The Hyacinth bells shall ring...

In early January, The Flower Shop is all about cleaning up, restocking and redressing windows and displays in preparation for Valentine's and the upcoming year ahead. We see a move away from the reds and gold of Christmas and more of a move towards the likes of white, green, blues and yellow.

It may be cold, wet and murky outside but take a step into The Flower Shop and you’ll notice Spring is making its presence felt! Take a good look at our floral designs, take a deep breath and smell the fresh spring flowers and why not take a bunch of tulips or more with you too! :)

I feel this poem by Ralph W. Emerson sums up the season perfectly! Enjoy!...

FLOWER CHORUS

O such a commotion under the ground,

When March called: "Ho! There! ho!"

Such spreading of rootlets far and wide,

Such whisperings to and fro!

"Are you ready?" the Snowdrop asked,

"'Tis time to start, you know."

"Almost, my dear!" the Scilla replied,

"I'll follow a soon as you go."

The "Ha! ha! ha!" the chorus came

Of laughter sweet and low,

From millions of flowers under the ground,

Yes, millions beginning to grow.

"I'll promise my blossoms, " the Crocus said,

When I hear the blackbird sing."

And straight thereafter the Narcissus cried,

My silver and gold I'll bring."

"And ere they are dulled," another spoke,

"The Hyacinth bells shall ring."

But the violet only Murmured, "I'm here,"

And sweet grew the air of Spring.

O the pretty brave things, thro' the coldest days

Imprisoned in walls of brown,

They never lost heart tho' the blast shrieked loud,

And the sleet and the hail came down;

But patiently each wrought her wonderful dress,

Or fashioned her beautiful crown,

And now they are coming to lighten the world

till shadowed by winter's frown.

And well may they cheerily laugh "Ha! ha!"

In laughter sweet and low,

The millions of flowers under the ground,

Yes, millions beginning to grow.

Ralph W. Emerson, 1803-1882

       

Over and out for now,

Holly J