Plants
Cordyline 'Calypso Queen'
Cordyline 'Calypso Queen' is a tropical indoor plant known for its striking deep purple and pink foliage. It thrives in medium to bright indirect light and prefers moist, well-draining soil. This plant can tolerate some drought and benefits from less frequent watering in winter. It is best watered with distilled or rainwater, or tap water left out overnight to avoid mineral buildup.
Aconitum napellus
Aconitum napellus, commonly known as monkshood, is a highly toxic flowering plant native to Europe. It features dark purple to bluish-purple helmet-shaped flowers and lacy, geranium-like foliage. This herbaceous perennial is cultivated for its spiky inflorescences and attractive foliage.
Peperomia metallica
Peperomia metallica is a low-growing plant native to Peru, known for its chocolate brown glossy leaves with a silver stripe. It branches easily and can trail over the pot rim. The plant prefers shade to partial shade and can tolerate temperatures from 45 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit. Its unique leaf coloration and trailing habit make it an interesting addition to indoor plant collections.
Brassia caudata
Brassia caudata, also known as the spider orchid, is found across the warmer parts of the Western Hemisphere. It is celebrated for its distinctive tailed flowers and adapts well to diverse habitats. This orchid is a unique addition to any collection.
Panax japonicus
Panax japonicus is a rare woodland plant with 2-foot tall stalks emerging from knobby white rhizomes. It features palmate leaves and non-descript white flowers that develop into fruit heads changing from green to red to black. This species may require a mate to produce seeds and is known for its unique reproductive characteristics.
Malus domestica 'Anna'
Malus domestica 'Anna' is a self-pollinating apple tree that produces medium to large apples with light green and yellow skin and a slight red blush. The apples are sweet, slightly tart, and crisp, ripening in June. This tree grows best in USDA zones 6-9 and requires 200-300 chill hours.
Hydrocharis spongia
Hydrocharis spongia, a temperate aquatic plant native to North America, resembles a miniature waterlily with its floating heart-shaped leaves. It thrives in slow-moving waters and is effective at removing nitrogen and potassium from the water. This perennial plant grows to a height of 1/4 to 1 inch and prefers full to partial sun. While fast-growing, it is easier to control than duckweed and can become invasive in warm climates.
Pothos 'Golden'
Pothos 'Golden' is a popular indoor plant known for its air-purifying qualities and ease of care. It features vine-like growth, making it ideal for hanging displays or placing on shelves. This plant thrives in a range of lighting conditions, from bright to low light, and is perfect for those new to plant care.
Lilium philadelphicum
Lilium philadelphicum, also known as the western wood lily, is a North American native perennial with bright red-orange flowers. It grows up to 2 feet tall and is the floral emblem of Saskatchewan, Canada, though it is endangered in several US states.
Nolina texana
Nolina texana, related to yucca, resembles an evergreen ornamental grass and is native to the south-central United States and Northern Mexico. It produces small white flowers on 3-foot spikes in spring and is well-suited for xeriscape or native plant gardens. This plant thrives in alkaline soil with good drainage and is winter hardy in USDA zones 7 to 11.
Brighamia insignis
Brighamia insignis, commonly known as Alula, is a unique and endangered Hawaiian plant with a striking succulent stem and a rosette of fleshy leaves. It is native to the islands of Kaua'i and Ni'ihau and can grow up to 16 feet tall. This plant is notable for its fragrant yellow flowers, which bloom in clusters from September to November, emitting a scent reminiscent of honeysuckle. Historically pollinated by a now-extinct hawk moth, it faces threats from invasive species and environmental changes. Conservation efforts include hand pollination and seed collection to prevent its extinction in the wild. Alula thrives in mesic shrublands and dry forests and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant due to its unusual appearance. Its flowers are trumpet-shaped, and the plant produces small green capsule fruits. The species is a remarkable example of Hawaii's unique flora, with ongoing efforts to preserve its existence.
Philodendron 'Imperial Green'
Philodendron 'Imperial Green' is an easy-care plant with green and marbled foliage, offering a variety of leaf colors. This plant is ideal for indoor environments, providing lush greenery with minimal maintenance.
Nymphaea 'Dang Mameaw'
Nymphaea 'Dang Mameaw' is an aquatic plant known for its deep raspberry-red flowers that bloom during the day. The flowers range from 4 to 8 inches, and the plant has a spread of 3 to 7 feet. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and can grow in water depths of 6 to 18 inches. This ornamental plant is also algae-reducing, making it a beneficial addition to ponds.
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.
Aphelandra squarrosa
This plant flourishes in abundant, but not direct, light and is sensitive to moisture content. It likes to be kept moist but not wet and needs frequent, small amounts of water. The plant is native to Brazil.
Dasylirion gentryi
Dasylirion gentryi, native to southern Sonora, Mexico, is an evergreen plant with green, slightly twisted, spiny leaves. It is similar to Dasylirion wheeleri but has a more open form. The plant produces impressive 9-foot tall flower spikes with tightly clustered tiny flowers, thriving in seasonally moist conditions.
Rosa 'Radral'
Rosa 'Radral' is a compact rose bush that produces brilliant orange blooms with hints of yellow and pink. It grows 4-5 feet tall and wide, with lush green foliage that emerges bronze-red. This disease-resistant plant thrives in full sunlight and is known for its reblooming flowers from spring until the first frost.
Aesculus pavia
Aesculus pavia, commonly known as the red buckeye, is a native deciduous tree with vivid scarlet tubular flowers that can reach up to 9 inches long. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, making it a lively addition to any garden. This tree grows well in sun or partial shade and thrives in a variety of soil types. It is disease and pest resistant, with leaves that emerge burgundy-red and turn dark green. Moderately drought-tolerant, it is a resilient and visually striking tree.
Dracaena 'Marginata Magenta'
Dracaena 'Marginata Magenta' is a durable plant resembling a palm, known for its narrow, bright green leaves edged with red or pink stripes. It thrives in a wide range of environments, making it an excellent choice for adding a tropical appearance to any room. This plant is appreciated for its air-purifying qualities and easy care, making it a popular choice for indoor spaces. Dracaena 'Marginata Magenta' is a versatile and attractive addition to any home or office.
Brassica rapa
Brassica rapa, also known as pak choi, is a mild mustard green that is easy to grow and ideal for containers. It has flat, smooth, dark green leaves and is slow to bolt, tolerating cold, heat, and dry conditions. This plant is best harvested at 5-6 inches tall and is ready in about 35 days.
Gonialoe variegata
This slow-growing succulent is native to South Africa and Namibia and reaches 24 inches tall and 12 inches wide. It produces orange to salmon pink flowers and is mildly toxic to pets, preferring partial shade and well-drained soil.
Primulina 'Jv's 'forever Yung'
Primulina 'Jv's 'Forever Yung' is a compact plant that thrives in bright light and well-draining soil. It produces blue flowers when mature and should be kept evenly moist. This plant grows to about 3 inches tall and is ideal for indoor settings where water can be carefully managed.
Nassella tenuissima
Nassella tenuissima, also known as Mexican feather grass, is a delicate ornamental grass native to the southwestern United States, northern Mexico, and Argentina. It forms wispy clumps of narrow foliage and produces tan plumes that reach up to 2 feet tall in late spring. While it is a popular choice for gardens due to its graceful appearance, it is considered a major threat to native ecosystems in Australia. This grass is drought-tolerant and can self-seed, making it a low-maintenance option for xeriscaping.
Begonia 'Striped'
Begonia 'Striped' is a compact plant native to Brazil, featuring velvet leaves with a bright green stripe and a mahogany-colored underside. It produces white flowers and is a striking addition to indoor or shaded garden spaces.
Breynia disticha 'Minima'
Breynia disticha 'Minima' is a small-leafed variety of snow bush with young white leaves that develop shades of pink in good sunlight. It is often used as a specimen plant or for adding accent and color to gardens, providing a delicate and colorful display.
Iris foetidissima
Iris foetidissima, native to Western Europe, is a robust clump-forming plant with dark green evergreen foliage. It produces small tan and lavender flowers in spring and bright red fruits in fall. The leaves emit an unpleasant odor when crushed, and it prefers light shade and well-drained soil.
Vriesea racinae
Vriesea racinae is a true miniature epiphyte from Brazil, known for its curled deep green leaves with brown spots as they mature. It produces bell-shaped white flowers and prefers bright, indirect or filtered light. This plant requires well-draining soil and is ideal for those looking to add a touch of the tropics to their indoor plant collection. Its compact size and unique foliage make it a charming addition to any space.
Sarracenia 'Doodle Bug'
This easy-to-grow plant is native to the wet pocosins of the Gulf Coast and Southeastern North America. It has light green pitchers with red veins and white areoles, and parrot-like hoods that attract insects with nectar glands. The plant is vigorous and forms dense colonies, preferring open, sunny boggy conditions. It holds its color into frost and blooms mid-season with small, numerous, red, spicy fragrant flowers. Suitable for bog gardens, greenhouses, and tall terrariums, it thrives in bright to partial sun and requires dormancy.