Cue in Build Me Up, Buttercup by The Foundations – so build me up, Buttercup doesn’t break my heart! If you love wildflowers, then the buttercup is the one for you. If this doesn’t ring a bell yet, this floral name is actually also associated with one of the famous animated characters from the PowerPuff … Read more
Plumerias are easily recognized as the flowers decorated alongside hibiscus flowers in traditional Hawaiian making leis. Or perhaps even remember its powerful fragrance in some lines of cologne and perfume like the jasmine flowers! These blossoms beam with beautiful colors and a delicate fragrance that will make a great addition to your already lovely garden … Read more
When you think about the name lilac, you would first think of the beautiful lilac color – somewhat like a lighter shade of purple. It has the same name as the color but it doesn’t make it less of a floral beauty. But did you know that lilacs are not just pretty flowers? They have … Read more
The blossoming dogwood tree sounds like a very uncommon yet intriguing flower. Unlike other flora of the world, it doesn’t sound so appealing or attractive! But try not to be too hasty with judging its name because these flowers are in fact quite beautiful in bloom. The meaning and symbolism behind dogwood flowers have to … Read more
Wisterias are the type of flowers you imagine dazzling down in clusters from up high a tree or wall. Imagine yourself daydreaming of a fairytale with lights glowing and suddenly, the climbing vines of wisterias begin gleaming and dancing with the soft breeze of the cool wind. Ah, the beauty and wonder of these beautiful … Read more
Alcea rosea is commonly known as hollyhocks and are lovely flowering plants belonging to the genus Alcea. They are part of the Malvaceae family, which also contains Mallows and Hibiscus, and are classified as biennials, or short-lived perennials. However, they readily self-seed so they can persist for years in the garden. Hollyhocks are hugely popular … Read more
Dahlias are part of the genus Dahlia which is within the same family as daisies, the Asteraceae family. There are roughly 40 species in the genus, 6 of which have been extensively bred as garden ornamentals and as cut flowers. Dahlias are originally from mountainous regions in Mexico and Guatemala, where they were first discovered … Read more
The daylilies are not the same as the lilies you think these are! Although both show mesmerizing beauty and distinct floral resemblance, the two actually belong to different families! In the language of flowers, the daylilies also behold an amazing flower meaning and symbolism. Take a closer look at how these flowers bloom and it … Read more
Papaveraceae, also known as the Poppy family, contains 44 genera and 825 species. The name “poppy” is given to any flowering plant in this family, but some of the most well-known poppies belong to the genus Papaver. Other notable poppies include the California Poppy which belongs to the genus Eschscholzia and is native to the … Read more
Sweet peas, also called Lathyrus odoratus, are wonderful annual plants that are a top choice among gardeners. The genus Lathyrus contains around 160 species, and is part of the Fabaceae family along with edible peas! They are mostly climbing vines, but some are dwarf varieties that grow as bushy mounds, which makes them perfect for … Read more