Category: Holiday

Celebrating International Women’s Day

by The Society of American Florists (SAF) | Sep 1, 2019

Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8, is a day to honor and celebrate the achievements of women from around the world. With efforts dating back as early as 1908, the occasion is an official...

Change it up: Unconventional ways to give flowers on Valentine’s Day

by Rebecca Lamus | Sep 1, 2019

If you are in love, Valentine’s Day is the most special day of the year. What could be better than getting a heartfelt gift from the person you love, eating a romantic meal by candlelight and...

Carnations for Valentine’s Day? Learn their secret language

by Rebecca Lamus | Sep 1, 2019

The carnations just may be the most popular flower in the world, and this timeless symbol of love and affection has been grown and cultivated for many centuries. A bouquet of roses is the...

Mother’s Day

by The Society of American Florists (SAF) | Sep 1, 2019

The first celebrations of Mother’s Day can be traced back to the ancient Greeks, who worshiped mother goddesses Rhea and Cybele. During the 1600s in England a special day was set apart as Mothering...

Administrative Professionals Week

by The Society of American Florists (SAF) | Sep 1, 2019

Administrative Professionals Week, also known as Professional Secretaries Week, is a time to recognize support staff for their accomplishments and contributions to corporate success. Research...

Easter & Passover Flowers

by The Society of American Florists (SAF) | Sep 1, 2019

In Christianity, Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is known throughout the world as a celebration of spring. Passover celebrates the freedom of the Israelites from slavery in...