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Will the azaleas bloom in time for the iconic festival?
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — To bloom or not to bloom. The constant weather changes so far this year have many of us wondering what to wear each morning, but just think how the azaleas feel. The Azalea...
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Local flower farm prepares for busy Mother’s Day weekend
CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — Peonies, lilies, snapdragons and more are all being produced at Castle Hayne Farms so you can put a smile on your mom’s face for Mother’s Day. “It’s a nice gift, you know?...
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Royal wedding flowers donated to hospice patients
(CBS News) — In a number of ways, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding is a gift to their nation that keeps on giving. In addition to directing would-be gift givers to seven charities of their...
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Group places flowers at site of toppled Confederate statue
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — A group that honors Confederate veterans has placed flowers at the site of a recently toppled Confederate statue in North Carolina. The News & Observer reported that the...
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Flowers blooming in October?
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Have you noticed something strange with your plants and bushes since Hurricane Florence? October is here and leaves aren’t falling but, flowers are blooming. Hurricane Florence...
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Wilmington florist gears up for busy Valentine’s Day
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Months of planning and weeks of preparation come to a head at many local businesses this week as preparations are under way for a Valentine’s Day with heavier than normal...
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Flower farm damaged by Hurricane Florence busy prepping for Valentine’s Day
CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — With Valentine’s Day just three days away, shops are filling with flowers hoping to be the right gift for your lover. Castle Hayne Farms makes about 5,000 flower bouquets...
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Business blossoms for florist on Valentine’s Day
LELAND, NC (WWAY) — It’s no surprise that Valentine’s Day is one of the busiest days of the year for florists. Sweet Nectar’s Florist in Leland had a particularly good day, selling out all red roses...
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Three boys buy flowers for every girl at school for Valentine’s Day
OLATHE, KS (KMBC) — Three Kansas middle school students went the extra mile to ensure every girl at their school had a special Valentine’s Day. Eighth-grader Tristan Valentine, seventh-grader Kyan Rice...
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Oakdale Cemetery: Oldest living shrub in Wilmington is blooming
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Warmer temperatures are moving and spring is less than a week away. Grounds at Oakdale Cemetery are blooming including what is believed to the oldest living shrub in Wilmington....
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Wilmington florist in full bloom for Valentine’s Day
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Valentine’s Day falls in the middle of the week this year, but preparations are already underway. There is a lot behind the scenes before key gifts like flowers are delivered....
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Despite warm weather, gardeners should be wary of possible late freeze
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — It certainly feels like spring, even if the new season is still officially a few weeks away. The unseasonably warm temperatures may have you thinking winter is over and you...
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NC man donates bouquets of flowers to all teachers in a school system
CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV) — When Vincent Mitchell took in a donation of more than 70,000 bouquets of flowers, he didn’t know what to do with them at first. The Charlotte man owns Heavenly Hands Home Care...
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Have allergies? You’re not alone, and it’s just getting started
RALEIGH, NC (WTVD) — Jennifer Wolborsky, who enjoys playing tennis with her friends and other outdoor activities, has noticed her allergies kicking up lately. “The itchy nose and the sniffling and the...
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Fayetteville florist delivers flowers to families for soldiers overseas
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — As floral shops scrambled to prepare and deliver orders for Valentine’s Day, one Fayetteville flower shop is bringing smiles from loved stationed overseas. Owens Florist says they...
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NC florist donates, delivers flowers to nursing home residents during pandemic
DUNN, N.C. (WTVD) — Labor Day inside Jeffery’s Florist looks and sounds like a normal business day as manager Samantha Dupree fills orders. This is just days after wrapping up what might be the largest...
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The Cape Fear experiences a high earning Valentine’s Day
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Valentine’s Day is statistically one of the highest spending holidays for candy, flowers, and wine. This year, sales were expected to reach 22 billion dollars. That’s about 6...
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Religious leaders bless Southport boats
SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — Sunday, Southport held its 26th annual blessing of the boats. Though it was a windy afternoon, 13 boats made the trek to Southport’s tidal basin. To kick off the event,...
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Important measures to take to ensure your outdoor plant safety during...
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Local plant experts say one of the biggest mistakes people make is putting their plants outside too soon in the season, and then failing to protect them properly during cold...
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Mother’s Day leads to spike in flower sales
CASTLE HAYNE, NC (WWAY) — Mother’s Day is Sunday, and if you’re thinking about flowers, one area grower says this is one of the busiest times of the year. Castle Hayne Farms is working harder than ever...
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