April 20th, 2012 by Georgeann 
I spent last weekend climbing in and out of windows to prune and weed an almost inaccessible terrace for one of our corporate clients – it was hard work and not particularly stimulating, but I do take away with me a real appreciation of hardy evergreen shrubbery and its strength, beauty, and adaptability.
I came home bone tired with icky, scratched up hands, but woke up with a burning desire to visit a botanical garden. And what better way to celebrate Earth Day 2012 in NYC than by visiting the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens?
My Earth Day Visit to the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens
I dragged two buddies today to the Gardens for a celebration of the wonders of nature. Every year I just miss the blue bells and the lilacs. This year was going to be different! [Read more →]
April 9th, 2012 by Ashley 
Photo by Michaela Kobyakov
Every year, you do the same thing: you buy mom flowers and take her for brunch. Are you looking for something different to do on Mother’s Day this year? Consider a Mother’s Day activity that creates real memories: a floral design class!
For the first time ever, Big Apple Florist is opening its doors on Sunday, May 13th to all mothers and their family members for our “Brunch and Bouquets” Floral Design Class in New York City. Take part in something fun and different this Mother’s Day – spend a Sunday afternoon learning how to create stunning floral arrangements together!
Not only does Mom get to take home a stunning bouquet of flowers on Mother’s Day, she’ll get to spend a few hours doing something special with you. And isn’t that sometimes the best gift of all?
Big Apple Presents: Brunch & Bouquets for Mother’s Day 2012 [Read more →]
April 3rd, 2012 by Ashley 
Photo by austinevan, Flickr
Everyone starts somewhere – whether you were doing hours of filing, coffee runs, picking up dry cleaning or drafting emails. You mostly likely supported someone when you first started work, and maybe that’s how you ultimately made it to the top of the ladder.
Now that you’re the boss, remember that every great leader has a fabulous support team underneath them.
That’s why Secretary’s Day (which is now knows as Administrative Professional’s week) was created in 1952. The idea was to recognize the importance and value of these support roles in the workplace and encourage more people to become administrative assistants. And so, during the last week of April, we traditionally take the time to appreciate all the hard work our office support staff do to help us each and every day.
Should I Buy Flowers for My Administrative Assistant?
Of course you should! New York City offices today are especially busy, and sometimes it’s hard to stop and smell the roses – or in other words, just say “Thank you!” to that amazing assistant you have in your office. In some cases, office executives lean on their assistants so much that they earn the title “work wife” or “work husband.” If this sounds familiar, it’s in your interest to make sure you pull out all the stops this Administrative Professional’s Week. [Read more →]
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March 20th, 2012 by Georgeann The Springtime Psychological Effects of Color Are Intoxicating
It is officially here: March 20th, the first day of Spring! Spring is all about renewing, reawakening, reviving. As nature shakes off the grey cold of winter, so can we!
Daffodils & Crocuses by the Brooklyn Promenade
I think our “Spring Awakening” really started last week when we switched our clocks ahead, so the workday didn’t end with darkness. The increase in daylight tends to energize us, and I personally find myself responding intensely the spring colors’ effects on my mood – from the pops of green-gold on Forsythia bushes in the park, to the bright green spring bulb planting in my neighbor’s window box.
Could it be that colors really have a psychological effect? [Read more →]
March 19th, 2012 by Georgeann Popping with vibrant color and dynamic movement, we have been having trouble keeping enough of our “Pop” flower arrangements in stock – the flowers keep ‘popping’ out of the store!
This modern flower arrangement features clusters of electrifying hot pink-and-yellow gloriosa lilies, “Flash Baccara” roses, pretty locally grown plum-colored tulips, and is accented with loops of lily grass and galax leaves. Petite, perky, and perfect for a desk, our “Pop” flower arrangement is a refreshing pick-me-up!
The "Pop" Flower Arrangement at Big Apple
To order our beautiful “Pop” flower arrangement, add it to your shopping cart or give us a call directly at (212) 687-3434.
Stay tuned for the next edition of Flower Arrangement of the Month, and check out the rest of our Winter Collection to see more of our fabulous seasonal flower arrangements!
March 16th, 2012 by Ashley 
Photo by Jay Woodworth, Flickr
Fine soft spring weather we’ve been having…it’s putting us in the mood for long lunches in the little park on the corner, iced coffee with lots of sugar, and leaving work earlier to stroll the Highline while the sun sets over Jersey. Spring is SO IN THE AIR! And St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner.
Aside from St. Patrick’s Day, we generally associate the spring color green with foliage. However, there are a remarkable number of gorgeous green flowers that floral designers love to use to bring that refreshing shade of springtime green indoors. Roses, Cymbidium Orchids, Tulips and Hydrangea all naturally-growing green flowers that are versatile staples in most flower shops. They can stand alone, or pair perfectly with every color.
March 15th, 2012 by Ashley At Big Apple Florist, we like to think we’re in the business of delivering smiles (and flowers, too!). We love to hear from our happy customers, and this sweet thank you note from a client of ours touched us so much, we asked her if we could share!
Big Apple Florists,
Thank you so much for the beautiful flowers. They exceeded every expectation I had. I always knew you did beautiful work based on the weekly arrangements delivered at ESB, but to see a more personal touch – was just amazing. You guys went above and beyond your call of duty.
…I could go on and on, but I have to get back to work.
Again, thank you.
You guys are the Best!
Julie Williams
P.S. I hope you and your staff enjoy the tasty treats as a token of my appreciation.
Thank you so much, Julie! We hope your beautiful flower arrangement lasted longer than those delicious treats did in our shop!
We’re happy to accommodate your floral requests! To order your own custom floral arrangement, give our design experts a call at (212) 687-3737. You can also email us with any floral arrangement requests.
March 13th, 2012 by Georgeann This has been a weird winter. When we should have been shivering in December, we were holiday shopping in flip flops and spring jackets instead. Nature finally ran its course – the leaves managed to fall off the trees, and the planters and window boxes around town have faded to drab, dusty arrangements of leaves and sticks. But now that it’s warm and balmy, wouldn’t you rather see fuzzy green buds on the trees and daffodils shooting up all over? Many of our corporate clients do, and I can’t wait either!
Pansies Help Welcome Springtime in February
One of my clients could not wait for spring flowers, so we took a chance and planted a vibrant rainbow of pansies in her front outdoor planter a few weeks ago to combat the lingering grayness of late winter.
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February 27th, 2012 by Ashley 
Photo by Ralph Hockens, Flickr
There are certain standard go-to plants that florists and interior designers depend on for simple, clean lines, bold green foliage, and easy no-nonsense maintenance. Corn Plants, Dracaena Marginatas, Snake Plants, Pothos, and Janet Craigs are wonderful, low-maintenance indoor plants that are generous and patient with humans and tolerate the confinement of our stuffy corporate offices and studio apartments.
Sometimes, however, you need a little drama to make your life more exciting. I’ve come across four exciting plants in the past few days that I love, and that don’t always come to mind for New York florists. Try incorporating these green goddesses into your corporate offices and apartments for a little extra flair!
4 Stylish Plants for New York City’s Poshest Indoor Spaces [Read more →]
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February 23rd, 2012 by Georgeann Law Office Flowers with Contemporary Elegance
The Big Apple is home to thousands of practicing attorneys that specialize in diverse areas of law, protecting our rights and supporting all levels of our social strata. Here at Big Apple Florist, we are often called upon to create tasteful corporate flower arrangements and plant decorations for New York City’s law offices.
Corporate flowers for a New York City law office can be an interesting design challenge. Colorful, lively, or energetic decor styles – though welcome in other office settings – may not be the best choice for a law office, where it’s important to express an air of good sense and confidence to clients while at the same time bringing visual diversity and dynamism to the legal professional’s workspace.
Choosing Corporate Flowers for Your New York Law Office:
Gorgeous Dracaena Marginata in a simple, no-nonsense pot.
Enhance your professional landscape with these floral design tips in mind. [Read more →]
