American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days March 10-12

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The American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days, which will take place this year in Telluride on March 10-12 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Alpine Bank lobby located at 120 S. Pine St.

Ellerslie International Flower Show From March11.

The Press

Head for the Ellerslie International Flower Show tomorrow morning because Christchurch's weather will turn downright nasty in the afternoon.

Indiana Flower & Patio Show, March 13-21

indystar

the Indiana Flower & Patio Show, March 13-21 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, West Pavilion, a total of 1000 guests will walk away with their very own "Original Garden Show Bag."

Christchurch Botanic Gardens Wins Supreme Ellerslie Award

Voxy

The Christchurch Botanic Gardens has won the Judges Supreme Award at this year's Ellerslie International Flower Show with a garden of fungi, mould and lichen.

Flowers business flourishing in Kashmir

sify news

With the onset of spring season, the demand for flowers has increased manifold in Srinagar.

Gaza Exports More Flowers to Europe, Receives Tons of Aid

israelnationalnews

Gaza exported more flowers to Europe last week, while receiving nearly 14,000 tons of humanitarian aid through Israel via the various crossings. Business owners in the region shipped out eight truckloads of carnations to be sold in the European market.

Peace Plant

By Lisa: What info have you for the green (house) plant called "Peace plant" - as - to light, water, feeding? This one has 5 blooms coming - would love to keep it alive

Answer By The Flower Expert: Peace Lily - Spathiphyllum

Water: Peace lily needs heavy watering, allowing the plant to dry out in between waterings. If the plant leaf droops, then water the plant, its the indication.

Light: The plant needs low lighted areas, and not in direct sunlight.

Feeding: You can fertilize with balanced blend mixed ½-strength.

Gambia gets $8 million agric production support

Today

The Gambia has signed a grant agreement of US$8 million with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to improve the production and marketability of livestock and horticulture products, in a project which specifically targets rural women and youth nationwide.

Mullion Spring Flower Show from March 13.

falmouthpacket.

Gardening enthusiasts, brilliant bakers and anyone keen on crafts can enter Mullion Spring Show this Saturday.

Chicago Flower & Garden Show from March 14.

abclocal

The Chicago Flower & Garden Show -- the Midwest's horticulture and landscape showcase -- will again cultivate excitement and enthrall crowds when it returns to Navy Pier on Chicago's lakefront!

Gardening workshops planned in Nespelem, Omak

MM Times

People can learn about growing their own food in free gardening workshop series in Nespelem and Omak.

A New Gardening Reference Book with a Humorous and Culinary Twist

industrytoday.

Ever wondered if a gardening reference book could make you laugh? Want to know how to grow roses like the pro's? Want the opportunity to test out your culinary skills on some pretty yummy and exotic recipes with roses?

42m date palms planted in UAE

Trade Arabia

About 42 million date palms were planted in the UAE, as part of continual efforts to increase productivity in order to make better use of the date palm industry and to produce an agricultural leap that will change the face of the desert.

Spring has sprung but where are all the daffodils?

BBC News

Bright yellow daffodils growing by the roadside are a welcome sight at this time of year, signalling the end of the bleak winter months and the start of spring.

Orchid day to promote breast cancer awareness

mmail

Known for its strength and resilience, it is no wonder the orchid flower was chosen to signify women of all ages at risk of being afflicted with breast cancer.

Demand for flowers on International Women's Day in Latvia is a bit lower in 2010

baltic-course

Demand for cut flowers on International Women's Day 2010 in Latvia is lower than in 2009, but men are still striving to bring joy to the women in their lives, according to flower sellers polled by the business portal Nozare.lv.

Carnation Plants

By Becky Money: I have two carnation plants growing within about 5 feet of each other with about the same light, soil and water. One is blooming and the other is not. The one not blooming has become more of a ground cover and is growing well. The one blooming is not expanding much but is putting out beautiful flowers. How can I get the one not blooming to bloom?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Carnations should be fed lightly every 6 to 8 weeks with an all-purpose (10-10-10) liquid fertilizer to the plant thats not blooming and see the difference.

Marigold Plants

By Roberta Volante: Something is eating the leaves on our marigold plants. Stripping !

what could we use to stop that?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Probably they might be some gold colored bug that looks exactly like a ladybug.

Try an insecticidal soap.

Be sure to spray the underside of the leaves.

Tulips

By Dave Sharpe: I was wondering if you could tell me the average days till flowering of tulips from planting day.

Answer By The Flower Expert: If tulips are planted in october like 1 st october, they would come to bloom in and around april.

Usually in october, but in warmer climates planting should be delayed until Thanksgiving or even later.

Red Oleandear Flowers

By Chandra shekhar: Are theyre any red oleandear flowers they come in red color.?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Yes, there are flowers, red oleandear flowers they come in red color.

Moringa oleifera tree provides low-cost water purification method for developing world

dnaindia

A low-cost water purification technique that uses seeds from a tree found in Asian countries like India could help drastically reduce the incidence of waterborne disease in the developing world.

Taiwan International Orchid Show 2010 to open Saturday, March 6.

focustaiwan

The Taiwan International Orchid Show 2010 will run March 6-15 in Houbi township, in southern Taiwan's Tainan County, with over 3,000 orchid varieties on display, organizers said Thursday.

Orchids Festival in Tallinn from March 6 to March 14

estonianfreepress

Tallinn botanical garden celebrates the end of the winter with an exclusive exhibition all dedicated to the fascinating world of orchids.

2010 Chicago Flower & Garden Show March 6-14.

abclocal

Some three dozen of Chicago's top-notch chefs are sharpening their knives and packing their toques for the 2010 Chicago Flower & Garden Show that opens this weekend on Navy Pier.

Maryland Home and Garden Show March 6-14.

citypaper

With plant and garden, home and green tips, demos, new products, and celebrities from the world of home improvement, plus local wines. March 6-14.

Floriculture in Himachal Pradesh generates an economy of 28 crore annually

nvonews

The growing of flowers is no more the domain of plain areas only. The hilly State of Himachal Pradesh has been bustling with the fragrance of flowers and the State has emerged as a pioneer in the cultivation of flowers during the last about a decade.

Royal Horticultural Society to work more closely with Horticultural Trade Association

Horticulture Week

The RHS looks set to become more actively engaged in informing policy debates after a meeting with the HTA in which the groups agreed to work more closely together.

Indian Farmers Disappointed over Early Flowering of Fruit

english.ntdtv

Less snowfall is spelling trouble for stone fruit farmers in India's northern state of Himachal Pradesh.

Flower association formed to fight imports

MM Times

THE battle of the flowers is on. Spurred by imports of blooms from Thailand and China, Myanmar growers want to increase market share for home-grown flowers, and export them overseas as well.

Calla Lilies

By Shirley: I planted Calla Lilies for the first time this year. The flower tubes are now closed but there are green like balls inside the tubes. Are these the bulbs? and do I cut them and save them for planting next year?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Those green ball like thing develop into pods containing seeds in them after maturity.

When the seed pod of Calla lily matures, it should turn yellow and become soft and mushy.

This can take several months. They are usually ready in the fall.

If you pick it before it matures the seeds will not be viable. You can remove the seeds by pinching or squishing each berry between your fingers which can hold 1-5 sticky seeds.

These seeds can be planted after refrigeration.

Blue Iris

By Herman: Can a bouquet of Blue Iris be dried and preserved, if so how?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Drying of Iris

Iris flower can be dried and made into dried flower bouquets or arrangements.

Iris flowers are dried by freeze drying. The flowers after cutting are hydrated and treated with a specific solution. They are treated with a protective coating which combats the effects of humidity and sunlight. They are then freezed for about 14 days in a freeze dry machine. The machine slowly extracts moisture from fresh flowers at extremely low temperatures. Moisture leaves the flowers in shape and its size intact. Each flower is then sealed with a post treatment to protect them from fading and re-absorbing moisture.

Horticultural Society of Pakistan Annual Flower Show from March 4.

The News

Fifty ninth yearly ornamental and aesthetic floral festival, popularly known as flower show, will commence from 4th of March at the spacious park on Sea View promenade.

Busy garden club's flower show is Friday March 5.

northeast2.tbo

The Temple Terrace Garden Club starting with its flower show Friday. The event is from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Woodmont Clubhouse, 415 Woodmont Drive. It will include music and refreshments.

Whatcom County Home & Garden Show opens Friday, March 5.

bellinghamherald

Whatcom County Home & Garden Show will be open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, March 5; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Orchid weekend set to be held at garden centre near Burnham from March 6.

burnham-on-sea

COLOURFUL blooms will go on show when a garden centre near Burnham-On-Sea holds its annual Orchid Weekend this weekend (March 6th and 7th).

Dubai gets greener by 27 million plants in 2009

AME info

Twenty seven million flowering plants were planted throughout Dubai in 2009 meaning the Emirate is getting greener every year according to Dubai Municipality a week before the start of IPM Dubai 2010, the Middle East's only event dedicated to the horticultural industry.

Horticulture Australia Council to be restructured

ABC Rural

The fruit and vegetable industry's peak body has avoided the threat of being disbanded, at least for the time being.

Numerous questions sprout with early spring

THE NEWS TRIBUNE

The month of March is acting like an overachiever this year with forsythia, bulbs, roses and lots of other eager plants performing in a spring show that deserves a standing ovation.

Using waste water to grow rose flowers

Daily Nation

A new technology of growing flowers could be the solution to pollution that is threatening to wipe out Lake Naivasha.

Sunflower

By Sarah: I WANT TO KNOW WHAT WILL MAKE A SUNFLOWER SUCKER OUT. MY SUNFLOWER HAS 12-14 HEADS ON 1 PLANT

Answer By The Flower Expert: Suckers are the side shoots or underground runners that are generated at the base of trees, shrubs or other plants.

You can trim off suckers when you see them, by just pulling them off by hand.

But if suckers are allowed to grow from the grafted root, the energy from the root goes into producing the inferior base plant?s growth and the grafted plant you want to grow will be deprived of the strength it needs.

So, it is better to remove suckers when when grown.

Iris

By Lisa: After Iris have flowered, do you cut only the stalks, or the stalks and leaves and how far from the soil?

When do you separate the plants.?

Answer By The Flower Expert: You can cut Iris flower stalks back to an inch or two above the rhizome to prevent seed formation.

Iris after 3 to 5 years generally become crowded and should be divided. Iris can be divided any time, usually 4 to 6weeks after the flowering period.

Milton Agricultural and Horticultural Show from March 5

ABC Illawarra

The Milton Agricultural and Horticultural Show is starting from 05 March to 06 March 2010.

Flower Mound Library hosts gardening program from March 3

lewisvilleblog

The Flower Mound Public Library will host the 2010 Denton County Master Gardener Association Spring Series. The program begins at 7 p.m. Wednesday (March 3) and will continue at the same time on the following Wednesdays: March 10, March 24, March 31 and April 7.

Flowers2Nikolaev.com Introduces Special Pricing on Flowers

i-newswire

Women's Day is almost here and Flowers2Nikolaev.com is looking to celebrate it by offering discounts on flowers, particularly flowers that you could send to Nikolaev. The promo will be running until March 10, 2010.

Steve Bozzo, CIO of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R), Wins Global Award for ITIL(R) Case Study of the Year at the 2010 Pink Elephant Conference

marketwatch

Steve Bozzo, CIO of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC. (FLWS), the world's leading florist and gift shop, was selected by the attendees here at this year's Pink Elephant 14th Annual IT Service Management (ITSM) Conference & Exhibition as global award winner of the prestigious ITIL(R) Case Study of the Year.

Orchid House opened at Nandankanan Zoo, Bhubaneswar

expressbuzz

In Orissa, 130 species of orchids have been documented till now and there will be a separate section on it in the Orchid House which has been set up at a cost of Rs 37 lakh under the State Plan Fund.

Sweet Pea Seeds

By Margaret: Can I sow sweet pea seeds in July?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Normally sweet pea seeds are sown in the fall, but if you miss, sow seeds in mid-January or February but not in July.

Iris

By Sue: What causes the sword-like leaves to turn brown on the Iris?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Brown on iris leaves can be any of several things. Leaf browning tips is normal as the season progresses. If the leaves in the center of the fan are turning brown while the outside leaves are not, that's a sign of trouble. Could be borers, could be rot.

Deadhead a Plant

By Steve Lindenmuth: What does it mean to deadhead a plant?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Deadheading means pinching or cutting back old flowers to encourage continuous bloom.

Irises and Daisies

By Anita Stoner: When should the stems of Irises and Daisies be cut off, and how close to the ground?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Deadhead the spent gerbera daisy flowers by cutting them off close to the crown.

The spent Iris blooms should be cut off at the stem below the flower. The part of the iris that bloomed, will no longer produce blooms. Instead, There will be two new plants on either side of it, that will bloom during their second year.

Queen Creek's Annual Garden Show on Feb. 27

eastvalleytribune

The Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 27 at the Queen Creek Library, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road.

Queensland International Orchid Fair from Feb. 27 at Bray Park

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ORCHID fans from as far away as New Zealand and Taiwan converge on Pine Rivers PCYC this weekend for the annual Queensland International Orchid Fair. Water Orchids Nursery from Taiwan joins 25 Australian vendors, including Brighton Orchids from Narangba, for the event tomorrow (8am-4pm) and Sunday (8am-3pm).

1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R) Teams with Howcast for Online Video Campaign

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1-800-FLOWERS.COM, the world's largest florist and online gift shop, is using Howcast's technology and online video expertise, to provide quick and easy answers to commonly asked customer questions, further enhancing the shopping experience on www.1800flowers.com.

Daffodil Days order deadline extended

siouxcityjournal

The new deadline to order daffodils for the American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days fundraiser is March 4.

Texas Expecting an Abundant Array of Wildflowers

abcnews

Texas should have a colorful spring, with recent rains bringing an abundance of wildflowers and blooms already popping up, experts say.

Zinnia Flower

By Donna: Wondering how to remove dead flower heads on a zinnea, do I pick the flower from the top or take it down to the stem?

Answer By The Flower Expert: You should cut individual Zinnia flower stalks to first leaves to promote branching and reblooming.

Calendula

By Lisa: Identify the flower? Can it be grown in containers.

Answer By The Flower Expert: They are looking like Orange - Calendula (Pot Marigold).

It grows well in containers and is a good companion plant.

Punjab Agricultural University to train on flower production

timesofindia

Punjab Agricultural University would organize training on cut-flower production and management for horticulture development officers (HDOs), district extension specialists (DESs) and teachers of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) on February 25-26.

Haryana's Horticulture Crop Reaches To 5.5 Million Tonnes

bloombergutv

The area under Horticulture crops in Haryana has reached to about 5.55 per cent of the total cropped area of the State as a result of the State government's drive to motivate the farmers to grow Horticulture crops in place of traditional ones.

Filoli Gardens "Daffodil Daydreams" Show from Feb. 26

almanacnews

Filoli is hosting "Daffodil Daydreams" from Friday, Feb. 26, through Sunday, Feb. 28, to mark the official opening of its 2010 season.

Miami International Orchid Show from Feb. 26

miamiherald

The 64th Miami International Orchid Show and Tropical Plant Extravaganza in the Doubletree Miami Mart Convention Center, 777 NW 72nd Ave., near Miami, from Friday through Sunday.

BC Cancer Society selling daffodils

Dl-Online

A new season of hope is arriving in Becker County, thanks to the American Cancer Society Daffodil Days.

Agapanthus

By Verna Bonnette: I live in south central Louisiana; can Agapanthas be planted in areas with evening hot sun or are they shade plants only?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Agapanthus are shaded plants.

Place your Agapanthus in such a way that it gets full sun as well as shade of few hours.

Marigolds

By Ellen: I WAS TOLD TO PLANT MARIGOLDS NEAR MY DOORS BECAUSE I HAVE SUCH A MOSQUITO PROBLEM WHEN MY MANGO TREE IS PRODUCING? IS IT TRUE MARIGOLDS WILL DETER THE MOSQUITOS FROM THE AREA?

Answer By The Flower Expert: We do not know about marigolds, but three is a plant called Pelargonium citronella - or the Mosquito plant which is believed to have some effects provided the plant must be shaken by the winds to distribute the citronelle fragrance and also a plant that looks like the lemon grass.

Lilies

By Josette Frydman-Kohl: Does this flower have a strong scent? I have allergies and cannot tolerate plants (or any perfume, etc) with a strong scent. I know that I cannot tolerate orange lilies (don't know name of plant). My son's fiance wants calla lilies for table arrangement. I don't know if I will be able to tolerate them.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Lilies are some of the more dangerous flowers for allergy sufferers, as parts of them are covered in powdery orange pollen.

orange Tiger lily, Roses flowers

Another great choice for the allergy sufferer is roses. Roses are some of the most beautiful and elegant flower you can find, and fortunately for allergy sufferers

Zinnia

By Daisy: I have three zinnia's that I planted in my flower bed. They are approximately 2 feet high and the flowers are beautiful. My questions is if I cut them, will the plant produce more flowers. It looks like more flowers coming on the stock, but I don't know if I should cut the flowers so it will produce more flowers. Also I live in Tracy, California the central valley and can I plant more seeds now in July will I have enough time for them to grow and produce flowers..

Answer By The Flower Expert: It is said that,

You can cut a zinnia back to a low point, and then repeatly pinch out the new growing points after a few leaves develop.

You can create a pretty bushy low growing bush, similar to a florist mum.

Chandigarh prepares for rose festival on Feb. 26

timesofindia

CHANDIGARH city is smelling of roses as it prepares for the three-day Rose Festival starting on Friday.

Spring Flower Show on Feb. 27

inverclydenow

GOUROCK Horticultural Society stage their annual spring flower show this weekend.

Uttarakhand hosts annual flower exhibition

oneindia

An annual two-day flower exhibition, titled "Colours of Spring" was held here to encourage flower-exhibitors to showcase their wares and also spread awareness among the people.

Flowering genes offer human clues

PHYSORG

Dundee scientists studying how plants control the time at which they flower have uncovered an unusual form of gene control that could have implications for both plant and medical science.

Karnataka horticulture department to set up mango development centre under RKVY scheme

fnbnews

Karnataka horticulture department is setting up a Mango Development Centre (MDC) at an investment of Rs 19 crore.

Horticultural therapy taps into the calming effect of gardening

lagrandeobserver

The practice of Horticultural Therapy as a treatment modality has only been in place for about 200 years, therefore making it a relatively new profession.

Peat-free compost is best for garden pots, new research shows

dailymail

Generations of gardeners have relied on peat to ensure their back-breaking work delivered blooms and produce of the finest quality.

Missouri Botanical Garden opens Center for Biodiversity Informatics

stlouis.bizjournals

A relatively new field, biodiversity informatics is the creation, integration, analysis and understanding of information regarding biological diversity.

Daffodil harvest arrives early

vancouversun

With bright yellow flowers starting to emerge and the daffodil harvest underway, Central Saanich farmer Ian Vantreight couldn't resist the swipe.

Greater Lansing Orchid Society 27th Annual Orchid Show & Sale

lansingstatejournal

The Greater Lansing Orchid Society is giving local and regional residents an opportunity to escape the winter blues at their 27th Annual Orchid Show & Sale.

Vegetable Gardening Seminar Saturday, Feb 27th

getpublished

Put down the seed catalogs for awhile and join us on Saturday, Feb 27th at 1:00 pm for a free seminar on Vegetable Gardening!

Malama Learning Center Hosts Raised Bed Gardening Workshop on Feb 27th

honoluluadvertiser

Malama Learning Center hosted a workshop on Saturday, Feb 27th which taught attendees how to create a raised bed garden to grow their own fruits and vegetables and live more sustainably.

Wildflowers around Arizona

voanews

Like everything else in life, wildflowers don't come with a guarantee. Maybe that's what causes some folks to pursue them with such passion.

Growing Orchids with Guerlain

vanityfair

Over the past 10 years, Guerlain's scientists have been studying and testing more than 30,000 variations of orchids in the company's legendary Orchidarium.

Columbine Seeds

By Shirley: When is the best time to plant columbine seeds?

Answer By The Flower Expert: You can plant it now.

The dwarf types usually remain under one foot in height and bear blossoms one to two inches in diameter.

They are an excellent choice for rock gardens, where their dainty scale can be displayed to advantage.

Space them about six inches apart.

If you have to plant your columbines in the spring, place the seeds in a tray of moist soil, and place the tray in the refrigerator or freezer for about 3 weeks.

Columbine seeds need light to germinate, so whether you start them indoors or out,

press them lightly into the top of the soil.

Seeds can take up to 25 days to germinate.

Asters

By Greg and Sandy: we have a dozen asters that wintered through ver nicely and have grown to a very substantial size this spring/summer yet have not bloomed at all. will they bloom later this summer still. we do have bees and all the rest of our flowers and vegetables are doing very nicely.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Asters are hardy perennial plants. There are some varieties growing even in late summer and early fall (August through October)

But we do not the your aster variety.

Lets wait and hope your aster will grow with all the beautiful blooms.

Once more thing is, if there is a delay in blooming, it is understood that nitrogen content in the soil is more.

Check the soil ph, and act accordingly.

Thousands of Orchids on View at US Botanic Garden

voanews

For centuries, orchids have cast a quiet spell. They have been hunted and collected on every continent - except Antarctica.

2010 Rose Festival from Feb. 26

News Blaze

With the winter mellowing down, the preparations for the Rose Festival 2010 being organized by the Chandigarh Administration are underway and in full swing.

Daffodil Show at Dodson free Feb. 26-28

The Towntalk

The H. Nelton Adams Memorial Daffodil Field near Dodson will be open for the public to visit from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Feb. 26-28.

Orchid show at Monkton Heathfield from February 27

somersetcountygazette

AN orchid show is being held at Monkton Heathfield village hall, Taunton, Somerset on February 27 from 10.30am-4pm.

CIMAP releases a new variety of chamomile flower

Indian Express

A new variety of chamomile flower with higher oil content was released by the Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plant (CIMAP) on Sunday, 21st Feb.

Viet Nam's agricultural sector to go hi-tech

Vietnam News

Viet Nam is set to phase out small-scale agriculture through the introduction of new technologies to agriculture that are expected to result in higher yields and more competitive farm produce.

Hospitals consider banning bedside flower bouquets

NaturalNews

In an effort to prevent what they believe may cause patient health complications, some British hospitals have begun banning flower bouquets from hospital rooms.

Cosmos Flowers

By Becky Spahn: How do you care for the Cosmos Flowers?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Caring Cosmos Flowers.

Spent flowers should be deadheaded regularly, as it keeps cosmos in bloom for many weeks.

Overfertilizing and overwatering reduces the flower production.

Cosmos flower plants are drought tolerant but water Cosmos plants during long dry spells.

After the plants die after the first frost, remove them, and keep as compost, which helps as mulch for the next year plants.

Perennials

By Layne: How to prevent perennials from fungal infection?

Answer By The Flower Expert: There are several homemade recipes for preventing fungus such as powdery mildew or blackspot on perennials. The emphasis here is on prevention. That means these methods are meant to be used before you notice a fungal infection. One among them is All-Purpose Recipe:

1tsp. baking soda

few drops Trounce or 2 drops liquid soap

2 cups water

Mix and spray generously on plants. Repeat every two weeks.

Roses

By Beverly Deane: I have a bush which is growing very well but has no roses or signs of any. I have been feeding this with a good plant food.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Roses don't bloom for the following reasons.

Too much nitrogen in the fertilizer gives more foliage.

In there is high heat sometimes roses won't set buds to conserve water.

Too little or too much water so roots are too dry or too wet.

The rose bushes are new and new roses sometimes will not bloom properly for a couple of years.

Unusual climate changes such as high heat.

However many roses bloom on last years wood and if you prune them back hard, you will cut off the flowers.

Probably this year roses show their foliage so that they need it next year to bloom well.

Hope this helps.

Orange Tiger Lily

By Karen: I have an orange lily planted in a pot in my garden the buds are there but they are not opening, it was in flower when I bought it do you know what is wrong?

Answer By The Flower Expert: I think you are talking about Orange Tiger lily.

The blooming period occurs during mid-summer and lasts about a month. Each flower

lasts only a single day, hence the common name.

Asiatic hybrids are susceptible to bud abortion if there is low light.

Some varieties are more susceptible than others, but in general supplemental lighting will reduce the incidence of bud abscission and bud blasting in Asiatic hybrids.

The Annual New York In Bloom flower show from feb.19

troyrecord

New York in Bloom is open Friday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the New York State museum at Empire State Plaza.

Book on gardening released

The Asian Age

In an effort to make home gardening an easier task, the National Book Trust released a book Ornamental Gardening, a user's companion authored by a civil servant and a scholar on gardening, Hari Krishan Paliwal.

Flower and Fruits Exhibition at Kadri Park, Mangalore from Feb 19

daijiworld

The annual Horticulrual Fruits and Flower Exhibition, is being held at Kadri Park in the city in association with the department of horticulture, Dakshina Kannada zilla panchayat, district administration, City Corporation and Siri Horticultural Association, for the year 2009-10, from Friday February 19 at Kadri Park in the city.

Gardena Cymbidium Orchid Show Feb. 20-21

RAFU

Gardena Cymbidium Club's 23rd annual Cymbidium Orchid Show will be held at the Nakaoka Memorial Community Center, 1670 W. 162nd St., Gardena, on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 20-21.

National Trust for Scotland gardens growing more than 550 daffodil varieties

Horticulture Week

More than 550 different varieties of daffodils are being grown in National Trust for Scotland gardens this year.

Resistance to Breast Cancer Drug Tamoxifen Could be Reduced by Flower Power

medindia

Combination of tamoxifen with a compound found in the flowering plant feverfew may prevent initial or future resistance to the drug, researchers at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center have said.

Strategy urged for flourishing flower industry

Vietnam News

The flower business is still flourishing in Da Lat, in the Central Highland province of Lam Dong.

Blooming Jasmine

By Michiko: I planted vegetable right next to Night blooming Jasmin and the Jasmin is blooming right now. The flower from NBJ is falling off all over to vegetables and soil. Since NBJ is poisonous, I need to find out if it is OK to eat vegetables. I would appreciate it if you would let me know.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Since the Night Blooming Jasmine is poisnous, it is recommended to avoid the edible contact with the plant.

It is toxic to animals, so keep pets away from it.

Daisies

By Sharon L.: I have the regular tall white daisies 3-4 ft tall, all blooming! Some of the blooms are just about spent and one of the plants has begun to start laying down from the middle out. I know I can't cut them back as in the late fall or early spring but should I cut the spent flowers off and if so how far back?

Answer By The Flower Expert: It is very good to deadhead the daisy spent flowers.

If you dead head the first flush of spent flowers it will often bloom again later.

Diaiy Spent flowers should be back to the next flower bud. All the stems should be cut off when flowering is over to direct nutrients into the roots for winter storage.

Perennail Daisies

By Cindy: I have perennail daisies that were thriving but all of a sudden they have begun to get very brown leaves, wilt and die. They appear to be eaten at the roots. Could these be voles or are there other insect pests that may be attacking them? No other surrounding plants show any signs of a problem.

Answer By The Flower Expert: If the leaves turn brown and dry up, check to see if the plant is being kept too wet or too dry. Since Usually the wet roots pick up this disease.

Pick off the brown leaves and watch closely.

Gardenia Plants

By Yetta: I live in Lemoore, Ca. which is in the central valley of California. It is very cold in the winter and scorching in the summers. I am trying to re-do my backyard. I bought 5 gardenia plants which are now all dying? I would like some flowers that can take the heat and also will be very very fragrant. I sure would appreciate any advice you can give me. thank you so much for your time.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Gardenia's love acid fertilisers.

Feed these plants at the start of spring and then again in summer. That means you can feed your Gardenias now. Try this and hope you will retain your Gardenias.

Never feed them in autumn months.

Coming to flowering plants, the plants which can tolerate heat and cold.

I think, in my view, these below flowering plants can be grown in your yard.

Anemone japonica - Honorine Jobert - Japanese anemone - Full sun

Antirrhinum hispanicum - Roseum - Spanish snapdragon - Plant in sun to light shade

Artemisia douglasiana - mugwort - Plant in sun to light

Asclepias fascicularis - narrowleaf milkweed - Full sun to part shade.

Bahrain garden show from February 26 to 28

tradearabia

The 7th Bahrain International Garden Show will focus on the issue of food security and its implications for the future of the world.

Agri Export Zones to boost agri exports from India

Fresh Plaza

India is an agriculture-based economy, where 43% of its people remain employed in agricultural and allied activities.

Maymont Flower & Garden Show

WTVR

The 21st annual Maymont Flower and Garden Show returns to the Greater Richmond Convention Center February 18th-21st.

Orchid Festival at Lady Green Garden Centre in Ince Blundell

Formby Times

AN ORCHID Festival will be hosted at Lady Green Garden Centre, which will take place on Saturday, February 27 and Sunday, February 28.

Astronaut sends wife flowers from space via the Internet

FCW

In the first month that astronauts aboard the International Space Station have access to the Internet, it appears they are using it much like the rest of us.

Daffodil Days orders being accepted this week

zwire

The American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days campaign is in full swing. Local orders are being accepted until Monday.

Cold weather delays spring blooms in Devon and Cornwall

BBC UK

The cold winter has delayed the flowering of spring plants by up to a month, according to a count of blooms in National Trust gardens.

Hoya Plants

By Paul: I recently took my grand daughter to buy some flowers and the ones she picked out are white with 5 petals with a small red star in the center the cashier said they were heavy feeders. I bought some miracle grow flower food and it says to feed every seven days. 1 tbls per gallon of water how often do I need to feed them?

Answer By The Flower Expert: I think you are talking about Hoya plants.

Though they are heavy feeders, when these plants are growing feed only once a month.

Early Sunrise Plants

By Layne Nielsen: I have two Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' plants in my backyard that I planted two months ago. Today I saw what looked like a light gray fuzz on a lot of the leaves. Some leaves have more than others, a few not at all. Is this mold or mildew? Can you please tell me how to get rid of it? My plants look healthy otherwise.

Answer By The Flower Expert: I think it is Powdery Mildew.

You can prevent this problem by avoiding cool, damp, humic conditions.

Low light levels and stale air mitigate this disease.

Solution:

Increase air circulation, ventilation and remove infected foliage also avoiding excess nitrogen.

Spray with a saturation mix of baking soda and water.

Colorado Garden & Home Show on Feb. 17

metromix

Join Metromix.com at the 51st Annual Colorado Garden & Home Show on Feb. 17 at 5:00 p.m. for our very own urban gardening session!

Japan Grand Prix International Orchid Festival 2010

etaiwannews

apan Grand Prix International Orchid Festival 2010 which is being held Feb. 13- 21, has attracted the highest number of Taiwan orchid growers ever.

Tulip Festival expected early this spring

mynorthwest

If you plan on heading to the Skagit Valley for the Tulip Festival this spring, you better make plans to go a little earlier.

1-800-Flowers.com Shifts Its Facebook Store Strategy

perishablenews

1-800-Flowers .com Inc. was the first retailer to launch a store on Facebook last July. Now it's also among the first to realize that selling on Facebook requires a call to action.

6000 pots of Chinese roses to blossom at Wanshi Botanical Garden

whatsonxiamen

Lovers and citizens spending their CNY and Valentine's Day in Xiamen need not buy any flowers, for Wanshi Botanical Garden will display 6000 Chinese roses of about 100 species.

The Language of the Flowers at Vienna's Flower Ball

NTDTV

Call it a forgotten a language-long ago flowers were used to send coded messages. Today some remnants of that still remain, like red roses symbolizing passion, yellow roses for friendship or the lily for purity, and so on.

Flower Power May Reduce Resistance to Breast Cancer Drug Tamoxifen

Science Daily

Combining tamoxifen, the world's most prescribed breast cancer agent, with a compound found in the flowering plant feverfew may prevent initial or future resistance to the drug, say researchers at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Tiger Lily Bulbs

By Lisa: When can I plant tiger lily bulbs to come up next year? (Zone 5)

Answer By The Flower Expert: Many sites provide the bulbs and one can buy as soon as the ground is workable in their area.

Lilies need a dormant time to bloom again. The perfect tempertature is -2 celcius. They should be stored for at least 10-12 weeks.

If you have the temperature of such intensity, you can expect the tiger lilies.

Tiger lilies thrive well in moist to wet soils and hence grow well near the ditches.

Early to mid autumn is the best time to plant out the bulbs in cool temperate areas, in warmer areas they can be planted out as late as late autumn.

Calla Lillies

By Michelle Engle: I have seven plants of calla lillies planted around my magnolia tree. I have had them for 5 years and this year was the only year i got blooms and only 3 bloomed. I give them bone meal and blood meal and the greenery part of them is beautiful but no flowers. Could you tell me what Iam doing wrong. I live in Bakersfield ca. I would appreciate any help you could give me.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Callas do not like shadowing. (might be in your case)

Probably callas are not getting full sun, so they grow healthy and leggy.

Fertilizer is not a probles, as you are giving a balanced gertilizer.

Move your callas to a position where it gets plenty of sun.

Callas are a summer blooming plant hardy in zone 7-10.

They will not tolerate frost.

Keep your callas in full sun or partial shade in moist or wet environment.

Rhode Island Spring Flower & Garden Show

projo

The Rhode Island Spring Flower & Garden Show is scheduled to run from Thursday, Feb. 18, through Sunday, Feb. 21, at the Rhode Island Convention Center.

The Philadelphia Flower Show is coming

phillyburbs

Meadowbrook Farm will have a vast selection of flowers at this years Philadelphia Flower Show. The show starts February 28th and runs through March 7th.

Ahmedabad garden brings heaven to earth

dnaindia

This beautiful garden in Ahmedabad reminds visitors of the unearthly beauty of the Kashmir Valley in summer. Small wonder then that it has won Gujarat Horticulture Association's Best Garden Award eight times.

New cherry blossom tree blooms all seasons

rdmag

A new breed of cherry blossom tree that blooms all year round has been created by RIKEN scientists using heavy ion beams at RIKEN Nishina Center for Accelerated-Based Science.

Flowers further fight against cancer with Daffodil Days

idsnews

Giving flowers can do more than put a smile on someone's face: It can help the fight against cancer and bring hope to patients and survivors.

Flowers Sales Up for Florists during Valentine's Day Weekend

WBKO

There may have been a blanket of white on the ground for Valentines Day but that didn't stop the red roses from showing up all over town yesterday.

Dahlias

By Kristy: I purchased dahlias to put in planters on the deck. For the first 3 weeks they were beautiful. I water them daily and use miracle grow every two weeks. They get full sun from 11:00 - sunset. They are all turning brown and dying. What am I doing wrong?

Usually, Dahlias need indoor starting, good soil, and plenty of sun.

Answer By The Flower Expert: You should fertilize throughout the growing season with a 15-30-15 (Miracle-Gro)or similar.

A fertiliser should be used weekly from early summer until early autumn, eg Miracle Gro Plant.

Do not water them frequently. Give water only when the plant is dry.Try it . All the Best.

Peonies

By Helen: We are in the process of moving house and I want to take my peonies with me. Please can you tell me how to lift them. Would they be OK in pots for a year until I get the new garden sorted out.

I live in Wellington, New Zealand

Answer By The Flower Expert:

It is better to leave the peonies as they are.

If you try to remove them from the pot, most of the soil will fall off.

It is advisable to leave the plants in their pots.

Put them in a spare part of the garden to keep the soil from overheating.

Water regularly at the correct time, and plant them in late summer.

Yes, its ok for the plant.

Corms

By Silvia: How do you treat the corms?

Answer By The Flower Expert: There are several methods of treating the corms.

Gladiolus corms should be shaken off excess soil.

Cut the stem off just above each corm.

Let the corms dry for about three weeks in a warm, dry, airy place.

At this point, the corms you planted in spring will easily break off the bottoms of the new corms that developed over the summer growing season.

Discard the old, spent corms and save the new ones.

Methods of treating the corms:

Store the corms with naphthalene flakes or balls (mothballs). Use one ounce for one hundred corms and enclose them in a paper or cloth bag. Ideal storage temperatures range from 35° to 45° F;

or

Dip corms in very hot--not boiling--water (160°F) for two minutes. Allow corms to dry before storing them.

or

Try dusting corms with carbaryl, shaking them in a bag with a small amount of the dust (just 2 teaspoons per hundred corms).

or

Soak corms for six hours in a mixture of 4 teaspoons Lysol ® or other disinfectant and one gallon of water. Allow corms to dry before storing them.

The Dogwood Arts Festival's Garden Show from Feb. 19-21

knoxnews

The Dogwood Arts Festival's annual House & Garden Show, set this year for Feb. 19-21, always has covered the interiors and exteriors of a home.

Orchid show in bloom

Daily Point

Hundreds of species of orchids are on display this weekend at the Newport Harbor Orchid Society's annual Oceans of Orchids show and sale at the Westminster Mall.

Flower prices drop after Valentine's Day

ABS-CBNNEWS

Prices of flowers at the Dangwa Flower Market in Sampaloc, Manila dropped dramatically on Monday due to oversupply of flower stock a day after Valentine's Day.

Valentine's Day in Ballarat: romantics hit florists

The Courier

FLORISTS went on red alert yesterday as the most romantic day on the calendar brought out Ballarat's lovers.

Exorbitant flower prices on Valentine's Day

THE NEWS

Handing out flowers on Valentine's Day is the most beautiful way to clad love notes in the robes of flowers, and accordingly, people plan to gift red roses to their beloveds, but they are suggested to up their budget on Valentine's Day.

Oriental Poppies

By Ruth Blodgett: I have some oriental poppies, 2 plants of the orange/red variety, and one of a deeper red with black center. I planted them in the fall a few years ago. For their first two springs, they came up beautifully and bloomed beautifully. This past spring, and last spring, they came up looking healthy, and formed flower buds, but then the stem by the buds turned black, some buds also turned black and fell off. Other buds did bloom fine. The foliage looks nice and green. It has been rainy this year, and was last year as well. Another contributing factor may be where they are growing. They are next to a lilac bush that is getting bigger and shading them a bit. I also have a baptisia plant in the vicinity, that is also having some problems with its blooms turning brown very quickly. Is it the rain? The lilac? Would they benefit from being moved to a site out in the open? They are on the SE corner of my house, presently.

Answer By The Flower Expert: There might be some deficiencies in the plant for it to turn brown.

Usually, Poppies planted in spring often won't flower until the following year.

Oriental Poppies go summer-dormant (leaves turn brown and lie down on the ground) in July and August after blooming is finished.

New growth re-appears in early fall.

Probably the season changes are might be the problem.

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McMillan Greenhouse hosts Valentine's Day orchid sale

nineronline

McMillan Greenhouse, Charlotte, NC is hosting the second plant sale event of the year. The greenhouse is selling flowers, primarily orchids, for Valentine's Day. The last day to purchase these flowers is Sat., Feb. 13.

The Kansas State Horticulture Club sells roses for Valentine's Day

kstatecollegian

The K-State Horticulture Club will hold its annual Valentine's Day rose sale in the lobby of Throckmorton Hall on Friday, 12th Feb. from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 13th Feb. from 10 a.m. until noon.

Roses demand rises for Valentine's Day

ABC Rural

Queensland flower farmers are struggling to keep up with the demand for roses this Valentine's Day.

Valentine's Day orders keeps local flower businesses busy

kcby

With Valentine's Day now just a couple of days away, local flower businesses says they're busier than ever trying to accommodate all of their incoming orders.

Love is in the shops this Valentine's Day

Belfast Telegraph

Love is in the air this week, with Valentine's Day just around the corner.

Floral business witnesses surge ahead of Valentine's Day in Bangalore

oneindia

Ahead of the Valentine's Day, flower exports soar in Bangalore city while specially designed Valentine's Day cards for gay and lesbian community are available in Patna city.

Iris

By Mary: Why Iris leaf cankers?

Answer By The Flower Expert: If it is about Irises you are talking about, then there would be definitely some foreign materials, either under the leaves, shoots, roots etc.

Check it and observe.

If it is Leaf Cankers, then the only prevention to this disease is thorough clean up of old leaves in the fall or spring before growth.

That significantly reduces new infections because the disease overwinters on infected leaves. Heavily infected leaf tips may be cut off.

A protective spray of Captan or chlorothalonil will help reduce further infection.

Sweet Peas

By Christine: Hello I wonder if you could help me please, I planted sweet peas in a pot and I am wondering why the leaves at the bottom up to about a quarter of the way up,keep going brown and crispy,I am feeding them with tomato food to promote flowers, but wonder what ive done wrong.

Answer By The Flower Expert: When they are as seedlings, sweet peas are vulnerable to birds, slugs, and snails, especially if fall-planted in a warm climate.

Preventative measures often deter a problem before it has a chance to get started.

Guidelines for healthier Sweetpea plants:

Plant sweet peas in an area that gets good air circulation.

Water early in the day so the leaves are dry by nightfall.

Wet leaves are a magnet for fungus.

Rotate planting areas so that the sweet peas are grown in the same space once every four years. Don't grow sweet peas where other legumes are growing or grew last year.

Check whether you have done something wrong, and act accordingly.

Birds of Paradise

By Paul: I have a birds of paradise plant that I hope I didn't screw up!! I had it from a seed for about 5 years now. I had six big leaves on it but never a flower. we live in the midwest so the plant stays in the house. But it has been warm so I put it out side for a day. But when I went to bring it in the leaves started rolling up and turn brown!!! I was in a panic and checked the water in the soil and although it was dry it was not too dry. I kept a watch on it and so far the leaves are brown but the stems are still very green. What happened to my plant and more importantly what can I do to save it. someone told me to cut the dead leaves off so that the plant can grow new ones! what do you think?

Answer By The Flower Expert: The Birds of Paradise flowering plant should receive adequate moisture during the establishment period (i.e., the first six months). Dry or soggy conditions will cause leaves to yellow and eventually die.

Once established, bird-of-paradise prefers frequent watering from rain or irrigation during the warm growing season. During the winter months, plants should be watered only when the soil is fairly dry.

As the BOP takes more tahn 3-4 years for flowering. In your case, remove the dead leaves from the stem. Have patience, and wait.

Iris

By Roger Barkin: At what point on the stem should you deadhead the iris?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Usually an Iris spent bloom should be cut off at the stem below the flower.

Because, the part of the iris that bloomed, will no longer produce, but, there will be two new plants on either side of it, that will bloom during their second year.

After an iris blooms and if you do not cut the flower stalk off, the upper end of the flower stock expands and appear to be seeds in them when cut apart.

'Flowers in Changhua 2010' runs Feb. 14-21

The China Post

The "Flowers in Changhua 2010" series activities will kick off on Feb. 14, Valentine's Day, for an 8-day run in the central county of Changhua, dubbed as "homeland of flowers," with people around the island welcomed to join the activities and see a wide variety of beautiful flowers, according to a press statement issued yesterday by the Changhua County Government.

Master Gardeners host symposium Feb. 15

wsutoday

The Cabin Fever Gardening Symposium, led by WSU Extension Master Gardeners, will be 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15, in the Phase 1 Classroom building at WSU Spokane.

Florists gear up for big Valentine's Day

busseltonmail

Florists are gearing up for one of the biggest days in their calendar, with truck loads of flowers due in town tomorrow.

Uttrakhand farmers elated with increased production of jervera flowers

oneindia

Farmers engaged in floriculture in Uttrakhand's Tajpur village are a happy lot now-a-days, as the region has seen a substantial increase in production of jervera flowers.

Order daffodils to help the American Cancer Society

wisconsinrapidstribune

The Daffodil Days sale to benefit the American Cancer Society ends next week.

Mughal Gardens to open from Feb 13

ptinews

Blooming flowers, manicured lawns and musical fountains of Mughal Gardens can be cherished by visitors as the Rashtrapati Bhavan has announced its opening for public viewing from February 13.

Flower sales to decrease due to Valentine's Day falling on a Sunday

9YSYR

February 14th is usually the best-selling day of the entire year for the floral industry, but the fact that this Valentine's Day falls on a Sunday has some business owners worried.

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Orchid Show & Sale on February 13 and 14

riverfronttimes

The orchid, like a prospective lover, has much appeal.

Valentine's Day Events on Feb 14

THE NEWS

Preparations to celebrate Valentine's Day, falling on 14 February, are in full swing, as shopkeepers in the twin cities have decorated their shops with the Valentine?s Day cards, balloons, teddy bears, and other gifts, whereas flower shops put out their best bouquets and flower arrangements.

60 lakh roses from Pune make it to Europe

timesofindia

With Valentine's Day just four days away, around 60 lakh roses have been exported from Pune to various markets abroad in the last 10 days.

CNBC Declares FromYouFlowers.com 'Top Pick' for Valentine's Day Flowers

prnewswire

With Valentine's Day just days away personal finance guru Vera Gibbons has published her latest Valentine's Day gift guide on CNBC.com.

HCM City's largest ever flower market opens

vietnamnet

With the theme "Vietnamese flowers", the festival introduces many rare and new species of orchid, yellow apricot, bonsai, ancient ornamental trees, ornamental stones and ornamental fish.

'Flower Confidential' author Amy Stewart says flower industry should educate public more

palmbeachdailynews

Amy Stewart got the idea for 'Flower Confidential' from her own back yard. Well, not literally, given that the book is about the cut-flower industry.

UF researchers find genes that 'tune' flower fragrances

ufl

A team at UF's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences has uncovered some of the genes that control the complex mixture of chemicals that comprise a flower?s scent, opening new ways of 'turning up' and 'tuning' a flower's aromatic compounds to produce desired fragrances.

Lillies

By Sherry: Can you plant lillies from the seeds found on the stalks & them grow? and Can you plant the seeds from a peony bush & them grow?

Answer By The Flower Expert: The seeds of lilies can be grown but they need some time in drying up so that they can be planted.

Peonies are not generally grown by seeds. Growing from plants is the easiest and has a faster growth rate.

Agapanthus

By Donna O'Leary: I have agapanthus in a large container. Should I remove the stalks of flowers that have already bloomed? They seems to flop over. Any suggestions?

Answer By The Flower Expert: It is better of cut the Agapanthus flowering stock close to ground level, after the spent flower.

In this way, plants pick up a bust of energy and perform best.

Spring flower festival opens in Ho Chi Minh City

nhandan

The Spring Flower Festival opened in Phu My Hung urban area, Ho Chi Minh City from February 6 to February 12, is expected to receive more than 500,000 visitors.

Chinese New Year Flower Fair

SFGtae

Throngs of Chinese Americans inspected orchids, mums and tangerine trees at this year's annual Chinese New Year Flower Fair on Saturday and Sunday, hoping to pick the plants traditionally believed to guarantee good fortune in the coming year.

This year's perennial a welcome sign of spring

courierpress

Blue false indigo (Baptisia australis) has been chosen as the 2010 Perennial Plant of the Year by Perennial Plant Association members. From 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, this exceptional plant with its upright habit will make a striking impact in the garden.

In a new experiment, Rose Garden to produce hybrid varieties

indianexpress

A unique experiment is being undertaken at the Chandigarh's famous Rose Garden - the largest rose garden in Asia. Root stocks of four varieties of Himalayan roses have been planted in the Rose Garden and these would be used to produce hybrids that would add to the existing varieties.

Flowers on the water

thanhniennews

As the Tet (Lunar New Year) draws closer, Sa Dec is transforming itself from a sleepy little town on the banks of the Tien River into the Mekong Delta?s mammoth flower market.

Flower shops prepare for biggest sales day of year

mywesttexas

Midland local flower shops started preparations Monday for what they're hoping to be their biggest sales weekend of the year.

Send Flowers 4 Beauty and Life

catholic

Sending flowers anywhere in the world this Valentine?s day? FaithandFlowers.com offers you the opportunity to send beautiful bouquets nationally and internationally and promote the Culture of Life through your purchase!

Poppy Plant

By Janice: I hve a poppy that is a chocolate red color. Why do the buds turn brown and die before they open? It is not in a wet spot and gets alot of sun.

The plant looks good.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Probably the Aphids have infested the poppy plant.

They make the plant and its parts like stem, leaves, buds turn brown.

Tiger Lily

By Junanne: Why did this tiger lily bloom this way? It had another bloom next to it and it also looks upside down?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Tiger lily blooms that way. Its scientific name is lilium tigrinum.

Antiques and Garden Show of Nashville

nashvillescene

Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville at the Convention Center from February 11 to February 13.

Goofy Garden Show Starting February 12th

centralillinoisproud

Goofy gardens, that's the theme of an upcoming Luthy Botanical Gardens event. Starting February 12th.

Kenya flower exports fall to 87,000 tonnes

234next

Kenyan flower exports fell to 87,000 tonnes in 2009, Kenya Flower Council Chief Executive Jane Ngige said at a flower arranging show in Nairobi on Sunday, compared with 93,000 tonnes a year before.

Flower sellers await Valentine's Day

The Nation

The Valentine's Day which is celebrated every year on February 14, is turning out to be a blessing for flower sellers especially of Islamabad.

Flower farms tackle latest threat to peak season exports

BUSINESS DAILY

Demand for longer lasting flowers among European consumers has added a new twist to the lucrative horticulture export business ? dampening growers? expectations in the run up to the peak season that begins mid this month.

Teleflora.com Flowers in a Box

wivb

Teleflora.com Flowers in a Box commercial aired during the 2010 Super Bowl.

Forcing plants brings early flowers

LoHud

Spring-flowering trees, shrubs and bulbs are all candidates for winter forcing.

Yucca Plant

By Toni: I bought a Yucca plant that had a center flower, last year and planted it in my yard. I live on the boarder of planting zones 6 & 7 in New Jersey. This is year, the center flower did not grow but the leaves are growing and look wonderfully healthy. What should I do to get the center flower to grow?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Yucca flowers are the national flower of the country of El Salvador.

There are some species that do not flower so often. When they grow, they are magnificent if grown in the full sun and in good soil. Probably yours might be one among them. These flower spikes are covered with fragrant white, bell-shaped flowers.

It is an evergreen plant which does not annually shed its leaves.

Gladiolus

By Silvia: Hello I need to bother you again I had asked what to do with gladiolus that the bloom is all deformed and you had sent me recipe, but I lost it would it be possible for you to send it again. I also had another question is their any thing to try and clean up soil because I have a big flower bed that is bad it does not mater what section I plant gladiolus that even when I put new fresh combs they get damaged.

Answer By The Flower Expert:

Selecting a growing area:

Gladiolus does best in full sun though they tolerate part shade.

A well-drained soil with a pH range of 6.5-7.0 is optimal but can grow in a wide range of soils. If you can grow vigorous weeds or vegetables you can grow gladiolus.

Soil preparation needed by Gladiolus:

It think it is better to do a Rototilling, plowing, discing or deep digging the soil to a minimum depth of 8 inches.

Gladiolus needs the soil in proper tilth for growing.

Compost or manure that is well aged and mixed into the soil will condition and fertilize the soil.

Organic material that is not well aged should be worked in a few months in advance of planting.

Make your flower bed, suitable for the planting Gladiolus, by following these instructions.

New Jersey Flower and Garden Show

northjersey

Step into a new season of living color and scented blossoms this month, when the 8th annual New Jersey Flower and Garden Show offers a sneak peek at spring Feb. 18 ? 21 at the New Jersey Convention Center in Edison.

Ballinrobe florist gears up for Valentine's Day

Advertiser

Petals'n'Buds in Ballinrobe has launched a special selection of romantic floral designs that will make sure your Valentine's Day goes as planned.

February is a busy month for gardeners

sbsun

The beginning of February is a good time to finish up lingering winter chores.

Yellow flowers top gardener's picks

SEARCH CHICAGO

Yellow is bursting out of the gate as the hot color this year for inside the home as well as in the garden.

Iris

By William Moyer: I have Iris?s growing in my Koi pond also in my garden. Should I cut the pod off the iris?

Answer By The Flower Expert: The Iris seed pods contains seeds in them. If you want the iris plants to be seeded, then let these seed pods have to turn from green to brown before they open to disperse seeds.

If you do not want the seeds then cut off the iris pod.

Lysimachia Punctata

By Ashleigh: Can you tell me if Lysimachia Punctata is toxic to dogs?

Answer By The Flower Expert:

Common names for Lysimachia punctata: It is called Circle Flower, Dotted Loosestrife, Garden Loosestrife, Large Yellow Loosestrife, Punktierter Gilbweiderich, Tupfelsterne.

Looses-trife means to tame strife.

Its yellow flowers have red stems.

In fact Yellow loosestrife, it is used as has been recommended as an antidote to Hemorrhage and excess menstruation.

The smoke created by burning the plant can be used as an insect repellent.

It is not under the toxic plants list.

Iris Plant

By Lisa: Is any part of the Iris plant or blossom toxic to cats?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Yes, Iris flowering plants are dangerous to pets. Iris Bulbs are poisonous to cats.

Stay the pet away from the plants or remove the plants from the pets vicinity.

Potted Flowers

By Joyce Fleming: I recently planted lots of various potted flowers I purchased at Lowe's. They are turning brown, but I water them frequently and I used good potted soil. I put mulch around them when I finished planting. What is causing them to turn brown and what can I do to save them? I spent lots of money and would hate to lose them.

Answer By The Flower Expert: You did not specify what type of plants did you plant, because some plants do not need much water.

Since, you have muched them, the top soil will not get dried up soon.

And you water them frequently, thus making overwatered.

Probably this is making them brown.

Over watering makes them to turn brown and get infected with some diseases.

Lovers meet event at the Perth Horticultural Society from Feb. 9

emcsmithsfalls

The Perth & District Horticultural Society is delighted to welcome Mary Vandenhoff, well-known Lanark environmentalist and owner of the wonderful Nature Lover's Bookshop in Lanark Village, to our meeting on Feb. 9, 2010 at the Perth and District Collegiate Institute Library at 7:30 p.m.

Butterfly gardening show from Feb. 10

wickedlocal

The Millis Garden Club will host a slide program on butterfly gardening in Eastern Massachusetts, on Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 7 to 8 p.m., at the Veterans Memorial Building, Room 130 Main St. (Rte. 109).

Get free roses for Valentine's Day by donating blood

WNDU

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and this month, you can get a half-dozen of red roses for free, just by donating blood.

New discovery uses flowers to make cheap insulin for diabetics

newsday

Scientists at the University of Calgary in Canada have developed a super-cheap way to produce insulin, according to Popular Science report published this week.

How secure is Britain's horticulture sector?

freshinfo

The future of the UK fresh produce offer has fallen into the grip of a research crunch in recent years, following repeated warnings that funding, the number of scientists moving into the field and partnerships with the industry must be boosted in a bid to secure the long-term sustainability of the sector.

Curious

By Brian: Hi, my name is Brian, and I am a student at Clarke College in Dubuque, IA. Sometime in April, our biology department was having a plant sale. Curious, I perused what they had, and bought something that looked kind of like an aloe plant, but it definitely wasn't. Since then I've been trying to identify this plant! My neighbor is usually my go-to person for plants, but she wasn't entirely sure. It seems a lot like Devil's backbone, but it doesn't have that jagged stem shape.

Here's what I know:

It's a succulent

it has serrated leaves

Each point of the leaves is capable of producing a bud

the buds drop and grow into new plants rather quickly

leaved have subtle spots of purple on the back

If you could tell me what this plant is called, that would be wonderful. A few of my friends have seen it and want one, but I don't know what to tell them it's called.

Answer By The Flower Expert: I am not sure, but they may be some species of Hoyas.

Give us the nativity of the plant.

Perrenial Daisys

By Larry Voelker: I live in Cadillac, MI - Zone 5. I have perrenial daisys and every year I lose about half of them. My soil is sandy so they have good drainage. I also think it's very acidic because of the number of pine trees in the yard. Do daisys like or dislike acidic soil. Last winter I mulched them with dropped pine needles and didn't lose as many as the years before. I'm trying to determine if it's the soil acidity, the harsh winters or a combination of the two that's hurting them.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Might be the combination of both the problems, acidic soil, harsh winters or a combination of the both the problems might be effecting the perennial daisy plant.

Northwest Flower and Garden Show 2010

Easy Destination

Northwest Flower and Garden Show will featuring Wednesday, February 3 through Sunday, February 7, 2010.

The Evening Garden Club of West Roxbury meeting on Feb. 10

Wicked Local

The Evening Garden Club of West Roxbury will be hosting a visit from Greg Mosman, chief arborist for the City of Boston on Wednesday, Feb. 10.

Flower Workshop from Feb.10

northjersey

The Garden Club of Oakland will meet Wednesday, Feb. 10, at the Oakland Senior Center, 20 Lawlor Drive, for a pressed flower workshop, conducted by club member Marie Abberley.

Colombian Flower Sales Wither In US

perishablenews

Sales of Colombian cut flowers are expected to fall in the United States this year due to a reduction in the country's consumer spending, changing climate patterns and an increase in the value of the Colombian peso, reports newspaper La Republica.

Hanoi Opens Its Tet Flower Markets

vietnamnet

All 51 spring flower markets in the capital city opened on February 3, according to an announcement by the Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade.

eFlorist Announce Rise In Sales For December

The Open Press

eFlorist, leading UK florists network who have over 1,400 member florists as part of their operations, have announced a 70% increase in online sales for the month ending December '09 in contrast to sales figures from the year before, during December '08.

Canna Lily Bulbs

By Sharon: I have the usual canna lily bulbs that bloom with red flowers. My question is that if I buy bulbs that bloom a different color, yellow and orange, when I plant them the following year, do they stay those colors or turn to red?

Answer By The Flower Expert: I have not seen the cannas changing to different color in the following year.

Rose Bush

By Lynn Kozy: The flowers on my rose bush do not open. They die before they fully open. What is the wrong with this plant?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Probably your Rose bush is in fected with Powdery Mildew.

Powdery Mildew is caused by the fungus Sphaerotheca pannosa. This disease can cause young leaves to curl and turn purple. Young canes may be distorted and dwarfed. If seriously infected, they can die. Badly infected buds do not open.

The problem can be reduced through sanitation and fungicide application.

Pruning and destroying all dead or diseased parts in the spring helps controlling the fungus.

During the growing season, take care of all the eyes.

Weekly applications are adequate.

During rapid new growth, temperature fluctuations, and frequent rains.

A preventive spraying chemicals is useful.

Great Big Home & Garden Expo From Feb.6

Norwalk Reflector

The "Great Big Home & Garden Expo" - and its line-up of attractions, hundreds of exhibitors and great products and promotions - will take place Feb. 6 to 14 at the I-X Center in Cleveland.

Singing Valentines Show from Feb. 12

KTKA

Two groups are offering singing Valentines. The Show Choir of Seaman High School will be delivering Singing Valentines on Friday, February 12th.

New Jersey Flower and Garden Show from Feb.18

gmnews

The Eighth Annual New Jersey Flower and Garden Show, running Feb. 18-21 at the New Jersey Convention Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison.

Demand for Roses in US, Europe up by 25%

THE ECONOMIC TIME

The enterprising Pune, India farmers will be happy this Valentine's Day as the demand for their roses in the US and the Europe markets has increased by about 25%.

Flowers By Yoko Offers Exotic, Modern Arrangements

PNJ

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's wise not to wait until the last minute to order that floral arrangement for your sweetie pie.

Adams Farm Florist Puts the Bloom in Valentine's Day

Jamestown News

Many women expect only one thing from their sweetie on Valentine's Day - a dozen roses. The people at Stroud Florist hope the men listen to their women.

6 New Books for Gardeners

SFGate

A gardener's library should be enriched with practical and inspiring volumes as well as those that are just plain fun.

Bird of Paradise

By Katherine: After the bloom on a Bird of Paradise blooms and the stalk then be cut off or not?

Answer By The Flower Expert: When the Birds of Paradise flower begins to look spent, think it is the time to cut it off.

Cut the entire stalk, unless there is another flower developing from the same stalk.

One should always, just cull the spent flower by itself, by doing this, it seems to stimulate new flowers, but if you just leave them to their own devices, development seems to slow.

Tidy the plant as much as possible by cutting away spent stalks and leaves, bundle the remaining leaves together and lift as much of the root system as possible in one go.

Mandevilla

By Tracie: I have a Mandevilla that my oldest daughter gave me two mother's day ago. It is brown and before that it was blooming and green and then I sat it outside and now it is brown. Could you please help me revive this plant.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Does your mandevilla recieve enough sunlight to generate flowers.

The mandevilla needs at least 6 hours of sunlight for it to bloom.

Probably it needs more light to bloom with color, properly and healthily.

Annual $1 Tree Sale From Feb. 3

andalusiastarnews

The sale will be held Feb. 3-5 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the east side entrance of the U.S. Department of Agriculture building.

Berry Agricultural and Horticultural Show From Feb. 5

ABC

The Berry Agricultural and Horticultural Show will be held at the Berry Showground, NSW from Feb. 05 to 06 Feb.

Shoppers In Vietnam Turn To Online Gift Delivery Services

bernama

Shoppers in Vietnam are increasingly turning to online gift delivery services to avoid crowded market and shopping centres as Tet (Lunar New Year) approaches.

American Cancer Society Selling Daffodils

thehawkeye

The coming of spring means many things, but to the American Cancer Society, it means Daffodil Days.

The top easy-Care Rose

csmonitor

The New York Botanical Garden names its top roses for easy care and disease resistance.

Anthurium exports help West Bengal flower industry to blossom

oneindia

India's flower industry has received a fillip thanks to the efforts of a farm in West Bengal's Jalpaiguri district.

Foxglove Plant

By Lisa: How Should I care for Foxglove Plant, Do i cut the stalks off once they have bloomed?

Answer By The Flower Expert: After the initial bloom, we should cut off the upright stem.

That will result in side shoots with late-season blossoms, thus repeatedd blooms.

Some gardeners leave the last flower stalks of the flowering season because foxgloves will self-sow in the garden.

Sampaguita Plants

By John: I live in Northeast Florida and have two sampaguita plants potted in large containers that receive full sun and adequate watering. They are potted in topsoil mixed with peat moss at about a 3:1 ratio. The soil seems to be draining well. One plant is blooming fairly regularly, but the other is having problems; the blossoms fall off before fully developing, or malformed blossoms emerge with little to no scent. Do you have any idea about what would be causing this?

Answer By The Flower Expert: There are several reasons for the bud fall/drop in jasmines/sampaguita.

They are

1. If there is any sudden drop in temperature resulting in leaf and blossom drop.

2. Dull weather for several days, result in bud drop.

3. IF there is any large variations in soil moisture causing bud drop.

4. Premature bud drop is caused by low humidity, overwatering, underwatering, and insufficient light.

Valentine's Day Flowers
Valentine's Day is coming. Choose this year's best Valentine's Day Flower.

Flower Show at Seattle Begins Feb. 3

Kelowna

The show will be held in its usual venue, the Washington State Trade and Convention Centre in downtown Seattle. As usual, it will run for five days; this year from Feb. 3 to 7.

Spring in bloom at Robbins Library Feb. 5

Wicked Local

Spring is coming a little early this year ? at least at the Robbins Library, where a feast of eye-popping floral displays will be on display Friday, Feb. 5 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Fun with flowers set for Feb. 9

StAugustine

Fun with Flowers, sponsored by the Garden Club of St. Augustine, will be from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 9 at the Garden Center, 3440 Old Moultrie Road.

Antalya Flower Sector Aims at $60 mln in Exports

Hurriyet Daily News

The Antalya Flowers Exporters Union, Turkey is aiming for an increase of 20 percent in flower exports this year as the negative effects of the global economic crisis begin to wane.

Valentine's Day War of the Roses

Smart Money

Valentine's Day is the biggest holiday for fresh flower sales, accounting for 40% of annual revenue, according to the Society of American Florists, a trade group.

Facilities for flower industry to boost exports

THE NEWS

Flowers not only have the power to make individuals? mood pleasant, but in today?s world many countries are earning a huge amount of money by exporting this delicate product.

Heirlooms the new Plants

thespec

Many gardeners are confused by what constitutes an heirloom plant.

Deadhead Poppies

By Shirley Durand: Are you Supposed to Deadhead Poppies?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Yes, poppies can be deadheaded.

Deadheading can be accomplished by using your thumbnail to pinch off the spent blossom.

Abolin

By Richyirene pereira: It is an orange flower comes in a cluster and can be strung and made into a garland just like jasmines and is definitely a tropical plant. Locally in south India it is called 'Abolin' and are used for dressing up a bride on her hair. I was told that Google gives an answer as 'crossandra' Is this correct?

Answer By The Flower Expert: We are not sure whether they are called as abolin in south India. But for sure we are that the descriptions you gave, it is called as a Crossandra infundibuliformis.

Crossandra infundibuliformis is a tropical perennial shrub with attractive dark green leaves and bright salmon-orange flower will grow up to 3 to 4 feet tall. The Crossandra infundibuliformis leaves are lustrous, pointed and are 3 to 5 inches long and the flowers bear 4 to 6 inch long spikes, have slender corolla tubes about an inch long and a spreading three to five lobed lip.

Gardening Show to Help Eradicate Polio on February 4

abc NEWS

A charity recording of the popular BBC Radio Leicester gardening programme ' Down to Earth' is being organised by the Rotary Club of Melton Mowbray Belvoir.

Garden Work Days on Feb. 6

nctimes

The California Coastal Rose Society will host work days at Magee Rose Garden in Carlsbad at 9 a.m. Feb. 6 and 13.

Tet Flower Festival Feb. 12

ocregister

The local Vietnamese community in Little Saigon is already in the mood to celebrate their most important festival of the year ? the Lunar New Year.

UK Flowers Retailer Foresees Good Valentines Day Sales

i-Newswire

Men are likely lavish Valentine's Day gifts on their wives or girlfriends this year since the credit crunch appear to have untied its grip.

Help Fight Cancer by Ordering Daffodils

KPTH NEWS

The coming of spring means many things but to the American Cancer Society, it means Daffodil Days! Siouxland residents have until February 24th to place their orders for daffodils.

Selling Flowers a Sustainable Business Now

E-PAO

In recent times, selling flowers in Imphal markets is becoming a good income earning business among other petty businesses nowadays.

Growing Black Roses

pennlive

The Black Baccara rose, a hybrid tea variety that was bred mainly for the cut-flower trade.

Floraqueen Launches A Pioneer Online System To Let Customers Craft Their Tailor-made Rose Bouquets

PRLog

FloraQueen, one of the best European online leader into international flower delivery, is happy to announce a pioneer sale system during Saint Valentine.

Gerbra Dasie

By John & Dottie Breckenridge: I have a Gerbra Dasie plot that I started from seed. I now have 18 nicely growing plants. I have them in a planter outside with early morning sun and afternoon shade.They are watered as needed.Should I be doing something to get them on to the blooming stage?Answer By The Flower Expert:

In order to bloom profusely, Gerberas need,

Gerberas need a regular deep water and best rich, well-drained soil.

Gerberas should be fertilized monthly during the bloom period.

Gerberas can do well in full sun, but in very hot climates, gerberas need partial shade.

Reason for non blooming :

Gerberas cannot stand outdoors. Gerbera plants grown in locations with insufficient light will not flower well.

When they start to bloom, then

Remove spent Gerbera blooms to encourage further flowering.

Remove flower stalks of wilted blooms at the base of the crown.

Remove yellowing leaves, if any, to reduce the possibility of fungus infection.

Check whether you are providing these and act accordingly.

Gerbera Daisies

By Sara: Can Gerbera daisies be potted, or do they need to be planted in the ground?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Gerbera daisies can be potted and also kept as indoor plants.

Subaru of America, Inc. Northwest Flower & Garden Show

PR News wire

Subaru of America, Inc. to Sponsor Northwest Flower & Garden Show February 3-7, 2010 at the Washington State Convention and Trade Center.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show

The Seattle Times

Looking for something really special to do with your kids? Bring them to the Northwest Flower & Garden Show. On Feb. 6 and 7 there's a slew of fun talks and activities for budding gardeners.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. Reports Revenues For Its Fiscal 2010 Second Quarter

Business Wire

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. Reports Revenues From Continuing Operations of $238.5 Million and Earnings Per Share of $0.20 For Its Fiscal 2010 Second Quarter.

Live Garden Q&A 1 -2 p.m., Friday, Jan 29

Boston

Garden Guru Carol Stocker will be on line live Friday, Jan. 29, at 1 p.m. to answer your questions about gardening, floral decoration, and landscaping to attract wildlife.

New Plants for 2010

creators

New plants for 2010 is the Bloomerang Purple Lilac, a lilac that blooms twice in a season. Like all lilacs, it blooms in the spring from buds produced the previous fall.

Over half Valentine's Day shoppers opting out of flowers, chocolate

Biz Report

Savvy marketers have already put the wheels in motion in the run up to Valentine's Day but some, like consumers themselves, are likely to leave it to the last minute.

Flower Art Blooms Among Japan's Stressed out Men

abc NEWS

Japan's traditional, female-dominated art of flower arranging is returning to its masculine roots, for an entirely modern reason: it's become a way for male employees to prune away their stress.

Seeds of Flowers

By Amy Cheah: Can seeds of flowers of the type below grow in equatorial climate e.g. Malaysia?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Fringed Sagewort - can tolerate drought.

White Yarrow - little drought tolerate.

Red Yarrow - needs a little bit of cooler temperatures.

Monkeyflower - needs a little bit of cooler temperatures.

Creeping Thyme. - hot sunny locations

Hibiscus syriacus

By Liz Aldridge:I have two of these plants in pots. Please could you advise me on the following: what should I feed them on, and when should they be pruned and to what extent.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Hibiscus syriacus is also called as Rose of Sharon or "Duc de Brabant"

Caring Duc de Brabant/Hibiscus syriacus:

They are very hardy and needs Full sun.

Hibiscus likes sandy, well draining and rich loam soil.

Regular watering.

Each spring feed the plant with fresh compost under the bush and an inch or two of mulch.

Pruning can be very hard , and only in late winter (southern areas) or early spring (northern areas).

Annual Republic Day Flower Show

oneindia

Flower lovers are making a beeline for the flower show at the historic Lalbagh Gardens in Bangalore.

Seattle garden show opens Feb. 3, 2010

OregonLive

The Northwest Flower & Garden Show starts a new era when it opens Feb. 3, guided by O'Loughlin Trade Shows, the local company that produces 12 other popular events, including the 63-year-old Portland Home & Garden Show and the Tacoma Home & Garden Show.

Gardening workshop planned in March

ArgusLeader

The South Dakota Cooperative Extension Service will host a March 6 workshop for adults and older teens who want to use gardening to engage children.

Rata Trees 'best in 20 years'

Stuff

Rata trees have glossy dark green leaves and are best known for red flowers that appear from November to January, but the trees tend to flower well only once every few years.

British society is frightened of gardening, says Alan Titchmarsh

Telegraph

The television presenter and novelist said Britain has a stronger tradition of gardening than anywhere else in the world.

2010's dream team of stellar AAS plants

Chron

Since 1933, All-America Selections has been announcing a dream team of new flowers and vegetables for home gardeners.

Flower exports bloom to Rs 65.63 cr in Apr-Feb

Business Standard

Export of flowers from India rose to Rs 65.63 crore in April-February 2008-09 compared to Rs 48.75 crore in the previous fiscal as the country shifted focus to cut flowers like carnations and gladiolous, which are used for decoration.

Daffodils

By Thomas:The Daffodils stem comes up without any flower. Any ideas?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Thomas,

There are several reasons why a daffodil does not bloom.

The most common reasons why daffodils fail to bloom are that they are in too shady a location or their foliage has been removed before it has browned so the bulbs are weak,

or they are of a short lived variety or

not suited to your local climate.

Additional reasons can include lack of fertility in the soil, and dry weather stunting foliage growth in previous years. Lastly, they may be too crowded and need to be lifted, divided and replanted.

Check the reasons and act according to it.

Daffodils

By Guest:I would like to replant Daffodils. How deep for northwest Nevada and do they need water while they are dormant?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

After flowering, the foliage of the daffodils should not be cut back till it has browned naturally, nor should it be allowed to die back too early from lack of water.

Do not bundle leaves with a rubber band or braid them together you want as much of the leaf surface exposed to the sun as possible. Through photosynthesis, leaves provide the bulb with crucial energy for the next year's flowers.

Plant City flower show Feb. 4, 2010

Annual flower show

Some of the most beloved fairy tales will be the theme of the Plant City Garden Club's annual flower show.

The show, from 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 4, will be at the Walden Lake Country Club, 2001 Clubhouse Drive.

Upcoming garden shows Jan. 22-31, 2010

Springtime inspirations

Northeastern Ohio's original and longest running show will mark its 67th year of providing springtime inspirations to homeowners with a 10 day January engagement in a new suburban venue as it will debut at the Great Lakes Expo Center in Euclid, Ohio.

Early blooming flowers threaten to ruin growers

Leaves damaged

Unseasonable rains this week from a tropical low pressure system threaten to ruin flower growers in the south by making their flowers bloom well before Tet.

Nguyen Van Ngoc, a horticulturist in Dong Thap Province's Sa Dec town, said on Wednesday that half of his 2,500 pots of daisy have already begun to blossom or had their leaves damaged after a two-day downpour.

Haryana receives central nod for two floriculture projects

Cut flowers

The Centre has approved two model floriculture projects under horticulture mission for Haryana. The projects will cost Rs 1.4 crore of which one will be established in Panchkula district and the other in Karnal district.

Tulip garden to be extended

Horticulture and Floriculture

The area of one of the largest Tulip gardens of Asia, on the foothills of Zabarwan range overlooking Dal Lake here, will be extended for further beautification.

A major attraction to tourists, tulips would be produced on additional five acres, an official spokesman said.

Rare flower carefully moved

A native California plant

The only known wild specimen of the Franciscan manzanita, a native California plant thought to have ceased growing in the wild since 1947, was carefully relocated to an undisclosed area in the Presidio, officials announced Saturday.

The plant was discovered in October in the direct path of the $1.045 billion Presidio Parkway seismic replacement project, according to officials from the Doyle Drive Replacement Project.

Brunei To Build 'High-Tech' Nursery To Boost Floriculture

Interested in flowers can gather together

Brunei will have its very own garden centre cum Hi-Tech Nursery in two years to generate interest among the public in the floriculture industry, said Director of Agriculture and Agrifood

Karnataka to get 12 new bio tech parks

Bio-tech parks

Karnataka Horticulture minister Umesh Katti today said the 12 bio-tech parks would come up in the state soon to improve the cultivation of horticulture crops. Speaking to newsmen here, he said the bio-tech parks would come up in Shimoga, Belgaum, Bangalore, Mysore, Bidar and other places.

care for forced hyacinths in january
What should I do with my fading bloom hyacinths that are in pots in my house right now, January?




Peonies

By Michelle:Can you reseed your own peonies

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear MICHELLE,

Peonies reseed themselves readily, and will enjoy them for years to come.

Indoor plant

By Jennine Kelleher:The kitchen in my new house is a large space, never gets the sun, gets down to around 10-12 degrees in a NZ winters day. It would be great if there was some indoor plant that didn't mind the cold. Can you help?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Jennine Kelleher,

Cast Iron Plant is an easy plant to take care of and an ideal indoor plant. It requires low light, can handle drafts and is known for being the most cold tolerate indoor plant.

Try this. All the best.

Flower festival comes to Chiang Mai Feb 5-7, 2010

Elaborate floral decorations

The annual flower festival takes place in Chiang Mai from February 5th to 7th this year.

One of Chiang Mai's most famous events gets underway on February 5th, when the annual flower festival takes over the city.

Spring Boston Flower Show March 24 to 28, 2010

Orchids of Swansea

The Boston Flower & Garden Show will be held March 24 to 28 at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston. This is a new, shorter show being produced by The Paragon Group, a Needham based events marketer.

Siliguri flower show celebrates silver jubilee

Siliguri Horticultural Society

Over 150 varieties of flowers were showcased at the silver jubilee celebrations of a flower show here on Wednesday.

The show, organized by Siliguri Horticultural Society, is the largest show in the region. Thousands of people from all across India, and even foreigners attended the flower show every year.

Walter Knoll Florist donating 100% of Date Flower sales to Haiti relief

Flower sales

Walter Knoll Florists are donating 100% of Date Flower sales to Salvation Army Relief for Haiti Earthquake victims.

This only applies to Friday sales on January 22 and February 5. Also, the flowers will be half price -- only $10 on Fridays opposed to their $20 price the rest of the week.

American Cancer Society Daffodil Days beginning

Daffodil Days

Spring is coming early this year, and so is the American Cancer Society Daffodil Days. Orders are now being accepted for the American Cancer Society's annual fundraiser, Daffodil Days. Money raised during Daffodil Days supports the Society's research, education, advocacy and patient service programs.

Gaza permitted to export strawberries and flowers to Europe

19 truckloads of flowers

This is the first time since January 2008 that strawberries have managed to leave the 41 kilometer-long Strip. The flowers have been a little luckier - prior to December 2009, Israel permitted the export of 19 truckloads of flowers during the past 2.5 years of closure, mostly around Valentine's Day.

A rosy scenario for flower growers

Demand for the flower that symbolises romance

Valentine's day is still a month away but Krishnagiri, the rose capital of the state, in the perennially dry belt of Tamil Nadu, is blooming and all set to make a rich harvest of its celebration in the West. With the demand for the flower that symbolises romance shooting up this year, the farmers are a delighted lot.

Low vase life for cut flowers, pot options to fore

Indian floriculture

The Indian floriculture sector that has invested Rs 600 crore for growing cut rose varieties bred from the foreign breeders ' Rs 200 crore as royalties ' is looking at innovative options to keep their investments from wilting.

The floriculturists based in Pune region are pinning their hopes on potted flowers to tide over the decline in cut flower exports.

Jasmin plant

By Bahsous:I would like to know if Jasmin plant could grow in Canada and if it is perennial or annual flower.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Mary Bahsous,

Jasmine officinale is one of the hardier jasmines.

They are usually tropical plants, wants full sun.

It depends upon the weather conditions in your place.

If you want to test if it's alive or dead - See and Scrape under the bark with your thumbnail - if it's a nice green then the vine is still alive. If a sick green or brown, then it's dead.

Observe this in your place.

Jasmines are great perennials, which needs warm temperatures.

If you planted it in a large pot, you can move it in winter indoors, and even cover it up with a large, heavy duty garbage bag and tie it around the whole pot to protect it from winter wind if temperatures go below.

Marigolds

By Shelley:Which one do you think is better at doing the job of insect repellents for Marigold ?.. Marigolds or Nasturtiums?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Shelley,

Both the Marigolds and Nasturtiums are good repellents when planting around the vegetable garden.

But it depends upon the type of the vegetables you planted and then decide on the marigolds or nasturtium for planting as insect repellents.

The roots of Marigold give off a substance which drives away the eel-worm.

They are therefore good to plant near Potatoes, Tomatoes & Roses.

Orange coloured Nasturtiums will deter Wooly Aphids, Squash Bug & Striped Pumpkin Beetles, yellow ones tend to attract the beetles.

Plant orange Nasturtium close to your garden to deter insects, & plant yellow Nasturtium far away from the garden to attract the insects.

27 th annual Home & Garden Show Feb, 26-28, 2010

Home and Garden Show

For 27 years, this Home and Garden Show has welcomed spring to northern Colorado! Save the date for this upcoming show!

Floral Art Exhibit Captures The Bursting Out Into Flower 10 to 14 March 2010

International Flower Show

Efflorescence, the bursting out into flower, is the Moment in Time Christchurch floral designer Patricia Proctor will capture in her 2010 Ellerslie International Flower Show exhibit.

Girl, 10, dreams big for NCC flowerbed competition

Bedding plants

At age 10, Avya Stolow is planting the seeds of a quiet revolution. Or at least the bedding plants of revolution.

The Sandy Hill resident is the first person to take up the National Capital Commission on its invitation to design a flower bed.

Florist That Helps Others Needs Help

Vegetative state

Watching Brett Moore now, it 's hard to believe the 23-year-old old was in a car crash three years ago that caused a traumatic brain injury.

"We were told that day it was likely he wouldn't survive the injury, and if he did, he would likely remain in a vegetative state," said Brett's dad, Scott Moore.

Thomasville Camellia Show Cancelled

Camellia flowers

Jack Frost blew colder-than-usual air in our direction forcing the Thomasville Garden Club to cancel their annual Camellia Flower show on Saturday 01/23.

Officials say the cold freeze killed most of the Camellia flowers in the area, including many of the buds.

Peony

By Guest:Is it possible to divide the root ball of a peony so I can give a start to a friend?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

Yes, it is possible to divide the peony root ball.

The more experienced gardeners use the root balls for division to multiply the peonies, otherwise, usually, the beginners use the clumps of the peonies with 3 buds is sufficient to perform the division.

Method of division:

Take out the roots out of the ground, clean with a hose pipe. You can see the crown buds.

Crown buds will actually be the part that comes through the ground after planting and forms a new peony plant when you divide peonies.

You can perform this task, and then gift your friend. All the best.

Flowers & veg. plants

By Pat:keep wood chucks or other animal away from my flowers & veg. plants

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Pat,

Now a days, Fox urine shake away which is an available woodchuck poisons or repellents has been seen with good results approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Water

By Wayne Arason:When it says to water 1 inch of water a week n, How much water is 1 inch per week ?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Wayne Arason,

I think 1 inch of water per week for a plant means 3-5 gallons of water per plant.

Jasmine

By Bill:If i plant a jasmine in a whiskey barrel on a very sunny deck will it bloom all summer. Also will it winter over in that barrell on Long Island N.Y.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Bill,

Jasmines bloom all summer. But It is not a good indoor plant. Although place it in a sunny window to protect form winter.

Annual flower show 22-24 Jan, 2010

Buds N' Blooms

The Empress Garden, one of the oldest botanical gardens in the city, is holding its centenary annual flower show- 'Buds N' Blooms' from this week-end.

The Western India Floriculture Association will display the exotic and exquisite export quality flowers in the show.

Bus Trip to Philadelphia International Flower Show 1 March, 2010

Botanical journey

On Monday, March 1, the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum is offering you the opportunity to leave the dreary winter landscape of Staten Island and take a botanical journey around the globe.

Council trims flower budget

Hanging baskets of flowers

This summer hanging baskets of flowers will once again grace Penticton's streets, albeit at the reduced quantity of baskets decided upon last year.

Last week council authorized staff to spend $12,734 (plus GST) on the displays and on the city's flower beds.

Final adieu spurs demand for flowers

Business to pick up

For traders at the Mullickghat flower market, business has been brisk in the last couple of days, but not all of them seem happy. "Last July, I sold a large garland to the organisation, Pather Panchali, for Jyoti Basu's 95th birthday. I was certainly not happy when people asked for wreaths to lay on his body," said Ashim Sasmal, owner of Sasmal Flower Decoration.

RHS announces show season winners for 2009

Horticultural excellence

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has awarded a range of prizes for its 2009 show season.

The awards recognise horticultural excellence across the society's shows, from outstanding exhibitors to awards for cultivation and research. Prizes will be presented at the RHS Annual Awards Ceremony on 15 February on the eve of the London Plant and Design Show 2010.

Food companies, farm industry helping Haiti earthquake victims

American food companies and farmers

As thousands of devastated people in Haiti continue to search for family members and friends, and cope with looting frenzies and safety, American food companies and farmers are sending help.

The magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck Haiti Jan. 12 disrupted food and water supplies into and within the nation, leaving scores of children and adults competing for whatever nutrition they can get.

African Daises

By Maria fleming:It's been 2 weeks, African Daises are not looking good and have very tiny light green bugs crawling up and down them, find small bronze/brown nests / eggs on the bottom of some of them between their dirt and mulch around them.Hoping someone there can advise-can you

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Maria fleming,

Alcohol sprays work on eradicating aphids, mealybugs, scale insects, thrips and whiteflies.

Use only 70% Isopropyl alcohol(rubbing alcohol): mix 1 to 2 cups alcohol per quart of water. Using undiluted alcohol as a spray is very risky for plants.

You can also mix up an insecticidal soap spray according to the dilution on the label but substitute alcohol for half of the water required.

How to Use: Since alcohol can damage plants always test your spray mix on a few leaves or plants first. Tests results should show up within 2 or 3 days.

You can have a look at this for further information.

http://www.comfycountrycreations.com/bugspray.htm

Birds of paradise

By Guest:I received Birds of paradise from a florist can i replant them inside or out? I live in jacksonville Fl?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir,

Bird of paradise can easily be grown as a indoor houseplant to bring a touch of the tropics to cold climate.

You can place it in a sunny spot indoors during the winter.

It blooms best when moved outside for the summer (but be careful to acclimate it to the stronger light outdoors or it could get sunburned).

They require nearly full sun in the summer and as much light as possible in winter to bloom. Be sure to bring the plant in before first frost (although it can tolerate a limited amount of time down to about 28ºF).

Flower show 19-27 Jan, 2010

The floral Qutub Minar

The flower show starts on Jan 19 and will go on till Jan 27. There would be two public announcement centres at the venue, one at the entrance and the other outside the glass house.

The main attraction this time is the replica of the Qutub Minar. It has been made with over one lakh different flowers including a variety of roses.

Phelps to hold pressed flower workshop Feb 6, 2010

Pressed flowers

A pressed flower workshop for children and the "young at heart of all ages" will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 6 at the Phelps Mansion Museum, 191 Court St., Binghamton. The cost is $10.

Master Gardener Sally Shumaker, who has won a blue ribbon at the Philadelphia Flower Show, will share her expertise in working with pressed flowers, a Victorian-era activity.

Scientists Find On/Off Switch for Flowers

Coax plants into flowering

Scientists at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have found a way to coax plants into flowering.

In a recent study, a multi-disciplinary team of NUS scientists showed that the plant version of Pin1 -- an important enzyme that is highly expressed in human cancers and markedly depressed in Alzheimer's diseased brains -- controls flowering time of plants. This is the first time that scientists have managed to turn on the flowering "switch" in plants.

FloraHolland Flower Auction annual sales drop by 5%

Plants and flowers

FloraHolland Flower Auction recorded a 5% sales decrease for 2009 with sales exceeding 3.8 billion euros. The strong euro caused a drop in sales and prices in a number of export countries.

Landscaping duties after budget forces plant removals

San Jose's Rose Garden

Budget cuts are claiming another casualty in San Jose: shrubs, flowers and other plants that are being ripped out by landscapers to save money on watering and upkeep.

The removals began in other parts of the city more than a year ago, but when some neighbors spotted the white landscaping removal signs next to plants in the Rose Garden area, they sprung into action.

Syngenta makes changes to flower divisions

Flowers wholesale

Syngenta plans to establish 2 separate organizations for its flowers wholesale and distribution activities in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Under the name of Syngenta Flowers, the wholesale organization will serve young plant producers and distributors. Syngenta Flowers will offer a range of genetic material, including the Goldsmith Seeds varieties, along with providing professional crop advice.

Lilac bushes

By Guest:When is the best time to trim lilac bushes?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/madam,

Trim the lilac bushes soon after the finishing flowering.

Remove spent blooms and do not allow the blossom to go to seed. This will force two buds to form in the place of each of this year's blooms.

Trim to shape by clipping the ends of stray branches.

Do not make straight cuts off the top, which gives lilac an unnatural appearance.

Cut suckers that have grown from the base of the bush, leaving only a few to produce new branches. These young shoots will bloom in three years.

Remove old branches and provide light to the interior of the young bush.

Cut sunflowers

By Valli:How do you care for cut sunflowers?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Valli,

Sunflower Cut Flower Care:

Keep the water in the vase of your Sunflowers fresh.

Change water every 3 days with cold water keeping the water level near the top of the vase.

Re-cut 1/2" from the base of each Sunflower stem under water using a sharp knife with each water change.

Remove any foliage that may become submerged after re-cutting. Use floral preservative such as AquaPlus or FloraLife to the vase that contains your Sunflowers with each water change. Floral preservative helps to prevent bacterial growth, aids in keeping vase water clear, and feeds your flowers and foliage which helps in a longer vase life.

or

Prepare your own cut flower food mix 1/2 teaspoon of table sugar to a quart of cold water... mixing thoroughly.

http://www.theflowerexpert.com/content/mostpopularflowers/morepopularflowers/sunflower

and

http://www.denverplants.com/floral/html/sun_flowers.htm

Orchids in bloom until Feb 21st, 2010.

Wisbech Standard

Orchids are in full bloom at The Riverfront Art Center in Stevens Point. Riverfront is hosting their annual Orchid show which combines a display of live flowers and art work.

The exhibit continues until February 21st. Admission is free.

Tet flower street to welcome Year of the Tiger Feb 11 to 16, 2010

Fresh flowers

An ocean of flowers, including apricot blossoms, the southern region's traditional Tet flower, and bonsai will be brought in from different regions of Vietnam to flood the avenue from February 11 to 16.

Chelsea Exhibitor Headlines International Judges

Chairman of Britain's Hillier Nurseries Ltd

The owner of the nursery which has won a record-breaking 64 consecutive gold medals at the Chelsea Flower Show has been confirmed as the Convenor of Judges for this year?s Ellerslie International Flower Show.

Robert Hillier, Chairman of Britain's Hillier Nurseries Ltd, will join a stellar line-up of five international judges at the 2010 Ellerslie International Flower Show ? the largest in the Show's history.

Shift in focus boosts flower exports

Cut flowers

India is gradually regaining its position as a key exporter of cut flowers, mainly carnation and gladiolus, notwithstanding an appreciating rupee and growing domestic demand.

The government has identified floriculture as a sunrise industry and accorded it a 100% export oriented status.

Plum flowers blossom early due to the abnormal weather

White colored plum flowers

Plum flowers in Bac Ha, Lao Cai province, have blossomed nearly one month before the lunar New Year due to the warm weather, according to meteorological experts.

In the last two weeks, Villages in Bac Ha have become covered in the white colored plum flowers.

Floral arrangements made possible in winter months

Winter floral workshop

Each year the Gilmer-Smith Foundation sponsors a winter floral workshop to teach people that they can make pretty flower arrangements in the winter months.

Twenty women gathered at the Gertrude Smith House yesterday to attend the workshop led by horticulturalist Cindy Puckett.

Philadelphus

By Trevor: What is the best way of preventing Philadelphus (Mock Orange Blossom) from wilting? Is there a modern flower food possibly with added detergent that will aid water uptake?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Trevor,

The Philadelphus plants are easily prone to wilt.

The Philadelphus stems naturally feed the flowers with sugars. If you add a bit of sugar (1 tsp.) to the vase water, this will help feed the flower stems and extend their vase life.

We do not know the flower food with added detergents.

Irises

By Mary:my irises bud but then they blast or dry ,and never bloom. some are new plants others are older.whats wrong or what can i do yhey get full sun.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Mary ,

Aphids or thrips are causing the blossom problem.

Spray with a systemic insecticide like orthene next spring.

Parrot Flower

By Sharon:I would like to know if this flower "Parrot Flower" (Impatiens Psittacina), truly exists. Would you please let me know?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sharon,

Yes, it is a Parrot Flower. It is the native of Thailand. It is a rare endangered species and therefore is a protected species in thailand.

Boston and RI Flower Show, plus other events, scheduled Feb. 18-21 & March 24-28, 2010

Flower & Garden Show

The Rhode Island Spring Flower & Garden Show will return for the 17th year go the RI Convention Center Feb. 18-21.

There will also be a new Boston Flower & Garden Show held March 24-28 at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston. More to come on that.

Castle Donington and District Flower Club have released their events schedule for 2010 second Wednesday of each month.

How to use flowers and foliage

Monthly meetings where a flower arranger will demonstrate how to use flowers and foliage to its best advantage and create wonderful artistic designs.

Farmers find flower planting more profitable

Cultivating flowers from crops

Farmers of the Trilochonpur union in Jhenidah district have switched over to cultivating flowers from crops like paddy and jute, because it has been proved more profitable to them. Flowers, which can be cultivated three times a year, are improving the financial conditions of the farmers of the area. They say that they are not starving anymore. 'We live in brick built houses now,' says a flower grower.

Tribute back in full bloom

Floral tribute

Marigolds have been popping up in gardens across Ararat as residents band together to support Ararat Primary School 800's ANZAC Day tribute.

The school is set to create a spectacular floral tribute this year after enlisting the assistance of local gardening enthusiasts.

Florists expect drop in sales

Drop in flower sales

Florists in the city expect a 20% drop in flower sales due to the double celebration of Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day this year.

Flower shop owner Ann Yong, who has been in the business for more than 12 years, said sales were expected to dip next month as the festivals were usually celebrated separately.

Grass to Replace Flower Carpet in Gwanghwamun Plaza

Wide flower carpet was replaced

The flower carpet in the Gwanghwamun Plaza will be turned into a lawn. The Seoul Metropolitan Government on Thursday said the area behind the statue of King Sejong, currently being used as an outdoor ice rink, will be made into a lawn instead and will open to the public in March.

Iris

By Trudy Jones:several of my Iris's have brown spots on their leaves.What causes this and how can it be treated.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Trudy Jones,

Probably it is Narcissus bulb fly is most important of the species that attack flowering bulbs. Damage is usually well advanced before presence is discovered. Maggots of lesser species usually attack unhealthy bulbs.

Solution - Dig up infected bulbs and soak them for 1 1/2 hours in water kept at temperature of 110 to 115 degrees. If you know how to handle calcium cyanide and its gas, you can fumigate the bulbs, keeping them for 4 hours in a fumigation chamber.

or

Probably it is Heterosporium leaf spot, or iris leaf spot, which is the most common disease

Control - Removing and burning or burying all diseased leaves in the fall will greatly reduce the amount of fungal inoculum available for infection the following spring and frequently will provide sufficient disease control.

Solution - Under severe disease conditions, a fungicide spray program is recommended. Usually 4 to 6 sprays of a fungicide containing chlorothalonil (e.g. Daconil 2787), mancozeb (e.g. Fore, Dithane, or Penncozeb), or trifloxystrobin (e.g. Compass) starting when the leaves are 4 to 6 inches high and repeated at 7 to 10 day intervals, will control the disease. Because of the waxy nature of iris leaves it is important to add either a commercial spreader-sticker or 1/4 teaspoon of a household liquid detergent to each gallon of spray to aid in wetting the foliage.

Daisies

By :Do daisies might their roots saturated in water? Do you have a list of flowers that don't mind their roots saturated?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Jacquie,

I do not think that daisies can tolerate to sit in water.

I think , The duckweed family (Lemnaceae) contains 38 species of minute flowering plants, floating at the surface of ponds, swamps and quiet streams. They are distributed throughout the world, particularly in warm temperate and tropical regions.

Descanso Gardens Offers Flower Market Tour Jan. 16.

Flower Mart with floral designer

Shop the district with floral designer and instructor, Ray Tucker, on a walking tour of the region's number one source for flowers. Sponsored by Descanso Gardens, this morning tour takes place from 7-10 a.m. on Jan. 16.

Classes at New England Wild Flower Society through out January

Winter Botany

This program builds knowledge and skills for recognizing wetland trees and shrubs in winter. The morning session is spent indoors learning key identification features.

Corpse flower to bloom at Milwaukee museum

A titan arum plant

A nearly 7-foot-tall exotic plant will soon stink up the Milwaukee Public Museum.

A titan arum plant, also known as a "corpse flower," is preparing to flower. Museum curator of botany Neil Luebke expects it to occur within the next two weeks.

Flower Garden 2.1 Opens iPhone In-App Flower Shop

Winter-themed seeds

The most significant update for Flower Garden since its original launch back in April is now available on the App Store. An in-app Flower Shop provides in-app purchases for more seed types, extra pots, new garden space, and even fertilizer! More seeds and pots has been the most-requested feature by fans for many months.

Local flowers may dominate world

10-year development plan for the flower industry

Da Lat City's flowers industry could dominate the world market within a decade with the right management, an expert told a recent conference in Da Lat.

U.S. Postal Service makes it easier to send flowers

Choice of flora and fauna

U.S. Postal Service has announced the subjects of its 2010 stamp program.

Art director Ethel Kessler working with illustrator Kam Mak, decided to focus on some of the common ways the Lunar New Year Holiday is celebrated. To commemorate the Year of the Tiger, they chose narcissus flowers, considered auspicious at any time of year and thus especially appropriate at this time of renewed hope for the future.

4 flowers named 2010 All-America Selections

Gaillardia, Snapdragon, Viola and Zinnia

For 2010, the All-America Selections are four flowers. There are no vegetable winners this year. There will be some in 2011. This year's winners include a gaillardia, snapdragon, viola and zinnia. The four flowers are unique, and proven superior in replicated tests across North America.

Clitheroe flower bed displays could become town centre 'edible gardens'

Floral display

A Scheme to turn flower beds into edible gardens in Clitheroe has been put forward by councilors. As part of the project floral display boxes would be filled with vegetables which could be picked by local people.

Plant to bring beauty

By Nancy:The front of my house is facing north and is very shady. what so you suggest I plant to bring beauty to my front yard? How do I get rid of yucca plants?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Nancy,

Geraniums, Pansies, Arum lilies, Ivy, Ferns, Euphorbias, Day lilies can be put up in shady areas.

Yucca plants are very hardy plants. Once established are difficult to eradicate.

Cutting them to ground and burning them may help to eradicate. Try it.

Lily

By Kayla:I cut a lily recently to display in a vase. It had two buds on it. The next day, the flower had wilted, but one of the buds had bloomed very large and pretty. Is this normal? I thought after the flower was cut, no new blooms would show.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Kayla,

Yes, it is normal in case. This is because the flower which opened first will wilt first and the buds to be opened will open in a vase with the help of sufficient water and less amount of bacteria.

Rhode Island flower show will feature 'timeless gardens' Feb 18-21, 2010

Spring Flower & Garden Show

Rhode Island's Spring Flower & Garden Show is scheduled to take place Feb. 18-21 at the Rhode Island Convention Center.

Thirty gardens created for the show will reflect its "Timeless Gardens" theme, looking at styles and motifs from the Roaring 20's through the flower-power 60's.

Public Invited for Input About Specialty Crop Priorities Jan 13, 2010

Ohio Department of Agriculture

Producers, educational institutions and consumers are all invited to a meeting at the Ohio Department of Agriculture to offer input on how the department can best promote the specialty crop industry in Ohio through the 2010 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program.

The meeting will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 13 at 11 a.m. at the Ohio Department of Agriculture, Seminar Room A, 8995 E. Main St., Reynoldsburg.

Freezing temperatures hamper farmers

Largest daffodil producer can't export any flowers

The recent snow and freezing temperatures have seriously hampered farmers in Jersey.The island's largest daffodil producer can't export any flowers because the weather has stunted the flower's growth.

Government boost needed for Da Lat floriculture to bloom

Da Lat Flower Association

Da Lat is endowed with perfect weather for growing flowers, but with local floriculturists trailing their foreign counterparts in this regard, the Central Highlands city needs to devise plans for the sector's sustainable development.

Subhkam Ventures To Up Stake in Nagarjuna Agri Tech

Floriculture company

Subhkam Ventures holding will go up to 33%, marginally ahead of the promoter group of Nagarjuna Agri Tech.

Subhkam Ventures is hiking stake in small sized floriculture company Nagarjuna Agri Tech by converting its warrants into equity paying 80% premium to the ruling stock price. Subhkam already owns 29% stake in the company pursuant to a preferential allotment in November?08 and part conversion of warrants early last year and with the stake hike its holding will go up to 33%, marginally ahead of the promoter group of Nagarjuna Agri Tech.

Nasturtiums

By Shelley: Are Nasturtiums good as an insect repellent flower?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Yes, Nasturtiums are one of the most common flowers to plant as a natural useful insect repellent. You can plant them around broccoli, squash, pumpkins, cauliflower, cabbage family, radishes, tomatoes, beans, cucumbers and fruit trees.

They ward off moths, beetles, squash bugs, white flies and trap crop for aphids.

Morning Glories

By Chris: I want to plant Morning Glories around our dog kennel fence. Are they poison to animals?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Yes, Morning glory is a poisonous flower. It is poisonous to dogs. Stomach upset, hallucinations. are seen among dogs.

Floral workshop on 11 Jan, 2010

YumaSun

A floral design workshop hosted by the Yuma Garden Club for all county garden club members is Monday, 11 Jan, 2010 at the Sun Leisure Estates, 14125 Mark Drive, at 1:30 p.m.

Entries invited for flower show plant exhibit competition

7th Space

The Hong Kong Flower Show 2010, presented by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), will be held in Victoria Park for 10 days from March 19-28.

Singapore and Missouri Botanical Gardens Will Celebrate Their 150th Anniversaries Together

zandavisitor

Singapore and Missouri Botanical Gardens Will Celebrate Their 150th Anniversaries n Friday, Jan. 29 at 4 p.m. in the Shoenberg Theater to celebrate the Missouri Botanical Garden?s 92nd annual Orchid Show, which makes its debut Friday. Jan. 30.

January is National Mailorder Gardening Month, so start planning your projects

mlive

January is National Mailorder Gardening Month. A hallmark of this promotional event is magazines and catalogs from celebrated icons and new-comers.

Gardening classes available through Rutgers Extension

NJ

Rutgers Cooperative Extension, New Jersey is continuing its fifth Master Gardener Training Program.

FloraHolland Flower Auction sees fall in sales but still beats forecast

hortweek

FloraHolland Flower Auction closed a difficult year with sales down 5% on 2008.

flower per table "at home environment"

By Viviana:We were thinking that the use of only one kind of flower per table, but different amongst tables, could add a home taste that enhances the space. The intimate quality of letting you feel you're in a grand home.what would you do?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Viviana,

The theme you chose is very good.

As you said, the flowers should be of different type and colors for every table.

In the same way, if you chose the flowers with different type of arrangement for each and every table, that would be good. The same type of arrangement on each table will be a monotony.

Using a different type of flowers with different colors and different type of arrangements on different tables would break the monotony and fills the air with variety of fragrances and a feel at home kind.

Iris flowers

By Yvonne Calloway:Why would iris flowers turn completely white over time when they originally had color?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Yvonne Calloway,

It is seen that iris flowers change or mutate from one color to another, after a period of time, the pollen from other flowers will make the Iris flowers different. Extreme weather changes also effect the color change.

But bearded Irises do not change the color, even when extreme weather changes.

Rose show Jan 9&10, 2010 and Jan15 & 16, 2010

29th All India Rose Show

The two-day 29th All India Rose Show will be held at government Rose Garden on January 9 and 10. Madhya Pradesh Rose Society and Directorate of Horticulture & Horticulture Mission (MP) will be jointly organising this show.

The Bombay Rose Society will hold similar competition on January 15 and 16 in Mumbai.

The Language of flowers Exhibit Held At CRG Gallery Jan 9 - Feb 13, 2010

The symbolic nature of the flower/p>

This exhibition takes Bataille's essay(The Language of flowers) as a starting point and aperture through which we can focus on different artists that have incorporated the flower into their work in various forms.

Sa Dec's flower village gets ready for Tet

Famous flowers and plants

Tan Quy Dong Flower Village, located in Sadec Town in the Mekong Delta's Dong Thap Province, is busy in the peak flower-growing season to brace for the coming Tet holiday.

The village, watered by the silt rich Tien River and nourished by the southern sun, is home to hundreds of famous flowers and plants of the region.

Police release sketch of suspect in Monticello robbery

Robbed a flower shop

Monticello police on Thursday released a sketch of the man they believe robbed a flower shop in that city on Tuesday. The drawing is similar to the one Paxton police have released for the man they say held up a beauty salon there with a knife and sexually assaulted an employee.

Police continue to investigate whether the same man may have committed both crimes, as well as a robbery on Monday at a beauty supply facility in Mattoon.

Prices of traditional Chinese herbs up an average 20%

Honeysuckle flowers

Prices of some Chinese herbs have shot up by some three times over the past six months, on the back of rising demand. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioners said concerns over H1N1 in China and poor harvest due to bad weather, have unexpectedly spurred domestic sales, resulting in a dip in export volume.

Herbs like honeysuckle flowers were selling for about S$50 a kilogram half a year ago. Today, you would have to fork out a whopping S$135 for them.

Koller to speak on hedges at next Horticultural Alliance meeting

Woody ornamental plants

Gary Koller, a horticulturist specializing in woody ornamental plants, will discuss how using hedges adds structure to our residential gardens at the next meeting of the Horticultural Alliance of the Hamptons. His illustrated lecture will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, in the main auditorium of the Bridgehampton Community House.

Professors seek to give LEED credits to plants

Energy and Environmental Design credit

Research involving toxin-absorbing plants is LEED-ing the way for a new Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design credit.

'We want to give formal LEED credits for indoor air quality by removing [volatile organic compounds] using plants,' said Svoboda Pennisi, an associate professor in the horticulture department.

ABC Free Flower Arranging Classes from 11 Jan, 2010

Flower and Garden Show

The Anguilla Beautification Club is doing it again. Just in time for the 11th anniversary of the Flower and Garden Show, the ABC is offering free flower arranging classes.

Beginning on 11th January 2010 from 5:00 to 7:00pm classes will be held every Monday for one month at the hall of the Soroptimist Day Care Centre. Bring your own flowers and foliage, local or bought and learn to make beautiful artistic bouquets and arrangements just like you always dreamt of doing.

Iris, Daylilies plant and roses

By Michelle:How will I keep Iris and Daylilies plant from spreading? I like them but I don't like it when they spread too much. My next question is: One of my roses plant seems stop having flowers last year, the plant is not that old yet, it is only 12-15 inches. What will I do?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Michelle,

1. Iris and Daylilies can be made to reduce spreading by dividing the clumps every 3-5 years.

2. Give your rose a good feed.

For Hybrid Tea types, Polyantha, Floribunda Types: The first feeding should come in early spring as soon as leaf buds begin to swell. Clear away mulch and work plant food into soil around the plant. Use 1 rounded tablespoonful of fertilizer per plant (or 1 pound per 25 square feet of bed area). Second feeding should be made at the same rate and immediately following the first heavy bloom. Third feeding, also at same rate, should be made in late summer ... northern areas not later than August 15. In soutern areas, where blooming extends into October and November, a fourth feeding should be made about the first of October. Many growers follow a regular monthly feeding program during the growing season with good results.

Tea Roses: Use one half of the above amounts, applying in a similar manner and at the same times.

Hybrid Perpetual, Climbing, Shrub Roses: Feed 1 rounded tablespoonful of fertilizer to each square foot of space around the bush in early spring. Feed again when blooms start to appear. In both cases work the fertilizer lightly into the soil to within 4 inches of the plant.

Dyed blue dendrobium orchid

By Ebony:I am hosting a turquoise and yellow wedding reception. The dyed blue dendrobium orchid is to be used as the primary flower with in the centerpiece. What kind of flower would your recommend as a compliment to the orchid?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Ebony,

In my view, White call lilies, Stephenotis flowers can be a combination for the Blue dyed dendrobiums.

Entries invited for flower show exhibit contest untill February 12

Hong Kong Flower Show

The Leisure & Cultural Services Department invites entries for the Hong Kong Flower Show 2010 plant exhibit competition, open until February 12. Winning entries will be displayed at the show, to be held at Victoria Park from March 19 to 28.

Frost damages 30% of Colombia's flower production

Flower industry

Ongoing freezing temperatures have damaged 30% of the Colombia's flower production, announced the Association of Colombian Flower Growers on Wednesday.

The loss was predominately caused by the freezing temperatures plaguing the Sabana de Bogota region, which accounts for 70% of Colombian flower exports.

Da Lat farewells flower fest with wine

Flower festival

Da Lat City farewelled 300,000 visitors to its flower festival with more than 5,000 litres of free wine at an open air event. At the Flower and Wine Road Gala on Monday on Yersin Street beside the Xuan Huong Lake, wine tasters were offered samples from local wineries Da Lat Wine, Vinh Tien Wine and Lang Biang Wine plus winegrowers from France, Italia, Spain, South Africa, Australia, Chile and the US.

Flowers stolen from cemetery

Thieves stole flowers

Relatives of a Mansfield Woodhouse woman have been left heartbroken after thieves stole flowers from her grave for a second time in 12 months.

Pensioner Robert Curry found a display basket stolen from the resting place of wife Elizabeth, known as Beatrice, at Mansfield Woodhouse Cemetery just a day after his daughter had left it.

Over 900ha devoted to Tet flowers in HCM City

Growing flowers and Ornamental plants

The total area in Ho Chi Minh City allotted for growing flowers and ornamental plants for the upcoming Tet (Lunar New Year) holidays has now reached 903 hectares.

The city's Agricultural Promotion Center said January 5 that of this area, 402 hectares are being used to grow yellow apricot blossom plants, 17 percent more than last year.

All-America Selections announces additional 2010 winners

PowWow Wild Berry

All-America Selections has announced 5 additional winners for 2010. These plants are now available to all distribution channels allowing growers time to order seed and for retailers to plan on carrying the plants for upcoming spring sales. Echinacea purpurea 'PowWow Wild Berry' is an AAS Flower Award Winner.

Flower blooms

By Guest:Once the flower blooms and falls off will they rebloom?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/madam,

Once a flower falls off, it will not rebloom.

Though some flowering plants will rebloom after it finishes its first crop of flowering.

Many Phalaenopsis - Orchids will bloom for months from the time the first flower opens.

Anthuriums

By Robertson:Are anthuriums leaves toxic for pets? Our dog chewed on a leaf?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Robertson,

Anthurium parts are all posinous.

Anthurium (Anthurium species): leaves cause severe burning in mouth and skin irritation.

Anthurium them out of reach of children and pets.

Show the dog to a vet.

Annual Aiken Camellia Show will be held at the Aiken Mall 9&10 Jan, 2010

Flower arrangements

The 57th annual Aiken Camellia Show comes into bloom this weekend at Aiken Mall. The show will be open to the public from 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday.

the American Camellia Society's standards for the flowers, and the show is sponsored by the Aiken Camellia Society. The show usually averages about 1,000 flowers entered each year, according to society member Stephanie Weldon.

Floral Design Course Set at DSLCC Rockbridge Center Feb 3 -Apr 14, 2010

Flower preparation and the many styles of arrangements

"Floral Design" is a ten-week non-credit course scheduled on Wednesdays, February 3 -April 14, from 6 to 8 p.m., (no class March 10) at the Dabney S. Lancaster Community College Rockbridge Regional Center in Buena Vista.

Students will learn about the basics of artistic design, materials used in flower arranging, flower preparation and the many styles of arrangements.

Da Lat hopes to link flowers with ecotourism

Flower production

A seminar January 3 in the central resort town of Da Lat highlighted the importance of developing ecotourism in conjunction with the region's flower-growing capacity.

Ideas for capitalizing on the area's vast blossoms to boost tourism were presented at the annual Da Lat Flower Festival in the province of Lam Dong.

World's top flower auctioneer says '09 sales fall

Flowers and the flower industry

Sales at the world's largest flower auction house Flora Holland fell 5 percent in 2009, the company said on Tuesday, as relatively stable volumes were offset by price declines in some markets.

But the sales decline was only half of what was expected, Flora Holland said, as demand held up among western European consumers. According to Flora Holland the country is responsible for about 60 percent of the world's flower exports.

Hanoi Flower Festival closes with traditional ceremony

Hanoi Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism

The event closed on January after an impressive closing ceremony with quan ho and hat xam singing, tea-making rituals and calligraphic art performances.

Nguyen Khac Loi, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, said that nearly three million people visited the festival.

Michelin-starred Hand & Flowers owners to open second venue

Hand & Flowers

Tom and Beth Kerridge, owners of the Michelin-starred Hand & Flowers in Marlow, are to open a second establishment in the market town later this month, Caterer can reveal.

The winners of the 2007 Catey Newcomer Award have taken on the lease of the Clayton Lounge in Oxford Road.

European winter chills fresh produce demand

Snowstorms and subfreezing temperatures

Extreme winter conditions in Europe ? the worst in five years ? are causing jitters within the Kenya's horticulture industry because of a significant cut in outdoor activities that has stymied orders for exports for the high season that runs between February and May.

While December falls within the cyclic winter season in Europe, flowers, fruits and vegetable exporters say cold temperatures have hit the purchase of flowers and hindered transportation of fresh produce from the main airports to the hinterland, mostly served by trains and trucks.

Carnations

By Paul Portelli:Is it safe to leave carnation out in the open in summer when the temperature is between 35 to 40 deg. C

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Paul Portelli,

Carnations develop best at relatively low temperatures.

They need night temperatures at 50?60° F. The temperature during the day can be somewhat higher, from 58?75° F, depending on light levels. IF you keep both night and day tempertarures slightly low, then it encourages lateral branching and increases in length and plant height.

58 degrees fahrenheit = 14.4 degrees centigrade

75 degrees fahrenheit = around 24 degrees centigrade

I think its better to bring them indoors in summer in hot areas.

Pink Italian Heather plant

By Guest:I bought a pink Italian Heather plant. Can I grow it in a container instead of ground? And put inside during Winter?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/madam,

Heathers can be grown in containers.

Erica plant is a a Heath plant and is often referred to as Heather, is not an easy plant when used indoors because it must have direct sun all day long. So unless you have a very sunny south-facing window that is uncovered throughout the day and is not blocked by any buildings or trees, your plant will struggle.

California Gift Show Jan 12-18, 2010

Flower creations

The California Gift Show, running January 12-18, will feature new lines including Royal Apothic which is only four months old and already on Oprah's O List.

Yukiko Miyai, creator of Claycraft by Deco clay flower creations, will teach a "make and take" at the convention center for buyers to learn how to make handmade flowers for table arrangements, centerpieces, and bouquets.

Chelsea Flower Show coming to Perth Jan. 12, 2010

Horticultural celebration

The Perth Hort Society is excited to have obtained a copy of the DVD covering the 2009 Chelsea Flower Show in England, so the January, 2010 meeting has been deemed Film Night, complete with popcorn. If you have always wanted to attend the "greatest horticultural celebration in the world" but have not been able to find the time or money to do so, now is your chance.

Join us Jan. 12, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. in the library at the Perth & District Collegiate Institute and as usual, bring a friend to share in the excitement.

It's c-c-cold. Here's how to save your plants

Save your plants

If you think you're cold, consider your plants. Try saving them from this arctic air by acting now.

Rose Parade float makers paste on their final flowers

Rose Parade begins

With only hours remaining before the Rose Parade begins, volunteers gathered in Pasadena this afternoon to paste the final flower petals on the floats.

Crescent Moon Florals opens in Mayville

Crescent Moon Florals

Crescent Moon Florals, 115 S. Main St., Mayville, opened Saturday. Owner/designer Petra Schmidt opened Crescent Moon Florals on Dec. 19, after more than a year of freelance work.

DIY Wedding Flowers is Fastest Growing Trend for 2010

DIY Wedding flowers

FiftyFlowers.com announces that 2009 year-end sales increased 25% over previous year and one million brides shopped for wedding flowers on their leading website. Page views for the site also increased to 14 million, while time spent on the site nearly doubled.

Bougainvillea

By Stephen foster:Are Bougainvillea annuals, and with the thorns do they belong to the rose family?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Stephen foster,

The Bougainvillea plant can either be vines, trees, or shrubs with sharp thorns.

Bougainvillea is tropical, it's usually grown as an annual in cold-winter areas.

They do not belong to Rose family.

Kingdom - Plantae

Division - Magnoliophyta

Class - Magnoliopsida

Order - Caryophyllales

Family - Nyctaginaceae

Genus - Bougainvillea

Species - Bougainvillea spectabilis

Clematis

By Peggy:I have a clematis that starts out really well and then about a month or so the leaves start turning brown and dry, I water it almost every day because its in the sun about 6 to 7 hours a day. Why does this happen?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Peggy,

Usually, a Young clematis is extremely susceptible to crown rot, which is a disease. Crown Rot can usually be prevented by treating the clematis plant with a garden or flower fungicide throughout the growing season.

Clematis need to have a cool root zone. Place a layer of mulch around the base (not exceeding 1.5") of the plant or plant clematis by shrubs, perennials, or annuals that will shade the root system. You can give A "pinch" of lawn and garden lime or about a half cup mixed in a hole 1' in diameter and 1' deep which is helpful as clematis prefer a slightly alkaline pH.

Or

Your Clematis is suffering from clematis mildew, which is always worse when the plant is under stress and particularly in warm, dry conditions which causes stress at the roots.

Cleveland Home & Garden Show 22 - 31 Jan 2010 (annual)

Spectacular gardens

Ohio's Great Lakes Expo Center hosts the Cleveland Home & Garden Show, the biggest in the United States. Expect spectacular gardens, full-size homes, "how to" demonstrations, horticultural contests, an arts and crafts fair, children's activities, music, food and fun.

Ag Expo showcases state's agriculture industry Jan. 15 - Jan. 16.

Agriculture and related businesses/p>

The 28th annual exposition, coordinated by the North Louisiana Agri-Business Council, is set for Jan. 15-16 at the Ike Hamilton Exposition Center in West Monroe.

Ag Expo 2010 will be held simultaneously with the Louisiana Cattlemen's Association Annual Meeting, which will be based at the Hilton Garden Inn across from the Ike.

Israel reopens Gaza crossing for flower, strawberry export

Flower Export

Israel has on Sunday opened one of the border crossing points in southern Gaza Strip to export flowers and strawberries to Europe and allow humanitarian aids and fuels into the impoverished enclave, officials said.

Rose Parade Thrilled Thousands

Roses Parade

All the world loves a parade, and Southern California was no exception on 2nd jan, when gloriously-warm skies and hundreds of thousands of people greeted the 121st Tournament of Roses Parade as it rolled, marched and snowboarded down Colorado Boulevard.

Pineapple innovation a first

Horticulture Award

James Skuthorp, Pinearama, Yeppoon, recently won a horticulture award for chemical and fertiliser innovation.

The prize was awarded by Fitzroy River and Coastal Catchments Inc to the Skuthorps who produce around 800 tonnes of pineapples annually supplying 50/50 percent to the fresh market and cannery locally through Tropical Pines.

Bringing orchids down to earth

Taiwan, California reap orchid union

Tiny Taiwan, whose technological prowess makes everything from laptops to cell phones affordable to the global masses, is putting another once high-priced product within reach of the common consumer ? orchids.

The flowers are now found in Costco, Wal-Mart and Trader Joe's for as little as $15 or less, a bargain for a plant that takes up to two years to grow and whose blooms can last as long as a month or two. Taiwan is the world's leading producer of phalaenopsis orchids, one of the most popular varieties.

State horticulture growth on upswing

Integrated Development of Horticulture

The State's horticulture sector has witnessed a visible growth since the inception of the Technology Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture in 2001-02. Official data put the growth rate achieved in vegetables at 13.86 per cent, 38.14 per cent and 30.11 per cent respectively vis-à-vis area, production and productivity.

Maltese Cross

Most people consider a flower only for what it looks like. Then there are a few oddballs (like me!) who will grow a flower just because it has an interesting history behind it. Maltese cross is such a flower.

Bright red in color, Maltese cross flowers bear a resemblance to those symbols by the same name that you've seen on flags, badges and coats of arms. If you've read much history, you may know that there's a long history behind the Maltese cross symbol -- as well as its namesake plant.

Irises

By Guest:My irises are blooming, but I find that so many have turned "white". What has happened to the color?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

We do not know the exact reason, but we have seen that iris flowers change or mutate from one color to another, after a period of time, the pollen from other flowers will make the Iris flowers different. Extreme weather changes also effect the color change.

But bearded Irises do not change the color, even when extreme weather changes.

Cosmo seeds

By Guest:My son planted cosmo seeds in a small 4" clay pot. I wanted to plant them in my garden, any suggestions when I should do this.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

I think the cosmos seedlings when are more than 8 inches in height , can be transplanted to other place for growth.

Pink heather plant

By kathleen:How to take care of pink heather plant as well as whether or not this can be planted outdoors. Will this bloom all spring/summer?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear kathleen,

Keep Hydrangeas in a cool spot (65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit; 18 to 22 degrees Celsius), away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, direct drafts from a ceiling fan, and the tops of televisions or radiators. (Appliances like televisions give off heat, causing flowers to dehydrate.)

Keep the floral foam soaked in water containing floral food provided by your florist.

Keep the vase filled with water containing floral food provided by your florist.

Remove leaves that will be below the waterline. Leaves in water will promote bacterial growth that can harm the flowers.

Cut the stem with sharp pruning shears. Place in warm water containing fresh floral food to promote flower opening.

Floral food is a combination of additives that help to nourish the flowers and discourage bacteria from growing in the water. It is one of the best and easiest ways to extend the life of your flowers.

Floralite

By Cheryl:I want to pick fresh flowers and put on tables. should i pick friday morning, put in floralite and keep cool or will they be wilty? just do sat morning and no florallite for that evening?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Cheryl,

You can pluck the flowers the day before the wedding, and place the flowers in the vase with the flower food. This helps the flowers to remain fresh the next morning.

Lilly buds

By Jeanne:How long does it take for the lilly buds to open .

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Jeanne,

Usually a lily bud will flower in 2 days at 27C (81F), 2.7 days at 21C (70F), 3 days at 18C (65F) and slightly less than 4 days at 15C (59F).

Flora Egypt Fair Jan 2010 (annual)

Fresh cut flowers and ornamental plants

Flora Egypt Fair is an international exhibition of fresh cut flowers and ornamental plants held at Cairo Fair Grounds. Along with stunning displays, the fair offers meetings and workshops on all horticultural matters, from marketing to future trends.

Classes coming up for Mahaska gardeners Feb. 4, 11 and 18

Garden flowers as cut flowers

The Iowa State University Extension Master Gardeners of Mahaska County are offering classes for beginning gardeners to gain the knowledge and skills to be successful gardeners. The classes will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 4, 11 and 18.

California Gears Up for Annual Rose Parade

A colorful New Year's Day tradition

In California, preparations are underway for the annual Rose Parade, a colorful New Year's Day tradition. Volunteers are working around the clock to decorate parade floats with flowers, plants and other organic materials.

Hundreds of thousands of people will line the streets of Pasadena to see the flower-covered floats, marching bands and equestrian units.

Ethiopia's flower industry hit by world crisis, reschedules loan payments

Sharp shock of the financial crisis for international flower market

The international flower market has been suddenly hit by the sharp shock of the financial crisis, creating painful consequences. As a result, the major financial institution engaged in lending money to the flower producers, the Development Bank of Ethiopia has rescheduled the loan payment duration, reports Capital.

New records set by Ha Noi flower festival

Guinness records

Three new Viet Nam Guinness records will be presented at the second Ha Noi Flower Festival. The records, including the longest train on an ao dai (traditional dress), the biggest rattan vase of lotus flowers and the biggest shell-inlaid wooden block presenting a royal proclamation by King Ly Thai To.

Study finds that flowers pose no risk to patients and can improve health

Flowers are no more dangerous

The study and survey of Royal Brompton and Chelsea & Westminster Hospitals found little evidence to support claims that flowers harbour dangerous bacteria, leading to them being banned from many wards.

In a study by Giskin Day and Naiome Carter of Imperial College, published on the medical website bmj.com, it was claimed that flowers could even help to improve a patient's health and recovery.

Acacia plant can release chemicals to stop ants from interfering in pollination

Acacia plant

In a new research, scientists have found that the acacia plant can stop ants from interfering in their pollination process, by producing chemicals that send the approaching insects into a defensive frenzy, forcing them into retreat.

In Africa and in the tropics, aggressive, stinging ants feed on the sugary nectar the acacia plant provides and live in nests protected by its thick bark.

Gerbera plants

By Janet:Should I discard the gerbera plants and purchase a new indoor flowering house plant.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear janet,

After the last flowers are spent, you should discard the plants and purchase a new indoor flowering gerbera house plant.

Ranunculus

By Scotts:The ranunculus lost their petals a couple weeks ago. They didn't hardly last a month, while the other flowers seem to be doing well. Have no idea what happened. Any suggestions will be appreciated.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Scotts,

Ranunculus are frost-hardy cool-season perennials. They perform best where winters are relatively mild and springs are long and cool. The roots tolerate soil temperatures to 10°F, while growing plants can handle temperatures below 20°F for several hours.

Care for Ranunculus:-

You should plant them in pots indoors in February for transplanting later.

Place pots in a south- or west-facing window or under grow lights. Temperatures around 55°F are ideal.

In early spring, gradually acclimate plants to outdoors by putting them out for more time each day (bring them in at night).

You can plant them outdoors by mid-April in zones 6 and 7 (mid-May in zones 4 and 5).

Spring-planted ranunculus will bloom in June or July.

Probably there was high temperatures for your plant to survive.

Or

If it has finished blooming for the season leave the foliage in place; don't cut it off. The leaves will gather sunlight and provide nourishment for next year's show. Water as needed during active growth periods. Ranunculus actually prefer not to be watered while dormant.

At the end of the summer the leaves will yellow and die back as the plant slips into dormancy. Foliage many be removed at this point. Your ranunculus will rest for a few months before beginning the next growing cycle.

Taking in the Rose Parade 1st Jan, 2010

Tournament of Roses

Every New Year's Day for the past 120 years, the streets of Pasadena have been lined with flower-covered floats for the annual Rose Parade. It's a tradition that most locals partake in year in, year out.

Garden workshops offer wisdom from the ground up - every Thursday of Jan, Feb, March 2010

Master gardener's landscape

Collier County Master Gardeners Program and the Collier County Extension Service have announced their list of public classes for 2010, and there's some straightforward education for every plant lover in Southwest Florida on it. Classes are from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. each Thursday

Flower shop garners decorating prizes

Forever Flowers and Gifts

A West Main Street businesswoman has won the two top prizes in this year's Storefront Decorating Contest.

Forever Flowers and Gifts at 493 W. Main St., owned by Ninette Aldi, took the grand prize as well as The Mayor's Choice Award for a display including greenery and red ribbons.

Local Couple Breaks Record With Flower

Zinnias

A pair of gardeners in Riegelwood has landed the Guinness World Record for the world's tallest zinnias.

The record breaking zinnias measuring twelve-feet eight-inches grew from heirloom seeds passed down from gardener Everett Wallace Jr's family.

USDA Conducts 2009 Census of Horticulture

National Agricultural Statistics Service

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service began gathering data for the 2009 Census of Horticultural Specialties to measure the state of the horticulture industry.

"The current economy has been especially hard on the floriculture and nursery industry," said Carol House, NASS Deputy Administrator. "This census will help us understand the effects of the economic downturn on this sector."

'Chinar', the pride of Kashmir, is under threat

The magic of Kashmir

Renowned Chinar trees that boast attraction of millions of tourists to watch in excess of years in Kashmir valley are nowadays facing challenge for their survival.

Environment of Kashmir, which has been witnessing destructive behavior taking place all around much to its loss, must be feeling yet more depressing as Chinars are slowly getting exposed to threats.

Man charged with stealing horticulture books

Royal Horticultural Society's London library

William Jacques, 40, a former Cambridge University student, allegedly stole 13 volumes worth £50,000 from the Royal Horticultural Society's London library.

They were 13 volumes of "Nouvelle Iconographies des Camellias" by 19th century Belgian author Ambroise Verschaffelt valued at approximately £50,000 and the books contained an array of coloured images of the Camellia flower, as well as explanatory text.

AEZ for floriculture

Million flower bulbs per annum

Six Agri-Export Zones (AEZ) have been setup to promote the floriculture industry in key producing regions in various parts of the country, namely Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Sikkim and Uttarakhand. Besides setting up Agri Export Zones (AEZ), the Government has also implemented a number of schemes to promote floriculture in the country.

Daisy but smaller

By Diana:I'm looking for a flower that looks like daisy but smaller , it's like an artificial flower but it closes when it's wet, may I know what's the flower's name and where can I buy it , coz' I heard that it's from brazil

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Diana,

I think you are talking about,

Mimosa pudica, 'Humble Plant' or 'Shy Plant' or 'Sensitive Plant' (mee-MOS-a: pu-DEE-ka) Mimosaceae: This species is a fun novelty plant with fern like leaves that when touched close up and fold downward. Plants have small thorns and compound leaves like a locust tree. It is native of brazil.

Persian Violets Devine

By Deanna:Can you provide any information on this beautiful "Persian Violets Devine" plant and How to care it?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Deanna,

Caring Persian violets

1. The Persian Violet prefers moderate light levels so aim to keep it within 5 to 7 feet from a window receiving sun.

2. The Persian Violet requires moist soil at all times so do not allow the soil to dry out in between watering.

3. Allow good drainage.

4. As the plant requires high humidity levels give it a daily misting.

5. Remove the spent blooms to encourage blooming.

Hanoi flower festival to mark millennial anniversary Dec 30 to Jan 3

Flower tower & 2,000 Tulips from Holland

A festival of flowers will take place at Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi from December 30 to January 3 to cerebrate the New Year and mark the 1,000th anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi. Nguyen Khac Loi, deputy director of the Hanoi Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, announced the event on December 25.

Floral replicas of Taj, pyramids attracting visitors to Chennai flower show Dec 25 - Jan 3

Different types of flowers

Floral replicas of Agra's famous Taj Mahal and the Egyptian pyramids are attracting visitors to an exhibition being held at the Wesley School Ground in Chennai.

The show opened on Friday and will continue till January 3.

Tamil Nadu rose exporters enjoying a boom during festive season

Tanflora

Tanflora Infrastructure Park, one of the world's largest exporters of roses in Tamil Nadu, is all set to export millions of roses during the upcoming New Year festivities.

The project is one of the largest production facilities for cut roses in the world, with a total production capacity of 67.5 million roses per annum. This is India's first project in the agri-export industry for cut flowers.

Spain uncovers cocaine haul beneath flower shipment

Flower Power

Spanish police have intercepted a two-tonne shipment of cocaine, smuggled into the country from Colombia. The drugs, which Spanish media reports say were worth 70m euros (£62.8m), were hidden beneath a consignment of thousands of cut flowers.

They were discovered by police in an operation code-named "Flower Power" at Foronda airport, in the Basque Country.

Traditional flower village recognized in Da Lat

Flower village

The Central Highlands province of Lam Dong has officially recognized Thai Phien flower village as the first traditional trade village in the province.

Located in Da Lat City's Ward 12, Thai Phien flower village was established in 1956. More than 700 farming households now grow blossoms such as roses, daisies, carnations and more, on an area of over 245 hectares.

Mitchell's Floral Gallery Closing

Floral Gallery

The tough economy is taking a toll on a local flower shop, prompting it to close its doors. Mitchell's Floral Gallery, which is located in the 5/3 Building in downtown Dayton will closing on Jan. 31.

The store carries a variety of unique, and in some cases, antique notions. It is more than a flower shop. The owner, Mitch Bennett, is best known for his specialized floral arrangements.

Hyacinth plant

By Cindy:How to care for Hyacinth plant?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Cindy,

After the Hyacinth completes its blooms that is when early summer comes, hyacinths should be set out in the garden to bloom again another year.

After the plants are finished flowering in spring, cut back flower stalks but allow the leaves to die back naturally, hiding the unsightly foliage with annual or perennial plantings.

An annual application of compost should provide adequate nutrients.

Flower size may decline in subsequent years, so some gardeners treat Hyacinths as annuals and plant fresh bulbs each fall.

Plant some flowers for Spring

By Jennifer:what type of flowers to plant in Spring time with less place consumption and low maintainance?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Jennifer,

Blazing stars

Hostas

Peonies

Black Eyed susans

Yarrow

Campanula

Polemonuim (Blue Pearl)

Blue Sea Holly

Delphinium (Butterfly Blue)

Penstemon (Blue Buckle)

These are some of the perennials which needs low maintainance.

poinsettia show through Jan 2, 2010

Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Garden

the poinsettia show at the Rawlings Conservatory in Druid Hill Park through Jan. 2. Admission is free but a $2 donation is appreciated. The Conservatory is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Master gardeners training to teach about horticultural topics Jan. 27-March 24, 2010

Growing flowers and vegetables, house plant care

The Sandusky/Ottawa County Master Gardeners are accepting applications for master gardener training, which will begin Jan. 27 and continue every Wednesday through March 24. Training hours are 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.

MSU study sheds light on microscopic flower petal ridges

Plant's pollination

Microscopic ridges contouring the surface of flower petals might play a role in flashing that come-hither look pollinating insects can't resist. Michigan State University scientists and colleagues now have figured out how those form.

The result could help researchers learn to enhance plant's pollination success and even could lead to high-grip nanomaterials and "green chemical" feedstocks.

Green gifts blooming popular this year

Strong growth in the nursery and cut flower sectors

Green gifts are proving popular this festive season with Queensland?s lifestyle horticulture industry reporting strong growth in the nursery and cut flower sectors.

According to a survey commissioned by the Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation (DEEDI), the industry outlook for early 2010 has been buoyed by domestic and interstate trade.

Grange hotelier chosen for Chelsea Flower Show

Horticultural expert

Jonathan Denby teamed up three months ago with horticultural expert Philippa Pearson to create a Victorian aviary garden.

Now the pair are celebrating after hearing they have been selected to show their garden at next year's Chelsea Flower Show, which takes place from May 25 to 29.

More hanging flower baskets to go up in downtown Whitby

Hanging flower baskets

The Town of Whitby is putting $25,000 toward adding more hanging flower baskets to decorate the downtown core in the new year.

Public works staff has been directed to include the extra funds in the proposed 2010 budget to provide for the 36 new hanging flower baskets.

Botanic nurseries come to life to welcome spring

Fresh spring flowers

The preparations to welcome spring have started with the hustle and bustle in the plant nurseries where people are nowadays found buying saplings of various colourful and fragrant flowers.

The nurseries, situated at different locations in the capital city, are witnessing a huge rush of people these days, who intend to embellish their gardens with fresh spring flowers, particularly the flower bulbs.

Amsterdam's floating flower market

Bloemenmarkt

Amsterdam's Singel canal, which in the Middle Ages encircled the city as a moat, is home to the world's only floating flower market, Bloemenmarkt. The stalls sit like large, partially-enclosed pontoon boats up against the street, and from the inside, they appear to be regular shops across the road from the touristy cheese and trinket traps.

Heather FLowers

By :How do you care for Heather FLowers, I recieved some for mothers day.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Lori Klaassen,

Keep Hydrangeas in a cool spot (65 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit; 18 to 22 degrees Celsius), away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents, direct drafts from a ceiling fan, and the tops of televisions or radiators. (Appliances like televisions give off heat, causing flowers to dehydrate.)

Keep the floral foam soaked in water containing floral food provided by your florist.

Keep the vase filled with water containing floral food provided by your florist.

Remove leaves that will be below the waterline. Leaves in water will promote bacterial growth that can harm the flowers.

Cut the stem with sharp pruning shears. Place in warm water containing fresh floral food to promote flower opening.

Floral food is a combination of additives that help to nourish the flowers and discourage bacteria from growing in the water. It is one of the best and easiest ways to extend the life of your flowers.

Hydrangea

By Barbara McCoy:Cut Hydrangea so often the heads droop and dye.Any prevention suggestions or advise?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Barbara McCoy,

The drooping of Hydrangeas is because of less watering and excess heat in the atmosphere.

Give it sufficent water and give them little shower for a minute just to cool them off.

Try this.

The best-selling potted flowering plant in the U.S.Dec 12- Jan 3, 2009

Baltimore Conservatory and Botanic Gardens

This year's show at the Conservatory has a Mexican theme, to celebrate the origins of the poinsettia, including a topiary burro, complete with a "Burro's Tail" sedum. The show runs until Jan 3, Tuesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but a $2 donation is greatly appreciated. The Conservatory is closed Mondays.

Town to host holiday recycling events Dec 28-Jan 10, 2009

Allied Waste on regular trash days

Residents can have their trees picked up by Allied Waste on regular trash days Monday through Jan. 2. With Jan. 1 being a holiday, residents whose schedule would normally fall on that day will have their collection day moved to Jan. 2. After Jan. 2, trees can be placed at the curb for pickup during regular bulk pickup days. A schedule for bulk pick up days can be found at the town's Web site, www.flower-mound.com.

Former Dan Schantz payroll clerk charged in theft of nearly $80,000

Dan Schantz Greenhouse & Cut Flower Outlet

A Bucks County woman has been charged with stealing nearly $80,000 from Dan Schantz Greenhouse & Cut Flower Outlet, which has stores in West Bethlehem and Allentown.

She had worked there four and a half years and raised eyebrows when she recently resigned abruptly, Dondero said. Her replacement noticed some irregularities, and management called police.

University of Warwick to close horticulture research site

Horticulture Research International

More than 30 academics are facing redundancy at the University of Warwick following a decision to close its renowned horticulture research centre.

Warwick HRI, formerly Horticulture Research International, is to close its 192-acre site at Wellesbourne and transfer all its work and teaching in plant and environmental sciences to the main campus in Coventry.

Garden club sponsors scholarships

Federated garden club

The Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania is offering 10 scholarships to students who plan to further their education in horticulture, floriculture, landscape architecture, conservation, forestry, botany, biology, agronomy, plant pathology, environmental control, city planning, land management, and/or allied subjects.

Each scholarship award is a minimum of $1,000. Only high school, college or graduate students who are residents of Pennsylvania are eligible and must be sponsored by a federated garden club.

Farmers to Use Biological Control Agents

Horticulture

For the first time in history the horticultural industry in Tanzania has been granted a permit by the government of Tanzania through the Ministry of Agriculture Food Security and Cooperatives to conduct efficacy trials for the biological control agents in the country.

Gardenia

By Guest:Our gardenia is about 6' was covered to protect from cold this past winter. The cover however has seemed to cause almost certain death of all the leaves. Can this plant be saved or should we start all over

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

I think after the leaves fall off, gardenia with damaged leaves, simply pluck them off. The new growth that results will be full of fragrant blossoms in June.

You should cover tree crowns with wet burlap to prevent drying of the tops, especially evergreen.

We cannot say its survival chances.

Trumpeter floribunda rose plant

By Guest:How high does the trumpeter floribunda rose plant get?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

The Trumpeter floribunda rose can reach the height upto 0-3 ft.

HOLIDAY FLOWER SHOW AT GARFIELD PARK Nov 28 -Jan 10, 2010.

Hundreds of poinsettias

Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 N. Central Park Ave., kicks off the holiday season this year with a spectacular floral display in the Show House on Saturday,November 28 and runs through Sunday, January 10, 2010.

The Winter Flower & Train Show at Lincoln Park Conservatory Dec 12-Jan 10, 2010.

Flower and Train Show

Celebrate the holiday with the Lincoln Park Conservatory, 2391 N. Stockton Drive, at the Winter Flower and Train Showstarting Saturday,December 12 and running through Sunday, January 10, 2010.

The Winter Flower and Train Show is free and open to all ages. The Lincoln Park Conservatory is open every day of the year from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Flower-making business, a boon for Manipur's unemployed women

Artificial handmade flowers

The popularity of artificial handmade flowers in Manipur is a boon for unemployed people, especially women, in the state.

These flowers are made by women working under S. Dhanabati Devi, who is spearheading the artificial flower making business from her residence at Wangkhei Tokpam Leikai in Imphal. Her efforts have paid off, and there is now a rise in the demand for artificial flowers.

Flower Club gives Burnham-On-Sea's marine rescue services a boost

Flower Club

Two of Burnham-On-Sea's marine rescue services have received financial boosts from members of Burnham Area Evening Flower Club this month.

The club has presented both BARB and the RNLI with cheques for £400 each following a number of fundraising events throughout the year.

Study reveals the reason why orchids use sexual trickery to lure insect pollinators

Orchids

The study, published in the January issue of The American Naturalist, finds that sexual deception in orchids leads to a more efficient pollinating system.

Most flowering plants reward pollinators with tasty nectar, many orchid species turn to trickery. Some use what's called food deception. They produce flowers that look or smell like they offer food, but offer no edible reward. Other orchids use sexual deception. They produce flowers that look or smell like female insects, usually bees or wasps. Males are drawn to the sexy flowers and attempt to mate with it. In doing so, they accidentally collect pollen on their bodies, which fertilizes the next orchid they visit.

Focus On Flowers

Ellerslie International Flower Show

Focus camera on flowers this festive season and be in with a chance to exhibit at next year's Ellerslie International Flower Show.

All New Zealanders are being invited to enter The Great Ellerslie Photo Competition, being presented in 2010 by The Fusion Trust.

Hyacinth

By Nancy:How should we care for Hyacinth plant? Should it be kept inside or be planted outside? If planted outside, will it comeback year after year? If kept inside, should it be repotted in a bigger pot? It is now in a 6" pot.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Nancy,

When early summer comes, hyacinths should be set out in the garden to bloom again another year.

Amaryllis plant

By K Carter:I received an amaryllis plant for my birthday. However, the blooms are slowly falling off and the green leaves are turning yellow/brown.How do I plant it outside? Will it bloom again next spring?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear K Carter,

Most amaryllis will go dormant naturally and re-bloom sometime during winter.

I think it has bloomed for this year.

When the flowers fade, cut the flower stalk back to just above the bulb. Keep watering the plant until it goes dormant in the fall. You can more or plant the Amaryllis outdoors for the summer, in partial shade.

VN's largest dragons to make splash at flower fest January 1-4, 2010

Da Lat Flower Festival

The two largest dragon figures in Vietnam, created from hundreds of ornamental trees, will be unveiled at Xuan Huong Lake at the 2010 Da Lat Flower Festival January 1-4. The program aims to attract more visitors to central Da Lat City, especially for the upcoming Da Lat Flower Festival.

Poinsettia Festival continues through Dec. 19

Sumter Poinsettia Festival 2009

Sumter has plenty of events to move you down the twinkling, garland-lined path toward Dec. 25. Many are part of the Sumter Poinsettia Festival 2009. The Poinsettia Festival continues through Dec. 19

Spring Flowers In Sonoran Desert Get Boost From Warming Climate

The bread and butter flowers

Global warming is giving a boost to Sonoran Desert plants that have an edge during cold weather, according to new research.

Although the overall numbers of winter annuals have declined since 1982, species that germinate and grow better at low temperatures are becoming more common. "It's an unexpected result -- that global warming has led to an increase in cold-adapted species," said lead author Sarah Kimball, a research associate at the University of Arizona in Tucson.

Flower shipment departs Gaza strip

The export of flowersd

Israel has allowed a shipment of flowers to leave the Gaza Strip, in a rare movement of goods out of the coastal territory. Thursday's shipment entered Israel through a crossing at the border with Gaza. The delivery was bound for the Netherlands. It's the second floral shipment Israel has allowed this year.

The export of flowers is a vital component of the Strip's local economy. Israel has enforced a crippling border blockade, along with Egypt, barring exports from the area.

Bronze Age flowers found near Perth

Flowers in with burials

Archeologists have found the first example of flower bouquets buried along with the dead by pre-historic people.

According to the report published in the British Archaeology journal, a bunch of meadowsweet blossoms were found in a Bronze Age grave at Forteviot, south of Perth.

Studley Flower Gardens honored

FTD Florists

Studley Flower Gardens, has been named to FTD's prestigious Top Member ranking. With over 18,000 FTD Florists in North America, the honor of being recognized as an FTD Top 250 Member is one of the highest achievements within the floral industry. This is the third year in a row that Studley's has been named in the FTD Top 250. Prior to that Studley's was named in the FTD Top 500.

Peninsula Home and Garden Club celebrates 60 years of service

Home and Garden

Peninsula Home and Garden Club marked its 60th year with a garden party celebration Aug. 3 at the home of Judy Lahoski. President Bonnie Johnston welcomed more than 35 past and present club members while Lahoski distributed commemorative programs highlighting the past 60 years.

Lilly indoors

By Kris:I started a Lilly indoors here in Saskatchewan, and my dog knocked over the pot and severed the new growth. Any way to encourage growth from the damaged bulb?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Kris,

If it is possible, remove the damaged parts of the bulb and plant them. If it works and grows , then fine. Otherwise add some light fertilizer to the plant.

Onthis flower

By lou ranch:How do i find out information onthis flower?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear lou ranch,

Cockscomb flowers are also known as Wool Flowers or Brain Celosia, suggestive of a highly colored brain. The flowers belong to the amaranth family, Amaranthaceae.

You can have lot of information at this page.

Da Lat Flower Festival Jan 1-4, 2010

Flower Festival

The programme, which will be held from December 15, 2009 to 15 January, 2010, aims to promote a good image for Da Lat ? to attract tourists to the Da Lat Flower Festival, taking place from January 1-4, 2010.

Two-week tourism fest including flower show Dec 18 to Jan 3, 2009

Grass-covered hills, velvet lawns and cool mountain air

The District Tourism Board is organising a two-week-long Vagamon Tourism Fest 2009 from December 18 to January 3.

Events such as paragliding, autocross, parasailing, zorbing, zero-gravity hot-air balloon, paramotor, archery, flower show, carnival and dog show will also be held as part of the fest.

Flower exporters set their sights on Japanese market

Kenyan flower exporters

Kenyan flower exporters are battling to shake off the European stranglehold as they renew their campaign for a bigger share of the Japanese market.

European middlemen, mainly from the Netherlands, have traditionally branded and marketed Kenyan fresh produce in the international markets in their own names.

Uttarakhand floriculture becomes trendy with state support

Javera flower

The rising demand for the ornamental Javera flower has popularised floriculture on an unprecedented scale in Uttarakhand's Kashipur area.

Polyhouses, the farms where Javera flower is cultivated using modern technology, are growing in numbers. Horticulture department of the state government is aiding the javera project in the Kashipur area by declaring it specifically as the Javera zone.

Taipei to look into Beijing's alleged plagiarism of flora expo emblem

Taipei International Gardening and Horticulture Exposition

Taipei City's government will look into an accusation made by a city councilor, who accused China of copying the emblem design of its 2010 Taipei International Gardening and Horticulture Exposition (Taipei Int'l Flora Expo) for a similar domestic event in Beijing, an official said Tuesday.

Recovery bud still to bloom for India's rose growers

Floriculture

Weak consumer sentiment in global markets , notably Europe, continues to dampen hopes of a recovery for India's rose growers. Thanks to the relatively small-sized floriculture operations in the country, the 50-day period beginning Christmas and ending with Valentine?s Day is traditionally the peak period for Indian floriculture. This period accounts for close to 40% to 45% of India's fresh/cut flower exports.

Flower risk for the ducks

Flowers wrapped in plastic/p>

FLOWERS wrapped in cellophane and left at a memorial in Low Bradfield are causing a hazard for ducks on the picturesque pond nearby, a parish council has warned.

Bradfield in Bloom organisers have told the parish council that flowers wrapped in plastic are also being left in the area, posing a choking risk for the ducks and making the area look untidy.

Parting gift for church's flower lady of 30 years

Farewell

St Mary's Church at Michelmersh has said farewell to a long-standing supporter.

Mrs Sue Holden has arranged the flowers in the church for 30 years as well as helping out with countless other activities.

Hemmerly's still in blooms after 75 years

Marion with flowers

For 75 years the name Hemmerly has been synonymous in Marion with flowers. The business was started in 1934 when Ivaloo started selling the gladiolus on their front porch that were raised by Ray.

Cosmo

By Kat:Someone gave me a cosmo to plant. Do they need full sun, part sun, full shade or part shade?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Kat,

If you are talking about cosmos plant, then Cosmos prefer full sun and are heat-resistant.They need full sun to partial shade for survival.

Charleston Farmers Market 11 Apr - 20 Dec 2009 (all saturdays)

Plants, herbs and cut flowers

Charleston's Marion Square for the Farmers Market every Saturday from April to December. Fresh local produce, plants, herbs and cut flowers are available

A variety of live entertainment keeps visitors happy as they bag delicious goods.

Botanical Gardens of Nevis 15 Oct 2009 - 14 Aug 2010

Roses, vines, fruit trees and orchids

A horticultural paradise, the Botanical Gardens of Nevis burst with roses, vines, fruit trees and orchids. The rainforest conservatory houses tropical plants and large Mayan-style sculptures, while a replica of a typical Nevisian Great House looks out over the garden.

Garden for horticulture students waiting for better days

Sun Kiln Garden

During the alumni meet of Chandra Shekhar Azad (CSA) University of Agriculture and Technology two days back, Dr P N Bajpai, the ex-Prof and head of Horticulture department, had expressed his grave concern over the deteriorating condition of the 'Sun Kiln Garden' on the campus.

Bajpai had started the garden for the students of horticulture in 1971. He had transformed a dried pit into a sun kiln garden and had grown rare species of plants and used various themes to help the students of horticulture have the practical knowledge about their subject.

Morphological and molecular analyses of flower organ identity

Bud-Flowering

The ornamental crop Calluna vulgaris is of increasing importance to the horticultural industry in the northern hemisphere due to a flower organ mutation: the flowers of the 'bud-flowering'phenotype remain closed i.e. as buds throughout the total flowering period and thereby maintain more colorful flowers for a longer period of time than the wild-type.

New epping fruit market works under way

Fruit, Vegetable and Flower Market

Work is underway on the $300 million Melbourne Wholesale Fruit, Vegetable and Flower Market at Epping, with the new facility to inject an estimated $870 million into the Victorian economy during construction.

Flower power

Floriculture

A new body seeks to integrate scattered R&D to meet the needs of a growing export and domestic market.

Floriculture has traditionally been treated as part of horticulture, though cultivation of flowers is quite different from that of other horticultural crops, such as fruit and vegetables. This has deprived floriculture of exclusive attention and necessary research and development (R&D) support needed to realise its full potential. Yet, this sector of high-value agriculture has grown rapidly in the past couple of decades, driven largely by demand.

Yeovil College plea for Little Shop of Horrors' flowers

Donate silk flowers

Students at Yeovil College are asking for people to donate silk flowers.They will be used as stage props for their latest play, Little Shop of Horrors. Anyone who loans out flowers will be listed in the event programme.

Autumn flower show Dec 18 to 20, 2009

The flower show

The Department of Horticulture, Pir Mehr Ali Shah (PMAS) Agriculture University Rawalpindi (AUR), in collaboration with Islamabad Horticulture Society will organise an autumn flower show on its convocation lawn from December 18 to 20.

Gardenia bush

By Jean:I live in Sarasota, FL. My gardenia bush is 9 years old - gets proper sun but I need your help with when to start fertilizing with what? when to prune?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Jean,

There are few reasons for non-blooming gardenias.

1. So to get lots of flowers, you should give your Gardenia 8 hours of light. But it needs need a rest, and between flowering, the cool night is traditionally recommended.

Rain water/tap water which can be acidic. 3. Fertilize during flowering having more phosphorus.If these are satisfied, your gardenias will bloom profusely.

You can fertilize Gardenias monthly between Spring and Fall (stop around early September?).

Yes, you can fertilize when it has flower buds if it is during the time frame above.Feed it with a 1/2 strength acid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from March-October.An acid fertilizer at half strength every few weeks during the summer should be sufficient.

You can use an acidic fertilizer with chealeted iron and high nitrogen so the plant can produce healthy leaves and buds. If you only want your plant to become bushier, simply pinch out the tips while the plant is dormant. Pinching will helps to promote a heavier bloom the following year.

If that also doesn't help, then you divide the bulbs and observe.

White tulips

By Guest:We live in Raleigh, North Carolina. Tulips bloom here in March/April. What else would you suggest?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear,

Spider flower(Cleome hassleriana), Black eyed susans, Climbing Aster are in bloom in november in North carolina.

Israel obstructs prisoner swap talks: Palestinian minister

Flowers exports

Israel on Thursday eased restrictions on flowers exports from the Gaza Strip to Europe, amid Palestinian accusations of its setting obstacles in talks over a prisoner swap deal between Israel and Islamic Hamas movement.

Flower campaign blooms again

The flower program

Fifteen years of flowers around downtown Austin will continue next year.

On Friday, former mayor Bonnie Rietz, current Austin Mayor Tom Stiehm and others announced the start of the annual fundraising effort for community donations to the flower program.

Floral extravaganza draws to a close

Queen of the Show and Princess of the Show

The three-day Chrysanthemum Show organised by the Municipal Corporation at the Terraced Garden in Sector 33 concluded on Sunday.

A prize distribution function was held to honour the winners of various competitions. The prizes were given away by Mayor Kamlesh.

Christmas Decorations Stolen In Lower Valley

Christmas decorations

There's been several reports of stolen Christmas decorations in the borderland and the victims want something done.

Sherry Nervais on Little Flower Road showed KFOX how her lawn was decorated. Nervais said she had been collecting Christmas decorations for years to make her home look nice and it was taken from her in a matter of minutes overnight last week.

Flower show ends

Best flower shows

The 23nd Chrysanthemum Show at Terraced Garden, Sector 33, here concluded on Sunday with the prize distribution function. City mayor Kamlesh gave away prizes to all the winners. With this being one of the best flower shows arranged by the MC, it has helped the city in acquiring international fame.

Dr. Tina Cade leads program on flower arranging 16, Dec 2009

Flower Centerpiece Workshop

Texas State University professor Dr. Tina Cade will lead a Holiday Flower Centerpiece Workshop from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at the San Marcos Nature Center.

bridesmaid's and bride's white tulips

By Kim:Could you tell me what flowers could be in bridesmaid's and bride's bouquets for the first weekend in November? The bride wants white tulips! We live in Raleigh, North Carolina. Tulips bloom here in March/April. What else would you suggest?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Kim,

Its not necessary that bridesmaid flowers always needs to match. Many think that if the bridesmaids dresses are green, that they also need green flowers. NOT true! Think of the color dress the bridesmaid is wearing at the wedding and plan a contrast colored flowers, which looks best.

Like, if the bridesmaid wears a purple dress, she can go for white tulips, keeping contrast colors.

Like, if the bridesmaid wears a white dress, she can go for purple tulips, keeping contrast colors.

It is also possible that, let's say that the bride is carrying a bouquet made of roses, lilies, and ranuculus. If she had three bridesmaids, each one could carry a bouquet made up of one of the flowers, ie, an all-rose bouquet, an all-lily bouquet and so on.

It's best to have something that will contrast. Keep what you have it's absolutely perfect.

Tulips and Daffodils

By Barbara:Why do some of my new new bulbs tulips and daffodils not produce flowers. Is there anything I can do to make them bloom the next year?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Barbara,

If there has been some problem in planting, the bulbs do not flower.

As a general rule you should make the planting hole two to three times the height of the bulb. Be sure to plant the bulbs the right way: the root system down and the pointed part up.

Tulips will bloom best when planted in the autumn months before the first frost, typically around October or November.

That means Spring-flowering bulbs such as tulips and daffodils must be planted in the fall or early winter to bloom in spring because they require a long period of cool temperatures to spark the biochemical process that causes them to flower.

They fail to flower because of many reasons like :-

Maybe all they do need is a good bulb fertilizer.

they need to be divided aren't getting enough sun any insect damage bulbs are not mature enough to flower

Try having Espoma Bulb-Tone which is a good one.

NBRI flower show 12&13 Dec, 2009

City blossoms on weekend

National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) lawns to enjoy the annual Chrysanthemum and Coleus flower show.

The two-day event, which began on Saturday, and concluded on Sunday with the prize distribution to the winners, was worth a visit for those with an eye for plants.

Famous Roses From Ecuador Heading to Japan Now Transiting LAX

Ecuadorian roses

The Trade Commission of Ecuador in Los Angeles announced today at a Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon, that roses grown in Ecuador, one of the South American nation's most valuable exports, are heading to Japan, the most expensive rose market in the world, via Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Manotick flower shop takes business award

Business Achievement Awards

EMC Business A Manotick business is one of the first of its kind to be honoured by the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce.

Mill Street Florist took home the bronze award for Small Business of the Year at the 2009 Business Achievement Awards handed out Nov. 26.

Ellerslie flower show assures a smoother set up

International Flower Show

Next year's Ellerslie International Flower Show in Christchurch will need parts of northeast Hagley Park for nearly 50 days to set up and clear the site, but the organisers say it should be less disruptive than this year's inaugural event.

Free Flower Bulbs Available To Beautify Winston-Salem

Beautify the city with Flower bulbs

Winston-Salem is handing out free flower bulbs, hoping can help beautify the city. The city has 100,000 flower bulbs from tulips to lilies.

All they ask is take the bulbs and plant them in a public place so everyone can enjoy them.

Florist faces landmark cyber-crime court case

The Flower Barrow

Mrs Sefton-Zachan was the victim of rival florist Kendra Drinkwater, who they allege had tampered online with her competitor's details to gain a business advantage.

Mrs Sefton-Zachan said she went online to discover the phone number for her business, The Flower Barrow, which was listed on a Google Maps database that can be edited by anyone, had been changed. She called around the close-knit florist community to ask if anyone knew anything.

Medina Boy Scout's poinsettia sales continues

Christmas flowers

Boy Scout Troop 501 is in the midst of selling Christmas flowers which help individual scouts participate in activities throughout the year.

Through Saturday, the scouts will sell poinsettias, wreaths and pine roping. The boys sell all the product and deliver them to houses.

Chrysanthemum show opens 10 - 16 Dec, 2009

Colourful Flowers

The Annual Chrysanthemum Exhibition was inaugurated at the Islamia College University on Thursday where 60 kinds of the colourful flower were put on display. Vice-chancellor of the university Ajmal Khan inaugurated the exhibition in the presence senior teachers and gardeners.

Holiday flowers topic at Bergenfield library 15, Dec 2009

Flower Arrangements

A program on flower arrangements for the Christmas season will be presented by florist and former Bergenfield Mayor Richard Bohan at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15.

Bohan, who has more than 50 years experience in the florist business, has been associated with D'Angleo Farms in Dumont for the past 12 years.

DNA-like genetic material triggers flowering after a cold snap

Plant Flowers

DNA-like sequences of genetic material found in a type of cress that until now didn't seem to code for anything at all are in fact essential for controlling when the plant flowers, report scientists in Nature.

Researchers have long known that plants, fruit flies and other creatures have DNA in their cells that doesn't appear to do anything useful.

Israel eases Gaza blockade to allow flower exports

Flower exports

In rare easing of Israel's Gaza blockade, flower farmers will export their entire harvest ? some 35 million roses, carnations, and chrysanthemums ? for the first time since Hamas took over in 2007.

Flower farmers in the Gaza Strip exported a shipment of 30,000 flowers through an Israeli crossing on Thursday in a rare easing of the Gaza blockade that will see continued flower exports until the season ends in May of next year.

Chubby man smashes flower pots near Round Table Pizza

Man threw Flower pots

Police tracked a man thought to be drunk and wandering through the Marshall's shopping complex Wednesday night at 7:54.

Callers told police the man threw flower pots into the roadway near Round Table Pizza and threatened people inside the restaurant.

Bailiff unknowingly sold stolen wreaths

Stolen Wreaths

The Hillsborough County sheriff said a court bailiff sold stolen Christmas wreaths in the lobby of the Superior Court in Manchester. Sheriff James Hardy said the bailiff sold the wreaths after being asked to do so by an elderly woman who told the bailiff she had made them.

But the New Hampshire Union Leader said it turns out the wreaths were among about 36 stolen from Jacques Flower Shop in Goffstown last week.

Getting floral for Christmas 11 Dec, 2009

Festive arrangements

The final Lackham Garden Club for this year will take place on Friday.

The session, "A Floral Christmas Workshop - creating festive arrangements", will be led by Stan Rawlings, Lackham's grounds manager.

Poinsettia Sale offers several new varieties 10 Dec, 2009

Poinsettia

For those outside the University of Florida's Environmental Horticulture Department, that means it's time for poinsettias. And HC 59B is one of the newest poinsettia varieties, a pretty in bright pink number at this week's 2009 Poinsettia Show and Sale Thursday.

A pest-free floral tribute to winter

Chrysanthemum

Scientists develop chrysanthemum variety that will not fall prey to two most common viruses.

the National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow, has come to the rescue of the gardeners. The transgenic variety of the plant they have developed deals effectively with the Cucumber Mosaic virus.

Greenhouse crop production training course offered online

Greenhouse

A self-directed online course is being offered for greenhouse employees nationwide, according to Dr. Charlie Hall, Texas A&M University Ellison Chair in International Floriculture.

The course provides introductory-level information about the greenhouse industry plus learning models on greenhouse crop production from beginning to end.

Horticultural changes in India

Horticultural

Himachal Pradesh is a beautiful hill state in northern India in the western Himalayas, with the Tibetan plateau to the east, Jammu and Kashmir to the north and the Punjab to the south and south west, and Haryana on the south.

Horticulture Minister Narender Bragta said that in some areas, paricularly in the mid hills, the apple crop is suffering due to the decrease in the amount of chilly days. So they are asking farmers to start changing to peach, pear and plum farming in the place of the apple.

Orchid greenhouse opened in St. Lucia

Orchid Seedlings

A greenhouse for orchid seedlings established with the assistance of a Taiwanese technical mission was inaugurated in St. Lucia Monday.

The new facility, located on a 2,500m2 site, is the largest orchid greenhouse in the Caribbean, said Republic of China (Taiwan) Ambassador to St. Lucia Tom T.C. Chou.

Farmers worried over climate disturbances

Farmers and agriculture experts

The disturbed rhythm in the country's climate has worried farmers and agriculture experts over the future of open farming. Some groups are now asking to strengthen protected farming, especially after cyclone Phyan tore through parts of the country, destroying crop that had withstood dry conditions followed by unseasonal rain.

Mini park for orchids in Shah Alam expected to be ready next year

Promoting Orchids

SHAH Alam, which is synanomous with orchids, will have its own mini park dedicated to the flowers.Shah Alam has been promoting orchids for quite a while but it is not enough to have the flower to decorate homes and offices.

Besides, next year will be Visit Selangor Year 2010, and various activities are being planned in conjunction with this.

Chiang Rai's river of flowers Dec 26 to Jan 4

Flowers

The northern city celebrates the winter season with the colourful Flower Festival 2009 from December 26 to January 4. This year's annual petal party takes place at Suan Mai Ngam Rim Namkok park and promises "Beautiful flora on the banks of the Kok River".

Yayoi Kusama Exhibits At Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden 05 December - 30 May 2010

Flowers That Bloom At Midnight

The world famous Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden will present "Yayoi Kusama at Fairchild" as part of its annual visual art program.

exhibiting works from the exuberant new sculptural ensemble "Flowers That Bloom At Midnight" (2009), a group of her classic "Pumpkins"

Police investigate second break-in at Iowa Orchids Inc.

Burglars at orchids Inc.

Burglars forced their way into Iowa Orchids Inc., on the north side of Des Moines for a second time late Sunday or early Monday.

Police began an investigation at the orchid business at 3910 Columbia St., about 8:30 a.m., on Monday.

Florence florist closes after more than 70 years

Florence

Dawn Hilliard's voice catches, her eyes redden and well with tears and her shoulders sag at the thought of closing the doors to Bill's Florist, a business that has anchored the landscape on Hermitage Drive near Braly Stadium in Florence for more than 70 years.

Fleming,s Nurseries recovers from Australian fires for return to RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Chelsea Flower Show

Australian tree grower Fleming's Nurseries has recovered from the Black Saturday fires this year to partner with Melbourne landscape designer Scott Wynd at next year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Volunteers and members from the Landscape Institute of Australia Victoria (LIAV) will work solidly over the 13-day build-up, to bring the design to life.

Princess Diana's butler fails to find buyers for UK house and flower shop

Flower Shop

Princess Diana's infamous butler Paul Burrell is facing a double blow as he cannot fund any buyers for his house as well as the flower shop next door.

it has been reported that his hopes of flogging his famous flower shop next door are also dwindling. Burrell had put the business premises on the market for 600,000 pounds back in the spring, but he hasn't found a buyer as yet.

Rose First kiss

By Miles Etchart:In North Carolina or the Southeast region, is there a mass planting of the rose First Kiss that can be viewed?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Miles Etchart,

There can be a mass planting of Roses in North Carolina.

But we do not know the mass planting of Rose First kiss.

Cosmo seeds

By Paula:I planted Cosmo seeds 6 days ago and I am not sure what I see is the flowers coming up or grass. Does anyone have a picture of the seedlings?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Paula,

Cosmos plants are easy to grow and easy to maintain.

Cosmos begin blooming 10 weeks after seeding and bloom from summer to first fall frost.

Cosmos can be grown even in dry areas and are great for cut flowers.

Marlington ready for flower sale 5th Dec, 2009

Poinsettias, cyclamen and Christmas cacti

Horticulture students at Marlington High School are putting finishing touches on a collection of holiday wreaths, centerpieces, door swags and grave pillows, saddles and vases which will be sold during an open house Saturday at the horticulture building at 10450 Moulin Ave. NE.

Zhangzhou to host 2nd Fujian (Nanjing) Hakka Arts Festival 6th Dec 2009

Orchid show

The 2nd Fujian (Nanjing) Hakka Arts Festival & 3rd Zhangzhou Tourism Festival will open in Nanjing County, Fujian Province on 6th December 2009.

A series of supported activities will be held at the festival, such as king of tea selection, orchid show, Fujian Hakka House photography show, calligraphy show and painting show.

Haj, wedding season increases flowers demand

Flowers demand

The demand and sale of flowers are on the rise in twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi with the advent of Haj and wedding seasons. "More than 25 to 35 new market players at retail level have entered in this business, which indicates that the yields in this business are still profitable", said Shafqat Ali, a flowers stock holder in F-7 Flower Market. The trend to decorate the cars of bride and bride groom with flower has become a mandatory part of almost every wedding ceremony. Flowers demand has jumped by manifold and these are easily available on various stalls in different markets of the city.

Flower grower who became elected royal of self-proclaimed principality

A former flower grower

His Tremendousness Giorgio Carbone was the elected prince of Seborga, a self-proclaimed principality on the Italian Riviera.

A former flower grower, he produced documents from the Vatican archives to prove that the village was never the property of the House of Savoy and therefore not part of the Kingdom of Italy after 1861. He insisted that Seborga had been a sovereign state since 954, a principality from 1079, and minted its own coins after 1666.

Manotick flower shop gets business honour

Mill Street Florist

A Manotick business is one of the first of its kind to be honoured by the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce.

Mill Street Florist took home the bronze award for Small Business of the Year at the 2009 Business Achievement Awards handed out Nov. 26.

Receiving the honour helps to debunk the idea that being a florist is nothing more than a hobby, said Joanne Plummer, owner of Mill Street Florist.

BUCKHURST HILL Club gets festive with flowers

Funfare Club

MEMBERS of a social club in Buckhurst Hill showed their Christmas spirit when they made a selection of festive flower bouquets.

Residents at the Funfare Club made the display during one of their meetings at St James's United Reformed Church hall in Palmerston Road, Buckhurst Hill.

Pansy and Primulers

By Guest:I have some realy beutifull pansy and primulers and would like to know if dig them up to replant my border can i store the for next year if so how?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/madam,

I do not think that storing them by digging can help you grow beautiful pansies.

The pansy is a hybrid originally developed in Europe. Although it is technically a perennial, it only grows well from seed the first year and after than it deteriorates quickly. They are usually grown as annuals or biennials.

Pansies are low growing plants, they make excellent borders and edging which are filled with brilliant color. They also are a great choice for pots and window boxes.

Pansies are short lived in hot environments. They are Self-seeding perennial.

Roses

By Julie:What roses can survie very long with very little food?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Julie,

Rose, Hybrid Rugosa is a hardy rose of East Asian origin. It bears reddish orange fruit, or rose hips, in the fall.

Rosa rugosa (Rugosa Rose, Japanese Rose, or Ramanas Rose) is a species of rose native to eastern Asia, in northeastern China, Japan, Korea and southeastern Siberia, where it grows on the coast, often on sand dunes.

Rosa rugosa is a suckering shrub which develops new plants from the roots and forms dense thickets with stems densely covered in numerous short, straight thorns.

Rosa rugosa needs very little maintenance.

Festive treat in Braunton for flower arranging fans Dec 10, 2009

Christmas goodies and the floral arrangements

FLORAL fans are invited not to be shrinking violets when it comes to a popular Flower Arranging Evening at Braunton Parish Hall next Thursday.

The charity event will raise funds for St Brannock's Parish Church and feature an evening with Janice Cock, whose flower arranged skills are well known across the South west.

Antalya To Host Growtech Eurasia 2009 Dec3 - Dec 6, 2009

Agriculture Fair

The 9th International Horticulture, Agriculture, Floriculture Technologies Fair (Growtech Eurasia 2009) began in the southern province of Antalya on Thursday.

A total of 400 Turkish and international companies will participate in Growtech Eurasia organized by NTSR Fair Company.

Rs 177-crore plan to boost horticulture

Horticulture

A plan for the development of horticulture in the State has been evolved with an outlay of Rs 177 crore in the current fiscal.

The Centre will provide 85 per cent of funds for implementation of the plan. Speaking to newsmen here Wednesday, Horticulture Director G Jayalakshmi said the remaining 15 per cent funds would be provided by the State Government. Andhra Pradesh stood second in the country in horticulture. The State topped in drip irrigation.

Popular flower-making art re-emerges through web-based northern California company

Flower-making technique

A flower-making technique which enjoyed brief popularity in the 1970s has caught fire again among hobbyists, and a northern California-based online company is leading the revolution.

New Sheer Creations aims to turn "pantyhose flowers" into crafting sensation that rivals Origami

Horticulture nurseries bracing for snow on Northshore

Greenhouses

Nurseries on the Northshore are bracing for the possibility of snow Friday.

Windmill is Louisiana's largest nursery, and the snow in December of 2008 crushed 104 greenhouses. Each greenhouse costs roughly $3,000 - $4,000, Motley said the production manager for Windmill Nursery in Washington Parish.

Poinsettias Are Big Cash Bloom In North Carolina

Poinsettia

The poinsettia is a decorating staple for the winter holidays. The plant makes a beautiful addition to any event or household with a multitude of shades - red, pink, white and marble that can match any décor. But many may not know that North Carolina is the second largest producer of poinsettias in the United States.

"North Carolina produced about 4.6 million poinsettias in 2008 and generated cash receipts of $17.9 million," said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. "Overall, floriculture contributes more than $207 million to our state 's economy, and poinsettias play an important role in that industry."

Blairgowrie,s Something Special Flowers named business of the year

Special Flowers

A FLORIST from Blairgowrie has been named as Perthshire's best business.

Something Special Flowers walked off with the area's top business accolade at Perthshire Chamber of Commerce's glittering awards ceremony in Perth Concert Hall last Thursday night.

Carnations

By Bonnie Caprice:What do the different colors of carnations represent?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Bonnie Caprice,

Carnations of different colors have different meaning.

Carnation, Pink: Emblem of Mother's Day, I will never forget you

Carnation, Purple: Antipathy and Capriciousness Carnation, Red: Admiration, my heart aches for you

Carnation Deep Red: "I don't know if my heart can take the pain."

Carnation, Striped: No, Sorry, I cannot be with you.

Carnation, White: Pure Love, Sweet Love, Innocence

Carnation, Yellow: Disdain and Rejection.

Hyacinth

By Rosa:the flowers of Hyacinth are wilting away, what do I do to have them grow/bloom again?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Rosa,

Hyacinth plants only blooms once.

Check the plants each fortnight, watering a little if the compost has dried out.

If the flowers are wilited, there is nothing to be done.

Just cut the spent flower stalk to the base of the plant and leave the foilage to turn yellow before removing it.

The foliage will feed the bulb for next years blooms.

Guns to flowers exhibitions of orchids, bonsais and plants Nov 18 - Dec 20, 2009

Flowers and plants

1971 war veteran soldier has put up a flower show-cum-sale at Kwakeithel Moirangpurel Leikai residence in Imphal West.

On display is a galaxy of potted flowers and decorative plants numbering more than 200, including varieties of rare orchids imported from Bangkok, magnificent foliages, beautiful bonsais and potted fruit-bearing plants.

Flower Arrangment Demonstration Dec 9, 2009

Flower demonstration

A Flower Arranging Demonstration by Jenny Hippisley is being held next week.

The demonstration will take place in North Thoresby Village Hall on Wednesday, December 9 at 7.00pm.

Auction of flower show stalls brings vigorous bidding

Hong Kong Flower Show 2010

The eager response to this year's auction of flower show commercial stalls offered insight into how things have changed over the past year, with stalls selling for about three times last year's prices.

Auctions of the Hong Kong Flower Show 2010 commercial stalls were held yesterday, with bidding on 49 sites. The bid prices on the four dry food stalls ranged from HK$85,800 to HK$97,000, an average price of HK$91,725 which is more than 2.5 times than that of last year.

Flower vendors restricted to Koyambedu

Chennai Retail Flower Merchants Welfare Association

Once trade of a particular commodity is prohibited under the statute, no one can carry such trade in the prohibited area, the Madras High Court has ruled.

The retail traders could be evicted after following the procedures, after one month. Till then, both the parties should maintain status quo, the judge added.

Getting the points of healthy poinsettias

Poinsettias

Poinsettias are the nation's most popular plant during the Christmas holidays.

The Mexican import was used by the Aztecs to make dye. In southern states, they grow to the size of bushes, or even small trees as perennials.

They are 85 percent of the plants purchased and sent during the holidays, estimated somewhere above 65 million in the U.S., with sales topping $220 million annually

Vegetable grower Medwyn Williams to return to RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Champion vegetable grower

Champion vegetable grower Medwyn Williams is to return to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2010.

Williams says he is returning after four years away because he wants to introduce his son and grandson to the show. Medwyn's son Alwyn Richard recently joined the William's mail-order seed supplier Medwyn's of Anglesey business after 22 years in the Welsh Guards.

The man behind the garden concept of cities

Flowering plants largest in South-East Asia

Twenty years ago, entrepreneur Datuk A Halim Ali rented 50 acres of land in the outskirts of Semenyih, which is a two-hour drive from the federal capital and turned it into a flower farm.

the farm dedicated to producing lowland flowering plants is not only the biggest in Malaysia, but is touted to be one of the largest in South-East Asia with business in the Gulf, Singapore, Brunei and Britain.

Bearded Iris

By Bill Beaver:I have been raising bearded Iris for many years,last year I had more than 20 colors in one location, this year same location all flowers are a light purple, with a small bloom, what has happened.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Bill Beaver,

Normally Irises do not change color. There might have been temporary change in color due to herbicide drifts.

Stress may alter the color of iris which is most frequently seen in Irises.

But surely they will return to to the orignal color in a year or two.

Caladium flower

By Karen:What other flowers can be potted with the caladium flower?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Karen,

Caldiums are large potted, colored plants. They themselves are decorated.

They do not need any other plants potted with them.

PAU flower show to bloom 2&3 Dec, 2009

Varieties of chrysanthemum

Punjab Agricultural University would organize a flower show in floriculture department for enthusiasts of the blooming beauties. Open to general public, the exhibition would open on Wednesday and continue till Thursday.

The visitors would be able to see flower kinds like Anmol, Royal Purple, Winter Green, Autumn Joy, Yellow Delight, Garden Beauty, Kelvin Mandarin, Kelvin Tatoo, Reagan Emperor, Reagan White, Ajay, Yellow Charm and Mother Teresa.

Mainstreet Flower Market Holiday Open House in Parker Dec 4, 2009

Floral arrangements

Holiday Open House on Friday December 4, at Mainstreet Flower Market in Parker, CO. Visit the shop between 10am and 2pm, browse Holiday Floral arrangements, centerpieces or flowers for all occasions. Recieve 20% off all instore purchases made same day, so pre-order your holiday flower arrangements. Enjoy complimentary holiday treats and warm beverages while you shop.

Flower event in aid of armed forces

Flowers for the show

A Flower show has raised money for two Army-based charities. Southend Inner Wheel Club hosted the evening at the Christ Church Centre, in Thorpe Bay, for the third year in a row.

Jean Hastings, Southend Inner Wheel Club spokeswoman, said: "The evening went remarkably well".

Florist cashes in on War for the Roses

War for the Roses

Since Thursday's Oregon-Oregon State Civil War game is all about winning a Rose Bowl bid, it's only natural that florists should get involved. In fact, the "War for the Roses" could be a dream come true for at least one Eugene flower shop.

At Dandelions Flowers and Gifts, they say having both teams in the running for the Rose Bowl is a huge bonus for business. And they hope fans take advantage by ordering yellow or orange roses, depending on their allegiance.

Early risers after Thanksgiving got a special treat -- 'frost flowers' in full bloom

Frost Flowers

As shoppers headed out for early sales the morning after Thanksgiving, some transitory treasures made an appearance, as some spectacular "frost flowers" bloomed.

These beautiful formations, also known as "rabbit frost," only appear at the start of winter, when the ground is still relatively warm and moist.

Community to choose official PPIB flower colors

America In Bloom

After two successful years participating in the America In Bloom competition, the Point Pleasant in Bloom organization has decided to allow the community to choose the official city flower colors for 2010.

In the past two years, the colors have been selected by the Point Pleasant in Bloom Floral Committee members. In 2008, the PPIB color was purple, while the most recent PPIB colors were a combination of purple, red and yellow.

The Shoal's oldest florist closes doors

Oldest Florist

Dawn Hilliard's voice catches, her eyes redden and well with tears and her shoulders sag at the thought of closing the doors to Bill's Florist, a business that has anchored the landscape on Hermitage Drive near Braly Stadium in Florence for more than 70 years.

Pansies Perennial

By Pat:Are Pansies Perennial?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Pat,

Pansies are annuals. An Annual is a plant that completes its entire life cycle within one year is called an annual.

Popular spring-planted annuals are impatiens, pansies, petunias, begonias, geraniums and marigolds. Most flowers referred to as annuals are those we plant after the last frost in the spring, and live until the frost kills them in fall. This might seem like a short life, but on the upside, annuals bloom continuously, so although it's a short life, it's a good one!

A Perennial lives and flower year after year.

A Perennial plant typically, die back (or hibernate) over the winter, but grow and flower as temperatures rise in spring. Most perennials bloom during a certain time of the season- varying from spring to fall. Some perennials like Shasta daisies love sun, whereas Astilbes, Ferns, and Hostas like shade, and Lamium prefers partial shade.

potted flower

By Alicia Smith :I was given a potted flower as a gift, but there is not a card that tells me the name and how to care for it. It has small yellow flowers in bunches and large, thick, waxy leaves. If anyone knows what flower this is please let me know. I cannot find it online.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Alicia Smith ,

Probably the potted plant gifted to you might be any variety of gingers.

As gingers have large waxy leaves with yellow flowers.

Dried flower craft at Salamonie, Dec 7, 2009

Dried Flower

The Department of Natural Resources reported Monday that individuals age 50 or older are invited to a Huntington County Master Gardeners dried flower craft presentation at the Dec. 7 seniors lunch at the Salamonie Interpretive Center.

First Flower Festival to be held in Old Havana Dec 9 -13, 2009

Soroa Orchid Garden

The orchid which is the queen of flowers willb the focus in the event. Cuban orchids and paintings inspired in the queen of the vegetable kingdom will stand out in the first festival dedicated to the flower, to be held in Old Havana, from December 9 through 13.

The festival will show about 25 thousand species of orchids in the planet, surrounded by exhibitions of live and painted specimens of the aristocratic flower.

Smallest orchid in the world found by accident

New Flower

The world's smallest orchid is just 2.1mm wide, with transparent petals that are just one cell thick. It comes from the Platystele genus, which is made up of mostly miniature plants.

American scientist Lou Jost found the tiny flower by accident among the roots of a larger plant that he had collected from the Cerro Candelaria reserve in the eastern Andes.

Hawaii flower, produce farmers getting federal help because of volcanic emissions

Hawaii flower

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated the Big Island a primary natural disaster area because of losses farmers suffered from volcanic emissions this year.

Hawaii farmers get federal help after emissions. The action makes qualified farm operators eligible for low-interest emergency loans.

British-grown chrysanthemums almost extinct after edged out by foreign rivals

Home-grown Chrysanthemum

The traditional home-grown chrysanthemum is in serious trouble.

Growers say the traditional varieties grown in the UK since the 18th century are being wiped out by cheap imports from Africa and South America.

Sales of domestic 'chrysanths' fell by 40 per cent last year - and less than three per cent of all those sold are grown in Britain

Williamsburg Florist Honored For Green Entrepreneurship

Full service florist

Educates Community and Uses Others Waste in Innovative Ways

While growing up in West Virginia, Kimberly Sevilla frequently noticed non-natural gardening practices: plants lined up in rows, and the use of Miracle-Gro products, to name a few.

Sevilla has always gardened for herself ? she has a garden in upstate New York and one at her home in Williamsburg ? but didn't make it part of her profession until just over a year ago, when she opened Rose Red & Lavender, a full service florist in Williamsburg.

Action packed Hornbill Festival from December 1

Hornbill Festival

The tenth edition of the Hornbill Festival- 'Festival of Festivals ' is set to start from December 1. Other highlights of the weeklong festival includes; exhibition of handloom & handicrafts, display of traditional Naga Morungs, flower exhibition, cultural dances and songs.

Hyacinth

By Heenan: I bought a hyacinth and it's flowered and now I just have the leaves or stalk. Will it flower again or should I cut the stalks back to regrow. The plant is inside?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Karen Heenan,

Hyacinth plants only blooms once.

Just cut the spent flower stalk to the base of the plant and leave the foilage to turn yellow before removing it.

The foilage will feed the bulb for next years blooms.

Removal of Pollin in lillies

By Suzie: Does the removal of the pollin in lillies actually extend the life of the flower?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Suzie,

Lilies received should have the pollen stamens removed as they open. Yes, this will enhance the life of the lily.

First Flower Festival to be held in Old Havana

Flower festival in Old Havana

Cuban orchids and paintings inspired in the queen of the vegetable kingdom will stand out in the first festival dedicated to the flower, to be held in Old Havana, from December 9 through 13.

Smallest orchid in the world is found

The smallest species of orchid

The smallest species of orchid in the world has been discovered hidden among the roots of a larger plant in a nature reserve in Ecuador.

Rising Christmas Flower Sales

Christmas flower sales

Everything is coming up roses this Christmas which could be a notice that the economy is blossoming. Sales of jolly floral gifts are soaring according to a leading online flower corporation.

Politicians' flower bills bloom

Bill for flowers

A bill for flowers in Finance Minister Bill English's office has not come up smelling of roses.The New Zealand Herald reported today the bill was $4051 over the first 11 months of the new government.

Montreal's Nature Museums Has a Blooming Botanical Garden 1-5 Dec, 2009

Greenhouses

Montreal's Nature Museums invite you to come admire the botanical splendours in the greenhouses at the Botanical Garden.

Check out some surprising blooms, fast growers, unique fragrances and gorgeous colours, Tuesday to Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

National Poinsettia Trials Consumer Open House features a plethora of poinsettias 6 Dec,2009

Poinsettias trees, plants

The second annual Purdue National Poinsettia Trials Consumer Open House will take place from 1-5 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Purdue University horticulture greenhouse.

The open houses include poinsettias trees, plants grown in degradable or compostable pots, and experimental and novelty cultivars.

Castle's Mexican plant rare bloom

Rare bloom

Two plants from Mexico have flowered in Powys for the first time in years

The tree dahlias were planted at Powis Castle in Welshpool in 2001 and 2006, and are supposed to flower in November and December.

Flower power: business booms in crisis

Fresh flowers

Fresh flowers can lighten a room and are a luxury we continued to purchase even during the global financial crisis, according to Flower Growers Group of NSW president, Robert Giansante.

Mr Giansante, Horsley Park, said the industry had been concerned about the impact of the economic downturn, but as a whole it had fared well "under the circumstances".

Cut Flower Centre calls for grower's input following funding success with Horticultural Development Company

Flowers panel

The Horticultural Development Company (HDC) looks set to confirm three years guaranteed funding for the Cut Flower Centre, offering opportunities for growers to come forward to help develop or reinvent lucrative products.

Last week, the HDC bulb and outdoor flowers panel confirmed the funding application, which was approved by the protected crops panel last month.

Christmas Flowers give signs of a blooming British Economy?

Cheerful floral gifts

Everything is coming up roses this Christmas which could be a sign that the market is emerging. Sales of cheerful floral gifts are soaring according to a leading online flower corporation.

Serenata's online stores has seen a amazing increase in early Christmas sales this time, this could be seen an indication that people are more positive to the outcome of the past economical decline.

Joan honoured for helping Freuchie to blossom

Leader of the Freuchie in Flower group

JOAN Cran has been honoured after stepping down following 20 successful years as leader of the Freuchie in Flower group.

The group has blossomed under her leadership over the last two decades, winning a string of awards.

Fertile flower

By Alfred Olivas:Just retunred from Osaka for a birding and butterfly tour. I would appreciate your help in the ID of this beautiful fertile flower please.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Alfred Olivas,

Probably it is Allium amethystinum. it is a species from the Mediterrean where it grows in rocky places. It has hollow leaves that have withered by flowering time (May to July) and many purple flowers in a spherical umbel.

Narcissus bulbs

By Kelly:My narcissus bulbs are growing tall quickly. The leaves (or stalks - not sure what they're called) are bending over and seeming to break. What should I do? Trim them? Transplant into the yard?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Kelly,

As the flower bud continues to emerge, you will notice that the bloom stalk may bend toward the light. Rotate the flowered pots every few days to keep stems as straight as possible.

Staking may also be desirable, but take care not to injure the bulb.

It's time to be festive in the Jackson area Craft show 28 Nov, 2009

Rose Festival events

The Jackson County Rose Festival presents its Christmas Wish List Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the American 1 Fair Events Center, 200 W. Ganson St. This juried craft show of handmade products features more than 80 artists and crafters.

Flower festival to mark the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long- Hanoi December 12, 2009 to January 3, 2010

Flower Festival

This festival, which is being held for the second time, will be Vietnam's first major cultural and tourism activity in 2010.

A highlight of the festival will be the symbol of a sacred dragon and a 6m high flower tower surrounded by 9 dragons made from flowers and fruits. A huge book also created from flowers and fruits will be placed opposite the Thap But (pen tower) and Dai Nghien (ink pad).

Dry flowers from North East states big hit at trade fair

dried red roses and flowered grass dyed in gold

At the ongoing India International Trade Fair at Pragati Maidan, dry flowers from the North East states are drawing the crowds and are selling like 'hot cakes'. Starting at Rs 5 a piece, these are not only affordable and durable, but also make great gifts and decorative pieces.

Future of the Chelsea Flower Show is secured with £3m deal

Chelsea Flower Show

The future of the Chelsea Flower Show has been secured by a leading asset-fund manager, M&G. The company, part of the Prudential, paid at least £3 million to sponsor the show and the Charity Gala Preview, which is attended by more FTSE 100 chief executives than any other event.

Award winner's business is blooming

Flowers by Suzanne

The company was named Business of the Year 2009 in front of more than 300 people at Kelham Hall on Wednesday. The overall winner award was announced by guest speaker Nick Hewer, Sir Alan Sugar's right-hand man in BBC television's The Apprentice.

Flowers by Suzanne has continued to grow at a rapid pace since it opened in Newark in 2008.

Plans to establish flower centre

Horticultural

The Tanzania Horticultural Association (Taha) will set up a processing and packaging facility at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA).

The airport is the main exit point for export of horticultural products, mainly cut flowers, to markets abroad.

Ms Jacquiline Mkindi, Taha executive director, said the facility will be used to process and pack fresh produce ready for exports to overseas markets.

flowers July 18th

By Crystal:which flowers should we be planting in order to ensure them to be in bloom by mid July. Any advice would be much appreciated.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Crystal,

Most large-leaf rhododendrons elipidote bloom from mid-May to June, though there are a few blooming in July.

In my view, Foxgloves and shasta daisies can also be grown for the wedding.

Purple calla lillies

By Guest:How do I take care of Purple calla lillies and since they came from a hot house, can I put them outside? I live on the Olympic Pennisula of Washingtom State

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir,

Calla lilies need at least 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight or 10 hours of bright filtered light to bloom.

As the potted plant is in bloom, You can place the pot of purple call lilies in a shaded region in the eastern side. As it get morning sun.

Give the plant sufficient water.

State's flower growers hope buy-local campaign helps stem wilting sales

Blooms from the Golden State

Cheaper imports have shrunk the U.S. share of the cut-flower market. To fight back, a California industry group has launched a campaign touting advantages of buying blooms from the Golden State.

An association of flower growers is using the slogan to remind consumers to purchase U.S. blooms when picking up their Thanksgiving bouquets.

Flower show to be held in Myanmar city Dec. 2 to Jan. 31

Flowers grown domestically and from 39 countries

A huge flower show will be held in Myanmar's northern city of Pyin Oo Lwin in the first week of next month, aimed at promoting tourism industry of the country

Over 200,000 plants and 15 kinds of flowers grown domestically and from 39 countries including neighboring China, Thailand, Singapore and Japan will be displayed at the show.

Chrysanthemum festival 28, Nov 2009

Flower festival

A chrysanthemum flower show will open at Shilin Presidential Residence for the 8th year in Taipei, starting on Saturday Nov. 28.

This year, the flower festival has expanded to nine different sections, with 22 new varieties, 55,000 pots and nearly 100 species of chrysanthemums on display.

Himachal hopes to reap bitter-sweet crop of hop

Horticulture

The hop flower - used to add a bitter flavour to beer - may bring in sweet business for Lahaul and Spiti district as the government plans to revive its cultivation in a big way.

N.K. Gupta, deputy director of the horticulture department, who is based here, said the government has been popularising the cultivation of hop in the tribal district as a major cash crop.

FlowerPedia - 60% off Definitive Flower App for Thanksgiving Day

FlowerPedia

A festive Muli Mobile today announced 60% off FlowerPedia - its flower gallery and encyclopedia for the iPhone - in a special Thanksgiving Day celebration. The price of the popular application will go from US$4.99 to only US$1.99 for a limited time only.

"Flower enthusiasts around the world have been amazing to us right from the start" - said Alexey Kojevnikov, creative director of Muli Mobile. "We would now love to reward their generosity by making FlowerPedia available at a substantial discount - and what better time to do it than Thanksgiving Day! Thank you everyone. "

Growing vegetables in Ceduna

Horticulture

The Ware family is going against the grain and growing vegetables to sell to Adelaide ? possibly a first for Ceduna.

The market garden was initiated by Ron Newchurch, who runs a similar farm on the Yorke Peninsula and is also helping set up vegetables patches at Scotdesco and Yalata.

Daffodils

By Linda Wendling:I WAS WONDERING WHY SOME OF MY DAFFODILS HAVE ALL FOILAGE AND NO SIGNS OF ANY BLOSSOMS? WHAT CAN I DO TO GET THEM TO BLOSSOM? THEY HAVE NOT BEEN PLANTED LONG ENOUGH TO BE SEPARATED AND THEY HAVE BLOSSOMED OTHER YEARS.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Linda Wendling,

There are several reasons why a daffodil does not bloom after blooming for years.

The most common reasons why daffodils fail to bloom are that

1. they are in too shady a location 2. their foliage has been removed before it has browned so the bulbs are weak, or 3. they are of a short lived variety or not suited to your local climate.

Additional reasons can include lack of fertility in the soil, and dry weather stunting foliage growth in previous years.

Lastly, they may be too crowded and need to be lifted, divided and replanted.

As your daffodils are not crowded, there may be other above reasons for its non-blooming.

Try by giving a little amount of bonemeal to the plants and observe.

Lilies

By Betty:We have bugs eating our lilies.help

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Betty,

Controlling the bugs on lilies manually is the best defense. They are easy to see and easy to kill. Thumb and forefinger work quite well. You can shake them off the plant into a bucket of soapy water where they will get perished.

Orchid Show in Midland 28, Nov & 29, Nov 2009

The art of raising orchids

Both women, members of the Saginaw Valley Orchid Society for about six years, are hoping other flower lovers will stop by the society's 44th annual Orchid Show and Sale and get hooked as well.

The show runs from noon to 5 p.m. Nov. 28 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 29 at the Midland Resort Convention Center, formerly the Holiday Inn.

Rose Festival Starts 27 Nov, 2009

Rose Society's annual show

A best-of-the-best rose show, guided tours, artists at work and guidance from experts are just some of the events on offer at the Botanic Garden's three-day Rose Festival, starting this Friday (27.11.09). For rose enthusiasts, the Wellington Rose Society's annual show in the Begonia House, Lady Norwood Rose Garden, on Sunday will be a must.

Taiwan Embassy and Technical Mission Plant Flowers at the RMI's International Airport

The Floriculture Project

The Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Taiwan's Technical Mission in the Republic of Marshall Islands (RMI), in collaboration with the RMI's Ministry of Transportation and communications, planted more than 200 pots of flowers at Amata Kabua International Airport. This achievement resulted from the Floriculture Project that is one of the projects showcasing and promoting agricultural cooperation between Taiwan and the RMI.

Growers want refund of quarantine fees

Horticulture

Fruit and vegetable growers want a refund of export fees paid under a failed reform of the quarantine system.

Earlier this year, the Federal Government cancelled a 40 per cent subsidy on export inspection costs as part several changes to Australia's quarantine service. But the subsidy has now been reinstated until 2011, after the reforms failed to get Senate approval.

Farm Tour fetes area's agriculture, history

florists and markets

Ferns and cut greens to showcase colorful flowers from florists and markets are still king of Volusia County agriculture.

More than 2,850 acres were under cultivation for floriculture crops in 2007, according to the latest data available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That ranks Volusia County first in the state and second in the nation for the number of acres growing cut foliage.

Angela Flowers to delist from PLUS

Angela Flowers Garden

Angela Flowers Garden is proposing to delist from PLUS market as the Company says the burden of remaining listed is too onerous and that the cost does not represent the best use of shareholders' funds, nor of management time.

The Board believes that the future development of the business should be focused firmly on achieving stability in a difficult economic climate and to minimise administrative and professional costs.

Rose show blooms at ASU's west campus Nov 28, 2009

Horticulture, arrangements and Photography of roses

The Arizona West Valley Rose Society will have its annual Rose Show Nov. 28 at the Student Center on the campus of ASU West, 4701 W. Thunderbird Road, Glendale.

The event is free and open to the public from 1 to 5 p.m.

Flower festival preview in York's Mansion House Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2009

Flower festival

Flower fans have the chance to get festive with the Lord Mayor of York. The event will take place the day before the 18th century building is opened to the public for a three-day flower festival, offering guests the opportunity to get a sneak preview of the floral displays.

Saying it with flowers

floral-collection

It was a riot of red, orange, yellow, pink, white and violet colours along the corridor of Little Flower Convent UP School, Pallipuram, Kochi, as students spread their collection of flowers in connection with Children's Day.

Around 200 varieties of flowers that are commonly found in Vypeen, Cherai and Pallipuram and also species that are fast becoming extinct found their way to the floral exhibition.

Flowers arrangers meeting

Flower Arranging Club

CHRISTMAS was the theme of the recent monthly meeting of the Henley Flower Arranging Club held at the Henley town hall.

Jane Rawton, who chairs the 55-year-old club, welcomed the Mayor Elizabeth Hodgkin, together with Dorothy Irvin, president of the National Association of Flower Arrangers Society, the club patron Madeline Aspinall and the guest, national and area presenter Carola Wilson, who demonstrated several special Christmas flower arrangements.

Topsham Flower Club largest in South West

Largest in Devon and Cornwall

TOPSHAM Flower Club is celebrating becoming the largest in Devon and Cornwall. Recently celebrating its 25th birthday, the club was started by Edith Hurtley after she moved to Devon from Yorkshire.

The club, which meets at the same venue every third Tuesday of the month is now recognised by the National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies as being the largest flower club in the whole of Devon and Cornwall.

Marin florist recruited to decorate White House for holidays

California-grown flowers

For one week after Thanksgiving, San Anselmo florist Samantha Payne will work on a crew of 20 artists assigned to a special holiday decoration detail.

Payne, 31, said she will be proud to represent her hometown of Mill Valley and her employer, Local Flora, a florist that sells California-grown flowers almost exclusively. The White House project should be a blast, she said, because of who will see her work and the scope of the resources that will be available to her.

Sandringham flower show raised record amount for charity

Flower Show

This summer's Sandringham Flower Show raised a record amount for charity, organisers said last night.

Admission and programme sales at the event, which was first held over a century ago to encourage estate workers to tend their gardens, raised £34,000.

Rhododendrons

By Dennis:Can I shape Rhododendrons, especially Rhododendrons that are over 5 feet tall?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Dennis,

As your Rhododendrons are long, you can trim them.

Infact, Rhododendrons need very little pruning. You can remove dead or damaged wood at any time.

Yes, Pruning to shape the plant or to keep it within bounds should be done only after flowering.

Agapanthus

By Pat:My Agapanthus put out growth during the winter that was white since it was in a dark place. Now that I have brought it out, the growth has turned green. I have read that I should cut that back? I hate to as it is long and beautiful but I do want flowers. What should I do?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Pat,

Agapanthus plants are heavy feeders and do not bloom well if undernourished or grown in too shady a location. Agapanthus are acid lovers and need Potassium and Phosphorus for blooming.

Agapanthus (African lilies) are big plants and usually summered outdoors in tubs where the root system can spread.

And after blooming , it is better of cut off the Agapanthus flowering stock close to ground level. So that plants pick up a bust of energy and perform best for the next year.

From seed, agapanthus can take up to 3 years to flower, and if from divisions, they will flower within one year after being divided.

Check whether it has started from seeds or divisions.

Gardenland Express 25 Nov 2009 - 3 Jan 2010

Colourful holiday flowers

Hop aboard the Missouri Botanical Garden's Gardenland Express this festive season. The colourful holiday flower and train show features G-scale model trains journeying through a miniature landscape of live plants.

Flower Show 26 - 29 Nov 2009

Floral exhibits

Magical blooms are centre of attention at the Swissôtel Nai Lert Park's Flower Show. In 2009 the event features celebrities, fortune tellers, magnificent floral exhibits, afternoon tea, an evening concert and more, all on the theme Flower Fantasy.

'Flowers' campaign wins 'Araw' award

"Flowers" advertising campaign

For its "Flowers" advertising campaign for Boysen Paints, TBWA\Santiago Mangada Puno clinched the Araw Creative Agency of the Year award in the closing night of the 21st Philippine Advertising Congress.

The print-ad campaign, which made ingenious use of stop-motion pictures of liquid paints to depict flower petals, delivered the winning points for TBWASMP to collect a total of 217 points, or a full 20 points ahead of the closest competition BBDO Guerrero/Proximity.

Fire damages Naperville flower shop

Flowers and Gifts shop

A sign on the roof of a business caught fire Saturday afternoon, resulting in a structure fire that was electrical in nature, Naperville Battalion Chief Gary Burke said.

Naperville firefighters responded to a call about 5:22 p.m. Saturday to a sign on fire at the Phillip's Flowers and Gifts shop, 1007 E. Ogden Ave., Naperville.

Call to develop horticulture sector

Horticulture

Sri Lanka has a promising, but virtually an untapped potential as an exporter of high value horticulture products to nearby markets in the Maldives and Persian Gulf. Due to its tropical location and two monsoons, many types of tropical fruits and vegetables can be grown throughout the year.

Freshness and the low cost of maritime transport are strong reasons for best practice horticulture enterprises to be located in Sri Lanka rather than in more distant countries.

Fox gets into Austin flower shop

Austin flower shop

A scary scene at an Austin floral shop after a fox got into the building.Police were dispatched to Johnson Floral Thursday morning after someone saw the animal inside one of the floral huts.

Tempe flower shop celebrates 60 years

Flower Shop

Bobbie's Flowers opened in November 1949 at Mill Avenue and Fifth Street in Tempe, where the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel now stands.Sixty years later, it's still in business in the same city.

Despite some ownership changes along the way, the family-owned and -operated flower shop has spent the years growing its business by with the goal of offering quality products, cultivating relationships and implementing innovative business practices in the flower industry.

Japanese or Louisiana irises

By Richard:Thank you for your response to my questions about irises. I forgot to add one caveat to my prior correspondence. What, if anything, can you tell me about Japanese or Louisiana irises being "deer resistant"?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Richard,

Normally Louisianas and Japanese Irises are placed in the deer resistant list of plants.

But sometimes deer get munch down Louisianas and but they leaves japanese Irises.

Iris

By Nancy:My Iris bulbs are over 100yrs old, we transplanted them three yrs ago in late summer, the first yr after transplanting they all blossomed beautifully, then last year the leaves were all fused and we didn't get any blossoms, looks like we are going to have the same this year. what can be done?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear nancy,

Feed liquid fish fertilizer at time of transplanting and every 3 weeks.

If you find seaweed/fish fertilizer, might be a little more expensive.

blue passion flower vine
Can I start a blue passion flower vine from a plant clipping?

Jobs to be lost as Horticultural Research International pulls out of Wellesbourne

Plant and environmental science

Wellesbourne will no longer be home to leading plant and environmental science after Warwick University agreed to close the Horticultural Research International this week.

proposals to close the site and merge with the university's biological sciences department in Coventry were approved by the university's ruling senate on Monday.

The 191-hectare site, formerly known as the Vegetable Research Station, lies on the A429 to the north of the village and employs 226 people.

Irises

By Betty:Non-blooming of Irises.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Betty,

Do not panic. I can provide you the reasons for non-blooming of Irises.

Reasons for non-blooming of Irises:-

Lack of full sun, good drainage, lots of space, and quality soil to bloom consistently.

Unfavourable weather conditions or late spring frosts can also harm bloom.

If you bury the rhizome too deeply, the plant may refuse to flower.

Easter flowers

By Jackie Hard:I recently planted by Easter flowers and about 3 hrs later they look wilted. Are the flowers just in shock and will recover or do I have to wait until next spring to enjoy them.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Jackie Hard,

They might be in a shock. They will recover, and probably you can expect a second flowering in the fall from easter flowers.

TUNIS, SIAMAP FAIR Nov 20 to 22, 2009

seeds & plants, floriculture

The biannual International Show of Agriculture, Agricultural Mechanization and Fishing is taking place at the "Parc des Expositions" in Le Kram, Tunis, on 18-22 November. The first two days will be devoted to professionals, while from November 20 to 22 the exhibition will be open to the public as well. Some 400 exhibitors are expected.

Festival of flowers Nov 26-29, 2009

Future Perfect

The Annual Flower Show returns to Bangkok for its 23rd year at Swissotel Nai Lert Park from November 26 to 29, 10am to 6pm. Under the theme, "Future Perfect", more than 20 professional florists will turn the hotel's interior into a land of flowers, as well as create floral hats for 35 celebrities

Flower shop owner chosen Business Person of Year

Sunnycrest Flowers

The 27th Annual Business Person of The Year Award will be presented to Heidi VanZandt, owner of Sunny Crest Flower Shop in Lowville. The Lewis County Chamber of Commerce award will be given at the Glenfield Fire Hall Dec. 3.

Sunnycrest Flowers began with flowers, plants and seasonal gifts. Over the years, it has added items including Green Mountain Coffee, Croghan Candy Kitchen chocolates, Webkinz, plush animals by Gund and tuxedo rental through Jim's Formal Wear. These are in addition to a variety of fresh flowers, plants, dishgardens, balloons, fruit and gift baskets.

Customer service has helped American Designer Flowers flourish since 1992

American Designer Flowers

In the past five years, Chris Fahmie has had to endure ongoing roadway construction that shrunk his parking lot along Memorial Drive and led some passersby to think his shop was closed.

A troubled economy hasn't helped matters. But through it all Fahmie's customers have kept coming back to his American Designer Flowers florist shop. Fahmie and his father Sam opened the store, located just east of I-285 on Memorial Drive in Decatur, in 1992.

Flower-shop owner recognized for being green

Minglewood Flowers

Margie Imus, whose organic arrangement made the cover of Flowers magazine, tries to leave a small environmental footprint.

Imus was selected because she is known as a supplier of home-grown and organic flowers. Still, she didn't expect to take the cover.

Purple statice

By Catalina:What can be paired up with purple statice?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Catalina,

Roses can be arranged with purple statice flower.

They can be made into beautiful purple Statice and Roses flower arrangement.

Gladiolus & Lilium

By Tom:When Gladiolus & Lilium will bloom ?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Tom,

Gladiolus bloom 90 days from planting. They bloom only once. They do not rebloom that year.

Lilium bloom during summer, mostly June - July.

Flower show Nov 21-22, 2009

Dahlia Tubers

The Yeovil and District Chrysanthemum and Dahlia Society will be holding its 65th open chrysanthemum show this weekend.

The show will be held at the Holy Trinity Scout Hall in Plantagenet Chase, off Lysander Road, Yeovil, on November 21-22.

Flowers of Morristown Digital Photo Exhibit through out November, 2009

Images of flowers

Stan Freeny's digital photography exhibit on Flowers of Morristown is currently on display in the F.M. Kirby Gallery at the Morristown & Morris Twp Library .

The display are images of flowers and other colorful plants grown in the Morristown area. Specifically, the photographs were made in the gardens of the Frelinghuysen Aboretum, at the Arboretum's 2006 Daffodil Show and in the Heritage Garden of the Macculloch Hall Historical Museum.

Israel agrees to allow Gaza flowers to Europe

Gaza flower exports

Israel agreed to allow Gaza farmers to export flowers to Europe through its commercial crossing points with the blockaded Gaza Strip, Palestinian and Israeli sources said Thursday.

"The Netherlands has put pressure on Israel to agree Gaza flower exports to the European Union... We will send the first shipment on Dec. 10," Khalil told Xinhua.

HCM City to have "Sunrise Spring" flower road this Tet

lunar New Year 2010 (Tet)

The southern metropolis has unveiled its plans for the Nguyen Hue flower road to celebrate the lunar New Year 2010 (Tet). The theme of the flower road will be "Sunrise Spring".

The city also revealed other activities to celebrate Tet, including: the banh tet (southern rice cake) festival, firework shows on the New Year Eve and the Shining Street programme.

St. Clair County clears way for plane carrying flowers to arrive Friday at MidAmerica

Hiatus in flower flights

The St. Clair County Public Building Commission on Thursday approved a lease agreement with a St. Louis-based firm to take over air cargo and warehouse operations at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport.

The commission's deal with MidAmerica Cargo Handlers Inc. clears the way for its partner, LAN Cargo, of Chile, to land a plane loaded with South American flowers at the airport at 8 a.m. Friday.

Himalayan region growth projects need to be altered

The forest planning and development

the forest planning and development projects in the Himalayan region needed to be altered to address the likely impact of climate change to minimise the adverse impact and vulnerability.

Daffodils

By Melody:Is there something special I should do when using daffodils as a cut flowers in a vase?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Melody,

In my view, giving a own vase to daffodils as cutflowers is the most important, as daffodil stems give off a compound that is toxic to other flowers.

Iris beds

By Guest:I have a lot of iris beds, but they no longer bloom. I get lots of foliage, but no blooms. What am I doing wrong?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

Non blooming Irises might have been affected with :

1. There might have some problems during transplanting.

2. When you plant your irises, sure the top surface of the rhizome is level with or just slightly below the soil surface. If you bury the rhizome too deeply, the plant may refuse to flower. Do NOT mulch directly over the rhizomes.

3 Or some nutrient deficiency.

City holds first flower festival Nov 18 - Nov 20

Varieties of flowers

The first ever flower festival in Cebu City kicked off Nov 18 morning through a parade of floats, decorated with varieties of flowers, from Fuente Osmeña to Plaza Sugbu. The festival will run for three days until November 20.

The cutflower industry in the city as well as an opportunity for small-scale producers to find their niche in the local and international market.

Flower show commercial stalls to be auctioned on December 2

The commercial stalls for auction

Auctions of the Hong Kong Flower Show 2010 commercial stalls will be held on December 2 (Wednesday) at Lockhart Road Sports Centre on 11/F Lockhart Road Municipal Services Building, 225 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai. Bidders must be at least 18 years old. Each bidder can bid for more than one stall.

Fran's Flowers celebrates 50 years

50th anniversary celebration

Since the doors first opened in January of 1960, Fran's Flowers has always been a family-owned business. Even now that Frances ?Fran? Van Epps, the founder of the Brewerton-based shop, has passed away, the family is dedicated to carrying on the ?family legacy.?

Almost 50 years ago, Van Epps began the floral journey by running the business from her basement. She supported her two sons, Robert and James, while running the shop. Robert immediately joined the working team as soon as he acquired his driver?s license at age 16 so he could make deliveries for his mother.

Flower club grows in popularity

Flower displays and workshops

The Penarth Flower Arrangement Club culminates with the spectacular open evening, they can look back on an eventful year of days out and evenings enjoying flower displays and workshops.

This year's open evening demonstrater is Sue Blandford from Usk, and her theme for the evening is Star of Wonder. Sue is a national demonstrator who by the end of the evening will have the stage packed with wonderful christmas arrangements.

Bahrain Duty Free spots blooming business opportunity

online flowers

Bahrain Duty Free has signed an agreement with Singapore Flower to provide a new service that allows travellers to buy flowers through its website

The online ordering service is available to travellers arriving at and departing from the Kingdom, and it includes the delivery of flowers locally to all areas in Bahrain.

Laying down roots: Garden Club celebrates 60 years

Garden Club

On Thursday, Nov. 17, 1949 at 1 p.m., at the Presbyterian Church in Richmond, Mo., a group of women met to organize a Garden Club.

And so, 60-years-ago the Rainbow Garden Club was born. Mrs. F.G. Weary was elected the first president and the club has continued without pause over the years with the dedication and meticulous record-keeping of its members.

Iris

By Richard Segal:In the rear area of my property, which gets perhaps 6 hours of sun or partial sun, the ground is always very wet after a rain, and will remain so for many days. It will dry out after several days of sun so I can't term it as being "swampy".

Can you suggest a type of iris that I should consider for that particular location. I live in South Carolina.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Richard Segal,

Irises prefer well-drained soil, rich in organic matter.

Japanese and Louisiana iris can grow in wet soil.

Yellow flag iris can be grown in standing water.

Hyacinth

By Guest:How should we care for Hyacinth plant? Should it be kept inside or be planted outside? If planted outside, will it comeback year after year? If kept inside, should it be repotted in a bigger pot? It is now in a 6" pot.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

You can plant them outside outdoors.

It would grow this year , but will not bloom this year.

Larger the bulb, larger the flower.

Make sure to let the leaves turn brown and then remove the leaves to let the rest of the growing time go to the bulb.

In my view, the size of the pot can be increased.

Holiday Showcase Nov 21, 2009

The Little Flower Council

The Little Flower Council of St. Therese Parish in Rothschild will hold its annual Holiday Showcase from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 21 at the St. Therese School gymnasium and cafeteria, 112 W. Kort St., Schofield.

Horticulture students host Christmas Poinsettia sale Nov. 19 - Nov. 23

Christmas Poinsettia sale

NGTC Horticulture students inspect this year's poinsettia crop. North Georgia Technical College's Environmental Horticulture Department will hold its Christmas Poinsettia sale through Thursday, Nov. 19, on the Clarkesville campus. The greenhouse will be open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Flower club to close if no-one takes over

Harwich and District Chrysanthemum Society

A FLOWER club is set to fold after 61 years in Harwich. With only two of it's members now living in the town, the Harwich and District Chrysanthemum Society, will be closing it's doors at the AGM next month.

But chairman Robin Thomas said he still holds a ray of hope that some new members may come along to keep the society running.

Japan Engineers New Rose Business

Blue roses

Debuting this month in the Japan's $4 billion cut flower market, Suntory's rose, named "Applause", boasts a purplish-blue tint with a single stem going for about $33.

At the International Flower Expo near Tokyo, Suntory's Yasunori Yomo said the genetically engineered rose was the product of 20 years of tinkering.

Former flower shop worker gets house arrest, probation for fraud

Dean's Flowers

A Halifax man will spend a year on house arrest, followed by a year on probation, for defrauding his former employer of about $25,000. Michael Craig Jackson, 45, pleaded guilty in August to fraud over $5,000 and was sentenced Tuesday in Halifax provincial court.

Mr. Jackson took the money from Dean's Flowers on Stanley Street in Halifax between August 2005 and March 2009. Crown attorney Rick Woodburn said Mr. Jackson completed well over 100 fraudulent transactions, where he wrote up fake orders for flowers and then made refunds to his debit card.

Work on botanical garden begins

Botanical garden

Work on the botanical garden to be set up on Cathedral Road began on Tuesday. The garden, to come up in the place of Woodlands Drive-In Restaurant at a cost of Rs 8 crore, will be ready in 10 months, officials said.

Elements of Japanese, Italian and English gardens will subtly merge at this place which will also bring out the Dravidian flavour of the land. The garden will also incorporate elements of an Indian-Buddhist garden and sport a butterfly garden, waterfalls, water fountains, sunken gardens, treehouses, water and rock gardens and a live herbarium for botany researchers and students.

Birds of Paradise

By Guest:I would love to know how to care for my Birds of Paradise. I live in a Mediterranean country, Malta, that has a changeable climate.

The leaves of my Birds of Paradise are a pale green rather than the usual healthy green, and the foliage have like black spots or stains. What can it be and what I can do.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

Probably it might be the work of fungi or bacteria.

You can remove the infected leaves when the plant is dry.

Leaves that collect around the base of the plant should be raked up and disposed of.

Avoid water from top, but water from the base of the plant. For fungal leaf spots, use a good fungicide.

Hyacinths

By Guest:HYACINTH'S ARE FALLING OVER, WHAT CAN WE DO IF ANYTHING TO CORRECT THIS.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

In my view, its normal in case of hyacinths.

They are toppled over when they opened due to their weight. You can lift and put small stakes to hold the flower stalks.

Usually it is probably be due to heavy rain.

Timaru Festival of Roses 20 - 29 Nov 2009

The flower that bursts into bloom

The port city of Timaru welcomes the start of the summer with the Timaru Festival of Roses. Visitors can enjoy workshops, exhibitions and garden tours, all in honour of the flower that bursts into bloom around November.

Organic Gardening Day 2009 Nov. 21

Organic gardening

Master Gardener Organic Gardening Day 2009 will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Hawthorn Hotel and Suites, 101 Trade Center Drive, Champaign.

Organic gardening experts from around the world will present five educational sessions to inspire herb gardening and use in the coming year.

CHRISTMAS Flowers Evening Class from 24 November,2009

Hanging Holly Ball

JAMES Watt College have launched a festive new evening class. The three week "All About Christmas Flowers" course begins on Tuesday 24 November.

Students will discover everything from simple flower arrangements to table settings, decorations, wreathes and even a 'Hanging Holly Ball' for those with their eye on someone at the Christmas party.

New flower import operation to get underway Friday at MidAmerica

St. Louis Airport's flower import

The three-month hiatus that stalled MidAmerica St. Louis Airport's flower import business is set to end at 6 a.m. Friday, when a Boeing 757 cargo plane of roses and carnations lands after a 2,530-mile flight from Bogota, Colombia.

The landing represents a "reboot" for the flower flight program under a new management operation being headed by John Baisch, president of Baisch & Skinner, a St. Louis-based flower wholesaler.

Hibiscus blossoms as a food, drink ingredient

Hibiscus healthful reputation

Hibiscus has gained buzz recently for its healthful reputation and potential medicinal properties, but chefs long have prized the flower's full flavor, deep red color and its heritage as an ingredient used around the globe.

Flower Council of Holland research reveals Britons crave colour and flowers

Britons need flowers

Britain's towns and cities are dull, drab places, according to new research from the Flower Council of Holland (FCH), which found a majority of people craving a new life in the country, more colour and more flowers.

New chairmanship of Budleigh Salterton flower club

Salterton Flower Arrangement Society

TWO flower enthusiasts have taken over the chairmanship of a Budleigh Salterton club.

Eivor Gardner and Eileen Brookes were elected joint chairman of Budleigh Salterton Flower Arrangement Society at a recent AGM meeting.

Eileen, of West Hill Lane, said she was extremely pleased to have been elected.

Red Wing man charged in Mpls armed robbery

Minneapolis floral shop

A Red Wing man has been charged with an armed robbery at a Minneapolis floral shop. Dwayne Murray, 46, has been charged with aggravated robbery.

Authorities say he walked into the Riverside Kello Flower shop on October 14 with a knife and demanded the shop owner open the cash register. According to the criminal complaint, Murray took all the money and then left the store.

Acymbidium plants

By Guest:Can acymbidium plants survive when planted outside?(florida)

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

Cymbidium is a type of Orcchid. It can be grown indoors and outdoors. Its a very good houseplant.

If planted indoors, it can be brought outdoors, during winter months.

If planted outdoors it should be given protection from direct sunlight and taken indoors during summer.

Pink dogwood tree

By Charlotte, NC:We have a pink dogwood tree which is approximately 4-5 yrs old, and appears to be healthy, but it never blooms. It is surrounded with white dogwoods, but is our only pink. Is it true that a pink dogwood needs another pink in order to bloom properly? And by the way, it is about 8-9 feet tall in partial sun.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Charlotte, NC

Dogwoods are basically a southern tree and do not tolerate cold weather in the springtime when the flower buds are forming.

The climate must be warm enough in the spring to develop the flower buds.

The nonflowering of a dogwood may have several causes. Insects and diseases may have damaged and weakened the tree. The main insect is a borer, and the main disease is a fungus called anthracnose. Involvement with either of these is usually evident from their characteristic signs.

The lack of sunlight is also a possible cause for no blossoms. Dogwoods are often thought of as a shade tree, but they survive full sun and seem to do best with about a half day of morning sun and afternoon shade. Total shade or only an hour or two of sun is a cause of non-blooming.

Pohutukawa Festival 20 Nov - 6 Dec 2009 (annual)

Red Hot

Join in with the Coromandel Peninsula's celebrations of the Pohutukawa Tree, a natural beauty and icon of New Zealand. Events take place around the peninsula, particularly in the town of Thames, with all proceeds going towards the trees' conservation.

Rare orchid blooming at BSU greenhouses Nov. 16

Complex Flowers

The public can enjoy a rare opportunity to see these complex flowers firsthand Monday, Nov. 16, at the Ball State greenhouses, located in Christy Woods and open to the public 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The Coryanthes orchid, also known as the Bucket orchid, is a rare species from Amazonian South America.

Most MidAmerica flower flights have been less than half full

Flowers from South America

The cargo log, a copy of which was obtained by the News-Democrat, shows that most of the flower flights to MidAmerica were less than half full, averaging payloads of less than 22 tons apiece on the Arrow Cargo MD DC-10 cargo planes, which can haul more than 70 tons at a time.

Agriculture to be excluded from CPRS

Horticulture

Farmers are to be exempt from the planned emissions trading scheme, with Labor agreeing to the Coalition request for an exclusion of agriculture from the scheme.

Horticulture organisation Growcom welcomed the Federal Government's announcement, with Chief Advocate Rachel Mackenzie saying the decision was a significant concession and a win for the agricultural sector.

Car crashes into Albany flower shop

Albany Floral

A car swerving out of the way of a truck crashes into an Albany business.

Police say 19-year-old Alise Norwood of Ellenwood, Georgia was headed west on 7th Avenue around 5:25 Sunday night when a black truck blew a stop sign

Flower shop opens in former Davison dress store

Flower Shop

Angie Smith-Varner is looking forward to dressing up the gazebo at Clark and State streets for the Christmas season.

Vogt's opened Oct. 12 at the former Chez Ralene women's dress shop, 425 S. State, and held an open house with wall-to-wall people crammed into the 900-square-foot full-service floral shop.

Frangipani

By Brown:I live in the UAE and have a newly planted Frangipani in my garden which keeps losing its leaves.They turn yellow then drop off. There are only two leaves left now. There were some new shoots apearing but that growth seems to have stopped now too.

I've tried watering it - which seems to make it worse. I've also tried stopping watering it - which seems to help.

What am I doing wrong? What doesn't it like?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Brown,

Rust problem might have been there in Frangipani.

Symptoms of rust include many small, bright-yellow pustules on the undersides of leaf surfaces. These pustules rupture to release masses of powdery, yellow spores. The spores, falling from infected leaves onto stems and leaves below, make them appear as if dusted by yellow powder. Heavily infected leaves fall prematurely.

Researchers found that fungicides such as Mancozeb and sulfur which are available for home garden use to control rust and other fungal problems in ornamentals were not as effective as oxycarboxin. You could try using a general fungicide to slow the development of the disease (such as Yates Spray Insecticide and Pesticide, which contains sulfur and Mancozeb), and as a winter cleanup.

Leaf burn can also cause on frangipanis this is usually due to watering of the leaves during the intense heat in the middle of the day.

If you're watering, then do so in the morning or late afternoon.

Agapanthus

By Barbara Johnson:How can we divide the agapanthus?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Barbara Johnson,

Propagation by division of Agapanthus bulbs is the spring most widely used method of propagation and is the most reliable.

Tulips

By Geraldine:My tulips came up but did not bloom. The bulbs were transplanted to a new flower bed this year. Can you think of any reason for not getting blooms?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Geraldine,

If those non-flowering bulbs were planted last fall, you probably have a soil (or added fertilizer) with too much nitrogen in it.

Nitrogen also encourages leafy growth at the expense of flowering.

You can have your soil tested. And make sure that any bulb fertilizers you use has a higher second and third number (the P and K) that it does nitrogen (N). Numbers like 5-10-10 are good.

Another possibility is that your bulbs are in too much shade.

Floral masterpieces Nov. 19, 2009

Floral Fantasy

Pi Beta Phi Alumnae club's sixth annual Floral Fantasy is Nov. 19, and you'll be able to watch floral masterpieces be created right before your eyes.

The event will be at Parkview Church of the Nazarene, 4701 Far Hills Ave., in Kettering. The doors open at 6:15 p.m. The program begins at 7 p.m. and ends no later than 9:30 p.m.

Flower expo from 11 Nov-14 Nov, 2009

Promoting Flower Business

With the objective of promoting flower business and to raise awareness about floriculture, Floriculture Association of Nepal, Kaski, is organizing third Flower Exhibition in Pokhara from Wednesday. The four-day exhibition features around 22 stalls that display some 450 varieties of flowers and saplings.

Rare flower preserved by crofting

Primula scotica

The Scottish primrose, primula scotia, is only found in Caithness, Sutherland and Orkney.

Traditional farming methods have helped protect one of Scotland's rarest flowers, according to Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).

Award for flower festival designer

National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies

THE chief designer of the Salisbury 750 Flower Festival in the Cathedral in 2008 and president of Salisbury Floral Arrangement Society has been honoured by the National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies (NAFAS).

Crops on over 72,000 hectares damaged

Horticulture

The post-monsoon rain and the impact of Cyclone Phyan are expected to have damaged crops on 72,000 hectares in Maharashtra, state agriculture minister Balasaheb Thorat said.

According to preliminary estimates based on inputs received from village-level agriculture officers, foodgrain crops on over 44,000 hectares, vegetable produce on 28,000 hectares and fruit plantation on 28,000 hectares have been adversely affected, the minister said.

GREEN VALLEY GARDEN CLUB

flower arrangement of the month

Green Valley Garden Club had its November meeting at Emmanuel Lutheran Church with hostess Mamie Guinther and co-hostess Pat Shyrock. Guinther made the flower arrangement of the month, which was roses from her garden.

At the Coshocton County Fair Flower Show, member Sharleen Flowers won Second Best of Show and Carol Lawless received Judges Choice on their artistic design flower arrangements.

Lotus plant

By Victoria Dixon:I found your website while researching for a novel I'm writing. I need to know if an established lotus plant would already have large, green leaves in late winter/early spring if the climate's warm enough. Do the leaves die back? (I'm clueless on botany.) Thank you for any assistance you can give!

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Victoria Dixon,

Lotus plant is dormant over the fall and winter months.

The Lotus plant will have and should have the leaves all winter.

Leave the lotus leaves until they totally dry out, turn brown and dessicate. Leaves can be removed well above the waterline in late fall, winter or even spring.

They should not be removed as it may injure the plant.

Outside flower box

By Guest:I have an outside flower box that doesn't ever get sunlight, What is the best flower to grow in no sunlight besides ivy? Thank you very much

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir/Madam,

When you talk about no sunlight , that means only shaded plants, then Ferns, bleeding hearts can be a good choice.If you say about no light, Mushrooms comme to our mind.

Some other shade plants are Pothos vine, philodendron vine.

Christmas flower show November 25, 2009

Christmas flower show

The Parry Sound Horticultural Society's Christmas flower show "An Old-Fashioned Christmas" will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 25 at the Seguin Seniors hall at 80 James Street.

Garden club will host "Fun With Flowers" Nov 18,2009

Fall Flower Design

Camellia Garden Club invites the public to its next "Fun with Flowers" on Nov. 18, at the Winter Haven Garden Center.

The Camellia Garden Club will present this floral designer at its fall 2009 "Fun with Flowers." Make and take home a fall flower design under Burkhart's step by step directions. All materials will be furnished except clippers. Each participant must provide their own.

The event begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.

KL Mayor cancels RM32mil flower contract

The flowers and plants

City Mayor Datuk Ahmad Fuad Ismail has cancelled a three-year RM32.4 million contract for flowers.

"The cancellation of the flower contract is part of the Mayor's efforts to right wrongs and questionable decisions and policies of previous administrations. Also, as times are bad, the DBKL needs to focus its limited resources on more important issues," said the source.

Flower farm hosts a tour

Florida-friendly plants

About 100 people attended the inaugural Dirt Bag tour Oct. 31 at the Riverview Flower Farm.

Attendees were shown how to plant in pots and learned to install a drip irrigation system from a kit. They also got hands-on experience creating seed pots out of recycled newspaper.

Colombian women workers strike for survivalin cut flower industry

Industrialized Floriculture Operation

Accompanied by her children and 25 fellow workers, strike leader Aidé Silva escorted our small U.S. labor delegation through an industrialized floriculture operation near Madrid, Colombia. Some 400 workers organized by the National Union of Flower Workers (Untraflores) began their strike on September 9. Only 35 strikers were on hand for the visit October 18, because, said Silva, it was Sunday.

Former RHS Chelsea Flower Show sponsor Marshalls sees sales drop 18%

Chelsea Flower Show sponsor

Former RHS Chelsea Flower Show sponsor Marshall's sales to the public sector and commercial market, which represent 57 per cent of the stone supplier's sales, are down 18 per cent and sales to the domestic market were down 15 per cent compared to the 2008.

Marshalls chief executive Graham Holden said sponsoring Chelsea Flower Show had helped "a little bit on brand awareness". He said garden sustainability, working with children and living streets were messages Marshalls had got over to the public.

St. Clair County switches partners for 'flower flights,

The Flower Flights

The weekly flights of Boeing 757 jets loaded with South American flowers are set to resume Nov. 20 at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport after a three-month hiatus.

But the flower flights, and their handling in the warehouse, will be overseen by a new partner with St. Clair County -- MidAmerica Cargo Handlers, of St. Louis.

Roscoff Exotic Garden 1 Mar - 30 Nov 2009 (annual)

Flowers Stay Blooming

The Gulf Stream ensures that the flowers stay blooming far longer in the Roscoff Exotic Garden than inland. The garden covers 1.6 hectares and has 3000 species drawn exclusively

Jasmine plants

By Michelle:I have 4 Jasmine plants located on vines along my west side of my property, block wall. The plants have done well, they are working on their third year. Still I have not seen a flower. They get the stems that are supposed to become flowers but do .not flower. I give them fertilizer during the flowering season, but still nothing. The plants are green but no flowers.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Michelle,

Apply a Mild fertilizer during spring.

Plenty of water should be given during summer.

Jasmine plants should be provided with full sunlight upto at least four hours a day.

Phosphorous and Potassium should be applied in two split doses i.e once after annual pruning and again during June and July.

Tips of the plants should be pinched to stimulate lateral growth and frequent pruning.

Follow this and see.

Iceland poppy

By Deborah:I am a very new beginner of gardening , so I need step by step on the planting and care of the Iceland poppy . I only have one to start with and I must say that I do know enough to say that my soil contains mostly clay dirt . So were do I go from here PLEASE HELP!

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Deborah,

Iceland poppies are extremely hardy and will grow in any soil.

Planting of Iceland poppies:

Just press the seeds into the surface of the soil, sprinkle a small amount of sand or vermiculite over them, and spritz to moisten.

When the seedlings show, keep the pots in best light.

Care of Iceland poppies:

Soil should be well drained.

Keep seedlings evenly moist.

When plants get 4 inches or so tall, water only when the surface of the soil is dry to the depth of your first knuckle.

Fertilize weekly with a plant food that is not too high in nitrogen. When the plants bloom, remove spent flowers.

If you allow plants to go to seed, it will greatly reduce their longevity.

Iceland poppies are amongst the best poppies for cutting, lasting several days in the vase if they are cut just before the buds open.

Sinshe Flower Sea Invites You to Enjoy Hakka Delicacies November 14, 2009

Pine Garden Resort

2009 Sinshe Flower Sea Festival will kick off on November 14, 2009 in Sinshe Township, Taichung County. Although the event hasn't started yet, now it is the perfect time to appreciate the fascination of flower sea before the venue is crowded with nationwide tourists.

Bezera youths transform hillock into orchid garden

Orchid Garden

Sheer determination and the courage exuded by unemployed local youths has transformed a hillock still frequented by wild animals into a mesmerizing and high-tech orchid garden which has thousands of orchids with high commercial value blooming now.

Flower girls on scent of success

Florist of the Future

TWO florists won top awards at a prestigious competition for their creative take on designing accessories out of flowers.

The talented pair who work at Hubbards Florist, in Holbrook Lane, Holbrooks, were eager to enter the competition but never dreamed of becoming winners.

Florist honored in Lewis County

Award Winning Florist

A Lowville florist has been named the 27th annual Lewis County Chamber of Commerce Businessperson of the Year.

While a nominating committee typically selects the annual award recipient, there were so many strong nominees this year the matter was brought to the full chamber board of directors for a final decision, Mrs. Merrill said.

UK companies hit Tokyo for IFEX 2009 flower show

Flower Expo in Tokyo

The sixth international flower expo in Tokyo -- IFEX 2009 -- took place this week and six companies from the UK and Ireland exhibited at the show.

Ireland-based Fitzgerald Nurseries exhibited at the show for the first time. The company was showing off its Phormium cookianum 'Black Adder', Libertia x ixioides Goldfinger and Carex oshimensis 'Everest', all of which are big sellers in the Japanese market.

Plants growing below 30 cms

By Elisabeth:Name some plants growing below 30 cms.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Elisabeth,

Lavender Little Lady

Little Lottie

are the plants growing below 30 cms.

Calla Lillies

By Guest:I am getting married at the end of August and I really love Calla Lillies. Since they bloom in June is it maybe possible to plants them indoors so they will be able to bloom for the end of August. How would I go actually buying seeds and preserving them as well as then growing them for their late summer bloom?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Madam,

You can start your in indoors in later winter and transplant them outdoors after your last frost in the spring.

Then the calla lilies will grow and bloom through spring, summer and even fall, but will be possible only when the calla lilies would be dug up, divided and stored during the winter.

Floral design workshops will lead up to the garden show Nov. 16, Dec. 15, Jan. 11, Jan. 26, Feb. 8.

Floral Design Workshops

As a lead-up to next year's Wichita Garden Show, the show's educational foundation is sponsoring a series of five floral design workshops this fall and winter.The schedule of topics: grape vine wreaths, Nov. 16; all-green arrangements, Dec. 15; designs using tropicals, Jan. 11; designing outside the box, Jan. 26; and judges critiquing your arrangement, Feb. 8.

Festival of Trees returns to HHN on Nov. 17

The Annual Festival of Tree

Santa's little helpers have been very busy as each week they gather at a secret work location and prepare for the annual Festival of Tree, which is held at Hockey Heritage North.

Taipei's vast flower expo to showcase 'Power of Beauty'

Gardening and Horticulture Exposition

When the Shanghai World Expo ends next November, people can enjoy another expo, this one in Taiwan.

The Taipei International Gardening and Horticulture Exposition will run from November 6, 2010, to April 25, 2011.

New hope for world's biggest and weirdest flower

Rafflesia

Deep in the jungles of Southeast Asia blooms the world's biggest flower -- a massive fleshy orb designed by nature to attract insects by mimicking the colour and stench of rotting meat.

The bizarre bloom, named Rafflesia after famed British colonialist Sir Stamford Raffles who stumbled across one in Borneo in 1818, is under threat from deforestation and harvesting for traditional medicine.

But under an innovative Malaysian scheme, indigenous tribes who once gathered Rafflesia buds by the sackload are being trained as custodians of the rare flowers, and to act as guides for ecotourists.

Values influence floral purchases

Floral Consumption Values

People identified as "heavy users" of flowers rated "emotion conditioning" as more important than "showing care to others," researchers in Taiwan found.

Li-Chun Huang from National Taiwan University and Tzu-Fang Yeh from Da-Yeh University headed a research project that evaluated the differences in floral consumption values across consumer groups.

Flower Festival will brighten up Pershore next summer

The major fundraising event

A FESTIVAL of Flowers will be held in Pershore Abbey next summer as the Mayor and Mayoress attempt to generate money and support for their chosen charities.

Climbing Roses

By Trevor:All affected roses are climbing roses growing by my fence and the affected buds are all at the very top of the bushes.

Other than that my bushes are all healthy and there is no evidence of insects or fungus.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Trevor,

We are unable to exactly identify the problem.

Check whether you are giving a lot of fertilizers which may cause the buds to burn before they turn up.

Check also whether the top plant parts are not exposed to other plants infection.

Jasmine

By carolyn:My large jasmine which is potted and root bound seems to be dieing, Help. what to do? Do they require a lot of water?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear carolyn,

Probably your jasmine plant needs repotting.

Try to repot the jasmine.

But the Jasmines do not need much water.

Minneapolis Farmers' Market 25 Apr - 20 Nov 2009

Flowers, foods, arts and crafts.

The indoor Minneapolis Farmer's Market is the place for locals to find fresh produce and locally-produced products at fair prices. It offers a mammoth range of foods, flowers and arts and crafts.

Royal Agricultural Winter Fair 6 - 15 Nov 2009

Plants, Flowers and Horticultural Gadgets

The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair at Toronto's Direct Energy Centre is the big agricultural and horticultural expo for the state of Ontario.

Attractions include a fabulous garden fair with plants, flowers and horticultural gadgets. There are vegetable and fruit competitions, cheese judging, hundreds of livestock classes and a rodeo.

Ecuador seeks direct flower supplies to Russia

Flowers to Russia

Ecuador plans to launch direct supplies of flowers to Russia that are currently transited through Amsterdam, the president of the Latin American country, Rafael Correa, said on Sunday.

The president also reiterated that during the visit the parties signed "a raft of agreements aimed at boosting bilateral relations, including those on cooperation of customs services and on avoidance of double taxation for Russian investors in Ecuador."

Naples Botanical Garden reopening as second largest garden in the state

Naples Botanical Garden

he Naples Botanical Garden reopens this Saturday in a huge way: It will come out of its 17-month hiatus as the second largest developed botanical garden in the state, with 70 developed acres. After its final first-phase gardens are developed, possibly next year, it will likely be the largest.

Women take reins of agricultural enterprises

Agriculture Enterprises

The most recent U.S. Department of Agriculture census showed women represent more than 30 percent, or 1 million, of principal farm operators in the United States, an increase of 19 percent in five years.

The statewide increase in women as principal operators reflected the national trend, with a 19- percent increase, up from 7,660 to 9,127, during the same time.

Pollination in the pre-flower-power era

pre-flower Era

An obscure group of scorpionflies with specialized mouthparts may have pollinated ancient plants millions of years before flowers evolved, a new study suggests.

Fossils indicate that before flowers evolved about 130 million years ago, most plants with seeds were wind-pollinated. Yet the pollen grains of some plants that lived in the prefloral era were too big to be wind-dispersed.

Flowers

By Michele:I'm trying to surprise my friend by getting some flowers for her.

She described a flower she had and loved that is now gone. She didn't know what it was so all I have is this:

It's blossom looks like thorns but is soft and velvety to the touch.

I think it was even gray or something. Not colorful.

I can try to get a better description, but I don't want to let on that I'm trying to get them for her.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Michele,

It would help us in identifying the flower, if there was more information like their nativity and habitat. Anyways, I was thinking of spiderlilies when thought of thorns like flower.

Plants names

By Jacqui:I wonder if you could let me know whether any of the following names have plants named after them?

Nanny

Grandad

Marshall

Kathleen

John

Taylor.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Jacqui,

We could find only some names you have requested us to find the flower names.

Nanny - A new and distinct cultivar of Asiatic Hybrid Lily plant named 'Tiny Nanny'

Grandad - Large orange flowers with a frilly edge to the petals. An exceptional Azalea , called- AZALEA DEAR GRANDAD

John - Hypericum - Name: Pronounced hy-PERRI-cum, common name St John's Wort.

Red November celebration 15 Oct - 15 Nov 2009 (annual)

Red Flanders poppies, Blue cornflowers

In the cool mountain climate of the Granite Belt these red poppies begin blooming mid-October and continue until the end of November. The scarlet Flanders poppies of the Remembrance Field are part of Glen Aplin's Red November celebration of the region's excellent red wines, strawberries and cherries.

Mum's the word 10-15 Nov

Flower Show

mums hold center stage at the Baltimore Conservatory's annual Fall Flower Show, where visitors -- admission is free but a $2 donation is gratefully appreciated -- can see the splendor, variety and power of chrysanthemums.

The conservatory, located on Swan Drive in Druid Hill Park, is open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and the exhibition continues through Nov. 15.

Kashmiri saffron industry withers

Saffron flowers

Saffron spice cultivation should be a growth industry for Indian Kashmir as it begins to recover from decades of unrest, but drought, pollution and corruption are threatening its future.

Kashmir is famous for its crocus flowers and their fragrant reddish-orange stamens which are plucked, then dried, before being used in cooking the world over to add taste and colour.

Shooting murder in Phuket flower shop

Chalong flower shop

A middle-aged man found shot to death in a Chalong flower shop early this morning is thought to be the victim of a jealousy-inspired murder.

Police identified the victim as 38-year-old Surat Thani resident Weerathep Kamchan.Chalong Police received a report of the shooting at about 4:30am from the victim's alleged mistress, 36-year-old Boonruen Buasi.

Wild Flower Society honors local woman

Invasive Plant Atlas of New England

Penelope Sharp of North Branford received the 2009 Connecticut State Award from the New England Wild Flower Society's trustees Sunday.

Sharp received the award for her work in the preservation of rare and endangered native flora, through fieldwork and writings for the New England Plant Conservation Program, Connecticut Botanical Society and Invasive Plant Working Group.

Proper utilisation of Rs 40m grant to enhance floriculture sector

Floriculture

The proper utilisation of Rs 40 million grant for agribusiness sector Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) approved by Agribusiness Support Fund (ASF) will ensure positive results.

ASF Appraisal Committee has started supporting floriculture exporters to comply with the Euro-Retailer Produce Working Group, Good Agricultural Practices (EUREPGAP) and ISO certification requirements besides granting them funds for producing quality promotion.

Birds of Paradise

By Guest:1.what time of year does the plant produce flowers?

2. Is this after the blossom is cut it will last about a week in a container of water as a floral arrangement for display?

3. Additionally, approximately how many plants would I have to grow to be able to have 20 to 30 flowers at one time day of the wedding?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear,

1.Birds of Paradise bloom from September through May.

2.Lasts about a week in a container of water as a floral arrangement for display.

3.The plant produces the blooms only after the plant completes 4-5 years after maturation.

I think, by that time the plant produces number of clumps. In my view, planting 5-6 plantings is sufficient for you to get 20-30 number of flowers.

Cathedral's "Festival of Flowers" an inspiration for participants and attendees

Festival of Flowers

More than 3,000 people toured this year's Festival of Flowers in early October at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in San Francisco, where Father John Talesfore is rector.

Twenty-two parishes took part in the Little Flower Festival this year, joined by 17 students from City College of San Francisco's Horticulture and Floristry who also designed works for the Sacred Treasures Exhibit

Bethlehem bulbs

By George:How do I get rid of star of bethlehem bulbs? I tried removing them from my flower bed two years ago and now they are taking over my entire backyard!

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear George,

Star of bethlehems flowers are weedy plants and are invasive.

In my view, its better to physically remove the bulbs which will reduce the plant over time.

All parts of the plant are poisonous.

Garden Forum shows and luncheon planned Nov 11, 2009

Flower show

The Garden Forum of Greater Youngstown will have a holiday flower show, a standard flower show, luncheon and general meeting on Nov. 11 at the Davis Center at Fellows Riverside Gardens. Flower show registration will be from 8:30-10:30 a.m. The show will be open to the public.

Home for Christmas standard flower show Nov 7&8, 2009

Flower show

The district and its 14 garden clubs are inviting the public to view floral displays, horticultural specimens and artistic crafts from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Collinsville Historical Museum.

Bouquet of thanks for founder of flower club

Flower club

AFTER starting off with just a few members, Topsham Flower Club has grown to become the largest in Devon and Cornwall.

The club recently celebrated its 25th birthday and to recognise its achievements founder Edith Hurtley has been given the Echo's Bouquet of the Week.

Valuable Grape Vines Stolen from U of M

Horticulture Research Center

Thieves stole grape vines from the University of Minnesota's Horticulture Research Center in Victoria.

The vines that were stolen are being developed to create a new grape that will be used to produce a new kind of wine. The university has been researching the grape for two years and could patent it.

Onions are big winners at flower show

Flower and Vegetable Show

BREATHTAKING blooms and a selection of greens were on display at a flower and vegetable show.

Society president Peter Robertson said: "I was astounded by the blooms. We just don't see them apart from in pictures, usually. To see them in real, true life form, it was exquisite."

Zinnia and Marigold

By Ruby:I recently brought a home in dallas, Tx. I would like to put some nice flowers in my backyard. Can you name some plants that do well in summer. I want to have low maintainence flowers.Do you think Zinnia and Marigold will work and are they easy to maintain. Please let me know.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Ruby,

Crinums can also be a favourite flowers in Texas, apart from Zinnias and Marigolds during summer.

Bottle brush bushes & Hasty lillies

By Richard:Would bottle brush bushes be suited for the climate in Mobile al and are hasty lillies a good ground cover ?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Richard,

The climate in Mobile al is very hot and humid with occasional very cold spell and sometimes icy conditions.

Spring and Fall are comfortably warm usually with a nice breeze. The summers are very hot and humid with good amount of rainfall.

Bottle brush plants can be grown in full sun produce the best flowers.

Plants can be lightly pruned after flowering to keep them in shape.

A low-phosphorous fertiliser should be applied in spring and autumn.

Mulching will help retain soil moisture and reduce weed growth.

Yes, your climate is in between tropical to temperate type, i think your bottle brush plants and lilies can survive the place you are in.

Taranaki Rhododendron & Garden Festival 30 Oct-8 Nov

The colourful and innovative gardens

The Taranaki Rhododendron & Garden Festival gives horticulture enthusiasts the chance to wander around 60 private gardens at the height of rhododendron-blooming season.

Home and Garden Nov 3 to 9

Wisbech Standard

Porcelain sculpting. Taipei artist Afa Lu will do a live sculpting demonstration at a Franz Porcelain event. Noon-5 p.m. Nov. 6. Floral design demos, refreshments.

Japanese Touch to Native Garden Design. Featuring a slide show and question-and-answer session with landscape contractor Peter Bowyer. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 7

Temple open for spring festival November 7 and 8

Sprawling Gardens

The Tibetan Buddhist Society's Peaceful Land of Joy Meditation Centre in Yuroke will show off the sprawling gardens and beautiful temple that are a backdrop to rich ideas.

Rose's flowers win national award

Residential Garden Contest

A local bloomer has been rewarded for her long standing love of all things green and growing.

Rose Hamrlik of Strathmore has won the Canada-wide Miracle-Gro Residential Garden Contest.

Hamrlik won in the container garden medium category. Her victory was announced during the two days festivities, Oct. 2 and 3, at the National Awards Ceremonies in Vaughan, Ont.

Ugandan farmers invest in flower farming

Horticulture and Floriculture

Ugandan farmers willing to venture in growing flowers will benefit from improved revenues since this type of farming is entirely commercial. Crop Science researchers at Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute (Muarik), Kabanyolo have said with the population increasing and land becoming scarce, there is need for farmers to utilise small sizes of land to get high returns.

Shillong flower show attracts visitors

Flower show

Hundreds of flower lovers thronged the annual autumn flower show in Shillong.

Organized by the Shillong Agri-Horticulture Society, the flower show aims to encourage flower exhibitors. As many as 370 entries were registered from all over the country.

Frequent flower buyers seek product variety

consumer values influencing floral purchases

Florists and other retailers who sell flowers and plants can now add another tool to their marketing kit. A recent study of "consumption values" may help them understand what influences consumer's choices in regard to floral purchases, and how to better design marketing efforts and purchase stock that can increase customers and sales.

Palmer Flowers replaces Fort Collins Floral

Fort Collins Floral

Palmer Flowers is returning to its roots in downtown and expanding its floral offerings throughout Fort Collins.

The 33-year-old flower shop has purchased Fort Collins Floral, 205 N. College Ave., and is rebranding it as Palmer Flower's newest location.

Tuesday, Palmer added the Palmer Flowers sign to the new store while leaving a Fort Collins Floral sign in place as well to educate customers.

Gladiolus

By Nena M. Cook:I am planting Gladiolus for the first time this year. I have a front flower bed that already has iris and lilies in it. All of these are white. I would like to know what flowers look good with Gladiolus in a flower bed? Can you help?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Nena M. Cook,

Lilies and Irises also go with Gladiolus.

Gladiolus are good to any home garden.

In the flower bed they may be planted in irregular groups among other flowers.

In my view, they can be attractive when grown among perennials such as peonies and daylilies.

cherry blossom

By Helen:I found a cherry blossom branch cut off the tree. can i salvage it by putting it in water, letting roots grow then resoiling/planting it?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Helen,

Both the sweet and sour cherries are usually, propagated by T-budding.

Sorry, no. Cherries don't root from cuttings.

Cherries are propagated by budding them on seedling stocks in the nursery and are sold for planting stock as one- or two-year-old trees. Sweet and Sour Cherries are fairly easy to grow. Sour Cherries, which are smaller and more tolerant of cold and heat, are easier to grow than sweet Cherries.

Japanese Garden Festival at Descanso Nov 7 & 8, 2009

Chrysanthemum show and sale

Descanso celebrates Japanese arts, crafts and culture with a weekend of activities for the whole family.

Events include: an Ikebana display from Kaz Kitajama of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana (both days), a chrysanthemum show and sale (both days) and a taiko drum performance (Sat. only at 1 p.m.) where afterward you can try your hand at drumming. All events are free with Garden's admission.

Garden events are set Nov 7, 2009

Gardening Workshop

Garden plots are now available to area residents at the Community Garden on Hale Street Extension in Norwich. There will be a lasagna gardening workshop on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the garden.

Edible Arrangements signs agreement for Turkey

Edible Arrangements

Edible Arrangements continues its blooming growth with a new deal that will take the chain to Turkey.

The Wallingford-based chain has signed an agreement with brothers Kemal and Emre Aydin, who plan to develop 15 locations throughout Turkey.

Flowers galore as show breaks records

Wisbech Standard

A DYMOCK chrysanthemum show attracted a record 86-exhibits on the weekend as well as being well supported by members of the public.

The village's hall was awash with vivid colours as flower-enthusaists showed off their prized examples on Sunday, November 1.

Flower shop in full bloom after fire

Flower Shop

An Austintown flower shop re-opens almost a year after a fire nearly burned it to the ground.The rebuilt "Something Unique For You" located next to the Walmart on Mahoning Avenue opened for business Tuesday

The owner of the shop, Deanna Hosey, says it was a struggle to re-open because of limited insurance.She plans to donate one dollar from every sale to the second harvest food bank.

Palmer Flowers expands downtown

Palmer Flowers

Palmer Flowers is returning to its roots in downtown, and expanding its floral offerings throughout Fort Collins.

The 33-year-old flower shop has purchased Fort Collins Floral, 205 N. College Ave., and is rebranding it Palmers Flowers newest location.

Success at flower and vegetable

Vegetables and Flowers

FROM onions to tomatoes to carrots, colourful vegetables competed along with pretty flowers at the late flower and vegetable show held by the New Forest and District Dahlia and Chrysanthemum Society on Saturday.

Daffodils

By Becky:In the fall of 2007, we planted some daffodils in our yard around tree bases. Some flowered in the spring of 2008, some only yielded green foliage. (We took care to add bone meal when we planted them.) This spring not a single one has a yellow bloom. Do you have any idea what we might be doing wrong?These are the King Alfred type bulbs.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Becky,

Usually for bulbs, phosphorous is the most important nutrient for flowering and to multiply annually. They should be fed bone meal twice a year.

Usually, Once in the spring before the plants bloom and again in autumn after the first frost.

If you only have time to feed once, it should be done in autumn.

Calcium is also plays a major role.

Calcium helps in development of a plants root system and the growing point or area of rapidly dividing cells at the tip of stems and branches. IF there is a deficiency of calcium then that can cause short, thick, bulbous roots or dieback of all the growing tips and tops.

And also treating the very young bulbs with bonemeal might have caused them non-blooming.

Hydrangeas

By Guest:I left my plant outside still in the pot & the temp.dropped below freezing. I brought it in but now it is all dead looking. Will it snap out of it?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear

You did not specify the area you live in.

Anyways, if you are in Northern part, you should know that they will be in it for a long cold spell.

You should wrap your hydrangeas in burlap for winter protection.

Planting the shrubs near house foundations also gives some refuge from cold temperatures.

Though most of the varieties of Hydrangeas are cold hardy and can sustain the temperatures between -10 and -20.

In your case , Give it sometime, Lets wait and see.

Chinese Rose Show Opened in People's Park October 31 to November 15

Chinese rose works

The "Chinese Rose Culture Show in Golden Autumn" opened in the Municipal People's Park in Shenzhen on October 31, 2009.

From October 31 to November 15, the Show will exhibit the photographic arts of Wang Shiguang, who is a member of Chinese Rose Branch of Chinese Flower Association, engaging in the collection, preservation and photography of Chinese old roses.

Orchids in flower 7 and 8 November

Victoria's leading orchid growers

SPECTACULAR spring orchids will be on show in Silvan this weekend.

Nursery B and T Ferns and Orchids will host the free, annual Yarra Valley Orchid Society Spring Sarcochilus and Orchid Spectacular on 7 and 8 November.

Zamboanga City losing its title of 'city of flowers'

City of flowers

Zamboanga City is on the verge of losing its title as the country's premier "city of flowers" The reason: The city's flower growers have an alarmingly low yield of the blooms the city has been known for for years.

Students Grow Flowers and Money

Beautiful flowers

Students at Springhill High School learn to have a green thumb. They do this through their Environmental Science and Horticulture classes. Their teacher James Cosby is a veteran at the green house process. With Mr. Cosby's help students grow the plants and then raise money for their school.

Flower shop still going strong after 30 years of serving customers in Copperas Cove

Flower shop in Copperas Cove

The Daisy flower shop in Copperas Cove is turning 30 years old.

The Daisy started in a Cove shopping center and moved after five years when rents went up. Rivers picked the current spot on Hawk Trail, just north of the railroad tracks, on a lot formerly occupied only by an engine repair shop.

Bihar farmers taking to floriculture

Floriculture

Changeover from traditional crop farming to floriculture by several farmers of Chainpur village in Bihar is taking place, due to drought-like conditions in the region.

An increasing number of farmers in Chainpur village of Masaurhi subdivision near Patna are substituting traditional farming with flower cultivation.

Alstroemeria, Campanula, Gerber Daisy, Crown of Thorns, Carnations

By Nick:I am working on my science project and used the following 5 flowers for an experiment. Can you please tell me if they have any similarities or traits between them so i could include it it in my paper. Thank you for your help.Alstroemeria, Campanula, Gerber Daisy, Crown of Thorns, Carnations

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Nick,

We do not know much about the traits and similarities, but we can say that these flowers Alstroemeria, Campanula, Gerber Daisy, Crown of Thorns, Carnations, can be used as cutflowers in flower bouquets and flower arrangements.

Red giant Protea

By Liz Wagner:I saw this photograph and am stumped as to what it is or where I can get it.

I labeled it a protea but I am 98% sure that it is not. I thought it might be a chrysanthemum or dahlia also.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Liz Wagner,

Yes, it is a Red giant Protea. They are marvolous flowers belonging to Proteaceae family.

You can get them at Rainbow Proteas Exotic Cutflowers with URL,

http://images.google.co.in/imgres?imgurl=http://www.rainbowprotea.com/html/images/flowers/protea/Red-Barron.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.rainbowprotea.com/protea.html&usg=__gBsEsK5KAQM0BY8lukGc_JFUGGc=&h=525&w=700&sz=63&hl=en&start=60&um=1&tbnid=MOMGq27IImZ75M:&tbnh=105&tbnw=140&prev=/images%3Fq%3DRed%2BProtea%26ndsp%3D20%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DN%26start%3D40%26um%3D1

Chelsea flower man comes to Enfield hospice

Chelsea flower show

THE DARLING of the Chelsea flower show is holding a flower arranging demonstration at a community hospice in Enfield.

Hans Haverkamp, who won Best in Show and Gold at Chelsea Flower Show in 2007, has agreed to divulge his methods in a 90 minute demonstration in aid of the Nightingale Community Hospice in Lancaster Road.

Camellias on sale 7,Nov 2009

Camellia Flower Show

The Onslow County Master Gardener Volunteers are hosting the 2nd annual Camellia Flower Show, Seminar and Sale on Nov. 7.

Camellias will be for sale at the Farmer's Market from 8:30 a.m. to 1: 30 p.m. The Camellia show and seminars will take place from noon to 5 p.m. at the Onslow County Multipurpose Complex on U.S. 258.

Turkey's cut flower exports gain pace abroad, slow domestically

Cut flower exports

The southern city of Antalya keeps making its mark on Turkey's exports with its contributions to the cut flower trade.

Officials agree that while the overall export figures have decreased due to the global crisis, the increase in cut flower exports is striking. However, the decrease in domestic market sales has reached 25 percent.

Kenya top flower exporter to the Netherlands, Ethiopia third

Flower Export

A 2008/09 world report released during the Hortifair Holland 2009, on the development of cut the flower sector, indicated that Kenya clinched first position in the imports of cut flowers to the Netherlands with a turnover of ? 252 million euros ($371 million) in 2008 compared to ? 224 million euros ($330 million), which is an increase of 12.7%.

USDA to Conduct Census Of Horticulture

Horticulture

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will soon conduct the 2009 Census of Horticultural Specialties. Taken once every 10 years, this census provides detailed information on horticultural production and sales across the United States.

Kings Langley Flower Festival blossoms

Annual Flower Festival

Explosions of colour filled the All Saints Church in Kings Langley yesterday, as the annual Flower Festival took place.

Church members and a number of local schools arranged a variety of blooms based on the theme of 'All Things Bright and Beautiful', shaping carnations, sunflowers and lilies to represent verses of the popular hymn.

Free exhibition at Kowloon Park to promote home gardening Oct 31&Nov 1, 2009

Maintenance of House Plants

To arouse public interest in horticulture and to enhance awareness of greening, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department will hold a horticulture education exhibition to promote home gardening on (October 31) and on Sunday (November 1) from 10am to 4pm at the Arcade of Kowloon Park.

Desert Art & Craft Show Oct 31&Nov 1, 2009

The Shoshone Flower Building

The Shoshone Flower Building will host the Desert Art & Craft Show from noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 30; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oct. 31 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Nov. 1 in Shoshone.

This is an opportunity to do some unique Christmas shopping and visit the museum.

Implementation of Farm Bill's Horticulture and Organic Ag Provisions Examined

crops, organic agriculture and plant pest and disease management

2008 Farm Bill was the focus of a House Ag Subcommittee hearing Wednesday. The Subcommittee on Horticulture and Organic Agriculture took a look at the implementation of provisions regarding specialty crops, organic agriculture and plant pest and disease management.

The 2008 Farm Bill was the first to contain a separate title for issues related to specialty crops and organic agriculture.

Marigold

By Flora:How to get rid of the smell of marigold in arrangments?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Flora,

It is true that marigold flower fragrance is not so great in an arrangement.

Drying up of the marigold flowers will change the smell of the flowers in the arrangement.

Otherwise if there is any perfume similar to marigold, like an expensive cologne to be used in arrangements..

GERBERA DAISY

By Lori Williams:Does the GERBERA DAISY come back in the spring? What is the care during the winter?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Lori Williams,

Yes, they do come back in spring. The Gerber Daisy is a perennial or annual plant, depending on the species and cultivar.

Winter care for Gerbreras: In winter if you want to keep Gerberas daisy plant indoors over the winter, dig them up well before freezing temperatures arrive and plant them in a free-draining soil mix. Then do not fertilize over the winter, and give water only when the soil is seen quite dry.

You can have a look at this site for further information. http://www.theflowerexpert.com/content/mostpopularflowers/gerberas

Under threat: Scotland's flowers

The Ghost Orchid Declaration

One in four species of wild flower in Scotland is under threat according to the campaign group Plantlife Scotland.

Among those flowers most at risk are the corn marigold, heath cudweed, and the lesser butterfly orchid.

Forget-Me-Not-Flower-Club Launches Floral Gift Program For Caregivers

Floral gift program

In recognition of November's Alzheimer's Awareness Month, the Forget Me Not Flower Club announced the launch of its online floral gift program, celebrating caregivers who love and look after for those currently suffering with Alzheimer's as well as other diseases associated with aging.

Tickets go on sale for charity flower festival event at York's Mansion House

First-ever Flower festival

FIFTY guests have the chance to join the Lord Mayor of York in his historic home for wine, canapés and guitar music to celebrate the launch of the Mansion House's first-ever flower festival.

The race is on to snap up tickets for the festival's preview evening, with all proceeds going to the Lord Mayor's charities York Against Cancer and Brunswick Organic Nursery and Craft Workshop in Bishopthorpe.

Portulaca

By Cindy Henderson:We just purchased a house in Palm Desert. Will portulaca grow well? l as a ground cover with the desert landscape area of our yard? Can I plant in the fall here?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Cindy Henderson,

Yes, Portulaca can be grown in your place as a ground cover. They grow well in desert areas. IT can also be grown in containers.

Seeds are sown only after the last chance of frost has passed.

Calla lily

By Patty:My mom has a huge calla lily plant in a pot in her den. It's beautiful and healthy, but the leaves have water in them each day - and they drip off the ends, as if the plant is weeping. Why does it do this?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Patty,

Its a common course during the photosynthesis of the plant. I do not think there is any problem with the dew drops on your healthy calla lily plant.

Flower arrangement 101 Nov. 5

Greens and Flowers

The Friends of the Elmwood Park Library is sponsoring a free flower arranging demonstration at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5 in the library, 1 Conti Parkway.

Bostwick said the demonstration also will include tips for making arrangements, such as "long and low" for a centerpiece.

Rockwall's Flower-Box holding annual charity sale 4 Nov,2009

Fresh Flowers

he Flower-Box in Rockwall create several dozen fresh flower arrangements every November, contained in often quirky thrift-shop finds, for the special sale on Wednesday.

The Glory of Chrysanthemums at Garden Club Meeting

The chrysanthemum

Board member of the National Chrysanthemum Society Ron Hedin expects to fill as much time as Garden Club members and guests will allow when he addresses the club on Monday, November 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Woman's Club, 901 Haverford.

Michelle Obama's Gardening Gear: Purple Converse, 'Hope' Necklace, Giant Sweet Potatoes

White House Garden

Michelle Obama welcomed students from Bancroft Elementary School and Kimball Elementary School to harvest vegetables in the garden on the South Lawn of the White House on Thursday afternoon, where she revealed how much the White House Garden cost to plant.

Mississippi Gardening Enthusiast Wins National Osmocote Potshots Sweepstakes, Visits The National Garden

The National Garden

Nearly 25,000 avid gardeners entered the Osmocote® plant food brand's sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip to Washington, D.C. Linda Hopper of Ridgeland, Mississippi was the green thumb awarded The National Garden visit.

Nz Gardener Magazine Inspires Growing Urban Interest

Gardener Magazine

Gardening is becoming the hot new leisure activity for young, middle-class city dwellers, who are increasingly turning to NZ Gardener magazine to guide their growing interest.

The latest Nielsen National Readership Survey shows a continuing dream run for the Fairfax magazine, with readership increasing by 22.4%, or 54,000, in the year to September. NZ Gardener is now read by 312,000 New Zealanders aged 10 or older1.

Flower bouquet

By Estefania Fernandez:How do you create a flower bouquet with a mix of flowers native to the U.S. and foreign flowers?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Estefania Fernandez,

You can create a variety of bouquets, with the combination of cacti, Sunflowers, yuccas, mariposa lilies, Tulips, Roses, Hyacinths, orchids, Gerberas, poppies, violets etc, depending upon the sizes and the color combinations favoured by you.

Orange cosmos

By June rickets:We have a orange flower 10 feet tall looks something like a cosmos or daisy flower with leaves that are tripinnate...It came from a packet of seeds of wild flowers?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear June rickets,

Yes, it is Orange cosmos growing upto 4-7 feet.

Parnell turns on rose festival fun 31 Oct, 1 Nov

Festival of Roses is one of more than 60 free events

The Parnell Festival of Roses is on this Saturday and Sunday. Set among the colour and vibrancy of newly bloomed roses at the Parnell Rose Gardens, the free family festival will feature live music, fine food, poetry, craft stalls, an art exhibition and more.

Weekend Garden Events Oct. 30

The White House Garden

The replica of the White House vegetable garden, created by the home gardening company, W. Atlee Burpee & Co., at its Fordhook Farm in Doylestown, PA, will be open to the public for the first time on Friday, Oct. 30, 1 pm-4 pm. Admission is free.

Uganda: Flower Farms Agree to Improve Work Conditions

flower cut industry

Nine companies dealing in the horticulture business have signed recognition agreements with Uganda Horticultural and Allied Workers Union committing themselves to uphold workers rights and enhance their salaries.

Flowers Foods Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2009 Earnings Conference Call Webcast

Flowers Foods

Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO) will review third quarter fiscal 2009 earnings and take questions from analysts during a live webcast on November 11, 2009. Flowers Foods will release third quarter earnings on November 11 prior to the webcast.

Bouquets and Gifts at Chelsea Market

variety of plants and flowers

The Gramercy Park Flower Shop opened a store in Chelsea Market two weeks ago, next to the new Jacques Torres Chocolate stand. It's the company's second Manhattan location, and while it is small ? about 400 square feet ? it packs in a lot of merchandise.

A Rare Flower Blooming in Madison

Wisbech Standard

Something rare is happening in Madison, Wisconsin. The Titan Arum is in bloom. The Titan Arum is better known as the Corpse Flower, one of the smelliest plants on earth.

Over the course of its 40-year life span a typical Corpse Flower will bloom only four or five times.

Gua Kelam To Have World-class Flower Garden

Secret Garden of Perlis

Gua Kelam, a tourist attraction with its 370-metre long limestone cave, is to have a world-class flower garden soon.

Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen said two garden design experts from France and another from England would be brought in to look at the site for the garden at Gua Kelam, which is located in the small town of Kaki Bukit, near here.

Kings Langley flower festival in full bloom this weekend from October 30 to November 1

Fantastic floral arrangements

A number of bright and beautiful buds are to adorn All Saints Church in Kings Langley this weekend as the church celebrates its annual flower festival.

The festival will start on Friday October 30 from 10am to 5pm through to Sunday November 1 from 2pm to 5pm.

Community Garden workshop to be held at Ag Center October 31

Community gardens

A workshop on how to start and maintain community gardens will be the topic on Saturday, October 31 at the Humboldt County Agriculture Center, Eureka (Humboldt Hill exit) from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Erin Derdin-Little will speak to the educational values of community gardens and how to enhance learning, Deborah Giraud will address common pitfalls and some best choices in vegetable gardening, and Stan Schmidt will help us plan quantities to plan and how to propagate.

Elmira Floral to close its doors

Largest local grower

Elmira Floral Products, a 106-year-old wholesale flower grower in Elmira Heights, will close its doors Wednesday, the president of the family-owned company said.

Lowman said the business was being pressured from two directions. It competed with wholesalers that imported flowers instead of growing them in-house. Elmira Floral grew several varieties of flowers in the greenhouses behind its building at 415 E. 14th St. until energy prices grew too costly.

Vandals destroy town centre flower tubs

Clevedon Pride gardening group

VANDALS have destroyed two flower tubs in Clevedon's Queen's Square.

The large containers, recently planted by the community group Clevedon Pride, were overturned onto the pavement late last Friday evening damaging the contents.

Woman jailed in alleged flower-pot attack

Flower pot attack

A Santa Clarita woman accused of hurling a flower pot at a woman's head and kicking out the back window of a sheriff's patrol car while drunk over the weekend was being held in lieu of $30,000 bail Monday, authorities said.

Horticulture Students Rewarded

Garden centres

Success is flowering early for some of NI's top horticulture students.

Two teams of Northern Ireland horticulture students have won prestigious UK Skills Landscape Gardening Competitions.

Held last month in England, both teams, from the Greenmount Campus of the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE), achieved first and second places in this competition in intermediate and advance levels.

Persimmon fruit harvest quite a treat in Himachal

Fruit harvest

Himachal Pradesh is expecting a bumper harvest of the exotic persimmon with the trees literally drooping under the weight of the luscious fruit even though unfavourable weather through the season hit other crops like apple and cherry.

Less chill in the last winter and deficient rain in the monsoon have little impact on the yield of persimmon, whereas the production of apple and other stone fruits has been severely hit in the state

Vendors lament drop in flower sales for All Soul's Day

Wisbech Standard

Fewer people are buying flowers for All Soul's Day, but this did not stop flower vendors from raising prices of their products.

In Manila's Dangwa district, flower vendors complained of low sales, with people choosing to buy candles instead of flowers.

Part of the cell

By Verna Kyles:What part of the cell gives flowers their color?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Verna Kyles,

The Three different pigments chlorophyll, flavonoids, and carotenoids mixed in different proportions, in a plant cell give color to flowers.

Chlorophyll, responsible for green color, is located in small packets called chloroplasts.

The carotenoids that impart yellow through orange colors are found within other small cell packets called chromoplasts.

Flavonoids are placed within the vacuole in the cell, or water-storage area at the center of a plant cell. They make up three-quarters of each flower cell and responsible for red through blue colors.

Flavonoids are divided into two groups called as ?pigmented anthocyanins and colorless co-pigments.

Planter

By Julie Wilson: I have a lower level walkout and on one side there is a 'planter' built into the retaining wall. Overhead is our deck. The area receives no sun and is very damp from the snow/rain coming through the decking. What flower can I plant that will be easy to care for and thrive? I'm in Zone 4, USA

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Julie Wilson,

Since you are in a cold area,

Hostas can be a very good choice for the Northern parts of USA.

Heucheras also do well in my damp shady garden areas.

Tower Hill hosts annual orchid show Oct. 30, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1

Wide variety of plants

Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Dr., Boylston, will host "Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered," the Massachusetts Orchid Society's annual Orchid Show, Oct. 30 from 1-5 p.m. and Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Orchid vendors from across the country will offer a wide variety of plants, supplies and even jewelry for sale.

Fall Festival comes to Tall Oaks on Saturday, Oct 31

Garden Club to meet

Tall Oaks Community Center in Lake Ridge will be a busy place this weekend, as the "Fall Festival" is held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. The event is sponsored by LRPRA, and there will be fun activities for the children, and lots of tables of items from vendors and crafters.

OAP flower thief caught on camera Images show him stealing from plant pots

Images show him stealing from plant pots

ARMED with a trowel and spade, he is not Calderdale's most usual suspect.

But a light-fingered OAP has been filmed stealing flowers from plant plots along a town's landmark bridge.

Ottawa vendors don't want farmers market moved

Lansdowne Park

Farmers and other vendors who sell their wares at the Ottawa Farmers Market say they don't want the busy market to be moved.The Ottawa Farmers Market attracts more than 250,000 visitors a year to Lansdowne Park, and market organizers predict that number will quadruple by 2015.

District II Garden Clubs Meet in Chipley

Garden clubs

Representatives of garden clubs from throughout the FFGC District II were in Chipley Oct. 23rd to review new information from the Florida Federation of Garden Club (FFGC).

The garden clubs continually work to help beautify their communities and involve young people in gardening.

Maintenance of parks to be raised

Big and small parks

The Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) has decided to increase the maintenance allowance of parks given to registered resident welfare associations (RWAs) from the existing Rs 1 per sq metre to Rs 1.30 per sq metre. A notification to this effect will soon be issued.

To ensure better maintenance, GMADA has handed the responsibility of 37 parks to different RWAs, while around six applications are still pending with it.

Daffodils

By Guest:Daffodils Had beautiful blooms,now what to do? I know they bloom yearly. Remove bulbs from ground. Cut tops off.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir,

After The Daffodils bloom, never cut the foliage until it begins to yellow.

Then dig them. Wash the bulbs thoroughly and let them dry completely.

Put them in onion sacks and hang them in the coolest place you can find until ready to plant. Good air circulation will keep the bulbs from storage rot to a minimum.

mother's day corsages

By Candy lapeer:i recently read that when making mother's day corsages, there is a color guidline to follow...red if the recipients mother is alive, white if her mother is deceased and yellow if she has a child that is deceased...when making these corsages, say a red one, is it ok to use other color flowers along with the red, for filler? such as white baby's breath,etc?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear candy lapeer,

You said right

Mother's day corsages have a color guideline, like,

red if the recipients mother is alive,

white if her mother is deceased and

yellow if she has a child that is deceased.

Yes, you can use different colors in a Mothers day corsages, depending on the main flowers used.

You can use white baby's breath, in a corsage.

Chrysanthemum Festival Starts at Longwood Gardens October 19 through November 22

Chrysanthemum Festival

During the Chrysanthemum Festival, October 19 through November 22, more than 20,000 colorful, blooming chrysanthemums flourish in the palatial Conservatory. Longwood's experts have trained these fall favorites into unique forms including towering single-stemmed beauties and thousand-bloomers.

Rose Show and Sale is Saturday, Oct. 31, at Kent House

Rose blooms

The Harvest of Roses Festival Rose Show and Sale is 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31 at Kent Plantation House, 3601 Bayou Rapides Road in Alexandria.

There will be exhibits of rose blooms and designs. There will be vendors of rose bushes, bulbs, perennials, companion plants, books, garden ornaments, pottery and more.

Flower council now certified to conduct farm audits

Kenya Flower Council

The Kenya Flower Council has become the first growers association to be certified to audit flower farms.

Traditionally this has been a preserve of highly skilled personnel contracted by Western-based international inspection firms. This development brightens an industry that has suffered a 30 per cent drop in sales occasioned by drought and the global financial crisis.

Car maker develops its own flower species

Flower species

Toyota has created a new plant species designed to offset the CO2 created by its Prius assembly operations. Two flower species that absorb nitrogen oxides and take heat out of the atmosphere.

The flowers, derivatives of the cherry sage plant and the gardenia, were specially developed for the grounds of Toyota's Prius plant in Toyota City, Japan.

Moth orchids now easy, affordable

Moth orchids

Once an exotic luxury, moth orchids now are a staple at Homes Depot, Costco and supermarkets throughout the country, said Doug Brothers, who manages Rocket Farms, Salinas, Calif., a major orchid grower.

"Orchids are taking the place of cut flowers . The market is enjoying something that lasts," Brothers told

Snively fifth-graders learn botany, horticulture techniques

Gardenia Garden Club

Academics aren't the only things being taught at Snively Elementary School of Choice in Eloise. The opportunity to learn ornamental horticulture, a little botany, the art of nurturing and self-development also are being offered to the fifth-grade students by Snively Elementary.

Snively Elementary was "adopted" more than 10 years ago by the Gardenia Garden Club of Winter Haven. Club members wanted to form a Junior Gardeners Club and give fifth-graders the opportunity to have fun learning the "hands-on" way

J& K to focus on marketing strategy for horticulture produce

fruit 'mandis'

In a strategy to improve its marketing techniques for delivering added benefits to the growers, the Jammu and Kashmir government has designed a comprehensive programme to upgrade all fruit 'mandis' in the state.

Minister of state for horticulture Javid Ahmad Dar said, "Better marketing and other facilities would be provided to the growers within the ambit of fruit mandis." The ministry released Rs 2 crore for the purpose of upgrading the local fruit market.

Hyacinth plant

By Guest:My daughter gave me a hyacinth plant already in bloom in mid March. We live in central Illinois, I would like to know if I can transplant it outside now?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear,

Be a little more patient and dig them as soon as the foliage turns yellow. If you dig them up now, the foliage will wilt and you probably won't get any flowers next year.

Thriving Jasmine plant

By Lily Rahhal:I have had a thriving Jasmine plant for about 5 years now, and it suddenly presented itself with some red berries. What is this, are they seeds?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Lily Rahhal,

Jasmine doesn't usually have berries, it might be honeysuckle plant.

Some varieties of honeysuckle plant get red berries.

Check whether it is a jasmine or honeysuckle plant.

Orchids in bloom on 24 Oct & 25 Oct,2009

Annual Spring Orchid Show

Members of the Ararat Orchid Society will present their annual Spring Orchid Show this weekend.

This show will be the 30th Orchid Show conducted by the club and members are proud of the long history in maintaining quality shows in Ararat for so many years.

There will be an extensive area of good quality orchids for sale

Presbyterian flower show and market on Oct 24,2009

beautiful display of flowers

After all the festivities at the Open Day downtown, come to the Presbyterian Church hall on the corner of Weddin and Middle Streets for a real treat.

View a beautiful display of flowers of all kinds which people entered earlier in the morning for judging.

Planting Flowers Required in SW China

greening work this autumn

Employees of public institutions are now required to plant flowers at their homes, triggering heated debate in Hongya county of southwest China's Sichuan province

A notice issued by the county government said that employees working in local state organs and public institutes were required to plant at least two bougainvilleas, on their balconies or in their courtyards, or they would be reprimanded publicly.

Kenya flower production dips 30% by September

Horticulture is Kenya's third export earner

Kenya's flower production recorded a 30 percent drop in the first nine months of this year because of a severe drought and low demand

This year's overall production is expected to drop by 16 percent compared to 2008, said Jane Ngige, the Kenya Flower Council (KFC) chief.

Evolution experiments with flowers

Petunia Flower formation

Dutch researcher Anneke Rijpkema investigated how petunia flowers are formed and discovered that nature is even more varied than the naked eye can spot. The genes involved in flower formation can function differently in different species.

Rochester Break-In Disguised As Flower Delivery

extremely dangerous

Rochester police were looking for two men Thursday that were described as 'extremely dangerous'.Police said the pair broke into a home and tied-up a woman at gunpoint. It happened in a neighborhood near Rochester Road and Stoney Creek Road.The woman told police that the two men were posing as a flower delivery service, then pushed their way inside, tied her up and left.

Flowery Fire Escapes at the Hayward Uprooted in the Name of Safety

The flowers at the Hayward

Flower boxes on the fire escapes of the Hayward Hotel will be removed today, a seemingly simple bit of neighborhood beautification nixed by the Los Angeles Fire Department.

The department says that the boxes could impede its ladders, and is requiring that they be removed.

Iris

By Wayne:I have a bed of Iris's that have not produced blooms for the last 3 years.does the plant need a more acidic soil or less acidic to produce blooms?I tried the 10-10-10 fertilizer but still, no blooms.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Wayne,

There might have some problems during transplanting. Only 60-75% of Iris bloom the first year after planting. Sometimes they need an extra year to become established.

When you plant your irises, make sure the top surface of the rhizome is level with or just slightly below the soil surface. Do NOT mulch directly over the rhizomes. To improve your chances of bloom, add fertilizer and divide large clumps.

Reasons for non-blooming of Irises:-

Lack of full sun, good drainage, lots of space, and quality soil to bloom consistently.

Unfavorable weather conditions or late spring frosts can also harm bloom.

If you bury the rhizome too deeply, the plant may refuse to flower.

morning gloy

By RiCH HARPER:When is the best time to plant morning gloy, and is it ok to use them as a ground cover as opposed to hanging.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear RiCH HARPER,

Sorry for being late.

They can be planted now.

Morning Glory if planted in March, will bloom in July.

It is excellent as ground cover as well as hangings.

Boo-tanical Bash; bonsai club meeting; and more inbetween Oct 21-Oct 28

Boo-tanical Bash

5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday in the Hershey's Children Garden at Cleveland Botanical Garden, 11030 East Blvd. $10 member child, $13 nonmember child, $7.50 member adult and $10 nonmember adult. For reservations, call 216-721-1600, Ext. 100.

Get Ready for Harlan HarvestFest includes Pumpkin carving Oct. 24

Harlan Flower Shop

Pumpkin carving/painting contest. Individuals, families and organizations can check in their pumpkins for judging at the Harlan Flower Shop and Gifts from 8 a.m.-12:45 p.m., and from 1-2:30 p.m. on the south side of the courthouse square.

Learn how to arrange flowers for the holidays from October 28

Floral design class

Western Nevada College is offering a non-credit floral design class where participants will bring home a weekly arrangement to brighten their home.

Floral Design, CMSV 132C, Call# 35945, will meet on Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. for six weeks beginning October 28, at Doreen's Florist on Taylor Street.

Hospital flower shop closes after 22 years

The Daisy Wheel

THE LEAGUE of Friends charity flower shop at the Alexandra Hospital has now closed after 22 years of selling fresh flowers and plants.

Negotiations with hospital management concerning a new area in which to carry out fund-raising work in the future are currently on-going.

Lebanon florist Royer's expansion continues to bloom

Flower Shop

Lebanon-based Royer's Flowers is growing. Its latest acquisition, Landisville Flower Shop in Lancaster County, is its third this year.

"We're always looking for opportunities (to expand)," Greg Royer, president of Royer's, said Wednesday while working on the transition at Landisville Flower Shop in East Hempfield Township. "We would entertain any opportunities."

Flower shop tickled pink by Coleen's charity gift

Flower power

Workers at Prestbury Flowers rallied round their boss Valerie Bradshaw when she was diagnosed with cancer ? and now they have got the whole village on board with their fundraising mission.

Take a Flower to Childcare Day

one flower at a time

Childcare providers across the state are being honored one flower at a time.

The West Virginia Kids Count Fund is sponsoring a statewide "Take a Flower to Childcare Day" through its Kids First communities campaign.

Floristry School Floral Design Courses
Floral Art School of Australia and International Floral Design School Learn to create beautiful floral designs including corsages, bowl and basket arrangements, posies tributes, bridal bouquets and wedding designs the professional way. Floristry Diploma Courses Classes and Correspondece Home Study Courses www.floral-art-school.com.au

World's First True Blue Rose

Rose fills the air with romance. People love the king of flowers by its fragrance and admire its beauty. There is a good news for Rose lovers. There has been a scientific possibility where a true blue Rose has been developed in Tokyo. They have been displayed as SUNTORY Blue Rose Applause.

Blue roses do not exist in nature, is a fact. Faux blue roses were traditionally created by dyeing white roses, because the Rose flower lacks the gene that produces true blue flowers.

As Blue rose signify fantasy, it would replace the other Rose colors in the very near future.

Don't miss the Halloween theme of the October flower show 8 p.m. Oct. 26

Featuring flowers and branches

King City Horticultural Society presents a bewitching flower show with the theme All Hallow's Eve and meeting for 8 p.m. Oct. 26 in the Nobleton Community Hall that won't bother or bewilder but will definitely beguile.

Riot of white and gold/yellow freesias

By Roberta:Two years ago I had a riot of white and gold/yellow freesias. They filled our yard and house with their fragrant sent.The following year, I had a profuse amount of flowers but they did not smell.Am I doing something wrong or is that a common happening with freesias.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Roberta,

As a general rule the reds, yellows and whites give the strongest scent, the blues and deep pinks less. The yellows, blues and whites have a longer vase-life than the reds and pinks, with some lasting three weeks if they are cut in bud.

Cactus

By Christine:I have this cactus growing in my office.Friend said it looked like part of the Christmas Cactus family.Do you know what it is?? And how should I takecare?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Christine,

Please, send us a clear picture of the plant.

Anyways, the cactus family needs direct sun.

I think since it is in window its growing long with no blooms.

Place it in a direct sun with water less water and observe the difference.

Pussy Willows

By Cheryl:Do I need to root a pussy willow branch before I plant?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Cheryl,

Pussy willows are extremely easy to multiply. They root so easily that stems of almost any size can simply be stuck into moist soil in the spring, and they will take hold within a few weeks.

The cutting must be set the right end up (as it originally grew). Cuttings should be from new growth, at least as thick as a pencil, and a foot or more long for direct sticking. At least one or two buds must be above ground when the cutting is set.

Chrysanthemum

By Mark:where are the best chrysanthemums grown in the world

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Mark,

In my view, chrysanthemums are best grown in Japan. Japanese hold spectacular annual chrysanthemum exhibitions.

Rose fest is Saturday, Oct. 31

At historic site in Rapides Parish

The Harvest of Roses Festival Rose Show and Sale is 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31, at Kent Plantation House, 3601 Bayou Rapides Road, Alexandria.

There will be vendors of rose bushes, bulbs, perennials, companion plants, books, garden ornaments, pottery and more.

New Method To Help Keep Fruit, Vegetables And Flowers Fresh

Flowers fresh

A Georgia State University professor has developed an innovative new way to keep produce and flowers fresh for longer periods of time.

Microbiologist George Pierce's method uses a naturally occurring microorganism -- no larger than the width of a human hair -- to induce enzymes that extend the ripening time of fruits and vegetables, and keeps the blooms of flowers fresh.

2010 Philadelphia International Flower Show tix on sale already

Flowers and plants

Electronic tickets to the 2010 Philadelphia International Flower Show, "Passport to the World," are now available for purchase and download at theflowershow.com. The 2010 Show, billed as an exotic journey to dozens of destinations around the globe

Flowers Galore in Castle Donington

Flowers of all varieties and colours

Georgina Burrell's demonstration at the October meeting of the Castle Donington & District Flower Club was entitled "The Burrell Collection Re-visited". Georgina is from South Yorkshire and had visited the club a few years before.

New markets for horticulture producers

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre

Faster access to new plant varieties and processes will help horticulture producers remain innovative and competitive. The Governments of Canada and Ontario will invest $15.6 million in the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (VRIC) to coordinate and deliver commercialization opportunities to the horticulture sector.

Christmas cactus

By Robert:My Christmas cactus is many years old and has been doing great until just recently. The life just seems to be draining out of it. It has not been repotted in many years, would that help?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Robert

Christmas cactus needs a lot of sunlight.

Christmas cactus is definitely rootbound. You can repot it. It may help the plant.

Hyacinths

By Guest:I bought a couple of hyacinths and they are blooming when done can I plant them in ground or in a pot so they will come back next year and do they only bloom once

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir

You can plant them in the ground, at exactly the same depth as they were in the old garden. Do not cut any leaves off - they'll need that to replenish the bulbs. You can cut off any flower stalks.

Water them well when you replant them but then pretty much ignore them. Again, don't cut those leaves off until they're well and truly yellowed in the new planting area.

They will bloom again.

Daffodils

By Julie Davis:I have always been told that if you cut daffodils for a bouquet, they won't produce as many flowers the next year. Is this correct, or just an old wives' tale?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Julie Davis,

No, The daffodils will return every year along with the rest of your daffodils at the normal blooming time.

You can look at this site for further information.

http://www.bulbandbloom.com/earlicheer.shtml

Usual hanging and med

By Guest:I need to identify each and know the best chance to keep hanging and med till spring. I have a hot water tank room that would be freeze proof -How much water, if any..Do they need a grow light on a timer ...?Which will dormant in a cold dark place...?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir

You need to bring the potted plants indoors in winter.Before the frost arrives, create soil mounds around the base of the plant.You can adjust the candles lights for the plants as light.

Some plants can be protected even by a sheet of plastic.

Festival events bloom 21,Oct 22,Oct 2009

Flower Show&Floral Window Competition

The Spring Flower Show is the next Horticultural Society event to hit rodeo week and garden fanatics should have their exhibits at St Mary's Hall by 10am Wednesday.

beautiful Floral Window Competition where local businesses can get into the Warwick Rodeo spirit and paint the town rodeo, entries close next Thursday at 5pm.

Second annual Swampscott Home & Garden Show is Saturday, Oct. 24

home and garden items, raffles

The Lynn Area Chamber of Commerce will host the second annual Swampscott Home and Garden Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Swampscott High School, 200 Essex St.

Keeping a flower beautiful for years

Indian researchers tell how

Imagine preserving the colour and shape of a flower for nearly 15 years! A team of researchers at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) museology department claims to have developed a technique that can do just that.

Ahead by a rose? Va. florist pulls out front

Leafy garden-style

The hush-hush search for a new White House florist is almost over: The Reliable Source has learned that Laura Dowling, a floral designer from Alexandria, is the front-runner for the prestigious position.

Valcent Products Inc. Food Growing System Honoured by Royal Horticultural Society for the VertiCrop(TM) Hydroponic System

Special award to a revolutionary food growing system

The new generation sustainable hydroponic system - entitled VertiCrop(TM) - is the brain child of a Cornwall-based corporation, Valcent Products (eu) Ltd, (Valcent EU) which developed the system to find new ways of growing plants in a world of rapidly-diminishing resources.

Get ready for annual fall flower show and sale 24,Oct - 25,Oct 2009

Garden items and plants to artwork

The theme of the Nevada Garden Club's annual fall flower show and sale is"An October Odyssey".Nevada Garden Club Center in Lorenzi Park, 3333 W. Washington Ave. It's a free event, so bring the whole family and come on down.

The show will feature floral designs and wonderful fall foliage and blooms that are a feature of Southern Nevada's autumn season.

Learn how to plant a vegetable garden Oct. 21, 2009

Eat Fresh, Grow Locally

The Hamilton-Wenham Garden Club presents "Dig in and Learn: All About Vegetable Gardening" on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m., First Church Wenham, Lower Hall, at Main and Arbor streets, Wenham. The event is free and open to the public.

Organic Garden Grown for Senegalese AIDS Patients

organic vegetables

Senegal's main university hospital has established an organic garden to provide free, healthy meals for AIDS patients.

Social Circle Garden Club celebrates 80th anniversary

The Garden Club

The Social Circle Garden Club celebrated its 80th anniversary on Thursday by throwing a tea party for its members, and members of other local garden clubs.

Organic gardening on the rise

Hunger, the motivation

More than two thousand organic gardens to be found in the slums around Cape Town in South Africa. The owners themselves have healthier food on the table and at the same time profit from the fast growing demands from the city for unsprayed vegetables.

New Growth In Horticulture Training

National Certificate Horticulture

Prisoners working on Corrections Inmate Employment (CIE) Grounds Maintenance teams will be able to study towards a National Certificate Horticulture Levels 1 & 2 from this week.

Corrections Inmate Employment have been working alongside the NewZealand Horticulture Industry Training Organization to develop a programme for offenders which accurately reflects their day to day work.

Maryland Home, Garden and Living Show 15,16,17 th Oct, 2009

home, garden and lifestyle products

The Maryland Home, Garden & Living Show, the region's largest show of its kind, will showcase the newest items and hottest trends in high-quality home, garden and lifestyle products at the Timonium State

Home and garden events in the South Bay and beyond Oct. 17-Oct 21

Gardening,Horticulture,floral events

The 12th annual home-entertaining event to benefit Family Service Agency will feature 25 holiday table settings and floral displays, plus a luncheon, floral auction, holiday boutique and "how-to" presentation by floral designer Natasha Lisitsa. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 19, Menlo Circus Club.

Prince Charles calls for more protection for British wild flowers

wild flowers are threatened with extinction

Plantlife, the conservation charity, said more than 500 rare wild plants are in danger of dying out in Britain including may lily, pasque flower and lady's slipper orchid. Plants like box, snake's head fritillary and corn cockle, that are cultivated in gardens, are now seldom found in the wild.

Global Crisis Hits Uganda Flower Earnings

The flower business in Uganda

THE once-blooming Ugandan fresh flower exports are withering due to crippling transport costs, a lack of new investors and the global economic downturn.

Creating hub for cut flowers moves forward

California Cut Flower Commission

The gears are in motion to create a cooperative transportation system for California's cut flowers, a plan that growers see as a potential savior for competing in the global marketplace.

Varanasi witnesses high demand for flowers on the occasion of Diwali

Flowers are vital part of prayers

Ahead of Diwali, the festival of lights, flowers are in high demand in the holy city Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.

The wholesale flower market of Varanasi is popular in north India. Every year in comparison to other Hindu festivals, sale of flowers is very high particularly during the festival of Diwali and Dhanteras, when people decorate their houses and also buy utensils or jewellery.

Japanese garden Oct. 17 and runs through Sunday, Nov. 15.

Popular fall exhibition-Kiku

The showcase in the Conservatory Courtyards highlights four different styles of traditional Imperial chrysanthemums, including ozukuri, hundreds of blossoms from a single plant; ogiku, single-stem flowers that range up to six-feet in height; kengai, small-flowered chrysanthemums that cascade down waterfall-like frames; and shinotsukuri, blossoms that open wide to accentuate petals with two different colors.

Find great roses for North Texas and tour trial gardens at RoseDango 17 Oct, 18 Oct, 2009

BUYING BUCK ROSES

Saturday's three lectures (8 a.m. to noon) are at the McKinney Performing Arts Theater. Lunch and walking tours (noon to 5 p.m.) are at the Chambersville Heritage Rose Garden, also in Collin County. Container-grown roses, including Buck roses, will be for sale.

Armed Man Robs Flower Shop In Broad Daylight

Warwood's Florist

Police in Ohio County are searching for an armed man who robbed a flower shop in broad daylight Wednesday afternoon.

The robbery happened at Warwood's Florist at Third Street and Warwood Avenue around 2:40 p.m. Police said the man pulled a gun from the pocket of his hooded sweatshirt and demanded money.

River City Flower Market to close

Flower Market

After 40 years in the flower business and 20 years owning her own shop on Red Wing's Main Street, the proprietor of River City Flower Market is stepping aside.

Flower festival helps to heal cracks in Cookham Dean church

Autumn Colours

A COOKHAM DEAN church was ablaze with autumn colours when a flower festival brightened up its pews.

More than £3,000 was raised by St John the Baptist church during the festival two weeks ago.

Diwali dampener - prices soarPulses,

Fruits, Flowers Become Expensive

Initially the drought and flood. And now Diwali. Fruits and vegetables are proving to be out-of-pocket expense for the people. With Diwali knocking on the doors, the soaring prices are troubling many.

Blooming fantastic garden show Oct 16, 2009

THE 2009 Flower and Garden show

THE 2009 Flower and Garden show will kick off this Friday in a bloom of colour. Hosted by the Busselton and Districts Horticultural Society, the show is a great opportunity to view some fine horticultural specimens and floral arrangements and pick up a few tips from local gardening enthusiasts.

Orchid lovers gather in Langley Oct. 17 and 18, 2009

Special orchid event

The Fraser Valley Orchid Society will host the Canadian Orchid Congress (COC) meeting and symposium, in conjunction with their annual orchid show and sale, on Oct. 17 and 18 at the George Preston Recreation Centre.

Karuturi Global Vows to Make Ethiopia World?s Leading Flower Exporter

Flower Farm

Addis Ababa (October 13, 2009) - Sai Ramakrishna Karuturi , Managing Director of Karuturi Global of India vowed to make Ethiopia the leading cut flower exporting country in the world.

Native Flowers Help Birds, Insects, Ecosystem

Bringing Nature Home

Flower fanciers have generally forsaken native plants over the years for the fashionable and the flashy, but the robust perennials are quickly becoming garden chic and the center of an ongoing conservation campaign.

Festival celebrates the chrysanthemum

Festival and the Flower

In Japan -- since its introduction from China in the eighth century -- the chrysanthemum has come to represent longevity, dignity and nobility. Not surprising then that it's become an emblem of the imperial family.

Virginia Harmon, director of grounds maintenance for the garden, answers questions about the festival and the flower it celebrates.

Flowers open at UQ Gatton

Flowers open at UQ Gatton

The University of Queensland's Centre for Native Floriculture (CNF) welcomed approximately 50 people to its Open Day, ?Opportunities with native flora?, at the Gatton Campus last week.

As plants are an integral part of our lives, our researchers have been motivated to develop new cultivars and techniques to manage plants in an environment that has less water.

Narcissus bulbs

By Guest:I would like to know if the Narcissus bulbs are poisonous to dogs. I'm hoping you can give me any information about this flower and what it will do to this dog.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sir

Narcissus bulbs are poisonous to dogs.

Its better to visit a vet.

For more information on plants, visit the American Animal Hospital Association website.This site has useful information.

Pussy Willows

By Sue:Pussy Willows have started to root, but they are also starting to look like the soft part of the willow is now getting a hairy like look. Show I pluck them off ? If not what is it and what happened?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Sue

I think they are the young pussy willows coming like hairy structures, which would grow into.

twigs which would be stout, shiny, reddish-brown; and hairy.

Pussy willows are extremely easy to multiply. They root so easily that stems of almost any size can simply be stuck into moist soil in the spring, and they will take hold within a few weeks.

The cutting must be set the right end up (as it originally grew). Cuttings should be from new growth, at least as thick as a pencil, and a foot or more long for direct sticking. At least one or two buds must be above ground when the cutting is set.

Tortillas up, flowers down during recession

Tortillas have moved into the mainstream

FRESNO, Calif. -- In a recession, it seems, people eat more tortillas and stop buying flowers for their sweethearts.

It's not actually that simple, but tortilla-makers landed on a recently released top-10 list of best-performing privately held companies, and florists landed in the bottom 10.

North Raleigh Florist Joins The Fight Against Hunger

Help fight hunger

Janice Cutler, president and owner of North Raleigh Florist (www.northraleighflorist.com), located at 7457 Six Forks Road, has announced that the store is joining forces with the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina to help fight hunger. A box for food donations will be kept at North Raleigh Florist through Friday, Oct. 30.

Hanson Garden Club to hold plant auction Oct. 14, 2009

Best plants for the auction

The Hanson Garden Club will host a plant auction Wednesday, Oct. 14. Prospective buyers will be able to preview plants starting at 6:30 p.m. and bidding will begin at 7 p.m. The sale will be held in the lower level of the First Congregational Church, 639 High St., Hanson.

Mercer celebrates 35 years of garden greatness Oct. 14, 2009

Mercer Arboretum and Botanic Gardens

Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mercer will celebrate 35 years of connecting people with plants. Activities include tours of the newly renovated shade bog, perennial tiers, fern garden, tea house, and lily pond. Call 281- 893-3726, ext. 24. for reservations.

'Pepeng' causes price hike in flowers too

Increase in the prices of flowers

Not only did typhoon "Pepeng' cause prices of vegetables to sky-rocket in Metro Manila, it also triggered an increase in the prices of flowers coming from northern Philippines.

Radio dzBB?s Roland Bola reported Tuesday that in Manila, the prices of flowers, especially those from the north, spiked to nearly three times their normal prices.

US Farms, Inc. Sponsors San Diego County Plant and Flower Association Annual Meeting

Meet the Buyers

On 12,Oct announced that US Farms will be a sponsor at the upcoming Annual Living Plant Growers Meeting on October 15, 2009 in Vista, Ca.

Rick Hogan, COO for US Farms stated, "We are pleased to be acting sponsor for the upcoming Annual Living Plant Growers Meeting. As an active member of the Nursery community, we are always actively seeking new and better ways to grow and sell our nursery products which will be the theme of the meeting.

Maximilian Sunflower

By Twyla:I planted a maximilian sunflower last year. I left the stalks and seeds on to dry. But now I don't know if I should remove them for this years growth. I wanted to try and save the seeds.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Twyla

You can save sunflower seeds by putting each seed head into a grocery back and tying around the stem.

Make sure to leave some of the flower heads uncovered so that the hungry birds will not be driven to peck through the paper.

When the seed heads have dried, cut them from the stems and store them in a metal container to avoid rodents.

Fall Fun Fest Oct 17 and Oct. 24, 2009

Pumpkin decorating contest

Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 8455 Germantown Road in Olive Branch, is hosting its Fall Fun Fest Oct. 24 starting at 11 a.m. There will be food, a pumpkin decorating contest, hay rides, a haunted house, costume contest, live music and a silent auction.

Mangalore to get beautified with trees

Flower-bearing Trees

The city will have more green cover and Mangalore will look beautiful with varieties of flower-bearing trees if everything goes according to the forest department's plans.

Around 2,000 plants of different flower-bearing trees like cassia, tabulia, vahinia, would be planted. Preference would be given to medium sized tree varieties to suit the city atmosphere.

Artificial flowers catch people?s fancy

Diwali season

This diwali season as natural flowers are short in supply and those available are very expensive, market places are stuffed with artificial plastic and paper flowers from Australia, China, Dubai and Thailand.

Looking into the demand for artificial flower arrangements even those who sold natural flowers only had included these artificial flowers into their stocks.

Sparaxis flowers bright and easy

Sparaxis elegans

The exotic bulb from South Africa, which grows without a lot of fuss, makes a good companion to native plants.

Sparaxis, a group of bulbs -- underground stems called corms, to be precise -- that hails from South Africa. It grows to about a foot high and can be so alluring, it will have you crouching for a closer look.

Tropicalia native: Sea lavender

Bay lavender

Lee County horticulture agent Stephen Brown's new fact sheet on sea lavender - also known as bay lavender, beach heliotrope and sea rosemary - touts this native as one of the finest ornamental plants with resistance to salt spray. It can be utilized as shrubbery, and even will grow (albeit quite slowly) into a small tree.

Bird of Paradise

By Tessy:Could you advise me on how to care for the pruning of a Bird of Paradise. P.S. What's the best fertilizer to use and how often? I've read lots of different reports.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Originally from Argentina it is very drought tolerant and needs full sun and a dry environment. Its exotic blooms attract butterflies. The bloom period is May to September. It can grow up to 8 feet tall. It needs sun and very little water.

Method of Pruning:

Cut the tallest stems adjacent to the smaller ones, thereby keeping it symmetrical. Another technique, is to cut the taller stems right back to ground level and allowing offshoots to become the new main stem.

Jasmine plant

By Judy:can you help me get Jasmine plant bloom again.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Normally, Jasmines are tropical plants. Once the flowers bloom, it is done for the season.

Friendship lily

By Donna:Could you please tell me how to care for a friendship lily.

Answer By The Flower Expert:Peruvian lilies, or alstroemeria, represent friendship and devotion.

White stargazer lilies express sympathy and

Pink stargazer lilies represent wealth and prosperity.

Plant sales on Saturday, garden tours, and a fall festival

Places to go

Just about everything you'd want ? trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses, ground covers, perennials, vines, spring-flowering bulbs, and citrus trees ? will be on sale. The African violet, begonia, iris, day lily, cactus and succulent and native plant societies will be selling plants, too.

Orchid Show leads autumn events at Botanical Society 10 oct, 2009 to 11 oct, 2009

Orchid displays

The Niagara Frontier Orchid Society's annual Orchid Show will highlight hundreds of the colorful flowers through live displays and photography at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, this weekend.

Mild weather cuts into Michigan pumpkin crop

Michigan among top growers

The pumpkins -- if they had a chance to grow -- are smaller in size and yield than last year's crop, growers and agriculture experts say. Heavy rains at some farms trapped the seeds underground or flooded them out before they could germinate.

Flower Fair draws holiday crowds

The 7th National Flower Exposition

The 7th National Flower Exposition concluded in the eastern suburbs of Beijing on Monday. Over the course of ten days, the event attracted over one-and-a-half-million visitors from home and abroad.

SADIF Analytics releases new summary due diligence report for Flowers Foods, Inc.

Flowers Foods, Inc.

SADIF-Investment Analytics has applied its StockMarks? stock-rating system to Flowers Foods, Inc. and produced a report, rating the company's attractiveness to long-term investors.

Ellesmere Flower and Produce Show is a hit

Green and pleasant land

ELLESMERE Flower and Produce Show was an unqualified success, attracting numerous entries and throngs of people.

Entries were of an exceptionally high standard, with an increase in the floral art and the children's section.

Indoor House Plants Cause Health Hazards

Volatile organic compounds

To add a charm to interiors or give a nice touch to the aesthetics, the potted plants have had been a favoured option for many but not anymore, as researchers have found that they may have negative effects on health.

Master Gardeners set sale, program 10 oct, 2009

Horticulture program

The Walker County Master Gardeners' Fall Plant Sale is set for Saturday, but the group will give residents tips on how to care for those plants and trees during a horticulture program at 6:30 p.m. today.

BOP

By Ms. Deon Pantalone:white fungus looking on BOP leaves. Is that a normal thing or not?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Probably the BoP of yours is recieving more amount of water. BOP deos not need much water,, but needs sunny conditions.

You can use a fungicide like copper fungicide to eradicate the fungus on the leaves. And also BOP plants need atleast 5-7 years to get mature to bear flowers.

RHO in a pot

By Gil:I have received a small rho. in a pot. Since i have had it all the buds opened beautifully. I would like to repot it in a bigger pot and keep it inside. What do I have to do?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Usually and Generally when the plants are in full bloom , it cannot stand trasplanted.

"Fabulous Flowers" event to benefit Looper center Oct. 20, 2009

Floral ideas for the home

The event opens with a home marketplace and will be highlighted by a floral design luncheon at 11:45 a.m. with well-known designer Buff Adams of Memphis, who will inspire guests with a range of floral ideas for the home.

Compass points kids to gardening

Opportunity to learn how to garden

The Community Education Summer Compass program partnered with the Master Gardeners, Douglas County Extension and the Alexandria School District 206 Food Service to teach children the art of gardening.

Smelling flowers may make you better

Garden therapy

EVER REALISED why roses make you happy or cactuses make you angry? The colour, the smell and the feel of certain flowers is said to originate positive energy as per one's personality type.

White flower cardamom blooms into a popular variety

A FARMER 'S invention

A FARMER 'S invention is a result of a curious mind, a keen eye for observation and hours of relentless pursuit.

But when such discoveries are ignored by some in the scientific fraternity it causes pain and dejection and a good invention, which could have benefited the society, gets lost.

They're leafy carnivores From 10oct,09 To 11oct, 09

19th annual Fall Plant Festival

The north Tampa resident, who said she became "quickly obsessive" about the plants, also is caring for a donated collection at the University of South Florida's Botanical Gardens.

Addo Rose and Garden Show 09 October 2009 to 11 October 2009

25000 roses

Not only will you be knocked out by the spectacular displays incorporating 25 000 roses but you will enjoy an exciting new program of garden tours, music and fun demonstrations with flowers and food.

Floods hit crucial crops

Total devastation

Crucial paddy, onion, sugarcane, and horticulture crops have been lost in the floods in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, though the quantum of loss is being assessed.

Concern over pest threat in imported flowers

The New Zealand Flower Growers ' Association

The New Zealand Flower Growers ' Association says its fears have mounted since the volume of flower imports started to grow rapidly two years ago, especially roses from India.

Jammu & Kashmir move to promote horticulture

boost to the state 's horticulture sector

A R Rather, finance minister of Jammu & Kashmir, said adequate steps would be taken to give a boost to the state's horticulture sector that had kept the economy going during the tough times of militancy.

St. Lucie horticultural lab closes

The U.S. Horticultural Research Laboratory

The U.S. Horticultural Research Laboratory has been closed since Friday after an employee became ill and remains hospitalized in intensive care, a spokesperson said Tuesday.

Uganda's small scale flower growers get Shs2.5 billion boost

Boost from the Netherlands government

Small flower growers in Uganda have received a Shs2.5 Billion (900,000 Euros) boost from the Netherlands government to build capacities in producing for the export market.

Environmentalists Say Climate Change Hurts Parks

Threatened by climate change

A report called "National Parks in Peril: The Threats of Climate Disruption" say the changes in landscapes and ecosystems are harming plants, trees and wildlife, but also threaten human activity in the parks and manmade structures. The factors include a loss of ice and snow, including melting glaciers; a loss of water, especially in the West; and higher seas and stronger coastal storms, which leads to flooding in coastal areas.

Things not rosy anymore in flower industry

The flower industry

About five years ago, the flower industry seemed the most vibrant and most promising one in Uganda with a projection to increase to 10,000 hectares by 2010. The scenario seems to have changed for the worst as Dorothy Nakaweesi notes the challenges it is currently facing.

Amber gives clues to origin of flowers

Origin of Flowering Plants

Scientists have discovered a piece of fossilized amber that came from a plant living more than 300 million years ago.

'Put Your Garden to Bed '

Perennial Garden

The Somerset County Park Commission Horticulture Department has scheduled a field study, 'Put Your Garden to Bed, ' designed to show gardeners how to prepare the garden for winter

The workshop Scheduled on Saturday, October 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Orchid event ready to blossom

Orchid Sale

More than 300 orchids will be available during the sale with options for beginning and advanced orchid growers.

The event starts from 12oct, 2009 to 14oct, 2009.

Enchanted by spring blooms

Tulip Festival

THREE weeks ago it appeared the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens' annual Tulip Festival might be cancelled.

Motorist crashes into The Flower Bin and drives away

The car struck The Flower Bin

City police on Saturday were searching for a motorist who crashed his car into a northside business, then drove away.

The car struck The Flower Bin, 211 W. McGalliard Road, shortly before 9:45 p.m.

Fair enough as two stalwarts call time

The Flagstaff Union

At the age of 79, and after 23 years organising the Flagstaff Union Parish's fair and flower show, Gaynor Earl and Muriel Braid have pulled the plug.

Remembering Infants Lost

United Health Services

An annual walk supports the families, who have lost a baby.

United Health Services sponsored the event at Otsiningo Park in Binghamton.

Thieves steal pumpkin, then strike again

Kristi's Flowers in Redford

When employees at Kristi's Flowers in Redford put up a sign trying to appeal to thieves who took a large pumpkin earlier in the week, the response was prompt

Salisbury Mansion in bloom

Floral designers

The Blooming Salisburys, a celebration of Salisbury Mansion's 25 years as Worcester's only historic house museum, will feature three flower shows.

The event starts from 8 Oct,2009 to 11 Oct,2009.

Rain or shine, the Coosa Valley Fair will go on

Coosa Valley Fair

The Coosa Valley Fair returns to Rome on Tuesday at the fairgrounds on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard

The event starts from 5,oct09 to 10,oct09.

Flower grounds funded by Temecula Valley Rose Society

Temecula flowers

The two-hour event featured a musical performance and food and beverages served al fresco amid the sea of colorful blooms. It was intended to raise money and public awareness of the garden. Proceeds from the event would be used to continue its promotion, development and maintenance.

Sunflower painting at Zimmerman?s barn

Painted flowers

Sunflowers will soon again bloom at Zimmerman's Kill Creek Farm. But unlike the real sunflowers grown there this summer as a De Soto Rotary Club fundraiser, the next crop will be painted flowers marking the state's sesquicentennial.

Flower exports likely to dip 20%

Indian Flowers

Floriculture exports from India are expected to see a 20 per cent decline this year "as buyers are holding on to their purse strings due to the slowdown," S Jafar Naqvi, president of the Indian Flowers and Ornamental Plants Welfare Association (iFlora), has said.

Philadelphia International Flower Show from February 28 to March 7, 2010

Garden design

The oldest and largest celebration of horticultural excellence will heretofore be known as the Philadelphia International Flower Show. The name change is motivated by the desire to attract the finest examples of plants, garden design, and greening techniques from around the globe to the annual event at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Pee Dee Fall Plant & Flower Show till sunday

Farmers market

The Pee Dee State Farmers Market is hosing its annual fall flower show. You can find beautiful fall colors adorning the market landscape from pumpkins and mums to a variety of fall decorations.

Preventing fire ants from eating flowers

By Andreas: How can I prevent fire ants from eating and getting into the soil? Lately I've been noticing that they are full of fire ants....they ate all her flowers?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Andreas,

Sprinkle some black pepper powder on the plants which may help in controlling the fireants.

Ginger plant

By Louise: The mature leaves on my ginger plant have turned brown around the edges. All new leaf growth looks OK. How can I avoid the leaves turning brown in future?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Louise,

Usually the ginger houseplants when kept inside the house, turn brown edges and eventually fall off. This is because the houseplants kept inside in winters with the heat on.

You can use a humidifier to keep the air in a room, or a section of the house moist.

You can use gravel filled saucers to allow the moisture that evaporates off the gravel to flow up around the leaves.

Trowbridge gardener names new variety of flower

Chrysanthemum

A gardener from Trowbridge who last year dedicated a new variety of flower to his late mother, has now grown another variety in memory of his father. Clive Webb, 66, of Wyke Road, Trowbridge, has called the white single variety of chrysanthemum.

Ornamental flower arrangements are in full bloom

40 million potted flowers

The demand for flowers to dress up the city is said to have kept at least 10,000 Beijing farmers busy, and given a much needed boost to the floral industry. Feng Yanxin, Manager of Beijing Caoqiao Yangzhen Planting Base of Flowers and Trees, knows all too well the perks of getting involved in a major event.

Sunflower with 19 heads bursts into bloom

18 additional flowers

The plants usually produce just one main flower, but temperatures of up to 92F (28C) caused a remarkable flurry of growth. Father-of-five Graham Whitlock, 62, planted the sunflower from seed in his garden late last year.

Rose Show draws big crowd on opening day

America's favorite flower

Hundreds of people attended the first day of the Garden Club of Virginia's 71st annual Rose Show, and club members and the event's organizers hope that many more will visit Thursday.

Fall Plant and Flower Festival from Oct. 2-4

Plant and Flower Festival

The fall fruit and vegetable season has kicked into full gear, and now the Pee Dee State Farmers Market is celebrating local produce at the 2009 Fall Plant and Flower Festival.

Hydrangeas

By Ryan: I was wondering if you planted the same flower (2 different colors), if they would eventually make a third flower of a mix of the colors? Are there any flowers that do this, and if so which ones?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Ryan

I do not think that can happen to plants.

Though Hydrangeas can be well made to change the color by adding some amounts of acids or alkalines.

"Generally to Hydrangeas, maintaining an acidic or low pH will induce 'blueness'; whereas, maintaining a higher or alkaline pH will induce 'pinkness or redness'.

Another way you can change the color of hydrangeas from pink to blue is to add a small amount of aluminum sulfate to the plant. This should be done to mature plants only, with extreme care since the chemical can cause irreparable root damage.

Rose bushes

By Guest: I have 3 rose bushes in huge pots down stairs to store for winter. They are still growing but they are a really light shade or yellow. They are in a cool dry, dark place and I mist the soil with fresh water. I'm concerned about their yellowish color. Is there something I need to do or not do till it warms up and I can get them back outside?

Please help! They was given to me by my fiancee' since I said I would rather have a rose bush for Valentine's Day that I can watch re-bloom then a fresh cut ones that would die in a few weeks. They are Very sentimental to me. Any info would be Greatly appreciated. Thank you so much, have a great day.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sir/Madam,

Since the rose bush is not recieving sufficient light, in my view, it is becoming yellow.

Rose bushes need atleast 6 hours of sunlight for it to thrive.

Winter care of Roses:-

Many roses, including most Shrub roses and Old Garden roses, require little or no winter protection, except in very cold winter regions.

However, tender roses, such as Hybrid Tea roses and Grandiflora roses, should have winter protection. In Zones 5-8, tender roses need to have the graft union and roots protected from changing winter temperatures. When soil keeps freezing and thawing, it can twist the graft union and break feeder roots.

Winter protection also helps keep soil evenly cool in the late winter or early spring.

The best way to winterizing roses and provide basic winter protection for tender roses is by mounding soil over the crown and lower stems to a depth of 8-12 inches.

The sloping mound of soil will also protect the surrounding root system.

Protect roses with soil mounds from mid to late fall after one or more freezes. Bring the soil in from another part of the yard, or purchase it. Don't scrape up soil from around the rose plant since this will damage the roots and expose them to the cold.

For additional protection in zones 5-6, pile straw or dry leaves around the roses. To keep mulch in place, when winterizing roses, form a corral around the rose plant using chicken wire or other mesh fencing secured by stakes. Then fill in the corral with loose mulch. In spring remove the mulch and soil gradually as the weather warms up.

China holds Flower Expo in Beijing

Chrysanthemum and Roses

China is holding its seventh Flower Expo in the Shunyi district of Beijing. 1300 exhibitors from China and around the world have brought their local plants, seeds and latest gardening techniques to the show. The first three days have seen 270-thousand visitors.

Health stems from the orchid

Golden grass

RARE wild orchids growing on mountain cliffs are prized in traditional medicine, but not for their flowers, for their stems. Zhang Qian explores. An inconspicuous herbal tonic in many Chinese pharmacies is a small ball of what looks like twisted and wrapped straw, but it's one of the nine top "fairy herbs" of Taoism.

Taiwan Orchid Plantation poised to become tourist mecca

World for Orchid Exploration

The Taiwan Orchid Plantation, located in Tainan County in the south of the country, is poised to become a mecca for tourists after being transformed into a leisure and tourism park.

Chicago Flower & Garden Show to Navy Pier on March 6-14

25-plus gardens

The Chicago Flower & Garden Show - which in 2010 is celebrating its 16th year as the iconic Midwest horticulture and landscape showcase - will again cultivate excitement and enthrall crowds when it returns to Navy Pier on Chicago's lakefront from Saturday, March 6, through Sunday, March 14.

chrysanthemums show from Oct. 17 through Nov. 15

National flower

There are 13 classes of chrysanthemums whose petal shapes, flower size and shape, and colors vary. The Japanese revere chrysanthemums -- their national flower -- and celebrate them and the autumn season with elaborate Kiku exhibits featuring painstakingly grown displays of the flowers.

Poppies

By Jacqeline (Jackie) McDaniel: I ordered poppies last October and I need to know when to plan the bulbs?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Jacqeline (Jackie) McDaniel

Poppies plants should be planted in the fall or even in the winter if the winters in your particular region are fairly mild.

Poppies like lots of sun, but also don't mind occasional shade.

Poppies are easily maintained plants.

The best time to plant bulbs is between September and December.

It is best to plant your bulbs in an area of your yard that receives full or part sun.

Blooming Tulip plants

By Robert Johnson: Tulip plants from Wal-mart. I need to know how to keep them In bloom until sping when I will plant them outside?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Robert Johnson,

Keep your blooming Tulip plants with foliage, to die down naturally.

Don't remove the foliage while it is still green.

When it completely yellows, you can tug the leaves off the bulbs and throw them away.

Allow the pot to dry down.

Keep the bulbs in the soil and store the bulbs in a cool location in your house until you can plant them outdoors this spring.

They will do best in a full-sun location and planted about 6 inches deep.

Give the bulbs a good watering and leave them alone.

If they are hardy bulbs for your geographic location, they will come up next spring and have beautiful flowers.

Fully grown Baby's breath

By Ralene: I have a couple of very full bushes of babies breath in the garden of the house the I just purchased and I would like to move them to a better location. Would it hurt them to move them? If not, is there a better time of the year to do so? I'm not sure if it makes any difference, but I live in Blanding, UT which I believe is in zone 6 of the USDA zone map. Also, I have a ton of plants that I have no idea what they are, if I were to sent you pictures would someone be able to tell me what they are? Thank you for your help?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Ralene,

I think its not wise to transplants those beautiful fully grown Baby's breath. You can transplant them after the last frost date.

Edible Garden Show 2010 at Stoneleigh

Traditional flowers

The Edible Garden Show 2010 (19-21 March, Stoneleigh Park) is backed by the 103-member National Society of Allotment and Leisure Gardeners (NSALG) and the Royal Agricultural Society of England.

Church celebrates with flowers

Floral display

A flower festival has been held at a Dunstable church as part of its centenary celebrations. Celebrations were the theme at the event, at the Methodist Church, on The Square.

1-800-Flowers.com App Comes to Android

Order flowers

Fellas, if you're in the doghouse, you can now order flowers via your Android phone. Handy. 1-800-flowers.com have announced a downloadable storefront app for Android.

Flowers to bloom two months early, according to new climate model

Flowers blooming

Each 1°C increase in temperature brings forward flowering by 11 days according to scientists who created a model using climate data. Temperatures are expected to rise by 5°C by 2080 which could lead to flowers blooming as much as two months early.

7th China Flower Expo blooms in Beijing

China Flower Association

The 7th China Flower exhibition kicked off Saturday in Shunyi, Beijing, marking the beginning of the ten-day-event. Chinese Vice Premier Hui Liangyu, and Liu Qi, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, attended the opening ceremony.

Bulbs of snow glories

By Brian: From what you say the bulbs are a better way to go and I agree with you, its just the labor and the money I was thinking about if I wanted to do a mass planting type of installation If the plant re-seeds by itself ,,, and you wanted to do a mass planting,,, why not just use the seeds ,,, would that save on the labor? if I wanted to do a half an acre with the bulbs, I wouldn't be able to use as many of them ,,,, then I would have to wait many years for them to multiply and cover the area with the seed, will it cover the area any faster to give it the same effect, and how much labor can the seeds take do the seeds need to be planted, sprinkled on top of the soil/grass ,,, raked in what would you recommend ? less bulbs and wait for the area to fill in ,, or do the seeds and wait for them to mature am I thinking to much about this,, does it even matter which way if you had a half acre to do ,,, which way is the fastest, cheapest and easiest way to get this accomplished?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Brian,

I think it is best to plant the bulbs of snow glories.

Growing from seeds a bit slower and spreads in the garden slowly.

Flower festivals are blooming marvelloous

Local flowers

FROM dinner-plate sized dahlias to giant marrows, local gardeners gave their all at two local flower and produce shows. Both Colney Heath Autumn Show and St Stephens Gardening Club annual show were held on the same weekend and attracted hundreds of visitors and exhibitors.

Sunflower harvest underway, price outlook mixed

Varieties of sunflowers

The sunflower harvest in Western Canada has begun and while prices for the oil varieties of sunflowers may be easing, values for confectionery are expected to climb.

Christchurch Ellerslie Flower Show income beats Auckland by $3m

Garden city

The Christchurch economy was boosted by $19.7 million directly from hosting the Ellerslie Flower Show this year, an independent study has revealed. That is more than $3 million higher than the amount generated when the event was held in Auckland.

Costly flowers send puja budgets awry

Flower crop

In a year when every item that goes into Durga Puja has become extremely expensive, the burden of the flowers may be the last straw for many puja committees. Puja budgets have gone awry, thanks to the sharp rise in vegetable and bamboo prices. Now, flowers are also pricier and in short supply.

Rockaway Valey Garden Club to host flower show on Oct. 13.

Floral arrangements

Tips for making attractive fall floral arrangements will be the center piece of "Fall Fantasy," at the Rockaway Valley Garden Club (RVGC) meeting at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 13, at the Boonton Township municipal building on Powerville Road in Boonton Township.

September flower show on Sept. 28 in Nobleton Community Hall

Horticulture show

The Community Youth Group is for anyone in Grades 7 to 12. We will meet this Friday (Sept. 25) at the church at 5:45 p.m. to travel to a special Youth Event at Crieff Hills (south of Guelph). A parental permission form is required for this event so contact the church office to get a form on-line.

Lilies for occassions

By Arzu Tekinbas: I am a Dutch student of the University of applied sciences in The Netherlands. I am studying International Marketing Management. For a project called 'Project International Orientation', we have to research the flower giving/ buying in Ireland. I was wondering which special events/occasions are high-demand for giving flowers. Is it true that red or white flowers symbolize death? and that you cannot give lilies as a gift unless it is a religious occasion.?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Arzu Tekinbas,

Undoubtedly, Mother's day, Valentines, and Christmas are the events/occasions which have high-demand for giving flowers.

Although there is a difference in the meaning of color in different parts of the world, Universally, black is considered symboliing death.

Red symbolizes: action, confidence, courage, vitality

White symbolizes: Purity, Cleanliness

Black symbolizes: Death, earth, stability.

It is false about lilies givien only for occassions. Lilies can be given at any time of the year.

September flowers

By Julia: I am getting married on Sept 5. I would like to know what flowers are in bloom at that time. And also what would go good with my wedding colors of chocolate brown and army green?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Julia,

Spring Time, the time of growth and renewal of new plant and animal life. Spring comes at different times in the North and South Hemispheres.

Spring time in the Northern hemisphere is between March - May, and between September - November in the Southern hemisphere. Most flowering plants bloom during spring time. Therefore, flowers that bloom only during spring, Spring Flowers, bloom at different times in the two hemispheres.

Flowers Blooming Spring are:

Agapanthus, Amaryllis, Anemone, Apple blossom, Bird of Paradise, Brodea, Calla lily, Cherry Blossom, Corn flower, Cosmose, Dahlia, Delphinium, Delwood, Forsythia, Freesia, Gardenia, Heather, Helleborus, Hollyhock, Hyacinth, Larkspur, Casa Blanca Lily, Gloriosa Lily, Stargazer, Liatrus, Lilac, Lisianthus, Narcissus, Orchid, Peach blossom, Peony, Phlox, Poppy, Protea, Pussy willow, Ranunculus, Rose, Seeded Eucalyptus, Solidago, Statice, Stephanotis, Stock, Sweet Pea, Tulip, Viburnum, Wax flower, Zinnia.

Mostly in september flowers in bloom are :

Gladiolus, Dahlias, Maroon zinnias, white marigolds, cannas, maroon and white mums, spider lilies, belladonna lilies, oxblood lilies, hibiscus, crape myrtles, hostas, nierembergia, ivy are some of the flowers blooming in september.

White Roses, Ivory color, pink colored flowers may go good for your chocolate brown and army green.

Lillies

By Joel Osborne: If there are any flowers, preferrably lillies, that are indigenous to both Canada and Mexico?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Joel Osborne,

Canada lily (Lilium canadense),

Wood lily (Lilium philadelphicum),

Michigan lily (Lilium michiganense,

Turk?s-cap lily (Lilium superbum) are the lilies indegenous to Canada

Rain lilies - Zephyranthes grandiflora

Queen?s rain lily - Zephyranthes reginae - are the lilies indegenous to Mexico

Bulbs

By Steve Stover: How can the bulbs be saved for planting outdoors after paper whites bloom inside in February in Nebraska?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Steve Stover,

After Paperwhites finish blooming, people discard the bulbs. They won't bloom again indoors.

Usually it may take several years before the bulbs build up enough reserves to bloom again. Paperwhites and other tropical narcissus will not rebloom.

Just keep trying. Keep watering the pots and start adding some fertilizer. When the foliage yellows (usually after a month or two), you can remove the bulbs and plant them outdoors.

September flower show for horticultural society will be this Monday

kingsentinel

The Community Youth Group is for anyone in Grades 7 to 12. We will meet this Friday (Sept. 25) at the church at 5:45 p.m. to travel to a special Youth Event at Crieff Hills (south of Guelph). A parental permission form is required for this event so contact the church office to get a form on-line.

Secret Garden Exhibit On View At ETexas Fair

TylerPaper

The Smith County Master Gardeners, a volunteer organization supporting Texas AgriLife Extension Service, and The Texas Nursery and Landscape Association, have teamed up again to create a terrific exhibit titled "Our Secret Garden," at the East Texas State Fair.

Tulip Sunday at the Botanic Garden

wellington

Celebrate the arrival of spring by turning the clocks forward this Sunday (27 September) and making your way to the ever-popular Tulip Sunday at the Botanic Garden.

Economy wilting flower business

APP

Sometimes thought to be recession-proof, flower shops are starting to feel the pinch.

For spring blooms, shop now for bulbs

dallasnews

It seems way too early to be thinking about spring, but it's the best time to decide which bulbs you'd like to see blooming in your garden next March. Although we're just two days into autumn, you can already find tulip and daffodil bulbs at some local garden retailers.

Petals: New Flower Shop Blooms at Los Angeles International Airport

marketwire

Travel retailer Hudson Group opens Petals -- a new flower shop -- at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in the passenger meet and greet area of Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) featuring flowers grown in Southern California.

Sunflower contest reaches great height!

9ft sunflowers

TWO Scarborough youngsters are walking tall after growing giant sunflowers. Olivia Walker and Tyla-Jo Storey, both aged five, have each grown 9ft sunflowers and are proud of their efforts.

Rose Society seeks trial ground

Cultivation of roses

An office of its own, as well as a trial ground to encourage rose breeders are amongst the foremost challenges before the Rose Society of Pune, president Sharad Gatne told TOI on Tuesday.

Horticulture body survives financial crisis

$100,000 to stay in business

Australia's main horticulture lobby group says it's avoided going broke. Earlier this month, the Horticulture Australia Council revealed it urgently needed more than $100,000 to stay in business.

Balbriggan horticultural show in full bloom

Flower arranging presentation

THE annual Balbriggan Horticutural Show was a great success with exhibitiors coming from far and wide to show their efforts. Held in the community college, the Cronin Trophy for best exhibit in the show was run by Oliver Clarke from Rush. Runner-up was Alec Brannigan from Summerhill, Co Meath.

Annual Spring Flower and Garden Show on October 10

Flowers and Vegetables

THE Mandurah Garden Club is hearing up for the annual Spring Flower and Garden Show which will be held at Ac-cent on October 10 from 10am to 4pm.

Orchids in bloom for Spring Show, 25-27 September.

Floral art competition

Stawell Orchid Society will conduct their annual spring show at the Stawell Entertainment Centre next weekend. The Spring Show will be conducted over three big days, from Friday, September 25 to Sunday, September 27.

Orchid species rebirth at Wildflower Show

Wild Flowers

Orchid lovers will be in for a treat at this year's annual Grampians Wildflower Show. The 72nd Grampians Wildflower Show will run from October 1 until October 4, where a colourful array of delicate orchid species endemic to the Grampians will be showcased alongside other native wildflowers unique to the region.

14th SAOC National Orchid Show & Conference

Orchids display

The South African Orchid Council is hosting its 14th National Orchid Show and Conference in Durban. This year promises to be spectacular again as orchid growers and enthusiasts from across the country show off their award winning orchids. Some of the most exquisite varieties will be on display and for anyone who is an orchid lover, this is definitely the place to be.

Kenya's flower sector shrinks 33pc after 20-year bloom

Kenya Flower Council

The bloom is off the rose with a vengeance - Kenya's once thriving flower industry shrank this year by 33 per cent. This was after experiencing luxuriant growth for over two decades.

Clarksville florist faces heavy floods, financial burden

Flower display

When the heavy rains come, the Clarksville Town Council meetings flood with concerned residents. Angela Smith and her mother, Becky Wadsworth, were on hand Monday night to share the dire situation facing their longtime floral business, Cannon's Florist.

1-800-Flowers.com 'saves money with VoIP'

Valentine's Day Flowers

The world's largest florist and gift shop 1-800-Flowers.com is enjoying benefits including cost savings, thanks to its deployment of VoIP communications services.

Autumn show raises £4,000 for church

1,000 people attended

MORE than £4,000 was raised by generous villagers and visitors to Peopleton Autumn Show. Over 1,000 people attended the event - the first of its kind the in village for 20 years - which was in aid of St Nicholas Church.

Orchid Society 47th annual show on Saturday & Sunday

Beautiful Orchids

The Ridge Orchid Society will present its 47th annual show, Orchid Fantasy, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Lake Mirror Center, 121 S. Lake Ave.

More than NT$1 million up for grabs in orchid design competition

Flowers and Floral materials

An orchid design competition to be held Oct. 3 at an orchid biotech park in Tainan County, southern Taiwan will offer a first prize of NT$1 million, the organizers said Wednesday. The competition will be part of a series of activities to mark the transformation of the Taiwan Orchid Plantation into a leisure and tourism park.

Knaresborough Flower Club: flowers and the 'art' of flower arranging.

Beautiful Garden

WE ARE a thriving club, dedicated to the appreciation of flowers and the 'art' of flower arranging. We are constantly seeking to develop Knaresborough Flower Club and are delighted to attract new members to join us at our packed and varied programme.

'Flower' carpet in Tel Aviv

Daliah and Begonia flowers

The city of Tel Aviv continued its year-long centennial celebration on Wednesday (September 16), with the installation of a sweeping carpet of flowers in the city's Rabin Square, received as a gift from the city of Brussels. The half-million flowers used to compose the colourful carpet arrived from Belgium on Wednesday morning, after being held-up in the airport overnight due to aircraft problems and bureaucracy.

Harrogate Autumn Flower Show

Chrysanthemums

A STUNNING array of colours from some eye-catching displays will greet visitors to the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show over the next three days. Whether it is gladioli, chrysanthemums, bonsai or vegetables of every shape and size, there is something for any gardening enthusiast at the Great Yorkshire Showground.

Floriculture Research & Development centre

Flowers to European countries

The Indian Society of Floriculture Professionals (ISFP) here has decided to set up a research centre for commercial floriculture to enhance research and development activities in the sector.

Flower farmers scale down production amid water scarcity

Peak flower season

Kenya's biggest flower producers have scaled down production due to water scarcity. A water rationing mode currently effected in Naivasha, the bedrock for flower farming, is likely to deny the country the revenue from improved sales ahead of the onset of the peak flower season later this month.

Experts stress on greenhouse flower cultivation

Flowers and Vegetables

With the country witnessing rise in temperature due to global warming, greenhouse cultivation is the only way out to save flowers and vegetables, according to experts. The experts apprehended that global warming may impact flower cultivation and consequently affect the floriculture industry in the country.

UP to provide sops to revive Noida flower mandi

Existing flowers

The Uttar Pradesh government has decided to provide sops to revive the Noida flower mandi and create a level playing field to ward off competition from the existing flower mandis in the national capital. The sops include exemption from mandi fee for one year and transportation subsidy for bringing flowers to mandi for auction and bulk sale.

Carnival of Flowers festival begins

Ergon Energy Flower

ALL the fun of the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers starts today with the Ergon Energy Flower, Food and Wine Festival kicking off in Queens Park from 10am. During the day there are plenty of things happening with award-winning floral displays, interactive horticultural workshops, delicious dining and plenty of activities for the kids.

Pomonal Native Flower Show

Drought hardy plants

The Pomonal Native Flower Show is set to once again be in full bloom for spring, celebrating its twenty-seventh consecutive year. The Native Flower Show is being held on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4 at the Pomonal Hall. One of the first and still one of the best, the theme for this year's show is 'Drought hardy plants' from all states of Australia.

Green hydrangeas

By Chris: My daughter is having a wedding cake and would like to incorporate some of the flowers she is having in her wedding on her cake as well. Can you tell me if green hydrangeas; alstro, caspia and small daisies would be ok to have on her cake. The flowers are for decoration only and will not be eaten?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Chris,

Daisy - The flowers have a mildly bitter taste and are most commonly used for their looks than their flavor. The petals are used as a garnish and in salads.

Alstromeria - never keep in eating material

Hydrangeas - never keep in eating material

Its better you decide on something more important, than face difficult consequences.

http://www.marketfresh.com.au/flowers/2_flowers_guide/Edible_flowers.asp

This site gives you an idea to arrive at.

In my view, do not spoil the mood at that festive mood by keeping flowers which are not edible.

Twiggy branches

By Collins: why has my bleeding heart died way down. Does it need fertilized or more water? I cut it back and it just started to die down Did I do something wrong?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Collins,

If its bending more, then plan for the support of the stems to be a decorative element. A bush of twiggy branches stuck into the pot, or a small wire obelisk will be a support for aging stems.

Bleeding heart

By Collins: Why has my bleeding heart died way down. Does it need fertilized or more water? I cut it back and it just started to die down Did I do something wrong?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Collins,

Bleeding Heart Vine is a tropical plant and does need protection from freezing. If grown outdoors, move inside when temperatures fall below 45ºF.

When temperatures are cool enough (even indoors), the plant will shed its leaves.

Probably your plant is also undergoing the same thng.

New leaves will resprout from the roots or what looks like dead wood in spring.

If it goes dormant in the winter, withhold water until the new growth starts (water just enough to keep the soil from drying out and do not fertilize).

Paper Whites

By Guest: What do you do with them after they bloom and start bending? Can you keep them and replant for next year or put them outside?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sir,

The bulb stores all the food it needs for next year's bloom.

Adding a little fertilizer will help the bulb to absorb energy for next year's bloom.

Grown outdoors, they will bloom every year.

Paper Whites and Amaryllis can both be easily forced into bloom without any cold treatment, but unlike amaryllis, paper whites cannot be saved to bloom again.

New Paperwhite plants are propagated by separating bulbs.

After the plant has died back, dig up the bulbs. Separate new bulbs from the mother bulb, and replant.

Autumn flower show

Autumn flower show

The Droitwich Spa and District Horticultural Society will hold its autumn flower show this weekend. The event on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20 will take place at David's Nurseries, Ash Lane, Martin Hussingtree.

Chipperfield flower show

Chipperfield flower show

The hunt is on for the longest runner bean and mis-shapen vegetable at this year's Chipperfield flower show. The autumn show, in the village hall, will be on Saturday, September 19.

Kenyan Flower Output May Fall 20% This Year

Fresh-cut flowers

Flower production in Kenya may fall about 20 percent this year as the global economic crisis causes a slump in export demand.

Flower gangmasters lose licences

Pick flowers

Three gangmasters who used Polish and Lithuanian workers to pick flowers in Cornwall have had their licences revoked after an investigation.

Kenyan flower sector to blossom

Kenya Flower Council

Flower production in the country is expected to increase threefold once the industry is included under the proposed Special Economic Zones.

Wi-Fi flowers sprouting across U.S.

Colorful flowers

A pair of Los Angeles artists have teamed up with Toyota on an unusually functional art project: a set of large, colorful flowers.

Cutting stems

By Nancy: It's always OK to cut back stems that have finished flowering at the tip and aren't producing any new buds there?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Nancy,

Jasmine is a tropical plant.

Yes, we can prune Jasmine plants.

Prune the plants leaving 45cm from the ground level and defoliate the plants completely. This will induce flowering profusely.

Usually Jasmine plants can be pruned in the late winter months, that is begining of the summer months, so that they can be pushed for flowering.

The thing to remember is pruning will delay flowering on the cut stem, since it will have to produce new stems with flower buds at the tips, it will usually put out two or more new growths when clipped back.

Bird of paradise

By Roy: I have a 15 ft or more bird of paradise, I could not cover it due to it size.Some of the leaves turned brown and were burnt.What should I do for this plant?

Answer By The Flower Expert:Dear Roy,

During the winter months, plants should be watered only when the soil is fairly dry. The Birds of Paradise plant should receive adequate moisture during the establishment period (i.e., the first six months). Dry or soggy conditions will cause leaves to yellow and eventually die.

Remove the burnt leaves and trim the plant.

You can Cut back to once a month in fall and winter.

Method of Pruning:

Cut the tallest stems adjacent to the smaller ones, thereby keeping it symmetrical. Another technique, is to cut the taller stems right back to ground level and allowing offshoots to become the new main stem.

The plant will grow back.

Mass. Horticultural Society joins 2010 Boston Flower Show

Horticultural Society

The Massachusetts Horticultural Society wants everyone to know it is alive and well.The Wellesley-based organization, which was in such dire financial straits last year that it canceled its annual New England Spring Flower Show.

Garden club selects winners in its 2009 Flower Show

Olathe Garden and Civic Club

The results are in and the Olathe Garden and Civic Club has honored the winners of its 2009 Flower Show.

Restaurant draws customers with flowers

Flowers and decorations

For more than a decade Downers Delight has pleased palates with its food, but for the past few years the owners have brought a different delight to customers.

Floriculture R&D centre on cards

Floriculture Professionals

The Indian Society of Floriculture Professionals (ISFP) here has decided to set up a research centre for commercial floriculture to enhance research and development activities in the sector.

Flowers decorate streets of Beijing

Potted flowers

About 40 million potted flowers are decorating the streets of Beijing beginning today.

Centre releases Rs 80.56 cr for horticulture development in NE

Development of Horticulture

The Centre has released Rs 80.56 crore for the development of horticulture in all northeastern states, Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The Centre has earmarked Rs 349 crore for the 2009-10 fiscal, of which Rs 280 crore is for northeastern states and Rs 69 crore will be disbursed to the three Himalayan states for overall development of horticulture in the region.

Taipei International Gardening and Horticulture Expo official drives preparations

Beautiful flowers

Chief Executive Officer of the 2010 Taipei International Gardening and Horticulture Exposition (or Flora Expo), said he hopes to create a beautiful and colorful new horizon for the Taipei event.

Greenery Florist of Abingdon Announces Its Newly Redesigned Web Site

Fresh flowers

Greenery Florists, a flower shop in Abingdon, MD, is pleased to introduce its newly redesigned Web site. The new online flower ordering Web site features beautiful, full-color photographs of a wide range of fresh flowers and floral arrangements. Visitors can browse the site and search for flowers by occasion, color and price.

Malaysia To Take Part In China's Annual Flower & Plant Expo

Parks and Gardens as tourism products

Malaysia will take part in China's annual flower and plant trade exposition in Xuchang next year to promote the country's parks and gardens as a tourism product, Tourism Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ng Yen Yen said.

Boston Flower & Garden Show at the Seaport World Trade Center in Boston from March 24-28

Spring Flower Show

The Massachusetts Horticultural Society wants everyone to know it is alive and well. The Wellesley-based organization, which was in such dire financial straits last year that it canceled its annual New England Spring Flower Show, announced this week it would participate in the 2010 Boston Flower & Garden Show organized by the Paragon Group of Needham.

Just discovered little floralights, made my arragement look awesome!
I just got some floral accent lights at www.floralights.com and they made my flowers look great! Sounds quirky I know, but you should check it out.

Diseworth Open Flower Show - 12 Sept

Diseworth Flower Show

The event will take place in the Village Hall on Hall Gate in Diseworth with the gates opening at 2.00 pm.

Chippewa Garden Club hosts biannual Standard Flower Show in Brecksville

Chippewa Garden Club

The Chippewa Garden Club, celebrating its 60th anniversary, will take that theme for its biannual Standard Flower Show.From 1-5 p.m. Sept. 12 and noon to 3 p.m. Sept. 13 the club will host "Thanks for the memories: A 60-year stroll through past CGC flower shows" at the Brecksville Community Center, 1 Community Drive, Brecksville.

Raleigh Florist Receives Standing Ovation at the MetroBravo Awards 2009

Raleigh Florist

The English Garden Florist is pleased to announce that they have received the 2009 Standing Ovation Award in the category of Home Life - Florist by Metro Magazine.

Fernandez Flower Shop In Yonkers Introduces New Website Design

Fernandez Flower Shop

ernandez Flower Shop, a Local florist in Yonkers is pleased to announce its newly redesigned Web site.

Flower power propels florist

Floral creations

While customers and co-workers hail Dean Shover's floral creations as one-of-a-kind, versatile designs, he doesn't make too much of a big deal out of it.

Rare wild flower discovered near luxury Gloucestershire development

A Rare Wild Flower

The rare flower, with its spear shaped leaves and small pinkish flowers, was discovered outside one of the homes, near Fairford.

Orchid show at Domes on September 19 & 20

Variety of orchids

The Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory is proud to host Southeastern Wisconsin's largest Orchid Show, Fall in Love with Orchids 2009, on the weekend of September 19th & 20th from 9am to 4pm.

Rose Society looks to ways for developing hardy plants

Variety of roses

The Rose Society of Pune plans to set up an experimental station dedicated to researching how hardy, indigenous varieties of roses that consume less water, may be developed. Addressing a news conference on Saturday, Sharad Gatne, president of the Rose Society of Pune, said that while the organisation has worked towards the promotion and popularisation of the rose family for over 48 years now, it was in keeping with the need of the hour to address the issue of water shortage.

A Fresh Approach for Floriculture

Menagesha Flowers

New technology for Ethiopian horticulture producers and exporters was introduced during the workshop at the Hilton Hotel on Thursday, September 3 by Australian company, Peakfresh Pty Ltd.

Arlene's Flowers in Richland to hand out free roses to customers on Sept. 9

Free roses to customers

Arlene's Flowers and Gifts in Richland is handing out free roses to customers Sept. 9 to help bring a little cheer. Customers can get a dozen roses, and are expected to keep one and pass on the rest to neighbors and friends to brighten their day.

25th Annual Garden Show on Sept. 25 and 26 at Beaufort Town Center

Home and Garden show

The 25th Annual Home and Garden Show will be Sept. 25 and 26, the Home Builders Association of the Lowcountry and 303 Associates announced. The event will be 4 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 25 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 26 at Beaufort Town Center. Although the event is free and open to the public, Habitat for Humanity will accept donations at the door.

Floriculture Lecture by Parrella at Texas A&M University

Lecture in International Floriculture

Dr. Michael P. Parrella will be the Distinguished Lecturer for the 7th Ellison Chair in International Floriculture Distinguished Lecture Series at Texas A&M University. The event, on Oct. 28, will begin with a reception at 2:30 p.m. in the Horticulture and Forest Science Building atrium. His address will begin at 3 p.m. in Room 102 there.

Former owner of Fifth Avenue Flowers dies

Talent for floral design

Donald Schambach learned the florist business when he was still in high school, working after school and weekends at Schock's Greenhouse in Elgin. He worked at various greenhouses to learn all aspects of the business, then opened Fifth Avenue Flowers in St. Charles in 1975 when he was just 27 years old.

Kenya's horticulture earns more than tourism and telecommunication.

Flowers to Britain and Europe

Kenya's exports of 450,000 tons of vegetables, fruit and flowers to Britain and European markets have become the East African country's fastest growing economic sector.

First-time gardener beats competition in flower show

Floral show

The 68-year-old, of Station Road, Cheddleton, regularly enters shows in Stafford, Leek, Ashbourne and Cellarhead, but has never previously taken part in the Stoke-on-Trent Floral and Garden Produce Show. But the 60th annual event proved to be one he will never forget after taking prizes in each class he entered.

Sequoyah Trail Garden Club presents Standard Flower Show on Sept. 20

Potted plants

The Sequoyah Trail Garden Club of Madisonville will present a Standard Flower Show, "Autumn in Monroe County," from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Cora Veal Center, 144 College St., Madisonville. The show is open to the public and admission is free.

Garden Club of America Flower Show on Sept. 18 & 19 at the Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair St.

Beautiful flower arrangements

If you want to see beautiful flower arrangements, plants and photography, take a trip to the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library. The free event will be from 1 to 6 p.m. Sept. 18 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 19 at the Central Library, 40 E. St. Clair St.

Commercialisation of floriculture in Jammu and Kashmir

Tulip Garden

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today pitched for commercialisation of floriculture in Jammu and Kashmir, saying the sector provides rich potential for youth to launch ventures.

1300 FLOWERS Integrates SMS into Order System

Bunch of flowers

1300 FLOWERS has launched a new system allowing consumers to interact with the business via SMS. The new system allows customers to inquire about an order, request a quote for a bunch of flowers or apply for an advertised special.

Punjab Govt. to constitute a board to boost vegetable,flower and fruit production

Flowers and Fruits

The Punjab Government has decided to constitute a board to boost the production of vegetables, flowers and fruits in the state. A decision to this effect has been taken by Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal during a meeting with the Pears, Vegetables growers and florists from all over the state at Punjab Bhawan on Thursday.

Arcata flower company looking for workers

Leading grower of cut flowers

An Arcata flower grower is extending its search for agriculture workers to Colusa and surrounding counties as unemployment continues to skyrocket in rural areas. Sun Valley Group, the leading grower of cut flowers in the U.S., is hopeful that agriculture workers here will consider relocating to Northern California's coast for full-time, year-round employment.

Pudsey flower show on Saturday, September 12

Flower and Vegetable Show

This year's Pudsey Allotments and Cottage Gardens Association Flower and Vegetable Show will be held in memory of Gerry Thompson. The event at the United Reformed Church Schoolroom on Saturday, September 12, will be opened at 3pm by Dr Timothy Large.

Garden club standard flower show on Sept. 18, at the First Congregational Church

Floral display

The Garden Club of Old Greenwich will host a standard flower show titled "On Location: Lights . . . Camera . . . Action" on Friday, Sept. 18, from 2 to 7 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 108 Sound Beach Ave., Old Greenwich. This event is open to the public and admission is free.

Calabrese and Broccoli

By Guest: Can you please tell me the name of the flower/plant that looks like a cauliflower? I have seen them in green and purple?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest

Probably you are talking about Calabrese and Broccoli.

Like Cauliflowers, Calabrese, and Broccoli also come in green and purple.

Calabrese is a summer vegetable with one heavy central head, while the sprouting broccolis have masses of small florets, purple or white, which are produced over a long season.

Cutflower roses

By Gloria McInnis: I received some tropical cut flowers without care instructions. I've just placed them in water, can you tell me if I should add anything to keep them fresh longer. The types of flowers I received are ginger, bird of paradise and orchids. Is the floral fresh for roses was O.K. to use or not?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Gloria McInnis,

Floral fresh can be used for cutflower roses.

These are the gerneral tips for any cutflower to remain fresh longer.

Here are some tips to help you get the maximum life span of any cut flowers.

1. Add a floral preservative such as Crysal, Floralife to a clean vase and fill half way with tepid water. If you don't have any make your own 1 tsp. sugar, 1 tsp bleach, 2 tsps. lemon juice to 1 qt. of lukewarm water.

2. With a sharp knife or clippers recut 1-2 inches off the bottom of the stem and place immediately in tepid water. The preferred way is to cut the stems under water.

3. Remove any foliage that will be underwater. Deteriorating leaves can generate more bacteria shortening your flower life.

4. Check the water level and be sure all stems are in water. Add more water when needed. Change the water and recut the stems every 3-5 days. If it gets cloudy change more often.

5. Display your flowers away from direct sun, heating vents or cold drafts.

6. Store your flowers in a cool room and cover them with a plastic bag to increase humidity. You can also store them in a refrigerator at temperatures of 40-50 degrees but be sure that you don't have any fruit or vegetables that can emit ethylene gas causing them to wilt or die rapidly.

When you purchase your flowers don't store them in too hot or too cold temperatures.

Some flowers may have a discoloration at the bottom of the stem, this indicates that the flower underwent a pre-treatment by the grower to further extend vaselife. It is not a disease.

Rose economy blooming in Mentougou District

Oils from Rose

Do yoga among roses blooming in the wind; hold a wedding among thousands of roses and experience being a flower farmer on a rose farm that covers 10,000 mu. The Miaofeng Mountain in Mentougou District, which was silent in previous years, has been bustling this summer. Previously, only the rose dealers came here, but this year large quantities of visitors have flooded onto Miaofeng Mountain.

The Flower Exchange Launches a Variety of Options for Wedding Flowers on a Budget

Wedding Flowers

The Flower Exchange, http://www.theflowerexchange.com, is proud to announce the launch of a variety of different package options for wedding flowers. According to the Brides.com 2009 American Wedding Study, the average cost of a wedding has grown almost 50% in the last 10 years and more than 43% of couples say they spent more on their wedding than they had planned. The study reports that on average, couples spend around $1,819 on wedding flowers alone.

Flower prices skyrocketed on August 31 and September 1

Flower for 80 drams

Flower prices more than doubled overnight, although most of the flowers were already resold on August 31 for 30-50 drams more," one flower shop worker told "A1+". September 1 is the best occasion for florists to earn, as they saw, a little money.

Colorado College Flower Beds Win Award for Fifth Consecutive Year

Springs in bloom

For the fifth consecutive year, Colorado College has won top honors in Colorado Springs' "Springs in Bloom" competition. CC received first place in the service organization category for the college's two showcase flower beds, located in the Cascade Avenue median between Uintah and Cache La Poudre streets.

Albourne Flower Show on 12th September at Albourne Village

Flowers and Fruits display

The Albourne Flower Show, held for the first time last year, was a great success and there is every reason to believe that this year's show will be even more popular. It is bigger and better, having extended hours and 100 classes, and there are several other new attractions. Hence the change of name to the Albourne Village Show even though the two grand marquees housing the exhibits will still be the focus of the show.

Simpsonville Garden Club Standard Flower Show on September 18 & 19.

60th year of garden show

The Simpsonville Garden Club will celebrate Sixty years of Garden Clubing on September 18 & 19 by presenting: A Standard Flower Show. The Show is open to the public and will be held at the Simpsonville Municipal Park in the Community Club House from 12:00 - 5:00 on Friday and 10:00 - 4:00 on Saturday.

Flowers and art show at Dickleburgh on 5th & 6th Sept.

Floral display

The third Dickleburgh Church Flower and Art Festival takes place this weekend from 10am to 5.30pm on Saturday and 10.30am to 4.30pm on Sunday at All Saints Church.

Hundreds enjoy annual Bisley fete and flower show

Once-in-a-lifetime prize

A RACING experience in an Aston Martin was among the top prizes on offer at Bisley's annual flower show and fete on Saturday, August 29.

Family flower busines thrives on the Web

Dahlia tubers

Dan Pearson started selling his family's dahlias by the side of the road; today, a large portion of his business comes from the information superhighway the Internet.

Thousands flock to flower and veg show

Summer flowers

THOUSANDS of green-fingered enthusiasts flocked to an Aberdeen park at the weekend to see colourful displays of flowers and vegetables. About 4,000 people attended the annual summer flower and vegetable show of The Royal Horticultural Society of Aberdeen (RHSA) on Saturday and Sunday.

GOUROCK Horticultural Society Autumn Flower Show on 5th & 6th Sept.

Flowers and vegetables

GOUROCK Horticultural Society stage their Autumn Flower Show this weekend. It takes place on Saturday and Sunday in the Gamble Halls, Shore Street, from 2pm until 5pm on both days.

Birds of Paradise plant

By Tara: My bird of paradise plant has never bloomed. I got it from another plant five years ago. what do I need to do?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Tara,

The Birds of Paradise plant should receive adequate moisture during the establishment period (i.e., the first six months). Dry or soggy conditions will cause leaves to yellow and eventually die.

Once established, bird-of-paradise prefers frequent watering from rain or irrigation during the warm growing season. During the winter months, plants should be watered only when the soil is fairly dry.

One of the most common reasons mature Strelitzia do not bloom well is insufficient light. They require nearly full sun in the summer and as much light as possible in winter to bloom. Be sure that your plant is getting that!

Tacca chantrieri Flower

By Teymur Mamedov: I'm looking so long for the name of this flower in attached picture. I was writing too many Botanic Associations but no one of them answered me. No One knows name of this flower.Please if you have any idea or if you know what is botanical name of this flower answer me?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Teymur,

The flower is Tacca

chantrieri or commonly called as Bat flower.

They are huge flowers which resemble black bats.

These plants are native to China.

Floriculture project to start in mid 2010 with an estimated cost of Rs 280 million

Cut flowers

The first of its kind technology based pilot project in floriculture will start commissioning in mid 2010, director Agribusiness Support Fund (ASF), Mateen Siddiqui said Saturday. The aim of this project is to enable the industry to earn millions of dollars per annum by increasing export to UAE, Saudi Arabia and European Union beside others.

Flowers of awareness

500 Tulips

Hidden somewhere in a public garden in Pictou County is a trivet shaped like a tulip. It represents 500 of the over 8,000 people in the Maritimes who live with Parkinson's, and it's free to whomever finds it first.

Florists designed arrangements to look like the heavens

Dried flowers

Shrewsbury Flower Show entrants can make a floral arrangement look like anything. A stack of lemons wrapped around a bunch of flowers resembled a volcanic eruption. One florist arranged fresh burgundy dahlias and yellow snapdragons to look like the colors of the rainbow, earning praise from a judge who deemed it a "beautiful classical design" and affixed it with a blue ribbon.

Horticultural farms to be developed under PPP model

Increase in Nurseries

The Government has decided to develop State-owned horticultural farms under public-private partnership model to increase area as well as production under horticultural crop

Flower festival on this Saturday & Sunday

Floral display

CASTLE Camps United Reformed Church is hosting a flower festival and art exhibition this weekend. There will be stalls and refreshments at the event, which runs from 11am to 4pm on Saturday, 2.30pm to 4.30pm on Sunday, and 11am to 4pm on bank holiday Monday.

Flowers bloom in art exhibit at Palm Beach International Airport from 10-17 Sept.

Summer flowers

Soak in the last blooms of summer as autumn nears with the "Abso-BLOOMIN-lutely" photography and art exhibit at the Palm Beach International Airport. The Palm Beach County's Art in Public Places program will host an artist reception from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Sept. 10 in the airport's Concession Mall, Level 2 of the Main Terminal., across from the Traveler's Lounge.

International Flower Delivery Company daFlores Doubles Facebook Fans in One Month

Virtual flowers

International flower delivery company daFlores continues its meteoric rise on Facebook. Between July and August 2009, 35,000 new Facebook fans signed up for a total of 76,000, doubling the number of fans. 74% of the Facebook fans are women, providing men with an obvious clue about their preferences regarding flowers!

1-800-FLOWERS Selling Home and Children's Gifts Business

Flowers and Gift Baskets

1-800-FLOWERS.COM Inc. decided to divest its Home and Children's Gifts business segment to focus on its core Floral and Gourmet Foods and Gift Baskets categories. The company is already treating its home and gift business results as discontinued in its recently released fiscal 2009 fourth quarter results and says it is actively engaged in a sale process. 1800Flowers anticipates completing the divestiture in fiscal 2010.

Alliston florist giving away flowers to spread goodwill

Carnations for free

An Alliston florist is giving away free flowers to spread goodwill and friendship throughout the community. Flowers by Lady Di will give away hundreds of free carnations at a special Good Neighbour Day event Sept. 12

First time in the 19-year history 35,000 daffodils wilted

Daffodils

Daffodil Day collectors in Southland have reported a similar take to last year's appeal, despite the spring disappearing from most of its flowers. Cancer Society Otago-Southland chief executive Wendy Houliston said the organisation had been very apologetic this week, after 35,000 daffodils wilted just a day after arriving in Southland.

58th flower show in Shrewsbury opens Aug. 29 & 30

Nature's Glory

The 58th annual Shrewsbury Flower Show will be held Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 29 and 30 at the Shrewsbury fire hall on West Forrest Avenue. This year's theme is "Nature's Glory" and will feature 100 entries in floral design categories such as Tropical Rainforest, Majestic Mountains, Glorious Sunrise and The Good Earth.

Westview Flower Show at Westview Elementary School on Friday, Sept. 4

Flowers and Arrangements

The annual Westview Flower Show will take place at Westview Elementary School on Friday, Sept. 4. The event, which is sponsored by the Fairbury Garden Club, will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Westview Learning Center. Flowers and arrangements by the fourth graders will be on display.

Atlantic Orchid & Garden Wins Metro Bravo Award for Best Garden Center

Flowers and Plants

Atlantic Avenue Orchid & Garden achieved the coveted Metro Bravo award for Best Garden Center/Nursery by the readers of Metro Magazine. Atlantic Avenue Orchid & Garden center resides on 5.8 acres filled to the brim with trees, shrubs, topiaries, perennials, annuals, and a vast selection of eye-catching containers, fountains, statuary and organic fertilizers, pesticides and garden supplies.

Scoville-Meno Brings Flowers To Bloom Along 17C For 8th Year

Flower bunches

Scoville-Meno Brings Flowers To Bloom Along 17C For 8th Year. Drivers along Route 17C just east of Owego will now notice the road side ablaze with flowers. For the 8th consecutive year, employees of Scoville Meno, the GM dealership in Owego, have mounted ten large flower boxes on both sides of the road adjacent to the dealership.

Haryana to invest in ultra modern terminal market

Preservation of Flowers

An ultra modern terminal market complex will be set up at Gannaur in Sonipat district at a cost of Rs 100 crore under the second phase of National Horticulture Mission for efficient marketing of fruits, vegetables and flowers.

West Lancashire gardeners celebrate Southport Flower Show success

Gold Medal Winner

THE Tinsley family from Halsall are celebrating a hatrick of successes at the Southport Flower Show. For the third successive year Peter Tinsley Landscaping won the Southport Corporation Cup for having the best large show garden.

Westmeston & Streat flower show on Saturday 29th August at Westmeston Parish hall.

Flower arrangement

The flower show will be held on Saturday 29th August at Westmeston Parish hall opening at 2 pm. Show schedules are now available. We have all sorts of different classes for you and the children to enter in. These range from Vegetables, Flowers, Floral art for the ladies (or men) and an arrangement in a tankard for the men only. Classes for the children range from a Miniature garden, Flowers in an egg cup to a Painting of a garden bird.

Weston flower show on September 5

Fruits and Flowers show

Entries for Weston village flower show must be in by September 2 at 5pm. The show, which takes place on Saturday September 5 at Weston All Saints Centre, will be opened by poet, singer and farmer John Osborne at 2.30pm. He will also present the 16 trophies awarded in the 90 classes for vegetables, fruit, flowers, handicrafts, art and wine.

Planting glads

By Bobbi: I love flowers and anything that grows but have never attempted gladioli. This Fall we bought some corms (about 150 or so) from a local grower. Was told to store them in bags in a cool basement and plant in the Spring. Well today since it was too cold to do anything else, I decided to look in the bags to see how they were doing. Well to my surprise a lot of them were sprouting....actually 11 dozen of them. So now I want to know: do I have to plant them now and if so, what will that do to them since they will bloom so early, and will they survive? Are these 11 dozen a lost cause or?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Bobbi,

Plant the ones that have sprouted first as soon as the soil warms up.

Amomg sprouted Corms, if you have good size corms with more than one eye or sprout, you can divide them. You can cut the corm between the eyes and then let the corm heal for a couple of days before planting.

It wouldn't hurt to give those corms a good start by mixing some dehydrated cow manure or compost into the planting area. Glads are very heavy feeders so plan on adding more when they start to bloom. When they become about a foot tall, loosen the soil around them and scratch in some high phosphorus fertilizer. This increases the bud count and flower size on each spike. Keep the soil moist and mulch to control weeds.

See that, if you can slow down the sprouting by getting others into a cooler location.

Marigold flower

By Rodgers: If a fresh marigold flower is placed in a cup of water, will it shoot in a week or two?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Rodgers,

The Marigold flower may remain fresh for few days, but will not grow in a cup of water.

Flower name

By Krisna Kumar: I'm looking so long for the name of this flower in attached picture. I was writing too many Botanic Associations but no one of them answered me. No One knows name of this flower.Please if you have any idea or if you know what is botanical name of this flower answer me?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Krisna Kumar,

We do not know, what type of Jasmine flower you are talking about.

Anyways, Jasmines bloom only in summer season.

They do not flower in winter season.

Dozen cases of flowers wilting prematurely

Daffodils

The Cancer Society's biggest annual fundraiser has hit a snag some of the flowers have died before Daffodil Day. Marlborough Cancer Society manager Margot Wilson said so far there had been about a dozen cases of flowers wilting prematurely, but "if anybody does have any daffodils that have wilted after two days, give us a call and we'll replace them."

Flower bulbs to brighten Burlington County sites

2,000 flower bulbs

America Responds with Love, Inc., has donated 2,000 flower bulbs to Burlington County that county officials plan to plant outside the historic prison museum and at Long Bridge Park in Hainesport or some of the other eight park facilities the county owns.

Raindrops helped flowers evolve

80 species of flowers

Two scientific researchers from the Wuhan University in China have discovered that raindrops may have played a role in the evolution of flowers. After studying 80 species of flowers living on the university campus, as well as from the nearby Wuhan Botanical Garden, they found that many evolve their shape and structure to prevent their pollen from getting wet.

New areas of horticulture potential to be tapped

Infrastructure in Fruit Mandis

Terming the horticulture sector back-bone of the economy of Jammu and Kashmir, Minister for Horticulture, Sham Lal Sharma today said that Government will give focused attention on the development of this sector. For this, he said Centrally Sponsored schemes like Marketing Intervention Scheme (MIS) and Technology Mission will be implemented in letter and spirit to extend more benefits to the growers.

Flower show at McFarland House this weekend

Floral and Horticultural display

The Garden Club of Niagara will host a flower show this weekend at historic McFarland House. The show, called A Sense of History, will include floral and horticultural displays both outside and inside the Niagara Parkway home.

Annual Campsie Flower Show at Campsie Town Hall, Lennoxtown on 30th August

Two Marvelous flower shows

THE aroma of fresh flowers will be in the air this weekend as two marvellous flower shows open their petals to patrons. The annual Campsie Flower Show will be held this Sunday, from 2-4pm, at Campsie Town Hall, Lennoxtown.

Annuals and Perennials

By Samantha: I'm writing freelance articles for a how-to website. My most current articles are: "What are the top 5 annuals for the South" "What are the top 5 annuals for the Southeast" and "What are the top 5 perennials for the South."

I was wondering if you might happen to know the answers to those questions. If not, do you know where I could go for quality information?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear samantha,

This list of annuals and perennials are in my opinion.

What are the top 5 annuals for the South

Asters

Bachelor's Button (Centaurea cyanus)

Crested Cockscomb (Celosia argentea)

Myosotis or Forget-me-not-

Calendulas

What are the top 5 annuals for the Southeast

Azeleas

Pink Camellias

Red Double

Camellias

Impatiens

What are the top 5 perennials for the South.

Coneflower

Shasta daisy

Hemerocallis

Coreopsis grandiflora

Aster novae-angliae

1-800-Flowers Officially Divests Home, Children's Gift Titles

Gourmet Foods and Gift Baskets

Multititle mailer 1-800-Flowers.com will stick to floral and food gifts moving forward. The company said in releasing its fourth-quarter and fiscal year financial results that it has divested its Home and Children's Gifts business segment.

Modern flower market to be opened today on Tirunelveli-Kanyakumari border

International flower market

Kavalkinaru on the Tirunelveli-Kanyakumari border is all set to find a place in the map of international flower markets as a modern flower market will be inaugurated by Minister for Agriculture Veerapandi S. Arumugam on Wednesday.

Myanmar, Singaporean experts to conduct research on orchid in April next year

Research on orchid at the Phonkanyarzi Mountain

Myanmar and Singaporean experts will conduct joint research on orchid at the Hukaung Valley reserve forest in Myanmar's northernmost Kachin State in April next year, forestry officials said on Thursday. The research will be the third of its kind after that at Naungmon in 2007 and at Phonkanyarzi Mountain in March 2009 conducted by experts from the Myanmar Horticulture Association and Horticulture Research Committee and Singapore.

North Raleigh Florist Supports The Muscular Dystrophy Association

Plants for delivery

Janice Cutler, president and owner of North Raleigh Florist (www.northraleighflorist.com), located at 7457 Six Forks Road, has announced that the shop will sponsor the annual Telethon Executive Lock-Up (TELU) to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association on Thursday, Aug. 27 at the Capital City Club, located on the 21st floor at 411 Fayetteville Street in Raleigh. During the event, Raleigh business leaders will be locked-up for an hour, where they will make phone calls to raise funds to benefit local families with neuromuscular disease. For more information, visit www.mda.org.

Garden club presents 55th annual Fall Harvest Show on 29th & 30th August

Vegetable and Flower show

The Mansfield Men's Garden Club will again sponsor the Fall Harvest Show on Saturday and Sunday. The 55th annual show will be in the Kingwood Meeting Hall. It is the largest local vegetable and flower show of the year.

Bisley's annual flower show on Saturday, August 29

Flower arrangements

Bisley's annual flower show and fete will take place on Saturday, August 29. This year's event will be officially opened at 2pm by long-time and well-loved resident Olive Burkitt.

Morning glories

By Guest: Hello, my morning glories have flowered and are beautiful. After they bloom for about a day, the flower closes up and then falls off. I thought that the flower was supposed to close and reopen several times. Is this normal? Do you know why this is happening?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest

Its nice to know that your Morning glories are blooming.

The Morning glory flowers start to fade a 2 hours before the petals start showing visible curling, and fall off. This is the normal course.

Flower bed

By Jim: I am creating a fishing theme in my back yard and burried a boat 1/2 under ground and plan a flower bed inside

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Jim

Impatiens, Ageratum, Angelonia, Giant Snowflake, Calibrachoa, Begonia, Coleus, are some of the shade loving annuals in zone 4.

Flower market sluggish in city

Flower market disappointed

With the commencement of the Onam season on Sunday with Atham, flower traders thronged the city, but the dull market left many disappointed. The vendors from outside the state were baffled by the sluggish response as the commercial production of flowers is minimal in Kerala. The vendors could be seen squatting before heaps of unsold and withering flowers near Paramara Temple, Ernakulam North and at several other points in the city.

Bees have been having a fling with the orchids

Green flower

The vivid, vibrant little flowers give what amount to come-hither looks to bees. Some even emit an aroma - a kind of Givenchy for male bees - that tricks the bees into thinking that the orchid is a female bee who finds them irresistible.

Half-yellow, half pink... Gardener grows chrysanthemum that's wholly unusual

Pink and Yellow petals

The rare chrysanthemum has just one stem and one head - but its pale pink and yellow petals are split exactly down the middle at odds of thousands to one. It was found by William Underwood, 73, in his garden in Cavendish, Suffolk.

Wistaston Annual Flower and Produce Show - round-up and full results

Floral arrangements

SATURDAY brought more than 200 visitors to Wistaston's Annual Flower and Produce Show where Cheshire East mayor, Cllr Margaret Simon, was back on her old patch to present the prizes.

Hit musicals inspire the return of floral festival

1,500 stems of flowers

GREEN-FINGERED helpers from a Prestwich church are hoping to end this month on a high note with a fabulous floral festival. St Margaret's Church, in St Margaret's Road, is opening its doors to visitors as a team of gardeners put on a floral display called Inspired By Musicals.

61st Binfield Heath flower show on Saturday, August 29.

Largest sunflower head

THE 61st Binfield Heath flower show will include new events and attractions alongside its traditional gardening competitions. For the first time, the show will have the tallest mobile climbing wall in Britain, which can be used by people all ages.

Sunflower crop makes welcome sight

More that million flowers

A SEA of colour has been created in a farmer's field thanks to more than a million sunflowers. The sunflowers can be seen in the fields at Naisberry Farm, in Worset Lane, Elwick, on the outskirts of Hartlepool.

J&K's Agriculture suffered Rs. 406 cr losses, horticulture Rs. 100 cr

Losses due to unfair weather

Minister for Agriculture, Ghulam Hassan Mir has said that Jammu and Kashmir State has suffered losses to the tune of Rs. 406 crores in agriculture and Rs. 100 crore in horticulture due to continued dry spell and unfair weather. Addressing the meeting of Agriculture Ministers at New Delhi, Mir said a considerable loss has extended to major Kharief crops like Maize, pulses, vegetables, fodder, paddy, oil seeds etc.

Rare 'eagle Flower' Attracts Flower Enthusiasts

Flower blooms once in a year

Flower lovers were in a big rush to the Colours of Nature 2009 exhibition at the Borneo Highlands Resort (BHR) near here Saturday to see the rare "Eagle Flower", which blooms only once a year. The creeper plant blooms only in the month of August and that is why it is the main attraction at the event, which kicks off today and ends on Aug 31.

Lack Of Demand Wilts Flower Prices at the Rimba Horticulture Centre

Re-price of flowers to $10

Prices of flowering plants have been slashed by almost half of the original amount due to a decrease in the number of people purchasing, said some vendors at the Rimba Horticulture Centre yesterday. Vendor Supriyati of stall number MS at the Rimba I Horticulture Centre told The Brunei Times that sales were better last year, causing them to lower their prices for most flowers.

50th anniversary of the National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies in Aberdeen next month

Flower arrangement

A COLOURFUL festival to celebrate half a century of a national flower arrangement society will be held in Aberdeen next month. Flower clubs from across the north-east will host the event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies.

RHS Autumn Harvest Show in Westminster, London on 13-14 October

Pennard Plants

Pennard Plants will create the central show feature of apples and pears at the RHS Autumn Harvest Show at the Royal Horticultural Halls in Westminster, London on 13-14 October. Owner Chris Smith said Pennard Plants will build an allotment garden at the RHS show.

Local farmers convert sunflowers into fuel and feed

Sunflower oil into fuel

The sunflowers are in bloom, and for local farmers Mike Balawender and Gary Alibozek, that means one thing -- diesel fuel. Both men are part of the Hilltown Biodiesel Cooperative, a group of five Berkshire County farmers that have planted acres and acres of sunflowers with the intent of converting the sunflower oil into fuel to ease the strain of farm equipment fuel supplies.

Fresh flowers shop in San Francisco offers you great choices.

Online fresh flowers

Delivery fresh flowers San Francisco is more than just there to guarantee that you get the flowers on the same day. They provide your needs from the functional reasons to aesthetical purposes. You are encouraged to pick a fresh flowers shop in San Francisco willing to offer you all the best out of the purchase.

North Raleigh Florist Receives MetroBravo! Award

Flowers and Plants for any occasion

Janice Cutler, president and owner of North Raleigh Florist (www.northraleighflorist.com), located at 7457 Six Forks Road, has announced that the store has received a 2009 MetroBravo! Award in the category of Home Life Florist by Metro Magazine. This marks the second consecutive year that North Raleigh Florist has been recognized by the publication, previously receiving the Honorable Mention 2008 MetroBravo! Award. The MetroBravo! Awards are voted on by readers of Metro Magazine and are based on customer service, popularity and overall experience. For more information, visit www.metronc.com.

1-800-Flowers.com loses money in 4th quarter

Lost $22.2 million

CARLE PLACE, N.Y. -- 1-800-Flowers.com moved to a fiscal fourth-quarter loss Thursday, weighed down by its decision to sell its home and children's gifts segment. The florist and gift retailer lost $22.2 million, or 35 cents per share, for the period ended June 28. That compares with profit of $4.3 million, or 7 cents per share, a year earlier.

Lodsworth and District Garden Club 50th anniversary flower show on 22 August.

Tallest sunflower

Lodsworth and District Garden Club has a big event coming up at the village hall on Saturday - its 50th anniversary flower show. Chairman Penny Olsen said in addition to the usual entries there will be a colourful display of scarecrows outside the hall plus a competition for the tallest sunflower, to be judged tomorrow (Friday, August 21) in the gardens where they are growing.

Droitwich Spa and District Horticultural Society flower show on August 31

Floral display

THE Droitwich Spa and District Horticultural Society is set to hold its 61st show. There will be classes for flowers, fruit, vegetables, handicrafts, photographs, cakes and preserves, childrens exhibits and floral art at the event from 1pm on August 31. Closing date for entries is Thursday, August 27.

Paper whites

By Guest: I was given paper whites as a Christmas gift and had not had them 2 days when they wilted over and will not stand upright again. can they be revived or do i need to cut them back?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest,

Try by cutting the base of the stalk putting in water. It will take up the water and stand.

Try it.

Lilacs

By Guest: Can you freeze lilacs to use them in Summer? Lilacs are my favorite flower and I've always wanted them in my wedding, but the problem is my wedding is not until August. Is there a way I can preserve real lilacs to use?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest

Fresh lilac are only best in season for your marriage.

Though, Freeze drying is the best method to preserve lilac but it is quite expensive and you will still have lots of very fragile small pieces, i do not recommend it. They are likely to fall apart and may not be worth the effort.

You can get lilacs grown in greenhouses, white lilacs are available from December until June and lavender from April to early June.

ST Mary"s Church in Bolsterstone is holding a Flower Festival from August 29 to September 1

flower display

Starting on Saturday, August 29 at 10am, the festival will run until 4pm on Tuesday, September 1. This year's theme is 'A Child Shall Lead Them', based on Bible stories from childhood and popular children's songs.Activities will include church services, counting butterflies, ringing the Tower Bells, and much more.

Horticulture industry frustrated at lack of action on awards

Horticulture in Australia

The Horticulture Australia Council says the Federal Government is threatening the livelihood of growers around the country, because it's taking too long to make a decision about changes to awards.

Himachal farmers taking to floriculture

Floriculture training

Floriculture is the buzzword for farmers at Kullu in Himachal Pradesh. More and more farmers are growing flowers as the new lucrative commercial crop. Chrysanthemum, roses, carnation, marigold and gladiolus are some of the flowers, which are being preferred by the farmers over their traditional khareef (summer-sown) crop, apples, plums and apricots.

Flower and veg show hailed a great success

Success at the show

ST Bees flower and vegetable show has been hailed as a "great success" by organisers. Top exhibitors were Mark Hewertson and the Hadwin family. They won a range of trophies and cups for a selection of homegrown flowers and vegetables.

Ashover Flower Festival from August 28 to 31 in parish church

Beautiful arrangements of flowers

Ashover Flower Festival - run by Ashover Parish Church - will host works by Ashover Art Group at this year's event, which is running from August 28 to 31. The art group will display paintings in the Bassett Rooms' upstairs gallery, with a percentage of all sales and donations going to the church's Save Our Spire appeal.

Flowers grown in Wyoming

By John: I am moving to Cheyenne Wyoming and would like to know what types of flowers will grow in this area?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear John,

These are some of the flowers can grow in Wyoming, Cheyenne

Indian Paintbrush, castilleja inverta

Heartleaf Arnica, arnica cordifolia,

Larkspur, D. nuttallianum

Silvery Lupine

The Scarlet Gilia

Wilting stems of the plant

By Richard: The stems of the plant are wilting, is this normal? I have this as an indoor plant at this time?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Richard,

If a shade loving plant is exposed to direct sun, it may wilt and/or cause leaves to be sunburned or otherwise damaged.

Sometimes, Over-watered plants have the same wilted leaves as under-watered plants. Fungi such as Phytophthora and Pythium affect vascular systems, which cause wilt.

Not enough water and roots will wither and the plant will wilt and die.

Gardener's flowers poisoned before show

100 flowers had been destroyed

Police are investigating a case of sabotage after award-winning gardener Richard Pastewski, 57, apparently had his prized dahlias poisoned with weedkiller just days before a flower show.

Ten Thousand Colombian Flowers for Hillary

Beautiful Colombian Roses

Augusto Solano, President of Asocolflores, the Association of Colombian Flower Exporters, said its trade association's companies will contribute the beautiful Colombian roses, carnations, alstroemerias, gerberas and chrysanthemums that will decorate the many venues to be visited by one of North America's most well-known and respected young artists.

Sixteen-year-old garden designer is searching for a sponsor

RHS London Plant & Design Show

Dunckley is hoping to exhibit a garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2010. The teenager, who received a silver medal for his A Desert's Delight garden at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show in July, is planning a garden that incorporates al fresco dining and an outdoor kitchen.

Good turnout at Alverwake flower show

Best flower exhibition

MORE than 200 people flocked to Ebbesbourne Wake village hall on Saturday afternoon for the Alverwake flower show. The turnout was better than previous years according to Alison Meers, a committee member for the annual show.

Bridgemere Flower Show in Nantwich on August 30th & 31st.

25th Annual show

GARDENERS from are being invited to enter an annual flower show at Bridgemere Garden World in Nantwich. The centre's 25th show will take place on Sunday August 30 and Monday August 31, with 72 different classes for people to enter.

Da Lat to hold Flower Festival in 2010

Dalat flowers

The third Da Lat Flower Festival has been rescheduled from the original date, December 19 - 23, 2009, and will now be held between January 1 and 4, 2010, it was recently announced. The show also honors the value of Dalat flowers and Dalat flower growers, as well as boosting the local flower industry.

Birds of paradise

By Guest: Can we cut Birds of paradise upto 6 inches?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest,

You can cut the spent Birds of paradise flower and stalk down to foliage level around 6-8 inches above the ground to keep the plants looking neat and tidy.

This pruning should be done only in late winter or early spring after danger of frost is past.

New growth will be vigorous when temperatures warm.

Heathers as hanging plants

By Liz: Does Heather do well as a hanging plant? Is there some guidelines I should follow?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Liz,

Yes, Heathers are suitable as Hanging plants.

Heathers can be invaluable for providing colour in patio pots, hanging baskets and containers.

If planting heathers use ericaceous compost, and any compost used should be free draining.

Daffodil Day lead-up to this year's annual cancer fundraiser

Daffodil Day on August 28

THE Cancer Council's Western Regional office is encouraging local residents to share their stories of hope, inspiration and what Daffodil Day means to them in the lead-up to this year's annual cancer fundraiser. Daffodil Day falls this year on Friday, August 28.

LITTLEHAM sunflower growers named as grower of the tallest sunflower

Awarded a £10 garden voucher

LITTLEHAM sunflower growers entering the local in-bloom competition faced a tall order to be crowned winners of the highest blooms. After months of nurturing tiny plants into giant sunflowers, Sue Crowsley, of Glebe Farm, this week was declared the grower of the tallest sunflower in Littleham and awarded a £10 garden voucher.

Horticulture field day set for Sept. 25

$20 registration fee

Green industry professionals are invited to pull on their walking shoes and join University of Georgia faculty for the UGA Ornamental Horticulture Research Field Day on Sept,25. Held every two years, the field day will be at the UGA Horticulture Farm in Watkinsville, Ga. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Rain or shine, tours start at 9 a.m.

Ethiopia: Flower Study Hopes to Blossom Revenue

Increasing demand for floriculture

Ethiopia's flower exporters could be using better, market enhancing packages for their stalks as of early 2010, depending on a successful completion of a study conducted for the horticulture association by two Swiss based institutions.

Lympstone flower and vegetable show on Saturday, August 29.

Village flower display

THE chairman of Lympstone Garden Club is hoping for a record number of entrants at the village's flower and vegetable show. Shirley Wilkes said despite terrible weather at last year's event, there were more entrants than ever before but wanted to exceed that level this time around.

40th Pilning Flower Show at the Trinity Hall on Saturday, August 29.

Ruby anniversary

PILNING is preparing to look its blooming best as the village flower show celebrates its 40th anniversary. Organisers of the Pilning Flower Show, which has been a popular feature in the local horticultural calendar for four decades, are pulling out all the stops to make the ruby anniversary a year to remember.

Himachal to spend Rs 198 crores on horticulture

Horticulture development scheme

Himachal Pradesh government will spend Rupees 198 crore on horticulture under the second phase of Pt. Deen Dayal Kisan Baagwan Samridhi Yojna, a horticulture development scheme. The scheme would bring 20,000 hectare area of horticulture under irrigation.

Online florist is a blooming success

Direct2Florist

A BOLTON-based online florist business is blossoming big style. Direct2Florist has achieved a 300 per cent year on year growth and has more than justified its reputation as one of the rising stars of the floristry industry.

Award-winning flowers announced

Bedding Plant Award

All four are distinguished by having been announced as 2010 All-America Selections (AAS) winners. This year's winners are two in the Flower Award category, gaillardia "Mesa Yellow" and zinnia "Zahara Starlight Rose," with viola "Endurio Sky Blue Martien" as the Cool Season Award winner and snapdragon "Twinny Peach" as the Bedding Plant Award winner. Although there are several AAS categories, not all have winners each year.

Bangalore's Lalbagh flower show to garner Rs 60 lakh

1,000 varieties of flowers

The Lalbagh flower show, which happens twice a year. CNBC-TV18's Vineetha Athrey joined over 50,000 people from across India who are lining up everyday for this week-long affair with flowers. Upto six lakh visitors are expected this year to watch a dazzling spread of over 1,000 varieties of flowers.

Christmas flower show at Allan Gardens from 7th to 30th December

Annual flower show

Usher in the spirit of the season with the annual Christmas flower show at Allan Gardens conservatory. From December 7 to 30, the greenhouse conservatory will showcase many of the newest varieties of poinsettias, all lending a victorian flavour for the holiday season. The conservatory will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit Allan Gardens conservatory by candlelight December 15 to 23 and December 26 to 30 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Epson Salt

By Cleo: How you please tell me how to apply the Epson Salt. Do I put grains on the soil or do I dilute it with water?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Cleo,

You can Sprinkle epsom salt at the base of the plants and then slightly water it in.

Flower lovers sought for contest

Central Mississippi Fair

Flower enthusiasts are urged to select their prettiest potted and blooming plants along with horticulture specimens for exhibit at the flower show held in conjunction with the Central Mississippi Fair.

Crowds flock to Ayr Flower Show as the sun shines

AYR Flower Show

AYR Flower Show looks set to break all attendance records.Throughout the three days of the show, held at Rozelle Estate, Ayr, the weather was warm with the first day, Friday, the sunniest.

Rose-of-Sharon can mysteriously drop flower buds

Rose-of-Sharon

You might be familiar with the summer-blooming shrub commonly called Rose-of-Sharon. Its common name is shrub althea and its scientific name is Hibiscus syriacus.

Fall flowers for autumn colors

Fall flowers

When homeowners contemplate incorporating fall colors in their landscaping they normally think of trees or shrubs that bear colorful leaves in the fall.

Dried flowers and herbs are used in these simple, thoughtful gifts

Dried flowers

Homemade gifts still score big in "heart points" without being a huge hit to the pocketbook. These projects using dried flowers and herbs make wonderful hostess gifts or are just a nice way to express how much you care for friends or family.

Gardener tosses tulips and other flowers with perennials

Flower bulb grower

Whoever wrote the phrase "strength in numbers" must have been a flower bulb grower. Gardeners for decades have been planting bulbs in mass beds.

Power of the Flower

FW Daily News

A half-million roses ? mostly red ? will pass through the hands of workers at Gassafy Wholesale Florist by the time Valentine's Day rolls around Feb. 14. The Fort Wayne-based company supplies bouquets and arrangements to Scott's, Kroger and other grocery stores, as well as cut flowers to many retail florists in northern Indiana, southern Michigan and western Ohio. The company, which has its origins in a vegetable business operated by Hungarian immigrants who moved to Fort Wayne in 1912, is one of the largest wholesale florists around...

Garden clubs

The Daniel Island News

Considering the current cool and wet weather, the Daniel Island Garden Club executive committee has decided to change the venue and discussion topic of the announced February meeting. The Feb. 14 meeting will be held indoors at 2 p.m. at the Down to Earth Outdoor Living Center, 215 Coleman Blvd., Mt. Pleasant. Phone number is 881-4885...

Gardening seminars

fortwayne

Area Master Gardeners will share some of their expertise at four days of seminars in March at Memorial Coliseum, and in a conference in April at IPFW. All sessions are open to the public.

Garden symposiums, which offer an opportunity to learn, are another. There will be presentations by the master gardeners, like Martha Ferguson, Vince Burrell and Gary Moughler, Joe Endres etc...

Flower Exhibition stage schedule

ohio

The HBA Akron Home & Flower Show will be held at the John S. Knight Center in downtown Akron Friday through Sunday...

Myall Park Botanic Garden Open Day

Big Pond

Myall Park Botanic Garden, Glenmorgan,Australia holds an open day on the last Saturday of August each year. In 2006, the theme will be cooking using native plants...

Dundee Flower and Food Festival

Visit Scotland

Dundee Flower and Food Festival is a three-day extravaganza of superb entertainment for all the family. Set in marquees in the magnificent Camperdown Country Park, the event showcases fabulous floral and garden displays...

Special Plantings to Attract Butterflies and Hummingbirds

Lewis Ginter

Visitors can learn which plants are butterfly and hummingbird favorites, including trumpet honeysuckle vine, beebalm and pineapple sage. Other flowers with bright orange, pink, purple, blue, and yellow blooms will be part of the display...

Rose of sharon

By Eddie Donn: What is a tropical red flower which is called as Rose of sharon?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Eddie Donn,

Its is hibiscus flowering plant.

Agapanthus

By guest: I have done something bad to my Agapanthus but I do not have any blooms at all.What have I done and should I do anything now to encourage regrowth of stems?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest,

Agapanthus plants are heavy feeders and do not bloom well if undernourished or grown in too shady a location.

Aganthus also needs sandy acidic soils for thriving well.

Agapanthus (African lilies) are big plants and usually summered outdoors in tubs where the root system can spread.

Fertilize your agapanthus according to its age.

Fertilizing the Young and Established Plants: - Fertilization for Young Plants:

Young plants need extra phosphorus to encourage good root development. Look for a fertilizer that has phosphorus, P, in it(the second number on the bag.) Apply recommended amount for plant per label directions in the soil at time of planting or at least during the first growing season.

Fertilization for Established Plants : - Established plants can benefit from fertilization. Trees need to be fertilized every few years. Shrubs and other plants in the landscape can be fertilized yearly. A soil test can determine existing nutrient levels in the soil. If one or more nutrients is low, a specific instead of an all-purpose fertilizer may be required.

Fertilizers that are high in N, nitrogen, will promote green leafy growth. Excess nitrogen in the soil can cause excessive vegetative growth on plants at the expense of flower bud development. It is best to avoid fertilizing late in the growing season. Applications made at that time can force lush, vegetative growth that will not have a chance to harden off before the onset of cold weather.

Observe the difference and act accordingly.

Cobourg Horticultural Society show is a 150-year-old tradition

Cobourg Horticultural Society

The Cobourg Horticultural Society continues the celebration of its sesquicentennial with their traditional Summer Flower Show and Tea Saturday.

Flower show celebrations mark hall opening

Annual Horton Flower Show

The annual Horton Flower and Vegetable Show was part of the celebrations of the opening of the new village hall.

Flower baskets important to community

Edmond's City Council

Several months ago, at an Edmond's City Council meeting, a woman representing a garden and floral group defended the need for beauty to not be considered the same as functional carpet, or a new coat of paint.

Darts Farm picks flowers for charity

Golden Flowers

Volunteers at Darts Farm have been busy picking golden flowers to offer customers in return for a donation to be given to charity.

Pruning lilacs now will hurt flowers next season

Lilacs

If a plant is blocking your view, it should be removed or pruned regardless of the impact on flowers or the time of year.

Flower Growers Want Govt to Act

Kashmir Flower Growers Assoction

The Jammu And Kashmir Flower Growers Assoction (JKFGA) hailed the initiative taken by the Finance Minister Abdul Rahim

Jasmine plant

By Shirley: What is the reason for having small brown spots on both sides of the leaves of my jasmine plant? What can I do to alleviate this problem ?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Shirley,

Probably these brown spots are due to fungi or bacteria.

Remove the basal leaves infected.

Pour water from the bottom but not from the upper side.

You can use any recommended fungicide with the help of a local gardener.

Gardenia Bonsai leaves

By Mary: Please can you tell me why my Gardenia Bonsai leaves are turning yellow?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Mary,

Yellow leaves (particularly seen in spring): Leaf yellowing in Gardenias has generally been attributed to a magnesium deficiency and treated with applications of Epsom salts (sulphate of magnesium) but the plant is probably more in need of an all purpose fertiliser and a good watering.

Apply fertiliser in spring when weather begins to warm and yellow leaves begin to show.

Help For Heroes at Taunton Flower Show

Taunton Flower Show

Taunton constituency MP Jeremy Browne has been supporting new charity Help for Heroes. He joined local coordinators Richard and Emma Lupton at their stand at Taunton Flower Show.

A colourful flower show in Bangalore

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

A flower exhibition is underway at the Lalbagh Botanical Garden in Bangalore showcasing wide range of colourful varieties of flowers.

Franklin Flower Shop Set for Demolition After Fire

Franklin Flower Shop

The historic building in downtown Franklin that was destroyed by fire early Monday morning is set to be torn down.

Preserving cut flowers longer

Fresh flowers

Fresh flowers have the power to lift our spirits. Even a tiny vase of pansies can dress up a windowsill.

Human Shrub organises his own flower contest after council bans him from local competition

The Human Shrub

An anonymous plant-lover, dubbed the Human Shrub due to his head-to-toe costume of foliage, has organised his own flower competition after council bosses banned him from entering the town show.

Seeing botany and world history through the eyes of the lotus flower

Lotus flower

RECENT YEARS have seen a series of books of popular botany devoted to just one plant type. The most successful, Anna Pavord's The Tulip , chronicled the ?tulipomania? of 17th century Europe. Jane Brown's Tales of the Rose Tree followed.

Moon Flowers

By LHSENSEI: When is the best time to plant moon flowers and how do you plant them?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Moon flowers are planted in Spring.

You can either buy a plant from a nursery, or buy seeds.

The hard, white seeds should be scratched and then soaked overnight in water, or soaked without scratching.

When the seed begins to swell, we can understand, that it is ready for planting in the ground or in pots.Give Moon flower a warm, sunny location and regular watering and it will reward you with many blooms.

Daisy Tree

By Toni: It is fall in Central New Jersey and I have a daisy tree that I kept outside potted all summer.

How should I care for this in the winter?

Answer By The Flower Expert: In colder climates it is better you cover your daisies with a heavy mulch in the winter to protect them.

In Winter they are best kept above 50 deg F (10 deg C).

Freezing will kill the plant, so from November to May, water only when the soil becomes fairly dry.

Survey shows gardens are best place to relax

JournalLive

BRITAIN remains a nation of garden lovers, with many people believing that spending time among flowers, lawns and trees is important for their quality of life, and is even a way of boosting their love life.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. to Release Results for its Fiscal 2009 Fourth Quarter and Full Year on Thursday, August 20, 2009

newsticker

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, the world's leading florist and a provider of specialty gifts for all occasions, today announced that the Company will release financial results for its fiscal 2009 four quarter and full year (ended Sunday, June 28, 2009) on Thursday, August 20, 2009.

Nashville Lawn & Garden Show

examiner

The 21st anniversary presentation of the Nashville Lawn & Garden Show, which will be held Thursday, March 4, through Sunday, March 7, 2010, has been named a Top 20 Event for winter 2010 by the South East Tourism Society of the USA.

Peopleton Autumn Show on September 5, 2009

EveshamJournal

Peopleton Autumn Show of Worcestershire, England taking place at the village hall and playing field on September 5, organisers hope the show will become an annual fixture once again.

The Ambleside Flower and Craft Show

nwemail

The Ambleside Flower and Craft Show opened its doors on Friday, Aug.7, 2009 at Ambleside Primary School, Cumbria, in North West England and continued throughout the weekend.

Registration open for Hays Master Gardener classes

sanmarcosrecord

The Hays County Extension Service, San Marcos of Texas is now accepting applications for the new Master Gardener Training Class beginning Sept. 2.

The edible, incredible lotus flower

guardian

The lotus provides foodstuffs, medicines and natural chemicals (such as those that ensure the seed's astonishing longevity) which have long sustained indigenous peoples and now intrigue modern biologists.

Bird of Paradise Plant

By Sandy: I have a Bird of Paradise plant growing near the pool. It has been there for about 3 years. I have just learned that it shouldnt get too much water so I disconnected the sprinklers there and I have fertilized it..with water of course. I have NEVER seen a bllom on this plant. What can I do to get a bllom? Or is this a male female plant thing?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Your Birds of Paradise plant is a young one i suppose. Therefore the plant when young needs 3-4 years to mature and then give blooms.

Some times it even takes 4-7 years for the plant to begin blooming.

Be optimistic and have patience, your BOP will defintely bloom.

Narcissus Bulbs

By Jill: If I have Narcissus bulbs planted indoos in a glass with rocks and they are blooming, what do I do to keep them blooming? Do I cut off the flowers when they die? If they bloom once, are they done for the year?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Its better to remove spent flowers of Narcissus.

Once they bloom , they are done for the year. Ofcourse, you can prolong the blooming period.

Monkey Flower named Claremont's official flower

contracostatimes

The Monkey Flower, also known as Mimulus aurantiacus, was selected by the Claremont's City Council, California last week as the official flower of the city from an array of six California native candidates.

Lal Bagh flower show to start on Friday, Aug 7

THE TIMES OF INDIA

Get ready to see the Garden City's famous flower show in Lalbagh, Bangalore, India on Friday, Aug 7.

Bradwell Flower Show, Aug 8, 2009

maldonandburnhamstandard

The 73rd Bradwell Flower Show is being held on Saturday August 8 at the village hall and field in South Street.

Cobourg Horticultural Society's Summer Flower Show , Saturday August 15, 2009

northumberlandview

The Cobourg Horticultural Society, Ontario. On Saturday, August 15, the Society hosts its annual Summer Flower Show and Tea, from 1.30 - 4 pm, at the Cobourg Library.

1-800-Flowers Tries a Little Shopping Between Friends on Facebook

ITBusinessEdge

If there's one thing "Sex and the City" has taught us, it's that shopping is an inherently social activity. Which is why it makes perfect sense for retailers to sell stuff from online stores on Facebook as 1-800-Flowers is doing. The launch of the store led to a threefold increase in Facebook traffic for the retailer.

Anemones are springing up

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Recent sunny days have tempted the first of the spring flowers to boom, among them the popular anemone.

Bush Daisy

By Barbara: I have a large daisy bush with thick, woody stems. The blooms have been prolific this year. I am not sure of the name of this daisy.

I would like to know if I cut it back in the fall or leave it. Usually in the winter it looses its leaves and then new buts appear on the stem in early spring. This is a bush like daisy.

Please advise me.

Answer By The Flower Expert: It is better to pinch the spent flowers off the daisy plant as this will help to promote new blooms. The flowers of the daisy are great for making cuttings for your favorite flower vase.

So, you can cut back daises in fall.

Since your is plant is daisy bush, then pruining or cutting back can be done only after the danger of frost.

A Bush Daisy would survive severe pruning now but if there is unseasonably warm weather the plant would be fooled into thinking it should put out new growth. This new growth would be vulnerable if temperatures drop suddenly, which is very probable. The new growth would freeze and damage the plant.

Lotus Flower

By Lotus: What kind of lotus flower might survive the climate in the central united states like Missouri or Kansas where winters can be quite harsh? I am assuming the lotus is a perennial and will come back every spring as long as I silt the bottom of my pond with mud. Is that correct?

Answer By The Flower Expert: The varieties which can be winter hardy are:-

Water Lily, White: Nymphaea mariacea

Water Lily, Yellow: Nymphaea Sulphurea

Water Lily, Red: Nymphaea Attraction

Water Lily, Pink: Nymphaea Fabio

All these varieties are winter hardy to -30 degrees and can remain in ponds during the winter where the water does not freeze to the level of the plant. They are easily stored for winter in colder climates. All bloom from June to September.

Grand River Garden Club Flower Fair

REPUBLICAN TIMES

The Grand River Garden Club will host the floriculture department portion of the North Central Missouri Fair on Thursday, Aug. 6, beginning at 8:30 a.m.

Olathe Garden Club Flower Show

Kansas

The Olathe Garden Club Flower Show for 2009 takes place Sept. 10-12 during the Old Settler's Day festivities in downtown Olathe, Kansas, United States.

Ethiopia Secures 138 million dollars from cut flowers

nazret

Ethiopia secured 138 million US dollars from the export of cut flowers during the just ended fiscal year.

800-Flowers to Open New Facility in Maple Heights

Fox8

A subsidiary of Westbury-based 1-800-Flowers.com Inc. will open a new distribution facility in Maple Heights, Ohio, the company announced Tuesday, 3rd August morning.

Five die-hard flowers that bloom through July

Examiner

Throughout the month of July when the temperatures are the highest, the days the longest and the light intensity the strongest a few die-hard plants continue to push out a few flowers that give the landscape a splash of color here and there.

Daisies

By Barbara: Do you mean to say that I should wait until may for daisies?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Yes, pruning for daisies should be done in May after the danger of frost.

Lotus Flower

By James: Does a Lotus comes back every Spring?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Yes, Lotus is a perennial and come back every spring.

Sarawak Names New Orchid After Queen

BERNAMA

Sarawak, Kuching, Mlaysia on July 28 named a new and rare hybrid of orchid at its Orchid Park after the Raja Permaisuri Agong Tuanku Nur Zahirah.

Knowsley Flower Show to be Held on August 9th

Knowsley Online

The Knowsley Flower Show on Sunday, August 9th at the National Wildflower Centre, Liverpool, England has events and activities throughout the day for all the family ? as well as more than 100 show classes.

Hartlebury set for flower fest

The Shuttle

EVERY organisation In Hartlebury, Worcestershire, England is taking part in a festival of flowers and pursuits at Hartlebury Parish Church on August 14, 15 and 16.

Plant sweet peas in August for December flowers

Examiner

Planting annual sweet peas (Lathyrus odoratus) in August will have you knee-deep in perfumed flowers in the often gloomy month of December.

Pot plant sales up 30%, says Flowers & Plants Association

Horticulture Week

Statistics from the Flowers & Plants Association show a near 30% year-on-year increase in pot plant sales in the UK for July.

Moss Rose, New Flowering Plant

naplesnews

Portulaca grandiflora (Moss-rose Purslane or Moss-rose), is a flowering plant in the family Portulacaceae, native to Argentina, southern Brazil, and Uruguay.

Woodbury Flower Festival Celebration to be Held in Sep.

Exmouth Herald

WOODBURY, New Jersey residents are invited to mark a date in their diaries for an event aimed at raising funds for St Swithun's Church. The 600th flower festival celebrations take place between September 25 and 27, celebrating the consecration of the church tower by the then bishop of Exeter in 1409.

Miniature Rose Show at Pittock Mansion On 8th Aug

Oregon Live

PORTLAND - Celebrate the blooms of summer and Georgiana Pittock's love of roses on Saturday, Aug. 8, when Pittock Mansion hosts the Portland Rose Society's Miniature Rose Show. The Rose Society will display and judge hundreds of carefully grown and selected miniature roses in the mansion's Social Room and Music Room, awarding trophies to the most outstanding examples.

Crazy for coneflowers

The Chronicle Herald

GARDENERS ALL have our lists of must-have plants, those perennials, annuals, shrubs and trees that we have to have. One of the top perennials in my gardening life is the echinacea, or coneflower.

Pontiac garden project cultivates life skills

Freep

Every week, 6-year-old Zakiya Brown visits a small lot to check on the vegetables and herbs she and seven other children planted as part of the Pontiac Urban Garden Explosion project, which teaches gardening and business skills.

Gardens 'create feelgood factor'

Corner of a garden

More than 70% of people believe spending time in the garden may improve their quality of life, suggests a survey for the National Trust. One in three people also considered gardens to be romantic places which could boost their love lives.

Two local florists merge, creating the region's largest locally-owned florist

Flower delivery

Jones the Florist and Jack Herb Florist said today they will create a business with combined gross sales of about $ 6 million annually. Under the merger, the two Jack Herb Florist locations at 8621 Winton Rd., Finneytown, and at 7848 Hamilton Ave., Mount Healthy, will remain open and will continue to operate under the Jack Herb Florist name.

Success at RHS Flower Show

Thousand of visitors

NICK Hamilton of Barnsdale Gardens took a little piece of Rutland to the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park in Cheshire this week. The theme for the 2009 show was "Holidays" and Nick's display proved a popular feature with the thousands of visitors to the show.

Flower show on August 17

Floral display

Agassiz Garden Club's annual show will be August 17 - a week later than usual. Entries must be staged between 5 and 8 p.m. Sunday, August 16 at Lac du Bonnet Community Centre. Judging takes place in the morning August 17 and then the show opens to the public at 1:30 p.m. The prize presentations are at 8 p.m.

Putrajaya hosts nine-day Flower and Garden fiesta

Flowers and Vegetables show

THE federal administrative capital of Putrajaya is showcasing an explosion of colour and design as it proudly hosts the biggest flower and garden show in this part of the region for the second time.

Horticulture exports face new threat as EU acts on food miles

Plants and Flowers

Kenya's horticultural exports have come under renewed threat as the carbon footprints campaign gains momentum in key European markets, a new survey indicates. In a report published on Wednesday, the European Union said the majority of consumers support the controversial carbon footprints concept and want it immediately implemented to help fight climate change.

Nursery wins medal at Tatton Park flower show

Heptonstall nursery

A DISPLAY of alpine plants reaped rewards for a Heptonstall nursery at a prestigious flower show. Slack Top Nursery and Gardens scooped a Silver Gilt medal at the Royal Horticultural Society's Tatton Park contest for the colourful 10ft x 10ft entry.

Flower Show at the Dutchess County Fair from Aug 25-29

Plants & Flowers arrangements

The show gives amateur gardeners and junior and adult flower arrangers the opportunity to display cut garden flowers, potted plants and flower arrangements at the Dutchess County Fair. Adult arranging classes are scheduled for opening day Aug. 25 and Aug. 29.

50th anniversary regional flower show in Perham on August 6th

More than 4oo exhibits

The District Flower Show will be held at Perham's Prairie Wind Middle School on Thursday, August 6. This is a rare opportunity for East Otter Tail garden enthusiasts, as the regional show is hosted in Perham only about every seven years, according to Donna Gill, Perham Lady Slipper Garden Club.

Hibiscus plants

By Muriel Shand: I live in Minnesota, and have purchased two Hibiscus plants this past summer. I put them in pots that I knew I could take in in the fall. They did very well out side, but when I brought them in, the leaves are turning yellow and droping off. What am I doing wrong?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Muriel,

When bringing Hibsicus plants indoors after time outside, bring them indoors more gradually so the plant can become accustomed to the lower light levels indoors otherwise they shed and yellow their leaves.

Same Case with your plant.

Start by placing the plant in a sheltered spot outdoors, out of direct sun, for a few weeks.

Then move it indoors to the sunniest place you have.

Hibiscus need a place with bright light.

Check water requirements.

Cactus Dahlia

By Sue: This is my first year having a Cactus Dahlia. I live in Ontario Canada, the southwestern region (Kitchener) and I would like to know what I should do for my cactus dahlia for winter care?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sue,

After spent flowers and foliage is dying-back, dahlia tubers can be left in the ground for the winter or dug-up and stored.

If they are left in the ground, they are prone to rot and freezing.

As most tubers survive most winters.

If you dig them, dig them up, and store them in a paper bag or in Ziploc baggies with wood chips or peat to absorb moisture.

Try to keep them in a cool, dark storage area until ready to re-plant them in April.

NL business owner donates $5K in plants to community center

2,000 annual flowers

Alsip Home & Nursery, owned by New Lenox resident Bill Christakes, has donated more than 2,000 annual flower and vegetable plants to the Jones Community Center and Respond Now in Chicago Heights. All of the plants were originally grown at Alsip's new 3-acre production facility in northwest Indiana. The retail value of the donated plants is more than $5,000.

DaFlores Now Offers International Flower Delivery to Europe and Asia

International flower delivery

DaFlores, international flower delivery service to the Americas, has expanded into Asia and Europe. Known for its responsiveness and excellent customer service, the Miami-based company has forged partnerships with flower shops in Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom, Russia, the Ukraine and China.

Celebrate National Friendship Day With 1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R)

Online flower delivery

The world's leading florist and gift shop, is celebrating the beauty of friendship with unique floral and gift sets. Proclaimed by the United States Congress in 1935, "National Friendship Day" is celebrated the first Sunday in August to honor the importance of friends and friendship.(1)

Flower show ready to bloom on Saurday, August 15

Horticulture show

PLANS are well under way for the resurrection of Hawick Flower Show which will be held next month following an absence of 11 years. The event is returning to the local calendar on Saturday, August 15, when townsfolk will be able to enter their flowers, floral art, fruit, vegetables, art, baking, preserves and handicrafts for judging.

Polo Flower show on Saturday, 1st August at Polo town hall

Flowers and Vegetables

"Flowers and Butterflies" is the theme of the Polo Women's Garden Club Second Annual Flower Show on Saturday, Aug. 1 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Polo Town Hall, 117 N. Franklin St., Polo. After a great show and turnout last year, the club members are sponsoring another one with even more to see and do.

First export-oriented floriculture project to start next year

Increasing flower export

The first of its kind technology based pilot project in floriculture will start commissioning in mid 2010, Pakistan Horticulture Development Export Board (PHDEB) said on Tuesday. "The aim is to promote export oriented flowers industry for earning millions of dollars per annum by increasing export to UAE, Saudi Arabia and European Union beside others" chief executive officer PHDEB, Shamoon Sadiq said while talking to Daily Times.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R) Debuts Online Store on Its Facebook Page

world's leading florist

Giving consumers a brand new way to shop, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R) (FLWS), the world's leading florist and gift shop has launched an e-commerce store inside its Facebook(R) Page, where customers can purchase their floral favorites without ever leaving the site. With the debut of a fully-functioning storefront, people can now browse and buy gifts directly through the 1-800-FLOWERS.COM Facebook Page.

Badsey Flower Show is a resounding success

Roses and Sweet peas

BEAUTIFUL blooms and fabulous florals were aplenty at the 107th Badsey Flower Show. Hundreds of people visited the show on Saturday (July 25) which is one of the Vale's biggest events of the summer.

Shrewsbury Flower Show on August 14 and 15

Bees are the buzz

A big surge in public interest in beekeeping is expected to be reflected in a high level of entries for the traditional bees and honey section at Shrewsbury Flower Show next month.

Annual Worcester City Flower Show in Cripplegate Park on 15th August

Not just flowers

GREEN-FINGERED residents, culinary wizards and budding gardeners have less than a week to enter the city's flower show. The annual Worcester City Flower Show starts in Cripplegate Park on Saturday, August 15, but needs more entries to make it an even bigger success than last year, say organisers.

Floriculturists to benefit from loan waiver scheme

Flower Growers Association

State cooperative minister Harshvardhan Patil said here on Friday that farmers with floriculture polyhouses would benefit from the loan-waiver package announced at the cabinet meeting in Nashik recently.

Canadian Horticultural Therapy Association (CHTA) annual conference on 19th September

Growing Garden

The 2009 CHTA conference, "Good for the Soil, Good for the Soul", highlights ways in which horticultural therapy (HT) and therapeutic horticulture (TH) nurture both the earth and ourselves. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about organic gardening techniques and to dig deeply into the connections with nature that make HT and TH programs so effective.

Lou's Florist adds wine to adapt to different era

Floral arrangers

Flowers are just another luxury item that many people are doing without, said Matthew Pacheco, regional director for the Florida State Florists Association. Unlike the big chains, each flower at Lou's is hand selected. Bouquets are assembled to order by floral arrangers. For a small fee, the shop will deliver your wine and roses.

National Rhododendron Gardens Spring Floral Festival from 12th Sep to 18th Oct.

Dandenong's Garden Festival

As part of a plan to rejuvenate the region a new event, Inspiring in Spring - The Dandenong's Garden Festival, will feature some of the finest blooms. Using the romantic hide-aways, enchanted forests of the hills and a wide range of activities, the festival aims to celebrate the region's diversity.

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Cheshire Garden scoops top awards at RHS show for second time

Gold award at Tatton park

A SHOWPIECE Cheshire Garden has won the prestigious Best Show Garden and 'Gold' award at the RHS show at Tatton Park, for the second year running. The International Show Garden: Ness Botanische, designed and constructed by award winning designer and TV presenter Chris Beardshaw and his team, will move on after the RHS show to become a permanent feature at Ness Botanic Gardens.

CFC provides US$1,2m for horticultural projects

Small scale Horticulture in Zimbabwe

The Netherlands-based Common Fund for Commodities has so far made over US$1,2 million available to support mainly small-scale horticultural projects in Zimbabwe, an official last week.

Jasmine growers oppose APMC auction plan

Growing flowers

The growers of the Shankarpura jasmine have opposed the auction plan mooted by the APMC and horticulture department in marketing the famous jasmine flowers. They want the status quo to continue in the marketing system which has been followed by them for over seven decades. The APMC plans to set up a yard in Udupi to auction the flowers grown in Udupi district.

Foreign flowers and shrubs invade native species in Garden State

Native plants

Flowers, shrubs and weeds brought here from foreign shores are pushing out native plants and damaging delicate ecosystems. Of the 1,000 foreign plants that have been introduced to the state, 30 are classified as "widespread" invasive species, including the shrubs multiflora rose and Japa-nese barberry. Another 71 have been identified as "emerging" invasive species. And the rate of new plant introductions continues to rise, Almendinger said.

Brechin Cathedral hosts flower festival

Angus flower festival

FLORAL displays with literary roots are expected to tempt people to an Angus flower festival this weekend. Some 22 displays based on the theme A Library of Flowers can be seen at Brechin Cathedral this weekend.

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Tudor Rose award for best show garden

Largest Garden Show

Nelson landscape designer James Wheatley has made his mark at the world's largest garden show, helping to win a top award and making history in the process. The judges were so impressed that Winchester Growers' Growing Tastes Allotment Garden not only won a gold medal, but was awarded the Tudor Rose award for best show garden.

The Super Floral Show Changes Name to International Floriculture Expo

Seed to Shelf

International Floriculture Expo, will be the only industry-wide event that brings buyers and sellers together and serves all segments of the floriculture process, from Seed to Shelf. Permanently located in Miami Beach, FL.

Flower season comes earlier

Pretty flowers from August

The rain that has fallen in Namaqualand has caught flower tourists by surprise. "Nobody expected the flowers this early this year," said Bernard van Lente, the park head at the Namaqua National Park near Kamieskroon on Wednesday.

Sarkozy-Bruni spend 660 pounds on flowers

Flowers for each other

For France's First Couple, 660 pounds seem to be a meagre amount -- Nicolas Sarkozy and his ladylove Carla Bruni spend the money everyday to buy flowers for each other.

Horticultural Flower Show on 16th & 17th August at Lac du Bonnet Community Centre

Cut flowers

Agassiz Garden Club's annual Horticultural Show is scheduled for August 16 and 17 at Lac du Bonnet Community Centre. It has been a discouraging year for gardening, but if everyone brings a few exhibits, we'll still have a good show.

Cathedral flower festival till 26th July

array of flowers

Portsmouth Cathedral has undergone an explosion of colour as its annual flower festival gets under way. Over the next four days thousands of visitors will get to see a fantastic array of flowers on display.

White stargazer lily

By Jennifer: What is the best day to preserve and mount a white stargazer lily (oriental lily)?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Jennifer,

Be specific in your query. We could not follow. IF it is about the "best way to preserve and mount a white stargazer lily", then i can say that "freezer dry method" is one of the best ones.

Cosmos plants

By Kathy Wojewoda: I have a purple cosmos plant growing outdoors, what can I do to prepare it for winter so that it will re-grow in the spring?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Kathy,

Annuals (cosmos, zinnias, marigolds, etc.) can be planted in the spring and will be in full bloom by June.

After your cosmos have their first flush of blooms, cut them back for another one. Ater the flower are finished, cut them off. Pruning helps to prompt new growth and tidy up the plant. Afterward, fertilize, water and await a whole new crop.

As generous reseeders, you can either save the seed for next year's garden (remove the dried flower heads to get the seeds) or let nature scatter the seeds for you.

When Cosmos plants are 3 to 4 inches tall, transplant them to a bed 1 to 2 feet apart.

Move to get Kashmir's Mughal gardens on WHS list

Gardens of Kashmir

The Floriculture Department and INTACH have submitted the documents-Conservation and Management Plans of Mughal Gardens?to the Archaeological Survey of India, New Delhi, which in turn has forwarded these to the UNESCO. "It would be a big step toward boosting the tourism sector if our proposal is approved by the UNESCO. Heritage lovers across the world have a strong passion to visit the World Heritage Sites," Naqqash told Greater Kashmir.

Change needed for horticulture to survive

Nation's horticulture Industry

Horticulture leaders have launched an industry strategy to double the sector's economic value to $10 billion over the next decade. The strategy was launched at the Horticulture New Zealand annual conference in Christchurch by the organisation's president, Andrew Fenton.

Ron Shorland won Society's Banksian medal at Homington Flower Show

Fruits & Flowers

FANTASTIC flowers and a vast variety of veg were on show at the Coombe Bissett & Homington Flower Show on Saturday. The annual show is affiliated with the Royal Horticultural Society, and one outstanding gardener was presented with the Society's Banksian medal for scoring the most points in all the classes.

Hungary's Indian lotus flower in full bloom

Flower of Buddhism

The Indian lotus of the botanical gardens of Szeged University -- which has the largest pond in Central Europe covered by the exotic plant -- is now in full bloom, head of the botanical facility Julianna Pulics told MTI on Monday. Nelumbo nucifera, the sacred flower of Buddhism, was brought to Szeged in 1932, and soon covered the whole surface of the water.

Benton County Fair open class Flower Show on 23rd & 24th July

Pick your flowers

It is that time again the Benton County Fair open class Flower Show. The show is sponsored by the Vinton and Van Horne Floralia Garden Clubs which are members of the National Garden Clubs, Inc., Central Region, FGCI and District II.

Da Lat flower festival 2009 rescheduled for January 2010

City of Flowers

According to the chief of the Lam Dong People's Committee Office, Vo Ngoc Hiep, the event is being postponed until January 1-4 2001 to become a cultural activity to celebrate the 1000th Thang Long - Hanoi anniversary. The number of days for the third festival will be shortened from five to four days, with a total cost of 15 billion dong, including 5 billion dong from the state budget.

Benton County Fair open class Flower Show on 23rd & 24th July

Pick your flowers

It is that time again the Benton County Fair open class Flower Show. The show is sponsored by the Vinton and Van Horne Floralia Garden Clubs which are members of the National Garden Clubs, Inc., Central Region, FGCI and District II.

1426.59 Hectares Cultivated Expending Rs 618.84 lac under Horticulture Mission

Expansion of Floriculture

An area of 1426.59 hectares of land covering different horticulture crops has been cultivated under National Horticulture Mission launched in the state during 2005-06, stated union minister of state for agriculture K V Thomas in a written reply to Goa member of parliament Shantaram Naik.

Flowers sale have crossed Rs. 2.00 crores

Varieties of flowers

The commercial cultivation of floriculture which started during 2004-05, was further extended during 2008-09, covering an area of 5.0 ha. under green house cultivation. Besides roses, lilium and anthurium and heliconia, some new varieties of flowers were introduced during the current year which are alstroemeria and zantedeschia benefiting about 200 groups of entrepreneurs, according to the annual administrative report of the horticulture department.

Southminster Flower Show hailed a success

Plenty of arena events

HORTICULTURAL fans came out in force to support the Southminster Flower Show. Hundreds of people turned out for the annual event on Saturday to enjoy a number of floral displays in the marquees as well as horticultural items and crafts at the village's King George V playing field.

134th Driffield Show on Wednesday July 22 at Kelleythorpe

Agricultural show

THE annual agricultural extravaganza known as Driffield Show will celebrate its 134th year on Wednesday July 22. Thousands of people from across the UK will flock to the lush and expansive showground at Kelleythorpe to help organisers to celebrate the occasion. The show continues to expand and improve and is proud to be the largest one day agricultural show in the North of England.

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Lilies in the Valley

3,000 people for the event

The 13th annual Daylily & Wine Festival wrapped up Sunday as more than 3,000 people turned out for the two-day event at the Andre Viette Farm & Nursery. Andre Viette humored audiences throughout the weekend with talks on daylilies and perennials.

Akamai helped sell flowers online for 1-800-FLOWERS.COM

Flower arrangements

Akamai Technologies Inc., the Cambridge company specializing in technology that aims to provide speedy and rich Web content delivery, said that it helped deliver an online interactive ecommerce-enabled advertising campaign for 1-800-FLOWERS.COM during the recent Mother's Day holiday.

Salisbury's flower power impresses judges

Won silver awards

JUDGES were impressed by a display of Salisbury's flower power when they toured the city on Wednesday (July 8). The 'City of Flowers' has won silver awards for the last two years in the South & South East in Bloom competition.

Rs 6.18cr funds for horticulture since 2005

National Horticulture Mission

Union minister of state for agriculture K V Thomas has told MP Shantaram Naik in a written reply that Rs 6.18 crore has been given as financial assistance to Goa, from 2005-06 to 2008-09, towards the implementation of the National Horticulture Mission. The mission was launched in the state in 2005-06, he stated.

Flower show tribute to Chinese cocklers from July 22 - 26

Flower competition

THE tragic deaths of 23 Chinese cockle pickers in Morecambe Bay will be remembered in Lancaster City Council's display at this year's RHS Flower Show. The council has teamed up with acclaimed local artist Chas Jacobs to design the display, which will go on show at Tatton Park in the National Flower Bed Competition.

Garden, Nursery & Florist, Announced as the Garden Centers of America® 2009 Garden Center of the Year

Award winning Garden & Florist

Garden Centers of America®, a non-profit national association of independent garden centers, announces that Hillermann Nursery and Florist in Washington, MO, has been named their 2009 Garden Center of the Year. This award, selected by GCA's Board of Directors, is presented annually to a garden center that is devoted to the industry, exhibits strong community involvement, has a superior staff and provides excellent customer service.

Green and pleasant show is a success

Flowers & Fruits

Flowers, fruit, vegetables and handicrafts were under scrutiny in Stanton on Saturday as the village held its annual show. The village hall hosted the day-long event, where entries from competitors aged five upwards were judged.

Fragrant flowers can perfume garden in spine-tingling scents

Lilies are notorious for perfume

Fragrant flowers are much-loved in summer gardens, though many need close nose contact especially if the nose is elderly. But there are other plants with flower perfumes that wash the whole garden for many weeks in a spine-tingling scent bath.

Flower festival at church till 19th July

Weekend festival

UPPER Langwith Flower Festival takes place this weekend at Holy Cross Church based on a theme of 'Past Times'. Holy Cross Church will be open on Friday 17th, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th July, 10am till 5pm.

The Community Hall will also be open from 11am to 5pm. There will be refreshments, stalls etc.

Edithmead flower festival on 18th & 19th July

Flower arrangements

THE little 'Tin Church' at Edithmead is holding its annual fllower festival this Saturday and Sunday. The church is celebrating being on the site for 90 years this year and the theme for the flowers will be anniversaries.

Black Rose flower shop owner Lynne Miller urges Knutsford

Rose florist

A FLOWER shop owner this week urged Knutsford to take advantage of the RHS Show at Tatton Park. Lynne Miller, owner of the Black Rose in King Street, said the town should benefit more from the five-day event. But she believes some of the show's visitors do not even know where Knutsford is.

SYRIFLOR - a breakthrough in Syrian Floriculture

International trade of flowers

It is our aim to improve and strengthen the unity of the floriculture industry. We strive to create an environment for Syrian industry in which it will thrive and prosper as a major contributor to the economy and to the quality of life in Syria.

Beer Flower Festival proves a hit

25 exhibits on show

STUNNING floral exhibits took centre stage in St Michael's Church last weekend for Beer's annual flower festival. Organised by the altar guild, the flower festival, with the theme 'Things of Joy', was held last weekend.

Toowoomba Winter Flower Show on 17th & 19th July

Carnival of flowers

Gardeners are urged to bring their best blooms to the TAFE Horticulture Campus between 9am and 11am on Friday, Saturday and Sunday for judging, with winners receiving a voucher for a special meal at Preston Peak Winery. The Toowoomba Hospice Camellia and Winter Flower Show is on Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 4pm in the Heritage Building Society's Camellia Hall in Lindsay Street.

Bird House auction, flower show is Aug. 2 at 18 Maine St., Kennebunkport.

Flowers & Books

The Graves Memorial Library's biannual Flower Show and Decorated Bird House Auction, to benefit the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2. This fundraiser combines books, flowers, and a great deal of imagination.

Flower Delivery Service Receives Top 5-Star Rating from TopConsumerReviews.com

Flower Delivery services

"We're delighted to receive TopConsumerReviews.com's highest rating," said Vickie, Manager at Internet Florist. "It's reassuring to see that others are aware of our commitment to provide fresh, high quality, flowers and gifts on time and as promised. We're so committed to making sure our clients are happy that we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. We also work hard to provide the latest designs in flower arrangements and a well functioning website that allows customers to easily find exactly what they are looking for."

Rare ghost orchid in bloom at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary

Three blossoms per year

A rare ghost orchid growing on an ancient bald cypress tree at Audubon's Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary near Naples is in bloom for the third consecutive summer, this time with 10 buds that will likely produce blooms visible from the Audubon sanctuary's boardwalk through the end of July and perhaps well into August. Blooms are difficult to see with the naked eye, so binoculars are recommended.

Seed-gathering session planned near Mount Vernon

Various wildflowers

Ozarks Regional Land Trust will hold a seed-gathering session at Woods Prairie near Mount Vernon on Thursday. ORLT president Andy Thomas will lead the session and help identify various wildflowers in the area, according to a news release.

Welwyn Garden City florist in final

Florist competition

Emma Reid who works at WGC's design-led florists, Lambert's Flower Company, won through to the highly prestigious final of the Society of Floristry's Florist of the Year Competition. And Lambert's is celebrating by treating a Welwyn & Hatfield Times reader to one of Emma's bouquets - worth £50.

2nd Philippine International Flora & Fauna Garden Expo at the W TC in Pasay City on 16th July

Species of plants

Unique plants, flowers in full bloom, and beautiful animals will take centerstage this week when the 2nd Philippine International Flora & Fauna Garden Expo (PIFGEX 2009) opens on Thursday at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. The show, which features the theme "Protecting and Sustaining Nature," will be a four-day event and will feature an exhibit, tradeshow, and a conference.

Hampton Court Flower Show opens in London

Over 600 exhibitors at show

The annual Hampton Court Palace Flower Show has opened in London. This year, there's a strong focus on growing your own vegetables, climate change and sustainable gardening. And, series of gardens marks the 500th anniversary of King Henry the 8th's accession to the throne.

Edible day lily flowers popping across Pennsylvania

Blooming flowers

The edible flowers of common day lilies, which taste a bit like onions, have popped open in all their orange glory along roads, in meadows and at field edges all across Pennsylvania.

Business blooms for petal professionals

Colorful Flowers

The colourful blossoms that can be found in Duke Street, Portland Walk and in car parks around the town center, were tendered at Tithe Barn Nursery in Long Lane. Eleanor and Steve Fisher, directors of the nursery, and son Joss, have been providing the flowers in the town center for several years.

Floriculture getting popular among Mizoram farmers

Flower growers

With the floriculture exports from Mizoram on the increase, more and more farmers in the state are gradually taking to flower cultivation. Flower exports of Anthurium from Mizoram to several cities in India and abroad is immensely getting popular.

Flower festival is a great success in the Belgrave Road venue.

Great success

A FLOWER festival at St Peter's Church in Seaford was described as a great success by organisers. It was held from Friday July 3 to Sunday July 5 in the Belgrave Road venue.

First National Flower Festival in Hongcheon-gun from Aug- 27 to Sept - 2.

Mugunghwa Festival

Hongcheon-gun in Gangwon Province will hold the first National Flower Mugunghwa Festival for seven days from Aug. 27 to Sept. 2. The festival is designed to admire the spirit of the great teacher Nam Gung-euk, who demonstrated his love for his country during the Japanese colonial rule with a more passionate soul than anyone else.

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Florist's profession

By Karen: I am writing a research paper on a career for my ethics class. We were told to write about something we were interested in and I thought of a florist. I need to write a code of ethics for the profession and wondered if you have any advise?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Karen,

A Florist is a person between the sender and the reciever. He would be the perfect reflection of the sender's emotions.

His act is the ultimate projection. His act can enhance or spoil the recievers mood. A florist's profession is an important and learned profession. A florist is expected to exhibit high standards of honesty and integrity. His services require impartiality, fairness, and must be dedicated to serving customers in a timely manner. We must perform under a professional standard of behavior and adhere to the highest principles of conduct.

Florists, in their fulfillment of their professional duties, shall:

1. A Florist should hold value to the safety, health and welfare of their customers.

2. A Florist should avoid deceptive acts.

3. A Florist should treat each customer fairly and equally.

4. A Florist should conduct themselves honorably, responsibly, ethically, and lawfully so as to enhance the honor, reputation, and usefulness of the profession.

Flora model farms being established for export oriented flowers industry

Flower industry

Flora model farms are being established in various cities of the country with the support of PHDEB on around 1000 acres land to promote export oriented flowers industry aimed at earning millions of dollars per annum by increasing export to UAE, Saudi Arabia and European Union beside others.

300,000 flowers will blossom in Delhi during Commonwealth Games

Colourful flowers

Colourful and fragrant flowers will make Delhi bloom during the Commonwealth Games next year. Scientists at the Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun are busy developing new species of over 300,000 flowering plants for the games.

Entries for fair flower show till July 15

Getting Back to Nature

The Stargazer Garden Club invites all to enter the Webster County Fair flower show. This year's theme is "Getting Back to Nature." Young and old alike are encouraged to show off their talent. Everyone is welcome to bring in their arrangements and their specimens from their own gardens. Plants that have been growing inside house are also welcome. There will be two Best of Show categories.

Shrewsbury Flower Show on August 14 & 15

Flowers in bloom

SHREWSBURY Flower Show is anticipating an influx of visitors this year as organisers feel numbers will be boosted by people deciding to holiday in the UK. Event organiser Shropshire Horticultural Society says advance ticket sales are well up on last year, and there is already a waiting list of would-be exhibitors.

Roses

By Sanlok: So...white and red roses together meaning welcome home or welcome back?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sanlok,

Yes, White and red rose together shows the meaning of unity for the loved ones.

As you are welcoming back your loved one, you can present a "White and red rose together".

New look for Asia's largest rose garden at Chandigarh

Varieties of flowers

The rose garden is the prime tourist spot for the city and there is need to renovate it. Our new plan focuses on breaking the old-fashioned and stereotype planning through additions of new varieties of exotic flowers, creating a back-up system and landscaping, combined with recreational aspects," Chandigarh Finance Secretary Sanjay Kumar said here Thursday.

Wholesale flower company by Cumbrian farmer's daughter

Local flower supply

Helen Wilson has formed The Flower Bank, a wholesale flower company, which she will run from premises on her father's Bankdale Farm near Wreay, Carlisle. The company will supply florist shops throughout Cumbria and Scotland.

Rs. 1.50 cr being spent to beautify emporium garden

Garden in Srinagar

The government is spending Rs. 1.50 crore on the beautification and renovation of heritage emporium garden of Srinagar. The beautification plan focuses on integrated development of the complex, landscaping of lawns and garden, drainage system, etc.

1300 FLOWERS Offers Same Day Delivery Australia Wide for $10

Flowers and Gifts

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Flower festival set to celebrate county on 11th & 12th July

Flower arrangement

Derbyshire's heritage and personalities will feature in a flower festival at an Alfreton church this weekend. Local firms and industry, famous names from the past, sporting heroes and arts and music will be included in floral displays at the two-day festival at Alfreton Wesley Church in Ellesmere Avenue.

Entries for fair flower show have to be in place by noon on July 15

Webster Country flower show

The Stargazer Garden Club invites all to enter the Webster County Fair flower show. This year's theme is "Getting Back to Nature." Young and old alike are encouraged to show off their talent. Everyone is welcome to bring in their arrangements and their specimens from their own gardens. Plants that have been growing inside house are also welcome. There will be two Best of Show categories.

Celosias plants

By Donald knueven: I have red pink and yellow Celosia plants that come up every year due to just cutting them down in the fall or me taking the seeds off the top of the dried up flower and mixing these in top soil and spreading them around in bare spots.These are supposed to be annuals that you would plant new every year.I have not bought new plants for four years.What am I doing to make these come up every year,which I enjoy,and what else can I do to multiply this annual growth?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Donald,

Celosias though are Annuals, sometimes act as perennials. Celosias thrive very well when exposed to favourable conditions

Here as you are mixing up dried up flower in top soil and spreading them around in bare spots, they are emerging, as the conditions are very much suitable to them.

Celosia are grown from very fine seeds. They can be directly seeded into your flower garden or seeded indoors for transplanting later.

Flower to welcome back

By Dan: I am looking for a flower to welcome back someone...so what flower and what color shouild I buy?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Dan

meaning for Welcome = gladly received

Synonyms: acceptable, accepted, agreeable, appreciated, cherished, congenial, contenting, cordial, delightful, desirable, desired, esteemed, favorable, genial, good, grateful, gratifying, honored, invited, nice, pleasant, pleasing, pleasurable, refreshing, satisfying, sympathetic, wanted

All the words with the above meanings can be taken.

gratitude - Pink Carnation

pleasure - Tuberose

Roses are universal symbol of Love, so you can gift your loved one with Roses.

You can gift your love with Rose, White and Red - Meaning, "We are inseparable, or Roses", Bouquet of Mature Blooms - Meaning Gratitude, 9 Roses - Meaning , We'll be together forever, 12 Roses - Meaning , Be mine.

In my view, Red is the ideal color I think.

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Interest waiver for floriculture farmers

High-tech floriculture

Maharashtra is an important state for floriculture. Presently, 275 hectare in the state is under green house floriculture. Of this 75% is with the small farmers while the rest is held by corporate growers. The state cabinet at its meeting held in Sindhudurg in Ratnagiri district last week announced the interest waiver for 1372 identified small floriculture farmers in the state and banks have been asked to re-schedule their loans.

Esher's Garsons Farm celebrates gold award at flower show

Success at Flower Show

Garsons Farm in Esher is celebrating after it received a Gold award from the RHS judges at this year's Hampton Court Flower Show for the second year running. The winning stand from the farm based in Winterdown Road appeared in the Floral Marquee and featured fruit, vegetables and sunflowers from Garsons Pick-Your-Own Farm.

Russia said potential market for Ethiopian floriculture, horticulture produces

Benefit to both countries

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MoARD) indicated that Russia could be a potential market for Ethiopian floricultural and horticulture produces. A Russian plant produces quality control team has come to Ethiopia.

Bishops Lydeard Flower Show on 18th July

108 classes and new trophies

BISHOPS Lydeard fete and flower show takes place in the village hall at 2pm on Saturday, July 18. There will be stalls and children's entertainment on The Green. The show boasts 108 classes and new trophies for hanging baskets and home made chocolate brownies.

Hightown Flower Show on Saturday, July 18.

Blooms and Crafts

St Stephen's Church in the village will host the Hightown Flower Show on Saturday, July 18. Residents have already been sent schedules for the event. There will be more than 100 classes for adult and children with trophies as well as cash prizes up for grabs.

Flower grows in Fiji Islands

By Josh: I am looking for proof (in writing) that the bird of paradise flower grows in fiji. I have found lots of pictures, but nowhere in writing.

Can you confirm this for me?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Josh,

Castaway islands is the heart and soul of the Fiji Islands.

In this site, its is written that birds of paradise are seen in Fiji Islands in Castaway Islands.

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Yellowing of leaves

By Kuthbuddin gulam hussain: This is a plants picture about 30 years old.what you see is a new branch and it effects the leaves of the plant.as i looked closer i don't see insects both side of the leaves. At the moment I'm see grass nutrient .I'm not using pesticides at the moment?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Hussain,

If you need the Jasmines to grow well, remove the other greener parts, it gets new leaves.

Reasons for yellowing of leaves:-

Over crowding, also cause yellowing of leaves.

Inproper drainage also cause yellowing of leaves

Over watering also cause yellowing of leaves

See that plants aren't sitting in water, overcrowding, improper drainage are the causes, and do not fertilize Jasmines when not in need (when actively growing)

I hope this will solve your problem.

Horticulture center to host public field day at Kansas State Research Center on July 25

45 varieties of sunflowers

The Kansas State Research and Extension Horticulture Center is hosting a field day to educate the public on various aspects of nature. Attendees can talk with experts about recommended plants in the form of vegetables, grass and flowers.

Flower power raises cash for Boston Stump

5,000 people for flower festival

MORE than £23,500 has been raised for the restoration of the Boston Stump in a special event to mark the church's 700th year. In excess of 5,000 people from all over the country and abroad visited the church during its Flower Festival.

College wins gold medal at RHS Hampton Court show

Sixth medal for the college

PERSHORE College has won a prestigious gold medal at one of the country's top flower shows. The college took the Best Exhibit in the Plant Heritage Marquee award at the RHS Hampton Court show. It is the sixth medal for the college this summer, following its success at the Malvern Spring Show, where it won three medals, as well as Gardeners World Live and the Chelsea Flower Show.

Flower show at the Ile Youth and Community Centre on 2nd August

Flowers & Fruits

The Ilminster Flower, Fruit, Vegetable and Craft Show is at the Ile Youth and Community Centre in Frog Lane on Saturday, August 2. It will be open to the public at 2.30pm, and light refreshments will be served by Ilminster WI throughout the afternoon with a raffle and auction after the awards at about 4.30pm.

Local garden club's 50th anniversary flower show from July 9th - 11th

Out of This World

The Tri-Cities Garden Club will be reaching new frontiers this year with their annual flower show. The show's theme this year is "Out of This World." It will take place Thursday through Saturday at Spring Lake District Library, 123 E. Exchange St.

Morning glory

By Kass: It is fall in Minnesota. How do I prepare my morning glory's for winter?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Kass,

Morning glory is an annual and would not survive winter.

Cut down all the dead Morning glory vines before winter to make room for the new ones in the Spring.

Angerl wing begonia

By Volindah Costabell: I was given an angerl wing begonia which belonged to my late grandmother and then my aunt. My aunt told me it would grow and bloom, etc. Well, one of the stems came off. We have had the plant for two years. It has gotten leggy but no new shoots or blooms. I really want to make this plant thrive. What do I do?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Volindah Costabell,

We can propagate angel wing begonias from stem cuttings in the spring.

You can plant the cuttings in the ground but Cuttings should have at least 4 leaf joints, two of which will be planted under ground.

You can very well plant the broken stem into a pot.

Pruning the tips is essential during the growing season.

Fertilize with a slow release product for best blooms.

Florida florist receives Florida Master Designer Certification

Bloom Flowers & Gifts

Mary Lou Mack of In Bloom Flowers & Gifts in Fort Myers was awarded the prestigious designation of Florida State Master Designer at the recent Florida State Florists' Association 88th Annual Convention held in St. Petersburg June 5-7. Candidates achieve this certification by successfully demonstrating their floral knowledge and design abilities before an accredited panel of evaluators.

Government constructing 40 mln birr horticultural training centers

Modern green house

The Ethiopian Horticulture Development Agency announced that the government is constructing practical horticulture training centers so as to produce skilled man power needed in the sector. Agency Director General, Hailesilasie Tekae, told WIC that the government is constructing the practical training centers with 40 million birr budget.

Silver medal at the Hampton Court Flower Show

Garden design

THIS is the garden design which won Southend Council a silver medal at the Hampton Court Flower Show. The theme of the garden is Pastures Bye, inspired by the history of coastal grazing along the shoreline and estuaries of south Essex.

Plucking a flower will cost you Dh500

Picking flowers

Dubai: Damaging and picking flowers in public places without permission is a violation of the law that can set you back by hundreds of dirhams, warned a senior official of the Dubai Municipality.

Da Lat Flower Festival to be held in 2010

1000th anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi

The Lam Dong provincial People's Committee has decided to reschedule the Da Lat Flower Festival from 2009 to 2010 to coordinate with the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long-Hanoi. The event, previously scheduled for December 19-23, 2009, will be held from January 1-4, 2010.

Flower festival at Lyde Arundel from July 17-19

50 Floral displays

FLOWER arrangers from Ledbury and Bromyard will receive a visit from HRH Princess Alexandra when they take part in a flower festival being held by St Michael's Hospice. The Bromyard Floral Art Club and Ledbury and District Floral Art Club are joining in with the hospice's "A Cornucopia of Silver" flower festival, which is taking place at Lyde Arundel, near Hereford, from Friday to Sunday, July 17-19.

Flowers for Wedding

By Ashley: My friend is getting married and she is doing a beachy theme wedding. We are trying to start looking for flowers but we have no idea where to start and we want something that sticks with the beach theme. Her wedding colors are pool (aqua color), sand and possibly white. I did find a picture of a sand lily online but I was hoping that you could point us in the direction of some other choices we might have so we kind of know what we are looking for when we walk into the flower shop?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Ashley,

A Beach Theme puts everybody in a tropical mood. So, using tropical flowers enhances the surrounding mood.

You can decorate with orange, pink and green flowers. String tiny lanterns across the ceiling and use brightly colored flowers in vases for the centerpieces. Play some Hawaiian music which may enthrall everyone.

ASF okays Rs42.66m for 114 agribusiness projects

Floriculture farms

Grants provided to SMEs included support for setting up of Cold Storage Units, Establishment of Model Floriculture Farms, Acquisition of ISO & BRC certifications, Training Programs on a variety of courses ranging from dairy farm management, mushrooms cultivation to tissue culture lab technology & nursery management, development of Lead Auditor Course on Halal Food.

San Francisco State's Corpse Flower Finally Blooms

1st time in 14years

Fireworks weren't the only things busting open on the 4th of July. SF State University's resident corpse flower burst into bloom for the first time in 14 years with a pungent, patriotic display.

Floriculture getting popular among Mizoram farmers

Increase in flower cultivation

With the floriculture exports from Mizoram on the increase, more and more farmers in the state are gradually taking to flower cultivation. Flower exports of Anthurium from Mizoram to several cities in India and abroad is immensely getting popular.

Australian Government supporting flower producers in Solomon Islands

Floral Art Display

The Inaugural Solomon Islands Independence Day Floral Art Display was opened Sunday, and highlighted not only the magnificent flowers that blossom in the Solomons, but also the growing skills of the country's floral art designers. The competition was part of an Australian Government project that is supporting flower producers in Solomon Islands to develop their industry.

Henry VIII's gardens to open at Hampton Court flower show

Full of Plants & Flowers

The six gardens of Henry VIII, one of the more dramatic features of the Hampton Court Palace flower show, which opens tomorrow, should really have contained one plot full of dead plants, two which have been removed to give more fertile plants a chance, two with all the heads cut off, and only one blooming and healthy.

Westmeston & Streat Flower Show on 29th August

Annual Flower Show

Westmeston & Streat Annual Flower Show will be held on Saturday 29th August. The show will be held at Westmeston Parish Hall opening at 2pm. This year the side shows will includ, a Raffle, Spin the Wheel, a Treasure Hunt of Westmeston & Streat, Skittles, there will also be stalls selling local crafts.

Gerberas and Lilies for the occassion

By Ashley: I am a freelance event planner, however I also occasionally help clients with design and decor. I have a client who is having a bat mitzvah for her son in June and wants to use a tall flower. She doesn't want a large arrangement, just a pilsner vase with something either internal or slightly protruding from the top. What can you suggest in terms of affordable price and something in season?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Ashley,

You can have Gerberas and Lilies for the occassion. They are tall and can be put in a vase little protruding outsdie.

If the occassion is a special one, then a little more or less price, should not matter.

Moon flowers

By Virginia: A friend gave me two moon flower pods. I was embarassed to ask her, do I open the pods before putting them in dirt?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Virginia

Moon flowers seedpods should turn papery brown and become hard. Mature Moon flower seed pods have to be opened for the seeds. They should be soaked overnight in water before planting them in the soil.

Teleflora Florists and Volunteers Work Together to deliver bouquets

Bouquets for the people

Teleflora, the world's leading flower wire service, offering only hand-arranged, hand-delivered floral arrangements, announced today its plans for the 2009 Make Someone Smile(R) Week program, the floral industry's leading benevolent project. Thousands of Teleflora member florists and community volunteers will help to deliver bouquets in the company's keepsake Be Happy(R) Mugs to those most in need of a smile - such as hospital patients, senior citizens living in nursing homes and assisted living homes and recipients of Meals-on-Wheels programs. This year's program will run from Sunday, July 19 through Saturday, July 25.

1300 Flowers Develops Direct Florist Network

Fresh flower delivery

In order to arrange the delivery of the freshest flowers at great value, 1300 Flowers is building a network of direct florists across the country from capital cities to regional centres. This direct network is planned for completion by the end of July 2009 and is projected to cover over 90% of their entire flower deliveries. A significant benefit of this direct network is the support of local Australian florists which in turn supports Australian growers.

Kenya flower earnings fall 19.5% in Q1 2009

Kenyan flowers in European mkts

Kenya's vital flower exports fell 19.5 percent to 10.7 billion shillings in the first quarter of this year from 13.3 billion in the year ago period, the Kenya Flower Council chief said on Friday.

Kenya offers flower growing tech to Pakistan

Trading Partners

Kenya has offered the transfer of flower growing technology to Pakistan to enable the country to export flowers and earn precious foreign exchange. The Minister expressed that Kenya and Pakistan are trading partners and both should see maximum opportunities to explore potential trade.

Garden & Floral Expo Celebrating 10th Anniversary

Canada's largest horticultural

Garden & Floral Expo will be celebrating its 10th anniversary at this year's edition of the show, which will be held October 20-21 at the Toronto Congress Centre. Each year, the Garden & Floral Expo attracts more than 3,400 industry professionals - retailers, growers, garden centre owners, florists, gift and mass merchants from Canada's largest horticultural marketplace. Over 87% percent of 2008 exhibitors agree that they met or exceeded their marketing objectives.

Pansies

By Janie: Will pansies grow within pots?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Janie

Yes, Pansies can be grown in pots.

Blue Flowers

By Sw: I want some flowers that are reallyblue for the sun?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sw,

Some blue flowers are Morning glories, Violets, Hydrangeas, Clematis, Salvias, Blueberries,

Globe Onion (Allium), Blue Oat Grass (Helictotrichon semp.), Blue Star Creeper (Laurentia fluviatilis), Bellflower (Campanula), Delphiniums, Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium caeruleum)

Lobelia (Lobelias), Monkshood (Aconitum), 'Nikko Blue' Hydrangea (macrophylla type) are some of the blue colored flowers.

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Dutch flowers tracked on web site

Flower designs

The garden created by Dutch designers Piet Oudolf and Jacqueline van der Kloet is a naturalistic, 4-season garden, according to the Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Center/North America. The web site is a teaching tool with how-to sections detailing the designers' innovative planting techniques and their flower designs. New images are added about every two weeks.

Visit San Francisco State's corpse flower

Titan Arum is due to bloom

SF State's giant corpse flower which is due to bloom in the next few days. Check this web page for status updates and public viewing hours over the weekend. The corpse flower, or Titan Arum, is famous for its death-like stench and its huge central flower structure.

Neha International engaged in the business of floriculture

Alliance Flowers

The company is engaged in the business of floriculture which mainly includes growing and export of cut flowers. The recent acquisition of Globeagro Holdings, a wholly-owned Mauritius-based subsidiary, has brought three floriculture companies in Ethiopia, namely, Holetta Roses, Alliance Flowers and Oromia Wonders, under the company's fold and enabled it to emerge as a world class floriculture company.

Bauchi to Grow Flowers in Water Satchets

Flowers grown in polythene

The Bauchi State Environmental Protection Agency (BASEPA) will soon use packaged water polythene to grow flowers and other plants in nurseries.Dr Dije Bala, the Chairman of the agency, who stated this in Bauchi on Wednesday in an interview, said the agency would design a method of collecting the sachets and sending them to various plant nurseries for incubation of plants.

Wild flower walk to be held on July 8th

Five-mile trail

AN EVENING walk focusing on the identification of wild flowers around Stroud will take place on Wednesday, July 8 between 5.30pm and 8pm. Participants on the five-mile trail, organised by Stroud Valleys Project, will start on the corner of Summer Street and Bisley Old Road and follow a circular route up to Rodborough Common.

Thrumpton Flower Festival on 4th & 5th July

Flowers & Music

Visit the attractive 14th century church with its flower displays. This year's theme is "Music". Some of the gardens in the village are open to the public just for this weekend. On both days there are ploughman's lunches, a Village Hall bar and teas. On SAT only - stalls, live music and some games.

Passion flower

By Dan: Can Passion flower be grown year round indoors or do they need a dormant period to rest ? will either way effect the fruit and flowering of the next season?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Dan,

Passion flower is a outdoor plant as well as an indoor plant.

Young plants are usually kept indoors until the following Spring, and then put outdoors.

Passion flowers make excellent container grown plants in the home, but keep them in bright light, ever full sun.

With the on coming of hot summer heat, the plant does not thrive, but it will survive but the growth seems to go dormant

Purple passion fruits are self pollinating but we do not have much knowledge regarding the fruit.

Daisies

By Guest: Do daisys have to be cut back in the spring?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest,

Cutting daisies back to the ground is not a good idea unless it is very early spring.

That is Once you've had a few hard frosts or the leaves on the trees start to change colours, you can be sure the perennials are ready to go dormant. Then at that time we can cut perennials back in late September.

So, you can cut them only in late fall or early spring.

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Florist's competition winner

Bouquet of flowers

DOROTHY Marchant Florists certainly know how to say it with flowers and recently ran a competition where the lucky winner, Wendy Gorham, won a bouquet of flowers every month for a year. Claire Paine, manager of the Western Road florists said they'd had a good response to the competition, which they ran for a month, and that it was organised to "create a good atmosphere in the shop."

300,000 flowers will blossom in Delhi during Commonwealth Games

Special species of flowers

Colourful and fragrant flowers will make Delhi bloom during the Commonwealth Games next year. Scientists at the Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun are busy developing new species of over 300,000 flowering plants for the games.

Formby Horticultural Society, annual Summer Flower Show on July 11

Crafts and Floral art

The Formby Horticultural Society is calling on green-fingered adults and youngsters to take part in its annual event. There will be a host of competitions in flowers, crafts and floral art as well as a front and back garden competition. It will take place at St Jerome's Church in Greenloons Drive, on Saturday, July 11.

Standard flower show on July 23 at Fly Arts Center

Floral arrangements

The Volunteer Garden Club is hosting a standard flower show from 1 to 5 p.m. July 23 at the Fly Arts Center, 204 South Main St. The show is free and open to the public. This year's theme is "From These Roots."

Bird of Paradise

By Diane: When does the bird of paradise bloom?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Diane,

Bird of Paradise blooms in Spring.

Bird of Paradise blooms best when clumps are crowded, and the soil is watered deeply and frequently.

It needs 3-5 years for the plant to begin blooming.

Transplanting Iris

By Sondra stout: I am transplanting my iris i have about 100 bulbs

We moved into a home recently and the old owner planted these beautys in full sun Can i plant these now for spring? I have a spot along a fence that gets partial sun but mostly shaded will it be a good spot? the soil is dark black relly good?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sondra,

The best time to plant or transplant Iris is right after they have finished flowering or during the fall and winter.

Iris needs Full sun to partial shade

Iris prefer sun but will tolerate partial sun, (no more than 2 hours of shade per day).

Irises in shade may grow a bit stragglier, but flower just fine. But it can be planted but not recommended.

Liquidity Crunch Hits Flower Exports

Quality flowers

The $17.5 million project introduced in 2008 would help cultivate 50-200 hectares of flowers to boost the crop's export receipts to Rwf323 million in 2009 from Rwf14 million registered in 2008. Muvara said flower prices on the international market have declined by 15 percent.

Leading Horticulturist Says Replace America's National Flower

Replace Sunflower with Rose

As we approach the July 4th Independence Day Holiday, one of the nation's best known horticulturists recommends replacing the rose as America's national flower with the sunflower. The reasons, according to George Ball, chairman, W. Atlee Burpee & Co., the nation's leading home gardening company, based here in Bucks County, are obvious, and for patriotic reasons the sunflower should be elevated to America's top flower.

Evolution of columbine flowers

Change in colors

In the Proceedings of the National Academies of Sciences, two researchers document their studies of the evolution of columbine flowers in North America. They studied red columbines pollinated by hummingbirds, and white or yellow columbines pollinated by hawkmoths. They believe that a color shift from red to white or yellow has happened five times in North America.

Corpse flower expected to bloom soon in Sanfrancisco

Titan Arum

The Titan Arum, found in the wild in Indonesian rainforests, can reportedly grown up to 12 feet tall. It only blooms over a 24- to 48-hour period, and the pungent smell has been compared to that of a decaying mammal.

Flower festival at Heage Windmill on Saturday

Floral display

Heage Windmill was awash with colour for the village's flower festival on Saturday. Volunteers worked on displays that were put on each floor of the windmill for visitors to enjoy as they toured the structure.

Flower Show at Solsberry on July 3

First garden show

A Solsberry native has gardening in her genes. Janice Bean spends most of her time outside on her 17.5 acres of ground tending to perennial gardens. The show is planned from 10 a.m. - dark on July 3. Prices will vary from $5 to $15 per perennial depending on the size.

Freesias

By John: I am a student and i live in a departement.in my balcony i have pots with plants and i am wondering which flowers are ideal for a small space.i plant freesias and i am looking forward to see them bloom..could you please tell what flowers fits the most in this situation?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear John,

Freesias can be grown for as a potted plants for fragrance and beauty.

Freesias can be planted in the spring when the soil warms up. You can dig up the corms after the foliage turn brown and dies back. Store in a cool, dry place until the following spring.

If you are growing freesia indoors (greenhouse) you can plant them now in pots and enjoy flowers 10-12 weeks later.

There can be whole range of plants for a small balcony. Here are a few

Annuals like geraniums, impatiens, zinnias, marigolds, petunias and pansies can be preferred.

Orchid finishes flowering

By Mrs Beattie: My [white]orchid has finished flowering now,so i'm wondering if it will bloom again, or shall i just have to dispose of it?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Beattle,

If the white Orchid finishes floweirng, then the cut off flowering stem about an inch from the base, or as close to the base you can easily get to.

This is for health of the plant and to encourage it to bloom well again, the following season.

Kolkata's botanical garden renamed

Largest Garden

The 222-year-old Indian Botanical Garden has been renamed Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Botanical Garden. The one of its kind garden at Shibpur in neighbouring Howrah district was named after legendary Indian scientist Jagadish Chandra Bose by Minister of State for Environment and Forests Jairam Ramesh.

Floriculture becoming popular in Bangladesh

Beautiful flower-bedecked fields

SEVERAL thousand rural people in Bangladesh are now living on flower cultivation which has proved to be a profitable business. The beautiful flower-bedecked fields lying on both sides of the road catch the eyes of the passersby if anyone goes to Benapole by road.

Pennsylvania Horticultural Society President to Step Down Next Year

Three decades as a President

Jane Pepper, who raised the stature of the Philadelphia Flower Show to international status, will retire next year after almost three decades as president of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.

ARS Sunflower Research Boosted by New State-of-the-Art Equipment

Non-oil sunflower seed

New, high-yielding sunflower germplasm that gives this important oilseed crop resistance to insects and two fungal pathogens could result from a research effort by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists in Fargo, N.D.

14th Lotus Festival of the Old Summer from July 1 to August 31

Lotus bloom

The 88 red stars lay out on the South Gate lawn. The 14th Lotus Festival of the Old Summer Palace starts July 1 and runs until August 31. Lotuses are in full bloom again at the Old Summer Palace. They fill the ponds. They line the paths: bright pink and yellow blossoms amidst a sea of round green leaves.

Hampton Court Palace Flower Show from July 7-12

Garden show

Billingshurst-based garden designer Chris Burns, a multiple sclerosis sufferer, has created a senses garden for the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show (July 7-12) with less able people in mind. Three charities will be promoted on the stand - the MS Society, the Royal National Institute for the Blind and the National Blind Children's Society.

Poinsettia plant

By Karen: Hi, I have a POINSETTIA that I have been growing for almost a year now. I have done Everything to take care of the plant and it looked healthy with strong stems and leaves, but a week ago the plant went really sad and the leaves started curling and drooping. I live in London, England and it's a little cold now, but I put the plant in the sun in the morning, try to keep it out of the light at night and keep it moist. Am I doing something wrong or missing a step? Please help, as I would like to see the plant look nice for Christmas?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Karen,

Drooping and curling leaves on the poinsettia plant has been observed when the plant gets too dry. That is becasuse when the plants gets exposed to cold temperatures (as it is in your case).

So, therefore it is essential that the plant is protected from drying out.

Keeping the poinsettia evenly moist is your best one.

White gingers

By Lautrell: I am growing white gingers in my yard. I live in Alabama and I need to know, is it necessary to cut back the top growth and cover my plants in the winter? A friend of mine wants a root for edible purposes, can this root be eaten?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Lautrell,

Hedychium gardnerianum is whihte ginger lily.

It can be eaten.

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Nonstop Blossoming

Hibiscuses are grown with pride and sought out by gardeners, especially Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, the Chinese hibiscus, commonly sold by florists. Its shiny leaves and habit of nonstop blossoming make it a top contender for a showy indoor plant in a container, for it is not hardy.

Local Fine Florist in Southbury

Award-winning floral design

Lori Friedlander, Proprietor of Flore, a fine florist in Southbury, CT, announced that her award-winning floral design shop has been nominated as a finalist in the 2009 Retailer Excellence Awards. Introduced in 1951, The Retailer Excellence Awards are the oldest, and among the most prestigious in the industry, recognizing excellence in both retailing and individual achievements.

Rare Corpse Flower Blooming At San Francisco State

Massive flower

The world-famous scent of rotting death will be in full bloom at a San Francisco university greenhouse beginning Saturday. San Francisco State University will have a specimen of the Titan Arum, or corpse flower, on public display Sunday and Monday afternoon.

Haymeadows are in glorious full bloom

Hundreds of flowers

THE ancient haymeadows in Northumberland National Park are in glorious full bloom now. Meadows with hundreds of flowers can be enjoyed in the Upper Coquet Valley, in the North Tyne Valley and at Greenlee Lough National Nature Reserve north of Hadrian's Wall.

Sparta GFWC to host flower show on 11th July

Beautiful Flowers

Show off those gardening skills and that proverbial green thumb at the July 11 Flower Show at White County Agriculture Complex. Members of Sparta-General Federation Woman's Club will be sponsoring their first Flower Show. Margie Stevens, who astounds her many friends and neighbors with her array of flowers, said this event holds a special place in her heart.

Da Lat Flower Festival to be held in December

1000th anniversary celebration

A big flower festival will be held from December 18 to 23 in Da Lat, Lam Dong Central Highlands province. The flower festival is one of the national events to welcome the 1000th anniversary celebration of Thang Long Hanoi. The Xuan Huong river will be the central point of the flower festival which will be surrounded by flower streets and flower towers. A flower parade will also take place around the river.

Vibrant jasmine plant

By Lisa yetman: How do i use a vibrant jasmine plant to make more for transplanting. we live in spring hill Florida. Ty in advance?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Lisa,

Cestrum nocturnum is the Night Blooming Jasmine Florida has warm and excellent climate through out the year.

Jasmines grow very well there.

I think they can transplanted anytime of the year but best to do in early spring.

Variety of Roses

By Susan G. de Leon: What rose varieties are suited for growing in a tropical country like the Philippines?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Susan,

Roses are suited very well for the tropical and sub-tropical places.

French and Dutch variety of Roses are grown in Phillipines.

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Flower festival in Caerphilly on 27 & 28 June

Floral displays and Exhibitions

THIS weekend Caerphilly will be in bloom as the annual flower festival takes place. The fourth annual Flower Festival is held in the town centre on Saturday June 27 and Sunday June 28.

Falmouth florist wins amateur award

Arranging flowers

A budding Falmouth florist has been named UK amateur flower designer of the year. Mother of two Joanne Cooper, a former part-time police officer, was selected by a panel from discount store Aldi among hundreds of entries to add a new bouquet to their online floral range with her design Tequila Sunrise.

Rose prices up by 30%

Decrease in Rose production

With the rose cultivation in Pushkar hitting an all-time low, for the flower vendors, exporters and dealers, the current scenario is anything but rosy. The decrease in production has affected the market price of roses. "The cost of roses have increased from Rs 15.50/ kg to Rs 25/ kg in the last two weeks," Avinash Pandey, owner of a flower export firm said.

Visit SF State's blooming corpse flower

Flower on an unpredictable schedule

The public is invited to view - and smell - SF State's giant corpse flower this Sunday and Monday. The corpse flower, or Titan Arum, is famous for its death-like stench and its huge central flower structure. The plants, which grow in the wild only in Indonesian rainforests, flower on an unpredictable schedule, once enough energy has been accumulated, and is in bloom for only 24 to 48 hours.

Gift and Flower Sites See Strong Growth in May

Flowers and Gifts

The Flowers/Gifts/Greetings category saw a 16-percent growth to 36 million visitors in May, with American Greetings as the top site for the group, having 12.4 million visitors. ProFlowers.com came in second, after experiencing a massive growth of 255 percent from the previous month, rising to 5.6 million visitors.

Garden tour, flower show Saturday (27th June) in Huron

Red and White bloom

Huron is blooming in red, white and blue as the city and township celebrate their bicentennial. The public is invited to take in the scenery Saturday with a garden tour and a flower show. The Red, Whiteand Bloomin' Garden Tour, which benefits the Huron Historical Society, is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with five stops.

Flower City Music Festival on July 2 at the Rose Theatre's Garden Square

Garden Flowers

Music will be flowing morning, noon and night this summer in downtown Brampton, when the inaugural season of the Flower City Music Festival kicks off on July 2 at the Rose Theatre's Garden Square.

Binghamton University showing off Corpse Flower

Amorphophallus titanum

It's a smell that can only be described as one of the worst you've ever sniffed, but boy can it draw crowd. Following a rare bloom of the Amorphophallus titanum, or Corpse Flower, at the Huntington Gardens in California, Binghamton University is now showing off its own floral giant.

Corpse Flowers get their name from a powerful, fetid stench they emit after blooming.

Retired florist threatened with court for planting flowers

Planted flowers

Jayne Bailey, a retired florist, gave the concrete island on her housing estate a makeover as the cobble-stones were coming loose and she thought they were dangerous.

Rochester Flower Shop Closing for Good

Flower bouquets

After arranging flower bouquets, plants and corsages for more than three decades, Arc Floral in Rochester announced its Mt. Hope Avenue shop will close at the end of the month. The Arc of Monroe County operates the shop and provides assistance to people with developmental disabilities.

Eloy business owner Pat Owens keeping things local

Flower Shop

Pat Owens has owned Janet's Flower Shop for roughly 35 years in Eloy. Pat bought the flower shop from Mildred Turner and while keeping the original name, she has made Janet's Flower Shop her own. She specializes in any occasion, arrangement, and ceremony that require flowers to brighten up the day. Being the owner since 1970, Pat Owens has seen Eloy's ups and downs, and is hopeful the city will be thriving once again.

Cathedral Flower Festival from June 26-29

Cathedral garden

The Cathedral Flower Festival will run from this Friday (June 26) to this Monday (June 29) from 10am until 7.30pm daily. Refreshments will be available during opening hours in the Cathedral Social Centre and the Cathedral's newly restored Victorian pipe organ will provide a suitable musical accompaniment for the occasion.

Award winning gardens on display in Lewes on 27 & 28 June

Garden show

AWARD winning gardeners in Lewes will be opening their gardens to the public this weekend (June 27 and 28). A total of 11 Lewes and District Garden Society members will be taking part in the event. The group has won two medals at the Chelsea Flower Show and has been a regular exhibitor at the prestigious event.

Flower show on 27th & 28th June in marquees

National flower competition

Popular town singers provided musical entertainment, groups put on shows, a skate demonstration was held and flowers were displayed in marquees. Weston Town Council was so pleased with the show that it hopes to stage a similar event next year.

Orchid Lovers, Rejoice! New Flores Flower Found

Dendrobium floresianum

A previously unknown orchid had been identified on Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara following three years of work to establish that it was a new discovery, the state-run Indonesian Institute of Sciences said on Monday.

Stinky flower collapsed on Monday

Son of Stinky

The giant, stinking flower that drew national attention to the Huntington Library, Art Galleries and Botanical Gardens collapsed Monday morning. The corpse flower, or Amorphophallus titanum, started blooming last week at the Huntington's tropical conservatory. Botanists and spectators patiently waited for more than two weeks for the petal-like outer spathe to start unraveling and unleashing its stench.

Stump flower festival attracts thousands

700th anniversary celebrations

MORE than 5,000 visitors marvelled at Boston Stump's flower festival. Over the last few days St Botolphs has been full of brightly-coloured arrangements, both large and small, and one even incorporating a tractor. The displays were all part of the church's 700th anniversary celebrations.

New Web Site Makes Ordering Flowers From Flowers By Barbara Easy

Fresh Flowers

Flowers by Barbara in Thousand Oaks, CA is pleased to introduce its completely redesigned Web site. The new site offers beautiful new photographs of fresh flowers and (http://www.flowersbybarbarainc.com) floral arrangements for all occasions. The site's improved navigation also helps visitors find flowers by color, price and occasion. Visitors to the Web site can order arrangements online or place orders by phone.

Greens urge boycott of Kenya flowers

world's top flower exporters

Green campaigners in Kenya, one of the world's top flower exporters, called Tuesday for a boycott of flowers from some 30 farms contributing to the degradation of Lake Naivasha. The executive director of the Indigenous bio-diversity environmental conservation association (IBECA), James Kahora, said his group would travel to Europe to promote the "Save Lake Naivasha" campaign.

Newport Flower Show will bloom with flower experts from 26-28 June

Rose gardens

Hitomi Gilliam, an internationally acclaimed floral designer and author, and David Howard, former gardener for Prince Charles at Highgrove, will be the featured speakers during the Newport Flower Show this weekend. The event is scheduled to open Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Rosecliff, and will run through Sunday with a full schedule of speakers.

Flower show at Downton in this Weekend

Horticultural Society Show

DOWNTON was blooming at the weekend when the popular Summer Horticultural Society Show took place. About 35 exhibitors from all over Wiltshire, Hampshire and Dorset took part in the highly contested - and very fragrant - floral and handicraft competitions.

Pansies in the ground

By Anne: I just put pansies in the ground and I noticed that something is eating them! Is there something non-toxic that I can put on them to prevent them from being dinner? Also, squirrels are eating my hibiscus- I have caught them in the act! Can I put something on it to keep them off?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Anne

What are the symptoms you can see on the pansies. It is very difficult to diagnose the pansy problems.

But the remedies are almost similar.

Look at this site for further info

http://www.gpnmag.com/Diagnosing-Common-Pansy-Problems-article80

You can use the oil of mustard with extracts of chili and lemon mixed in, which has a very strong, lemony smell that squirrels, dogs and other critters do not like.

Spray on and around the pots, but not on Hibiscus plants.

Spring Flowering bulbs

By Kelly: What do hyacinth, crocus, grape hyacinth and tulip bulbs/tubers/corms look like? I dug up my flower bed and now I don't know one from the other. How deep do each one get planted?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Kelly,

Hyacinth, Grape Hyacinth, Tulips are Spring Flowering bulbs.

Hyacinth, Grape Hyacinth, Tulips are true bulbs but Crocus is a corm.

Planting depth of the bulbs are:

Hyacinth - 6 inches deep

Grape Hyacinth - 6 inches deep

Tulips - 6 inches deep or more

Crocus - 6-8 cm deep

5,700 hectares in Iran are currently under flower cultivation

Cut flowers

Iran ranks 17th among countries producing flowers around the globe and yet in the field of flower export, it has not achieved the high status it deserves. Nearly 5,700 hectares in Iran are currently under flower cultivation, 2,900 hectares of which are greenhouses and the rest open areas.

New Web Site Streamlines Online Ordering from the Flower & Gift Shoppe

Floral arrangements by occasion

PC Flowers, a (http://pcflowers.net) local florist in Wilmington, DE is pleased to announce its newly redesigned Web site. The new Web site is located at http://www.pcflowers.net, and features a newly redesigned user interface, beautiful full-color photos of floral arrangements, and easy navigation to help Web site visitors find floral arrangements by occasion, price or color.

2nd largest flower farm in Ethiopia inaugurated

Surya Blossoms

The second largest flower farm around Woliso town of Oromia State, which is owned by an Indian business company, Surya Blossoms, was officially inaugurated on Sunday. The farm, which is a sister company of Karuturi Global Company, has already started exporting its products.

Hampton Court Flower Show from July 7 - 12

Week-long garden party

That great fixture in the high-summer calendar, Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, takes place from July 7 until Sunday July 12. This year, The Daily Telegraph is sponsoring a debate, discussion and talks theatre.

Flower Festival kicks off Wednesday at Ryon Park

Fantastic festival

The 57th annual Flower Festival opens Wednesday and runs through Sunday at Ryon Park, highlighted by the festival parade Saturday morning, the midway carnival, and the Flower Show on Saturday and Sunday, June 28 at the Anderson Recreation Center, 125 W. Walnut Ave. "I'm hoping for a fantastic festival, in spite of everything," said association President Sue Beltran. "I hope everybody supports us."

Nativity of the flowers

By Danielle Warren: Can you please tell me where the followig flowers are grown?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Danielle,

The flowers grown or nativity of the flowers is :

Tulips - Netherlands

Roses - Asia and South East Asia

Alostoemeria - South America

Freesia - Africa

Lisianthus - Southern United States, Mexico, Caribbean and northern South America.

Brunia - Africa

Gypsophila - Central and Eastern Europe.

Gerbera - Madagascar, tropical Asia and South America

Anigozanthos - Australia

Magnolia Tree

By Shirley Ritchey: My magnolia tree is not growing like I think it should be. I bought it about 3 months ago and planted it according to directions. It has large brittle tan spots on most of the leaves and is not growing at all. Can you help?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Shirley,

Make sure the soil is acid. If not then forget it.

These plants are too expensive to take a chance with.

Leaf spots are caused by fungi or bacteria.

Reasons may be like:-

Overwatering. (do not overwater).

More watering helps develop fungus or bacteria.

Pour the water from below the lower leaves.

Four-day flower festival in saints church from June 25-28

Enjoy the display

All Saints Church will be decked out with floral displays during a four-day flower festival. "Celebrations" will be officially opened by Lady Shaw at a cheese and wine evening at 7.30pm on Thursday June 25 and the church will be open all day till Sunday (June 26-28) for people to enjoy the display and other activities which are being organised.

Parish flower festival from July 3-5

Carlisle flower arranger

A programme of events has been running throughout the year to mark the special anniversary and the flower festival has been billed as one of the main attractions. Local flower clubs have signed up to take part in the event which will be led by well-known Carlisle flower arranger John Dalton. The festival will be held within the church with home-made refreshments on sale in the grounds of Arthuret House.

Celosia plumosa

By Todd: when to plant rooster combes?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Todd,

Plants like Celosia plumosa are planted indoors 4 weeks before the last frost.

Bird of Paradise flowers

By David: I purchased a few cut Bird of Paradise flowers that were not opened?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear David,

The blooms of the Bird Of Paradise are actually a succession of blooms that open together instead of one large flower as many people think.

We do not have the information about how to open the birds of paradise flower to open.

Shelf life of Birds of Paradise:

Bird-of-paradise flowers were harvested and stored at 10 °C for 7, 14, 21 and 28 days. The flowers were recut at 2 cm from the stalk base and pulsed with 40% sucrose for 24 hours before or after cold storage, while control stalks were treated with distilled water.

A pulsing treatment following storage for 7 and 14 days improved flower vase life by increasing the number of open florets. They can have a best stored longevity after storing flowers up to 14 days at 10 °C, followed by pulsing treatment with 40% sucrose for 24 hours.

Do they open after being cut? If so, is there any special treatment for keeping them for a long period of time?

Yes, they do open when placed in a container with water after being cut as a cutflower.

For long life as a cutflower in a vase, Keep the water fresh, cut the stems with a sharp knife and put flowers directly in water.

Website dedicated to rare flower

Butterfly Orchid

A website has been launched in a bid to record locations of an increasingly rare flower. Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) said the west of Scotland was considered a stronghold for the lesser butterfly orchid. Its numbers have "declined significantly" across the UK, the government agency said.

Flower of Scotland Blooms at Torosay Castle

Flower Saltire

The UK's largest flower Saltire has been unveiled today at Torosay Castle and Gardens on the Isle of Mull. In celebration of Homecoming Scotland 2009, Torosay has planted over 1000 blue and white pansies in the shape of the iconic St Andrews cross.

Partington Town Council exhibits at RHS Flower Show in Tatton Park

Flower Bed competition

PARTINGTON Town Council is looking to take on all comers in this year's RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park. The town council is exhibiting an imaginative flowerbed entitled 'Partington Pride' in the Colegrave National Flower Bed competition. The project, co-ordinated by the town council's Alan Hamilton, draws on the town council logo, which depicts a ship when Partington was invaded by Vikings from the River Mersey.

Singing and flowers at show in Brighouse parish church

Festival of Flowers

MUSIC and flowers is a popular combination and will doubtless attract many visitors next weekend to Brighouse. The town's parish church, St Martin's, will host a three day Festival of Flowers over next weekend, beginning on Friday. Members of Spen Valley Flower Club will lead the festival's flower making team who will celebrate A Good Read. They will be working with members of the St Martin's Flower team.

Flower festival near Wolverhampton on July 4

Home grown flowers

Beautiful blooms and home-grown vegetables will be part of the first flower festival to be staged in a village near Wolverhampton. Albrighton has its first fundraising flower festival on July 4, with a series of competitions from midday to 5pm. From 7.30pm, four horticultural experts will answer questions about growing the best crops, followed by a ploughman's supper.

Prunning of Passiflora

By Lori Gronewold: I live in the Chicago area; I have my purple passion plant, planted outside by a fence. It has spread over 2 trellises and before I try to untangle or trim it, I wanted to see if I could leave it in the ground heavily mulched over the winter or do I need to dig it up and bring it in?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Lori,

Firstly prunning of Passiflora is essential as it has covered the trellises.

It is best to cut some stems back nearly to the base, rather than just trim the tips.

The Passifora blossoms are bisexed, each having male stamens & female pistil within the purple corolla.

Usually the Passiflora vine should be cut back to about 6-8 inches when bringing it inside for the cold season.

Get it indoors before the first hard frost.

Keep it in a sunny window

Jasmine in the house

By Linda Bunker: Should Jasmine be brought into the house or garage when winter begins? Before a bad freeze?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Linda,

There are several vines called jasmine: Jasminum (Jasmine), Trachelospermum (Star Jasmine), and Stephanotis (Madagascar Jasmine or Bridal Veil). There is a Gardenia called Cape Jasmine, and I'm sure there are still other flowers sharing the name.

Although, Jasmines should be protected from frost in winters.

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South Africa's finest Wild flower show from 28 August to 2 September 2009

Clanwilliam Wild Flower Show

Clanwilliam, the gateway to South Africa's finest floral region, is once again opening its doors with its Wild Flower Show taking place from the 28 August to 2 September 2009. Showcasing the inimitable flora exclusive to the Clanwilliam district and Ramskop Nature Reserve while also raising public awareness on conservation issues, the Clanwilliam Wild Flower Show has become a standing tradition for flower fanatics since its inception in 1972.

Beijing's largest "garden" to hold chrysanthemum festival in September

Flowers Harbor

By the end of July, construction of Beijing International Flowers Harbor, the largest "garden" ever planned in Beijing, will be completed. The Flowers Harbor will open to visitors in September, and at the same time Beijing's first chrysanthemum festival will be held.

Fenwick girl's designs recognised at Chelsea Flower Show

Beautiful floral display

A FENWICK lass with a flair for flowers had her stunning work recognised at Westminster Abbey and the Royal Chelsea Flower Show. Emma Dobson, 15, created a beautiful floral butterfly display which was chosen by the National Association of Flower Arranging Societies (NAFAS) for a display at Westminster Abbey.

Ana Tzarev Gallery Celebrates a World of Flowers

Flowers of Hawaii

Ana Tzarev spent years studying horticulture and researching plant life in countries around the world. Her works are based on sources as diverse as the indigenous plants of Africa, the exotic tropical flowers of Hawaii and the gardens outside her studio. Tzarev was greatly inspired by the flower merchants of Southeast Asia and the vista of their boats overflowing with fresh flowers on the way to market. Fragrant River, 2004, captures this scene in a dramatic, large scale painting.

'Son of Stinky' giant flower begins to bloom at The Huntington Library in San Marino

Amorphophallus titanum

A so-called corpse flower known for its rotting flesh odour has begun to bloom at The Huntington Library in San Marino. The Amorphophallus titanum is being called "Son of Stinky" because it was propagated from a seed from another corpse flower that bloomed at the Huntington in 1999 - the first such bloom ever in California.

Newark Garden Club flower show open to public on July 10

Planted thousands of daffodils and roses

On July 10, the public is invited to attend and to enter the Newark Garden Club flower show. The theme for this year's show is "Tell Me a Story." It will be at the Licking County Public Library, 101 W. Main St., Newark. This is the Newark Garden Club's 80th anniversary. The club has a long history of beautification in Licking County.

Chamomile Flowers

By Tariq Usman: I want to grow Chamomile Flower in Karachi, Pakistan please me tips and idea. Where from i buy a seed?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Usman,

Camomile flowers are miniature daisy-like flowers, half-hardy perennial with many uses.

Growing Chamomile

Give chamomile full sun and light,

well-drained soil.

Likes mildly acidic conditions, and the liberal addition of sand is welcome.

Keep it moist in the heat of summer.

Plant seedlings at least six inches.

Grows to a height of 12 inches, useful for borders and along walkways.

Propagating Chamomile

In temperate climates, chamomile self seeds.

In areas with cold winter temperatures, sow chamomile seeds indoors in spring.

Chamomile can also be propagated from cuttings.

Flower power cure prostate cancer

Plant used in medicine

A substance from the root of a flower growing in many gardens may cure prostate cancer, Germany's cancer-science council said on Wednesday. The lily-like flowers of Belamcanda chinensis are grown in temperate-region gardens as a perennial. In China it grows wild. The plant is used in Korean and Chinese medicine.

Florist frames flowers with flair

Floral arrangements

Lori Burks-Jones and staff are committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that is friendly and prompt. At Summerlin, all customers are important, and the professional staff is dedicated to making each experience a pleasant one. That's why Burks-Jones said she and employees always go the extra mile to make floral gifts perfect.

Notts florist gets royal order for 6,000 white roses

Flowers for the party

Nottingham florist received an order for 6,000 white roses, he knew it was no ordinary customer. But Keith Murphy, of Vaas in Hockley, was stunned when he found out that the order, costing about £70,000, was for a party for the Sultan of Brunei.

The Flower Shop Offers Warmth, Variety, Gifts

Chrysanthemums and Candles

The two women, who have worked together for approximately 20 years, own The Flower Shop at 151 Main St. North. The shop opened in May. Ms. Clifford has more than 30 years of experience in the floral business. She previously owned a local garden center that also served as a floral and gift shop. Ms. Kennedy has 20 years of experience in the business.

Southampton Garden Club's Annual Flower Show at the Southampton Cultural Center on June 25th

Fairy tales inspire floral designs

The Enchanted Garden is this year's theme for the Southampton Garden Club's annual flower show, which will be held at the Southampton Cultural Center on Thursday, June 25 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Fables, myths and fairy tales inspire floral designs - Once Upon a Time..., The Mad Hatter's Tea Party, Snow White and Rose Red , Bambi's Picnic, Peter Pan and Tiger Lily and the Fantastic Menagerie are some of the themes providing inspiration for the three divisions in the show: flower arrangement, horticulture and jewelry.

Glorious Things Flower Festival at St. Mary's church on June 19 & 20

Glory of flowers

St. Mary's Anglican Church in Auburn will host a two-day flower festival June 19 and 20, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. each day. In Praise of Flowers will celebrate the beauty and glory of flowers in floral arrangements created by several floral designers, a team led by festival co-organizer Nina Dandurand. Numerous arrangements of both greenhouse-cultivated, garden-grown and wild flowers will adorn the nave and chancel of the church for this special occasion.

Special events planned at local farmer's markets

Lexington Farmer?s Market

The Lexington Farmer?s Market is now open on Wednesdays, and the Thomasville Farmer?s Market begins opening on Tuesday this week.

Farmer's Market opens Saturday, Flower City Parade set for 2 p.m.

Brampton Farmer's Market

The 23rd annual Brampton Farmer's Market opens bright and early this Saturday, and the Flower City Parade is one of the highlights of the day.

Fire Destroys Flower Shop

Flower shop

For 26 years she's lived what she says is the great American dream, but that was shattered after a fire destroyed her flower shop.

Black Flower of Death blooms at Kanapaha

Black Flower

Black is a color rarely thought of when it comes to flowers. While several flowers have been cultivated to bloom black, the color is known to occur naturally only in the Flor de Muerto.

Manhattan flower District Wilting From Decreased Sales

Manhattan's Flower District

While the economic recession continues to take some of the financial bloom out of Manhattan's Flower District, merchants and customers alike are finding new ways to substitute simplicity for extravagance.

Glencairn Garden plagued by plant thefts

Glencairn Garden

With its beautifully landscaped flower gardens and walkways, Glencairn Garden could be considered Rock Hill's crown jewel. But, in what's become a reoccurring problem, thieves have uprooted some of the garden's gems.

The Flower Shop Offers Warmth, Variety, Gifts

Chrysanthemums and Candles

The two women, who have worked together for approximately 20 years, own The Flower Shop at 151 Main St. North. The shop opened in May. Ms. Clifford has more than 30 years of experience in the floral business. She previously owned a local garden center that also served as a floral and gift shop. Ms. Kennedy has 20 years of experience in the business.

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Otterton set for Flower Festival and Art Exhibition from June 18 - 21

Flowers at Otterton's St Michael's Church

POPULAR poems and rhymes will be portrayed in flowers at Otterton's St Michael's Church next week. The village's biennial Flower Festival and Art Exhibition, in aid of church funds, will take place from Thursday, June 18 to Sunday June 21.

Chrysanthemum specialist will be exhibiting at Shrewsbury Flower Show on August 14 and 15

Awards at Tatton Park

THE chrysanthemum specialist which won the Supreme Award at last year's Shrewsbury Flower Show will be exhibiting again at this year's August event - but under a different name. Last year Cheshire grower D and A Wright displayed new exhibits at three shows - winning top awards at Shrewsbury and Southport and a Royal Horticultural Society gold medal at Tatton Park.

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WBZ NewsRadio 1030 wants to send you to Rhode Island the weekend of June 26, 2009 for The 2009 Newport Flower Show! The Boston Globe's Carol Stocker blogged about The Newport Flower Show recently and called in the "best flower show left in New England!" Enter below for your chance to win a getaway for two to Newport, Rhode Island, with lodging at the Hotel Viking and passes to the Friday "Opening Night Party at Rosecliff" and VIP tickets to The 2009 Newport Flower Show, which includes judged classes of all kinds, lectures, exhibitions, and The Newport Flower Show Marketplace! Plus, the winner will also receive passes to tour The Newport Mansions!

Summer is here, and İstanbul is filled with flowers

19 different kinds of flowers

İstanbul is outfitted in different clothing to welcome each season. The first piece of clothing is made from the many tulip bulbs which compete against each other to spread the news that spring has officially arrived.

Wild-flower meadow is planted in Keighley

Team of growers

Plants grown at Bradford Council's Woodville Work Activity Centre, in Keighley, are helping to transform a site. The team of growers - people with learning disabilities and teenagers on day release from school - will be working at Wrose Brow over the next three months to create a wild-flower meadow.

Hatfield florist honoured at Chelsea Flower Show

Medal for her floral creations

A BUDDING florist has won a bronze medal for her floral creations at the Chelsea Flower Show. Stephanie Lui, 45, of Hatfield, competed against 15 other regional heat winners to gain third place in the Chelsea Florist of the Year Competition. Ms Lui, who has owned a florist in Potters Bar for 18 years, said: "I'm so pleased that my work was recognised to be at such a high standard.

Cannon Hall flower festival for Yorkshire Cancer Centre from June 19 - 21

Festival for Life

THERE will be an explosion of colour at Cannon Hall this month when a charity flower festival takes place. Forty floral designs will fill the grounds of the Cawthorne museum to help boost local cancer patients. Visitors will also get chance to glimpse 16 large wooden figures decorated with flowers to help symbolise how anyone can be affected by cancer. There will also be live demonstrations of flower-arranging and willow weaving and a gardeners' question time.

Flowers and Festivals in Brampton on June 20

Annual Flower City Parade

The lazy, hazy days of summer are fast approaching and Brampton residents are set to welcome the heat with a busy Saturday of events. The annual Flower City Parade, the opening of the Farmers Market and the kick-off of Communities in Bloom events all take place on Saturday, June 20.

Bird of paradise plant

By Cheryl Owen: How long does it take a young bird of paradise plant to bloom?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Cheryl

It may take 4-7 years for the a young bird of paradise plant to begin blooming if the conditions are met.

But once they bloom they are worth a wait.

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Flower Festival at Findon on June 13th & 14th

More than 20 flower displays

VISITORS will be treated to a weekend of All Things Bright and Beautiful at the Findon Flower Festival this weekend. The event, at St John the Baptist Church, School Hill, Findon, will showcase nearly £1,000 worth of flowers arranged into more than 20 displays. The festival will be open on Saturday, June 13, from 10am to 5pm, and on Sunday, June 14, from 10.30am to 4pm.

12th annual Gardens In Bloom at Peninsula

Tropical and Rose gardens

The 12th annual Gardens In Bloom, a self-directed tour of six gardens on the Peninsula, will be held June 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hosted by the Canadian Federation of University Women, the tour allows participants to browse the gardens all day in any order.

Young florist Kate to take on the cream of the flower crop

Jacaranda Flowers

JUNIOR florist Kate Pearse-Marmont of Nailsworth-based Jacaranda Flowers is hoping her career will blossom when she takes on the industry?s finest in the semi-finals of major national competition. Kate, 19, who started working at Jacaranda Flowers two years ago, has successfully made it through to the penultimate stage of the British Florist Association's Young Florist of the Year Competition at the RHS Show Tatton Park in July.

Customers showing preference for British flowers

Flower market in UK

Along with other goods on the fresh produce market, there is a growing preference in consumers to buy British cut flowers. The cut flower market in the UK is worth more than £2 billion. There is a growing feeling in this market that we need to be buying as locally and accountably as we can.

Dublin Gardeners Win Gold Medal at Bloom Flower Show

400 year old garden

Dublin based Doyle Scapes landscapers won gold for their show garden exhibit "Urban Native" at Bloom this June. Situated in Cabinteely South Dublin, Doyle Scapes initially worked with customers in the Dublin area, now they service all of Ireland and abroad with projects in France, Poland and the Czech Republic.

Flower festival to mark Mothers' Union centenary at Luppitt from June 19-21

Floral Display

TO mark the centenary of its Mothers' Union branch, St Mary's Church at Luppitt is to host a flower festival on June 19, 20 and 21. Entitled Celebrating Family Life, the festival will ensure the church is awash with floral displays depicting many facets of family life, from cradle to grave.

Flower festival at Annesley church on June 26th & 27th

17 Flower Arrangements

The church will be holding a Flower Festival on 26th and 27th June between 10am and 6pm and on 28th June from 10am until 6pm, followed by a service at 7pm. There will be stalls and refreshments in the church hall, as well as a 52 Key Marenghi Dutch Street Organ built in 1911 which will provide entertainment. There will also be 17 flower arrangements, each depicting New Beginnings - the theme of the festival and 18 pew ends will be dedicated by individuals to loved ones.

Dahlia Flower

By John Farnik: I am living in the chicagoland ill area, must i take the dahlia flower out of the grond and store it inside much like i do with glads, or can i leave them in the ground over the winter?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear John

In warmer climatic places, Dahlias can be put outside in the garden through out the year.

In colder climates they should be dug up and stored during winters.

Digging Dahlia Tubers in the Fall

For digging the dahlia tubers, wait until about a week after frost kills and blackens the top growth.

Cut the dahlia stalk down to six inches.

For digging, use a garden fork or spade.

Start digging about a foot away from the stem because they might have become larger by now.

Dig around the clump in a circle, then pry it up from the bottom.

Do not to damage the tubers.

Remember to leave the stem intact with the clump.

Jasmine Plant

By Barbara: I was asking about a jasmine plant and how to keep it over the winter? Waiting for a reply.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Barbara,

Jasmine is a tropical plant. It can be grown in nashville.

Winter Care of Jasmines:---

In winter, you can bring in and place Jasmines faces south, as receives abundant afternoon sun.

By early spring, it has already started to push new foliage and blossoms indoors.

In early May, you can put out on the patio (full sun).

Prune hardly to the point where very little foliage remains.

Fertilize it liberally with osmocote and give it plenty of water.

In about 4 weeks, it comes back beautifully with much thicker foliage and denser blossoms than it had before I pruned it.

Bring back indoors in October just before the first frost.

Join Rose Lovers From Around the World to Celebrate the Rose!

Federation of Rose Societies Convention

Join us in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada for the World Federation of Rose Societies Convention. The World Rose Convention, being held at the Westin BayshoreVancouver Hotel from June 18-24, 2009, will bring together rosarians from around the world to enjoy a week of camaraderie, lectures, tours, information sharing, and fun - all in celebration of the Rose. In addition, the Convention is featuring the American Rose Society Spring National Convention and Rose Show!

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Pontypool Floral Festival

A NAME has been chosen for the colourful trail to entice people to Torfaen - Pontypool Floral Festival. The Festival this September, will open private gardens to the public and the council has agreed to install a rugby-themed floral display depicting the famous Pontypool RFC front row of Charlie Faulkner, Bob Windsor and Graham Price.

Italy a flower eater's paradise

Eating roses

Restaurants around Italy are adding a colorful new ingredient to their menus, which has diners smelling and eating roses and a host of other edible flowers. Carnations, geraniums, tulips and rose petals are just some of the fresh flowers making the leap from the bouquet onto the serving dish. "Flowers open up a whole new world of flavor," said gourmet florist Nicola Pizzi, who started growing buds to eat seven years ago, which he claims made him the first flower grower in Italy to serve his wares for supper.

Flower industry is suffering during the global crisis

Flower industry not blooming

The flower industry is suffering during the global crisis. A growers group in the Central West of NSW has just folded, and grower numbers in SA and Tasmania have diminished in recent years. Sal Russo, from the NSW Flower Growers Committee, says competition from overseas is one factor, but the global crisis has made things even harder.

Thieves have taken more than 700 bedding plants from a floral display

Competition flowers

Park officers believe the plants were stolen in Glenrothes to order last weekend. It is being seen as a blow to the Fife town's hopes of doing well in this year's Britain in Bloom competition. The begonias and geraniums were in a display in Riverside park and were said to be difficult to replace at this time of year.

Rose and flower show at the Lakefield Marshland Centre on June 16

Begonia Flowers

The Lakefield and District Horticultural Society will hold its rose and flower show at the Lakefield Marshland Centre on Tuesday, June 16 at 8 p. m. In addition to roses you can enjoy flowers such as begonias, carnations, pansies, petunias, phlox, sweet peas, columbines, canterbury bells and delphiniums. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. For more information contact Anne Stone at 652-0046 or Mary Keyes at 652-3113.

Heritage Flower Show on September 12 in the Georgetown Market Place.

Annual asters

Georgetown Horticultural Society's Heritage Flower Show on September 12 in the Georgetown Market Place. Public participation is encouraged for this event, part of the Society's 90th anniversary celebrations. But early registration is required, because exhibitors must be in possession of their entry for three months. The competition is open to all residents of any age.

Yellow mums

By Gail Russell: I just took my dogs out for their final potty break of the night and the yellow mums on my front porch are covered, and I mean covered with slugs. I have never in my life seen this!!!! What is it? Will they kill the mums? What should I do?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Russell,

There are many household remedies for removing slugs form your gardens.

They are:

Keeping a cup of beer near the plant, may attract them and drown in it.

Handpicking of slugs is good but tiresome and time consuming.

Another idea is to mixing vinegar, ketchup and water and spraying.

Snail bait from a local store may be best one for eradicating 99% of slugs.

Try these methods, they may help you.

Tulips for wedding

By Rebecca: I want tulips for my wedding but the local florist is trying to discourage me. Will tulips open flat in bouquets and boutonnieres? This is the of the only things I really want for my dream wedding, I would like to find a way to make it work?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Rebbecca,

Tulips are famous for their being almost a close flower. They do not open fully like a Rose.

Since you a flat opened Tulips, then there is a rare type of Tulips where there are 4 tulips, sligthly more open than the normal tulips.

As your wedding is a special one, i think you can afford these special ones for even a higher price.

Hundreds of iris varieties thrive on Grand Valley farm

Iris season

The Rules own and operate Willow Bend Iris Farm at 2331 J Road, where a simple blue and white sign hardly tells the casual observer what treasures lie waiting in a nearby field. Here, the Rules raise 850 varieties of bearded iris on four acres and 260 varieties of Hemerocallis daylilies on an adjacent acre. They care for the irises as they would family, albeit a family that is for sale.

Flower Exporter Karuturi Raises Rs 290 Cr From FIIs, Promoter

Worlds largest producer of roses

Flower exporter Karuturi Global is raising Rs 290 crore from its promoter Ramakrishna Karuturi and a consortium of foreign institutional investors (FIIs). Both promoter and FIIs are together subscribing 241.5 million warrants of Rs 12 each, which would converted into one equity share. A group of four FIIs, which include hedge fund Monsoon Capital, are pumping in Rs 248.64 crore in the firm. The rest is being invested by the promoter, Ramakrishna Karuturi. The company is now seeking shareholders approval through a postal ballot.

Horticultural Society's rose show at the Victoria Avenue on June 11

Beautiful flower

With exactly one week until the Niagara Falls Horticultural Society's rose show, Chamberlain was busy last week picking and pruning her garden in preparation for the show, for which she is co-chair. The show, which takes place tomorrow at the Victoria Avenue branch of the Niagara Falls Public Library, is the 56th annual one and will feature roses and plenty of other flowers. A friendly competitive spirit brings out the very best roses from members. Single specimens and floral designs will fill the library?s LaMarsh room.

Corpse flower is preparing to make a rare bloom in Huntington Library

Growing several inches a day

An Amorphophallus titanum, also known as a "corpse flower," is growing several inches a day and preparing to make a rare bloom -- revealing not only its velvety maroon interior but its even more notorious smell. According to officials at The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens, there have only been 50 documented blooms of the corpse flower in the United States. A different corpse flower bloomed at The Huntington in 1999 -- the first ever in California -- and again in 2002.

Beijing International Flowers Harbor to host first chrysanthemum show in September

open to the public in first ten days

As the largest garden developed by Beijing, Beijing International Flowers Harbor will begin to take shape in Shunyi District at the end of this month. On June 3, reporters learned from Beijing Municipal Gardening and Greening Bureau that the Harbor will open to the public within the first ten days of September this year, when the city will host its first chrysanthemum festival. The festival is a warm-up event for the 2009 7th China Flower Expo (7th Expo).

Flower festival in Hanley Swan on June 13 & 14

10 gardens open for the public

A FLOWER festival will be taking place in Hanley Swan over the weekend of June 13 and 14. As well as the flower festival, taking place in the village church, there will be 10 gardens open for the public to enjoy. The event is open from 11am on both days and light lunches and cream teas will be served from noon.

Irises blooming with white flowers

By Shirley Belknap: Most of my bearded iris are blooming with white flowers, even though I planted mostly blue, pink and purple iris. We live in Southern California where the soil is mostly clay. Before planting our garden, we added lots of top soil and mulch. Is there a certain nutrient that they may need?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Shirley,

Irises do not change color - not on a permanent basis, anyway. May be a herbicide drift can cause temporary changes in iris pigmentation. If that is the case, soon they may return to normal color.

I do not think that there are any nutritional factors which can completely change an iris's color pigment, though growing conditions can certainly influence color saturation.

The amount of available sunlight and ambient temperature can also influence color intensity to some degree, though not to the point of turning one color into an entirely different one i.e. purple irises turning white.

Probably your original irises may have been bee-pollinated within the last few years. The seeds from those crosses may have ripened, dropped, and germinated among the original plants, and now you have a bunch of new seedlings blooming within your original clumps. Iris seed does not grow true to the parent plant and may well have produced some new colors in your iris bed.

Package of forget-me-nots

By Alena O'Donnell: I'm fairly new to the whole growing experience with potted flowers...I recieved a package of 4get-me-nots attached to a local polaticians flyer in the mail and thought why not? I originally had kept the pot outside in a partial sunny location. About a week a ago I had brought it inside and put the plant in a window best suitible. I am currently concerened that I am not attending to its needs during this time of transition. The leaves are wilting and brownig @ the tips. How often should I be watering? Is the flower/plant outgrowing its pot(10in high & 16in wide)? I also mist every other day with a spray bottle. Help!!! The only other plant I have ever tried to maintain was a cat nip plant.?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Alena,

Depending on the area you reside, Water deeply and less frequently for forget me nots.

With container grown plants, apply enough water to allow water to flow through the drainage holes.

That may solve the problem.

Chelsea Flower Show garden designer helps Streatham St Leonard's School students

Gardening is a life skill

Green-fingered pupils at a Streatham school have been donated award-winning plants from the Chelsea Flower Show for their budding school garden. Roger Platts, an award-winning garden designer and horticultural expert, was at St Leonard's School in Mitcham Road on June 3, to help pupils bed the flowers and plants he used in his exhibit at this year's world-famous flower show.

S.C. Botanical Garden celebrates Flower Day June 11-12

Floral arrangements

The Garden Club of South Carolina Garden will sponsor two days of Flower Day celebrations at the South Carolina Botanical Garden Fran Hanson Discovery Center as part of National Garden Week. Visitors will get to see a wide variety of flower arrangements and displays as well as learn from educational programs about floral design.

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Flowers plus a wide selection of plants

To ensure that the executives in its brands and business units understand and are responsible for their IT costs, 1-800-Flowers implemented a chargeback system in which everyone benefits. Started as a retail store in 1976, 1-800-Flowers.com, based in Carle Place, N.Y., provides customers with flowers plus a wide selection of plants, baskets and other gifts for all occasions. Recently, after making a number of acquisitions, the company was supporting about 14 new brands and businesses, including The Popcorn Factory, Cheryl&Co. cookies and Fannie May chocolates.

Volunteers help community garden grow

Summer has bloomed

The St. Cloud Community Garden, located next to SCSU's Women's Center, continues to grow in popularity and productivity in its fifth summer since SCSU sociology professor Tracy Ore's first planting. Since the garden's modest beginnings as a deserted plot of littered land it was transformed into a garden with less than a handful of volunteers and a few rows of planted produce.

Glorious Devon Flower Festival in Swimbridge from June 19 - 21

FABULOUS flowers go on display

The Glorious Devon Flower Festival, which runs from Friday June 19 to Sunday June 21, also marks the parishes' contribution to the celebration of the 1100th anniversary of the Exeter Diocese. The festival will feature concerts and cream teas alongside the floral displays celebrating farming, thatching, forestry, tourism and surfing, and silver mines; iconic buildings including Exeter Cathedral; and local celebrities over the centuries from Francis Drake to Sir Francis Chichester.

Somerset County Unitarians hold Flower Ceremony on June 14

Flowers dedicated and shared with everyone

A "Flower Ceremony" will be part of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Somerset Hill' Sunday service at 10 a.m. June 14 in the Conference Center at Raritan Valley Community College. Members will bring flowers which will be dedicated and shared with everyone present. The Flower Ceremony was introduced in Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic) in 1923 by the Reverend Norbert Capek of the Prague Unitarian Congregation. He was executed by the Nazis in 1942.

Frangipani sap

By V.Marshall: Do you know if the fracipani sap has any herbal uses? I have heard an old theory that it was once used to remove warts. Can you help?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Marshall,

It is known that Frangipani sap is a stunningly effective first aid treatment for ray stings . By applying on wound you can be back in the water within hours.

In Caribbean cultures the sap is used as a liniment for rheumatism.

We do not know about removing warts.

Cockscomb flowers

By Joyce wood: Need name of flower that looks like brain coral. It's an old plant that usually grows in the fall. It doesn't have a bloom as many plants have blooms, but instead has a tight cluster usually red/garnet in color and looks more like brain coral?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Joyce,

I think you are talking about this flower - Cockscomb or Celosia

Cockscomb flowers are also known as Wool Flowers or Brain Celosia, suggestive of a highly colored brain. The flowers belong to the amaranth family, Amaranthaceae.

47-year-old university lecturer has succeeded in speedily multiplying orchids

Flower power for orchids

Growers, propagators and lovers of orchids in Indonesia can celebrate thanks to Endang Semiarti's breakthrough research into molecular genetics and tissue culture techniques. The 47-year-old university lecturer has succeeded in speedily multiplying orchids, using a gene transfer method.

Tiny flower found in Presidio after 92 years

Surprise bloom

A tiny yellow flower found recently in the Presidio is as good as gold to native plant specialists. The Smooth Owl Clover had not been seen at the former military base since 1917 when Presidio Trust naturalists stumbled across a surprise bloom while collecting seeds near Fort Scott.

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The 50th Anniversary Celebration of Hodges Gardens State Park will be held Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., at the park in Florien. The celebration will be free to the public and will include events throughout the entire day. The gardens were opened to the public by oil and gas businessman A.J. Hodges Sr. The site's gardens consist of a variety of plants and flowers, from a formal rose garden to a collection of Japanese Red Maple trees.

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By Cindy: Can you tell me the name of the flowering vine that is in the attached pictures. The pictures were taken in the Riveria Maya, Mexico.?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Cindy,

I think the yellow trumpet shaped flowering vine is Cat's Claw or Macfadyena unguis-cati, or

Doxantha unguis-cati, Bignonia tweediana from Family: Bignoniaceae.

They are native to central America.

Jasmin plant

By Renee: I have a potted Jasmin plant and live in Denver Colorado. Colder / snowy months are approaching and I wanted to know how to care for the plant during the cold months. Should I bring it inside for the winter or just when we are expecting snow, etc...?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Renee,

Place potted jasmine can be brought indoors into a room when snowing outside.

It can have indoors, with a temperature of 10-16ºC, choosing a bright, well-lit position away from direct sun which can cause scorch and drying out.

Caring in winter

Keep moist

Feed regularly (weekly) with a good quality houseplant fertiliser during the flowering period.

Repot annually in a loam based compost such as John Innes No 2

It can be moved outside for the summer months and likes to be kept well fed and watered.

In winter, it can be brought indoors, in the coolest but frost-free position and watered very sparingly.

Gladioli corms

By Mark crater: I live in Va. I need to move some gladious to a new spot in the yard. They were here when I move here 2 years ago, and are not in A good spot. They didn't bloom well this year at all? Need Help!!!

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Mark,

The best time is after flowering is done and the flower stem has died back. You can replant gladioli corms which are 1.5" or larger in diameter (2.5" is flowering size). Smaller than 1.5" will take years to become flowering size. 1.5" corms will flower next year.

Unless it is mandatory, do not transplant Glads.

Your Glad corms might have problems during planting. If your glads were planted at the proper depth, given ample water and sunshine they will grow and flower well.

Transplanting the Glads:-

Dig deep to get at least 6" of soil below the level where you planted the corms.

Take the root ball and transplant to their new home which must be pre-prepared.

Water in well after transplanting.

Avoid removing soil around the stems (e.g. keep the entire root ball, including the soil around the stem, intact)

Glads thrive well Virginia as it has Very hot and dry in summers.

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Gladiolus can bloom from spring to fall, depending upon kind. They like full sunshine and average soil, with regular watering during the spring and summer months. The problems with your glads might be how they were stored, when and how they were planted, and what kind of aftercare they've been given. Obviously, if you planted mishandled corms, the results, as disappointing as they were, were typical. Standard garden variety gladiolus corms can be planted November through March in your gardening region. If planted every two weeks, you'll have a succession of blooms. Glads normally bloom 65-100 days after planting. If you planted January - March, the corms sould have had time to bloom before the weather got too hot for them. Glad corms should be planted about four times as deep as they are wide, and spaced 4"-6" apart. The soil should be amended with organic matter prior to planting, to provide nutrients and to help the soil retain just the right amount of moisture. A sunny site and weekly watering will produce healthy foliage and flowering stalks.

Bird of paradise plant

By Cheryl Owen: How long does it take a young bird of paradise plant to bloom?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Cheryl,

It may take 4-7 years for the a young bird of paradise plant to begin blooming if the conditions are met.

But once they bloom they are worth a wait.

Free flower day for kids at Farmers' Market on June 6

Free flower plant

The Greater Polk County Farmers' Market will be featuring Flowers for Kids Day at Saturday's market session. One free flower plant will be given to every child age 10 and younger, while supplies last. Some vegetable plants and seeds will also be available for those children who prefer that option.

Arboretum Opens New "Living Garden Catalog" Exhibit

Variety of plants

The U.S. National Arboretum has teamed up with the horticulture industry to feature plants new to American horticulture in an exhibit that opens today at the facility operated by the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in Washington, D.C. Located at the arboretum's Visitors Center and the surrounding Introduction Garden, the "Living Garden Catalog" puts a twist on the traditional plant catalogs gardeners often receive in the mail. Informational posters that resemble catalog pages for each of the featured plants are set up in the lobby. Visitors can then view these plants, some of which are being displayed in public for the first time, in the garden outside.

Loose Park to celebrate renovation of its rose garden

1,200 new roses

It':s June in the heartland, and the heart of Loose Park's rose garden is resplendent with a new burst of color. About 1,200 new roses were planted in the center of the garden as part of a massive overhaul that had kept it closed since August. The Laura Conyers Smith Municipal Rose Garden will be rededicated Sunday as part of the annual Rose Day event. The public is invited.

Historic Beauty to Flourish in Heirloom Gardens

Flower and vegetable gardens

The historic McCarty-Fickel Home on Seventh Street was once surrounded by flower and vegetable gardens, many of which were planted in the early 1900s. While a good portion of the original landscaping remains on the property, most of the former gardens are gone. "The majority of shrubs and bushes are original," said Teri Johnson, director of the McCarty-Fickel Home. "We would like to get the flowers back to where they were."

Flower and Vegetable Show on June 13 at Garvin County Fairgrounds

Varieties of Roses

The Garvin County Flower and Vegetable Show is scheduled for Saturday, June 13 at the Garvin County Fairgrounds. Entries will be taken from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Judging will begin at noon. Start planning now to enter your prize flowers and vegetables. There are 54 categories of flower entries to choose from and 30 categories in the vegetable division.

Fair flower planting day on June 24 in Watsonville

All are encouraged to attend

The 18th Annual Santa Cruz County Fair Flower Planting Day will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. June 24 at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds on East Lake Avenue in Watsonville. All service clubs, individuals, and families are encouraged to attend and plant colorful annuals to be seen at the fair this September.

Award Winning Florist Chosen by BBrooks to Represent the Raleigh-Durham

BBrooks is a high-end network of florists

The English Garden, the award winning florist in Raleigh, NC, is pleased to announce that it has been selected by BBrooks, the consortium of florists, to represent the Raleigh-Durham, Triangle Region of North Carolina. BBrooks is a high-end network of florists that focus on delivering high quality and luxury designs.

Bernice H. Green, 1924-2009: Florist, shop owner died of cancer

Floral designer

Bernice H. Green was a traditionalist when it came to floral arranging, refusing to cut corners. During her more than 50 years as a floral designer, the lifelong St. Charles resident continued to wire individual flowers and tape them together, even as other florists began to employ hot glue guns.

Flower power alive in Delray Beach

American Orchid Society Botanical Gardens

The bloom is back on the rose-- make that the orchid-- in Delray Beach. The gardens will not have to close to members and the public after all. The board of trustees reversed its February decision to close after a group of supporters secured around 40-thousand dollars in pledges.

1-800-FLOWERS.COM Discusses the Benefits of ComSci?s IT Chargeback

Web-based flower and gift company

A leading provider of Technology Financial Management (TFM) solutions for IT cost transparency and chargeback, today announced that the June issue of Baseline magazine features an article on how the web-based flower and gift company 1-800-FLOWERS.COM INC. uses ComSci's chargeback and cost transparency solution, delivering financial benefits to both the business units and IT.

Day lily show, sale on Saturday June 6 at Shreveport

Society Flower Show

The Ark-La-Tex Daylily Study Club and the Barnwell Garden and Art Center will host an accredited American Hemerocallis Society Flower Show at 1:15 p.m. Saturday. Awards and ribbons will be given to winners in each category.

Rose, flower show in Lakefield on June 16

Rose and Flower Show

The Lakefield and District Horticultural Society will hold its Rose and Flower Show at the Lakefield Marshland Centre on Tuesday, June 16 at 8 p. m. Even though the rose is the star of the show many other flowers are also included-begonias, carnations, pansies, petunias, phlox, sweet peas, columbines, canterbury bells, and delphiniums.

Dahlia flower

By John Farnik: I am living in the chicagoland hill area, must i take the dahlia flower out of the grond and store it inside much like i do with glads, or can i leave them in the ground over the winter?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear John,

In warmer climatic places, Dahlias can be put outside in the garden through out the year.

In colder climates they should be dug up and stored during winters.

Digging Dahlia Tubers in the Fall

For digging the dahlia tubers, wait until about a week after frost kills and blackens the top growth.

Cut the dahlia stalk down to six inches.

For digging, use a garden fork or spade.

Start digging about a foot away from the stem because they might have become larger by now.

Dig around the clump in a circle, then pry it up from the bottom.

Do not to damage the tubers.

Remember to leave the stem intact with the clump.

Care of Jasmines

By Barbara: I was asking about a jasmine plant and how to keep it over the winter? Waiting for a reply.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Barbara,

Jasmine is a tropical plant. It can be grown in nashville.

Winter Care of Jasmines:---

In winter, you can bring in and place Jasmines faces south, as receives abundant afternoon sun.

By early spring, it has already started to push new foliage and blossoms indoors.

In early May, you can put out on the patio (full sun).

Prune hardly to the point where very little foliage remains.

Fertilize it liberally with osmocote and give it plenty of water.

In about 4 weeks, it comes back beautifully with much thicker foliage and denser blossoms than it had before I pruned it.

Bring back indoors in October just before the first frost.

Flower Arrangements

Agriculture Business Idea

Millions of flowers are purchased each year for every kind of occasion imaginable, and all of these occasions have one thing in common, the flowers have to be arranged once they arrive at the event.

11th Corn Flower festival

Annual Corn Flower Festival

Dufferin County Museum and Archives (DCMA) will celebrate the famous Corn Flower glassware pattern at its Annual Corn Flower Festival this Sunday, June 7.

National peony show comes to Kingwood

A national show is truly a big event

A national show is truly a big event. It's a show that many people have never seen. Entries are in the hundreds. The peonies are spectacular, many with unusual form and color and some with giant sizes. And there will be plenty of expert growers and exhibitors to help answer your questions.

Thin, dry flowers are best and easiest to press

pressing flowers

Lush, plump petals can be a flower's greatest asset in the garden, but when the blooms are pressed, their natural moisture may cause discoloration and mildew. Of the many wild and cultivated flowers that are suitable for this preservation technique, thin and dry varieties, including larkspur, violets and pansies, yield the best results with minimal effort.

Some flowers are self-planting

NO PLANTING NEEDED

Are you tired of playing nursemaid to baby flowers, seedlings that each year you plant in containers, carefully nurture, then plant out in the garden once the weather settles? Besides watering each carefully, you also, of course, have to decide where to plant them.

Flowers Consortium Faces Hefty Loss From Hypo

JC Flowers

A consortium led by financial investment specialist JC Flowers is facing potentially the largest European private equity loss on record after shareholders in distressed lender Hypo Real Estate Holding AG (HRX.XE).

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Louisville Rose Society's first garden tour on Sunday, 7th June

Rose garden tour

The Louisville Rose Society will hold its first-ever public rose garden tour from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. The six gardens on the tour are at the homes of Jim and Barbara Preston in Hurstbourne, Shelley and Don Lockhart in Crescent Hill, Sheldon and Edie Rein in Crossgate, Sharon Wuorenmaa in Middletown, Carolyn and Charles Phelps in Highview and Monty Justice in Lyndon.

Little Clacton Home and Garden Show on 6th & 7th June at Plough Corner

Village set for garden weekend

GARDEN lovers will be flocking to Little Clacton for a village version of the Chelsea Flower show. Little Clacton Home and Garden Show is being held on Saturday and Sunday, on the Parish Fields at Plough Corner. The field will be awash with colour, with a plethora of plants and shrubs, demonstrations and gardening tips and accessories.

Oregon Floral Farms Continues to Grow Organically in More Ways

Floral Farms celebrates its tenth year

This year, Oregon Floral Farms celebrates its tenth year of supplying custom and creatively hand-tied organic floral bouquets to customers throughout the region. And, as they continue to grow flowers, so does their business grow. While their hand-tied organic floral bouquets have received much attention over the past 10 years, they have evolved into a supplier of conventional/mainstream and hand-tied bouquets as well.

Flower market is a blooming great day in Moray village

Colourful flower market

HUNDREDS of people headed to a colourful flower market held under bright blue skies in a Moray village at the weekend. The annual event, held at the Salmon Green at Burghead, attracted almost 20 traders from a wide area. Elizabeth Main, chairwoman of the village's floral committee, said it had been a great day for everybody involved.

Ranelagh school wins silver at Chelsea Flower Show

Ranelagh celebrates its 300th anniversary

The Ranelagh school had a blooming victory when it grabbed a silver at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show. The prize has put extra sparkle into what has so far been a very special year for Ranelagh as it celebrates its 300th anniversary.

Aspen offers businesses money to plant flowers

Plant flowers in front of stores and offices

The city of Aspen is offering businesses up to $200 each to plant flowers in front of stores and offices. A total of $2,000 in flower money is available. That's on top of the $18,000 the city spends each year on flower beds and hanging baskets in the downtown area.

Angle Wing Begonias

By Volindah Costabell: I was given an angerl wing begonia which belonged to my late grandmother and then my aunt. My aunt told me it would grow and bloom, etc. Well, one of the stems came off. We have had the plant for two years. It has gotten leggy but no new shoots or blooms. I really want to make this plant thrive. What do I do?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Volindah Costabell,

Angle Wing Begonias are easy to grow and wonderful houseplants year-round.

They need bright light.

Fertilize every month only between April and October with a dilute 20-20-20 mix.

Angle Wing Begonias should be placed in a bright east or west window. Bright light intensifies the leaf colorations and promotes good flower development.

Probably your Angel wing begonia is not receving sufficient Bright light, due to which the flowering is not seen.

Water the plants only when the soil is dry.

Bird of Paradise and other tropical plants

By Tim: The leaves of my bird of paradise plant come out and immediately curl---what am i doing wrong?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Tim,

Curling and browning foliage points to drying out, either in the root area or in the air surrounding the leaves. Curling leaves on Bird of Paradise and other tropical plants may be avoided by misting the foliage numerous times per day (especially early morning before direct sunlight and early evening). This will cut down on the amount of moisture the leaves lose and keep them happier. Water twice each week depending on weather and amount of wind and fertilize monthly with a balanced plant food.

Transplanting Iris

By Sondra stout: I am transplanting my iris i have about 100 bulbs.

We moved into a home recently and the old owner planted these beauty's in full sun Can i plant these now for spring?

I have a spot along a fence that gets partial sun but mostly shaded will it be a good spot? the soil is dark black relly good?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sondra,

The best time to plant or transplant Iris is right after they have finished flowering or during the fall and winter.

Iris needs Full sun to partial shade

Iris prefer sun but will tolerate partial sun, (no more than 2 hours of shade per day).

Irises in shade may grow a bit stragglier, but flower just fine. But it can be planted but not recommended.

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Navarre Garden Club plans annual flower show on June 3-4

Standard Flower Show

The Navarre Garden Club will sponsor its annual flower show entitled "Celebration" at the Navarre Visitor Center on June 3-4. The club has advanced this year's flower show from "Small-Standard" Show to a Standard Flower Show.

UAF flower planting scheduled on Wednesday June 3

15th annual campus flower planting

University of Alaska Fairbanks students, staff, faculty and community members are invited to grab their favorite garden gloves and lend a hand during the 15th annual campus flower planting on Wednesday. Planting will take place from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m. A barbecue for volunteers will be at noon at the chancellor's home. Parking is free in the Nenana lot across from the Patty Center. The "flower shuttle" will check in outside Constitution Hall.

453 flowers on display at the 14th annual Daylily Show

Green thumbs show off daylilies

A subtle, sweet scent enveloped passers-by, who strolled and stopped along the aisles to admire one of the 453 flowers on display Saturday at the 14th annual Daylily Show. Bedecked in buds and ribbons, the daylilies stood proudly in vases and or snuggled in bowls, after being judged in 10 different divisions by judges from across the Southeast.

Vadodara horticulturists see export potential in Dutch rose

Flower's market in central Gujarat

A horticulturist from Lilipura village in Karjan taluka has taken up an initiative to export locally grown Dutch roses to USA. Rakesh Patel's move is likely to boost the flower's market in central Gujarat as well.

37th Annual Flower Show set for June 5-7 in the Music Pier auditorium

Longest running event

Party themes will be featured in the Artistic Design Division of Ocean City's 37th Annual Flower Show set for June 5-7 in the Music Pier auditorium, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace.

Alpine plants

By Ms S Golder: Can alpines grow in plastic containers?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Golder,

Alpine plants can be planted in plastic containers.

I think 3-4 inch are most suitable and plastic ones are by far easier to manage!

Flower festival celebration in Shipbourne church on May 30

Filled with flowers over the bank

SHIPBOURNE church was filled with flowers over the bank holiday weekend to celebrate the refurbishment of the Lady Vane chapel and the completion of work to the roof. Member of the congregation Lynette Sargent suggested the idea for the flower festival as a celebration as one had not been held in the church for more than 20 years.

Oregon Floral Farms Continues to Grow in More Ways than One

Hand-tied organic floral bouquets

This year, Oregon Floral Farms celebrates its tenth year of supplying custom and creatively hand-tied organic floral bouquets to customers throughout the region. And, as they continue to grow flowers, so does their business grow. While their hand-tied organic floral bouquets have received much attention over the past 10 years, they have evolved into a supplier of conventional/mainstream and hand-tied bouquets as well.

University of Missouri Eagerly Awaits Bloom of Big Stinky 'Corpse Flower'

plant hasn't bloomed in eight years

The school has opened a greenhouse to the public in anticipation of the imminent bloom of a "Corpse Flower." The plant hasn't bloomed in eight years, and opens for less than a day. It gives off a pungent odor similar to rotting meat, to attract the beetles that pollinate the plants.

Piers Bowley from Cirencester helps win gold at Chelsea Flower Show

Nurseryman has received recognition

A COTSWOLDS nurseryman has received recognition on the grandest stage by helping win a gold medal at this year's Chelsea Flower Show. Piers Bowley, from Cirencester, grew and supplied a large quantity of the plants for this year's Hardy Plant Society display at Chelsea flower show which was awarded a gold medal and also chosen as the backdrop when the Queen presented HRH the Prince of Wales with the RHS 'Victoria medal of honour'.

Don't Miss: Last Days of Epcot Flower Fest till May 31st

Flower Power show

The bloom is almost off the rose for this year's Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. Sunday is the last day to admire the vast expanse of flower beds, topiaries, displays and foliage brought into the theme parks for the festival. The weekend's Flower Power concert artist will be Tony Orlando.

Marguerite daisy-kelwayi flower

By Pat: Can I transplant my anthemis tinctoria marguerite daisy-kelwayi in the fall?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Pat,

Marguerite daisy-kelwayi is a 24", lemon-yellow daisy-like 2 inch flowers that bloom all summer long and into the fall. They are Strongly scented with attractive gray-green foliage.

Flowers are used for yellow dye.

Not sure, but it is said that they do not transplant well.

Oriental lily plant

By Kelli: I recently bought an oriental lily plant and one of the flower blooms on it is wilting and dying. is there a spot on the stem i should cut this off or do i just leave it?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Kelli,

If the lily flower is in its usual process of wilting, then don't panic.

Look for some more spots on the stem, if not present, then cut the part of stem with the spot.

44th International Floraart Flower Show at Zagreb's Lake Bundek till May 31

See the Wonderful Flowers

AGREB, CROATIA - Croatian President Stjepan Mesic opened the 44 th international Floraart floral show at Zagreb's Lake Bundek on Tuesday. Visitors are free to see the wonderful flowers until May 31, no entrance fee required. The show takes place on over 30 hectares of open space and 2,000 squared metres of closed surface with 160 Croatian and 15 foreign exhibitors from 10 countries - Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Italy, Hungary, the Netherlands, Germany, USA and Slovenia.

Jakarta's annual flower promotion kicks off

Decorative potted plants

Jakarta's annual flower and potted plants promotion event kicked off Thursday in the city's most renowned flower trade center, the Rawabelong market in West Jakarta. The promotional event will run for three months, significantly longer than last year's event, which only ran for a week.

14th Annual Daylily Show at Lake Terrace Convention Center on May 30th

Official flower of the City of Hattiesburg

The 14th Annual Daylily Show will be held Saturday at Lake Terrace Convention Center. In addition to showing a variety of daylilies entered for judging, the show also will feature the flowers used in arrangements. Other show activities include a plant sale and educational sessions. The daylily is the official flower of the City of Hattiesburg.

Jamalpur market blooming with fake flowers!

Fake flowers taking the place of real ones

AHMEDABAD: A leisurely stroll through city's famous Jamalpur flower market throws up some surprise bouquets. The extreme heat has resulted in fake flowers taking the place of real ones in pots and torans as well. Real blooms have lost the battle against the merciless sun. Not many flowers can survive temperatures around 44 degrees Celsius. So, you have artificial flowers adorning bridegrooms' cars on the biggest day of their lives!

120 entries in flower show at Vankleek Hill

Daffodils and Spring flowers

VANKLEEK HILL - Sixteen participants prepared 120 exhibits for the Vankleek Hill and District Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show, which included tulips, daffodils and spring flowers and shrubs. Brianna Beauchamp won a prize for best daffodil entered in the show and won the Champlain Township trophy for the best flowering tree/shrub. Colesie Malloy was congratulated for having the best tulip in the show.

Rawa Belong flower festival in West Jakarta from May 27 to July 26.

Flowers and Ornamental plants

Jakartans, especially plant lovers, can enjoy many kinds of flowers and ornamental plants in a festival which takes place in Rawa Belong in West Jakarta, from May 27 to July 26. The event is aimed at promoting decorative plants, including anti-pollution plants, to public.

Gerbera daisies

By John mel bernardo miraña: what are the benefits of daisies flowers?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear John,

Gerbera daisies (Gerbera jamesonii) are useful as cut flowers, pot crops, and bedding plants when planted outdoors in full sun.

Moon flower

By Roxanne: I have grown a moon flower vine successfully in Hoboken, NJ (North Jersey) over the summer and about 6 weeks ago about 5 large green pops started growing (definately different in structure to the flower bud). Are these seed pods? Should I have removed them prior to the first frost (last week) or do I can I still do so, successfully? how do I store and/or maintain same?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Roxanne,

If you want to collect the seeds then,

You can gather the seed from seed pods in late winter or early spring.

Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade.

Allow the flowers to dry.

Allow pods to dry on plant.

Then break open to collect seeds.

Storing the seeds:

If you're worried about frost before the seed pods dry out completely, remove them and finish drying them inside.

The seeds can be dried, and then stored them over winter in paper bags.

Ruthin nursery claim 100th gold medal at Chelsea Flower Show

Fifth firm in the Chelsea Flower Show

A NURSERY has become only the fifth firm in the Chelsea Flower Show's 205-year history to win 100 Royal Horticultural Society medals. Dibley's Nursery in Ruthin clocked up its 20th gold at the national showcase last week. The Llanelidan specialists exhibited their new streptocarpus varieties, begonias and other house plants.

Eagle Sweet Peas scores Silver Gilt success at Chelsea show

Secured Gold Gilts in three previous shows

SUCCESS at the Chelsea Flower Show was sweet for a specialist flower grower from near Uttoxeter. Derek Heathcote, who runs Eagle Sweet Peas, in Stowe-by-Chartley, took home a prestigious Silver Gilt from the world-renowned event over the weekend.

Florist insists Corsham economy is blooming

People love buying flowers

A new florists has opened in the Martingate Centre in Corsham despite the wilting economy. Daisy Chain, run by Amanda Child, from Bradford on Avon, is thriving in the shopping precinct as the only shop that specialises solely in flowers.

Hats off to Biggleswade florist for winning silver gilt medal at the Chelsea Flower Show

Skipps Florist on Biggleswade

Hats off to a Biggleswade florist who won a prestigious silver gilt medal at the Chelsea Flower Show for her stunning hat - made entirely of flowers. Clare Allen, who has owned Skipps Florist on Biggleswade High Street for the past six years, came second in the Royal Horticultural Society Florist of the Year competition after creating a hat made of flowers, berries, leaves and grasses.

The Garden Show and Spring Festival in Beirut till May 30

More than 200 exhibitors taking part

The largest garden of the metropolis, surprisingly, will be putting down roots in the Beirut Hippodrome for the next few days. The Garden Show and Spring Festival, an eclectic fair that will give a projected 20,000 Beirutis a whiff of the summer to come, opened on Tuesday at the Beirut Hippodrome. This is the sixth edition of the Garden Show, which is receiving an increasing number of visitors each year and is clearly taking root in Beirut.

Annual flower show at the Navarre Visitor Center on June 3rd & 4th

Navarre Garden Club sponsors

The Navarre Garden Club will sponsor their annual flower show at the Navarre Visitor Center on June 3rd & 4th. The show this year is titled "Celebration", and has advanced to a Standard Flower Show. In past years it was always a "Small-Standard" Show.

Pink Willow

By Dan: What are Pink Willows?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Dan,

They are GrafteAdenium "Pink Willow".

This Vietnam hybrid is a light purple flower wich looks like Beauty of Taiwan. Light darker pink lines inside each petal and longer and sharper point leaves of Pink Willow differs this from Beauty of Taiwan.

Beautiful flower in the world

By Alisha: What is the most beautiful flower in the world?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Alisha,

Ofcourse,The Rose is the most beautiful flower in the world.

Kimjongiliain of begonia family is considered as the most beautiful flowers in Asia.

But in other continents many flowers are given due importance.

Such flowers are The Tulips, The Gerberas, The Lilies etc.

Triple award success for Capel Manor college at Chelsea Flower Show

Silver Gilt medals

STUDENTS from Capel Manor College scooped three medals at the Chelsea Flower Show. Three gardens designed by the students, including one by those based in the college's headquarters in Bullsmoor Lane, Enfield, won Silver Gilt medals at the prestigious show. 'The Cottage Garden' was recreated for the show by Capel Manor's designer and senior gardener Julie Phipps and the director of estates Nicholas Evans.

North Carolina ranks fifth in the nation in Floriculture production.

NC's Economy "Blooming Cash"

North Carolina-grown flowers and ornamental plants not only brighten the landscape, but they also brighten the economy, generating nearly $217 million in farm income and providing employment opportunities statewide. "North Carolina ranks fifth in the nation in floriculture production, and this segment of the industry contributes significantly to the state's overall agricultural economy," said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. "We have more than 20 million square feet of total floral greenhouse area and nearly 800 aces of outdoor floral production in the state."

Viagra Used At Chelsea Flower Show

Research on the cut flowers

Eyebrows were raised recently at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show when the celebrity gardener Mr. David Domoney gave some advice about how to look after plants. He spoke about how by using the erectile dysfunction medication Viagra it is possible to make wilting blooms look better and stay erect for a longer time than normal. Many people thought he was joking and in fact making a pretty poor and crude joke but the truth is that Viagra really does work on plants in the same way that it works on the male sexual apparatus.

Hawaii floriculture sales down 9% in 2008

Crop losses from volcanic emissions

Hawaii's floriculture and nursery products were valued at an estimated $98.6 million in 2008. The National Agricultural Statistics Service's Hawaii Field Office said the value was down 9 percent from $108.7 million in 2007. The report said the industry still is a major contributor to Hawaii's agriculture. Growers commented on slower business in 2008 as a result of the sluggish economy, crop losses from volcanic emissions on the Big Island, adverse weather conditions and the high cost of farming.

Elm Bank open house, flower show from May 30-31

Standard flower show

Imagine spending a day seeing dozens of designs by top Massachusetts floral designers, enjoying gardens created and lovingly preserved over decades, appreciating an exhibition of Ikebana, getting your gardening questions answered by experts, and shopping for stunning plants. The "Open House" weekend at the Elm Bank Reservation, May 30 and 31, is just such an opportunity.

Daylily-themed flower show at Burney Garden

Monthly floral exhibitions

Fifth of the series, the theme of the monthly floral exhibition for May was daylily (hemerocallis aurantiaca). May is the month in which daylilies blossom. It's very sensitive flower having single-day life; as the evening falls they fade away. These flowers can be found in all colours except blue and white. Once planted one can enjoy daylilies for four years after which they stop blooming.

Drying Flowers with a Microwave

By Jackie: What is the easiest way for me to dry gerber daisies?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Jackie,

I think Drying Flowers with a Microwave is the best one for the gerbera daisies.

Method of Microwave Drying.

1. Find a microwave-safe container that will hold your flowers and fit into the microwave. (Do not use a dish you might want to use for food again after this project.) Your flowers will dry to the shape of the bottom of your container if you do not support them, so you will need to use silica gel in the container to help the flowers maintain their shape. Cover the bottom of the container with about an inch or two of silica gel (more for larger blossoms), place your flowers in the gel with the flower blossom opening upward, and then gently pour gel over the flower to ensure all petals are positioned to dry properly. If you are not careful with the gel, you can flatten your petals. Still, be liberal with it for best results. Don't worry; your silica gel can be used over and over again.

2. Microwave temperature and time will vary from flower to flower, so find the right recipes by trial and error. Place your uncovered container in the microwave. A safe bet is to start the microwave on one or two levels above defrost for 2-5 minutes. Roses can withstand more heat; daisies prefer lower temperatures. Start with a short amount of time, checking your flower's progress periodically. If it doesn't seem to be drying, you can increase heat and time accordingly.

3. Once your flowers have dried, open the microwave and immediately cover the container. Remove the covered container from the microwave, open the top a quarter of a centimeter, and let it sit for 24 hours. Once the flowers have cooled, clean off the petals with a fine brush and mist them with an acrylic spray.

Young Jacaranda tree

By Lesley: I live in Spain and planted a young jacaranda tree last year, it had one main small trunk with a couple of leaves on it. This year the main trunk has died and there are many leafy shoots growing from the bottom of it, many people in the area seem to have the same experience. Has the tree died or do I just leave the leafy shoots to grow and eventually a trunk will form?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Lesley,

You all had some problem in your area i suppose.

Anyways, Leave the leafy shoots to grow and eventually a trunk will form.

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Flowers Dance At Ooty ( India )

A lot of rare flowers

Flowers including roses, daisies, lilies and orchids are dancing in the hill resort of Ooty. The 113th flower show at the Botanical garden in Tamil Nadu is attracting large number of tourists and flower lovers from all over the country. The estimate of the flowers on display is more than one million. he major attractions at the show are a 60 feet long aeroplane decorated with 8000 roses, a 50 feet huge car and a model train decorated with flowers. There are a lot of rare flowers as the blue orchids, the green lilies etc.

Tanzanian flower growers had limited access to reliable airfreight service

Booming exports of flower

About 400 tonnes of flowers, fruits and vegetables were air freighted to markets in Europe by a subsidiary company of the Tanzania Horticultural Association (Taha), during the past five months. Taha Fresh Handling Limited, was established by the association late last year under a Usaid Tanzania Airfreight Programme to assist horticulture exporters.

Flower power with petunias

Hanging baskets

Flowers of the doubles are almost carnation-like in appearance, producing huge heads of colour, with bicoloured varieties again especially eye-catching. Again bedding and containers is where to plant them and they will give a rich reward of kerb appeal. With three double types dead-heading regularly is essential of blooms.

Liverpool florist wins Young Chelsea Florist of the Year

City centre florist

A YOUNG florist from a city centre store has landed a major prize at the world-renowned Chelsea Flower Show over the Bank Holiday weekend. Joe Massie, 21, creative director at city centre florist Fishlocks, was named Young Chelsea Florist of the Year having overcome competition from more than 400 entrants at the Royal Horticultural Society?s most prestigious show.

20th annual Cahaba Lily Festival this Saturday ( May 30 )

Cahaba Lily Festival

West Blocton's Cahaba Lily Festival got its start 20 years ago when members of the West Blocton Improvement Committee tried to come up with ways to perk up their hometown. Organizers hope the 20th annual festival, to be held Saturday downtown at The Lily Center on Main Street, will do the same thing.

Pink roses with dew

By Kasumi: what do pink roses with dew on them mean?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Kasumi,

We do not have such information. But if you have the info you can share with us, the flower community.

Anyways, pink rose means Perfect Happiness, Secret Love, Grace & Sweetness

Indecision.

Kangaroo Paw Plant

By Sari: I live in the Pacific Northwest and I have a large, beautiful Kangaroo Paw plant on my deck. I would like to save it for next summer. Can you over-winter them indoors? Any info would be of help?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sari,

It's unlikely for Kangaroo paw to survive the winter in the Pacific Northwest.

Try it , All The Best.

Summer festival and flower show at Bryant Park ( Kodaikanal ) on this Saturday

Flowers imported from Holland

A rose garden will be developed at Bryant Park and safety grills installed around Pillar Rock, Guna Caves and around Kodaikanal lake, according to R. Kirlosh Kumar. He was inaugurating the summer festival and flower show at Bryant Park here on Saturday. The district administration had sent proposals at an estimated cost of Rs.5 crore for various development activities on the hill station.

Flowers Foods Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Earnings on May 27

Flowers operates 39 bakeries

Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO) will review first quarter fiscal 2009 earnings and take questions from analysts during a live webcast on May 27, 2009. Flowers Foods will release first quarter earnings on May 27 prior to the webcast.

Kenyan flowers hit by recession

Serious loss on flowers

Kenya's flower growers are suffering as demand for their crops, one of the country's flagship exports, has been hit by the global recession. Earnings have shrunk by 35% this year compared to the same period last year, said the Fresh Produce Exporters' Association of Kenya (FPEAK).

Auction centre for cut flowers in Coimbatore

Auction centre for roses and cut flowers

The Agricultural Marketing Committee has constructed an auction centre here for the flowers at a cost of Rs. 10 lakh. An official of the Agriculture Marketing Directorate here told The Hindu that 39 green houses had come up in the Karamadai region in the recent years for cut flowers and roses. The farmers had sought marketing facilities.

Belgian Ambassador visits 113th flower show in Udhagamandalam

Indian and Japanese flower arrangements

Belgian Ambassador, Jean M Deboutte today visited the ongoing 113th annual flower show at this picturesque hill resort town. Deboutte, acccompanied by his wife, went around the park where the three-day flower show is on. More than 50 varieties of potted plants and 150 varieties of cut flowers, besides Indian and Japanese flower arrangements, are exhibited by the competitors.

New spring flower show is planned for Boston

137-year-old show

Now Paragon Group of Needham has announced it will stage a new Boston Flower & Garden Show on March 24-28. Many people who helped organize the old show are on board, said Carolyn Weston, who now works for Paragon after being laid off with most of the horticultural society staff after the 2008 show.

Mexican Heather

By Linda Mennella: I bought a plant that is called, per the label, "Mexican Heather". According to the internet, it does not exist. Help! Is it a perenial? Zone 7 If I have to bring it in (it's in a pot) alot of water?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Linda,

Mexican Heather is also called as False Heather.

Scientific Name is Cuphea hyssopifolia Kunth

Synonym are Parsonsia hyssopifolia, Cuphea carthaginensis

Mexican Heather Plants are readily available in the spring and would probably give you quicker and healthier results, but due to curiosity, you may want to try and overwinter your plant.

You can overwinter it indoors or under your house--protecting it from freezing.

Mexican Heather are not hardy, so it will either need to be replanted every season, or take cuttings for new plants from your old, before a frost.

Heather in Desert conditions

By Robert: Is it possible to grow heather in Desert conditions? our heat can be as high as 40 to 50C and humiditiy up to 80%, I am also trying to grow Fuscia, but it always seems to fail?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Robert,

Yes, Heathers can survive temperatures around 40 degree centrigrade.

It is possible to grow Heather at that temperatures.

Kettering florist wins gold at Chelsea Flower Show

District Flower Club

Sandra Naylor of the Garden Room in Hawthorn Road, Kettering worked through the night on Wednesday to complete the eight foot by four foot display featuring roses and pianese. Mrs Naylor, with help from Joan Spencer from the Kettering and District Flower Club, picked up the top prize in the flower arranging competition.

Second annual Polo Flower show at the Polo Town Hall on Aug 1

Polo Women's Garden Club

The Polo Women's Garden Club Second Annual Flower Show will be held on Saturday, Aug. 1 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Polo Town Hall. This year's theme is "Flowers and Butterflies". After a great show and turnout last year, the garden club has decided to sponsor another one with even more to see and do.

Cayman captures gold medal at Chelsea Flower Show in London

Undersea Reef Garden

The Cayman Islands' Undersea Reef Garden was awarded two medals - gold in the floral category and the "President's Most Creative Award" - at this week's Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show in London.

Suffield Floral designer works the White House

The master floral designer

Ruth Loiseau makes it look so simple. The master floral designer, who lives in Suffield, briskly assembled nearly a dozen spectacular flower arrangements during a presentation at DesignSourceCT as she described working with the White House florists since the Reagan administration.

Rose City Renaissance effort to hang flower baskets in downtown Norwich

Remove the flowers from the budget

A Gales Ferry landscaping company has made sure downtown will be colorful this summer. Bill and Linda Lillie of Sprigs and Twigs Landscapes donated $4,000 to the Rose City Renaissance effort to hang flower baskets from the period lampposts along Main Street and the downtown area.

Flowers on paper at New York Botanical Garden

18th-century portraits of peonies

Most people visit the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx to see flowers. But tucked away in a gallery adjoining the LuEsther T. Mertz Library at the garden is a lesser-known floral treasure: an exhibition of exquisite 18th-century portraits of peonies, irises and thistles.

Cherokee rose

By Michelle: I am planning a wedding for May and to cut costs I would like to know what pink flowers are in bloom in Georgia in May?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Michelle,

Cherokee rose, Helleborus orientalis, Begonias are some of the pink flowers blooming in late spring in Georgia.

Bird of Paradise

By Michelle: I purchased a Bird of Paradise in a 2 foot pot, plant stands 8 feet tall. Can I leave in the pot or transfer to bigger pot?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Michelle,

Yes, You can transfer your Birds of Paradise to a bigger pot.

While transferring, remember to go down ot the rootball and safely plant it again into another pot.

UAY to host 4th Annual Festival of Flowers on May 28

Flowers Floral Show and Competition

United Action for Youth will be hosting the 4th Annual Festival of Flowers Floral Show and Competition to be held at the Brown Deer Golf Course Clubhouse. This year's theme is Here Comes the Sun, Our Community Blooms Again.

London's Flower Boutique Introduces Its Newly Redesigned Web Site

Online flowers

London's Flower Boutique is pleased to announce the availability of its newly redesigned Web site. The new Web site, at http://www.londonflowerboutique.com, offers improved navigation and flower selection, beautiful, accurate photographs of bouquets and arrangements, and an (http://www.londonflowerboutique.com) online flower-ordering guide.

Top Gear plasticine garden takes 'gold' at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

May's Paradise in Plasticine garden

The Royal Horticultural Society is attempting to shrug off its stuffy image, judges awarded James May, the Top Gear presenter, a gold medal for his Plasticine garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The medal is also made from Plasticine. The gesture was a clear rebuff to traditionalists who had accused the garden selection panel of dumbing down the show.

Volunteers Wanted To Help Plant Flowers for the Downtown Waterfront.

Annual flowers to Bayfront Park.

The Greater Downtown Council and Duluth Downtown Waterfront District are seeking volunteers to help plant flowers for the Downtown Waterfront. On Wednesday, May 27, 2009, crates of annual flowers will be delivered to Bayfront Park.

Sonia Alvarez a floral designer gets certification during the TSFA Awards in Dallas on July 26

Texas State Florists

At the young age of 17, Sonia Alvarez could work as a floral designer in any shop. Alvarez, a Canutillo High School senior, recently earned the Texas State Florists Association High School certification. She also has received two scholarships totaling $2,500 from the Society for the Advancement of Floral Designs and the Seymour Carren Memorial, according to the Texas Floral Endowment Board.

Cosmos plant

By Bonie: Can I cut my cosmos down and will they grow back again?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Bonne,

After your cosmos have their first flush of blooms, cut them back for another one. Ater the flower are finished, cut them off. Pruning helps to prompt new growth and tidy up the plant.

Afterward, fertilize, water and await a whole new crop.

Yes, they will grow back.

Spring flowers

By Andrea Kalmes: I am thinking of having my wedding in April and I was wondering what would be good combinations of flowers and colors?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Andrea,

Spring flowers are in season during April. They are:

Alstroemeria, Agapanthus, Allium, Amaryllis, Anemone, Carnation, Antirrhinum, Aster, Bouvardia, Chrysanthemums, Cornflower, Crocus, Lily of the valley, Gypsophila, Daffodils, Daisy, Delphinium, Euphorbia, Gerberas, Freesia , Iris, Tulips, Rose, Mimosa Nigella, Orchid, Peony, Poppies, Ranunculus, Rose, Stock, Sweet pea.

Red color is the symbol of Love and Romance, White is for purity, Orange Blossoms for fertility. You can use the flowers with red and white colors combined with green foliage in the decorations.

FLORIST Neil Whittaker has been crowned top flower arranger

Flower and the glory for Neil

FLORIST Neil Whittaker has been crowned top flower arranger in one of the world's most prestigious competitions. Neil, 47,a star on the competitive floristry circuit, beat off competition from hundreds of others across the country before making a final shortlist of 15.

Kirstenbosch wins gold at Chelsea Flower Show

History of South African exhibits

The Kirstenbosch-South Africa exhibit at the Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show in London has scooped a gold medal - the 30th in the history of South African exhibits. This year's Chelsea Flower Show has been characterised by a sense of responsibility and sustainability.

Kalamazoo Valley Growers Co-Op has donated flowers for volunteers to plant

Flowers At The Capitol

The weather is warming up and dozens are getting the capitol ready for the summer season, planting flowers outside today. It's the 16th year the Kalamazoo Valley Growers Co-Op has donated flowers for volunteers to plant.

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Modernist gardens won the top awards at this year's Chelsea Flower Show

Chelsea Flower Show 2009

The Daily Telegraph garden by Swedish landscape architect Ulf Nordfjell won Best Show Garden at Chelsea Flower Show 2009. The only other show gardens to win gold was the Laurent-Perrier Champagne garden, a classical design by Luciano Guibbilei using hornbeam and yew hedges to recall the relationship between architecture and gardening, and a simple perfume garden by Laurie Chetwood and Patrick Collins.

The annual Newport Flower Show from June 26-28

Photography, butterflies at Newport Flower Show

The annual Newport Flower Show includes a Butterfly House and a new competitive Photography Division this year when it unfolds June 26-28 at Rosecliff, one of Newport's Gilded Age mansions. Hours for the show are 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. on Friday, June 26, and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on the weekend, June 27 and 28. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the gate.

Fragrant flowers

By Fermin Navar: Please advise me of where I can find a list of commonf fragrant flowers by country. i.e., Rose is a world wide flower, Tulips are common Europe and North America. I need this information for a project?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Fermin,

Apart from Roses, Tulips, some countries with fragrant flowers are

Germany - Narcissus

USA - Azaleas

UK - Heliotrope

Japan - Lilium auratum

France - Acacia farnesiana

China - Rhododenfron luteum

Australia - Golden Wattle

Africa - Gardenia

South America - Amaryllis

Iran - Jasmine

Flower grown in puerto rico

By Lucy Mercado: Could you please tell me every exotic flower grown in puerto rico? I know the hibiscus is the stste flower but i would like to see others as well?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Lucy,

Its difficult to give every flower name. so some of them are

Bananas

Gingers

Heliconias

Birds of paradise

Prayer plants

Cannas

Anthurium

Chelsea Flower Show: hard-up designers rely on fertile imagination

Chelsea Flower Show is feeling the pinch

It was not immediately apparent, not to judge from the amount of champagne on offer, or the six-figure gardens where flowers bloomed with a punctuality that owes more to big budgets than nature. But the signs were there all the same. A garden made out of old scrap when their main sponsor pulled out, and the former fashion designer Wayne Hemingway keeping his garden going by pedalling furiously on an exercise bike: the Chelsea Flower Show is feeling the pinch.

Insight Into Evolution Of First Flowers

Origin of flowering plants

Charles Darwin described the sudden origin of flowering plants about 130 million years ago as an abominable mystery, one that scientists have yet to solve. But a new University of Florida study, set to appear in the online edition of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, is helping shed light on the mystery with information about what the first flowers looked like and how they evolved from nonflowering plants.

Teleflora Hits it out of the Park With Flower Gifts for Father's Day

Father's Day product line-up

"Every year, kids scratch their heads to figure out what to give dear old dad and a bouquet is a great choice because men don't expect flowers," said Shawn Weidmann, president, Teleflora. "Our design team works hard to create floral gifts that would appeal to men and combining flowers with one of the country's favorite pastimes seemed to be the perfect combination."

Bangalore is the Garden City of India

Flowers among the green

Bangalore is called "Garden City of India", the "Pensioners' Paradise" and the "Silicon Valley". Twenty years ago, the city had managed to maintain its salubrious climate, but today the city is much warmer. Also, now there is indiscriminate cutting down of trees, either for widening roads or for building fly-overs.

London restaurants celebrate the Chelsea Flower Show at Royal Hospital Gardens ( 19th - 23rd May )

Annual flower show this week

The Chelsea Flower Show runs from 19 to 23 May at the Royal Hospital Gardens, Royal Hospital Road, London SW3 4SR. Alternatively here are a few horticultural-inspired treats you might enjoy before, after or in between admiring the flowers. The show, which starts on 19 May was first launched in 1852 and moved to its current site at London's Royal Hospital Gardens in 1912.

Cosmos are non-toxic

By Emily: Cosmos -

Are they very likely to reseed themselves? Does it work to save the seeds to replant?

Do the seeds need to dry on the plant to work next yr? Do you know if they pose a threat to wildlife? (IE. DEER, we live in the country)

What about farm animals? (IE, Sheep, Goats, Cows, Pigs, ETC.) There is a posibility that the garden area will be part of th epasture in the future.

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Emily,

As generous reseeders, you can either save the seed for next year's garden (remove the dried flower heads to get the seeds) or let nature scatter the seeds for you.

Yes, It does work to save the seeds to replant.

As of flowers, Cosmos are non-toxic, but the Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested.

So, therefore advice is to keep away the pets away from these plants.

Flowering cut flower stems

By Nancy: I live in New York, and I would love to have flowering fruit stems for my upcoming wedding in the spring. Can you tell me if I should be expecting higher prices per stem for apple, peach, orange and cherry blossoms than for tulips, daffodils or other more traditional spring flowers? Also, I'm near NYC, and I believe that the trees were in bloom around the end of April and beginning of May last year. Can anyone confirm or deny this faulty memory of mine?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Nancy,

If you are talking about the fruit and flower basket arrangement, then yes, defintiely they are costlier than just the flowering cut flower stems even if they are in the season.

Bank holiday flower festival at St Michael's Church ( Melksham ) on Friday, May 22

Flowers arranged by Melksham Flower Arranging Club

The festival at St Michael's Church in Canon Square will begin with a preview evening on Friday, May 22 at 6.30pm and will include flowers arranged by Melksham Flower Arranging Club. There will also be several organists playing at various intervals throughout the weekend.

Hanging flower pots now adorn the light posts

Flowers make Kalona look better

Downtown Kalona is looking better and better. Hanging flower pots now adorn the light posts on 5th and B Avenue thanks to the action and idea of a single individual; local business owner and Kalona Chamber of Commerce President, Larry Moeller. Larry envisioned this project and even more important acted upon it with success.

Individual Daylillies last only one day

New buds on the flower stalks

The modern varieties of daylilies have been developed from native Chinese species. Early settlers from Europe and Asia brought many of the original species with them to America. During the last 75 years, hybridizers in the United States and England have made great improvements in daylily varieties.

Bees use 'Velcro' to cling on to flowers while they drink nectar

Petals of flowers are lined with microscopic conical cells

Flowers have evolved a form of "natural Velcro" that helps bees cling on when collecting nectar, research has shown. The petals of most flowers are lined with microscopic conical cells but scientists had never been quite sure what they were for. Now British researchers have demonstrated that they help bees get a grip and so make it easier for them to feed.

Flower arrangements at the Community Garden Club at COHASSET

Cohasset's garden show is celebrating its 50th year

The flower and plant arrangements at the Community Garden Club of Cohasset's garden show depict 50 years of transformation. But members of the club, which is celebrating its 50th year, say that at it's core it hasn't changed much since those early days.

Annual flower show and dinner in the parish hall ( Canfield ) on May 27

Horticulture is between 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m

St. Michael Garden Guild will have its annual flower show and dinner May 27 in the parish hall. The Very Best of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons is the theme. The entry time for arrangements and horticulture is between 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Any member who has not received a flower show booklet can contact Marlene Ditchey.

Hybiscus plant

By Toni: I live in Central NJ and I have a beautiful hybiscus tree plant. It has thrived in a pot on my deck but soon it will be too cold to leave outside. How should I care for this plant so it will survive the winter indoors? How much sunlight / water / fertilzer and other care is needed? The plant is about 3 1/2 - 4 feet in height?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Toni,

In winter watch out for cold drafts that can give hibiscus frostbite. In the winter you also need additional light. I use simple fluorescent bulbs, often referred to as low energy light, which screw into regular sockets. For best effect, place the light as close to the plant as possible. In summer it is wise to protect the roots from excessive heat by using planters.

Iris bulbs in the ground

By Paul: I have had some Iris buylbs in the ground for about 7 or 8 years and this season the flowers just didn't really happen. Do bulbs only last a few years? Should i dig them up each year and store them in a dark place until next winter?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Paul,

Irises need 7 - 8 hours of direct sunlight for them to thrive, check weather it is receiving that.

However dig and reset clumps of iris that are crowded, usually every 3-4 years growth.

Reasons for non-blooming of Irises:-

Lack of full sun, good drainage, lots of space, and quality soil to bloom consistently.

Unfavourable weather conditions or late spring frosts can also harm bloom.

If you bury the rhizome too deeply, the plant may refuse to flower.

Have patience , Irises will bloom after division of clumps, as they are overcrowding.

Utah Museum of Fine Arts celebrates

Art and flowers

The biennial event will feature more than 30 interpretive floral arrangements created by Utah's top floral designers. Each artist selects an object from the museum's collection, and using flowers, greenery, custom-made containers - and his or her own artistic vision - creates a unique display to enhance, support and harmonize with the object.

Fragrant flower shortage on Oahu ( Honolulu )

Flowers short in supply

Several florists on Oahu say they are dealing with a shortage of fragrant flowers that are popular in leis. Some of the flowers short in supply heading into graduation and prom season are tuberose, pikake and ginger.

Volunteers to plant trees and flowers at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Camp-ground in Crosslake ( May 16th )

Flowers and the corps bought the maples

Youth and adult volunteers will gather at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 16, to plant trees and flowers at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Camp-ground in Crosslake. The project is the second annual JOIN HANDS DAY national day of service at the campground.

Wild iris flowers herald Willamette Valley spring

Rain showers have coaxed wild Oregon irises

Several days of sunshine interspersed between rain showers have coaxed wild Oregon irises (Iris tenax tenax) to display their creamy white to lavender to deep purple and occasionally yellow flowers in open and lightly shaded oak woodlands around Creswell. Native Americans used fiber from the light-green, grass-like leaves (the plant is also referred to as toughleaf Iris) for make cordage used in snares, nets and traps.

Flower growers get ready for 134th 2009 Troy Fair Flower Show

Large display arrangement of flowers

All flower growers should get their plants ready for the 134th 2009 Troy Fair Flower Show. People can bring in their entries between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, to the old Grange Horticulture Building, which is located down the hill from the Mitchell House. Doors close at 5 p.m. for judging, and exhibits may not be removed until between noon and 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 2.

New York Botanical Garden spring flower show till June 7th

50,000 Dutch flowering bulbs

The New York Botanical Garden invites local residents to visit its new spring flower show, "The Glory of Dutch Bulbs: A Legacy of 400 Years," open now through Sunday, June 7. This attraction celebrates the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson's arrival in New York by bringing a touch of Holland to the Bronx with a colorful showcase of nearly 50,000 Dutch flowering bulbs in the Haupt Conservatory.

Flower shop in Delhi

By Guest: I would like to open a flower shop in Delhi.Could you please advice me about few things i need to take care.I would like to know where i can get the expert flower arranger/florist.Could you advice?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest,

Cutflower industry is an ocean in itself. Do an extensive research before plunging into it.

Know what flowers are in seasons (availability).

Their native flowering plants

Their lifespan.

Their care

Their prices in the market.

Thier usage in the arrangements

Have to attend seminars, flower exhibitions etc, to know more about the flowers.

Flowers can be like cone like

By Rose: What type of flowers can be like cone like?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Rose,

These flowers look like Gingers. They are very rare.

They can look like a beehive or grains of wheat.

Tehran's biggest flower and plant exhibit on Monday

Flower and plant exhibit

Expediency Council Chairman Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani and Tehran Mayor Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf inaugurated Tehran's biggest flower and plant exhibit on Monday. Dozens of domestic and foreign companies are displaying their products at the exhibit.

Decorah Flower Basket Program enters its 12th year

200 flower baskets

Hanging flower baskets will soon grace downtown Decorah and the West Side. It's the 12th year of the program, which is run by Downtown Decorah Betterment Association but requires the support of dozens of volunteers. This year, 200 flower baskets will be hung along College Dr., Water St., Main St., State St., Washington St., Winnebago St., Court St. and Day Spring Lne.

Perennial plant sale in the Arts and Crafts Building (Crawford County) on May 16th

Wind and Flowers Garden Club

The Earth, Wind and Flowers Garden Club had its April meeting in the home of Sarah Kalb. President Dianna Zaebst welcomed Bev Sipe as the newest member and presented her with a gift. The flower show schedule for the county fair is complete. The theme is "A Trek Through the Universe." The club's perennial plant sale will be 9 a.m. to noon May 16 in the Arts and Crafts Building at the fairgrounds.

TWO flower arrangers from Scarborough are hoping to dazzle the judges at Chelsea Flower Show.

Top flower show on 19th May

Scarborough Flower Club members Alison Fenton and Julie Godfrey will be the first people from the club to exhibit at the prestigious event, which starts next Tuesday. During the contest they will have to construct a 6ft by 4ft display overnight which will be judged the following morning. The theme for the display is Treasures of the Garden.

The Plainfield Garden Club will be hosting a flower show on May 16th

Flower show at Union County College's Cranford campus

The Plainfield Garden Club, a member of The Garden Club of America, will be hosting "The Written Word," a flower show at Union County College's Cranford campus, 1033 Springfield Ave. The show will be held from 10 to 3 in the Victor M. Richel Student Commons and is open to public at no charge.

Festival of Flowers Floral Show at the Brown Deer Golf Course Clubhouse on May 28

Awards will be presented for Best in Show

Entries are being sought for the 4th Annual Festival of Flowers Floral Show and Competition to be held at the Brown Deer Golf Course Clubhouse on May 28. Awards will be presented for Best in Show, Most Creative Container, Best Use of Theme and a People's Choice Award for each division. All entries will be on display during an afternoon preview and be available for purchase through silent and live auctions during the evening reception.

white powdery patches on the leaves

By N.G.Hodges: My jasmine has developed white powdery patches on the leaves and to a lesser extent on the stems.I can see small black ?insects but this ? infestation is not responding to insecticide?advice?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Hodges,

Its better to remove the infested part from the healthy part of the plant.

Depending upon the local conditions, any advice can be taken from a local gardener.

By increasing the natural enemies like ladybettles in the garden we can check the spreading of this disease.

Try this:

A Remedy is to try is 1 Tbsp. of baking soda

Then add 1 gal of water, drench the soil and let the water drain out of the bottom.

Let the soil surface dry before watering again.

FTD's Mother's Day Mishap

Angry complaints about FTD

Twitter is abuzz with angry complaints about FTD not delivering flowers to recipients on Mother's Day. Apparently a number of Moms didn't receive their FTD flowers even though the senders made the orders early in the week. FTD.com still hasn't delivered the flowers I ordered Wednesday to my mom in the hospital, and they still haven't replied either.

Annual Flower City Days sale kicked off again Sunday at the Rochester Public Market

Flower City Days attract 7,000 shoppers

The annual Flower City Days sale kicked off again Sunday at the Rochester Public Market, attracting all varieties of gardeners and growers. Held for at least 20 years, the event featured the full complement of flowers, shrubs and herbs, as well as garden decor, mulch and manure.

Capay Valley garden tour showcases colorful flowers on Mother's day

California native flowers and shrubs

Several hundred people spent Mother's Day visiting public and private gardens across the Capay Valley as part of the annual Capay Valley Country Gardens Tour. Guests were able to stroll through the valley's finest gardens and see how California native flowers and shrubs were integrated into annual and perennial gardens, talk with gardeners in person and learn the secrets to their success.

Nairobi will soon have a designated flower market

Special flower mart

Nairobi will soon have a designated flower market where both vendors and buyers can converge and transact their business, a government official has said. This follows revelations by the newly appointed Nairobi Metropolitan Development Minister Njeru Githae that a flower market with facilities such as cold rooms would be set up within the City.

Albany's Tulip Festival at the Lake House in Washington Park on 17th May

Big Tulip Fest events

If you want any of the tulips on display for your own home garden, it is possible, but you have to wait until this weekend. On Sunday the 17th of May, the tulip bulbs will go on sale at the Lake House in Washington Park at 8:00am. The big Tulip Fest events kick off Saturday morning. Starting at 10:30am, there will be pre-coronation events at the Washington Park Lake House.

RHS Chelsea Flower Show in the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea ( 19th-23rd May )

200 fantastic floral displays in the great pavilion

It's the place to see the latest gardening trends, new plant species and more than 200 fantastic floral displays in the great pavilion. And there's the opportunity to buy new products, everything from pots to plants, and furniture to fountains.

Planting Hyacinth

By Mel Taylor: Planting Hyacinth. I am planning to plant 9 bulbs in our back yard in a newly contructed flower bed. Have read somewhere that they cannot be planted in full sun. Our landscape area is subject to full sun at least 6-7 hours a day. We live in the Northeast corner of Tennessee near the Holsten Mountains on the Virginia border. Am confused, need guidance and direction?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Mel,

Hyacinths need full sun to partial shade.

Yes, they can be grown in full sun.

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Artistic floral displays

The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show Charity Gala Preview is a midsummer's eve of entertainment, champagne and the very best in horticulture. So gather a group of friends or family, or plan a romantic treat for two, and indulge in an evening of dramatic gardens, artistic floral displays, live music and spectacular fireworks.

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Peoria Orchid Society's

The plants were in full bloom at the Peoria Orchid Society's annual Mother's Day show at Luthy Botanical Garden. Richard Petroski, president of the Orchid Society, said the flowers are special and popular because of their diversity.

Palm flowers after 40 years

Flowering Talipot Palm

A flowering Talipot Palm, which is the national tree of Sri Lanka, has been the focus of attention for the past couple of months right here in Trinidad. Many people have been stopping at the San Juan home of 53-year-old Martin Salandy to enquire about the rare and impressive sight in his backyard, which can be seen from miles away.

Oregon flower production ranks 10th nationally

Commercial flower growers

Spring blossoms are also sprouting dollar signs in Oregon. The state ranks 10th nationally for flower production, including tulips and daffodils that can be seen growing in fields off main highways in many parts of Oregon.

Got Mother's Day flowers? Ethiopia does, but few are buying.

Highland Flora farm

A local pop song trills out from the radio, filling the cavernous packing hall at the Ethio Highland Flora farm in Sabeta, a 45-minute drive from Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa. Dozens of workers tackle a seemingly endless stack of exotically named roses, separating the short stems and rotten petals from the bright Valentino, Duo Unique, Wild Calypso, and Alyssa blooms destined for Europe.

Expert flower arranger

By Guest: I would like to open a flower shop in Delhi.Could you please advice me about few things i need to take care.I would like to know where i can get the expert flower arranger/florist.Could you advice?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest,

Cutflower industry is an ocean in itself. Do an extensive research before plunging into it.

Know what flowers are in seasons (availability).

Their native flowering plants

Their lifespan.

Their care

Their prices in the market.

Their usage in the arrangements

Have to attend seminars, flower exhibitions etc, to know more about the flowers.

Heather plants in plastic containers

By Ms Golder: Can I grow heather plants in plastic containers?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sharon,

Yes, Heathers can be grown in containers.

IF any of your plant needs less water, then use terracotta clay pots, as they dry faster than the plastic containers.

Terra cotta pots are used for only drought tolerant plants.

Using the proper soil mix and attentive watering, plants do well in plastic pots.

If you tend to underwater your plants, plastic is a better choice than terra cotta for you. However, plastic containers may need to be weighted down to stay in place on windy days.

Plastic pots are inexpensive, lightweight and functional, and come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors.

South Cape Mother's Day Weekend Flower Walk & Shop

Weekend Flower Walk

Shop all day and wind up with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. That's the key idea behind a fun event taking place May 9 in South Cape. Called the "Mother's Day Weekend Flower Walk," shoppers are invited to visit select gift shops, jewelry stores and clothiers in the South Cape as the search for that perfect gift for their dear mother.

New faces needed at Ilkley flower show

Flower Show

The committee of Ilkley Flower Show, which has been running for 56 years, has lost a member to ill-health and its president, Maureen Pollard, is stepping down. This year's show is in the Clarke Foley Centre, Cunliffe Road, on Saturday, August 8. A fundraising coffee morning is being held at the same venue on Saturday, May 23, starting at 10am.

Voila! Its flower show in Chennai

Featuring flowers from Ooty

Featuring flowers from Ooty, Kodaikanal, Bangalore , Kerala, China, Holland and Switzerland, these flowers are definitely a must watch. Spread out spaciously in an air-conditioned hall, flowers here are changed every two days and are watered on a regular basis. Opens up Bhoopathy, Incharge of the flower arrangement, Flowers like tulips, roses, chrysanthemums, nishantas, wax flowers, lilies are all here and a floriculturist S.Sunder from Ooty came all the way to Chennai to conceptualize the whole fair.

Poppies beginning this weekend as part of a fund raising

Memorial flowers

Volunteers in Willits and across the country will be handing out red crepe paper poppies beginning this weekend as part of a fund raising drive to help needy veterans and their families. The American Legion and Auxiliary volunteers will be offering the poppies in front of Safeway and Rays place.

Some hydrangeas just keep on giving

Fresh Cut Flower

If you love hydrangeas and lament when they quit blooming for the year, then you need to put the award-winning Limelight hydrangea on the list of your must-have plants. This hydrangea gives an extended season of incredible blooms from midsummer through fall. The flowers start off a chartreuse lime, then change to bright, light lime that is almost white. As fall approaches, the flowers start turning pink.

Besides the usual flowers and candy

Plants and Mother's Day cards

The retail federation said that flowers remain the most popular gift for Mother's Day, but Casanova's Coffees & Fudge in Lewisville, and Sweetie's at Reynolda Village in Winston-Salem, both reported strong sales.

White powdery patches on the leaves

By N.G.Hodges: My jasmine has developed white powdery patches on the leaves and to a lesser extent on the stems.I can see small black ?insects but this ? infestation is not responding to insecticide?advice?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Hodges,

Its better to remove the infested part from the healthy part of the plant.

Depending upon the local conditions, any advice can be taken from a local gardener.

By increasing the natural enemies like ladybettles in the garden we can check the spreading of this disease.

Try this:

A Remedy is to try is 1 Tbsp. of baking soda

Then add 1 gal of water, drench the soil and let the water drain out of the bottom.

Let the soil surface dry before watering again.

Sunflower plants

By Garry Robinson: I planted sun flower seeds with my 5 year old son early in the year. 5 managed to grow fully, however one of them split about 4 feet up the main stem creating 2 stems both now have beautiful sun flowers at the top. I always thought sunflowers were solitary flowers so was surprised when we had "twins". Is this kind of thing common? will the seeds from these flowers create more "twins" next year?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Garry,

In a very few cases, we can see the twins on sunflower plants

I don't think the seeds from this plant will bear more plants with twin heads.

A flower show featuring a wide variety of flowers

1000 varieties of flowers

A flower show featuring a wide variety of flowers, arranged in vases and various designs was organised in Chennai. Called as 'Chennai Flower Show,' the show opened at Young Men Christian Organisation (YMCA) Grounds in Royapettah on Friday and will continue for ten days.

The third flower show at Nairobi's Village Market this weekend

Kenya Flower Council

The Kenya Flower Council (KFC) and flower vendors associations will this weekend stage the third flower show at Nairobi's Village Market. KFC chief executive, Ms Jane Ngige, said the 2009 show has been expanded in response to a growing local market as the industry strives to shed over-reliance on exports, which are currently smarting from the global financial crisis, and promote consumption of flowers locally.

Greenhouse fire destroys flowers destined for county facilities

Fewer flowers decorating county parks

A devastating fire that destroyed much of the county's main greenhouse in South Park likely means there will be far fewer flowers decorating county parks and facilities this summer.

Spring flowers bloom again in Polson

South Shore Green House

Spring is in full bloom at the South Shore Green House east of Polson on Highway 35. Four generations of the Shore family are busy planting, tending and selling flowers again this Spring. Folks from Kalispell to Missoula have been getting their flowers from the Shore Family for 31 years.

Soldiers' moms get flowers for Mother's Day

Frank Gallo Florist

Many moms across the state are going to be away from their sons or daughters this Mother's Day because they are fighting for our country in Iraq and Afghanistan. But that doesn't mean the soldiers can't send their moms flowers for the holiday.

Rotarians shower nursing home residents with flowers

Flowers to patients

Each year the Waltham Rotary Club delivers flowers to patients in Waltham's nursing homes. This year, Rotarians delivered hundreds of brightly colored carnations around the city Wednesday afternoon, bringing a bit of spring and a smile to nursing home residents.

Hibiscus plant recieves sufficient light

By Judy: I have a beautiful hibiscus that will not bloom. It had aphids, and we got rid of them, cut it way back, and it has come back beautifully this summer, but no blooms. Can you tell me what that is about and what to do?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Judy,

Check weather the hibiscus plant recieves sufficient light. Insufficient light is also the cause of poor flowering.(give as much direct sun as possible)

Prunning vigorously.(this has been done in your case)

Hibiscuses need direct sunlight as possible at least 4-6 hours a day, but eight hours of sun is preferred.

This will occur when newly purchased plants are repotted into a larger container or planted in the ground.

This also will occur when plants are cut back severely.

Short days and low temperatures also reduce flower production.

Usually the recommended fertilizers for the Hibiscus are 10-4-12, 9-3-12, or 12-4-18.

Liziathis

By Ruth Dermott: Do Liziathis do well in the house during winter?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Ruth,

Yes, they can be brought indoors, and place in a good sunlight position like south facing window.

Montauk Daisy plants

By Nan: A friend gave me several Montauk Daisy (Nippon Daisy) plants. They have lots of foliage and buds on the upper part of the plant, however the bottoms are very woody. Shoud I cut them back (after they bloom) or leave them as they are?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Nan,

Montauk daisies, get leggy, floppy, and out of control.

You can cut them back twice during the growing season:

(1) is during the middle of May when you see the growth starting to swell( cut them to 4 inches,)

(2) is during the last week of June (cut one half of what has grown since the May cut).

Don't do anymore trimming after the last week of June.

In your case, after the spent daisy flowers, the leaves will turn yellow in June and start to die back.

But now do not cut away the foliage but allow it to die naturally.

Transplanting Morning Glories

By Bill: Morning glory, how can you cut a vine and transplant it somewhere else?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Bill,

Morning Glories do not survive transplanting.

But they have a great reseeding capability.

You can plant them by sowing in favourable conditions.

Mature Morning glory seeds have pods which turn papery brown and become hard and they should be planted after soaking overnight in water.

Blooming of flowering plants

By Saqualia: Hi, I am trying to find the name of a flower that blooms either at night or during a different time. I also want to find the name of the flower that blooms daily. Can you please help?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Saqualia,

Blooming of flowering plants in a place differs from place to place.

Ex, a plant blooming through out the year in one place may not bloom the same way in another region.

So, specify the place, and we can try to identify the flowering plants blooming through out that place.

An advice is to visit a local nursery during various times of the year and make a note of what plants are in bloom at the time. Then, plan your garden accordingly.

Garden Clubs present Riverwalk flower show on May 8th & 9th

Cranford Community Center

The Floraphile Garden Club, The Garden Club of Cranford and The Green Thumb Garden Club present Riverwalk, a Standard Flower Show on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9 at The Cranford Community Center. Hours on Friday are 2 to 7 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free.

Give mom flowers

Carnations of various colors

East Sparta Business & Civic Association will again sell carnations of various colors for Mother's Day on Friday and Saturday, May 8-9. Buy one flower or a dozen for your special person at McDade's or Gene's Crossroads Market.

White House Floral Arranger returns to Cranford in May

Cranford Flower Show

Miller will appear on Saturday, May 9 at 2:30 p.m. in the Cranford Community Center on Walnut Ave. Miller, who appeared in Cranford in 2007, is back by popular demand to demonstrate her talents as an arranger.

Flower shop opens new location

Live and silk arrangements

Prairie Flowers recently opened at 121 S. Fifth St. and will continue to serve customers with fresh and silk floral arrangements. Upon entering the store, you can see two display coolers of colorful fresh cut flowers and shelves filled with a variety of giftware. Green plants are everywhere.

Why Kenya beats India in flower power

India emerging as a flower power

Talk to any flower seller and you are likely to hear an oft-repeated phrase about the nature of the business: Bika to phool, nahin to dhool (if it sells, it's a flower; if not, it's just dust). That says a lot about the perishable nature of the flower trade.

Cosmos plant

By Guest: What parts of the plant cosmos are poisonous? / follage or root ?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Guest,

It has been seen that all parts of the Cosmos plant like leaves, roots, flowers etc, are poisonous in nature.

There has been information regarding the parts of cosmos plant are poisonous, but there is no definite indication regarding which particular part of the Comos plant is poisonous.

Morning Glory

By Lawrence: I wanted to kindly know if the flower morning glory has the attribute in changing colors? I found some next to our yard they seem growing all over (wild), I dont know when we clooect them they are purple blue and when we carry them home they get pink?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Lawrence,

The Morning glory flowers start to fade a 2 hours before the petals start showing visible curling.

Probably because of that they start to lose their color from blue to pink.

Garden Club plans June 20 flower show

Lakeville Garden Club

The Lakeville Garden Club is planning its third flower show to be open to the public on Saturday, June 20. "Celebrating Summer" will be a full standard show with five design classes and six horticultural classes.

Beechmont Festival of Flowers is Saturday

Annual Festival of Flowers from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m

The Beechmont Neighborhood Association will hold its annual Festival of Flowers from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday at the gazebo at Southern Parkway and Woodlawn Avenue. The event will feature live music throughout the day, as well as the sale of herbs, perennials, bedding plants, ornamental planters and garden art.

Rare giant flowers blossom in Mekarsari

Corpse flower

Two kinds of rare giant flowers in Mekarsari, West Java, are expected to blossom until May 8. The rare flowers are Bunga Bangkai (corpse flower) and Amorphophalus beccarii. Amorphophallus beccarii blossomed between April 30 and May 1, while the corpse flower is expected to slowly blossom until May 8, peaking on May 4-5.

Small companies start to see new sales bloom

House of Flowers

That would be Brenda's House of Flowers, a Woodstock florist where recession has done some damage, forced some layoffs, compelled some other cost-cutting - and still not shaken confidence.

Bedale flower festival comes up roses

Excellent flower festival

ST Gregory's Church, in Bedale, celebrated the Bank Holiday weekend with an excellent flower festival, along with a craft and gift fair. Many visitors enjoyed the magnificent floral displays.

Dogwood Trail flower show set for June 6

Annual Dogwood Trail Garden

The annual Dogwood Trail Garden Club Flower Show will be held from 1-4 p.m. on June 6 in the Shell Knob Community Building on Highway 39 club member Elaine Esterl said in a news release.

Thessaloniki Flower Show till May 9

Flower Show in Thessaloniki

The Thessaloniki Flower Show organised by the northern Greek city's municipal authority opened its doors at its "Pedion tou Areos" park. The sixty producers participating in the exhibition are presenting original flower arrangements and plants, aiming to attract as many visitors as possible.

Dunweedin get behind Winsford schools' RHS Flower Show garden

Show at Tatton Park

A RECYCLING company has stepped in to help Winsford primary schools create their dream garden for the RHS Flower Show. Dunweedin', which makes gardening products from 100 per cent recycled tyres, answered calls for support following a recent article in the Guardian.

Hundreds enjoy Bath Spring Flower Show

Floral Art Competition

Hundreds of families enjoyed the bank holiday weekend sunshine at the Bath Spring Flower Show. The Royal Victoria Park was covered in a sea of tents and marquees to exhibit the work of some of the country's leading gardening experts.

Two Corpse Flowers in Bloom in UK

Huge flowering structure

One of the most spectacular plants to be found in the wet tropics zone of the Princess of Wales Conservatory [in Kew Gardens] is the titan arum. With its huge flowering structure [inflorescence] rising up to 3 meters above the ground and its single immense leaf, it certainly is a giant among plants, as its name suggests.

The club purchased the bulbs and planted them

Flowers in bloom

Last year, village officials gave the Baldwinsville Women's Garden Club money to buy flowers for village entryways. The club purchased the bulbs and planted them, and now tulips and daffodils can be seen as visitors and residents enter Baldwinsville. A beautiful showing of the project is pictured at Gateway Entry Park. Garden club members are hoping bulbs planted near the information booth along NYS Canal Lock 24 will be blooming during the upcoming CARP Tournament Series Northeast Regional, which will be held May 13 to 16 along the Seneca River.

Filoli's Flower Show coming up on Mother's Day weekend, May 7-10.

21st annual Flower Show

FILOLI'S 21st annual Flower Show, "Kaleidoscope of Flowers," where gorgeous floral arrangements and table settings will complement the splendor of the Filoli house and gardens, is on Mother's Day weekend, May 7-10.

Daylily society lets you be the judge during this year's show.

Traditional flower show

This year the Austin Daylily Society is doing something different. During its May 9 show, the society is breaking from the traditional flower show procedure and letting the public judge the show. This year will be the "People's Choice Awards." Everyone who comes to the show will be given a ballot to vote for their favorite entries.

April showers are giving way to much-anticipated May flowers

May flowers

April showers are giving way to much-anticipated May flowers. With prom season and Mother's Day quickly approaching, flowers are in the limelight more than ever. Our guide will give you tips and tricks to enjoy those great beauties of spring, and show you where to see them in person at area gardens.

Triple threat: Festival features wine, flowers, art

Beautiful day and a beautiful event

A smaller-than-usual crowd turned out Sunday afternoon for the eighth annual Wine, Flower & Arts Festival at Nipomo Old Town Nursery on West Tefft Street. "We had kind of a soft turnout," said Christy Laschiver, event chair, who said about 200 people attended the festival presented by Olde Towne Nipomo Association.

A beautiful bouquet of fresh, fragrant flowers

Flower Arrangements

Flowers remain one of the most popular Mother's Day gifts for the simple reason that a bouquet of colorful blooms is a delight to the senses. A beautiful bouquet of fresh, fragrant flowers is a timeless Mother's Day gesture.

Garden designer wins flower show gold award

HEBDEN Bridge garden designer

HEBDEN Bridge garden designer, Richard Easton, has for a second year running won the Gold Award with his students at the Harrogate Spring Flower Show. Richard teaches Garden Design at Craven College, Skipton, and together with his students has put together the Equilibrium Garden.

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Two of world´s smelliest flowers about to bloom

Titan Arum flower

Its bizarre appearance and sheer size have long attracted curious visitors and avid gardeners alike. But anyone wanting to see this Titan Arum flower would be wise to keep their distance this weekend. For when it blooms - which experts predict should occur in the next few days - it will release not the fragrant scent of most flowers, but a revolting stench rather like rotting flesh.

Chennai Flower Show 2009 from May 1st - 10th

First flower show

The 'Chennai Flower Show 2009' to be held at the YMCA Grounds from May 1st to 10th, will hold a display of varieties of flowers imported from different countries. Arrangement of flowers in the shape of a dinosaur, Taj Mahal, the map of India is the main attraction in this show.

THE Eckington Flower Festival on Saturday, Sunday and Monday

Flowers and fashion

THE Eckington Flower Festival and Open Gardens takes place this weekend and promises to be a great family day out. The festival is on Saturday, Sunday and Monday, from noon each day.

Kingwood Holds 11th Annual Spring Flower Festival Saturday

Tulips are in full bloom

The tulips are in full bloom and many of the spring flowers, trees and shrubs are looking their best for the anticipated hundreds of visitors for the event that runs from nine a.m. until five p.m. Those attending can purchase plants, take in vegetable lectures, listen to music and children and participate in lawn games and enter in the scarecrow contest.

Three Village Flower Shoppe Announces Redesigned Web Site

Flowers and floral arrangements.

Three Village Flower Shoppe, a local florist in Setauket, NY, is pleased to announce its newly redesigned Web site. The new Web site is located at www.ThreeVillageFlowerShop.com (http://www.threevillageflowershop.com), and features improved navigation, a secure shopping environment, and exceptional photos of available flowers and floral arrangements.

Dana Street K Kids plan flower sale

Multi-colored carnations

The members of the K Kids Club at Dana Street Elementary School will have a flower sale at the all-you-can-eat breakfast being sponsored by the Swoyersville Kiwanis Club from 8 a.m.-noon Sunday at the Swoyersville American Legion on Shoemaker Street. Multi-colored carnations will be sold with all the proceeds benefiting the Children's Miracle Network.

chrysanthemum show in Oamaru this weekend

Waimate flower

The chrysanthemum grower will be exhibiting his blooms at the South Island chrysanthemum show in Oamaru this weekend. The show, being held in conjunction with the North Otago Horticultural Society's autumn show, will be open to the public in the Scottish Hall between 2.30pm and 4pm on Saturday, and 10am and 4pm on Sunday.

92nd Flower Mart will take place Friday and Saturday, May 1 and 2.

Purchase the flowers

The Flower Mart, a Baltimore tradition, began May 4,1911. There was much going on in Baltimore that day. In the crowded Lyric Theater, President Taft was opening the third annual Peace Conference and sharing the speaker's platform with Andrew Carnegie and Cardinal Gibbons.

National Wildflower Week in the country will take place from May 2-9

Hundreds of native flowers

The largest celebration of National Wildflower Week in the country will take place here May 2-9. NYC Wildflower Week celebrates all things green and wild in the Big Apple - the hundreds of native flowers, trees, shrubs and grasses that are nestled in the five boroughs.

Celebrate inspirational gardens across the Chichester district

Fantastic floral display

Do you have a fantastic floral display, a wonderful wildlife haven or a perfectly-pruned backyard?

It's the time of year to celebrate inspirational gardens across the Chichester district. Entries are now being taken for the residents and business garden competition 2009, sponsored by the Woodhorn Group.

Goyang International Flower Expo has been held in Goyang city

Vietnamese flowers

Vietnamese flowers are on show for the first time at an international exhibition held in Goyang city, the Republic of Korea, between April 22 and May 10. The Vietnam National Vegetable, Fruit and Agricultural Product Corporation (Vegetexco) is representing Vietnam at the event, which draws the participation of 264 flower and ornamental plant producers from 25 countries.

Thousands of pounds have been spent on flowers

Silk flowers

Thousands of pounds have been spent on flowers by public bodies in Norfolk over the last few years. Norfolk County Council has spent the most with £3,842.44 of tax payers' money in 2008 being used for cut flowers. In 2006 £2,634.55 was spent and in 2007 £3,176.40.

Annual Autumn Flower Show on Saturday May 2

Kaleidoscope of colour

AS the weather starts to get cooler and the leaves start to change colour before dropping, you know autumn has arrived and bringing with it is the annual Autumn Flower Show.

FFA is holding it's annual spring plant & flower sale May 1-9

Spring bedding plants

Hamilton Southeastern FFA is holding it's annual spring plant & flower sale May 1 through 9, in the HSE Greenhouse located just east of Olio Road on 126th Street at Hamilton Southeastern High School. Buy your spring bedding plants, flowers, hanging baskets, vegetables, & herbs from HSE FFA and support your local youth & community.

Anthony's Flower Farm Announces Redesigned Web Site

Local florist

The new Web site also saves visitors money on online flower purchases. Unlike other online flower Web sites, where they just take your order in a call center and then pass off the order to a local florist, our orders come directly to us. That saves the buyer money because we don't charge fees for online orders or delivery.

The Garden Club of Cranford received two prestigious awards

Flower Show

The Garden Club of Cranford received two prestigious awards at the Fall Conference of the Garden Club of New Jersey held at the Hyatt Regency in New Brunswick. The display at the Flower Show increased public awareness of the Butterfly Meadow and resulted in more people visiting the park.

Harrogate Spring Flower Show proves big draw

58,000 visitors to the show

GLORIOUS spring weather and top class exhibits helped to attract more than 58,000 visitors to the Harrogate Spring Flower Show. The atmosphere was buzzing and, despite the recession, many exhibitors claimed record sales with visitors clearly in the mood to spend money on their gardens.

Stunning prom dress made from flowers

True flower power

A FASHION student has won a contest for creating a stunning prom dress made from flowers. Alice Riley, who is a fashion student at Oxford and Cherwell Valley College, used pink and white rhododendrons, camellias and magnolias to create the puffball skirt of her prom dress.

Auxiliary's flower sale on hospital lawn Friday

43rd annual flower sale

The auxiliary of McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital will hold its 43rd annual flower sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 1, on the McCullough-Hyde Hospital front lawn.

Two of the world's smelliest flowers are about to bloom

Titan Arum flower

One of two Titan Arum plants due to bloom at Kew Gardens in the next couple of days. Its bizarre appearance and sheer size have long attracted curious visitors and avid gardeners alike.

Mother's Day Flower Sale will be held Friday, May 8

Hanging baskets and flower pots

Mother's Day Flower Sale Saint Stephen Family Life Committee is sponsoring a Mother's Day flower sale. It will be held Friday, May 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 9 from 9:00 a.m. to noon in front of Snyder's Insurance building.

Annual Jamaica Horticultural Society show at Hope Gardens on this weekend

Tropical Foliage and Nature's Paradise

According to Marigold Harding, a judge at the event, the quality of exhibits were not in keeping with those of yesteryear. The event will be open to the public on Saturday and Sunday under the theme, 'Jamaica, Land of Wood and Water.'

Kashmir Floriculture industry turns corporate

Flower requirements of valley customers

Kashmir floriculture industry is set for a big leap as valley florists have started to forge tie ups with Indian companies for increasing their business operations. Ferns 'N' Petals (FNP) a chain of floral boutiques across India Monday launched its franchisee outlet, Petals Agritech at Taj Plaza Jawahar Nagar to cater to flower requirements of valley customers.

Flora model farms being established to promote export oriented flowers industry

Establishment of floriculture common facility farm

Flora model farms are being established in various cities of the country with the support of Pakistan Horticulture Development Export Board (PHDEB) on around 1000 acres land to promote export oriented flowers industry aimed at earning millions of dollars per annum by increasing export to UAE, Saudi Arabia and European Union beside others.

Fourth annual "Bowling for Flowers" fundraising event on May 3

Beautify Hurleyville

Hurleyville-Sullivan First will hold its fourth annual "Bowling for Flowers" fundraising event beginning at 1 p.m. May 3 at Kiamesha Lanes in Kiamesha Lake. Participants are asked to solicit contributions from friends, relatives, neighbors and co-workers.

The annual Flower Fest will be held on Saturday May 2

Two events at Philipse Manor Hall

Two events at Philipse Manor Hall during the month of May will herald both Dutch and English heritage in the Yonkers area. The annual Flower Fest will be held on Saturday, May 2nd from 12-3 p.m. and the performance piece Explorations with Henry Hudson will be performed on Sunday, May 17th at 3 p.m.

Daffodils galore draw visitors to Fellows Riverside Gardens

Mill Creek Park

The daffodils - miniature and larger versions - were part of the annual show at the Davis Visitor Center on Saturday and Sunday. This year's Daffodil Show is one of 41 shows throughout the country in association with the American Daffodil Society.

Plants have healing power

Potted plant can do wonders

Research now confirms what nature lovers have always known: plants have healing power. Even the simple presence of a potted plant can do wonders for speeding the recovery of surgery patients.

Poppy fields in Kullu valley

Poppy flowers

Behind the election din in the state, poppy fields in Kullu valley - known for the supply of international quality of narcotics including charas and opium - are in full bloom.

World's smelliest flowers about to bloom at Kew Gardens

The corpse flower

The Titan Arum emits the stench of rotting flesh, an odour so stomach-churning that it is colloquially known as 'the corpse flower.' Native to Indonesia, the plant flowers just once every six or seven years but experts at Kew predict the event will happen in the next few days.

Service organization works to replenish campus trees and flowers

100 newly planted trees

Becky Stover, an occupational therapy major and member of the Alpha Phi Omega pledge class, said the group was looking for a way to give back to campus.

Hillbilly Zinnia

By Connie: "I planted a FEW Zinnia seeds and the plant is 94" tall and is still growing. I'm told that this plant size is amazing. Is this true? everyone is fussing over how beautiful the plant and flower is. I didn't fertilize it or offer it much water as we are in a drought here. We call it the "Hillbilly Zinnia" here in Sevierville, TN"?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Connie,

Your Zinnias are incredible, with around 8 feet size plants.

Normally they only grow upto 3-4 feet.

They do not grow to that kind of size. Probably the conditions there are very good for the plant to thrive, thats why its has grown to such a size.

Woodside-Atherton Garden Club's first big flower show on April 24-25

Hawaii and Denver to judge the show

"Portola Valley Platinum," Woodside-Atherton Garden Club's first big flower show in 10 years, will take place Friday and Saturday, April 24 and 25, in the new Portola Valley Town Center, 765 Portola Road.

State garden club celebrates birthday with flower show on April 24-26

Annual spring flower show

The Federated Garden Clubs of Nebraska will celebrate its 75th anniversary at the annual spring meeting Friday, April 24, through Sunday, April 26, at the Holiday Inn Express in Lexington. The admission-free show will be open to the public on Friday, April 24, from 1-4 p.m., and Saturday, April 25, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

48th Annual Flower Show & Plant Sale on 2-3 May

National award winning flower shows

On Saturday and Sunday May 2 and 3, Red Bluff Garden Club is presenting its 48th Annual Flower Show & Plant Sale at the fairground Floriculture Building. This year's show theme is "Garden Magic." The show will be highlighted with horticulture examples from local gardens - both cut specimens and container plants.

Look into African market, minister tells flower farmers

Flower industry to take advantage of the good business

Flower farmers have been asked to venture into African markets in order to increase the produce exports and enhance profit. Assistant minister for Foreign affairs Mr Richard Onyonka said despite Kenya being a leader in flower exports in Europe,the produce had failed to get its way into African states.

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1-800-FLOWERS.COM(R) Teams up with Tributes.com

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, the world's leading florist and gift shop today announced a collaboration with Tributes.com, the online resource for local and national obituary news. The alliance offers consumers the ability to easily and reliably purchase flowers and gifts from 1-800-FLOWERS.COM directly through Tributes.com when reading obituaries or leaving online condolences.

Newark students plant flowers

Cleaned streets and parks

Some 39,000 students from more than 70 schools in Newark took part in an Earth Day celebration organized by the student community and philanthropy organization the LEAGUE. Students around the city cleaned streets and parks around their schools and planted flowers.

5,700 hectares in Iran are currently under flower cultivation

Cut flowers

Iran ranks 17th among countries producing flowers around the globe and yet in the field of flower export, it has not achieved the high status it deserves. Nearly 5,700 hectares in Iran are currently under flower cultivation, 2,900 hectares of which are greenhouses and the rest open areas.

Van Crashes Into Camden Co. Flower Shop

County flower shop

Police are trying to determine how a van crashed into Camden County flower shop early Wednesday morning. The driver of a hotel van lost control on the 600 block of Browning Lane in Brooklawn before slamming into a nearby flower shop at about 1:45 a.m.

Flowers of the spring season

By Erica: I am excited about my May 24, 2009 wedding. However not excited about the cost of everything!! I am trying to get my research done ahead of time. I live in a SW suburb about 30 miles from Chicago. Can you please tell me what flowers are in season for a May 24th wedding in IL and still attractive and cost effective? I appreciate your help!?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Erica,

The flowers, Daffodils, the Narcissus, the Hyacinths are among the early Spring flowers.

Flowers of the spring season include the tulips, irises, cherry blossoms, poppies, roses, violets, forsythia, amaryllis, cyclamens, freesias, lilies, chrysanthemums, sunflowers, and asters.

These flowers in this Spring period are available, hence healthier, and cheaper.

Eliminating Anemone from flower bed

By J cookson: How do I eliminate Anemone from my flower bed - the are "taking over!"?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Cookson,

Its best way to just chop them down to keep them in check.

Flower and Garden Fair on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m

Community Park in Flora

The Carroll County Garden Club is hosting its 13th annual Carroll County Flower and Garden Fair on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Merchant's Building at the Community Park in Flora. Admission is free.

Master Gardener's Flower and Patio Show on April 25-26

Patio Show offers lots of variety

If you're in the mood for spring be sure to check out the fifth annual Greene County Master Gardener's Flower and Patio Show. The event is slated for 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Sunday at the 4-H fairgrounds. Admission is free and this year's theme is "Welcome to our Potting Shed."

Green Thumb Garden Club on Saturday

Flower Show

Bakersfield's Mediterranean climate and long growing season, plus the variety of soils stretching from the southwest to the northeast is a challenge home gardeners enjoy. Come and see what is growing in Bakersfield at the Flower Show sponsored by the Green Thumb Garden Club on Saturday.

Preschoolers plant flowers for Earth Day

Planted flowers and vegetables

With their teachers by their side, they planted flowers and vegetables Wednesday in a special garden outside their school. Bauer said it is important for kids to learn about Earth Day. She said by planting flowers the students grasp what it means to take care of the environment.

Leesburg Goes Green for Flower & Garden Festival

Spring planting

The Flower & Garden Festival marks the beginning of spring for many, and allowed local residents to get prepared for spring planting and the Earth Day celebration this year.

Flower Launch recognizes child advocates

Fifth annual Flower Launch

Dozens took part in the fifth annual Flower Launch on Tuesday evening in Wilmington. April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, and community members tossed a flower into the Cape Fear River to represent each person or organization that works to prevent child abuse.

Harrogate Spring Flower Show preview on every day except Sunday

Spring Flower Show

THE 2009 Harrogate Spring Flower Show gets under way at the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, on Thursday for four days. Fifteen nurseries will be exhibiting at the show for the first time, and 24 will be competing in the innovative display competition, with its holiday destination theme.

28th annual Fine Art & Flowers on April 23

60 floral arrangers

Presented by the Women's Committee of the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, this four day event features imaginative floral interpretations of masterpieces from the museum's extensive permanent collection. More than 60 floral arrangers, table setters and garden designers from the greater Hartford area will participate. A number of free tours and lectures are scheduled throughout the event and Seasonal plants, herbs and crafts created by local artisans will be available for purchase.

Newmarket High students planting flowers

Little spring cleaning

Approximately 20 Newmarket Junior/Senior High School students hope a little spring cleaning will have a big impact. The students spent four hours on Saturday, April 18, doing their part to make their school shine a little brighter by scrubbing stairways, hallways, lockers and planting flowers outside of the school.

Group donates flowers to towns

Flower bulbs planted

More than 70,000 flower bulbs planted in Lucedale are ready to beautify other communities along the Gulf Coast. America Responds With Love will donate 2,500 daffodils, hyacinths, tulips and other blooming bulbs each to other nonprofit organizations and governmental entities, which will plant the gifts in their own communities.

Iraqis stopped to smell the roses

Flowers and Peace

Iraqis stopped to smell the roses this week as they visited the first Baghdad flower festival since the collapse of Saddam Hussein's regime. The exhibit at Zawra Park in the center of Baghdad was another sign of people's wish for normalcy after years of bloodshed.

Agapanthus

By Mellissa Divitto: I have an Agapanthus that I planted in the ground in a sunny spot & it has done beautifully all summer. It has flowered all season. Now the fall is here. I live in NY can I leave the plant in the ground? If so will it come back in the Spring or should I dig it up & bring it inside. If so how do I care for it inside?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Mellissa,

Agapanthus can be brought indoors into a cellar in winter, where temperatures fall below 20 deg. F (-6 deg. C). Then its best to dig them up and store frost-free for the winter.

If they are in the warmer climates with temperatures more than 20 deg. F (-6 deg. C) in winter, they can be put outside. Provided that it has been mulched well to avoid any frost damage.

Gardenia plant

By Jack Harrell: I would like information on pruning gardenias. Mine are about seven years old. They are large and not as thick as they once were. I have trimmed them a little?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear jack,

Yes, you can prune your old gardenia plant, but after the flowering season ends.

Remember that the gardenia is a woody shrub in its native environment and so may need to have older, woody stems removed to encourage new branches.

It is best not to cut it back more than 1/3 of the size of the plant.

Farm markets cropping up and flowers for sale

Flowers in bloom

It's a sure sign of spring: Farm markets cropping up and flowers for sale at every turn. But with all the excitement that comes with sprucing up a lawn and garden, there are concerns. First, there's still a good chance of frost, which could damage or destroy any early investment.

Edible Mother's Day Flowers

Edible floral arrangement

When it comes to traditional Mother's Day gifts, flowers are at the top of the list. This year, Cookies by Design suggests adding a twist to this popular gift - send edible flowers. Cookies by Design's newest design for Mother's Day is a bouquet of brightly colored, tulip-shaped cookies that are decorated with an artistic blending technique.

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The market and technology leader in hosted social commerce applications, today announced that 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, the world's largest florist and gift shop, has included Bazaarvoice Stories as part of a multichannel Mother's Day marketing campaign that highlights a variety of outstanding mothers.

Agapanthus flower

By Jack Sherratt: Our side bank is planted with about 100-white agapanthus. The flowers are beginning to fade.

Do we need to cut off the stems holding the flowers to prepare them for the next year's foliage?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Jack,

It is better of cut off the Agapanthus flowering stock close to ground level.

In this way, plants pick up a bust of energy and perform best for the next year.

Cosmos are non-toxic

By Emily: Are Cosmos poisonous if eaten by children?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Emily,

As of flowers, Cosmos are non-toxic, but the Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested by children.

Spring Flower and Garden Show from April 24 - 26

Opening ceremony

The opening ceremony for the 2009 Spring Flower and Garden Show will begin with scholarship and booth awards at 1:45 Friday, April 24, at the entrance of the Community Complex at the Cumberland County Fairgrounds. Following the awards, Master Gardener Beth Morgan will play the bagpipes before the ribbon cutting. After studying in Scotland, Morgan has been playing for about 10 years and competes with the Knoxville Pipes and Drums. She is also available to play for local events.

Green Thumb Festival set for April 25-26

Annual city festival

The 23rd annual Green Thumb Festival is Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Walter Fuller Park, 7891 26th Ave, N. in St. Petersburg. Join in the fun and excitement of celebrating Arbor Day and Earth Day at this annual city festival.

'Happy Helpers' spruce up Huntington Station

Planting flowers

A few dozen members of "Huntington Station Happy Helpers" worked along New York Avenue Sunday afternoon, collecting litter and planting flowers. One of the founders of the group, Heather Carino of Huntington Station, left, plants flowers in front of Suffolk District Court with her son, Anthony, 4, and other members of the group as a passerby pauses.

Flower rescue plan as wilting market signals mass closures

Horticultural industry held a crisis meeting

More than half of the over 200 flower exporters registered in Kenya are on the verge of closing down as the combined effect of the global financial crisis and climate change hits export markets. On Friday, the horticultural industry held a crisis meeting that brought together the government, exporters, and input and service providers to brainstorm a collective approach to salvage the multibillion-shilling sector.

The flower festival will be held from April 23 until April 26

Flower festival

According to Canon Geoffrey Ravalde, vicar of St Mary's, the flower festival is to celebrate the progress. The festival will be held from April 23 until April 26 with a parish concert on Saturday, April 25 at 7.30pm and a special service on Sunday, April 26 from 6.30pm.

Grand opening planned for florist

Ribbon-cutting ceremony

Wesley Berry Flowers is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, April 30 for its new flagship store and corporate office in Commerce Township. Wesley Berry is also conducting an essay contest, "Michigan's Favorite Mom." The winner of the 200-word essay will receive a $1,000 Mother's Day bouquet and three dozen roses every week for a year.

Anemone species are traditionally strong-stemmed with showy flowers

Japanese anemones

With glossy green foliage and flowers ranging in colour from purest white to soft rosy pinks, lavenders and even deep reds, Japanese anemones can grow to well over one metre tall, making them fabulous filler flowers. They also look good in front of shrubs, associated with evergreens, in cottage gardens and as borders.

Chicago region is popping up spring flowers everywhere

Flowers boasting their color

The Chicago region is popping up spring flowers everywhere you look. This is one of the most enjoyable seasons for anyone who loves to see the city in bloom. There is no need to make a special trip to find an assortment of flowers boasting their color. All you need to do is take a careful look around. There are flowers in yards, planter boxes, on street corners, at business entryways and some of your neighbor's front porches. Parks throughout the city are popping up blooms.

Dan Gill gives advice on flowers that survive summer heat

Annual bedding plants

This is the time of year when pansies, violas, snapdragons, dianthus and many other bedding plants are providing an outstanding display in local gardens. But even though you may still see them in nurseries, it's too late to plant them.

Natural plants are the preference of one and all

Plants and flowers

Enjoy stress-free living. There is an easy way of doing it. Make space for more greenery at home. Plants and flowers can help create the ideal ambience to de-stress. The Capital's famous Masjid Nursery in Khan Market has an array of choices for the nature lover. The large nursery showcases rows of plants amidst dense greenery. There are a lot of indoor and outdoor plants on offer that can match the space requirements of your home.

Lilly plant

By Donna Murdock: I just bought a lilly plant and the peddles are starting to fall off and the plant is starting to turn yellow.I gave it some water and put it in the sun but it still looks like its dying.I don't know what else to do for it.Please help.Its such a beutiful flower?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Donna,

Did you check for any pests on the plant.

We must examine the history, environment, watering, and soil conditions to identify the turning of leaves to yellow or falling off.

Reasons might be,

1. Dry soil

2. Bright lights

3. Cold temperatures can all make leaves turn yellow.

4. A declining root system may also be the cause.

5. Excessive fertilizers cause root injury which may make the leaves yellow and fall.

6. Pests or soil insects feeding on the root system can also trigger lower leaves to die.

7. Sudden change in the environment may also trigger older leaves to fall off. For the plant to get adjusted need to shed some of its leaves.

Probably yours might the last point that the environment change might have caused the leaves to yellow and fall off.

Keep the plant in a place where you get indirect sunlight, and observe.

Marigold or Zinia plants

By Sulekha: I have a lawn.so we have the sprinkler for that.if the water come from top and shower the marigold or zinia plants do you think the flower will be spoiled.Please suggest?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Sulekha,

There would not be any problem for the young marigold or zinnia flowers.

But the older flowers may not stand the lawn sprinkler water, as it falls directly on its head.

Sunflower blooms

By Lisa roma: I purchased 2 lovely sunflower blooms at the flower stand yesterday. I would like to plant them in my backyard. Will they grow?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Lisa roma,

Cutflowers like sunflowers will not grow when planted in the garden.

I think you cannot grow cutflowers purchased from the shop in your garden.

You can plant the bulbs, tubers, or cuttings, seedlings, of the cutflowers , but these sunflowers will not grow.

Christmas Cactus

By Lani: Regarding Christmas Cactus (actually I think I have a mix of Christmas and Easter Cactus in the same container because it blooms twice.....

Anyway...the leaves have turned from a green to a red color...what does this mean? The pots are kept on a window sill which gets lots of indirect light?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Lani,

The red leaves on your Christmas cactus indicate that it has experienced some type of stress.

Probably this indirect sunlight might have caused this, and also lack of nutrients.

The red leaves on your cactus are an indicator that it has suffered sunburn.

If the plant is pot bound, which can effect the root's ability to take up nutrients.

If its not in a pot, then a boost of fertilizer will help to turn the leaves back to green again.

Unitarians celebrate spring with flowers on Sunday

Annual flower communion

To greet the spring season, the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Bell County will have its annual flower communion at 10:45 a.m. Sunday. Each attendee is asked to take a flower of his or her choice.

Flower Show changes menu, venue

Cincinnati Flower Show

The Cincinnati Flower Show, Saturday-April 26, has moved up to Symmes Township Park from Coney Island, with new offerings from local restaurants. David Cook of Daveed's is managing the Café des Artists fine dining restaurant.

THIRD Annual Artisans Faire "Art in the Garden" on Sunday

Art in the Garden

The flower show will be held at the ESRI Café, 370 New York St., Redlands. The uncommon plant sale will be held at the RHIS Plant Propagation Yard (next to the Carriage House) in Prospect Park, 1352 Prospect Drive, Redlands. Participants will also have a chance to tour the various springtime gardens of Redlands. Entries welcome. Tickets and entry schedules can be obtained at several local nurseries and businesses.

Rose Festival attracts large crowd

Varieties of roses

Dazzling flowers attracted a large number of visitors to the National Rose Festival organised by the Pakistan National Rose Society here on Wednesday. Different varieties of roses, including Hybrid Teas, Floribundas, Grand Floras, Miniatures and Polyanthus were wonderfully decorated in different arrangements and categories.

Metro opens garden tour sign-up

Natural Delights tour program

The free tours showcase private and public gardens of flowers and edibles grown without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. Formerly a one-day offering spanning 30 spots across the Portland metropolitan area, the program now comprises a more intimate setting of four self-guided mini-tours during selected weekends from May to July.

Bessie Sykes, who owned flower and gift shop for 22 years, dies

Bessie's Flower and Gift Shop

The proprietor of Bessie's Flower and Gift Shop in Detroit for more than two decades, Mrs. Sykes died April 9 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit after an extended battle with colon-rectal cancer. The Detroit resident was 84.

Leesburg Flower and Garden Show on 18th & 19th April

Garden-themed events

Loudoun County's annual Arbor Day celebration will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at historic Oatlands Plantation, five miles south of Leesburg. The free event includes a parade at 11 a.m. and tree-related exhibitions, demonstrations and children's activities.

Spring lesson in God's love

Flowers are beginning to grow

Spring is in the air and the flowers are beginning to grow once again. This is the perfect time of the year for your class to study the flowers of the Bible, and plant some flowers of their own too.

Morning Glory seeds

By Virginia: I planted a package of Morning Glory seeds and they came up wonderfully -- the vine grew and intertwined with itself just as I wanted it to. It is very lush with plentiful leaves. But there are no blooms!! How long does it take before the blooms start appearing? It's been about six weeks since I first planted them?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Virginia,

Your Morning glories will definitely bloom after 10 - 12 weeks of time.

Give your Morning Glories, a little compost or a slow release organic fertilizer mixed in with a quality soil.

If you give too much fertilizer, you'll get lots of green and very few flowers.

Be careful in giving fertilizers.

Lantana and Rosemary

By Claire: I live in northeast AL and I was wondering what types of plants would be good for me to plant in pots for my back deck right now (herbs included if there are any). Right now, all I have is some lantana and rosemary?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Claire,

Saxifrage can be grown in pots in you place.

Saxifrage: Saxifrage grows low to the ground, where it absorbs heat radiated from the soil in the summer and is protected from winds and wind-borne ice by a blanket of snow in the winter.

Bonner Springs Garden Club on April 21

Club to present flowers

The Bonner Springs Garden Club is presenting a Holiday Standard Flower Show, "Beyond Easter," from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 21, in the community room across from the library at the Bonner Springs Community Center, 200 E. 3rd St.

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Monrovia plants

The world's largest florist and a leading multi-channel retailer, has teamed up with Monrovia to offer premium plants direct to consumers. The selection of premium Monrovia plants will vary from month to month as the offerings will reflect the changing seasons and plant availability.

Mothers appreciate flowers for their natural beauty

Beautiful bouquets of flowers

For over a hundred years, mothers in the United States have been honored on Mother's Day, traditionally celebrated with beautiful bouquets of flowers. New research suggests that the positive power flowers have on feelings may be the real reason mothers prefer to be given beautiful blooms on their special day.

The Iraqi government kicked off its first flower festival

Carpet of blossoming flowers

The flower zone, which occupied some 50,000 square meter from the roughly 10-square-km park, was held under the banner of "Baghdad is the city of flowers and peace," with participation of more than 12 foreign countries along with the 18 provinces of Iraq and all Baghdad municipalities.

Spring lesson in God?s love

Flowers are beginning to grow

Spring is in the air and the flowers are beginning to grow once again. This is the perfect time of the year for your class to study the flowers of the Bible, and plant some flowers of their own too.

Non-blooming gardenias

By Birgit: Why will my gardenia plant not flower? The leaves look shiny and quite healthy -- new leaves, but no flowers?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Birgit,

There are few reasons for non-blooming gardenias.

1. So to get lots of flowers, you should give your Gardenia 8 hours of light. But it needs need a rest, and between flowering, the cool night is traditionally recommended.

2. Rain water/tap water which can be acidic.

3. Fertilize during flowering having more phosphorus.

If these are satisfied, your gardenias will bloom profusely.

You can fertilize Gardenias monthly between Spring and Fall (stop around early September?).

Yes, you can fertilize when it has flower buds if it is during the time frame above.

Feed it with a 1/2 strength acid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from March-October.

An acid fertilizer at half strength every few weeks during the summer should be sufficient.

Gardenias can be pruned as far back as you like but first, cut plants back when they are dormant (depending upon where you live). This will allow the stems to "heal their wounds" when the plants aren't actively growing. This way you can still enjoy flowers the next year.

While pruning, don't cut all the leaves off. Some leaves need to be left so the plant can still produce food for the root system. The following spring, use an acidic fertilizer with chealeted iron and high nitrogen so the plant can produce healthy leaves and buds. If you only want your plant to become bushier, simply pinch out the tips while the plant is dorm