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Linwood Gardens
linwoodgardens.org
Private garden in New York featuring a significant collection of tree peonies. Information about the open days, and photos of the tree peonies of Japanese and American origin.
The Penstemon Website
biosci.ohio-state.edu
Enthusiast's collection of links, information (both for gardeners and botanists), and photographs of penstemon species and varieties.
Lakes Area Violet Growers
rosebudm.com
Minnesota club presents its upcoming events, African violet FAQ, articles on chimeras, terrariums, and hybridizing, gallery of leaf and flower characteristics, and membership information.
Ketzel Levine's Talking Plants: Helleborus
npr.org
General information on a few commonly grown hellebores.
Better Homes and Gardens:Amaryllis Flowers
bhg.com
Bold, beautiful bloomers. Just plant these eager bulbs indoors and within 6 to 8 weeks, you'll have trumpets of blooms.
Scented Geraniums - Sunshine Hill Gardens
geraniums.momcom.net
One gardener's experiences growing scented leaf pelargoniums.
Peperomia obtusifolia (Baby Rubber Plant)
aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu
Photo and culture information for this species that is grown as a houseplant.
Saving Geraniums Over Winter
ext.nodak.edu
Article with tips on overwintering tender geraniums, from the North Dakota State University extension.
Kemper: Penstemon digitalis
mobot.org
Plant portrait of foxglove beardtongue with cultural information, photos, and noteworthy characteristics.
Pulmonaria, Pulmonaria, Pulmonaria
plantdelights.com
Newspaper article by Tony Avent on the use of lungworts in the garden, with notes on the relative merits of various species, hybrids, and cultivars.
First Austin African Violet Society
orgsites.com
Texas club offers meeting information, photos from shows, and a featured violet.
Clifton Homestead Nursery
hellebores.co.nz
New Zealand nursery showcases a variety of helleborus varieties, including less commonly grown species hellebores.
Primula vialii
rainyside.com
Article on Primula vialii, and its care and cultivation with several good photographs.
Alpine Plant Article - Primulas
backyardgardener.com
Information on miniature hybrid primulas which remain little known in America although they have long been grown and admired by European growers.
The Wanganui African Violet and Gesneriad Club
angelfire.com
New Zealand club provides details about membership, events, and history, and members' photos.
London African Violet Society
geocities.com
Group in Ontario offers a mission statement, meeting schedule, contact information, a newsletter and links.
Plant Pictures - - Primula
overthegardengate.net
List some primulas suitable for alpine gardens, borders, and indoors.
Paghat's Garden: 'Bashful' Beard-tongue
paghat.com
One of a series of plant portrait pages documenting penstemons in this Pacific Northwest garden. Varieties featured are 'Bashful', 'Prairie Dusk', 'Midnight Blue', 'Ruby', 'Apple Blossom', 'Sour Grapes', and 'Garnet'.
Judy Duthu's Daylilies
homestead.com
Daylily, ginger, orchid and other tropical plants in Southeast Louisiana. Information on growing and dividing the plants, photos and plant list.
The Penstemons: Seed Germination Methodology
tomclothier.hort.net
Two pages in Tom Clothier's extensive plant germination database dedicated exclusively to penstemon species, which are often finnicky and require a wide variety of germination conditions.
Peperomia argyreia (Watermelon Peperomia)
aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu
Photograph and culture information for this species that is cultivated as a houseplant.
Amaryllis Home
home.kabelfoon.nl
Information about amaryllis or hippeastrum, including origins, culture, and treatment.
Hellebores
hellebores.org
Comprehensive site on the genus Helleborus with descriptions and photos of species, information on cultivation and hybridizing, and links to other related sites and resources.
Auricula.com
auricula.com
All about Primula Auricula and Primroses. Cultivation information, books and plants for sale. Includes photos of plants.
Franz Hadacek's Alpine Plants and Bulbs
franz-alpines.org
Contains pictures of various primula species. Includes a brief description of where each plant is found.
Las Pilitas: California Penstemons
laspilitas.com
Two pages with pictures, brief descriptions, and cultural requirements of penstemons native to California, for dry-area and moist-area species.
The Christmas Rose: Helleborus niger
thegardenhelper.com
Information on the care and cultivation of this winter-flowering perennial.
Helleborus.com
helleborus.com
Images of helleborus orientalis.
National Auricula and Primula Society
auriculaandprimula.org.uk
The flower society for auriculas and primulas, established in the UK in 1872.
African Violet Society of Queensland
africanvioletsocietyqld.happyo.com
Australian group that meets in Brisbane. History of the society, FAQs, information about membership, and links to other resources.
A World of Pinguicula
pinguicula.org
A cooperative effort to compile information about all aspects of the genus.
Primula and Auricula Galleries
users.totalise.co.uk
Pictures of prize winning exhibition primulas and auriculas organised into photo galleries.
JE Ludick
westalley.com
Hibiscus hybridizer and grower offers photographs and hybridizing, planting, care, and diseases guides.
Pelargoniums and Geraniums
pelargoniumsandgeraniums.net
Offers categorized links to organizations and websites dedicated to the cultivation of geraniaceae.
Eureka Gardening
gardeneureka.com
Collections of daylilies available from growers across the U.S..
Primula veris L. (cowslip)
bioimages.org.uk
Primula veris L. (cowslip) pictures.
N.A.P.S. Midland and West
auriculaandprimula.org.uk
Membership information for the National Auricula and Primula Society, Midland and West section.
American Hemerocallis Society: Daylily Dictionary
daylilies.org
Definitions of terms used in describing daylilies and their cultivation. Supplemented with photos and drawings.
Tropical Hibiscus
trop-hibiscus.com
Includes care, propagation, growing in cold climates, show winners, and mailing list.
Get Growing Gardening Tips - Growing Primulas
devonian.ualberta.ca
Illustrated and detailed guide to the care and cultivation of Primulas.
Waking the Amaryllis
scottsbt.com
Follow an amaryllis from its first waking after being removed from a dark closet to its full blooming glory. Includes photographs.
American Primrose Society
americanprimrosesoc.org
Featuring membership information, officers directory, meeting schedules, seed exchange, articles, and photographs.
Primulas Galore Flourish in the Country Garden
members.tripod.com
Photos taken at "Kibbenjelok" during December 1998 by Gay Klok.
Primroses
gardenline.usask.ca
General introduction by Sara Williams.
Quad-Cities African Violet Society
carrollsweb.com
Club for members on both sides of the Illinois/Missouri border. Lists projects, meetings, shows, and by-laws.
Home Forcing of Potted Amaryllis (Hippeastrum)
ces.ncsu.edu
From the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service.
Hemerocallis Are Easy to Grow
backyardgardener.com
Features information on variety selection, planting, and care of established plants.
The Swedish African Violet Society
hem.passagen.se
This association counts members in Sweden and other nordic countries. The English version of the site provides basic information, access to the photo gallery, and links to other resources.
Daylily Fever
justuskids.com
Article on types of daylilies.
Australian Native Hibiscus and Hibiscus-like Species
hibiscus.org
Covers topics such as physical characteristics, cultivation, propagation, landscape uses, and importance to wildlife. Includes photos.
The British Pelargonium and Geranium Society
bpgs.org.uk
Society for amateur and professional growers of plants in the geraniaceae family, with an emphasis on pelargoniums. Overview of the society, its publications and events, classification, and affiliated organizations.
Heartland Peony Society
peonies.org
Midwest club for peony enthusiasts. Educational information on peonies and specific information on the society.
Primula from Botany.com
botany.com
Introduction to the types, characteristics and care involved.
African Violet Society of Canada
avsc.ca
Covers the history and mission of the society, information about the plants, the national convention, local affiliates, and FAQ.
Peony Lady
peony.com.au
Australian grower Elisabeth Rundle presents background information, photo galleries, FAQ, and links.
Dave's Garden: Helleborus argutifolius
davesgarden.com
Plant portrait with photos, cultural information, and gardeners' comments for Corsican hellebore.
N.A.P.S. Southern
geocities.com
Learn about their membership dues and how to join this society.
Daffodil Society of Minnesota
daffodilmn.org
Group of gardeners with a love of the daffodils, aiming to promote their growing and enjoyment in Minnesota. Site includes care information, emphasizing aspects of cold-climate cultivation, calendar of events, and listing of plant sources.
Daylily Gardens
greenfield.fortunecity.com
Private garden specialized in daylily culture. French and English.
Amaryllis Planting and Care
amaryllis.com
Beginners information and tips for advanced gardeners on Amaryllis planting and care.
Growing and Caring for Primroses
thegardenhelper.com
Facts about the cultivation of these plants. Includes a list of some common varieties and instructions for growing from seed.
Pulmonaria
hardyplants.com
Provides general information on botany, propagation, and cultivation, descriptions of various species, and a list of cultivars in the trade.
Dave's Garden PlantFiles: Genus Penstemon
davesgarden.com
Index page with links to all species and varieties of penstemon listed in the PlantFiles database of member-provided plant information and photos.
Peonies...Our Last Passion
euskalnet.net
Large collection of links to sites or articles about peonies as well as public and private gardens, nurseries, paintings of peonies, books, and cultural information.
Peonies for the Home Landscape - North Carolina Cooperative Extension
ces.ncsu.edu
Cultivation resource including variety selection, planting requirement, maintenance, and advise for common problems.
Greater St. Louis Daffodil Society
stldaffodilclub.org
Presents its meetings, events, speakers, exchanges and sales, and newsletter.
Peonies: Queen of the Garden Flowers
munchkinnursery.com
Article about the history, mythology, breeding, and cultivation of herbaceous garden peonies. Tips about care and selection, and descriptions of varieties.
American Daffodil Society
daffodilusa.org
Gardening and growing tips, descriptions of different varieties, links, photographs; focuses on daffodils in the United States.
Plant Viruses Online - Primula mosaic potyvirus
image.fs.uidaho.edu
Primula mosaic potyvirus is mainly a problem for Primula obconica but it can be spread to other species of plants too.
Charlotte's Daylily Diary
abacom.com
Links to daylily sites with photographs.
The Minnesota Peony Society
geocities.com
Brief society overview, and articles on tree peonies, species peonies, and Minnesota peony personalities.
Primulas just for Pleasure
geocities.com
Enjoy the large size photographs of primulas and auriculas available here.
Floridata: Helleborus orientalis
floridata.com
Description, cultural information, photos, and garden uses of H. orientalis (lenten rose).
Primrose (Primula vulgaris)
botanical.com
Features description and herbal qualities.
The Website From Peony Friends For Peony Friends
paeonia.ch
Collection of articles and reference information on garden peonies - from history to hybridizing techniques.
Primulas Auriculas Alpines and Shows
wilkin94.fsnet.co.uk
Pictorial visits to recent primula, auricula and alpine flower shows. Included are photographs of species primulas such as allionii and marginata, show auriculas and alpine auriculas from specialist flower shows.
Geraniums (Pelargonium)
ianrpubs.unl.edu
Fact sheet from the University of Nebraska extension covering classification, indoor and outdoor care, propagation, and pests. Diseases are covered extensively, with tables describing symptoms and control methods.
Amaryllis, Year-Round Care
rochestergardening.com
Illustrated instructions on care, planting, forcing, dormancy of the Amaryllis bulb, from Rochester Gardening.
Peony Garden
peonygarden.com.au
Australian growers of primarily tree peonies present background information on plants and breeding, photos of their hybrids, and links to articles.
Cowslip (Primula veris)
botanical.com
Information and herbal qualities.
Viruses of Plants
image.fs.uidaho.edu
Known susceptibilities of Primulaceae.
The Wonderful World of Intersectional Peonies
pages.zdnet.com
Dedicated to hybrids of herbaceous and tree peonies, with many photos and some descriptive information.
Hibiscus 101, Basics and Beyond
rozpat.net
Illustrated guide to tropical hibiscus blooms, root cutting, hybridizing and root pruning.
American Peony Society
americanpeonysociety.org
Information about membership and events, a primer on botanical distinctions, articles on various topics, and a photo gallery of hybrids developed by members.
The Peony Society
paeonia.org
Organization based in the UK to promote and share the enjoyment of peonies as garden plants. Site includes bibliography, lists of suppliers and gardens, and informational pages on the plants.
Canadian Peony Society
peony.ca
Site offers newsletter, seed exchange and root sale information, photo galleries, and a collection of articles by members. [English/French]
Amaryllis Makes Memorable Holiday Gift
hort.purdue.edu
Discover how to prepare an amaryllis plant for giving it as a present.
Prairie Peony Society
icangarden.com
Summary page on this society, which meets in Regina (Saskatchewan).
Penstemania
penstemania.co.uk
Based on Penstemon growing and the Western Algarve.
Pacific Northwest Peony Society
pnwpeony.org
Most events take place in Oregon. Information about membership, meetings and events, and photos from flower shows.
Viruses and Daffodils
devonian.ualberta.ca
Article describing how a virus displays on daffodils and tips on controlling viral diseases; from Devonian Botanic Garden, University of Alberta (Canada).
African Violet Enthusiasts of Berks County
geocities.com
Pennsylvania society offers meeting information and a photo gallery.
Hemerocallis the Daylily
ofts.com
Daylily pictures, culture and hybridizing, where to find them, links, and tips.
Canadian African Violet Website
geocities.com
Unofficial site for the African Violet Society of Canada. Lists contact information for local clubs, and hybridizers and plant sources in Canada.
Tropicalgardening.com: The Glamorous Hibiscus
tropicalgardening.com
Includes growing tips, propogation, hybridizing, care, problems, and photographs.
The Portland African Violet Society
geocities.com
Basic information about this affiliate of the African Violet Society of America in Oregon.
Stampede City African Violet Society
telus.net
Dedicated to fellowship among amateur African violet growers in Calgary, Canada. Information about membership, history, and events.
Northern California Daffodil Society
daffodil.org
Daffodil information including FAQs, growing tips, "naturalizing", support and services, show and event calendars.
Sunshine Farm and Gardens: Focus on Hellebores
sunfarm.com
Generous section of this nursery's website devoted to information and photos of many hellebore cultivars and species.
Gardenweb: Hellebore Forum
forums.gardenweb.com
For discussion of gardening with hellebores.
Geranium Culture for Home Gardeners
ces.ncsu.edu
Article by North Carolina State University extension provides an overview of types and cultivars, indoor and outdoor culture, propagation notes, and disease problems.
Daylily Photographs by L. R. Fortney
phy.duke.edu
Gallery of daylily plant photographs.
Better Homes and Gardens:Narcissus Flowers
bhg.com
Also called daffodils, our Narcissus are the trumpets of spring! You can plant these Narcissus flowers in groups to provide a great set of beautiful flowers.
Canadian Poisonous Plants Information System
cbif.gc.ca
Primula obconica may cause dermatitis on certain people. This is the result of touching the hairs on the leaves or other plant parts.
Hose-in-Hose Primulas
paradise-garden.co.uk
An article by Simon Crawford about this form of primrose, with several photographs.
Suite101.com - Daffodils
suite101.com
Articles about care and cultivation.
The Hellebores Are Coming! The Hellebores Are Coming!
gardenweb.com
Article by Barry Glick on the culture, propagation, and garden uses of several hellebore species.
Primula Dell at the Devonian Botanic Garden
devonian.ualberta.ca
Information and photographs on Primulas.
National Auricula & Primula Society Northern Section, The
mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk
View pictures of various primroses, learn about society membership, their seed exchange and their shows here.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis in Pots
hibiscus.freeservers.com
Illustrated tips on the care and propagation of hibiscus plants. Includes photos of hybrids. [English, Swedish, and German]
Hellebores, Hellebores, Hellebores
plantdelights.com
Short article by Tony Avent on gardening with hellebores: culture, classification, and information for several species.
Bearpaw Hellebore: Helleborus foetidus
munchkinnursery.com
Article with photo describing this winter-flowering species, with notes on its botanical characteristics and its use in the garden.
The Daylily Exchange
daylily.com
Links to daylily and gardening resources.
Amaryllis
pubs.caes.uga.edu
Discusses how to grow the amaryllis flowers in the garden or in a container. Offers exposure and temperature advice along with fertilization tips.
Amaryllis Culture and Care
amaryllisgarden.com
Information on growing amaryllis bulbs in pots. Includes photo gallery.
Daylily Net
daylily.net
Source for daylilies and related gardening information.
Hellebores
hellebore.com
Informational pages by Graham Rice, author of a book on hellebores. The most in-depth information is contained in two included magazine articles, linked from the "extras" page.
The Garden Web Daylily Forum
forums.gardenweb.com
An open forum for those interested in discussing daylilies.