Ball Horticultural

(B)all aboard! 🚂 Our team organized shuttles to take employees to see Big Boy at its stop at the Union Pacific Training Center in West Chicago today! Fun fact: our main facility location in West Chicago was chosen by George Ball due to its proximity to the railroad to carry cut flowers to Chicago!

Wellness Fair 2026 is in the books! This year's event for our employees had it all... free lunch, an oxygen bar, massages, sound baths, educational resources, mental health resources, healthy treats, financial empowerment sessions, incredible prizes, and so much more!

National Garden Bureau to Award $7,500 in Grants to Therapeutic Gardens Now in its 12th year, the 2026 Therapeutic Garden Grant Program has awarded more than $62,000 to therapeutic horticulture projects.

In 2021, we launched a 10-year sustainability strategy, uniting our global operations around three corporate-wide objectives, each modeled after a United Nations Development Goal. As we continue our commitment to contribute to a sustainable future, we are so pleased to share our Sustainability Report with you!🌱 https://www.ballhort.com/sustainability/

Educators, universities, and industry leaders came together at the Seed Your Future Leadership Meeting at Longwood Gardens! Together we’re creating new strategies to inspire more students to explore horticulture careers and enroll in horticulture programs. Seed Your Future Longwood Gardens

Our last 2 Poinsettia Styling Tips this season for all of our last-minute decorators...

#3. Embrace novelty colors to brighten the season

While red poinsettias are classic, exploring novelty colors can elevate your seasonal décor to something truly special. Peach Glow, with its warm tone, adds an unexpected pop of color that pairs beautifully with neutral or gold accents for a modern holiday look. Early Elegance Marble, with its soft cream-edged bracts and pink center, offers a vivid yet elegant design perfect for glossy or metallic pots. For a delicate touch, Christmas Joy Pink introduces pale pink hues that stand out in a sea of red and green, creating a unique and merry display.

Keep your poinsettias looking their best by placing them in indirect light and watering when the top inch of soil feels dry. With minimal care, their beauty will last throughout the season.

#4. Meet the whimsical Christmas Mouse

If you're looking for something truly unique, the Christmas Mouse poinsettia is sure to delight. Its whimsical, mouse-ear-shaped bracts make it a playful addition to any holiday. Children especially love its fun and distinctive shape, making it an easy way to bring extra joy this season.

Available in both red and pink, Christmas Mouse works beautifully as a centerpiece that sparks conversation, adding personality to tables, mantels, windowsills, or even a child's bedroom, where it can inspire imagination and fun. Let this standout variety be a highlight of your décor while bringing smiles to all who see it.

With these tips, poinsettias can do so much more than sit in the corner. From early-season elegance to joyful touches, these plants offer endless opportunities to bring warmth, color, and charm to your holidays — and maybe even inspire your houseplant style into the new year!