Plants
Utricularia blanchetii
Utricularia blanchetii is a perennial bladderwort with small, narrow leaves and tiny bladder traps for catching small critters. It produces lilac-colored flowers with dark purple tops and bright yellow throats in spring and fall. This plant prefers sandy peat that is constantly moist and is ideal for terrariums and greenhouses.
Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanille Fraise'
Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanille Fraise' is a showy shrub with blooms that transition from creamy white to strawberry pink from late summer to fall. It has strong green foliage and thrives in full sun to partial shade, adding vibrant color to gardens during the cooler months.
Malus domestica 'Red Delicious'
Malus domestica 'Red Delicious' is a classic apple variety known for its deep red peel and sweet-flavored white flesh. It produces medium to large fruit that ripens from September to October and is a reliable pollinator for other apple varieties. This tree grows up to 15-20 feet tall and wide, thriving in USDA zones 4-8 with full sun and well-drained soil.
Cibotium barometz
Cibotium barometz, a tropical tree fern, is notable for its golden iridescent hairs and brown trunks that can reach up to 10 feet tall. Native to parts of China and the Malay Peninsula, it thrives in well-drained media and partial shade. This fern is often used in folk medicine and is a striking addition to tropical gardens.
Heteropterys glabra
Heteropterys glabra is a South American native plant known for its bright yellow flowers and red maple-like samaras in late summer. It grows up to 4 feet tall and 6 feet wide in five years, thriving in well-drained soils. This plant can be grown in containers and is used in South America as a sedative and invigorating tonic.
Tanacetum parthenium
Tanacetum parthenium, commonly known as feverfew, is a flowering plant in the daisy family with pungently-scented leaves and daisy-like flowers. It is a herbaceous perennial that can grow into a small bush up to 28 inches high. Native to Eurasia, it has spread worldwide and is hardy to USDA zone 5. Feverfew is used in traditional medicine and contains parthenolide, which is under research for potential cancer properties.
Echinacea angustifolia
Echinacea angustifolia is a North American native perennial known for its pink or purple flowers with orange centers. It blooms from late spring to mid-summer and is drought-resistant. This plant attracts butterflies and is valued for its medicinal properties.
Rivina humilis
Rivina humilis is an evergreen perennial native to the southern United States and tropical regions. It features glossy, bright red berries and flowers on racemes. This plant is tolerant of full shade and saline soils, making it a versatile groundcover.
Phlox drummondii 'Cherry Caramel'
Phlox drummondii 'Cherry Caramel' is a charming annual with creamy-beige flowers featuring dark cherry centers. This plant is deer resistant and attracts pollinators and hummingbirds, making it a delightful addition to any garden. It may pause blooming during intense summer heat but is recognized for its unique color combination, earning the 2009 Fleuroselect Novelty Award.
Pseuderanthemum longifolium
Pseuderanthemum longifolium, sometimes called 'Orchid Pseuderanthemum', is a tropical foliage plant with light olive green leaves and serrated margins. It grows to about 12 inches tall and produces light pink showy flowers in summer. This plant prefers shade to partial sun and is suitable for indoor or garden settings.
Amorphophallus variabilis
Amorphophallus variabilis is an Indonesian species known for having the tallest inflorescence in the world. It produces a carrion-like stench and features a white spathe with a long spadix. This plant requires high humidity and warm temperatures.
Begonia 'Benigo'
Begonia 'Benigo' is a shrub-like hybrid begonia with dark green oblong leaves marked with pink. It has a bushy growth habit and branches easily, producing pink flowers in small clusters. This heat-tolerant variety is suitable for warm climates and adds a splash of color to gardens.
Prunus persica 'Early Elberta'
Prunus persica 'Early Elberta' is a yellow freestone peach variety known for its large, firm peaches with a yellow and red blush skin. It blooms with bright pink flowers in early spring and is self-fertile, though it benefits from cross-pollination. This semi-dwarf tree grows 15 to 20 feet tall and wide, thriving in USDA zones 5-9.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' is a dwarf variant used in Dutch aquascapes for its bright red colors. It requires medium to high light and CO2 addition for optimum growth, reaching up to 8 inches tall. This plant can be grown emersed or submerged and provides coverage for sensitive species in aquariums.
Leonotis leonurus
Leonotis leonurus, also known as lion's ear, is a South African native plant with vibrant orange, fuzzy flowers that bloom in late October. This evergreen shrub is part of the mint family and is known for its medicinal properties, including the presence of the psychoactive compound leonurine. It attracts nectar-loving birds and insects and is moderately drought-tolerant.
Philodendron 'Golden Ring Of Fire'
Philodendron 'Golden Ring Of Fire' is a rare hybrid plant with leaves that vary in color from white to cream, light to dark green, and orange to red. Originally called 'Henderson's Pride', this slow-growing plant is a cross between Philodendron Tortum and Philodendron Wendlandii, making it a unique addition to any indoor plant collection.
Stanhopea saccata
Stanhopea saccata is an orchid known for its fascinating and fragrant flowers that typically hang down beneath the plant. It requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation to thrive. This species is native to regions from Mexico to Central America.
Osmanthus fragrans
Osmanthus fragrans is a large evergreen shrub native to Asia, known for its highly fragrant blooms that appear in late summer and early autumn. The flowers range in color from orange to white and are used in Chinese cuisine and traditional medicine. This plant is drought-tolerant and can be grown as a hedge or screen, thriving in full sun or partial shade.
Anubias hastifolia
Anubias hastifolia is an aquatic plant with arrowhead-shaped leaves, suitable for aquariums and paludariums. Originating from Africa, it thrives in low to medium light and can grow both emerged and submerged. This low-maintenance plant is best attached to hard surfaces and is known for its resilience in various water conditions.
Solanum lycopersicum 'Cherokee Carbon'
Solanum lycopersicum 'Cherokee Carbon' is a tomato variety that combines the heirloom flavor of 'Cherokee Purple' with the early production of 'Carbon'. It produces large, purple beefsteak fruits with a rich flavor and fewer cracks and blemishes.
Lepanthes mariposa
Lepanthes mariposa is an orchid species native to the cloud forests of Central and South America, with flowers resembling a butterfly. It is an epiphytic plant that thrives in high-altitude environments.
Ferocactus histrix
Ferocactus histrix is a large barrel cactus native to central Mexico, known for its edible, sour-tasting fruit. It features a spherical shape with up to 40 ribs and yellow flowers. This cactus adapts well to arid environments and is suitable for xeric landscapes.
Philodendron erubescens 'Red Emerald'
Philodendron erubescens 'Red Emerald', also known as the Blushing Philodendron, is a climbing aroid with deep red petioles and emerald green leaves. It thrives in moderate, indirect light and high humidity, making it ideal for terrariums.
Pteris multifida
Pteris multifida is a crested fern with narrow, serrate light fronds ending in a frilly petticoat. It forms an 18-inch tall clump and is hardy in garden settings. This plant is suitable for sunny locations and can naturalize in alkaline conditions.
Paradrymonia ciliosa
Paradrymonia ciliosa is a tropical plant known for its velvety, lance-shaped leaves covered in fine hairs. It produces small tubular flowers in shades of red, orange, or yellow. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and requires consistent soil moisture along with warm, humid conditions.
Dendrobium jenkinsii
Dendrobium jenkinsii is an orchid species native to Southeast Asia, including southern China and the eastern Himalayas. It features arching canes with narrow leaves and clusters of star-shaped, fragrant white and yellow flowers.
Begonia kui
Begonia kui is a compact rhizomatous plant with dark leaves veined with green stripes and covered in tiny pustules. It requires high humidity and thrives in shade to partial shade, making it ideal for indoor environments.
Veronica 'Moody Blues Dark Blue'
This plant has a season-long bloom from spring until the first frost and a compact, clumping growth habit. It matures to 12-14 inches in height and width and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9. It prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained garden soil rich with organic matter, and should be fertilized in early spring with balanced acidic plant fertilizer.