“Let us live like flowers, wild and beautiful and drenched in sun.” — Ellen Everett striking golden pose petals speak of happiness powerful greeting *. *. * A symbol of love, friendship, and hospitality, the vibrant yellow hibiscus conveys the spirit of aloha when woven into traditional Hawaiian leis • Photo by Jan Logozzo • … More Hospitality
“Know how to behave at a buffet. Take a clean plate for a second helping.” — Marilyn vos Savant clean plate club member spotless but nourishment free load ‘em up again *. *. * One of the largest and most popular Hosta plants, the “Sum & Substance” Hosta is famous for its gigantic mound of … More Picnic Plates
“Don’t forget love; it will bring you all the madness you need to unfurl yourself across the universe.” — Meera blossoms opened wide magnificence and splendor blaze of joy in life *. *. * Single stalk of gladiolus lives up to its name of “Sword lily” with its striking thrust of trumpet-shaped blossoms • Photo … More Joie de vivre
“Just living isn’t enough,” said the butterfly, “one must have sunshine, freedom and a little flower.” —Hans Christian Anderson beauty of petals drooping like long eyelashes blessed by butterfly *. *. * The spiky raised center of the Coneflower is the perfect landing spot of the Sachem Skipper, a tiny moth-like butterfly visitor to summer … More Petals
“It’s attention to detail that makes the difference between average and stunning.” — Francis Atterbury tracings of fine lines understatement of beauty fragility stuns *. *. * Delicate star-like Campanula Bellflowers are stunning purple favorites of gardeners and hummingbirds alike • Photo and “Fine Lines” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“Here the sunflowers, there the hummingbird— equal seekers of sweetness.” —Mary Oliver suspended jewel iridescent wingbeats airborne ruby gem *. *. * Ruby-throated hummingbird hovers in place, one beauty in front of another • Photo by Jan Logozzo • “Bejeweled Splendor” haiku by Mary O’Connor © 2026
“There are moments when the elixir of life rises to such over-brimming splendor that the soul spills over.” —Henry Miller chalice filled with wine therapeutic elixir rimmed with sweet cream *. *. * With its artistic violet-purple throat surrounded by a creamy white outer rim, this showy bloom lives up to its Picasso Calla Lily … More Spilled Milk
“Nature always wears the colors of the spirit.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson born from two colors passion of red peace of blue optimal spirit *. *. * Purple Hydrangea blossoms, blend of red and blue, emit feelings of energy and peacefulness to those who pause and breathe their spiritual vibes • Photo and “Spiritual Mix” … More Spiritual Blend
“We do not live an equal life, but one of contrasts and patchwork; now a little joy, then a sorrow, now a sin, then a generous or brave action.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson quilt of many hues patchwork of heirloom treasures color coded assets *. *. * Hydrangeas often display a patchwork of colors, including … More Patchwork
“Simplicity is the glory of expression.” — Walt Whitman simple elegance showcase of finest beauty picture of glory .*. *. * With simple layers of petals surrounding a prominent center of pollen-swollen stamen, Single Fernleaf Peonies are said by many to outshine their Double Fernleaf Peony cousins, whose classic multiple petal layers hide their center’s … More Simplicity
Life Is Full of Sweet Spots 