Plants in family solanaceae
Calibrachoa 'Apricot Punch'
Calibrachoa 'Apricot Punch' is a vibrant plant producing abundant, small petunia-like flowers in vivid red-orange hues. It blooms from spring until the first frost and requires full sun. This self-cleaning plant is more heat-resistant than most Calibrachoas and attracts hummingbirds, making it a lively addition to gardens in zones 9-11.
Juanulloa mexicana
Juanulloa mexicana is a fast-growing shrub or woody vine with leathery green leaves and vibrant orange tubular flowers. It grows 4 to 6 feet tall and thrives in partial sun to shade.
Nierembergia 'Starry Eyes'
Nierembergia 'Starry Eyes' is a compact plant native to the Argentine desert, forming a tight mound of linear foliage. It features light lavender, bell-shaped flowers from spring to fall and requires good drainage and full sun. This plant is not winter hardy in some regions, making it ideal for warm climates.
Calibrachoa 'White Superbells'
Calibrachoa 'White Superbells' is an annual hybrid known for its white flowers that bloom from spring until the first frost. It requires full sun and is popular for hanging baskets due to its self-cleaning and heat-resistant nature. This plant is perennial in zones 7 and warmer, attracting hummingbirds.
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sweet 100'
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sweet 100' is an indeterminate tomato variety known for producing over 100 small, sweet fruits. This plant thrives in well-drained soil rich in organic matter and requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It benefits from staking to support its vigorous growth. The 'Sweet 100' is a popular choice for home gardeners seeking a prolific and flavorful tomato variety.
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sungold'
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sungold' is a golden cherry tomato variety known for its high productivity and early fruiting. The light orange, thin-skinned fruits are very sweet, making them a favorite for fresh eating. This indeterminate vine requires well-drained soil rich in organic matter and at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Regular watering is essential, with at least 1 inch of water per week.
Solanum lycopersicum 'Rutgers'
Solanum lycopersicum 'Rutgers' is a classic tomato variety celebrated for its rich flavor and suitability for canning. The plant produces bright red, 7-ounce fruits and is disease-resistant, thriving in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight and regular watering.
Brugmansia 'Sunset'
Brugmansia 'Sunset' is a deer-resistant shrub suitable for zones 9 south, and a great container plant for zones north of zone 7. It is a large perennial growing up to 5 feet tall, with large tobacco-like leaves edged in white. The plant produces fragrant, creamy white flowers that age to light peach in late summer.
Verbascum 'Sugar Plum'
Verbascum 'Sugar Plum' is a perennial known for its plum-colored bloom spikes that rebloom in summer. It is pollinator-friendly, deer and drought tolerant, and reaches a height of 15 inches. This plant prefers full sun and well-drained soils, making it a resilient addition to gardens.
Brugmansia 'Snowbank'
Brugmansia 'Snowbank' is a tetraploid version of Brugmansia 'Sunset', featuring tricolor variegated leaves and huge, fragrant flowers. It blooms in midsummer and late summer, with flowers opening creamy white and finishing with a light peach blush. This plant is deer-resistant and can be grown in containers.
Verbascum 'Dark Eyes'
Verbascum 'Dark Eyes' is a compact perennial known for its creamy yellow flowers with maroon centers and grey-green foliage. It thrives in full sun and dry to medium, well-drained soil, making it drought and deer tolerant. This plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and boasts a long bloom period from late spring to late summer, adding vibrant color to gardens.
Capsicum chinense 'Carolina Reaper'
Capsicum chinense 'Carolina Reaper' is a chili pepper known for its extreme heat, measuring 1,500,000 Scoville Heat Units. The peppers are firetruck red with bumpy skin, turning chocolate brown when ripe. They are used in hot sauces and salsas, requiring warm temperatures and at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth.
Calibrachoa 'Cherry Red'
Calibrachoa 'Cherry Red' is a plant with vividly colored red flowers that bloom from spring until the first frost. It requires full sun and is heat resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardens. This plant is self-cleaning and attracts hummingbirds, adding life and color to landscapes. As a perennial in zones 9-11, it offers long-lasting beauty and resilience to various conditions.
Solanum lycopersicum 'Artisan Tiger Stripes Blend'
Tiger tomatoes are notable for their crack resistance and come in a variety of colors. The fruits are small, around 2 inches, and the seeds are color-coded with organic food colorings for easy identification.
Calibrachoa 'Tequila Sunrise'
Calibrachoa 'Tequila Sunrise' is a vibrant plant with semi-upright growth and striking orange blooms accented by red and yellow splashes. It flowers from spring until the first frost and is more heat resistant than many other Calibrachoas. The self-cleaning flowers attract hummingbirds, and the plant requires full sun for optimal blooming. To prevent root rot, allow the soil to dry before watering.
Capsicum chinense 'Scorpion'
Capsicum chinense 'Scorpion' is renowned as the second hottest pepper in the world, with a Scoville Heat Unit rating of 1,400,000. Its bumpy, bright red flesh turns chocolate brown when ripe, and it requires warm temperatures and at least six hours of direct sunlight to thrive.
Calibrachoa 'Minifamous Pink'
Calibrachoa 'Minifamous Pink' is a resilient plant known for its bright rosy-pink flowers that bloom from summer to fall. It forms a wide clump over time and demonstrates excellent drought tolerance. This plant pauses blooming during the hottest summer months but performs well in winter hardiness trials, making it a reliable choice for various garden settings.
Solanum laxum
Solanum laxum is a highly attractive, rambling vining plant with star-shaped flowers and yellow centers. It is semi-evergreen in warm regions and can reach 20-25 feet in length. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and has low water usage once established.