Nelumbo is a genus of aquatic plants consistenting of solely two species. Nelumbo nucifera is the species also known as the sacred, or Indian lotus.(Ironically the genus "Lotus" is reserved for a completely unrelated flower). While the lotus is the national flower of India and Vietnam, its flowers can be found throughout much of Asia.

 Indian Lotus can be grown in water as deep as 8ft and as shallow as 1ft. It is recommended to use shallow water in cooler climates.

Different parts of the plant are consumed in different ways throughout Asia. Most noteably the Lotus flower has a significant symbolic importance in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing the path to spiritual enlightenment.

Whether you are an experienced water gardener, or new to the process, Indian Lotus is a beginner-friendly addition to any home, bringing beauty and serenity right to your garden!

We currently offer 4 colors of lotus flower seeds: Pink, White, Yellow & Red .

5 Seeds/pack

*Scarification is required for germinating these seeds. Its also important to ensure there is sufficient water and that it remains warm. If the water becomes cloudy during germination, you must change the water to prevent bacterial growth from killing your seedlings.

(Polianthes tuberosa) has tubular blooms and a fragrance that is described as rich, sultry and seductive. The oils extracted from the flowers are used to make perfume. Bulbs can be planted in spring and will flower in late summer. Plant 2-3 in. deep and 1 foot apart. In USDA zones 8 and above the bulbs may be left in the ground. Everywhere else the bulbs can be dug up in the fall, allowed to air dry for three to five days. and stored in sand or peat moss. It also makes an excellent potted plant and can be kept indoors during the winter. Choose between sets of 2 or sets of 4. We currently have bulbs for the Tuberose "Sensation" & "Single Jumbo"

In Bengali, it is called "Rajoni-Gandha", In Urdu "Gul Shabbi", In Marathi, "NishiGandha", Sugandharaja in Kannada, in Tamil "Sambangi" or "nilasambangi", and in Telugu "NelaSampenga" and the flowers are traditionally used to make garlands especially in South Indian weddings.

We recently introduced this variety into the Dallas produce market, and it quickly became a favorite of local Desi grocers. This variety has all the qualities you know and love about Red Stem Gongura, except it touts a broader leaf, which means more fulfilling bites of Gongura goodness! 

Try this variety now through out intro sale! You will not be disappointed! 

Basjoo is the cold hardiest member of the Musa family.  They can grow to an average height of 6-8 ft. They are known to be hardy in zones as cold as 4! If properly insulated with mulch/ tarp, it is known to withstand temperatures as low as 10-14 degrees F.  Even if the Pseudostem is killed by the cold, this variety is known to send up new growth when conditions improve.

Musa Basjoo produces fruit, however it is predominantly used as an ornamental, or for its strong fibers.  The fruit are generally tiny and most consider them to be inedible. However, they are eaten in Japan as a delicacy, where it is considered it to be an acquired taste. 

This variety is a great addition to any Banana lovers plant collection, but especially for gardeners in colder climates. If you predominantly use Banana plants for their leaves, then this is the one for you!

Our plants are healthy at the time of shipping and we pack with the utmost care. ALL SALES FINAL on plants! It is your responsibility to check your mail after ordering a live plant! It is natural for some branch or leaves to fall in transit. Due to strict customs regulations we cannot ship plants outside mainland USA. 

Coccinia grandis

Also known as ivy gourd, baby watermelon, little gourd or gentleman's toes, it produces small edible gourds that are prepared in curries or stir fried.Also known as giloda in Gujarati, dondakaya in Telugu, kovakka in Malayalam and Tamil, tondli in Marathi, tondekayi in Kannada, kundru in Hindi.

This plant is a perennial climber with single tendrils and glabrous leaves. The leaves have 5 lobes and are 6.5–8.5 cm long and 7–8 cm wide. Female and male flowers emerge at the axils on the petiole, and have 3 stamens.  In the northern states it is treated as an annual, but can be stored indoors during the winter months.

 Due to crop failures caused by erratic winter weather, supply is extremely limited this year. We ask that you limit your order to 1-2 per customer to ensure we can provide Tindora cuttings to as many people as possible. 

Absolutely no replacements will be considered for Tindora for any reason.

 *These are tindora rooted stem cuttings. Please note not all stem cuttings have leaves or may drop leaves during shipping, but all stem cuttings have confirmed roots before shipping. Please transplant gently to ensure not to damage the roots

Our plants are healthy at the time of shipping and we pack with the utmost care. ALL SALES FINAL on plants! It is your responsibility to check your mail after ordering a live plant! It is natural for some branch or leaves to fall in transit. Due to strict customs regulations we cannot ship plants outside mainland USA.

Known as Sarvajjaya in Hindi, Metta Tamara in Telegu, Kele Phool in Kokani, and Kardal in Marathi, this beautiful Canna generalis plant variety produces a salmon/peach color flower. These plants typically grow about 3-4 feet tall. They can handle from partial to full sun, and need minimum of 4-6 hours of sunlight, and thrive in full sun conditions.

Canna seeds have traditionally been used to make ornamental beads for jewelry. In Indonesia, it i commonly referred to as the prayer bead flower, as its seeds are perfect for Buddhist mala's. The rhizomes contain a sweet tasting edible starch, that now through its commercial cultivation is used to make things from vermicelli, to white wine. As a more recenlt innovation, this starch has been utilized to make biodegradable plastic products. 

The Cannova series is characterized by their large leaves, compact bushy growth habit, and multiple shoot formation.  

 It is best to plant these in the spring after your last frost and the soil is around 60 degrees. They prefer a loose, well draining soil. If buying multiple Canna plants, it is good to space them at least 1-1.5 ft apart. Cannas Cannova are heavy feeders and will flourish if properly nourished. They do well with heavily fortified soil and regular high nitrogen flower fertilizer application(or a slow release fertilizer for fewer applications).

  *Canna's can be brought inside during the winter, either as cleaned rhizome or in a pot and replanted out doors the following year.

Order these now during our Summer Sale!

Our plants are healthy at the time of shipping and we pack with the utmost care. ALL SALES FINAL on plants! It is your responsibility to check your mail after ordering a live plant! It is natural for some branch or leaves to fall in transit. Due to strict customs regulations we cannot ship plants outside mainland USA.  

Known as Sarvajjaya in Hindi, Metta Tamara in Telegu, Kele Phool in Kokani, and Kardal in Marathi. Canna's are a beautiful addition to any garden. Canna indica "South Pacific-Orange" is an (2018 AAS) award winning dwarf hybrid that is propogated from seed, so it is resistant to rhizome related ailments.  This variety thrives in hot and humid conditions and is known to produce eye catching 4 inch flowers throughout the enitre summer season if in the right conditions. These plants grow to an average height of 2-2.5ft tall. They are a great addition to any garden, indoor or out!

 Canna seeds have traditionally been used to make ornamental beads for jewelry. In Indonesia, it i commonly referred to as the prayer bead flower, as its seeds are perfect for Buddhist mala's. The rhizomes contain a sweet tasting edible starch, that now through its commercial cultivation is used to make things from vermicelli, to white wine. As a more recenlt innovation, this starch has been utilized to make biodegradable plastic products. 

 The South Pacific series is characterized by its compact growth habit. Its vigorous, uniform, and heavy branching make this series of Canna stand out from the rest.

   *Canna's can be brought inside during the winter, either as cleaned rhizome or in a pot and replanted out doors the following year.

 Order these now during our Summer Sale! 

Our plants are healthy at the time of shipping and we pack with the utmost care. ALL SALES FINAL on plants! It is your responsibility to check your mail after ordering a live plant! It is natural for some branch or leaves to fall in transit. Due to strict customs regulations we cannot ship plants outside mainland USA.   

Known as Sarvajjaya in Hindi, Metta Tamara in Telegu, Kele Phool in Kokani, and Kardal in Marathi. Canna's are a beautiful addition to any garden. Canna indica "Tropical-Red" is a versatile hybrid Canna variety that is known to even endure an urban settings. It is known to produce very striking red flowers that can bloom from early summer to early fall. In the right climate, its leaves will stay bright and green all year round and can make an excellent landscaping addition in warmer climates. This variety is known to be a good attractor of hummingbirds as well.

Canna seeds have traditionally been used to make ornamental beads for jewelry. In Indonesia, it is commonly referred to as the prayer bead flower, as its seeds are perfect for Buddhist mala's. The rhizomes contain a sweet tasting edible starch, that now through its commercial cultivation is used to make things from vermicelli, to white wine. As a more recenlt innovation, this starch has been utilized to make biodegradable plastic products. 

This plant can be grown outdoors or in a container. It can also be grown in the outside in the summer and then moved to a container for fall/winter care(depending where you live) and re planted outdoors in the spring.  These plants prefer full sun and evenly moist(but well draining) soil. Ensure to provide a good draining soil mix to avoid root rot(a good rule of thumb for many tropicals!).  

 The Canna Tropical series is characterized by its dwarf nature, and daylength-neutrality, allowing you to still see this plants beautiful flowers even in shorter day length zones!

  *Canna's can be brought inside during the winter, either as cleaned rhizome or in a pot and replanted out doors the following year. 

 Order these now during our Summer Sale! 

Our plants are healthy at the time of shipping and we pack with the utmost care. ALL SALES FINAL on plants! It is your responsibility to check your mail after ordering a live plant! It is natural for some branch or leaves to fall in transit. Due to strict customs regulations we cannot ship plants outside mainland USA.  

Known as Mawal in Kashmiri, Celosia Cristata is believed to be native to India. It is also called Cockscomb, because it looks like the top of a roosters head. It now can be found throughout various parts of Asia.  It is believed to have been saved from exctintion due to its eyecatching crested appearance, as well as it religious importance throughout Asia. 

 Mawal is in the same family as Amaranthus, and it shares its same edible and nutritious nature.  Cockscomb flower is also famously used in the dish Rogan Josh to imbue the dish with its signature red color. 

 Cockscomb is  known to be easy to grow and does well indoors and out. It is a great addition to your garden with its unique appearance as well as its culinary applications. 

Valor bean Nirvana is a bush variety of Hyacinth bean. Tasty in any green bean dish. 40-45 days.

This is a variety of Amaranthus grown for its stems. It is popular in West Bengal, Bhutan and Bangladesh. The stems can be cooked with peppers, onions, garlic and spices and has a texture similar to asparagus.

Referred to as Thandu keerai in Tamil Nadu. 

Local Bengali names: Data, Denga, Dugi.