Hemerocallis, the scientific name for daylilies, has a fancy ring to it, right? These vibrant flowers belong to the Xanthorrhoeaceae family. The name ‘Hemerocallis’ is derived from the Greek words ‘hemera’ (day) and ‘kallos’ (beauty). Despite the common name, daylilies...
August has arrived! No matter the weather you are experiencing — rain, wind, snow, or sunshine — there's all sorts of tinkering to be done in the garden. Plus, you won't even need to break a sweat; instead, tending to...
Ornithogalum, affectionately known as "chincs" in South Africa, truly shines as the star of the plant world—literally. This local gem features star-shaped flowers that cluster in an umbel atop robust stems. The name ‘Ornithogalum’ however means "bird's milk," thanks to...
Tritonia, which shares family ties with the Ixia genus in the Iridaceae family, is the plant equivalent of that reliable friend who always shows up. Known as blazing star or garden montbretia, the 28-odd species of Tritonia are like the...
The majestic tulip, beloved by poets, artists, and avid gardeners for centuries, ranks among the world's most cherished plants and cut flowers. If you fancy a bit of history, you may know that contrary to popular belief, tulips didn't originate...
