Memorial Day is May 26th

Also known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a federal holiday that is observed on the last Monday of every May. It is a time to memorialize and pay tribute to all the fallen men and women who have died serving our country while in the military. Atlanta Memorial Day Celebrations Beyond specific military events and parades that salute the troops and remember the fallen, there are also numerous events in the Atlanta that are geared toward family fun over the three-day weekend that typically announces the kick-off to summer. Some Memorial Day events in the Atlanta area include the Atlanta Jazz Festival, the Decatur Arts Festival, and the Run Walk and Blue 1K and 5K. Of course, Atlanta also has many parks that are perfect for enjoying the three-day weekend, including barbecues. There are also many block parties and picnics this time of year, which is a great opportunity to enjoy friends and family. Flowers for Memorial Day Flowers are a great idea for Memorial Day, including flower arrangements, bouquets, or wreathes for the graves of soldiers at local Atlanta cemeteries. Flowers can also be used for Memorial Day floats in parades, wreathes placed at local government buildings, and … Read More about Memorial Day is May 26th »

It’s National Wildflower Week!

From May 5 through May 11th, our nation celebrates the beauty and wonderment of wildflower. Throughout the United States, we have a wild array of stunning wildflowers on display. To continually be reminded of just how special these flowers are, National Wildflower Week was created by the American Wildflower Society in 1988. Since then, it has been celebrated each May as a way to remember that we must protect our precious natural resources and take care of wildflowers so that future generations will be able to enjoy them. What are Wildflowers? Wildflowers are typically defined as any flower that grows in the wild without being intentionally planted. Although you sometimes can buy seed packets that state that they are wildflowers, these are typically mixed species or some type of hybrid. It is often a catch-all term for flowers that may not be typically found in a specific area but have been found in the wild. There is a long list of wildflowers listed just for the Georgia area. If you are interested in finding out more about wildflowers found in our area, here is an interesting web site that provides pictures and information about wildflowers in Georgia. You can create … Read More about It’s National Wildflower Week! »

Celebrate Mom with Flowers, Plants, and Gifts

It’s time to give Mom her special day. Although we love our moms, stepmoms, and mother-in-laws the whole year round, it’s great to set aside a day to honor Mom and show her just how much we appreciate what she does for us. This Sunday, May 11th is that special day, and we want to make sure you have all the gifts you want to give Mom. That’s why we have put together this Mother’s Day gift guide that you can take advantage by calling in your order, visiting any of our Atlanta flower shop locations, or ordering online through our virtual flower shop. It includes something that will appeal to any mom as well as match your budget. Fresh-Cut Flowers All moms really do love flowers, and we have an array of varieties and colors to show your love for her. This includes customer favorites like roses, tulips, carnations, orchids, lilies, and hydrangea. Our Mother’s Day collection features some new floral designs this year to enjoy, including some unique vases, baskets, and containers. Of course, you can also come in with your ideas for your mom so that she can enjoy a one-of-a-kind, custom Mother’s Day flower arrangement that … Read More about Celebrate Mom with Flowers, Plants, and Gifts »

Sending Your Love and Prayers with Funeral Flowers and Sympathy Flowers

Losing a loved one is one of the hardest parts of life. Whether it is someone we know personally or you want to extend your love to someone who has lost a loved one, sending sympathy flowers or a funeral flower arrangement can let someone know that you are thinking of them in this darkest of hours. We have a wide range of floral arrangements that you can share with loved ones or for use at a funeral or gravesite as well as for a casket that shows your sympathy and love. Funeral Flowers In Atlanta, we have worked with all the Atlanta funeral homes and Atlanta cemeteries as well as many of the Atlanta churches and houses of worship, so we can deliver flowers for a funeral or memorial ceremony. We offer casket flowers, spray flowers, wreaths, funeral baskets, standing crosses and more for your funeral needs. Whether it is a military funeral or a funeral for a family member or friend, you can have flowers in any variety or color to add beauty and cheer even to the saddest of events. You can choose from our selection of funeral flowers or you can request something customized thanks to … Read More about Sending Your Love and Prayers with Funeral Flowers and Sympathy Flowers »

April is National Garden Month

National Garden Month was created by the National Gardening Association, a Vermont-based national nonprofit leader in garden-based education that is using the month to show adults and children how to lead healthier lives, build stronger communities, and encourage environmental stewardship through educational garden programs. This month is about celebrating gardens of all kinds, including flower and food gardens in your background, in the community, and in the country. Be sure to also get your kids involved at home or encourage an event through their school to keep the idea of gardening alive through the younger generations. This is a great opportunity for you to help out around Atlanta as there will be local and community events planned throughout the month to show more people how easy it is to start their own gardens at home or as part of a community. As a local florist, we have been supporting National Garden Month for years, including offering many flowers, plants, and flowering plants in our Atlanta locations to buy and give as gifts or to start your own garden. For example, we have a number of flowering plants as well as dish and basket gardens that help you get your garden … Read More about April is National Garden Month »

It’s Time to Honor the Office Professionals Who Make the Office Work

Starting April 20th and running through April 26th, Administrative Professionals Week is deemed as a way to celebrate all those behind the scenes that really turn your organization into a well-oiled machine. They schedule meetings, arrange appointments, update calendars and handle the daily tasks that are vital to a business so you can focus on your core work. Whether they are in-house or you have a virtual assistant, this is the time to say thanks in a big way with daily activities or a main celebration on Wednesday, April 23rd, which is Administrative Professionals Day. We’ve put together some gift ideas that you can send or give to your one shining savior or your team of superheroes. Gift Ideas for Administrative Professionals To help you find the perfect gift or gifts for this celebration, our online collection has nearly 50 products to choose from, including flowers, plants, and gifts. This collection offers a diverse range of flower varieties, arrangement styles, colors, types of plants, and gifts with something for every price range. Our flower designs feature a number of favorites like tulips, carnations, daisies, sunflowers, roses and orchids in an array of containers like glass cubes, vases, baskets and ceramic … Read More about It’s Time to Honor the Office Professionals Who Make the Office Work »

It’s Prom Season! Time for Corsages and Boutonnieres!

It’s that time of year again for the big high school dance. With that comes picking out dresses, tuxes, and limos not to mention corsages and boutonnieres. This may be a first for many high school students in terms of picking out flowers to wear or to give to their prom dates. This blog post offers some prom flower advice while also showcasing some of our latest corsage and boutonnieres that reflect this season’s trends. Prom Flower Advice Many students and their parents want to know the basics about corsages and boutonnieres. For example, there are trends each year that change the look of a corsage. This includes the ongoing trend of “blinging” out a corsage with rhinestones, pearls, and jewels featured on our jewelry wristlet corsages. Every year, the fashion debate continues on whether the corsage should match the dress or not. The answer is that the corsage is not necessarily designed to match the dress but to actually compliment or accent the dress color, so it is actually best to choose a color that coordinates rather than matches. It is no longer the trend to have the guy order the corsage and the girl order the boutonniere. Now, … Read More about It’s Prom Season! Time for Corsages and Boutonnieres! »

Focus on Health during National Nutrition Month

March has been set aside as National Nutrition Month. This healthy celebration is all about eating right and educating more people about making better food choices and committing to a healthier lifestyle. This special educational month was created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to call attention to this need and help address the country’s obesity issues and health-related problems from living on fast food, sugar, and other poor food choices. The theme for 2014 is “Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right.”  Among our selection of products are a number of healthy choices that you can give as gifts or enjoy yourself. Fresh and Seasonal Fruit Baskets Our fresh fruit gift baskets come in various sizes and varieties to help you find the one that fits your recipient’s tastes and your budget. Right now, on our website, we have nearly 20 different fresh fruit baskets to choose from, including these delicious options: The Deluxe Fruit & Gourmet Delight Basket features seasonal fruit, gourmet food, and spreads and jams. The Deluxe Harvest Basket includes seasonal fruits, a Hawaiian pineapple, gourmet crackers and sparkling cider. California Healthy is chock full of healthy goodness, including an assortment of nuts and fresh fruit, … Read More about Focus on Health during National Nutrition Month »

St. Patrick’s Day and First Day of Spring

Today is St. Patrick’s Day and just around the corner is the arrival of spring on March 20th. Both are special celebrations that can be enjoyed with flowers as spring brings us so many beautiful choices. St. Patrick’s Day For St. Patrick’s Day, we have some great flowers dyed green for your enjoyment as well as flower arrangements that show off a wide array of green hues. These are great to give to loved ones to celebrate their Irish heritage as well as to decorate your own home or office. We have even had orders this year for parties with multiple flower centerpieces for tables at parties. We also have balloons so you can order a fun green-themed St. Patrick’s Day balloon bouquet f or a party or celebration. Spring has Sprung The arrival of spring is March 20th and there is no better way to celebrate than with flowers. We have a wonderful selection of spring flowers to enjoy as décor, gifts, and decorations for special spring events, including spring birthdays, spring wedding or bridal showers, and weddings. This includes other holidays like Easter, which is on April 20th this year. This includes stunning tulips from Holland now available … Read More about St. Patrick’s Day and First Day of Spring »

Celebrate Incredible Kid Day on March 15th

There are many special days throughout the year that celebrate dad, mom, grandparents and other important people in your life. But, did you know that there is even a special day that celebrates kids? That’s right. On March 15th, it will be Incredible Kid Day. This is a great opportunity to show your kids or grandkids just how much you love them and how important they are to you in every way. Having this special day means that you can treat them in any way you like whether that means meals they love, a fun day out, or even gifts. Whatever you do, you want to make sure you tell them just what makes them so incredible to you, helping to build their self-esteem and confidence. At Carithers, we have some great gifts that are sure to make your incredible kids or grandkids smile on their special day. We have two great gift baskets just for kids. The first is the Children’s Activity Basket, which is filled with fun. It features Crayola crayons, markers, a sketchbook, silly putty, bubbles, toys, a plush bear and much more. This will keep them busy for hours as they create some incredible things for you! … Read More about Celebrate Incredible Kid Day on March 15th »