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Business Insider
09-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Bouqs' next-day flower delivery is 20% off for Mother's Day — Score the deal's final hours
Bouqs Mother's Day is right around the corner, but for the procrastinators out there, it's not too late to surprise your mom with a beautiful arrangement. While many flower delivery services are already sold out or charging high last-minute prices, Bouqs is an affordable option that offers quality and convenience — and it's promoting a limited-time discount. Bouqs is still providing flower delivery to select cities. For a limited time, you can get 20% off your order with the code LASTCHANCE. But don't wait — this offer is only available for a few more hours, making now the perfect time to act. After testing dozens of services and flower arrangements, Bouqs stands out as our top pick for flower delivery. The brand partners with eco-friendly farms to offer a wide variety of stunning, responsibly sourced bouquets that are perfect for making your mom feel special this Sunday. Not only do we recommend Bouqs for your last-second Mother's Day gift — we're also trusting the service to treat our moms on the Insider Reviews team, too. Deputy executive editor and coauthor of our flower delivery service guide, Lauren Savoie, already scooped this deal to gift someone special in her life this weekend. Here's what she had to say: "I realized last minute that I hadn't sent one of the moms in my life a gift for Mother's Day, and I was worried I had missed the boat completely (and I had for several flower delivery services). I was super relieved to find a great deal on next-day roses from the Bouqs — I was prepared to pay a premium for last-minute delivery, so the Mother's Day deal really made my day. I'm a bit of a flower snob and I trust The Bouqs; my coworkers and I have tested well over 50 bouquets for our guide to the best flower delivery services and after a new round of testing we actually named The Bouqs the best overall because it's proven reliable and affordable and has a great selection of choices, so it feels like you can find something unique for your recipient." The deal and delivery windows won't last for long, though. If you're hustling to cover all of your gifting bases, don't miss out on your chance to order today.
Epoch Times
29-04-2025
- Climate
- Epoch Times
What Is the Best Season for Planting Perennials?
Ready to get your garden growing this spring? You probably have a few plants, flowers, and vegetables in mind. Perhaps you're considering perennials such as rosemary, ferns, or lavender. But is this the right time of year to plant them? What is the best time for planting perennials, and what are the ways to ensure your beautiful plants thrive? Here's what you need to know for your most verdant garden yet. What Is the Best Season for Planting Perennials? Perennials technically can survive all seasons, but if you want to plant one, the best time to do that is after the last frost, says Kaylyn Hewitt, lead floral designer and senior content manager for The Bouqs. However, if it is quite a bit past the last frost in your hardiness zone, that doesn't mean there isn't an opportunity to plant your perennials for the season. It is best to get on this immediately, though. According to Hewitt, planting your perennials at the beginning of spring is okay if it is not too hot outside. So, if it's before Memorial Day and perhaps you are still wearing a jacket outside, don't wait. Buy your seeds as soon as possible because you may still be within a good planting window. Alternatively, if it's a little too warm to plant your perennials right now, you haven't lost your opportunity for the year. You just need to wait for the temperatures to start dropping again. 'You can also plant your garden before the first frost in fall.' According to Hewitt, 'The benefits of the fall weather will allow for your plant's roots to grow stronger before the colder months.' You may also need to surround your new plants with mulch to keep them warm during the winter. What is The Worst Season for Planting Perennials? If temperatures are rising and you're spending your time at the beach, take that time to enjoy the sand instead of spending the days tending to your garden. 'I would not suggest planting your perennial garden in the summer. The temperatures are a bit too harsh for new plants, and you will need lots of water to ensure survival,' says Hewitt. 'You want your plants to develop nice strong roots before the summer months.' Extra Considerations Before you plant your perennials, it's crucial to take care of the soil. 'That includes adding compost or any nutrient-rich organic matter that is going to create a healthy spot for your plants to thrive. Since the goal is for the plants to stay in the same spot for many years, you want to make sure the soil is well taken care of,' says Hewitt. Another thing to keep in mind: While you might be excited to plant your garden in the coming weeks, don't forget that not all perennials have the same soil, water, and care requirements. So, be sure to research your plants before buying seeds. Then plan out your garden for the season and create a maintenance schedule. Related Stories 4/25/2025 4/15/2025 Dear Readers: We would love to hear from you. What topics would you like to read about? Please send your feedback and tips to
