Urban Chic Florals

12/28/2016

Check out these pro tips on how to keep your flowers alive longer! http://ow.ly/u0kg306PaBs

12/23/2016

#FlowerFriday The moon flower only blooms at night, and closes in the morning when it comes in contact with the sun.

12/20/2016

"Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature." Gerard de Nerval

12/19/2016

Oh, the weather outside is frightful… but the flowers are so delightful!

11/30/2016

Keep your floral friends cozy with non-porous pots this coming season! Here are some tips & tricks on winter care for outdoor flower containers. http://ow.ly/vPnf305ISME

11/29/2016

One of the best places to see a stunning array of flowers is in DC! Can you guess where the other locations are? http://ow.ly/fXfy305ISGt

11/28/2016

At Urban Chic, we're grateful for friends, family, food, and flowers! What are you thankful for this holiday?

11/25/2016

How to Care and Grow Hardy Hibiscus

#FlowerFriday The hardy perennial hibiscus is a slow bloomer and needs to drink in the summer sun, but when properly cared for can grow to the size of dinner plates and outlast the frost! http://ow.ly/RGKi305IReF

We want you to successfully grow and care for your Hardy Hibiscus. To start planting, there are a few growing conditions to consider before...

11/24/2016

Thanksgiving is here! Show your appreciation to a loved one with a stunning bouquet! Let someone know how thankful you are to have them in your life with Urban Chic. http://ow.ly/YNia305IP58

11/22/2016

3 Homemade Recipes for Squirrel Repellent | DoItYourself.com

Shoo! They may be adorable, but squirrels can be quite the nuisance for your garden's fall bulbs. Teach these nutjobs a lesson with some homemade squirrel repellent and save your plants! http://ow.ly/7GB0305I1oG

Squirrel repellent can be a valuable tool when you are trying to protect your fall bulbs and bird feeders.

11/18/2016

Snowdrop Flowers - How To Plant And Care For Snowdrops

#FlowerFriday Snowdrops flourish in containers and are durable in the cold. Plant snowdrops before the snow drops! http://ow.ly/mDa4305I0FO

Snowdrop flower bulbs are grown in both cold winter regions and moderate winters. Find out more about how to plant and care for snowdrops in your...

11/16/2016

"Flowers are the sweetest things God ever made and forgot to put a soul into." - Henry Beecher.

11/15/2016

Studies have shown that flowers enhance efficiency in the work place. Brighten up the office with some flowers from Urban Chic today!

11/14/2016

City Gardening: Window Boxes | Modern Floral Arrangements for Every Occasion | Urban Chic Florals

Just because you're in the city doesn't mean you can't be a gardener. Learn the art of window boxes with Urban Chic! http://ow.ly/jsR63069vBJ

City gardening doesn’t have to be boring or blasé. Try spicing up your living space with a window box to brighten and decorate your apartment! City gardening se...

11/11/2016

How to Grow Lantana in Your Garden | Today's Homeowner

#FlowerFriday Bring the colors of autumn to your balcony garden with the lantana flower! These bright and beautiful blooms are a favorite landing spot for butterflies! http://ow.ly/wWCe305HZ1J

Lantana is an easy to grow shrub that does well in warm to moderate climates. Read this article to find out how to grow lantana in your yard or...

11/07/2016

What's the Deal with Ornamental Cabbage and Flowering Kale?

Would you believe this is cabbage? Ornamental cabbage and kale have been hybridized to look pretty and are resilient during the cold weather months. Sorry veggie lovers, but these gorgeous greens are not intended for consumption. http://ow.ly/9Ra1305HY2Y

Ornamental cabbage and kale are close relatives of edible cabbages and kale, they've just been bred for looks, not flavor. Still just as easy to grow.

11/04/2016

How to Care for a Lotus Flower - 7 steps - OneHowto

#FlowerFriday The lotus flower grows in the lakes and ponds of Asia; it is the gem of any aquatic garden and can last throughout the winter! http://ow.ly/wq3f305HXD0

How to Care for a Lotus Flower. Do you recognize it? It is the traditional flower found on Japanese ponds. In fact, the lotus flower is native to...

11/03/2016

A Complete Glossary of Flower Meanings—and Which Ones to Give for...

Roses represent love; daisies signify innocence and youth. But what about the rest? Discover what flowers symbolize which human affections today! http://ow.ly/BOXu305HXmu

And which bloom to give for every occasion.

11/01/2016

"Autumn is a second spring where every leaf is a flower." - Albert Camus.

10/31/2016

What flower arrangement would you buy for a ghost? A 'boo'quet! Happy Halloween from Urban Chic!

10/28/2016

Black Bat Flower: Is This The Tropical Plant For You? - The Wild Papaya...

#FlowerFriday: It's a bat! It's a spider! It's... a flower? That's right; the black bat flower is native to Asia's rainforests, and the spookiest flower we could find this Halloween! http://ow.ly/makP304SX19

If you’re in the Halloween cheer, the rare, spooky Black Bat Flower is the plant for you! It’s unique and will make a great conversation starter...

10/26/2016

Roses are red; violets are blue. At Urban Chic Florals, our arrangements are new!

10/25/2016

diy: maple leaf roses

Urban Chic presents: Maple leaf bouquets! Spruce up your apartment with this charming DIY project! http://ow.ly/XyNn304SWeG

Plentiful at this time of year – gorgeous leaves! We live on a street lined with maple trees, so the materials for these are abundant. I am not...

10/21/2016

Heliconia Plant Info – How To Grow A Lobster Claw Plant

#FlowerFriday: The lobster claw plant (Heliconia rostrata) really earns its name, and it (probably) won't pinch you! http://ow.ly/OKOO304SUPq

Tropical flowers never fail to astound and amaze with their forms and colors. Lobster claw plant is no exception. Read here for some fun and...

10/18/2016

The Four Seasons of Flower Arrangement | urbanchic

What flower feels like summer to you? Or maybe fall? Discover the seasons of flower arrangement with Urban Chic! http://ow.ly/5xQN304SUhz

Just as Mother Earth changes her floral variety depending on the time of year, flower arrangements follow the same seasonal shifts. In the warmer...

10/17/2016

25 Flowers for Container Gardens

Apartment gardens are more diverse than you think. Explore the stunning variety you can plant in a container garden! http://ow.ly/4nac304STC2

Flowers for the garden come in almost every color and shape imaginable - here are 25 great flowers for your garden.

10/14/2016

Astounding Rafflesia Flower Facts That'll Will Leave You Baffled

#FlowerFriday: The rafflesia is the largest flower in the world and can weigh up to 22 lbs! Just beware the smell. http://ow.ly/HmAy304SScC

Ever heard of a flower that weighs around ten kilograms? Rafflesia is the largest and heaviest flower in the world, with an equally heavy stench.

10/13/2016

"Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul." - Luther Burbank

10/10/2016

Get festive this fall with Urban Chic and grab an awesome autumn arrangement today!

10/07/2016

Learn How To Grow A Bird Of Paradise Plant

#FlowerFriday: Strelitzia! This South African local is typically known as the "bird of paradise" flower due to its petals resembling that of gorgeous plumage. It's also featured on their 50 cent coin! http://ow.ly/lgt5304SPlU

Bird of paradise is one of the most beautiful of all exotic flowers. Get tips on growing this beautiful plant with information that can be found in...

10/06/2016

This month Urban Chic presents exotic flowers every Friday! Follow our #FlowerFriday posts and learn of flowers that are out of this world!

10/05/2016

Garden Fresh Flowers in Season in October

Found true love this fall? Find out what the best flowers are for an October wedding! http://ow.ly/9Ebz304SO6V

Those who are going to marry in fall can’t miss the best flowers in season in October. Here is the comprehensive guide for the best October flowers...

09/30/2016

Both men and women who give flowers are perceived as happy, achieving, strong, capable and courageous people!