16 Types of Elm Trees (Bark, Leaves, Growth Habit) – Identification Guide

Elms are deciduous and semi-deciduous trees comprising the genus Ulmus in the family Ulmaceae. Elm trees are native to the Northern Hemisphere, with a significant presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. There are about 30 to 40 species of elms, which can make identification challenging due to their tendency to hybridize and the development … Read more

14 Types of Crocosmia (Montbretia) Plants

Crocosmia, also known as montbretia, is a small genus of summer-blooming perennials in the iris family, Iridaceae. It is native to the grasslands of southern and eastern Africa, commonly South Africa to Sudan. One species is endemic to Madagascar. The group of about 11 species and more than 400 cultivars are characterized by arching stems … Read more

17 Varieties of Artichoke Plants (With Pictures)

Artichoke plants, scientifically known as Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus, are a type of thistle that belongs to the Asteraceae family. They are commonly consumed as a vegetable. The edible portion of the plant consists of the flower buds before the flowers come into bloom. Artichokes are native to the Mediterranean region and are believed by … Read more

14 Types of Wandering Jew Varieties (With Pictures)

Wandering Jew, also known as Tradescantia zebrina or inch plant, river spiderwort, speedy Henry, wandering willie and wandering trad is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, where it grows in the wild as a perennial herbaceous plant. It is a member of the spiderwort family, Commelinaceae. which also includes houseplants like the Oyster … Read more

10 Types of Leeks and Their Origin

Leeks botanically classified as (Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum) and sometimes Allium porrum are vegetables belonging to the Allium genus, which also the onion, garlic, shallot, scallion, chives, and Chinese onion. Leeks usually have a mild, onion-like flavor. They are biennial plants (requiring two growing seasons) but are usually grown and harvested as an annual. Leeks … Read more

Natchez Crape Myrtle Tree: History, Growth Rate and Where to Grow

“Natchez” crepe myrtle (Lagerstroemia “Natchez”) is a unique hybrid variety of Crape Myrtle Tree because of its snowy white flowers. It was developed by Dr. Donald E. Egolf, at the United States National Arboretum in Washington, D.C and was introduced to the market in the 1970s. Dr. Egolf began his work on developing the Natchez … Read more