Valentine’s Day Flowers (And the Meaning Behind Them)

Are you ready for Valentine’s Day? If you haven’t ordered flowers for your love yet, now is the time to do so. Before you make your selection, take the time to look a little more closely at… Read More about Valentine’s Day Flowers (And the Meaning Behind Them) »

Finding the Perfect Birthday Carnations Arrangement

For over 2,000 years, carnations have been carefully cultivated and treasured by those who appreciate the beauty of the bloom. Over the generations, the flowers have been specially bred to produce a variety of lovely colors, including reds, pinks,… Read More about Finding the Perfect Birthday Carnations Arrangement »

Celebrating Houseplant Appreciation Day

Houseplant Appreciation Day was formed to fall at the end of the holiday season each year. The perfect placement of this mini holiday helps to remind people of the value and beauty offered by these indoor potted plants. Although… Read More about Celebrating Houseplant Appreciation Day »

Ah Sam – Holiday Centerpieces

The holidays have a way of revealing your signature style, right down to what sits in the center of your Christmas dinner table. Maybe you kick off the holiday season early and decorate every inch of your home with classic… Read More about Ah Sam – Holiday Centerpieces »

All About Christmas Poinsettias

At Ah Sam Floral Co., the premier florist in San Mateo, we know that the poinsettia plant is virtually synonymous with the Christmas season. Whether sprouting brilliant red, white, or pink flowers, poinsettias symbolize warmth, joy, and holiday spirit. Read More about All About Christmas Poinsettias »

Holiday Decor

It’s finally time! While there are fun reasons to decorate all year round, there is nothing like the warmth of the holiday season. Whatever tradition your family celebrates this time of year, adorning your home with beautiful flowers is a… Read More about Holiday Decor »

Thanksgiving Cornucopias

With only days to go, it’s time to make sure all the details are taken care of. From the menu, to the guests to the décor, preparing for the Thanksgiving meal is as much a tradition as the meal… Read More about Thanksgiving Cornucopias »

The History of Thanksgiving

There were only 102 passengers on board the Mayflower in 1620. A small band of people looking for freedom of religious expression, prosperity and land ownership packed onto the ships with high hopes of a new life. It took… Read More about The History of Thanksgiving »

Ah Sam Florist – World Peace Day

In the 1990’s, self proclaimed “Peaceguy” Don Morris created World Peace Day, which occurs on November 17 annually. The “holiday” is not an official event, although over the years the grass roots effort has gained quite a lot of… Read More about Ah Sam Florist – World Peace Day »

Ah Sam – Dahlias

The dahlia is one of the stand out flowers of fall-blooming through the season, and showcasing every color of the spectrum, this bloom is is a favorite go-to flower for florists this time of year. Originally native to Mexico,… Read More about Ah Sam – Dahlias »