Recently Closed Homeland Florist Voted as La Mesa's Favorite

Sometimes, this happens.

In asking La Mesans which florist they like best in our , they selected . However, the longtime shop, which has been in the Village since the 1950s, recently closed.

It's a testament to their quality products and customer service that so many people would vote for them, despite them not being open anymore, as Homeland earned 50 percent of tht total votes.

That said, La Mesa-Mount Helix Patch would also like to honor as a winner. Allen's earned 36 percent of the vote, a very respectable total in its own right.

Congratualtions go out to both.

Each week, we’ll feature a new Readers' Choice 2012 poll to find out who you think does it best. You'll have a chance to weigh in on everything from food and sports to boutiques and party spots.

The poll for next week: Best Mother's Day Brunch

Voting in the poll below is open until 9 a.m. Friday. Ties will be broken by whichever business has the most positive comments in the section below. We will announce the winner on Friday or Saturday.

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