Plant Database

Agave americana

Dramatic architectural succulent with bold rosettes. Blooms once spectacularly, then dies.

Ajuga reptans

Fast-spreading ground cover with bronze or purple foliage and blue flower spikes in spring.

Allium giganteum

Dramatic globe-shaped flower heads on tall stems. Deer resistant and loved by pollinators.

Aloe vera

Famous medicinal succulent with soothing gel inside its thick leaves. Practically indestructible.

Ulmus americana

Classic vase-shaped street and shade tree once ubiquitous across American towns. Modern disease-resistant cultivars have revived its popularity.

Tilia americana

Dense, symmetrical shade tree with fragrant summer flowers that are a favorite of honeybees.

Platanus occidentalis

Massive shade tree famous for its exfoliating, mottled white-and-gray bark. Thrives near rivers and streams.

Malus domestica

Classic orchard tree that can live for decades. Wide variety of flavors and uses.

Thuja occidentalis

Fast-growing evergreen widely used for privacy screens and windbreaks. Very cold hardy.

Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa

Peppery salad green that matures in just weeks. Bolts quickly — succession plant for steady supply.

Astilbe × arendsii

Feathery plumes of pink, red, or white over fern-like foliage. A shade garden showstopper.

Dryopteris erythrosora

Evergreen fern with coppery-bronze new growth that matures to glossy green. Four-season interest.

Rhododendron spp. (Azalea group)

Showy spring-blooming shrub in the rhododendron family. Prefers acidic soil.

Taxodium distichum

Deciduous conifer with soft, feathery needles that turn rusty-orange in fall. Famous for growing in Southern swamps but adapts well to ordinary yards.

Ocimum basilicum

Aromatic culinary herb that loves heat. Essential for Italian cooking.

Iris germanica

Stunning late spring blooms in virtually every color. Ruffled petals with velvety beards.

Monarda didyma

Shaggy, vibrant blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Edible and medicinal.

Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris

Dual-purpose crop — eat both roots and greens. Earthy sweetness deepens when roasted.

Capsicum annuum

Colorful, vitamin-rich peppers that love long, warm summers.

Rudbeckia hirta

Hardy native wildflower with golden petals. Thrives in tough conditions.

Rubus fruticosus

Prolific cane berry that produces massive crops. Thornless varieties make harvesting easy.

Lamprocapnos spectabilis

Elegant, arching stems with heart-shaped pink flowers. A spring woodland garden classic.

Festuca glauca

Compact blue-gray mounding grass that adds cool color contrast to any garden.

Vaccinium corymbosum

Long-lived shrub that rewards patience with abundant berries. Needs acidic soil.

Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis

Mild, crisp Asian green with tender leaves and crunchy stalks. Extremely fast-growing.

Nephrolepis exaltata

Classic hanging basket fern with lush, arching fronds. A porch and sunroom staple.

Bougainvillea glabra

Brilliant tropical vine with vivid bracts in magenta, orange, or red. Thrives in heat and drought.

Buxus sempervirens

Classic evergreen hedge and topiary plant. Dense, compact growth year-round.

Brassica oleracea (Italica Group)

Nutrient-dense cool-season crop. Plant early for spring or late summer for fall.

Quercus macrocarpa

One of the toughest native oaks — deeply furrowed bark, huge fringed acorns, and outstanding drought and pollution tolerance.

Euonymus alatus

Grown for its electric-red fall foliage — one of the most vivid color displays of any landscape shrub.

Buddleja davidii

Fast-growing shrub that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds all summer.

Brassica oleracea (Capitata Group)

Cool-season crop that forms dense, satisfying heads. Great for slaws and fermentation.

Caladium bicolor

Spectacular tropical foliage in bold patterns of red, pink, white, and green. Grown for leaves, not flowers.

Camellia japonica

Elegant evergreen with glossy leaves and rose-like blooms that flower in fall, winter, or early spring depending on variety.

Canna × generalis

Bold tropical plant with large paddle-shaped leaves and vivid flowers. Makes a dramatic statement.

Daucus carota subsp. sativus

Sweet root vegetable that loves loose, deep soil. Great for containers too.

Matricaria chamomilla

Apple-scented daisy-like flowers used for calming herbal tea. Self-sows prolifically.

Prunus avium

Beautiful ornamental tree that produces sweet or tart fruit. Stunning spring blossoms.

Allium schoenoprasum

Mild onion-flavored herb with edible purple flowers. Near-zero maintenance.

Coriandrum sativum

Essential herb for salsas, curries, and Asian cuisine. Bolts fast in heat.

Clematis × jackmanii

Queen of climbers with large, star-shaped blooms in purple, pink, white, and red.

Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris

Slow-starting but spectacular shade vine with white lacecap flowers and exfoliating bark.

Rosa spp. (climbing cultivars)

Vigorous, long-caned rose trained onto trellises, arbors, and fences for a dramatic vertical wall of blooms.

Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group)

Southern staple green that tolerates heat better than most brassicas. Improves with frost.

Picea pungens

Iconic pyramidal conifer with striking silvery-blue needles. A popular specimen and windbreak tree in colder climates.

Aquilegia canadensis

Delicate, spurred blooms in spring. Attracts hummingbirds and self-sows freely.

Coreopsis verticillata

Cheerful golden daisy-like blooms from early summer through fall. A true low-maintenance perennial.

Zea mays

Nothing compares to fresh-picked sweet corn. Plant in blocks for proper wind pollination.

Cosmos bipinnatus

Airy, daisy-like blooms on tall stems. Thrives in poor soil with little care.

Lagerstroemia indica

Long-blooming summer tree with colorful, crinkled flowers and attractive bark.

Lysimachia nummularia

Golden-green trailing plant with round, coin-like leaves. Beautiful spilling over containers.

Phlox subulata

Spring-blooming ground cover that forms a carpet of pink, purple, or white flowers. Evergreen foliage.

Thymus serpyllum

Fragrant, walkable ground cover that releases its scent when stepped on. Tiny pink flowers.

Crocus vernus

One of the first flowers to emerge in late winter or early spring. Naturalizes beautifully in lawns.

Cucumis sativus

Fast-growing warm-season vine. Prolific producer in hot summer weather.

Narcissus pseudonarcissus

Cheerful, deer-resistant spring bulb. Naturalizes easily and multiplies year after year.

Dahlia pinnata

Spectacular blooms in endless shapes and colors. Dig up tubers in cold zones.

Hemerocallis spp.

Tough, adaptable perennial with trumpet-shaped blooms. Nearly indestructible.

Dianthus plumarius

Clove-scented flowers with fringed petals in pinks, reds, and white. Excellent border plant.

Anethum graveolens

Feathery herb essential for pickles, fish, and dressings. Attracts beneficial insects.

Cornus florida

Beautiful understory tree with showy spring bracts and vibrant fall berries.

Pseudotsuga menziesii

Towering evergreen conifer prized for its soft needles and classic Christmas-tree shape. Thrives especially in the Pacific Northwest.

Juniperus virginiana

Tough, adaptable native juniper that tolerates poor soil, drought, and wind better than almost any other conifer.

Pinus strobus

Fast-growing native conifer with soft, blue-green needles. A classic windbreak and privacy tree across the Northeast and Midwest.

Echeveria spp.

Stunning rosette-forming succulents in an incredible range of colors and textures.

Solanum melongena

Glossy, versatile vegetable that thrives in hot weather. Many shapes and colors available.

Calamagrostis × acutiflora

Tall, upright grass with feathery golden plumes. One of the most versatile ornamental grasses.

Foeniculum vulgare

Anise-flavored herb with feathery foliage and edible bulb. Attracts beneficial insects.

Ficus carica

Ancient, beautiful fruit tree with minimal care needs. Figs in containers can be overwintered indoors.

Forsythia × intermedia

One of the first shrubs to bloom in spring with bright yellow flowers on bare branches.

Pennisetum alopecuroides

Graceful, arching grass with fuzzy caterpillar-like seed heads. Elegant movement in the breeze.

Digitalis purpurea

Towering spires of tubular blooms beloved by bumblebees. Biennial that self-sows freely.

Allium sativum

Plant in fall, harvest in summer. Homegrown garlic far surpasses store-bought.

Pelargonium × hortorum

Cheerful, fragrant annual grown as a perennial in warm zones. A porch and window box staple.

Ginkgo biloba

Ancient, remarkably pest- and disease-resistant tree with fan-shaped leaves that turn brilliant gold in fall.

Gladiolus × hortulanus

Tall, elegant spikes of colorful blooms. A classic cut flower and summer garden staple.

Vitis vinifera

Versatile vine for eating fresh, making wine, or drying as raisins. Long-lived and productive.

Phaseolus vulgaris

Easy, rewarding bush or pole bean. No trellis needed for bush varieties.

Haworthia fasciata

Small, striped succulent that tolerates lower light than most. Perfect windowsill plant.

Sempervivum tectorum

Cold-hardy rosette succulent that multiplies endlessly. Perfect for rock gardens and containers.

Ilex opaca

Classic evergreen with glossy leaves and vivid red berries. Essential for winter interest.

Gleditsia triacanthos

Fast-growing tree with fine, feathery foliage that casts light, dappled shade — grass grows well underneath it.

Lonicera sempervirens

Sweetly fragrant native vine with tubular flowers beloved by hummingbirds. Fast and vigorous.

Hosta spp.

Bold, lush foliage plant perfect for shaded areas. Huge variety of sizes.

Capsicum annuum

From mild jalapeños to fiery habaneros, hot peppers love heat and sun.

Hyacinthus orientalis

Intensely fragrant spring bulb with dense flower spikes. Can be forced indoors in winter.

Rosa spp. (hybrid tea cultivars)

The classic large-bloom cutting rose, prized for long stems and elegant, high-centered flowers.

Hydrangea macrophylla

Show-stopping shrubby perennial with large, lush blooms. Soil pH affects color.

Delosperma cooperi

Succulent ground cover with bright daisy-like blooms. Outstanding on slopes and in dry gardens.

Impatiens walleriana

The go-to flower for shady spots. Prolific bloomer all season long.

Ilex glabra

Native evergreen holly with a fine, boxwood-like texture — a durable substitute where boxwood struggles.

Crassula ovata

Long-lived succulent with thick, glossy oval leaves. Can live for decades and grow tree-like.

Berberis thunbergii

Compact, thorny shrub grown for its colorful burgundy or gold foliage — a durable, deer-resistant landscape staple.

Hakonechloa macra

Golden-yellow cascading grass that illuminates shady spots. Beautiful in containers or borders.

Ilex crenata

Fine-textured evergreen with small, rounded leaves — a popular sheared hedge and foundation-planting substitute for boxwood.

Acer palmatum

Ornamental tree with stunning fall color. A focal point in any landscape.

Athyrium niponicum

Silvery, burgundy, and green fronds make this the most colorful fern. Stunning shade garden accent.

Juniperus spp.

Extremely tough, drought-tolerant evergreen available in spreading, upright, and groundcover forms for nearly any landscape role.

Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group)

Superfood green that gets sweeter after frost. One of the hardiest vegetables.

Rosa × 'Knock Out'

Disease-resistant rose that blooms continuously spring through frost.

Athyrium filix-femina

Graceful, lacy native fern with arching fronds. One of the most adaptable ferns for home gardens.

Lavandula angustifolia

Fragrant, drought-tolerant perennial loved by bees and butterflies.

Melissa officinalis

Lemon-scented mint relative used in teas, desserts, and as a calming herb. Spreads vigorously.

Citrus limon

Evergreen citrus tree that fruits year-round in warm climates. Dwarf varieties work in pots.

Lactuca sativa

Fast-growing cool-season crop. Cut-and-come-again varieties last all season.

x Hesperotropsis leylandii

Extremely fast-growing evergreen — 3+ feet per year — making it one of the most popular privacy screening trees in the Southeast.

Syringa vulgaris

Beloved spring shrub with intensely fragrant purple or white flower clusters.

Liriope muscari

Tough, adaptable grass-like plant with purple flower spikes. Works as a groundcover or border.

Quercus virginiana

Iconic sprawling evergreen oak of the Southeast and Gulf Coast, with broad canopies often draped in Spanish moss.

Magnolia grandiflora

Stately tree with large, fragrant blooms. Southern magnolias are evergreen; others are deciduous.

Miscanthus sinensis

Large, showy grass with silvery plumes that persist through winter. A dramatic garden backdrop.

Adiantum raddianum

Delicate, fan-shaped fronds on wiry black stems. One of the most elegant ferns, but needs consistent care.

Tagetes spp.

Bright annual that deters pests. Excellent companion plant for vegetables.

Mentha spicata

Vigorous, fragrant herb. Best grown in containers to prevent spreading.

Ipomoea purpurea

Fast-growing annual vine with brilliant trumpet-shaped blooms. Opens at dawn, closes by afternoon.

Kalmia latifolia

Native broadleaf evergreen with intricate, cup-shaped spring blooms in pink and white — a woodland-garden showpiece.

Muhlenbergia capillaris

Native grass with stunning pink-purple cloud-like plumes in fall. Spectacular in mass plantings.

Nandina domestica

Compact evergreen with bamboo-like foliage that turns brilliant red in fall. Nearly indestructible.

Abelmoschus esculentus

Heat-loving Southern staple with edible pods and striking hibiscus-like flowers.

Allium cepa

Kitchen staple that stores for months. Choose short- or long-day varieties for your latitude.

Origanum vulgare

Essential Mediterranean herb for pizza, pasta, and grilling. Spreads readily.

Matteuccia struthiopteris

Dramatic, vase-shaped fern with tall, arching fronds. Fiddleheads are a prized spring edible.

Pachysandra terminalis

Classic evergreen ground cover for deep shade under trees. Suppresses weeds reliably.

Petroselinum crispum

Versatile biennial herb used in virtually every cuisine worldwide.

Passiflora incarnata

Exotic, intricate blooms unlike any other plant. Produces edible passion fruit in warm climates.

Prunus persica

Nothing beats a homegrown peach warm from the tree. Produces abundantly in warm climates.

Pyrus communis

Long-lived, productive orchard tree. Asian pears are crisp; European pears are buttery.

Pisum sativum

Sweet, cool-season crop that fixes nitrogen in soil. Great companion plant.

Paeonia lactiflora

Lush, fragrant perennial that can live for decades. A classic garden favorite.

Petunia × atkinsiana

Classic container annual with trumpet-shaped blooms in every color. Long-blooming and versatile.

Quercus palustris

Fast-growing, pyramidal oak with fine-textured leaves. One of the most widely planted street and shade trees in the US.

Opuntia humifusa

Native North American cactus with edible pads and fruit. Extremely cold and heat hardy.

Ligustrum spp.

Classic dense hedging shrub that takes heavy shearing well — a go-to choice for formal privacy hedges.

Cucurbita pepo

Classic fall harvest plant. Sprawling vines need room but reward with dramatic fruit.

Echinacea purpurea

Stunning native perennial with medicinal roots. Attracts butterflies and birds.

Syagrus romanzoffiana

Fast-growing palm with graceful, feathery fronds — a signature look for Florida and Southern California landscapes.

Raphanus sativus

One of the fastest vegetables to harvest. Perfect for impatient gardeners.

Rubus idaeus

Productive cane fruit that spreads vigorously. Excellent fresh or preserved.

Acer rubrum

Fast-growing native tree with brilliant red fall color. One of the most widely planted trees in North America.

Quercus rubra

Majestic native shade tree with brilliant red fall color. Supports hundreds of wildlife species.

Cercis canadensis

Small native tree covered in rosy-pink blooms before leaves emerge. Stunning in spring.

Rhododendron catawbiense

Spectacular spring-blooming broadleaf evergreen. Bold flower trusses in pink, red, purple, or white.

Betula nigra

Fast-growing native with exfoliating cinnamon-colored bark. Excellent near water or in wet areas.

Salvia rosmarinus

Fragrant Mediterranean herb that doubles as an ornamental shrub.

Sabal palmetto

The cold-hardiest native palm, with a stout trunk and fan-shaped fronds. State tree of Florida and South Carolina.

Salvia officinalis

Silvery, aromatic perennial herb. Classic pairing with poultry, stuffing, and fall dishes.

Salvia spp.

Spiky blooms in vivid blues, purples, and reds. Hummingbirds and bees absolutely love it.

Sedum spectabile

Extremely hardy succulent with late-season blooms that attract butterflies. Excellent for dry gardens.

Rosa spp. (shrub/landscape cultivars)

Tough, disease-resistant repeat-bloomer bred for easy landscape use rather than exhibition-quality cut flowers.

Acer saccharinum

Extremely fast-growing shade tree with silvery leaf undersides that shimmer in the wind. Tolerates wet soils well.

Cotinus coggygria

Striking shrub with purple foliage and smoky, cloud-like flower plumes. A bold landscape accent.

Antirrhinum majus

Cool-season annual with spiky blooms that "snap" open when squeezed. Excellent cut flower.

Spinacia oleracea

Fast-growing leafy green packed with iron and vitamins. Bolts in summer heat.

Spiraea japonica

Easy, versatile shrub with white or pink flowers. Some varieties have colorful foliage.

Stevia rebaudiana

Natural sweetener plant — leaves are 200–300x sweeter than sugar. Grown as annual in cold zones.

Fragaria × ananassa

Sweet, compact fruiting plant. Excellent in containers, raised beds, or rows.

Acer saccharum

The classic New England fall-color maple, with brilliant orange-red foliage. Also the source of maple syrup.

Helianthus annuus

Tall, cheerful blooms that follow the sun. Excellent for pollinators and birds.

Lathyrus odoratus

Cottage garden classic with intoxicatingly fragrant, frilly blooms. Perfect cut flower.

Ipomoea batatas

Warm-season root crop with trailing vines. Needs long, hot summers to mature.

Galium odoratum

Fragrant, star-shaped white flowers over whorled green leaves. Perfect woodland ground cover.

Liquidambar styraciflua

Star-shaped leaves turn spectacular shades of purple, red, orange, and gold in fall. A standout autumn specimen tree.

Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris (Cicla Group)

Colorful, heat-tolerant leafy green with vivid red, yellow, and orange stems.

Panicum virgatum

Native prairie grass with airy seed heads and brilliant red fall color. Excellent for wildlife.

Thymus vulgaris

Low-growing perennial herb with tiny leaves and big flavor. Also a beautiful ground cover.

Solanum lycopersicum

The classic home garden staple. Hundreds of varieties for every taste.

Campsis radicans

Vigorous vine with vivid orange-red trumpet blooms that hummingbirds adore. Very tough.

Tulipa gesneriana

The quintessential spring bulb. Plant in fall for a spectacular display in April and May.

Liriodendron tulipifera

One of the tallest native hardwoods, with distinctive tulip-shaped leaves and greenish-orange spring flowers.

Viburnum × burkwoodii

Versatile four-season shrub with fragrant spring flowers, colorful berries, and fall foliage.

Vinca minor

Evergreen trailing plant with periwinkle-blue spring flowers. Extremely tough in shade.

Parthenocissus quinquefolia

Native vine with stunning crimson fall foliage. Clings to walls and fences without support.

Nasturtium officinale

Peppery aquatic herb that naturally thrives in flowing water. Nutrient-dense superfood.

Citrullus lanatus

Nothing beats a homegrown watermelon in summer. Needs space and long, hot days.

Salix babylonica

Graceful, iconic tree with long, sweeping branches. Loves water and grows very fast.

Weigela florida

Old-fashioned shrub covered in trumpet-shaped pink or red spring blooms — a hummingbird favorite.

Quercus alba

Majestic, long-lived native shade tree with rounded lobed leaves and rich burgundy fall color. A true legacy tree.

Cucurbita moschata

Long-storing squash like butternut and acorn — plant in summer, cure in fall, and eat all winter.

Ilex verticillata

Deciduous native holly that drops its leaves to reveal branches loaded with brilliant red berries all winter.

Wisteria sinensis

Breathtaking cascades of fragrant purple or white blooms. A long-lived landscape statement.

Achillea millefolium

Flat-topped flower clusters in yellow, white, or pink. Thrives on neglect and poor soil.

Taxus spp.

Dark, dense evergreen classic for hedges and foundation planting — one of the few conifers that thrives in shade.

Zinnia elegans

Vibrant, easy-to-grow annual that attracts butterflies. Great for cut flowers.

Cucurbita pepo

Prolific summer squash that can produce more than you can eat. Great for beginners.