My last newsletter of 2024 is here, and I’m so thankful for all the fun Blooming stories I’ve shared with you this year. From sunflower farms and prairie flower seed collections to poinsettia growing, every story has been a joy to research and write.
If you have ideas or topics you’d love me to cover in 2025, please send me a note—I look forward to hearing from you!
Two Thoughtful Gift Ideas for the Holidays
1st gift-
The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year
Author: Margaret Renkl
Hardcover Price: $18.99 on Amazon | Kindle also available
I first discovered The Comfort of Crows while listening to MPR’s Big Books & Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller. Margaret Renkl, a New York Times columnist, beautifully shared sections of her book, and her language was so rich I couldn’t resist ordering it immediately. Her writing transported me to her backyard, where she observes nature’s rhythms across 52 chapters—one for each week of the year.
This literary devotional is perfect for nature lovers, gardeners, or anyone needing a moment of peace. You won’t regret giving this book to a friend—or treating yourself!
2nd gift-
Garden Membership
A membership to your favorite garden is the perfect gift for the flower and nature lover in your life. Not only does it provide year-round access, but many memberships also include reciprocal benefits at 300+ gardens across the U.S. through the American Horticultural Society’s Reciprocal Admissions Program (90-mile exclusion rule applies).
My Experience:This past April, I used my Como Zoo Conservatory membership to visit Descanso Gardens near Los Angeles. Walking through those vibrant blooms under the warm California sun was the perfect remedy for a Minnesota spring still covered in snow.
For those in Minnesota, here’s a great resource to explore local public gardens: Minnesota Public Gardens by Region.
A Quick Peek at Blooming in 2025
Pantone’s Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse - What does this warm, earthy color have to do with flowers? One word—Weddings! I’ll share my surprising experience creating a “Mocha Mousse” floral arrangement and how this trend can inspire your blooms.
Flower Trends for 2025 - I’ll bring you insights from experts on the standout flowers for the coming year—the ones you’ll want to plant, photograph, and admire.
Thank You for Being Part of Blooming
I’m so grateful for your support and for joining me on this floral journey in 2024. Here’s to a blooming, beautiful year ahead!
Wishing you joy, peace, and flowers in 2024.
See you in the new year and let’s Bloom Together Through Every Season!
Diana
P.S. - Save the date. I’m organizing a floral art tour at the Minneapolis Institute of Art on February 11th at 11am. IT’S FREE.
It is being led by Julie Holland, one of the expert docents at the MIA.
It’s going to be warm!
It’s going to be fun!
It’s just before Valentine’s Day!
We have 20 spots available. Please email me back if you are interested.
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