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Monthly Archives: September 2011
Godetia, Nature’s Satin Flower
Godetia, also known as Satin Flower or Silk Flower, is a funnel or trumpet shaped flower consisting of four petals that are arranged on the terminal spike. There are single and double forms in shades of pale pink, orange red … Continue reading
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Tagged Cut Flowers, flower varieties, godetia, satin flower, silk flower
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Heather
Lavender Heather symbolizes admiration, solitude and beauty and white Heather symbolizes protection and indicates that wishes will come true. Heather is offered in two species including Erica melanthra (lavender) and Erica persoluta (hot pink). Bursting forth in springtime, Erica persoluta … Continue reading
Posted in Flower Varieties, Heather
Tagged Cut Flowers, flower varieties, fresh flowers, heather
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Autumn in Flowers
In Autumn Mother Nature provides us with a kaleidoscope of colours that are unlike any other season. Ambers, burnt orange, deep reds, rusts & dark yellows, just to name a few! To celebrate the new season I thought I’d share … Continue reading
What are Russian Cut Roses?
Russian Cut roses are not grown in Siberia. The term ‘Russian Cut’ actually refers to a rose that has been left on the stem longer than usual. Recent findings are showing that roses which are left on the stem longer … Continue reading
Common Problems in Cut Roses & Solutions
Here are some common problems in Cut Roses that can drastically reduce vase life. Included are some things you can try to ward off the issue. BENT NECK: Causes: The most common cause is a lack of water and flower-food … Continue reading
Posted in Flower Varieties, Plant & Flower Problems, Roses
Tagged cut flower care, Cut Flowers, flower problems, roses
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The Garden Rose
These fragrant beauties are gaining favor for weddings and other events. The Garden rose is known as the “queen of flowers.” It is the symbol of grace and beauty, the emblem of kings and paradise, an ingredient of magic and … Continue reading
Posted in Flower Varieties, Roses
Tagged Cut Flowers, flower varieties, Garden Rose, roses, Wedding Flowers
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Not all Rose Varieties are Created Equally
The ROSE – Symbolizes love and is used to signify love in its various forms. Birth Month: June Roses originated in Asia Minor and have been in cultivation for more than 5,000 years. Romans believed white Roses grew where the … Continue reading
The Enthusiastic Bouvardia
Bouvardia (boo-var-dee-ah) symbolizes enthusiasm and can be used to “indicate zest for life”. With a delicate scent and feminine appearance, in the language of flowers, Bouvardia represents enthusiasm. Although the Bouvardia is a native flower of Arizona and New Mexico, … Continue reading
Posted in Bouvardia, Flower Varieties
Tagged Bouvardia, Cut Flowers, flower varieties, fresh flowers, Wedding Flowers
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New Species plants its own seeds!
Scientists have estimated that there are possibly between 5 million and 50 million plant species on our planet, however only about 2 million species have been discovered and documented to date. It is believed that many species live, die & … Continue reading
Rare Trees & Plants in the Patna Zoo
Patna zoo, located in Patna India, has recently acquired some rare and beautiful plants to enhance the zoo grounds. The zoo will soon be home to some of the rarest plants in the city, most of whom are not native … Continue reading
Posted in Flowers in the News, Fun Stuff, Weird and Wacky
Tagged rare trees, trees, unusual trees
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Grower Direct Fresh Cut Flowers Presents... 