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Greenhouse to your house

What a morning in the nursery I had today! I love this time of year , I get to go through all the green houses and see everthing in all different stages of growth. Easter lilies and bulbs plants were getting loaded and ready to go out the door. It seems like just yesterday they were in greenhouse number 8 just pots of soil to the untrained eye!  My assistant and I hand selected some of the prettiest bulb gardens, hydrangeas and other flowering plants to bring back to the store with us. We then dressed them up in baskets and bows and got them ready to head from the backroom to the showroom. It's beginning to feel like a holiday again, could Easter be right around the corner??

Feel Good Flowers

Do you want to spread a little happiness and cheer? Pick up a couple of bouquets, give one away, maybe to a friend or a loved one. Bring the other one home with you, that is if you can after the happiness you'll feel when you give one away!

Random Acts of Flowers

M.J. Ryan Inspirational author and coach M.J. Ryan co-created the best-selling Random Acts of Kindness book series, The Happiness Makeover, This Year I Will… and several other books on giving and gratitude. random acts of flowers  is a gift giving guide that is sure to get everyones attention! Be sure to check out her top ten list and then click away your list

Energy and Flowers

Check this out and learn about the energy of flowers:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_eLiZHcGsA&feature=player_embedded#

Not sure what to say in your card message??

Are you in the doghouse and not sure how to say sorry...try some of these messages.....


-Accept these flowers in place of the words I said.


-I wouldn't have made a mistake with my mouth shut.

-OOPS!

-I'm wrong - you're right.

-I muffed it! I'm so sorry!

-I'll never forgive myself...but I'm hoping you will. I'm sorry.

-I may not be perfect, but my apology is close.

-Will these keys let me out of the doghouse? I'm sorry.

What information should I have on hand when I call Schmidt's to order flowers?

If you are having the flowers delivered, have the recipient's full name, address and telephone number ready.


Any special information such as a work number or times the recipient will be at home are also helpful.

Determine your budget before the call and have your payment information ready.

Be sure to write out what message you would like to include on the enclosure card. (Your florist can offer suggestions if you're not sure what you want the card to say.)

It's also helpful to look at the website to see if a particular design appeals to you.

How do I know what flowers to order from a florist??

Flower shops are a treasure trove of arrangement styles, new flower and plant varieties and gift items. Here are a few tips on working with your florist to create a truly personalized gift:



Tell your florist about the recipient's personality.
Is the recipient a dramatic person? Or perhaps romantic, artistic, traditional or outdoorsy?
What are some of his or her hobbies and interests?
Do you know the recipient's favorite color or flower?

The simple selection of a flower in the recipient's favorite color can really personalize an arrangement. Take the Society of American Florists' Floral Signature Quiz to determine the floral personality of the recipient.

If you are ordering flowers for someone's home, what is the home like? Is it traditional? Or perhaps casual, Victorian, country or contemporary?



Florists are experts at the art of expression. Let your florist help you look great by creating a highly personalized gift.