Coreopsis on the Table
The last of the coreopsis flowers graced our table last
week. The plants were blooming despite the change in seasons, the erratic
temperatures, and their tight quarters in a flowerpot on our patio.
These are hardy plants even though their flowers tend to
look delicate. Coreopsis can tolerate a variety of soil conditions and weather.
Depending upon their height, they can be used as back borders or edging. Their
blossoms, which vary in color, last into the Fall, providing lovely table
decorations.
I was impressed by how long the flowers lasted in the vase.
They seemed so fragile, yet they stayed full and lively for the whole week.
What a vibrant expression of nature in such a compact form. And that got me to
thinking of how we often judge people by their outward appearance. Delicate
doesn’t necessarily mean weak. It is more important to understand the inner
strength of a person than to assume we know all there is to know from a glimpse
at a person’s body.
When the coreopsis flowers finally wilted, I said goodbye
and thanked them for sharing their perspective with me. We can learn something
about the world and ourselves from the most surprising encounters.
An intro to coreopsis:
A look at the beautiful coreopsis varieties:
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