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September 18th, 2008
I received a preview of The Networker Vol 1 No 2 today. I found several interesting items including one about how having a Myspace page can help your business. This issue is full of helpful tips, snapshots from recent florists conventions, Boss day tips and an introduction to the new FSN Floral Selection Guide. As always this edition has information about floral trends, marketing insights, Read the rest of this entry »
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September 18th, 2008
Ask the Expert: Sources of wholesale evergreen christmas wreaths
I am looking for a source in the area since I am in New Jersey. Any surrounding states would be okay. Thank you. Norma
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September 17th, 2008
Ask the Expert: Schefflera leaf curling
We have a large, old schefflera. It is so tall we have to cut the tops off. It site in front of a small, high round window. My problem is that the top leaves are curling, not just the tip but the whole leaf. Then Read the rest of this entry »
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September 17th, 2008
Ask The Expert:
i dont have a phone that works rite now. i live in the area, scottsburg, in, where we had the after effects from hurricane ike. and i had a very tall and leggy draceana plant. two stalks and a small baby growing about 1\’ tall. but during storm the plant was blown over and broke off the tops of the tall trunks. they were at least 5\’ tall. can i save them? and what should do with the part that is left? should cut off shorter. the tops that broke Read the rest of this entry »
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September 17th, 2008
I may discuss the fragrant bouquet of the wine with my sommelier, but the conversation rarely turns to the fragrant bouquet of flowers adorning the table. This is where I’ve missed the mark on the latest trend in gift giving. To keep you from making the same mistake, I’ve decided to pass on this interesting news to you.
Whether a pinot noir fan or a sauvignon connoisseur, there is a particular flower that enhances the sensual qualities enjoyed with a glass of wine. The characteristics of flowers such as the lily, bird of paradise, and orchid so naturally complement the characteristics of fine wines that it seems almost silly to have not made this comparison before. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 15th, 2008
Some of my best memories of my school days were the times when my father would send flowers to the school as a surprise for his two little girls. Our friends would “ooo” and “aah” until we felt like the center of attention. We felt like the queens of the school for the rest of the day. When the day was over, we’d rush home and wait rather impatiently until Dad came home for his huge hugs and big kisses. Every child wants to be the center of attention and a bouquet of flowers for your little girl or a cool gift basket for your little boy is a great way to make your child feel like the most important person of the day.
There are a few things that you need to know before you contact your local florist for flowers or a gift basket. Read the rest of this entry »
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September 12th, 2008
Ask the Expert: What kind of plant is this?
I have this plant out of a live arrangement, but it didn’t have any information on what kind of plant it was, which makes it difficult to find information on care. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks! Tricia

Red Margined Dracaena
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September 12th, 2008
Avoiding fraudulent orders is not always as easy as it seems. Just ask Lorie at My Flower Shop in Cambridge, Ontario who recently had an encounter with a fraudulent order. Thanks to her diligence and attention to detail, Lorie was able to abate the results of her experience and walk away clean. To avoid fraudulent orders in your flower shop, use these tips from Flower Shop Network.
- Scrutinize unusually large or hurried orders. Almost all fraudulent orders tend to be larger than average. Though some instances call for large orders, note particularly large and hurried orders.
- Pay attention to the signature on the card. Make sure that the signature on the card matches
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September 11th, 2008
It’s already time for another anniversary with your sweetheart? Congratulations! Whether interested in sending flowers from your local florist or delivering an anniversary arrangement in person under some clever guise, giving flowers warms the heart. It’s a fail safe way to say “I love you” this year and every year. However, sometimes you simply have to spice up the gift ideas so that your honey will feel special each time. Flower Shop Network has gone further than just delivering romantic anniversary flowers. To make your husband or wife feel special, Read the rest of this entry »
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September 9th, 2008
I hope that many who read this are chuckling because they know that Golden Pothos is actually one of the most versatile and popular houseplants. Easy to care for and pleasing to the eye, Golden Pothos is the exact opposite of Porthos, the colorful and arrogant character in the famous book by Alexandre Dumas.
Golden Pothos (Scindapsus aureus) plants are great gift ideas for those just getting started with gardening or caring for houseplants. When I say that Golden Pothos plant care is easy, I mean even black thumbs have a shot of maintaining a healthy plant. Golden Pothos plants thrive Read the rest of this entry »
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