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Plants for clay soil

These plants tolerate heavy clay soil, which holds water and nutrients well but drains slowly.

209 plants

Flowers

Black-eyed Susan

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a vibrant perennial and annual flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. Native to…

Butterfly Bush

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

The Butterfly Bush, scientifically known as Buddleja davidii, is a deciduous shrub renowned for its fragrant and colorful floral spikes…

Coneflower

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Coneflowers, belonging to the genus Echinacea, are attractive perennial plants native to North America, known for their striking blooms…

Crabapple

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Crabapple (Malus spp.) is a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs belonging to the Rosaceae family. These plants are typically characterized…

Daffodil

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Daffodils, belonging to the genus Narcissus, are perennial flowering plants known for their trumpet-shaped blooms and vibrant yellow…

Daylily

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The Daylily (Hemerocallis) is a perennial flowering plant known for its vibrant blooms and ease of care. Native to Asia, these hardy…

Forsythia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–8

Forsythia is a genus of flowering shrubs belonging to the olive family (Oleaceae), known for its vibrant yellow blooms that herald the…

Goldenrod

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Goldenrod, scientifically known as Solidago, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native primarily to North America…

Honeysuckle

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

Honeysuckle refers to various species within the genus Lonicera, known for their fragrant flowers, attractive foliage, and often rapid…

Hosta

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Hostas are versatile perennial plants widely favored in gardens for their lush foliage and shade tolerance. Native to Asia, particularly…

Hydrangea

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Hydrangeas are popular flowering shrubs known for their large, vibrant blooms and lush foliage. Belonging to the genus Hydrangea, these…

Jasmine

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–10

Jasmine refers to a genus of flowering plants in the Oleaceae family, predominantly native to tropical and subtropical regions. There are…

Lilac

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–7

Lilac (Syringa) is a genus of flowering plants in the olive family, Oleaceae, known for its fragrant blooms and attractive foliage. These…

Lotus

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 4–10

The Lotus plant, belonging to the genus Nymphaea, is an aquatic perennial renowned for its stunning flowers and unique adaptations to a…

Milkweed

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Milkweed is a perennial plant belonging to the genus Asclepias, known for its importance in ecosystems, particularly as the primary host…

Peony

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Peonies are perennial flowering plants belonging to the genus Paeonia, known for their large, lush flowers and aromatic fragrance. They…

Pickerelweed

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–10

Pickerelweed (Pontederia cordata) is a perennial aquatic plant native to North America, commonly found in freshwater environments such as…

Queen Anne’s Lace

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 3–9

Queen Anne's Lace, scientifically known as Daucus carota, is a biennial flowering plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. It is often…

Redbud

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

The Redbud, belonging to the Cercis genus, is a deciduous tree celebrated for its stunning spring display of pink to purple flowers…

Trumpet Vine

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

Trumpet Vine, scientifically known as Campsis radicans, is a vigorous, deciduous climbing plant native to the southeastern United States…

Water Lily

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 4–10

The Water Lily (Nymphaea) is a beautifully unique aquatic plant known for its striking flowers and floating leaves. Belonging to the…

Wisteria

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

Wisteria is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family (Fabaceae), known for its stunning cascades of fragrant, drooping flowers…

Grains

Barley

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Barley is a cereal grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years. It is characterized by its elongated, slender stalks and…

Oats

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–10

Oats are a species of cereal grain that belong to the genus Avena. They are primarily cultivated for their seeds, which are commonly used…

Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Rice is a cereal grain that is one of the most widely consumed staple foods in the world. It is typically grown in flooded fields (paddy…

Rye

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Rye is a cereal grain that is part of the wheat tribe (Triticeae). It is grown extensively as a grain for both human consumption and…

Sorghum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Sorghum, scientifically known as Sorghum bicolor, is a versatile and drought-resistant cereal grain that belongs to the grass family…

Wheat

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Wheat is a cereal grain that belongs to the grass family. The plant is cultivated worldwide and is one of the most important staple foods…

Shrubs

Abelia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 6–9

Abelia is a genus of flowering shrubs in the honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae), known for its ornamental appeal and versatility in…

Arborvitae

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Arborvitae, scientifically known as Thuja, is a genus of coniferous trees or shrubs belonging to the Cupressaceae family. Commonly…

Aucuba

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–9

Aucuba, commonly known as the Japanese laurel, is a versatile evergreen shrub renowned for its strikingly glossy, dark green leaves, which…

Barberry

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 4–8

Barberry, belonging to the Berberis genus, is a group of deciduous or evergreen shrubs native to various regions, including parts of North…

Beautyberry

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 6–9

Beautyberry (Callicarpa) is a genus of deciduous shrubs that are well-known for their striking ornamental qualities, particularly their…

Bottlebrush Buckeye

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus parviflora) is a deciduous shrub native to the southeastern United States, appreciated for its unique…

Boxwood

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–8

Boxwood, scientifically known as Buxus, is a genus of evergreen shrubs and small trees primarily valued for their dense foliage and…

Burning Bush

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

The Burning Bush, scientifically known as Euonymus alatus, is a deciduous shrub renowned for its vibrant, fiery red foliage in the fall…

Buxus

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

Buxus, commonly known as boxwood, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Buxaceae, consisting of about 70 species, primarily native…

Calycanthus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

Calycanthus, commonly known as sweetshrub or Carolina allspice, is a genus of flowering shrubs in the family Calycanthaceae. Native to the…

Caragana

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 2–7

Caragana, commonly known as Siberian peashrub or pea shrub, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the legume family (Fabaceae). Native to Asia…

Chaenomeles

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Chaenomeles, commonly known as quince or flowering quince, is a genus of deciduous shrubs belonging to the Rosaceae family. Native to East…

Choisya

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–10

Choisya, commonly known as Mexican orange blossom, is a genus of flowering shrubs belonging to the Rutaceae family. This evergreen plant…

Chokeberry

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Chokeberry, belonging to the genus Aronia, is a deciduous shrub native to North America. Known for its hardiness and resilience, the plant…

Cornus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Cornus, commonly known as dogwood, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Cornaceae. It comprises about 30 species, which include…

Cotoneaster

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Cotoneaster is a genus of flowering plants in the Rosaceae family, commonly recognized for its ornamental value and adaptability in…

Deutzia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–8

Deutzia is a genus of flowering plants in the Hydrangeaceae family, native to Asia and the Americas. Known for their beautiful, often…

Elaeagnus

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 3–9

Elaeagnus, commonly known as oleaster or silverberry, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Elaeagnaceae. This versatile genus…

Escallonia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–10

Escallonia is a versatile, evergreen shrub or small tree belonging to the Escalloniaceae family. Native to South America, particularly…

Euonymus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

Euonymus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Celastraceae, comprising about 130 species of shrubs and small trees. Native to…

Exochorda

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Exochorda, commonly known as the pearlbush, is a genus of flowering shrubs belonging to the rose family (Rosaceae). Originating primarily…

Griselinia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–10

Griselinia is a genus of evergreen shrubs and small trees belonging to the family Griseliniaceae. There are approximately five species…

Holly

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 6–9

Holly, belonging to the genus Ilex, is a popular and versatile plant known for its distinctive evergreen leaves and bright red berries…

Hypericum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

Hypericum, commonly known as St. John's Wort, is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Hypericaceae family. There are about 400…

Itea

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

Itea, commonly known as Virginia sweetspire, is a deciduous shrub native to the southeastern United States and parts of East Asia. It…

Juniper

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 3–9

Junipers belong to the genus Juniperus, which is part of the cypress family (Cupressaceae). These coniferous plants are prevalent in…

Kerria

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

Kerria, often referred to as Kerria japonica, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the rose family (Rosaceae). Native to East Asia…

Kolkwitzia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Kolkwitzia, commonly known as the beauty bush, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae). Native to China…

Ligustrum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

Ligustrum, commonly known as privet, is a genus of about 50 species of shrubs and small trees belonging to the Oleaceae family. Found…

Lindera

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–8

Lindera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Lauraceae, commonly known for its aromatic leaves and attractive berries. This genus…

Lonicera

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Lonicera, commonly known as honeysuckle, is a genus of flowering plants within the Caprifoliaceae family. This diverse genus comprises…

Mahonia

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

Mahonia, commonly referred to as Oregon grape, is a genus of evergreen shrubs belonging to the Berberidaceae family. Native to North and…

Nandina

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 6–9

Nandina, often known as heavenly bamboo, is an ornamental shrub belonging to the Berberidaceae family. Despite its common name, it is not…

Ninebark

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius) is a deciduous shrub native to North America, known for its striking foliage and distinctive bark. It…

Oleander

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–11

Oleander (Nerium oleander) is an evergreen shrub or small tree renowned for its vibrant and fragrant flowers, often found in gardens…

Osmanthus

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–10

Osmanthus is a genus of flowering plants in the Oleaceae family, widely appreciated for its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage…

Philadelphus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Philadelphus, commonly known as mock orange, is a genus of flowering shrubs belonging to the hydrangea family (Hydrangeaceae). This group…

Photinia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–9

Photinia is a versatile and ornamental plant belonging to the Rosaceae family, renowned for its vibrant foliage and attractive flowers…

Physocarpus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Physocarpus, commonly known as ninebark, is a genus of deciduous shrubs in the rose family (Rosaceae) native to North America…

Poncirus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

Poncirus, commonly known as the hardy orange or trifoliate orange, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Rutaceae family. Its scientific…

Potentilla

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 2–7

Potentilla, commonly known as cinquefoil, is a genus of flowering plants in the rose family (Rosaceae), comprising around 300 species…

Privet

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Privet refers primarily to plants in the genus Ligustrum, which are part of the Oleaceae family. These hardy, deciduous or evergreen…

Quince

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

Quince (Cydonia oblonga) is a deciduous fruit-bearing tree or shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family, which also includes apples and…

Red Twig Dogwood

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Red Twig Dogwood (Cornus sericea), also known as red osier dogwood, is a deciduous shrub native to North America, particularly commonly…

Rhamnus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Rhamnus, commonly known as buckthorn, is a genus of about 100 species of deciduous and evergreen shrubs and small trees belonging to the…

Rhodotypos

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Rhodotypos, commonly known as black jetbead or blackhorn, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Rosaceae family. Native to East Asia…

Rose of Sharon

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

The Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is a deciduous flowering shrub belonging to the Malvaceae family. Originating from East Asia, it is…

Ruscus

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–9

Ruscus is a genus of perennial flowering plants belonging to the Asparagaceae family, primarily known for its evergreen shrubby habit…

Salix

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–9

Salix, commonly known as willow, is a genus of about 300 species of deciduous trees and shrubs in the family Salicaceae. Willows are known…

Sambucus

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Sambucus, commonly known as elderberry, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Adoxaceae. It includes several species, with Sambucus…

Sarcococca

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 6–9

Sarcococca, commonly known as sweet box, is a versatile genus of evergreen shrubs belonging to the family Buxaceae. With around 11 species…

Serviceberry

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Serviceberry, belonging to the genus Amelanchier, is a versatile and attractive deciduous shrub or small tree, commonly found in North…

Smokebush

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Smokebush, scientifically known as Cotinus coggygria, is a deciduous shrub or small tree renowned for its striking foliage and unique…

Snowberry

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–7

Snowberry (Symphoricarpos albus) is a deciduous shrub native to North America, commonly found in a variety of habitats, including open…

Spirea

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Spirea is a genus of flowering shrubs in the Rosaceae family, consisting of around 80 species, primarily found in the Northern Hemisphere…

St. John's Wort

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

St. John's Wort, scientifically known as Hypericum perforatum, is a perennial herb renowned for its bright yellow flowers and medicinal…

Sumac

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 3–9

Sumac refers to a diverse genus of flowering plants known scientifically as Rhus. These plants are commonly found in temperate and…

Symphoricarpos

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Symphoricarpos, commonly known as snowberry, is a genus of flowering plants in the Caprifoliaceae family. It encompasses several species…

Tamarix

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 4–9

Tamarix, commonly known as tamarisk, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Tamaricaceae, consisting of about 75 species. These…

Taxus

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Taxus, commonly known as yew, is a genus of coniferous trees and shrubs belonging to the family Taxaceae. There are about 10 species…

Thuja

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Thuja, commonly known as arborvitae, is a genus of coniferous trees and shrubs in the Cypress family (Cupressaceae). The most popular…

Viburnum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Viburnum is a diverse genus of flowering plants belonging to the Adoxaceae family, comprising over 150 species. These shrubs and small…

Vitex

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 6–9

Vitex, commonly known as chaste tree or monk's pepper, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. This deciduous shrub or small tree can grow…

Weigela

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Weigela is a genus of deciduous shrubs in the honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae), primarily native to East Asia. Known for their…

Winterberry

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–9

Winterberry (Ilex verticillata) is a deciduous holly native to North America, particularly found in wetlands, swamps, and along stream…

Xylosma

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–11

Xylosma, commonly known as Xylosma or velvet leaf, refers to a genus of flowering plants in the family Salicaceae. The most well-known…

Yew

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

The Yew plant, scientifically known as Taxus, is a genus of coniferous trees and shrubs in the family Taxaceae. It is native to various…

Zanthoxylum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 6–9

Zanthoxylum, commonly known as the prickly ash or Sichuan pepper, is a genus of flowering plants in the Rutaceae family. There are…

Zelkova

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–8

Zelkova is a genus of deciduous trees in the elm family (Ulmaceae), native to parts of Asia and Europe. The most commonly cultivated…

Ziziphus

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 6–9

Ziziphus, commonly referred to as jujube or red date, is a genus of flowering plants in the buckthorn family (Rhamnaceae). There are about…

Trees

African Mahogany

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

African Mahogany, scientifically known as Khaya ivorensis, is a large deciduous tree native to tropical Africa, particularly found in…

Alder

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–8

Alder refers to a group of hardy, deciduous trees and shrubs belonging to the genus Alnus, part of the birch family (Betulaceae). With…

American Elm

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 2–9

The American Elm (Ulmus americana) is a deciduous tree native to North America, known for its graceful, arching branches and broad canopy…

American Hornbeam

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The American Hornbeam, scientifically known as Carpinus caroliniana, is a deciduous tree or large shrub native to the eastern United…

American Sycamore

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

The American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) is a robust deciduous tree native to Eastern and Central North America. Known for its…

Ash

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The Ash plant refers to trees belonging to the genus Fraxinus, which are part of the Oleaceae family. Commonly known for their majestic…

Aspen

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 2–7

The Aspen plant, primarily known as the quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides), is a deciduous tree native to North America. Recognized for…

Bald Cypress

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

The Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) is a remarkable deciduous conifer native to the southeastern United States, thriving in wetland…

Basswood

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Basswood, also known as Tilia, is a genus of deciduous trees commonly found in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia. Known…

Beech

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–7

Beech trees, belonging to the Fagaceae family, are deciduous hardwood trees classified under the genus Fagus. Commonly found in temperate…

Birch

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–7

Birch trees, belonging to the genus Betula, are deciduous trees and shrubs renowned for their distinctive bark, delicate leaves, and…

Black Ash

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–6

Black Ash, scientifically known as Fraxinus nigra, is a deciduous tree native to the northeastern United States and parts of Canada. It…

Black Cherry

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Black Cherry (Prunus serotina) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly found in eastern and central regions. It…

Black Cottonwood

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–9

The Black Cottonwood (Populus trichocarpa) is a large deciduous tree native to the western regions of North America, particularly along…

Black Locust

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 3–8

Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, though it has been widely planted across…

Blue Ash

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–7

The Blue Ash (Fraxinus quadrangulata) is a deciduous tree native to the central United States, particularly thriving in areas such as the…

Blue Beech

  • Part shade
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The Blue Beech, scientifically known as Carpinus caroliniana, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It is commonly referred…

Blue Gum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The Blue Gum, scientifically known as Eucalyptus globulus, is a tall, evergreen tree native to Australia and Tasmania. It can reach…

Bur Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

The Bur Oak (Quercus macrocarpa) is a majestic and hardy tree native to North America, particularly thriving in the central and eastern…

Catalpa

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

The Catalpa plant, commonly referred to as catalpa or cigar tree, is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs belonging to the Bignoniaceae…

Chestnut-leaved Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 6–8

The Chestnut-leaved Oak, scientifically known as Quercus prinoides, is a deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States…

Chinkapin Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–7

The Chinkapin Oak, scientifically known as Quercus muehlenbergii, is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the…

Chokecherry

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 2–7

Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to North America, known for its adaptability and resilience in…

Cork Arborvitae

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Cork Arborvitae, scientifically known as Thuja occidentalis 'Corthzita', is a compact, evergreen conifer that belongs to the cypress…

Cork Juniper

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 6–9

Cork Juniper, scientifically known as Juniperus oxycedrus, is a hardy evergreen conifer native to the Mediterranean region. Renowned for…

Corkwood

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 6–9

Corkwood, known scientifically as Duboisia, encompasses several species native to Australia, renowned for their unique bark and medicinal…

Eastern Cottonwood

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–9

The Eastern Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America, commonly found in the eastern and…

Elm

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The Elm plant refers to a genus of deciduous trees and shrubs known as Ulmus. These trees are primarily found in temperate and subtropical…

European Beech

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–7

The European Beech, scientifically known as Fagus sylvatica, is a deciduous tree native to Europe, renowned for its majestic height and…

European Hornbeam

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

The European Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Western Asia. It typically reaches heights of…

Ginkgo

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

The Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the ginkgo or maidenhair tree, is a unique and ancient tree species that dates back over 200 million…

Ginkgo Biloba

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as the Ginkgo or maidenhair tree, is one of the oldest living tree species, dating back over 200 million…

Green Ash

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The Green Ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly thriving in the eastern and central…

Holm Oak

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 7–10

The Holm Oak, scientifically known as Quercus ilex, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its…

Honduran Mahogany

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Honduran Mahogany, scientifically known as Swietenia macrophylla, is a tropical hardwood tree native to Central America, particularly…

Honey Locust

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

The Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the central and eastern regions…

Hophornbeam

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Hophornbeam, scientifically known as Ostrya virginiana, is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly common in the eastern…

Hornbeam

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Hornbeam refers to trees and shrubs belonging to the genus Carpinus, which is part of the birch family (Betulaceae). These deciduous trees…

Horse Chestnut

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

The Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a large deciduous tree native to the Balkan Peninsula but widely planted across Europe and…

Ironwood

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Ironwood, commonly known as Hop-hornbeam or Ostrya virginiana, is a deciduous tree native to North America. It typically grows to heights…

Kentucky Coffeetree

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

The Kentucky Coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioicus) is a deciduous tree native to the central and eastern United States, particularly…

Laurel Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–9

Laurel oak (Quercus laurifolia) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically reaches heights…

Littleleaf Linden

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–7

The Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is known for its elegant…

Live Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–10

The Live Oak (Quercus virginiana) is a large, evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States, celebrated for its majestic size…

Locust

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–8

The locust plant, commonly known as the locust tree, primarily refers to species within the genera Robinia and Gleditsia, particularly the…

London Plane

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

The London Plane tree (Platanus × acerifolia), a hybrid between the American sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) and the Oriental plane…

Mulberry

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

The mulberry plant, belonging to the genus Morus, is a deciduous tree or shrub known for its sweet, edible fruits and wide-ranging…

Northern Catalpa

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

The Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States. It belongs to the Bignoniaceae family and…

Norway Maple

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–7

The Norway Maple (Acer platanoides) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and western Asia. It is widely appreciated for its dense crown…

Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The oak, belonging to the genus Quercus, is a prominent tree species found in various regions around the world, particularly in the…

Overcup Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

The Overcup Oak (Quercus lyrata) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern and southern United States. Recognizable by its distinctive…

Pin Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

The Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States, particularly thriving in wetlands and along…

Poplar

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–9

Poplar is a common name for trees in the genus Populus, which includes various species native to the Northern Hemisphere. These deciduous…

Post Oak

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 5–9

The Post Oak (Quercus stellata) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States, particularly…

Quaking Aspen

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 2–7

The Quaking Aspen, scientifically known as Populus tremuloides, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Recognized for its striking…

Red Maple

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in Eastern and Central United States, as well as…

Red Mulberry

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

The Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, primarily found in the eastern United States and parts of…

Red Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

The Red Oak (Quercus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly prevalent in the eastern and central United States…

River Birch

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 4–9

The River Birch (Betula nigra) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern United States, particularly thriving in wet, lowland areas and…

River Red Gum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) is a large tree native to Australia, renowned for its striking appearance and ecological…

Shagbark Hickory

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

The Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly prevalent in the eastern United States and…

Shumard Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

The Shumard Oak (Quercus shumardii) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically reaches…

Silver Maple

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America's eastern and central regions. It typically…

Slippery Elm

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly found in the eastern and central regions. It…

Southern Catalpa

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

Southern Catalpa (Catalpa bignonioides) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. Known for its striking appearance…

Southern Magnolia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–9

The Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) is a robust, evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States. Known for its stunning…

Star Magnolia

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

Star Magnolia (Magnolia stellata) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to Japan. Known for its stunning spring blooms, it typically…

Swamp Chestnut Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

The Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus michauxii) is a large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, primarily found in wet…

Sycamore

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–8

The Sycamore, specifically the American Sycamore or Platanus occidentalis, is a large deciduous tree known for its distinctive appearance…

Sycamore Maple

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–7

The Sycamore Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus), also known as the European Sycamore, is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Western…

Tasmanian Blue Gum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–10

The Tasmanian Blue Gum (Eucalyptus globulus) is a tall evergreen tree native to Tasmania and parts of southeastern Australia. Known for…

Trembling Aspen

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 2–7

The Trembling Aspen, scientifically known as Populus tremuloides, is a deciduous tree native to North America. Identifiable by its unique…

Water Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 6–9

The Water Oak (Quercus nigra) is a medium-sized, deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows to heights of…

White Mulberry

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 4–9

The White Mulberry (Morus alba) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, particularly China, but has been widely introduced throughout the…

White Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The White Oak (Quercus alba) is a deciduous tree native to North America, particularly widespread in the eastern United States. It is…

Willow

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 3–9

The willow plant, belonging to the genus Salix, comprises a diverse group of trees and shrubs found primarily in the Northern Hemisphere…

Willow Oak

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 5–9

The Willow Oak, scientifically known as Quercus phellos, is a deciduous tree belonging to the beech family (Fagaceae). This native North…

Windmill Palm

  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 7–10

The Windmill Palm, scientifically known as Trachycarpus fortunei, is a hardy and attractive palm native to China and the surrounding…

Vegetables

Arborio Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Arborio rice is a short-grain rice variety primarily cultivated in the Po Valley region of Italy. Renowned for its culinary use in making…

Basmati Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Basmati rice is a long-grain variety of rice, primarily grown in the Indian subcontinent, notably in India and Pakistan, particularly in…

Bay Leaf

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 8–10

The Bay Leaf plant, scientifically known as Laurus nobilis, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region. It…

Bhutanese Red Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Bhutanese Red Rice, known as "red rice" from the Himalayan region, is a traditional variety predominantly cultivated in Bhutan. It is…

Black Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Black rice, often referred to as "forbidden rice," is a variety of whole grain rice belonging to the Oryza sativa species. It is…

Brown Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Brown rice is the whole grain version of rice, specifically the unprocessed seed of the Oryza sativa plant. Unlike white rice, which has…

Camargue Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Camargue Rice, a unique and aromatic variety of rice, is cultivated primarily in the Camargue region of southern France, an area renowned…

Dandelion Greens

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–10

Dandelion greens, scientifically known as Taraxacum officinale, are the leafy, edible parts of the dandelion plant, which is often…

Fava Bean

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

The Fava bean, also known as broad bean (Vicia faba), is a hardy annual legume cultivated for its edible seeds and young pods. This plant…

Forbidden Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Forbidden Rice, also known as black rice or emperors rice, is a variety of rice that falls under the species Oryza sativa. Historically…

Glutinous Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Glutinous rice, also known as sticky rice or sweet rice (Oryza sativa var. glutinosa), is a variety of rice notable for its high…

Green Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Green rice, commonly referred to as Oryza sativa, is a cereal grain cultivated extensively in various regions around the world…

Indica Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Indica rice is one of the two primary subspecies of cultivated rice, the other being Japonica. It is scientifically classified as Oryza…

Jack Bean

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 11–12

The Jack Bean (Canavalia ensiformis) is a perennial legume native to Central and South America, though it has spread to tropical regions…

Japonica Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Japonica rice (Oryza sativa var. japonica) is a subspecies of the Asian rice plant, widely cultivated in East Asia, Southeast Asia, and…

Jasmine Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Jasmine rice is a fragrant, long-grain variety of rice that is primarily cultivated in Thailand and other parts of Southeast Asia. This…

Jerusalem Artichoke

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

The Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus), also known as sunchoke, is a tuberous root vegetable belonging to the sunflower family…

Kalijira Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Kalijira rice, also known as "Kali Jiri" or "Black Rice," is a traditional variety of rice that hails primarily from Bangladesh and parts…

Lambsquarters

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Lambsquarters (Chenopodium album), also known as goosefoot, is a hardy annual plant belonging to the amaranth family, Amaranthaceae. It is…

Lotus Root

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 5–10

Lotus root, known scientifically as Nelumbo nucifera, is the underwater tuber of the lotus flower, a beautiful aquatic plant widely…

Purple Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Purple rice, also known as black rice, is a type of whole grain rice that is notable for its deep purple color, which comes from…

Red Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Red rice is a variety of rice characterized by its reddish-brown husk and bran layer. This ancient grain is part of the Oryza sativa…

Rutabaga

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–10

Rutabaga, scientifically known as Brassica napus var. napobrassica, is a root vegetable that belongs to the brassica family, which…

Sticky Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Sticky rice, also known as glutinous rice or sweet rice (Oryza sativa var. glutinosa), is a unique variety of rice cultivated primarily in…

Sunchoke

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Sunchoke, also known as Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus), is a perennial plant belonging to the sunflower family (Asteraceae)…

Sushi Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Sushi rice, primarily associated with Japanese cuisine, is typically made from short-grain japonica rice, particularly varieties like…

Tamarind

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

The tamarind (Tamarindus indica) is a tropical tree belonging to the Fabaceae family, native to Africa but widely cultivated in tropical…

Taro

  • Full sun
  • High water
  • Zones 9–11

Taro (Colocasia esculenta) is a tropical plant cultivated primarily for its edible corms and leaves. Belonging to the family Araceae, taro…

Teff

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Teff (Eragrostis tef) is a small, ancient grain native to Ethiopia and Eritrea, where it has been cultivated for thousands of years. It is…

Wehani Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Wehani rice is a unique variety of whole grain rice, developed in the United States, specifically known for its nutty flavor and…

White Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

The White Rice plant, scientifically known as Oryza sativa, is a staple food crop predominantly cultivated in warm and humid regions…

Wild Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Wild rice, known scientifically as Zizania spp., is a semi-aquatic, grass-like plant found primarily in North America and parts of Asia…

Yellow Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

The term "Yellow Rice" can refer to a few different things in gardening, but it is most commonly associated with the variety of rice known…