Plants

Howea forsteriana, the Kentia palm, thatch palm, palm court palm, Sentry palm or paradise palm is a species of flowering plant in the palm family, Arecaceae. It hails from the lush rainforests of Lord Howe Island in Australia. It is also widely grown on Norfolk Island in the South Pacific Ocean, but thrives indoors in … Read more

The Okame Cherry Tree, scientifically known as Prunus x incam, is a hybrid species resulting from a cross between Prunus incisa (Fuji cherry) and Prunus campanulata (Taiwan or bellflower cherry). This little tree reaches up to 8 meters in height and boasts a beautiful silver bark. But the real showstopper is its showy pink flowers, … Read more

The Weeping Cherry Tree (Prunus x subhirtella), is a small deciduous flowering tree. It is ornamental tree in nature and is appreciated by many gardeners for its cascading branches and stunning blossoms. It is a hybrid between Prunus itosakura and Prunus incisa. It is a member of the Rosaceae family, which also includes other flowering … Read more

The Yoshino Cherry (Prunus × yedoensis), also known as the Tokyo Cherry Blossom or the Japanese Flowering Cherry, is a hybrid cherry tree. It is one of the most popular and widely planted cherry cultivars in temperate regions around the world today. The Yoshino cherry tree’s history can be traced back to the Edo period … Read more

Forsythia shrubs are deciduous flowering plants that belong to the genus Forsythia in the Oleaceae (olive) family. They are native to eastern Asia and are characterized by bright yellow flowers that bloom in early spring. Forsythia are fast-growing, with some varieties growing as much as 24 inches in a year. They can be grown in … Read more

Crocosmia ‘George Davison’ is a part of the Crocosmia genus, which belongs to the Iris family, Iridaceae, and is native to South Africa. It is a hybrid that resulted from a cross between Crocosmia aurea and Crocosmia pottsii. It was registered in 1900 and since then has been a popular garden choice ever. since. This … Read more

Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’ is a perennial plant with brilliant red, tubular flowers and sword-shaped leaves. It belongs to the genus Crocosmia, which comprises about eleven species native to South Africa, parts of central and east Africa, Sudan, and Madagascar. The ‘Lucifer’ variety was developed in 1966 and is recognized as the most popular and hardy crocosmia … Read more

Hydrangea petiolaris, a climbing hydrangea, is a species of flowering plant in the family Hydrangeaceae native to the woodlands of Japan, the Korean peninsula, and on Sakhalin island of easternmost Siberia in the Russian Far East.  This woody vine, known scientifically as Hydrangea anomala, climbing hydrangea is not a twining vine that wraps around supports, … Read more

Introduction You’ve decided you want to plant a tree with white flowers in your garden. Congratulations! Not only are these trees beautiful, but they also provide vital benefits to the environment. If you’re looking to add some eye-catching beauty to your landscape, these trees are a great option! In this guide, we’ll walk you through … Read more

Kwanzan cherry is a flowering cherry cultivar. Developed in the Edo period (1603-1868) of Japan, the Kwanzan cherry isn’t a single species but a cultivar. It’s believed to be the result of multiple interspecific hybridizations involving the Oshima cherry (Prunus serrulata). The original name of the tree is ‘Sekiyama,’ but it is rarely used. Sekiyama … Read more