Fall Color

Feeling Romantic? Send Your Sweetie a Rustic-Rose Fall Arrangement!

September 24, 2013 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

Spring isn’t the only season for romance. Fall is the perfect time to show your sweetie how much you care. The weather’s turning cold — time for cuddling under blankets and sipping hot cocoa. Start the mood off right by bringing home a bunch of rustic roses!

Roses are the traditional gift of romance and can make any occasion seem much more special. Starting your night of cuddling, cocoa and movies off with roses creates the perfect mood for romance. Sometimes the simplest nights are our favorite times spent with others.

For days to come your sweetheart can enjoy this beautiful token of love and be reminded of a special evening the two of you shared together. Roses are a great flower to press and create a keepsake for everlasting memories.

This fall, create a little romance with rustic fall roses. Whether it’s a bouquet bunch or a professionally designed arrangement, flowers make any occasion a special occasion.

Remember, always always always go to your local florists for flowers. You’ll get quality, long-lasting flowers and help your community all at the same time! Your florist will also be able to choose the most fitting selection of flowers for your occasion and budget.

Filed Under: Gift Ideas, Seasonal Flowers, Seasonal Ideas Tagged With: Fall Color, Fall Flowers, Giving Flowers, Romance, Rose

Send The Beauty of Fall Through Flowers

October 15, 2012 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

There’s nothing more beautiful than a good fall. This year, fall has came early to many areas of North America. Because of the intense drought we saw this summer, fall 2012 is predicted to be one of the most beautiful and colorful autumns we’ve seen in a long time. Here in Arkansas, the leaves are just about to turn, and I know I couldn’t be more excited.

With our dwindling daylight and cooler overnight temps, you could be just now seeing hints of fall color, or might have already seen the peak of your fall beauty. No matter what the case, you can easily enjoy the beauty of fall. Order flowers for yourself, your home, and friends!

Take advantage of the season before it’s gone! Be sure to get out for a long, Sunday drive. Go camping. Visit a local state park. Just get outside and enjoy it while it lasts!

(Check out: Fall Foliage Guide via TheWeatherChannel)

Decorating For Fall

We decorate for fall like no other season. This is probably because it is one of the most naturally-beautiful and colorful seasons. Fall decor and Thanksgiving go hand-in-hand. Why not start early? The best way to decorate for fall, or any season, is to visit your local flower shop. They’ve certainly got you covered for all-things autumn. [Read more…]

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Sending Fall Flower Arrangements

October 2, 2012 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

All fall flower arrangements shown below are real arrangements that were created and delivered by real local florists all across the country and Canada.

Early fall flower arrangement by Trigs Floral & Home in Minocqua, WI

The colors of fall are so striking and magnificent, it’s easy to see why autumn is many people’s favorite season. The deep reds, the rustic browns, the sunset orange — fall is such a beautiful season. Why not enjoy the beauty of fall indoors as well as out? It’s easy with your local florist!

Fall arrangement by Buds & Blossoms, Edgewood MD

Fall flowers offer a little pick-me-up for all to enjoy. Think about working hard all day at your desk, wouldn’t it be better with a beautiful arrangement of fall flowers to brighten up your week?

Discover the Treasures of Fall Flowers

September 27, 2012 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

This year seems to have flown by. Can you believe it will be October in just a couple of days? For October, we’ve chosen Fall Treasures to be our favorite flower arrangement of the month. It’s the perfect arrangement to discover the fantastic flowers of fall. Sunflowers, roses, carnations, and snapdragons – all in the harmonious hues of the season.

Fall Treasures can be sent to yourself or a friend as a little pick-me-up to get a jump-start on the fall season. I know what you’re thinking, “I can’t send flowers to myself..” Of course you can! Sometimes it pays to treat yourself once in a while, especially before you jump head first into the upcoming holiday season.

Of course, sending flowers to a friend or loved one is almost doubly rewarding. If you know someone who could use a fresh start this fall, why send this arrangement and let them discover Fall Treasures for themselves?

Just remember, always always ALWAYS use a local florist when sending flowers. If you don’t know the local florist in the city you would like to send flowers, use our handy florist finder to find them directly.

Filed Under: Flower Suggestions, Seasonal Flowers Tagged With: Fall, Fall Color, Fall Flowers, Sending Flowers

Florist Friday Recap 9/15 – 9/21: Autumn Allure

September 21, 2012 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

It is, of course, our readers favorite day of the week – Friday! The day when we showcase all of the incredible designs our florist friends have shared with us on Facebook this week. Although tomorrow (Sept 22) is the official first day of fall, florists have had a jump on it for a few weeks now! So let’s get on to the pictures and enjoy the allure of autumn colors.

Fall Flower Arrangements

Early fall flower arrangement by Trigs Floral & Home in Minocqua, WI

“Feeling fallish…?”

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Fall flowers by Monday Morning Flowers, Princeton NJ

“Folks have started asking for fall flowers. So much fun!”

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The Colors of Fall – Trends for 2012

September 18, 2012 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

Possibly the most beautiful season of all, the colors of autumn are something we look forward to all year. The rustic reds, dusty oranges, and saffron yellows tantalize our senses like no other hues. However, it’s often the POP of accent color that takes everyone by surprise.

Last year, a washed-denim blue was a popular favorite. It was everywhere you would see fall color — wedding flowers, fashion trends, and especially home decor. This fall, blue is back but in even more colors and shades. You will also see a lot of unexpected colors, such as: lime greens, purples, magentas and other jewel tones.

2012 Fall Flower Color Trends

Let’s take a look at a few fashion-inspired color palettes you can use for your fall flowers and decorating.
(4Florists: Create and promote designs using these trendy colors and you’ll do more than turn a few heads this fall!)

Early Fall - Fall color trends

Early Fall

The colors of early fall give re-energize us and get us excited for the season to come. In the color palette above, you see an abundance of bright greens and yellows, just like the first stages of the changing leaves. Pops of rusty brown and burgundy really make this color scheme a big trend for the season.

Fall–The Garden’s Grand Finale

October 19, 2011 by Cindy Dyer 2 Comments

Fall is my garden’s grand finale, the last big hurrah of color before the long hibernation of winter. As the multitude of green hues of spring and summer fade, leaves begin to change color with the crisp cool air and sunny shortened days.

The fall season showcases plants in a rich palette of jewel tones—deep regal purples, pale lavenders, rich russet reds, the punch of orange, velvety maroons, sunny yellows and amber-like golds.

Fall blooms tend to last the longer, too, in both the garden and in bouquets—an added bonus to late season gardening! Try adding some of these plants below to bring jewel tones to your own garden. Many work beautifully as cut flowers for stunning bouquets that can bring the season indoors.

Strawflowers (Helichrysum Bracteatum)

Strawflowers

Strawflowers (Helichrysum Bracteatum) are “everlasting” annual flowers that can also be dried for winter bouquets. Hardy up to frost, they prefer sun to partial shade and are drought-tolerant. Native to Australia, where they grow as wildflowers, they come in a wide range of hues: yellow, orange, red, rose, white and pink, as well as this two-tone variety.

Spiderwort

One of my favorite flowers to grow and photograph is the perennial Spiderwort (Tradescantia x Andersoniana). These unusual three-petaled flowers grow in clusters and work as excellent filler flowers in arrangements. Other varieties include ‘Snow Cap’ (pure white), ‘Valor’ (deep purple-red), and ‘Concorde Grape’ (deep violet).

The original Spiderwort species, an easy-care favorite in country gardens, is Virginia Spiderwort (Tradescantia virginiana). It is one of the longest bloomers in my garden—putting on a show from June until fall. Spiderwort prefers full sun or very light shade for the most prolific blooming. It can be also grown indoors as a houseplant.

Spiderwort (Tradescantia x Andersoniana)

Feeling Fall-ish?

September 19, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell 1 Comment

Fall is the wonderful transition from the sizzling summer to ice cold winter; the time when the weather is just perfect. It’s almost like a second spring that’s even more beautiful: with flowers blooming and colorful trees turning their autumn colors. Overall, it’s just a wonderful season to be celebrated while it lasts.

Fall History

Before the 16th century, harvest was the term used to refer to the season. However, as more people moved away from farming to living in towns, the word harvest lost its reference and came to refer to only the actual activity of reaping, and autumn, as well as fall, began to replace it as a reference to the season. Although we do not call it harvest anymore, we still use many references from harvesting in our fall decor: cornucopias, wheat, gourds and pumpkins, corn, hay, etc.

Why We Love Fall

Fall is arguably the favorite of all seasons. Everyone loves the colors of fall and seasonal decor during this time is a MUST in most homes. You will see hay, pumpkins scarecrows as yard decor all season. Some of our favorite holiday parties happen during fall: Halloween & Thanksgiving. Halloween pumpkin carving is a favorite fall activity that dates back to the 1700s and Thanksgiving is all about celebrating the bounty of fall. American Football also gets everyone together for a party. Long fall nights are made for spending time indoors with family and friends.
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The Rustic Spirit of Fall Through Flowers

September 7, 2011 by Flower Shop Network Leave a Comment

The look this fall is: Rustic Chic

And with fall right around the corner, now is the time to start thinking Autumn colors! You want your rustic-themed bouquets and flower arrangements to look effortless, chic and natural. Organic colors will blend perfectly into your fall wedding.

Dark reds

Deep yellows

Burnt oranges

Deep purples

Sage greens

Add The Spirit of Fall To Your Wedding Ceremony

Think about all of the things that make the fall season so memorable and unique:

pumpkins,

rustic vines

figs

moss

cornucopia

berries

grass

different colored leaves

acorns

twigs

holiday ribbon

Using the above fall accessories, you can create an organic, chic rustic-themed bouquet. These simple, easy to find accessories will compliment any wedding ceremony. Textures make a huge impact and by creating a floral design with these alternative accessories you are sure to express your creative spark in more ways than one!

Your local florist can create the prefect wedding bouquet for you. Or if weddings aren’t on your horizon, opt for a beautiful arrangement of fall flowers instead! Same principles apply!

For more wedding photos, visit our sister site Wedding & Party Network’s galleries.

The bouquet featuring orange lilies was created by Floral Design & Home Decor in Coeur D Alene, ID

Filed Under: Seasonal Flowers, Trends, Wedding Flowers Tagged With: Fall, Fall Color, Fall Decorations, Fall Flowers, Fall Inspiration, Fall Trends, Fall Weddings

Favorite Flower Arrangement of the Month: September

September 1, 2011 by Mandy Maxwell Leave a Comment

Fall Treasures – September Flower Arrangement

I know it’s not fall yet, but almost is! Fall Treasures (pictured above) mixes the brightness and sunshine of summer with the warm palette of autumn, which is why it’s perfect for September!

Although this beautiful flower arrangement is perfect for any occasion, there are many great holidays in September you might consider sending it for:

Good Neighbor Day is September 7th – Send flowers to your neighbor to brighten their week!

National Grandparent’s Day is September 11th – Grandma & Grandpa would LOVE to have this array of cheery flowers!

The first day of autumn is September 23rd – Nothing says fall like the warm colors of autumn; this design is a festive way to celebrate the changing seasons!

So if you need to send flowers in September, remember the Fall Treasures flower arrangement for big smiles every time.

Filed Under: Flower Suggestions Tagged With: Fall Color, Fall Flowers, Fall Inspiration, favorite flower, Flower of the Month

Feeling Romantic? Send Your Sweetie a Rustic-Rose Fall Arrangement!