Rhododendron 'Gumpo White'
This dwarf variety produces large white blooms in late spring and has evergreen foliage. It is cold hardy and ideal for cottage gardens, woodland settings, and spring flower gardens. The plant is low-growing, suitable as ground cover, and helps prevent soil erosion and weed growth. It thrives in partial shade and well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
Rhododendron 'Robled'
Rhododendron 'Robled' is an intermediate-sized shrub with large, dark pink blooms and a dense growth habit. It blooms in spring, summer, and fall, and is cold hardy to USDA zone 6b. This plant tolerates full sun better than traditional azaleas and requires slightly acidic, well-drained soil.
Rhododendron 'Southgate Radiance'
This plant features intense lavender-pink buds that open to snowy white and magenta blooms. It has dark green, elongated, oval-shaped leaves and a slow growth rate, reaching a mature height of 4-5 feet. The plant is hardy from USDA zones 6-9 and is more heat tolerant than traditional Rhododendrons. It performs best in part sun to shade and requires slightly acidic soil with good drainage.
Rhododendron 'Conled'
Rhododendron 'Conled' is a dwarf azalea that produces pink blooms with dark pink flecks throughout spring, summer, and fall. This compact, low-maintenance shrub grows well in large pots and requires slightly acidic, well-drained soil. For optimal bloom performance, it should be planted in full to part sun. Its ability to thrive in containers makes it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Rhododendron 'Roblen'
This plant produces white double blooms in spring, summer, and fall and is cold hardy to USDA zone 7. It tolerates full sun better than traditional azaleas and performs best in slightly acidic, well-drained soil.
Rhododendron 'George Taber'
This larger azalea variety produces clusters of showy, profuse pink blooms in early spring. It is an evergreen shrub with deep green leaves, making it great for hedges, screens, or mass plantings. The plant is named after George L Taber and retains its leaves throughout winter.
Rhododendron 'Southgate Breeze'
Rhododendron 'Southgate Breeze' is an evergreen shrub known for its blush pink buds and powder-white blossoms with berry red blotches. It grows slowly to a mature size of 4-5 feet in height and width and is more heat tolerant than traditional rhododendrons. This plant prefers part sun to shade and slightly acidic soil with good drainage, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Duke'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Duke' is a self-pollinating blueberry bush known for its high yields of large berries. It has low chilling requirements and is tolerant of drought and root rot. The plant is resistant to several diseases, including powdery mildew and fruit rot. It features semi-evergreen foliage with glossy, dark green leaves and small pink flowers in late spring. Minimal pruning is required, and it grows well in various soil types, making it a versatile choice for home gardens.
Rhododendron 'Hino Crimson'
This short shrub features fiery red flowers that appear in mid-spring and last until summer. Its foliage stays green in summer and turns bronze and red in fall. The plant grows best in partial shade and prefers moist, humus-rich acidic soil that drains well. It grows 2-3 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide and makes a great container plant.
Pieris japonica 'Mountain Snow'
More heat tolerant than standard Pieris japonica, this plant features new bronze-colored foliage that matures to dark emerald green. It has bell-shaped white blooms and pendant panicles of petite buds that appear in summer, with blooms opening in early spring. It thrives in partial shade with either morning or afternoon sun.
Vaccinium ashei 'Bless Your Heart'
Vaccinium ashei 'Bless Your Heart' is a blueberry bush that produces medium-sized, firm blueberries. This early-blooming variety requires 450-500 chill hours and ripens in late May to early June. It has a controlled, upright growth habit, reaching 4-5 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide.
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Vaccinium macrocarpon, commonly known as cranberry, is a vining bog plant with bright red edible berries in fall. It has elliptical leaves and small pink flowers, thriving in open, wet areas. This perennial is winter hardy and forms dense networks of intertwining vines.
Rhododendron 'Roblec'
Rhododendron 'Roblec' is a hybrid shrub known for its coral flowers with white accents, blooming in early spring and fall. It attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies and grows to a mature size of 3-4 feet tall and wide. This evergreen shrub prefers partial sun to shade and requires slightly acidic, well-draining soil.
Vaccinium ashei 'Takes The Cake'
Vaccinium ashei 'Takes The Cake' is a deciduous shrub producing flavorful, firm berries with a long shelf life. It blooms early in the season and requires moderate chill hours. The shrub grows 4 to 5 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide, thriving in full sun and rich, acidic soil.
Rhododendron 'Roblew'
This plant produces bright white blooms with occasional pink flecks or stripes and reblooms in spring, summer, and fall. It requires slightly acidic, well-drained garden soil and full to part sun for the best bloom performance. Apply slow-release granular fertilizer for optimal growth.
Rhododendron 'Roblev'
Rhododendron 'Roblev' is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with bright white blooms and glossy, pointed foliage. It reaches a mature size of 2.5 feet in height and 3 feet in width, thriving in USDA Zones 7-10. This plant requires acidic soil with good drainage and benefits from supplementary watering during drought.
Vaccinium ashei 'For Heaven's Sake'
Vaccinium ashei 'For Heaven's Sake' is a compact blueberry bush known for its late-season light-blue berries and small bell-shaped white flowers. This plant has a controlled upright growth habit and features bluish-green leaves that turn purple-red in the fall. It is heat-tolerant and disease-resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens in USDA zones 6-9. The bush requires full sun and slightly acidic, well-drained soil to thrive. Its moderate chilling requirement and early ripening make it a valuable addition to any fruit garden.
Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade'
Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade' is a semi-evergreen shrub that grows 4 to 5 feet tall and wide, producing late spring blooms and summer fruit. It is self-fertile but benefits from cross-pollination, thriving in full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Regular watering is essential during the first season.
Vaccinium ashei 'Powder Blue'
This plant produces delicious late-season berries and has attractive foliage with high levels of antioxidants. It requires 600 chill hours for ideal fruit set and grows best in full sun with even moisture, reaching 6-15 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide.
Vaccinium 'Becky Blue'
This variety of Rabbiteye blueberry grows 6-8 feet tall and produces white and pink blooms in early spring. It requires cross-pollination and grows best in acidic, organic-rich soil, with fruit ripening from mid-spring to early summer.
Ceratostema zamorana
This rare species has red or orange tubular flowers and is native to high-altitude cloud forests. It thrives in cool and humid environments.
Sphyrospermum buxifolium
Sphyrospermum buxifolium is a compact, bushy plant native to the Neotropical region, prized for its ornamental value. It features small, glossy leaves and vibrant pink to purple flowers. This plant is often grown for its attractive appearance and is suitable for adding a splash of color to gardens.
Vaccinium ashei 'Woodard'
Vaccinium ashei 'Woodard' is one of the oldest Rabbiteye blueberry varieties, requiring 350 chill hours. It produces medium to large dark blue blueberries rich in antioxidants, with white bell-shaped blooms in early spring. The plant is heat-tolerant and thrives in full sun with slightly acidic soil.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott' is a cold-hardy blueberry shrub that produces large, juicy berries with a deep red-blue hue. Ripening in mid-late summer, it thrives in well-drained, acidic soil and full sun. This disease-resistant plant is known for its sweet-tart balance and rich evergreen foliage during winter months. Pruning in winter before bud break ensures optimal harvest yield.