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Golden Princess (Zingiber sp.) is a small plant that grows 2-5 ft tall and wide. It has lush green foliage and blooms with beautiful yellow, orange flowers. The blooms are highly fragrant and release an inviting scent into the surrounding environment.

This tropical plant prefers a semi-shaded location, with regular watering. When growing Golden Princess in USDA Zones 9-11, especially in cooler regions, regular watering and fertilizing are essential to keep plants healthy. It is also important to protect plants from frost and provide protection from strong winds. To ensure successful growth, place the pot in an area that receives plenty of indirect sunlight.

Golden Princess can be easily propagated from cuttings towards the end of the summer, when it is hot and the humidity is high. This process is best done when the temperature is warm during the day, but not too hot at night.

In areas with colder climates, Golden Princess should be grown from a pot. The pot should be kept in a warm, protected area, such as in a sheltered spot, away from cold winds. To keep the plant healthy and blooming, water regularly and fertilize during the spring and summer months.

Overall, Golden Princess is a great addition to any garden, patio or balcony. It can bring vibrancy and the unmistakable, sweet fragrance of its bright, yellow flowers. With regular water and fertilizer, and protection from frost, it can provide years of enjoyment and beauty.

Zingiber spectabile (Beehive Ginger) is a small plant typically found in the Malaya region, and is known for its ornamental foliage, fragrant yellow and orange flowers, and mature plant's hardiness in cold temperatures. The mounding plant can reach up to 2-5 ft in height and width and prefers a location with full sun to semi-shade exposure, and regular watering. In USDA Zone 10-11, the Beehive Ginger displays a lovely display of flowers from July through late November.

Grown in pots, this plant still needs plenty of water, and should be able to tolerate temperatures at least as low as 30s F for a short amount of time, if given sufficient protection from harsh wind and cold. Watering should be done consistently and preferably with plain water, so as to not damage the soil's pH levels. For added protection against chilly climates, top the soil with a layer of mulch to help hold in the moisture and add an extra layer of insulation. Be sure to fertilize the Beehive Ginger regularly to ensure healthy growth.

Pinecone ginger is considered a canoe plant, that is, a plant introduced throughout the Pacific by the ancient Polynesian settlers. All parts of the pinecone ginger are spicy fragrant. The leaves and inflorescences of the pinecone ginger arise from a thick knobby rhizome that grows just under the surface of the soil. The leaflets are arranged alternately along an arching pseudostem that grows one to two meters (3 to 7 feet) in length. The inflorescence is borne on a separate pseudostem from the leaves. It is a spike; bracts subtend the position of each of the flowers giving the inflorescence its pinecone shape. The inflorescence is green until flowering. The pale yellow or white flowers emerge from the lowest bracts first, when the flower is spent, it dries and falls away. After flowering, the bracts change color. The color change continues upward until the entire inflorescence is bright crimson. This is an excellent fast-growing landscape plant for tropical effect, and the cone shaped flowers are long lasting and useful for cut flower arrangements. This plant is most widely known around the world as the "Shampoo Ginger" for the milky substance in the cones, and it is in fact used as a shampoo in Asia and Hawaii, and as an ingredient in several commercial shampoos. In mid to late summer, separate stalks grow out of the ground with green cone-shaped bracts that resemble pinecones. The green cone turns red over a couple of weeks and then small creamy yellow flowers appear on the cone.

The zinnia is a bushy annual flower native to Mexico. It grows in any type of soil, though it prefers well-drained, sandy loam, and it is fairly drought tolerant once established.

Zinnias come in many colors and sizes, making this a great choice for adding a splash of color in your garden. Low-growing varieties only a foot tall and wide can be used as a groundcover. Higher growing varieties can reach up to five feet and make a great backdrop for other flowering plants. The flowers, however, remain small, ranging from one and a half to three inches across.

Most zinnias love full sun, although some of the larger varieties such as Zinnia angustifolia will tolerate some shade. They should be watered regularly, with an inch of water every week in hot weather, and every two to three weeks in cooler conditions. Deadheading (removing spent flowers) will encourage more blooms, but is optional.

Zinnias come in a variety of colors, including pink, white, off-white, blue, lavender, purple, red, crimson, and yellow or orange. The colors may be solid or variegated. Zinnias are attractive to butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial pollinators, so this is a great way to attract them to your garden.

To grow Zinnia sp. in cold regions, select varieties that can tolerate colder temperatures. Choose a variety that is hardy to USDA Zone 9-11. Plant in a pot that can be moved indoors in winter and set outdoors in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix and water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out before watering again. Make sure the pot has ample drainage holes to prevent the roots from becoming waterlogged. Place the pot in a sunny spot and provide plenty of airflow to prevent fungal diseases. Deadheads the flowers regularly to encourage new blooms.

Ziziphus celata is a small spiny shrub that is usually less than 2 meters tall. Clusters of highly fragrant tiny green flowers are borne in winter, and grape-sized, yellow-orange fruit develop in spring. It is a terrestrial flowering plant endemic to central Florida.

Ziziphus celata is listed as an endangered species in the United States.

It is often confused with the closely related Chinese jujube (Ziziphus jujuba), but whereas Ziziphus jujuba prefers temperate climates, Ziziphus mauritiana is tropical to subtropical.

This deciduous small tree or large shrub is densely branched with zigzag branches. Branches typically have a leaf and a thorn at each angle. Flowers are small and inconspicuous, greenish-white. The fruits are initially green, but have a yellow to pale orange color when ripe. Seeds are enclosed within a woody endocarp.

Ziziphus mucronata, also known as Buffalo thorn, is a drought resistant shrub or a small tree that is well-suited for gardens in warm, dry climates. Buffalo thorn is characterized by its crooked trunk, drooping branches, and glossy, drooping leaves with three conspicuous veins at the base. The branches are covered in spines, one curved and one straight. The shrub produces inconspicuous yellowish flowers in clusters, which produce a large amount of nectar that attracts many insects, particularly bees. The round, russet-colored fruits contain a dry, meal-like pulp and are eaten by many birds and wild animals.

It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, fertile soil, but it can also be grown in containers. It ca be grown in ground in USDA Zone 9-11. While it is not particularly cold hardy, mature plants can withstand temperatures as low as the low 30s Fahrenheit for short periods of time. To protect container plants in cold regions, it is recommended to bring them indoors during the winter to prevent frost damage.

Buffalo thorn should be watered moderately and not overwatered, as this can cause root rot. The leaves should be sprayed with water to keep them looking healthy. Pruning back crisscrossing limbs and any dead wood can encourage healthy new growth. In addition to being an attractive garden plant, this shrub is also known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Bark, leaves, and roots of Buffalo thorn, as well as decoctions made from these parts, have been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, such as skin infections, chest problems, and various pains, including toothaches. The seeds were ground and used as a coffee substitute.

Zygopetalum sp. is a small shrub from South America reaching between 2-5 feet in height; it is an epiphyte, meaning it needs to be grown attached to a tree or piece of wood. The uncommon and unusual features of this plant blooms make them quite sought after. Zygopetalum enjoys a moderate climate and can tolerate some full sun, but prefers semi-shade. In areas with colder winters, it can also be grown in pots in a greenhouse or on a patio, as long as precautions are taken to protect its roots from freezing temperatures.

Regular watering is important to keep Zygopetalum sp. in good health, however excessive soil moisture can cause rot. Because of this, it is important to use a soil or potting mix with good drainage. Fertilizing during the growing season can help to keep the plant healthy and encourage better blooming.

The rarity and beauty of Zygopetalum sp. is what sets it apart from other plants. Its blooms are unusual in that they come in a variety of shapes and colors, ranging from bright white to shades of purple and pink with yellow throats. The flowers are often fragrant, adding to its charm.

With proper care, Zygopetalum sp. can make an excellent addition to any garden or home. Its tall stems and unusual blooms can provide a unique addition to any outdoor space. Even those who live in colder climates can enjoy it, by protecting it through the winter and bringing it indoors if needed.