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The flower language and symbolism of campanula: representing gratitude and gentle love

Agriculture Encyclopedia By Emily Carter 0 views
2019-07-12 Source:Nongxun.net Author:Nongxun

Campanula is a herbaceous plant in the genus Campanula of the family Campanulaceae, named for its flowers that resemble small bells and sway in the wind like ringing bells. It mostly blooms in late spring and early summer, with flower colors mainly in blue-purple, pink-white and similar tones. Its plant form is delicate and distinctive, and it is often used for flower bed arrangements, courtyard accents and potted display.

In the culture of flower language, campanula is often interpreted as gratitude and gentle love. Because its flowers look like hanging little bells, people have also given it meanings such as concern from afar and gentle longing, making it suitable for expressing thanks and care to relatives and friends.

Campanula of different flower colors also differs somewhat in symbolism. Generally speaking, blue-purple varieties lean toward longing and concern, white is often regarded as a symbol of purity and thanks, and pink more often represents tenderness and romance. When giving as a gift, you can choose flexibly according to the occasion.

Besides ornamental appreciation and conveying feelings, campanula is also suitable for home growing. It likes a cool, airy environment with ample light, and dislikes high temperature and high humidity. Watering should follow the principle of watering when dry and stopping when wet. If yellowing leaves appear during care, it is mostly related to overwatering, insufficient light or unsuitable temperature. After adjusting the environment in time, it can usually gradually recover its vitality.

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