Floral Friday ~ Celosia Summer’s bountiful flower… CELOSIA. This has been an American summer garden staple since the colonists. Thomas Jefferson, known for his unique taste in botanicals, included the crested coxcomb varieties in his flower garden. The name celosia is derived from the Greek work, kelos, meaning “burned.” Related to the amaranths, celosia are either plume-like (feather or caracas) or crested (coxcombs). They … Read More
Floral Friday ~ Seeded Eucalyptus
Floral Friday ~ Seeded Eucalyptus The good stuff is BACK!!!! We are so elated that the season has returned for the small seeded eucalyptus. While the cupped is ok, we sure do LOVE the smaller seeds. Care & Handling Give stems a fresh cut and place in water with floral preservative, remove the bottom leaves from the stem if present, … Read More
Floral Friday ~ Amaranthus
Floral Friday ~ Amaranthus Such a showy and exotic looking flower, amaranthus adds a distinct interesting texture to arrangements. Today’s focus is on the ever popular hanging red and green as well as the creamy desert yearning varieties. Facts about Amaranthus Amaranthus cultivation reached its height during the Aztec Empire. For the Aztecs, the Amaranthus represented nutritional value, in both therapeutic and … Read More