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Exotic flora: 3 emblematic flowers of Malaysia

1- Hibiscus: the national flower The first of the 3 iconic flowers of Malaysia is the Hibiscus Rosa sinesis, which is the national flower. It was chosen as a symbol by the government in 1960 because it is very common on Malaysian soil. It is a red colored hibiscus often depicted on souvenirs you ...

23
Nov
2022

The chocolate drop: a plant that smells like chocolate

A flower that deserves to be known The chocolate drop or Berlandiera lyrata is a perennial plant native to North and Central America. The plant itself is not unusual as it forms a rather compact bush with spindly stems and gray-green leaves. On the other hand, its summer flowering is remarkab ...

13
Jan
2023

Phacelia: 3 good reasons to plant this flower in your garden

1- It is easy to grow Tansy leaf phacelia or Phacelia tanacetifolia is a favorite flower of natural Gardening enthusiasts. It must be said that this annual herbaceous plant, which is a friend of bees, has multiple virtues to appeal to gardeners. Simply browse it during the spring to see this pla ...

08
June
2022

The zucchini and carrot flower pie: a bluffing recipe

Ingredients Here are the ingredients needed to make a zucchini and carrot flower pie for 6 people : 220 g flour 2 pinches of salt 2 turns of pepper mill 1 pinch of turmeric 7 cl of olive oil 13 cl of simmering water a little oil for the pie dish 3 large carrots 3 zucchini 2 tablespoons ...

15
June
2022

Flowers: 8 things to know about violets

ls in the same family as pansies, the genus Viola. Different horticultural varieties of Viola odorata are referred to as violet. Many varieties of flowers in this family have been bred by humans, including the famous Violette of Toulouse. The Flower emblematic of this city belongs to the Parma ...

09
Mar
2007

Flowers: the new Biennial of Arts blossoms in Nice this summer

sey in 2019, the 5th edition postponed to the summer of 2022 due to the health crisis celebrates a deeply rooted tradition in the city: the culture of flowers! A unifying and joyful theme As you can see, summer is going to be flourishing in the museums of the city of Nice! As during the famous c ...

13
June
2022

Poet's carnation: sowing, cultivation and maintenance

atus blooms from May through August. This colorfully named plant will give you large, ball-shaped inflorescences that look like round bunches. The flowers, often bicolored, decline a whole pallet of colors (white, pink, mauve, red, purple...). They can be simple or double according to varieties, ...

24
Aug
2022

Orange blossom: benefits and use

orange blossom? Contrary to what one might think, the orange blossom is not that of the tree that yields table oranges or Citrus sinensis. It is the flower of the sour orange tree or bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium). This tree of the Rutaceae family is native to Asia and its flower has been ...

02
Jan
2023

Garden: 5 good reasons to plant sunflowers

1- They are easy to grow The first good reason to plant sunflowers in your garden is their easy cultivation. Even novice gardeners will have no trouble growing this great flower south of the Loire, as the sunflower loves warm climates. Simply sow the seeds under cover in March-April and trans ...

24
Sep
2021

Valentine's Day: 5 original gift ideas with a floral theme

u won't have to look far to give her a bouquet to her liking! Less cliché than the red rose bouquet, the candy bouquet is the first of our 5 original flower-themed gift ideas. This type of bouquet, which is easily found online, usually consists of treats and/or chocolates. Therefore, it makes ...

03
Feb
2023

The hibiscus coconut cocktail: a Valentine's Day cocktail without alcohol

biscus coconut cocktail for 2 people: 50 cl of mineral or filtered water 1 packet of coconut water powder 1 heaping tablespoon of dried hibiscus flowers 4 teaspoons of agave syrup frozen strawberries To note: in this cocktail, adding frozen strawberries to the glasses is optional. But I fi ...

06
Feb
2023

Carnival of Nice

le spectator on the Place de la Préfecture, took part for the first time in the procession, sitting on the 'royal chariot' identical to those of today. Flower Battles It was in 1876, on the famous Promenade des Anglais, that the Premiere Battle of Flowers of the Nice carnival was born. It was born ...

23
Jan
2007

A thousand and one orchids: an exhibition at the Jardin des plantes

s renewed the A Thousand and One Orchids exhibit in its large greenhouses each year. This event, which has become a must for orchidophiles and all flower enthusiasts in general, allows you to discover rare and fascinating species in the midst of lush tropical vegetation. Each year, a new decor ...

27
Feb
2015

Gula melaka: Malaysian palm sugar

1- Gula melaka is a palm sugar Among the different natural sugars, we hear a lot about coconut sugar from the coconut flower. In France, coconut blossom sugar is sold in the form of brown powder in the health food sections of supermarkets and organic stores. But in Southeast Asia, it is often so ...

14
Nov
2022

Bouquet: which seasonal flowers to offer?

Why give seasonal flowers? When we go to the florist to offer cut flowers or an exotic plant, we don't necessarily think about the environmental impact of our purchase. And yet, the cultivation of off-season flowers generates significant pollution: these species grow in greenhouses or come from ...

07
Dec
2022

Pancake with chestnut cream: a gourmet recipe

When cooked, my last crepe was not perfectly round and had irregularities because I didn't have enough batter left. So I used it to create a sort of flower in the middle of my cake. 1- If you have a plain crepe left over (whole or not), cut strips of dough a little wide. 2- Roll them on th ...

27
Jan
2023

The slipper orchid: a flower with an amazing shape.

average 20 cm tall, is one of the first to bloom at the end of winter. While it is rather discreet in size and foliage, this plant stands out for its flowering. It produces flowers with shimmering colors (from yellow to red, solid or striped) and an unusual shape. Calcéolaires, whose name literal ...

23
Mar
2023

The Mimosa Festival of Mandelieu La Napoule: the 2023 program

rted from Australia to the French Riviera by English botanists in the early 19th century, has long flourished in the Mandelieu area. This delicate flower, nicknamed 'the winter sun', is so dear to the hearts of Mandelieu and Napoleon people that they have dedicated a festival to it since 1931! ...

07
Feb
2008

Garden: 5 good reasons to put flowers in your garden

1- Flowers beautify your garden The first good reason to put flowers in your vegetable garden is of course to beautify it. Simply planting a few flowers around the edges of your vegetables will improve the overall look of your garden with their beautiful colors. But the point of pairing flowe ...

29
Sep
2021

The griffin foot: a winter flower

ite the cold, from January to April. This hardy hellebore produces apple-green bells about an inch wide, edged with a Purple border. These hanging flowers are gathered in opulent clusters. The plant has only one defect for the sensitive noses: its leaves release an unpleasant pungent smell whe ...

12
Jan
2022