Botanically known as Strelitzia reginae, the bird of paradise, as the name suggests, is a tropical plant which is named due to its close resemblance to a tropical bird. One of the most exotic flowers, this herbaceous perennial is an ornamental flower grown both indoors and outdoors. With a height reaching up to 5 feet […]

Botanically known as Prunus spinosa, the blackthorn is an early spring flower that belongs to the Rosaceae family and is often confused with hawthorn flowers. Native to Europe and Western Asia, these deciduous shrubs grow up to 15 feet tall and feature spiny black branches and white flowers that appear before the leaves. Another striking […]

Bluebell flowers are spring flowers which are botanically classified as Hyacinthoides non-scripta and feature bell-shaped blue, violet and white flowers which are grown for ornamental purposes. Often confused with the bellflowers, they are different plants belonging to the Aparagaceae and Campanula families, respectively. During the Victorian times, the meaning of the bluebell flowers was linked […]

Scientifically known as Houstonia caerulea, the bluets are a perennial wildflower from the Rubiaceae family and feature pale-blue and white flowers that grow up to 6 inches tall and are ideal as a ground cover. Also known as Quaker ladies, these small flowers grow in partial to full shade under large trees. Also pollinated by […]

Borage is an annual flower from the forget-me-not family native to the Mediterranean regions. These summer-blooming flowers grow up to a height of 3 feet and are perfect for garden beds and borders. The star-shaped blue flowers are rare in gardens and therefore stand out perfectly. These flowers are easy to care for and can […]

Part of the myrtle family, the bottlebrush is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows bright red, small, tubular red flowers, which have a spiky appearance, resembling a brush. Also known as Callistemon, it is a flowering genus that is native to Australia and thrives in full sunlight. Also popular as a hummingbird flower, […]

The bougainvillaea is a genus of flowering plants from the Nyctaginaceae family which are commonly found trailing down fences and doors. Native to South America, these evergreen climbing shrubs are one of the most popular ornamental flowers, which features white and pink papery bracts and heart-shaped green leaves that grow up to 4 feet high. […]

Bramble is a genus of flowering plants in the rose family and is botanically known as Rubus fruticosus. This wildflower produces white and pink flowers but is grown for the blackberries and raspberries that the prickly shrub produces from late summer to autumn. Although the bramble plant can be grown indoors, it is recommended to […]

Also referred to as the spiny broom due to its thorny stems, the prickly broom is a member of the pea family. It is a deciduous shrub that grows bright yellow, pea-like flowers, which turn green after pollination, paired with bright green leaves, which are perfect for adding colour and texture to the landscape. The […]

Botanically known as Spartium junceum, the Spanish broom flowers are a member of the pea family, which is identified through its large, yellow, pea-like flowers, which have a sweet, honey-like fragrance and are a delight to plant in the garden. These flowers are native to the Mediterranean regions and turn into green seed pods after […]

Bryony is a garden plant introduced from Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa that has become a weed pest in the wild. It is a soft green, cucumber-like vine that climbs up to six meters. It produces clusters of small, cream flowers in spring, and berries in bunches of 5 to 8 that ripen to […]

Buckbean is a green, glabrous plant with creeping rootstock and a ground-hugging stem. The stem varies in length according to the situation. The leaves grow out of these, and the leaflets are about 5 cm long and 2.5 cm broad. It blooms from June to August on Mount Washington, Vancouver Island. The flowers reside on […]

Ajuga repens, commonly known as Bugleweed or carpet bugle, is a low-growing herbaceous perennial native to Europe but now widespread in many parts of the world. The plant typically grows 4-8 inches tall and spreads indefinitely to form an attractive ground cover. The leaves of Bugleweed are evergreen, oblong, and richly colored, ranging from dark […]

Brunnera macrophylla, commonly known as Bugloss, is a versatile and beautiful perennial plant. It adds a touch of elegance and charm to any space and is a favourite among gardeners for its easy care and year-round interest. The plant is notable for its stunning, heart-shaped, long-stalked leaves and often variegated foliage that adds beauty to […]

Burdock is a large plant with big, broad leaves with a subtle whitish-pink striped stem running through the middle. In the spring, Burdock produces spiky purple flowers in the shape of orbs, similar to thistles. These flowers turn to dry, burred seed pods that stick to your pants in the fall. The flowers and leaves […]