About Us

Welcome to The Language of Flowers!
We are a family owned business with a charming little shop in Santa Monica, California. We try to use organic, locally grown flowers, when available, and recycled containers with intent to keep our business environmentally conscious.
We also include the meaning of the flowers and the message of the bouquet in each arrangement. So you receive more than just flowers: you get a complete, meaningful expression of your feelings, wishes, desires, thoughts, dreams, and inspirations. Check out our floriography to read the meaning and history of ‘The Language of Flowers’.

Who’s who?

Emily is the floral designer with training in traditional French flower design and Japanese Ikebana. She is well versed in the Victorian Language of Flowers, and enjoys bringing flowers more alive with words. She is interested in all aspects of creativity and making the world a more beautiful place through her work, family, and participation in many volunteer projects.

Cliff is the gardener with the green thumb! He has a wonderful knowledge of plants, trees, shrubs, and anything blooming or growing. A successful hobby landscape designer, he is now available professionally. He loves plants, with an eye for tropicals, and California native plants. He also builds fountains and pathways.

Elana is 9, and the pure spirit of goodness. She loves arranging flowers, digging in the dirt, and feeding organic biscuits to the dogs that pass by the shop.

Carole is the interior designer, organizational maven with a flair for making everything beautiful and inviting. She has amazing life experience, (born in England, traveled the world, multi-talented, Jane of all trades) which informs each new adventure. She is also Emily’s mommy, and Elana’s Gana.

If you are in Santa Monica, come by the new shop and visit us. We look forward to hearing from you or seeing you soon!