Nepenthales: Droseraceae & Nepenthaceae In the photosynthetic autotrophic kingdom of plants, there are few among the green, leafy and inanimate that have evolved a certain taste for other organisms. These insectivorous heterotrophs, also known as the carnivorous plants,… Read More
Feijoa sellowiana , or Pineapple Guava, is a gray-green evergreen shrub or tree (depending on pruning) which produces small, tasty fruit in late summer and early fall. The plants can be pruned to form a hedge or a… Read More
The 24 to 30-inch-long, stiff, bright green leaves have spiny tips and margins. Leaves arise from a tight rosette. Pineapples are often planted for their tropical appearance and as a horticultural novelty. The fruit appears on top… Read More
The Philippine violet is an herbaceous perennial that attains a height of 36 to 48 inches. Leaf tissue is puckered around the veins which appear recessed. The plant remains dense in the full sun creating a nice barrier… Read More
Indian Pink Spigelia marilandica Common Name: Indian pink Type: Herbaceous perennial Family: Loganiaceae Zone: 5 to 9 Native Range: Southeastern United States Height: 1 to 2 feet Spread: 0.5 to 1.5 feet Bloom Time: June Bloom Description: Red and yellow Sun: Part shade to full shade… Read More
Periwinkle is also called vinca or myrtle. Of the 12 species of periwinkle, two are popular groundcovers. All species have opposite leaves and single flowers. The perennial periwinkle should not be confused with the bedding plant, Madagascar periwinkle… Read More
Pearl Plant Haworthia margaritifera Haworthia margaritifera or Pearl Plant, a native of South Africa, is one of the largest species of Haworthia. The dark green leaves with white tubercles will reach 6 inches across and 4 inches tall… Read More
Peacock Ginger Kaempferia pulchra This Florida-Friendly groundcover is perfect for shady spots or for any northern gardeners who miss growing hostas. Characteristics Peacock gingers are shade-loving perennials that make great groundcovers here in Florida. Most bloom throughout… Read More
Blue Passion Flower Passiflora caerulea Common Name: Blue Passion Flower Family: Passifloraceae Juss. ex Kunth. Country of Origin: Brazil to Argentina, naturalized in tropics Description: In summer this frost hardy, fast-growing, 30 ft (9 m) evergreen or semi-evergreen climber produces beautiful flowers with… Read More
Papyrus is a wonderful perennial plant for Florida water gardens. It produces tall stalks of tufted, umbrella-like foliage that make a great backdrop for other plants, and they can also be cut and added to floral arrangements. Most… Read More
