Hand Pollination of ‘Sapphire Tower’ Helps Rare Plant Survive–Only Blooming Every 20 Years
At the Birmingham Botanical Gardens (BBG), a botanical marvel has unfolded as the elusive ‘Sapphire Tower,’ a bromeliad known scientifically as Puya alpestris, has burst into azure blooms after more than a decade of anticipation. Hailing from the Chilean Andes, where it thrives ...
Orchids ‘Bloom Year After Year’ With Pretty Flowers When Placed in One Specific Spot of Your Home
Orchids, with their enchanting and intricate blooms, have become increasingly popular as houseplants that can grace your home with their beauty year after year. Renowned houseplant expert Graham Rice has shared a simple yet effective trick to encourage these delicate flowers to rebloom. ...
