Have you ever walked into a flower shop only to start sneezing uncontrollably? You might be allergic to flowers! Believe it or not, flower (or rather, pollen) allergies are more common than you think. But fret not, as we have compiled a list of flowers you should avoid if you are allergic to pollen. However, that’s not to say that you have to avoid flowers entirely. We have some hypoallergenic flowers listed too! Explaining Pollen Allergies Most people like flowers, because they are beautiful and smell great. They may many occasions seem more celebratory and they make any space more...

If you have a space in your home and office that looks empty, breathe life into it by integrating floral arrangements according to your own style. What's important is that it makes your place more cheerful and gives it a more vibrant personality. You can use only one type of flower or design a combination of different types according to whether you just want to change the theme of the space for a week or whether you want to set the tone for a special occasion in the home or office (Valentine, birthday, job promotion, etc.). 1. Hand-tied Bouquets The...

Sunflowers are perhaps one of the most popular types of flowers. And it’s no wonder why. They are bright, big and colourful. But there is a lot more than meets the eye beyond aesthetics. In this article, our florists will be highlighting some trivia that will help you appreciate it even more! What’s in a Name? How did the sunflower get its name?  The sunflower is indigenous to North America. The source of its name is from the Greek helianthus which is a combination of helios (sun) and anthos (flower). It is actually the only flower with the word ‘flower’...

Roses are a universal symbol of love and passion. In fact, the ancient Romans and Greeks associated roses with their goddesses of love, Aphrodite and Venus.  To this day, it's common for individuals to gift their partners with roses as a token of their love, loyalty, affection and devotion. However, roses are also a symbol of secrecy and confidentiality, and in ancient Rome, individuals would place roses on the door of meeting rooms where private, confidential issues were being discussed.  You may also be interested to learn that different colour roses have different meanings and that not all rose colours...

One of the most exciting things about your wedding will be planning your wedding bouquet. There are many types of bridal bouquets to choose from. Roses are popular, of course, alone or mixed with peonies, ranunculus butterflies and other charming pastel coloured flowers that are popular with brides.   But if you want, our florists suggest that your bridal bouquet could also tastefully include a local wildflower or two that you love. If you're excited by the beauty and fragrance of some charming wildflowers as you walk through the streets of the Garden City, you may want to reflect that...