Ageratum
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Ageratum, commonly grown as Ageratum houstonianum, is a bushy flowering plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae). Often called floss flower…
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These plants prefer acidic soil, below pH 7.
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Amaryllis
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Amaryllis, primarily known by the species Hippeastrum (often classified within the Amaryllis genus), is a popular bulbous flowering plant…
Anthurium
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 11–12
Anthurium, commonly known as the flamingo flower or laceleaf, is a popular tropical plant celebrated for its striking appearance and…
Astilbe
- Part shade
- High water
- Zones 3–8
Astilbe is a genus of herbaceous perennials prized for feathery flower plumes that rise above mounds of divided, often glossy leaves…
Azalea
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
Azaleas are flowering shrubs belonging to the Rhododendron genus and are widely appreciated for their stunning blooms and vibrant colors…
Bee Balm
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Bee balm is a clump-forming perennial in the mint family, best known for its vivid, shaggy-looking flowers and its appeal to pollinators…
Begonia
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Begonia is a large genus of flowering plants grown for its colorful blooms, striking leaves, or both. Its species and cultivated varieties…
Bleeding Heart
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Bleeding heart is a herbaceous perennial prized for its graceful, arching stems and rows of dangling, heart-shaped flowers. Its best-known…
Bluebell
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Bluebell plant, scientifically known as Hyacinthoides non-scripta (common bluebell) or Scilla non-scripta (English bluebell), is a…
Bougainvillea
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Bougainvillea is a vibrant, fast-growing tropical vine or shrub known for its brilliant, paper-like bracts that surround its small…
Calla Lily
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Calla lily is a perennial flowering plant grown for its elegant white blooms and lush, arrow-shaped leaves. Despite its name, it is not a…
Camellia
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
Camellia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to theaceae family, primarily native to Asia. There are about 100 species, plus numerous…
Canna
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 8–11
Canna is a genus of flowering plants grown for its bold foliage and bright, tropical-looking blooms. Often called canna lilies, cannas are…
Cherry Blossom
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–8
Cherry blossoms, known scientifically as Prunus serrulata, are iconic flowering trees predominantly associated with Japan and celebrated…
Christmas Cactus
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–12
The Christmas Cactus, scientifically known as Schlumbergera, is a popular houseplant celebrated for its stunning blooms during the holiday…
Chrysanthemum
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
Chrysanthemums, often referred to as "mums," are flowering plants belonging to the Asteraceae family, native to Asia and northeastern…
Coleus
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Coleus is a tender perennial best known for its vividly colored leaves, but it also produces flowers. Slender spikes rise above the…
Corpse Flower
- Bright indirect light
- High water
- Zones 12–13
The Corpse Flower, scientifically known as Amorphophallus titanum, is a fascinating and rare plant native to the rainforests of Sumatra…
Crabapple
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Crabapple (Malus spp.) is a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs belonging to the Rosaceae family. These plants are typically characterized…
Crown of Thorns
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii) is a fascinating succulent native to Madagascar. Known for its hardy nature and distinctive appearance…
Daffodil
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Daffodils, belonging to the genus Narcissus, are perennial flowering plants known for their trumpet-shaped blooms and vibrant yellow…
Dahlia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–11
Dahlias are flowering plants grown for their abundant, often vividly colored blooms. They belong to the daisy family, Asteraceae, and the…
Daylily
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The Daylily (Hemerocallis) is a perennial flowering plant known for its vibrant blooms and ease of care. Native to Asia, these hardy…
Desert Rose
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
The Desert Rose, scientifically known as Adenium obesum, is a striking succulent plant characterized by its thick, swollen stem and…
Dogwood
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
Dogwood refers to various species within the genus Cornus, which encompasses deciduous trees and shrubs popular for their ornamental…
Echeveria
- Part sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Echeveria is a captivating genus of succulent plants belonging to the Crassulaceae family, primarily indigenous to Mexico and Central…
Forget-me-not
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Forget-me-nots, belonging to the genus Myosotis, are charming perennial and annual plants known for their small, vibrant blue flowers…
Foxglove
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Common foxglove is a striking flowering plant with tall, upright spikes of tubular, bell-shaped blooms. The flowers are usually purple or…
Frangipani
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Frangipani, scientifically known as Plumeria, is a tropical flowering plant prized for its stunning, fragrant blooms and lush, green…
Freesia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–10
Freesia is a popular flowering plant belonging to the Iridaceae family, primarily native to southern Africa. Renowned for its…
Fuchsia
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Fuchsia is a genus of flowering shrubs and small trees admired for its graceful, often pendulous blooms. Most garden plants are hybrids…
Gardenia
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–11
Gardenias are evergreen shrubs or small trees belonging to the Rubiaceae family, primarily native to tropical and subtropical regions of…
Geranium
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Geranium, commonly referred to as cranesbill, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Geraniaceae, encompassing around 300 species…
Gerbera Daisy
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
The Gerbera Daisy, scientifically known as Gerbera jamesonii, is a vibrant flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. Native…
Gladiolus
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Gladiolus, commonly known as "sword lily," is a genus of flowering plants in the family Iridaceae. They are native to tropical and…
Heliconia
- Part sun
- High water
- Zones 10–11
Heliconia, commonly known as lobster-claw or wild plantain, belongs to the Heliconiaceae family and is native to tropical regions of…
Hibiscus
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Hibiscus is a diverse genus of flowering plants in the mallow family (Malvaceae), renowned for their large, showy blooms. There are over…
Hosta
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Hostas are versatile perennial plants widely favored in gardens for their lush foliage and shade tolerance. Native to Asia, particularly…
Hydrangea
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Hydrangeas are popular flowering shrubs known for their large, vibrant blooms and lush foliage. Belonging to the genus Hydrangea, these…
Impatiens
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Impatiens, also known as busy Lizzie or balsam, is a popular flowering plant belonging to the family Balsaminaceae. This shade-loving…
Jacaranda
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9.5–11
The Jacaranda plant, scientifically known as Jacaranda mimosifolia, is a striking ornamental tree native to South America, particularly…
Jade Vine
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 11–12
The Jade Vine (Strongylodon macrobotrys) is a striking, tropical flowering plant native to the Philippines, where it often grows in the…
Kadupul Flower
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
The Kadupul flower, also known as Epiphyllum oxypetalum or the Queen of the Night, is a rare and exotic cactus native to Central and South…
Liatris
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Liatris is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae. Often called blazing stars or gayfeathers, these plants…
Lily
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Lily plants belong to the genus Lilium and are part of the family Liliaceae. They are characterized by their large, prominent flowers…
Lobelia
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Lobelia erinus is the garden lobelia commonly sold for its masses of small, vividly colored flowers. It is native to southern Africa and…
Lupine
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Lupine, or lupin, belongs to the genus Lupinus and the legume family (Fabaceae). These perennial or annual plants are particularly…
Magnolia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Magnolia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Magnoliaceae, known for their large, striking flowers and glossy leaves…
Marigold
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Marigolds are vibrant and cheerful annual flowering plants belonging to the genus Tagetes. They are native to the Americas and have gained…
Middlemist Red
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
Middlemist Red is a rare and historically significant camellia plant, scientifically known as Camellia sasanqua. This particular variety…
Morning Glory
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Morning Glory is a popular annual flowering vine known for its stunning, trumpet-shaped blooms. Belonging to the Convolvulaceae family…
Nasturtium
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) is a popular annual flowering plant known for its vibrant blooms and edible features. Native to South and…
Orchid
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 11–12
Orchids belong to the family Orchidaceae, one of the largest and most diverse plant families in the world, with over 25,000 species and…
Orchid Cactus
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Orchid Cactus, scientifically known as Epiphyllum, is a captivating tropical plant renowned for its stunning, often large, and fragrant…
Pansy
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 6–9
Pansies (Viola tricolor var. hortensis) are popular flowering plants known for their vibrant colors and distinct "face-like" markings on…
Passionflower
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Passionflower, belonging to the genus Passiflora, is a captivating and diverse group of flowering plants renowned for their striking…
Petunia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Petunias belong to the Solanaceae family, which also includes tomatoes and potatoes. These popular flowering plants are native to South…
Phlox
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Phlox is a genus of flowering plants valued for its bright, often fragrant blooms. Most species are native to North America, though one…
Plumeria
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Plumeria, commonly known as frangipani, is a tropical plant renowned for its fragrant, colorful flowers. Belonging to the Apocynaceae…
Ranunculus
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Florist’s ranunculus is a tuberous perennial prized for its densely layered, rose-like flowers. It is often grown as an annual…
Rhododendron
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Rhododendrons are a diverse genus of flowering shrubs within the Ericaceae family, which also includes azaleas. They are known for their…
Rose
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
The rose plant, belonging to the genus Rosa, is renowned for its stunning flowers and is a popular choice in gardens worldwide. There are…
Verbena
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Verbena is a genus of flowering plants that includes upright wildflowers and low-growing ornamentals. The name is also used for closely…
Vinca
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Vinca is a genus of low-growing, flowering perennials commonly called periwinkles. The two species most often grown in gardens are lesser…
Wisteria
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
Wisteria is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family (Fabaceae), known for its stunning cascades of fragrant, drooping flowers…
Zinnia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
Zinnias are vibrant, annual flowering plants belonging to the Asteraceae family. They are native to Mexico and the southwestern United…