Strawberry Fields

We’ve been thinking a lot about life lately. There sure are a lot of new things to consider during this time. As humans we are constantly striving to adapt and adjust to whatever life throws at us. Lately, we have seen tons of friends post about taking on new projects, developing new hobbies and even rekindling old ones. We want to be a part of the conversation!  If you know us, you’d expect us to say, “Why not try some new plants?” Well, that’s exactly what were here to convince you to do!

We’ve put together a list of easy care plants that would be great for anyone who is new to owning plants, has had trouble with them in the past, or just wants to add some low maintenance plants to their collection. These plants are known for not causing too much trouble and easily adapting to their surroundings!

Here are some of our favorites that we usually keep in stock at Strawberry Fields:

Scindapsus pictus

Known as: “Satin Pothos,” “Silver Pothos,” or “Silver vine”

One of the most unique looking trailing plants boasting a silky, silver look. Your plant will be sure to make it known when it needs water! It loves to dramatically curl up its leaves as a reminder.

Dracaena trifasciata

Known as: “Snake Plant,” or “Mother-in-law’s tongue”

A classic easy care plant that can thrive off of your average artificial light sources such as LED and incandescent light bulbs! They love to be left alone and only watered once every couple of weeks.

Epipremnum aureum

Known as: “Golden Queen Pothos,” or “Devils Ivy”

A fan favorite for shelves and hangers. Prune back smaller trailing leaves for a fuller, bushier plant. They can easily adapt to many different environments… just as long as they have some natural light!

Epipremnum aureum

Known as: “Neon Pothos,” or “Devils Vine”

A neon version of the plant above, but give it slightly more light. This plant is probably our best seller and a “must have” as part of a basic plant collection!

Syngonium podophyllum

Known as: “Nephthytis,” “Arrowhead Plant,” or “White Butterfly”

The best plant to start branching out from the basic, easy care list. It loves medium diffused light and can sometimes grow into a vine shape if not pruned!

Feel free to call or message us with any plant questions. We may also be able to source plants that you might not see in the shop, just inquire! We hope to see some of you all soon!

Love,

Team Strawberry

Amidst this heavy rain cloud that lingers over us, we’ve tried to look for every ray of light we can find.

At Strawberry Fields, one bright spot has been creating florals for weddings during Covid-19, on a weekly basis. It’s beautiful to see love win and to see marriages still consistently happening despite the challenges.

When you realize your wedding won’t be all that you had envisioned and planned for over the past year, it’s not fun coming to terms with the reality of it… and especially the details to follow. Whether it’s changing a date, planning a mini ceremony and backyard reception, or just deciding to elope, it takes a lot of extra energy. I can speak to this first hand because I too am a Covid bride.

It was mid-March and I was almost done planning my July 25th wedding at The Market at Grelen when I made the decision to postpone. After weighing our options,  my fiancé and I had decided to still get officially married on our planned date. Our goal is to have our original plan come to fruition in April of 2021.

This past weekend we got married down on the James River with a couple of friends, immediate family, a guitarist and our photographer. We hiked down to our special place on the rocks, had our ceremony officiated by my brother then we cooled off & relaxed in the river. Later, we hiked back up and had a small intimate backyard dinner followed by a living room dance party. I had never imagined feeling so fulfilled with our Plan B.

Photo by Ray Photography

Photo by Ray Photography

What I wish for every Covid bride that has been forced to change plans, is to understand that there is a unique rawness that comes out of this. It’s a difficult task to postpone or simplify what is supposed to be one of the best days of your life, but it’s about how you go about it that gets you back to the roots of what your love really is between you and your partner. Everyone has a unique situation and is doing what’s best for them. All of us at the shop have had such a special experience watching our couples maneuver through this.

One thing that doesn’t have to change is your bridal bouquet. You can still be adorned with your favorite flowers! We’ve had more diversity and uniqueness in flower choices than we’ve ever had for weddings!

We’ve welcomed bridal bouquets in rainbow colors and whimsical styles…

…flower crowns bigger & brighter than we’ve ever made before…

…and wearables galore!

It’s truly been something to look forward to each week and we thank you!

Being a florist and a Covid bride has given me a full view on all of the emotions that encapsulate this unique time for so many couples.

I am not alone in my situation either. Our c0-worker, Robin, is also a Covid bride who is just starting to navigate through a new plan. We’ve shared thoughts, ideas and frustrations. Stay tuned for an update from Robin; she’s handling it like a champ.

We want to help make your day everything you dreamed it would be because you deserve it.  Strawberry Fields will embrace you and your new wedding day plans with all our hearts! Let us know if we can help, and thank you to all of the lovely brides who have trusted us thus far to make their new vision come true. You all have been rock stars! Just remember, love always wins!

-Emily and Team Strawberry