Colony Floral & Greenhouse

Colony Floral & Greenhouse We are a family owned business since 1962.We specialize in growing poinsettias and spring bedding pl

I haven't updated on the progress of the poinsettias for a while, so here you go!I have had a couple of challenges so fa...
10/10/2025

I haven't updated on the progress of the poinsettias for a while, so here you go!
I have had a couple of challenges so far this year with slowing them up but have them under control now. All the necessary applications have been made, except for one more fungicide treatment. The shade cloth was pulled off the greenhouse last weekend to let in the maximum amount of sun without the danger of burning them up and I'm thankful to Brian for doing that heavy job every year.
They are also showing what is known as first color, it's so amazing to me that the color is always present in them but is coved by the green chlorophyll in the leaves. This transformation is triggered by the longer dark nights which stops and breaks down the chlorophyll and allows the true colors of the poinsettia to be revealed. Interestingly, this is why I get very concerned about street lights and must be very careful to not leave any lights on in the store. It's also been great I haven't had to light even one furnace yet, but that day is soon coming to an end and I'm watching the night temperatures closely. Overall, I think this is going to be a good crop.
Hard to believe, Christmas is just around the corner!

It's Frank-n-friends!
10/08/2025

It's Frank-n-friends!

It's succulent pumpkin time!These are so fun, and so easy to care for. Each pumpkin is loaded with different varieties o...
10/06/2025

It's succulent pumpkin time!
These are so fun, and so easy to care for.
Each pumpkin is loaded with different varieties of succulents accented with silk botanicals, each one is totally unique.
Care is easy, just hold them under a gentle stream of water once a week, let them drain and sit them back into their special dish (that comes with them.) You may place them in bright filtered light but that is not necessary. They are very long lasting on the pumpkins, in fact, I know someone who had hers for over a year on a long-expired pumpkin! When fall is over, pull the succulents off and plant them.
These make great gifts and work perfect on a desk for upcoming Boss's Day.
Hurry and get yours, these take a long time to make and when they're gone that's it for the season. Stop in and see all the fun things we have for fall!

I think it has become my new tradition to watch (listen) to old spooky movies while making succulent pumpkins. "They're ...
10/04/2025

I think it has become my new tradition to watch (listen) to old spooky movies while making succulent pumpkins.
"They're coming to get you Barbara, look there comes one of them now!" LOL😁

As October approaches it's time to think about bringing in your house plants if you've had them outside. We have a good ...
09/29/2025

As October approaches it's time to think about bringing in your house plants if you've had them outside. We have a good supply of Baccto Premium Potting Soil if you're needing to repot your plants. Available in 50 # bags or 25 # AND something you will rarely see...Take $2.00 off either sized bag! This is some of the best potting soil on the market and difficult to find, so don't miss out!
The mums are showing good color with the warm days, and we still have a good selection of single colors and the popular color combos. These are winter hardy if you want to plant them in the ground to come back year after year.
Stop in and see what's new!

I think someone is confused...Some of you (including me) have noticed lilacs blooming again this fall.Lilacs can bloom i...
09/27/2025

I think someone is confused...
Some of you (including me) have noticed lilacs blooming again this fall.
Lilacs can bloom in the fall as a result of stress or unusual weather conditions during the summer months, in our case, I'd say it's been all the rain and cloudy days we've had. This condition has tricked the bush into thinking it's spring again triggering hormones that broke their dormancy during the summer. Basically, they think it's spring...
This isn't harmful to the bush, however, they may have less blooms when spring really arrives next year. The best thing to do is just enjoy them, once again.

Vintage Halloween is the best!These vintage reproduction signs are on metal and have the ability to hang or sit with an ...
09/26/2025

Vintage Halloween is the best!
These vintage reproduction signs are on metal and have the ability to hang or sit with an attached easel on the back, they are also pretty good sized. Who remembers the top hat cat from an old Beistel cut out?
The Jack-o-lantern reproduction is made of resin.
We will be open all day until 7:00 for the Fall Shopping Stroll on October 1st, there was some miscommunication, so we are not listed on the advertisement, but I'll be here. The store looks great, and we have a lot of product with a sneak peak of Christmas. Stop in anytime and browse!

Fall colors are my very favorite fresh flowers to work with and this week's truck did not disappoint.The cooler is full ...
09/24/2025

Fall colors are my very favorite fresh flowers to work with and this week's truck did not disappoint.
The cooler is full of arrangements ready to grab and go or I can make something for you. You don't have to buy them in a vase, I'd also be glad to wrap a loose bunch for you to arrange in your own vase. Give me a price range and I'll supply a beautiful bouquet!
It's a beautiful time of year!

Winter hardy fall mums are here! I have single colors and the popular color combos. It's important to know that not all ...
09/22/2025

Winter hardy fall mums are here! I have single colors and the popular color combos.
It's important to know that not all mums are winter hardy, meaning if they aren't winter hardy they won't come back every year. The only way to know if they are, is to ask a knowledgeable person and not everyone selling them is...
If you want to plant your mum, select a place in full sun. Cut them back when foliage has died, mulch them with straw or a good cover of leaves and if we have a dry winter be sure to water them periodically. Just like all perennials, planting them in containers won't work if you want them to come back because they will winter kill.
For people who really love mums, they can be purchased in the spring (here at Colony) and have all summer to get established. Mums will bloom in the summer but if you want them to be full, bushy and time for fall you must practice this catchy phrase of "cut them 4 inches until the 4th of July."
These mums are in bud stage which is perfect for longevity well into fall.
Stop in and see what's new for fall!

On the phone talking to a sales rep. looking out the window behind the counter into the greenhouse and see this! He was ...
09/17/2025

On the phone talking to a sales rep. looking out the window behind the counter into the greenhouse and see this! He was looking for an easy safe place to store a walnut for the winter. The bad thing is I saw where he tried a pot of poinsettias first.
No way I could be upset with such a cute furry friend, we'll just have to figure a way to block them from coming in from the courtyard. He does however get a star for bravery.
I guess he is telling us winter is just around the corner, and who knows, someone may get a bonus walnut tree with their Christmas Cactus!

Today!
09/10/2025

Today!

Address

201 Colony Avenue
Kinsley, KS
67547

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 1pm

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+16206593346

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