The frost we experienced the past few nights has seriously reduced my options to participate in In a Vase on Monday. The rose and azalea blossoms are now mush; the few remaining flowers on the garden phlox have faded into pale reminders of their former selves. Any remaining life in the summer annuals is gone. What is left are the annual pansies we just planted and a camellia. The frost wasn’t quite severe enough to damage the ‘Our Linda’ Camellia sasanqua blooms which have already appeared in previous offerings.
I am grateful to my Arranger who made the best of my meager gleanings in her Ikebana vase. The pink is, no surprise, ‘Our Linda’ in a repeat performance, supported by the green buds of Pieris japonica ‘Red Mill.’ The deep purple pansies, lovely in themselves, are added as complements. The gold lacquer tray has become a staple in our offerings, and the white stones are included to enhance the oriental spirit of the arrangement.
Please visit In a Vase on Monday to see the delightful postings of Cathy, the originator of this meme, at Rambling in the Garden.
A Walk in the Garden 
Beautiful arrangement. The color combination is striking. Your camellia must be well-protected. Most of my blooms were severely damaged this weekend.
LikeLike
Thanks, Susie. As to protection, it is essentially without protection, and it may be that ‘Our Linda’ is a bit tougher than some.
LikeLike
I was just going to say you’ve such a hand at arranging but my praise goes to your arranger then ;). Lovely, festive colours and mood.
LikeLike
On behalf of my Arranger, I thank you. I couldn’t do it without her.
LikeLike
I like how the camelias swirl upwards – creates great interest. Well done!
LikeLike
Thanks, Karen.
LikeLike
Beautiful use of a few choice flowers, well done to your arranger. I love this style of arrangement but have no idea how to begin creating one. would your arranger be willing to explain one day?
LikeLike
Thanks, Christina. I will try to get her to come out of the closet.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Your arranger did a marvelous job. The simplicity of the arrangement fits the flowers perfectly.
LikeLike
Thank you, Kris. This is a fun meme…it stretches me and brings joy in seeing what others are doing. My Arranger thanks you as well.
LikeLike
So stylish and elegant – like Christina, I wouldn’t know where to start and, I guess, without your delightful arranger, neither would you! Sorry, just teasing John 😉 You must be very proud…
LikeLike
Indeed. Indeed. Thank you Cathy, from both of us.
LikeLike
Beautiful arrangement. The pansies are a stunning colour. Elizabeth
LikeLike
Thanks, Elizabeth. I am partial to deep purple flowers. They go so well with all the pinks in my garden.
LikeLike
You make a great team John, this is lovely.
LikeLike
Thanks, Julie. We are having fun…and it keeps us talking to each other.
LikeLiked by 1 person
What a beautiful and elegant use of a few blooms – well done to both you and your Arranger!
LikeLike
Thanks, Julie. We appreciate your approval.
LikeLike
The pansies with the camellia are inspired John – a very elegant arrangement, which I hope you are both enjoying today!
LikeLike
Thanks, Cathy. Will be looking forward to sharing more Mondays (and other days) with you.
LikeLike
Your camelia looks so much like a rose. As for pansies, I always find them irresistable.
LikeLike
Thanks, Jason. Camellias are going to be my mainstay for the next few months, and the pansies and violas are handling the freezing weather just fine.
LikeLike