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Liatris

Apr-19-2010 By Types of flowers

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liatris ligulistylis

Also known as: liatris, spike gayfeather

Unlike other flowers, liatris flowers open and mature from the top of the stem downward. Clustered along the spike, they have a feathery look. Various shades of deep lavender are most common; other colors are bluish shades, violet and white.
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Iris

Apr-19-2010 By Types of flowers

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iris

Also called: iris, netted iris, Dutch iris

Flowers open to 1 to 3 inches across. Long, thin, pointed leaves grow from the base of the stem. Colors include bluish-purple, deep purple, lavender, white and yellow. Many have yellow markings on the lower part of the petals. Vase life is two to five days.

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Hydrangea

Feb-22-2010 By Types of flowers

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Hydrangea coloured

Hydrangea also known as:  hortensia and  big-leaved hydrangea

Hydrangea is a 4-petaled flowers grow in round clusters that are usually 4 to 8 inches wide. Coarsely-toothed leaves grow 6 to 8 inches long on woody shrubs. Flowers bloom in blue, lavender, pink and white.

Blooms live 2 to 4 weeks. Provide bright, indirect light. Provide plenty of water to prevent wilting and remove excess water from saucers. Maintain an evenly moist soil medium, but be cautious of over watering, which can damage the plant. Plants in bloom do not need fertilizer.

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Gypsophila

Feb-19-2010 By Types of flowers

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Gypsophila aretioides 2

Gypsophila is also known as  gyp or baby’s breath

Clusters of tiny, double flowers bloom on branching stems 3 to 4 feet tall. White is the most commonly used color; however, it is also available in pale pink

Gypsophila lives up to a week and dries well.

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Freesia

Feb-19-2010 By Types of flowers

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White Freesia

Freesias are strongly scented so they make a nice addition to any area. They have five to 10 single or double flowers. Stems are usually 10 to 18 inches long with little or no foliage. The bell-shaped freesia is “alive” up to 7 days and has different colors like: white,orange, golden yellow, mauve, red, pink, lavender, purple etc.
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