Art of Life – If we could see the miracle of a single flower clearly, our whole life would change – anon
Last week I was sent some beautiful Orchids to review and style in my home. They were sent form Orchid Info The Art of Life which is a collaborative orchid campaign from pot orchid growers across the Netherlands They have joined forces under the banner of ‘Art of Life’ to inspire and inform you about the versatility of orchids and their use.
I have to say they needed no styling from me. You cannot improve upon perfection. Wherever they have been placed they have added a beauty and serenity to my home. Let me show you how beautiful they are in their own stunning simplicity. And take a look here some great tips on keeping orchids
Doesn’t it look like hundreds of butterflies have just landed on this plant?
This orchid was like a burst of sunshine wherever I put it.
Orchids – Art of Life
And the best thing about Orchids. They flower again and again and again, making them a favourite that just keeps on giving with the beauty of a delicate flower but the resilience of a plant.
3 of my favourite orchid facts
Colourful lady; Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet: orchids come in literally all the colours of the rainbow. There are also brown and white varieties, together with an enormous range of colour shades and combinations. There are even orchids with a metallic sheen! There is also a legend that says that somewhere deep in the jungle there is a very rare black orchid.
Brazilian kiss; In Brazil orchids are often given as a gift to a beloved. Each flower then represents a kiss.
Petals and sepals; The orchid is generally easy to recognise. The flowers have three petals and three sepals. The central petal is also called the ‘lip’, because it sticks out. This is handy for insects: they use this ‘landing strip’ to access the heart of the flower. The lip often has extravagant colours and markings in order to attract the right insects.
Do you want to see how they look around my house?
I like to pick out colours from objects nearby that echo in the flowers
Aren’t they just fabulous!
Orchids – Art of Life
Orchids are beautiful! They make great housewarming/thank you gifts too 🙂
I love orchids, I’ve got four in my flat and they’re utterly beautiful. Grandad got one of those yellow ones for his 85th birthday and I had never seen them before. They they remind me a little of rapeseed plants x
So beautiful. I am kind of jinxed when it comes to orchids and never last long in this house. Such a shame as they are so very pretty.
Beautiful flowers Becky! Beautiful!
They are fabulous you are right, and for the life, colour and beauty they bring into you home they are great value for money too. I so want to fill my home with orchids like you!!