32 Stunning Types and Varieties of Tulips That You Can Easily Grow

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Growing tulips is so rewarding. There are so many different types of tulips that you can grow, that it would be impossible to give you a complete list.  It becomes even more challenging when tulips are grouped into various divisions according to their bloom time, flower shape, and stem height. Therefore, we’ve decided to showcase … Read more

18 Types of Heather Plants You Can Grow

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Scotch Heather is a beautiful flowering shrub that is native to Europe and is often found growing wild on the Scottish moors.  Its botanical name is Calluna vulgaris and it’s the only species in the Calluna genus. Surprisingly, however, there are around 500 cultivars of this species that have been bred over the years. Gardeners … Read more

32 Most Beautiful Daffodil Types and Varieties To Grow In Your Garden

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Daffodils are one of the most popular spring bulbs! They belong to the genus Narcissus and there are around 50 species. Daffodils are divided into 13 groups botanically, but the most popular garden varieties are N. pseudonarcissus, N. jonquilla, and N. poeticus, and their hybrids.  The genus name Narcissus comes from Greek Mythology where a … Read more

Top 8 Types of Gasteraloe Cultivars That You Can Grow

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Gasteraloe succulents are delightful plants that will add a little color and interest to your collection. It’s believed that these plants originated in South Africa and are a hybrid mix between Aloe and Gasteria succulent. These hybrid plants have the same pretty rosette structure as aloe and thick fleshy leaves that hold moisture. These are … Read more

9 Best Types of Hoodia Succulents

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Hoodia are fantastic succulents that are often mistaken as cacti due to their growth forms. Instead of producing slender shoots with fleshy leaves, they grow as enlarged columnar stems that are covered in spikes. This adaptation has allowed them to thrive in a harsh desert environment. Ornamental varieties are best grown outdoors as sunlight is … Read more

23 Types of Coral Bells: Heuchera Varieties That You Can Grow

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Coral bells are lovely colorful foliage plants that grow really well in shaded gardens. They are relatively easy to care for and just require regular moisture and division every 3 or 4 years to extend their life. Originating in North America, these plants have been cultivated for many years and enthusiastic growers and plant nurseries … Read more