Ever notice how flowers can be found at every type of event in every part of the world? Funerals, births, birthdays and weddings alike all use natural flowers as a way to comfort, spread cheer, and celebrate! It is believed that the Ancient Egyptians were the first civilization to use flower arrangements in ritual. According to Wikipedia, "floral design" dates back to 2500 BCE , the Egyptians were the first to actually place cut flowers in vases. Two favorites among the Ancie

It always amazes me how much life there is a simple fallen leaf, a worn piece of wood, or a patch of soft, moss covered earth. But; It's the contrast between humankind and nature that heightens my creativity. There are many different types of designers who all do beautiful work. Our passion at McKenzie Botanicals is the relationship between the elements of nature and the contrast between masculine and feminine. Those who follow our work will see this theme often. I have been

What Does it mean to be a botanical boutique? 1 botanical play adjective bo·tan·i·cal \ bə-ˈta-ni-kəl \ As an adjective the word Botanical simply means, of or relating to plants or botany. (Merriam Webster Dictionary). 2 botanical noun As a noun the word Botanical refers to, :a plant part or extract used especially in skin and hair care products; also :a medicinal preparation derived from a plant -( Merriam Webster Dictionary ). We chose to be a Botanical Boutique because o

Now more than ever in the floral industry couples have choices! We love the mix match concept that we are seeing in floral design. There are multiple styles and options that allow the modern couple to really tie in elements of their personalities. Years ago in Charleston South Carolina, I started to notice this wonderful trend in the industry. I would have brides that wanted a soft blue / grey color pallet and the grooms would say - I want pheasant feathers, to represent my f