8 Ways Sustainable Floristry Helps the Environment

Beautiful, fragrant, natural….. flowers are truly amazing. They do not merely offer vibrancy and life to the room, flowers offer health benefits. Flowers actually are 1 of the greatest things we are from Mother Nature, that is the reason it… Read More about 8 Ways Sustainable Floristry Helps the Environment »

Perfect Pastel Flowers of Spring Are Here

Bring in the freshness and beautiful colors of spring into your home and banish the winter doldrums. The best way to do this is with a gorgeous bouquet of pastel-colored spring flowers. Pastel flowers are popular because their soft-hued colors… Read More about Perfect Pastel Flowers of Spring Are Here »

9 Reasons to Include Plants & Flowers in Your Self-Care Routine

Having plants and flowers in your home does more than just enhance its style and beauty, science shows that being around fresh plants and florals on a daily basis has a myriad of health benefits, too. From boosting your mood… Read More about 9 Reasons to Include Plants & Flowers in Your Self-Care Routine »

Five Fresh Flowers Loved by Today ‘s Top Women

In honor of Women’s History Month, Birmingham’s best florist Norton’s are taking a deep dive into the favorite flowers of some pretty famous women to see what it reveals about their personality. Read More about Five Fresh Flowers Loved by Today ‘s Top Women »

A Quick Guide to Growing Succulents Indoors

Succulents have become some of the most beloved houseplants because they’re low-maintenance, on-trend, and super affordable. They’re also fun to collect because they come in a wide variety of colors, shapes, and textures. Succulents can also be propagated from a… Read More about A Quick Guide to Growing Succulents Indoors »

Find out Why Flowers Make an Excellent Valentine’s Gift for Him

Love is in the air in Birmingham, and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! If you’re still trying to decide what to get your husband or boyfriend for Valentine’s Day, you don’t have to look any further than our… Read More about Find out Why Flowers Make an Excellent Valentine’s Gift for Him »

For Perfect Romance, Order Your Valentine’s Day Flowers in Advance

Pink teddy bears are everywhere and the candies have turned heart-shaped. Romance is in the air in Birmingham because Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Our Valentine’s Day experts at… Read More about For Perfect Romance, Order Your Valentine’s Day Flowers in Advance »

Dried Flowers Are in Style: How to Use Them in Your Home

Dried flowers are always in style, and at Norton’s Florist in Birmingham, we love coming up with creative ways to keep them looking fresh when you use them to decorate your home. Take… Read More about Dried Flowers Are in Style: How to Use Them in Your Home »

Top Five Seasonal Plants for a Beautiful Winter

Gardening and flowers might be the furthest thing from your mind during winter. Even though it’s cold outside in Birmingham, you don’t have to completely forgo everything green and growing. At Norton’s Florist, winter simply means getting to enjoy… Read More about Top Five Seasonal Plants for a Beautiful Winter »

The Tradition of Boughs of Holly

Each Christmas age-old traditions are repeated, filling us with a sense of wonder and nostalgia. Some of these traditions, from songs and stories to customs and decor, date back centuries. In some cases, like with the use of holly to decorate, the meaning has changed over time. Prior to the Christmas traditions we associate with it today, holly was used in ancient Celtic, pagan, Roman and Druid ceremonies and mythology. With such rich traditions behind this unassuming plant, the floral experts at Norton’s Florist decided to spend some time discussing holly, its meaning and how to include it in your decorating as you prepare for the holidays this winter. Read More about The Tradition of Boughs of Holly »