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  • 8/12/2019 Catalog 2010 Water Plants Cacti

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    ABBIT RESISTANT FRAGRANT NATIVE PLANT POISIONOUS GROUNDCOVER GOOD CUT FLOWER GOOD FOR CONTAINER

    GROWING

    DROUGHT TO

    Water Plants

    Egeria densa Zone: 5-10A fast growing annual that is purchased in bundles. This is afloater water plant that supplies food and a hiding place for smallfish.

    * Flower Color: N/A* Perennial

    * Floater H: 18-24; S: 18-24

    abys Breath Zone: 4-9Alisma parviflora

    An old-fashioned favorite with double white, pink or rose flowers.* Flower Color: Pink* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 16-24; S: 40-60

    Zantedeshia aethiopica Zone: 8-10To bad this plant is native to tropical regions because it is a realbeauty! Set pre-started plants out in the spring after all danger offrost has passed. Place at the ponds edge or directly in the pondutilizing baskets at a maximum depth of 10. When grown in ashady area the plant will elongate and reach the maximum height.Move the plant indoors the first week in September. Remove anydead or dying foliage and flowers as they decline.

    * Flower Color: White/Near White* Annual

    * Marginal H: 36-48; S: 12-15

    Cardinal Flower Blue Zone: 4Lobelia siphilitica

    A hybrid of a treasured native lobelia. Botanists call it Amemost vivid wildflower. Add this to moist spots and it will blomid-summer. The tall spires of color will add great interest garden. A blue version of the famous red native.

    * Flower Color: Blue* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 18-24; S: 12-18

    Cardinal Flower Fan Scarlet Zone: 4Lobelia speciosa Fan Scarlet

    A scarlet red hybrid of the native lobelia. Botanists call itAmericas most vivid wildflower. Add this to moist spots andwill bloom mid-summer. The tall spires of color will add gr

    interest to any garden.* Flower Color: Scarlet* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 18-24; S: 12-18

    Cardinal Flower Queen Victoria Zone: 3Lobelia fulgens Queen Victoria

    A scarlet red hybrid of the native lobelia. Botanists call itAmericas most vivid wildflower. Add this to moist spots andwill bloom mid-summer. The tall spires of color will add grinterest to any garden.

    * Flower Color: Red* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 24-36; S: 15-18

    ANACHARIS

    ABYS BREATH

    CALLA LILY

    CARDINAL FLOWER

    emon Zone: 7-11Bacopa carolianna

    Lemon scented tropical with trailing habit. An annual that hasbright blue flowers that bloom all summer. Good acent plant forthe pond. Grow in full to part shade.

    * Flower Color: Blue* Annual

    * Marginal H: 2-4; S: 0-12

    ACOPA

    Canna Zone: 7-9Lush tropical foliage and showy flowers. Cannas make bordersand beds come alive with color all summer long. Dig and storethe shizomes in a dark, moist, frost-free place.

    * Flower Color: Varries* Annual

    * Marginal H: 3-4; S: 18-36

    CANNA

    Variegated Zone: 4Typha latifolia Variegata

    This isnt your common cattail, but a sophisticated hybrid wistriking cream variegation. Growing into dense stands that an amazing 6 feet. Makes a perfect border screen or eye-catbackdrop to your pondscape. Plant 1-6 below water level foresults. Relatively fast growing but not as invasive as the natgreen variety.

    * Flower Color: Brown* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 4-6; S: 12-18

    CATTAILDwarf Zone: 3

    Typha minimaThe dwarf cattail is native to Europe and Asia where it growswamps and marshes. A herbaceous perennial, it grows as t24 inches and produces flexible, slender, green, spike-like leaand a rigid flower stalk. Plant in water depth of 3-6 inches.

    * Flower Color: Catkins* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 18-24; S: 12-18

    Dont get your knickers in a knot. Nothing is solved andt just makes you walk funny.

    -Kathryn Carpenter

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    FULL SUN PART SUN/ PART SHADE FULL SHADE FALL COLOR ATTRACTS BIRDS ATTRACTS

    BUTTERFLIES

    ATTRACTS

    HUMMINGBIRDS

    Houttynia cordata Chameleon Zone: 4-11This spreading groundcover of alternate, colorful (pink, yellow,red and green) heart-shaped leaves are perfect for a moist areawhere other plants dont enjoy wet feet. Does well in a sunny orshaded location. Spreads by rhizomes and can be invasive.

    * Flower Color: N/A* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 6-10; S: 12-16

    Ruellia brittoniana Chi Chi Zone: 7-9An aggressive water plant when given access to abundant moisture.The quantity of purple blossoms is related to the amount of lightthe plants receives so give it plenty of sun!

    * Flower Color: Pale Pink* Annual

    * Marginal H: 36-48; S: 12-18

    Buttered Popcorn Zone: 3-8Ranunculus repens Buttered Popcorn

    A creeping buttercup with bright yellow flowers in the spring.* Flower Color: Yellow* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 10; S: 36

    CREEPING BUTTERCUP

    CHAMELEON PLANT

    CHI CHI MEXICAN PETUNIA

    Dwarf Zone: 2-8Equisetum scirpoides

    This is a dwarf form of the full-sized plant. It obtains its namefrom the latin words equus horse and seta bristle, animalhair. Also called a scouring rush, is a reference to its early use forcleaning pots.

    * Flower Color: N/A* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 6-12; S: 3-6

    Siberian Iris Caesars Brother Iris sibirica Caesars Brother

    This tall Siberian Iris produces deep purple flowersClumps will grow together to snuff out weeds. Aftevase-shaped foliage will retain its green color into tgrown in average soil, will withstand boggy conditi

    * Flower Color: Deep Purple* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 3-4; S

    HORSETAIL

    Speckled Ginger Hedychium Dr Moy

    A majestic new hybrid with wonderful inflorescenccoronarium and half coccineum. Nice fragrance wflowers. Leaves are slightly variegated.

    * Flower Color: Peach & Cream* Annual

    * Marginal H: 4-6; S

    LILY

    King Tut Zone: 9-11Cyperus papyrus King Tut

    A large glorious umbrella-like annual with stiff stems and largetufts of needle-like foliage that kind of resembles a broom. Whenthey are in bloom the stems actually weep in a graceful way. Tuckthis plant into the rocks of a streambed or along the edge as aspecimen. This plant is commonly used to make paper.

    * Flower Color: N/A

    * Annual* Marginal H: 24-36; S: 24-36

    EGYPTIAN PAPYRUS

    Red Stem Saururus cernus Red Stem

    This hardy red-stemmed lizards tail has burgundy fragrant white flowers most of the summer. Growsup to 6 deep.

    * Flower Color: White

    * Perennial* Marginal H: 30

    LIZARDS TAIL

    IRIS...CONTINUED

    Yerba-mansa Anemopsis californica

    A perennial water plant with white/green flowers. Gmarshy areas.

    * Flower Color: Pale Green/ Cream* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 6-18; S

    Ludwigia sedioidesThis plant is native to Brazil and Venezuela. Produ

    petaled yellow flowers up to 2 inches in diameter. Aflowers are showy, it is the floating rosette of diamoleaves that makes the plant a spectacular addition tpond. In bright light, the edges of the center leavesleaves turn red. During the day, the mosaic is fullythe rosette contracts and the individual leaves pull they shingle over each other.

    * Flower Color: N/A* Annual

    * Floater H: 12-24;

    MOSAIC PLANT

    Black Gamecock Zone: 4-9Iris louisiana Black Gamecock

    This Louisiana Iris has a dark velvety purple, almost black bloom.Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun. This iris needs plentyof water throughout the season to continue to look its best. It canbe used in diffucult banks to prevent erosion.

    * Flower Color: Deep Purple* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 18-24; S: 3

    IRIS

    Never undertake anything for which you wouthe courage to ask the blessings of heave

    -G.C. L

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    GROWING

    DROUGHT TO

    Myriophyllum aquatica Zone: 6-10A delicate and feathery emersed water plant. It frequently trailsalong the ground or water surface of ponds, lakes, and canalsthroughout Florida. Can become invasive. Just an annual in themidwest.

    * Flower Color: N/A* Annual

    * Marginal H: 6; S: 20-60

    oft Zone: 4-9Juncus effusus

    Soft rush is a wetland plant that grows in a clump and spreads by

    vigorous underground rhizomes. It has bright green stems (noleaves) that taper to a bristle. Grows normally in areas that areperiodically flooded but can withstand periods of drying out.

    * Flower Color: White* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 14-20; S: 14-20

    ARROT FEATHER

    RUSH

    Dichromena colorata Zone: 7-10A white-topped sedge native to marshes and swamplands fromVirgina south to Florida and the Keys. This upright sedge withdrooping thin leaves produce flowers in a star-shaped cluster witha bold white center.

    * Flower Color: White/Near White* Annual

    * Marginal H: 24-36; S: 36-48

    TAR GRASS

    Pontederia cordata Zone: 3-9A popular rush with deep green calla-like leaves. It produces deepblue flowers on spikes. Remove spent flowers as they appear.

    * Flower Color: Medium Blue* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 36-48; S: 3-6

    ICKEREL WEED

    Sweet Flag Zone: 5Acorus gramineus Ogon

    This grassy-leaved sweet flag has fans of semi-evergreen leavThis is an aquatic perennial with showy foliage for shallow wmargins.

    * Flower Color: Not Showy* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 6-12; S: 9-12

    SWEET FLAG

    Black Magic Zone: 7Colocasia esculenta Black Magic

    Commonly called Taro, Black Magic is a favorite variety. Groseveral inches of water or in a rich, well-drained soil. This vleafs out with green leaves that change to deep dark purple aget more light. The tuber should be lifted and stored for the

    * Flower Color: Bright Yellow* Annual

    * Marginal H: 36-48; S: 36-48

    Imperial Zone: 7Colocasia esculenta Illustris

    Commonly called Taro, Imperial is an elegant plant that has and green variegated leaves. Grow in several inches of watera rich, well-drained soil. The tuber should be lifted and storthe winter.

    * Flower Color: N/A* Annual

    * Marginal H: 24-36; S: 36-48

    Red Stem Zone: Thalia geniculata

    Tall, upright lance-shaped leaves top the tall stems which cana brilliant red at the base. Interesting pink flowers appear mlate summer. Commonly known as Alligator Flag, it can mato a size of 6-8 feet. Will lose some color with lower light in

    * Flower Color: Burgundy* Annual

    * Marginal H: 60-72; S: 152-182

    THALIA

    Taro Zone: 7Colocasia esculenta

    Commonly called Taro, is widely grown in the tropics for foand as a ornamental planting. The edible tubers are used inand the young shoots are blanched and used as a winter vegeGrow in several inches of water or in a rich, well-drained soiThe tuber should be lifted and stored for the winter.

    * Flower Color: Not Showy* Annual

    * Marginal H: 36-48; S: 36-48

    TARO ELEPHANT EARS

    ilk Stockings Zone: 5-10Sagittaria australis Benni

    Often called Arrowhead, this variety has handsome burgundyleaves followed by spikes of white flowers June through September.Plant in 1-6 inches of water.

    * Flower Color: White

    * Perennial* Marginal H: 1-2; S: 1-2

    ILK STOCKINGS

    orrel Zone: 3-7Rumex acetosa

    Commonly called garden sorrel or sour dock, is grown as aculinary herb for its leaves which are used in salads and cooking.Leaves have a tangy, acidic, sour-lemonly flavor. Flower spikescan produce a somewhat showy effect.

    * Flower Color: N/A* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 18-24; S: 9-12

    ORREL

    We cannot command nature excep

    obeying her.

    -Francis Baco

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    FULL SUN PART SUN/ PART SHADE FULL SHADE FALL COLOR ATTRACTS BIRDS ATTRACTS

    BUTTERFLIES

    ATTRACTS

    HUMMINGBIRDS

    Oenanthe javanica Zone: 4-10Also known as tape grass is an aquatic plant that grows in bothstill and moving water. Each leaf has a prominent light greenmidrib running down the center with white & pink variegation. Acolorful plant to add to your water garden collection.

    * Flower Color: White* Perennial

    * Marginal H: 6-12; S: 9-12

    Hibiscus moscheutos Zone: 8-10

    These glorious plants with impressive large flowers makeshowy accents. The Hibiscus produces the largest flower of anyperennial! It not only grows perfectly in average garden soil butalso does well in moist, windy areas. These plants will die back tothe ground level during the winter. Be careful not to overwateruntil plants show signs of growth. This plant will tolerateoccasional wetness and a little salt.

    * Flower Color: Varries* Annual

    * Marginal H: 4-6; S: 24-36

    WATER CELERY

    WATER HIBISCUS

    Pistia stratiotes Zone: 9-11Pale green rosette-shaped leaves float atop the water. Good

    oxygenators and provide shape for your water garden. Reproducequickly in warm weather!

    * Flower Color: N/A* Annual

    * Floater H: 0-6; S: 9-12

    WATER LETTUCE

    Giant Zone: 8-11Cyperus alternifolius

    Also known as the Umbrella Plant or Umbrella Paprus, is anexcellent accent plant for ponds or patios. Tall stems with thinblades arranged like an umbrella make this a interesting specimen.

    * Flower Color: N/A* Annual

    * Marginal H: 4-6; S: 18-24

    UMBRELLA PALM

    Sium serave Zone: 5-8The water parship is an aromatic perennial herb of the carrotfamily. Grows in wet meadows, slow moving water and muddyshores. Produces tiny white flowers in the summer.

    * Flower Color: White* Perennial

    * Marginal H: ; S: 2-6

    WATER PARSNIP

    Rabbits Paw Zone: 9-11Wedelia trilobata

    A tropical bog plant with glossy green foliage. Produces typicalyellow zinna-like flowers and has a low spreading habit.

    * Flower Color: Bright Yellow* Annual

    * Marginal H: 6-12; S: 24-36

    WATER ZINNIA

    Colorado Nymphaea Colorado

    A sensational bloomer, this hardy water lily producto large salmon-pink blooms. The mottled leaves acontrast. Blooms all season in full sunlight.

    * Flower Color: Pink/Salmon* Perennial

    * FloaterJoey Tomocik

    Nymphaea Joey TomocikThe most vivid yellow hardy water lily known. Eveshow a remarkable depth of color. Young flowers ashaped but as plants mature subsequent blooms are(star-like). A vigorous plant that holds its flowers hfoliage.

    * Flower Color: Yellow* Perennial

    * Floater

    Texas Dawn Nymphaea Texas Dawn

    This lily can produce up to 8 green pads flecked wbrown. Lemon yellow blooms with a lemony fragrproduced.

    * Flower Color: Pinks/Yellows* Perennial

    * Floater

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    Cacti & Succulents

    ALOE VERA CAMPFIREAloe barbadensis

    Although the aloe vera plant looks a lot like a cactus, its actuallya member of the lily and onion family. Usually found in hot, dryclimates. It is a short-stemmed succulent perennial. Called aMiracle Plant or Natural Healer, there are many species of aloebut only a few have powerful medicinal propertys. The AloeBarbadensis Miller plant has been found to contain the mostpowerful blend of nutrients. The aloe is a succulent, which meansits fleshy leaves hold a lot of water and gel. This gel can be used asan ointment for burns.

    15; S: 15

    Senecio talinoids mandralisBlue, also called Blue Fingers, is a winner with densely packed,

    small silvery leaves. Use in containers, beds and as a houseplant.12; S: 12

    Senecio vitalisBlue Chalk Fingers is aqua-blue with very slender leaves. Oneof the slower growing Senecios with a nice powdery blue/greenappearance.

    18; S: 12

    Agave Blue GlowA magnificent succulent hybrid with red-tinged leaves. Therosettes of smooth foliage have a distinctly blue tint. Easy to grow,plant alone or in combination.

    2; S: 18

    Bromeliaceae archmea fasciataTall and urn-shaped with spiny edged leaves. They are usuallyepiphytic (a plant that grows on another plant). Often have

    variegated, banded or mottled foliage. The inflorescence is shortlived but very colorful.

    18-24; S: 18

    Schlumbergera bridgesiiA beautiful holiday plant, blooms at Christmas time if cared properly. A month prior to Christmas the tips of the leaves bto grow, growing darker each day until a bud forms. The buopen to a beautiful flower that will add color and warmth toholiday season.

    H: 12; S: 12

    Crassula coccineaAlso called Red Crassula. This succulent has brilliant redblossoms and is found hangin from the cliffs in the mountaiof the Cape Peninsula. Grow in sandy soil with good drainaWater every 2 weeks, feed every second or third watering.

    H: 12; S: 12

    Escobaria dasyacanthaEscobaria cactus is also called the Cob Cactus or Big Bend FCactus. Native to southern New Mexico, West Texas and MeNeeds good drainage, very rot-prone. Small round cactus wwhite fuzzy spines, blooms Pink/white.

    H: 6; S: 6

    Echeveria nodulosaPainted Echeveria, a succulent with variegated green/bronzefoliage. Blooms yellow. Good houseplant, native to centralMexico.

    H: 1-2; S: 2-3

    LUE

    LUE CHALK FINGERS

    LUE GLOW

    ROMELIAD

    CHRISTMAS CACTUS

    COB CACTUS

    ECHEVERIA

    LIND PRICKLYPEAROpuntia rufida

    A very large genus of cacti, varying in size from 2 inch tallminiature plants to 100 foot tall trees. Opuntias have normalspines, and they also have thin, barely visible, barbed spines calledglochids. These can get stuck in your skin and be very irritating.Opuntias often have large, colorful flowers. The fruit is also largeand generally edible.

    Copiapoa ahremephianafound in Chilean deserts. A genus of globular plants, some which may develop a cylindrical stem and form clusters withThe yellow or reddish bell-shaped flower arises from the wo

    structure at the top. Needs full sun or dappled light. Keep dthe winter. Not tolerant of high air humidity.

    COPIAPOA

    Discocatus aurespinusA genus of tropical cactus named from the ancient Greek dibecause of its disc shape. Found in southern Brazil, easternBolivia and northern Paraguay. These species are in the riskof extinction in the wild. The plants have a slightly flattenedspherical shape and bear sharp spines. Flowers are pink or r

    DISCOCACTUS

    April has put a spirit of youth in everything!

    -William Shakespeare

    To sit in the shade on a ne day and look upon th

    verdant green hills is the most perfect refreshment

    -Jane Aust

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    HUMMINGBIRDS

    Graptopetalum panaquayenseA silvery-blue succulent with rosettes that cover the bluish stemsand accasionally will develop white blooms. Originated in Mexico,is very delicate to the touch. An exotic houseplant that hasdelicate leaves that drop when touched. Easy to propogate.

    H: 12; S: 12Crassula ovata

    Crassula is a large genus of succulent plants, includ

    Jade Plant. Native to the Eastern Cap of South Afrilong-lived houseplant. We carry three additional v

    * Baby Jade- miniature version* Large Jade- large rubbery leaves* Variegated Jade- variegated rubbery le

    H: 1-3; S: 1-3

    GHOST PLANT

    JADE

    Haworthia fasciataA small plant with dark green spikes (similar to aloe plants) withnarrow white crested stripes on the reverse. At the end of theleaf, is a spine. Often confused with Aloe aristata because of theirsimilar appearance.

    HAWORTHIA

    Sedeveria HummeliiExotic sedum with rounded light green leaves that rosettes. Yellow bloom, lovely houseplant.

    H: 6; S: 6

    HUMMELII

    Haworthia muticaThe name mutica is suggested by the leaf tips which are rounded(meaning without a point). This variety has a bluish-browncoloration and has purplish-veined flowers as opposed to green insimilar species. Found in the southern most part of Africa.

    Haworthia nigraThis is a favorite dwarf form that is very slow growing with oddsculptured black leaves. When successfully grown it can be a verynice form similar to the overlapping roofs of an oriental pagoda.Found predominantly from the Karoo desert in the EasternCap of South Africa. It grows very well hidden under bushes orsometimes in the full sun among stones.

    Haworthia retusaAlso called Star Cactus, is a native of the Cape Province of SouthAfrica. It is a rosette forming plant with stubby, deltoid pale greenleaves up to 2 inches long. The terminal area is translucent withpale lines.

    Haworthia reinwardtiiOne of the 160 species native to South Africa, the dark leaves withwhite tubercles will reach 6 inches tall. Blooms tiny white flowersin the spring, not particularly showy. Needs full sun to light shade,warm temperatures, and a well-drained soil mix. Allow soil to dryin between watering. Clay pots are best.

    SempervivumHardy succulents found in mountainous regions of central andsouthern Europe and Mediterranean Islands. Produce star-shaped flowers, typically in pink or red (a few are yellow). Most

    Sempervivums are quite frost resistant and very easy to growoutside in rock gardens, planters, and troughs. Prefer full sun andwell-drained soil.

    H: 6-8; S: 12

    HEN AND CHICKS

    Aeonium KiwiThis succulent forms rosettes of fleshy, spoon-shapare brilliantly colored. The edges of the leaves are rMorocco Africa. Yellow flowers bloom in the summ

    H: 2-3; S: 1-2

    KIWI

    JET BEADSSedeveria Jet Beads

    A distinctive hybrid of sedum and Echeveria with dtinted green foliage. Pointy tipped leaves are arranstems like a string of beads and take on a near blackweather. Yellow flowers in summer months. Irrigato very little.

    H: 4; S: 4

    TrailingSenecio jacobsenii pendulus

    Only one species in this category. A plant that is siJade plant but has a trailing habit. Beautiful orangelong-lived houseplant.

    H: 1; S: 1

    MEXICAN FENCEPOSTPachycereus marginatus

    Cultivated all over Mexico. Columnar and may grofeet tall or more with 5 to 7 ribs. Little water is neeestablished.

    Kalanchoe tomentosaA native plant of Madagascar, it is a beautiful succuwhite felt-like hairs covering the entire leaf. Leaf tinotches that are marked brown. With great age the

    about 18 inches tall.

    H: 18; S: 18

    PANDA BEAR PLANT

    Crassula obvata HobbitCrassula is a large genus of succulent plants, including the popularJade Plant. This variety Hobbit is a miniature version. Native tothe Eastern Cap of South Africa.

    H: 1; S: 1

    HOBBIT Echinopsis chamaecereusA much branched succulent, up to 4 inches tall. A Argentina. Produces small joints in quantities (pearoot easily when they touch the ground.

    H: 4-6; S: 4-6

    PEANUT CACTUS

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    Aeonium haworthii PinwheelA native plant of the Canary Islands. The most commonly grownAeoniums. In nature they reach 2 feet in height, but in containersthey only reach 1 foot. Creamy-yellow flowers 4-5 inches long.

    1; S: 1

    Ananas comosusNative to Paraguay and the southern part of Brazil. A bromeliad.Sword-like leaves.

    2; S: 2

    MiniatureCrassula tetragona

    A native plant to South Africa with upright leaves with a tree-likehabit. Used in dish gardens for their pine-like appearance, slowgrowing. Bloom in spring, very small white blooms.

    2; S: 2

    rincessCrassula muscosa

    A native plant to South Africa with the appearance of underseacorral. Small yellowish-green flowers appear along with the leavestight along the stems in spring to mid-summer.

    6-12; S: 6-12

    Crassula pellucidaA native plant to the Eastern Cap of South Africa. Provide morewater in the spring when the plant is growing. A lovely shapedleaf is the highlight of this delightful Crassula. Rounded with a

    pointed tip, edged in reddish purple. Starry flowers add to itselegance.

    4; S: 4

    INWHEEL

    INEAPPLE PLANT

    INE

    URPLE

    Coppertone

    Sedum nussbaumerianumA native plant to Mexico, this is a subshrub with striking colfoliage. Smooth succulent leaves are vivid orange-tan if growin the sun. Works well in hanging baskets. Lightly fragrant white flowers appear from January to April. Tender but willhandle a couple of light frosts.

    H: 1; S: 1

    Kalanchoe pumilaA native plant to Madagascar, a lovely trailing succulent planattractive silvery foliage. Silvery-pink flowers appear in midwinter which makes it a lovely indoor house plant.

    H: 1; S: 1

    Red Carpet LargeCrassula nadicans Large Red Carpet Stonecrop

    A native plant to the Eastern Cap of South Africa. Large leasucculent with reddish margins.

    H: 1; S: 1

    Red Carpet SmallCrassula nadicans Small Red Carpet Stonecrop

    A native plant to the Eastern Cap of South Africa. A small lesucculent with reddish margins.

    H: 1; S: 1

    SILVER GRAY

    Portulacaria afra Red StemA native plant to Africa, commonly called Porkbush or ElephantsFood, is a popular succulent plant in use around the work and isoften used for bonsai. Thicket vegetation in semi-arid landscapes

    4; S: 4

    RED STEM

    Echeveria gibbiflora Pearl Von NumebergA native plant of Mexico, this beautiful rosette forming succulenthas interesting colored leaves that are a pale grayish brown withpink highlights and have a white powdery dusting. Noted forits tolerant to a wide range of conditions, most attractive whenyounger so it benefits from being deheaded and rerooted every3-4 years.

    1; S: 1

    EARL VON NUMEBERG

    Echeveria runyoniiA very striking succulent with the original species being natMexico. It is a mutation of the original form found in CalifoPlants form clumps and freely produce off sets. The grey-grleaves are found in rosettes that are 3 inches long. They are fast growers. Blooms in the fall with tall arching racemes ofreddish orange flowers.

    H: 6-12; S: 8-12

    TOPSY TURVEY

    Blue-green SedumSedum clavatum

    A native plant to Mexico, has elegant powdery blue-green leaat the end of trailing stems. Excellent variety for hanging baAttractive clusters of large white flowers.

    H: 1; S: 1

    SEDUM STONECROP

    Euphorbia trigonaEuphorbia is one of the most diverse genera in the plant kingwith over 2000 species. The majority of euphorbias are foun

    tropical regions in Africa and the Americas. The most widelcultivated euphorbia is the poinsettia. Most Euphorbias aresucculents. A key difference between cacti and euphorbias ispresence of leaves. Euphorbias are drought resistant like othesucculent plants. Some flower while others are grown for thefoliage.

    H: 6-8; S: 24-36

    TRIGONA RED

    Love comforteth like sunshine after rain

    -William Shakespeare

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