Pereskia, the Rose Cactus
BY WIKILAWN | SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2012 | CACTI, DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS, FLOWERS, OUTDOOR, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Pereskia is a genus of shrub-like cacti that are naturally found in tropical regions of Mexico and Brazil. The genus is believed to belong to ancient species of cacti that managed to keep their leaves and shrub like structure and did not evolve in to other cacti that we know today. Though the genus of […]

Ornamental Red Ginger Plant: Alpinia purpurata
BY WIKILAWN | SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2012 | FLOWERS, FOLIAGE PLANT, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Alpinia purpurata, commonly known as Red Ginger, is an ornamental perennial that forms large leafy clumps. Originally native to tropical regions of the Central America and Asia, Alpinia purpurata is grown in many parts of the world as ornamental foliage plant. Like other plants in this genus, Alpinia purpurata grows best in a rich soil […]

Lovely Foliage and Flowering Trees: Melaleuca
BY WIKILAWN | SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2012 | EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, FOLIAGE PLANT, SHRUBS AND BUSHES, TREES, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Melaleuca is a genus of evergreen shrubs and small trees from Australia. The genus is known for its horticultural use as well as medicinal effects and soothing properties. Melaleuca are popular ornamental plants in tropical or sub-tropical climates where they are grown for their vibrant foliage and attractive flowers. The foliage is usually fragrant, the […]

Lovely Succulent Plants for Landscapes: Dudleya
BY WIKILAWN | SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2012 | COLD CLIMATE, DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS, EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, FOLIAGE PLANT, OUTDOOR, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 6A, ZONE 6B, ZONE 7A, ZONE 7B, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Dudleya is a small genus of rosette-forming succulent plants form California and Mexico. Grown for their lovely formation, most Dudleyas are strikingly beautiful when grown in landscapes or as specimen plants. A Dudleya is usually characterized by a green or silvery-white, succulent leaves that grow on a short stem to form a small rosette. Most […]

Serruria florida, the Blushing Bride
BY WIKILAWN | AUGUST 22ND, 2012 | EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, OUTDOOR, SHRUBS AND BUSHES, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

The beautiful plant in this picture is Serruria florida or Blushing Bride – as it is commonly known in horticulture. Serruria florida represents a genus of approximately 50 species of evergreen shrubs. Almost all plants from the genus of Serruria produce exquisite and long lasting flowers. Serruria florida itself is grown for long lasting cut […]

Tropical Shrubs and Trees for Lovely Flowers: Tibouchina
BY WIKILAWN | AUGUST 22ND, 2012 | EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, SHRUBS AND BUSHES, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Tibouchina (Buy Online), commonly known as Princess Flower or Glory Flower, is a genus of beautiful bloomers from tropical regions of Mexico and the Americas, especially Brazil. When in bloom, Tibouchina plants are perfect head turners with bunches of vivid pink and purple flowers. How to Grow Tibouchina The genus includes evergreen shrubs and small trees that love warm […]

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