Dried flowers are not always beloved. Less colorful and fragrant than their former selves, they are, at their very worst, associated with dusty homes and death. But what if, like artificial flowers, ...

Dried flower wedding bouquets are having a well-deserved moment, and it’s easy to see why. They’re effortlessly chic, long-lasting, and bring a natural charm that fits every wedding vibe—from boho and ...

Dried flowers can be a hard sell. I learned as much first-hand during a high school summer job as a florist’s assistant. After a customer rebuffed my suggestion to add some stems of purple statice – a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Hydrangeas with their cheerful pom-pom blooms deserve to be shown off—not only in your garden, but also ...

Hydrangea will begin to go brown and die off during the colder weather, but you can keep these summer flowers vibrant and colourful in your home as a floral arrangement for up to a year by learning ...

Of all the Thanksgiving centerpiece ideas, floral arrangements are most likely to bring a vibrancy to your table. Consider ...

While dried flowers are the height of fashion, too often shop-bought bunches are sprayed with preservatives or coloured with synthetic, environmentally harmful dyes. Growing your own is a wonderful ...

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 ...