Allium is a genus of plants that includes some of the most common vegetables and bulbous plants in cultivation. They are native to the Old World (i.e., Europe, Asia, and Africa). There are around 400 species worldwide. Around 100 of these are found in North America. The genus includes onions, garlic, scallions, leeks, and chives. […]
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Types of coleus are plants that come in many colors and sizes. Some types have leaves with a wavy edge while others are more straight-edged. There is no such thing as the “typical” type of coleus plant, but there are some common varieties available for purchase at most garden centers. The two most popular types […]
Hostas are a genus of plants that belong to the family hostaceae. Hostas have many different forms and colors, but they all share in common their tall, clump-forming growth habit. There are about 30 species of hosta with many more cultivars (cultivated varieties). If you’re looking for something to fill space in your garden or […]
Cauliflower is a vegetable that comes in many different shapes and sizes. It can be light green or purple, long or round, and even miniature versions of broccoli. Cauliflower is also one of the cruciferous vegetables that have been shown to help prevent cancer. Cauliflower provides vitamins K, B6, and C as well as folate […]
Wisteria is a genus of about ten species of deciduous and evergreen woody vines in the pea family, Fabaceae. It was named after Dr. Caspar Wistar (1761-1818), an American physician and anatomist who contributed to early ideas on evolution. Wisteria can grow to lengths of over 30 meters long but usually grows at 4-8 meters […]
Different types of roses are a symbol of love and romance. Roses come in many colors, sizes, shapes and varieties. They’re also symbolic for the different stages of life such as birth, marriage and death. Different types have their own meanings which is why they’re so important to people all over the world. Hybrid tea […]