Altum's Horticultural Center and Landscape will celebrate the holidays at its current Michigan Road location after learning last week of Kroger’s decision to cancel its plans for a new store at the property. The change in plans comes after many months of successful permitting and site plan approval and just weeks before Altum's intended move to their new location four miles north at Michigan/146th Street. Altum's is exploring other redevelopment options for their current location and is still focused on the eventual move to their intended new home.

“This was definitely unexpected, but we’re moving on,” says Dana Altum, “and we’re just as excited about the plans and potential.”

Given the timing of the setback, Altum has decided to continue serving customers in their current location through the holidays, assuring people once again that they’re here [in the community] to stay. “We’re staying put for the fall and Christmas holiday,” Altum confirmed. “And like the last 52 years, fresh and fragrant trees, greenery, poinsettias and plants will be making our place—and yours—look magical for the holidays.”

What about spring? “It will come whether we’re here at 11335 N. Michigan or just up the road, and we’ll be ready for it! Our immediate plans have changed but our vision for Altum’s hasn’t. We promise to keep everyone posted.”

To stay up-to-date on Altum’s developments check back here for the latest. In the meantime, Altum’s plans on sharing the holidays—happily—right where they’ve been for more than 14 years.

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