November is finally here! Autumn is in full swing. Our swimsuits are being stored and our coats are making their first appearances. It is about this time that we begin the season of gratitude. Thanksgiving is a special time of year for all of us. We break bread, slice pie, and carve turkeys. We spend time…
The Golden Hour of Autumn
A wonderful summer may be coming to a close, but we at Edwards Florist can’t help but be excited for the fresh, crisp air that the fall season brings. In Northbrook, the leaves on our trees are quickly changing from green to deep red, warm orange, and bright yellow. We are in the golden hour…
Happy Hydrangea
When it comes to making a “big” impression, no flower comes close to the hydrangea. This impressive flower ranges in size from 2-3″ to 10-12″ in diameter making it an extremely versatile flower to include in just about any arrangement. Although it’s known as a summer bloom, it’s available in our shop year-round and can…
Groundwork for Your Indoor Oasis
With the colder temperatures right around the corner, now is the perfect time to add a lovely house plant to your indoor decor. Many studies that proven that the addition of plants and flowers in home environments promote comfort and a sense of calm. Plants can add instant warmth to the most stark and bland…
For sharp decor, add a cactus
If you’re having trouble keeping house plants alive, try a cactus. These desert loving plants appreciate dry air and average room temperatures. One of the most critical requirements is sunlight. Placing your cactus near a south-facing window is an ideal spot. If your cactus is happy and thriving it may surprise you with a bright…
Bring summer indoors with a succulent garden
September is here and it’s hard to believe that our Chicago summer is coming to an end. Here’s some good news, you can still keep that summer feeling alive and growing in your home with some interesting containers and a few loose succulents ( aloes are great too! ) Using unique containers and some creative…
Designing floral tablescapes
As a florist, we are accustomed to creating gorgeous centerpieces to make those special occasions even more memorable. Now take that idea and push it one step further and you have a tablescape. A tablescape goes beyond just a centerpiece. It considers all the elements on the table as artist players arranged to entertain and…
Light up your day with a candle
With so many gift options out there, candles often get a bad rap. The popular SNL candle skit with Emma Stone makes “light” of candle gifting. While people may argue that a candle gift is impersonal and thoughtless, we have to disagree. There are plenty of great reasons to give someone the gift of light….
Hello Sunshine!
Just living is not enough… one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower. ~Hans Christian Anderson
Happiness Resolution
Happy 2018! Every new year brings with it a refreshing feeling of promise and renewal. We think about ways to eat better, live better, be better. There are countless articles out there with recipes for a happier, healthier life. Most of them are great reminders of what is truly important and valuable. Of those countless…
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