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Why is it tradition to send red roses?
Posted by Michelle Hughes on

First of all, at Bloomstall Flower Boutique we don't sell red roses. Our owner and lead designer Michelle doesn't like working in red, preferring a softer or more muted palate. We also don't sell half dozens or dozens of any flower. We specialize in mixed flower bouquets and arrangements. With a single flower bouquet or arrangement all of the flowers die at the same time. With a mixed floral bouquet or arrangement, you can pull the stems as they wilt and still enjoy the other flowers that have a longer vase life. Now, on to the history of sending red...
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