A small but vibrant slice of the Philadelphia Flower Show has taken root at the King of Prussia Mall. Through Monday, February 16, shoppers can catch a glimpse of a stunning floral sculpture on the second floor of the luxury wing, giving them a sneak peek into this year's theme, "Rooted: Origins of American Gardening".
The installation, which includes three wooden pedestals in a pyramid shape, is a poignant representation of how gardening is passed down between generations. The artist has intertwined flowers, mosses, and greens to create a beautiful and thought-provoking piece that pays homage to the rich history of planting in America.
According to Seth Pearsoll, creative director of the Philadelphia Flower Show, the sculpture is "Rooted in strength, endurance, and natural beauty" - qualities that inspire awe and reflection. The theme of the show is part of a three-year series exploring the past, present, and future of gardening in the United States.
The mini-sculpture on display at the King of Prussia Mall is just a taste of what's to come at the Flower Show itself, which runs from February 28 to March 8. The show will feature an array of stunning displays, including sculptures inspired by history, such as "The Forest Floor", and installations that showcase how horticulturalists developed their passion for plants.
For now, mall-goers can stop by and appreciate the intricate details of this beautiful floral piece before it disappears into the Flower Show's grandeur. The installation is a sweet preview of what's in store for garden enthusiasts and flower lovers alike.
The installation, which includes three wooden pedestals in a pyramid shape, is a poignant representation of how gardening is passed down between generations. The artist has intertwined flowers, mosses, and greens to create a beautiful and thought-provoking piece that pays homage to the rich history of planting in America.
According to Seth Pearsoll, creative director of the Philadelphia Flower Show, the sculpture is "Rooted in strength, endurance, and natural beauty" - qualities that inspire awe and reflection. The theme of the show is part of a three-year series exploring the past, present, and future of gardening in the United States.
The mini-sculpture on display at the King of Prussia Mall is just a taste of what's to come at the Flower Show itself, which runs from February 28 to March 8. The show will feature an array of stunning displays, including sculptures inspired by history, such as "The Forest Floor", and installations that showcase how horticulturalists developed their passion for plants.
For now, mall-goers can stop by and appreciate the intricate details of this beautiful floral piece before it disappears into the Flower Show's grandeur. The installation is a sweet preview of what's in store for garden enthusiasts and flower lovers alike.
! Like, I went to my grandma's garden last summer and she showed me all these beautiful plants and flowers... it was so pretty! But I'm not even sure if I get the theme of this flower show yet... is it about how people used to garden in America or something? 
And why do they use mosses and greens with the flowers? Is that like, a thing now? 
Anyway, I wanna see this sculpture at the mall ASAP! Does anyone know when it's gonna be taken down after Monday? 
They're really selling this Philly Flower Show thing, and I gotta say, that sculpture at the King of Prussia Mall looks stunning 
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. It makes me feel nostalgic, you know? I remember when my grandmother used to have this huge garden in her backyard, and we'd spend hours planting flowers and veggies together... it was like our own special thing 
. The way they've put all these different plants and mosses together is really beautiful - its like a little piece of American history 
I'm all about supporting local artists, but come on, a mini-sculpture in a mall? It's like they're trying to water down (no pun intended) the real deal. And what's with the pyramid thingy? I mean, I get the whole generations passing it down vibe, but three pedestals? Too much for me. 
On the other hand, if it sparks some interest in gardening and inspires people to get out there and plant some flowers... then yeah, that's a win 
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its so pretty & meaningful too! i love how its a mini version of the real show, shows u the creativity & effort that goes into making it all happen. they did an amazing job with the pyramid shape & the way they intertwined everything is like art, dont know what the artist was thinkin but its def genius 
cant wait to see the whole flower show when its up, been looking forward 2 it! 
, have you seen the stats on flower shows? Like, last year's Philly show had 500k attendees & this one is gonna break records with 700k+ visitors! 
The fact that a small slice of the flower show is at King of Prussia Mall already got me hyped for Feb 28 - March 8! 
But seriously, those pyramidal pedestals are giving me major art vibes... and did u know that most flowers in American gardens were brought by European settlers? 
. I'm curious to see how this mini-sculpture translates to the larger show at the Flower Show – will it indeed be "Rooted" in natural beauty? 
... i mean, who needs a whole week of expensive flowers when you can just stick some plants in your backyard? 
the theme "Rooted" is giving me all the feels 
. i'm curious about this "Rooted" theme tho... what does it mean for gardening in america? is it all about preserving history or looking towards the future? 
and btw how do they make these flowers last that long? i wanna see the full show when it opens 
I need my flower fix ASAP!