Saturday, March 16, 2013

The Meaning of Flowers


The Meaning of Flowers
Meaning of Flowers

Hera = Loyalty.

Lilies = Purity.

Roses = Considered the most romantic among the flowers. Symbolically represents the eternal passion.

Red roses = Love.

Violets = Modesty.

Orange blossom = Fertility and joy to the couple.

Gerbera = is linked to feelings such as joy, purity and simplicity.

Sunflower = Represents strength and integrity.

Jasmine = Relates to luck and joy.

Daisies = symbolize innocence and virginity.

Tulips = elegance and sensitivity.

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Bees and flowers communicate using electrical fields

Bees and flowers communicate using electrical fields
Bees and flowers communicate using electrical fields, reveals a study from Bristol University, UK, published in the magazine Science.

According to the article by the team led by Daniel Robert, communication  flowers methods are at least as sophisticated as an advertising agency, using colors, patterns and smell to attract their pollinators. Now, scientists have found that these forms of communication joins another: the emission of electrical signals, like a neon sign, which allow the bees to distinguish them from other fields and find reserves of pollen and nectar.

The researchers explain that the plants normally have a negative charge and emit weak electric fields. Bees, in turn, acquire a positive charge to 200 volts as flying in the air. Although there is no electric shock when a bee approaches a flower, a small electric field arises that potentially conveys information.

Scientists do not yet know how the bees detect electric fields, but admit that their hair can react the same way that people's hair reacts to static electricity of an old TV screen.

"This new communication channel reveals how flowers can potentially inform their pollinators on the true state of their reserves of nectar and pollen," said Heather Whitney, co-author of the study.

Friday, January 25, 2013

How to Plant Roses

Roses
The art of planting roses does not have to be a complicated thing to do. When you have the right knowledge, there are no limits to a beautiful garden or rosebush that you can create. Now you will have with you all the time, all the beauty and delicious fragrance that roses can give.

1. Check with your garden center or the florist to find out what are the best types of roses to grow in your climate. If you are a beginner, look for Disease-resistant types of roses because they require much less maintenance.

2. Learn that when planting roses, choose a well-lit place in the morning is essential. You will also want a place that has the sunlight for a minimum of 6 hours per day. Roses need a large amount of light to grow appropriately.


3. Carefully remove the rose from its container. Soak the roots in water for 8 to 10 hours. Remove any broken or wounded root or roots of the size and thickness of a pencil lower.

Roses
4 . Water your plants frequently during the first 3 to 4 weeks after planting. Usually do it when the top 5cm of soil is dry. To stay healthy your roses need plenty of hydration and nutrition.

5. Begin fertilization approximately 3 months after planting. Use 10 to 12 cm of straw, dried grass, to control temperature, moisture and prevent weeds from appearing. The straw also helps hold the vital nutrients that your roses need to stay healthy.

Friday, January 18, 2013

Flower care

Flowers care
The purpose is to conserve the flowers for as long as possible. Flowers are fragile and must be provided with great care. Just follow a series of basic care and so will keep your flowers fresh and beautiful for much longer.


In the flowers box you can find a document about nitrates. Nitrates help plants absorb nutrients from the water, helping to keep the flowers healthy for longer.

Cut the stems about an inch in oblique if possible. The end of the stem is dried during transportation and does not perform properly nutrient absorption.
Add a little bleach to the water and sugar
Through this simple operation will eat your flowers correctly.