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Chamaedorea elegans, the neanthe bella palm or parlour palm, is a species of small palm tree native to the rainforests in Southern Mexico and Guatemala. The parlor palm is one of the most extensively sold houseplant palms in the world. It is one of several species with leaves that are harvested as xate. This palm … Read more
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
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 ‘Emily McKenzie’ is a part of the Crocosmia genus, which belongs to the Iris family, Iridaceae, and is native to South Africa. It is a hybrid cultivar named after a prominent Danish plant breeder, Emily McKenzie. It features large, saffron orange flowers with a strong maroon stripe and golden yellow throats, rising gracefully above … 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
The Lemon Cypress, scientifically referred to as Cupressus macrocarpa ‘Goldcrest’ or commonly also known as Golden Cypress or Italian Stone is believed to have originated from a mutation or selective breeding of the Monterey cypress. It was introduced as a cultivated plant for landscaping and container gardening because of its compact size, unique coloration, and … Read more
Tulips are spring-blooming perennial herbaceous bulbiferous geophytes in the Tulipa genus. Their flowers are usually large, showy, and brightly coloured. They often have a different coloured blotch at the base of the tepals, internally. The name “tulip” is thought to be derived from a Persian word for turban, which it may have been thought to resemble by those who … Read more