Gardening and Flower Articles

How to Start a Home Garden

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:00:00 -0500

A garden can be a lot of work, but it can also be very rewarding. Here are some tips for How to Start a Home Garden

Blue Flowers

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 09:00:00 -0500

Flowers come in all shades of blue, here are some of the more popular blue flowers.

Purple Flowers

Wed, 6 Apr 2011 09:00:00 -0500

Flowers come in all shades of purple, here are some of the more popular purple flowers.

Orange Flowers

Mon, 4 Apr 2011 09:00:00 -0500

Flowers come in all shades of orange, here are some of the more popular orange flowers.

Yellow Flowers

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0500

Flowers come in all shades of yellow, here are some of the more popular yellow flowers.

Pink Flowers

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0500

Flowers come in all shades of pink, here are some of the more popular pink flowers.

White Flowers

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0500

Flowers come in all shades of white, here are some of the more popular white flowers.

Red Flowers

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0500

Flowers come in all shades of red, here are some of the more popular Red Flowers.

What is the Wyoming State Flower?

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Wyoming State Flower - Indian Paintbrush

Wyomings state flower was chosen in 1917, and is Indian paintbrush or Prairie-fire. There are about 200 species.

Wyoming State Flower

What is the Wisconsin State Flower?

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Wisconsin State Flower - Wood Violet

After Rhode Islands school children ballot, Wisconsin decided to hold a vote very similar.

Wisconsin State Flower

What is the West Virginia State Flower?

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400

West Virginia State Flower - Rhododendron

The Rhododendron is an evergreen shrub that grows to be approximately 4 meters tall and occasionally even taller.

West Virginia State Flower

What is the Washington State Flower?

Mon, 7 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Washington State Flower - Coast Rhododendron

In 1893 15,000 ballots were cast voting for the official state flower of Washington.

Washington State Flower

What is the Virginia State Flower?

Wed, 2 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Virginia State Flower - American Dogwood

The American Dogwood is a medium sized shrub partial to the wetlands of Virginia.

Virginia State Flower

What is the Vermont State Flower?

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Vermont State Flower - Red Clover

The Red Clover is a dark pink perennial adopted as the state flower of Vermont in 1894.

Vermont State Flower

What is the Utah State Flower?

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Utah State Flower - Sego Lily

The Sego Lily appears early in the summer with one to four lowers on each stem.

Utah State Flower

What is the Texas State Flower?

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Texas State Flower - Texas Bluebonnet

Previous to the adoption of the Texas Bluebonnet as the state flower, several suggestions were made regarding what should be the Texan flower.

Texas State Flower

What is the Tennessee State Flower?

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Unlike most states, Tennessee does not have an official state flower, it only has an official wild flower and an official cultivated flower.

Tennessee State Flower

What is the South Dakota State Flower?

Wed, 9 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

South Dakota State Flower - Pasque Flower

The Pasque Flower is a small lavender color flower that belongs to the buttercup family.

South Dakota State Flower

What is the South Carolina State Flower?

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

South Carolina State Flower - Yellow Jessamine

In 1924 the Yellow Jessamine, commonly known as the trumpet vine or trumpet flower, was adopted as the official state flower of South Carolina.

South Carolina State Flower

What is the Rhode Island State Flower?

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Rhode Island State Flower - Violet

In 1897 the school children of Rhode Island turned in there ballots for the state flower of Rhode Island.

Rhode Island State Flower

What is the Pennsylvania State Flower?

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Pennsylvania State Flower - Mountain Laurel

The Mountain Laurel is an evergreen shrub and belongs to the Blueberry family.

Pennsylvania State Flower

What is the Oregon State Flower?

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Oregon State Flower Oregon - Grape

In 1890 a group of people gathered together to form the Oregon Horticulture Society in order to nominate a state flower to legislature.

Oregon State Flower

What is the Oklahoma State Flower?

Wed, 5 Jan 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Oklahoma State Flower - Oklahoma Rose

Oklahoma may be the latest state to adopt an official state flower adopting the Oklahoma Rose in 2004.

Oklahoma State Flower

What is the Ohio State Flower?

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Ohio State Flower - Scarlet Carnation

Ohio designated the Scarlet Carnation as their state flower to memorialize United State’s 25 President William McKinley.

Ohio State Flower

What is the North Dakota State Flower?

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0400

North Dakota State Flower - Wild Prairie Rose

The North Dakota’s official state flower, the Wild Prairie Rose, is a pink flower centered around its yellow stamens.

North Dakota State Flower

What is the North Carolina State Flower?

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0400

North Carolina State Flower - Flowering Dogwood

The Flowering Dogwood is one of the most common found trees in North Carolina.

North Carolina State Flower

What is the New York State Flower?

Wed, 8 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0400

New York State Flower - Rose

The Rose, one of the most popular symbols of love and affection, was designated as the official state flower of New York in 1955.

New York State Flower

What is the New Mexico State Flower?

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0400

New Mexico State Flower - Yucca

The Yucca plant belongs to the lily family and was designated as the official state flower of New Mexico in 1927.

New Mexico State Flower

What s the New Jersey State Flower?

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

New Jersey State Flower - Violet

In 1913 the Violet was designated as the New Jersey State flower, however, due to a technicality in New Jersey legislature, the Violet was considered to be of uncertain status for fifty years.

New Jersey State Flower

What is the New Hampshire State Flower?

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

New Hampshire State Flower - Purple Lilac

The Purple Lilac was designated the official state flower of New Hampshire after a debate about the merits of several flowers in 1919.

New Hampshire State Flower

What is the Nevada State Flower?

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:25:00 -0400

Nevada State Flower - Sagebrush

The Sagebrush was originally adopted by the state of Nevada not as the state flower but as the state emblem in 1917.

Nevada State Flower

What is the Nebraska State Flower?

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Nebraska State Flower - Goldenrod

In 1895 the goldenrod was dadopted as the official state flower of Nebraska.

Nebraska State Flower

What is the Montana State Flower?

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Montana State Flower - Bitterroot

The Bitterroot, prior to its adoption as the state flower of Montana, was considered a delicacy among natives: specifically the Shoshone and Flathead Indians.

Montana State Flower

What is the Missouri State Flower?

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 09:21:00 -0400

Missouri State Flower - Hawthorn

The Hawthorn Blossom was adopted as the official floral emblem of Missouri in 1923 by the Missouri General Assembly.

Missouri State Flower

What is the Mississippi State Flower?

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Mississippi State Flower - Magnolia

Mississippi, perhaps one of the latest to jump on the state flower bandwagon, did not adopt a state flower until 1952.

Mississippi State Flower

What is the Minnesota State Flower?

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Minnesota State Flower - Pink and White Ladys Slipper

Like many other state the adoption of a state flower was prompted by The Chicago Worlds Fairs National Garland of Flowers in 1893.

Minnesota State Flower

What is the Michigan State Flower?

Wed, 6 Oct 2010 09:00:44 -0400

Michigan State Flower - Apple Blossom

In 1897 William Harris suggested legislation that designated the Apple Blossom as the official state flower of Michigan.

Michigan State Flower

What is the Massachusetts State Flower?

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Massachusetts State Flower - Mayflower

The Mayflower, allegedly named by the Pilgrims, was established as the official state flower of Massachusetts in 1918 after being voted on by roughly 150,000 school children.

Massachusetts State Flower

What is the Maryland State Flower?

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Maryland State Flower - Black-Eyed Susan

In 1896, after possibly being inspired by the Chicago World’s Fair that inspired so many other state flowers, a group of women formed at the Maryland Agricultural College.

Maryland State Flower

What is the Maine State Flower?

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Maine State Flower - White Pine Cone and Tassel

The White Pine Cone and Tassel was adopted as the official state floral emblem in February of 1895 after beg encouraged by The National Garland of Flowers at the Chicago Worlds Fair in 1893.

Maine State Flower

What is the Louisiana State Flower?

Wed, 9 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Louisiana State Flower- Magnolia

The state flower of Louisiana is the magnolia. In the summer, the states thousands of magnolia trees blossom.

Louisiana State Flower

What is the Kentucky State Flower?

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Kentucky State Flower - Goldenrod

The adoption of the Goldenrod as the state flower of Kentucky was far more controversial than most.

Kentucky State Flower

What is the Kansas State Flower?

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Kansas State Flower - Sunflower

In the early fall, the roadsides of Kansas are littered with sunflowers. Neraly 3,000 years ago the Native Americans in the area domesticated the flower.

Kansas State Flower

What is the Iowa State Flower?

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Iowa State Flower - Wild Prairie Rose

The Wild Prairie Rose was designated as the official state flower of Iowa after the Iowa Senate consulted the Iowa Federation of Women’s Clubs in 1897.

Iowa State Flower

What is the Indiana State Flower?

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Indiana State Flower - Peony

The Peony was designated as the state flower of Indiana after twenty six years of the zinnia reigning as the state flower.

Indiana State Flower

What is the Illinois State Flower?

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Illinois State Flower - Violet

The Violet produces two types of flowers: large showy flowers that flower in the spring, and small bud like flowers that produce the majority of the Violets seeds.

Illinois State Flower

What is the Idaho State Flower?

Mon, 3 Jan 2011 09:00:00 -0400

Idaho State Flower- Syringa Mock Orange

In 1980, after Idaho had been accepted into the union, the First Legislature agreed upon the Syringa being the state flower.

Idaho State Flower

What is the Hawaii State Flower?

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Hawaii State Flower - Hibiscus

The State Flower of Hawaii is the Hawaiian Hibiscus. It is one of the seven native Hawaiian hibiscus flowers of Hawaii.

Hawaii State Flower

What is the Georgia State Flower?

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Georgia State Flower - Cherokee Rose

Widly distributed by the Cherokee Indians, the Cherokee Rose was chosen as the states floral emblem by the Georgia Federation of Womens Clubs in 1961.

Georgia State Flower

What is the Florida State Flower?

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Florida State Flower - Orange Blossom

In 1909 the Orange Blossom was adopted as the state flower of Florida.

Florida State Flower

What is the Delaware State Flower?

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Delaware State Flower -Peach Blossom

The Peach Blossom was adopted as Delewares state flower in 1895 due to the state’s large number of peach orchards, roughly 800,000, and also due to the large amount of revenue the orchids brought in.

Delaware State Flower

What is the District of Columbias Flower?

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

District of Columbia Flower - American Beauty Rose

The American Beauty Rose is a deep pink flower that flowers in the spring and is known for its fragrant blooms.

District of Columbia Flower

What is the Connecticut State Flower?

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Connecticut State Flower - Mountain Laurel

The Mountain Laurel is an evergreen shrub and belongs to the Blueberry family.

Connecticut State Flower

What is the Colorado State Flower?

Mon, 8 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Colorado State Flower - Rocky Mountain Columbine

In 1899 the General Assembly of Colorado specified the Rocky Mountain Columbine to be the state flower.

Colorado State Flower

What is the California State Flower?

Mon, 1 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

California State Flower - California Poppy

Californias state flower was chosen in 1903, and is the poppy.

California State Flower

What is the Arkansas State Flower?

Mon, 1 Nov 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Arkansas State Flower - Apple Blossom

In 1901 the Apple Blossom selected as the state flower of Arkansas.

Arkansas State Flower

What is the Arizona State Flower?

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Arizona State Flower - Saguaro Cactus Blossom

The Saguaro Cactus Blossom was designated as the state flower of Arizona in 1931 after previously being designated as the Official Territorial Flower in 1901.

Arizona State Flower

What is the Alaska State Flower?

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Alaska State Flower - Forget Me Not

Alaskas state flower was chosen in 1949, and is the forget-me-not.

Alaska State Flower

What is the Alabama State Flower?

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Alabama State Flower - Camelia

In 1927 the Goldenrod was adopted as the official state flower of Alabama.

Alabama State Flower

Planting Times for Garden Vegetables

Mon, 4 Oct 2010 09:00:00 -0400

There are two different types of garden vegetables: cool season vegetables and warm season vegetables.

Cool season vegetables require cool soil and air temperatures to grow, and most will survive a light frost. Cool season vegetables include: beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, lettuce, onions, peas, potatoes, radishes, and spinach.

Planting Times for Garden Vegetables

List of State Flowers

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 09:00:00 -0400

List of State Flowers

Tips for Garden Weddings

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:00:00 -0400

Planning a wedding can be both fun and stressful. Trying to have a theme, like a garden wedding, can require extra work, but can also help make your wedding unique and memorable. Remember that keeping it simple but tasteful can go a long way - there is no need to go overboard with a garden theme.

Tips for Garden Weddings

List of Flower Names for Girls

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 09:00:00 -0500

List of Flower Names for Girls

New Perennial-Gardens.com Launched for Gardeners and Flower Lovers

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 09:00:00 -0400

Gardeners and those who love flowers will be delighted with the launch of Perennial-Gardens.com. Perennial-Gardens.com is a new premier shopping destination for stylish and trendy flower themed gifts for gardeners.

Perennial-Gardens.com contains a variety of flower themed gift items that can easily be customized with a personal message. Perennial-Gardens.com has more than 3000 gifts, including flower themed: t-shirts, sweatshirts, tank tops, sneakers, skateboards, postage stamps, magnets, mouse pads, stickers, business cards, binders, mugs, pins and posters. The gifts contain more than 100 different flower species and floral designs.

Gift items are categorized by both product type and flower type, making it very easy to find exactly what you are seeking. New gifts and designs are added regularly so check the Perennial-Gardens.com website often

New Perennial-Gardens.com Launched for Gardeners and Flower Lovers