- Consists mostly of shrubs or small trees.
- The first Fuchsia was discovered on the Caribbean island of Haspaniola in about 1696-1697.
- Charles Plumier was the one who discovered the first Fuchsia and named it after the renowned German botanist Leonhart Fuchs.
- There are currently almost 110 recognized species of Fuchsia.
- The vast majority are native to South America
- They can either be deciduous or evergreen depending on the species.
- It is winter hardy but also blooms in the spring
Asian Lily:
- Also known as the Lilium concolor
- They bloom mid May through mid July.
- Size can range from 14~18 inches to 22~30inches.
- The classic Asiatic lily are trumpet shaped.
- They can grow exceptionally well in colder climate.
Dahlia:
- Known as the Dahlia coccinea
- More than 30 species of the Dahlia exists.
- Dahlias do not attract insects because of their smell.
- Originated in mexico in 1525
- Dahlia is unique among Compositae because it has six furrows as opposed to the typical three
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