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Named for fighters: Gladiolus flowers got their name because the leaves of the plant were shaped like a sword and made them think of the Roman gladiators.
Flower theme in a Hollywood hit:Doris Day sang the popular tune “Que sera sera” in the movie “Please Don't Eat the Daisies” Old and Modern Roses: Roses which existed prior to 1867 are known as Old Roses. Roses developed from 1867 to present are usually referred to as Modern Roses.
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