The Dutch irises may not be as popular as the other spring flowering bulbs like daffodils and tulips. However, these have a place as a seasonal floral. They typically bloom earlier than the English iris.

Don´t let the winter blahs get you down. Do something about it.

When it comes to choosing flowers, vase life is an important consideration. We put a lot of time and effort not to mention money into our designs, and want them to last as long as possible.

For those with cutting gardens, winter can be a trying time. Even the frost-resistant flowers are pretty much gone by the time Christmas arrives. The solution to those wintner blahs is to supplement whatever seasonal material is available with everlastings.

Winter is a dark period. The short days and long nights seem oppressive at times. During this season, we need floral design more than ever. Despite its downsides, this season offers some interesting floral materials.

Looking ahead to Valentine´s Day 2006, what can we expect? Based on sales in 2005, flowers will still hold the number one place for gifts.

Among the most influential designers with roots in Europe is award winning floral designer Rene van Rems.

Whatever other New Year´s resolutions you make, do try some of the wonderful new varieties of cut flowers that are available for 2006. All of the varieties described below can easily be grown from seed, and are perfect for cutting gardens.

Whether you received a poinsettia as a gift or bought it as a holiday plant, there are a few things you can do to keep it looking better longer.

In recent years, tabletop Christmas trees ahve become very popular.