This time of year seems to be full of fleeting, seasonal highlights from fiddlehead ferns and rhubarb to our favorite, peonies. The season for peonies is always short and sweet and, of course, they are incredibly gorgeous so it’s easy to see why the peony flower always makes its mark. They also have a rich… Read more »
Category: Order Flowers
Flower Power: Health Benefits of Plants and Flowers
Now that the holidays are over, we look forward to finding ways to survive the winter doldrums. One way that can’t be beat is by adding a little nature indoors. Not only do flowers and plants provide a necessary splash of color, there are also an incredible amount of benefits to keeping plants in your… Read more »
Turning Over a New Leaf in 2017 with Monthly Flower Delivery
A new year is upon us! We hope you had a wonderful holiday season and are looking forward to the year ahead. As is tradition, beginning a new year is often about turning over a new leaf, drafting and implementing resolutions, and in the world of décor and design: Pantone’s Color of the Year! This… Read more »
Dashing for Last-Minute Holiday Flower Gifts
In our last post, we went over a few of our favorite flower gift ideas for those on your list who may be hard to shop for. We always love to find the perfect present to surprise our friends and family and there are so many creative choices. A meaningful gift can take many forms… Read more »
Christmas Plants and Flowers for Everyone on Your List
While it is always exciting to think about family and friends and go out on the town in search of holiday spirit, it can sometimes feel a little stressful. Selecting gifts for families and friends can be fun but at this point in the holiday shopping frenzy, it can all feel a bit harried. As… Read more »
From the Calyx Family to Yours – III
Dear Calyx Flowers’ Customers, Next in our series explaining recent changes we’ve made to improve your shopping experience, we are very excited to tell you about new products being introduced this holiday season. As new owners, we’ve spent time reading your comments and reviewing what you liked and disliked. It was listening to you that confirmed… Read more »
We Love America!
Hey Flower Lovers, The Calyx Team wanted to wish you a (belated) happy Independence Day! We are so blessed to live in such a wonderful and beautiful place – hoping everyone had a safe and joy filled day and have a restful weekend! ~ Calyx Team
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 »
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 »
Spring is Almost Here! Wait, is it?
The first day of Spring is Wednesday, March 20th, which is right around the corner! However, if you live in the Northeast you’ll know that the conditions are anything but Springlike – there’s a huge snowstorm coming our way so most of us will spend the first day of Spring shoveling our driveways or snowed… 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 »
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 »
Orchids
Orchids Most people are intimidated by the thought of owning and caring for an orchid because of their delicate and intricate appearance. Don’t be! Orchids are just like any other houseplant, all they need is water, light and a little TLC. About Orchids: Orchids are the largest group of flowering plants with around 30,000 species… Read more »
Tips On Ordering Flowers
1. Determine how much you want to spend. Finding the perfect bouquet does not mean that you have to empty your wallet. Sometimes, it’s the simple arrangements that grab the most attention. A small arrangement of tulips is appropriate for any occasion and will add a sweet touch of spring to any room. If expressing… Read more »