Hibiscus rosa-sinensis. Chinese hibiscus, a.k.a. China rose.
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Vinca minor 'Alba'
White Periwinkle - Also known as Myrtle, and an extremely popular evergreen groundcover.
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White Periwinkle Flower with Pink Center - Madagascar Periwinkle
--Native to Madagascar, India, and tropical Asia, Madagascar periwinkle blooms continuously in hot weather, thriving in both humid and dry heat. Survives winter in central and south Florida, where it has escaped cultivation and naturalized. Self-sows readily, especially in sandy and gritty soil. (Madagascar periwinkle was formerly known botanically as Vinca rosea, and many people still call it by the name vinca.)
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The plant has glossy leathery leaves that are oval shaped and stiff. The plant is similar in appearance to and related to the gardenia. Blooms are clusters of four petaled florets which can last four to six weeks on the stem.
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Isn't it amazing what beauty lies within a few steps of one's house! Here's one quick walk while dinner is baking in the oven!!!
Catharanthus roseus (Vinca) also known as the Madagascar periwinkle or rosy periwinkle or Sadabahar is grown as an ornamental plant in the garden. This is a 1m tall perennial herb with oppositely arranged leaves. The plant produces several flowers such as pink, red, lilac, white and light shade darks. The pink and the white varieties are grown for its medicinal value. (www.homeremediess.com/medicinal-plant-catharanthus-roseus...)
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