The ultimate showdown between hydrangeas and Callas took place this week on our Instagram page. If you missed it, here’s a recap: This week we asked you to vote for hydrangea or Callas, and boy, were we in for a surprise—this week’s winner won by a landslide! And, you know what, what with the winning variety’s seemingly magical color-changing properties, we should have seen it coming! Welcome to the world of hydrangeas, the winner of this week’s flower showdown. It’s All in the Name What’s in a name, you—or Shakespeare—may ask. When it comes to this week’s winner, the answer is, well, everything. Let’s break it down. Hydrangea, a name…
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A Luxurious Voyage into the Decadent World of Garden Roses
Roses are undeniably the most popular flower in the world, beating out 400,000 other types of flowers for this enviable title—quite an incredible feat! We all love roses, but why? Nearly everything about this species is flawless. And just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, breeders came in and created the modern garden rose, and nothing has been the same since! The Grand History of Roses Before we get into the garden roses of the present, let’s head way back to understand how we got here. Roses are one of the world’s oldest flowers known on the planet. In fact, a rose fossil was found that dates all…
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The Charming Charmelia®: A New Standout in the Luxury Flower Market
Are you familiar with the relatively new variety known as Charmelia®? Meaning “charming beauty,” this stunner hit the premium flower market fewer than 10 years years ago. So if you’re not familiar with it, welcome to the Charmelia® fan club! It’s nice to have you; we’re the club’s founding members, and if you make it to the end of this article, you’ll likely want to join the club as well! The Charmelia® Origin Story You may not know Charmelia®, but you’ve likely heard of Alstroemeria. Charmelia® and Alstroemeria are related, so you’ll see some similarities when it comes to size, look, and color. It’s important to know that Charmelia® is…
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5 Ways to Make Mom Feel Loved On Mother’s Day And Beyond!
A mom’s work is never done. No matter how exhausted she may be, she keeps going. If she’s worried about something, she digs deep and finds hope. Even when she’s down, she always has the energy to be your biggest cheerleader. And in all of life’s madness, mom is always ready to put down everything to take your call. She’s your champion 365 days a year, so why should she get just one? This is our official pitch to make Mother’s Day….Mother’s month? Year? Mom’s always got you on her mind, so let’s remind her that you’re always thinking about her too. Try a few of the following ways to…
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Garden Like a Pro 4 Tips from the Enjoy Flowers Farm Team
Thank you for joining us in celebrating National Garden Month this April. We laughed, we cried, we dug and we pruned! But the big question remains—have you started working on your garden yet? For most of the United States, the best time to start is, well, now! Follow along for more about our farms and tips from the gardening team that makes our Enjoy Flowers subscriptions a (pretty) possibility. Meet the Gardening Pros at Enjoy Flowers Our Colombian farms are run by an incredible team of 1,500 employees that manages the planting, tilling, pruning, recycling, quality control, designing, packaging, logistics, customer service, and more! We proudly employ an equal number…
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5 Botanic Gardens to Plan Your Next International Trip Around!
Straight from the source, these botanical gardens are a mecca for flower fans who want to immerse themselves in natural wonders, learn about local ecosystems, and support the conservation and study of the world’s more rare (and stunning) plants! Botanical gardens are an exceptional attraction for tourists and locals alike! For locals, it’s a great way to get away from the hustle-bustle of city life and escape to nature without even leaving the city limits. For tourists (and curious local citizens), these gardens are a delightful glimpse at the flowers, terrain, and climate of the region. You’ll find flora with its scientific botanical name and vegetation being studied to be…
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Totally Instagrammable Flower Fields You Have to See and Snap!
We don’t travel FOR the photos, but we do love putting together a totally chic Instagram post after a trip! Read on for 4 fabulous flower fields that are sure to make some stunning photos—even if you aren’t a pro photographer! Endless Fields of Lupins in New Zealand Our trip starts in the land of hobbits and sheep, the endlessly-charming New Zealand. While you should certainly head to New Zealand for much more than just flowers (including 13 unparalleled national parks, bustling cities, active volcanoes, enormous glaciers, the Southern Lights, adventure sports, and oh-so-much more!), lupin season is the best time to visit (in our humble, flower-obsessed opinion). These purple…
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Attention All Tulip Lovers: Must-See Tulip Destinations (Outside of Holland)
When you hear the word “tulip”, where does your mind go? Easter, spring, and Holland, right? Makes sense as tulips are a quintessential bloom for Easter celebrations, they represent the arrival of spring, and Holland has some of the most legendary tulip fields scattered across its picturesque countryside and major cities! While we certainly want to visit the Netherlands (especially Keukenhof in spring, which boasts more than 7 million tulip blooms each year), it’s time for all tulip lovers out there to add a few more must-see spots to their Bloom Bucket List! Let’s first discuss why tulips are just oh-so-loveable. Simply put, there’s pretty much nothing not to love!…
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Top 4 Flower Destinations You Can Roadtrip To!
Are you sitting next to your space heater with long johns, gloves, and a parka plotting your winter escape? Same. How are we keeping warm? By pinning travel inspo, of course! Read on for our top 4 US luscious locations full of fabulous flowers that you can road trip to. Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina These pretty mountain peaks run all the way from Georgia to Pennsylvania, but you’ll find the highest points in North Carolina. The Blue Ridge Mountains are known for the bluish haze, which is produced by the trees and landscape. This mountain range boasts thousands of miles of hiking trails, waterfalls, whitewater rafting, fishing, swimming holes,…
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12 Pet-Approved Varieties You Need in Your Vase Now!
Love having fresh flowers around the house but worried about the safety of your curious cats and canines? That’s a common concern for pet lovers everywhere, but don’t fret—you can have your flowers and enjoy them too! While there are a number of plants and flowers that are poisonous to cats, dogs, and other pets, there are many that are completely safe and pet-friendly! But as with anything related to the health of your pets, do be sure to follow up with your vet if you have any specific questions or concerns. Also, try to keep all flowers and plants out of reach of your pets, because too much of…
