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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

    Kalanchoes are delightful succulents known for their thick, waxy leaves and clusters of vibrant, long lasting...

  • Kalanchoe Kalanchoe blossfeldiana

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

  • Kale Brassica oleracea

    Kale is a hardy, leafy green that thrives in cooler weather. It is a member of the cabbage family and is prized for...

  • Kangaroo paw Anigozanthos flavidus

    Kangaroo paws are striking Australian natives known for their unique, fuzzy flowers that look just like little...

  • Kapok Ceiba pentandra

    The kapok is a majestic tropical tree known for its massive buttress roots and fluffy seed pods. It grows quite...

  • Kauri Agathis australis

    The Kauri is a magnificent, ancient conifer native to New Zealand known for its massive, straight trunk. It grows...

  • Kentia palm Howea forsteriana

    The Kentia palm is a classic, elegant choice that brings a touch of the tropics to your living room. It is quite...

  • Kentucky bluegrass Poa pratensis

    Kentucky bluegrass is a popular cool season perennial grass known for its lush, deep green color. It spreads through...

  • Key lime Citrus aurantiifolia

    The Key lime is a lovely citrus tree that produces small, fragrant flowers and tart, aromatic fruit. It thrives in...

  • kidneyleaf buttercup Ranunculus abortivus

    The kidneyleaf buttercup is a charming native wildflower that pops up in woodlands and meadows during the spring. It...

  • King protea Protea cynaroides

    The King protea is a stunning South African shrub famous for its massive, bowl shaped flower heads. It thrives in...

  • Kiwi fruit Actinidia deliciosa

    This vigorous woody vine produces the fuzzy brown fruit we all love. It is a deciduous climber that needs plenty of...

  • Kiwifruit Actinidia chinensis

    Kiwifruit is a vigorous, woody vine that produces delicious, fuzzy brown fruits with vibrant green or gold flesh. It...

  • Knotweed Persicaria

    Persicaria is a diverse group of plants known for their attractive, often spike like flowers and lush foliage. They...

  • Kohuhu Pittosporum tenuifolium

    The Kohuhu is a lovely evergreen shrub known for its wavy, glossy leaves and dark, slender stems. It's a popular...

  • Kousa dogwood Cornus kousa

    The Kousa dogwood is a lovely deciduous tree known for its stunning display of pointed bracts that look like...

  • Kratom Mitragyna speciosa

    This tropical evergreen tree is native to Southeast Asia and belongs to the coffee family. It thrives in humid, warm...

  • Kudzu Pueraria montana

    Kudzu is a vigorous climbing vine known for its rapid growth and ability to cover entire landscapes. It produces...

  • Kuma bamboo grass Sasa veitchii

    This is a lovely, low growing bamboo that makes a wonderful groundcover for shaded areas. It is famous for its...