Category: Highlighted Plants & Flowers

  • Narcissus

    Narcissus

    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…

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  • Calathea

    Calathea

    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…

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  • Rhododendron Azalea

    Rhododendron Azalea

    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…

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  • Anemones

    Anemones

    Anemones Name:Anemone Family:Ranunculaceae Type Plant:Herbaceous perennial flowering plant Flowering time:Spring (for wood anemones) or late summer to autumn Best time to buy: early autumn/winter Max Height:20-60 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:No Humidity:Moderate humidity, well-drained soil Anemones, often called “windflowers,” are beautiful flowers admired for centuries. Known for their bold dark centers, These flowers…

  • Chrysanthemums

    Chrysanthemums

    Chrysanthemums Name:Chrysanthemum Family:Asteraceae Type Plant:Herbaceous perennial flowering plant Flowering time:Late summer to winter Best time to buy:Autumn/winter Max Height:30-90 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:Not wintergreen, but winter-blooming varieties exist) Humidity:Moderate humidity Chrysanthemums, or “mums,” have a rich history spanning over 2,500 years, originating in China and Japan. Symbolizing longevity, joy, and resilience, these…

  • Oxalis

    Oxalis

    Oxalis Origin Oxalis plants, with their clover-like leaves, make a perfect New Year’s gift, symbolizing good luck and happiness for the coming year. Their unique foliage adds a touch of nature and charm to any festive celebration.Fun Facts:Night Owls: Oxalis triangularis exhibits nyctinasty, folding its leaves at night and reopening them in the morning, almost…

  • Waxed Hippeastrum

    Waxed Hippeastrum

    Waxed Hippeastrum Name:Waxed Hippeastrum Family:Amaryllidaceae Type Plant:Bulbous plant, often sold pre-waxed for easy care Flowering time:Winter to early spring Best time to buy:Autumn to winter Max Height:45-60 cm Sun/Shadow:Prefers bright, indirect light Wintergreen:Not wintergreen Humidity:Moderate humidity, avoid direct moisture on the wax coating Origin The Hippeastrum hails from the subtropical regions of South America, primarily…

  • Dried Flowers

    Dried Flowers

    Dried Flowers Origin Dried flowers are fresh flowers or foliage that have been preserved to extend their lifespan. The practice of drying flowers dates back centuries and is common in many cultures worldwide. Flowers are often air-dried, freeze-dried, or dried using silica gel to retain their shape and colour. Popular origins for dried flowers include:…

  • Ardisia

    Ardisia

    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…

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  • Phalaenopsis

    Phalaenopsis

    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…

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  • Picea conica

    Picea conica

    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…

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  • Cymbidium

    Cymbidium

    Cymbidium Name:Cymbidium (commonly known as the boat orchid) Family:Orchidaceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:late fall to early spring Best time to buy:autumn Max Height:30cm – 120 cm Sun/Shadow:party sun Wintergreen:Yes Humidity:high humidity Origin Cymbidium orchids, native to Asia’s mountainous and subtropical regions, have been admired in China and Japan for thousands of years. By the 19th…

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