Epiphytic orchid with upright leaves, 3 to 5 inches long, and no pseudobulb. The unusual flowers are reddish, with yellow tinges, and appear on short racemes in summer. Should be grown with epiphytic orchid potting mix (using fine-grade bark) in […]

Epiphytic orchid with 8 inch long, upright leaves, and no pseudobulb. In summer, the unusual flowers (3.5 inches across) appear singly. Should be grown with epiphytic orchid potting mix (using fine-grade bark) in small containers. Requires shade in summer, and […]

Epiphytic orchid with upright leaves, 4 to 6 inches long, and no pseudobulb. A succession of the 3 inch across flowers appear in winter, on racemes. Should be grown with epiphytic orchid potting mix (using fine-grade bark) in small containers. […]

A clump-forming perennial with patterned leaves that fold up at night. Traditionally thought of as a house plant, but can be grown outside in warm, frost-free areas. Prefers rich, well drained soil and shady to filtered, indirect light. Provide high […]

A clump-forming perennial with velvety leaves. Traditionally thought of as a house plant, but can be grown outside in warm, frost-free areas. Prefers rich, well drained soil and shady to filtered, indirect light. Use a balanced liquid fertilizer once a […]

This tropical fruit can grow in mild areas where chance of frost are slime to none, but will never get as large as in truly tropical areas. The terminal, clustered flowers are yellow to red. Leaves are ovate, green to […]

A woody-stemmed climber that can be grown in a container or on a trellis. Requires partial shade, but will tolerate full sun in coastal areas. Move indoors during cold weather. Regular fertilization is recommended during the growing season. Light pruning […]

Beautiful evergreen vine with deep red, trumpet-shaped flowers. This showy plant makes a great trellis crawler or portable basket plant. Can handle the indoors. Pruning is necessary to control size and form. Young plants should be pinched for compactness. Needs […]

Colorful evergreen vine with trumpet-shaped flowers. Pink-colored buds turn bright white as they open on the vine. Excellent for training on trellises or as colorful baskets. Prefers regular fertilization. Needs average to slightly dry conditions during the growing season. Pruning […]

Spreading and hairy perennial ideal for a gravel garden or raised bed. Leaves are round, lobed, and medium green. Relaxed stems bear racemes of cup-shaped orange to red flowers throughout summer.