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Perfect Flowers For July Birthdays

June 29th, 2011 | By:

Sending flowers to someone on their birthday is always a hit! Gazing at beautiful flowers will create birthday memories to hold close to heart, especially if your recipient works at a desk job. There’s nothing better than having your beautiful birthday gift greet you with it’s vibrant colors every morning when you walk into your office. It’s like celebrating a birthday week instead of just a birthday!

For a July birthday, summer flowers are especially sweet. Just because it’s hot outside, doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy beautiful blooms inside. Office flowers are an instant mood changer, and summer flowers always do the trick!

How do you send flowers for a July birthday?

July’s Flower

The official birthday flower for July is the larkspur or delphinium. Their vivid colors, especially the blue blooms, are spectacular and look luscious when paired with ruby-reds! (July’s birthstone is Ruby) Below are examples of beautiful larkspur arrangements you can send from your local florist.

Blue Larkspur Flower ArrangementWhimsical Flowers Featuring LarkspurLyrical Lavender - Featuring Larkspur

(Simply click an arrangement above and add a sending zip code. Flower Shop Network will connect you to a real local florist to send the order. It’s that simple!)

July’s Birthstone Color

If larkspur isn’t your style, choose flowers in July’s birthstone color — Ruby Red. Flowers in these color schemes include: gladiolus, roses, snapdragons, Gerbera daisies, carnations and more. Continue reading “Perfect Flowers For July Birthdays” »


Think Flowers Aren’t For Dad? Think Again!

June 13th, 2011 | By:

There seems to be a strange, unnecessary stigma floating around flowers for men. Why do you think that is? Do men not like flowers — of course they do! (No one grows more roses than my dad!) Maybe we think they’d be embarrassed receiving something so beautiful?  The trick is to find the RIGHT design to match your Pops!

Out of the Woods - Father's Day Flowers

Out of the Woods

This is the perfect choice for a nature-loving Dad. It uses sticks, twigs and moss to create a rustic feel any outdoorsman would appreciate. If you really want to man-it-up, as special instructions, ask your florist to use more or only green, brown and his favorite colored flowers.

Fisherman Flowers for Father's Day

Flowers of Distinction

There is something about this arrangement that reminds me of fishing. Perhaps it’s the unique leucadendron that looks like a plant you’d see swishing back and forth at the bottom of a lake. Imagine a few fishing lures dangling from the raffia, and you’ve got yourself a fisherman’s dream, if fishermen dreamed in flowers. (Who’s to say they dont?!)

High Style - Father's Day Flowers

High-Style Horsetail

This geometric wonder would be ideal for the stylish dad. Just think, if you’re dad is an architect, graphic designer or just likes style, this would be a perfect choice. I could see this design sitting on the desk of a doctor, lawyer or any sleek and sophisticated business owner.
Continue reading “Think Flowers Aren’t For Dad? Think Again!” »


Greet The Summer Sun With Sunflowers

June 10th, 2011 | By:

Sunny Day GreetingsCan you believe summer is already here?! The first day of summer starts June 21st! What better what to greet the hot, summer sun than with beautiful golden sunflowers?!

It’s oh-so easy to tell how sunflowers got their name. Their round, disk centers and petal rays give them a gorgeous sun-like appearance. Now you can bring the summer sun into your home with a bundle of beautiful sunflowers.

Sunflowers For Summer Parties

Use Sunflowers to easily decorate for your summer parties and get-togethers. Use them as your main centerpiece, buffet table decor or simply use them as an accessory for your home. Their bright, vivid colors will glow in any room!

If you are attending a party, take a bouquet of sunflowers as your hostess gift! Sunflowers look great and give a summery feel to any space.

Sunflowers At The Office

If you need a little pick-me-up around the office, have a bright and cheery sunflower arrangement delivered. Why not treat yourself to a little luxury once in a while, and bringing summer inside to a sometimes dreary office can make a world of difference.

No matter how you use them, sunflowers create an instant smile. Be sure to order yours from a real local florist!


Ideas de Regalos Para El Dia de Los Padres

June 8th, 2011 | By: Robert Martinez

Cada  año hay varios días festivos que son muy especiales para mucha de la gente. Unos ejemplos son El Día de San Valentin para todos los enamorados, El Día de Las Madres para todas las madres, y finalmente El Día de Los Padres, un día muy especial para celebrar la existencia de los padres atravez del mundo. Aunque solo hay un Día de los Padres en el calendario, este día tan especial es celebrado en una manera diferente en cada país. Aunque muchas de las tradiciones sean diferentes, algo que sigue lo mismo es el día en que es celebrado. El Día de Los Padres caí el tercer domingo de Junio cada año.

Canasta Gourmet Para El Dia de Los Padres¿Sabe que va ser el regalo de su padre este año ? ¿No esta  seguro en que puede ser el mejor regalo para su padre? Bueno hay muchas ideas en lo que usted puede darle a su padre para este Día de Los Padres. Es una costumbre para mucha de la gente regalarle una corbata a su padre. Para mucho de los padres ese regalo es algo que se puede poner para salir y también es un regalo que les encantaría.  ¿Su padre no es el tipo que usa corbatas? Bueno eso es solo una de los miles de ideas que usted puede usar.

Canasta de Fruta Fresca Para El Dia de Los PadresEl regalo de fruta!

Todos saben que a los padres le encantan la comida. ¿Porque mejor no le envía usted un regalo de comida a su padre? Flower Shop Network ofrece canastas de regalo con comida diferente, que es seguro a encantarle a su padre. Tal vez a su padre le encanta los chocolates y dulces sabrosos. Una canasta gourmet seria perfecto! Lleno de chocolates de diferentes tipos y otros dulces sabrosos que le encantarían a tu padre! O tal vez su padre es el tipo de persona que le encanta la fruta fresca. Pues no hay de que preocuparse, aquí en FSN también ofrecen canastas de frutas frescas.
No importa si su padre prefiere naranjas, manzanas, plátanos o hasta piña, su florista local hace todo a su gusto.

No pierda mas tiempo! Mire por nuestras fotos de canastas de regalos para buscar la canasta mas perfecta para su padre! Hable con su florista local hoy para arreglar el regalo mas perfecto para su padre este Día de Los Padres.


Looking For June Birthday Gifts??

June 6th, 2011 | By:

You can never go wrong sending flowers to someone on their birthday. Gazing at beautiful flowers will create birthday memories to hold close to heart, especially if your recipient works at a desk job. There’s nothing better than having your beautiful birthday gift greet you with it’s vibrant colors every morning when you walk into your office. It’s like celebrating a birthday week instead of just a birthday!

For a June birthday, summer flowers are especially sweet. Just because it’s hot outside, doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy beautiful blooms inside. Office flowers are an instant mood changer, and summer flowers never fail to do the trick!

So how do you send flowers for a June birthday?

The official birthday flower for June is the rose. This is the best choice for this month, roses are always a favorite! Below are examples of beautiful rose arrangements you can send from your local florist.

Classy Coral Roses Send Romantic Roses Green Roses for June Birthday

(Simply click an arrangement above and add a sending zip code. Flower Shop Network will connect you to a real local florist to send the order. It’s that simple!)

If roses aren’t your style, choose flowers in June’s birthstone color — Alexandrite or light pink. Flowers in these color schemes include: gladiolus, roses, snapdragons, gerbera daisies, tulips and more.

Pink Hydrangea June Flower Arrangement Pink Roses For June

There are also specific colors depending on the birthday week your friend was born.

May 25th – June 3rd – Cream

June 4th – June 13th – Grey

June 14th – June 23rd – Maroon

June 25th – July 4th – Red

You can use any one of these, together with aquamarine, to create a personalized March birthday flower arrangement that is sure to please any March baby.

Don’t forget a great birthday card message!


 


Show Your GRAD They’re RAD — Send Flowers!

May 16th, 2011 | By:

Sending Graduation FlowersWhat better what to say, “I’m so proud of you” for all of your Grad’s hard work than by sending graduation flowers? Sure, it may sound cliche, but seriously, a reminder to stop and smell the roses couldn’t come at a better time.

Flowers Congratulate - The gift of flowers is a tried and true tradition that dates back probably as long as humans and flowers have been together. A beautiful flower is like nature’s gift we have all won and deserve in our own ways. A graduate, for all their hard work, deserves the best nature has to offer!

Flowers Keep Things Simple – Flowers remind us of the beauty of nature and really keep us grounded as we go through times that may be overwhelming, such as graduating. Research shows flowers have an immediate impact on happiness and long-term effects on positive moods.

Flowers Keep Us Going - We all know flowers will eventually wilt, however this reminds us of the brevity in life. We must stay proactive in order to flourish, and that’s the only way to make the most of yourself.

Include This Graduation Card Message:

A beautiful flower is like nature’s gift we’ve all won and deserve in our own ways. As a graduate, you deserve only the best for all of your hard work and dedication. Life has a lot in store for you, but no matter where your like may take you, never forget the beauty of a flower. Flowers spring up and bloom for our pleasure every year, and although they may fade, just wait a while and their vivid beauty will return again. No matter what you are going through in life, stay proactive. Continue to flourish and you will truly make the most of yourself.

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Forget Mom On Mother’s Day? It’s Never Too Late To Send Mom Flowers!

May 9th, 2011 | By:

If you somehow let Mother’s Day pass you by without sending Mom anything special, don’t fret — it’s never too late to send Mom flowers!

For all of the wonderful things Mom has done for you over the years, she deserves some recognition on her special day. Perhaps you were out of town or working too much last week and let Mother’s Day pass you by? Sending a gift to mom has never been easier! Simply give your local florist a call and have a spectacular bouquet delivered today, straight to her door — at work or at home!

Mother’s Day or not, she won’t care if they’re a day late, she will be overjoyed to receive a symbol of your love and admiration.

Here are a few arrangements to get you started!

Fresh Mothers Day Flowers Happy Mothers Day Flowers Traditional Mothers Day Basket

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Flower Ideas For May Birthdays

May 2nd, 2011 | By:

You can never go wrong sending flowers to someone on their birthday. Gazing at beautiful flowers will create sweet birthday memories to hold close to heart. Especially if your recipient works at a desk job. There’s nothing better than having your beautiful birthday gift greet you with it’s vibrant colors every morning when you walk into your office. It’s like celebrating a birthday week instead of just a birthday!

April showers bring May flowers, so for a May birthday, flowers are especially sweet. With all of the storms we’ve had in April, May birthday-babies are in need of something bright and cheerful! Send a bouquet of warm summer flowers to brighten their day.

So how do you send flowers for a May birthday?

May’s official flower is lily of the valley, although it’s not always carried by florists in their everyday supplies. If you want to send your sweetie a gift of lily of the valley, be sure to order in plenty of time to have them special ordered. Sure it may take some extra planning, but if you’re a romantic, it’s well worth it!

You can also choose May flowers based on birthstone color, which is Emerald for May. Green flowers are unique and beautiful, and are sure to be appreciated by your Taurus hunny.

Green Flowers for May Birthdays

Houseplants are also a great gift for May birthdays. Their beautiful Emerald leaves will always remind them of what a special friend they have in you.

Green Houseplant Peace lily Green Chinese Evergreen Houseplant Green Houseplants

There are also specific colors depending on the birthday week your friend was born.

May 1st – May 14th – Blue

May 15th – May 24th – Gold

May 25th – June 3rd – Cream

You can use any one of these, together with emerald green, to create a personalized May birthday flower arrangement that is sure to please any May baby. Don’t forget a great birthday card message!

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FSN’s Favorite Flowers For May

April 27th, 2011 | By:

May Mother's Day Flowers

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, it’s no wonder we picked Remembering You Bouquet as our favorite flower arrangement for May.

This arrangement features flowers every mom will love — mom, grandmother, even the mother-in-law! The stargazer lilies and irises give this arrangement more of a traditional look, but the hot pink Gerbera daisies and roses add in some fun! Whether at home or at the office, having these gorgeous flowers delivered to mom will make her feel loved and remembered. The beautiful, long-lasting blooms of this arrangement will keep a constant smile on her face.

Flowers used in this arrangement: Blue Iris, Hot Pink Gerberas, ‘Stargazer’ Lilies, Pink Roses, Bells Of Ireland, White Button Poms, Pink Waxflowers, Purple ‘Sinuata’ Statice


Teacher Appreciation Week Is Coming Up!

April 25th, 2011 | By:

Teacher Appreciation WeekGrowing up, we all had those few special teachers that inspired us to do more and be more. Nowadays, teachers like these are hard to come by, and when your kid has a favorite teacher, you should do all you can to encourage this. Show your gratefulness by participating in Teacher Appreciation Week, May 1-7th.

National Teacher’s Day is May 2nd (Monday) and really kicks off the week-long celebration. Show your appreciation for all that they do by sending gifts.

What Are The Best Gifts For Teacher’s Day?

Flowers – You just can’t go wrong with flowers! Flowers brighten our day and moods like nothing else. Sending flowers is a great way to kick off Teacher Appreciation Week! There is nothing like having fresh flowers on your desk for the week! Your local florist will be able to make your job easier and deliver flowers straight to the school. Flowers for teacher are just one click or phone call away!

Chocolate Lovers Gift BasketGift Baskets – Gift baskets come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and styles. Don’t think you have to order a gift basket as big as the teacher’s desk. There are a lot of smaller-type gift baskets available. Try a candy and soda gift basket — perfect for an afternoon snack for teacher. How about a candy-lovers gift basket for a teacher with a sweet tooth. Nothing better than an apple-themed gift basket for a teacher — especially one who is more health-conscious.

Perhaps you had a teacher who was a great influence on you in the past. If you still keep in touch, don’t forget them during Teacher Appreciation Week!

As you can see, a local flower shop is a great place to turn when looking for the best gifts for Teacher Appreciation Day!

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