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Did you know that certain blooms in season will cost less than those that aren’t in season? Since many flowers are season-specific, it may be difficult to find the type that you want depending on the time of year. If you have a client that isn’t looking for a specific type of flower for their arrangement, then here’s a list of flowers you can suggest depending on the season. Spring:  Amaryllis, Calla Lily, Cherry Blossom, Gardenia, Hyacinth, Lilac, Orchid, Poppy, Rose, Sweet Pea, and Tulips. Summer:  Baby's Breath, Bird of Paradise, Carnation, Chrysanthemum, Dahlia, Delphinium, Dianthus, Iris, Casa Blanca Lily, and Gloriosa Lilies. Fall: Amaranthus, Anemone, Chinaberry, Gerbera Daisy, Gladiolus, Hypericum, Juniper,Misty Blue, Queen Ann's Lace, Solidago, and Sunflowers. Winter: Acashia, Evergreens, Ginger, Helleborus, Holly Berry, Asiatic Lily, Narcissus, Pepperberry, Phlox, and Proteas.     We stock bulk quantities for resale florists and designers and can ship

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Photo Source: Better Homes and Gardens   Wedding season is in full swing which means some of the hottest flower centerpieces are in season. Some of the season’s most popular blooms included:    Subtle muted shades of pink and dusty rose with a combination of roses and tulips. The muli-vase eclectic look is also very big this season. Colorful mismatched vases give the centerpiece a whimsical feel. Lastly, the simple, natural, outdoor foliage is also trending this year at the more rustic weddings. This trend is all about a minimalistic centerpiece and is perfect for an outdoor causal reception.   Centerpieces can either make or break a reception. The first thing you need to do is figure out what type of setting and feel you want to create for your guests. For a more romantic atmosphere, think about soft rose centerpieces or for the unique and whimsical wedding think about using the multi-vase centerpiece concept. Whatever your centerpiece flare may be, flowers can only b

July Special Features consist of this new collection of wooden and fabric vases. Create a timeless centerpiece with a vintage touch! View more colors, fabrics, and pricing here.  Check out our July Special Feautures video here

When planning for your wedding or big event, you are probaly are trying to figure out what type of flower to use. Did you know each flower has a specific meaning? So whatever your mood or vision for the day may be, choose a flower accordingly.   Did you know that magnolia means love of nature and stephanotis signifies marital happiness? During the Victorian era, The Language of Flowers created an ultra-romantic language for lovers' correspondence in which flowers replaced words. If you want to suffuse your wedding flowers with symbolism, check out our guide to the most popular wedding flowers and decide which messages move you most.  Baby's Breath means innocence while the Gardenia has a meaning of purity and joy. For a full list of flowers, their meaning, and where to best put them in your ceremony, see here.