Plants
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Burning Embers'
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Burning Embers' is a hybrid with metallic pink and silver-spotted leaves, black veins, and a dark pink margin. It prefers shade to partial sun and grows 8 to 12 inches tall, requiring the soil to dry between waterings.
Stelis ciliaris
Stelis ciliaris is a miniature orchid native to Central and South America, admired for its small, intricate flowers. It requires specific conditions of temperature, humidity, and air circulation to thrive, making it a unique addition to tropical plant collections.
Anthurium 'Ace Of Spades' X 'zara'
Anthurium 'Ace Of Spades' X 'zara' is a tropical plant that thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity. It requires well-draining soil and should be kept evenly moist, making it a popular choice for indoor plant enthusiasts.
Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burfordii'
Ilex cornuta 'Dwarf Burfordii' is a compact shrub with glossy deep dark green foliage and a single spine at the tip. It produces red berries in fall and tiny white fragrant flowers in spring. This plant thrives in USDA zones 7-9, preferring full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. 'Dwarf Burfordii' is a low-maintenance shrub, ideal for adding year-round interest to gardens with its attractive foliage and seasonal berries.
Pothos 'Skeleton Key'
Pothos 'Skeleton Key' is a rare variant of Pothos that adds sophistication to any indoor plant collection. Its unique appearance makes it a desirable choice for plant enthusiasts.
Hoya verticillata var. verticillata 'New Guinea Ghost'
Hoya verticillata var. verticillata 'New Guinea Ghost' is a natural sport with silver leaves, collected in Papua New Guinea. It thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers temperatures between 60 to 85 degrees with 50-60% humidity.
Hoya heuschkeliana
Hoya heuschkeliana is a tropical plant with small, glossy green leaves and bell-shaped flowers that emit a buttered popcorn scent. It prefers extra warmth and humidity, thriving in bright, indirect light. The plant has a trailing or twining growth habit, making it ideal for hanging displays.
Hydrangea serrata 'O Amacha Nishiki'
Hydrangea serrata 'O Amacha Nishiki' is a deciduous shrub with variegated foliage featuring pink veins. Its blooms are pH sensitive, starting white and aging to pink or blue, with bright red blooms in fall. This plant blooms in late spring and is suitable for gardens with varying soil pH.
Allium cepa
The Allium cepa, known as an Italian heirloom onion, is a unique torpedo-type red onion with a sweet flavor, ideal for roasting and grilling. Its wine-colored, flattened globes measure about 1 inch high and 2 to 3 inches in diameter. This intermediate-day onion is best suited for latitudes 32-42 and is resistant to pink root. It produces large, easy-to-peel bulbs with white flesh and straw-colored skin, yielding up to a pound per bulb. The onion is not recommended for cold climates but thrives in southern states from fall to spring. It is a cross between a shallot and an onion, known in France as Cuisse de Poulet du Poitou, and is recognized for its sweet, mild flavor and resistance to bolting.
Pothos 'Pearls And Jade'
Pothos 'Pearls and Jade' is a popular houseplant known for its striking variegated leaves with a green and white marble pattern. It thrives in bright, indirect light but can also tolerate low-light conditions, making it a versatile choice for various indoor environments. This plant is low-maintenance, requiring minimal care, which makes it ideal for beginners. Its trailing vines can add a touch of greenery to shelves or hanging baskets.
Plectranthus neochilus
A hardy, versatile, aromatic perennial succulent, this plant is suitable for shady subtropical and sunny water-wise gardens. Native to South Africa, it forms an attractive groundcover with blue-green foliage and deep blue or purple flowers.
Philodendron 'Gold Violin'
Philodendron 'Gold Violin' is a climbing plant with vibrant lime green leaves that start bright yellow and turn green as they mature. It features exaggerated lobes and short nodes, making it a unique addition to indoor plant collections. This plant is known for its air-purifying qualities and thrives in low light conditions.
Dieffenbachia 'Reflector'
Dieffenbachia 'Reflector' is a tropical indoor plant with deep green leaves adorned with lime green and yellow spots. It features a whitish-green central leaf vein and is ideal for low light areas. Known for its decorative foliage, this plant is easy to grow and maintain.
Hygrophila difformis
Hygrophila difformis, commonly known as Water Wisteria, is a popular and fast-growing stem plant ideal for tropical aquariums. It is easy to care for, making it suitable for beginners, and can grow tall but remains compact with regular pruning. This plant thrives in medium to high light and benefits from a nutrient-rich substrate and additional CO2.
Philodendron erubescens
Philodendron erubescens is a robust evergreen climber native to Colombia, known for its large, heart-shaped leaves that mature from green to deep burgundy. It thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers moist, well-draining soil. This plant can grow up to 10-20 feet tall and features deep red, fragrant spathes in summer and autumn. It is toxic due to calcium oxalate, so caution is advised around pets and children.
Iris unguicularis
Iris unguicularis is a winter-blooming plant native to regions like Greece and Turkey. It features pale lilac or purple flowers with a yellow central band and fragrant long perianth tubes. This evergreen plant thrives in dry, well-drained locations and is deer-resistant.
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Mother Of Pearl'
Begonia 'Steve's Leaves Mother Of Pearl' is a Rex hybrid begonia with iridescent leaves that shimmer with metallic pink and pearl-like spots. It requires high humidity and grows best in shade to partial shade, reaching a height of 10 to 12 inches. This begonia is ideal for adding a touch of elegance to indoor or shaded garden areas.
Rosa 'It's A Breeze'
Rosa 'It's A Breeze' is a dark red groundcover rose known for its excellent disease resistance and ability to rebloom well into fall. This winter-hardy plant is heat tolerant and has a mild rosy fragrance, making it a versatile addition to gardens across USDA zones 4-11.
Dracaena roxburghiana
Dracaena roxburghiana is a low-maintenance indoor plant with banded green and dark green leaves. It spreads by rhizomes and rarely blooms indoors. This evergreen perennial is known for its air-purifying qualities and can grow up to 2-3 feet tall. It thrives in partial sun to partial shade and requires well-draining soil. However, it is toxic to cats, dogs, and humans if ingested, so caution is advised.
Philodendron 'Congo Green Variegated'
Philodendron 'Congo Green Variegated' is a fast-growing tropical indoor plant with large, glossy green leaves featuring creamy white or yellow variegation. It is known for purifying indoor air and is adaptable to low light conditions, making it a popular choice for enhancing indoor environments.
Leucophyllum frutescens
Leucophyllum frutescens, also known as Texas Sage, is a low-maintenance shrub with silver-gray oval leaves and tubular flowers in pink, blue, and purple. It can reach up to 8 feet tall and requires full sun exposure. This plant attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds and is non-toxic to humans and pets, making it a safe and attractive addition to gardens.
Impatiens hawkeri 'Variegata'
Impatiens hawkeri 'Variegata' is a popular bedding plant introduced to the US in the 1970s, known for its tolerance to shade. It grows to a height of 8 to 10 inches and requires consistent moisture, thriving in temperatures between 45 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. This plant should be protected from full sun to maintain its vibrant appearance.
Pogostemon stellatus 'Dassen'
Pogostemon stellatus 'Dassen' is an aquarium stem plant known for its vibrant orange, pink, and red shades. It features thin, pointed foliage that grows in opposite pairs, creating a bushy effect. Best suited for experienced hobbyists, it requires moderate to high lighting and benefits from CO2 injection. This plant improves water quality and provides shade and shelter for fish.
Echinocereus sanpedroensis
Echinocereus sanpedroensis is a rapidly growing cactus that flowers in spring, with blooms that remain open most of the day and night. It requires good drainage and tolerates bright light but may suffer from sun scorch in direct sunlight.
Selenicereus grandiflorus
Selenicereus grandiflorus, also known as 'Queen of the Night', is a captivating cactus native to Mexico and Central America. This epiphytic plant is famous for its large, fragrant white flowers that bloom for just one night each year. It thrives in full sun and requires more frequent watering than typical desert cacti. The plant's stems can grow up to 33 feet long, and it prefers well-drained soil and a warm climate. Its unique night-blooming habit and vine-like appearance make it a fascinating addition to any collection.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Gertrude Glahn'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Gertrude Glahn' is a striking plant with blooms that display deep pink, purple, and blue hues. Known for its strong stems and firm flower heads, this hydrangea was bred in Germany in 1923. It is a beautiful addition to gardens in zone 6, offering vibrant color and robust growth.
Illicium 'Miss Scarlett'
This plant produces crimson blooms and grows 4-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide. It is disease and deer-resistant and hardy in USDA zones 7-10. The plant prefers part sun to part shade and moist, well-draining garden soil, with new foliage that matures to dark green.
Abies procera
This plant is a popular choice for Christmas trees, known for its distinct branches with open spaces and smooth, silvery-gray bark. It has gray-green or bright blue-gray leaves and is native to western Oregon, Washington, and northwest California.
Gongora batemanni
Gongora batemanni is an orchid species found across Central America, from Mexico to Costa Rica. Known for its unique and intricate flowers, this orchid thrives in warm, humid environments typical of its native regions. It is a favorite among orchid collectors due to its exotic appearance and adaptability to various growing conditions.