Ask and Answer Flower Questions Archive - Feb 2007

By Gracelda: What are the different types of cactus?

Answer by Webmaster: There may be one to two thousand different species of cacti. Most cacti live in desert habitats, but some types can also be found in jungles. Most cacti are native to the Americas. Out of this many varieties Christmas Cactus is one of the famous cactus. To know more about Christmas Cactus you can visit our page on Christmas Cactus.

By Tera:What color or type of rose means i'm sorry?

Answer by Garry:Normally 15 Roses or Long Stemmed Red roses Symbolize for Saying Sorry. PURPLE HYACINTH or 20 White Iris also give same meaning - I am Sorry, Please Forgive Me, Sorrow.

By Gillian:Will paper whites rebloom next fall if you keep the bulb?

Answer by Webmaster:The Paper White 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. For more information on growing of Paper Whites visit our page on Paper Whites.

By Jim:What is name of Iranian flower whose petals are made into tea to lower blood pressure?

Answer by Garry:Iranian Saffron flower is world famous it know as ?Crocus? flower. This is used to make tea and in various ways like using it in cooking. It is used as herb to control Hypertension (Blood Pressure).

By Sam:What is the largest flower?

Answer By Shyly: Rafflesia, a native of rainforests of Sumatra and Borneo in the Indonesian Archipelago, is the largest flower in the world. Interestingly, Rafflesia is a parasitic plant without any leaves, stems and roots (It has only nutrient-absorbing threads to absorb nutrients from the host on which it lives) but for the largest flower.

By Megan:What temperature of water would fresh cut carnations live longest in?

Answer By Garry: Normally Luke warm temperature water (68 to 77 F) is used to presever cut flowers. The flowers need to be placed in luke warm water for 5 to 10 mints only.

By Peggy: An unusually warm winter shows the new crocus and daffodil bulbs in this fall already starting to grow shoots! What will happen to them when the temperature finally reaches freezing again.Will I have any spring blooms?

Answer by Flower Expert:Mulching will help your Crocus and Daffodil bulbs to protect from freezing Temperatures.Don't worry about emerging crocus and daffodil shoots. Crocus and Daffodil plants endure severe cold by simply stopping their growth. Even if a few leaves become tip-burned by weather also you need not worry. The hidden buds will not get affected after mulching and they will give you spring blooms.

By Sondra Howel: Where can I order a book with pictures of various floral designs?

By Webmaster: Mastering the Art of Floral Design by Paula Pryke's is the best book it gives good information and pictures of various floral designs. You can buy them at Amazon. Mastering the Art of Floral Design by Paula Pryke's is the best book it gives good information and pictures of various floral designs.You can also look at these books also The Complete Book of Floral Design and Wedding Bouquets: Over 300 Designs for Every Bride.

By Stacey:Is there a variety of rose which has the name 'john' in it? Answer by Garry:In rose there are 7 varities having 'john' name in its scentific or Common Name. The list is given below Scientific Name Common Name Rosa 'JOHNago' Chicago Peace Rosa 'John Davis' John Davis Rosa 'John F. Kennedy' John F. Kennedy; JFK; President JF Kennedy Rosa 'John Waterer' John Waterer Rosa 'Mrs. John Laing' Mrs. John Laing Rosa richardii St. John Rosa richardii St. John's Rose

By Barbie:I am trying to identify a delicately beautiful white flower that has pink trim. It is very fragrant. It blooms during the night and lasts only a few hours. By morning it is dead?

Answer by Daniela:We think it is Moon Flower according to your description but till now we did not see Moon Flower with Pink trim.

By Vivian Picheny: What Should i do with my Paperwhites they have bloomed

Answer by Bianca:Cut the wilting greens and remove the soil from around the bulbs and Store them in a dry place preferably indoor until fall, then plant them outdoors in the garden.

By Ann: What is the Christmas flower in Mexico?

Answer By Webmaster:Poinsettia is popularly referred to as the Christmas Flower in Mexico. While the bright colors of the poinsettia plant add color to the festive decoration of Christmas, the little poinsettia flowers assume religious significance in Christianity. Please have a look at our page on Poinsettias.