Sunday 20 November 2011

First Dahlias Flowering




Earlier in the year I was so impressed by the pretty Dahlias one of my clients had flowering in her garden, I decided to plant some in our garden for this Summer.  About 4 1/2 weeks ago we planted 60 Dahlia Bulbs and this week I cut my very first bunch.  My Mum and my Grandmother and Aunty came over yesterday afternoon and each of them picked their own large bunch to take home.  It really is such a joy to be able to give flowers from my garden to my family and friends.  I can't wait for the Asters and Zinnias to flower in the week ahead...
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33 comments:

  1. Sharnel20 November 2011 at 10:17

    Absolutely beautiful!

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  2. Anonymous20 November 2011 at 11:45

    These are gorgeous - I can't wait for the day when I can finally start to plant up my own yard with beautiful flowers!

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  3. Kate Lewis20 November 2011 at 12:51

    Very lovely!

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  4. gen [at] WILLOWfragrance20 November 2011 at 14:09

    love love love!

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  5. KL20 November 2011 at 14:12

    These are stunning!
    kl

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  6. Sydney Steenland20 November 2011 at 15:06

    Buying flowers is great, but getting them from the garden is priceless!
    Sarah x

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  7. Kerry20 November 2011 at 16:26

    Gorgeous pic, love all the bright natural summer colours :)
    Kerry x
    http://kerry-dreams.blogspot.com/

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  8. Alecia @ Tchotchkes etc.20 November 2011 at 17:27

    oh they are just divine! not only are they cheaper when they come from your own garden but so much more satisfying. I've planted roses & hydrangeas this spring and can't wait to be able to give them to friends in the years ahead.

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  9. Angie20 November 2011 at 20:42

    They are absolutely beautiful!!
    I wish i had more of a green thumb - i am struggling with just a little potplant!
    Hope you had a great weekend!

    Angie
    http://aisforlove.blogspot.com

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  10. Helen20 November 2011 at 22:26

    I wonder if dahlias can cope with being in a city apartment garden... the colour of these are so amazing, very envious!

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  11. Anne-Marie @ 10 Rooms21 November 2011 at 00:10

    nothing is better than cutting from your own garden... such simple pleasure. That's a beautiful image.

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  12. pve design21 November 2011 at 01:08

    My daughter and I and a friend planted 150 bulbs. I can hardly wait for Spring to see them pop up!
    Love your beautiful blooms!
    pve

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  13. Brown Button Trading21 November 2011 at 10:53

    Heaven in a vase Anna! Dahlias are my favourite. Can't believe you only planted them 4 1/2 weeks ago - wow! Hope you are well bella, i'll email you soon xx

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  14. Stuart Membery Home Collection21 November 2011 at 15:07

    Anna - always impressed with yr snap taking ability - another great pic!!!

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  15. BrennaLu21 November 2011 at 17:02

    Wow this is such a beautiful photograph!
    Please check out my fashion blog and follow it if you like!
    xx

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  16. Emma21 November 2011 at 18:10

    I don't know what I like more... the fabulous flowers or your outfit! x

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  17. First House on the Right21 November 2011 at 19:00

    Can't believe how quickly they flowered, wonderful! Nx

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  18. Shell Sherree21 November 2011 at 20:04

    Oh my gosh, these are sensational, Anna! You must have been so chuffed, being able to give these glorious blooms to your loved ones. Enjoy the unfolding flowering spectacle over the coming weeks.

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  19. Paint Me White21 November 2011 at 21:32

    Gorgeous!!

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  20. Debra Turner22 November 2011 at 02:41

    Anna, I'm such a warm weather person, but alas, I live in the Western Hemisphere and won't see it for the next 6 months. I'll have to visit here while I wait for warmth and all the greenery and pretty flowers to return.

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  21. Rebecca22 November 2011 at 07:15

    Dahlias are my fav!

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  22. Sal22 November 2011 at 14:43

    Dahlias are some of my absolute favorites! I love love LOVE your blog, Anna! So beautiful in every way- keep up the great work!

    I love flowers so much as well- most weeks I put a "blooms" post on my blog of the arrangements I make for my apartment.

    Hope you can make it by!
    www.bluebonnetsforsal.com

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  23. Amanda (Small Acorns)22 November 2011 at 18:45

    They are so very luscious and beautiful Anna, and I can't believe how quickly they've grown. I've also planted lots this season but they are still a long way from the first bloom. Must be that lovely weather in Queensland as opposed to significantly less tropical Wellington! I'll just have to live vicariously through yours for a little while yet.

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  24. EL at home...22 November 2011 at 21:19

    How beautiful!! The clash of colours is just stunning!!

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  25. Anna Spiro22 November 2011 at 22:01

    I totally agree with you Sarah! There really is no comparison to freshly picked garden flowers!!
    xx
    Anna

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  26. Anna Spiro22 November 2011 at 22:02

    I wish I could grow Hydrangeas Alicia! I've tried but they just don't like me!! I'm thinking I need to plant some roses too as I haven't got any in my garden!!
    xx
    Anna

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  27. Anna Spiro22 November 2011 at 22:03

    Wow Patricia - 150! How exciting. Can't wait to see pictures!!
    xx
    Anna

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  28. Anna Spiro22 November 2011 at 22:03

    Not sure Helen but I'd give them a go. They are very hardy!
    xx
    Anna

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  29. Anna Spiro22 November 2011 at 22:04

    Thanks so much Sal. I'm glad you enjoy the blog!! I'll have to pop over and check yours out too!!

    xx
    Anna

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  30. Anna Spiro22 November 2011 at 22:05

    Hi Amanda, so great to see your comment. I often check-in on your beautiful blog! Loved your Sibella posts this week!

    xx
    Anna

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  31. Unknown23 November 2011 at 04:03

    Full of colors and positive things!! Love it!

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  32. Mary26 November 2011 at 11:35

    So refreshing!! It's great to see others enjoying summer as we head into winter. I'll be visiting summer a lot here in the next few months!

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  33. Katherine26 November 2011 at 16:06

    Wow, they're so pretty - love the colours, especially the yellow ones!

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