W Wahlenbergia.—The hardy perennial kinds thrive best in pots, the soil in which should be kept moist. The annuals, which are raised on a hotbed in March, may be planted out in May in a warm situation. Waitzia.—Very beautiful half-hardy annuals, but more suitable for the greenhouse than the open flower-bed. They require a sandy Continue reading “Letter W | Flowers Encyclopedia” »

V Vaccineum Myrtillus and V. Uliginosum.—Attractive deciduous shrubs. They require to be grown in peat or very sandy loam. In April or May they produce flowers. They can be increased by dividing the creeping roots. Height, 1-1/2 ft. Vaccineum Vitis-Idæa (Red Whortleberry).—A neat native shrub which, with its flowers and clusters of bright red berries, Continue reading “Letter V | Flowers Encyclopedia” »

Mimosa.—These shrubs are often called Sensitive Plants, on account of the leaves of several of the species of this genus shrinking when touched. They grow well in loam and peat with a little sand, but require to be planted in a warm situation or to have greenhouse care. Cuttings of the young wood root readily Continue reading “Flowers Encyclopedia – Mimosa to Myrtle” »

K Kadsura Japonica.—This is a beautiful creeper for a south or west aspect. It thrives best in loam and sandy peat. Cuttings may be struck in sand, placed under a glass, and subjected to heat. Kale.—See "Borecole." Kalmia Latifolia.—This hardy, dwarf evergreen shrub is deservedly a great favourite. It produces a wealth of flowers in Continue reading “Flowers Encyclopedia Kadsura to Kohl” »

The Flickr Blog posted last year's (Happy New Year's) best pics of '06. Unfortunately, no pictures of flowers were included.  In fact, after browsing thru the past year's archives there were very few pictures of flowers in general. There were plenty of pictures of cats in various amusing and, sometimes tiresome, outfits. And some amazing Continue reading “Where are the Pictures of Flowers?!” »