Lisianthus

Lisianthus is an annual rose like flower, also known as Prairie Gentian. Each blossoms last a several weeks, and plants bloom non stop..... I came home from the Farmer's Market with this beautiful bouquet and I couldn't decide which container to use! 

Title:

 "The many ways to display a bouquet of fresh cut flowers".

An old sap bucket

Silver Tea Pots

A ceramic carafe

(not sure what this container is use for but I love the way the Lisianthus are displayed in it)

 Displaying fresh cut flowers in a basket could be a little tricky. Here is my idea.....

I use 4 tall skinny vases, filled them with water and gently placed them in the basket and arranged the bouquet of Lisianthus inside.

(To extend the life of fresh cut flowers mix one teaspoon of sugar,1 teaspoon of bleach, and 2 teaspoon of lemon or lime in a quart of warm water. Cut the flower stems every few days at a 45 degrees angle with a sharp knife).

Happy Monday!

Ciao for now

Rita