Bold, Lush, and Ready: Summer's Big Foliage Moment
Maximalism Is Driving the Foliage Boom
After years of pared-back, minimalist plantings, gardeners are going lush again. Deep greens, dramatic leaves, and generously layered borders are exactly what shoppers are reaching for this summer, and nothing anchors that look like a statement Alocasia. We just added Alocasia Lutea and Alocasia Regal Shields to the newly available list, and they join a deep bench of collectible foliage including Alocasia California, Golden Dragon, Metal Head, and the sculptural Portodora Green. These are the plants that turn a patio into an immersive, jungle-forward space.
Lean Into the Collecting Craze
That maximalist energy pairs perfectly with the plant-collecting boom being led by younger shoppers. Gen Z and Millennial customers are chasing rare cultivars and unusual variegation as a form of personal storytelling, and your Alocasia bench answers that demand beautifully. Merchandise Black Stem, Polly, and Calidora side by side and let collectors build their own lineup—these move as much on individuality as on looks.
Color That Reads Both Bold and Soft
The season's color story runs in two directions, and we've got both covered. For punchy, saturated borders, the new Lantana Bandana Cherry brings pollinator-friendly heat, while the Begonia Big series—Red, Rose, and Pink in dark or green leaf—delivers the jewel-tone drama maximalist plantings crave. For the softer, dusty-blush palette trending in containers, our Begonia Cocktail Tequila Rose and the Angelonia Serenita Raspberry and Purple settle into that gentle, muted look that pairs so well with weathered wood and vintage pottery.
Baskets and Bright Spots Ready Now
The new Combo Basket Sunset Mix is a ready-made maximalist story in a single hanging basket—perfect for buyers who want impact without building their own recipes. Dragon Wing Red begonia and Canary Red round out the shade-tolerant color that keeps performing through the hottest weeks of summer.
Plan Now for a Wildlife-First, Water-Wise Fall
The trends shaping summer carry straight into fall. As homeowners shrink their lawns and build gardens around pollinators and habitat value, the ornamental grasses and hardy perennials in our fall book are worth pre-booking. Carex Prairie Fire and Red Rooster, along with Acorus Ogon, give designers the texture-rich, low-water backbone that gravel gardens and xeriscape schemes are built on.
Fall Color and Structure to Reserve
For classic autumn saturation, Celosia Dragons Breath and the Flamma series bring fiery reds and golds, while the new Ornamental Kale Nagoya Mix and our full Cabbage and Calluna lineup deliver the cool-season structure customers plan their fall containers around. Reserve early—these are the workhorses that sell through fast once the weather turns.
Whether you're stocking bold foliage today or mapping out a habitat-friendly fall, we're here to help you build the assortment your customers are already asking for. Give us a call to lock in your order.
