Special Plant Specimens Continuing With The Letter S

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There are many special plant specimens of trees and shrubs starting with the letter S. This is another page for you in the list of plants section continuing on with the letter S. There are thousands of different trees, shrubs, flowers, and herbs growing in so many different geographical locations. This list of plants is just a tip of the iceberg on all the specimens. I do hope you can gain some information out of this page and others.

• Serruria - This genus is made up of about fifty species or more. The Serruria is native to the area in south Africa, and is in over abundance in the southwestern Cape region. The Serruria grows in sub-tropical to tropical zones of nine through eleven in the United States. This shrub can mature to around four feet tall and is unique in it's deep two tone shade of pink or white tone flowers. The cluster of flowers have a full center and each petal has pointed edges. These species love sandy and well drained soil. They will thrive in a sunny location. The Serruria is a member of the Protea family. A highlight of these species is the long duration of the blooms.









• Solanum - This is a large family that has about 1300 to 1400 species. They are made up of annual, perennial, evergreen, and deciduous trees, shrubs, and climbers. They are native all over the world, but are dominant in New Zealand and Australia. A special specie is the Kangaroo Apple. The Kangaroo Apple is an evergreen shrub that will grow to around twelve feet. It is considered a fast grower but the downside is it is short lived. The Blue Potato Bush is native to the South American region and will mature to eight feet tall. The special and rich blue and violet tone flowers make this a wonderful specie for a garden or landscape. This family loves well drained soil and sun. The Solanum family grows well in zones nine through eleven in the United States. Feel free to search Google for other plants that may work for you in your geographic location.
• Sophora - There are about fifty deciduous, evergreen trees and shrubs that make up this genus. Native to many parts of the world, the Japanese Pagoda tree is home in Korea and China. The Japanese Pagoda can mature up to one hundred feet tall. These specimens do well in zones four through ten in the United States. The Sophora family is known for its wide variety of soil conditions it will grow in. This genus can take full sun or partial shade. They are popular as shade trees, cultivated in groves, and also a great lawn specimen. These species have tiny flowers of yellow, cream, blue and a soft purple tone. After the flowers are done blooming pods with seeds appear and form a resembles to a beaded necklace. A very unique specimen that is enjoyed by many.
• Sorbus - Mountain Ash This family is made up of about one hundred species of deciduous trees and shrubs. The plants are grown for their unique foliage and rich red berries. The Mountain Ash is native to many places in Europe and grows well in zones nine through two in the United States. These species thrive in cooler climates and are can grow well in full sun or partial shade. In springtime, clusters of small white flowers appear. Some of the varieties of Sorbus can mature up to thirty feet tall. The timber from the trees are used in flooring and furniture. A great specimen for many styles of landscape, but also a wonderful and special specimen for a specific garden.




• Spiraea - There are about eighty members of this family. In the spring and summer months the Spiraea comes to life with brilliant clusters of special light and dark pink flowers. Some varieties produce white flowers. These species grow in many different climates and do well in zones three through eleven in the United States. These deciduous to semi-evergreen shrubs prefer warm summer months and love well drained soil. They will burn out if not protected from the blazing heat in some of the warmer climates. In the variety of plants section there is some more information on the Spiraea specimen as well as the Abelia.



• Styrax- Snowbell - This family has about one hundred deciduous and small evergreen trees and shrubs. They are native to many areas including both Americas, China, Japan, Korea, and one specie grows naturally in Europe. The Snowbell will grow well in zones six through nine in the United States. In the springtime, special clusters of tiny bell shaped white flowers appear. The Styrax genus loves a moist, cool and well drained soil. They also prefer a cooler summer climate. Some of the species can mature up to twenty feet tall. A great specimen for landscapes that have some natural wood settings.

• Syringa - Lilac - this family is made up of about twenty species. The Lilac is known for its unique fragrant flowers that emerge in mid-spring. The Lilacs were first raised in France and are native to China, other parts of northeastern Asia, many countries in Europe, and will grow in well in zones five through nine in the United States. Syringa prefer a moist and well drained soil, and thrives in with extra humus added. The Lilac will produce special and luscious blooms in frost prone areas and the colors range from white, purple, several shades of pink and a light mauve. The Lilac is one of my favorite species. Although in my zone seven, this specie isn't as popular as the cooler zones. Here is some more information for you on the Lilac family.
Another aspect of this family is the popularity of the Lilac in interior decorating. Feel free to also take a look at Pastel Colors Are Great In Decorating Different Rooms. This is a new website that I have just started, and hopefully you will be able to get some ideas for your interior needs.

The seven families above represent some special and wonderful plant specimens. I hope you have enjoyed this page and take the time to visit the rest of the list of plants section.