Floral Fields
Floral Fields is a large Nursery located on Northern Isle, at the foot of the Spiral Peak, on the West side - heading towards Stony.
The flowers are sold throughtout Northern Isle, however the best are sent to their own store in Stony.
Rows on rows of various flowers grow and bloom in the fields. The fertile volcanic soil means the flowers grow strong and to a good size. Butterflies, birds, and bees flutter above the blooms.
At harvest time, the days fill with a particular strong perfume of the flowers been picked. The scent of tulips lingers days after they are picked.
Fields hold Tulips, Peonies, Sunflowers, Dahlias, Zinnias and bushes of Lavender.
The family homes and workers buildings at the North-East end, closet to the Spiral Peak - made of mud.
To the North side of the fields are two rows of bee hives, a bird sanituary area, and a butterfly haven. Numerous types of beetles live amongst the flowers, storage buildings and homes.
Localized Phenomena
Owned by a Tabaxi family with the surname Beetle - live together as a community. some move away, like Diamond Beetle who lives in Stony, but frequently return.
Grass Beetle - Tabaxi - caramel colouring with brown face, ears and feet - male. Bright blue eyes - oldest sibling - hippie-type - speaks to plants - going deaf - learning sign language.
Grew up on the Floral Fields with his two siblings Click and Bess. Married Sugar Beetle ten years ago.
Sugar Beetle - Tabaxi - White fur coloured with one green and one blue eye - male - sweet tooth - loves dancing - learning sign language - adores being outside.
His birth name was Sugar Cane - He was known as Cane - a very quick to anger person, who lived in Hyon working in The Northern Silver Mine - at the Bardic Springs, Cane meet Grass Beetle. He never returned to the mine.
Click Beetle has two children Boll Beetle and Rove Beetle with Bee Beetlebr] Click is a Tabaxi with short brown fur that looks black until in the sunlight - had white triangle of fur in middle of face, cross the nose. The middle sibling - male
Click lived in Farr City for six years, on one trip home meet Bee who was working in the fields. When Click return to the city, he never stopped thinking about her. The couple is monogamous, however never married.
Bee Beetle - Halfling - female - dark red, shoulder length, wavy hair - loves preparing and eating food - favourite flower is purple Dahlias.
Bee (nee: Honey Bee Harpton Surefoot ) grew up in Reece, Northern Isle, and studied comtempory art in Odd, before meeting Click. Bee has a large family of twelve siblings, who all moved to Fogi Island - she is the fourth oldest.
Boll Beetle - small half Tabaxi, half Halfling - dark brown hair/fur - wears red and yellow outifts - reads a lot - favourite flower are Red Sunflower
Rove Beetle - small half Tabaxi, half Halfling - bright red hair/fur - likes black outifts - always points of the negative side of things - emo-type - favourite flower are Black peonies
Bess Beetle - Tabaxi - female - youngest sibling - has two partners Wolf and Chafer
Wolf Beetle (nee: Wolf Bark) - nickname: Bark - Tabaxi - female - dark marl grey fur - straight forward and bluntly honest - dark sense of humour
Wolf lived in Triss at The TIn Dragon Orphange
Chafer Beetle (nee: Kelm Chafer) - Tiefling - male - golden brown horns - caramel-honey coloured skin - black long hair
Chafer comes from a family of travelling general goods merchants
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* children call each other Dung Beetle as insult.
Fauna & Flora
Lavender: Known for its soothing aroma and versatility - high demand in the cosmetic, culinary, and aromatherapy industries, cultivating lavender -resilience to drought and poor soil conditions
Lavender represents: purity, devotion, serenity, grace, and calmness - attracts good fortune
Purple is the colour of royalty and speaks of elegance, refinement, and luxury. The colour is also associated with the crown chakra - which is the energy centre associated with higher purpose and spiritual connectivity.
Sunflowers: cut flowers - edible seeds - oil extraction
Sunflowers symbolise: loyalty, adoration, positivity, happiness, and optimism - unwavering faith and constant orientation towards the light - sunflowers are well-known for being a happy flower.
Yellow Sunflowers: Radiate happiness and joy.
Red Sunflowers: Convey profound love and passion.
Orange Sunflowers: Symbolize enthusiasm and new beginnings.
Brown Sunflowers: Signify stability and steadfast support.
Peonies: exquisite blooms and long vase life - toxic to cats - full of flowers means good luck, while the flowers looking a little lacklustre means prepare for some misfortune
Peony represent: love, honor, happiness, wealth, romance, and beauty - given on special occasions as an expression of goodwill, best wishes, and joy
Coral peonies: friendship
Peach peonies: gratitude and appreciation.
Lavender peonies: romance and elegance
Maroon peonies: represent wealth and luxury
Black peonies: a sense of enlightenment, respect, and formality
Yellow peonies: new beginnings, fresh starts, and clean slates
Orange peonies: longevity, health, and vitality
Red peonies: romance, love, honor, and sacrifice.
White peonies: purity and innocence
Dahlias: vibrant colors and intricate blooms - Dahlias are octoploids, so have eight sets of chromosomes allowing for amazing genetic diversity
Dahlias represent: beauty, commitment, kindness, and steadfastness - yet also betrayal and sadness
Dahlia flowers can add layers of meaning to bouquets - making them more personal and thoughtful. Used in tattoos to symbolize strength, elegance, and personal transformation.
Red = Strength, power, love, and passion - deep love and admiration
White = Purity, innocence, and new beginnings
Pink = Kindness, beauty, grace, and feminine beauty - show appreciation -romantic gestures - strong bonds
Purple = Dignity, royalty, grace, beauty, and kindness - to honour someone - convey admiration
Green = Fresh starts and positive change - wish good luck
Yellow = Joy, happiness, celebration, and friendship - celebrate special life milestones - friendship anniversary
Black = Betrayal and sadness ... Black dahlias are actually a very deep shade of crimson
Zinnias: Easy to grow and available in a wide range of colours - long-lasting blooms
Zinnia associated: with friendship, endurance, daily remembrance, goodness, and lasting affection.
Yellow: A daily remembrance
Red: Steadfastness, family ties, and the beating of a heart
Magenta: Lasting affection
White: Pure goodness
Green: A growing or renewing love, or good luck for new ventures
Pink: Playful, platonic love, happiness, innocence, gentleness, and grace
Tulips: elegant, cup-shaped flowers, tulips are synonymous with springtime beauty.
Tulips represent: perfect, unconditional and deep love - 9 Tulips are given to someone a person wishes to have eternal love with
Pink tulips: happiness and confidence
Black tulips mystery, elegance, and sophistication - also power, strength, and uniqueness
Blue tulips: love, rebirth, and spring
Purple tulips: royalty, regency, and majesty
Yellow tulips: cheerful thoughts
White tulips: forgiveness
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