Plants in family solanaceae
Brugmansia 'Miners Claim'
Brugmansia 'Miners Claim' is a deer-resistant plant with bold green leaves edged in bright creamy-yellow. It forms a 5-foot tall clump and produces large, fleshy-pink, nocturnally fragrant flowers in early summer and fall. This plant adds a tropical touch to gardens with its striking foliage and fragrant blooms.
Calibrachoa 'Minifamous Dark Blue'
Calibrachoa 'Minifamous Dark Blue' is a small-flowered, drought-tolerant plant native to southern Brazil. It features dark blue-lavender flowers that bloom from early spring to fall, although flowering may slow during hot summer spells. This plant forms a clump up to six feet wide and prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soils.
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sun Gold'
Solanum lycopersicum 'Sun Gold' is a popular cherry tomato variety known for its golden color and heavy fruit production. This plant is a favorite among gardeners for its sweet flavor and prolific yield. It thrives in sunny locations and is a delightful addition to vegetable gardens.
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.
Solanum lycopersicum 'Better Boy'
Solanum lycopersicum 'Better Boy' is a tomato plant known for its high yields of deep red, meaty fruit weighing about 1/2 to 1 pound each. It requires well-drained soil, full sun, and regular watering to thrive.
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.
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 'Yellow Chiffon'
Calibrachoa 'Yellow Chiffon' is a vibrant plant with small, petunia-like flowers that bloom from spring until the first frost. It requires full sun and is more heat resistant than other Calibrachoas. This plant is perennial in warmer zones but is treated as an annual in cooler areas. Its self-cleaning nature makes it low maintenance, and it adds a splash of color to any sunny garden.
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.
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.
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.
Cestrum parqui 'Orange Peel'
Cestrum parqui 'Orange Peel' is a fast-growing plant with woody stems and deer-resistant leaves. It produces mustard-orange flowers tipped in yellow from early June until frost, attracting hummingbirds. This dieback perennial can reach 8 feet tall and wide by fall, making it a striking addition to gardens.