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I’ve spent years collecting information on all things floral. I’ve learned all about edible flowers, flower arranging, travel destinations with a flower focus, the language of flowers, flowers in art, music and literature, and how to care for flowers. But by far, the most important thing I’ve learned is that flowers have a positive impact on our well-being.
Welcome to my shortest blog post ever! It may be short, but it’s meaningful. Here is my best tip on how to effectively use flowers to decrease anxiety and stress.
Flowers not only brighten an environment, they can also brighten up your culinary creations - and it doesn’t need to be difficult. Here are five easy ways to use edible flowers:
Do you know someone with a birthday in July? Are you planning on giving them some flowers? An easy way to make your gift extra special is to choose flowers that will create a meaningful message.
With knowing just a few things, your floral gift can be personalized specifically for someone with a July birthday.
We’re all familiar with lavender and chamomile as herbs that are edible and can also be popped into a vase to brighten our environment. But there are many more herbs that can be used both ways. This summer why not experiment with the following summer herbs in the kitchen and in flower arranging.
If you’re someone who loves having flowers in your home (which I hope you are), but you’re worried in the summer heat they just won’t last, here are seven suggestions for flowers that stand up to the heat.
Do you know someone with a birthday in June? Are you planning on giving them some flowers? An easy way to make your gift extra special is to choose flowers that create a meaningful message.
With knowing just a few things, your floral gift can be personalized specifically for someone with a June birthday.
Flower Tourism: Travelling to see flowers around the world.
Rarely do you hear of someone planning a trip with flowers as the focus.
But there are many destinations around the world that boast spectacular displays of wild or cultivated flowers. Here are five places to put on your wish list:
These days all industries - including the floristry industry - are working hard to be more ‘green’.
However, while most florists compost or green bin their natural material waste, many are still using materials harmful to the environment. Flowers are wrapped in cellophane, individual plastic packages of flower food are given out, and floral foam is being used in creating arrangements.
The simple beauty, memorable fragrance, and vibrant colours of flowers make them a rich source of inspiration for creative minds.
Over the years I’ve gathered quite a collection of books, poems, quotes, and song lyrics that reference flowers. Today I’m sharing five of the quotes I’ve collected with you.
Have you ever bought a bunch of flowers, taken them home, popped them into a vase and the next day they look sad and wilted? It’s so disappointing. And while no-one expects flowers to be ever-lasting, they should stay looking fresh and healthy for several days - or even weeks.
Have you ever bought a bunch of flowers, taken them home, popped them into a vase and the next day they look sad and wilted? It’s so disappointing. And while no-one expects flowers to be ever-lasting, they should stay looking fresh and healthy for several days - or even weeks.
