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African Daisy

Acclaimed for its showy flowers and easy maintenance, the African Daisy can be grown in a window box, hanging basket, border as well as in containers. Its flowers in purple, pink, white and yellow blossoms which daisy-like bloom will uplift the spirit of

African Fern Pine

A rich green foliage and its tolerance to sun or partial shade makes iAfrican Fern Pine an asset to any garden or landscape around the world. This evergreen tree has a soft and gentle texture from its feathery, fern-like leaves falling from its branches.

Aeonium

Aeonium is the sculptural succulent with mesmerizing rosettes, bold color, and the ability to thrive with minimal fuss. The captivating succulent with symmetric rosettes and wonderful color variations, Aeonium is something everyone should grow

Abelia

Abelia is a favorite among gardeners looking for year-round interest with minimal fuss. This plant effortlessly combines grace with flexibility and fragrant flowers. Because it requires little care and produces flowers for a long duration, it has been lov

Acoma Crape Myrtle

Acoma Crape Myrtle is a compact, multi-stemmed beauty that delivers spectacular summer flowers and beautiful peeling bark, perfect for small spaces and big impressions! It is famous for having white flowers and smooth, attractive bark.

African Iris

African Iris is a low maintenance, clump forming perennial with sword-like leaves and striking flowers that look similar to a mix between an iris and an orchid.

African Milk Tree

A Gorgeous Succulent With Spires of Green and Red Drama

African Spear Plant

The African Spear Plant (Sansevieria cylindrica), also known as cylindrical snake plant or spear sansevieria, is a hardy, architectural succulent native to Angola.

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Baby Tears

With small, round leaves and its vibrant, low-growing form, Baby Tears plant has become a favorite of both gardeners and houseplant fans alike. It forms a mat of tiny, soft-leaved, delicate greenery that will cover the ground and spill over containers wit

Bachelor's Button

Bachelor’s Button (Centaurea cyanus), or cornflower, has a bit of name that may bring to mind the flower of a free spirit or a romantic soul. Native to Europe but beloved across the globe for its bold, colorful blooms and ability to thrive in a variety of

Baltic Blue Pothos

Baltic Blue Pothos (Epipremnum pinnatum ‘Baltic Blue’) is a dramatic variety named for its deep bluish-green leaves, which striking natural splits appear as they grow and evolve

Balloon Flower

The Balloon Flower (Platycodon grandiflorus) is an easily grown perennial that presents its balloon-like buds, which erupt into 5 petaled star shaped flowers

Bahia Grass

Bahia Grass (Paspalum notatum) is an example of a plant that grows with not much work but yields an attractive, green lawn with superior durability.

Blackboy

Xanthorrhoea is one of Australia's most recognisable native plants, famous for its striking looks, its slow growth, and its resilience. With its blackened trunk, fountain of grassy foliage, and towering flower spike, it adds an exotic, sculptural element

Baby Rubber Plant

This popular houseplant has taken the indoor gardening world by storm, and for good reason. Its fleshy, succulent-like leaves conserve water and it will thrive even in the hands of a novice gardener. Adds a touch of refreshing green to your desk, shelf or

Ball Cactus

The Ball Cactus (Parodia magnifica and related species in the Notocactus group) earns its name from its globe-like form and neatly spaced ribs, giving it the appearance of a botanical sculpture

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Calathea Fasciata

Meet Calathea Fasciata! This tropical beauty is part of the Marantaceae family, also known as the "prayer plant" family

Cabbage Cactus

Echinocactus grusonii, also known as the Cabbage Cactus, has a name that sounds like it should include leafy greens, but don’t be fooled—it’s a cactus through and through.

Calathea Musaica

Calathea musaica, also known as Goeppertia kegeljanii ‘Network’, is a true botanical masterpiece.

Calathea orbifolia

There are very few plants that are able to provide an instant feeling of the tropics in the way that Calathea Orbifolia can.

Caladium

Have you had that feeling to add a splash of color to your garden and get it all done in a jiffy? You must get Caladium, or “Angel Wings” for its enormous heart-shaped leaves

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Daphne

With glossy green leaves and clusters of small, richly perfumed flowers, daphne gives charm and sophistication to the winter garden when little else is blooming. This shrub can be fussy but can offer years of exquisite beauty and scent to those who pamper

Dahoon Holly

"Ever wondered how to add year-round beauty to your garden without much fuss?" Dahoon Holly (Ilex cassine) could be the perfect solution!

Dalmatian Bellflower

Want a tough, low-maintenance plant that’ll bring a pop of color to your garden? How about Dalmatian Bellflower (Campanula portenschlagiana)!

Dahlia

What’s not to love about a flower that delivers drama, color and resilience? Dahlias are really the perfect choice.

Daffodil

Daffodils are undemanding, pest - deer and rodent - resistant and good in a wide variety of garden sites, making them an essential for gardeners in all climates

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Early Girl Tomato

A Fast-Growing Favorite That Delivers Tomatoes Before Anyone Else

Early Harvest Apple Tree

For those who adore crispy, refreshing apples but can’t wait until fall, the Early Harvest Apple Tree is going to be your new best friend.

Elizabeth Magnolia

Magnolia 'Elizabeth' is a graceful deciduous tree known for its soft yellow, lemon-scented flowers that bloom in early spring before the foliage. With its upright form and subtle color, it’s a favorite for adding elegance to any landscape.

Elm

A Majestic Classic for Parks, Gardens and Avenues

Easter Cactus

The Easter Cactus (Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri) is here to challenge every stereotype. This tropical beauty isn’t about blistering heat and endless droughts—it's a rainforest native that thrives in humidity, shade, and well-timed neglect

Easter Lily

With little effort, the Easter Lily produces its spectacular display of trumpet-shaped white flowers that bloom in time for Easter.

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False Aralia

If you are thinking about bringing a bit of the tropical indoors, the False Aralia (Schefflera elegantissima) may be just the plant for you

False Holly

Want to add a bold evergreen shrub to your landscape or garden? The False Holly (Osmanthus heterophyllus) may be exactly that source for you.

Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple

For autumn splendor, few trees can hold a candle to Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple (*Acer saccharum 'Fall Fiesta').

False Indigo

Native Beauty That Brings Pollinators and Color to Your Garden

False Palm

False Palm is an exquisitely attractive plant with long, narrow or deeply cleft leaves that resembles a real palm but is very low maintenance. False Palm, though not a true palm — its leaves belong to other plant families — has the graceful, upright growt

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Garden Phlox

A Timeless Classic That Provides Color All Season Long

Gardenia

A Beautiful Flower with an Alluring Fragrance

Garlic

Garlic has been grown for thousands of years, from giving culinary dishes a pungent, savory flavor to providing numerous medicinal qualities. Be it roasted, sautéed or ea

Grass Tree

Xanthorrhoea, or Grass Tree, is one of Australia's most recognisable native plants, famous for its striking looks, its slow growth, and its resilience

Galaxy Petunia

The Galaxys Petunia (Petunia hybrid) is a flower that seems to be painted with the universe itself.

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Halcyon Hosta

With its uniquely blue-green foliage, Halcyon Hosta is indeed a standout in shaded landscapes

Hakone Grass

There are few plants under cultivation that can match Hakone Grass (Hakonechloa macra) for grace, movement, and texture.

Hardy Hibiscus

A Cold-Hardy Perennial That Brings Exotic Flair to Temperate Climates

Hardy Kiwi

A Cold-Hardy Vine That Bears Sweet, Tangy Fruit in Your Own Backyard

Hardy Mum

The Hardy Mum (Chrysanthemum) is the king of fall gardening for a good reason. This plant is a favorite among gardeners for its ability to flower through the cool months, providing vibrant bits of color in gardens just as the season is beginning to slow d

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Iceland Poppy

Every flower has great beauty but very few flowers have the wondrous beauty of nature like Iceland Poppy (Papaver nudicaule)

Ice Plant

The ice plant (Delosperma) is an eye-catching low-maintenance perennial with bright daisy-like flowers and succulent leaves

Impatiens

An Reliable Bloomer That Loves the Shadiest Spots in Your Garden

Imperial Red Philodendron

An eye-catching foliage plant that brings a touch of elegance indoors and outdoors

Inaba Shidare Japanese Maple

A beautiful, lovely tree that adds grace to any landscape

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Jackfruit

A fast-growing tropical tree that yields enormous, nutrient-rich fruits with a sweet, exotic flavor

Jackman Clematis

A Beautiful Spring Climber that Adds Drama to Your Garden

Jade Plant

A Timeless Succulent That Brings Elegance and Luck

Jack Pine

To round out your garden or natural area, consider adding the Jack Pine, which is a rugged and hardy tree.

Jacaranda Tree

The Jacaranda tree is more than just an aesthetic spectacle; it also provides extensive shade and brings a tropical vibe to your garden.

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Kangaroo Paw

A Unique Flower That Adds a Bit of Australia to Your Garden

Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass

A Graceful, Low-Maintenance Grass That Dances in the Breeze

Katsura Tree

A Charismatic Tree with Heart-Shape Leaves and Fragrant Autumn Colors

Kale

Few leafy greens are as versatile and nutritious as Kale (Brassica oleracea)

Kalanchoe

If you’re looking for a resilient and colorful plant that requires minimal upkeep, kalanchoe is the perfect choice.

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Lady Ferns

A Thin and Elegant Greenery That Flourishes in Shade

Lady Palm

A Low-Maintenance, Graceful Palm for Indoors and Gardens

Lady Slipper Orchid

An Exquisite Orchid with Unique, Slipper-Shaped Blooms

Lady’s Mantle

Lady’s Mantle is known for its velvety, scalloped leaves, which catch and hold raindrops as if they were liquid pearls. This old-fashioned perennial is not only gorgeous, it is extremely resilient, low maintenance and useful. It is a favorite for cottage

Lacecap Hydrangea

Would you ever imagine a plant that can change its flower color depending on the soil? Lacecap Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla var. normalis) does exactly that.

Lace Aloe

Lace Aloe (Aloe aristata) is a compact, ornamental succulent known for its graceful, lace-like white markings and soft yet spiky rosettes.

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Macho Fern

With its huge arching fronds and luxuriant green foliage, Macho Fern adds dramatic texture and volume as it grows.Whether nestled under trees or swaying from a hanging basket, it's the go-to plant for instant, low-effort jungle vibes.

Macadamia Nut Tree

The Macadamia Nut Tree (Macadamia integrifolia and Macadamia tetraphylla) is not only the source of delicious nuts — it’s also an eye-catching evergreen tree with glossy green foliage and cascading clusters of fragrant flowers.

Madagascar Periwinkle

The Madagascar Palm (Pachypodium lamerei) is a plant that has many gardeners wondering just that. Despite its name, it’s not a real palm, it’s a succulent, but it absolutely earns its place as a dramatic showpiece. This plant is a garden staple in warmer

Magnolia ‘Ann’

This compact deciduous magnolia explodes with tulip-shaped, deep purple-red blooms in early spring as winter fades. Unlike many other magnolia varieties, ‘Ann’ is prized for its cold hardiness, manageable size and a second flush of flowers later in the se

Madagascar Palm

The Madagascar Palm (Pachypodium lamerei) is a plant that has many gardeners wondering just that. Despite its name, it’s not a real palm, it’s a succulent, but it absolutely earns its place as a dramatic showpiece.

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Nanking Cherry

Nanking Cherry (Prunus tomentosa) is a fruiting shrub that deserves a starring role in both edible and ornamental landscapes. This hardy deciduous species delights with pale pink-white blooms in spring, followed by a heavy crop of bright red cherries.

N’Joy Pothos

This charming variety of Epipremnum aureum boasts lush, heart-shaped leaves splashed with creamy white and vivid green. N’Joy brings visual intrigue to windowsills, desks, or hanging planters—and it thrives with minimal attention.

Nasturtium

Nasturtiums are a delightful combination of bright, cheerful blooms and edible leaves, flowers, and seeds. These easy-to-grow annuals are as much at home in the vegetable patch as they are trailing from a hanging basket or brightening a dull corner of the

Naked Lady

This unusual perennial gets its name from its habit of sending up striking pink blooms on tall, leafless stalks—seemingly out of nowhere—just as summer is ending.

Natal Plum

Natal Plum is a glossy, evergreen shrub that’s as practical as it is beautiful. This plant is loved not only for attractive little star-shaped flowers, but also for its juicy, red fruit, which is quite comparable to a sweet cranberry-strawberry mix.

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October Glory Maple

Famed for its dazzling late-season color, this popular red maple cultivar puts on a dazzling show when most trees have already shed their leaves. It’s a fabulous shade tree no matter the season.

Oakleaf Hydrangea

Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) is a genuine multi-season miracle. This shrub offers something special every season — from creamy white flower cones in summer to crimson foliage in autumn and exfoliating bark that adds texture to winter gardens.

Okra

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant native to Africa that loves hot sunny climates and gives gardeners a bounty of edible pods all summer long.

Old Man Cactus

The Old Man Cactus is a slow-growing, long-living cactus that’s perfect for containers, sunny windowsills, or outdoor succulent gardens in warm climates. In spite of how dramatic it looks, this low-maintenance plant is ideal for all plant collectors.

Oak Mistletoe

Oak Mistletoe (Phoradendron leucarpum) is a semi-parasitic plant known as much for its role in nature as it is for its place in holiday traditions. It’s admired for its evergreen foliage but misunderstood because of its unusual growing habits.

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Painted Lady Philodendron

With its striking chartreuse leaves speckled in deeper greens, this tropical climber lives up to its artistic name. Its vibrant foliage only becomes more pronounced as it matures, making it a favorite with plant collectors and casual plant parents.

Palm Tree

For centuries, palm trees have been symbols of leisure, dream travel, lush, tropical beauty. But more than their postcard-perfect appeal, palm trees are remarkably diverse, ranging from towering outdoor varieties like the Queen Palm to compact, elegant in

Paddle Plant

The Paddle Plant (Kalanchoe thyrsiflora or Kalanchoe luciae) is sculpture as much as it is succulent. This dramatic plant, with its large, round, paddle-shaped leaves tinged with red edges, adds a bold, architectural presence to any garden or indoor space

Pagoda Dogwood

The Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia), a small tree or large shrub that lives up to its name with a branching habit that mimics the layered rooflines of a pagoda. It has four-season appeal:

Pacific Rhododendron

The Pacific Rhododendron is the demonstration of natural beauty.This large-leaved rhododendron offers striking pink to rosy-purple blooms that light up shady corners of the landscape each spring.

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Quick Fire Hydrangea

Quick Fire Hydrangea is an early blooming, fiery-toned shrub that brings drama and color to the garden long before most hydrangeas even think about flowering. It comes into bloom as early as late spring, and sets landscapes aglow with frothy white flowers

Quinoa

Though a typical grain, quinoa is actually the seed of a flowering plant, and its nutritional profile surpasses those of many real cereals with its high protein, fiber and mineral content.

Queen Anne’s Lace

Queen Anne’s Lace has long inspired the imagination of both gardeners and herbalists alike with its umbrella-shaped clusters of white flowers and feathery, fern-like foliage.

Queen Elizabeth Rose

The Queen Elizabeth Rose is elegant, commanding and dignified, it’s a garden staple that feels as if it belongs in a palace courtyard. Tall, upright, and crowned with clusters of soft pink blooms, this rose serves as a living tribute to one of history’s m

Quaking Aspen

The Quaking Aspen isn’t only praised for its golden autumn foliage — it’s adored for how its round, flat leaves tremble and shimmer with the slightest touch of wind. This captivating characteristic makes the Quaking Aspen a great marvel of the natural wo

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Rain Lily

Have you ever seen a flower that blooms with the arrival of rain? The Rain Lily does exactly that, adding splashes of color to your garden as the clouds open up.

Rat Tail Cactus

This desert-native succulent needs to be in everyone’s garden; with its long, trailing stems covered in soft spines, and its show-stopping magenta blooms. It's not your typical cactus—it climbs, cascades, and blooms profusely when happy.

Radish

Radishes are an excellent choice for those who want to see the fruits of their labor coming so fast

Ramps

Ramps, or wild leeks, are one such treasure. These pants with their tender green foliage,pungent, oniony flavor, are cherished in kitchens for generations. Their capacity for thriving in shaded environments makes them a wonderful addition to woodland gar

Rattlesnake Plant

The Rattlesnake Plant is a tropical show-stopper that brings the rich, colorful patterns of the jungle into your home. Whether paired with other tropicals or simply left to shine alone, this charismatic foliage plant adds a touch of wild elegance to any i

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Saskatoon Serviceberry

A Tough and Sweet Native with Year-Round Beauty

San Marzano Tomato

San Marzano tomatoes are a source of national pride. But you don’t have to be in Italy to enjoy them. San Marzanos are grown by gardeners worldwide at home for their deliciousness and high yields — especially those who love canning or making homemade sauc

Sassafras

With its uniquely mitten-shaped leaves, spicy aroma, and a history rooted in both Native American tradition and Southern cooking, Sassafras is much more than an ornamental tree — it’s a living record of culture, utility and seasonal beauty.

Sargent Crabapple

The Sargent Crabapple (Malus sargentii) may be a small tree, but it definitely knows how to make an entrance. Covered in a profusion of white blossoms every spring, this small ornamental tree gets high praise from bees, birds and gardeners alike.

Strawflower

Xerochrysum, commonly known as the Strawflower, is one of the most spectacular and long lasting native wildflowers of Australia. Its papery petals, vibrant color and extended flowering season have made it a favorite of gardeners and florists for centuries

Sagebrush Buttercup

That’s the quiet beauty of the Sagebrush Buttercup (Ranunculus glaberrimus). As delicate as it looks, this little perennial is tough, adapted to the rugged rhythms of high desert life.

Sago Palm

Meet the Sago Palm — a prehistoric wonder that adds dramatic, architectural interest to any space

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Tall Fescue Grass

If you're in search of a tough grass that remains green for longer and possesses better heat tolerance than any other cool-season variety, then Tall Fescue Grass could be the perfect solution for your lawn.

Tamarack

Unlike its evergreen relatives, Tamarack is a deciduous conifer that loses its soft, green needles each fall by ending the season in a radiant display of golden yellow

Taro

A Nutritious Root Crop That Thrives in Tropical Conditions

Tapioca

A Tropical Root Crop That’s as Beautiful as It Is Useful

Tardiva Hydrangea

A Late-Summer Bloom That Adds Elegance to the Garden

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Ugni

A Sweet Little Shrub with Flavorful Secrets

Utah Juniper

Meet the Utah Juniper (Juniperus osteosperma) - a natural wonder of persistence! This tough evergreen shrub can take what most plants cannot: intense heat, ricky soil, biting cold and prolonged drought.

Umbrella Pine

A Rare, Ancient Tree with a Name as Striking as Its Look

Umbrella Plant

With a name as amusing as it looks, let’s find out why the Umbrella Plant (Schefflera arboricola) deserves to be the centre of attention!

Ursinia

Ursinia is a delightful genus of daisy-like flowers that are native to southern Africa. It offers a simple way of bringing brilliant seasonal color to native and cottage-style gardens.

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Variegated Fiddle Leaf Fig

A Stylish Houseplant With a Twist of Cream and Green

Vanda Orchid

The Vanda Orchid, with its bold, showy blooms, and exposed roots is one of the most stunning tropical plants you can grow.

Vanilla

Vanilla, the world’s most popular flavor, actually comes from a plant. Namely the Vanilla planifolia, a tropical vining orchid that produces long green pods rich with flavor and history.

Venus Fly Trap

A Cascading Beauty With a Name as Sweet as Its Leaves

Variegated String of Hearts

A Cascading Beauty With a Name as Sweet as Its Leaves

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Wasabi

Wasabia japonica, a semi-aquatic plant native to Japan that’s notoriously tricky to grow but incredibly rewarding for those who succeed.

Wallflower

Wallflowers sound shy, but in the garden, they are anything but. With their cheerful clusters of blooms and intoxicating scent, wallflowers (Erysimum) are springtime standouts

Watermelon

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is one of the most iconic fruits of summer—juicy, sweet, and endlessly refreshing. With its sprawling vines, vibrant green rinds, and brilliant red (or yellow, or orange!) flesh, this annual vine makes a bold and delicious s

Watermelon Peperomia

Watermelon Peperomia is a tropical evergreen native to South America. It’s popular because of its easy-care nature, compact growth habit and, especially, those eye-catching leaves that look like tiny watermelon skins

Wax Begonia

The Wax Begonia is a garden favorite for its shiny, waxy leaves, and clusters of long blooming flowers. Available in pink, red, white, and bi-colored forms, this versatile plant thrives in both sun and shade and works beautifully in borders, containers, a

Watercress

A pepper green that’s as spicy as it is fresh

Water Lettuce

A Floating Beauty With a Leafy Name and Lush History

Wandflower

A Soft Bloomer That Dances in the Breeze

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Xanthosoma

A Tropical Beauty That Delivers Drama With Its Foliage and Lush, Exotic Vibe

Xylosma

Xylosma (Xylosma congestum) is a versatile, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and dense growth habit.

Ximenia

Ximenia is a shrubby, spiny survivor with delicate blooms and tart, aromatic fruit. Also called “wild plum” or “sea lemon,” this deciduous shrub is valued for its edible fruit, ecological value and unexpectedly drought hardiness.

Xerophyllum

Xerophyllum is often known as bear grass. With grassy foliage and tall, candlelike plumes of creamy white flowers, it turns wild meadows into natural wonderlands. Xerophyllum is slow to establish and slower to bloom — but once it does, it gives the garden

Xyris

Xyris (Xyris spp.), also known as Yellow-eyed Grass, is an attractive perennial native to wetlands and marshes.

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Yaupon holly

Yaupon holly (Ilex vomitoria) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that’s native to the southeastern part of the U.S. It is highly valued for its hardiness, ornamental characteristics, and caffeine-rich leaves

Yarrow

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a hardy perennial herb that has historically been prized for its delicate fern-like foliage, flat-topped flower heads, and near-indestructible nature

Yellow Bird Magnolia

A Golden Springtime Showstopper With Grace and Strength

Yerba Mate

Yerba Mate is a small evergreen tree native to subtropical South America that produces leaves known for brewing a naturally caffeinated tea rich in antioxidant properties. It is not just a source of stimulating tea for growers; it also offers shiny green

Yellow Pear Tomato

Yellow Pear Tomato – this adorable heirloom variety is mostly grape-sized with fresh yellow fruit in the shape of teardrop or tiny pears. This tomato has been passed down through generations of gardeners for its sweet flavor, prolific yield, and playful

Yellow Iris

A Hardy Garden Classic That Shines Like Sunshine

Yellow Bells

A Sun-Loving Stunner That Blooms Without End

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ZZ Plant

The ZZ Plant is a low-maintenance houseplant, with people loving it for its shiny deep green leaves, vertical growth habit, and absolute toughness. Its sculptural, waxy leaves and architectural silhouette are adaptable to nearly every interior style, from

Zygopetalum Orchid

The Zygopetalum Orchid (Zygopetalum spp.) is a tropical orchid that features gorgeous, unique flowers with a strong sweet scent. It can withstand more cold than many of their orchid relatives, which makes them one of the more accessible choices for indoor

Zonal Geranium

The Zonal Geranium (Pelargonium × hortorum) is the type of geranium that most people think of: showy clusters of flowers in red, pink, salmon or white rising above lush, rounded leaves.

Zinfin Doll Hydrangea

The Zinfin Doll Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Zinfin Doll') is a panicle-type hydrangea that has large, cone-shaped flowers which emerge pure white, then turn a shade of blush pink by mid-summer, and deepen to rich rose-pink as the season progresses.

Zigzag Plant

Also known as Fishbone Cactus or Epiphyllum anguliger, the Zigzag Plant earns its extraordinary name from its dramatic, serrated leaves that grow in a zigzag—or fishbone—pattern.

Zebra Plant

The Zebra Plant (Aphelandra squarrosa) is a tropical houseplant native to the rainforests of Brazil, prized for its dark green leaves boldly striped with white veins

Zebra Grass

Zebra Grass is a clump-forming ornamental grass known for its horizontal golden stripes and graceful, fountain-like form

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