Anybody who has eaten out in the last few years will have noticed the popularity of the farm to table movement, which uses produce from local farmers and farmer’s markets. Farmer’s markets place emphasis on thinking about who grows our produce and plants, and has also become a popular weekend activity all over the country… Read more »
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Top 10 Best Sellers for Valentine’s Day 2015 – #9
Unusual * Romantic * Deep Enjoy the dark romance of the striking Red Roses & Thistle Bouquet. This combination of fresh flowers adds intrigue and desire to the Valentine holiday. Certainly not the traditional, definitely unforgettable – your recipient will be impressed. Did you know that the silver pressed glass vase can be used as… Read more »
Who says you can’t have a Key Lime in Winter?
It may be snowing in the Northeast but today it’s 70°F in Key West, Florida which is right where we drew our inspiration for the delicious Key Lime Bouquet. There’s no shutting down this fresh bouquet’s vivid color scheme. Perfect for birthday gift-giving, the blossoming bouquet is as sweet as key lime pie. If you… Read more »
Sunflowers!
August is the month of the Sunflower – beautiful sunshine and sunny skies! We’re proud to offer several bouquets featuring the late summer flower such as Tuscan Sunflower Bouquet. Did you know? These native American flowers were originally grown more for their usefulness than their beauty, as the oil from sunflower seeds is used for food,… Read more »
Getting Ready for the Holiday Photo Shoot!
The time has come upon us! Here at Calyx, we’re getting ready to shoot our Holiday catalog for you – in July! While awfully confusing for those involved, the process is great fun and we can’t wait to share our new products with you. We’re very busy bees buzzing around gathering vases, ordering flowers, and… Read more »
Happy Summer! What we love…
Well, Flower Lovers, it’s officially Summer! Here in Vermont, it seemed like a long road to get to the season of beach days and cookouts but it’s finally here. We have the windows open and the sweet smells of the gardens wafting into our office – something in the air definitely changed and it is… Read more »
Beautiful Flowers!
Hi Flower Lovers! We wrapped up our Fall 2013 photo shoot and after the last shot was taken, we had some fun putting together beautiful arrangements to share with you, our blog followers. Here at Calyx, we love flowers and any excuse to play with them is a real treat. The bouquet shown above is… Read more »
Memorial Day
Memorial Day makes us think of hot dogs on the grill, sparklers in the air, and children running barefoot through front lawns. It’s great to enjoy this holiday with friends and family but also important to remember why we celebrate it in the first place. The fallen men and women who have protected this country are the reasons… Read more »
Top 10 Bouquets for Mom
Picking out the perfect bouquet for the woman who brought you into the world can be daunting – so let us help! Below are the 10 top bouquets for Mom that she’s guaranteed to love. Check them out at CalyxFlowers.com Calyx Anniversary Bouquet Mother’s Day Favorites Bouquet Springtime Tulips Hatbox Bouquet Grand Garden Bouquet Bal… Read more »
Happy May Day!
Although you might not stroll down the street wishing passerby’s a happy May Day, today is indeed a very interesting holiday! Beginning in pre-Christian eras, May 1st was acknowledged as the first day of Summer while Feburary 1st was the first day of Spring. In pagan tradition, the day was spent doing a dance around the May pole and crowning a ‘Queen of… Read more »
Wedding Flowers
Planning a wedding can be stressful. There is a lot to think about regarding decor, venue, wedding party, groom choice, the list goes on. Our experience at Calyx Flowers has really shown us that once you figure out what type of floral motif you want on your big day, the rest falls into place… Read more »
Emerald Orchids
Don’t let your Irish pride end with the flag outside your home, show it with the beautiful Emerald Orchid Bouquet from Calyx Flowers. The color is enhanced but there is nothing fake about the beauty of these gems. Looking like a bouquet of shamrocks but holding tight to the majesty of orchids, the emerald bundle will no doubt… Read more »
Party Flowers
Decorating for a party can be overwhelming. However, the classic and timeless solution to all party decor is flowers. Let the flowers set the mood and tone for you and your guests. Recently, one of our very own Calyx employees went to a birthday party for her mother with a Downton Abbey theme. For those… Read more »
The Very Best Chocolates for Valentine’s Day
Do you know someone who is a flower lover and has a major sweet tooth? Calyx Flowers has the answer in chocolate and of course, flowers. We’re proud to offer this Valentine’s Day gourmet truffles by a superb American chocolatier – Mary Ann’s Chocolates. Based in East Grand Rapids, Michigan, this family business has been… Read more »
Love getting ready for Valentine’s Day
When everyone at Calyx Flowers was in planning mode for Valentine’s Day 2013, we thought this would be the year where we offer roses in all colors and sizes. After all not every girl, woman or even guy is wanting your typical bouquet of red roses. Now don’t get us wrong. We absolutely adore red… Read more »
Beat the Winter Blues
Winter can be a difficult time of year. Everything is covered in ice, most days are grey, nothing is blooming except cabin fever, and you forget what feeling hot is like. You spend most of your time indoors catching up on tv and books itching for the warmth of the sun. It’s easy to… Read more »