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Dec 06

Blooms of the Month – December 2018Yvette

Poinsettia Nothing quite says Christmas like a poinsettia plant! Native to Mexico, they have clusters of modified leaves that are usually a bright red but also come in creamy whites, peachy tones and pinks and are often mistaken for petals. Poinsettia’s are perfect for decorating your front door step or the inside of your homeRead more

Dec 05

They are making a come back!! Bringing back the GerberaYvette

Nov 26

Flowers help to alleviate anxietyYvette

The following exercises are some of my favorites for alleviating anxious feelings; Step 1: Close your eyes 👀 Step 2: place one hand ✋on your heart ❤️ Step 3: place your other hand on your forehead slightly to the right side Step 4: focus taking your breath from your heart ❤️ to your head StepRead more

Oct 02

WaratahYvette

Waratah Spring is the only time of the year we get to see Waratah, which is second to why they are so special to me. First is their immense beauty. Early in the season, we see them available in Red and soon we will have the choice of stunning pinks and creamy whites. Although WaratahRead more

Oct 01

Yvette on FOX NEWS LIVE Marketing Matters panel.Yvette

Episode 12 – Marketing Matters WHEN TO CHANGE DIRECTION Business is unpredictable these days, and sometimes you need a change of direction. The average person will change careers 6 times in their life, so this week’s episode discusses when and how to change directions. We delve into how to effectively market while in unfamiliar circumstancesRead more

Aug 24

Helping New Business Owners BloomYvette

Yvette speaks with Inside Small Business about innovating the floristry and well-being industries by leveraging technology to educate students on the positive energy of flowers. Read more here

Aug 06

5 Creative Hobbies to help alleviate stressYvette

Yvette was recently asked by Wellness Daily to offer her top 5 favourite stress relieving creative hobbies. Follow the link to read on; https://www.wellnessdaily.com.au/balance/5-creative-hobbies-help-alleviate-stress-busy-career-woman

Jun 15

How to decorate an old chair with living SucculentsYvette

Jun 13

Tulips – locally grownYvette

TNB Tulips are one of if not the largest growers of Tulips in Victoria for the commercial cut flower industry. Els Bakker is the lady who runs the very impressive high tech facility in the Dandenongs just outside of Melbourne. Els comes from a long lineage of flower growers in Australia and the Netherlands, whichRead more