McCarthy Group Florists Announces Newest Acquisition Members News May 23, 2024 McCarthy Group Florists, headquartered In Lackawanna County since 1952, announces the acquisition of Flowers by Edith in Lakeland FL as of May 15, 2024. Flowers by Edith began 90 years ago, and remains an iconic brand in central Florida. Kevin McCarthy, president of McCarthy Flowers, reports all current team members will be retained, and business will continue as normal in Flowers by Edith’s existing downtown Lakeland location. This latest addition brings McCarthy Flowers national store count to 33, and full time staff to over 600.