Fiddling with the zodiac signs to create an awesome gift idea can be loads of fun. I have several special occasions to celebrate in August so gift ideas run short as July winds to a close. Thankfully for all, my father has reached the age where it is forbidden for another year to mention his fifty-something birthday. The good people in my family still like to make everyone feel special on their birthday so we tend to sneak-attack him with a gift that he can’t refuse; Read the rest of My August Birth Month Flower–Glad To Have Gladiolus! »

When I think of houseplants that are easy to care for, simple for beginners to gardening, and rather enjoyable to behold, I count Mother-in-law’s Tongue among the tally. This starter houseplant is amazing! It is tolerant of slight neglect, only needs to be watered moderately, prefers partial shade but can survive in full Arkansas sun (the proof is in the picture), and grows quickly so that I have a beautiful plant to look upon for months at a time! Thankfully, I’ve discovered that you can also Read the rest of How Do I Love Sansevieria Plants? Let Me Count The Ways! »

Flower Shop Network is always excited to receive positive feedback about our florist and flower shop friends. Sheila Fitzgerald, owner of Blooms in Omaha Nebraska, recently received some recognition from Floral Management magazine. Highlighting her quality leadership, growth in a challenging market, and innovative approach to business strategy, it is no wonder that I sat down the article and fought back the urge to plan a trip to Omaha.

In May of 2004 Ms. Fitzgerald moved from a career in military contracting to owning and operating Blooms. Despite large competition among Omaha, Nebraska florists, Ms. Fitzgerald and her team of nine employees have set themselves apart as one of the leading designers of quality Read the rest of Blooms of Omaha a Blossoming Success! »

We’ve all been there. The beautiful terrarium gift from a friend resides on the mantle, the piano, a table, a shelf, or somewhere around the house but mostly because terrarium plant care is lost on us. Luckily for those of us with a less than green thumb, terrariums are very easy to care for. Terrariums thrive best with slight neglect, normal amounts of light, and almost no watering and fertilization. The easy care of terrariums make them wonderful gifts for houseplant beginners as well as experienced planters.

Plant care for terrariums is pretty simple. Read the rest of Want Easy Plant Care? Get Excited About Terrariums! »

Ask the Expert: How many African violets in a 8″ azalea pot?

I have some new plants that I have started, they are now in 4″ pots and ready to be planted; but don’t know how many to plant in the 8′ pot. I know they prefer to be root bound; and the azalea pots are the best for growing the african violets. Read the rest of Potting African Violets In Azalea Pots »

Ask the Expert: Indoor Palm Tree

I recently purchased an indoor palm tree (about 6ft now).  After about two weeks in my home a few of the leaves are turning yellow.  I water it once a week.  Can you help?  Thanks.

How do fresh flowers by the stem and a square vase make a great birthday gift? Well for me is it incorporates everything I love: geometric shapes, flowers and the personal efforts of my husband.

Every year Neal gives me flowers for my birthday but there is always some kind of twist to the arrangement. One year he had our florist create a flower arrangement in a beautiful vase that had a bright abstract pattern. The vase still sits on my kitchen buffet reminding me of that birthday every time I look at it. Another time my birthday arrangement arrived with a crystal wine stopper uniquely placed among the flowers and foliage. So this year I wasn’t sure what to expect. So I waited all day for the florist to deliver my birthday Read the rest of Fresh Flowers And A Square Vase Make A Great Birthday Gift »

Who doesn’t want to have a reason to visit sunny, entertaining Phoenix, Arizona? Florists are gathering this year at the Black Canyon Conference Center for the Arizona State Florists Association 2008 Expo to be held July 27, 2008. Arizona florists have the perfect opportunity to Read the rest of Sunny Phoenix Hosts The 2008 ASFA Expo »

If pictures are worth a thousand words, how many words are flowers worth? Every individual attaches some special memory or memories to the many types of flowers in their lives. Whether it was the focal flower in the bouquet that he delivered with the engagement ring, the sympathy flowers that made mourning easier, or simply the creative gesture of a loved one who somehow just knew that a little boost would turn the day around, there are thousands of memories to delve into when we pass flowers in the grocery store, garden, or local flower shop.

Some flowers, though, have very particular flower meanings and can be sent to express a very specific feeling or message. The birth month flower of August is gladiolus so which better to share? This beautiful, tall blossoming flower represents some very pleasant flower meanings Read the rest of Gladiolus Add Sincerity and Character To The Meaning of Flowers »

Florists from across the nation will enjoy the Louisiana State Florists Association 2008 Convention and Trade Show. Join Lafayette, Louisiana florists at the River Oaks Convention Center on July 26 and 27, 2008 for what is destined to be “A Wedding Extravaganza.” The annual LSFA Convention, Design Show, and Trade Fair is always the premier floral industry event in Louisiana. Florists young and older come together to Read the rest of Join Louisiana Florists For “A Wedding Extravaganza” Convention »