Flowers and plants are fun to look at and nice to have around, but did you know that certain ones can actually be pretty dangerous for your cat or dog? “While any plant material can cause mild stomach upset, some plants are much more dangerous,” says Tina Wismer, medical director at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center

So, you just had flowers delivered to you, now what? Keep fresh flowers away from drafts and extreme temperatures, which can quickly dry out the flowers and cause wilting. If your flowers came in plastic, remove this as soon as possible.

Robin Weir AIFD EMC, the owner of Wild By Nature has been in floral design for over 30 years, she is an AIFD accredited designer, and received her European Masters Credentials in the fall of 2021 and has won several awards. She opened her store in Southport in 2014

Do you know when or how to properly repot a plant? Many of us wait until it is bursting out of its pot, pull it out, put it in a new pot, add some soil and hope it grows.

Primary Significance: Thinking of you 12 months a year When it comes to conveying a special meaning with roses, there is more than just the color to consider. The number of roses also plays an important role in the message, and the number most commonly associated with roses is one dozen. The traditional connotation of one dozen roses is love and appreciation, and when we think of a bouquet of roses, it is most often comprised of one dozen stems.

So you just got an airplant? What now? Don't worry, follow these simple steps! Air Plant Care: How To Care For Air Plants

As I sit here at the desk on this Saturday morning I have been reflecting on just how blessed I am to be able to work with the best of God's beauty! This epidemic that we are all facing is effecting us in different ways but is making it perfectly clear that we need to focus on our health and keep those that we love safe.

I know that your wedding is by far the most important day of your life! And as your florist I too want everything to be perfect for you and I mean everything. There are so many details you have to consider that I don't want to be the one to tell you that what you wanted isn't avaiable.

What you need to know to care for holiday greenery Virtually all the greenery we use to mark the holidays is an invention of modern times, though the sacred sentiments they express of goodwill and good cheer are deep-rooted and timeless. Besides poinsettias, there are many other organic, vegetative ornaments that make the season come alive. Just remember that if the holiday spirit is eternal, these plants decidedly are not. Rosemary topiary

Poinsettia Care Guide: Tips and Tricks Nothing says Christmas quite like the poinsettia. Bold and beautiful, the poinsettia plant (Euphorbia pulcherrima) has bright petals that contain small flowers of green and yellow at the center. Poinsettias come in a range of colors from white to orange, but are most popular in their red variety.