Plants
Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold'
Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold' is an award-winning ornamental grass with bright gold bamboo-like leaves that develop a reddish glow in autumn. It thrives in part sun to full shade and prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil. This shade-loving grass spreads by rhizomes and requires little care, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens.
Hosta 'Bizarre'
Hosta 'Bizarre' is a small clumper with chartreuse leaves edged in white. It produces dark purple flowers on 24-inch stalks, blooming in late summer. This plant is suitable for shade gardens and attracts butterflies.
Iris germanica 'Zesting Lemons'
Iris germanica 'Zesting Lemons' is a hardy perennial with bright yellow blooms and sword-like green leaves. It grows up to 3 feet tall and spreads over a foot wide, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. This plant is drought-tolerant once established.
Aspidistra daibuensis 'Yushan Waterfall'
Aspidistra daibuensis 'Yushan Waterfall' is a low-maintenance perennial collected from Taiwan's Hualien County. It features medium green leaves with faint yellow flecks, forming tight clumps with pendent-tipped foliage. This plant thrives in shade and can grow in both moist and dry soils with good drainage, making it durable in less than ideal conditions.
Helleborus hybridus 'Winter Dream Black'
Helleborus hybridus 'Winter Dream Black' is a deer-resistant plant with slaty-black flowers that bloom in late winter. Originating from Ashwood Nursery in the UK, it is the first of its kind to be tissue cultured, making it a unique addition to shade gardens.
Aloe 'Blue Elf'
Aloe 'Blue Elf' is a vigorous, tight-clumping aloe with narrow, upright gray-blue leaves and orange flowers from early winter to early spring. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in sunny areas with well-draining soil.
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Tiny Rubies'
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Tiny Rubies' is perfect for rock gardens, forming a tiny bun of silvery foliage topped with dark pink double flowers in early May. It requires good drainage and full sun exposure.
Ajuga 'Pleasant Pheasant'
Ajuga 'Pleasant Pheasant' is a hybrid plant known for its striking yellow and orange foliage, which develops a burgundy overlay in cold weather. This groundcover produces lavender flowers in early spring, adding a touch of color to gardens. It is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a low-maintenance choice for various garden settings. Ajuga 'Pleasant Pheasant' is suitable for cottage gardens, rock gardens, and fairy gardens, where its vibrant foliage can be appreciated. The plant thrives in part sun to light shade and is adaptable to different soil conditions.
Aquilegia 'Blackcurrant Ice'
Aquilegia 'Blackcurrant Ice' is a dwarf columbine with striking flowers in a unique color combination. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies while being resistant to deer and rabbits. This plant offers a long-lasting flowering display and grows well in USDA zones 3 to 9, preferring full sun to part shade.
Pseudolithos harardheranus
Pseudolithos harardheranus is a highly succulent plant indigenous to Somalia, Yemen, and Oman, known for its tessellated stem surface and small flowers on a spherical body.
Myrtus communis 'Compacta'
Myrtus communis 'Compacta' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with aromatic white flowers and yellow stamens. It is pollinator and bird-friendly, producing blue-black berries. This shrub is tolerant of heat, humidity, and saline conditions, growing 2-3 feet tall and wide.
Heliamphora tatei
Heliamphora tatei is a stem-forming carnivorous plant endemic to Venezuela, related to several other Heliamphora species. It is known for its natural hybrids and unique growth habit, making it a fascinating addition to collections.
Dryadella cristata
Dryadella cristata is a miniature orchid species with a distinctive crested appearance. It features vibrant green leaves and delicate white flowers with fringed petals. This plant is ideal for orchid enthusiasts looking for unique and compact species to add to their collections.
Hosta 'Formal Tuxedo'
Hosta 'Formal Tuxedo' is an elegant perennial forming a 15-inch tall by 3-foot wide clump. Its rounded, glaucous leaves are highlighted by a prominent creamy white border, adding a touch of sophistication to shaded gardens.
Hosta 'Hirao Majesty'
Hosta 'Hirao Majesty' is a perennial plant selected by Dr. Hirao, known for its large green leaves with wavy edges. It forms a clump up to 40 inches wide and produces medium lavender flower spikes in mid-summer. This hosta is ideal for shaded gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Echinopsis 'Rose Quartz'
Echinopsis 'Rose Quartz', formerly known as Chamaelobivia, is a popular cactus hybrid celebrated for its vibrant, multi-colored flowers. It forms clumps that can produce 20-30 blooms at a time, making it a spectacular sight in any garden. This cactus is hardy and can tolerate temperatures as low as 23°F if kept dry. It prefers bright light and requires a winter rest period, making it ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.
Acer palmatum 'Karasu Gawa'
Acer palmatum 'Karasu Gawa' is a Japanese maple with striking spring foliage that emerges hot pink, speckled with pink, white, and green. This small tree grows to about 6-8 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide, preferring morning sun and afternoon shade. It thrives in well-drained soil with regular moisture and is hardy in USDA zones 5-7.
Echinacea 'Aloha'
Echinacea 'Aloha' is a sturdy plant with 3-foot tall stalks and large melon-orange flowers. It begins blooming in June and is best planted early in the season. This plant thrives in well-drained locations and is a favorite among pollinators. Its vibrant flowers and robust growth make it a standout in sunny garden beds.
Gymnocalycium schroederianum 'Bossii'
Gymnocalycium schroederianum 'Bossii' is a cactus native to Argentina and Uruguay, known for its low dark green body and short whitish spines. It produces white flowers with long tubes and grows in frequently flooded habitats. This plant is usually solitary but can form clusters in cultivation.
Hosta 'Twilight'
Hosta 'Twilight' is a perennial plant known for its thick, dark green leaves edged with a wide, light-yellow margin. It forms clumps about 3 feet wide and produces light lavender flowers in midsummer. This hosta is versatile, thriving in part sun to light shade, and is attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. It is suitable for use as a groundcover or in cottage gardens, and it can tolerate dry or wet shade conditions. Additionally, it is a hybrid plant that can be used in rain gardens and is salt-tolerant, making it ideal for seaside locations.
Cattleya 'Cg Roebling'
Cattleya 'Cg Roebling' is a historic orchid hybrid, first registered in 1895, renowned for its large, vibrant blooms and rich, sweet fragrance. Named in honor of Charles Gustavus Roebling, this orchid features showy blossoms in deep purples and pinks. It is a favorite among orchid collectors for its striking appearance and captivating scent, making it a standout addition to any orchid collection.
Punica granatum 'Ambrosia'
Punica granatum 'Ambrosia' is a hardy shrub known for its bright orange blooms in spring and glossy green foliage in summer. It produces large, sweet-tart fruit rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber. This deciduous plant features arching branches and is tolerant of various soil conditions. It is disease-resistant, self-fruitful, and requires full sun with moderate moisture. The shrub is easy to care for and thrives in well-drained soil.
Narcissus 'Fairness'
Narcissus 'Fairness' is a perennial spring-flowering bulb with double ruffled blooms in chartreuse yellow and orange centers. It is sweetly scented and cold-hardy, making it a resilient choice for gardens. This low-maintenance plant is resistant to deer and rodents and thrives in full sun or partial shade with moderately moist, well-drained soil.