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The Gift of Seasonal Greens

Deb Savvy — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 20:11:19 +0000

Here’s a lovely option to the traditional holiday wreath – a living ivy wreath like this one from FreshTopiary.

The classic wreath shape is turned into a green plant that’s lovely year round – indoors or out.

Prices range from about $64 to $85 for living topiary wreaths. A variety of sizes and designs are available at .

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Rated Best Value for Flowers by Wall Street Journal

Deb Savvy — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 05:09:03 +0000

Wondering who was recently rated the best overall value for flowers by the Wall Street Journal. You won’t be surprised. I wasn’t.

It was ProFlowers.com. Like I said, no big surprise. They deliver fresh, fresh, fresh flowers for some of the best prices around. I’m a big fan of their bulk bouquets, but I must admit that their arrangements and potted plants are pretty spectacular, too.

Save $20 when you buy the Holiday Tradition bouquet with Ruby vase and FREE chocolates, $39.99!

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Picture Perfect

Deb Savvy — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 01:46:27 +0000

It’s cold outside and the days are shorter and it’s more important now than any time of year to bring the sunshine and brightness of summer into the house. And what better way to do that than with plants and flowers?

This is a great time of year to send flowers and plants. As a hostess gift. A thank you gift. A housewarming gift. Or just because. It’s like sending someone a little dose of much needed sunshine.

And if you happen to be a last minute shopper, keep Flowers Across America in mind as they specialize in same day delivery.

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For Beautiful Bonsai

Deb Savvy — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 01:22:27 +0000

If you’re shopping for Bonsai, don’t shop at a general florist – go to a specialist like Bonsai Boy of NY .

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Each Bonsai they sell is one of a kind. Their trees are raised lovingly and given the care and attention to make each an individual living work of art.

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Prices start at under under $40 and go up as high as several hundred dollars for a really exotic and well aged bonsai tree. There are lots of stunning options for well under $100.

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Summer Fresh All Year Long

Deb Savvy — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 05:56:15 +0000

Summer may be over but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the freshest tastes of summer. You can grow that summer freshness right on the kitchen counter. Salad greens. Herbs. Even fresh tomatoes. You can grow it all. Effortlessly. With the AeroGarden .

It’s the first indoor smart garden. So easy to use that anyone, with or without gardening experience can grow lush, beautiful gardens right in your home! The built-in micro-processor automatically adjusts nutrient delivery and water flow and turns grow lights on and off to simulate the sun. The computerized AeroGarden tells you when to add water and nutrients. Try it for free and you could be enjoying fresh herbs and more in a few short weeks.

AeroGarden® FREE for 36 Days!

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No, You’re Not Too Late

Deb Savvy — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:53:33 +0000

There’s still plenty of time for gardening this season.

And color and drama to your home landscape with gorgeous caladiums.

From Fancy Plants Farms.

Where they also have some of the most beautiful fresh fruit and Florida citrus on the planet. By the way – caladiums are an excellent choice for container gardening and indoor planting as well.

Add a Touch of Zen

Deb Savvy — Fri, 30 May 2008 21:18:23 +0000

Looking for an alternative to sending flowers or a blooming plant? How about the gift of bonsai?

Nothing beats the zen simplicity and elegance of a bonsai tree. Not only is it a gift that’s sure to last for years (many bonsai trees are decades old by the time we buy them) – it’s a gift that could very well grow into a hobby or a zen obsession.

A great option for just about any gifting occasion.

Going Green for Father’s Day

Deb Savvy — Sun, 25 May 2008 01:01:14 +0000

It’s never been easier to go green for Father’s Day – especially if you shop at Organic Style .

They’ve got a great selection of gourmet treats, biodynamic wine collections, bonsai and miniature trees. Great gifts that make a powerful earth-friendly statement.

You Can Become An Herbalist

Deb Savvy — Wed, 14 May 2008 23:50:41 +0000

Did you know that you can grow fresh and fabulous herbs right in your kitchen – with no need for soil or sunlight! And best of all, for a limited time only, you can test out your green thumb for free!

The AeroGarden is the world’s first indoor smart garden – It’s so easy to use that anyone, with or without gardening experience can grow lush, beautiful gardens right in your home! The computerized AeroGarden tells you when to add water and nutrients. The built-in micro-processor automatically adjusts nutrient delivery and water flow and turns grow lights on and off to simulate the sun. Enjoy fresh, homegrown herbs and more, all year round. You can even grow a variety of salad ingredients, such as salad greens, chili peppers, tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, even flowers. Plants will grow up to five times faster than soil, with maximum volume, and zero waste. AeroGarden® FREE for 36 Days!

Craving Caladiums?

Deb Savvy — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 04:29:50 +0000

It’s the first day of spring! And that means it’s time to start thinking about spring planting! Depending on where you live, it might be too early to start planting, but it’s not too early to start planning.

Nothing adds quite the same look, texture or drama to a garden as caladiums. And when it comes to caladiums, go directly to the experts at Fancy Plants Farms.

Happy gardening!!!!!!

Helpful hint: These spectacular caladiums make a terrific gift for any gardener and for anyone who enjoys beautiful, lush plants. Caladiums work well in containers, indoors and out.

Start Spring a Little Early

Deb Savvy — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 23:30:38 +0000

Looking for some immediate gratification? There’s no need to wait. You can start spring right now. With a windowbox or container garden from Windowbox.com – The Biggest Name in Little Gardens . Container gardening is a great way to bring some spring splash into your home right now. When the weather warms up, you can use your container garden to add a touch of color anywhere in your outdoor space. A windowbox can add warmth and color to an interior window ledge during the remaining weeks of winter. By the time you relocate it to it’s summer home on the outer ledge, it will be in full bloom and looking terrific.

When Speed Matters

Deb Savvy — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:03:46 +0000

We’ve all found ourselves in a super last minute gifting emergency situation. Some more than others. But we’re not pointing fingers. We’re all about finding a solution.

Next time you’re in a last minute gifting pinch and you need flowers fast – don’t worry. You can can get beautiful flowers delivered just about anywhere in a flash. From Flowers Fast And it doesn’t stop at just flowers either. They offer speedy delivery of beautiful plants, gourmet foods, gift baskets and more.

Eternally Green

Deb Savvy — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 04:44:59 +0000

Here’s a way to bring some everlasting spring green to your winter days. Even if you’ve got a ‘black thumb’. No watering or daylight required. No, I’m not suggesting you fill your home with plastic plants. Hardly. Yuck! No, I’m suggesting something completely natural and unique – a Fresh Topiary.

Ivy, angel vine, boxwood, cypress, rosemary and many more. Live and preserved topiaries. Each a work of art. Free shipping on all orders.

The gift of a natural topiary is a great way to say thank you – especially for someone who hosted you at their vacation home. It’s an evergreen remembrance of your visit and and your gratitude. Because a natural topiary requires no maintenance at all it’s perfect for a home that’s frequently unoccupied.

How About Some Green to Cure Those Winter Blues

Deb Savvy — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 10:33:25 +0000

Here’s a great way to add some spring green to your home. It’s easy and fun and a sure fire way to help beat those winter blues.

Try AeroGarden for only $19.95.

For the Ultimate in Luxury Flowers

Deb Savvy — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 00:45:24 +0000

Whether you want something truly spectacular for your own holiday table or if you’re looking for flowers sure to make the recipient swoon, look no further than CalyxandCorolla. Cut flowers and potted plants. Elegant arrangements. Hand tied bouquets. Exotic orchids. Perfect long stemmed roses. Lilies. And so much more.

All their flowers and plants are shipped fresh directly from the grower and the quality far surpasses anything you’ll find at your local florist.

Visit our Flowers and More page for more of our favorite online florists.

Say Thank You with Flowers and Save

Deb Savvy — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 06:25:03 +0000

As each holiday gathering approaches, you are either busily preparing for the big day or relaxing until it’s time to head over to the busy girl’s house. If you’re lucky enough not to be hosting, show your hostess how thankful you are for the break.

And you’ll be thanked in return with savings of 10%. If this offer has expired or if you’re looking for more coupon codes and special offers for flowers and gifts, visit our Flowers and More page.

Gracious Green Gratitude

Deb Savvy — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 03:56:31 +0000

Stumped for a thank you gift? Shopping for someone who has everything and at the end of your rope? Think Bonsai. A beautiful Bonsai Tree is a whimsical change of pace from flowers and always well received. Bonsai Boy of NY has the largest selection of Bonsai Trees on the internet – including Junipers, Azalea, Rosemary, Brush Cherry, New Zealand Tea Rose, Citrus Trees, Snow Rose Serissa, and much more. They’ve even got some breathtaking Bonsai Waterfall Gardens . Their unique trees, fountains and gifts range in price from under $20.00 to several hundred dollars – so whatever your budget you can go green with gratitude the next time you need to send a hostess or thank you gift.

A bonsai tree would be a nice choice of gift for someone recouperating from an illness or injury; also a thoughtful and memorable gesture of sympathy or condolence.

Organic Flowers and Much, Much More

Deb Savvy — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 22:38:38 +0000

As the name would imply, Organic Bouquet is a great source for organic flowers. But they’ve got so much more. Organic plants and trees. And yummy organic treats sure to please. Fruits, nuts, wine and decadent gourmet chocolates and sweets.

Click here for a 5% discount coupon - and check out their site for frequent special offers including an additional dozen roses for free with the purchase of a dozen roses.

Plants with Panache

Deb Savvy — Fri, 11 May 2007 02:34:13 +0000

Plants with panache. And fancy fruit. That’s their life over at Fancy Plants Farms. From the highest quality lovingly grown caladiums (a terrific plant for gifting, by the way) to the freshest Florida citrus and persimmons and homemade persimmon preserves and purrees. YUM! Perfect for gifting – or for treating yourself!

For Beauty Everlasting….

Deb Savvy — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 00:56:49 +0000

The only down side to sending flowers on Mother’s Day (or any other day, for that matter) is that you know that in less than two weeks your thoughtful, beautiful and (most likely) expensive gift is but a fond memory. If you’re looking for something of the same order that will last just a bit longer, we’ve got a great option for you. Consider the gift of a live topiary from FreshTopiary. Real trees are perfectly preserved at the peak of their beauty. No water. No maintenance. No worries.

All at about the same price as a nice floral arrangement.

Outside In

Deb Savvy — Sat, 27 Jan 2007 20:58:26 +0000

Tired of waiting for the spring gardening season? Urbanite without outdoor space to call your own? Looking to add a touch of color and life to your home all year long? Either way, indoor gardening is fun and easy and good for you, too! Whether you’re an experienced indoor garden with a green thumb or a novice, this top web pick’s got everything you need to grow and care for flourishing plants, flowers, herbs and more. Orders over $55 ship free.

Garden in Glass

Deb Savvy — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 02:34:01 +0000

Here’s a nice alternative to cut flowers or a potted plant. Why not send a terrarium? A complete ecosystem in a container. A terrarium perfect for serious home gardeners but will also survive when under the care of someone with a black thumb.

Going Green

Deb Savvy — Wed, 13 Dec 2006 05:31:28 +0000

Their name says it all. Houseplants for less. Blooming plants. Green plants. Exotic plants. Discount plants. Shipped fresh from the hot house. Perfect for gifting and for adding a touch of green to your own home. Wholesale pricing.

Give a Gift that Grows

Deb Savvy — Mon, 11 Dec 2006 02:17:33 +0000

Beautiful potted plants and container gardens make for a nice alternative to flowers. They’re longer lasting, which is always nice, and add warmth to any room. For a great selection of living gifts – everything from simple potted plants to fabulous windowbox kits and container gardens – check out Windowbox.com …

Perfect Plants from an Unexpected Source

Deb Savvy — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 01:57:25 +0000

Some of the most beautiful gifts I have ever received were from The Red Envelope. Always elegant. Always impeccably presented. Plants from The Red Envelope are no exception. They’ve got quite a selection, including herb gardens (starting under $30), mini-roses (under $40), paperwhite narcissus (under $35), unbelievably beautiful shooting star hydrangeas ($50) and many others. All are plants of superior quality; all are beautifully planted in an elegant container selected to specifically complement the plant itself.

For more serious gifting, they even have a plant of the month club. Gift memberships of three months ($140), six months ($250) or a full year ($450) are available. Check it out. These are not the same plants you’ll find anywhere else.

Tiny Trees

Deb Savvy — Sun, 12 Nov 2006 19:27:06 +0000

While cut flowers are lovely (and don’t add to your clutter) they lack a certain permanence that certain gifting occasions require. I think a Bonsai tree is a terrific alternative. I love the whole feng shui aesthetic, the trees are nice and small (also no added clutter) and actually require relatively little maintenance.

Check out this great website. They are the largest supplier of Bonsai Trees and supplies on the internet offering hunderds of items at low wholesale prices.

Evergreen

Deb Savvy — Sat, 11 Nov 2006 03:35:08 +0000

Here’s a delightful alternative to a floral arrangement or potted plant, particularly if you know the recipient has a ‘black thumb’. How about a fresh live preserved topiary? It stays green and perfect forever. No watering required.

A topiary can bring a splash of color to any room. I have tons of plants in my house but in certain spots nothing will flourish. And nothing looks worse than a dying plant. No more. A fresh preserved live topairy lives on forever.