by HollyBeth Anderson | Apr 2, 2014 | flower, flowers, Garden, gardening
It is tulip time in my backyard. Although the Netherlands is the largest producer of tulips, they are actually native to Asia and have been cultivated for over 500 years. A member of lily family there are over 3000 varieties. Once cut and place in a vase they will...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Mar 25, 2014 | flower, flowers, Garden, gardening
by HollyBeth Anderson | Mar 16, 2014 | flower, flowers, Garden, gardening
According to legend, the leaves of shamrock represent hope, faith, love and the fourth for luck. There are approximately 10,000 regular three leaf clovers for each 4 leaf. Shamrocks or clover were used a metaphor by the patron saint of Ireland to represent Father, Son...
by HollyBeth Anderson | Mar 8, 2014 | flower, flowers, Garden, gardening
by HollyBeth Anderson | Mar 8, 2014 | flower, flowers, Garden, gardening
by HollyBeth Anderson | Dec 29, 2013 | flower, flowers, home and garden, insects
Asters are also known as starworts, michaelmas daisies or frost flowers and there are over 600 species. Medicinally they have been used to treat migraines, muscle spasms and lung ailments. In ancient times the flowers were burned to ward evil spirits.
