Plants
Tradescantia mundula 'Laekenensis Rainbow'
Tradescantia mundula 'Laekenensis Rainbow' is a fast-growing plant native to South America, including Argentina and Brazil. It is popular for its beautiful coloration and is often chosen by beginners for its ease of care.
Hydrangea serrata 'Hallasan'
Hydrangea serrata 'Hallasan' is a rare, dwarf hydrangea native to Hallasan National Park in South Korea. It is known for its compact, spreading nature and richly pigmented blooms. The plant features dark green foliage and is suitable for gardens that require a smaller, yet striking, hydrangea variety.
Homalomena humilis
Homalomena humilis is a versatile plant endemic to Kalimantan, Borneo, Indonesia, with thick, waxy leaves that vary in color from pink to green. It can grow both submersed and emersed, making it suitable for aquariums and terrariums. This easy-care plant thrives in low to medium light and does not require CO2, although it is recommended. Its adaptability and unique leaf patterns make it a popular choice for plant enthusiasts.
Neohenricia sibbettii
Neohenricia sibbettii is a succulent native to the Cape Provinces and Free State of South Africa. It has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, highlighting its ornamental value.
Lagenandra meeboldii
Lagenandra meeboldii is a Southeast Asian plant from the Araceae family, featuring dark green, glossy leaves in a rosette pattern. It is often used in aquariums as a midground or background plant due to its tolerance of various water conditions. The leaves can change color based on lighting.
Rhaphidophora pachyphylla
Rhaphidophora pachyphylla is a small shingling plant from New Guinea, known for its ability to cling to flat surfaces with aerial roots. It is ideal for terrarium backdrops, as it grows downward after reaching the top of a vivarium. This plant prefers moderate, indirect light and high humidity, rooting easily in moist sphagnum moss.
Dendrobium smillieae
Dendrobium smillieae is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid with large, spongy pseudobulbs and bright green leaves. It features bottlebrush-like flowers that are white, cream, or pink, and is native to regions from the Torres Strait Islands to New Guinea.
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Jubilation'
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Jubilation' is a Rex cultivar with large, fast-growing leaves that are silver with pink margins and centers. The main veins range from olive green to burgundy, and the plant produces pink flowers. Its vibrant foliage and branching habit make it a popular choice for those looking to add color and texture to their plant collection.
Hosta 'Blue Angel'
Hosta 'Blue Angel' is the largest of the blue hostas, forming a clump up to 6 feet wide with large, pointed blue leaves. It produces near-white flower clusters on tall scapes in late spring and is suitable for full shade to part shade gardens.
Rhaphidophora decursiva
Rhaphidophora decursiva is a climbing plant native to China, the Indian Subcontinent, and Indochina, known for its glossy green leaves that can grow several feet long. It resembles Monstera in its upright growth and thrives in moderate, indirect light with high humidity. This plant roots easily in moist sphagnum moss and prefers well-drained soil.
Dionaea muscipula 'Rouge Sombre'
Dionaea muscipula 'Rouge Sombre' is a Venus flytrap variety with a deep red mouth when exposed to full sun. The petiole remains green, and the plant requires bright light and specific water conditions. It is best grown in a south-facing window and needs a special soil mix to replicate its natural environment.
Begonia 'Mini Mo'
Begonia 'Mini Mo' is a miniature rhizomatous hybrid with black leaves featuring serrated margins and short hairs. The veins are light green at the point of petiole attachment. This compact grower is a cross of B. 'Mo Reese' and B. bowerae var. nigramarga.
Alocasia infernalis
Alocasia infernalis is a striking plant native to Kalimantan, Indonesia, and Sarawak, Malaysia. It features dark leaves with purple veins and a red iridescence that changes with light and angle. This plant is part of the Araceae family and is known for its unique foliage.
Hoya 'Michele'
Hoya 'Michele' is a unique hybrid developed by Mark Bernardo, featuring round, large leaves with raised veins and silver splashes. Named after Italian botanist Michele Rodda, this plant thrives in indirect light, where its leaves develop a deep green coloration. It has a trailing or twining growth habit and should be watered when the soil surface is dry.
Maihueniopsis clavarioides
Maihueniopsis clavarioides, also known as Dead man's fingers or Mushroom opuntia, is a small creeping cactus native to Argentina. It features conical segments and a fat taproot, thriving in full sun with a dry winter rest. This mountain cactus is frost-tolerant down to 23°F and is susceptible to overwatering, making it a unique and resilient choice for cactus enthusiasts.
Prunus persica 'July Prince'
This yellow freestone peach variety produces medium to large fruit by late summer or early fall, harvested from early to mid-August. The tree blooms bright pink flowers in early spring and grows 12-15 feet tall and wide. It requires 750-850 chill hours, is self-fertile, and thrives in full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Pothos 'Silver Streak'
Pothos 'Silver Streak' is a rare variety of pothos with large, thick, heart-shaped leaves in a deep green color. This plant is more difficult to find compared to other pothos varieties, making it a unique addition to indoor plant collections. It is well-suited for tropical indoor environments and is appreciated for its lush foliage.
Ficus carica 'Olympian'
Ficus carica 'Olympian' is a fast-growing fig tree that produces sweet, juicy fruits. It can reach up to 6 feet tall and wide in a single season, with oval-shaped leaves and an orange-brown bark. This hardy tree is drought-tolerant and provides ample shade.
Vinca minor
Vinca minor is a trailing subshrub native to Europe and Asia, known for its evergreen leaves and violet-purple flowers. It forms dense mats and is difficult to eradicate once established, making it a robust groundcover.
Begonia 'Harmony's Big Bang'
Begonia 'Harmony's Big Bang' is an easy-care plant with a bushy appearance and colorful blooms in shades of red, pink, yellow, or white. This begonia is known for its vibrant flowers and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Alocasia 'Metal Head'
Alocasia 'Metal Head' is a striking plant with arrowhead-shaped leaves featuring unique green vein patterns. Known for its bold foliage, this plant adds a dramatic touch to any indoor or outdoor space. It thrives in warm, humid environments and requires consistent moisture to maintain its lush appearance. The plant's distinctive leaves make it a popular choice for those looking to create a tropical atmosphere.
Elaphoglossum peltatum
Elaphoglossum peltatum is an epiphytic fern with leathery, dark green fronds forming a rosette. It thrives in humid, tropical environments and often grows on trees or rocks. This fern requires filtered light and consistent moisture, making it a unique addition to indoor or outdoor tropical plant collections.
Hydrangea paniculata 'Pinky Winky'
Hydrangea paniculata 'Pinky Winky' is a striking shrub known for its large, two-toned flower panicles. The blooms start white and gradually turn dark pink, providing a dynamic display from July to frost. This hydrangea grows 6-8 feet tall and wide, with foliage that turns burgundy red in the fall. It is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8 and prefers partial shade in hotter climates. The plant is adaptable to various soil types but requires well-drained conditions. It blooms on new wood, so pruning in fall or early spring is recommended.
Begonia rex
Begonia rex is a plant native to China, known for its large leaves with dark olive green and silver bands. The red underside of the leaves is covered with long white hairs, and it produces light pink flowers. This plant thrives in humid environments like greenhouses or terrariums.
Bucephalandra 'Round Wavy'
Bucephalandra 'Round Wavy' is a genus of flowering plants in the family Araceae, primarily found in Borneo. It grows as dense mats over stones or rocks in streams or rivers, with leaf colors ranging from dark blue to green, often with white, yellow, or red tinges. This plant grows best when attached to stone, rock, or driftwood and does not require CO2, making it suitable for beginner aquarists.
Hypoxis decumbens
Hypoxis decumbens is a South American plant with fuzzy, green, lily-like leaves and small yellow star-shaped flowers. It is drought and heat resistant, making it a resilient choice for accent planting.
Peperomia antoniana
Peperomia antoniana is a rare and compact plant native to Peru, notable for its silvery speckled, heart-shaped leaves with a metallic sheen. It thrives in moderate light and humidity, making it ideal for indoor environments. The plant's adventitious aerial roots allow it to adapt well to typical room conditions, rooting easily in moist soil or sphagnum moss. Its compact growth habit and adaptability make it a popular choice for terrariums and small spaces. Bright, indirect light is recommended to maintain its vibrant leaf coloration. This plant is perfect for those looking to add a touch of exotic foliage to their home.
Neoregelia smithii
Neoregelia smithii is a small to medium-sized bromeliad with green leaves and intense purple splotches under high light. It is epiphytic, holding water in its leaves, and provides deposition sites for tadpoles.
Bulbophyllum baileyi
Bulbophyllum baileyi, known as the fruit fly orchid, is an epiphytic or lithophytic species native to Queensland and New Guinea. It forms spreading clumps with curved, yellowish pseudobulbs and cream-colored flowers with yellow, red, or purple spots. It is pollinated by male fruit flies and has a pleasant, fruity fragrance.
Schizophragma 'Flirty Girl'
Schizophragma 'Flirty Girl' is a climbing plant that features white, lightly fragrant blooms and purple new growth that matures to dark green. It is suitable for USDA zone 5 and is ideal for adding vertical interest to gardens. This climber is known for its ornamental appeal and can be used to cover walls or trellises, providing a lush, green backdrop with its attractive foliage and delicate flowers.