Well, Flower Lovers, it’s officially Summer! Here in Vermont, it seemed like a long road to get to the season of beach days and cookouts but it’s finally here. We have the windows open and the sweet smells of the gardens wafting into our office – something in the air definitely changed and it is… Read more »
Tag: Vermont
10 Interesting Gardens to Visit in the United States – 2013
Here’s a wonderful list of Interesting Gardens to visit in the United States to visit if you’re ever in the area. These resources are useful for flower lovers and garden gurus alike, looking to visit nature at its finest. To make it easier to use, this list is broken into states. Feel free to share… Read more »
Happy Earth Day!
Some pretty terrifying things have happened this past week which can make seeing the beauty in things difficult. However, we at Calyx Flowers believe in paying it forward – be kind and see kindness come back to you. The planet is full of wonderful people and natural beauty so let’s take today to notice that.… Read more »
Emerald Orchids
Don’t let your Irish pride end with the flag outside your home, show it with the beautiful Emerald Orchid Bouquet from Calyx Flowers. The color is enhanced but there is nothing fake about the beauty of these gems. Looking like a bouquet of shamrocks but holding tight to the majesty of orchids, the emerald bundle will no doubt… Read more »
Otter Creek Gorge Preserve Hike
Having faced two cancelled hikes to Otter Creek Gorge Preserve we were wondering if this particular hike would happen at all for Sharon and her group of dedicated hikers. Otter Creek Gorge Preserve TrailTown of Middlebury in Vermont. Sharon details the hike for us: The weather finally cooperated and we made it to New Haven… Read more »
Hiking in the Hinesburg Town Forest
Last week Sharon & her fellow hikers had a fun adventure, covering 6 miles, in the Hinesburg Town Forest. Let’s see what she has to say about one of the best trail systems in Vermont. We started out on a wide trail, climbing steadily for about 3/4 of a mile. Then we veered onto a narrow woods path that… Read more »
On Colchester Pond
Another week, another trail walk. This week my fellow co-workers tackled trekking around Colchester Pond. Being the only Floridian of the bunch, I had to laugh at all the humidity talk that ensued in Sharon’s description. But then again, they laugh at me during my visits when its 60 degrees outside and I have my… Read more »
Checking Out Colchester Causeway
Colchester Causeway provided a great outing for six of our employee/dedicated walkers last week. Our narrator/walk coordinator, Sharon gives a wonderful recap of their experience. Read on! The causeway juts 2.5 miles out into Lake Champlain, allowing for ample views of the Adirondacks, the Green Mountains, and several islands. It was hazy yet we could still see the outlines… Read more »
Welcome to the beautiful Shelburne Farms
As I talked about a few weeks back, many of the employees at Calyx Flowers’ sister company, The Vermont Teddy Bear Company have been participating in summer trail walks. Last week Sharon provided this recap on the historic Shelburne Farms. Enjoy! This week we walked along the Shelburne Farm trails and dirt roads for about… Read more »