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Surprising Uses for Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus makes a beautiful addition to a flower arrangement (we keep it in stock all of the time), and its fresh scent perks me up. But there are many benefits to eucalyptus beyond how it pleases the senses. Last month, my indoor/outdoor cat came home with fleas, and I went through the hassle of washing all [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:05-04:00May 13th, 2014|Blog|Comments Off on Surprising Uses for Eucalyptus

Tips for making cut Freesia last

We almost always have freesia in our coolers because it is so fragrant, and we love to include a few in our garden-style vase arrangements. The only problem is that the first bloom on the stem tends to wither and die, and we have to pluck it off. Or that's the way it was until recently [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:06-04:00February 22nd, 2014|Blog|Comments Off on Tips for making cut Freesia last

Spring in Florida

Spring is right around the corner, and here at Bay Hill Florist in Orlando we’re celebrating with flowers. There are a flower varieties that come available this time of year that are worth highlighting. One of our favorites this time of year is the Florida snapdragon. They are locally-grown, and have perkier blooms and more [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:06-04:00February 18th, 2014|Blog|Comments Off on Spring in Florida

Valentine’s Day Blog

We want to send a big giant hug out to all our fantastic customers, who made Valentine's Day so fun and busy. We appreciate and love you all! Our shop, full of Friday's Valentine's Day deliveries. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ever feel like you need a bit of inspiration when you're writing a note to attach [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:07-04:00February 10th, 2014|Blog|Comments Off on Valentine’s Day Blog

Our Valentine’s Day Roses

You've heard about our roses: ‘Her Majesty’ is a stunning red rose that comes from our favorite farm in Ecuador, and we‘re the only florist in Orlando where you can find it. ‘Her Majesty’ opens beautifully and has a deep, rich color, making it a favorite among rose connoisseurs. This regal long-stemmed rose shouts romance from [...]

By |2017-04-26T20:39:00-04:00January 22nd, 2014|Blog|Comments Off on Our Valentine’s Day Roses

Tips for Ordering Roses

Looking for some tips on how to order roses? There are three things to consider: the rose variety, the type of filler flower, and the style of vase. 1. There’s nothing wrong with long-stemmed red roses, but you’ll wow her if you choose an unexpected color like lavender or white.           [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:07-04:00January 22nd, 2014|Blog|Comments Off on Tips for Ordering Roses

Flowering Tropicals

Did you know that poinsettias are flowering tropical plants that thrive here in Central Florida? Some locals plant their poinsettias in the yard after Christmas and are pleased to discover that they grow year-round. This year, we have a wonderful selection of poinsettias as well as other flowering plants like orchids, Christmas cactus and amaryllis. [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:54-04:00December 3rd, 2013|Blog|Comments Off on Flowering Tropicals

Floral Gift Ideas for New Year’s

Christmas and Hannukah can knock the wind out of you when it comes to gift-giving, not to mention what it does to your pocketbook. Yet if you’re going to a New Year’s party, it’s a shame to neglect your host. You do want to bring a gift–even it it’s something simple and sweet–to let them [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:54-04:00December 3rd, 2013|Blog|Comments Off on Floral Gift Ideas for New Year’s

Best Case Scenarios for Silk and Dried Flowers

At Bay Hill Florist, our top seller is fresh flowers, namely roses, but we also offer a selection of silk and dried flowers. Despite what you might think, silk and dried flowers DO have a place in home decor if they’re done well. The key is to choose high-quality flowers, pick a look that works [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:54-04:00November 5th, 2013|Blog|Comments Off on Best Case Scenarios for Silk and Dried Flowers

Enter to win a Thanksgiving floral centerpiece!

                    One of the many things that makes Thanksgiving so special is the extra care taken to decorate the dinner table. The people we love most are gathered together to celebrate family and friendship, and the mood is heightened by the amazing display before us. [...]

By |2017-04-25T16:46:55-04:00October 15th, 2013|Blog|Comments Off on Enter to win a Thanksgiving floral centerpiece!

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