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Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day!

Today is a special day that recognizes those hard workers and talented individuals that may work for you! That’s right -- March 1st is Employee Appreciation Day. Our blog post offers a bit of background on this day as well as some ideas for showing your staff just how much you appreciate what they do for you! All about Employee Appreciation Day When researching where Employee Appreciation Day got started, there does not seem to be much about it. The only potential link is that of Boss’s Day in which it was decided there needed to be day to celebrate Employees if there was going to be a day devoted to Bosses. Since so many organizations and companies are beginning to realize that employees are everything to their success, more are taking up this day as a way to recognize and reward them in hopes of keeping them! Ways to Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day When it comes to celebrating your staff, there are many things you can do with this day, including making it into an entire week of recognition. Here are some great ideas that you can throw together for today or think about for next year: Have a company party or picnic with a free lunch. Bring in a team of wellness experts to pamper the staff with massages. Offer incentives, prizes, or gifts for all the staff. Give out certificates and plaques for various achievements. Ask staff what they would like to do on their special day (or week!). Ideas for Employee Appreciation Day Gifts Gifts are also a great way to celebrate Employee Appreciation Day. Just remember to include a nice note that expresses how much they mean to you! We have a number of ideas that [...]

2013-03-01T22:28:02+00:00March 1st, 2013|Categories: Employee Appreciation|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day!

Spring Flowers at Allen’s Flowers: Time for Tulips!

Winter is coming to an end and spring is rapidly approaching. At Allen’s Flowers and Plants of San Diego, we are busy preparing for the changing seasons. This means stocking our shelves with vibrant spring flowers like one of our personal favorites -- tulips. To herald the warmer weather and brighter days (not that we have many harsh days in San Diego as it is!), our blog post will introduce you to our tulip collection for 2013 and highlight some of the many tulip arrangements and tulip floral designs we have specially marked down. Beautiful Tulips Many of our tulip arrangements are already on sale and some are marked down as much as 30% off, which is a great incentive to decorate your home with the colors of spring as well as share them with your office, friends, and family. There has never been a better time for tulips than during the spring sale at Allen’s Flowers and Plants. Do you know someone with a birthday coming up? Do you need to plan an event like a wedding or a baby shower?  If so, then we absolutely must encourage you to take advantage of our great selection and prices on tulips. Our Tulip Offering Check out these tulip arrangements that we have put together for Spring 2013: One beautiful arrangement that we offer is the Tulips Together arrangement. It offers a delightful trio of beautifully bundled tulips. Each bundle of ten tulips has their own bright and vibrant color of red, yellow, and purple. They are arranged in a modern-style, rectangle glass vase and are truly quite a site to see. Looking for something a little less elegant and a little more eye popping? Our Deluxe Fresh Holland Tulips bouquet is [...]

2013-02-25T17:34:28+00:00February 25th, 2013|Categories: Spring Flowers, Tulips|Tags: , , , , , |Comments Off on Spring Flowers at Allen’s Flowers: Time for Tulips!

Shop at Allen’s Flowers and Plants and Experience the Difference

We realize that there are many different flower shops out there and that in San Diego alone there are easily tens, if not hundreds, of places to take your business. However, if you have not already seen the difference at Allen’s Flowers and Plants, San Diego’s voted best florist, we encourage you to drop on by and give us a try. Trust us -- there is a difference between a floral department in a store and a genuine flower shop like us, including a significant different in terms of freshness, variety, quality, experience and expertise.  Offering the Very Best in Flowers Online and at any of our many locations across the San Diego area, you can see our great selection of fresh, vibrant, and wonderful flower bouquets and flower arrangements. One of our high quality and always fresh arrangements that could make the perfect gift as well as a great table top accent is “A Pink Polka Dot.” This delightful spring-themed arrangement is a prime example of an affordable, yet truly stunning, gift. Fresh and heavenly scented pink spray roses are hand arranged with white daisy spray chrysanthemums. The flowers are then placed in an exclusive transparent pink vase that has been wrapped with a pink and white satin ribbon. The arrangement makes a spectacular gift for any occasion whether that be an upcoming birthday, spring holiday, or even a “get well soon” flower arrangement. A Plethora of Gourmet Goodies and Gift Baskets Gift baskets are another one of those commodities you can often find at any grocery or department store in town. So, what’s the difference between ours and theirs? Well, for starters, a regular store bought basket has often been sitting around for a long while. At Allen’s Flowers [...]

2013-02-21T01:43:28+00:00February 21st, 2013|Categories: Allens Flowers|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Shop at Allen’s Flowers and Plants and Experience the Difference

Give the One You Love a Big Hug this Valentine’s Day

Roses are synonymous with Valentine’s Day – but we would like to suggest that they don’t have to be a commonplace gift for this special holiday of love. There are so many beautiful flowers that we enjoy every day that can also become the centerpiece to your Valentine’s Day bouquet or Valentine’s Day flower arrangement. Valentine Hugs Our talented floral design team has decided to incorporate the idea of affection in this year’s Valentine’s Day collection. And, beyond the kiss, hugs are pretty special, too. They work for family, friends, kids, and even some colleagues.   The Allen’s Flowers and Plants Valentine Hugs bouquet would be a nice addition to hugs on Valentine’s Day. Our lovely Valentine Hugs arrangement is many things and offers a way to enjoy a wide range of nature’s beauty. First, it includes our beautiful white daisy spray chrysanthemums. Second, they are complemented by fresh and vibrant red and pink carnations and, of course, our lovely line of red roses. Third, all of these beautiful flowers are hand arranged and placed into a very lovely red vase for viewing pleasure. It offers a way to create some special magic this Valentine’s Day by giving your loved one a unique flower arrangement that goes beyond the tried and true red rose bouquet. Remember that, at Allen’s Flowers and Plants, all of our flowers and plants undergo an inspection upon arrival. And, before being arranged by our professional staff, any and all flowers that do not meet our high standards are then tossed. We believe in holding our farmers to the same standards our customers hold us. This is why our arrangements, bouquets, and plants are always of the freshest quality. The result is that our flowers and bouquets [...]

2013-02-11T19:01:28+00:00February 11th, 2013|Categories: Valentine's Day|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Give the One You Love a Big Hug this Valentine’s Day

Romantic Strategies for Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day, we encourage you to hold nothing back. Show you partner your very best and let them know just how much they mean to you on the most romantic day of the year with a Valentine’s Day strategy that says, “I Love You,” in four amazing ways. Stocked and ready for the already high demand with Valentine’s Day rose and bouquet orders pouring in, here are some tips on the best romantic strategies for this Valentine’s Day. The Romance The Romantic floral bouquet is really quite a sight with a beautiful arrangement of high-quality, fresh flowers and greenery not to mention the gorgeous presentation. Romance does come in other forms as well, so be sure that everything you plan – from the restaurant or show to the gift focuses on what you know your partner likes the best. Also, be sure to do extra things for them like helping out or treating them to a new outfit and afternoon at the salon to make them feel their very best.   The Flowers Flowers are a central strategy on Valentine’s Day. While there are the traditional roses, you can also think about another flower that your partner loves. Maybe they admire orchids are captivated by tulips. Incorporate those in your Valentine’s Day bouquet or make an arrangement that just features that special type of flower.  Perhaps your partner doesn’t like flowers, so you can consider a stunning green plant or basket garden. The Chocolate With some of our arrangements, we have included chocolate because let’s face it, who doesn’t like chocolate? The delightful chocolate that comes in The Romantic bouquet is none other than world-famous Godiva. It is an 18-piece Godiva Chocolate box filled with luxurious and mouthwatering treats that [...]

2013-02-05T18:46:36+00:00February 5th, 2013|Categories: Valentine's Day|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Romantic Strategies for Valentine’s Day

Same-Day Delivery This Valentine's Day for San Diego Residents!

Valentine’s Day is often called the most romantic day of the year and this year it falls on a Thursday. At Allen’s Flowers and Plant’s, we realize that many of you will be working on Valentine’s Day since it falls in the midst of the work week. That is why we would like to inform everyone in the San Diego area that here at Allen’s Flowers and Plants we offer same day delivery to the San Diego area on all of our Valentine’s Day gifts. That’s right, if you are working and worried about how your Valentine’s Day gift might get to your loved one at the right time, you can count on all of our locations throughout Sand Diego to deliver. Our Valentine’s Day Flower and Gift Delivery System At Allen’s Flowers and Plants, we offer same day delivery on practically all products in the store or from our online selection. Our only real requirement is that the location in which we are delivering must be in the San Diego area because our hardworking employees are actually hand delivering our exquisite floral creations. That’s right, when you order through Allen’s Flowers and Plants, you can expect great handling and care to be taken with the delivery of all of our products. We don’t box the flowers up and ship them out! It’s all about the presentation and giving our customers a way to make their loved ones smile and maybe be speechless for a moment! The Many Faces of Valentine’s Day Throughout all of our San Diego locations, we have many different types of gifts that are more than suitable for your Valentine. We offer a very wide variety of bouquets and arrangements as well as health-promoting green plants. Not [...]

2013-01-27T20:08:48+00:00January 27th, 2013|Categories: Valentine's Day|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Same-Day Delivery This Valentine's Day for San Diego Residents!

Valentine’s Day: Out with Old Ideas, In with New Gift Ideas

San Diego residents and those just passing through, look no further than florist you voted best in San Diego this year. When it comes to Valentine’s Day needs, both big and small, we have it all. These days, it is getting harder and harder to think of something original or romantic for Valentine’s Day, especially if you have been with your loved one for a good many years.  Don’t worry, though, as we’ve stocked all our stores with fresh flowers, plants, and great gifts to show your loved one that you still have some tricks up your sleeve! Endless Gift Ideas The date is a very important part of any Valentine’s Day; however, the gift is also pretty important, too. When it comes to gifts on Valentine’s Day, there are typically three types:  flowers, candies, and some type of cuddly and stuffed animal like a teddy bear, kitty, or puppy with a heart or some sweet sentiment. We’ve got something in all of those categories but also many more of these items as well as balloons and cards not to mention special gift baskets with spa items, coffees, gourmet food and fresh fruit. Valentine’s Day Flowers We are a florist, so of course we offer the widest range of the highest quality flora in the San Diego area. In the category of Valentine’s Day flowers, we have just about everything. Here we have our Dozen Roses with Lilly Stargazers, a simply elegant arrangement that isn’t too heavy on the wallet, but it is a floral arrangement that will surely leave her in awe. If you are looking for something a bit more extravagant, then look no further than our 48 Red Roses Arranged. Imagine four dozen extravagant and beautiful Ecuadorian Red [...]

2013-01-21T20:54:21+00:00January 21st, 2013|Categories: Valentine's Day|Tags: , , |Comments Off on Valentine’s Day: Out with Old Ideas, In with New Gift Ideas

Celebrating the Most Romantic Day in Style: A Valentine’s Day to Remember

Valentine’s Day is coming. Now, you guys might be out there thinking, What’s the rush as it’s practically a month away? You should probably know that many florists sell out the week of Valentine’s Day and sometimes even earlier than that! Not to mention that all the best date night spots will be booked up weeks in advance. Don’t worry too much though because your friends at Allen’s Flowers and Plants are here to help you plan early! The Gift Comes First If you and your significant other have come up with some kind of arrangement and claim you are not exchanging gifts this year.(Saving money is a common excuse), please toss that idea out the window. Here’s why. Many times people will say that only to wind up purchasing or making a gift in the end and then discover that the other has stuck to the rule. It can be awkward. So getting him or her something special is always a great idea. Roses are a gift for the ages. They are a timeless classic that never gets old and is always beautiful. At Allen’s Flower Market, our 24-inch stem roses are a great example of this beauty. Our 24-inch line of Premium Assorted Roses is a dazzling take on a classic arrangement. This floral masterpiece contains an assortment of both red and pink roses that are the colors of love, caring, and all things representing Valentine’s Day. The best part though is that the arrangement is fully changeable to your needs. Want a dozen roses?  Need two dozen? We can do it all and more. A Perfect Night Anyone will tell you that, when it comes to going out on a date on Valentine’s Day, you have to make reservations. [...]

2013-01-14T18:24:05+00:00January 14th, 2013|Categories: Valentine's Day|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Celebrating the Most Romantic Day in Style: A Valentine’s Day to Remember

Treat Your Valentine to Unparalleled Quality Bouquets, Floral Arrangements, and Gifts

We have been voted San Diego’s best florist for the third year in a row now, and this speaks to the quality of all the flowers, flowering plants, bouquets and gifts we offer at each of our locations throughout San Diego. Every year since our inception in 1980, we have strived our very hardest to bring you nothing but the very best in floral arrangements, flowering plants and plants, and gifts. It is great to see that for three years now, our fine city of San Diego has considered us to be their very best florist and so we ask you. Do you not want anything but the best for your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Well, look no further than Allen’s Flowers and Plants. Whether online or in store one thing is for sure:  We have the very best in selection, quality, and price for Valentine’s Day or any other occasion. This Valentine’s Day give your valentine something that truly stands out, such as a beautiful bouquet or arrangement from your local flower shop. When you shop locally, you do a lot more good than just the good of giving a gift. You stimulate the local economy and in the case of flower shops you help support the local growers that we enjoy working with and who provide us with variety and quality that builds our reputation. More importantly, the quality of both product and service is always a step above the competition. This is because local small businesses put their heart and soul into their business because it’s their livelihood and they care about forming personal relationships with their local clientele.   Being the Perfect Valentine With the most romantic day of the year quickly approaching, it is important [...]

2013-01-07T18:15:35+00:00January 7th, 2013|Categories: Valentine's Day|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Treat Your Valentine to Unparalleled Quality Bouquets, Floral Arrangements, and Gifts

The Proper Gift for a Holiday Host or Holiday Hostess

Chances are this holiday season you will find yourself at a holiday party or two -- maybe more. These parties, whether mature and classy or with endings that mirror a crazy night, had a host or hostess that put a lot of thought and effort into the event. Whether it is a group or individual who slaved away for hours in an attempt to make everything perfect and right at their holiday party, if you have already gone or have yet to go, then be sure to find a way to thank them properly. There are many ways to do this though most typically one brings a gift of sorts to the party for the host or hostess. At Allen’s Flowers and Plants, we have a few of the perfect gifts in mind. Selecting the Right Gift You don’t want to come off wrong when giving a gift to a host or hostess. For the hostess, the gift should not be intimate but more of something along the lines of casual. We’ve put together a few good host or hostess gift ideas below to make it a bit easier for you: Wine is a fine gift and can be quite affordable. This drink is obviously for an adult hostess and if you plan ahead you can pick up a bottle that helps complement the meal that will be served at the party. Wine is fine but liquor is quicker. Seriously though at some party bringing a bottle of the hostess’s favorite poison is sure to make her smile. Of course, not all gifts have to be so adult. Chocolate makes a great gift too. Just about everyone loves chocolate and so for the most part you really can’t go wrong with [...]

2012-12-24T18:40:51+00:00December 24th, 2012|Categories: Gifts|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on The Proper Gift for a Holiday Host or Holiday Hostess
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