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Bookmark or Share- How to Grow and Care for African Violets - The Old Farmer's AlmanacAfrican violets, Streptocarpus ionanthus (formerly Saintpaulia ionantha), are native to Tanzania and get their original Latin name from a 19th century colonial official and amateur botanist, Baron Walter von Saint Paul-Illaire, who was stationed in the east African country known then as Tanganyika.
- Find Your State Flower (and Wildflower!) with PhotosViolets (Viola) Violets (Viola) are a popular state emblem, but Illinois was the first to make them their official state flower. In 1907, schoolchildren chose it over wild roses and goldenrod as their favorite, and it was made official in 1908. There are 8 species of blue violets in Illinois, blossoming from April to August.
- What is My Birth Flower? | Birth Month Flowers - The Old Farmer's AlmanacDo you know what your birth month flowers are? As with gemstones, every month has a birth flower; in fact, many months have two birth flowers. Find out your birth month flower—and the birth flowers for each month of the year for your loved ones!
- Edible Flowers: Flowers for Food and Healing - The Old Farmer's AlmanacWhen preparing most flowers (exceptions: squash, violets, and nasturtiums) for food or beverage, use only the petals for the best flavor. Remove the sepals, as well as the pistils and stamens. In case you’ve forgotten your flower anatomy, here’s help. 15 Edible Flowers. Looking to grow your own edible flowers?
- Flower Meanings: The Language of Flowers | Almanac.comFlower Meanings by Color. Flowers provide an incredibly nuanced form of communication. Some plants, including roses, poppies, and lilies, could express a wide range of emotions based on their color alone.
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