http://pickontario.ca/wordpress Fresh Flowers & Plants - Ontario, Canada Fri, 06 Aug 2010 20:17:45 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Breakfast Television welcomes Frank Ferragine of Frankie's Flowers to talk about great Ontario flowers that are available right now! Frank showcases Gladiolas, Alstroemerias, Lilies, Chrysanthemums and gorgeous Orchids all grown right here in Ontario. Watch Video http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/08/06/pickontario-promoted-on-breakfast-television/ People generally have a positive response to the energy that flowers and plants radiate. Therefore, flowers and plants are thought to bring a sense of warmth and energy to any interior space. When there are no flowers or plants in a room, that room is often seen as dull, and ... http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/08/06/making-friends-feel-at-home-with-flowers/ Article by Dave Harrison of Greenhouse Canada Governments are wise to promote the health benefits of vegetables. There are national campaigns, well funded by government, that press the point. So why don’t ornamental plants, that are also good for your health, attract the same attention? On the produce side, Canada has the ... http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/07/07/not-only-veggies-are-healthy-for-you/ With support of Ontario greenhouse growers, pickOntario showcases varieties of local flowers on Ontario's well known Breakfast Television. The cast and hosts of Breakfast Television were amazed at the large variety and quality of product grown right here in Ontario. Fresh product is delivered to the set from numerous local ... http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/07/06/pickontario-flowers-on-breakfast-television/ We are constantly searching for better health and contentment in our lives. We try the newest exercises and look for the cure-all remedy, hoping they will make us healthy and happy. Sometimes the simplest things in life, like flowers, can help to fulfill our pursuit of happiness and help us ... http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/07/06/flowers-food-for-the-soul/ Toronto, ON (June 8, 2010) – As the weather begins to warm up it seems as though love is the air and we all know what that means: Wedding Season.  For brides, a large part of their wedding planning is choosing the bouquet that they will carry in addition to ... http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/07/06/what-flowers-will-make-the-pick-for-your-wedding/ In early spring of this year, pickOntario held their first Design Contest. Florists from across Ontario submitted floral arrangements made with all Ontario grown products. The top 3 arrangement and the florists that designed them were invited to Canada Blooms for the final round of voting. Consumers voted and named ... http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/07/06/pickontario-design-contest-winners-take-limo-tour-of-ontario-greenhouses/ On April 23-25, the Direct Energy Center was filled with people of all ages eager to see what new and exciting exhibits the Green Living Show 2010 had to offer. The Green Living Show is Toronto’s largest “green” consumer show dedicated to educating the public about easy and workable solutions for ... http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/05/11/green-living-show-2010-press-release/ pickOntario teams up with Oak Farms on their deliveries to show the emotional benefits of receiving flowers!   Watch Video http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/05/11/pickontario-in-the-field-with-oak-farms/ Pick Only The Best For Your Mom   Toronto, ON (April 30, 2010) – With Mother’s Day approaching on May 9th many sons and daughters will be looking for that perfect gift for their mom. What better way to thank your mom and show her how much she’s loved than with ... http://pickontario.ca/wordpress/index.php/2010/05/11/mothers-day-press-release/