Indigo – Indigofera kirilowii This perennial is a spreading low deciduous shrub of 2 ½ to 4 feet and is a native of China and Japan. This is a popular old plant of the South. This is not the Indigo that produces the dye, that is Indigofera tinctorial or tropical indigo. The raceme flowers of […]
July 2017 – Gardening Tips Read More »
Evergreen Wisteria – Millettia reticulata Sometimes listed as Wisteria megasperma, Evergreen Wisteria is native to China. It is a member of the Pea family, it is a twining woody vine which resembles wisteria but is not invasive as wisteria. It grows best in full Sun, moist rich well-drained and prefers slightly acid soil but any
June 2017 – Gardening Tips Read More »
Ginger – Zingiber officinale Horticulturists know it as Zingiber officinale or common ginger, ginger root. This variety of ginger produces the thick rhizomes that we use as a spice for eating or use for drinks. Ginger originated in China and has many health benefits such as treating nausea, reducing muscle pain, soreness and as an
May 2017 – Gardening Tips Read More »
Bottlebrush Shrub Callistemon rigidus is the scientific name for bottlebrush shrub. This native of Australia is a member of the Myrtaceae family and has been grown in Europe since the late 1700’s.There are about 30-50 species of Callistemon. Only a few grow in the U.S, In its’ natural setting, bottlebrush grows along damp edges of
April 2017 – Gardening Tips Read More »
Shasta Daisy – Leucanthemum x superbum No other flower brings to mind purity, cottage, country gardens to me as much as the Shasta Daisy. The white flowers are simple and beautiful. The flower also symbolizes innocence, loyal love, beauty, patience and simplicity. Daisies are often depicted in meadows in Medieval paintings. They are also known
March 2017 – Gardening Tips Read More »
