Plants
Allium ampeloprasum ssp. porrum
Allium ampeloprasum ssp. porrum, known for its mild onion flavor, is a cold-tolerant plant that can withstand temperatures as low as 20°F. It produces compact stems that thicken without forming bulbs and can be left in the garden for an extended harvest.
Pilea cadierei
Pilea cadierei, commonly known as the Aluminium Plant, is an evergreen perennial native to southern China and Vietnam. It features dark-green, oval leaves with silvery patches and can grow up to 60 cm tall. This plant is known for its attractive leaf patterns and ability to thrive in bright, indirect light with moderate humidity. It is non-toxic to pets and easy to propagate, making it a popular choice for indoor gardens.
Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana
Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana is a species of orchid endemic to the Philippines. Known for its beautiful blooms, this orchid is a popular choice among collectors and enthusiasts. It thrives in warm, humid environments typical of its native habitat.
Alocasia 'Silver Dragon'
Alocasia 'Silver Dragon' is a compact plant with light green to silvery leaves and dark-green veins. Its heart-shaped leaves on upright stems make it ideal for terrariums and terrestrial pots, adding a touch of elegance to indoor spaces.
Asarum shuttleworthii
Asarum shuttleworthii is a clumping plant native to the southeastern United States, known for its glossy, dark evergreen foliage with wide silver vein patterning. It produces dark purple, barrel-shaped flowers in late spring. This plant is ideal for moist to boggy acidic sites and can be used as a groundcover or border plant. Its unique foliage and flowers make it a standout in shade gardens.
Episcia 'Blackfoot'
Episcia 'Blackfoot' is a dark-leaved variety with bright red flowers, thriving in shade to partial shade conditions. It grows 6 to 8 inches tall and prefers to be slightly dry between waterings. This plant is part of the Gesneriaceae family and is well-suited for indoor environments with moderate temperature ranges.
Primulina 'Dale's Exotic Aroma'
Primulina 'Dale's Exotic Aroma' is a charming houseplant related to African Violets, known for its easy care and lovely lavender blooms. This plant is part of the gesneriad family and is often referred to as an Asian violet or chirita. It thrives in indoor environments, making it a popular choice for plant enthusiasts looking for a low-maintenance addition to their home. The blooms of Primulina 'Dale's Exotic Aroma' are not only visually appealing but also add a touch of elegance to any room. This plant prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered moderately to keep the soil slightly moist. Its compact size makes it ideal for small spaces or as part of a larger indoor plant collection.
Neoregelia 'Gizmo'
Neoregelia 'Gizmo' is a micro-sized bromeliad with bright green leaves featuring albomargination and pink dots under high light. This epiphytic plant attaches to other plants, rocks, or backgrounds and holds water in its leaves, providing a habitat for small creatures like tadpoles. It forms pups from the mature plant, creating clumps over time. Neoregelia 'Gizmo' requires fresh water weekly and good ventilation, making it a unique and colorful addition to tropical plant collections.
Hedera helix 'Eva'
Hedera helix 'Eva' is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant ivy with a trailing and mounding habit. It features white-edged, silvery green leaves and is suitable as a ground cover or for arrangements. This easy-to-grow plant is known for its quick growth.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rosy Splendor'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rosy Splendor' is a compact, semi-dwarf hydrangea known for its heavy flowering and double petals. The color of its blooms changes with soil pH, offering a dynamic display. It grows to about 4 feet with pruning, making it suitable for smaller gardens.
Boehmeria sieboldiana
Boehmeria sieboldiana is a perennial with 6-foot tall stems and intricately-veined, shiny green leaves. It produces axillary tan flowers in mid-summer and is native to Japan.
Echinocereus arizonicus
Echinocereus arizonicus, also known as the Arizona claretcup cactus, is a striking cactus native to New Mexico and Arizona. It features deep red to bright orange-red flowers, sometimes with a lighter yellowish-green center. This cactus thrives in full sun and requires moderate watering, with less water needed in winter. It typically grows to about 15 inches tall.
Gloriosa carsonii
Gloriosa carsonii is a deciduous woodland vine from East Africa, featuring flowers that resemble a hovering bird with yellow petals and a purple pattern. It flowers most of the summer and prefers slightly moist, sandy loam soils. This plant's unique flower shape and vibrant colors make it a standout in garden settings.
Cryptocoryne 'Tropica'
Cryptocoryne 'Tropica' is an aquatic plant known for its moderate growth rate and ability to grow both submerged and emerged. It features long, crinkled leaves in green, orange, or bronze hues and propagates through runners. Native to Borneo, this plant prefers low to medium lighting and a nutrient-rich substrate, benefiting from CO2 addition.
Begonia lanceolata
Begonia lanceolata is an epiphytic plant native to Brazil, known for its wavy leaf margins and white flowers. It can be grown mounted or in a pot with good drainage and requires bright, indirect light and extra humidity. This plant is part of the Begoniaceae family and is appreciated for its unique foliage.
Echeveria desmetiana
Echeveria desmetiana, commonly known as Echeveria Morning Beauty, is a drought-tolerant succulent from the Crassulaceae family, native to Mexico. This plant features a rosette form and can grow up to 6 inches tall, thriving in full sun with well-draining soil. It is winter-dormant and blooms in spring and summer, producing blue-green or pink flowers. Echeveria Morning Beauty is best suited for hardiness zones 9 to 11 and can tolerate temperatures as low as 59°F. It can be propagated through seeds or leaf cuttings and requires the soak and dry watering method to prevent overwatering.
Wisteria frutescens ssp. macrostachya
Wisteria frutescens ssp. macrostachya is a twining vine known for its fragrant violet blooms and dark green foliage. Originating from China, it blooms in late spring and can grow up to 30 feet long. This vine requires a sunny, well-drained location and support for vertical growth, making it a stunning addition to any garden.
Ficus carica 'Lsu Purple'
Ficus carica 'Lsu Purple' is a fig tree developed by Louisiana State University, known for its medium-sized fruit with a high sugar content. The fruit has a closed eye and strawberry-colored insides, making it a sweet and juicy treat. This vigorous grower is pest and disease resistant, self-pollinating, and heat tolerant, thriving in USDA zones 7-10.
Begonia ningmingensis var. bella
Begonia ningmingensis var. bella is a small plant native to limestone regions of China, featuring round, textured leaves with dark green to black hues and silver-green veins. It thrives in dappled light and high humidity, making it ideal for terrarium or greenhouse cultivation.
Geranium 'Mrs Cox'
Geranium 'Mrs Cox' is a hybrid plant known for its vibrant foliage, featuring a mix of yellow, green, purple, and maroon leaves. It produces salmon pink and white flowers and thrives in shaded to partially sunny environments. This plant can grow between 18 to 30 inches tall and prefers temperatures ranging from 40 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Euphorbia loricata
Euphorbia loricata, commonly known as the 'African palm tree,' is a succulent native to South Africa. It grows up to 3.3 feet tall and features yellow-green flowers that bloom in summer. This plant requires well-drained soil and can tolerate light shade to full sunlight, making it a resilient choice for warm climates.
Amsonia rigida
Amsonia rigida is a deer-resistant plant native to the coastal regions of Georgia and the Florida Panhandle. It thrives in dry conditions and features cinnamon-brown stalks, narrow green leaves, and near-white flowers in early spring. This plant is well-suited for gardens in dry climates.
Artemisia abrotanum
Artemisia abrotanum, native to Eurasia and Africa, is a small bushy shrub with a strong camphor-like odor. It has grey-green, narrow, feathery leaves and small yellow flowers. Known for its insect-repelling properties, it is used in herbal teas and traditional medicine. The plant is best cut back in early spring and has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Scutellaria baicalensis
Scutellaria baicalensis, known as Baikal skullcap, is a perennial herb native to East Asia, including China and Russia. It forms a compact clump with linear green leaves and dark lavender flowers in summer. This plant is significant in traditional Chinese medicine and is one of the 50 fundamental herbs used for its various health benefits. It is well-suited for rock gardens and well-drained sites.
Begonia cleopatrae
Begonia cleopatrae, native to the Philippines, is a rhizomatous species ideal for terrariums. It features small, oval leaves with intense patterning and a glossy sheen, thriving in bright, indirect light and high humidity. The plant produces light pink flowers and grows up to 8 inches tall.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Braided Pink'
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'Braided Pink' is a tropical ornamental tree featuring large pink blossoms from late spring to fall. It has dark green foliage that remains evergreen in warm climates but may become deciduous in cooler areas. This hibiscus attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees, and grows up to 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide. It requires full sun and well-draining soil, and is not frost-tolerant.
Echeveria setosa
Echeveria setosa is an evergreen succulent native to Central America, specifically Mexico. It forms spherical rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves covered in white hairs and bears red flowers with yellow tips in spring. This vibrant plant is treasured for its beautiful rosette shapes and ornamental value.
Teucrium hircanicum
Teucrium hircanicum is a perennial plant that forms a 2-foot tall clump and produces dark purple flower spikes in early May. It is well-suited for sunny garden spots and adds a vibrant splash of color to the landscape. This plant is known for its resilience and ability to thrive in various conditions.