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A festive, hand-tied bouquet showcasing brightly-colored Chrysanthemums.

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Details of a bi-color purple 'Balthazar' spider Chrysanthemum.

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Chrysanthemums and other bright blooms set the scene in this tableside arrangement.

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"Oriental-inspired" arrangement featuring pink mums, oriental lilies, orchids and Anthurium.

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Second Place Goes to Chrysanthemums, the Essential Harbinger of Autumn

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November 23, 2020

Second Place Goes to Chrysanthemums, the Essential Harbinger of Autumn

A celebrated part of Asian cultures for 3,000 years before being introduced to European gardens in the 17th century, Chrysanthemum flowers are now second only to the rose in worldwide cut flower sales. Yet it’s in the fall when Chrysanthemums make their seasonal appearance in nature as ambassadors of autumn, overflowing flower beds and floral designers’ displays with incredible brilliance.

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November 16, 2020 Freshly-Picked Flower Arrangements to Inspire Your Autumn

Oh the joys of autumn: a time to reflect, recharge and revel in the abundance of the fall harvest. As the weather begins to cool and nature’s vibrant hues shift to earthier tones, we turn to flowers and foliage to help us celebrate the invigorating colors and textures of the season. Here, 10 acclaimed floral designers from around the world share their unique takes on fall trends.

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November 13, 2020 HBO’s 'Full Bloom' Offers a Rowdy Ride Through the World of Competitive Floristry

HBO Max’s Full Bloom reality series brings together 10 of America’s top budding designers in the ultimate floral showdown.

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November 12, 2020 Flowers With a Message: Floral Industry Unites to Spread Hope Amid COVID-19

In spite of the challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, floral businesses have banded together to deliver messages of hope using flowers.

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November 11, 2020 A Wilting Industry Forecasts a Strong Comeback From COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted nearly all aspects of the floral industry. Despite the challenges, floral businesses remain resilient.

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November 6, 2020 Cottagecore’s Charm Lies in Escapism to a Simpler Life

In this new age of social distancing, cottagecore is satisfying escapist fantasies and offering a safe haven from the modern world.

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November 3, 2020 Healthy Food Stuff, Fancy Garden Plantings or Eye-Catching Cut "Flower"—Explore the Split Personality of Ornamental Kale

You may not find this kind of kale (and cabbage) in your produce department. Although ornamental kales and cabbages are relatives of several cool season vegetables we eat today, these perennial and biennial herbs are cultivated more for their good looks, not so much for their taste.

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October 27, 2020 10 Ways to Create Emotional Connections With Flowers

What's not to love about flowers. They decorate our homes and special events, lift our spirits and invite us to build meaningful bonds. While living in this new “new normal,” here's 10 ways flowers can help create emotional connections and break anyone free of a stress-induced funk.

Singular Sensations: Mixing Flowers Is Not the Only Solution for Beautiful Vases, in Fact for Some It’s a No-No.

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August 22, 2018

Singular Sensations: Mixing Flowers Is Not the Only Solution for Beautiful Vases, in Fact for Some It’s a No-No.

If you’ve ever looked at a vase filled with only one type of flower and thought how beautiful it was with its no-frills appeal, you’re not alone...

10 Ways to Make Your Fresh Flowers Last Longer

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August 20, 2018

10 Ways to Make Your Fresh Flowers Last Longer

Whether it’s a huge bouquet of your favorite high-end flowers or just a single basic blossom, you want your fresh decoratives to brighten your space and your mood for as long as possible. Unfortunately, not all flowers are created equal, and...

Arguably the Best Flower Shop in New England, Winston Flowers Delivers a Spectacular Botanical Experience

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November 8, 2017

Arguably the Best Flower Shop in New England, Winston Flowers Delivers a Spectacular Botanical Experience

For consumers in New England, the name Winston Flowers is synonymous with impeccable...

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September 29, 2017 The Mixed-up, Misnomered, Misunderstood Persona of the Wildly Attractive Calla

The simple elegance of this classic flower may not be as simple as it seems. First, it’s not actually a calla...

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September 15, 2017 Pumpkin Pot

Fall for these pumpkin inspired creations as you carve out a little fun for your Halloween celebration!

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August 23, 2017 Laura Dowling, Former White House Florist Turned Author, Visits With Flower.Style

For 31 years and through four presidential administrations, Nancy Clarke served as chief floral designer in the White House...

The Surprising Sunflower Energizes Body, Soul and Planet

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August 16, 2017

The Surprising Sunflower Energizes Body, Soul and Planet

Don’t let that sunny face fool you. This is no humble prairie weed. It’s a world-traveling powerhouse of beauty, nourishment and literal saving of the earth. The classic sunflower disguises itself as a simple...

The Beloved Color That Can Be Both Soothing and Creepy Is Also the Holy Grail in Horticulture

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August 10, 2017

The Beloved Color That Can Be Both Soothing and Creepy Is Also the Holy Grail in Horticulture

Blue is everyone’s favorite color. That assurance comes according to countless studies that have been done on the subject, including those that have explored color preference by gender and age group. Blue consistently comes...