According to the calendar, spring hasn’t started yet, but in my world it has. Over the weekend, our lilac tree burst into bloom. Maybe exploded is a better word to use to describe the event. The tree was covered and it is a delight to see. Since moving into our home almost five years ago,…
Lilacs
Blooming Lilacs
It is lilac time! When we purchased our home, we were thrilled that we inherited a mature lilac tree. The first year was a little rough because it had been neglected over the years and was overgrown. With instructions from a landscape gardener, I gave it some tough love and cut it back hard. …
Spectacular Spring Flowers
As I mentioned before, we have had some unseasonably warm days this year so the spring plants are very confused. Flowers are blooming early so why not take advantage. While my parents are out of town, I stopped by their house to see if there were any blooms to be snipped from the garden. Just…
Lilac Lunacy
As some of you may have heard, we are still experiencing warm weather in January with no rain in sight. The lilac tree was lulled into thinking it was an early spring and started to bloom in late December. It is so confused, but we welcome the delicate blooms and sweet scent. Every flower is…
Mixed Floral Bouquet
For the first time since moving to our charming home, I was able to create a mixed bouquet of flowers from the garden. The roses and lilacs came with the property and last year I planted the sweet peas. I am beyond excited that I was able to create this delightful arrangement with what I…
Luscious Lilacs Part II
Here is the last bunch we picked from the lilac tree. It was the best season so far and I look forward to next year’s crop. Until then, I bid adieu. Flowers leave some of their fragrance in the hand that bestows them. -Chinese proverb *Tina
Luscious Lilacs
When we purchased our home and I realized that we had a lilac tree, I was ecstatic. Lilac trees aren’t very common in Southern California and I would visit Descanso Gardens for my annual fix. Now, all I have to do is walk into my backyard and view them in all of their glory. How…