Welcome to our Flower Library. In these pages you will find over 134 of the most common florist flowers and foliages used in floral design. We have pictured and detailed the common and botanical names of each flower along with it's seasonal availability and colors. You may search for a flower by name or by image. For each flower we have detailed the care and conditioning methods, storage temperatures, design notes and problems specific to each flower. Also included in these pages are interesting facts about each flower including the country or region of origin, how the flower came to named, and historical notes about the flower.
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Long, narrow leaves, 8 to 18 inches in length and less than an inch wide that resemble blades of grass. The leaves have a smooth texture and a slightly leathery feel. They are flexible and bend easily, giving the foliage a graceful and flowing appearance.
Delicate cup shaped, multi-petaled blossoms opening into a rose-like bloom. Five or more blooms to the stem.
Lotus pods have a distinctive appearance, characterized by a cluster of small holes or chambers arranged in a circular or oval pattern.
The flowers of Magnolia are notably large, often reaching up to 12 inches in diameter. They have a distinctive cup-shaped or saucer-shaped form with broad, waxy petals. The leaves are large and leathery, typically ranging from 5 to 10 inches in length. They are oblong-elliptic or ovate in shape, with smooth edges and a pointed tip.
A delicate and graceful fern known for its distinctive, fan-shaped fronds and fine, lacy foliage.
Manzanita are coveted for their twisted, gnarled branches. The bark is smooth, and reddish-brown. The leaves are small, leathery, and elliptical or lanceolate in shape, with smooth edges.
There are over 50 different species of Marigolds. The blossoms can vary in size, from small, delicate flowers to larger, pom-pom-like blooms. The flower’s petals are often ruffled or layered, giving it a textured, full appearance.
The foliage typically consists of opposite, toothed leaves that are arranged in pairs along square-shaped stems, which are often hairy.
Large showy blossoms consisting of several waxy petals that form an elegant and slightly ruffled shape. At the heart of the blossom, a prominent lip, or labellum.
Tall spiked cluster of hooded florets. Deep blue to light blue are the most common colors. Also white and cream colors.
Large, broad leaves that can grow up to 2 feet long or more. The leaves are deeply lobed with distinct splits and holes, giving them a unique and striking appearance. As the leaves mature, they often develop more splits and fenestrations.
Spikes of dense tiny urn-shaped flowers resembling bunches of grapes. This the reason for the common name grape hyacinth.
Small, glossy, and oval-shaped leaves with a leathery texture. The leaves grow densely along the woody branches, creating a lush and full appearance.
Small elongated and lance-shaped leaves, 2 to 4 inches in length. The foliage is dense and has a smooth and glossy texture. The density gives the foliage a lush and full appearance.
Multiple slender, cane-like stems with leaves that are compound and fern-like with an airy texture. Individual leaflets are lance-shaped with pointed tips, arranged symmetrically along the stem. New foliage emerges in shades of bronze or pinkish-red, matures to lush green, and transitions to brilliant red, orange, or burgundy in the fall and winter. In the autumn, loose clusters of bright red berries appear and last through the winter.
Large exotic looking umbels of trumpet shaped flowers adorned with wavy-edged petals and elegantly protruding stamens. The stems are long (18 to 22 inches), slender and foliage free.
The Nigella blossom consists of several layers of delicate, thread-like foliage surrounding the flower head, giving it a mist-like appearance. The flower itself is relatively small, typically around 1 inch in diameter.
The leaves of the Ninebark shrub are typically lobed and can resemble those of a maple tree. They are usually 1.5 to 3 inches long and 1 to 2 inches wide, with serrated edges. The leaves have a somewhat rough texture due to the fine hairs on the surface.
Olive leaves are oblong in shape, with a pointed tip and a tapered base. The leaves have a smooth texture on the upper surface, while the underside may be slightly fuzzy or hairy. The branches grow in a twisted gnarled pattern. The leaves vary in size, from around 1 to 3 inches in length and about half as wide.