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Genetics and Evolution – Class 12 Notes

Genetics and evolution

Genetics and evolution are two core areas in biology that delve into the inheritance of traits and the gradual development of species over generations. This article provides a comprehensive overview of these topics for Class 12 students, covering key concepts such as heredity, genetic material, Mendelian laws, variations, and evolutionary theories.

Part 1: Genetics – The Science of Heredity

Genetics is the study of heredity and variations. It explains how traits are passed down from one generation to the next and why organisms exhibit differences despite having the same ancestors. Key topics in genetics include genes, inheritance patterns, and molecular mechanisms.

1. Genes and Chromosomes

Genes: Genes are segments of DNA that determine specific traits. They act as instructions for producing proteins, which are essential for cell functions.

Chromosomes: In organisms, DNA is packaged into chromosomes. Humans, for example, have 23 pairs of chromosomes, containing thousands of genes.

2. Mendelian Genetics

Gregor Mendel, known as the "Father of Genetics," conducted experiments with pea plants to uncover how traits are inherited. His work led to the formulation of the Laws of Inheritance.

Law of Dominance: In a heterozygous pair of alleles (gene variants), the dominant allele expresses itself, masking the effect of the recessive allele.

Law of Segregation: Each organism inherits two alleles for each trait (one from each parent), which separate during gamete formation. This results in each gamete carrying only one allele for each trait.

Law of Independent Assortment: Genes for different traits segregate independently of each other, giving rise to varied combinations in offspring.

3. Genetic Crosses

Mendel’s experiments led to the monohybrid cross (one trait) and dihybrid cross (two traits). These crosses help predict the genotype and phenotype of offspring:

Monohybrid Cross: A cross examining one trait. For instance, crossing tall (TT) and dwarf (tt) pea plants results in tall plants in the F1 generation, but a 3:1 tall-to-dwarf ratio in F2.

Dihybrid Cross: A cross examining two traits. Crossing plants with two traits like round and yellow seeds (RRYY) and wrinkled green seeds (rryy) yields a 9:3:3:1 phenotypic ratio.

4. Deviations from Mendelian Genetics

Not all traits follow Mendelian patterns. Some exhibit Incomplete Dominance (blended traits, e.g., pink flowers in snapdragons from red and white parents) and Codominance (both alleles express simultaneously, e.g., AB blood group).

5. Multiple Alleles and Polygenic Inheritance

Multiple Alleles: Some traits are determined by more than two alleles, such as blood type in humans (A, B, and O alleles).

Polygenic Inheritance: Traits like skin color and height are controlled by multiple genes. Each gene adds to the cumulative effect, resulting in a continuous range of phenotypes.

6. Genetic Disorders

Genetic mutations can lead to disorders, categorized as:

Mendelian Disorders: Caused by single-gene mutations, e.g., hemophilia and sickle cell anemia.

Chromosomal Disorders: Result from abnormalities in chromosome number or structure, e.g., Down syndrome (trisomy 21), Turner syndrome (missing X chromosome in females).

Part 2: Evolution – Change Over Time

Evolution is the gradual development of organisms from simple to complex forms over millions of years. It explains how new species arise and adapt to their environment.

1. Theories of Evolution

Several theories attempt to explain how evolution occurs.

Lamarck’s Theory of Inheritance of Acquired Characteristics: Proposed by Jean-Baptiste Lamarck, it suggests that traits acquired during an organism's lifetime can be passed down to offspring. Though later discredited, this theory contributed to evolutionary thinking.

Darwin’s Theory of Natural Selection: Charles Darwin proposed that organisms with favorable traits have higher survival and reproduction rates, allowing these traits to persist and accumulate in populations. Key principles of natural selection include variation, competition, and survival of the fittest.

Neo-Darwinism: Incorporates Darwin’s ideas with modern genetics, explaining evolution through natural selection acting on genetic variations and mutations.

2. Mechanisms of Evolution

Evolution occurs through several mechanisms:

Mutation: Random changes in DNA that create new alleles and contribute to genetic diversity.

Genetic Drift: Random changes in allele frequency, more pronounced in small populations, leading to evolution.

Gene Flow: Movement of genes between populations, contributing to genetic diversity.

Natural Selection: Favorable traits increase an organism’s chances of survival and reproduction, becoming more common in the population.

3. Speciation and Types of Evolution

Speciation: The process by which new species arise due to genetic changes that cause reproductive isolation.

Allopatric Speciation: Occurs when populations are geographically separated, leading to new species.

Sympatric Speciation: New species form in the same geographic area due to reproductive barriers.

Types of Evolution:

Divergent Evolution: When a species diverges into multiple forms, each adapting to a different environment, like Darwin's finches.

Convergent Evolution: Different species develop similar traits due to similar environmental pressures, e.g., wings in bats and birds.

4. Evidence of Evolution

Multiple lines of evidence support the theory of evolution:

Fossil Record: Fossils reveal gradual changes in organisms over time, providing a historical record of life on Earth.

Comparative Anatomy: Homologous structures (similar structures in different species) suggest a common ancestor, while analogous structures (similar functions but different structures) result from convergent evolution.

Embryology: Similarities in embryos of different species suggest a shared ancestry.

Molecular Evidence: DNA and protein similarities between species indicate evolutionary relationships. Molecular clocks estimate when species diverged by comparing genetic differences.

5. Human Evolution

Humans evolved through a series of stages from primate ancestors:

Early Ancestors: Hominins, a group including Homo species, showed gradual evolution in traits like bipedalism, brain size, and tool use.

Homo erectus and Neanderthals: These ancestors displayed advanced tool use and social behaviors.

Homo sapiens: Modern humans appeared about 200,000 years ago, showing sophisticated tool use, language, and culture.

Part 3: Genetics and Evolution in Modern Biology

Genetics and evolution form the foundation of modern biology and have significant applications:

Genomics and Biotechnology: Advances in genetics allow scientists to manipulate DNA, leading to developments in medicine, agriculture, and industry.

Conservation Biology: Understanding genetic diversity is essential for conserving endangered species and managing biodiversity.

Human Health: Genetic research helps in identifying genetic diseases, understanding inheritance patterns, and developing gene therapies.

Conclusion

Genetics and evolution are intertwined fields that reveal how life diversifies and adapts over time. Genetics provides the blueprint for inheritance, while evolution explains the transformation of species. Together, these disciplines have transformed our understanding of life, from the level of individual genes to the complexity of ecosystems. By exploring genetic mechanisms and evolutionary theories, we gain insights into the origins, adaptations, and future of life on Earth.

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cerasus--flores · 2 years ago

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all the flower asks for vesper pleading emoji

"flowers? for me? thanks, little fox."

Sunflower - What name(s) were you originally thinking of calling your OC?

none??? their name was kinda the first thing i came up w for them besides their appearance

Rose - What is your OC's favourite form of self-care?

foxboy pets catnaps under the sun,,,

Lilac - Does your OC have a comfort item? If so, what is it?

quinn's glasses as of present day, xyr wedding ring on timeskip

Orchid - What is your OC's biggest fear?

being separated from the family he was able to build, both in his friends and his eventual partners and children

Snapdragon - What is your OC's most used phrase?

"hey there, pretty boy." hehe <3

Daisy - What inspired you to create your OC?

i was finally developing the idea for sorcerers in ad vitam but i kinda wanted an actual dude in there to have something more "tangible" to experiment with, and thus, vesper was born !!

Lily - What is your OC's love language?

giving: physical touch, gifts

receiving: words of affirmation, physical touch

Poppy - How is your OC around strangers?

enticing~ they're quite the charmer

Violet - Do a voice claim for your OC

eng yuri leclerc,,,,, hehehehehe 💜

Tulip - If you could say/do one thing to your OC, what would you say/do?

pet them and tell them they're doing well :')

Sweet pea - What colour are your OC's eyes?

viewer left eye is a silvery grey color, and their right eye is blue !!

Jasmine - If your OC had a tumblr blog, what would their URL be?

@perfect--shot ;)

Dandelion - Does your OC get overwhelmed easily?

not really, not anymore. when they j awoke to their powers tho? yeah. get used to them kitty ears

Marigold - Describe your OC in three words or less

tall, dark, handsome.

Daffodil - Is your OC likeable?

i think he is :D

Petunia - When was the last time your OC cried?

months ago.

Buttercup - Does your OC have any odd quirks/habits?

besides the usual cat stuff, they bounce their leg when they sit. A Lot. they also fidget around w their gun a bunch lol as well as w their lighter

Lavender - How does your OC cope with loud noises?

in "human" form they can deal w them, when cat though,,,,,, they'll leave the room :')

Snowdrop - What is something your OC loves, and what is something they hate?

vesper loves... alee

vesper loves... *sees eglantine* revolución.

Winterberry - Use one or more photos that encapsulates your OC's clothing style.

work fit vs what they wear like. regularly yk.

Wisteria - Does your OC have a skill they'd like to learn? What is stopping them?

so many things and so little time,,,,,,

#ciaran rambling on #ciaran talking about ocs #vesper mixtio #fucker (affectionate)

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aroaessidhe · 3 years ago

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A Dark and Starless Forest character descriptions

for fanart reference! find my full database at my pinned post.

Derry

her flower is a poppy.

Tiny gray flowers bloom on my shoulder and descend across the thick fat of my upper arm. It doesn't hurt. It's a gentle push under my skin, a tug from somewhere above it

fat, long brown hair, plain black glasses, jeans, tshirt, purple sneakers

tiny green flowers sprouted along my left ear / tiny blue flowers fall from my hair to the floor

"Through Violet, I learned to love the way a tank top showed off my upper arms or revealed the full shape of my stomach."

ties hair up in a ponytail

paints her nails red

Frank

a tall white man in his 30s or 40s. lean, green eyes, wears reflective sunglasses outside

Jane

pink camellia

Jane is the oldest of us at nineteen. She's a slender Black girl who spent the first ten years of her life on a farm in Ohio. She wound up here, like the rest of us did after her, when her magic became too much for her parents to handle.

Winnie

amaryllis

She's anxiously braided a small portion of her long blonde hair while waiting her turn. The braid falls apart when she drops her hands and steps up.

Winnie arrived at the lake house a few months afterJane. I don't think she changed much from that point to when I met her two years later, or even to now. She's still a chubby white girl with pigtails, a temper, and a Minnesota accent.

has a pet poltergeist??

derry grows a spiny black flower for her

Brooke

The third-oldest, Brooke, is a Deaf Mexican American. Her flower is a cluster of blue forget-me-nots that outshine anything else on the shelf.

left side of face has a constellation of freckles and moles travelling from cheek to shoulder

fat

fire & air magic

Elle & Irene

Elle and Irene are twins, but not identical twins- they're both tall white girls, but there are a million little differences, like Elle's honey-blond hair versus Irene's dark blond, or Elle's face, with its thick smattering of freckles, versus Irene's face, which tends to go red more than it freckles or even tans.

blue eyes

Irene is trans

Elle's flower is a vivid pink snapdragon, and Irene's a coral-red hibiscus with deceptively delicate petals.

under glamour: Elle's freckles now glow like little stars. Her blond hair is shot through with silver, not like natural gray hair, bur like tinsel from a Christmas tree. Her eyes have gone blacker than black, blacker than coal. She pulls aside the collar of her shirt and we see the little pearls studding her collarbone.

Elle's favourite flower is crocuses, purple and white and yellow

Violet

Next is Violet. They're a couple years younger than me, but already taller. I'm not that short or anything. Violet just sprouted up over the last couple years. They're five-foot-ten, with shaggy brown hair and huge gray eyes behind plain black glasses, the same kind I wear. They're Mexican American, like Brooke, though their skin is a little lighter than her deep brown.

glamour their hair from brown to purple to silver

blue tined hair, green eyes

Like every week, Violet's patterned an item of their clothing -today a T-shirt- to have a sunflower pattern. It matches their glass flower. A good luck charm.

yellow magic

they experiment with glamouring clothes, favouring anything with huge sleeves they can flap like wings. sometimes dust glitter on their face like freckles.

Olivia & London

Unlike the big twins, London and Olivia are identical. They're two little Black girls with the same inquisitive brown eyes, same broad noses, same round chipmunk cheeks. They're the youngest in the house by six years. They're the babies of the house, and we all dote on them, but being young doesn't get them out of our weekly tests. London's apple blossom is a pale pink, but it still glows brighter than most. Olivia's sweet pea is a vibrant, flickering fuchsia. London's flash is always small, where Olivia's tends to be brighter, because London isn't as fierce about practicing her magic.

-one of Olivia's many makeshift terrariums more fully under her bed. What Olivia really wants is a cat, but that's not going to happen, so last year she began her collection of moths and spiders. Her prized pet is a shiny black beetle named Gabriel. She found him on her recent birthday, and took it as a sign that he was her familiar. Gabriel gets his own elaborate terrarium, and Olivia likes to hold and play with him,

Claire

pale and dark haired with huge dark eyes. her grey dress has buttons from the high white collar all the way to the half length hem

unreadable expression

crooked smile and too many teeth

ability to manifest physical objects, flower was also a poppy

#A Dark and Starless Forest #Sarah Hollowell #char desc database

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cursed-jujutsu-san · 4 years ago

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✿Flower Requests✿

Hello, Hello! ✿◕ ‿ ◕✿ Welcome everybody to the flower viewing season better known as Hanami ✿ I know its too early to start the viewing since some flowers haven’t even flourished yet, but that’s just psychically!

This series of requests will be based around flowers and their meanings! So I’ll be combining my love for flower language with my love for an manga/anime!

Obviously the meaning of the flower will change how your request plays out so please make sure to check if the flower you’ve picked has a double meaning and if you’ve picked the one most suited to your wants!

Run-Time: 25th December until 5th January - but it has the potential to run on for longer or even come back at a later date ۹(ÒہÓ)۶

Rules!:

You can only request one character at the moment - this may change at a later date but for now to make it easier only one character please!

You can pick up to 2 flowers per request - anything more than that and it becomes a bouquet

Specify colour of flower - the meaning of a flower will change depending on the colour so when stating your flower also state the colour!

Sometimes flowers have a double meaning - e.g. peony symbolize compassion + good health but also shame or indignation - so if your flower is one of those please make sure to state the meaning you want!

✿Specials✿

Random: You state a character and the genre you’d like, leaving the flowers and story to me - its potluck for what you’ll receive for your viewing

Bouquet: You pick 5 or more flowers + type along with your character of choice

Types of Bouquet to order and view:

Wedding Anniversary Gift

Garden: ???

Flower shop: ???

Flowers - Alphabetical Order

Alstroemeria: A flower is symbolic of wealth, prosperity and fortune. It is also the flower of friendship.

White: Signifies a pure friendship and/or an unfading love between two people - used often for weddings

Yellow: Joy, Happiness, energy and optimism

Pink: Gentle love/feelings

Red: Passion and Dedication

Purple: Beauty, Royalty and Nobility

Anemone: A flower that symbolizes anticipation but also fading hope and a feeling of having been forsaken! Due to its wild nature, the flower specifically symbolizes relaxation and serves as a reminder to enjoy the moment in order to take in opportunities at the right time.

White: sincerity due to their delicate appearance.

Red and pink: symbolize death or forsaken love.

Purple: symbolize protection from evil

Bouvardia Double: symbolizes enthusiasm and It is also used to indicate zest for life

Bluebells: symbolizes Humility and constancy

Calla Lily symbolizes magnificence + beauty

White: Purity and unity

Pink: friendship + gentleness

Yellow: Energy/energetic

Burgundy: Vitality

Carnation symbolizes pride, beauty, love and fascination

Pink: most commonly found colour and symbolize gratitude

Red: Deep Love and Admiration

White: purity and good luck.

Yellow: disappointment and rejection

Purple: capriciousness - best to send to someone when you have no clue what to buy someone or their impulsive

Striped: Rejection or Regret

Chrysanthemum: symbolizes fidelity, optimism, joy and long life

Red: Love and Deep passion

White: Innocent, truth and a loyal love

Yellow: A slighted love

Camellia: This flower symbolizes the heart and expresses positive feelings. It’s most common meanings are Desire/ Passion, Refinement+ Perfection, Excellence, Faithfulness and Longevity

White: can mean purity, the love between mother and child or mourning when used in funeral flowers. When presented to a man, a white camellia is thought to bring luck.

Pink: symbolize longing.

Red: symbolize passion or desire.

Red and Pink: Combing red and pink camellias expresses romantic love.

Daffodil: It’s primary symbolism is that of new beginnings, rebirth and the coming of spring, but also Creativity, Inspiration, Renewal Vitality, Awareness, Inner Reflection, Memory and even Forgiveness

A single daffodil foretells a misfortune while a bunch of daffodils indicate joy and happiness.

Forget-Me-Not: This particular flower symbolizes True love memories and of course, please do not forget me

Gladiolus: Are a flower that symbolize Remembrance

Heather :A flower that symbolize Independence, Good fortune and Good luck - its also called Erica

Purple: beauty or worthy of admiration

White: luck/protection or fulfillment of a dream

Hyacinth: symbolizes playfulness, sporty attitude and constancy.

Blue: Constancy

Purple: Sorrow

Yellow: Jealousy

White: Loveliness, prayers for someone

Red + Pink: Playfulness

Hydrangea: This flower symbolizes heartfelt emotions. It can be used to express gratitude for being understood. In its negative sense hydrangea symbolizes frigidity and heartlessness.

Iris: A flower that symbolizes eloquence

Purple: wisdom and compliments

Blue: faith and hope

Yellow: Passion

White: Purity

Lily: A flower that symbolizes purity and refined beauty.

White: symbolizes modesty and virginity,

Orange: symbolizes passion,

Yellow: symbolizes gaiety while

Lily of the Valley: symbolizes sweetness and purity of heart

Easter lily: the symbol of the Virgin Mary.

Magnolia: A flower that symbolizes a Love of nature Marigold: A flower that symbolizes Despair, grief, jealousy. BUT! It can also symbolize things such as:

The beauty and warmth of the rising sun

Winning the affections of someone through hard work

Creativity and the drive to succeed

Desire for wealth

Cruelty and coldness due to jealousy

Sacred offerings to the Gods

Remembering and celebrating the dead

Promoting cheer and good relations in a relationship

Orchid: A symbol of the exotic beauty. It symbolizes refinement, thoughtfulness and mature charm and also symbolizes pride and sometimes femininity.

Peony: symbolizes bashfulness and compassion. When used in a negative sense it can be used to express indignation or shame. It symbolizes a happy life, happy marriage, good health and prosperity.

Rose: It signifies love in its various forms. Its symbolism varies based on color, variety and number

Red: Love, I love you.

Dark crimson: Mourning

Pink: Happiness

White: I’m worthy of you

Yellow: Jealousy, decrease of love, infidelity

Orange: enthusiasm and passion.

Lavender: love at first sight

Coral: friendship, modesty, sympathy

One rose symbolizes love at first sight. Two roses symbolize shared and deep love. Three roses says “I love you”. Six roses says “I want to be yours”. Seven roses says “I’m infatuated with you”. Nine roses symbolize eternal love. Ten roses says “You’re perfect”.

Snapdragon: This flower symbolizes graciousness and strength. But its negative connotations include deception and presumption.

Sunflower: It signifies pure thoughts. The flower symbolizes adoration and dedication. It is symbolic of dedicated love. It is however also symbolic of haughtiness but that is specifically for a tall Sunflower!

Sweet pea: Is a flower that symbolizes Delicate pleasures

Red: love, courage, and desire.

White: innocence, calmness, and gratitude

Pink: youth, linked with happiness, joy, and beauty.

Purple: symbolizes admiration, respect, and pride.

Sakura (Cherry Blossom): Its a flower that symbolizes the short lived beauty of youth, arrival of a new family member and the coming of spring, since this is one of the first trees to bloom each year.

Tulip: It signifies a declaration of love but it also symbolizes fame and perfect love but on a negative note it symbolizes forgotten or neglected love

Yellow: unrequited or spurned love - Sending a yellow Tulip to someone means you love them, but you know they don’t return your feelings.

Bright red: passion and perfect love

Purple: tied to royalty, but also abundance and prosperity.

Pink: affection and love

#jujutsu kaisen x reader #jjk x reader #yuji itadori x reader #megumi fushiguro x reader #gojo satoru x reader #sukuna x reader #Choso x reader #Mahito x reader #nanami x reader #suguru geto x reader

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krispydreamerbeliever · 4 years ago

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Secret Garden Challenge

Welcome to the sims flower garden! Each flower here is unique, fun, and provides a fresh (or floral, if you will) way to explore newer sim content.

Rules:

Play on normal lifespan

Minimal money cheats allowed

The career and aspiration for each generation must be mastered unless stated otherwise

Besides this, there is freedom to do whatever you please

Generation One: Rose

Color: Red

Roses are a strong flower that symbolize mystery, attaining the impossible, and love at first sight

Traits: Paranoid, Family-Oriented, Insane

Aspiration: Strangerville Mystery

Career: Military (Covert Operator)

Live in Strangerville

Complete the Strangerville Mystery Aspiration and get to the top of the military career (Covert Operator pathway)

Master the parenting, fitness, and logic skills

Marry your first love and maintain a strong romantic bond

Have four children (any of whom can be the heir) and be good friends with all of them

Generation Two: Sunflower

Color: Yellow

Sunflowers symbolize growth and vitality. They are unafraid of being tall and standing out from the crowd

Traits: Outgoing, Self-Absorbed, Materialistic

Aspiration: Master Actor/Actress

Career: Actor

Master the acting, media-production, and DJ mixing skill and get to the top of the acting career

Achieve maximum celebrity status

Be part of the drama club (afterschool activity) as a child/teen

Marry at least twice to two different celebrities, and have very lavish weddings

Break up at least one marriage (just for fun, or to marry. Up to you)

Generation Three: Jasmine

Color: Purple

Jasmines are flowers with attitude. They are majestic and symbolize wealth, grace, and admiration.

Traits: Perfectionist, Snob, and any other trait of your choosing

Aspiration: World-Famous Celebrity

Career: Style Influencer

Master the charisma, painting, and writing skill and complete the Style Influencer career (either branch)

Achieve at least level 5 of the photography skill

Open a successful fashion boutique

Complete the postcard collection. You secretly yearn for close friends who won’t use you for your influence!

Generation Four: Snapdragon

Color: Green

Snapdragons are fascinating two-faced flowers. They symbolize both cordiality and deception

Traits: Cheerful, Jealous, Kleptomaniac

Aspiration: Archeology Scholar

Career: Detective

Complete the archeology, selvadoradeon culture, and handiness skills and get to the top of the detective career

Achieve at least level 8 in fishing

Be a scout as a child and/or teen

Spend at least one day in Selvadorada every other week and explore the jungle

Learn all the new Selvadoradan recipes

Complete fish collection

Generation Five: Aster

Color: Light Blue

Asters symbolize daintiness, peace, and patience. These beautiful blue flowers are known to have healing properties

Traits: Dog or Cat Lover, Loves the Outdoors, Loner

Aspiration: Friend of the Animals

Career: Gardener (Florist) and Veterinarian

Master the gardening, flower arranging, and veterinarian skills

Optional: Get to the top of the gardening career, florist branch. (This is more of a day job. Your real passion is being a veterinarian! Personally, I’d go for it and see how far you get)

Own a 5 star veterinarian clinic

Maintain a garden

Have the dog or cat (or both) hangout trait on your house

Generation Six: Sweet Pea

Color: Pink

Sweet peas are small, yet hardy fragrant blossoms. They are associated with good times and achievable dreams

Traits: Foodie, Ambitious, Hot-Headed

Aspiration: Grilled Cheese and Master Chef

Career: Culinary (Celebrity Chef)

Master the cooking, gourmet cooking, and mixology skills

Complete both the grilled cheese and master chef aspirations

Get to the top of the culinary career

Successfully run a 5-Star restaurant

Learn to cook all experimental dishes and collect their pictures

Generation Seven: Water Lily

Color: Dark Blue

Water Lilies are lively flowers that bloom even in the dirtiest pond water, and come in every color under the rainbow. They represent beauty and enlightenment

Traits: Bro, Childish, Geek

Aspiration: Friend of the World

Career: Social Media (Internet Personality)

Master the charisma, video gaming, and the comedy skill and get to the top of the social media career

Master the pet training skill and have a fully-trained pet that is simstagram famous

Be close to your grandparent (you’re a friend of the world just like they’re a friend of the animals)

Live in San Myshuno and go to every single festival you get invited to

In your freetime, compete in video game competitions

Learn every recipe from the San Myshuno food stalls

Generation Eight: Daisy

Color: Grey

Daisies symbolize innocence, fertility, and purity of intention. They are often given as gifts to new mothers

Traits: Unflirty, Creative, Music Lover

Aspiration: Big Happy Family

Career: Political (Activist)

Master the charisma skill and two instruments of your choosing

Achieve at least level five of the singing skill

Busk in your free time and earn money by being a living statue

Have triplets (you can cheat for this)

Have each of your children age up with at least one good parenthood trait

Complete one collection

Generation Nine: Honeysuckle

Color: Orange

Honeysuckles are associated with happiness, sweetness, and laughter

Traits: Goofball, Good, Insider

Aspiration: Leader of the Pack

Career: Scientist

Master the fitness, baking, and bowling skills

Be the leader of a popular club and meet up at least once a week

Throw one of every party, and achieve gold in at least five

Marry a club member

Be a frequent visitor and seller at the flea market

Generation Ten: Foxglove

Color: Black

Foxgloves represent power, influence, and secrets. They are associated with spells and enchantment.

Traits: Evil, Genius, and any other trait of your choosing

Aspiration: Master Vampire/Mansion Baron

Career: Criminal (Oracle)

Master the herbalism, wellness, mischief, and programming skills and get to the top of the criminal career (more life means more time to gain skills!)

Turn into a vampire as a young adult

Turn your partner into a vampire and marry them, and have at least three children

Befriend the hermit of Granite Falls

Eventually create and live in a large and lavish vampire mansion that will stand the test of time for generations.

#Sims4 #sims 4 simblr #sims 4 gameplay #sims 4 challenge #sims 4 garden #Sims 4 secret garden #ts4 legacy #Ts4

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sulx2 · 6 years ago

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Secret Garden Challenge

Welcome to the sims flower garden! Each flower here is unique, fun, and provides a fresh (or floral, if you will) way to explore newer sim content.

Rules:

Play on normal lifespan

Minimal money cheats allowed

The career and aspiration for each generation must be mastered unless stated otherwise

Besides this, there is freedom to do whatever you please

Generation One: Rose

Color: Red

Roses are a strong flower that symbolize mystery, attaining the impossible, and love at first sight

Traits: Paranoid, Family-Oriented, Insane

Aspiration: Strangerville Mystery

Career: Military (Covert Operator)

Live in Strangerville

Complete the Strangerville Mystery Aspiration and get to the top of the military career (Covert Operator pathway)

Master the parenting, fitness, and logic skills

Marry your first love and maintain a strong romantic bond

Have four children (any of whom can be the heir) and be good friends with all of them

Generation Two: Sunflower

Color: Yellow

Sunflowers symbolize growth and vitality. They are unafraid of being tall and standing out from the crowd

Traits: Outgoing, Self-Absorbed, Materialistic

Aspiration: Master Actor/Actress

Career: Actor

Master the acting, media-production, and DJ mixing skill and get to the top of the acting career

Achieve maximum celebrity status

Be part of the drama club (afterschool activity) as a child/teen

Marry at least twice to two different celebrities, and have very lavish weddings

Break up at least one marriage (just for fun, or to marry. Up to you)

Generation Three: Jasmine

Color: Purple

Jasmines are flowers with attitude. They are majestic and symbolize wealth, grace, and admiration.

Traits: Perfectionist, Snob, and any other trait of your choosing

Aspiration: World-Famous Celebrity

Career: Style Influencer

Master the charisma, painting, and writing skill and complete the Style Influencer career (either branch)

Achieve at least level 5 of the photography skill

Open a successful fashion boutique

Complete the postcard collection. You secretly yearn for close friends who won’t use you for your influence!

Generation Four: Snapdragon

Color: Green

Snapdragons are fascinating two-faced flowers. They symbolize both cordiality and deception

Traits: Cheerful, Jealous, Kleptomaniac

Aspiration: Archeology Scholar

Career: Detective

Complete the archeology, selvadoradeon culture, and handiness skills and get to the top of the detective career

Achieve at least level 8 in fishing

Be a scout as a child and/or teen

Spend at least one day in Selvadorada every other week and explore the jungle

Learn all the new Selvadoradan recipes

Complete fish collection

Generation Five: Aster

Color: Light Blue

Asters symbolize daintiness, peace, and patience. These beautiful blue flowers are known to have healing properties

Traits: Dog or Cat Lover, Loves the Outdoors, Loner

Aspiration: Friend of the Animals

Career: Gardener (Florist) and Veterinarian

Master the gardening, flower arranging, and veterinarian skills

Optional: Get to the top of the gardening career, florist branch. (This is more of a day job. Your real passion is being a veterinarian! Personally, I’d go for it and see how far you get)

Own a 5 star veterinarian clinic

Maintain a garden

Have the dog or cat (or both) hangout trait on your house

Generation Six: Sweet Pea

Color: Pink

Sweet peas are small, yet hardy fragrant blossoms. They are associated with good times and achievable dreams

Traits: Foodie, Ambitious, Hot-Headed

Aspiration: Grilled Cheese and Master Chef

Career: Culinary (Celebrity Chef)

Master the cooking, gourmet cooking, and mixology skills

Complete both the grilled cheese and master chef aspirations

Get to the top of the culinary career

Successfully run a 5-Star restaurant

Learn to cook all experimental dishes and collect their pictures

Generation Seven: Water Lily

Color: Dark Blue

Water Lilies are lively flowers that bloom even in the dirtiest pond water, and come in every color under the rainbow. They represent beauty and enlightenment

Traits: Bro, Childish, Geek

Aspiration: Friend of the World

Career: Social Media (Internet Personality)

Master the charisma, video gaming, and the comedy skill and get to the top of the social media career

Master the pet training skill and have a fully-trained pet that is simstagram famous

Be close to your grandparent (you’re a friend of the world just like they’re a friend of the animals)

Live in San Myshuno and go to every single festival you get invited to

In your freetime, compete in video game competitions

Learn every recipe from the San Myshuno food stalls

Generation Eight: Daisy

Color: Grey

Daisies symbolize innocence, fertility, and purity of intention. They are often given as gifts to new mothers

Traits: Unflirty, Creative, Music Lover

Aspiration: Big Happy Family

Career: Political (Activist)

Master the charisma skill and two instruments of your choosing

Achieve at least level five of the singing skill

Busk in your free time and earn money by being a living statue

Have triplets (you can cheat for this)

Have each of your children age up with at least one good parenthood trait

Complete one collection

Generation Nine: Honeysuckle

Color: Orange

Honeysuckles are associated with happiness, sweetness, and laughter

Traits: Goofball, Good, Insider

Aspiration: Leader of the Pack

Career: Scientist

Master the fitness, baking, and bowling skills

Be the leader of a popular club and meet up at least once a week

Throw one of every party, and achieve gold in at least five

Marry a club member

Be a frequent visitor and seller at the flea market

Generation Ten: Foxglove

Color: Black

Foxgloves represent power, influence, and secrets. They are associated with spells and enchantment.

Traits: Evil, Genius, and any other trait of your choosing

Aspiration: Master Vampire/Mansion Baron

Career: Criminal (Oracle)

Master the herbalism, wellness, mischief, and programming skills and get to the top of the criminal career (more life means more time to gain skills!)

Turn into a vampire as a young adult

Turn your partner into a vampire and marry them, and have at least three children

Befriend the hermit of Granite Falls

Eventually create and live in a large and lavish vampire mansion that will stand the test of time for generations

#the sims 4 #the sims 4 legacy #sims 4 #strangerville #legacy challenge #the sims 4 strangerville #the sims 4 challenge #secret garden challenge #maxis match #ts4cc #ts4mm #sims 4 challenge

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Noms de flors en català, castellà i anglès

Acabo de comprar una guia de flors de Catalunya que posa els noms en català, castellà, i anglès així que pensava que potser us interessaria i vaig decidir penjar-los aquí! // Acabo de comprar una guía de flores de Catalunya que tiene los nombres en catalán, español, e inglés así que pensaba que tal vez les interesaría a ustedes y decidí colgarlos aquí! // I just bought a guide to the flowers of Catalunya that has the names in Catalan, Spanish, and English so I thought maybe they'd interest you guys and I decided to post them here!

Nom scientífic/scientific name - nom en català - nombre en español - name in English

Cirsium arvense - calcida - cardo cundidor - creeping thistle

Galactites tomentosa - calcida blanca - cardo cuajaleches - purple milk thistle

Silybum marianum - card marià - cardo mariano - blessed thistle

Pallenis spinosa - gravit - estrellada - spiny golden star

Urtica dioica - ortiga - ortiga mayor - stinging nettle

Dipsacus fullonum - cardó - cardancha - common teasel

Parietaria judaica - parietària - albahaquilla - pellitory of the wall

Matricaria recutita - camamilla - manzanilla - (wild) chamomille

Anacyclus clavatus - panigroc - manzanilla loca - whitebuttons

Centaurea aspera - bracera - brasera - rough star-thistle

Bellis perennis - margadoida perenne - margarita - daisy

Cichorium intybus - xicoira - achicoria silvestre - chicory

Achillea millefolium - milfulles - milenrama - yarrow

Leucanthemum vulgare - margarida - margarita mayor - oxeye daisy

Inula viscosa - olivarda - hierba mosquera - sticky samphire

Calendula arvensis - boixac de camp - maravilla silvestre - field marigold

Sonchus olerachus - lletsó d'hort - cerraja - smooth sow thistle

Urospermum dalechampii - amargot - lechugilla - smooth golden fleece

Sonchus tenerrimus - lletsó - cerraja fina - slender sow thistle

Taraxacum officinale - pixallits / dent de lleó - diente de león - dandelion

Senecio inequidens - seneci del Cap - senecio del Cabo - narrow-leaved ragwort

Ornithogalum divergens - llet d'ocell - leche de pájaro - star of Bethlehem

Aphyllanthes monspeliensis - jonça - junquillo de flor azul - blue aphyllanthes

Muscari comosum - calabruixa grossa - jacinto penachudo - tassel hyacinth

Muscari neglectum - calabruixa petita - nazarenos - grape hyacinth

Dipcadi serotinum - marcet - jacinto bastardo - Dipcadi

Allium roseum - all - ajo de culebra - rosy garlic

Aspholdelus fitulosus - porrassí - gamoncillo - pink asphodel

Asphodelus cerasiferus - porrassa - gamón - branched asphodel

Anagallis arvensis - anagall - hierba coral - blue pimpernel

Antirrhinum majus - conillets - conejitos - common snapdragon

Misopates orontium - gossets - berrecilla - small snapdragon

Veronica persica - verònica pèrsica - azuletes - Persian speedwell

Convolvulus althaeoides - corretjola de serps - campanilla rosa - mallow bindweed

Convolvulus arvensis - corretjola - corregüela - field bindweed

Verbascum sinnuatum - trepó ploraner - gordolobo - wavy-leaf mullein

Verbascum pulverulentum - trepó pulverulent - gordolobo - hoary mullein

Scandix pecten-veneris - agulles - agujas de pastor - shepherd's-needle

Foeniculum vulgare - fonoll - hinojo - fennel

Daucus carota - pastanaga - zanahoria silvestre - wild carrot / Queen Anne's lace

Eryngium campestre - panical comú - cardo corredor - field eryngo

Conium maculatum - fonollassa - cicuta mayor - poison hemlock

Tordyllium maximum - tordili - tordilio - hartwort

Sanguisorba minor - herba de tall - pimpinela menor - salad burnet

Erodium malacoides - filamaria - relojes - soft stork's-bill

Erodium cicutarium - cargola cicutària - aguja de pastor - common stork's-bill

Geranium rotundifolium - suassana rotundifòlia - geranio de hoja redonda - round-leaved geranium

Geranium dissectum - gerani de fulla retallada - geranio cortado - cut-leaved crane's-bill

Althaea hirsuta - altea hirsuta - cañamera azul - hairy marshmallow

Malva sylvestris - malva major - malva común - common mallow

Malva neglecta - malva de fulla rodona - malva enana - dwarf mallow

Hypericum perforatum - herba de Sant Joan - pericón - St. John's wort

Himanthoglossum roberantium - bàrlia - orquídea gigante - Robert's barlia

Sedum acre - crespinell - pampajarito - biting stonecrop

Sedum reflexum - crespinell rupestre - uvas de gata - blue stonecrop

Umbilicus rupestris - barretets - ombligo de Venus - pennywort

Plantago coronopus - cerverina - hierba cervina - buck's-horn

Plantago lanceolata - plantatge de full estreta - llantén menor - ribwort plantain / English plantain

Diplotaxis erucoides - ravenissa blanca - rabaniza blanca - white wall rocket

Erucastrum nasturtiifolium - ravenissa groga - oruga salvaje - watercress-leaved rocket

Lobularia maritima - caps blancs - mastuerzo marítimo - sweet alyssum

Borago officinalis - borratja - borraja - borage

Capsella bursa-pastoris - sarronet de pastor - zurrón de pastor - shepherd’s purse

Cynoglossum creticum - besneula crètica - lengua de perro - blue hound’s tongue

Echium vulgare - llengua de bou - viborera - viper’s buglass

Papaver rhoeas - rosella vera - amapola - common poppy

Glaucium corniculatum - cascall banyut - adormidera cornuda - blackspot horn poppy

Fumaria capreolata - fumària enfiladissa - conejillos - white ramping fumitory

Fumaria officinalis - fumària oficinal - palomilla - fumitory

Delphinum verdunense - esperó de sembrat - espuela de caballero - larkspur

Chelidonium majus - herba d’orenetes - celidonia - greater celandine

Ranunculus arvensis - ranuncle arvense - gata rabiosa - buttercup

Nigella damascena - barba d’ermità - ajenuz - love-in-a-mist

Trifolium stellatum - trèvol estrellat - estrella - star clover

Trifolium pratense - trèvol de prat - trébol común - red clover

Bituminaria bituminosa - trèvol pudent - trébol hediondo - scurfy pea

Vicia sativa - vecera - arveja - common vetch

Vicia cracca - garlanda - alverja silvestre - cow vetch

Lathyrus clymenum - guixó articulat - arvejón - Spanish vetchling

Lathyrus aphaca - gerdell - afaca - yellow vetchling

Lotus corniculatus - lot corniculat - trébol de cuernos - common bird’s foot trefoil

Stachys ocymastrum - espinadella peluda - rabo de zorra - hairy woundwort

Calamintha nepeta - rementerola - calaminta - lesser calamint

Origanum vulgare - orenga - orégano - oregano / wild marjoram

Salvia pratensis - tàrrec de prat - salvia de prado - meadow clary

Salvia verbenaca - tàrrec comú - balsamilla - wild clary

Lamium amplexicaule - flor-robi - gallitos - henbit dead-nettle

Marrubium vulgare - malrubi - marrubio blanco - white horehound

Silene vulgaris - colís - colleja - bladder campion

Silene gallica - silene gàl·lica - carmentilla - common catchfly

Silene nocturna - silene nocturna - silene nocturna - night-flowering catchfly

Stellaria media - morró - pajarera - chickweed

Dianthus hyssopifolius - clavell de pastor - clavel de monte - fringed pink

Cerastium glomeratum - cerasti aglomerat - oreja de ratón - sticky mouse-ear

Paronychia argentea - paroniquia argentada - sanguinaria blanca - silver nailroot

Galium aparine - apegalós - amor de hortelano - cleavers

Galium verum - espunyidella groga - cuajaleche - lady’s bedstraw

Mercurialis annua - melcoratge - mercurial - annual mercury

Portulaca oleracea - verdolaga - verdolaga - (green) purslane

Euphorbia characias - lleteresa - euforbia encarnada - large Mediterranean spurge

Euphorbia helioscopa - lleterola d’hort - lecheruela - madwoman’s milk

Euphorbia serrata - lleteresa serrada - asnaballo - serrate spurge

Some of these names are a bit more official (like in English a lot of times we’ll just call it “spurge” instead of the specific type of spurge), but hopefully this helps you get an idea for what to call these plants in one (or more!) of these languages.

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Update! State of the spiral and the garden as a whole

We have had enough alternating rain and sunshine here that the plants in the spiral have gotten pretty firmly established without me really having to do much of anything except a couple of waterings when we had several 90 something degree days in a row. The lavender and the snapdragons are both throwing out Hella flowers for me, and the butterfly bush and the pepper plant are both getting tall. I thought maybe the fennel was going to crap out on me, but it is getting nicely bushy, even if it stays low.

This picture shows where the herb spiral actually is in relation to my driveway and the garden that runs along side it.

It is way in the back left, kind of underneath the edge of the trees. In front of it is a bush that I have no idea what it is, but it was there when we moved into the building and I am not interested in messing with it. Between that bush and the driveway are two felt growth buckets that I got from my mom, one of which holds chives and the other holds mint. In front of them are my pea plants. I got them one of those green wire stand things so they have something to climb, but I think I need to get out there and wrap some string around it so they have more horizontals to grab at. Right now they are mostly just grabbing each other like scared friends in a haunted house.

I have another one of those wire stands downhill toward the yard, for the cucumbers, and need to do the string there as well. You can’t really see that one because of the hollyhock plant, which is now taller than I am and still going. In front of the Hollyhock are the pea and tomato plants that the downstairs neighbors planted in the little fenced garden Circle that Youngest Spawn built last year.

Behind the Hollyhock, downhill toward the yard, you can see the spiky or leaves of a tall plant which if I remember correctly is an evening primrose, and is going to have really awesome yellow flowers. Beyond that, you can see bits of another larger fence enclosure that youngest built. He had made it across the yard last year, but it was underneath trees and of the half dozen tomato plants he put in, he got one entire tomato. It should do better in its new location if he ever actually plants anything aside from a single pilfered begonia in one corner.

On the right is the edge of a pretty bush that can’t be seen really because the bittersweet is eating it from the inside.

I need to make a sign telling the landscape guys the landlord hires to not mow between the driveway and the garden. I threw a whole bunch of various flower seeds down a week and a half ago and would really like to see them come up.

Sorry I’m late I was obsessing over herb spirals

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bloginfo123 · 3 years ago

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How to Make Edible Buttercups

Edible buttercup flowers are a beautiful addition to any garden. They are easy to grow and can be harvested for use in many different ways. This article will show you how to make edible buttercup flowers. The first step is to find a suitable variety of edible flowers that grow well in your area. The best types for producing edible flowers include:

• Alyssum

• Calendula

• Cosmos

• Dandelion

• Geraniums

• Marigolds

• Nasturtiums

• Petunias

• Snapdragons

• Sunflowers

• Violets

• Zinnia

Once you have chosen which type of edibles flower you want to grow, it's time to prepare the soil. Dig up some dirt from around your house or get some from a local nursery. You want to dig about 1/2 inch deep so that when you plant the seeds, they don't dry out too quickly. If you live in an area with sandy soil, add sand to the mix. Next, add organic matter such as composted manure, peat moss, or leaf mould. These ingredients help to improve soil quality. Be sure to water the soil thoroughly after adding the organic material. Now, you need to choose where you want to put your edible flowers. It's important to remember that most edible plants like sun exposure. So if you plan on planting them outside, try to place them in full sunlight. Also, be careful not to over-fertilize them; this could cause the plants to become leggy.

Now comes the fun part! Planting the seeds is very simple. Take one source at a time and gently press it into the ground. Water the soil thoroughly and wait until the seeds sprout. Once the seeds start to grow, remove the stem and transplant the seedlings into larger pots. When the plants reach 2-3 inches tall, pinch off the bottom leaves to encourage bushy growth. When the plants are ready for harvest, cut the stems back by half. Remove the petals and eat them fresh. Or, you can freeze them for later use. To do this, blanch the petals in boiling water for 30 seconds and then cool them under cold running water. Dry them thoroughly before storing them in airtight containers. You can also make edible buttercup flowers into jam. Boil the petals in a large pot of water for 10 minutes. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth and let it cool. Add sugar and lemon juice to taste. Pour the mixture into jars and seal tightly. Store these jams in the refrigerator. If you enjoyed this article, please share it with family members and friends using the social media buttons below.

Growing Edible Flowers

Growing edible flowers has never been easier than now. There are several edible flowers available today that are perfect for home gardens. Some of the more popular ones include:

• Basil

• Borage

• Cilantro

• Dill

• Garlic chives

• Lemon balm

• Mint

• Parsley

• Rosemary

• Sage

• Thyme

• Yarrow

Edible flowers are easy to grow and require little maintenance. They're ideal for beginners because they don't need much care. All you need to know how to do is provide proper light and fertilizer.

Light

Most edible flowers prefer bright light. This means that they will do better in areas that receive lots of direct sunlight. However, if you live in an area that receives less light, you may still grow edible flowers. Just keep in mind that they won't bloom as well.

Fertilizer

There are many different types of fertilizer available for growing edible flowers. The best thing to do would be to find a fertilizer specifically designed for growing edible flowers. Most commercial fertilizers contain nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, copper, zinc, manganese, boron, molybdenum, chlorine, and sodium. You'll notice that some of these nutrients are common in other plants too. For example, phosphorus is found in corn, soybeans, wheat, oats, barley, rice, potatoes, peas, beans, carrots, spinach, lettuce, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, onions, garlic, turnips, and radishes. For more information, click here to visit our official website.

#delta 8 edibles #edibles

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bloomsvilla02-blog · 6 years ago

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8 Blossoms that Stand for Strength

Life presents us with numerous opportunities, but it also has its share of challenges and hardships. What makes a person truly worthy and strong is how well they cope with the tough times and emerge stronger than ever. Strength is a relative term, some people draw strength from the support of their loved ones, some from their own confident mind, some from art and literature while others from the quiet times they spent alone with nature.

Did you know like most other feelings, some flowers are also regarded as a representative of strength? Certain flowers, herbs and plants are deemed as a sign of strength and power and are, therefore, perfect to convey concern for someone who is going through a hard phase in life. These are among such herbs and flowers that silently convey the message of strength and power:

1. Carnation: The pretty showy flower blooms in a variety of colours to brighten our world, including the pure hue of white. The white carnations are deemed as a sign of strength, especially a mother’s strength and are also regarded as a symbol of purity and determination of a strong-willed person. Is your mother a pillar of strength for you in your life? Thank them for their love, support and strong determination by sending them a beautiful sunny basket of white carnations via online flower delivery in Delhi and appreciate them for being strong and powerful.

2. Snapdragon: The beauty of this spiked blossom, especially in bold hues is stunning to look at. The bold blossoms of snapdragons stand tall under the sun and are looked at as a representative of strength. The pretty blossom silently conveys the message of standing tall in hardships and to shine boldly amidst the chaos.

3. Sweet-pea: The sweet blossom of sweet-pea can charm anyone with their sweet scent and pretty appearance. The pretty blossom conveys a silent message of strength and peace and is regarded as a flower that can brighten a dull mood instantly. Send an anxious friend a soothing bunch of sweet-peas through a trusted service of online flower delivery in Delhi and brighten up their mood with a pleasant offering.

4. Gladiolus: This pretty spiky flower is believed to have lent the brave Roman Gladiators their name. The blossom of Gladiolus conveys the message of being strong amidst difficulty and fighting for one’s way out of it. Send flowers to Delhi to convey your cheers to someone who is struggling with difficulty and encourage them to keep fighting for better days.

5. Coneflower: The humble coneflower is a representative of strength and is often sent as a token of support. Visit sites of online flower delivery in Delhi and pick a lovely arrangement to send a loved one who is in need of love and support right now. You can either opt for a basket arrangement or simply pick a vase arrangement to send over to their doorstep.

6. Protea:We all know someone who has been struggling for way too long and is yet to see some positive change in their life. If you have someone like that in your life too, encourage them to continue their fight with a new-found zeal and energy by sending them a stunning bouquet arrangement of Protea. Regarded among the oldest flowers in the world, Protea is deemed as a survivor and an inspiration for those who have been fighting for long.

7. Nasturtium: The flowering creeper that bears red and orange flowers is closely associated with long journeys and victory. Nasturtiums have been linked with battles and patriotism for a long time and, therefore, are deemed as a popular choice to acknowledge the strength and vigour of soldiers or people who have been fighting any great battle of value. Know someone who is a warrior according to you? Appreciate their life’s vision by sending them a beautiful arrangement of Nastrium via professionals who send flowers to Delhi.

8. Cactus: The hardy cactus is an embodiment of virtues like endurance and strength and is an ideal choice of a gift for those who endured difficult times with a smile and emerged as a survivor at the end. The silent message that the flowering hardy cactus convey to us is to blossom beautifully amidst difficulty. Place an order for a potted version of cactus plants and avail online flower delivery in Delhi without much delay or you can also send it to a loved one and share the meaningful message with them as well.

9. Palm: There are certain varieties of palm which produce flowers of its own but more than that palm as a whole is regarded as a sign of strength and stability. It is also very closely associated with Christianity and, therefore, is valuable in religious sentimentality. If you wish to usher peace, stability and positivity into your home, besides beautifying it, bring home a calming arrangement of palm leaves and vibrant flowers via a service of online flower delivery in Delhi and usher goodness into your life.

10. Mint:Besides being used as a spice and as filler for floral arrangements, the benefits and useful properties of mint are many. The refreshing mint is a symbol of energy and vigour that helps to freshen up one’s strength of mind as well. Infuse a fresh vibe and energy into your home by bringing in a cute pot of mint for your living area.

11. Thyme: This creeper knows how to adapt to its surrounding and to emerge as a survivor. One can safely say that thyme represents the virtue of finding strength in adaptability and helps one to adjust as per situations. You can grow your own thyme in your backyard garden or simply bring home a fresh herb arrangement and team it up with fresh flowers for a soothing and refreshing display.

Share the beautiful message of these beautiful flowers with your loved ones by sending them an online flower delivery in Delhi today!

#online flower delivery in Delhi #Send flowers to Delhi

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mialipsky-blog · 6 years ago

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26 Filler Flowers and Types of Greenery

Nothing brings a bouquet to life like the gorgeous filler flowers and various types of greenery that surround it! From delicate baby’s breath to colorful snapdragons, rich ferns to romantic dusty millers, discover 26 types of fillers and greens that will round out your bouquets and floral arrangements.

1. Baby’s Breath

Baby’s Breath is one of the most popular white filler flowers. It also comes in a variety of tinted colors, as well. The flower is delicate and soft, just like a baby, and symbolizes innocence. It’s also referred to as angel’s breath. Though traditionally used as a filler, this flower can also be used alone to create fluffy, cloud-like arrangements.

2. Bells of Ireland

Bells of Ireland, also known as molucella, has a long stem lined with clusters of bell-shaped blooms. This green is perfect for adding height and texture to bouquets and centerpieces. And because it is said to symbolize luck, you won’t have any worries on your wedding day!

3. Bouvardia

Bouvardia is great filler flower featuring clusters of star-like flowers that have a delicate scent and comes in shades of pink and white. Each stem resembles a small bouquet! Add some Bouvardia to your bouquet to represent enthusiasm! I mean, you are marrying the person of your dreams!

4. Delphinium

Another great flower for adding height, delphinium has a long stalk covered in many small blooms. The volkenfrieden delphinium is a great flower for adding something blue, with is stunning, natural true blue hue. The delphinium stands for swiftness and lightness.

5. Dusty Miller

Representing happiness and delicacy, dusty miller is a popular green filler flower. It’s often used in soft, garden-like bouquets. It’s velvety, frosted sage green leaves will be the perfect complement to petal heavy, romantic blooms like garden roses, ranunculus, and peonies.

6. Feverfew Daisies

Who doesn’t love the look of freshly-picked wildflowers? Feverfew daisies can help achieve that look with their beautiful daisy-like blooms and its wispy long stems. These filler flowers may have small blooms, but their bright-yellow centers and white petals really stand out in an arrangement. Feverfew looks beautiful on its own but also pairs nicely with other wildflowers. We love seeing little pops of yellow throughout a bouquet.

7. Fiddlehead Fern

Fiddlehead ferns have a branch-like stem with a curly tip that spirals at the end. Fiddlehead is available year-round and comes in a range of green and purple hues. With its one-of-a-kind shape and beautiful color, it can easily add dimension and texture to any arrangement. It especially pairs well with rich, fall colors but also looks stunning mixed in with a ton of greenery. Adding a few stems of fiddleheads can easily transform your arrangements into a woodland fairytale.

8. Heather

Heather is a filler flower that features tiny fisheye blooms that run the length of its branchy stems. Perfect for filling in the gaps and adding a unique texture, heather is available in white and pink. It is believed that Heather has protective powers and can also symbolize admiration and good luck.

9. Holly

Holly is mainly thought of as a Christmas flower, but it’s available year round at FiftyFlowers! The bunches of bright red berries against fresh greenery will add a fresh, natural look and feel to your wedding bouquets and arrangements. Holly traditionally symbolizes deference and domestic happiness. Pretty perfect for a wedding don’t ya think?!

10. Italian Ruscus

With its rich green color and its narrow tear-shaped leaves, Italian Ruscus makes a gorgeous filler. As an added bonus, this greenery is available year-round and it’s long-lasting (up to eight days!). This variety looks beautiful on its own, especially when it’s laid out on the center of the table. It also pairs nicely with candles, too. The shiny leaves add a touch of glam while the candles create a romantic ambiance.

11. Ivy

Ivy is another popular choice for garden, vintage or romantic wedding bouquets. Their carefree draping shape can create movement and the popular loose, unstructured look that is more natural. Ivy also has the perfect meaning for weddings, as they represent wedded love, affection, fidelity, and friendship!

12. Leatherleaf Fern

The leatherleaf fern (a.k.a. leather fern) is another romantic and lovely filler. With tufted, rich green leaves that fan out triangularly, this fern provides a dramatic backdrop to the flowers in your bouquet. The stem is strong yet flexible, and the entire fern grows up to 24 inches tall and 8 inches wide.

13. Leyland Cedar

Leyland Cedar is commonly associated with the holiday season, but its longevity (eight days with proper care) and dark green color make it an excellent choice no matter the time of year. Leyland Cedar can be used tucked into a holiday-inspired wreath or mixed in with other greens in a garland. One of the great things about this greenery is that it is easy to work with! A table runner can easily be created using our Leyland Cedar, simply lay strands of greenery down the center of a table for an effortless and festive table runner. Attaching a sprig or two on napkins, table numbers or place cards is also a great way to use this greenery. It also pairs well with any type of berries, such as Hypericum Berries, Hanging Pepperberry and Red Ilex Berry Branches. Leyland Cedar looks especially elegant when paired with white flowers.

14. Lily of the Valley

Lily of the Valley is a very delicate flower with tiny bell-shaped blooms and broad basal leaves. The perfect filler flower for delicate and dainty wedding bouquets (think Princess Kate’s wedding bouquet.) This white flower symbolizes purity, humility, happiness and sweetness.

15. Lisianthus

Lisianthus is a wonderful filler flower that features anywhere between two to six budding flowers per stem. The blooms feature delicate layers of petals, soft and romantic, while the un-bloomed buds add perfect texture. Available in lots of great colors and in standard and super varieties. The super come already bloomed and ready to use. Lisianthus is said to represent being outgoing.

16. Moss

Moss is a fun green, great for whimsical, woodland, and even modern table arrangements. Check out some Moss Inspiration here! Symbolizing maternal love, this would be great for a bride who is a mom or mom-to-be, or to give appreciation the newylweds’ mothers.

17. Myrtle

Myrtle symbolizes love and is the Hebrew emblem of marriage. Every royal bride since Queen Victoria has had a sprig of myrtle in her bouquet. The myrtle comes from a tree which grew from a cutting of Queen Victoria’s own bridal bouquet. Since then, each royal bride has included a sprig from the original plant in her bouquet, and the bridesmaids then plant the sprigs in Queen Victoria’s garden after the wedding. Feel like royalty with your very own sprig of myrtle!

18. Queen Anne’s Lace

Queen Anne’s lace is similar to baby’s breath with its tiny and delicate clusters of small white flowers, however, these clusters are located at the top of the stem rather than scattered along the stems like baby’s breath. Queen Anne’s lace symbolizes magic, trust, and healing.

19. Sedum

Sedum, also known as stonecrop flowers, have clusters of tiny pink blooms and are only available from August to October. Folklore has said the essence of the sedum flower is a cure for broken and wounded hearts. Another popular meaning of this flower is tranquility.

20. Snapdragon

The snapdragon is a popular filler flower also good for adding height to arrangements. Snapdragon is known for its wispy jaw-like upper and lower petals. A single stem averages 10-15 of these unique blooms, which are grouped closely together giving the impression of a single lengthy flower. Said to represent desire, snapdragons would make a wonderful addition to any bouquet or centerpiece.

21. Statice

Statice is sometimes called the tissue flower, because of their tissue paper-like blooms. It’s also called sea lavender. Whatever you call it, statice are stunning purple filler flowers (they also come in blue, white and apricot). Each main stem has a spray of smaller branches with several of these tiny funnel-shaped flowers. They have a long vase life and require very little maintenance, making them popular for both fresh and dried arrangements. The meaning of statice is lasting beauty and success, and because of its longevity, statice has grown to be the flower of fond memories. Statice is also symbolic of remembrance and sympathy.

22. Stephanotis

Stephanotis, also known as Madagascar Jasmine, is another flower with a great meaning for weddings…marital happiness! It is a sweetly scented flower that blooms to form a 5 pointed star. Due to their small stems, special wiring may be required for design work. You can also adorn your bouquet by inserting sparkling faux diamonds or jewels into the center of each flower.

23. Stock

Don’t let the name fool you: Stock is anything but ordinary. It is fluffy, tall and fragrant in all the right ways! In Spanish, this flower is know as “El Aleli” — much prettier name, don’t ya think?! It can have a spicy, clove-like fragrance and is indicative of a happy life and lasting bonds of affection; gifting a bouquet of these blooms says, “You will always be beautiful to me.”

24. Sweet Pea

This list of fillers and greens wouldn’t be complete without sweet, petite sweet peas. The sweet pea gets its name from is sweet scent and would look great in a soft spring bouquet. These blooms are said to symbolize delicate pleasures, and would make a great addition to any arrangement.

25. Sword Fern

The sword fern is a long, flat leaf with sword-shaped fronds (hence the name!). Sword fern comes in a bright green color so it really pops in floral arrangements. This specific variety especially work best in line arrangements but also look great in round arrangements. Just like leather leaf, sword fern makes an excellent selection for a decorative filler. This variety comes in a grower’s bunch, which is typically 8-10 stems per bunch. It can last up to eight days with proper care. It’s also available year-round. Sword fern looks amazing in tropical arrangements but also works well in other themes such as, boho and woodland.

26. Variegated Pittosporum

Variegated pittosporum features a tall, woody stem that bursts into dense green leaves with creamy, white edges. Its beautiful bicolor is what sets this greenery apart from the rest! Though they’re available year-round, long-lasting and can maintain its shape out of water.

This greenery is bound to stand out and make an impression even when paired with showy flowers like peonies. Variegated pittosporum is commonly paired with flowers like roses, kale, dahlias and hypericum berries, though they look great with just about any flower!

It also comes in a miniature size that’s perfect for boutonnieres or corsages. Mini variegated pittosporum is easy to work with and its size makes it ideal for smaller arrangements. It looks great in flower crowns, too! For an organic or bohemian look, pair mini variegated pittosporums with white spray roses.

The possibilities for flower arrangements are endless with so many gorgeous types of greenery and filler flowers to choose from!

See More:

Focal Flowers and the Meaning Behind Them

How to Create a Table Runner Made of Greenery

Using Tropical Greenery as Wedding Décor

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26 Filler Flowers and Types of Greenery

1. Baby’s Breath

Baby’s Breath is one of the most popular white filler flowers. It also comes in a variety of tinted colors, as well. The flower is delicate and soft, just like a baby, and symbolizes innocence. It’s also referred to as angel’s breath). Though traditionally used as a filler, this flower can also be used alone to create fluffy, cloud-like arrangements.

2. Bells of Ireland

3. Bouvardia

4. Delphinium

5. Dusty Miller

6. Feverfew Daisies

7. Fiddlehead Fern

8. Heather

9. Holly

10. Italian Ruscus

11. Ivy

12. Leatherleaf Fern

The leatherleaf fern (a.k.a. leather fern) is another romantic and lovely filler. WIth tufted, rich green leaves that fan out triangularly, this fern provides a dramatic backdrop to the flowers in your bouquet. The stem is strong yet flexible, and the entire fern grows up to 24 inches tall and 8 inches wide.

13. Leyland Cedar

14. Lily of the Valley

15. Lisianthus

16. Moss

17. Myrtle

18. Queen Anne’s Lace

19. Sedum

20. Snapdragon

21. Statice

22. Stephanotis

23. Stock

24. Sweet Pea

25. Sword Fern

26. Variegated Pittosporum

The possibilities for flower arrangements are endless with so many gorgeous types of greenery and filler flowers to choose from!

See More:

Focal Flowers and the Meaning Behind Them

How to Create a Table Runner Made of Greenery

Using Tropical Greenery as Wedding Décor

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Bachelors Buttons are an old favorite with the most intense blue color

Old timey annuals are back in! Pushed to the side for many years in favor of newer, supposedly better cultivars, I always remember growing these as a child and seeing them in my parents garden. I couldn’t wait to squeeze the snapdragon flowers to make the “mouth” open like a dragon when I was little. Or being fascinated by the pansy faces that I grew and pressing them between the pages of a phone book.

Pansy flower

Violas in a container

With all the new intros of flowers, people forget the old-fashioned flowers that our grandmothers grew and enjoyed. ‘Flowers with a past’, or ‘flowers with history’ intrigue me even in the face of the slant in favor of perennials in recent years. So many people when they hear that a plant is an annual dismiss it as not worth the time and money to plant. But even in a garden of plant snobs, there is room for a diverse choice of antique flowers.

Rarely seen anymore, Balsam flower is extremely easy to grow

Never having given up on clarkia, cleome, calendula, cornflower, and cosmos, I have never stopped growing these neglected blooms and invite other flower lovers embrace them as well. Neglected but not forgotten, all these flowers should be planted and enjoyed by another generation.

Edible Nasturtiums are easy to grow

Nasturtiums

Heirloom annuals are plants that have been cultivated for at least one hundred years, and some for much longer. Unimproved flowers that hybridizers haven’t got their hands on, antique annuals bloom profusely all season long and set seed so that you can collect them to flower for another year. Even better, many reseed to continue growing for the next season. Many are tall and graceful, not short and stocky hybrids that fit into containers and smaller gardens that are more prevalent today.

Sticky Cleome is native to South America and looks spidery, hence its common name, Spider Flower

Difficult to have something in bloom all season long, a perennial border is just shouting out to have annuals inserted in empty spots so you can have a constant parade of blooms.

Beautiful ruffled Cosmos at Falkland Place in Scotland

Sweet Peas at Falkland Palace in Scotland

Closeup of Sweet Pea

Perennial purists who will not allow an annual to cross through their garden gate are missing out on the dizzying palette of flowers that flower and die in one season. Perennial is a term that can be interpreted several ways. I have some short-lived perennials that only last two or three seasons, like lavender. The drainage issue always does this picky perennial in. So, the term perennial could mean – lasts for many seasons, like a peony… or perennial for a few seasons, like some of the new Echinaceas. Echinaceas don’t seem to last very long at all and yet they are called perennials.

I love all the new Echinaceas, but they seem to last only a couple of seasons

Poppies are one of my favorite old fashioned annuals

Blue Poppy

When most perennials are on their last gasp in late summer, many annuals are still running strong with little care. A bit of dead heading, sometimes staking, and an infusion of fertilizer is enough to keep them in good form all summer. Some annuals like Poppies, Love in a Mist, Bells of Ireland, Clarkia, and Larkspur are definitely cool weather plants finished by June. See my post on Cool Season Annuals.

Purple Larkspur makes a fine foil for pink Poppies

Cool season Bells of Ireland

Unusual on the east coast, Clarkia is an annual that does better on the west coast

Love in a Mist is aptly named

Dried seed pods of Nigella or Love in a Mist

Cultivated for thousands of years in the Americas, Zinnias are a true antique classic. According to Burpee’s website, “Zinnias are undemanding annuals that simply need full sun, warmth, and well-drained soil rich in organic matter. If soil is poor, incorporate lots of compost or leaf mold”. Like many old-fashioned annuals, Zinnias do better sown directly into the garden instead of being transplanted.

Zinnias draw butterflies

Plumed Celosias are bursting with new cultivars but I really like to grow the unique Crested Celosia. I love the brain-like texture of the velvety bloom and it dries beautifully.

Good for drying, Crested Celosia has a fascinating bloom

Blue Lace Flower

Blue Lace Flower, Trachymeme coerulea, resembles a purple Queen Anne’s Lace and would look good in a cottage style garden border. Coming from Australia in 1828, you can find this plant reseeding year after year into beds without any special care. Great for cutting and bringing into the house like many heirlooms, arranging with any of these long-stemmed flowers is a delight.

Larkspur and snapdragons from the garden make a fine arrangement

Annie’s Annuals in San Francisco is a nursery that specializes in Heirloom annuals; this is one of their demo gardens

All of these heirlooms draw pollinators in droves to their open faced flowers, with easily available pollen and nectar. To see more plants and flowers that attract pollinators, go to Plant These For Bees.

Plant These For The Bees poster available on Etsy

Mexican Sunflower is a butterfly magnet and easy for butterflies to nectar from

False Queen Anne’s Lace or Ammi majus is a great filler flower for arrangements

A great cottage border of heirlooms Zinnias and Verbena

Love Lies Bleeding or Amaranthus

An arrangement with Bells of Ireland and Love Lies Bleeding

Heirloom Annuals

False Queen Anne’s Lace, Ammi majus

Hollyhock, Alcea rosea

Clarkia

Love Lies Bleeding, Amaranthus

Spider Flower, Cleome

Snapdragon, Antirrhinum

Larkspur, Consolida

Cosmos

Sunflower, Helianthus

Globe Amaranth, Gomphrena

Heliotrope

Balsam, Impatiens balsamina

Sweet Pea, Lathyrus

Four O’Clock, Mirabilis

Pansy and Viola

Lobelia

Flowering Tobacco, Nictotiana

Love in a Mist, Nigella

Poppy, Papaver

Dusty Miller, Senecio

Mexican Sunflower, Tithonia

Blue Lace Flower, Trachymene coerulea

Zinnia

Verbena, Verbena bonariensis

Calendula, Pot Marigold

Petunias

Love in the Mist or Nigella has unusual flowers and pods

An arrangement with Bells of Ireland and Love Lies Bleeding

Annie’s Annuals is a nursery that specializes in Heirloom annuals; this is one of their demo gardens

Unusual on the east coast, Clarkia is an annual that does better on the west coast

Purple larkspur makes a fine foil for pink poppies

Larkspur and snapdragons from the garden make a fine arrangement

Blue Lace Flower

Zinnias

Good for drying, crested celosia has a fascinating bloom

Edible nasturtiums are easy to grow

Sticky cleome is native to South America and looks spidery, hence its common name, Spider Flower

Cosmos at Falkland Place in Scotland

Sweet Peas at Falkland Palace in Scotland

Closeup of Sweet Pea

Poppies are one of my favorite annuals

Blue poppy

Cool season Bells of Ireland

Dried seed pods of Nigella

Nasturtiums

Plant These For The Bees poster available at

Heirloom Annuals Old timey annuals are back in! Pushed to the side for many years in favor of newer, supposedly better cultivars, I always remember growing these as a child and seeing them in my parents garden.

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livingcorner · 3 years ago

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August in your Garden – Bulleen Art Garden

Well, the last weeks of winter are finally here, with the scent of Wattle signalling the promise of spring just around the corner. The first Magnolias are in flower and the gold and purple of Acacias and Hardenbergias create a dramatic floral display. The cold, frosty mornings are a prelude to the burst of new growth that heralds the coming new season of life. We have already had our fair share of frosty mornings and more are likely, so continue on with those frost damage prevention measures for a few more weeks yet.

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It is still an excellent time to plant bare root deciduous trees. We have weeping specimen trees as well as shade trees and other ornamentals, as well as fruit trees, berries and vines. We also have a rose for all situations: standard roses as well as climbers, bush roses and ground-cover forms. If you need some help selecting a tree or rose, come in and ask for some advice.

Produce Gardening in August

Click here for a full list of herbs, fruit and vegies that can be planted in Melbourne this month.

August is an excellent month to plant your seed potatoes, asparagus, strawberries and rhubarb. Use only seed potatoes to avoid introducing diseases into the soil. Asparagus will last for years and years so choose an area where it won’t need to be disturbed. Rhubarb is another perennial which will do well left undisturbed so prepare the soil well before planting with loads of manure and compost.

In the vegetable garden it’s time to plant seed or seedlings of asian greens, beetroot, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, kale, leek, lettuce, onions, parsley, parsnip, peas, radish, rocket, silverbeet and spinach. Peas eaten fresh from the pod are delicious and children love them. It’s the start of the season to plant globe artichokes, strawberries, turnips, chicory, sunflowers and your last chance to plant jerusalem artichokes and spinach by seed.

Companion Planting

Let nature control pest out breaks in your kitchen garden by planting some beneficial insect attracting flowers in the garden. Go for mixes of alyssum, foxglove, echinacea, bergamont, poppies and calendula. Also, plant some coriander and dill to allow to go to seed. Companion plants camouflage your edible plants from insects, enhance growth in some cases, and as a bonus some are edible, such as borage, pansies, viola, calendula and nasturtium. Click here for our companion planting factsheet.

Put down some rich compost or well aged manure around the drip lines of your fruit trees.

Prepare other beds for your summer vegetables by incorporating organic matter such as well-rotted compost , blood and bone and animal manures. Green manure crops should be dug in now before their stems become too woody.

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For those of you with glasshouses / hothouses or similar you can try your luck at getting an early start with sowing seeds of tomatoes, chillies and eggplants. The seeds can also be germinated on a sunny windowsill indoors. You can also plant seedlings of basil and early, more cold tolerant tomatoes in your greenhouse. Early tomato seedling varieties include Apollo, Rouge de Marmande, KY1 and Roma.

Spring Into Seeds, Bulbs & Seedlings

We now have our spring-summer seed range in stock, with tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchinis and lots of other delectable summer delicacies! We also now stock a large range of organic, non-hybridised herb and vegetable seeds. The seed of these can be collected to produce another generation of true-to-type produce. In the shop also we now have summer flowering bulbs, such as Oriental Lilies and Peony Roses. Ideally try to get these in by the end of August for a good summer display.

Now is the time to plant both summer and autumn flowering bulbs and tubers, such as Cannas, Dahlias, Liliums, Lily of the Valley, Hippeastrum, Tuberose, Nerines, Gladioli and Alstromeria. Prepare the soil by mixing in plenty of manure and don’t forget to put the stakes in now for the tall Dahlias and other tall flowering plants.

It’s also time to plant summer flowering seedlings such as Snapdragons, Hollyhocks, Verbena and Lupins. Marigolds and Petunias can be planted now, but you will need to provide protection from late season frosts.

Pruning & Re-potting

If you didn’t prune your Apricots in autumn (preferred time of year) you can prune them once they start flowering, which normally occurs towards the end of August (pruning in winter allows entry of bacterial gumosis).

Winter flowering native shrubs that have finished flowering should be tip pruned to keep them compact and to encourage bushy growth. Native shrubs may be fertilised with blood and bone at half the recommended rate, or use a native fertiliser mix.

Many jonquils and daffodils will have finished their flowering. Cut off the spent flower heads but leave the foliage to die back naturally. They need to do this in order to store nutrients in the bulb.

Continue to liquid feed winter / spring flowering annuals every two weeks with a complete liquid fertiliser. Late this month is the time to prune Hibiscus and Gardenias and then fertilise them and other flowering evergreen shrubs with an all purpose organic fertiliser and mulch well.

Repot overcrowded cacti and succulents. Use a cacti and succulent mix and pot them up into a larger pot. Any broken bits can be planted up and you may even get new plants out of them.

Repot your ferns and other indoor plants and remove any dead or damaged growth.

Remove spent blooms on your Azaleas and Camellias. New growth buds occur at the back of each flower. When they have completely finished flowering give them a dose of Azalea and Camellia fertiliser.

If you have not already pruned your roses, now is the time to do so. Remember to clean and sharpen secateurs and prune with the aims of cutting out dead wood, improving air circulation, creating strong structure, and especially promoting flowering. Fertilise with an organic Rose Food later this month to promote new spring growth. Spraying Lime Sulphur or Copper Sulphate on the bare stems at this time can help prevent fungal disease. Also remember to spray Peaches and Nectarines for Leaf Curl disease (more info below) just as the buds begin to swell.

Pests, Diseases & other annoyances

Fruit Tree Issues

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To help control overwintering pests and diseases, it’s your last chance to clear up any fallen debris from underneath the trees and in the branch junctions of the trees. Make sure any healthy prunings go to the green waste recycling or are chopped up in a hot compost. Also scout for and remove any overwintering pests at the base of trees, in the cracks of bark, in rough bark and within the branch junctions.

Grapes can be sprayed with lime sulphur just before bud burst to help control fungal problems and the ‘Grape Blister Mite’

For your deciduous trees, if you’ve had problems occurring, like scale, bacterial and fungal diseases, you may want to do a winter spray with Bordeaux, copper or lime sulphur.

Peach Leaf Curl

Growers of fruit trees, such as peaches, nectarines, almonds and occasionally apricots, have all been confronted at one time or another with the new leaves on their trees becoming thickened with blisters and curling up. The blisters start off red in colour, then turn white with a bloom of fungal spores.

Peach Leaf Curl is a fungal disease that infects Peaches, Nectarines, Almonds and other Prunus species. The symptoms are noticed in spring and summer, when the leaves appear with raised lumpy light green and red patches and are curled up. This problem weakens the tree if it occurs year after year, and will result in a reduced fruit yield. Once you see the symptoms, it is too late to spray. The trees should be sprayed from mid-to-late winter from bud swell until the leaves emerge. Spray with Copper oxychloride during this period, and again after rain, as the rain will wash off the spray. This is a preventative spray, so the swelling buds need to be covered with the copper spray. The nursery puts up signs when we spray our Peaches, Nectarines and Almonds to remind you when to spray your own trees at home.

If you would prefer not to use the fungicides year after year, be very vigilant and pick off affected leaves as soon as they appear. (Dispose of them with your garbage and not in your compost). However, this will weaken the tree so encourage new growth by feeding with some fast-acting organic fertiliser, such as Blood & Bone. If your tree was very badly affected one season, you may need to consider using a fungicide the next.

Click here for more information on Peach Leaf Curl.

Citrus

It is a good time to plant citrus. There are many dwarf varieties now available as well as a range of regular varieties. Remember to protect citrus from Citrus Gall Wasp by cutting out any affected wood and hanging sticky traps in the trees.

Kids in the Garden

Set up a sunny windowsill inside as a mini-greenhouse. Small containers, such as empty yoghurt tubs or strawberry punnets (with holes punched through) can be used with seed-raising mix to start growing tomatoes, pumpkins, cucumbers and other tender summer vegies. Make sure the soil is kept moist and your seedlings will be well and truly ready for planting outside when the soil warms up.

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