Mr. and Mrs. Kuroki married in 1956.  The couple worked very hard to build a life for themselves on their cow farm, and, raised two children, as well.  Then, Mrs. Kuroki unexpectedly lost her eyesight at the untimely age of 52.  She was absolutely heartbroken and began to isolate herself from the rest of the world.

Mr. Kuroki couldn’t stand to see his wife like this, so he started thinking of ways to cheer her up.  For two years, this devoted husband worked to produce a beautiful garden for his beloved wife to enjoy.

Now, thousands visit their home every Spring, delighting in the sea of pink flowers that represent this poignant love story.  To read more, visit My Modern Met.

By far the most popular arrangement image we have ever shared is this design from Ovando, NY, which was featured in O Magazine a few years ago.
It is noticed and re-pinned consistently throughout the year and is extremely popular for Valentine’s Day.  Simple Stunning!

 HISTORIC SAN FRANCISCO SHOP FOR SALE

IXIA ~ SAN FRANCISCO, CA

After 32 years, founder and renowned floral designer Gary Weiss, of IXIA, is retiring and selling his historically significant Market Street boutique.

IXIA was one of the original fine florists profiled in B|Brooks Fine Flowers ® first guide to fine florists, Fine Flowers by Phone (Atlantic 1989).  IXIA has maintained its standard of excellence for decades, building a brand that is timeless.

This high traffic, high profile shop, with an international reputation for magical floral artistry, invites interested buyers to contact:

Peter Goss at Zephyr Real Estate, San Francisco, CA, for more information. 415.505.4677

FOR MORE DETAILS VIEW:

  IXIA Business Opportunity Statement

petergoss@zephyrsf.com

BBrooks member Maxines Floral, WA, created this stunning 4′ display featuring Red Roses, phalaenopsis orchids, hydrangea, and blooming branches in clear glass. Bravo!!

BBrooks member Muscari Flowers & Events, NY, created this beautiful arrangement of Roses, Tulips, and, Cymbidiums in the deepest shades of red.
Looks good enough to eat!

BBrooks member The Flower Bazaar, FL, created this stylized display of long stem Red Roses with accents of bear grass and safari sunset.  Sleek!

BBrooks member Tesoro Flowers, CA, know how to get the MARDI GRAS party started with these colorful and showy orchids displayed in clear trumpet vases!

The showy Gloriosa Lily would be the perfect floral representative for Chinese New Year.  Gung Hay Fat Choy!  Image as seen at HouseTrends Magazine.

Preferring to steer clear of the ubiquitous and clichéd red rose, each year BBrooks member Bloomsbury Flowers, UK, puts together a bespoke design for Valentine’s Day, which never includes red flowers of any variety.  The ‘Purple Passion’ is 2016’s design; this hand-tied arrangement is made up with a romantic and stylish combination of purple and lilac seasonal flowers chosen from roses, spray roses, astrantia, clematis, anemones and tulips brought together with a mix of seasonal foliage and rosemary for extra scent and texture.  This most romantic of bouquets is presented in water, in their signature, tissue-lined box.

Valentines love purple anemones, antique hydrangea, and, vanda orchids, too!
As featured by BBrooks member Villa Feliz, AZ.