Plants
Hedychium forrestii
Hedychium forrestii is a ginger lily with large, glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers that bloom in late summer. It is known for its strong, sweet fragrance and is often used in gardens for its ornamental appeal.
Ajuga tenorei 'Cordial Canary'
Ajuga tenorei 'Cordial Canary' is a bright golden bugleweed forming a 3-inch tall mound with narrow golden leaves. It produces blue-lavender flowers in spring and thrives in morning sun to part sun with slightly moist soils. This plant's vibrant foliage and compact size make it an excellent choice for groundcover.
Begonia 'Tiger Paws'
Begonia 'Tiger Paws' is known for its striking foliage with chocolate to bronze-red leaves and bright green, paw-like markings. It features white eyelash-like hairs on leaf edges and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings. This plant grows relatively rapidly, making it a lively addition to gardens.
Dryopteris bissetiana 'Sichuan Splendor'
Dryopteris bissetiana 'Sichuan Splendor' is a deer-resistant wood fern found at high elevations in Sichuan, China. It forms a 1-foot tall by 2-foot wide evergreen clump with impressed spores on the back of its fronds. This plant is suitable for shade gardens and is known for its resilience in dry conditions.
Bletilla 'Candles In The Wind'
Bletilla 'Candles In The Wind' is a dense, vigorous clump-forming plant known for its 4-foot tall spikes with white flowers blushed pink and a yellow-tipped tongue. The three-way branched spikes bloom from mid-May through July, providing a stunning display. This plant thrives in full sun for at least a couple of hours and is not picky about soil moisture, making it a versatile addition to gardens. 'Candles In The Wind' is a delightful choice for those seeking a hardy and visually striking plant.
Penstemon 'Midnight'
Penstemon 'Midnight' is a vigorous plant with dark green leaves, growing 18 inches tall and wide. It produces deep purple bell-shaped flowers in spring and sporadically through summer, attracting butterflies and adding vibrant color to gardens.
Aglaonema 'Ruby'
Aglaonema 'Ruby' is a striking plant with ruby-red and pink-accented foliage. It thrives in moderate to low light conditions and is low-maintenance, making it a colorful addition to indoor spaces.
Aponogeton boivinianus
Aponogeton boivinianus is a tall-growing bulb plant from Madagascar, known for its broad, elongated leaves with a ruffled texture. It prefers cooler water and clean conditions, making it ideal for aquariums.
Bulbophyllum lindleyanum
Bulbophyllum lindleyanum is an orchid species known for its large, pendulous flowers in shades of red and brown. It requires high humidity and filtered light, making it a striking addition to any orchid collection.
Iris germanica 'Alpine Journey'
Iris germanica 'Alpine Journey' is a perennial plant with showy yellow and white blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It features clumps of sword-like green foliage and is suitable for various garden settings, including containers and borders. This easy-to-care-for plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring moderate to low moisture.
Salix babylonica 'Scarlet Curls'
Salix babylonica 'Scarlet Curls' is a deciduous tree with an upright rounded habit and twisted scarlet red stems. It is fast-growing and provides winter interest, preferring full sun and moist soil while adapting to various soil types.
Lobelia laxiflora 'Candy Corn'
Lobelia laxiflora 'Candy Corn' is a striking perennial native to Northern Mexico, known for its bright orange tubular flowers with yellow tips. It can grow up to 5 feet tall, forming clumps with dark green leaves. This plant is a favorite among hummingbirds and thrives in dry, open woodlands.
Hemerocallis 'Ice Carnival'
Hemerocallis 'Ice Carnival' is a cold and heat-hardy perennial known for its creamy ivory-white trumpet-shaped flowers with soft yellow throats. Blooming all summer long, it attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, adding vibrant life to gardens. This plant thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9 and is adaptable to various soil conditions, making it a versatile choice for Xeric and Firewise landscapes. Its fragrant flowers and low maintenance needs make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking beauty and resilience.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Hinjo'
Miscanthus sinensis 'Hinjo' is a compact variety of zebra miscanthus, known for its vivid horizontal gold banding. It produces tall plumes reaching up to 6 feet in late summer, adding texture and movement to the garden. This ornamental grass is suitable for sunny locations and is rabbit resistant, making it a durable choice for perennial borders and rain gardens.
Echeveria 'Vampire'
Echeveria 'Vampire' is a drought-tolerant succulent known for its ability to reproduce in numerous ways. It thrives in sunny areas with porous, well-draining soil, requiring minimal watering. This plant benefits from the addition of pumice, perlite, or grit to cactus soil and prefers periods of drought between waterings. Echeveria 'Vampire' is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance plant with striking rosette forms. Its resilience and adaptability make it a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor succulent collections.
Kniphofia 'Alcazar'
Kniphofia 'Alcazar', commonly known as red hot poker, is a perennial with long, narrow green leaves and striking flower spikes. The flowers transition from golden at the base to bright orange at the top, blooming from June to July. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and adds a bold vertical element to sunny gardens.
Heuchera 'Southern Comfort'
Heuchera 'Southern Comfort' is an evergreen perennial with amber-colored leaves that emerge peachy-orange, turning coral-orange in cooler temperatures. It forms 14-inch tall by 2-foot wide clumps and is known for its sun, heat, and soil moisture tolerance. This plant is a hybrid with Heuchera villosa parentage.
Crinum 'Lolita'
Crinum 'Lolita' is a hybrid plant with 4-foot long glossy green foliage and 3.5-foot tall spikes. It produces up to 18 rosy-red fragrant flowers in summer, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This plant is a vibrant addition to sunny gardens.
Hosta 'Prairie Sky'
Hosta 'Prairie Sky' is a clump-forming plant with powder blue leaves that hold their color well in hot climates. It grows 14 inches tall and 3 feet wide, with lavender flowers on 2-foot tall scapes in mid-summer. This hosta is ideal for shade gardens.
Hosta 'Masquerade'
Hosta 'Masquerade' is a small plant with tiny clusters of white-centered leaves and two-toned, dark green edges. It forms 10-inch wide clumps and produces lavender flowers on 12-inch tall scapes, thriving in morning sun to light shade.
Nymphaea 'Rembrandt'
Nymphaea 'Rembrandt' is a water lily with fragrant pink flowers featuring red inner petals and rose-red outer petals. It provides shade for pond wildlife and grows best in full to partial sun. This plant adds beauty and fragrance to water gardens, making it a popular choice for aquatic landscapes.
Echeveria agavoides 'Red Tip'
Echeveria agavoides 'Red Tip' is a vibrant succulent native to Central America, particularly Mexico. Known for its beautiful rosette shape, this plant features colorful leaves with red tips. It thrives in bright, indirect light and is well-suited for indoor cultivation. Echeveria agavoides is a low-maintenance plant, making it ideal for beginners. Its striking appearance and easy care requirements make it a popular choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Alstroemeria 'The Third Harmonic'
Alstroemeria 'The Third Harmonic' is a hybrid with large, medium orange flowers and a purple-flecked lip. It grows on 4-foot tall stalks and is a favorite of hummingbirds. This plant is drought-tolerant and suitable for cottage gardens, adding vibrant color and attracting pollinators.
Asarum campaniflorum 'Green Leaf Form'
Asarum campaniflorum 'Green Leaf Form', or Chinese wild ginger, is known for its elegant flowers and glossy green foliage. It produces cream-colored flowers with a purple velvet band in late winter or spring. This plant thrives in light to full shade and is ideal for dry shade gardens.