Plants
Hosta 'Diana Remembered'
Hosta 'Diana Remembered' is a hybrid with shiny, blue-green leaves bordered in creamy yellow. It forms a 3-foot wide clump and produces very fragrant white flowers on 2-foot tall spikes in late summer. This plant attracts hummingbirds and is ideal for shade gardens, thriving in part sun to light shade.
Dianella 'Baby Bliss'
Dianella 'Baby Bliss' is a plant with blue-green foliage and pale violet flowers, complemented by purple ornamental berries. It grows to a height of 18-24 inches and prefers partial sun and well-draining soil. This plant adds a touch of color and texture to gardens.
Potamogeton perfoliatus
Potamogeton perfoliatus is a perennial water plant that grows in both still and moving freshwater environments worldwide. It features olive green, clasping leaves and has a fast growth rate. This plant is easy to care for, requiring medium-high lighting and regular watering, making it a popular choice for aquatic gardens.
Trillium decumbens 'Jefferson Gems'
Trillium decumbens 'Jefferson Gems' is known for its mouse-ear shaped green and silver patterned foliage. It features a decumbent stem and upright violet petals that bloom in mid-April. This plant is suitable for shade gardens and adds a unique touch with its patterned leaves and vibrant flowers. Its native status makes it a valuable addition to North American gardens.
Pulmonaria 'Victorian Brooch'
Pulmonaria 'Victorian Brooch' is an evergreen herbaceous perennial known for its spring floral display and silver-spotted or entirely silvered foliage. It thrives in bright shady or part shade locations and is not readily eaten by rabbits and deer.
Dahlia 'Sir Alfred Ramsey'
Dahlia 'Sir Alfred Ramsey' is known for its enormous dark lavender blossoms, with flowers the size of dinner plates. It blooms from summer until autumn frosts and is pollinator-friendly. This dahlia thrives in full sun in cooler zones and requires regular fertilization to support its blooms.
Hosta 'Lakeside Prissy Miss'
Hosta 'Lakeside Prissy Miss' is a perennial plant featuring large, ruffled green leaves with a wide creamy yellow border. It forms a clump about 3 feet wide and produces near-white flowers on 20-inch scapes in early summer. This hosta is well-suited for shaded areas and is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Pleopeltis christensenii
Pleopeltis christensenii is an epiphytic orchid found in Panama and Central America, known for its slender, elongated leaves and delicate greenish-white flowers with intricate patterns. This orchid thrives in shady, humid conditions, making it a unique addition to orchid collections. Its graceful appearance and specific growing requirements appeal to orchid enthusiasts.
Hosta 'Fortunei Snow Crust'
Hosta 'Fortunei Snow Crust' is a medium to large hosta with green leaves edged in white. It is a sport of Fortunei Gigantea and produces pale lavender flowers on tall scapes. This plant is well-suited for shaded garden areas and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding life and movement to the garden.
Trillium foetidissimum 'Woodville'
Trillium foetidissimum 'Woodville' is a nursery-propagated selection from Mississippi, known for its silver-centered leaf patterns. It has narrower leaves compared to typical Trillium foetidissimum, making it a unique addition to shade gardens.
Campanula glomerata 'Caroline'
Campanula glomerata 'Caroline' is a perennial with mauvy pink flowers that bloom in May and June, attracting hummingbirds. It grows best in moist soils and forms slowly spreading rosettes of green foliage. The plant reaches about 1 foot in height with spikes of terminal flower clusters, making it a charming addition to cottage gardens.
Asparagus retrofractus 'Glen Avon'
Asparagus retrofractus 'Glen Avon' is a unique ornamental vine known for its soft green foliage and long, arching branches. Native to South Africa, it thrives in wooded creek areas at elevations around 3100 feet. This perennial is potentially winter hardy in USDA zones 8 and warmer, making it suitable for various climates. It can grow up to 5 feet long and is appreciated for its ability to resist rabbits and its suitability for rain gardens. The plant prefers sun to light shade and can be a striking addition to both sun and shade perennial gardens.
Epimedium 'Ninja Stars'
Epimedium 'Ninja Stars' is a vigorous evergreen groundcover known for its unique spiny-edged foliage that emerges bronze and matures to olive. This fairy wing plant features short spikes of vivid yellow flowers in late March, making it a charming addition to shaded gardens. It thrives in dry shade and is a reliable spring bloomer with ornamental saw-toothed leaves.
Iris cristata 'Tennessee White'
Iris cristata 'Tennessee White' is a vigorous, deer-resistant iris cultivar known for its small, white flowers that bloom in March. This deciduous plant forms a 2-foot wide clump and attracts hummingbirds, adding wildlife interest to gardens. It thrives in part sun to light shade and is suitable for dry shade areas. The plant's resilience and attractive blooms make it a valuable addition to cottage gardens and rock gardens.
Cyclodium heterodon var. abbreviatum
Cyclodium heterodon var. abbreviatum is a dwarf semi-evergreen fern with a rich history dating back to the Victorian fern craze in England. It forms compact clumps with narrow, upright fronds that have upturned tips, reaching up to 30 inches tall. The fern is deer-resistant and thrives in shaded environments, making it a popular choice for gardens and living walls.
Calathea 'Shining Star'
Calathea 'Shining Star' is a houseplant with glossy ovate leaves displaying bold green patterns and pinkish-purple undersides. It is non-toxic to animals and thrives in bright, indirect light. This plant is a safe and attractive choice for pet-friendly homes.
Euphorbia abyssinica
Euphorbia abyssinica, also known as the desert candle, is a succulent native to Ethiopia and Sudan. It can reach a height of 33 feet and features small purple flowers surrounded by yellow bracts. This plant prefers bright but indirect sunlight and requires succulent soil mixed with sand or gravel. It is frost hardy to temperatures above 32°F and is propagated using stem cuttings.
Echeveria 'Jocelyn'
Hardy and drought-tolerant, this plant reproduces in numerous ways and requires ample light, preferably in a south-facing location. It grows best in porous, well-draining soil and needs little watering, avoiding wet soil. It can freeze below 40°F.
Lycoris albiflora 'Phils Gold'
Lycoris albiflora 'Phils Gold' is a hybrid plant known for its striking 21-inch cinnamon-colored stalks and clusters of 6-7 frilly, light butter-yellow flowers. Each petal features a central peach stripe, adding to its visual appeal. The plant's winter foliage emerges in October and remains until late spring, providing year-round interest. 'Phils Gold' is a unique addition to gardens, offering a blend of beauty and resilience.
Nolina nelsonii
Nolina nelsonii, native to Tamaulipas, Mexico, is a drought-tolerant plant resembling a giant ponytail palm. It features bluish-green leaves with finely toothed margins and dense rosettes. This plant is cold-hardy to at least 10°F and develops a trunk up to several meters high. It produces a white-flowered inflorescence in spring and is ideal for xeriscaping and rock gardens.
Hosta 'Golden Tiara'
Hosta 'Golden Tiara' is a small to medium-sized perennial that has revolutionized the hosta world with its vibrant chartreuse golden margins on round green leaves. It forms a 3-foot wide mound and produces 30-inch tall scapes of medium lavender flowers, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Rubus idaeus 'Jewel'
Rubus idaeus 'Jewel' is a black raspberry variety known for its sweet and juicy fruit. This everbearing, self-fertile plant attracts pollinators and thrives in USDA zones 3-8. It requires full sun and well-drained, fertile soil, with early spring pruning to maintain health and productivity.
Zantedeschia aethiopica 'African Gold'
Zantedeschia aethiopica 'African Gold' is a winter-growing species with green leaves featuring golden striped veins and white chalice-like flowers. It is evergreen in milder climates and flowers in early spring in cold climates. This plant thrives in wet sites and can be submerged in water.
Salvia greggii 'Purple Pastel'
Salvia greggii 'Purple Pastel', also known as 'Autumn Sage', is a compact woody shrub that blooms heavily in spring and fall. It is drought-tolerant, attracts pollinators, and requires well-drained soil.
Helleborus hybridus 'Wedding Bells'
Helleborus hybridus 'Wedding Bells' is a double white flowered lenten rose that blooms in late winter. Known for its drought resistance and ability to reseed prolifically, it provides valuable winter floral displays and serves as an evergreen groundcover. This plant is a great nectar source for honeybees during the colder months.