Tag Archives: Cut Flowers

Learn How to Create a Spring Flower Arrangements

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

Spring is in the air! The landscape is alive with the sights and sounds of the new season. The sky is clear blue. Trees are sprouting green. Birds are chirping. It’s a wonderful time of the year, especially for those … Continue reading →

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Fun Flower Facts: Zinnia

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

Zinnias are brightly coloured flowers belonging to the Asteraceae family, where other members include asters, daisies, and sunflowers. Flowers vary in size, with diameters ranging from one inch to seven inches. They also vary in form; they might have a … Continue reading →

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Please tell me what a Spring Bouquet is?

Posted on June 4, 2012 by

In Canada and the rest of the northern hemisphere, the first day of the spring season was March 20. The last day is June 19. Many people like to order “spring bouquets” not only when spring seems to be around … Continue reading →

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The Ever Popular Peony

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

Peonies symbolizes nobility, value and peace; however, they can also signify shame. The name originates from Greek mythology- Paeon was a bright student learning under the god Asclepius. Zeus turned Paeon into a flower to save him from the jealous … Continue reading →

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Mistletoe, a Christmas Kissing Tradition

Posted on December 20, 2011 by

In ancient times, Celtic Druids believed that Mistletoe was a holy plant because it rooted closer to heaven than any other plant. Its evergreen leaves symbolized the promise of spring’s return. In Scandinavian mythology, Mistletoe was a symbol of peace. … Continue reading →

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Larkspur

Posted on November 30, 2011 by

Symbolizes levity or lightness and can also be indicative of fickleness and haughtiness. Larkspurs were, in the past, classified as a species in the genus Delphinium, but today they constitute a genus of their own, Consolida (con-SAW-li-da). Larkspur florets, which … Continue reading →

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Love-Lies-Bleeding (Amaranthus caudatus)

Posted on November 15, 2011 by

Amaranthus, more commonly known as Love Lies Bleeding, Tassel Flower, Velvet Flower or Joseph’s Coat, is from the family of Amaranthaceae; also commonly known as the pigweed family, especially in the Americas and Africa. The genus Amaranthus includes several widely … Continue reading →

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Fun Flower Facts: The Elegant Iris

Posted on November 3, 2011 by

The Iris symbolizes eloquence. Purple irises =  wisdom and compliments; Blue =  faith and hope. Yellow = passion;   white =  purity. Birth Month: February From ancient times, the stately Iris stood as a symbol of power and majesty. This … Continue reading →

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The Ever-Popular Baby’s Breath

Posted on October 28, 2011 by

Commonly called Gypsophilia or Baby’s Breath, this species of Gypsophilia originated in the Mediterranean and Eastern Europe. Many tiny flowers are produced on branched stems giving a delicate, lacy, snowflake appearance. Baby’s Breath is available in either pink or white … Continue reading →

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Ranunculus Radiates Charm

Posted on October 13, 2011 by

Symbolizes radiant charm and can convey a message that you are radiant with charm or you are attractive. Ranunculus is a large genus of about 600 species of plants in the Ranunculaceae family. Members of this genus include the buttercup, … Continue reading →

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