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This tender bulb is now the only true Amaryllis species. The bulbs that we grow in our homes during the holiday season are not true Amaryllis and are actually of the genus Hippeastrum. Amaryllis belladonna is also known as Resurrection Lily, Magic Lily, Surprise Lily and Naked Lady. Characteristics of Naked ladies, Belladonna lily - [...] The name Allium is from the ancient name for garlic, which is part of the genus. There are estimated to be around 700 species within the genus, and many cultivars. There are perennials and biennials. Many members of the genus give themselves away with the distinctive smell of onions when the bulb or foliage is [...] Hyacinths are one of the “big three” bulbs in gardening interest (the others being tulips and daffodils) and these extremely fragrant spring flowering bulbs are worthy of a place in your bulb garden. Carnegie is a pure white hyacinth with a deep penetrating fragrance. Reblooms for several years. As an aside, the name comes from [...] The Anemone family is a large one, but it is Anemone Coronaria, or poppy-flowered Anemone, which is the gem of the fall planting selection. The common name for these showy plants is Wind Flowers, which refers to their soft, breeze-fluttered blooms that add movement and life to gardens. With contrasting centers and single or double [...] |
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