Cattleya orchids, often called the “queen of orchids,” are among the world’s most popular and widely recognized orchids. They belong to the family Orchidaceae, one of the largest and most diverse plant families on earth. Renowned for their large, showy, and fragrant flowers, Cattleyas are a favourite among orchid enthusiasts.  They have a sympodial growth […]

Chamaemelum nobile, commonly known as Chamomile, is a mat-forming perennial boasting finely divided, aromatic leaves and masses of small daisy-like flowers throughout the summer and into early fall. The feathery foliage exudes a ripe apple scent when bruised.  The flower of this plant is harvested and dried to make Chamomile tea. Gather the flowers when […]

Delicate pink and white blooms with graceful petals, perfect for adding timeless spring beauty to gardens.

Cichorium intybus, commonly known as Chicory, is a blue-flowered perennial plant of the family Asteraceae. Native to Europe and introduced into the US late in the 19th century. Its leaves are eaten as a vegetable or in a salad. The plant is grown as fodder or a herbage crop for cattle. Chicory has a long, […]

Chinese lantern is a clump-forming perennial with soft green, heart-shaped leaves and slender, upright stems. Small, white nodding flowers bloom quietly under the foliage in early to midsummer. The real show starts later when each flower gives way to an inflated papery calyx that swells and ripens to glowing orange.  This plant grows 2-3 feet […]

Native to Europe, Christmas Aconite has a long history as one of the first flowers to bloom in late winter. Its ability to thrive in frosty conditions has earned it a place in gardens worldwide as a symbol of resilience and the promise of brighter days. Traditionally, the flower was often associated with festive celebrations […]

Schlumbergera Bridgesii, commonly known as Christmas Cactus, blooms for a long time indoors with some of the most exotic-looking flowers in the plant kingdom. This cactus is a very popular plant, but most people are not aware of its special needs. Not all cacti are native to arid desert climates and require infrequent, sparse watering. […]

Potentilla fruticosa, commonly known as Cinquefoil, is a compact, bushy deciduous shrub boasting masses of large, rich yellow flowers, 1.5 inches across, from late spring to first frost. The blossoms are so profuse that they literally smother the plant. They contrast nicely against the foliage mound of small, pinnate, blue-green leaves.  Noted for its extremely […]

With abundant blooms in a wide range of colors from soft white to dark purple, pink, and even yellow, Clematis reigns supreme among climbers. Native to North America, Clematis is a genus in the buttercup (Ranunculaceae) and is a versatile, easy-to-maintain perennial that grows as a climber. The flowers and foliage depend on the species. […]

Botanically known as “Dianthus Caryophyllus,” the clove pink plant is a beloved, time-tested heirloom that yields small aromatic carnation-like flowers on wispy, compact plants. The attractive, heavily scented flowers have a long herbal history in medicine and as an edible garnish and flavoring. Clove pink herb plants are also tolerant of a wide range of […]

Coltsfoot gets its name from the shape of its leaves, which resemble a horse’s hoof. Native to Asia and Europe, coltsfoot has become common throughout much of North America. These are frequently found in disturbed areas such as roadside, ditches, pathways, and construction areas. The bright yellow flower looks so much like a dandelion. People […]

Aquilegia, commonly known as Columbine, is a genus of approximately 60-70 species of perennial plants in the buttercup family. It is known for its unique flower shape and vibrant colors, making it a popular plant among gardeners. It has delicate, fern-like foliage and graceful, nodding flowers with unique, spurred petals. The Columbine grows in a […]

Bearing charming and profuse flowers for months, Centaurea cyanus, known as cornflower are particularly attractive annual plants with usually double, daisy-like flower heads in shades of blue, pink, lavender, and white. Blooming abundantly from late spring into late summer, they rise cheerfully atop tall stems clad with lance-shaped, grey-green leaves. It attracts butterflies, bees, and […]

Native to Mexico, Cosmos are half-hardy annuals or perennials blooming from early or mid-summer until fall, depending on varieties. Easy to grow, fairly pest-free, and low-maintenance, it attracts birds, bees, and butterflies to your garden. The Cosmos plants are grown in borders, in containers, and for cutting. They make excellent cut flowers due to their […]

Primula Veris, commonly known as Cowslip, is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial of the primrose family that is noted for its early to mid-spring bloom of showy, noddy, lemon yellow flowers. It is native to temperate areas of Asia and Europe. It has been introduced and has naturalized in eastern North America. It is also a […]