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Tips to Bring your Plants Inside for Winter
Did you know the average first frost in southeastern Wisconsin is October 15th? It’s time to winterize some of your beautiful houseplants that have been enjoying the outdoor weather, and try bringing in some annuals to save for next year (or just enjoy while they last). Here are some tips to help the plants acclimate…
Bewitching Plants and Spooky Flowers
What makes a plant bewitching? Or flowers spooky? Take a look at what has been haunting our greenhouse lately….
Easy Floral Arrangements from Your Garden
This time of year is perfect to create your own easy floral arrangements from your garden. I enjoyed a short walk around Waukesha Floral and found many pretty things in bloom. It’s easy, let me take you through step by step: Gather your materials: A clean bucket with water A sharp scissors or knife Clean…
Heirloom Flowers Are the Jewels of Colonial Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg is the place to see early American architecture and capture the essence of our first patriots. Stroll through this “step back in time” and you will see cozy cottages, stately courthouses, barns, inns and the minutiae of life… valued silver teapots, tick mattresses, a lamb pull toy to name a few. The details…
Preserving your Wedding Bouquet – 6 Methods
Here’s a follow-up to my last blog post about wedding flowers. Care of your wedding bouquet is important for long-lasting blooms and beautiful pictures on your big day. But no bride wants to see her bouquet wither away. For six different ideas on turning your bouquet into a keepsake that will last for years, take…