Plants
Primula vulgaris
Primula vulgaris is a winter-hardy primrose hybrid with dense clusters of double blue flowers. It is summer dormant and prefers bright shade or a few hours of direct sun. The plant thrives in moist, well-drained soils and tolerates brief periods of drought. Its rosettes of green leaves reach about 7 inches tall and 1 foot wide, making it suitable for woodland and rock gardens.
Nepenthes stenophylla
Nepenthes stenophylla is a tropical pitcher plant endemic to Borneo, known for its cream-striped pitchers with red blotches. It can grow vigorously with up to 100 growth points and thrives in bright light. This plant is part of the N. maxima complex and is heat tolerant.
Aglaonema 'Pictum Tricolor'
Aglaonema 'Pictum Tricolor' is a slow-growing tropical plant with variegated leaves in shades of green, silver, and dark green. It thrives in low-light conditions and is known for its low maintenance requirements.
Thunbergia alata
Thunbergia alata, commonly known as Black-eyed Susan vine, is a climbing perennial native to Eastern Africa. It features twining stems with heart-shaped leaves and vibrant orange-yellow flowers with a dark center. This fast-growing vine blooms throughout the growing season and is easy to germinate in humus-rich soil. While it adds a splash of color to gardens, it is considered invasive in some regions.
Anubias 'Super Petite'
Anubias 'Super Petite' is a miniature aquatic plant ideal for nano planted aquariums. It has a slow growth rate and can adapt to a range of lighting conditions, from low to high. This plant can also thrive in a closed terrarium with high humidity, making it a versatile choice for aquatic and terrarium setups.
Sedum 'Little Miss Sunshine'
Sedum 'Little Miss Sunshine' is a compact succulent known for its rich black-green foliage and bright yellow flowers that bloom in midsummer. This vigorous grower forms a 6-inch tall mound that can spread up to 20 inches wide. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens and green roofs. The plant's vibrant flowers and glossy foliage provide a striking contrast in any garden setting.
Chlorophytum comosum 'Reverse'
Chlorophytum comosum 'Reverse' is a flowering perennial native to tropical South Africa, known for its thin ribbon-like leaves and small white flowers. It is celebrated for its air-purifying qualities, making it a popular choice for indoor environments.
Drosera pygmaea
Drosera pygmaea, known as pygmy sundews, is a tiny carnivorous plant native to Australia and New Zealand. It forms a rosette and measures only 8 to 18 mm in diameter. The plant produces pale flowers on stems that can reach up to 3 inches tall. Its small size and unique carnivorous nature make it an intriguing addition to collections of unusual plants.
Echeveria 'Ice Green'
Echeveria 'Ice Green' is a succulent known for its pale green leaves forming compact rosettes. It thrives in bright, indirect light and well-draining soil, requiring minimal maintenance. This drought-tolerant plant is a popular choice for succulent enthusiasts due to its attractive foliage and easy care.
Begonia 'Knowing'
Begonia 'Knowing' is a Rex hybrid with deep, shimmery purple leaves and vibrant orange petioles. Created by Ukrainian hybridizer Elene Enikeeva in 2020, this begonia thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity. It grows 12 to 15 inches tall and requires watering when the top two inches of soil are dry, making it a striking addition to indoor plant collections.
Stachys germanica
Stachys germanica, a larger lamb's ear species, is known for its larger foliage and stalks of lavender flowers in summer. This plant is rabbit resistant and thrives in sun to light shade, making it a durable choice for gardens seeking unique texture and color.
Baptisia australis
Baptisia australis, native to North America, is a perennial herb known for its blue lupine-like flowers and trifoliate leaves. It thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to part shade, attracting bees and being drought-tolerant. Historically, it was used by Native Americans for dye and medicinal purposes.
Medicago sativa
Medicago sativa, commonly known as alfalfa, is a nutrient-rich plant high in protein, essential amino acids, and vitamins. It is often used to add flavor and texture to salads and sandwiches, making it a versatile addition to culinary dishes.
Piper porphyrophyllum
Piper porphyrophyllum is a vine in the black pepper family, native to tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It features dark, velvety cordate leaves with a lacy pink pattern and prefers bright, indirect light. This trailing or climbing plant thrives in high humidity and requires drying between waterings.
Aspidistra 'Cast Iron'
Aspidistra 'Cast Iron' is a hardy tropical indoor plant with long, stiff, pointed evergreen leaves. Known for its ability to withstand temperature extremes and harsh conditions, it features solitary, bell-shaped flowers that are typically lilac in color. This plant is easy to care for and thrives in bright light, making it a popular choice for indoor environments.
Woodsia subcordata
Woodsia subcordata is a small deciduous fern native to Asia, forming clumps about 6 inches tall. It features fuzzy, upright fronds that are light green, adding a delicate texture to shaded garden areas. This fern is ideal for light shade and is a charming addition to woodland gardens.
Prunus persica 'Gulf Crimson'
Prunus persica 'Gulf Crimson' is a peach tree producing sweet, large peaches with deep yellow-red flesh. It ripens from mid-May to early June and is self-pollinating, requiring 400 hours of winter chill. This tree grows 12-18 feet tall and is disease-resistant, making it suitable for USDA zones 8-10. It thrives in full sun and requires annual pruning and thinning.
Buxus 'Skylight'
Buxus 'Skylight' is a blight-resistant boxwood with a fast growth rate, reaching 6-8 feet in height. Its tiny evergreen foliage thrives in both sun and partial shade, making it a versatile choice for hedges or garden borders.
Boehmeria splitgerbera
Boehmeria splitgerbera is a clumping perennial with corrugated green leaves that have a texture similar to thick sandpaper and split into two lobes. It produces unusual tan spikes in late summer, adding a unique texture to gardens.
Pachyphragma macrophyllum
Pachyphragma macrophyllum is a woodland garden plant native to Iran and Turkey, known for its corrugated, rounded green leaves. It grows to 18 inches tall and 2 feet wide, producing white four-petaled flowers in late March to April. This plant is adaptable to moist to fairly dry soils and becomes semi-dormant in hot summers. Pachyphragma macrophyllum is an excellent choice for shade gardens, providing early spring blooms and attractive foliage throughout the growing season.
Asplenium scolopendrium
Asplenium scolopendrium, also known as the hart's-tongue fern, is a lush evergreen fern with light green, strap-shaped fronds. It grows 12-18 inches tall and thrives in full to light shade, preferring moist, humus-rich soil. This fern is native to the Northern Hemisphere and is known for its unique sori pattern, resembling a myriapod's legs. It is cultivated for its ornamental value and has medicinal uses.
Faucaria felina 'Tiger Jaw'
Faucaria felina 'Tiger Jaw' is a succulent known for its chunky, triangular leaves with toothed margins, resembling a tiger's jaw. It produces yellow, daisy-like flowers and grows to a height of 3-6 inches. This plant thrives in full sun and requires infrequent watering, making it an ideal choice for low-maintenance gardens. Its unusual appearance and resilience to dry conditions make it a standout in succulent collections.
Vitex agnus-castus 'Shoal Creek'
Vitex agnus-castus 'Shoal Creek' is a fast-growing plant with dense violet-purple flower panicles and a sage-like fragrance. It attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees and is deer-resistant.
Hoya rubida
Hoya rubida is a vining epiphyte native to Southeast Asia, admired for its elliptical leaves with prominent veins and porcelain-white, fragrant flowers. It thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Dryopteris clintoniana
Dryopteris clintoniana is a fertile hybrid fern native to the northern hemisphere, resulting from a cross between Dryopteris cristata and Dryopteris goldieana. It forms a 3-foot tall clump of dark green evergreen foliage and thrives in slightly moist to average woodland garden conditions. This fern is a resilient addition to shade gardens.
Weigela 'Shining Sensation'
Weigela 'Shining Sensation' is a deciduous shrub with large bronze-green leaves and fiery pink blossoms. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, preferring sunny locations and well-drained soil.
Crassula nudicaulis
Crassula nudicaulis is a drought-tolerant succulent native to South Africa, featuring lime-green paddle-shaped leaves with a silvery sheen. This slow-growing plant reaches up to 12 inches and produces white flowers in summer, thriving in sunny areas with well-draining soil.
Cryptanthus 'Pink Starlight'
Cryptanthus 'Pink Starlight' is a small bromeliad native to Brazil, featuring bright green and pink stripes in high light. It grows best under very bright, indirect light with moderate humidity and requires moist soil for rooting.