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The buds of hibiscus form at the end of each stem, and the more stems, the more flower buds.
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Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 9 Feb. 2026
The branches should be at least one foot long, full of fat flower buds, and cut on a day above freezing.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Viburnums bloom on old wood (the previous season’s growth), and by pruning them soon after the bloom, the flower buds have time to develop on newly forming wood.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
The flavor features rich black tea, fragrant clove flower buds, and natural orange flavor, to bring a combination of sweet citrus and subtle spice for a refreshing take on classic iced tea.
—Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 13 Jan. 2026
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Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 9 Feb. 2026
The branches should be at least one foot long, full of fat flower buds, and cut on a day above freezing.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
Viburnums bloom on old wood (the previous season’s growth), and by pruning them soon after the bloom, the flower buds have time to develop on newly forming wood.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
The flavor features rich black tea, fragrant clove flower buds, and natural orange flavor, to bring a combination of sweet citrus and subtle spice for a refreshing take on classic iced tea.
—Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 13 Jan. 2026
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“Flower bud.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flower%20bud. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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