It may sound counterintuitive—considering how much flowers typically love the sun—but, surprisingly enough, night-blooming flowers are an actual thing. And there’s a perfectly valid, scientific reason for this phenomenon. To put it in laywoman’s…
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Fall is a great time to begin growing your garden, and it’s also a time of year when we’re a little nostalgic for summer and desperate for those gorgeous colors to continue to bloom.…
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You’ve Been Given A Succulent, Now What? That adorable bowl of Aloe has been sitting on your coffee table for months. You even remember to water it (…sometimes.) Your endearing little desert gem has…
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There’s a common misconception out there—even amongst some of the most seasoned gardeners—that all invasive flowers and plants are an unsightly addition to a garden. But, in reality, that’s not the case at all.…
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Your dream wedding just isn’t complete without the flowers. From the ceremony archway, the guest tables, the boutonniere to the bridal bouquet… flowers are the focal point of every wedding event. These days, brides…
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With a nickname like the Garden State, you would expect New Jersey to be filled with all kinds of glorious flowers and to have an ample number of skilled artisan florists in place to…
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Summertime is here, and that means sunny days spent in the backyard by the pool with lots of delicious food and drink. When it comes to throwing a dinner party, take a break from…
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If you’ve got a fancy international business trip coming up or you’re getting ready for your next big vacation, you’re sure to be introduced to some important clients or generous hosts you’ll want to…
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Most people feature flowers in their weddings. The bride and bridesmaids carry wedding bouquets, the flower girl drops delicate petals, groomsmen sport manly boutonnieres, the aisle is garnished with some perky buds, and the…
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Anyone who’s forgotten to hire a plant-sitter while on vacation knows what can happen to a thirsty plant when left alone too long. It’s common knowledge: plants need water! But is it possible to…
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We’ve all had to find a gift for that person who’s practically ungiftable. The task often seems insurmountable, but there are options out there and one of them (particularly for those with an affinity…
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Whether you pick a bundle of flowers while out for a stroll or you’ve just received a lovely flower arrangement, knowing some flower arranging basics is helpful for anyone. In these instances, we all…
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Valentine’s Day is the one day of the year where the pressure to plan the perfect date night is on. Instead of crumbling under the pressure to wow your significant other, let them know…
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Kids love to explore the world around them, and one great way to help them do that is by setting up simple experiments with flowers. You don’t need some complicated chemistry to set perform…