Passionflowers are known for their exquisite flowers and delicious fruits, but these plants have more to offer than good looks and taste. Both the fruits, flowers, and vegetation of the passionflower plant provide numerous uses and benefits. This plant can help improve sleep, provide food for caterpillars, and relax restless minds. Want to know more? Stick with us as we…
Flowers are like miracles that grow out of the ground on delicate green stems. They hail the coming of spring and also remind us that life is sometimes short and always precious due to their short lifespans. It might be said that we’d stop and smell the flowers more if we were reminded that flowers spend only a couple of…
While most orchids are known for their large, colorful flowers, jewel orchids stand out with their stunning leaves. I love that these leaves are velvety in texture and have veins that create stripes and patterns. In this guide, I’ll share my go-to tips for Jewel Orchid care at home for optimal growth and plant health throughout the year. Jewel Orchid…
You may pass by Hawthorn shrubs daily and not even know it. Despite isolated native ranges, Hawthorn varieties are widely naturalized and are often used as park or landscaping plants because of their durability and beauty. It produces both charming white flowers and bright red fruits that offer a lot of symbolism along with more practical benefits. In this guide,…
There are few fruits or flowers in the world that have as much symbolism behind them as the Pomegranate. The Pomegranate Blossom, in particular, has been a famous symbol for centuries among the cultures where the tree grew. In addition to producing a beautiful flower, the Pomegranate is grown for its fruits and used as a food source or juice…
Bold and eye-catching cluster blossoms are rare enough in nature to deserve a place of honor in the bouquet or garden. The Agapanthus definitely fits the bill with its ball-shaped clusters of starry flowers. If you’re looking for a flower rich with symbolism to add layers of meaning to your next floral arrangement, you’ve found the right blossom. In this…
Whether it’s through birthstones or Zodiac signs, our birth month may even determine aspects of our personality. This also extends to birth month flowers, with each month linked to two corresponding birth flowers. It’s thought that the practice started in Roman times because the Romans were one of the earliest societies to celebrate birthdays. In this article, we’ll guide you…
The hardy, beautiful azalea is a mainstay in gardens across the world. In this guide, I’ll take you through everything you need to know about Azalea flower meaning and symbolism, their history and origins, uses and benefits, and cultural significance around the world today. Azalea Flower Meaning – Key Takeaways In the language of flowers, Azaleas carry the symbolic meaning…
Take one look at monkey orchids, and you’ll have no question about the meaning behind their names. Their flowers resemble a monkey’s face! While these plants are a delight to look at, they’re a bit tricky to properly care for. In this guide, I’ll take you through everything you need to know about successfully growing and nurturing Monkey Face Orchids…
If you want to try growing orchids at home, Phalaenopsis orchids (Phalaenopsis spp.) are one of my favorite choices. Also commonly known as ‘Moth Orchids,’ these plants are easy to care for and produce gorgeous blooms. Plus, there are 50+ species and hybrids you can choose from. In this guide, I’ll run through my essential Phalaenopsis orchid care tips at…
Poppies produce papery, cup-shaped flowers in various colors, from the traditional red remembrance poppy to the sunny yellow-orange California poppy. In this guide, I’ll take you through everything you need to know about poppy flower meaning and symbolism, their rich history and origins, and cultural significance around the world. Poppy Flower Meaning – Key Takeaways The poppy flower is an…
Not to be confused with the Crepe Myrtle, the true Myrtle flower (Myrtus) is a charming genus of flowering plants rich in history and symbolism. Much of Myrtle’s symbolism is drawn from its years of medicinal and food use. However, it’s also an excellent landscaping plant and provides blooms, foliage, and berries for cut flower arrangements. In this guide, I’ll…
Most people have stopped to admire a Morning Glory’s bright colors and twining growth. These flowering plants are so widely spread that they’re considered noxious weeds in some areas. As long as they’re handled cautiously, these symbols of enduring love and care are great for planting in containers or around entryways. In this guide, I’ll run through everything you need…
Salvias, also known as sages, bloom abundantly and look great in almost every landscape. These showy plants are easy to grow and are also incredibly versatile. In this guide, I’ll run through everything you need to know about Saliva flower meaning and symbolism, their rich history origin, popular types, and uses, plus a few essential tips for gifting and caring…
If you’re looking for a carefree houseplant that’s easy to grow and looks great year-round, don’t pass up the kalanchoe. The most commonly grown species, Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, is a tropical succulent with bright pink, red, yellow, and coral-hued blossoms. In addition to their ornamental value, Kalanchoe is rich in meaning and symbolism and is culturally significant worldwide. The Meaning and…
If you’re looking for a flower that offers deep symbolism, sends a meaningful message, and has a stunning appearance, the Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia spp.) might be the perfect choice. With its multi-colored sepals and petals atop a beak-like spathe, this South African native indeed resembles a striking bird. It also carries meanings such as joy, freedom, success, excellence, royalty,…
Whether you happen to be a botanist, florist, gardener, green thumb, or an admirer of nature, you surely love flowers and have a deep appreciation for the diversity of the hundreds of thousands of species – and countless hybrids and cultivars – growing around the world. With such immense diversity, discovering your favorite blooms can be a challenge. So, we’re…
Few plants have such a distinctive scent and growth pattern as Rosemary. Once only found in the Mediterranean area where it’s native, now it’s grown around the world for both culinary use and its attractive needle-leaved appearance. You’ll find many homes in warmer climates feature a bush of this plant by the front door for its symbolism. Of course, you’ll…
The Gladiolus Flower is a perennial flowering plant known for its impressive tall spikes of blooms. No wonder it’s a florist favorite – its vivid and cheerful pink, orange, yellow, purple, and white hues add instant charm to any bouquet. In this guide, I’ll take you through everything you need to know about gladiolus flower meaning and symbolism, their history,…
With its creamy white blossoms that bloom only at night, it’s easy to see why the moonflower (Ipomoea alba) is soo rich in meaning and symbolism. It has long been associated with romance, mystery, and dreams. These captivating flowers — a species of morning glory vine — make a unique addition to the garden, opening at dusk and closing again…
Relatively few people are familiar with the fluffy white puffs of cotton that form on the plant, and even fewer have seen a Cotton Flower. Yet the Cotton Flower is quite striking and has its own rich history of symbolism and meaning. Not to be confused with the blossom of the Cotton Tree or Cottongrass, the Cotton Flower is what…
Larkspur is an annual or perennial flower in the (Ranunculaceae) or buttercup family. These lovely flowers showcase a range of colors from white, yellow, pink, and red to shades of blue and purple. Here we’ll take you through everything you need to know about Larkspur flower meaning and symbolism, their history and origins, uses and benefits, and essential tips for…
Lady’s slipper orchids (Cypripedioideae) remain a top choice among orchid enthusiasts and collectors. This orchid is hard to find and quite challenging to grow, but its exquisite flowers make every effort worthwhile. Our guide covers everything you need to know about this one-of-a-kind orchid type. Read on to learn about the lady’s slipper orchid’s meaning, symbolism, uses, origins, and popular…
With their glossy, serrated leaves and bright berries, holly (Ilex ssp.) stands out as an iconic ornamental plant. The plant’s fruits and foliage symbolize the winter season and the Christmas holidays. Holly also boasts culinary and medicinal properties; leaves can be used to brew tea, while some traditional medicines use holly berries as purgatives. In this guide, I’ll explore the…
Anniversary Flowers play an integral role in recognizing life’s special moments. From weddings, birthdays, celebrations, romantic gestures, and sympathy notes to simple gestures of thanks and appreciation, a floral arrangement can convey many meanings and sentiments. Anniversary flowers hold an exceptional significance and symbolism that’s evolved to serve as a unique identifier for a particular landmark occasion. Be it your…
Beautiful Apple Blossoms symbolize early spring, but they carry more meaning than that. The flowers are enjoyed for their striking appearance worldwide, even though the trees only produce fruit reliably in a limited range of climate zones. Whether you have a flowering Apple in your yard that you appreciate each spring or you want to know more about using these…
Trailing Arbutus isn’t part of the widespread Arbutus genus but is known as Epigaea repens. It’s widely popular despite being a delicate wildflower native to North America. Not to be confused with the shrubs such as the Strawberry Tree that make up the Arbutus genus, this flowering plant is low-growing and takes up little space in a forested landscape. There…
Many Apricot blossoms are simply the flowers that form before the fruit that shares the name. Other trees only produce flowers, making them a potent source of cute spring blossoms easily added to all sorts of bouquets. No matter what kind of Apricot blossom you’re admiring, you should know that there is a deep well of symbolism and meaning behind…
Burdocks, with their sticky, hooked seed burs, are famously known for inspiring the invention of Velcro. In addition to this fun trivia, burdock flowers have a rich meaning and symbolic history and place in cultural traditions worldwide. Burdock Flower Meaning and Symbolism Etymology The genus name Arctium comes from the Latin word meaning narrow. This is possibly a reference to…