Foliage.
Plants comes in so many colours and shapes. Their foliage is just as intriguing as the actual flowers and foliage lasts longer. Take your time to see the shapes and colours of plant's leaves. There are so many options, here are some of them.
Monstera deliciosa.
(Swiss cheese vine)
Lush, tropical plant with large, green leaves.
HEIGHT: up to 5m
IDEAL POSITION: indoors or in a warm and mild environment outdoor, partially shady.
IN SEASON: All year.
Black Magic.
(Colocasia antiquorum)
Tall, green stems with large, dark purple and green veined leaves.
HEIGHT: up to 2-3 m
IDEAL POSITION: Performs best in sun to part shade. Can be grown in shallow water.
IN SEASON: At its best mid spring to autumn.
Devil's Ivy.
(Epipremnum aureum)
Lush, tropical plant with leaves carried on trailing stems.
HEIGHT: 0.5-1m
IDEAL POSITION: Indoors in a well lit position. Ideal for hanging baskets.
IN SEASON: All year.
Fiddle leaf fig.
A robust fig with fiddle-shaped, glossy leaves.
HEIGHT: up to 2-3 m
IDEAL POSITION: Indoor Prefers a warm, humid spot with plenty of filtered light.
IN SEASON: All year.
Sansevieria.
(Mother in laws tongue)
Variegated or striped fleshy foliage. Very hardy.
HEIGHT: 0.5-1m
IDEAL POSITION: Indoor plant for brightly lit areas, or outdoor in sunny to partly shaded position.
IN SEASON: All year.
Zanzibar Gem.
(Zamioculcas zamiifolia)
An extremely hardy plant that is fantastic for indoors use or a shady garden position.
HEIGHT: up to 60cm.
IDEAL POSITION: Indoor, almost anywhere. Very hardy.
IN SEASON: All year.
Chamaedorea.
(Parlour Palm)
Graceful, small palm with dark green, soft, fern-like fronds.
HEIGHT: 0.5-1m
IDEAL POSITION: Grow in warm, shady position outdoors in moist, well drained soil. Indoor in bright indirect light.
IN SEASON: All year
Frangipani sp.
Most frangipanis are deciduous, and their flowers are borne in the warmer months.
HEIGHT: up to 2 m
IDEAL POSITION: Outdoor in full sun or part shade.
IN SEASON: Summer to automn.
Calathea lutea.
(Cigar)
Large exotic tropical plant with striking foliage.
HEIGHT: 1.8-2.4m
IDEAL POSITION: Full sun, warm place in moist, well drained soil.
IN SEASON: All year
Alocasia.
(Dwarf Elephants ear)
Rounded, heart shaped leaves. Will not grow too tall.
HEIGHT: 1-1.5m
IDEAL POSITION: Prefers a part shade position in the garden or indoor in indirect sunlight.
IN SEASON: All year.
Curcuma rubescens.
(Ruby)
An ideal landscaper. Stems and midribs are marron contrasting with the green leaves. Deciduous.
HEIGHT: up to 1.5 m
IDEAL POSITION: Prefers medium sun to light shade. Moist soil.
IN SEASON: Summer
Cordyline fruticosa.
(Firestorm)
Evergreen shrub, with colourful, strap-like foliage.
HEIGHT: up to 1 m.
IDEAL POSITION: Warm protected site, keep moist but not wet.
IN SEASON: All year.
Calathea zebra.
Spectacular foliage plant, with stripes.
HEIGHT: Up to 1 m
IDEAL POSITION: Prefers warm, humid conditions in moist well drained soil.

IN SEASON: All year
Codiaeum croton.
Colourful variegated foliage.
HEIGHT: 1-2.4 m
IDEAL POSITION: Partly shade outdoor or well lit indoor. Moist well drained soil.
IN SEASON: All year.
Philodendron sp.
Tropical evergreen shrub or semi-climber with bold foliage in different shades or patterns.
HEIGHT: 0.5-1m
IDEAL POSITION: Inside or outside in filtered light, never full sun. Low maintenance plant.
IN SEASON: All year
Fern sp.
Ferns comes in many varieties but mostly with long, feathery leaves.
HEIGHT: 0.20+ m
IDEAL POSITION: Inside or outside in indirect or filtered light. Keep soil moist.
IN SEASON: All year.
Syngonium sp.
(Arrowhead wines)
Trailing or climbing habit with heart shaped leaves. Easy to care for.
HEIGHT: 0.5m +
IDEAL POSITION: Inside or outside in bright but not direct sunlight. Don't forget to water.
IN SEASON: All year
Begonia sp.
Leaves and flowers come in a variety of shapes and patterns.
HEIGHT: 0.20m +
IDEAL POSITION: Inside or outside, warm well lit but out of direct sun. Avoid overwatering.
IN SEASON: All year.
Dracaena sp.
Ornamental foliage plant with long, strappy leaves in different shades.
HEIGHT: Up to 2 m.
IDEAL POSITION: Indoor or outside, prefers a well lit position indoors or light shade outdoor.
IN SEASON: All year.
Alocasia.
(Elepanth's ear)
Stunning special foliage. Tropical plant.
HEIGHT: 0.20m +
IDEAL POSITION: Warm spot indoor or outside in a sheltered spot. Keep moist but not wet.
IN SEASON: All year.
Ficus.
(Fig Tree)
Variety of sizes and shapes. Grows taller outside in warmer climates.
HEIGHT: 1-3 m
IDEAL POSITION: Indoors in a warm spot with plenty of filtered light. Not to be planted in the ground.
IN SEASON: All year.
Stromanthe Tricolor.
Very colourful, clump-forming foliage plant.
HEIGHT: up to 1 m
IDEAL POSITION: Indoors or outdoors in a shady spot or out of direct sunlight.
IN SEASON: All year.
Ctenanthe sp.
Different patterns and colour, but always stunning foliage.
HEIGHT: up to 1 m.
IDEAL POSITION: Prefers filtered light when indoors, needs a warm humid climate outdoors.
IN SEASON: All year.
Calathea.
Many different sizes, shapes, texture, colour and patterns, but always striking foliage.
HEIGHT: up to 1 m
IDEAL POSITION: Indoors with filtered light and warmth.
IN SEASON: All year.
Brunnera Macrophylla.
(Siberian bugloss, forget-me-not)
Large, oval or heart shaped leaves with tiny bright blue flowers.
HEIGHT: 30-50 cm
IDEAL POSITION: Shade or partly shad, water regularly.
IN SEASON: Flowers in Summer
Lady Palm.
(Rhapis)
Highly decorative, slow growing palm with large leaves.
HEIGHT: up to 2 m
IDEAL POSITION: Indoors with filtered light or outdoor in partly shade.
IN SEASON: All year.
Ivy.
(Hedera)
Evergreen, woody-stemmed trailing, climbing plants or for groundcover.
HEIGHT: 0.20m +
IDEAL POSITION: Indoor or outdoor, shade or filtered sun.
IN SEASON: All year.
Sago Palm.
(Cycas Revoluta)
Popular houseplant known for its feathery foliage and ease of care.
HEIGHT: 1-2 m
IDEAL POSITION: Sunny or partly shady spot outdoor or a well lit position inside.
IN SEASON: All year.
Cineraria.
(Silverdust)
Soft, lacy silver foliage plant.
HEIGHT: 0.15m +
IDEAL POSITION: Prefers full sun.
IN SEASON: All year.