Woeas Flowers Remain A Mother’s Day Favorite (NAPSA)—Mother’s Day is May 138th. What will you give Mom this year? A recent survey found that 64 percent will give Mom a card, while more than 35 percent plan on sending flowers. It’s a good thing, because the survey shows that a high percent- age of momssaid the best Mother’s Day gift they ever received in- A floral arrangement, such as this, can help to make Mother’s Day memorable. cluded flowers, cards and perfume. Mom sure is loved, as nearly 80 percent said they will spend more or about the same for Mom’s gift compared to what they spent for their significant other on Valentine’s Day. The survey was spon- sored by The Emily Post Institute and 1-800-flowers.com. According to the survey, the hardest part about acknowledging Mom on Mother’s Dayis selecting a gift. Since Mom loves to receive flowers, here is some advice on how to care for the flowers you give her: e Arrange them in a deep vase filled with cool water and then mix in the preservative provided by theflorist. Removeall the leavesthat fall below the waterline in thevase. Add cool water to the vase and change the water every three to four days, recutting the stems wheneveryou change the water. To learn more or to order a gift, such as the Mother’s Love Bouquet, visit the Web site at 1-800- flowers.com.
