floriferous

adjective

Definition of floriferousnext
as in abloom

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Recent Examples of floriferous Be sure to check out ‘UConn Wedding Bells’, a very floriferous cultivar discovered by UConn Plant Science professor, Dr. Mark Brand. — Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2024 Painting a Plant Palette Thomas J. Story A floriferous garden with warm and jewel-toned blooms was the starting point when the Schimmels were considering the overall color scheme of the space. — Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 16 Apr. 2024 Upright 18-inch plants are very floriferous with 4 to 5-inch flower clusters. — Dawn Pettinelli, Hartford Courant, 12 Jan. 2024

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“Floriferous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floriferous. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

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