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Beautiful blooms in surprising places around Ireland
New book from Appassionata founder Ruth Monahan features floral displays in diverse locations sround the country Wild flowers foraged in the west and photographed in Glendalough The language of flowers may be eloquent, but making floral short stories pushes the craft...
In Full Bloom: Like ’em or not, roses and their many uses have stood the test of time
In some varieties, selective breeding has mutated the multitudinous stamens of the rose into petals. The extra petals make pollination impossible, which is why these full flowered varieties do not make rose hips. (Allissa Bunner) Under the creaking boughs of an oak...
From the Extension: Tropical bulbs perform beautifully in Lake
Did you know there are lots of irises that will grow in central Florida? Try Louisiana iris, African iris, pictured, and blue flag iris to add magic to your landscape. [ PHILIPPE TEUWEN / FLICKR via CC license ] Hide caption Flowering bulbs are not often thought of as...
Flower power
As local florists are consolidating and closing their shops, the shifting tides present opportunities for IGCs to embrace flowers. As traditional florists close up shop, IGCs are looking to fill the gap, but floral departments require staff with a particular set of...Latest News
