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Ways to Speak your Partner’s Love Language During The Most Romantic Month of the Year

Romance Awareness Month is a time dedicated to celebrating and nurturing the beautiful bonds we share with our partners. There is no denying that love is a language of its own. And, in the midst of this romantic month, we are reminded of the threads that weave a relationship. From affection and understanding, to the unwavering desire to connect on the deepest level, love is a dialect between hearts. 

Russian Flora welcomes you to the art of understanding and speaking your partner’s love language. In this blog, we will discover more about love languages and how to celebrate your loved one this romantic month.

Romantic Month. Couple in love at sunset

The Secret Life of Flowers: What Does a Sunflower Symbolize

What does a sunflower symbolize? I’ve always hoped that I wasn’t the only one whose mind wandered to the scene in Shrek, where he gives Donkey the ‘ogres are like onions’ analogy in the middle of a sunflower field. Not only an iconic moment in movie history but also the first time I recognized a sunflower as, well, a flower (go easy, I was six). I also remember it being my mom’s favorite flower for many years. Which consequently turned into her obsession with giving my sister and I, you guessed it, sunflower seeds as a snack. 

I still enjoy sunflower seeds in my adult life, but maybe because I’m no longer receiving bowls of it every other day. Harvesting sunflower seeds is actually way easier than I thought, and I’m excited to share the news with anyone who will listen. Of course, before we bear fruit (seeds) from this god-like flower, we should know where it comes from. Read below as I tell you all I’ve learned about sunflowers and how to harvest and roast your own sunflower seeds.

What Does a Sunflower Symbolize: A field of beautiful sunflowers

Grandma’s Flower Garden: Flowers Your Grandparents Will Cherish This Grandparent’s Day

In my younger years, I would often spend weeks upon weeks at my grandparent’s house, anticipating homemade donuts, shopping mall outings, and, to my mom’s dismay, gaining in-depth knowledge about my grandfather’s tobacco pipe (for the record, I never smoked it!) To me, my grandparents are the 8th wonder of the world, and just like you would a flower, they nurtured me into the kind, loving, and slightly neurotic, adult I am today. 


To be honest, Grandparents Day does ring a bell, but I’ve never really known much about it, let alone celebrated it. But, considering how much I adore my grandparents, I’m definitely glad I did some digging. If you’ve clicked on this article, I’m sure you feel the same about your golden oldies. Read below as I tell you more about Grandparents Day and how you can celebrate with flowers with the help of Russian Flora.

Grandparents Day Flowers: happy senior couple with bunch of flowers at home

Switzerland’s National Treasure: The Edelweiss Flower

How do you test whether or not someone experienced a period in their life where they obsessively watched The Sound of Music? Simple. You break into the ‘Edelweiss’ song and see if they join in. Besides being a tune that gets stuck in my head at least once a year (mainly because Christopher Plummer was a dreamy hunk with a great voice), the Edelweiss flower is also the iconic image and national flower of Switzerland.

Thanks to the power of folktales and just enough science, this flower overshadowed many of its mountainous contendents, gaining cult status in the mid-19th century. As it adorns Swiss airlines, coins, and even the Swiss tourism office, it remains an important symbol of Swiss culture. But how did this come to be? Although there is a strong association with the Alps, plot twist, Edelweiss actually originates from the Himalayas and Siberia. Read below to learn how this fluffy flower became Switzerland’s national treasure and when and why you should send Edelweiss to your special someone with Russian Flora

Close up of the Edelweiss flower

National Earth 2023: Eco-friendly ways to Celebrate Earth Day

April 22 is Earth Day and we are celebrating by appreciating our planet’s natural gift to us – flowers! Flowers are a symbol of life and renewal which make them a powerful reminder of our connection to nature. While enjoying the beauty of a flower, we can celebrate Earth day and remember the responsibility we each have to protect our planet.

Celebrating Earth Day is about remembering that every small act can make a big difference for our future. In honor of the earth, we invite you to make your own meaningful changes for the planet. Scroll below to discover eco-friendly ways to celebrate Earth Day!

celebrate earth day. person holding the earth

Celebrate Women: 7 Women doing Amazing things in the World Today

Despite the popular phrase, “money makes the world go ‘round” – we’d like to attest and state that it is in fact, women who make the world go round. And, while you can survive without copious amounts of cash, it’s impossible to replace the love and guidance of the women that have shaped us. Women hold a tremendous capacity for love, so it’s only right that we celebrate women this March. So, go ahead and give her her flowers

In honor of International Women’s Day and Mothering Sunday, we are commemorating the immeasurable impact that women make on society. From artists, and CEOs, to mothers, change-makers and entrepreneurs. This time of year gives us the opportunity to celebrate women for all that they are. 

Celebrate women: Women with their hands together in a circle.

The Secret Life of Flowers: Red Rose Symbolism

“Roses are red, violets are blue, these perfect flowers are from my heart, to you!” There are few things in life as simple and significant as flowers. Not only are they beautiful, but they also carry a deep wisdom and historical significance. It has been used to convey feelings of affection, sorrow and remorse for thousands of years. In celebration of the month of love, we want to take a closer look at one of the most romantic flowers in the world – the red rose. 

Oozing deep passion and velvet affection, this flower might just be the lucky ticket into your crush’s heart. But before you hit the “deliver” button, let’s highlight red rose symbolism. The red rose is a symbol of love and passion, making it the most popular flower for romantic occasions. In this blog post, we will delve into red rose symbolism and explore its history and cultural significance. 

Red rose symbolism: a bunch of roses wrapped in red ribbon

New Year Flower Arrangements: Flowers That Symbolize A New Year

As the New Year approaches, many of us are looking for ways to celebrate and reflect on the past year while also setting positive intentions for the future. One creative way to do this is by incorporating new year flower arrangements into your New Year traditions and decorations. Flowers can serve as powerful symbols of renewal, hope, and growth. Some common flowers and their meanings include red roses for love, white lilies for purity, and yellow daisies for happiness. 

As we embrace a new beginning, flowers and their meanings can serve as a reminder of the beauty and promise that lies ahead. Whether you choose to display them in your home, give them as gifts, or simply take a moment to appreciate their beauty, we want to let you know how flowers can be a meaningful and uplifting addition to your New Year’s celebrations. 

new year flower arrangements spring flowers held by man.

Secret Life of December Flowers: Holly and Narcissus

Okay, friends! It’s time to investigate the secret life of December flowers together! As a plant mom myself, I understand the value of communicating with the plant world. Although you could tag me as a delusional flower-child for quite literally talking to my indoor plant babies, we are not here to discuss my metaphysical beliefs on the energy exchange between humans and nature. Instead, we’ll explore the language of flowers. Similarly, as gifts, flowers speak a language of their own, and every flower hosts a series of symbolism, metaphors, and meanings. Today we’ll take a deep dive into the secret life of the December flowers: Holly and Narcissus. 

Holly and Narcissus are two different flowers, each with their own meanings but always thriving during December. Whether you’re celebrating your own birthday or giving a gift to a loved one, including a holly or narcissus flower in a birthday bouquet is a sure way to make for a meaningful gift. And, if you know someone who is expecting this month, you can mark the occasion by sending them some newborn baby flowers with holly and narcissus! Find out more about this unique flower below.

December flowers on white wood table.

Spooky Life of Flowers: The Exotic Anthurium

From the corpse flowers that grow generously as they hover ten feet above their flora cousins to the watermeal that thrives and blossoms despite being the size of a mere grain of rice, flowers are both mysterious and beautiful companions that make life and love interesting. To the naked eye, flowers are simply the harvest of seeds, but in reality, they are as complex and unique as us humans – Only more colorful. Today we’re diving into the life of one of our favorite exotic spooky flowers: Anthurium!

Ever heard of Anthurium? Yeah, me neither. At least not before delving into this blog. However, I am certain that at least three-quarters of us have seen and touched a type of Anthurium. Also known as flamingo flowers (yes, it does kind of look like the animal), anthuriums are popular leather-textured house plants that come in a wide variety of colors. They make for great gifts, have a few legends centered around them, and are pretty easy to take care of.

Keen on finding out more about these spooky but gorgeous plants? Keep scrolling.

Pink anthuriums - spooky flowers
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