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5 Ways You Can Ensure Your Business Visibility Online

Importance of Online Business Visibility

Trust is a major component of the algorithm used by the search engine. As a result, search engines look for consistency when evaluating your business on the web. Consistency in your NAP info (Name, Address and Phone number) is a critical component in establishing this trust. More importantly, trust is a crucial factor when consumers are purchasing products online.

5 Things Business Need To Do

1. Establish Official NAP Information

NAP information is your Name, Address and Phone number. The search engines are confused when your name has different versions. [Read more…]

Prom Inspiration: Fun & Funky Style

Although for most, prom has come and gone, still teenaged girls everywhere are planning their ensembles for next season. We had the wonderful opportunity to meet up with a group of teens right before prom and snap some photos. So enjoy all the craziness and color of prom 2012!

Prom Corsages

Colorful Prom Corsages

Prom 2012 was all about COLOR and FUN!

2012 Prom Corsages

Gotta love the vibrant colors of these prom corsages!

Pink Prom Corsage

This prom corsage was created by Alvin Taylor’s Flowers in Paragould AR. It features a large Gerbera and is highlighted by mums, delphinium, gems, wire and feathers — perfect for her multi-colored dress.

Blue Prom Corsage

Another of Alvin Taylor’s creations, this features a rainbow rose and all sorts of blue accents and feathers. This corsage perfectly compliments her sequined dress!

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Have Your Ordered Flowers For Your Staff Yet?

Secretary's DayAdministrative Professional’s Day (AKA Secretary’s Day) is Wednesday! There’s still time to order something special for your staff!

Any good business owner knows they would not be where they are without the help of their crew. Even temporary staff are essential to getting the job done and done right! How do you plan to recognize your staff on Administrative Professional’s Day?

The best, and easiest way to show your appreciation to your staff is by ordering flowers. It only takes a few minutes on your part, but will mean more to your staff than you can imagine.

You might also consider ordering a big gift basket for the entire office to enjoy. Whatever you choose, always always always buy from your REAL local flower shop. If you don’t know your local florist, use our handy florist finder to help!

Browse flower arrangements for Administrative Professional’s Day!

Florists On Facebook - Friday Recap

Another week of spring has flown by. Every Friday, we showcase the fabulous pictures posted on our Facebook from local florists all across the US & Canada. This week florists everywhere were all about PROM, and the pictures show it!

Flower Patch & More, Bolivar MO

The Flower Patch & More, Bolivar MO

“Prom season’s in full swing. Turquoise seems to be the color of the year around here. What colors are the rest of you seeing lots of?”

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Mary's Flowers, Saint Peter MN

Mary’s Flowers, Saint Peter MN

“Check it out! A perfect match for an awesome Prom dress! Fuchsia orchids, mango mini calla, hot pink “potpourri” Fitz bracelet and orange metallic ribbon with opalescent rhinestones! Bling on…!”

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Breaking The Mold in Your Floral Designs

Break The Mold With Modern Flower Designs

Robbin Yelverton is BACK with even more wise words for us flower lovers!

Sometimes when things around the flower shop are hectic, it’s easy to fall into the slump of creating the same types of arrangements over and over again. Well, it’s time to BREAK THE MOLD! Robbin is here to show us how to use the same materials we would use to create a “roundy-moundy” flower arrangement, and turn it into something more stylish!

People like to see things they’ve never seen before, whether it be film, art or flowers. Instead of ‘Oh, well that’s pretty,’ make your customers say WOW! and want to show it off to all their friends!
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What Is This Plant That Popped Out of My Mulch?

Ask The Plant Expert:

I have these two plants in my front yard where I just recently laid new mulch. I am wondering what the name of this plant is.

Mystery Plant Mystery Plant

Flower Shop Network Plant Expert Reply:

I do believe it is a sedum, most likely Vera Jameson.  At this stage it is a little difficult to tell exactly.  If it is Vera Jameson sedum the foliage will turn more purple and it will start blooming mid-summer with pink flowers.

Hope this information is helpful.

Help! My Lucky Bamboo Roots Are Rotting

Ask the Expert:

Hi, I hope you could help me. The stem near the roots of my plant is starting to rot I guess. What should I do to save the plant and keeping it healthy? I have been watering the plant once a week with distilled water and placing it in indirect sunlight. Thank you. – Regina

Lucky Bamboo Problems Lucky Bamboo Root Problems Lucky Bamboo Root Problems

Flower Shop Network Plant Expert Reply:

Regina,

What is the substance in the glass?  I am a little concerned that this substance maybe causing a problem.  Lucky bamboo is usually placed in a glass container with pebbles or rocks.  If it is something other than that, it maybe releasing a chemical that the lucky bamboo doesn’t like.

Are the roots soft and mushy?  The plant looks fairly healthy.  If the roots are soft and mushy, cut the top off and propagate a new stalk.   If you are not sure how to do that read our blog post We Are Not Always Lucky With Lucky Bamboo.

I hope this information is helpful. Please let me know if I can help with anything else.

Florists On Facebook – Friday Recap

Each week, florists share pictures of their favorite arrangements they’ve made on our Facebook, and this is our way to share them with you!

Another great week with beautiful weather for much of the country. With Easter behind us, there was no real theme to the favorite arrangements shared this week, other than gorgeous fresh flowers!  Now on to the pictures!

Monday Morning Flowers, Princeton NJ

By Monday Morning Flowers, Princeton NJ

“I love this photo taken by the recipient. She was so happy with her flowers, she posted photos all over the place.”

Mary's Flowers - Saint Peter, MN

By Mary’s Flowers in Saint Peter MN

“Our ‘Bling Buffet’ is up and running and getting a lot of mileage!”

Swannanoa Flowers, Swannanoa NC Swannanoa Flowers, Swannanoa NC

By Swannanoa Flower Shop, Swannanoa NC

“Sympathy Flowers”

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New Flower Shop Brings More Than Flowers

Flowers & Home in Bryant AR Flowers & Home in Bryant AR Flowers & Home in Bryant AR

There’s a new florist in town, Bryant Arkansas that is.

As of April 1st, Flowers & Home of Bryant have opened their doors as their community’s premiere home decorating showroom. This isn’t your typical flower shop. With it’s tall, black ceilings, stained floors, vivid color scheme and cozy lighting, it’s easy to see what makes it so different. Monroe Cranford, owner and high-end floral designer, has spent years mastering his craft and is now ready to show the city of Bryant just what’s possible in the world of floral design.

Monroe Cranford began his career as an Arkansas Master Florist (AMF), then was inducted into the prestigious American Institute of Floral Design (AIFD). He has also branched out and obtained the ranks of Professional Floral Design (PFD) and Certified Floral Designer (CFD).

“In our industry, you really can’t get a degree, you get credentials. And I have the credentials to back up the fact that they don’t just hand these things to you. You actually have to earn them,” Says Cranford. [Read more…]

House Plant Identification – Help!

Ask The Plant Expert:

I have inherited several houseplants, but I don’t know what kind they are.  I have attached pictures of 4 plants, any help would be much appreciated! – Jenny

Schefflera Schefflera Tradescantia Zebrina Sansevieria

Flower Shop Network Plant Expert Reply:

Plants 1 & 2 are Schefflera (care tips also at this link), sometimes referred to as Octopus plant or Umbrella plant.
Pant 3 is a Tradescantia zebrina, sometimes reffered to as Wandering Jew.
Plant 4 is a type of Sansevieria.

Hope this information was helpful.  Please let me know if you need any culture information on the plants.