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A Morning On The Hydrangea Farm

June 20, 2019~ Everyday Living, Gardening, Outdoors

“You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭119:114‬

Hello sweet friends! I am so glad you are here because I have a treat for you today. As I promised on Monday’s and Tuesday’s blog posts, I am taking you on a mini tour of a hydrangea farm. So many of you said you had never heard of a hydrangea farm, so now you have. I first visited the farm several years ago when I was in charge of decorating for a charity event.  When I met the owner, I was made to feel like we had been friends forever, Martha is so warm and hospitable. Since I was in need of hydrangeas last week for two blog posts, I traveled the twenty-five miles to the farm. Grab your tennis shoes and let’s take a walk around the hydrangea farm…well we didn’t exactly walk, Martha and I rode in her golf cart.

The farm has been in the Aldridge family since 1901 and sometime in the 1930’s nursery stock was added. Snowflake hydrangeas were planted in 1971 and other varieties were added between 1990 and 2005.
I immediately fell for these big showy Annabelle blooms…

…their flower heads are round and can reach between 8-12 inches across! I loaded up on these gorgeous blooms for my floral arrangements.

I had never seen a pink oak leaf hydrangea before, have you? It is called Gatsby pink. They boast showy blooms that quickly transform from white to this beautiful pink color. I am definitely adding this to my garden!

Macrophylla hydrangeas, also known as the French hydrangeas and often called mop heads, are the most popular of all hydrangeas. They can be blue, pink, red, light purple or dark purple depending upon the soil pH.

Love the varying shades of purple!

Alkaline soil produces the beautiful pink!

This sweep of blooms took my breath away…

…planted near this picturesque small lake!

Rows and rows of blue Macrophylla…

…its blue color comes from acidic soil.

Martha introduced me to this gorgeous hydrangea – Invincibelle Spirit…

…the blooms are stunning. I think this will be a must in my garden!

A seedling from Invincibelle Spirit!

The magnificent Snowflake Hydrangea is what the farm is known for.

It is named for the intricate flowers that look like magnified snowflakes!

Martha said they had measured blooms up to 22 inches in length…wow!

As the blooms begin to dry, they will be cut and preserved and eventually make their way to Japan. From Alabama to Japan is a long way for a bloom to travel!

There were so many rows of these almost 50 year old beauties!

I spent about three hours with Martha on the farm as she shared her vast knowledge of hydrangeas. I absorbed all that I could, but as I was writing the post I had to consult with her. Is that a sign of getting old? I certainly hope not!

It is easy to see why the farm is known for Snowflake Hydrangeas. 

I didn’t take any photos of the oak leaf hydrangeas in bloom. I somehow forgot to photograph the rows and rows of them at the farm. I can’t wait to go back when the limelights are in bloom.

This tour is no where near exhaustive of all the farm has to offer. I am thrilled that I live close enough to visit with my friend at her beautiful hydrangea farm. She is truly a lovely and gracious Southern lady!

Thank you for your visits and sweet comments. Wishing you a joy-filled weekend!

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  1. Bonnie Morgan says

    June 20, 2019 at 6:53 AM

    Gorgeous. I would love to be near this beautiful garden and to meet Martha! I would drive her crazy with questions.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 10:02 AM

      Martha is so gracious and I asked lots of questions!

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      • Anonymous says

        June 20, 2019 at 10:02 PM

        Martha is a treasure! One of the sweetest!

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      • Pam @ Everyday Living says

        June 21, 2019 at 9:08 AM

        I totally agree!

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  2. Alice Genzlinger says

    June 20, 2019 at 7:25 AM

    It’s beautiful and the snowflake hydrangea deserves the praise it receives. What a trip that would make. Thanks for inviting us long for the show.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 10:01 AM

      I am so glad you joined me Alice!

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  3. Kim Nichols says

    June 20, 2019 at 7:36 AM

    Wow, Pam what a beautiful farm with all those varieties of hydrangeas. Makes me want more!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 10:01 AM

      Yes, it makes me want to plant more and I am.

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  4. Sharon Parker says

    June 20, 2019 at 7:51 AM

    Could you let us know where this is? It would be a wonderful visit. I live in Alabama.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 12:25 PM

      Thank you Sharon, sent you an email!

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  5. Liz says

    June 20, 2019 at 8:25 AM

    Wow I remember you posted about this before but I forgot how magnificent it is! What a joy to visit! I’m in awe of how many hydrangeas they grow!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 10:00 AM

      Yes, Liz it is amazing all of the varieties!

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    • Andrea says

      October 3, 2019 at 4:48 PM

      Where is this farm located? Also does she sell them to make centerpieces?

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      • Pam @ Everyday Living says

        October 6, 2019 at 6:09 AM

        The farm is in NE Alabama.

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  6. shirley@housepitalitydesigns says

    June 20, 2019 at 8:32 AM

    I think I would have to visit that farm very often as there is such beauty and a sense of peace there. I only had three varieties at my former house….Oh how I miss them and want to plant some at the new house asap! I wonder what the recipients from Japan do with the dried hydrangeas?…I guess the same thing we do!
    Thank you for taking us along on this beautiful tour of the hydrangea farm!!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 10:00 AM

      Shirley, you would love the farm and Martha!

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  7. Pamela Baker says

    June 20, 2019 at 8:52 AM

    You truly captured the beauty of the many colors of Hydrangeas! Beautiful photos!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 9:59 AM

      Thank you Pamela!

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  8. Carole @ From My Carolina Home says

    June 20, 2019 at 8:58 AM

    Wow, stunning photos and gorgeous flowers!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 9:59 AM

      Thank you Carole!

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  9. Bobbie T says

    June 20, 2019 at 9:05 AM

    Thanks for the tour. Gorgeous is the only word I can come up with! A little bit jealous. lol

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 9:59 AM

      Thank you Bobbie, it truly is!

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  10. inspiredbyjoydianne says

    June 20, 2019 at 10:42 AM

    Such beauty to behold. What a joy to go on this trip with you. Would love to visit this farm.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 10:57 AM

      I am so glad you enjoyed Dianne!

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  11. Clara says

    June 20, 2019 at 11:44 AM

    Wow Pam, what a wonderful visit to the hydrangea farm. Beautiful, outstanding blooms everywhere with a lakeside too! The pink oak leaf is just gorgeous as is the snowflake hydrangea. Thank you for taking us along! We didn’t even have to endure the extreme humidity & heat -win win! 😉 Have a great day! Clara 💕

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 11:56 AM

      I am so glad you enjoyed the tour and thank you for coming along, Clara!

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  12. Mildred says

    June 20, 2019 at 12:10 PM

    Okay, where is it????
    Are visitors welcome? Do you need to make an appointment?
    I’ve never thought about such s farm existing. How awesome it must be to work there.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 12:25 PM

      Thanks for inquiring Mildred, sent you an email!

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  13. Sandra at Maison De Jardin says

    June 20, 2019 at 1:04 PM

    Dear Pam, how wonderful to visit such a glorious place. I would have thoroughly enjoyed tagging along. I, too, love the Annabelle’s. They are not only beautiful, but have a long vase life. Which of course, makes anyone who loves fresh blooms adore them. Thanks, for sharing your lovely visit with us, I am sure you came away with many ideas of plants swirling around in your head.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 2:07 PM

      Sandra, I would have loved for you to have been with me!

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  14. Patricia E. Snyder says

    June 20, 2019 at 1:21 PM

    Amazing photos! That is what heaven will look like!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 2:07 PM

      Thank you Patricia!

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  15. Dolores Velasco says

    June 20, 2019 at 1:53 PM

    Dear friend, I have never seen so many varieties in hydrangeas. Is incredible!!!
    I have been impressed by the varieties not only of color, but also of the shape of the flower: the shape is round, but some varieties are elongated that I had never seen, but the so-called “Gatsby Rosa” would never have recognized as a hydrangea … she is beautiful.
    You have given us a good lesson about these beautiful flowers, which are as beautiful as hydrangeas.
    Thanks friend
    Dolores

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 21, 2019 at 9:29 AM

      Estimados Dolores, estoy tan emocionado de que hayas disfrutado la granja de hortensias, ¡es realmente increíble! Estoy emocionado de obtener algunas nuevas variedades para mi jardín. ¡Fue una hermosa y educativa mañana con una encantadora dama! ¡Te deseo un maravilloso fin de semana mi amigo!

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  16. Nancy says

    June 20, 2019 at 3:09 PM

    Oh my goodness! All the varieties are spectacular! You must have been in your glory!

    Such stunning flowers and how lucky you got to experience this!

    So now I bet you can’t decide which hydrangea to plant in your garden. Thank you for letting us come along with you!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 6:23 PM

      Thank you my friend, I am so glad you could join me!

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  17. Sharon says

    June 20, 2019 at 3:56 PM

    Thank you for sharing your trip to the hydrangea farm. I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to seeing the limelights.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 6:22 PM

      Sharon, thanks for joining me!

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  18. Roxanne Bernard says

    June 20, 2019 at 4:04 PM

    Stunning! What a treat to tour this magnificent farm with you!! I had absolutely no idea so many different types exist. If Martha gave you growing tips, I would LOVE a post on that topic.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 6:22 PM

      Martha has vast knowledge, but we talked non-stop and never got to growing tips. But I will be talking with her.

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  19. Heritage Hall says

    June 20, 2019 at 4:23 PM

    The Snowflake is the highlight of our garden but you have me convinced we need a few
    Annabelles….Stunning… Our new Invincibelle Spirit bloomed this year to wide acclaim…many
    neighbors asked about it…Thanks to you, Pam dear, the hydrangea bug has been caught…
    Thank you to Martha for this lovely tour…Brava!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 6:20 PM

      Mary, how wonderful that you have Snowflake and Invincibelle Spirit, I would love to see photos, I know they are beautiful!

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  20. rawsonjl says

    June 20, 2019 at 5:32 PM

    Wow! I LOVE hydrangea’s and would love to visit a hydrangea farm. We have a tulip farm and a sunflower farm near us but that’s about it as far as flowers go. My favorite are the blue ones but those snowflakes ones are new to me and so pretty too.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 6:19 PM

      I am so glad you enjoyed! The snowflakes are just beautiful!

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  21. oldnewgreenredo says

    June 20, 2019 at 6:51 PM

    What a gorgeous post and to be there—-OMGosh…I haven’t been lucky growing them…these are magnificent!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 21, 2019 at 9:17 AM

      I am so thrilled that you enjoyed!

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  22. Maristella says

    June 20, 2019 at 8:32 PM

    How fabulous!!!I am grateful for this virtual tour! Such beauty!!!You brighten up my day,thanks dear Pam!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 20, 2019 at 8:42 PM

      Aw you are so kind Maristella. I am glad you enjoyed!

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  23. Tea With Jennifer says

    June 20, 2019 at 8:47 PM

    I enjoyed that ride with you Pam, my favorites are all the blue & purplish ones! So breathtakingly beautiful!
    Bless you,
    Jennifer

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 21, 2019 at 9:17 AM

      I am so glad you enjoyed Jennifer❤️

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  24. Anonymous says

    June 20, 2019 at 9:38 PM

    We love Mrs. Martha and her beautiful farm. She’s a precious lady and her flowers are unbelievable to see. She surely knows hydrangeas. Gorgeous. Donna

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 21, 2019 at 9:09 AM

      Donna, I wholeheartedly agree!

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  25. Mary says

    June 20, 2019 at 9:48 PM

    Swoon Pam! Hydrangea Heaven! I wish I were closer to visit in person. Thank you for the tour ♥

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 21, 2019 at 9:09 AM

      My pleasure and you would love it Mary❤️

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  26. Janie says

    June 20, 2019 at 10:29 PM

    Martha, and her sweet husband is the sweetest. I have been in love with all the hydrangeas with both visits to the farm. It really is a gem to see.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 21, 2019 at 9:07 AM

      I so agree Janie! Wonderful people and place!

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  27. sageandivydesigns says

    June 21, 2019 at 8:22 AM

    Stunning garden tour. You are so lucky to have visited and to have met Martha.
    Happy Summer,
    Kippi

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 21, 2019 at 9:07 AM

      Thank you so much Kipling. Have a great weekend!

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  28. the Painted Apron says

    June 21, 2019 at 10:07 AM

    I can’t imagine what if must be like to see masses and masses of beautiful hydrangea blooms, swoon ! Does she sell wholesale to stores like Wholefoods? I am assuming she is part of the Aldridge family that has the beautiful Aldridge Gardens in Hoover? That is one of my favorite places to visit and go for a walk, so beautiful in every season. You must have felt like you were in hydrangea heaven!
    Jenna

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  29. Linda Stoll says

    June 21, 2019 at 10:12 AM

    dear Pam … your golden lens has captured the magic of God’s creation yet again!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 21, 2019 at 11:33 AM

      His creation is splendid!❤️

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  30. Christine @ Rustic-Refined.com says

    June 23, 2019 at 8:22 PM

    Oh wow I know where I want to be planted! right in the middle of those gorgeous blooms!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 23, 2019 at 8:24 PM

      Christine, as a gardener you would love it!

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  31. Linda Hickey says

    June 24, 2019 at 10:20 PM

    Love all the flowers, breathtaking and beautiful.

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  32. Liberty says

    June 27, 2019 at 11:31 PM

    Calypso in the Country has been to a tulip farm, and now you’ve been to a hydrangea farm– I’m feeling the need to find a flower farm to go to!! Thank you for sharing at Best of the Weekend– I’ll be featuring you tomorrow.

    I only have a Mountain Hydrangea– which I bought not realizing that the head would not fully bloom like other hydrangeas. I made a dried Fireworks Bouquet from hydrangeas that I posted about recently— so much fun!

    Liberty from B4andAfters.com

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 28, 2019 at 8:50 AM

      Thank you so much Liberty. Hydrangeas are the perfect summer flower!

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  33. Kari says

    June 28, 2019 at 10:39 AM

    What a great time you had Pam. I adore the Annabelles and of course all the others are simply gorgeous. I am trying to grow a couple hydrangeas in pots down here in SW Florida…we shall see. One has actaully come back this year stronger than ever, I am so excited. As usual your photos are magazine perfect. Love them.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 30, 2019 at 6:23 AM

      Thank you Kari. Bet of luck on your hydrangeas!

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  34. Carolyn Smith says

    August 22, 2019 at 11:48 AM

    Can you please send me the information about this hydrangea farm? Do they sell hydrangeas?

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      August 22, 2019 at 6:41 PM

      Carolyn, what state do you live in?

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  35. Raylene says

    August 22, 2019 at 8:49 PM

    Wow, what a gorgeous hydrangea farm! I love all hydrangeas and had 66 of them in my former garden along with 6 snowflake hydrangeas. I would love to visit this garden if you’d please share the information.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      August 23, 2019 at 8:31 AM

      Hi Raylene, do you live in Alabama?

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      • Raylene says

        August 24, 2019 at 11:07 AM

        No, but I drive thru on my way to Knoxville.

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      • Pam @ Everyday Living says

        August 24, 2019 at 5:39 PM

        Raylene, she is actually a wholesaler. If you would email me a few days before you would be coming through, I would be glad to call her and see if you could come by. June through mid August is the time to go. All of her limelights will be harvested in September and will be sent to Japan.

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  36. Melissa Koopmann says

    July 18, 2020 at 2:56 PM

    Hi there!! Would love to know more about visiting this farm! Could you share the name of the farm? Thank you!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 19, 2020 at 9:24 AM

      The farm is in NE AL. If you are interested in getting in touch with them, let me know and I will email you the information.

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  37. Aquietlife says

    June 7, 2021 at 9:12 AM

    That was exhilarating!!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 8, 2021 at 7:06 PM

      I am so glad you enjoyed!

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  38. Elizabeth Burns says

    September 20, 2021 at 12:56 PM

    OMG! This is amazing and just a slice of this is what I would love to create around my home. I am an avid hydrangea lover and am wondering if she offers tours of this? I am in Illinois! This took my breath away!!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      September 20, 2021 at 10:13 PM

      Hi Elizabeth. The farm is in NE AL. She used to give tours, but I am not sure if she can now. If you are serious, I can check. Of course now isn’t the time to take in the beauty of hydrangeas. Just let me know if you are interested for next year and I will check for you. I am so glad you enjoyed the post. Happy Fall to you!!

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  39. Aquietlife says

    June 6, 2022 at 9:04 AM

    Be still my heart, Heaven on earth! What a feast for the soul and eyes! How exciting to spend hours in this magical garden on a lake…

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      June 6, 2022 at 10:45 PM

      You would definitely love the hydrangea farm, Jain!

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After high school graduation he signed to play professional baseball with the Cleveland Indians Organization. His baseball career was cut short when he was drafted in the army. He was seriously wounded in the Korean War and was awarded a Purple Heart and two bronze stars. Upon returning home, he married my beautiful Mother and they shared 54 wonderful years together before she passed away suddenly. 

My brother and I grew up in a Christian home, bathed in love, calm, security, and contentment, under the care of the two finest parents anyone could have. Daddy was known as Pawpaw to his three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. 

My heart is broken, he was the best Daddy a girl could have. I know he is present with the Lord and I rejoice in that promise, knowing too, that my Mother is also in the eternal presence of our Heavenly Father. 

For more of my Daddy’s story, click the link in my bio.
Happy first day of Spring! One of my favorite bloo Happy first day of Spring! One of my favorite blooming trees of springtime is the Kwanzan Cherry! I love pairing them with my Snowball Viburnum blooms to make a lovely flower arrangement!

Wishing you a most beautiful day!

#cherryblossom #springtime #springinthesouth #kwanzancherry #mygarden #southerngarden #victoriamagazine #southernladymag #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Welcome to Sunshine Cottage and the March edition Welcome to Sunshine Cottage and the March edition of Tea on Tuesdays. My inspiration for teatime is the beautiful linens from @april.cornell With the celebration of their 50th anniversary, many Heritage Prints from the archives have returned. Eden is one of the beautiful patterns that has returned. It is a soft purple paradise where butterflies float, roses bloom, and soft sage leaves levitate. As an April Cornell Brand Ambassador, I was gifted these gorgeous linens! I have been a collector of @april.cornell linens for many years…the floral patterns resonate with my love of English Country. 

I am serving my favorite, Earl Gray tea, from an Eileen’s Reserve teapot. Teacups by Grace Teaware and vintage Rose Chintz salad plates by Johnson Brothers add more floral patterns to the mix. Japanese Magnolia blooms were cut from my garden and placed in a lilypad teapot!

Mary @ homeiswheretheboatis.net and I welcome Nancy @nance_endless_summer as our special guest! LINK in bio for the blog posts. Have a wonderful day!

#teaontuesdays #teatime #aprilcornell #southernladymagazine #teatimemagazine #teatimepoetry_ #homeiswheretheboatis #victoriamagazine #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam #englishcountrystyle #aprilcornellbrandambassador
Happy St. Patrick’s Day ☘️ A few photos from Happy St. Patrick’s Day ☘️ A few photos from our visit to ☘️ Ireland, The Emerald Isle and a tablescape in our Appalachian Foothills ☘️

“May the raindrops fall lightly on your brow.
 May the soft winds freshen your spirit.
 May the sunshine brighten your heart.
 May the burdens of the day rest lightly 
 upon you.
 And may God enfold you in His love.”

#everydaylivingwithbutchandpam #stpatricksday
It felt like spring today with a high in the upper It felt like spring today with a high in the upper 70’s. Do you ever forget what you have? I do, so I compiled a partial catalog of my teapots. I have included some here and more on my blog. Click the LINK in my profile to see more! 

#teapot #teapotcollector #teapots #teaontuesdays #teatime #teatimemagazine #teatimepoetry_ #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Monday! With March bringing the promise of s Happy Monday! With March bringing the promise of spring and looking forward to our garden awakening, I planted a blooming bulb garden in my Sunshine Cottage! The butcher block countertop under a window, was a perfect place for a mini garden. Muscari, hyacinths, tulips, and daffodils danced in the sunlight and filled the cottage with an amazing fragrance! 

It is Monday Morning Blooms with friends Lidy @frenchgardenhouse Shannon @bellebleuinteriors and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net

LINK in bio to view blog posts

#southernladymag #victoriamagazine #bulbgarden  #springbulbs #indoorgardening #muscari #hyacinths #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam #thecottagejournal #portmeirion
Hello friends, I don’t know about you, but I am Hello friends, I don’t know about you, but I am ready for spring. Meteorological Spring begins this Saturday, March 1 and I am going with it. I have pulled spring flower arrangements from my blog archives. I hope you enjoy the flower therapy! You can see all of them by clicking on the  LINK in bio.

#springflowers #springflowerarrangement #springtime #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #flowermagazine #aprilcornell #gardener #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the Sunshine Cottage whe Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the Sunshine Cottage where it is warm and cozy on this cold February day. It is Tea on Tuesdays and I have set a tea table with the “Blue Roses” collection that was a collaboration between @victoriamagazine and @april.cornell The exclusive porcelain pattern and matching linens have been used many times and I still enjoy their blue and white beauty. Instead of fresh flowers, porcelain ones require no arranging. Sweet treats pair perfectly with a traditional English Breakfast tea. I am joining friends Sarah @sjpa48 and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net

#teaontuesdays #teatime #victoriamagazine #aprilcornell #southernladymag #teatimemagazine #thecottagejournal #teatimepoetry #porcelainflowers #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Thursday and Valentine’s Eve! In celebrati Happy Thursday and Valentine’s Eve! In celebration of the day, I pulled images from my blog archives for inspiration❤️💗❤️

Wishing everyone a lovely Valentine’s Day ❤️

#valentinesday #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #traditionalstyle #grandmillenial #valentinestablescape #valentinedecor #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy first Monday of February! After so many cold Happy first Monday of February! After so many cold days, we are experiencing a tease of spring with a 73 degree day that is forecast. After the gray and cloudy days, I needed a dose of color and decided to set a colorful citrus themed brunch! Using a bird gold and pewter stand, I mixed a citrus medley of lemons, oranges, and limes with pink and white carnations as the centerpiece. The table is highlighted with blue and white dishware. Fresh squeezed orange juice, French-pressed coffee and sweet treats of lemon poppyseed muffins, lemon cake with lemon icing, and lemon pastries are perfect for a small brunch. A faux lemon topiary belonged to my beloved Mother and seemed a perfect addition to a citrus-themed table! You are invited to join me and my Monday Morning Blooms friends, Lidy @frenchgardenhouse Sarah @sjpa48 and Mary homeiswheretheboatsis.net by clicking the LINK in my bio!

#mondaymorningblooms🌻 #citrus #floraldesign #brunch #southernladymagazine #victoriamagazine #thecottagejournal #grandmillennial #traditionaldecor #lemons #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Welcome to Sunshine Cottage where I have been fluf Welcome to Sunshine Cottage where I have been fluffing for Valentine’s Day! For many years my Sweetheart and I have celebrated February 14th at home where it is quiet, no reservations are required, and we always have a table by the window! 

I love the traditional colors of red and pink! Frilly carnations fill a vintage Staffordshire, ‘Charlotte’ pitcher which rests on an antique Limoges plate with a velvet gold-crowned heart. The plate stack consists of a Royal Stafford ‘Asiatic pheasant’ dinner plate, American Atelier ‘Baroque’ luncheon/salad plate, Johnson Brothers, ‘Winchester’ salad plate, and a vintage pierced Bavarian rose plate! I am a huge fan of mixing colors, patterns, and textures for a collected look. 

I have joined 17 table stylists for a Valentine’s Day Blog Hop. Click the LINK in my bio to see all of the Valentine inspiration!

#southernladymag #valentineday #valentinestablescape #valentinesday #victoriamagazine #romanticdecor #traditionalstyle #replacementsltd #flowermagazine #thecottagejournal #pjssunshinecottage #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Tuesday! On this very cold winter’s day, I Happy Tuesday! On this very cold winter’s day, I am serving my favorite tea, Earl Grey, in the Sunshine Cottage where it is warm and cozy! The magic of dancing sunlight enhances the table that is dressed with a warm tartan plaid throw repurposed as a tablecloth! ‘Winter Fauna’ bird salad plates from Pottery Barn (many years ago and now discontinued) remind me of the birds I watch from my kitchen window during the winter season. The Grace Teaware set adds more blue and white to the Spode ‘Blue Room’ dinner plates. Sweet treats were placed on a stack of Bordallo Pinheiro plates! A darling Hummel ‘Icy Adventure’ depicts a scene of an outdoor frozen pond with a pair of sweet ice skaters, a rosy cheeked boy and girl who have fallen down on the ice. I am sharing Tea on Tuesdays with Shannon @bellebleuinteriors and Mary homeiswheretheboatis.net Link in my Bio will take you to my blog post! Stay warm and safe!

#teaontuesdays #teatime #teatimemagazine #teatimepoetry #victoriamagazine #southernladymag #pjssunshinecottage #tea #graceteaware #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and I am thinking about my spring and summer garden! I have ordered seeds that are to arrive tomorrow…zinnias, sunflowers, and giant marigolds! On today’s blog post (LINK IN BIO) I am sharing my photo journal from 2024’s garden! Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and join me.

#mygarden #gardening #cottagegarden #gardendesignmag #gardengatemagazine #southernladymag #victoriamagazine #gardener #gardeninglife #everydaylivingwithbutchandpam
My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Ala My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Alabama!
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