Category: All Flowers and Plants

Calibrachoa Confetti Name:Calibrachoa Confetti Family:Solanaceae Type Plant:Annual Flowering time:Spring to frost (April to October) Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:15-30 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:Not wintergreen; not frost-tolerant Humidity:Prefers moderate humidity and well-drained soil Origin Calibrachroa Confetti is a flowering plant valued for its colour combinations. Calibrachoa is native to South America, particularly…

Capsicum Name:Capsicum Family:Solanaceae (Nightshade family) Type Plant:Perennial, often grown as an annual Flowering time:8-10 weeks after germination Best time to buy:Late spring to early summer Max Height:60-120 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun (6-8 hours daily) Wintergreen:No, not frost-tolerant Humidity:Prefers moderate humidity, around 50-70% Origin Capsicum plants, better known as peppers, are native to the tropical regions of…

Agapanthus Name:Agapanthus Family:Amaryllidaceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:Mid to late summer (July to September) Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:60-120 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:Semi-evergreen, depending on the variety Humidity:Prefers moderate humidity, well-drained soil Origin The Agapanthus, also known as the Lily of the Nile, is originally from South Africa. It is the only…

Preserved & Dried Flowers Name:Preserved & Dried Flowers Family:Varies (includes multiple families like Asteraceae, Rosaceae, etc.) Type Plant:Preserved or dried versions of various plants and flowers Flowering time:Not applicable (flowers are preserved after harvest) Best time to buy:Year-round (no specific season) Max Height:Varies depending on the original plant species Sun/Shadow:Keep out of direct sunlight to…

Ornamental grasses Name:Ornamental grasses Family:Poaceae (Grass family) Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:Late summer to autumn Best time to buy:Spring or early autumn Max Height:Varies by species, 30 cm to 3 meters Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:Some are evergreen, others deciduous Humidity:Tolerates a range of humidity levels, prefers well-drained soil Ornamental grasses are beautiful plants for…

Cordyline Australis Name:Cordyline Australis Family:Asparagaceae Type Plant:Tree or shrub Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:100 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to Partial shade Wintergreen:Yes Humidity:Moderate humidity Origin Cordyline Australis, also known as cabbage tree or Torbay Palm, is a popular ornamental plant native to New Zealand. This plant adds a tropical touch to gardens and patios. Characteristics…

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. Characteristics Today, flowers help make weddings feel special. Popular choices are…

Paeonia (plants) Name:Peony (Paeonia) Family:Paeoniaceae Type Plant:Perennials Flowering time:Spring to early summer Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:80 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Wintergreen:No Humidity:Average humidity Origin Paeonia, also commonly known as peonies, are flowering plants belonging to the genus Paeoniaceae. The only genus within this family, peonies are prized for their large, showy flowers and attractive…

Calibrachoa Confetti Name:Calibrachoa Confetti Family:Solanaceae Type Plant:Flowering annual Flowering time:Spring to fall Best time to buy:Late spring and summer Max Height:40 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Wintergreen:No Humidity:Average humidity OriginCalibrachroa Confetti is a flowering plant valued for its colour combinations. Calibrachoa is native to South America, particularly Argentina and Brazil. Breeders have bred these plants into a…

Paeonia Name:Peony (Paeonia) Family:Paeoniaceae Type Flower:Perrenials Flowering time:Spring and early summer Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:70 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Origin Peonies are pretty flowers with a long history! They come from places like Asia, Europe and even North America. People have always loved peonies because they look so good and represent…

Salix Hakuro Nishiki Name:Salix integra ‘Hakuro Nishiki’ Family:Salicaceae (Willow family) Type Plant:Deciduous shrub or small tree Flowering time:Spring Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:140 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:No Humidity:Average humidity levels Origin The Salix Hakuro Nishiki, also known as the Flamingo Willow or Variegated Willow, is a beautiful ornamental tree prized for…

Hydrangea Name:Hortensia (Hydrangea) Family:Hydrangeaceae Type Flower:Shrubby Flowering time:All year Best time to buy:All year Max Height:80 cm Sun/Shadow:Partial shade Hortensia cut flowers are popular for their stunning and colourful blooms, which can add an eye-catching touch to any floral arrangement. However, these delicate flowers require proper care and attention to maintain their beauty and longevity.…