flowers (e.d.)

plural noun: flowers
1.
the seed-bearing part of a plant, consisting of reproductive organs (stamens and carpels) that are typically surrounded by a brightly colored corolla (petals) and a green calyx (sepals).
synonyms: bloom, blossom, floweret, floret
"the shrub produces blue flowers in early summer"
2.
the finest individuals out of a number of people or things.
"the flower of college track athletes"
synonyms: best, finest, top, pick, choice, choicest, prime, cream, prize, treasure, pearl, gem, jewel, the jewel in the crown, the crème de la crème, first class, elite, elect; informalthe tops
"the flower of the nation's youth"