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‘Princess Power’ is the official rose of the 2020 Portland Rose Festival - OregonLive

The people who put on the Portland Rose Festival’s spectacular display of spring events can also be counted on to deliver blooming good news in the depth of winter: The festival foundation has just announced ‘Princess Power’ as this year’s collector’s edition rose.This Hybrid Tea rose has a medium-long stem, flowers of white splashed pink with cream reverse and a mild fruity and tea fragrance.The medium-tall plant with dark, glossy green foliage by celebrated hybridizer Christian Bédard was introduced by grower Weeks Roses. It will be available exclusively at the Portland Nursery at 5050 S.E. Stark St. (503-231-5050) and 9000 S.E. Division St. (503-788-9000) beginning in early February.The cost is $29.99 (including free shipping) with the Portland Nursery donating $2 of each sale to the nonprofit Portland Rose Festival Foundation.‘Princess Power’ prefers full sun and is designed to bloom abundantly and continuously all summer. With excellent care it can live more than seven years, according to the grower.‘Princ... https://www.oregonlive.com/hg/2020/01/princess-power-is-the-official-rose-of-the-2020-portland-rose-festival.html

How to Keep Flowers Fresh: 10 Hacks to Double How Long Your Buds Last - Realtor.com News

The most common cause of wilting for these blooms? Dehydration.“These bold, blousy blooms are heavy water drinkers,” says Leanne Kesler, president of Floral Design Institute, in Portland, OR.If they begin to fade and go limp, Kesler shares a surprising trick for reviving them. Replace the water in the vase with very hot water (near boiling) and a splash of bleach. Then recut the stems and stick them back in the vase.“Within an hour, the limp blooms will be revived,” says Kesler.You can use a similar trick for longer-lasting dahlias, says Tischler: Simply recut the stems at an angle and place them in about 4 inches of near boiling water in a vase and let them sit at least an hour.Consider the endsCertain flowers like poinsettias, asclepias, and euphorbia produce a milky sap when cut. To make them last longer (and prevent them from clouding up your water), dip the ends of the stems in boiling water or even (carefully) sear them with a lighter before adding them to an arrangement, says Thompson.Stand firmTischler has one more trick up her sleeve when it comes to keeping flowers fresh and firm, especially hydrangeas: alum powder. This can be found in the spice aisle of supermarkets.“It’s typically used in pickling to keep cucumbers firm, and will have the same effect for your hydrangea,” she says.Give the stems a deep, vertical cut first; then dip the stem in alum before sticking in a vase or floral foam. https://www.realtor.com/advice/home-improvement/how-to-keep-flowers-fresh-flower-hacks/

The Best Flower Delivery Services, Just in Time for Valentine’s Day - Vogue

Although we’re sure you’d do a lot of things for true love, haggling with a florist over the phone because it’s 10 p.m. on February 14 and your delivery still hasn’t arrived isn’t one of them.Thankfully, Vogue’s got some answers. Below are 7 thoughtful and impeccably-designed arrangements you can order online, nationwide. There are romantic red roses, abundant astrantias, and even dried flowers for those seeking something different. (And fine, I also snuck a succulent in there. It is adorable and you will love it.)So without further ado—here are the best flower delivery services, and loveliest flora, for the day all about love.Farmgirl Flowers “Love Actually” Bouquetfarmgirlflowers.com$83Shop NowHow can you not adore for Farmgirl Flowers, a female-founded, sustainable, mission-driven company that delivers burlap-wrapped bouquets? This Valentine’s Day, their “Love Actually” bouquet is perfect for any hopeless romantic—just like the movie.H.Bloom “Pastel Whispers” Bouquethbloom.com$150Shop NowWhite calia lilies and overflowing green sprigs add a dramatic dash to this otherwise pastel arrangement. Order it for someone that always opts for the exotic.Vogue x Urban Stems “The Love Story” Bouquetur... https://www.vogue.com/article/the-best-bouquets-to-order-online-for-valentines-day

Obituary: Charlotte G. Poulin - Lewiston Sun Journal

Newton, Mass., Doris Remis’ School of Floral Design in New York, and Henry I. Simmons School of Floral Design in Boston alongside her sister Mary. She worked in the family business of Saunders Florist for many years and was a participating floral designer at design schools in both Maine, and at the Boston Flower Exchange.As a teenager, under the tutelage of Mrs. Thurston, she concentrated her love of horses in the competitive show ring and won the Maine State Equitation Championship, among many other awards. She enjoyed her summers at the family cottage on Orr’s Island, especially the boating trips with her brother Abbott. In her later years she met the love of her life and forever friend, Albert Poulin. Together they lived a fulfilling life on the farm where they tended to her greenhouse, her “critters,” and decorated for every season. She will be fondly remembered for her beautiful holiday decorations, her delicious home cooked meals, and her fun-loving spirit.Charlotte will be greatly missed by her loving husband of 32 years, Albert “Sonny” J. Poulin. She is survived by her sister, Mary (Greenleaf) Keough and husband Jim; sons, Arthur Kesaris III and wife ShellyRae, William Kesaris, and Carl Greenleaf; grandchildren, Nicholas and Alexa Kesaris, and London, Amelia, Zane, and Wyatt Greenleaf; stepchildren, Kathy Hough, David Poulin and wife Kim, Karen Poulin, and Jonathan Poulin and wife Monica; grandchildren, Mike McCue and wife Maisie, Dianna, Amanda, Samuel, and Alex Poulin; great grandchildren Kylie and Logan McCue; numerous cousins and friends.Services will be held in t... https://www.sunjournal.com/2020/02/06/obituarycharlotte-g-poulin/

Florist Wildflower Truck to open in Worcester Public Market as it parks its 1968 Volkswagen to avoid winter w - MassLive.com

Volkswagen named Lady.Beginning on Feb. 6, they’ll be available out of the Worcester Public Market.Wildflower Truck announced Tuesday that the florist will be one of the vendors providing goods in the Worcester Public Market, once it opens.The move to a brick and mortar location offers a place where people can purchase flowers during the winter months when Lady is indoors, the florist said in Facebook post.In addition to flowers, Wildflower Truck will sell vases, succulents, candles, bags, creams, lotions and more. The space will also offer bouquet arranging classes.Wildflower Truck is the latest vendor to announce its home within the Worcester Public Market.Froze Zone, offering fresh daily made gelato, announced its inclusion in the market on Monday.Developer Allen Fletcher said last week, About 25 vendors have already signed leases with some smaller spaces remaining available.The Worcester Public Market is scheduled to open on Feb. 6. https://www.masslive.com/worcester/2020/01/florist-wildflower-truck-to-open-in-worcester-public-market-as-it-parks-its-1968-volkswagen-to-avoid-winter-weather.html

Irvine's top 5 flower shops - Hoodline

Wondering where to find the best florists near you?Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top such shops in Irvine, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're in the market for bouquets, centerpieces and more.Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Links included in this article may earn Hoodline a commission on clicks and transactions.1. Irvine Village FlowersPhoto: pooneh e./YelpFirst on the list is El Camino Real's Irvine Village Flowers, at 15415 Jeffrey Road, Suite 102. With 4.5 stars out of 149 reviews on Yelp, it's the top-rated flower shop in the city. 2. Juicy CreationsPhoto: juicy creations/YelpThe Business District's Juicy Creations, at 2801 Kelvin Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the florist and floral designer spot five stars out of 33 reviews.3. Bird of Paradise Couture FloralsPhoto: bird of paradise couture florals/YelpBird of Paradise Couture Florals, also in the Business... https://hoodline.com/2020/01/irvine-s-top-5-flower-shops

Santa Rosa's Grohe Florists closing after a heritage that goes back more than 100 years - Santa Rosa Press Democrat

With roots going back more than 100 years, Santa Rosa’s Grohe Florists will close Wednesday as the owners retire from a business that’s helped generations of local residents spread good cheer, celebrate romance and comfort the sick or grieving.Brent and Loralie Wilson, who bought the store at 1313 McDonald Ave. in 1988, witnessed significant changes over the decades, from the advent of national brokers such as 1-800-Flowers to the influx of grocery stores encroaching heavily into the business. They also managed trends through the years with the ever-popular roses and dahlias and the more waning carnations and chrysanthemums.Still, the couple had a healthy clientele and the business was profitable. It won the Best of Sonoma County award sponsored by The Press Democrat seven out of the past eight years.“There are still loyal customers and they like to go to florists,” said Brent Wilson, 76. “For those who are getting a real customized, on-site attention for centerpieces and that sort of thing ... It’s just a more personal touch.”The couple decided... https://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/10357375-181/santa-rosa-florist-closing-after

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