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 »
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Floral Fashion at its Finest
The stunning Sonam Kapoor took our breathe away when she appeared on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in this fabulous floral frock. Designed by Dolce & Gabbana the oversized floral pattern was not only eye-catchingly vivid but oh-so dramatic. Kapoor wore the strapless floral design to the premiere of ‘Jeune & Jolie’. In the… 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 »
10 Interesting Gardens to Visit in the United States – 2013
Here’s a wonderful list of Interesting Gardens to visit in the United States to visit if you’re ever in the area. These resources are useful for flower lovers and garden gurus alike, looking to visit nature at its finest. To make it easier to use, this list is broken into states. Feel free to share… Read more »
Just in time for Mother’s Day! Relax…from Seeking Balance Candles
We’ve been following the trends in gardening at Calyx Flowers and are offering a small collection of products that are perfect gifts to give Mom this Mother’s Day, especially if she loves all things from the garden. Our new candle’s fragrance and color provides a soothing scent of garden favorites – lavender and geraniums. We discovered… Read more »
Happy Earth Day!
Some pretty terrifying things have happened this past week which can make seeing the beauty in things difficult. However, we at Calyx Flowers believe in paying it forward – be kind and see kindness come back to you. The planet is full of wonderful people and natural beauty so let’s take today to notice that.… Read more »
The Orchid Allure
Beauty, love and luxury are some of the alluring attributes of the orchid. For centuries their bold colors and tender blooms have intrigued cultures the world over. To this day, the orchid is known as the Chinese symbol of intimate friends, good teaching or a good harvest. Inspired by their beauty, CalyxFlowers.com is delighted to bring to you… Read more »
9 Great Flower Gifts to Give at Easter
Celebrate all things Easter with Calyx Flowers. We’ve put together nine fabulous flowers you can send that capture the beauty of spring and will let your special recipient know you are thinking of them in the very best way. Peruse our picks and don’t wait another second to order! Make Easter extra special this year with… 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 »
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 Blossoming Home
The season of spring is alive with a rainbow of flowers and fragrance. Today let’s discovers the personality of a home and its connection with flowers. It’s simple, yet spontaneous and believe it or not, an integral part of stylish living. Historically, springtime bouquets created color and visual interest in the home when in past eras there… Read more »