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Victorian Garden Plants

Victorian Garden Plants
The range of plants beloved by the Victorians is too large to sum up in one article, but the Victorians did have their favourites. It is important to keep in mind that exotics were wildly popular during this Victorian era of colonization, and Victorian gardeners took great pains with them - many private and public Victorian conservatories came into being in order to cultivate these "hot house" plants. Nevertheless, when considering popular shrubs for your own Victorian garden, consider: Azalea, Holly, Hydrangea, Rose, Lilac, Forsythia, Andromeda, Barberry, Peony and Quince. Prized vines might include: Clematis, Ivy, Wisteria, Morning Glory and Honeysuckle.

Victorian Commonly Planted
Commonly planted perennials and annuals include: Delphinium, Aster, Alyssum, Chrysanthemum, Tulip, Pansy, Violet, Lavender, Daylily, Hosta and Yarrow.

Victorian Garden Pastime
Fern-collecting was a popular pastime for botanical enthusiasts in the Victorian era, and flowers were known to have their own special meanings. A bouquet of pansies indicated thoughtfulness. Lilies meant purity, which is why many a Victorian bride walked down the aisle with them. Likewise, myrtle signified love and marriage; morning glories given meant affection.

Victorian Gifts
Victorians loved flowers so plant plenty of varieties that may be cut for bouquets to bring inside for the vase or to give as gifts.

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