At the end of spring planting seasons, many nurseries discount unsold or wilted plants. I cannot resist the urge to bring home one or two plants, revivable and in need of rescue. It is a good time to ...

As ladies, we tend to have a natural love for flowers. They make for the perfect gift, have a way of saying I love you or I’m sorry, and they brighten up any room simply just by being. More than just ...

Calendula, though commonly referred to as pot marigolds, are not true marigolds, but like marigolds are part of the daisy family. Calendulas are native to Mediterranean countries and parts of Europe ...

The calendula, scientifically known as calendula officinalis and locally as gul-e-ashrafi, is a daisy-like flower. Belonging to the asteraceae family, the flower is locally found in yellow and orange ...

“It’s beautiful, the summer month of June, and the sun shines most of the day brightly.” – Francis Duggan. “This is the smell of June, honeysuckle, green hay, wet linen hung out to dry.” – Lisa ...

Have you ever heard of calendula flowers? They've been used for centuries in both culinary and medicinal ways, particularly thought to have anti-viral and anti-inflammatory properties. The petals are ...

There are few birds more fun to watch than the incredible and iridescent hummingbird. Not only are they beautiful, but they're also beneficial pollinators. While you can certainly use hummingbird ...

Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is an herb that has centuries of use for its health benefits and culinary attributes. It is widely distributed worldwide and is commonly referred to as pot marigold ...

Edible flowers taste great and look beautiful on your plate, especially on top of your favorite salad. Not all flowers are edible, and you can find complete lists, with pictures, on the Internet.