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The Selaginella Family

Posted by stevesleaves on May 9, 2013 in The Blog | Steve's Leaves, Inc. | 0 comments

Learn about the beautiful Selaginella kraussiana family, green, aurea, and frosty.

What’s in a Name?

Posted by stevesleaves on Apr 3, 2013 in The Blog | Steve's Leaves, Inc. | 0 comments

Why are plant names so important? We list our plants by their scientific names to keep it clear across regions and to help you identify the plant you love. Our specialist explains how plants are named.

Blooming Begonia burkillii

Posted by stevesleaves on Mar 5, 2013 in The Blog | Steve's Leaves, Inc. | 1 comment

While walking through the greenhouse the other day, I was drawn to the stock plant of an awesome new Begonia species, B. burkillii from India. Under the strikingly beautiful variegated leaves was a mass of green flower buds and pink flowers.

Getting Started with Plants

Posted by stevesleaves on Sep 25, 2012 in The Blog | Steve's Leaves, Inc. | 3 comments

We are often asked, “How did you get your start with plants?” Our own Don Miller, Begonia expert at Steve’s Leaves, answers this question and tells us about his first experiences with plants: I have always loved plants, ever since I was a young boy growing up in Southern California. One of the greatest influences [...]