Santa’s elves come in all shapes and sizes, and work on a multitude of tasks.
The folks at are hard at work making wreaths and garland.
“It transitions our crew from being spread over a 90 acre nursery to being consolidated in a greenhouse, for better or worse,” explained Terry Bertrand.
And make them they do. The Christmas wreath dates back centuries and symbolizes Christ, with no beginning or end, the eternity of life.
So, what does it take to make a wreath?
“A circle!” joked Terry. “Actually, we do mixed greens, Fraser fir, white pine, cedar. The girls get creative with juniper, hemlock and boxwood.”
It is then worked into a circular frame and interlocked together. Bows, berries and baubles can be added.
The wreath is such a classic look for Christmas, whether on a door or fence, used as a center piece. It says Christmas and living in the north.
“Especially this far north, the wreaths are important. People leave them up a long period of time. I’ve seen people put bird seed around them. They’re pretty and hold the snow nicely. If we get a stark snow fall they still give you the feeling of up north, it’s Christmas,” said Terry.
Christmas is known for traditions and the wreath, a Christmas symbol, just might be a great back to tradition gift.
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