It will come as no surprise that the world of flowers, trees, shrubs, and vines is a vast one. With so many choices around us, it can seem impossible at times to narrow down the selection to just a few plants! Luckily for us, a plant’s needs, maintenance levels, and even “look” play a huge … Read more
Hawthorn flowers are just as unique and beautiful as their floral name. It appears as a cluster of small dainty flowers on shrubs or small trees. Although it may not seem much, but up close and personal these flowers are very cute yet attractive. Hawthorns are used in many fields such as in ornamentals, culinary, … Read more
Konichiwa! You probably already know that cherry blossoms are just one of the things that make Japan such a tourist destination – aside from their delicious ramen! From being decorated onto clothing and added as a motif in cuisines and sweet drinks, these flowers hold a very rich history. Aside from its history, cherry blossoms … Read more
The love people have for the beauty of tulips is just remarkable. Known as one of the most beloved flowers in the world, a tulip is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. It was famously used as an ornamental and as a cosmetic as well. The meaning and symbolism behind many tulip varieties … Read more
It’s no surprise at all that the rose is the queen of all flowers. Roses are the queen of all flowers because they’re a good choice for many all special occasions. It is the most popular floral name used for baby girls and is the most in-demand flower around the world! Roses (especially the rose … Read more
Claret cup cactus is one of the easiest cacti to grow. This plant is mostly grown for its spectacular flowers that adorn the plant during spring and summer. Depending on the variety, these flowers can range slightly in color but most are bright orange to red. Claret cup cacti are low-growing Echinocereus cacti but they … Read more
Few things are as visually stunning as the sight of a flowering claret cup cactus in the Mojave Desert in California. Imagine stepping over a rocky outcrop and before you is a sea of orangy-red flowers opening their bright faces to the sun. These plants are low-growing and only reach a height of about 1 … Read more
Maybe you’ve looked out at your garden recently and realized you would like a change, or you’re new to the gardening world and are keen to get started on your dream outdoor space! Either way, it is no secret that there is a huge selection of enchanting plants worth adding to any collection, but knowing … Read more
It may be time for a change in your garden, or perhaps you’re a new gardener who’s excited to start creating your dream outdoor space. One thing is for sure, all the researching and choosing of plants and flowers can seem a little overwhelming at first, after all, there are so many! Where should you … Read more
Ask anyone for a beautiful flower that begins with J and their immediate answer will probably be jasmine or Japanese anemone. Both are fantastic choices for the garden, but with so many flowering plants, shrubs, trees, and vines in the world, it couldn’t hurt to learn about some more unusual garden ornamentals! This short list … Read more