August 04, 2021

Plant New Flowers from an Old Bouquet

Have you ever wished to prolong the life of a bouquet you received? Maybe you want to preserve flowers from your wedding, have a holiday flower arrangement you love, or maybe you have a Bouq that stole your heart and you want to extend its life. Flowers make a great gift, whether they are for a loved one or you got them for yourself to treat yo’ self. Unfortunately, as all living things do, flowers eventually wilt, so even with excellent flower care and flower food, they are temporary and won’t produce new growth on their own. Did you know you can plant that flower bouquet and grow fresh flowers from it? That’s right – you can actually take trimmings from a bouquet and learn how to replant flowers with them. It’s not as simple as plopping that old bouquet into the soil but rooting old bouquet flowers isn’t magic. Everyone can learn how to do it! The process is called propagation, where you take trimmings off of other plants to replant and make new plants. It’s known to all the master gardeners that work in flower production, but it’s not a secret. All you need are some fresh flowers […]

August 03, 2021

Ten Flowers in Mythology and Their Meaning

Anyone who’s ever received a beautiful Bouq as a gift knows it can be a powerful gesture of gratitude, accomplishment, and affection. But a look at flowers in mythology can clarify just why flowers are so popular in so many of the world’s traditions, from Hawaiian leis to funeral flowers. Flowers have long entangled themselves with culture and myths. The ancient Greeks held a flower festival in early Spring in honor of Dionysus, the god of fertility, wine, fruit, and ecstasy. The Romans held a flower festival in early May in honor of Flora, their goddess of flowers. In Japan, Spring was marked by cherry blossom festivals since at least the 8th century. In fact, the symbolism of flowers in literature and legends reveals a whole language of flowers you never knew you were speaking! Below, we’ll explore some of the most common mythological flowers and their meanings. Table of Contents RoseLotus FlowerHyacinthPeoniesDaffodilChrysanthemumOrchidCherry BlossomsAnemoneCarnationSend a Bouquet with Mythological Meaning Rose Rose bouquets come with rich folklore around the world, but we all know the most enduring rose symbolism has to do with love and beauty. Perhaps not surprisingly, many rose myths come from Greece – home of the goddess of […]

August 02, 2021

How to Make a Flower Crown

Whether you’re walking down the aisle or running through fields with your friends, flower crowns make every occasion a bit more fun. Weddings, a girls’ day out, a summer festival…all deserve these festive headdresses. While flower crowns might look complicated, they’re easy to make at home! You don’t need to be an expert florist…all you need is a good guide and some flowers for any occasion. Join us while we cover the steps involved in making your own flower crown and introduce you to a few tips and design ideas. Table of Contents Gather Your MaterialsForm a Wire BaseAdd an Optional ClaspPrep and Arrange Your FlowersAdd Your First FlowerAttach with Wire and TapeContinue Adding FlowersTips for Making a Flower CrownGroup Flowers TogetherCheck It Before You Set ItMake It a PartyIdeas for Flower CrownsFlower FieldsBright and BeautifulSimply SweetEnjoy Your Flower Crown Gather Your Materials Before you start making your flower crown, you’ll need to round up the following materials. Floral wire: 16 to 20 gauge for the crown and 24 to 26 gauge for wrapping the flowers Floral tape: 1/4” to 1/2” wide in the color of your choice Flowers and greenery: choose sturdy items – more on that below Wire […]

July 30, 2021

A Guide to the Best Get Well Flowers

When you get the news that a family member is sick or your friend broke their arm, you want to do whatever you can to wish them a speedy recovery. That may look like cooking them a meal or helping them run errands. However, we don’t always have the time or ability to help someone in person. IF that’s the case, boost their spirits with some beautiful get-well flowers. Flowers let others know you’re thinking of them, which helps lift their mood and improve their chances of a quick recovery. However, not all flowers make great get-well gifts. Check out the following tips before you order flower delivery for a sick loved one. Table of Contents How to Choose Get Well FlowersWhich Flowers to Send to Say Get Well SoonSunflowersOrchidsHydrangeasTulipsSucculentsTips for Sending Get Well Flowers to a HospitalEnsure the Hospital Accepts Flower DeliveriesChoose Long-Lasting and Low-Maintenance BloomsLook for Allergen-Free FlowersChoose a Smaller BouquetInclude a Durable VaseFAQIs Get Well Flower Delivery a Thoughtful Gift?What Flowers Symbolize Get Well Wishes?What Goes Well with Get Well Flowers? How to Choose Get Well Flowers When you send someone get well flowers, you want the blooms to send a message of encouragement, support, or cheer. […]

July 26, 2021

Best Ground Cover Plants to Increase Home Value

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