8 Best Cut Flowers for Home Décor

Turn any room in your home into a relaxing and inviting sanctuary with fresh flowers. Blooms do not only add life to a room; they also bring colour, texture and style. But to make sure the freshness and style won’t be ruined by a bouquet that wilts in less than a week, keep the vase water clean at all times and if you can, choose cut flowers that last long.

Here is a list of our favourite long-lasting blooms that will add an elegant look to your interiors for at least 7 days:

Alstroemeria

A popular choice, alstroemerias or Peruvian lilies make elegant flower decors in contemporary spaces. The streaks and speckles of this flower are so interesting and diverse that they can instantly add drama and style to any space. Our florists frequently use alstroemerias in mixed arrangements because of their exceptional longevity and ability to complement other flowers beautifully.

Colours: yellows, oranges, white, red, purples, oranges, pinks Vase life: 7 to 14 days Display tips: Their eye-catching appeal will shine in white vases. You can buy a large bunch in different colours and display them together as a mixed bouquet or arranged from light to dark. We offer clear glass vases that can be added to any flower order, or you can select from our "flowers with vase" category for arrangements that come complete and ready for display.

Proper care: Being a thirsty flower, cut alstroemerias must be displayed in a vase full of water. Check the vase often to ensure it's full. When you receive alstroemerias from us, re-cut the stems at a 45-degree angle under running water and place them immediately in fresh, room-temperature water to maximise their impressive vase life.

Bird of Paradise

An eye-catching cut flower, no doubt. This bloom that looks like it's about to take flight can bring the design style of your home to new heights. Bird of paradise flowers are among the most dramatic options in our Australian Native flower arrangements, perfect for customers who want something truly unique and conversation-starting.

Colours: bright orange and blue Vase life: 7 to 14 days Display tips: Display bird of paradise flowers to give your space a bold and exotic vibe. This cut flower will complement a modern tropical home. This is also the flower to choose when you want a fresh blossom to deliver a striking visual statement in your space. Our florists often pair bird of paradise with other native Australian flowers like banksias and grevilleas to create stunning arrangements that showcase Australia's unique flora.

Proper care: Keep them in a room with cool temperature, away from heat and drafts. When your bird of paradise arrangement arrives, place it away from direct sunlight and heating vents, and replace the water every 2-3 days to maintain their impressive longevity and keep the striking orange and blue colours at their most brilliant.

Carnation

A classic choice, carnations will give your home a dreamy and sophisticated vibe. You have the option to choose large-flowered carnations or spray carnations. In the language of flowers, pink carnations say "I'll never forget you," making them perfect for apology arrangements, while red carnations symbolise admiration and are ideal for expressing gratitude.

Colours: pink, red, white, green, purple, yellow Vase life: 7 to 14 days Display tips: Pair them with Baby's Breath for a romantic centrepiece. Mix pale and dark colours for contrast. Our florists often combine carnations with roses in our popular Roses & Carnations arrangements, creating beautiful contrast in both texture and meaning.

Proper care: Carnations are best displayed in a cool room away from bright sunlight for the entire day. For the longest life, use distilled water and replace it every three days. When your carnation arrangement arrives from Lily's Florist, trim the stems at a 45-degree angle and remove any leaves that would sit below the waterline to prevent bacterial growth and maximise their impressive two-week vase life. More flower care tips.

Freesias

A stunning flower with a wonderful smell, freesias will spruce up your space with its natural charm. Freesias are prized by our florists for their intense fragrance and are often included in arrangements where scent is just as important as visual appeal, perfect for creating memorable sensory experiences.

Colours: white, yellow, red, pink, purple Vase life: up to 3 weeks Display tips: You can use just about any kind or style of vase and freesias' beauty will still shine. Water jugs, jam jars, mini vases – these will all work. For a more "professionally done" styling, criss-cross the stems. We offer elegant glass vases that can be added to any order, or you can select arrangements from our "flowers with vase" category that come complete and ready to display.

Proper care: Use floral preservative for a longer vase life. If you prefer not to, take time to cut the stems and change the water everyday or two. It's best to keep freesias in a humid place, too. When your freesia arrangement arrives, place it in a bathroom or kitchen where natural humidity is higher, and their exceptional three-week vase life will reward you with weeks of beautiful fragrance throughout your home.

Lilies

Looking feminine and elegant, you don't have to exert much effort in arranging lilies in a vase. Their sweet look will instantly fill your home with sophistication and style. Our florists work with multiple lily varieties including Oriental lilies like Casa Blanca and Star Gazer, Asiatic lilies, and Longiflorum or Easter lilies, each bringing different fragrances and bloom sizes to arrangements.

Colours: white, yellow, pink, red, orange Vase life: 7 to 14 days Display tips: To complement the beauty of long-stemmed flowers like lilies, opt for tall and slender column vases. We stock elegant tall vases that perfectly showcase lilies' natural grace, available as add-ons to any lily arrangement or featured in our "flowers with vase" collection.

Proper care: Lilies like cool spaces. Every three days, cut ½ inch from the stem and replace the water for longer vase life. When your lily arrangement arrives from us, remove the pollen-heavy stamens to prevent staining and extend bloom life - this also makes them ideal for hospital deliveries where we ensure all arrangements are allergy-friendly for patients.

Cymbidium Orchids

Cymbidium Orchids Colours: white, pink, orange, reds, creams, yellows, greens Vase life: 4 to 6 weeks Display tips: This type of orchid can add height and drama to a dull spot in your home. You can use white Cymbidium orchids if you prefer a serene look. Go for amber coloured ones for a sophisticated style. Cymbidium orchids are considered luxury flowers and are featured in premium arrangements, making them perfect for special occasions when you want to make a lasting impression.

Proper care: Provide support for the slender stem so choose a tall, slender vase. Cut ¼ inch from the stem and display in a clean vase with room temperature water. Their exceptional 4-6 week vase life makes cymbidium orchids one of the longest-lasting cut flowers available, providing incredible value and beauty that continues to impress long after delivery. We offer tall, supportive vases specifically designed for orchids that can be added to any order to ensure proper stem support and optimal display.

Sunflowers

Sunflowers Colours: yellows, oranges, reds, rusts, crimson browns Vase life: 7 to 12 days Display tips: Let this sunny blossom inspire you to be more creative in flower arranging and displaying flowers in your home. Skip the clear glass vase this time and opt for a flower holder with a bold hue. For a bolder and more vibrant look, pair sunflowers with blooms in brilliant shades like magenta and orange plus neon greens. In the language of flowers, sunflowers communicate loyalty and are perfect for telling someone they bring sunshine into your life, which is why we often include them in "thinking of you" and friendship arrangements.

Proper care: Before transferring in a vase, cut the bottom inch of the stem at an angle while submerged in water. Vase water must be replaced every 1-2 days. Sunflowers are thirsty flowers with thick, hollow stems that drink water quickly - when your sunflower arrangement arrives, place it in a deep vase with plenty of fresh water and check daily to maintain their cheerful appearance throughout their week-long vase life.

Zinnias

Zinnias Colours: white, cream, yellow, orange, red, purple, pink, multi-coloured Vase life: 7 to 12 days Display tips: Choose zinnias that have just began to open. For a simple yet artistic arrangement, use varied stem lengths and zinnia colours on a humble glass jar. For a little more dramatic look, pair zinnias with dahlias or other large blooms. For a sophisticated style, opt for a metallic vase like a petite gold vase to display zinnias in pale or pastel shades. Zinnias are excellent choices for mixed flower arrangements because their bold, papery texture creates beautiful contrast with softer petals like roses and carnations.

Proper care: No direct sun please nor any kind of drafts or heat or they will wilt prematurely. Every two days, completely replace the water in the vase. You can replace the water sooner if it becomes dirty or cloudy. When your zinnia arrangement arrives, position it away from heating vents and air conditioning units, as these hardy garden flowers surprisingly become quite sensitive to temperature changes once cut, requiring consistent cool conditions to maintain their week-long display life.

As soon as the flowers reach your home, get them into water. Make a fresh cut on the stem, about an inch or two, while they’re underwater. Use a squeaky clean vase and cutting tools. Don’t forget to remove any leaves that will be below the water surface.