Orchids symbolize wealth, elegant beauty, refinement, and luxury. However, orchids really are for everyone, as they are easy to grow, long-lasting, and one can be found to suit anyone's idea of beauty! The myth that orchids are challenging...

We had a lot of fun when Santa stopped by this past weekend to pose for photos and gather his Christmas "intel" from the kids! We were not able to get photos of all of the many, many who stopped by for their chat with the great man himself, but click here to see a few!

Poinsettias are a classic symbol of the Christmas holidays, and there are many stories about how they came to be associated with the holiday. This is one of our favorites, adapted from the Ecke Ranch (one of the largest growers of poinsettias) version:

A charming story is told of Pepita, a poor Mexican girl who had no gift to present the Christ Child at Christmas Eve Services. As Pepita walked slowly to the chapel with her cousin Pedro, her heart was filled with sadness rather than joy.
"I am sure, Pepita, that even the most humble gift, if given in love, will be acceptable in His eyes," said Pedro consolingly.
Not knowing what else to do, Pepita knelt by the roadside and gathered a handful of common weeds,...

The perfect gift answer: Knollwood Garden Center Gift Cards!
It's like giving a promise of spring:
whether someone has never gardened before, has just purchased a new home, or is an avid gardener year-after-year, a gift card for Knollwood can help them reach their goals.

Available in any amount, and they never expire. Just stop in, or give us a call: we can take your order over the phone and mail it to you OR the lucky recipient.

A big, fluffy, extravagent bow is the perfect topper to your Christmas tree or a beautiful package. A well-placed bow can be all you need to transform your front-door wreath from season to season. And, with just a little practice, you can tie bows like these for all your decorating needs. On our Resources page you will find a link to this pictorial handout with step-by-step instructions that you can print; or, stop by for a demo by one of our designers.
Some tips:...