Plants
Tephrocactus aoracanthus
Tephrocactus aoracanthus, also known as Cereus ovatus, is a hazardous cactus species notable for its fierce spines. It thrives in the high plains of Argentina, adapting well to varying radiation and temperature conditions, withstanding frost down to 15°F. This cactus grows slowly, reaching heights of 1 to 3 feet and spreading up to 10 feet in diameter. It requires full sun to light shade and is best watered actively in spring and summer, remaining dry in winter. The plant's main growing period is in spring, and it features bright yellow flowers. It is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 9a to 11.
Begonia 'Looking Glass'
Begonia 'Looking Glass' is a cane-like hybrid begonia with striking silver leaves and wide olive green veins, with red undersides. It grows upright with medium-sized clusters of pink flowers and prefers bright light. This plant is fast and easy to grow, making it a popular choice for indoor or outdoor gardens.
Maranta 'Beauty Kim'
Maranta 'Beauty Kim' is a low-maintenance plant with big oval-shaped leaves and fascinating foliage. It is easy to care for and propagate, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Begonia 'Autumn Twist'
Begonia 'Autumn Twist' is a small-leaved rhizomatous hybrid with foliage that changes color from light green to yellow, copper, and reds. It is a hybrid of B. 'Angel Glow' and B. bowerae nigramarga.
Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Duffii'
Nephrolepis cordifolia 'Duffii' is the smallest of the Boston ferns, growing to about 12 inches in height and width. It features small green-gold button-like leaves and thrives in shade with filtered light. This pet-friendly plant requires consistent moisture and humidity, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor arrangements.
Begonia 'Jelly Roll Morton'
Begonia 'Jelly Roll Morton' is a rhizomatous begonia named after the jazz musician Jelly Roll Morton. It features olive green leaves with silver spots and red veins, arranged in a graceful swirl. This plant grows in an open mound, adding a touch of elegance to indoor or shaded garden spaces.
Lilium iridollae
Lilium iridollae is a rare lily native to the southeastern United States, known for its tall growth and striking flowers that range from orange to pale yellow. It thrives in boggy conditions alongside carnivorous plants and is pollinated by large swallowtail butterflies. This plant is endangered in some areas and requires specific conditions to flourish.
Begonia 'Flamingo Dancer'
Begonia 'Flamingo Dancer' is a cane-like hybrid from Australia with emerald green leaves featuring serrated margins and silver spots. It produces vibrant pink flowers in dangling clusters and thrives in bright, indirect light. This plant prefers temperatures between 50 and 95 degrees and humidity levels of 40-50%. It is a member of the Begoniaceae family and adds a tropical touch to indoor spaces.
Dianthus 'Coconut Surprise'
Dianthus 'Coconut Surprise' is a perennial known for its white double and semidouble flowers with burgundy centers and a spicy fragrance. It forms evergreen foliage that creates attractive tussocks and has a long bloom period. This plant is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in full sun to part shade. It is suitable for USDA Zones 5-9 and prefers well-drained garden soil.
Begonia 'Brad Thompson'
Begonia 'Brad Thompson' is an eyelash begonia with leaves that transition from green to yellow to dark orange, mottled with black at the edges. Named after hybridizer Brad Thompson, this plant grows 8 to 10 inches tall and prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil.
Potamogeton lucens
Potamogeton lucens is an aquatic perennial native to Eurasia and North Africa, thriving in calcareous freshwater habitats. It has large, translucent leaves and produces creamy white flowers from summer to fall, improving water quality by providing oxygen.
Hoya 'Breelyn'
Hoya 'Breelyn' is a trailing or twining plant that thrives in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. It requires watering when the soil surface is dry and belongs to the Apocynaceae family. This plant is known for its attractive foliage and easy care.
Arisaema amurense
Arisaema amurense, commonly known as the cobra lily, is an easy-to-grow plant that forms a fast-multiplying clump in woodland gardens. It features a unique green and white striped pitcher flower with a hood, emerging early in spring.
Barbarea verna
Barbarea verna, a biennial herb in the Brassicaceae family, is high in vitamins A and C and has been cultivated since the 17th century. Native to southern Europe and western Asia, it is a winter green plant that grows easily in gardens. Its leaves are used in sandwiches, salads, and soups as a substitute for watercress.
Iris lazica
Iris lazica is a beardless rhizomatous iris native to the Black Sea coast of Turkey and Georgia. It features broad evergreen leaves and pale lilac flowers that appear in late winter or early spring. This plant prefers moist conditions and tolerates some shade, making it suitable for woodland gardens.
Hoya 'Minibelle' 'splash'
Hoya 'Minibelle' 'splash' is a cross between Hoya shepardii and Hoya carnosa, known for its trailing or twining growth habit. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires the soil to dry slightly between waterings. This plant prefers a humidity level of around 60%, making it ideal for indoor environments.
Lemmaphyllum microphyllum
Lemmaphyllum microphyllum is a small, semi-succulent fern native to Japan, India, Korea, and Vietnam. It can grow epiphytically or as a ground sprawler, preferring moderate, indirect light and high humidity. This fern thrives in moist soil or sphagnum moss, making it ideal for terrariums or humid environments.
Philodendron 'Moonlight'
Philodendron 'Moonlight' is a hybrid variety known for its bright, almost fluorescent green foliage. It has a low clumping growth habit and thrives in warm, humid conditions with bright, indirect light. This plant is low maintenance and can grow up to 2-4 feet tall.
Lathyrus odoratus 'Beaujolais'
Lathyrus odoratus 'Beaujolais' is a Spencer-type sweet pea with deep, rich color and large flowers on sturdy, long stems. It blooms over a longer period and is ideal for bouquets and table-top arrangements, but is toxic if ingested.
Begonia chlorosticta
Begonia chlorosticta is a moderately growing species from Sarawak, Malaysia, known for its elliptic leaves with green and white spots. It thrives in terrarium conditions, requiring moderate, indirect light and high humidity. The plant's leaves range from burgundy to dark green with chartreuse blotches, and it features red veins near the petiole. This begonia is ideal for humid greenhouses or terrariums, adding a tropical touch to indoor plant collections.
Orostachys malacophylla
Orostachys malacophylla is a low-growing succulent related to sedums, forming dense clumps of fleshy green rosettes. Native to regions like China and Mongolia, it reaches about 2 inches in height and spreads up to a foot wide. This plant is ideal for rock gardens due to its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in sunny conditions. It produces flowers in the summer and is known for its shorter red stolons compared to similar species. Orostachys malacophylla is a hardy choice for xeriscaping and can withstand dry conditions, making it a practical addition to gardens that require minimal watering.
Echeveria 'Pulidanis'
Echeveria 'Pulidanis' is a Mexican succulent with tidy rosettes of blue-green leaves edged in crimson when exposed to bright sunlight. This slow-growing plant thrives in well-draining soil and requires deep but infrequent watering. It is pet-safe and blooms with butter-yellow flowers, adding a cheerful touch to any succulent collection. The plant's striking appearance and easy care make it a favorite among succulent enthusiasts.
Uvularia sessilifolia
Uvularia sessilifolia is a native plant to eastern and central North America, growing in woodlands with wet or dry soils. It features strap-like leaves and yellow, narrowly bell-shaped flowers in spring. This plant spreads asexually by long underground stolons and is suitable for shaded woodland areas, adding a touch of native beauty to garden landscapes.
Scindapsus officinalis
Scindapsus officinalis is a large climbing liana native to tropical forests in South and Southeast Asia. It features thick stems and broad, dark green leaves with silver variegation. This epiphytic plant grows on trees and rocks, making it suitable for climbing or trailing in indoor settings.
Begonia 'Harmony's Curly Black Beauty'
Begonia 'Harmony's Curly Black Beauty' is a bushy plant known for its bright red, pink, yellow, or white flowers. Its unique appearance makes it a standout in any garden or indoor setting.
Neoregelia 'Ardie'
Neoregelia 'Ardie' is a medium to large-sized bromeliad with a bright white center and green leaf margins. This epiphytic plant holds water in its leaves and forms pups from the mature plant. It requires fresh water weekly and adequate ventilation to thrive. Its striking appearance and ability to grow in various environments make it a popular choice for tropical plant enthusiasts.
Drosera helodes
Drosera helodes is a carnivorous plant native to Western Australia, known for its unique water requirements. It thrives in sunny locations and requires distilled, reverse osmosis, or rainwater. This plant is a fascinating addition to any carnivorous plant collection.
Dalea purpurea
Dalea purpurea, commonly known as purple prairie clover, is a North American native plant with wiry stalks and fern-like foliage. It blooms in summer with dense spikes of bright purple flowers, attracting butterflies and other insects. This sun-loving plant is drought-tolerant and has a deep taproot, making it ideal for prairie restoration and erosion control.
Tillandsia ionantha 'Mexico'
This flowering air plant is native to South and Central America and has bright green foliage that grows in an umbrella-like fashion. The tips turn red at the start of the flowering period.