The poppy has a long association with Remembrance Day. But how did the distinctive red flower become such a potent symbol of our remembrance of the sacrifices made in past wars? Scarlet corn ...

With their beautiful showy red and white blooms ... However, it won't flower until after its dormant phase. The growth helps the bulb to store energy for future blooms and is part of its life ...

The gardening expert said: "Believe it or not, the flower most commonly associated with Valentine's Day has quite the opposite connotation. "Roses in the darkest shade of red might seem sultry ...