Flower Identification: Lily-of-the-Valley
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Botanical:
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Convallaria |
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Symbolizes: |
Sweetness; Tears of the Virgin Mary; Return to happiness; Humility; You've made my life complete |
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Availability/Seasonality: |
Year-round. Peak supplies October - May. |
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Purchasing Tips: |
Stems should have 3 or 4 open "bells" near the base and puffy, colorful buds up to the spike. The terminal "bell" should have lost its deep green color. |
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Conditioning: |
Recut underwater -
Preservative Wrap bunches in heavy, waxed paper. Leave tops and bottoms open to prevent damage in the cooler. |