April showers bring May flowers, but do you know what else April brings? Lots and lots of daisies. The daisy is one of the two official birth flowers of the month of April (the other being the sweet pea) but is perfect to give someone in a bouquet at any time of the year. With its …
The birthday flower for the month of August, the poppy, or Papaver somniferum, is one of the most popular wildflowers in the United States. Although it’s best known for its vibrant shades of red, the poppy flower can be found in many other colors as well. Not only that, but poppies possess powerful symbolism. While …
Lily flowers were first discovered in 1580 B.C., and since then, they have captivated people all over the world with their beauty and mystique. There are many kinds of lilies you will find, lots of which grow wild in various parts of the globe. From pure white lilies that symbolize chastity to stargazer lilies, which …
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Paphiopedilums, otherwise known as lady slippers orchids or Venus’ Slipper orchids, are ornamental plants that you can easily recognize even from afar. Of all orchid types, they have the most prominent pouch-like lip that resembles a slipper, hence the name. Like other popular orchids, such as the moth orchids, cattleyas, and dendrobiums, these gardener-favorites come …
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Pay a visit to Boston – or settle down for the long haul – and you’ll find that this city has a rich, dynamic culture. Although the town shares many of its roots with the rest of New England, it also has a unique vibe that’s all it’s own. With a strong Irish heritage and …
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Did you know that plants tend to use the nutrients that are available in the soil to make their food? This doesn’t mean that all of a sudden you are going to see a nutrient appear on the soil and your plant will eat it! But your plant is so incredibly smart that she will …
Are you fascinated with orchids? If yes, then you’re probably aware of cymbidium orchids or more popularly known as boat orchids. Boat orchids are one of the most beautiful types of exotic flowers frequently used in flower arrangements and corsages. Although they are more demanding than the other types of orchids grown as houseplants, their …
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Phalaenopsis, otherwise known as moth orchids or butterfly orchids, are a popular type of orchid that many flower enthusiasts adore. Though orchids, in general, flaunt a striking appearance, the dramatic flower spikes of phals make them stand out. Each long and arching flower spike displays many blooms at a time, and their large, moth-like flowers …
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Seattle is known for its lush, evergreen forests and its unlimited access to some of the greenest places in the country. You don’t even have to step outside the city limits, in fact, to benefit from the city’s gorgeous natural elements. Many of these elements are brought to life in Seattle’s many flower delivery services. …
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Did you know that Juniper Bonsai trees come from the Cypress family of plants, and there are at least 70 species related to it? Junipers’ can either be a tree or a shrub, and they are also an evergreen coniferous tree, which basically means they are needle-leaved (similar to pines, firs, and spruces). They could …
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