Tropical Shade Plants

Discover the lush appeal of our Tropical Shade Plants collection, where layered foliage and rich textures create inviting, serene environments. This curated selection highlights shade-loving tropical plants chosen to complement architectural features while thriving in protected landscapes. Explore these vibrant varieties and transform shaded areas into striking, tranquil design elements.

Mondo Grass
Ophiopogon japonicus

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness: Minimum –10°F (–23°C), USDA Zones 7–11
Maximum Height: 0.3 meters, 10–12 inches
Maximum Diameter: Spreading groundcover (no trunk)

Mondo Grass Dwarf
Ophiopogon japonicus ‘Nana’

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness: Minimum –10°F (–23°C), USDA Zones 7–11
Maximum Height: 0.1 meters, 3–4 inches
Maximum Diameter: Spreading groundcover (no trunk)

Green Congo
Philodendron ‘Green Congo’

Sunlight: Partial shade to bright, indirect light
Hardiness: Minimum 50°F (10°C), USDA Zones 10–11
Maximum Height: 1–1.5 meters, 3–5 feet
Maximum Diameter: 0.6–1 meter, 2–3 feet

Red Congo
Philodendron ‘Red Congo’

Sunlight: Partial shade to bright, indirect light
Hardiness: Minimum 50°F (10°C), USDA Zones 10–11
Maximum Height: 1–1.5 meters, 3–5 feet
Maximum Diameter: 0.6–1 meter, 2–3 feet

Liriope
Liriope muscari

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness: Minimum –10°F (–23°C), USDA Zones 7–11
Maximum Height: 0.3–0.45 meters, 12–18 inches
Maximum Diameter: Spreading clump (no trunk)

Pink Muhly
Muhlenbergia capillaris

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness: Minimum –10°F (–23°C), USDA Zones 6–11
Maximum Height: 1–1.2 meters, 3–4 feet
Maximum Diameter: 1–1.2 meters, 3–4 feet

Purple Fountain Grass
Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness: Minimum 20–25°F (–6 to –4°C), USDA Zones 9–11
Maximum Height: 1–1.5 meters, 3–5 feet
Maximum Diameter: 0.9–1.2 meters, 3–4 feet

White Fountain Grass
Pennisetum alopecuroides

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness: Minimum –10°F (–23°C), USDA Zones 5–11
Maximum Height: 0.9–1.2 meters, 3–4 feet
Maximum Diameter: 0.9–1.2 meters, 3–4 feet

Tropical Shade Plants

Mondo Grass Ophiopogon japonicus

Mondo Grass Dwarf Ophiopogon japonicus ‘Nana’

Green Congo Philodendron ‘Green Congo’

Red Congo Philodendron ‘Red Congo’

Liriope Liriope muscari

Pink Muhly Muhlenbergia capillaris

Purple Fountain Grass Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’

White Fountain Grass Pennisetum alopecuroides