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In Full Bloom

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  • In Full Bloom
    “When you buy flowers in season, you get a better deal, says Leatham. For summer, hydrangeas are best because they are in full bloom, as are garden roses. Peonies are also in season, and 90% of people have that as their favorite flower.
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  • In Full Bloom
    “People are starting to use monochromatic flowers,” says Leatham, who is artistic director of the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris. “Putting all pink flowers together, or all green and white — that’s a big trend.”
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  • In Full Bloom
    “A great day to buy flowers is later in the week,” he says. “Florists usually buy at the beginning of the week, but buy late Thursday or on Saturday. You’ll get really open flowers that are fully in bloom, but they may be cheaper.”
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  • In Full Bloom
    Ignore the old wives' tale of putting a penny in the vase to stretch the lifespan of flowers. “Just change the water in the vase to get your flowers to last for five days or more,” insists Leatham. “Keep the water clean, so that there isn’t bacteria build-up.”
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  • In Full Bloom
    Fight the temptation to buy stems fully in bloom if you can afford it. Instead, “buy the flowers when they are very closed and not fully bloomed; they will last for the 5 days,” suggests Leatham, host of TLC's Flowers Uncut.
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  • In Full Bloom
    “The most important thing is to have a great vase,” says Leatham, who recommends bubble bowls, cubes and transparent vases. “Don’t get carried away with novelty vases.”
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  • In Full Bloom
    “The best places for flowers is next to the bed, bathroom or kitchen — places that you always use and visit in,” says Leatham, who is also noticing a trend toward dramatic floral arrangements in foyers and entryways.
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  • In Full Bloom
    “If you’re on a budget, go to your florist and ask them what types of flowers are not their freshest but will last a couple days — they’ll give you half off,” Leatham reveals. “If you’re buying for an event, this works. Always cut a deal.”
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  • Tip #1: Shop Seasonally

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    “When you buy flowers in season, you get a better deal," says Leatham. "For summer, hydrangeas are best because they are in full bloom, as are garden roses. Peonies are also in season, and 90% of people have that as their favorite flower."

  • Tip #2: Follow the Trends

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    “People are starting to use monochromatic flowers,” says Leatham, who is artistic director of the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris. “Putting all pink flowers together, or all green and white — that’s a big trend.”

  • Tip #3: Buy at Week’s End

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    “A great day to buy flowers is later in the week,” he says. “Florists usually buy at the beginning of the week, but buy late Thursday or on Saturday. You’ll get really open flowers that are fully in bloom, but they may be cheaper.”

  • Tip #4: Fresh Water Every 2 or 3 Days

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    Ignore the old wives' tale of putting a penny in the vase to stretch the lifespan of flowers. “Just change the water in the vase to get your flowers to last for five days or more,” insists Leatham. “Keep the water clean, so that there isn’t bacteria build-up.”

  • Tip #5: Closed Buds Last Longer

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    Fight the temptation to buy stems fully in bloom if you can afford it. Instead, “buy the flowers when they are very closed and not fully bloomed; they will last for the 5 days,” suggests Leatham, host of TLC's Flowers Uncut.

  • Tip #6: Keep it Simple

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    “The most important thing is to have a great vase,” says Leatham, who recommends bubble bowls, cubes and transparent vases. “Don’t get carried away with novelty vases.”

  • Tip #7: Place in High-Traffic Zones for Drama

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    “The best places for flowers is next to the bed, bathroom or kitchen — places that you always use and visit in,” says Leatham, who is also noticing a trend toward dramatic floral arrangements in foyers and entryways.

  • Tip #8: Bargain with the Florist

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    “If you’re on a budget, go to your florist and ask them what types of flowers are not their freshest but will last a couple days — they’ll give you half off,” Leatham reveals. “If you’re buying for an event, this works. Always cut a deal.”

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