Sooooo, I was driving down the back roads of Lancaster County and came across this sign.

Well, I just had to stop.  And I was so glad that I did.  Cocalico Creek Greenhouse has a lovely variety of plants, but their displays make everything fun....

From the entrance,

on the outside,

to the inside, 

and using anything they can find!

I also learned that they own 2 o'clock Creations  - full of furniture and decor...again, fun stuff!

They even offer painting classes.  

All located at 50 West Mohler Church Road in Ephrata.  717-721-7586.  The greenhouse is open every day but Sunday from March 1 until July 4 and then in the Fall from September 30 until November 1.  It's worth catching it while you can!

2 O'clock Creations is open year round, except for Sunday. All about 15 minutes from The Artist's Inn and Gallery.

These were the two things that I couldn't leave without:

Oh, and my free succulant plant!

So thanks Cocalico Creek Greenhouse for making a routine trip to Ephrata a fun day!  I'm glad my name was on your board!

Pansy Mania in Lancaster County

It's been a long winter.  So the first windy day of 65 degrees swept me into a greenhouse oasis filled with spring.   Black Creek Greenhouse is about ten minutes from The Artist's Inn and Gallery. 

There were flowers everywhere, but I knew that it was a little too early to plant anything but pansies.  No problem - there were enough varieties to keep everyone happy!

 

Frilly ones!

 

And, my favorite - blue striped.  Don't they remind you of seersucker material and summer?

 

The best part of this greenhouse is their imagination.  Every year they feature a whimsical display.  This year it's Goldilocks!

 

I hope this has inspired you to grab a girlfriend or your mom and go find some pansies!

 

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