I have 2 plants, I'm not even sure they are Calla Lilies. They have huge leaves, and big white flowers with a long orange yellow center. The leaves are turning brown now, and the blooms are gone. Am I supposed to cut them back?
Anyone know how to care for Calla Lilies?
We have the white Calla Lillies. Once the flower has died off cut the flower stem right down . Keep the yellow seed part ( inside lillie), wear protective gloves and spread the yellow seeds around your garden they keep the cats away. Once they have all flowered and died off, cut everything right down to the ground.Leaves etc.
Reply:cut the old flowers off. Seeds develop in the old flower. You may want to let it do that just to see how it works. Its pretty neat.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calla_lily.
Is this what they look like? Make sure they have lots of water and sun. Mine have the spotted leaves. I just love that!
I had them for 2 years and I just loved those pretty spotted leaves. It did bloom twice this year in its new spot.
They have bulbs and in there is plenty of energy. If the whole plants looks like its in trouble, I would cut it all back and let it regrow.
You will have to dig up the bulbs in the fall if you live in a wintry area like New England and store it in your cool basement with your other semitropical bulbs.
Some callas can stand the winter I am told, but I don't take the chance with mine.
I wonder though are you talking about Cannas? I don't remember any of them coming in White. Just red and yellow and orange.
I love them too. I got lots. Just Wikipedia them and you will know how to take care of them. Basically the same as Callas. They love water and sun. The more, the better. Callas are one plant that would thrive on overwaterings.
Reply:They must be kept very moist at all times!
2. You can let them grow outdoors, in spring and summer, but they must be kept wet!
3. Bring them indoors in fall and winter!
Good luck!
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
I am looking for some really pretty indoor flowers........?
Orchads are the obvious answer but they are quite common now adays and to be honest i always kill them!! What other pretty indoor flowers can you get?? Preferably white/purple/lilac.......
I am looking for some really pretty indoor flowers........?
African Violets
Reply:How about carnation..u can refer
http://www.flowers.vg/flowers/carnation0...
i prefer light purple,white/purple and pink white carnation.
Reply:pretty indoor flowers.....http://milkandmoney.isgreat.org/
Reply:I think you should decide that. Not many people have the same taste in what is pretty. Here is a link.
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/im...
Reply:Most orchids bloom only one time a year ~ they are usually not dead after they bloom ~ just napping. Indeed there are very few indoor plants (or outdoors for that matter) that will stay in bloom for more than a few months out of the year.
Anthuriums can grow quite well indoors and will continue to bloom if given a bit of monthly fertilizer. Spathyphyllums (peace lillies) are also wonderful indoor plants with lovely white flowers and they require very little bright light.
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana is a wonderful bloomer ~ flowers last 2-3 months and then they should be cutback given a bit of a resting period ~ they start forming blooms again in about a month. They do need some sunshine though.
Most flowering plants really do much better outdoors. Having good air circulation ~ an open window nearby can make a very big difference. If your doors %26amp; windows are locked %26amp; closed up most of the time ~ you will probably have difficulty getting any houseplants to bloom.
Reply:how about a cross between tulips and daisies.... tudaisies :0
Reply:Impatiens, begonias (tuberous and non), gerbera daisy
For great foliage colors (diminuitive flowers) coleus, peperomia, wandering jew
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I am looking for some really pretty indoor flowers........?
African Violets
Reply:How about carnation..u can refer
http://www.flowers.vg/flowers/carnation0...
i prefer light purple,white/purple and pink white carnation.
Reply:pretty indoor flowers.....http://milkandmoney.isgreat.org/
Reply:I think you should decide that. Not many people have the same taste in what is pretty. Here is a link.
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/im...
Reply:Most orchids bloom only one time a year ~ they are usually not dead after they bloom ~ just napping. Indeed there are very few indoor plants (or outdoors for that matter) that will stay in bloom for more than a few months out of the year.
Anthuriums can grow quite well indoors and will continue to bloom if given a bit of monthly fertilizer. Spathyphyllums (peace lillies) are also wonderful indoor plants with lovely white flowers and they require very little bright light.
Kalanchoe blossfeldiana is a wonderful bloomer ~ flowers last 2-3 months and then they should be cutback given a bit of a resting period ~ they start forming blooms again in about a month. They do need some sunshine though.
Most flowering plants really do much better outdoors. Having good air circulation ~ an open window nearby can make a very big difference. If your doors %26amp; windows are locked %26amp; closed up most of the time ~ you will probably have difficulty getting any houseplants to bloom.
Reply:how about a cross between tulips and daisies.... tudaisies :0
Reply:Impatiens, begonias (tuberous and non), gerbera daisy
For great foliage colors (diminuitive flowers) coleus, peperomia, wandering jew
What is this hosta looking plant?
I love the flower on this plant and am trying to figure out what it is. I thought it was a hosta as the leaves look identical. But I don't believe that is what it is. The flowers spike out like a hosta but have a much thicker stem. The one I have has a white flower and is extremely fragrant. They have an oblong flower when closed that opens up to a funnel shaped flower. My hostas finished flowering many weeks ago here in Connecticut and these plants have just flowered now. I'd love to get more of these but don't know what they are! Any ideas?
What is this hosta looking plant?
sounds like peace lily but I think they're just houseplants except for tropical regions....
maybe some little-know species of hosta? here's a link to photos of unusual hostas: http://images.google.com/images?q=hostas...
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Reply:I'd be happy to help, but I need a picture; without it, there are several plants that come to mind.
Reply:see it here?
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/im...
Reply:It might be a hosta. There are hundreds of varieties in almost every color. Mine are just blooming now. Try this website to see if you can find it: www.hostapatch.com
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What is this hosta looking plant?
sounds like peace lily but I think they're just houseplants except for tropical regions....
maybe some little-know species of hosta? here's a link to photos of unusual hostas: http://images.google.com/images?q=hostas...
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Reply:I'd be happy to help, but I need a picture; without it, there are several plants that come to mind.
Reply:see it here?
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/im...
Reply:It might be a hosta. There are hundreds of varieties in almost every color. Mine are just blooming now. Try this website to see if you can find it: www.hostapatch.com
roller blades
Have you ever picked FLOWERS for your mother?
was it those weeds that come up in spring with the little white flowers on top....?
I have many times. oh good times.
Have you ever picked FLOWERS for your mother?
HA!I've picked them for my mom and my grandmother.Those same ones.Or those yellow looking things.Man.I knew someone who made those little rings with them you put on your head.the name escapes me.I was so jealous.I so wanted one of those.Good times!Good times!
Did you also sit and try to find for leaf clovers?Man if you found anything over 4 leaves you saved that in a book!Oh the good times!
Reply:yes, daffodils and some pretty ones from someones garden
Reply:I've picked dandilions for her :)
But I also went through our garden and picked them...She was angry at first, but then I managed to make her feel bad enough that she said it was very sweet, but never do it again. lol.
Reply:Yes, like 20 years ago. When I was a kid I used to pick them in the backyard and then she would put them in a vase in the kitchen.
Thanx for asking this question. I haven't thought about that in such a long time and that really made me smile and feel good. :)
Reply:Yes, I used to for my mom and my son does that for me now. :)
Reply:Yep i sure have and i still do lol,my mom makes me run around the neighborhood to steal everyones flowers,my friends mom made us both do this also,ive stolen every flower imaginable!
Good times Lol
Reply:Never
Reply:Yes. I brought her bouquets of daisies, dandelions and the little white flowers you mentioned. She always made me feel like I had given her the most precious gift any mother could ever want. Thank you for letting me enjoy that sweet memory of my mother.
Reply:I picked wild flowers when in bloom often, for dear mum
Reply:Alot of times when I was younger i did that...u brought some memories back..
Reply:yes, big bouquets of dandelions.
Reply:I picked her some weeds once when I was a kid...she got mad because the roots were still in the ground and she didn't want them to sprout up again....=( i just thought they were pretty...=(
Reply:so many times. when i was younger i would always go to the ball games to watch my bros and pick flowers for my mom and tie them together with long pieces of grass lol!
Reply:yes...
Reply:Yes, lilacs, daisys, poppies, columbines, ahhh and the best....peonies.
They were all growing in her yard and I'd bring them in and make her kitchen brighter.
She died April 17, 2006.
Reply:dandalions i picked omg i had 4 acres of land, and i picked lots of them for my mother when i was younger.. and the sweet thing is, i had no idea they were weeds, but she always put them in water. lol
Reply:When I was a kid, I almost used to do that everyday. But now the life has changed, its no more the same........Oh, I miss those good times.......
Reply:yes, when i was young
Reply:I used to pick her daffodils in the park all the time.
Reply:they were ugly dandilions and she told me to throw them away
Reply:I still pick flowers for my mama! Gosh Whats wrong with you people?! lol But seriously I still do........
Reply:Many times. I guess because she always seemed so happy when I did. Even when they came out of her flower garden. One time I bought her 2 packs of "Forget me nots" for her to plant. She was so pleased, As usual. So every spring for the next 30 years I took her 2 packs of Forget me nots. This year I will take them to her grave to plant. I will never forget her smile.
Reply:Sure...Now my kids do it for me....
Reply:YES :)
Reply:I have picked flowers for her - many, many years ago.
Reply:many times! i loved it!
Reply:well i used to when i was lil i would get the lil weeds but know i just go buy them
Reply:she will love them!!!!!
Reply:yep I stole some pholx from the neighbor ladies yard and put them in abutter dish
Reply:yess =] when I was little.
Reply:Sure have :)
I have many times. oh good times.
Have you ever picked FLOWERS for your mother?
HA!I've picked them for my mom and my grandmother.Those same ones.Or those yellow looking things.Man.I knew someone who made those little rings with them you put on your head.the name escapes me.I was so jealous.I so wanted one of those.Good times!Good times!
Did you also sit and try to find for leaf clovers?Man if you found anything over 4 leaves you saved that in a book!Oh the good times!
Reply:yes, daffodils and some pretty ones from someones garden
Reply:I've picked dandilions for her :)
But I also went through our garden and picked them...She was angry at first, but then I managed to make her feel bad enough that she said it was very sweet, but never do it again. lol.
Reply:Yes, like 20 years ago. When I was a kid I used to pick them in the backyard and then she would put them in a vase in the kitchen.
Thanx for asking this question. I haven't thought about that in such a long time and that really made me smile and feel good. :)
Reply:Yes, I used to for my mom and my son does that for me now. :)
Reply:Yep i sure have and i still do lol,my mom makes me run around the neighborhood to steal everyones flowers,my friends mom made us both do this also,ive stolen every flower imaginable!
Good times Lol
Reply:Never
Reply:Yes. I brought her bouquets of daisies, dandelions and the little white flowers you mentioned. She always made me feel like I had given her the most precious gift any mother could ever want. Thank you for letting me enjoy that sweet memory of my mother.
Reply:I picked wild flowers when in bloom often, for dear mum
Reply:Alot of times when I was younger i did that...u brought some memories back..
Reply:yes, big bouquets of dandelions.
Reply:I picked her some weeds once when I was a kid...she got mad because the roots were still in the ground and she didn't want them to sprout up again....=( i just thought they were pretty...=(
Reply:so many times. when i was younger i would always go to the ball games to watch my bros and pick flowers for my mom and tie them together with long pieces of grass lol!
Reply:yes...
Reply:Yes, lilacs, daisys, poppies, columbines, ahhh and the best....peonies.
They were all growing in her yard and I'd bring them in and make her kitchen brighter.
She died April 17, 2006.
Reply:dandalions i picked omg i had 4 acres of land, and i picked lots of them for my mother when i was younger.. and the sweet thing is, i had no idea they were weeds, but she always put them in water. lol
Reply:When I was a kid, I almost used to do that everyday. But now the life has changed, its no more the same........Oh, I miss those good times.......
Reply:yes, when i was young
Reply:I used to pick her daffodils in the park all the time.
Reply:they were ugly dandilions and she told me to throw them away
Reply:I still pick flowers for my mama! Gosh Whats wrong with you people?! lol But seriously I still do........
Reply:Many times. I guess because she always seemed so happy when I did. Even when they came out of her flower garden. One time I bought her 2 packs of "Forget me nots" for her to plant. She was so pleased, As usual. So every spring for the next 30 years I took her 2 packs of Forget me nots. This year I will take them to her grave to plant. I will never forget her smile.
Reply:Sure...Now my kids do it for me....
Reply:YES :)
Reply:I have picked flowers for her - many, many years ago.
Reply:many times! i loved it!
Reply:well i used to when i was lil i would get the lil weeds but know i just go buy them
Reply:she will love them!!!!!
Reply:yep I stole some pholx from the neighbor ladies yard and put them in abutter dish
Reply:yess =] when I was little.
Reply:Sure have :)
Is it wrong to wear a white sundress (with pink accents) to a wedding shower?
Hi, I'm going to a wedding shower held at the bride's house and I have a white strapless sundress with pink embroidered flowers and a pink sash/tie. Is in inapropriate to wear a mostly white dress to the shower? or does this only apply to the wedding? The invitation didn't mention anything about attire.
Is it wrong to wear a white sundress (with pink accents) to a wedding shower?
No its not wrong. It sounds adorable!
Reply:That sounds cute, no its that you aren't suppose to wear a white dress to the wedding
Reply:It sounds like it would be okay. Don't sweat it.
Reply:It sounds cute,but I don't think I'd wear to the shower.Try a yellow tank top and shorts,unless its too cold,try jeans and a lavender shirt that has long sleeves.
Reply:It only applies to the wedding.
Reply:Sounds OK as long as it's not a white gown and the wedding sounds pretty casual.
Reply:No. You just can't wear it to the wedding.
Reply:No. but the outfit descibes what you'd wear to an outdoor party.
Reply:A shower doesn't follow the same etiquette as a wedding. It sounds like a perfectly appropriate outfit for a shower, assuming it's a warm day. Just don't wear it to the wedding. ;)
Reply:its ok just dont wear black underware
Reply:that sounds cute...dont worry about the white. im sure no one will think its a big deal!
Reply:It only applies to the wedding itself.
Is it wrong to wear a white sundress (with pink accents) to a wedding shower?
No its not wrong. It sounds adorable!
Reply:That sounds cute, no its that you aren't suppose to wear a white dress to the wedding
Reply:It sounds like it would be okay. Don't sweat it.
Reply:It sounds cute,but I don't think I'd wear to the shower.Try a yellow tank top and shorts,unless its too cold,try jeans and a lavender shirt that has long sleeves.
Reply:It only applies to the wedding.
Reply:Sounds OK as long as it's not a white gown and the wedding sounds pretty casual.
Reply:No. You just can't wear it to the wedding.
Reply:No. but the outfit descibes what you'd wear to an outdoor party.
Reply:A shower doesn't follow the same etiquette as a wedding. It sounds like a perfectly appropriate outfit for a shower, assuming it's a warm day. Just don't wear it to the wedding. ;)
Reply:its ok just dont wear black underware
Reply:that sounds cute...dont worry about the white. im sure no one will think its a big deal!
Reply:It only applies to the wedding itself.
Why are my red crape myrtles blooming white?
These are "Dynamite" crape myrtles that have bloomed a beautiful red the past 2 years. This year they're blooming white. What nutrient is missing or is it just the heat?
I live in Texas and we've had 5 straight days of 100 degree heat with no end in sight and of course we're in a drought. I've watered them and my roses (instead of the lawn);I don't care about grass but I really don't want to lose my flowers. HELP!
Why are my red crape myrtles blooming white?
Crape myrtles thrive in intense summer sun and are extremely tolerant of very dry conditions, but cannot survive winter temperatures much farther north than Arkansas. Like most summer blooming shrubs, produce their flowers on new growth. So, if pruning is to be done, it should be completed in the early spring before new growth begins.
http://www.cherylsgardenparty.com/2005/B...
Crape myrtles do not require much fertilizer. They are also adaptable to a fairly wide soil pH range, from 5.0 to 6.5. A soil test provides the best standard for determining the amount of fertilizer that is needed and whether the pH is at the appropriate level for your plants. However, one pound of actual nitrogen per thousand square feet of bed area is usually adequate to support new growth in an established tree. Be aware that over fertilization can reduce cold hardiness.
http://www.ag.auburn.edu/hort/landscape/...
Remember, Dynamite is a new cultivar that originated as a hybrid from another species.
Sometimes freaky things happen in nature.
http://www.landize.com/articles/Cultivar
You might want to ask a professional nurseryman?
Reply:Weather affects all living things. I also am in TEXAS and am having the same weather issues and drought (DFW area). My Myrtles are not blooming as long this year and I am watering. Check this website and it has some ideas too:
Good luck
http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/load...
Reply:Your crape myrtle is a tree-form crape that can reach 20'. These commonly try to revert to the original state. Just cut off the branch that's white %26amp; keep pruning to a minimum--any basal shoots can be trimmed while young, and any dead stuff is OK to cut--but other than occasional shaping your trees do not need pruning.
Also, your crape is well-established by now--stop watering it! These are very drought-hardy and need only 2 inches per month in the worst heat.
Reply:Don't have a clue, but something is going on. Saw a crepe myrtle the other day with both colors on it. It is usually red only (have admired it for 10 years). Other people have also written asking the same question about other types of flowers. I also live in Texas. Yes, it's hot. But is always hot here in summer. Sure hope someone has an answer. This is curious.
Reply:Maybe the ph of your soil has changed. We have some flowering shrubs that determine their color on the acidity of the soil. Maybe crepe myrtles do that too.
Reply:maybe the drought?
Reply:it's having an identity crisis. may it thought you needed a change. plants seem to adapt to their enviroment. that's probably what yours is doing. don't worry as long as it looks healthy. i think watering it is a good idea though. don't want to fry it in the heat. good luck with it.
Reply:I Believe it has to do with the acid and alkaline levels Iin the soil. Just like with Hydrangeas. Test your soil to see what levels you have. Your local nursery can help with a solution. In the mean time, enjoy the beatiful white blooms.
Reply:could be they get cross polinated too or nutrients missing give them some mirical grow and some water in the evenings i live in texas too and the heat is wilting everything, so i water my plants in the late evening
Reply:Probably has to do with the alkalinity of your soil.
I live in Texas and we've had 5 straight days of 100 degree heat with no end in sight and of course we're in a drought. I've watered them and my roses (instead of the lawn);I don't care about grass but I really don't want to lose my flowers. HELP!
Why are my red crape myrtles blooming white?
Crape myrtles thrive in intense summer sun and are extremely tolerant of very dry conditions, but cannot survive winter temperatures much farther north than Arkansas. Like most summer blooming shrubs, produce their flowers on new growth. So, if pruning is to be done, it should be completed in the early spring before new growth begins.
http://www.cherylsgardenparty.com/2005/B...
Crape myrtles do not require much fertilizer. They are also adaptable to a fairly wide soil pH range, from 5.0 to 6.5. A soil test provides the best standard for determining the amount of fertilizer that is needed and whether the pH is at the appropriate level for your plants. However, one pound of actual nitrogen per thousand square feet of bed area is usually adequate to support new growth in an established tree. Be aware that over fertilization can reduce cold hardiness.
http://www.ag.auburn.edu/hort/landscape/...
Remember, Dynamite is a new cultivar that originated as a hybrid from another species.
Sometimes freaky things happen in nature.
http://www.landize.com/articles/Cultivar
You might want to ask a professional nurseryman?
Reply:Weather affects all living things. I also am in TEXAS and am having the same weather issues and drought (DFW area). My Myrtles are not blooming as long this year and I am watering. Check this website and it has some ideas too:
Good luck
http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/load...
Reply:Your crape myrtle is a tree-form crape that can reach 20'. These commonly try to revert to the original state. Just cut off the branch that's white %26amp; keep pruning to a minimum--any basal shoots can be trimmed while young, and any dead stuff is OK to cut--but other than occasional shaping your trees do not need pruning.
Also, your crape is well-established by now--stop watering it! These are very drought-hardy and need only 2 inches per month in the worst heat.
Reply:Don't have a clue, but something is going on. Saw a crepe myrtle the other day with both colors on it. It is usually red only (have admired it for 10 years). Other people have also written asking the same question about other types of flowers. I also live in Texas. Yes, it's hot. But is always hot here in summer. Sure hope someone has an answer. This is curious.
Reply:Maybe the ph of your soil has changed. We have some flowering shrubs that determine their color on the acidity of the soil. Maybe crepe myrtles do that too.
Reply:maybe the drought?
Reply:it's having an identity crisis. may it thought you needed a change. plants seem to adapt to their enviroment. that's probably what yours is doing. don't worry as long as it looks healthy. i think watering it is a good idea though. don't want to fry it in the heat. good luck with it.
Reply:I Believe it has to do with the acid and alkaline levels Iin the soil. Just like with Hydrangeas. Test your soil to see what levels you have. Your local nursery can help with a solution. In the mean time, enjoy the beatiful white blooms.
Reply:could be they get cross polinated too or nutrients missing give them some mirical grow and some water in the evenings i live in texas too and the heat is wilting everything, so i water my plants in the late evening
Reply:Probably has to do with the alkalinity of your soil.
Does anyone know of a website that I can look at all the different types of flowers?
I am planning a wedding in another state. Before I travel up there to check out florists I would like to have in mind a rough image of what I want, i.e. type and color of flowers. Is there a website that I can see all the different types of flowers and different colors they come in? I already know I want a hand tied round bouquet but the type is stumping me....I'm think very natural with white, ivory, and green.
Does anyone know of a website that I can look at all the different types of flowers?
1 800 flowers.com
Reply:http://www.weddingbouquets.com...
She does an excellent job... Report It
Reply:Injoy.
http://www.directgardening.com/
http://www.eburgess.com/index.asp
http://www.4seasonsnurseries.com/
Reply:this site helped me SOOOO much when looking for things to show my florist, so many options available. Also know that you can give your florist a style and tweak things most of the time (for instance, change flowers, colors, add or remove greenery, etc) I combined several different bouquets into one basically to get mine!
http://www.yourweddingcompany.com/index....
Reply:If you go here:
http://www.freshroses.com
and click on "wedding flowers", it will give you a list of months to choose from. To see flowers that are in-season for a particular month, click on it and then click on the flower of your choice for a picture.
Reply:www.flowersociety.com
www.aboutflowers.com
www.flowerguide.com
Reply:I've looked at many wholesale flower websites b/c I'm doing the bouquets myself, but they are very helpful with the types of flowers and colors they come in. You can find a rose in just about any color you think of. I would suggest looking at Jade roses (Lt green) or baby green hydrangeas for the green. They are both very pretty. (You can find white/ivory in just about anything.) Try these websites:
rosesource.com
sommerflowers.com
flowerbud.com
mr-roses.com
nusabana.com
fiftyflowers.com
bigrose.com
flowersandfreshness.com
sunkingwholesale.com
amazoniaflowers.com
rose911.com
theflowerexchange.com
onlinewholesaleflowers.com
growersbox.com
Toothbrushdermatologist
Does anyone know of a website that I can look at all the different types of flowers?
1 800 flowers.com
Reply:http://www.weddingbouquets.com...
She does an excellent job... Report It
Reply:Injoy.
http://www.directgardening.com/
http://www.eburgess.com/index.asp
http://www.4seasonsnurseries.com/
Reply:this site helped me SOOOO much when looking for things to show my florist, so many options available. Also know that you can give your florist a style and tweak things most of the time (for instance, change flowers, colors, add or remove greenery, etc) I combined several different bouquets into one basically to get mine!
http://www.yourweddingcompany.com/index....
Reply:If you go here:
http://www.freshroses.com
and click on "wedding flowers", it will give you a list of months to choose from. To see flowers that are in-season for a particular month, click on it and then click on the flower of your choice for a picture.
Reply:www.flowersociety.com
www.aboutflowers.com
www.flowerguide.com
Reply:I've looked at many wholesale flower websites b/c I'm doing the bouquets myself, but they are very helpful with the types of flowers and colors they come in. You can find a rose in just about any color you think of. I would suggest looking at Jade roses (Lt green) or baby green hydrangeas for the green. They are both very pretty. (You can find white/ivory in just about anything.) Try these websites:
rosesource.com
sommerflowers.com
flowerbud.com
mr-roses.com
nusabana.com
fiftyflowers.com
bigrose.com
flowersandfreshness.com
sunkingwholesale.com
amazoniaflowers.com
rose911.com
theflowerexchange.com
onlinewholesaleflowers.com
growersbox.com
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