Many of us can recognize the necessary parts of a flower. For example, the stem and the petals are easily identifiable. Flowers are actually very intricate structures that are integral to the plants’ ability to reproduce. Reproduction is what leads to flowers, seeds, and fruits. It is an essential function of a plant and is […]
There is something special about roses that speaks of beauty, love, and elegance. There are different types of roses, and these all embody different emotions. Roses are among the most popular flowers in the world. If we look at the present and also travel back in history, roses have long been used in literature, culture, […]
Blue is a wonderful color for a flower to be. It can be subtle and delicate, or bright and cheerful. There are many different kinds of flowers that can naturally be blue, and the color blue for a flower is often also thought to have various meanings, depending on the kind of flower and when […]
Roses are some of the most common plants that exist today. Whether you’re looking in a flower store or you see some flowers on TV, roses are bound to be present. They are available in many different varieties and colors. You could send someone a different rose variety daily for over four decades! It’s hard […]
Sunflowers are the brightest flowers that exist. You have likely seen them in many places, including art and movies. Even cartoons use them to great effect. Some of these cartoons give the sunflowers faces and personalities that reflect their brightness. Seeing a sunflower is enough to bring happiness to many people. In fact, there are […]
One of the greatest things about being alive is the ability to enjoy flowers. Looking at their beauty is awesome, and some of them have unique and breathtaking characteristics. This is the reason that so many people enjoy getting flowers as gifts. Those who don’t get them as gifts may just buy some. There’s no […]
Are you looking to send flowers to a loved one? Maybe you think roses are the best choice; however, did you know that tulips are just as meaningful as roses? Tulips are a common spring flower and have been given as a flower that represents life and warmth. The next time you want to show […]
Roses are beautiful flowers that are used for many different occasions. One of the reasons for their versatility is the fact that they come in so many colors. Apart from allowing for uniqueness, each of these colors symbolizes something special. While you are free to give someone whatever rose you want, paying attention to the […]
Many people see cacti as those spiky green plants that appear in the desert. Even movies and cartoons can’t avoid throwing in a cactus in desert scenes just to add a touch of realism. Therefore, many people can’t imagine cacti among the ranks of flowering plants. Their seeing one bloom usually results in surprise. However, […]
Flowers are not just useful for being placed in a garden. While they are good for that purpose, there are other artistic ways that you can use them. Flower silhouettes are great for this because they can be used alone or with other artistic touches. This is the reason that you see flower designs on […]
People use and appreciate flowers for many different reasons. While some are used decoratively, others are used for special events. Flowers even make excellent sentimental gifts. While decorative flowers are typically selected for their aesthetic appeal, other contexts have a different story. Special events and gifts usually have a meaning associated with them. This means […]
When you notice a flower, what do you pay close attention to? Do you see how large or small it is? Do you focus on the scent? Maybe you like the shape of the flower itself. Most people notice the color before all else. In most cases, the coloring is one of many factors that […]
Imagine that a messenger arrives at the doorstep of your Victorian home, handing you a small bouquet wrapped in a ribbon. Clearly, it was assembled by hand from someone’s posh garden. You’re automatically charmed by this amazing gift and start searching for a suitable vase. However, if you were in the 19th century, the instinct […]
Carnations are flowers that have a deeper meaning than what their external beauty shows. Scientists believe they were first cultivated over 2,000 years ago near the Mediterranean Basin. When they were first grown, they were largely used as ceremonial flowers in Greece, Italy, Spain, and neighboring countries. Today, the flowers are found all around the […]
Iris flowers are a popular perennial plant with showy blooms in a range of colors, including blue, purple, white, yellow, and orange. These flowers have six petals, three of which form the upright “standards” while the other three hang down and are known as the “falls”. Irises prefer well-drained soil and full sun, although some […]
Choosing a name for your baby is a big decision. A name is usually with us almost from the moment of birth to when die, so the choice of a name is no small consideration. However, here at FloraQueen, as you might expect, we’re big fans of flower names for babies and we’re going to […]
Art and flowers are almost inseparable. Almost from the inception of art as a form of human expression, paintings of flowers have existed. Despite the history of flower paintings being long and numerous works hanging in galleries all over the world, we’ve narrowed things down a little. We’ve chosen just 5 flower paintings that for us stand […]
One of the most popular flowers of all time has to be the rose. In our newest online eBook, we’ve explained all you need to know about roses so that you can enjoy them longer and send even better floral gifts. A rose bouquet can vary in many ways and there are lots of things […]
Despite their use for decoration and beautifying a home, it’s sometimes easy to forget that fresh flowers are very much alive. Flowers are intricate working organisms, even after they’re cut and there’s a lot going on with these natural wonders we enjoy in our bouquets. We’re going to quickly break down and identify the main parts of a […]
Passionate purple flowers are one of nature’s more precious treats. With the historical significance of purple as a symbol of prestige and royalty they bring something extra special to a surprise bouquet, in addition to their deep rich colour. However, what’s so special about them and why? There’s a rich tapestry of meaning associated with […]
Classic chrysanthemums. They are a popular flower for bouquets all over the world and are a an ideal bloom to add big smiles to a special day. Of course, what you say with Chrysanthemums can vary greatly depending on when and what types you deliver. To try and demystify this ‘beautiful dialect’ of the language […]
Jasmine flowers embody a perfect balance of beauty and fragrance making them a favourite throughout the world. However, this only scratches the surface of potential uses and meanings of jasmine flowers. Today we’re going to look at just how versatile the small but amazing jasmine flower can be. What do Jasmine Flowers Symbolise? Purity and […]
The meaning of orange flowers can vary depending on the specific type of flower and cultural context. Here are some general meanings associated with orange flowers: Yellow is a colour of joy and red a colour of passion when it comes to flowers. But what happens when you mix these two colours together and end […]
It’s June and summer is in the year. As a result it will come as no surprise that our bouquet of the month for this sunny month is a bright and beautiful sunflower arrangement! Our Breath of Colour bouquet combines summer sunflowers with bright red carnations and striking lavender coloured limonium and is bound to turn […]
