The pinnules are the most obvious point of reference. Segments are deeply cut into finger-like lobes that twist on the pinnules and can make this plant appear untidy. The fronds are erect, open and well-spaced and the stipes are dark […]
Adiantum aleuticum var. subpumilum ( Dwarf Maidenhair Fern )
A dwarf variety, it reaches only 6 inches tall and about 12 inches across. This deciduous or semi-evergreen fern has kidney-shaped to broad and ovate leaves. Fronds often emerge tinged with pink and darken with age reaching 4 to 5 […]
Adiantum aleuticum ( Japanese Maidenhair Fern )
New fronds emerge in golden red, maturing to green. This deciduous or semi-evergreen fern has kidney-shaped to broad and ovate leaves, gracefully attached to black-stalked fronds which grow to 30 inches tall. Best suited to temperatures above 45 degrees Fahrenheit, […]
Adiantum aethiopicum ( Fox Tail Maidenhair Fern )
This plant grows best in semi-shade but will grow in sun with adequate moisture. It’s found near rocks, water and open forests. Fronds are either arched or erect, and triangular. Dark brown to black stipe and toothed pinnules.
Adenium obesum ( Desert Rose )
A succulent houseplant with thick stems and leathery leaves. It is related to, and usually grafted onto an oleander plant. Flowers are white with reddish pink rims. Often blooms twice in a year. Feed cactus food every 3 weeks from […]
Adansonia ( Adansonia )
Deciduous tree with urn-shaped trunks up to 35 feet across. Bears large, creamy white flowers followed by spherical, fleshy, edible, pale brown fruit. Grow in sandy, well-drained, moderately fertile soil, in full sun.
Actinokentia ( Radiating Palm )
These single trunk, feather-fronded palms has a few fronds at the top and a crownshaft of vivid green. The inflorescence is subfoliar to the crownshaft and produces male and female unisex flowers. Seeds germinate easily but need serpentinic soils and […]
Actinidia kolomikta ( Variegated Kiwi Vine )
Actinidia kolomikta has become a very popular vine, primarily grown for the kiwi fruits. However, it also boasts attractive variegated foliage. Leaves reach up to 6 inches long and are born with a purple tinge, becoming dark green and variegated […]
Actinidia deliciosa ( Kiwi Fruit )
Actinidia deliciosa, somtimes referred to as Actinidia chinensis of gardens, has become a very popular vine, primarily grown for the kiwi fruits. However it also boasts attractive foliage and fragrant creamy white 1 1/2-inch flowers in summer. Foliage is born […]
Actinidia chinensis ( Chinese Gooseberry )
Actinidia chinensis, also known as Actinidia deliciosa or Acininidia chinensis of gardens, has become a very popular vine, primarily grown for the kiwi fruits. However it also boasts attractive foliage and fragrant white 1 1/2-inch flowers. The fruit can reach […]
