Tuesday, May 10, 2011

The Pleasures of White


White


The Ultimate Color of Light


Symbol of Peace & Purity


Essence of Simplicity


Pure


Fresh


Tranquil


Joyful


Romantic


Lacey


Luminescent


Magical


Tranquil


Wistful


Splendid


Happy


Sparkly


Delicate


Feminine




Majestic


For me, the pleasures of white in one's garden are endless.

A white garden dances in daylight


and shimmers in the moonlight.

My garden is not without color, but it's the whites that provide the magical splendor that keep me adding more.

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Sarah
Sarah

The summer we married, my husband was in graduate school, and I was employed as a teacher. We took a portion of our savings that summer and purchased a sailboat. We christened our Catalina 22, “Hyacinths For The Soul” after Saadi’s poem. Our "Hyacinths" provided years of pleasure.

56 comments:

  1. PondsideMay 11, 2011 at 1:03 AM

    *sigh*
    What lovely, soothing whites. I can't get enough of them!

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  2. MaggieMay 11, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    Delightful, what gorgeous bloom after another.

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  3. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    you are quite right - white is best :)) I love white roses, lillies, snowdrops *bliss* the list is endless.. Judyx

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  4. Johanna GehrleinMay 11, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    Hello Sarah,
    beautiful post! I love white in the garden especially for darker corners or in front of darkleaved shrubs and trees. Gives always a little more light. The white blossoms show so much their structure and delicacy. They look shimmering like satin or silk.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  5. JojoMay 11, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    Gardenias? Already? I think we are a little behind but I can't wait! Beautiful!

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  6. LynnMay 11, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    What a nice look at white Sarah! It is often an overlooked color in the garden! Great pics-enjoy:@)

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  7. La Table De NanaMay 11, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    It's not easy to capture white!Great job..I love white also..

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  8. Barbara F.May 11, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    These white flowers are magnificent. I like the way the descriptive word seems to match perfectly with each flower. Beautiful photos! xo,

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  9. BabsMay 11, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Sarah, I am sooo loving your white in the garden. White flowers have long been my favorite mixed with green . I love the coolness of white and green. Wondering.. what is the flower with the caption "tranquil"? Great photos and plants.
    Have a great Wednesday,
    Babs

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  10. MarlisMay 11, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Lovely lovely photos of your gorgeous plants. I too like white. It's refreshing and cleansing! happy Wednesday.

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  11. The French HutchMay 11, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Sarah, White in the garden is breathtaking, the pure non color of white against the garden greens, the contrast, always amazing. I've always gone for the color, but lately I have found myself adding more white. Thanks for sharing your amazing garden.
    Hope your day is fabulous......

    ~Emily

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  12. MarigeneMay 11, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Absolutely beautiful, Sarah!

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  13. DianeMay 11, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    How gorgeous! And each word was perfect for the image.

    Your garden is delightful. My specialty is growing weeds so I am very envious!

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  14. Gabriela Delworth - Adult Learning & DevelopmentMay 11, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    Hello,

    These are stunning!



    ~ Gabriela ~

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  15. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 11, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    And so, so beautiful! Happy WW!

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  16. Wanda LeeMay 11, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Dear Sarah,

    I love all white flowers! So fresh and pretty!

    Also, your mothers day post was just such an inspiring and lovely one!.., I loved the lavender theme thoughout and the silver teapot amongst the fragrance and goodies!.., Just fabulous dear lady,

    Thanks so much for sharing as well as for being a part of the fun of TTTT and also for taking part with this my 82nd, Tuesday Tea For Two. We always so enjoy having you join us!

    Cheers and hugs from Wanda Lee

    P.S.~ I reposted part of this comment from your previous below this newest one when I realized that you may have moved on to a more recent post, so that you would not miss it.~ Cheers!

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  17. FRENCH LAUNDRYMay 11, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Hi Sarah,

    I LOVE white flowers in the garden and on my table. What a lovely post.

    Hugs,
    Judy

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  18. BeverlyMay 11, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Me, too. Me, too. I love a white garden. And, your blooms are stunning.

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  19. UnknownMay 11, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    NICE! I love the daisies... pure,white simplicity is so perfectly eye dazzling

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  20. Red Couch RecipesMay 11, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Someday, I would like an area where I could sit out at night and all the plants would be white. Such beautiful photos. Joni

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  21. By the BluegrassMay 11, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    oooh, such lovely white...very fresh indeed.
    xo,
    Sena

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  22. she dreams big!May 11, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    I would love to walk through your garden! We have NOTHING blooming here yet and I really don't have many white flowers planted. Whites are now on my nursery list!

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  23. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsMay 11, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    Such peaceful pretty flowers. I don't have any white flowers in my garden....I need to get some!

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  24. Kim @ Starshine ChicMay 11, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Gorgeous!!! I wish I was a gardener. But I hate to have dirty hands. I get my hubby to do all the dirty work out in the yard. But I do love flowers, I just don't have many in my yard.

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  25. KathleenMay 11, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Beautiful, I love a white garden. What a magnificent array of flowers! It must look wonderful!
    One of the clematis I planted last year had a big fat white bloom! I was so happy. You never know with them, sometimes they don't make it through the winter!

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  26. Ann from On Sutton PlaceMay 11, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    What a lovely post. I am so impressed by all the blooms! We just today reached 80. The ground is finally getting warm enough to plant annuals. You are right above me at No Minimalist Here so I thought I would pay you a visit. Your blog is so peaceful and bright. I enjoyed myself! ~Ann

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  27. Ricki TreleavenMay 11, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    I love white gardens, especially in the moonlight. THese flower photos are gorgeous. Do you have a favorite?

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  28. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 11, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Sarah, what white beauties. Great post and thanks for joining my WUW party.

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  29. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMay 11, 2011 at 9:24 PM

    Oh Sarah, what a beautiful garden you must have! I also love the way white flowers just pop~day or night. You have such gorgeous examples, and what perfect words you came up with to describe each flower. Lovely post. laurie

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  30. Donna@Conghaile CottageMay 11, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Beautiful Sarah! I LOVE the way white glows in the dark... Late evening walks with the flowers SPARKLING... Your photos are gorgeous! Thank you for sharing.
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  31. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMay 11, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Gorgeous...the blooms and your photographs!!!

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  32. bjMay 11, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    White flowers are, by far, my favorite.
    These are so so lovely.
    I just today bought 3 pots of white flowers to plant. The names I can;t think of right now (I am so not a gardener) but they are shade lovers. I have a small little flower garden close to our big pecan tree that stays in shade most of the day. I am trying to add more and more whites.:)
    Oh, and I have 2 more little cupcakes if you want to stop by for a snack. :)))

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  33. xinexMay 12, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    I love white flowers too. There is something about them. Beautiful post and photos, Sarah!...Christine

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  34. Tammy@Beatrice BanksMay 12, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Wow! I don't think I've ever seen white displayed so beautifully in a garden! Those flowers are amazing. You really know how to grow a pretty garden!

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  35. DebbiedoosMay 12, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Ahhh..I needed this fresh white post today. Everything around my house (outside is a mess) Beautiful pics Sarah!

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  36. Brenda PruittMay 12, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    I've been adding a lot of whites lately too. Your words were perfect!
    Brenda

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  37. MelanieMay 12, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Love it!!!

    I would love for you to come link up your post at my "Encouragement is Contagious!" linky party! And... please link up some of your other favorites from blogs you love! Then, those bloggers will also get lots of unexpected, encouraging comments!

    Blessings!
    Melanie

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  38. paperbutterflyMay 13, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    I can’t believe another week has gone by with another delightful tea party. Your vignette was over the top! Love these white flowers, too. They would look wonderful on a tea table if one dared to pick them.

    It would not be so enjoyable without you and your creative touch. I always look forward to seeing you as often as you can pop in.

    Blessings,
    Pam

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  39. suzannepaintsMay 13, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Lovely, lovely blog. What a wonder!

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  40. The Charm of HomeMay 13, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    I love white flowers too! They are so pretty. I bet the gardenia smells heavenly!
    Thanks for linking it up!
    Sherry

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  41. Eileen @ Cottage Beach HouseMay 13, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Just gorgeous photos. Flowers are such a wonderful subject aren't they? Very nice post.

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  42. AnonymousMay 13, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    :)

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  43. MarianneMay 14, 2011 at 4:19 AM

    Wow you did a great round up of white flowers. They really bring life to any dark corner of a garden don't they.

    I finally found a quiet morning to visit everybody again and actually leave a comment this time.
    Thank you again for playing in my We Love White linky party!

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  44. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~May 14, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Ahhh, I love white flowers too and you have a beautiful selection.

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  45. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMay 14, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    How beautiful! Love white flowers and your photographs have definately captured their beauty!
    Happy Saturday!!!

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  46. The TablescaperMay 14, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    So peaceful...so serene...

    Looking forward to having you be a part of Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  47. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMay 14, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Sarah, Beautiful flowers and photographs! Thank you for joining my party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  48. The TablescaperMay 14, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Thanks for being a part of Seasonal Sundays. Looking forward to your contribution to "Where do you keep it all? - Part 2".

    - The Tablescaper

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  49. MaryMay 15, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Oh I so love your whites Sarah! They are so soothing~ Our lake yard is small, so white blooms keep it from looking so chaotic. Have you ever planted moon vine? I used to plant some from seed & enjoy watching them creep up a trellis and enjoy the show as they opened :-)

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  50. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMay 15, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Such beautiful photos Sarah! They are gorgeous and your whites are stunning! Thanks for sharing this at FNF this week! :)

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  51. On Crooked CreekMay 15, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Sarah,
    These photos make such an exquisite album of tranquility! Thank you for sharing the loveliness of your whites in the garden!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  52. HolleyGardenMay 19, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Your whites are so pristine! What a beautiful post.

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  53. sheilaMay 19, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    I love all your whites. You make me want to go out and plant something white. I am a new follower of your beautiful blog,
    Blessigns, Sheila

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  54. KKMay 20, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    I LOVE white flowers. Your pics are fabulous! I love every one of them. I planted a white garden last year. I adore white flowers. I'm following you cause you are amazing too.

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  55. Fishtail CottageMay 20, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    oh my, you have a gorgeous selection of white flora in your garden....absolutely breath taking! Thanks so much for linking up to Cottage Flora Thursday's xoxo, tracie

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  56. UnknownMay 22, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Hi Again! I love your blog and am your newest follower! hugs, Sunny109

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