Evergreen Tropical Tree of Jamun: Syzygium Cumini
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 23RD, 2011 | PERENNIALS, TREES, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Syzygium Cumini or Jaumn tree has a special significance with the monsoon of the Indian sub-continent. This is the time when big old trees of Jamun whirl in monsoon winds and spread a hint of fragrance in rainy days. The purple-black fruit of Jamun ripens and is eaten very fondly. Jamun (also known as Java […]

Decorative Flowering Plant: Gypsophila, Baby’s Breath
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 22ND, 2011 | ANNUALS, FLOWERS, HERBACEOUS, PERENNIALS, SHRUBS AND BUSHES, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 3A, ZONE 3B, ZONE 4A, ZONE 4B, ZONE 5A, ZONE 5B, ZONE 6A, ZONE 6B, ZONE 7A, ZONE 7B, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Gypsophila is a genus of about 100 very decorative flowering plants. A number of species are grown commercially and used as cut flowers in floral arrangements or as fillers in flower bouquets. For gardeners and landscape designers, Gypsophila are prime choice for rock gardens and borders. These herbaceous perennial and annual plants produce dense sprays of small […]

Flowering Plant for Hot and Dry Landscapes: Kangaroo Paws
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 21ST, 2011 | DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS, FLOWERS, OUTDOOR, PERENNIALS, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

If you are looking for flowering plants for a low maintenance garden landscape, Anigozanthos should be on top of your list. Since they are native of south-west Australia, these hardy perennials would grow as very nice flowering plants in a dry and hot climate. Commonly known as Kangaroo Paws, Anigozanthos are popular for their nice and usual flowers that […]

Colorful Foliage Plant for Indoor/Outdoor Gardens: Episcia
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 21ST, 2011 | FOLIAGE PLANT, HERBACEOUS, INDOOR, OUTDOOR, PERENNIALS

Episcia is a genus of eight perennial and herbaceous plants from tropical regions of Central and South America. Grown as ornamental houseplants for their beautiful foliage, Episcia produce colorful, often variegated, broad leaves of green or reddish-green colors. Variegation is usually yellow and flowers vary from red-pink, orange, purple and white. One of the common […]

Wandering Jew: Colorful Ground Cover and Hanging Plant
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 14TH, 2011 | CREEPERS, DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS, PERENNIALS, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Looking for a colorful addition to your garden beds, landscape or indoor garden? Try Setcreasea. Setcreasea is a group of low-growing perennials plants grown for their attractive and colorful foliage. They are very versatile plants and can be grown in garden beds or rockeries, as ground cover or ornamental hanging plants, or as indoor container […]

Dazzling, Lovely Flowers of Portulaca
BY WIKILAWN | MAY 22ND, 2011 | ANNUALS, DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS, FLOWERS, PERENNIALS, WINDOW GARDENS

Portulaca (Buy seeds online), commonly known as Moss Rose, is a drought tolerant flowering ‘weed’ that bears splashes of colorful flowers in hot and dry climates. Both annual and perennial species of Portulaca are grown commercially and used as ground cover. Almost all species have small and fleshy leaves; grow without requiring much care, and […]

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