Harvest and Store Globe Amaranths

Harvest and Store Globe Amaranths

I am growing two varieties of Globe Amaranths (Globosa and Fiery Sunrise) that come in several colors.  While I previously admired these blooms in the garden along with the pollinators, I decided to use them for a dried floral arrangement this year so I can enjoy them longer! Harvesting Tips: 1) Cut the stem with scissors […]

Harvest And Store Blooms

Brighten up your Day with Flowers

First of all, I am so far behind with my gardening blog.  The reason why is that my Mom had a seizure on Valentine’s Day.  We put our free time on hold to rally around her in her recovery efforts.  She is quite a trooper and has improved a lot! After one week at the […]

Harvest And Store Blooms

Bouquet of Calla Lilies and More

Mother’s Day wouldn’t be complete without flowers in the world according to Crazy for Gardening!  My husband found these two flower bouquets at one of our local grocery stores called Giant Eagle. My bouquet has beautiful purple calla lilies, pink roses, ornamental kale, thistle (I think!) and other delicate deep pink flowers!  I am not […]