There’s nothing quite like receiving a fresh bouquet of cut flowers. They can cheer up a room, bring a bit of nature indoors and, if you’re lucky, release a heavenly fragrance. But nothing kills that ...

Faux flowers have long suffered from a less-than-glamorous reputation. Often too shiny, too plastic, or unnaturally coloured, they’ve been considered the reserve of dusty dining rooms or hotel lobbies ...

Fresh cut flower arrangements are fleeting, but you can keep them lively longer by taking a few simple steps in selection, conditioning and nourishment. “Cut flowers generally last five to seven days ...

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 ...

For flower lovers, nothing brightens up a home more than receiving a beautiful flower arrangement or getting to keep a fancy bridesmaid bouquet. On the flip side, nothing is sadder than finally having ...

* Holiday plants will stay in shape longer in a cool spot (65 to 70 degrees F) with bright light but not direct sun. * Keep them out of drafts and away from where they'll touch windows. If drainage ...