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March 7, 2009
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This week Village Florist will introduce Decorative Branches that are popular in season now. We have a carefully chosen selection of decorative branches that will dramatically enhance spaces ranging from that empty side-table or bookshelf to a grand atrium.
Curly Willow 
The twisting form of Curly Willow branches has helped make them one of the most popular of the decorative branches. Our current stock of dried Curly Willow branches can be shaped after a few hours of soaking, allowing you to have much more control over their form than you would with fresh or other dried branches. 
 
CURLY WILLOW is an ideal choice for:
- tall centerpieces
- decorating on a budget
- filling a large vase
Pussy Willow 
Pussy Willows are a classic precursor of spring, opening well before the crocuses and snowdrops. While we only have them for a few months, yours can last indefinitely if you simply drop them into a vase without water and allow them to dry. 
 
Pussy Willow are a great choice for:
- tall centerpieces
- a classic accent
- hanging objects
- evoking spring
Forsythia
This beautiful branch with
yellow flowers is in season
for couple more weeks.
When using woody stems and branches such as forsythia, cut the stem with sharp pruning shears. Place them in warm water containing fresh flower food to promote flower opening.
 
Cherry Blossom
The famous trees, a gift from Japan in 1912, signal the coming of Spring. The most important factor in determining the blooming time of cherry trees is the geographical location. Basically, the milder the climate, the earlier the blossoms open.
 
Now is a great time to purchase all these beautiful decorative branches for your house! Just a simple way to add style to your home. 

Sincerely,
 
Michael & Kathy Hsing, Owners
Village Florist & Gifts