Plants
Scindapsus 'Treubii Moonlight'
Scindapsus 'Treubii Moonlight' is a rare vining plant with waxy, green tear-shaped leaves. It is easy to care for and fast-growing, capable of reaching over 8 feet indoors. This plant prefers bright, indirect light and is easily propagated.
Nepenthes vieillardii
Nepenthes vieillardii is a carnivorous plant endemic to New Caledonia, growing in shrublands or forests up to 900 meters altitude. It is the easternmost growing Nepenthes species and prefers very well-drained soils, with a need to dry out slightly between waterings.
Dischidia nummularia 'Variegata'
Dischidia nummularia 'Variegata' is a trailing plant with round, thick succulent leaves that are grey-green with ivory and pink sections. It produces tiny white waxy flowers and is a slow grower, making it an ideal choice for hanging baskets or trailing displays. Part of the Apocynaceae family, this plant adds a unique touch to any collection with its variegated foliage and compact growth habit.
Kalanchoe sexangularis
Kalanchoe sexangularis is a succulent perennial with reddish shoots and green to deep ruby-red leaves. It blooms in winter with yellow flowers and is common in southern Africa, thriving in rocky, shaded areas.
Buddleja 'Lil' Lavender'
This plant has light purple flowers and attracts pollinators like butterflies and bees. It is ideal for containers and smaller gardens, maturing to 2-3 feet high and wide. It is easy-care, prune-free, and water-wise once established, blooming in summer and continuing into fall. It grows best in full sun to part shade.
Salvia glutinosa
Salvia glutinosa is a herbaceous perennial native to Central and East Europe and West Asia. It features bright green, hairy leaves and pale yellow flowers speckled with maroon, blooming from June to September. The plant grows in forested areas, preferring shade or partial shade, and forms a clump about 3-4 feet wide and 3 feet tall. Its sticky glandular hairs and unique flower coloration make it a distinctive addition to gardens.
Alsobia dianthiflora
Alsobia dianthiflora is a charming plant native to Mexico, known for its delicate white flowers and frilled green leaves. It thrives in moist conditions with high light, making it ideal for vivariums or as a houseplant. This plant has a trailing growth habit and is easily propagated in sphagnum moss. It is important to avoid standing water on its leaves to prevent damage.
Peperomia meridana
Peperomia meridana, also known as 'Pixie' or 'Green Valley', is a compact plant from Central America with stiff, dark green leaves and deep ridges. It is popular for terrariums and small pots, preferring shade to partial shade and dry soil between waterings.
Begonia bowerae
Begonia bowerae is a small plant with chocolate to bronze-red leaves featuring bright green, paw-like markings. The leaf edges are adorned with white eyelash-like hairs, adding a unique texture. This plant is ideal for those seeking a distinctive foliage plant with ornamental qualities.
Begonia 'Elephant Ear'
Begonia 'Elephant Ear' is a rhizomatous hybrid known for its giant leaves with a gray-green center and a silver band. This plant produces pink flowers throughout most of the year and prefers bright, indirect light. It belongs to the Begoniaceae family and is a cross of unidentified species U489 and B. sizemorea. The large, decorative leaves make it a standout in any indoor or shaded garden setting.
Aglaonema 'Stars'
Native to Asia, this plant has deep green leaves with yellow specks and tolerates almost any indoor condition. It has larger leaves with unique patterns.
Vitis catawba
The Hanepoot grape is a seeded variety native to South Africa, known for its dark purple coloring, juicy flesh, and thick skin. It has a tart mulberry-like flavor with a hint of black pepper and is commonly used in wine production. This grape requires at least 6 hours of sunlight and well-draining soil, with pruning done in the winter months.
Ficus carica 'Ge Neri'
Ficus carica 'Ge Neri' is a fast-growing, medium-sized tree native to the Mediterranean region, known for its robust foliage and long lifespan. The fruits can be eaten fresh or used in preserves, and the tree is drought-tolerant, requiring minimal pruning and plenty of sunlight.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Radicans'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Radicans' is an evergreen tree with soft, dense blue-green foliage and red-brown bark. It grows in a columnar to pyramidal shape, reaching heights of 30-50 feet and widths of 15-20 feet. This fast-growing tree can add 3-4 feet per year and thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is adaptable to various soil conditions and is resistant to pests, diseases, and deer. The tree is drought-tolerant and suitable for USDA zones 5-9. Its needles may turn bronze in cold temperatures, adding seasonal interest.
Begonia 'Frosty'
Begonia 'Frosty' is a bushy, erect plant with succulent stems and everblooming single white flowers. It has bronze, shiny leaves and thrives in moist soil and humidity, tolerating full sun but not cold weather.
Yucca harrimaniae
Yucca harrimaniae is a small, acaulescent species forming clumps of rosettes with grey-green leaves. It produces upright spikes of large white, bell-shaped flowers and is found in sagebrush grasslands up to 7,000 feet elevation in Utah and Colorado. This plant is deer-resistant and requires good drainage, making it suitable for sandy or gravelly slopes.
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.
Microsorum musifolium 'Crocodile'
Microsorum musifolium 'Crocodile' is a tropical fern with leaves that resemble crocodile skin, native to Southeast Asia and parts of Australia. It thrives in humid environments and is a very slow grower, capable of reaching up to 5 feet in height. This plant is perfect for adding a touch of the exotic to indoor spaces.
Begonia limprichtii
Begonia limprichtii is a terrarium species native to China, featuring ovate green leaves with red trichomes. It prefers bright, indirect light and moderate to high humidity, making it ideal for enclosed environments.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Gerda Steiniger'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Gerda Steiniger' is known for its enormous blooms and deep colorful florets that change color throughout the summer. This plant features glossy deep green foliage and was bred by August Steiniger in 1946. It blooms from early summer through fall, providing a long season of interest. 'Gerda Steiniger' thrives in well-drained soil and is ideal for adding vibrant color to garden borders.
Bulbophyllum odoratissimum
Bulbophyllum odoratissimum is a fragrant orchid species with small, delicate yellow and brown flowers. It thrives in warm, humid conditions and is ideal for terrariums.
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Spring Sonata'
Rhaphiolepis indica 'Spring Sonata' is a dense shrub with glossy green foliage and a massive display of white flowers in spring. It grows to 4 feet high and 5 feet wide, producing dark purple fruit in fall and winter. This plant tolerates salt spray, making it suitable for coastal areas.
Lagerstroemia 'Natchez'
Lagerstroemia 'Natchez' is a crape myrtle with pristine white blossoms and an upright growth habit. It can reach a mature height of 20-30 feet and thrives in USDA zones 7-9. This plant is relatively drought-tolerant once established.
Begonia 'Monica'
Begonia 'Monica' is a houseplant with dark leaves featuring bright spots and splashes, adding a pop of color to indoor spaces. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil, making it suitable for containers and terrariums. Its unique foliage makes it a popular choice for plant enthusiasts.
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.
Philodendron lupinum
Philodendron lupinum, native to northern Brazil, is known for its crimson undersides and velvety green topsides. The mature foliage is V-shaped, and the plant adheres well to driftwood and backgrounds. It prefers moderate, indirect light and requires well-draining soil with proper humidity levels.
Dieffenbachia 'Reflector'
Dieffenbachia 'Reflector' is a tropical indoor plant with deep green leaves adorned with lime green and yellow spots. It features a whitish-green central leaf vein and is ideal for low light areas. Known for its decorative foliage, this plant is easy to grow and maintain.