Leprechaun

Every shade of green from light celery to deepest forest covers these puckered, delightfully textured leaves as the seasons change in the shade garden. Very easy to grow, distinctively different, and topped by violet-blue blooms in spring, 'Leprechaun' is an outstanding evergreen groundcover for plantings large or small.

The foliage is rounded and very stiffly held, keeping its puffy, erect look even in summer heat and humidity. The green tones darken with the warm weather, eventually looking nearly black -- a stunning effect as new foliage emerges in light spring green! Just 3 to 4 inches high, 'Leprechaun' is magical indeed.

Quick-spreading in partial to full shade, this Bugleweed asks only for moist, well-drained soil. The flowers are set above the foliage on stems 4 to 6 inches long, very abundant for weeks in early season. After they pass, the ever-changing parade of green keeps 'Leprechaun' interesting as well as beautiful season after season! Zones 3-9.

- Park Seed (link here)

I am always in the market for another bugleweed.

Female ginkgo trees

The bouquet of a ginkgo tree's fruit has strong notes of unwashed feet and Diaper Genie, with noticeable hints of spoiled butter.

- Washington Post (link here)

I would love to have female ginkgo trees in my yard.

Ten Best Herbs for Indoors

You can grow herbs indoors this winter and add that just-picked taste to your meals, even when snow is drifting up against the kitchen window. You don't even need special lights—herbs fare just fine in a bright window. Here are the best herbs for growing on windowsills and the smart techniques you need to keep them happy and healthy until you can plant outside again.

- Organic Gardening (link here)

This might be one of those "try try again" things.