Sunflowers are a large flower that can grow to up to a meter in height and produces one large flower. However, when looking closely at this large flower it is visible that the head of the plant is composed of many flowers clustered together. The outer flowers are called florets … [Read more...]
How to Grow to Petunias
Petunias come in three main types known as grandifloras, multifloras, and millifloras. All three kinds are easy to grow and come in almost every color, making them perfect for any garden. The grandifloras produce the largest blossoms of the three kinds with a diameter of up to … [Read more...]
How to Grow Marigold Flowers
Marigold flowers are a quick growing flower that have vibrantly colored flowers that are known to attract butterflies and other pollinators. With over fifty-six species the plant can grow up to two meters tall with the flower head being around 4-6cm in diameter. The plant has … [Read more...]
How to Grow Impatiens
Impatiens have about one thousand species and are sometimes known as jewelweeds or touch-me-nots. Most impatiens are less than half a meter tall but there are several species that have been known to grow up to two meters. The leaves of these plants are shiny and a special coating … [Read more...]
Pro Tips from Florists to Make Your Arranged Flowers Last Longer
by Matt Gibson Florists depend on your lack of knowledge about flower arrangements in order to make a living. If you knew all of their secrets, you could save yourself quite a bit of change when you find yourself in need of a nice arrangement for a friend who could use a … [Read more...]