Marigold and Mint

I will freely admit that I am not a creative person, and frankly, I couldn’t tell a peony from a pansy, but I wanted to send some flowers to a sick friend, and I was hoping someone at M&M would be willing to at least offer some suggestions. No such luck. The woman working the counter, whom I’m assuming wasn’t the owner, just didn’t seem to care. She told me to check their website, which was pretty much a cop-​out, especially considering she had a computer right in front of her. She could have pulled it up herself, pivoted her MacBook toward me and offered some insight. Nothing. Then she told me they probably didn’t even have any current photos up to reflect the season anyway. Swell. I don’t expect my needs to be of any significance, but I’d hope she’d at least show some passion for her work. For me, sending flowers is what you do when you care about someone, and frankly, I would hate for the florist’s apathy to seep into this act of love.

Popped by today to get fresh peonies for a friend. The assortment of fresh flowers was great and they had discounted pricing on flowers if you bought multiples. The arrangement was beautifully wrapped and while I waited I looked at the various small gifts, candles and cards on display. Perfect little experience and gorgeous, fragrant peonies!

I was walking to a friend’s birthday happy hour and wanted to find a little flower gift, so I decided to use the Unilocal app to search for flowers… and ended up at this little Melrose Market shop.
I spent a few extra minutes browsing because they sell a lot of interesting little things (and have their own line of candles??) but eventually picked one branch of interesting orange flowers. The cashier quickly wrapped it up in some paper and looked up the price… which was just $ 3 and some change! The person at the other flower shop I visited tried to convince me to spend $ 20 – 40 even though I said I just wanted a little flower (birthday girl said «no gifts»), so it was pretty great to actually put away my card and pull out a few dollar bills instead.
I have a feeling I will be visiting Marigold and Mint again!

My favorite flower shop in Seattle. Beautiful work! You won’t be disappointed, they make everything lovely to the max.

I just enjoyed a cup of tea with a new brand I purchased at Marigold and Mint. It was delicious. I was doing my usual look through this adorable tiny store and saw that they had out samples of organic tea for you to sniff. It wasn’t cheap but I don’t often see organic teas for sale and I have been searching for an alternative to the Scottish Breakfast blend that I rely on from Peet’s Coffee. This blend, Gypsy Caravan was lovely, smoky and strong and with beautiful little rose petals and poppy flowers. But would it taste as good as it smelled? It absolutely did. And it came in a very practical container that seals up nicely.
I always get something neat at Marigold and Mint. The raspberry peonies I purchased last time were tightly closed when I bought them. They opened up and were beautiful for a week. When I buy closed peonies, generally some open and some don’t, often most of them stay closed.
I like this shop for the interesting array of gardening and nature inspired products they carry. Japanese tea towels, French soaps, gardening and outdoor craft books… all very fun to look through.

I didn’t buy any flowers but the cute soaps, jams, succulents, stationery and chocolates are adorable and well-​curated. I was impressed that they carry Maison Bouche chocolates from CA. I always find something to splurge on as a little pick-​me-​up. The salesladies are super nice too.

What a little slice of heaven!
Katherine is great and her little shop is so special.
I love it everytime I go in:)

I contacted Marigold and Mint about Marigold garlands for my wedding in August 2012. The owner, Katherine, was very patient with me as I asked various questions about the marigolds they grow on their farm, how they string them, etc. I ended up ordering $ 100 worth of marigolds in bulk, and then had my girlfriends string them for my wedding.
They were BEAUTIFUL flowers, big fluffy goldish-​yellow marigolds. Picking up the marigolds was seamless and all my interactions with Katherine were wonderful. I also love the fact that the flowers are grown locally on their farm.
The marigolds really made the wedding venue gorgeous, thanks Marigold & Mint!

I contacted M and M about delivering a bouquet to my girlfriend at her workplace. I gave specific instructions to call her coworker who was in on the surprise and would let the delivery driver in when he arrived. Her work is tricky because there is a receptionist on the first floor who doesn’t serve her company on the 5^th floor so leaving the flowers with the receptionist would not be ok. I was promised that the delivery driver would call the coworker when he left and again when he arrived. Her coworker never received those calls and the bouquet was given to the receptionist. Fortunately, the coworker made a trip out for an unrelated errand and noticed the bouquet with the receptionist, who did not know what to do with them. This is bad service and could have ruined the surprise altogether.
I would have rated a 1, but the flowers themselves were gorgeous.

This shop is absolutely lovely. Some pottery here, sweet cards there, a fancy flourish high up, bright red anemones on the counter, a creative mixture of flora, paper, and other fun, eye-​pleasing gifts. No, the prices are not cheap, but I appreciate the thought of the owner growing flowers out in Carnation and selling them in the city. Being in the midst of this cute shop gives me pause and reminds me of what beautiful things surround us. AND they offer fun classes!

We contacted Marigold and Mint to see if they would be able to pull together a simple bouquet and boutonnière for our courthouse wedding. They were prompt in responding and had us come in and take a peek around.
We had no idea what we needed. We had a couple of colors in mind, but beyond that we were clueless. They were incredibly helpful, giving us ideas and working with us on cost. And the end result was beyond perfect.
Yes, it’s more expensive than the market, but the service and craft that went in to selecting the flowers and arranging them makes it well worth it.

Mari-​absolute GOLD and Mint.
If I could move into Marigold and Mint of Melrose Market on Capitol Hill without anyone noticing, I would do it immediately… and then never move. And no, you can’t move in with me. Because I’m selfish like that.
Aside from the owner being just the absolute cutest thing I’ve ever seen, she’s super sweet and generous with her time. She’s very dedicated to bringing in amazing flowers and various veggies-​from her own family farm, might I add-​as well as inspiring artwork and jewelry from local artists. Everywhere you turn, there is adorableness. From the over sized sunflowers and tiny yellow bulbs, to the vintage metal carafes, tiny vases and scented candles, this place has it all.
Next time you’re in the market, stop by and take a look. Oh, and check out that cool windy woody thing hanging from the ceiling. I want it.
Only three stars for pricing. I’m poor dammit.
Ok, four stars. She just complimented me on my headband.

This is one of those stumbled upon treasures. I was eating lunch next door and needed to pick up a small flower arrangement for my son’s teachers and stopped here.
For $ 6, they put together a lovely bunch of flowers on the spot. I stuck them in some mason jars I had at home for a «picked in my garden» look. His teachers loved them. What a great find!

Marigold and Mint owner, Katherine Anderson understands loveliness. An enticing smattering of sweet nothings such as handmade soaps, baubles, trinkets, richly colored ribbons and French chocolates, are visible proof. Her artful selection of handmade treasures serve as the backdrop for a weathered farmhouse table laden with bowls, baskets, pails, vases and jars, all spilling forth with vibrant flowers and organic fresh produce.
Back in the 50’s Katherine’s grandfather bought 30 acres on the Snoqualmie River, land her dad now owns and operates as Oxbow Farm. Katherine utilizes a portion of the acreage for growing the flowers which briefly make their way into her shop before being plucked up by devoted customers. Trained as a landscape architect, Katherine welcomed the opportunity to showcase her creativity in a more urban setting. The shop acts as her canvas, an evolving still life where the edible and fanciful converge in a daily dance of color and texture.

I don’t normally write Unilocal reviews, but I was so mad after I went to Marigold and Mint I had to write something to at least vent. I bought «fresh guide» voucher for $ 25, for a $ 50 flower arrangement (50% off). I was expecting something pretty special because $ 50 is a lot for flowers, unless of course it’s valentines day and you’re buying a dozen roses.
I showed up to pick up my flower arrangement which was for my girlfriend’s birthday, and was given a little vase with maybe 8 average looking flowers in it.
Now I know they’re «organic» and «locally farmed» and all the other marketing terms that are used to jack up prices, but this was just absurd.
I was at the West Seattle Farmer’s market just this weekend and found flower arrangements that were way more vibrant and compelling and locally farmed, which were selling for $ 5. Yes, FIVE. 10 times cheaper.
I hope no one else makes the same mistake of purchasing a $ 50 flower arrangement from this shop, hoping for something outstanding. Do yourself a BIG favor and go to a farmer’s market instead. Your wallet will thank you.