Plants
Triolena obliqua
Triolena obliqua is a small plant native to Peru and Panama, known for its upright growth and serrated leaves. It thrives as an epiphyte in high humidity environments, making it suitable for terrariums. This plant is appreciated for its adaptability and unique foliage.
Eryngium pandanifolium
Eryngium pandanifolium is an evergreen plant with sharply toothed, grey-green foliage resembling an oversized century plant. Its flower stalks reach 5 feet tall, topped with grey-green balls. Native to South America, it has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Clematis cirrhosa
Clematis cirrhosa is a Mediterranean native vine known for its glossy evergreen foliage and cream-colored, bell-shaped flowers with dark speckles. It can grow up to 20 feet tall and blooms from October, with seed heads remaining after flowering. This plant is more winter hardy than often indicated and is ideal for adding vertical interest to gardens. Its ability to attract butterflies and birds makes it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly landscapes.
Microgramma tecta
Microgramma tecta is a small fern native to Ecuador, spreading via a creeping rhizome. It grows epiphytically and as a ground sprawler, requiring moderate, indirect light and high humidity. This slow-growing plant is ideal for terrariums and moist environments.
Cryptocoryne 'Flamingo'
Cryptocoryne 'Flamingo' is a rare pink aquatic plant ideal for aquariums. It requires medium to high lighting and a nutrient-rich substrate, with CO2 supplementation recommended for optimal growth. This plant is suitable for beginners due to its moderate growth rate.
Peperomia 'Axillaris'
Peperomia 'Axillaris' is a succulent native to Peru and Ecuador, known for its crescent-shaped green leaves. It thrives in moderate light and humidity, making it a versatile houseplant. This plant is drought-tolerant and requires little watering.
Homalomena 'Emerald Gem'
Homalomena 'Emerald Gem' is a tropical plant native to Asia and South America, known for its upright growth and dark green, waxy leaves. Typically reaching 12 to 30 inches in height, it prefers moist soil conditions. This plant is well-suited for indoor environments where it can receive indirect light. Its spade-shaped leaves add a lush, tropical feel to any space.
Begonia prismatocarpa
Begonia prismatocarpa is a small, epiphytic plant native to the Ivory Coast and Cameroon, known for its yellow-orange flowers. It thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it ideal for terrariums.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Kleim's Hardy'
A dwarf-sized evergreen shrub, this plant has creamy white flowers with a heavenly scent and glossy dark green leaves year-round. It blooms in late spring to early summer and is hardy in USDA Zones 7-10.
Begonia 'Harmony's First Kiss'
Begonia 'Harmony's First Kiss' is an easy-care plant with a bushy appearance and colorful flowers. It is well-suited for indoor environments, adding a touch of color and vibrancy.
Pinus thunbergii
Native to Japan, this vigorous tree can grow up to 25 feet tall with a spread of 20-35 feet. It is tolerant of poor conditions and often has white pines grafted onto black pine rootstock. The tree is hearty and disease-free.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Miss Belgium'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Miss Belgium' is a compact hydrangea with purple flowers that thrive in acidic soil. Bred in Belgium in 1935, it is ideal for small gardens or pots, adding a touch of elegance to any space.
Begonia 'Kit Kat'
Begonia 'Kit Kat' is a bushy plant with flowers that can be bright red, pink, yellow, or white. Its compact growth habit makes it a versatile choice for indoor or outdoor settings, adding a splash of color to any space.
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Moonwalk'
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Moonwalk' is a unique hybrid plant known for its striking leaves with small bullae and bright green veins. It thrives in high humidity environments, making it ideal for terrariums or greenhouses.
Alocasia sinuata 'Quilted Dreams'
Alocasia sinuata 'Quilted Dreams' is a striking plant native to the Philippines, known for its intricately patterned leaves. It thrives in bright light or partial shade and prefers high humidity, making it ideal for indoor environments. The plant requires well-draining soil and should be allowed to dry out almost completely between waterings. Its unique foliage and adaptability to various light conditions make it a popular choice for plant enthusiasts.
Stanhopea tigrina
Stanhopea tigrina, commonly known as the 'Tiger Orchid', is a stunning and fragrant orchid native to Mexico. Its flowers have bold, dark markings resembling a tiger. This plant requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation for optimal growth.
Philodendron 'Florida Ghost'
Philodendron 'Florida Ghost' is a rare aroid with large, elongated leaves that start almost white before maturing to a pale gray-green. It has a trailing growth habit and thrives in well-lit indoor environments. This plant is a unique addition to any collection, known for its ghostly appearance and mixed green foliage.
Cymbidium ensifolium
Cymbidium ensifolium, known as the four-season orchid, is a rare Himalayan orchid with long, stiff foliage and flowers in shades of brown, butterscotch, green, and red. It is hardy and suitable for part sun to light shade.
Itea virginica 'Sprich'
Itea virginica 'Sprich' is a compact, spreading plant native to the Northeastern United States, known for its narrow, rope-like flowers in spring and spectacular reddish-purple foliage in fall. This low ground cover grows 2 to 4 feet tall and wide, is resistant to pests, deer, and disease, and attracts pollinators. It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers moist, rich soil.
Peucedanum verticillare
Peucedanum verticillare is a short-lived perennial native to southeastern Europe and Asia, known for its tall, glaucous purple stalks that can reach up to 8 feet. It features greenish-white flowers that attract pollinators and grows best in slightly moist soils. The plant is toxic if ingested.
Peperomia trinervis
Peperomia trinervis is a compact, sprawling plant with green, almond-shaped leaves featuring silver veins and a burgundy reverse. It thrives in shade to partial shade and prefers temperatures between 50 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant is well-suited for terrariums and vivariums, adding a touch of elegance with its deep green leaves and fine markings.
Ephedra viridis
Ephedra viridis, commonly known as green ephedra, is a shrub native to the Western United States, thriving in diverse habitats such as scrub, woodland, and desert. It features dense clusters of erect green twigs that may yellow with age and vestigial leaves at the nodes. Male plants produce pollen cones, while female plants bear seed cones. Historically, it has been used medicinally and as a dye by the Navajo. This coniferous shrub is a source of ephedrine and forms a dense mound of green foliage.
Schismatoglottis wallichii 'Green Shield'
Schismatoglottis wallichii 'Green Shield' is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia, known for its striking arrow- or shield-shaped leaves with silvery-green chevron markings. This plant thrives in humid environments and is often appreciated for its unique foliage.
Agave chrysantha
Agave chrysantha is a large agave native to central Arizona, known for its grayish-yellow leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in volcanic cliffs and attracts hummingbirds.
Drosera darwinensis
Drosera darwinensis is a carnivorous plant native to the Northern Territory of Australia, known for its large circular traps that turn red under strong light. It prefers hot temperatures, high humidity, and a mix of peat and perlite, making it a unique addition to plant collections.
Begonia longiciliata 'Sizemoreae'
Begonia longiciliata 'Sizemoreae' is a fast-growing plant from North Vietnam, known for its light green oval leaves with a wide silver band and chocolate brown veins. The leaf surface is covered with long white hairs, and the petioles are densely hairy. This plant prefers extra humidity and is easy to propagate.
Peperomia graveolens 'Ruby Glow'
Peperomia graveolens 'Ruby Glow' is a unique Peperomia also considered a succulent. It features grooved leaves with red trim and prefers bright light and well-draining soil. This plant requires infrequent watering and is ideal for adding a touch of color to indoor spaces.
Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Burgundy'
Abelmoschus esculentus 'Red Burgundy' is a productive okra variety known for its deep crimson red pods and gorgeous yellow flowers that attract bees. The tender pods grow up to 6 inches long, and the plant was introduced in 1983, winning an All-America Selections award in 1988.