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Those of us that enjoy our gardens, especially in the U.S., are still anticipating the full glory of spring. I thought I’d provide you with a little inspiration by sharing some pretty flower arrangements for you to enjoy. Some are simple and some are elaborate, all are beautiful [i.m.h.o].
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…come along, through the magical gate that will place us squarely in spring on the other side…
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Where can I find fuchsia’s this color?
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wouldn’t I love a hedge of hydrangea like this…
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and ranunculus this color?
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Oh, how I wish I lived where lilacs would grow.
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This color (below) is one of Ina Garten’s favorites…
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I’m not sure what kind of bulb this is but it’s pretty even before it blooms.
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Spring’s bounty, flowering branches, pussy willow and some kind of seed pod.
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And for my final floral contestant…possibly a wedding prop, dancing in one direction, dining in the other. Either way, I love the rusty old bicycle used for the flowers.
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Source: 1-13, Tumblr Fresh as a Daisy; 14, Tumblr A Gift Wrapped Life; 15, Tumblr Love French Bulldogs; 16-17, Tumblr Looking for Rainbows in the Moonlight
Spring will be here (in the U.S.) any time now, in fact we’ve been teased with some warm days. Wait for it, it will give us all a lift of spirits and a new level of energy. ♥ Karen
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Victoria • Restoring our Victorian said:
Every year, I resist ranunculus… I try to only do flowers that will reward my efforts ALL season long… but then invariably, I see them at the garden store and wish I’d grown some.
Yesterday we had our first warm day of March! We had a few in February, but it’s only now started to seem like spring really is right around the corner!
These photos got me SO excited!! I’d better actually get started with them, otherwise there won’t be any!
Karen B. said:
I think the great thing about ranuculus, at least here in California, is that you can dig them up and replant the bulb (sort of bulb like) for the following year. More work, but they last longer than daffodils. We’re supposed to have some warm days…this has been one of the coolest winters I can remember. I know, I know, stop whining, it doesn’t snow here, but still, it’s all relative. BTW, I’m failing the seed planting effort. The ‘forget-me-nots’ are so tiny, I don’t think they’ll make it. I need a lesson, please give a tutorial when you start your zinnias. Karen
Linda Coble said:
Karen,
What a wonderful shot-in-the-arm your post was today. It’s pouring rain, cloudy and windy outside and all the beautiful pics of Spring made my heart swell! I keep telling myself that flowers need rain to grow and it’s always rainy this time of year in the Pacific Northwest. Still, I’m ready for more sunshine and time in the garden. Loved some of the ideas for clever containers.
Karen B. said:
Thank you, Linda. All I can say is that the garden tours I’ve attended in your area make the rain worthwhile. It will be spring before we know it. Karen
Loi Tone on Tone said:
Dear Karen –
All beautiful, indeed!! Fantastic flowers. I’m sooooooo ready for winter to be over. I drove up to CT for a project today…..still patches of snow there. Happy first day of spring!
Kindest regards,
Loi
Karen B. said:
Loi, I feel so badly for all of my Eastern U.S. friends, you guys have been hit hard lately with crummy weather. Our winter (Southern California) has been degrees cooler than usual…nothing like yours but still. I, not the biggest fan of heat, is more than ready for spring. I wish you “spring” sooner then later, my friend. xo, Karen
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wisejourney said:
I passed by to see your lovely photographs. What a great taste of spring. Thank you
Karen B. said:
Thanks for stopping by. Nice to meet you.
Karen
Carla said:
All I can say is..beautiful! Thank you for the lovely pictures that reinforce my devotion to my garden. I LOVE the bike propped against the post heavy laden with all those spectaular blooms. What a clever idea for an event! XOXCARLA
Karen B. said:
Carla, Thanks! A friend of mine would like to duplicate the bike with the flowers for a fall wedding they have coming up. I couldn’t find the original source of that image, but it was undoubtedly used for a wedding or party of some kind. xo, Karen
Keri said:
I’m WAITING AND WAITING! LOL It seems a whole season away here, but there are signs. Your flowers pics are increasing my spring fever. I am with you on the favorite pick- that bicycle is too cute, a keeper of an idea for sure!
xo, Keri
p.s. thank you for your kind compliments on our outdoor table. it is currently covered in about four inches of snow, but one day soon!…
Karen B. said:
Keri, I have felt sympathy for the East with the snow that seems to be plaguing the region. I will look forward to seeing your table set for a meal under blue skies and sunshine. I’m ready for spring too, we’ve had a cooler winter than usual. xo, Karen
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Whitney said:
Isn’t spring the best! I’m off the work in the garden while Carson takes a nap…
Love every single one of these pictures…can I have them all?
Karen B. said:
I always think of my garden enthusiast friends, like you, this time of year. The longer days give me more time in the garden. I love it. Take some pictures of your garden for your blog so I can see what you’ve been doing. I hear you’ve got a new front yard. Have a wonderful weekend. xo, Karen
pamela said:
Oh, you’re killing me with these gorgeous gardens.
I’m wrapped up in wool and flannel tonight!
But I’m hopeful, always hopeful, for Spring to remember us.
xo,
p
Karen B. said:
Hi Pamela, I’ve decided that it’s the cooler days of this year that will make me savor spring and summer all the more! If it were perfect weather every day we might take it for granted. 🙂 Stay warm and watch for 80 degree days up ahead. Karen
Gretchen said:
Karen, I love the creative containers for flower arrangements that you’ve highlighted. I need to take another look at some of my accessories to see if they might be potential containers.
Karen B. said:
Gretchen, Some of these images inspired me to do the same…no telling what we have laying around the house that would be fun to use for a non-traditional “vase”. xo, Karen
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