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  • Talipot palm Corypha umbraculifera

    The Talipot palm is a massive, monocarpic giant that spends decades growing before producing a spectacular, terminal...

  • Tall fescue Lolium arundinaceum

    Tall fescue is a hardy, cool season perennial grass often used for lawns and pastures. It is known for its deep root...

  • tall oatgrass Arrhenatherum elatius

    Tall oatgrass is a hardy, perennial bunchgrass that thrives in meadows and pastures. It is quite adaptable and often...

  • Tamanu Calophyllum inophyllum

    The tamanu tree is a beautiful, slow growing evergreen known for its glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white...

  • Tamarillo Solanum betaceum

    The tamarillo is a lovely, fast growing small tree that produces unique, egg shaped fruits. It thrives in mild...

  • Tamarind Tamarindus indica

    The tamarind is a beautiful, long-lived tropical tree prized for its tangy, edible fruit pods. It features feathery,...

  • Taro Colocasia esculenta

    Taro is a stunning tropical plant known for its massive, heart shaped leaves that bring a lush feel to any space. It...

  • Tarragon Artemisia dracunculus

    Tarragon is a lovely perennial herb known for its distinct anise flavor. It thrives in sunny spots and adds a...

  • Tea Camellia sinensis

    The tea plant is a lovely evergreen shrub that produces the leaves used for black, green, and white teas. It enjoys...

  • Teak Tectona grandis

    Teak is a majestic tropical hardwood tree known for its incredibly durable and weather resistant timber. It grows...

  • Teasel Dipsacus fullonum

    Teasel is a striking biennial plant known for its unique, prickly flower heads that persist long after the blooms...

  • Telegraph plant Codariocalyx motorius

    The telegraph plant is famous for its leaves that move in response to light and sound. It is a fascinating tropical...

  • Texas bluebonnet Lupinus texensis

    The Texas bluebonnet is a cheerful annual wildflower that brings iconic blue color to spring landscapes. It thrives...

  • Texas Sage Leucophyllum frutescens

    Texas Sage is a tough, beautiful shrub that loves the heat and puts on a show with vibrant purple flowers. It is...

  • Thale cress Arabidopsis thaliana

    This small flowering plant is a staple in biological research due to its short life cycle and simple genome. It...

  • Thanksgiving cactus Schlumbergera truncata

    The Thanksgiving cactus is a festive succulent that produces vibrant, tubular flowers in late autumn. It is an...

  • Thaumatophyllum bipinnatifidum

    This tropical beauty is famous for its massive, deeply lobed leaves that bring a lush jungle vibe to any room. It...

  • Thimble Cactus Mammillaria gracilis fragilis

    The thimble cactus is a charming, small succulent that forms dense clusters of tiny, cylindrical stems. It is a...

  • Thimbleberry Rubus parviflorus

    The thimbleberry is a wonderful native shrub that produces soft, raspberry like fruit in the summer. It spreads...

  • three-nerved sandwort Moehringia trinervia

    This charming little woodland plant is a member of the carnation family. It thrives in damp, shaded spots and adds a...

  • Thyme Thymus vulgaris

    Thyme is a hardy, fragrant herb that loves basking in the sun. It is a kitchen staple that adds wonderful flavor to...

  • thyme-leaved sandwort Arenaria serpyllifolia

    This charming little plant is a common annual that often pops up in sandy soils or rocky areas. It forms small mats...

  • thymeleaf speedwell Veronica serpyllifolia

    This charming little ground cover is a common sight in lawns and damp meadows. It spreads by creeping stems that...

  • 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...

  • Tiger Jaws Faucaria tigrina

    Tiger Jaws is a charming succulent that gets its name from the spiky, toothy edges of its leaves. It stays quite...

  • Tiger Lily Lilium lancifolium

    The tiger lily is a classic garden favorite known for its striking, spotted blooms. It's a hardy perennial that adds...

  • Tiger orchid Grammatophyllum speciosum

    The tiger orchid is a massive, stunning epiphyte known for being the largest orchid species in the world. It...

  • Timothy grass Phleum pratense

    Timothy grass is a cool season perennial bunchgrass that is widely grown for hay and livestock feed. It thrives in...

  • Titan arum Amorphophallus titanum

    The Titan arum is famous for producing one of the largest unbranched inflorescences in the world. It is a rare...

  • Toad rush Juncus bufonius

    Toad rush is a charming, grass-like annual that thrives in moist, disturbed soils. It's a common sight in damp...

  • Tobacco Nicotiana tabacum

    Tobacco is a striking annual plant known for its large, velvety leaves and trumpet shaped flowers. It grows quite...

  • Tomatillo Physalis philadelphica

    Tomatillos are a fun garden staple that grow their fruit inside a papery husk. They are essential for making...

  • Tomato Solanum lycopersicum

    Tomatoes are beloved garden staples that produce juicy, flavorful fruits throughout the summer. They thrive in warm...

  • Torch Ginger Etlingera elatior

    Torch ginger is a stunning tropical perennial known for its waxy, cone shaped flower heads. It thrives in warm,...

  • Tormentil Potentilla erecta

    Tormentil is a charming, low growing perennial that spreads nicely across meadows and heaths. It is known for its...

  • Toyon Heteromeles arbutifolia

    The Toyon is a beautiful evergreen shrub native to California that brings year round interest to the garden. It...

  • Trailing Lantana Lantana montevidensis

    Trailing lantana is a lovely, low growing shrub that loves to spill over garden walls or containers. It produces...

  • Transvaal daisy Gerbera jamesonii

    The Transvaal daisy is a cheerful plant known for its vibrant, long lasting flowers that sit atop sturdy stems. It...

  • Traveller's-joy Clematis vitalba

    Traveller's joy is a vigorous, woody climber native to hedgerows and woodland edges across Europe. It produces...

  • Travellers palm Ravenala madagascariensis

    This iconic plant is not a true palm but a member of the bird of paradise family. It is famous for its massive, fan...

  • Treasure flower Gazania linearis

    This cheerful perennial brings a splash of color to sunny spots with its daisy like blooms. It is a tough plant that...

  • Tree Aeonium Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop'

    This striking succulent grows in a beautiful rosette pattern atop woody stems. It is a fantastic choice for adding...

  • Tree Cholla Cylindropuntia imbricata

    The tree cholla is a hardy, branching cactus known for its striking, cylindrical segments and vibrant purple or pink...

  • Tree of heaven Ailanthus altissima

    The tree of heaven is a fast growing deciduous tree known for its ability to thrive in harsh urban environments. It...

  • Tropical Hibiscus Hibiscus

    Tropical hibiscus is a stunning shrub known for its large, vibrant, trumpet shaped flowers. It thrives in warm...

  • Trout Lily Erythronium americanum

    The Trout Lily is a charming spring ephemeral that carpets woodland floors with nodding, yellow flowers. It gets its...

  • Trumpet gentian Gentiana acaulis

    The trumpet gentian is a stunning alpine perennial known for its brilliant, deep blue, bell shaped flowers. It...

  • Trumpet tree Cecropia peltata

    The trumpet tree is a fast growing pioneer species native to the tropical Americas. It is well known for its large,...

  • Trumpet vine Campsis radicans

    The trumpet vine is a vigorous, woody climber known for its showy, tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds. It is...

  • Tuberous Begonia Begonia boliviensis

    This beautiful plant is famous for its cascading habit and vibrant, bell shaped flowers. It grows from a tuber and...

  • tufted hairgrass Deschampsia cespitosa

    Tufted hairgrass is a lovely, clumping perennial that adds a soft texture to any garden. It thrives in cooler...

  • tufted vetch Vicia cracca

    The tufted vetch is a hardy perennial legume known for its beautiful, cascading clusters of violet flowers. It's a...

  • Tulip Tulipa

    Tulips are iconic spring blooming bulbs that bring a vibrant splash of color to any garden. They grow from...

  • Tulip Tulipa gesneriana

    Tulips are classic spring blooming bulbs that bring a splash of color to your garden after the winter frost. They...

  • Tulip tree Liriodendron tulipifera

    The tulip tree is a majestic, fast growing native that stands out for its unique leaves and beautiful flowers. It...

  • Turk's cap Malvaviscus arboreus

    This lovely shrub is a favorite for attracting hummingbirds with its bright red flowers that never fully open. It is...

  • Turkey berry Solanum torvum

    This vigorous shrub is often grown for its edible fruits which are popular in many tropical cuisines. It is a hardy...

  • Turkey tangle fogfruit Phyla nodiflora

    This charming groundcover is a fantastic native alternative to traditional turf grass. It spreads quickly to form a...

  • Turmeric Curcuma longa

    Turmeric is a beautiful tropical perennial that grows from thick, underground rhizomes. It produces lush, broad...

  • Turtlehead Chelone glabra

    The turtlehead is a charming perennial that loves damp spots in your garden. It gets its name from the unique...

  • Tutsan Hypericum androsaemum

    Tutsan is a lovely semi evergreen shrub that brings a touch of wild beauty to the garden. It produces bright yellow...