Hovea (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several attractive evergreen shrubs of Australia grown for their glossy deep green foliage and flowers in rich blues and intense violets.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Native to Australia the Hovea is often used as a decorative piece in gardens due to its beautiful foliage and vibrant flowers.
- In suburban areas hovea are widely cultivated in home gardens for its vibrant intense violet blooms and attractive foliage.
- The deep green leaves of hovea plants add a dramatic touch to floral arrangements and are highly sought after by florists.
- The evergreen shrub hovea can add year round beauty to landscapes that have seasonal flowering plants but lack greenery during winter months.
- Hovea plants are drought tolerant with an attractive compact growth habit that makes them ideal for planting in borders and containers.