March 7 is celebrated as the World Hyacinth Day. If you can smell that lovely scent of spring, you are definitely near the flowers of Hyacinth. The flowers of Hyacinth come from the Hyacinthaceae family under hyacinthus genus. The most common variety is the Hyacinthus Orientalis, which is a flower that looks like a starfish […]
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The genus Hypericum is a type of flowering ornamental plant that can be found in different parts of the world. It offers such a unique beauty whether in a floral arrangement, bouquet or in artistically landscaped garden. The fields look amazing, too, when colored by yellow Hypericum flowers and colorful berries. Hypericum is referred to […]
Iris flowers make great fresh-cut flowers for anniversaries and sending words of encouragement. Irises also attract butterflies and hummingbirds making it well-loved among gardeners. Learn more about irises in this article. History of Iris Flowers As many different types of flowers, there is also a Greek myth associated with Iris flowers. Iris was the […]
Jasmine is a popular name these days owing to the movie Aladdin that was just recently released. But what’s behind the name? And moreover, what can you learn about the fragrant-smelling star-shaped Jasmine flowers? Read on to find out. History of Jasmine Flowers The name Jasmine is from the Persians and Arabs. The Arabian […]
First and foremost, we need to distinguish jonquils from daffodils, narcissus, and buttercups. Are they different names for a single plant or what are their differences? Let’s get right into it. Jonquils are often interchanged with other terms such as daffodils, buttercups, and narcissus. But there are differences as well and interchanging the term may […]
Kalanchoes are vibrant and long-lasting flowers that will surely brighten your day. But ever wonder where did this flower originate? Take a look at the rich history of this flower and all the information you need to know about this famous houseplant. History of Kalanchoe This flower may seem strange to you but Kalanchoe has […]
Basically, these are just roses. What makes it different from the roses that we commonly picture out in our minds are its clusters of blooms on one stem. We usually see roses with one bloom on one stem in our hand bouquet. This does not make it less beautiful than spray roses but only suggests […]
The Lavender flower is more than just a pretty looking flower. It has many uses not only to enhance fragrance but it can also be used as herbal medicine to address many health problems. They also offer varieties of flowers that you can also try. And if you are interested to learn more about Lavenders, […]
Liatris is a perennial plant that blooms colorful petals and its leaves remain green throughout its growing season. But ever wonder when did this flower originate? Take a look at the history, meaning, facts, care and more about Liatris flower that will truly capture your heart. History of Liatris The Liatris plant originated in […]
Lilac is a treasured plant because of its good fragrance. But aside from that, lilac has a rich history. Here are some of the information that you need to know about lilacs from its history to taking care of them in your garden. History of Lilac The scientific name for Lilac is Syringa vulgais […]