It was an early, sunny, July afternoon when Steve decided to throw the BBQ of the season. He had the grill. He had the playlist. He even had those tiny mason jar lights strung up like he knew what he was doing.

But something was missing.

“It just feels... plain,” his wife said, surveying the table. “Where are the flowers?”

“Flowers?” Steve blinked. “This is a BBQ, not a bridal shower.”

Ten minutes later, Steve was at his local Tarzana flower shop, The Flower Factory, standing in front of the cooler like a man who'd just realized he forgot the potato salad.

Steve didn’t know the difference between a daisy and a delphinium. He stared helplessly at the vibrant display like it was a botanical pop quiz.

Thankfully, our team was ready.

“Something summery?” one of our florists offered. “Maybe sunflowers, lilies, some wildflower accents?”

Steve nodded like he knew what any of those were. “Sure. Just... nothing too fancy.”

We had him covered.

Four hours later, the burgers were sizzling, the drinks were cold, and the bouquet? It stole the show.

Guests gathered around it. One person asked if it was from a magazine. Someone took a photo with it. Steve’s cousin may or may not have mistaken it for dessert.

Even Steve had to admit—it tied the whole thing together.

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Stop by The Flower Factory for cheerful, seasonal arrangements that work with whatever kind of summer you’re having—even if you’re a Steve.

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