How do you make Easter flowers last as long as possible? In this post, you’ll find care tips for Easter flowers! Easter is a joyful spring holiday and a favorite time of year for many. It’s common to decorate the home with various flowers during this season, such as tulips, daffodils, grape hyacinths, hyacinths, and Easter grass. In this article,…

Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) has become one of my absolute favorites for cut flower growing here at Aspegren’s Garden in Ostrobothnia, Finland. It is beautiful, easy to grow from seeds, and blooms abundantly – and the best part is that it fits perfectly in cut flower bouquets. With its airy shape, elegant flowers, and generous blooming, cosmos is a must-have in…

Snapdragon is a popular cut flower that you can grow yourself in the Nordics. Snapdragon is beautiful and durable as a cut flower, with a long blooming period, making it perfect for both gardens and vases. It is easy to grow from seed, and it is an excellent choice for beginner gardeners. Here are the growing instructions. Pre-cultivation of snapdragon…

Zinnia is one of the most popular cut flowers among flower growers, and its blooms are very beautiful, colorful, and long-lasting as cut flowers. Growing zinnias from seed doesn’t require much experience or special knowledge, so it’s well-suited even for beginners. Growing zinnias from seed is also successful in Finland and in northern conditions. Here are the best tips and…

We wanted to see the flowers and tulips of the Netherlands in the spring of 2020, but instead, our trip took place in December 2022. Instead, we got to enjoy Amsterdam’s Christmas atmosphere. The Netherlands and Amsterdam are famous for their tulips, and of course, we wanted to see Amsterdam’s tulips as well. So, on our second day, we headed…

Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) is one of the most beloved summer flowers, known for its vibrant colors and ease of cultivation. Its sky-blue hue has made it a symbol of summer meadows and midsummer wreaths, but it also comes in shades of pink, white, and purple. Cornflower is not only beautiful but also an essential plant for pollinators like bees and…

The sunflower is one of the most radiant and joyful flowers of summer, which leaves no one untouched. Its magnificent, large flower heads turn to follow the sun, and it is this unique trait that has given the plant its name. The sunflower is popular both in flower fields, gardens, and as a cut flower, spreading a sense of late…

The China aster is lovely and striking in a bouquet, with its large flowers. The China aster can also be grown from seed in Finland. There are various colours available, including white, pink, blue, lilac, and champagne. The China aster blooms later in the autumn, as its growing period is slightly longer than many other cut flowers in Finland. Here…

I bought new tulips for the weekend, but since they are still in bud, I decided to post pictures of the previous tulip bouquet 🌷. Tulips generally last about two weeks at home – because I store tulips overnight in the refrigerator. It is interesting to watch how the tulip changes its shape and colour in the vase. At first,…