Fresh flowers—whether picked directly from your yard or garden, or coming via a professional bouquet or arrangement—have a relatively short shelf life. No matter how clean you keep the water, or how ...

To dry flowers, first cut the stems and remove any unwanted leaves or wilted petals. Air-drying and pressing are the simplest methods, but they can take several weeks. Silica gel is the quickest ...

There are so many beautiful ways to use flowers around your home. For my family, an affinity for flowers is practically genetic; my maternal grandmother and mom both taught my sister and I different ...

Picking up a fresh bouquet is the easiest way to spruce up your home (and boost your mood!)—but no matter the time of year, your beloved flowers and foliage will start to wither eventually. Instead of ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whatever flowers you choose should be in excellent condition. If cutting flowers from your own garden, ...

A bouquet of flowers can be the perfect way to brighten up your home during the winter months, but sadly unlike plants, they can not be kept alive long-term. However, there are some ways you can ...

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Flowers are a very popular gift for Mother's Day. People spent $3.2 billion on flowers for the holiday in 2023, according to Statista. But while fragrant bouquets will light up the big day, it's ...