Freesia
Common names: freesia
Freesia is a genus of flower belonging to the Iris family (Iridaceae).
Flowers usually referred to as freesias are Common Freesias, Freesia corymbosa,
which are native to the Cape of Good Hope.
Its flower is strongly scented so it makes a nice addition to any area.
They have five to 10 single or double flowers, stems are usually 10 to 18 inches
long with little or no foliage.
Freesias bloom up to seven days with flowers in white, golden yellow, orange,
red, pink, mauve, lavender, purple or bicolors. |
Carnation
Common names: carnation
Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) is a flowering plant native to the Near East,
cultivated for the last 2,000 years.
Flowers are 2 to 3 inches wide on 1 to 2 foot stems.
Miniature carnation varieties feature several small flowers on one stem.
Flower colors include white, yellow, pink, red, salmon, fuchsia, deep purple,
light green, bi-colors plus flecked.
Fragrant cut flowers, they live up to three weeks.
As well as a cut flower, Carnations are also popular as potted plants because
of their long blooming season. |
