Plants
Agapanthus 'Indigo Frost'
This deciduous perennial is evergreen in warmer climates and features bi-colored trumpet-shaped white blooms with indigo-blue throats. It has multiple spikes with large clusters of blooms and dies back in winter, reemerging in spring. It is versatile for container gardens or landscape use.
Philodendron 'Jose Buono Fiesta'
Philodendron 'Jose Buono Fiesta' is a rare plant with elongated heart-shaped leaves featuring green and white marble variegation. It adds a unique touch to any plant collection.
Begonia 'Granada'
Begonia 'Granada' is a small, shrub-like hybrid with a bushy growth habit. It has oval-shaped leaves with a chocolate edge and silver blade, and light pink flowers, growing 12 to 15 inches tall.
Primulina 'Keiko'
Primulina 'Keiko' is an easy-to-grow houseplant with lovely lavender blooms. Related to African Violets, it requires care to avoid water on its leaves, making it a charming addition to indoor plant collections.
Anthurium 'Big Bertha' X 'wuhoo's First Night'
Anthurium 'Big Bertha' X 'wuhoo's First Night' is a hybridized plant that thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity. It requires well-draining soil and should be kept evenly moist, making it a striking addition to any indoor plant collection.
Nymphaea 'Ploydaeng'
Nymphaea 'Ploydaeng' is part of a genus of aquatic plants known for their ornamental value and ability to provide shade, reducing algae growth. These plants are divided into tropical and hardy types, with hardy varieties tolerating cold better. They have received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Valeriana locusta
Valeriana locusta, also known as corn salad, is a leafy green that can be eaten raw or cooked like spinach. It is a big-seeded variety that tolerates both hot and cold conditions, surviving freezing temperatures down to 10°F. This makes it a versatile addition to vegetable gardens.
Xerosicyos perrieri
Xerosicyos perrieri is a succulent native to Madagascar, known for its ability to thrive in full sun and temperatures ranging from 50 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit. It requires low humidity and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry. This plant is part of the Cucurbitaceae family and is well-suited for dry, sunny environments.
Dieffenbachia 'Camouflage'
Dieffenbachia 'Camouflage' is a cultivar known for its large, variegated leaves and upright, outwardly arching growth. It has a freely clumping habit, making it a popular choice for indoor plant collections.
Amorphophallus henryi
Amorphophallus henryi, native to Taiwan, is a unique plant with a 2-foot tall speckled green petiole and a giant divided leaf resembling a palm frond. Its flower resembles a glossy purple volcanic caldera with a dark purple spadix and produces dark blue berries after pollination. This plant is known for its unusual form and rancid-smelling flowers.
Pelargonium alternans
Pelargonium alternans is a drought-resistant plant native to the southwestern Cape. It features attractively lobed-toothed foliage and white to very light pink flowers. This plant thrives in light shade or morning sun and requires protection from frost, making it suitable for warmer climates.
Rhododendron formosum
Rhododendron formosum is an evergreen shrub with rich lavender-pink blossoms and darker blotches. It blooms from early spring to midseason and sometimes again in early fall. This fast-growing plant is suitable for dappled shade and is known for its fragrant flowers.
Miscanthus sinensis
Miscanthus sinensis, commonly known as Zebra grass, is an ornamental grass with arching, striped green and white foliage. It forms a 4-foot wide mound and produces tan plumes in late summer, remaining attractive into early spring. This grass is native to eastern Asia and is popular for its graceful appearance and ability to thrive in a variety of garden settings.
Salvia 'Saucy Wine'
Salvia 'Saucy Wine' is a sun-loving perennial known for its deep, velvety red blooms. It is low-maintenance and thrives in a variety of climates and soil types. This plant is drought-tolerant once established and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens. 'Saucy Wine' is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking vibrant color and wildlife attraction with minimal care requirements.
Arisaema heterophyllum
Arisaema heterophyllum is a perennial herb native to East Asia, featuring a green and purple-tinged pitcher with a long tongue-like spadix. It grows in forests and wetlands, preferring humus-rich, well-draining soil, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.
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.
Eragrostis curvula
Eragrostis curvula, native to South Africa, is a clump-forming grass with narrow, powder-blue foliage and airy plumes. It grows up to 3 feet tall and is used for erosion control and livestock forage. This grass is invasive in some regions and prefers well-drained soil with full sun exposure.
Alcea rosea
Alcea rosea, commonly known as hollyhock, is an ornamental plant with flowers in a range of colors, including a rich purplish burgundy. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and is fairly drought-tolerant, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. The flowers are edible but bland.
Senecio rowleyanus
Senecio rowleyanus, commonly known as String of Pearls, is a creeping succulent vine native to the drier parts of southwest Africa. It features long trailing stems with round, pea-sized leaves that store water, making it highly drought-tolerant. This plant is ideal for hanging baskets, requiring bright indirect light and well-draining soil. Its unique appearance and air-purifying qualities make it a popular houseplant.
Harpochloa falx
Harpochloa falx is a tussock grass native to South Africa, characterized by fine, glaucous-green leaves and early summer seed heads resembling caterpillars. This fire-adapted species grows up to 18 inches tall and 3 feet wide, dominating competitors in the absence of regular burns.
Medinilla 'Gregori Hambali'
Medinilla 'Gregori Hambali' is a tropical plant known for its bright pink flowers that grow along the stem or trunk. It thrives in bright, indirect light and is drought-tolerant between waterings. The plant produces cystoliths and requires minimal maintenance, making it a suitable choice for indoor gardening. Its vibrant blooms and unique growth habit add a touch of the exotic to any plant collection.
Syngonium chiapense 'Frosted Heart'
Syngonium chiapense 'Frosted Heart' is a vigorous climber with variegated leaves that can grow up to two feet long. The leaves have a shield-like shape and do not become deeply lobed. This plant prefers shade to partial sun and thrives in temperatures between 45 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. It requires the soil to dry between waterings.
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.
Macodes 'Sanderiana X Limii'
Macodes 'Sanderiana X Limii' is a unique orchid known for its distinctly veined leaves. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires consistent watering to maintain its health. This plant is pet-friendly, making it a great choice for households with animals. Its compact size makes it suitable for small spaces, and it is an excellent addition to any orchid collection.
Rubus hispidus
Rubus hispidus is a low-growing, vining bog plant with small white flowers and edible black fruit. Its dark green leaves have three lobes, and it forms dense networks of intertwining vines. Preferring open bog areas, this plant develops red leaves in fall and is winter hardy, making it a resilient choice for wetland 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.
Prunus persica 'Pink Cascade'
Prunus persica 'Pink Cascade' is a deciduous tree known for its bright pink double flowers that bloom in early spring. It features weeping branches and leaves that turn golden yellow or greenish in fall. This ornamental tree does not produce edible fruit and is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. It grows up to 12-15 feet tall and wide, preferring well-draining, slightly acidic soil and full sun.
Melianthus major
Melianthus major, an evergreen shrub native to South Africa, is known for its pinnate blue-green leaves with a musky odor and dark red nectar-laden flower spikes. This plant, which can grow up to 10 feet tall, is valued for its deeply lobed foliage and is best grown in sheltered locations.