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"ROSE"
The Rose, and specifically the red rose, is the king of flowers. The rose is a unique symbol of love and passion, rich in history and meaning. The rose symbolizes beauty and perfection, and its birth month is June. It is an ornamental and deciduous plant. It consists of the root, the stem, the leaves, and the buds. The flowers of the rose tree appear at the ends of the tender shoots. The petals have various colors such as white, red, pink, yellow and others.
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"LILIES"
Lilies are among the most beloved bulbous flowers that give us wonderful flowering with their large and impressive lilies. The flowers of lilies have various shapes and are found in the form of a cup, bell or trumpet, while they also have many colors from white and pink to orange, red and yellow. Most lilies bloom during the summer and are an excellent choice for planting in a pot, as well as for creating a wonderful colorful scene in our garden.
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"MUGUET"
“Tear of the Virgin” or “Lily of the Valley” is the muguet flower, with its intense, special, refined aroma and its delicate, fine appearance. The word muguet is French and its blooming bells are considered a lucky charm and a symbol of happiness for the French. It is a spring, perennial, herbaceous, flowering plant with broad, oval-lanceolate, soft-textured leaves and white or pastel pink bell-shaped flowers. At the end of the summer it produces, successively, red fruits.
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"GARDENIA"
Striking, delicate, beloved, classic and unsurpassed gardenia! Whatever
adjective we use, it is too little to describe gardenia, the ornamental plant that has the most fanatical fans around the world. Gardenia originates from tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa and Australia. There are many species and varieties of gardenia, from dwarf varieties that are 50-60 centimeters tall to small saplings that exceed three meters in height. -
"CARNATION"
The carnation stands out for its lush vegetation with its characteristic narrow, lanceolate leaves and its abundant flowering in impressive colors. There are single-colored carnation varieties in shades of pink, red, yellow and white, as well as bicolor carnations. The most famous varieties are the common carnation, the Chinese carnation, the poet's carnation, while a special mention deserves to be made of the wild carnation with wonderful color combinations.
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"JASMINE"
Jasmine is native to Asia, Africa and China. It is an ornamental climbing plant that is cultivated for its beauty and unique fragrance. Its flowers are white
in clusters of 3-9 flowers on the branches. Jasmine is used in aromatherapy to calm emotions and as an aphrodisiac and is a valuable medicine in cases of
depression because it produces a feeling of confidence, optimism and euphoria,
it also revitalizes and restores the balance of energy.
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"GLADIOLA"
The Gladiolus is a beautiful bulbous flower. It is a monocotyledonous plant of the iris family (Iridaceae) with numerous varieties and many colors. Although a bulbous plant, in fact its underground part is not a bulb, but a typical trunk. Its height reaches 1meter. Gladiolus symbolizes moral integrity and collective love, strength and strength of character. The Gladiolus flower symbolizes memory. It also expresses passion by telling the recipient that it “pierces the heart”.
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"SUNFLOWER"
This “happy” flower was originally cultivated in America, before becoming the beloved
national flower of Ukraine. Today, 70% of new cultivations of the flower are in Ukraine, which leads the way with Russia and Argentina following, and it remains a striking plant – especially thanks to the way it turns towards the sun during the day and the ground at night. In tradition, the sun symbolizes fertility, solar energy and prosperity. -
"IRIS"
The Iris is also called fleur-de-lis and has been the official flower of France since the 12th century. It is a plant with magnificent flowers in colors ranging from white to deep purple, reaching 200 in number, and its name comes from the goddess of the rainbow in Greek mythology. Before taking the title of the national flower of France, it was the official flower of the ruling class of the Roman Empire.
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"MARIGOLD"
Marigold (Tagetes sp) is an annual ornamental plant native to Mexico. It stands out for its rich and beautiful flowering that lasts from early spring to late autumn. It first appeared in Europe 400 years ago. It is an annual plant. Its growth is rapid. It can reach 20-60 centimeters in height. Its flowers can have orange, yellow and bicolor shades, depending on the variety. There are 2 varieties of marigold, Tagetes erecta with single-colored flowers and Tagetes patula with bicolor flowers.
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"MAGNOLIA"
The magnolia is one of the most recognizable ornamental plants in the world, known for its large, impressive flowers and intense fragrance.There are many types of magnolia, from evergreens that keep their foliage in the winter to deciduous ones, low-growing 2-3 meter shrubs, magnolias that grow into small trees 4-5 meters high, and large trees that reach 10-15 meters in height.
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"DAHLIA"
The Dahlia originates from Mexico and Colombia, where it has been used since ancient times to decorate spaces and objects, in religious ceremonies, and even in food. It spread to Europe through Spain, where it was cultivated in the royal gardens of Madrid. There are 42 species of dahlia, with hybrids that are usually cultivated as garden plants. The dahlia is known for its large, colorful flowers. It can have many colors, and in some cases there are also bicolor varieties.
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"ORCHID"
Orchids are extremely popular and widely cultivated, with over 25,000 species and varieties, with new ones being discovered every day In Honduras, the national flower is a species called Rhyncholaelia digbyana, while in Venezuela the orchid Cattleya mossiae dominates. However, these two countries are not the only ones that have the orchid as theirnational flower.Costa Rica, Colombia, Singapore and Belize are a few more, each with its own species.
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"PLUMERIA"
Plumeria is a beautiful ornamental tree with wonderfully fragrant flowers that bloom in the summer and last until mid-autumn. Originally from Central America, plumeria is an exotic plant found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The
most well-known type of plumeria is Plumeria alba with its white-yellow flowers, but there are other varieties such as the red plumeria (Plumeria
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"TULIP"
Tulips are one of the most instantly recognizable flowers, but they are certainly not all the same! There are 75 different species and over 3000 varieties that are currently recognized. New varieties are also cultivated regularly, so this number will increase. There are tulip genotypes in which the color changes. Finally, there are some fragrant tulips, but in asmall number of genotypes. The color of which varies from very bright to less bright, while in some cases they have some spots with a deeper green color.
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"HYACINTH"
The intense intoxicating scent of Hyacinth is unique! Hyacinth, therefore, is one of the most beautiful bulbous flowers for autumn planting that we find in flower beds, in large gardens, as well as in pots on balconies, where it usually blooms 2-2.5 months after planting the bulb. There are many varieties of
hyacinth in a wide range of colors from pink, blue, orange, yellow, red to white. And of course, the unique diacento, a very fragrant variety of hyacinth with white flowers that is cultivated in the Ionian Islands and the Aegean islands. -
"CHRYSANTHEMUM"
Japan is the only country to have two national flowers. The cherry blossoms, which also characterize the country, last for a short time and symbolize the fragile beauty of life, while the chrysanthemum has been a symbol of the Japanese royal
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"FREESIA"
A flower as colorful and fragrant as few others, originating from Africa and known in all parts of the world. It is used both in bouquets and wedding decorations and in large gardens planted in the ground. Its species are close to 16 in number and its colors cover an impressive palette that includes from bright yellow and orange to red, purple and blue, with the exception of absolute white which is distinguished from all the rest for its special symbolism, an absolute synonym of innocence and friendship, and for its even more characteristic smell.
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"GERBERA"
Gerbera, a particularly charming plant with large daisy-shaped flowers and many striking colors. In its natural environment, in South Africa and Madagascar, gerbera lives for many years. Gerberas create lush vegetation and reach a height of half a meter with wide dark green leaves. There are many types of gerbera to choose from. Gerberas with single or double flowers and single or two-color varieties in bright shades of pink, red, yellow, orange and white.
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"ANEMONE"
The beautiful bulbous flower that we admire as wild in the countryside in late winter and often find planted in gardens and pots. There are many varieties of anemone in various shapes, sizes and colors, with large single flowers that resemble poppies in red, blue, pink, purple and white or with characteristic double flowers. Particularly popular is the Greek variety of anemone that produces small numerous flowers in blue that resemble daisies.
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"YELLOW JASMINE"
YellowJasmine another
flower for pots and planters on the balcony is the yellow jasmine that blooms in the winter and gives us wonderful yellow flowers. The flowers of yellow jasmine, although not fragrant, remain on the plant for a long time, giving unique color in the winter landscape. It does not climb as much as most types of jasmine, as it has a more hanging growth.
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"PANSIES"
Popular spring flowers that stand out for their early flowering and are an excellent
choice for adding bright color to pots and planters.We will also find varieties of single-colored pansies in yellow, purple, white, blue, as well as multi-colored combinations.
We will make special mention of the pansies that have a characteristic black spot in the center of the flower.
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"KALIBRACHOE"
Another impressive spring plant, ideal for hanging baskets on the balcony, is Kalimbrachoe.
It has rich foliage, fast growth and forms small tubular flowers, like small petunias, 5-7 cm in diameter, in many colors that last from early spring to late autumn.
Surfinia is perfectly suited to the climatic conditions of our country as it thrives in sunny places and has low water requirements. -
"HIBISCUS"
One of the most popular plants with large, impressive flowers to plant in the garden and on the balcony.Hibiscus is a particularly beloved plant thanks to its abundant flowering and the beautiful colors of its flowers.We often find many hibiscus plants planted in the same yard, with colors ranging from red, purple and white to orange and pink. An evergreen plant with woody branches and triangular, toothed leaves, hibiscus is usually formed into a shrub or small ornamental tree.
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"PLUMBAGO"
Another impressive climbing plant for a sunny balcony is the plumbago, which gives us abundant flowering from May to November. Also known as blue jasmine because of its beautiful flowers in a pale blue color, the plumbago has fast growth, with dense glossy foliage and reaches a height of two meters and a corresponding width. In recent years, we have come across new varieties with flowers in the colors of pink, red, bright blue and white
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"AZALEA"
Another beautiful plant that needs coolness and grows on a balcony without sun is the azalea, which displays rich, dense flowering in the spring. It forms single or double flowers, in various colors, monochromatic or bicolor, which remain on the plant for several weeks. An acidophilous plant originating from the Far East, the azalea is extremely popular for planting on balconies but also as an indoor plant.
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"RHODODIUM"
The rhododium, the evergreen ornamental shrub with dense foliage and impressive flowers that vary in various colors such as red, pink, blue, purple and in various sizes. An exotic flower that loves coolness, the rhododendron fills with flowers in the winter and maintains them until February. We can find rhododium that grow from low shrubs to tall trees.
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"CAMELLIA"
Camellia, the impressive flowering shrub that is planted in a relatively shady and cool location, protected from strong winds. Camellia belongs to the acidophilic plants and stands out for its glossy foliage and large, impressive flowers in white, pink and red.
A plant of unique ornamental value, camellia reaches a height of 2-3 meters and blooms from late January to mid-May.
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"NARCISSUS"
The impressive bulbous flower that is planted in the fall and blooms in late winter. Originally from the Mediterranean, the narcissus has a rich flowering with characteristic trumpet-shaped flowers, which emerge on thin stems through the narrow leaves. We encounter the narcissus in a wide variety of colors from white, white-yellow, yellow-orange, reddish to pink. The narcissus, which reaches a height of 30-40 centimeters, and forms a group of about 10 white flowers with yellow in the center.
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"VIOLET"
A low-growing annual spring flower that reaches a height of 30-50 centimeters, the violet stands out for its characteristic narrow, gray-green leaves and impressive fragrant flowers in shades of white, yellow, pink, purple and red. With abundant flowering that lasts from early spring to early autumn, the violet is ideal for cutting its flowers and putting them in a vase. We choose sunny positions for the violet, although it is somewhat stressed in the hot summer months and especially during heat waves. .
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"ARBARORIZA"
Arbaroriza has a creeping growth with characteristic toothed leaves that give off a strong aroma when rubbed. After all, our grandmothers used the leaves from the arbororiza to flavor various spoon sweets. Originating from South Africa, arbororiza belongs to the same family as geranium, pelargonium and mastic and blooms during the April-May period. Arbaroriza has a very fast growth and prefers sunny or semi-shaded places to thrive.
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"CALLA LILIES"
The white-flowered callas that bloom in the spring, on the feast of the Annunciation, are often referred to as the lilies of the Virgin Mary. Callas are beloved bulbous plants with impressive flowers, the lilies, that usually appear in the summer or spring in warmer areas. They have large green lanceolate leaves and abundant flowering with impressive trumpet-like flowers and unique colors. There are many beautiful varieties of callas to choose from with impressive colors such as yellow, pink, purple, red and even purple flowers.
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"IMPATIENCE"
Its scientific name is Impatiens spp., and it originates from tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Africa. The flowers are small to medium-sized, available in vibrant colors like red, pink, purple, white, orange, or bicolor. Regular fertilization every two weeks during the growing season enhances flowering, which typically lasts from spring to fall, and year-round in warmer climates. Impatiens require protection from fungal diseases like powdery mildew, often caused by excessive moisture.
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"PELARGONIUM"
The pelargonium with its toothed glossy leaves and large bicolor flowers in shades usually of pink and purple, orange, red and white with a characteristic dark shade in their center. Pelargoniums thrive in any type of soil that has good drainage,although in fertile soils, rich in nutrients, they have better growth and richer flowering. They are planted in both sunny and semi-shady locations, while they are resistant to high summer temperatures, drought and heat waves.
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"DOG GARDEN"
It would be a significant omission if we did not mention in our list the dog gardner, a particularly popular flower that we encountered every spring when we visited our grandmothers' gardens. A typical Mediterranean plant, the dog gardner is found in dwarf varieties from 20-40 cm, medium height from 40-60 cm and tall varieties from 60-120 cm. Although a perennial plant, it is usually planted as an annual to give us abundant flowering and impressive color combinations.
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"MASTIC"
With glossy green foliage, thin shoots and drooping lateral growth, it is an ideal choice for hanging pots and planters as well as for impressive hanging baskets. Mastic presents rich and continuous flowering in many colors (pink, red, orange, white, purple) from early spring to late autumn. It prefers sunny or semi-shady locations to grow well and give us its beautiful flowers. Mastic is highly resistant to drought and high temperatures, and can also be planted in coastal areas as it is resistant to salinity.
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"FOULI"
A beloved ornamental climbing plant, the fouli stands out for its large, fragrant white flowers that appear from early spring to autumn. In addition to the classic fouli, the double fouli or granduca is also quite widespread, which has a very impressive large flower but is less fragrant. In order to form a rich bloom, the fouli needs significant exposure to the sun, especially in the spring and early summer, which is the critical flowering season. The more sunshine, the richer the flowering and the larger the flowers.
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"GERANIUM"
What can we say about geranium, which is one of the most popular and traditional flowering plants that we find in almost all gardens and yards for decades! The significant ornamental value of geranium is due to its large flowers as well as its rich and prolonged flowering. Originally from southern Africa, it blooms profusely from early spring to late autumn and gives us flowers that form characteristic spherical inflorescences in white, pink, orange, red, purple and yellow.
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"EARRING"
Unforgettableand particularly impressive is the earring, a beautiful ornamental plant with beautiful flowers that resemble hanging earrings.Originating from Central and South America, the earring is a wonderful perennial deciduous shrub characterized by dense vegetation and a height ranging from half to 2 meters, depending on the variety.The flowers of the earring display unique color combinations of fuchsia or red on the outside of the flower with white, purple or pink on the inside of the flower, in the petals.
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"AMARYLLIS"
Most varieties of amaryllis are planted with bulbs in the autumn season and fascinate us with the huge colorful flowers that appear on long strong stems in late winter. The countless color combinations of amaryllis flowers are based on white, red, orange, yellow and pink with beautiful two-tone colors that bear characteristic stripes. Amaryllis can be cultivated without soil and grown in water to give us its impressive flowers using a special vase that has a narrow mouth to place its bulb inside.
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"VIGONIA"
Vigonia is an unforgettable and beloved ornamental plant that we find in most of our grandmothers' yards and especially the royal variety of vigonia, the queen as
we usually call it. Ideal to be planted in a pot, vigonia is a low-growing flower,
usually reaching a height of 40-50 centimeters and has many small white and pink flowers that appear from May to October. -
"HYDRANGEA"
Originally from China and Japan, the hydrangea stands out for its large flowers, in white, pink or blue, while now we will also find varieties in purple, yellow, red and orange shades. The flowers of the hydrangea remain beautiful even when dried, maintaining their ornamental value, and are an excellent choice to decorate in a vase. The hydrangea grows and blooms best in semi-shaded and cool places, as it loves heat, humidity but not direct intense sunlight.
