Tag: Made in Memphis

Sara Beth’s New Green Mansion

Post author By Nancy Morrow
Post date February 21, 2016

Sara Beth bought a Wardian case while visiting in St. Louis, and brought it by to see if I could plant it for her.

I’ve looked at these miniature ornamental iron and glass contraptions many times, but never planted one as they are for some reason designed more for showing with artificial plants (ack!) than actually for planting. The glass panes were not sealed, and the metal tray in the bottom rattled around unsecured, with a gap between the sides of the tray and frame. I got my good friend Donn to seal it all very neatly with aquarium safe silicone sealer, then headed East to plant the little guy.

Sara Beth has a perfect little nook for the terrarium, with a large south facing window and plantation shutters to filter the brighter beams

So I gathered my rocks, gravel, activated carbon, sphagnum moss and, of course,

My special terrarium soil mix. I like to mix soil in this enamel washpan my friend, Alisa, gave me years ago.

I propagate most of my plants in little mini greenhouses like this box of espicia, peacock fern, and ficus pumila.

I like using selaginella in terries, and this variety grows tall enough to fill the tall case. Two little fittonia huddle in the corner.

It wil take a few months for everyone to settle and start really filling the space, but I think it turned out pretty nice.

Two kinds of hemographis reptans, peacock fern, selaginella cypress moss, espicia, ficus pumila, feather moss

I think they will be very happy together for many years to come.

One main reason I am in this business is to share the joy of living with plants. Please send me a note if you want to learn more, or to set up a consultation to get your own Green Mansion.

Peace and love – Nancy

Tags fern, Green mansions Memphis, home decor, House Plants, living art, Made in Memphis, Nancy Morrow, Rainforest, terrarium, terrariums, the plant lady

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About Green Mansions Memphis

Post author By Nancy Morrow
Post date March 11, 2015

Green Mansions are unique, sustainable terrariums created by Nancy Morrow. More than a rainforest in a jar, they are sentient friends, silent wondrous worlds of green life. Lift the top and smell Eden. Terries are low maintenance and particularly suited to urban environments and small spaces. I plant my terries with loving care, then spend weeks or months training the plants and shaping the landscape; they live for years with minimal maintenance.

Green Mansions are popular gifts for housewarmings, and brighten up any office desktop or reception area. Many people keep them on kitchen breakfast countertops, or under skylights in the master bath. Kids who like the outdoors are fascinated by the ever changing worlds under glass. They are long lasting gifts for Mom, Dad, and anyone you want to show some love. Cut flowers are pretty for day; a terrarium will bring years of joy.

Get your own tiny rainforest at Diane’s Art, Gift, and Home, on Overton Park Street; at the Annesdale Park Gallery or The Spa Midtown, both on Peabody Avenue, all in Midtown Memphis.

Prices range from $25 for wine glass moss creations to an average of $80 for a medium tabletop bowl; prices vary by size, the rarity of the plants, etc.

Terrariums, plants and supplies are available by appointment at the Mansion, along with the opportunity to build your own and learn about the world of gardening under glass. Custom designs are my specialty, and inquiries on plant matters are welcome. You can contact me for an appointment, or watch for my sales and workshops at locations around the city.

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Tags air plants, fairy, Green Mansions, home decor, Made in Memphis, moss, Nancy Morrow, Rainforest, terrariums, the plant lady

Build Your Own Terry Classes and Workshops

What Happens at a Build Your Own Workshop?

Post author By Nancy Morrow
Post date February 7, 2015

Pick your glass; pick your plants, play in the dirt, and leave with a new little friend to show everyone. Open the top, smell the rainforest, and be transported.

Glassware should be sturdy, clear, and with an opening large enough for a hand filled with dirt. A clear top is also nice

Neoregelia – nice jungle look, looks like it would get big but not much more than this. And button fern, so sweet

Pilea comes in a wide array of shapes, sizes, and colors, all gorgeous and like something from outer space!

Magally built the lovely fairy garden with a maidenhair fern and lots of moss

Ruth is taking her new skills to teach kids in DeSoto County

Tags fairy, fern, Green Mansions, home decor, living art, Made in Memphis, Nancy Morrow, nature, plants, Terrarium Care, terrarium maintenance, terrariums, the plant lady, vivarium, workshop

Classes and Workshops Sales and Open House Events

VALENTINES ON THE EDGE – Build a Terry, Buy Some Presents, Eat Lunch, Enjoy Music

Post author By Nancy Morrow
Post date February 3, 2015

Moss bowls to secret gardens, something green for everyone

Come on down to the Garden Path Studio, 597 Madison at Marshall, on February 14 from 1 to 5 pm – we’re having a party – the Cake Gallery Baketique is going to rock our world! Let’s Be Frank and Yonker’s Smokehouse will be serving great food, and High Cotton Brewery is joining the fun, too! Enjoy the musical stylings of Soriana Wood at 1:00; Joe Mahannah at 1:30; Ben Baker, Luke White, and Jimmy Crosthwait at 3:00 p.m.; Lilien Ploderer and Stephen Kendrick at 4:00

Need something beautiful for your Valentine? Or maybe yourself? Come shop with us all afternoon:

Mosaics, ceramics and paintings from Kristi Duckworth, http://kristiduckworth.com/

Metalworks by Elizabeth (Lizzie) Beard

Terrariums by Nancy Morrow – scroll down for more info and photos!

Jewelry by Meri Maple. Feeling creative? Let Meri help you make something beautiful.

Ceramics and zen chimes by Jimmy Crosthwait – check him out at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSBm1VkNcQw

Watercolors and head wreaths by Paulette Regan

Photos by Clyde Jones

Paintings by David Hall

Tire Art by Tad Pierson – ask him about American Dream Safari tours, too! https://www.facebook.com/TadPiersonArt

BUILD YOUR OWN TERRARIUM –

Always wanted to make your own terrarium, but not sure how to do it? Or maybe you’ve tried it already but it just didn’t work? Come learn the art and science behind making a balanced miniature ecosystem, and build your own terry with “The Plant Lady,” Nancy Morrow. You will leave with a little friend who will be happy and healthy for a long time in your home or office. Class fee of $45 in advance ($50 day of event) includes activated carbon/sphagnum/rocks/soil mix (enough to plant up to a one gallon container) and a credit of $10 towards your choice of glassware and plants, plus all the information you need to build and maintain a healthy, long-lasting miniature rainforest. Glass containers of various sizes ($5-$40) and tiny plants including selaginella, hemigraphis, bromeliads, pilea, fittonia, ferns and live moss ($5-$10) will be available for purchase. Bring your own figurines, crystals, or other décor. You are also welcome to bring your own clear glass container, just make sure it is sturdy, with an opening you can easily get your hand through to plant and maintain your miniature garden. Space is limited, so sign up today. Leave a comment here, or send an email to [email protected] reserve a space. For more info, call me at 901-828-3685.

Big Hearted Bud Vases and More from Jimmy Crosthwait

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