We've gone Chrysanth mad here this week. Out of fashion for so long with the floristry crowd, I'm rather partial to their slightly odd perfume and the way raindrops stay hidden amongst their well organised petals ages after you've bought them indoors.
Nothing cheerier than a pot of these richly coloured, too long overlooked dazzlers, to brighten a living room in autumn (a roaring fire and steaming hot chocolate also help), so familiar & comforting, like a big hug.
So I say, lets celebrate these old fashioned lovelies with the big personalities, the time has come, big up the humble Mum.