Plant Identification

06

Apr

By Elahe Rabiei

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House Plant Identification, Plant Identification, Succulent Identification

Echeveria perle von nurnberg vs purple pearl: The Last Word

Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant, and in this post, I’m going to give the ultimate answer to one of the frequent questions in succulents identification: Echeveria perle von nurnberg vs purple pearl. While shopping in plant nurseries or searching on Google, you will find various names like Echeveria perle von nurnberg, Echeveria purple pearl and even Echeveria gibbiflora 'Purple Pearl' for one of the most stunning purple Echeveria types. But who is she? Are all of them the same plants or various Echeveria species? Indeed, they are the same plants without any difference. Please keep reading to find out my…

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05

Apr

By Elahe Rabiei

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House Plant Identification, Plant Identification, Succulent Identification

Echeveria harmsii vs pulvinate: A beginners Guide to Identification

Echeveria harmsii is very similar to the Echeveria pulvinate “Frosty”; both plants have grey-green to bluish leaves with a farina coat. However, in “Echeveria harmsii vs pulvinate”, the Pulvinate grows more compact and produces more pink flowers, but Harmsii is taller and produces orange to red flowers. Echeveria harmsii is an indoor succulent with vibrant green, fleshy leaves arranged in a symmetrical rosette, featuring a unique, slightly pointed tip and producing tall, colourful flower stalks adorned with tubular orange to red blooms." Echeveria pulvinate have several varieties, three of which are colourful (Rose, Ruby, and Devotion), and the Frosty have…

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12

Mar

By Elahe Rabiei

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Plant Identification, Succulent Identification

Identify 3 Elegant Echeveria nodulosa Varieties for Any Decor: Tried and True

Among captivating succulents, Echeveria nodulosa is characterized by its unique, knobby stems and rosette-shaped clusters of leaves which often have a powdery coating. The leaves are typically vibrant green, however, Echeveria nodulosa varieties like “benitsukasa”, 'Maruba Benitsukasa', 'Painted Lady” present a palette of colours. Along with colourful types of Echeveria nodulosa, this species can develop long, trailing stems too which makes it a popular choice for hanging baskets or as a cascading plant in containers. However, it is known for its slow growth, so you must be patient. Echeveria nodulosa varieties not only have distinctive appearance but also are relatively…

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09

Mar

By Elahe Rabiei

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House Plant Identification, Plant Identification, Succulent Identification

5 Echeveria pulvinata Varieties: Ideal for a Colorful Succulent Collection

Echeveria pulvinata is characterized by its fuzzy, velvety leaves. However, this popular Succulent comes in various stunning colours, including shades of green, pink, red, and purple, which make Echeveria pulvinata varieties: Frosty, Rose, Ruby, Devotion and Leucotricha. I love these varieties because of their compact, rosette-shaped growth habit, which makes them a versatile addition to my indoor plant collection. All Echeveria pulvinate varieties are relatively low-maintenance. In the following, I will tell you more about their features and aesthetics, along with tips for caring for them. Let’s get going! Echeveria pulvinata Varieties: 'Frosty' Echeveria pulvinata 'Frosty' is a captivating succulent…

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01

Mar

By Elahe Rabiei

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Plant Identification

4 Flowering Plants Similar to Hydrangea: Tips to Identify and Caring

Lilac, Rhododendron, Spirea, and Viburnum are flowering plants similar to Hydrangea and you cannot distinguish them easily. Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant and here compare their characteristics with their images and show you how to distinguish them easily. You may think what does it matter if I can identify plants similar to Hydrangea? Based on my experiences Hydrangea and its lookalikes may have different caring needs, so, to plant them in the right place in your garden and grow them healthy, you must know who is your lovely flowering plant. In addition, as you may know, the prices of Lilac,…

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19

Feb

By Elahe Rabiei

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Outdoor Plants, Plant Identification

Viburnum opulus: A Tree with White Flowers that Look Like Hydrangeas

Viburnum opulus, also known as European cranberrybush or Guelder Rose, is famous for producing clusters of white flowers that resemble snowballs. Some people mention it as a tree with white flowers that look like hydrangeas. I agree with them because its striking beauty, especially in the spring and fall reminds me of the Hydrangea. I love Viburnum opulus in spring when its incredible flowers attract pollinators, have a delightful fragrance, and create a stunning display in every garden and landscape. However, people call it a tree with white flowers that look like hydrangeas, I think the European cranberrybush has more advantages than Hydrangea for my…

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16

Feb

By Elahe Rabiei

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Outdoor Plants, Plant Identification

What Is Smooth Hydrangea? Identify it Easily by my Tips

If you are a Hydrangea fan, you must have heard the name Smooth Hydrangea. But what is Smooth Hydrangea and how I can distinguish it from other types? Although Hydrangeas are known for their incredible blooms, their various types such as Smooth Hydrangea are classified based on their leaf’s characteristics. Hydrangea plants belong to different botanical species. Some sources say there are 23 species in this genus, while others believe there are 49 or even 80. However, there are, only 6 types commonly grown in American gardens: Smooth, Big Leaf, Climbing, Mountain, Panicle, and Oakleaf. In this article, I will…

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02

Feb

By Elahe Rabiei

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Plant Identification, Succulent Identification

Gollum vs Hobbit Jade plant: Distinguish them Easily and Truly

Hi, I’m a horticultural consultant and in this post, I want to help you distinguish Gollum Jade plants from Hobbit Jade plants (Gollum vs Hobbit Jade plant) by focusing on their leaf shape: the Gollum Jade plant has tubular leaves that are long with red tips which are curved inward while the tubular appearance of Hobbit Jade plant leaves is due to spoon-shaped leaves that are curled inward. Keep reading to show you the difference between these stunning succulents along with their images. I also will tell you more key features about the Gollum vs Hobbit Jade plant. Tips for…

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29

Jan

By Elahe Rabiei

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House Plant Identification, Plant Identification, Type of Indoor Plants

Dracaena Identification with Pictures: 9 Dracaena Species + 25 Dracaena Varieties

Do you have a Dracaena plant and are exploring to find its name? If Dracaena identification is your challenge, here is a comprehensive collection of Dracaena species and varieties with their pictures. Join me in this post to identify your Dracaena plant easily because I compare them with their important characters in tables. Please don't waste time and let's start our journey to the world of Dracaena plants. Dracaena Identification: Dracaena Species There are about 170 species in the Dracaena genus. They belong to the asparagus family and are native to Central America, South Asia, Africa, and northern Australia. In…

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28

Jan

By Elahe Rabiei

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House Plant Identification, Plant Identification

Best Collection of Red Dracaena Varieties: Identify with Pictures

If you are searching for red dracaena varieties, you can find a gallery with their names and caring points. Some of them are real Dracaena plants, however, there are ones that belong to Cordylines but are known as Dracaena plants by mistake. I also will tell you how to distinguish Dracaenas from Cordylines.  Keep reading to find out more. Before starting, do you know the name Dracaena is derived from the Ancient Greek word “Drakaina which means "female dragon"? There is a wonderful historical story behind Dracaena's name, I recommend searching about it.  :arrow: You can also hear the audio version of…

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