Greenville Mothers Choose Their Favorite Flowers

At Dahlia, we have been asking Greenville moms to give us their favorite flowers, and the results are in!  Here's a synopsis of our survey, and a top tip on how to give them for Mother's Day.

1.  ROSES.  Believe it or not, roses still won out!  I believe roses will always be a top choice, thanks to history and fragrance.  Poems, stories and legends abound about roses.  And on top of that, their fragrance is divine. 

          TOP TIP: Not all roses are fragrant, but the ones that are, don't last as long.  However, the Mohanna Rose ( a gorgeous yellow rose) is long lasting AND fragrant.

2.  HYDRANGEA.   A southern tradition came in a close second!  Just drive around any Greenville neighborhood to agree with this result.  Their large, drak green leaves frame the fluffy blooms nicely.

          TOP TIP:  Hydrangea need lots of water.  If buying cut stems, make sure to shave away a thin layer of the outside bark about 2" up from where you cut it, for maximum water intake.

3. & 4.  LILIES AND DAISIES.  These two favorites tied for 3rd place.  Both blooms are impressive in size, and are shouting, "Hey, look at me!"  Some moms love lilies for their fragrance, and of course, daisies are the happiest of flowers.

          TOP TIP:  A great way to create an impressive arrangement for your mom is to combine lilies and daisies together.  Why?  Because of their contrasting shapes;  One is star and trumpet like, and the other is flat and round.  Combining the two allows for a very dynamic arrangement.

5. & 6.  TULIPS AND CALLA LILIES.  Another tie!  Tulips and Callas remind me of 1920's Hollywood classic women, with their long, elegant sillouettes.  With both of these flowers, less is more.

          TOP TIP:  Tulips grow about an inch a day, and towards the sun.  For this reason, recutting the stems and turning the vase around daily will keep your tulips from getting out of control.  Calla lily stems will become mushy if in too much water.  They only need a couple of inches of clean water to stay hydrated.

7.  PEONIES.  Mostly in shades of pinks, peonies are famous for their abundance of fluttery petals.

          TOP TIP:  Peonies are appreciated by gardeners and floral designers alike, because their season is short lived.  So when a mother receives peonies in her bouquet, she knows that you are giving her something truly special.  When designing a flower bouquet, mix peonies with longer lasting flowers to maximize the life of the arrangement.

8.  ORCHIDS.  Orchids come in so many varieties, and some are really fragrant.  Orchids are another bloom that stands well on their own.  We are in luck, here in the south, because orchids love high humidity.

          TOP TIP:  Dendrobium orchids as a cut flower stem are actually at about the same price as a rose.  For a truly elegant arrangement, a few stems of orchids added can definitely impress your mom.

9.  TRADITIONAL DAISIES.  These are the field daisies, with the yellow center.  They mean innocence, cheerfulness and beginnings.  A classic flower that has a long vase life.

          TOP TIP:  Daisies mixed with delphinium, larkspur and bells of Ireland create a true wildflower arrangement.  Add natural raffia or burlap as the bow, and your mom will feel loved!

10.  ALL OTHER FLOWERS:  Iris, sunflowers, gardenia, lilacs, foxglove, daffodils and zinnias all made the list.  Moms definitely have opinions on flowers, but all moms agree, that they love ALL flowers!

          TOP TIP:  When ordering Mother's Day flowers, ask the professional for advice. An example would be that some mothers love bright colors, where others prefer pastels. It's our job to ask you the right questions, and to create a custom bouquet that will make your mom smile. 

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Earth Day Promo

For this week only and just a limited number of subscriptions, we're offering an Earth Dahlia Flower Subscription. 

Imagine gorgeous dahlias, callas and gerberas arriving right at your doorstep through out summer.  Go to our SHOP FLOWERS(www.dahliaonline.com/pages/shop/detail.aspx ) page for more info.

Order online here, or call us at 864.232.0112.

This would make a perfect Mother's Day present, or Teacher's Gift!

Or, how about reminding your Sweetie all summer long, how much you love her. . .

It's all about FUN, FUN, FUN!

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Spring Has Arrived

How do we know it's spring?  The blooming trees around town, of course!  Here's a pic of a new little peach tree my husband planted.  Soooo cute! (the tree as well as the husband)

Plant your trees by April 15th.    Greenville's freeze date is April 15th, and after that, everything really needs to be established to have the best chance of surviving our hot hot summers. 

Tips on planting trees and shrubs:    Dig a hole about double the size of your root ball.  Fill the hole with a some of your new potting soil.  Before you place the root ball, make sure the roots are combed out, so they don't continue to grow in circles.  After placing the root ball, pour in the rest of your new potting soil.  Sprinkle a bag of mulch on top.  Oh yeah, make sure the top of your new plant is not below the surface of your yard (you don't want to create a place for standing water).  Water generously and watch it grow.

Dahlia was a part of "Spice of Life".  I had three willing participants create a flower bouquet, using Dahlia's " Seven keys to unlocking your creative spirit".  They were great sports, and each arrangement turned out completely different from their neighbor.  I think the audience was really intrigued, as well.

Dahlia is also working on the very exciting project of revamping the our store front!  You'll see the progress through out the coming weeks, and hopefully we'll be completed by Mother's Day.

I spent Saturday building my first ever raised vegetable and flower garden.  I was pretty much all thumbs, but with my Jamie's help and patience, we were able to complete the structure.  Imagine not having to bend down to pull weeds!  Also, if this works well, I'll build more for the store and we'll grow our own flowers, including dahlias, of course.

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Valentine's Day!

This is a great year for Valentine's Day. Order NOW:  864-232-0112.

 Why?  Because it falls on a TUESDAY, which means your sweetheart will go to work on Monday,with anticipation, wondering all day what awaits her. . . And then, on Valentine's Day - Tah Dah!  She receives the coveted Dahlia Artist's Choice Bouquet or the Dahlia Color Palette Dozen Roses, that is the envy of all her coworkers.  She will be grinning from ear to ear, knowing how SMART and FANTASTIC her sweetie is!  She may feel a tinge of guilt, making her coworkers bummed, but she instantly dismisses it, because today SHE IS LOVED BY YOU!!!!!!! 

Space is limited, but we have NOT ONLY stocked up on drivers to expedite deliveries, but we are ready to work relentlessly through the night, in order to serve you, so order ASAP.  We can't wait to make your Valentine's Day a success.

And, for those who want a "behind the scenes" sneak peek into the artists who will be assisting you in this perfect Valentine's Day. . .

     Eddie will be handling your bouquet as if it were the last of it's kind, and delivering it with the not to go unnoticed presentation it deserves.

      Andrea, who designs like a tight rope walker making it look easy, will be placing flowers in a vase like a greek god adding stars to the sky.

      Nancy will be adding her sweetness and sincerity to every bouquet, for that athenticity Dahlia is known to achieve every time. 

     Stephanie, like a dragon fly , is happily darting from design room to processing room to check out counter, intuitively choosing the blooms that will go in your custom bouquet.

     Zac is meticulously writing down all of the specifics of your custom bouquet, and helping you envision and create the perfect bouquet to WOW her.

     Anna is calm, cool and collected on the outside, but being an over-achiever (for your benefit) on the inside, by designing the most amazing bouquet you've ever seen, just for YOU.

   And, me?  Well, I'm being thankful for your recognition that something really magical is happening, here, and I'm LOVING EVERY MINUTE OF IT. 

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Sincerely,

Kristin Rene Kimball Podsiadlo

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