Adiantum aleuticum ( Northern Maidenhair Fern )

Sometimes referred to as Adiantum pedatum subspecies aleuticum, 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. Fronds often emerge tinged with pink and darken with […]

Adiantum aethiopicum ( Upside Down 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. Shiny black stipes and fronds up to 15 inches long. […]

Adiantum aethiopicum ( Common Maidenhair )

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. Black polished stipes, fronds 8 to 20 inches and cresting. […]

Adenium ( Adenium )

This genus is technically made up of one species, but many argue that there are at least 5 separate species. This perennial succulent has swollen base resembling an elephant’s foot that narrows into a slender trunk. Irregular branching yeilds glossy […]

Ada aurantiaca ( Ada Orchid )

An evergreen, epiphytic orchid, with 2 dark green, narrow leaves, 4 to 12 inches long. In spring, produces arching racemes of bright orange, bell-shaped flowers, 1 inch long. Use the smallest possible container, with epiphytic orchid potting soil, or grow […]

Actinidia polygama ( Silver Vine )

Actinidia polygama is a deciduous climbing vine reaching up to 15 feet in maturity. It gets its name from its long, dark green 6-inch leaves with silver tips. A very popular vine, primarily grown for the kiwi fruits, but also […]