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Cereus forbesii

C. validus

Tree-like. Blue stems will grow wide and branchy. Long spines, come in red fade to gray. Large pink flowers with burgundy-red sepals.

Cereus forbesii “Spiralis”

C. validus fa. spiralis

An unusual cactus with a striking helical growth pattern. Native to South America, this cultivar is a form of Cereus forbesii that develops a dramatic spiral as it matures, often forming five to nine distinct ribs that curl around the columnar stem. It can grow several feet tall and produces large, night-blooming white flowers followed by reddish-purple fruit.

Cereus peruvianus

C. repandus
C. hildmannianus

30ft tall tree-like cactus. Branches from base and further up with segmented stems. Bright red edible fruit, known as Cactus Apples.

Cereus uruguayanus

C. hildmannianus ssp. uruguayanus

Tall, columnar, branching cactus with large summer night-blooms

Cereus “Ming Thing”

C. validus fa. monstrose “Ming Thing”

A blue cactus with short and lumpy monstrose growth, to 12″ tall. Do not overwater, it is slow growing and likes to be dry.

Ceropegia dichotoma

Upright succulent stems, 2-3ft, with small deciduous leaves that drop off in spring. Flowers in winter, with yellow blooms at the nodes of the stem. A unique container specimen.

Ceropegia woodii

C. linearis ssp. woodii

Vines to 2ft, heart-shaped succulent leaves; Moderate water in summer, dry in winter. We recommend shallow watering to prevent root rot.

Chamaedorea radicalis

Evergreen Palm

Solitary, erect, to 12ft tall. Indoor as a houseplant or outside in a shady spot. Very cold hardy.

 

Chamaedorea seifrizii

Evergreen Palm

Bamboo-like palm tree; regular water, light fertilizing, bright indirect light.

Chamaerops humilis v. argentea

Evergreen Perennial

High elevation palm that tolerates extreme temperatures, drought and wind. Blue fan-shaped fronds emerge from stem, eventually reaching 10′ tall and wide.

Cheiridopsis denticulata

Dwarf shrublet with paired leaves in the Iceplant family. Tiny little teeth-like protrusions on the tips of the leaves. Variable flower colors from pale-peach to bright yellow. May also be the same species as Cheiridopsis candidissima.

Cheiridopsis purpurea

Large clumps of dwarf pairs of leaves, multiple pairs per branch. Silvery green with speckles. Winter growing and winter flowering. Lot’s of purple to magenta flowers. Prefers hot dry summers.

Cheiridopsis speciosa

Dwarf shrublet with paired leaves in the Iceplant family. Variable flower colors – Yellow, magenta, red, orange and lilac.

 

Chilopsis linearis

Deciduous Tree

Usually seen as a shrubby multi-trunked tree. Green leaves on long branches give a willow-like appearance. Large white to pink flowers in late summer, attracts hummingbirds and bees.

Chilopsis linearis “Bubba”

Deciduous Tree

Multi-trunked tree; fast-growing, upright. Green leaves on long branches give a willow-like appearance. Large purple to dark burgundy flowers in late summer, attracts hummingbirds and bees.

Chiranthodendron pentadactylon

Evergreen Tree

Large, broad, showy and fast-growing. If provided space in a garden, this centerpiece plant will be covered in stunning and vibrant red flowers in spring thru summer. No water once established.

Chondropetalum elephantinum

Marsh Restio

Rich dark green stems giving the appearance of a common rush, but more relaxed – radiating in an arc.

Chondropetalum tectorum

Marsh Restio

Rich dark green stems giving the appearance of a common rush, but more relaxed – radiating in an arc.

Chrysactinia mexicana

Evergreen Perennial

Low growing shrub, very leafy, fragrant foliage, covered with upright bloom stalks and yellow daisy flowers spring through summer. Drought tolerant.

Chrysocephalum “Desert Flame”

Evergreen Perennial

Low spreading with silvery leaves and topped with bright yellow puffy flowers most of the year. Protect from frost.

Chrysocephalum “Silver and Gold”

C. apiculatum “Silver and Gold”

Evergreen Perennial

Low spreading with silvery leaves and topped with golden puffy flowers most of the year. Protect from frost.