When you think of miniature flowers you may conjure up images of tiny little roses or daises but that is a very minor part of the miniature world. There are numerous species to choose from and within each species there are sub-cultures that add a world of variety to consider. A few of the more common varieties include irises, geraniums, foxgloves, lace cap hydrangeas and rhododendrons. All of these are flowering varieties. There are also non-flowering shrubs that work well for ground cover.
Roses bloom easier and with more abundance than other plants. That serves to make them one of the most popular species. They come in a variety of forms including climbers, trailers and specimen plants. Most people keep them in pots on the patio or deck but they can survive in the house with the proper lighting and care.
Some of the more exotic mini plants include impatiens from Hawaii with their brilliant red blooms dipped in orange, or carpet violets that produce tiny white buds surrounded with shiny, lustrous leaves. Others are Irish moss and the mount atlas daisy with it's fern like foliage and tiny daisies that enhance any fairy garden.
A different area of mini plants contains the dwarf plants. They can be irises, gardenias, snapdragons or cosmos to name just a few. These plants are smaller than normal due to root growth restriction and serious pruning and at times by genetics to reduce their size. They are generally less than two feet tall and have all the beauty of their full sized cousins.
Last in this group are the micro-mini plants. They are the smallest of all miniatures. These tiny plants will have blooms that are less than an inch across. One of the roses in this group is named bambino and has explosive orange flora. Another is chasin' rainbows that displays yellow petals rimmed in bright red.
You care for the smaller plants the same way you would any foliage in your care. They do demand that you fertilize them regularly because they are such aggressive bloomers. You will encounter the same types of diseases and pest damage as any gardener finds. The same pesticides and foods can be used in lesser amounts especially with the roses. It is best to use an organic pesticide to protect the environment.
For those of us who do not have green thumbs there are numerous ways to still enjoy the world of the mini-floral culture. Artificial plants and blossoms are available to fill our vases and baskets. They can be made of fine silk, cold set clay, glass or plastic beads, or even cookie dough and frosting. The availability of these artificial blooms is enormous. They can be used in the same way as growing plants as well as for finishing touches for doll houses or inside gardens for your home.
It is easy to see how miniature flowers have become so popular in recent years. With homes, apartments, and condos having such limited space for gardening a smaller garden becomes the norm. People who have a whimsical nature can build fairy gardens that allow them to let go of any stress they may have. Doll house and train collectors use the mini plants to finish the appearance of reality.
Roses bloom easier and with more abundance than other plants. That serves to make them one of the most popular species. They come in a variety of forms including climbers, trailers and specimen plants. Most people keep them in pots on the patio or deck but they can survive in the house with the proper lighting and care.
Some of the more exotic mini plants include impatiens from Hawaii with their brilliant red blooms dipped in orange, or carpet violets that produce tiny white buds surrounded with shiny, lustrous leaves. Others are Irish moss and the mount atlas daisy with it's fern like foliage and tiny daisies that enhance any fairy garden.
A different area of mini plants contains the dwarf plants. They can be irises, gardenias, snapdragons or cosmos to name just a few. These plants are smaller than normal due to root growth restriction and serious pruning and at times by genetics to reduce their size. They are generally less than two feet tall and have all the beauty of their full sized cousins.
Last in this group are the micro-mini plants. They are the smallest of all miniatures. These tiny plants will have blooms that are less than an inch across. One of the roses in this group is named bambino and has explosive orange flora. Another is chasin' rainbows that displays yellow petals rimmed in bright red.
You care for the smaller plants the same way you would any foliage in your care. They do demand that you fertilize them regularly because they are such aggressive bloomers. You will encounter the same types of diseases and pest damage as any gardener finds. The same pesticides and foods can be used in lesser amounts especially with the roses. It is best to use an organic pesticide to protect the environment.
For those of us who do not have green thumbs there are numerous ways to still enjoy the world of the mini-floral culture. Artificial plants and blossoms are available to fill our vases and baskets. They can be made of fine silk, cold set clay, glass or plastic beads, or even cookie dough and frosting. The availability of these artificial blooms is enormous. They can be used in the same way as growing plants as well as for finishing touches for doll houses or inside gardens for your home.
It is easy to see how miniature flowers have become so popular in recent years. With homes, apartments, and condos having such limited space for gardening a smaller garden becomes the norm. People who have a whimsical nature can build fairy gardens that allow them to let go of any stress they may have. Doll house and train collectors use the mini plants to finish the appearance of reality.
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