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13/12/2023

Pennisetum Setaceum (Fountain grass)

It is a showy green ornamental grass that is native to open, scrubby habitats in East Africa, tropical Africa, the Middle East and south-western Asia. Fountain grass grows up to 3-5 ft .tall (90-150cm) and 2-4 ft wide(60-120cm). It is welcomed in any garden style,it is a focal point .It can be used as a specimen plant, it is good at borders ,where it provides textures ,color and it is effecient for softening driveways or courtyards. It needs full sun, […]
13/12/2023

Jasminum Azoricum

Jasminum Azoricum is an evergreen climber with white, lemon-scented flowers from late spring to late autumn. t’s a good climber for pergolas and trellis. Jasminum azoricum can reach heights of 2.5 – 4 metres and spread over 50 cms to a metre.  This jasmine tends to grow taller than wider, so it fits into a narrow space . You can grow White Azorean Jasmine up  in a container, or against a sunny fence or wall with strong supports. It  grows in most […]
13/12/2023

Cestrum Nocturnum (the lady of the night)

Cestrum nocturnum  an evergreen woody shrub. The plant is multi-branched and heavily foliated. It is grown in subtropical regions as an ornamental plant for its flowers that are heavily perfumed at night so it is called (The lady of the night). The shrub has a long bloom period, repeatedly flowering through the summer. It grows moderately fast up to 8-10 ft. It needs full sun to part shade, in organic ,fertile, well drained soils. You can plant it as a border, hedge, screen, or in […]
12/12/2023

Dimorphotheca

It is a flowering plant which native to south Africa.It is an evergreen, ornamental  plant which used as a ground cover in gardens , borders and containers. Its showy flowers and drought-tolerant nature make it a popular choice for gardens especially   low water gardens and dry climates. It can grow to about 2 to 3 feet tall and wide. Flowers come in shades of white ,pink, pare purple with a blue violet , yellow or orange . It needs full […]
08/12/2023

Cyperus Papyrus (Papyrus)

Undoubtedly when you hear the word Papyrus Egyptians come to mind. Egyptians used the plant for many purposes, including for making papyrus paper and In the Nile Delta, Papyrus was widely cultivated in ancient times. It was used in medicine in Ancient Egypt. Its importance was not limited to ancient Egypt only, as it is these days one of the most famous ornamental plant in the Middle East. Papyrus plants work well as the focal point in an arrangement of various aquatic plants […]
08/12/2023

Bougainvillea

BougainvilIea is a plant is a stunning, is a genus of 18 flowering plants. It is native to south America. Bougainvillea are popular ornamental plants in most areas with warm climates, including Florida, South Carolina, South India, California, across the Mediterranean Basin, as well as the Arabian Peninsula. It is popular in the Mediterranean region specifically in the Middle East .There is  widely used in Egypt specifically  types like Bougainvillea glabra and Bougainvillea shmasi which shaped like un umbrella or a ball Its bracts come in a […]
08/12/2023

Cupressus Sempervirens (Italian Cypress)

The tree is an evergreen, it is one of the most important and famous trees in the Mediterranean region. Native to eastern Mediterranean region, It is a favorite tree around Italy so it is called Italian cypress. The foliage is pincel-thin shape . It’s a popular choice for creating , architectural interest, especially in urban gardens where space is limited and where its shape suits a formal style of garden. It is used as a hedge and it can plant […]
08/12/2023

Olea Europaea (Olive Tree)

  Olea Europaea is an evergreen tree native to Mediterranean Europe, Asia, and Africa. It’s a slow growing tree. It has upright growth habit when young, with age it has a twisted trunk. It grows up to 20-30 feet (6-9 meters). It produces flowers in late spring to early summer, they are creamy-white and small flowers. Its fruits are the important thing it produces which named olives ,start green and gradually darken to purple or black when ripe .They are […]
01/12/2023

Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme)

Thyme is one of the most popular herbs It’s a striking plant with purple flowers.  A generally upright, woody-based perennial which is primarily grown as a culinary herb in( herb gardens). Leaves are highly aromatic (reaching their peak just before plants flower). This popular herb grows in Europe, especially the Mediterranean. You can use it fresh or dried ,they have nearly identical flavor. There is no house or kitchen that is not there in it. Thyme leaves can be added, […]