Which Flowers Are Safe To Put on A Wedding Cake?
Wedding cakes are a prime focal point of any wedding reception. From grand multi-tiered masterpieces to mini cupcakes, nearly every couple has some time of celebratory cake, often adorned with flowers. If you want a romantic garden-fresh cake, there are two key questions to answer about any bloom on your food.
The Best Spring Foliage for DIY Wedding Flowers
Seasonal foliage adds dimension and personality to your spring wedding flowers. Here are some of our favorite NC spring foliages.
Spring 2024 Flower Bouquet Subscriptions are Open!
A bouquet subscription is your ticket to flower joy on repeat. AKA - a gorgeous in-season mixed flower bouquet that you pick up at the same time/place each week for one month, or more.
Where to Find Containers for DIY Wedding Flowers
Once you’ve found the flowers, you’ll need some containers. Here are ten places to look for DIY wedding flower vessels.
NC Flower Timeline: A Guide to What’s Blooming When
If you’re looking for local wedding flowers, it helps to know what blooms in North Carolina when. Here’s our guide to choosing the most seasonally appropriate wedding flower for your date.
Where to Buy Wildflowers for a DIY Wedding in NC
Tips for finding the right source for North Carolina DIY wedding flowers that fit your style, values and budget.
7 Reasons to Join a Flower Bouquet Subscription
7 Reasons to buy (or give) a local flower farm bouquet subscription.
Summer Sunflower Subscription Open!
Our 2023 Summer sunflower subscription is open for sign up!
Bumblebee Nest Gets New Home
An emergency bumblebee nest move in the midst of the Mother’s Day flower rush.
The Long Journey of Imported Flowers
Roughly 80% of the flowers in most florists and grocery shops are imported. On the U.S. east coast, flowers primarily come from South America. How can a flower cut in Colombia travel over 3,600 miles before blooming in Virginia?
Flower Profile: Sweet William
Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) is a classic cottage garden flower with colorful, showy blooms and often a sweet, spicy fragrance. It's a popular cut flower for bouquets, with a long vase life and an easy-to-grow nature that makes it a favorite among cool-season gardeners and florists alike.
Why Bees are Coming Out of the Ground
In spring, our native ground-dwelling bees appear in abundance. So, be on the lookout this time of year for these amazing creatures! Their subterranean habitat might surprise the unsuspecting homeowner -- or dog-walker. (Ask me how I know.)