There is a new language around the block you need to learn about. A fairly easy yet interesting modern language to learn about today is Floriography or simply – the language of flowers. Yes, flowers have a meaningful and symbolic language too! Every flower of shape, size, and color has a special secret behind it. … Read more
The end of the time of Autumn and the beginning of the Winter solstice – here comes the most wonderful time of the year! Filled with gleeful lights and soft beds of snow, ‘tis the season to be jolly! It is indeed one of the most beautiful times of the year – the joyous days … Read more
After the spooky festivities of Halloween in October comes November – a month full of prayer and solemnity. Following the candy-sweet events of Trick-or-Treating is the All Saints and All Souls Day – two very religious holidays remembering the beloved souls of the dead in purgatory and holy saints. The history of why the day … Read more
Spooky October has come and Autumn has finally set in – leaves turn a light yellow and fall off from the trees and the wind’s breeze gets a little bit cooler. And what better way to show the season’s festivities than with a Cosmos and Marigold flower? October is known as the 10th month in … Read more
The first of the -ber months are finally here marking the end of Summer and the start of Autumn! As the tune of the famous song goes – do you remember the 21st night of September? Ah, September – a month full of love and peace that can change the world! In fact, another famous … Read more
The month of August is one so full of surprises and amazing international commemorations and events! It is the eighth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar and is named in honor of Augustus Caeser – the successor and nephew of Roman dictator Julius Caesar. Augustus Caesar was the Roman emperor succeeding Julius Caesar … Read more
Most people think that bee balms are flowers shaped like bees or come in black and yellow petals – sadly, it isn’t the case. One thing you need to know is that it is part of the Mint family distantly related to the anise hyssops. Just like the Agastache flowers, bees, birds, and butterflies also … Read more
Anthuriums are another very special kind of flower. Its exotic beauty makes it stand out from most flowers and other plants. Its beauty is the reason why so many people marvel at its flower the first time they see it. It is used in the ornamental industry where it functions as a houseplant and an … Read more
The anise hyssop is almost always mistaken for two particular plants: the star anise plant or the hyssop flower. It is widely used in the ornamental, culinary, and medicinal industries. Plus, the mystery behind how this flower got its name is hidden between its interesting meaning and symbolism. For example, a white or blue anise … Read more
Geraniums are a very special kind of garden flower. Most green thumbs love it for its odd yet interesting shape, sweet fragrance, and bright colors. It is used mostly in the fields of culinary, ornamentals, and medicine. What most people don’t know is the different things about geraniums – such as its meaning and symbolism. … Read more