Ever wondered how the famous Chrysanthemum plant got its name? The truth is that this name got derived from the Ancient Greek χρυσός chrysos, which means ‘gold,’ and Ancient Greek ἄνθεμον anthemion, which means ‘flower.’ The reason behind the same is that this plant looks like a treasure when it blossoms. From this point on, […]
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Are you looking for sustainability tips for florists? What is green-thinking anyway? Aren’t all flowers sustainable, or at least less damaging to the planet? There are many things that a professional florist can do to enhance the sustainability of their business while maintaining the quality of flowers that they provide. These sustainability tips for […]
It is the Hybrid Orchid, popular by the name Vanda Miss Joaquim. As something like Frankenstein orchid, it was given the name ‘Vanda Miss Joaquim.’ This hybrid orchid was generated from cross-breeding two different flower species by Singapore-based Agnes Joaquim, an Armenian horticulturist. He created this hybrid orchid in the 1890s. Due to its distinct […]
Types of Chrysanthemums One of the most popular flowers in the world among cut flowers is the flower of Chrysanthemum. In fact, different types of Chrysanthemums are cultivated for different purposes. Some varieties of Mums are grown in pots while some are used as garden beds and borders. Because of the attractive blooms, Chrysanthemums are […]
Cold Room Temperature For Cut Flowers What customers want and how to provide them those wants and expectations are the two main questions that you should answer to ensure success in your retail florist business. It is expected that customers want lasting flowers, but how to make that happen is another story. In floristry, several […]
Pros & Cons Real Live Christmas Tree vs. Artificial Christmas Tree Christmas trees have not always been a tradition on Christmas. Generally, it is believed that the Germans included this tree in the Christmas celebration more than 400 years ago. The Hessian armed forces brought this tree to America, who were paid to fight for […]
Choosing a live Christmas tree is the most classic tradition during the holiday season. While this time to head to a tree farm comes around only once upon a year, it is a memory that you are going to cherish for decades. So, do not buy a sad tree this year. Here, we will show […]
Types of Christmas Trees: Your Real Christmas Guide Find here the different kinds of live Christmas trees people can purchase for their homes this holiday season. A Christmas tree is a classic festive icon that never misses to charm. According to the BCTGA (British Christmas Tree Growers Association), about 8 million live Christmas trees are […]
A beautifully ornamented Christmas tree is one of the iconic elements of the holiday season. Packed with magical lights and classic handcrafted ornaments, a Christmas tree is something that we all adore. If you are wondering how to decorate a Christmas tree like a professional, you can go for a theme that coordinates well with […]
Traditionally, an evergreen fir tree has been used for celebrating winter festivities (Christian and pagan) for thousands of years. Pagan used its branches for decorating their houses during the holiday season as this made them think about the arrival of spring. Also, Romans used these trees for decorating their worship places at the Saturnalia festival. […]