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Kniphofia
Kniphofia is commonly known as torch lily or red hot poker, although the species comes in a variety of colours such as yellow and cream. This plant often features in garden borders and in bouquets because of its striking flowers. Description Kniphofia is an evergreen plant with thin, grass-like leaves and an erect stem. It…
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Leucospermum
Commonly known as the pincushion due to its cluster of needle-like flower heads, Leucospermum is a shrub that produces flowers in orange and red. Leucospermum takes its name from the Greek words leukos and sperma, which mean white and seed respectively, a reference to the white seeds of many Leucospermum species. Description As its common…
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Lilac
The Lilac is commonly known amongst florists as Syringa (sir-IN-ga), which is its genus name. It is a deciduous shrub that is often used in landscaping in the garden because it can be used to create a natural fence. Description Depending on the variety, Lilacs will grow from 2m to 10m in height. Their most…
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Lily
The genus Lilium belongs to the family of plants known as Liliaceae. True lilies belong to this genus and, despite their names, some species such as the Peace lily or Day lily are not true lilies, despite the ‘lily’ part of their name. Description True lilies have long, narrow leaves growing along the length of…
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Limonium
Also known as statice or broad-leaved statice, species of Limonium are also referred to as Sea Lavender or Marsh-rosemary. Description They can be annuals, evergreen perennials or deciduous, with green foliage from spring to autumn depending on the species. Limonium produce either clusters of small flowers or masses of small lavender and pink flowers. They…
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Lisianthus
Lisianthus is the name for the cultivated form of the eustoma plant. Commonly referred to as the Texas Bluebell or Blue Field Daisy, these flowers come in purple, lilac, pink and white varieties. Description Lisianthus flowers are decorative ornamental plants which can be grown as indoor pot plants or cultivated for use in cut-flower arrangements.…
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Lily of the valley
Convallaria majalis, or Lily of the Valley as it is commonly known, is an herbaceous perennial that is poisonous. It is believed to be the only species in the Convallaria genus and is also referred to as May lily, Lady’s Tears and Conval lily. Description Dark green leaves form a dense mat close to the…
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Iris
This flower has connections with ancient Greece, where Iris was the messenger of the Gods, communicating between heaven and earth through a rainbow. The importance of the iris has continued through time and the flowers have had a long association with heraldry and royalty. Description Irises are one of the best-known spring flowers. Their flowers…
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