Thoughts on plants, flowers and how we live with them.
I harvest flowers every other day to keep flower production strong. It’s in my early morning routine along with making careful observations and admiring the beauty of the garden. If you ever want fresh flowers, send me an email or DM me on my Instagram. These are just a sample of a morning harvest.
I’m growing dahlias for the first time from seed. I started them in my greenhouse in mid March and transplanted them in the garden in mid April. I’m growing them under my tiny hoop house and plan on putting a giant shade cloth to protect them from the harsh summer sun. The seeds are a mixed variety from Floret Farm. I can’t wait to identify the blooms and collect the tubers of the ones I like the most. I plan on pinching them in the next two weeks to promote bushier plants. The recommended spacing is 18 inches but I don’t have a ton of growing space so I planted them a little closer. I’ll just have to be vigilant with catching disease and pets. EeeK! I’m excited. I needed a new summer challenge, because I get really tired of zinnias in summertime. :)
I did a tiny pop up at flitch coffee this past weekend. I had been making these tiny CUTE arrangements all week, so I decided to do a last minute pop up to share them. I enjoy making the tiny arrangements because first they are cute, but also bc it gives me a challenge to play with scale. While harvesting the flowers, I have to change my perspective. A single flower on a larkspur spike can be a huge focal flower for the arrangement. A small mint cutting can be the entire supporting ingredient. I will definitely make more Itty bitty bouquets this summer.
Aside from the absolute joy and fulfillment that comes from growing your own flowers, there is another perk. The chance to have them in your home to enjoy. I put them on my dining room table, in my bedroom, on a coffee table or anywhere I want to add color. It’s a win win.
