Floral Friday ~ The Color Blue “Blue is the only color which maintains its own character in all its tones it will always stay blue; whereas yellow is blackened in its shades, and fades away when lightened; red when darkened becomes brown, and diluted with white is no longer red, but another color – pink.” ~ Raoul Dufy Of … Read More
Floral Friday ~ Eryngium
Floral Friday ~ Eryngium Eryngium….aka Thistle or Sea Holly is one of nature’s few blue flowers. Not only found in blue, eryngium also comes in shades of silvery green and majestic purple. It is most commonly used to add a distinct texture to floral arrangements and bouquets. Fun Facts: In the language of flowers, it represents admiration. Eryngium is a genus of flowering plants … Read More
Floral Friday ~ Delphinium
Floral Friday ~ Delphinium One of nature’s fewest true blue flowers, Delphinium indeed makes a statement. In England, they are called “Queen of the Border” since they have been masterfully bred for over 130 years and stand out in border gardens. Delphinium received their name from the ancient Greeks who thought the shape of the flower bud resembled that of … Read More