Plant of the month:
Lipstick Tree, Annatto

Bixa orellana - Lipstick Tree, Annatto, Achiote... Meet the plant that lipstick is made of!

The enchanting Lipstick Tree brings a splash of South American magic to your garden with its bold, heart-shaped leaves and charming pink blooms. But the real showstopper? Its vibrant seed pods brimming with annatto - a natural pigment famed for painting dishes with rich golden hues and spicing up kitchens worldwide.

Annatto isn't just a culinary delight; it's a beauty secret too, adding natural, radiant color to lipsticks and cosmetics. Beyond its practical uses, Bixa makes a striking hedge or screen, adding both beauty and function. This tree is your garden's ticket to tropical flair and everyday usefulness!