Hibiscus is one of the most spectacular of flowering shrubs for warmer regions. Enormous single or double flowers, up to 15cm in diameter cover these bushes throughout summer and generally well into autumn. Bloom even as young plants and are quick growers. Evergreen, they have large attractive shiny, dark green toothed leaves. Given protection, will
Camellia: Varieties that can withstand temperatures as low as -6.6C are more expensive than the regular varieties, which are suitable only as container plants. Camellia sinesis yields the leaves for tea; Camellia japonica and its hybrids are ornamental plants. Mulch the plants well during harsh winters. The roots must not freeze; it is best to
Although a slow process, growing Azaleas and Rhododendrons is worth the effort as these ornamental plants bring a subtle vitality to your garden in spring and early summer. Azaleas and Rhododendrons are closely related; they fall under the genus Rhododendron and family Ericaceae or Erica and originated in the Himalayas, China, Japan and Pakistan. Rhododendron, from the Latin rhodo (rose) and dendron (tree),
Three obviously different species are cultivated: Hydrangea paniculata (pointed flowers), Hydrangea macrophylla (flowering round or flat) and Hydrangea petiolaris (climbing). The shrub with the round shape (macrophylla) is what we mostly use for gardens. The hydrangea does not mind shade and for that reason can be a practical choice any garden. Hydrangea paniculata always flowers
Argyranthemum (marguerite, marguerite daisy, dill daisy) – belonging to the family Asteraceae. Often mistaken for as Chrysanthemum. Argyranthemum (daisy bush) are evergreen woody-based perennials or sub-shrubs with simple or pinnately disected leaves and white, yellow, pink or purple single- or double-flowered daisy-like flower-heads. They are showiest in spring, but flower repeatedly in summer, and when one
Plant and Care for Camellias Camellias are amongst the showiest and most rewarding evergreen shrubs that bloom in autumn and winter. They add colour and interest to the landscape when many other garden plants are entering the winter dormancy period. Their attractive, glossy foliage ensures year-round good looks in the landscape. There are literally hundreds
Freylinia Tropica – Blue Honey Bush Flower: Blue Hardiness: Hardy Height: 1.5m Size: 4l Water: Medium Position: Sun
Abelia Grandiflora -Glossy abelia Flower: White Hardiness: Hardy Height: 2m+ Size: 4l Water: Medium Position: Sun
