Archive for July, 2009
Colours of Flowers Predicting Evolution
The genes responsible for the changes in colour among flowers have been discovered by a group of scientists at OC Santa Barbara. This area of research was started in the ...
Take the Time to Explore the Manhattan Flower District
The Manhattan flower district is found off West 28th street and takes about a whole block. High real estate prices and the construction of condominiums have actually taken down the ...
Lilacs that Bloom all Summer Long
If you are looking for lilac blooms that last and last, your dreams have just come true.
There is a new variety of lilac called Josee and according to experts it ...
Making Hydrangeas Last Longer
Hydrangeas are at their blooming peak at this time of year, there are many types from tiny to large with mop-like heads, but they have their beauty in common.
Drying any ...
Conditioning Cut Flowers to Last Longer
Freshly cut flowers from the garden are a beautiful addition to any room. However, the problem with these flowers is that they fade far too quickly. But a bit of ...
Blanket Flowers for Both the Wild and the Garden
The Blanket Flower is a fairly well-know flower in Southern Canada and the Western and Northern United States. It is not difficult to identify this flower.
Its scientific name is Gaillardia ...
Londoner’s Desperate for Allotment Space Can Adopt a Pensioner’s Garden!
Wandsworth Council and Age Concern have today announced their new initiative for the 1,500 people on a waiting list for a garden allotment.
Londoner’s will be able to sign up to ...
African Flower Exhibit
African flowering backyard flowers will be on display at the North Carolina Zoo through the entire month of July. Both flowers and houseplants of African origin will be on placed ...
Flower Arranging Classes in London!
So the summer’s here! Family is visiting, friends are coming around for barbecues and things are busy in the house hold.
Livening the house up can be tricky, especially in tough ...
Taking care of your plants and flowers in hot weather!
When heatwaves hit the UK, a lot of us are shocked at how hot it can actually become! To combat the heat, most of us need to increase our water ...
