Humans aren’t the only ones anxious for spring! My hibiscus has been flowering consistently over the past couple of months! My African Violets were in full bloom a couple of months ago. They displayed gorgeous periwinkle colored flowers.
I’ve had this orchid for 3 years this May. I remember this because my friend Nora brought me this plant when I was in the midst of thyroid cancer treatment. I could not part with it. I felt a bit of a spiritual connection to it. The plant/leaves looked healthy so if it could thrive, so could I.
Originally I think I was under watering. I decided last spring/summer to put it on the deck thinking that if nothing happend I’d have to get rid of it. Then and unexpected rain absolutely drenched the plant. It immediately flourished! It sprouted new leaves and perked up as if to say, “ah, thank you!”
After I brought it in last fall, it began to sprout what looked to be a stem from the center. I consistently watered twice a week and now, flowers. Whether cooking or caring for delicate house plants, all requires patience.
Love the rain we’ve been getting. The narcissus have popped out of the ground, the butterfly bushes are sprouting leaves and many of our early flowering plants have leaves growing out of the base. Yippee!
Of course, this all is food related. Why you might ask? As soon as our deck is chock-full of flowers, we begin entertaining. Flowers and beautiful greenery are the perfect back drop for any outdoor celebration.
Ribs. That’ll be the first thing I serve. Maybe with an Asian twist? I have a little time to ponder.
Have a blessed day!
Ang
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