Begonias belong to the genus Begonia which contains over 1,300 species of annuals, perennials, climbers, and shrubs. They can be divided into 7 groups: cane-like, rex-cultorum, rhizomatous, semperflorens, scandent or trailing, shrub-like, and tuberous. Of these 7 groups, the most popular flowering types are semperflorens (wax-leaf Begonias) and tuberous (tuberous Begonias). These are grown as … Read more
Anthuriums are remarkable for their elegant display of the spadix-with-a-spathe type of inflorescence, and yet their leaf variations can also steal the show. Anthuriums can vary based on sizes, leaf shapes, venations, sizes and colors, spadix hues as well as spathe features and textures. A spadix looks different from a typical flower because it appears … Read more
Graptoveria is a perennial succulent that is known for its eye-catching leaves and flowers. If you’re a fan of the rosette forms of either Echeveria or Graptopetalum succulents, you’ll certainly have an appreciation for this hybrid. Sun-loving and drought-tolerant, its cultivars are fairly low-maintenance and are suitable for beginner gardeners. Generally, Graptoveria thrives best in … Read more
You may have never seen a flower as intricately beautiful as the Passion flower. Its delicate floral appearance and delectable fruits make it a garden favorite for folk in Central America. If you didn’t figure it out yet, this is the same Passion flower that bears the Passion fruit! The passion flower has many uses … Read more
You must be thinking that this Mimosa is something you would order from a fancy cocktail bar, but this is definitely more than just a classy drink! Its small pom pom-like flowers come in many clusters that are also a favorite in gardens and yards. Just like the fancy drink, its colors are just as … Read more
This beautiful flower is most fabulously known to resemble a beautiful bird! It may not be a real bird, but how its flowers are intricately formed and how beautiful and rich the colors are just might mistake it for one! The Strelitzia flowers hail from a country as rich and diverse as its colors. These … Read more
It’s often said that April comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb, meaning that the first month of spring usually starts harshly but ends with more enjoyable weather. This is when nature wakes from her cold, dormant slumber and begins to transform into a green, lush paradise. It is also during … Read more
Every once in a while spider ivy needs to be repotted and transplanted. Once your plant has outgrown its container, it’s time to size up! This will allow the plant to continue growing healthily and quickly. If you’ve never moved your spider plant before or you’re not sure where to start, this guide will help … Read more
When it comes to knowing the birth flowers by month, you cannot ignore March. March is the last month of winter, offering promises of warmer weather and good times ahead. It is also home to St. Patrick’s Day and (sometimes) Easter. The birth flower Daffodil helps to celebrate March births and the coming of spring … Read more
February – the shortest month of the year and home to both Valentine’s Day and the infamous Leap Day. With so many unique qualities, February is a very special birth month. Although one might expect the rose to be the official birth flower for February because of Valentine’s Day, February birthdays are celebrated with Violets … Read more