Are you looking to fill your home with beautiful, fresh-cut flower bouquets straight from your garden? Planting a selection of flowers specifically for cutting can provide you with an endless supply of blooms to create stunning arrangements throughout the seasons. Here are some of the best flowers to grow in your garden for exquisite cut flower bouquets:
Peonies (Paeonia spp.)
Peonies are beloved for their lush, fragrant blooms that come in a range of colors, including white, pink, red, and coral. These perennial flowers produce large, fluffy petals that add elegance and charm to any bouquet. Plant peonies in a sunny spot with well-drained soil and enjoy their abundant blooms in late spring to early summer.
Zinnias (Zinnia elegans)
Zinnias are easy-to-grow annual flowers that come in a rainbow of colors and bloom prolifically throughout the summer months. Their bright, daisy-like flowers make excellent additions to vibrant and cheerful bouquets. Plant zinnias in full sun and well-drained soil, and don’t forget to deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooming.
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Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus)
Sunflowers are iconic summer flowers known for their large, sunny blooms and tall, sturdy stems. These cheerful flowers are perfect for creating rustic and cheerful bouquets. Plant sunflowers in a sunny location with rich soil and watch them reach for the sky with their impressive growth.
Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)
Cosmos are delicate and airy annual flowers that produce an abundance of daisy-like blooms in shades of pink, white, and purple. Their feathery foliage and long stems make them ideal for adding height and movement to flower arrangements. Cosmos thrive in full sun and well-drained soil.
Dahlias (Dahlia spp.)
Dahlias are show-stopping flowers with intricate, colorful blooms that range from small pom-poms to dinner-plate-sized flowers. With a wide variety of shapes and colors available, dahlias are versatile additions to any cutting garden. Plant dahlias in a sunny spot with fertile soil and provide support for their tall stems.
Sweet Peas (Lathyrus odoratus)
Sweet peas are highly fragrant annual climbers that produce clusters of delicate, pastel-colored flowers. These charming blooms are perfect for adding a touch of nostalgia and fragrance to bouquets. Plant sweet peas in a sunny location with well-drained soil and provide a trellis or support for them to climb.
Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum)
Lisianthus, also known as Texas bluebells, are elegant perennials that resemble roses with their ruffled petals and long-lasting flowers. These beauties come in shades of white, pink, purple, and blue and are excellent for adding a touch of sophistication to bouquets. Plant lisianthus in a sunny spot with rich, well-drained soil.
Tips for Growing Cut Flowers
- Choose a variety of flowers that bloom at different times to ensure continuous flowering throughout the growing season.
- Keep your cutting garden well-watered and regularly deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers.
- Harvest flowers early in the morning or late in the evening when they are fully hydrated for longer vase life.
- Use sharp, clean garden shears to cut flowers at an angle and immediately place them in a bucket of water to prevent wilting.
By growing these stunning flowers in your garden, you’ll have an endless supply of fresh blooms to create gorgeous cut flower bouquets for your home or to gift to loved ones. Visit Applewood Nursery & Landscape Supply to explore our selection of seeds, bulbs, and plants ideal for your cutting garden and start growing your own beautiful flower arrangements today! Happy gardening and happy arranging!
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