The purple flower is Muscari, aka Grape Hyacinth.

Gorgeous photos. And gorgeous bouquets.

Thank you Niel for the mothers day wishes.
Beautiful bouquets,your wife is one lucky lady.
Beautiful picture framing as well.
cAROL

Thanks to both of you!!!

Carol, the hyacinth seeds that you gave to me are all doing great. They are now almost 26". I started them inside last May 26. I'm thinking of bringing them out 3rd week of May. What do you think?

I think that would be a fine time to plant them Neil.
So far, I only have two that have sprouted,but I am hopeful for more.Have you decided where you are going to plant them?Your in Chicago, right,I believe our last frost date is around May 15th.Good luck,are you warm enough today,ha ha,it is now at,,,,,84,,,,,,and Hot
cAROL, WHO IS not COMPLAINING.

Yeah, it's 81F. Wore long sleeve today. LOL :D

Thanks!