Plants
Begonia 'Little Brother Montgomery'
Begonia 'Little Brother Montgomery' is a rhizomatous hybrid with an upright stem, resembling cane-like or shrub-like begonias. It features silver leaves with chocolate brown markings and a red spot at the petiole attachment. The plant produces pink flowers in small clusters, adding a delicate touch to shaded garden areas.
Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade'
Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade' is a semi-evergreen shrub that grows 4 to 5 feet tall and wide, producing late spring blooms and summer fruit. It is self-fertile but benefits from cross-pollination, thriving in full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Regular watering is essential during the first season.
Pogonia ophioglossoides
Pogonia ophioglossoides is a species of orchid native to central Canada and the eastern United States, known for its single rose-colored flower on a one-leafed stem. It thrives in wet habitats like bogs and fens, blooming in late spring with pink petals and a dark pink frilly lip. This orchid is winter hardy and requires very wet conditions.
Nautilocalyx erytranthus
Nautilocalyx erytranthus is a tropical plant native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, known for its high humidity preference and intricate tubular flowers resembling nautilus shells. This plant thrives in warm, humid environments with indirect light and features adventitious aerial roots. Its unique floral structure and preference for specific growing conditions make it a fascinating addition to tropical plant collections.
Digitalis ferruginea
Digitalis ferruginea, also known as rusty foxglove, is a biennial or short-lived perennial native to Hungary, Romania, Turkey, and the Caucasus. It grows up to 4 feet tall, producing spikes of brown, tubular flowers in summer. While it adds a unique touch to gardens, all parts of the plant may cause discomfort if ingested, and the leaves can cause allergic reactions. This foxglove has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Hoya 'Australis Lisa'
Hoya 'Australis Lisa' is a popular houseplant with ovate-shaped waxy leaves featuring yellow and pink variegation. It thrives in bright, indirect light and can produce blooms when given enough light, making it a beautiful and easy-care addition to indoor plant collections.
Luffa aegyptiaca
Luffa aegyptiaca is a vigorous vine native to South and Southeast Asia, known for its long gourds used as bath sponges when mature. The young fruit is edible and commonly used in Asian cuisine.
Melaleuca citrina
Melaleuca citrina, also known as the red bottlebrush, is a unique dwarf evergreen shrub with bright red flowers and blue-green foliage. It blooms throughout spring and summer, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. This plant is heat and drought-tolerant, making it ideal for smaller gardens and containers.
Erythronium umbilicatum
Erythronium umbilicatum is a woodland wildflower native to the Southeastern United States, known for its bright yellow flowers and mottled leaves. This spring ephemeral grows from egg-shaped bulbs and features chocolate-blotched light green leaves. Erythronium umbilicatum prefers evenly moist woodland soils and goes dormant by late spring, growing underground during dormancy. This plant is part of the Erythronium genus, which is prized for its delicate flowers and attractive foliage. It is an excellent choice for shade gardens and naturalized areas, adding a touch of color and interest to the landscape. This plant is a low-maintenance addition to any garden focused on native plants.
Quercus texana
Quercus texana, or Nuttall oak, is a fast-growing tree native to North America, producing acorns that are a favorite among wildlife. It features lobed leaves that turn bright red in fall and grows well in wet planting sites. The tree prefers loamy, well-drained soil and full sun.
Euphorbia milii 'Variegated Pink'
Euphorbia milii 'Variegated Pink' is a distinctive plant with skinny oval-shaped leaves featuring yellow variegation and bright pink flowers in clusters. It has sharp thorns on its stem and thrives in sun to partial shade, with a temperature range of 40 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant grows to a height of 18 to 24 inches and requires drying between waterings.
Anethum graveolens
Anethum graveolens, commonly known as dill, is a bushy, late-flowering variety that is heat tolerant and slow to bolt. It serves as a host plant for swallowtail butterfly caterpillars and is excellent for pickling due to its aromatic foliage.
Alocasia boa
Alocasia boa is a fast-growing plant with arrowhead-shaped leaves and highly-serrated edges. Its green foliage contrasts with robust stems, and it prefers high humidity, making it a striking addition to tropical plant collections.
Cephalotus follicularis
Cephalotus follicularis, a carnivorous plant native to Western Australia, features compact growth with bristly, colorful traps. It thrives in bright light and high humidity, preferring a moist potting medium. This plant is well-suited for windowsills, terrariums, and greenhouses, tolerating light frost.
Begonia 'U641'
Begonia 'U641' is a tuberous species with green to brown leaves adorned with bright, pastel green dots. It thrives in terrarium conditions with moderate, indirect light and humidity. This plant requires a dormancy period in winter.
Asarum heterophyllum
Asarum heterophyllum is a rare native ginger from the southeastern United States, featuring glossy evergreen foliage that forms a dense mat in woodland gardens. This plant is ideal for dry shade areas and is valued for its ability to thrive in part sun to shade conditions.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Sadie Ray'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Sadie Ray' is a hardy shrub that blooms pale blue in acidic soil and pale pink in neutral conditions. It has a strong growth habit with large, flat green leaves, and its blooms age to green in late summer. This hydrangea can rebloom in mild climates and is hardy in USDA zone 5.
Aeschynanthus micranthus 'Variegata'
Aeschynanthus micranthus 'Variegata' is a plant with creamy variegated markings on its green foliage, which become more pronounced in cooler weather. It produces small, red, tubular flowers, adding a splash of color to indoor spaces. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and requires moderate humidity.
Scindapsus pictus 'Silver Lady'
Scindapsus pictus 'Silver Lady' is a striking plant with dark green leaves adorned with bright silver variegation. The leaves have a velvety texture and a sharply defined point. This plant can climb or trail and prefers bright, indirect light, making it a popular choice for indoor greenery.
Trithrinax campestris
Trithrinax campestris is a compact palm native to the arid regions of Uruguay and northeastern Argentina. It features short green to grayish foliage and a trunk hidden by dry leaf bases. The plant is drought and cold-resistant, making it suitable for ornamental use in dry climates.
Adelonema crinipes
Adelonema crinipes is a neotropical aroid from South America, featuring pointed green leaves with yellow midveins and prickly red petioles. It thrives in warm climates with medium light and humidity, requiring bimonthly fertilization. This plant is unique within the Araceae family.
Cypripedium japonicum
Cypripedium japonicum is a hardy orchid native to Japan, Korea, and China, known for its heavily-pleated green leaves and pink ladyslipper-like flower. It requires humus-rich soil and prefers light, high shade, making it a unique addition to woodland gardens.
Hydrangea paniculata 'Renba'
This plant features large, white blooms up to 12 inches and beautiful fall foliage that turns red and purple. It grows up to 6-7 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. It prefers partial shade and well-draining soil.
Xanthosoma 'Lendenii'
Xanthosoma 'Lendenii' is a tropical houseplant native to Colombia, known for its beautiful leaves. It is easy to care for and thrives in bright, indirect light. This plant is a great choice for adding a touch of the tropics to indoor spaces.
Drosera roraimae
Drosera roraimae is a sundew native to the Tepuis and Gran Sabana region of Venezuela. It is best grown under highland conditions, although some forms can adapt to intermediate elevations. This plant is known for its sticky, insect-trapping leaves and is a fascinating addition to carnivorous plant collections.
Hesperocyparis arizonica
Hesperocyparis arizonica, commonly known as the Arizona cypress, is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fragrant, scaled foliage and a silver-blue hue. It features a naturally conical form and reddish-brown bark, making it an attractive choice for privacy screens or wind barriers. This tree is heat and drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and salt-tolerant, thriving in USDA zones 6-9. It grows 12-32 inches per year, reaching a mature height of 30-40 feet and a width of 15-20 feet.
Pleurothallis rowleei
Pleurothallis rowleei is an orchid with small, intricate flowers in bright yellow and maroon. This plant is appreciated for its delicate blooms and is a unique addition to orchid collections.
Masdevallia caudata
Masdevallia caudata is an orchid endemic to easternmost Colombia and adjacent Venezuela, thriving in cloud forests and high-altitude regions. It is part of the Orchidaceae family and is known for its charming flowers with intricate patterns. This plant requires cooler temperatures, high humidity, and filtered light, making it a unique addition to orchid collections.
Xerosicyos 'Silver Dollar'
Xerosicyos 'Silver Dollar' is a succulent with slender cylindrical gray stems and round leaves that range from pea green to gray-green. It climbs using slender forked tendrils, making it an interesting addition to bright light environments.