The calla lily and its ironies

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The Calla Lily and Its Ironies Flower shops bird of paradise Flowers are often associated with beauty, feelings and symbolisms which might have been forgotten. In spite of it being called, calla lily, it is actually not a lily. Once, all similar plants were categorized under ‘calla’ by the great discoverer Carolus Linnaues. However, after series of experiments, evidence suggested that the callas were different from each other and so it was divided and the calla lily genus was created. Flowers are often associated

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Flowers are often associated with beauty, feelings and symbolisms which might have been forgotten. In spite of it being called, calla lily, it is actually not a lily. Once, all similar plants were categorized under ‘calla’ by the great discoverer Carolus Linnaues. However, after series of experiments, evidence suggested that the callas were different from each other and so it was divided and the calla lily genus was created.

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The Calla Lily and Its Ironies

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Flowers are often associated with beauty, feelings and symbolisms which might have been forgotten. In spite of it being called, calla lily, it is actually not a lily. Once, all similar plants were categorized under ‘calla’ by the great discoverer Carolus Linnaues. However, after series of experiments, evidence suggested that the callas were different from each other and so it was divided and the calla lily genus was created.

Flowers are often associated

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The Calla Lily and Its Ironies

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It is indeed an ageless beauty, tracing its history back to the ancient Rome. In the past, it was a flower of celebration first of happiness and joy, then denoted sympathy and now as wedding flowers. The calla lily is a unique flower, not only its shape but also its ironic meanings. Ancient Romans used it to signify lust and sensuality, while for Christians; calla lilies represent chastity, virtue and purity. Fertility and abundance are symbolized by calla lilies for both Romans and Christians.

It is indeed an ageless beauty

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The Calla Lily and Its Ironies

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It is one of the flowers which are easy to grow and perfect for homes, beds, bouquets and flower arrangements. In countries with four seasons, it blooms in late spring time and perfect for spring weddings as it signifies glory and beauty. Many brides and florists choose it personally because of its beauty. For people with green thumb, growing calla lilies in their backyards is a great idea, even though most flower shops have it and can deliver them right in your doorstep. The calla lily makes a stunning house display.

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The Calla Lily and Its Ironies

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They should be aware of these tips in planting and caring for them. The right time of year to plant is spring to early summer. You can use tubers during the fall season and use it as houseplants or basil cuttings in summer. If used as houseplants, make sure to put it in a sunny windowHeight should be carefully measured, 18 to 24 inches is best.Plant it four inches deep, 12 inches from each bulb in a moist and well-drained soil.Since it should be plants in hardy to frost-free zones, begin with bulbs inside the house during winter and transfer them outside when the frost is gone.Every month, bulb fertilizers should be put and keep it hydrated.A rest period is required after the flowering season. Wait for two to three months before you resume growing it.

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