To ensure your Boxwood Tree lasts longer – follow these tips: Your boxwood tree is made by our elves. It is fresh, but not a live growing tree. Once a week set the container in your sink. Spray the tree with water so the floral foam on the inside is soaked. Allow time to drip […]
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The holiday season is just around the corner and, during the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to let your guard down when it comes to keeping your pets away from toxic exposures. From holiday foods to decorations, everyday items around your home you wouldn’t think twice about can quickly become a threat to your furry […]
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Everyone enjoys receiving fresh flowers. Whether they’re for special occasions, weddings, or simple tokens to express love or friendship, bouquets are always appreciated. With that said, choosing the right arrangement ensures that your blooms are always in season and that they have the proper effect. Here are a few tips to choose the perfect bouquet. […]
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Up to 69% of Americans say that the smell and sight of flowers can improve their mood, which makes them a great gift for a loved one’s birthday. Like birthstones, every person has a unique and distinctive birth flower that has a special meaning. Whether you’re looking for a creative way to celebrate a loved […]
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When you’ve found out someone you love has cancer, you may have a lot of questions and you may not know what to say. It’s good to be encouraging, but it’s also important that you don’t give your loved one false optimism. When you tell your loved one to always stay positive, it can seem […]
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Summer is all about family, friends, and outdoor barbeques. But just because you’re lighting up the grill doesn’t mean you can’t make your backyard glam for the 4th of July. After all, up to 69% of Americans report that the smell of flowers improves their mood. Holiday flowers are one of the best ways to […]
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Your high school student is nearing the end of their educational path, and it’s almost time to graduate. They’ve worked so hard to get through their classes, and you’re one proud parent. To celebrate, the grad party should be awesome. Flowers are a great way to decorate for a party, but choosing the right ones […]
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The older you get, the more difficult it can be to think of a birthday gift you haven’t already given your best friend. After all, you’ve been together through thick and thin for years and you can only give someone you love so many picture frames so many times. Fortunately, there are a few birthday […]
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Mother’s Day is considered to be one of the most important days of the year and for good reason. Our moms are incredibly important to us and help us shape who we are. It only makes sense for us to give back and let her know how much we care. With Mother’s Day just a […]
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Valentine’s Day is almost here! Do you have that perfect gift lined up for that special someone yet? OpenBlooms is here to help. This year we have something extra special planned. OpenBlooms Valentine’s Day Contest From now until February 12, OpenBlooms is holding a fun contest to see who has the best, most romantic, Valentine’s […]
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If you’re like most people, you love getting flowers. There’s just something about receiving flowers from that special someone on any occasion, whether they are birthday flowers or apology flowers. Receiving flowers makes 80% of Americans feel happy, and 88% of Americans say that giving flowers to people also makes them happy. Seeing beautiful fresh […]
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Sympathy flowers are a visual expression of mourning, respect, and love when it comes to honoring the death of a loved one. The white lily is perhaps the most popular flower for funerals because of its symbolism for innocence, purity, and majesty. What’s more, the stargazer lily represents sympathy. Traditional lilies may be some of […]
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The holiday season is one of the most popular times for Northern Virginia florists. In fact, up to 54% of florist shop customers purchase centerpieces and other decorations for entertaining during the holiday season. This is because Americans entertain more guests in their homes during the holiday season than any other time of the year. With family and […]
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OpenBlooms is a locally owned, family-operated and community-minded small business. As such, we are involved with a number of local organizations and events. We are pleased to be a floral sponsor for the following events in Northern Virginia. 7th Annual Boots, Beer & BBQ The 7th Annual Boots, Beer & BBQ will take place on Friday December […]
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Although spring is considered the queen among seasons for flowers, autumn just as plentiful and beautiful when it comes to berries and blossoms. Whether you’re looking for a bouquet to send to a loved one or a centerpiece for your dining room table, one of the best ways to incorporate fall into your flowery designs […]
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Flowers are considered one of the key pieces to many American weddings. They often make up approximately 7% to 8% of an average wedding budget. It’s easy to see why. Flowers represent life, abundance, happiness, and goodwill: perfect for any newly married couple. However, when it comes to wedding bouquets, it’s spring that gets all […]
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One of our first instincts when a friend’s loved one passes away is to comfort them emotionally and then symbolically with flowers. A flower delivery is often the mourning gift of choice because the smell and sight of flowers is said to improve the mood of up to 69% of Americans. However, because there are […]
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With summer in full swing, your gardenmay seem disappointing, as the only things that seem to grow in the sweltering heat of the sun are petunias and marigolds. Yet your garden doesn’t need to be subjected to this limitation of color. There are a surprising number of flowers you can bring to bloom even during the […]
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Flowers are more than just pretty decorations that you can obtain from florists, and even though 65% of Americans feel special when receiving flowers, they have more functions than acting as a nice gift. Outside of being beautiful decor, your average bouquet actually has some very real health benefits. Plants have many benefits for a […]
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You’re getting married, congratulations! There are so many things to be considered during the wedding planning process. Your wedding to-do list may include: picking the venue, the dress, your bridesmaids, food, the guest list, and the flowers! From start to finish, planning your wedding is highly personal and you should choose things that make you […]
Read More Flowers are beautiful, and it is no secret that they make beautiful gifts. In fact, 80% of Americans say that receiving flowers from a florist makes them feel happy, while 88% say giving flowers causes them to feel even happier. But did you know that there can be a specific psychology behind the colors of […]
Read More We all know that there are certain holidays where a bouquet of flowers comes in handy — Valentine’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries, Easter, and Mother’s Day. But did you know that pretty much every day there is a holiday that deserves recognition all of its own? Here are some interesting and fun holidays to write down […]
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Make someone’s day with eggcellent surprises for their Easter holiday. From unique mixed bouquets and arrangements to gorgeous blooming plants, Open Blooms offers suitable gifts and vase arrangements of flowers for men, women and children. Easter is April 16, 2017 this year and many of us like to to have a beautiful Easter flower arrangement from Open […]
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At least 65% of Americans say that getting flowers make them feel special. As many as 80% of people admit that receiving flowers makes them happy and 88% say they feel that way when they give flowers. Looking and smelling flowers make about 69% of people feel better in terms of their mood. If you […]
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It’s no secret that receiving flowers can make you feel special. In fact, approximately 65% of Americans reported feeling just that when they received flowers as a gift. But there’s more than just the occasion that goes into selecting the perfect flowers. Playing into the five human senses, how a floral arrangement looks actually has […]
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