Plants
Hymenocallis 'Sulphur Queen'
Hymenocallis 'Sulphur Queen' is a bi-generic hybrid with 18-inch long green strap-shaped leaves and large, trumpet-shaped soft yellow flowers. The plant blooms in July and is known for its wonderful fragrance, thriving best in dry conditions.
Vaccinium 'Northcountry'
Vaccinium 'Northcountry' is a very cold-hardy blueberry variety, producing 3-5 pounds of sky blue berries per mature plant. It features white-tinged pink flowers in spring and brilliant red fall foliage. This compact plant requires very acidic soil and thrives in full sun, offering high antioxidant content.
Rhamnus alaternus 'John Edwards'
Rhamnus alaternus 'John Edwards' is a fast-growing broadleaved evergreen with glossy, ovate leaves. It produces dark, coffee-colored berries and can be shaped for use in screening or as a specimen patio tree. This plant fits well into most landscapes and is valued for its adaptability and ornamental appeal.
Polygonatum humile 'Little Streaker'
Polygonatum humile 'Little Streaker' is a Japanese selection known for its dwarf stature and green leaves heavily striped with gold. This plant forms slowly spreading clumps and produces small white bells in mid-spring. Its compact size and striking foliage make it a charming addition to shade gardens or woodland settings.
Tradescantia 'Hawaiian Punch'
Tradescantia 'Hawaiian Punch' is a hybrid plant known for its long blooming season and reddish-purple flowers. It features green foliage and is appreciated for its vibrant color and extended flowering period. This plant is suitable for various garden settings, adding a splash of color.
Sedum 'Garnet Brocade'
Sedum 'Garnet Brocade' is a hybrid succulent known for its striking violet-purple stems and long grey foliage with a purple mid-vein. This plant grows up to 2 feet tall and produces large, airy panicles of pink buds in September, which open to reveal carmine-pink flowers. Its vibrant colors and unique texture make it a standout choice for sunny garden spots. Sedum 'Garnet Brocade' is drought-tolerant and rabbit-resistant, making it a low-maintenance option for gardeners. Its ability to attract butterflies adds ecological value, supporting local biodiversity. This plant's ornamental appeal and adaptability to various conditions make it a versatile addition to rock gardens, borders, or as a ground cover. Its hybrid nature ensures a robust growth habit, providing a reliable and eye-catching display throughout the growing season.
Lobivia arachnacantha
Lobivia arachnacantha, native to Bolivia, is a cactus with clusters of flattened to spherical stems and bright yellow flowers. It is resistant to cold and thrives in full sun to light shade, making it a unique addition to any cactus collection.
Heucherella 'Sweet Tea'
Heucherella 'Sweet Tea' is a shade garden favorite, known for its striking coppery-orange mounding leaves and white bell-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring. This plant is deer resistant and attracts pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds. It grows to a height of 20-27 inches and spreads about 28 inches wide, thriving in USDA zones 4 to 9. 'Sweet Tea' retains its vibrant color in both partial and full shade, making it a versatile addition to any garden.
Hosta 'On With The Show'
Hosta 'On With The Show' features dark glossy green leaves with a wide golden border, forming a 30-inch wide clump. In mid-June, it produces 2-foot tall stalks of light lavender flowers. This plant is suitable for part sun to light shade and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Baptisia alba var. macrophylla 'Illinois Form'
Baptisia alba var. macrophylla 'Illinois Form' is a perennial plant known for its large, pure white flowers. It can grow up to 5 feet tall and is native to the United States. This plant is resistant to rabbits and attracts butterflies, making it a great addition to sun or part sun gardens.
Nepenthes sibuyanensis
Nepenthes sibuyanensis is a fascinating carnivorous plant native to the slopes of Mt. Guiting-Guiting in the Philippines. It is known for its large, waxy pitchers that range in color from cream to iridescent red, with distinctive toothy peristomes. This plant is adaptable to various conditions and produces lower pitchers when in contact with a surface. The upper pitchers are less common and lighter in color. It is a weak climber with stems reaching up to 5 feet long and has thin, leathery leaves. The plant is endemic to Sibuyan Island and was first described in 1998. It grows at altitudes between 3,900 and 5,900 feet and is considered vulnerable due to its limited distribution. The plant's seeds are unique, lacking the papery ends typical of other Nepenthes species, which aids in local dispersion.
Bletilla 'Summer Moonshine'
Bletilla 'Summer Moonshine' is a hardy orchid with light yellow petals and a distinctive white throat, accented by magenta flecks. It blooms from mid-May through summer, with flower stalks reaching up to 30 inches. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts insects, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Eupatorium purpureum 'Baby Joe'
Eupatorium purpureum 'Baby Joe' is a compact plant reaching 3 feet tall, known for its highly branched flower heads. It thrives in moist ditches and garden soils of average moisture, attracting a variety of pollinators while being deer resistant.
Masdevallia lucernula
Masdevallia lucernula is a South American orchid species that thrives in cooler, high-humidity environments. It is part of the Orchidaceae family and is well-suited for cloud forests and high-altitude regions. This orchid requires filtered light and is known for its delicate and intricate blooms.
Hosta 'Alvatine Taylor'
Hosta 'Alvatine Taylor' is a broad-spreading clump-forming plant with elongated blue-green leaves edged in gold. It produces white flowers on 4-foot tall scapes in early summer, adding vertical interest to shade gardens. Its striking foliage and flowers make it a popular choice for hosta enthusiasts.
Nepenthes mirabilis var. globosa
Nepenthes mirabilis var. globosa is a unique carnivorous plant native to small areas in Thailand, known for its globose pitchers that vary in color from green to red. It grows in flooded or depressed areas and is best suited for lowland conditions. This plant is rooted in sand and has a tuberous rootstock, often found growing alongside its relative, var. mirabilis.
Helleborus hybridus 'Heronswood Violet Red Strain'
Helleborus hybridus 'Heronswood Violet Red Strain' is a single red-violet strain of lenten rose, known for its early blooming in February. This deer-resistant plant is seed-grown and was developed through a breeding program at the former Heronswood Nursery. It thrives in part sun to shade and is a hardy perennial, making it a reliable choice for winter and early spring gardens. 'Heronswood Violet Red Strain' adds a splash of color to shaded areas.
Ruscus aculeatus 'Christmas Berry'
Ruscus aculeatus 'Christmas Berry' is a dwarf evergreen plant with spiny, dark green cladodes and bright red berries in winter. It grows to about 1 foot tall and wide over five years and is self-fruiting. This plant is drought-tolerant and suitable for shaded garden areas.
Carex muskingumensis 'Ice Fountains'
Carex muskingumensis 'Ice Fountains' is an ornamental grass with variegated leaves featuring a prominent stripe down the center. The variegation is most noticeable in early spring but fades with hot temperatures. This plant is ideal for moist sites near garden ponds, adding texture and interest to water gardens.
Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Sapphire'
Symphyotrichum dumosum 'Sapphire' is a native plant from Maine to Texas, forming dense clumps about 16 inches tall and 2 feet wide. It produces 2-inch blue-lavender flowers from August through mid-September, attracting butterflies and adding color to gardens.
Euphorbia iharanae
Euphorbia iharanae is a critically endangered plant endemic to Madagascar, known for its tall, spiny stem and yellow flowers. It grows on rocky shores and is threatened by habitat loss.
Pyrus communis 'Summercrisp'
The Pyrus communis 'Summercrisp' is a cold-hardy pear tree known for its decorative nature and vertical branches that require minimal pruning. It produces crisp, juicy pears with a red blush, typically harvested in August. This variety is resistant to fireblight disease and, while self-fruiting, benefits from a pollination partner for better yield.
Alocasia cuprea 'Red Secret'
Alocasia cuprea 'Red Secret' is known for its large, metallic leaves that shimmer with copper and green hues, accented by a light pink sheen. The deeply corrugated leaves have nearly black veins and a rich maroon underside. It thrives in bright indoor light or part sun-shade outdoors, requiring well-drained soil and humidity. This plant is sensitive to temperatures below 55°F and above 90°F.
Citrus aurantium 'Moro'
Citrus aurantium 'Moro' is a citrus tree known for its deep red, seedless fruit high in Vitamin C and potassium. It requires full sun and well-drained acidic soil. This mid-season variety has a long hang time and low moisture needs.