The Meaning of Traditional Sympathy Flowers

During times of loss, flowers symbolize those feelings and emotions that we share. Throughout all of life, flowers carry certain meanings; traditional sympathy flowers are so chosen because of the meanings they embody. Peace Lily The… Read More about The Meaning of Traditional Sympathy Flowers »

Consider Sending Flowers for Grandparents Day

The Grandparent’s Day holiday was officially established by President Jimmy Carter back in 1979 and is celebrated the Sunday after Labor Day each year. This special holiday offers an ideal opportunity to show appreciation for our parents’ parents. There… Read More about Consider Sending Flowers for Grandparents Day »

Eastern Floral Asters

With over 600 species, the aster family of star shaped flowering plants is one of the most diverse and colorful. The aster is appropriately considered the birth flower of September, as it most often blooms throughout the fall months. Read More about Eastern Floral Asters »

Labor Day Festiviities

Before we know it, it will be time to pack away the shorts and sandals, and take the sweaters out of the closet. But before we say a final goodbye to summer, there is one last… Read More about Labor Day Festiviities »

Eastern Floral – August Gladiolus

When it comes to monthly birth flowers, August offers one of the most dramatically eye-catching- the gladiolus. The gladiolus’ name is gleaned from the definition of the Latin word gladius, which means sword and references Roman gladiators. It is so… Read More about Eastern Floral – August Gladiolus »

Friendship Week Flowers and Gifts

One of the most important ingredients in the recipe for a happy life is a good friend – even better, lots of good friends. Friends offer support in tough times, share joy during celebrations of happy… Read More about Friendship Week Flowers and Gifts »

Flowers for Back to School

Students and teachers will be heading back to school to start another year filled with excitement, anticipation, and challenges. A beautiful gift of back to school flowers could help ease them back into the routine of homework, instructing, contributing,… Read More about Flowers for Back to School »

A Colorful Summer Birthday Celebration!

A birthday floral arrangement can represent a wide variety of feelings, from romantic passion to friendly affection. Spouses, close friends or colleagues will all appreciate the generous indulgence of flowers. With so much variety, each floral bouquet conveys a… Read More about A Colorful Summer Birthday Celebration! »

Eastern Floral – The Science of Smiling

This month we celebrate “Make Someone Smile Week”. To observe this occasion, Eastern Floral would like to share some interesting facts about smiling. For instance, did you know that people with perfectly symmetrical smiles are considered more trustworthy,… Read More about Eastern Floral – The Science of Smiling »

The Living is Easy with Outdoor Plants

Summer’s here, and the living is easy. The warm weather beckons us outside., and the longest days of the year often translate to all-day picnics or evening gatherings on a back deck. No matter the space you have, there… Read More about The Living is Easy with Outdoor Plants »