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The Ten Most Lovely Beautiful Buildings in the World
 
The Ten Most Lovely Beautiful Buildings in the World
Bongsong · 10 months ago
As much as I love "top ten" lists, and enjoy creating them; I realize that virtually no one is likely to totally agree with my choices, nor the order in which I have listed them. My choices are unavoidably subjective to some degree, but I like to think they are also both knowledgeable and reflective of at least a modicum of good taste. In listing the ten most beautiful buildings in the world, I have screened out those structures which, though once quite beautiful (such as the Parthenon in Athens), but which now lie in ruins. I've also not considered architectural/engineering structures, build entirely for show (such as the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty, or St. Louis' Gateway Arch. Beyond that, I've also not considered buildings that, while they may be architecturally daring, perhaps even pointing the way toward the future in architecture, are at this point problematical, and in some cases even downright ugly (here I'm not going to cite examples). The buildings I've selected, without exception, serve a purpose. They were built to house human activities. Only two are more than a hundred years old. If that shows a bias for the contemporary over the classical, then so be it. The same applies to the fact that two of my choices are works by the same architect. I've already written about several of the buildings listed so I've created links to them so as not to be redundant. I'm hoping some of my choices may be surprising, thus bringing to light some very beautiful creations which thus far may have slipped beneath the architectural radar (so to speak). By the same token, I've no doubt left out some excellent possibilities with which the reader may take issue. If so, by all means make your feelings known in the comments section at the bottom.
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Bongsong · 10 months ago
Part of the genus Lilium, true lilies produce striking flowers in a huge range of colors. Their long vase life and dramatic blooms—think bright spots, ruffled petals, and elegant curves—have made them some of the most popular cut flowers in the world.
Texas Bluebonnet Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Plant this fragrant, winter-hardy annual en masse to cut a dramatic swath through your garden. It reseeds vigorously, so you can look forward to new blooms every spring. If you're in search of cool hues, check out the Lady Bird Johnson Royal Blue bluebonnet, a violet-blue overachiever named after the former first lady who advocated for the spread of wildflowers along Texas roadways.
Red Yucca Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Red yucca (Hesperaloe parviflora), also known as hummingbird yucca, is actually a member of the century plant, or agave Americana, family. Its bright red tubular flowers keep on blooming even in summer's hottest months, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.
Red Feathers Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
A wildflower that thrives even in dry conditions, red feathers (Echium amoenum) have fringed 12- to 15-inch flower spikes in a beautiful raspberry-crimson color, Fradkin says. Pinch off spent blossoms to keep them blooming, but hold off late in the growing season to encourage reseeding.
Ornamental Tobacco Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Also known as woodland tobacco,  Nicotiana sylvestris has a floral scent that is reminiscent of jasmine. Southern gardeners love its pendant clusters of trumpet-shaped white flowers, which resemble shooting stars and bloom from early through mid-fall.
Disco Belle Pink Hibiscus Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
This tropical perennial produces big, pink blooms with stunning red eyes from July to September. "The flowers are humongous," says Dawn Fradkin, a horticulturist with Colorado State University Extension in Arapahoe County, where intense sunlight and clay soils can be a challenge for gardeners. "They're just striking for our area and our environment," she says.
Globe Thistle Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Globe thistle (Echinops) produces ball-shaped, bluish-purple blossoms that add a playful touch to your garden. Their height and whimsical nature make them look as though they're dancing above everything else, Whitinger says. These tough little blooms hold their own in arrangements, too.
Daylily Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Decades of dedicated breeding have produced nearly 100,000 different varieties of daylily (Hemerocallis). Newer selections with 44 chromosomes—twice the normal number—have bigger flowers and bigger, darker green leaves, so you get a much bolder statement in the garden, says Whitinger. Among his favorites are strawberry candy, which features yellow-and-pink blooms, and Webster's pink wonder, which has 13-inch flowers with spidery petals and a gorgeous chartreuse center.
Dahlia Flowers So Beautiful
Bongsong · 10 months ago
This bulb perennial's massive flowers bloom from mid- to late summer. They're striking in cut arrangements, where they can hold their own for nearly a week. Bloom colors range from sumptuous tangerine and electric purple to the prettiest pale pinks. Want even more drama? Dinner plate dahlias have enormous blooms that can measure 10 inches across.
Astra Blue Balloon Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Buds on this perennial inflate like living balloons, opening into large bell-shaped flowers from early spring through late summer. In addition to the super-cool periwinkle hue, astra blue (Platycodon grandifloras 'Astra Blue') also comes in pink and white.
Panicle Hydrangea Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Just about any hydrangea variety will add drama to your yard, but there's something special about panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata). This flowering plant grows massive cone-shaped flowers that bloom on new wood and put on quite the color show: Flower heads emerge as white or green in mid-summer, fading to gentle pink or red as the season draws to a close.
Angel's Trumpets Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Grown as a woody shrub or tree, angel's trumpet (Brugmansia) can thrive outdoors in warm climates and in containers in cold ones, says Dave Whitinger, the executive director of the National Gardening Association. Its cone-shaped flowers—as big as 24 inches long, depending on the cultivar—dangle downward like trumpets from the heavens.
Flowering Plants That Produce Big, Eye Catching Blooms
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Focal points in your landscape add visual order by telling the eye where to look first. You can create them with hardscaping, like a bench or statue, or with a flowering plant that's so big, colorful, or surprising that it's impossible to ignore. As you design your garden, experts say to consider adding these showstoppers to your space.
Plants with Massive Blooming Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Are you looking for a few plants with massive flowers to add to your garden this season? There are many different plants that have enormous blooms that you'll love. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares some of her favorite plants that will bring extremely large flowers to your garden!
Growing the Flower from Viola Seeds
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Growing Viola from seeds is a rewarding experience, offering a wide array of colors and varieties to choose from. Here's how to do it:
Care Tips for Viola Flowers
Bongsong · 10 months ago
Make sure to maintain consistently moist soil, ensuring it doesn't become waterlogged. Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Also remember to avoid overhead watering to prevent foliage diseases. Instead, water at the base of the plant and get the Viola plant the water it needs.
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