Plants
Agave chazaroi 'Lasting Impressions'
Agave chazaroi 'Lasting Impressions' is the first variegated selection of this non-offsetting Mexican native. It features wide green, spineless foliage with a muted chartreuse border and dramatic white leaf line markings that develop with age. This agave can grow up to 2.5 feet tall and 5 feet wide in warmer climates, making it a striking addition to gardens.
Echeveria 'Red Hole'
Echeveria 'Red Hole' is a drought-tolerant succulent that thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil. It requires minimal watering and is sensitive to freezing temperatures below 40°F. This plant is known for its ability to reproduce in various ways, making it a resilient choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Adenophora pereskiifolia
Adenophora pereskiifolia is an upright perennial with spikes of lavender blue, bell-like flowers. It is known for its attractive blooms and is suitable for both sun and shade gardens. This plant adds a touch of elegance to any garden setting.
Hosta 'Last Dance'
Hosta 'Last Dance' is a sport of Hosta 'Summer Music', featuring thick, medium green, heart-shaped leaves with a wide band of gold border. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces 2-foot spikes of medium lavender flowers in early summer. This plant is ideal for shaded areas and can attract butterflies and hummingbirds, adding both beauty and ecological value to gardens.
Polemonium caeruleum
Polemonium caeruleum, known for its beautiful blue flowers and symmetrical fern-like foliage, prefers damp soil and is pollinator-friendly. It tolerates some shade and has moderate moisture requirements, making it a versatile choice for gardens. The bell-shaped flowers bloom from late spring to summer, changing color from light sky blue to soft light purple, adding a dynamic element to landscapes.
Tricholepidium buergerianum
Tricholepidium buergerianum is an epiphytic fern from Taiwan's Mt. Datun, featuring glossy, wavy green leaves. It forms a thick mass of foliage and is ideal for container planting in zone 7b climates.
Phedimus ellacombeanus
Phedimus ellacombeanus is a variegated stonecrop with green rosettes edged in chartreuse yellow. This low-growing groundcover forms clumps up to 6 inches tall and 2 feet wide, topped with yellow flowers in mid-summer. It performs best in light shade to morning sun.
Epimedium youngianum 'Tamabotan'
Epimedium youngianum 'Tamabotan' is a clumping woodland groundcover known for its large, light lavender flowers and dark-purple foliage. As new growth emerges, the leaves transition to green, creating a striking contrast. This deer-resistant plant grows up to 16 inches tall and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it ideal for dry shade gardens.
Narcissus 'Professor Einstein'
Narcissus 'Professor Einstein' is a large cupped daffodil introduced in 1946, featuring pure-white petals and a blazing orange corona. This fragrant, mid-spring bloomer grows well in partial sun and full sun, adding a vibrant touch to gardens with its striking color contrast.
Dendrobium victoriae-reginae
Dendrobium victoriae-reginae is an exquisite orchid species known for its striking golden petals and intricate patterns. It is a coveted treasure among orchid enthusiasts.
Trachycarpus fortunei 'Dwarf Delights'
Trachycarpus fortunei 'Dwarf Delights' is a winter-hardy palm that reaches a height of 15-18 feet over 20 years. This dwarf variety is suitable for gardens requiring a tropical look and can tolerate a range of environmental conditions.
Cistanthe grandiflora
Cistanthe grandiflora is a drought-tolerant plant that naturally grows in sunny areas and requires porous, well-draining soil. It reproduces in various ways and needs little watering, making it ideal for low-maintenance gardens. This plant thrives with drought periods between waterings to prevent water-logging.
Epimedium 'Lilac Cascade'
Epimedium 'Lilac Cascade' is a semi-evergreen plant with heart-shaped foliage flushed with lilac in spring. It produces cascading mauvy-lavender flowers in mid-March, making it a charming addition to shaded garden areas. This hybrid is known for its resilience and ability to thrive in various garden settings.
Iris cristata 'Eco Little Bluebird'
Iris cristata 'Eco Little Bluebird' is a dwarf woodland iris that thrives in dry, well-drained soil. It blooms in April and May with small light blue flowers atop 6-inch clumps. This plant spreads slowly via short rhizomes and is best planted where it won't be crowded by larger plants.
Carex socialis 'Coahoma'
Carex socialis 'Coahoma' is a native perennial grass found from Illinois to Texas, thriving in low deciduous woodlands. It forms a 10-inch tall and 2-foot wide patch, providing a striking textural contrast when planted alongside ferns and hostas. Known for its narrow green leaves, this plant is remarkably drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a resilient choice for various garden settings. Its adaptability to different conditions makes it a versatile addition to both dry and wet shade gardens.
Podophyllum peltatum 'Wagon Wheels'
Podophyllum peltatum 'Wagon Wheels', commonly known as mayapple, is a native plant with unique foliage that emerges in late winter. It features bronze blotches and a light green central ring on its leaves, with solitary white flowers appearing in spring. This summer-dormant species can form a 5-foot-wide patch over a decade.
Bucephalandra 'Starglitz'
Bucephalandra 'Starglitz' is a small-leafed plant originating from Borneo, adapted to regular seasonal flooding. It features dark green, ovate leaves and can be grown immersed or out of water. This slow-growing epiphyte requires low to moderate light and should be attached to hardscape, making it a unique choice for aquariums and terrariums.
Platycladus orientalis
Platycladus orientalis is a conical evergreen tree with grey-green juvenile foliage and a slow growth rate. It is one of the oldest golden conifers, known for its brilliant gold color and bronze winter coat. This tree is ideal for winter or rock gardens, providing a unique texture and color throughout the seasons.
Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag'
Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag' is a rounded evergreen shrub with long, soft blue-green needles. It is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it suitable for small-space gardens and containers.
Bletilla striata 'Alba'
Bletilla striata 'Alba' is a hardy orchid with solid white flowers and two deeply veined, medium-green leaves. It produces 2-foot spikes with 1-inch pure white flowers in early May. This plant thrives in moist-to-waterlogged soils and can form a 2-foot wide patch in 5 years under good conditions.
Maxillaria hennisiana
Maxillaria hennisiana is an orchid native to Central and South American rainforests, featuring pendulous blossoms in shades of yellow, brown, and white. It requires bright, indirect light and careful watering.
Amorphophallus albus 'Green Stalkings'
Amorphophallus albus 'Green Stalkings' is a unique plant native to Yunnan Province, China, characterized by its solid green or green with grey-spotted stalks. It forms a 2-foot wide patch over five years and produces a distinctive 1-foot tall flower stalk in spring. The flower resembles a large ivory shell with a white, cigar-like appendage. This fast-offsetting species thrives in part sun to shade and is deer-resistant, making it a suitable choice for dry shade gardens.
Philodendron 'Florida Sunrise'
Philodendron 'Florida Sunrise' is a unique hybrid known for its uncommon variegation, featuring green leaves with creamy white to yellow patterns. It grows rapidly and climbs vigorously, requiring support for an upright posture.
Dionaea muscipula 'Purple Ambush'
Dionaea muscipula 'Purple Ambush' is a Venus flytrap variety known for its deep red traps that darken to purple under strong light. This vigorous plant attains a large size and is a captivating addition to carnivorous plant collections, thriving in temperate environments.