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Mother's Day is a time to honor the women who have nurtured us, loved us, and supported us throughout our lives. It's a day to express our gratitude for all the sacrifices they've made and the countless ways they've shaped who we are today. One way to do this is by gifting your mom flowers or plants on Mother's Day. Flowers and plants are more than just a beautiful gift - they are a symbol of the love and gratitude we have for our mothers. Here are some emotional reasons why flowers or plants make a perfect gift for Mother's Day: Love - flowers and plants are a visual representation of the love we have for our moms. They show that we appreciate all the hard work and dedication they've put into raising us, and that we want to give something back. Gratitude - giving flowers or plants on Mother's Day is a way to express our gratitude for all the sacrifices our moms have made for us. It's a way to say "thank you" for all the late nights, early mornings, and endless support. Remembrance - flowers and plants can also be a way to remember our moms, especially if they are no longer with us. A bouquet of their favorite flowers or a potted plant that reminds us of them can be a comforting reminder of their love and presence. Connection - flowers and plants can help us connect with our moms on a deeper level. By giving a gift that reflects their personality or interests, we show that we truly know and understand them. Beauty - finally, flowers and plants are simply beautiful. They bring joy and happiness to our lives, just like our moms do. By giving a gift that is beautiful and meaningful, we show that we appreciate all the beauty our moms bring into our lives. In conclusion, gifting your mom flowers or plants on Mother's Day is a wonderful way to express your love, gratitude, and appreciation for all that she has done for you. By choosing a gift that is beautiful and meaningful, you show that you truly understand and value the important role she has played in your life. So go ahead and make your mom's day extra special by giving her a gift that speaks to her heart and soul.

Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s time to celebrate love with your significant other - and what better way to do so than by gifting them beautiful blooms? At Alissar, we've long been witness to the magic that flowers can bring to any moment, not to mention their power to transform the most ordinary gift into something truly extraordinary. The red rose, a signature Valentine’s Day flower, has always been synonymous with adoration, passion and romance. And for good reason. There's something about its ruby hues and velvety petals that speaks to the soul. Whether you choose a single red rose, a dozen or even a hundred, you can be sure they will be met with a warm smile and a grateful heart. Beyond their beauty, it's the thought and care that goes into choosing a flower arrangement that makes it such a timeless and universal gesture. When you present someone with a bouquet, you're expressing your emotions in a way that words cannot. You're showing them that you're thinking of them and that you're making a deliberate effort to brighten their day. So, this year, once you’ve decided on your gift, why not add a little extra magic and #ValentineIt with some exquisite Alissar blossoms? If you're unsure what to do for Valentine's Day, here are 10 romantic and thoughtful ideas that will surely make your loved one’s heart grow fonder: A home-cooked, candle-lit dinner with soft music playing in the background A home cinema experience with their favorite movie A relaxing couples spa day with massages, hot tubs and more A game night, complete with board games, snacks and drinks A romantic city getaway A sweet love letter of all the things you adore about your partner A box of their favorite chocolates A hand-picked self-care package for him/her A sentimental piece of jewelry A personalized photo album Whether you’ve newly found love or have been together for years, always remember that the most priceless gift is spending quality time, making lasting memories and letting your love shine through. Head over to Alissar - in person or online - to pick out the perfect arrangement from our Valentine’s Day collection.

With their majestic appeal, striking elegance and refined beauty, orchids are one of nature’s most magnificent works of art. Since Ancient Greece, these tall and exotic blooms have symbolized beauty, love, luxury, fertility and strength. With nearly 28,000 species, orchids come in many colors and sizes. Their stunning displays of alluring flowers evoke a sense of joy and serenity in anyone who lays their eyes on them, making them the perfect gift. As popular houseplants, orchids are pretty additions to most spaces, whether at home or at the office. However, once the delicate flowers have fallen and the plant stops growing, people often mistake it for being dead and are quick to toss it away. Looking after orchids is not as high maintenance as many may think, despite their reputation for being tough-to-grow plants. While their care may differ, once you take the time to learn their basic needs, you can enjoy beautiful blooming orchids for years, if not decades, to come. Let’s go over some essential tips to ensure you have happy, healthy and blossoming orchids:  For starters, orchids love brightness, so find a well-lit room to place them in, making sure they don’t get exposed to direct sunlight as that scorches the leaves, countering hopes for proper flowering. Moderate temperatures are necessary, preferably between 16 to 24 degrees Celsius. Also, position your orchids in a room where the night gets a few degrees colder than the daytime to guarantee sufficient blooming. You mustn’t overwater as that leads to roots rotting, which prevents the plant from absorbing water and nutrients, causing it to eventually die. To avoid this, water the plant once a week or, better yet, just before the potting medium dries out. You can follow a couple more instructions to ensure excess water effectively drains out - such as using pots with drainage holes and a porous potting medium (like bark or moss), not soil. While we’re not looking to overwater, we still need the orchid’s surrounding atmosphere to be humid. For that, we recommend placing the pot in a damp tray of pebbles or gravel, or misting the plant daily for adequate humidity that mimics the orchid’s tropical origins. For strong, vibrant orchids, feed with a specific fertilizer once the flowers have fallen - either weekly or monthly, depending on the variety - to supply the plant with extra nutrients to blossom back. Lastly, we advise cutting withered and spent stems whose flowers have fallen, as the same stem does not usually rebloom. Ultimately, consistency, not so much expertise, makes for successful orchid nurturing. Once you have created the above conditions, you will be able to enjoy these exquisite plants year after year.

The world of flowers is truly enchanting and infinite; a timeless gesture for conveying different emotions and expressing heartfelt sentiments - whether love, affection, gratitude, sympathy, apology or anything in between. Flowers are also a great way to liven up any indoor or outdoor space, bringing positive energy and elegance to your home, workplace or special occasion. You may opt for ordering professionally prepared flowers like those available on the Alissar website or even trying your hand at making your own arrangement to add a personal touch. Today, our expert florists at Alissar are sharing with you some simple steps and clever tips for creating your very own bouquet. Envision your arrangement: When picking your flowers, begin by considering the color scheme, season and budget, while making sure your blooms are fresh, sturdy and complementary. Grooming: Trim and remove any unnecessary leaves and sharp thorns found at the stems using a pair of gardening scissors. Build from the inside out: Select a central flower for your bouquet or centerpiece, and start by assembling other blooms around it until you reach a size and design you’re satisfied with. Enrich the arrangement: Once you’re happy with your floral creation, add smaller flowers, accent greenery and foliage fillers for more contrast, volume and pizzaz. Final touches: Now’s the time for making any last-minute alterations to your arrangement, so take a look at it from different angles, switch things around and adjust accordingly, then embellish with ribbons, bows or any other decorations you like.     Next time, don’t be afraid to experiment with different color palettes, flower varieties and arrangement designs, lengths and sizes - the options are endless and, always remember, practice makes perfect!  

Houseplants have a tremendous impact on the atmosphere thanks to their natural air purifying health benefits, not to mention their instant effect on the mood and feel of your personal space. So why not use lush plants and colorful flowers to make your home even more vibrant? Reflect on your space’s size, layout and decoration While it may be tempting to buy a bunch of plants without any thought as to where they might go, it’s best to look around your home and decide first on how big your plants should be. Do you have room for something large or would it be better to opt for small, easy-to-care-for plants? Do you prefer a consistent theme throughout your interior design or a contrasting display of plants and flowers? Consider placement There are many locations around the house where placing a plant or flower arrangement can invite fresh energy: Entryway - Greet visitors with an exquisite statement piece that reflects the style and ambience of your home, be it a single houseplant or an eye-catching flower arrangement that elevates the décor and creates a lasting first impression. Shelves - Plant shelves are all the rage now, and for good reason. They come in infinite styles, colors and sizes and create the perfect backdrop for displaying your collection of small-potted plants like cacti, succulents, ferns and more. Corners - If you have a bare-looking corner, add a pop of color with large plants like indoor dragon trees and coconut palms. Place them in big pots that don’t block the way but still allow the plant to grow nice and tall. Walls - Think of plants, especially the hanging variety, as artworks that jazz up a plain wall with their green hues and stylish pots. On a similar note, stay mindful of plants and flowers like Lily of the Valley, Wisteria, Daffodil and Hydrangea, which are harmful to children and pets if mistakenly ingested. Such pots should be kept well out of reach for safety. Switch up with the seasons Nature gifts us with an abundance of plants and flowers that change as the year goes by. This natural cycle is the perfect chance for you to refresh your décor and renew your interior design vibe based on the season. Let your own personal touch shine. With interior plant scaping, the choices for adding life and beauty to your home are boundless. Need help? Get in touch and we can arrange for our team to flower your home.

Flowers are a subtle form of expression that has stood the test of time, with people gifting them to those they care for to convey emotions or placing them in their homes to invite positive energy into their personal spaces. Throughout history, with their infinite varieties, flowers became associated with various meanings, each symbolizing a different sentiment and evoking a unique sense of allure.  Today, we present to you the secret language of some of the most common flowers requested here at Alissar and the feelings they envelop within their delicate petals and vibrant colors: Roses - red for romance, love and beauty; yellow for friendship and new beginnings; orange for fascination and sensuality; pink for gratitude, appreciation and sympathy; and white for innocence, purity and reverence. Tulips - red for everlasting love; yellow for cheerful thoughts; pink for happiness and confidence; purple for royalty; and white for forgiveness. Orchids - red for love and desire; yellow for optimism, energy and fresh starts; pink for joy, grace and fertility; blue for rarity, uniqueness and beauty; purple for dignity, respect and admiration; orange for creativity, success and excitement; green for longevity, health, good fortune and blessings; and white for purity, humility and elegance. Peonies - red for love, passion, honor and respect; pink for good luck and prosperity; and white for bashfulness and apology.   No matter their variety or color, flowers make for a timeless gesture for sharing heartfelt feelings with loved ones and are the perfect way to brighten up your home or office - regardless of the day or the occasion.