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The wide assortment of floral beauty in Canada is incomparable with stretches of flowers from the Pacific to the Atlantic and from the broad reaches of the Arctic to the temperate zone. Each province and territory in Canada has their individual official floral emblems. The delightful profusion of flowers found in Canada are--
- British Columbia: Pacific Dogwood (Cornus nuttallii)
- Alberta: Wild Rose (Rosa acicularis)
- Saskatchewan: Western Red Lily (Lillium philadelphicum
- Manitoba: Prairie Crocus (Anemone patens)
- Ontario: White Trillium (Trilliium grandiflorum)
- Quebec: Blue Flag (Iris versicolor Linné)
- New Brunswick: Purple Voilet (Viola cucullata)
- Nova Scotia: Mayflower (Epigaea repens)
- Prince Edward Island: Lady's Slipper (Cypripedium acaule)
- Newfoundland and Labrador: Pitcher Plant (Sarracenia purpurea)
- Yukon Territory: Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium)
- Northwest Territory: Mountain Avens (Dryas integrifolia)
- Nunavut Territory: Purple Saxifraga (Saxifraga oppositifolia)
Each flower expresses a unique sentiment with their charm and beauty. Flowers are a visual delight that caress the senses and whisper a thousand sweet nothings.
"There is rosemary, that's for remembrance; and there is pansies, that's for thoughts"----William Shakespeare
From the wild rose, mayflower, purple violet to the Mountain Avens, and Purple Saxifraga, each of these exotic blossoms convey a silent message which only the heart is able to comprehend. A plethora of sentiments and emotions expressed through flowers varies from happiness, love, remembrance, friendship, gratitude, beauty and more. The beauty and fragrance of flowers have the power to enrich our souls and give greater meaning and color to our lives. Canada has a temperate climate and the wide range of winter flowers further enhances the beauty of the country. Romantic couples gifting flowers to each other against the cold winter background of Canada offers a perfect romantic spectacle.
Christian weddings in Canada with flower decked churches and the bride holding her bridal bouquet is a picture of a perfect romantic dream. The romantic ambience is further highlighted with delightful blossoms everywhere.
Christmas is another occasion where flowers are extensively used to decorate the homes. The spirit and joy of this auspicious occasion is further complemented by the beauty and loveliness of the flowers
This article provides information on the flowers found in Canada. For more on flowers, visit- www.mydearvalentine.com
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