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Oak Leaf Ficus, Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia'
Minature woody vine with tiny oak shaped leaves. This plant has a creeping/vining habit and is often used in gardens as ground cover or allowed to climb up trees and walls. It is not frost-hardy. Ficus pumila is also grown as an ornamental container plant. It is fast-growing and requires little in the way of care.
Oak Leaf Philodendron, Philodendron pedatum syn. P. quercifolium
Philodendron quercifolium (also known as Oak Leaf Philodendron and Philodendron Pedatum is a climber and will produce more impressive leaves as it mature and climbs. The two popular types of Philodendron are climbers and non-climbing varieties. The climbers, are suited to the average room as long as you provide firm support for the stems. The climbing Philodendrons produce aerial roots from the stems. Most of the non-climbers are capable of growing into immense plants with large, deeply lobed leaves. These are more suited to buildings with large open spaces. Average wamth is required, not less than 55F in winter.
Oak Tree 'Koster', Quercus robur 'fastigiata Koster' ; syn. Quercus robur 'Kosteri Fastigiata'
Oak 'Koster' is a columnar shaped oak which becomes narrowly pyramidal with age. It is ideal for urban planting, especially when you have limited space. It is long-lived. Excellent choice for formal avenues, tall hedging or a garden focal point.
Oak-Leaf Hydrangea, Hydrangea quercifolia
'Quercifolia' sports oak shaped leaves which turn dark green and then to bronze by the autumn. The cone shaped flower clusters are a creamy colour.
Oak-Leaf Hydrangea 'Munchkin', Hydrangea quercifolia 'Munchkin'
Hydrangea quercifolia sports oak shaped leaves which turn dark green and then to bronze by the autumn. The cone shaped flower clusters are a creamy colour. 'Munchkin' is a smaller form of this hydrangea and had ivory white flowers in late summer to early autumn, followed by good autumn foliage colour.
Oak-Leaf Hydrangea 'Pee Wee', Hydrangea quercifolia 'Pee Wee'
Hydrangea can be either deciduous or evergreen. The widely cultivated temperate species are all deciduous. There are numerous named varieties divided into two groups; Hortensias, with rounded flower heads, and the Lacecaps, with flat heads of inner fertile florets surrounded by sterile florets. On alkaline soils, almost all the blue varieties turn pink or red-purple, whilst on acid or neutral soils, the pink varieties turn purple or blue. 'Quercifolia' sports oak shaped leaves which turn dark green and then to bronze by the autumn. The cone shaped flower clusters are a creamy colour.
Oak-Leaf Hydrangea 'Ruby Slippers', Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers'
Hydrangea can be either deciduous or evergreen. The widely cultivated temperate species are all deciduous. There are numerous named varieties divided into two groups; Hortensias, with rounded flower heads, and the Lacecaps, with flat heads of inner fertile florets surrounded by sterile florets. On alkaline soils, almost all the blue varieties turn pink or red-purple, whilst on acid or neutral soils, the pink varieties turn purple or blue.'Ruby Slippers' is a dwarf hydrangea with oak-leaf shaped foliage that turns red in Autumn, and flowers that open white, and mature to pink then ruby red.
Oak-Leaf Hydrangea 'Snow Queen', Hydrangea quercifolia 'Flemygea' syn. Hydrangea quercifolia 'Snow Queen'
Hydrangea can be either deciduous or evergreen. The widely cultivated temperate species are all deciduous. There are numerous named varieties divided into two groups; Hortensias, with rounded flower heads, and the Lacecaps, with flat heads of inner fertile florets surrounded by sterile florets. On alkaline soils, almost all the blue varieties turn pink or red-purple, whilst on acid or neutral soils, the pink varieties turn purple or blue. 'Snow Queen' bears cone-shaped heads of white flowers in late Summer. In Autumn, the foliage turns to shades of pink and red, and the flowers fade to pale pink, then brown.
Oakmoss Lichen, Evernia prunastri
Lichens may superficially look like mosses, and have common names that include the word "moss". Lichens can grow on almost any surface. They grow abundantly on bark, leaves, mosses, rock and on other lichens, and can be found growing in rain forests alpine regions and in temperate woodland. Oakmoss grows primarily on the trunk and branches of oak trees, but is also commonly found on the bark of other deciduous trees and conifers
Obedient plant, Physostegia virginiana 'Summer Snow'
Physostegia 'Summer Snow' is a deciduous, bushy, upright perennial with silver-grey variegated foliage. It bears upright spikes of tubular white flowers. The plants can become invasive so best to divide them every other year.
Obedient Plant 'Bouquet Rose', Physostegia virginiana 'Bouquet Rose'
A Rhizomatous perennial herb that produces clumps of deep green leaves, bearing spikes of rose-pink flowers from midsummer to Autumn. The plants can become invasive so best to divide them every other year.
Obedient Plant 'Crystal Peak White', Physostegia virginiana 'Crystal Peak White'
'Crystal Peak White' forms an upright clump of fresh green leaves topped with spikes of tubular white flowers from midsummer through to autumn. The individual flowers resemble small snapdragons. The plants can become invasive so best to divide them every other year.
Obedient Plant 'Miss Manners', Physostegia virginiana 'Miss Manners'
Physostegia 'Miss Manners' is a deciduous, bushy, upright perennial with silver-grey foliage. It bears upright spikes of tubular white flowers. The plants can become invasive so best to divide them every other year.
Obedient plant 'Rose Queen', Physostegia virginiana 'Rose Queen'
Physostegia 'Rose Queen' is a deciduous, bushy, upright perennial with mid-green foliage. It bears upright spikes of tubular pink flowers. The plants can become invasive so best to divide them every other year.
Obedient plant 'Rosea', Physostegia virginiana 'Rosea'
'Rosea' forms abundant upright spikes with rose coloured , snapdragon - like flowers above dense clumps of deep green, lance shaped foliage. The plants can become invasive so best to divide them every other year.
Obedient plant 'Vivid', Physostegia virginiana 'Vivid'
Physostegia 'Vivid' is a deciduous, bushy, upright perennial which produces spires of pale-mauve, trumpet-shaped flowers and long, mid-green leaves.The plants can become invasive so best to divide them every other year.
Ocimum 'African Blue' syn. Ocimum basilicum 'African Blue', Basil 'African Blue'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'African Blue' is a tall hybrid basil between the species Ocimum kilimandscharicum and Ocimum basilicum 'Dark Opal'. It has a strong camphor scent, and leaves have a purple tinge (with purple veins) which turn green as they mature. It produces purple pink flowers.
Ocimum basilicum, Basil
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available.
Ocimum basilicum 'Aristotle', Basil 'Aristotle'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Aristotle' is a compact plant with an excellent flavour.
Ocimum basilicum 'Blue Spice', Basil 'Blue Spice'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Blue Spice' has a spicy fragrance and produces light purple flowers.
Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon', Basil 'Cinnamon'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Cinnamon' - also known as Mexican Spice Basil - has a spicy taste. It has narrow, slightly serrated, dark green, shiny leaves with reddish-purple veins, which can resemble certain types of mint, and produces small, pink flowers.
Ocimum basilicum 'Dark Opal' syn. Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens 'Dark Opal', Basil 'Dark Opal'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Dark Opal' has deep purple glossy leaves that give a liquorice type flavour, and produces cerise pink flowers.
Ocimum basilicum 'Genova' syn. Ocimum basilicum 'Genovese', Basil 'Genovese'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Genovese' (or 'Genova' as it is officially registered as) is one of the most popular basils for culinary use, particularly for its use in pesto, the traditional Genoese sauce. This plant has large, tender, fragrant, green leaves.
Ocimum basilicum 'Horapha' syn. Ocimum basilicum 'Thai', Ocimum basilicum 'Glycyrrhiza', Ocimum basilicum 'Liquorice', Ocimum basilicum 'Anise', Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora, Thai Basil
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Horapha' (which is commonly sold as Thai Basil) is has a flavour described as anise and licorice-like, and a bit spicy. It has has small, narrow green-purple leaves, purple stems, and pink-purple flowers.
Ocimum basilicum 'Italian', Basil 'Italian'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Italian' has bright green, elliptic leaves and small, tubular white flowers.
Ocimum basilicum 'Italian Large Leaf', Basil 'Italian Large Leaf'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Italian Large Leaf' has a strong flavour, essential for that authentic Italian taste!
Ocimum basilicum 'Magic Mountain', Basil 'Magic Mountain'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Magic Mountain' has purple flushed green leaves and produces purple flowers.
Ocimum basilicum 'Minette', Basil 'Minette'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Minette' has small, fragrant, sweet basil leaves with pleasing flavor.
Ocimum basilicum 'Mrs Burns' Lemon' syn. Ocimum basilicum 'Mrs Burns', Basil 'Mrs Burns' Lemon'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Mrs Burns' Lemon' has mid green leaves which have a lemon scent. It produces white flowers.
Ocimum basilicum 'Napoletano' syn. Ocimum basilicum 'Napolitano', Ocimum basilicum 'Bolloso Napoletano', Basil 'Napoletano'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Napoletano' (or 'Napolitano' as it is sometimes known as) has large pale curled green leaves with a mild flavour.
Ocimum basilicum 'Summer Surprise', Basil 'Summer Surprise'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Summer Surprise' has purple leaves.
Ocimum basilicum 'Sweet Green', Basil 'Sweet Green'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Sweet Green' is noted for its sweet and spicy flavour.
Ocimum basilicum 'Sweet Mammoth', Basil 'Sweet Mammoth'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. 'Sweet Mammoth' (or 'Mammoth Sweet' as it is sometimes known as) has purple-pink flowers and well-flavoured aromatic leaves, ideal added to pasta dishes.
Ocimum basilicum var. minimum syn. Ocimum minimum, Ocimum basilicum var. minimum 'Greek', Ocimum basilicum 'Bush', Greek Basil
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum var. minimum is native to southern India and Sri Linka. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has a compact bushy habit with green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white or pink flower spikes in Summer.
Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens, Purple Basil
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens is a naturally occurring purple form of the species.
Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens 'Purple Ruffles' syn. Ocimum basilicum 'Purple Ruffles', Purple Basil 'Purple Ruffles'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens is a naturally occurring purple form of the species. 'Purple Ruffles' has large, fringed and crinkled purple-black leaves and produces white or pink tinged flowers.
Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens 'Red Shiraz' syn. Ocimum basilicum 'Red Shiraz', Purple Basil 'Red Shiraz'
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum basilicum - commonly known as Basil - is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to North Australia. It is a culinary herb which is technically a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has bright green edible, rounded to oval leaves, and plants produce white flower spikes in Summer. A number of cultivated varieties are now available. Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens is a naturally occuring purple form of the species. 'Red Shiraz' has dark red to purple leaves, and produces clusters of mauve-pink flowers.
Ocimum tenuiflorum syn. Ocimum sanctum, Holy Basil
Ocimum is a group of aromatic plants found in the Mint family, Lamiaceae. Many of the species are found in tropical and warm temperate climates. Specifically, Ocimum tenuiflorum (previously known as Ocimum sanctum) is native to tropical & subtropical Asia to West Pacific. It is a short lived sub-shrub but it is often grown in cooler climates as an annual plant. The plant is very tender. The species has a bushy habit purple green highly aromatic leaves, and produces pink flowers in summer. It has both culinary and medicinal uses.