Plants
Hedychium 'Pradhanii'
Hedychium 'Pradhanii' is a striking plant with dozens of 7-foot tall stalks and large spikes of light peach-colored flowers. The flowers have a peach-colored throat that changes to yellow near the petal ends and emit a light honeysuckle fragrance. Blooming from late summer until frost, this plant adds a tropical touch to gardens. It is appreciated for its height and ability to attract pollinators, making it a standout choice for landscapes.
Primula sieboldii 'Chubby One'
Primula sieboldii 'Chubby One' is a woodland plant that flowers in early April with compact clusters of white and pink flowers. It goes dormant in hot climates and prefers moist, well-drained soils, spreading modestly as a ground cover.
Aloe juvenna 'Tiger Tooth Aloe'
Aloe juvenna 'Tiger Tooth Aloe' is a drought-tolerant succulent known for its unique appearance and minimal water requirements. It naturally grows in sunny areas and thrives in porous, well-draining soil. This plant requires little watering, with drought periods between waterings to prevent water-logging. Its adaptability and ease of care make it a popular choice for succulent enthusiasts and those looking for low-maintenance plants.
Echeveria 'Harry Watson'
Echeveria 'Harry Watson' is a drought-tolerant succulent that requires ample light and well-draining soil. It is recommended to place it in a south-facing location and allow for drought periods between waterings. This plant is a resilient choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Rhododendron 'Fireball'
Rhododendron 'Fireball' is a deciduous shrub known for its striking orange-red flowers that bloom in early spring. Its leaves start as bronze-red and mature to a mid-green hue. This plant attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, making it a lively addition to gardens. It thrives in USDA zones 5 to 8 and prefers full sun to part shade. The plant has a graceful, rounded growth habit and requires slightly acidic, well-drained soil with moderate moisture.
Aronia melanocarpa 'Mckenzie'
Aronia melanocarpa 'Mckenzie' is an ornamental fruiting shrub known for its fragrant flowers that attract pollinators and near-black berries. It grows 7 to 10 feet tall and 5 to 6 feet wide, with glossy foliage that displays fall color. This shrub is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8, prefers full sun, and is seldomly damaged by deer, making it a resilient choice for diverse landscapes.
Agave schidigera 'Royal Flush'
Agave schidigera 'Royal Flush' is a succulent with stiff, smooth-edged leaves featuring a central green pattern and creamy yellow edges. It grows slowly and is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping and rock gardens.
Hosta 'Celestial'
Hosta 'Celestial' is a herbaceous perennial with huge corrugated leaves and pale lavender flowers. It attracts hummingbirds and pollinators and is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 9. This low-maintenance plant prefers dappled shade and moist, well-drained, highly organic soils.
Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty'
Aeonium 'Blushing Beauty' is a branched, upright succulent native to Madeira, the Canary Islands, and North Africa. It can grow up to 24 inches tall, featuring rosettes of green leaves with red edges. In spring, it produces yellow star-shaped flowers, adding a splash of color to its surroundings. This plant thrives in full to partial sun and requires a soak and dry watering method, preferring porous soil with excellent drainage.
Guzmania 'Priscilla'
Guzmania 'Priscilla' is a tropical plant from the Guzmania genus, known for its long, slender evergreen leaves and single brilliant inflorescence. The flowers last 3 to 6 months and typically bloom once, adding a vibrant touch to indoor spaces.
Bletilla ochracea
Bletilla ochracea, also known as the Chinese butterfly orchid, is a hardy perennial native to Vietnam and China. It is similar to Bletilla striata but requires more sunlight. This orchid features a flowering stalk with two long, pleated green leaves and blooms in early-to-mid May with light yellow flowers. The flowers have a lip that ranges from light lavender to dark yellow, adding a delicate touch to gardens.
Hosta longissima 'Shiro Fukurin'
Hosta longissima 'Shiro Fukurin' is a rare Japanese hosta with narrow green leaves edged in muted gold. It forms an 18-inch wide clump and requires moist soil, making it a unique addition to shaded garden spaces.
Anthurium queremalense
Anthurium queremalense is a rare plant native to Colombia, featuring elongated, lance-shaped leaves with a deep green hue and velvety texture. It produces elongated, pendant inflorescences with waxy, heart-shaped flowers ranging from creamy whites to pale pinks. This plant thrives in warm, humid environments with bright, indirect light.
Arisaema tashiroi
Arisaema tashiroi, one of the tallest Japanese cobra lilies, features a striking purple and green snake-skin patterned stem reaching up to 30 inches. At the top, it bears leaves and an erect pitcher with a green spathe that curls upwards. This plant is native to Japan and thrives in part sun to light shade, making it a unique addition to shaded gardens. Its unusual appearance and growth habit make it a fascinating plant for collectors.
Helleborus foetidus 'Green Gnome'
Helleborus foetidus 'Green Gnome' is a dwarf seed strain that forms a mature clump only 8 inches tall. It features tiny leaves and scaled-down flower stalks with panicles of green bells in late winter. This plant is suitable for shaded gardens, offering a unique and compact option for winter interest.
Silene dioica 'Rays Golden'
Silene dioica 'Rays Golden' is a common European meadow perennial known for its 2-foot wide clumps of golden foliage and small pink flowers from April to June. This easy-to-grow plant thrives in damp alkaline soils and is a relative of dianthus.
Hosta 'Golden Torch'
Hosta 'Golden Torch' is a hybrid plant with thick, round, and corrugated leaves that form a 4-foot wide clump. Its dusty golden foliage is topped with 30-inch scapes of light lavender flowers in late summer. This plant is known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a delightful addition to shaded garden areas.
Hosta 'Color Glory'
Hosta 'Color Glory' features a wide gold center with a corrugated blue edge, topped with short stalks of white flowers. It is susceptible to early spring frost, which may discolor the yellow portion of the leaf.
Sempervivum 'Plum Fuzzy'
Sempervivum 'Plum Fuzzy' is a drought-tolerant succulent that reproduces in various ways. It requires ample light, preferably in a south-facing location, making it a resilient choice for sunny gardens.
Dionaea muscipula 'Z11'
Dionaea muscipula 'Z11' is a massive flytrap known for its large traps that fill up a pot. It is open pollinated and appreciated for its ability to capture insects. This plant is a standout among carnivorous plants, offering a unique addition to any collection.
Lycoris rosea 'Pink Bouquet'
Lycoris rosea 'Pink Bouquet' is a hybrid plant with dense clumps and 20-inch tall stalks bearing large heads of rosy pink flowers. It blooms in mid-August, and its winter-growing foliage emerges in mid-October, adding seasonal interest to gardens.