A few weeks ago, we had the immense pleasure of introducing you to our 2023 Ambassador scholarship recipients – the first members of this year’s Ambassador team, and today we are thrilled to share the whole team with you! You may recall, from the previous post, that some words that came to mind, as we…
There is nothing quite like the joy of giving someone a bouquet of flowers for the simple purpose of sharing kindness. If you’ve ever given away flowers-you know exactly the overwhelming feeling of joy and warmth/contentment/satisfaction. And if you’ve ever grown a garden of any kind, yo’u’ve experienced first hand the rich rewards of getting…
If there’s anything better than one dahlia bloom, it’s two dahlia blooms. Or three. Or four. While often prized for their stunning colors and uniquely shaped blooms, dahlias also happen to be one of the most productive plants you can add to your cut flower garden. The trick to maxmizing the number of blooms? Pinching….
Whether you’re sadly surveying the a empty garden that has yet to have a seed planted in it, or mourning all the seedlings that lost their lives to slugs/bugs/the neighbor cat’s digging/extreme weather, it can feel defeating to arrive at the peak months of summer and not see any hope of bloom in your cut…
As the holiday season draws near, isn’t it the perfect time to sprinkle a little extra kindness and joy into the world? We’ve found a delightful way to do just that with our little ones—through the magic of creating holiday floral arrangements. Picture this: a cozy family night, not a screen in sight. Christmas music…
Life can get hectic, but sharing kindness through flowers doesn’t have to take hours. Even with a busy schedule, there are creative ways to spread joy with your blooms. Whether you’re managing a flower farm or tending a vibrant garden, here are five easy ways to give flowers when you’re pressed for time: Give Two:…
The Power of Kindness Through our experiences with the Holiday Cheer Campaign, we’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of kindness. It’s not just about the flowers or the gifts; it’s about the connection, the empathy, and the positive impact we can have on others. We’ve seen the joy on the faces of recipients, the gratitude…
Every year, we have the profound honor of awarding the Amber Bell Scholarship to a Growing Kindness Ambassador who embodies Amber’s legacy of generosity, resilience, and the unwavering desire to share kindness—no matter the challenges they face. Amber Bell was a beloved member of our Growing Kindness Ambassador Team, known for her boundless spirit of…
The start of the school year brings bright bulletin board displays, new school supplies, shiny floors, and clean desks. The set-up of a classroom is pretty, but for the best learning environment, the first six weeks of school are a time to slowly weave social-emotional learning into the day, establish connections with students, build a…
Sometimes the hardest part of giving is just knowing where to begin. You’ve gathered your flowers, printed your bouquet tags, and you’re ready to share some beauty and kindness—but then you pause.Who do I give to? Where do I go? What if I don’t know someone who needs this? Here’s the beautiful truth: you don’t…