While I’ve mentioned some pretty well known plants in the previous plant guides, I’d like to shine a little attention on a not-so-well-known perennial called a Siam tulip or Curcuma alismatifolia (also known as curcuma …

Gaillardia, which depending on the species may also be known as blanket flower and Indian blanket, is one of those plants which has been around for ages, but has never really gone mainstream in the …

I can think of very few flowers that evoke a stronger image of a tropical paradise than a hibiscus.  Sure, Hawaiians have their lei flowers and everyone goes crazy about orchids, but for an easy,” …

If you’re ever in the need for some really vibrant color in your landscape; something approaching neon Crayola® crayon colors, then the gerbera daisy is your flower.  Seriously… don’t even read the rest of this …