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Favorite Blooms: Summer Sunflowers
Add a Week's Worth of Instant Cheer for Less Than 10 Dollars
What do you think of when you think of sunflowers? The American Midwest? Tuscany? Spitting out seeds? The best bargain in the Trader Joe's flower section? For many of us, sunflowers simply cheer us up and make us happy; adding a vase full of them to a room can instantly transform the mood. Because the first day of summer is approaching, and that's when The National Sunflower Association has its summer seminar, it seems like a great time to give these hard-working beauties their due.
Sunflowers go with many color palettes, but I particularly love when their yellow petals pair up with another primary color, like this bouquet with these blue chairs.
While sunflowers have a country feel, they work well in modern and contemporary rooms. The scale of this arrangement is perfect for this room's proportions.
Tip: Larger sunflower stalks are thick and heavy; use an large and sturdy vase to keep prevent them from tipping over.
Tip: Larger sunflower stalks are thick and heavy; use an large and sturdy vase to keep prevent them from tipping over.
It's always a treat to enjoy sunflowers outdoors, whether they are peeking over a fence or arranged in a vase.
Tip: Try cutting the sunflowers height down so that most of the bloom is encased in a glass vase. Suzanne Kasler's Quatrefoil Vase is a good choice for emulating the look in this image.
Tip: Try cutting the sunflowers height down so that most of the bloom is encased in a glass vase. Suzanne Kasler's Quatrefoil Vase is a good choice for emulating the look in this image.
Sunflowers add a graphic pop of color to a black and white palette.
Because they are native to the United States, sunflowers are a wonderful addition to a patriotic summer tablescape.
The sunflowers are the icing on the cake in this bright and cheery room.
Sunflowers, horses, and cows belong together.
These sunflowers contribute to the comfortable country style of this room.
If you are completely gaga over sunflowers, you may want to use their colors as an inspiration for your decor.
This breathtaking spot seems like it would feel a bit like sitting inside of a sunflower.
Subdued sunflower yellows and dark accents create a wonderfully warm mood in this library.
Sunflower print fabric on the window treatments add just the right amount of pattern to this sophisticated room.
Sunflower Bottle Tree Garden Sculpture
If you're looking to add some permanent sunflower decor to your house, I've rounded up a few products for you. Bottle trees are an eclectic tradition here in the American South; do you see them often where you live?
Sunflower Medallion Knob, Coral
These eclectic knobs can transform the look of a bureau or your cabinets.
Galbraith & Paul Sunflowers Fabric
This sunny fabric from Galbraith and Paul always packs a happy punch.
Cosmos and Sunflower Salad Servers
Serve up your summer salads with these elegant and fun floral tongs.
Large Black Omaggio Vase
Finding a good sunflower-compatible vase can be a bit tricky, as they are heavy and their stems are thick. This vase would handle about 3-4 smaller sunflowers. The graphic black and white stripes on this vase combined with the sunflower yellow will make a stunning centerpiece.
'Waterproof' Porcelain Vase
For larger sunflowers, a tall and sturdy vase is a must. This sturdy boot-shaped vase will add to the happy mood when you fill it with sunflowers.
SOCKERÄRT Vase
The combination of this pitcher and sunflowers will add country charm to any room in your home.
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Thinking Spring: Blossoming Branches
Treat Yourself to a Bouquet of Flowers
Do you have a favorite flower you like to grow, cut, buy and/or use for decorating inspiration? Please tell us about it in the comments section!
Tip: When preparing your sunflowers, cut the stems at an angle, then run water over the cuts to jumpstart hydration. Sunflowers tend to be big drinkers, so check on your vase every other day to make sure you have enough water.