The Magnolia Company  harvest their trees’ bounty through a process of hand selection. After judging each stem’s aesthetic characteristics such as depth of color, size and shape of leaf, the stems are placed in a chain that designates where they will be used in our assembly process. Some leaves are perfectly suited for the creation of beautiful wreaths and others are better suited for use in other designs such as table centerpieces or garlands. Here our creative team of artists hand manipulate each stem~ leaf by leaf. Every leaf is hand turned to a particular angle or direction that will maximize the aesthetic beauty of our designs. These diligent efforts yield a tasteful combination of colors ranging from deep green to bright copper.

Unlike all other fresh cut decorations, instead of dying – they will be drying. All Magnolia Company products are beautiful, unique home accent pieces once the drying sequence has completed. We do not worry about shedding needles like the majority of the products on the market today, because all of our beautiful leaves and stems dry into a home accent piece that adds a touch of holiday warmth and a natural element into our client’s living spaces. In fact, we have many corporate resort clients like the Four Seasons Hotel that use our leaves and stems in their hotel lobbies. Our products compose a natural feel to the interiors – and with no shedding needles. Some of the pieces that we have hanging on our walls are over four years old and are still classic beauties.

  Wreaths are Available in Different Sizes - Come in a Sturdy Box and can be used for years

Listed below are conditional responses that our magnolia wreaths exhibit under different levels of sunlight exposure. To extend the life of our products, our decorations should always be displayed out of direct moisture.

• Out of direct sunlight, the green leaves will stay a light green color fading to a pastel green as time progresses.

• In direct sunlight the green side of the leaves will change to sandstone brown to rusty brown over time.

The Drying Sequence

• In cold environments - single digits (Fahrenheit) – six to eight week drying cycle. No problems with freezing.

• In cool environments (average of around 60 degrees F). Four to six week drying cycle.

• In warm humid environments (average of around 78 degrees F). Three week drying cycle.

• In warm dry conditions (indoor with the heater blasting)– Ten to fourteen day drying cycle. Because our products are made primarily from broad leaf evergreens the drying sequence is most notable in this setting.

What happens in this drying stage?
The leaves are alive and are transpiring the water that is left in the stems. Once we harvest the stems from our farm, we have cut off the leaves water supply, but they continue to use up the remaining amount of water until they dry out. Cooler conditions slow the leaves transpiration rates and this is why the drying sequence is prolonged.

Q. What will the product look like once it dries?
A. The leaves will change their color depending on the intensity of sunlight and heat. None of the leaves will shed but rather dry into a beautiful home accent decoration for all seasons.

Q. How long will the wreath last?
A. A magnolia wreath will last for a minimum of 4 years if cared for appropriately. Those items which are seasonal are best for one season only. It can remain on the wall inside your home or placed in the Magnolia Company box and stored in a cool dry place once the drying cycle is completed.

Q. Can I spray it with water to extend the shelf life?
A. A magnolia wreath does best if hung out of direct sunlight. Spraying it with water will not extend the shelf life. In fact it will damage the wreath. A little misting on the boxwood would be beneficial.

Q. How will it come packaged to my home?
A. The Magnolia Company products are shipped in a quality Magnolia Company box along with a watercolored care card, and if a gift, a gift card. Your box should be kept for future storage of the wreath.

Q. Can I send these as gifts with a gift message?
A. Yes.