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Field to vase - Home and Garden - Place - July 4, 2019 - Sacramento News & Review

Among those fragile flowers are such favorites as iris, gerbera daisies, larkspur, delphiniums, stock, tulips and some lilies.“We work with California growers from Arcata to Carlsbad,” Relles said. “We’re pretty lucky. California growers can generally grow these products year round.” ... https://www.newsreview.com/sacramento/content?oid=28354887

Humboldt flower growers donate to float in 2017 Rose Parade - Eureka Times Standard

Flowers grown in Arcata will be on display as people nationwide tune in to celebrate the new year during the 2017 Tournament of Roses Parade.Sun Valley Floral Farms, with fields in Arcata and in Willow Creek, said Tuesday it donated irises, tulips, lilies and green ball dianthus to a float built by students at California Polytechnic universities in San Luis Obispo and Pomona.“It’s a real honor to have our flowers in the Rose Parade,” said Bill Prescott with Sun Valley Floral Farms.Prescott, who said he would watch the parade Jan. 2 in Pasadena from his home in Eureka, called it an honor that the float is being built entirely with flowers grown in the state.In total, the flower farm donated 300 tulips and 500 lilies all grown in Arcata and 16,000 green ball dianthus and 500 irises grown at their farm in Oxnard, Prescott said in an email.According to a statement from the California Cut Flowers Commission, the float is one of only four in the parade that will be built using solely California-grown flowers... http://www.times-standard.com/article/NJ/20161227/NEWS/161229866

Field to Vase Dinner comes to Sun Valley Floral Farms - Eureka Times Standard

Tour,” of course.The Field to Vase Dinner Tour, a series of communal dining experiences that take place at American flower farms and greenhouses across the country, kicks off its 2016 season at Arcata’s own Sun Valley Floral Farms on March 12.The tour — which will also go to Boulder, Colorado; Quakertown, Pennsylvania; Austin, Texas; and other locations this year — is sponsored by Certified American Grown Flowers, a coalition of large and small U.S. flower farms.“Most people would be surprised to learn that the largest tulip and lily farm in the United States is located out in the Arcata Bottoms,” said Bill Prescott, Sun Valley marketing communications associate. “Hosting this dinner is a nod from our fellow farmers, for the work we do to promote American grown flowers and especially the diligent work of our CEO, Lane DeVries, whose passion for flower farming and for the Sun Valley team is unmatched. For the community, it is a great opportunity to show off our amazing corner of the world.”The Field to Vase Dinner Tour was launched in 2015 as a way to bring attention to the importance of ensuring that the flowers at the center of a dinner table should be as fresh, local and sustainable as the food that is served.“Today, especially in Humboldt County, many people know w... http://www.times-standard.com/article/NJ/20160224/FEATURES/160229948

American Grown Field to Vase dinner tour brings the flowers at the center of the table to the center of conversation - PR Newswire (press release)

American Grown Flowers by a local floral designer.The first of ten events takes place March 12, 2015, at the largest flower farm in the United States, Sun Valley Floral Farms in Arcata, California. Participants will enjoy a private, guided tour by flower farmer Lane DeVries, experiencing rows of tulips and lilies in a wide array of colors. Guests will also hear from bestselling author Amy Stewart, author of Flowers Confidential, savor local fare served family-style at farm tables, and enjoy domestic wine and craft beer.The dinner tour continues on through Washington, Colorado, Texas, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., and New York.  Each destination offers a new one-of-a-kind experience for guests, with different flower farms, flowers, floral designers and chefs featured at each dinner.  "It's a dinner tour for flower and food lovers who believe in the value of locally sourced, sustainable food and flora and for people who want a rare opportunity to experience a romantic dinner on a beautiful flower farm," added Cronquist. Attendees will leave with new friends, a swag bag of floral treasures and a greater understanding of why the flowers at the center of the table should be as fresh, local and sustainable as the food that's served on the plate.Here are what guests and one of our hosts of Field to Vase Dinner tour are saying, March 12th: Arcata, CA~ Sun Valley Floral FarmsApril 13th: Carlsbad, CA ~ The Flower FieldsMay 21st: Austin, TX~ Texas Specialty Cut FlowersAugust 13th:  Boulder, CO ~ The Fresh Herb Co.September 14th: Quakertown, PA ~ Thistle Dew FarmSeptember 17th: Standfordville, NY~ Bear Creek Dahlias To download photographs of from the 2015 Field to Vase Dinner tour, click here.Ticket details:Reservations, details and the full lineup of participating A... http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/american-grown-field-to-vase-dinner-tour-brings-the-flowers-at-the-center-of-the-table-to-the-center-of-conversation-300209579.html

Why do so few Rose Parade floats use California-grown flowers? - The San Gabriel Valley Tribune

Cal Poly Universities, Miracle-Gro, the California Milk Advisory Board and FTD.Flower grower Bill Prescott of Sun Valley Floral Farms in Arcata and Oxnard says there’s something, well, not very American about the Jan. 1 parade with four out of every five flowers grown outside the United States. “It has changed what the Rose Parade is about — it doesn’t have that focus on California agriculture.”Cronquist said California farmers from Humboldt to San Diego counties are using water-stingy methods and advanced hothouse techniques. Hydroponics, for example, inject water into plants like medicine delivered through an IV. Any water not taken up during photosynthesis is captured, sterilized and re-used, he said.“The drought hasn’t had an impact on the growing production as one might expect because we are so good about preparing for situations like these,” he said.Janetta McDowell, interim director for the Rose Parade float at Cal Poly Pomona, said she has not had difficulty obtaining flowers from California farmers. “It’s weird. I would think the drought would affect the farmers because it is affecting consumers,” she said. “But we’ve had no problems.”More than 24 farmers will be selling or contributing flowers — from Gerbera daisies to larkspur and birds of paradise — to decorate these four floats as well as some VIP vehicles and equestrian units in the next few weeks, Cronquist said.Prescott said that of the 20 percent of Rose Parade float flowers grown in the U.S., about 75 percent come from California. “Because California has so many different climates and ecosystems, we have a huge variety of flowers that can be grown.” Prescott said.Featuring locally grown products harkens back to the spirit of the first Rose Parade of 1890, Cronquist said.“This parade was founded on the idea of reflecting on the bounty of California,” he said. “The parade is not about business; it is about our state and celebrating the things from it, in order to ring in the new year.”... http://www.sgvtribune.com/lifestyle/20151211/why-do-so-few-rose-parade-floats-use-california-grown-flowers

El Paso, New Mexico florists create tribute to Walmart mass shooting victims - El Paso Times

El Paso.The project is funded through two big donations totaling $5,000 from Walmart and a United Way of El Paso County private donor. The funds were used to purchase the moss from California, the mannequins and other supplies.There are eight floral shops involved from El Paso and Las Cruces with about 40 people from the borderland and New Mexico participating by working on the silhouettes or making donations to the project.More: Ways to commemorate the first anniversary of the Aug. 3 shooting at WalmartMore: 'Resilience': History museum staff prepares to exhibit El Paso Walmart shooting memorialmedia-image image-set="https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2020/07/31/PTX1/3b2f0873-566f-4e19-b22d-0ecfb3df45bd-116150155_2643064182675202_5543603814563684475_n.jpg bestCrop, https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2020/07/31/PTX1/3b2f0873-566f-4e19-b22d-0ecfb3df45bd-116150155_2643064182675202_5543603814563684475_n.jpg?crop=719,539,x0,y85 4:3, https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2020/07/31/PTX1/3b2f0873-566f-4e19-b22d-0ecfb3df45bd-116150155_2643064182675202_5543603814563684475_n.jpg?crop=719,959,x0,y0 3:4, https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2020/07/31/PTX1/3b2f0873-566f-4e19-b22d-0ecfb3df45bd-116150155_2643064182675202_5543603814563684475_n.jpg?crop=719,404,x0,y96 16:9" image-alt="The silhouettes will be offered to the families of the victims after the anniversary events." credit="By Maria Cortes Gonzalez/El Paso Times" caption="The silhouettes will be offered to the families of the mass shooting victims after the Aug. 2 and 3 anniversary events at the El Paso County Community Healing Garden." orientation="vertic... https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/2020/07/31/el-paso-new-mexico-florists-create-floral-tribute-shooting-victims/5555190002/

Coronavirus foils wedding plans — for Bay Area workers - Vallejo Times-Herald

Artisans, professionals and hourly workers in California’s booming wedding industry are scrambling as nuptials are postponed or canceled, said Richard Markel, president of the Association for Wedding Professionals International. About a quarter-million couples tie the knot in California each year, spending an average of about $25,000 on a ceremony — although the Bay Area and Wine Country are more expensive, he said.Planners are concerned the statewide shelter-in-place will stretch into their busy season, which usually begins in June, he said. “It’s going to get a little hairier.”Eileen Lacey, owner of E Events in Santa Cruz, now has clients postponing June ceremonies. She’s resisted layoffs for her three employees, who help manage weddings from Carmel to Wine Country and beyond for national and international clients.Lacey has spent weeks rescheduling events. She’s not charging for the complicated work. “I’m just doing it,” she said. “Everyone’s trying to do what they can.”Carlie Statsky, a Santa Cruz-based photographer, typically shoots about 20 weddings a year. It’s been a steady business for two decades — until now. Her March was canceled, her April events postponed, and now May is starting to look iffy, she said.Statsky has changed focus. She’s directing customers to her print shop on Etsy, and emailing past clients about ordering wedding albums and new prints of their nuptials.Statsky spotted another opportunity in the work-from-home customers. She’s invited people to send in photos of their rooms, and she’s suggested new prints from her collection of Big Sur and nature photos. “People are using this time to redecorate,” she said.Caterers have tried to shift into home delivery and pick-up services, but layoffs are widespread.Berkeley-based caterer Mixing Bowl has laid-off staff as events have been canceled or postponed, said vice president of marketing Maria Kuzmina. The company is trying to switch its business to sell directly to customers, but it needs more delivery drivers and customer service representatives. “We’re trying to create a whole new platform,” she said. “It’s tricky.”The company has reached out to hospitals and health care facilities, offering to bring lunches and dinners at cost to first responders, she said. But healthcare workers are busy caring for virus victims.Liza Bagerman, a San Francisco event planner with her own business, Studio DBI, has been rescheduling weddings for more than a month. She thought she had prepared for the worst-case scenario, but not “a world-wide pandemic.”She wakes up every morning, she says, thinking about ways to generate income. Bagerman knows she’s not alone. “I think the events world is going to be forever changed,” she said. “The answer is still a question mark.”In Palo Alto, the bouquets have been selling briskly, Minerva said. She hopes her temporary change in business plan gets her through the crisis.After all, she’s filled the yard with flowers, and the irises, pansies and roses bloom next. https://www.timesheraldonline.com/2020/04/03/coronavirus-foils-wedding-plans-for-workers

Import ban to affect shipments to Hawaii florists - Honolulu Advertiser

HONOLULU ? Seeking to prevent introduction of a fungus that would threaten Hawaii's native ohia forests, the state Board of Agriculture has banned plant products from California, Florida and South America that could be disease hosts.The prohibition will primarily affect shipments to Hawaii florists, who rely on imported flowers and greenery in bouquets and floral displays.At Kihei-Wailea Flowers by Cora, Manager Thelma Garso said about 40 percent of their products used in displays may be affected by the ban.At the smaller A Special Touch shop in Lahaina, florist Leann Lum said she hoped she can purchase more of what she needs from local growers."I think local is always better anyway. It's always fresher," she told The Maui News.The order approved at a board meeting on Aug. 28 takes effect Friday on shipments of any plants of the Myrtaceae or Myrtle family, which includes eucalyptus and guava as well as ohia, which are endemic to Hawaii, and ohia-ai or mountain apple, which is Polynesian introduced.According to Department of Agriculture information officer Janelle Saneishi, the state Plant Quarantine Division has notified Hawaii florists that any Myr... http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/article/2007/Sep/06/br/br8430721956.html

Calif. flower shop with no connection to Capitol riot flooded with threats, negative reviews - SFGate

Thursday afternoon. “One of our employees recently picked up the phone, and the person on the other line said, ‘Are you the bitch who stormed the Capitol?’ And she just said, ‘No, ma’am, we’re in California.’ And the person hung up on her. There’s no apology, no nothing.” At first, Alberti tried to delete the growing number of comments, which he found downright disturbing. “People have written things like, ‘I hope you get cancer,’ ‘I hope your shop burns down,’ ‘I hope you die,’ ‘I hope you rot in jail,’” he said. “And those are the polite ones.” Contrarily, Alberti added that the shop even received a love letter intended for Cudd from a firefighter living in Florida. “To be honest, they both concern me,” he said. In response to the harassment, Alberti notified the Roseville Police Department, which has been periodically sending out officers to check in on the shop. He also contacted Yelp, which he said acted quickly to remove the misguided comments, as well as Google, though he’s still awaiting a response. of this store since 1973.We are getting hate messages and bad reviews as a result. To our customers, please know that we were not part of that. Thank you for your continued trust and please ignore the hate reviews that are not meant for us.— Becky's Flowers (@BeckysFlowersCA) January 8, 2021 “It was just crickets,” he said. “Which was frustrating, because somehow all of (Cudd’s) negative reviews were removed from her page and likely identified as a targeted attack, and we’re the ones dealing with the repercussions.” (At the time this article was published, most of the negative Google reviews for Alberti’s business appeared to have been removed from the platform. However, Cudd’s business also has a 4.6 rating.) Two other florists bearing the same name in Kentucky and Scotland were burdened with similar harassment. Alberti said all of them have given up on deleting the comments, and are instead attempting to respond to each one in order to set the record straight. “I offered to send some people maps of the United States,” joked Alberti. “Most people apologize and then they reverse, but some are steadfast. My thing is, I understand the need to vent and get rid of that hostility, but just spend an extra five seconds of time to see t... https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Beckys-Flowers-Roseville-mistaken-Capitol-rioter-15871654.php