Semi-shade - Plant Encyclopedia Results

Very unusual bright yellow fruit looks like small pear-shaped tomatoes, with nipple-like protrusions. Violet colored flowers. It shows thorns on its stem. This is an erect tropical shrub growing up to 4" tall. The deeply lobed leaves have long spikes on its surface. The fruit is a round yellow berry with numerous brownish-red seeds in it. Fruiting branches can be used in tropical cut flower arrangements.

Clerodendrum sahelangii (Champagne Clerodenrum) is a large ornamental shrub native to the Malay Archipelago. Growing 5-10 ft tall, this shrub is perfect for a bold garden focal point. It produces charming white or off-white flowers in the summer that provide a delightful splash of color and attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard.

This plant thrives in well-draining soil in full sun or semi-shade with regular water. It is cold hardy to USDA zone 8-11 and can survive short temperate drops down to mid-20sF.

To keep this large shrub looking its best, ensure that it is receiving enough water when the temperatures are high. Mulch around the base of the plant can help conserve water and protect the plant roots. If you are growing Clerodendrum sahelangii in a container in colder climates, winterize by placing the container in a sheltered area, such as near the house or under an overhang. In the winter, stop fertilizing and reduce watering. By following these care tips, you can ensure a healthy, vibrant Clerodendrum sahelangii all year long.

Lonicera quinquelocularis, also known as Translucent Honeysuckle, is a large shrub native to the Himalayas. It typically grows to a height of 5-10 feet tall and features white or off-white flowers which are fragrant and attract both butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives with full sun, but will also tolerate semi-shade, with moderate water needs. It is a deciduous plant that produces yellow or orange blooms in the summer.

Lonicera quinquelocularis requires a well-draining soil and will not tolerate overly moist conditions. For the best results, it should be planted in full sun and watered moderately to establish a healthy root system. Adding a layer of mulch will also help the soil retain moisture and discourage weed growth.

With proper care, Lonicera quinquelocularis can thrive and is hardy in the USDA Zones 4-8.In cold regions, Lonicera quinquelocularis can be grown in a pot and should be brought in over the winter.

With its fragrant flowers, the plant it will provide a beautiful addition to any landscape.

In regard to caring for Dischidiopsis parasitica, It should be kept in semi-shade, where temperatures should remain fairly gentle, with regular water and good drainage to prevent over watering. It would be better to water the soil at the base of the plant, ensuring its roots stay well in contact with the soil. During spring and summer, the vine needs moderate water with a sprinkle of compost or slow release fertilizers. During winter a well drained potting mix is required in order to prevent water retention.

For cold regions, Dischidiopsis parasitica can be grown in pots that should be placed in areas that receive full morning sunlight. Supplying enough warmth and mulch in the pot improves its growth. Water should be given only when the soil has become dry and drained. It will require watering less frequent in winter when the weather becomes colder.

Dischidiopsis parasitica produces charming, red and crimson vinous colored blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It will bloom through the whole year, so you can enjoy its beautiful flowers during any season. This beautiful plant can be perfect in your home, garden or terrace, adding a touch of color and character to it. This is truly a fascinating and beautiful plant that you won't want to miss having!

French hybrid from the 1920s of Jasminum beesianum x Jasminum officinale: vigorous climbing vine with fragrant pale pink June flowers very quickly fading to a mother of pearl white. Will not bud until the plant is well established. Considered hardy to Zone 7. Flowering period - Early to midsummer. Long tube that flares out (salverform) on a loose cyme bearing 5 to 6 light pink, fragrant flowers. When it is in bloom the hummingbirds flock to it.

The ripe fruits, in a pod with 7 - 8 seeds each, burst open, when they get wet and the black seeds are hurdled away. Used as an anthelmentic, against joint pains and strained muscles.

It is a small shrub, often reaching a maximum height of 2-5 ft. It is native to the humid tropical forests of Indochina and grown in the USDA hardiness zone of 9-11.

This delightful little shrub boasts beautiful, bright green leaves that are accented by the striking and brightly colored pink, bell-shaped flowers that bloom during early summer and sporadically throughout the growing season. Not only is Strobilanthes hamiltoniana an aesthetically pleasing plant, but it is also considered an ethnomedical plant that has been used as a remedy for a variety of ailments.

Strobilanthes hamiltoniana prefers a semi-shade environment and regular to moderate water, making it an ideal addition to a shady garden. The plant thrives in warm and humid climates, however it can be grown in colder regions in a container. When grown in pot, this plant prefers moist soil, but should be protected from extreme temperatures and always be kept out of what little sunlight remains in order to avoid sunburn.

This lovely plant is easy to maintain and can do very well with minimal care. In order to propagate Strobilanthes hamiltoniana, it's best to use stem cuttings and place them in rich, well-draining potting soil. To ensure that this plant flourishes, it must be watered regularly, but avoid over-watering to prevent root rot and ensure healthy growth.

Strobilanthes hamiltoniana is a delightfully easy to grow plant that will reward the devoted gardener with a display of colorful pink flowers during the summer months. For best results, plant this remarkable plant in a semi-shade environment with consistent and moderate water and your garden will be graced with this incredible beauty.

Showy, tropical looking epiphyte that can be grown on a tree or in a large hanging basket. Long, pendulous, much bifurcated fertile fronds produce spores on special cup shaped appendages. Basal fronds form a crown shaped basket. It is able to grow high in the trees of the rainforest, often grows in large masses. Needs bright indirect light. New divisions should be misted daily to keep the humidity levels high. Once they are established, the ferns are fairly drought tolerant and should be watered at least twice a week during the growing season. During the winter rest period, water only enough to keep the fronds from wilting. Too much water in winter causes spotting of the fronds.

SIMILAR SPECIES: Platycerium bifurcatum has fertile leaves forked up to 5x (vs. forked to 7x), and sporangia on terminal tapering lobes (vs. on rounded or kidney-shaped lobes). P. coronarium and P. bifurcatum which look alike when young.

This genus consists of 80 species of deciduous or semi-evergreen shrubs, mostly from Europe, Asia and North America to Mexico.

Spireas are adaptable plants that thrive under most garden condition in temperate climates.

Grevillea lanigera (Woolly Grevillea) is a low-growing shrub from southeastern Australia that is valued for its fine, grey-green foliage and dense habit. It produces clusters of small pink and cream spider-like flowers that attract bees and birds over a long season. This hardy evergreen adapts well to sandy or rocky soils, tolerates drought once established, and is often used as a groundcover in warm climates. It is suitable for coastal gardens and requires good drainage to thrive. Grevillea lanigera is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11 and can tolerate brief dips to about 25F with protection.

'Mt Tamboritha' is a dwarf, prostrate selection of Woolly Grevillea that forms a tight mat of finely textured foliage. It is particularly popular as a rock garden plant or trailing over walls, combining compact growth with abundant flowering.