#wildflowr

[rabbitcruiser]

National Plant a Flower Day

Few things on the planet are more beautiful or fascinating than  flowers – and with over 400,000 flowering plant species in the world,  there’s definitely something out there for everyone!

From the simple daisy to the elegant rose, from the colorful  wildflowers dotting hillsides to the elaborate and vibrant blooms of  southeastern Asia, flowers have more than deserved their own day of  celebration for their contributions to nature, culture, and life.

History of National Plant a Flower Day

Flowers have been around for at least 150 million years, with new and  captivating species springing up all over the place during that time.  And they have long been a staple in various cultures all around the  world, serving numerous purposes over the millennia including decorative  and medicinal ones.

As early as 2,500 BC, the Ancient Egyptians were using flowers to  adorn tables and great halls, as well as show respect to both the living  and the dead, with the remains of many kinds of flowers uncovered in  the tombs of pharaohs, high priests and other wealthy citizens. Later,  both the Ancient Greeks and Romans continued to use flowers for these  same purposes and also began to use some of them as herbs. This  tradition continues today through herbal teas, medicines and spices.

Throughout history, flowers have carried different symbolic meanings,  including in various religions and mythologies. In Hinduism, the  world’s oldest religion, the lotus flower is considered an important  spiritual symbol, while roses have long been seen as a display of love  and affection and poppies are used to commemorate soldiers who have died  in war.

Flowers have also been an integral part of our traditions and  rituals. Could you imagine a wedding reception without the bouquet toss  or a Christmas without poinsettias? And what would poets and painters do  without the flowers that have inspired them to create countless works  of art such as Van Gogh’s sunflowers, Monet’s water lilies or Blake’s  ‘Auguries of Innocence’?

These blossoming plants even have influence over the economy. In 17th  century Holland during a period known as ‘tulip mania’, tulips were  considered to be so valuable that they were worth more than gold and a  mere ten bulbs could be used to purchase a whole house! And to this day  the world’s most expensive spice is saffron, which is made using dried  crocuses.

Perhaps most valuable of all, however, is the role that flowers play  in the natural world. With their bright colors and enchanting scents,  they not only brighten up the world around us but also attract and  sustain pollinators such as bees, butterflies and birds, enticing them  with sweet nectar and having their precious pollen distributed in  return. And once they’ve reproduced, flowers bear sweet fruit that  animals and humans alike can enjoy.

Flowers play a crucial role in sustaining ecosystems, producing food  and enriching human life and culture. By celebrating National Plant a  Flower Day you’ll be helping these bountiful blossoms to flourish.

Tops tips for planting flowers

When it comes to planting flowers, you’ll need to do your research as  each species will have its own needs and preferences. Check out when  and where it’s best to plant your flowers, the kind of soil they like  and how often they’ll need watering. And once they’ve blossomed it will  be important to tend to them, removing dead flowers and keeping them  pruned.

Generally speaking, flowering plants like nutritious soil with good  drainage, but wildflowers, for example, flourish best in poor quality  earth. Some seeds and bulbs will need to be kept in a cool and dark  place after planting to simulate winter, which encourages flowering  further down the line. Another top tip is to tuck your plants in with a  good layer of mulch, as shredded bark will hold onto moisture and save  you some watering trips!

If you’re a first-time gardener, then flowers such as geraniums,  sunflowers, daffodils and lavender are popular choices for beginners.  It’s always worth looking for perennials as these types of flower will  last for at least two years. And even if you don’t have a garden, you  can still buy some plant pots for indoors.

How to celebrate National Plant a Flower Day

The best way to celebrate National Plant a Flower Day is to plant a  flower, or perhaps even many flowers! Depending on where you’re located  in the world and the kind of flowers you’ve chosen, March may or may not  be the best time to be planting, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get a  flowerpot and do it at home, or simply enjoy the blooms of previous  labor!

If it’s the right time and conditions for planting, set a little bit  of time aside on this day to sow some seeds or plant some bulbs in your  yard or garden. You could even team up with your neighbors and start a  community planting project such as a wildflower meadow, adding a splash  of color to places that everyone in the area can enjoy.

If you have kids, this could also serve as the perfect time to take  them outside and explain a bit about how nature works its magic, what  helps plants grow, why we need them and what we can do to help protect  our planet’s biodiversity. Instilling a sense of wonder for the world in  your children will help them appreciate the planet and make them more  aware of their surroundings – plus, what could be more fun than spending  a sunny day outside with your favorite little people and planting  lupins, poppies or fuchsias?

Even if you’re unable to plant a flower, there are still plenty of  ways you can celebrate the day. Head over to your local garden center or  a nearby florist to pick up some flowers that have already been grown  for you! They may well have special offers on to mark the occasion so be  sure to check those out as well.

Take a trip to a public garden and go for a stroll among the flower  beds – they’ll likely have a whole range of plants on display, including  those that don’t usually flourish in your country’s climate. Deliver a  beautiful bouquet to a loved one or try your hand at some flower  arranging – there are plenty of YouTube channels and flower arranging  courses available to help get you started!

And even if your part of the world is cold and dreary this time of  year, you can still enjoy a day of learning about nature and all it has  to offer humankind. Like flowers themselves, National Plant a Flower Day  was meant to be enjoyed.

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[eddiesxangel]

Y’all ever go back and re-read things you’ve written and still get excited? Like I wrote this? Me? Wow, good job brain

[faaun]

happy birthday!!!!!🎀🎀🎀

thank youuuu

[drxgonfly]

Into the Mist of Dream (by imagesofdream)

[fotoitalien]

poppy time

[mdeanstrauss]

[jenonthetrail]

[spidermilkshake]

Grief

If I am less active than usual for the next long while, know it's because I'm grieving.

Late yesterday evening, I learned that my father passed away unexpectedly and suddenly. I have spent most waking moments since this crying and a complete mess, only able to be coherent in text form. I had nothing but love for that man even in his most frustrating moments and I'm in extreme emotional and physical pain knowing he's gone. Much of my love for nature comes from him and much of my nature photography was taken in his presence. There is nothing more sorrowful for me than knowing I'll never have another chance to go hiking and show him another strange mushroom or wildflowre.

If anything I might post in the next weeks, it will be fixated on either joy-seeking to numb the pain, or on this. Know that despite my history with mental illness, I have taken counseling steps and physical safety steps to prevent anything happening that would cause myself harm. The worst I'm doing for myself is sobbing in front of strangers and letting my nose get horribly chapped from these plain tissues. And eating too much suger against the bitterness. Our family have yet to find any living will, so if you would like to contribute in ay way to burial and local obituary you may leave it here: SpideySnek@paypal.me

I don't expect any help since I'm sure he has something to cover this, just he never really talked about what might happen after his death with any of us. Please please if you're an oldere adult and have loved ones, leave a list of policy numbers and a will, let your kids and close friends know where things are, just leave something where it is easy to find and you will save the people you love a lot of hearache and extra difficulty. It's hard enough without this.

If you would like to commission me, you will need to give me at least a few days. I will announce when normal-timed commissions are likely again. It may not happen again for several months, if not a full year. If you would like to talk via notes or chat, I would appreciate it. If you have resources to give for dealing with or for grief, I would also appreciate it.

[pretty-pendragon]

Wildflowers? 💐

I also got this ask like MONTHS ago so I'm so sorry it took me forever to do it!

Wildflowrs 💐 - how do you like to dress?

Okay I really alternate between two things: middle aged mom dressed to go to the grocery store (yoga pants, tshirt) or kind of grungey I guess you could say (leggings & sometimes jeans, tshirt and flannel). My hair is usually down, I have glasses I wear like 50/50, and my shoes of choice are usually low top converse (green or yellow), slip on checkered vans, or Nike running shoes (they got good support 👌)

[messygray]

October

thirty-one days, thirty-one prompts, <500 word requirements

01, wildflower waltz

02, wildflower waltz

03, wildflower waltz

04, platonically in love with you

05, platonically in love with you

06, wildflower waltz

07, eric suh & mallory kim

08, wildflower waltz

09, game over, baby

10, lovely and untamed

11, wildflower waltz

12, wildflower waltz

13, hanse jeong

14, wildflower waltz

15, shota hamada

16, lars lee

17, lars lee

18, agent doberman

19, lars lee

20, wildflower waltz

21, comfort boy

22, bellamy guang

23, saint seo

24, saint seo

25, wildflowr waltz

26, ezio xiao

27, lars lee & ezio xiao

28, casimir huo

29, platonically in love with you

30, casimir huo

31, durmstrang boys

[eddiesxangel]

Things are coming together 😏

[mossofthewoodsjewelry]

Moon Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare)

[kat-schaw]

Myom said she would look into Wild Flower Rehab for me. #WildFlowr #WildDaisies #WildFlowers #GoldenRod #BlueCottenFlower #BathedInSunlight #Fall #Autumn #FallFlowers #AutumnFlowers #FallWildFlowers #AutumnWildFlowers #nofilter #unedited

[connie-awanderingsoul]

Prairie Star, Lithophragma parviflorum

[eddiesxangel]

OMG BITCH!!!!! Wildflowr part two?! I need to know about the baby!!!! PLEASE 👶🏽

Teehee 🤭 they have a baby girl. Eddie is a GirlDad™️ To his core.

They named her Lila Rose. We are keeping with the theme here.

[eddiesxangel]

Fuck | Marry | Kill

Wildflower - Eddie

What Eddie Doesn’t Know - Eddie

Mall Santa - Eddie 🤭

YOU’RE MEAN

Marry Wildflowr Eddie that’s my husband

Fuck mall Santa Eddie

Kill what Eddie doesn’t know Eddie 😭😭😭