Archives for September 2015

FSN September 2015 Newsletter

September 30, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

It is officially autumn and that means more events to celebrate with flowers! As the weather gets chilly and the holidays inch closer, we have the top fall trends, boutonnieres and autumn arrangements that will make this season stand out! Check out these top posts for September 2015 from the Bloomin’ Blog!

Fall Flower Trends

We are finally in the autumn season and our friends at the Society of American Florists have put together an article describing this year’s fall flower trends! We wanted to share this great article coming from SAF’s blog, aboutflowersblog.com.
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Air-Filtering Plants For Your Home

Here is a study that determines which indoor plants are the best for air filtering and are commonly found at local flower shops!
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Wedding Trends: Boutonnieres

As we get into the cooler months, here is a collection of boutonnieres that are trending now for end of summer and beginning of fall weddings!

Here are some great ideas on floral boutonnieres:

Chic Mix– a variety of florals mixed with greens make for a unique boutonniere.

Bloom Bunches– consider smaller blooms and mix different colors together.

Rustic Accents– add accents like pine cones and wheat for a more rustic look.

Autumn Arrangements 2015

It is officially autumn and the new season brings new celebrations! Here are some great gift ideas for a loved one that you can get from your local florist!
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Flower Spotlight: Gardenia

There are many beautiful flowers that are perfect for different occasions. Today, we will focus on the Gardenia—a simple, elegant and aromatic bloom.
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To Look Forward To Next Month:

Card Messages
5 Reasons To Send
Halloween Arrangements

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Fall Flower Trends

September 25, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo 1 Comment

Fall Flower Trends
by Leanne Kesler

The seasons are changing … the hot and dry days of summer are cooling. Mother Nature has her paintbrush at work adding vibrant color to the woodlands. Florists, too, are embracing the changing seasons. The traditional favorites, sunflowers, chrysanthemums, berries and late harvest garden roses are abundant. Add to this the new and fabulous floral treasures of thornless blackberries, textural celosia, autumn-hued orchids and exotic pincushion protea, and you have found the delights of the season. Colors for autumn 2015 are rich and lustrous. Fire hues of red, orange and yellow are updated with sophisticated touches of metallic copper, gold and silver.

Chrysanthemums bloom in fabulous autumn hues. Creative design pairs the traditional bloom with trendy metallics. These are certainly not your mother’s chrysanthemums.

To read the full article and check out the other fall floral trends, click the link below!

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Autumn Arrangements 2015

September 23, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo 1 Comment

It is officially autumn and the new season brings new celebrations! Here are some great gift ideas for a loved one that you can get from your local florist!

Vase Arrangement
Hues of orange and red mixed with simple greens make a beautiful combination for any fall tablescape!

Basket Blooms
Whether it’s a birthday gift or just something for the desk at work, a beautiful mix in a basket brighten up a room and gets one ready for autumn!

Simple Card Messages
Writer’s block? No worries! Here are some message ideas to pair with your arrangement!

Have a very happy autumn!

A little gift to prepare you for the beautiful season!

Have a happy birthday and a great fall season!

Head to your local florist and get someone special a beautiful autumn floral gift today!

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Wedding Trends: Boutonnieres

September 21, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

As we get into the cooler months, here is a collection of boutonnieres that are trending now for end of summer and beginning of fall weddings!

Chic Mix

A variety of blooms and greens, such as dusty miller, give this romantic boutonniere a style of its own. Combining a mixture of seasonal blooms adds to the just-picked look and truly stands out.

Bloom Bunches

Mixing small florals in a variety of colors can give any boutonniere a full look. A combination of neutral colors with a pop of yellow, blue, or purple, can add to an outdoor themed wedding!

Rustic Accents

To make a boutonniere really stand out, consider small pine cones that really add to the season. One or two mixed in with a strand of wheat completes the rustic theme and makes for a unique design.

Don’t hesitate to get creative with boutonnieres. Even though it is a small design, it truly stands out and can be the finishing touch to a memorable occasion!

Chic Mix photo accreditation to: weddingandpartynetwork/gallery/15148

Bloom Bunches photo accreditation to: weddingandpartynetwork/gallery/16035

Rustic Accents photo accreditation to: weddingandpartynetwork/gallery/16447

Filed Under: Wedding Flowers Tagged With: Boutonnieres, Wedding Flowers, Wedding Trends

Air-Filtering Plants For Your Home

September 18, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

As we head into a new season, a lot of us start preparing for allergies. However, did you know that there are plants that can purify the air you breathe and help during allergy season?

In our air, we have many toxins that mostly derive from products we may use in our household. NASA conducted a Clean Air Study to determine which indoor plants are the best for air filtering. As it turns out, many are commonly found at local flower shops!

Here is part of an infographic by Love The Garden that outlines the 18 air-filtering plants that NASA recommends for improving your air quality. Click the photo to read the full infographic! Once you have determined which plant is right for you, contact your local florist to find your perfect air-purifying plant!

Filed Under: Trends Tagged With: Air Purifying Plants, House Plants, Trends

Flower Spotlight: Gardenia

September 16, 2015 by Miroslava Casiano Leave a Comment

There are many beautiful flowers that are perfect for different occasions. Today, we will focus on the Gardenia—a simple, elegant and aromatic bloom.

Origins and Symbolism

Gardenias are native to Africa, Asia, Australasia and Oceania. This flower was named after Alexander Garden, a Scottish physician and naturalist who lived in Charleston, South Carolina. Gardenia means “garden flower” and is often used in weddings to symbolize the love and purity of marriage. A solo gardenia or bouquet tells the recipient “I think I’m in love with you,” also making it the perfect flower to send to your crush!

To Consider

Gardenias are strongly scented and grow in the shape of a star with 5-12 petals. The flower is part of an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 49 ft. tall and needs a lot of sunlight and humidity. This flower is toxic to cats, dogs and horses, so make sure to keep your four-legged friends away from this beauty!

Availability

This flowering plant is part of the coffee family. There are 142 different species that can be found in colors white, ivory and yellow. The most popular species is the Cape Jasmine and it is originally grown in China. Gardenias make beautiful cut flowers, amazing corsages and wedding bouquets or arrangements for decoration. Unfortunately, their vase life is very short, but can be prolonged with good cutting techniques. A single gardenia can be gifted or simply placed in a room, floating in a bowl or dish, to give it a more elegant touch.

When planning a wedding, gardenias are a great choice for flowers. They are not only beautiful, but the symbolism behind it makes them very special. Head to your local florist and surprise someone with gardenias!

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FSN at the SAF Annual Convention!

September 14, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

We had a fabulous time at the Society of American Florists 131st Annual Convention in Amelia Island, Florida this past weekend. We attended many sessions and talked to many members! Here is a quick recap of the wonderful weekend!

We kicked off the convention Thursday afternoon!

FSN Owner, Loranne Atwill at our FSN booth ready to meet florsits!

Tim Huckabee’s session, “Test Calls Workshop: Raising the Bar on Floral Shop Sales”

The SAF Networking Reception

At the “Demystifying Google” session presented by Loren Hudziak of Google!

We want to thank everyone who let us be part of this perfect convention! If you missed it this year, mark your calendars for September 21-24, 2016 when the 132nd SAF Annual Convention heads to Maui!

Filed Under: Floral Conventions & Flower Shows Tagged With: Convention, Floral Conventions, SAF

Back-To-School Flowers

September 11, 2015 by Tanya Giraldo Leave a Comment

It’s officially back to school and by now you have figured out who your favorite teacher is! Whether it’s a new professor or a teacher friend, nothing puts a smile on more than a beautiful bouquet for their desk. Here are some great ideas for flower gifts!

Simple Greens
Succulents in a pretty teacup or a beautiful dish garden can liven up a classroom desk. Give to a new colleague or to a first-time teacher!

Desk Blooms
Have a favorite new teacher? Let them know they are doing a great job this year with a beautiful bouquet! Consider a potted orchid they can display on their desk!

Simple Card Messages
Writer’s block? No worries! Here are some simple messages to pair with pretty blooms!

Here’s to another wonderful school year! Good Luck!

Just a little reminder that you are doing a great job!

Good luck to a new teacher who will do great things!

Head to your local florist and get someone special a beautiful back-to-school floral gift!

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Card Messages: September 2015

September 9, 2015 by Miroslava Casiano Leave a Comment

Cards and flowers make the perfect pair! A card is a written reminder of the emotion flowers convey. Here are some writing ideas for different occasions this month!

Grandparent’s Day

You’re both not only a source of unconditional love, but great stories too!

Happy Grandparent’s Day to the best two people on Earth!

Thinking of You

Some flowers so you know that I’m thinking of you!

Far from my hugs, but never far from my heart.

Birthday

Cherish every memory, every laugh and every wrinkle! Happy Birthday!

Wishing you not only a wonderful birthday, but a lifetime of love and happiness!

Anniversary

Happy Anniversary to the most loving people I know!

Wishing you both many more years of happiness!

Visit your local florist for ideas on the perfect arrangement to send to a loved one! Every day is the perfect day to send flowers!

Archives for September 2015

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