The Basics of a Sarasota Wedding Budget

Experts tell us that no matter what your dream wedding looks like – whether formal or casual, professionally planned or DIY – that brides allocate their budget fairly consistently across the board. In other words, nearly 50% of any budget… Read More about The Basics of a Sarasota Wedding Budget »

Thanking Your Mom on Mother’s Day

There are countless Moms in the world, but only one of them is yours. And that means that on May 14, you need the perfect flowers for Mother's Day - after all, only the best will do for this amazing woman. She is a counselor, nurse, storyteller, teacher, coach, confidante, and best friend, all of which qualify her for recognition and gratitude. But it is the love of a mother that makes her the most beautiful woman in the world, and on Mother's Day, we celebrate this very special bond. The Many Faces of Mother's Day: Beneva knows that while motherhood is a calling, not every "Mom" is biological. We recognize the women who have stepped in to fill a void, whether it be a stepmom, an adoptive or foster mom, a grandmother, or a family friend. This day is about anyone who loved you and raised you - and we honor them all!  Read More about Thanking Your Mom on Mother’s Day »

Flowers on Your Wedding Cake

There are many ways to incorporate flowers into your wedding day, but none is so sweet as wedding cake florals. Although cake designers are proficient at creating flowers out of sugar, fresh flowers will add a beautifully unique vibrancy to… Read More about Flowers on Your Wedding Cake »

Wearable Flowers for Proms and Moms

It is prom season across the country, and teenagers everywhere are searching for the perfect gown, the coolest tux, and of course - the most beautiful flowers. Wearable flowers are a key element of any spring formal or prom - and whether you are looking for a beautiful wrist corsage, a regal floral crown, or a suave boutonniere, you can be assured that the expert floral designers at Beneva are working hard to make sure that you have the freshest and most trendy floral creations.  Read More about Wearable Flowers for Proms and Moms »

Recognizing Nurses & Teachers

"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader". - John Quincy Adams There are many inspirational leaders in our Sarasota community, but few can influence as many lives as teachers and nurses. And although they have chosen very different professions, they have a very important thing in common - their heart to pour themselves into the lives of others. In May, we are given the opportunity to honor both of these special groups of people. Beneva has seen the impact that beautiful floral arrangement can have in making someone feel appreciated, and we look forward to helping you to let your favorite teachers and nurses know just how much they matter to you!  Read More about Recognizing Nurses & Teachers »

Caring for Your Indoor Green Plants

Living in Sarasota, we love bringing the outdoors in. From sunrooms to lanais, one of the most popular ways to decorate is with beautiful green and flowering plants. With only a few frost days a year, we can keep our plants thriving year-round. But even if you do not have a green thumb, the experts at Beneva Flowers have the expertise and advice that you need to fill your environment with beauty - not to mention, the highest quality green and flowering plants! Don't Forget! Administrative Professionals Week is coming up, beginning April 23rd! Plants make an exceptional office gift - check out our collection here. Read More about Caring for Your Indoor Green Plants »

Exceed Your Wedding Expectations, Not Your Budget

Every couple planning a wedding is looking forward to a perfect day, and their dream wedding day generally includes beautiful flowers. However, most engaged couples also have a set budget which may dictate the flowers which they can afford. At Beneva Weddings, we are committed to designing the desired ambiance for your Sarasota wedding, from your ceremony flowers to your reception arrangements. In order to give you the most amazing wedding day possible, we wish to offer a few planning suggestions which should guarantee that your expectations are exceeded -  without exceeding your budget.  Read More about Exceed Your Wedding Expectations, Not Your Budget »

Beneva Awarded #1 Again

Beneva & Plantscapes was founded in 1986 as a small, local flower shop at 6980 Beneva Road by Arthur Conforti Sr., and his family. When Conforti retired in 1992, his son, Art, took over the family business and has since… Read More about Beneva Awarded #1 Again »

Wedding Color Ideas We Love

When it comes to weddings, there are many traditions we take for granted. But as brides increasingly break with the customary ways of doing things, wedding planners are seeing inventive and fresh ideas emerging. From colorful bridal gowns to extravagant themed events, a wedding day is anything you want it to be. Wedding color palettes are no exception - while there are some rules that many brides still follow, the experts at Beneva Flowers are beginning to see a new desire for the unconventional. When planning your Sarasota wedding, consider one or more of these colorful concepts! Read More about Wedding Color Ideas We Love »

Administrative Professionals Week Gifts

There are many elements needed to operate a successful business, and most executives understand that having the right employees is critical to their success. Whether answering the phones, greeting customers, or entering data, administrative professionals keep operations running like a well-oiled machine. Therefore it seems appropriate that we should set aside a whole week to acknowledge these dedicated individuals. National Administrative Professionals Week is your annual opportunity to say “Thank You!” for all they do. No matter what type of Sarasota business you run, convey your appreciation to your administrative pros with a floral arrangement, green plant, or delicious gift from Beneva.  Read More about Administrative Professionals Week Gifts »