Plants
Oxalis 'Plum Crazy'
Oxalis 'Plum Crazy' is a plant that thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It is easy to propagate and suitable for container gardens, making it a popular choice for indoor and outdoor plant enthusiasts. Its adaptability and ease of care make it a favorite among those looking to add a touch of greenery to their spaces.
Begonia 'Nebula Zeta'
Begonia 'Nebula Zeta' is a rhizomatous begonia with golden yellow leaves marked with rusty areas. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil, thriving in temperatures between 40 to 95 degrees. This plant produces pink flowers in late winter and spring, growing 12 to 15 inches tall. 'Nebula Zeta' is ideal for indoor cultivation, adding a splash of color with its unique foliage.
Drosera callistos
Drosera callistos is a species of pygmy sundew from Western Australia, known for its beautiful appearance. These tiny carnivorous plants require full sun and special water needs, such as rain or distilled water.
Trisetella triglochin
Trisetella triglochin is a delicate orchid species found in Central and South America. It features charming flowers and requires specific care regarding temperature, humidity, and air circulation.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Spike'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Spike' is a compact plant with ruffled or curly edges on its blooms. Its color changes based on soil pH, offering a dynamic display in gardens. This hydrangea is suitable for a variety of garden settings and provides a unique visual interest.
Nepenthes bicalcarata
Nepenthes bicalcarata is a unique carnivorous plant from Borneo, known for its mutualistic relationship with ants. It features large pitchers with spurs resembling fangs and can climb up to 65 feet into the forest canopy. This plant thrives in hot, humid conditions and is suitable for terrariums or as a houseplant.
Oncidium ornithorhynchum
Oncidium ornithorhynchum, also known as the 'Duck-Billed Oncidium', is an orchid species found from Mexico to Colombia. It features slender pseudobulbs and long, arching sprays of small, intricately patterned yellow and brown flowers. The distinctive lip of the flower resembles a duck or platypus bill, adding a unique charm to this tropical plant.
Lysimachia mauritiana
Lysimachia mauritiana is a coastal plant native to regions from India to Japan, often growing as a clumping biennial. It has bright red stems and shiny green leaves, with dense pink flower clusters appearing from May to July. This plant is commonly found in maritime rock crevices and beaches.
Pilea microphylla
Pilea microphylla, commonly known as the 'Artillery Plant,' is an annual native to Florida, Mexico, and the West Indies. It features light green, almost succulent stems with tiny leaves, making it a popular choice for ground cover. This plant thrives in filtered light and is known for its fast-growing, spreading habit. It is considered invasive in some tropical regions and is suitable for small dish gardens.
Salvinia natans
Salvinia natans, commonly known as Floating Fern or Water Butterfly Wing, is an annual aquatic fern native to Africa, Asia, central Europe, and South America. It features two floating leaves and a submerged leaf that functions as a root, with air pouches for flotation. This plant forms thick mats that can cover entire ponds or lakes, providing shade and reducing algae growth. It is suitable for low-tech aquariums and paludariums, thriving in partial shade with a fast growth rate.
Aquarius floribundus
Aquarius floribundus, commonly known as the classic sword plant, is a hardy and fast-growing aquatic plant ideal for aquariums. It forms a large, wide leaf rosette with medium green, slightly translucent leaves that catch light beautifully. This plant can grow both submersed and emersed, producing tiny white flowers when grown emersed. It is suitable for a range of water conditions and propagates through side shoots.
Syngonium 'Confetti'
Syngonium 'Confetti' is an evergreen climber with arrow-shaped leaves splashed with pink. This easy-to-grow aroid is popular among plant collectors and is suitable for indoor or tropical environments.
Pistacia chinensis
Pistacia chinensis is a hardy tree known for its deep roots and ability to thrive in various conditions, including pollution and drought. It produces bright green summer leaves that turn orange and red in fall, along with red berries that attract birds. This tree requires full sun and good drainage.
Oncidium sceptrum
Oncidium sceptrum is an adaptable orchid native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It features robust pseudobulbs and slender leaves, with flowers in shades of yellow, brown, and red.
Viburnum plicatum 'Snow Joey'
Viburnum plicatum 'Snow Joey' is a deciduous shrub known for its lacy, bright white flower clusters in spring and characteristic fragrance. Its green foliage turns reddish-purple in fall, and it produces bright red berries in winter, attracting birds. This drought-tolerant shrub grows 6-8 feet tall and 4-6 feet wide, thriving in a range of soil types.
Begonia hatacoa var. rubrifolia
Begonia hatacoa var. rubrifolia is a rhizomatous plant from the slopes of the Himalayas, featuring dark green, glossy, lanceolate leaves with blood-red undersides. It forms a clump and requires bright, indirect light and high humidity. This slower-growing species benefits from moist soil and sphagnum moss for rooting.
Monstera deliciosa 'Albo Variegata'
The Albo Variegata var. Small Form is a towering plant that can reach up to 90 feet in its natural habitat but can be tamed to a few feet indoors. It has heart-shaped leaves with classic fenestration and a high percentage of white variegation, thriving in high humidity.
Ligustrum sinense 'Sunshine'
This plant has vibrant golden-yellow evergreen foliage that changes color hues in summer. It is a sterile, non-invasive cultivar that attracts butterflies and is tolerant to clay soil and salt spray. It grows 3-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide at maturity, is pest and disease-resistant, and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6-10.
Adromischus maculatus
Adromischus maculatus, native to South Africa, is a mat-forming succulent with thick, spade-shaped leaves that may have maroon or brown blotches. It produces tubular flowers in summer and thrives in bright, indirect light with well-draining soil. This plant is drought-tolerant and prefers to dry out between waterings.
Camellia sasanqua 'Jessica's Ruffles'
Camellia sasanqua 'Jessica's Ruffles' is a shrub that showcases semi-double blooms in shades of pink from November to December. It has an upright growth habit and thrives in well-drained soil with partial to full sun exposure. This plant adds a splash of color to gardens during the cooler months.
Tradescantia pallida 'Variegata'
Tradescantia pallida 'Variegata' is a member of the spiderwort family with lance-shaped leaves that range from purple to dark green, striped with pink variegation. It blooms with small lavender flowers in late summer.
Aquilegia chaplinei
Aquilegia chaplinei is a dwarf plant native to the southwest, featuring lacy blue-green foliage and buttery yellow flowers in late spring. It prefers dry, well-drained spots and is suitable for rock gardens. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 3a to 9b and is known for its resilience and ability to thrive in challenging conditions.
Begonia maculata
Begonia maculata is a striking tropical plant native to Brazil, known for its olive green leaves adorned with large silver spots and a red underside. It produces clusters of delicate white flowers with yellow centers, making it a visually appealing houseplant or terrarium addition. This plant thrives in high humidity and prefers bright, indirect light with well-draining soil. It is a perennial in tropical climates but can be grown as an annual in colder regions. The Begonia maculata is particularly noted for its unique leaf pattern and vibrant foliage, which adds a touch of the exotic to any indoor space.
Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'
This deciduous plant features burgundy-red foliage that takes on orange hues in late fall and winter. It is slow-growing, reaching 2-3 feet in height and width, and is hardy in USDA Zones 4-8, requiring full sun and well-draining soil.
Millettia pulchra
Millettia pulchra is an ornamental legume that forms a large shrub or small tree, native to Asia. It is found in open woodlands and thickets, featuring soft-textured, mimosa-like foliage. The plant blooms with clusters of small purple flowers from late spring through summer. Millettia pulchra is used in traditional Chinese medicine and attracts insects, making it a valuable addition to gardens. It thrives in sunny locations and is drought tolerant, suitable for a variety of landscapes.
Bigelowia nuttallii
Bigelowia nuttallii is a North American native perennial that forms tiny tufts of fine green foliage and bright yellow flowers. It blooms from September through fall and grows in wet acidic savannahs and dry sandy sites. This sub-shrub can reach up to 70 cm tall and forms clumps with a rosette of leaves near the ground, making it suitable for sandy soil environments.