Get out your yard headstones and hang the ghosts from the trees—Halloween is here, and it’s time to decorate!
Neubauer’s Flowers is frightfully happy to offer you some floral treats to make the most of your Halloween, and we think one in particular hits all the marks: it’s cute, it’s spooky and it’s full of beautiful blooms. Oh and it’s well lit, too.
We’re lucky here in Pennsylvania–Sweetest Day isn’t celebrated everywhere else in the country. Started in Cleveland in the early 1920s, this was a day designed by a group of candy makers who, well, wanted to sell candy. But the idea caught on, and soon communities across the midwest were exchanging chocolates and candies of all stripes with their sweethearts and loved ones. Held on October 20, Neubauer’s Flowers thinks this is one sweet occasion–pardon the pun. We see it as fall’s Valentine’s Day, a time to give our favorite people a special treat and to remind them that we love them.
Here at Neubauer’s Flowers, we’re proud to be celebrating the contributions of the Latin American world this National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15. One of our favorite ways to do that is by highlighting the rich deposits Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and the Americas have made to the floral landscape. The flowers and plants that are native to these regions of the world have enriched our homes and work spaces. They have been a part of our personal occasions, milestone events and most meaningful moments. They have given us color, life and a peek into the diverse cultures of Latin America.
Fall is a wonderful time to reevaluate our decor. It’s the moment to make use of richer, more luxe fabrics and colors, and Neubauer’s Flowers can certainly speak to that when it comes to flowers. One of the best ways to introduce some rich, textural appeal to your personal space is to update and refresh your entertaining areas with beautiful new flowers.
Often caring for something smaller or more delicate than ourselves can become an act of self-care when we realize how much we benefit from it. Bringing home a new plant, giving it the proper amount of sunshine and water, and tending to it as it grows are all ways to find yourself becoming more in tune with nature and in turn, yourself. Learning about yourself and becoming inspired by the care you give to something else can benefit your health and well-being in multiple ways. The floral experts at Neubauer’s Flowers know how important plant care can be in maintaining an overall healthy lifestyle.
Special occasions or eventful moments in our lives are often made more meaningful when we mark them as such. Retirement parties, for instance, are a great way to celebrate the years of service and hard work a person has achieved, while wishing them well on their new adventure in retirement. It also helps make the transition from one role to another a little easier. The floral experts at Neubauer’s Flowers suggest sending or bringing flowers to your next retirement party to celebrate the guest of honor, wish them well, and let them know they’ll be missed.
Some of the best things come from some of the most unexpected places. Take Neubauer’s Flowers for example. We started out growing plants in greenhouses in West Virginia before including floral design. Another great idea that came out of West Virginia is Grandparents Day. This special day was started by West Virginia native Marian McQuade with three purposes in mind: to honor grandparents, to give them an opportunity to show love for their children’s children, and to help children become aware of the strength, information and guidance older people can offer. This September, fulfill these purposes and build relationships with a gorgeous arrangement from Neubauer’s Flowers.
A burst of white against deep, rich hues can be the fresh twist your decorating needs. Adding all-white floral arrangements to a solid, dark-colored room brings a fresh contrast that will off-set the heavy colors and fabrics. Lend texture and sophistication to a stately room by using a bouquet of flowers of all one shade. White makes a statement and can showcase fragrance, texture and style that might be missed or overshadowed in a bouquet of mixed colors. The floral experts at Neubauer’s Flowers have created amazing designs that will leave you craving more white in your decorating pallet.
“The best things in life are free… but you can give them to the birds and bees…” -The Flying Lizzards
We think the best things in life- natural beauty, a fresh garden, beautiful smiles- are free and so enjoyable when you are purposeful about them. Enjoying farm-fresh flowers, fruits and vegetables in your own backyard is right near the top of the list. Bring birds, bees and other delightful creatures to your garden with brightly colored blooms, simple, single-petal flowers, fresh water and a bit of shade. Neubauer’s Flowers encourages you to add bee-friendly blooms and remove toxic pesticides as a recipe for success when creating a safe, natural environment right in your backyard.
When it comes to decorating your home, certain rooms are designed to showcase your amazing personality and unique sense of style. Formal living rooms, for example, can have a dramatic flair that truly reveals who you are to your guests. Special artwork, memorabilia from your travels, or your rare book collection will find a home in a room like this. Neubauer’s Flowers recommends including a gorgeous arrangement of flowers to soften the ambiance yet reflect your style at the same time.