Orchids and Ikebana

I have been growing orchids for 15+ years now. In 2008, I took my first lesson in Sogetsu Ikebana. For me, growing orchids and creating Ikebana arrangements are my meditation. I created this blog to share my pictures and ideas with you. It is like my JOURNAL and helps me keep track of my progress.

Sunday, March 10, 2013

2013 The Philadelphia International Flower Show -Brilliant- (1 )

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Brilliant! is the theme. The 2013 Philadelphia International Flower Show (3/2-3/10) "glows with the majestic beauty and creative geniu...
Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Japanese Quince (Quince Japonica)

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I love Japanese quince very much. I always like to force it to flower, starting in early February. It takes about two to three weeks, su...

Simplified Arrangement - (Book 4-8)

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This is my third time making the same assignment. Again, trying to make an arrangement as simple as possible, such as finding the perfect ma...
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Thursday, February 28, 2013

"Hearts" MWGC - February Little Show

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 Martha Washington Garden Club meeting was held 2/27/2013 (4th week Wednesday). For February Little Show design is " Hearts". A ...
Tuesday, February 26, 2013

"Spring in the Air" Idea for Raffled Flower Arrangement

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Taiwanese Association of America, New Jersey Chapter 40th annual Lunar New Year party was held on 2/23/2013 at the Mercer Oaks Country Clu...

BCOS - Show Table

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Bucks County Orchid Society meeting was held on 2/21/2013 (3rd week Thursday). Many members brought their blooming orchids to the meeting th...
Monday, February 18, 2013

Calltleya Orchid in Ikebana

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During this time of year, I like to force Japanese Quince and Forsythia branches to bloom for their delicate and beautiful flowers. Their li...
Saturday, February 16, 2013

Cymbidium Orchid in Ikebana

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Most of my Cymbidiums are blooming right now. Each stem has many flowers. I cut a couple of them to use for my Ikebana arrangement. Whic...
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Friday, February 8, 2013

L' Amor - Love is Here

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 I choose pink daisy like Chrysanthemums for my Valentine's Day arrangement instead of traditional red roses.  I hope you like it. Be my...
Saturday, February 2, 2013

HAIKU -- ORCHID

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 My first Haiku - Orchid : The bloom brings me smile, The fading saddens my heart. That's cycle of life. Cat. "Spring snow...
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