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Noble flowers: The four noble plants of the ancient Chinese were the Chrysanthemum, the Orchid, the bamboo, and the plum, and therefore only the upper class Chinese were permitted to grow them in their gardens.
Best soil chemistry for roses:Roses seem to grow best in soil that has a chemical pH of about 6.5. Symbol of procreation: The lily is regarded as a fertility symbol in both the Christian and pagan traditions.
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