& a double pink Streptocarpus ~ the two most notable purchases I made after the garden tour last weekend. I thought I'd share them with you because I know you'll be blown away by the Streptocarpus (like I was) and the watering can vase is just too cool (and very versatile to boot.) I can see myself using it for a myriad of different bouquets ~ starting with tulips & daffodils in the spring all the way thru sunflowers in the fall.
Creating a fantastic looking arrangement couldn't be easier thanks to the wire jar lid:
Just so you believe me (and I could prove it to myself), I ran out and bought a few flowers (I don't know why I still don't like to cut from the garden???)
How beautiful is that? Almost looks like it came from a florist shop, doesn't it? I swear alll I did was poke the stems thru the wire holes. If you like it as much as I do, it's a Creative Co-op product ~ maybe you have access to a store carrying their line (or can find it on the Internet?)
Now (drum roll please) ~ the double pink Streptocarpus:
I swore I was done buying them (I already have 'Black Panther' and 'Blue Ice') but try as I might, I couldn't put it back. Have you done that before?
"I saw it, grabbed it, admired it, said I didn't need it, put it back, walked away, turned around, picked it up (again), turned it all around, swore I'd never seen anything as beautiful ever but honestly, I don't need another one, put it back down, turned around, then turned back around, snatched it up, put it in the basket and vowed this really would be the last one."
It would have taken willpower greater than I possess to leave it behind... Maybe I'm totally "weak" but I'm hoping you can see why?????
I love that vase!!!! It is on the wish list for Mother's Day or birthday or something! Love it.
Your bloom is gorgeous! No excuses needed.
Posted by: Janet, The Queen of Seaford | June 12, 2011 at 03:04 PM
Yay - love the vase! Of course I do....I bought one too. Mine is still empty tho. Like you I hate to cut flowers out of my garden, so I need to go buy some. I'm inspired now after seeing how pretty yours looks. The Boulder Garden Tour is one of my favorite annual events - mostly because I get to spend the day with you and spend money! Two fun things!
Posted by: Dana | June 12, 2011 at 04:33 PM
That clear flowering can vase is so neat!
Posted by: tina | June 12, 2011 at 05:14 PM
Yep, I can see why you couldn't pass it up. It's a beauty, all right. Way to go! And that watering can vase is way cool. It looks like an antique. I want one. Nice job on the arrangement.
Posted by: Grace | June 12, 2011 at 06:11 PM
Oh that vase is wonderful and the flowers DO look like they were arranged by a florist!
Very creative - great work Kathleen.
Posted by: Kala | June 13, 2011 at 01:12 AM
To answer your questions on my blog: The tree with the "interesting configuration" is a "antique" pear tree. It has multi-trunks and new foliage after being cut back hard. Although we're not terribly fond of pears, I didn't have the heart to remove the tree. You can see why. Japanese Maples can be grown in large containers for many years--especially the dwarf varieties. There's hope. :)
Posted by: Grace | June 13, 2011 at 11:56 AM
That vase is too cool, I don't blame you for not wanting to cut flowers from your garden. One of these days I'll make a garden bed just for cut flowers. :) Oh and I don't blame you for buying that Double Pink, she's a beauty!
Posted by: Racquel | June 13, 2011 at 01:51 PM
Ha, I don't much like to cut flowers from the garden either. The only time I do it is if I think the flowers will be frozen in spring. The watering can makes a great vase!
Posted by: sweetbay | June 13, 2011 at 08:19 PM
Kathleen, the watering can vase will make a perfect addition to your decor. I'm afraid we wouldn't make a great pair shopping for plants together since I have little willpower when it comes to plants! Enjoy your double pink streptocarpus!
Posted by: Ramona/The Garden Explorer | June 14, 2011 at 10:22 AM
YOU are too creative! ;-) Actually, it's beautiful and I loved the watering can vase. How is life with you these days? It's been kinda crazy around here.
Posted by: Shady Gardener | June 14, 2011 at 01:22 PM
Did a quick Google search for that Watering Can vase.... hard to find. booo hisss
Posted by: Janet, The Queen of Seaford | June 14, 2011 at 07:37 PM
Love that watering can vase. (Should I try to find one?)
Not even going to think about another orchid, (I have only one, but it's all I can handle.) But I totally get why you couldn't leave without that one.
Posted by: Victoria | June 15, 2011 at 08:37 PM