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10 Uses for Chamomile Flowers
Chamomile is a fragrant, daisy-like flower with many uses! The use of chamomile as a medicinal herb dates back to the ancient Egyptian days. It has an intoxicating apple fragrant that is sure to delight the senses! The German Camomile … Continue reading
Fun Flower Facts: Tigridia (Tiger Flower)
Tigridia, also known as tiger flower or shell flower, is a genus of about 30 bulbous plants that belong to the Iridaceae family, which includes the iris, crocosmia, crocus, and freesia. Many of the species are native to Mexico and … Continue reading
How to Grow an Orchid Cactus (Epiphyllum)
Is the orchid cactus an orchid or a cactus? The orchid cactus, also known as epiphyllum, is a cactus that blooms large, showy flowers that are just as beautiful and exotic-looking as orchids. Flowers come in bright vibrant colours like … Continue reading
Posted in Gardening, Gardening Tips, Houseplants
Tagged epiphyllum, gardening, gardening tips, houseplants, orchid cactus
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Tips for a Weed-Free Garden
For the most part, gardening is fun and rewarding! For many, the garden is a place for relaxation and peace! It’s such a joy to see beautiful flowers and luscious, green plants in the garden! That being said, a beautiful … Continue reading
10 Fun & Creative Ways to Reuse Vases
Vases aren’t just for flowers. They can be so much more! Vases come in so many different shapes, sizes, and colours! Many are works of art! Don’t let these beautiful containers sit on a shelf collecting dust, while you wait … Continue reading
Fun Flower Facts: Veronica (Speedwell)
Veronica isn’t just the name of a Archie’s on/off girlfriend; it’s also the name of an attractive plant known for its spikes of flowers that come in white, blue, pink and purple. There are over 500 different species in the … Continue reading
The Best Shade Loving Plants for Your Garden
Some like it hot. Some like it cool. Not all plants are created equal. Some plants do best in full-sun and others do thrive in the shade. Shade loving plants do best in cool conditions, avoiding direct sunlight. They are … Continue reading
Posted in Flower Varieties, Gardening, Gardening Tips
Tagged flowers, Garden, gardening tips, shade-loving flowers
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The History of the Kentucky Derby Garland of Roses
As we all know, red roses symbolize love and passion. But did you know that it can also represent victory? Thousands of visitors flock to Churchill Downs in Kentucky, Louisiana, USA each May not only to watch the famous horse … Continue reading
How to Divide Perennials
Dividing is the process of lifting an established, often crowded perennial out of the ground and creating smaller, more manageable plants. To keep your garden looking its best in the spring, large, dense perennials should be divided into smaller plants. … Continue reading
Posted in Gardening, Gardening Tips
Tagged gardening, gardening tips, how to divide perennials
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The Final Spalding Flower Parade
They say all good things must come to an end. For the town of Spalding in Lincolnshire,UK, a good thing has come to an end. 2013 is the last and final year for The Spalding Flower Parade. Due to the … Continue reading
Posted in Flowers in the News
Tagged flower parades, flowers, flowers in the news, spalding flower parade
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