Plants in family ericaceae
Rhododendron 'Purpureum Elegans'
Rhododendron 'Purpureum Elegans' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with opulent purple blooms and mildly fragrant flowers. It is cold-hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8 and grows 5-6 feet in height and width. This shrub prefers partial shade and rich, acidic, well-drained soil, and it is tolerant of urban pollution.
Rhododendron 'Cherries And Merlot'
Rhododendron 'Cherries And Merlot' is a compact broad-leaf evergreen with cherry red flowers and bicolored foliage with a Merlot-colored underside. It grows 3-4 feet tall and wide, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Rhododendron 'Mandarin Lights'
Rhododendron 'Mandarin Lights' is a deciduous azalea with bright mandarin-orange flowers and lightly scented blooms. It attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds and features shiny oval foliage that turns bronze-red to yellow in fall. This plant is cold-hardy and prefers filtered sunlight or part shade.
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts'
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts' is a broadleaf evergreen known for its pink and white flowers and red berries in the fall. This low-growing plant spreads 8 to 10 feet and is drought-tolerant, making it ideal for xeriscaping. It thrives in full sun and is resistant to salt, deer, and rabbits. Its reddish-gold fall tint adds seasonal interest, and it is well-suited for cold climates, hardy in USDA zones 2 to 6.
Rhododendron 'Candy Cane'
Rhododendron 'Candy Cane' is distinguished by its ruffled, trumpet-shaped reddish-pink and white blossoms. It features teardrop-shaped glossy foliage and a unique twisted stem, creating a tree-like form. This plant prefers bright, indirect sunlight and consistent moisture, making it a low-maintenance choice for houseplants or patio displays.
Arctostaphylos viscida
Arctostaphylos viscida, native from Southern California to Oregon, is a striking evergreen with pendulous white flowers and red twigs. It grows 15-20 feet tall and 8-10 feet wide, thriving in heat and sun. This deer and rabbit-resistant plant is drought-tolerant once established and can handle clay and poor soil.
Erica carnea 'Mediterranean Pink'
Erica carnea 'Mediterranean Pink' is an evergreen shrub with lavender pink flowers in winter. It attracts early season pollinators and is suitable for rock gardens.
Ceratostema glans
Ceratostema glans is a rare species in the Ericaceae family, found in the cloud forests of the Andes in Colombia and Ecuador. It features tubular flowers that range in color from vivid red to deep blue and can grow as an epiphyte or terrestrial shrub. This plant is of conservation concern due to habitat loss and thrives in high-altitude environments between 2,000 to 3,500 meters.
Rhododendron 'Orchid Lights'
Rhododendron 'Orchid Lights' is a dwarf mounded shrub that features large clusters of orchid-purple flowers, each up to 1.5 inches across. This deciduous plant grows to a height and width of 2-3 feet and displays bronzy-purple foliage in the fall. Part of the Northern LightsTM Series, it is cold hardy to zone 4 and attracts butterflies and pollinators. 'Orchid Lights' prefers acidic, well-drained soil and partial shade, making it an excellent choice for adding color to shaded garden areas.
Rhododendron 'Lee's Dark Purple'
Rhododendron 'Lee's Dark Purple' is an evergreen shrub that blooms in early spring with dark purple flowers. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies and grows 5-6 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide. This plant requires acidic, well-drained soil and tolerates coastal exposures, making it a hardy choice for zones 5 to 9.
Rhododendron 'Pink And Sweet'
Rhododendron 'Pink And Sweet' is a late-blooming azalea with purplish-pink flowers and a spicy-sweet fragrance. This shrub attracts pollinators and hummingbirds and is cold-hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8. It grows 3-5 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide, with deep green foliage that turns red in the fall. The plant requires well-drained, acidic soil and should be pruned after flowering to maintain its shape.
Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Girard's Rainbow'
Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Girard's Rainbow' is a compact broadleaved evergreen known for its variegated foliage with green, cream, and pink highlights. This plant produces fragrant, white, bell-shaped flowers on long racemes in spring. It performs well in partial to full shade and is deer resistant, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden.
Rhododendron 'Polarnacht'
Rhododendron 'Polarnacht' is a compact, spreading shrub with deep purple blooms and a scarlet red blotch. It grows 2-3 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide, preferring partial shade and moist, fast-draining, acidic soil. This low-maintenance plant is hardy in zones 6 to 8.
Rhododendron 'Roseum Pink'
Rhododendron 'Roseum Pink' is a broad-leaved evergreen that produces rosy-pink flowers in May, attracting pollinators and hummingbirds. Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, it grows 5-6 feet tall and wide, thriving in acidic, well-drained soil with partial shade.
Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet'
Arctostaphylos 'Emerald Carpet' is a low-growing groundcover with broadleaf evergreen foliage and snowy-white, bell-shaped flowers. It is heat-loving, drought-tolerant, and provides shelter for birds and wildlife.
Rhododendron indicum 'Mrs Gg Gerbing'
Rhododendron indicum 'Mrs Gg Gerbing' is an evergreen shrub known for its pure white blooms and large, upright shape. It is heat and humidity-tolerant, thriving in partial shade and slightly acidic, well-drained soil, and can grow up to 8 feet tall.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jersey'
The Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jersey' is a fruiting and flowering ornamental shrub known for its dark-blue clusters of large, sweet berries that ripen in August. It features delicate white blossoms in spring and waxy, dark green foliage that turns a spicy red in autumn. This shrub is cold tolerant and thrives in full sun, requiring acidic soil with a pH of 4.5 to 5.5. It is self-pollinating and attracts pollinators, making it a beneficial addition to gardens. The berries are crack-resistant and packed with antioxidants and vitamins, offering both aesthetic and nutritional value.
Ceratostema lanigerum
Ceratostema lanigerum is a rare shrub from the cloud forests of the Andes, known for its tubular flowers that range from red to blue. It can grow as an epiphyte or terrestrial plant in high-altitude environments. Due to habitat loss, it is a species of conservation concern. Its unique floral display and adaptability to different growing conditions make it a fascinating plant for enthusiasts.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Southmoon'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Southmoon' is a Southern Highbush blueberry known for its plump, dark-blue berries that are high in vitamins and antioxidants. This mid-season variety has a low chill requirement and tolerates light frost, making it suitable for warmer climates.
Rhododendron 'Golden Lights'
Rhododendron 'Golden Lights' is a deciduous azalea with rich, fragrant golden-yellow flowers in spring and showy bronze-red fall foliage. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, blooms later than most azaleas, and is cold-hardy from zones 3 to 7.
Rhododendron 'Klondyke'
Rhododendron 'Klondyke' is a deciduous shrub with golden-yellow blooms and a softly scented fragrance. It grows 6-8 feet tall with a 6-foot spread, attracting butterflies and pollinators. The plant prefers acidic, well-drained soil and partial shade.