When you introduce yourself as a florist, people have questions. One of the first questions is usually, “Where do your flowers come from?” The answer is a lot more complicated than it was in the 1950’s, when my Dad, Bill Martin, personally knew and visited all the farms where his flowers were grown. There were […]

Things to think about before you send flowers Who should I buy from? How do I know what style to look for? What price range should I choose? What recourse do I have if something goes wrong? Why is Martin’s, the Flower People a good company to trust with my order? How should I pay […]

If you would like to know more about where flowers come from, environmental and sustainability standards, floral design or other miscellaneous information, try these sites:

Here’s some helpful information when you receive a bouquet of cut flowers (not already in a vase): Mix the package of fresh flower food in cold water as directed. Pour it into a clean vase or container. If the flowers are packaged in blocks of floral foam, water tubes or foam & plastic wrapping, pull […]

When you receive flowers already designed in a vase or other container, here’s how to keep the arrangement looking fresh for as long as possible:

Courtesy the Society of American Florists How to Lengthen the Life of Your Arrangement Two of the top questions people ask when purchasing flowers are “How do I take care of them?” and “How long will they last?” Whether it’s a single bud, a small bunch or an abundant arrangement, a little extra care can […]