We’re excited to announce two new product lines—plus the reintroduction of a beloved in-house design project.

 

Nielsen’s is now partnering with Grace Farms in New Canaan to carry their exquisite, responsibly sourced herbal teas.

 

Bold, aromatic and impossibly delightful, we are confident you will love this new addition. For the next month, stop in anytime to sample a complimentary tea—available through our rewards app.

“We take every effort to reduce our impact on the environment through the sourcing of our ingredients and production of our products and packaging. Our teas, coffees, and cookies are made with organic ingredients that help replenish soils and use less water all without chemical-based fertilizers. Our teas are packaged in plastic-free and biodegradable sachets that are better for you and the planet. When possible our packaging is made with post-consumer or FSC certified materials that are biodegradable or recyclable.”

Glasshouse Fragrances.

Glasshouse Fragrances with flowers

Just wow. This is the candle line we have been waiting for. Striking colors, bold packaging and scents that transport you. We are thrilled to carry these divine candles and diffusers, founded by a native New Yorker and exclusive to Nielsen’s in this area.

From the company… “We believe that our sense of smell is the most powerful one of all.

This is the world we inhabit and continually create at Glasshouse Fragrances. Complex, layered fine fragrances in many forms that make you feel something. Deeper. Beyond our product and yourself. What we make and where we take you is further than fragrance itself. Close your eyes. Open your imagination.

Fragrance is something we get to experience, like Alice in a sensory wonderland, bringing joy, style, inspiration… Our sense of smell is entwined with our memories, instantly jolting us back to nostalgic moments of the past. Fragrance is the one aspirational luxury that impacts everyone – no matter their age or dress size. It’s primal, yet precious. Instinctive, yet rarified. It can be comfortingly familiar or excitingly new. It makes us feel fabulous and glamorous, while elevating our spirit and soul. We strive to create a product that is technically flawless, unique, and has an uplifting effect on those who experience it.”

The Forget-Me-Not Collection

And finally, for those who missed it; we are now creating our own greeting cards in house. Titled the ‘Forget-Me-Not Collection‘ in memory of Margaret Peters—a dear friend and coworker who drew delicate forget-me-nots, now memorialized on our cards.

Employees submit artwork and photography each month and then we hand-select the best images to be used in each season’s collection.

 

 

How to choose a bridal bouquet.

 

Your bridal bouquet is an important accessory to your wedding day look. This can be exciting, and quite overwhelming. However, there are details to consider that will help you feel beautiful and confident when walking down the aisle.

 

Proportion:

The size of your bouquet should compliment your body’s proportions. Petite brides may want to opt for a smaller scale, posy style design to avoid burying her frame.Taller brides can carry more dramatic designs, such as cascading or trailing bouquets that beautifully elongate. Choose a style that feels harmonious and flattering to your frame.

 

Outfit:

Your bouquet should enhance your wedding day look, not compete with it. For example, a large, textured bouquet might clash with a dress with intricate details at the waist. The style and shape of the bouquet should go with the silhouette of your dress.

 

Color:

The colors in your bouquet should be consistent with your wedding aesthetic. We can help you create a color palette that can be integrated well into your day-of decor.

 

Personality:

All in all, it is your special day and your bridal bouquet should reflect your personality, so don’t feel pressured to stick to any specific design rules! Choose flowers and styles that feel right and make you feel happy!

We have two positions open here at Nielsen’s and are looking for 1 person for each position.

In Our Garden Center.

We’re looking for energetic, self-motivated, and positive sales associates to join our high-end, family-run florist and garden center. If you love plants, people, and working in a beautiful environment, this could be the perfect fit!

Please submit your application or resume WITH a note explaining why you would like to work for us to nielsen@nielsensflorist.com

What We’re Looking For:

  • A passion for plants and people
  • Comfortable using a POS system and communicating through digital channels with customers and co-workers as needed.
  • Willingness to work weekends.
  • A team player who thrives in all seasons—rain or shine!

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Helping customers create their garden dreams with top-notch service and expert guidance
  • Stocking, pricing, and merchandising plant displays
  • Caring for product, including watering and deadheading
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs and working outdoors in all weather

Indoor Retail Design Floor.

Join Our Team for the Holiday Season!

We’re looking for enthusiastic, seasonal team members to help us make this holiday season extra special at our high-end floral and home decor store! If you’re tech-savvy, friendly, and a fast learner, we want to hear from you! You’ll be working 24-40 hours a week, with peak weeks getting busier. Availability for at least one weekend day is a must. Immediate start and the chance to be part of a fun, creative team through Christmas!

If you have a knack for color and design, that is also a huge plus!

 

Pay starts at $17 an hour. 

 

Get ready to enjoy the benefits you know and love, like FREE flowers on your birthday and a $25 gift card after 10 check-ins, PLUS some new perks and benefits when you accumulate points!

Birthday flowers can now be redeemed 7 days up to your birthday or up to 3 days after. 

FIRST, we need to let you know that there is now a minimum spend of $10 to receive a check-in.

A few app settings to make note of to get the best experience. Please allow notifications and give the app permission to use the camera. The camera is needed to check you in the store and the app notifications will remind you of your birthday reward and any exclusive promos we have available.

The app should update automatically to the new interface but if it does not, please click this link.

Now for the new stuff!

Instead of “Lifetime Check-ins”, you will now earn Membership Points with each check-in that unlock new benefits at each tier.

 

  • HYDRANGEA = 50 CHECK-INS

    • Complimentary Tea When you Check-In. Enjoy a tea in our nook or greenhouse whenever you check in.
    • 10% off Cut Flowers, Once a Month, Any Day.
    • $10 off $50 coupon, One Time Use.
  • ROSE = 100 CHECK-INS
    • Complimentary Tea When you Check-In. Enjoy a tea in our nook or greenhouse whenever you check in.
    • 20% off Cut Flowers, Once a Month, Any Day.
    • 20% off an Indoor Pot, Once a Month, Any Day.
    • $20 off $80 coupon, One Time Use.
  • ORCHID = 150 CHECK-INS
    • Complimentary Tea When you Check-In. Enjoy a tea in our nook or greenhouse whenever you check in.
    • 30% off Cut Flowers, Once a Month, Any Day.
    • 30% off an Indoor Plant, Once a Month, Any Day.
    • $30 off $150 coupon, One Time Use.
  • PEONY = 200 CHECK-INS
    • Complimentary Tea When you Check-In. Enjoy a tea for yourself and a friend in our nook or greenhouse whenever you check in.
    • 50% off Cut Flowers, Once a Month, Any Day.
    • 50% off an Indoor or Outdoor Plant, Once a Month, Any Day.
    • $50 off $150 coupon, One Time Use.

 

 

We’re back!!!!!! We’re back at Grove Street Plaza (opposite NEAT and Flour, Water, Salt) with another large scale floral art piece for all to enjoy and this year we are celebrating spring, joy and love!

Our newly weds, Brenda & Charlie are sporting the latest in elegant floral wear, set against a floral installation of only whites, greens and soft pink to draw the eye.

What do you think?? Let us know! Snap a picture and tag @nielsensflorist, we’d love to see your selfies with the happy couple!

The best picture shared will win an all white cut flower bouquet so make sure to tag us. 

For more examples of our large scale event work, take a peek at the wedding and events gallery here.

Looking back at our flower flares over the years, we’ve faced so many challenges and had so much fun doing them. Freezing flowers, heat, wind, we never know what we are going to come up against!

Our flower flares were inspired by a desire to share floral joy with our community after Covid. We wanted to create something bright and bold and joyful.

Our first year, in 2022, we installed 3 pieces over 3 weeks in surprise locations.

The following year, we were back at Grove Street Plaza with a Monet-themed design and last year, we were lucky enough to grace the DCA’s front entrance for their 203 Project. We love creating these installations for people to enjoy and every one is a different experience for us!

We’re so glad you received a beautiful gift of flowers!

Here are some tips and tricks to keep your flowers looking gorgeous.

If you have any specific questions or need further assistance, please call 203-655-2541 or email us at nielsen@nielsensflorist.com. 

CUT FLOWER BOUQUET.

This is when your flowers come wrapped as a bouquet and are not already in water.  The stems have been cut fresh for you but you may need to cut them shorter depending on the vase. Fill your vase with room temperature water. Remove any foliage that would fall below the water line, put the packet of flower food in the water. If you do need to recut, cut each stem 1″ at an angle.

FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS.

These come already in water and have been custom designed by one of our trained floral designers. As soon as you receive your arrangement, please top up the water with room temperature water.

Add fresh water daily.

FOR ALL FLOWERS ONCE PUT IN  A VASE-

When the water becomes cloudy, empty the water out and replace with fresh room temperature water. This will prolong the life of your arrangement.

Keep your flowers out of direct sunlight, heat and drafts.

Remember, our flowers are guaranteed for 7 days!

Please contact us right away if you are not completely satisfied. Following the steps above will help to ensure long-lasting flowers.

 

 

 

Maintaining your cucumbers.

Pruning tomato plants.

Fertilizing Tomatoes.

Pruning your Endless Summer or Mophead Hydrangea

Finishing up the endless summer hydrangea!

Pruning Paniculata Hydrangea (late summer hydrangea)

Finishing up pruning late summer hydrangea!

And how it looks later that summer!

Watering Container Gardens

DIY Irrigation Kit

Hanging Basket Tips

 

When is it time to repot?!

Ok, now what pot?