There are many different types of buttercup plants in the Ranunculus genus. There are perennials, annuals, biennials, and even aquatic and rock garden plants. These buttercups have simple, yellow flowers with 5 to 10 petals. They are especially bright and glossy. This is because the petals curve inward and are constructed in such a way […]

Butterfly Bush is a deciduous shrub that grows from 3 to 15 feet tall. This species is celebrated for its robust growth, fragrance, and range of bloom colors, and is often recommended for its ability to grow in poor soil and to attract butterflies. It is now considered an invasive species. Flowers bloom between mid-summer […]

Butterfly Weed is most often a distinctive bright orange, but there is some variation in flower color from deep red-orange to yellow. This distinctive color and the absence of the milky white sap that other Milkweed species have make identification easy. Butterfly Weed needs a drier, well-drained location to successfully seed into and grow well. […]

Cactus plants are often associated with drought tolerance, spiny exteriors, and the ability to survive harsh desert conditions. Still, their flowers are one of the most remarkable aspects of these unique plants. Unlike many other flowering plants, cacti often produce large, vibrant, and highly ornamental flowers that can captivate any observer. Cacti are native to […]

Calendula is an annual herb in the daisy family, originating from southern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean area. It has long been cultivated and is a widespread garden escape in cool, temperate climates. It has been used for many centuries for a range of culinary and medicinal purposes. Calendula is easy to grow in any […]

Calibrachoa is a genus of flowering plants in the Solanaceae family, often referred to as million bells or mini petunias due to their small, petunia-like flowers. The plants are low-maintenance, prolific bloomers that come in a wide range of colors. They are versatile plants that can be used in various garden settings and are attractive […]

The camellia (Middlemist’s Red) is one of the rarest plants on earth. It is believed that only two specimens of this flower are left. One is in the conservatory at Chiswick House in London, and the other is in a garden at Waitangi in New Zealand. This flower has so many health benefits. It has […]

Camellias are attractive evergreen shrubs that are highly prized for the beauty of their exquisite blooms, their splendid evergreen foliage, and their compact, shapely habit. Blooming prodigiously for weeks from fall to spring, when the rest of the garden offers little, Camellias are ranked as one of the best flowering shrubs. With just a couple […]

Campanula, also known as bellflower, is grown for the charming bell-shaped flowers in shades of purple, blue, pink, or white. With over 300 species, Campanula can be found growing in a wide range of habitats throughout the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, from rocky alpine cliffs to native meadows. It is a delicate perennial […]

Candytuff is an enchanting, low, woody-based perennial that will charm your garden from mid-spring through early to mid-summer. Some cultivars will re-bloom in early fall. Among the purest garden whites with abundant clusters of 4-petaled white flowers, enhanced by delicate yellow dots on each petal, the blossoms stand out starkly against the foliage of narrow, […]

Canna, often referred to as canna lilies, is a genus of around 10 species of flowering plants native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. Despite the common name, they are not true lilies but belong to the Cannaceae family. The flowers are vibrant, often coming in shades of red, orange, yellow, pink, or […]

Native to Southern China and Japan, the Cape Jasmine is a large evergreen shrub with thick, lustrous, lance-shaped, dark-green leaves and extremely fragrant white flowers. Blooming throughout the year in warm climates, where temperatures do not fall below 60℉, this plant blooms in late spring to early summer in cooler climates. It is toxic to […]

Lobelia Cardinalis, commonly known as Cardinal flower, is one of the most breathtaking native perennials you can grow. With its tall, upright spikes packed with brilliant cardinal-red flowers, this moisture-loving beauty puts on a performance that hummingbirds and gardeners never forget. Those vivid red blooms look almost electric in the landscape, especially when sunlight filters […]

Dianthus, commonly known as Carnation, is a genus of about 300 species of flowering plants, including annuals, evergreen perennials, or subshrubs with narrow, usually silvery-grey leaves and showy flowers with notched petals. Most carnation varieties have fragrant flowers in shades of pink, red, or white. A strong performer, this carnation is perfect for the sunny […]

Catchfly is a perennial plant with eye-catching, rounded clusters of bright pink flowers in mid or late summer. Native to Europe, catchfly has escaped gardens and naturalized in most of the US.  It grows up to 12-18 inches tall and 6-9 inches wide. It is pest-free and low-maintenance. Once established, this eye-catching beauty is also […]