Apian Flower Co.

04/09/2026

Art In Bloom 2026
Progress pics~

03/28/2026

Art In Bloom, 2026
My floral interpretation of Thomas Moran’s, The Lotus Eaters.
I’ll start by saying that this was one of the funnest experiences with flowers that I’ve had to date. It was my first Art in Bloom and I hope it will not be my last.
I approach all of my floral work with the same energy and principles but this was uniquely different. There was a purpose and inspiration for the piece but ultimately it was created for me. There were no decisions made by a bride-to-be, a grieving son or an expecting parent. Just me. How did I see the painting? What did I want to highlight? Was there anything that I could elaborate on? I was immediately drawn to the warm/cold contrast of the painting. This informed many of my flower selections. The subject matter was what propelled the piece and inspired many structural elements. The Lotus Eaters were inhabitants of an island where the people ate lotus fruit daily. This put them in a state of perpetual euphoria and caused the abandonment of responsibility. I tried to represent this with the unhinged movement of fantail willow, a scattered collection of dried poppy and a single lotus pod as a nod to the title. I was also lucky enough to find the perfect container, which I felt expertly simulated sea foam on beach stone.
These are the last two days available to go experience Art in Bloom, 2026. The flowers look great in photos but are truly meant to be seen in person. Most of the arrangements can be viewed from 360°.
If you happen to see a crispy edge or the stray wilt of a flower, give them grace! Moisture is the enemy of a gallery. At the end of the week the pieces are holding on for dear life, not truly meant for the heat and dry conditions necessary for rooms filled with hanging art.
Many thanks to and to all the other participating florists for making such a special show possible~
Matt Herrick
Apian Flower Co
3/28/26

03/24/2026

Come celebrate art and flowers!
My floral interpretation of Thomas Moran’s, The Lotus Eaters,
is one of twenty arrangements that will grace the this week!🌼

02/03/2026

As of February 3rd, Apian Flower Co will be transitioning into an events florist only. As such, we will no longer be filling the coolers at O’Donal’s Nursery or delivering flower arrangements. We’d like to thank O’Donal’s for the past three years of collaboration and also thank all of you~ Your support has been greatly appreciated and we hope you will consider us if you have an event that requires flowers! ~Matt & Shelli

01/09/2026

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11/21/2025

Happy 36th anniversary to Anna & Skip!!!!