by Heidi | Sep 13, 2021 | Articles, History of Flowers, Language of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
The aster, a cousin to the daisy is also known as the Michaelmas daisy, frost flower or Chinese Daisy. The botanical names are Aster, Callistephus, and the family aster is from is called Compositae. Asters are one of September’s flowers – the other being...
by Heidi | Jun 1, 2021 | Articles, History of Flowers, Love and Romance, Meaning of Flowers
June has been designated as National Rose Month as it is considered an ideal month for roses. Not only are they in season, but they are a popular choice for bridal decor, garden parties and more. Roses, their meanings, myths and other trivia are included in this...
by Heidi | Mar 29, 2021 | History of Flowers, Language of Flowers
Tulips – Perfect Love, Romance Family: Liliaceae The history of the Tulip is filled with intrigue, skulduggery, thievery, instant fortunes and broken hearts. And, although these flowers are synonymous with the Dutch, Tulips did not originate in the Netherlands nor...
by Heidi | Jan 16, 2021 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Meaning – symbolize love, magic, hope, and passion. Roses have a long and colorful history. They have been symbols of love, beauty, war, and politics. The rose is, according to fossil evidence, 35 million years old. In nature, the genus Rosa has some 150 species...
by Heidi | Dec 7, 2020 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Meaning – wishes of mirth and celebration. The Aztecs called poinsettias “Cuetlaxochitle.” During the 14th – 16th century the sap was used to control fevers and the bracts (modified leaves) were used to make a reddish dye. Montezuma, the last...
by Heidi | Oct 21, 2020 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
SUNFLOWER – Botanical name Helianthus Having sunflowers in your home is like bringing the sunshine indoors; they light up a place just by their presence. Their scientific name Helianthus comes from two Greek words, Helios meaning sun, and Anthos, meaning flower. The...
by Heidi | May 20, 2020 | Articles, Flower Care, History of Flowers, Holidays
A brief History of Memorial Day and Flowers “May we never forget our fallen comrades. Freedom isn’t free.” Sgt. Major Bill Paxton It is believed that Memorial Day (originally called Decoration Day) was chose as May 30, 1868, because flowers would be...
by Heidi | Apr 26, 2020 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Meanings – Love, Beauty, Refinement, Beautiful lady, Chinese symbol for many children Orchids have fascinated people since the beginning of time. For centuries they have served as symbols of love, beauty and luxury. They have been regarded as aphrodisiacs and...
by Heidi | Apr 21, 2020 | Articles, flowers, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Recently I started sharing on social media the history, meaning and messages that flowers share. Here are the first 36 of those flowers from A-D. They Include: Agapanthus, Allium, Alstromeria, Amaranthus, Anemone, Anthurrium, Apple Blossom, Aster, Babies Breath,...
by Heidi | Mar 16, 2020 | Articles, History of Flowers
Bells of Ireland come from the Labiatae (mint) family they have been used as aromatic herbs. Their botanical name is molucella laevis. Their meaning “Good Luck, Luck be With You, You will Have Good Luck” makes them a favorite flower for Saint...
by Heidi | Nov 9, 2019 | Articles, History of Flowers, Meaning of Flowers
Meaning: Fidelity Botanical name: Veronica officinalis Other common names: speedwell, bird’s eye, and gypsyweed. Rumor has it that Veronica was named in honor of St. Veronica. The name, derived from the Greek words phero (I bring) and nike (victory) and...
by Heidi | Oct 16, 2019 | History of Flowers, Holidays
“Every day I get up and look through the Forbes list of the richest people in America. If I’m not there, I go to work.” Bosses Days was the brainchild of Patricia Bays Haroski. She created the “holiday” in honor of her father whom...
