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Plant guides.

Care, identification and safety guides for the plants people look up most, with taxonomy resolved against GBIF.

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  • Agapanthus Agapanthus praecox

    Agapanthus praecox, commonly known as the African Lily or Lily of the Nile, is a striking perennial plant celebrated...

  • Ajuga Ajuga reptans

    Bugleweed is a low-growing, spreading groundcover that's super tough and resilient. It's fantastic for filling in...

  • African mask plant Alocasia × amazonica

    The African mask plant is a stunning tropical beauty known for its dramatic, arrow shaped leaves with bold white...

  • Anthurium Anthurium

    Anthuriums are stunning tropical plants known for their waxy, heart shaped spathes. They bring a touch of the...

  • Anthurium Anthurium andraeanum

    The Flamingo Flower is a tropical beauty known for its glossy, heart-shaped leaves and striking, waxy spathes that...

  • Asparagus fern Asparagus densiflorus

    The Asparagus fern is a popular houseplant known for its feathery foliage. It's not a true fern but a member of the...

  • Astilbe Astilbe

    Astilbes are beloved for their feathery plumes of flowers that add wonderful texture and color to shady garden...

  • Arizona cypress Cupressus arizonica

    The Arizona cypress is a rugged, evergreen conifer known for its striking blue-green foliage and conical shape. It...

  • Areca palm Dypsis lutescens

    The Areca palm, also known as the butterfly palm or golden cane palm, is a popular houseplant prized for its...

  • Arugula Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa

    Arugula is a peppery, fast growing salad green that thrives in cooler weather. It is a staple in many gardens...

  • Apple Malus domestica

    The apple is a classic deciduous tree prized for its crisp, edible fruit. It thrives in temperate climates and...

  • African Violet Saintpaulia ionantha

    African Violets are beloved houseplants, native to eastern Africa, cherished for their fuzzy leaves and vibrant,...

  • Arrowhead Plant Syngonium podophyllum

    The Arrowhead Plant is a charming tropical vine known for its changing leaf shape as it matures. It is a popular...

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  • Bigleaf Maple Acer macrophyllum

    The Bigleaf Maple is a large deciduous tree native to the Pacific coast of North America. It's known for its...

  • Begonia Begonia

    Begonias are a diverse group of plants known for their stunning foliage and vibrant blooms. They thrive in warm,...

  • Begonia Begonia × tuberhybrida

    Tuberous begonias are stunning plants known for their large, showy blooms that come in a wide array of vibrant...

  • Bromeliad Bromeliaceae

    Bromeliads are a diverse family of tropical plants, many of which are epiphytic, meaning they grow on other plants....

  • Browallia Browallia americana

    The American bush violet is a lovely annual that brings a splash of color to shaded garden spots. It produces...

  • Butterfly bush Buddleja davidii

    Butterfly bush is a fast-growing shrub celebrated for its long, fragrant flower spikes that attract pollinators....

  • Boxwood Buxus

    Boxwoods are classic evergreen shrubs known for their dense foliage and ability to be shaped into formal hedges....

  • Boxwood Buxus sempervirens

    The Common Boxwood is a slow-growing evergreen shrub known for its dense foliage and ability to withstand heavy...

  • Bellflower Campanula spp.

    Bellflowers are a diverse group of flowering plants known for their charming, bell-shaped blooms. They offer a wide...

  • Bearberry Cotoneaster Cotoneaster dammeri

    This is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub that's fantastic for ground cover. It's tough and adaptable, making...

  • Blanket Flower Gaillardia × grandiflora

    Blanket flower is a cheerful, long-blooming perennial that forms mounds of daisy-like flowers in warm colors. It's a...

  • Bigleaf Hydrangea Hydrangea macrophylla

    The Bigleaf Hydrangea is a beloved flowering shrub, famous for its large, showy flower clusters that can change...

  • Busy Lizzie Impatiens walleriana

    Busy Lizzie is a popular, low-growing annual that brings vibrant color to shady spots. It's known for its continuous...

  • Bottle Gourd Lagenaria siceraria var. siceraria

    The bottle gourd is a vigorous, fast growing vine prized for its unique, hard shelled fruits that have been used as...

  • Bay Laurel Laurus nobilis

    The Bay Laurel is a classic evergreen shrub or small tree prized for its aromatic leaves. It grows slowly and makes...

  • Black Medic Medicago lupulina

    Black Medic is a low-growing, annual to perennial herbaceous plant often found in lawns and disturbed areas. It's...

  • Bunny Cactus Opuntia

    The Bunny Ears cactus is a charming desert dweller known for its flat, ear like pads. It is a popular choice for...

  • Bunny Ears Cactus Opuntia microdasys

    This popular cactus is known for its distinctive flat, paddle-like segments covered in clusters of glochids,...

  • Bermuda buttercup Oxalis pes-caprae

    The Bermuda buttercup is a charming but aggressive bulbous plant that produces bright yellow flowers. It is often...

  • Baby Rubber Plant Peperomia obtusifolia

    The Baby Rubber Plant is a charming, compact houseplant known for its thick, succulent like leaves. It is a...

  • Birkin Philodendron Philodendron 'Birkin'

    The Birkin Philodendron is a stunning cultivar known for its dark green leaves dramatically striped with creamy...

  • Broadleaf Plantain Plantago major

    Broadleaf plantain is a low-growing perennial herb found worldwide, often in disturbed areas like lawns and...

  • Bamboo Poaceae

    Bamboo is a diverse group of perennial grasses known for their rapid growth and woody stems. They add a great...

  • Blackberry Rubus

    Blackberries are vigorous, sprawling shrubs that produce delicious, dark fruit on thorny canes. They thrive in sunny...

  • Black-eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta

    Rudbeckia hirta is a cheerful, daisy-like wildflower native to eastern and central North America. It's known for its...

  • Burro's Tail Sedum morganianum

    Burro's Tail is a charming succulent known for its long, trailing stems covered in plump, tear drop shaped leaves....

  • Bird of Paradise Strelitzia reginae

    The Bird of Paradise is a striking tropical plant known for its exotic, crane-like flowers. It brings a vibrant,...

  • Bald cypress Taxodium distichum

    The bald cypress is a majestic deciduous conifer known for its ability to thrive in wet, swampy soils. It develops a...

  • Bitter Bolete Tylopilus felleus

    The Bitter Bolete is a common woodland fungus known for its striking resemblance to edible porcini mushrooms. It is...

  • Blackhaw Viburnum Viburnum prunifolium

    The Blackhaw Viburnum is a lovely native shrub that brings seasonal interest to any garden. It produces clusters of...

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  • Chinese Evergreen Aglaonema

    Chinese evergreens are fantastic, low maintenance plants known for their stunning, patterned foliage. They thrive in...

  • Common Alder Alnus glutinosa

    Common Alder is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It's often found in...

  • Columbine Aquilegia

    Columbines are charming perennial wildflowers known for their unique, spurred flowers and delicate, compound leaves....

  • Cast Iron Plant Aspidistra elatior

    The Cast Iron Plant is a super tough houseplant, living up to its name with incredible resilience. It's a fantastic...

  • Calathea Calathea

    Calatheas are famous for their stunning, patterned foliage that moves throughout the day. They thrive in warm, humid...

  • Camellia Camellia

    Camellias are cherished evergreen shrubs known for their stunning, rose-like flowers that bloom in cooler months....

  • Common camellia Camellia japonica

    The Common Camellia is a beautiful evergreen shrub prized for its stunning, rose-like flowers that bloom in late...

  • Canna Lily Canna indica

    Canna lilies are bold tropical perennials that bring a dramatic, exotic flair to any garden. They feature large,...

  • Chili Pepper Capsicum annuum

    Chili peppers are vibrant, heat loving plants that bring both beauty and spice to your garden. They thrive in warm...

  • chili pepper Capsicum annuum var. annuum

    Chili peppers are vibrant, productive plants that bring a spicy kick to your garden and kitchen. They thrive in warm...

  • Chrysanthemum Chrysanthemum × morifolium

    Florist's Chrysanthemums are popular, long-lasting cut flowers and potted plants, known for their vibrant colors and...

  • Chicory Cichorium intybus

    Chicory is a hardy perennial herb known for its bright blue flowers and edible roots. It is often grown for its...

  • Clematis Clematis

    Clematis, often called 'The Queen of Climbers,' is a genus of about 300 species in the buttercup family. Native to...

  • Coconut Palm Cocos nucifera

    The coconut palm is a quintessential tropical tree known for its tall, slender trunk and large, feathery fronds. It...

  • Coffee plant Coffea arabica

    The coffee plant is a beautiful evergreen shrub that brings a tropical feel to your home. It features glossy, dark...

  • Cordyline Cordyline australis

    The Cabbage Tree is a striking evergreen perennial native to New Zealand. It's known for its architectural form,...

  • Common Hazel Corylus avellana

    The common hazel is a lovely deciduous shrub or small tree native to Europe and western Asia. It is widely prized...

  • cucumber Cucumis sativus

    Cucumbers are popular vining vegetables that thrive in warm weather. They grow quickly and produce crunchy fruits...

  • Cucuzza squash Cucurbita pepo subsp. elongata

    Cucuzza squash, a variety of summer squash, is known for its long, slender, and smooth green fruits that have a...

  • Carnation Dianthus caryophyllus

    Carnations are beloved for their ruffled, often fragrant flowers and long vase life. They are a staple in bouquets...

  • Crabgrass Digitaria sanguinalis

    Crabgrass is a common annual weed that thrives in thin lawns and disturbed soil. It produces many seeds that...

  • Corn Plant Dracaena fragrans

    The Corn Plant is a popular, easy-care houseplant known for its lush, arching leaves that resemble corn stalks. It's...

  • Corn Plant Dracaena fragrans 'Massangeana'

    The Corn Plant is a popular, easy-care houseplant known for its upright growth and strappy, corn-like leaves. It...

  • Coral Cactus Euphorbia lactea

    The Coral Cactus is actually a crested succulent graft that looks like a beautiful, ruffled coral reef. It thrives...

  • Crown of Thorns Euphorbia milii

    The Crown of Thorns is a woody, succulent plant native to Madagascar. It's known for its thorny stems and long...

  • Creeping Spurge Euphorbia serpens

    Creeping spurge is a low growing, mat forming plant that thrives in sunny, disturbed areas. It spreads quickly along...

  • Cranesbill Geranium

    Cranesbills, or hardy geraniums, are a diverse group of perennial plants known for their cheerful, long-lasting...

  • Coral Bells Heuchera

    Coral Bells are popular perennials grown for their stunning foliage, which comes in a wide array of colors and...

  • Chinese Fan Palm Livistona chinensis

    The Chinese Fan Palm is a stunning, slow growing palm known for its wide, drooping fronds that create a beautiful...

  • Common Mallow Malva neglecta

    Common mallow is a hardy, low growing plant often found in disturbed soils and gardens. It produces small, delicate...

  • Cape Hyacinth Ornithogalum thyrsoides

    The Cape Hyacinth is a charming bulbous plant native to South Africa that produces dense spikes of star shaped...

  • Chinese Money Plant Pilea peperomioides

    The Chinese Money Plant is a charming, fast growing houseplant known for its unique, coin shaped leaves. It thrives...

  • Coleus Plectranthus scutellarioides

    Coleus are beloved for their incredibly diverse and vibrant foliage, showcasing a stunning array of colors,...

  • Cherry tree Prunus avium

    The sweet cherry is a beautiful deciduous tree prized for its spring blossoms and delicious summer fruit. It thrives...

  • Castor bean Ricinus communis

    The Castor bean plant is a large, fast-growing tropical annual or tender perennial known for its dramatic foliage...

  • Curly dock Rumex crispus

    Curly dock is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its long, wavy-edged leaves and medicinal uses. It often...

  • Cylindrical Snake Plant Sansevieria cylindrica

    This striking succulent features stiff, round leaves that grow in a fan shape. It's a tough houseplant that handles...

  • Christmas cactus Schlumbergera

    The Christmas cactus is a beautiful tropical epiphyte that produces stunning, tubular flowers during the winter...

  • Christmas cactus Schlumbergera × bridgesii

    This festive succulent is a favorite for its beautiful, pendulous blooms that arrive right around the holidays. It...

  • Christmas Cactus Schlumbergera × buckleyi

    The Christmas Cactus is a festive succulent known for its beautiful, pendulous blooms that appear during the winter...

  • Calla Lily Zantedeschia aethiopica

    The Calla Lily is a stunning plant known for its elegant, trumpet shaped spathes. It thrives in moist environments...

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  • Delosperma Delosperma

    Delosperma are charming, low growing succulents that love the sun. They produce vibrant, daisy like flowers that...

  • Dumb Cane Dieffenbachia seguine

    Dumb cane is a popular tropical houseplant known for its striking, variegated foliage. It brings a lush, jungle feel...

  • Doronicum Doronicum orientale

    Doronicum orientale is a cheerful perennial that brings bright yellow, daisy like flowers to the garden early in the...

  • Dracaena Dracaena

    Dracaenas are popular, architectural houseplants known for their striking foliage and ease of care. They add a...

  • Dragon's Blood Tree Dracaena cinnabari

    This iconic tree from the Socotra archipelago features a dense, umbrella shaped canopy of stiff, upturned branches....

  • Dragon Tree Dracaena marginata

    The Dragon Tree is a popular indoor plant known for its slender, woody stems and spiky, colorful foliage. It is...

  • Daylily Hemerocallis

    Daylilies are beloved for their vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom for a single day, but new blooms appear...

  • Dragon Fruit Hylocereus undatus

    Dragon fruit is a striking tropical cactus known for its vibrant, scaly exterior and speckled, edible flesh. It's a...

  • Dwarf banana Musa acuminata 'Dwarf Cavendish'

    The dwarf banana is a fantastic tropical plant that brings a lush, jungle vibe to your home. It stays much smaller...

  • Daffodil Narcissus

    Daffodils are cheerful, bulbous perennials that herald the arrival of spring. They are incredibly easy to grow and...

  • Dandelion Taraxacum officinale

    The dandelion is a hardy perennial herb often considered a weed but cherished by pollinators. It features bright...

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  • Elephant Ear Alocasia or Colocasia

    Alocasia, commonly known as Elephant Ear, is a genus of tropical plants prized for their large, dramatic leaves....

  • Eastern Redbud Cercis canadensis

    The Eastern Redbud is a charming understory tree that puts on a spectacular show in early spring. It features heart...

  • Echeveria Echeveria

    Echeverias are beautiful, rosette forming succulents that thrive in sunny spots. They store water in their fleshy...

  • Empress Tree Paulownia tomentosa

    The Empress Tree is a fast-growing deciduous tree known for its large, heart-shaped leaves and showy, trumpet-shaped...

  • Elderberry Sambucus nigra

    Elderberries are fast-growing shrubs known for their clusters of white flowers and dark purple-black berries. They...

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  • Feather Reed Grass Calamagrostis x acutiflora

    This ornamental grass is known for its upright, narrow habit and feathery plumes that provide winter interest. It's...

  • Fishbone cactus Epiphyllum anguliger

    The Fishbone cactus is a really unique-looking succulent, native to the rainforests of Mexico. It's known for its...

  • Fleabane Erigeron karvinskianus

    Mexican Fleabane is a charming, low-growing perennial that produces a profusion of small, daisy-like flowers for...

  • Fig Ficus carica

    The common fig is a beautiful, deciduous tree known for its sweet, edible fruit and lobed leaves. It thrives in warm...

  • Fiddle Leaf Fig Ficus lyrata

    The Fiddle Leaf Fig is a popular houseplant known for its large, violin-shaped leaves and striking appearance. It...

  • Fittonia Fittonia albivenis

    The nerve plant is a charming tropical groundcover known for its striking, vein-patterned foliage. It thrives in...

  • Florence fennel Foeniculum vulgare

    Florence fennel is a delightful herb cherished for its aromatic foliage and bulbous base, which is edible and used...

  • Fuchsia Fuchsia

    Fuchsias are beloved for their stunning, pendulous, bell-shaped flowers that come in a delightful array of colors....

  • Fairy Flax Linum tenuifolium

    Fairy Flax is a charming, delicate perennial that forms a lovely cushion of fine, grassy foliage. It's known for its...

  • Four o'clock Mirabilis jalapa

    The Four o'clock is a vibrant, bushy plant known for its trumpet-shaped flowers that open in the late afternoon or...

  • Fancy-leaf Geranium Pelargonium zonale

    This is a popular, classic bedding plant known for its bold, often colorful, deeply lobed leaves and clusters of...

  • Fan Flower Scaevola aemula

    Scaevola aemula, commonly known as Fan Flower, is a charming, low-growing perennial native to Australia. It's...

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  • Garlic Allium sativum

    Garlic is a hardy bulbous perennial that is a staple in kitchens everywhere. It grows best in well draining soil and...

  • Great Willowherb Epilobium hirsutum

    The Great Willowherb is a vigorous perennial often found near water. It produces tall, hairy stems topped with...

  • Golden Pothos Epipremnum aureum

    Golden Pothos is a popular, easy-care vining plant known for its heart-shaped leaves splashed with gold or yellow....

  • Ginseng Ficus Ficus microcarpa

    The Ginseng Ficus is a popular indoor tree known for its distinctive bulbous roots and glossy green leaves. It's a...

  • Gazania Gazania rigens

    Gazanias are cheerful, sun-loving perennials that produce daisy-like flowers in vibrant shades. They thrive in warm,...

  • Ginkgo Ginkgo biloba

    The ginkgo is a truly ancient tree that has survived for millions of years. It features unique fan shaped leaves...

  • Gladiolus Gladiolus

    Gladiolus are striking perennials known for their tall, sword shaped leaves and impressive spikes of funnel shaped...

  • Ground ivy Glechoma hederacea

    Ground ivy is a vigorous, low-growing perennial herb that spreads rapidly via trailing stems. It's often found...

  • Guzmania Guzmania

    Guzmania is a genus of tropical plants in the bromeliad family, often grown for their striking, colorful bracts that...

  • Grape Hyacinth Muscari armeniacum

    Grape hyacinths are charming, low growing bulbs that produce dense spikes of bell shaped flowers in early spring....

  • Geranium Pelargonium x hortorum

    Garden geraniums are classic favorites known for their vibrant, rounded flower clusters and velvety, scalloped...

  • Green bean Phaseolus vulgaris

    Green beans are a popular annual vegetable that thrive in warm, sunny garden spots. They come in both bush and pole...

  • Garden Phlox Phlox paniculata

    Garden Phlox is a classic perennial that brings height and fragrance to the summer border. It produces large, showy...

  • Golden Bamboo Phyllostachys aurea

    Golden bamboo is a vigorous, clumping to running grass known for its striking yellow culms. It creates a dense,...

  • Golden Elderberry Sambucus nigra 'Aurea'

    The Golden Elderberry is a stunning shrub known for its vibrant, lacy, golden yellow foliage. It adds a bright pop...

  • Goldenrod Solidago

    Goldenrod is a cheerful perennial known for its bright yellow plumes that light up late summer gardens. It is a...

  • Grapevine Vitis vinifera

    The grapevine is a woody climbing vine prized for its delicious fruit and ornamental foliage. It thrives in sunny...

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  • Heather Calluna vulgaris

    Heather is a charming, low growing shrub that brings a touch of the moors to your garden. It thrives in acidic, well...

  • Hedge Bindweed Calystegia sepium

    Hedge bindweed is a vigorous, twining vine known for its beautiful, trumpet-shaped white flowers. It's a common...

  • Hepatica Hepatica nobilis

    Hepatica is a charming woodland perennial that signals the arrival of spring with its delicate, star shaped flowers....

  • Hibiscus Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

    The Chinese hibiscus is a tropical flowering shrub known for its large, showy blooms. It's a popular choice for...

  • Hosta Hosta

    Hostas are beloved shade-loving perennials known for their lush foliage, which comes in a remarkable variety of...

  • Hindu Rope Plant Hoya carnosa

    The Hindu Rope plant is a unique, slow growing succulent vine known for its tightly curled, waxy leaves. It is a...

  • Hydrangea Hydrangea

    Hydrangeas are beloved shrubs known for their massive, showy flower clusters. They thrive in spots with morning sun...

  • Holly Ilex

    Hollies are a diverse group of evergreen trees and shrubs celebrated for their glossy, often spiky leaves and...

  • Heartleaf Philodendron Philodendron hederaceum

    The heartleaf philodendron is a classic trailing houseplant known for its glossy, heart shaped leaves. It is...

  • Heartleaf Philodendron Philodendron hederaceum var. hederaceum

    The heartleaf philodendron is a classic trailing houseplant that is incredibly easy to grow. It features charming...

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  • Ivy-leaved cyclamen Cyclamen hederifolium

    The ivy-leaved cyclamen is a charming tuberous perennial that wakes up in autumn. It produces lovely, swept-back...

  • Indian Borage Plectranthus amboinicus

    Indian Borage is a succulent herb, often grown for its aromatic foliage and culinary uses. It's a fantastic addition...

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  • Japanese Maple Acer palmatum

    The Japanese Maple is a graceful, slow growing tree prized for its delicate, deeply lobed leaves. It brings a touch...

  • Jack-in-the-pulpit Arisaema triphyllum

    This charming woodland perennial is famous for its unique hooded flower structure that resembles a preacher in a...

  • Japanese Boxwood Buxus microphylla

    Japanese Boxwood is a slow-growing evergreen shrub known for its dense foliage and formal appearance. It's a classic...

  • Jade Plant Crassula ovata

    The jade plant is a classic succulent that brings a touch of the desert to your home. It features thick, woody stems...

  • Japanese Aralia Fatsia japonica

    The Japanese Aralia is a striking evergreen shrub known for its large, glossy, hand-shaped leaves. It brings a...

  • Jerusalem artichoke Helianthus tuberosus

    Jerusalem artichokes are a North American native sunflower species grown for their edible tubers. They produce...

  • Japanese Spirea Spiraea japonica

    Japanese Spirea is a deciduous shrub known for its vibrant summer flowers and attractive foliage. It's a popular...

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  • Kaffir Lily Clivia miniata

    The Kaffir Lily is a stunning, shade-loving perennial that brings a bright splash of color to indoor spaces. It is...

  • Kalanchoe Kalanchoe blossfeldiana

    This cheerful succulent is a favorite for its long lasting clusters of vibrant flowers. It stores water in its...

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  • Lady's Mantle Alchemilla mollis

    Lady's Mantle is a charming, clump forming perennial prized for its scalloped, light green leaves. It produces airy...

  • Lemon tree Citrus limon

    The lemon tree is a small, evergreen fruit tree prized for its fragrant white flowers and tart, acidic fruit. It's a...

  • Larkspur Consolida ajacis

    Larkspur is a charming annual that brings beautiful spikes of color to the garden. It's often grown for cut flowers...

  • Lucky Bamboo Dracaena sanderiana

    Lucky bamboo is actually a member of the asparagus family and is not a true bamboo. It is a popular houseplant often...

  • Lisianthus Eustoma grandiflorum

    Lisianthus are stunning annuals that produce delicate, rose-like blooms on tall, sturdy stems. They're prized for...

  • Lantana Lantana camara

    Lantana is a vibrant, flowering shrub known for its clusters of small, colorful blooms that attract butterflies and...

  • Lavender Lavandula

    Lavender is a beloved Mediterranean shrub known for its fragrant, silvery foliage and spikes of purple flowers. It...

  • Lavender Lavandula angustifolia

    English Lavender is a beloved herb known for its fragrant flowers and silvery-green foliage. It's a compact shrub...

  • Lily Lilium

    Lilies are elegant, bulbous perennials known for their large, fragrant blooms. They add a touch of sophistication to...

  • Lemon Balm Melissa officinalis

    Lemon balm is a cheerful, fragrant member of the mint family that is wonderful for tea or just brushing against in...

  • Love-in-a-mist Nigella damascena

    Love-in-a-mist is a charming annual wildflower known for its delicate, lacy foliage and ethereal blue flowers. It's...

  • London planetree Platanus × acerifolia

    The London planetree is a tough, majestic hybrid known for its iconic peeling bark and tolerance of urban...

  • Linden tree Tilia

    Linden trees are beloved shade trees known for their heart shaped leaves and fragrant summer flowers. They make...

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  • Maidenhair Fern Adiantum raddianum

    The Fringed Maidenhair Fern is a delicate and beautiful fern, known for its lacy, fan-shaped fronds. It brings a...

  • Malabar spinach Basella alba

    Malabar spinach is a vibrant, tropical vine that thrives in heat, offering tender, spinach-like leaves throughout...

  • Montbretia Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora

    Montbretia is a lovely, clump forming perennial that brings vibrant color to the garden with its arching stems. It...

  • Meadowsweet Filipendula ulmaria

    Meadowsweet is a charming herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Western Asia. It's known for its fragrant,...

  • Morning Glory Ipomoea

    Morning glories are beautiful, fast-growing vines known for their trumpet-shaped flowers that open in the morning...

  • Mexican Hat Plant Kalanchoe daigremontiana

    The Mexican Hat Plant is a unique succulent known for its prolific production of plantlets along the edges of its...

  • Mandevilla Mandevilla sanderi

    This lovely tropical vine is a favorite for its showy, trumpet shaped blooms. It loves climbing up trellises and...

  • Mint Mentha

    Mint is a vigorous, aromatic herb that spreads quickly through underground runners. It thrives in moist, cool...

  • Mimoso Mimosa strigillosa

    Sunshine Mimosa is a fast-growing, low-maintenance groundcover native to the southeastern United States. It's known...

  • Monstera Monstera adansonii

    This charming vining plant is famous for the unique holes, or fenestrations, that develop in its leaves as it...

  • Money Tree Pachira aquatica

    The money tree is a popular indoor plant known for its braided trunk and palm like leaves. It is often associated...

  • Moth Orchid Phalaenopsis

    Phalaenopsis orchids, commonly known as Moth Orchids, are popular for their long-lasting, elegant blooms that...

  • Mock orange Philadelphus

    Mock orange is a popular deciduous shrub known for its incredibly fragrant, white flowers that bloom in late spring...

  • Moss Rose Portulaca grandiflora

    Moss Rose is a low-growing, spreading annual that produces a spectacular display of colorful, rose-like flowers....

  • Miniature rose Rosa

    Miniature roses are charming, compact versions of their larger garden cousins. They pack a punch with tiny,...

  • Marigold Tagetes

    Marigolds are cheerful, hardy annuals known for their bright, sunny blooms and distinctive scent. They are...

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  • Natal Plum Carissa macrocarpa

    The Natal plum is a tough, evergreen shrub that produces fragrant white flowers and edible red fruit. It is a...

  • Night-blooming jasmine Cestrum nocturnum

    This tropical shrub is famous for its incredibly fragrant white flowers that open only at night, perfuming the air....

  • Nandina Nandina domestica

    Heavenly Bamboo is an attractive, evergreen shrub known for its year-round interest. It features compound leaves...

  • New Zealand Flax Phormium tenax

    New Zealand flax is a striking architectural plant known for its long, sword like leaves that add a bold vertical...

  • New England Aster Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

    The New England Aster is a cheerful perennial that brings vibrant color to late summer and autumn gardens. It is a...

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  • Oats Avena sativa

    Oats are a cereal grain grown for its seed, which is used as food for humans and livestock. They are a staple crop...

  • Oregon grape Mahonia aquifolium

    Mahonia aquifolium, commonly known as Oregon grape, is an attractive evergreen shrub native to western North...

  • Orange Jessamine Murraya paniculata

    Orange Jessamine is a lovely evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green leaves and highly fragrant white...

  • Oak Quercus

    Oaks are majestic, long lived trees known for their strength and ecological importance. They produce iconic acorns...

  • Orange Rose Rosa cv.

    These popular flowering shrubs are prized for their beautiful, fragrant blooms in shades of orange. They are a...

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  • Peruvian lily Alstroemeria hybrida

    Peruvian lilies, or Alstroemeria, are vibrant, long-lasting cut flowers native to South America. They bring a touch...

  • Porcelain Berry Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata

    Porcelain berry is a deciduous vine known for its attractive, multi-colored berries that appear in late summer and...

  • Peach-leaved bellflower Campanula persicifolia

    Peach-leaved bellflower is a lovely perennial known for its upright stems bearing beautiful, bell-shaped flowers....

  • Parlor palm Chamaedorea elegans

    The parlor palm is a classic, slow growing houseplant known for its elegant, feathery fronds. It thrives in lower...

  • Panicle Hydrangea Hydrangea paniculata

    The panicle hydrangea is a hardy, deciduous shrub known for its large, cone shaped flower clusters. It thrives in...

  • Panda Plant Kalanchoe tomentosa

    The Panda Plant is a unique succulent known for its fuzzy, grey-green leaves that resemble a panda's ears. It's a...

  • Prickly Lettuce Lactuca serriola

    Prickly lettuce is an annual or biennial plant native to Eurasia and North Africa. It's known for its spiny leaves...

  • Pink Splash variegated deadnettle Lamium maculatum

    Pink Splash is a lovely, low growing perennial that brightens up shady spots in the garden. It features striking...

  • Puffball mushroom Lycoperdon pyriforme

    The pear shaped puffball is a common woodland fungus that grows in dense clusters on decaying wood. It is easily...

  • Purple Loosestrife Lythrum salicaria

    Purple Loosestrife is a striking perennial wetland plant known for its tall spikes of vibrant purple-pink flowers....

  • Prayer Plant Maranta leuconeura

    The Prayer Plant is a popular houseplant known for its striking foliage that folds upward at night, resembling...

  • Peppermint Mentha × piperita

    Peppermint is a popular hybrid mint known for its refreshing aroma and flavor. It's a vigorous grower that's great...

  • Purple Shamrock Oxalis triangularis

    The Purple Shamrock is a charming, low-growing plant known for its unique, triangular, deep purple leaves that fold...

  • Peony Paeonia

    Peonies are beloved for their large, showy blooms and lush foliage. They are long-lived perennials that add a touch...

  • Passion fruit Passiflora edulis

    Passion fruit is a vigorous, twining vine known for its delicious, aromatic fruit. It's a tropical plant that can be...

  • Petunia Petunia × hybrida

    Petunias are cheerful, fast growing annuals that bring a splash of color to any sunny garden. They thrive in...

  • Pink Princess Philodendron Philodendron erubescens

    The Pink Princess Philodendron is a stunning tropical vine known for its dark green leaves dramatically splashed...

  • Pokeweed Phytolacca americana

    Pokeweed is a large, herbaceous perennial known for its striking appearance, featuring deep green leaves, clusters...

  • Plumeria Plumeria

    Known for its incredibly fragrant, vibrant flowers, Plumeria is a tropical plant often used in leis. It's a...

  • Purslane Portulaca oleracea

    Purslane is a resilient, succulent annual known for its trailing habit and edible, nutrient-dense leaves. It thrives...

  • Pear Pyrus

    Pears are classic deciduous fruit trees that thrive in temperate climates. They produce beautiful spring blossoms...

  • Peach Rose Rosa spp.

    Peach roses, cherished for their soft, warm hues, bring a touch of romantic elegance to any garden. These classic...

  • Peace Lily Spathiphyllum wallisii

    The peace lily is a classic houseplant known for its elegant white blooms and lush foliage. It's a fantastic choice...

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  • Red Maple Acer rubrum

    The red maple is a versatile and iconic North American tree known for its stunning fall color. It thrives in a...

  • Rat's Tail Cactus Aporocactus flagelliformis

    The Rat's Tail Cactus is a stunning trailing succulent known for its long, slender, spiny stems. It produces...

  • Rattlesnake Plant Calathea lancifolia

    The Rattlesnake Plant is a stunning tropical beauty known for its wavy, lance shaped leaves. It features bold, dark...

  • Rubber Plant Ficus elastica

    The Rubber Plant is a popular houseplant known for its large, glossy, dark green leaves. It's a sturdy plant that...

  • Rose Mallow Hibiscus moscheutos

    Rose Mallow is a striking perennial hibiscus known for its large, showy flowers that bloom throughout the summer....

  • Rose of Sharon Hibiscus syriacus

    The Rose of Sharon is a hardy, deciduous shrub that brings late summer color to the garden. It's known for its vase...

  • Rhubarb Rheum rhabarbarum

    Rhubarb is a perennial plant grown for its fleshy, tart-flavored leaf stalks, which are typically used in pies,...

  • Rhododendron Rhododendron

    Rhododendrons are stunning woody shrubs known for their massive, showy flower clusters. They thrive in cool, moist...

  • Rosemary Salvia rosmarinus

    Rosemary is a woody, perennial herb with fragrant, needle-like leaves. It's a popular culinary herb and an...

  • Rabbit's Foot Clover Trifolium arvense

    Rabbit's foot clover is a charming annual legume known for its soft, fuzzy flower heads that resemble tiny rabbit...

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  • Spring onion Allium cepa

    Spring onions, also known as green onions or scallions, are a versatile allium with a mild onion flavor. They are...

  • Spring Onion Allium fistulosum

    Spring onions are a classic kitchen staple that grow quickly and offer a mild, fresh onion flavor. They are perfect...

  • Spring Cabbage Brassica oleracea var. capitata

    Spring cabbage is a hardy biennial vegetable grown for its tender, leafy heads. It is typically sown in late summer...

  • Spider Plant Chlorophytum comosum

    The Spider Plant is a popular houseplant known for its air-purifying qualities and its charming, arching leaves. It...

  • String of Buttons Crassula perforata

    The String of Buttons is a charming succulent that looks like it is stacked on a string. It is a fantastic choice...

  • Sago Palm Cycas revoluta

    The Sago Palm is a beautiful, ancient plant that looks like a miniature palm tree. It is actually a cycad and grows...

  • Scarborough lily Cyrtanthus 'Blandford'

    The Scarborough lily is a striking bulbous perennial, known for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that appear most...

  • Slender Deutzia Deutzia gracilis

    The Slender Deutzia is a charming, deciduous shrub known for its graceful, arching branches adorned with abundant,...

  • Snake Plant Dracaena trifasciata

    The snake plant is a hardy, architectural houseplant known for its upright, sword like leaves. It is incredibly...

  • Strawberry Fragaria × ananassa

    Strawberries are popular perennial plants that produce delicious red fruit. They thrive in sunny spots with well...

  • Sunflower Helianthus annuus

    Sunflowers are cheerful, fast growing annuals that bring a touch of sunshine to any garden. They are famous for...

  • Squirrel tail grass Hordeum jubatum

    Squirrel tail grass is a visually striking perennial grass known for its soft, arching, feathery flower spikes that...

  • Siberian Iris Iris sibirica

    The Siberian Iris is a beautiful, elegant perennial that boasts delicate, ruffled flowers and slender, grass-like...

  • Sweet Pea Lathyrus odoratus

    Sweet peas are beloved annual vines known for their incredibly fragrant, colorful blooms. They are perfect for...

  • Sweet Alyssum Lobularia maritima

    Sweet alyssum is a charming, low growing plant known for its sweet, honey like fragrance. It creates a beautiful...

  • Saucer Magnolia Magnolia × soulangeana

    The Saucer Magnolia is a stunning deciduous tree known for its massive, goblet shaped flowers that appear before the...

  • Stock Matthiola incana

    Stock is a beloved garden favorite known for its incredibly fragrant, clove-scented blossoms. These plants thrive in...

  • Spearmint Mentha spicata

    Spearmint is a refreshing perennial herb known for its bright, sweet minty flavor. It's widely used in culinary...

  • Swiss cheese plant Monstera adansonii var. adansonii

    The Swiss cheese plant is a charming tropical vine known for its heart shaped leaves filled with unique holes. It...

  • Swiss cheese plant Monstera deliciosa

    The Swiss cheese plant is a popular tropical climber known for its iconic, fenestrated leaves. It brings a bold,...

  • Sacred Lotus Nelumbo nucifera

    The sacred lotus is a stunning aquatic plant prized for its large, fragrant flowers and waxy, water-repellent...

  • Scotch Thistle Onopordum acanthium

    Scotch Thistle is a striking biennial plant known for its imposing size and silvery foliage. It's often seen in open...

  • Shamrock Oxalis

    The purple shamrock is a charming plant known for its deep, triangular leaves that fold up at night. It is a bulbous...

  • Stinkhorn Phallaceae

    Stinkhorns are fascinating fungi known for their unique, often phallic shapes and pungent odor. They emerge rapidly...

  • Staghorn Fern Platycerium

    Staghorn ferns are unique epiphytes that grow on trees in their native tropical homes. They feature two distinct...

  • Staghorn Fern Platycerium bifurcatum

    Staghorn ferns are epiphytic wonders, meaning they grow on other plants in their native habitats. They have two...

  • Staghorn Sumac Rhus typhina

    Staghorn Sumac is a fast-growing, large shrub or small tree that's native to eastern North America. It's well-known...

  • Snake Plant Sansevieria trifasciata

    The snake plant is a hardy, architectural houseplant known for its stiff, sword like leaves. It is incredibly...

  • Schefflera Schefflera

    The umbrella tree is a popular houseplant known for its glossy, palmately compound leaves that fan out like spokes...

  • Smooth Blue Aster Symphyotrichum laeve

    The smooth blue aster is a lovely perennial that brings a splash of color to late summer and autumn gardens. It...

  • Spineless Yucca Yucca filamentosa

    This hardy, architectural plant is a fantastic choice for adding a bold, structural element to your garden. It...

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  • Thorny Aloe Aloe aculeata

    The Thorny Aloe is a striking succulent native to South Africa, known for its robust, toothy leaves arranged in a...

  • Trumpet vine Campsis radicans

    Trumpet vine is a vigorous, deciduous vine known for its showy, trumpet-shaped flowers that attract hummingbirds and...

  • Ti Plant Cordyline fruticosa

    The Ti plant is a stunning tropical shrub known for its vibrant, colorful foliage that adds a dramatic flair to any...

  • Trailing eclipta Eclipta prostrata

    Trailing eclipta is a sprawling, low-growing herbaceous plant that thrives in moist, disturbed areas. It's often...

  • Tricolor Chameleon Plant Houttuynia cordata

    The Tricolor Chameleon Plant is a vibrant, low-growing perennial known for its colorful, heart-shaped leaves and...

  • Tiger Lily Lilium lancifolium

    The Tiger Lily is a classic perennial known for its striking, recurved orange petals spotted with dark purple. It...

  • Thimble Cactus Mammillaria gracilis subsp. fragilis

    The Thimble Cactus is a charming, miniature succulent that forms dense clusters of tiny, finger-like stems. It is a...

  • Trumpet Pitcher Plant Sarracenia

    These fascinating carnivorous plants feature hollow, tube like leaves that trap insects for nutrients. They are...

  • Tomato Solanum lycopersicum

    Tomatoes are popular, warm-season annuals grown for their delicious fruit. They come in a huge variety of shapes,...

  • Tall Verbena Verbena bonariensis

    Verbena bonariensis is a widely cultivated, perennial flowering plant known for its tall, wiry stems and clusters of...

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  • Umbrella Tree Schefflera actinophylla

    The Umbrella Tree is a popular tropical plant known for its striking, palmately compound leaves that fan out like...

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  • Variegated ornamental grass Glyceria maxima 'Variegata'

    This is a striking aquatic grass that adds a lovely striped texture to water features and ponds. It's a vigorous...

  • Variegated Silver Grass Miscanthus sinensis

    Variegated Silver Grass is a striking ornamental grass, known for its elegant arching foliage and feathery plumes....

  • Virginia creeper Parthenocissus quinquefolia

    Virginia creeper is a vigorous, deciduous woody vine known for its stunning fall color. It climbs using small...

  • Vriesea Vriesea

    Vriesea are stunning bromeliads known for their striking, sword-like flower spikes. They make excellent houseplants...

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  • Weeping Cherry Prunus subg. Cerasus

    Weeping cherry trees are beloved for their graceful, cascading branches that create a beautiful curtain effect. They...

  • Wild Carrot Daucus carota subsp. carota

    Wild carrot is a charming biennial wildflower often called Queen Anne's lace. It produces intricate, flat topped...

  • Wild Strawberry Fragaria vesca

    The wild strawberry is a charming, low growing perennial that produces small, intensely flavorful berries. It...

  • Watermelon Peperomia Peperomia argyreia

    The Watermelon Peperomia is a small, charming plant prized for its striking foliage. Its leaves resemble watermelon...

  • Wild Rose Rosa canina

    The Wild Rose, also known as Dog Rose, is a native European shrub celebrated for its fragrant pink to white flowers...

  • Willow Salix

    Willows are graceful, moisture loving trees and shrubs known for their sweeping branches and slender leaves. They...

  • Weeping Willow Salix babylonica

    The Weeping Willow is a beautiful deciduous tree known for its graceful, drooping branches that create a lovely,...

  • Windmill Palm Trachycarpus fortunei

    The Windmill Palm is a striking palm tree known for its fibrous, burlap-like trunk and fan-shaped leaves. It's a...

  • White Clover Trifolium repens

    White clover is a low-growing, perennial, herbaceous plant commonly found in lawns and fields. It's known for its...

  • White Sweetscented Valerian Valeriana officinalis

    Valeriana officinalis is a perennial flowering plant with aromatic roots, often grown for its medicinal properties...

  • Weigela Weigela florida

    Weigela is a lovely deciduous shrub known for its profuse, trumpet shaped flowers that appear in late spring. It is...

  • Wisteria Wisteria

    Wisteria is a stunning, vigorous woody vine known for its cascading, fragrant flower clusters. It creates a dramatic...

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  • Yellow flag iris Iris pseudacorus

    Yellow flag iris is a striking perennial that thrives in wet conditions like marshes and pond edges. It features...

  • Yellow Pea Lotus ceroides

    The Yellow Pea is a charming, low growing legume that thrives in sunny, open spaces. It produces bright, cheerful...

  • Yucca Yucca

    Yuccas are striking, architectural plants that bring a bold desert aesthetic to any space. They are incredibly tough...

  • Yucca Cane Yucca elephantipes

    The spineless yucca is a fantastic, architectural houseplant that adds a touch of the desert to your home. It...

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  • ZZ plant Zamioculcas zamiifolia

    The ZZ plant is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a tough, low maintenance houseplant. It features glossy,...