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Virginia State Flower

American Dogwood

Virginia State Flower

Virginia State Flower

American dogwood was designated the Virginia State Flower in 1918. The selection was influenced by the Commonwealth’s association with one of America’s most noted founding fathers and presidents. Thomas Jefferson loved trees and grew more than 160 species on the grounds of his Virginia estate, Monticello. He maintained detailed records of his gardens and referenced the dogwood tree as far back as 1771.

In the late 1780s while serving as Minister to France, Thomas Jefferson presented the seeds of North American trees to his associates in Europe. He made several shipments of dogwood seeds to a friend in Paris, Madame de Tessé. His enthusiasm for trees lasted a lifetime. Shortly before his death at the age of eighty-three, Thomas Jefferson designed an arboretum for the University of Virginia.

Flowering dogwood is one of the most popular trees for ornamental planting in the United States. Dogwood trees are also extremely valuable for wildlife, which ingest the seeds, fruit, flowers, twigs, bark, and leaves of the plant. The fruits are especially popular with birds. They’re also a high-fat food source for mammals, including bears, beavers, deer, chipmunks, foxes, rabbits, skunks, and squirrels.

American Dogwood Facts

Common Name: American Dogwood
Scientific Name: Cornus florida
Year Adopted: 1918
Peak Bloom: April to June

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New Hampshire State Flower

Purple Lilac

New Hampshire State Flower

New Hampshire State Flower

Purple lilac was designated the official New Hampshire State Flower in 1919. Competition for the honor was fierce. Apple blossom, buttercup, evening primrose, goldenrod, mayflower, purple aster, wild pasture rose, and wood lily were all considered as a suitable floral emblem. Ultimately it was determined that purple lilac symbolized the robust and sturdy character of “Granite State” residents.

Lilac bushes have been known to survive for hundreds of years. There are more than a thousand varieties in colors ranging from white to dark purple. Lilacs play an important role in New England’s heritage. America’s first president, George Washington, made notes about lilac bushes that were transplanted to his garden in Virginia. Thomas Jefferson, the nation’s third president, recorded his method of planting lilacs in his own garden book. Both Founding Fathers shared a lifelong passion for landscape design. More than two hundred years later, the historic gardens at Mount Vernon and Monticello attract thousands of visitors each year.

Purple Lilac Facts

Common Name: Purple Lilac
Scientific Name: Syringa vulgaris
Year Adopted: 1919
Peak Bloom: April to May

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