March 2008
Monthly Archive
Thu 27 Mar 2008
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Here at Flowers24hours.co.uk we have recently been adding to our portfolio of non-flower gifts. Not every present need be a floral one. Even those who do want to send a bouquet or plant might feel that they also want to add to the celebrations with gourmet baskets, fruit, wine or chocolates. Or perhaps to send a more lasting gift such as a soft toy, or a dressing table set. Soaps and other scented and bathtime pleasures are also available on our website, both in the form of combination gifts with flowers, and as separate items.
Thu 20 Mar 2008
Not only should a good potted Narcissus be beautiful but also robust as the unpredictable spring weather can sometimes be quite turbulent. The Narcissus offers both beauty and strength. The assortment of large-flowered potted narcissus consists largely of cut flower strains with attractive long stems. The consequence of this is that stems sometimes weaken when the Narcissus is in full bloom. However, the Narcissus is a real potted plant, it grows solidly, has sturdy stems and ‘hard’ leaves. As a result it can be placed indoors or outdoors, without the risk of wind damage. Neither is a bit of frost any 
kind of problem. Narcissus is tough without compromising on beauty - in fact quite the opposite! You see, the success of the potted Narcissus is increased further by its pleasant scent. The flowering period is up to three weeks. If the stems still have to grow, the lifespan is of course even longer! Potted Narcissus is sold from January to early April
Fri 14 Mar 2008
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Not just a Spathiphyllum but Office Plant of the Year
Last year the Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) was voted the Office Plant of the Year in The Netherlands.
We are not surprised as it is a known fact that plants in the office improve the environment and the well-being of those who work there. And the Peace Lily is the most popular of those plants that help to improve health and well-being at work.
Employers love plants too as they improve creativity, concentration and therefore productivity.
And if you are one of the thousands who sit in front of a computer screen each day, then a plant on your desk will certainly make a difference to your well-being and your productivity! Known for its ability as one of the best air cleaners, it is not surprising that this attractive, easy to care for plant came out on top.
Wed 12 Mar 2008
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Last Monday afternoon we received a late order for three flower arrangements for a hospitality event at the Cheltenham race event on Tuesday. The flowers were to be in red and white, the corporate colours of one of the race sponsors and the intention was that they should adorn a buffet table.
First thing on Tuesday I picked up a newspaper on my train to work and was horrified to see that a large part of the hospitality area at Cheltenham racecourse had been torn apart by the stormy weather. We do so hope that the beautiful arrangement of calla lilies and gerberas that Kalina created survived. If I hear from our customer I will certainly post the news here.
Mon 10 Mar 2008
Flowers have been around as long as language, and people have been talking about them since early days. A whole area of flower meanings, superstitions and customs has grown up in different cultures.
Brides don’t carry a white bouquet in the far east as white flowers are associated with deaths and funerals: not something a wedding party wants reminded of! In most cultures white means peace and also innocence and so is not only popular for funerals, memorials etc but appropriate for a young bride’s flowers.
Red means passion and red roses are the ultimate lover’s gift, whether you send a dozen red roses or a single rose in a box .
Yellow means friendship in some cultures. A floral gift in yellow is cheerful and makes no claims of passion, innocence or even peace. Give a gift of bright yellow sunshine!
Blue flowers are more rare than the other colours in standard florists blooms - its very originality can make blue a splendid gift. Match the colour of her eyes with a bright cornflower blue.
Pink is increasingly popular with girls and women. So much so that many would not send a pink bouquet to a man.
So if you are not entirely decided on one colour or another why not send a lovely mixed bouquet! Leave it up to our florists here at www.flowers24hours.co.uk to choose the best flowers that we have on the day. You can specify colours say pink and purple, or yellowy orangey, and we will make a spectacular creation based on your idea.
Sat 8 Mar 2008
I get to meet all sorts of interesting people in my work as delivery driver for www.flowers24hours.co.uk . Today I delivered a beautiful vase of lilies to TV presenter Ulrika Jonsson, soon to become a mum for the fourth time. The occasion was her wedding to her fiance, advertising executive Brian Monet.
Its nice to know that our flowers are appreciated in the best circles
Mon 3 Mar 2008
The first International Women’s Day was launched on 8 March 1911 in Copenhagen by Clara Zetkin of the Social Democratic Party in Germany. This followed many years of women’s campaigning in many countries calling for women’s suffrage: New Zealand had already given women the right to vote in 1893 and the WSPU were campaigning in the UK.
Purple, green and white are the official international women’s colours. The colours originated from the Women’s Social and Political Union in 1908. The colours were said to represent:
- white for purity in public as well as private life
- purple for justice, dignity, self-reverence and self-respect (and representing the women’s vote)
- green for hope and new life.
These days International Women’s Day is seen as an opportunity to give flowers to a woman to show that you appreciate her. This is a popular reason for flower-giving in Russia and Poland, where flowers are traditionally given in bouquets containing an odd number of blossoms.
Sun 2 Mar 2008
Posted by Nic Brown under
Flowers Uk Online1 Comment
In my work as a delivery driver for Flowers24hours.co.uk I get to see our customers at all the important times in their lives. On the 29th February I was present for at least two proposals by flowers. It is the one day, once every four years only, when women are traditionally given the right to propose to their men - and refusal is not allowed!
At least one of the recipients of our flower delivery looked very flustered as he signed for his roses. “Are you sure they’re for me?” he stammered, blushing as red as the flowers.
I expect we shall be receiving an order for his wedding flowers very soon!
Here at Flowers24hours.co.uk we have recently been adding to our portfolio of non-flower gifts. Not every present need be a floral one. Even those who do want to send a bouquet or plant might feel that they also want to add to the celebrations with gourmet baskets, fruit, wine or chocolates. Or perhaps to send a more lasting gift such as a soft toy, or a dressing table set. Soaps and other scented and bathtime pleasures are also available on our website, both in the form of combination gifts with flowers, and as separate items.