Category: All Flowers and Plants

Schlumbergera Name:Schlumbergera Family:Cactaceae Type Plant:Epiphytic cactus (succulent) Flowering time:Late autumn to winter (November to January) Best time to buy:Autumn (just before blooming season) Max Height:30-45 cm Sun/Shadow:Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn Origin The Schlumbergera is a wonderful lid cactus that naturally originates in Brazil, where it grows as epiphyte on…

Wreath Name:Wreath Family:Not applicable (wreaths are decorative items, not plants) Type Plant:Decorative arrangement, typically made from a variety of natural or artificial materials Flowering time:Not applicable (wreaths do not flower) Best time to buy:aries by occasion; often purchased for holidays, celebrations, or seasonal decor Max Height:Varies depending on design; typically around 30-60 cm in diameter…

Dracaena Name:Dracaena Family:Asparagaceae Type Plant:Evergreen shrub or small tree Flowering time:Rarely flowers indoors; if grown outdoors, blooms in late spring to summer Best time to buy:Year-round (as an indoor houseplant) Max Height:1-3 meters indoors, up to 6 meters outdoors depending on the variety Sun/Shadow:Bright, indirect light; tolerates low light but may grow slower Wintergreen:Yes, evergreen…

Muscari Name:Calathea Family:Marantaceae Type Plant:Evergreen perennial Flowering time:Rarely flowers indoors; flowers typically appear in late spring to summer if grown outdoors Best time to buy:Year-round (as an indoor houseplant) Max Height:Year-round (as an indoor houseplant) Sun/Shadow:Prefers low to medium indirect light; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn Wintergreen:Yes, evergreen Humidity:High humidity is essential; mist…

Shrubs Name:Shrubs Family:Varies (Common families include Rosaceae, Fabaceae, and Ericaceae) Type Plant:Woody perennial plants, typically multi-stemmed Flowering time:Varies widely depending on species; can flower in spring, summer, or autumn Best time to buy:Spring or autumn (ideal planting seasons) Max Height:0.5 to 5 meters, depending on the species and variety Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade, depending…

Cut Kalanchoe Name:Cut Kalanchoe Family:Crassulaceae Type Plant:Succulent, used as a cut flower or in floral arrangements Flowering time:Late winter to spring (January to April) Best time to buy:When in bloom, typically in late winter to spring Max Height:15-45 cm, depending on the variety Sun/Shadow:Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal Origin Kalanchoes, native to Madagascar and South…

Fruit Plants Name:Fruit Plants Family:Varies ( raspberry, blackberry, currant and more) Type Plant:Perennials, typically trees, shrubs, or vines Flowering time:Spring to early summer, depending on the species Best time to buy:Late winter to early spring (for planting) Max Height:Varies greatly, from 1-10 meters depending on the species and whether they are dwarf or standard varieties…

Wedding Flowers Origin People have been using flowers in weddings for a very long time! Different cultures liked different flowers for what they meant. For example, Egyptians used them to show new beginnings and Romans liked them because they reminded them of love gods. Choosing the Perfect Flowers Today, flowers help make weddings feel special.…

Cordyline Australis Name:Cordyline Australis Family:Asparagaceae Type Plant:Evergreen tree or shrub Flowering time:Late spring to early summer (May to June) Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:4-10 meters, depending on the variety and growing conditions Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:Yes, evergreen Humidity:Prefers moderate humidity and well-drained soil Origin Cordyline Australis, also known as cabbage tree or…

Celosia Name:Celosia Family:Amaranthaceae Type Plant:Annual Flowering time:Summer to early autumn (July to October) Best time to buy:Spring or early summer Max Height:30-90 cm, depending on the variety Sun/Shadow:Full sun Origin Celosia is a popular cut flower because of its looks and long vase life. Celosia is native to tropical regions.  For a long time, grown…

Carnivores Name:Carnivores Family:Varies (includes multiple families such as Droseraceae, Nepenthaceae, and Sarraceniaceae) Type Plant:Perennial or annual, often adapted to nutrient-poor environments Flowering time:Varies by species; typically spring to summer Best time to buy:Spring or early summer Max Height:Varies widely, from a few centimeters to over 1 meter, depending on the species Sun/Shadow:Full sun to bright,…

Paeonia Name:Paeonia Family:Paeoniaceae Type Plant:Herbaceous perennial or woody shrub Flowering time:Late spring to early summer (May to June) Best time to buy:Early spring or autumn Max Height:60-120 cm (herbaceous types) or 120-180 cm (woody types) Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Origin Peonies are pretty flowers with a long history! They come from places like Asia,…