A profusion of beautiful snapdragons, parts of the hundreds of such plants grown at Peter Fisher & Son, 6 Washington Street, Norwood, where the specialty is fresh-cut roses of all types. (Photo by Warren Eriksen)

One of Norwood’s oldest business establishments is Peter Fisher & Son Florists, 6 Washington street, Norwood which was founded in 1890 by Peter Fisher, is being carried on by his son, Stanley, with the help of the latter’s son, Allyn.

Originally specializing in carnations, Mr. Fisher began featuring
roses in 1922, has grown thousands of plants since that time. Some of the varieties grown are Briar-cliffe. Better Times, Yellow Gloria and White Killarney.

Peter Fisher & Son makes up floral designs, corsages, and bouquets of cut roses and flowers, including snapdragons, daffodils and irises.

A newspaper headline from the Norwood Historical Society titled 'This Day in Norwood History,' featuring significant events from January 23, 1971, and March 21, 1972, including a fire at Norwood Junior High School and a state title win.
This Day In Norwood History
Norwood Neighborhoods
The Wonderful Women of Norwood

(All articles originally published in the Norwood Messenger)

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