5 Tips for a Pro Bouquet!

We've all been there-you want to buy flowers for someone but have no idea where to start when it comes to designing.  So, here's a step by step guide to put together a bouquet like a seasoned pro (and maybe even impress our designers, too!)

Tip 1: Have a theme.

A one or two word theme will help narrow down your flower choices.  For example, a 'celebration' theme will usually include brighter colors and interesting shapes, while a 'traditional anniversary' will use classic flowers like red roses. 

Tip 2: Know your colors.

One fun way to put together a bouquet is by having a main color.  You could use oranges and reds for a fall theme, or soft purples and pinks to celebrate a birth.  TIP: Some colors aren't widespread in flowers.  Blue is very rare in natural flowers, so to get a blue bouquet you may end up with artificially painted blooms.

Tip 3: Have one favorite.

Designers can come up with bouquets without needing a single flower suggestion from you, but if you know someone's favorite flower (or least favorite!), it will help shape the design.  Also helpful: knowing any allergies someone might have to things like stargazer lilies, which have a scent.

Tip 4: Know your height.

If you're purchasing a bouquet for someone, make sure they have a vase that will fit the flowers you're buying.  Tall flowers may need to be cut to fit a shorter vase.

Tip 5: Be open to interpretation. 

Designers love creating unique bouquets.  A few guidelines help, but giving them creative freedom will allow them to put together a brand new design that likely has never been seen before!  Give us an idea of what you're looking for, then let us loose in the cooler for a great bouquet!

So there you go, five tips to putting together the perfect bouquet!  What's the best bouquet you've ever received?  Let us know in a comment below.

-Your flower-loving friends at Hummingbird Floral and Gift.

3 Unique Fall Finds!

Fall is nearly officially here!  That means it's time to find a new look, whether it be in houseplants, fresh flowers, or home decor.  Here are three of our most unique fall finds!

Croton Plant



Croton plants are wonderful fall houseplants.  Their broad leaves are a mixture of green, yellow, orange and red, a permanent way to have fall foliage in your house!  They are simple to care for and will bring a little bit of the autumnal spirit into your house.

Coffee Break rose



Coffee Break roses are subtly brown with tints of oranges and yellows that give them a full gradient of color.  They make perfect additions for arrangements and bouquets as the weather cools, especially when mixed with red, yellow, or even purple roses.

Gygi Fall prints



Darren Gygi has a line for every season.  Fall brings cornucopias and turkeys for a classic autumn look, or witches and monsters for Halloween.  You can find them at our shop in several sizes, or let us order one in for you from his website.

Of course, this isn't all we have for fall plants, flowers, and decor.  The shop is in full fall swing, so be sure to stop by and see the new products, fresh flowers and plants, and all the other season surprises we have in store for you!

-Your flower-loving friends at Hummingbird Floral and Gift.