Most plants don't bloom for an extended period of time each year, so it is important to give some thought to their foliage and growth habit when selecting them for your garden.
One could argue that the flowers are just a bonus, the foliage is really what you should consider before you buy.
“The foliage of plants fulfils an important role in a garden,” says gardening expert Pietman Diener of Stellenbosch. “It brings continuity, and the different textures, shapes and colours add interest to the garden all year round. There are many shrubs and trees that never bear flowers, so the appearance of the leaves is all the
