The Meaning Of Jasmine

Jasmine is a natural scent agent that is part of the olive family. Growing as shrubs and vines, it has more than 200 different varieties. Most of them grow as climbing vines on other plants in the temperate and tropical zones of the Old World, like the Middle East but also including the southern Italian area that Crespin wanted to encapsulate for the Dolce and Gabanna Light Blue scent. This helps incorporate the key scent while not simultaneously making the perfume too expensive for consumers to purchase. It's a common problem with using the natural scent of jasmine in perfumes. It is almost universally beloved as an odor, but it is so pricey that it must be used in very limited quantities to achieve its effects and preserve sales.   

The flowers will be repeated from two to seven times over a month's processing before the tea is ready for sale. Grading of the tea is determined by how many scentings the tea has gotten over a month. Higher grades will use seven scentings over the month. Most green teas with jasmine contain a significant amount of polyphenols, plant-based substances that have proven to have anticancer, antiviral, and antioxidant properties. This helps prevent certain cancers and slows aging by eliminating free radicals. Jasmine is good for diabetes prevention and reducing high blood pressure. A popular actress in America is Jasmine Guy, and other Jasmines are Jasmine Viegas, who is a popular singer in the Rhythm and Blues industry, there was a Jasmine made famous on American Idol, and in the Asian music division, Jasmine You is quite popular and widely appreciated.

Other jasmine tea health benefits include the ability to reduce the risk of blood clot, prevent allergy and flu, reduce blood sugar, keep fluid balance, boost the immune system and provide oral care and fluoride that helps protect against cavities and prevent tooth decay. One of the jasmine tea health benefits is to improve intestine conditions by blocking development and growth of bad bacteria and strengthening good bacteria. Along with raspberry leaf tea it has been used to help childbirth and milk production. It can help relieve muscle and joint pain, including chronic back pain and is considered a romantic enhancer. People who consumed tea with jasmine tea extract during the period of three months lost more fat than those who consumed regular oolong tea It seems substances found in jasmine tea known as catechins, trigger weight loss by decreasing body fat and stimulating the body to burn calories.

The Moral Of Plum Flower

Cherry Plum is used when you feel like the pressure is too great, that the to-do list is too long, and the expectations too high. Flower essences were first created by Dr. Bach in 1938 in England. Flowers have vibrational electrical fields, they are filled with Divine wisdom and life force energy. Each kind of flower essence has a high frequency electrical solution; and when we take in their high frequency, we take in nature's healing gift to us. Flower essences can help correct the energies that are out of alignment within our electrical energy fields.

In addition there is also the mulching benefit that they provide, which involves the retention of water and protection of plants and trees from the elements. However, one area that you may not be aware of that plum slate chippings provide an advantage is that of safety in the garden. In the event that you have a sloped driveway you could be left with tricky task of trying to get your vehicle off the drive as the wheels spin and try to find grip. Plum slate chippings in comparison offer good drainage and traction, which means that you can safely negotiate paths and drives all year round.

The cherry plum grows to the size of a small tree, with pure white flowers which have a pink tinge. This flower helps in times of anxiety and with fears about loss of control over a situation. Cherry plum helps to bring peace and stillness within, to counteract the tension felt during stressful times.The remedies are created by steeping flowers in a bowl of water in direct sunlight or boiling them prepare a 'mother tincture'. This is the concentrated essence of the flower, which is further diluted 1:400 parts 40% organic French brandy to make the traditional Bach flower stock concentrate. This is used to make a combination with other remedies in a dispensing bottle or dropped into a glass of water for immediate consumption. They're among the most popular wedding flowers, and can be found in shades of purple from cool lilac to brilliant purple. These purple roses are also among the best smelling roses available. Mix and match roses to create attractive centerpieces and bouquets. These purple wedding flowers really make you feel like you're getting the royal treatment.

Different flowers have different meanings

      Most people used flowers to act as one way of saying ‘thank you’, ‘I’m sorry’ or even ‘I love you’. The sentiments meant with each bouquet or display of flowers bought can be heartfelt and genuine but there is actually a historical and authentic language of flowers.
　 Although during more modern times, many flower meanings have been lost, there are still certain flowers that still evoke feelings and emotions. For instance, although it is generally well known that roses and rose buds mean romantic and amorous love and therefore are often sent to lovers or spouses especially during Valentine’s Day, other flowers also have a variety of meanings and values.

      Although the language of flowers was popularised in the nineteenth century the history of floral denotations is more ancient and widespread across many countries and continents. During the Victorian period, sentimentality became popular and using flowers to show feelings and sentiments was widespread. Throughout this time, many people would understand the language of flowers and would recognise the significance of blooms which were received. Flowers can also be used to symbolise astrological signs and have been used in ancient feng shui methodology.
　 Carnations can also denote a term of affection and are often used as wedding button holes and church decorations. Lavender can also be used as a term of love and loyalty though not always romantic love.
　 Other flower meanings include violets that can often denote calmness and diffidence, daffodils to represent respectfulness and high esteem and white heather for protection and security.

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How to grow: Winter salads

Often very simple to grow, they are sadly neglected.
Although we don’t tend to eat cold foods so much in the winter, there is nothing quite like the taste of a fresh green salad at any time of year, and often winter lettuce is slightly sweeter tasting than the summer varieties.
Unless you are intending to eat a lot of winter salad, a few healthy plants will probably be all you need to see you through, if you pick the leaves as and when you need them.
Choose from hardy varieties of your favourite summer lettuce or experiment with more unusual winter salad crops such as Texsel greens and salad burnet.
For a continuous supply, sow a few seeds every four weeks.
Grow from seed
Choose seed carefully. Some lettuce varieties, such as 'Arctic King’ and other winter salads are suitable for all-year growing, though they may need a little extra protection during colder months. Have some small cloches handy to protect all young plants during cold weather, especially frosty nights.
Experiment with a couple of varieties if you have the space. The cut-and-come-again crops are loose-leafed and you can pick a few leaves from the plants every few days. A cold frame is ideal for growing winter salads, and you can also try them in containers.
Sow and plant out
Sow seed up until mid November. If you are sowing directly outside, sow sooner rather than later to avoid frost damage to seedlings. Prepare well-drained pots or trays with fresh compost and sow seed thinly. Keep seedlings warm and watered. Prepare a sunny well-drained spot in the garden. Choose a sheltered area, if possible, to protect your plants from cold winds. Dig over the ground lightly, and incorporate some well-rotted compost to feed the soil if necessary. Plant out seedlings when they are large enough to handle and allow about 12in all round for each plant to fully develop. Double-check the recommendations on the seed packets, as varieties differ in their spacing requirements.
If direct sowing, sow as thinly as possible in shallow drills. Sow short lines of winter lettuce seed every couple of weeks or so. Water well afterwards; winter rainfall will probably be enough to keep plants watered. Thin out plants as they start to crowd each other. Make sure the ground is damp before you start removing plants and eat the ones you pull up.
Crop care
Although winter lettuce is bred for cold weather, a sharp drop in temperature may kill off seedlings and young plants. Keep an eye on the weather and protect crops with a cloche overnight. It should be removed during the day when the temperature has risen.
If you have to leave the cover over the plants, remove it every day or so and check your plants. The soil under plastic can become mouldy and needs to be agitated so the roots don’t rot. Plants may need watering and weeds should be removed with a hoe.
If a severe winter is forecast, try growing a few winter salads in a cold frame or an unheated greenhouse.
Harvesting
Winter lettuce crops can be used as and when the plants are big enough. Varieties that produce a firm head are best left to fully mature, although a leaf or two can be taken from time to time. The cut-and-come-again varieties should be picked regularly after they are about 2in high. They will produce more leaves if you use them. Or, allow the plants to grow to about 8in and cut the whole head off, leaving a 1in stump – a new plant should soon re-sprout.
How to store
Winter lettuce should be used fresh straight from the garden. It will keep for a day or two in the salad compartment of the fridge if necessary. Don’t wash before storing, as it will last a little longer if kept dry. Close-leaved types will store for longer but try to use fresh from the garden when possible.
Taste tip
Many winter salads acquire a strong, robust flavour. If the leaves are too bitter, try blanching them by covering plants with a flowerpot. Left like this for a few days before harvesting, the leaves will become paler and less bitter.

How to grow: sunflowers

Best sunflower varieties for pots and containers


Sunny side up: sunflowers can grow to 10ft tall and need six hours sunlight a day Photo: Getty Images
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You wouldn't have thought that sunflowers had much in common with Marmite, poodles and Jeremy Clarkson. But recently I've discovered that either you love them (all children, Van Gogh and Kansas, where it is the state flower) or you loathe them (most of my more stylish friends including my horticultural guru, Piers, gardener to the stars.) In essence, the pro-sunflower camp think it's grand, magical and mood-enhancing; the antis think it is vulgar, fake-looking and certainly has no place in small gardens or pots.
Having never had much of a feeling about sunflowers apart from a field of them making me feel cheerful and thinking that they always look a little sad in vases, like caged lions in a zoo, I decided to look into the helianthus.
Turns out, sunflowers have always provoked strong feelings. The sunflower is native to the Americas, where the Incas worshipped its image as a symbol of the sun god. At the beginning of the 16th century when Francisco Pizarro was first rummaging around in Mexico, Europeans discovered many gold figures of sunflowers, including in temples in the Andes, and American Indian Indians placed bowls of seeds on the graves of the dead.
Seeing this giant, oil-producing crop as the sun's representative on Earth isn't entirely loopy. Most flowers exhibit "heliotropism" – a propensity to turn towards or follow the sun. At sunrise their faces turn towards the east and over the course of the day they follow it westward. Some Europeans have incorporated this into their common name for the flower – in Italian it is girasole, in Spanish girasol and in French, tournesol, all of which mean "turn [to the] sun" (the English name seems rather weak – surely we could have done better – "sun-follower" for example?)
Another reason sunflowers inspire excitement is because they can grow very, very tall. 'Russian Giant' can grow to 10ft, perfect if you are planning to enter a Tallest Sunflower Competition. A colleague at work – who has been staring at his stunted sunflower in frustration – may well have bought a 'Big Smile': a midget that won't grow above 1ft.
For those in the anti-sunflower camp – such as my stylish friend Alice, who thinks that yellow is a common colour that should be limited to spring – a type worth considering is 'Pastiche' which comes in mixed shades of buff, red and burned orange. Piers, on the other hand, is more inflexible: with their "giant pads and big ridiculous faces" he doesn't see the point of planting them unless you are a farmer or under six. In Piers' view, sunflowers should stick to where they belong – in big spaces in the Americas where they can be grown in crops against the terracotta earth.
But people like Piers and Alice – or at least their children – may well have to reconcile themselves. According to scientists, by 2080 London could regularly experience temperatures of 105F (41C), hot enough to cultivate crops of sunflowers.
Having watched my new little sunflower sunbathe on my terrace (no doubt dreaming of Mexico), I am developing strong feelings after all: bring on the Marmite, but remember to spread lightly… like poodles or Jeremy Clarkson, a little goes a long way.
Growing tips
Sunflowers belong to the helianthus genus, which has 67 species including the Jerusalem artichoke. Most of us are familiar with the huge-headed annuals. Perennial sunflowers have dainty flowers, but can be invasive and should be avoided in small spaces.
For annuals, sow the flower seeds outdoors about ½in deep, after the last frost has passed (now is a good time). They will need six hours of direct sunlight, and thrive in most soils.
Most varieties will work in pots, but leave plenty of root space. Dwarf varieties are happy in smaller pots. All pots need drainage holes.
Annual sunflowers will bloom from midsummer into autumn – the dead flower heads containing seeds can then be left in winter as a bird feeder.

The 15 Most Beautiful Flowers In The World

　　Canna
Cannas not only feature pretty blossoms, but also beautiful leaves (often likened to that of the banana plant) that come in a variety of stunning colors. Popularized in Victorian times, Cannas are popular garden plants.

　　Cherry Blossom
The unofficial flower of Japan, the spectacular display of blossoms that arrive in the spring are celebrated by festivals both in Japan and the U.S. The most popular colors are white and pink. They are beautiful while on the trees and remain a stunning sight even after carpeting the ground.

　　Colorado Columbine
Growing high in the Rocky Mountains, the Colorado Columbine is a welcome reward for the enterprising climbers of Colorado's 14,000-foot high mountains. Picking one in the wild carries a fine ($5-$50 depending on the Ranger who catches you)!

　　Hydrangea
Magical snowball puffs in fall: gorgeous. The clusters of star-shaped blossoms, often found in delicate pastel hues, embody innocence. They are popular in wedding bouquets and as garden flowers.

　　Lily of the Valley
A delicate and fragrant sign of spring, the Lily of the Valley has inspired a number of legends. One such Christian legend explains that the tears that Mary shed at the cross turned to Lilies of the Valley, prompting the flower to sometimes be referred to as "Our Lady's Tears." Another legend tells of Lilies of the Valley springing from the blood of St. George during his battle with the dragon.

　　Calla Lily
While visually stunning and elegant, this beautiful flower is actually a member the poisonous species, Zantedeschia. All parts of the plant are highly toxic, with the capability to kill livestock and children if ingested.

　　Black Eyed Susan
The black eyed susan, a cheerful wildflower, is a perennial that serves as a beautiful back drop in any garden. The contrast of the bright gold yellow petals and dark middle makes it any easy one to spot and recognize. This official drink of the Preakness stakes horse race is named after this flower, consisting of 2 parts Bourbon whiskey, 1 part citrus vodka, 3 parts sweet & sour mix, one part orange juice and garnished with orange and a cocktail cherry.

　　Bleeding Heart
These whimsical, almost fairy-like blossoms are a traditional favorite in shady gardens. The flowers are either red, pink or white and appear in April-June.

　　Blue Bells
In spring, many European woods are covered by dense carpets of this flower; these are commonly referred to as "bluebell woods". It is thought that they were named by the romantic poets of the 19th century, who felt they symbolized solitude and regret.

　　Lantana
These delicate flowers, with their pink and yellow petals, are butterfly magnets. The bush can grow to be quite large and the color of the petals change as the plant ages. Beware - Lantana is considered a weed by many that is quite difficult to get rid of.

　　Rose
Roses are one of the most romantic and wonderfully scented of flowers. The giving of roses is steeped in tradition and cultural meaning, from the yellow rose of friendship to the deep red rose of true love.

　　Oriental Poppy
This perennial poppy has a delicate and striking color. After flowering in the spring, their foliage dies back entirely, only to grow new leaves once again with the autumn rains. The Oriental Poppy is the flower of The Wizard of Oz.

　　Mussaenda erythrophylla (Ashanti Blood, Red Flag Bush, Tropical Dogwood)
These plants are native to the Old World tropics, from West Africa through the Indian sub-continent, Southeast Asia and into southern China. The beautiful red and yellow petals are a real showstopper. A favorite of not only of gardeners, but also butterflies, bees and hummingbirds.

　　Begonia
The first Begonia was introduced into England in 1777. Now one of the most popular flowers grown in the United States, Begonias are prized for their flowers as well as their leaves. This versatile plant can be grown either inside or out.

　　Ixora
Ixora flowers, also commonly called West Indian Jasmine, are often used in Hindu worship, as well as in Indian folk medicine. This plant has traditionally been associated with enhanced sexuality and the re-kindling of passion. Who wouldn't want that as a gift!

　　Dendrobium
Dendrobium is a large genus of tropical orchids that include over a thousand species. The sprays of flowers are so delicate and yet so perfectly formed, they appear magical.