QG Floral + Landscape

QG Floral + Landscape

Posted by Peter Zuccarello on May 31, 2025 Holidays Summer Flowers

A Sensational Summer of Blooms, Backyard Parties & Fresh Ideas

Summer isn’t just a season, it’s a state of mind. At QG Floral, the best florist in Manhattan, we’re bringing the season to life with blooms that channel salty air, crashing waves, and carefree joy. Whether you’re decking out a summer house, dreaming up your fresh seasonal tablescape, or freshening up your favorite nook, we’ve got your floral fix. Explore our summer playlist below for all the sun-soaked inspiration, tips, tricks, and holiday hacks you didn’t know you needed. This is your summer to shine and bloom.

Birth Flowers

Nothing says “I love you” like a birthday bouquet filled with symbolic stems and birth flowers! From the sweet charm of June’s roses to the bold spirit of August’s gladioli, our birth flower guide will help you create the most meaningful surprise.

Card Messaging

Summer’s special occasions deserve more than pretty petals; they also deserve heartfelt words. Let our card messaging guide inspire you with sweet, thoughtful notes for every significant moment.

Favorite Summer Botanicals

Say hello to your new summer must-haves. These seasonal stunners were born to thrive and level up any birthday party, patio decor, dinner table, or sunny countertop.

Flowers for Summer BBQs

Turn your backyard into a summer BBQ haven with fresh, fun flowers displayed in some pretty unique places. While your guests might come for the food and friends, they’ll certainly stay for the ambiance.

Memorial Day

Flowers have a way of speaking when words fall short. This Memorial Day, they help us express our gratitude and remember the brave souls who gave everything for the freedoms we enjoy today. Learn more about these flower tributes and traditions.

Graduations

Make your grad’s day even more special with flowers that match their winning personality, brilliance, and go-getter spirit. From symbolic blooms to long-loved traditions, there are so many fantastic flowers for this incredible milestone.

Guide to Father’s Day

This Father’s Day, we’re honoring every kind of dad and father-figure, from the ones who raised us to the ones who showed up when we needed them most. Discover the blooms and plants that capture their unique strength, style, and heart.

Gifts for Father’s Day

Not all dads are built the same, and that’s what makes gift-giving fun. Our guide helps you match your Father’s Day gift to his personality or favorite hobby, whether that’s plants, pastries, podcasts, or being the best coach on the field. There’s something for every dad here.

Patriotic Blooms for the 4th

Think hydrangeas on the porch, crisp white napkins on the table, and a soft sea breeze in the distance. This Independence Day, dress your space with red, white, and blue arrangements that feel as effortless and stunning as summer in the Hamptons.

Niche Summer Holidays

Sunshine, spontaneous plans, and surprise holidays…summer knows how to keep things interesting! Show up with flowers for small but special days like Relaxation Day, Middle Child Day, or Just Because Day.

Flowers for Family

From Father’s Day to Aunt and Uncle Day and family reunions with relatives you haven’t seen in ages, there’s always a reason to gift your family fresh flowers that feel like a warm hug. Find out which stems will speak the loudest.

Flowers for Self-Care

In a season full of brightness, flowers help you pause and soak it in. They bring life to your home and clarity to your headspace. That’s why fresh, seasonal blooms are our go-to self-care move for Relaxation Day (August 15th). Trust us, you’ll feel the shift.

Vacation Plant Care

Summer travel plans? Yes. Stressed-out plants? Nope. Whether it’s a weekend away or a full-on family adventure, these plant care tips will keep your leafy friends happy and healthy while you’re off making memories.

Airport Pickups

Whether it’s your partner, your bestie, or your parent returning from a journey, be their hero with flowers in hand at the airport. It’s the ultimate way to say “I’m so happy you’re here!” Read our blog to get inspired.

August is Romance Month

It’s been half a year since Valentine’s Day… time for a romantic reset! August is Romance Month, which means sweet gestures, summer dates that make your heart skip a beat, and, of course, romantic flowers.

Pet-Friendly Flowers & Plants

It’s time to spoil your best furry friend this National Dog Day! Brighten their world (and yours) with a bouquet that’s as safe as it is stunning. August 26th is all about the doggos, so pick flowers that’ll charm without harm.

Flowers “Just Because”

Celebrate the art of the unexpected on August 27th — AKA Just Because Day! Send lush, summery stems to your people, just to let them know they’re on your mind. There is ALWAYS a reason to surprise loved ones with fabulous flowers.

Make the most of this season with flowers from QG Floral that brighten every corner of your life and turn your home into a summer sanctuary filled with fragrance, color, and calm.

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