Creating Special Ambiance with Flowers

Flowers have been used for centuries by all cultures for various occasions because everyone sees the special connection that we have with our natural surroundings. We subscribe meaning to flowers in terms of what colors and varieties mean certain things because their natural beauty offers a way to symbolize the emotions we feel and help to change those feelings, when necessary. Here is what flowers can do for us in terms of creating a special ambiance or mood and throughout each occasion, the mood is always lifted or enhanced with the aesthetic value of flowers. For Special Occasions and Celebrations Part of life is celebrating many things or accomplishments. This could be a birthday, anniversary, new baby, promotion or graduation. With each, there is joy and happiness at a job well done and the effort that was put into it. These celebrations are also a way for other people to share their joy in your accomplishments.

August 6th, 2014|Categories: Denver Florist|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Creating Special Ambiance with Flowers

Add a Lush Look to Your Patio, Porch, or Balcony with Hanging Plants and Flowers

Flowers are beautiful no matter how they are presented. However, a unique way to showcase them outside on your patio, porch, or balcony is to use hanging baskets full of flowers, blooming plants, and greenery. This is especially nice if you do not have a garden or backyard to enjoy nature to its fullest. This blog post offers some care tips for hanging baskets as well as showcases some of the designs we have available for local delivery in the Denver area. Choosing a Spot Too much sun is not a good thing for hanging flower baskets because the sun’s rays can damage the flowers. Each hanging basket of different flower varieties has different requirements in terms of the amount of light it needs to thrive. Check the directions that come with the hanging basket or check with a florist. You should keep watering until the water comes out the drip holes in the bottom of

July 25th, 2014|Categories: Veldkamps Flowers|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Add a Lush Look to Your Patio, Porch, or Balcony with Hanging Plants and Flowers

Celebrating Special Summer Days

Summertime is special for many reasons. It often means more time together as a family because the kids are out of school and there are vacations and fun to be had. There are also special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and more. However, there are also some special days in the month of July that offer a way to show your love for all members of your family. July Special Days These special days in July include some very special people in your life that you may not realize have an official day of recognition. These special days include: Cousin’s Day on July 24th Aunt and Uncle Day on July 26th Father-in-Law Day on July 30th Each of these days are a great way to take time out to let these people know just how much they are loved and appreciated as special members of your family. Whether they are mentors or just a lot of

July 17th, 2014|Categories: Veldkamps Flowers|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Celebrating Special Summer Days

Add Some Pop to Your Home or Office with Summer Flowers and Blooming Plants

With summer in full swing, it is getting hot outside here in Denver. If you are spending more time indoors but still want to enjoy the brilliance of the summer season, why not add some summer flowers to your home or office? Better yet, you can also send these beautiful flowers or a blooming plant to a friend, family member, or colleague so they can also enjoy the colors of summer. Our summer collection has arrived and it is brimming over with bursts of color and summer-themed flower arrangements. We are forecasting smiles everywhere when a loved one receives one of these fresh and fabulous flower arrangements. Here are some of the sunny highlights. Tipsy Flower Arrangements We have a number of fun and festive flower arrangements themed after some of summer’s favorite adult drinks: The Apple Martini Bouquet features green carnations and poms along with alstromeria and fresh greenery in a keepsake acrylic martini glass.

July 10th, 2014|Categories: Denver Florist|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Add Some Pop to Your Home or Office with Summer Flowers and Blooming Plants

Time to Celebrate the 4th of July

This is the time of year for an Independence Day celebration whether it is a local event here in Denver or it is something you are hosting at home or in your neighborhood. Among the parades, picnics, barbecues and fireworks is the idea that we are celebrating our independence and freedom as a nation and as citizens of that nation. Denver 4th of July Celebrations The Denver city website offers a long list of great events centered around the 4th of July. Here are some of the highlights: There will be a free event at Civic Center Park on July 3, including an innovative light show and patriotic concert. The Colorado Symphony will put on a concert at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre on July 4th. The Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park will have a fireworks display on July 4th. The Park Hill 4th of Jul Parade is a family-friendly event with marching bands, floats, and acrobats.

National Garden Exercise Day is June 6th

As florists we love the garden and everything that nature has to offer. Certainly, here in Denver, we have a wide population that enjoys the outdoors and natural beauty with many avid gardeners as customers. Besides the fresh air and enjoyment of growing and nurturing plants and flowers, gardening is actually great exercise. That’s why National Garden Exercise Day was created and is celebrated every June 6th. It is a great way to get in stretching, squatting, and movement that is so important no matter what age you are! It’s a great way to get the kids out into the fresh air and have them learn about gardening, planting, and managing plants and flowers. Our New Outdoor Garden Area We want to help you celebrate this special day by offering a wide selection of outdoor green plants as well as invite you to our new outdoor garden area. We offer a wide selection of plants, blooming

June 5th, 2014|Categories: Veldkamps Flowers|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on National Garden Exercise Day is June 6th

Your Choice for High-Quality Flowers & Gifts for Graduation

It’s that time of year again when students throughout the Denver area are graduating high school and college, which means celebrations are in full effect to commend them for a job well done as they move onto the next big stage in their life. It is also a great time to gift those that helped your grad, including teachers, mentors, tutors and administrators alike. We are excited to share our newest graduation gift collection with you, which includes everything from flowers and flowering plants to unique gift baskets, greeting cards, and stuffed animals all tied to the theme of graduation. This is such a special time of year and one that must be celebrated because of the incredible accomplishments that go into getting any type of degree. This year, we are really proud of the beautiful selection of flower arrangements and bouquets that we have put together. Additionally, we offer custom graduation flower arrangement services so

May 28th, 2014|Categories: Veldkamps Flowers|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Your Choice for High-Quality Flowers & Gifts for Graduation

Spring is Here with Special Flowers for All Occasions

We’re so excited that the weather is warming up here in Denver and we are getting daily shipments from our flower farm partners that include stunning spring flowers like tulips, roses, sunflowers, daisies, hydrangea and more. Our customers have a lot of upcoming special occasions, including weddings, events, birthdays, anniversaries, parties, graduation and prom not to mention Mother’s Day on May 11th, so the timing couldn’t be better to have all these fresh, beautiful flowers for our amazing floral design team to create something spectacular whether its new floral designs or custom flower arrangements that our customers dream up. First, there is our new spring flower collection is brightly hued with cheery colors, pretty vases and ceramic containers, sweet baskets and beautiful accents like butterflies. Then, we have created a separate collection for Mother’s Day, which contains over 75 different floral and gift ideas for that most important person in your life known affectionately as Mom.

April 30th, 2014|Categories: Colorado Florist|Tags: , , , |Comments Off on Spring is Here with Special Flowers for All Occasions

Celebrate National Garden Month this April

The entire month of April is dedicated to gardens and gardening thanks to the National Gardening Association, a Vermont-based national nonprofit leader in garden-based education that created the month as a way to educate and encourage others about the value of gardening for food and to help the earth regenerate.   Tied to Earth Day, this special gardening month is about celebrating gardens of all kinds and getting more people to plant them in their backyards, patios, balconies and community plots. This is a great opportunity for you to help out around the Denver area as the city continues to focus on regeneration, the environment, and healthy living even in urban areas. As a local florist in the Denver area, we have been supporting National Garden Month for many years, helping on the local level with community events as well as encouraging more people to buy flowers, plants, and blooming plants. To celebrate it and help

April 21st, 2014|Categories: Veldkamps|Tags: , , , , , |Comments Off on Celebrate National Garden Month this April

Honor and Recognize Those that Keep the Office Running Smoothly

This week is Administrative Professionals Week, which runs from April 20th until April 26th. Mid-week is Administrative Professional’s Day. Whether you celebrate those talented staff that keep your office running on that day or provide them with a week full of thanks, it is a great way to focus on your organization’s employee motivation strategy so that you can get the best from them as well as retain that talent. At Veldkamp’s Flowers, we have a number of ideas on how to gift your staff with something that shows your gratitude for everything they do for you.  With an extensive collection with varying prices, you are sure to find something that fits the personality of your staff and brings them joy on this special day (and week!). Flowers Our floral selection of bouquets and arrangements offer a wide array of flower varieties, many featuring springtime favorites like tulips, orchids, and carnations.  There are many styles to

April 14th, 2014|Categories: Veldkamps Flowers|Tags: , , , , |Comments Off on Honor and Recognize Those that Keep the Office Running Smoothly