A common problem with both indoor and outdoor plants is that they can suffer from too much sun. The sun’s rays can stress a plant’s leaves to the point of dehydration, causing the plant to lose much of its green vigor. A sign that your plant has been overexposed to the sun is a collection of […] The post How to Revive Flowers Scorched by the Summer Sun appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

One of the major challenges that gardeners face is keeping pests away. Certain insects will eat away at flowers, thus canceling out all your effort to grow stunning blossoms. While pesticides are a common way to eliminate bugs, these chemicals also hav... The post How to Keep Bugs Away From Your Flowers appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

Summer is the ideal season for taking a load off. The weather’s nice, school’s out for the kids and you finally have enough time saved up to take a well-deserved vacation. The only problem, you have dozens of gorgeous floral arrangements and plants in your home and there’s no one around to care for them. […] The post How to Keep Your Plants Alive When You Leave for Vacation appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

One piece of information you should definitely know before starting a garden is the difference between annual, perennial and biennial plants. Though basic, this information will help you understand what plants to put where. The post Types of Plants: Annual, Perennial and Biennial appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

When it comes to tipping etiquette, there are some services that everyone knows how to tip and others that people often forget about tipping altogether. Flower deliveries often fall into the latter category. However, since florists provide a service, tipping them is considered polite and conventional. You wouldn’t let a pizza delivery person leave without […] The post Tipping Tips: Do I Tip a Flower Delivery Person? appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

February 14th will be here before you know it! Browse our best bouquets for Valentine’s Day 2024 and send them a hand-delivered gift to show you care. Don’t forget to order your Valentine’s flowers early before time runs out! Teleflora’s Swirling Splendor Bouquet   Teleflora’s Geometric Beauty Bouquet   Teleflora’s Pretty Love Bouquet   Teleflora’s […] The post The Best Flowers to Send for Valentine’s Day 2024 appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

Many gardeners, both new and experienced, have fears about how to transplant flowers. Relocating can be tricky if you don’t take proper care to know your plant’s specific needs, so it’s important to do a little research before beginning the process. For all plants, there are a few key steps that will minimize any shock […] The post Dr. Flower: How to Perform a Successful Plant Transplant appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

Roses are a beautiful choice for almost any occasion, but have you ever wondered what makes a long-stemmed rose? These blooms are sold by length, in centimeters, but there isn’t exactly a floral industry-wide standard for the length of a “medium stem” or “long-stem” rose.  Here is an approximate guide for identifying a long-stemmed rose: […] The post Infographic: What Makes a Long-Stemmed Rose? appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

If you find it hard to keep your posies perky or your lilies looking fresh, check out the tips below for ways to keep your blooms at their best. The post How to Revive Wilting in Floral Bouquets appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more

You just purchased or received a brilliant bouquet of flowers. To prolong the life expectancy of your blooms, proper care is necessary. Here’s how to properly cut your flower stems: 1. On an angle The first step in extending the life of your flowers is to individually cut each stem on a 45-degree angle. The reason […] The post How to properly cut your flower stems appeared first on Teleflora Blog ..read more