Tropical Flowering Shrub: Hibiscus
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 29TH, 2011 | ANNUALS, EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, OUTDOOR, PERENNIALS, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 5A, ZONE 5B, ZONE 6A, ZONE 6B, ZONE 7A, ZONE 7B, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Hibiscus is large genus of flowering bushes, small trees, herbs and shrubs from topical and sub-tropical climates. There are a number of ornamental species of Hibiscus popular among gardeners for their attractive foliage and lovely flowers. Besides its value as ornamental flowering plant, Hibiscus is used in preparation of beverages and red tea which is […]

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 […]

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 […]

Evergreen Ornamental Tree for Arid Climates: Nymania Capensis
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 13TH, 2011 | DROUGHT TOLERANT PLANTS, SHRUBS AND BUSHES, TREES, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9B

Also known as Chinese Lantern for its beautiful, rose-pink and papery seed pods that actually look like Chinese paper lantern, Nymania Capensis is an evergreen shrubby tree. It is native of hot and arid regions of Africa especially the deserts of Namibia. This small tree bears small but green, leathery and stiff leaves. The plant […]

Beautiful Ground Cover for Landscapes: Creeping Jenny
BY WIKILAWN | JUNE 12TH, 2011 | CREEPERS, ZONE 3A, ZONE 3B, ZONE 4A, ZONE 4B, ZONE 5A, ZONE 5B, ZONE 6A, ZONE 6B, ZONE 7A, ZONE 7B, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B

Lysimachia or Creeping Jenny is a genus of several annual and perennial plants from temperate and subtropical regions of Asia and Europe. Usually used as border plants and ground covers, Lysimachia bear attractive yellow flowers in spring. The most popular species from of this genus is Lysimachia Nummularia (Creeping Jenny), which is suitable for growing as […]

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