When you receive (or give yourself) a beautiful bouquet of flowers, they look great for a day or two before they start to fade. But you can make fresh-cut flowers last longer. Whether you grab some ...

Want to add a burst of color and sweet aromas to your home, but don't like how quickly picked flowers wilt? Here are several kinds of flowers that last the longest after being cut.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Bringing a vibrant bouquet into your home is not just about the ...

Back when my wife and I were grad students in Illinois, we got by on Saturday morning samples from the local IGA and Swedish meatballs and egg rolls for happy hour at the local pub. The two of us ...

Every year, on the second Sunday in May, many Americans spend the day honoring individuals who either gave them life, cared for them or were examples of how to care for and love others. This year, ...

Cutting the stems of your flowers is essential for helping them absorb water more efficiently. Trim about 1-2 inches off the bottom of each stem at a 45-degree angle using sharp scissors (Image: Canva ...

They dazzle with splashes of color, smooth to ruddy textures, and delicate to flamboyant fragrances. They can brighten a space and buoy a mood. Part extravagance, part healer, flowers can add a ...

Whether stems are snipped from your garden or received as a bouquet, there are ways you can extend the look of fresh-cut flowers. Here’s how, with advice from flower expert Debra Prinzing, who wrote ...

A: Fresh-cut flowers can brighten up a room. Some simple steps can help prolong the display. Try to buy your flowers from a vendor with high turnover, to ensure they are fresh. Flowers with brown ...

California Cut Flower Commission Field to Vase dinner guests leaving with arms full of fresh flowers. California Cut Flower Commission A Field to Vase dinner guest collecting her parting swag bag and ...

“I have had challenges getting cut flowers to last in my home and desperately need some color to get through the rest of winter. Are there some steps I can take to extend the display time of my ...