Sunflowers and Palm Sheaths

Sunflowers are fast-growing annuals that thrive in full sun with regular watering. This arrangement, inspired by a beach vacation, features two ornamental sunflower varieties—Autumn Beauty and ProCut Plum—paired with palm sheaths for a striking structural element. Materials: Sunflowers (Autumn Beauty, ProCut Plum), Palm Sheaths, Parlor Palm

Zinnas from Floret Flower Farm

First time growing zinnias from seeds!  I ordered the seeds from Floret Flower Farm, expecting the double-petal ‘Precious Metals’ variety, but they turned out to be single petals. Still, I’m loving these muted pink blooms that stand tall and straight. Plus, this arrangement lasted over 10 days!  Materials: Zinnia (Precious …

Sunflower

Sunflowers grow quickly from seeds if you water them frequently and plant them in full sun. scientific name: Helianthus annuus cultivar:  Autumn …

Bouquets to Art 2024

I attended Patricia Gillespie’s presentation at Bouquets to Art this year. She is renowned for her botanical sculptures of all sizes. It …

St. Patrick with Leaf Weaving

I learned a new technique for weaving leaves from Katsuko Sensei. This yellow Hybrid Tea Rose called St. Patrick does not bloom …

Peony and Yucca stalks

As a gardener, you witness global warming firsthand every year. Herbaceous peonies need a period of cold winter days to bloom in …

Sweet Peas in a Compote

A compote is a perfect vase to showcase a natural-looking arrangement because materials can spread and cascade.   These sweet peas (Saltwater Taffy …

Monochromatic Beauty: Red Blend Roses

This arrangement was made for the Peninsula Rose Society’s monthly rose show.  The theme for May was “monochromatic beauty.”  All four roses …