Plants
Colocasia esculenta 'Hilo Bay'
Colocasia esculenta 'Hilo Bay' is a tropical plant introduced in 2008, recognized for its dramatic appearance. It grows up to 4 feet tall with dark chocolate stems and large, olive green leaves that have upturned edges. The leaves are thick and heavily corrugated, adding texture to gardens. This plant spreads slightly and is deer resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for bog gardens and areas with high humidity.
Hosta 'Journey's End'
Hosta 'Journey's End' is a large herbaceous perennial with striking yellow-gold leaves edged in dark green. It forms wide clumps up to 5-6 feet across and produces pale lavender flowers in June and July. This low-care plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in shady locations with moist, well-drained soils.
Epimedium stellulatum 'Long Leaf Form'
Epimedium stellulatum 'Long Leaf Form' is an evergreen plant with long, spiny green leaves and small white flowers that bloom in spring. Collected in Shaanxi Province in 1996, this plant is suitable for shade gardens and is deer-resistant.
Gaillardia 'Celebration'
Gaillardia 'Celebration' is a non-fussy, long-lived perennial known for its vibrant red-orange daisy-like flowers that bloom from spring until the first frost. This plant thrives in hot, sunny locations and is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. It is resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for attracting pollinators and butterflies to the garden. Its drought-tolerant nature makes it ideal for sunny, dry sites.
Iris cristata 'Edgar Anderson'
Iris cristata 'Edgar Anderson' is a dwarf iris known for its light lavender-blue flowers with a contrasting white throat and darker lavender markings. This early-flowering clone forms an 8-inch tall by 2-foot wide patch, making it suitable for rock gardens and shaded areas. Named after iris researcher Edgar Anderson, this plant is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, thriving in part sun to light shade. Its delicate blooms and compact size make it a charming addition to any garden.
Deschampsia cespitosa 'Northern Lights'
Deschampsia cespitosa 'Northern Lights' is an ornamental grass with variegated blades that have creamy white margins and a rosy-pink blush in spring and fall. It features tiny seed head panicles that rise above the clump, creating an eye-catching display. This cool-season grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, making it a versatile choice for garden landscapes.
Tulipa gesneriana 'Weber's Parrot'
Tulipa gesneriana 'Weber's Parrot' is a cold-hardy perennial bulb with romantic pure white blooms streaked in pinks and green. Its curvy, ruffled petals add a fragrant spring color to gardens. This tulip thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil.
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Violet'
Helleborus hybridus 'Pdn Violet' is a red-violet flowering hellebore known for its deer-resistant qualities. This evergreen perennial thrives in part sun to shade and is a popular choice for cottage and rock gardens. Its vibrant blooms add color to winter and early spring landscapes.
Lithops olivacea
Lithops olivacea, a member of the Aizoaceae family, is a unique succulent with bulbous leaves that grow in pairs. It is known for its camouflage abilities and yellow flowers with a white center.
Asarum fauriei var. takaoi 'Pitter Patter'
Asarum fauriei var. takaoi 'Pitter Patter' is a low-growing evergreen mat with deep green leaves featuring large central silver patterns. It reaches 1 inch in height and spreads 2 feet wide over seven years. This plant produces tiny purple flowers in late winter and is well-suited for shade gardens, offering a unique groundcover option with its striking foliage.
Hosta 'Victory'
Hosta 'Victory' is a striking perennial known for being the largest variegated hosta. It forms a substantial clump reaching up to 3 feet tall and 7 feet wide, with large green leaves edged in creamy white. In early summer, it produces impressive flower spikes that can grow up to 7 feet tall. This hosta was recognized as the 2015 Hosta of the Year, highlighting its exceptional qualities. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is a favorite in cottage gardens and shade perennials collections. Its patterned foliage adds interest to any garden setting, and it is known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Asarum magnificum 'Silver Cheeks'
Asarum magnificum 'Silver Cheeks' is an easy-to-grow clump-forming plant with large, thick evergreen leaves featuring silver streaks. It produces black-purple flowers with a wrinkled white throat, adding a unique touch to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Solar Flare'
Hosta 'Solar Flare' is a giant hosta with an upright form, featuring large, pointed golden leaves. It grows up to 30 inches tall and 4 feet wide, with 3-foot spikes of light lavender flowers appearing in mid-July. This plant is a striking addition to shade gardens, offering bold foliage and attractive blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Abutilon 'Big Bell'
Abutilon 'Big Bell' is a hybrid plant that forms a 3-foot tall by 3+ feet wide clump with wide, pointed green leaves on long, arching stems. It features large, lantern-shaped flowers with an orange-red top and yellow curtain beneath. This plant requires good winter drainage, especially at the northern end of its hardiness range.
Heuchera 'Crimson Curls'
Heuchera 'Crimson Curls' is a perennial with dark burgundy-red leaves and a purple underside, forming an 18-inch wide evergreen clump. Its ruffled foliage adds texture and color to shaded garden areas. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and is resistant to rabbits, making it a resilient choice for various landscapes.
Helleborus hybridus 'True Love'
Helleborus hybridus 'True Love' is an evergreen perennial with double violet flowers that bloom in late winter. Its deer-resistant foliage grows on 18-inch tall stalks, providing a reliable groundcover. This drought-tolerant plant is a prolific re-seeder and offers nectar for honeybees, making it a valuable addition to winter gardens.
Aspidistra fungilliformis 'Stargazey'
Aspidistra fungilliformis 'Stargazey' is a low-maintenance groundcover with heavily yellow-spotted leaves and sangria and white flowers in early December. It grows well in both moist and dry soils, thriving in shaded areas.
Bulbophyllum cocoinum
Bulbophyllum cocoinum is a small orchid known for its coconut-scented flowers, native to various African countries. It thrives in lowland and montane rainforests, growing as an epiphyte at elevations between 1,300 and 6,600 feet. The plant features clustered, cylindrical pseudobulbs and a single, narrow leaf. Its inflorescence is long and arching, densely packed with small flowers that bloom in summer. This orchid is adapted to a wide range of temperatures, from hot to cold environments.
Peperomia caperata 'Frost'
Peperomia caperata 'Frost' is a low-maintenance plant with heart-shaped, silvery-green leaves that are thick and rubber-like. It produces spiky, inconspicuous flowers and thrives in bright, indirect light, though it can tolerate low light. This air-purifying plant is non-toxic to humans and pets, making it a safe choice for households.
Anthurium oxycarpum 'Giganteum'
Anthurium oxycarpum 'Giganteum' is an extraordinary and relatively rare variety from South America, featuring large, heart-shaped leaves that can exceed three feet in length. The glossy green leaves have prominent veining, and the plant produces spadix and spathe flowers. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it prized among plant enthusiasts.
Clematis heracleifolia 'China Purple'
Clematis heracleifolia 'China Purple' is an upright-growing perennial vine known for its dark blue-purple flowers. It reaches a height of about 30 inches in early summer, with blooms appearing in terminal clusters and leaf axils. The plant features dark green trifoliate leaves and is attractive to butterflies. Suitable for USDA zones 3 to 8, it thrives in sun to light shade and can be used as an ornamental vine in gardens. Its vibrant flowers and upright habit make it a striking addition to any landscape.
Rhus lanceolata
Rhus lanceolata, a deciduous shrub native to the United States, is celebrated for its fiery fall color and compound leaves with a wing between leaflets. It provides dense cover for birds and wildlife and is drought-tolerant once established. This shrub thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade.
Onychium japonicum 'Yunnan Fancy'
Onychium japonicum 'Yunnan Fancy' is a fern with lacy, green foliage collected from the Cang Shan Mountain Range in China. It grows up to 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide, preferring well-drained soil and moderate sunlight. This plant adds a delicate touch to gardens with its unique appearance.
Salix 'Prairie Cascade'
Salix 'Prairie Cascade' is a fast-growing willow with a graceful weeping habit, known for its striking yellow leaves and stems in winter. This plant thrives in wet soil and has strong roots that can seek out water pipes, making it ideal for areas with abundant moisture. Its rapid growth and unique appearance make it a standout in any landscape.
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Bluebird'
Ophiopogon japonicus 'Bluebird' is a super-dwarf mondo grass forming tight clumps resembling golf balls. Discovered in the late '70s, it is ideal for rock gardens and thrives in part sun to shade.