Today started out terrific! My achimenes bloomed.

I took several cuttings of favorite plants in the waning days of summer. One of those was from my achimenes plant. The small blooms are gorgeous, and miniature, reaching the size of a nickel in diameter. They make up for their diminutive proportions by abundance, covering the fuzzy green foliage with dozens of small flowers. The blossoms dance on the end of their springy long stem, exuberantly waving in the softest touch of a breeze. The lavender color of my variety is especially pleasing, and a very popular summertime plant. You can find this same plant in a variety of containers and hanging baskets.

Culture of Achimenes