8 June 2011

Lilac time

I love lilacs.   I've managed to squeeze six lilac bushes into my tiny garden and when they're all blooming, the fragrance is wonderful!

The doubles seem to last longer as cut flowers.  Someone once told me to remove all the leaves before putting them in a vase because the leaves take the water away from the flowers.  Lilacs don't make the best cut flowers but I can't resist bringing a few inside and removing the leaves really works.  They'll last 4-5 days without the leaves.  I cut a few branches with just leaves to tuck into the arrangement.

Sadly, the lilacs have already faded.  I always want them to last longer but maybe if they did, I wouldn't appreciate them as much.  It's a long wait until next Spring!


12 comments:

  1. elena nuez8 June 2011 at 16:03

    there is a good deal of sensitivity and good taste here!
    Lynda thanks for these good moment!

    Have a nice evening,
    elena

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  2. Sherry8 June 2011 at 16:06

    lilacs never last long enough to satisfy me but there's no question when they are in full bloom they make me happy. And you take a mean photography there Ms. Naranjo!!! Loving, loving and I do mean loving your lilac photography!!!!

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  3. Rebecca Lewis8 June 2011 at 16:53

    My heart soares when they are in bloom! The season was much too short this year first with rain then heat, thank you for sharing yours to extend the season for me.

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  4. A New England Life8 June 2011 at 17:35

    I'm not sure if I've ever seen doubles before. I probably have but just don't recall. Your photos are so light and airy. I often try to get the same effect with my own photos but they come out dark. Maybe because I'm using a laptop.

    You're right, it is a long time until next spring! And June passes like lightening *sigh*

    Sharon

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  5. Sandra van Doorn8 June 2011 at 19:54

    how beautiful i love lilac so much...

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  6. Diane Sullivan Photography8 June 2011 at 21:37

    my very favorite springtime flower. And the smell is intoxicating. Beautiful pics. Thanks for sharing.

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  7. raydenzel19 June 2011 at 06:17

    Nicely done

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  8. Tracy9 June 2011 at 07:47

    Oh sooo LOVELY! I just adore lilacs, and wish they lasted longer. We have a very old while lilac in our garden, and it's always a joy to see in bloom. This spring though we were away during much of it's glory so feel we missed it... The blooms are heading well to the wayside now. Until next year then, we wait again... Your photos really capture the magic of lilacs, Lynda! Happy Days ((HUGS))

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  9. Vee9 June 2011 at 09:05

    You shall have to frame and hang a few of these romantic pictures to have your lilacs last. They truly are delightful...the only problem is that you'll have to use for imagination to recreate the scent.

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  10. Lisa Gordon9 June 2011 at 10:06

    These are absolutely gorgeous, and you have composed each so beautifully. Magnificent work!

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  11. tea time and roses9 June 2011 at 15:36

    Breathtakingly beautiful Dear Lynda! Lilacs are just lovely and you my friend have captured them in a most beautiful way. Absolutely beautiful!!

    Smiles♥

    Beverly

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  12. Laura9 June 2011 at 17:25

    These are incredibly lovely shots... you have really captured the beauty of one of my favorite flowers. I love the way you arranged your bouquet with varying shades of purple and white. Well done!!

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