new york city floral tips 2010 archive

Dec. 1^st 2010 Tip: History of the Poinsettia

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and as you decorate your NYC home or office for the holidays, you may choose to buy a Poinsettia. The quintessential holiday flower, the Poinsettia’s crimson leaves emulate the holiday season with a kind of elegant joyfulness.

Nov. 1^st 2010 Tip: Thanksgiving Floral Centerpieces for a Festive Fall

Thanksgiving is all about celebrating the bounty of fall. But just as a Thanksgiving meal isn’t complete without a turkey, a Thanksgiving table isn’t complete without a beautiful centerpiece to add that elegant finishing touch. And creating the perfect Thanksgiving floral centerpiece has never been easier, as this time of year abounds with floral accents rich with color and texture – an endless amount of options to mirror harvest’s plenty and impress your guests.

Oct. 1^st 2010 Tip: Fall Flowers Make a Festive NYC Apartment

Summer’s warmth is fading, the trees are beginning to turn that faint tinge of yellow, the crisp October air has arrived - it is finally fall in New York City. At Floral Studio, we love the fall – the bright, dramatic colors and rich, warmth of textures and smells – a true feast for the eyes. And there is no better time than now to welcome the autumn’s magnificent beauty into your NYC apartment or office with fall flower arrangements. Whether in a wreath, centerpiece or simple arrangement, fresh, seasonal flowers instantly create a warm, inviting, festive home.

Sep. 1^st 2010 Tip: Spectacular September Wedding Flowers

Unlike any other season, fall brides have a special opportunity to replicate the vibrant drama of the autumn landscape in their wedding flowers. Rich, bold colors, unique textures and an overall hearty, warm earthiness are all characteristic of fall flowers, and weaving these elements into your fall wedding flowers will ensure your wedding is a beautiful as the crisp blue sky and dramatic turning leaves.

Aug. 1^st 2010 Tip: Plant the Seeds to a Beautiful Autumn and Spring Bloom

We may be in the dog days of summer, but August is the prime month to plan and plant your fall vegetable garden and prepare your flower garden for the following spring. Fall is an often-overlooked season for planting, but it is a wonderful opportunity to breathe new life into your late summer garden and celebrate the beauty and drama of the fall months.

July 1^st 2010 Tip: Container Gardening 101

Summer is all about fresh foods, cooking outside and eating all the colorful flavors the season has to offer. But living in urban spaces like New York doesn’t always allow you the freedom and space to plant a vegetable garden. Planting a container garden, however, is the perfect alternative, allowing you the chance to take advantage of the season and grow your own vegetables and herbs.

June 1^st 2010 Tip: Our Ultimate Wedding Flower Guide

June is the height of wedding season – beautiful weather, beautiful outdoor backdrop and an endless array of summer flowers to make the most beautiful wedding flower arrangements. But with all the flowers to choose from and all the floral elements to consider, it can be difficult to know where to start. Here are some basic questions to ask yourself to guide you toward your perfect wedding flowers within any budget.

May 1^st 2010 Tip: Give Your Spring Party a Fun Floral Twist

May and June are always a busy time of year - graduations, bridal events and Memorial Day kickoff the summer party season and shift your social calendar into high gear. Make your spring event even more special with fresh, seasonal flower arrangements. Floral centerpieces add that extra personal touch that makes a party memorable, and it's easy to create a sensational looking table without a lot of fuss or money.

April 1^st 2010 Tip: Landscaping Tips for a Gorgeous Spring and Summer Garden

Spring is finally in full bloom, and the warm, sunny weather and April showers have made our outdoor spaces greener and greener by the week. But there are still some things we can do to help our landscapes get in shape for summer. Here are 5 easy landscaping tips to help put the finishing touches on what Mother Nature has already started and ensure you have a beautiful landscape all summer long.

March 1^st 2010 Tip: Spring Tip

You don’t have to give up gardening just because you live in New York City. No space? No problem, because even the smallest New York City apartments can boast a beautiful garden. Window boxes, hanging gardens, vines up fire escapes, potted plants and rooftop gardens are just some of the options for urban gardeners.

Feb. 1^nd 2010 Tip: Real Estate Tip

It’s no secret that the housing market isn’t exactly booming these days—selling homes is tough, especially in a fiercely competitive and overwhelming city like Manhattan. That’s why utilizing innovative yet low-cost strategies is a pivotal selling solution to give you that slight edge over the competition and help market and sell your home faster. And one of the best ways to do this is by sprucing up your NYC space with beautiful fresh-cut flower arrangements.

Jan. 1^st 2010 Tip: Winter Flower Arrangements

Just because it may be icy, bare and lifeless outside, you can still create a warm and inviting setting inside your home just by adding beautiful fresh-cut flowers. And even though there are fewer seasonal flower choices in bloom during January, you can still create striking flower arrangements that capture the essence of the season – winter’s whimsical, fresh and invigorating beauty.

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