The flowers, blooming longer in cooler climates, are pollinated by both bees and butterflies. C. ruber var. coccineus (red) is a bit shorter than the straight species and very long blooming. ‘Albus’ ...

A short-lived perennial sometimes grown as an annual, with a woody base, grey-green leaves and dense clusters of rose pink flowers from from early summer to early autumn ...

A woody-based perennial, sometimes grown as a biennial, with grey-green leaves and dense clusters of crimson, pink or white, slightly fragrant flowers from late spring to autumn ...

They had to insert them into their flesh and make them part of their bodies. The name ruby comes from the Latin word ruber, which means “red.” The glowing red of ruby suggested an inextinguishable ...

Ruby is the July birthstone – and it’s one of the most coveted of gems. The name is derived from the Latin word ruber, meaning “red” – the color of love and passion. Few things catch the eye like the ...