The chrysanthemum is a treasured beautiful flower like no other. It is used in the ornamental and culinary field as well as in traditional folkloric medicine. Similar to the other flowers from the Aster family, a chrysanthemum holds deep meaning and symbolism. For example, a white, red, or orange chrysanthemum means hope, love, and happiness. … Read more
The poppy is quite a well known flower and name for a baby girl most people choose! Once you first hear the name of this flower, you would think it’s preppy and well – very poppy-lar! It is though – no doubt about that. With its popularity comes meaning and symbolism not quite what you … Read more
If you’re a newbie to the world of succulents, you should definitely build your first collection with a few Haworthia species. They make great houseplants and are staple options in plant nurseries all over the world. Moreover, they are fairly easy to maintain and don’t require constant attention. Many gardeners appreciate Haworthia cultivars for their … Read more
The bunny ears cactus belongs to the Opuntia genus, commonly known as prickly pear. This particular species does not grow as tall as other Opuntias but spreads fairly easily. It’s quite an attractive cactus with elongated tear-shaped pads that are fleshy. This cactus does not have spines but has a multitude of hair-like prickles called … Read more
Bunny ears cactus is a popular cactus variety that many enthusiasts and succulent collectors like to grow. It’s the perfect specimen to plant in a pot for keeping either outdoors or inside near a bright, sunny window. This species of cactus requires minimal care except for the occasional watering. There are a number of cultivars … Read more
Haworthia attenuata is one of the most well-known succulents. It is often confused with Haworthia fasciata, with which it shares many of its features. Here’s the main difference between the two: H. attenuata has protuberances on the inner surface of its leaves, making it highly textured. H. fasciata, on the other hand, has smooth inner … Read more
Now here is another flower whose name seems very peculiar at first. If you look at the osmanthus tree closely, it slightly resembles a flower most popular during the Christmas season. Guessed it yet? It looks a lot like the Holly plant with its bright berries, delicate flowers, and holly-like leaves! Osmanthus plants are often … Read more
Haworthia limifolia is a tough succulent that can be grown outdoors or indoors. Its light to deep green leaves are highly textural as they have shallow grooves that are oriented horizontally across each leaf. For this reason, the species has been likened to a washboard. The texture, which is only noticeable up close, is pleasant … Read more
It isn’t every day that you can come across an orchid and its exotic beauty. The most interesting thing about this flower is not only its ornamental beauty. It lies hidden in its meaning and symbolism. For example, a white, blue, and red orchid each means grace, tranquility, and love. A green, yellow, and orange … Read more
Barrel cacti are easy to grow and require minimal watering. They originate from arid desert regions of North America and Mexico. For this reason, they’re well adapted to surviving drought conditions. You can grow these lovely cacti outside as long as you have really well-drained soil. They’re ideal for growing in rock gardens or desert-type … Read more