Planting for a Summer Garden full of blooms

 

Here's the entrance to the Castle in Belgium where Floralia Exhibition is held. This Gardens was planned with the help of the Dutch Bulb and Flower Growers. It is approximately 1 and a half hours drive over from Holland.

Spectacular displays of Spring bulbs were to be seen everywhere, some were a tad bit damaged by the unusual cold temperatures. Note the skilful combination of Colours.

 

Such soft colours of Narcissus! It is truly inspiring to visit this Exhibition.

Oh to have such a pathway to stroll down! I love the green mossiness that seems to be on all the trees.

and this Archway....you can imagine Ladies promenading under this arch, twirling their parasols.....

There are spectacular Floral displays in the Greenhouses, here you can see the Gloriosa Lilies which were bought at  the auctions, they are to be used in the massive displays of Floral art throughout the Exhibitions. I think I read somewhere that they change the flowers every Friday....10,000 of them.

Here are some of the floral displays being constructed.

As you leave the grounds, there is a Shop selling all the bulbs you have just seen planted on the grounds.

Ranunculus - one of my favourite flowers! Upon asking the experts on site...."What is the trick to growing freesias, ranunculus and anemones? I was informed that these bulbs are tricky and very hard... so the suggestion was made to soak  bulbs in some water before planting.

Hmmm...will have to try this..

Thanks to our Tour guides, Ron from Floraculture International, and our other wonderful Tour Guide, Ed.


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Open Wednesday through Sunday.
Wed. 11-5. Thurs. Noon-6. Fri. 11-6. Sat. 11-5. Sun. Noon-5

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Have a plant -inspired day!!

Mother's Day 2012, Camellia's, Thunder Bay

Mother's Day is coming up ..it's this Sunday, May 13th. 2012.

When I say "Mother" what images and thoughts are popping up in your mind? Here's a photo of my lovely Mum...

How has your Mum influenced who you are today? What sort of things did your Mum teach you? 

Make sure to leave a comment on this post, and if you're in the Thunder Bay area, you will be entered in  the draw for a Memories photo frame.

What are you doing for Mum on Sunday?  If your mum  lives in Thunder Bay, but you don't, you can call us at 1-807-475-3551 or toll-free within Canada to order a Gift to be delivered to her. 

A vase of Fresh Flowers is always a nice Gift. 

Your mummy probably loves to Garden, so send her a locally grown collection of potted plants,  which she can enjoy all Summer long. We have Geraniums, Kangaroo Paw, and Spanish Lavender, to name a few.

There are wonderful Spa baskets to pamper her... with useful things such as  Hot Flash mist.. and Foot Butters for keeping her heels soft....

We have so much instore at Camellia's  - Purses, pashminas, and locally made jewellery

Come Visit Camellias ! Open Wednesday through Sunday. 

Wed. 11-5, Thurs. 12-6, Fri. 11-6. Sat 11-5. Sun. 12-5

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We've just returned from Holland, here's a peek at what we saw.... more to follow in a later blog post...

Remember to leave a comment below to enter the draw..

Thanks for visiting !    Camille

Roots and Shoots at Camellia's, Thunder Bay

It's Spring and we're so excited about bright colours and Gardens and Blooms.....

New Life...new shoots..roots...leaves opening up ....

Camellia's - OPEN Wednesday May 9th, 11-5 . We are open Wednesday through Sunday. Remember Mom on Mother's Day, which is this Sunday, May 13th. 2012

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Touring Keukenhof Gardens in Holland

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It's Spring in Holland! Rain, rain and more rain!
The cooler temperatures are a benefit to Keukenhof - the Tulips   have never looked more beautiful.
We have been busy touring and are finally getting around to looking at the many photos we have taken.
Enjoy them!
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Willow trees and Golden Retrievers

Willow trees, the first ones to get their leaves in the Spring...and the last ones to lose their leaves.

Look at those fat buds, getting ready to burst into leaf.

Benji the Golden had just been washed and groomed. He went out for 5 minutes and rolled in a patch of spilled motor oil. Needless to say, we were not impressed with His Smelliness.

Which is where the Sheep come into the picture, I threatened to replace him with the sheep.

Here is the culprit , busy trying to talk his way out of it!!

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Camellia's - Come visit us in the Country!!
We will be OPEN this week on Wed. 11-5, and Thurs. Noon-6.

After that, we will be blogging live from an exciting location!!

We will reopen on May 9th. 2012

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Spring at Camellia's, Thunder Bay, Ontario

Are you a person that loves Spring? I am beside myself in the Springtime, robins returning, geese and ducks in the pond, Dutch bulbs sprouting in the garden, flowers....., and bright Spring colours of lime, orange , and poiiiiip..ple ( as my niece would say for purple.)

How about you, do you Love Spring?

Spring bulbs are so pre....eeeeety!! They lift you up...and the smell....

Forsythia and Tamarack Wreath, made right here at Camellia's.

We have a great selection of water repellent and stain resistant tablecloths. Good for outdoors or indoors.

We are in love with Birds - so nice to hear them cheeping outside at dawn.

Who wouldn't love Paris in the Spring time! We have so many Paris inspired linens and cushions - all custom made in Canada, in washable hopsack.




Visit Camellia's - OPEN Wed. April 11, 2012 11-5,
Thurs. Noon-4.45 . Fri. 11-6. Sat. 11-5. Sun. Noon-5.

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30 Hacquoil Rd. Oliver Paipoonge, On.
South on Hwy. 61, Left on Hacquoil Rd. (just past Little Norway Road)
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Spring Flowers & Gifts, Thunder Bay

Spring & Easter - send that special someone flowers or potted plants from The Camellia. We deliver in Thunder Bay and area. Call (807)475-3551, or toll-free at 1-877-523-7444. Potted bulb dishgardens are a fragrant Gift.

Close-up of the potted ranunculus. So pretty!

Faux flowers. For a corporate Gift, or for someone in hospital or in a Nursing Home.

Tulips in a vase - simple, yet elegant.

Hyacinths are so fragrant, and they keep on giving. You can plant the bulbs in the garden after they are finished blooming.

Farmhouse Lemon Verbena - ideal for Spring cleaning.

Camellia's - 30 Hacquoil Rd. Open Wednesday through Sunday.
Thurs. 12-5, Fri. 11-3, Sat. 11-5. Sun. 12-4.
O P E N Easter weekend - Sat. April 7, 2012, 11-4.30, Sun. April 8, 2012 , 12-4
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