Flower Types

The dragon lily (Dracunculus vulgaris) is an unusual Mediterranean perennial known for its large dark maroon-purple spathe, long blackish spadix, and unmistakable carrion-like odor. A member of the arum family (Araceae), it uses its unpleasant scent to attract flies and […]

Wild peonies are naturally occurring species of the genus Paeonia, found primarily across Europe and Asia, with two species native to western North America. These plants have adapted to habitats ranging from open grasslands and woodland edges to rocky slopes

Rare wildflowers are plant species with naturally limited distributions, small populations, specialized habitat requirements, or populations that have declined because of habitat loss and other environmental pressures. Some occur only within a small geographic area, while others were once more

Star-shaped flowers are found in plant families around the world, from woodland wildflowers and spring-flowering bulbs to succulents, tropical perennials, and orchids. Their distinctive appearance is created by petals or tepals that radiate outward from the center of the flower,

Columbines (Aquilegia) are spring- and early-summer-flowering perennials known for their distinctive flowers, many of which have long nectar-filled spurs extending behind the petals. Depending on the species or cultivar, the flowers may be blue, purple, red, pink, yellow, white, or

Blackberry lily (Iris domestica) is a herbaceous perennial known for its orange, red-spotted flowers and unusual clusters of glossy black seeds. Despite its common name, it is not a true lily. Instead, it belongs to the iris family (Iridaceae) and

Black Magic rose (‘Black Magic’) is a hybrid tea rose known for its exceptionally dark, velvety red flowers, which can appear nearly black in certain lighting. Bred by Rosen Tantau in Germany and introduced in 1995, the cultivar became particularly

Basket flower (Plectocephalus americanus, formerly Centaurea americana) is a tall annual wildflower native to parts of the central and southern United States and northern and western Mexico. It is known for its large pink to lavender flower heads and distinctive

Matchstick banksia (Banksia cuneata) is a rare shrub or small tree found naturally only in a restricted part of the Wheatbelt region of southwestern Western Australia. A member of the Proteaceae family, it is best known for its unusual flower

Dahlias delight us with their symphony of shapes, sizes, and rainbow of colors, making them a favorite among gardeners and florists alike. These flowers are not only a visual feast but also a collector’s showcase of diversity, with some varieties