A sure sign of spring is dandelions in bloom. Botanically known as Taraxacum officinale, Dandelions are a common plant of grassland and cultivated ground. It is native to Eurasia but has naturalized across the Northern Hemisphere.  Dandelion is a short-lived perennial that will grow just about anywhere, regardless of soil conditions, but rich soil will […]

Yellow daylilies bring a bright, cheerful glow to any garden with their sunny, uplifting hues. From soft buttery shades to bold golden tones, these stunning blooms add warmth, energy, and vibrancy to flower beds, borders, and mixed plantings. Yellow flowers are perfect for creating a welcoming atmosphere, whether used as a focal point or to […]

Lamium purpureum, commonly known as Dead Nettle, is usually classified as a winter annual. Young plants generally emerge following seed germination in the fall, live through the winter as seedlings, and grow and mature rapidly during early spring. Dead Nettle tends to grow in patches and is easily recognized by its distinctive red or purple-green […]

As a winter annual in Florida. Starting in March, delphinium produces spikes of blossoms that are great for cutting and using in arrangements.  Delphinium Delphinium is a genus in the Ranunculaceae family. It is technically a perennial, but is grown can be started by seed, but you should be able to find transplants at your […]

Desert rose is a low-maintenance succulent that produces dozens of trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of pink, rose, or white in the summer. Like many succulents, it needs conditions that are bright, warm, and dry. Desert rose makes a dramatic specimen for a deck or patio, but since it’s sensitive to temperatures below 40 degrees, it’s […]

Devil’s Trumpet, also known as Black Datura, was mainly used culturally, medicinally, and as an ornamental plant in India. With its complex blossoms that remind one of upright-growing angel trumpet blossoms, it’s a very beautiful pot plant that grows fast and even reaches an impressive size in annual growth. Its blossoms emit an intense scent […]

The Dianthus genus includes over 27,000 registered cultivar names. They are grown as annuals, biennials, and evergreen perennials. Flowers are 5-parted, fragrant, pink-lilac, pink-purple, or white, often with picotee margins.  Dianthus should be planted in full sun, but it can tolerate some shade. Well-drained soil and good air circulation are necessary to avoid root rot […]

Dittany of Crete is also referred to as Eronda, Diktamo, and by other various names. Dittany of Crete is an herbaceous perennial that grows wild on the rocky faces and gorges that make up the island of Crete, a multi-branched, 6 to 12 inch herb with round, soft, fuzzy, grey leaves emanating from slender arching […]

Botanically known as Dictamnus albus, White Dittany is a species of floering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is native to warm, open woodland habitats in southern Europe, north Africa and much of Asia. This plant grows about 40 cm to 100 cm in height. Its flower form a loose pyramidal spike and vary in […]