Le Jardin to open in Amenia on Oct. 31

Le Jardin to open in Amenia on Oct. 31

AMENIA — The talk of the town is Le Jardin Flower Farm, a new shop slated to open on Thursday, Oct. 31. It brings to Amenia the promise of a centrally-located flower shop and more.

The talents of renowned floral designer and owner Romane Récalde are evident, supporting a floral workshop and showroom featuring home décor and one-of-a-kind antiques, many from France. Récalde once lived in the Bordeaux region, wine country, and so she feels at home in the Hudson Valley.

“I’m terrified and super excited,” Récalde said, pausing for an interview on Saturday, Oct. 26 as she prepared for the big day.
Visitors to the grand opening will be able to participate in a raffle to win a large floral arrangement, Récalde said, and there will be free baked treats for everyone who stops in, adding to the festivities.

The new shop will specialize in floral arrangements for home or special occasions using blooms from Récalde’s Amenia organic flower farm when the season is appropriate. During the other months the supply will come from area farms’ greenhouses, ensuring a year-round selection.

Le Jardin Flower Farm will be open Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The new shop is located on Main Street (Route 343) a few steps downhill from the post office.

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