Lagerstroemia speciosa [a-ger-STREEM-ee-a, spee-see-OH-suh] is a perennial or deciduous tree (crepe myrtle) from the family Lythraceae. While this is the common scientific name, the plant is … [Read more]
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), … [Read more]
Jacaranda mimosifolia (jack-uh-RAN-duh mih-moe-sih-FOLE-ee-uh) is a sub-tropical deciduous flowering tree, which belongs to the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to South America, particularly north-western Argentina and southern Bolivia. … [Read more]
The Plumeria tree is a fast-growing tropical plant producing masses of fragrant blossoms between March and October. The Plumeria plants reach a height of 30′ … [Read more]
Crepe Myrtle plant (Lagerstroemia indica) is a highly successful addition to any yard or garden in the southern United States (USDA hardiness zone 6 to … [Read more]