Archive for December, 2008

Official Trees and Flowers

In the spring of 1987, delegates to the Sixth Session of the Eighth Municipal People’s Congress, meeting in the Great Hall of the People. Overwhelmingly approved the scholar tree and oriental cypress as the official city trees, the Chinese rose and the chrysanthemum as Beijing’s official city flowers.
The stately cypress symbolizes the courage and strength […]

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Unlock the hidden meanings behind flowers

Unlock the mystery of flowers and send an extra special message! Many popular flowers have a unique meaning, below we’ve listed several. Now you can create a gift with even more meaning.
Amaryllis - Pastoral poetry.
Aster - Daintiness & love. Fidelity.
Azalea - Take care of yourself for me. Fragile passion.
Bells of Ireland - Good luck.
Bittersweet - […]

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Make your arrangement last longer

Two of the top questions Americans ask when purchasing flowers are “How do I take care of them?” and “How long will they last?
From a single bud, to a small bunch to an abundant arrangement, just a little extra care can make a big difference. Most floral arrangements last from 4 to 7 days, depending […]

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Tips for Healthy Plants

Green and blooming plants are popular gifts for many special occasions. They bring life and sunshine into any home or office. Below are a few helpful tips to care for some of the more popular plants.
African Violets are lovely small plants, which may bloom at anytime. They prefer bright indirect sunlight and grow well […]

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