Tuberose Explosion

In Grasse, where Chanel has planted the only tuberose fields in France (and the biggest in Europe), having bought a box of bulbs from a retiring farmer six years ago, they blossom only twice a year and are harvested by a team of pickers in crisp cream aprons over two weeks. — The Evening Standard…

via A box of bulbs — Now Smell This

Tuberose is making a big comeback in fragrances, another love of mine, and apparently Chanel is leading the way in tuberose horticulture! Long may they and their tuberoses thrive!

 

A Fragrant Bouquet

For me, spring spells time to cut back on burning scented candles and incense and to ramp up the fresh flowers. I can snip a few roses here and whack down some lilacs there with the best of them, but I wanted an expert’s opinion on how to assemble a bouquet that would please a…

via How to Make a Fragrant Bouquet — Now Smell This

Lovely post from Angela at Now Smell This, combining two of my loves: fragrance and flowers.