Plants
Hosta 'Quicksilver'
Hosta 'Quicksilver' is a hybrid plant known for its medium blue-green foliage with a wide creamy white edge. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces 28-inch scapes of lavender flowers in late spring. This plant is suitable for shade gardens and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Gold Breeze'
Miscanthus sinensis 'Gold Breeze' is an ornamental grass that forms a 7-foot tall clump with heavily banded foliage. In late summer, it is topped with flower spikes that open in a reddish-purple hue. This plant is known for its striking appearance and is suitable for a variety of garden settings.
Pinguicula laueana
Pinguicula laueana is a carnivorous plant native to Oaxaca, Mexico, known for its red flowers and dark red leaves. It has a winter succulent phase and grows larger carnivorous leaves in proper conditions. This plant prefers a sandy soil mix and thrives on sunny windowsills or in terrariums.
Phlox 'Green Spring'
Phlox 'Green Spring' is a cross between P. divaricata and P. amoena, forming a 3-foot wide clump of glossy green foliage. It produces 6-inch spikes of lavender-pink flowers in early April, adding a splash of color to the garden. This evergreen plant is a lovely choice for both sun and shade gardens.
Echinacea 'Art's Pride'
Echinacea 'Art's Pride' is a coneflower with slender green foliage and rustic-orange flowers on 30-inch spikes. It forms a 2-foot wide clump and requires good drainage, adding a rustic charm to gardens.
Philodendron lynnhannoniae
Philodendron lynnhannoniae is a cultivated variant known for its large, deeply lobed leaves with intricate veins and dark green coloration. It requires bright, indirect light, well-draining soil, and adequate humidity to thrive.
Dieffenbachia 'Memoria Corsii'
Dieffenbachia 'Memoria Corsii' is an indoor plant with speckled coloration in shades of grey, green, and cream. It thrives in medium to high light and humidity conditions and is known for its easy-care nature. This plant is suitable for various indoor environments.
Aquilegia 'Earlybird Purple Blue'
Aquilegia 'Earlybird Purple Blue' is a perennial with striking blue petals and purple sepals, featuring unique pouch-like spurs. It blooms in cool-season weather or warm winter climates, attracting pollinators to the garden. The plant's delicate, rounded leaves add to its charm, making it a favorite in gardens that enjoy a touch of whimsy.
Betula utilis ssp. jacquemontii
Betula utilis ssp. jacquemontii is a deciduous tree known for its striking white bark and yellow-green leaves that turn yellow in fall. It grows about 30 feet tall with a 20-foot spread and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. This low-maintenance tree adds dramatic appeal to any landscape.
Cryptomeria japonica 'Nana Albospica'
Cryptomeria japonica 'Nana Albospica' is a dwarf conifer with variegated foliage, reaching 8 feet tall and 5 feet wide. It is known for its bright white new growth and pyramid shape, making it a striking addition to gardens. This plant is suitable for sun to part sun conditions and prefers slightly moist, well-drained soils.
Arum rupicola var. virescens
Arum rupicola var. virescens is a plant native to Central Turkey and Azerbaijan, known for its narrow green arrow-shaped foliage. It produces 3-foot tall inflorescences with a greenish-white spathe edged in purple and a purple-stained spadix. This plant thrives in dry shade and part sun, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings. Its unique appearance and adaptability to different light conditions add to its appeal, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking unusual plants.
Allium thunbergii 'Ozawa'
Allium thunbergii 'Ozawa' is a dwarf allium from Japan, reaching a maximum height of 10 inches. It features narrow, thread-like foliage and bright violet flowers that bloom in October and November. This plant is hardy to zones 4 and 5.
Tillandsia 'Capitata Blood Orange'
Tillandsia 'Capitata Blood Orange' is a striking air plant native to Mexico, known for its orange-red blush before blooming into purple flowers. It grows up to 24 inches tall and thrives under bright indirect light. This slow-growing plant does not require soil and can attach to tree barks or wood, making it a versatile choice for creative plant displays. It is not frost-hardy and requires regular misting or submersion in water.
Anthurium tysonii
Anthurium tysonii is a tropical plant native to the rainforests of Colombia, admired for its large, elongated leaves with a pleated texture. The glossy green leaves have prominent veins, making the plant more valued for its decorative foliage than its flowers. It thrives in warm, humid environments with indirect light and well-draining soil.
Hedera algeriensis 'Whipped Cream'
Hedera algeriensis 'Whipped Cream' is a variegated Algerian ivy with glaucous green leaves edged in white. This evergreen plant grows 2 feet tall and 18 inches wide, suitable for dry sites.
Hippeastrum 'Snowman Fashion'
This plant features wide-spreading petals forming huge, dramatic flowers with multiple buds per stem. Blooming in winter, it has strappy green foliage and strong stems, preferring bright indirect light. The waxed bulb requires no watering, making it a low-maintenance option.
Anemone coronaria 'Governor'
Anemone coronaria 'Governor' is a small rock garden plant with semi-double red flowers featuring a central white ring and dark blue stamens. It blooms in late winter to early spring and goes dormant by late spring, making it a striking addition to any garden.
Cattleya warneri
Cattleya warneri is a species of orchid known for its labiate flowers and diploid chromosome number of 2n = 40. This orchid is appreciated for its unique genetic characteristics and elegant blooms.
Viburnum dentatum 'Chicago Lustre'
Viburnum dentatum 'Chicago Lustre' is a hardy, carefree shrub known for its vibrant fall color and white spring blooms. It produces blue-black berries that attract pollinators and birds. This deciduous shrub grows up to 10 feet tall and is drought and heat resistant once established.
Veronica 'Blue Charm'
Veronica 'Blue Charm' forms clumps of glossy green foliage and produces blue flowers in mid-summer. It is a perennial plant that attracts butterflies and is resistant to rabbits, making it a charming addition to sunny gardens.
Sedum 'Meteor'
Sedum 'Meteor' is a medium pink form of Sedum Autumn Joy, known for its heads of pink broccoli-like flowers. This plant is suitable for sunny locations and is attractive to butterflies, making it a great choice for xeriscaping and perennial gardens.
Dracula dalessandroi
Dracula dalessandroi is an orchid native to the cloud forests of Ecuador, known for its maroon, white, and yellow flowers with long sepals resembling dragon fangs. It thrives in cool, moist, shaded environments with high humidity and good air circulation.