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. […]

Cabbage is a part of the botanical family Brassicaceae and the genus Brassica. These biennial plants are native to Western Europe. The plant grows best in a cool and moist climate. The flowers are gold or yellow with 4-5 petals. The fruit of cabbage is dry and called a siliqua. These cole crops are eaten […]

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 […]

Cactus (cacti) belongs to the botanical family Cactaceae. These xeromorphic succulents are native to southern Canada and South America. These plants have a thick impermeable cuticle suitable for a dry environment. Cactus perform photosynthesis through stems, as leaves are mostly absent. The root is fibrous, and the fruit is a berry with many seeds. Areoles, […]

Caladium (Elephant ear) belongs to the botanical family Araceae. These annual plants are native to Central and Northern South America. Caladium usually grows near the banks of rivers in the presence of indirect sunlight and high humidity. The leaves are heart-shaped in red, white, and green colors.  These ornamental plants are often grown as houseplants […]

Calathea (Prayer plant) belongs to the botanical family Marantaceae. These herbaceous flowering plants are native to Brazil and parts of the Amazon. Calathea grows best in indirect light, high humidity, and well-drained soil. The flowers of Calathea are generally yellow, purple, and white in color, with 3 petals. These are widely grown as houseplants because […]

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 […]

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 […]