Posted: November 30th, 2009 | Filed under: Fun Flower Information | Comments Off
There are a huge variety of beautiful and unique flowers in the world its a shame that so many people always turn to the old mainstays such as roses, carnations and lilies. For those with more creative ideas, its possible to create unusual floral designs that are truly unique. Whether youre giving a floral gift or decorating for some special occasion, taking advantage of some of the more exotic flowers can add a special flair.
One easy way to differentiate a floral design is to experiment with different colors. When it comes to gifts or decorations, you commonly see colors like reds, whites, pinks and various pastel colors. Try experimenting with different colors like bright purples, greens or even gold and bronze hues. Thats not to suggest you should just randomly throw together different colors haphazard floral designs are not the same things as unusual floral designs.
The other obvious choice is to differentiate which flowers that you use in your arrangements. Avoid the common flowers like roses. A good rule of thumb might be to look down a list of flowers, and only consider the ones youve never heard of before. While the commonly used flowers have a well-deserved reputation for beauty, many other uncommonly seen blossoms possess an unexplored beauty. It may take awhile to find all the different flowers you need for unusual floral designs, but a nice side effect of this is that youll learn a lot, too.
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Posted: November 29th, 2009 | Filed under: Fun Flower Information | Comments Off
The number of different types of plants that exist in the world is simply staggering. When it comes to flowers, almost everyone is familiar with the more commonly seen species, such as roses, dandelions, and lilies. But what about the more unique flowers out there? Theres a wide range of different ones to explore some beautiful and exotic, and others quite the opposite.
Particular blossoms are most notable for the shape that theyre petals take. Take for example the grape hyacinth. Many people are familiar with the flowery stalks of the standard hyacinth plant. The grape hyacinth is quite different the common variety. Whereas the petals on most hyacinths spread outward, on a grape hyacinth they spread inward. These unique flowers end up looking like grapes on a stem since the petals fold in to form small circular shapes.
Another interesting variation on a fairly common flower is the bee orchid. While they share the same basic structure as your everyday orchid, bee orchids have a unique color pattern that resembles a female bee. The purpose of this is to attract male bees so that they will then pollinate other flowers. Bee orchids have a distinctive look you might not call it beautiful, but these flowers are certainly fascinating.
There are literally hundreds of other unique flowers out there, especially if you look at sources outside your immediate area. Some of the flowers that grow in the wilds of Africa or in rainforests will really blow your mind!
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Posted: November 28th, 2009 | Filed under: Fun Flower Information | Comments Off
Hawaii is a land of wondrous natural beauty. Its no wonder that so many people choose to take their vacations to this little piece of paradise. Part of the great atmosphere in Hawaii is provided by the many types of Hawaiian flowers there, which look quite exotic compared to what most people are used to. If your curious about the different blossoms that you might see in Hawaii, this article covers a few of the common ones.
Its almost a sure thing that at some point on a trip to Hawaii, you will receive a lei. A lei is a small wreath of flowers and other plants that are given as gifts at many celebrations. But what types of Hawaiian flowers are used in the making of a lei? The most common ones are plumeria, a delicate star-shaped blossom that is often pink or white. Another flower commonly used in leis is the lehua blossom, a bright flower with many soft needle-like petals.
Another flower you might come across in Hawaiis own state flower, the yellow hibiscus. This bright yellow blossom is also known as pua aloalo. The hibiscus is another flower with wide, soft pedals. Its also known for its alluring scent. While the hibiscus is the official state flower, each island of Hawaii has its own territorial flower, so youll be able to experience many different types of Hawaiian flowers as you travel from island to island.
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Posted: November 27th, 2009 | Filed under: Fun Flower Information | Comments Off
Finding truly blue flowers is actually somewhat rare. In fact, most blossoms that are considered blue are actually varying shades of purple. This makes finding out the actual types of blue flowers out there even more important, whether you need them for a garden or for planning a celebration. Blue is a color that symbolizes serenity, and is a useful offset for gardens or decorations that are over full with bright reds and oranges. Or, you can let blue be a dominant color for a more relaxing atmosphere.
If youre looking for genuine blue flowers, corydalis is a very fetching choice that sometimes appears in shades of beautiful sky blue. Its blossoms are long and bell-shaped, and the ends of the petals have a unique flapped shape. Other types of blue flowers might include aquilegia or the columbine. The latter comes in a variety of violet shades as well as blue, so you want to choose carefully. Either way, its particular pattern of petals is wonderful to look at. Columbine tends toward lighter shades. It, too, has a special petal pattern that really stands out among other flowers.
There are many other blue hued flowers out there, even if theyre not as common as their counterparts in red, yellow or pink. It can be useful to be familiar with the various types of blue flowers, since its such a great balancing color. With a little searching, you can find the perfect blue blossoms to match your garden or decorating project.
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Posted: November 26th, 2009 | Filed under: Fun Flower Information | Comments Off
Planting a flower garden can be tough and confusing work. Fortunately, there are few things more rewarding than a beautiful garden. However, if you want to try your hand at gardening, you need to understand some important concepts about flowers. For example, you need to understand the difference between annuals and perennials. You should also learn about the different types of annual flowers, as well as the various perennials.
An annual flower is one that only grows once before it dies off and must be replanted. Perennials, on the other hand, will last for several seasons before they need to be renewed. Keep in mind though that both types of plants dont last terribly long. While you dont have to replant perennials year to year, they still die quickly. In addition, perennials dont always bloom in the first year. You should pay attention to when each flower is intended to grow, as many types of annual flowers grow and die within just a few weeks. If you dont plan it carefully, your garden might be half-full of dead plants before others even start to grow.
There are some other variations on these broad categories. For instance, there are certain flowers called half hearty annuals. These plants are perennials that can be grown as annuals in harsher, colder climates. As you can see, there are a few different types of annual flowers and perennial flowers that need to be researched before you start planting.
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