After nearly 36 years of flowers, familiar faces, and heartfelt conversations, one of North Market’s most beloved shops is preparing for a big transition.
Market Blooms owner Marty McGreevy will retire at the end of 2025, closing out a chapter that began in February 1990, just one day before Valentine’s Day. If you’ve ever stopped by North Market for a bouquet, a last minute gift, or just a little pick me up, there’s a good chance Marty or someone from her team was part of that moment.
Market Blooms has been there through it all.
Back when North Market was housed in a Quonset hut surrounded by dirt, all the way through its transformation into the downtown staple it is today, the flower shop has remained a constant. It’s long been the kind of place where people feel known, not rushed, and where flowers come with genuine care attached.
“Every moment here has been a kindness,” McGreevy shared. She says the decision to retire came after making sure a few things were in place: that Market Blooms would stay at North Market, that her longtime team would be taken care of, and that she could walk away feeling proud of what she built. With those boxes checked, she’s looking forward to more time with family and friends, traveling, golfing, and embracing a slower pace.
The good news for Market regulars is that Market Blooms is not going anywhere.
Beginning January 3, 2026, the shop will continue under new ownership, with Morgan and Kyle Laberdee stepping in to carry on the legacy. Customers can expect the same floral services, familiar friendly faces, and welcoming vibe they’ve always known. The shop will be closed January 1 and 2 to support the ownership transition.
“I have such great confidence in the new owners,” McGreevy said. “They’re the full package, and I know they’ll honor what Market Blooms has always been.”
Rick Harrison Wolfe, Executive Director and CEO of North Market, called McGreevy’s impact immeasurable.
“For nearly four decades, she has helped define what it means to be a Market merchant—deeply personal service, consistency, and genuine care for people, and perhaps most of all, the ability to adapt and evolve,” said Wolfe. “On a personal level, Marty has been a trusted presence and source of perspective for me, offering wisdom, steadiness, and an unwavering commitment to this place that has shaped my own leadership. Market Blooms is woven into the fabric of North Market’s history, and we are incredibly grateful for Marty’s leadership, vision, and heart.”
North Market plans to celebrate Marty’s legacy in the coming weeks, and if you’ve ever had a meaningful moment at Market Blooms, consider this your sign to stop by, say thank you, and maybe grab one more bouquet.
As a reminder, North Market will close early on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, and will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. More details are available at northmarket.org.
