The process by which a plant produces flowers; the period during which this occurs. noun
The flowering of the cherry trees attracts many visitors each spring.
Proper care and sunlight are essential for the flowering of indoor plants.
The development or flourishing of something, especially in a metaphorical sense. noun
The Renaissance was a flowering of art and culture in Europe.
Her career saw a flowering after she moved to the city and joined the new company.
Producing flowers; in bloom. adjective
The flowering plants in the garden added a splash of color to the landscape.
We visited the botanical garden to see the flowering cacti.