I used White Tete a Tete which I'd never heard of until I saw them in a catalogue. They are not as jaunty as the yellow ones but very pretty, none the less.
Also a nameless wallflower, some pussy/goat willow buds, euphorbia and a white hyacinth.
All going together to make a pretty and beautiful smelling vase.
I left a bucket of willow buds outside and when I passed it was buzzing with bees. Just what we need to see at this time. Nature carrying on regardless.
A few weeks ago I decided to buy in some British flowers for Mother's Day as I don't have enough of my own yet for bouquets. Flowering things are small so far. I ordered Tulips, Hyacinth, and scented Narcissus and used foliage from here - hence the willow in the bucket. All from British growers ordered through a hub.
It was the right decision and I sold it all. It was a smallish order but I could have sold it all twice. Whether that was because people couldn't get together I don't know, but it felt good to be able to deliver bouquets (non-contact, of course) to people isolating in their own homes.
Here is an idea of what one like:
So now it looks like a good week weatherwise. I'll be staying home except for essential journeys so perhaps I can knock the plot back into shape. First job though is tackling the red mite in the hen house. There are so many things I'd rather be doing!
Stay safe and well and I hope you can enjoy your gardens. Join in with Cathy and In a Vase on Monday at Rambling in the Garden.
Lots of favourite things in your cheerful vase today Alison! Thank you. Actually, now that I see your white tete a tete, I think I prefer them to the usual single yellow! They are delightful. I must look out for some for next year. I have a similarly coloured narcissus in my vase this week, and a couple of other things! Stay safe and well in these totally surreal times. Amanda https://therunningwave.blogspot.com/2020/03/in-vase-on-monday.html
ReplyDeleteThey came from Parkers. I'm guilty of overspending there!
DeleteSuch a pretty combination of flowers in your bouquet, each adding a nice touch of color. So sweet of you to get flowers for others. I'm sure you brightened their day, and was greatly appreciated. Your thoughtful act of kindness has brightened my day.
ReplyDeleteWell it is my business so not completely selfless. I grow flowers to sell but don't have enough of my own yet for anything large. However it did brighten days and was appreciated by the sons and daughters who couldn't see their mothers on Sunday.
DeleteCheerful indeed, but graceful and very pretty as well, Alison. I love the nameless wallflower, something that's surprisingly find hard to find in garden centers here (suggesting I should try growing from seed). Delivering flowers has got to be a joy - I'm glad you can keep your business going. I'm going to pick lemons and Mandarin oranges to leave at the curb for neighbors - although, crazy as things are, people here would probably be happier to find a toilet paper give-away ;)
ReplyDeleteYes, I grow my wallflowers from seed, they are very easy. I can smell them as I write this. I don't know what will happen with the business in the short term, who can tell. Glad it's not just the brits who are stockpiling toilet rolls. I'm sure some people will appreciate the fruit.
DeleteHi Alison, your arrangement is so pretty. I can imagine the perfume too, especially from the wallflower. Our wallflowers grew very woody so had to be pulled up. I was planning to replant this year but I think it will have to wait - I'm in the category that has to self-isolate. Happily, there's always plenty to do in a garden. Stay safe and keep well.
ReplyDeletePerhaps you will be able to sow some wallflowers seeds in May or June. Hopefully things will improve by then. Stay safe and enjoy your garden.
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