Plants
Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin'
Euonymus fortunei 'Harlequin' is a variegated groundcover with white and green mottled leaves. This perennial is versatile, thriving in both sun and light shade, and is ideal for adding texture and color to garden beds. Its low-growing habit makes it suitable for use as a groundcover or in mixed borders.
Asarum epigynum 'Silver Web'
Asarum epigynum 'Silver Web' is a dramatic plant with shiny black-green narrow leaves featuring striking silver veining. This clumping plant originates from Taiwan and is known for its unique foliage. It thrives in light shade to full shade and is suitable for dry shade gardens and xeriscaping. 'Silver Web' adds a touch of elegance to shaded garden areas, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking distinctive foliage plants.
Tradescantia sillamontana 'Purple Haze'
Tradescantia sillamontana 'Purple Haze' is a drought-tolerant plant with unique reproduction methods. It grows best in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil. This plant requires minimal watering and benefits from periods of drought between waterings.
Sabal minor 'Oriental Giant'
Sabal minor 'Oriental Giant' is a hardy palm known for its impressive size, with seedlings originating from 10-foot tall parent plants. It thrives in rich, moist, sandy woodlands and becomes hardier when grown to a larger size before outdoor establishment. This palm is well-suited for both sun and light shade, making it a versatile addition to gardens. Its ability to attract butterflies adds to its appeal.
Paeonia 'Foxtrot'
Paeonia 'Foxtrot' is a compact peony with lightly fragrant magenta-pink petals and a creamy mass of anthers. It forms a 22-inch tall clump and begins blooming in early May. This peony is drought-tolerant and resistant to rabbits, making it a low-maintenance choice for sunny gardens. Its vibrant blooms and compact size make it ideal for adding color and fragrance to garden borders or as a cut flower.
Agave titanota 'Black And Blue'
Agave titanota 'Black And Blue' is a striking succulent that requires very well-drained soil and regular watering during the growing season. It is drought-tolerant and can withstand full sun or lightly shaded areas. This plant is hardy to temperatures as low as 26°F, making it suitable for various climates.
Hosta 'Banana Puddin'
Hosta 'Banana Puddin' is a dwarf plant introduced in 2007, known for its small, round, butter-yellow leaves that maintain their color throughout the growing season. It grows to 4 inches tall and 1 foot wide, with light lavender flowers appearing on short spikes in late summer.
Polystichum neolobatum 'Yu Wa'
Polystichum neolobatum 'Yu Wa' is an evergreen fern collected from China's Yu Wa Valley, forming an 18-inch tall by 2-foot wide clump. It features arching, glossy green foliage and thrives on mild slopes with rich, evenly moist soil.
Sedum takesimense 'Atlantis'
Sedum takesimense 'Atlantis' is a rare and drought-tolerant succulent originating from Korea, ideal for rock gardens. It forms clumping green rosettes with creamy white edges and produces small yellow flowers in mid-summer. This low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun in cooler climates and prefers morning sun or open shade in hotter areas. It requires well-draining soil and is known for its variegated foliage, making it a unique addition to any garden.
Hibiscus 'Old Yella'
Hibiscus 'Old Yella' is a hardy mallow with soft yellow buds that open to large creamy white flowers. It features green non-lobed foliage and grows to a compact height of 40 inches. This plant blooms from midsummer until early fall, adding a touch of elegance to garden spaces.
Columnea colombiana
Columnea colombiana, or the Colombian Goldfish Plant, is native to Colombia and features glossy dark green leaves and red-orange flowers resembling goldfish. It thrives in humid environments.
Forsythia 'New Hampshire Gold'
Forsythia 'New Hampshire Gold' is a cold-hardy deciduous shrub with a drooping and mounded habit. It produces yellow spring flowers and maroon foliage, requiring a sunny area and well-drained soil. This plant is easy to grow and transplants well.
Euphorbia characias 'Tasmanian Tiger'
Euphorbia characias 'Tasmanian Tiger' is a striking plant discovered in Hobart, Tasmania in 1998. It features 3-foot tall stems with blue foliage edged in creamy white and large golden flower heads in summer. This plant requires good drainage and is not hardy to Zone 5, making it suitable for warmer climates.
Hesperantha coccinea
Hesperantha coccinea is an iris-like plant with pink blooms that appear in early fall. This perennial is known for its striking flowers and is a popular choice for adding color to gardens during the autumn months.
Amorphophallus sumawongii
Amorphophallus sumawongii is a species from Thailand with a shiny green leaf atop a dark stem with white blotches. It features a pink-tinged flower spike and is known for its unique appearance.
Leucocasia gigantea
Leucocasia gigantea, originating from wild-collected seed in Thailand, is a massive plant that can reach up to 9 feet tall in the wild. It features glaucous-grey foliage with leaves over 5 feet long and 4 feet wide, and large, pleasantly scented white flowers. This winter-hardy form has been cultivated successfully in Zone 7b gardens without mulch since 1999. Its giant upright leaves and fast-multiplying clump make it a dramatic addition to any garden.
Monarda 'Leading Lady Plum'
Monarda 'Leading Lady Plum' is a clumping bee balm with glossy green foliage and magenta/plum colored flower heads. It is mildew-resistant and deer-resistant, making it a hardy choice for gardens. This plant blooms starting in early June and attracts bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies.
Hosta 'Erie Magic'
Hosta 'Erie Magic' is a shade-loving perennial with medium green leaves bordered by a soft golden edge. It forms a clump about 4 feet wide and produces 30-inch stalks of light lavender flowers in early summer. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Rodgersia 'Bronze Peacock'
Rodgersia 'Bronze Peacock' is a mounding perennial with burgundy-red-purple and bronze foliage. It features rosy floral spikes up to 4 feet tall and thrives in well-drained, high moisture soil.
Punica granatum 'Red Silk'
Punica granatum 'Red Silk' is a natural dwarf pomegranate tree known for its delicious, dark pink fruit with firm, juicy arils. It features showy, trumpet-shaped red flowers that attract butterflies, honey bees, and hummingbirds. Drought-tolerant once established, this tree grows well in USDA zones 7-10 and can be cultivated in containers or small gardens.
Mitchella repens 'Danny'
Mitchella repens 'Danny' is a dense, evergreen groundcover with small, round, dark green leaves. It spreads up to 3 feet in 5 years and produces small white flowers in spring, followed by bright red fruit in fall. This plant is ideal for adding texture and color to shaded areas.
Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink'
Phlox subulata 'Drummond's Pink' is a vigorous, low-maintenance groundcover known for its deep pink blooms and lush evergreen foliage. It cascades beautifully through landscapes, providing vibrant color in spring. This plant is deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, making it a resilient choice for various garden settings.
Carex tenuiculmis 'Cappuccino'
Carex tenuiculmis 'Cappuccino' is an evergreen perennial grass that grows 12-15 inches tall and spreads 18-24 inches wide. Hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9, it is resistant to deer and rabbits and has few pest and disease issues. This grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil, making it a low-maintenance choice for various garden settings.
Haworthiopsis fasciata 'Boston'
Haworthiopsis fasciata 'Boston' is a drought-tolerant succulent known for its ability to reproduce in various ways. It prefers sunny locations, ideally south-facing, and requires porous, well-draining soil. This plant needs minimal watering and should be protected from water-logging, making it an easy-care option for succulent enthusiasts.
Selaginella rupestris 'Bald Knob'
Selaginella rupestris 'Bald Knob' is a ground-hugging, evergreen groundcover with fuzzy green moss-like foliage. It shrivels in drought but revives with rain, and its foliage turns bronzy purple in winter. This easy-to-grow plant is suitable for a wide range of conditions and adds a unique texture to gardens.