It’s almost the end of September, so it’s about time I shared this month’s bouquet — a sweet little surprise from the hubs. Like last month’s myrtle branch, these blossoms didn’t come from the grocery store. Since this is likely our last month of backyard blooms, we took advantage and clipped some of the season’s final flowers. I especially love the delicate pink flowering sedum that grows around our back patio. We inherited it with the house and later transplanted some after we upgraded the patio for our backyard wedding. Here are my free flowers arranged in a soft pink vase on the living room console:
The great thing about sedum is that its leaves and stems resemble a small aloe — they are succulents and feel full of gel. Because they retain moisture so well, they hold up in dry weather and are incredibly hardy. We gave them a rough transplant and they bounced back quickly. Cut stems also last a long time indoors; mine have stayed fresh for weeks, so they work beautifully as cut flowers too.
Many of our favorite bouquets stick to a similar palette and texture — a monochromatic, layered look that mirrors our home decor. I also like pairing blooms with vases in matching tones. Pale pink flowers in a soft pink vase create a gentle, cohesive look that I can’t get enough of.
Blooming season is winding down here in Virginia, so next month we’ll probably pick up a few affordable grocery-store bouquets again. How about you — have you gathered any cheerful flowers from your yard or bought any from a local shop? What flowers are on your “yes please” list this month? We’d love to hear.
If you’d like to see more of our bouquets, check out earlier months for simple, budget-friendly arrangements and backyard finds.