Materials this week
Sedum Hylotelephium erythrostictum 'Frosty Morn', aka 'Alison's sedum'
Persicaria Red Dragon, aka Cathy's Dragon.
Achillea Millefolium Lilac Beauty
Salvia Amistad
various seed heads and capsules gathered on walks...
I often heard the expression or proverb or is it an idom: 'Needs Must', when I was a child, and did not quite understand its meaning. We've certainly been practicing this in the current situation, but with a little imagination and substitution, or acceptance of the not quite perfect, a few freedom can be gained. This is just one example of 'All's well that ends well', as I attempt to come to terms with 'the new normal'.
Shakespeare used the old saying in his play 'All's well that ends well'. Apologies to all the linguists and word smiths, and historians for any misunderstandings....
I had to smile at your alternative names, Noelle - it's lovely to have plants that remind us of friends or family, and blogging friends seem to be particularly generous in this respect. I noticed flowers on my own dragon a few days ago and mentally logged the need to put them in a vase soon, whilst I still had the chance. I love all your bits and pieces and what a pleasing combination they make
ReplyDeleteI had to look up "rasping snails" as I'd no clue what that could mean. The personal names you've assigned to selected plants are wonderful. I'm glad your garden offered you a bounty at a time when blooms are dwindling in number.
ReplyDeleteBy rasping, the snails consume the outer part of the leaf or petal and can leave the hard parts. I find leaves around the garden looking quite pretty this time of year.
DeleteLove the colors - all is well as the arrangement ended well!
ReplyDeleteCharming combination. I love your hydrangea.
ReplyDeleteThe Hydrangea is really pretty at the centre of this arrangement Noelle. The Salvia is lovely. I have seen several in vases recently and will definitely have to grow some myself next year. I have never grown them before...
ReplyDeleteHope you manage to find one which suits your garden. They make great plants.
DeleteA beautiful arrangement Noelle. Cathys' dragons certainly do fly about the country. I have one of them too 😄
ReplyDeleteYeah! Dragons united!
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