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Friday, January 23, 2015

My Bargain Bulbs


I was at Wal Mart a few days after Christmas and beside the check out stand they had these boxes of bulbs left over from the holidays.
 
So, I bought one of Paperwhites and one Amaryllis.
 
 
When I got home and opened the boxes, the amaryllis had already grown outside of the box.  I didn't know if it would still bloom or not.  These were amazing in that they had a little block of loam in the bottom which you added a cup of water to and it instantly filled the flower pot with rich dirt.  So, I planted the bulbs and quite honestly, I was not even sure I put them in right side up.
 
A gardener I am not!!
 
But, the amaryllis stem started growing like a weed.  There were two stalks of the amaryllis.  It just grew almost overnight.
 
 
This one stalk had four huge flowers on it.
 
Hurray!  I spent four dollars for both boxes and I have certainly enjoyed them both.
 
I have been under the weather all week with a respiratory virus which included a trip to the Urgent Care.  They of course, tested me for the Flu - which I did not have.  So, I've just had the fever, coughing and sneezing all week and have spent most of it in bed.  Bella loves for me to spend that much time in bed.  LOL She does expect me to get up and let her out occasionally and feed her.
 
But, I think I am on the mend and really do need to get busy updating my Etsy shop for Spring.
 
Judy
 
 
 


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31 comments:

  1. SImple and Serene LivingJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:39 PM

    Both flowers are beautiful, Judy. I am so sorry that you have been so sick. I hope that you are feeling better soon. xo Laura

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  2. Helen PhilippsJanuary 23, 2015 at 1:45 PM

    That beautiful amaryllis really wanted to grow! It is gorgeous and so are the paper whites. I am so sorry that you have been ill, dear Judy. I hope you feel much better soon, and enjoy lots more rest this weekend with Bella beside you.
    Helen xox

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  3. Rita C at PanoplyJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:32 PM

    Judy, your flowers are gorgeous. I've also been under the weather all week with the same thing, and mine also was negative for flu strains A & B. Just waiting now to try to feel better. Ugh.

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  4. SusieJanuary 23, 2015 at 3:34 PM

    Judy, Those nice blooms may have helped you thru your bad cold time. Funny how Bella enjoyed the extra lying around time. LOL. Pets are so funny. Hope you are feeling much improved. I have been thinking of you. Ready to see the new ideas you come up with for your shop. Blessings dear friend, xoxo,Susie

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:02 PM

    wow, wow , wow, that is a beauty!!!!

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  6. Marilyn McLeod @ Pink Paper CottageJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:04 PM

    Beautiful flowers! I have never grown indoor bulbs but these definitely inspire me. The red is so bright and cheery.. just what you need when you've been down and in bed. I'm glad you have Bella to keep you company. I hope you feel better soon. I always enjoy your blog posts and going over to take a peek at your Etsy shop.

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  7. Brenda PruittJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:05 PM

    I told you which end of the bulbs to face up, but looks like you got it right! No, you're not a gardener, my friend. But you sure are a decorator and a seamstress. And I know you're itching to get back to it. So rest up. Tell Bella the current circumstances are not permanent. (She will probably sulk.) And let's get out and do something soon!
    Brenda

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  8. StaceyJanuary 23, 2015 at 4:38 PM

    Get swell sweet Judy.

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  9. BevJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:06 PM

    Those are beautiful! Glad you're feeling better! XO

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  10. Linda @ A La CarteJanuary 23, 2015 at 5:13 PM

    Judy, the flowers are beautiful and so cheerful this time of year. Glad to hear you are feeling better!
    hugs,
    Linda

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  11. Amy at love made my homeJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:27 PM

    So sorry to hear that you have had the ickies. I hope that you are feeling much better soon and that your beautiful flowers cheer you in the meantime. Take care of yourself. xx

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  12. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJanuary 23, 2015 at 6:57 PM

    Such beautiful blooms and a nice surprise for these gloomy winter days. Hope you're feeling better soon Judy.

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:15 PM

    Hi Judy! I'm so sorry to hear you are so sick! Prayers that you'll be all well soon. Your flowers are just beautiful! I'm never grown an amaryllis! Take care of yourself.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  14. Vel CristeJanuary 23, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    Hope you continue to feel better, I'm sure your flowers are helping you a lot. :-)

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  15. Elderberry-RobJanuary 24, 2015 at 12:52 AM

    Get well soon, keep cosy. Your amarylis is beautiful - hope the other bulbs are as successful, Betty

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  16. UnknownJanuary 24, 2015 at 7:10 AM

    I gave amaryllis bulbs like that to my grandchildren when they were younger. The children loved watching them grow & bloom. I also gave one to an elderly lady & she loved it too.

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  17. TheresaJanuary 24, 2015 at 7:29 AM

    Feel better my friend! Those blooms are gorgeous! Sending HUGS and Prayers for healing your way!

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  18. MeredithJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:21 AM

    Judy, I have an amaryllis growing right now too. I bought it from Walmart after Christmas for $#. I wasn't sure it would grow and it was dormant for a few weeks, suddenly it is sprouting. Enjoy your burst of color.
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  19. MontanagirlJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    Those Amaryllis blooms are eye-popping beautiful! I'm glad you're feeling better too.

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  20. Joy@aVintageGreenJanuary 24, 2015 at 1:53 PM

    Amaryllis make the day brighter. It always amazes me that they produce so many blossoms. Hugs.
    Joy

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  21. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryJanuary 24, 2015 at 6:30 PM

    I got an Amaryllis for Christmas from the little guy that I watch after school. It is growing like crazy but no blooms on it yet. Your's is beautiful.
    Hope you are feeling better - take care of your self. I know my dogs love when I stay in bed - they are right there with me being bed heads. LOL
    Feel better my friend - you have had a lot on your plate - rest and relax.

    Hugs and well wishes
    Mary

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  22. Vicky HuntJanuary 24, 2015 at 7:58 PM

    Beautiful! My mom grown the most gorgeous red amaryllis lilies every year. They are enormous! Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving me a sweet comment. I am off to browse your blog now...:) Have a blessed and beautiful rest of the weekend.

    Blessings, Vicky

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  23. Teresa@magazineyourhomeJanuary 24, 2015 at 9:55 PM

    Wow, the amaryllis is beautiful! Hope you are feeling better, glad you didn't have the flu.

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  24. StephanieJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:12 PM

    Oh how beautiful! I am not a gardener either....I tend to kill flowers rather than nurture them {sad, I know}. I am sorry you have not been feeling well, but am very glad to hear you're doing better :)

    Hugs to you!

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  25. JunkchiccottageJanuary 24, 2015 at 10:23 PM

    How beautiful Judy. I think you might be a gardner too with all your other talents you made those Amaryllis grow and bloom beautifully. Sorry you are under the weather. Sending healing prayers and wishes to you. Rest and feel better.
    Kris

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  26. Petite Plangonophile au chocolatJanuary 25, 2015 at 4:45 AM

    Who said that you weren't a gardener. Way to go Judy! Beautiful flowers.
    Take good care of yourself.

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  27. sweetbriardreamsJanuary 25, 2015 at 5:36 AM

    Sorry to hear you have been poorly. Take care of yourself and enjoy those gorgeous blooms! xx

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  28. SoniaJanuary 25, 2015 at 10:03 AM

    Amazing that so much beauty comes out of an unattractive bulb. Mine are just starting to bloom...so pretty when everything outside is dead. Hope you get to feeling better soon!
    Miss Bloomers

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  29. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseJanuary 25, 2015 at 2:03 PM

    That amaryllis is amazing! The colour is gorgeous.

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  30. AnnJanuary 25, 2015 at 5:56 PM

    Hi Judy! I'm not sure if you know this or not but once your amaryllis bulb has bloomed and died back you can plant it in the ground. Completely cover it with soil. It may or may not do anything the first year but after that it should take off and give you lots of great color. Of course, I live in Georgia where the weather is much warmer so I may be steering you wrong(I hope not). My mom has been doing this for years. Not only do they bloom every year but they multiply. I purchased 10 bulbs after Christmas at Wal-Mart too. About half have already bloomed. I am going to be planting along the fence of my flower garden. Feel better real soon!!

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  31. Sunny Simple LifeJanuary 25, 2015 at 9:08 PM

    Oh how beautiful the flowers are. We have been warm here. 83 today. I had to get out some shorts. False spring for the garden.

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