Flowers participate in our happiness in a nice abstract way. Therefore, we should take good care of them to keep those positive vibes around. Only sometimes, it is hard, especially when we go away for a long time or we are just too busy or so tired we miss providing them what they need. Fortunately, […]
Jamaica flowers, also known as hibiscus or Roselle, are a type of tropical flowering plant native to Africa, but widely cultivated in the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Southeast Asia. The plant is often grown for its ornamental beauty, but it is also cultivated for its edible calyces, which are used to make a […]
The oleander (Nerium oleander) is an evergreen and ornamental shrub, with small, glossy leaves and pink-rose flowers. It has a delicate scent and is very easy to care for. However, ingesting the parts of the plant that contain glycosides can impact the heart muscles, so we must take great care in using it. Overdose can […]
A posy flower, also known as a nosegay, is a small bouquet of flowers typically given as a gift or used for decorative purposes. It is usually made up of a small number of flowers and is often tied together with a ribbon or string. Posy flowers have been popular since the medieval era and […]
Acacia is one of the very few flowering plants that can be found throughout the world. Acacia is loved on all continents, for its beauty, and for its beneficial uses, but is especially famous in Australia, where it is named wattle. Since 1988, wattle has been declared the floral symbol of this state. In Australia, […]
The royal lady slipper, scientifically known as cypripedium reginae, is one of the botanical flowers of the North American continent and the Minnesota state flower. The plant is large and stocky looking. In 1902, the plant was officially designated as the state flower of Minnesota. The lady slipper has three to seven leaves folded and […]
Every spring, California flowers (Eschscholzia californica), also named the California poppy, delight our eyes with their bright yellow color. If you want to capture these flowers in their true splendor, you should see them in their peak flowering season: the short period from late March to mid-April. So, let’s enjoy reading some information about the […]
The datura flower is commonly called angel’s trumpet. It belongs to the nightshade family and is a genus of over nine poisonous plants. Datura is cultivated mainly for ornamental and medicinal purposes. As you read this, you can learn the following; * Datura Flower Description * How to Grow Datura Flower * How to Care […]
Coneflower, or echinacea, is a fine plant native to North America, with large flowers and blooming for a long time. It is one of the plants that has proven its effectiveness in increasing the body’s defense capacity against various infectious agents. This plant is used in the preparation of tinctures or food supplements, alone or […]
When it’s hard to find the words, flowers are a heartfelt way to show your sympathy to a grieving family when they have lost a loved one. Flowers offer comfort and let the family know they are in your thoughts. When you read this article, you can learn: * Considerations Before Choosing Flowers * Types […]
When someone you care about needs to stay in the hospital, sending flowers is a great way to send your well-wishes for a speedy recovery. Whether the stay is for a joyous occasion such as the birth of a child or for an illness that needs to be treated, flowers bring cheer to a lonely […]
The bitter root, scientifically known as lewisia rediviva, is a plant species native to western North America, USA, and Canada. It was officially designated as the Montana state flower on February 27, 1895. The specific name, from the Latin “redivivus,” means “restored, revived, brought back to life.” The Amerindians, particularly the Shoshone, consumed the root […]
The pomegranate flower is a beautiful offspring of its tree. Known for its bright red attributes, they are a smallish shrub that grows just about 16 to 33 ft high. With a diameter of about 1.2 in, this tree is native to the surroundings of Persia, present-day Iran. The tree thrives in summer and warmer […]
The Solanum tuberosum, or, as we all know, the potato, is an ancient root vegetable firstly cultivated by the Incas in Peru. Also, potatoes come from the same family as tomatoes, the Nightshades or Solanaceae. Potatoes are grown all over the world and are consumed in different ways, as boiled potatoes, mashed potatoes, the classic […]
You’ve probably already come across it on your way, perhaps as an ornamental object at a friend’s house, represented as jewelry or behind a telephone shell. Nowadays, the benefits of the flower of life are no longer a secret for anyone! The flower of life is a decorative subject that has been used for thousands […]
Missouri designated the white hawthorn flower as the official state flower in 1923. Hawthorn is often used to constitute defensive hedges in gardens. Hawthorn is a shrub that forms tangled bushes. Belonging to the rosaceous family such as the rosehip, for example, it can reach 10 meters in height. This is rather large for a […]
Gardening has never been so fun before the cotton flower. Everybody who owns a garden, or likes gardening on a regular basis, should try to grow this fluffy perennial at least once. With fluffy staple fibers in your gardens, they surely provide a nice topic for conversation, and with a long, deep-seated role in our […]
The elder flower is the flower of a deciduous shrub that is known all over the world, due to its aromatic flowers and its fruits. It is common to prepare delicious, cold beverages from the elder flower. Additionally, the elder fruits and flowers are used for the preparation of various foods. The beneficial effects on […]
The Indica flower is one of the oldest flowers known to man, with a record of its usefulness dating as far back as over 2,000 years As you read this, you can learn the following; * Tips for Growing Indica Flower * How to Effectively Prepare Indica Buds * How to Recognize an Indica plant […]
The wonderful rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a Mediterranean shrub, famous for its beauty and its uses in gastronomy due to its delicious, aromatic and slightly bitter taste. Furthermore, the rosemary plant has multiple uses in the cosmetics and perfume industry. Read on to find out more information about: * What is the rosemary flower? * […]
Verbena flowers are perennial to biennial plants, whose hardiness varies greatly depending on their geographical origin. On the one hand, the very famous light-wearing verbena of Buenos Aires grows in the stony and poor corners of the garden. On the other hand, the rigid verbena covers the ground with flowers for many months. The verbena […]
Flower names for boys help to relate the beauty of nature with the love you have for your child. It also helps your child to understand how precious he is to you. Giving a child a floral name was a popular occurrence in the early 19th century. However, in recent times, some celebrities such as […]
The Idaho state flower is the Syringa, also known as the mock orange. This fragrant and beautiful flower was officially designated as the state flower of Idaho in 1931. Syringa produces clusters of creamy white blossoms and is often associated with the state’s natural beauty and outdoor landscapes. Like every state of the United States, […]
The snowdrop, commonly known as galanthus nivalis, is a bulbous flower among the first to announce the end of winter and the arrival of spring. A symbol of renewal and the month of January, its small pure white bells, often piercing the last snow, appear from January to March, from a naturalized ground-cover carpet, a […]
