In a Vase on Monday: Slowly But Surely

Slowly but surely the ground is thawing.

Slowly but surely the days are lengthening.

Slowly but surely the Hyacinths I have in indoor pots are toppling over and need to be cut!

Thankfully it is Monday, and I am able to join Cathy at Rambling in the Garden with a vase for her wonderful meme.

This pretty pink Hyacinth smells lovely, but is a little overpowering and has been moved to another room for now. I added some dried Limonium and an Allium seedhead. Slowly but surely my collection of dried materials not yet used in vases is running low…

And slowly but surely I have had enough of winter. Some gentle snowfall might be nice, but some spring sunshine would be even nicer. We are currently at that muddy in-between stage. It feels good to have flowers indoors in January, but seeing some green shoots outside might be nice too. 🌷

I have a prop to go with my ‘shell’ vase this week! This tiny pewter snail is from my Mum’s collection of bits and pieces that she passed on to me for safekeeping last year. 🤭 He is slowly but surely heading for another potted plant nearby – must keep an eye on him! 🤣

Have your thoughts also started turning to spring yet? Or are you still enjoying winter?

Especially for the winter weary, take a look at Cathy’s post today for more vases to bring cheer – including some from warmer, sunnier climes.

Have a great week!



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