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Vivid Blue Hamsa Necklace from the Artazia Collection #837 JN MN Sale Price: $69.95  |
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Like wearing a miniature artwork, each piece is truly unique with the intricate design hand painted and set within a very light stainless steel frame. Austrian crystals, beads and a variety of other materials are delicately assembled and set in artists resin resulting in a beautifully finished and durable piece... |
Vivid Blue
 Solid 14k18k Vivid Blue Egyptian Lapis Drop Earrings US $85.00 
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 373CT ROUND VIVID BLUE CEYLON SAPPHIRE DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING 14k WHITE GOLD US $3,250.00
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 1900s NATURAL UNTREATED 399CT OVAL VIVID BLUE SAPPHIRE FINE ROUND DIAMOND RING US $18,520.00
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 ESTATE 350CT FINE VIVID BLUE OVAL SAPPHIRE AND WHITE DIAMOND PLATINUM RING US $13,929.00
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 75 CT VIVID BLUE DIAMOND SOLITAIRE RING SOLID 14KT WHITE GOLD $339900 US $999.00
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 268CT VIVID BLUE OVAL NATURAL NO HEAT SAPPHIRE PLATINUM 18CT FULL DIAMOND RING US $6,495.00
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 ESTATE OVAL DIAMOND AND TRILLION CUT CEYLON VIVID BLUE SAPPHIRE PLATINUM RING US $8,972.00
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 ESTATE 20K YELLOW WHITE GOLD VIVID BLUE OVAL GEM SAPPHIRE DIAMOND CLUSTER RING US $5,015.00
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 DESIGNER MANFREDI 18K BUBBLE LINK VIVID BLUE TOPAZ GOLDEN CITRINE NECKLACE US $3,515.00
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 146ct VIVID BLUE FANCY DIAMONDS VVS TRILOGY 14kt GOLD RING US $3,999.00
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 VIVID 14KWG DESIGNER BLUE TOPAZ DIAMOND RING 86 GMS US $699.00
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 VIVID 1485CT 19 OVAL BLUE TOPAZ YELLOW GOLD LINK BRACELET US $370.00
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 NATURAL NO HEAT VIVID BLUE RARE PEAR SHAPE SAPPHIRE 174CT 40CT DIAMOND PENDANT US $4,350.00
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 067CT FANCY ROUND VIVID BLUE DIAMOND COCKTAIL RIGHT HAND RING 14k WHITE GOLD US $419.00
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 BEAUTIFUL VIVID MEDIUM BLUE GENUINE STAR SAPPHIRE VINTAGE 10K GOLD RING US $389.00
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 ESTATE 18K YELLOW GOLD VIVID BLUE GEM LAPIS AND 25 PAVE DIAMOND SAIL BOAT PIN US $1,896.00
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 ESTATE BRIGHT VIVID BLUE 1250CT OVAL SAPPHIRE DIAMOND HINGED LINK BRACELET US $4,065.00
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 CARVED VIVID BLUE 3ct AQUAMARINE 14K WHITE GOLD RING 6 US $220.00
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 RARE 380CT VIVID TEAL BLUE OVAL ZIRCON 14K WHITE GOLD PIERCED DANGLE EARRINGS US $1,620.00
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 BEAUTIFUL gold 18k RING with Fancy Vivid Blue DIAMOND 124ct US $3,000.00
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 BLUE RED GREEN WHITE 1 2CT DIAMOND RING Size 7 Vivid Colors Sparkle US $183.20
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 35CTW BLUE DIAMOND EARRINGS Omega Clips w Post Backs Vivid Color SALE US $109.44
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 █1000CT NATURAL SAPPHIRES LINK NECKLACE █VIVID BLUE█ █ US $968.00
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 33CTW BLUE DIAMOND WHITE DIAMOND BAND RING Size 7 Vivid Color Sparkle US $168.30
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 Brand New 03 CTW Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds Gold Ring Size 7 US $215.00
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 FPJ 31 CTW I2 Color Fancy Vivid Blue Diamonds 14K Gold Earrings Weight 125g US $1,739.00
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 VIVID 1 CARAT GENUINE BLUE TOPAZ SOLITAIRE RING NEW 7 US $40.00
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 New FPJ 345 CTW I2 Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds 14K Gold Earrings US $1,889.00
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 New FPJ 32 CTW I1 I2 Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds 14K Gold Earrings US $1,899.00
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 New FPJ 27 CTW I1 I2 Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds 14K Gold Earrings US $1,579.00
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 New CERTIFIED 3 CTW I2 Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds 14K Gold Pendant US $1,299.00
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 New 2 CTW SI2 SI3 Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds Gold Ring Size 6 US $999.00
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 CERTIFIED 11 CTW Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds 14K Gold Ring Size 7 US $1,059.00
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 CERTIFIED 115 CTW Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds 14K Gold Ring Size 7 US $959.00
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 New FPJ 145 CTW I2 Color Fancy Vivid Blue enhanced Diamonds 14K Gold Earrings US $1,229.00
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 14K Yellow Gold 930ct HUGE Vivid Blue Topaz Solitaire Right Hand Cocktail Ring US $495.00
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 Vintage Estate Ornate Sterling Silver Large Vivid Blue Moonstone Ring US $265.00
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 947CT LARGE VIVID BLUE TOPAZ DIAMOND PENDANT 14K YELLOW GOLD CUSHION CUT US $469.00
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 LARGE 3656ct VIVID BLUE TOPAZ DIAMOND PENDANT NECKLACE 14k WHITE GOLD US $995.00
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 Beautiful Vivid Blue Kyanite In 14K White Gold US $220.00
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 Estate VIVID Blue Diamond Dainty Sterling Silver Filigree Ring US $33.00
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 705 ctw Natural Fancy Vivid Blue Pear Shape Color Enhanced Diamond Pendant US $12,625.00
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 1003ct ARCHITECTURAL DECO STYLING VIVID BLUE SAPPHIRE DIAMOND RING 18K GOLD US $14,397.30
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 18K appraised $6350 ONLY $3599 DIAMOND RING 52DTW Vivid Jewelers w Blue Dmds US $3,599.99
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 545CT VIVID BLUE CERTIFIED DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING US $7,999.99
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 141 ct RARE VIVID BLUE DIAMONDWHITE ACCENT DIAMOND 14K GOLD ENGAGEMENT RING US $1,350.00
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Windows with a water view
MONTEREY, Calif. – Dawn is coming soon. The lights are off, the sound system silent and the beasts of the Monterey Bay Aquarium have the place mostly to themselves: the otters, the anemones, the octopuses, the great white shark in the big tank, the lame young albatross in its rooftop cage – and Kacey Kurimura, who is at the kitchen sink in her apron and waterproof boots, reaching for a knife.
Peonies 'Krinkled White' and 'Vivid Rose'
Add Old-Fashioned Beauty to Your Garden
Peonies have an old-fashioned beauty and longevity that have made them a perennial favorite of gardeners. Before being introduced in North America, they were grown thousands of years ago in gardens across the world. There is evidence that Peonies were used for medicinal purposes in Europe over 2000 years ago and that during the reign of Emperor Yang (605-617) in China they were grown as ornamental plants. Peonies were introduced in North America during the 1830's and their popularity has only increased since then. This week we are featuring two of our favorite Peonies - 'Krinkled White' and 'Vivid Rose.'
'Krinkled White'
'Krinkled White' is a simple and classic Peony - large single, snow white petals around a pillow of rich golden stamens and green pistils. 'Krinkled White' is a nice contrast to the more common double flowering varieties. The ruffled-edge, crepe paper-like petals form a bowl shape that can reach 5 to 7 inches across. The stems are straight and strong and do not flop in the garden. 'Krinkled White' is ideal for a cut floral display. Easy-to-grow and a prolific bloomer.
'Vivid Rose'
'Vivid Rose' has large, fully double, brilliant pink blooms that actually glow in the garden! Introduced in 1952 by the renowned Klehm family, it remains a favorite of gardeners not only for its beautiful blooms, but for its delightful sweet scent. The blooms can reach up to 6 to 8 inches across. As with 'Krinkled White', 'Vivid Rose' also has stiff stems with disease-resistant, crinkled foliage that remains deep green right into autumn.
Planting and Care
Both 'Krinkled White' and 'Vivid Rose' are extremely hardy and once established, are one of the longest lived perennials available - lasting for over 50 years! Expect them to reach about 30 inches high, with the stunning display of blooms in the spring. The foliage forms a nice round clump - making the Peonies look more like shrubs than perennials. When cut in the almost-open bud stage, they open in water and last about a week indoors. Do not cut any flowers the first or second year. Be sure to cut faded flowers to prevent seed formation.
Early to mid fall is the best time to plant Peonies as it allows time for their roots to become established. Your peony will spend its first year getting established and will not be floriferous.
- Prefers an area with full sun, but will tolerate some shade. Good drainage is essential. Alkaline soil is a preference but is not essential.
- Mix lots of compost, such as Chesapeake Blue, into the soil at planting. Fertilize with Bulb-Tone in early spring. When planting, do not put fertilizer directly on the plant roots but into the soil away from the roots. Peonies should be lightly fertilized again after blooming.
- Plant with the "eyes" exactly 1 1/2 inches below the soil level. Water well right after planting.
- Mulch with 2 inches of shredded hardwood mulch after the ground has frozen. Remove the mulch in the early spring.
- Hardy in zones 3-8.
Click here to view 'Krinkled White' on the Carroll Gardens website.
Click here to view 'Vivid Rose' on the Carroll Gardens website.
About the Author
Alan Summers, president of Carroll Gardens, Inc., has over 30 years experience in gardening and landscape design. He has made Carroll Gardens one of America's preeminent nurseries, having introduced more than 20 new perennials and woody shrubs over the years and reintroduced numerous "lost" cultivars back to American gardeners.
Carroll Gardens publishes a weekly online newsletter written by Alan. It contains valuable gardening advice and tips and answers to customer questions. Click here to sign up for the Carroll Gardens weekly enewsletter.
Every Saturday, Alan hosts a call-in gardening forum on WCBM radio - 680 AM. For those outside of the WCBM listening area, they can listen to radio show via the internet.
Visit CarrollGardens.com to learn more.