Comments for Eco-Friendly Chicago Florist | Pollen, a floral design studio

Comment on Jewel-Toned Wedding in Purple, Fuschia and Blue {Winter Wedding} by Lynn

Lynn — Mon, 14 May 2012 21:52:14 +0000

Hi Glee,
I used peonies, phalaenopsis orchids, lisianthus, stock, mini callas, and hyacinth in the bridal bouquet. In the bridesmaids’ bouquets, I used hyacinth, mini callas, anemones, stock, and lisianthus. I’m so happy to hear it’s providing inspiration for your sister’s wedding! –Lynn

Comment on Jewel-Toned Wedding in Purple, Fuschia and Blue {Winter Wedding} by Glee

Glee — Mon, 14 May 2012 21:43:36 +0000

These are gorgeous – what flowers did you use? I am helping my sister plan her wedding and this is going to be my inspiration for her color scheme.

Comment on About by Angel Eyes Photography » Blog Archive » Rebecca and Tyler, Orrington Hotel Evanston IL fun fall wedding

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:14:04 +0000

[...] Pollen is an eco-conscious floral design studio specializing in locally sourced and sustainably grown flowers, located in Chicago’s Ravenswood neighborhood. [...]

Comment on Jewel-Toned Wedding in Purple, Fuschia and Blue {Winter Wedding} by Lisa

Lisa — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 03:23:11 +0000

I love it I googled it because I was thinking of doing the same colors for my December 11-11 wedding.

Thank you

Comment on Wedding Profile: All Pink, and All Peonies! by Susanna Miles @ K.i.s.s Wedding Ideas

Susanna Miles @ K.i.s.s Wedding Ideas — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 20:34:07 +0000

You just can’t go wrong with peonie’s at a wedding! Everything about them just screams romance!
These are gorgeous!

Comment on Wedding Profile: Yellow and Grey Wedding by Kelsi @ Modern Mom Redefined

Kelsi @ Modern Mom Redefined — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:07:45 +0000

LOVE this!!!! It’s so pretty and unique. I’ve never heard of silver brunia before….

Comment on Cozy, Wintry Wedding {Winter Wedding} by Lisa F. Young

Lisa F. Young — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 01:56:37 +0000

The white floral arrangements with the pine
look fantastic and I bet they smelled fabulous too! Reminds me of our favorite North Woods
area.

Comment on A Little History on Corsages by Sprout

Sprout — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 02:30:21 +0000

Fantastic! Now, do you think knowing this will help me sell more corsages?

Comment on Why Buy Locally Grown Flowers? by Lynn

Lynn — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 19:01:04 +0000

Thank you for bringing up this important point. I have tried to keep my approach a positive one, focusing on what we can offer, rather than focusing on what others are doing wrong. Thankfully, there are many growers who continue to employ more environmentally and socially responsible practices. I'll be adding more background info on the cut flower industry as I beef up my blog. In the meantime, here's a great article by Smithsonian Magazine on how the cut flower industry ended up to be centered in South America. I also recommend Flower Confidential, by Amy Stewart, to anyone who would like to learn the ins and outs of the cut flower industry.

Comment on Why Buy Locally Grown Flowers? by JB

JB — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 07:56:54 +0000

I’m surprised it isn’t mentioned that almost all South American flower plantations subject their (mostly female) workers to dangerous chemicals banned in the US, underpay them, and don’t offer medical help once health complications arise. It’s a horrible industry that is fraught with human rights violations.