Mrs. Peanuckle's Flower Alphabet (Mrs. Peanuckle's Alphabet Library): 3

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The Maltese Cross or Jerusalem Cross is a red flower that tends to be easy to grow. In drought affected areas, it can be a great addition to the garden for its tolerance of drought. Some flowers have a notch in the petals. The center of these flowers are made up of a light green style and 6 cream-colored stamens. They are related to mustard plants. Cyclamen

The Cape Primrose, or streptocarpus, is a group of flowering plants that can readily be grown in many heated greenhouses. The flowers feature a distinct lip similar to that of an orchid. The Calceolaria or slipper flower is a plant best suited for indoor pots or containers. They can be grown from seed as an annual plant, with none of the plants extending past 16 inches in height and width.The plant is native to North American and is not long lived, often needing to be propagated every year, or at a minimum of every three years. Armeria Maritima The foxtail lily or Eremurus is a stately flower, the tallest of which is Eremurus robustus. These plants produce star-shaped flowers, which may be a variety of colors such as yellow, pink, and orange. These tall plants are prone to being damaged by wind and should be planted in a protected area. Erica The Nolana or Chilean bellflower is a member of the nightshade family (rather than the morning glory family, which they resemble).

The Peace Lily is a group of flowers that are perennials belonging to the family Araceae. It flowers freely, and the blossoms are white. Hellebores go by other names, such as the Lenten or Christmas rose, as they flower in mid-winter or early spring. These plants range in height, with some flowers able to reach eight feet tall, while they spread to a mere three feet. Their flowers bloom from summer to early fall. Blanket Flower Lily-of-the-Valley is also known as Convallaria majalis. There is just one species in the genus, and the flowers produced are bell shaped.The plant’s blooms are bluish purple to white, and the plant does best with full sun. It will attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies and birds, and it is deer resistant. Elder Jacob’s Ladder is also known as Polemonium, and it is an herbaceous perennial. Native to eastern North America, the plant blooms between April and June. The plant does best in full sun, and the Knautia prefers average, well-drained soils. The flower blooms make excellent cut flowers, and they can also be easily dried for arrangements. Kniphofia The Mayflower is a wildflower that blooms in spring. There are several plants that go by this name, including ones native to eastern North America and ones native to Europe.

The Albizia julibrissin or silk tree is also commonly referred to as the Mimosa tree. This tree can reach heights of 40 feet and easily spread to 50 feet. It blooms between June and July with delicate pink blooms. Sprays or spikes of flowers develop that are white to mauve and tend to be small. The plant’s leaves can be used fresh or dried in dishes and herbal teas, and essential oils can be made. Lewesia The blooms produce pale violet rays that are arranged around a central yellow disc. They prefer full sun, and these beautiful plants will attract pollinators like butterflies. Euphorbia The Geranium is also known as the cranesbill plant. This flower is a hardy perennial that tends to flower for a long period of time. The blossoms have a roughly bell-shaped appearance, and the colors can range from white to lilac. Some species even flower during winter. HostaThe Cerastium tomentosumis also known as snow in summer. The plant produces silver-gray leaves, and the plant develops sprays of white flowers. The delphinium is a tall flower, growing around 39 to 78 inches tall. The plants produce spires of long-lasting blooms from late spring to early summer.

Hibiscus is a shrub-type plant that is deciduous and blooms in the late summer. These tropical flowers can be single or double, and the colorways include white, pink, blue and purple. The California Poppy or eschscholzia is a brightly colored flower with blue-green foliage. The flowers occur in yellow, cream, pink, and scarlet colors, and they’re usually 12 inches tall. The blooms are usually yellow, red, or orange, with some species having bicolor flowers or ones streaked or spotted with colors. The foliage may have bronze or purple tinges. Cape Leadwort Elder is a Sambucus species that is referred to as elder or elderberry. The plant grows as either a shrub or a tree.The Moonflower Vine is a species belonging to the genus Ipomoea like the Spanish flag vine. This flowering vine can grow to heights of 15 feet, and the vine produces white flowers between July and October. It needs full sun but otherwise requires minimal maintenance, making it a showy member of your garden family. Monk’s Hood While most plants have green leaves, some varieties do have golden foliage. The plant is commonly used as a medicinal herb to treat issues such as indigestion. Firethorn