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Decorating for Fourth of July – Embracing Americana

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Whether you are hosting the Independence Day BBQ or simply want to create an Americana feel in your home for the Fourth of July, we have the floral arrangements and decor to create the look you’re dreaming of. 

Decor:

Wall Hangings

We offer three gorgeous wall hangings featuring the American flag design. One is a wooden American flag with a “Liberty” star for those looking for a rustic vibe. The other is a map of the United States overlaid with the American flag. The final option features the words “God Bless America” over top a flag-like design with stars and stripes.

Sitting Decor

If you’re looking to decorate a table spread or shelves, we have “sitting decor” options. We offer two wooden blocks with two different sayings, “America the Beautiful” and “Hooray for the U.S.A.” that are simple, but festive.

Keeping with the rustic look from earlier, we have a wooden star with the word “Liberty” with the letters “USA” in front and a small heart featuring a flag overlay. There is also a “Welcome” sign to greet visitors or party guests, with each letter featuring an American flag design.

Outdoor Decor

Something subtle to place outside is our metal American Flag on a pole. This is a great option, especially if you don’t already have a flag outside.

Florals:

Flowers can center a party, especially a table spread, and complete the look of a room. If you’re looking for the perfect finishing touch for Independence Day, we recommend these arrangements:

Star Spangled

An obvious choice for those really leaning into the Americana look for the 4th of July is our classic “Star Spangled” arrangement. Made of red carnations, blue dyed baby’s breath, and white daisy poms and featuring a patriotic star stick-in, it is the perfect addition to your holiday celebration.

Stars and Stripes

Another red, white and blue classic to celebrate is our “Stars and Stripes” arrangement. A patriotic tin holds a red rose, a blue hydrangea, a white football mum, alstroemeria, and red carnations to create the perfect 4th of July celebration piece. An American flag stick-in completes the arrangement and makes it pop.

Watermelon

Is it really a Fourth of July celebration without watermelon? Embrace the iconic summer fruit with our “Watermelon” arrangement featuring red carnations, white daisy, yin yang poms, and red alstromeria. The arrangement is created in a gorgeous ceramic watermelon container and completed with a rustic bow featuring a red and white gingham edge.

Country Picnic

The red and white of this arrangement make it a great choice for the Fourth of July. It has a “southern summer” charm and features a cute ladybug stick-in. It’s made up of white football mums, red carnations, and yin-yang poms. 

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Fresh Looks, Everyday: How We Refresh Our Year-Round Floral Collection

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When you think of summer, you might picture the beach, a boat, or a trail through the mountains. For us, summer means “design days”—a time to roll up our sleeves, get creative, and refresh our everyday flower lineup.

Our everyday product lineup—those go-to birthday, anniversary, thank-you, and just-because arrangements—undergoes careful review and refinement. While seasonal offerings come and go, everyday arrangements are the backbone of what we do. That’s why we take great care in keeping them current, creative, and customer-approved.

Much like our seasonal catalogs, we regularly evaluate which designs in our everyday collection are performing—and which ones need to take a final bow. An arrangement might be removed if sales have dipped or if the container is no longer available. Others are redesigned to reflect updated flower trends or color palettes.

Once we’ve determined what’s on the way out, our team gets to work dreaming up what’s next.

We draw inspiration from all corners of the floral world: new flower varieties, social media trends, gift and decor shows, trending color combinations, and even past customer favorites. If an everyday arrangement has seen strong demand in a specific season or holiday, it might be elevated into year-round rotation.

Our growers and suppliers are integral to this process. We seek out flower varieties that are not only beautiful, but available—day in and day out. We’re always testing new sources, exploring different regions, and ensuring the flowers we offer are fresh, consistent, and top-tier in quality.

This week, our designers collaborate to turn ideas into real-life arrangements, blending textures, colors, and containers to create something both beautiful and practical. These designs are then fine-tuned in a process we call “value engineering”—ensuring the final products offer both exceptional quality and fair pricing for our customers.

Once the new everyday arrangements are finalized, they’re professionally photographed and added to our year-round selection—both in-store and online in September.

And then? It’s your turn. Your orders, your reviews, and your responses help decide what earns a permanent place on our shelves. You shape the everyday lineup as much as we do.

So next time you browse our website or stop by a store, know that each arrangement has been thoughtfully chosen, tested, and tailored to brighten your everyday moments.

Flower Arrangements to Celebrate Summer

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Longer days, warmer temperatures, and fun adventures — Summer is here.

We’ve curated arrangements to help you channel Summer. Whether you love spending the summer at the beach, camping under the stars, or having picnics, we have an arrangement to complement your lifestyle.

Beach themed

Nantucket & Nantucket Deluxe

Both of these arrangements come in a blue vase, paying homage to Nantucket’s waters. The “Nantucket” arrangement holds a hydrangea, carnations, daisy poms, solidago, and baby’s breath to create a serene coastal look.

The “Nantucket Deluxe” features more color, with its striking blue delphinium, bright yellow football mums and carnations, and light green bells of Ireland.

Cape May, Popular

Who doesn’t love a day spent in Cape May, New Jersey, over the summer? This arrangement recreates a day in the coastal town with its soft orange roses, light pink carnations, and white daisy poms recreating a beach sunset. 

The blue of the delphinium and hydrangea balance out the arrangement for a full coastal vibe.

Camping themed

Campfire

The combination of orange, red, and yellow flowers creates a bonfire in a vase. The two sunflowers are the stars of the arrangement, with carnations and daisy poms completing the look. Let this arrangement transport you to your favorite camping destination without leaving the comfort of home.

Picnic themed

Watermelon

This arrangement celebrates the fruit of the summer. A watermelon container holds an arrangement featuring red carnations, red alstroemeria, white daisy poms, yin yang poms, and daisy breath to match the colors of this summer treat. A rustic bow with a red and white gingham border completes the Americana summer look.

Country Picnic

Aptly named, County Picnic aims to recreate the feeling of spending summer days outside with a red and white theme made from football mums, carnations, and more. It includes a ladybug stick-in to complete the summer look.

Peach Blossom

Pass the pitcher of peach sweet tea, please! This sunny arrangement is made in an orange cement watering can featuring flower designs – something unique to place on your kitchen table this summer.

It contains three peach roses, cushion poms, and mini carnations to create a soft look.

To see our full summer-inspired arrangements, visit the collection here: Summer Selections

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

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Father’s Day is this weekend, and if you haven’t sorted out dad’s gifts yet, we’re here to help. This guide has suggestions for the different “types” of dads to help you find the gift that matches them perfectly.

The Sweet Tooth

These gift ideas are for the one who was always stealing your Halloween candy as “dad tax”.

Our “Chocolate Lover” gift basket is great for the dad with a sweet tooth. It comes with a variety of chocolate treats, including some from local companies, that are sure to satisfy Dad’s candy craving. 

The “Chocolate & Mug Gift Set” is also perfect for the dad who can’t get enough chocolate. Plus, it comes with a mug for dad to enjoy his coffee or tea.

If dad likes chocolate but is looking for smaller portions, Asher’s Chocolate Company’s bag of Milk Chocolate Pretzels is a great option. It’s the perfect mixture of sweet and salty!

The Green Thumb

Is your dad also a plant dad? Add to his houseplant collection with our “Retro Succulents” dish garden. The plants are easy to care for and the sleek design of the container will look great on Dad’s desk.

If you’re looking for a more unique plant, our wide selection of “Proven Winners” plants have something for everyone, from trendy Monsteras to unique Ficus plants.

The Tea Connoisseur

Does Dad start his day with a cup of tea instead of coffee? Indulge Dad’s taste with a box of “Tea Forte tea”. We carry multiple varieties of their boxed collections, each containing a vast array of different types of teas. 

There’s something for every taste, and maybe dad will find his new favorite flavor.

The Flower Admirer

Repeat after us – Men deserve flowers too! Dad is always giving the flowers, but has he ever received any?

Surprise him with a bouquet of his own for Father’s Day! Some of our favorite arrangements include:

The Snacker

If your dad has a snack stash, help him fill it with one of our snack baskets. They also make great gifts for those who like a little something while watching a movie or the big game.

Our snack baskets come in different sizes corresponding to how many treats are included. They each come with a variety of salty snacks, savory items, name-brand chocolate goodies, and at least two bottles of something to drink.

You can view the full Father’s Day gift collection here: Father’s Day Gift Collection

Did you know June is National Rose Month?

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The United States’ national flower, the rose, is celebrated in the month of June with National Rose Month. 

Why is National Rose Month celebrated?

Rose Month was started in 1959 as part of an effort to make the rose the national flower of the United States. According to the Nashville Rose Society (NRS), it wasn’t until November 29, 1986 that the idea came to fruition when President Ronald Reagan declared the rose to be the National Floral Emblem of the United States.

NRS notes that June was specifically chosen as the month to honor the rose because that is when the flower is in peak bloom.

All about roses

The most popular rose color is red, but roses naturally come in white, pink, purple, yellow, orange, and green too. There are also many engineered and painted colors for roses, but these are the only colors that naturally occur in roses.

For a full dive into the “meanings” associated with each rose color, read our previous blog here: What Different Color Roses Mean

History

The importance of roses dates back to Greek and Roman times. According to Iowa State University, rose petals were used as confetti for special events and parties in Rome. The people of Rome also hung up roses during certain meetings to symbolize that the information shared was privy only to those in attendance.

Romans also used roses in their everyday lives, placing the petals on their floors and in their baths.

However, China became the first country to cultivate roses, beginning in 551-479 BC, according to Iowa State University.

Later, Lady Mary Wortley Montague helped to solidify roses’ popularity in culture during the Victorian era in England. According to Time, Lady Montague misunderstood a Turkish tradition, which resulted in her assigning meaning to flowers. Her interpretation caught on, and Charlotte de Latour from France published the book “Langage des fleurs” based on it which romanticized the rose.

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Royer’s Flowers and Gifts is preparing to serve Central Pennsylvania for Mother’s Day

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We hosted our media day event for Mother’s Day on Friday, May 2, giving a behind-the-scenes look at the work that goes into preparing for a huge floral holiday.

“We’ll do about 20,000 arrangements in a two-week period or so,” said Geoff Royer, Royer’s Flowers and Gifts Vice President of Production and Product Development. “Some of those get made in central design and the rest get made in the store.”

Royer said that for major floral holidays, Valentine’s Day is of course the biggest day with Christmas being the busiest month, but Mother’s Day is typically the busiest week.

Mother’s Day is unique however because there isn’t a specific popular flower people seek out like there is with roses and Valentine’s Day.

“For Mother’s Day we do a lot of hydrangeas, but it’s more of a mixed flower holiday,” Royer said. “We’ll do some roses and things like that, but most of the arrangements we make are combinations of different flowers.”

Mother’s Day is also when we offer our annual flower pots and hanging baskets. The weather begins to warm up enough for these plants to thrive just in time for the holiday. Royer offered some tips for those who will be getting these plants or those who might receive one as a gift.

“They like to be watered, but you don’t want to overwater them because they kind of rot,” Royer said. “I always water hanging baskets by weight, so if they feel like they’re pretty heavy they’re probably ok. If they feel like they’re light as a feather, you’re going to want to water them.” 

For the patio pots, Royer said he uses the soil as an indicator of whether they need to be watered.“The patio pots you can kind of look at and see,” Royer said. “If the top of the soil is 9starting to turn like a cocoa-colored brown then sometimes they need water. On really hot days, sometimes the smaller containers are going to need to be watered twice.” 

Royer said that the annuals are great plants to get now because they will last most of the summer until the temperature starts to reach 90 and 100 degrees. However, he noted that some of our annual plants are heat resistant and can last all throughout the summer.

Royer also highlighted the popularity of our direct ship option during the holiday due to many people living far from their mothers.

“Our direct ship option is a really good tool for people to use because they see what they’re going to get, they get Royer’s product and it goes right to their mom,” Royer said.

Behind Geoff at media day were the many Royer’s workers busy arranging and boxing flowers to prepare for the holiday weekend. They were busy trimming roses and placing hydrangeas to make sure each customer received a beautiful bouquet to celebrate the special day. 

Thanks to their hard work and dedication, we will be ready to serve the Central Pennsylvania community and help celebrate everything moms do.

We will be open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. from May 8-10 and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 11 for Mother’s Day.

What is “May Day”?

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A vertical shot of a traditional English maypole dancing at CountryFile Live, Woodstock, England

May Day, celebrated on May 1, dates back to ancient times but is still celebrated across many cultures.

It was originally an acknowledgment of the halfway point between the spring equinox and summer solstice, according to The Farmer’s Almanac. Festivals were held featuring songs, dances, and bonfires. People also decorated doors with yellow May Flowers.

Some of these traditions carried over from England, where the holiday has a long history. In England, children danced around a maypole with colorful ribbons and flowers were a huge part of the celebrations. People gathered wildflowers and created hair garlands and floral hoops before crowning a May king and queen.

Originally, the ancient Celts used a living tree from the woods as a maypole, praying for their crops’ fertility, according to The Farmer’s Almanac.

All villages in the Middle Ages had maypoles and would compete to see who had the tallest or best maypole.

Why is it not as popular in America?

May Day was considered promiscuous by the Puritans in New England and was considered pagan, so they forbade people to celebrate it. 

In the 19th century, however, colleges started celebrating May Day with a maypole dance and festivals. Interest again declined and now the Maypole dance is mostly done by children as a fun spring activity.

How flowers play a role in May Day

As noted, flowers are used frequently in May Day celebrations. One tradition, which is still honored by some today, is the making and gifting of a May Basket.

The tradition has changed some, with most people using it as a reason to give someone flowers, but initially, it was a gift and a game. According to the Farmer’s Almanac,  In the 19th and 20th centuries children or those who were “courting” someone would drop the basket at the recipient’s door, knock and yell “May basket!” and run away. 

The recipient would then chase the gifter and if caught they were owed a kiss.

Traditionally, the “baskets” were cones made t of paper and filled with wildflowers. Some people now give actual baskets with flowers, seeds, baked cookies, and other small presents to celebrate the holiday.

May Day is a time to embrace spring and all the beauty that comes with it, including flowers. Whether you choose to give a May Basket or to simply add more color, flowers, and spring elements into your day we hope you take the time to enjoy the freshness of this time of year.

Gift Ideas for Administrative Professionals Week

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Administrative Professionals keep the world turning and they deserve to be recognized for their hard work. 

Administrative Professionals Week, recognized every year during the last full week in April, is a time to thank those in your organization who provide administrative support. It will be celebrated April 20-26 this year with April 23 being Administrative Professionals Day.

Who are Administrative Professionals?

These workers should be celebrated during Administrative Professionals Week:

  • Receptionists
  • Secretaries
  • Administrative Assistants
  • Executive Assistants
  • Personal Assistants
  • Customer Support

Gift Ideas for Administrative Professionals:

It is important to acknowledge their contributions to you and your company. Consider one of these thoughtful gifts as a way to say “thanks”:

Flowers

Flowers are a great way to say “thank you”. If you’re not sure which are appropriate to gift, we’ve compiled a list of suggestions to help you make your choice:

Snacks

Contribute to their snack drawer to show a token of your thanks. 

We have multiple snack baskets that are always a great gift idea filled with an array of goodies so there’s something for every taste. Our “Chocolate & Mug Gift Set” is a wonderful two-in-one option – they get tasty candy and something to put their morning coffee in!

A Mug with Tea

If the administrative professional in your life is a tea drinker, put together a mini tea-lovers gift basket. Surprise them with a new mug and a box or two of tea. 

We offer a wide selection of Tea Forte tea collections. Each box contains multiple different flavors of tea so your recipient will have options.

A Plant

Plants make great gifts, especially if your recipient has a green thumb. Even if they don’t, there are plenty of low-maintenance plants that make a beautiful addition to any space.

We recommend considering these plants to gift for Administrative Professionals Week:

Easter Pet Safety

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Easter is such a fun time of year; easter egg hunts, chocolate, and flowers everywhere. We want to make sure that Easter is just as fun for your furry friends, so we’re sharing some tips to keep them safe from the Easter hazards.

Flower Safety

There are many flowers that are safe for pets, but some traditional Easter flowers can be dangerous. 

Keep an extra eye on your pets if you choose to have these Easter flowers in your home:

  • Lilies (Kidney injury and gastrointestinal upset in cats)
  • Peace Lily (Toxic to dogs and cats)
  • Tulip (Toxic to dogs, cats and horses)
  • Amaryllis (Toxic to dogs, cats and horses)
  • Daffodil (Toxic to dogs, cats and horses)
  • Daisy (Toxic to dogs and cats)
  • Carnation (Toxic to dogs, cats and horses)
  • Iris (Toxic to dogs, cats and horses)

A full list of plants toxic to pets can be found at ASPCA.org.

Having these flowers in your home is fine, even with pets, as long as you take precautions to keep your furry friends away from them.

Place the flowers in a location you know your pet can’t possibly reach. If there is a room your pets aren’t allowed, that could be the perfect place for them. In most cases, keeping these flowers on your table should be safe as long as you know your pet won’t jump on the table.

According to the ASPCA, Easter Cacti are non-toxic to pets and are a good option if you are worried you won’t be able to keep your pets away from your Easter plants.

Chocolate

Chocolate is a year-round danger to pets, but with the enhanced accessibility of chocolate at holidays, like Easter, it’s important to take extra precautions during celebrations. If you have young children, be sure they don’t leave any half-eaten chocolate or chocolate-covered wrappers in a location that your pets can access.

Consider asking the Easter Bunny to leave any Easter baskets with chocolate surprises out of reach of the pets too.

According to the ASPCA, chocolate causes issues with pets’ gastrointestinal system, pancreatitis, and nervous system issues such as seizures and an elevation in heart rate. The darker the chocolate the more toxic it is for pets. Consider steering clear of dark chocolate in any Easter baskets for an extra precaution.

Plastic Grass

When making your Easter baskets skip the plastic grass. Besides being environmentally unfriendly, it is very dangerous for pets. The plastic can get lodged in their throat and if they don’t choke on it they will have serious issues such as vomiting and diarrhea when swallowed, according to the ASPCA.

Line your basket with an alternate item, like tissue paper or a small blanket, or skip the lining altogether.

Fertilizer and herbicides

The ASPCA also notes that since gardening and lawn maintenance typically begins around Easter weekend it’s important to remember that pets should not have access to fertilizers and herbicides.

Store them in a place your pets will never be, like a locked shed that is off-limits. When these products are used, be sure your pets are inside. If your pets go outside, be sure the items have been watered or dried based on the manufacturer’s instructions. Even then, do your best to keep your pets away from the area it was used. Consider fencing off the area if it is a garden to ensure your pets can’t get to it.

If you follow the proper precautions and monitor your pet, both you and your pets can have a happy and safe Easter.

*Remember to always speak to a licensed veterinarian for advice on what is best for your pet. If you believe your pet has ingested something harmful, seek veterinarian assistance immediately and/or call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435

Best Practices for Caring for Houseplants

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International Plant Appreciation Day is April 13 and is the perfect time to refresh your plant parent skills and make sure you are correctly caring for your houseplants. 

Are your plants getting enough water? Too much or too little sunlight? Did they get neglected during the winter months? 

We’re here to help.

Guide to caring for houseplants

Water correctly

Each plant has different watering needs. Watering all plants at one time is not ideal – it’s important to pay attention to your plant to determine if it needs watering. Be sure to research your specific plant to determine how regularly it needs watering, but a good way to test most plants is by placing your finger in the soil. If the top inch is dry, it likely needs water.

Be sure not to give a plant too much water. This can cause root rot. Water only until the soil feels damp, but not overly saturated. 

Also, be sure to water only on the soil and not on plant leaves. Doing so can increase a plant’s risk of sunburn.

This is the “traditional” way of watering plants. However, you can also place your plant in a tray with water and let the roots drink up how much water they want/need. Which method you should use depends on your plant type and your preference.

Ensure the correct sun exposure

Every plant has unique light requirements, however, most indoor plants prefer having bright, indirect light. This means placing them in a spot that will receive sun, but not directly, for 6-8 hours a day.

If your home doesn’t have any good spots for getting natural light, you can invest in LED growing lights. Plants will need to be in this light source for 16-18 hours a day if they are receiving no natural light.

In the warmer months, especially summer, be careful with how much exposure your plants get to the sun. Don’t place any plants in or near a south-facing window during the summer as they can get burnt.

Regulate temperature & humidity

A typical house plant’s ideal temperature is about 75°F. The most important component with temperature, however, is keeping the area where your plant is housed within a consistent temperature range.

Don’t place plants where they can get a draft or receive direct heat – so avoid placement near windows that are frequently opened, doors, vents and heaters.

As for humidity, most plants, especially tropical ones, prefer 40-50% humidity. There are a couple of ways you can increase the humidity in your plant’s environment:

  • Buy a humidifier and place it near your plants
  • Keep plants clustered together – the water evaporating from the soil will increase the humidity around all of the plants.
  • Place plants on trays with pebbles and water – The water will evaporate and increase the humidity around the plant.

Fertilize

Fertilizer isn’t just for your outdoor garden. In the warmer months, regularly give fertilizer to your houseplants according to the instructions on your specific fertilizer and the type of plant(s) you have.

Keep plants clean

Houses get dusty and there can be a lot of unseen particles in the air. Dusty/dirty leaves can block a plant from getting the necessary sunlight. 

To clean them, regularly wipe their leaves with a damp paper towel.

Lookout for pests

While you are cleaning your plants, keep an eye out for any bugs. Check the leaves and stems thoroughly to ensure there are none hiding. If you see any, immediately remove them either directly, with a stream of water, or by wiping them off.

Penn State Extension offers guidance on how to identify which common houseplant pest problem you might be dealing with HERE.

Repot when needed

Has your plant outgrown its container? If your plant looks crowded in its pot, don’t be afraid to repot it to a bigger container. Spring, when plants are actively growing and no longer dormant, is the best time to repot plants. 

When repotting your plant, carefully remove the plant and its roots and place in a new, clean container with fresh soil. Immediately water the plant to help it with its acclimation process.

Consider moving houseplants outside

Once the threat of frost, freezing temperatures, and snow has passed, it is a great time to send your plants on vacation. Even though placing your houseplants outside exposes them to more elements out of your control, it can be good for your plants who have been “cooped up” all winter. 

Be sure to bring your plants back inside before it gets too hot!

If you follow these steps, you can have a happy and thriving indoor jungle!