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February 22, 2011 |

Announcing a new home for the Teleflora Community

by Andrea

Effective today, we’re moving this blog to our brand new Teleflora Community site. Some of you might have already explored this new site, which gives us the opportunity to offer many more features to our readers. We'll continue to feature Teleflora company news and announcements in the What's New category, along with holiday, event planning, and floral artistry tips and trends in the Teleflora Tips section. We've added our Flower News content to the community site as well, to keep you up-to-date on the latest floral headlines from around the world.

Teleflora Community is also a place to host giveaways and sweepstakes! Our first sweepstakes has already launched, and there's still time to enter our Meet Faith Hill sweepstakes, where one lucky winner will travel to Hollywood and go behind the scenes on our newest commercial shoot with musician Faith Hill. In an effort to increase community interaction, we've built our Community with a focus on you and integrated your product reviews, along with our social media channels.

The FlowerBlog will not be taken offline and it will still host our older posts, but all the new content will live on the new blog. Remember to update your bookmarks, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter for even more great updates from the Teleflora team.

We hope you have enjoyed reading the FlowerBlog and hope you enjoy the Teleflora Community page even more! See you there! 

 

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January 24, 2011 |

Excitement builds for our Big Game spot

by Andrea

Congratulations to the Steelers and the Packers for their victories yesterday! Super Bowl XLV is promising to be a great matchup, and of course a must-watch TV event. ... Read More

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January 10, 2011 |

Kicking off for Valentine's Day with Faith Hill and our Super Bowl ad!

by Andrea

We're so excited to announce our partnership with musician Faith Hill ... Read More

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December 23, 2010 |

Tips for festive holiday centerpieces

by Andrea

Many people are hosting holiday parties, dinners and get-togethers in the coming days. ... Read More

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December 10, 2010 | floral trends

Floral trend: Black is back

by Andrea

Once thought of as morbid, floral experts say black is back when it comes to choosing flower color.

"The trend comes from the fact that black goes with such a range of plants," chief horticultural advisor at the Royal Horticulture Society, Guy Barter, told the London Evening Standard. "People feel a pressure to get the combination of flowers right in the garden, so black and white flowering plants are safe because they go with anything." ... Read More

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December 02, 2010 | flower facts

Tips for Perfect Poinsettias

by Andrea

A sure sign of winter, the appearance of poinsettias on storefront windows is a momentary spectacle, readily abandoned along with the holiday decor. Few may know, however, that these Christmas-season icons hail from tropical climes. Giving them a chance to flower through the months following the holiday season can bring unexpected rewards for those willing to make the effort! ... Read More

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November 23, 2010 |

Getting Ready for Black Friday at Teleflora

by Andrea

With several days still to go until Black Friday, the madness is well underway. This year, stores are stocking up for “Pre-Black Friday” sales on Thanksgiving Day and customers are already camped out awaiting those early morning deals. Here at Teleflora, we’re busy rolling out lots of exciting changes for Black Friday and its online cousin, Cyber Monday.  ... Read More

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November 22, 2010 | special days, on the table, floral calendar

Warm Hearts this Thanksgiving

by Andrea

It’s the Monday before Thanksgiving, and most people are just starting to plan their holiday feasts. But for the last month, my mom’s been diligently polishing her silver, scouring the web for new recipes, and setting the table. Now she’s ready to welcome family from far and wide this Thanksgiving. I don’t know how she does it. (And somehow she’s managed to get most of the Christmas shopping done, too!) ... Read More

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September 30, 2010 | on the table

Decorate your home for autumn

by Nicole

As the warmer weather of summer wanes, many people start spending more time at home, preparing to snuggle in for the winter months. This makes autumn a great time to turn your eye toward seasonal home decor ... Read More

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September 22, 2010 | just because

Fall - In love with flowers!

by Nicole

Today is the first day of Fall! Or the first day of autumn if you prefer. ... Read More

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September 09, 2010 | special days

Grandparent's Day is almost here!

by Nicole

Sunday, September 12th is National Grandparent's Day. Each year, Grandparent's Day is celebrated the first Sunday following Labor Day ... Read More

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July 27, 2010 | special days

Sisters and Friends - Summer holidays to share your love

by Nicole

Did you know that female friendships are good for your health? ... Read More

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July 22, 2010 | special days

Parents Day is almost here!

by Nicole

Did you know that the US, in addition to Mother's Day and Father's Day, also celebrates Parents Day? ... Read More

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July 20, 2010 | teleflora news

Make Someone Smile Week in the News!

by Nicole

We're excited to see how well our 10th anniversary of Make Someone Smile Week is managing to reach people across the country! ... Read More

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July 15, 2010 | special days, teleflora news

10 years of Make Someone Smile Week

by Nicole

It began with leftovers. A group of florists wondered why the flowers left after a florist convention ... Read More

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July 13, 2010 | what makes you smile?

Make Someone Smile - cute doodles will make you grin

by Nicole

In celebration of our upcoming Make Someone Smile Week program - a charitable program Teleflora sponsors each year ... Read More

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July 09, 2010 | what makes you smile?

Teleflora 1984 commercial featuring George Burns

by Nicole

Today, we wanted to share a neat YouTube find - this is a block of commercials from a random Friday night in 1984 ... Read More

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July 07, 2010 | flower facts

Flower School - summer sunflowers

by Nicole

A classic summer flower, the sunflower is a great bloom to use in summer bouquets or to grow in your garden ... Read More

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June 30, 2010 | flower facts

Celebrate Canada Day and their flower emblems

by Nicole

Tomorrow is Canada’s celebration of their country and their culture – to highlight this, we thought we’d highlight Canada through their floral emblems ... Read More

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June 28, 2010 | on the table

Reuse that vase

by Nicole

Fresh flowers are beautiful, but if cut, they only last so long. If you received a Teleflora arrangement, however, you also received a vase ... Read More

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June 25, 2010 | flower facts

Put your garden to work

by Nicole

Using a few handy tips, you can find flowers and plants that will both look beautiful and also help keep your outdoor living more enjoyable this summer. ... Read More

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June 21, 2010 | flower facts

Flower school - Larkspur or Delphinium?

by Nicole

Gardeners have always known something that took science some time to figure out ... Read More

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June 18, 2010 | special days

Last chance for Father's Day gift delivery

by Nicole

If you wanted to send Dad a bouquet as a gift for Father's Day - here's your warning that time's almost up ... Read More

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June 18, 2010 | special days

Father's Day - last chance!

by Nicole

If you wanted to send Dad a bouquet to make him smile, or a plant he can enjoy for Father's Day ... Read More

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June 14, 2010 | special days

Celebrate Flag Day in the US

by Nicole

Did you know that on this date (June 14) in 1777, the Continental Congress ... Read More

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June 11, 2010 | just because

Red Rose Day is tomorrow, June 12

by Nicole

Tomorrow marks the annual celebration of Red Rose Day ... Read More

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June 09, 2010 | special days

Flowers for Father's Day

by Nicole

Have you decided to do something a little different for Dad this year? ... Read More

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June 07, 2010 | special days

Best Friends' Day - tomorrow

by Nicole

Tomorrow is Best Friends' Day. It's one of those little known (or little recognized) holidays ... Read More

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June 04, 2010 | flower facts

Meet a Flower - Stock

by Nicole

Today, I'd like to introduce you to a flower that you may know by looks, but not by name ... Read More

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May 24, 2010 | just because

Flowers for Baby

by Nicole

Check out these amazing pictures of Teleflora bouquets at a New York City launch ... Read More

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May 21, 2010 | what makes you smile?

Flower Friday - Frolicsome Flowers

by Nicole

I found the most amazing thing shared on Flickr today, so I just had to share it as a Flower Friday! ... Read More

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May 19, 2010 | floral calendar

Wedding season 2010 - sites that inspire

by Nicole

Wedding season is almost upon us (beginning in earnest just after Memorial Day ... Read More

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May 17, 2010 | floral calendar

Memories of Memorial Day

by Nicole

There are just two weeks until the Memorial Day celebration in the US ... Read More

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May 14, 2010 | special days

Tomorrow is Armed Forces Day

by Nicole

Each year since 1950, the United States has celebrated Armed Forces Day on the 3rd Saturday in May ... Read More

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May 12, 2010 | just because

Do you bamboo?

by Nicole

You’ve probably noticed the many bamboo products that are available ... Read More

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May 05, 2010 | special days

Why we celebrate - Mother's Day

by Nicole

Have you told your Mom you love her lately? Have you explained why you love her and ... Read More

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April 30, 2010 | out and about

Mother's Day TV commercial

by Nicole

The 'Talking Flowers' are back for Mother's Day ... Read More

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April 28, 2010 | on the table

Write a card for your Mother's Day gift

by Nicole

Mother's Day is less than two weeks away, so maybe you've already purchased a Mother's Day gift ... Read More

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April 26, 2010 | special days

Graduation time already?

by Nicole

I know that it seems a bit early, but it's already time to start preparing for the wave of graduation parties ... Read More

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April 23, 2010 | special days

More wacky fun holidays!

by Nicole

It's time for round two of our highlighted list of wacky holidays ... Read More

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April 21, 2010 | just because

Thank you to our Admins!

by Nicole

Today is the highlighted day in this week of Administrative Professionals Week ... Read More

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April 16, 2010 | flower facts

Mother's Day - did you know?

by Nicole

Mother's Day is celebrated around the world, but the traditions and details are varied. ... Read More

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April 12, 2010 | what makes you smile?

Tax day's coming - Have you thanked your accountant?

by Nicole

Today, let's talk taxes - okay, not really about taxes or doing taxes, but about thanking the person who's done all of that number crunching for you! ... Read More

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April 09, 2010 | special days

Where to wear the corsage...

by Nicole

The dreaded question that many prom flower buyers ask is: To do the pin-on or a wrist strap on the corsage ... Read More

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April 07, 2010 | special days

Prom - flowers for fashion, and how to do it

by Nicole

Few things are quite as nerve-wracking as buying flowers for someone else to wear ... Read More

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April 05, 2010 | special days

Celebrate your office's MVP...

by Nicole

You know that person... the one who knows how to ... Read More

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March 31, 2010 | special days

Easter bunnies and baskets

by Jacqueline

A hopping bunny with a basket full of colorful eggs is the quintessential image of Easter. ... Read More

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March 29, 2010 | special days

Happy Passover!

by Jacqueline

Today is the start of Passover, the Jewish holiday that marks the Hebrews' escape from slavery in ancient Egypt and honors the endurance of the Jewish people. ... Read More

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March 24, 2010 | flower facts

Flower Wise: What's in season for Spring?

by Nicole

While spring is the season of flowers, there are certain blooms ... Read More

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March 22, 2010 | special days

Why does Easter's date float?

by Nicole

This year, Easter is Sunday, April 4th, but you've probably noticed that it's not the same day ... Read More

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March 19, 2010 | just because

Celebrate the First Day of Spring

by Nicole

It feels like we've been waiting so long, but tomorrow, it's finally here ... Read More

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March 17, 2010 | special days

Flowers for Passover

by Nicole

Passover 2010 begins at sundown on March 29 ... Read More

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March 15, 2010 | just because

Go Green for St Pat's

by Nicole

Green beer and green clothing (to keep from suffering a pinch) ... Read More

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March 10, 2010 | special days

Easter lily time!

by Nicole

It's so exciting! I know spring is near because it's time to talk about ... Read More

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March 08, 2010 | special days

Inspirational women

by Nicole

Today is International Women's Day. While it's not as widely celebrated in the USA and Canada (yet) ... Read More

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March 05, 2010 | what makes you smile?

A case of Spring Fever

by Nicole

As the official start of spring inches closer, anticipation from around the country is easy to see ... Read More

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March 01, 2010 | floral horoscopes

Florascopes for March

by Jacqueline


Welcome back to the horoscope page, where each month you can read ... Read More

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February 17, 2010 | what makes you smile?

Extending the life of your roses

by Nicole

Now that Valentine's Day has come and gone, many people are ... Read More

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February 12, 2010 | special days

Mr. Warmth Super Bowl TV Ad

by Nicole

As we go into Valentine's weekend, don't forget ... Read More

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February 05, 2010 | just because

Ad director 'shares the love' on funny Valentines

by Jacqueline

The Teleflora crew is counting down the hours until the Super Bowl ... Read More

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February 01, 2010 | floral horoscopes

Florascopes for February

by Jacqueline


Welcome back to the horoscope page, where each month you can read ... Read More

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January 27, 2010 | special days

Valentine's Day round-up

by Nicole

The most romantic of holidays is drawing near! ... Read More

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January 25, 2010 | special days

"Big Game"s remembered

by Nicole

Are you ready for some football (and hilarious commercials)?! ... Read More

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January 22, 2010 | what makes you smile?

Enjoy the holidays - even the silly ones!

by Nicole

Most of us don't need a reason to do things like have a good time ... Read More

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January 20, 2010 | teleflora news

The right guy for the job

by Nicole

For a second year, Teleflora has announced a new commercial set to air during the Big Game ... Read More

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January 13, 2010 | florist in the spotlight

Fresh, lovely & local with Teleflora members

by Nicole

Today, we wanted to focus some attention on local businesses ... Read More

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January 11, 2010 | what makes you smile?

Less stress gift giving

by Nicole

Having just finished the ‘gift giving season’ it’s tough to start thinking of presents ... Read More

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January 08, 2010 | floral horoscopes

Florascopes for January

by Jacqueline


Welcome back to the horoscope page, where each month you can read ... Read More

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January 06, 2010 | on the table

Floral design - 2010 trends

by Nicole

The floral experts at Flowers& magazine (a magazine for the floral industry) have compiled an interesting and insightful combination of design trends for 2010 ... Read More

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December 31, 2009 | special days

A Trendy New Year!

by Nicole

We thought today was an appropriate time to offer a brief blog round-up of trends ... Read More

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December 24, 2009 | special days, what makes you smile?

Merry Christmas!

by Jacqueline

Today's post is from guest blogger Thomas Kinkade, ... Read More

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December 23, 2009 | what makes you smile?

A family recipe to share

by Jacqueline

On Flower Blog, we're running a Holiday Cookie Recipe Exchange. ... Read More

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December 22, 2009 | special days, teleflora news

The sleigh ride bouquet, from concept to keepsake

by Jacqueline

Today's post is from guest blogger Thomas Kinkade, ... Read More

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December 21, 2009 | what makes you smile?

TF Cookie Bake-Off winner shares her entry

by Jacqueline

On Flower Blog, we're running a Holiday Cookie Recipe Exchange. ... Read More

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December 18, 2009 | what makes you smile?, teleflora news

Behind the scenes of our Christmas commercial

by Jacqueline

By now, you may have seen Teleflora's Christmas commercial. ... Read More

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December 16, 2009 | special days, on the table

This Christmas, make a statement with red

by Carol

By Carol Caggiano AIFD, PFCI

Although many colors come and go in the spirit of Christmas trends, there is nothing ... Read More

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December 16, 2009 | special days

Flower power! How nature inspires the painter of light

by Jacqueline

Today's post is from guest blogger Thomas Kinkade, ... Read More

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December 15, 2009 | out and about

Blair House holiday decoration calls for top floral talent

by Jacqueline

Style experts and Teleflora florists recently lent their creativity to a prestigious project for the U.S. Department of State. ... Read More

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December 14, 2009 | what makes you smile?

Let the baking begin: It's holiday cookie time!

by Jacqueline

On Flower Blog, we're running a Holiday Cookie Recipe Exchange. ... Read More

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December 11, 2009 | what makes you smile?, teleflora news

Christmas humor

by Nicole

We like to be a little irreverent and funny in our advertisements ... Read More

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December 11, 2009 | special days

Festive flowers for Hanukkah

by Jacqueline

Happy Hanukkah! Hanukkah (also called the Festival of Lights) honors ... Read More

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December 10, 2009 | on the table

Mix and match for a very merry table

by Jacqueline

Today's post is from the trend-setting designers known as the MiGi Girls ... Read More

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December 07, 2009 |

The magic of NYC, the joy of connecting with collectors

by Jacqueline

Today's post is from guest blogger Thomas Kinkade, ... Read More

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December 03, 2009 | floral horoscopes

Florascopes for December

by Jacqueline


Welcome back to the horoscope page, where each month you can read ... Read More

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December 02, 2009 | what makes you smile?

Thomas Kinkade on Christmas past, present and future

by Jacqueline

Today's post is from guest blogger Thomas Kinkade, ... Read More

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December 02, 2009 | what makes you smile?

Festive flowers, fun food: Share your favorite holiday cookie recipe!

by Jacqueline

Oscar Wilde once said, "The only way to get rid of temptation ... Read More

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November 30, 2009 | out and about

Holiday traditions ... Old and New

by Jacqueline

 Today's post is from guest blogger Cindy Cragg, ... Read More

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November 25, 2009 | special days

Happy Thanksgiving!

by Nicole

From Teleflora to you and yours - Happy Thanksgiving!  ... Read More

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November 25, 2009 | poems and quotes

Gearing up to give thanks

by Jacqueline

Just one more day until we gather with family and friends ... Read More

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November 19, 2009 | teleflora news

Finish your table with Teleflora and HSN

by Nicole

Teleflora’s coming to television again ... Read More

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November 16, 2009 | out and about

Wow them with with wreaths

by Jacqueline

Today's post is from guest blogger Cindy Cragg, ... Read More

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November 13, 2009 | teleflora news

“Flower Girl” and more: Our fave romantic comedies

by Jacqueline

The novelist George Sand said: “There is only one happiness in life – to love and to be loved.”

Whether or not you agree, the topic of love and romance has long been rich fodder for storytellers and screenwriters. And, given its universal appeal, love will continue to be explored, celebrated, chased and cherished for years to come. A case in point: This Saturday marks the premiere of the Hallmark Channel original movie “Flower Girl” ... Read More

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November 11, 2009 | flower facts

Pet-Friendly Flowers for Your Home

by Nicole

Our pets are part of our families, and they tend to be curious ... Read More

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November 09, 2009 | on the table

Williamsburg: The inspiration behind the beauty

by Jacqueline

Today's post is from guest blogger Cindy Cragg, ... Read More

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November 06, 2009 | teleflora news

Florist seeks true love in Hallmark movie

by Jacqueline

Turn on the Hallmark Channel next Saturday to see a fairy-tale romance and flowers galore. Marla Sokoloff (“The Practice”) plays Teleflora florist Laurel Haverford in “Flower Girl,” ... Read More

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November 04, 2009 | special days

Give Thanks and Flowers!

by Carol

Thanksgiving is a time of harvest. We celebrate not only the bounty of the field, but also our blessings with family and friends ... Read More

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November 02, 2009 | floral horoscopes

Florascopes for November

by Jacqueline


Welcome back to the horoscope page, where each month you can read ... Read More

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November 02, 2009 |

The gift of family and friends; the gift of Williamsburg

by Jacqueline

Does anyone know how it got to be Nov. 2 and almost time for Thanksgiving? ... Read More

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October 29, 2009 | special days

Spooky and Beautiful Blooms Fit for Halloween

by Nicole

Happy Halloween, everyone!  I thought for today's post, it would be fun to share some spooky, but beautiful, blooms ... Read More