Ballard Blossom Blog

Do you have a special container that would look even better filled with beautiful flowers? At Ballard Blossom, we love bringing your containers to life. Perhaps you have a "one of a kind" container you found while cleaning your home, or maybe there is a special piece you have on display at your home or office that only gets used when you’re expecting company. Either way, our floral designers would be delighted to fill it with flowers – or better yet - set it up on a subscription plan where we fill the container every week or two to keep it looking fresh and beautiful all the time. Tell us what you like, compact , modern , traditional , tropical ? Perhaps you would prefer different designs that change with the seasons or long-lasting succulents ? Whatever your taste, we will compliment it with beautiful flowers that you can look and see the combination of our talented designers and YOUR inspiration. Keep this in mind next time you see these special containers or vases a...

Grandparents Day takes place on the first Sunday following Labor Day. This year, Grandparents Day falls on September 13. Although this holiday may not be as popular as Mother’s Day or even Father’s Day, it is still a nice chance to honor our grandparents. Unlike some holidays that can trace their origins back through centuries, Grandparents Day was first observed just over 40 years ago.  Sarah's Smile by Ballard Blossom, Seattle, WA G randparents Day takes place on the first Sunday following Labor Day. This year, Grandparent's Day falls on September, 13. Although this holiday may not be as popular as Mother's Day or even Father's Day, it is still a nice chance to honor our grandparents. Unlike some holidays that can trace their origins bak through centuries, Grandparent's Day was first observed just over 40 years ago.  People often assume that Grandparents Day resulted from lobbying by greeting card companies, florists, and similar businesses, but this idea could ...

We all love fresh flowers and plants for the beauty they provide and their incredible aromas that fill our homes. Unfortunately, our pets don’t enjoy flowers the same way we do. Dogs and cats have a natural curiosity and tend to investigate anything new by smelling or tasting. Their inquisitive nature is often adorable but can sometimes lead to trouble – especially for active pets that have a tendency to eat everything they see. It’s up to us to protect them by knowing which varieties of flowers are safe for pets and identifying which ones can be dangerous to our four-legged friends. While many plants will cause nothing more severe than mild digestive upset should they be ingested by pets, some can cause more serious health issues. Non-toxic choices Roses are always a safe choice when it comes to choosing flowers for a home with pets. Once their thorns are removed, they are usually harmless to most animals. Gerbera daisies , sunflowers , snapdragons , and alstroemeria are also safe to...