Make the New Year's celebration special! We have a beautiful,heartwarming selection of fresh flowers to ring in the new year in a special way. Spread the joy of 2010 among
your friends,loved ones,neighbors and business associates with the sweetness of nature's bountiful flowers,professionally arranged at Central Square Florist.
Whatever your style,traditional or contemporary, and color preference for dramatic bold hues or soft pastels,our design team is experienced and competent to fulfill your vision.
We'll also be happy to deliver gifts of fine chocolates,balloons and gourmet baskets.
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We have been in business since 1929 and look forward to continuing serving the community in 2010.
December 2009 Archives
The poinsettia is the most widely tested consumer plant on the market today, proving the myth about the popular holiday plant to be false:
- Scientific research from The Ohio State University has proved the poinsettia to be non-toxic to both humans and pets. All parts of the plant were tested, including the leaves and sap.
- According to POISINDEX, the national information center for poison control centers, a child would have to ingest 500-600 leaves in order to exceed the experimental doses that found no toxicity.
- A study by Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University found that out of 22,793 reported poinsettia exposures there was essentially no toxicity significance of any kind. The study used national data collected by the American Association of Poison Control Centers.
- The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals reports that keeping this plant out of the reach of pets to avoid stomach upset is a good idea, however pet owners need not fear the poinsettia and banish it from their homes for fear of a fatal exposure. The American Veterinary Medicine Association of America (AVMA), agrees.
As with any non-food product, however, the poinsettia is not meant to be eaten and can cause varying degrees of discomfort; therefore, the plant should be kept out of the reach of young children and curious pets.
Click here to read "Festive medical myths" posted on BMJ.com. Click here for a PDF.
Click here to read "Scientists Shed Light On Festive Medical Myths" posted on NPR. Click here for a PDF.
Poinsettia and Latex Allergies
According to the American Latex Allergy Association, only about 1 percent to 6 percent of the general population is allergic to latex, and "… one would have to have significant contact with the poinsettia plant's latex directly to have an allergic reaction … only a small drop of latex that can be immediately wiped off of the skin is unlikely to cause an allergic reaction."
The Purdue Plant & Pest Diagnostic Laboratory advises pet owners: “Wash sap off the animal to prevent further ingestion. Call a veterinarian if the eyes are affected, or if signs do not resolve in a few minutes.”
Google has notified Central Square Florist that we are a popular destination with Google users. They have supplied us with a window sticker saying that we are a favorite place on Google. Google identified over 100,000 business in the U.S. as "favorite places on Goole" based on Google interaction. Our window decal has a unique QR code that you scan with your phone to read reviews, star us as one of your favorites and more.
Everyone loves poinsettias,a lovely Christmas tradition. Central Square Florist has a festive selection for you and your friends,relatives and colleagues.
By an act of Congress,December 12th was declared National Poinsettia Day. The date signifies the passing of Joel Roberts Poinsett,credited with introducing the native Mexican plant to the United States. Mr. Poinsett was the first United States ambassador to Mexico and brought the plant back to his Greenville,S.C.plantation where they thrived. He then gave the plants to friends.
In Mexican folklore,there is the story of a little girl who had nothing to bring to church for Christmas. On her way to church, she picked some plants by the side of the road. As she entered the church, the ends of the leaves turned into bright,brilliant red flowers!
Order your poinsettias today from Central Square Florist or call us at 617-354-7553. Visit us if you're in the neighborhood.
Happy Holidays!
Let the talented designers at Central Square Florist create a fresh boxwood tree in the shape of a Christmas tree for your home decor! Perhaps you would like us deliver one as a gift to a friend or colleague's home or office. Holiday decorations,trimming the tree, will add a festive flair. Handcrafted out of the freshest Christmas greens , our boxwood trees will be reminiscent of old world charm The graceful, elegant style will spread holiday cheer. Order this uniquely beautiful boxwood tree from Central Square Florist in Cambridge on line at or call us at 617-354-7553. Established in 1929,Central Square Florist is a family owned and operated business.
