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22 de nov. de 2023 · Are you looking to add some blue flowers to your home or garden? Check out our favorite plants with blue flowers!
- Morning Glory
- Blue Anemone
- Hydrangea
- Geranium
- Clematis
- Felicia Daisy
- Bluebells
- Native Blue Lupine
- Forget-Me-Nots
- Iris
Morning glories (Ipomoea tricolor or Ipomoea indica) are blue-flowering plants in the Convolvulaceae family. As you may have guessed, this species gets its name from its early morning blooms. While some morning glories are annual plants, most are perennials. This species also includes moonflowers, a unique variety of plants that bloom at night. Wha...
The blue anemone, or Anemonoides oregana, is a member of the buttercup family. A common nickname for this blue beauty is the blue windflower. The species is native to the forests of several states in North America, including Oregon and Washington. Typically, the blue anemone flower thrives below 7,000 feet elevation. When it blooms, there are no pe...
The blue hydrangea, or Hydrangea macrophylla, is a deciduous shrub native to Japan. The flower is characterized by expansive heads of blue flowers blooming in summer. `This species grows outward in all directions, creating round bursts of bright blue blooms. Additionally, the so-called bigleaf hydrangea blooms pink in the fall. The leaves can reach...
Geraniums are a genus of various plants primarily found in mountainous areas and around the Mediterranean. The flowers have five petals and bloom in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white. Some members of the geranium genus make a great winter-hardy addition to a garden. Others are grown for pharmaceutical purposes. A few hybrid cultivars of Gerani...
Clematis is a genus of around 300 species of flowers belonging to the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. Flowers in this genus have adopted several names over the years, from traveler’s joy to vase vine and leather flower. These names reflect the characteristics of the specific flower or the location where it is grown. The name Clematis comes from the...
Felicia amelloides, or the Felicia daisy belongs to the daisy family. This is a perennial, evergreen plant grown primarily for ornamental purposes. The Felicia daisy is native to South Africa, but people began growing it in Europe in the 18th century. The flower’s colorful heads grow from long, dark green stems that can reach around 19 inches in he...
Bluebells, or Hyacinthoides non-scripta, are bulbous perennial plants. The species gets its common name from the bell-like appearance of its blooms. Bluebells have thin stems of around 20 inches that produce a series of bell-shaped flowers. Many people travel to bluebell fields in the UK and northern Spain to see this unique flower growing wild in ...
The native blue lupine, or >Lupinus, is a flowering plant genus that belongs to the Fabaceae legume family. Much like bluebells, Lupinus flowers can form a sea of blue when they grow wild in fields. The flowers are native to North and South America. However, they are cultivated in many countries for food and ornamental purposes. This plant’s blooms...
Myosotis scorpioides, or Forget-Me-Nots, are perennial flowering plants that belong to the borage family or Boraginaceae. This plant is native to Asia and Europe. However, it has spread to many countries like the United States and the UK. Forget-Me-Nots grow best in damp habitats like bogs and streams. The flowers may even form lilypad-like rafts t...
Iris flowers are part of the Iris genus, which also goes by the Siberian iris or Siberian flag. This species is native to many parts of Eastern Europe and cultivated in Central Asia. This attractive blue flower has a tall stem resembling a grass blade and typically grows two to five bright purple-blue petals. While some petals stand up, others arch...
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13 de dic. de 2023 · These beautiful blue flowers are low maintenance plants that are perfect for any setting, from rock gardens to cottage gardens and everything in between. Try growing a few today – and banish those gardening “blues” once and for all.
Learn more about more than 40 types of blue flowers, including Iris, Hydrangea, and Cornflower, with our handy guide, plus find the best types of soil and light to plant them in.
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5 de mar. de 2024 · Today, blue flowers symbolize a range of meanings and messages, depending on the species. This flexibility makes blue blossoms an ideal addition to floral gifts for a range of occasions. An association with inspiration and hope makes them a perfect choice for congratulation or achievement gifts.
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27 de sept. de 2023 · It is very rare to find types of real blue flowers growing in the wild, as many flowers that seem to be blue are shades of purple, lilac, or lavender rather than being “true blue” flowers. However, there are some types of naturally blue flowers that are stunning to look at.
29 de abr. de 2024 · Here are 20 beautiful blue flowers—with pictures to gaze upon! Many plants marketed as blue are actually closer to purple. Petunias are a prime example. True blue is a pure blue hue that isn’t shaded with black, white, or any other color.
