Thursday, July 4, 2013

Summer flowers

I always incorporate zinnias and other flowers in the kitchen garden. They not only attract bees for pollination but also bring such a vibrancy and life to any garden For me, zinnias are like living fireworks. Each time I walk into my kitchen garden, their vibrant colors always bring a smile to my face. I thought zinnias are the perfect flowers to arrange and celebrate July 4th. 


Happy July 4th everyone!


As I was cutting zinnias from the kitchen garden, I noticed there were beans in bunches hanging from the plant. I couldn't help but add them to the arrangement to bring the garden to the table as well as add a whimsical touch.









For more memorable centerpieces, tablescapes, and recipes (including vegetarian, gluten free and vegan recipes), please check out my books, Entertaining From an Ethnic Indian Kitchen and Trader Joe's Simply Indian at my website komalinunna.com.


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12 comments:

  1. The beans look really cool with the zinnias. Pretty pitcher the arrangement is in, too!

    Linking from Fresh Cut Friday,
    Ricki Jill

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  2. Such a simple fun idea. I love it!
    Thank you so much for joining Fresh-Cut Friday! I'm so glad you did:)

    Have a great weekend!
    ~Liz

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  3. I love the zinnias, the beans and the pretty pitcher..
    Over from Pink Sat.

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  4. Oh how lovely. My senior mom and I love fresh flowers as well - both from our gardening activities and from the store. :) Thanks for a lovely visit for Pink Saturday.

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  5. Hi. I have got a very small pond in my garden and I have planted a few lotus plants. But I am having a mosquito problem. Is there a way to ward off the mosquitos

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  6. Hi. I have a small pond in my garden and I have planted a few lotus plants but am having a mosquito problem? Is there a way to ward off the mosquitos

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    1. You can plant some mosquito repellent plants to ward off mosquitos. I would plant plants such as citronella mosquito plant, lemon grass and lemon thyme. Here is an article you will find interesting: http://pinterest.com/pin/209417451395695103/
      Hope this helps.

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  7. What happy, pretty fellows, and the beans add a sweet charm to the bouquet. I love the colors singing a tune only fresh flowers can sing.

    Blessings for a delightfully pink Saturday,

    Marianne

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  8. Zinnias are, indeed, a happy flower. Mine are just starting to bloom. and i can't wait until they're teady to cut.

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  9. Such a gorgeous bouquet. I love Zinnias and the colors are so beautiful. Thanks for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  11. Your flowers always brighten my days. Thank you for the beautiful inspiration

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