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This is one sharp-dressed home!

October 13th, 2011

Whether you are looking for a unique, easy-to-care-for plant, a fabulous wall hanging or some great holiday decorations, Flowerland has just what you need. Check these out!

Spooky and Stylish Halloween Decor!

If Halloween is your holiday, Flowerland has you covered with Deco Mesh wreaths, decorative garden flags, spooky bird houses and more!

32" Metal Sun

Looking for something more permanent to dress up a wall in your home? We recommend this 32″ metal sun. The tips of each “ray” are accented with faux ornamental stones for that extra “wow!”

ZZ Plant

Looking for a ‘sharp-dressed’ plant that’s easy to care for? Flowerland recommends ZZ Plant (yes, that’s the actual name). Standing about 3 feet tall, ZZ Plant (aka Zamioculcas zamiifolia) works well in a wide range of light conditions including low light. Water thoroughly every 7 -14 days, allowing soil to dry between waterings, fertilize once a month and dust or wipe off the leaves periodically. What could be more low-maintenance?

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Gobble – Gobble – Gorgeous!

November 10th, 2010

It’s hard to believe…Thanksgiving is just two weeks away. I’m usually pretty good with decorating for Christmas but Thanksgiving can be tricky. What besides turkey, over-eating and the Lions game do most Michiganders associate with Thanksgiving?

I took a walk around Flowerland and got some cool ideas for decorating this year.

One idea is a cornucopia. Besides the turkey, it is the symbol most associated with Thanksgiving. Traditionally, it is a horn of plenty filled with grains, fruits and seasonal veggies. You could buy one or make your own. Just take a basket (or horn if you are a traditionalist) and fill it with silk leaves in brown, gold and orange then add fresh or silk flowers, dried or silk wheat stalks, gourds and mini pumpkins. The more rich Fall color, the better. Add a candle or two for some extra ambiance. (Tip: If your candle feels a little dusty or tacky, wipe it with a knee-high nylon.)

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Give Your Door Some Swagger

November 20th, 2009

I really love decorating doors for the season.Â Nothing eases you into coming home more than the smell of fresh pine as you walk through the door.Â Here are some great swags to get you started, or to get busy making your own…

Nice and simple...the Door Charm swag. Three cones in the middle with mixed evergreens radiating outward. $14.99

The classic swag $8.99 with Boxwood greens and Juniper berries.

A delux evergreen swag $24.99 complete with a beautiful bow and large Sugar pinecone.

Sweet and simple, with White pine and berries...$9.99.

The beautiful Dogwood Delight swag...$24.99

My favorite: The Woodland Fantasy Swag. Lots of evergreens and cones, topped off with willow branches and berries...$24.99.

If you fancy to make your own swag we have lots of branches, bundles and berries too! Evergreens are also available to purchase by the pound, if you only need a little….

Lots of different varieties of evergreens are available in bundles and by the pound for making your own swag, and decorating your home!

We have a great assortment of berries and picks to use....all-weather safe!

Curly willow and Red-twig Dogwood branches look amazing inside and out! Bring them indoors in vases and centerpieces, and take them outside to use in planters and windowboxes...

Fresh holly is perfect for the season and lasts and lasts. A great bouquet to give to family members this holiday season.

Close-up of the Woodland Fantasy swag...

Pinecones are also available to purchase by the piece…place around the table, in your windowboxes, and fill with peanut butter and seed for the birds!