Care for your Easter Lilies

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We hope you have a great Easter!  You now have beautiful Easter Lilies and need to know just how to care for them to keep them blooming this Spring.  Here are a few tips: LIGHT These plants do best in bright, indirect light WATER Easter lilies do best in moderately moist soil. Water them thoroughlyRead More

Warning Regarding Cats and Lilies.

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According to the National Animal Poison Control Center, certain types of lilies can cause renal failure in cats that have ingested any part of the lily. We strongly suggest keeping lilies out of reach of cats. For more information contact your veterinarian or the Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) at www.aspca.org/apcc or call 888-426-4435. ItRead More

Care for your Christmas Cactus

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The Christmas Cactus is a beautiful blooming plant we love to have in our homes during the Christmas months. These plants have tubular papery blooms with reflexed petals that occur at the ends of flat segmented (chainlike) succulent stems. When mature, the stems form arching branches. Christmas cacti have smooth stem edges.  Here are aRead More

How To Care For Your Fresh Christmas Tree

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Did you know…When a Christmas tree is cut, over half of its weight is water. With proper care, you can maintain the quality of your fresh cut tree. Here are a few tips on how to keep your Christmas tree fresh for the Holidays. Before you place your tree in a stand, cut the baseRead More

Create and Design your own Outdoor Christmas Decor: Tree Topper Containers

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The elves at Blossom Town are busy making tree topper containers!! Thinking about making your own? Here are a few tips to help you create and design your own outdoor winter tree topper pot! 1.  Carefully pick your container; any type will work – from plastic to ceramic. You may choose to keep it simple,Read More

Care for your Flowers

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A little extra care can make a big difference! Keep the vase filled with water containing floral food provided by Blossom Town. Be sure to follow the directions on the package. If the solution becomes cloudy, replace it entirely. If possible, re-cut the stems by removing 1/2 inch to one inch. Remove leaves that willRead More

Tip For Making A Tree Top Container

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Tree top containers are a popular gift this year.  They can be personalized with fun decor (you can even bring in your own decor).  Depending on size of container, they range from just $20 to $100, and can be enjoyed through February. A tip when making your own tree top container, water them in whenRead More

Care for your Summer Containers

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Summer containers are are a fun and decorative way to display your flowers and plants.  Care for your containers is essential, here’s a great tip from Brad in the green house! To check for watering, stick your index finger into the soil to your knuckle. If you feel any dampness, hold off on watering. If itRead More

What is floral food and why use it?

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Floral food is a combination of additives that help to nourish the flowers and discourage bacteria from growing in the water. It is one of the best—and easiest—ways to extend the life of your flowers. It is very important to follow the directions on the package correctly. Improperly mixed floral food can do more harmRead More