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Twine, cut in 10 to 12-inch lengths. You'll be using one piece of twine for every flower you are drying. Next, place the drying rack or hangers with tied, suspended flowers in a dry area of your home ...

Fresh flowers—whether picked directly from your yard or garden, or coming via a professional bouquet or arrangement—have a relatively short shelf life. No matter how clean you keep the water, or how ...

I love always having a jar full of fresh flowers in my space, from fluffy hydrangeas to delicate peonies to fiery birds of paradise—especially when they’re snipped from my family’s garden. Alas, these ...

People dry flowers for so many reasons. Whether it's to preserve sentimental memories, learn a new craft, or jump on the chicest trend when it comes to interior design, it's really easy to do once you ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

The rainbow of blooms starts with red starflower and fades into mustard billy balls, green ferns and blue thistle. There are buckets of grasses and palms upstairs and even more flowers hang overhead.

Flowers are a wonderful addition to any home. If you want to preserve a special bouquet for posterity, you can dry your favourite blooms to feature as a permanent fixture in your home. There are ...

A bouquet of flowers can be the perfect way to brighten up your home during the winter months, but sadly unlike plants, they can not be kept alive long-term. However, there are some ways you can ...

From DIY dried flower art and huge perennial plant hauls to charming cottage gardens and fall foliage tours, explore the beauty of flowers, seasonal gardening tips, and creative outdoor spaces.