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Pescadero flower farms threatened by church closures - Catholic San Francisco

Jorge Guzmán walks through weed-strewn fields at Westland Nursery in Pescadero, where church closures during the pandemic crippled demand for fresh flowers. (Photo by Zac Wittmer/San Francisco Catolico)October 19, 2020Lorena RojasSan Francisco CatólicoThe prolonged closure of churches, the cancellation of weddings, quinceañeras and first communions due to COVID-19, has some nurseries in Pescadero about to close, the measure also affects other businesses in San Francisco related to flowers.The Westland Nursery in Pescadero had about 70 employees last year, the business began to decline slowly before the pandemic from competition with imported flowers, but after the two and a half month shelter-in-place the decline has left it on the brink of closing.When the nursery reopened in May, it was only able to hire ten of its employees and for fewer hours a day.The greenhouses look desolate, without single cultivated plant, much less flowers, with outdoor fields covered with weeds.On one of the farms there is a small parcel of Amor en la Niebla (Nigella) and on another of the company’s farms there is a small parcel of lilies. These two parcels were cultivated in May upon return from quarantine.As if the damage... https://catholic-sf.org/news/pescadero-flower-farms-threatened-by-church-closures

How an Urban Flower Farmer Spends Her Sundays - The New York Times

Ms. Clum lives with her husband, Christopher Longworth, 51, who is an architectural metal fabricator; their daughter Cora, 15; a dog, Ida Mae; and three cats.BREAKFAST WITH IDA MAE I get up early, around 6 a.m. If I was a real farmer I would probably have to get up even earlier. I have one cup of French-press coffee, and I will make myself a hearty breakfast, because I will be outside for several hours. There are almost always eggs, maybe some sautéed greens. On Sundays everyone in the house sleeps in, and it’s really quiet and lovely. My dog will get up. though, and if she’s staring at me, I will have to give her a walk before I leave. She almost always wins.WEEDING AND WATERING I try to visit two yards one day, three yards the next day. Now that it’s July, most everything is planted. When I go to the yards, I am mostly weeding and watering and cutting. I do what they call succession planting, which means planting seeds so there is always something blooming. That way I will have flowers throughout the season. I currently have black-eyed Susans, zinnias, cosmos, snapdragons, and chocolate lace flowers blooming.Harvesting black-eyed Susans in a backyard in Brooklyn.Credit...Aundre Larrow for The New York TimesSOCIAL DISTANCING I spend from two to four hours in each yard. During the pandemic when everyone was at home, I saw people more often than I did previously. Sometimes they would stay behind their door, and I would talk to them. Sometimes they would come out and maintain a distance. People are lonely and craving human interaction.Ms. Clum sells her flowers through a subscription service and to two stores.Credit...Aundre Larrow for The New York TimesBEAT THE HEAT On Sundays I’m usually able to get to two houses before the heat of the day comes. You don’t want to cut flowers... https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/31/nyregion/urban-gardening-nyc.html

McQueens Flowers Announces New York Residency at Moxy Chelsea - Opening an Experiential Flower Studio in the Heart of the Flower District - Benzinga

What started as a simple, stylish London flower shop has grown to become one of the world's most respected and admired international floral design companies and educators. Fantasy floral reveries and jaw-dropping natural creations have been masterfully dreamed and expertly executed for decades by McQueens Flowers for VIP clients including: Moda Operandi, Claridge's, Vanity Fair, Christie's, a partnership with the esteemed Courtauld Institute and more. With a modern approach that emphasizes sustainability, seasonality, and the English-style, McQueens Flowers a thought leader in the industry with an ambitious and dedicated focus on eco-friendly practices and thoughtful floral processes. It is the only florist to have received the Butterfly Mark from Positive Luxury, which identifies the luxury brands that meet the highest standards of verified innovation and environmental performance. The company has creative studios and workshops in London and Seoul as well as accredited flower schools, McQueens International Flower School – London and McQueens International Flower School – Seoul. Most recently, McQueens Flowers has entered the U.S. market with the announcement of McQueens Flowers New York, the first of several U.S. outposts offering a complete range of floral services.Truly a global company, McQueens Flowers is proud to make art with flowers for customers in Mexico, USA, Japan, France, Korea, Kuwait, Singapore, Hong Kong, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Italy, Spain and Australia. From dramatic arrangements at some of the world's finest hotels to VIP events to understated, yet stylish bouquets for private clients, the brand's longevity and global reach is a reflection of its unmatched ability to capture elevated luxury in floral design. Setting... https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/20/03/n15528754/mcqueens-flowers-announces-new-york-residency-at-moxy-chelsea-opening-an-experiential-flower-studi

Artificial Flower Market 2020: Industry Size, Growth, Revenue, Statistics, Competitive Landscape and Forecast 2027 - Monroe Scoop

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New business to plant roots in Grafton - Mountain Statesman

From flowers and home décor to wines and wine accessories, the shop is a sure to be a hit with the community.Sturm shared that she will be carrying a couple of sparkling wines, some whites, Moscato, roses and some reds, as well as a white and red sangria.In addition, she will also be selling fresh floral arrangements and bouquets; silk arrangements and wreaths, balloons and plushes. The Flower Market will also offer food items including Mountain State Honey; pasta, sauces and olives from the Pennsylvania Macaroni Company; dipping herbs, oils and vinegars from the Olive Tap in Pittsburgh; and delectable, delightful Sarris Chocolates.“The inventory will rotate, and I am getting involved with a couple of things that I am really excited about, but I want to leave that surprise for later,” Sturm said.She shared that she is established with some great vendors that will allow her to mix up her selection to keep inventory fresh and new for her clients.Sturm shared that she will also be providing gift baskets for customers. While wine baskets may be created, they will have to be picked up at the shop due to licensing restrictions.“While I am fully licensed for wine tastings, sampling and sales, I am not currently licensed to deliver wine. There is a great deal that comes along with that, and right now, we opted out of going that route,” she explained.Sturm said that with the growth of businesses and the revitalization of Main Street Grafton, she is excited to be a part of it. The Flower Market will be taking part in First Friday events, including a wine tasting event at 6:30 p.m., during the March First Friday celebration.Be sure to head down to The Flower Market, located at 76 West Main Street, Grafton, on Saturday, January 11, from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., for their Grand Opening. During the event, guests will be treated to free raffles and giveaways, along with snacks and friendly conversation.The Flower Market will be open Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Customers may stop by the shop, call in at 304-903-8941.Sturm said that her website, www.theflowermarketwv.com, is currently under construction, and once it is up and running, orders can be entered there as well.“Everyone always says to find something you love and do it, and that’s what I’m doing. I’m excited to get up and running, and I really hope that the community will welcome The Flower Market,” Sturm imparted. https://mountainstatesman.com/article/new-business-to-plant-roots-in-grafton

These Valentine's Day Gifts Will Be At Your Doorstep In No Time, Even If You Started Shopping Last Minute - Yahoo Lifestyle

Dylan's Candy Bar Belgian Chocolate Covered Indulgence, $, available at Dylan's Candy BarDancing Deer Baking CoHot tip from our comments section — upstate New York's Dancing Deer Baking Co has a box of molasses clove cookies that could make a grown R29 reader cry (OK, she didn't say that but the words "best" and "I've ever had" were used). Sadly, those are sold out for now so we suggest trying the sampler.Dancing Deer Baking Co Deer Classics Gift Basket, $, available at Dancing Deer Baking CoUncommon GoodsAn unexpected spot to find beautiful tasty treats is the internet's corner of curiosities, Uncommon Goods. Here's one example of a delightful little gift — a wine-shaped container filled with tasty truffles. Check out all of the small businesses and makers like this Pennsylvania-based baker, Neil Edley.Uncommon Goods Bottle-of-Wine Chocolate Truffles Box, $, available at Uncommon GoodsCheryl's CookiesThese are decorated and frosted with delicious buttercream icing. (Pssst, there's even an assortment of gluten-free options for our friends with food allergies.)Cheryl's Cookies Cheryl's Long Stemmed Buttercream Frosted Cookie Flower, $, available at Cheryl's CookiesPartake FoodsIndulge in this coveted black-owned brand that offers delicious cookies in every variety — you can even find vegan and gluten-free options here. Chocolate chips, cookie butter, and carrot cake flavors are abundantly available to ship right to your door. Partake Soft Baked Cookie Butter Cookies, $, available at Partake FoodsDavid's CookiesGive the people what they want; an entire tin of chocolate chunk cookies. No nuts, no teeny tiny chocolate chips, just the good stuff from this reliable, top-selling cookie lover's brand — that also happens to ship out delicious cheesecakes to pies, too. David's Cookies Fresh Baked Decadent Jumbo Cookies, $, available at David's CookiesDoughees By M.Dough.WMargo Wolfe’s Miami-based M.Dough.W features brownies, Oreos, caramel, rainbow cookies — you name it and they've stuffed it inside a gooey, fully-cooked, and ready-to-eat cookie dough.Doughees by M Dough W Build A Box (12), $, available at Doughees by M Dough WCarlo's BakeryFrom chocolate fudge cake and rainbow slices to ooey-gooey butter cookies and cannoli kits, you can find it all at Carlo's Bakery. Trust him — he was on Cake Boss. Carlo's Bakery Cannoli Kit - 12 Pack, $, available at GoldbellyMagnolia BakeryAsk almost any New Yorker, and we bet they will say that Magnolia Bakery sells some of the world's best-tasting cupcakes to banana pudding...like, ever. Available in a deliverable variety of flavors with seasonal frostings, this shop's sweets are prime Valentine's gifting material.Magnolia Bakery World Famous Banana Pudding - Party Sized, $, available at Magnolia BakeryBake Me A WishIn addition to brownies, you can send cheesecakes, cupcakes, giant cakes, traditional cakes, baskets, towers, and pies. Plus, 5% off all purchases goes to Bake Me A Wish's Small Business Empowerment Fund.Bake Me A Wish Gourmet Brownie Sampler, $, available at Bake Me A WishWicked Good CupcakesAs seen on Shark Tank, the family-owned team at Wicked Good Cupcakes offers up a fun way to serve and eat, cupcake-in-a-jar. They even have your gluten-free bases covered with a giftable GF package fo... https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/valentines-day-gifts-doorstep-no-141400857.html

Budding florists get day in the sun in new reality series - Your Valley

By BROOKE LEFFERTS NEW YORK (AP) — They designed epic floral statements in limited time with some very intense judges, but the contestants on the new reality competition series “Full Bloom” did not wilt under pressure.Ten budding florists from around the United States compete in wildly creative floral design challenges on the eight-episode HBO Max series. It debuts Thursday on the streaming service.Contestants accept two themed challenges per episode -- with the luxury of choosing from the best blooms -- and spin flowers into art. The show lifts the curtain on the high-pressure world of floral design and what it takes to be successful. It’s not as easy as it may seem.“It’s not just about who’s making the most beautiful bouquet. That is part of it. We all have to make beautiful things for our clients. But it is so much about the journey of being in the floral industry, which people just do not understand," judge Elizabeth Cronin said.While it may appear that florists just “play with flowers,” she said, th... https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/budding-florists-get-day-in-the-sun-in-new-reality-series,200666

Toilet Tissue Bouquet goes viral amidst cornavirus TP shortages - WCTV

Judging from the nationwide reaction the TP bouquet has received, they're succeeding.It even got a big thumps up from a caller in the Big Apple."Because in New York, she said it's very doom and gloom," said Bart Faulkner. "She said this is definitely making people smile up here."Faulkner says people across the nation have asked about ordering a bouquet, but sales have been limited to local customers.While the unique arrangement is making for a lot of snickering, the pair is seriously concerned about what the coronavirus is doing to their business, one that primarily depends on weddings."It's going to affect our business one way or another," said Bart Faulkner. "So, we're just trying to, right now, do like everybody and make the best of it."... https://www.wctv.tv/content/news/Toilet-Tissue-Bouquet-goes-viral-amidst-cornavirus-TP-shortages-568902351.html

RVC florist fills window displays with 'holiday pandemic' scenes - Newsday

People passing by Masters and Company Florist in Rockville Centre will see a holiday window display not unlike those found in New York City. Its decked-out windows are inspired by both the holiday season and the pandemic. "I feel like everything is so surreal and depressing, especially during the holidays," says owner Laurie Speziale, 60. "Why not create something a little whimsy?" The scenes created by the Woodmere resident include a Santa Claus sporting a face covering and a Christmas tree with medical masks mixed in among its ornaments. "I always do [the windows] up quite elaborate, for every season and holiday," Speziale says of her decorative handiwork. This year, COVID pulled the plug on the events that typically carry her business such as weddings, bar and bas mitzvahes and other parties, which gave Speziale some extra time to beef up her holiday display. "I really wanted to bring joy to others, so I thought ‘why not really do them up and I just want as many... https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/fashion-and-shopping/rockville-centre-masters-and-company-florist-1.50091128