are really popular at the
moment. For a fashionable
option, start with a funky
container and fill it with
different types of succulents.
A really surprising trend
I’m seeing is a return to
those 1980s-style betta
fish displays, with flowers
atop a glass vase and fish
swimming in the bottom.
Life
of the
The Power
of
Party
Flowers
Debbie Reuther-Johnston,
the Flower Lady of Winnipeg, talks
stems, scents and centrepieces
Why are flowers and
foliage important for
the holidays?
If you have fresh flowers in
a home, people will go to
them. The look, feel and
fragrance just draw people
in. The smells of cedar and
pine, maybe mixed with
Most
for the
some fresh lilies, remind
you Christmases past.
The scents take you back
to being a kid. It’s very
powerful and personal.
Are poinsettias passé?
Not at all! Last Christmas,
I sold more poinsettias
than I ever have in 25
years in the business. A
few years ago, there was a
movement toward coloured
plants—blues and pinks.
But there’s been a real shift
back to classic red. I think
it reminds people of being
back in the country or by the
lake, all quaint and cozy.
Any tips for outdoor
decorating and unique
arrangements?
Branches and boughs of
cedar and pine can last all
winter on your porch or
deck. Fill containers with
berries and wrap branches
What are some floral
trends this season?
Container arrangements
Host
with strings of sparkly
twinkle lights. On your front
door, try a willow wreath.
To dress it up, add some silk
flowers, ornaments and a
few rustic cedar sprigs.
Do you offer any floral
workshops for the
festive season?
Yes, our shop focuses on
DIY. Any time of year,
we encourage shoppers
to come assemble their
own arrangement. During
the holidays, people
increasingly buy branches,
boughs and berries from
our shop and assemble
a custom centrepiece at
home. Our new location
at 944 Portage features
a year-round succulent
bar: You pick a container,
fill it with sand or stones,
and plant some succulents.
It’s great for home decor
or gift giving. We also offer
holiday centrepiece classes
for DIY decorators.
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