Croton (codiaeum) is a popular houseplant prized for its incredibly vibrant.

 Croton (codiaeum) is a popular houseplant prized for its incredibly vibrant, multicolored leaves and the variety of their shapes. Leaf color ranges from green and light yellow to orange, red, and even almost black as the plant matures. Below are the most popular and beautiful croton plant varieties. 'Petra' is the most well-known and widespread variety. It has classic oval or lobed leaves with a pointed tip. The basic shape is clearly defined, thick yellow, orange, or red veins on a dark green background.

Croton

' Mammy' is easily recognized by its unusual leaf shape: they are narrow, long, and tightly twisted into a spiral. The coloration is very chaotic and rich, with a single bush combining bright red, yellow, pink, and green hues.

 The "Excellent" variety has leaves reminiscent of oak leaves, with prominent three lobes. The upper surface of the leaf is typically yellow-green, while the underside eventually turns burgundy-red, creating a stunning contrast.

Popular ornamental varieties of Colocasia esculenta.

 Popular ornamental varieties of Colocasia esculenta, known as 'elephant ear', are prized for their large heart-shaped leaves and unusual colours. The most famous varieties include the dark burgundy Black Magic, the almost black Black Coral, the variegated green and white Mojito and the original Tea Cup with vertically protruding cup-shaped leaves. 

Popular ornamental
varieties of Colocasia esculenta.

 Popular varieties Black Magic: Height up to 1.5 m, leaves are dark burgundy, almost black with a matte sheen. Black Coral: Glossy resin-black leaves, the bush holds its shape and bright color in the sun. Mojito: Green leaves with chaotic dark purple splashes and streaks. Tea Cup: Leaf blades are curved upward like cups, petioles are dark purple. Fontanesia: A variety with dark shiny stems and large green foliage. Tips for maintenance The current weather is warm and sunny (+25°C), comfortable for potted plants taken outdoors, but at the end of the week a cold snap and rain are expected, therefore It's best to protect the tubs closer to nightfall. Colocasias prefer abundant watering, high humidity, and nutritious soil. In regions with cool climates, tubers are dug up for the winter and stored in a cool, dry place.

Popular calendula varieties are grown for low-growing borders.

 Popular calendula varieties are grown for low-growing borders, tall medicinal varieties, and large-flowered ornamental plants. Calendula includes such original varieties as 'Gitana,' 'Kabluna,' 'Radio,' and 'Orange Princess.' Low-growing varieties: Gitana: Dwarf bushes up to 30 cm tall with double flowers of varying shades. Little Ball: Compact plants with spherical inflorescences. 

Popular calendula varieties
are grown for
 low-growing borders.

 Tall and medicinal varieties: Red Doctor: A tall variety up to 70 cm, which is often used for... Orange: A classic tall variety with rich medicinal inflorescences. Ornamental and unusual varieties: Radio: Flowers with needle-like petals, similar to small chrysanthemums. Kabluna: Bright inflorescences with a large dark or contrasting "pom-pom" center. Red): Graceful flowers whose petals usually have a dark red-brown hue.