Thank you Silver Surfer, once again you are spot on. It seems to be quite obscure here and according to the info: Bouvardia was named in honour of Charles Bouvard, who lived in the 17th century, and was physician to Louis XIII, King of France. It is said to represent enthusiasm and is given as a gift for those who have a zest for life.
Habitat
The Bouvardia is native to Mexico and tropical America, namely Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. Other species can also be found in Europe and Canada, and while introduced to the UK as long ago as 1854, they are chiefly grown in sub-tropical zones and under glass in Holland. Bouvardia is native to Mexico and tropical America, namely Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. Other species can also be found in Europe and Canada, and while introduced to the UK as long ago as 1854, they are chiefly grown in sub-tropical zones and under glass in Holland.
I was hoping to grow some in the garden, but unfortunately, that doesn't seem to be an option. I'm very impressed with your knowledge, SS, I've never seen this before, and I suspect not all keen gardeners have either. Many thanks again, you have been very helpful.
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http://www.flowers.org.uk/flowers/flowers-names/a-d/bouvardia/
Habitat
The Bouvardia is native to Mexico and tropical America, namely Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. Other species can also be found in Europe and Canada, and while introduced to the UK as long ago as 1854, they are chiefly grown in sub-tropical zones and under glass in Holland. Bouvardia is native to Mexico and tropical America, namely Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. Other species can also be found in Europe and Canada, and while introduced to the UK as long ago as 1854, they are chiefly grown in sub-tropical zones and under glass in Holland.
I was hoping to grow some in the garden, but unfortunately, that doesn't seem to be an option.I'm very impressed with your knowledge, SS, I've never seen this before, and I suspect not all keen gardeners have either.
Many thanks again, you have been very helpful.
http://www.flowers.org.uk/flowers/flowers-names/a-d/bouvardia/