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Valentines from Instagram

February 11, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Instagram Inspiration Feb11This week, we have selected some beautiful and unique Valentine’s Day floral arrangements from Instagram by utilizing the popular hashtag #floristsofinstagram.

Using Instagram is more than just sharing your photos. It is about being part of an awesome online community. This is readily apparent while scrolling through great inspiration in the well over 4,000 posts from all over the world and all on this one hashtag!

Take a look at the creativity and flair florists are getting out there this Valentine’s Day. Don’t forget you can always call up your local florist and work one-on-one to create something similar for a special someone.

Celine Fleurs

Slender pink callas are framed by red reeds formed into a heart. Lush moss and dark pinks make this arrangement beautifully original.

Celine Fleurs – creating smiles through arts and flowers [Read more…]

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Ask the Plant Expert: What Kind of Houseplant is This?

February 11, 2014 by 4 Comments

Dear Plant Expert:bri

What kind of houseplant is this?

Bri

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Plant Expert Reply:

Bri,

It is always difficult for me to identify a plant strictly from a picture, but I believe what you have is a Peperomia Obtusifolia. This plant is sometimes called a baby rubber plant – not to be confused with the commonly known rubber plant (Ficus elastica).

The baby rubber plant is grown as a low shrub in zones 10-11. For most of the U.S. it is grown as a houseplant. This Peperomia likes high humidity and moisture. However, wet feet are a deal breaker that will cause the plant’s roots to rot. Since it likes bright filter light or medium shade, exposure to an east window is preferred.

Hope this information is helpful.

Sincerely,

Jamie Jamison Adams

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Ask the Plant Expert: My Schefflera Started Losing Leaves

February 10, 2014 by

Dear Plant Expert:Schefflera Shedding Leaves

My schefflera just started losing leaves, even healthy ones, and I’m not sure what to do for it. I live in Michigan, and it lived on my back deck where it absolutely loved it. I’ve had to move it back inside and it’s not happy right now. What might be a few causes to my problem? Help!

Loretta

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Plant Expert Reply:

Loretta,

Scheffleras do not like temperatures below 60 degrees or cold drafts. With this in mind, I would say your plant is showing signs of cold damage. Since you have moved it inside, this should help. Make sure the plant is not in direct line of any cold drafts. Within a few weeks the plant should recover.

Good luck and please let me know if I can help with anything else.

Thanks,

Jamie Jamison Adams

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Presidents Day with Flowers

February 10, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Presidents Day began as a day to celebrate the birth of George Washington, 1st President of the United States. Abraham Lincoln was added as a later honoree as his birthday was also in late February, but in recent years the holiday is often seen as a celebration of the office of the President in general and all the men who have held it.

But whether you’re celebrating Washington, Lincoln or all the President’s we’ve had, flowers are always your best option!

Red White and True Blue red-white-beautiful-bouquet-of-flowers.425 Made in the USA

A Presidential Presentation

A patriotic bouquet is the perfect item to place on your desk in acknowledgement of the holiday, and it also makes an excellent gift! Planning a party? Contact your local florist for amazing and creative arrangements and other decorations that embrace the spirit of Presidents Day.

Don’t neglect the opportunity to honor the leaders of our country, and don’t neglect the opportunity to buy flowers!!

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Ask the Flower Expert: Help Identify This Flower!

February 8, 2014 by 21 Comments

Dear Flower Expert,Sempervivium 'Lilac Time'

I got this picture from Google unlabeled. I am not sure if it is real or photoshopped! If it is photoshopped what flower do you believe it’s modeled after? This is the only picture of this flower.

Tamika

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Flower Expert Reply:

Tamika ,

This plant is a type of Sempervivum, and that is exactly how they look though the coloring in this photo may be slightly enhanced. I think this specific plant is Sempervvivum cultivar, otherwise known as ‘Lilac Time,’ which has a green center that fans out to a purplish color ending with rosy tips.

Hope this information helps!

Jamie Jamison Adams

 

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Friday Florist Recap 2/1 – 2/7: Oodles of Floral Beauty

February 7, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Friday has finally returned and here’s another round of the Friday Florist Recap. This week we have a beautiful collection of submissions from across the country, and yet regardless from whence they hail, everyone seems to be looking ahead to spring. It’s not surprising that florists are ready for the beauty that spring brings. Beauty is, after all, their business. That’s the reason we collect these photos every week and most likely the reason you look at them. So scroll down and check out this week’s oodles of floral beauty!

Wedding Flowers

Bird's nest bouquet with Helen's Flowers in Greenville, OH

Bird’s nest bouquet with Helen’s Flowers in Greenville, OH

A heart shaped bouquet from Helen's Flowers in Greenville, OH

A heart shaped bouquet from Helen’s Flowers in Greenville, OH [Read more…]

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5 Valentine’s Day Card Messages (Poem Edition)

February 6, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Valentine’s Day wouldn’t be complete without a gorgeous bouquet for your Significant Other, but what about that pesky card? It can be difficult to come up with the perfect words. Knowing what to say or how to say it is not always the easiest of tasks. If you’re struggling to find your voice, ask your local florist for a suggestion. Or you could scroll down and read 5 Valentine’s Day card poems to help you send the right message!

Filled with Love Eternally Yours

Valentine’s Day Card Poems

1. Cobalt blue, your sparkling eyes

have set my heart a racin’.

Ne’er will be seen our love’s demise,

‘Tis forever that I’m chasin’.

 

2. This rose of dark and crimson hue

is lovely, stark and sweet,

And yet it pales compared to you

unable to compete.

 

3. My love for you like yours for me

is vibrant, strong and pure.

These chocolates may not last the week,

but our affection will endure

 

4. No flower, though the blooms are lovely,

can with you compare.

neither the rose, the iris nor the lily,

can hold to you a prayer.

 

5. Tonight we’ll celebrate our love,

we’ll dine and dip while dancing.

A passionate kiss or variation thereof,

will find our passion advancing.

Card messages are not always easy, but hopefully these poems have helped or at least inspired you to find the exact words to let her know how you feel. Have some original poems of your own you’d like to contribute? Leave them in the Comments below!

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Best 5 Reasons to Send Flowers in February

February 5, 2014 by Leave a Comment

February is the winter month that works so hard to shake the chill and celebrate love. Maybe you have noticed the endless seas of red and pink at local stores or watched as people find little ways to enjoy themselves and help others during a harsh winter. With your help, we can spread the warmth and bring a smile. Here are the reasons you should be sending flowers this month:

From My Heart#1. Valentine’s Day – Feb 14th

As if you couldn’t see this one coming from a mile away! Valentine’s Day is one of the biggest flower-sending holidays of the entire year. That’s because beautiful fresh-cut flowers are the very best way to say what’s on your mind! Whether it is  “I love you!” or “I’m trying my best for you.” or simply “You are special!” – flowers can mean anything you want them to mean. And that special person who got flowers? They won’t forget it.

Charismatic Crimson#2. American Heart Month

The CDC made the natural choice to bring about heart health awareness during the very month we associate with love. Most people know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women but the surprising news is heart disease is preventable and controllable. This is information worth sharing. If you know a loved with who is at risk, sending red-themed flowers for Amercian Heart Month can be a gentle reminder that they can take control of their heart health.

Colors on Parade#3. Winter Olympic Games – Feb 7th – 23rd

It is an exciting time in the world of sports as the XXII Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia begins! Arrangements featuring the classic blue, yellow, black, green, and red can be custom designed for some 5 ring inspiration. This type of flower creation would be a thoughtful and exciting gift for your avid Olympic follower or, best of all, a bit of encouragement for a young athlete with big dreams. Ask your local florist to get in the spirit of the games today!

You're The Best#4. Random Acts of Kindness Day – Feb. 17th

Join in a growing worldwide holiday that challenges you to do something kind to a friend or stranger for no reason at all. This is a perfect time to give a cheerful bouquet to that barista that goes above and beyond or your elderly neighbor who doesn’t get out much. By doing something kind for someone else, they are likely to act out of kindness as well. So a small heart-warming deed can perpetuate.

Life of the Party#5. February. Birthdays

Anyone with a birthday in February needs a bright pretty arrangement to celebrate the warmth and love of their special day! Early spring flowers are just coming in stock and your florist will have breathtaking options that will say “Happy Birthday” better than anything else. The birth flower for February is the violet which symbolizes faithfulness, wisdom and hope.

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Forget the Groundhog. Bring In Spring Right Now!

February 3, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Well, there you have it folks. 6 more weeks of winter according to everyone’s favorite weather-predicting rodent. Yesterday was Groundhog’s Day and the official word from Punxsutawney Phil is we are in for more winter weather. Brrrr! How are you planning on facing the continuing chill? Another bright scarf? Lots of soup and hot chocolate? Try bringing spring just a little sooner with a fresh-cut flower arrangement!

It doesn’t have to be a special occasion to order up a bright bouquet. Chasing away the winter blues is reason enough whether you are sending flowers to a friend or as a special treat to yourself. A perfectly crafted floral creation from your local florist will lighten up your house and fill the room with warm smells of spring freshness. Your mood will be lifted every time you enter. And florists are ready for you.

No flower shop needs groundhog prediction to deliver the best nature has to offer. They stay ahead of the curve and already have beautiful spring blooms in stock. So take a look at what spring has in store by clicking any of the photos below.

Lemon Lime ZestSpring SophisticationLively Lilies

The winter may be long, but flowers can remind you spring is near! Use them to cozy up your house, send a warm hug to someone far away, and spread the scent that promises greener brighter days are coming.

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Friday Florist Recap 1/25 – 1/31: Floral Wonderland

January 31, 2014 by Leave a Comment

Another week, another beautiful collection of floral goodness. We have so many different fun and exciting arrangements for you this week. From a nod to Super Bowl excitement to a sports themed sympathy piece, we’ve got a little bit of everything. It’s not just a collection of flowers, it’s a floral wonderland.

Wedding Flowers

Beautiful piece by Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Beautiful piece by Petals in Thyme of Wasaga Beach, ON

Special Occasion Flowers

Wonderland by Tom Kenison AIFD of Crossroads Florist in Mahwah, NJ

“Wonderland” by Tom Kenison AIFD of Crossroads Florist in Mahwah, NJ [Read more…]

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