Begonia rex, commonly known as Rex Begonia or Painted-Leaf Begonia, is a stunning perennial plant famed for its striking, variegated foliage rather than its flowers. Native to the rainforests of India, Rex Begonia displays a remarkable variety of leaf patterns and colors, including shades of green, silver, red, purple, and pink. The leaves are typically...

Ulmus minor, commonly known as Field Elm, European Elm, or Smooth-leaved Elm, is a deciduous tree native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. Known for its broad, serrated leaves and characteristic vase-shaped growth habit, Field Elm has historically been valued for its durable timber and its role in landscape aesthetics. Despite challenges such as...

Pinus mugo, commonly known as Mugo Pine or Mountain Pine, is a versatile and hardy evergreen native to the mountainous regions of Central and Southern Europe. This compact, low-growing pine is celebrated for its dense, spreading form and adaptability to various growing conditions. It is frequently used in rock gardens, as a ground cover, in...

Astilbe japonica, commonly known as Japanese Astilbe, is a perennial plant native to Japan and East Asia. It is prized for its beautiful, feathery plumes of flowers that come in shades of pink, white, red, and lavender, blooming in late spring to early summer. The plant’s finely divided, fern-like foliage adds texture and interest to...

Erica, commonly known as Heath or Heather, is a large genus of flowering plants in the Ericaceae family, native to Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia. These evergreen shrubs are well-known for their beautiful, bell-shaped flowers and their ability to thrive in poor, acidic soils. Erica species vary greatly in size and form, from low-growing...

Olea oleaster, commonly known as the Wild Olive, is a hardy, evergreen shrub or small tree native to the Mediterranean region. It is closely related to the cultivated Olive (Olea europaea) and is often found in the wild or used as rootstock for grafting cultivated varieties. Valued for its drought tolerance, attractive silvery foliage, and...

Portulacaria afra, commonly known as Elephant Bush, Spekboom, or Dwarf Jade Plant, is a succulent native to South Africa. Renowned for its small, glossy leaves and bushy growth habit, this plant is highly valued for its ability to thrive in arid environments and its role in combating desertification. It is also popular in bonsai cultivation...

Trachycarpus fortunei, commonly known as the Windmill Palm or Chinese Windmill Palm, is a hardy, evergreen palm native to the mountainous regions of central and eastern China. It is celebrated for its ability to withstand cold temperatures and its distinctive fan-shaped leaves, which make it a popular choice for temperate gardens around the world. Propagating...

Pittosporum tobira ‘Nanum’, commonly known as Dwarf Mock Orange or Dwarf Japanese Pittosporum, is a compact, evergreen shrub highly valued for its dense, rounded form and glossy, dark green leaves. Native to Japan, Korea, and China, this dwarf variety of Pittosporum tobira is ideal for hedges, borders, and container gardening. Propagating Pittosporum tobira ‘Nanum’ can...

Larix decidua, commonly known as the European Larch, is a deciduous conifer native to the mountains of Central Europe. This tree is valued for its fast growth, high-quality timber, and its seasonal display of soft, bright green needles that turn golden yellow in autumn before falling. Propagation of Larix decidua is essential for both forestry...