Back in a post from early spring, I mentioned how I couldn’t wait to share some of my favorite flowers from our garden. Well, the day has arrived and I’m thrilled to show you 3 of my favorites. Not only will you see these flowers in their original form (planted in ground), you will also see them displayed in vases.
1) HYDRANGEAS
Over the years, we’ve planted 3 hydrangea bushes in our yard (1 pink and 2 blue). I love hydrangeas for their clusters of 4-leaf flowers and their bright, glossy leaves.
Although my hydrangeas have bloomed for weeks now, it was only a few days ago that I cut their blooms. Two reasons:
(1) It’s nice to enjoy the blooms outdoors first.
(2) Cutting the blooms when the clusters haven’t matured (full color realized), minimizes how long the blooms last indoors.
2) PEONIES
This is my all-time favorite flower! This flower will always have a special place in my heart because it always brings back fond memories of wedding planning. I wanted peonies for my wedding flowers after seeing them in a bridal magazine. It wasn’t meant to be though. Peonies bloom in the spring; we planned our wedding for late August. Even so, the mere thought of peonies reminds me of how much I enjoyed planning the details of our wedding.
When Chris and I moved into our home back in 2005, luck will have it that the previous owners had peonies in the backyard. It was one of the best gifts they left us, the new homeowners.
Just 3 stems made this full floral arrangement. This is an extremely fragrant flower!
3) SHRUB ROSES
I love the shrub roses alongside our fence. I love how these roses bloom throughout the spring and summer seasons. Hardy in nature, they rarely need much watering or extra care. Since our rose bushes are planted in front of our house (on side), we don’t have to worry about our kids or dogs getting pricked by their thorns. Although tiny, these thorns are sharp!
How beauteeful are these blooms in a vase? * West Elm placemat *
Want extra credit? Place the vase of flowers inside a large lantern. It makes a stylish and interesting centerpiece!
Flowers are one of the best ways to “accessorize” the home. They bring life, color, and natural fragrance to your home. Naturally, when flowers come from your very own garden, they are twice as enjoyable. 🙂
Which of the 3 flowers featured is your favorite? If you’ve enjoyed this post, please “like” on Facebook. Thanks for reading!
so simple yet so pretty! love them.
Oh gosh! These are truly beautiful! Wow! The colors are just so beautiful!
Those are absolutely gorgeous. There is something magical about flowers to brighten one’s day!
Thank you!
So pretty! I wish I had a flower garden! There’s always next year right?
Yes, always another year 🙂
Peonies are such pretty flowers. I love how you have arranged them.
Thank you! Hard to not love peonies 🙂
Great idea with the lantern touch. I saw a lantern that I wanted to buy and you have inspired my creative juices. Good job! – Vero
Thanks, Vero :).
I love hydrangeas and I also love tulips and cala lillies!
I love tulips and cala lillies too 🙂
I love hydrangeas but all of these are beautiful! I love how you displayed them!
Thanks, Trisha!
Totally amazing! I love the arrangement and how simple and clean they are.
Thanks, Dina!
ahhh i love hydrangeas! I want to try and grow some next year now!
You should, Stephanie 🙂
Your hydrangeas are beautiful! I love how they are displayed.
Thank you 🙂
gorgeous!
I just love the smell of Peonies, but we don’t see them naturally growing much here.
They can be a little finicky. Sometimes they don’t have too many blooms. There’s definitely upkeep to consider with peonies but they are worth it 🙂
These are so pretty! I have some peonies on my side yard I like to pick.
Thanks, Stefany 🙂
I love these! My favorite flower has always been a Hydrangea, I love how big and full they are. And mine bloom all summer long which is amazing. I have traditional roses, they are wonderful to have also. I have just decided I want to add peonies to my garden. I don’t know too much about them other then they are pretty, gorgeous, beautiful and so much more. How big is you peonies? I was wondering how big the bush is or will become?
Hi Emily, the peony bushes don’t usually get wider than 3 feet tall and 3 feet wide. They are so pretty when they bloom. It’s a good idea to plant them in the backyard though. While they are beautiful when they bloom, the heaviness of the flowers make them droop down. They make great “clipping” flowers to be placed in vases, for that reason. You will love having them around. I planted fuchsia ones for next season 🙂
I love them! I don’t have any flowers in my yard, but I love fresh ones 🙂
Thanks, Robin 🙂
Beautiful, Beauteeful!
Thank you 🙂