Category: All Flowers and Plants

Mini plants Why Mini Plants Are a Must-Have Mini plants are a growing trend in the world of indoor greenery, offering a charming and versatile solution for any home or workspace. Their compact size, wide variety of shapes and textures, and minimal care requirements make them perfect for small spaces, gifts, or accents in larger…

Narcissus Name:Narcissus Family:Amaryllidaceae Type Plant:Perennial bulb, used as a cut flower Flowering time:Perennial bulb, used as a cut flower Best time to buy:Late winter to early spring (when in bloom) Max Height:20-50 cm, depending on the variety Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Origin The name of the Narcissus is said to originate from the Greek…

Calathea Name:Calathea Family:Marantaceae Type Plant:Perennial, tropical foliage plant Flowering time:Rare indoors, typically spring/summer in the wild Best time to buy:Winter / spring Max Height:30-90 cm Sun/Shadow:Prefers indirect, bright light; avoid direct sunlight Wintergreen:Not wintergreen; may lose leaves in winter Humidity:Needs high humidity (50-60%+), thrives in moisture-rich environments Origin Calatheas are native to the tropical rainforests…

Rhododendron Azalea Origin Azaleas belong to the genus Rhododendron, a large group of flowering shrubs that includes over 1,000 species. While many rhododendrons thrive in outdoor settings, certain types, like the indoor Azalea, have been specifically cultivated to flourish indoors. Azaleas are native to Asia, Europe, and North America, but their roots are most deeply…

Ardisia Name:Ardisia Family:Primulaceae Type Plant:Tropical evergreen shrub Flowering time:Late spring to early summer Best time to buy:Autumn/Winter Max Height:0.5 to 1 metre Sun/Shadow:Partial shade Wintergreen:Yes Humidity:Prefers 60-80%; mist or use a humidifier Origin The Ardisia belongs to the Myrsinaceae family and originates from Southeast Asia. In this part of the planet, plants and bunches with…

Phalaenopsis Name:Phalaenopsis Family:Orchidaceae Type Plant:Tropical perennial Flowering time:Blooms year-round, with peak flowering in late winter to spring Best time to buy:Autumn / Winter Max Height:30-60 cm Sun/Shadow:Prefers partial shade Wintergreen:Evergreen shrub Humidity:Prefers high humidity (50-70%) Origin The Phalaenopsis is the most common orchid kind and can also be known as the Butterfly Orchid. The translation of…

Picea conica Name:Picea conica Family:Pinaceae Type Plant:Evergreen conifer Flowering time:– Best time to buy:Autumn and Winter Max Height:1-2 Sun/Shadow:Full sun Wintergreen:Yes, evergreen Humidity:Moderate humidity Origin Picea conica, or cone spruce, is a miniature form of white spruce (Picea glauca) native to the Rocky Mountain region of North America. Discovered in the early 20th century, its…

Large-flowered chrysanthemums Name:Large-flowered chrysanthemums Family:Asteraceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:Autumn Best time to buy:summer autumn Max Height:60 to 120 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Origin Large-flowered chrysanthemums, or “mums” in the UK, have a rich history that starts in ancient China. These blooms graced British gardens in the early 19th century, quickly gaining popularity for their vibrant petals…

Pennisetum Name:Pennisetum Family:Poaceae Type Plant:Ornamental grass Flowering time:Summer to autumn Best time to buy:Around flowering time Max Height:30-150 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Wintergreen:No Humidity:Moderate History/Origin Enter a world of natural elegance with Pennisetum, an ornamental grass that has captured the hearts of garden lovers for centuries. The origins of Pennisetum date back to Africa, where these…