Category: Highlighted Plants & Flowers

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…

Waxflower Name:Waxflower Family:Myrtaceae Type Plant:Shrub Flowering time:Late winter to late spring (depending on climate) Best time to buy:autumn Max Height:(0.9-2.4 meters), depending on variety and growing conditions Sun/Shadow:Prefers full sun but tolerates light shade Origin Native to Western Australia, waxflowers thrive in dry, sandy soils and warm climates. Introduced to horticulture in the 20th century,…

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…

Calluna Beauty Ladies Name:Calluna Beauty Ladies Family:Ericaceae Type Plant:Evergreen perennial shrub Flowering time:Blooms from late summer to early fall, typically from August to September. Best time to buy:The best time to buy ‘Beauty Ladies’ heather is in spring and early summer when they are widely available in garden centers. Max Height:his variety generally reaches a…

Astilbe Name:Astilbe Family:Saxifragaceae Type Plant:Perennial herbaceous flowering plant Flowering time:Blooms from late spring to late summer, with peak blooming typically occurring in June to July. Best time to buy:pring and early summer are the best times to purchase Astilbe, as this is when they are usually available in garden centers. They can also be planted…

Aconitum Name:Aconitum Family:Ranunculaceae Type Plant:Perennial herbaceous plant Flowering time:Late summer to early autumn (July to October) Best time to buy:Spring (for planting or bulbs) Max Height:1-1.5 meters Sun/Shadow:Partial shade Aconitum is a truly remarkable cut flower with its rich history and distinctive characteristics. This flower is a great choice for any occasion. The colour spectrum…