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Cut-flower operations are popping up like self-seeding daisies all over the U.S. lately as farmers and small-scale growers cash in on a trend toward locally grown cut flowers. Interest in local cut ...

In 2026, flower trends are all about beauty and practicality. According to gardening pros, these 10 flowers will take over gardens everywhere this year.

One of the joys of gardening, especially raising flowers, is creating a bouquet using blooms and greenery from garden beds and pots. You’d be surprised at what you can find in your yard and along the ...

I never planned to transform my entire yard into a cutting garden. It happened gradually. A few callas would find their way into a vase in early spring, then some daffodils would turn up on a hall ...

Have a look at 14 of these impressive gardens that are blooming this week inside the 197th annual Philadelphia Flower Show.

Your beautiful blooms will look fresh longer if you maintain them properly. Chanie Kirschner is a writer, advice columnist, and educator who has covered topics ranging from parenting to fashion to ...

Why do some cut flowers and bouquets seem to die immediately? How can you prolong them once you get them home in a vase?—Grand Floral Charade I have the same problem, Floral—my blooms are fine in the ...

As alternatives, a small potted plant or flowers in a jar would be another way to thank the hosts without creating extra work ...

A growing number of farmers' markets and roadside stands offer local growers an opportunity to sell homegrown bouquets.