Valentine’s Day is coming, and cut flowers make a great gift for your special person. When buying cut flowers at any time of year, take a close look at the flowers to make sure they are fresh.

The optimal time for cutting most flowers is early in the morning when temperatures are cooler, helping flowers maintain moisture and stay fresh longer. Late afternoon is an alternative time for ...

Some cut flower plants don't thrive when transplanted and they prefer their seeds be sown outdoors, directly into the garden without being moved.