Ladies Night "Howl at the Moon Sale!!"

October ushers in lots of fun at Waukesha Floral & Greenhouse, and this year is no exception! We're holding our first ladies night event that is sure to be the talk of the town! Join us for a candle lit evening and enjoy yourself with all your girlfriends. Maybe you need to relax and can catch a free chair massage by Massage by Karissa. Indulge on our delectable chocolate buffet by Waukesha' own Sweet Perfections Bakery. Sip a glass of wine or maybe a soft drink as you stoll our amazing collection of fall home decor that is sure to give your home a warm glow. Our award winning staff will present a floral design show in the greenhouse highlighting all the wonderful ways to use candlelight for the upcoming season. This design show is a must see and will only be offered at this event. Make sure to enter for some great raffle items and everyone gets a gift bag just for coming!
So save the date! Friday, October 2nd, 6:00-8:30 pm. Bring your friends and have a wonderful night out. All we ask is that you RSVP to us by 09/27 to jane@waukeshafloral.com and let us know how many will attend.
We look forward to seeing you and having a "Howling " good time!

Hello Autumn!

It's Labor Day weekend, the unofficial end of the summer season. Here's a picture of a lovely centerpiece Waukesha Floral designed last weekend for a wedding at The Country Springs Hotel. The centerpieces used cattails, feathers, moss, river rock and water (with a few bobbers added in here and there just for fun) to convey the couple's love of the outdoors and fishing.

It's always fun to see how unique each bride and groom is and all the fun and different flowers that can be used to enhance each wedding.

Have a great Labor Day Weekend! Jane

Grande Gerberas!

Recently we had the opportunity to design a wedding at the Polish Center of Wisconsin. This is a beautiful banquet facility, located in a park- like setting in Franklin. The theme of the day was gerbera daisies. The bride was wonderful to work with and Denise Gehrke, AIFD, made sure to exceed her expectations.

Denise suggested the table decorations first. She did a mix of two complimentary styles to add interest. The first was a glass bowl that we planted rye grass seed into. It grows to a lush lawn in a spring green color. Added to this were fresh pink gerbera daisies that looked as though they had just sprung from the ground. The other tables had the same glass bowl filled with California Crystals, a gelatin type material that looks like crushed ice. A loose topiary of gerberas was then placed in each.

We also used yards of tulle and lights to accent the two-tiered head table. Added to this was Misty Sheer ribbon to carry the bright pink color theme. The crowning touch for the banquet hall was the tulle canopy over the dance floor. 8' stanchions at the four corners of the dance floor held draped tulle netting. The center chandelier was draped with more netting and featured an orb of gerberas, stock, lizianthus and other flowers, pulling the whole room together! Talk about a show stopper! Everyone loved it and the scent was incredible.

Creativity comes in many styles, and it is our pleasure to make each bride's ideas come to life!
Until next time,
Marty Loppnow
Vice President
Waukesha Floral & Greenhouse, Inc.
www.waukeshafloral.com

Wisconsin State Fair
Come see Waukesha Floral & Greenhouse's display in the Horticulture and Cultural building from August 6-16th. We are set up in the first cart as you enter the building. There are also beautiful quilts, artwork, handicrafts, bakery, preserves and much more to see. Enjoy the fair!

"Tinkerbell" Father/Daughter Dance

In May, Waukesha Floral was asked to decorate The Legend at Brandybrook for their annual Father/Daughter dinner and dance. This year's theme was "Tinkerbell", with the modern fairytale featuring fairies that possess magical powers.

Mom's Day!

This week is Mother's Day and that means one thing at the flower shop. BUSY! Lots and lots of orders for moms of all types. It's fun to see the variety of expressions people send to tell mom they love her. The ones that are the best though are from the little children. Dad brings them in and they get to "shop" for themselves! Sometimes they have a hand drawn picture or card to add. Sometimes it's a painted flower pot from school that needs a plant. Whatever they decide, it's always precious.
Moms love flowers. Know that we've got you covered with beautiful, fresh cut flowers, hanging baskets and container gardens for the patio, and lots of green plants and gift ideas. Call or stop in today, and we'll help YOU express your love for Mom!
Until next time,
Marty Loppnow
Vice President
Waukesha Floral & Greenhouse, Inc.
Planteriors of Wisconsin
319 S. Prairie Avenue
Waukesha, Wi 53186
800-825-8152
262-542-6035 fax
www.waukeshafloral.com

Watch me on Milwaukee's own Morning Blend on Today's TMJ4

Container gardening will be the topic of our segment on the Morning Blend show on NBC's Milwaukee affiliate Today's TMJ4. I'm going to show interesting combinations for pots for your deck or patio. I'll discuss picking the right plants for sun and shade and give a few tips to keep your containers looking great throughout the summer months. Join us on this Thursday, April 30th. at 9:00a.m. on Today's TMJ4, to pick up some new ideas for a beautiful summertime patio!
Until next time,
Marty Loppnow
Vice President
Waukesha Floral & Greenhouse, Inc.
319 S. Prairie Avenue
Waukesha, Wi 53186
262-542-8152
800-825-8152
www.waukeshafloral.com