CONSUMER SHOW – TORONTO March, 2015
Spring has Sprung at the National Home Show
with CANADA BLOOMS
Star-studded lineup get attendees thinking about refreshing their space
in time for the new season
After a long, cold winter with temperatures consistently below zero, it’s a relief to many Canadians that spring is on its way, and with the promise of warmer weather on the horizon it is the perfect time to start planning your 2015 garden.
For nearly 20 years, Canada Blooms has been helping novice and expert gardeners alike brush up on their skills after a long winter of hibernation.
The wait is over, North America’s largest home and garden event is finally here! The National Home Show, presented by RE/MAX and co-located with Canada Blooms, opens its doors tomorrow with a star-studded lineup of home and garden celebrity experts.
The 10-day show runs March 13-22 at Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place, and will feature new and innovative products, trendy décor ideas, and design and reno tips from professionals, all under one roof!
Here are some show and stage highlights to get you thinking about refreshing your space in time for spring.
Friday, March 13
It’s opening day at the show and what better way to start off your spring design plans than to check out Glen Peloso and Jamie Alexander at the Unilock Celebrity Stage presented by Sigmadek. See how your kitchen and dining room as more than just a place to eat!
Saturday, March 14
Catch Canada’s favourite design duo Colin and Justin as they shed light on how good design can improve real estate dollar value. Later, Glen Prairie will show you how to optimize your living space on the Vitamix Kitchen Stage presented by Raywal cabinets.
Sunday, March 15
Jim Connelly will help you find your inner decorator, showing you how to spruce up your home this spring.
Monday, March 16
Join us as March Break begins for some family-friendly fun including special appearances by Spiderman, meet Candice The Ball Python and free face painting. Children and youth are always free to enter, and parents can take advantage of the complimentary daycare – all 10 days!
Tuesday, March 17
Award-winning designer, Evelyn Eshum will show you how to make your kitchen and bath look like a million bucks, while Sandra Pella will share some useful gardening tips for your next outdoor project, getting you spending more time outdoors.
Wednesday, March 18
Learn the Dos and Don’ts of renovating a kitchen with Anastasia Rentzos.
Thursday, March 19
If you’re considering a renovation project, you’ll want to listen to master carpenter Michael Upshall who will be offering a comprehensive guide to renovation.
Friday, March 20
Get cheesy with Cheesewerks’ Kevin Durkee on the Kitchen Stage while Leigh Ann Allaire Perrault and Glen Coyle go through the ABC’s of a Do-It-Yourself project on the Celebrity Stage.
Saturday, March 21
Gardening can be easy and fun! Learn how to take the work out of gardening with Frank Ferragine.
Sunday, March 22
Although it’s the last day, it’s a big one with Jackie Morra on the Celebrity Stage talking about the top 10 design tips for inspirational spaces.
Become an Expert Gardener with Canada Blooms
“With a series of seminars, discussions and presentations, Canada Blooms offers tips and tricks for everyone who is interested in planting their own garden,” says Terry Caddo, General Manager of Canada Blooms, the country’s largest garden and flower festival.”Whether you have been gardening for 30 years or if this is your first try, Canada Blooms has experts on hand who can help you create the flower or vegetable garden of your dreams.”
Once again co-locating with the National Home Show at the Direct Energy Centre at Exhibition Place in Toronto from March 13 to 22, the 19th edition of Canada Blooms promises to help shake off the winter blues and inspire you to create a garden that will be the envy of your neighbourhood.
With that in mind, here are the top five reasons why attending this year’s Canada Blooms will make you a better gardener.
- Get advice from the experts!
Not sure which perennial to plant along your house? No problem. Landscapers, florists and garden experts will be on hand to discuss your gardening questions and to help you make sure your garden looks like it was done by professionals.
- You’re never too old to learn
Canada Blooms has more than 200 hours of seminars from top garden experts and celebrities, including The Pond Stars from National Geographic and TV gardening experts Mark Cullen and Frankie Flowers. These seminars will give you an advantage when planning your garden and will help you identify new trends in the gardening community.
- Get your hands on the newest gadgets and tools
Gardening can be hard work, but it can be made easier with the right tools. Learn about the newest and innovative gardening tools and invest in some! They will help you garden more efficiently, giving you more time to spend actually enjoying your garden. Who knows, maybe they will encourage you to be more adventurous with your flower selections as well.
- Allow your garden to bloom outside the box
Canada Blooms brings together specialty nurseries that will showcase the hottest garden trends and flowers for 2015 before you can see them anywhere else. Taking chances with new varieties of flowers and shrubs will give your garden a brand new feel and will give you a burst of confidence.
- Take your garden indoors
Gardening is a relaxing and rewarding activity and accomplished gardeners know how tobring their garden indoors. Whether you extend your practice to include potted gardening or you experiment with flower arranging, Canada Blooms will inspire and teach you how to enjoy your flowers all year long.
Pick Your Favourite Garden at Canada Blooms
Toronto Star Sheridan Nurseries People’s Choice Award
gives you a chance to win a $5,000 Gift Card
The colours are beautiful, the arrangements are stunning and the fragrant aromas are alluring!
Canada Blooms features the top garden and floral designers in the country, and with the Toronto Star Sheridan Nurseries People’s Choice Award, guests to Canada’s largest garden and floral festival will have their chance to not only pick this year’s best creation, but will also have a chance to win while doing so.
“We know it can be hard to pick the best garden at Canada Blooms because they are so incredibly well done,” says Terry Caddo, general manager of Canada Blooms. “But the People’s Choice Award tells us a lot in terms of what people are going to be looking for in their gardens this season.
When guests cast a ballot for one of the 26 gardens built for this year’s festival, they will also be entered into a draw for a $5,000 gift card from Sheridan Nurseries.
About National Home Show
The National Home Show, North America’s largest home and garden event, runs for 10 days every March and houses everything needed to refresh a space – inside and out, and at every price point. All under one roof, the show is home to more than 750 exhibitors showcasing the latest trends in décor and design, as well as celebrity and local experts and much more. www.nationalhomeshow.com
About BILD
The Building Industry and Land Development Association was formed through the merger of the Greater Toronto Home Builders’ Association (GTHBA) and the Urban Development Institute/Ontario. BILD is the voice of the land development, home-building and professional renovation industry in the Greater GTA. BILD represents more than 1,450 member companies. Visit www.bildgta.ca for more information.
About Canada Blooms
Canada Blooms is a not-for-profit organization that gives back to the community throughout the year by funding community garden projects around Ontario. Canada Blooms is also dedicated to providing the community with horticulture expertise, education and resources on an ongoing basis. Now in its seventeenth year, Canada Blooms was founded by Landscape Ontario and The Garden Club of Toronto. Each year it is supported by a committed group of partners, sponsors and volunteers. Canada Blooms has been named One of Ontario’s Top 100 Events by Festivals and Events Ontario and One of North America’s Top 100 Events by the American Bus Association.
Photos by Joey Cee
