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Mother’s Day has passed, but if you forgot to send your mom flowers, you still have some time! We have a few card messages that can make up for that forgetfulness. May is also a month to honor our military and those we have lost. [Read more…]
3 Ideas for Graduation Flowers with Flair
May 10, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Add some flair to your graduate’s big day with these fun flower ideas! From a new spin on decorating their cap to a classic gift that never gets old, these ideas will help them turn their tassel in style. [Read more…]
5 Reasons to Send Flowers: Mother’s Day Edition
May 3, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Mother’s Day isn’t the only reason to send flowers in May. You also have Memorial Day (May 29th) and National Nurses Day (May 6th), among others. However, we decided to give you a special edition of 5 Reasons to Send Flowers that features a few reasons why we think you should send your mom flowers this Mother’s Day. [Read more…]
Multicultural Wedding Flowers
May 1, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Flowers and weddings go together like brides and grooms. Long before the elaborate floral displays you see at modern weddings, brides would use herbs in their bouquets as well as other wildflowers and plants found in nature. Just like each bride is unique, there are certain cultural aspects to wedding flowers that are also unique. Jewish, Indian, Chinese, and Greek weddings are just a few examples. [Read more…]
Pets and Plants
April 26, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Plants and flowers are great for the home and outdoors. They help purify the air, can repel pests, and also brighten up living spaces and yards. When it comes to plants and pets, some may choose not to have plants in the home or in their landscaping because of the potential risk to their pet. If you want to have your pet and plants too, check out this list of 5 plants and flowers that are okay to have around pets and which ones you should keep away. [Read more…]
Flower Spotlight: Iris
April 19, 2017 by 2 Comments
Irises are a unique flower. Their distinct shape makes them a welcome addition to floral arrangements, and their range of colors makes them a welcome site in flower gardens. There are more than 200 species of iris and they can be found in all corners of the globe.
Origin and Symbolism
The iris has a rich history, dating back to ancient Greece and Egypt. It is named after the Greek messenger goddess, Iris, whose name roughly translates to “rainbow,” and is very fitting for a flower that comes in almost every color. [Read more…]
Hey Millennials…Here’s Why You Should Be Buying Flowers.
April 14, 2017 by 1 Comment
Millennials often get a bad rap. We are a generation that has traditional marketers scratching their heads wondering how to reach us. We generally know what we want, and tend to want things based on their value to our lives. We are also one of the most socially conscious generations to date.
What does all that have to do with buying flowers? More than you may think. [Read more…]
April Card Messages ’17
April 10, 2017 by Leave a Comment
April showers may bring May flowers, but this April also brings Easter, Passover, and Administrative Professionals Day! Not sure what message to send with your flowers? Look no further! [Read more…]
Simple Ways to Decorate for Easter with Flowers
April 7, 2017 by 1 Comment
Have you been making plans for Easter? You probably have a menu full of tasty food planned out and know the perfect hiding places for all those eggs. But have you thought about how you’re going to decorate your home for the holiday? [Read more…]
Once a Florist, Always a Florist
April 5, 2017 by 1 Comment
To describe floral design as an art form is to be expected. Those who are fortunate enough to be blessed with the skill of floral design often find that it is a deep-seeded passion that’s not easily walked away from. Linda Taylor, owner of Heartstrings Florist & Artisans in Dallas, Oregon, knows this from first-hand experience. Linda owned a flower shop from 1978 to 1992 in Sheridan, OR. She closed up to move to Alaska, but always felt something was missing. [Read more…]
