What are annuals?

QuestionHi, Dead out of ideas, I asked my mom what she would like for Mothers Day. One of the items she mentioned was some annuals. Problem is, Ive never bought flowers before in my life. What exactly are annuals v

Lilacs

QuestionIs is possible to cut lilacs for an indoor bouquet? I have tried in the past, and it seems by the next day those beautifully fragrant flowers are all drooping on there stems! Can you please advise.

Fishbowl arrangements

QuestionI am getting married in September and am currently trying to decide on table arrangements for the reception. I really like calla lilies and I have seen pictures of arangements inside a fishbowl type of vase

pansies

QuestionRoses are for love, what are pansies for? AnswerHello again! Most flowers do have some meaning. With some, different colors mean different things. Ive listed a few of the most popular cut flowe

need help identifying flower

QuestionHi. I need help identifying a flower. Im pretty sure it is some type of exotic flower. If you know the specifics such as variety, species, etc. that would be helpful. Here is the link: htt

Preserving an entire floral arrangement

QuestionI purchased a floral arrangment for my grandmothers funeral and now I am looking for a way to preserve it in its entirety. I want to keep it completely in tact, arrangement and color, etc. Is the

How to arrange silk flowers

QuestionI bought some beautiful fall silk flowers at Hobby Lobby and I put them in a vase and I just cant get them to look right. Can you give any tips on how to arrange them. what goes in first or how

How to make a Grave Blanket

QuestionMaybe I didnt phrase the question well. I dont want to make an arrangement but the actual grave blanket that covers the burial places. The burial plots are covered by greenery and ribbon, etc. on

flowers for centerpieces and such

Questioni am looking for a flower i can use for a adult confirmation/communion. i will looking for invitations to make and centerpieces. i will also make some favors. Can you please advise me on some great selection

silk floral arrangement projects

QuestionJessica, I took classes online, and now I am working on my final exam. I have to make 4 different arrangements. My arrangements just dont have the professional look. I know that probly takes practice, but I

March wedding table top floral arrangements.

QuestionHello. I am in charge of the table top floral decor for an upcoming wedding in March. The wedding will be outside at a winery setting. The brides color is amethyst. I have purchased

Church Arrangements

QuestionMy church is going to redo our pulpit area and I want to do an arrangement in an urn. I have purchased the urn. Im not sure how to make the flowers stand up. I have glads and football mums

Flower Arrangement in Tall Floor Vase

QuestionIm planning to use 36 inch tall clear glass vases (they look like very tall bud vases) with a thin neck & body for my daughters summer wedding. Im planning to have them setting on the floor in front of

Gravesite plant holders

QuestionAnswer - Sorry, Lisa. The only suppliers I know of are in MA and RI. Other than that, I could only suggest a retailer such as Michaels craft stores. Jessica, Who are the suppliers in MA and RI.

Fresh Calla Lilies

QuestionDear Jessica, My friend has asked me to help her with flower arrangements for her sons wedding. She wants to put 9-10 fresh, white, large Calla Lilies plus some bear grass in a tall vase (18X4), as a centerp

Floral Arrangement on TOP of vase

QuestionI am planning my wedding and while looking at reception halls ran into a beautiful centre piece. I would have liked to attach a picture of the centre piece for you to see, however it does not seem a vi

Purple problem

QuestionHi, our budget is small, but I found a great source of hydrangea 20 stems for $144.50 and tulips 10 bunches for $148 or iris about the same. My problem is we have this 14 foot Eiffel Tower, and we need to pu

centrepiece arrangement

QuestionHi, this thing is a godsend! Im having a wedding reception at home, and am looking at some centrepieces that involve a glass bowl and what looks like tortured willow twisted around the bowl. Do you have any

Identification of flowers

QuestionHi Jessica I am a hobby photographer (software engineer by profession). Recently I created an album of flower photographs. However, I have no idea on the botanical names. Most of these are from India. Could

flower arrangements with barbecue shower

Questionhello - I am handling the flower arrangements for a Jack and Jill bridal shower that is a barbecue (so it is very casual). I have purchased sunflowers to be delivered for the event, but can you recomm