These are ‘Psyche Mix’ cosmos that I grew from seeds. I love their soft, ruffled petals. I arranged them simply in an ice wine bottle, sake bottle, and bud vases. The delicate vines with tiny leaves are ‘Kofuji,’ a ground-cover wisteria often used in bonsai. While it hasn’t bloomed yet, …
I’ve been fascinated with zinnias ever since watching how Erin Benzakein hybridizes this classic cut flower. I bought a packet of seeds from Floret Farm and grew the pastel-hued ‘Precious Metals.’ While not every stem developed the fully double petals I imagined, it was surprising to see how long the …
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
Magnolia grandiflora, or Southern Magnolia, is known for its large, white flowers and pleasant lemon scent. These blooms are arranged in a …
Yarrow is a drought-tolerant wildflower, making it perfect for California gardens. I especially like this compact ‘Moon Dust’ variety, with its creamy-colored …
First time growing zinnias from seeds! I ordered the seeds from Floret Flower Farm, expecting the double-petal ‘Precious Metals’ variety, but they …
Sunflowers grow quickly from seeds if you water them frequently and plant them in full sun. scientific name: Helianthus annuus cultivar: Autumn …
I attended Patricia Gillespie’s presentation at Bouquets to Art this year. She is renowned for her botanical sculptures of all sizes. It …
I learned a new technique for weaving leaves from Katsuko Sensei. This yellow Hybrid Tea Rose called St. Patrick does not bloom …
As a gardener, you witness global warming firsthand every year. Herbaceous peonies need a period of cold winter days to bloom in …
