Plants
Epimedium grandiflorum
Epimedium grandiflorum, native to Japan and Korea, is a deciduous perennial with red stems and green heart-shaped leaves. It produces long-spurred flowers in pink, white, yellow, or purple in early spring. This deer-resistant plant is a popular groundcover for woodland gardens.
Syngonium podophyllum 'Confetti'
Syngonium podophyllum 'Confetti' is an evergreen climber prized for its arrow-shaped, light green leaves with pink splashes. This plant is popular for its attractive variegated foliage, which includes shades of green, pink, and cream. It thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers consistently moist soil, making it a great choice for indoor environments. With proper care, including pruning and propagation through stem cuttings, it can be encouraged to grow bushier.
Peperomia 'Ginny'
Peperomia 'Ginny' is a compact tropical plant with variegated oval-shaped leaves edged in red. Its thick leaves retain water, making it low maintenance and easy to care for. This plant is pet-friendly and thrives in low light conditions, making it ideal for indoor environments.
Deparia pycnosora
Deparia pycnosora is a deciduous groundcover fern native to Asia, thriving on moist rocky cliffs. It resembles a giant Thelypteris noveboracensis, with 3-foot tall pubescent fronds forming dense patches. This fern is ideal for shaded garden areas, adding texture and greenery to the landscape.
Philodendron erubescens 'White Knight'
Philodendron erubescens 'White Knight' is a tropical plant with striking variegated leaves. It grows well in low to moderate light and high humidity, making it ideal for terrariums or greenhouses. The plant features aerial roots, which aid in its propagation.
Carex digitata
Carex digitata, commonly known as finger sedge, is a dwarf sedge native to Europe and western Asia. It forms attractive clumps of dark green foliage and is typically found in shady, deciduous forests. This plant is well-suited for gardens that mimic its natural habitat, providing a lush, green ground cover.
Ricinus communis
Ricinus communis, commonly known as the castor bean plant, features large, bronze-red leaves and scarlet seed heads. It is heat- and drought-tolerant, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators. However, it is extremely toxic if ingested and can cause contact dermatitis.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Smnhml'
A mountain hydrangea variety, this plant produces flower buds along the entire stem and has lacecap blooms that start rich pink or purple and transition to strawberry pink or lavender. It has lush green foliage with serrated edges and reaches a mature height of 3-4 feet. The plant thrives in USDA zones 4-9 and prefers partial sun or dappled shade.
Helleborus viridis
Helleborus viridis is a semi-evergreen perennial native to Central and Western Europe, known for its thick, hand-like foliage and 1-inch apple-green flowers. It blooms from February through May and is found on limestone and chalk-based soils. All parts of this plant are poisonous, and it is considered invasive in some regions.
Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum
Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum, native to South America, is a tropical plant with large, deeply lobed leaves. It prefers warm, humid environments and moderate to bright indirect light. This plant is known for its air-purifying qualities and is a popular choice for indoor spaces.
Buxus 'Heritage'
This compact and versatile plant is blight-resistant and has glossy green leaves. It grows 3-4 feet in height and 2-3 feet in width, making it ideal for low hedges and topiary designs. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5-9 and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.
Philodendron 'White Wizard'
Philodendron 'White Wizard' is a rare tropical plant with broad, heart-shaped leaves featuring unique white and green variegation. Originating from South America, it thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity. This plant can grow up to 4 feet tall and requires support for its vining habit. It prefers a well-draining, moist soil and can be propagated through cuttings. Known for its low maintenance, it also purifies the air by removing pollutants.
Dianthera candicans
Dianthera candicans is a tropical shrub characterized by its narrow green leaves and clusters of long tubular flowers. It has a bushy growth habit with arching stems and blooms from spring to fall. Preferring shade to partial shade, this plant grows 8 to 12 inches tall and requires soil to dry slightly between waterings. It thrives in temperatures ranging from 45 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
Begonia abdullahpieei
Begonia abdullahpieei is a critically endangered rhizomatous species from Peninsular Malaysia, featuring oval-shaped green leaves with red veins. It grows near streams and waterfalls, forming a compact mound with pink and white flowers. Extra humidity is recommended for optimal growth.
Tillandsia filifolia
Tillandsia filifolia is a unique air plant native to Central America, particularly Costa Rica and Mexico. It features a rosette shape with thread-like, needle-shaped leaves and can grow up to 6 inches tall and 8 inches wide. This epiphyte thrives in semi-shaded areas with good airflow and requires frequent watering, but it does not need soil to grow. It produces small white to lilac flowers and is known for its slow growth and winter dormancy. Not frost-hardy, it propagates through pups at the base of the flowers.
Anthurium magnificum 'Ace Of Spades'
Anthurium magnificum 'Ace Of Spades' is a striking plant known for its unique combination of traits inherited from its parent species. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires a well-drained potting medium with high humidity levels of 60% or more. The soil should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged. This plant belongs to the Araceae family and is appreciated for its ornamental foliage.
Tetrapanax papyrifer
Tetrapanax papyrifer, known for its tropical appearance, is a fast-growing shrub with large, fuzzy leaves resembling those of the castor bean plant. It is a dieback perennial north of Zone 8 but thrives as a shrub in warmer climates. This plant spreads underground in good soils and adds a bold, exotic touch to gardens with its impressive foliage.
Hosta 'Guacamole'
Hosta 'Guacamole' is a medium-sized plant with chartreuse green foliage and darker green margins. It produces large, fragrant white flowers in late summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This hosta grows best in partial to full shade and is more sun-tolerant than most hostas. It prefers rich, organic, well-drained soil and can grow up to 2 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Murdannia keisak
Murdannia keisak, also known as marsh dewflower, is an annual plant with succulent, prostrate stems and three-petaled flowers. Native to East Asia, it is associated with rice cultivation and can spread aggressively, forming a solid mat. It is considered invasive in some areas.
Biophytum sensitivum
Biophytum sensitivum, found in tropical regions of India and Southeast Asia, is known for its fern-like foliage and rapid leaf movement in response to touch. Rich in beneficial compounds, it is used for medicinal purposes and is easy to care for, making it a fascinating addition to plant collections.
Juncus inflexus
Juncus inflexus, commonly known as the hard rush, is a perennial native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. It features stiff, glaucous stems with vertical ridges, forming a clump of rigid grey-blue stems that arch at the top. This plant thrives in moist, open areas and prefers heavy, base-rich or neutral soils. Blooming from late spring to midsummer, it adds structural interest to gardens and is well-suited for wetland or rain garden settings.
Aristolochia serpentaria
Aristolochia serpentaria, or Virginia snakeroot, is a native plant of eastern North America with pipe-shaped flowers and heart-shaped leaves. It serves as a larval host for swallowtail butterflies and is endangered in some states.