Ilex

I went to the farmers market this morning in search of a birthday gift for a friend. She has a number of dietary restrictions and a discerning taste. I had a vague idea of flowers in mind.

I came across lovely bundles of peach colored stalks of ilex berries, also known as winterberry. I purchased a bundle, put it in a carafe with warm water, and tied a shimmery russet orange ribbon around it. Perfect for an autumn birthday gift.