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Hong Kong Best Christmas Hampers
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Not sure what to give that business associate for Christmas? Or that estranged Aunt that’s coming over for Christmas dinner? How about the men in your life that are always ...
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posted: 12-12-2018 |
Perfect Christmas Flower Arrangements
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Christmas is such a colourful and festive time of year, especially in Hong Kong, so what better way to bring some festive cheer to your office, ...
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posted: 12-14-2018 |
Christmas Traditions in Hong Kong
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More than 160 countries from around the world celebrate Christmas, including Hong Kong. How did Christmas come to Hong Kong and how is it currently celebrated to ...
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posted: 12-18-2018 |
Best Christmas Baskets and Flower Arrangements to Send Internationally
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If you’re an expat living in Hong Kong, chances are you have a lot of family and friends that live in different countries. If you’re not travelling over the Christmas ...
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posted: 12-20-2018 |
Best Gifts and Flower Arrangements to Bring to Christmas Dinner
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Ahhh Christmas, one of the best times of the year! In Western traditions, Christmas is an important time to spend with family and close friends and usually invol ...
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posted: 12-26-2018 |
What are the differences between Western New Year and Chinese New Year?
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Celebrating the New Year is a practice that many countries around the world celebrate in one form or another. Despite the differences in origin and in practice, ...
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posted: 01-07-2019 |
Hong Kong Chinese New Year Gift Giving Customs, New Year Traditions and Celebrations
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Chinese New Year is the most significant holiday for people in Hong Kong, making it one of the most beautiful and exciting times to be in the region. From firewo ...
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posted: 01-22-2019 |
Mouth-Watering Chinese New Year Eats
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It wouldn’t be Chinese New Year without an abundance of food to ring in prosperity for the coming year but if you’re not familiar with the tradition ...
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posted: 01-22-2019 |
Fun-Facts: 12 Animals of the Chinese Zodiac
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There is a lot of speculation about the origins of the Chinese Zodiac and when exactly they appeared. It is a known fact that they have been popular since the Ta ...
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posted: 01-24-2019 |
The Best Gifts for Chinese New Year
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Chinese New Year is just around the corner and if you’re in Hong Kong you know that this is one of the biggest festivities of year. Red décor and ta ...
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posted: 01-28-2019 |
All About the Lion Dance
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The lion dance is one of the most popular sights to see in Hong Kong as well as one of the most iconic and traditional. The lion dance has been an integral part ...
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posted: 02-01-2019 |
The History and Care of the Bonsai Tree
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History
While most people associate the bonsai tree with Japan did you know that these tiny trees wer ...
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posted: 02-18-2019 |
Finding the Right Flowers for Your Business
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Flowers have a way making any space feel more welcoming and enticing. They’re colourful, comforting, and smell divine, which is ...
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posted: 02-21-2019 |
Language & Meaning of Flowers
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Floriography, the language of flowers, is a method of communication through the arrangement of flowers. Floriography gained massive interest back in the Victoria ...
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posted: 03-05-2019 |
Flowers Native to Hong Kong
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Hong Kong has a unique environment with its sub-tropical climate making it a perfect home for a variety of plant and
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posted: 03-08-2019 |
Memorial and Commemorative Funeral Flowers
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Death is unfortunate part of our lives and holding a funeral is an important way to help deal with the grief of a loved one, to remember them, and to find closure and peace in th ...
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posted: 03-13-2019 |
Best Birthday Gifts for Milestone Birthdays
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Birthdays should always be celebrated but some birthdays are just bigger, bette ...
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posted: 03-18-2019 |
Flower Delivery for Every Occasion
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Flowers can make anyone’s day better, especially when they’re fresh, colourful and carefully arranged by an expertposted: 03-22-2019 |
Spring Flowers to Brighten Any Space
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Spring really is the best time of year, especially in Hong Kong. The weather warms to a perfect picnic-weather temperature and theposted: 03-29-2019 |
Festive Easter Gifts - food baskets and flowers presents
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Spring is here! Which means that Easter is just around the corner. Easter is a favourite holiday amo ...
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posted: 04-04-2019 |
Thoughtful Mother’s Day Quotes
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Most of us wouldn’t be who we are today without the love and special care provided to us by our mothers. posted: 04-16-2019 |
How to Write the Perfect Flower Message
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Flowers are a wonderful way to express your feelings and thoughts. So you reach out to your florist
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posted: 04-26-2019 |
Spring and Summer Wedding Flower Arrangements
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Engaged? Congratulations! Spring is here with summer just around the corner meaning that wedding season has begun. As the big day approaches, you’ll have your colour scheme ...
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posted: 05-16-2019 |
The Best Grand Opening Stands
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If you’ve ever walked down a street in Hong Kong it’s hard to miss the occasional large and beautiful flower ...
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posted: 05-16-2019 |
Best Luxury Gifts for Her
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Looking for that special ‘wow’ factor-gift for a special woman in your life? You can’t go wrong with something ...
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posted: 05-20-2019 |
Thoughtful and Professional Corporate Gifts
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Corporate gifts are a great way to solidify any business relationship. Whether that’s to say thank ...
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posted: 05-23-2019 |
20 of the Best Father’s Day Quotes
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Father’s make powerful impressions in our lives whether it’s though wisdom, wit, tact, or humour so it’s important to recognize the dads in your life this
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posted: 06-04-2019 |
Father’s Day Gifts and Flowers
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Father’s Day is coming! Already given more than your fair share of socks and ties to the dads in your life? Why don’t you surprise them with somethin ...
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posted: 06-06-2019 |
How to Make Your Flowers Last Longer
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Fresh cut flowers have a way of making any room more pleasant and enjoyable with their lively fragrance and ...
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posted: 06-19-2019 |
What Flower is Associated with your Birth Month?
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Did you know that there is a special flower associated with the month that you were born? The practice comes from f ...
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posted: 06-25-2019 |
Inside The Kerry Hotel
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The Kerry Hotel is a five-star hotel located on the shoreline of the beautiful Hung Hom Bay. The ...
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posted: 07-05-2019 |
Flowers and Gifts for the New Graduate
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From kindergarten to university, each new graduate has earned the praise of their family and peers for their hard work and efforts. Graduation is one big step for the student as ...
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posted: 07-08-2019 |
How to Repurpose Your Bridal Bouquet
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Flowers are an essential and focal part of any wedding décor as they set the scene for each ...
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posted: 07-11-2019 |
Rose Guide: 10 Rose Colours and Their Meanings
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Roses are red and violets are…. Wait! Roses aren’t just red! Some one should ...
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posted: 07-17-2019 |
What Types of Roses do Florists Use?
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Did you know that there are over 150 species of roses and thousands of different hybrids? With that many t ...
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posted: 07-22-2019 |
The Best Edible Flowers to Add to your Next Meal
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I bet you’ve never thought about adding some Flowers to your dinner but there are a few scrumptious varieti ...
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posted: 08-12-2019 |
Suitable Occasions to Buy and Give Flowers from Flower Shop
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What sorts of occasions deserve a trip to your local floral shop? posted: 08-13-2019 |
Popular Flower Shop Materials Used By Florists
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Flower bouquets are truly works of art. Florists use their creativity and knowledge to cra ...
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posted: 08-14-2019 |
Auspicious Chinese Flowers and Their Meanings
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Chinese culture is rich in symbolism and meaning and flowers have played a large part in communicating these meaning ...
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posted: 08-21-2019 |
How to Open a Flower Shop in Hong Kong
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So you want to open a flower shop in Hong Kong? Great! If you’ve got a love ...
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posted: 09-09-2019 |
Back to School Flower Arrangements
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While it still may feel like summer outside, September is inevitably back to school season. That doesn’t mean that summer flowers can’t continue to b ...
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posted: 09-23-2019 |
Florist’s Top Summer Flowers With Brilliant Colours
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Ahhhh summer, one of the very best seasons for extravagant and colourful flowers. What better way to decorate your ...
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posted: 09-27-2019 |
Breathe Better! Top 7 Plants and Flowers for Better Indoor Air Quality
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On the smoggy days in Hong Kong it’s best to stay inside but our indoor air quality is often compromised too with poor circulation, chemical cleaners, and dirty air conditi ...
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posted: 10-08-2019 |
10 Unique Flower Bouquet Fillers
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Flower fillers are the backbone of any good flower bouquet and while they may not be the m ...
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posted: 10-16-2019 |
Carnation Colours and Their Meaning
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Sweet and simple, carnations are a flower shop staple for a reason. This popular and versatile ...
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posted: 10-18-2019 |
Flower Facts: All About Lilies
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Next to roses, lilies are one of the most recognisable and loved flowers around the ...
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posted: 10-21-2019 |
Flower Facts: The Magic Flower – All About Hydrangeas
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Hydrangeas really are something special as their large and colourful blooms make them impossible not to love. It’s not just their appearance that makes them special either ...
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posted: 10-28-2019 |
How to Pick a Quality Wine
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It’s one thing to have an expert on hand at a restaurant to consult on wine selection, especially when you&rsqu ...
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posted: 10-30-2019 |
Fall, Thanksgiving, and Halloween Inspired Flower Arrangements
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Autumn is one of the best times of year in Hong Kong, the weather is cooler and the humidity is down but it’s still warm enough to enjoy. While autumn may not be as dramati ...
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posted: 10-31-2019 |
Fun Flower Facts I Bet You Didn't Know
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Not only are flowers vivacious, colourful and a delight to the senses, they’re also extremely fascinating. The ...
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posted: 11-04-2019 |
The China, Beach, and Multiflora Rose; What’s the Difference?
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These three types of wild roses, the China Rose, Beach Rose and Multiflora Rose, are native to Asia but have b ...
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posted: 11-06-2019 |
The Best Sweets and Treats to Gift in Hong Kong
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Everyone has a sweet tooth so when it comes to gift giving, you can’t go wrong with sweets, treats, cakes, and chocolate. No ...
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posted: 11-11-2019 |
Flower Facts: All About Orchids
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Orchids are both beautiful and mysterious and have a long history of being revered among flower enthusiasts, florists, and garden ...
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posted: 11-15-2019 |
How To Choose The Perfect Flower Shop
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So you need some flowers? Perhaps it’s for a big event like a wedding in which you need the perfect ...
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posted: 11-18-2019 |
Popular Fruits for Gift Giving in Hong Kong
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Gift giving with fruit basket in Hong Kong is a long standing tradition and is entwined within Chine ...
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posted: 11-20-2019 |
Sympathy Flower Etiquette: How to Express Sympathy with Flowers
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Death and loss are one of the universal truths that connect every single person on this planet. However, it’s still hard to know what to say or ...
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posted: 11-22-2019 |
The Most Popular Flowers Used in Flower Shops
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There are literally thousands of flower types and varieties in existence but there are a select few that remain po ...
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posted: 11-28-2019 |
A Guide to Gift Giving in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong is wonderful place to live with customs, cultures, and people from all around the world. This unique blend of traditional Chinese and imported
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posted: 12-02-2019 |
Celebrity Wedding Flower Arrangements
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With their money and fame, celebrities have a way of making even the most extravagant events even more lavish. Especially weddings! With wedding planners and floral experts at th ...
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posted: 12-04-2019 |
Christmas Greetings and Messages for Family and Friends
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Christmas is coming! You know what that means?! That’s right, Christmas gifts, Christmas decora ...
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posted: 12-11-2019 |
Popular Christmas Flowers and their Meanings
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Christmas is celebrated in many ways around the world but one thing that is consistent is the integration of some form of Christmas flower or déco ...
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posted: 12-12-2019 |
Winter Flowers to Warm the Home
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Winter in Hong Kong is just around the corner and while we may not have white winters, the temperature still drops to a chilly level, especially if you haven’t invested in ...
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posted: 12-16-2019 |
What is the Difference Between Champagne and Prosecco?
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Prosecco or champagne? They may both be a type of carbonated sparkling wine ...
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posted: 12-20-2019 |
Flowers to Welcome in the New Year
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With the upcoming new year, it’s a chance for many of us to set new goals, start anew, and look forward to another year. posted: 12-30-2019 |
Rose Guide 2.0: Rose Numbers and Their Meanings
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Roses are intimately intertwined with floriography, the language and meaning of flowers. It’s the most popular flower to express everythin ...
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posted: 01-14-2020 |
The History of Floral Design | Ancient Civilisations - Modern | Western - Eastern
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Flower design has evolved along side of us since Egyptian times, extending across some 125 years. Flower design has changed and moved over the years in the same ...
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posted: 01-17-2020 |
Romantic Flowers for Valentine’s Day
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Flowers and romance just go together, it’s like they’re just meant to be. Just like you and your beloved! From posted: 01-17-2020 |
Colour Trends for Flowers in 2020
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New year, new look, and new trends! Whether you’re looking for some floral decoration for your home ...
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posted: 01-20-2020 |
The Best Gifts to Treat Your Loved One to an At-Home Spa
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Hong Kongers are known for their long and hard working days. At the end of the work day, when it’s time to get off the MTR and unwind at home before getting up to do it all ...
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posted: 01-21-2020 |
Everything You Need to Know About Buying Valentine's Day Flowers
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Getting a flower bouquet to commemorate Valentine’s Day sounds simple, right? But it& ...
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posted: 02-13-2020 |
Positive Effects of Flowers on Your Wellbeing
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If you love flowers you may already know that deep down these colourful delights do ...
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posted: 02-20-2020 |
Top Flowers for St. Patrick’s Day
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While St. Patrick’s Day isn’t as celebrated in Hong Kong it is a fun and popular holiday in many countries in the West and within the expat community ...
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posted: 03-09-2020 |
What to Give When Someone is Feeling Unwell
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There is no better way to help and support someone when they’re feeling sick or under the weather than with the support of family and friends and, of course, some wonderful ...
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posted: 03-11-2020 |
Virus Protection and Immunity Boosting Gifts
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While it’s always important to stay healthy, it’s especially important in Hong Kong right now to take extra care with hygiene, virus protection, as well as keeping yo ...
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posted: 03-11-2020 |
Creative Flower Arrangements in Your Favourite Colour
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What’s the one colour that you can’t get enough? Your absolutely favourite? The one that you love enough to use in everything? Maybe it’s a vivacious red? Or a ...
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posted: 03-13-2020 |
How Flowers Improve Workplace Productivity
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If you find yourself staring out your office window longingly at the trees and flowers you’re not alone. Biophilia hypothesis is the premise the we as humans have an innate ...
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posted: 03-26-2020 |
10 Unexpected Uses for Flowers
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Flowers are often purchased for aesthetic reasons and then admired from afar but flowers have multiple purposes that you may not know about. Flowers have a lot of unexpected and ...
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posted: 04-09-2020 |
Easter Flowers and Their Meanings
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Easter is just around the corner and if you’re like many who celebrate this religious holiday, you’re lik ...
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posted: 04-09-2020 |
Unforgettable Birthday Sets, Hampers, and Gifts
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Stuck on what to get someone for their birthday? If you’ve got a really difficult person to buy for, birthday sets and birthday hampers ca ...
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posted: 04-11-2020 |
Fun Facts About Coffee
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Whether you drink it or not, you can’t deny the prevalence of coffee in today’s world. With ...
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posted: 04-13-2020 |
The Best Types of Flowers for Your Health and Wellbeing
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You may already know that flowers have a positive effect on your health and wellbeing but which ones are the best? Some have exceptional colours that will height ...
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posted: 04-15-2020 |
Flower Funeral Customs by Ethnicity, Culture, and Religion
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Funeral flower customs vary across the globe depending on a variety of factors, such as ethnicity, culture, ...
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posted: 04-17-2020 |
Thoughtful Flowers for Mother’s Day
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Mother’s Day is the time we take to thank the wonderful person that brought us into this world. Being a mother is a tough job but most mum’s wouldn&r ...
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posted: 04-20-2020 |
Flower Facts: The Calla Lily - The Lily That's Not Really A Lily
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Calla lilies are one of the most popular flowers to have in flower arrangements or as flow ...
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posted: 04-26-2020 |
Mailable Hampers to Cheer-Up Family Members
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If you live in Hong Kong, chances are you have family members who live in another part of the world. It’s a difficult time in the world right now with many families around ...
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posted: 04-28-2020 |
Flower Facts: Everything You Need to Know About Carnations
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Carnations are one of the world’s most popular flowers and its easy to see why with t ...
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posted: 06-05-2020 |
The Advantages of Preserved Flowers
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Fresh flowers have fantastic colour and fragrance but ultimately have a short life span. While there are ways ...
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posted: 07-09-2020 |
All about Lisianthus
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The beloved lisianthus, also known as eustoma, is a vibrant and versatile flower that is enjoyed by florists, flower lovers, and gardeners every ...
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posted: 08-11-2020 |
10 of the Best Gifts for World Teachers’ Day
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World Teachers’ Day is just around the corner, October 5th, so it’s a good time to start thinking about an appropriate gift for the hard-working teac ...
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posted: 09-24-2020 |
Flower Facts: Everything You Need to Know About Amaryllis
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What slender campanili grew
By bays, the peacock’s neck in hue;
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Flower Facts: Everything You Need to Know About Hydrangeas
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Growing in a selection of pastel colours, some of which are even capable of changing, hydrangeas are a special flower. They are beloved around the world for thei ...
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posted: 11-04-2020 |
Thanksgiving Quotes to Inspire Thankfulness
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Thanksgiving is a truly special time. It is a holiday generally celebrated in Canada and the USA. In Canada, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday of O ...
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posted: 11-09-2020 |
Flower Facts: Everything You Need to Know About Sunflowers
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“Every friend is to the other a sun, and a sunflower also. He attracts and follows.” – Jean Paul
The sunny ...
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posted: 11-09-2020 |
Flower Facts: All About Tulips
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"The murmur of a cool stream / bird song, ripe fruit in plenty / bright multicoloured tulips and fragrant roses..." -Gulistan by Musharrifu'd-din ...
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posted: 11-30-2020 |
The Popularity of Orchids within Chinese Culture
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Orchids were first cultivated in China over 3000 years ago and have since come to have a long and endearing relationship with Chinese culture. Or ...
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posted: 02-01-2021 |
Angie Chiu’s Flower Décor
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Hong Kong movie star Angie Chiu, best known for starring the TVB series?The Bund, recently celebrated her 66th birthday (November 15th) at her home. She posted a few vibrant and ...
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posted: 02-02-2021 |
Flower Facts: All About Peonies
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Voluptuous green so leisurely and tranquil
and robe of red now light, now dark
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posted: 02-04-2021 |
Flower Facts: All About Daisies
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“There is a flower, a little flower
With silver crest and golden eye,
Th ...
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posted: 02-08-2021 |
Flower Facts: All About Eucalyptus
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Outside were the eucalyptus trees, like lace against the sky. If it were only possible to lie against them, light and bodiless, sink into their softne ...
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posted: 03-18-2021 |
Flower Facts: All About Baby’s Breath
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Gypsophila or as it’s more commonly known as, baby’s breath, is most recognisable as a popular flower filler u ...
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posted: 03-18-2021 |
Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Hong Kong
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Japan’s cherry blossoms are world-renowned and signify the beginning of spring however, with travel continuing to be off the t ...
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posted: 03-24-2021 |
Japan’s Cherry Blossom Season in Light of the Pandemic
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The pandemic has had a major effect on everyone’s lives and in so many industries and traditions. In Japan, spring is cherry blossom season of which viewin ...
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posted: 03-25-2021 |
Flower Facts: All About Cherry Blossoms
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“In the cherry blossom's shade
there's no such thing
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posted: 04-12-2021 |
Mother’s Day Flower Gifts
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and what better way to show appreciation to the mothers in your life than with a care ...
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posted: 04-21-2021 |
Quotes and Messages for a Baby Shower
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Becoming a parent is one of the biggest adventures a person can embark on. While it’s not without its challenges, every veteran parent will tell you that it’s always ...
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posted: 04-23-2021 |
Flower Facts: All About Alstroemeria
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Alstroemeria is known by a few names, The Lily of the Incas, the Peruvian lily, or the Parrot flower or lily. Regardless of what you call this flower, it is an u ...
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posted: 04-28-2021 |
Spring-Inspired Gifts and Flowers
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Longer days, more sunshine, green grass, and of course, plenty of colourful and fragrant flowers…you know what that means? Sp ...
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posted: 05-19-2021 |
Seasonal Flower Guide: Summer
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Seasonal Flower Guide: Summer
“To see the world in a grain of sand
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posted: 05-21-2021 |
Flower Facts: All About Hyacinths
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“If thou of fortune be bereft,
And in thy store there be but left
Two lo ...
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posted: 06-03-2021 |
Where Do Florists Get Their Flowers? Major Exporting Countries
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Have you ever wondered how your flower shop gets your favourite flowers regardless of ...
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posted: 06-04-2021 |
What’s So Special About Cova Cakes?
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Cova cakes and pastries have a longstanding reputation for quality and taste but where did these delicious cakes originate and how did they find their way to int ...
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posted: 06-07-2021 |
Why Corporate Gift-Giving Is Important
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In any good relationship it is important to show your appreciation and business and client partnerships are no different. While many companies will send gifts du ...
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posted: 06-29-2021 |
Celebrating a Newborn Baby during COVID
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The pandemic has added a lot of extra stress and worries into our lives, but it has especially affected new parents. Having a baby is supposed to be a joyous time that is shared ...
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posted: 07-02-2021 |
How Flowers Can Keep the Romance Alive in Long Distance Relationships
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Everyone knows that long-distance relationships come with their own set of challenges. However, the pandemic that has swept the world since early 2020 has, unwillingly, placed a ...
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posted: 07-05-2021 |
Flower Facts: All About Buttercups
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“Against her ankles as she trod,
The lucky buttercups did nod.”
posted: 07-06-2021 |
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