The dry cool air of our recent days in Central Florida has had a pleasant affect on my garden. My blooms boast my geography, rather than any near-green thumb I possess. Layering is a powerful tool in floral design–the ordinary can pose as the luxe. Pulled the print below from the lifestyle portion of the Wall Street Journal recently; pulled the life from outside my back door. Note the pleasing layering of both texture and color–the oxalis (purple clover; a recent acquisition at the nursery), keeps things from getting too stuffy. My arrangement includes the oxalis, “Hot Cocoa” floribunda rose, geranium, and begonia. Working on redesigning the bedroom.
The Weekend Design 