I posted on Friday about being asked to check out some new plants from Scotts Miracle Gro that are being previewed in Chicago at Home Depot for a limited time. In case you missed it, Scotts Miracle Gro and Home Depot are teaming up to offer some terrific potted annuals and hanging baskets that “will keep on growing”! They are launching a special line available in Chicago Home Depot stores ONLY for a limited time.
Since I have a brown thumb, and live in an apartment far away from my green-thumbed mom, Pam and I went to get some of these plants for her garden last weekend. Check out some photos of the hanging baskets she picked and the smaller plants that she will plant in her garden. The hanging plants are large and cost $19.98 and the smaller pots for planting are $6.98. You can get mom, or yourself, some nice plants for a reasonable price. Also, they are convinced that these will be great, so they are offering a 3 month money-back guarantee. (Keep reading because I will be giving away a $100 Home Depot card so you can get some of these plants or some other things for your summer projects!)
Pam took home the flowers and hung the hanging baskets and got the other flowers ready for planting. They look great! As an aside, you may notice that the following pictures are extremely good. Yeah, Pam’s a professional photographer. She specializes in modern family and childrens photos with a fun, relaxed style. Also a great gift for Mother’s Day! Check out Pam’s work and session information HERE.
Pretty nice – huh? What’s even better? Scotts Miracle Gro gave me a $100 Home Depot card to giveaway here to a reader for checking out these new plants. Not in Chicago? Don’t worry, just check out the plants online – see options on the Rafflecopter below. You can enter the giveaway using the Rafflecopter widget below. Please don’t forget to click the button on each entry. If you already like my page on Facebook, or follow me on Twitter, click that button on the Rafflecopter and get credit! The giveaway is open through the end of the day on Tuesday, May 14th. I will select a winner on Wednesday, May 15th. Only valid for participants in the US at this time.
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Also, check out some cool community gardening and educational initiatives that Scotts has underway HERE.
Please note: Scotts Miracle Gro sponsored this post. All plants and $100 Home Depot card were provided by Scotts Miracle Gro. All opinions are my own.
There is still time to get some great deals for the moms in your life (or for yourself or anyone else for that matter!)
I found some awesome Mother’s Day Deals from Travelzoo – in Chicago:
- $45 — Create Your Own Perfume & Take Home a Bottle, 50% Off
Midwest Living Magazine says the boutique’s classes, which let you create your own personal fragrance, are a way to “tap your creative instincts.” The Tribune calls them “a perfect gift.” - $45 — Bespoke Cuisine: BYOB Cooking Parties, Reg. $80
These culinary events earn a 4-star rating on Yelp and feature creative menus, like Celebrating Julia Child featuring steak au poivre. - $85 — Palmer House Spa: Massage or Facial w/Pedi, Reg. $165
Frommer’s says the Palmer House retains “a Gilded Age aura” in its grand lobby, which carries over to the luxurious Balance Spa. [Stacy and I did this one and it was a really good deal!] - $89 — Willis Tower 67th Floor: Dinner for 2 at Private Club
Take in commanding Lake and Loop views while dining at this private club, which features live music Thursdays and Fridays, including piano, guitar and jazz. - $125 — Soulistic: Spa & Wellness Day
Take a wellness spa day at a venue one subscriber calls “a hidden gem in the heart of Chicago.” - In LA, $199 – Four Seasons in Westlake Village for massage, facial and poolside bubbly – 40% off
- Check out your local deals from Travelzoo HERE
Is a Chicago mom in your life adventurous? Check out Stand Up Paddleboarding lessons and sessions from Chicago Paddle Company or bike rentals from Bike and Roll Chicago from Gilt City Chicago
Maybe the NYC mom in your life wants to try a new restaurant? I want to try this one! Great deals at Matilda in the East Village from Gilt City New York or Pappardella on the Upper West Side from Bloomspot.
If mom is a fitness buff, check out Kona Kase. Each month they send you a Kase of 8 delicious, healthy snacks and meal replacements. Past Kases have included Clif Shot Bloks, Lara Bars, Sun Cups, TCHO Chocolate, and so much more. Use the code SWEATPINK for 20% off a 3-month subscription. Discount code expires Wednesday, May 8, so act quickly!
If your mom is in Chicago, Philly, NYC or DC, how about a unique new experience from Side Tour? You can go, too! A win-win!
You may not make it in time for Mother’s Day, but you can give an IOU for this cute, custom smart phone case from Living Social (50% off!)
Still Available:
Is the mom in your life into the environment? Ethical Ocean is having an awesome sale – up to 60% off on eco-friendly products for mom, home and everyday. I especially love this Lovebirds soap 50% of profits go to cleanup from the BP Horizon spill in Louisiana. Check it out!
Is the mom in your life into cool, fun accessories? Check out 52+% off for online jewelry purchases from gorjana and griffin from Gilt City.
Want to go with flowers delivered after all? Get $25 for $50 and special deals on Teleflora flowers from Bloomspot.
There are some great deals on skin essentials and body bliss boxes from Blissmo – fun gifts!
Have a great week. Don’t forget to check out my Perky Jerky Giveaway and Energy Bits discount, too.
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