Ask and Answer Flower Questions Archive - Jan 2008

By Carol: Does the narcisscus (paper white) need to be changed to a bigger pot when it gets bigger

Answer By Webmaster: Eventually, after 3-5 years, Narcissus bulbs will become overcrowded, with reduced flowering and smaller flowers. It is now time to dig up and split your Narcissus bulb clumps.

This is best done in spring when the foliage is brown and still present, so that you can still see where the bulbs are. Remove all the loose soil, and allow the bulbs to dry in shallow trays, or mesh sacks where there is good air circulation for drying off.

When dry, the clumps can be split up. Remove the old, dried skins and roots.

By Keeton: Are kaleidoscope four o'clocks on a vine or they a shurb?

Answer By The Flower Expert: Dear Keeton,

Yes, Mirabilis jalapa is a Perennial herb.

Kaleidoscope four o'clocks are a perennial from tropical America, the Mirabilis jalapa is cultivated in the United States as an annual except in USDA Zones 8-11 where it thrives as a perennial. Heat- and drought-tolerant, four o'clocks are easily grown from seed and will often return from tubers year after year where winters are relatively mild. Growing two to four feet in height, the plants prefer full sun and tolerate a variety of well-drained soils.

By Carol: What does it mean when the Narcissus tip of a leaf turns brown

Answer By Webmaster: Extreme cold weather can turn the leaf tip brown. Even if the the plant is too dry the leaf tips turn brown.

By Sheri: Are carnations very absorbent flowers?

Answer By Webmaster: Yes, Carnations are absorbent flowers.

The levels of ethylene which can affect living plants are very low, for example ethylene concentrations above 100 nl per liter of air will seriously reduce the vase life of carnations, and levels of that order are commonly present in city air from vehicle exhausts, cigarette smoke, refinery gases, fluorescent lights and from ripening of fruits such as apples.

By Jacqueline: What is the flower of month for March, and its meaning

Answer By Webmaster: Flower of the March Month - is Daffodil/Narcissus psedonarcissus / Jonquil/Narciso, and its meaning is Love Me, Affection Returned, Desire, Sympathy, The Sun Shines When I'm With you, Desire For Affection Returned

By Jacqueline: What flower color can be given to the 60 th birthday to a woman

Answer By Webmaster: In my view, You can gift a woman in 60 . A pink flowers.

By Deb: Paperwhites are too tall and they are falling over. Can we trim?

Answer By Webmaster: Trimming the paperwhites is not necessary. Its a common problem for the paperwhites. That is they get too tall and top-heavy as they bloom, which causes the stems to flop or bend. If so, give the support for the stems to be a decorative element. A bush of twiggy branches stuck into the pot, a small homemade fence around the container, or a small wire obelisk will look good and be a support for aging stems.

By Michelle:Storing the paper white flowers bulbs and some info

Answer By Webmaster: If you need to store your bulbs before planting, make sure they get the proper ventilation, by storing them in a mesh bag, a paper bag with holes, or an open tray. Be careful not to drop or damage the bulbs, and make sure you do not subject them to extremes in temperature. When storing bulbs in the refrigerator, do not place them in the same storage bin as fruit. Ripening fruit gives off ethylene gas that can cause flowers to form only partially or not at all.

By Carol: What perennial would be good to interplant in zone 6 (USA) in a bed of hyacinths to cover the ground after the hyacinths bloom?

Answer By Webmaster: In my opinion, Yarrow and Bellfowers can be put in a bed of hyacinths to cover the ground after the hyacinths bloom.

Hema: What is the national flower of Fiji

Answer By Webmaster: The national flower of Fiji is Tagimaucia flower

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By Sylvia: Preventing the nauseous nature of the lilies, but need Lilies

Answer By Webmaster: Many lilies are wonderfully fragrant and their scent is one of the best reasons for growing them, an extra dimension that brings so much pleasure. But not all lilies are fragrant. Most L. longiflorum or trumpet lilies are fragrant and, of course, the beloved L. regale that fills the florist shops each Christmas.

It may be better to grow Asiatic hybrids which are colourful and dramatic but have no scent.

By A Visitor: What are the meanings of multiple colors roses? Such as 2-white & 1-red, 2-white & 1-yellow, 2-red & 1-yellow and other color combinations.

Answer By Webmaster: The meaning of Red and Yellow Roses is - Jovial and Happy Feelings; White And Red Roses - Unity, Flower Emblem of England.

By Vasudha: What type of manure can be added to rose plant?

Answer By Webmaster: Bone meal, kelp meal, fish emulsion and manure are examples of organic fertilizers.

By Cindy: When can I plant Daffodils

Answer By Webmaster: Fall is the ideal time to plant the Daffodils. You can plant anytime the ground cools off until it freezes in early winter.

By Linda: Are hydrangea-shooting star harmful to cats

Answer By Webmaster: Yes, Hydrangea shooting star is poisonous to cats. If they are ingested, pets should be taken to your vet immediately.

By A Visitor: Write about Cyclamen

Answer By Webmaster: Cyclamen are a genus of plants containing 20 species, which are part of the family of Primulaceae, the Primrose family. In the wild, their distribution is centred on the Mediterranean, being natives of parts of Europe, western Asia and parts of North Africa.

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.