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Homecoming Flowers for a High School Dance

September 22, 2014

An American tradition for a century or more, homecoming was first celebrated at universities and colleges to welcome back alumni, but for many high school students it’s the first dance they’ll attend. Along with parades, football games against rival schools and the crowning of the Homecoming Queen, is also the first time many nervous young men will wait at the door with corsage in hand as their date comes down the stairs. Meet her (or him) with flowers that look fresh and fabulous all night long by choosing some of these spectacular stems that are the perfect choice for a corsage or boutonniere.

If your date is into current trends…gerber daisy
…try the bright and colorful gerber daisy. These sunflower relatives are flashy and dazzling and can be found in colors like white, red, pink, orange and yellow. A different take on the traditional rose corsage, one made with gerber daisies will stand out beautifully in photos and will look great next to a black or white dress or jacket. A talented florist can add a bit of bling in the center and accent it with green or red hypericum berries or a few feathers to make a one of a kind corsage for your one of a kind date.

If your date is sporting a vintage look…carnation
…carnations are the perfect choice. Classy without being old-fashioned, these look great pinned to a lapel or with a matching ribbon around the wrist. White ones are said to represent the loveliness of a woman’s charm in the language of flowers while dark red ones are symbolic of admiration.


If your date is Homecoming royalty…chrysanthemum
…then the only appropriate flower is the chrysanthemum. Traditionally, the large Fuji or Spider mums (sometimes called Football mums) were called the Homecoming flowers and used in everything from wreaths to corsages to welcome back alumni and decorate the cars that carried in the Homecoming court. In a dazzling array of colors, chrysanthemums will be the perfect match for any potential royalty, though the traditional color is yellow, gold or white for this occasion. Ask for a larger one with drooping petals and a few dainty freesias tucked in trimmed with ribbons in your school colors for a look fit for a king or queen.

If you are your own date…White dendrobium orchid
…pick a flower that’s as bold and unique as your are- the orchid. With more than 25,000 different species to choose from, you’ll be sure to find one that’s perfect for you.

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College Rose Flower Bouquet Continued

May 21, 2012

This is part two of our college rose flower bouquet series and it is just in time! College graduation has begun all over the country, and a college rose flower bouquet is the perfect way to honor that new grad. FTD has developed a new line of flowers personalized to various universities throughout the country. The bouquets are presented in a gift box decorated with the college colors and logos, and include a matching vase. Prices start at $39.99 and the bouquets come in the option of 6, 12 and 24-stems. Here are the remainder of the FTD college rose flower bouquets:

University of Oklahoma – Are you Sooner born and Sooner bred? These bold red and white roses will make the grad smile!

University of Oregon – Are you brimming with Fighting Duck pride? Treat yourself or a classmate to these vibrant green and yellow roses.

Stanford University – Give a cheer for the Stanford red with this exciting Cardinal-red and white arrangement.

University of Tennessee – Sing and Fight with all of Your Might! This fun orange and white rose bouquet is a perfect way to show your Smokey pride!

University of Nebraska – Are you a proud Cornhusker? Then you will love this scarlet and white arrangement.

University of Miami – These eye-popping green and orange roses are a perfect way to honor that special Hurricane in your life!

University of Arkansas – Show your Razorback pride with these red and white roses!

Graduation Flowers - The FTD University Of Miami Hurricanes Rose Flower Bouquet - 12 Stems - Vase Included

Don’t see the school for which you are looking here? Keep checking back, FTD is continuing to add new schools to their collection on a regular basis!

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Congratulate a New Graduate with a College Rose Flower Bouquet

May 18, 2012

It is graduation season, and the perfect time to say “congratulations” to the grad in your life with a college rose flower bouquet. FTD has unveiled a stunning collection of flowers that are personalized to some of the most well-known universities in the country, and they’re continuously adding more! Each college rose flower bouquet comes in a stunning gift box that displays the college colors and logo, with the option of including a keepsake vase that also features the college colors and logo. Available in 6, 12 and 24-stem options, these thoughtful bouquets are affordably priced, starting at just $39.99. Here is the first of our two-part series on college rose flower bouquets so far!

University of Wisconsin Badgers – say “On, Wisconsin!” with this bouquet of red and white roses.

University of Michigan – Hail your victor with this vibrant arrangement of maize and blue!

University of Florida – So give a cheer for the orange and blue with these bold orange and blue roses.

University of Texas – Celebrate your Longhorn with this beautiful burnt orange and white bouquet.

University of Alabama – Show your Dixie football pride and pay homage to the crimson tide with these eye-popping crimson and white roses.

Louisiana State University – Show your fighting Tiger some love with this gorgeous gold and purple arrangement!

Penn State – Roar, Lions, Roar! This navy blue and white arrangement is sure to get a victory growl from your lion!

Graduation Flowers - The FTD Louisiana State University Tigers Rose Flower Bouquet - 6 Stems - Vase Included

And don’t feel like graduation is the only time to send these great bouquets! These are a great way to honor alumni, a student on his or her birthday, or even just to say “job well done” after some tough mid-terms or finals. We still have a bunch more fun college rose flower bouquets to bring you, so stay tuned for the next article!

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Valentines Day Ideas for Him: 2012’s Hottest Ideas

February 13, 2012

Some find that men are much harder to shop for than women. Whether you are looking for last minute Valentines Day ideas for him, or planning in advance, we have the best picks for you!

  1. The Geek – Does the man in your life love all things gadgety? If so, check out some of the great Valentines Day ideas for him over on Think Geek. They have a huge selection of the latest toys of technology, ranging from cool to silly. You are sure to find something perfect for your techno-geek. Is this a last minute gift? Check out the cool gadgets and toys carried by your local Radio Shack. Be sure to call for availability first.
  2. The Nature Lover – Score your guy a copy of Dale Martin’s “Every Man’s Guide to Outdoor Survival”. Your man will learn all of the fundamentals of surviving in the wild, including how to stockpile supplies, make and improvise hunting tools, and deal with stress in life-or-death situations! Is this a last minute gift? Log on to Traildino.com and check out some of the best hiking trails around you! Once you’ve settled on a fun destination, head over to your nearest REI and grab him a new hiking pack and fill it with granola bars, water, and whatever else you might need for your fun hike! Don’t forget to slip your Valentines Day card in there!
  3. The Fitness and Health Nut – For a little fun with fitness this Valentines Day, head over to the male fitness health nut page to explore Valentines Day ideas for him on gifts.com. From tangle-free mp3-player buds to the latest sports watches, you are sure to find something fantastic! Is this a last minute gift? Head to your nearest department store and get him a juicer! Juicing is a great way to get maximum nutrients from fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. Check out some strawberry-based juice recipes from Healthy Life (red for Valentines Day!) and present him with the juicer and a basket-full of those ingredients to get him started.
  4. The Music Lover – Head to your local Best Buy, Target or Apple store and snag your guy an iPod Shuffle, around $40 – 50, and fill it with nothing but songs that have meaning for the both of you. Present it to him with a card explaining the meaning that each song holds.
  5. The Foodie – Does your Valentine like to fill up with only the best foods? Fill a basket with some of the best local, artisan foods around you! Check out some Valentines Day ideas for him on Local Harvest and find your closest farmers’ markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, local honey and many other goodies. Top it off a delicious bottle of his favorite wine or micro-brew.
  6. The Sports Fanatic – Check out all of the Valentines Day ideas for him that are offered by Uncommon Good, including a “Slide to Safe” paperweight and a table top, portable Ping Pong set! Is this a last minute gift? Head over to your nearest Target and pick up some of their great DVD compilations of some of history’s best sports moments in Football, baseball and basketball.

    And if you’d like to stick with the tried and true tradition, check out our article on how to pick flowers for the man in your life!

    Valentines Day is coming upon us quickly, but that doesn’t mean you have to come up short! This list of creative and last minute Valentines Day ideas for him are sure to help you find exactly the gift you need!

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    The Right Flowers for Super Bowl Sunday

    January 28, 2009

    So what’s important about this coming Super Bowl Sunday? Who wins? The points spread? What food you should order for the half-time spread? Not in a million. If you, like so many Americans around the world, will be spending Sunday afternoon and evening at the home of family or friends, the most important thing is gifting the right flowers to your hostess. What better way to thank her for opening her home to you than to present her with a delightful centerpiece that will remind her of how thoughtful and considerate you are for several days after the final whistle blows. You do want to flatter and compliment, without sending the wrong message, don’t you?

    The Indianapolis Colts are playing in blue this Super Bowl, and to follow through the color scheme, start with some blue delphiniums. They’re lovely tall flowers, and give some height to a centerpiece arrangement, around which you shorter flowers can fill in. Delphiniums are available in a range of blues, from light, sky blue through to a rich, dark and deep blue. Pick the freshest and sweetest scented. Hyacinths have a delightful perfume, rich and heady, and though they’re usually a fall flower you should be able to find them in January without too much trouble. They’re also fairly tall, and so can be used by your arranger to give a layered look to the arrangement. Alternatively, consider blue irises for a stunning and elegant arrangement. Whichever you choose, consider using misty-limonium to fill in around the main flowers; it will really give the arrangement a more full appearance, maintaining the blue theme.

    Don’t take blue flowers to a hostess that’s supporting the New Orleans Saints, though; not if you want to be welcomed back next year! The good news is that many more flowers are available in white than in blue, so you’ve got a little more flexibility here. Roses, lilies, chrysanthemums or tulips all lend an elegant touch to any room color scheme. Choose a variety of open blooms as well as tight buds, so the shapes compliment each other and make the fragrance last. Fill in with bellflowers or baby’s breath, retaining some greener for contrast, and it’s bound to be a hit.

    One word of advice – no busy hostess will thank you if she has to rummage in her cupboards for a vase, so if you can afford it, find something with clean and classy lines. Finish up with a contrasting ribbon for an elegant flourish, and be prepared for your hostess to be wowed when you present her with the arrangement on Sunday. Good luck, and may the best team win!

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