flowerpedia
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Cosmos bippinatus – Garden Cosmos
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Cosmos, the popular flower of every cottage garden, commands attention with its tall, green stems, which are complemented by delicate flowers in all possible colours. No matter the shape, size, or color of the flowers, they are always noticed in the garden. Here are the tips on how to grow it successfully. . . Easily…
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Nicotiana alata – Flowering tobacco (Jasmine tobacco)
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If you want a flowering tall plant that will smell deliciously in the evening then Nicotiana alata is your plant. This delicate perennial/annual plant will fill the garden with delicate flowers, and attract lots of butterflies and bees. Nicotiana alata general information Nicotiana alata is one of the dozens of species that grow under the…
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Heliotropium arborescens – heliotrope
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Heliotropium arborescens, a plant that was in the gardens of our grandmothers known as “the cherry pie flower” or “bradarka” was once a very popular flower. The Peru native plants have been a part of every garden in Europe, as a perennial or annual, depending on the hardiness zone. This delicate plant with small flowers…
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Streptocarpus -cape primrose
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A few weeks ago I bought two plants of Streptocarpus. The delicate leaves and flowers have been badly beaten up from the boxed delivery, so I had no idea what to expect from the plants. A few weeks later the Cape primrose proved its reputation of an easy-care plant and my plants recovered wonderfully.But, let’s…
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Strawflowers- Xerochrysum bracteatum
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Strawflowers have always fascinated me and I always wanted to have them in my garden. I’ve been trying to grow them for 3 years, but, I’ve always failed. This year I’ve finally managed to grow some wonderful strawflowers. Strawflower (Xerochysum bracteatum) is a herbaceous perennial that is usually grown as an annual flower, although in…