Re-Thinking Carnations

I recently mentioned to my husband how many of my favorite bloggers have named carnations as their go-to flower.  It is true that carnations are affordable, last weeks, and provide a great pop of color.  Well, on his recent trip to the grocery, Rick surprised me with several bouquets.  Thank you sweetie!  It wasn't that I did not like carnations before, but they just seemed so...carnationy?  Well, I'm convinced now - and they really do last for weeks - double bonus!



At the risk of looking like a funeral parlor, we now have flowers in just about every room, ha!

My advice for using carnations in your home:

1. Avoid the dyed ones.  Go for natural only.

2.  Use only one color per arrangement.

3.  Use where an instant pop of color would make you squeal.

4.  Cut the tips of the stems and refresh the water every couple of days.

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