I did not fill my outdoor
containers with herbs and veggies this year... as I originally intended because of the crazy
weather. Therefore, things around here are kind of BLAH. Especially since the only thing I did plant
were a couple pots of salmon colored geraniums that got attacked by an army of
GIANT ants. They didn't survive the spray I had to use to get rid of the army
invading my front porch. So I no longer have anything colorful decorating that area. And to be frank, I gave up trying
to surround myself with nature's beauty outdoors. Inside though is a different
story. I recently decided I was in the mood for a
treat. A bouquet of fresh cut flowers in a pretty vase always brings a smile to
my face. My hubby always gives me roses. But MUMS are a favorite of mine too. Probably because they remind me of my
favorite time of year, autumn. I may be
rushing that season, but I bought some anyway. Did you know chrysanthemums are
used in Asia to make tea? In Korea China
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I love Mums too. They seem to very popular in flower arrangements no matter what time of year. I didn't know all those things about them though. I don't think I'll be eating any but do enjoy looking at them!
Flowers are so rare here in arid west Texas that I've almost forgotten what they look like. My back yard used to have some wild roses, but this year is especially hot & dry. The Mums look beautiful.
I love mums! They are so old fashioned and beautiful in their own way.
my mums are already about a foot high in my lower gardens. i think mums might be my favorite flower too. you can buy dried mums which have been formed into a bud and when you pour hot water on them to make tea, the bud opens into a flower. they are gorgeous!
I love mums. Those are very pretty. I usually have mums outside but I have no room for any other plant outside.
Another mum lover here and they do make me think of my favorite time of year too - fall. They are so bright and their color varies greatly.
It is wonderful this beautiful flower has so many uses. I can't have flowers on my balcony or in the house because I'm allergic. I do miss them.
Shucks no, I did not know all that about Mums. They were Sherry's mama's favorite in the world. Now I have more to love about them.
((HUGS))
I saw some beautiful mums at a nursery yesterday...beautiful. Who knew they had so many other uses.
MUMS are my favorite too as well as FALL!! I must admit I'm already longing for FALL as we have been in the 90s the past couple of days!!
Mums are so pretty and sturdy flowers. My favorite flowers are carnations for their fragrance!
Your MUMS are so pretty, Taryterre. I love the color. You know, they used to sell the MUMS when I was in high school before the football games. It was such a delight to get one. They were the big fat ones, and so pretty. How nice of your husband to bring you roses once in awhile.
Have a good Friday, my friend.
Love,
~Sheri
Is it hot were you are - I wouldn't mind fall all year long! lol
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