Codiaeum Codiaeum is a favorite of many flower growers. And how not to love this handsome man, who remains elegant throughout the year! The variegated leathery foliage of the croton is incredibly spectacular: depending on the variety, it is painted in green, light green, lemon, orange, pink and purple tones. […]
Basket Beauties: Shrubs And Lianas With Graceful Flowing Shoots
Today we will talk about basket shrubs and perennial lianas, which are characterized by flexible, long drooping, often hanging shoots. As can be seen from the definition, this is a very conditional group that unites plants represented by various life forms. The demand for them has recently increased significantly, and […]
How To Resuscitate An Orchid
More recently, phalaenopsis was an unaffordable luxury, and they were legendary as the most capricious flowers. I would like to dispel this myth and share my personal experience and observations of these beautiful “butterflies”. It all started with a gift. On the first day of spring, on my birthday, I […]
“Wolf Pack”: Types And Varieties Of Lupine (Part 2)
Lupinus polyphyllus and its ornamental varieties The fantastic variety of lupins causes confusion. Which of the many species has settled in our gardens? This is L. polyphyllus, native to North America, where its range extends from Northern California to Alaska. Many treat this wonderful plant as an ordinary weed, reproach […]
Plant Gladioli!
Bright and expressive gladioli — probably familiar to all perennial corm flowers. They adorn the flowerbeds of many summer residents and enjoy the well-deserved love of flower growers. The origin of the gladioli is southern, so in a cool climate, they require some effort from the gardener: for the winter, […]