Father’s Day is an American tradition where we spend the day honoring what it means to be a good father. The holiday dates back to the early twentieth century and was most likely created to contrast the ever popular Mother’s Day. From the influence of father’s on children, to the importance of fathers in our…Continue reading
Category: Flowers Gift Ideas
Top Five Things to Know About Flower Giving
Do you want to send flowers, but don’t have the time to research what the best kind of flower is for the occasion? Or maybe you’re not sure what the etiquette is for giving flowers. In Japan, you should never give a sick person a plotted plant. If this is all new to you – or…Continue reading
March’s Birth Flower: The Dapper Daffodil
Photo via http://ow.ly/Z4tSG The daffodil is the official flower of March. I can’t think of a better choice, can you? Daffodils are one of my favorites because they are hardy blooms with a delicate appearance. I walked outside my home the other day to see a light covering of snow on a patch of daffodils…Continue reading
The Best Flowers for People With Allergies
Until I became a florist, I assumed that anyone would love to receive a bouquet of beautiful flowers; then, I learned that for people with allergies, sending certain flowers is like sending sickness. For an allergy-sufferer, the wrong flowers can trigger sneezing, itchy, watery eyes, a runny nose, and sinus symptoms. If you suffer from…Continue reading
7 Great Flowers to Give Your Graduate
Flowers have been given to mark all great events in life, so it is no surprise that they should be given for graduations. This rite of passage is a time of great celebration, and the right flowers add to the ambiance of the day. Perhaps you are wondering how to incorporate flowers into graduation day…Continue reading
The Best Flowers To Say Thanks
Pink Hydrangea Giving flowers has been a way to communicate emotions since ancient times. Rome, Egypt, Greece, and China – all of these great civilizations gave flowers as gifts. The Turks originally assigned a special meaning to each flower, and these meanings spread throughout the world. There is nothing like a bouquet of flowers to…Continue reading
Flowers that mean Love and Romance
Last week I wrote about the most popular flowers for Valentine’s Day; I figure that now is a good time to continue on the topic of love and discuss some lesser-known romantic flowers and flower meanings. If you recall, roses, tulips, carnations, daisies, and orchids were the stars presented last week. Indeed these flowers have…Continue reading
Halloween Flower Arrangement Ideas
Halloween is just a few weeks away, and as one of the most popular holidays celebrated in the United States that means that it’s time to get your home or apartment ready for that costume party you throw every year! Read up for the right types of flower arrangements to prepare your home for the…Continue reading
Daisies: The Perfect Flowers for Any Occasion
Say it with flowers, even with no occasion at all. Daisies are the most perfect flowers for a quick pick-me-up gift for neighbors, friends, family and special people. The bloom is a variety of wildflower coming from the aster family that has long been bringing sunshine in recipients’ lives. It helps that the flower closely…Continue reading
Summer Time Flowers
Summer comes in tune with colorful spectacles of flowers and blooms. This season marks not only a parade of wet suits and water sports, but also the prevalence of flower arrangements featuring blossoms with astonishingly vibrant colors that you’re sure to come across throughout your summer vacation this year at barbeques and other events. Roses are one…Continue reading