Our Plant Collection

Explore our curated guides — learn how to grow each plant from seed.

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Aloe Vera

Aloe barbadensis miller

A versatile succulent famous for its medicinal gel. Extremely low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and perfect for beginners. The ultimate indoor plant.

easyBright indirect to Full SunLow — water every 2-3 weeks, let soil dry completely3-4 years to full maturity from pup

treeUncommon

Avocado

Persea americana

Grow from the pit of your avocado toast! While it takes years to fruit, an avocado tree is a gorgeous tropical houseplant and a fun long-term project.

mediumFull Sun (6+ hours)Moderate — let top layer dry between waterings5-13 years to fruit from seed

herbCommon

Basil

Ocimum basilicum

An aromatic herb essential in kitchens worldwide. Basil grows quickly, tastes wonderful fresh, and is perfect for containers or garden beds.

easyFull Sun (6-8 hours)Regular — keep soil moist but not waterlogged50-75 days to harvest

treeRareAvailable

Bonsai Juniper

Juniperus procumbens

The classic beginner bonsai tree. Junipers are hardy, forgiving, and perfect for learning the ancient art of bonsai. Must live outdoors.

hardFull Sun (6+ hours) — outdoor onlyModerate — check moisture daily5+ years to develop bonsai form from seed

vegetableCommon

Carrot

Daucus carota

A root vegetable loved for its sweet crunch. Carrots come in orange, purple, yellow, and white varieties and grow well in loose, sandy soil.

easyFull Sun (6-8 hours)Regular — keep soil evenly moist70-80 days to harvest

medicinalCommon

Chamomile

Matricaria chamomilla

A gentle medicinal herb known for its calming tea. Chamomile is easy to grow, self-seeds generously, and produces daisy-like flowers all summer.

easyFull Sun (6-8 hours)Moderate — drought tolerant once established60-90 days to harvest flowers

vegetableCommon

Chili Pepper

Capsicum annuum

Spice up your garden with chili peppers. From mild to fiery hot, these warm-season plants are rewarding to grow and harvest.

mediumFull Sun (6-8 hours)Moderate — even moisture, avoid waterlogging60-90 days from transplant

herbCommon

Coriander (Cilantro)

Coriandrum sativum

A dual-purpose herb: fresh leaves (cilantro) for cooking and dried seeds (coriander) for spice. Grows fast and bolts quickly in heat — perfect for cool seasons.

easyPartial to Full Sun (4-6 hours)Regular — keep soil moist21-30 days for leaves, 90 days for seeds

vegetableUncommon

Eggplant

Solanum melongena

A warm-season vegetable with glossy purple fruit. Eggplant loves heat and produces beautiful plants that double as ornamentals.

mediumFull Sun (6-8 hours)Regular — consistent moisture65-80 days from transplant

herbUncommon

Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia

A fragrant perennial herb prized for its purple flowers and calming scent. Excellent for borders, pots, and dried arrangements.

mediumFull Sun (6+ hours)Low — allow soil to dry between waterings90-200 days to first bloom

fruitRare

Lemon

Citrus limon

A fragrant citrus tree that can be grown in pots indoors or outdoors in warm climates. Lemons from seed are a long project but deeply rewarding.

hardFull Sun (8+ hours)Moderate — let top layer dry between waterings3-5 years to first fruit from seed

succulentRare

Lithops (Living Stones)

Lithops spp.

One of the most unusual plants on Earth. Lithops look like small stones or pebbles. They split open annually to reveal new leaf pairs. A collector's gem.

hardFull Sun (5-6 hours direct)Very low — almost no water during dormancy2-3 years to mature size from seed

flowerCommon

Marigold

Tagetes erecta

Bright, cheerful flowers that are extremely easy to grow. Marigolds also repel pests, making them a gardener's best friend as companion plants.

easyFull Sun (6-8 hours)Moderate — let soil dry between waterings45-60 days to bloom

herbCommon

Mint

Mentha spicata

A vigorous, fast-spreading herb with a refreshing aroma. Perfect for teas, cocktails, and cooking. Best grown in containers to control its spread.

easyPartial to Full Sun (4-6 hours)Regular — keep soil evenly moist90 days to full harvest

flowerCommon

Morning Glory

Ipomoea purpurea

A fast-growing climbing vine with trumpet-shaped flowers that open fresh each morning. Perfect for fences, trellises, and archways.

easyFull Sun (6-8 hours)Moderate — drought tolerant once established60-90 days to bloom

flowerVery Rare

Orchid (from seed)

Orchidaceae spp.

Growing orchids from seed is one of the most challenging and rare horticultural feats. Seeds are dust-like and require sterile lab conditions. A true bucket-list project.

hardBright indirect lightWeekly — let roots dry between waterings3-7 years to first bloom from seed

indoorCommon

Pothos (Devil's Ivy)

Epipremnum aureum

The ultimate beginner houseplant. Pothos thrives on neglect, purifies air, and trails beautifully from shelves. Nearly impossible to kill.

easyLow to bright indirect lightLow — water when top 2cm of soil is dryGrows continuously — propagate anytime

vegetableCommon

Pumpkin

Cucurbita maxima

A quintessential autumn crop with sprawling vines. Pumpkins are fun to grow, great for decoration, and delicious in soups and pies.

mediumFull Sun (6-8 hours)Deep watering — 2-3 times per week90-120 days to harvest

flowerRare

Rose

Rosa spp.

The queen of flowers. Growing roses from seed is a rare and rewarding challenge — each seedling is genetically unique. A project for the patient gardener.

hardFull Sun (6+ hours)Regular — deep watering at the base2-3 years to first bloom from seed

herbUncommon

Rosemary

Salvia rosmarinus

A woody, fragrant Mediterranean herb. Rosemary is drought-tolerant, evergreen, and essential in the kitchen. It grows into a beautiful shrub over time.

mediumFull Sun (6-8 hours)Low — let soil dry completely between waterings80-100 days to harvest from transplant

herbVery Rare

Saffron Crocus

Crocus sativus

The world's most expensive spice, grown from your garden. Saffron corms produce purple flowers with precious red stigmas. A rare and rewarding grow.

mediumFull Sun (6+ hours)Low — dry summer dormancy requiredFlowers in autumn, 6-8 weeks after planting corms

vegetableCommon

Spinach

Spinacia oleracea

A nutrient-dense leafy green that grows quickly in cool weather. Perfect for salads, smoothies, and cooking. One of the healthiest vegetables you can grow.

easyPartial to Full Sun (3-5 hours)Regular — keep soil moist35-45 days to harvest

fruitCommon

Strawberry

Fragaria × ananassa

Everyone's favorite garden fruit. Strawberries are rewarding to grow, produce abundantly, and taste incredible fresh from the plant.

easyFull Sun (6-8 hours)Regular — keep soil moist, not soggy60-90 days from planting

flowerCommon

Sunflower

Helianthus annuus

A cheerful, towering plant known for its large golden flower heads that follow the sun. Sunflowers are great for beginners and attract pollinators to the garden.

easyFull Sun (6-8 hours)Moderate — water deeply once a week70-100 days to bloom

vegetableCommon

Tomato

Solanum lycopersicum

One of the most popular garden vegetables. Tomatoes are warm-season plants that produce delicious fruits in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors.

easyFull Sun (6-8 hours)Regular — keep soil consistently moist60-85 days from transplant

medicinalUncommon

Turmeric

Curcuma longa

A tropical rhizome with brilliant golden-orange flesh prized in cooking and traditional medicine. Grow it in pots for a striking tropical look and fresh turmeric root.

mediumPartial Shade to Full Sun (4-6 hours)Regular — keep soil consistently moist8-10 months to harvest rhizomes

indoorRare

Venus Flytrap

Dionaea muscipula

A carnivorous plant that captures and digests insects. Fascinating to watch and surprisingly easy to grow from seed with the right conditions.

mediumFull Sun (4+ hours direct)Keep soil constantly wet — use distilled water only3-5 years to full maturity from seed

fruitUncommon

Watermelon

Citrullus lanatus

A summertime staple fruit that needs space, warmth, and patience. The reward? Nothing beats a homegrown watermelon on a hot day.

mediumFull Sun (8+ hours)Deep watering — reduce as fruit ripens80-100 days to harvest