Plants
Utricularia reniformis
Utricularia reniformis is a large carnivorous plant native to Brazil, known for its lavender blooms and unique bladderwort family characteristics. It can grow as a terrestrial plant in wet grasslands or as an epiphyte, requiring bright light and a well-draining mix. This plant is fascinating for its carnivorous nature and adaptability to different growing conditions.
Hoya 'Rebecca'
Hoya 'Rebecca' is a hybrid plant that combines traits from Hoya lacunosa 'Langkawi Island' and H. obscura. It is easy to care for and grows quickly, producing clusters of fuzzy pink flowers with golden yellow centers. The plant's pointed oval leaves turn red in bright light, adding to its visual appeal.
Agave toumeyana
Agave toumeyana is a succulent native to central Arizona, forming dense clumps of rosettes with narrow, white-streaked foliage. Its flowering stalks can reach up to 10 feet, bearing greenish-white flowers. This plant is well-suited to rocky, limestone, and volcanic areas.
Abelmoschus esculentus
Abelmoschus esculentus, commonly known as okra, is a heat-loving plant developed at Clemson University with dark green, grooved pods. This plant is related to hollyhocks and is known for its full-bodied flavor, making it a popular choice for culinary use. Okra attracts pollinators, which can enhance garden biodiversity. It thrives in warm climates and requires well-drained soil and full sun to produce a high yield. The plant is relatively easy to grow and can be a rewarding addition to vegetable gardens. Its pods are typically harvested when they are young and tender, and they can be used in a variety of dishes, from soups to stir-fries.
Aeonium nobile
Aeonium nobile is a succulent, subtropical flowering plant native to La Palma in the Canary Islands. It grows on dry slopes and cliffs, producing large spreading inflorescences with bright red flowers. The plant's leaves are yellow-green with red to brown edges, forming a rosette up to 32 inches in diameter. It requires full to partial sun and well-drained soil, thriving in warm temperatures.
Lactuca sativa ssp. longifolia
Developed by the USDA and Clemson University around 1950, this nutritional lettuce grows 10 to 12 inches tall and can be harvested as baby greens in as little as 21 days. It resists tipburn and is tolerant of mosaic virus.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Gerda Steiniger'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Gerda Steiniger' is known for its enormous blooms and deep colorful florets that change color throughout the summer. This plant features glossy deep green foliage and was bred by August Steiniger in 1946. It blooms from early summer through fall, providing a long season of interest. 'Gerda Steiniger' thrives in well-drained soil and is ideal for adding vibrant color to garden borders.
Hibiscus laevis
Hibiscus laevis is an upright mallow with large pale pink flowers featuring a red center. This plant attracts butterflies and is native to the United States.
Huernia schneideriana
Huernia schneideriana is a drought-tolerant stem succulent native to Eastern and Southern Africa, recognized as a legitimate species from Tanzania. It requires ample light, preferably a south-facing location, and should be planted in porous, well-draining soil with minimal watering.
Amsonia grandiflora
Amsonia grandiflora is a rare plant native to the high mountainous dry oak woodlands of southern Arizona and Mexico. It grows up to 4,500 feet in elevation and features thread-like green leaves with pale lavender-blue buds that open to large, pure white flowers.
Nepeta racemosa 'Walker's Low'
Nepeta racemosa 'Walker's Low' is a perennial with bluish-purple flowers and silvery-green foliage, attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. It blooms from early summer to fall and is drought-tolerant once established. This plant grows in clumps, reaching 2-3 feet in height and width, and thrives in full sun with well-draining soil.
Begonia hemsleyana
Begonia hemsleyana is a rhizomatous geophyte native to parts of China and Southeast Asia. It grows in shaded woodlands with upright, fuzzy, dark red stems and dark olive-green, red-backed leaves, emerging in mid to late June.
Begonia paulensis
Begonia paulensis is a compact, shrub-like species from Brazil, known for its light green, puckered leaves with a spiderweb-like vein pattern. The leaf petioles are densely covered with white hairs. This begonia grows quickly in mild temperatures and prefers high humidity, making it suitable for terrariums. It is considered challenging to grow, recommended for experienced begonia enthusiasts.
Aglaonema 'Indo Princess'
Aglaonema 'Indo Princess' is a low-maintenance plant with long, thin green and silver leaves. It thrives in low-light conditions and is known for its air-purifying properties.
Alstroemeria psittacina
Alstroemeria psittacina is a Japanese selection known for its white-edged leaves and narrow tubular flowers speckled with maroon and green. This winter-growing plant forms a spreading mass of foliage and goes semi-dormant in summer. It re-emerges in September, providing a unique seasonal interest in gardens.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Souvenior De Presidente Doumer'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Souvenior De Presidente Doumer' is a mid-season standout for shaded areas, known for its small petaled, rounded flowers in dark maroon reds, purples, and deep cobalt blue. Bred in France in 1932, it thrives with morning sun and midday shade.
Hibiscus acetosella 'Panama Red'
Hibiscus acetosella 'Panama Red' is a deciduous shrub with burgundy red foliage and periodic red flowers. Its leaves and flowers are edible, offering a tart, lemon-like flavor. This plant grows to about 4 feet tall and prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Hoya obscura
Hoya obscura is a fast-growing epiphyte from the Philippines, known for its medium-sized veined leaves that change color with light exposure. The plant produces clusters of star-shaped flowers with an intense fragrance. It prefers bright, indirect light and can be grown as a trailing or twining houseplant.
Anthurium podophyllum
Anthurium podophyllum is a terrestrial plant native to the coastal areas of Veracruz and Oaxaca, Mexico. It thrives in tropical forest understories, particularly in seasonally dry areas. The plant is characterized by its palmate leaves with many subdivisions and is related to Anthurium pedoradiatum. It produces orange berries and is well-suited for those interested in unique foliage plants from tropical regions.
Begonia 'Sierra Silver Mist'
Begonia 'Sierra Silver Mist' is an easy-care plant with a bushy appearance and colorful flowers that can be red, pink, yellow, or white. It is known for its vibrant blooms and is suitable for a variety of garden settings.
Salpiglossis sinuata
Salpiglossis sinuata, also known as painted tongue, is a striking annual or short-lived perennial native to southern Chile. It features velvety, trumpet-shaped flowers with metallic coloration, blooming from summer until frost. The plant attracts butterflies and performs best in cool weather, making it an excellent choice for cut flowers. It thrives in full sunlight and is known for its vibrant, funnel-shaped blooms.
Glaucium grandiflorum
Glaucium grandiflorum is a perennial plant native to the Eastern Mediterranean, known for its scalloped blue-gray leaves and bright orange-red flowers. It blooms from late spring into summer and is self-seeding in well-drained, gravelly soils. This plant is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties and requires full sun to thrive.
Solanum melongena 'Black Beauty'
Solanum melongena 'Black Beauty' is a popular eggplant variety known for its large, high-quality fruit and tender skin. It features lavender blossoms and is widely used in various international cuisines, offering a versatile addition to culinary gardens.
Ceropegia linearis ssp. woodii
Ceropegia linearis ssp. woodii, commonly known as chain-of-hearts, is a trailing succulent vine native to South Africa. It features heart-shaped leaves with a gray reticulate pattern and purplish-red undersides. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in bright, indirect light with well-draining soil. It is ideal for hanging baskets and requires minimal watering, making it a popular houseplant.
Aloe juvenna
Aloe juvenna, also known as Tiger Tooth Aloe, is a miniature succulent native to Kenya. It features compact triangular leaves with cream-white spots and small teeth along the margins. This drought-resistant plant thrives in bright light and well-draining soil.
Aralia 'Bianca'
Aralia 'Bianca' is a tropical evergreen shrub native to the Pacific Islands, featuring thin, serrated leaves with green centers and yellow edges. It thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it a popular choice for its delicate, fern-like foliage. This plant can reach up to 10 feet in its natural habitat.
Rhipsalis pachyptera
Rhipsalis pachyptera, native to Brazil, is a spineless, freely branched epiphytic cactus that can grow up to 5 feet long. It features flat, green stems sometimes tinged with red and produces creamy-yellow or whitish flowers followed by white fruits.
Sarracenia 'Bug Bat'
Sarracenia 'Bug Bat' is a striking carnivorous plant known for its tall, copper-colored pitchers and reddish hoods. It features narrow trap tops with red and white coloration, distinctive veining, and white areoles. This plant forms dense colonies and thrives in open, sunny boggy conditions, maintaining its color even into frost. It produces dark red, fragrant flowers mid-season and is a complex hybrid of Sarracenia alata, psittacina, and minor Okee. The plant can grow up to 16 inches tall and prefers slightly moist soil without chemical fertilizers. It is suitable for bog gardens, greenhouses, and indoor environments.