The popular heirloom variety, Aunt Mollys, has been cultivated by Pennsylvania Germans since the 1800s. They are easy to grow in the garden with minimal pest and disease problems. Their small, yellow-orange fruits have a sweet-tart flavor similar to pineapple with a faint background flavor of tomato. The Spruce / Randi Rhoades Ground cherries are part of the same plant family, Solanaceae, astomatoes. Despite their common name, the plants are unrelated to true cherries (Prunusspp....

The slow-growingHosta ‘Halcyon’cultivar is one of the best and most popular in its group known for blue leaves. The waxy texture of the leaves resembles that of seersucker fabric. Plant fast-growing hostas in the early spring or early fall, but not when it’s too hot outside. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault If planted in partial sun, halcyon will need extra water. If planted under trees, they require more water to compensate for the moisture absorbed by surrounding tree roots....

These are commonly-grown, low-growing, dense, carpet-like plants, not to be confused with zonal geraniums. These perennials have flower stalks that poke and weave through neighboring plants, floating on top of the plant. Hardy geraniums grow best in well-drained, moderately rich soil. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Note that geraniums are toxic to pets. For the best flowering and vigorous geranium plants, site them infull sun to partial shade. If geraniums are grown in hot, full sun, provide regular water....

This cold-tolerant cultivar can be grown in USDA zones 3 through 8, depending on the variety. Hardy kiwi is primarily featured in landscapes for its attractive heart-shaped foliage. This climber grows well on strong trellises, fences, pergolas, and other structures. The Spruce / Autumn Wood Hardy kiwi vine should be planted in the spring after all danger of frost has passed. It can be manipulated to form a broad canopy or to branch out horizontally in espalier form....

It still sports the same glossy heart-shaped foliage as the golden pothos, butthe variegationsets it apart. The large leaves feature lighter, creamier yellow flecks compared to the deeper yellow of the golden. Light A big bonus with the Hawaiian pothos is its ability to survive in various light conditions. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault It’s apopular bathroom plantbecause of its ability to cope with shady spots. Wet feet are a no-no for this plant....

The Spruce / Adrienne Legault There are thousands of versatile andlow-maintenance succulentsto choose from. This slow-growing, compact species features triangular or rounded tips on green leaves that grow in attractive rosette clumps. They also have bristly leaf margins. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault The unique highlight of this plant is the transparency in the fleshy tips. In some varieties, the tips are completely transparent, and in others, you see translucent streaks....

The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Hawthorn trees(Crataegusspp.) are pleasing, ornamental small trees and shrubs that are the perfect size for smaller options. These trees have sweet, five-petal blossoms that arrive in the spring. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova They are sturdy and easy to grow. With all of their positive attributes, these trees may have one major disadvantage. Some, but not all, have intimidating thorns that can grow up to 3 inches long....

The hazelnut is an attractive small tree or shrub that produces delicious nuts. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova The Europeanhazelnutis the common source of hazelnuts, also called filberts. In addition to producing delicious nuts, they are valued for their ornamental value. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova The moderately fast-growing plant forms a multi-trunked shrub or small tree with a suckering growth habit. For the pollination to take place, two different varieties of European hazelnuts are needed....

Cold sensitive at any temps below 60 degrees, heart-leaf philodendron is grown outdoors only in tropical climates. Allphilodendronspecies contain calcium oxalate crystals that is toxic to humans and pets. Too much direct sunlight will scorch its leaves. The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong Soil Use a good basicsoilless potting mixwith plenty of peat moss. you’re free to add someperlitefor better drainage if you wish. you could make your potting mix by combiningpeat moss, perlite, andvermiculite....

Heather Care Heather is a relatively low-maintenance plant, assuming it’s planted in the right spot. Light Heather blooms best in full sun in zones 4 and 5. In zone 6, it will appreciate afternoon shade. Soil Heather requires well-drained soil and does well in sandy soils or rocky terrain. It thrives in peaty, more acidic bogs and moorlands. It does not need fertile soil, it can thrive in poor soils and can tolerate salt spray....

Add this striking, low-maintenance plant to your garden by planting or transplanting it in the cooler fall months. It’s also on the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Councils (FLEPPC) Invasive Plant List. Light Heavenly bamboo is adaptable to a variety of light conditions from full sun to partial shade. Jenny Dettrick / Getty Images However, to achieve the most vibrant colors, heavenly bamboo should be grown infull sun. Addingperlite, sand, or well-composted materials will help to improve drainage if needed....

Their spiked blooms are red, pink, white, purple, or blue. Plant hebe in the late spring to early summer. However, too much shade makes them leggy in appearance and may cause their blooming to stop. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Soil Well-draining soil is a must for most hebe shrubs. They like moist soil, but never wet. TheHebegenus doesnt do well with extremes in soil pH. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova...

Helenium grows in moist, low-lying meadows or at the edges ofdamp woodlands. The blooms of helenium attractbutterfliesin late summer and fall. The plants are characterized by lance-shaped foliage with stiff, upright stems. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Some taller cultivars need staking. Helenium is planted in early spring. Its simple charm suitscottage gardensand wildflower gardens. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Pair helenium plants with other moisture-loving ornamentals that peak late in the season likebeautyberryorhibiscus....