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, …
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 Nageire (throw-in) style, using a Tsubo-shaped vase from Okura Toen in Yokohama. Pam (Peninsula Rose Society member) gave me this beautiful vase, which she had inherited from her …
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 …
A compote is a perfect vase to showcase a natural-looking arrangement because materials can spread and cascade. These sweet peas (Saltwater Taffy …
A white Hybrid Tea Rose called Full Sail pops against the dark reddish palm sheath. Star jasmine can be paired with the …
