January 2018 - Allen's Flowers

Flowers are the Most-Beloved Valentine’s Day Gift

Valentine's Day arrives on February 14th. You are most likely already thinking about what to buy and plan for that special someone in your life. Don't be quick to dismiss Valentine's Day flowers just because it seems like everyone does it. There's a reason everyone gives flowers -- they are one of the most beloved gifts to receive. Their beauty says so much about how you feel for another person. Roses While the most traditional Valentine's Day flower, roses continue to be our top seller for this special day of love. We have premium, long-stem roses in a multitude of colors and hues. For example, passion is a luxury Valentine's Day arrangement that includes dozens of 24-inch premium long-stem roses in shades of pink and red along with white hydrangea, in a clear glass 14-inch bullet vase. You can order any quantity of Valentine's Day roses as well as other flower arrangements that include other types of flowers, such as orchids, irises, hydrangea, carnations, and more. Other Valentine's Day Bouquets We're excited to announce that we also have tulips just in time for Valentine's Day. We know that many of our customers love tulips just as much, if not more, than roses. These are also available in a wide array of colors and quantities that can be displayed in various vases. Then, we have other flower choices available in different styles and floral designs. This way, you can find something that matches your loved one's particular style. We offer everything from rustic designs to elegant floral displays. Custom Valentine's Day Flowers While we are proud of our selection of beautiful Valentine's flowers, we also realize that many people like to create their own special designs that no one else is giving out [...]

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Time to Start Shopping for Your Sweetheart

Valentine's Day is now less than four weeks away. And, since there are so many people who take this special holiday of love so seriously, you'll want to start shopping now for the perfect gifts that express your love. And, we can help at any of our San Diego flower shops and through our website. This is one of the busiest times of year for us so we're prepared. We've got our new Valentine's Day collection already available online and on display in our San Diego florist locations. Here's a sneak peek at what we have waiting for your sweetheart no matter what their preference or your budget may be: ROMANCE AND ROSES This stunning romantic flower arrangement features red, pink, and fuchsia roses along with greenery in a clear glass vase. You can choose from three sizes that offer 12, 18, or 24 roses. MOOD FOR LOVE This floral arrangement is one of our most popular displays across all of our San Diego flower shops. It is filled with premium flowers, including red roses, hot pink spray roses, cymbidium orchids, succulents and more. SAN DIEGO VALENTINE Roses are a popular choice for Valentine's Day, and this one gives you a range of colors along with a keepsake gold heart container. SAN DIEGO ROSES This is another beautiful choice to send your special someone roses for Valentine's Day. This floral display includes lavender roses, light pink roses, pink roses, light pink spray roses, and lavender spray roses along with various types of greenery. HEARTS ON FIRE This floral stunner includes red roses and carnations combined with white Asiatic lilies and chrysanthemums in a red glass vase. TULIPS IN LOVE Yes, we have tulips! One of our most requested flowers is back now that the season [...]

Caring For Your Plants on Houseplant Appreciation Day and Every Day After That

Today, January 10th, is Houseplant Appreciation Day. This special day was created to generate awareness and appreciation for one of nature's beautiful and beneficial gifts. If you have houseplants now or are thinking of getting some, this is an opportune time to learn about how to take care of them to ensure they last for years to come. Although houseplants are generally low maintenance, there are some specific things you need to do to keep them healthy like these houseplant care tips: Since it's winter time now, it's a good idea to focus on this season's care (however, we are lucky to live in San Diego where it doesn't necessarily get that cold!). Make plenty of room in your home to give your houseplants what they deserve. This means plenty of indirect light that allows them to feed on the sunshine. You can think about putting some in hanging baskets or on shelves in front of certain windows that attract the sunlight. Also important in the winter as they are all year round are temperature and humidity levels for your houseplants. Don't put your houseplants near a drafty window or any type of heating vent. This can cause your plants stress due to the fluctuating temperature and humidity it causes. You can increase the humidity around plants by putting them in pots that sit on top of pebbles that have been placed in a water-filled tray or dish. Make sure you keep the water level below the base of the containers. Additionally, you will want to maintain a regular watering and feeding schedule for your plants. Many indoor plants do not need as much water and fertilizer during the winter months. However, you should still ensure that the soil is at least [...]

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Flowers to Say Thanks

After the holidays, it's time to start a new year and focus on showing more appreciation to those around you. It feels good for them to know how much you value their hospitality, including invitations to holiday parties, gifts, and help. And, it feels good for you to show this appreciation. Here are some special flower arrangements from our San Diego flower shops and incredible floral designers that offer a way to show your thanks: CELEBRATE! This is a very festive flower arrangement to show your thanks. It contains hot pink roses, orange lilies, purple alstroemerias and green button poms. These are arranged in a leaf-lined glass cube along with ribbon. We offer three sizes. MOOD CHANGER Another bright way to let someone know you appreciate them is this stunning floral display. There are hot pink roses, green cymbidium orchids, orange mini roses and succulent cuts inside of a leaf-lined glass cylinder. KALE YEAH! This unique flower arrangement showcases some traditional and non-traditional blooms and greenery. There are kale, succulents, dianthus and pale pink garden roses. WHITE GARDEN This elegant and sophisticated floral display has white hydrangea, calla lilies, and roses alongside green hypericum and greenery within a gem-lined crystal vase. RUSTIC ROSES This gorgeous flower arrangement includes deep red roses and purple cymbidium orchids inside of a metal container. SUNNY SAN DIEGO This colorful bouquet sends sunny thanks. There are numerous seasonal flowers on display in primary colors. You may even want to come in and create small custom flower arrangements if you have many people to say thank you to a larger group. Please call or visit us to schedule an appointment to order your custom flower arrangements and work with our floral design team. We have many locations throughout San Diego [...]