Thanking Mom on Her Special Day

On May 14, we celebrate some of the most important people in our lives. Of course, our wonderful moms deserve recognition all year long, but on this day we honor their affection, commitment, and huge heart in a special way. And whether you have a mother, stepmother, grandmother, or mother-in-law in your life – this is your chance to convey your gratitude to them. Mother's Day will be here before you know it, and Nanz & Kraft Florists is ready with beautiful floral designs that will emulate her true inner beauty. Quick History: In the United Kingdom, they have been observing "Mothering Sunday" since the 1600's. but Mother's Day as we know it here in America was established in 1908. In other words, Nanz & Kraft Florist was providing beautiful flowers to Louisville for 58 years before even the first Mother's Day! Read More about Thanking Mom on Her Special Day »

Prom Flowers & Corsages for Mom

In ancient cultures, the floral corsage was worn to ward off evil spirits, especially during special events such as weddings. Because flowers and herbs were also thought to protect people from illness and disease, eventually corsages and boutonnieres were worn nearly every day. However, as the centuries passed, beliefs changed and medical knowledge increased, the usage of flowers for these purposes waned and became more of a luxury. By the late 17th century, floral corsages were primarily used as a gift of courtship and romantic admiration. Today, corsages and boutonnieres are for special formal occasions - as prom flowers, for formal events, graduation ceremonies, and even Mother's Day. No matter what the event or celebration this spring, you can trust the designers at Nanz & Kraft Florists to create something beautiful!  Read More about Prom Flowers & Corsages for Mom »

Honoring Nurses & Teachers

There are many lesser holidays throughout the year - times set aside to honor certain people for their contributions to our lives and to the world. But few recognize the unsung heroes in our communities as well as National Teachers Week and National Nurses Week, both celebrated in early May. These two groups of people may be very different, but they are similar in one very important aspect - their love, compassion, and professionalism often stay with us long after our time with them is done. When it comes to honoring nurses and teachers, you can't go wrong at Nanz & Kraft Florists. Our collection of beautiful flowers and unique gifts is sure to provide you with the perfect way to thank the people in your life who had a huge impact - and may not even know it! A Big Week: National Teachers Week is May 7-13, 2017 while National Nurses Week is May 6-12, 2017.   Read More about Honoring Nurses & Teachers »

Caring for Healthy Indoor Plants

  If you sent plants for Administrative Professionals Week - or simply love being surrounded by green and flowering plants - the experts at Nanz & Kraft Florists are here to help keep those plants happy and thriving. And it only seems fair, since plants work so hard to keep us healthy! In fact, we offer an entire collection of plants which have the ability to cleanse our indoor air and eliminate airborne toxins. Given that the Healthy Plant Collection will improve your air quality and literally let you breathe easier, let's take a look at how we can keep them beautiful as well.  Read More about Caring for Healthy Indoor Plants »

Show Appreciation for Assistants and Administrative Professionals

When you think about everything required to run a successful business, not only are the customers or consumers important - but so are the employees, assistants and administrative professionals that keep operations running like a well-oiled machine. It only seems appropriate to have a special week to recognize these hard-working individuals. National Administrative Professionals Week is your chance to say “Thank You!” for all they do. This year the week kicks off on April 23rd. Show your appreciation for the hard-working professionals in your Louisville office with a beautiful floral design or desktop plant to decorate their workspace. At Nanz & Kraft Florist, we work as hard as you do to deliver the best in quality and service, directly to your place of business. For this special week, and for every special occasion, give us a call. Read More about Show Appreciation for Assistants and Administrative Professionals »

Celebrate Easter with Spring Flowers

There are many ways to celebrate Easter Sunday. Some people get up and watch their children discover their Easter baskets, and some wake up early to attend a faith-based sunrise service. Some help children gleefully search for multi-colored eggs and others begin cooking as soon as they get up, anticipating family dinner. Whether you go to church or settle in with your candy, there is a tradition for everyone. And at Nanz & Kraft Florists, we help you to create more beautiful traditions, with spring flowers and floral designs for all of your Easter activities. But first, some delicious and fun Easter trivia. As a country, our favorite Easter candy is the tried and true chocolate bunny - and nearly 80% of us eat that bunny's ears first!  Read More about Celebrate Easter with Spring Flowers »

Celebrating with April Daisies

If we asked you to name a flower that completely embodies the essence of springtime, chances are the daisy would come to mind. But although you may imagine the iconic gold and white variety, this deceivingly simple looking flower comes in over 4,000 species, and grows naturally on every continent of the globe except Antarctica. Daisies come in the full spectrum of color and represent almost 10% of the flowering plants in the world.  No matter what your special occasion or event, the daisy is a classic choice - and Nanz & Kraft Florists are the best floral experts to call for the freshest, most exquisite cut daisies in Louisville. What's in a Name? The name daisy is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word "daes eage" which means "day's eye", so named because the flower opens its petals when the sun rises and closes them at sunset.   Read More about Celebrating with April Daisies »

Bring Home a New Friend – National Puppy Day

National Puppy Day is a grassroots effort to encourage people to foster, rescue and adopt puppies (and older dogs) from shelters. Established 10 years ago by Coleen Paige, an advocate of animal rights, the movement has gained acceptance globally - thanks primarily to the power of social media. Puppies bring so much love and joy into our lives, and we think a day that a campaign to make their lives better is a great idea. Sadly, there is a long way to go to give every furry friend a home. By the Numbers: Nearly 4 million dogs are surrendered to animal shelters across the country annually. Only one-third of those animals will be adopted into forever families, while 1.7 million dogs will be euthanized. With so many dogs languishing in shelters or losing their lives, National Puppy Day hopes to raise awareness and stop overpopulation and breeding-for-profit.  Read More about Bring Home a New Friend – National Puppy Day »

Green Plants and Flowers

There is no doubt that the Irish culture is embedded in our own. We have phrases that are a part of our everyday life, we have foods that comfort us, and we even have a holiday that celebrates all things from Ireland. Interestingly enough, St. Patrick's Day was originally a religious observance honoring a man who was not even Irish - yet today, the over 36 million Americans who claim this heritage see March 17th as a day set aside for parades, green beer, and the wearing o' the green. St. Patrick's Day is a diverse cultural feast day, and one which everyone loves partaking in, whether Irish or not. St. Maewyn's Day? Saint Patrick's birth name was Maewyn Succat. He was born in Great Britain but adored in Ireland after single-handedly bringing Christianity to the nation.   Read More about Green Plants and Flowers »

Bring on the Springtime Flowers

By the time that spring officially arrives, the weather in Louisville has begun to warm up, the days are getting longer, and the colors have begun to return to the landscape. The crocus and daffodil, both considered the first harbingers of the season, have shown their face in many places. And at Nanz & Kraft Florist, our floral designers are ready to create amazing seasonal bouquets to celebrate the arrival of spring. Spring flowers are here, and they are beautiful! The hallmark of arrangements created from springtime flowers is the vivid color and variety. Designers use a lot of green to represent the renewal and rebirth, and vibrant purple, orange, pink, and blue add the excitement to the design.  Read More about Bring on the Springtime Flowers »