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Florists from across the nation will enjoy the Louisiana State Florists Association 2008 Convention and Trade Show. Join Lafayette, Louisiana florists at the River Oaks Convention Center on July 26 and 27, 2008 for what is destined to be “A Wedding Extravaganza.” The annual LSFA Convention, Design Show, and Trade Fair is always the premier floral industry event in Louisiana. Florists young and older come together to Read the rest of this entry »
Ask the Expert: lucky bamboo
Help my lucky bamboo’s stalks are turning yellow I change the water everyday and the water is spring water what am I doing wrong I do not want my plant to die it is inside out of direct lite ty for your help Lisa
Congratulations Taylor Made Florals! Joining the elite of Windham, New Hampshire florists, Raymond German and family recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of their flower shop. Along with the Greater Salem Chamber of Commerce, we at Flower Shop Network would like to extend our very proud compliments to Taylor Made Florals for a great first year and many to come!
Taylor Made Florals provides Windham with excellent Read the rest of this entry »
Ever want to spend some quality time at the North Raleigh Hilton but feel guilty about missing work? Don’t! Join Raleigh, North Carolina florists this year for the 2008 North Carolina State Florists Association Convention. Blend the best of both worlds at this year’s NCSFA Convention.
Sometimes work just feels like work. Vacations either seem too short or you feel bad for taking time away from your flower shop. Not this year! The 2008 NCSFA Convention will be held this year from July 25-27, 2008 at the North Raleigh Hilton in beautiful Raleigh, North Carolina. It’s like a vacation, only here you’re able to Read the rest of this entry »
Born July 23rd through August 22nd, Leos are powerful and confident people who are the “fearless leader” of the group. Sincere and trustworthy, Leos are the premier leadership choice of the zodiac sign. Providing this kind of reliable guidance can take it out of someone very quickly. Though they like to be the center of attention, Leos need positive interaction and feedback from others. When buying a birthday gift for this fiery sign, fill their hearts with the affirmation and attention they crave by sending a zodiac-inspired flower arrangement.
There are many awesome flowers that make great additions to summertime flower arrangements. When it comes to creating an exquisite display for my tables, centerpieces, gardens and other home décor uses, I look to these fabulous blooms for an extra splash of cool during the summer months.
Hydrangeas in full bloom are gorgeous additions to the home or garden. The blossoms of hydrangeas provide a very distinctive and soft scent that no nose can resist. Hydrangea Read the rest of this entry »
Ask The Expert: I need help identifying a new plant I got from a friend. The leaves are similar to oak leaves only sharp not rounded. The steps grow out in long trailing branches, like an ivy, and the leaves are dark green on top and eggplant purple on the bottom, and are a bit fuzzy. Leaves are appx 3 inches long. One stem has tiny flower heads on the very end of it. The ‘petals” are very tiny and feathery and are marigold orange in color. The kind of have an unpleasant odor. there is a cluster Read the rest of this entry »
Representatives from Flower Shop Network attended the Texas State Florists Association Convention in League City Texas on July 11-13th.
Above: Network coordinators Amy Hall, Joe Hays and Rebecca Speer take a moment to pose for a picture in front of the Flower Shop Network booth. Over the course of the Read the rest of this entry »
Ask the Expert: do you know what this is? Lisa
It has only been a week since Flower Shop Network launched The Networker. Along with addressing issues important to the floral industry and highlighting FSN services, this publication encourages input from member florists on issues or announcements that concern them. So far, feedback from shops has been wonderful. Florists from all over have submitted excellent topic suggestions, honors, announcements, personal insights, and even a nice thank you like the one from Bay Bouquet Floral Studio in Tampa, Florida.
I was particular touched by what Tony Swick and J. Thomas had to say and excited Read the rest of this entry »
