Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 was written in 1980. But despite its age, the song lyrics still accurately describe how we Americans work. According to the latest American time use survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we spend 7.9 hours a day at work. (This figure drops slightly to 5.4 hours if working from […] The post Figuring out which plants are best for your office appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

You can never have just one house plant. Once you see how much one brightens your mood and breathes life into the room, you’ll need to buy a second. Besides, you don’t want that first one to get lonely, do you? And so the rationalizing continues, and before you know it you’re well on your […] The post 8 ways to grow your house plant collection and save money appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

Finding a meaningful anniversary gift year after year can be hard. If you’ve been married for a while, you may no longer have the space for yet another scented candle. You may even be wondering whether a generic box of chocolates will still cut it, given everything you’ve been through together. If you want to […] The post What’s your anniversary flower this year? appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

The bond between a pet and its family can be undeniably strong. In some cases, the companionship can become so strong that people start preferring their furry relations to their human ones. And in situations like this, losing that pet can hurt just as much as losing any other family member. So if someone you […] The post 8 thoughtful pet loss sympathy gift ideas appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

If you’re interested in astrology, and often read your horoscope, there’s a good chance you’ll be curious about birth and zodiac flowers. Birth flowers are thought to be the Earth representations of each zodiac sign. And each sign has more than one zodiac flower, as they have been chosen to symbolize one or more character […] The post What’s your zodiac flower? Our guide to birth flowers appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

And how to keep floral decorations affordable Flowers bring a freshness and liveliness to event decorations that balloons and streamers can’t match. A flower’s shape, color, and scent, as well as where they’re placed and how they’re used, can set the perfect tone for your celebration. Want a playful, upbeat vibe? Go for bright and […] The post Party flowers: 15 event decorating ideas using flowers appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

When buying a bouquet of flowers for someone special (or even for ourselves), we usually put a lot of thought into it. We take the occasion, the time of year, the receiver’s personality and taste, and the budget into account. And whether they’re destined for an office or someone’s home, we want those flowers to […] The post Flowers for felines: Sending cat-friendly flowers in Nevada appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

The wonderful benefits of having fresh flowers and plants in the home or office are well documented. They’re natural mood boosters and stress reducers, which is why placing a vase of fresh flowers in your sitting room or on your desk is a welcome pick-me-up. And of course, they’re a tried and true gift for […] The post What’s a flower subscription service, and why sign up for one? appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

Ever thought about the kinds of flowers that go into the arrangements you and your loved ones enjoy? Those flowers weren’t picked out of thin air. Instead, they were carefully chosen based on appearance, shelf life, sustainability, cost, and tradition. But why would you want to know about the flowers in your bouquet? Well, depending […] The post How bizarre is your bouquet? Know your bunches better appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more

Gifting flowers is a time-honored tradition. Dating back to the ancient Egyptians and Greeks, giving flower arrangements full of color, shape, and texture is an attractive gift to celebrate life’s ups, downs, and changes. While cut flowers will always be a favorite for many, they’re not the only option your florist can provide when marking […] The post Plants as gifts: the greenest gift you can give? appeared first on Gaia Flowers, Plants & Gifts ..read more