THREE SPECIAL GIFTS TO EXPRESS THOSE THREE SPECIAL WORDS

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Flora2000

Every 14th February, lovers across the globe send Valentine’s Day flowers, chocolates and stuffed toys as Valentine’s Day gifts. These three gifts have been synonymous with Valentine’s Day gifting since a very long time and continue growing in popularity with each passing year. What makes them so popular amongst the love struck men and women? Well, they all have their own unique qualities.

Chocolates

Although mankind’s infatuation with chocolate began almost 2,000 years ago when it was first discovered in Latin America, it was only in the 1800s that the first chocolate candies were made and marketed. The Cadbury Brothers set up shop in England and began packaging candies to sell to a mainstream audience. In 1861, in a brilliant marketing move, Richard Cadbury created the first ever heart-shaped box for Valentine’s Day, spurring the commercialization of the holiday. The proximity of chocolate with emotion is primal. Chocolate cheers the soul. It signals loving thoughts and is a gateway to celebration, to relaxation, to happiness. To this day, heart shaped chocolates and chocolate boxes are considered as the perfect gift to send on February 14th to the one you love the most.

Heart Shaped Cadbury Chocolate 1861

Heart Shaped Cadbury Chocolate 1861

 

Flowers

The tradition of gifting flowers to your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day comes from the old-fashioned custom of sending floral bouquets to pass on non-verbal messages. Language of flowers, sometimes called floriography was introduced by Charles II of Sweden in the 18th century. Each flower has a specific meaning attached to it, making it possible to have an entire conversation using only flowers. Today, people continue sending flowers on special occasions like Valentine’s Day to express sentiments of love. Sending Valentine’s Day flowers is an age-old tradition that is still a sure shot way to capture the heart of your beloved. Sending across beautiful Valentine’s Day Roses is an expression of warmth, affection and passionate love.

 Valentine's Day Roses

 

Stuffed toys

Stuffed toys are fuzzy, cuddly and appeal to the inner child in most people. It is the perfect gift to give to your loved one on Valentine’s Day. Teddy bears are the most commonly gifted stuffed toy on Valentine’s Day. Some stuffed teddy bears have cute heart shaped noses whereas other varieties can be seen holding a big red heart in their lap. You can also consider giving your sweetheart other stuffed animals that might strike a chord with them such as a pooch or a kitty or a giraffe.

Stuffed Toys for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a day for gifting and making your sweetheart feel extremely special. No matter which part of the world you are in, you can easily send across Valentine’s Day gifts and Valentine’s Day flowers along with heartfelt wishes through online gifting. So this Valentine’s Day, charm your special someone with enchanting bouquets, sweep them off their feet with heart-warming stuffed toys and make them fall head over heels in love with you all over again by gifting them scrumptious and savory chocolates.

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VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATIONS: ACROSS THE WORLD, THROUGH THE TIMES

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Flora2000

Valentine’s Day has been a very special day for lovers across the world since the time it came into existence. Story of the origins of Valentine’s Day comes from the time of the Roman Empire, under the rule of Emperor Claudius the Second. It is also linked to the pagan festival of Lupercalia, which was celebrated on February 15 by young Romans centuries before Christ. The celebration was held in honor of the goddess Februata Juno, and concerned all young people of marriageable age.

In England on St. Valentine’s Day, it was customary for a boy to give the girl of his choice a love token, usually a pair of gloves. It was not until the 15thC that the first greeting card was produced because, until that time, parchment was scarce and the majority of people were illiterate.

The Valentine greetings took on a much more delicate form in Victorian times. They were often made out of lace paper, velvet and satin ribbons, embossed with the best quality material. These cards often had trick or secret panels in them, hiding secret messages to the girls concerned.

In other parts of Britain, presents were distributed: in Peterborough, sweet plum buns called Valentine Buns were made and eaten; in Uppingham, gingerbread was given to lovers; in Rutland, buns shaped like a weaver’s shuttle and called a Plum Shuttles’ were made and are still being made for children on this day.

In Italy, Valentine’s Day was celebrated as a Spring Festival, held in the open air, where young people would gather in tree arbors or ornamental gardens to listen to music and poetry recitals. However, over the course of the years, this custom steadily ceased. In Turin, it was formerly the custom for betrothed couples to announce their engagements on February 14. A very popular Valentine’s gift among the Italians has been the Baci Perugina, which is a small chocolate enclosed with a hazelnut. It also includes a small slip of paper, containing loving lyrical quotes.

Valentine's Day in Italy

Valentine’s Day in Italy

The Danish Valentine greeting card was known as a “lover’s card.” Older versions of this greeting came in transparent form which when held up to the light, depicted the image of a lover handing his beloved a gift. Another custom in Denmark was for people to send pressed white flowers called Snowdrops to their sweethearts.

Snowdrops

Snowdrops

During the Australian gold rush period, miners who suddenly came to acquire money from the new-found wealth of the Ballarat Mines willingly paid a princely sum for elaborate valentine’s gifts. Merchants in the country would ship orders amounting to thousands of pounds at a time. The most extravagant Australian valentines were made of satin cushion, perfumed and decorated in an ornate manner with flowers and colored shells.

Along with giving gifts, sending flowers on Valentine’s Day has been an age old tradition. It continues being the most popular way for lover’s to express their love and affection for one another. Although rose is the traditional Valentine’s Day flower lover’s across the world also send and gift bouquets of lilies, carnations, tulips and orchids to their sweethearts. Though the passion of the flaming red roses always works wonders, sometimes it is the purity of the lily or the beauty of the carnation in all its glory that attracts and fascinates the romantics.

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CHARM YOUR BELOVED WITH SOMETHING HEART-STIRRING THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Flora2000

Valentine’s Day, also called St. Valentine’s Day is a day when lovers express their love and affection for each other with greetings, gifts and flowers. Valentine greetings have been popular since the Middle Ages and the day has its origins in the Roman festival of Lupercalia, held in mid-February. The ancient festival which celebrated the coming of spring, included fertility rites and the pairing off of single women with bachelors.

 

 

Although people across the globe celebrate Valentine’s Day, it is most popular in the United States as well as in Britain, Canada, and Australia. It is also celebrated with great excitement and fervor in countries like France, Italy, Mexico and India. Gifting holds a special significance on this day and presents are exchanged in abundance between friends, colleagues and school children.

 

Valentine’s Day is a day when lovers want to go all out in showcasing their innermost feelings and make their special someone feel appreciated. Beautiful heart-shaped Valentine’s gifts are the perfect way to say ‘I love you’ this season. Heart shaped flower bouquets, heart shaped chocolates, pendants and other jewelry make for the perfect present to give to your significant other.

Heart shaped bouquet Valentine's Day 

This year Flora2000 has put together a special range to address the ever increasing online gifting demands during Valentine’s Day. Traditional Valentine’s gifts include flowers and candy. Send Valentine’s day flowers online. Flowers, particularly red roses are considered the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day as they symbolize beauty and love. The special range features bouquets and arrangements made from the freshest and choicest flowers. Apart from floral ensembles the Valentine’s range features gourmet hampers, special Valentine’s Day hampers, spa hampers, chocolates, cakes and accessories. The Valentine range has been thoughtfully put together to warm the hearts of the one you love.

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Carnation – January Birth Flower

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Flora2000

A wild Pink nestled in a garden bed,
A rich Carnation flourished high above her,
One day he chanced to see her pretty head
And leaned and looked again, and grew to love her.

–Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Though the cold and chilly season seems like an unlikely time for Flowers to bloom, nature has formulated flowers which love the extreme weather. The flower associated with the month of January is Carnation. There are various different stories and theories on how the carnation got its name. One of the theories suggests that the carnation was named after coronation ceremonies as in Greece, carnations were used in art and decor and to make ceremonial crowns and flower garlands.

Pink CarnationOriginally called Dianthus by the Greek botanist Theophrastus, it is believed that Carnations were first cultivated in and around Egypt. There is evidence that they have been cultivated for nearly 2,000 years. They also happen to be the favorite flower of Jove, the Roman king of the gods.

The January birth flower, Carnations are said to symbolize deep love, love of self, fascination and distinction.Carnations are found in many colors that convey different meanings. Specific colors carry significance, but all carnations are a potent spiritual medium. Pink Carnations are usually associated with affection, while red carnations symbolize passionate love. White carnations convey pure love and innocence whereas yellow carnations mean rejection or disappointed. Purple carnations, one of the prettiest carnations symbolize capriciousness.

All across the globe people send birth month flowers as gifts to their loved ones to celebrate special occasion or events. Carnations are popularly used to celebrate the birth of a child. They are also extensively used at weddings and are used in wedding bouquets and other floral arrangements. On May 10, 1908, carnations were established as the official flower of Mother’s Day by Anna Marie Jarvis. She started the tradition of wearing a carnation because it was her mother’s favorite flower. They were also given this honor as it was felt that the white variety symbolizes all the virtues of motherhood.  It is still a common practice on Mother’s Day for people to wear a white carnation in honor of a deceased mother or a colored carnation to honor a living mother.

Carnations can be broken down into three types: Large flowered, which have one flower per stem, Mini Carnations, with many small blooms and Dwarf, which have several flowers per stem. In all cases, the flowers last a long time.Distinguished by layers of petals in a variety of hues, the carnation looks beautiful and elegant, and is a perfect gift for any occasion. If you are looking to gift your loved ones something vibrant and spirited then send them a bouquet of beautifully bundled carnations, it will surely brighten up their lives and bring a big smile to their faces.

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GIFTING TRENDS 2012

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Flora2000

There’s no doubt about it, technology is forever evolving and every season online retailing seems to develop a new flavor. In the year gone by, Social Gifting was the buzz word in e-commerce and consumers on social media sites individually, or in groups, purchased gifts (e-gifts) for their friends and family.

E-GiftingAs the upcoming star of e-commerce industry, Facebook allowed users to send paid-for, discounted or free gift cards to friends via applications from gifting companies. Social applications allowed Facebook users to buy gift cards that could be stored on handheld devices. Such apps are essentially an amalgamation of the most contemporary trends, i.e. social networking, online gifting and mobile shopping.

A major benefit associated with social gifting is that when e-gift recipients log onto the site or walk into a store to reclaim their gift, they are highly likely to purchase something more. Retailers are also realizing that social gifting gives them the chance to engage targeted shoppers by paying peanuts as compared to conventional advertising methods.

Consumers have grown used to spectacular discounting throughout the entire holiday season, year after year. Another trend that reached all-time highs this year was the ‘self-gifting’ trend.

 Self Gifting

The holidays drive people into shopping malls. The weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas is the peak shopping season. As more shoppers eagerly anticipate holiday-season deals, they have more reason to delay purchases for themselves that they would have otherwise made earlier in the fall, or perhaps even summer. It’s a well-known fact that browsing leads to buying, and the more time shoppers spend in a store, the more money they end up spending. Holiday shopping is physically and emotionally stressful and takes its toll on shoppers hence shoppers make impulse and self-reward purchases when they’re holiday shopping.

Cashing in on the trend retailers bulk up inventories and add tempting special products. The malls are decked with gifts and accessories, party clothes, decorations, and electronics.

Holiday shoppers are always looking to find high quality gifts that can be given to both family and friends. Gift baskets and hampers seem to have been the preferred choice of both women and men this year. These hampers and baskets which are crafted specially keeping the holiday season in mind usually have a little something for everyone in the family, from-gourmet cheese and crackers to delectable chocolate and mints. They also have something special for the wine connoisseur of the family and offer a selection of fine wines.

Gourmet Hampers from Flora2000

Whether you began your holiday shopping post summer holidays or waited until the last minute, whether you enjoyed the festive fun of shopping in a crowded store or the solitude of shopping online, this year’s gifting trends weren’t about spending a lot of money. Instead, being clever and creative with gift selection for your loved ones was the norm that most consumers followed.

If you are still looking to buy gifts for your loved ones then take advantage of this year’s gifting trends and you’ll end up with thoughtful and practical gifts that are much appreciated by your family and friends.

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CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS IN SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Flora2000

Christmas celebrations in the Southern Hemisphere are much different then the celebrations that take place in the Northern Hemisphere. The heat of early summer has an impact on the way people south of the equator celebrate Christmas. In the Southern Hemisphere, the holidays fall when the days are warmest and longest.

While countries in North America and Europe typically use fir trees, warm weather countries and island nations often turn palm trees into Christmas trees, decorating them with lights and island flora and fauna. Australians have a tradition of decorating native bushes with red flowered leaves, while people in the southernmost part of Africa decorate palm trees. When Europeans first arrived in Australia they were delighted that they could pick wild flowers resembling bells and bright green foliage covered in red and white flowers to use as Christmas decorations. This was a huge contrast to the bare trees and dormant gardens they had left behind in Europe.

 

Although many decorating traditions are shared universally, some are distinctive to certain countries. In Mexico for example, local artisans create highly decorative papier-mâché piñatas made especially for the Christmas season. These works of folk art are ultimately smashed by eager children who want to get at the toys and candy hidden inside.

Families around the world cherish their handcrafted Christmas decorations, whether homemade and passed down from generation to generation, or purchased from a skilled artisan’s workshop. Christmas trees in China and Japan are adorned with handmade paper chains, flowers and lanterns. In Japan, handcrafted origami swans float from the branches of traditional Japanese holiday trees.

Many people in the southern hemisphere, particularly Australians, spend Christmas outdoors by heading to beaches or camping grounds. It has almost become a tradition for International visitors who are in Sydney to visit Bondi beach on Christmas. It is estimated that close to 40,000 people visit the beach on Christmas day.

In former colonies like Australia and New Zealand, the British cultural legacy is still strong. Many people stick to traditional English Christmas foods, including roasted meats and puddings with brandy while others embrace the season and serve an outdoor seafood feast that includes prawns and oysters. A dessert called Pavlova which has a crisp meringue crust and a topping of whipped cream and summer fruits like strawberries, kiwi or passion fruit is one of the most distinctly Australian/New Zealand Christmas dish.

 

The southern half of Africa, unlike the northern, has majority of Christians. South Africans love a good barbecue any time of the year, and Christmas is no exception. In Mozambique the Portuguese influence is present in Christmas foods like chicken with piri piri sauce and filhos de natal (Christmas fritters). 

 

Though the weather conditions during the Southern Hemisphere Christmas celebrations are in sharp contrast to the icy winter weather underlying European Christmas ceremonies, the spirit of Christmas and the joy and excitement amongst people is very much the same.

Merry Christmas!!

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IT’S THE SEASON TO SPREAD JOY

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Flora2000

Christmas is the season to be jolly and spread joy amidst your near and dear ones. One of the most celebrated holidays in the world, Christmas is a time characterized with merriment, gifting and decorating households with floral arrangements. People beautify their homes with vibrant floral decorations and wreaths which give the interiors a whole new look and feel. It is also a time when Christmas trees are erected and stunning centerpieces adorn the dinner tables to mark the occasion.

There are many ways to celebrate Christmas and people in different countries blend their cultural traditions with more universal Christmas celebrations. People decorate their houses and make figurines depicting the scenes of Jesus’ Birth in the bible.

Families host lavish lunches and get to-gethers and hence Christmas is the perfect occasion for giving presents to relatives, colleagues at work place, superiors and subordinates and near and dear ones. Amongst other things, gifting holds a special significance on this day.

If you are on a quest to find something perfect to surprise your special someone with this Christmas, then luxury items such as jewelry, handbags and sunglasses are good options to choose from. Luxury gifts are precious, much like the people you gift them to. The Holiday season is the perfect time to delight those closest to you with such gifts.

Gifts such as spa hampers, chocolate hampers, wine hampers skin and hair care products and other such beauty products make for meaningful and useful gifts to send to your mother, sisters and aunts.

If you are looking for heartwarming Christmas presents to send across to your near and dear ones abroad, you can gift them centerpieces for Christmas tables, enticing cakes or delectable hampers featuring assorted goodies such as chocolates, cookies, wine and other such savory food items.

The holiday season is for gifting and whether you’re staying in UK, Germany, Canada, North America, Australia or any part of the world, you can easily send across Christmas cheer and warm wishes through online gifting, along with loads of love and affection.

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CYBER MONDAY- Shop Till You Drop, Within The Comfort Of Your Home.

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Flora2000

The term Cyber Monday refers to the Monday immediately following Black Friday. It is believed to be the ceremonial kick-off of the holiday online shopping season in the United States between Thanksgiving Day and Christmas. While Black Friday is associated with traditional brick-and-mortar stores, “Cyber Monday” symbolizes a busy day for online retailers.

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Cyber Monday was started in 2005 by Shop.org as a gimmick to get people to shop online the Monday after the Thanksgiving weekend. The name has stuck and become a tradition that has spanned the globe. It has evolved into a significant marketing event for online retailers. The whole concept behind Cyber Monday is that consumers will return to their offices after the Black Friday weekend and make purchases online that they were not able to make in stores.

For those who hate the long queues on Black Friday, the deals and discounts offered on Cyber Monday are perfect! There is no mad rush, no elbow throwing, no waiting outside in the cold, and most importantly – no leaving the comfort of home or offices! While Black Friday has always been the most well-known amongst the in-store shoppers, Cyber Monday is now extremely popular with the online shoppers.

If you plan to shop from a particular online retailer, be sure to sign up for their e-newsletter a few weeks before the sales begin. It’s a good way to stay abreast of special deals and promotions, and a great way to score special subscriber-only coupons. It is thought that a large percentage of the shopping on this day is done during work hours. Keeping this in mind, several retailers offer additional lunchtime discounts to their customers.

Cyber Monday is a great time to shop early for Christmas and New Years and find something for everyone on your gift list. Christmas is a time for decorating households with Christmas centerpieces, wreaths and fresh flowers. People beautify their homes with vibrant floral decorations and arrangements which give the interiors a whole new look and feel. Cyber Monday gives you the perfect opportunity to add a whiff of fresh air to the Christmas merriment by sending spirited ensembles and vibrant bouquets to your loved ones in advance.

You can also choose and send stunning centerpieces, delectable hampers featuring assorted goodies, enticing chocolates, delicious cakes and other such exquisite gifts and begin the season of gifting and spreading joy on a high note.

The annual frenzy of online holiday shopping has nearly arrived. In 2012, Cyber Monday falls on 26th November whereas next year in 2013 it will fall on 2nd December.

At Flora2000, we are launching the biggest sale of the year this Cyber Monday.  Avail flat 35% off our entire collection and find something for everyone on your gift list by taking advantage of the biggest sale of the year. This offer is valid only on 26th November. Begin the holiday shopping season with a bang and shop early for Christmas and New Years. Choose and send stylish ensembles from our chic range.

Many other countries, including Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom also now have their own version of Cyber Monday.

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CHRYSANTHEMUM – The November Birth Flower

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Flora2000

With a history that dates back to 15th century B.C., chrysanthemum mythology is filled with a multitude of stories and symbolism.

Daisy-like with a typically yellow center and a decorative pompon, chrysanthemums symbolize optimism and joy. They’re the November birth flower, the official flower of the city of Chicago and the 13th wedding anniversary flower    

Eastern cultures regard the chrysanthemum as a celebration of life. In Japan, chrysanthemums symbolize long life and happiness and bear the honor of being The Emperor’s Symbol. There is even a national holiday celebrating this sacred flower. In China, this happy flower joins the plum, orchid, and bamboo as one of “The Four Gentlemen” and signifies longevity and a quiet life.

There are over thirty varieties of chrysanthemums, mostly in autumnal tones of red, yellow, and russet, but also in white. One of the most popular varieties is the “hardy mum”, called so because it blooms in the last dark days before winter, as harvests come to an end and winter creeps in.

Chrysanthemums flourish well both indoors as well as out, and if propagated properly, can yield a high number of plants in a short time. Chrysanthemums require bright light but cannot tolerate direct sunlight. An area near a sunny window out of the direct rays of the sun provides optimum lighting. The mums tolerate indoor temperatures, but the flowers survive longest with a temperature between 65 and 75 degrees during the day and 10 degrees cooler during the night. The cooler night temperatures allow the plant to rest and extend the blossom life.

Garden mums burst forth in brilliant fall hues when other perennials are fading fast. Combine them with pansies, ornamental cabbages and kale for a gorgeous fall display that will last well into early winter.

Some Interesting Facts about Chrysanthemums

  • Chrysanthemums were first cultivated in China as a flowering herb.
  • Chrysanthemums, often called mums, are native to Asia and northeastern Europe.
  • Yellow or white chrysanthemum flowers are boiled to make a sweet drink in some parts of Asia.
  • Chrysanthemum leaves are steamed or boiled & used as greens, especially in Chinese cuisine.
  • Chrysanthemum plants have been shown to reduce indoor air pollution by the NASA Clean Air Study.

Beautifully bundled together chrysanthemums make for lovely gifts no matter what the occasion. Send a bouquet to your loved one to express how much you value them. If you find yourself feeling blue because the days are growing shorter, bring a pot of bright chrysanthemums into the house. It will elevate your spirit and serve as the focus of your daily meditation.

Chrysanthemums in general are regarded as floral beacon of life as the days darken towards winter. This is the time to enjoy the brightness of the holidays and enjoy the blessings of joyful times.

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THE MARIGOLD – First Amongst Equals

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Flora2000

The most common name for the October birth flower, Marigold is ‘Pot Marigold’, which refers to ‘Virgin Mary’. This sun-like flower also has many different local names like Holli Gold, Mary Bud, Gold Blooms and Bull’s eye.

The history and tradition surrounding the October birth flower is intriguing. It is believed that during Roman birthday celebrations family and friends offered congratulations and gifts which included flowers along with other gifts like gemstones. It is during this time that the origin of the Birth Flowers like Marigold came into being. Marigold is often worn on many significant occasions. The Marigold is often used to celebrate holidays like Halloween (October 31st) and Columbus Day (2nd Monday in October). It mainly signifies good luck, charm and comfort. Marigold also symbolizes sympathy and gratitude.

The people with Marigold as their birth flower are believed to be spiritual by nature. They possess good negotiation skills and hence are good leaders. They also enjoy harmony and comfort in life and are generally peaceful and sensitive by nature.

Marigolds are very popular throughout the world. It is widely found in many parts of South Asia, South East Asia, the Americas, Europe and Mexico. In South Asia it is used for Hindu rituals while in South East Asia it is used in Buddhist worship and other sacred ceremonies. In Mexico, it is used for the festival of the dead to commemorate ancestors’ spirits.

                       

Marigold is a plant categorized in the genus Tagetes, the name of an Etruscan’s God. There are approximately 50 species in the Tagetes genus including both perennial and annual types. Tagetes erecta, Tagetes patula and Tagetes tenuifolia are from the American continent, most notably Mexico. French marigolds were also found naturally growing in Africa. Tagetes erecta was brought from the African coast by a Spanish priest in the 17th century, planted and allowed to spread naturally. It was then found by a British merchant, shipped to England and called African Marigold.

Marigold is an annual herbaceous plant and mostly blooms throughout Summer season. The leaves are typically up to 18cm long and spirally arranged. The flower head color ranges from dark orange to pastel yellow. The best region to grow the Marigold plant is any sunny location which has well-drained soil. There are few other interesting facts about the Marigold such as that it does not smell sweet like most flowers, the Marigold flower petals are edible and that it is used in salads to add color.

From its resilience, outlasting most other annuals well into the fall months and thriving in even the hottest driest weather, to its intense fiery color, the beautiful marigold fills in the bare garden spots more efficiently than many other flowers. Even its name suggests how intensely this humble flower brightens landscapes. If you are looking to gift your loved ones something vibrant and spirited then send them a bouquet of beautifully bundled marigolds, it will surely brighten up their lives and bring a big smile to their faces.

 

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