Avoiding Floral Scams and Flowery Disappointments
bankrate.com
Article from Bankrate.com describing how scam artists are posing as local florist and pocketing fees for their services. Includes ordering advice for Valentine's Day.
Smartmoney.com: The Best Buck for the Bloom
smartmoney.com
Article providing money saving tips for ordering florist-delivered Mother's Day flowers.
AboutFlowers.com
aboutflowers.com
Sponsored by the Society of American Florists. Features buying advice, a guide to flower varieties, care tips, occasion reminder service and directory of local US and Canadian flower shops.
Conscious Choice: Cut Flowers?
consciouschoice.com
Article advocating the purchase of organically grown cut flowers. Discusses the alleged effects of pesticide residue to consumers and flower handlers.
Petal Pushers: Is Your 'Local' Florist Really Long-Distance?
ftc.gov
Article from the US Federal Trade Commission.
The Florist Detectives
floristdetective.com
Describes alleged deceptive and misleading marketing practices by affiliate flower sellers and offers advice to locate local florists in the US and Canada. Includes links to file complaints.
Why Buy Organic Flowers for Valentine's Day & Everyday?
organicconsumers.org
Articles provided by the Organic Consumers Association advocating the purchase of pesticide-free fresh flowers.