Guy's Guide To Flowers

Guys Guide To Flowers!

We are here to help! With these helpful hints on flowers, you will feel more confident about choosing beautiful blooms for that special someone in your life!

Something Simple & Sweet-
Consider a mixed bouquet of daisies, lilies and wild flowers. This mixed bouquet is appropriate no matter what the occasion. Perfect for the "New" relationships. It simply lets that special someone know that you are thinking of them. A local florist can deliver the flowers to your recipient with a message card.

Someone need a pick me up-
A basket of Flowers or a flowering plant with a teddy bear is just the right touch to brighten someone’s day! Perfect for someone who is having a bad day or doesn’t feel well.

True Love-
Roses can represent many things. Red Roses have been long known for their association with LOVE. But don’t feel confined to just red! If you know she likes pink, then send her 1 dozen pink roses. For special occasions, such as Birthday, Valentine’s Day or Anniversary, make more of an impression by sending a spectacular 2 or 3 dozen roses in a vase. To be unique, send 2 or 3 dozen of a more rare flower, like calla lilies:) WOW! Add balloons and a bear for a real surprise!

When in doubt…
Ask the florist. They are the experts! Tell the florist what kind of personality your recipient has. Maybe even what colors they like. With your sentiment in mind, they can recommend the perfect arrangement.

Include a Message…
Always include a message with your flowers. Even if it is simply, “From, John” or “Love, Phil”. It can be very frustrating to some people to receive a gift without knowledge of who sent it. Simple sentiments like….. “Just wanted you to know I am thinking about you today” or “Thank you for being you” are appropriate. Of course, If the gift is being sent for a particular occasion, mention that. For example, “Happy Birthday to a Beautiful Woman- With Love, John”. Perfect! Simple and Sweet!

Add something special-
Florists often have many things that can be added to your floral arrangement to make it extra special. Plush Animals, Mylar and Latex Balloons and Chocolates are just a few of the items that can compliment your floral gift!

Timing- Remember to order early before busy holidays, especially Valentine's Day! Most florists suggest ordering a week before if possible. This will ensure a better selection of flowers and timely delivery to your recipient.

Finally, Don't order your flowers through a call center! These companies charge you a fee to process your order. Even if they tell you that they don't charge you fees, they will absorb a portion of your money, and then pass the order on to a local florist at a decreased value! Make sure you order your floral gift directly from a real local florist in the town you are sending them to. No Middleman, No Extra Fees! This will ensure that you get the best value & service! Your floral gift will be beautifully designed for presentation. Very impressive! Find a REAL Local florist here!

Sympathy Flowers

Sending a floral tribute is a very appropriate way of expressing sympathy to a family who has experienced the loss of a loved one. Flowers express a feeling of life and beauty and offer much comfort to the family. A floral tribute can either be sent to a funeral/memorial service or to the family’s residence. Here we offer some suggestions to assist you in sending sympathy flowers.

• Sympathy Basket- Appropriate to send to a funeral service or memorial service. Pricing will vary depending on the type and quantity of flowers. Ask your florist for details and availability of specific flowers.
  
• Funeral Spray- This is a large arrangement designed in floral foam and attached to an easel. It is appropriate to send to a funeral service. Sometimes they are transported to the gravesite. Try to order a spray at least a couple days before the service, as it takes time to create this large arrangement. An alternative to this artistic style is to have your florist use a cross form. Ribbons with sentiment can also be added for a personl touch. Your florist can deliver this spray to the service with an identification card, including your message.
  
• Wreath- A beautiful alternative to a standard funeral spray. Wreaths are also attached to an easel. Wreaths are often placed at the service, and sometimes moved to the gravesite. Some wreaths can be heart shaped. Ribbons with sentiment can also be added for a personal touch.
  
• Casket Cover- One of the most impressive sympathy floral designs is a casket cover. They do come in a variety of sizes. Casket sprays come in Quarter, Half or Full Casket Style which is the whole length of the casket. Because it would be difficult to accomodate more than one of these large designs, you will want to make sure that the family has not already arranged for one of these. These are one of the more expensive sympathy floral designs. These tributes also need to be ordered in advance, as they are large and take time to create.
  
• Inside Casket Piece- A memorial tribute specifically made to be placed in the casket. Whether it be a small clutch of flowers, a garland or a small wreath, this flower design can be placed on the inside lid of the casket, for open casket services. This is also typically supplied by immediate family, and not sent as a sympathy arrangement.
  
• Flower Vase- If you are unable to send something to the service, consider sending a vase of flowers to the family’s residence. This is appropriate before or after the service. It is best not to send it the day of the service, as the family will not be at home to accept delivery. A beautiful vase of flowers can express your sympathy to the entire family during their difficult time. Include a message card with your name(s). Your florist can recommend an appropriate style to send to your recipient.
  
• Peace Lily- An indoor green plant with white blooms, appropriate to send to the family’s residence. Be sure to have the florist add a message card, just as you would include with a flower arrangement. The Peace Lily is popular as a sympathy plant, most likely due to it’s namesake. Your florist may also be able to suggest another blooming plant.
  

Some final notes:

• Pet Loss can be just as tragic to someone as losing a human member of their family. Don’t forget to send flowers to those mourning the loss of a beloved pet. They will appreciate your support and condolences.
  
• Consider sending flowers after the funeral. It is also a thoughtful gesture to send flowers even weeks after the funeral service to show the family that they are in your thoughts. It would be appropriate to include a message card letting them know you are thinking of them.
  

If you are unsure about what would be appropriate to send, ask your florist. They are the experts, and can recommend the ideal floral design to express your sympathy. Remember to order your flowers from the florist in the town you are sending your floral tribute to. This will ensure that you are getting the best value and professional service. Avoid fees by calling a real local florist directly. Search our FREE directory here; www.flowerpowernetwork.com.

Sending Plants & Dish Gardens

Want to send something unique and long lasting? Consider a plant or dish garden! Florists often carry a variety of plants, green and sometimes blooming. Dish gardens are usually 2 or more plants often in a basket or a decorative container. Some florists can even add fresh cut flowers to your dish garden to add a splash of color. Sending a plant or dish garden can be appropriate for many occasions such as;

• New Business
• New Job
• New Home
• Corporate Gifts for new or loyal clients
• Promotion
• Get Well
• Thank you
• Sympathy
  

A message card can be added to your plant/dish garden order just like a flower arrangement, personalizing your long-lasting gift. If the container allows, a colorful bow can be added as well. So consider a plant or dish garden the next time you want to send a special gift!

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FAQ Of The Week

Flower Power Network is happy to assist you with your floral questions. Occasionally, we will post these FAQ's to our blog and our website for your convenience. If you have a floral related question, feel free to email us by clicking here. We personally respond to every email. Our question of the week is;

Q. My Grandmother is in the hospital. Can I send her a bouquet?

A. Sending flowers to someone in the hospital can really brighten their day! You will want to be sure to send an arrangement in a basket or vase, as hospitals do not supply vases for wrapped bouquets. In addition, any time out of water will have a poor effect on the flowers. There are a few exceptions where flowers can not be delivered to a patient in the hospital (ie; critical patients in Intensive Care) so it if possible, check with the hospital first, just to be sure.

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