Freesia

• General Description:
  • Fragrant, funnel‑shaped blooms on arching stems; commonly used in bouquets.
• Sunlight:
  • Prefers full sun to partial sun.
• Watering:
  • Keep soil moderately moist during growth; allow to dry slightly between waterings once blooming.
• Pet Safety:
  • Generally considered non‑toxic to pets.

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Gerbera Daisies

• General Description:
  • Bright, large daisy-like flowers in vivid colors.
• Sunlight:
  • Needs bright, indirect light or morning sun with afternoon shade.
• Watering:
  • Water when the top inch of soil is dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
• Pet Safety:
  • Non‑toxic to cats and dogs.

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Orchids (common household types like Phalaenopsis)

• General Description:
  • Elegant flowering plants with long-lasting blooms.
• Sunlight:
  • Thrive in bright, indirect light.
• Watering:
  • Water weekly or when the potting medium is nearly dry; avoid standing water.
• Pet Safety:
  • Non‑toxic to pets.

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Roses

• General Description:
  • Classic flowering shrubs with layered petals; wide range of colors and varieties.
• Sunlight:
  • Require full sun (at least 6 hours/day).
• Watering:
  • Deep watering 1–2 times per week, depending on heat and soil.
• Pet Safety:
  • Pet-safe, but thorns can pose a physical hazard.

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Snapdragons

• General Description:
  • Tall spikes of colorful blooms that “snap” when squeezed.
• Sunlight:
  • Prefer full sun, though tolerate partial shade.
• Watering:
  • Keep soil evenly moist, especially in warm weather.
• Pet Safety:
  • Non‑toxic to pets.

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Sunflowers

• General Description:
  • Large, iconic blooms that follow the sun; grown as ornamentals or for seeds.
• Sunlight:
  • Need full sun (the more the better).
• Watering:
  • Water deeply but infrequently; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
• Pet Safety:
  • Safe for pets; sunflower seeds are also non-toxic.

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