Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Autumn in Montreal


You wouldn’t know it from the weather but we are already one week into fall. Don’t get me wrong I am a huge fan of the warm weather and bright sunshine but I am also a bigger fan of the fall season and all that it encompasses. The bold colors of the fall foliage against the back drop of a grey sky, the drop in temperature that calls for thick scarves and lots of warm layers, the autumn inspired flavoured coffees at the big name coffee houses, apple picking, pumpkin picking, Halloween and of course Thanksgiving, are just a few of my favourite things about this time of year.

Thanksgiving is definitely a favourite holiday among my family, whether or not the meaning of the day has been lost on us is a strong possibility but we do know we like preparing mountains and mountains of delicious food and gathering together to eat it until we’re all a little groggy from all the heavy fare. While there is no greater sight to me than piles of turkey, mashed potatoes, brown gravy, egg noodles in turkey broth, and of course the stuffing, with the exception of the occasional green vegetable and cranberry sauce, our table usually lacks in the bright beautiful colors I think of when I think of the fall. I suppose it would be simple enough to make some colourful side dishes maybe some beets or an heirloom tomato salad but really I don’t wait all year round to eat vegetables. The next best way to give our table the festive flare I’m talking about is with a gorgeous center piece. I’ve tried and failed at the Martha Stewart do-it-yourself approach to things like decorations and I leave it to the professionals now.

If you want a centerpiece that will make more of a statement than a bowl of mismatched squash and mini pumpkins, check out our ‘Autumn in Montreal’ section on the website for some beautiful fall-inspired ideas.


Best of all in honour of my love for the fall theflowerpot.com will be giving away one of our beautifully arranged “Thanksgiving Dinner” arrangements once a week for the entire month of October, valued at $45! You can sign up for our draw today by telling us your favourite thing about fall on our Facebook page and you will automatically be entered into our weekly draw. Best of luck and Happy Fall!

Thursday, September 08, 2011

In Lieu of Flowers...


Many people enjoy flower photography in Montreal. This popular hobby is relaxing: one brings a tripod along, marvels at the beauty of nature, learns about new varieties, has a permanent souvenir of the often short life of blooms. One may also prefer simply looking at other people's pictures of flowers on the Internet than carrying heavy cameras and other equipment. But how about a more durable way to enjoy flowers? How about having your own fine art photo book?

At The Flower Pot, we prepare flower bouquets and flower arrangements for delivery in Montreal. We now also offer you a flower photo book created by local Montreal photographer Linda Rutenberg, "After Midnight". She has published many books about Montreal and other fascinating world destinations, using various settings and techniques such as night photography and infrared photography.

"After Midnight: Through the Seasons at the Montreal Botanical Garden" presents a series of photos taken over several years and seasons - from spring blossoms to winter silence - at night. Using this technique resulted in a truly original and instructive view of Montreal's cherished garden. The book contains more than 100 full-color photographs.

Carefully printed and edited, this stunning quality book is a perfect gift idea for any flower lover in Montreal. Valued at $49.50, it is now specially offered on The Flower Pot's website on discount for a limited time at $35. You may want to add this book on a regular flower delivery in Montreal, or send it as a gift delivery in lieu of flowers!