These little violas (I think they are 'Blue Blotch') have been flowering merrily since I planted them in April. The flowers may be small, but bunch a few together and that powerful colour brightens the day.
Speaking of blue and purple flowers, in her book Flower Decoration in the House (1907), Gerturde Jekyll advised her readers not to use them on the dining table as the evening light drained their colour. I plucked that tip from Gardening Women: Their Stories from 1600 to the Present by Catherine Horwood.
It's ten minutes till five. I've been at work since quarter of seven, the day has been hard. I wander blissfully through these brilliant flowers, drenched in saturated color, as purple as purple can be. And I find myself refreshed. Thank you!
Posted by: Ruth M. | 28 November 2012 at 09:39 PM
Glad to be of service, Ruth!
Posted by: Cornflower | 29 November 2012 at 09:17 AM
I saw a little sprig struggling determinedly through the tarmac the other day at work and the sight and the beautiful colour really lifted my spirits.
thanks for sharing
martine
Posted by: Martine | 02 December 2012 at 08:56 PM