Florage

02/12/2024

Today Florage went to the office and workshopped with Anthony here on his lunch break where he was able to dye his lady some flowers in her 💙 color. We talked all about why there aren't many blue flowers in nature (they are easily overlooked by pollinators as they blend into the background of the sky above). He looks so proud of the gift he made.
Hopefully we can cook up another flower science experiment for the lunchtime before mother's day. It was 🌺 fun!

11/29/2023

07/03/2023

Oh how this would just elevate a cocktail bar to the next level!

07/03/2023

Oh how this would just elevate a cocktail bar to the next level!

06/04/2023

It's always special when you get to design for family.
This bridal shower is for my cousin . We went for a classy and timeless green and white seasonal display with elements grown at my garden or foraged locally. The David Austin roses smelled heavenly. (I even had to save 2 bumblebees 🐝 who lost their direction and found their way indoors to the posey lined tables). Happy it came together almost as lovely as the couple themselves, Maeve and Mark! 🎉

04/16/2023

Tulip days are upon us.
That heat wave forced much of the Florage garden bulbs to bloom early and all at once. Nature must have known I needed some fresh color in my life and I can be greatful for that.
Hearing the birds and seeing the bees and seeing color puts me in a much better headspace. 🐝

03/28/2023

For a photo shoot. Can't wait to see how they style and use it.

03/04/2023

The Florage Painted Tulip trials continue.
We take white flowers and dye them via Osmosis (through their stem or roots as they drink).
This blend was to come out a 'charcoal' color. Not quite.
I think we need to go back to the drawing board and choose a warmer tone to mix in to the formula.
This one is pretty though. Especially since there are very few Blue flowers in nature.maybe this formula will be called "ink".
Do you have a name suggestion for this tulip color?

12/31/2022

Are you open to seeing something more exotic
this valentine's day? Taking this weekend to do some mock ups and perfect our Valentine's bday floral recipes.
Florage is known for our use of texture, 'out of the ordinary' blooms, and color combos while also staying romantic. 🌹 Roses are always a big hit for valentine's day, but we won't just stop there. 🎇
Florage will be debuting desserts from our sister company, shipping, and workshops! Reservations go live Jan 8th. First come, first serve, so head to www.floragefloralstudio.com and sign up for email notifications!

11/17/2022

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An autumnal collection of fresh blooms gathered from our own garden, other local Hudson Valley farms, and sometimes other sustainable sources outside the tri-state area when in need. Perfect for your holiday gathering, a console table, or as a hostess gift. Choose from: a Wrapped Bouquet to

11/17/2022

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A large gathering of seasonal flowers and botanical elements designed in a specialty pumpkin that we grew in the Florage garden. This was the first year we grew pumpkins and we were delighted at the magic of these tendriling vines. They grew in interesting and unique shades that vary from light gree

10/26/2022

Squished it real good. I'm seeing them all over Queens. Please kill!
Spotted lanternflies are invasive insects from Asia that recently showed up in the North East. They pose BIG problems for farmers because they eat vineyards and fruit trees, and have no known predator in the United States.

10/17/2022

Florage had a great time sharing our last flower harvest at the Pumpkin Festival today in Beacon.
Thanks for having us! 💐

10/12/2022

Making a mess and also making pretty things at last week's Croton Fall Festival/ Oktoberfest .

We are honored to be included in this event and excited for what's ahead.

10/05/2022

I can't send them off without a good meal

10/05/2022

My love of foliage, foraging, and this harvest bag from Barebones is no secret. 😁
When I 🚂 schlep it all from the gardens to the city, I wouldn't trust another bag.
A great holiday gift....unjust sayin'

10/02/2022

What colors would you like to see in 2023?
2022 was a year for growing purples and shades of peach here at Florage Gardens. I could be scared of color sometimes, and would love to know your color preference.

09/24/2022

Cactus dahlias are coming in strong in the Florage Garden.
Visit us at next week's Fall Festival in and grab a mixed bouquet 💐 of your own, or stay for a design demonstration!
Saturday Oct 8th in Vassallo Park.

09/24/2022

My beautiful grandmother 'Nana' in her Florage Flower Crown.
Do you have a mother, grandmother, or neighbor, that would glow in a crown made just for them.
Contact me at [email protected] or DM
I can customize to include their favorite flowers or wedding colors.
ALSO a mini photo shoot of 5 memorable images will be complementary!!!!.

09/23/2022

Such fun last night at Honeybee Grove's Blooms & Bubbly Floral Workshop!
I hope to be back soon to do more demonstrations, and also to bring my son to pick some flowers and pumpkins! 🎃🌸

09/13/2022

Come Florage and design with me at a Blooms & Bubbly Floral workshop hosted by my good friend at Honeybee Grove Flower Farm in Somers, NY.

Thursday Sept 22, 2022
5:45-7:45pm

Join Gabriele Montero at Honeybee Grove for a floral arrangement workshop in the flower patch.

09/07/2022

My friend has this absolutely stunning U-Pick flower farm, Honeybee Grove Flowers, in Somers NY. It is an abdolute must do before the end of the season! I promise!

I made this arrangement at one of her evening events. They blooms are sourced locally from her farm and Upstate Flower farm in Putnam Valley.

Not only that, I have the honors of TEACHING there soon!!!!
Come florage with me! 😁💐

Sign up on her mailing list at the link below for updates on when tickets are sold.

https://www.honeybeegrove.com/events

09/07/2022

Drying zinnias in house for this upcoming season of fall festivals
🍂🍂😁💐🍂🍂
Do you have a festival by you that you just love? Please share!
Perhaps our flower bar and floral wreaths will make an appearance. 🤞
Follow along to see where in the the Florage tent will pop up.
We are filling up our calendar with some really great .
Can't wait to see you there.

08/23/2022

💡 Reinventing the Edible Arrangement!
Tomatillo, Cinnamon basil (my new favorite for sandwiches and grilled fruit), rosemary, grapes, and strawberry plant starters. 😋

07/11/2022

Florage gardens is finally starting to churn out some full mixed bouquets. 💐
All grown here by seeds, except the roses as they were propagated by a cutting.

06/28/2022

When a cubical needs a little 'pick me up'