Did you know that the word Easter originated from the name “Eostre” or “Ostara” which means movement towards the rising sun? Ever wonder why Easters date changes from year to year? It’s because Easter was is celebrated on the first Sunday after the Vernal Equinox. If that day falls on a full moon then Easter…Continue reading
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Spring Wedding Flowers
“love is like a flower, with patience it blooms.” Spring is here and weddings bells are chiming. The winter caps have melted away and flowers are in bloom all season long. What better time to have your wedding? If you’re anything like us, you believe Spring is all about flowers.There are an array of flowers…Continue reading
Seder Dinner Décor Tips
The Passover Festival (or Pesach) brings together friends, relatives and other close relations who do not get the chance to congregate often. Passover begins with the Seder meal served at the Seder table. Why not decorate your Seder table with Seder Flowers? What are Seder flowers? Seder Flowers are traditionally spring flowers such as; Lillies,…Continue reading
How Flowers Can Help You Cope With Depression
Sometimes we feel overwhelmed, exhausted or tired for no reason. Sometimes the stress of work or home can take it’s toll on your well being. It’s ok to feel drained sometimes, but eventually you’ll need to pick yourself up. If you’re unable to shake the funk, then you should always consult a doctor, but sometimes…Continue reading
The Best Flowers For St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
Bells of Ireland This flower is often a first choice for special events centered around St. Patrick’s day. Some people equate this flower with prosperity, so much so that it’s often used in wedding ceremonies or even as gifts. Shamrocks Shamrocks (or 3 leaf clovers) are usually the first kind of plant/flower that people think…Continue reading
4 Unique Orchid Species
As Florists, we are subject to so many different varieties of flowers. You’ve heard of daisies, but did you know that there are over 20,000 species of plants that are a part of the daisy family? Did you know that there are over 150 different species of roses? There are about 30,000 different species of…Continue reading
Hail To The Chief…Floral Designer?
Hail to the Chief…Floral Designer? Did you know that The White House has a Chief Floral Designer? The Chief Floral Designer is in charge of all of the floral arrangements for the first family and all of the white house events. Each Chief Floral Designer is selected by each administration. There is a competition to…Continue reading
Avas Favorite Celebrity Power Couples
With Valentines Day right around the corner, we wanted to talk about some power couples that have inspired us to make grand romantic gestures. These couples have made a great impact on their various industries as well as our heart strings Beyonce & Jay – Z Beyonce & Jay-Z have given us the blue print…Continue reading
Favorite Flowers of 7 First Ladies in the White House
Flowers have been a part of White House history from the beginning, and a lot of work goes into the displays for all of the ceremonies and events. Many of the First Ladies played a huge role in decorating and arranging of these flowers. Ever wonder what type of flowers each First Lady liked best?…Continue reading
How America’s Top 8 Festivals Celebrate Flowers
Flowers are incredibly important to our culture – we offer them as a sign of love, friendship, and sympathy. Each state even has its own flower. There are dozens of flower festivals across the country where we celebrate the beauty and importance of flowers. Here are just a few. 1. Portland Rose Festival – Portland,…Continue reading