Category: Highlighted Plants & Flowers

Tulip Name:Tulip Family:Liliaceae Type Plant:Perennial flowering bulb Flowering time:Early to mid-spring Best time to buy:autumn / winter Max Height:10-60 cm Sun/Shadow:Shadow Origin Tulips may seem typically Dutch, but their origins trace back to ancient Iran, Afghanistan, and Kazakhstan. Nomads brought these vibrant flowers to Turkey, where even sultans adorned their turbans with them. By the…

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…

Name:Symphoricarpos Family:Caprifoliaceae Type Plant:Deciduous shrub Flowering time:Summer and autumn Best time to buy:Autumn Max Height:80 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Origin of Symphoricarpos cut flowersSymphoricarpos, also called snowberry, comes from North and Central America. It’s a shrub that produces clusters of small, round berries and delicate flowers. These berries often appear in autumn, making…

Physalis Name:Physalis Family:Solanaceae Type Plant:Perennial or annual herbaceous plant (depending on the climate) Flowering time:Summer (June to August) Best time to buy:Late spring (for planting) or autumn (when fruit is ripe) Max Height:30-90 cm Sun/Shadow:Sun Origin Physalis, known as the Paper Lantern, is a fascinating botanical wonder with a history that spans continents. Originating in…

Gypsophila Name:Gypsophila (commonly Baby’s Breath) Family:Caryophyllaceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:Late spring to summer Best time to buy:Summer Max Height:50-90cm Sun/Shadow:Prefers full sun Gypsophila, commonly known as baby’s breath, is a staple filler flower in the floral industry, valued for its delicate, cloud-like clusters of tiny blooms. It brings lightness, texture, and volume to arrangements without…

Veronica Name:Veronica Family:Plantaginaceae Type Plant:Perrnial Flowering time:Late spring to late summer Best time to buy:During summer Max Height:60-90 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Veronica is an elegant and versatile fresh cut flower prized for its slender spikes, fine texture, and long-lasting freshness. Known for adding vertical lines and movement to floral arrangements, Veronica brings both charm and…

Chrysanthemum Santini Name:Chrysanthemum Santini Family:Asteraceae Type Flower:Perennial Flowering time:August to November Best time to buy:Around the blooming period Max Height:30-100 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Trim the stems at an angle Before placing your Chrysanthemums Santini in a vase, it’s important to trim the stems at an 45-degree angle. This allows for better water absorption and helps…

Zantedeschia Name:Zantedeschia (Also known as Calla Lily) Family:Araceae Type Plant:Perennial Flowering time:Late spring to summer Best time to buy:Summer Max Height:40-90 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Zantedeschia cut flowers, also called calla lilies, are known for their smooth, trumpet-like shape and bright colors. They are often used in flower arrangements for weddings, events, or…

Kalanchoe Thyrsiflora Name:Kalanchoe Thyrsiflora Family:Crassulaceae Type Plant:Succulent Flowering time:Spring to Summer Best time to buy:Summer Max Height:30-60 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Wintergreen:No Humidity:Low Kalanchoe thyrsiflora, commonly known as paddle plant or flapjack, is a visually striking succulent admired for its bold, architectural form and minimal care needs. Its broad, fleshy leaves form a…

Gentiana Name:Gentiana Family:Gentianaceae Type Plant:Herbaceous perennial Flowering time:June to September Best time to buy:During the Summer Max Height:Around 60 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun to partial shade Gentiana is a cut flower known for its vivid blue tones and elegant, tubular blooms. Native to alpine regions, this striking flower brings a touch of wild, natural beauty to…

Crassula Name:Crassula (Jade Plant) Family:Crassulaceae Type Plant:Succulent, evergreen perennial Flowering time:Winter to Summer Best time to buy:Spring to Summer Max Height:up to 1 meter Sun/Shadow:Bright light to full sun Wintergreen:Yes Humidity:Low humidity Crassula, commonly known as jade plant or money tree, is a popular pot plant favored for its sculptural beauty, low maintenance, and long-lasting…

Celosia Name:Celosia Family:Amaranthaceae Type Flower:Annual flower Flowering time:Spring to early fall Best time to buy:Spring to summer Max Height:75 cm Sun/Shadow:Full sun Celosia, sometimes called as brain flower, stands out for its unique shape and vibrant color palette — ranging from flame-like plumes to velvety cockscombs. It adds rich texture and form to floral arrangements…