2014 Philadelphia Flower Show

     For years now I have wanted to see the Philadelphia Flower Show. It is one of the few flower and garden shows left where creative horticulture takes precedence over the selling of seamless gutters, non-stick cookware and outdoor kitchens. I had planned to attend Sunday, and possibly make a return visit on Monday before leaving for home, but I ended up going on Saturday (opening day) to beat the impending snow. I knew it would be busy, but the throngs of people were the only thing that distracted from an incredible show. This year's theme was Articulture and most of the landscapes and floral displays drew inspiration from a wide range of art works and artists. All of it was creative, and much of it was over-the-top, in a good way. It was a fantastic distraction from the gray, the cold and the small mountains of dirty snow outside.

     I normally gravitate to the landscape displays at flower and garden shows, but one of the most intriguing things I saw in Philly was a floral display. It was in a section titled Treasures from Korea, and the piece was called The King's Table.

     The Philadelphia Flower Show runs through March 9th, but if you can't make it in person, you can see more photos on my Flickr page. The pics are definitely no substitute, but you might get an inkling.

     Also, this is your friendly reminder that my Winter Walk-Off is still going on. I hope you will join in, it just wouldn't be the same without you.