Plants
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Princess Juliana'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Princess Juliana' is a striking shrub with white blooms that transition to pink and red in the fall. This plant, bred in the Netherlands, is known for its resistance to sun scorch and mildew. It features dark green foliage and thrives in USDA zone 6. The hydrangea's ability to change color with the seasons makes it a dynamic addition to any garden.
Episcia 'Pink Smoke'
Episcia 'Pink Smoke' is a striking plant with light smoky green leaves, light green veins, and bright pink margins. It produces bright pink flowers and requires high humidity, making it less demanding than other pink varieties.
Drosera hamiltonii
Drosera hamiltonii is a small, compact carnivorous plant native to coastal swamps in southwestern Australia. It features glandular leaves and pink flowers, preferring sunny spots with consistently moist, sandy-peaty soil. This plant is unique for its fused styles and requires high humidity.
Euphorbia epithymoides
Euphorbia epithymoides, native to Southern Europe, is a compact perennial with acid yellow flower-heads in spring and summer. It naturalizes well in gardens and is known for its clump-forming habit. The cultivar 'Major' has received the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
Agastache foeniculum
Agastache foeniculum, commonly known as anise hyssop, is a perennial plant in the mint family native to North America. It is recognized for its tolerance to deer and drought, as well as its appeal to pollinators. The plant grows 2 to 4 feet tall with a clump-like, upright shape and features showy lavender flowers from June to September. Its oval, toothed leaves have a white tint underneath, and the plant produces a taproot. Anise hyssop is valued for its use in teas, potpourri, and as a seasoning, and it has been used medicinally by Native Americans. Its vibrant flowers and aromatic leaves make it a favorite for pollinator gardens.
Aralia balfouriana
Aralia balfouriana is an easy-to-care-for plant originating from Asia, with long pointed leaves and multiple leaflets. It can be grown indoors or outdoors, enjoying plenty of sunlight and requiring enough soil to spread its roots. This plant is ideal for those seeking a low-maintenance addition to their collection.
Philodendron 'Atom'
Philodendron 'Atom' is a small, sub-tropical plant with wavy, glossy evergreen leaves, perfect for indoor spaces like bedrooms. Known for its low-maintenance nature, it thrives in low-light conditions and is an excellent air purifier, making it a popular choice for plant enthusiasts.
Piper macropiper 'Variegata'
Piper macropiper 'Variegata' is a vine from the black pepper family, native to Peninsular Malaysia. It features deep green leaves with yellow variegation and prefers bright, indirect light. The plant can trail or climb and requires drying out between waterings.
Hemerocallis 'Crystal Tide'
This cold-hardy perennial produces waxy ivory and lemon-yellow blooms that are showy and fragrant. It reblooms from late spring to mid-summer and is drought-tolerant once established. The plant grows 24-36 inches tall with 4-5 inch blooms and thrives in USDA growing zones 4-10.
Gustavia angustifolia
Gustavia angustifolia is a small tree native to the dry deciduous forests of Ecuador and Colombia. It is notable for its large, fragrant white flowers and velvety leaves. This endangered species blooms in October and fruits in November, thriving in suitable soil and light conditions. Its attractive flowers make it a unique addition to gardens.
Dorstenia elata
Dorstenia elata is an endangered plant native to the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. It features dark green, broad, glossy leaves and a unique inflorescence that resembles a flat disc of tiny flowers. This plant thrives in shade to partial shade and requires a temperature range of 50 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. It grows to a height of 12 to 15 inches and prefers to be kept moist but not waterlogged.
Hydrangea serrata 'Blue Bird'
Hydrangea serrata 'Blue Bird' is a continuous bloomer from June to September, with pale blue flowers that turn pink in autumn. Its foliage also transforms into brilliant fall colors, making it a visually striking addition to any garden.
Hedychium thyrsiforme
Hedychium thyrsiforme is a compact plant from the Eastern Himalayas, reaching 4 feet in height. It features terminal clusters of narrow white petals with long filaments, blooming in late summer. This plant prefers light shade or early morning sun and is known for its fragrant flowers, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Rosa 'Radtko'
This rose features explosive red blooms from spring to fall, high disease resistance, and heat tolerance, growing 3-4 feet tall and wide, and is known for its impressive winter hardiness.
Eschscholzia californica
Eschscholzia californica, the California poppy, is a vibrant flowering plant native to the United States and Mexico. It features saucer-shaped flowers in a range of colors, including bright rose, red, orange, white, and yellow. This heat- and drought-tolerant plant requires little care and often self-sows. It is the official state flower of California and is known for its showy blooms that open in sunlight.
Hydrangea paniculata 'Webb'
Hydrangea paniculata 'Webb' is known for its large white flowers and strong stems. This plant requires plenty of sun to thrive and is suitable for gardens in zone 4.
Philodendron 'Campii Lynette'
Philodendron 'Campii Lynette' is an easy-care houseplant with long, narrow, ribbed green leaves. Known for its low maintenance requirements, this plant is ideal for those seeking a hassle-free addition to their indoor plant collection. Its distinctive foliage adds a touch of greenery to any room, making it a popular choice among plant enthusiasts.
Clematis fremontii
Clematis fremontii is a non-climbing dwarf bush native to the United States, with fuzzy oval green leaves and pinkish-purple bell-shaped flowers. It thrives in dry, sunny spots and is well-suited for rock gardens.
Hoya clemensiorum
Hoya clemensiorum is a fast-growing plant with large, prominently veined leaves. It thrives in warm, humid environments with bright, indirect light and requires watering when the soil surface is dry. This plant has a trailing or twining growth habit.
Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo'
Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo' is a low-growing aquatic plant from Argentina, forming a thick carpet of bright green foliage. It requires high lighting and CO2 injection, with small, round leaves that can grow submerged or emersed.
Sansevieria 'Black Gold'
Sansevieria 'Black Gold' is a hardy houseplant known for its tall, sword-shaped leaves with striking gold edges. It is highly adaptable and can thrive in low-light conditions, making it an excellent choice for indoor environments. This plant is easy to care for, requiring minimal attention and infrequent watering. Its robust nature makes it a popular choice for those new to plant care or looking for a low-maintenance addition to their home.
Ruschia pulvinaris
Ruschia pulvinaris is a perennial succulent native to the mountains of South Africa, known for its fleshy grey-green growth and small clump-forming habit. It produces cerise-pink flowers from late spring to early summer and requires well-draining soil, especially in winter. This plant is winter-dormant, frost hardy, and grows best in full sun, making it ideal for rock gardens. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings and is drought-tolerant.
Alsobia dianthiflora
Alsobia dianthiflora is a charming plant native to Mexico, known for its delicate white flowers and frilled green leaves. It thrives in moist conditions with high light, making it ideal for vivariums or as a houseplant. This plant has a trailing growth habit and is easily propagated in sphagnum moss. It is important to avoid standing water on its leaves to prevent damage.
Neoregelia 'Pimiento'
Neoregelia 'Pimiento' is a medium to large bromeliad with deep red to maroon leaves featuring intense striations. It thrives in high light, which enhances its color, and is epiphytic, meaning it can attach to other plants or surfaces. The plant holds water in its leaves, providing a habitat for small creatures.
Peperomia caperata 'Ripple'
Peperomia caperata 'Ripple' is a compact, easy-care plant known for its variety of leaf shapes and colors. It is well-suited for indoor environments, making it a popular choice for those seeking a low-maintenance houseplant.
Aglaonema 'Spring Snow'
Aglaonema 'Spring Snow' is an easy-care houseplant with dark green leaves accented by white and pink splashes. It is known for its air-purifying qualities and ability to thrive in low-light conditions.
Dendrobium nobile
Dendrobium nobile is a popular decorative orchid known for its variegated blooms in white, pink, and purple. Native to southern China, the Himalayas, and Indochina, it thrives in lowland and mountain forests. This orchid blooms mostly in winter and spring, preferring bright indirect light and warm temperatures year-round. Its long-lasting, vibrant flowers make it a favorite among orchid enthusiasts.
Scutellaria serrata
Scutellaria serrata is a native plant from New York to Georgia, forming a deciduous clump 18 inches tall and wide. It produces lavender blue flowers in early May, attracting native bees. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, making it a resilient choice for gardens in its native range.