Spring has sprung, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with beautiful spring blooms.
Easter signals a time of year when Mother Nature recharges, which is certainly a cause for celebration.
If you’re looking for floral inspiration for yourEaster table, we’ve got you covered.
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Take a look at their suggestions and get ready to wow your guests this Easter.
They stand out on their own, so you don’t need to pair them with other flowers.
Lilies are poisonous to cats so be sure to keep them far away from your fluffy friends.
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“They come in lovely, attractive colors.”
Luckily,arrangements of fresh-cut tulipslook fine on their own.
Keep these blooms out of direct sunlight and add flower food to the water for longer shelf life.
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If you don’t have flower food, place a penny at the bottom of the vase.
She suggests pairing these with blooms in shades of blue, like hydrangea, thistle, or anemones.
You’ll want to change the water every other day, too.
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Daffodils
“The yellow of the daffodils makes me think of yellow Peeps!”
“I love daffodils because they come in many different varieties and bloom sizes.”
“Avoid any blooms that are fully opened, crumbled, or browning.”
Daffodils are associated with luck and unrequited love.Photo Credit: Nicolette Wells/Moment/Getty Images
Trim the bottom of the stems at a 45-degree angle and place them in cool water with flower food.
Change the water daily and snip the stem ends to extend their shelf life.
According to Carroll, you should take one step before putting these blooms into your favorite vase.
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“These flowers perform best if you leave the bulb on the stem.
Add flower food and change the water daily to prevent a cloudy buildup.
“Daisies are a great flower for Easter and spring in general,” Buterbaugh says.
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“There’s something about looking at a daisy that evokes happiness and cheer.
They’re hardy, low-maintenance, and well-priced, so a good bang for your buck.”
Buterbaugh suggests pairingdifferent varieties of daisiesin an arrangement instead of pairing them with other flowers.
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“Hellebores are a newer favorite,” says Carroll.
“Theyre kinda like hydrangeas but with softer, smaller clusters.”
To help them last longer, Carroll recommends scoring the stems vertically to help them drink better.
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Lilacs
Thesefragrant flowerscreate gorgeous flower arrangements.
“I’m always hopeful that our lilac bushes will be in bloom for Easter.
They are the perfect pastel color for the holiday,” says lifestyle bloggerJulie Blanner.
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“Stems of lilacs make an effortless arrangement that doesnt require any experience.”
“To increase the vase life of lilacs, remove most of the green leaves,” Blanner advises.
“They are so versatile,” Blanner continues.
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They pair well with hydrangea, roses, thistle, and lambs ear.”
To extend the life of these fluffy blooms, she recommends sticking them in your refrigerator each night.
“The cool temperature extends their life and even rejuvenates them.”
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If there’s no room in the fridge, add ice to their water for a similar effect.
These fluffy, romantic blooms bring elegance and style to any Easter table.
(Avoid the fully blown blooms, even though they’re beautiful at that stage.)
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“[Dahlias] are my go-to when I want to add impact,” says Carroll.
“Their variation of shapes always adds a visual appeal to a tablescape.
Fritillaria
“There are several types of fritillaria flowers, all with characteristic downward-facing blooms.
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The most common are in orange with multiple heads and a single checkered mauve bloom.
They are a special treat in spring!”
says Bronwen Smith, founder of floral and event design companyBFloral.
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Freesia
“Freesia are small, but they come with incredible fragrance!”
“With a longer vase life, they make a great cut flower for your home.
“In the spring, they are typically available as a cut flower in light purple.
They have elegant thin stems and large blooms, along with a long vase life.
They prefer warm water and a darker environment to last their longest!”
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