To demonstrate the importance of the vase in which I place a floral arrangement, I crafted a zinnia and sunflower arrangement and showcased it in three different containers. The vibe or mood that can be created with a container for a floral arrangement largely depends on the characteristics of the

The rope-like tassels in coral, lime-green, bronze, and red of cascading amaranths sure make a statement in my arrangements. Receiving numerous inquiries whenever I showcase them in my Instagram posts, I’ve made the decision to write a dedicated blog post about them, from growing to harvesting and styling them. When

Oriental x Asiatic lily hybrids, often referred to as OA lilies, are a type of hybrid lilies that result from crossing two distinct lily species: Lilium auratum (oriental lilies) and Lilium species in the asiatic lilies’ botanical division. These hybrids combine the desirable traits of both parent species, creating lilies

Understanding the risks and precautions for cat owners and lily lovers. Most lilies are toxic to cats. Ingesting any part of the lily plant, including the leaves, flowers, stems, and bulbs, can be extremely dangerous to cats and can lead to acute kidney failure, which can be fatal if not

DISCOVER THE ART AND TECHNIQUES OF LILY ARRANGEMENTS, FROM CLASSIC TO RUSTIC. Lilies are a versatile flower that can be arranged in many beautiful ways, whether you grow them in your own garden or purchase them from a local florist. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the symbolism behind

HOW TO USE A KENZAN TO CREATE NATURAL AND DYNAMIC FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS. If you’ve ever wondered how professional florists create those stunning, minimalist arrangements, chances are they’re using a kenzan. A kenzan is a Japanese floral frog that is used to hold stems in place in an arrangement. In this

Spring is here! Although my outdoor decor is still very wintery, I am revisiting some of my past spring floral arrangements posted on Instagram over the years. Tulips and a few other bulbs. either garden grown or store bought, add instant springtime vibe. One can style them simply, a bunch

Dahlias, dahlias, in testimony of the hundreds of dahlias, painstakingly planted every spring, cared for during summer, dug in the fall, stored in winter… Such beauty they bring and the more you cut their flowers, the more they bloom. Here is a retrospective, in no particular order, of 30 of

Flowers are the trademarks of my Country Home and Blooms Instagram account. No wonder some of the arrangements crafted with peony flowers from my garden are among my followers’ favorites. In no particular order… See this publication on Instagram A publication shared by Céline| Country Home & Blooms (@countryhomeandblooms) See

I choose “Love Me” in “Love-me / Love-me-not”! As a child, my favorite flower was the common daisy of the uncultivated fields. Resilient even in the streets and alleys of urban Montreal where I grew up, the oxeye daisy _ or marguerite in French_ originating from Europe and Asia has

Display fresh cut flowers with a vintage flair. Here are some more examples of my arrangements from Instagram in this second part of Out of the glass vase 1. Served cold in soup tureens Soup tureens are the easiest to transform into country style vases because they are usually low.

Two favorite, zinnias and cosmos, are easy-to grow annuals to bring colors and joy in your sunny garden and arrangements Voir cette publication sur Instagram Une publication partagée par Céline| Country Home & Blooms (@countryhomeandblooms) 1. A to Z with zinnias Zinnias are the perfect flowers for resilience and bright

As my garden is slowly awakening, I cannot resist bringing some happy blooms indoor. A Spring arrangement with flowers from the borders is the easiest to put together. Here are 9 inspirations for simple bouquets in vintage pitchers or original containers. 1- Tulips with a rustic twist A bunch of

5 steps to fill a beautiful vintage basket with perennial blooms Material Cut flowers from the garden: annuals, perennials or shrub/tree blooms A bucket of cold water to condition and preserve the cut flowers A large basket chosen accordingly to the quantity of flowers available A bucket or leak-proof container

Interested in having hydrangeas year-round to embellish your home? Follow these 5 simple steps for better vase life: Voir cette publication sur Instagram Une publication partagée par Céline | Country Home & Blooms (@celinephenix) le 15 Sept. 2019 à 5 :29 PDT Follow these 7 simple steps for drying: Voir