Coffee seedlings are the hidden gems of the plant world, offering beautiful, dark green, waxy foliage that looks just as good in a pot indoors as it does in a shaded garden. Unlike many fruit trees, coffee plants actually prefer filtered light or partial shade, making them an excellent choice for growers with less-than-perfect sun exposure. They behave as compact, manageable shrubs that produce fragrant white flowers followed by “cherries.” While you’ll need a few years and a bit of humidity to harvest your own beans, the aesthetic value of the plant alone makes it a winner.
