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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.