Plants
Ajuga tenorei 'Princess Nadia'
Ajuga tenorei 'Princess Nadia' is a compact groundcover forming a tight clump just 3 inches tall and 18 inches wide. Its foliage emerges lavender with a pink edge, maturing to green with a white edge, and is complemented by short, dense spikes of blue flowers in early spring. This plant is heat, humidity, and summer rainfall tolerant, making it a resilient choice for gardens. It does not spread by seed, maintaining its tidy appearance.
Euphorbia 'Helen Robinson'
Euphorbia 'Helen Robinson' is a hybrid perennial with deer-resistant rosettes that grow up to 30 inches tall. It features 4-foot tall flower spikes of chartreuse yellow starting in mid-April. This plant spreads by underground runners and can grow rapidly in rich soils, making it a robust addition to any garden.
Hosta nigrescens f. elatior
Hosta nigrescens f. elatior is a large-growing hosta known for its NBA-sized bloom stalks that can reach up to 7 feet tall. It features light lavender to near-white flowers and giant pointed green leaves. This plant is a favorite among hosta enthusiasts for its impressive size and striking appearance.
Hemerocallis 'Purple De Oro'
Hemerocallis 'Purple De Oro' is a compact daylily with lavender-purple flowers that bloom from May to October. It is cold and heat-tolerant, pest and disease-free, and its flowers are edible.
Symphytum grandiflorum 'Goldsmith'
Symphytum grandiflorum 'Goldsmith' is an English selection of comfrey with 8-inch long crinkled green leaves edged in creamy yellow. It thrives in woodland conditions, forming a 2-foot wide mat, and produces small, pale yellow, bell-like flowers in early spring.
Lamium maculatum 'Anne Greenaway'
Lamium maculatum 'Anne Greenaway' is a striking plant with dramatic foliage featuring concentric bands of color, including a narrow silver streak and wide olive-green and gold edges. In spring, it produces lavender flowers reminiscent of mini-snapdragons, adding a splash of color to shaded areas.
Cyclamen coum ssp. elegans
Cyclamen coum ssp. elegans is a perennial tuber native to the Alborz Mountains, known for its early blooming in October or November. It features dark blotches at the base of each petal and longer, more angular leaves compared to Cyclamen coum, thriving in rocky, forested slopes.
Picea abies 'Little Gem'
Picea abies 'Little Gem' is a dwarf evergreen conifer with a compact, flat-topped globe form and rich green needles. It provides excellent shelter for birds and requires no pruning. This slow-growing plant prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and is ideal for sunny or partially shaded gardens.
Soterosanthus shepheardii
Native to Central and South America and belonging to the Gesneriaceae family, this plant is known for its unique and attractive foliage with large, velvety leaves and prominent veins. It requires well-draining soil, regular watering, and bright, indirect light.
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Burgundy Blush'
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Burgundy Blush' is a tall, upright tree known for its bright red-purple fall foliage and star-shaped glossy leaves. It produces round, spiky seedpods that attract birds and can grow up to 60 feet tall and 40 feet wide. This tree is hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9 and is relatively pest and disease-free.
Coprosma 'Karo Red'
Coprosma 'Karo Red' is a pyramidal shrub with glossy green leaves that transition to deep burgundy. It is drought tolerant and known for its dramatic foliage color.
Heucherella 'Redstone Falls'
Heucherella 'Redstone Falls' is a hybrid perennial with copper-colored leaves and dark veins, changing to reds and browns in fall and winter. It is semi-evergreen to fully evergreen in mild climates and is pollinator friendly. This plant is tolerant of heat and humidity and is resistant to deer, pests, and diseases.
Westringia fruticosa 'Blue Gem'
Westringia fruticosa 'Blue Gem' is an evergreen shrub with whirled leaves and showy blueish-purple flowers. It blooms prolifically, attracting pollinators throughout its long blooming season. This plant is well-suited for low-water landscapes and adds vibrant color to gardens with its striking flowers.
Pyrus communis 'Warren'
Pyrus communis 'Warren' is a cold-hardy pear tree known for its juicy, spicy-sweet white flesh. It produces medium to large long-necked pears with a creamy texture, suitable for fresh eating, canning, and cooking. This tree is self-fruitful, fire blight resistant, and thrives in USDA zones 5 through 8.
Fuchsia 'Giant Peachy'
Fuchsia 'Giant Peachy' is a charming plant known for its peachy-pink petals and sepals, which create a striking display. It features lax stems that trail, making it ideal for hanging baskets or containers. This fuchsia prefers dappled shade and grows to about 6 inches tall with a trailing length of 16 inches. Its unique coloration and growth habit make it a delightful addition to shaded garden areas.
Guzmania lingulata var. minor
Guzmania lingulata var. minor is a large-sized, hot to cool growing epiphyte known for its fragrant, cinnamon-scented flowers. This plant prefers bright light locations and is a popular choice for adding a tropical touch to indoor spaces. Its striking appearance and pleasant fragrance make it a favorite among those looking to cultivate exotic plants.
Lysimachia nummularia 'Goldi'
Lysimachia nummularia 'Goldi' is a vibrant groundcover with golden chartreuse foliage and bright yellow cup-shaped blooms in summer. It is less invasive than its native counterparts and tolerates light foot traffic. This plant thrives in full sun to part shade and can grow in wet or rocky soils, reaching a height of 6 inches.
Hosta 'Zager White Edge'
Hosta 'Zager White Edge' is a perennial known for its wide, long green leaves with a distinctive white edge. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces 30-inch scapes of medium lavender flowers in early summer. This plant attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and thrives in light shade, making it a popular choice for shaded garden areas.
Dionaea muscipula 'Royal Red'
Dionaea muscipula 'Royal Red', commonly known as the Venus flytrap, is a hardy carnivorous plant native to the Carolinas. It thrives in boggy, open savannahs and can be grown outdoors in most parts of the USA. This plant is known for its unique ability to trap and digest insects, making it a fascinating addition to any garden. It requires a sunny location and moist, acidic soil to thrive.
Asarum subglobosum
Asarum subglobosum is a rare plant from the Kyushu region of southern Japan, forming 15-inch wide clumps of 5-inch heart-shaped green leaves with silver fleck patterns. It produces creamy yellow flowers in March and is suitable for shaded garden areas.
Aspidistra leshanensis
Aspidistra leshanensis is a low-maintenance perennial plant native to the Sichuan province of China. It forms a tight clump of evergreen leaves that reach up to 28 inches tall, with unique yellow spots. The plant produces distinctive upturned purple flowers with white centers in September. It thrives in shaded areas and can tolerate both moist and dry soils, making it durable in less-than-ideal conditions. Its bold texture and upright form add interest to any garden setting.