About 150 years ago Anna Jarvis thought that the Mothers of the world didn't get the appreciation we KNOW they deserved. After her death her daughter actually petitioned Congress for a day to honor her mother, and Woodrow Wilson signed into law a national Holiday for the second Sunday in May as " Mother's Day ". The gift giving aspect grew so much that Anna Jarvis's daughter actually protested the holiday and was arrested one time. At her death she actually regretted ever doing the work to get this day recognized. We all know the intent of the holiday and God Bless America for letting us express it the best way we know how.
Contrary to popular belief this holiday wasn't a combined effort of a secret meeting between Halmark, AT&T, and "Orginal" Heroman's Florist. The Heroman's were in business back them, however we didn't start selling flowers until 1878.
This holiday is the culmination of giving back one day ( Or the attempt at least ) of a culmination of efforts of the most important woman in your life or at least that one that played that role for you.
So no matter how you express your sentiment this holiday, be sure to remember the true spirit of the Mother's Day holiday and give thanks to that special person in your life the best way you would think she would appreciate the most. If that happens to be flowers ( My personal favorite ) remember those that have been doing this the longest. Your Baton Rouge florist, delivery flowers in Baton Rouge since 1878.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Boronia
Boronia Heterophylla
This spring time favorite has a pleasant sweet herb/citrus scent and blooms with many hot pink bell shaped flowers that are set amid soft, needlelike leaves. Heterophylla is an excellent accent/ filler flower
Boronia belongs to the citrus family of Rutaceae and is named after an 18th century Italian botanist, Francesco Borone.
"Original" Heroman's florist loves the sweet smell of boronia during its availability.
Easter Lillies
EASTER LILIES
The magnetic and beautiful flowers of Springtime. Everyone loves this flower. The name, Lily, is originated from the Latin name, ‘Lilium longiforu’, a plant native to the southern Ryukyu Islands of Japan.
Throughout the ages, Easter Lilies have symbolized purity, beauty, and the promise of life everlasting. It is also referenced in many biblical stories and often called the "white-robed apostles of hope," these fragrant flowers reflect the deep meaning of the Resurrection.
When Eve was banished from the Garden of Eden, she shed tears of repentance and from her tears sprang lilies.
The pure white Easter lily is also associated with motherhood. In early biblical paintings, the angel Gabriel is pictured extending a bunch of white lilies to the Virgin Mary announcing she was to be the mother of Jesus Christ. The lily is also revered as it was found growing in the garden of Gethsemane after Christ's agony.
Renowned as a mark of purity and grace, the lily is the perfect symbol to represent Easter.
The Easter lily was imported to the U.S. in 1875 by a tourist who visited Japan. The lily grew in popularity, and by 1941 North American residents were importing lily bulbs in great quantities. World War II ended the dependence on Japanese-produced bulbs. Commercial production then shifted to the United States.
The magnetic and beautiful flowers of Springtime. Everyone loves this flower. The name, Lily, is originated from the Latin name, ‘Lilium longiforu’, a plant native to the southern Ryukyu Islands of Japan.
Throughout the ages, Easter Lilies have symbolized purity, beauty, and the promise of life everlasting. It is also referenced in many biblical stories and often called the "white-robed apostles of hope," these fragrant flowers reflect the deep meaning of the Resurrection.
When Eve was banished from the Garden of Eden, she shed tears of repentance and from her tears sprang lilies.
The pure white Easter lily is also associated with motherhood. In early biblical paintings, the angel Gabriel is pictured extending a bunch of white lilies to the Virgin Mary announcing she was to be the mother of Jesus Christ. The lily is also revered as it was found growing in the garden of Gethsemane after Christ's agony.
Renowned as a mark of purity and grace, the lily is the perfect symbol to represent Easter.
The Easter lily was imported to the U.S. in 1875 by a tourist who visited Japan. The lily grew in popularity, and by 1941 North American residents were importing lily bulbs in great quantities. World War II ended the dependence on Japanese-produced bulbs. Commercial production then shifted to the United States.
"Original" Heroman's Florist celebrates the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and the Easter lily beautifully symbolizes a truly spiritual time for our Christian people.
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