Plants

The Arizona Cypress, scientifically known as Hesperocyparis arizonica, is a species of tree native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. This evergreen tree belongs to the Cupressaceae family. The tiny leaves of an Arizona cypress tree look like scales and come in different shades of green in different varieties including gray-green and blue-green. The Arizona … Read more

The Nootka Cypress, also known as the Alaska Cedar or Yellow Cedar, is a species of coniferous tree native to the coastal regions of the Pacific Northwest. Its scientific name is Callitropsis nootkatensis, and it belongs to the Cupressaceae family. The tree is named after the Nuu-chah-nulth people, also known as the Nootka, who are … Read more

Magnolia stellata, the star magnolia, is a slow-growing deciduous shrub or small tree. It bears large, showy white or pink flowers in early spring, before its leaves open. This species is closely related to the Kobushi magnolia, and is treated by many botanists as a variety or even a cultivar of that. However, Magnolia stellata was accepted … Read more

Hinoki Cypress, scientifically known as Chamaecyparis obtusa, is an evergreen tree native to central Japan and Taiwan. It’s also called False Cypress or Japanese Cypress. It is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 35 meters (115 feet) in height, though it is often smaller when cultivated. Dwarf hinoki cypress cultivars make good … Read more

Guava fruit trees, scientifically known as Psidium guajava, are tropical trees native to Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and northern South America. They are found in many regions worldwide, including Africa, Asia, Central America, South America, and the West Indies. Guavas also grow in southwestern Europe, specifically the Costa del Sol on Málaga, (Spain) and Greece where guavas have … Read more

Sweetbay magnolia is just one of the familiar names for Magnolia virginiana. Named for the locale of its first discovery, North America, early colonists introduced sweetbay magnolia to England. This semi-evergreen to evergreen broadleaf tree found favor for its white, lemon-rose-scented flowers and its green leaves with silvery undersides. Among the unique facts related to … Read more

The Saucer Magnolia, scientifically known as Magnolia x soulangeana, is a hybrid plant that was first bred in the early 19th century by a French plantsman named Étienne Soulange-Bodin. Soulange-Bodin was a retired cavalry officer who served under Napoleon Bonaparte. After retiring from the military, he pursued his passion for horticulture and became the director … Read more

The Jane magnolia tree, scientifically known as Magnolia x ‘Jane’, has a fascinating history that intertwines botany, horticulture, and human ingenuity. This stunning tree is a result of a cross between Magnolia liliiflora ‘Reflorescens’ and Magnolia stellata ‘Waterlily,’ both of which have their own rich histories. Magnolia liliiflora, also known as the lily magnolia or … Read more

Overview Gerbera daisy, a member of the Asteraceae plant family and related to sunflowers, is native to tropical regions of South America, Africa and Asia. The main feature of gerbera daisy is that, Green bushy foliage grows from the base of the plant up to 6 inches below the flower heads, leaving the brightly colored … Read more

Overview Begonia maculata is wonderful as summer container specimen that effortlessly lights up shady areas with lush leaves and masses of flowers. Begonias are one of the most prevalently cultivated plants in both tropical and subtropical climates. Begonias are also a popular choice in cooler climates as an indoor plant-a great way to brighten up … Read more