With such a small backyard, it isn't exactly a secret that I sometimes have trouble finding blooms which "go together". In most cases, this usually results in my taking everything which is currently in bloom and adding them to a vase. Today's arrangements are a perfect example of this. Let's take a closer look at…
Continue reading ➞ “Kitchen Sink” Flower Arrangements from the Cutting Garden
They say that all good things must end - I suppose that this is also true with our light apricot chantilly snapdragons. Before removing the plants to make room for new annual flowers, I was able to make one last harvest of cut flowers to give away in vases and to enjoy arranging myself. Having…
Continue reading ➞ Last Chantilly Snapdragon Arrangements of the Season
Even though my posts here on the blog are few weeks begin, I can't help but want to share everything that's blooming. Things are so especially colorful right now. Above, you'll see some really beautiful larkspur that are blooming. These larkspur were all volunteers from the very large planting that I made last year. I…
Continue reading ➞ Cut Flower Garden Bloom Update
When it comes to arranging flowers, I sometimes get caught up in the fact that I seem to think that vases must be bursting with flowers at all times. However, the phrase "less is more" can definitely apply in the cut flower garden. Even when available flowers are scarce, it is still possible to get…
Continue reading ➞ Annual Phlox and Snapdragon Cut Flower Arrangement
