Lovely Flowering Vine for Tropical Garden: Distictis buccinatoria
BY WIKILAWN | AUGUST 6TH, 2012 | CREEPERS, EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Distictis is a small genus of flowering vines from tropical regions of West Indies and the Americas. These evergreen and sun-loving vines grow rapidly and produce showy flowers in spring and summer. Their fresh green foliage and attractive flowers make them a good choice for tropical gardens. The plants in the genus of Distictis have […]

Magnolia grandiflora, Lovely Flowering Tree for Warm Climates
BY WIKILAWN | JULY 23RD, 2012 | EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, MEDICINAL PLANTS, OUTDOOR, TREES, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 6A, ZONE 6B, ZONE 7A, ZONE 7B, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Magnolia is a large genus of deciduous and evergreen trees that are popular for their beautiful and scented flowers. This is also one of the longest surviving trees on the planet dating back to about 95 million years ago, that is why mention of Magnolia is found in ancient as well as modern culture and […]

Pisonia umbellifera, the Bird Catcher Tree
BY WIKILAWN | JULY 21ST, 2012 | EVERGREEN, FOLIAGE PLANT, OUTDOOR, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11

Pisonia is a genus of shrubs and small trees suitable for gardens as a specimen plant. The plant is grown for its foliage though is known for its sticky fruits that often trap insects and small birds – this giving it its common name – Bird Cather Tree. Pisonia is majorly represented by variegated variety […]

Colorful Ground Cover with Lovely Flowers: Polygonum capitatum
BY WIKILAWN | JULY 9TH, 2012 | CREEPERS, EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, FOLIAGE PLANT, OUTDOOR, ZONE 4A, ZONE 4B, ZONE 5A, ZONE 5B, ZONE 6A, ZONE 6B, ZONE 7A, ZONE 7B, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B

Polygonum is a large genus of very versatile and multipurpose plants. The genus includes several climbers, ground covers, aquatics, and small perennials and annuals that can be grown quickly and easily. Most species of Polygonum are low-growing plants that produce colorful foliage and delicate flowers of various colors. Propagated from seeds or cuttings, Polygonums are […]

Ornamental Houseplant for Tropical Climate: Aphelandra squarrosa (Zebra Plant)
BY WIKILAWN | JULY 5TH, 2012 | EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, FOLIAGE PLANT, PERENNIALS, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11

Aphelandra, usually known as Zebra Plant, is an evergreen perennial from tropical climates. It is popular among gardeners and horticulturists for its beautiful foliage and flowers. The genus includes about 170 species of evergreen bushes; all known by the common name – Zebra Plant. Aphelandras or Zebra Plants are characterized by large, showy and glossy […]

Pennisetum: Ornamental Grasses for Landscapes and Gardens
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 28TH, 2012 | ANNUALS, COMPANION PLANTS, CONTAINER GARDEN, DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS, EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, GARDEN LANDSCAPE, ORNAMENTAL GRASSES, OUTDOOR, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 5A, ZONE 5B, ZONE 6A, ZONE 6B, ZONE 7A, ZONE 7B, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Pennisetum is a genus of annual and perennial ornamental grasses from tropical and temperate regions of the world. Some popular species from this genus include millet, grain and some fodder plants. These ornamental grasses are known for their foliage and flowers that really add ornamental value to gardens and landscapes. Pennisetum are generally tough, drought-tolerant […]

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