Valentine's Day Gift Ideas: How to Say I Love You Without Flowers

You are on your way home when the frightening realization has dawned on you. It's Valentine's Day and you have forgotten to buy a gift! You turn around and scramble your way back to the nearest flower-shop or grocery store to get some flowers. 

Although, now its getting late, and you can only pick from the left-overs. All of the "good stuff" has been purchased. With this said, it's another year of apologizing because of last-minute shopping.

It doesn't have to be this same scenario every Valentine's Day. In fact, you don't even have to buy flowers to say "I love you." There are many other ways to express your love without having to hand over wilted roses for Valentine's Day. Click here to learn about gifts for Valentine's day....

Vegetable and Flower Gardening

I spent a good portion of my day working out in the garden yesterday. Well-my vegetable garden that is. 


There had been so many days of rain, that I hadn't got a chance to get most of it planted yet. I was able to put out some tomatoes, lettuce, cabbage and banana pepper plants. Some strawberry plants were already growing in my garden, and I hope at some point that I will have some delicious juicy red strawberries soon!


Besides vegetable gardening, I also enjoy planting flowers. While annuals are very pretty and provide lots of color, I do like to plant perennials too. Perennials will come back year after year if you plant them just right. This way, you can ensure that you will always have pretty flowers blooming come spring time.


Most perennials will stick around till fall or the first frost. This is one reason that I love them so much. You don't have to continually plant flowers to keep your yard looking colorful.


If you are interested in planting some perennials in your flower garden, here is list of 5 perennials that you can include in yours:


http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/5639508/five_perennials_to_liven_your_fall.html?cat=32

Mother's Day is coming soon!

Mother's Day is coming soon! It's a time to celebrate motherhood and to thank our mothers who raised us by letting them know how much they are loved each and every day. There are a variety of gifts we can give our mothers for Mothers Day to bring that special smile to their face. Of course-any gift is not complete with a hug or kiss and telling her that you love her.

Some examples of some meaningful gifts that you can give mom this mother's day can be flowers, jewelry, candy, a favorite book or knick knack, gift basket, or even something handmade from the heart. You can create handmade gifts for your mom such as a handmade personalized bracelet or a painted coffee mug with a little flower planted inside-or her favorite candy. 

And remember, not every gift that you give your mother has to be expensive or even off the shelves of a retail store. Try classic gifts like flowers, a poem from the heart or even a handmade gift...

Pearls of Wisdom Gardenia

Fragrant. Romantic. Exotic. Originally from the tropics, the gardenia is admired for its creamy white blooms, distinctive glossy leaves and unique perfume. This lush plant arrives in a stylish lavender tin planter beautifully beaded with faux pearls.







Other Mothers Day gift ideas.... 


                        

1800Flowers Named for Having Honest Pricing Policies

Valentines Day is just around the corner, and everybody is looking for flowers and the perfect gift. With many people on a strict budget, a lot of price comparison must be made to decide where the most affordable place it to purchase flowers this Valentines Day season. 

Recently, MSN did some research and compared online flower companies with their flower prices. 1800Flowers.com was singled out amongst other online leading flower companies such as FTD and ProFlowers for having greater pricing transparency and more honest pricing polices. 

Proflowers measured out at $35.28 for roses while FTD priced theirs at $38.49. 

1800Flowers wins with the lowest price for roses at $34.99. 

Also for Valentines Day, 1800Flowers.com is offering Twilight Valentines Day Flowers for those who are ga-ga over the Twilight and New Moon series. 

So if you happen to be looking for more honest prices, and need an affordable gift, 1800 Flowers could offer you that special something without breaking the bank or putting a hole in your wallet this Valentines Day---or any other occasion... 

Valentines Day Flowers at 1800Flowers...

That romantic holiday full of candy, treats and flowers is now just days away. Perhaps you still haven't went to shop for that perfect gift yet? Or you don't know what to give that special somebody? 

Not long ago, hearts were all a flutter at the romantic flick, Twilight. If your loved one is crazy in love with the romantic movie hit, 1800Flowers.com still just might have that perfect gift. If he/she hasn't ordered the New Moon DVD yet, 1800Flowers has a Twilight flowers DVD offer for your sweetheart. The largest package offers a chance to pre-order the New Moon DVD, Twilight Chocolate bars, a Twilight poster/card and beautiful long stemmed red roses that are ready to adorn in a vase. You can also purchase a vase at 1800Flowers.com. 

So, at least you have one great idea if you share a love in the movie of Twilight. Also, don't forget, you can still write a romantic poem or note -or perhaps even give him/her a handmade card with a plate of their favorite homemade treats! :) --And even after Valentines Day is over, don't forget to express your love each and every day...