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DIY Flowers - Bucketfuls of 'Growers Mix of Flowers'

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 If you want to do-it-all yourself- DIY: you'll be interested in our flowers by the bucketful. They are available as mixed flowers @$80 or by color @$95. We make every effort to supply a wonderful mix of our locally grown flowers for you to work with. Design and consulting are not included in this DIY option. $50/hour is available, but never required. Call Susan with questions or special needs.

Details: These flowers are grower's choice. The buckets include 70 + stems, always a lovely mixture of flowers; a fine combination of focal flowers, filler and line flowers.  Specific color requests (and April-May & October) are $95 per bucket.  Greenery only buckets are always $80.
Please note with the Grower's Mixed bucket, we choose the flowers. See below is you need specific flowers. Order them by the bunch: 
http://www.shady-grove-gardens.com/flowers-by-the-bunch.html
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http://shady-grove-gardens.blogspot.com/2013/03/bucketfuls-of-diy-flowers-locally-grown.html

Mixed Dahlia only buckets will be available August - October 1 @$95 each. This is the only flower we sell this way. These are mixed colors.

-Specific varieties may be ordered by a standard 10 stem bunch: these would include hydrangea, peony, sunflower, Lisianthus, viburnum, tulip, ranunculus, anemone, dahlia and lilac.

Personal Flower Designs plus DIY buckets for the reception:
We design the personal flowers and the family orders buckets of flowers to make the centerpieces. We do this all the time.

Links:

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http://www.shady-grove-gardens.blogspot.com
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/23720654@N07/ 

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shady-Grove-Gardens-Nursery/69732574790

http://pinterest.com/sggarden/pins/
https://www.instagram.com/sggarden/   
http://www.shady-grove-gardens.com/DIY-workshop - Do-it-Yourself - we help 'Flower Arranging Party'

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 -Flowers listed by color and weeks available throughout the season

Blog posts of many of our DIY Brides

Frequently Asked Questions - Flowers by the Bucketful

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  • How do I get started placing an
    order?

    Start by listing all your designs and plan
    an average number of stems you need.
    Plan the number of buckets and colors
    as well and greenery. Click the order form above
    or call Susan. Make sure to plan a
    pick up time and mail the 1/2 deposit
    check to get your order placed. -The
    order form button is right above here.
    • How many stems? and what is in a
    bucket?

    We start with at least 7 bunches, which
    means ~70 stems. We make every effort
    to offer a pleasing mix of bright 'garden
    flowers'. The bucket will include filler,
    focal and line flowers for arranging.
    All our best flowers go to our wedding clients. We have flower availability
    bar charts listing flowers by color, and the weeks they are generally
    available. See our website.
    • Why should I order your locally grown buckets of flowers instead of
    from a big company?

    Not only do we offer a unique mix of lovely garden and wildflowers. We
    promise they will be perfectly fresh, and well hydrated. You don't need to
    learn flowers to order from us. You can order a mix or by specific color. We
    work very hard to make you happy and your day perfect. Our flowers offer
    your the unique local feel of the mountains. You will not get this anywhere
    else.
  • Can I choose what goes in the buckets?  No, with this lower price we choose. 7 bunches of great flowers, either mixed colors or your colors. We think we are better at this than you are. 
    • How many Quart mason jars will one bucket make?
    It depends on the fullness of your arrangement. But we usually say 5 mason
    jars with a regular mouth jar opening. For bud vases, it's best to practice with
    a few flowers. Don't forget to plan your greenery if you are using some.
    • I really want a professional to design my Bridal Bouquet, do I need
    another florist?
    No, Susan can design beautiful bouquets for you, call for a
    consult. (we like to keep the over-all minimum @$250 including any
    buckets you order)
    • How long will they last? Down in water, in a cool spot, these flowers will
    last 4-10 days, depending on the variety. We find wilting occurs when they
    are put in the sun or out of water. Most of these 'garden wildflowers' do not
    like to be in floral foam. Plan to arrange in vases of water or short term.
    • When can I pick up the buckets of flowers?
    Anytime you need them. Most brides pick up on Thursday or Friday. All
    pickups are 9AM- 6PM. (we offer a few pickups on Saturday, these are
     for Sunday weddings)
    • How far are you from Boone?
    We are 10 miles from downtown Boone, straight out Hwy. 421 north.
    Please see the map and address below.
    • How many vases will they make?
    Impossible to say, all vases are different and many brides use numerous
    sizes. My suggestion is to practice a bit. This will also give you a feel for
    how much time to allow for arranging.
    • What do I need to arrange the flowers?
    Helpers, plenty of space, funnel, pitcher, strong
    garden clippers!! Someone to strip the leaves, to
    keep them out of the water, gloves, time, something
    to transport the vases in, such as a boxes with
    packing materials. Remember we have curvy roads.
    • How do I care for the arranged flowers?
    All flowers use the most water the first 24 hours.
    Arranged or not, check your water levels, spread
    out the flowers and fill the vases up. Store them in a cool spot whenever
    possible. Like all flowers, wind and sun will make them wilt. Do not let the
    photographer lay them out in the sun.
    • Where is the best place to keep them, I don't have a cooler? An air-conditioned
    room, without the air directly on the flowers. Out of the sun and
    heat. Not in a hot car, an open pickup, or a beer cooler. NO Food/drink
    coolers- it's too easy to damage your flowers there.!
    • Who should I send to pick the flowers up? Anyone with plenty of room in
    their car. This is when SUV's come in handy. I often meet Moms and Dads.
    Make sure to check the water level when you get to where you are going.
    The pickup person is usually in charge of final payments as well as the cash
    bucket deposit.
    • Is there greenery in the buckets?
    No, not unless you request it. We use mostly non-traditional evergreen type
    greenery. You can order a $80 bucket of just greenery. We sell some items by
    the bunch as well. Make sure to tell us if you want dark leaf, lime or silver leaf
    foliage.
    • I need specific colors, how does that work?
    You may order any color or colors you need as long as we grow it. These
    buckets are $95 each. This allows us the time to choose, maybe even plant,
    just the right flowers and colors for your wedding. We welcome color
    swatches or photos of the colors you want.
    • Why are the April- May & October - November mixed buckets $95?
    Many of these seasonal flowers are grown in our greenhouse requiring
    months of extra care. This is labor intensive. These buckets often include
    special spring bulbs such as tulips, anemones and ranunculus. The higher
    price also allows us to order flowers if the weather does not co-operate or we
    are short on your colors.
    • What if I need more flowers?
    We often have other flowers cut on Friday. You
    can shop from any that aren't promised, straight
    out of our cooler. We sell these by the bunch.
    Bring extra, clean buckets. (our main flower
    farm in not here at the cooler, so we are unable
    to go pick for you last minute)
    • I feel like I need a consult.
    If you don't see the answers here or elsewhere on our website call me @
    828-297-4098. Otherwise, a standard sit-down consult will be $50/hour if
    we are not designing flower arrangements for you.
    • How does it work with the bucket deposit?
    We charge a refundable $5 cash deposit for each of our buckets. They should
    be returned within a week or two; clean and not broken of course. We return
    to you all of the deposit. Please understand we can not put this on a credit
    card without charging a usage fee. Another $10. Otherwise, we are losing
    money on this service. Plan on this separate cash expense/deposit.
    • Can I just bring my own buckets?
    Yes, of course. Bring 2-3 gallon CLEAN buckets. Wastepaper baskets work
    too. The Dollar store usually has some cheap ones. I repeat, clean buckets
    that hold water. Your flowers will last so much longer.... so no ash buckets,
    tar buckets, concrete buckets or horse buckets. Plan to bring a few extra
    buckets. We will spread them out for you.
    I think I want some roses or a few more traditional flowers, maybe
    eucalyptus garland?
    We will be happy to order what ever you need. There are some basic
    minimums. Orders are by the bunch. 5-10-25 stems.
    • How do I order?
    Send via mail or email the order form, plus a check for 1/2 the expected
    amount make sure the Brides name and date are on both. To insure you get
    on our calendar for your color needs, ASAP . Your are not on the calendar
    until we received your deposit.
    • What is the deposit to order flowers?
    For buckets or designs it is 1/2 of the expected total. For buckets only, the
    remaining may be paid on the day of pickup.
    Cash, credit card - no out of state checks, the day
    of please.
    • Do you take credit cards?
    We do. We prefer checks for the deposit and
    credit cards for the balance. Cash is welcome
    too.
    • How do I place an order for buckets of
    flowers?

    You can call, e-mail or download the order form below. Please fill out this
    simple form, listing your contact information, dates, names and flower order.
    We try to keep it simple. All correspondence requires the Brides name and
    wedding date, especially mailed checks from your Dad.
    • Can I wait to order a few weeks from the wedding?
    Not a good idea, sometimes we have a very big wedding order to fill. We
    hate to say no. (since we are growers the earlier the better, we can plant just
    for your wedding)
    • Wow, I didn't realize there was so much to it. Can I really make this
    work?

    Yes, just plan plenty of time and space, get that manicure afterward. Grab
    someone with an artist flare and don't forget to cut down/up the taller
    flowers to fit into your vases or jars.
    • Other things to consider?
    Plan your pickup time to allow several hours to put together your flower
    arrangements. Storage, transport to the venue, transport after the wedding,
    setting up in wind or sun? No hot cars, or too cold coolers. Order a few extra
    stems for back ups. Practice ahead of time.
  • If this seems like too much, we can arrange the flowers for you. The minimum for a la carte design work is $250 and can include buckets of flowers. Otherwise the bucket minimum is 1 bucket.

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a mixture of blues, yellows and a few whites
Flower Sales and Pickup: 
904 Will Isaacs Rd. Zionville 28698
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summer buckets of mixed flowers
Bucket/ loose flower order form
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Late summer bright fall tones
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DIY arrangements by our bride- spring flowers
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August mixed color bucket
Various Buckets full of Flowers ready for pickup
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    • DIY Flowers by the Bunch
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