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Abaco Flowers Simple Tips For Flower Care & Handling

2010-08-24T15:18:00.001-07:00

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Decorating Hairstyles With Natural Flowers

2010-05-14T16:19:00.001-07:00

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Abaco Flowers Wedding Centerpieces Recommendations

2010-05-07T14:50:00.001-07:00

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Wholesale Wedding Flowers-Bouquets Trend-AbacoFlowers

2010-04-21T14:27:00.001-07:00

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Decorate Every Occasion With Flowers

2010-04-15T15:39:00.001-07:00

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2010-04-09T14:18:00.001-07:00

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Wholesale Flowers for Events

2010-04-09T12:48:00.001-07:00

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2010-04-08T10:55:00.001-07:00

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Flowers Make Yards More Calming

2010-04-06T13:28:00.000-07:00

How many times have you needed to buy flowers in your life time? Where do you buy your flowers from? Do you find that you go to the same place over and over or do you go to different places? Do you get recommendations from friends on where to go for flowers or do you just go and get them from the closest place. Do you shop around for the best price, or is convenience more important to you?

Flower shops are often very busy places. The most popular days for flower shops are Valentine’s Day and Mothers Day. On the days leading up to that day the wholesale flower industry is hopping trying to stock all of the retailers with fresh flowers. Then, on those days the retailers are over flowing with people trying to get all of their flowers.

Besides all of the occasions that you buy flowers for that special person in your life, there are the times that you buy flowers for the yard. Buying flowers for the yard is not an easy task. Trying to plan out how many you need and what kinds of flowers will look the best is not a talent that most people have.

Landscapers have developed the eye for knowing what kinds of plants to put where in the yard. They also have a great knack for knowing what plants will work the best in the kind of soil that a yard has. It is important to plant the right kinds of plants so that they do not all die off really quick.

Fresh flowers in a yard can make a lot of difference in the appearance of the yard and make it a lot more pleasing place to be. Flowers have the calming effect to a yard as well as making it more visually appealing place.

Some people like to grow their own flowers in their yard to pick for the occasions that they need flowers throughout the year. Rose bushes are a popular flower bush that people plant in their own yards. Roses are the universal flower to communicate love. It is nice to be able to pick your own roses whenever you need to have them.

When you have the opportunity to pick out flowers for the next occasion that you have, you may think about the idea of planting your own flowers in your yard so that the next time you can pick them from your own yard.

The Changing Face of the Flower Industry Tends Toward Wholesale Fresh Flowers

2010-03-26T13:30:00.000-07:00

For as long as people have been honoring each other and observing life’s special events, specific flowers have been a part of every culture and tradition. Today, as always, flowers are associated with all of life’s major milestones. It is traditional to bring flowers to a new mother to celebrate the birth of a child. Gifts of flowers are frequently given during courtship. Flowers feature prominently in weddings and may be worn by a bride in her hair and are almost always carried as a bridal bouquet. Flowers are also a major component of funerals; some cultures view the number and quality of flower arrangements present at a funeral to be representative of how well-loved and important the deceased person was to his family and friends.

Various flowers have also become important symbols of many holidays and occasions. Birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and Valentine’s Day all call for roses, Mother’s Day often involves buying tulips, irises and daisies for the mothers in our lives, Christmas is embodied in poinsettias, holly, mistletoe and sprays of evergreens, and Easter is represented with white lilies, tulips and crocuses. If there is one thing that is universal about humans in all cultures, it is a general love of flowers and their important role in appropriately observing special occasions.

However, despite the fact that all cultures use flowers as gifts and in their important celebrations, the meaning attached to individual flowers and flower colors varies dramatically from culture to culture. In the United States and Canada, the gift of red roses is considered a clear statement of romantic love, however in some cultures red roses would be interpreted entirely differently and possibly even offensively. Where white lilies and orchids represent innocence and purity in most western cultures, the same flowers represent death in Asian cultures and would be a highly inappropriate gift for a new mother or young woman.

The language of flowers differs from culture to culture, but the worldwide demand for fresh flowers, whether for gifts in observance of special occasions, or for decorating one’s home or office has remained constant over the centuries. Having fresh in the home or place of business sets an immediate inviting tone, and makes people feel they are in a comfortable and happy atmosphere. In Europe and in Great Britain it is common for people to have fresh flowers on the weekly shopping list along with bread, eggs and milk, as they are considered such a necessary staple in the home. And because flowers can be expensive, the presence of a beautiful fresh flower arrangement also gives the impression of prosperity and wealth. All these factors contribute to the constant and increasing demand for fresh flowers year round, though the demand is significantly higher just before major holidays and during a culture’s traditional wedding season. In answer to this demand, the floristry industry has sprung up and evolved into a full-scale world-wide trade.

Many years ago if one wished to have fresh flowers for one’s home or for a gift, he or she had two options; either to grow flowers on his or her property in a flower garden, or to visit a flower market in the nearest town on a specified day of the week. At a typical small town flower market, a person could expect to find a selection of locally grown flowers in season. Although this arrangement of frequenting a traditional flower market still exists in some places, most notably in Europe and Great Britain where flowers and flower markets are such and ingrained part of the culture, flower markets in the U.S. are not nearly as common as they were fifty years ago. Now the more common experience for most Americans looking for fresh flowers would be to visit the local florist shop. A modern florist shop features a selection of fresh flowers in season, but also offers exotic flowers from around the world, and can provide nearly any type of flower at any time of the year if given sufficient notice, though with fluctuating prices corresponding with the seasons.

This is made possible by the advent of greenhouses producing so called hot house flowers. Greenhouses are capable of forcing flower varieties to bloom and grow in areas of the world and in seasons that would normally be impossible because a greenhouse is able to maintain whatever desired temperature and moisture level necessary to allow even the most exotic flowers to thrive any time of year, making beautiful fresh flowers of all varieties available for any occasion at any time. The majority of fresh flowers in florist’s shops and even in most flower markets are grown in greenhouses and distributed by wholesale fresh flowers growers.

An additional benefit to purchasing flowers from a florist shop is the option of having a professional floral designer arrange flowers into beautiful and unique arrangements appropriate for any occasion. Florist shops and floral designers have added an elite artistry to floral displays and certain arrangement styles have become traditional and trendy for specific occasions, such as funeral sprays designed in a particular way, bridal bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, and holiday wreaths.

The design of flower arrangements, and even types of flowers used within arrangements, are highly subject to trends, and a different arrangement or flower may be the must-have flower one season and be totally out of fashion the next. Professional florists stay abreast of these trends and can offer expert advice on important flower purchases.

Another option for flower purchases today is the grocery or convenient store distribution channel. These outlets usually feature mixed bunches of flowers as well as roses, also provided by wholesale flower sellers, and are typically much less expensive than flowers purchased from a florist shop. However, the flower selection is drastically limited at these outlets and often the quality of the flowers is inferior to those found in florist shops, though not always. Buying flowers from a grocery store lacks the charm and ambiance of a flower market, but is a convenient way to pick up a bunch of fresh flowers without going out of one’s way.

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Understanding the Meanings behind Certain Flowers

2010-03-19T14:35:00.000-07:00

Each day there are literally thousands of bouquets that are given from one person to another. Bouquets are an exquisite gift option to give for many, many occasions. Whether you are attending a funeral, graduation, wedding, anniversary, or birthday, flowers certainly make a beautiful and generous offering. Few people realize that all blossoms come with certain symbolic meanings which can greatly improve the significance of the gift.

Those who educate themselves regarding the symbolic meanings behind each blossom will be able to enhance the significance of their gift. Those who wish to celebrate a graduation might wish to choose the heather lavender blossom. This blossom represents admiration. It also has been linked with wishes coming true.

The purple iris is representative of wisdom as well as complements. Irises in general are a fine selection; however, ensuring that it comes in the color of purple will embody the essence of this symbolic meaning. Graduation time is a time of change and represents a transformation from one stage of life to another. The king protea is a flower that personifies transformation and is an excellent choice to make as well. These symbolic meanings are very relevant to graduations and are fantastic reasons for selecting this type of blossom.

Those who have a relative who has reached her sweet 16 celebration have a variety of fitting options to choose from. Daisies and freesias have been representative of innocence while gardenias symbolize purity and sweetness. Those who make an effort to understand the meanings behind individual flowers will certainly be able to give a thoughtful bouquet to those they care for.

Ten Financial Tips to Consider Before Saying "I Do"

2010-03-15T10:38:00.000-07:00

This time of year, most engaged couples are thinking about seating arrangements and tuxedo fittings, wedding showers and honeymoon plans. Financial issues are probably the last thing on their minds. But money is the one thing that people say they argue about most before and after the wedding. The American Bankers Association Education Foundation recommends couples discuss the following.

Discuss finances beforehand. The first date is too soon and the honeymoon is too late. A good time to discuss finances is when both of you have realized that your're serious about a long-term relationship.
What is your credit history? How much debt are you bringing into the relationship? Do you pay your credit card bills on time? Ask questions so there are no surprises when the two of you make big purchases like an automobile or a home.
What is your financial personality? Are you a saver or a spender? Do you live from paycheck to paycheck? Are you a penny pincher who cuts coupons? Have an honest discussion with each other about your habits because it will affect your relationship in the long run.
Create a savings plan. Discuss short-and long-term saving options, investments, retirement, IRAs and 401 (k) plans.
Communicate and negotiate everyday money matters. Should you open a joint checking account? Who will buy groceries? Who will keep track of monthly statements and bills?
Focus on goals, dreams and objectives. Once you've made the decision to build a financial future together, sit down and map it out. Are you saving for a home? What savings plan will you have to your children?
Update insurance and estate plans. Make sure your're sufficiently insured and the beneficiary for each polici is updated. You may also need to update other estate documents.
Examine your tax situation. Tax laws penalize dual-income families; determine what will benefit you and your partner in advance.
Consider a prenuptial agreement. A prenuptial agreement isn't just for the rich; it can cover a variety of thing like property, a home, inheritance and other investments.
Talk with a certified financial advisor. Financial planners can help you establish a plan that will help you reach your objectives. Couples who talk about their finances before they get caught up in the wedding whirlwind will be better prepared to begin their future together.

Wholesale Fresh Flowers - New Distribution Chain

2010-03-12T10:53:00.000-08:00

The wholesale floral industry is going through a revolution. The traditional distribution chain is giving way to an entirely new supply-chain methodology. The traditional distribution chain is a complicated network of international shippers, freight-forwarders, importers, wholesales, distributors and ground transportation companies which takes up to 10 days for flowers to reach you. Although this chain has served the floral industry well for many years, it added many costs, created poor customer service, caused unpredictable pricing and - frustrating to all growers - delivered inconsistent flower quality. Ultimately, it is you, who paid the price for this inefficient distribution network.

Abaco Flowers presents an entirely new way to serve you. Our network is flat, responsive, predictable, less expensive and ensures highest flower quality. Our distribution chain is simple: GROWER to SHIPPER to YOU. From the moment the flower is cut, we will guarantee delivery to you in 72 hours or less! Our system collapses the network from 10 steps to 3 days or even less! Importantly for growers, we are now able to share our art, passion and workmanship in growing beautiful flowers controlling the harvesting, preparation and by matching delivery to fit your needs!

Working with Abaco will help generate increased sales and profits by:

Delivering Fresh-Cut Flowers in Bulk and Bouquets ready to give away reduces store inventory levels.
Lower wholesale prices means greater profits.
Higher flower quality improves customer satisfaction and grows repeat business.
Wider selection of flowers allows your creativity to bloom with new arrangements generating new customers and repeat business.

Roses in Bulk

Our Wholesale Fresh Flowers are grown from a set of 10 possible farms, all located in the Sabana of Bogota, close to the airport. These farms can source your products with boxes that are labeled with either Abaco Flowers, Funza, Aprhodite or Santa Helena.

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Spring Is Around The Corner!

2010-03-09T14:52:00.000-08:00

Get ready for the snow to melt and the splash of colors arrive with our Fresh Cut Flowers!

Besides our regular products like Roses, Carnations, Alstroemerias, Callas, Gerberas, Agapanthus, Delphinium and others like Fillers and Greenery, we have added new products in our website, like Snapdragon and Sunflowers. Lines below you will find a brief description of each one.

Sunflowers, also known as Helianthus, get their collective name from both their huge fiery blooms, whose shape and images are often used to depict the sun, especially in paintings. Sunflowers are large flowers containing vast quantities of seeds, mounted on wide upward growing stalks that are a wonder of plant architecture.

The solitary blossom is supported by a green stem that in some cases is only barred from being a trunk by the fact that it has no woody tendency. The blossom has disk florets in the center and ray florets on the margins. This disk has a brown or even purple color. Sunflowers are notable for turning to face the Sun, a behavior known as heliotropism.

Sunflower is a bright daisy-like yellow flower. The average vase life is 7-12 days if they are well tended, having plenty of water and it is recommendable to change the water often. The meaning of the Sunflower is happiness, cheer, luck, health and hope.

Snapdragon is a fresh flower very well known for its wispy jaw-like upper and lower petals. A single stems has around 10-15 of these unique blooms, which are grouped closely together giving the impression of a single lengthy flower. Snapdragon also known as Antirrhum Majus.

Snapdragon drinks a lot of water and should be unpacked and rehydrated upon arrival. Available colors, like orange, pink, purple, white and yellow. The average life in a vase is 7-10 days, properly care.

Wholesale Fresh Flower Suppliers Adapt Old Traditions To Modern Convenience

2010-03-03T15:19:00.000-08:00

For as long as people have been observing special events, and milestones in life, flowers have been a part of the traditions of every culture. Today, as always, flowers can be found present at all major celebrations, from births and wedding to funerals, graduations and holidays.

Although flowers have always been a part of celebrations and made popular gifts, they have not always been as easily procured as they are today, which may have directly influenced their original popularity.
Many years ago if a person wished to have fresh flowers for his or her home or for a gift, he or she had two options; either to grow flowers in a flower garden, or visit a flower market. The only option for having flowers in the winter was to dry flowers in earlier months.

A typical flower market was held only once a week and a visitor could expect to find a selection of locally grown flowers in season. In some places traditional flower market still exist, most notably in Europe and Great Britain where flowers and flower markets are such and ingrained part of the culture.

However, U.S. flower markets are not nearly as common. The more common experience for most Americans flower lovers would be to visit the local florist shop, or to order wholesale fresh flowers online.

A modern florist shop offers a selection of seasonal fresh flowers similar to that found in a flower market, but also offers exotic flowers from around the world. A florist can typically provide nearly any type of flower at any time of the year if given sufficient notice, regardless of season.

This is made possible by the introduction of the wholesale fresh flower trade supported by institutionalized greenhouses. Greenhouses are capable of forcing flower varieties to bloom and grow in areas of the world and in seasons that would normally be impossible.

The majority of fresh flowers in florist's shops are grown in greenhouses and distributed by wholesale fresh flower growers.

Another modern distribution channel for fresh flowers is the local grocery or convenient store. These outlets usually feature mixed flower bunches as well as roses, also provided by wholesale fresh flower sellers, and are typically much less expensive than flowers purchased from a florist shop.

However, the selection is drastically limited at these outlets and often the quality of the flowers is inferior to those found in florist shops. Buying flowers from a grocery store lacks the charm and ambiance of a flower market, but is a convenient way to pick up a bunch of fresh flowers without going out of one's way.

Abaco Flowers, located in Miami, Florida, imports wholesale fresh cut flowers in bulk and bouquets from a group of privately owned farms in Colombia. We ship directly from our farms to be able to offer a wide selection of products at wholesale prices, with value added and really very fresh flowers with greater vase life. Your flowers are grown from a set of 10 possible farms. All these farms were certified by SGS given its fulfillment of strict regulations and high standards required by Flor Verde, the green label program established by the Colombian Flower Grower Association.

Spring is just around the Corner!

2010-02-23T13:33:00.000-08:00

Is it Spring yet?! Get ready for the snow to melt and the splash of colors arrive with our Fresh Cut Flowers.

Spring is one of the favorite season of the year, Enjoy it! you can walk outside and start to smell it. After a hard winter it seems like everything around is waking up. You will start to see birds and butterflies and feel the sun on your shoulders.

It is time to see the rebirth of the nature. Do something different! and Celebrate spring's arrival. Buy fresh flowers directly from the farm to your doorstep at affordable prices. Don't waste time & money, Abaco Flowers can provide you a wide selection of premium flowers in bulk like, Roses, Carnations, Alstroemerias, Gerberas, Callas, Pompoms-Daisies and more, we also offer you beautiful Bouquets ready to give away.

Wedding Bouquets - Shape

2010-02-16T15:07:00.000-08:00

Types of Bridal Bouquets

Before visiting a florist to order wedding flowers or for DIY Brides, it is important to have a basic idea of the bouquet type she wishes to use in her wedding. Lines below we provide some information about bouquet possibilities.

Wedding Bouquet - Arm

This is easy to make bouquet features a bunch of long-stemmed flowers secured with a tie or ribbon that rest across the inner bend of the elbow. Ideally to use with long-stemmed roses, calla lilies, sunflowers or delphinium.

Wedding Bouquet - Composite

With a composite bouquet, one large flower that has been created by using the petals from other flowers is usually the focal point. This can be a difficult bouquet to create at home. It's recommended that for this type of bouquet, to contact a professional florist.

Wedding Bouquet - Crescent: Symmetrical & Asymmetrical

The symmetrical includes blossoms and foliage of same length on both sides. The asymmetrical utilizes blossoms and foliage of different length, one side of the bouquet is longer than the other and flowers can extend from either left to right or right to left. A bouquet difficult to make, recommended having previous floral expertise.

Wedding Bouquet - Freeform

It is a bouquet free in form and style. Ideally to use flowers such as bird of paradise, Oriental or Asiatic lilies or other blossoms with a unique and interesting shape.

Wedding Bouquet - Hand Tied

A bouquet easy to make on your own with roses, calla lilies or sunflowers. Generally round in shape and hand tied with a ribbon or other material such as raffia, leaving the cut stems exposed.

Wedding Bouquet - Nosegay

Round in shape and small. It can be placed inside of a Victorian style cone-shaped holder (available at wedding supply stores).

Wedding Bouquet - Oval

A combination of both a cascade and round bouquets since it is elongated in shape, but features rounded shapes on both the top and bottom. Generally the bottom is narrower that the top, but the overall shape resembles an oval.

Wedding Bouquet - Round

Simple and elegant. Choose the focal flower of your preference with short stems and arrange them in a simple circular pattern with 8 inches as diameter. Flowers are clustered tightly together and wrapped with ribbon or raffia for a simple look.

Wedding Bouquet - Single Stem

Can be as elegant as other bouquets with a single long stem rose. It is a great choice for bridesmaids and flower girls. You can also wrap the stem with ribbon, raffia, choice of streamers or hanging beads.

Wedding Bouquet - Waterfall / Cascade / Teardrop

Elegant long falling style, difficult to make if you are not a professional florist. Flowers are arranged first at the top in a cluster that then tapers downward often with greens or ribbons attached. It is often arranged with roses as the focal point and fillers..

The Meaning of the Flowers

2010-02-03T14:39:00.000-08:00

Flowers have special meanings. Check here when you wish to send a subtle message or maybe to decode the flowers you received!!

A
Acacia:                                              Platonic Love, Concealed Love
Almond:                                            Blossom Hope and Watchfulness
Aloe:                                                 Wisdom and Integrity
Allspice:                                            Compassion
Amaryllis:                                          Pastoral Poetry, Pride
Ambrosia:                                       Your Love is reciprocated
Apricot Blossom:                               Timid Love

B
Baby's Breath:                                  Happiness
Bittersweet:                                    Truth
Blue Bell:                                        Delicacy and Humility

C
Cactus:                                             Bravery and Endurance
Carnations:                                       Fascination
Carnation, Pink:                                Emblem of Mother's Day,
Carnations Pink:                               Admiration
Carnation,White:                           Pure Love, Sweet Love, Innocence
Carnation, Yellow:                          Disdain and Rejection
China Aster:                                   Jealousy and After-Thought
Chrysanthemum:                           You are a wonderful friend
Chrysanthemum, Red:                      I Love You
Chrysanthemum, White:                 Truth
Chrysanthemum, Yellow:                 Slighted Love
Cinnamon:                                       Love and Beauty

D
Dahlia:                                           Good Taste
Daisy:                                             Gentleness, Innocence, Loyal Love
Delphinium:                                    Airy

E
Edelweiss:                                     Daring & Noble Courage
Everlasting:                                    Constancy
Fern:                                             Sincerity, Magic, Fascination

G
Gardenia:                                         I love you in secret

H
Hibiscus:                                         Delicate Beauty
Hydrangea:                                     Vanity

I
Iris:                                                 Faith, Wisdom, Valor
Ivy:                                                 Friendship, Fidelity

J
Jasmine, Red:                                   Folly and Glee
Jasmine, White:                               Cheerfulness
Jasmine, Yellow:                              Timidity and Modesty
Jonquil:                                             Violent Sympathy and Desire

L
Larkspur:                                           Open Heart
Laurel:                                               Success and Renown
Lavender:                                          Constancy
Lilac, Pink:                                        Youth and Acceptance
Lilac, White:                                       My First Dream of Love
Lily Calla:                                          Majestic Beauty
Lily Day:                                           Coquetry
Lily, Orange:                                      Hatred and Disdain, Pride
Lily, White:                                       Majestic and Purity
Lily of the Valley:                              Purity and Humility

M
Magnolia:                                          Dignity, Splendid Beauty
Marigold:                                          Sacred Affection, Cruelty, Grief
Marjoram:                                       Comfort and Consolation
Marvel-Of-Peru:                                Flame of Love
Mistletoe:                                         Affection and Love
Mimosa:                                           Sensitivity
Myrtle:                                              Love, Mirth and Joy

N
Narcissus:                                        Egotism

O
Oleander:                                        Beauty and Grace
Orange Blossom:                             Your Purity Equals Your Loveliness
Orchid:                                            Magnificence, Love, Beauty, Refinement

P
Passionflower:                                 Faith and Piety
Peach Blossom:                               Generosity and Bridal Hope
Pear Blossom:                                 Health and Hope
Peony:                                            Healing, Life, Happy Marriage, Gay life
Peppermint:                                   Warmth of Feelings
Plum Blossom:                                Beauty and Longevity
Poinsettia:                                     "Be of Good Cheer"
Poppy:                                           Imagination, Dreaminess, Eternal sleep
Primrose:                                        Young Love, I cannot live without you

R
Rose, Bridal:                                  Happy Love
Rose, Christmas:                           Peace and Tranquility
Rose, Coral/Orange:                      Enthusiasm, Desire
Rose, Dark Pink:                           Thank you
Rose, Light Pink:                           Admiration
Rose, Musk:                                 Capricious Beauty
Rose, Pale:                                    Friendship
Rose, Peach:                                 Let's get together, Closing of the deal
Rose, Pink:                                    Love, Grace, Gentility, You're so Lovely
Rose, Pink-White:                         I love you still and always will
Rose, Red:                                    Love, Desire, Respect, Courage
Rose, Red-Yellow:                        Congratulations
Rose, White:                                  Charm, Secrecy, Silence, Humility
Rose, Yellow:                                 Infidelity, Joy, Gladness, Friendship
Rose, Yellow-Orange:                     Passionate thoughts

S
Smilax:                                        Lovely
Snapdragon:                                Presumption, Deception, Gracious lady
Snowdrop:                                  Hope and Consolation
Statice:                                       Lasting Beauty
Stephanotis:                                Happiness in marriage
Stock:                                       Bonds of affection
Sunflower:                                  Homage and Devotion
Sweet Basil:                                Good Luck
Sweet Pea:                                 Departure, Blissful pleasure

T
Thyme:                                      Courage and Activity
Tiger Lily:                                  Wealth and Pride
Tulip:                                         Symbol of The Perfect Lover
Tulip, Red:                                 Believe me, Declaration of love

V
Violet:                                        Modesty and Simplicity

W
Wallflower:                                Friendship and Adversity
Water Lily:                                Eloquence and Persuasion

X
Xeranthemum:                           Eternity and Immortality

Y
Yarrow:                                    Healing

Z
Zinnia:                                      Thoughts of Absent Friends
Zinnia, Pink:                             Lasting Affection

History of Valentine's Day

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February has been a month of romance for a long time. St Valentine’s Day has been celebrated during this month. Every year, the fourteenth day of the month of February has millions across the world presenting their loved ones with flowers, chocolates and other lovely gifts. In many countries, restaurants are seen to be filled with couples who are eager to celebrate their relationship.

In the US, Valentine’s Day is an extremely popular celebration, where the day is observed as a holiday. It was originally made to honor St Valentine and express love to sweethearts. Nowadays, the scope of this holiday has become so widened that now it is an occassion to express gratitude, friendship and love to people, to sweethearts, spouses, teachers, parents, etc. The modern celebrations of the day sees people complementing their dear ones with gifts that include popular items, like cards; chocolates and candies, fresh flowers, such as roses & carnations (the most popular colors that represent Valentine's day are: Red, Pink, Hot Pink, Bicolors Red & Pink) Dinner and dance parties are specially organized all over the country to celebrate the occasion.

Children celebrate Valentine's Day with great enthusiasm. In keeping with their interest, many schools hold Valentine's Day programmes. In some schools, the children organize a classroom party and put all the valentines into a box they have decorated. Older students organize fundraising activities, dances and parties. A collective endeavor is made to make the day a special one.

Valentine's Day is around the corner.... don't miss this opportunity to say "I Love You"

Wedding Flowers - Wholesale Flowers in a Box -AbacoFlowers.com

2009-12-22T10:10:00.000-08:00

Abaco Flowers sells wholesale fresh cut flowers for Weddings, Events, Fundraising, Catering. Available different types of bulk flowers & bouquets

We offer wedding flowers solutions both to professional wedding planners and to those brides who want to follow the "Do It Yourself" approach. Since the selection process of wedding flowers will usually begin with a discussion of the bride's bouquet, we offer a choice of several flowers for you to define the style of the bouquet, the flowers needed for the church, bridesmaids, corsages, boutonnieres and table centerpieces for the wedding reception.

You can order a solid box of flowers of your choice from our set of alternatives to meet your specific needs or select your preference from the wedding combo boxes were we offer some mix of lowers thinking on preferred wedding needs. To help you choose the colors please visit our guide "Colors and Meanings".

We can help you to set a dream wedding and at the same time save buying directly from the grower. You can have bulk roses, callas, gerberas, lillies, carnations, alstroemerias and other type of flowers, like Wedding Packs or Wedding Bouquets ready to give away directly from the farm to your doorstep at wholesale prices. Traditional suppliers offer freshness, but flowers take at least 6 days from cutting date to arrive to your address, we do all the process usually in less than 24 hours, directly from the farms, freshness guarantee.

Our Colombian flowers are very highly demanded for Weddings and Special Events. We recommend that you select a delivery date that is 3 to 4 days before your special date. Flowers will arrive in their initial blooming stage, wedding planners or DIY Brides will have enough time to let the flowers finish the blooming process. We offer Free Shipping!!

Guide for Birthday Flower Choice

2009-12-17T15:23:00.000-08:00

As a complement of The Meaning of Roses, Abaco Flowers has prepared a guide for your Birthday Flower Choice.

Month - Flowers - Expression
January - Carnation - Constancy
February - Violet - Modesty
March - Jonquil - Wisdom
April - Sweet Pea - Innocence
May - Lily of the Valley - Perfect Purity
June - Rose - Admiration
July - Larkspur - Freedom
August - Gladiolus - Friendship
September - Aster - Virtue
October - Calendula - Hope
November - Chrysanthemums - Fidelity
December - Poinsettia - Sucess

We hope this information will be helpul to make your decision with your floral needs.

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The Meaning of Roses

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Many men want to say something with fresh flowers. Seventy five percent of men say they would love to get fresh cut flowers and most women love floral gifts as well.

Do you know that colors talk? Yes, Color Talks!. Although it is commonly accepted that all roses convey warmth and affection, the person receiving them may know and understand the meaning of roses colors and the symbolic message conveyed. It would be nice to insure that you are communicating the right message to that special personal.

Roses can be appropriate for any occasion, for friend or lover, client or employee. Below you will find a list of roses arranged by color to help you select the perfect rose for every occasion.

Red Roses

The red rose symbolizes love in its truest and most passionate form, also courage, congratulations, respect, beauty and unity and are the most popular of all .

True red is the Lover's rose.
Amaranth red means long-standing desire.
Cardinal red means sublime desire.
Carmine means false desire (not true desire).
Fiery red means flames of passion.

Red roses are most appropriate for Valentine's Day, Birthdays, Christmas, Anniversaries and love affairs.

Pink and Hot Pink Roses

Pink roses represent gentility, grace and perfect happiness, style and poetic romance but are combined with fun and light-heartedness. It is the rose of sweet thoughts and thank you.

Pink roses also signify gratitude, sympathy and appreciation.
Dark or Hot Pink stand for thank you, appreciation and gratitude.
Light pink roses convey admiration, sympathy, gentleness, grace gladness, joy, friendship and sweetness.
The combination of red roses and pink roses stands for strong romance and passion.
Dark or Hot Pink pink roses are symbolic of thankfulness while pale pink roses are a symbol of joy and grace.

Send pink roses for Valentine's, Mother's Day, Birthdays, Anniversaries and when you want someone to believe in what you are saying.

Roses Yellow

A yellow rose represents strong feelings of friendship, joy and happiness, but were once used to convey jealousy. Friendship is the main meaning of the yellow rose but it also signifies familiar love and domestic happiness.

Yellow rose also symbolizes fun and freedom.
The yellow rose is used to embrace a new beginning, apologize or express sympathy.
Yellow roses are appropriate for marking the beginning of a new life together or for starting all over again.
A Yellow Rose with Red tips indicates friendship falling in love.B
Both yellow and white roses together can signify of the most innocent of jealousies....

Send a yellow rose on Easter, Mother's Day, Administrative Professionals Day, Birthdays and just because.

Roses Orange

Sending orange roses represent desire and enthusiasm. The time to send this color is around Halloween, Thanksgiving or anytime during summer or fall. An orange rose mixed with peach can be the perfect statement to show your eagerness for an upcoming meeting.

Roses White

The white rose is one that represents purity and innocence, charm and secrecy, as well as heaven and pure love. Also signify unity, loyalty, reverence, humility, love stronger than death, sincerity, silence as well as, youthfulness.

Sometimes called the "flower of light", the white rose also means spiritual love and anticipation of happiness.
White roses can also be used to highlight the message of the other rose colors.
White (bridal) roses symbolize a happy love.
White roses can be mixed with virtually any other color to convey the desired meaning and create a stunning arrangement.

White roses are perfect for sympathy occassions. First Communion, Anniversaries, Christmas or Weddings.

Roses Peach

Peach roses are appropriate for the close of a deal, or the desire to get together. Also signify desire, anticipation, sincere appreciation and optimism for the future. Pale peach roses are a symbol of modesty.
Send peach roses on Birthdays or any time you would like to make a unique statement.

Mixed Roses

A bouquet of mixed roses says "you are everthing to me" or " you are so many things". Send a bouquet of mixed roses anytime, to enjoy all year around, on Birthdays, Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving or just because.

Bicolor Roses

Bicolor roses can signify a mixture of feelings; from friendship and falling in love, to cheer and happy feelings. A bi-colored roses is perfect for Weddings, Anniversaries, Easter, Thanksgiving, Birthdays, or just because.

And quantities......

A single rose stands for simplicity and means you are the only one. In full bloom, it means "I Love You" or "I Love You Still". It can also symbolize love at first sight. Two roses taped or wired together to form a singles stem represent a commitment, feeling that the bond between the two of you is inseparable and nothing can come between you.

Six roses mean I miss you.
Seven roses signify infatuation.
A dozen roses mean "I am sorry".
Twenty-five roses mean congratulations.
Fifty roses mean unconditional love.
A full rose placed over two buds signify secrecy and a crown made of roses stands for rewards or virtue.

Christmas Bouquets - AbacoFlowers.com

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Christmas Bouquet - Across The Snow

This beautiful Christmas Bouquet is made with 15 stems of Premium Fresh Cut Flowers, 20 inches long, incluiding:

3 Red Roses
3 White Pom Poms (daisies)
3 White Snapdragon
3 Red Phornium
2 Red Photinia
1 White Baby's Breath (Gypsophila)
1 Decorated Sleeve
1 Generic Food 10gr.

These gorgeous Christmas Bouquets are ready to give away . Expected vase life is more than 10-15 days since our system is based in cut-to order flowers. Our Christmas Bouquets and Bulk Flowers will arrive in their initial blooming stage, please plan advanced arrival. The flowers come from our Partners' Flower Farms in Colombia.

Simple Flower Care & Handling

Whether it's a single flower, a bouquet or an arrangement, a little extra care can make a huge difference.

Fill a bucket with fresh water and add 1 packet of flower food.
Daily complete water changes will prevent bacteria build up.
If possible, recut stems by removing one inch with a sharp knife.
Keep flowers in a cool spot, away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents.

Abaco Flowers Simple Tips For Flower Care and Handling

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The beautiful flowers you receive from Abaco Flowers are very fresh than those of traditional floral suppliers. Our bulk flowers are shipped in an early blooming stage to provide you with longer bloom time and enjoyment. Our wholesale bulk flowers will arrive in bud form, please plan advanced arrival. Our bulk flowers are shipped directly from the farm to your doorstep. Our distribution chain is simple: GROWER to SHIPPER to YOU.

We want to share some simple tips for the Flower Care and Handling.

Whether it's a single flower, a bouquet or an arrangement, a little extra care can make a huge difference.

Fill a bucket with fresh water and add 1 packet of flower food.
Daily complete water changes will prevent bacteria build up.
If possible, recut stems by removing one inch with a sharp knife.
Keep flowers in a cool spot, away from direct sunlight, heating or cooling vents