The Journey of Our Fresh Cut Flowers to Florists
Flowers travel a long way from their place of origin —in the most remote places in the world—until they reach the United States. Discover our process of receiving and shipping the best flowers, and how we guarantee their durability until
Flower Fact Friday: Celosia
Celosia in greek is 'kelos,' which means burned and refers to the brightly colored floral head. There are different types of celosia: The Plumosa group have upright flowers and are feathery-shaped, while the Cristata type have intricate ridges that resemble a brain. The flowers are
Flower Fact Friday: Kale
Kale is also known as ornamental cabbage, and it belongs to the cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower family. The leaves are flat and broad with contrasting colors. Kale grows best between October and November in full sun. They thrive in cold weather, and
Flower Fact Friday: Heliconia
Did you know Heliconia is a tropical plant named after Mount Helicon and is derived from the greek word 'helikonios'? In Greek mythology, Mount Helicon was the seat of the Muses, which were said to remain young and beautiful forever
Flower Fact Friday: Peonies
We are very excited to announce that peonies from Holland are back in production. The season runs from April through early July. Dutch peonies have a larger bloom diameter and sturdier stems. There are also more colors to choose from
Flower Fact Friday: Eryngium
In floral design, Eryngium is used as accent filler, but did you know this plant actually produces a popular herb called Culantro (E. foetidum)? Characteristics Native to the mediterranean and Europe, Eryngium is a tropical perennial and belongs to the Apiaceae family.
Flower Fact Friday: Garden Roses
Garden roses are highly regarded especially in the floral industry. Their charming nostalgic appeal and exquisite fragrance is irresistible making it a popular choice for wedding floral designs. Due to the high demand and lengthy production process, garden roses are
Flower Fact Friday: Dusty Miller
Characteristics Dusty Miller, or Jacobaea maritima, is an annual subshrub. It is native to the Mediterranean, and usually grows in arid conditions in full sun. Although they are fairly heat and drought resistant, during the winter this leafy plant does best
Flower Fact Friday: Hydrangea
Did you know hydrangeas are native to eastern Asia? In Japan, they are grown in the mountaintops and typically these species have smaller leaves and flowers. There are about 23 known species of hydrangeas, and only five of those are
Flower Fact Friday: Tulips
When I think of spring, tulips come to mind. They are colorful, attractive, and last long as fresh cut flowers. Did you know Tulips were first cultivated in the Ottoman Empire, or Turkey as we know it today? History Tulips were introduced in