For the uninitiated, birth flowers symbolize the month that someone was born in. In Ancient Rome, the origin place of birth flowers, seasonal flowers were given as gifts at birth and on birthdays. As…
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It’s no secret that National Ice Cream Day is summer’s favorite food holiday! There’s no better way to enjoy that Patio Life than with cold heaps of ice cream piled into a bowl or…
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I think we can all agree: humans love the exotic. And, newsflash, you don’t have to take an expensive trip to Bali to get a taste of it. All you really need to bring…
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One of the most iconic flowers in history, the rose is deep-rooted in symbolism and mythology. What is the first word that comes to mind when we see a gorgeous Bouq of roses? Oftentimes,…
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Like the word “set,” which has the most meanings in the English language (464 according to the OED), the calla lily means a lot of different things to different people. Calla lily arrangements can…
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These days, carnations have lost much of their appeal. Maybe it’s because they were the focus of the floral industry for so many years and wore out their welcome, like that overplayed pop song…
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We’re just going to go ahead and say it: freesias are super charming! They have a one-of-a-kind sweet and powerful fragrance and colorful, bell-shaped, exotic blooms. There’s nothing to dislike. Well…except the fact that…
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How long do tulips last? This is a question many a tulip lover has asked while surveying a fresh-cut bundle of the delicate-looking blooms. Next time you’re looking to order a tulip arrangement, consider…
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For centuries, roses have held special meaning for friends, lovers, and those stuck in the friendzone. They’ve been referenced by countless poets and authors, such as Shakespeare and Anne Bronte, who valued them for…
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Hydrangeas have their fair share of haters—even A-list celebrities. In fact, a few years back, Madonna was overheard saying, “I absolutely loathe hydrangeas” when she was gifted a bouquet of them by a fan…
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Work BFFs often don’t get the appreciation they deserve. After all, they keep you entertained during those never-ending work days; they make you smile when you’re having a tough day, and they make the…
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Photo credit: @iindiefoxx As Oscar Wilde once said: “a flower blossoms for its own joy”. That’s great for flowers, but what about all the questions their blossoming creates? Like how long will flowers last…
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There’s something about lavender that draws people in. So much so, that lavender symbolism and its enthralling powers have been affecting people for more than 2,500 years. So what is it about lavender that’s…