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Calgary Herald
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Calgary Herald
Downton Abbey gets the floral treatment in new Vancouver garden show
Article content Downtown Abbey fans are up for a floral treat as the Vancouver bespoke floral show producer Fleurs de Villes is bringing its new floral show — Fleurs de Villes Downton — to Vancouver 's VanDusen Botanical Garden May 23-June 1. Article content The Fleurs de Villes show is a fresh floral celebration that will transport visitors to early-20th century England and the world of the aristocratic Crawley family and their devoted staff. Article content Article content Article content 'Fleurs de Villes has a global history of floral storytelling, and we couldn't be more delighted to share the story of Downton Abbey 'en fleurs' in our own backyard,' Karen Marshall, co-founder of Fleurs de Villes said in a statement. 'We know Vancouver audiences will be captivated by the detail, the history, the artistry, and the flowers that Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey, beautifully supported by Oakridge Park, will encompass. With each installation created by talented local floral artists, we are fulfilling our mission of elevating the floral arts and sharing our florists incredible talent with the public in the most remarkable settings.' Article content Admission to the floral exhibit is included in the price of admission to VanDusen Botanical Garden or with a Garden Membership. Article content Article content Additionally, visitors can sip botanical-infused gin cocktails from the Wildflower Distilling Co. There will also be daily floral talks and demonstrations in the Fleurs de Villes JARDIN marquee tent and can check out botanical inspired culinary talks by Shaughnessy restaurant executive chef Matthew Phillip. Article content After strolling through the garden and the exhibit visitors can vote for their favourite for a chance to win an Oakridge Park shopping spree worth $1,500. Article content The experience continues downtown at the Oakridge Park Gallery (1067 West Cordova) where three more Downton Abbey-inspired floral mannequins will be on display.
Vancouver Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Downton Abbey gets the floral treatment in new Vancouver garden show
Downtown Abbey fans are up for a floral treat as the Vancouver bespoke floral show producer Fleurs de Villes is bringing its new floral show — Fleurs de Villes Downton — to Vancouver 's VanDusen Botanical Garden May 23-June 1. The Fleurs de Villes show is a fresh floral celebration that will transport visitors to early-20th century England and the world of the aristocratic Crawley family and their devoted staff. The floral exhibition, presented by Oakridge Park, sets the stage for the highly awaited third film, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, which will premiere on Sept. 12. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. On site will be a series of 20 floral mannequins and installations inspired by the series and all created by top local florists. 'Fleurs de Villes has a global history of floral storytelling, and we couldn't be more delighted to share the story of Downton Abbey 'en fleurs' in our own backyard,' Karen Marshall, co-founder of Fleurs de Villes said in a statement. 'We know Vancouver audiences will be captivated by the detail, the history, the artistry, and the flowers that Fleurs de Villes Downton Abbey, beautifully supported by Oakridge Park, will encompass. With each installation created by talented local floral artists, we are fulfilling our mission of elevating the floral arts and sharing our florists incredible talent with the public in the most remarkable settings.' Admission to the floral exhibit is included in the price of admission to VanDusen Botanical Garden or with a Garden Membership. Additionally, visitors can sip botanical-infused gin cocktails from the Wildflower Distilling Co. There will also be daily floral talks and demonstrations in the Fleurs de Villes JARDIN marquee tent and can check out botanical inspired culinary talks by Shaughnessy restaurant executive chef Matthew Phillip. After strolling through the garden and the exhibit visitors can vote for their favourite for a chance to win an Oakridge Park shopping spree worth $1,500. The experience continues downtown at the Oakridge Park Gallery (1067 West Cordova) where three more Downton Abbey-inspired floral mannequins will be on display. Participating florists include: Aldele Rae Florists, Angelica Floral Designs, Arbutus Florist, Atelier Floral, Avelyn Florist, Bita W Florist, Brenau Quan: Botanical Art, Floba Design Studio, Flower Factory, Heirloom Florals, Inky Rose, Jaded Creative Inc., Luminous Floral Studio, Manites, Nicola Adam Florals, and ROA Floral and Event Design. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit or the VanDusen Botanical Garden Visitor Centre.
Time Out
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
A list of all the free flower shows you can visit in NYC right now
At long last, New York City is in bloom. Fragrant lilacs, colorful tulips and perfectly pink cherry blossoms have burst forth after a brutal winter. To celebrate the season, expert florists have wrangled spring blooms into incredible displays across the city. From outdoor flower gardens to indoor floral installations, here are all the free flower shows to see in New York City right now, along with tips to make the most of each experience. 1. When: Through May 4 Where: Hudson Yards Purple orchids, white lilies, brown magnolia leaves, blue delphiniums and more have been transformed into magnificent floral creations depicting the sumptuous clothing of television series Downtown Abbey. More than a dozen local florists showcased their creativity by crafting stunning floral mannequins for the latest Fleurs de Villes exhibition at Hudson Yards. Even if you're not a fan of the TV show, this free exhibition is definitely worth seeing while it's on view through May 4. Each display is made of fresh flowers and botanicals. As Fleurs de Villes co-founder Karen Marshall says, "This is perishable art. Perishable art is must-see art." Time Out tip: To highlight the show, Hudson Yards is offering special deals, floral-themed tastings and bouquet workshops. Here's the full list of activations. 2. Macy's Flower Show When: Through May 18 Where: Macy's Herald Square An annual rite of spring, this year's Macy's Flower Show, titled "Floral Dreams Unfold," is now on view. The show begins outside the store with the retailer's signature windows, each one featuring lush floral displays alongside this season's fashions. The journey continues inside, where you'll be met with swirling floral spirals, a shimmery beanstalk decoration and topiary chameleons. As you continue through the store, look for a dragonfly display, a tribute to bees and a cool digital installation. Time Out tip: This is a popular one, so be prepared for crowds. The store opens at 10am daily, so you might want to get there early. 3. When: Through Labor Day Where: Madison Square Park Find some peace in Madison Square Park as you walk along a meditative spiral pathway aptly dubbed Gardens of Renewal. Located across the park's Redbud and Sparrow Lawns, the new path is a beautifully landscaped spiral that invites reflection while highlighting the political urgency of the climate crisis. Along the walk, you'll encounter a planting palette made up of increasingly rare—and nearly disappearing—native species. Artist Lily Kwong (you may remember her from her gorgeous orchid show a few years ago) collaborated with the Madison Square Park Conservancy to create the destination. Time Out tip: There's a QR code on site that you can scan to hear a meditation designed by sound practitioner Sandra Sears. The audio clip is meant to unfold over the duration of your perusal of the spiral. 4. When: Through early May Where: West Side Community Garden Tulips in a rainbow of colors have made their seasonal debut at the West Side Community Garden, a hidden oasis of springtime splendor. The garden is home to more than 10,000 tulips in every color and variety imaginable. Pink, yellow, red, purple and orange tulips—plus a few cool multi-color blooms—fill the garden's raised beds. As for varieties, see if you can spot the differences between parrots, darwins and triumphs—all different types of tulips. Enter through a wrought iron gate on West 89th Street between Amsterdam and Columbus Avenues to find the secret garden, open daily from dawn 'til dusk. The flowers are at the end of their blooming season, but you can still catch them if you get there soon! Time Out tip: Though it's free to visit, the garden is fully volunteer-run and could benefit from a donation if you're able to. 5. Cherry blossoms When: Through early May Where: All across NYC Part of what makes cherry blossom season so special is its fleeting nature. So, while the blooms are still around, go find som and snap a few photos to remember them by when those blustery, cold NYC days return. Cherry blossoms are in bloom all across the city, from Central Park to Green-Wood Cemetery to Brooklyn Botanic Garden and more. Here's our full list of where to find them. Time Out tip: The Central Park Conservancy launched a cherry blossom map and Brooklyn Botanic Garden maintains a CherryWatch map so you can track the buds before you head out for a walk. Be sure to treat the trees kindly and don't disturb nature when you're going in for that close-up video.
