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VOTED BEST FLORIST IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
Allen’s Flowers and Plants is a family owned and operated floral design firm. We have three floral design center located in downtown San Diego, El Cajon and La Mesa. We employ a team of professional floral designers who produce some of the most unique, contemporary, creative and award winning floral arrangements found anywhere in San Diego. In addition to flowers, Allen’s Flowers also carries one of the most extensive selections of gifts, gourmet gift and fruit baskets as well as green plants, flowering plants and tropical plants found anywhere in San Diego, California.
San Diego, California is located in one of Southern California’s most populated areas, known as San Diego County. Our store in right in the heart of the city of San Diego. Anytime we deliver to a customer in San Diego, we always utilize our own team of skilled delivery drivers. We can deliver to either residential or commercial structures and always guarantee same day delivery on all flower arrangements, plants and baskets delivered within the San Diego area. We sell only the highest quality flowers and plants. Many of the flowers we use in our arrangements come directly from the flower farms and growers in Southern California, Latin America and on occasion Holland.
Local Same Day & Express Delivery
Allen’s Flowers provides same day and express flower delivery service anywhere in San Diego County. We back every single flower arrangement we create with our on-time delivery and 100% customer satisfaction guarantee. If for any reason you don’t absolutely love the fresh flower bouquet we create and deliver for you, just contact our floral design center. We will design and deliver another bouquet, of equal or greater value, absolutely free of charge.
Nationwide Same Day Flower Delivery
If you need to send flowers to someone who resides outside of our local delivery area, we encourage you to opt for our nationwide same day delivery service option. We have developed a hand selected network of floral design partners around the country. Our staff works directly with these vendor partners to accomplish same day deliveries across the United States. Every arrangement, whether scheduled for local or nationwide delivery, is guaranteed for on-time arrival. Each design is also backed by our 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.
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Allen’s Flowers Offers the Best Graduation Flowers in San Diego
Allen's Flowers has been serving customers in Carlsbad and the greater San Diego area for more than 38 years The beautiful month of May has arrived, and graduation plans are starting to take shape. This is an exciting time for school students from preschool age and above as they will be moving to the next level of their education. Throughout the graduation process, we cannot forget the teachers, professors and parents that have helped students reach graduation. Salute all of these folks with thoughtful and elegant Graduation Flowers from Allen's Flowers. Allen's Flowers congratulates all of these people and their accomplishments. Our professional multi-talented floral designers will help you honor that accomplished graduate, teacher or parent. They will be so happy to receive an Allen's Flowers Flower arrangement, or bouquet and you will be proud to give it [...]
Allen’s Flowers Offers the Very Best Mother’s Day Floral Products in San Diego
Allen's Flowers has been Voted the Best Florist in San Diego 11 Years and Running Mother's Day is on May 8th! This special day has been a wonderful occasion for mothers since its inception many years ago. With supply chain issues remaining disrupted, do not wait too long to start shopping for Mother's Day Floral Products. The award -winning Floral Designers at Allen's Flowers have created the most caring and fresh flowers, plants and gifts. Each of our floral products were carefully created by our Floral Designers to put a big smile on mom's face. Thinking about all of the things one can do for mom is a natural thing. However, if you are a mom also, take a moment to consider what you might do for yourself. Often, a mother may neglect thinking about [...]
Allen’s Flowers offers the finest Mother’s Day Flowers in San Diego GalleryAllen’s Flowers offers the finest Mother’s Day Flowers in San Diego
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Allen’s Flowers offers the finest Mother’s Day Flowers in San Diego
Allen's Flowers offers the best selection of farm fresh flowers in Oceanside. The world class Floral Design team at Allen's Flowers highly encourages customers to start shopping now to find lovely Mother's Day Flowers. This is arguably one of the busiest times of the year for Flower purchases and now is the perfect time to start shopping with Allens Flowers. Our Floral Designers have been working many hours creating elegant, fresh and heartfelt flower arrangements and bouquets for Mother's Day. Mom is a one-of-a-kind lady and deserves to be extra honored on Mother's Day. A great way to do that is by giving her a special Allen's Flowers Bouquet. After all, she spent many years of dedicated commitment to our success and happiness. Let her know you have not forgotten her devotion. There is nothing [...]
Give Flowers from Allen’s Flowers on Administrative Professionals Day this April 27th GalleryGive Flowers from Allen’s Flowers on Administrative Professionals Day this April 27th
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Give Flowers from Allen’s Flowers on Administrative Professionals Day this April 27th
Allen's Flowers selected as the best florist in San Diego by the readers of the San Diego Union Tribune. After working in corporate America for many years, I personally have encountered and had the pleasure of working with some of the very best Administrative Professionals. These individuals were selfless, dedicated, focused, unofficial leaders and some of the most rigid gate keepers. We all have worked with people like that. Allen's Flowers and our team of world class Floral Designers have prepared beautiful Administrative Professionals Day Flowers to honor this day. Administrative Professionals Day evolved from what used to be National Secretaries Day which was created in 1942. Over the years it has become more of a celebrated and recognized day. The past two years with people working more from home, it has heighted the awareness [...]
Bring in the Spring Season with Allen’s Flowers Beautiful and Fresh Spring and Easter Flowers GalleryBring in the Spring Season with Allen’s Flowers Beautiful and Fresh Spring and Easter Flowers
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Bring in the Spring Season with Allen’s Flowers Beautiful and Fresh Spring and Easter Flowers
Allen's Flowers has been Proudly Serving Lemon Grove, California for Over 32 Years Allen's Flowers has the perfect flowers to help you usher in the Spring season while also honoring the Easter holiday. Easter is also a glorious occasion to spend time with loved ones and friends. Flowers are a major part of the Easter Holiday. Not only do flowers add beauty and freshness to the Easter Holiday and Spring Season, but they also have religious meaning in some cases. Allen's Flowers has a great selection of Easter and Spring Flowers. Spring and Easter Flowers from Allen's Flowers are a welcomed gift. Naturally, mothers and grandmothers love Easter Flowers. In addition, your significant other, co-workers, church groups or as a dinner gift if you are invited to share Easter dinner at someone's home. Generally, Easter [...]
Shop Allen’s Flowers for Wonderful Funeral and Sympathy Flowers
Allen's Flowers Delivers to Funeral Homes and Churches When it comes the difficult time to shop for Funeral and Sympathy Flowers, you will be impressed with the wonderful creations the world class Floral Designers at Allen's Flowers have designed. Memorial Service We are extremely proud of our talented floral designers at Allen's Flowers. They are able to prepare the most elegant and heartfelt flower arrangement to add dignity and beauty to this respectful and solemn ceremony. Our team knows the business and we are a group of talented, caring and passionate professionals. We take pride in our work and leave our customers completely delighted with their floral product purchases. Celebration of Life It is now commonplace that families choose a celebration of life ceremony as an option to a more traditional service. Many times, these [...]
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Easy Flower Arrangement and Gift Ordering: In-Store or Online!
Allen’s Flowers and Plants is San Diego’s premiere florist. All of our locations make ordering easy, but for those on the go, we also have enhanced our online ordering process. Our blog post today offers you reasons why you should stop by or even place your order online. In-Store Ordering of Flowers, Plants, and Gifts One of the best ways to order from us is to come into one of our locations listed below. Each store is staffed with trained and seasoned professionals who understand how to match you with the flowers, plants, and gifts you are looking for and that are within your budget. Whether you are ordering a flower bouquet or you are planning a wedding, our locations can handle all your requests with friendly, personable service. So, come see us at: La Mesa 5609 Lake Murray Blvd. La Mesa, CA 91942 (619) 460-3192 El Cajon 107 Jamacha Rd. El Cajon, CA 92019 (619) 579-6720 Downtown San Diego 620 Market St. San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 233-7673 The beauty of coming into our shop is that you will see a wide selection of the fresh flowers we use as well as enjoy the many events and incentives we offer for stopping in to [...]
Flowers and Plants on a Budget
High-quality, fresh flowers and plants do not have to be expensive nor do you have to settle for cheap flowers that come boxed and nearly dead by the time your recipient unpacks and arranges them in a vase. While it may seem that supermarket flowers or fly-by-night Internet florist websites are your only choice if you are on a budget and want to send loved ones a flower arrangement, bouquet of roses, or green plant, you do have a choice! Freshness and Local Sourcing Make the Cost Difference Allen’s Flowers and Plants makes it more affordable than ever to send flowers and plants whenever you want for birthdays, get well pick-me-ups, anniversaries, thank you flowers, new baby flowers and those just because flower arrangements. And, for those great prices, we also offer the only the freshest plants and flowers that are hand-arranged and then hand-delivered just how they were arranged. The reason we can offer such great value at all of our San Diego locations as well as across the United States is because we have developed great relationships with local growers and farmers, negotiating the best prices possible so we can pass the savings onto you. Ways to Save [...]
Gifts for New Parents and their Bundle of Joy
The birth of a baby (or babies if it so happens to be twins or more!) is a joy for the parents and their circle of family and friends. Every new life that enters the world is a cause for celebration whether it is the very first bundle of joy in the family or you are several bundles into creating your family. For those of you who know someone in the San Diego who has recently had a baby or even if you live here and want to use your local, favorite, and top-rated San Diego florist to send flowers to new parents somewhere around the country, you might want to consider these highlights from our website that offer some of our favorite new baby flower arrangements and new baby gift baskets. Baby-Themed Flower Arrangements First, there are our flower arrangements to celebrate the new arrival: For new baby flower arrangements, we have arrangements that highlight a boy or a girl by matching hues of blue or pink flowers along with coordinating ribbons. During this spring season that includes some beautiful flower choices, including roses, tulips, gerbera daisies, calla lilies and orchids to name just a few. If you are [...]
Getting Ready for Palm Sunday and Easter Celebrations
This year, Palm Sunday is March 24th and Easter Sunday is March 31st, so that means it’s time to start thinking about this special religious holidays, their meanings and traditions, and plans to decorate the house and table with special Easter flowers, Easter centerpieces, and Easter baskets. Meaning and Tradition According to FaithShare.com, Palm Sunday is one of the most important days in the Christian calendar alongside Christmas and Easter. It is always the Sunday before Easter and starts the Holy Week, which remembers the week of events leading up to Jesus’ death. Typically, those that celebrate Palm Sunday attend mass and participate in the blessing of the palm fronds, which was what was used to pave the road as Jesus passed on a donkey. Easter Sunday is a celebration of Jesus’ resurrection from the dead. It is the critical belief in Christianity as it means everything in terms of salvation and redemption for Christians in terms of Jesus’ sacrifice for human sin. Those that celebrate Easter Sunday do so at church as well as at home or with a meal with others. Celebration and Décor Easter has become a commercial celebration as well with many fun activities for children, [...]
Time for Spring Celebrations that Include Flowers and the Wearing of the Green
With March in full swing and the seasons starting to change, that means spring is just around the corner – March 20th to be precise. Along with it comes one of the biggest party days of the year – St. Patrick’s Day, a day celebrated throughout San Diego with the wearing of the green, including Irish pubs in the Gaslamp District and throughout the county. This week’s blog introduces you to some of our spring flower arrangements and gift ideas for St. Patrick’s Day as well as for spring weddings, spring festivities, and spring gifts. Sunflowers for Spring One of the brightest and happiest flowers of spring is the sunflower, and we’ve got a wide range of ways to enjoy the sunflower – on its own and as part of a mixed spring flower arrangement. This includes our Sunny Sunflower arrangement in a glass vase as well as our Sunflower Garden, which features a grand collection of roses, lilies, sunflowers, alstromeria and more along with stunning greenery in a cylinder vase. Spring and Easter Flowers Easter is not too far off. Just a few weeks away, it will be here, so we are already stocking up on some ‘eggciting’ flower [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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 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 [...]
The Allen’s Flowers and Plants Holiday Sale
Christmas is just around the corner and soon after will be the New Year. If you have yet to begin your holiday shopping or still have a few last minute gift shopping trips to make, why not pay a visit to San Diego’s finest florist, Allen’s Flowers and Plants? You will see that we have stocked up for the holidays with always local and always fresh flowers. And, the best part is that most everything in the store and on our website is part of our annual holiday sale. It’s a jolly time of year for our holiday sale. With the Allen’s Flowers and Plants Holiday sale, you can take up to 20% off not some, but most all of our bouquets, arrangements, and gift baskets. Christmas shopping has never been so easy before this year. Let Allen’s Flowers and Plants take care of all your gift shopping needs with ease. Gifts for Everyone You Know Men and women, young and old, at Allen’s Flowers and Plants, you will find that we literally have something for everyone -- flowers for mom, a living green plant for dad, and a basket for everyone in the workplace. It’s true that the gift [...]
Hanukkah Flowers, Plants, Gifts and Traditions
The Hanukkah holiday celebration is here and many families all over the country are gathering in fellowship to celebrate the miracle of the Menorah. This celebration will go on for eight whole days in remembrance of the story of the miracle of the lighting of the Menorah in the Jewish temple. They had found only a small amount of oil, but the Menorah burned on for eight whole days an event that marked the start of Hanukkah. Flowers for Hanukkah Secularly, Hanukkah is compared to Christmas and often gifts are given during the celebration -- sometimes gifts are actually exchanged every single day over the eight day period of the holiday. So this Hanukkah holiday, why not celebrate with the gift of flowers or a gift basket? At Allen’s Flowers and Plants, we offer the most vibrant and truly delightful flowers in all of Southern California. We have everything from amazingly colorful and fresh bouquets to some of the most beautifully designed arrangements one could ever dream of. If flowers are not what you are looking for, we also offer a variety of green plants that are so fresh they are alive not to mention that these types of plants [...]
Covering Your Holiday Decorating This Spirited Season
The holidays are a time of great festivities and whether you go at them alone or with the family and friends doesn’t change the fact that everyone at least to some degree gets into the holiday spirit. Whether you want to break away into something new or are a slave to the family traditions, it doesn’t matter. When you decorate this year, remember that San Diego’s best florist has you covered for all of your decorating needs, including Christmas flowers, Christmas flowering plants, Christmas centerpieces, and fresh garlands and wreaths. Decorating on a Budget Who isn’t decorating on a budget these days? Take a look at our economy and its obvious why couponing has become so popular. Well, we have a few great decorating tips that shouldn’t cost you more than a dime and some time. If you have kids, know that these decorations make great crafts, too. You may remember popcorn strings from when you were a kid. It involves stringing popcorn on thread like a bead and making what looks like snowflakes on the Christmas tree. Speaking of Christmas trees, why not make your own ornaments? With Christmas colored construction paper and some paint, crayons, or markers, you [...]
Allens Flowers Decorates Our Website, Blog & Social Media Sites For The Holidays!
Click On The Photo Above To Visit The Allen's Flowers & Plants Facebook Page! As you can see we have been decorating for Christmas. We hope that you enjoy our blog and Facebook page and will come back and visit us often. If you enjoyed your visit, please let us know by clicking “Like” on our Facebook page! Allen's Flowers & Plants is a second generation, family owned and operated floral design firm. We have been serving up Holiday smiles in the San Diego, California area for more than 30 years. We invite you to stop by any of the three floral design centers we have, located in downtown San Diego, El Cajon and La Mesa and enjoy the beautiful holiday decorations that we have put up. We offer the areas best selection of Christmas Flowers, Holiday Gift & Fruit Baskets, Seasonal Flowering Plants, Floral Table Centerpieces and so much more. Christmas Flower Arrangements On Sale Now! Holiday Gift & Fruit Baskets Holiday Floral Table Centerpieces Seasonal Plants
The Many Faces of the Chrysanthemum
The November birth flower is the Chrysanthemum. Like birthstones, birth flowers represent the month in which someone was born. They are often associated with superstitious beliefs and generally the meaning of these stones and, in this case flowers, is associated with one’s personality. At Allen’s Flowers and Plants, we believe that the Chrysanthemum flower would make a delightful gift to anyone with a November birthday but in taking its meaning to heart, it would serve others just as well, too. The flower is beautiful, being first discovered in a gold color but is also known to grow in white and red. The Origin of the Chrysanthemum The flower was first used in China well over a few hundred years ago. It was used in culinary for mixed greens and other salad like dishes as well as made into a tea. It has even been made into a type of rice wine as the Chrysanthemum flower is known for its sweet taste and aroma. Unlike other sweet things though, the Chrysanthemum flower is also known for its effectiveness as a strong insect repellant as well as killer. The Color and Meaning Throughout history, we have associated colors with meanings. For example, [...]
Set the Thanksgiving Holiday Table with Beautiful Thanksgiving Flowers
Thanksgiving is about a special time and creating memories with those we love. Many of us will be having friends and family over for a grand feast and festivities. Like the dinner that you will be slaving away on in the kitchen, chances are you want everything to be perfect. You hope everyone enjoys themselves and the food, so what better way to lighten the mood but with beautiful floral decorations at and around the dinner table. At Allen’s Flowers and Plants, we couldn’t think of a better thing ourselves. Setting a Beautiful Table for the Feast Impress your guests even before the bird is brought out for carving. At Allen’s Flowers and Plants, we have just the means to help you do that this fine Thanksgiving Day. With our countless number of Thanksgiving-themed floral centerpieces and even more floral arrangements and bouquets all in the flavor of autumn, all of these themed pieces of floral art are perfect to decorate your home for the holiday. Take one of our beautifully designed floral centerpieces that will perfectly complement any Thanksgiving feast. For example, “Allen’s Cornucopia” is a centerpiece that stays to the Thanksgiving centerpiece tradition but still manages to bring [...]
Shake Their Hand: Celebrating Veteran’s Day
Veteran’s Day is upon us and we believe it is ever important to give our thanks to America’s servicemen and women for their endless sacrifice. Allen’s Flowers and Plants believe that no Veteran should go unloved ever and to know that so many are suffering on this side of the states pains us greatly. No man or woman should be alone after serving for this country for when they did from that moment on and to eternity they became our family. Every one of us owes them for what they have done, keeping freedom free and protecting our friends and families. To every veteran we say, thank you for your service to our nation and her people. A History of the Holiday Veterans Day was first celebrated at the end of World War 1 on the 11th hour of the 11th day in the 11th month of the year 1918. Like Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, Veterans Day is celebrated to commemorate and decorate our military to thank them for their time, service and sacrifice in keeping this nation and her values alive. We share the belief of others that not a single veteran should ever feel alone after serving [...]
A Lighthearted Election: It’s Time to Vote and Agree to Disagree
Is it fantasy to believe that a lighthearted presidential election could be at all possible? Perhaps you might think so, but it wasn’t that long ago it seems that people went around having a little more respect for others and their beliefs. Before, it seemed to us that, while we all might have in the end sided with one side or another, most of the time we stood in the middle supporting various parts of each political party. It seems impossible for one side to just go and get everything right. So, yes it is safe to say that a more lighthearted Election Day is very much an achievable effort. We All Have Views It is important to remember that every one of us has our own views and is entitled to our own opinions on all matters and on goings in this country and its politics. Just because someone thinks differently or votes for one party over another, it does not mean they are the ‘enemy’; they are a person too and, just like you, they have their reasons. As we close in on Election Day, chances are you are going to continue to see more and more people [...]
The Sweetest Day of the Year
The Sweetest Day is a day about being kind to those less fortunate, being sweet just to be sweet. The Sweetest Day is celebrated the 3rd Saturday of October, but do we really need a designated day to show some kindness? At Allen’s Flowers and Plants, we hope that it isn’t the case. After all, we believe that, while a designated day of being sweet is just the right medicine for the world, all of us as a whole should at least try to make a difference and make a stranger smile today or tomorrow and perhaps everyday this year. A Little Kindness Goes a Long Way The Sweetest Day was started in the 1920s, and it was celebrated by the committee who started it that handed out thousands of candies and sweets to those less fortunate. Over the years, it has evolved some into a holiday about giving a little something to those you love in an effort to show them just how much they mean to you. So, this sweetest day or any day really, a little something for someone special can really brighten their days. Because the truth is we never really know how a little kindness [...]
Spooky San Diego Events
A lot comes with October -- there is, of course, Halloween and all the spooky fun that brings. Fall is in full season with the breeze and the dead leaves. The days are shorter and the nights longer -- just another great reason to have some great plans for the month. Luckily for those of you in the San Diego area and those looking for a getaway that’s not so far away, San Diego is quite the bustling city with lots of fantastic things to do. Some Great Haunts in San Diego With the celebration of Halloween being just a short couple of weeks away, the annual 29-day event, The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park, is already underway in Balboa Park. This spooky event is being put on by The Haunted Hotel and they are promising a stroll through the world of nightmares. It’s a place where heroes hide in fear of what lurks in the dark and where your guide is your lifeline. You don’t want to get lost in those woods. Thrill seekers, horror buffs, and people just out looking for a good time should be sure to check out The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park this Halloween. [...]