Alluring and Sophisticated: The Pastels of Spring

There is something about the smooth and inviting pastel colors of spring which make us comfortable and warm. It is as Mother Nature’s method of slowly nudging us from winter into the fantastic shades of spring before the daring vibrancy… Read More about Alluring and Sophisticated: The Pastels of Spring »

Why Flowers Are a Favorite Form of Self Care

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 Why Flowers Are a Favorite Form of Self Care »

These Flowers Perfectly Match the Famous Women Who Love Them

Extraordinary women, just like extraordinary flowers, have a way of impacting our lives for the better. Springfield’s flower experts at Durocher Florist are featuring a few famous ladies for Women’s History Month and revealing which flowers were unique… Read More about These Flowers Perfectly Match the Famous Women Who Love Them »

A Quick Guide to Caring for Succulents

Succulents are on-trend, easy to care for, and affordable. Plus, with seemingly endless varieties, they’re really fun to collect, too. If you’re looking to modernize your home or office decor with succulents, take a look at this quick guide to… Read More about A Quick Guide to Caring for Succulents »

Try Out These New Ways to Dry Flowers

Traditionally, flowers are dried either by hanging upside down or pressing them in a specially made flower press or between heavy objects, like books or bricks. Although tried and true, these methods require lots of time before the dried flowers… Read More about Try Out These New Ways to Dry Flowers »

Five Plants to Brighten the Winter Months

With average extreme minimum temperatures hitting lows of -10 to 5 degrees F, not much will survive outdoors in the winter in Springfield. So, our experts at Durocher Florist recommend getting your green fix by… Read More about Five Plants to Brighten the Winter Months »

Why We Use Holly to Decorate for Winter Holidays

Including beautiful greenery in your holiday or Christmas decor is part of a long-standing holiday tradition. We love to emphasize traditions during the holidays because they evoke feelings of nostalgia and warmth. One of the most long-standing traditional pieces of decor is the holly plant. With festive green leaves and bright red berries, it’s easy to see why this evergreen plant is a Christmas favorite. But did you know it has a history that dates back to before the Christian era? At Durocher Florist, we have some fun facts, interesting history and great decorating tips for holly that we’re eager to share with you this holiday season. You may even find some new ways to include holly in your decor! Read More about Why We Use Holly to Decorate for Winter Holidays »

Five Favorite Flowers for Expressing Your Personality

Flowers make us feel a certain way- usually happy, nostalgic, sentimental, or something else along those lines. Chances are, you have certain flowers you associate with certain people, places or events in your life. Their beauty, fragrance and style underscore major moments, leaving us with memory markers throughout our life.  Read More about Five Favorite Flowers for Expressing Your Personality »

9 Hostess Gifts They’ll Love This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is an awesome time to gather with friends and family and remember all the things we’re thankful for. It’s even better when you’re one of the many being gathered! Without the prep work and planning that comes with creating a Thanksgiving feast for everyone else, you can show up and enjoy those around you. But don’t forget to bring a hostess gift! Read More about 9 Hostess Gifts They’ll Love This Thanksgiving »

Dress Up Your Front Porch For Fall

Anytime the season changes is a good time to update your home’s decor. Keeping up with the seasons is a great reason to update the look of your home in quick, easy ways. A makeover with easy-to-change decorations can help you embrace the change that is inevitable with each season. The floral designers at Durocher Florist want to help you create a beautiful fall look for your home this year. While it’s great to decorate inside your home, and we highly encourage it, we also think that you should not neglect your front porch. By designing a gorgeous front porch with fall flair, you welcome the new season and anticipate the upcoming holidays. Plus, there is no shortage of amazing accents available for fall decor, so you’ll have no trouble finding the perfect look for your fall front porch. Let the professionals at Durocher Florist help you with a few great ideas. Read More about Dress Up Your Front Porch For Fall »