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Wondering what to do with all those glass vases that have been piling up around the house all these years. Well.. we have a win win solution for everyone. Next week here at Bloom's we are having a recycle week. Bring your gently used vases into the...
It is another Mother's Day and this year poses an unusual situation for growers and florists. Although many people like to send Mom a fresh bouquet for Mother's Day, alot of people like to send a flowering hanging basket that will last the spring/summer...
This years quick turn around time between Easter, Admin Asst Day and Mother's poses many challanges to the florist. Diplays and marketing must happen on a quick time schedule as well as making sure the fully stocked cooler and balloon stock is kept up...
This is my 11th year hear at Bloom's for Easter. It is my favorite of all the Holidays because after the long winter it is always so nice to see and smell all the signs of spring within our four walls. The bright pinks, yellows and purples are a nice...
Don’t be fooled by on-line “posers” who trick people into believing that they are real florists. Many of these on-line “florists” are what we call Order Gathers in the florist field. Some of them will ship flowers in boxes to people. I have heard from...
Well we just came out of the Merriest season of all and now headed into the Sweetest season. Whether it is Cupid’s Ball, a Father’s Daughter Dance or Valentine’s Day people will be out looking for blossoms for their sweeties. When picking up corsages...
It is already Christmas and almost New Years! It seems I was just swimming in my pool the other day. Winter took it's time getting here this year, but when it did it came in cold and snowy. It sure makes for a pretty drive when delivering. This year's...
It is another Thanksgiving at Bloom's and I am thankful we are still here :). A business that has survived 75 years serving a community. This year we anticipate seeing many of our regular customers come in to get their centerpieces for the holiday table....
It has been since spring since I last posted a blog!! Shame on me. It is fall again and we have chosen to have the ghost great customers at the door this year. It was a good summer with many successful weddings and happy brides!! Looking to the weekend...
On Mother's Day this year show your Mum that you are thinking of her. Mom's need to be appreciated all year long, but should received some extra special attention on Mother's Day. If you can not be with your Mom call her, text her, skype her and let...
Special care: Keep plants watered regularly and keep soil well drained. Plants in bloom need a lot of water and prefer a well-lit location out of direct sunlight. Remove the yellow anthers to prevent staining of white petals. To reflower the next season,...
This year marks 75 Years for Bloom's Flower Shop in Albion, NY. We will be having a 75 Rose give away on 9/15/10- stop by to enter a raffle to win! Also, each design will have a faux diamond somewhere in it this year! Have fun finding it....
Did you know that the proper name for Shamrocks is Oxalis. They do not only come in Green with white flowers. This year we have other varieties as well. Red Shamrocks have pinks or white blossoms and the Iron Cross have a black center on the green...
The fact that Valentine's Day falls on Sunday this year followed by a National Holiday and Spring Break creates a special challange for us! Where as some florists would take a conservative approach, we are going "full steam ahead". Customers who come...
This year we are trying a new approach to the Holidays. We are no longer Teleflora, but are now FTD. We thought long and hard this fall and decided to try to build our Holiday arrangements around our own creative ideas instead of wire service. We have...
It is my 9th Thanksgiving at the Flower Shop and I am thanksful for that!!! and for all the great people I have worked with over my 9 years here. That includes both workers and customers. This Thanksgiving remember to be Thankful for all those new...
When some people think of Halloween they think of ghost and goblins. When we think of Halloween we think of the headless flower Bouquet. Some people find it too eerie, but we just think its funny. Come see for yourself- if you dare!!!!...
Even Bosses need to feel validated for all their hard work once in a while too. A perfect time to do that is on Bosses Day...and why not that is why the day was created. It is the Bosses job to work hard to assure you job security and during these economic...
Well it is the end of another summer vacation for the students. Some are ready and some wish summer would go on forever (this includes the parents too!!). The stores are busy with those looking to find those school supplies required and some they just...
People and flowers both have a life force that needs oxygen to thrive, and light and water to live. And, when we are surrounded by nature, our emotions are calmed and harmonized. Plants are natural air filters and aid in keeping our surrounding free...
This year make your Mom feel like she is the best and most important person in the world.... its the least you can do! Bring a smile to her face this year with a special springtime delivery ..and we can help! Call us today to arrange for a special delivery...
Each year many little dancers practice their spins, toe points and other moves in anticipation of the yearly recital... Well that time has come. In coming weeks there will be several shows by different dance companies locally. Show them how proud you...
Some call it Secretaries Day, some call it Professional Administrative Assistants Day. No matter what you call it – it is a day that any executive should not forget! Your assistant is who helps keep thing running smoothly and is an important asset to...
Here at Blooms Easter is one of our favorite holidays. It signifys each year that spring is coming. Inside the store potted plants like Lilies, Hydrangeas, Bulb Gardens, Cinerarias, Cyclamens, and other such plants give the store the feeling that spring...
Is it better to be born Rich or Lucky? This year we are featuring the St. Pattys Day Beer Mug Arrangement.. Stop in for a little "Luck" of the Irish....