Friday, August 05, 2005

Freesia


Ahhhhh, the sweet fragrance of Freesia. The Freesia was named after Dr Friedrich Heinrich Theodor Freese, a German physician and student of South African plants. Famous for their lovely fragrance the Freesia is available in a wide range of colors, including yellow, pink, red and white. For even more fragrance, choose the pink and red varieties. Their curved spikes feature trumpet shaped flowers on one side of the stem. Freesias usually last 7-10 days. They can be used in traditional to modern floral designs. Folklore definitions say that Freesia represents Trust and Innocence. Because of their unique shape and fragrance they are popular in wedding floral as well. Fill your room with Fragrance with Freesia!

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