Mother's Day
How do I take care of my flowers once they are delivered?
As your mother is basking in the glory of her new beautiful florals, she will want to preserve that beauty for as long as possible. We have included a few fresh flower care tips to help. Feel free to send her this easy-to-follow guide once her flowers have been delivered.
First things first
If your flowers came in plastic wrapping, you would want to remove the plastic as soon as possible. This will allow the flowers to breathe. Secondly, you will want to give fresh water to your flowers to provide hydration. Place bouquets in a vase of appropriate size or fill your current vase with fresh water. If you need to, you can trim the stem’s ends to fit a vase you have. We recommend cutting flower stems at an angle with a sharp knife.
Where you place your flowers can make a difference
Avoid placing your flower arrangements near areas of extreme temperatures: windowsills, direct sunlight all day, or an overly hot room. Too much heat or sun exposure can cause your flowers to dry out quickly or wilt. Cooler and more controlled conditions will be best to help preserve the beauty of your flowers.
Avoid placing your flowers next to fruit or in the vicinity of cigarette smoke. These can produce ethylene gas which can reduce the life of your flowers and cause them to die more quickly.
Maintaining a beautiful presentation
Keep your flowers looking fresh and displayed beautifully by tending to your flowers periodically.
- For vase arrangements, keep your vase filled with water. This allows the plants to drink the water they need and provides them hydration.
- For basket arrangements, we suggest still adding daily fresh water to your flowers.
- Anytime the water begins to become cloudy, change the water out with fresh water. It would be good to clean the inside of your vase during this change before placing your flowers back into the vase. Using soapy water can help remove bacteria that could cause your flowers to deteriorate more quickly. Then make sure you rinse your vase thoroughly.
- As wilting leaves or stems occur, remove the strongly wilted contents to allow the fresher parts to be the center of attention.
- Using a sharp knife, cut your stems at an angle one to two inches from the bottom of the stem. This will help your flowers better absorb water. We recommend avoiding using scissors to cut your flowers. Scissors can crush the stems and hinder the flower from being able to absorb the water.
Father's Day
Having a hard time deciding on the perfect gift for dad? THE FLORATORY can help! Send dad a artistically crafted floral tribute to show him how much you care. Perhaps your dad is the type that would prefer a gift basket filled with his favorite snacks! Whether your dad lives in Peoria Heights, or clear across the country, we've got you covered!
Grandparents Day
Are you missing your grandma and grandpa a little extra? Say “I miss you” on Grandparents Day with a beautiful arrangement of traditional fall flowers. Send them the gift of flowers. Even if you are a thousand miles away, honor your Grandparents by sending them an elegant display of bursting blossoms. Choose from an elegant fall display or ask for Grandma’s favorite when you select a designer’s choice, THE FLORATORY can find the perfect fit for you. We can deliver to anywhere in the country—including retirement homes and senior living communities.
Rosh Hashanah
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah With A Flower Arrangement
Keep the Jewish New Year sweet by ordering a fall flower arrangement for your Rosh Hashanah table. Filled with colorful florals, your friends and family will admire your beautiful display.
During these High Holy Days, say shanah tovah u’metuka, "Happy New Year," to those who mean the most to you. Get your flowers for Rosh Hashanah today and surprise your host with a decorative floral bouquet perfect for a New Year's gift.
Rosh Hashanah FAQ
What flowers should I order for Rosh Hashanah?
There are no specific flowers that you need to order to celebrate the Jewish new year, but a traditional flower arrangement with sprigs of blue and white roses would be a perfect Rosh Hashanah gift. A fall flower arrangement with red and gold colored flowers makes an excellent choice to honor the tradition of apples and honey. Whether your arrangement is for your table or as thank you to a host, THE FLORATORY can help you.
When should I order my Rosh Hashanah flower arrangement?
If you honor the laws of Yom Tov, you can place your order early and we can arrange delivery on a later day.
National Boss Day
Flowers never fail to bring a smile to someone's face. Who could use a smile more than your boss? THE FLORATORY can help you choose a fantastic floral arrangement that's sure to make your boss turn that frown upside down. Who knows, maybe you'll get out of work a few minutes early?
Sweetest Day
Sweetest Day gift baskets from THE FLORATORY in Peoria Heights are the perfect gift for this tasty holiday. Not only are they filled with your favorite sweet snacks, but they can be customized to be even more sweet for your special someone. Have a candy gift basket made for your friend who loves to snack. For chocolate lovers, you could send a candy bar gift basket or a gourmet chocolate gift basket, it just depends on your Sweetie's taste. Just give THE FLORATORY a call and we'll help you find the perfect treat for your Sweet.
Halloween
Halloween brings out the kid (and 'spook') in all of us with jack-o'-lanterns, trick-or-treating, and lots of Halloween activities to enjoy. Your local florist, THE FLORATORY of Peoria Heights, is a great place to start for creative suggestions on Halloween flowers, party decorations, and haunted houses. Let us suggest some Halloween party flower ideas for kids, and maybe even a few tips grownup 'ghouls' will like too! Give your Halloween festivities a 'frightfully' fantastic look and feel with colorful flowers and fun Halloween floral decor from THE FLORATORY.
Thanksgiving (USA)
For many people, Thanksgiving is their favorite holiday. And why not? It's a time of year where family comes together, great food is cooked, football is on the tv all day, and the weather is usually nice and chilly without being too cold. It's a special holiday, and THE FLORATORY believes that a special holiday like Thanksgiving needs to be celebrated in a special manner; namely with flowers. Flowers add a touch of class and aesthetic appeal to any occasion or event, and Thanksgiving is no different. THE FLORATORY has a wide selection of Thanksgiving flower arrangements, featuring flowers in many colors such as orange, red, and yellow. Many arrangements also come in a basket instead of a vase and will fit excellently with any harvest season design plan you may have. Whether you're looking for fall flowers to give as a gift on the day of giving thanks, a basket arrangement to add some fall flair to your Thanksgiving party, or a beautiful centerpiece for the family dinner table during Thanksgiving dinner, THE FLORATORY in Peoria Heights, IL can take care of all your floral needs to make sure this Thanksgiving is a success. Although based in Peoria Heights, IL, THE FLORATORY also delivers anywhere in the U.S. and Canada, so you can have full confidence that your order will be taken care of. Even if you're going cross country or even across the U.S.-Canadian border to have Thanksgiving with family far away, THE FLORATORY will make sure your delivery gets where it needs to be.
Hanukkah
You have the Menorah, the candles, and the latkes but something is missing. Add that special touch to your Hanukkah decor with a beautiful arrangement of pure white and dazzling blues florals. Say “toda” to your Hanukkah hostess with a gift of classic lilies with pops of delphiniums. A delightful surprise will be sure to make a lasting impression. Order early to stay ahead of the busyness of the season! We offer both delivery and in-store pick up. Our Holiday hours may very so please call us for our times. THE FLORATORY is here to assist you with any questions you have!
Christmas
Can I pick-up the Christmas flowers I ordered online?
THE FLORATORY offers both store pickup and delivery. If you would prefer to pick up your Christmas order, just give us a call at (309) 367-4040 and let us know. If you would like your order delivered, you will be able to enter the address and additional delivery details during the online ordering process. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out and one of our associates will gladly assist you.
Can I request a flower substitution in my Christmas arrangement?
At THE FLORATORY, we would be happy to provide the flowers or color of flowers you would like. Please feel free to contact us (309) 367-4040 with further information regarding your request. We can discuss your options in regards to our flower and flower color availability. To secure your preferences or arrangement selection, we advise placing your order as early as possible. During the Christmas season, flower varieties may occasionally run out of stock, and we may have to wait for a delivery truck. If your flowers of choice are available, we would be glad to provide you with that personalization.
Will my flowers be delivered even if no one is home?
Before you place your order online, we recommend that you provide our delivery drivers with additional information if you are aware that you or the one receiving the flowers will not be present. You will be able to select a date of delivery that is best for you. If something changes concerning your delivery needs, please give us a call (309) 367-4040 and we can work together on a plan to ensure your delivery.
Kwanzaa
This Kwanzaa, make it a great celebration with the help of THE FLORATORY. Located in Peoria Heights, IL, THE FLORATORY has a variety of gifts for you to give while you spend the week celebrating African heritage, culture, and unity. Our flower arrangements are designed with the traditional Kwanzaa colors of red, green, and black. Whether giving as a gift or using as a design piece to decorate for your Kwanzaa celebration, flowers from THE FLORATORY are sure to please, complete with local delivery to the Peoria Heights area as well as delivery across the U.S. and Canada. If you're not looking for floral arrangements, then perhaps you'd be interested in one of our Kwanzaa centerpieces to add a little bit of floral appeal to your Kwanzaa celebration. Maybe you're not looking for flowers at all, and that's okay- THE FLORATORY can take care of you with one of our delicious fruit baskets! Fresh fruit is perfect for the Kwanzaa celebration, and our fruit baskets are sure to make a great gift for anybody and also add some flavor to the party!
Valentine's Day
How do I take care of my flowers once they are delivered?
Now that you have your stunning flowers, you would like to preserve their beautiful state for as long as possible. Below we have provided some fresh flower care tips to help guide you.
First things first
If your flowers came in plastic, you will need to remove the plastic wrapping as soon as possible. This allows for your flowers to breathe. Then provide fresh water for your flowers as soon as possible.
Where you place your flowers can make a difference
Avoid placing your flower arrangements near areas of extreme temperatures. This could include windowsills, direct sunlight all day, or an overly hot room. These factors can cause your flowers to dry out quickly or wilt. Most flowers last longer under cooler and controlled conditions.
Avoid placing your flowers next to fruit or cigarette smoke. Ethylene gas can reduce the life of your flowers and be detrimental to their lifespan.
Maintaining a beautiful presentation
Keep your flowers looking fresh and displayed beautifully by tending to your flowers periodically.
- Keep vase arrangements filled with fresh water. This allows the plants to drink up the water they need for proper hydration.
- For basket arrangements, we suggest providing your flowers with daily fresh water.
- Remember to switch out any cloudy water. You will want to fully clean the inside of your vase with soap and water, thoroughly rinse, and then refill the vase with new water. This will help remove any bacteria that could possibly harm your flowers and cause them to deteriorate more quickly.
- As you notice leaves or stems wilting, remove the strongly wilted contents. This will help your flowers maintain a fresh and appealing appearance.
- To help your flowers to maintain proper hydration, use a sharp knife to cut your stems. Cut the stems at an angle one to two inches from the bottom. This will help the flowers to absorb water. It is discouraged to use scissors to cut the flower stems. Scissors can crush the stems, preventing proper water absorption.
Passover
Beautiful Passover Flowers
This Passover add a beautiful spring arrangement of blues and whites to your table.
Classic Passover Flowers
Classic Passover flowers of daisies, roses, violets, carnations, irises, tulips, and hyacinths make a beautiful Passover Seder centerpiece. Include spring flowers of daffodils and lilies to add a burst of happiness to your Passover meal. Blue and white are the most popular colors for the Jewish holidays. Include popular white flowers of calla lilies, roses, gardenias, and add touches of blue with delphinium, hydrangeas, and irises.
Perfect for Your Passover Host
If you are going to a family or friend's house for your Passover dinner, don't forget to bring your host a gift. A lovely flower arrangement makes the perfect addition to their seder table. Send flowers in advance to your Passover host so they can include them in their Passover decorations.
Order Early
Place your order early to ensure you get your favorite flowers, as spring is a busy season for the flower industry. We want to ensure your Passover florals are exactly what you want. Though we are located in Peoria Heights we offer flower delivery to wherever your destination may be. Whether that is right up the road or the next state over, we are here to add that special touch to your celebration.
Easter
3 Ways People Use Flowers for Easter
The temperatures are shifting, and optimism is in the air as spring makes its debut. What better way to mark this special time of beauty and joy than with a graceful and bright arrangement of Easter flowers? There are so many wonderful reasons to celebrate this beautiful occasion.
Creating An Easter Themed Dinner Table Elevate your dinner table setup to the next level. You may specially assemble your table for Thanksgiving or Christmas time. THE FLORATORY can help you brighten up your table for the spring with a lovely Easter arrangement. Your stylish décor and beautiful combination with a fresh set of flowers will be a sight to behold.
Livening Up The Room With A Spring Feel Springtime is known for grass being greener, trees beginning to bud, flowers blooming, and the reappearance of various animals that remained hidden during the cooler months. Fill the rooms of your home with a refreshing feeling of elegance and nature’s gift of beauty. There are a variety of flowers that would be perfect to mark this new season.
Gifting Basket As children, it was common for people to receive an Easter basket full of goodies, brightly colored plastic eggs, and toys. As adults, you can share the joy and excitement of Easter as well. Celebrate this Easter by gifting your parents, grandparents, friends, businesses, or neighbors with a beautiful basket of bright flowers to light up their day.
Christians Celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ A variety of denominations rooted in the Christian faith celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ during the time of Easter. It is popular for families or members of Christian churches to purchase peace lilies. Some purchase white flowers or incorporate peace lilies to be placed in their home as a reminder or members will donate them to their church to help provide additional décor.
Gift A Gardener Know a fellow green thumb? Whether you are family or friends with a farmer or home gardener, you can give them nature's gift of lovely flowers. This gift will not only acknowledge their passion and enjoyment for tending the Earth, but will also brighten their day through a special surprise.
However you choose to celebrate this Easter, THE FLORATORY can help you find the perfect flower arrangement. Explore our selection on our Easter flowers page or contact us at (309) 367-4040 with any questions you may have. One of our associates would be happy to help you.
