Brighten The Shortest Day of the Year with Flowers

Posted By Allen's Flower Market On Tuesday, 20 December 2022 Back

Brighten The Shortest Day of the Year with Flowers

Brighten The Shortest Day of the Year with Flowers

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Brighten The Shortest Day of the Year with Flowers

Make Flowers Central to your Transition to Winter

Happy Winter Solstice from Allen’s Flower Market! Have you noticed how the days have been getting shorter and the nights have been getting cozier? It all culminates today - this is officially the shortest day of the year, meaning that from here on, you can look forward to a slight increase in daylight every day while you bask in the cozy delights that winter has to offer.

Winter Solstice is a great time to reflect, get together with family and friends, and be intentional about the holidays and upcoming New Year’s celebrations. Does the winter season get you down? Here are some solstice ideas that might help take the edge off and brighten your perspective on winter:

  • Cozy up around an outdoor fire. Nothing is more delightful than seeing your loved ones’ faces in warm firelight. In Scandinavia, people revisit the origins of the solstice by singing songs and gathering by firelight. Bundle up, head outdoors, and gather your loved ones around a big fire. If you want to go all out, serve ginger cookies and warm mulled wine. Whether a bonfire feels symbolic or simply a nice way to stay warm, you can draw on exciting traditions by cozying up around the fire.
  • Go wild with candlelight. In many cultures, from Persia to Japan to Canada, lighting candles is an essential way to observe the winter solstice. Canadians have a beautiful tradition of burning candles in paper bags called luminaria. Use them to light up your yard, patio, or balcony. The more luminaria you set up, the more magical they are.
  • Pop a squash in the oven. Japanese cultures enjoy eating delicious Kabocha squash on the winter solstice. Not only is squash seasonal in winter – it tastes great! If you want to get indulgent, a bath in citrus fruits is another Japanese specialty that will refresh you and boost your immunity. 

Whether you’re hanging out under a warm blanket at home or gathering with friends and family, the winter solstice is a great reminder to take advantage of the changing seasons to set intentions, beautify your space, and take a breather from the hectic details of the holiday season. Brighten up the shortest day of the year with flowers! Winter whites make an elegant statement in any room. The rustic Elegance in White pairs cheery, locally grown ranunculus with elegant rose lilies. Our playful White Wizard arrangement pairs lilies with hydrangeas, roses, and green foliage. Bring a little pastel into your solstice with our Rose Blush arrangement, a happy blend of pink roses and buds in a clear glass vase.

For three generations, our family-owned business has brought a touch of magic to holidays and special occasions. Allen’s Flower Market offers a complete selection of fresh-cut, skillfully arranged flowers to take your celebration to new heights. We are proud to offer same-day delivery of fresh flowers locally across Southern California and nationwide. The solstice falls during a busy season – let us make things easy for you. Arrange a floral delivery today.