Date: 24 Oct 2021
Bottlebrush to Little John
or the story of a Dwarf Plant
by Alex Butova, the Witch of Herbs and Cats
...Bottlebrush... Bottle washing brushes... Nowadays, it is hard to
imagine a more outdated concept! For reuse, all glass containers have been
cleaned industrially for many years. Young people have never even heard of,
especially used, such a thing. Nevertheless, Bottlebrush not only lives, but is
often used by many people. In today's world, Bottlebrushes are not brushes at all, but... beautiful ornamental plants!..
...This plant was originally selected as a chance seedling in the 1980s by
Ken Dunstan of Alstonville, New South Wales and was also called Callistemon
Alstonville Dwarf, Tom Thumb and, at last, Little John. They said that the
choice of this name was the song "Little John, Bottle John" by the American singer and songwritter Terry Grosvenor on lyrics by Laura E. Richard. Little John was the 1986 Shrub of the Year in Australia and was originally introduced as a plant that only grew to 3ft tall...
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Date: 6 Jun 2024
What is the symbol of exotic allure? Meet legendary Coral Trees -
Coral Tree - Erythrina - Butea monosperma
Coral Tree - Erythrina
Coral Tree - Erythrina
Coral Tree - Erythrina
Coral Tree - Erythrina
Coral Tree - Erythrina crysta-galli
- 💋 Vivid red blooms: striking, coral-red flowers that create a breathtaking visual display.
- 💋 Eye-catching: makes a stunning focal point with its bold and vibrant floral clusters.
- 💋 Fast-growing: quickly develops into a magnificent tree.
- 💋 Unique branch structure: an interesting, sculptural form that adds architectural interest even when not in bloom.
- 💋 Pollinator magnet: attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, supporting local wildlife. 🐞🐝
- 💋 Drought tolerant: withstands dry conditions once established.
- 💋 Adaptable: thrives in a range of soils, demonstrating versatility and hardiness.
- 💋 Low maintenance: requires minimal care.
- 💋 Legendary beauty: often considered a symbol of exotic allure, brings a touch of the extraordinary to a Southern landscape.
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Date: 10 Oct 2024
When does Champaka tree start blooming?
Joy Perfume tree (Magnolia champaca) flowers
☀️ When does Champaka tree start blooming?
- 🏵 Champaka, or Joy Perfume tree (Magnolia champaca) blooms in and off year around. This year it's the third time we see our trees with flowers.
- 🏵 The flowers are used to make the world's most expensive perfume 'Joy' and smell like fruity bubble gum... you can't stop sticking your nose in this flower!
🎥 Yellow Champaka in bloom. This tree is 3 years old.
📚 Learn more from previous posts:
- 🟡Why Champaka is such a popular perfume tree
- 🟡Flower of the most expensive perfume
- 🟡White Champaka
- 🟡Article about Champaka
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Date: 28 Nov 2024
How soon will Persimmon tree fruit?
Persimmon (Diospyros kaki)
🍑 How soon will Persimmon tree fruit?
- 🍑 Persimmons (Diospyros sp.) are fast-fruiting trees, perfect for gardeners seeking quick results.
- 🍑 Grafted varieties begin producing fruit immediately, even on young, container-grown trees as small as 2-3 feet tall, often flowering in their first year.
- 🍑 When planted in the ground, persimmons grow into compact, space-efficient trees that reliably produce a bountiful harvest every year.
📚 Learn more from previous post:
Native American Persimmon
Persimmons: best varieties for container culture
How to grow Persimmon tree
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Date: 24 Dec 2024
Did you know which two trees are behind the creation of Eggnog?
Nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans)
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum or Cinnamomum cassia).
☕️ Did you know which two trees are behind the creation of Eggnog?
☕️ Eggnog is made from milk, cream, sugar, beaten eggs, and two spices: Nutmeg and Cinnamon. Both nutmeg and cinnamon come from spice trees:
Nutmeg is made from the seed of the Nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans).
🔥Cinnamon comes from the bark of the Cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum verum or Cinnamomum cassia).
These spices add the classic, warming flavors that make eggnog so popular during the holiday season.
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