There are 112 identified species within the Protea genus, belonging to the Proteaceae plant family. All hail from dry regions of South Africa, and bloom in fantastic shapes and colors. Protea Plants At A Glance Protea flowers are among the oldest in existence, and there is a huge variety of color, size, and shape to choose from. The flowers look … Read More
Also known as Frangipani, or the Hawaiian Lei flower, plumeria are fantastic flowers belonging to the dogbane family, Apocynaceae. Plumeria are shrubs or small trees which hail from Brazil, the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America, but they are grown in warm climates across the world for their striking and fragrant flowers. At A Glance: What You Should Know About Plumeria … Read More
Petunias come from the nightshade plant family, Solanaceae, and the genus is made up of 20 different species, all of which hail from South America. Petunias are grown by experienced gardeners and beginners alike, as the trumpet-shaped flowers are incredibly beautiful, easy to grow, and come in many colors. Petunias At A Glance Petunias are probably the most popular bedding … Read More
The Platycodon genus is only made up of one species, Platycodon grandiflorus, which keeps things simple. It belongs to the campanula plant family, and hails from Japan, Korea, China, and parts of Russia. Platycodon At A Glance The bellflower is an interesting plant throughout its life cycle, as the flower buds look like balloons, and when they open, they form … Read More
Curious little plants, portulaca plants, or the moss roses, inject a treasure trove of color and life into any garden during summer. These fabulous plants don’t require much from you in return, and help attract pollinators into your garden, while helping to suppress weeds. Interested in knowing more about portulaca? Here’s what you need to know. What Is Portulaca? Portulacas … Read More
Painted Daisy The painted daisy, or Tanacetum coccineum, adds a wealth of spring and summer color in a fairly short plant, keeping your borders neat. These beautiful perennials work well to keep gaps from appearing when the earliest spring flowers are dying off. This is also an excellent choice for containers where you want to show off their bright colors. … Read More
Pumpkins are such a versatile fruit. Yes, they are classed as a fruit, and can make or break a dish. These autumnal crops are perfect not only for adding some spooky lanterns to your porch way, but they have a big place in our seasonal diets, turning any lackluster winter meal into something healthy and hearty. What you may be … Read More
When you picture a bonsai tree, you might think of a pine tree with lots of deep green needles and a thick trunk, or an ornamental cherry blossom, with seas of pink and white flowers. While those are just two of the most popular types of tree cultivated as bonsai, there are others worthy of your attention, such as the … Read More
Salvia elegans, or Pineapple Sage, is one of those plants that you can’t just walk past. You won’t be able to stop yourself from brushing the foliage, or crushing a leaf beneath your fingers, to revel in the revitalizing smell of pineapple. Pineapple sage is very easy to care for, perfect for patios or pots, anywhere that needs an abundance … Read More
Passiflora, or the passion flower, is an unforgettable flower which belongs to the plant family Passifloraceae. Most of these plants are vines which grow tendrils to attach to nearby plants and other structures for support, but you can get other plants within the genus which grow as small bushes or trees. The flower is, of course, the most-loved part of … Read More
