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FOTD : Lilly

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FOTD : Lilly

The Symbolism Often referred to as "white-robed apostles of hope," their color symbolizes the purity of Christ, who was free from sin. ... Thus, lilies represent rebirth and hope, just as the resurrection does in the Christian faith. Lilies are also mentioned or alluded to several times in the Bible. Pink (stargazer) lilies symbolize prosperity and abundance. Red lilies symbolize passion. Orange (tiger) lilies symbolize confidence, pride, and wealth. [...]

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Melville,La Garden Tour

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Melville,La Garden Tour

Our local Garden Club puts on an Annual Azuela Walking Tour. So today let's walk around Melville , La and check out the flowers this Spring. And end with an Open house and Garden Tea . Stops along the Way : From about early March through late May, azaleas abound in colorful flowers. Here are just [...]

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Easter Lilly ; Symbolism, History and Planting guides

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Easter Lilly ; Symbolism, History and Planting guides

During the Easter season, homes and churches alike are adorned with the gorgeous, fragrant white blooms we know as Easter lilies. The plant's scientific name is Lilium longiflorum, but along the way, it picked up the common name "Easter lily."  Easter Lily Symbolism The flowers are often referred to as "white-robed apostles of hope," and they [...]

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Home and Garden : Spring Bulbs

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Home and Garden : Spring Bulbs

Good Morning from Rainy Louisiana. The March weather has been warm and wet - perfect for my Spring bulbs I planted in October. I have always been amazed at the whole process of planting bulbs and waiting for them to GROW. So today it's all about growing bulbs and showing off my flowers from my [...]

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Wildflowers : FOTD 3/2

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Wildflowers : FOTD 3/2

Weeds are everywhere and the bane of gardeners worldwide. But what are they? How are weeds different from the flowers that you plant in your garden? It’s a matter of perception. Weeds are just rapidly spreading plants that have sprouted in a place where they’re not wanted, and they are usually wildflowers. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines a [...]

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FOTD: Red Crepe Myrtle

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FOTD: Red Crepe Myrtle

We Southerners share certain favorites memories—the smell of a freshly mowed lawn, the high-pitched cry of cicadas on sweltering days, the juicy taste of sweet watermelon, and the vision of huge crepe myrtles bent low by the weight of their blooms. Although native to China, crepe myrtles have set deep roots in our Southern soil, [...]

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FOTD: Winter white flowers

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FOTD: Winter white flowers

Snowdrops are already blooming in the garden. Its so nice to see something beautiful blooming . A gift from Heaven from Dad that he's watching over our family. Did you know Snowdrops are perennial grown from bulbs. After the first year, they will bloom every year. And usually the first flowers to bloom They symbolize [...]