Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flowering

noun

/ˈflaʊ.ər.ɪŋ/

Definition

The process or period during which a plant produces flowers.

Examples

Spring is the season of flowering for many cherry blossom trees.
The gardener was thrilled to see the flowering of her carefully nurtured plants.
Flowering typically occurs in response to environmental changes, such as temperature and daylight length.

Meaning

Flowering refers to the reproductive phase of a plant’s life cycle when it develops flowers, which facilitate reproduction by aiding in pollination and the development of seeds.