April 25th, 2013 by Ashley Birthdays bring back the occasion of celebrating special people in your life. They are also a great opportunity for you to show the people you love how much you care and how fortunate you feel to have their presence in your life. There simply could not be a better way to celebrate your appreciation than by sending a gorgeous bouquet with our birthday flower delivery. NYC offers a great deal of delivery services, so why should flowers be any different? Especially 
on such a special occasion!
Birthday Flowers: Delivery in NYC Homes or Offices
Choosing the right bouquet can be a little confusing at times. That is where birthday flower delivery services from NYC’s Big Apple Florist come into the picture. We not only help you select the right flowers, but also make sure that they reach the person in time, fresh and colorful to brighten their special day.
Regardless of where in NYC your birthday boy or girl is located—home or office—we can deliver accordingly and can help make suggestions on what flower arrangements might be most perfect for your recipient. Not to mention, we also offer same day delivery for those of you running on a time crunch. [Read more →]
April 23rd, 2013 by Ashley There is nothing more pristine and selfless than a mother’s love, and Mother’s Day gives an opportunity to honor and celebrate motherhood.
Although you show your love towards your mother every day in small ways, Mother’s Day is the day to make it large. Make her feel like the queen she is with Mother’s Day flower delivery! NYC offers a great variety of different delivery & high end floral arrangement options sure to please any mother!
Flowers are an impeccable way to reflect what mothers bring into our lives. Delicate and colorful, mothers, like flowers, bring a wonderful essence in your life. A Mother’s Day flower arrangement is the perfect gift this May.
No matter where in NYC your mother will be on this special day, show her how much she means to you. With the help of Mother’s Day flower delivery services in NYC, you can order her a welcome bouquet to her NYC office or her doorstep.
Choosing the Right Mother’s Day Flowers for Delivery
Every flower has a different message to deliver. Evaluate the kind of relationship you share with your mother and decide on the right Mother’s Day flower arrangement to express your feelings of appreciation and love. [Read more →]
April 19th, 2013 by Ashley As Secretary Appreciation Day approaches, we hope that coworkers are ready to celebrate. Since your secretary will most likely be at work on this day, secretary appreciation gifts can be given in the workspace. Perhaps your best bet to show your perpetual gratitude for him or her is through gift cards, custom gift baskets, or corporate flower delivery.
NYC secretaries probably work harder than a great deal of receptionists across the country so, we ought to do all we can to show our gratitude for continuous their hard work.
Secretary Appreciation Gifts: Choose Custom or Prepared
When pondering what type of secretary appreciation gifts to get the man or woman that holds down the front end of your company, AKA the secretary or receptionist, consider the following:
- His or her favorite items (restaurants, foods, flowers, etc.)
- The timeframe you have to get a gift
- Delivery services for the gift you choose [Read more →]
February 7th, 2013 by Ashley NYC’s Big Apple Florist understands that the key to anyone’s heart is a beautiful flower arrangement or chocolate delivery this Valentine’s day. Whether it is heart shaped, packaged in a box, or a liquid to warm you up on a cold night, NYC loves Valentine’s Day chocolate and flowers. Whatever the case, the 
melty, sugary, classic taste of chocolate makes New Yorkers sigh with relief, close their eyes and say, “Ahhh.”
The History of Chocolate
Chocolate comes from the Aztec word “xocolatl” meaning “bitter water” because originally, people would drink chocolate. The cocoa beans were ground into a fine powder and then added to cold water. I must say, being a hot chocolate fanatic, the thought of drinking cold chocolate doesn’t quite appeal to me.
Apparently, the Mayans in the 6th century really loved drinking chocolate because, to their culture, drinking chocolate symbolized life and fertility. Aztec warriors drank chocolate to boost aggression and virility by adding chili peppers and corn meal for extra flavor. Chocolate became a constituent of their civilization: [Read more →]
January 31st, 2013 by Megan They say that the best bloggers write about what they know…and the two things that I know are flowers and being single… So today, I write about Valentine’s Day flower delivery for all you NYC singles.
Throughout the year, we send flowers to our friends for birthdays, anniversaries, and congratulation surprises. Why can’t the gift of Valentine’s Day flower delivery celebrate friendships and how lucky we are to BE single? Here at NYC’s Big Apple Florist, we don’t discriminate against our single community; in fact, we celebrate it!
As a NYC Single, Spoil Yourself with Same Day Flower Delivery… Among Other Things
As a single, you don’t have to worry about spending your money on gifting for a significant other. It’s your turn to spoil yourself! Everyone loves flowers, no matter if they were a gift or a personal purchase. With same day flower delivery options in NYC, treat yourself to a perfectly lovely floral arrangement. Choose from romantic rose flower arrangements or even one of our more fun and friendly winter flower arrangements.
But, no need to stop with just Valentine’s Day flower delivery! NYC has a lot more to offer you singles on Cupid’s birthday. Below is a list of ideas for singles to do on Valentine’s Day. Before and after, your friends receive their sexy, fun floral arrangements to get them pumped for their night of wining and dining. [Read more →]
January 25th, 2013 by Megan Missing those warm summer days in New York City? The cold can be taxing on some of us, forcing us to spend more time indoors, wrapped in a blanket. This winter, flowers delivery to your NYC home or office is the perfect way to combat the cold.
With so many conveniences at our fingertips, we New Yorkers find ourselves ordering food delivery more often just to avoid going out into the cold. It’s time to find a way to brighten up the spaces you’re spending so much time in! With flower delivery, your NYC home or office will radiate with the memories of warmer months.
The Perfect Occasions for your Gift of Flower Delivery
If you’re interested in bringing fresh plant life into your home or office through the form of flower delivery, NYC’s Big Apple Florist is the best option. Perhaps you’d like to surprise a friend with a nice gesture this winter? Flowers delivery is the perfect gesture. Looking for an occasion to send the gift of flower delivery? Try celebrating these holidays: [Read more →]
December 18th, 2012 by Georgeann
Add Lovely & Unique Outdoor Holiday Decorations for your NYC Home or Office
If you need help decorating your NYC home or office (inside or outside), it might be worth consulting a professional florist for:
- Ideas
- Planning
- Purchasing
- & More
This year, try taking a break from the reds & greens. Let us help you experiment with lovely purple & blue Christmas decorations.
The contrast between the green of trees and the blues and silvers of your indoor or outdoor holiday decorations are sure to grab the attention of others & spread Christmas cheer!
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December 17th, 2012 by Georgeann NYC’s Solution to Creating a Classy Winter Wonderland
Photo Credit: Mark Dumont – Flickr
The inside of your home is covered in holiday décor: candles, garland, ornaments & Christmas flowers. NYC, you love showing off your Christmas spirit! And you want everyone on the outside of your home to recognize that as well. I’m here with some elegant and low key suggestions on how to “spruce-up” your NYC home with outdoor holiday decorations. Add Christmas flowers, evergreen foliage, winter branches, and sparkling lights. These accents are sure to get you (and all passersby) in the holiday spirit!
Christmas Flowers: Tips for your NYC Container Garden
View your container garden as a large scale arrangement – use branches and foliage to define the shape and play as the perfect outdoor holiday decorations.
- White Pine, Noble Fire, Juniper, Cedar, & Magnolia offer evergreen color and lush fullness to planters
- Birch branches and poles add height as well as brightness [Read more →]
December 14th, 2012 by Sarah
Working at Big Apple Florist, I get to see the importance the gift of holiday flower delivery & Christmas flowers hold in NYC. This is only more proof as to how much people respect and encourage traditional holiday values.
Christmas Time with Christmas Flowers in NYC
If you’re planning a holiday party at your home or in your office, or perhaps you’re just not sure what to get a certain someone, the traditional option of holiday flower delivery in NYC is one that will always be welcomed & 
appreciated. The presence of Christmas flowers in your NYC home or office can bring that extra kick of holiday cheer that you might be craving or that you might be wishing on someone else.
This holiday season in NYC, surround yourself with holiday flowers like poinsettias or even a wreath. And while we’re on the subject of holiday cheer, make sure to let the tradition live on:
- Visit the Rockefeller tree
- Deck the halls
- Spend time with your loved ones
- Give the gift of Christmas flowers [Read more →]
December 12th, 2012 by Sarah 
The time of year when companies start rolling up their sleeves and loosening their bowties, women start pulling out their holiday heels and baking their favorite recipes. It’s the holidays, which means corporate, holiday parties.
Finding the Perfect Corporate Floral Arrangements
No matter if you have been naughty or nice this year, Big Apple Florist does all types of holiday decorating services including corporate floral arrangements in NYC. We’ll transform your company’s office space into a festive party. Did your company decide to rent out a venue? Well, you’re in luck! Our holiday decorating services in NYC can also bring the holiday cheer to transform this space as well. [Read more →]
