http://www.californiaflowermall.cfm The California Flower Mall is located in Downtown LA in the heart of the Los Angeles Flower District. Come shop at for wholesale and retail flowers at one of the largest flower markets in California! Easy access and easy parking make this Los Angeles flower mart the best destination for wholesale flower buyers and retail flower buyers looking for the best flower bargains in the LA Flower District! en-us Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:09:39 AD9T Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:09:39 AD9T http://www.californiaflowermall.cfm/blog/ SFDigital.net RSS Generatotr admin@califoriaflowermall.com admin@califoriaflowermall.com http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/FAQs_About_DIY_Prom_Flowers.html The LA Flower District California Flower Mallshares frequently asked questions and answers about prom flowers and cost saving ideas: What is the hottest corsage for proms?
Two popular styles are wrist corsages and small hand-held nosegays. Popular flowers are mini (or sweetheart) roses, standard roses, dendrobium orchids, alstroemeria lilies and other small flowers such as cornflowers and freesia. Hot body flower styles include gerbera flower anklets, armbands, rings, shoes, low back dress corsages and flowers for your hair or neck.    My prom budget is limited. Are there less expensive flowers that won't make me look "cheap"?
]]> Fri, 21 May 2010 12:05:00 AD5T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/FAQs_About_DIY_Prom_Flowers.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/LA_Flower_District_California_Flower_Mall_Recession_Busting_Tips.html – Burst through recession blues with cheap flowers for Mother's Day and Dia de las Madres at The Los Angeles Flower District California Flower Mall. Treat Moms to a dazzling springtime adventure at the largest wholesale flower district in the U.S. and save 70 – 80% off retail prices. Let Mom pick her own flowers from tons of farm fresh blooms at the largest new wholesale Los Angeles flower markets in the LA Flower District. Here are five recession busting tips to shop for Mother’s Day flowers in the LA Flower District like a pro:   

1. The LA Flower District California Flower Mall caters to the wholesale trade:
   • California Flower Mall wholesalers welcome both trade and Tue, 04 May 2010 12:05:00 AD5T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/LA_Flower_District_California_Flower_Mall_Recession_Busting_Tips.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Mothers_Day_and_Dia_de_las_Madres_Momtastic_Celebration_This_Weekend.html Mon, 03 May 2010 12:05:00 AD5T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Mothers_Day_and_Dia_de_las_Madres_Momtastic_Celebration_This_Weekend.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Do-It-Yourself_Card_Messages_for_DIY_Mothers_Day_Flower_Gifts.html  [media_mothers_day_card.jpg]At a loss for words when delivering your Do-It-Yourself flower bouquets and arrangements to all of the Moms in your life? Here’s a quick and easy cheat sheet to tickle your mind for the perfect expression of your love: If there was a day for everything you have given to me as a mother, it would be Mother's Day every day. Thanks for always helping me to remember what is important in life... and today it is you! Thank you for always being there, Mom. Happy Mother's Day. Mom, I picked these just for you. Happy Mother's Day! Everyday I think of the way you made my life special. Happy Mother's Day! Mom's the universal word for love. Happy Mother's day! How do I spell love? M-O-M! Happy Mother's Day! Because of you, I am me. Happy Mothers Day There are a thousand languages in the world but a Mother's smile speaks them all. Hope y]]> Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:04:00 AD4T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Do-It-Yourself_Card_Messages_for_DIY_Mothers_Day_Flower_Gifts.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/A_DIY_Guide_for_Soul_Soothing_Flower_Bouquets_and_Arrangements.html  [media_DIY_Flower_Arrangement.jpg]We all want to surround ourselves with peaceful, positive energy, and nature is a powerful and proven tonic. The down economy has been stressful for families, this year more than ever Moms need and deserve flower gifts that create homes where they feel happy, harmonious, loved and completely disconnected from the hectic pace of their busy routines. Our Do-It-Yourself Mother’s Day Flower Guide gives you easy, affordable and wonderful ways to use flowers to honor Mom soothe her soul and inspire her celebration of the joy of life.
     
     Embracing tips from Jayme Barrett, personal fulfillment expert and a leading authority on inspired living, anyone can transform their Mother’s home into a soothing refuge, haven, retreat or sanctuary for Mother’s Day. You can introduce a range of positive floral energies in your Mom&rsquo]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2010 12:04:00 AD4T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/A_DIY_Guide_for_Soul_Soothing_Flower_Bouquets_and_Arrangements.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/April_18-24_Administrative_Professionals_Week.html Memo to Bosses: Thank Employees [media_administrative_day.jpg]Administrative Professionals Week, also known as Professional Secretaries Week, is a time to recognize support staff for their accomplishments and contributions to corporate success. Downtown LA bosses cautiously eyeing the bottom line as we move past a down economy, can leave 30 minutes early one morning to buy wholesale and discount flower bouquets for key staff at the LA Flower District California Flower Mall where prices 70 – 80 percent below retail. CFM’s free, convenient surface level door to door parking makes it as easy as stopping at 7-11 for gorgeous farm fresh blooms that are dirt cheap. Research from Texas A&M University reveals one gift of appreciation in particular that will naturally lift an employee's mood, create a lastin]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:04:00 AD4T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/April_18-24_Administrative_Professionals_Week.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Branch_Out_This_Spring_Blooming_Branch_Care.html     
     Decorative branches can dramatically enhance spaces from an empty side table to a grand entry way or foyer. Grower’s Direct at the LA Flower District California Flower Mall Elegantly decorate with big, fresh wholesale 25-30 branch bushels of the most popular regional varieties of tree blooms. Quince, pear, peach, almond, c]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:04:00 AD4T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Branch_Out_This_Spring_Blooming_Branch_Care.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Going_Green_Easy_Eco_Friendly_DIY_Wedding_Flowers_and_Botanicals.html LA Flower District California Flower Mall.
     
     Here?s some easy, eco-friendly, affordable ways to think ?green? about wedding flowers:   
     
     First Think Local ?   Use locally grown, in season blooms to reduce the impact of flying flowers from Holland or Hawaii. It?s easy to source fresh locally grown wholesale flowers and plants in the Southern California region. California is one of the largest growers of flowers and plants in the country. Local]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:04:00 AD4T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Going_Green_Easy_Eco_Friendly_DIY_Wedding_Flowers_and_Botanicals.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Here_Comes_The_Bridal_Trends_.html Floral Management Interview with Maria McBride, of Brides magazine
     
     by Mary Westbrook [media_bridal_trends.jpg]What will brides be wearing, carrying and coveting this year? And how will they be celebrating? To find out, the Society of American Florists Floral Management Magazine went to Maria McBride, wedding style director for Brides magazine and the author of multiple wedding planning books. (For more information, visit www.mariamcbride.com.)
     
     Floral Management: What are the major new wedding trends you’re seeing?
     Maria McBride: In the United States, about 46,000 weddings occur each weekend and every couple has chosen to host a personal celebration that meets their needs and desires. So weddings are big or intimate, cocktail parties or elaborate dinners followed by after parties, celebrated on beaches or at city hall and everything in between. That said, some new concepts]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:04:00 AD4T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Here_Comes_The_Bridal_Trends_.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/How_To_Do_Cheaper_I_Dos_with_Do-It-Yourself_Wholesale_Wedding_Flowers.html LA Flower District California Flower Mall to prune their spending without sacrificing style.
     
     Couples can source gorgeous in season discount DIY flowers, greenery, materials and supplies for a $100 or less using the following tips. But the lowest cost may not be the cheapest for some couples. Wedding flowers are more than just petals, stems and leaves. When you contract with a professional florist or floral designer you are buying talent, quality, service and peace of mind. Know the cash, creativity and coordination trade-offs when you say yes to DIY wedding flowers.
     ]]> Sun, 11 Apr 2010 12:04:00 AD4T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/How_To_Do_Cheaper_I_Dos_with_Do-It-Yourself_Wholesale_Wedding_Flowers.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Celebrate_Year_of_The_Tiger_Chinese_New_Year.html Chinatown LA experts. Chinese communities throughout the U.S. have evolved uniquely distinct New Year traditions from those of their native homeland.  Orange and yellow flowers signify an expression of good health, prosperity and harmony in the New Year. The LA Flower District California Flower Mall wholesalers supply farm fresh yellow mums, yellow and orange gladiolas, gerber daisies, roses and yellow cymbidium orchids - just a few of hundreds of varieties of appropriate flowers available in the LA Flower District to celebrate the 2010 Year of the Tiger.  The 2010 Chinese New Year holiday is especi]]> Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:02:00 AD2T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Celebrate_Year_of_The_Tiger_Chinese_New_Year.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/ Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:02:00 AD2T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/ http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/ Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:02:00 AD2T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/ http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/ Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:02:00 AD2T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/ http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Do-It-Yourself_Discount_Valentines_Flower_Bouquets.html LA Flower District California Flower Mall Do-It-Yourself Discount Valentine's flower bouquets are a beautiful way to express your love and friendship. It’s easy to make Valentine's flower bouquets for your sweetheart, mom, sister, or someone who has made your life special. Save big bucks with DIY flower bouquets from the LA Flower District California Flower Mall.
     
     When making a Valentine's flower bouquet the first thing you need to do is choose your flowers. Roses, carnations, lilies, tulips, and freesia are the most popular, fragrant Valentine’s flower choices. The LA Flower District California Flower Mall in Downtown Los Angeles is a great place to find a wide assortment of fresh from the farm flowers at wholesale and discount prices.
     
     Choose your colors for your Valentine's floral bouquet. Popular colors for Valentine's bouquets are r]]> Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:02:00 AD2T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Do-It-Yourself_Discount_Valentines_Flower_Bouquets.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Recession_Romance_Cheap_Flowers_for_Valentines_Day.html cheap flowers for Valentine's Day in The Downtown LA Flower District California Flower Mall and impress your sweetheart with an exciting romantic urban adventure exploring the largest wholesale flower district in the U.S. Savvy DIY floral shoppers can save up to 70% on flowers, bouquets and live potted plants at California Flower Mall the largest new wholesale flower market in the eight block LA Flower District.  Here’s how to navigate the LA Flower District like a pro:   
     1. The LA Flower District California Flower Mall caters to the wholesale trade.
        • Some vendors may sell to individuals without a “resale license” others do not
        • Most California Flower Mall wholesalers welcome both trade and Do-It-Yourself DIY amat]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:01:00 AD1T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Recession_Romance_Cheap_Flowers_for_Valentines_Day.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Sustainable_Valentine_Orchids.html sustainable Valentine's orchid from orchid flower wholesalers in The LA Flower District California Flower Mall, the perfect sustainable expression of your love for her.       
          
          Avoid the 3-day weekend frenzy and launch your Valentines weekend early this year with your gift of an elegant, sustainable orchid - a Valentine treasure she'll cherish year round. These delicate blooms will not only capture her heart – they'll set the mood for a sexy red hot Valentine's weekend and help you stay within your budget.<]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:01:00 AD1T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Sustainable_Valentine_Orchids.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/New_Guys_Guide_Helps_Men_Answer_Valentines_Gift_Questions.html
          Giving great floral gifts, however, especially for Valentine's Day still remains a mystery to most men. To help them out, author and TV host Rebecca Cole provides guidance on giving females flowers.
          
          "If the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, then the pathway to a woman's heart is through her other senses," said Cole, author of Flower Power and co-host of Discovery Channel's Surprise By Design. "Valentine's Flowers are a sensual gift that can express]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:01:00 AD1T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/New_Guys_Guide_Helps_Men_Answer_Valentines_Gift_Questions.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Christmas_Flowers_Design_Tips_for_a_Festive_Holiday_Table.html   
          Decorating your home for Christmas is one more way to share your holiday spirit and with a huge variety of gorgeous affordable wholesale bulk fresh flowers readily available here at the California Flower Mall in the Downtown Los Angeles Flower District - you have are hundreds of types of flowers to choose from to create stunning holiday table centerpieces.
          
          While poinsettias are a lovely traditional Christmas flower, there are many more lush, fragrant, pretty red and white flowers that you can use to create long lasting Christmas flower arrangements in elaborate, exotic or elegantly simple arrangements.
          
          There are many types of greenery too. Holly, mistletoe and fragrant evergreen boughs, spiky pine cones and ivy almost any greenery that fills your arr]]> Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:12:00 AD12T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Christmas_Flowers_Design_Tips_for_a_Festive_Holiday_Table.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Los_Angeles_DIY_Wedding.html Filling in arrangements with gorgeous and affordable flowers can stretch your wedding dollars and create a lush, lavishly decorated bridal celebration. Here’s a shortlist of flowers that can be used to fill out arrangements. While seasonality will influence availability and prices - the most of these favorites year round best buys: Alstroemeria Lilies - These petite lilies come in over 20 different shades. Because they are small they look best in bouquets, hairpieces, on wedding cakes or in table arrangements. Carnations - This fresh, cool stand-by will withstand heat in the hottest months.They are a popular pick for alter arrangements because they inexpensively fill out a lot of space. They come in many natural colors. Check the dyed ones to be sure they won’t bleed on fabric or other items including your hands! Chrysanthemums - Aka Mums are a versatile filler for alter arrangement]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:06:00 AD6T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Los_Angeles_DIY_Wedding.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Los_Angeles_Wholesale_Wedding_Flower_Tips.html Professional and Do It Yourself wedding floral designers are moving into high gear here at California Flower Mall finalizing floral details for June Weddings. Throughout May, we’ve met many DIY wedding floral designers who are one month out from their June nuptials. The most successful DIY’s are wisely pricing, practicing and making final floral decisions weeks in advance of their wedding day. Satisfied bridal teams report that DIY florists do not need a resale permit to receive wholesale prices at most of the 45 California Flower Mall vendors. To make your day flow easily, consider reserving one of our meeting rooms where you and your team can ponder final decisions, or work on practice bridal bouquets, centerpieces and arrangements. For advance meeting room reservations call: 213-488-1983. Important Note: be sure to confirm any restrictions on flowers or decorations before finalizing plans. Check the ceremony and r]]> Wed, 13 May 2009 12:05:00 AD5T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Los_Angeles_Wholesale_Wedding_Flower_Tips.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/How_to_Buy_Cheap_Mothers_Day_Flowers.html Are you in a last minute rush on a tight budget for Mothers Day Flowers? Were open day and night. Get gorgeous flowers fresh from the farm for cheap discount wholesale prices at California Flower Mall, the only flower mart in Los Angeles open 4am to 9pm Monday - Thursday, 4am - Midnight Friday and 24 hours Saturday until noon Sunday Mothers Day May 10. Admission is free to the public. More than 45 wholesale flower vendors here are stocked up with lush discount mothers day arrangements and bouquets from all over the world. Carnations and roses are traditional mothers day favorites for recession minded shoppers on a budget. Take advantage of free parking at 824 San Julian St and a 10% off coupon to make flowers for Moms affordable those of the most modest means. Beat the last minute rush and buy cheap Mothers Day flowers bouquets and arrangements that look like you spent much more! Give Mom her bouquet on Friday so can enjoy her flowers all weekend]]> Wed, 06 May 2009 12:05:00 AD5T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/How_to_Buy_Cheap_Mothers_Day_Flowers.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/New_Mothers_Day_Church_Tradition.html Many religious denominations are celebrating the quality of “Motherhood” in every woman by giving a single rose or carnation to the female members in their Mothers Day congregations. While the origins of this practice are not known, the tradition is a widespread practice in New Thought spiritual communities such as Agape, Unity and Centers for Spiritual Living – formerly known as Church of Religious Science. Throughout California Catholic, Protestant, Unitarian and independent Christian churches are starting to adopt the Mother’s Day floral gift tradition. Ministers, priests and church lay leaders observe that while “it is better to give than to receive” honoring the entire female congregation with the gift of a single flower often results in reciprocal benefits. The Mothers Day flower is a memorable goodwill gesture for new women members and their families that can strengthen the bond they are developing with t]]> Wed, 06 May 2009 12:05:00 AD5T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/New_Mothers_Day_Church_Tradition.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Los_Angeles_Pre-Mothers_Day_Wholesale_Flowers.html Wed, 06 May 2009 12:05:00 AD5T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/Los_Angeles_Pre-Mothers_Day_Wholesale_Flowers.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/DIY_Bride_and_DIY_Wholesale_Wedding_Flowers.html We’re in awe of the creativity and resourcefulness of DIY brides that choose to be their own florist. We are meeting many more brides and grooms this year who are scouting out the big savings that a well planned DIY wedding flower strategy can produce. While DIY wedding flowers projects are not for everyone - we’ve observed that the wedding teams that do this best have three things in common: they are well organized, flexible and they understand the subtleties of purchasing wholesale bulk flowers. Organization begins with being realistic about what you can accomplish 24-48 hours before the wedding. Most types of live cut flowers need to be purchased and arranged during that time frame. A retail florists artistry, expertise and labor is a valuable commodity that makes up a substantial portion of the wedding floral bill. The most successful DIYs we’ve met are supported by a volunteer floral team that replace the florists labor. ]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:04:00 AD4T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/DIY_Bride_and_DIY_Wholesale_Wedding_Flowers.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/DIY_Wedding_Flowers_for_DIY_Brides.html According to national industry averages, the floral bill for most weddings is $1100. Los Angeles’ higher cost of living can boost average wedding flower prices to $2000 - $3000 and it’s not uncommon to see a $15,000 floral bill for an elaborate Westside wedding. This year we’re seeing more DIY brides and their planning teams balancing their spending priorities with elegant DIY wedding flower bouquets and arrangements designed with bulk flowers from the Los Angeles Wholesale Flower District - a six block area of wholesale flower growers and importers in Downtown Los Angeles. It’s become much easier for Southern California DIY brides to discount wedding flower costs 75 – 80 percent without sacrificing style. There are many weblogs, communities, books and resources to guide and inspire crafty DIY brides. Two blogs, the Southern California based http://www.greylikeswedd]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:03:00 AD3T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/DIY_Wedding_Flowers_for_DIY_Brides.html http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/LA_Bulk_Flowers.html Welcome to the California Flower Mall blog, Los Angeles newest flower market in LA’s six block wholesale flower district. The California Flower Mall is a premier 45,000 sf marketplace, home to 40 growers and importers serving florists, corporate event producers, wedding, entertainment and floral industry artists with hundreds of varieties of gorgeous bulk flower blooms from all corners of the earth. We offer a full range of wholesale flower mart amenities: professional on-site management, free parking, and a hospitality lounge for registered buyers. We understand that your customers and clients want flower arrangements to brighten their lives and tickle their noses 24/7. We stay open longer to give you the choice of purchasing bulk flowers later in the day and on weekends, beyond traditional Flower Mart hours. CFM www.CaliforniaFlowerMall.com is open Monday through Saturday 4:00 am – 4:00 pm and Sunday 5:00 am – 11 am. Stay tuned ]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2009 12:03:00 AD3T http://www.californiaflowermall.com/blog/LA_Bulk_Flowers.html