Syzygium smithii,  also known as lilly pilly, is a multi-purpose tree with attractive foliage, showy flowers and edible fruit. New leaf...

Hedychium coccineum is one of the showiest species of ginger. Peak bloom occurs in early to mid-summer on the current year's growth,...

Aechmea 'Burgundy' is a colorful bromeliad variety that thrives in sun or shade. The olive to burgundy-colored leaves are darker ...

Longevity spinach ( Gynura procumbens ) is a leafy vegetable that was relatively unknown in the U.S. until recent years. It has rapidly ga...

Piper auritum is a tropical herb that is variously known as hoja santa, acuyo, pepperleaf , Vera cruz pepper, false kava and root beer pl...

Chives is a popular herb commonly grown in gardens around the world. Botanically, the plant is known as Allium schoenoprasum  (AL-ee-um s...

Allium canadense is a small species of onion that grows wild over a large part of North America. In some areas it grow so prolifically it...

Clivia miniata is a perennial that blooms in spring or early summer in sub-tropical regions, but also makes a durable houseplant in col...

Aechmea comata is a spring-blooming species of bromeliad with reddish bracts, orange sepals and bright yellow flowers. The sturdy inflore...

Suessenguthia multisetosa is a large, somewhat sprawling shrub that blooms throughout the winter and early spring. The large leaves (up ...