Tillandsia Ionantha

Tillandsia IonanthaThe English pop rock group The Hollies, who once sang, "All I need is the air that I breathe," could have been referring to air plants. There are more than 650 types of air plants (Tillandsia) that can grow, and thrive, without soil. Why are air plants so easy to grow? These bromeliads get all of the water and nutrients they need through their specialized leaves. Air plants use their roots only for attaching themselves to rocks, trees, shrubs, and the

these pears also keep well

'Kiku-shidare-zakura'

White with serrated edges

borders containers and use for cut flowers and enjoy their scent and style in flower arrangements or a vase

creating an eye-catching sanctuary of foliage in any room

'Frilly Knickers' won the Virtual Visitors Vote at the Horticultural Trades Association's Virtual New Plants Awards

this compact planter is perfect for placing just outside the back door

which attracts birds during the winter months

Gather and use for cut flowers in a vase or mix and make wonderful flower arrangements

Regular watering and feeding during the growing season will encourage abundant blooms from June to September

The fruits are ready for picking in late July to early August

'Orange Dream' bears bright orange leaves in Spring