Phlox is a common perennial plant that is grown in many backyard gardens. Typically cultivated by hobby gardeners, it is a gorgeous bloom that is typically grown for its spreading nature and undeniable beauty. However, there’s more to phlox than what meets the eye. Here’s what you need to know about the symbolism behind this …
The oleander is a flower that most people know and love. Frequently used in bouquets, this flower is known for its toxicity. When consumed, it can be incredibly deadly. Despite this malevolent undertone, though, the oleander flower actually has some deep symbolism. It’s not all bad! Here’s what you need to know. What Does Oleander …
Also referred to as harebells, bluebell flowers are some of the most lovely you can behold. Although you might not attach any kind of intrinsic meaning to the lower beyond its sheer beauty, there is more to this delicate plant than what initially meets the eye. Here’s what you need to know about the bluebell …
The delicate snowdrop flower, despite its name, often serves as the first sign of spring. The snow has finally begun to recede! A foreteller of warm weather on the way, this beautiful flower is often grown in backyard gardens for its frail, everlasting beauty. However, the snowdrop flower has much more to offer than what …
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As one of the first flowers to poke its head through the soil each spring, the crocus flower is often viewed as a harbinger of new beginnings. Frequently referred to as the “light bulb flower,” the crocus does, in fact, look like a light bulb, until its petals open into a gorgeous, cup-shaped bloom, that …
Although one of the most challenging types of orchids to bring into bloom, vanilla orchids continue to be a popular plant. They are highly valued for their ornamental and commercial uses. There are hundreds of vanilla orchid species, but the most common of all is the Vanilla planifolia or commonly known as the flat-leaved vanilla …
Orchids always make an exciting addition to any home garden, thanks to their unusual yet beautiful, often fragrant blooms and easy to care nature. If you are thinking of incorporating one in your plant collection, one type to consider is epidendrums orchids. Epidendrum orchids are highly popular house plants that offer home gardeners with tons …
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Trailing and hanging plants have become trendy these days. Vines that drape by the window and spill over shelves are popular among modern house plant growers and one of their go-to plants is the pothos (also known as Epipremnum aureum). Growing pothos is a no-brainer, it does not demand close attention and is very easy …
Aloes are a widely grown species of ornamental plants. They are prized among gardeners for their thick, fleshy foliage, and brilliantly colored inflorescence. What Plant is an Aloe? Aloes got their name from the Arabic word “Alloeh” which means “shining bitter substance”, pertaining to the aloe gel. These succulent plants originated in the Arabian Peninsula. …
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Tropical plants are considered as some of the best ones to grow as houseplants, not just because of their adaptability to indoor settings but also because of the unique extravagant flair they bring into a room that no other common house plants possess. A favorite among these beautiful tropical plants is the Aechmea (also known …
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