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Bussey’s Florist is a second generation, family owned and operated floral design firm. We offer the best selection of beautiful, farm fresh flowers in Rome and Cedartown Georgia. Our award winning floral design staff is one of the very best in the state of Georgia. Bussey’s Florist operates two floral design centers. We have one location in Rome, Georgia and our main flower shop is located in downtown Cedartown Georgia. Our firm is one of the recognized leaders in the floral design industry, operating in the state of Georgia. We offer the best selection of farm fresh flowers in town. Our firm also offers beautiful green, flowering and tropical plants. Voted best local florist, we provide local same day and 4 hour express flower delivery services, in Floyd and Polk counties. Need to send flowers outside of the area? No problem. We also provide nationwide same day delivery service.
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The amazing Floral Designers at Bussey’s Florist have many flower arrangements to choose from in support of National Make a Difference Day
Bussey's FloristIn 1992, the USA Weekend Magazine introduced the concept of National Make a Difference Day. This day has blossomed and grown in popularity as the time for people to get involved for the betterment of others. It is also the perfect occasion to send gorgeous flowers and from Bussey's Florist. The gift of flowers can be that spark of enthusiasm to get someone excited about helping to make their community a better place. This is the mission of Make a Difference Day. People come together to volunteer for wonderful activities that will improve their community and the world at large.The fourth Saturday of October has been officially designated as National Make a Difference Day. Creating a special day to make a difference for to betterment of the world is a worthy cause. There are so many people in our communities and around the world that could use the help of those willing to volunteer.As people contemplate their actions to be involved in Make a Difference Day, here are some key things to keep in mind.Be an inspiration to others to join in the volunteering movement for betterment.Be sure to share all volunteering efforts with friends and colleagues to inspire others to get involved.Taking care of others and the environment will help us all.There is a wide array of actions one can take for the [...]
This Boss’s Day, send only the best flowers like those you will find at Bussey’s Florist
Bussey's FloristThere are so many individuals that have a boss they respect and appreciate. One great way to express gratitude this Boss's Day is to send a flower arrangement from Bussey's Florist! People recognize that talented leaders are the ones that encourage us to be at our best while always making us feel motivated and positive about our accomplishments and contributions. Bussey's Florist has the freshest and most colorful flowers to show just how much respect, caring and appreciation you have for your boss.The concept of "National Boss's Day" was introduced to the United States Chamber of Commerce in 1958. The kind hearted woman who introduced the concept was working for her father as a secretary at a State Farm Insurance Company in Illinois. In her observation, it did not seem clear to younger workers that their supervisors were dedicated, committed and hard working individuals. She felt their dedication needed to be realized and appreciated.Used to be that it was customary for an employee to simply give their boss or supervisor a thank you card. Today it is common place that gifts are given on Boss’s Day. Typical gifts are candy and chocolates. In many cases employees pool their money to buy even bigger gifts. Do you have a special boss that you would like to give a delicious gift basket to? We have just what [...]
To honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month, choose fresh and colorful same day delivery flowers from Bussey’s Florist
Bussey's Florist This October is officially designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Many scientific studies have resulted in staggering statistics regarding the far reaching effects of Breast Cancer. These important studies indicate that Breast Cancer claims the lives of approximately 42,000 women each year with 255,000 being diagnosed in the United States. This awful cancer does not discriminate and is also diagnosed in approximately 1% of the male population.Bussey's Florist seeks and employs highly skilled Floral Designers. These same designers have taken careful steps in creating thoughtful and meaningful flower arrangements to honor patients suffering from this disease. If you have a loved one or friend suffering from Breast Cancer, October is a wonderful month to show respect and kindness by giving them a loving flower arrangement from Bussey's Florist.Sending beautiful Bussey's Florist bouquets or arrangements is always a special thing to do. Below are some additional ways to help promote Breast Cancer Awareness Month:You may proudly wear a pink ribbon everyday during October. And give pink ribbons to others to wear.Some women like to bedazzle bras they have collected and auction them off at a fundraising event.Perhaps you could invite family and friends to a fashion show you organized. All pink clothing and outrageous hats and accessories. Share facts about Breast Cancer during the event.Have a contest featuring Pink Pumpkins asking people to drop money in [...]
Welcome Fall with New Colors and Accents
Fall officially arrived on September 22nd, bringing with it an opportunity to change up the colors and decor in our homes and offices here in Cedartown and Rome, Georgia. Our Rome, Georgia flower shop and Cedartown flower shop are both ready to help you take advantage of the new fall floral trends with a collection of fall flower arrangements, fall centerpieces, and fall bouquets that illustrate the range of fall hues now available. The same goes for our fall plants! Bright Orange and Soft Peach The color orange comes to mind in the fall primarily because of pumpkins. We have bold orange flowers, including roses and gerbera daisies. There are also soothing peach florals that are sublime. Other blooming plants provide orange flowers to add a punch of color to your porch, dining table, and more. Don't forget to display those favorite gourds! Brilliant Yellow Yellow flowers bring sunflowers to mind, and we have those ready and waiting for you! You can get a bowl full of sunshine or choose a bouquet that features sunflowers. Ask us about our custom fall floral services and how we can include sunflowers in those. We have floral designs that are rustic with burlap accents or elegant in tall glass vases. The choice is yours! Cream Not everything about fall has to be bold. If the rest of your decor includes bright [...]
Celebrate Mother Nature During National Indoor Plant Week
The third week of September is known as National Indoor Plant Week. The week was created to call attention to everything green that Mother Nature has offered us. These plant offerings are not only beautiful and visually diverse, but they also can provide health benefits like air purification. This week is a good time to add more green plants to your life and even those around you so they also can benefit from the beauty and health plants offer. Our flower shops in Cedartown and Rome, Georgia are here to help with a diverse collection of indoor plants that are easy to care for and enhance your decor and life. Our indoor plant collection provides many options for different preferences. We have everything from gorgeous spathiphyllum plants with bright green leaves and white blooms to stunning orchids to succulents. One of the most popular plant products we offer through our website and flowers shops are the garden arrangements that come in a ceramic dish or basket. Each of these options provides a different size and variety of indoor plants, including some that come with flowering plants. Our focus is on offering the freshest plants so you can enjoy them for months and even years to come with very little maintenance. That's why we also proudly recommend plants as gift options too as they are the [...]
Order Homecoming Flowers from Bussey’s Florist
Now that school has started and most aspects of school have returned to some sense of normalcy, many schools are considering hosting dances and special events again, such as Homecoming. For kids throughout Cedartown and Rome, Georgia, the idea of celebrating Homecoming again is so exciting! Our Cedartown flower shop and Rome, Georgia florist location are both ready to take your Homecoming flower orders. You can also order homecoming flowers and packages through our online order form found on our website. Whether you shop in our flower shops and meet with our floral design team or you order online, you will be able to find a wide selection of Homecoming corsages, including wristlets and pinned versions. The floral and designs for these corsages the latest floral trends, including unique materials for the wristlets and accents to enhance flowers like roses, orchids, and carnations. The corsages for Homecoming come in three sizes and start at $45. In addition to the Homecoming corsages available, you can also find matching Homecoming boutonnieres. The boutonnieres come in three sizes and start at $30. Like the Homecoming corsages, there is everything from traditional styles to standout styles with bold colors and exotic flowers. We recommend ordering as early as possible for your Homecoming flowers to get the most variety and options while ensuring you can pick up your flowers in [...]
Celebrate Family on Grandparent’s Day!
More family special occasion days happen this month, one of which is Grandparent's Day on September 12th. This is an opportune time to let your grandparents know how much you treasure them for their wisdom, unconditional love, and generosity with their time. Your grandparents appreciate any time you can give them and know you have busy lives. That's why this special day in September is so important to celebrate them. Here are some ideas to celebrate your grandparents. If you can't see your grandparents in-person, call them or send a card and gift like a plant, gift basket, or a bouquet of fresh flowers. They will appreciate the sentiment and will be happy that you remembered this special occasion day even if you couldn't see them. Go visit them and spend time with them. If they can't go out from their house, consider bringing a meal or cooking something there. If they can go out, take them to a meal and out to something they enjoy like the park or gardens, a museum, the movies, or the mall. Ask them what they would like to do and plan your day around their preferences. Whatever you choose to do, make the most of the time together. As they get older, there will be less time with them unfortunately. Your grandparents have knowledge and experience that can [...]
Get Ready for Labor Day Festivities with Flowers
Labor Day is just around the corner on the first Monday of September. This year, that falls on September 6th. It's a day to celebrate all the American workers do for the companies they work for and their efforts to fuel local and national economies. Although most see Labor Day as the official end to summer and a three-day weekend to relax and enjoy, it's important to remember the reason it exists and bring awareness to the value of American workers, including their talent and energy. This also includes business work who often work endless hours to sustain their business. Here in Cedartown and Rome, Georgia, our flower shops also celebrate our talented staff and their hard work. Whether you plan to be off from work or have to still do some work, here are some ways to celebrate Labor Day with flowers. First, if you are a business owner, consider gifting your staff with a personalized bouquet in their favorite colors or with their favorite flowers. It's a sweet gesture that shows you appreciate them and you know what they like. Of course, you don't have to own a business to send someone flowers for being an incredible employee. You could send flowers to a friend, family member, neighbor, or colleague who you know gives work their all. Second, you might be planning some [...]
Send Flowers For All Special August Days
They say the greatest happiness comes from giving, so it makes sense then how good it feels to know if you have made someone else smile or feel good from your actions. In these challenging times where there is a lot of stress and worry related to work, school, health, finances, and everything else, it is good for all of us to focus on how we can do something positive for others that may also help us focus on the more important things in our lives. Last week, we talked about National Smile Week and how good it was to make anyone and everyone smile. This week, we want to share some other special days where we can make someone's day. This includes our older friends, neighbors, and family members on Senior Citizen Day on August 21st. Then, there is Kiss and Make Up Day on August 25th where it's an opportune time to end that awkward silence or rift between you and other people in your life. Finally, there is Just Because Day on July 27th when you can do something for anyone but not need a reason or occasion to do so. Our Rome, Georgia and Cedartown, Georgia flower shops and website are here to help you make someone else's day with some stunning flowers. One place to start looking for the perfect [...]
Send Your Love in August During National Smile Week and Romance Awareness Month
August is a month focused on ways that you can show those around you just how much you care. In a world that could do better with kindness and concern for others, these special occasions are a good way to get started on thinking of others. The second week of August is known as National Smile Week. It's a good time to smile more at others (in some places, this may mean smiling with your eyes or emojis in case you have to wear a mask. And, it's a good opportunity to do things for others that are bound to make them smile. After all, smiling is known to put those who do it and experience it in a more positive frame of mind. August is also National Romance Awareness Month, which is an opportunity to focus on romance despite having hectic lives and lots of responsibilities that take you away from focusing on your loved one as much as you'd like. If you celebrate one or both, our Cedartown and Rome, Georgia flower shops and website are here to help you with thoughtful gifts. Here are some ideas to consider: Roses are a stunning flower to give for either occasion. Consider a bouquet of yellow roses to symbolize your friendship or give a traditional romantic gift of a dozen or more red roses. Select [...]