Billy Heroman’s Asters

The birth flower of September is the beautiful and diverse aster; it comes in a myriad of colors and varieties. Also known as starworts or star flower, the aster comes in over 600 species. And although it is most… Read More about Billy Heroman’s Asters »

The History of Labor Day

When Peter McGuire was just 17, he became a piano tuner’s apprentice. Although one of the more coveted jobs of the day – it was a trade, and not dangerous – he endured very long hours and very low… Read More about The History of Labor Day »

Summer Internship at Billy Heroman’s

This article is taken from the LSU College of Agriculture. Student Spotlight: Anna Ribbeck A flower shop sees all the ups and downs of life – births, weddings, get-wells, anniversaries, and funerals. Anna Ribbeck spent the summer seeing all… Read More about Summer Internship at Billy Heroman’s »

August Gladiolas

If you have some birthdays to celebrate this month, you may be looking for the perfect flower to send. If you decide to go the traditional route, choose the August birth flower – the gladiolus, although traditional, it is… Read More about August Gladiolas »

Celebrating Friends During Friendship Week

Where would we be without our best friends? They celebrate with us when we have victories, cry with us when we feel down and conspire with us in all our crazy escapades. True friends weather life’s ups and downs… Read More about Celebrating Friends During Friendship Week »

Back to School- What Do Teachers Really Want?

Teacher gifts are commonplace on Appreciation Days, holidays, or the last day of school. But have you ever considered a teacher gift on the first day of a new school year? It is a great way to express support… Read More about Back to School- What Do Teachers Really Want? »

How to Say Happy Birthday this Summer

In France they wish a Joyeux Anniversaire. In Thailand, they say Suk San Wan Keut. In Ecuador, it is Feliz Dia del Santo. But our favorite way to say ‘Happy Birthday’ is with flowers! Whether offering best wishes… Read More about How to Say Happy Birthday this Summer »

The Color of Happy

The color yellow has a lot of positive implications. It is the color that represents your mind and your intellect. It is the color of happiness and friendship. Yellow flowers signify encouragement, and give off true warmth. Yellow roses… Read More about The Color of Happy »

Gerbera Daisies

Gerbera Daisy plants come in 200 different varieties and are considered one of the most popular flowers in the United States and the fifth most cut flower in the world. Originating in South Africa and discovered in the late 1800s,… Read More about Gerbera Daisies »

Why We Celebrate July 4th

Independence Day or Fourth of July, is one of our favorite holidays for good reason. The American spirit is one of freedom, of pride and of brave sacrifice. The fireworks, the parades and the picnics are all ways for… Read More about Why We Celebrate July 4th »