Plants
Begonia 'Comte De Miribel'
Begonia 'Comte De Miribel' is a cane-like begonia with narrow green leaves and silver spots. It produces pink flowers and grows 12 to 18 inches tall, preferring bright, indirect light and moderate humidity.
Aglaonema 'Mondo Bay'
Aglaonema 'Mondo Bay' is a striking houseplant with long, thin green leaves and tall white stems. It thrives in low-light conditions and is known for its air-purifying properties, making it an excellent choice for indoor environments.
Begonia 'Sally Savelle'
Begonia 'Sally Savelle' is a rhizomatous hybrid with medium-sized oval leaves that are silver with olive green veins. The leaf backs are red with tiny hairs, and the plant has a compact growth habit. It features bright pink flowers with short pink hairs.
Drymonia pendula
Drymonia pendula is a tropical vine native to Colombia and Peru, known for its rapid growth and ease of rooting. It features adventitious aerial roots and thrives in intermediate moisture and light conditions, making it a fascinating addition to tropical plant collections.
Coreopsis pulchra
Coreopsis pulchra, native to the southeastern United States, is a perennial wildflower with bright yellow flowers and a black eye. It blooms from June through September and is known for its upright, non-spreading form.
Echeandia reflexa
Echeandia reflexa is a perennial plant native to south Texas through Mexico to Honduras, first described in 1795. It belongs to the subfamily Agavoideae and is found in the mountains of Mexico. Hardy in zone 7, it produces small yellow daisies and is a resilient choice for sunny gardens.
Hoya 'Elle'
Hoya 'Elle' is a cultivar with small oval leaves and a trailing or twining growth habit. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered when the soil surface is dry.
Stokesia laevis
Stokesia laevis, native to the southeastern United States, is a monotypic genus in the daisy family known for its summer flowers in purple, blue, or white. This garden flower forms a 12-inch clump with light green foliage and unusual powder blue flowers in late spring. It is named after Jonathan Stokes, an English botanist and physician.
Scutellaria resinosa
Native from Kansas through Arizona, this plant is suitable for well-drained rock gardens. It has sprawling stems with tiny rounded leaves and dark purple snapdragon-like flowers in summer.
Callianthe picta 'Thomsonii'
Callianthe picta 'Thomsonii' features maple-shaped leaves with mottled yellow variegation and soft-yellow hibiscus-like flowers. It prefers shade to partial sun and requires fairly moist soil, thriving in temperatures between 40 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Phyllagathis prostrata
Phyllagathis prostrata is a melastome native to Vietnam, known for its stunning bullate leaves that are bright green. It adapts well to vivarium life, preferring moist conditions and high light. This plant is somewhat easy to propagate, adding a unique touch to plant collections.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Diamond Spire'
This columnar plant has coin-shaped glossy green leaves and single daisy gardenia flowers that rebloom from spring through summer. It is hardy in USDA Zones 7-10 and prefers slightly acidic soil with good drainage.
Rhododendron 'Formosa'
This evergreen shrub is known for its rich, red-pink blossoms with darker blotches, blooming from early spring to midseason and again in early fall. It is a fast-growing, spreading type plant that can be planted in dappled shade. The plant is hardy and provides vibrant color in the garden.
Dischidia ruscifolia
Dischidia ruscifolia is an epiphytic plant native to the Philippines, characterized by its stiff, slender green shoots that grow up to 3.3 feet and are densely decorated with pairs of succulent, heart-shaped leaves. Tiny white flowers appear on the internodes, and the plant is easily propagated from cuttings, making it a charming addition to collections of epiphytic plants.
Bacopa lanigera 'Variegata'
Bacopa lanigera 'Variegata', also known as Hairy Bacopa, is a variegated aquatic plant that develops green color under optimal submerged conditions. It requires a high-tech aquarium with CO2 and nutrients and can also grow in garden ponds with damp soil. This plant produces blue-violet blooms when emerged, adding a splash of color to aquatic settings.
Arisaema yamatense
Arisaema yamatense is a tall species from Japan, known for its striking purple and white patterned stalks that reach over 3 feet. The flower, held above two leaves, features a green pitcher and spadix with white stripes. This plant is suitable for part sun to light shade and is deer resistant, making it a unique addition to shaded gardens.
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Oak Hill'
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Oak Hill' is a charming shrub that blooms on both new and old wood, offering pastel-colored petals that transition to antique greens, reds, and pinks. The bloom color can vary depending on the soil pH, providing a unique and dynamic display. This hydrangea is well-suited for gardens in USDA zone 6, where it can add a touch of elegance with its ever-changing floral hues.
Viburnum odoratissimum var. awabuki
Viburnum odoratissimum var. awabuki is an evergreen shrub often used for privacy screens and hedges. It features dark green, waxy foliage and lightly fragrant white flowers that mature into red berries. This fast-growing shrub can reach up to 20 feet in height and is drought-tolerant once established.
Dieffenbachia 'Amy'
Dieffenbachia 'Amy' is a tropical indoor plant with medium-green leaves speckled with light green and accented by darker green splashes. It is known for its air-purifying qualities and ease of care. However, caution is advised as ingesting the leaf liquid can cause temporary loss of speech.
Rhodanthemum atlanticum
Rhodanthemum atlanticum is a perennial plant native to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, ideal for rock gardens. It forms a slightly spreading patch with grey-green, bird-foot-like foliage and white, aster-like flowers from mid-April to mid-June. The plant thrives in gravelly soils and is known for its ability to seed around, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners.
Aeonium 'Lily Pad'
Aeonium 'Lily Pad' is a succulent with bright green rosette-shaped leaves that produce yellow flowers. It grows 3-7 inches tall and 2-5 inches wide, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. This plant prefers well-draining soil and requires 2-3 hours of sunlight daily with partial shade. Its compact size and vibrant appearance make it a popular choice for succulent enthusiasts.
Drimiopsis maculata
Drimiopsis maculata, also known as little white soldiers, is a bulbous plant from South Africa with fleshy green leaves covered in dark spots. It produces flower spikes of tiny off-white bells and prefers moderate to bright indirect light. This easy-to-grow plant requires a period of dormancy in winter.
Arum palaestinum
Arum palaestinum is a flowering herbaceous perennial native to the Levant and Mediterranean Basin. Known for its dark purplish-black spadix enclosed by a reddish-brown spathe, it blooms in spring and is used in traditional Arabic medicine. This plant is toxic due to oxalate salts and prefers dry sites with good drainage.
Gardenia jasminoides 'Buttons'
This plant grows to about 2 to 3 feet in height and width and prefers partial shade or filtered sunlight. It thrives in well-draining, loamy soil with regular watering, especially during dry spells.
Sansevieria 'Moonshine'
Native to West Africa, this plant has silvery-green leaves with bold green edges that grow in a rosette pattern. It can grow up to 4 feet tall in its natural habitat and 2 feet indoors, blooming in spring and summer with fragrant green and white flowers. The plant is drought-tolerant, prefers moderate watering, and thrives in bright, indirect light. It is low-maintenance and suitable for USDA zones 10-11.
Philodendron hederaceum 'Lemon Lime'
Philodendron hederaceum 'Lemon Lime' is a vibrant houseplant with heart-shaped leaves in neon green and lemon-lime hues. It prefers bright, indirect light and evenly moist soil. This plant thrives in temperatures between 65-80°F and requires moderate to high humidity. It is toxic to pets and humans if ingested.
Begonia 'Dejah Thoris'
Begonia 'Dejah Thoris' is a striking hybrid begonia with a metallic sheen, displaying hues ranging from rosy pink to silver. Named after a character from Edgar Rice Burroughs' works, this plant adds a touch of fantasy to any collection. It produces small white flowers in the spring, complementing its vibrant foliage. As a member of the Begoniaceae family, it thrives in environments with controlled humidity and indirect light. 'Dejah Thoris' is ideal for indoor cultivation, such as in terrariums or greenhouses, where its unique coloration can be fully appreciated.
Dendrobium cuthbertsonii
Dendrobium cuthbertsonii is a miniature epiphytic orchid native to New Guinea and the Bismarck Archipelago, thriving at high altitudes. It is known for its long-lasting flowers, which can vary in color from crimson to orangey-red. This orchid requires cool to cold conditions, high humidity, and excellent airflow. Its small size and unique floral display make it a fascinating addition to any orchid collection.
Yucca glauca
Yucca glauca, also known as small soapweed or Spanish bayonet, is a perennial evergreen native to central North America. It forms colonies of rosettes with long, narrow leaves and produces white to pale green flowers. This drought-tolerant plant is cold hardy and deer resistant.
Baptisia nuttalliana
Baptisia nuttalliana is a flowering plant native to east Texas, forming 18-inch tall and wide clumps. It produces yellow pea-like flowers in early to mid-May and is a member of the legume family. This plant is suitable for sun to part sun conditions and adds a touch of color to gardens.