Flowers Make Great Valentine’s Gifts for Him

A new version of this blog can be found here. Romance is in the air in Fort Worth, which means Valentine’s Day is almost here! If you’re not sure what to get your husband or boyfriend for Valentine’s Day… Read More about Flowers Make Great Valentine’s Gifts for Him »

Celebrate the Week of Valentine’s Day with an Early Floral Delivery

Store shelves are filling up with teddy bears and heart-shaped chocolate boxes, which means Valentine’s Day is nearly here. This year, February 14th falls on a Friday, which makes it the perfect opportunity for extending… Read More about Celebrate the Week of Valentine’s Day with an Early Floral Delivery »

How to Dry Flowers Fast

Traditionally, flowers are dried by tying their stems with string and hanging them upside down. While this method yields beautiful, life-like results, it will take several days for the flowers to dry completely. At… Read More about How to Dry Flowers Fast »

Five Perfect Plants for Winter in Fort Worth

When you think of flowers and plants, you also probably think about spring and summer. In Texas, however, winter can be a great growing season, too! When it comes to choosing favorite plants for winter, Fort Worth’s mild winters provide… Read More about Five Perfect Plants for Winter in Fort Worth »

Include the Traditional Symbolism of Holly

As the holidays approach, we begin to see traditions we hold to crop up everywhere we look. From carols we sing and cookies we bake to how we decorate our homes and businesses, the holiday season brings out traditions that we value. The holly plant is a huge part of that traditional feel. It has been a symbol of Christmas for centuries, but did you know it was also used in winter celebrations during pre-Christian times? Ancient civilizations held holly in high esteem. Here, the floral experts at Gordon Boswell Flowers want to show you why the holly plant, December’s birth “flower,” has made such an impact for some many centuries. We’ll also show you some great ways to include it in your decor this season. Read More about Include the Traditional Symbolism of Holly »

Our Experts’ 5 Favorite Flowers

Flowers say a lot about who we are. The flowers we love most reflect our personalities and give us insight into how others see us, as well. If you don’t yet have a favorite flower, we highly recommend exploring different types of flowers until you find one that simply speaks to you. Choosing flowers for friends and loved ones can take on a whole new meaning when you discover their favorite flowers and what those mean.  Read More about Our Experts’ 5 Favorite Flowers »

Give Epic Hostess Gifts this Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to enjoy friends and family, eat your favorite traditional holiday foods, and reflect on everything you’re thankful for. If this year is not your turn to host Thanksgiving, and you get to arrive as a guest instead, count yourself blessed, but also realize you still have some responsibility. It’s unacceptable to show up empty-handed, so make sure you have a thoughtful hostess gift in hand when you step into your host’s home. Read More about Give Epic Hostess Gifts this Thanksgiving »

Design a Fall-Worthy Front Porch

When decorating for a new season, don’t forget to include your front porch. The beauty and style you showcase on your front porch will be a great inspiration to others and an inviting welcome to guests. You’ll feel renewed and refreshed as you go into the new season. The floral designers at Gordon Boswell Flowers have some great tips and ideas about how to decorate your front porch for fall. Try out a few on your porch for a festive fall season. We want to help you make the most of fall this year. Read More about Design a Fall-Worthy Front Porch »

Trick or Treat Smell My Flowers – Not Feet!

October has arrived, and Halloween will be upon us soon! Many people are excitedly making preparations for the big haunt by stocking up on candy, decorating their front yards, and picking out costumes. Others have already begun celebrating with scary… Read More about Trick or Treat Smell My Flowers – Not Feet! »

Choose and Send Meaningful Get-Well Blooms: a How-To Guide

When someone you know or love is in the hospital, you want to let them know you care for them, you’re thinking of them and you’re cheering them on to a speedy recovery. A great way to send these messages is with a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Flowers are known to cheer and brighten spirits like none other and they can convey the perfect message. But with so many flowers to choose from, how do you know which are the best get-well flowers?  Read More about Choose and Send Meaningful Get-Well Blooms: a How-To Guide »