In honor of Cinco de Mayo, FSN is taking a look at Mexico's deep love of flowers. From the earliest cultures, to the latest generations, Mexico has always had a close relationship with their natural surroundings. Starting centuries ago with the Aztecs, who elevated the importance of flowers through religious ceremonies and royal privileges. There were certain trees (particularly one native, very fragrant magnolia) reserved only for royalty. Important peoples had plant/flower titles such as "Noble Lord Flower" They even had gods who loved flowers, Xochipilli was the god of art, games, beauty and flowers. They named many of the Days, Months and Years after flowers on the Aztec Calendar. Over 3000 medicinal plants used by the Aztecs are still used today. The Aztecs also enjoyed personal flower gardens complete with pools, terraces and fountains. However, the Aztec chinampas was where their true gardening talent shined through. Chinampas were their extremely [...]