Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius) is a perennial shrub that commonly grows in Europe. Scotch broom is also referred to as the "common broom." The plants grow in sunny areas in dry soil and can withstand acidic soil conditions. In Italian folklore, scotch broom was burned to stop witches. Scotch broom was a historical symbol of French king Charles VI.

Warminster broom, or Cytisus praecox, is a small deciduous shrub that is highly poisonous and may cause death if ingested. It can easily crowd out beneficial plants and self-seeds readily. Pull out plants before seeds appear to control this nuisance.

Tree lucerne is a small evergreen tree that is valuable as a fodder crop in Australia. It has a high protein content and is enjoyed by grazing animals. Tree lucerne has been grown as fodder since the late 1800s.

Hairy broom is a deciduous or evergreen shrub that prefers dry, acidic soil. This frost-sensitive shrub can reach up to 2 meters in height. It's often used in hedges and boundaries, but it can also function great as a standalone plant. It is known for its beautiful, long, upright branches with numerous flowers.

Cytisus hirsutus reaches on average 30–40 centimetres (12–16 in) of height with a maximum height of about 100 centimetres (39 in). The stem is more or less ascendent woody in the lower part branched with ascending annual and herbaceous branches (suffruticose) with hairs 3 millimeters long (hence the Latin name hirsutus of this species meaning hairy). The small deciduous leaves are trifoliate ovate to elliptic hairy on both sides 18–25 millimetres (0.71–0.98 in) long with a petiole. The flowers are initially orange-yellow then tend to be colored with reddish brown. The flowering period extends from spring through summer. Its legumes (seed pods) are 25–40 millimetres (0.98–1.57 in) long very hairy and mature in late Summer.

Cytisus hirsutus subsp. polytrichus is a densely hairy shrub with slender, green stems that give way to vibrant yellow pea-like flowers in spring. Adaptable to various soils, it thrives best in sunny spots, drawing pollinators with its blossoms. This hardy plant is characterized by its rough-textured, trifoliate leaves that contribute to its bushy appearance.

Cytisus multiflorus is a shrub growing up to 3 m or 4 m in sprawling height, with a broomlike array of many five-angled flexible branches. Leaves appear mainly on lower branches, each made up of three leaflets. Some leaves grow on the upper branches; these are generally made up of a single leaflet.

Purple broom is a vibrant, deciduous shrub featuring slender green stems. In spring and summer, it displays striking purple pea-like flowers that attract pollinators. Well-suited for free-draining soils and sunny locations, purple broom thrives in warmer conditions, often reaching 1.2 meters in height. Its arching growth and eye-catching blooms make it an exceptional choice for ornamental gardens.

Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.

Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.

Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.

The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.

Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.

Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.

Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.

Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.