What flowers are similar to roses but less expensive?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 16-07-2010

I am trying to choose flowers for my wedding and i love the look of roses, but they’re just to expensive. I need something similar that can be dyed or that comes in black, purple and or white.

I”m getting my flowers from flowersandfreshness.com .
I also am on a limited budget, and want roses as well. They have roses in bulk, and they come in bud form and in all different colors. The total price including shipping is only 165.99 fro 200 roses!!
Take a look at it, and never go the fake flower route ecspecially for the most special day of your life !!

What kind of flowers should I get my girlfriend for her birthday?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 13-07-2010

Her favorite color is purple, so I’m thinking a bouquet of purple flowers. Should I mix in other flowers? What would go well with purple? Thanks.

give her some sex toys instead

What are the best flowers for a corsage and boutonniere?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 20-06-2010

Okay I need help!!! This is my senior prom, and I need an idea for the boutonniere and corsage. I have a like bluish teal dress. I don’t know what color flower or what type of flower I want. So what are the best flowers for a corsage or boutonniere? What is the most common or the most unique? Thanks!

Yellow roses work very well since they don’t fade very quickly and they aren’t so delicate that you can’t move freely while wearing them.

How can I make my cut flowers last longer in a vase?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 30-04-2010

I bought a bouquet of flowers at the grocery, and the package did not come with any flower food. The flowers died within a few days. Is there anything at home I can put in the water to make them last longer, if they don’t come with any flower food?

You can crumble up baby asprin and put it in the vase with the water and a bit of sugar. Also every few days cut the stems on an angle.

What kind of flowers should I get the woman I am dating?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 26-04-2010

We have been on 4 dates during the past month and things seem to be going well. For our next date, I thought I would give her flowers, so no occasion, except that I want to convey that I really like her. We are both in our mid to late 20s. During this time of year in the mid-atlantic region, what is a good idea for flowers and I don’t want to be cliche and give her roses? Thanks!

If you know any of her friends, then talk to them and ask them not to mention anything. Find out what her favourite flower is, that shows effort. Sure the friend will tell her even if they agree not too, but that also shows effort.

Plus, it’s also a good idea in case the friend turns around and says she suffers badly from hey fever, that way you can get plastic flowers as a gimmicky gift to prevent a romantic gift turning into a miserable date.

What flowers are discounted (going out of season) during the early summer months?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 24-04-2010

I’m pre-planning for my wedding. I’d like to get married in May or June. I’ve read that people save $ by incorporating flowers that are getting ready to go out of season. Is this true? Or did I understand it wrong?

It depends on where you live – different flowers grow in Florida than in Ohio at different times of the year.

The cheapest flowers are almost always the ones that are locally in season – which means they are growing in your area at that time. There are plenty of them (high supply) and they don’t have to be shipped from somewhere (shipping is expensive), which means a cheaper price for the buyer.

Best bet: Call three or four florists in your area. Ask them what their best deals are in May/June.

What are the rules of giving flowers to someone?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 10-04-2010

I need to know the following: Is it ok to give a boy flowers, and under what circumstances? Is it ok to give flowers to someone who is in a play/ musical even if they are only a company member? What types of flowers should be avoided for certain circumstances? and any other random flower giving tips.

You can give a boy flowers anytime, but typically they are given as a boutonniere (pin on) for formal/special occasions, for funerals, or as a get well gift. It is ok to give flowers to anyone in the cast/crew. If the person isn’t one of the more prominent members of the company, I would wait until they are off stage at the end of the production.

Here is a link with descriptions of what different flower colors symbolize:
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/meaning-of-the-color-of-flowers.html
In general, red is for love and yellow is for friendship.

Poppies might remind people of war as they are commonly used in war memorials and peace demonstrations.

What kind of flowers should I buy a girl for a ballet recital?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 08-04-2010

So this girl invited me to her nutcracker ballet recital and I want to get her flowers for after the show. I kinda like her, but don’t want too be to assertive and such, what kind of flowers should I buy? I was kinda thinking orange/reddish roses, but I think just red seems way too strong. It doesn’t even have to be roses too. Any suggestions? FYI this is highschool. Thanks.

What about a Silverstone Lavender rose that express serenity and love. A subtle way to say “I love you”.

What are some good light pink flowers for a wedding?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 04-04-2010

I’m looking for flowers for bouquets, decorations, and centerpieces. Would like to know some good flowers, preferably some I could order online and make my own arrangements. I’m getting married in May, so I’m looking for flowers that would be in bloom at that time. Thanks!

Here are just a few pink WEDDING flowers.
Astilbe
Bachelor Button
Canterbury Bell
Bleeding Heart
Carnation
Crabapple
Dahlia
Delphinium (rose-color)
Dogwood
Freesia
Geranium
Gerbera daisy
Gladiola
Hibiscus
Hydrangea
Impatiens
Larkspur
Lily
Mountain Laurel
Orchid – Catlaya – white with shades of pink or lavender in the center
Pansy
Peony
Poinsettia
Ranuncula
Rose
Bridal Pink – bright pink rose
Candia – creamy white with dark pink edges to the petals
Delores – soft pink rose
Jacaranda – hot pink rose
Straw flower
Weeping Cherry

What flowers are good for blooming in July?

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Posted by admin | Posted in Flowers | Posted on 02-04-2010

I am having a very small reception at my mother’s house during the middle of July. She said that we could plant some bulbs and have the flowers in bloom around that time. My wedding colors are pink and chocolate with a little bit of white, so those colors would be wonderful as I would really like to skip the florist. Thank you!

Do NOT take a chance on anything blooming at a certain time. Go to a nursery and find out from the manager what they "think" will be blooming and if they will hold them for you. Ask the manager what day you should plant them so they will not look wilted.