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Festive Winter Containers
Winter container season is different from all other seasons. Our gardeners transform into floral designers as they use fresh-cut seasonal pieces to create full, lush winter looks with no living plants.
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The Magic of December
While much of the natural world indeed prepares for the slumber of winter, there are those that come to life during these months of blanketed bliss. 
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Protecting Evergreens for the Winter
Evergreens in the landscape are the bones of the garden, keeping it orderly and interesting year round. When the winter winds come, evergreens that are not protected in the fall have a higher chance of “burning.”
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Welcome to November
To my fellow Scorpios and some Sagittarians, our birth month is upon us. Time to celebrate! At fleurdetroit, November is the kickoff to the holidays, and all that surrounds holiday décor and design.
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How To: A Showstopping Fall Wreath
There's nothing better than a beautiful fall grape vine wreath embellished in the season's best natural materials to bring in the new season. Here’s our favorite step-by-step process for creating a custom wreath—a wonderful addition to any home for fall!
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Moving Your Plants Indoors: Tips & Tricks
To try to save or not to save? With the proper grooming, light source, and airflow, some of your outdoor plants can certainly be relocated for the season, but others just aren't worth the hassle. We share our tips and tricks to help you decide! 
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Porch Planting Fall Masterpieces
Spring and summer may be thought of as planting season, but at fleurdetroit, fall is equally busy. Our custom container team is busy planting cold hardy plants and flowers that come together to celebrate the change of season.
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A Sophisticated Halloween Display
If you really want to make a statement this year—avoid the plastic pumpkins! Festive holiday decor doesn't have to be basic. Go bold with your plan and introduce your favorite elevated design elements outdoors for an updated, modern Halloween display.
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Breezing Into October

Through life, I have always imagined each day, perhaps too programmed in our Western way, as if a square of space on a calendar page.

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Creating a Memorable Harvest Table
Crisp fall weather calls for cozy entertaining. Whether you’re hosting a small gathering for family or having friends over for a fall evening of fun, we've created the perfect harvest tablescape to celebrate the season.
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Meet the Man Behind Rough Sawn Detroit
Artisan Matt Wlotkowski grew up in Royal Oak, Michigan assisting his dad in the garage with woodworking projects for as long as he can remember.
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How To: Gold Leaf Pumpkins
Fall is a great season to bring metallic inspiration into your home. Mixing metallics with the strong, warm, darker colors of fall strikes a balance while allowing the metallics to shine.
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