Top-6 Best Summer Flowers
What makes a great summer flower? Depending on who you ask, the answer might vary. For the purpose of this exercise, I am defining a...
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Jesse Kerr
Oct 1, 20233 min read
Mailbag: 5 Tips for Flower Care
We asked our online community for questions and blog topics. Flower tips & tricks was the overwhelming response. Many people enjoy...
Jesse Kerr
Apr 30, 20232 min read
PDX Bloom Tour - Done the Gifford's Way
A few months ago, we were approached with the opportunity to participate in the PDX Bloom Tour. We didn't have to think twice before...
Gifford's Flowers
Feb 27, 20231 min read
International Women's Day
At Gifford’s Flowers, we are proud to celebrate International Women's Day Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 as a part of Women’s History Month.
Gifford's Flowers
Aug 31, 20222 min read
The Floral Arch - Centerpiece of the Ceremony
The Trend Summer wedding season has us feeling some kinda way. We've been out delivering and creating almost every weekend all summer...
Gifford's Flowers
Jul 24, 20223 min read
Local Flowers
Here at the flower shop we receive lots of locally grown flowers from small independent farms. We prefer to choose local in season...
Jesse Kerr
Apr 28, 20221 min read
Banksyland: Installation Spotlight
Floral installations are like a big floral construction project, and an important component of event decor. They can be used as a...
Jesse Kerr
Feb 24, 20222 min read
Sustainability at Gifford's Flowers
Every business has some impact on the environment and world that we live in. We have been dedicated to enacting responsible business...
Gifford's Flowers
Feb 15, 20221 min read
Retro School Love Valentines Shoot
Who remembers their first love? We were fortunate to participate in this styled shoot. Sweetness abounds in the romantic tones and...
Jesse Kerr
Feb 2, 20222 min read
6 Easy Valentine's Day Flower Tips from an Industry Insider
Shop Local. Order from a local shop by searching for something like "florist near me." Then, use the map to select one that has the hours...
Gifford's Flowers
Dec 1, 20211 min read
Gifford's "Petals It Forward" On October 20th
When we heard about Petal It Forward we were thrilled and leapt at the opportunity to participate. Two bouquets, free of charge. One for...
Gifford's Flowers
Jul 7, 20212 min read
Orchids 101
Ever wanted to know a little more about Orchids? Orchids are one of our shop’s plant offerings. Many people want to give orchids as gifts...
Gifford's Flowers
Jun 24, 20211 min read
Peony Perfection
Peonies are a fun flower, grown across much of the western US, Europe and Asia. If you are as fond of peonies as we are, keep your eyes...
Gifford's Flowers
Jun 20, 20211 min read
Pride
June is pride month and Gifford’s Flowers is taking the opportunity to both recognize the ongoing struggles, celebrate the individuals,...
Gifford's Flowers
May 25, 20211 min read
All-About-Air Plants! (Tillandsia)
What are these amazing things? Well, without getting too technical, they’re little plants that grow without really being attached to the...
Gifford's Flowers
Mar 28, 20211 min read
Tulip Season
It’s been a while since we checked in. This weekend we decided to get out to the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival. Over the past few years,...
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