Product Reviews and Ratings - For Flower Lovers - Flower Aquarium from Gardener's Supply Company

Buy the Flower Aquarium on http://www.gardeners.com/

(based on 17 ratings)

Located in: Other Ways to Shop, Gardener's Gift Guides, For Flower Lovers

This glass aquarium magnifies blossoms so you can view every detail, and it keeps flowers fresh longer than an ordinary vase. Simply fill the globe with water, arrange your flowers in the base, and seal it shut with a snap. It's the perfect gift for anyone who loves flowers!

Hand-blown glass globe.

Excellent for delicate blooms that droop quickly.

Easy to use and reuse.

We also offer a , which is 8-1/2" H to hold large, lush flowers like peonies

More information for the Flower Aquarium

Review Snapshot®

Avg. Customer Rating:

4.3 stars

(based on 17 reviews)

88% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Attractive(15), Durable(7), Easy to assemble(8), Holding capacity(4)

Best Uses:

Kitchen(6), Living room(9)

Describe Yourself:

Budget shopper(5), Practical(10), Stylish(5)

A great wedding centerpiece!

By Phillyangel from Philadelphia, PA on 3/27/2009

Pros:

Attractive Design, Holding Capacity

Cons:

None

Best Uses:

Centerpiece, Window Decoration

Describe Yourself:

Getting Started

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

I used this for my wedding centerpieces. I had one single white large rose bloom with a little foilage. It looked so elegant and beautiful. My guests loved them and got the opportunity to take one home.

Makes a spectacular floral display!

By Edith W.

from Port Bolivar, TX on 12/5/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design

Cons:

Needs better instructions

Best Uses:

Table Displays

Describe Yourself:

Avid Gardener

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

I have all sizes from the tiny one (no longer available) to the largest and they help me to enjoy my flowers. The flowers seem to last longer when I use room temp. distilled water. A little clumsy to handle at first, upside down in a towel-lined bowl helps. They're wonderful gifts.

I liked this product

By Nina

from St. Louis, MO on 8/26/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Holding Capacity

Cons:

Difficult To Assemble

Best Uses:

Window Decoration

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

I bought this flower aquarium and gave it to my friend for her birthday. At a gathering her Mother and Mother-in-law commented on how unique and beautiful it was. I ordered two more and had them shipped to them. They loved it.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

wonderful

By msbrown

from mobile,al on 8/13/2008

Pros:

Holding Capacity

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

I have one of these and love it. roses can last up to 4-6 weeks, unusual bucks worth of flowers and enjoy them for weeks.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Good way to display cut flowers

By pwb

from Dover, NH on 8/13/2008

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

The flower aquarium is a great way to display small to medium size flowers. It magnifies them significantly and shows off their features and colors well. It also bends the background behind the globe in interesting ways.
You do need to pay attention to the warning about avoiding direct sunlight. It will focus it well enough to burn things.
The length of time flowers will keep in it varies. Many will gradually lose their pigment. Day/night sensitive ones like daylilies will close up.
We have put varicolored zinnias, marigolds and columbines in ours to great effect.

Perfect gift!

By Tinkerbell

from Kingsburg, CA on 7/22/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Holding Capacity

Describe Yourself:

Getting Started

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

I love to pick a flower from my garden and display it in the aquarium. It looks beautiful!

not up to expectations

By Cali mom

from Livermore, Ca. on 7/14/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design

Cons:

Difficult Assembly

Describe Yourself:

Bargain Hunter, Practical, Stylish

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

Didn't assemble as easily as It should have. The blooms I used didn't even last as long as they normally do in a vase. I was thinking of giving these as Christmas gifts this year but will not do so now.

Very Impressive!

By Sally the gardener

from Merrill, Wi on 7/12/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Durable, Easy To Assemble

Best Uses:

Living Room

Describe Yourself:

Practical

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

A perfect way to display flowers from my garden - my friends are always impressed when they see my flowers in the aquarium and want to know how it works and where I got it.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Show stopper!

By sandee

from Rural ND on 7/11/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Durable, Easy To Assemble

Best Uses:

Dinning room, Living Room, Outdoors

Describe Yourself:

Bargain Hunter, Practical, Stylish

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

This is one of the most stunning items I have added to my home. I have used it during the winter with only fresh cut evergreens, spring flowers, summer flowers and those from the floral shop. While not all flowers will last several days (jonquils, carnations and peonies) some last a surprisingly long time--especially roses. I have put roses from corsages in it and they have lasted over a week--fresh cut roses are still beautiful two weeks later! For the inexpensive price, you won't find a more stunning and discussed centerpiece or accent.

great for any decor

By Bloomin' Happy

from Texas on 7/11/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Durable, Easy To Assemble

Best Uses:

Kitchen, Living Room

Describe Yourself:

Stylish

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

sm. ones perfect for desk -- flowers last for weeks/months. never thought about trying it out of doors -- will do so. also, perfect in a line on a rectangle table. I cut flowers from own garden & display them! love this idea!!!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

A unique way to enjoy flowers

By The dog lady

from Charlotte, NC on 7/11/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Easy To Assemble

Best Uses:

Centerpiece, Kitchen, Living Room

Describe Yourself:

Bargain Hunter, Practical

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

The flower aquarium is a big hit with me and my mom. It captures everyones attention that comes into my home. The only suggestion I could make is some guidence on what types of flowers work. Some last for a couple of weeks while others wilt or turn brown overnight. I've found that those with thin or delicate petals don't fair well but sturdier ones do well. Also white flowers tend to turn brown probably because of the vinegar in the water.

Challenging!!!

By the flower girl

from Boston, MA on 7/11/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design

Cons:

Holes to big, Need toothpicks

Best Uses:

Living Room

Describe Yourself:

Practical

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

Looks very pretty. Took me 1/2 hour to get flowers to stay in holes. Toothpicks? Think of something else that can come with it that is maybe clear. Hard to find flowers with large stems. This is my first time using it, I'll know if I like it as the week goes on.

Great eye catching item

By Lazy Gardener

from West Creek, NJ on 7/10/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Durable, Easy To Assemble

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Bath, Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room

Describe Yourself:

Practical

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

Displayed the aquarium in various part of home depending where people would see it most. Many people admired it because they could not believe the flowers were real. Fun to try out different flowers or displays.

Fun alternative

By Pat

from Groton, Ct on 7/10/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Durable, Easy To Assemble

Best Uses:

Kitchen, Living Room

Describe Yourself:

Practical, Stylish

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

My husband is a watercolor artist. He enjoyed this new way to display an individual flower he was working on. It was a fun accent in living room, dining room or kitchen, as well

as beautiful as ever

By Dora

from Clifton , n j on 7/9/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Durable, Easy To Assemble

Best Uses:

Living Room, Table centerpiece

Describe Yourself:

Bargain Hunter, Practical

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

flowers received can be perserved for a longer period pf time-enjoyable for extra days.

Great product.

By Garden Girl

from Glen Ridge, NJ on 7/8/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Easy To Assemble

Best Uses:

Kitchen

Describe Yourself:

Practical

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

I use this to display flowers from my garden or to extend the life of purchased blooms. You do need to cut the flowers a bit shorter than you would think. Don't over crowd!

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Amazing!

By GiGi

from Tucson,AZ on 7/8/2008

Pros:

Attractive Design, Durable

Best Uses:

Kitchen, Living Room

Describe Yourself:

Bargain Hunter, Practical, Stylish

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flower Aquarium:

LOVE this aquarium! I received it as a gift and couldn't be more pleased. I preserved the first big beautiful rose blooms of the season in it and am STILL enjoying them 3 months later. The plastic cover is a little difficult to get on the first time, but it gets easier with use. It is a wonderful, unusual gift that any gardener would enjoy!

Customer Reviews about the Flower Aquarium at Gardener's Supply Company