I love buying flowers, and there are several good green grocers near me that sell many different types of flowers. The problem I have is, what to buy and how much should I buy? I am always disastified with what I end up as I leave the store.

So I am excited to try this formula which I found at Cup of Jo. You can too! You need to buy:

• a seasonal flower (tulips, daffodils, whatever)
• a filler flower (like one with little buds on it, like baby’s breath)
• a flower that fits the color palette (spray roses look good with everything)
• greenery (“I generally like bigger wider leaves,” she says)

Once you get home, grab a vase and fill it like so:

1. Greenery goes first, since it’s the foundation to hold everything together.
2. Add the filler flower.
3. Layer in the spray roses.
4. Lastly, add the seasonal flower, which is usually the most delicate, but everything else will hold it up.

With any luck, it will look just like the ones in the blog post (which is where the rules and instructions also come from).

Want more guidance? Head on over to Cup of Jo and read the original source of this great advice.