Plants
Mammillaria karwinskiana
Mammillaria karwinskiana is a clustering cactus native to Mexico and Central America, forming mounds up to 12 inches high and wide. It features yellowish-green to dull green stems with small tubercles and spines. The cactus produces yellowish flowers with a reddish tinge and red club-shaped fruits. It requires well-drained soil and is cold-sensitive, tolerating light freezing if dry.
Dracaena 'Colorama'
Dracaena 'Colorama', also known as Dragon Tree, is an upright plant with long, strap-like leaves variegated in white, cream, or red. It prefers medium to bright direct sunlight and requires the soil to dry out between waterings. This plant is known for its air-purifying qualities and ease of care.
Cryptocoryne crispatula var. tonkinensis
Cryptocoryne crispatula var. tonkinensis is an aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia, known for its long, straw-like leaves that can range from green to reddish-brown. It adapts well to both emersed and submerged conditions, making it a popular choice for aquascaping. This plant is easy to care for, absorbing excess nutrients and providing shelter for aquatic life.
Croton 'Mammy'
Croton 'Mammy' is an evergreen shrub known for its brilliantly colored foliage, featuring hues of yellow, red, orange, purple, and green. It grows 3 to 8 feet tall and has large, thick, leathery leaves. This plant is suitable for both indoor and outdoor growing, requiring bright, direct light. However, it is toxic to pets, so caution is advised. Its vibrant colors and adaptability make it a popular choice for adding a tropical touch to gardens and homes.
Maianthemum racemosum
Maianthemum racemosum is a North American native woodland perennial with oblong-lanceolate leaves and white flowers that bloom in mid-spring. It produces red fruits in late summer and spreads by rhizomes. This plant is suitable for woodland gardens and has been recognized for its garden merit.
Dionaea muscipula 'King Henry'
Dionaea muscipula 'King Henry' is the largest cultivar of the Venus flytrap, reaching up to 6 inches tall with traps that can grow 1.5 inches long. This carnivorous plant features bright green petioles and traps that turn scarlet red in full sun. Native to the Carolinas, it thrives in moist peat moss and requires a cold dormancy period in winter. It is easy to grow outdoors or in a sunny windowsill and is hardy across most of the USA.
Sauromatum venosum
Sauromatum venosum is a tropical-looking aroid native to Asia and Africa, notable for its peculiar inflorescence with violet and yellow patterning. This plant is thermogenic, generating its own heat, and emits a putrid odor to attract pollinators. It features a giant hand-shaped leaf that emerges after flowering and forms a colony over time. The plant is cultivated as an ornamental and thrives in forest and riparian meadow environments.
Scindapsus pictus 'Silvery Ann'
Scindapsus pictus 'Silvery Ann' is a satin pothos cultivar with high silvery variegation on its succulent, heart-shaped leaves. It can be used in hanging baskets or allowed to climb a support, thriving in shade to partial shade. This plant grows well in temperatures ranging from 50 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit and requires the soil to dry out between waterings.
Adonis amurensis
Adonis amurensis is a perennial plant native to East Asia, known for its striking golden yellow flowers that bloom in early spring. This spring ephemeral thrives in moist, rich soils and prefers lightly shaded locations, making it ideal for woodland gardens. The plant's bright yellow daisies appear on 8-inch tall stalks, while its foliage can expand up to 15 inches tall until summer. It is well-suited for alpine and subalpine zones, adding a touch of early color to gardens.
Filipendula ulmaria
Filipendula ulmaria is a deciduous shrub with fragrant flower clusters that attract pollinators. It features conical spikes of white or pale pink blooms and golden-yellow foliage in autumn. This plant is cold-hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7 and grows 3 to 4 feet tall and wide. It thrives in wet prairies and riparian areas and is drought tolerant once established.
Cucurbita pepo 'Costata Romanesco'
Cucurbita pepo 'Costata Romanesco' is a unique type of squash known for its high-quality, fluted fruits and complex flavor. The tender skin can grow up to 18 inches long, though it is traditionally harvested at 4 to 5 inches in Italy. This plant is notable for its large production of male blossoms, which are often used in cooking.
Nigella damascena 'African Bride'
Nigella damascena 'African Bride' is a plant native to northern Africa and southwest Europe, known for its dual-colored blooms and airy foliage. It is well-adapted to dry conditions, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. Nigella damascena adds a touch of whimsy to gardens with its delicate flowers and feathery foliage. This plant is ideal for naturalistic or cottage garden settings, providing a soft contrast to more structured plants.
Sarracenia 'Maroon'
Sarracenia 'Maroon' is a compact, ruffled hybrid of S. purpurea x rubra, known for its dark maroon color and fragrant dark red flowers in early spring. It thrives in open, sunny, boggy conditions and is a naturally occurring hybrid.
Butia odorata
Butia odorata, a slow-growing palm native to southern Brazil and Uruguay, is known for its thick trunk and arching feather-like leaves. It can reach up to 10 feet in height and produces highly aromatic fruit. This palm is one of the hardiest of its kind, tolerating temperatures as low as 15 degrees Fahrenheit. It thrives in sandy and rocky soils and is often found in small clusters in its native habitat. The fruit is sweet and sour, with a taste reminiscent of pineapple and apricot. It is a popular ornamental plant in Mediterranean Europe and the southern USA.
Peperomia serpens 'Variegata'
Peperomia serpens 'Variegata' is a trailing plant with heart-shaped light green leaves edged in cream. It is fast-growing, shade-tolerant, and thrives in temperatures between 45 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant is easy to care for and ideal for hanging baskets.
Acer rubrum 'Hosr'
Acer rubrum 'Hosr', or Red Maple, is a fast-growing deciduous tree with a narrow, dense growth habit. It is known for its vibrant red leaves in spring, dark purplish-green foliage in summer, and striking yellow and orange colors in fall. This tree is adaptable to urban environments and wet soil conditions, making it suitable for a variety of landscapes. It can grow up to 6 feet per year, reaching a mature height of 35 to 40 feet. It thrives in USDA zones 3-9 and provides excellent shade.
Viburnum odoratissimum
Viburnum odoratissimum is a shrub or small tree native to Asia, known for its glossy elliptical leaves and pyramid-shaped clusters of fragrant white flowers. It produces red berries that age to black and thrives in warm, frost-free climates.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Pistachio'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Pistachio' is celebrated for its revolutionary color palette, featuring reds, purples, and pistachio green. This unique hydrangea adds vibrant hues to gardens and is suitable for USDA zone 6. Its striking colors make it a standout choice for gardeners looking to add a bold statement to their landscape.
Tradescantia zebrina
Tradescantia zebrina, also known as inch plant or wandering jew, is a creeping plant with zebra-patterned leaves. The leaves are bluish-green with silver stripes and a purple underside, forming dense mats or trailing vines. It thrives in shade to partial shade and requires minimal maintenance, making it a popular houseplant or groundcover.
Begonia 'Coral Sea'
Begonia 'Coral Sea' is a cane-like hybrid developed by Brad Thompson, featuring medium-sized dark green leaves with faint silver spots. It produces large clusters of coral pink flowers and prefers bright, indirect light. This begonia thrives in optimal humidity levels of 40 to 60% and grows 15 to 24 inches tall. Its vibrant flowers and unique foliage make it a standout choice for indoor or shaded garden areas.
Athyrium asplenioides
Athyrium asplenioides is a deciduous fern with an Asplenium-like appearance, growing between 1 and 3 feet tall. It is deer-resistant and adaptable to both moist sunny gardens and dry shade. This native fern features upright, light green fronds and a clumping growth habit, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Shortia galacifolia
Shortia galacifolia is a rare North American plant found in the southern Appalachian Mountains. It features creamy-white flowers in spring and prefers loamy soil with high humus content. This plant forms dense mats and is associated with a variety of tree species, making it a unique addition to shaded, well-drained gardens.
Oreomecon nudicaulis
Oreomecon nudicaulis is a boreal flowering plant native to subpolar regions of Asia and North America. It features large, papery, bowl-shaped flowers and feathery blue-green foliage. This drought-tolerant plant is hardy in USDA zones 3a-10b and is known for its fragrant blooms.
Neoregelia 'Super Fireball'
Neoregelia 'Super Fireball' is a medium-sized bromeliad that changes color from dark green to red depending on light intensity. It is epiphytic and forms clumps by producing pups.
Buxus 'Sb108'
This evergreen plant is naturally resistant to diseases and pests and is deer-resistant. It is hardy in zones 5-8 and requires low maintenance, thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It reaches about 5 feet in height and width with a growth rate of 3-6 inches per year.
Carex siderosticta
Carex siderosticta is a species of sedge native to East Asia, known for its green-and-white edged leaves. This plant spreads slowly and non-aggressively, forming a 6-inch tall groundcover. Carex siderosticta is deer-resistant and suitable for moist or average garden soils, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings. Its unique foliage brightens spring woodland gardens, creating a solid, non-weedy mat that adds interest to shaded areas.
Viola cornuta 'Back To Black'
Viola cornuta 'Back To Black' is a perennial with deep purple 3/4-inch flowers that bloom in the cool weather of spring and fall. Ideal for covering spring bulbs, this deer-resistant plant can also bloom through winter in mild climates.
Alocasia 'Scalptum'
Alocasia 'Scalptum' is a tropical indoor plant known for its elongated leaves that resemble a scalpel, originating from Southeast Asia. It belongs to the aroid family and is typically grown in small pots, making it suitable for indoor environments.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Tokyo Delight'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Tokyo Delight' is a small lacecap hydrangea with white florets that turn pink or blue as they mature. Its dark green leaves develop hints of red and purple in the fall, adding seasonal interest. This variety was introduced by L. de Rothschild before 1940.
Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Black Queen'
Zamioculcas zamiifolia 'Black Queen' is a hardy houseplant with a striking transition from green to black leaves. It tolerates low light and requires thorough drying before watering. This plant thrives in well-lit areas away from direct sunlight and benefits from monthly slow-release fertilizer.