Rose Varieties

Hybrid Tea Roses

After you take a look at some of the features of Hybrid Tea Roses, you will understand why florists like them. Features: 1) These roses have long stems. 2) Hybrid Tea Roses have full flowers. 3) They are fragrant! 4)  Hybrid Tea Roses are perennials that can reach up 6 feet tall – this means […]

Lily Varieties

Peruvian Lilies

The formal name for Peruvian Lilies is Alstroemeria.  While these flowers look delicate, they are great for cut flowers. Features: 1) Peruvian Lilies come in quite a few color options such as red, pink, yellow, orange, purple and white. 2) They enjoy consistent moisture. 3) While Peruvian Lilies are annuals in Pittsburgh, they are perennials […]

Poinsettia Varieties

Poinsettias

While you might only find them at the local plant store around the holidays in November and December, poinsettias are not just indoor flowers. Features: 1) Poinsettias come in beautiful shades of red, pink, orange, yellow and white. 2) These flowers prefer indoor temperatures close to 70°F.  This works out at my house because my […]