by BloomNation | Apr 7, 2023 | Florists, Flower Care, Flower Style, flowers, Inspiration, Types of Flowers, Uncategorized, Weddings
Today I’ve invited blogger extraordinaire, Rebecca Levinson, from Grasshopper to share her favorite floral blogs. Grasshopper is a company “built by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs.” They’re big fans of how florists in particular utilize...
by BloomNation | Oct 7, 2014 | DIY, Fall, Floral Arrangements, Flower Style, flowers, Inspiration, Local Florists, Party, Seasonal Flowers, Special Occasion Flowers, Types of Flowers
I’m so excited to welcome Brooke Wetzel, owner and lead designer of The Plum Dahlia, to 5th & Hollyhock to talk about Día de los Muertos Floral Arrangements! Today Brooke is sharing her unique Día de los Muertos (“Day of the Dead”) floral...
by BloomNation | Jun 9, 2014 | Types of Flowers
Many florists and growers use the more formal name of ranunculus flowers, with the cutest meaning ever: little frog. Others might find the more common “buttercup” name more familiar. But not all species of ranunculus are buttercups! With around 600 species in the...
by BloomNation | Jun 21, 2013 | Types of Flowers
A dahlias flower whose colorful blooms can range in size from 1 inch to 1 foot is sure to attract attention. Prized by gardeners and florists not only for their beauty, but also their variety, dahlias make wonderful additions to bouquets and arrangements. For some,...
by BloomNation | Apr 12, 2013 | Types of Flowers
Cabbage roses are named for the dense swirl of petals that make up the center of this lovely flower. In fact, the scientific name for this rose variety is Rosa centerfolia, which means hundred petaled rose–though it’s possible that there are not quite a...
by BloomNation | Mar 26, 2013 | Types of Flowers
Asian flower arranging combines artistry, mindfulness, and tradition. Our florists are artists in their own right, creating floral designs that delight, enchant, and bring smiles to faces. Like any artist, however, florists draw from a variety of historical influences...