Geum rivale 'Leonard's Variety' (Water Avens)
£5.50This is a very floriferous water avens with pendant, pink to coppery orange flowers which are slight... [full details]
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Proceed To CheckoutA reliable and compact hardy Chrysanthemum which doesn't require staking. Covered in lovely double white flowers from late September to late November. This variety is not often seen in the UK.
Height and Spread: 60cm x 45cm
The Chrysanthemum has it's origins in China and is mentioned by Confucius in 500bc. It was introduced to Japan in about AD386 where it was bred from and it became the national emblem towards the end of the 8th century, when the Order of the Chrysanthemum was the highest award that the state could bestow on any citizen. In the East the Chrysanthemum is seen as a symbol of purity and long life.
Myth and Legend
Chrysanthemums are known known as Christ's flower, because they came into bloom on the morning of his birth.
The flower is said to protect the wearer against the wrath of the gods. Having it growing in your garden will ward off evil spirits.
For some, it is considered unlucky to have Chrysanthemums in the house. This is doubtless because they are a funeral favourite in some areas of Europe. In Italy, giving Chrysanthemums is the equivalent of saying "I wish you were dead".
Common name(s): Mums
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