This heavy cast glass vase is thin when viewed from the side. Viewed head-on, it is broader, making it a good choice for holding stems in place. I neglected to photograph it from that angle so you’ll just have to take my word for it.
The Rhododendron ‘Ilia Cerise’ and its bold foliage dominate here, with a color echo from the Ribes and the light touch of a few stems of Narcissus ‘Thalia’.
If we zoom in, we can appreciate a stem of bleeding heart and one of Brunnera.
I have to point the camera right at the delicate Epimedium blooms to see them in a photo. Our eyes are much better at picking up these details in real life. Every Monday, you can check out vase art from around the blogosphere by visiting Cathy at Rambling in the Garden. I wouldn’t miss it, even when I fail to join in the fun.
Lovely vase of spring favorites Ricki!
Thanks, Susie. It’s always a challenge to include all the beauties that spring sends our way.
It’s a lovely vase containing lovely contents (most of which, of course I can’t grow). I’m currently fixated on Epimediums, not that I have a chance in hell of growing them here.
But there are so many things you can grow that we can’t.
You’re so right about the camera versus our eyes!!! I love Epimediums, just wish I could grow them, it is too hot for them here I think and I’ve never seen them for sale.
Epimediums (Bishop’s Hats) are very popular here…ne of the few things that will grow reliably in dry shade.
A lovely combination, Ricki. The angelic ‘Thalia’ and delicate epimedium are a perfect counter balance to the rhododendron.
‘Thalia’ is my all-time favorite Narcissus.
Thanks, Beth…spring brings so much to work with.
Colors are just right, and the vase is just as good.
Oh,. Hoov…you are too kind.
What thoughtful praise…thank you!
what Alyse said – a vase of flowers to linger on and enjoy.
what Alyse said – a vase of flowers to linger on and enjoy.
High praise from a designer I admire…thanks!