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Snapdragons

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  Snapdragons ( Antirrhinum majus ) are beautiful cool-weather flowering plants that will add a vibrancy of multitude colors to the spring and autumn seasons. The tubular, bilaterally symmetrical, and generally large flowers have a closed liplike mouth that precludes most insects but may be pushed open by honey bees, the primary pollinators . The flowers can be white, yellow, orange, red, pink, or  lavender  or combinations of those colours. Varieties Snapdragons come in a variety of sizes and colours, with dwarf, intermediate, and tall blooming stems to work with in the garden. Except for blue, Snapdragons come in a variety of hues. Following are the famous varieties - Snapdragon ‘Royal Bride'  Snapdragon ‘Night and Day'  Snapdragon ‘Twinny Peach'  Snapdragon ‘Madame Butterfly’  Planting and care Snapdragons like a sunny and open area with fertile, well-draining soil, however they may tolerate partial shade. Deadheading spent flowers will extend the flowerin

Tulip gardening

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Behold the vivid, lively and beautiful tulip! This brilliantly shaded gem of a flower lights up the mood in late-winter. We genuinely anticipate seeing those dark green leaves to start emerging as the mother earth stirs from its slumber after a long winter’s sleep! Tulip gardening is extremely popular, due to the charismatic shades and colorful hues of the flowers. There are many improved varieties (cultivars) developed, recently. Tulip plants range in height from 10 cm to 70 cm, depending on the species (variety). When it comes to flowers, they are generally formed like a cup or an egg and have six petals. Tulip flower petals come in a range of colors and patterns, depending on the type or species. Marigold - types and how to grow it Varieties There are three classes of tulips ; early flowering Tulips, mid season Tulips, late flowering Tulips. In India, The main varieties of early flowering Tulips are; Single Early, Double Early, Duc van Tol and mid season Tulips are; Triumph, Menda

Hibiscus, a beauty with utility

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Hibiscus  Among all the nature provided flowers, Hibiscus is the one which could be termed as the mystical and magnificent, in terms of bewitching beauty and multiutility for mankind. It is the national flower of Malaysia. Hibiscus belongs to the family Malvacae, and the most prolific one is scientifically called, hibiscus rosa-sinensis, commonly known as, China rose, Hawaiian hibiscus, rose mallow, shoe black plant and Gurhal in Hindi. There are about  220 different species of hibiscus  in the world, and each variety differs in size, shape, and color.  The most common flower is of vibrant red color and can be found in different colors also, like White, Pink, Red, Purple, Pink, Peach & Orange. However, it is surprising to know that some of these species change their color with age.  * Fun fact - Hibiscus is edible and is eaten in pacific islands, also used in hair care and shoe polishes. Why go for Hibiscus ?  Due to its availability in different hues, color and vibrancy the Hibi

Gerbera - A sinfully beautiful flower

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  Gerbera  One of the most conspicuously beautiful, sinfully vivid and awesome vibrant flower is Gerbera, so lets dwelve ourselves in to its beauty and its rearing. Gerbera belongs to the family of  compositae , and its scientific name is  Gerbera jamesonii. It was named in honor of German botanist and medical doctor, Traugott Gerber (1710 - 1743) .  * Fun fact - You will be surprised to know that Gerbera is a relatively new plant species of flowering plants, discovered only in 1870 - 1880*. Gerbera is commonly know as Transval Daisy or African Daisy.  It is an important commercial flower grown through out the world in a wide range of climatic conditions.  This is ideal for border, pots and rock gardens.   The flowers are of various colors and suits very well in different floral arrangements.  The cut blooms when placed in water lasts for a long time. It can be grown indoor & outdoor both atmosphere. Why go for Gerbera cultivation ? Due to its vivid, vibrant color pattern, from l

Marigold : Types and how to grow it

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In our country, gardening/floriculture is an interest taken up by numerous however refined by not many because of different reasons. Here this blog will attempt to help in this pastime which takes you closer towards nature and nurture.  This blog will share business level information on different plants including cultivating, care, nourishment and different viewpoints, yet this can also be reproduced at a single plant level. Floriculture - Marigold The best and most tasteful piece of gardening are blossoms(flowers), which fills everybody's spirit with satisfaction, and Marigold is one of them. So lets start with the most widely recognized and accessible blossom in our nation and that is Marigold, Genda in hindi. Marigold(Genda) Marigold cultivation  Marigold is cultivated for both its aesthetic value and business purpose of selling in the market. Its fresh flowers are used to bring color in food items, for cosmetics and for medicine. * Fun fact - The name Marigold is derived from g