THE LILY, THE POLLEN AND THE BEE

THE LILY, THE POLLEN AND THE BEE

Flowers, bees and tips to prevent or remove pollen stains You must have learned it at school, what pollen is and what it does. But if you don’t remember exactly, we’ll refresh your memory here. And what better way to do that than with the lily? Pollen of...
Grow your own lilies

Grow your own lilies

Now that the wheater is nice and we are more often outside in the garden, it’s nice if the garden looks beautiful. Of course that’s possible with a nice container of potted lilies, which then quickly give color. But did you know that potted lilies are also sold...
Fragrant or odorless

Fragrant or odorless

How do I know which lily will smell and which will not? Many people have a specific preference for fragrant lilies or for odorless ones. In the store, the lilies are often still in bud and do not smell yet. But how do you know which one will smell and which will not....
Warmth and coziness

Warmth and coziness

Now that it’s quite cold outside, we’re looking for the warmth and cosiness of our house. A beautiful potted lily will give extra cosiness with its colorful flowers. They come in many colors, so that there is always one that fits the style of your living...
The lily is full of symbolism

The lily is full of symbolism

Much flower symbolism comes from the Far East, one of the natural habitats of the lily. In China, the lily has even become a highly elevated flower full of happiness. A Chinese proverb says, “If you have two loaves, sell one and buy a lily.” It means that...