Acer palmatum 'Shindeshojo' #1Acer palmatum 'Shindeshojo' is one of the showiest in not the showiest of Japanese Maples available. The spring color is otherworldly; disease resistant, intensely dark fuchsia pink foliage gives way to green leaves as summer settles in. Drought tolerant once established. Recommended for both in ground or container planting. Bloom: Small, not showy *it's all about the spring foliage! Light: full sun to part shade Soil: well drained, regular garden

Spacing: 6 - 8"

Miltoniopsis are cool-growing orchids that originate in higher elevations

It can get up to 10'h and taller at maturity with even longer fronds

These lovely plants can have a range of habits from upright to mounding

Habit: prostrate

Pretty wild but does not demand too much care

Watering: dry to 1" in to dry to the touch

Blooms - Summer

Soil: potting mix or sphagnum

also called "Ruby Rubber Tree" or "Ruby Rubber Fig"

'Garnet' is a truly regal color combination of brown-red leaves formed around a slightly green center

also called "Sea Hibiscus"