Pumpkin seeds must be very resilient because this green pumpkin seeded itself from our compost and was inadvertently planted in our garden this spring. The growth pattern is fascinating with its curly growth from the stem, massive leaves, and progression to new flowers. I spent three days capturing it with my camera along with my Verde Cosi "Wavy Leaf" table linen, deep orange nasturtium, and my Mother's vintage dish which the light passes through. Please purchase Verde Cosi "Wavy Leaf" table linen for your table this fall. ...
Hibiscus moscheutos is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is a cold hardy perennial wetland plant. It is a welcome addition to your garden in August when other perennials are often spent from the long summer. There exists numerous varieties. This particular variety color is often referred to as "cherry brandy". Hardy in zones 4 - 9. I love tropical hibiscus but perennial hibiscus moscheutos has blooms that are open and flat, they blow beautifully in the breeze. Hibiscus moscheutos needs plenty of water, especially the first couple of years. It enjoys full sun. The entire plant dies back in winter with a few twigs remaining, I keep them throughout the winter as a marker to pay attention to it in late spring when it starts to emerge. Late summer, August in my 6a zone,...
For most Mothers and caregivers, the statement, the action - “When others come first” is not something we say or even have time to think about. It is just a natural instinct. Often times to get through the day getting the tasks, the chores, the responsibilities and ultimately all those little things we do with others in mind - can go under the radar or slip through the cracks. We ourselves even let it slide off our backs because perhaps if we added it up it may overwhelm us. There was a nurse who cared for me in the delivery room with my first born child (29 hours of labor)! I’ll never forget her - she became that nurturing, compassionate person I needed at that moment to get through the pain and bewilderment of not knowing how things would turn out. She was on the front...
Three years ago one of my daughters and I discovered this tree. We have made it a tradition to visit it in spring to experience it's beautiful flowers which blow in the wind and fall onto the surrounding rocks. There are no words to describe how magical this is. In celebration of Earth Day I would like to highlight this tree which illustrates the diversity and gift of our natural world. Halesia Carolina tree is a species flowering plant in the family Styracaceae, native to southeastern United States. It is a vigorous deciduous shrub or tree, bearing masses of pendent, bell - shaped white flowers which develop in spring before leaves appear...
This year I'd like to show you more photography of our gardens and processes in regard to my paintings and designing fabric. This is my set up for plein air painting a series of watercolors in our gardens. I collect plants, propagate some of them, and am simply fascinated with horticulture. Pictured here are pink tree peony, fig, gladiolus murielae, oleander, agapanthus, lavender, blueberry, tulip, poppy, lily. My photograph was taken in May 2019. Reminding us of the miracle of spring into summer. I have a new painting available, introducing " " maison bleue de prusse" "A home with a garden welcomes botanical stories" , Suzanne Luby Ahrens, Verde Cosi ©2020 ...
A little hand embroidery of French knots and appliqué with sheer and open weave linen adorn this mini fringed pillow. by Suzanne Luby Ahrens, Verde Cosi Happy Saint Patrick's Day...
Watercolor by Suzanne Luby Ahrens ©2020 all rights reserved Peace. ©2020 Suzanne Luby Ahrens, all rights reserve...
I took this beautiful photo to inspire you to try this morning treat. There are many days we may not have time to prepare a detailed breakfast. This green breakfast is simple, quick, and made of completely whole ingredients. Fresh kiwi, sliced Half a fresh mango, chopped in medium sized chunks 3/4 cup fresh baby spinach 3/4 cup water Prepare ingredients, try to find organic if you can. Using an immersion blender combine all ingredients, blend and puree. Garnish with whole slice of kiwi. Enjoy immediately! ...
"Somebody's Mother" by Mary Dow Brine The woman was old and ragged and gray And bent with the chill of the Winter's day. The street was wet with a recent snow And the woman's feet were aged and slow. She stood at the crossing and waited long, Alone, uncared for, amid the throng Of human beings who passed her by Nor heeded the glance of her anxious eye. Down the street, with laughter and shout, Glad in the freedom of "school let out," Came the boys like a flock of sheep, Hailing the snow piled white and deep. Past the woman so old and gray Hastened the children on their way. Nor offered a helping hand to her - So meek, so timid, afraid to stir Lest the carriage wheels or the horses' feet Should crowd her down in the slippery...
The joy of changing your environment is proven in beautiful spaces that transport you, change your frame of mind, and empower you to live in celebration. I have chosen 4 pillows in Verde Cosi's shop site to suggest for your decor - pink is the color when the sky is grey - a bit of pink in our decor is just the right touch. Verde Cosi is having a buy 1 pillow get the 2nd pillow for FREE. SHOP https://verde-cosi.myshopify.com ...
