Exotic Flowers in Boston

International Women's Day is celebrated throughout the world every year on March 8th. The Day traces its beginnings to the early 20th century as a result of the socialist movement. The holiday recognizes the social and political struggles that women have faced for centuries. It is also a chance for us all to show women how much we respect them and appreciate them.

The holiday stirs more emotions in some countries than others.  The custom of giving the mimosa flower can be traced back to Italy around 1946. The flowers were intended to be given as a sign of respect and the mimosa's symbolism rivals that of a red rose on Valentine's day. 

Mimosa's origin can be traced back to Australia. It arrived in Europe around 1820. The plant is quite invasive and should not be placed too close to other plants. Its blooms are often harvested for cut flowers, honey and oils for perfume. You may recognize the blossom at the premium cosmetic store, L'Occitane en Provence.

Many clients from Russia, Eastern Europe and Italy will often call or email to check on this fleeting flower's availability for March 8th. Mimosa has a lovely scent and Exotic Flowers in Boston will have Mimosa for sale on International Women's Day.

February is the most romantic month of the year. Thanks to Valentine's Day: TV, Social Media and the press is all buzzing about the most romantic gifts for 2014. As florists in Boston, we go head first into the Super Bowl Sunday of the floral industry. In the next few days, you will be bombarded with ads for jewelry, perfume, teddy bears, lingerie and flowers. Wouldn't it be great if you could surprise your lover with all those things ?

But in 2014, some gifts have more star power than others. You want to send to a gift that ignites your lover's senses. This year take some tips from Femme Fatale / Glamor Girl Dita Von Teese.  photo credit: DigitalSpy/ © PA Images / Matt Crossick/EMPICS Entertainment

The self styled fashion icon and living legend offers some great tips for Valentine's Day in 2014. " ROSES: EXPECTED, PERHAPS, BUT NEVER A BAD PLACE TO START," states the burlesque star.

When asked what the best gift she has received ? Von Teese's reply: " The best gifts I’ve ever received are things like love letters, art or any gift that took a little effort. The worst is getting a gift from someone you don’t feel romantic about, or getting flowers that were bought last minute at a grocery store. Order flowers in advance from a creative florist."

We all know that flowers and celebrity go hand in hand. Why not show your partner how much you care with amazing flowers that reflect their star power ? Roses and Orchids are always the best flowers to send for Valentine's Day. If you're in Boston, come and visit the show we put on for Valentine's Day.

1. Our roses arrive from Ecuador - Ecuador has proven to be the best grown roses in flower exhibits throughout the world.
2. We hydrate and process our roses with the highest efficiency creating a longer life for our customers. We clean, hydrate and refrigerate all our roses to ensure optimum performance.
3. We work closely with farms and vendors to prevent problems before they happen.
4. We're a busy Boston flower shop. High turnover means flowers do not hang around. Our roses last.
5. We're experienced. Over 100 years of design and sales experience on staff at all times. We do it right the first time.

all photo credits: The Queen Latifah Show

You do not have to enjoy day time television to be captivated by the amazing floral display on The Queen Latifah Show today. Floral design legend Jeff Leatham appeared on her show to showcase some amazing designs. Please see the photos believe to see some awesome flowers.

Mini calla lillies and roses just exude romance.

just a spectacular array of calla lilies.

a lush bouquet of exotic Vanda orchids is an amazing conversation piece.

This display is just awe inspiring. Roses, orchids, hydrangeas and gerbera daisies.

Callas lilies and roses. Awesome.

Boston residents, employees and visitors often send roses. At Exotic Flowers, we sell over 10,000 Ecuadorean roses every week. We carry at least ten colors to choose from every day. From blue to blush and red to raspberry, many clients love the many choices of roses to send throughout the Boston area.

Some clients not only want to know which color lives longest, but they also ask if the rose has any meaning. At Exotic Flowers in Boston, we know you will read many different meanings for rose colors. We are proud to offer the meanings chart below to help[ make sending roses in Boston easier.

• White Rose: innocence; I'm worthy of you.
• Burgundy Rose: Unconscious Beauty: Beauty Within
• Lavender Rose: Affection; Enchantment
• Green Rose: Envy; Infatuation
• Light Pink: Grace; Friendship; Joy
• Yellow: Joy; Friendship; Let Us Forget
• Magenta: Encouragement; Message of Love
• Dark Pink: Thankfulness
• Orange: Variety; Creativity; Fascination
• Peach: Desire; Gratitude; Appreciation
• Red: Love; Passion; Respect; I Love You.
• Purple: Reward of Virtue; Worthy of Royalty
• Blue: Mystery
• Rainbow: Party Time

Whether you choose to send red roses or yellow; remember Exotic Flowers in Boston carries large full headed ecuadorean roses. Impressive upon delivery and long lasting. Send red roses in Boston via Exotic Flowers.

While Valentine's is the busiest day in the floral industry in Boston, clients often find themselves at a loss for words. We often say, 'Say it with Flowers,'. But if you need a little help with your roses being delivered in Boston on Valentine's Day, then here are some ready to use card messages.

• (For flowers delivered on February 13th): Couldn't wait another day to say I Love You!
• (For flowers delivered on February 13th): I love you so much I couldn't wait for Valentine's Day!
• Cupid's aim is still pretty good.
• Today is a very special day for sending all my love your way!
• With you it's Valentine's Day 365 days a year

Sometimes times delivering flowers in Boston is a stressful job. Traffic, snow and demanding clients can lead me straight to the Johnnie Walker. A flower delivery in Boston has the power to make or break someone's relationship. As a Boston florist, I am called into sharing so many emotional parts of one's life; funerals, new babies, new loves, weddings. These responsibilities give my career meaning.

On my desk at Exotic Flowers in Boston, I keep a copy of this Martin Luther King Jr. quote.

"If a man is called to be a street sweeper, he should sweep streets even as Michelangelo painted, or Beethoven composed music, or Shakespeare wrote poetry. He should sweep streets so well that all the hosts of heaven and earth will pause to say, here lived a great street sweeper who did his job well.” - Martin Luther King Jr.

My dad always said "Never hire anyone who can't sweep the floor,". Yes dad, I get it.