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Aries: the Ram
March 21 - April 19
Born under the symbol of the sure-footed ram, Aries are drawn
to adventure. With their dynamic personalities, confidence and
contagious energy, you won't find many shrinking violets in
this crowd. Add to the mix an attraction to the unexpected,
and it becomes clear that these folks are best suited to an
arrangement that's a little off the beaten path. Choose a
bouquet filled with exotic and colorful
stargazer
lilies, a nothing-demure-about-it bunch of bighearted
sunflowers
or a seasonal mix of a variety of blooms, all in bold,
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Taurus: the
Bull
April 20
- May 20
Even though they're best known for a kinship to their sign's
symbol of the fierce and headstrong bull, a Taurus also
possesses a warmhearted, romantic side. Balancing their
practical, dependable nature is a strong aesthetic for
beautiful things, pleasure and comfort. Cater to a Taurus's
down-to-earth (and sometimes thorny) disposition, while still
indulging their appreciation for nature's exquisite beauty,
with a bouquet of striking
mixed
colored roses, the strong-stemmed, but softly curved,
bloom of an
iris, or the long-lasting (practical) nature of a
carnation,
cleverly disguised by its soft, feathery petals and delicate
scent. |
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Gemini: the
Twins
May 21 - June 20
Born under the sign of the heavenly twins, Gemini's have
highly adaptable and versatile personalities. One of the most
creative of all the signs, they're forever young and playful,
with a lively (sometimes bordering on a bit mischievous)
imagination. Expressive, clever and talkative, their sociable
personalities keep them busy—always quick to hunt up fun and
companions at the drop of a hat. Choose an arrangement that's
filled with spirited, cheerful blooms like
gerbera,
daisies
or dahlias—or a creative mixed arrangement in a summery,
lighthearted palette. A bouquet featuring the twin, ruffled
blooms of
lisianthus could hardly be more appropriate. |
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Cancer: the
Crab
June 21 - July 22
Often considered the most emotional of all the signs, it's not
surprising to find a bunch of incurable romantics in the group
that's born under the sign of Cancer. Some say the Cancerian
personality can be boiled down to one word—sensitivity—and
along with this comes a patient, sociable and loving
disposition. With their need to protect and nurture, and their
preference for simple comfort over showiness, earthy, simple
flowers like
daisies and asters or a flowering plant, like a
chrysanthemum would suit them well.
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Leo: the Lion
July 23 - August 22
The most dominant, spontaneously creative and extroverted of
all the zodiac signs, the Leo is also warmhearted, generous
and loving—after all, with the lion as their symbol, they are
king of the beasts. Strong, honorable, self-confident and
dignified, they think and act big—loving the limelight
(stealing it, if they have to). An arrangement with grand
proportions—something featuring tall
snapdragons
or gladioli—will reflect their majestic, powerful qualities. A
gift basket
filled with sweet and savory treats will instantly make them
center stage, providing them with a party to share with (and
impress) those around them. |
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Virgo: the
Virgin
August 23 - September 22
With a penchant for detail, the Virgo personality is known for
its meticulous and diligent characteristics. Though inherently
modest and shy, they are still waters that run deep.
Underneath their frequently unassuming, reserved exteriors,
you'll find a wise and witty side with a keen understanding of
the rest of us. Intelligent, with a tendency to live in their
heads, an arrangement that provokes their fun-loving side,
like dendrobium orchids or asiatic lilies will be a welcome
treat. Choose an arrangement or plant dominated by creamy
white blooms to reflect their love of purity, or pick
something with smaller blossoms to cater to their sense of
refinement and sophistication. |
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Libra: the
Scales
September 23 - October 22
Considered by many to be the most desirable of the zodiac
signs, because it represents the zenith of the year when the
harvest of all the hard work of the spring is reaped, the
Libra—with its symbol of the scales—personifies perfect
balance and harmony. Romantic and charming, Libras are
naturally kind and gentle, with a love of beauty, harmony and
the pleasures that these things bring. A gift of an orchid,
with its graceful profile and delicate blossoms, reflects the
Libra's elegance and refined taste. A mixed arrangement of
blooms in complementary colors will please their sensibility
for beauty in artful balance. Or, choose a bouquet with roses
to stir up their romantic side. |
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Scorpio: the
Scorpion
October 23 - November 21
Powerful and passionate, the Scorpio is the most intense signs
of the zodiac. Their tenacity and willpower are immense, their
conviction strong (if not, at times, overwhelming), and yet
they are also deeply sensitive and easily moved by their
emotions. Indulge the sensual and passionate Scorpio with
arrangements that are bursting with wonderfully fragrant
blossoms like stock or freesia or the texturally rich callas
and tropical foliage plants. When inspired, it's said that
Scorpios can exceed limits in almost all endeavors (they're
known as having the greatest likelihood of becoming geniuses
than those born to any other sign), so your creative gift of
flowers may not only fill them with pleasure but launch the
next great thing as well. |
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Sagittarius:
the Archer
November 22 - December 21
The Centaur, the combination of horse and man and the symbol
of Sagittarius, represents a combination of powerful intellect
teamed with physical strength and energy. These are strong,
independent spirits, full of energy, versatility and
adventurousness. The Sagittarius loves travel and
exploration—the more so because their minds are constantly
open to new dimensions of thought. Ambitious and optimistic,
these are the types of people whose hopes are not easily
dashed, and who, perhaps because of this, tend to find much
luck in life. Satisfy this restless soul's appetite for
adventure and exotic lands with an arrangement filled with
protea or anthurium. Or, reflect their jovial and generous
personality with a bouquet featuring lighthearted and cheerful
mixed gerbera. |
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Capricorn: the
Seagoat
December 22 - January 19
The responsible, reliable Capricorn is one of the most stable
and serious of the zodiac signs. With practicality and
self-discipline such a strong part of their nature, they
sometimes need a little coaxing to bring out their more
lighthearted, fun side. Cater to their practicality (and egg
on their inner child), with an arrangement that arrives in its
own unique keepsake—a shiny, model car or a colorful mug that
can be used to store small items or pens after the flowers
fade. Their responsible, dependable personalities make them
ideal caretakers for a long-lasting green plant. Or choose an
arrangement filled with some harbingers of springtime like
tulips or hyacinths—and help the frequently all-too-serious
Capricorn lighten up. |
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Aquarius: the
Water Carrier
January 20 - February 18
Fueled by the
Aquarian's strong imagination and intuition, the much
anticipated Age of Aquarius is seen as a period in which we
will experience a great spiritual awakening. Although they
crave independence, Aquarians also have a strong, romantic
streak, being exceptionally committed and faithful to those
they love. Along with their honest and loyal nature, they
possess a positive and optimistic outlook. Choose an
arrangement that resonates with their spiritual and intuitive
qualities—like a tranquil
phalaenopsis orchid. Or fuel their romantic streak with a
bouquet filled with majestic
callas, lush foliage or fragrant freesia—known to
represent trust and faithfulness. |
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Pisces: the
Fishes
February 19 - March 20
The less flamboyant of all the zodiac signs, Pisces possess a
gentle and patient nature and excel at understanding others
and themselves more so than any other sign. With a great sense
of generosity, compassion and sensitivity, it's not surprising
that they tend to be popular with all kinds of people.
Easygoing and affectionate, they lead with emotion rather than
rationality, instinct more than intellect. An arrangement
filled with soft-colored blooms like
tulips,
or with an understated elegance like delicate daffodils will
complement their preference for subtlety. Or choose an
arrangement featuring small blossoms like
alstroemeria
or a flowering
azalea
plant—both big in beauty but modest in design.
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