Flower Guides

Practical advice from the O'Hara Florist studio at 12121 W Olympic Blvd, West Los Angeles: what flowers cost in LA, how to keep a bouquet fresh, what to write on the card and which roses to choose. Ready to order? Shop bouquets with same-day delivery across Los Angeles.

Pink peony bouquet by O'Hara Florist, West Los Angeles
Guides

When Is Peony Season? Getting Peonies in Los Angeles

When peonies are in season, why they cost more in some months, and how a...
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White rose bouquet for sympathy by O'Hara Florist, Los Angeles
Guides

What Flowers to Send for a Funeral or to a Grieving Family

Where to send sympathy flowers, which flowers and colors fit, when to send them, and...
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Hydrangea basket centerpiece by O'Hara Florist
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Thanksgiving Centerpiece Ideas from a Los Angeles Florist

How to plan a Thanksgiving table centerpiece: height, colors, flowers and timing, plus how to...
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Red rose bouquet by O'Hara Florist
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Rose Meanings: What Each Color and Number of Roses Says

What red, pink, white, yellow and peach roses traditionally mean, and what 1, 12, 24,...
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Rose and hydrangea bouquet with a greeting card by O'Hara Florist
Card messages

What to Write on a Flower Card: Messages for Every Occasion

Short, ready-to-use card messages for birthdays, anniversaries, get-well, sympathy, new baby, thank-you and apology flowers.
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Pink peony bouquet by O'Hara Florist
Flower care

How to Make Your Bouquet Last Longer: A Florist's Care Guide

Simple steps from our florists to keep a bouquet fresh for longer, with tips for...
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Flower arrangement in a basket by O'Hara Florist
Flower arranging

What Is the 3-5-8 Rule in Flower Arranging?

The 3-5-8 rule is a simple ratio florists use to balance an arrangement. Here is...
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Pink spray rose bouquet by O'Hara Florist, Los Angeles
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How Much Do Flowers Cost in Los Angeles? A Florist's Price Guide

What a bouquet costs at a Los Angeles florist, what drives the price, and what...
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