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Flower of the Year and Plant of the Year

🌸 2026 Flower of the Year: Delphinium — A Symbol of Aspiration & Hope

As we welcome the new year, we’re excited to highlight the Delphinium as the 2026 Flower of the Year! Selected by floral trend experts for its beauty, striking form, and meaningful symbolism, delphiniums are poised to be one of the most talked-about blooms of the season.

🌿 A Flower That Reaches for the Sky

Delphiniums are instantly recognizable for their tall, elegant flower spikes and jewel-like colors — especially ethereal blues, rich purples, soft pinks, and creamy whites. This vertical growth naturally draws the eye upward, which isn’t just visually stunning — it’s symbolic. These flowers represent aspiration, growth, and hope, making them perfect for celebrating life milestones or lifting someone’s spirits.

🌈 Symbolism to Inspire

In floral language, delphiniums are often associated with:

💫 Ambition & aspiration — their soaring stems reach skyward, inspiring us to grow and reach higher

🌟 Hope & positivity — they evoke a sense of calm optimism, perfect for new beginnings

🎓 Celebration & encouragement — beautiful in bouquets for graduates, new homeowners, or anyone entering a fresh chapter

💐 Garden & Design Tips

Delphiniums make a dramatic focal point in:

Garden borders — their vertical structure brings contrast and texture

Vase arrangements — they pair beautifully with soft peonies, roses, or airy grasses

Seasonal displays — use cooler tones for winter serenity or mix pastels for spring freshness

Whether you’re choosing them for a cutting garden or a statement bouquet, delphiniums are a *flower that says more than beauty; it says possibility.*

🌱 2026 Plant of the Year: Money Tree — Prosperity, Balance & Good Fortune

This year’s Plant of the Year takes us indoors with the beloved Money Tree (Pachira aquatica) — a houseplant that not only adds lush greenery to your space but carries a rich tradition of symbolism and wellbeing.

🍃 Why the Money Tree?

Chosen for its striking appearance and meaningful associations, the money tree has become a favorite among plant lovers and gift givers alike. Its braided trunk and vibrant green leaves offer both visual charm and layers of symbolic meaning:

💰 Prosperity & abundance — widely associated with good fortune in East Asian cultures

🧘 Balance & harmony — the five leaflets on each leaf are often said to represent the five elements in feng shui (wood, water, earth, fire, metal)

🌿 Stability & growth — its robust nature reflects resilience and wellness

These symbolic qualities make the money tree an especially thoughtful plant to bring into a home or workplace at the start of a fresh year.

🌞 Caring for Your Money Tree

One of the reasons the money tree is so popular — beyond its beauty and symbolism — is its approachable care:

🪴 Bright, indirect light keeps its leaves vibrant

💧 Water only when the topsoil dries to prevent overwatering

🌡️ Enjoys consistent indoor temperatures (moderate & cozy)

Whether gifted for luck or chosen simply to enhance your interior with green vitality, the money tree brings both meaning and beauty into everyday spaces.

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🌿 Final Thought

At Hyams Garden Center, we love sharing plants and flowers that brighten your garden and your life — not just your landscape. The delphinium and money tree speak to what many of us hope for in 2026: growth, beauty, balance, and positive energy. 🌼🌱

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Paint Your Spring with Nature’s Brush

Step into the season of renewal, where every bloom is a brushstroke, and the earth is your canvas. At Hyams Garden Center, a vibrant palette of Spring’s finest awaits—petals kissed by sunshine, leaves whispering in the breeze, colors dancing in the light.

Choose your hues, shape your vision, and let nature’s artistry flourish in your garden beds. Whether bold and bright or soft and serene, your masterpiece begins here.

Come, be inspired. Let Hyams help you paint your perfect spring.

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Plant of the Year 2025

Brunnera Macrophylla ‘Jack of Diamonds’ is the Plant of the Year for 2025, celebrated for its bold foliage and charming spring blooms. This shade-loving perennial features large, silver leaves with dramatic dark green veins, offering a striking visual appeal in gardens. In mid-to-late spring, its delicate baby blue, forget-me-not-like flowers add a touch of elegance, making it a perfect choice for shaded borders and woodland settings.

This plant may face challenges in Charleston’s climate, as it prefers cooler conditions and partial to full shade. While it can grow in USDA zones 3-8, Charleston (in zone 8b) might be on the warmer edge of its tolerance. If planted, it should be placed in shaded areas with consistently moist soil and protection from the intense summer heat to ensure its health.

Brunnera Macrophylla ‘Jack of Diamonds’:

  1. Placement: Plant in a shaded or partially shaded area, such as under trees or on the north side of buildings, to protect it from intense afternoon sun.
  2. Soil: Ensure the soil is rich, consistently moist, and well-draining. Add organic mulch around the plant base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
  3. Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged, especially during Charleston’s hot summers.
  4. Heat Protection: Use a layer of mulch to cool the roots and reduce water evaporation. Provide extra shade during the peak summer months if necessary.
  5. Maintenance: Prune back dead leaves and spent flowers to maintain its appearance. Monitor for slugs, which can be a problem in moist environments.