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Show your mum how much you love her with a gift of flowers that suits her personality(24/03/2011)
The earliest celebration honouring mothers dates back to the annual spring festival of ancient Greece dedicated to Rhea, the mother of the Gods. The Greeks would pay tribute with honey-cakes and fine drinks and flowers at dawn. Centuries on, Mother's Day is still the biggest flower-buying day in the year in Britain: each year sales increase by an average of 70% on a normal day's trading. There’s a flower and plant to suit every type of Mum, wh... [more]
Get the right message across by selecting the right roses(02/02/2011)
Sending flowers on February 14th is the perfect way to show affection. Use some of the Flowers & Plants Associations suggestions and you can make the message even more special. The Flowers & Plants Association gives a run down on what roses to ask for if you want to get the right message across. Not all roses are the same: Some will guarantee a night of affection, others will get you a kiss if you’re lucky! And then of course the colour you ch... [more]
Choosing the right bunch for Valentine's(24/01/2011)
Women can spot a hastily bought bunch of flowers from the garage a mile off. Not only is that more likely to get you a slap round the chops rather than a kiss but they may not last long enough for make up time. Where you buy your Valentine flowers from says a whole load about how you rate your loved one. And while there are many ladies who will appreciate the fact you bought them any flowers at all, you can earn yourself some serious brownie... [more]
Improve your home and your mood with seasonal summer blooms(21/07/2010)
Summer is the time for family fun and holidays – however, over half of Britons forgo the sun for a holiday row, according to travel company Expedia. But research by Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School has found people feel more compassionate toward others, have less worry and anxiety, and feel less depressed when fresh flowers are present in the home. To help Brits release that holiday pressure, the Flowers & Plants Asso... [more]
Houseplants make the perfect gift as they are natural, long lasting and beautiful(23/02/2010)
Over the years, it can be difficult to know what to get for the number one lady in your life on her special day, Mother’s Day – but you can never go wrong with gorgeous cut flowers and potted plants. Add a personalised touch, and you have an even more thoughtful, memorable gift. Lisianthus posy Although they are available all year round, delicate pastel Lisianthus are a perfect Mother’s Day gift for a small gesture (or small person to give... [more]
Show Mum you love her with flowers and plants(03/03/2009)
Flowers have been used to symbolically show how we feel for centuries. Since the time of the Ancient Greeks, flowers have been used to express appreciation and love for our mums on a special day devoted solely to her. Then and now, we use flowers to celebrate everyday moments as well as special days, and depend on them as a symbol to express our emotions. So what better way to show Mum you love her on March 22nd than with flowers and plants? ... [more]
Get the most out of Valentine flowers(14/02/2009)
The Flowers & Plants Association has a few hints and tips on getting the most out of Valentine's Day flowers: Roses Roses are thirsty flowers. Find a clean container, add fresh flower food, fill two-thirds with water, remove any leaves or thorns that will be under the water level, and cut to size; making sure the cut is on an extreme angle. Completely change or top up the water every three days and they'll last up to two weeks. Mixed flowe... [more]
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