Wildflowers, Romantic Flowers

Wildflowers Meanings Whimsical, spontaneous, and thoughtful With so many colors and styles, wild flowers are stunning. Pick some to go with some Lilac’s or Orchid’s, and you’ll produce a gorgeous bouquet she’s sure to love Romatic Flowers.

A wildflower (or wild flower) is a flower that grows in the wild, meaning it was not intentionally seeded or planted. Yet "wildflower" meadows of a few mixed species are sold in seed packets. The term implies that the plant probably is neither a hybrid nor a selected cultivar that is in any way different from the way it appears in the wild as a native plant, even if it is growing where it would not naturally. The term can refer to the flowering plant as a whole, even when not in bloom, and not just the flower.

"Wildflower" is not an exact term. Terms like native species (naturally occurring in the area, see flora), exotic or, better, introduced species (not naturally occurring in the area), of which some are labelled invasive species (that out-compete other plants – whether native or not), imported (introduced to an area whether deliberately or accidentally) and naturalized (introduced to an area, but now considered by the public as native) are much more accurate.

 

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White Rose Meaning

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White Rose Meaning - Without vibrant color to upstage it, the formal, structural beauty of the rose is showcased to its best advantage in a bouquet of elegant white roses. Suited to reverent occasions, the white rose is a fitting way to honor a friend or loved one in recognition of a new beginning or a farewell. Their pure color conveys respect, pays homage to new starts and expresses hope for the future.

Historically, the white rose symbolized innocence and purity, which is how it became associated with weddings and bridal bouquets. Way back in 14th-century England the white rose was the heraldic sign of the Duke of York who faced off with the red-rose Lancaster family, giving the renowned War of Roses its name. Today, the white rose has retained its associations with both pure love and formal ceremony, making it a many-purposed recognition of unions and ceremonial occasions, such as anniversaries, christenings and graduations.

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Myosotis sylvatica Flower

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Myosotis sylvatica is an invasive species of forests, forest openings, abandoned home sites, roadsides, etc. Many people will recognize the genus of these plants readily, but there are several species in Wisconsin and errors are frequently made in identification if a key is not carefully followed. A roughly similar species, Myosotis scorpioides is common in decidedly wet sites.

The flowers of Myosotis sylvatica have 5 petals, with tips folded out to form a nearly flat face and the opening between the petals at the center of the flower is quite small and accentuated by a yellow "eye". The most common color of the petals is blue, but it may range from blue to pink to white, sometimes all three in the same area together. This species is apparently a perennial, but it produces seeds readily and spreads rapidly by seed in the immediate area as well as being easily tracked to new sites by people or other animals.

Myosotis sylvatica is widely distributed in Wisconsin and the map seriously underestimates the commonness of this species. It appears to be in a period of rapid expansion in Wisconsin. It has been widely known in Door County for many years, but has dramatically expanded its numbers there in the last decade, and rapid expansion has been noted in Forest County in June of 2008.

Control methods are not clearly established. The plants can be easily pulled up and small populations may be controlled in this way, but it is not known how long the seeds will remain viable in the soil. If someone has personal experience with controlling Myosotis sylvatica I would appreciate hearing of the methods used. 

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Tuberose Flower

TUBEROSE is a garden plant   (Polianthes  tuberosa)  of  the Amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae).  It is native to Mexico but has never been found growing wild. The plant grows to about three feet tall. The blossoms are funnel-shaped and waxy white in color.  They are noted for their extremely sweet fragrance.   The leaves are long and slender.  The tuberose was so named because it forms a thick, bulb-like underground stem called a tuber.   

New plants develop from these tubers. They are planted in spring when all danger of frost has passed. The new plants bloom in late summer. In the fall they are dug up and stored in a cool, dry place. The most popular varieties of tuberoses are the Mexican Single, Dwarf, and Pearl Excelsior. The tuberose is named for its tube-shaped rootstock, from which slender stems grow. Tuberose blossoms have a heavy, sweet fragrance. The flowers are used in making perfumes.

Also they are raised for use in perfumes and toilet preparations in central Europe, southern Africa, and in North Carolina and New Jersey. In addition, it is grown in Hawaii for use in making wreaths of flowers strung together. The tuberose has a heavy, almost sickening, odor. Its slender stem springs from a tube like rootstock, and often grows 3 feet (91 centimeters) high. The stem of the tuberose bears waxy-white blossoms and has eight sword-shaped leaves. The tuberose is named for the shape of its rootstock, not for its resemblance to a tube shaped rose. The tuberose is not a rose. Scientific classification: The tuberose belongs to the agave family, Agavaceae. It is Polianthes tuberosa.

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Bluebonnet Flower and Meanings

Widely known as the Texas state flower, the bluebonnet flower is appropriately named for its rich blue, sunbonnet-shaped appearance. Bluebonnets are one of a few species within the lupinus genus, which belong to the fabaceae family and faboideae subfamily. Many varieties of bluebonnets are native to Southwest regions of the United States, and are well adapted to these locations, as they prefer only light moisture, and can grow beautifully in alkaline soils with few nutrients. Although the most commonly known bluebonnet – lupinus texensis – is almost exclusively seen in a deep shade of blue, other types may be seen in colors of purple, pink or off-white.

Because of its unusual beauty, the bluebonnet flower has become steeped in a good deal of myth and legend. One such legend tells of a young Native American girl named She-Who-Is-Alone. During a long and painful spell of drought, the chief of the tribe asked everyone to sacrifice an important possession to the Great Spirits, but none would. She-Who-Is-Alone was the only one to step forward and give her beloved doll – a gift from her lost parents – as a sacrifice. The Great Spirits took kindly on the small girl, and the rain finally began to fall; with it sprouted field upon field of stunning bluebonnets. The bluebonnet flower has also become a well loved subject for a number of artistic mediums. For example, “Bluebonnet” by Jairo Lopez depicts a row of the beautiful blossoms in deep blue and green mosaic tiles; “Bluebonnets at Sunrise” by Julian Onderdonk, which depicts a massive field of flowers highlighted by a bright day; and the well known song, “Blue Bonnet Blues,” where the singer expresses his longing for the state of Texas by way of describing a happy childhood spent in fields of bluebonnets. In addition to art, the bluebonnet also has a large place in cultural events. Every year in cities throughout Texas, locals gather to watch parades, eat, shop, play games and – most importantly – to view the brilliant new crops of wildflowers.

The most common symbolism for the bluebonnet flower is, of course, pride in the state of Texas. Though these blossoms may be given to celebrate state-related events, they are also given as gifts for their simple, stunning beauty. Although large bouquets filled with this blossom can make a fantastic statement, most people prefer to mix them with other flowers in complimentary shades.

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