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Photo via http://ow.ly/Cpbt30fWfh1 Halloween is a time for ghosts, jack-o’-lanterns, mummies, witches, and other scary figures. There’s a good chance you don’t think of flowers when envisioning traditional Halloween decorations, but I want to challenge you to put a twist on some traditional items of Halloween décor. Consider these eight ideas. Eight Ways to Incorporate…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/cgfF30fPPvZ October is Vegetarian Awareness Month! It starts with World Vegetarian Day on Oct. 1 and ends with World Vegan Day on Nov. 1. Becoming a vegetarian, or simply adding more vegetables and fruits to your daily diet, can benefit your health. If you maintain a backyard garden, then you already have the…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/3kHN30fDOdc Seeing marigolds appear here and there around my neighborhood is something I look forward to every fall. These brightly colored blooms never fail to inspire me, so it was no surprise to me when I learned that marigolds symbolize creativity. For this week’s post, I looked a little deeper into the story…Continue reading

As a florist, I understand why people want their bouquets and arrangements of cut flowers to last as long as possible. For one, they are a beautiful addition to a home. Also, a gift of flowers is meaningful, especially if they’re given to someone in celebration of a wedding anniversary, a birth, a graduation, or…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/6HmQ30fj3cV At this time of year, the leaves on the trees in my area seem to change color overnight. The brilliant yellow, orange, and red leaves are a pleasure to see. Not surprisingly, many people travel to the northeastern part of the United States to go leaf-peeping. Living here in New York City,…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/s7CS30f6BiJ The autumn equinox is coming up later this month. You may think of it as simply the beginning of fall, but did you know that this event is celebrated in different ways by different cultures? This week, I’ve found some interesting facts about the autumnal equinox that will help you appreciate the…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/VcRo30eXhwG The morning glory is one of my favorite flowers because they are delicate and hardy at the same time. I have a small, white trellis on my patio that is just teeming with morning glories. I especially love the blues and pinks. I like to look out the window at them as…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/MRSx30eJEdp Are you looking to finish up your summer in a memorable way? If so, there are plenty of exciting things to do in NYC. My best friend and I go to the Hester Street Fair each August. We love to spend a Saturday looking at the unique items sold by vendors and…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/4qM230eDcCv Back to school time is fast approaching, and students are getting excited. I love seeing the notebooks, folders, and colorful backpacks on display in stores: It reminds me of when I shopped for my own school supplies at the local drugstore. But for parents planning a move to New York City, sending…Continue reading

Photo via http://ow.ly/Hi2F30estUR Did you know August is Romance Awareness Month? I bet you show your affection for your loved one every single day. At least, I hope you do! But since it’s the officialmonth for romance awareness, I thought I’d give you a few ideas for letting your significant other know how much you…Continue reading