First time flowering, it’s hard to believe that this beautiful Zygocactus was rescued as a stick, nurtured, and then planted into a pretty coffee pot, that I fell in love with, and purchased from a local op- shop. It grew beautifully, but never flowered.
Then, after my very talented husband made me a fabulous potting bench, I was able to reclaim the table on the back porch, and even though the zygo had never flowered, I still thought it was beautiful, and would make the perfect centre piece for the table.
Isn’t this just wonderful, designed and made by my husband, using a mix of recycled and new timbers – I love it!
Then, one day, I noticed little buds forming, and then there were more, and I waited, patiently.
My reward, to watch, and admire the vibrant beauty of each flower as it opens and brings colour to our winter.
Until next time…
Happy gardening.
