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Leonotis nepetifolia 'Klip Dagga', also known as Lion's Ear, is an impressive ornamental plant with an exotic appearance. It is an annual perennial from the Lamiaceae family, which grows to an impressive 3 meters in height. It is characterized by erect, branched shoots with large, opposite lanceolate leaves. Lion's Ear leaves are dark green, slightly hairy on the underside and have characteristic serrated edges. Their aromatic scent is somewhat reminiscent of camphor. Flowering of 'Klip Dagga' begins in August and lasts until the first frost. The plant produces impressive, multi-flowered inflorescences in the shape of feathery clusters. The flowers are intensely orange in color and have a characteristic tubular shape. Lion's Ear comes from tropical regions of Africa, where it occurs naturally on savannas. It is also cultivated in other parts of the world due to its decorative value. 'Klip Dagga' prefers sunny or semi-shaded positions. It tolerates drought well and is resistant to low temperatures (down to -5°C). This auction is for 5 pcs seeds.
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Some of these blooms belong in a vase, others seem to belong on Mars.
20 Pcs Rare Nasturtium Black Velvet Seeds/Nasturtium Tom Thumb Seeds/ TROPAEOLUM NANUM/ Exotic Annual flower/FL510 Latin Name: Tropaeolum nanum Tropaeolum, commonly known as nasturtium or nasturtian , is a genus of roughly 80 species of annual and perennial herbaceous flowering plants. It was named by Carl Linnaeus in his book Species Plantarum, and is the only genus in the family Tropaeolaceae. The mounding Black Velvet Nasturtiums is an extremely attractive and beautiful and Hummingbirds will visit the beautiful plants often. PLANTING You can start the seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last spring frost. See your local frost dates. Plant nasturtium seeds in early spring in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. They can grow in partial shade, but they will not bloom as well. Nasturtiums prefer poorer soils and they do not need fertilizers (unless your soil is extremely poor). Fertile soil will produce fewer blooms and more foliage. Plant the seeds about half an inch deep and 10 to 12 inches apart. Plants should appear in 7 to 12 days. Water regularly throughout the growing season, but be careful not to over-water your plants. Cutting off the faded/dead flowers will prolong blooming. If you’re growing nasturtiums in containers, they may need to be trimmed back occasionally over the growing season. Before sowing seeds, soak the seeds overnight in warm water. The next day, plant the flower seeds 1/2 inch deep in soil that is weed-free and worked fine and light. Season: Annual USDA Zones: 3 - 10 Height: 12 - 16 inches Bloom Season: Mid summer through fall Bloom Color: Mahogany Environment: Full sun Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8 Deer Resistant: Yes Temperature: 68F (20 C) Average Germ Time: 7 - 10 days Light Required: No Depth: 1/2 inch Sowing Rate: 1 - 2 seeds per plant Moisture: Keep seed moist until germination Plant Spacing: 8 - 12 inches
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I love all flowers - big or small, ornate or simple. But when I see unusual flowers that are both amazing and beautiful, they almost take my breath away.
*This is a starter plant* You are required to purchase a 2nd plant of your choice to complete the FREE Shipping Guarantee. ***ALL Orders that do not meet the minimum of at least 2 plants will be Refunded*** Outstanding colors of purple and black on this house plant. Easy to grow for a house plant. Zone 8-9 Perennial. Zones 10-11 Evergreen. By buying this plant you understand that shipping live plant material has risk associated with it. Please expect some leaf damage or browning during shipping. This is normal as the plant will go through a period of stress. The plant will bounce back quickly. No returns, refunds, or exchanges; but please contact me if you have any problems with your order. If there is a problem immediately contact us within 24 hours of your package arrival. Not 24 hours after you open it! We expect you to be waiting on your plant to arrive and opening of the plant upon arrival is critical to the inspection process. If your plant is damaged beyond nursing it back contact us immediately. Once the plant is sent it is out from our farm we have no control to the conditions it will go through. If you have a hot or cold area that the post office delivers your packages to, please prepare to get your package out of those elements immediately after arrival. We have been in the plant business and shipping plants since 2008. Our packaging is second to nobody and we ship only the freshest plants as we would expect to receive from someone else that is in the plant industry. Licensed and Inspected State Nursery. Order with Confidence.
Your birth flower holds symbolic meaning that might just match your personality.
Outdoor tropical flowering plants can help add drama to your patio. You can leave them outdoors and treat them like annuals, or keep them over winter as houseplants.
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A hardy annual that bees, hoverflies and parasitic wasps love, making it is a great companion plant in the garden. A prolific bloomer with dense, curved, bell shaped blue-lilac flowers. It grows to 80 cm and makes a useful border plant that will supply you with cut flowers. Also used as a green manure to suppress weeds and to add organic matter to the soil. Sow in spring for summer flowering or in autumn to protect the soil through winter and early spring blooms.
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Enjoy beautiful summer color with Cleome and Begonia boliviensis - both are great summer annuals to plant for bees butterflies and birds in your garden.
100 Seeds- Mix Painted Tongue Flower Seeds-SALPIGLOSSIS SINUATA-velvet trumpet flower-scalloped tube tongue-pv116- palito amargo-Beautiful Annual Salpiglossis sinuata, the painted tongue is a flowering plant belonging to the subfamily Cestroideae of the nightshade family Solanaceae, native to southern Chile. Scientific name: Salpiglossis sinuata Higher classification: Salpiglossis Rank: Species Family: Solanaceae Painted Tongue is a hardy annual flower plant, that grows best in cool weather. You will grow best in spring and fall, and slowly in hot summer months. Plants are native to Chile in South America. Painted Tongue plants have lance-shaped leaves. with five-lobed, cornet shaped flowers. Colors include shades of orange, red, pink, violet and yellow. Cooler weather will prolong blooms. Painted Tongue is a member of the Solanaceae family. This includes petunias, peppers and tomatoes. Other Names: Peacock Flame, Velvet Trumpet Flower, Scalloped Tube Tongue Plant Propagation: How To Grow Painted Tongue: Darkness is needed for germination. Cover seeds with a piece of cardboard. Sow Painted Tongue seeds indoors in late winter. The flower seed is fine, so gently press the seeds into the soil but do not cover. Once temperatures are warm and danger of frost has passed, Painted Tongue seedlings may be hardened off and transplanted outdoors into beds and borders. If sowing Salpiglossis seeds directly outdoors, wait until soil temperatures are warm. Prepare a seedbed and add compost to the soil so that it is nutrient rich. Pinch seedlings back to encourage branching. Painted Tongue Care: Deadhead the spent flowers to promote continued blooming. Salpiglossis plants often require stakes. Sow seeds indoors four to six weeks before the last frost. We highly recommend a heated germination mat, to increase the speed of germination, and for a higher germination rate. Plants can also be started directly into your flower bed. Sow seeds after the last frost when the soil begins to warm. Garden Tip: Seeds need consistent moisture to germinate. Days to Germination: 14 - 21, normally. It can take up to 30 days. Plant Height: 24"-36, Dwarf varieties grow 12"-16" Season: Annual USDA Zones: 3 - 11 Height: 16 inches Bloom Season: Late spring to mid summer Bloom Color: Mix Environment: Full sun to partial shade Soil Type: Well drained, pH 6.1 - 7.5 Temperature: 70 - 75 F Light Required: No - sow in darkness Depth: Surface sow seed and press in to earth Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination Plant Spacing: 9 - 12 inches
Perennial substitutes for your favorite annual flowers. Plant this perennial flower instead of this annual flower and never plant again.
Annuals are a great colorful way to brighten up any garden landscape. But now that you've decided to plant annuals in your garden how do…
Thrives in Pots, Shady Beds Few annuals will grow as easily in shady areas. Plants are grown for their exotic foliage, which comes in a variety of bold colours, including multi-hued leaf patterns. They also make brilliant houseplants. Start Indoors 6-8 weeks before last expected frost
Coleus pink color 20 seeds per pack - Painted Nettle - blumei , Flame Nettle - Common Coleus - 20 Seeds. Different color and variety. With each shipment you will receive detailed instructions for planting and growing the seeds. Our 30 years old family business offering vast selection of rare seeds and exotic plants. We are based in European Union and our long business experience give us opportunity to keep and manage strong sales positions on the international market Our focus and priority is fast delivery of our unique and rare seeds and plants for your pretty garden and your beautiful home. If you need some help and advice our specialists will guide you all the way through growing your beautiful and exotic plants .
Parrot"s Beak, Kaka Beak, Kakabeak, Lobster Claw Such a beautiful and shall we say “provocative” variant of Clianthus puniceus. This exotic, erotic member of the pea family grows quickly into a densely branched evergreen 4’ x 4’ shrub with lush, arching branches and handsome, glossy, almost leathery, pinnate leaves. For 2-3 months in Spring into Summer, you’ll so relish these amazing 3” long two-toned pink and magenta flowers – displayed 8-10 per cluster – that you’ll want all your friends to come see your ‘Pink Flamingos”. Now, you may think that exotic = difficult, but not in this case! It’s FAST, EASY and a prolific bloomer grown in rich, compost-improved soil with an annual 1” side-dress of compost in early Spring. Drought tolerant, though ours are fabulous with average water.
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Pocketbook Plants (Calceolaria), hardy annual, flowering early spring, unusual flowers look like small pouches or balloons, bright indirect light [DETAILS]
Easy to care for but exotic in appearance, hoya plants are the ideal houseplant for those who crave tropical blooms.
Rhizomatous Begonia 'Escargot' is truly an heirloom variety! Popular for decades with its tell-tell leaf curl. Medium to vigorous sized plant. Year-round house plant or warm season annual.
Beautiful flowers add color to your home and make you get lost in their beauty and fragrance. If you love having them around, check out these 50 best blooms.
The main difference between annual and perennial plants is that annual plants live for one growing season whereas perennial plants live for two or more growing seasons. Annual or perennial plants are two types of plants with variable lifespans. Annual plants complete their life cycle from seed to flower to seed within a single growing season.
I actually thought to take a picture of the description of this plant so I could pass it on, which is unusual for me. It's found naturally in Southeast Asia and China. It's called a White Bat Flower (Tacca Integrifolia), Cat's Whiskers or Devil's Tongue.
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Everyone likes flowers, when spring comes the sight of these beautiful flowers make your mind fresh. Speaking of fresh air, smelling floral scent improves mood…
Brighten up any dim corner of your garden with these beautiful shade annuals that thrive without much sun.
As part of her series based on her book, The Flower Garden, Clare Foster selects her top 10 annuals to grow from seed, recommending new varieties alongside old favourites
Maybe the title of annual king of Sun goes to sunflower, but we can at least agree that coleus deserves the rank of “prince of colors”? Not big but packed with a palette to make
It's all about the red leaf plant! These 10 tropical plants with flaming red leaves will bring passion, excitement, and positive energy to your garden.
