Plants
Aponogeton boivinianus
Aponogeton boivinianus is a tall-growing bulb plant from Madagascar, known for its broad, elongated leaves with a ruffled texture. It prefers cooler water and clean conditions, making it ideal for aquariums.
Bulbophyllum lindleyanum
Bulbophyllum lindleyanum is an orchid species known for its large, pendulous flowers in shades of red and brown. It requires high humidity and filtered light, making it a striking addition to any orchid collection.
Iris germanica 'Alpine Journey'
Iris germanica 'Alpine Journey' is a perennial plant with showy yellow and white blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It features clumps of sword-like green foliage and is suitable for various garden settings, including containers and borders. This easy-to-care-for plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring moderate to low moisture.
Salix babylonica 'Scarlet Curls'
Salix babylonica 'Scarlet Curls' is a deciduous tree with an upright rounded habit and twisted scarlet red stems. It is fast-growing and provides winter interest, preferring full sun and moist soil while adapting to various soil types.
Lobelia laxiflora 'Candy Corn'
Lobelia laxiflora 'Candy Corn' is a striking perennial native to Northern Mexico, known for its bright orange tubular flowers with yellow tips. It can grow up to 5 feet tall, forming clumps with dark green leaves. This plant is a favorite among hummingbirds and thrives in dry, open woodlands.
Hemerocallis 'Ice Carnival'
Hemerocallis 'Ice Carnival' is a cold and heat-hardy perennial known for its creamy ivory-white trumpet-shaped flowers with soft yellow throats. Blooming all summer long, it attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding vibrant life to gardens. This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9 and is adaptable to various soil conditions, making it a versatile choice for Xeric and Firewise landscapes. Its fragrant flowers and low maintenance needs make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking beauty and resilience.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Hinjo'
Miscanthus sinensis 'Hinjo' is a compact variety of zebra miscanthus, known for its vivid horizontal gold banding. It produces tall plumes reaching up to 6 feet in late summer, adding texture and movement to the garden. This ornamental grass is suitable for sunny locations and is rabbit resistant, making it a durable choice for perennial borders and rain gardens.
Echeveria 'Vampire'
Echeveria 'Vampire' is a drought-tolerant succulent known for its ability to reproduce in numerous ways. It thrives in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil, requiring minimal watering. This plant benefits from the addition of pumice, perlite, or grit to cactus soil and prefers periods of drought between waterings. Echeveria 'Vampire' is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance plant with striking rosette forms. Its resilience and adaptability make it a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor succulent collections.
Kniphofia 'Alcazar'
Kniphofia 'Alcazar', commonly known as red hot poker, is a perennial with long, narrow green leaves and striking flower spikes. The flowers transition from golden at the base to bright orange at the top, blooming from June to July. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and adds a bold vertical element to sunny gardens.
Heuchera 'Southern Comfort'
Heuchera 'Southern Comfort' is an evergreen perennial with amber-colored leaves that emerge peachy-orange, turning coral-orange in cooler temperatures. It forms 14-inch tall by 2-foot wide clumps and is known for its sun, heat, and soil moisture tolerance. This plant is a hybrid with Heuchera villosa parentage.
Crinum 'Lolita'
Crinum 'Lolita' is a hybrid plant with 4-foot long glossy green foliage and 3.5-foot tall spikes. It produces up to 18 rosy-red fragrant flowers in summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This plant is a vibrant addition to sunny gardens.
Hosta 'Prairie Sky'
Hosta 'Prairie Sky' is a clump-forming plant with powder blue leaves that hold their color well in hot climates. It grows 14 inches tall and 3 feet wide, with lavender flowers on 2-foot tall scapes in mid-summer. This hosta is ideal for shade gardens.
Hosta 'Masquerade'
Hosta 'Masquerade' is a small plant with tiny clusters of white-centered leaves and two-toned, dark green edges. It forms 10-inch wide clumps and produces lavender flowers on 12-inch tall scapes, thriving in morning sun to light shade.
Nymphaea 'Rembrandt'
Nymphaea 'Rembrandt' is a water lily with fragrant pink flowers featuring red inner petals and rose-red outer petals. It provides shade for pond wildlife and grows best in full to partial sun. This plant adds beauty and fragrance to water gardens, making it a popular choice for aquatic landscapes.
Echeveria agavoides 'Red Tip'
Echeveria agavoides 'Red Tip' is a vibrant succulent native to Central America, particularly Mexico. Known for its beautiful rosette shape, this plant features colorful leaves with red tips. It thrives in bright, indirect light and is well-suited for indoor cultivation. Echeveria agavoides is a low-maintenance plant, making it ideal for beginners. Its striking appearance and easy care requirements make it a popular choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Alstroemeria 'The Third Harmonic'
Alstroemeria 'The Third Harmonic' is a hybrid with large, medium orange flowers and a purple-flecked lip. It grows on 4-foot tall stalks and is a favorite of hummingbirds. This plant is drought-tolerant and suitable for cottage gardens, adding vibrant color and attracting pollinators.
Asarum campaniflorum 'Green Leaf Form'
Asarum campaniflorum 'Green Leaf Form', or Chinese wild ginger, is known for its elegant flowers and glossy green foliage. It produces cream-colored flowers with a purple velvet band in late winter or spring. This plant thrives in light to full shade and is ideal for dry shade gardens.
Hosta 'Blue Flame'
Hosta 'Blue Flame' is a sport of 'Fragrant Blue', known for its powder-blue leaves with a white border. It forms a 20-inch wide clump and is topped with 16-inch tall scapes of lightly fragrant lavender flowers in midsummer. This hosta is ideal for shaded garden areas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Myriophyllum tuberculatum
Myriophyllum tuberculatum is an aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia and Australia, known for its striking red and orange needle-like leaves. It requires high light and CO2 injection to maintain its vibrant color. This fast-growing plant reaches the water's surface quickly and is a popular choice for aquariums.
Hosta 'Gemstone'
Hosta 'Gemstone' is a compact plant known for its narrow blue leaves and 10-inch spikes of lavender flowers in midsummer. This plant forms a 5-inch tall by 1-foot wide clump, making it a delightful addition to shaded gardens. Its unique foliage and ability to attract hummingbirds make it a popular choice for fairy gardens or as groundcover. The plant's vibrant colors and compact size make it a charming addition to any garden setting, adding a touch of elegance to shaded areas.
Schisandra propinqua ssp. sinensis 'Freckle Face'
Schisandra propinqua ssp. sinensis 'Freckle Face' is a small evergreen vine native to Southern China, with finger-sized leaves and bright red fruits. It produces small yellow flowers in late spring and has shown potential medicinal properties.
Polygonatum odoratum 'Chanticleer'
Polygonatum odoratum 'Chanticleer' is a unique perennial known for its large, silvery-backed leaves that sway gracefully in the breeze. Over 15 years, it can form a wide patch up to 6 feet across, with stalks reaching 3 feet in height. This plant is particularly attractive in shaded gardens and is resistant to rabbits. It is also known to attract butterflies and birds, making it a lively addition to any garden. Originating from Korea, China, and Japan, it thrives in part sun to shade conditions. Its white or cream flowers bloom in spring, adding a delicate touch to its robust foliage. The plant is drought-tolerant and suitable for dry shade areas, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Echeveria prolifica
Echeveria prolifica is a charming succulent native to Mexico, belonging to the Crassulaceae family. Its silver-green leaves can develop a pink hue when exposed to sunlight, forming rosettes about an inch in diameter. This plant blooms with yellow flowers in spring and summer and requires bright, indirect light to prevent leaf damage. It thrives in temperatures between 50-77°F and prefers the soak and dry watering method, making it ideal for indoor cultivation.
Gymnocalycium capillense
Gymnocalycium capillense is a solitary barrel cactus native to the Cordoba region of Argentina. It features a glossy green, knobby barrel adorned with white reflexed spines and produces large white flowers in the spring. This cactus thrives in dry winter conditions without the need for protection, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and rock gardens. Its compact size and drought tolerance also make it suitable for container gardening in sunny locations.