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Flowering times vary, but the best displays are in winter when the whole shrub is covered in small, white flowers. The flowers are followed by fluffy seed heads looking much like cottony wool or snow.

Essential oil derived from Eriocephalus africanus is used as an ingredient in medicinal and perfume products.

Native to Tropical Asia, Kleinhovia hospita (Guest Tree) is a small tree, growing between 10-20 ft, with pink flowers and broadly ovate leaves. It is suitable for growing in USDA Zone 9-11, requiring full sun to semi-shade conditions and regular watering.

Kleinhovia hospita is easy to propagate from seeds and stem cuttings. The stem should be cut to the base when it is still green and remove the leaves. It should be planted into well-draining, loamy soil and watered regularly, but be careful to not overwater. If grown in pots, it should be repotted every one to two years in a loose potting mix, with adequate drainage. If grown in climates where temperatures drop below freezing, it should be grown in a container and brought indoors to protect against freezing temperatures.

In terms of growing care, Kleinhovia hospita should have regular fertilization throughout the growing season, with a balanced fertilizer. Pruning is also recommended to achieve a desired shape and size, but should be done sparingly as it can reduce the number of flowers in the season.

Additionally, Kleinhovia hospita is a useful ethnomedical plant, with its bark and leaves used as hair wash for lice and juice of the leaves used as an eyewash. Young leaves are also eaten as a vegetable.

Aphelandra hartwegiana, also known as Yellow Aphelandra, is a small plant that typically grows 2-5 feet tall. This plant is native to Panama and Colombia and is typically grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers plenty of sun, although it can tolerate some shade, and regular watering to thrive.

Aphelandra hartwegiana produces beautiful and unusual flowers that emerge out of long orange stalks. The flowers come in two colors: red, crimson, vinous flowers, and yellow, orange flowers protruding from orange calyces in succession over many days.

This plant is relatively easy to care for in most areas, requiring minimal pruning and trimming. In bright light, the midvein and petiole of the plant can take on a reddish hue.

In colder regions grow it in a pot, using good quality soil with fine bark for extra drainage.

Regular watering is essential to keep the plant looking its best. Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season, and give an occasional trim to encourage a bushy form. While it can get leggy, regular pruning can help maintain a branching, dense form. Aphelandra hartwegiana is an undemanding and rewarding plant that adds unique beauty to any space.

Brachychiton is a genus of 30 or more species, most of which occur in tropical parts of Australia in dry areas or in rainforest. They are large shrubs or trees. One of the most commonly cultivated is the Illawarra flame tree (Brachychiton acerifolius) which is popular due to its spectacular crimson flowers. The Kurrajong (B.populneus) is one of the most widely distributed and is also a common tree in cultivation. Leaves are about 4" to 6" long and deeply lobed. The large, bell-shaped flowers are usually deep pink and occur in clusters at the ends of the branches. The flowers are very spectacular and are followed by seed capsules which contain many large seeds. B. Discolor is reasonably common in cultivation and is hardy in a range of climates although it may be slow growing. It tolerates a range of soils.

Propagation from seed is relatively easy without any pretreatment. The seeds are surrounded in the capsule by irritant hairs and are best collected using gloves. Brachychiton - from Greek, brachys, short and chiton, a tunic, a reference to the coating on the seed. Discolor -two different colors.

The flowers are a shade of red to purple, tipped with yellow and are arranged in spikes around the branches which continue to grow after flowering.

Vachellia cornigera, commonly known as Bullhorn Acacia, is an evergreen small tree that typically grows up to 10-20 feet tall. Native to Central America, Mexico, it is drought-tolerant and can thrive in full sun and dry conditions. Its foliage is typical of Acacias, with bright, tiny leaves and prominently spaced, prominent thorns. The thorns also serve to protect the tree from herbivores.

Its bright yellow, orange flowers, produced in spring and summer, attract nectar-seeking butterflies and hummingbirds. The plant is also highly decorative and can be used in gardens for topiary or hedges. As it produces fragrant flowers and can attract wildlife, it is a popular choice in the ornamental gardening trade.

Bullhorn Acacia is moderately adaptable to various soil types, but it prefers well-drained soil and is intolerant of moisture-retaining soil. It should be fertilized with a nitrogen-rich fertilizer twice a year, in spring and summer. It prefers a sunny site and protection from cold winds. In cold regions, it can be grown in large pots, which can be shifted indoors during cold periods.

In USDA Zone 8 through 11, Bullhorn Acacia is low-maintenance and makes an excellent addition to any landscape with its fragrant flowers, lush foliage, and attractive thorns. It is easy to grow and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. With minimal care, Bullhorn Acacia is a natural way to add a dose of greenery and bring a bit of nature to your garden.

Berberis species are popular garden shrubs, grown for their ornamental leaves, yellow flowers, and red or blue-black berries.

Sweet marjoram is a bushy half-hardy perennial sub-shrub that is often grown as an annual. Origanum majorana is multi-branched stems that spill over to create a mound. Since the stems take root where they touch the soil, the mound gradually increases in diameter. If grown in a hanging basket, the stems form a a cascade of attractive gray-green foliage. Sweet marjoram's oval leaves are soft and fuzzy. The leaves have a wonderful, very distinctive, perfumy fragrance when bruised. The flowers are tiny and arranged in burrlike heads. Sweet marjoram does best in a well-drained, slightly limey soil. Prefers full to nearly full sun. In the hottest part of summer, it should be given more shade. It likes a well-drained soil and frequent watering. Sweet marjoram is frost-tender. Propagation: It's easy to grow sweet marjoram from seed, but it's better to start it from cuttings. The flavor combines well in salads, in soups, sauces, fish, meats, and tomato slices. The flowers dry well for decorative arrangements or potpourri. Makes an effective home insect repellant. Often used in herbal sleep pillows. Marjoram makes a fragrant bath herb.

Firmiana colorata, or Scarlet Sterculia, is a deciduous, small to medium-sized tree native to India and Thailand. It prefers organically-rich, sandy soil with plenty of moisture. This tree produces red flowers that hang down from the ends of its branches in short and dense panicles. The flowers are covered in a fine, downy hair, giving them a soft, velvety look. During its flowering period, Firmiana colorata presents a spectacular sight with its orange-red flowers against its leafless state.

Growing between 10-20 feet tall, its hardy to zone 10. This tree requires full sun and organically-rich, sandy loam soil with plenty of moisture, yet it does not handle overwatering well.

When in bloom, Firmiana colorata produces red and crimson flowers with a glossy, vinous hue. These flowers hang down from the ends of the tree's branches in short, dense panicles. They are covered in a fine downy hair, giving them a soft, velvety look. This flower is especially attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies, making it a popular choice for gardeners.

Young trees are often grown from a bulb or caudex and can even be grown as a bonsai plant. When planted in the ground, this tree grows into a large tree. During winter it often loses its leaves, and goes dormant. When flowering, it can be a stunning sight with its orange-red flowers against its bare branches.