Plants in family rubiaceae
Gardenia jasminoides 'Kleim's Hardy'
A dwarf-sized evergreen shrub, this plant has creamy white flowers with a heavenly scent and glossy dark green leaves year-round. It blooms in late spring to early summer and is hardy in USDA Zones 7-10.
Manettia cordifolia
Manettia cordifolia is a warm-climate vine known for its twining growth and tiny leaves. It blooms from mid-summer to fall with red-orange flowers that resemble miniature firecrackers, attracting hummingbirds. This vine grows at a moderate rate and is suitable for sunny locations, adding vibrant color and wildlife interest to gardens.
Gardenia 'Bush'
Gardenia 'Bush' is an evergreen shrub known for its beautiful foliage and intoxicating fragrance, featuring large, double white blooms. It requires partial sunlight, well-drained acidic soil, and consistent moisture, with pruning after flowering.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Fool Proof'
Gardenia jasminoides 'Fool Proof' is a gardenia variety with double, pure white, fragrant blooms that rebloom through fall. It grows to a mature size of 3 to 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide, with slender, glossy green leaves. This shrub tolerates shade and is hardy in USDA zones 7-10, preferring moist, well-draining, acidic soil. Its improved resistance to pests and diseases makes it a reliable choice for gardeners.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans'
This low-growing dense shrub has very fragrant white blooms and dark green glossy foliage. It is a spreading evergreen shrub that grows 2-3 feet tall and wide, is heat and drought-tolerant, and is resistant to pests and disease.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Diamond Spire'
This columnar plant has coin-shaped glossy green leaves and single daisy gardenia flowers that rebloom from spring through summer. It is hardy in USDA Zones 7-10 and prefers slightly acidic soil with good drainage.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Buttons'
This plant grows to about 2 to 3 feet in height and width and prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight. It thrives in well-draining, loamy soil with regular watering, especially during dry spells.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Jubilation'
This evergreen shrub has fragrant white double blooms that appear in late spring, summer, and fall. It grows to 3-4 feet tall and wide, is easy to maintain, and is hardy in USDA Zones 7-10.
Hamelia patens
Hamelia patens is a vibrant and hardy shrub with lush, dark green leaves and bright red-orange tubular flowers. It blooms from early summer to late fall, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil, making it ideal for borders, mixed garden beds, or as a standalone specimen.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Leesix'
Gardenia jasminoides 'Leesix' is a compact shrub known for its fragrant creamy white blooms that appear from mid-spring to autumn. It features glossy emerald green foliage and grows to about 2-3 feet tall and wide. This gardenia thrives in slightly acidic soil with good drainage and prefers full sun to part shade. Hardy in USDA Zones 7-10, it requires annual fertilization in spring for optimal growth. Its delightful fragrance and evergreen nature make it a popular choice for gardens and landscapes.
Houstonia procumbens
Houstonia procumbens is a native groundcover from the southeastern US, growing just 1 inch tall. It thrives in moist, sandy open pinelands and sunny roadside banks, producing small white flowers from fall through winter. This perennial is part of the Rubiaceae family.
Hoffmannia roezlii
Hoffmannia roezlii is a compact plant native to Mexico, requiring high humidity and careful pruning to maintain its shape. It is challenging to root without aerial roots, making propagation a bit tricky. This plant is suitable for those who can provide the necessary humidity and are looking for a unique addition to their collection.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Frost Proof'
Gardenia jasminoides 'Frost Proof' is a compact shrub known for its delicate white flowers and fragrant blooms. It thrives in well-draining soil and partial shade, requiring regular watering and fertilization during the growing season. Pruning helps maintain its shape and encourages healthy growth.
Bigelowia nuttallii
Bigelowia nuttallii is a North American native perennial that forms tiny tufts of fine green foliage and bright yellow flowers. It blooms from September through fall and grows in wet acidic savannahs and dry sandy sites. This sub-shrub can reach up to 70 cm tall and forms clumps with a rosette of leaves near the ground, making it suitable for sandy soil environments.
Palicourea tomentosa
Palicourea tomentosa is a tropical plant native to the rainforests of Central and South America, belonging to the Rubiaceae family. It is distinguished by its unique red and black fruits that resemble cherries and emit a chocolate aroma, making them a potential ingredient for chocolate-flavored beverages. This plant serves as a food source for wildlife in its natural habitat.
Pentas lanceolata
Pentas lanceolata, also known as Petiopenta, is a winter-dormant climbing plant native to East Africa and Yemen. It features shiny leaves and star-shaped flowers that bloom in early summer, with colors ranging from red and pink to white and lilac. This fast-growing plant can reach up to 6 feet tall and thrives in well-drained soil with frequent watering during the summer. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is hardy in zones 9b to 11, but cannot tolerate temperatures below 39.2°F. The plant is known for its tuberous rootstock and is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Its leaves and stems are covered with fine hairs, adding to its unique appearance.
Coffea arabica
Coffea arabica is a flowering plant known for being the first species of coffee to be cultivated, making up about 60% of global coffee production. It is native to the highlands of southwestern Ethiopia and Yemen, thriving in light shade at altitudes between 4,265 and 4,921 feet. The plant features glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, fragrant white flowers. Its berries, which mature from green to deep red, contain the seeds used for coffee. Coffea arabica is vulnerable to climate change and deforestation, and it is considered endangered. It can grow up to 12 meters tall in the wild but is often kept smaller when cultivated indoors. The plant is toxic to humans and pets, except for its fruit and seeds, and prefers temperatures between 64-70°F.
Hydnophytum formicarum
Hydnophytum formicarum is an epiphyte native to Southeast Asia, known for its symbiotic relationship with ants. The plant's caudex provides shelter for ants, which in turn supply nutrients through defecation. It features dark leaves, bright orange berries, and thrives in open-canopied areas and rainforests.
Mitchella repens
Mitchella repens, commonly known as partridgeberry, is a creeping, evergreen shrub with dark green, shiny leaves and small white flowers that turn into bright red berries. Native to North America, it thrives in shaded areas with dry or moist soil, making it an excellent groundcover for woodland gardens. The berries, while edible, are tasteless and have been used traditionally for medicinal purposes. This plant is ideal for underplanting with hostas and ferns, adding a touch of natural beauty to shaded garden areas.
Gardenia jasminoides 'August Beauty'
An evergreen shrub from China, this prolific bloomer has creamy white flowers that attract butterflies and bloom all summer. It grows 4 to 6 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide, is deer-resistant, and prefers full sun to partial shade.
Hoffmannia bullata
Hoffmannia bullata is a tropical plant native to Central America, known for its compact growth and high humidity requirements. It is challenging to root but offers unique foliage for indoor collections.
Hamelia patens 'Grelmsiz'
Hamelia patens 'Grelmsiz' is a perennial shrub known for its striking yellow and green variegated foliage and clusters of vibrant red-orange blooms. Flowering from late spring into fall, it attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. This compact plant thrives in full sun and is versatile for use as an accent, hedge, or in mixed container gardens.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Hardy Daisy'
An evergreen shrub with a mounding growth habit, this plant has dark green foliage with greenish-blue hues and fragrant white blooms. It is cold hardy in USDA Zones 7-10.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Crown Jewel'
Gardenia jasminoides 'Crown Jewel' is a dwarf, broadleaf evergreen known for its fragrant, double white flowers that bloom in early summer and may repeat throughout the year. The plant features dark green, glossy foliage and a spreading form, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings. Its jasmine-like scent and compact size make it a popular choice for containers and small gardens.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Frostproof'
Gardenia jasminoides 'Frostproof' is an evergreen shrub known for its fragrant white flowers that bloom from mid-spring to fall. This plant is cold-hardy and low-maintenance, featuring dark-green, glossy foliage and an upright, dense growth habit. It is deer resistant and thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining, acidic soil. With a mature height of 4-5 feet and a width of 3-4 feet, 'Frostproof' is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a reliable and aromatic addition to their landscape. Its resilience and beauty make it a popular choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Galium odoratum
Galium odoratum, also known as sweet woodruff, is a ground cover plant with delicate white flowers and fragrant foliage. It thrives in shady areas and is known for its rapid spreading habit. This plant is ideal for creating a lush, green carpet in woodland gardens or shaded borders.
Leptodermis oblonga 'Baby Lilac'
Leptodermis oblonga 'Baby Lilac' is a shrub native to western China, known for its clusters of light lavender flowers that attract butterflies. It grows up to 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide, with upright woody stems and small leaves. This plant blooms continuously from mid-May through September and thrives in sunny to partially shaded areas.
Coprosma 'Marble Queen'
Coprosma 'Marble Queen' is an evergreen shrub with striking white and green variegated leaves, known for its dramatic foliage color. This dwarf cultivar has a pyramidal shape and is easy to care for, making it a popular choice for gardens. It thrives in zones 10-11 and prefers high light conditions.
Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Magical Moonlight'
Cephalanthus occidentalis 'Magical Moonlight' is a dwarf hybrid of the native Buttonbush, known for its fragrant, tubular flowers that attract pollinators. This compact shrub has glossy, thick leaves and produces seeds that birds enjoy. It thrives in wet environments and can grow in full sun, partial shade, or shade. Its rounded form makes it a versatile addition to gardens, especially those designed to support wildlife.