Whether you are an experienced gardener or a keen amateur, it is important to be able identify and recognise plants with potential problems. You may have spotted some interesting weed-like plants in your backyard, in the park, or growing in the wild. There are very many plants which look like weeds and it can be…
Perhaps you have sighted an interesting plant growing in a farmer’s field that looks exactly like corn, but without the tell-tale cobs? Or you may have found a corn-like plant growing in your backyard or local park? There are, in fact, many plant which look suspiciously like corn and could easily fool a passer-by. Some…
Everyone loves flowers. Not just for their beauty or mesmerizing scents, but also because they bear symbolism that allows us to speak without saying a word. The exact symbolism varies from one type of flower to another. So, if we want to express love or passion we’re going to choose red roses. To represent hope,…
Flowers – is there anything more appealing and magical? They bring instant peace and a sense of calm for many of us. Every flower has deep symbolism, which is why we use them to send a certain message, show someone how much we appreciate them, and for celebration. So, if you want to learn more…
The bouquet of flowers is endlessly romantic, but they so die fast! So, what about getting something with the same romance, but that will last much longer? We opt for plants with heart-shaped leaves! If you give them proper care, they will stick with you for years. Plants with heart-shaped leaves may not be as…
One who loves nature will find beauty everywhere, but flowers are perfect gems of the natural world! There are an amazing variety of brightly colored petals and smooth leaves of different shapes and sizes – it is no wonder they hold strong meaning for people. Now, imagine walking through a garden full of aromatic plants,…
It wouldn’t be fair to talk about alternatives to peonies without giving a bit of our attention to the peonies themselves. The name of Peony comes from Paeon (also written Paean), who was a student of Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine and healing. Zeus transformed Paeon into a peony flower to save him from…
There are many weird and wonderful examples of mimicry in nature – caterpillars that look like twigs to avoid getting eaten, harmless flies that resemble wasps with nasty stings. But did you know there are flowers which look exactly like birds? Today we’ll dive into the deceptive world of flowers that look like birds and…
Are you a true flower lover? Maybe you’re someone who enjoys growing and cutting fresh flowers from your garden? On the other hand, you might be looking for some cool flower gift ideas that you can gift to someone you love. Keep on reading as we present you with some of the prettiest flowers that…
Do you enjoy flowers for that fun, feminine vibe that they can leave you with? If you’re someone who wants something new and innovative to enjoy, why not plant a flower that starts with the letter A? We will list some of examples down below and help you figure out how to take care of…