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The delicate Cherokee rose was selected as the state flower of this southern state in 1916 at the urging of women’s gardening clubs. The elegant white rose is an open petal flower that grows on an evergreen climbing shrub. Introduced from China sometime in the 1700’s, the Cherokee rose has gained fame for its aggressive [...]

The Syringa, or Lewis mock orange, is aptly named. The bright white flowers of the Syringa are a cheerful presence in this bountiful state. The state legislature named the Syringa as the state flower in 1890, just months after the country joined the union, but it was not made official as the recognized state flower [...]

In the 1920s, all colors and varieties of hibiscus were selected to represent the territory of Hawaii. When Hawaii became a state in 1959, many of the state’s symbols were elected by the first state legislature to remain as the symbols of the state. This was true of the hibiscus. However, in 1988, the general [...]

In 1907, thousands of women asked the state government to name the mountain laurel as the state flower of Connecticut. There was initial resistance, but after an impressive campaign by the women, the Connecticut government named the mountain laurel the state flower. The bright colors and rich scent of the mountain laurel are distinct and [...]

In the rocky hills and mountains of Colorado, wildflowers burst forth with bright hues among the white trunks of aspen trees and the dark greens of the forests. Among these bright flowers is the state flower of Colorado, the lavender and white columbine. The columbine is an unexpected poised beauty in the rugged wilds of [...]

The state flower of Oklahoma is one we can all enjoy during the holiday season. The sprawling plains of Oklahoma are home to many kinds of plants, but mistletoe has been selected as the state flower of Oklahoma thanks to its perseverance and great beauty in a time of year that most plants are resting [...]

Beauty, grace and a hearty condition define both the people of Alabama and its state flower. The symbol flower of Alabama is the camellia with good reason. These plants are the perfect example of genteel elegance, but with a solid foundation. Situated firmly in the “Old South,” Alabama produces a citizen proud of her culture, [...]

The lovely pink flowers of the peach tree are the perfect state flower of Delaware, the Peach State. In the late 1800’s, Delaware was the nation’s largest peach grower exporting 6,000,000 baskets of peaches in 1875. The huge number of peaches grown in the state gave Delaware the nickname, the Peach State, and prompted the [...]

A beautiful state of hills and green, Arkansas is rich in culture and horticulture. Many plants simply grow easily in the lush hills of the state and the people of Arkansas enjoy the amenities of the modern day with truly timeless surroundings.
The conditions in Arkansas make it ideal for growing fruit and other forms [...]

The first state founded in the United States, the Mayflower landed on the shores of Massachusetts carrying the Pilgrims that would go on to become the country’s fore founders. It’s suspected that these same Pilgrims actually named the small white flowers they found growing in their new home when they saw the plant. It is [...]

Arizona might be best known for its deserts and open landscapes, but the natural beauty of this great land is not totally devoid of greenery and life. The dry, arid climate and sandy soil means succulents are the best options for gardens in the state, and perhaps it is for this reason that the Saguaro [...]

The bright and cheerful sunflower is the state flower of Kansas. Kansas might be most famous for being the home of Dorothy and Toto, but it is lovely in its own right. Rolling hills of farmland and open skies are native to Kansas and in the month of September, the roadsides and hills of Kansas [...]

A country still as wild and lovely today as it was centuries ago, Montana is home to those who cherish the open landscapes and enjoy the deep roots that grow in this great land. Montana might be sparsely populated in terms of other states, but the history and culture of Montana run deep. The state [...]

The most exciting, adventuresome state in the United States has chosen a state flower uniquely suited to this state of immigrants, business people, artists and world leaders. The rose is the state flower of New York. This selection of a state flower is especially fitting in many ways for the great state of New York.

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Florida

A state as well known for its citrus produce as it is for its warm weather, Florida is indeed the tropics of the United States. Surrounded by ocean on three sides, the sandy soil of southern Florida is ideal for growing citrus, most especially oranges. The orange blossom is the state flower of Florida and [...]

In a state rich with heritage and history, the magnolia blossom is an ideal symbol of showy beauty and vitality. With large flowers in shades of white or pink, the magnolia tree is a testament to the strength and showmanship of a state such as Louisiana.
Magnolia trees are just as common as any other [...]

Light and carefree, the California poppy is the ideal state flower for such as lovely state. From February to September, the bright orange and yellows of the California poppy can be found alongside highways and around every turn all areas of the state. The bright colors of the blossom and the lush green of the [...]

Alaska is known as a rugged state that produces hearty specimen and good-natured people. The country is filled with wild beauty and diverse wildlife abounds throughout the year – even during the long winter months. Alaska might be the most Northern and largest state in the United States, but that did not stop these hearty [...]

Texas, the Lonestar State, is a land full of legends and independent people. Cowboys, ranchers and oilmen have all made their mark on the land, and today it is state that holds three major cities and a huge number of residents in an even larger area. Texas has always been a proud state, and much [...]

Delicate blossoms and a rich fragrance denote the state flower of the United States. Designated in 1986, the rose has become the national flower in the US, and a rose by any other name would certainly not smell as sweet. It’s difficult to say what makes the rose such a perfect symbol of the world’s [...]