Achimenes are a summer flowering rhizomatous perennial trailing plant originally from Mexico. Achimenes species include Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes cettoana and Achimenes erecta. In cultivation Achimenes are often grown in hanging baskets. Gardening and Plant Nursery Directory for Garden Centres, Wholesale Plant and Tree Nurseries and Mail Order Plant Nurseries, Garden Nurseries..

ACHIMENES

Achimenes are a much hybridised genus. Grown for their flowers which appear in summer Achimenes are a sub tropical plant so require a degree of protection in cooler climates.

Achimenes grandiflora and Achimenes longiflora are the two most used species for hybridization.

Achimenes need to kept moist during the growing period.

Guide to UK Achimenes Nurseries

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