5 Free Floral Backgrounds + A Few Facts About Flowers
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Are you looking for a free stock background that features flowers? Ready to swap out your phone's floral wallpaper? Or, just need a fantastic image of a flower or two? We've all been there. Luckily, you can rely on StockSnap for all of your background needs.
In this post, we're sharing 5 floral backgrounds that you can download for free and a few facts about flowers!
1. Sunflower Background
![close up of a sunflower growing in a field](https://blog.stocksnap.io/content/images/2022/01/image-50.jpeg)
Need to brighten your mood? Download this free stock background by Tricia Gray that features a golden yellow sunflower.
Floral Facts about Sunflowers:
- The scientific name for the common sunflower is Helianthus annuus.
- There are more than 65 different species of sunflowers.
- Despite being seen as a symbol of positivity, some people fear this flower. A phobia of sunflowers is called Helianthophobia.
2. Grape Hyacinth Wallpaper
![close up image of a purple-ish blue hyacinth flower](https://blog.stocksnap.io/content/images/2022/01/image-51.jpeg)
In the mood for something with a blue-ish hue? Looking for a violet or indigo image of a flower? If so, you'll love this close-up photo of a purple-ish blue hyacinth flower by Nature's Bounty.
Floral Facts about Grape Hyacinth Flowers:
- The scientific name for the grape hyacinth flower is Muscari.
- Grape Hyacinths are native to the Mediterranean region.
- The petals of this bulbous plant vary in color. Grape Hyacinths can be found in shades of blue, pink, yellow, and white.
3. Wallpaper with Variegated Tulips
![close up image of three variegated tulips with orange, red, and yellow petals](https://blog.stocksnap.io/content/images/2022/02/image.jpeg)
Searching for a splash of color? If so, consider this close-up image of three variegated tulips by Tricia Gray. The vibrant orange, red, and yellow petals of these three flowers will surely brighten your day.
Floral Facts about Tulips:
- The scientific name for tulips is Tulipa.
- Scientists estimate that there are 100 species of tulip flowers and more than 4,000 horticulural varieties that have been developed.
- Tulip cultivation begin in Persia (modern-day Iran) in the 10th century and was an important symbol of the Ottoman Empire.
4. Daisy Wallpaper
![several daisies with white petals and golden centers grow in a field](https://blog.stocksnap.io/content/images/2022/02/image-1.jpeg)
Need an image of something dainty? This background image of white daisies by Kelly Ishmael might be what you've been searching for.
Floral Facts about Daisies:
- The term 'daisy' can refer to several species of flowering plants in the Asteraceae plant family.
- The oxeye daisy is native to Asia and Europe but can be found in the United States as well.
- Daisies are commonly identified by white petals with golden-yellow centers. However, these flowers can come in other colors varieties such as orange, pink, red, and yellow.
5. Baby's Breath Background with Caterpillar
![a caterpillar climbs up the stem of a baby's breath flower](https://blog.stocksnap.io/content/images/2022/02/image-2.jpeg)
Mother Nature can be so fascinating. Need a daily reminder of that? Download this free stock background of a black, white, and yellow caterpillar climbing the stem of baby's breath flower by Kelly Ishmael.
Floral Facts about Baby's Breath Flowers:
- The scientific name for annual baby's breath is Gypsophila elegans and the genus name for perennial baby's breath is Gypsophila paniculata.
- Baby's Breath is native to Asia and Europe.
- This flower is commonly cultivated to be used in floral arrangements
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References
“Sunflower.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., https://www.britannica.com/plant/sunflower-plant
“Grape Hyacinth.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., https://www.britannica.com/plant/grape-hyacinth.
“Tulip.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., https://www.britannica.com/plant/tulip.
“Daisy.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., https://www.britannica.com/plant/daisy.
“Baby's Breath.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., https://www.britannica.com/plant/babys-breath.