Summer Entertaining
Southern Socials
Shasta Daisy
Although the brightly colored social butterflies, gerberas, have long be a favorite flower to use when entertaining, Shasta Daisies offer a warm, sweet welcome to guests that greet with a hug. And do not mistake them for the standard blooms that can be fetched from most any local market. Shasta Daisies are meant to be grown & nurtured in your own yard pairing well with a host of classic summer garden clippings. Its rich foliage emerges as an unassuming planting but over time, the stems make their journey towards the sun. Once the petals open, they pay homage to the gift with a glow that beams from the center of each bloom. Divide & divide again. Shasta Daisies are meant to be shared – just be certain a small portion of the root is left intact when digging & separating. Give them to friends & family or fill additional spaces in flower beds for an even larger impact the next growing season. Learn how these lovely flowers can spruce up entertaining spaces quickly.
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How To Navigate Shasta Daisies
Beautiful flower arrangements should change with the seasons so begin by choosing items currently in bloom. Savvy southerners know to have distinctive, indigenous garden varieties planted around their outdoor space that can be used for a number of occasions. These arrangements are designed to be effortless & fast to prepare since entertaining involves many fine details as the event draws closer. Start by choosing a selection of simple beverage glasses & vases with clean lines to really allow bouquets to shine. Shasta Daisies are always a good choice to use when entertaining as just a few stems are needed to really make spaces glow.
The Technique
Once you are familiar with several blooming plant & shrub varieties, making your own flower arrangements can be fun & fulfilling. If you don’t have these garden staples growing in your green space, select & plant one now from a local nursery to use in a number of lovely ways.
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The Profile
Alaska Shasta Daisy
Alaska Shasta Daisies are a carefree, easy to grow perennial. One of the most popular & reliable varieties, they showcase vibrant, sturdy foliage. Alaska Shasta Daisies bloom throughout the summer months on stems the can reach anywhere from 2 to 3 feet high. Once snipped, these stunners offer a long-lasting show where ever you choose to display them. When planting, pick a location that receives good light but shade during the hottest portion of the day to keep them looking their finest.
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The Yard Arrangement
Shasta Daisies make beautiful arrangements & just a few stems can be used to create small bursts of sunshine throughout spaces. Choose ceramic vases & glasses with clean lines. Snip & gather blooms early in the morning. Invert the flowers & give them a little shake to remove any tiny garden creatures. Cut the stems low enough so that the blooms rest on the lip of the vase. Tuck in a few additional garden favorites such as Lambs Ear, Hosta, Victoria Blue Salvia, Creeping Jenny & Southern Shield Fern for variety. The soft color palate offers a cool, sweet look to party spaces when summer temperatures are scorching. Use the flowers around your home on side tables, vanities & kitchen islands.
The Tune
“Pennies From Heaven” Billie Holiday
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