Growing Plumerias in Hawaii Other / Books Hawaii is home to some of the most exotic plumerias in the world. Reputed to awaken the senses with their colors, fragrances, shapes and foliage, plumeria blossoms require delicate care and skill. Flora enthusiasts will find a plethora of information here about different types of plumeria, asexual propagation, … Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 09:23:47 (11550 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Yucca filamentosa - Adam's needle Plants / Perennials Adam’s needle is a great plant which looks as if stolen from sandy deserts in Mexico. Truth is that this plant is native to southern parts of the USA, not necessarily the driest. In both Czech and Slovak republic this plant has been slightly overused over the past few decades in either neglected gardens … Contributed by havlis 25.09. 2016 20:15:20 (12831 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Wisteria sinensis 'Alba' - Chinese wisteria Plants / Climber Plants Chinese wisteria is no doubt the queen of flowering climbers. Alba variety bears clusters of very fragrant, pure white flowers that are 25-35 cm long and appear on bare wood earlier than on other wisterias, usually in April. Rather exotic looking pinnate leaves are mid green and densely cover the plant … Contributed by havlis 12.06. 2016 10:31:21 (16070 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Waterlilies and Lotuses Other / Books Species, Cultivars, and New Hybrids | In this fully updated work, Perry Slocum describes nearly 500 species and cultivars of the crowning jewels of water gardens, the waterlilies and lotuses. This book includes more than 130 of the best new hybrids introduced since the landmark Water Gardening: Water … Contributed by amazon 14.04. 2007 12:05:32 (14188 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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The Gardener's Peony Other / Books Peonies are virtually unrivalled in a their ability to bring impact and drama to a garden. Once established they flourish for decades, bringing large quantities of flamboyant blooms in a magical range of hues and outstanding, often finely cut foliage. This informative guide highlights the best peonies … Contributed by amazon 07.04. 2007 11:43:59 (14018 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Davidia involucrata - dove tree Plants / Deciduous Trees This elegant and rather exotic looking tree is still rare in cultivation in Europe. It was believed to have been extinct after the glacial era, however, in late 19th century some specimens were found in Sichuan, China. Dove tree was brought to Britain in 1903 and cultivated as a rarity in some gardens … Contributed by havlis 17.03. 2008 10:56:54 (28390 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Gunnera manicata - giant gunnera Plants / Perennials Giant gunnera is probably the biggest herbaceous perennial in the world, apart from banana trees. This exotic looking plant is called dinosaur’s food and comes from the Andes (Chile, Costa Rica, Columbia) where it can grow 3 m tall. … Contributed by havlis 12.08. 2014 21:24:42 (15882 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Hippeastrum 'Lady Jane' - Amaryllis Plants / Bulbs Amaryllis Lady Jane Apricot rose with a faint stripe of white. Holland s finest strain produces more huge flowers per bulb than any other strain. The spectacular breathtaking beauty of the brilliant colors must be seen to be believed. Blooms over 8 across. … Contributed by amazon 18.10. 2007 09:52:15 (41678 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Arum italicum - lords and ladies Plants / Perennials Lords-and-ladies is an old favourite among tuberous plants. And as you can tell by the Latin name, it does not come from Bangladesh though it looks rather exotic. The arrow-shaped leaves are very attractive, marbled green with conspicuous creamy white or yellowish veins. They are popular for flower bouquets. … Contributed by havlis 20.04. 2008 21:24:42 (93097 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Tillandsia cyanea 'Pink Quill' - Air Plant Plants / Other Lava rock from the Big Island of Hawaii is hand selected to provide a home for your Pink Quill Tillandsia plant. These exotic plants thrive on their rock homes and make excellent house, dormitory or office plants! … Contributed by amazon 14.09. 2007 08:46:34 (46450 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Campsis radicans 'Flava' - trumpet creeper Plants / Deciduous Trees Tree form This trumpet creeper is really trained into a small tree. 1 or 2 meter tall trunk with a blooming crown gives this exotic looking plant a new glamour. Beautiful, golden-yellow flowers grow at the ends of new branches. They come out in July and don’t stop till the first frosts. … Contributed by havlis 28.08. 2012 12:14:06 (36608 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Albizia julibrissin 'Boubri' OMBRELLA® - silk tree Plants / Deciduous Trees Mimosaceae plants are popular mainly in southern Europe as they are very drought tolerant. Even though they come from subtropical parts of the world we can also grow some of them in our climate. Ombrella® belongs to the hardy group. It was a chance selection from France which was observed and cultivated, … Contributed by havlis 05.03. 2008 12:51:56 (135114 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Bamboo for Gardens Other / Books Bamboos evoke an exotic atmosphere wherever they are used? unfortunately, they are too often kept out of our gardens for fear of their invasive qualities or lack of hardiness. In truth, these elegant grasses, encompassing both woody and herbaceous forms, can achieve dramatic yet restrained effects in … Contributed by amazon 29.03. 2007 12:02:44 (13601 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Sorbus cashmiriana 'Chinese lace' - Kashmir rowan Plants / Deciduous Trees Kashmir used to be a principality in the Himalayas known for its extraordinary shawl wool. It was super soft, warm and expensive. Hence, everything connected with the name Kashmir evoked feeling of exotic beauty and high price. Kashmir rowan is a beautiful tree that, luckily, is not an expensive item. … Contributed by havlis 04.10. 2016 16:23:44 (19142 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Albizia julibrissin 'Ernest Wilson' - acacia Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Mimosaceae plants are popular mainly in southern Europe as they are very drought tolerant. Even though they come from subtropical parts of the world we can also grow some of them in our climate. Ernest Wilson is a selection found in Korea in early 1900´s. It grew in a colder zone which predestined it … Contributed by havlis 07.06. 2008 06:37:07 (44463 readers) Match on Article's text | |
The Rose's Kiss Other / Books A Natural History Of Flowers | Flowers bring joy and beauty to our lives, from the smallest patch of daisies outside our window to the elaborate floral decorations on display at weddings, banquets, and funerals. As well as offering aesthetic benefits, they teach us much about how the world works-each … Contributed by amazon 25.04. 2007 21:47:09 (15992 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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