Powder Puff Tree the common name for Calliandra Haematocephala [kal-ee-AN-druh, hee-mat-oh-SEF-uh-luh] the most widely cultivated of the 150 calliandra species. It belongs to the Fabaceae family, which people typically call the pea
The spectacular Caesalpinia pulcherrima [ses-al-PIN-ee-uh pul-KAIR-ih-muh] produces bright orange flowers looking like butterflies lingering over the plant. It’s an unusual yet marvelous sight. Native to Central and South America and
Tabebuia [ta-bee-BEW-ee-uh], is a genus of flowering plants mostly comprised of trees and large shrubs. These plants belong to the Bignoniaceae family along with Campsis radicans and Jacaranda mimosifolia. Most
Unique is the word for Bauhinias, a varied family of immense interest and charm. You can grow them as shrubs (from small to large sizes), trees or vines. Their foliage
The deciduous handsome Silk Oak, scientifically known as Grevillea robusta (grev-ILL-ee-uh, roh-BUS-tuh) is a part of the family Proteaceae. It is native to the temperate climate of eastern coastal Australia
Styrax japonicus [STY-raks, juh-PON-ih-kuhs] is a deciduous flowering tree species of the Styracaceae family. Native to Japan, Korea, and China, the plant features upward-facing ovate leaves and dark green-brown, olive-like
Acer Palmatum [AY-ser, pahl-May-tum] is a woody plant belonging to the family Sapindaceae and is native to Japan, China, Korea, southeast Russia, and eastern Mangolia. While the plant has been
The bright red tops of the Royal Poinciana tree (Delonix Regia) are an amazing site when this colorful tree is in full bloom. Delonix Regia is pronounced [dee-LON-iks REE-jee-uh], but
Erythrina Crista-Galli [er-ith-RY-nuh KRIS-tuh GAL-ee] tree produces a beautiful display of flowers each summer. The bright coral-red flowers appear in long clusters, adding a splash of intense color to the
The dogwood tree is an attractive tree in every season of the year. In the springtime, dogwood trees burst into full blooms blanketing the woodlands in white. In the fall,
Question: I know there are many types of tree and plant injury out of man’s control. However, what are the best steps, precautions and preventive measures to take to protect
In a rush to get trees planted some homeowners make the mistake of planting the wrong tree(s). Tree roots may cause plumbing problems, damage concrete and even make selling a
Trees do not need to be large towering specimens covering a yard. There are many trees which are beautiful but need the right location. Planting the wrong tree can lead