{"id":515,"date":"2020-11-30T05:22:40","date_gmt":"2020-11-30T05:22:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edenhorticultural.co.uk\/blog\/?p=515"},"modified":"2020-11-30T05:28:17","modified_gmt":"2020-11-30T05:28:17","slug":"most-popular-types-of-flowers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edenhorticultural.co.uk\/blog\/most-popular-types-of-flowers\/","title":{"rendered":"Most Popular Types of Flowers"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you close your eyes and think of a flower, what\u2019s the first bloom that comes to mind? Whatever it is, this is likely your favourite; it\u2019s the flower that you prefer above any other. What\u2019s interesting is that you might not even be aware of what the flower is \u2013 it could just be something you\u2019ve seen, something you\u2019ve caught a glimpse of in a garden or a florist\u2019s shop, and it\u2019s stayed with you ever since.<\/p>\n

Of course, it could be that nothing comes to mind at all. It could be that, when asked to think of a flower, you struggle. You just can\u2019t come up with something at all. This could be because you don\u2019t have a favourite. If that\u2019s the case, don\u2019t worry; many people can\u2019t settle on just one flower breed. After all, there are more than 400,000 different types of flowers in the world, and trying to narrow your choice down to just one is almost impossible.<\/p>\n

Yet people do like to narrow things down. They like to have a favourite. They like to explore the options and come up with a solution. So, if you are one of these people who wants to have a favourite flower but who hasn\u2019t yet seen anything that sticks in the mind, here are some ideas. These are the most popular types of flowers, so there is sure to be something that stirs your soul and makes you smile. Let\u2019s see.<\/p>\n

Alstroemerias<\/h2>\n

\"Alstroemerias\"<\/p>\n

Alstroemerias (also called lilies of the Incas or Peruvians lilies) are beautiful, warm looking flowers that will bring life and light to any situation. Because of their gorgeous pink and orange colouring and the way they almost seem to be smiling when they grow, they are said to symbolise friendship and devotion. Some also claim they symbolise wealth, but perhaps this is the wealth that comes with being loved rather than cold, hard cash.<\/p>\n

To get the best out of them, alstroemerias should be exposed to direct sunlight \u2013 when they are, they will bloom in late spring or early summer \u2013 and they should be watered once a week.<\/p>\n

Calla Lilies<\/h2>\n

\"Calla<\/p>\n

If you have seen depictions of the Virgin Mary holding flowers, it is most usually the calla lily that you will see, and this is especially apt as they are said to signify purity. On top of this, these are many people\u2019s favourite types of flowers because they symbolise rebirth and the chance to begin again. Although this might seem at odds with the fact that they are sympathy flowers, it may be that calla lilies offer life at a time of death, making them an exceptional type of flower indeed.<\/p>\n

To grow calla lilies, you will need a spot that sits in partial sunlight. Plant the lilies in spring and they should bloom in late summer. They can grow up to two feet, so make sure they are in the right place before you start growing them.<\/p>\n

Carnation<\/h2>\n

\"Carnation\"<\/p>\n

With carnations, you can have three for the price of one since there are three different types of this flower. You will find the large-flowered carnation which can grow over 20 inches tall, for example. These flowers have a single bloom on each stem. Then there are the spray and dwarf carnations. These are smaller and have multiple blooms on each stem. Neither variety grows much above 12 inches, but these are the versions that are more than likely going to be found in home gardens.<\/p>\n

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Read also: Garden Design Ideas<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Carnations come in many different colours, and each one has a different meaning, so if you intend to grow or give these flowers, it\u2019s wise to know what each one means. Pink, for example, symbolises a mother\u2019s love, whereas yellow means disappointment. White is perfect for wishing someone good luck.<\/p>\n

To grow carnations, they must be planted in a spot with excellent sunlight, and the soil must be well-draining.<\/p>\n

Daisies<\/h2>\n

\"Daisies\"<\/p>\n

Daisies are one of the most common types of flowers (they can be found in every continent on the planet apart from Antarctica), but that doesn\u2019t make them any less lovely. They symbolise innocence, and when you look at their bright yellow centres and their white petals tinged with pink, that\u2019s precisely the feeling you get. Daisies can grow up to four feet tall, depending on the breed, so make sure you know what you\u2019re getting into when you start planning your garden<\/strong><\/a> and putting these gorgeous blooms into it. Daisies are incredibly easy to take care of, and only need to be watered if there is less than an inch of rainfall in any one week.<\/p>\n

Gardenias<\/h2>\n

\"Gardenias\"<\/p>\n

Gardenias have the most fantastic scent, and this is why they can often be found on favourite flower lists. This is the smell of summer, and it lingers beautifully, but it might surprise you to find that gardenias grow from March to October. Even if you don\u2019t have much outside space, you can enjoy gardenias as they can be grown inside and out. To make the most of them, plant them in soil with a pH of between 4.5 and 5.5, and keep the soil well-drained. This is particularly important because gardenias, with their bright white petals, need a lot of water, and should never be allowed to dry out completely.<\/p>\n

Gerbera Daisies<\/h2>\n

\"Gerbera<\/p>\n

The gerbera dairy is cited as being the fifth most popular flower in the world, and why not? Why you look at it, you\u2019ll see something exceptional indeed \u2013 a big, sturdy, stunning flower that comes in a variety of different colours from pink to red to orange and plenty more, this is fun, bright, happy, and the perfect accompaniment to any garden or celebration (it\u2019s a popular choice in a bouquet, for example).<\/p>\n

Full sun and sandy soil are the order of the day with gerberas, but if your garden is not a particularly sandy one, you can grow them in containers and buy some soil in. Plant the seeds quickly as they don\u2019t stay fresh for long, and do it in late spring for a summer\/autumn bloom.<\/p>\n

Orchids<\/h2>\n

\"Orchids\"<\/p>\n

Most people will recognise an orchid immediately, even if they aren\u2019t particularly well-versed in what types of flowers there are around them. Perhaps, subconsciously, we\u2019ve always been aware of orchids; after all, they do date back around 100 million years according to scientists. With this much history, perhaps it should come as no surprise that there are at least 30,000 different orchid varieties, some of which are extremely rare and collectors will pay a pretty penny for them.<\/p>\n

To grow orchids, you should opt for something easy to grow (some are all but impossible to do anything with) and ideally a more mature plant. Buy it when it is blooming, and then you\u2019ll know what to look for, and you\u2019ll know that it\u2019s healthy. Keep it indoors in a pot for best results.<\/p>\n

Roses<\/h2>\n

\"Roses\"<\/p>\n

Ah, the rose, the most romantic of all flowers! Or at least, that\u2019s how many people perceive it, and this, along with the flower\u2019s undoubted beauty, is why it will always be on the lists of most popular flowers. Roses aren\u2019t just stunning to look at (they come in many colours, not just the red we are most used to); when they were first cultivated it was for medicinal reasons and to make perfume. We still do the same today, in fact, and dried rose petals are considered the perfect alternative to confetti at a wedding.<\/p>\n

The optimum time to plant roses is in the spring, and since they grow without much need for interference, you should be some beautiful blooms by the time summer comes around.<\/p>\n

Sunflowers<\/h2>\n

\"Sunflowers\"<\/p>\n

Is there any more joyous and joyful a flower than the giant sunflower? Its beaming yellow face towering above everything and everyone else in the garden is a sight to behold. It\u2019s little wonder that children adore planting them \u2013 big kids love sunflowers too, and they are always a welcome addition to any garden.<\/p>\n

To successful grow sunflowers, you will need to put them in a spot that gives them six to eight hours of direct, hot sunlight every day, which is why planting them at the start of summer is ideal. You\u2019ll need to give them space though; not only can they easily grow to over six feet tall, but their roots spread out a long way too. Dig the soil well before planting for the best results.<\/p>\n

Tulips<\/h2>\n

\"Tulips\"<\/p>\n

Amsterdam might be famous for its tulips (they were once more valuable than gold), but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t grow them successfully in your own garden, and since they are one of most popular flowers types in the world, it is probably that this is exactly what you want to do.<\/p>\n

There are more than 3000 varieties of tulips across 150 different species. Tulips signal the arrival of spring and bloom around Easter time (give or take), and for that reason, you\u2019re going to need to plant the bulbs in the autumn. They will need to get partial sunlight, and the soil they are planted in should have good drainage.<\/p>\n

Peonies<\/h2>\n

\"Peonies\"<\/p>\n

Peonies are some of the most colourful blooms around, and you\u2019ll find them in purple, pink, red, white, and more. The best advice on offer when it comes to growing these lovely and ever-popular flowers is to make sure you plant them with plenty of room around \u2013 they can grow up to as much as five feet.<\/p>\n

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Also read: How to Grow Peonies <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Plus, they do return year on year (assuming they are well taken care of) so you\u2019ll need to factor that into your plans. Plant them in late September or October for the full effect.<\/p>\n

Dahlias<\/h2>\n

\"Dahlias\"<\/p>\n

Dahlias are unique looking flowers, almost having a shaggy coat of petals rather than anything more delicate. Yet this is what makes them land on the most popular flowers lists, and it does look beautiful. Plus, dahlias have plenty of colours to choose from, so you can choose just this one flower variety and still have a garden that looks stunning. Since they bloom from mid-June until the first frost in October or November, they will be around for a while yet.<\/p>\n

Somewhat different to the usual way of planting, dahlias prefer having shade when you\u2019re growing them.<\/p>\n

Marigolds<\/h2>\n

\"Marigolds\"<\/p>\n

Marigolds, in their striking gold and orange hue, are symbols of wealth and success, so of course, they are going to be popular. The fact that they look genuinely magnificent when they are blooming certainly doesn\u2019t hurt either. In fact, the colours they produce are bright enough t be used in natural dyes for textiles.<\/p>\n

The best time to plant marigolds is in the spring so that they can make your summer garden look a treat.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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