Category: Flower Care

  • How the lily became a symbol of Easter and other floral facts about the holiday

    Numerous accounts identify her as Mrs. Thomas Sargent, a resident of Philadelphia who visited Bermuda in the 1880s. Smitten by the lilies she saw there, she brought lily bulbs home with her. She gave some of them to a local nurseryman named William Harris, “who began growing them, forcing them into spring bloom, and selling…

  • 6 easy ways to get a jump on spring

    The days are getting longer, the sun is getting brighter, and everyone is looking to shake off cabin fever. Spring is almost here, but you can get a jump on the season by bringing bright color and natural beauty into your home. Here are some easy and cost-effective ideas to get you started: 1. Blooms: Nothing…

  • National Poinsettia Day is Dec. 12 and other facts about the most popular holiday plant

    We typically think of the North Pole when it comes to Christmas, but the most popular holiday plant originates with our neighbor to the south. Poinsettias are native to Mexico and were introduced to the United States in 1825 by Joel Roberts Poinsett, who was the first U.S. ambassador to Mexico. In fact, Poinsett’s death…

  • We talk turkey and other Thanksgiving ideas on Fox 43

    If you’re Fox 43 Morning News and you want to talk about Thanksgiving flower and gift trends, you know that Barry Spengler is happy to oblige. Barry, Royer’s vice president of operations and a regular guest on Fox 43, shared ideas for centerpieces, giftware and hostess gifts with Heather Warner. You can view the segment…

  • Feed me, Seymour

    A little while back, a customer purchased cut hydrangeas from one of our stores. A brunch was being held in honor of her mother-in-law, and the customer was making hydrangea centerpieces for the occasion. We placed a special order for the South America-grown flowers, so we knew they were as fresh as could be. Yet…

  • Mums the word year-round

    Many of us decorate porches and patios with hardy mums in the fall. But a little bit of loving and some attention to the calendar can help you get the most out of your mums and even keep them blooming in a garden for years to come. If you planted mums in the ground back in…

  • Getting the most out of your Valentine’s roses

    Valentine’s season can last well beyond Feb. 14. In fact, by following some simple steps, your roses should provide you with a week or more of enjoyment. All Royer’s arrangements arrive in vases that contain a mixture of water and flower food (FloraLife, in our case). You just need to make sure that there is…

  • Local florist bests big delivery sites in Yahoo! ‘Savvy Spender’ comparison

    Yahoo!’s “Savvy Spender” set out to review four of the top floral delivery sites: 1800Flowers.com, ProFlowers.com, Teleflora and FTD. But at the end of the day — or approximately 2:40 of this video clip — it was a local florist that outshone the big online retailers. “To see how a local florist compares to the…

  • Get Great Flower Tips With These Resources

    Whether you’d like to learn about making flowers last longer or you’d like a guidance on ordering sympathy flowers, the links below are sure to help. Contact Royer’s Flowers and Gifts at (717) 769-1413 to place your floral order today. • Check out this article from the University of Minnesota to learn about using floral preservatives to prolong the life…

  • Understanding the Use of Floral Preservatives

    Fresh flowers such as tulips, roses, lilies, and daisies are a beautiful way to add brightness and cheer to any day. However, unfortunately, these cut flowers won’t last forever. Luckily, floral preservatives can help flowers to last longer than they otherwise would, so that you can get the most enjoyment out of your fresh arrangements. • What Are…