Featured in Couture Colorado Wedding Blog!

Posted on March 28, 2016 by Azalea Botanics

Check out the bridal bouquet we made for a special wedding vow renewal featured on the Couture Colorado Wedding Blog. When asked to make this bridal bouquet and boutonniere for Lisa Rundall Photography, I was absolutely thrilled. Lisa loves a wild & free style as much as I do! Non-traditional bouquets are becoming more and more popular and gives me such a happy feeling because this is how flowers should be! Fully expressed and natural! I am grateful for this opportunity as I am with each piece I make. Feeling extra thrilled to see our work on the Couture Colorado Wedding Blog. Please click the link to read the full story followed by many more gorgeous photos taken by Lisa and her family. Such a sweet LOVE story. A MUST read!

http://www.couturecolorado.com/wedding/2016/03/renewing-your-vows/

Please also check out Lisa Rundall’s Photography. She is Ah-ma-ZING!

http://www.lisarundallphotography.com

One more photo for fun!…

5280 Magazine Scene Feature

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Azalea Botanics

I’m excited to announce that we’re featured in the May 2015 issue of 5280 Magazine!

Check out the Mother Lode page in the Scene section to see some local unique gifts for this upcoming Mother’s Day.

I’ll have some hand crafted bouquets available at Second Love in the Highlands for Mother’s Day. There are some other great gift ideas and local shops that are noted in this feature as well. Support your local shop and put a big smile on your mother’s face!
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Here is a detailed image of the bouquet taken by Joe Friend Photography

Valentine’s Day Bouquets and Crafts

Posted on February 13, 2015 by Azalea Botanics

It’s already Valentine’s Day! Which is one of the busiest and exciting times for me.

I’m happy to announce some new Valentine’s Day partnerships with some great local shops around Denver. Second Love in the Highlands and Ironwood down South Broadway.

I will have some new floral bouquets and botanical craft items available at these shops during Valentine’s weekend.

Also, one of my already existing retailers, Night and Day Vintage, will also feature some floral bouquets and craft items as well.

Make sure to get there early to ensure you get something. There will be limited inventory.

Here is a glimpse of some of the products available:

Set up at Second Love in the Highlands with Crow Jane Jewelry!

Ladies Mingle & Jingle Gift Market at Bear Creek Dist. Thu Dec 18

Posted on December 10, 2014 by Azalea Botanics

I’m excited to share a great market event that will be going on Thursday, Dec 18 at Denver’s own Bear Creek Distillery.

It is a Ladies Mingle & Jingle night to celebrate local hand crafted products and gifts.

We will feature homemade holiday confections by Cate Baker, festive wreaths, plant products and florals by yours truly and enjoy some muddled cocktails by Bear Creek Distillery. Bear Creek will also have their own vodkas and rums available for purchase along with some gift baskets featuring other local products such as The Real Dill Pickles and more.

Please come down and enjoy this evening with us. It is open to the public.

Bear Creek Distillery
1879 S Acoma Street (Jewell and Acoma just west of Broadway)
Click for MAP
Thursday, Dec 18
6:30p-10:00p
Free

Local art showcase at Night and Day Vintage in Denver Nov 15

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Azalea Botanics

Our friends at one of Denver’s best vintage and antique shops, Night and Day Vintage, is hosting and evening of art, music and vintage!

This event will be showcasing new artworks by Mario Prieto Lopez, and other local artists including MYSELF!

Here is a sneak peek at one of the pieces I’ll have in the show:

I’m so excited to have some pieces exhibited in this show. I hope you can make it down to enjoy all of the artistic spirit that will be alive in this amazing shop.

There will also be a special musical performance by retro French pop artists, Toi et Moi .

You’ll have a chance to meet some our their other in-house artists and the basement will host three pop-up vintage shops including: Down Boy Down, Jerks and Fillies and Saint Vintage Clothing!

Hope to see you there!

Event facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/events/639306656187374

Event Info:
Night and Day Vintage
Saturday, November 15, 2014
6:00pm – 10:00pm

39 W. 11th Ave. (near 11th & Broadway) Click for Map
Denver, CO 80204
720-422-2590

Shop Hours:
Tuesday – Friday 12 to 6 p.m.
Saturday 11 to 5 p.m.
Sunday 12 to 4 p.m.

For more info on the shop visit their website:

http://www.nightanddayvintage.net

Bear Creek Distillery Installation

Posted on November 8, 2014 by Azalea Botanics

Our great friends at Bear Creek Distillery are officially opening up their tasting room to the public! It’s been a long journey for them and we’re all excited.

They invited me to help enhance their space with some plant installations and I couldn’t have been more excited. Their space is already beautiful with a rustic theme utilizing reclaimed snow fence wood and other materials.

Here is one of the pieces I installed:

Be sure to visit them when you get a chance. They are currently offering Silver Rum and Rye Vodka with other spirits in the works. I advice you to try out this new local gem and purchase a bottle or tow for your home collection.

visit their site for more details:

bearcreekdistillery.com

Holiday Season

Posted on November 1, 2014 by Azalea Botanics

Well, it is that time of the year already. 2014 is flying by fast and the holiday season is here.

If you have any floral/plant design needs for this upcoming holiday season, feel free to reach out to me. I can provide arrangements and decor for:

Family Gatherings
Thanksgiving event
Holiday Parties / Christmas Parties
Office Spaces
Retail Store Decorations
Hospitality (restaurant/hotel/salons) ambience
Hanukkah
Kwanza
Christmas

What a great Summer!

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Azalea Botanics

Wow! It’s already time for the holidays. The summer has been awesome and I have had some amazing experiences working with some of the greatest people.

I was very fortunate to work with clients on their special days. Weddings are some of my favorite events to be a part of. I have also had the opportunity to be a part of other events, providing arrangements and bouquets to some very special people, participate in local markets, collaborate with local artists and continue the growth of my business.

Out Front Magazine Power Party Event

Here are some photos from my work over the last season:

Goat Skull wall installation featuring succulents and air plants made from reclaimed fence post and branches.

Custom cellar installation in the basement of the Meadowlark Bar featuring various plants, moss, crystals & minerals, horns and custom painted cinder blocks.

Outdoor wedding event in Breckenridge Colorado.

Table piece for a wedding in Maryland.

Thank you to everyone who has help support me and who have been a part of this great journey with me.

Summer 2014 Schedule

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Azalea Botanics

Well, things are picking up around here at Azalea which is great news!

Unfortunately, it does cause some conflicts with some of the farmers markets that I was participating in on a regular basis. But don’t worry!

This doesn’t mean that I won’t be able to participate at upcoming local framers markets anymore, it just means that I will have more limited appearances at them. I still plan on getting out to several of them throughout the summer and I will keep you updated on those as I define them. Follow me on Facebook/Twitter for latest updates.
facebook.com/azaleabotanics
twitter.com/azaleabotanics

You can still always order those same floral and plant products that I offered at the markets directly and set up pick-up or delivery. Just call or email me.

I will also continue to have product at The Denver Urban Homesteaders Farmers Market for sale, such as small plants and my bargain fresh-cut floral bouquets!

I apologize for any inconvenience and I’ll definitely miss the great interactions that I experienced every Saturday and hope to have more in the future.

Caring for succulents

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Azalea Botanics

Caring for succulents is fairly a low-maintenance task. Although they usually grow in dry arid climates like deserts, they do like their moisture.

What you need:

Fresh Water
Weekly/Seasonal monitoring
Balanced fertilizer during grow season

The growing season for most succulents and cacti is from spring to fall. During this time, they should be watered generously so their soil is wet and even draining out of the container. You can also provide a balanced fertilizer (equal parts of Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potassium) during their grow season as well to add a some extra nutrients for their consumption.

During the cooler seasons, you should extend the water period to about 1.5 to 2 weeks or when the soil is almost completely dry.