For many of our customers, it has become a holiday season tradition to visit us at this time of year. We are delighted to know that. Some guests just want to enjoy a leisurely quest for the perfect present or stocking stuffer in the relaxed, non-frantic environment of our large and welcoming gift shop. Some guests come for entirely different reasons.

THAT WARM WINTER FEELING

Others say they visit us for mood enhancement. They confide that they always start to feel a bit blue when the landscape surrounding them is cast in shades of only white and grey. So they visit our tropical atrium to bask in a cheerful feeling that arises from being surrounded by scenery bursting with gorgeous greenery!

Some guests desire holiday greenery for gifts, others want it for decorating their own homes. Some people are just hungry. Several of our male customers insist they like to come here because our parking is free and our food is tastes so good. Other people just feel so satisfied upon discovering a perfect present that they decide to satisfy their hunger pangs. Shopping is far more fun, far more rewarding and way more relaxing when you can take a break and just sit down for hot and hearty soup, or a delicious grilled Panini, or just a frothy latte paired with fresh, fruit pie bursting with flavour - after you visit our coffee bar.

Whether you are coming here to shop, browse for decorating ideas, improve your mood, or you just need really good hot soup, warming drinks and fresh baking on a cold and dreary day - it's always more than O.K. we welcome your visit and truly hope you enjoy your time here.

HOLIDAY DECORATING FOR SPECIFIC THEMES OR COLOUR SCHEMES

Our gift shop showcases so many stunning and sensational ornaments for gift giving as well as tree trimming and holiday decorating. It also features discerning decorations for highly specific colour schemes and subject themes. Contemplating a tree in monochromatic colours, primary colours, royal colours, a presentation of pastel shades or the striking sight of a tree adorned in just gold & silver, turquoise & burgundy, chocolate brown & rich cream or raven black & winter white? We have the adornments to create those colourful combinations and many more.

In terms of tree themes, we feature the perfect ornaments for bird enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, pet owners, icicle & snowflake decorators, tea pot & coffee cup cravers, pie, cake or cupcake hobbyists, gnome & pixie pursuers, Santa & snowmen searchers, fruit, feather and flower fanciers, raccoon or reindeer seekers, geese & loon lovers, antique glass or lucky pickle hunters. Whether you're looking for squirrel and owl ornaments, moose or bear decorations, ice skates, snowshoes and stocking adornments, rustic canoes or other treasures, you will be indeed be pleased. These and so many other other memorable theme decorations await you inside our gift shop.

Whether you want ornaments & accessories to create an ultra-cool and contemporary tree, a traditional vintage tree, or a whimsical tree that will make your guests chuckle and smile, the decorations on our trees are designed to help you enhance your tree.

HUGE HOLIDAY IDEAS FOR SMALL SPACES

It can so frustrating when you confront the challenge of creating a festive mood in small places with very limited space. We  strive to make that project much easier and far more enjoyable. Come explore our outstanding collection of tiny trees, captivating miniature ornaments and other mini-decorations - perfect for smaller apartments or condos, guest rooms in large homes, small rooms or suites in hospitals, lodges and nursing homes.

HOLIDAY BLING

The gift shop's jewellry section has an appealing array of attractive necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings, scarves and other adornments that sparkle, shimmer and shine. Seeking something dainty, earthy, chunky, contemporary or classic? We have several styles of beautiful bling that are fun, fetching and surprisingly affordable.

HOLIDAY GIFT SHOP TREASURES

We make it easier to shop for those with rather eclectic preferences. Take time to discover all the practical yet artistically appealing wall hooks, coat hooks, and accessory hooks. Satisfy the weather watchers with handsome sun dials, wind chimes, gazing globes, unusual watering cans or weather vanes. Discover vases in many shapes, styles and sizes, appealing indoor and outdoor wall art, and an absolutely astonishing selection of other kinds of vibrant wall decor. You'll also encounter truly handsome mail boxes, clocks, bowls, figurines, indoor fountains, sconces and mirrors. If you need a host or hostess gift, discover a plethora of intriguing options. Then for yourself or someone else, who enjoys entertaining, make holiday gatherings more memorable with stylish napkins to enhance any place setting and a beguiling assortment of charming place card holders.

HOLIDAY GREENERY

Our collection of holiday greenery features fresh and fragrant festive Christmas trees & wreaths, garlands & swags, vines & cones, boughs & berries. And the gift shop's atrium features fantastic, festive tropicals: Christmas cactus, Norfolk Island pine, amaryllis, and handsome poinsettia. We carry both traditional and novelty poinsettia in a cheerful cascade of attractive shades and we can customize your poinsettia with distinctive, decorative flair. We also provide the perfect poinsettia for those who are not usually partial to points. We also have a good supply of Sugar Cones - truly huge pine cones - delightful for holiday decorating indoors or dabbing with peanut butter and hanging outdoors as a special treat for the birds in your yard.

HOLIDAY ATRIUM

The tropical atrium's exotic flora includes enchanting orchids, fragrant gardenias, aromatic jasmine, showy amaryllis, weird and wonderful ferns & vines. Delight someone on your gift list with the refreshing appeal of lemon or lime trees, the aromatic charm of myrtle topiary or fragrant rosemary trees. Shopping for someone who prefers bonsai, cactus & succulents or carnivorous plants? Those too await you in the atrium. The atrium's well informed staff can advise you about the proper care and maintenance of tropical beauties. Customized tropical gift baskets are available upon request. For volume orders, advance notice is greatly appreciated.

HOLIDAY DINING

We are not a restaurant and we don't have a dining room, so we don't feature all the meals on our menu every day - instead, we specialize in rotating our daily selections so our tasty offerings vary from one day to the next. Our coffee bar area does not feature a large number of tables or a huge amount of space. But size isn't everything! If you want to sit down and enjoy a refreshment and snack, we are at your service. If you prefer something smaller - just a superb snack, we can serve you just that. If you crave only a hot cup of delicious coffee or tea, with or without dessert, just let us know your preference.

During the holiday season as well as every other season, we serve comfort food to please the palate and brighten your day in a truly tasteful way. Everything is made in-house, so you know it's freshly made here, not shipped here or delivered here. Our hearty soups are rich with fantastic flavours, our fresh baking is delightful from the first bite to the last morsel, our pies celebrate the fruitful wonder of amazing pastry and our superbly satisfying Panini sandwiches are always hot off the grill!

HOLIDAY PARKING

Much of the time at many places, finding a parking space is so frustrating and time consuming that you start to feel exhausted before you even start shopping. Life is much less frantic and so much more relaxed when your creative energy can focus on finding the perfect festive gift rather than a quest to discover an available parking space.

During the holiday season and very other season, we have a huge amount of parking. All of our parking is free, so don't worry about having enough change for the meter. We actually don't have any meters. We don't really approve of them because they never enhance the landscape. And our parking lot is so large, that whether you arrive in a small car, a large truck, mid-size van or a great, big bus, you'll find it very easy to manoeuvre, both upon arrival and departure.

HOLIDAY SEASON MERCHANDISE POLICY
REGARDING RETURNS & EXCHANGES

*** N.B. No merchandise returns or exchanges will be accepted at the tills, the week prior to Christmas or the week after Christmas. No exceptions. We established this policy since customers wish to make their purchases in a very fast, efficient and timely manner during their busy holiday season.  While this policy will benefit the majority of our customers,  we certainly apologize, in advance, for any inconvenience this policy may cause any of our guests.