Category: Growth & Care

The Rose of Sharon, a spectacular flowering shrub, often misleads with its name as it’s not a rose but rather a member of the Hibiscus family. The blossoms of this plant, usually blooming from late summer to early fall, bring a vibrant touch to gardens when many other plants have […]

Snowball Bush Viburnum, with its stunning spherical flower heads that resemble snowballs, creates a showy display in spring. These large blooms start out as pink-tinted buds and gradually change to pure white, living up to their snowball-like name. The plant belongs to the Viburnum genus, which includes more than 150 […]

Corkscrew Rush, scientifically known as Juncus effusus ‘Spiralis’, is a member of the rush family and stands out with its unique, twisted stems. These stems have a striking corkscrew appearance, leading to the plant’s name, and provide an exciting texture to the garden or home. Whether grown in a container […]

Wingpod Purslane, a unique and attractive plant, is a member of the Portulacaceae family. Known for its succulent leaves and vibrant flowers, it adds color and texture to gardens, rockeries, or as a container plant. The leaves are often green to gray-green, and the flowers, which bloom in summer, come […]

The Lychee, a tropical fruit tree native to China, has long been cherished for its delicious, fragrant fruit. With its rough, red outer skin and juicy, translucent white flesh, the Lychee is a favorite in many Asian cuisines. The tree itself is attractive, with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters […]

Rambutan, a tropical fruit bearing tree native to Southeast Asia, has been captivating taste buds with its sweet and sour flavor. This exotic tree produces fruit that’s covered in a hairy, red exterior, giving the Rambutan its unique appearance and name, derived from the Malay word “rambut,” meaning hair. Inside, […]

Mangosteen, known as the “queen of fruits,” is a tropical evergreen tree celebrated for its luscious, sweet, and tangy fruit. Native to Southeast Asia, the Mangosteen tree has dark-green glossy leaves and bears fruit with a thick, purple rind and juicy, aromatic white flesh. This fruit is renowned not just […]

The Silver Maple, a versatile and adaptable deciduous tree, is native to eastern North America. This beautiful tree is well-known for its unique leaves, which are green on top and a silvery-white beneath, hence the name “Silver Maple.” They are often found along river banks and in wetlands, playing a […]

The Norway Spruce, a coniferous evergreen tree, is known for its majestic beauty and widespread presence in various landscapes. Originating from Northern, Central, and Eastern Europe, the Norway Spruce is recognized for its deep green needles, reddish-brown cones, and dense branches that form a beautiful conical shape. It’s often associated […]

Chives, the smallest species of the edible onions, are a popular herb used in cuisines around the world. With a mild flavor that is more delicate than that of regular onions, chives are often used to garnish dishes and enhance the flavors of salads, soups, and sauces. The beautiful purple […]