But then there were orchids at Costco. The common and easiest grown orchid -- phalaenopsis. And so, one came home with me and then another and another . . .
They are easy to grow and I've even got them to rebloom. And they have such interesting colors.
And they are perfect on this tabletop in the breakfast room -- a cluster of them -- so much better than a lone orchid here and there!
The one on the left is white with hot pink stripes and is still blooming from March! The little lime green one in front is new -- replacing one that didn't make it. And the one on the right is one that soon will be blooming -- but I've forgotten what color it will be.
I don't like "fancy" pots for flowers -- preferring terra cotta ones -- someone plants look better in terra cotta -- and these -- these are Guy Wolff orchid pots. A perfect vessel, methinks, for orchids.
And what's on the dinner table this Tuesday -- the first, the very first garden tomato -- special enough to be a course on it's own. Sliced with a shower of garden basil and a sprinkle of sea salt.
The one on the left is white with hot pink stripes and is still blooming from March! The little lime green one in front is new -- replacing one that didn't make it. And the one on the right is one that soon will be blooming -- but I've forgotten what color it will be.
I don't like "fancy" pots for flowers -- preferring terra cotta ones -- someone plants look better in terra cotta -- and these -- these are Guy Wolff orchid pots. A perfect vessel, methinks, for orchids.It's Tuesday and I'm joining Marty at A Stroll Thru Life for Tabletop Tuesday.
And what's on the dinner table this Tuesday -- the first, the very first garden tomato -- special enough to be a course on it's own. Sliced with a shower of garden basil and a sprinkle of sea salt. It was heaven!!!!
13 comments:
The orchids are lovely. I haven't tried any yet. I like terra cotta pots the most too. They're just simple and sturdy and let the plant be the show!
Oh, these are so pretty! I've never tried to grow orchids...I thought they were difficult. But, now I'm inspired to try. Thanks!
Sharlotte
Ms. Sharlotte's...Southern Reflections
Your orchids are so pretty! I've never tried to grow them, but I think you've given me some hope!
Yummy, your tomatoes look so good. Nothing like home grown ones.
be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Your orchids are lovely!! I have never tried to grow any indoors. When I was young we had wild orchids that grew on our garden wall. (We lived in South America for several years.) I always thought they were so beautiful. I should do an orchid post... I know I have some orchid pictures someplace...
Oh I LOVE orchids! A lovely client gave me an amazing fuschia striped one last year, but, alas, it didn't survive the winter. I've been on the hunt for a similar one to replace it
xoxo Pattie
We haven't had any luck in getting ours to re-bloom, but we keep on trying. Like you, I think that orchids look best in a little grouping.
I bought my first cute little orchid in early May.... a yellow and pink paleo...palin..a phalin .... well, it is one just like yours..... and my little guy is still alive and with the same blooms! I'm pretty excited about him... I call him a him.... I think it is a miniature one because it is pretty tiny....
It actually doesn't seem to have much dirt or moss or whatever is in the bottom... and I think about transplanting it...so it can hold a bit of water instead of it going straight through...but, I don't want to shock it ... maybe I'll try that after the blooms are gone.... I may have to look for a buddy for mine too.... and proper pots to put them in.... yours look great.
I love terra cotta too.... they just look so natural and look good everywhere and anywhere...
Oh my, your orchids are just wonderful. I just can't grow them no matter what. Tickled me when you said easy. lol Such a beautiful display. Love the tomatoes, they look so good. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty
I am green with envy! It will be weeks before we have homegrown tomatoes. The orchids are lovely, Martha. I hope you have a great day. Blessings...Mary
Beautiful! Isn't it wonderful we can have orchids in our homes these days! I love how they stay in bloom for months, and then re-bloom a few months later!
Wish I had one of your fresh tomatoes!
Katherine
Now here is something I had no success at - and even with that $50.00 book that says it's easy! I think I water them to death....
Hmm...maybe I should rethink my orchid stance, which has been that they're too complicated for me. Yours are gorgeous, and I love how reverently you treated your first tomato. Mine are still a long way away here in CO.
Your orchids look lovely but I have to say your tomato seasoned with sea salt and basil looks delicious!!!!
Post a Comment