What makes a quality silk flower? Pioneer Imports & Wholesale’s owner, David Botchick, answers this common question and shares his expert advice on selecting silk floral supplies.David says one of the first steps to choosing a quality product is something he learned as he was starting off in ...

With relaxed and informal celebrations on the rise, flowers look more organic, garden-like and free form. A natural wicker basket for the flower girl is the perfect complement to the fresh-picked feeling. And with inventory space often being at a premium in your shop, it also helps knowing that ...

One of the biggest home decor trends during America’s year at home was to paint the front door, and often a bold color. This means that your clients are paying attention to their curb appeal and hungry for a cheerful entry. Help them extend their living space this season with flowers and ...

“This will be a great pick-me-up for my friend in the hospital!” “I’m on my way to dinner at a neighbor’s house.” We’ve all heard customers make these comments time and time again. Flowers and plants really are the best gift for everyday occasions. That’s why we’ve invested in ...

When space is at a premium, floral designers and boutique owners know to have versatile containers on hand that work for a multitude of purposes. Spring, inherently feeling light and natural, means baskets are an essential

If you Googled “Inspiring Home Office” or “Best Home Offices”  right now, do you know what you would find in every single image result? Green plants. Florists, garden centers and interior designers everywhere, rejoice! People are getting it! Now what do you do to capitalize on the ...

Do you know what your best-selling flower is? That’s probably easy to answer. What about color? According to digital marketing research, 85% of shoppers say that color is their primary reason for buying a product.  This is good news because, as artists, you have the ability to try new textures ...

In the midst of turmoil, we know you and your clients are hoping to evoke a relaxing feeling. The Forest Path Collection and its springlike florals signify renewal and abundance. We have seen (and will continue to see) this style prevalent in weddings as it highlights earthly beauty like in a ...

When my wife and I started Pioneer 44 years ago, I went to my supplier and asked him how much it would cost to buy a line of silk flowers. He explained how many flowers I would need, and how many colors. Unfortunately, we couldn’t afford it, nor did we have the space! We were working out of the ...

When it comes to spring and summer designs, some items just fit perfectly. Lemons are one of those. No philosophical explanation needed, our Lemon Grove Collection simply embodies sweet, sunny days. We are still in a global state of needing an extra dose of optimism and lemons do this organically. ...