~ “Colors are the smiles of Nature”
~ Leigh Hunt
Feeling brave for the first time to share my working silhouette during this container gardening experience with my lovely blog friends. Local talented Doctor Ashley Heintz practices acupuncture out of her office, that I tried successfully last week for the first time and the porch needed a bit of sprucing up.
The Doctor took a picture of me from inside her office window, LOL, unbeknownst to me, while I was in my element.
Since it is December, local nurseries carry specific stock of plants and not reordering until next year, but somehow this was meant to be. When I came to research what is available, currently, they were unpacking new shipment that came in right that day. It is so nice to purchase flowers that are fresh and will adapt to your own environment for longer periods of time.

Did you know there are in excess of 150 varieties of Poinsettia to adorn your home with seasonal flair? According to research, they are not poisonous to humans or pets. either.
Poinsettias are native to Mexico and were introduced to the U.S. in 1825 by the botanist named Joe Poinsett.
Office wall before the “dressing up” part and existing empty flower containers.
Right after 🙂
Now its time to brag 🙂 Here is Doctor Hentz’ testimony:
This is my beautiful friend Luda@PlantsandBeyond. She has a passion and love for plant life that rivals your love for your dog. A week ago she was leaving my office and insisted I let her redo my wilted plants. She had real sadness and despair for the state of my old plants, a fungus had invaded and they were completely malnourished. I had no idea. She brought me these gorgeous flowering plants that will flourish in the shade on the walkway in front of my office.
She can do this for you too because this is her business. She plans, designs, provides and plants flora catered to thrive in the environment of your home or business. She is an artist an expert and a genuine pure heart.
Well, that has melted my heart and I so want to share that with you guys.
Have an absolutely multicolored day, my dear friends.
Luda@PlantsandBeyond🌿
The images listed here all belong to Luda @PlantsandBeyond.com
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Looking lovely!
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Thank you, Lisa🌿
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Who would have believed a pot of dirt could become such a wonderful canvas. Your artistry with “natures smiles: is fantastic.🙏🙏❤🌹🌹
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What a beautiful way you describe it, Mr. Mel. Wish I could be so lyrical. Thank you very much for such a loving and kind message. You made my morning.
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Beautiful as always and good to catch a glimpse of you too. You bring a new life to plants and gardens.
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:))))))))) Thank you so much , Nanette. Don’t know what possessed me to share the planting image 😉 but glad its a positive thing.
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Your post are always positive and uplifting.
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Beautiful, love what you did Luda xx
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Awww- thank you, Lilly🤗🌷🤗☀️🌿
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Wow! What a wonderful testimony for your gardening skill, Luda!
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Thank you very much, Peter.
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Pretty. And the plants are quite nice too.
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Lol! Thank you, Ark!!!🌿
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Hiiiii Luda…how nice to see you 🙂 🙂 Plants look great!!
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Haha! Omg – it took so much for me to do this ;)) Thank you, Sophie for your support 💚☀️💚
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You are lovely and it was so nice to see you…I know how hard it was I went through the same thing before posting my photo.
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Thank you so so so much, Sophie. Your encouragement means a lot to me.
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Huge hugs Ludaaaa
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So pretty!
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Thank you sweet Val!!!
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So colorful and pretty good 🌸🌺
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Thank you, Ramy✨💐✨
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These look stunning! I particular like the Coleus plants. They would lift the spirits of any grey winter’s day.
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Thank you, Piglet in Portugal so much✨💚💐💚✨
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What a beautiful display of Christmas cheer! Nothing can uplifts our spirits like some beautiful and colorful flowers! Thank you for sharing! I cannot wait to get my poinsettia now! 🙂 ❤
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Awww, thank you, Amira so much!!!!!!! Let me know what colors you will select 🙂
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I think I may go for the two tone one, with deep pink mixed with a cream color. The first picture of this link: https://www.kremp.com/blog/holidays/the-different-colors-of-poinsettias
🙂
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You have beautiful hair!
I love Coleus. I have several.
I have no luck with Poinsettias.
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Wow, never would have thought of that, but really appreciate that, Victoria. Which coleus do you have and which part of the world you are There are several factors that contribute to Poinsettia’s thriving
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I have the coleus that have bright green leaves & pink, purple or white center streaks and, the muted green leaves with wide red centers. I couldn’t tell you the Latin names.
I am in North Carolina.
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Your containers are beautiful! Thanks for opening up and sharing your experience.
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:)))))))))) Than kyou so much, Donna. It means a lot.
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Love them. So close to nature. Thanks for sharing. Keep Glittering, love TGA by Misha 👍😊
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Great artistry and such a wonderful presentation of flowers. Lovely.
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Thank you so much for your visit and lovely comment.
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Welcome dear.
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You look as though you’re really in the ‘flow’ of your work and the result is lovely 🙂
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Thank you, Andrea – I really transport to another realm when deal with plants and stay happy for a long time ;)🌿☀️🌿
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You and your work are beautiful. The display and gesture are really nice… thank you for sharing.
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Absolutely Beautiful. Please, Keep up the good work.
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Thank you for making my evening !💚🌿✨🌿💚
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Such a beautiful job Luda! You are amazing 🙂
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That is very sweet , Lisa. Thank you for brightening my morning, my dear friend 🍭❤️🌿☀️💚🌷💖🍭
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