Angela Harris-Cannizzo is the owner La Lydia Gift 2 Give and its latest offering, the urban flower and plant shop on two wheels: Petals on Bikes (POB). POB uses eco-friendly pedal power to bring fresh flowers, succulents, and houseplants to urban dwellers in downtown and EaDo Houston.
“Everyone also knows how crazy Houston traffic is,” says Harris-Cannizzo. “These days we look for convenience and ease wherever we can, but I believe every home deserves a bit of nature’s beauty.” So she launched Petals on Bikes, providing condo and apartment residents a unique opportunity that comes right to their door — the ease of buying succulents, houseplants, and locally-grown fresh flowers right at their own building. “We bring nature’s beauty to you,” she shares.
Petals on Bikes specializes in small-space gardening, planting in vintage and repurposed containers, and custom flower bouquets in vintage and new again containers.
“Real plants for real people,” says Harris-Cannizzo. “That’s what we offer. That’s who we are.”
Check out the d-mars.com Q&A with Petals on Bikes by La Lydia Gift 2 Give
D-MARS: How would you describe your company?
Harris-Cannizzo: We are a company inspired by nature. We believe that plants make people happy, healthy and whole! La Lydia Gift 2 Give and Petals on Bikes is an urban flower and plant shop that specializes in small space gardening and decorating with nature. We are passionate about bringing nature inside, especially for urban dwellers. POB provides condo and apartment residents a unique opportunity- the ease of buying beautiful items from nature at their front door.
D-MARS: What services do you offer?
Harris-Cannizzo: We offer boutique plant services: we sell plants and offer custom services such as finding the perfect plant or pot for any living space; planting and maintaining indoor and outdoor plants; plus special events: planting parties, succulent bars and flower crown bars.
D-MARS: What makes La Lydia Gift 2 Give / Petals on Bikes unique?
Harris-Cannizzo: We bring the urban market vibe to city dwellers. We specialize in potted plants in vintage and re-purposed containers; modern planters for hipsters; small space garden supplies; locally farm grown flowers; succulents and various plants for both indoor and outdoor beauty.
We offer real plants for real people, whether you are a student needing a little touch of nature or a busy professional craving the calm of nature’s Zen. Our company is eco-friendly, and that’s very important to our mission. Incorporating vintage and upcycled materials and using pedal power to deliver live plants downtown residents is how we hope to help our environment and our city.
D-MARS: What are your best-selling item (s).
Harris-Cannizzo: Succulents. Potted air-purifying plants. Potted succulents in vintage teacups.
D-MARS: What is the biggest challenge your company has faced and how did you overcome that challenge to successfully serve the client?
Harris-Cannizzo: The demand for our potted plants once, happily, exceeded what our vintage bike can handle, so we had to drop of large planters in enough time to pedal back with our bike cart and the remainder of plants. It was our first pop-up shop downtown and a huge challenge – but we did it! Our client was so pleased that we had enough product to accommodate their residents. Lesson learned: be prepared for the sharp curves of life, for the unexpected surprises. Be prepared to shift gears and get back on track quickly.
D-MARS: If we asked your clients, what would they say about your service?
Harris-Cannizzo: Our clients are wonderful. They appreciate that we are eclectic, that we offer unique, personal experiences, and that we craft beautiful, healthy plants.
Client Testimonials:
Angela is an artist! The way she is able to transform items and give life to them with plants is truly magical. Beyond her talent, her spirit and smile will brighten your day. – Jessica Ivans
Ms. Angie has amazing work! I purchased an adorable mini succulent in a Santa Clause mug from her. Great price, and she provided care instructions. The rest of her collection contains unique and creative plantings! I will definitely be back. -Skylar Jones
D-MARS: What are the future goals for the company?
Harris-Cannizzo: Keep growing. We need regular contracts that will help keep us sustained as we grow our clientele.
D-MARS: Is there anything else you would like to mention about La Lydia Gift 2 Give / Petals On Bikes?
Harris-Cannizzo: We believe every home deserves a plant because plants make us better humans. Plants teach us how to nurture, and in turn we hopefully will be a little more compassionate towards ourselves and others.
Wondering where else you can find Harris-Cannizzo if you’re not in downtown Houston or Eado? She is a regular at many markets across Houston including Discovery Green, Flea by Night, Blue Field Market.
D-MARS: How do we find you on Facebook and where/how do we call to place an order?
Harris-Cannizzo: We are at Blue Field Market in EaDo and Discovery Green’s Flea By Night. We have pop-up shops at various downtown residential locations.
For custom orders, or to book us come to your building or business, contact us at 713-443-9674 or email us at lalydiag2g@gmail.com Our social media sites: Instagram & Facebook @lalydiag2g
