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What cut flowers last longer?
Sundi Jo Graham
There is nothing more beautiful than walking into your dining room to find fresh cut flowers filling the room with their alluring scent. A rainbow of colors fills the vase with the freshness and grace of having just been picked from your very own back yard.
The rewards of having your very own flower garden can be many. Individuals can save hundreds of dollars per year growing their own flowers versus buying them from local markets or florists. Entertaining guests becomes easier as they arrive to the gift of fresh flowers on the coffee table as the hors d'oeuvres are passed around. 
You know the benefits of having your own meadow of flowers, but what are the best kinds to grow? What flowers last longer? Hydrangeas, Irises, Sunflowers, Daffodils, Tulips, Zinnias, Daisies, and Marigolds are among the top pick for the best cut flowers to grow. All of these flowers require minimal care and will grow beautifully if properly attended to.
 Not only must a person tend to the garden, flowers must be cared for when brought inside the home, business or any other location as well. To keep your flowers lasting longer, add water to them as soon as you cut them, as their life supply ends the moment you remove them from the garden. When adding water, using warm water is a better choice than cold. To avoid overfilling the vase, be selective when choosing what flowers you will group together. If there is not enough air circulating amongst them the life span will not be as long. Before arranging the flowers the way you wish to have them displayed, conditioning is always a good option. The stems fill with water and extend the life span. Individuals may also purchase a preservative from any supermarket or florist to add to the life of the flowers and kill any bacteria that has gathered.
Keep these recommendations in mind when cutting your fresh flowers and quickly find your home or business filled with beautiful, fresh accents that will be popular with guests.
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