Ball Horticultural Company

Ball Horticultural Company

Farming

West Chicago, Illinois 20,176 followers

We color the world.

About us

From our beginnings as a wholesale cut flower operation started by George J. Ball in 1905, Ball Horticultural Company has grown into a leader in all facets of horticulture, supplying inputs to horticultural producers around the world. Our global family of breeders, research and development teams, seed and vegetative producers, and distribution companies has a strong presence on six continents in 17 countries. We’re proud that thousands of our varieties are making history in the world of gardening. Among these are Wave® spreading petunias, Cool Wave® spreading pansies, Sombrero and ‘Cheyenne Spirit’ Echinacea, Flutterby Buddleia, BOOST high-nutrition vegetables, Black Velvet petunias, Fiesta double impatiens, and Divine New Guinea impatiens. In addition, Ball also contributes notable varieties to the cut flower, potted flowering plant, and foliage plant segments of the horticulture industry.

Website
http://www.ballhort.com
Industry
Farming
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
West Chicago, Illinois
Type
Privately Held
Specialties
Seeds, Plant Breeding, Horticulture, and Customer Service

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Employees at Ball Horticultural Company

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  • 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!

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  • Poinsettia Tip #2: Go small for big holiday impact! Mini poinsettias are a charming way to add festive flair to smaller spaces. Christmas Eve Red, with its striking color and long-lasting freshness, is perfect for brightening up work desks, bedside tables, or windowsills. These compact plants are versatile and make any small nook feel cozy and seasonal. For an added creative touch, use mini poinsettias as place settings at your holiday table. Wrap their pots in ribbons or add handwritten name cards to give your table a personal and elegant touch. These also double as thoughtful keepsakes for your guests, ensuring your festive gatherings leave a lasting impression. Style them on entryway tables or cluster a few together on your dining table for a playful yet polished centerpiece.

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  • Who is in the holiday spirit?? Around here, poinsettias are synonymous with the holidays. In the next couple weeks, we're giving our top 4 poinsettia styling tips to add holiday cheer to your home! 1. Time it right: poinsettias for every festive moment Timing is everything when it comes to poinsettias. These holiday beauties are pre-potted to bloom at different points in the season, so you can find just the right one to complement your festive celebrations. Early season varieties like Early Elegance are perfect for adding subtle sophistication from Mid-November through Thanksgiving. With soft cream edges and the truest pink hues, they bring a fresh twist to traditional holiday décor. As the season progresses, mid-season varieties such as Christmas Beauty shine with their compact, long-lasting blooms. They're an ideal choice for classic displays that transition seamlessly into the heart of the holidays. For a timeless look closer to Christmas, the Christmas Feelings series stands out with its vibrant red, white, and pink options, perfect for dramatic groupings or stunning focal points. Pro Tip: pair your poinsettias with metallic pots or evergreen candles to create a cohesive, joyful atmosphere!

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  • Las Limas now has the Seeds of Success on the wall at their location, too! 😍

  • We had our first annual wellness fair today! Wellness Connect 2024 was a day of learning, connection, and FUN! Complete with pop-in workshops, a juice/smoothie bar, an IT "phishing well," an outdoor stretch session, raffles, and so much more... the day was a great success! Thank you to all of our partners and visitors who came in to conduct workshops, provide resources, and talk with our employees one on one!

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