Month: April 2011

Austin florist Freytags Florist was recently recognized by Teleflora, the worlds leading flower wire service, as a Presidents Club TOP 50 florist for the year 2010. Teleflora has approximately 16,000 member florists throughout the U.S. and Canada and this prestigious award recognizes Freytags Florist as being in the top 1% of all U.S. flower shops sending orders through the Teleflora network. This coveted award stands as a testament to this enterprising florist and their contribution to the floral industry. …

Colorado weather can make for difficult growing conditions, especially for flower lovers. From searing heat to severe weather to lack of moisture, it can be a challenge to produce abundant flowers. In an effort to aid both homeowners and commercial growing operations, Colorado State University has released the results of its Best of 2010 annual flower trials. …

The Los Angeles Flower District California Flower Mall, the largest San Pedro Street discount and wholesale flower market, is open free to the public with late evening hours Mother’s Day week and all night before Mother’s Day May 8 and Dia del las Madres — Mexican Mother’s Day — May 10 for DIY shoppers that want to express their love and gratitude with gorgeous farm fresh flowers for every mom in their life at deep discount prices up to 70% below retail. …