A Vibrant Flower With a Strange Name

A Vibrant Flower With a Strange Name

by | 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...
A Flower More Than it Appears–Dahlias

A Flower More Than it Appears–Dahlias

by | 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,...
An Old-Fashioned Beauty – Cabbage Rose

An Old-Fashioned Beauty – Cabbage Rose

by | 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...
Asian Style Flower Arranging

Asian Style Flower Arranging

by | 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...