Lilies flower types
July 11, 2008
Lilies have been associated with many ancient myths. They are mentioned in
the Old Testament, and in the New Testament, and symbolize chastity and virtue.
Even today, lilies are associated with purity and faith.
Meaning of Lilies : purity, faith
PERUVIAN LILLIES or alstroemeria are named after the Swedish botanist Baron
Klas von Alstroemer. He brought the flower seeds back from a trip to South
America in the 18th century.
Meaning of Peruvian Lilies : Friendship, devotion
CALLA LILLIES were first imported from South Africa to America in the
mid-nineteenth century. The waxy white blooms and spearheaded leaves of the
calla lily stand for radiant beauty and sophistication.
Meaning of Cala Lilies : Beauty, sophistication.
WHITE LILY - Virginity, Purity, Majesty, It’s Heavenly to be with You
YELLOW LILY - I’m Walking on Air, False and Gay
DAY LILY - Coquetry, Chinese Emblem for Mother
EUCHARIS LILY - Maiden Charms
TIGER LILY - Wealth, Pride
LILY OF THE VALLEY - Sweetness, Tears of the Virgin Mary, Return to
Happiness, Humility, You’ve Made My Life Complete, beauty, gaiety
Tulips flower types
July 11, 2008
Originally from Persia, tulips were introduced to Western Europe and the
Netherlands in the 17th century. When growers started to hybridize the flower,
they found ways of making it even more decorative. Hybrids of the flower were a
scarcity at the time and a symbol of high status. Soon tulips became very
popular as a trading product and bulbs were traded at the highest prices. The
months of late 1636 to early 1637 would make history in the Netherlands as "Tulipmania".
A bed of tulips was worth up to $5,000, the value of a small house in Amsterdam
. The bulbs became curraency, and their value was quoted at the stock market.
Some of the popular varieties of Bulbs are as follows:
• Peacock Flower
• Iris
• Day Lily
• Tulip
• Windflower
• Daffodil
• Crocus
Though bulbs are easy to plant, certain care should be taken while growing
them. It is also recommended that one should plant bulbs during the fall season.
TULIP FLOWER - Perfect Lover, Frame, Flower Emblem of Holland
RED TULIPS - Believe Me, Declaration of Love
WHITE TULIPS - Beautiful Eyes
YELLOW TULIPS - There’s Sunshine in Your Smile
TULIP BULBS - Symbol of high status
Orchids flower types
July 11, 2008
During the 19th Century, orchids were widely collected. With nearly 25,000
varieties, some orchids are among the most exquisite and expensive flowers
available. In antiquity, orchids were correlated with love and fertility. It was
common knowledge that they would protect against diseases. Given as a gift they
stand for preciousness and seduction.
Meaning of Orchids : Seduction, preciousness
ORCHID FLOWER - Love, Beauty, Thoughtful.
BLUE ORCHID - Maturity, Charm
WILD ORCHID - Beautiful Lady
WHITE ORCHID - Refinement
THAI ORCHID - Chinese Symbol for Many Children
Sunflowers flower types
July 11, 2008
Sunflowers turn their heads toward the sun and this how they got their common name. They originated in Central and South America . Sunflowers are not only pretty to look at but sunflower seeds are power-packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamin E - all important to the nutritional quality of your diet. Wait! That doesn’t mean you’re supposed to eat the seeds out of your sunflower bouquet.
Meaning of SunFlowers : Adoration, sunshine.
Snapdragons flower types
July 11, 2008
Snapdragons flower types
Snapdragons are an old decorative flower, widely used by the Romans. From its origin in southern Spain the cultivated form was spread throughout the whole Roman Empire . Nowadays remnants of this original population which all belong to the species Antirrhinum majus are found among Roman remains like temples in southern France , Malta , and Italy . The flower, also called “gracious lady” stands for deception.
Meaning of Snap Dragon Flower : Desire, strength
Lilacs flower types
July 11, 2008
Mostly known to florists by its genus name Syringa (pronounced sir-IN-ga)., Lilac is a well known shrub in English cottage gardens. The cut flower is far more glamorous than the shrub with long branches laden with flowers. The flowers are very labour intensive to grow but the final result is well worth it.
• They come in sizes ranging from a modest 8 foot to whopping 30-feet. Lets look at some of the popular varieties of Lilacs.
• Syringa Meyeri
Syringa Meyeri, 4’ to 8’ high and half again in spread ‘Palabin’ is the cultivar of choice. Violet-purple flowers cover the plant in May. They are not too high on fragrance but are very beautiful.
• S. patula or Manchurian Lilac
S. patula or Manchurian Lilac reaches a satisfactory height of up to 9’ to 10’ at maturity. They are the most preferred variety for an all-round year bloom.
• S. reticulata or Japanese Tree Lilac
S. reticulata or Japanese Tree Lilac reaches a terrific height of 20’ to 30’ with a 20’ spread.
• Sylvan Beauty
This is more like that of a lavender-rose with a terrific fragrance and beautiful color texture.
Many more varieties of Lilacs are available making it a must-have garden flower.
Color: Available in white, mauve, violet or pink. The purple-flowered varieties, which have the stronger scent are only available in spring for a very short season of perhaps six weeks.
Availability: October to May
Lisianthus may sound like a Latin name, but it is one of several common names associated with this plant. It is also referred to as Prairie Gentian, Prairie Rose or Texas Bluebell . The flowers existing today are derived from an American wildflower that is native to prairies ranging from Colorado to Nebraska and down to Texas.
Iris flower post
July 11, 2008
Did you know that there are so many different varieties of iris that they can be grown wild year round, in water and on land? Iris was most significant in history as the emblem of France — Fleur-de-Lis — established in the 11th century by the king of France. Today, it is the state flower of Tennessee and its meanings are faith, hope and wisdom.
Symbolic Meaning of Iris Flower: Faith, hope, wisdom
Gladioli flower types
July 11, 2008
From the Latin “gladius”, meaning “sword”, relating to their leaf shape.
Color: white and soft pastels, pinks, oranges, peach, yellow, red and purple.
Availability: May to October .
Care Tips: Remove faded flowers to encourage others to open. Snipping off the top two or three green buds straightens the stem and helps flowers open below. Gladioli like a lot of water, and will suffer seriously if not given enough water. Symbolic Meaning of Gladiolis : Give Me a Break, I’m Really Sincere, Flower of the Gladiators.
Symbolic Meaning of Gladiolis : Give Me a Break, I’m Really Sincere, Flower of the Gladiators.
Daisy flower types
July 11, 2008
Definition: Common name of several different genera and species in the flowering plants family Asteraceae.
Description: The family Asteraceae or, alternatively, family Compositae, known as the aster, daisy or sunflower family , is a taxon of dicotyledonous flowering plants. The family name is derived from the genus Aster and refers to the star-shaped flower head of its members, typified well by the daisy. The Asteraceae is the second largest family in the Division Magnoliophyta, with some 1,100 genera and over 20,000 recognized species. Only the orchid family (Orchidaceae) is larger, with about 25,000 described species.
Plants in the family Asteraceae typically have one or both of two kinds of florets. The outer perimeter of a flower head like that of a sunflower is composed of florets possessing a long strap-like petal, termed a ligule; these are the ray florets. The inner portion of the flower head (or disc) is composed of small flowers with tubular corollas; these are the disc florets. The composition of asteraceous inflorescences varies from all ray flowers (like dandelions, genus Taraxacum) to all disc flowers (like pineapple weeds).
Symbolic Meaning of the Daisy Flower : Unfettered love and innocence; I’ll never tell
Dahlia flower types
July 11, 2008
The dahlia is the national flower of Mexico and this is also its birthplace. An old Aztec document states that the Aztecs used dahlias as a treatment for epilepsy. Only in the 19th century did the flower come to Europe where it was bred and cultivated into today’s varieties.
Definition: Any of several plants of or developed from the species Dahlia pinnata having tuberous roots and showy rayed variously colored flower heads.
Description: Dahlia is a genus of bushy, summer- and autumn-flowering, tuberous perennials that are originally from Mexico , where they are the national flower. In 1872 a box of Dahlia roots were sent from Mexico to the Netherlands . Only one plant survived the trip, but produced spectacular red flowers with pointed petals. Nurserymen bred from this plant, which was named Dahlia juarezii with parents of Dahlias discovered earlier and these are the progenitors of all modern Dahlia hybrids. Ever since, plant breeders have been actively breeding Dahlias to produce hundreds of cultivars, usually chosen for their stunning and brightly colored flowers. The dahlia is named after Swedish 18th-century botanist Anders Dahl.
Meanings of the Dahlia Flower : dignity, elegance
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