Enjoy a long-lasting bouquet by choosing cut flowers that stand the test of time – perfect for your wallet and the environment.
Flowers like tulips, peonies, dahlias, and amaryllis are great examples of blooms that last. The type of flowers you select plays a big role in the bouquet's longevity, as some varieties naturally stay fresh longer than others.
Check out our seasonal guide for inspiration and discover the best long-lasting cut flowers for every time of year!
Tulips, buttercups, and sweet anemones are perfect for ushering in the feeling of spring. You can also add beautiful branches and enjoy the lovely fragrance and vibrant yellow of mimosa.
If you're cutting branches from nature, be sure to make a long, slanted cut. Fill a vase with cold water, almost to the top, and change the water frequently. Make sure no leaves are submerged to keep your arrangement fresh.
For a vibrant spring bouquet, choose from tulips, buttercups, anemones, mimosa, or daffodils!
In the summer, we long for romantic blooms like peonies, allium, zinnias, and delicate sweet peas—all of which can be grown right in your garden.
If you don’t have a garden, head out and gather armfuls of beautiful wildflowers from the meadows. Just remember to trim the stems at an angle before placing them in water to help them last longer.
For a stunning summer bouquet, choose from peonies, sweet peas, daisies, snapdragons, allium, poppies, and sunflowers!
Autumn is the perfect season for hydrangeas – a cut flower that looks stunning both fresh and dried. Once they've finished blooming, simply drain the water from the vase and allow them to dry. This method also works beautifully for protea and blood lily.
Create a striking autumn bouquet by arranging dried protea with a few sprigs of dried blood lily and kangaroo paw. The result is an elegant arrangement in muted tones, perfect for the season and long-lasting beyond autumn.
You can also choose from dahlia, sunflower, and gladiolus, to add even more variety to your dried flower displays.
As autumn fades into winter, the elegant amaryllis takes center stage. Did you know that poinsettias can also be transformed into stunning cut flowers?
When your potted poinsettia starts to wilt, simply cut the stems. Let them rest in water to allow the milky sap to drain. Then, place the flowers in a beautiful vase, and enjoy their vibrant display for several more weeks.
Other wonderful choices for winter arrangements include Christmas rose, hyacinth, ilex, and skimmia.
Some flowers are long-lasting and not tied to any season. You can enjoy timeless classics like roses, carnations, alstroemeria, and vibrant green eucalyptus in your bouquets all year round.
1. Make sure the vase is clean.
2. Cut the flowers with a sharp knife or scissors at an angle.
3. Remove leaves that have ended up in the water.
4. Change water every day.
5. Place the flowers in a bright place.
Here you will find care advice for our most common cut flowers.