These famous berries have been popular not only because of their delicious sweet, slightly sour taste, but also because of their high level of benzoic acid, which is a natural compound that conserves products made with lingonberries. Lingonberries contain many other healthy compounds, such as antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. As well as vitamin C, studies suggest that the high levels of antioxidants compared to other berries can limit the negative effects of eating high-fat food. The berries also contain tannins, which can have an effect on urinary tract disorders, and like cranberries, li ... Learn More

Veltheimia bracteata 'Lemon Flame', commonly known as Lemon Flame Forest Lily, is a stunning bulbous perennial that adds a pop of cheerful color to shaded garden areas or indoor plant displays. Its striking flower spikes feature tubular, lemon-yellow blooms with green tips, creating a fresh and elegant display during the late winter to early spring season. The flowers rise above glossy, wavy-edged green leaves, which remain attractive even when the plant is not in bloom. Native to South Africa, this drought-tolerant plant thrives in partial shade and well-drained, humus-rich soils. It is id ... Learn More

Verbascum pyramidatum, commonly known as Pyramid Mullein, is a tall, striking perennial characterized by its densely packed spikes of pale yellow, saucer-shaped flowers with purple stamens. The flowers rise from a rosette of large, silvery-green basal leaves, creating a dramatic architectural feature in the garden. Native to southeastern Europe, this plant is well-suited for xeriscaping, rock gardens, or cottage garden borders. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soils, Verbascum pyramidatum is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it an excellent choice for dry, sunny areas. It at ... Learn More

Your original description - Seldom seen white dwarf variety of the previous. CHILTERNS his lovely Violet is not a hybrid with other Viola varieties but a natural variety of the blue wild form. Of a compact, spreading, upright habit, it bears, in comparison to most of the innumerable hybrids, its quite delightful pure white flowers continuously from April until October by which time your thoughts may be turning to indoor pursuits! When cut back regularly, the plant regenerates very quickly and becomes a durable perennial. A sunny to partially shaded position in any good garden soil is all i ... Learn More

The "Devon Violet" or "Sweet Violet" must be too well know to need a description, but for the record, makes a creeping carpet of fragrant leaves (yes!), and long-stemmed, perfumed blue flowers opening with the snowdrops in February, and on into spring. This is botanically the single form of the "Parma Violet", which normally has double or semi-doubled flowers, and never sets any seed, having to be propagated from cuttings. ... Learn More

Vitis amurensis, commonly known as Amur Grape or Siberian Grape, is a vigorous, deciduous climbing vine native to the Amur River region of Siberia, China, and Korea. This cold-hardy species is known for its ability to withstand temperatures as low as -40°C (-40°F), making it one of the hardiest grapevines available. The plant features large, deeply lobed, green leaves that turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and purple in autumn, adding ornamental value to landscapes. Small, fragrant flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, followed by clusters of edible, dark purple-black grapes in late ... Learn More

Yucca thompsoniana, commonly known as Thompson's Yucca or Beaked Yucca, is aN evergreen succulent native to the arid regions of Texas, Chihuahua, and Coahuila. It features a single or sparsely branched trunk up to 1 meter (3 feet) tall, crowned with dense rosettes of narrow, dagger-like leaves. The greenish-blue leaves, up to 35 cm (14 inches) long and 1 cm (0.4 inches) wide, have finely toothed margins and terminate in sharp points. In late spring to early summer, it produces tall flower stalks bearing clusters of creamy-white, bell-shaped flowers, each about 4 cm (1.6 inches) long, attractin ... Learn More

The Indian Jujube, or Ber, is a versatile, fast-growing, and drought-tolerant tree that thrives in arid and semi-arid regions. This medium-sized deciduous tree is characterized by its thorny branches and shiny, oval green leaves that create a dense canopy, offering shade in hot climates. During its flowering season, small, yellowish-green flowers appear, followed by round or oval fruits that ripen to shades of yellow, orange, or red. The fruits are sweet and tangy, prized for their nutritional value and rich in vitamin C. They can be consumed fresh, dried, or processed into jams and pickles ... Learn More