Flower Glossary

Photo Source: Sensecuador.com Green roses may not be abundant in nature but they sure are beautiful. They can often be found around St. Patrick's Day, Christmas, and Easter. ... View Post

Orange roses are a combination of red and yellow roses. This is why an orange rose represents both friendship friendship (yellow roses) and love (red roses). An orange rose makes a perfect "I'm proud of you" gift. ... View Post

In its beautiful mysteriousness, the black rose can have many meanings. The color black is usually goes with death and mourning and can be seen at funerals and around Halloween time. Black roses don't exist in the real world but are often featured in fictional stories. Florists can also add dye to other colored roses to make them black. ... View Post

Roses often mean love. Did you know that different colored roses can have different meanings? Today let’s talk about the stunning purple rose. Often known as the "mystical rose" because it can give off the vibes of royalty, enchantment, and majesty. ... View Post

Summer will be here before you know it!  With summer vacations and sunny days, we thought you'd like to see our 15 favorites types of summer flowers. ... View Post

When most people think of Spring, they picture snow fading away and flowers starting to bloom. We've put together our list of 15 popular spring flowers that are sure to make your garden or home look fantastic! ... View Post

If you're interested in making a statement, you'll love our list of tropical flowers. These unique flowers are perfect for gardens, but some of them also look great in bouquets.  Check out our list of 20 different types of tropical flowers to get inspired. ... View Post

We think that orchids are some of the most beautiful flowers out there. Use our orchid guide to find 20 types ranging from dendrobium orchids to more exotic varieties. ... View Post

Tulips are some of our favorite flowers so we've compiled a list of 50 different types of tulips along with beautiful pictures. From the most simple to the most exotic, we have them here. You're sure to find your favorite tulip colors including orange, purple, pink, yellow and more. ... View Post

Let’s face it. You can pick up a dozen red roses just about anywhere you look this time of year. But why not go for something a little more unique? We’ve curated some of the most beautiful bouquets and other arrangements from flower sites across the web! ... View Post

Are you trying to decide what rose color to give someone? Perhaps you're thinking of pink roses?  Or maybe you want to know where pink roses came from or what they signify? Pink roses are often eclipsed in modern thought by red roses. But these lovely blooms actually have a rich history of their own. They can also convey many meanings. ... View Post

We've pulled together a list of 40 different types of lilies with photos, including favorites like Calla lilies and different colored lilies like white ones, purple, orange and more.   You'll even learn about seasonal lilies like the Easter Lily and super fragrant ones like Asiatics. ... View Post

What do you get for the person who has everything? Maybe you’re looking for a cheerful way to brighten the day of a loved one who lives far away. Or perhaps you’d just like to add a festive floral touch to your own home or office. Whatever the case, you can’t go wrong with a lovely Christmas flower arrangement. ... View Post

November is right around the corner. That means it’s a great time to start thinking about Thanksgiving flowers. Autumn centerpieces and bouquets can brighten your home or make lovely gifts. But there are so many flower delivery options to choose from. How do you pick the perfect flower bouquet or centerpiece? ... View Post

If you’re looking for a thoughtful and fun birthday gift for a friend or loved one, it’s hard to go wrong with a cheerful bouquet of flowers. But with so many choices available, how do you pick the perfect birthday bouquet? ... View Post

Green flowers aren't just for St. Patrick's Day!  You can add a punch of unique color to your bouquet or garden with green flowers. We've also included details on some green plants, as well. ... View Post

Pink flowers are perfect for everyone from your girlfriend to mom or daughter, and look beautiful in any garden. From pink peonies to pink roses, you'll find photos and information on 21 different types of pink flowers. ... View Post

When most people think of flowers, they picture bright colors like pink, red, yellow and purple. However, did you know that there are several varieties of black flowers, too? We've compiled a list of 10 black flowers that are sure to make your garden or bouquet stand out! Find names, photos and gardening info below. ... View Post

The use of yellow roses has been traced back to the Victorian era, when the flowers were arranged in a particular way to convey secret messages. These arrangements are called Tussie-Mussies and it is a tradition that still lives today. ... View Post

Throughout our website, you'll see references to different zones where each flower type can grow. If you're new to gardening, you'll want to reference the usda zone map to see which zone corresponds to your home area. ... View Post

We've compiled a list of more than 45 types of white flowers including Lily of the Valley, Hydrangeas, White Roses, Ranunculus and more.  Learn their names, see pictures and more. ... View Post

Learn about 33 types of yellow flowers including sunflowers, marigolds, daisies and more. ... View Post

Learn about more than 40 types of red flowers including Amaryllis, Gerbera Daisies, Red Roses and more, plus find the optimal level of sun and soil type.  Find the perfect red flowers for your garden, wedding or home. ... View Post

Learn more about more than 40 types of blue flowers including Iris, Hyydrangea and Cornflower, with our handy guide, plus find the best types of soil and light to plant them in. ... View Post

Purple is an extremely popular flower color, with favorites including lavender and aster. We've compiled a list of 62 types of purple flowers. ... View Post

We've pulled together a list of 150+ flower and plant types, along with pictures of each one and details on the best way to plant them. You'll find everything from common favorites like roses and tulips, to exotic plants and flowers.  Find the flower names below, along with a brief description, a photo and some guidance for those of you who are interested in gardening. ... View Post

Roses are arguably one of the most popular flower types, but everyone wants to know each color stands for.  We've created a handy meaning of rose colors guide for you to answer the question and to give you more context about each rose color type. ... View Post

Most people have heard of birthstones, but did you know that there are also flowers associated with birth months. From popular flowers like the Rose, to more surprising ones like the Snowdrop, we have all the details you need. ... View Post