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| Term | Definition | Characteristics | Examples | Emoticon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natives | Plants indigenous to a specific region or ecosystem. | Adapted to local conditions, low maintenance. | Kangaroo Paw, Eucalyptus. | π± |
| Seedlings | Young plants that have recently germinated from seeds. | Early growth stage, delicate, require care. | Tomato Seedlings, Lettuce Seedlings. | π±π± |
| Ornamental | Plants grown for their aesthetic value, including flowers, foliage, and shapes. | Attractive, decorative, varied. | Roses, Tulips, Japanese Maples. | πΈ |
| Evergreen | Plants that retain their leaves throughout the year. | Year-round foliage, consistent greenery. | Pine Trees, Holly Bushes, Magnolia. | π² |
| Deciduous | Plants that shed their leaves annually, usually in the autumn. | Seasonal leaf drop, winter dormancy. | Maple Trees, Oaks, Birches. | π |
| Annuals | Plants that complete their life cycle in one growing season. | Rapid growth, short-lived, often vibrant. | Marigolds, Petunias, Zinnias. | πΌ |
| Perennials | Plants that live for more than two years, often flowering annually. | Long-lived, recurring blooms. | Hostas, Daylilies, Lavender. | πΏ |
| Biennials | Plants that take two years to complete their life cycle. | First year vegetative growth, second year flowering. | Foxgloves, Carrots, Parsley. | πΎ |
| Shrubs | Woody plants with multiple stems, typically shorter than trees. | Bushy, often used for hedges. | Boxwood, Hydrangeas, Azaleas. | π³ |
| Ground Covers | Low-growing plants that spread to cover the ground, preventing weed growth and soil erosion. | Dense, spreading growth. | Creeping Thyme, Vinca, Ivy. | π |
| Succulents | Plants with thick, fleshy parts adapted to store water, often drought-resistant. | Water-storing leaves/stems, low water needs. | Aloe Vera, Echeveria, Sedum. | π΅ |
| Climbers/Vines | Plants that grow upwards by clinging to or wrapping around structures. | Climbing habit, often require support. | Clematis, Ivy, Wisteria. | πΏπ§ββοΈ |
| Herbs | Plants used for culinary, medicinal, or aromatic purposes. | Fragrant, often used in cooking. | Basil, Mint, Rosemary. | πΏπ |
| Bulbs | Plants that grow from bulbs, which are underground storage organs. | Seasonal blooms, often spring or summer flowering. | Tulips, Daffodils, Lilies. | π· |
| Tropicals | Plants that originate from tropical climates, often needing warm temperatures and high humidity. | Exotic appearance, sensitive to cold. | Orchids, Hibiscus, Bird of Paradise. | πΊ |
| Conifers | Cone-bearing evergreen trees and shrubs with needle-like or scale-like leaves. | Year-round foliage, woody cones. | Pines, Spruces, Firs. | π² |
| Decumbent | Plants with stems that lie flat on the ground but have tips that grow upward. | Spreading habit, often used for ground cover. | Creeping Juniper, Ground Morning Glory. | πΏβ¬οΈ |
| Epiphytes | Plants that grow on other plants but are not parasitic, obtaining moisture and nutrients from the air. | Air plants, require high humidity. | Tillandsia (Air Plants), Orchids. | πΏπ¬οΈ |
| Xerophytes | Plants adapted to survive in dry, desert-like conditions. | Drought-resistant, water-storing tissues. | Cacti, Agave, Yucca. | π΅π |
| Hedging Plants | Plants specifically used to create hedges, often pruned to form dense, uniform barriers. | Dense foliage, tolerant of regular pruning. | Boxwood, Privet, Laurel. | π³βοΈ |
| Aquatic Plants | Plants that grow in or near water, adapted to thrive in aquatic environments. | Water-tolerant, often submerged or floating. | Water Lilies, Lotus, Cattails. | ππΈ |
| Alpines | Plants native to mountainous regions, often hardy and compact. | Cold-tolerant, low-growing. | Saxifraga, Alpine Poppy, Edelweiss. | ποΈπΈ |
| Herbaceous Plants | Non-woody plants with soft stems that die back to the ground each year. | Soft stems, regrow from roots annually. | Daisies, Peonies, Ferns. | πΏπΌ |
| Topiary | Plants pruned and trained into ornamental shapes. | Requires regular trimming, used in formal gardens. | Boxwood, Holly, Privet. | π³βοΈπΏ |
| Creepers | Low-growing plants that spread horizontally along the ground. | Spreading habit, covers ground surfaces. | Creeping Jenny, Ivy, Creeping Thyme. | πΏβ‘οΈ |
| Standard Trees | Trees that are trained to have a single, straight trunk and a rounded canopy. | Formal appearance, often used in landscaping. | Roses (tree form), Olive Trees. | π³π€οΈ |
| Espaliers | Trees or shrubs trained to grow flat against a wall or trellis. | Space-saving, decorative. | Apple Trees, Pear Trees, Camellias. | π³π‘ |
| Woody Plants | Plants that produce wood as their structural tissue. | Includes trees, shrubs, and some vines. | Oaks, Pines, Roses (shrub form). | π³πͺ΅ |
| Bedding Plants | Plants grown in flower beds for seasonal display. | Often annuals or short-lived perennials. | Pansies, Petunias, Impatiens. | πΌποΈ |
| Cover Crops | Plants grown primarily to improve soil health and fertility. | Used in crop rotation, prevents erosion. | Clover, Rye, Alfalfa. | πΎπ± |
| Bare Root Plants | Dormant plants sold without soil around their roots. | Easier to transport, often cheaper. | Roses, Fruit Trees, Strawberries. | π±π¦ |
| Container Plants | Plants grown and sold in pots or containers. | Ready to transplant, includes a wide range of species. | Annuals, Perennials, Shrubs. | πͺ΄ |
| Grafted Plants | Plants produced by joining the tissues of two plants so that they grow as one. | Combines desirable traits of both plants. | Grafted Roses, Fruit Trees. | πΏπ |
| Microgreens | Young vegetable greens harvested shortly after germination. | Nutritious, grown indoors or in small spaces. | Radish, Arugula, Kale. | π±π₯ |
| Plug Plants | Young plants grown in small, individual cells, ready for transplanting. | Easy to handle, quick to establish. | Bedding Plants, Herbs, Vegetables. | π±π |
| Transplants | Young plants that are moved from one growing location to another. | Ensures better spacing and growth conditions. | Tomatoes, Peppers, Broccoli. | π±βοΈ |
| Softwood Cuttings | Young, flexible growth taken from the current season's growth. | Root quickly, used for propagation. | Hydrangeas, Lavenders, Fuchsias. | πΏβοΈπͺ΄ |
| Hardwood Cuttings | Mature, firm growth taken from the previous season's growth. | Takes longer to root, used for propagation. | Roses, Grapes, Forsythia. | π³βοΈπͺ΄ |
| Rhizomes | Underground stems that produce shoots and roots from their nodes. | Spread horizontally, can be invasive. | Ginger, Bamboo, Iris. | πΏπΏ |
| Tubers | Swollen, underground stems that store nutrients. | Grow into new plants, can be edible. | Potatoes, Dahlias, Begonias. |
