in flower

phrase

: producing flowers : blooming
The bushes should be in flower soon.
These plants are very fragrant when they are in (full) flower.
sometimes used figuratively
She entered the movement after it was in full flower.

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So look for a rise in flower-arranging events and workshops that cover repotting, composting, pruning, and building bird feeders. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 3 Sep. 2026 Fuchsia grown from seed is unlikely to bloom in its first year, so planting one already in flower ensures a wow-worthy fall display. Aliyah Rodriguez, The Spruce, 13 Aug. 2026 Solarization To eradicate patches of bermudagrass in flower beds and gardens, a barrier can help. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 30 July 2026 Try to avoid letting water collect in flower pots, buckets, tarps and children’s toys. Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in flower

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“In flower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20flower. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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