These 9 lesser-known shade plants plants are super hardy, need little care, and have undeniable interest. Find great plants for shade, here.
30 spores of Groundcedar, a close relative of Ground Pine this is a shade loving plant. This is a very unusual looking Spreading Moss plant that forms the sweetest looking mat of this ferny foliage. The spores offered come from plants just like the one pictured. You can start these for your own little patch out in a shady area or keep them inside for a nice terrarium plant. They make a curious addition to indoor gardens, which makes for a nice conversation piece. The top growth is about 6-12 inches tall above the soil line. Plus whether you keep them inside of out, you will have to comfort of knowing that you have a rare and unusual plant. Detailed spore/seed starting instructions included. Spores are the equivalent of seeds for ferns. Easy to start, just fill a shallow tray with fresh potting mix, and moisten thoroughly and firm to a even/level ground. Then gently spread the spores evenly on top and mist them. With that done just cover the tray with glass or clear plastic and set in a warm place. Check periodically to make sure they are still moist. In a month or so you too will have itty bitty baby plants These little beauties will certainly brighten up any shady garden spot. Please make sure that you have read the listing carefully before you purchase the item. Detailed plant care and or seed starting instructions will be included with purchase of seeds or plants. The shipping costs reflect the cost of the care instructions sheets, added packaging and or additives to preserve item quality during shipping, USPS shipping & Delivery fees, PayPal, shipping and other handling fees associated with your purchase. International Customers please note: The Shipping option price of $3.50 is for USPS First Class International Shipping; which is the low cost option. The list says Priority international because the low cost option is not listed as of the shipping choices. I am adding the low cost option manually. You do have the option to upgrade the shipping to International First Class Package with Tracking. However that does significantly increase the shipping fee. Please check the listing to see the fees for your specific country. Price ranges from $14-$20 as that is what US Postal Service charges for the Tracking service, as well as any additional size and or weight of the package. Due to new packaging requirements for imported mail & packages to Germany, I will no longer be shipping to Germany. All orders placed from here on out will be cancelled and refunded. Sorry for the inconvenience but the packaging requirements and penalties shipping to Germany have become too stringent. Thanks for looking and have a wonderful day.
Carolyn’s Shade Gardens is a retail nursery located in Bryn Mawr, PA, specializing in showy, colorful, and unusual plants for shade. The only plants that we ship are snowdrops and miniature hostas…
Shade plants and flowers bring beautiful blooms to areas of your property that receive little light. These gorgeous plants don't need a ton of sun to flourish...
Have you ever looked at a shady corner of your yard and wondered, "Can anything really grow there?" Well, the answer is a resounding YES! Shady spaces hold a unique charm, offering cool respite from the summer sun and a sense of serenity that's hard to find in sun-drenched spots.
Use this tough plants for dry shade guide to find the best plants for dry shade. These drought-tolerant perennials, ground covers, and shrubs are the plants that tolerate dry shade.
Carolyn’s Shade Gardens is a retail nursery located in Bryn Mawr, PA, specializing in showy, colorful, and unusual plants for shade. The only plants that we ship are snowdrops and miniature hostas…
Please find for sale 50+ Purple Barberry seeds (Berberis Thunbergii Atropurpurea). The small rounded leaves are deep reddish-purple leaves through the spring and summer becoming deep red in autumn. Small red-tinged pale yellow flowers appear in Spring and are followed by glossy red berries. Purple Barberry is a great hedging option - compact shape and spines keeps intruders out and pets in! ALL ORDERS RECEIVED BEFORE 8PM WILL BR DISPATCHED SAME DAY SAVE PACKAGING MATERIALS - SEE OTHER INTERESTING & UNUSUAL SEEDS & PLANTS IN MY SHOP INSTRUCTIONS - TO SAVE PAPER I NO LONGER SEND OUT WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS TO CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTIONS ARE BELOW SO PLEASE BOOKMARK THIS PAGE. FEEL FREE TO MESSAGE ME WITH ANY GROWING QUESTIONS. Germination Guide Privet seeds require cold stratification for maximum germination rates. Stratification is a process of simulating natural conditions that the seeds must experience before germination can occur (if a seed germinates in the middle of winter it will die). In the wild, seed dormancy is usually overcome by the seed spending time in the ground through a winter period and having its hard seed coat softened up by frost and weathering action. This cold, moist period triggers the seed's embryo; its growth and subsequent expansion eventually break through the softened seed coat in its search for sun and nutrients. Get a handful or two of vermiculite, perlite or sterile compost Add a little water to the mix. Should be moist but not wet Place in small ziplock bag Place bag at bottom of the fridge or in cold shed/outbuilding (winter) for 8 weeks Check bag occasionally - remove and pot up any seeds that have germinated After the stratification process Spread bag contents on a tray of moist compost. Cover very lightly with compost or vermiculite Keep in a warm place 15-25c Seedlings should appear after circa 25 days Keep moist - best to place seed tray inside a waterproof container and water from the bottom Pot on as required Alternative, you can do it the natural way - sow the seeds in pots outdoors in autumn, cover with mesh to keep off birds etc then the seedlings should appear in mid spring
Carolyn’s Shade Gardens is a retail nursery located in Bryn Mawr, PA, specializing in showy, colorful, and unusual plants for shade. The only plants that we ship are snowdrops within the US. For …
Cacti become thin and sickly. But there are a few succulents that can do well in shade. And some — such as most members of the Sansevieria family — even prefer it. Pictured are a few of our favorite “shady characters” — succulent beauties that can thrive with minimal sun or in full or partial shade.
Coleus is a versatile shrub, that grows well in shady areas/ Some varieties that can grow quite well in sunny spaces. Growing coleus in your garden can provide that additional "pop" of color that you may be missing. In this article, certified master gardener and coleus enthusiast Laura Elsner teaches you how to plant, grow, and care for coleus!
Shade plants and flowers bring beautiful blooms to areas of your property that receive little light. These gorgeous plants don't need a ton of sun to flourish...
Most of the time we talk about plants that you can grow and eat... But what about plants that grow by eating animals and insects? Enter carnivorous
Explore the world of pink daffodils with our Blushing Daffodil Collection. This curated mix of flowers blooms from mid to late spring, and expertly blends some of the finest pinks and unusual forms available. Pink varieties remain more intensely colored when planted in partial shade. Collection of 32.
One of the most unusual flowers to grow is what is commonly known as Queen Ann Tears or Queen's Tears. READ the article to learn to grow.
Sansevieria Moonshine is a beautiful plant with rubbery tall leaves and a rather unusual coloring. While most snake plants sport various shades of dark green, the Moonshine is a unique shade of mint green with silver hues. This snake plant is perfect for those looking for something low-maintenance, eye-catching, and unique. The ideal care for the Moonshine Snakeplant is like that of your typical Sansevieria, which does not entail too much work. Because Snake Plants originate from the dry desert environment of West Africa, they are often exposed to full sun and are extremely drought tolerant. When placed in well-draining soil and watered once monthly, this family of plants is unlikely to suffer from root rot. However, due to their frequently dry soil, snake plants are a bit more susceptible to spider mites and require periodic cleaning of the foliage. Snake plants are perfect for first-time plant parents because of their ability to survive in a wide variety of environments. While their preferred light conditions are bright indirect light, these hardy houseplants will tolerate just about any light range, including fluorescent lighting, full sun, and dark corners. In addition to their easy plant care regimen, snake plants are great air purifiers and can be easily propagated!
Ming aralia's unusual form and feathery texture make it a stunner in a South Florida shade garden. Read all about it!
Bugleweed is a groundcover that can planted in full sun or partial shade. Its colorful foliage and unusual flowers add color to a semi-shady corner of your yard.
Add color to your shaded garden from early spring to fall with these beautiful perennial flowers for shade.
Blooms come and go, but foliage can last all season. Grow these eye-catching, interesting plants with variegated foliage. They’ll light up your garden!
bee balm, spotted, 50 seeds, RARE PERENNIAL! blue flower. SPOTTED BEE BALM (MONARDA PUNCTATA) WINNER GETS APPX. SEEDS!!! Perennial Grows 2-4 ft tall Sun or shade Hardy zones 4-9 Monarda Punctata or spotted beebalm is an amazing and hard to find perennial that is easy and fun to grow. Unusual flowers with spots attract bees and butterflies. Has an extra long blooming season. Will blooms first year from seed which is not the case for all perennials. Lightly cover seeds in shade or sun. Plant in spring after danger of frost or in summer. Space 3-6" apart.
Caladiums' heart-shaped, colorful leaves will light up your shade garden and containers. Here is our guide to growing and caring for caladiums in the South.
This rhizomatous perennial has erect or creeping stems and silvery leaves.
American spikenard (Aralia racemosa) produces flavorful edible berries and roots used in traditional medicine. Here's what to know about identifying and foraging American spikenard. #foraging
Step off the beaten path with these unusual tall shade-loving perennials — experts love them!
Is there anything lovelier than a shade garden on a warm day? It's hard to beat!
Plants that eat rats, slimy alien-looking fungi, leaves that dance all by themselves and flowers that smell like the rotting corpse of a horse.
Discover the best plants that don’t need sun for indoor planting and for your yards. Our guide shows you the top perennials and other drought tolerant plants for low lights and shades. Find the best flower plants for low sunlight and water. #lowsunlight #plants #lowlightplants
One of the first sun-loving plants I learned to crave when I became a gardener was clematis. As many of my readers know by now, however, very little of my garden gets full sun (in fact, none of it …
Late spring can leave the garden looking comparatively dull after the early explosion of color that follows winter, but not if you have alliums to bridge the gap between spring and summer. Allium unifolium 'Eros', named after the Greek god of love, and sporting rounded heads of lilac-pink blooms, are sure to give your flower display a romantic touch. Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil and remember that you don’t need to lift the dormant bulbs. A busy life and a beautiful flower garden don’t have to be mutually exclusive when you choose the right flower bulbs, and Allium 'Eros' is a sure-fire winner!
