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- Baby Rubber Plant Peperomia obtusifolia
The Baby Rubber Plant is a charming, compact houseplant known for its thick, succulent like leaves. It is a...
- Bald cypress Taxodium distichum
The bald cypress is a majestic deciduous conifer that loves wet, swampy areas. It is famous for its unique knees...
- Bamboo muhly Muhlenbergia dumosa
Bamboo muhly is a lovely ornamental grass that looks just like bamboo but stays much smaller. It adds a soft, airy...
- Banana Musa × paradisiaca
The banana plant is a fast growing tropical herb that brings a lush, jungle feel to your home. It features massive,...
- Baobab Adansonia digitata
The baobab is a massive, iconic tree native to the African savanna. It is famous for its thick, water-storing trunk...
- Barley Hordeum vulgare
Barley is a hardy cereal grain that has been grown for thousands of years. It is a versatile grass that thrives in...
- Basil Ocimum basilicum
Basil is a beloved aromatic herb that brings a fresh, peppery scent to any kitchen garden. It thrives in warm...
- Basket willow Salix viminalis
The basket willow is a fast growing deciduous shrub or small tree known for its long, flexible stems. It thrives in...
- 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...
- Beach naupaka Scaevola taccada
Beach naupaka is a tough, salt tolerant shrub that thrives in coastal environments. It is famous for its unique half...
- Bear Paw Gynura aurantiaca
This plant is famous for its velvety, deep purple hairs that cover its dark green leaves. It adds a striking pop of...
- Bear Paw Dactylopsis digitata
This charming succulent is known for its unique, finger-like leaves that resemble little paws. It is a slow growing...
- Bear's Paw Cotyledon tomentosa
This charming succulent is famous for its fuzzy, paw shaped leaves that feature tiny red teeth at the tips. It...
- Bearberry Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Bearberry is a hardy, low growing evergreen shrub that forms a dense mat across the ground. It is famous for its...
- Bearberry cotoneaster Cotoneaster dammeri
This hardy, low growing shrub is a fantastic choice for ground cover. It stays evergreen in many climates and...
- Bearded Iris Iris germanica
Bearded irises are classic garden favorites known for their striking, ruffled blooms and fuzzy petals. They thrive...
- Beautyberry Callicarpa bodinieri
Beautyberry is a lovely deciduous shrub known for its clusters of vibrant, metallic purple berries that appear in...
- Bee Balm Monarda didyma
Bee balm is a cheerful perennial that brings a splash of color to any garden. It is a favorite among pollinators...
- Bee orchid Ophrys apifera
The bee orchid is a fascinating terrestrial orchid that mimics the appearance of a bee to attract pollinators. It is...
- Beetroot Beta vulgaris
Beetroot is a popular root vegetable grown for its sweet, earthy taproot and edible leafy greens. It thrives in cool...
- Beggarticks Bidens alba
Bidens alba is a hardy, fast growing wildflower that thrives in disturbed areas. It produces cheerful white flowers...
- Begonia
Begonias are a diverse group of plants known for their stunning foliage and delicate flowers. 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...
- Bell Heather Erica cinerea
Bell heather is a lovely, low growing shrub that brings a splash of purple to heathlands. It thrives in acidic soil...
- Bell Pepper Capsicum annuum
Bell peppers are a favorite in home gardens for their crisp texture and sweet flavor. They thrive in warm weather...
- Bell Pepper Capsicum annuum annuum
This popular garden staple produces vibrant, edible fruits that come in many shapes and colors. It is a tender...
- Bermuda grass Cynodon dactylon
Bermuda grass is a tough, heat loving perennial that spreads quickly through underground runners. It is a favorite...
- Bigleaf Hydrangea Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are beloved for their big, showy flower heads that can change color based on soil acidity. They bring a...
- Bigleaf Hydrangea Hydrangea macrophylla
Bigleaf hydrangeas are beloved for their massive, showy flower heads that change color based on soil acidity. They...
- Bigleaf Maple Acer macrophyllum
The Bigleaf Maple is a majestic native tree known for its massive, hand shaped leaves. It thrives in moist,...
- Bilberry Vaccinium myrtillus
The bilberry is a charming, low growing shrub that produces delicious dark blue berries in the summer. It thrives in...
- Bird of paradise Strelitzia reginae
The bird of paradise is a stunning tropical plant famous for its unique, crane-like flowers. It brings a bold,...
- Bird's nest fern Asplenium nidus
The bird's nest fern is a beautiful epiphyte that naturally grows in the crooks of trees. It features bright green...
- Bitter Bolete Tylopilus felleus
The Bitter Bolete is a common woodland fungus known for its striking resemblance to edible porcini mushrooms. It is...
- Bitter Melon Momordica charantia
Bitter melon is a fast growing tropical vine known for its unique, bumpy fruit and distinctively bitter flavor. It...
- bittersweet nightshade Solanum dulcamara
This woody vine is a common sight in wetlands and hedgerows across many temperate regions. It is known for its...
- Black bat flower Tacca chantrieri
The black bat flower is a striking tropical plant known for its unique, dark, wing-like bracts that resemble a bat...
- Black cherry Prunus serotina
The black cherry is a beautiful native North American tree known for its dark, flaky bark and clusters of white...
- Black chokeberry Aronia melanocarpa
The black chokeberry is a hardy deciduous shrub that offers beautiful seasonal interest. It produces clusters of...
- Black eyed susan vine Thunbergia alata
This charming climber is a fast grower that loves to scramble up trellises. It produces cheerful, trumpet shaped...
- Black knapweed Centaurea nigra
This hardy perennial is a lovely addition to meadows and wild gardens. It produces charming thistle like flowers...
- Black medic Medicago lupulina
Black medic is a hardy, low growing legume that often acts as a ground cover. It is frequently found in lawns and...
- Black Pepper Piper nigrum
Black pepper is a beautiful tropical vine that produces the peppercorns we use in our kitchens. It loves a warm and...
- Black sapote Diospyros nigra
The black sapote is a tropical fruit tree known for its unique, custard like flesh that tastes remarkably like...
- Black-eyed Susan Rudbeckia hirta
Black-eyed Susans are cheerful, sun-loving perennials that bring a classic meadow look to any garden. They produce...
- Blackberry Rubus
Blackberries are vigorous, sprawling shrubs that produce delicious, dark fruit on thorny canes. They thrive in sunny...
- Blackberry Rubus fruticosus
Blackberries are vigorous, sprawling shrubs that produce delicious dark fruit in the summer. They thrive in sunny...
- Blackcurrant Ribes nigrum
Blackcurrants are hardy deciduous shrubs prized for their tart, nutrient-rich berries. They thrive in cooler...
- Blackhaw Viburnum Viburnum prunifolium
The Blackhaw Viburnum is a lovely native shrub that brings seasonal interest to any garden. It produces clusters of...
- Blackthorn Prunus spinosa
The blackthorn is a hardy, deciduous shrub known for its dense, thorny branches and early spring blossoms. It...
- Blanket flower Gaillardia aristata
Blanket flowers are cheerful perennials that bring a splash of sunset colors to your garden. They're quite tough and...
- Blanket flower Gaillardia grandiflora
This cheerful perennial brings a burst of sunset colors to your garden all summer long. It is a tough plant that...
- Blazing star Liatris spicata
Blazing star is a stunning perennial that sends up tall, fuzzy purple spikes in the summer. It's a favorite for...
- Blood lily Scadoxus multiflorus
The blood lily is a stunning bulbous plant known for its massive, spherical clusters of bright red flowers. It makes...
- Bloodroot Sanguinaria canadensis
Bloodroot is a charming woodland wildflower that pops up early in the spring. It gets its name from the bright red...
- Blue cypress Cupressus macrocarpa
The Monterey cypress is a beautiful evergreen conifer known for its bright, lemon scented foliage. It thrives in...
- Blue daze Evolvulus glomeratus
Blue daze is a charming, low growing plant that loves the sun. It produces lovely sky blue flowers that open in the...
- Blue dicks Dipterostemon capitatus
Blue dicks is a charming cormous perennial native to western North America. It produces clusters of vibrant violet...
- Blue Fescue Festuca glauca
Blue Fescue is a charming, clumping ornamental grass known for its striking steel blue foliage. It adds a wonderful...
- Blue grama Bouteloua gracilis
Blue grama is a tough, drought tolerant native grass that forms charming, low growing clumps. It is famous for its...
- Blue Oat Grass Helictotrichon sempervirens
Blue Oat Grass is a lovely, cool season perennial that brings a cool blue tone to your garden. It forms neat,...
- Blue vanda Vanda coerulea
The blue vanda is a stunning orchid known for its striking, sky blue flowers. It grows as an epiphyte, meaning it...
- Bluebell Hyacinthoides non-scripta
The bluebell is a charming woodland perennial that carpets forest floors with nodding, violet blue flowers in...
- Blueberry Vaccinium corymbosum
The highbush blueberry is a fantastic deciduous shrub that offers delicious fruit and lovely fall color. It thrives...
- Blushing Philodendron Philodendron erubescens
This beautiful climber is known for its deep reddish stems and glossy, heart-shaped leaves. It's a fantastic choice...
- Bodhi tree Ficus religiosa
The Bodhi tree is a beautiful, sacred fig known for its heart shaped leaves and long, slender tips. It grows into a...
- Bog rosemary Andromeda polifolia
Bog rosemary is a charming, low growing evergreen shrub that thrives in cool, acidic, and boggy conditions. It...
- Bogbean Menyanthes trifoliata
The bogbean is a lovely aquatic perennial that thrives in shallow water or very damp, boggy soil. It features...
- Boojum tree Fouquieria columnaris
The Boojum tree is a truly unique succulent from the Baja California peninsula that looks like something out of a...
- Borage Borago officinalis
Borage is a charming annual herb known for its beautiful star shaped blue flowers. It is a favorite among gardeners...
- Boston fern Nephrolepis exaltata
The Boston fern is a classic houseplant known for its lush, arching fronds that bring a touch of the tropics...
- Bottle Gourd Lagenaria siceraria siceraria
The bottle gourd is a fast growing annual vine famous for its unique, hard shelled fruits. It thrives in warm...
- Bottlebrush Callistemon citrinus
The bottlebrush is a stunning shrub known for its unique, vibrant flower spikes that resemble a cleaning brush. It...
- Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea is a stunning woody vine known for its vibrant, papery bracts that surround tiny white flowers. It...
- Bougainvillea Bougainvillea glabra
Bougainvillea is a stunning tropical vine known for its vibrant, papery bracts that surround tiny white flowers. It...
- Box elder Acer negundo
The box elder is a fast growing, hardy maple that is quite adaptable to various soil conditions. It is often found...
- Boxwood Buxus
Boxwoods are classic evergreen shrubs that bring structure and elegance to any garden. They are famous for their...
- Bracken Pteridium aquilinum
Bracken is a hardy, ancient fern that spreads through an extensive underground rhizome system. It is found in...
- Brazil nut Bertholletia excelsa
The Brazil nut tree is a massive, long-lived giant native to the Amazon rainforest. It produces large, woody fruits...
- Breadfruit Artocarpus altilis
Breadfruit is a stunning tropical tree that produces large, starchy fruits often used as a staple food. It thrives...
- Bristly lady's thumb Persicaria longiseta
This hardy plant is a common sight in damp, disturbed areas. It produces lovely spikes of pink flowers that add a...
- Bristly oxtongue Helminthotheca echioides
Bristly oxtongue is a hardy, biennial herb often found in disturbed soils and meadows. It produces bright yellow,...
- Broad Bean Vicia faba
Broad beans are cool season crops that produce delicious, protein-rich pods. They thrive in temperate climates and...
- Broad buckler fern Dryopteris dilatata
The broad buckler fern is a lovely woodland native that brings a lush, forest feel to shady spots. It features...
- Broad-leaved dock Rumex obtusifolius
This hardy perennial is often found growing in pastures and along roadsides. It is known for its deep taproot and...
- Bromélia Bromeliaceae
Bromeliads are a diverse group of tropical plants known for their unique foliage and striking central flower spikes....
- Browallia Browallia americana
Browallia americana is a charming annual that brings a splash of color to shaded garden spots. It produces lovely...
- Bucket orchid Coryanthes speciosa
The bucket orchid is a fascinating epiphyte known for its complex, bucket shaped flowers. It relies on specific bees...
- Buckwheat Fagopyrum esculentum
Buckwheat is a fast growing annual plant often grown as a cover crop or for its edible seeds. It thrives in cooler...
- Buddha's hand Citrus medica
This unique citrus variety is famous for its finger like fruit segments that lack pulp and juice. It is a slow...
- Bugbane Actaea simplex
Bugbane is a lovely perennial that brings height and texture to shady garden spots. It produces tall, slender spikes...
- Bugleweed Ajuga reptans
Bugleweed is a fantastic, low growing groundcover that spreads quickly to fill in empty spots in your garden. It...
- Bull thistle Cirsium vulgare
The bull thistle is a biennial plant that is often considered a weed in many parts of the world. It produces...
- Bunny Ears Cactus Opuntia microdasys
This charming cactus is famous for its flat, pad-like stems that look just like bunny ears. It is a desert native...
- Bush vetch Vicia sepium
The bush vetch is a lovely perennial climber that often pops up in hedgerows and meadows. It's a member of the pea...
- Busy Lizzie Impatiens walleriana
Busy Lizzies are cheerful, shade loving plants that bring constant color to your garden. They're perfect for...
- Butterfly Bush Buddleja davidii
The butterfly bush is a fast growing shrub that produces long, fragrant flower spikes. It is a favorite for...
- Butterfly weed Asclepias tuberosa
Butterfly weed is a stunning native perennial that brings vibrant orange color to sunny gardens. It is a magnet for...
- Butternut Squash Cucurbita moschata
Butternut squash is a popular winter squash known for its sweet, nutty flavor and smooth texture. These vining...
- Buttonbush Cephalanthus occidentalis
The buttonbush is a charming native shrub that loves wet feet. It produces unique, spherical white flowers that look...