Plants
Scindapsus 'Pictus Exotica'
Scindapsus 'Pictus Exotica' is an easy-care, fast-growing vining plant with big heart-shaped green leaves and shimmery silver variegation. It prefers bright, indirect light and can grow over 8 feet long indoors. This plant is easily propagated, making it a popular choice for indoor gardening.
Calathea 'Beauty Star'
Calathea 'Beauty Star' is a tropical plant native to the Americas, prized for its decorative leaves. Some species produce colorful inflorescences, making them popular as pot plants. This plant thrives in low light conditions, making it suitable for indoor environments.
Fargesia murielae
Fargesia murielae is a large, clump-forming evergreen bamboo native to the mountains of central China. It grows up to 10-14 feet tall with canes that are about 0.5 inches in diameter. This bamboo is hardy to 5°F and thrives in USDA zones 5 through 9. Its new shoots are light blue with tan sheaths, maturing to yellowish-green, and it prefers afternoon shade. Notably, it is non-invasive and has a monocarpic life cycle, flowering once before dying.
Rhododendron 'Hino Crimson'
This short shrub features fiery red flowers that appear in mid-spring and last until summer. Its foliage stays green in summer and turns bronze and red in fall. The plant grows best in partial shade and prefers moist, humus-rich acidic soil that drains well. It grows 2-3 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide and makes a great container plant.
Scutellaria resinosa
Native from Kansas through Arizona, this plant is suitable for well-drained rock gardens. It has sprawling stems with tiny rounded leaves and dark purple snapdragon-like flowers in summer.
Asplenium trichomanes
Asplenium trichomanes, commonly known as a small fern in the spleenwort genus, is found worldwide in rocky habitats. It forms tufts from a short, scaly rhizome and features evergreen fronds that are long and narrow. This fern is hardy down to -4°F and prefers shaded areas, making it suitable for woodland rock gardens.
Ephedra nebrodensis
Ephedra nebrodensis is a Mediterranean native plant known for its sprawling clump of tangled blue-green stems. It grows up to 2 feet in height with a 4-foot spread and lacks leaves, making it a unique addition to gardens. This plant thrives in sunny conditions and is well-suited for Mediterranean-style landscapes.
Lagerstroemia 'Natchez'
Lagerstroemia 'Natchez' is a crape myrtle with pristine white blossoms and an upright growth habit. It can reach a mature height of 20-30 feet and thrives in USDA zones 7-9. This plant is relatively drought-tolerant once established.
Echinocereus viereckii
This plant, native to Mexico, is notable for its floppy, crumpled stems that can reach up to 50 cm long and change color from green to purple under bright light. It produces magenta funnel-shaped flowers from late spring to summer and is extremely drought-tolerant. The plant requires minimal watering and thrives in well-drained soil. It is cold hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and can be easily propagated through division, grafting, or seeds. Its resilience and ease of care make it a popular choice for gardeners.
Calathea pilosa
Calathea pilosa is a tropical indoor plant with bright green leaves and striking yellow patterning. It is known for its air-purifying qualities and is pet-friendly, making it a popular choice for households.
Agastache foeniculum
Agastache foeniculum, commonly known as anise hyssop, is a perennial plant in the mint family native to North America. It is recognized for its tolerance to deer and drought, as well as its appeal to pollinators. The plant grows 2 to 4 feet tall with a clump-like, upright shape and features showy lavender flowers from June to September. Its oval, toothed leaves have a white tint underneath, and the plant produces a taproot. Anise hyssop is valued for its use in teas, potpourri, and as a seasoning, and it has been used medicinally by Native Americans. Its vibrant flowers and aromatic leaves make it a favorite for pollinator gardens.
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'
Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea', also known as Golden Creeping Jenny, is a low-growing groundcover with dime-sized golden leaves. It can be grown submerged or emersed and is common in flooded areas, though it can be invasive. This plant produces small yellow flowers and prefers a bit of morning sun for its golden color.
Scadoxus puniceus
Scadoxus puniceus, native to South Africa, is known for its unique flower head resembling an orange shaving cream brush. It emerges in mid-April with speckled stems and glossy leaves. This plant is used medicinally and can be grown outdoors in Zone 7b or as a potted plant in colder areas.
Sedum lineare 'Variegatum'
Sedum lineare 'Variegatum' is an evergreen groundcover known for its striking green leaves edged in white. This low-growing perennial forms a non-weedy mat and is highly drought-tolerant, making it ideal for sunny locations. It rarely flowers, but when it does, it produces small yellow blooms. The plant thrives in well-draining soil and requires minimal watering, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. It can withstand temperatures as low as 40°F, but prefers ample light to maintain its vibrant foliage. This sedum is versatile in reproduction and can adapt to various garden settings, including rock gardens and living walls.
Cleretum bellidiforme
Cleretum bellidiforme is a succulent native to South Africa, known for its neon flowers and dense, spreading foliage. It thrives in hot, dry environments and is suitable for borders, rock gardens, or containers. The flowers close at night and during cloudy weather, adding a dynamic element to garden displays.
Goeppertia roseopicta 'Little Princess'
Goeppertia roseopicta 'Little Princess' is a charming plant known for its air-purifying qualities. Its leaves curl up at night and unfurl in the morning, adding a dynamic element to its appearance. It thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and requires a moist, high-humidity environment.
Echeveria 'Atlantis'
Echeveria 'Atlantis' is a vibrant succulent native to Mexico, known for its blue to green leaves with pink edges and pink-orange flowers in spring. It is easy to care for, making it suitable for beginners, and requires bright light with protection from direct sunlight. The plant prefers granular soil and is not cold hardy, requiring protection in cold weather. Its rosette shape and powdery leaf coating add to its visual appeal.
Peperomia 'Obtipan'
Peperomia 'Obtipan' is a small, easy-care houseplant with a diverse appearance, featuring various leaf shapes and colors. Its compact size and low maintenance make it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Thermopsis lanceolata
Thermopsis lanceolata, native to Russia, is an early-season flowering perennial with bright yellow, baptisia-like flowers. It grows in 3-foot tall clumps with peanut-like leaves and thrives in sunny locations.
Goeppertia veitchiana
Goeppertia veitchiana, also known as 'Medallion Calathea', is a houseplant with large, show-stopping foliage featuring dark green and bright pink patterns. It thrives in medium to bright indirect light and high humidity, requiring well-draining soil and distilled water to avoid leaf distress.
Euphorbia susannae
Euphorbia susannae is a small clustering succulent with chubby stems and rows of tubercles. It produces yellow flowers from round seed capsules, blooming in fall or spring. This plant grows up to 4 inches tall and 12 inches in diameter, thriving in full indirect sunlight and requiring regular watering to prevent root rot.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Garden Baudirector Kuhnert'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Garden Baudirector Kuhnert' is a shy bloomer with large blue flowers in acidic soil. These flowers are suitable for cutting and drying, making them a versatile addition to gardens. This plant thrives in USDA zone 6.
Triolena obliqua
Triolena obliqua is a small plant native to Peru and Panama, known for its upright growth and serrated leaves. It thrives as an epiphyte in high humidity environments, making it suitable for terrariums. This plant is appreciated for its adaptability and unique foliage.
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Burning Embers'
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Burning Embers' is a hybrid with metallic pink and silver-spotted leaves, black veins, and a dark pink margin. It prefers shade to partial sun and grows 8 to 12 inches tall, requiring the soil to dry between waterings.
Cryptocoryne willisii
Cryptocoryne willisii is an ideal aquarium plant with slender, bright green leaves and brown stems, resembling tall reeds of thick grass. It is easy to care for, with low to medium light requirements, and can be grown emersed or submerged. This plant is perfect for foreground or midground placement in aquariums.
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Mother Of Pearl'
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Mother Of Pearl' is a Rex hybrid begonia with iridescent leaves that shimmer with metallic pink and pearl-like spots. It requires high humidity and grows best in shade to partial shade, reaching a height of 10 to 12 inches. This begonia is ideal for adding a touch of elegance to indoor or shaded garden areas.
Agave chrysantha
Agave chrysantha is a large agave native to central Arizona, known for its grayish-yellow leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in volcanic cliffs and attracts hummingbirds.
Primula vulgaris
Primula vulgaris is a winter-hardy primrose hybrid with dense clusters of double blue flowers. It is summer dormant and prefers bright shade or a few hours of direct sun. The plant thrives in moist, well-drained soils and tolerates brief periods of drought. Its rosettes of green leaves reach about 7 inches tall and 1 foot wide, making it suitable for woodland and rock gardens.
Philodendron erubescens 'Red Emerald'
Philodendron erubescens 'Red Emerald', also known as the Blushing Philodendron, is a climbing aroid with deep red petioles and emerald green leaves. It thrives in moderate, indirect light and high humidity, making it ideal for terrariums.