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Houseplants are obtained either by collecting wild specimens of plants, or by growing them in greenhouses or commercial nurseries. Wild collection of plants for the houseplant trade is a major threat to many species, especially plants with limited native ranges.
These fast-growing plants in seasonal flower beds create colourful displays, during spring, summer, fall or winter, depending on the climate. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] Plants used for bedding are generally annuals, but biennials, tender perennials, and succulents are also used.
Horticulture is the art and science of growing ornamental plants, fruits, vegetables, flowers, trees and shrubs. Horticulture is commonly associated with the more professional and technical aspects of plant cultivation on a smaller and more controlled scale than agronomy .
A. Adelonema wallisii; Adenium obesum; Adiantum aethiopicum; Adiantum capillus-veneris; Adiantum formosum; Adiantum peruvianum; Aechmea chantinii; Aechmea fasciata
Ornamental plants are the keystone of ornamental gardening, and they come in a range of shapes, sizes, and colors suitable to a broad array of climates, landscapes, and gardening needs. Some ornamental plants are foliage plants grown mainly or entirely for their showy foliage; this is especially true of houseplants. Their foliage may be ...
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Temperature has a multiplicity of effects on plants depending on a variety of factors, including the size and condition of the plant and the temperature and duration of exposure. The smaller and more succulent the plant, the greater the susceptibility to damage or death from temperatures that are too high or too low. Temperature affects the ...
It did my heart good to see so many younger people enjoying being in the greenhouse and shopping for plants. Houseplants a growing inspiration for younger generations. Here’s some age-old advice