Varieties of Cut Flowers

Orange blossoms match decor colors for Thanksgiving.

Cut flowers are available year-round, although you are likely to find different varieties depending on the time of year. Most grocery stores supply flowers that are in season, but some also carry exotic flowers from other countries. Cut flowers such as sunflowers or roses can be arranged in the middle of your table as your centerpiece. You can also place flowers on your mantle or other areas where you need to brighten up your home.

Carnations

Carnations are often used as corsages for prom.

Carnations are classic cut flowers that are seen in stores all year long. These flowers come in white, pink, blue, red and orange, just to name a few colors. The stems are long and thick and they tend to last just over a week in a water-filled vase. Carnations are usually inexpensive.

Daisies

Pink daisies can stand out in a neutral room.

Daisies are a simple yet attractive flower. You can feature daisies in your home throughout the year because the colors are so versatile. White daisies match any occasion, but you can also place red, orange, pink and yellow daisies on your table. Most daisies begin to die after the first week, but some hang on for a full two weeks.

Roses

Roses symbolize love.

Roses are a common type of cut flower. These flowers come in a rainbow of colors. Some hybrid varieties combine colors, such as orange with pink tips. Most types of roses can last up to two weeks. You can add fertilizer to the water to influence how long they last. Some bouquets come with this, but you can also buy a small package at the store.

Roses are also combined with baby's breath flowers and other greenery to make them more attractive. The major drawback of cut roses, like other cut flowers, is that these plants can't be transplanted into the ground. Once they are cut, they will only last for a few weeks at the most. The only way to keep your roses forever is to allow them to dry out by hanging them upside down with no water.

Sophronitis

The sophronitis is a type of orchid.

The sophronitis is a tropical flower found in some stores. This flower has a bold red-orange blossom and dark green foliage. The flower is star shaped with soft petals. The sophronitis thrives in warm, humid climates, so it must be kept indoors after it has been cut. You can pair a sophronitis bouquet with other tropical flowers to create a stunning display of exotic flora.

Amazon Lily

The amazon lily looks similar to a daffodil.

The amazon lily is a large tropical flower that is often cut for Hawaiian-style or tropical bouquets. This flower has a large, thick stem with light green foliage. The lily is white with star-shaped petals and a protruding green center. Buy amazon lilies if you want a bouquet that makes a statement. This lily is also fragrant.

References

• Bella Online: Some Perennial Daisies for Cut Flowers
• Flower Possibilities: Encyclopedia
• The Flower Expert: Carnations
• The Flower Expert: Tropical Flowers
• The Flower Expert: Amazon Lily