B . Willow
In an increasingly technologydependent world , owner Liz Vayda aims to help us reconnect with nature by bringing a little bit of it indoors . Stop by B . Willow in Remington to shop their collection of indoor tropical and desert plants and plant care supplies , or to consult on botanical design and plant care to fulfill your specific needs . The shop also hosts frequent classes to create your own terrarium , floral wreath or macrame air plant holder . 220 W . 27th St .
The Margaret Cleveland , Walther Gardens & Nursery
Walther Gardens , located in Hamilton- Lauraville , has a history that dates back more than a century , and new owners gave it a breath of fresh air when they took over last year . Specialty plants , herbs , annuals , perennials , native plants and flowers are available seasonally , plus you have to try a snowball from one of the oldest stands in the country . Head over to the owners ’ other shop , The Margaret Cleveland in Bolton Hill , for more homeplanting accessories , plus occasional classes on floral design and plant care . 4725 Walther Ave .
The Flower Cart
Serving Baltimore since 1961 , The Flower Cart has two locations — one in Hamilton and one inside The Johns Hopkins Hospital — offering floral arrangements , fruit and gourmand baskets and plants . You won ’ t want to miss the Hamilton shop ’ s exterior mural of large pink blooms , and you may even be able to attend a floral arranging workshop or get a latte from The Pink Peony coffee cart . 5230 Harford Rd .
Flowers & Fancies
Though Flowers & Fancies is located just outside the city , they ’ ve stayed connected to the community for more than 50 years by partnering with local businesses , events and nonprofit associations . Their gift crates include a floral display alongside locally made goods by vendors like Charm City Meadworks and Mouth Party Caramels . Stop by the shop to see one of the region ’ s largest walk-in flower coolers , get inspiration for your next arrangement or learn how to make your own at a class . 11404 Cronridge Dr ., Owings Mills VB
FLOWER MART
Check out the annual Flower Mart , which takes place May 3-4 and is organized by the Mount Vernon Place Conservancy . The festival was founded in 1911 by the Women ’ s Civic League to encourage beautifying Baltimore with flowers and plants . Today , in addition to a lineup of local musicians and vendors , Flower Mart offers workshops and lectures on flower and plant themes . Plus , it ’ s where you can get Baltimore ’ s signature summer treat , the lemon stick — a halved lemon served with a peppermint stick “ straw .” 699 Washington Pl .
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