flower facts

When I checked for Thanksgiving airfares several weeks ago, I was shocked at how expensive they were. So I figured I'd wait until closer to the time and see what I could find. Unfortunately, the prices didn't drop. But I still want to connect with my family next Thursday, which means... [More]
Lately I’ve been extolling the virtues of classic fall flowers, such as mums, carnations, hydrangea, sunflowers, daisies, dahlias and calla lilies. In orange for Halloween, natch. A bouquet lasts longer than candy and it’s calorie-free. Anyway, if you’re like me you hav... [More]
I recently heard a great tip for extending the life of a sunflower. Once you’ve enjoyed it for several days, gently pluck off the yellow petals to reveal the green kalyx underneath. Forming a collar around the brown center, the green creates a slightly different look that still offers co... [More]
With Halloween falling on a Friday, I know many of you will be hosting parties. Or maybe you’d just like to look festive for trick or treaters. You know you can count on flowers for a colorful and cheerful touch. For some simple, elegant touches, how about: * Single orange... [More]
Daisies, simple and sweet, are one of the most popular cut flowers. Look at a mixed bouquet and there’s a good chance that daisies are looking back. They’re also striking on their own. Representing joy, purity and youth, legend has it that we have daisies because a shy maiden was d... [More]