Category: Highlighted Plants & Flowers

Dahlia Name:Dahlia Family:Asteraceae Type Plant:Perennial tuberous plant Flowering time:Mid-summer to autumn (July to October) Best time to buy:Spring – Summer Max Height:30-180 cm, depending on the variety Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Origin Dahlia is a beautiful and popular flower, appreciated for its blooms. Originally from Mexico, these flowers are now unmissable in homes and…

Lavandula Name:Lavandula Family:Lamiaceae Type Plant:Perennial shrub Flowering time:May to August Best time to buy:Spring – Summer Max Height:30 cm to 1 meter Sun/Shadow:Full sun Wintergreen:Evergreen in mild climates Humidity:Prefers dry to moderate humidity Lavandula is a fragrant, structured plant with silvery-green foliage and upright flower spikes. Its defined shape, aromatic presence, and long-lasting qualities make…

Bella Fuchsia Name:Bella Fuchsia Family:Onagraceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:May to October Best time to buy:During spring Max Height:30–50 cm Sun/Shadow:Partial shade to filtered sun Wintergreen:No Humidity:Likes moderate to high humidity The Fuchsia is a garden plant with a rich history and distinctive flowers in various colours. Fuchsias are exceptionally grateful and will cheer up your…

Eucalyptus Name:Eucalyptus Family:Myrtaceae Type Plant:Evergreen tree or shrub Flowering time:Spring to summer Best time to buy:Spring or early summer Max Height:Commonly 1–3 meters in gardens/pots Sun/Shadow:Full sun Wintergreen:Yes Humidity:Prefers low to moderate humidity The Eucalyptus is pretty special – it’s got these silver-blue leaves and a smell you can’t miss. There are loads of different…

Lewisia Name:Lewisia Family:Montiaceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:Spring to summer Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:10-30 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:Some species are evergreen Humidity:Low to moderate This hardy plant will also bring plenty of colour to any garden. Lewisia is a rock plant that remains green and flowers even in poor conditions. It…

Senecio Senetti Name:Senecio Senetti Family:Asteraceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:Early spring to early summer  Best time to buy:Early spring Max Height:30-50 cm Sun/Shadow:Partial sun to full sun Wintergreen:No Humidity:Moderate, prefers well-drained soil Senecio Senetti is an early-flowering plant admired for its bold, daisy-like blooms in vivid shades of blue, purple, pink, and magenta. Known for its…

Hydrangea Macrophylla Name:Hydrangea macrophylla Family:Hydrangeaceae Type Plant:Deciduous shrub Flowering time:Spring to early autumn Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:Up to 2 meters Sun/Shadow:Partial shade Wintergreen:No Humidity:Prefers moderate to high humidity Hydrangea macrophylla, also known as bigleaf hydrangea, is a beloved flowering shrub valued for its lush, voluminous flowers and vibrant colors. Available in shades of…

Begonia Name:Begonia Family:Begoniaceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:Early spring to late autumn Best time to buy:Early spring to late autumn Max Height:15-60 cm Sun/Shadow:Partial shade to full shade Wintergreen:Some varieties are evergreen, others die back in winter Humidity:Prefers high humidity Begonias are highly valued for their stunning blooms and lush foliage, making them a profitable addition…

Citrus plants Name:Citrus (e.g., Orange, Lemon, Lime, etc.) Family:Rutaceae Type Plant:Evergreen perennial tree or shrub Flowering time:Spring Best time to buy:Spring or early summer Max Height:Depending on variety Sun/Shadow:Full sun Wintergreen:Yes, evergreen Humidity:Moderate to high humidity preferred Citrus plants are a premium offering, perfect for florists looking to diversify their inventory with ornamental greenery. These…

Lisianthus Name:Lisianthus (Eustoma) Family:Gentianaceae Type Plant:Annual Flowering time:Summer to early autumn Best time to buy:Spring Max Height:30-90 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Lisianthus, also known as Eustoma, is a premium cut flower highly valued in the floral industry for its refined aesthetics and exceptional vase life. With delicate, rose-like blooms and a wide spectrum of colors, Lisianthus…

Ranunculus Name:Ranunculus Family:Ranunculaceae Type Plant:Perennial, often grown as an annual for cut flowers Flowering time:Spring to early summer (March to June) Best time to buy:Late winter to spring (when in bloom) Max Height:30-60 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Origin Ranunculus flowers come from a flower called Ranunculus Asiaticus, also known as Persian buttercup, sometimes…