January |
Beetberry |
A product of Europe, the Beetberry has been almost forgotten about for years. |
February |
Queen's Tears |
Queen's Tears is considered an easy houseplant to grow. |
March |
Orchid Trees |
The common name, Orchid Tree was probably given because their blooms resemble orchids even though they aren't related. |
April |
Dwarf Korean Lilac |
The Dwarf Korean is easily grown in average well-drained soil and does best in full sun. |
May |
White Dragonflower |
An easy care perennial, this attractive plant will produce spikes of unusual snapdragon-like white blossoms throughout the summer into early autumn |
June |
Chive |
If you are looking for a good-looking, easy grower that works as beak food for your birds, the chive plant is the answer. |
July |
Fragrant Water Lily |
Water gardening featuring the Water Lily. |
August |
Bishops Crown Pepper |
The Bishops Crown derives its name from the three-sided fruit it sets at the end of the summer. |
September |
Chrysanthemum |
The petals are traditionally the part consumed, either in a revitalizing tea or as an ingredient of a garden salad. |
October |
Blue Java "Ice Cream" Banana |
The fruit when ripe looks like ice cream with just enough acidity to offset the sweetness for a really interesting taste. |
November |
Winter Squash |
Winter squash gets its name from the fact that most varieties can be stored throughout the winter. |
December |
Wild Ginger |
Traditionally one of the mainstays during holiday times is gingerbread… |
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