Weston Farms Offers Unique Local Green Valentine’s Day Gifts at the State
Farmer’s Market.
Tired of plastic balloons, South American stems and overused baby’s breath?
GO LOCAL! Weston Farms is excited to unveil its inaugural collection of
locally grown and crafted “Green Valentines.”
Drawing from the decorative and nursery divisions of the farm, highlights
will include:
* Heart-Shaped Magnolia Wreaths
* Naturally-Blooming Perennial Arrangements
* Vintage Desk Planters
* Living Branch Sculptures
* Sweetheart Trees & Japanese Maples
Green Valentines fit any budget! Ranging from $10 (for a small perennial
arrangement) to $125 (for a large Heart-Shaped Magnolia Wreath), living
Green Valentines bloom for months and can be planted in the spring.
Green Valentines can be purchased at the Weston Farms booth at the State
Farmer’s Market (I-40 to Exit 297 /Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh) beginning Friday, February 6 through Sunday, February 15 (10am-5pm). Orders can be
emailed to westonfarms@bellsouth.net.
FROM THE DECORATIVE ARTS COLLECTION
Valentine magnolia wreaths... Magnolia grandiflora is a symbol of Southern hospitality and welcome.
Handcrafted into the shape of a heart, these wreaths convey your message of
living love. These versatile evergreen wreaths have universal appeal and
they are wonderful in any season. Stored properly, these wreaths can be used
year after year.
Dimensions are for frame only - actual wreath extends about 6” depending on
cultivar. 12” frames are perfect for standard doors. Prices do not include
shipping and handling.
Description of Magnolia -
A Parisan Valentine
Made from the Paris Magnolia, the foliage on this wreath boasts the richest
brown back possible on small dark, shiny green leaves.
Brown Velvet Heart...
Featuring large dark green wavy leaves with velvety dark chocolate brown
backs, this rich wreath is perfect for chic friends, family, and loved ones
on Valentine’s Day. A Weston Farms exclusive.
12” Valentine Magnolia Wreath..........$45
18” Valentine Magnolia Wreath..........$65
24” Valentine Magnolia Wreath..........$95
36” Valentine Magnolia Wreath..........$125
Hearts of Pine...
The large cones of the longleaf pine are artistically woven together to form
a heart. The cones themselves are large decorative “wooden flowers” and this
novel local interpretation of love is sure to bring a smile to all.
$5
FROM THE LIVING ARTS
Alive! Green Valentines... two weeks after Valentines the tired stems of the
South American roses end up in the trash. Where is the love in THAT?
Hellebores...
Weston Farms offers living, blooming 3-year old plants that can be
incorporated into any landscape or container garden. Hellebores are a
welcome addition as their dark green foliage is evergreen. Late winter
blooms in shades of purples, pinks, and white offer a perennial reminder of
love!
Starting at $15
Vintage planters for home and garden... Erin Weston was once given the advice to collect what you can afford and
love. The vintage planters used by florists in the 1950’s and 1960’s fit the
bill to perfection. These ceramic planters in shades of green and black are
updated with modern plants which will enhance any hip home or office decor.
Starting at $25
Potted bulbs...
The blooms of daffodils inspire hope and cheer. Weston offers an exciting
assortment of bulbs including doubles, pinks, and miniature potted plants.
The blooms can be enjoyed indoors for Valentine’s Day, then planted outside
in landscape or container. Daffodils will endure for decades.
Starting at $10
Blooming branches... Working with designer Brienne Gluvna has been such a pleasure! Containers
filled with pebbles and water can be enjoyed indoors and planted in
landscape or containers after the cold winter months have passed. The glass
containers have a decided modern look and feel. This Valentine sentiment
need not end up in a landfill!
Starting at $10
Sweetheart trees...
The name alone would make cupid proud! Popularized by the late J.C.
Raulston, this speciman deserves a spot in the garden due to unique seasonal
interest. This compact 10-foot tree flowers in May-June and fruits in
October with crimson pods revealing steely-blue seeds. Leaves turn deep
mahogany in fall. The bark holds winter interest with purple striations.
$18
Japanese maple seedlings... 'Acer Palmatum' is a classic and enduring tree, perfect to give to your
valentine. Just as love endures and grows through the seasons, so do these
trees. The 3-4’ saplings are in gallon containers. This classic tree has
AMAZING fall color, small stature and fantastic durability. Japanese
Maples are disease resistant and very easy to grow. They are suitable as
both container and landscaping trees. This selection has been propagated
from mature seedlings that are now 30+ years old. They can be grown in sun
or shade. The seedlings emerge in a rainbow of reds and greens, are green in
the summer, and turn scarlet in the fall.
$10
