From the pristine coasts of Hawaii to the powder-covered Whiteface Mountains of the Adirondacks, the USA is blessed with beautiful views, incredible people, unique traditions, and some of the most stunning flowers on the planet! And when it comes to our state flowers, there’s literally something for everyone (think roses, poppies, hibiscus, and pine cones—yes pine cones). Scroll our map and read along as we cover the 50 different official state flowers right in time to celebrate the 4th of July in style! Alabama: Camellia The Camellia bush can live up to 100 to 200 years! Alaska: Forget-me-not Its scientific name, Myosotis, was chosen because its leaves resemble mouse ears.…
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Snapdragons vs Pincushions: When a Dragon Meets an Alien
The ultimate showdown between snapdragons and pincushions took place this week on our Instagram page. If you missed it, here’s a recap: Going into this week’s bloom battle between snapdragons and pincushions, we really didn’t know what to expect! Would the snapdragon, a classic cottage variety, win? Or would the intriguing, almost alien-like pincushion beat out its more traditional competitor? With two-thirds of you voting for the more timeless classic, without further ado, your winner is…the snapdragon! Read on for a breakdown of our final floral showdown and all-things snapdragon (and maybe a few-things pincushion. You’ll just have to read to the end to find out!). Formally known as Antirrhinums,…
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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…
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5 Flower Varieties That Celebrate Your Closest Friendships!
“I would rather walk with a friend in the dark, than alone in the light.” — Helen Keller February is about celebrating all beautiful manifestations of love, not just romantic love! This week, we challenge you to focus on the precious friendships, old and new, that you have in your life. Think about your childhood best friend, your work BFF, your newest pals, and your biggest cheerleaders! Meditate on how each of them blesses your life in a unique way. This week let’s honor our closest friends through our favorite medium—flowers! Read on for 5 blooms that perfectly represent the powerful virtues of our most precious friendships. 5 of Our…
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10 facts about wildflowers and other plants
If you are a nature lover, here you will find some interesting facts about the wildflower, those you’ve seen out in the wild, and those cultivated in your garden.
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3 Tips for Bringing Spring Decor into Every Room
Are you ready to bring spring into every room in the house? The Enjoy Flowers team has unanimously voted YES! So, we’ve rounded up our favorite ways to bring the bright cheer of spring inside. Whether you’re trying to keep it simple (aka “no DIYs please”), or you’re ready for a bigger seasonal statement (get your paint ready), we’ve got you covered. Make sure to tag us on Instagram when you share your spring decor additions! Split Your Bouquets Take your bouquet and split it into mini arrangements! You can mix the look up even further by choosing small bud vases, pretty drinking glasses or tea cups to hold your…
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3 Unusual DIY floral arrangements to try in your home
Putting together floral arrangements can be fun and therapeutic. It can also help us to relax. Some people find flower arranging a very rewarding hobby. Flowers bring beauty into a living space. By having flowers in your home you’ll be creating a harmonious atmosphere. Here are 3 easy DIY floral arrangements that you can try at home: Floral arrangements like a succulent centerpiece for your home Succulents are both annual and perennial plants. Cactuses, which are also succulents, are almost all perennials. Succulents add beautiful color and texture to a floral arrangement, and are also water wise and easy to take care of. For a succulent arrangement you will need:…
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10 facts about the wildflower and other plants
If you are a nature lover, here you will find some interesting facts about the wildflower, those you’ve seen out in the wild, and those cultivated in your garden.
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TOP 6 GIFTS FOR ANYONE ON YOUR CHRISTMAS LIST IN 2018
Top 6 Gifts for anyone on your christmas list in 2018 At Enjoy Flowers, we don’t settle for the same-old status quo. We hate boring gifts and, we’re betting you do, too! On a mission to be the best gift-givers around, we’ve come up with the top gifts for 2018! We like you, so we’ll let you in on our holiday secrets… Ready to refresh the game of gifting? Let’s go! Here are the top 6 gifts to give ANYONE on your list: Enjoy Flowers Monthly Subscription Yeah, we’re a little biased… but honestly, we came up with our unrivalled flower subscriptions because we knew there was a need for…
