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The
Anemone has many names in different parts of
the country. It is sometimes called a windflower,
sometimes a poppy, and also a lily of the field. The
Anemone was first discovered in China in the early
1900's by Italian explorers who brought the flower back with
them because they were so impressed with its texture and regal
coloration. In Italy these flowers were made into a crown
and worn by the bride at weddings.
The
Anemone's vibrant purple, red, pink, blue and
white flowers often come with a contrasting center. They
stand on a long, bending stem which makes it
useful in incorporating the flower into hair ornaments.
The
average Anemone will keep for a week. It has
no scent. A word of caution: do not mix it with Narcissus;
the Anemone is sensitive to the gasses emitted from Narcissus'
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