Rose Balsam

Botanical Name: 
Impatiens balsamina

Scientific Classification:
Order: Ericales
Family: Balsaminaceae
Genus: Impatiens

Common Name: 
Garden Balsam, Rose Balsam

Plant Description:

Impatiens Balsamina is a plant which is native to India. The Rose Balsam has a weak stem. Hence, it is better if you to cut a centimeter of a rose balsam after it has grown say, 30 centimeters. This will not only ensure a better bloom but also will prevent the plant from tilting at the initial stages.  

Vinca White Periwinkle

Botanical Name: 
Catharanthus rosea alba

Scientific Classification:
Order: Gentianales
Family: Apocynaceae
Genus: Catharanthus

Common Name: 
Periwinkle, Vinca White

Plant Description:

Periwinkles blossom throughout the year. They are found in all parts of India. The reason being is their ability to withstand almost all climatic conditions. Hence, they are considered as being a favorite among gardeners. However, they do need a minimum amount of sunlight and well drained soil. Hence, frequent watering of the plant is not advisable.

Why not to have Periwinkle in your Garden?

One of the main reason of not having the Catharanthus rosea alba plant in your garden is that it affects the biodiversity of your garden. Due to the reproductive capacity of Catharanthus rosea alba, the Periwinkle Plant will intrude into other neighboring plants. Thus, threatening the survival of the surrounding plants for the sake of its own survival. This makes one to ponder whether the Periwinkle believes that it is still in the Hobbesian State of Nature.

Why have Periwinkle in your Garden?

The Catharanthus rosea alba plant, a.k.a. the Periwinkle Plant is loved by many. The reason being, they blossom throughout the year. Besides, it serves best especially when you want to decorate a particular corner of your garden.

Mussaenda Pink

Botanical Name:
Mussaenda Philippica Rosea

Scientific Classification:
Order: Gentianales
Family: Rubiaceae
Genus: Mussaenda

Common Name:
Mussaenda Pink