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Gardening: Enjoying the flowering rebirth of perennials while they bloom - OCRegister

Narcissus, the botanical Latin name for daffodils, is an elaboration of narco, a word that means numbness and refers to the incapacitating and narcotic effect of daffodil toxins. Narcissus makes reference to a character in Greek mythology who was so enamored of his reflected beauty in a passing stream that he could not avert his gaze; he froze into a narcotic somnolent state and was transformed into a flower. It is not clear whether the flower was named for the myth or the myth originated with the flower, but the nodding aspect of daffodils is said to mimic the head of Narcissus bent admiring himself over a reflecting stream.Although herbaceous perennials are generally associated with spring bloom, some flower in summer. The two most notable among these summer bloomers are gladiolus and dahlia. Gladiolus corms – which are swollen root stems – may be planted at virtually any time of the year in our area. For continuous bloom, space their planting over several months. Gladiolus requires a fast-draining sandy soil and regular water. To keep plants blooming year after year, it is advisable to remove their corms in late fall for winter storage. Throw away old corms and plant out the attached, newly developed ones the following spring.Cymbidium orchid. Photo by Joshua SiskinMy personal favorite among summer-blooming herbaceous perennials are the giant dahlias of central Mexico, which can grow up to 20 feet tall with blooms that are eight inches wide. While dahlia tubers can remain in the ground during winter, storing them over winter in sand or vermiculite will enhance their performance the flowing spring. Blooming dahlias should be available now in most nurseries and garden centers.Tip of the Week: A special sale of orchids to readers is being held by Art and Aurora Mendoza on March 22, 23, and 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 16057 Nordhoff St., North Hills, 91343. Refreshments will be served. The Mendozas specialize in growing dozens of cymbidium orchid varieties, available in 8-inch and one-gallon containers for $5-10 dollars. Dendrobium and Cattleya orchids will also be on sale. Cymbidiums are nearly always grown in containers but they may also be planted in the ground in suitably amended soil. Just the other day in West Los Angeles, I saw the most glorious cymbidium growing in the protective shadow of a bronze Codyline. https://www.ocregister.com/2019/03/21/gardening-enjoying-the-flowering-rebirth-of-perennials-while-they-bloom/

Here is where to buy flowers in Charleston for your sweetheart this V-Day - Charleston City Paper

Flickr user Marco Verch Sure, you could hop online and order from 1-800 Flowers or FTD or Bouqs — convenient, fast, door delivery, and they may even have a killer special they're running. But if you really want to impress your darling, buying local flowers is the surest way to their heart. Check out where to pick up a bouquet from local florists below (psst, they deliver). Downtown Tiger Lily $45-$275, wine and flower option; $145 for flowers and wine choice; $155 for sparkling champagne and flowers. Local delivery only. The Flower Cottage $39.99-$209.95. Delivers to Charleston, Isle of Palms, North Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, and Sullivan's Island. The Greenery Florist $59.95-$79.99. Charleston and Mt. Pleasant delivery. James Island Charleston Flower Market $25-$250. Zone 1 same-day ... https://www.charlestoncitypaper.com/charleston/lovers-listen-up-heres-where-to-buy-local-flowers-for-your-sweetheart-this-v-day/Content?oid=15113721

Petal to the metal: Man steals Kittelberger Florist van while employee delivers flowers - Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

Rumson and Marwood roads, a driver was found to be in possession of four ounces of cocaine and a scale with residue. He was also charged with intent to sell. The Greater Rochester Area Narcotics Enforcement Team assisted. Criminal tampering: On Dec. 24, someone turned a Rochester Gas and Electric Corp. power switch off. That caused a power outage in the area of Mt. Read Boulevard. Criminal mischief: On Dec. 26, someone slashed four vehicle tires and carved an expletive into the victim's rental car on Affinity Lane. Menacing: On Dec. 27, a man said that while delivering pizzas at the Glenora Gardens apartment complex, a man in a tan van pointed a handgun at him after he pulled up alongside him. The suspect then drove away without saying anything. Harassment: On Dec. 27, someone threatened an employee at an automobile repair business in the 2300 block of West Ridge Road after he became upset over the service. The suspect told the employee, "If I come back here, I'm putting a knife to your throat." The suspect was not prosecuted. Counterfeit money: On Dec. 28, someone passed a counterfeit $100 bill at a store in the 2800 block of West Ridge Road Petit larceny: On Dec. 28, a 15-year-old boy was arrested after stealing an $80 BMX bike from the 2800 block of Dewey Avenue.  Menacing: On Jan. 2, a customer menaced a store manager at a business in the 3600 block of Dewey Avenue with a silver handgun and then tried to run over the manager in her red Toyota SUV. Endangering the welfare of a child: On Jan. 4, a mother left her 5-year-old child unattended in the play area at the Mall at Greece Ridge while she shopped at a nearby store. She was arrested and charged with endangering the welfare of a child after an investigation. Grand larceny: On Jan. 5, a man delivering flowers for Kittelberger Florist of Webster left his green 2009 Chevrolet Express van running. A man, who appeared to be in his late 20s, jumped inside the van and took off. Harassment: Two women became "irate" on Jan. 5 after a clerk at a store at the Mall at Greece Ridge asked if they planned to purchase items that their children appeared to be concealing. Burglary: On Jan. 8, someone damaged a shed to gain entry on Churchill Drive North and stole a red 28-inch Craftsman snowblower. It is valued at $1,050. There is no video in the area. IRONDEQUOIT Attempted burglary: On Jan. 14, a resident of Portland Avenue reported that he spotted a suspicious male leaving the back door of a nearby vacant house. Police found a bloodied broken window on the rear garage door of the property. Petit larceny: On Jan. 14, gift cards, cleaning supplies, a car charger and lug nut locks were stolen from a vehicle parked on Culver Road.  OGDEN Grand larceny: On Jan. 3, a Manitou Road resident said two pistols were missing. There were no signs of forced entry at the home. Petit larceny: On Jan. 5, a Whittier Road resident said someone stole the keys for a vehicle he is currently selling. He said two people showed up to look at the car. Once the people left, the victim realized the keys were gone. Grand larceny: On Jan. 7, someone stole a check out of a mailbox on Black Forest Drive and cashed it. https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/2019/01/19/monroe-county-ny-crime-rochester-suburbs-brighton-chili-greece-ogden-irondequoit-victor/2599141002/

Narcotics professor, florist found faith - Arlington Catholic Herald

It is the most humane, respectful placeI’ve ever worked,” she said of the jail. She even takes her students on toursof the facility as part of the class she teaches at NOVA, Narcotics andDangerous Drugs. “I’m teaching my students that if you treat someone the rightway, you won’t have half the battles,” she said. That philosophy extends to the way sheinteracts with everyone, including her students. At the beginning of the schoolyear, she tells them she’s happy they chose to take her class. She gives out hercell phone number. Sale knows she won’t get inundated with calls, and it letsthe students know she’s there for them. “What if they need me?” she said. “Forsome reason people forget to welcome — that’s my keyword. You gave thiswonderful individual a feeling of importance. How hard was that?”Flowers are another way Sale likes tospread a little kindness to others. A few years ago, she took a class on floraldesign. By happenstance, her teacher was a social worker who donated flowers towomen’s shelters. Sale fell in love with floristry and spent three years offand on at a floral design school in Manhattan. She also volunteered arrangingflowers at women’s shelters. “It was the first time (the women) ever hadflowers. Can you imagine?” she said. “They would come up to me and cry. I wouldteach them and I would say, ‘Put them next to your bedside because you deserveflowers — always remember that.’ ” Now she has her own small business — Sandi’sFloral Creations. A few years ago, Sale took her flowersand retired to the beach. But after six months, she found she was miserable. Soher brother invited her to stay with his family for a while. One Sunday, shejoined them for Mass at St. Leo the Great Church in Fairfax. “Everybody seemed so peaceful, and thewelcoming was amazing,” she said. “I said, ‘What planet is this?’ And mybrother goes, ‘That’s our faith.’ I said, ‘How do I get that?’ ” So Sale wasback in the classroom again, this time attending RCIA. In 2017, she wasreceived into the church. Sale’s Catholic faith is “the best giftI’ve ever had,” and so she uses her talents to give back to the church. Sale arrangesthe flowers for the altar at St. Leo Church and occasionally at diocesanevents. She likes to volunteer with the youth group and is a member of the Legionof Mary. “It is finally a place where I feel Ibelong. I was meant to be here, and the joy I have every day from belonging andfinding my path is more than I can ever say,” said Sale. Her hope is to bringpeople the light of Christ through all she does. “I waited 60-some years to getthis gift — I want to shout it from the treetops.” ... https://www.catholicherald.com/News/Catholic_Living/Narcotics_professor,_florist_found_faith/

Clinton's German Christmas Market is Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 - Worcester Telegram

Call Janice at (978) 660-7818 to register; class size is limited.The fair will feature bratwurst cooked outside on a charcoal grill and served with sauerkraut along with hot mulled cider. In the café, there will be waffles, handmade cookies, stolen, gingerbread and a new item - apple kuchen. On Sunday, Dec. 2, at 2 p.m, there is a community Christmas carol sing. ... https://www.telegram.com/item/20181127/clintons-german-christmas-market-is-nov-30-and-dec-1

Biz Buzz: Local garden center relocates after 31 years of business - East Idaho News

Share This -- Do you want to know what’s happening on the eastern Idaho business scene? We’ve got you covered. Here is a rundown of this week’s business news across the valley. BIZ BRIEF AMMON Sunnyside Gardens opens new location in Ammon New greenhouse at Sunnyside Gardens includes 9,000 square feet of retail space for annual bedding plants Courtesy photo AMMON – A garden center that’s done business in Idaho Falls for 31 years has relocated to a new location in Ammon. Sunnyside Gardens officially opened at 3240 E. Sunnyside Rd. Feb. 4 on a 5-acre parcel. The new property includes 4,000 square feet of retail space and another 9,000 square feet of retail greenhouse space. Though the old location at 2366 E. Sunnyside Rd. had more acreage, Aaron McCracken, the owner, tells EastIdahoNews.com their new store accommodates future growth and traffic flow. “We started very small (at our old location) and added buildings and additions onto the store (as needed). It’s been nice to know what we needed down there and be able to build it into one facility with room to grow,” McCracken says. The retail greenhouses at the old property wer... https://www.eastidahonews.com/2019/02/biz-buzz-local-garden-center-relocates-after-31-years-of-business/

Florists urge placing Valentine's Day orders early - KMVT

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) - Valentine's Day is just about two weeks away, and some florists are hoping shoppers get their orders in early by offering an incentive. For Canyon Floral, they start prepping for Valentine's Day right after Christmas. Manager Elizabeth Lehmann said many of their wholesale companies and flower growers will start sending pre-book orders between Christmas Day and New Years Day. "The earlier they order, the better. That way I can staff better, and I can make sure I have enough drivers and try and get extra designers so we can take those last minute orders," Lehmann said. Another florist, Fox Floral, is giving out a discount to those who do order early, hoping to help the crowd and be prepared for what they need to order before the big day. "I think it's a good opportunity to be prepared and take the st... https://www.kmvt.com/content/news/Florists-urge-making-Valentines-Day-orders-in-early-505001951.html

Best Local Florist | BOB Goods & Services - Boise Weekly

Born on Oahu, where he fell in love with flowers, he ended up in Mountain Home and later Boise. After 10 years with Idaho Fish and Game he returned to his first love. The rest has been sweet-smelling history. flowersatwill.com3rd Place: Boise At Its Best—Sending someone flowers is sending them a message: love, sympathy, celebration. Why not send more than a sentiment? Boise At Its Best will build a gift basket of epic proportions, featuring local beer and wine, items for gardening or barbecuing, or design your own from a wide range of foods, beverages and other items. boiseatitsbestflowers.com... https://www.boiseweekly.com/boise/best-local-florist/BestOf?oid=3898445

Boston florist launches ‘art house’ retreat in Mexico to help creativity bloom - The Boston Globe

And I think it’s important to see how other people create and to look at other people’s process.” Advertisement Price, who is originally from Idaho but came to Boston more than a decade ago to attend graduate school at the Boston Conservatory, is funding the house in its entirety, she said, including the cost of room and board and food for those selected to visit. Interested artists are on the hook for their plane tickets.But she isn’t letting just anyone into the art house.Price said she’s vetting applicants before booking time slots, Airbnb style. The stays will range from three to seven days at a time, to allow as many people as possible to attend and focus on their work.So, what’s the catch?Price stressed that the opportunity isn’t just to soak up the sun in Mexico during a free vacation — it’s about working toward a goal and making connections along the way. Advertisement “You have to have something you’re working on,” she said. “We want you to have that intense, focused moment to create something, whether that’s a passion project or you’re writing a book or album and you’re stuck and you need a fresh scene to be inspired. We’re asking people to work on specific projects and talk about what they can bring to the house.”The other element, she said, is getting people who come down to Mexico to contribute to the group and get acquainted with the Mexican community.“Maybe you’re a musician, and you can bless us with your music in the evenings,” she said. “Or maybe you also lead guided meditations or do yoga, and you can offer that type of engagement.”Price said she’s had more than 50 conversations with artists interested in spending time at the Wandering Art House, many of them from Boston.“Already I&rsqu... https://www.bostonglobe.com/lifestyle/2018/12/11/boston-florist-launches-art-house-retreat-mexico-for-creatives-hoping-focus-projects/CJ0OTfhZM1w6F3DafJXIiL/story.html