Tens of millions of red roses will change hands tomorrow because the language of flowers (“floriography”) has determined that those say, “I love you” better than anything else this side of chocolate.

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If you've been hit by Cupid's arrow, one of the most classic gifts to give on Valentine's Day is the timeless flower bouquet. Whether delivered in person or ordered online, an eye-catching flower ...

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The first thing you notice when you walk into Scotts Flowers just before Valentine's Day is the quiet. People are focused. The storefront at the Manhattan florist is serene and immaculate, full of ...

I have looked after all types of roses during my time as a professional gardener. From the blousy, deeply fragrant blooms of 'Gertrude Jekyll', to the pink perfection of 'The Generous Gardener', ...

Flowers are more than just pretty petals: they can also be used to communicate subtle messages to friends, loved ones, and even enemies. In floriography (aka the language of flowers), each type and ...

Peter McNeil received funding on Luxury from The Leverhulme Trust. The opening of this essay has been workshopped with Prof Giorgio Riello. Before the creation of international systems of cultivation ...

You don’t have to be a botany expert to decipher what it means when somebody sends you a rose. Every year on Feb. 14, millions of people exchange the flower to express their love — and upwards of 250 ...